Whirlpool GZ7930XHS Installation Guide - Page 12
Use and Care Information - hood
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Use and Care Information The retractable downdraft vent system is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors and odors from the cooktop area. For the best results, the vent should be operating before cooking is started. If you use large or tall utensils, place them on the large rear element or burner surface. A higher heat setting than normally used may be needed when the downdraft vent is operating. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. 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. CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP 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. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: 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 immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam explosion will result. 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 area where it is started. The fire department is being called. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit. This fan is suitable for use with solid-state speed controls. Operating downdraft vent Push and hold for a few seconds the button on top of downdraft vent. This slight delay prevents raising the vent during cleaning. Retractable section of downdraft vent will rise and blower will begin to vent. Turn knob on side of downdraft vent to adjust the setting to the amount of venting you need. The knob has infinite settings. Place cooking utensils on cooking surface and turn cooking unit on. When cooking is complete, turn cooking unit off, remove utensils from cooking surface, and push button on top of retractable downdraft vent. The blower will turn off and the retractable section of the vent will return to the closed position. 12 If a spill occurs on the cooktop that allows liquids to seep inside the downdraft, you must turn the downdraft off immediately. It is possible to cause damage to the downdraft if water is allowed inside the downdraft while it is operating. • Immediately turn OFF the downdraft at the speed control located on the right-hand side of the downdraft. • Turn OFF the power supply to the downdraft at the circuit breaker box or fuse box. • Allow plenty of time for the downdraft to dry naturally. Do not open the downdraft to remove the water. Cleaning Surface of downdraft vent: Clean with soap and water. Do Not use scouring powder or abrasive solutions. Filter or filters (depending on model): Frequently remove and clean the filters in the retractable section of the downdraft vent. This will improve the operating efficiency of the downdraft vent system. 1. Remove the filter(s) and clean them in the dishwasher or in a hot detergent solution. Do not use the downdraft vent when the filter(s) is not in place. 2. Reinstall the clean filter(s), making sure that they are pushed in as far as they will go. NOTE: Downdraft vent will not operate if filter(s) is not in proper position. If the handle(s) is not fully locked, the vent may retract but not raise back up.