Broan QB130SS Instructions Manual

MODEL QB130SS

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RANGE

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HOOD

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY

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 th e 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 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.

3. Installation work and electrical wiring (including switch
location) must be done by a qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated
construction.

4. Provide sufficient air for proper combustion and exhausting
of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent backdrafting. Follow the combustion equipment
standards such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and local codes.

5. This product may have sharp edges. Be careful to avoid cuts
and abrasions during installation and cleaning.

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

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

8. Use only metal ductwork.

9. Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

10. This unit must be grounded.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:

1. 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.

2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when
cooking flaming foods (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for
the size of the surface element.

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

WARNING

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
or spread the fire.

DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - violent

3.
steam explosion will result.

4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

A. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you

already know how to operate it.

B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it

started.
C. The fire department is being 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. Do not use over cooking equipment greater than 60,000
BTU/hr. as the blower motor will shut down intermittantly.

5. 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.

6. The bottom of the hood MUST NOT BE LESS than 24” and
at a maximum of 30” above cooktop for best capture of
cooking impurities.

7. To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure
to duct air outside. Do not exhaust air into spaces within
walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces, or garages.

8. This hood in not intended to be used as a shelf.

9. Please read specification label on product for further
information and requirements.

Installer: Leave this manual with the

homeowner.

Homeowner: Cleaning, Maintenance and

Operating instructions on page 2.

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OPERATION

Always turn the hood ON before cooking in order to establish an
air flow in the kitchen. After turning off the range, let the hood run
for a few minutes to clear the air.

Operate the hood as follows:

BLOWER SWITCH

This 3-position slide switch turns blower ON and OFF and
controls blower speed.

Turns blower ON to high speed.

Turns blower ON to medium speed.

Turns blower ON to low speed.

Turns blower OFF.

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LIGHT SWITCH

This 3-position slide switch turns lights ON and OFF and
controls their intensity.

Turns lights ON to high intensity.

Turns lights ON to low intensity.

Turns lights OFF.

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CONTENTS

INCLUDED WITH HOOD

B

F

A Hood Assembly - 1

B Grease Filters - 2

C 3¼” X 10” Damper /
Duct Connector - 1

D #10 x 5/8” Cross
Recessed Mounting
Screws - 4

A

C

G

E

D

E #8 x ¼” Cross
Recessed Adapter
Screws - 9

F Wire Nuts - 3

G Light Bulb Install /
Removal Tool - 1

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

For performance, appearance, and health reasons, clean filter,
fan and grease-laden surfaces. Use only a clean cloth and mild
detergent solution on stainless and painted surfaces.

Clean all-metal filters in the dishwasher using a non-phosphate
detergent. Discoloration of the filter may occur if using phosphate
detergents, or as a result of local water conditions - but this will
not affect filter performance. This discoloration is not covered by
the warranty.

Clean the non-duct recirculating filter surfaces frequently with a
damp cloth and a mild detergent. DO NOT immerse filters in water
or put in dishwasher. For replacement non-duct recirculating filter

- purchase S97018889 or Model BPBF30.

The motor is permanently lubricated and never needs oiling. If
the motor bearings make excessive or unusual noise, replace
the motor with the exact service motor. The impeller should also
be replaced.

NON-DUCT COMPONENTS (NOT INCLUDED)

Purchase Model No. RKQB for Non-Duct Installation

H

I

K L M

H Non-Duct Louver - 1
I Non-Duct Filter - 1
J Filter Housing - 1

K Filter Clip Springs - 2
L Filter Clip Screws - 2
M Filter Clips - 2

J

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WOOD SHIMS

HOOD MOUNTING SCREWS (4)

PREPARE HOOD LOCATION

ROOF CAP

3¼" X 10"
DUCT

SOFFIT

HOUSE WIRING

CABINET

HOODHOOD

24" - 30" ABOVE
COOKING SURFACE

1 Determine whether hood will discharge vertically, or

horizontally. For vertical or horizontal discharge, run
ductwork between the hood location and a roof cap or
wall cap. For best results, use a minimum number of
transitons and elbows.

