Porter & Charles Pyramid-30, Pyramid-36 Instruction Manual

Pyramid-30, Pyramid-36

Range Hood Instruction Manual

Thank you for the purchase of this product. Please read the

manual carefully before operating the appliance.

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions

2

Introduction

3

Features

3

Installation

4-5

How to Use

6

Grounding Instructions

7

Safety Information

8

Trouble Shooting

9

Electrical Diagram

10

Specifications

11

Cleaning & Maintenance

12

Installation Diagram

13

Warranty

14

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Important Safety Instructions

○ Read and save these instructions
○ Warning - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do

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

○ CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not use

to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

○ Warning - To reduce the risk of a range top grease fire:

 Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.

Boil overs 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 flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries
Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé)

 Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be

allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

 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:

 Smother flames with a close-fitting lid, baking sheet, or

metal tray, and then turn off the burner. Be careful to
prevent burns. If the flames 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 may 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 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.

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Introduction

o This appliance has been manufactured with materials

and processes that respect the environment. We hope
that you will continue this important consideration in
the operation of this appliance and the disposal of the
packaging materials – thank you.

o The installation work must be undertaken by a

qualified technician experienced in range hood
installation. Please connect the correct power rating
(see page 10)

o The manufacturer disclaims all liability for any damage

or injury caused as a result of not following
instructions for installation contained in the following
text

o The appliance is not intended for use by young

children or infirm persons without supervision

o Young children should be supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the appliance

o The maximum number of burners covered by a range

hood should not exceed 5

o Any modifications to the appliance, electric wire and

plug is dangerous and voids the warranty

Features

o This appliance is manufactured from top quality

materials, and offers superb streamlined effects

o With high suction power and low noise, it is designed

to remove cooking fumes from your kitchen quietly
and effectively

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Pic 1

Installation (duct is not supplied)

1. The range hood should be mounted at a

distance of 600mm from an electric or
induction cooktop, and 762mm above a
gas cooktop for safety and optimum
performance. If the instructions for
installation of the gas cooktop specify a
greater distance, this has to be taken
into account. (see pic 1) The exhaust air

must not be discharged into a flue which is
used for exhausting fumes from other
appliances burning gas or other fuels

2. To install onto the wall, drill 2 holes of Ø8mm on a

sturdy wall and in line with the hood

3. Insert expanding screws into the holes

4. Fix drilling template on the wall (see pic 2)

5. Add the soot tube (alternative part) to the one way

valve, and connect it to the kitchen outlet vent. (see pic

3)

6. Insert the outer chimney, the outer chimney should be

fixed on the main body by screws. Then mount the
bracket and insert the inner chimney and screw it to
tighten. (see pic 4)

600 – 762mm