Air King P1030M, P1036M, P1830M, P1836M, P1848M Operating Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

Models: P1030M, P1036M, P1830M,
P1836M, P1848M

Outdoor Kitchen Professional

Range Hood Series

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INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.If you

have questions, contact the manufacturer.

b) Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten
a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified

person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-related construction.

b) Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting

of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to
prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s
guideline and safety standards such as those published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the American
Society for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

c) When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical

wiring and other hidden utilities.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND TO PROPERLY

EXHAUST AIR, BE SURE TO DUCT AIR OUTSIDE - DO NOT VENT
EXHAUST AIR INTO SPACES WITHIN WALLS OR CEILINGS OR INTO
ATTICS, CRAWL SPACES, OR GARAGES.

d) Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
e) This unit must be grounded.
f) To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced

impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

g) Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:

a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when

flambéing food (ie. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed

to accumulate on fan filter.

d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for

the size of the surface element.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN

THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or

metal tray, then turn off burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE

AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels -

a violent steam explosion will result.
d) Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
I. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you

already know how to operate it.
II. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
III. The fire department is being called.
IV. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL

DUCTWORK.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

NOTE: Outdoor Kitchen Professional Range Hoods are approved for use in covered

outdoor kitchens only. Proper duct adapters, ducting, chimneys, roof/wall caps, etc.
must be utilized as called out in the following instructions. Do not install the hood in an
uncovered area directly exposed to the elements.

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

1. The measurements for the installation will be custom to your specific location and

will be dependent upon exact ceiling height, distance mounted from cooking surface,
cabinet or soffit heights, along with other factors and will need to be adjusted
accordingly. The hood must be mounted a minimum of 24” and a maximum of 36”
from the cooking surface (Figure 3).

Ceiling

Soffits or Cabinet

SECTION 1

Preparing the Range Hood

1. Unpack hood from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present. In addition to
the range hood you should have:

1 - Package containing:
3 - 2" wood screws
8 - 3/4” wood screws (36” models: 12 / 42”, 48” models: 16)
4 - wall anchors (36” models: 6 / 42”, 48” models: 8)
30” models: 2 - PHGB3 large baffles, one spacer
36” models: 2 - PHGB3 large baffles, one PHGB1 small baffle
42” models: 2 - PHGB3 large baffles, one PHGB2 medium baffle
48” models: 3 - PHGB3 large baffles, two spacer
1 - Grease trough
2 - Halogen Lamps (some models include 3)
1 - Wood mounting strip
1 - Instructi on/Safety Sheet

NOTE: Some hoods may be shipped with a protective plastic adhered to the range
hood. It is recommended to leave this in place during installation to protect the hood
from scratching. Remove when the installation is complete.

2. Remove the wood mounting strip attached to the back of the hood and place in a
secure place. You will need this strip later (Figure 1).

Wood

Mounting

Strip

Figure 1

3. Remove the two screws securing the grease trough in place. These have been
installed for protection during shippingg (Figure 2).

Hood

Screw

.75"

Wood Mounting Strip

Hood

Optional Backsplash

24" - 36"

Figure 3

NOTE: When determining the height of the canopy from the cooking surface, be sure to
take into consideration items such as back splashes with shelves and other accessories
that might need more clearance under the canopy.

Cook Top

SECTION 3

Measuring the Installation

1. Determine where the top of the hood will be located within your installation (Figure 4).

Wood Mounting Strip

.75"

15.5"
or

7.5"
Bottom of Hood

24" - 36"

Grease Trough

Hood

Wall Studs

Screw

Figure 2

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

CAUTION: WHEN CUTTING OR DRILLING INTO WALL DO NOT DAMAGE

ELECTRICAL WIRING AND OTHER HIDDEN UTILITIES.

Figure 4

2. Attach the wood strip that was removed in Section 1 Step 2 in place and confirm
it is level. Secure in place using the provided 2" mounting screws making sure the
screws are fastening into the wall studs (Figure 5).

Wood Mounting Strip

Cook Top

SECTION 2

Measuring the Hood Installation

NOTE: Before installing any parts or marking locations, make sure you have decided how
your ducting will be installed. You may need to modify the wall structure as described in
Section 5 Wall Mounted Canopy Installation or Section 6 Under Cabinet Canopy Installation.

Wall Studs

Figure 5

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Screw

CAUTION: DUE TO THE WEIGHT OF THE HOOD, ENSURE THE WOOD STRIP

IS FASTENED TO ALL AVAILABLE WALL STUDS (A MINIMUM OF 2 STUDS FOR 30”
HOODS, MORE AS THE WIDTH INCREASES) NOT INTO THE DRYWALL ALONE.

