Frigidaire Ventilation Hood HV2730B User Manual

MODELS HV2730B & HV2736B  
DOWNDRAFT BLOWER SYSTEM  
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS, 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 immedi  
ately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.  
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.  
Ifyouhavequestions,contactthemanufacturerattheaddress  
or telephone number in the warranty.  
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.  
2. 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, securely fasten a  
prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.  
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels  
- a violent steam explosion will result.  
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:  
1.You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you  
already know how to operate it.  
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a  
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes  
and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and  
standards.  
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.  
a Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by NFPA.  
12. This unit must be grounded  
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting  
of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel-burning equip-  
ment to prevent backdrafting 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.  
CAUTION  
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage  
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.  
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust  
hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.  
6. Do not use this unit with an additional speed control device.  
7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.  
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.  
2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced  
impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off  
power unit.  
9. Do not install this product with the activating switch directly  
behind a burner or element. Minimum distance between the  
switch and the edge of the burner should be 4 inches.  
3. Clean filters and grease-laden surfaces frequently.  
4. Do not repair or replace any part of this appliance unless  
specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing  
should be done by a qualified technician.  
10.Loose-fitting or hanging clothing should never be worn when  
operating this appliance. They may be ignited by burners/  
elements on cooktop.  
5. Please read specification label on product for further informa-  
tion and requirements.  
11.Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area  
where this appliance is in use.  
PLANNING  
12.When flaming foods, turn the blower OFF. An operating  
blower may spread the flames.  
TYPICAL INSTALLATION  
This downdraft blower system is  
COUNTER  
TOP  
CHIMNEY TOP  
designed to be used to exhaust  
airborne contaminants when  
cooking with a variety of gas or  
electric cooktops. It can be  
mounted in island, peninsula, or  
conventional wall locations.  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:  
COOK TOP  
1. 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.  
AIR  
VENT  
GEAR  
MOTOR  
COVER  
2. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when  
cooking flaming foods.  
This unit can be easily installed  
following these basic steps:  
BLOWER  
BOX  
3. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be  
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.  
Cut out the countertop  
opening.  
120 VAC  
GOUNDED  
OUTLET  
4. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for  
the size of the surface element.  
Mount the unit in the  
cabinet.  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE  
EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE  
FOLLOWINGa:  
Connect the ductwork  
and electrical.  
3-1/4" X 10"  
DUCT CONNECTOR  
Install the cooktop.  
INSTALLER: Save this manual for Electrical Inspector and Homeowner to use.  
HOMEOWNER: Use and Care Information on Page 5.  
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PREPARATION  
CUT COUNTERTOP OPENING  
1. Lay out and cut the cooktop cut-out far enough FORWARD  
so downdraft will fit behind it.  
CHANGING BLOWER DISCHARGE (Optional)  
2. Set cooktop in place and slide it as far forward as possible.  
Center and square it with edges of countertop.  
The blower is shipped with its discharge facing DOWN. Follow  
these steps ONLY if:  
the position of the blower discharge needs to be moved so  
ductwork does not interfere with floor joists, plumbing or  
wiring below.  
it is necessary to rotate the blower discharge to the RIGHT  
or LEFT.  
Place the unit on its back on a table or work surface.  
DOWN DISCHARGE - MOVING BLOWER LEFT OR RIGHT  
SHEET  
METAL  
BLOWER  
NUTS  
SCREW  
CLAMP  
CHANNEL  
3. Place the plastic template against the back flange of the  
cooktop and center it. Trace around template to mark the  
downdraft opening.  
4. Remove cooktop from countertop.  
5. Cut downdraft opening. Be careful not to chip edges of  
countertop.  
BOTTOM  
FLANGE  
1. Loosen the 4 nuts and 2 clamp channels.  
2. Slide blower to desired position.  
3. Use supplied cover plate to close open space (if any).  
4. Tighten nuts to secure top of blower and use sheet metal  
screws through bottom flange to secure bottom of blower.  
MOUNT THE UNIT  
MOUNTING SCREWS  
LEFT OR RIGHT DISCHARGE  
LEVELING BRACKET -  
FLANGE FACING OUT  
BLOWER  
NUT  
MOTOR  
PLUG  
CL
CH
LEVELING BRACKET  
FLANGE FACING IN  
-
SHEET  
METAL  
SCREW  
VER PLATE  
1. Set downdraft into opening. Extend leveling brackets to floor  
of cabinet so downdraft sits straight. (Note: Leveling brackets  
can be removed and re-attached in other positions. Bottom  
flange may have to face inward in tight cabinet installations.)  
1. Remove the 4 nuts and 2 clamp channels.  
2. Carefully lift blower and disconnect motor plug if necessary.  
Reposition blower and RECONNECT MOTOR PLUG.  
2. Secure the downdraft to the countertop as follows: Hold the  
downdraft against the back of countertop cut-out and tighten-  
ing the 2 mounting screws (one on each end of unit) on  
underside of countertop. Use a wood shim between screw  
and underside of granite countertops.  
3. Use supplied cover plate to close open space (if any).  
4. Replace clamp channels and use nuts to secure the blower  
in its new position.  
5. Use sheet metal screws through bottom flange to secure  
bottom of blower.  
3. Screw leveling brackets to bottom of cabinet. Tighten screws  
holding leveling bracket to unit on each side.  
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INSTALL DUCTWORK  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
CAUTION-BEFORECUTTINGHOLEINCABINETFORDUCT-  
WORK: Check for interference with floor joists, wall studs,  
electrical wiring or plumbing.  
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BLOWER è  
3-1/4" X 10"  
TO 6" RD.  
TRANSITION  
COLLAR  
SCREWS  
6" RD.  
