• Requires Power Supply • 120 Volt • 15-20 Amps., 3 prong receptacle • 60 Hz., AC.
• See Steps 3 and 5 for electrical receptacle and duct outlet location
For Remote Blower Installations:
• Requires Remote Blower: Model # VTR1000Q or VTR600R
• Requires Duct Transition: Model # CVD310 (for 3-1/4" x 10" duct) or CVD314 (for
3-1/4" x 14" duct)
• Requires 4 wires and 1 ground wire connecting blower and vent
• Requires Power Supply • 120 Volt • 15-20 Amps., 3 prong receptacle • 60 Hz., AC.
• Requires 10" round ducting to connect to VTR1000Q Remote Blower or 8" round
for VTR600R
• See Steps 3 and 5 for electrical receptacle and duct outlet location
UNIVERSAL COOK’N’VENT
®
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS: CVS30R • CVS36R • CVS45R
Rating: 120 Volt, 60 Hz.,10.2 Amps.
INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES.
PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING.
IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector's use.
INSTALLER: Please leave these Installation Instructions with this unit for the owner.
OWNER: Please retain these instructions for future reference.
SAFETY WARNING: Disconnect power by removing plug from receptacle before installing or
servicing this unit.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT
USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR
EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPORS.
A.Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
B.Before installing, servicing or cleaning the unit, dis-
connect power cord.
CInstallation work and electrical wiring must be done
by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes & standards, including fire-rated construction.
D.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 manufacturers 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.
E.When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
F.Caution — To reduce risk of fire and to properly
exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside. Do not vent
exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, attics,
crawl spaces or garages.
G.WARNING - USE ONLY METAL DUCT WORK.
H.Install this ventilator in accordance with all require-
ments specified by the manufacturer of your cooktop.
I.DO NOT USE THIS VENT WITH ANY SOLID-
STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Page 1
Figure 1
Top Cap
Snorkel
"Clean out" area
Ventilator Intake
Support Leg
INTRODUCTION
Integral Blower
J Box (electrical
Connections)
Access Panel
STEP 1
Duct Transition
to Remote Blower
Channel Clamp
and Wing Nuts
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The complete Universal Cook‘n‘Vent
®
System consists of the ventilator intake and a blower. See
Fig. 1. The blower is either an integral (mounted on the vent
intake in the cabinet under the cooktop) or a remote (roof or
outside wall mounted). When a remote blower is used, a
duct transition is mounted on the ventilator intake in place
of the integral blower to connect the intake to the ductwork.
The duct transition must be purchased separately.
The integral blower or duct transition can be mounted in
different positions on the intake to route ductwork to avoid
cabinet, building framing, utilities, etc. Important: To
allow for cleaning access, locate blower in the position
closest to the duct outlet.
The Universal Cook‘n’Vent® System is available in 30-
inch, 36-inch and 45-inch models, with countertop trim in
either stainless, black, or white. It is intended for use with
any residential 30-inch, 36-inch or 45-inch model (Thermador
or other) gas or electric cooktop. It is not intended to be
used with any professional style cooktop or range.
PLAN THE INSTALLATION
Carefully follow the planning procedures listed below. See
Figure 2.
A.Determine whether a remote or integral blower will be
used. Remote blower installation requires 4 wires
plus a ground wire to run from the Cook‘n’Vent
to the blower.
B.Make sure adequate cabinet and counter space has
been provided for unit service if required.
C.Minimize cross drafts created by adjacent open win-
dows, doors, air conditioning, old heating vents, recessed ceiling lights, and traffic patterns which may
affect performance.
D.For gas cooktop installations make sure that a mini-
mum 10 square inch opening is provided in the toekick or other cabinet area. Inadequate ventilation of
the cabinet below the cooktop may result in flame
outage when operating the vent system.
E.Provide "make-up air" to installation location to im-
prove performance and prevent problems, such as
fireplace chimney downdrafts.
F.Investigate potential ductwork routes and choose the
shortest possible route from the unit to an outside wall
®
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1/8" Min. ➞
3-1/16"
➞
2-3/8"
1-3/4"
2-1/16"
1/4"
Cooktop
Figure 2
•Be certain to avoid interf erance
with gas and electric supply to
cooktop.
•Shelving and drawer depths
are dependent upon cooktop
depth and setback.
25"
1-5/8"
Vent
9/16"
** For integral ventilator
installations discharged
through left side of cabinet, this dimension is
32-1/8". This installation
requires a nonstandard
cabinet for clearance.