2 Use the proper diagram below, for placement of ductwork

and electrical cutout in cabinet or wall. For a non-ducted
installation, DO NOT cut a duct access hole.

(Top or Back
of hood)

WALL

CAP

3¼" X 10"
DUCT

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PREPARE THE HOOD

3 Remove all protective polyfilm from the hood.

ALUMINUM

FILTERS

(1)

PULL

ê

4 Remove the Aluminum Filters from the hood.

5 Remove damper/duct connector and parts bag from

inside the hood package.

DOWN

ê

(2)
LIFT
OUT

7

/

"

8

13

CABINET FRONT

CABINET
BOTTOM

4½"

½"

WOOD SHIMS

(recessed-bottom

cabinets only)

(recessed-bottom

cabinets only)

CABINET
BOTTOM

4"

137/8"

13

5¼"

VERTICAL DUCT

ACCESS HOLE

CABINET FRONT

5¼"

CENTER

LINE

HORIZONTAL DUCT

ACCESS HOLE

5¼"

5¼"

13

3¼” X 10”

VERTICAL DUCTING

7

/

"

8

9¼"

2¾"

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS HOLE

(in cabinet bottom)

10"

3

/

1

"

8

3¼” X 10”

HORIZONTAL DUCTING

7

/8"

3

/8"

85/8"

7

/8"

FOR DUCTED INSTALLATIONS - Skip to Step 14.

PURCHASE MODEL NO. RKQB FOR NON-DUCT

INSTALLAT ION

NON DUCT DIVERTER COVER

SCREWS

6 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove Non Duct Diverter Cover held in place with (2)
Screws.

HOOD

MOUNTING

SCREWS (4)

CENTER

LINE

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS HOLE

(in wall)

SLOT

PLASTIC

DIVERTER

7 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove Plastic Diverter from Slot and discard diverter.

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PLASTIC
LOUVER

11 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Attach Plastic Louver with (3) Screws removed
in Step 9.

8 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Replace Non Duct Diverter Cover with (2) Screws
removed in Step 6.

METAL NON DUCT

LOUVER COVER

SCREWS

9 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove (3) Screws from Metal Non Duct Louver
Cover on top of hood. Discard Louver Cover only.

BLOWER

HOUSING

PLASTIC

FILTER

CLIP

THREADED

NUT

SPRING

CLIP

SCREW

12 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Insert Springs and Clip Screws into Plastic Filter Clips
and screw into Threaded Nuts in Blower Housing.

PLASTIC

HOUSING

NON-DUCT

FILTER

SCREWS

INTERNAL

PLASTIC
COVERS

10 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove (5) Screws from the (2) Internal Plastic
Covers. Discard covers and screws.

13 NON-DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove Non Duct Filter from plastic bag and insert
filter into its Plastic Housing. Place filter assembly over
Blower Housing and turn Filter Clips to secure.

3¼” X 10”

HORIZONTAL

KNOCKOUT

PLATE

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3¼” X 10”

VERTICAL

KNOCKOUT

PLATE

14 DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Remove 3¼” x 10 vertical or 3¼” x 10” horizontal
knockout plate as appropriate for your ducting method.

3¼” X 10” DAMPER / DUCT

CONNECTOR

15 DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Attach 3¼” x 10” Damper/Duct Connector over the
knockout opening.

NOTE To accomodate off-center ductwork, the 3¼” x 10”

damper/duct connector can be installed up to 3/8” on
either side of the hood center.

ELECTRICAL

POWER

CABLE

KNOCKOUT

17 Remove appropriate Electrical Power Cable Knockout

from top or back of hood.

HOUSE

POWER CABLE

INSTALL THE HOOD

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, switch power off
at service panel. Lock or tag service panel to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

16 Remove Electrical Wiring Box Cover from inside of hood.

BOX COVER

18 Run House Power Cable between service panel

and hood location. Attach power cable to hood using
appropriate clamp.

19 Hang hood from (4) mounting screws driven part-way into

cabinet locations (shown in illustrations under “PREPARE
HOOD LOCATION”). Mounting screws are included in
parts bag. Slide hood back towards wall until mounting
screw heads are engaged in narrow end of keyhole slots
in top of hood. Tighten screws securely.