ELBOW &  
DUCTWORK  
INSTALL COOKTOP  
1. Align the cooktop with the downdraft and fasten cooktop in  
place.  
Note: Accurate alignment of cooktop and downdraft is necessary  
to ensure that there is no interference when air vent is raised and  
lowered. There should be a gap of 1/32"-1/16" between the back  
of the cooktop and the front of the downdraft cover.  
1. Cut hole in cabinet as well as holes in wall or floor as  
necessary.  
2. Mount the roof or wall cap and work back towards the cabinet,  
attaching all ductwork, elbows and transitions as previously  
planned. Tape all ductwork connections to make them secure  
and air tight.  
ADJUSTMENT  
The downdraft is factory-adjusted for proper operation. How-  
ever, shipping and handling may affect the position of the  
activating switch.  
3. Connect ductwork (and transition, if required) to downdraft. If  
necessary, LOOSEN nuts and screws that hold the blower in  
place, and slide blower left or right to meet ductwork. Re-  
tighten screws and nuts.  
To adjust position of activating switch:  
Note: A 3-1/4" x 10" collar is provided for installers who prefer to  
rivet the ductwork to the unit. This will allow blower to be removed  
and replaced easily in service situations without disturbing  
ductwork.  
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical  
shock, personal injury or death -  
Disconnect electrical power.  
INSTALL ELECTRICAL WIRING  
1. If downdraft is plugged into electrical outlet, unplug it.  
2. Lift air vent straight up and cock it slightly so it remains in the  
UP position.  
1. Mount a standard wiring box, with 3-pronged receptacle,  
inside the cabinet. Make sure the downdraft’s power cord can  
easily reach it.  
SWITCH  
MEMBRANE  
2. Run appropriate power cable into cabinet and connect it to  
receptacle.  
SCREWS  
3. Plug the downdraft’s power cord into the outlet.  
SWITCH  
COVER  
SWITCH  
BRACKET  
3. Remove switch cover from right end of air vent.  
4. Loosen the 2 screws holding the switch bracket in place.  
Position switch bracket so that activating switch just comes in  
contact with underside of switch membrane. Tighten screws.  
5. Replace switch cover, gently lower air vent into chimney, and  
plug in power cord. Re-connect electrical power and check  
operation.  
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USE AND CARE  
Always turn the downdraft blower on before you begin cooking to  
establish an air flow in the kitchen. Let the blower run for a few  
minutes to clean the air after you turn the cooktop off. This will  
keep the whole kitchen cleaner and brighter.  
USE AND CARE - (Continued)  
CLEANING  
WARNING: Always disconnect electric  
power supply before cleaning unit.  
Use a mild detergent suitable for painted surfaces. DO NOT USE  
ABRASIVE CLOTH, STEEL WOOL PADS, OR SCOURING  
POWDERS. Vacuum blower to clean. Do not immerse blower in  
water.  
CONTROLS  
Wash the 2 aluminum grease filters in a mild detergent solution  
or a dishwasher. Remove them from the air vent by grasping the  
tab at the top of each filter.  
Note: The filters are different sizes. Be sure to replace them as  
removed, (wider one on the left), with tabs UP.  
Turn the downdraft blower ON by pressing down on the activating  
switch. The air vent will rise.  
KNOB  
SERVICING  
WARNING: Always disconnect electric  
power supply before servicing unit.  
The blower can be turned ON or OFF and its speed can be  
adjusted with the recessed knob on the right side of the air vent.  
It may be necessary to remove the downdraft blower system  
from the cabinet in order to service components such as the  
blower motor or air vent mechanism.  
Disconnect power to the cooktop and remove it first. Reverse the  
steps under “MOUNT THE UNIT” to remove the downdraft from  
the cabinet.  
Service parts are available from your dealer or from Frigidaire  
Company Customer Relations Department, P.O. Box 7181,  
Dublin, OH 43071.  
Turn the downdraft blower OFF by pressing the activating switch  
again. The air vent will go down and the blower will shut OFF.  
Note: For most convenient operation, set the blower to your  
favorite speed. The blower will come on to this speed whenever  
the activating switch is pressed and the air vent rises.  
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FRIGIDAIRE RANGE WARRANTY  
Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty  
WARRANTY  
PERIOD  
FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED  
SERVICERS, WILL:  
THE CONSUMER WILL BE  
RESPONSIBLE FOR:  
FULL ONE-YEAR  
WARRANTY  
Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL  
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER.*  
One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this  
purchase date.  
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or  
workmanship.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
(Applicable to the  
State of Alaska)  
Time period listed above.  
All of the provisions of the full warranty above and the  
exclusions listed below apply.  
Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any  
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance  
required because of service.  
Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Home Products, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to  
any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Home Products  
Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.  
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed  
below:  
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.  
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance  
with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.  
*NORMAL  
RESPONSIBILITIES  
OF THE CONSUMER  
3. Properconnectiontoagroundedpowersupplyofsufficientvoltage, replacementofblownfuses, repairoflooseconnections  
or defects in house wiring.  
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not  
a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.  
5. Damages to finish after installation.  
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
EXCLUSIONS  
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM  
ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or  
exclusion may not apply to you.  
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary  
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.  
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than  
Frigidaire Home Products Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such  
as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.  
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.  
Keepyourbillofsale, deliveryslip, orsomeotherappropriatepaymentrecord. Thedateonthebillestablishesthewarranty period  
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty  
gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this warranty must be  
obtained by following these steps, in order:  
IF YOU NEED  
SERVICE  
1. Contact Frigidaire Home Products Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.  
2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, call or write our Consumer Relations Department at:  
Frigidaire Home Products Consumer Relations  
P.O. Box 212378  
Augusta, Georgia 30917-2378  
(800) 944-9044  
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by  
White Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.  
99041984L  
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