Electrolux EI16DDPRKS User Manual

Installation Instructions

Remote Blower Assembly for Telescoping Downdraft Ventilation System

(1600cfm)

316902918 (April 2012)

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Finding Information

Table of contents

Finding Information .................................................2

Important Safety Instructions ..................................3

Shipping Pack.........................................................5

Dimensions .............................................................6

Planning..................................................................7

Installation of Blower Assembly ..............................8

Mount Main Housing to Structure ...........................9

Installation on Floor Joists ....................................10

Installation on Ceiling Joists .................................11

Installation on Wall Studs .....................................12

Installation on Exterior Wall ..................................13

Electrical Connections ..........................................14

Verifying Operation and Replacing Cover ............15

Warranty ...............................................................16

This unit is intended for
domestic cooking ONLY.

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OWNER.

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VENTILATION SYSTEM USE
& CARE MANUAL. It contains
important safety information
for operating this appliance. It
also has many suggestions for
getting the best results from your
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Important Safety Instructions

What you need to know about safety instructions

Warning and Important Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing,
maintaining or operating an appliance.

ALWAYS contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions
you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

3

WARNIN G — Hazards or unsafe practices

which COU L D result in severe personal injur y
or death.

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

• Installation work and electrical wiring must be

done by a qualifi ed person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,
including fi re-rated construction codes and
standards.

• Suffi cient air is needed for proper combustion
and exhausting of gases through the fl ue
(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent
backdrafting. 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.

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

• Ducted fans must always be vented to the
outdoors.

• Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact
the manufacturer.

• 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.

CAUTION — Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in minor personal injury.

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

• Blower must not be installed in a ceiling

thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.

• Blower must not be installed in furnace
ductwork.

• To reduce the risk of fi re, use only metal
ductwork.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE:

• 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.

• Always turn hood ON when cooking at high
heat or when cooking fl aming foods.

• Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or
fi lter.

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

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Important Safety Instructions

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

• SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fi tting lid,

cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off
the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the fl ames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.

• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may
be burned.

• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
or towels - a violent steam explosion will result.

• Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

A. You know you have a Class ABC

extinguisher, and you already know how to
operate it.

B. The fi re is small and contained in the area

where it started.

C. The fi re department is being called.
D. You can fi ght the fi re with your back to an

exit.

* Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by

NFPA.

• For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.

• To reduce risk of fi re 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.

• This blower assembly is approved for use with
the following Electrolux Telescoping Downdraft
Systems: EI30DD10KSA, EI36DD10KSA,
FH30DD50MSA and FH36DD50MSA only.
Use of this blower assembly with any other
product or in any other confi guration is
hazardous and voids the product warranty.

NOTE

• Consult a licensed ventilation contractor or

qualifi ed technician for proper installation of
exhaust ducting.

• Locate the cooking area for minimum cross
drafts - away from doors and windows, when
possible.

• Ducts must be of adequate size and duct runs
should be as short and straight as possible.
Where turns are necessary, keep turning radius
as large and smooth as possible.

• The ducting must be air tight. Use a minimum
of 2 sheet metal screws at every duct joint.
Then, seal the duct joints with a high quality
duct tape.

• In duct runs less than 10 equivalent straight
feet, the remote blower may interfere with the
cooktop burner performance due to the high
volume of air moved. An adjustable damper
(not included) should be installed in the
ducting system. The damper can be adjusted
so that proper ventilation and cooktop burner
performance is achieved.

• Installation of duct work should be carefully
planned if it is to go under a concrete slab fl oor.
The duct trench should be boxed to prevent
collapse from the wet cement. Be sure to allow
room to run the electrical wiring and conduit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE REFERENCES

Shipping Pack

5

Remote Blower

Mounting Hardware

Instruction Manual

6

Dimensions

Specifi cations and Dimensions

Remote Blower Dimensions

19-3/4"

Electrical

Conduit

Connection

2-15/16"

(7.5 cm)

12-13/16"

(32.5 cm)

(50.2 cm)

19-5/8"

(49.8 cm)

16-15/16"

(43 cm)

9-13/16"

(24.9 cm)

6-15/16"

(17.6 cm)

Main

Blower

Housing

Blower

Cover

10-5/16"

(26.2 cm)

8-3/16"

(20.8 cm)

Air Inlet
Duct 10”

30-5/8"

(77.8cm)

Ø 10"
(25.4 cm)

(4) Mount

Points

16"

(40.6 cm)

Discharge

14"

(35.6 cm)

Discharge

List of Included Parts for model
EI16DDPRKS:

• (1) Blower

• (4) 1/4” Lag Bolts

Hardware Needed (User Supplied)

• 14 AWG Romex Cable (Min. Size)

IMPORTANT

Local building codes must be followed in specifying
approved type and specifi cation of ALL duct used.