†
Dimensions are dependent on discharge di-
rection.
INTEGRAL REMOTE
9-13/16" 8-1/16"
A
B
13" 15"
12-3/4"
31"
**
Cutout
Depth
Cooktop
10"
†
5-3/4"
†
Vent
5" Max.
A
Drawer
➝
17" Max.
Shelving Must
Be Removable
➝
24"
➝
B
➝
SB (See
Fig. 7,8)
See Cooktop
Installation
36"
or roof. For guidance, typical ducting installations are
shown in figures 3 through 6.
G.Determine whether the chosen route of ducting will
meet vent system performance requirements. To do
this, measure the duct lengths needed and determine
specific fittings required. Enter this data in the spaces
provided in Table 1. The total equivalent length of
duct used must not exceed 85 feet with integral
blower, or 70 feet with remote blower. If the initial
calculation exceeds this limit, replan the installation by reducing the number of fittings, increasing
duct sizes, shortening duct lengths, etc., until this
important requirement is met.
H.Follow the duct installation guidelines in Table 2.
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FIGURES 3 THROUGH 6 ARE EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE DUCTING
Figure 3
Duct Attach-
ment Box
CVD310 or
CVD314
REMOTE BLOWER
Remote
Blower
ROOF MOUNT INSTALLATION
Figure 4
INTEGRAL BLOWER
VTN600CVR
Wall Cap
1255-1
12" Min.
Ground
THROUGH W ALL INST ALLA TION
Figure 5
INTEGRAL BLOWER
VTN600CVR
BLOWER ROTATED 90° FOR SIDE
CONNECTION
Figure 6
3-1/4" x 10"
or 14" Duct
End Must
Be Closed
and Sealed
Remote Blower
REMOTE BLOWER
Duct Attachment
Box CVD310 or
CVD314
10" Collar
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THROUGH WALL DUCT INSTALLATION
THROUGH W ALL INSTALLA TION
TABLE 1. VENTILATOR PERFORMANCE CALCULATION
DUCT PIECES
ROUND
STRAIGHT
➛
1'
➛
➛
1'
➛
ELBOW
ROUND
ELBOW
ROUND
3-1/4"X10"
90
°
ELBOW
3-1/4"X10"
45
°
ELBOW
SIZE
10"
3-1/4" x 10"
10"
STRAIGHT
3-1/4" x 14"
14"
STRAIGHT
6"
°
90
45
7"
8"
6"
°
7"
8"
N/A
N/A
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
1.2'
6"
0.95'
7"
8"0.7'
0.6'
1'
0.7'
12'
8'
6'
5'
4'
3'
5'
15'
QUANTITY
USED
TOTAL
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
DUCT PIECES
3-1/4"X 10"
REVERSE
ELBOW LEFT
3-1/4"X 10"
CENTER
REVERSE
3-1/4"X 10"
REVERSE
3-1/4"X 10"
REVERSE
ROUND
WALL CAP
Model #WC8
Model #WC10
ROUND
ROOF
CENTER
ELBOW
RIGHT
RIGHT
ELBOW
LEFT
ELBOW
CAP
SIZE
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
6"
7"
8"
10"
6"
7"
8"
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
15'
25'
25'
15'
2'
2'
QUANTITY
USED
TOTAL
EQUIVALENT
LENGTH
3-1/4"X10"
FLAT
ELBOW
ROUND TO
3-1/4"X10"
3-1/4"X10"
TO ROUND
ROUND TO
3-1/4"X10"
90
°
ELBOW
3-1/4"X10"
TO ROUND
90
°
ELBOW
NOTE: Fittings with model numbers stated are available through your
N/A
20'
6"
7"
6"
7"
6"
7"
6"
Thermador dealer. All other fittings are available from most major
hardware stores.
7"
1'
1'
5'
3'
10'
8'
10'
5'
10"
3-1/4"x10" Flex
Model #RD 1
3-1/4"
Model 310TR10
6"
Model WC310
7" In-Line
Backdraft
Damper
Model # I 40
3-1/4"x10"
Roof Jack
& Shutter,
Model # RJ310
2'
long
3-1/4"x10"
to Round
3-1/4"x10"
Wall Cap
20'
5'
1'
2'
5'
5'
TOTAL
(of both columns) =
MUST be LESS than:
Integral Blower- 85 ft.
Remote Blower- 70 ft.
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TABLE 2. DUCT WORK INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
• Keep duct runs as short and straight as possible.
• Duct fittings (elbows and transitions) reduce air flow
efficiency.
