Thermador RECHMDW36 Installation manual
Installation
MANUAL
Under Cabinet Drawer Hood
Recirculating Kit
Models RECHMDW30 & RECHMDW36
FOR USE WITH THESE UNDER
WALL HOOD MODELS
Models HMDW30WS & HMDW36WS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Signal Words for Safety and Best Use
WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a
result of non-observance of this warning.
CAUTION
This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur
as a result of non-observance of this warning.
NOTICE: This indicates that damage to the appliance or
property may occur as a result of non-compliance with this
advisory.
Note: This alerts you to important information and/or tips.
Pay special attention to the important safety instructions in
the “Safety” section.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
General Notes
WARNING
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
WARNING
Do not use this recirculation kit with Gas Cooktops.
WARNING
• 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.
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE
APPLICANCE AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE.
WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been
designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk
of burns, electric shock, re, and injury to persons. When
using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must
be followed, including those in the following pages.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
WARNING
Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the packaging after unpacking the appliance.
Never allow children to play with packaging material.
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. Refer to the
Statement of Limited Warranty in the Use and Care Manual. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, ammables
or nonfood products in or near this appliance. It is spe-
cically designed for use when heating or cooking food.
The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will
damage the appliance and could result in injury.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly,
or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized servicer.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specically recommended in this manual. Refer all servicing to a factory authorized service center.
CAUTION
Grease left on lters can melt and move into the vent.
WARNING
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when
reaching behind or under appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Fire Safety
WARNING
WARNING
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual.
Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches re,
drop and roll immediately to extinguish ames.
Have an appropriate re extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance.
Smother ames from food res other than grease res
with baking soda. Never use water on cooking res.
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 tting lid, cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the ames do not
go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE
FIRE DEPARTMENT.
• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may get
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 re is small and contained in the area where
it started.
a
RISK OF FIRE
Hot oil and fat catch re fast. Never leave hot oil and fat
unsupervised.
Never extinguish a re with water. Switch off the cooking
position.
Suffocate ames carefully with a lid, a re blanket or
similar.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
Grease deposits in the grease lter can ignite.
Clean the grease lter at least every two months or as
frequently as necessary.
Never operate the appliance without the grease lter.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
Grease deposits in the grease lter can catch re. Never
work with a naked ame near the appliance (e.g. am-
béing). Install the unit near a heat-producing appliance
for solid fuels (e.g. wood or coal) only if there is a closed,
non-detachable cover. There must be no ying sparks.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
Use only metal ductwork.
c) The re department is being called.
d) You can ght the re with your back to an exit.
a
Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.
Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation system
during a cooktop re. However, do not reach through re
to turn it off.
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WARNING
RISK OF BURNS
The accessible parts get hot during operation.
Never touch hot parts.
Keep children away.
CAUTION
It is recommended to wear gloves and long sleeves to
protect hands and forearms from abrasion and potential
scratches during the installation process.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Child Safety
When children become old enough to use the appliance,
it is the responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to
ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualied
persons.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on
any part of an appliance. This can damage the appliance or
cause injury.
WARNING
Be sure the entire appliance (including the grease lters
and light bulbs, if applicable) has cooled and grease
has solidied before attempting to clean any part of the
appliance.
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including vinyl
chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Protecting The Environment
Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging in line
with environmental requirements.
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to corrosion. Always turn appliance
on when cooking to avoid condensation buildup. Condensation can lead to corrosion damage.
Risk of damage due to moisture entering into the electronic
circuitry.
Never clean operator controls with a wet cloth.
Surface damage due to incorrect cleaning. Clean stainless
steel surfaces in the grind direction only. Do not use any
stainless steel cleaners for operator controls. Never use
strong or abrasive cleaning agents, since they can cause
surface damage.
Risk of damage from condensation back ow. Install
exhaust vent at a slight downward slope away from the
appliance (1° slope).
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Parts Supplied
A
G
D
A
F. Cabinet
J. Top of the cabinetry
B. Centerline
1 - Hardware bag
• 2 - 4.5x13 mm installation screws
• 8 - Charcoal lter clips
4 - Charcoal Filters
1 - Plastic grid
Installation Instructions
Range Hood Model Recirculating Kit
3. Install the recirculating grid with the 2 provided screws.
A
B
A. Recirculating grid
HMDW30WS RECHMDW30
HMDW36WS RECHMDW36
If it is not possible to vent cooking fumes and vapors to
the outside, the hood can be used in the non-vented
(recirculating) version, using the recirculating kit .
Fumes and vapors are recycled through the round grid.
Installation through the soft / cabinet
Depending on your recirculating installation, take into consideration the next diagram:
G
B
J
F
F
I
E
H
B
C
D
E
Charcoal Filter Replacement
1. Remove the grease lters of the hood.
2. Evenly position the charcoal lter to the backside of the
grease lter.
A. Ceiling
B. Recirculating grid
C.
Soffit
D. 6” (15.2 cm) vent
E. Range hood
G. Wall
H. 12” (30.5 cm) min. cabinet
height
I. 17” (43.2 cm) min. vent cover
height
1. Measure and mark the centerline of the cabinet to the
soft above.
2. Measure from the bottom of the cabinet to the
centerline of where the vent will come through the
soft. Mark the location and use a saber saw or keyhole
saw to cut a 5¾” (14.6 cm) hole for the recirculating
grid.
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3. Place 2 spring clips into the place (see image) to secure
the charcoal lter to the metal lter.
NOTE: The charcoal lters cannot be cleaned. Filters should
be replaced every 4-6 months (depending on hood usage).
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