Venmar Signature S1 Series, Signature Series, Signature S3 Series, Signature S4 Series, Signature S2 Series Installation Instructions And User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND USER’S MANUAL

HB0019

SIGNATURE SERIES

RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL TO HOMEOWNER.

HOMEOWNER: USE AND CARE INFORMATION ON PAGE 7.

Venmar Ventilation Inc., 550 Lemire Blvd., Drummondville, Qc., Canada J2C 7W9

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.venmar-ventilation.com 04521 rev A

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by

the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer at the address or
telephone number listed in the warranty.

2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power
off at service panel and lock 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.

3. Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by qualified personnel in
accordance with all applicable codes and
standards, including fire-rated construction
codes and standards.

4. 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
manufacturer’s guidelines 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.

5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state

speed control device.

8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only steel ductwork.

9. This unit must be grounded.

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 PERSON(S)
IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:

1. 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.

2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be
burned.

3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels – This could cause a violent steam explosion.

4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
A. You know you have a Class ABC

B. The fire is small and contained in the

C. The fire department has been called.
D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published
by NFPA.

CAUTION

1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy
and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall
spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

3. Your hood motor has a thermal overload which
will automatically shut off the motor if it becomes
overheated. The motor will restart when it cools
down. If the motor continues to shut off and
restart, have the hood serviced.

4. For best capture of cooking impurities, the bottom
of the hood should be a minimum of 20” (24”
over a gas range) and a maximum of 30” above
the cooking surface.

5. Please read specification label on product for
further information and requirements.

6. To reduce the risk of fire and to properly
exhaust air on a ducted installation, be sure to
duct air outside – Do not exhaust air into spaces
within walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces,
or garage.

7. This product is equipped with a thermostat
which may start blower automatically. To reduce
the risk of injury and to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally, switch power off at
service panel and lock or tag service panel.

8. Because of the high exhausting capacity of this
hood, you should make sure enough air is
entering the house to replace exhausted air by
opening a window close to or in the kitchen.

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extinguisher and you know how to operate it.

area where it started.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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Hood

3 1/4" x 10" duct

Roof cap

Wall
cap

HH0011A

Hood

6" round duct

Roof cap

Wall
cap

3 1/4" x 10"
to 6" transition

HH0014A

Your new Signature Series range hood can be installed either with an exterior outlet
or not. In this last case, you must install your hood with a charcoal filter module (sold
separately).

Because of the large amount of models covered by this publication, the illustrations are
typical ones. Some details of your unit may be slightly different of the ones shown.

Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular
information:

WARNING

Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious
personal injuries including possibility of death.

CAUTION

Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage
the unit and/or its components.

NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
HOOD INSTALLED WITH A CHARCOAL FILTER MODULE

This module must be installed prior to proceed to the hood installation. Refer to the
installation sheet included in the charcoal filter unit kit.

TOOLS NEEDED TO INSTALL THE RANGE HOOD

- Phillips screwdriver #2 or Robertson #1

- Hammer and flat head screwdriver (to open the knockout holes)

- Sheet metal sheers (ducted installation only, for duct adjustment)

- Pair of pliers (ducted installation only, for duct adjustment)

- Scissors (to cut duct tape)

- Pen

1. INSTALL DUCTWORK

Plan where and how the ductwork will be installed.
Install proper-sized ductwork, elbow(s) and roof or wall cap for the type of blower you

are installing. If using 6’’ (150 mm) round ducts, use a transition. Use 2’’ (50 mm) duct tape
to seal duct joints.

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2. MEASURE INSTALLATION

HO0002

2-3/8''

Dimensions for the most common installations are shown below.

We recommend to install the hood at a minimum of 20” (508 mm) from an
electric range and at 24” (610 mm) from a gas range.

For optimal performance, the hood should not be installed more than 30” (762 mm)
from cooktop.

Cabinets

HH0013A

Cabinets

Hood

20" minimum
clearance
(24" for gas)

Standard 36" h.
cook top

HH0012A

Hood

30" maximum
clearance

Standard 36" h.
cook top

3. PREPARE THE INSTALLATION

Make sure that the following items are included:

-Hood

-Filters

-Bag of parts including :
(1) wire clamp, (5) 1/2’’ double thread screws, (2) wire connectors and (6) 1/2’’ screws

-Adapter/damper assembly 3-1/4’’ x 10’’ (located inside the hood, under the cover)
ts sold separately:

Par

- Appliance bulbs (40W maximum, A15 model)

- Transition 3-1/4”x 10” to 6”round (optional, for ducted installation only)

NOTE: If the bottom of the cupboard is recessed, attach wood strips (not included),

as shown below, to be able to properly install the range hood (A) or charcoal
filter unit to the cabinet (B).

A

B

HD0033

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