• Back to back elbows and "S" turns significantly reduces air flow and are not recommended.
• A short straight length of duct at the inlet of the remote
blower gives the best delivery.
• Transition to round duct as close to the Cook‘n’Vent®
as possible. In order of preference, use
1st.10" round duct
2nd.8" round duct
3rd.7" round duct
4th.3-1/4" x 14" duct
5th.3-1/4" x l0" duct
6th.6" round duct
• The use of flexible metal round duct should only be
used when no other duct fitting exists. Limit use to
short lengths and do not crush when making corners.
• Where local codes permit, plastic pipe (PVC-schedule
40 pipe or ABS pipe 7" or 8" diameter) can be used in
areas of high ground moisture and in slab floors to
eliminate future rusting.
• Use only duct work constructed of materials that are
acceptable by the applicable codes. All duct should be
26 gauge or heavier to minimize flex due to air flow.
• The remote blower requires a 10" diameter round duct
to match the inlet ring, so a transition to a 10" diameter
is necessary from other duct sizes.
• Use sheet metal screws as required to support the duct
weight, and seal all joints with duct tape.
• Be certain that the duct work does not interfere with
floor joists or wall studs.
• Do not exhaust more than one vent into a single duct
run.
• Thermal breaks, such as a short section of nonmetallic
duct, should be used in areas of extreme cold.
• Always use an appropriate roof or wall-cap with
damper. Laundry type wall caps should
never be used.
STEP 2
PREPARE COUNTERTOP CUTOUT
®
For installation of the Cook'n'Vent
cooktop, refer to Part A and Figure 7. For installation with
another brand of cooktop, refer to Part B and Figure 8.
For all installations, verify cutouts will clear the inside of the
front countertop support rail. (See cutout depth in Figure 2).
The front and rear cutouts must be straight and parallel to the
front edge of countertop and the rear backsplash or wall.
Assure that the side cutouts are square to the front and rear
cutouts. All illustrations and dimensions are based upon
standard 24" deep by 36" high American style base cabinets
with 25" countertops.
When installing laminated or solid surface countertops such
as Surell™ and Corian
manufacturer's instructions regarding minimum corner radii, reinforcement of corners, etc.
For overhead cabinet and cooktop side clearances consult
cooktop Installation Instructions.
®,
be sure to follow the countertop
with a Thermador
A.INSTALLATION WITH A
THERMADOR COOKTOP
(FIGURE 7 AND TABLE 3)
Provide an opening in the countertop as specified in
Table 3. Make sure the distance from the front of the
countertop to the front of the cutout is not less than dimension
"SB." Verify that the available flat countertop is greater than
dimensions "OW" by "OD." Make certain the backsplash
thickness does not exceed dimension "BT".
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TABLE 3 (in inches)
CVS30R/ 36R/ 45R INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS WITH THERMADOR COOKTOPS
CooktopCWCDOWODSBBT, Max++
Model No.CutoutCutoutOverallOverallMinimumBacksplash
*Dimension "SB" is the minimum distance from the leading edge
of the counter to the leading edge of the cutout.
++Dimension "BT" is the thickness of back-splash that provides
1
/8" clearance between vent and backsplash. Any backsplash with
a curved radius where it meets the counter will require additional
clearance. Thicker backsplashes may be used by increasing the
counter and cabinet depths.
Figure 7
INSTALLATION WITH THERMADOR COOKTOPS OR WITH OTHER
All dimensions are in inches and are based upon a standard
24" deep base cabinet with 25" countertop.
* *SGC and SGCS cooktops are 1" wider at center of cooktop than
shown in chart above.
Refer to cooktop Installation Instructions for complete information prior to making any cutouts.
✝Clearance is provided to allow raising of the hinged main top.
COOKTOPS WHEN SPECIFIED (SEE PART B)
BT
1/8"
BT
CD
OD
CW
OW
SB
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Figure 8
INSTALLATION WITH OTHER COOKTOPS WHERE SPECIFIED
(SEE PART B)
28-5/8" - CVS30
34-5/8" - CVS36
43-5/8" - CVS45
2-1/16"
1/8"
BT
CD
OD
CW
OW
SB
B.INSTALLATION WITH ANOTHER BRAND OF COOKTOP (Figure 8)
The installer will need to have the cooktop installation
instructions available to complete the installation. All
cooktop dimensions should be verified through measurement prior to cutting the countertop:
COD = Cooktop Overall Depth
with the above dimensions confirmed, determine the cutout size as follows:
1.Find the cutout width, (CW):
If CCW is smaller than the CVS cutout width then:
InstallationCW
CVS3028
CVS3634
CVVS4543
If CCW is larger than the CVS cutout width then:
CW = CCW
See Figure 8 for CVS cutout widths and dimension
definitions.