16"

(40.6 cm)

1-13/16"
(4.6 cm)

Discharge

3-1/4" (8.3 cm)
4” (10.2 cm)
4-3/4” (12.1 cm)
Adjustable Discharge

30"

(76.2 cm)

IMPORTANT

Retain all packing and materials until the
telescoping downdraft and all components
have been installed.

NOTE

All dimensional tolerances are +1/16”, -0”
unless otherwise stated.

Before starting installation, remove the cover
from the Blower Main Housing. Check to see if
the blower wheel turns freely . Do not replace the
cover until the installation of the Blower Main
Housing is complete.

Planning

7

Installation Planning

A qualifi ed technician must complete the installation
of this appliance.

Carefully check the location where the remote blower
is to be installed. The remote blower should be placed
for convenient access. Make certain that electrical
power can be provided in the selected location.

The Remote Blower can be installed in various
locations. These Installation Instructions will cover
some of the possibilities.

Page

1 - On Floor Joists ................................................10

2 - On Ceiling Joists .............................................11

3 - On Wall Studs .................................................12

4 - On Exterior Wall ..............................................13

DO NOT mount the blower unit by the cover, or by
using any plumbing straps, or by any other method
than fastening with the lag bolts into solid structural
support members.

Ductwork

Use galvanized or aluminum duct in 8” / 10” round or
3¼”x14” / 4”x14” / 4¾”x14” size, or a combination of
both. PVC duct should be used if installing under a
poured concrete slab. Use the shortest and straightest
duct run possible.

Duct Tape Over
Seam and Screw

Air Flow

Screw

NOTE

Local building codes must be followed in specifying
approved type and specifi cation of ALL duct used.
Always use an appropriate roof or wall cap with
damper.

When mounting the unit, do not warp or bend
the housing, or mount in such a manner that the
connected ductwork causes the housing to fl ex.
Verify that the blower wheel spins freely.

When mounting the main blower housing, be sure
to fully engage the inlet collar of the blower with the
round duct inlet from the downdraft ventilation unit.
Secure the outlet to the exhaust duct.

Make sure that there is an appropriate damper
installed on the discharge ducting, per local code or
national building code, to prevent backfl ow of air.

IMPORTANT

All ductworks must be as installed as per local
codes.

To reduce risk of fi re 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.

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Installation of Blower Assembly

Remove the Blower Cover

Remove the Blower Cover from the Main Blower
Housing by removing the (16) silver hex head screws
from the Blower Cover. Retain the screws.

Remove the Wire box from the Main Blower Housing
by removing the 3 hex head screws. Retain the
screws.

Mount Main Housing

The housing is designed to mount to joist or studs
on 16” centers. When mounting the Main blower
Housing, the (4) lag bolts must be attached to joists,
studs or other structural members.

DO NOT attach the Main Blower Housing directly
to wall board, ceiling panels, or other non-structural
materials. Refer to the section drawings on the
following pages to determine the proper mounting
orientation for the Main Blower Housing.

DO NOT install the unit so that the unit is supported
by the Blower Cover. Damage to the Blower may
occur.

Blower

Cover

(16) Silver

Hex Head Screws

(3) Hex Head Screws

Wire Box

Mount Main Housing to Structure

9

When mounting the Main Blower Housing, the (4)
lag bolts must be attached to joists or studs, or
other structural members.

blower housing between fl oor joists or walls studs,
it is necessary to space the blower housing off the
fl oor or wall using a minimum 2x4 wood spacer. The
wood spacers should be properly secured to the joists
or studs. DO NOT secure the wood spacers to the
sub-fl oor or wall materials.

DO NOT mount the main blower housing directly to
sub-fl ooring or wall materials, this will not support
the remote blower housing correctly.

When mounting the unit, do not warp or bend
the housing, or mount in such a manner that the
connected ductwork causes the housing to fl ex.

When mounting the main

16”

(40.6 cm)

Flooring
or Wall

When mounting the main blower housing, be sure
to fully engage the inlet collar of the blower with the
round duct inlet from the downdraft ventilation unit.
Secure the outlet to the exhaust duct.

All duct connections should be sealed with duct tape
and secured with screws.

Connect the Romex cable from the downdraft
ventilation unit to the main blower housing.

Before making any electrical connections, verify
that the blower wheel spins freely.

Make the required electrical connections according
to the attached wiring diagram.

