GE PVB94DT1BB, PVB94DT2BB, PVB94DT3BB, PVB94DT4BB, PVB94DT5BB Installation Guide

Installation

Instructions

Downdraft Vent Systems

PVB94
PVB98

ZVB30
ZVB36

Safet Information

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completelg and carefullg.

"IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector's use.

"IM PORTANT- Observeallgoverning

codes and ordinances.

, Note to Installer- Be sureto leavethese

instructionswiththe consumer.

, Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions

for future reference.

, Skill Level- Installation of these vents require

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

, Completion Time- 1to 3 hours.
. Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer. Product failure due to improper
installation is not covered under the warranty.

If you received a damaged vent, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.

For Monogram local service in gour area,

1.800.444.1845.
For Monogram service in Canada,

1.800.561.3344.
For Monogram Parts and Accessories,

call 1.800.626.2002.

--_WARNING: SHOCKHAZARD

Thisappliancemust be properlygrounded.

A WARNING:

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

A WA RNING:TOREDUCETHERISK

OF FIRE,ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING.

A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.

BoBefore service 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.

Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
the downdraft system unless it is specifically

recommended in this book. All other servicing

should be performed by a qualified technician.

. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to

exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapors.

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

rated construction.

• 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
guidelines and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA),and the American Societg
for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
When applicable, install ang makeup (replacement)
air system in accordance with local building code
requirements. Visit GEApplionces.com for available
makeup air solutions.

ACAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire

and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air
outdoors. Do not vent exhaust air into spaces
within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces
or garages.

CONTENTS

Design Information

Product Dimensions ................................................................3

Accessories ..................................................................................3

Advance Planning ...............................................................4, 5

Installation Preparation

Clearances ..............................................................................6, 7

Parts Supplied ............................................................................7

Tools and Materials Required .............................................7

Remove Packaging ..................................................................7

Power Supplg .............................................................................8

Venting Options .........................................................................9

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

A

30" Models 30"
36" Models 36"

Ductwork

Duct Fittings .............................................................................10

Installation Instructions

Step 1, Install Downdraft Vent .........................................11

Step 2, Install the Ductwork ..............................................11

Step 3, Install Remote Switch ...........................................12

Step 4, Connect Power ........................................................13

Step 5, Install Filters, Check Operation ........................13

Cleaning .....................................................................................13

23-5/8"

ACCESSORIES

J×RB67 - Optional accessorg for indoor remote
location of the blower/motor assemblg. Use this kit
when the blower and motor assemblg will be located

outside of the cabinet, such as below the cabinet floor.

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Desi n Information

ADVANCE PLANNING

Downdraft Vent and Cooktop Cutout
The installation of these downdraft vents with ang GE
or Monogram cooktop requires careful consideration.

Before you begin, review the combination cutout
illustrations on page 6.

Countertop Requirements
The countertop must have a deep flat surface to
accommodate the cooktop and the vent. Countertops

with a rolled front edge and backsplash may not provide
the flat surface area required.

Base Cabinet Requirements
Review the installation preparation on Page 6 to ensure
the base cabinet is deep enough to accommodate the

minimum clearance and that the side and back wall
locations allow the vent to be properlg secured. Ensure

no internal structure elements (such as cabinet corner
braces) interfere with the vent or cooktop.

Before gou begin, gou must:

1. Review countertop dimension illustrations to be
sure gou will have enough flat countertop surface.

2. Check to be sure that the total countertop depth
required (including minimum cutout to front edge

depth) allows enough space for a backsplash.

3. Review the cabinet illustration. Check to be sure

the interior cabinet depth will house the cooktop

burner box, the vent and the cutout clearance from

the front.

4. When countertop and cabinet depth present a
problem, review Creative Solutions.

5. Read this book completelg to accuratelg plan the

installation location, clearances and ductwork

requirements.

With careful planning, gou can achieve acustom look
with minimal adjustments.

Creative Solutions
. When the kitchen

design calls for an

Maintain Cutout Clearances

to Front Edge as Specified

against-the-watt
installation, move

the base cabinet _!_i

forward 3" to 5".
Filler panels or

complementarg
moldings can be
added to exposed

cabinet sides. ' Filler Panel

Base

Cabinet

\

Filler Panel

Base Sink

. In an island or

peninsula, use
an extra-deep
countertop.
The countertop

Overhang
per Cooktop

Clearances
Must be
Maintained

overhang at
the front can be

adjusted to meet
setback to cutout

CoverPanel

-nd

Panel

requirements.

. When the cutout to the front edge of the countertop

requirement is more than 2", add a bullnose trim to
the front edge of the countertop, include the trim
thickness when measuring the front edge to cutout
requirement. Bg adding the trim, the cooktop can

be moved forward, providing additional countertop

depth and interior cabinet space.

Add a BullnoseTrim

orOtherDecorative
Moldingto Increase

CountertopDepth i
andto Maintain
RequiredClearance
FromFrontEdgeto

Cutout.

. When the distances between the vent and the

inside cabinet side walls are more than 5-1/2" and/
or the inside cabinet back wall is more than 4-1/2",

false walls should be constructed inside the cabinet
for securing the vent with the stabilizing brackets

(refer to Cutouts and Clearances under Installation

Preparation.)

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Desi n Information

Clearances

, The downdraft system with blower, motor and

ductwork will occupy the cabinet below the
countertop and cooktop.

• The blower/motor assembly can be located
below the cabinet floor. The assembly will fit
between 16" floor joists. Order JXRB67 for indoor

remote locations.
Refer to your specific cooktop installation

instruction for appropriate clearances.

, Installation must conform with local codes.

Ductwork
Prepare ductwork to vent to the outdoors.

, Use the shortest and straightest duct run possible.
, The maximum permissible equivalent length for

duct run is 100 feet.

• Refer to "Duct Fittings" chart to calculate
equivalent length for various duct configurations.

o The downdraft blower system is designed to use

3-1/4" x 10" ductwork. It can be transitioned to 6"
round.

, Ductwork MUST be vented to the outside-never

into a crawl space, attic or other enclosed space.

, Determine the need for a wall cap or roof cap.

Order the cap in advance.

• When applicable, install any makeup (replacement)
air system in accordance with local building
code requirements. Visit GEAppliances.com for
available makeup air solutions.

Electricaland Gas Locations

Plan the placement of the electrical outlet and gas
connections (if used) carefully. Electrical outlets and
gas connections cannot be placed on the back wall
of the cabinet because it may interfere with the
downdraft plenum. Refer to POWER SUPPLYsection

for information on location of electrical and gas

connections.
, Install a standard electrical outlet on the right side

of the cabinet within reach of the vent's two-foot-
long power cord.

o The vent and a GE or Monogram gas cooktop

combination can operate from the same 120-volt
standard duplex outlet.

, Electric cooktops must operate from a separate

240-volt junction box.

• A 90 ° elbow (not supplied) can be installed onto
the inlet of the gas cooktop and route the gas

connections to avoid interference when installed

with a downdraft vent or other cabinetry features.

, The hood must vent down or to the left when

installed with a GE or Monogram gas cooktop to
avoid interference with the inlet of the gas cook-

top.