5/8
5/8
5/8
2.Calculate the cutout depth, CD:
Determine the cooktop overhang (CO)
CO = (COD-CCD)/2 (Assumes front and rear cooktop
overhangs are equal) Calculate the cutout depth,
(CD):
CD = COD - CO+1
3.Determine setback (SB) distance from front of
countertop to front of cutout. SB is specified in the
installation instructions shipped with the cooktop.
4.Backsplash thickness must not exceed BT as calculated below:
BT = 24
(Provides
A negative value for BT means countertop is too small
for the installation.
5.Verify that the available flat countertop has a width
greater than OW and a depth greater than OD.
OW depends on the installation:
CVS30: OW equals the greater of COW or 30".
CVS36: OW equals the grewtaer of COW or 36".
CVS45: OW equals the grewtaer of COW or 45".
1/8" clearance between vent and backsplash.)
7/8" - OD-SB+CO
7/8"
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OD is determined by: OD=COD+2
6.Cut countertop using dims: CD, CW and SB as
defined in Figure 8.
1/8".
Figure 9
Countertop
Surface
C
L
Point "P" (Center of Rear Cut-line)
Left Side
Cabinet Back
F
Plumb line to
intersection A-A
➜
B
G
& B-B
30"
AA
Receptacle
➜
Right Side
Location
C
Adjustable Within Range
Note: Centerlines of
Rectangular Duct Shown
CABINET CUT-OUT FOR DUCTWORK
D
C
L
B
E
Cabinet Bottom Shelf
TABLE 4
INTERNAL BLOWER VTN600CVR
C D E F G
CVS30R 8-3/8 1/2 9-5/8 26-3/4 17-9/16
CVS36R 8-3/8 3-7/8 13-3/16 26-3/4 17-9/16
CVS45R 8-3/8 8-1/16 17-3/16 26-3/4 17-9/16
REMOTE BLOWER VTR600Q OR VTR1000Q
C D E F G
CVS30R 6-9/16 5-1/16 5-1/16 22-1/4 22-1/4
CVS36R 6-9/16 8-1/2 8-1/2 22-1/4 22-1/4
CVS45R 6-9/16 12-3/4 12-3/4 22-1/4 22-1/4
STEP 3
PREPARE DUCT CUTOUTS IN CABINET
A.Refer to Figure 9. Drop a plumb-line from Point "P" at
the center of the rear countertop cutout. Mark this point
on the bottom of the cabinet. Draw Line AA through
this point and parallel to the front of the cabinet.
Through the same point draw Line BB perpendicular
to Line AA.
B. Use Table 4 to layout the necessary cabinet cutouts for
the ductwork. Where a range of measurements is
noted, choose a measurement that allows best clearance from wall studs, floor joists, utilities, or other
obstructions.
C.Temporarily set intake and cooktop in place and attach
D.Remove temporarily placed hardware and make cut-
E.Make all other cabinet modifications needed to pro-
integral blower (or duct transition fitting if a remote
blower is installed). Refer to steps 6 and 7. Verify that
the duct cutouts as marked will match the hardware
installation. Adjust the duct cutout as necessary to
match hardware installation.
outs in cabinet.
vide proper clearances for drawers or removable shelving.
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STEP 4
STEP 6
INSTALL DUCTWORK
(REMOTE BLOWER - if used)
A.Install the ductwork and remote blower (if used) in
accordance with the ductwork routing plan developed
in Step 1.
B.Make sure that the installation complies with all instal-
lation guidelines in Table 2. Check the opening where
ducting passes through the outside wall or roof has
been properly flashed and sealed to prevent leakage.
C.If using integral blower model VTN600CVR proceed
to Step 5.
D.If using remote blower model VTR600R
refer to Installation Instructions with that model.
or VTR1000Q,
STEP 5
INSTALL ELECTRICAL SERVICE
MOUNT VENT & COOKTOP
A.Remove grease filters and any packing materials from
inside the intake.
B.Set the vent intake into rear of countertop opening.
Carefully lower it into position so that the flanges on
the rear sides and edges fully support the unit hanging
from the countertop.
CLoosely fasten lower support legs to vent. Hold the
unit against the rear of the countertop opening, and,
with it in vertical position, slide the brackets down to
meet the bottom of cabinet and fasten to cabinet with
hardware provided. Then tighten brackets on vent.