Cross Brace
or Cleat

Over 16”

(40.6 cm)

Inlet

Bracket

Inlet

1/4” Lag Bolts

Mounting on Joists or Studs

Spaced 16”

Joist
or Stud

Main
Blower
Housing

1/4” Lag Bolts

Mounting Between Joists or Studs

Spaced More Than16”

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Installation on Floor Joists

Inlet
Metal Duct

Romex or

Metal Conduit

Floor
Joists

Main

Blower

Housing

Discharge
Duct

Lag Bolts must be
attached to joists, studs
or structural members.

Conduit / Romex

Floor Joist

1/4” Lag Bolts (4)

1/4” Lag Bolts (4)

Flooring

Inlet

Discharge

Ceiling Joist

Installation on Ceiling Joists

1/4” Lag Bolts (4)

Discharge

Inlet

11

Conduit / Romex

Ceiling

12

Installation on W all Studs

Conduit / Romex

Inlet

Wall

Discharge

1/4” Lag Bolts (4)

Wall Stud

Installation on Exterior W all

The Outdoor Weather Kit WK-SP360 is required for outdoor installation.

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Conduit / Romex

Wall Stud

Inlet

Exterior Wall

Sealant

Discharge
4 3/4" x 14"

Sealant

Outdoor Weather Kit

WK-SP360 (not included)

Blower Cover

Zinc Plated
Phillips Screws

1/4” Lag
Bolts (4)

Note: Minimum 18”
from the ground.

Bottom

Mouting Hole

Refer to Outdoor Weather Kit Installation
Instructions for specifi c installation details.

3-1/4” Duct

4” Duct

4-3/4” Duct

Vent Slide

Hex Head Screws

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Electrical Connections

Remote Blower Electrical Connection

Loosen the 3 terminal block screws. Insert the leads
Before making any electrical connections, verify
that the blower wheel spins freely.

Make the required electrical connections according
to the wiring diagram.

from the Romex cable into the terminal block and

tighten the screws securing the leads in the terminal

block.

Re-attach the Wire Box using 3 screws.

DOWNDRAFT
CONTROL BOX

P8

P11

CONTROL BOARD

Terminal

Block

GND

PIGTAIL

CONTROL
HOUSING

FIELD WIRING

Romex
Clamp

Romex Cable or
Wiring in
Metal Conduit

WHT

GRN

BLK

Capacitor

BLK

BRN

BLK
BLU

GRN

GND

BLOWER HOUSING

Motor

120 VAC

Line
(Black)

Ground
(Green/Bare)

Neutral
(White)

Wiring Connection in Remote Blower

Control Box

Blower Motor
Wiring (Romex
or conduit)

Line

Neutral

Ground

Ground (Green)

Line (Black)

Neutral (White)

Wire
Nuts (3)

Remote Blower Connection to Vent Control Box

Verifying Operation and Replacing Cover

Verifying Proper Operation

After making the required electrical connections,
confi rm proper operation of the blower.

1. Temporarily re-install the remote blower cover,
using 2 screws per side.

2. Turn on the power supply at the circuit breaker.

3. Refer to the Telescoping Down Draft Installation
Instructions for additional instructions on proper
operation.

DO NOT allow any objects to contact any moving
parts or electrical connections while verifying blower
operation.

Replace the Cover

Re-attach the Blower Cover to the Main Blower
housing using the (16) silver hex head screws.

15

(16) Silver

Hex Head Screws

16

Warranty

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will
repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is
installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. In addition, the glass cooktop or radiant surface
element of your appliance (excluding built-in and free-standing range appliances) is covered by a two through fi ve year
limited warranty. During the 2nd through 5th years from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will provide a replacement
glass cooktop or radiant surface element for your appliance which has proven to be defective in materials or workmanship
when such appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.

2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.

3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.

4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.

5. Products used in a commercial setting.

6. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in
ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.

7. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.

8. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc.,
which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.

9. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air fi lters, water fi lters, other consumables, or knobs,
handles, or other cosmetic parts.

10. Labor or in-home service costs during the additional limited warranty periods beyond the fi rst year from your
original date of purchase.

11. Pickup and delivery costs; your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.

12. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges,
or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.

13. Damages to the fi nish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation, including but not limited
to fl oors, cabinets, walls, etc.

14. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine
Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such
as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fi res, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR OR

REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE
SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME
STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR
EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU
MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

If You Need Service

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service
be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty
must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.

This warranty only applies in the USA, Puerto Rico and Canada. In the USA and Puerto Rico, your appliance is warranted
by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance
is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this
warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service
company. Product features or specifi cations as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

USA

1.800.944.9044

Electrolux Home Products, Inc.,
10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262

Canada
1-800-265-8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5V 3E4