Viking VWH530121SS, VWH536121CY, VCWH53648AR, VCWH56048AR, VBCV54838 Maintance Manual

Use & Care

Professional Indoor & Outdoor Hoods

VWH53012 / CVWH53012 / VWH53612 / CVWH53612

VWH53048 / CVWH53048 / VWH53648 / CVWH53648 / VWH54248 / CVWH54248 /

VWH54848 / CVWH54848 / VWH56048 / CVWH56048

VCWH53048 / CVCWH53048 / VCWH53648 / CVCWH53648 / VCWH54248 / CVCWH54248 /

VCWH54848 / CVCWH54848 / VCWH56048 / CVCWH56048

VCIH53608 / CVCIH53608 / VCIH54208 / CVCIH54208 / VCIH55408 / CVCIH55408 / VCIH56608 / CVCIH56608

VBCV53638 / CVBCV53638 / VBCV54238 / CVBCV54238 / VBCV54838 / CVBCV54838 / VBCV56038 / VBCV56038

VWHO3678 / VWHO4878 / VWHO6078

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Your purchase of a Viking Range hood attests to the importance you place upon the quality and performance of the
major appliances you use. With minimal care, as outlined in this guide, your new hood is designed to provide you
with years of reliable service. Please take a few minutes to learn about its proper and efficient use and care.

This guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your hood’s care and operation.

Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal. If you have any questions or comments about this product, please
contact the dealer from whom you purchased it, or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1-888-845-4641.

We appreciate your choosing a Viking Range, LLC product, and hope that you will again select our products for
your other major appliance needs.

For more information about the complete and growing selection of products, visit us online at vikingrange.com in
the US or brigade.ca in Canada

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Table of Contents

Getting Started

Before Using Hood _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _______________2

Warnings ____________________________________________________________________________________3

Product Controls/Operation

Settings and Functions _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _______________5

Hood Operation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _______________5

Using Outdoor Models _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __5

Product Care

C l e a n i n g a n d M a i n t e n a n c e _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________6

B a f f l e F i l t e r s _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________6

C h a r c o a l F i l t e r s _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ____________________ 7

Hood Canopy _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ____________________ 7

E n a m e l F i n i s h _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________7

S t a i n l e s s S t e e l F i n i s h _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________7

Ductless Venting Chamber _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________7

L i g h t B u l b s _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________8

Service Information _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________9

Warranty _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ______________10

Before Using Hood

Although the hood is cleaned upon completion of the manufacturing process, you will probably need to clean your
hood again after installation. Wipe the surface of the hood with a good household cleaner applied with a soft cloth,
or stainless steel polish, depending on the finish of your hood. This will leave a protective finish on the hood.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using
your unit, observe the following:

• Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.

• Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the
heating equipment manufacturer’s 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.

• 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.

• WARNING!: To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal
ductwork.

• 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 or ceilings, or into attics, crawl
spaces, or garages.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,
observe the following:

• Use this unit only in the manner for which it is intended. If
you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.

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

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Warnings

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a
rangetop grease fire, observe the following: (Based on
“Kitchen Firesafety Tips,” published by NFPA.)

1. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitted 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 a violent steam explosion will result.

4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if

• You know it is a Class ABC extinguisher,
and you already know how to operate it.

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

• The fire department is being called.

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

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, RANGEHOODS MUST BE INSTALLED
WITH THE VENTILATORS THAT ARE SPECIFIED ON THEIR
CARTON INDICATING SUITABILITY WITH THIS MODEL.
OTHER VENTILATORS CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGETOP GREASE FIRE:

1. Never leave surface units unattended at high setting.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when cooking flaming foods. (i.e. Crepes suzette,
Cherries jubilee, Peppercorn beef flambé).

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

4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate
for the size of the surface element.

WARNING

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Getting Started

CAUTION

DO NOT place flammable material on warming shelves
when using heat lamps.

CAUTION

Do not use a porcelain cleaner or rough abrasive cleaner.

CAUTION

Accessible parts may become hot when used with cooking

appliance.

- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.

- This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appiance by a person responsible
for their safety.

CAUTION

Unplug power cords from control panel before cleaning or
servicing hood.

CAUTION

If the power to the hood is not disconnected during
cleaning, the heat sensor thermostat can cause the blower
to turn on.

Warnings

CAUTION

For general ventilating use only.

- DO NOT use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials
and vapors.

- DO NOT flambe under the hood.

CAUTION

This appliance is not to be used by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.