Refer to Figure 1. Fasten support legs to cabinet floor.
D.Place the cooktop in countertop opening with the rear
edge of cooktop overlapping the front edge of the vent.
Make sure rear edge of cooktop does not bind
against front of snorkel. Follow the manufacturer's
installation instructions for installing the cooktop.
Check your local building codes for proper method of
installation. In the U.S., if there are no applicable local
codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the
National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, Current Issue.
(In Canada, installation must be in accordance with the CAN
1-B149.1 and .2 - Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and/ or local codes).
This appliance is factory equipped with a power supply cord
having a three-prong grounding plug (with polarized parallel blades). IT MUST BE PLUGGED INTO A MATING
GROUNDING TYPE RECEPTACLE, CONNECTED TO
A CORRECTLY POLARIZED 120 VOLT CIRCUIT.
The receptacle should be located under the countertop so
that the 30 inch long power cord from the vent will reach it.
See Figure 9. The cord should be routed beneath the appliance and away from heat generated by the cooktop. Access
should not be obstructed by blower, cabinet work, ductwork
or electrical/gas utilities for the cooktop. All power for the
vent system (including the remote blower, if used) is supplied via the cord to the intake unit. The outlet can usually
be extended from another kitchen outlet or have its own
circuit from the main service panel.
Do not plug vent cord into receptacle until Step 8.
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STEP 7
MOUNT INTEGRAL
BLOWER OR
Remote Blower
Transition
(See Fig. 11)
Integral Blower VTN600
Only
A. Place blower in front of intake
on bottom of cabinet, take
blower wires and guide them
through grommet to opened JBox.
B. Place lower flanged edge of
blower in panel groove in bottom of vent intake. Secure top
of blower with clamp channels and wing nuts.
C. Pull wires in J-Box to take out
any slack from blower compartment. Cut off excess wire
1
length. Strip wires
hook up to terminal strip per
wiring diagram, Fig. 10. Replace J-Box cover.
/4" and
Figure 11
"Clean-out"
Area
Vent Intake
Panel Groove
Integral Blower
VTN600CVR
Figure 10
Vent
Power
Cord
Duct Transition
Electrical Connection
Box (J-Box)
Flanged Edge
Access
Panel
Flanged Edge
of Blower
Wing Nuts
CVD310
or
CVD314
Channel
Clamp
D.Connect Blower to
ductwork.
Remote Blower VTR600R
or VTR1000Q only
A. Remove knockout on top of J-
Box and connect conduit with
5 wires from remote blower.
Hook up wires per wiring diagram, Figure 10. Replace JBox cover.
B. Install duct transition by set-
ting flanged edge of transition
in panel groove on bottom of
vent intake. Secure top of
transition with channel clamp
and wingnuts.
C. Connect Blower to ductwork.
Note: Blower or duct transition
box may be installed with duct
outlet left, down or right. Install blower or duct transition
in such a way that access panels can be removed for cleaning.
Before performing this procedure, verify that all packing materials were removed from inside the snorkel and
that the grease filters and front panel have been properly
installed. Refer to the Care and Use Manual for instructions regarding filter and front panel installation.
Plug the vent power cord into a proper electrical receptacle
and ensure that the circuit is energized.
A. Raise the snorkel to its fully extended position by
pressing the push-button once (Figure 12). Do not hold
the push-button. The elevating motor will stop when the
snorkel reaches its full height. (Note: the blower will
operate unless the snorkel is fully raised).
B. Turn the blower ON by using the speed control knob at
the right front of the snorkel (Figure 12). Let the blower
run several minutes at each speed to evaluate its operation.
C. With the blower running, lower the snorkel to its fully
retracted position by pressing the push-button once. The
blower will immediately turn off.
not
Figure 12
UP/DOWN
Push-button
1
2
0
3
Blower Speed
Control Knob
D. Raise and lower the vent again. Check to make sure that
the top cap on the snorkel does not catch on the back
edge of the cooktop when it is lowered. If interference
occurs, adjust the position of the cooktop by moving it
against the front edge of the countertop cutout. Resecure the cooktop to the countertop. Failure to eliminate interference may result in permanent damage to the
vent. Also, ensure that the vent support legs have been
properly secured to the cabinet base using the screws
provided.
If the vent system does not operate satisfactorily during
any of the above procedures, review all steps in these
Installation Instructions to ensure that nothing has been
omitted or overlooked. Also, refer to the Care & Use
Manual for additional information or call Thermador
Customer Support 1-800-735-4328.