Air King VAL36AB, VAL30, VAL36, VAL30AB User Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

Models: VAL30, VAL36
VAL30AB, VAL36AB

Range Hood

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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 range hood.

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.

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

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:

2 - Chimney Sections
1 - Package containing:
1 - duct collar
2 - chimney brackets
8 - #6 x 1" mounting screws with wall anchors
2 - #6 x 3/8" self threading screws (chimney upper)
30" models: 2 - Aluminum Grease Filters (shipped installed)
36" models: 3 - Aluminum Grease Filters (shipped installed)
2 - 50 Watt Halogen Lamps
1 - Instruction/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.

SECTION 2

Installing the Range Hood

Holes

Side View

Figure 2

SECTION 3

Ducting

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

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

1. Install the included duct collar to the hood with two of the provided #6 blunt tip
screws (Figure 3).

Ducting

Duct Collar

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.

1. Locate and mark the upper keyhole positions on the wall. If installing onto drywall,
drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit. Install wall anchors into the drilled holes
(one for each hole). Install (2) provided #6 x 1" screws, leaving a 1/8" gap between the
screw head and the wall. If installing into other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.)
choose an appropriate fastner capable of supporting the weight of the hood. Line up
the keyholes in the hood with the screws and position in place. Hang the hood over
the keyhole anchors and verify that the hood is centered, plum and level (Figure 1).

Upper Keyholes

Side View

Figure 1

2. With the hood hanging in place from the top screws, mark the location of the lower
holes. If installing onto drywall, remove the hood and drill holes into wall using a 3/16"
drill bit. Install wall anchors into the drilled holes (one for each hole). If installing into
other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate fastner capable
of supporting the weight of the hood. Hang the hood over the keyhole anchors and
verify that the hood is centered, level and the bottom holes line up with the anchors.
Install the provided #6 x 1" screws into the anchors (Figure 2). Tighten all screws
completely and reinstall the Grease filters.

Hood

Figure 3

1. Connect the ducting to the duct collar and secure in place using tape to seal all
joints (Figure 3).

NOTE: To achieve proper air flow, 6" round ducting is required. The duct connector is 5.8" in
diameter (for 6" round ducting) and the center is located 3.1875" inches from the back wall.

CAUTION: ALWAYS DUCT THE FAN TO THE OUTSIDE THROUGH A WALL OR

ROOF CAP.

SECTION 4

Wiring

CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE

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 wire compartment cover by removing the screw then sliding it outward.
Choose the most convenient electrical knockout and remove using a straight­blade screw driver.

2. Run wiring from an approved source carrying the appropriate rating. One neutral
(White), one ground (green or bare copper), and one hot (Black). Secure the electrical
wires to the wire compartment with an approved electrical connector. Make sure you
leave enough wiring in the box to make the connection to the hood.

3. 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) and the Green wire from the range
hood. Use approved methods for all connections. Reinstall the wire compartment by
sliding the tabs back into the holes then reinstalling the screw that was removed
eariler. Make sure all wiring is securely contained within the wire compartment

(Figure 4).

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Hot (Black)

Neutral (White)

Hot (Black)

Ground (Green or Bare)

Neutral (White)

From Hood

Ground

(Green or Bare)

Wire

Compartment

B B

A A

Figure 6

NOTE: If the top chimney section (included) will be installed, slide the top section inside
of the bottom section at this point.

3. Slide chimney in place so top tabs of the chimney are secured in place on the indents
of the vertical chimney bracket and the backside of the chimney fits between the hood
and the wall with the bottom tabs overlapping the back lip of the hood (Figure 7).

Figure 4

SECTION 5

Attaching the Chimney

1. Mark the location for the vertical chimney bracket:
If using the upper chimney section: 9-3/4"
If not using upper chimney section: 15-3/4"

2. If installing onto drywall, drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit. Install wall anchors
into the drilled holes (one for each hole). Secure bracket into place with (2) provided

#6 x 1" screws. If installing into other material (brick, cement, plaster, etc.) choose an
appropriate fastner capable of supporting the weight of the chimney (Figure 5).