20 DUCTED INSTALLATION ONLY:

Connect ductwork to hood and use duct tape to make
joints secure and air-tight. Make sure the damper / duct
connector enters the ductwork and that the damper
opens and closes freely.

CONNECT THE WIRING

HOUSE

POWER

CABLE

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LAMP SOCKET

BRACKET

GROUND

SCREW

21 Connect House Power Cable to range hood wiring -

BLACK to BLACK, WHITE to WHITE, and GREEN or
BARE WIRE to Ground Screw. Replace electrical wiring
box cover.

INSTALL LIGHT BULBS

(1)

SUCTION

CUP TOOL

HALOGEN

BULB

PUSH IN

(2)

ROTATE CLOCKWISE

LIGHT

PANEL

To change the depth of bulb sockets:

- Remove light panel held in place by (2) screws.

- Loosen 2 Screws holding Lamp Socket Bracket to
Light Panel.

- Adjust socket/bracket to desired depth.

- Re-tighten screws securely.

- Re-attach light panel.

23 Re-install aluminum filters removed in Step 4.

SCREWS

CAUTION: Bulbs may be hot. Refer to bulb
packaging for further information.

22 This range hood requires (2) Halogen Bulbs (12 0 V,

35W, shielded halogen bulbs - type MR16 with GU10
base - included).

NOTE: Suction Cup Tool can be used to install and

remove light bulbs. Do not discard - save for future use.

Align pins on bulb with large diameter opening on socket,

then push bulb in towards hood and rotate clockwise until
firmly seated.

The position of the bulb socket (depth) is adjustable and

may be necessary when:
a) certain brands of bulbs are difficult to install.
b) the bulb protrudes too far below the light panel.

SERVICE PARTS

12

4

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9

5

1

2

3

6

7

10

11

8

KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 S97018890 Fan and Light Switch Assembly
2 S97018891 Capacitor Kit (includes wire nuts)
3 S97018892 Diverter Assembly
(includes 3 covers, diverter,
mounting hardware)
4 S97018893 Light Panel
5 S97018894 Grease Filter Kit (2 per bag)
6 S97018895 Blower Inlet Ring
7 S97018896 Blower Wheel
8 S97018897 Motor Kit (includes motor, isolators,
mounting hardware)
9 S97018898 Damper / Duct Connector (includes
mounting hardware)
10 S97018899 Lamp Socket (includes lamp socket,
mounting screws & bracket)
11 S99526798 Halogen Bulb, 35W, Type MR16 GU10
12 S97018903 Louver Cover (includes 3 screws)
* S97018904 Plastic Louver (includes 3 screws)
* S97018905 Non-Duct Filter Clip Assembly (includes
2 screws, 2 springs & 2 clips)
* S97018906 Non-Duct Filter Cover
* S97018287 Parts Bag
* S97018889 Non-Duct Filter
* S99526707 Suction Cup Tool
* S97018902 Light Diode

* Not shown.
Order replacement parts by PART NO. - not by KEY NO.

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WARRANTY

One Year Limited Warranty

WARRANTY OWNER: Broan-NuTone warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

During this one year period, Broan-NuTone will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part which is found to be defective

under normal use and service. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO FLUORESCENT LAMP STARTERS, TUBES, HALOGEN AND INCANDESCENT
BULBS, FUSES, FILTERS, DUCTS, ROOF CAPS, WALL CAPS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR DUCTING. This warranty does not cover (a) normal
maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other
than by Broan-NuTone), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.

The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the one year period as specified for the express warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

BROAN-NUTONE’S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN-NUTONE’S OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. BROAN-NUTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties.

WARRANTY SERVICE: To qualify for warranty service, you must (a) notify Broan-NuTone at the address or telephone number below, (b) give the
model number and part identication and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the product or part. At the time of requesting warranty service,
you must present evidence of the original purchase date.

Broan-NuTone LLC, 926 W. State Street, Hartford, Wisconsin 53027 www.broan.com 800-558-1711
Broan-NuTone Canada, Inc., 1140 Tristar Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1H9 www.broan.ca 877-896-1119

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