Thermador VM410 User Manual

PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PR OCEEDING.

INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL CODES.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

CAUTION: 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 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,

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

HOOD VENTILATOR VM410

securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service
panel.

C. Installation work and electrical
wiring must be done by qualified per­sons 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), 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 – TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL
DUCT WORK.

H. This appliance has a polararized
plug (one blade wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this plug is intended to fit in a polarized
outlet one way. If the plug does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature.

WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE:

A. 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.

B. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when cooking flaming foods.

C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

D. 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:

A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL
TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.

B.

NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN

C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or

towels – a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

1) You have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already
know how to operate it.

2) The fire is small and contained in the area where it
started.

3) The fire department is being called.

4) You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

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– You may be burned.

RECOMMENDED FOR USE OVER CONVENTIONAL DOMESTIC GAS AND

FIGURE 1

ELECTRIC RANGES AND COOKTOPS.
I FOR USE WITH H/HB/HT HOOD SERIES:

7-1/2"

1. Remove the Z-shaped bracket from the VM410 ventilator and discard.

Longer Bracket
(Provided with
H/HT Hoods)

2. Remove the blower mounting bracket from the VM410 and replace with a longer
bracket provided with the hood. (See Fig.1).

3. Insert one end of the blower mounting bracket into the ventilator mounting
channel located in the rough-in plate, and slip the other end of the bracket into
the well stud (located in the rough-in plate) and tighten it with the flange nut
(provided with the hood). (See Fig. 2).

4. Plug the ventilator cord into the receptacle located inside the hood assembly.

5. Attach the transition (3-1/4" x 10") to the top of the rough-in plate, using the two
shipping screws. Seal all joints between the rough-in plate and the transition with
duct tape.

II FOR USE WITH H55/H64/H65 AND VCH3/ VCH8 / VCH9:

This ventilator unit designed to be used with Thermador “Designer II” Kitchen Exhaust
Hood H55, Thermador “Masterpiece “ Kitchen Exhaust H64, H65, Ventilator Control
Housings VCH8 or VCH9, Thrustpower II Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, and VCH3 Ventilator
Control Housing.

Remove hanger rod from ventilator unit (taped to bracket) and attach to inside top of hood
housing. Locate hanger rod in correct position for particular ventilator and food
combination being installed. Follow instruction label inside housing.

8"

12-3/4"

FIGURE 2
H/HB/HT HOOD SERIES

FIGURE 3 – VERTICAL DISCHARGE

Backdraft
Damper

Flange

Grommet

Hanger
Rod

Channel

•

VM410

Hex Nut

Your New VM410 Hood Ventilator is shipped from the factory with the scroll bracket set

Ventilator

up for vertical discharge (Fig. 3). It is easily converted for horizontal discharge (Fig. 4) for
all models except the H55 Hood, VCH8 and VCH9 control housings which are designed
for vertical discharge only. When converting to horizontal, the scroll bracket must be

Scroll
Bracket

Wing Nut

Washer

Flange

reversed as shown in Fig. 4. Install ventilator into housing by placing flange on edge of
ventilator discharge into channel at rear of housing discharge opening. Pivot Ventilator
upward until hanger rod snaps into slot of scroll bracket. Be sure that wing nut and washer
are securely tightened.

Motor cord plugs into receptacle on hood control housing. Motor grounded to blower
thru green ground wire.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Disconnect ventilator plug from hood housing before servicing.

2. For maximum ventilator efficiency, clean filters in hood regularly. Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on hood or ventilator surfaces.

3. Clean lint and grease from ventilator blades at regular intervals. Clean entire unit with
damp cloth. Be sure no water enters motor as this can cause damage.

Thermador reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. Thermador is not
responsible for products which are transported from the United States for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer.
Thermador, 5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649.

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5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 • 800/735-4328

ECO 71532 • 19-10-273L • © 1998 Thermador Corporation • Litho U. S. A. 8/99

FIGURE 4 – HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE

(not for Models H55, VCH8 or VCH9)

Grommet

Hanger
Rod

Scroll
Bracket

Flange

Wing Nut

3-3/4"

Ventilator

Washer

➛

Flange

Channel

➛

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