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Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF Operating Instructions FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE 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 the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
Safety Instructions INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES. LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER. PRÉCAUTIONS EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ A. Ne laissez jamais sans surveillance les unités de AVERTISSEMENT – POUR cuisson de surface à une température élevée. Le ATTENTION – UNIQUEMENT À USAGE DE VENTILATION GÉNÉRALE. N’UTILISEZ JAMAIS POUR L’ÉCHAPPEMENT DE MATIÈRES ET DE VAPEURS EXPLOSIVES.
Safety Instructions Using the hood controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Switch Pad Controls (on some models) Control Knobs (on some models) ON OFF Operating Instructions LO MED HI OFF ON NITE OFF OFF LO FAN Control LIGHT Control Turn to HI, MED or LO as needed. Continuous use of the fan system while cooking helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid. It also reduces cooking odors and soiling moisture that create a frequent need for cleaning.
Replaceable charcoal filter NOTE: DO NOT rinse, or put charcoal filters in an automatic dishwasher. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order filter no. WB02X10700. Replacement filters can be ordered from your GE supplier. If the hood is not vented to the outside, the air will be recirculated through a disposable charcoal filter that helps remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filter should be replaced after 6 to 12 months (depending on hood usage).
Installation Instructions Range Hood Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN DUCTWORK REQUIREMENTS Read these instructions completely and carefully. NOTE: Read the ductwork sections only if you do not have existing ductwork. If you have existing ductwork, skip to the “Damage” section and proceed. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
Installation Instructions WORKSHEET—CALCULATE TOTAL EQUIVALENT DUCTWORK LENGTH DUCT PIECES EQUIVALENT NUMBER LENGTH x USED = TOTAL 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect., straight 1 Ft. = 7″ Round, straight 1 Ft. 6″ Round, straight 1 Ft. 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect. 90° elbow 14 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect. 45° elbow 8 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect. 90° flat elbow 33 Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect. wall cap with damper 24 Ft. (18 ft. w/o damper) x ( ) = Ft. x ( ) = Ft. 31⁄4″ x 10″ Rect.
Installation Instructions DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/INSTALLATION TOOLS YOU WILL NEED • If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to the store in which it was bought for repair or replacement. • If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or replacement is the responsibility of the customer. • If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other than the customer), repair or replacement must be made by arrangement between customer and installer.
Installation Instructions 1 CHOOSE VENT OPTION Determine the vent option that your installation will require and that is available for your model from the below choices. A IMPORTANT: If the hood is to be installed in a recirculating, non-vented, ductless manner, do not knock out any vent openings in the hood. Only an electrical access hole will be knocked out of the hood.
Installation Instructions 5 REMOVE WIRING COVER 2 REMOVE EXHAUST ADAPTOR If exhausting/venting using the 3 ⁄ ″ x 10″ rectangular duct—optional for JV247, JV248, JV338, JV347, JV348 and JV367 models only: Remove the exhaust adaptor from the inside of the hood. Set it aside along with its mounting screws. 14 Remove the wiring cover from inside the hood. Set the cover and its mounting screws aside.
Installation Instructions 8 FOR 31⁄ 4″ X 10″ RECTANGULAR 10 FOR RECESSED-BOTTOM CABINETS ONLY DUCTED DISCHARGE INSTALLATIONS ONLY: Attach exhaust adaptor/damper over the appropriate knockout opening (for vertical or horizontal, depending on installation) with two exhaust adaptor screws. Make sure damper pivot is nearest to top/back edge of hood. Remove tape from damper flap.
Installation Instructions 11 MARK HOLES C. Outside rear exhaust (Horizontal duct–31⁄ 4″ x 10″ Rectangular) Select the vent option that your installation will require and proceed to that section: • Use the diagram or the hood as a template and mark the locations on the cabinet for ductwork, electrical wiring and keyhole screw slots. A.
Installation Instructions 14 SCREW IN PART WAY 17 SECURE HOOD Drive a mounting screw (from the hardware packet) part way into each center of the narrow neck of the keyhole slots marked on the cabinet bottom. Slide the hood back against the wall. Tighten the mounting screws. Be sure the screw heads are in the narrow neck of the keyhole slot.
Installation Instructions 22 REPLACE WIRING COVER 19 INSTALL LIGHT BULB NOTE: A light bulb is not shipped with the hood. Obtain one locally. Purchase and install a type A15 incandescent light bulb with an ordinary screw base, not more than 60 Watts, or a type A17 or T2 Compact Fluorescent (CFL) light bulb with an ordinary screw base, not more than 13 Watts. NOTE: Use only incandescent bulbs in models RN328, JN327 and JV338.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
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