Zephyr AK6500, AK6542, AK6536, AK2500, AK2536 Use, Care And Installation Manual
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a. Installation worka nd electrical wiring must be done by qualified person (s) in
accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Including fire-rated construction.
b. Sufficient air is needed for power 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 teh National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code
authorities.
c. When cuttig or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
d. Ducted fans must always vent to the outdoors.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
CAUTION
To reduce risk of fire and to proerly exhaust air outside - Do not vent exhaust air into
soaces within walls, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK, THIS FAN MUST BE INSTALLED WITH AN
ISOLATING WALL CONTROL/SWITCH.
OPERATION
Always leave safety grills and filters in place. WIthout these components, operating
blowers could catch onto hair, fingers and loose clothing.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of failure to observer the
instructions given here for installation, maintenance and suitable use of the product.
The manufacturer further declines all responsibility for injury due to negligence and
the warranty of the unit automatically expires due to improper maintenance.
*NOTE: Please check www.zephyronline.com for revisions before doing any custom
work.
Read all Instructions before Installing and operating this appliance
Important Safety Notice
Use, Care and Installation Guide
Read and save these instructions
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE CONTROL DEVICE.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE< ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVCE THE FOLLOWING:
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 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.
CAUTION
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust cigarette ashes, hazardous
or explosive materials and vapors.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE REISK OF 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 flambeing food (ie:
Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe)
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.
MODEL: AK6500, AK6536, AK6542, AK2500, AK2536
Rev:0605
Read all Instructions before Installing and operating this appliance
Use, Care and Installation Guide
INSTALLATION
SPECIFICATIONS
7-5/8"
22-1/4"
30"
36"
42"
TOP VIEW
9"
1-1/8"
1"
6-5/8"
Elec K.O.
TOP VIEW
9"
1-1/8"
1"
10"
6-5/8"
3-1/4"
REAR VIEW
7-5/8"
10"
CL
3-1/4"
3/4"
Elec K.O.
INSTALLATION
DUCTING
NEVER exhaust air or terminate duct work into spaces between walls, crawl spaces, ceiling,attics or
garages. All exhaust must be ducted to the outside.
Use metal ductwork only.
Fasten all connections with sheet metal screws and tape all joints w/ certified Silver Tape or Duct Tape.
Some Ducting Options:
WARNING FIRE HAZARD
Side wall cap
w/ gravity damper
Side wall cap
w/ gravity damper
Soffit or crawl space
Roof Pitch w/
Flashing & Cap
Rear Ducting
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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING THE RANGEHOOD
1. This range hood is mounted under a
kitchen cabinet unit.
2. Select preferred duct location on rear or
top of unit. (See page 6 & 7 for ducting
conversion options)
3. Begin installation by temporarily
unscrewing and removing the bottom
splash panel.
4. Reinforce cabinet base with 1x2 wood
strips if additional strengthening is
required.
5. Temporarily position the range hood in
the desired mounting location.
Measure and mark the mounting holes,
duct and electrical access locations with
a pencil.
6. Drill/cut out the required openings for
duct and electrical access; make sure the
duct opening is large enough to apply
duct tape.
7. Fasten hood onto cabinet with screws
and washers provided.
8. Install electrical.
9. Install duct work and duct-tape.
10. Reinstall the bottom splash panel.
11. Power up hood and check for leaks
around duct-tape.
INSTALLATION
MOUNTING THE RANGEHOOD
ELECTRICAL
All Electrical work must by performed by qualified electrician or person with similar technical
know how and background.
For personal safety, remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation.
Do not use extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance.
Follow National electrical codes or prevailing local codes and ordinances.
Electrical Supply:
This appliance requires a 120V 60Hz electrical supply., and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 ampere circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Wiring
must be 2 wire w/ ground. Please also refer Electrical Diagram labeled on product.
Cable Lock:
A cable locking connector (not supplied) might also be required by local codes. Check with local
requirements and codes, purchase and install appropriate connector if necessary.
Cable Lock
WARNING
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duct/silver
tape
6. Duct
opening
cutout
4. Add 1x2
wood strips
3. Splash
bottom panel
INSTALLATION
CONVERTIBLE OPTIONS
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INSTALLATION
CONVERTIBLE OPTIONS
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This range hood is equipped with the option of a 6” vertical discharge, 3 1/4”x10” vertical discharge,
or
3 1/4”x10” rear discharge. Additional accessories are provided to convert to either of the above
discharge
methods.
Convertible
Options
Vertical discharge 6” round
Vertical discharge 3 1/4”x10”
Horizontal
rear discharge 3 1/4”x10”
Convertible
Accesories
Round
transition adapter
Rectangular
transition adapter
Rectangular
rear cap (pre-mounted)
3 1/4”x10” starting collar
3 1/4”x10” Vertical Discharge
1. Remove pre-mounted 6” transition ada pter or duct
opening
.
3. Mount the 3-1/4”x10” starting collar on top of
transition
piece with remaining screws.
2. Place rectangular transition adapter as shown
by
first installing 4 screws on half round
section.
3 1/4”x10” Rear Discharge
1. At rear of range hood, remove all screws on premounted
rear rectangular cap and remove plate.
6. Mount starting collar (provided) at rear discharge.
5. Mount rectangular plate (previously removed) on
top
of
transition adapter.
4. Mount rectangular transition piece to top
opening as shown.
2. Remove top pre-mounted transition piece.
3. Remove 2 a ir diverter blocks th rough top
opening as shown.
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