Outlet Adapter

CAUTION: SUPPORT THE HOOD UNTIL IT IS FULLY INSTALLED ONTO THE

WOOD MOUNTING STRIP.

3. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and mark drilling
locations on the wall for wall anchors on the bottom rear of the hood then remove
hood and install wall anchors (Figure 6).

Wall Anchor

Hood

Figure 6

SECTION 4

Installing Backsplash

1. If an optional BS Series backsplash will be utilized, this must be installed before
the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash mounting
screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for installation.

SECTION 5

Wall Mounted Canopy Installation

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

1. Determine the type of ducting you will require (Figure 7).

Screw

Hood

Flange

Figure 8

NOTE: If the recommended, optional BS Series backsplash is being installed it must be
installed before the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash
mounting screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for complete
installation instructions.

3. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and secure hood to
wood strip with the included 3/4” screws through the holes in the back of the hood
that line up with the wood strip (use 6 screws for 30” and 36” widths and 8 screws
for larger widths) Secure the bottom of the hood by installing the screws provided
into the wall anchors (Figure 9).

Wood

Mounting

Strip

W

all Anchor

Screw

Hood

Figure 9

4. Connect the ducting to the outlet adapter and damper. Secure in place using tape
to seal all joints (Figure 10).

Ducting

Horizontal

Roof Cap

Outlet

Adapter

Wall Cap

Figure 7

NOTE: For models using the B300, B500, or B600 blowers, a minimum of 6” diameter
outlet adapter & ducting is required to achieve the proper air flow. The B900 requires
a minimum 8” diameter adapter and ducting, while the B1125 requires a minimum 10”
diameter adapter and ducting.

NOTE: When the duct termination is similar to that shown in Figure 6 (passing through
the wall to which the hood is mounted) the installation requires special consideration.
Depending upon where the wall studs are located, it may be necessary to cut one
or more of the wall studs and install a header and footer to transfer the load to the
adjacent studs. Additional studs may need to be framed into the opening to attach dry
wall or secure the hood. If this is your situation Air King recommends that you hire a
professional and comply with all applicable codes.

2. Install the proper sized outlet adapter (available separately) to the hood by matching
up the four holes on the flange of the adapter to the four corresponding holes on the
hood and secure in place with the provided screws. Ensure an airtight seal around
the adapter by securing all connections with ducting tape (Figure 8).

Vertical

Outlet Adapter

Damper

Hood

Figure 10

SECTION 6

Under Cabinet Canopy Installation

1. If the canopy will be installed under cabinets that have a recessed bottom, it will
be necessary to install wood mounting strips (not included) so the canopy will
mount properly (Figure 11).

Wood Strip

Figure 11

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2. The thickness of the strips should be the same as the recess of the cabinet and
they should be approximately 2” wide.

3. Install the strips using appropriate length wood screws (not included). Make sure
the strips line up to the holes in the top of the canopy.

4. Mark the location where the outlet adapter (available separately) will be located
on the cabinets and cut a hole approximately 1” larger on all sides than the outlet
adapter (Figure 12).

Hole

NOTE: When determining the outlet adapter to be used, make sure to consider the
clearance within the cabinet space. Typically a horizontal Outlet Adapter will need to
be used if you will be venting out to a wall cap.

NOTE: When the duct termination is similar to that shown in Figure 14 (passing through
the wall to which the hood is mounted) the installation requires special consideration.
Depending upon where the wall studs are located, it may be necessary to cut one or
more of the wall studs and install a header and footer to transfer the load to the adjacent
studs. Additional studs may need to be framed into the opening to attach dry wall or
secure the hood. If this is your situation Air King recommends that you hire a professional
and comply with all applicable codes.

8. Install the proper sized outlet adapter (available separately) to the hood by sliding
it down into the hole cut earlier and matching up the four holes on the flange of
the adapter to the four corresponding holes on the hood and secure in place with
the provided screws. Ensure an airtight seal around the adapter by securing all
connections with ducting tape (Figure 15).

Figure 12

NOTE: If the recommended, optional BS Series backsplash is being installed it must be
installed before the hood canopy because the hood canopy will cover the backsplash
mounting screws. Refer to the instructions included with the backsplash for complete
installation instructions.

5. Rest the cavity in the back side of the hood on the wood strip and secure hood to
wood strip with the included 3/4" screws through the holes in the back of the hood
that line up with the wood strip (use 6 screws for 30" and 36" widths and 8 screws
for larger widths) Secure the bottom of the hood by installing the screws provided
into the wall anchors (Figure 13).

Wood

Mounting

Strip

Screw

Wall Anchor

Hood

Figure 13

6. From inside the hood canopy, secure hood to the underside of the cabinet by using
four wood screws (not included) through the keyhole slots of the hood (Figure 13).