Vertical Chimney

Bracket

9-3/4"

Side View

or

15-3/4"

Figure 7

4. To install the upper section, mark the location of the included horizontal mounting
bracket using the bracket as a template. Make sure the bracket is level and in line
with the bottom section. The height will be dependent on your installation require­ments. Make sure the slots in the side of the chimney will match the holes in the
mounting bracket. If installing onto drywall, drill holes into wall using a 3/16" drill bit.

Install wall anchors into the drilled holes (one for each hole). Secure bracket into
place with (2) provided #6 x 1" screws. If installing into other material (brick, cement,

plaster, etc.) choose an appropriate fastner capable of supporting the weight of the
chimney (Figure 8).

Details of duct collar, ducting, and electrical have

been omitted from drawing for clarity purposes.

Mounting

Bracket

Details of duct collar, ducting, and electrical have

Figure 5

3. Press in appropriate tabs on lower chimney section (section with vent holes). If
using the upper chimney, press in tabs in middle of the chimney (Position A), other­wise press in tabs at top of the chimney (Position B). Press in tabs at the bottom of
the chimney so there is approximately 1/4" of clearance (Figure 6).

been omitted from drawing for clarity purposes.

Figure 8

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5. Raise top chimney in place over horizontal mounting bracket and secure in place
with the two included #6 x 3/8" screws (Figure 8).

SECTION 6

Finishing the Installation

1. Install the appropriate filters.

Charcoal Filters: If the range hood will be run ductless, remove and discard the

grease filters that were included with the unit and install model BCCF-02 charcoal
filters instead.

Grease Filters: If the range hood will be vented to the exterior of the home, install

the grease filters supplied with the hood by sliding tab at rear of filter into slot in
hood. While holding in handle of filter, lift filter into palce and release handle. the
filter should snap securely into place (Figure 9).

Figure 9

2. Install two MR16, GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamps by inserting lamp into
socket and turning clockwise slightly until firmly seated. DO NOT over tighten.

3. Remove any protective plastic adhered to the range hood.

4. Turn switches to the OFF ( • ) position and restore power. Test that the light and the
fan are operating properly.

5. If there is any vibration noise, check for the source and try to tighten fasteners or
adjust the tape to make a tighter connection or seal.

Filter

SECTION 8

Maintenance

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.

Grease Filters

Included with your range hood are aluminum grease filters that should be washed at
least once a month. The filters are dishwasher safe and should be washed in a mild
soap or detergent. Refer to Step 3 of Section 1 Preparing the Range Hood, to remove
filters. If the grease filters become damaged, replace with Air King Model BCGF-01
Grease Filter.

Charcoal Odor Filter

If you have installed the optional charcoal odor filters, they cannot be washed and must
be discarded and replaced when they become noticeably dirty, have stopped filtering
the odors, or at least once per year. Replace with Air King Model BCCF-02 Odor Filters.

Changing the Lamp

Remove the lamp by turning slightly counter-clockwise and pulling out of the socket.
Replace with a MR16 GU10 Base 50W maximum Halogen lamp.

Fuse

To replace the fuse, turn the fuse cap located next to the wire connector counter
clockwise and pull out. Replace with a Bussman MDA 125-Volt, 5 Amp Max. fuse (models
VAL30AB and VAL36AB utilize a 3 Amp Max fuse). Reinstall the fuse back into the hood.

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

SECTION 7

Operation
Controls

Your Range Hood is equipped with two sliding switches with one controlling the lighting and
the other controlling the exhaust fan. The light control has two positions, ON ( I ) and OFF ( O ).
The fan is a four position control, HIGH (III), MEDIUM (II),LOW (I), and OFF ( • ) (Figure 11).

Figure 11

Troubleshooting Guide

Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy

1. Hood does not operate when the switch is on. 1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped. 1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b. Wiring is not connected properly. 1b. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.

2. Hood is operating, but air moves slower than normal. 2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting. 2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting including filter.

3. Hood is making a rattling noise. 3a. Filters are loose. 3a. Turn off power to unit. Check that all filter are securely in place.
3b. Duct connection is loose. 3b. Turn off power to unit. Check that duct connection is tight.

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