Broan EW4630SS, EW4636SS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL

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RANGE HOOD

EW46 Series

INSTALLATION, USE

AND CARE MANUAL

Serial number:

99046143B

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INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH HOMEOWNER.

HOMEOWNER: USE AND CARE INFORMATION ON PAGE 10.

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.

If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address
or telephone number listed in the warranty.

2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service

panel and lock 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.

3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by

qualified personnel in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and
standards.

4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting

of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent backdrafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guidelines 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.

5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage

electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device.

8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.

9. This unit must be grounded.

10. When applicable local regulations comprise more restrictive

installation and/or certification requirements, the aforementioned
requirements prevail on those of this document and the installer
agrees to conform to these at his own expense.

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

flambeing food (i.e.: Crêpes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

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

to accumulate on fan, filters or in exhaust ducts.

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

size of the surface element.

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE
EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING*:

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

metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. IF THE FLAMES DO NOT GO OUT IMMEDIATELY,
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN — You may be burned.

3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels —

This could cause a violent steam explosion.

4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You own a Class ABC extinguisher and you know how to

operate it.

B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
C. The fire department has been called.
D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.

CAUTION

1. For indoor use only.

2. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust

hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

3. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced

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

4. Your hood motor has a thermal overload which will automatically

shut off the motor if it becomes overheated. The motor will
restart when it cools down. If the motor continues to shut off
and restart, have the hood serviced.

5. The minimum hood distance above cooktop must not be less

than 24". For best capture of cooking impurities, the bottom
of the hood should be at a maximum of 30" above cooking
surface.

6. Two installers are recommended because of the large size and

weight of this unit.

7. To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to

duct air outside — Do not exhaust air into spaces within walls
or ceiling or into attics, crawl space or garage.

8. Because of the high exhausting capacity of this unit, you

should make sure enough air is entering the house to replace
exhausted air by opening a window close to or in the kitchen.

9. To reduce the risk of fire and electrical shock, the Broan Elite

EW46 Series models should only be installed with their own
built-in blower.

10. When used in recirculation mode, to reduce the risk of fire and

shock, use only conversion kit model ARKEW46.

11. Please read specification label on product for further information

and requirements.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. P REPARE INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2. SELECT INSTALLATION TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

3. BUILD FRAMEWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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NSTALL UPPER FLUE MOUNTING BRACKET (DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY) 4

5. INSTALL PLENUM (NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY) . . . . . . . . . 4

6. REMOVE GREASE FILTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

7. A DJUST THE HOOD MOUNTING BRACKETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

8. INSTALL THE HOOD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

UCT CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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11. PREPARE THE DECORATIVE FLUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

12. INSTALL THE DECORATIVE FLUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

13. R

EINSTALL GREASE FILTERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

14. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

15. CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

16. REPLACEMENT PA R TS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

17. WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

9. CONNECT WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1. PREPARE INSTALLATION

NOTE: Before proceeding to the installation, check the contents of the box. If
items are missing or damaged, contact the retailer.

Make sure that the following items are included:

- Hood

- Decorative flue assembly (lower and upper flues)

- Upper flue mounting bracket

- Aluminum grease filters (2)

- Installation instructions

- Parts bag: 6 M4 x 38 Phillips 9 mm round head mounting screws,
2 M4 x 12 Phillips 9 mm round head screws, 2 washers and
3 wire connectors

Parts sold separately:

- Ducts, elbows, wall and roof caps.

- Optional flue extension for ceilings of 9 ft. or more: models AEEW46SS

(stainless steel).

- Non-duct kit model ARKEW46, mandatory for non-ducted installation.

NOTE: During installation, protect countertop and/or cooktop.

(1) DECORATIVE FLUE
ASSEMBLY

(1) UPPER FLUE

MOUNTING

(2) GREASE FILTERS

(6) M4 X 38 PHILLIPS

ROUND HEAD SCREWS

(2) M4

ROUND HEAD SCREWS

(2) WASHERS

BRACKET

X 12 PHILLIPS

HR0227A

(3) WIRE CONNECTORS

2. SELECT INSTALLATION TYPE

WARNING

When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.

2.1 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION

The ARKEW46 non-duct kit is required for a non-ducted installation.

2.2 DUCTED INSTALLATION

Plan where and how the ductwork will be installed.

A straight, short duct run will allow the hood to perform most efficiently. Long duct
runs, elbows and transitions will reduce the performance of the hood. Use as few
of them as possible. Larger ducting may be required for longer duct runs.

Install wall or roof cap. Connect 6” round metal ductwork to cap and work back
towards the hood location. Use 2” metal foil duct tape to seal the joints.

2.3 ALL INSTALLATIONS

The minimum hood distance above cooktop is 24”. A maximum of 30” above
cooktop is recommended for best capture of cooking impurities.

Distances over 30” are at the installer and users discretion providing that ceiling

height and decorative flue length allow it.
NOTE: Ceilings of 9 ft. or more require flue extension model AEEW46SS (stainless

steel).

DECORATIVE

HOOD

HH0283A

ROOF CAP

FLUE

24” MINIMUM ABOVE

SURFACE

COOKING

6” ROUND

DUCT

WALL

CAP

6” ROUN

ELBOW

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3. BUILD FRAMEWORK

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WARNING

• When cutting or drilling into wall, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

• When building framework, always follow all applicable construction codes and standards.

WALL STUDS

Construct wood wall framing that is even with the surface of wall studs.
Wood wall framing must be at least 1/2” thick and 3” high. Fasten wood wall
framing to wall studs for a solid installation.
Make sure that the height of the framing will allow the retaining screws to be
secured to the framing within the dimensions shown.
After wall surface is finished, using a level, draw a vertical line up to the
ceiling starting from the center of the planned hood location. Measure and
mark the retaining screw locations using the measurements given in illustration
at right. Insert 2 M4 x 38 Phillips 9 mm round head mounting screws in wall
framing; do not completely tighten the screws at this time.

HD1162A

33 7/8” = BOTTOM OF HOOD 24” ABOVE COOKTOP
39 7/8” = BOTTOM OF HOOD 30” ABOVE COOKTOP

FRAMING BEHIND DRYWALL

4. INSTALL UPPER FLUE MOUNTING BRACKET (DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY)

Center the upper flue mounting bracket with the center line previously
drawn in step 3 and place it flush with the ceiling. Use the upper flue
mounting bracket as a template to mark the position of its screws.

Secure the upper flue mounting bracket to the wall using 2 M4 x 38
Phillips 9 mm round head mounting screws. Make sure that the bracket
is tight against the wall.

CEILING

UPPER FLUE MOUNTING

BRACKET SLOTS

HD1163

CENTER OF INSTALLATION

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5. INSTALL PLENUM (NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY)

Center the plenum with the center line previously drawn in step 3 and
place it flush with the ceiling. Use the plenum mounting slots as a
template to mark the position of its screws.

Secure the plenum to the wall using 2 M4 x 38 Phillips 9 mm round
head mounting screws. Make sure that the plenum is tight against the
wall.

PLENUM

MOUNTING

SLOTS

MOUNTING BRACKET

FLUSH WITH CEILING

CEILING

PLENUM

FLUSH WITH

CEILING

CENTER OF

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INSTALLATION

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