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

7. Determine the type of ducting you will require (Figure 14).

Horizontal

Roof Cap

Outlet

Adapter

Wall Cap

Figure 14

Vertical

Outlet Adapter

Screw

Hood

Figure 15

9. Connect the ducting to the outlet adapter and damper. Secure in place using tape
to seal all joints (Figure 16).

Flange

Cabinet

Ducting

Damper

Outlet Adapter

Hood

Figure 16

SECTION 7

Wiring

CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCOR-

DANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU
ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE
SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

1. Remove the two wire compartment cover screws to
gain access into the wire compartment (Figure 17).
Connect the white wire from the range hood to the
white wire from the supply, and the black wire from
the range hood to the black wire of the supply.
Connect the ground wire from the home (green or
bare) to the ground wire (green) from the hood. Use
approved methods for all connections (Figure 18).

2. Replace the wire compartment cover and tighten
screws. Make sure all wiring is securely contained
within the wire compartment. If the quick connect
wire connector was removed from the receptacle,
replace. The connector will only fit one way into
the receptacle (Figure 17).

Wire Connector

Screws

Figure 17

NOTE: For models using the B300, B500, or B600 blowers, a minimum of 6” diameter
outlet adapter & ducting is required to achieve the proper air flow. The B900 requires
a minimum 8” diameter adapter and ducting, while the B1125 requires a minimum 10”
diameter adapter and ducting.

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Hot (Black)

Neutral
(White)

Top

Channel

Bottom

Channel

Ground (Green

or Bare)

Figure 18

SECTION 8

Installing the Blower

1. Refer to the instructions included with the blower for installation.

SECTION 9

Installing the Optional Soffits

1. Refer to the instructions included with the specific soffit(s) you have chosen for
installation.

SECTION 10

Finishing the Installation

1. Install the proper lighting for your specific unit:

Halogen Lamps: Use PAR16 medium base 45W maximum lamps (available separately).

Install by inserting lamp into socket and turning clockwise until lamp is firmly seated.
DO NOT over tighten.

Heat Lamps: Use type R40, medium base IR 250W max lamps only (available

separately). Install by inserting lamp into socket and turning clockwise until lamp
is firmly seated. DO NOT over tighten.

2. If the included removable grease trough is not already installed within the hood,
insert into the rear inside channel of the hood. Make sure the taller side of the
trough is facing towards the back of the hood (Figure 19).

Grease Trough

Bottom

Channel

Figure 19

3. Install the baffle filters along with any spacer bars that are required by inserting
the top of the filter into the top channel of the hood, then slide the bottom of the
filter into the bottom channel. The filters have a top and a bottom. The bottom of
the filter will have small drain holes. These holes must be facing down towards
the grease trough to be effective. In models with spacers, it is easiest to install the
spacer(s) first and the grease filters last (Figure 20).

Figure 20

SECTION 11

Operation
Controls

Your Range Hood is equipped with two rotary switches with one controlling the lighting
and the other controlling the exhaust fan blower. The light switch has three positions,
High, Low, and Off. The fan switch has four positions, Off, High, Medium, and Low

(Figure 21).

Light Switch

Blower Switch

Heat Lamp Switch

Figure 21

NOTE: On installation where a One (1) speed blower is utilized, all blower control speeds
operate at the same speed. On installation where a Two (2) speed blower is utilized, the
Medium and High speeds operate at the same speed.

Heat Lamp Controls: For models equipped with heat lamps, two On/Off rocker switch
are located on the front underside of the hood for independent control of the heat lamps

(Figure 21).

SECTION 12

Maintenance

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.

Grease Filters

Included with your range hood are grease filters along with a grease trough that should
be washed at least once a month. The grease filters are dishwasher safe and should
be washed in a mild soap or detergent. Reverse the instruction in SECTION 10 Finishing
the Installation, to remove the grease filters and trough. If the grease filters become
damaged, replace with Air King Model PHGB1, PHGB2, or PHGB3 Grease Baffles.

CAUTION: ALLOW BULB TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING.

Changing the Lamps

Unscrew the lamp by turning in a counter-clockwise direction and remove from the
socket. Replace with a PAR16 medium base 45W maximum Halogen lamp. Installation is
the reverse of removal.

Cleaning

CAUTION: DO NOT USE GASOLINE, BENZINE, THINNER, HARSH CLEANSERS,

ETC., AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE RANGE HOOD.

1. Clean your range hood with a mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid, and dry
with a soft cloth. NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS.
Completely dry before restoring power. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN

WATER.

2. The blower assembly can be vacuumed when build up (dirt, lint, etc.) accumulates
over time. The blower is permanently lubricated and does not require oiling.

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