Wolf Ctwh36, Ctwh30 Owner's Manual

C OOKTOP V ENTILATION H OODS

USE &CARE INFORMATION

CONTENTS

Introducing Wolf Cooktop Ventilation Hoods 3
Safety Instructions & Precautions 4
Wolf Cooktop Ventilation Hood Features 6
Wolf Cooktop Ventilation Hood Use & Care 8
Wolf Cooktop Ventilation Hood Accessories 12
Troubleshooting Guide 13
Service Information 14
Wolf Warranty 15

WOLF®is a registered trademark of Wolf Appliance Company, LLC

As you read this Use & Care Information,
take particular note of the CAUTION and

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This information is important for safe and

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INTRODUCING WOLF COOKTOP VENTILATION HOODS

THANK YOU

Your purchase of a Wolf cooktop ventilation
hood attests to the importance you place upon

he quality and performance of your cooking

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equipment. We understand this importance
and have designed and built your ventilation

ood with quality materials and workmanship

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to give you years of dependable service.

We know you are eager to start cooking, but
before you do, please take some time to read
this Use & Care Information. Whether you are
a beginning cook or an expert chef, it will be
to your benefit to familiarize yourself with the
safety practices, features, operation and care
recommendations of the Wolf cooktop
ventilation hood.

We appreciate your choice of a Wolf Appli­ance product and welcome any suggestions
or comments you may have. To share your
opinions with us, please call 800-332-9513.

CONTACT
INFORMATION

Wolf Customer
Service:
800-332-9513

Website:
wolfappliance.com

Your Wolf ventilation hood is protected by a
warranty that is one of the finest in the
industry. Take a moment to read the warranty
statement on page 15 and refer to it should
service become necessary.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS

WHAT TO DO

IMPORTANT NOTE: Read all
instructions before using this
appliance.

Read this Use and Care Information
carefully

ventilation unit to reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock or injury to
persons.

Use this unit only in the manner
intended by Wolf Appliance
Company.

contact us at 800-332-9513.

Before servicing or cleaning unit,
switch power off

and lock the service disconnecting
means to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means can not
be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.

Installation work and electrical
wiring must be done by qualified
person(s)

applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction
codes and standards.

Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases

through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back­drafting
equipment manufacturer’s guideline
and safety standar
published by the National Fir
Pr

otection Association (NFPA), the
American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local
code authorities.

before using your new

If you have questions,

at service panel

in accordance with all

. Follow the heating

ds such as those

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Ducted fans must always be vented
to the outdoors.

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

This unit must be grounded.
To avoid motor bearing damage

noisy and/or unbalanced impellers,
keep drywall spray, construction
dust, etc. off power unit.

For maximum ventilation capability,

the bottom of the hood should be a
minimum of 24" (610) and maximum
of 30" (762) above the countertop.

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

Two installers are recommended

because of the large size and weight
of this hood.

Your hood motor has a thermal
overload which will automatically
shut off the motor if it becomes
overheated.

when it cools down. If the motor
continually shuts off and restarts,
contact an authorized Wolf service

ovider

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Do not use abrasive or caustic
cleaners or deter

appliance as these may cause
permanent damage.

To reduce the risk of fire and
properly exhaust air, be certain
to duct air outside. Do not vent
exhaust air into spaces within
walls or ceilings or into attics,
crawl spaces or garages.

The motor will restart

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WHAT NOT TO DO

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock,

do not use this hood with an

additional speed control device.

For general ventilating use only.

Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.

Avoid using food products that
produce flames

under the wall hood

or island hood.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY
TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF
A GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:

Smother flames with a close­fitting lid, baking sheet or other
metal tray
burner. Be careful to prevent
burns. If the flames do not go out
immediately, evacuate and call
the fir

Do not use water, including wet
dish cloths or towels – a violent
steam explosion will result.

, then turn off the gas

e department.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP
GREASE FIRE:

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.

Always turn hood ON when cooking
at high heat

or when cooking

flaming foods.

Clean ventilating fans frequently.

Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan or filter.

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

USE AN EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF:

You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher

and you already know

how to operate it.
The fire is small and contained in

the ar

ea wher

e it started.

The fire department is being called.
You can fight the fire with your back

to an exit (NFPA Fire Safety Tips).

Never pick up a flaming pan –
you may be burned.

Dimensions in parentheses are in
millimeters unless otherwise specified.

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