MONOGRAM ZVW8301SWSS 30 Wall Mounted Vent Hood Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- MONOGRAM
Table of Contents
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
30” Chimney Vent Hood
ZVW8301
MONOGRAM.COM
Safety Information
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
- IMPORTANT — Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
- IMPORTANT — Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
- Note to Installer — Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
- Note to Consumer — Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.
- Skill Level — Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.
- Completion Time — 1 to 3 Hours.
- Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.
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CAUTION Due to the weight and size of these vent hoods and to reduce the
risk of personal injury or damage to the product, TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR
PROPER INSTALLATION.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use this
range hood with any external solid-state speed control device. Any such
alteration from original factory wiring could result in damage to the unit
and/or create an electrical safety hazard. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE
ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have
any questions, contact the manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch the power off at the service
panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent the power from eing
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
MATERIALS, EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPORS.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
- Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel buming equipment to prevent back-drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards, such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code authorities. When applicable, install any makeup (replacement) air system in accordance with local building code requirements.
- When cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
- Ducted systems must always be vented to the outdoors.
- Local codes vary. Installation of electrical connections and grounding must comply with applicable codes. In the absence of local codes, the vent should be installed in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1990 or latest edition.
CAUTION To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to
duct air outside — do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or
ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces or garages.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Design Information
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES The vent hood must be installed 24″
min., and 30″ max. above the cooking surface. The hood installation height
above the cooking surface depends upon ceiling height.
The telescopic duct cover conceals the ductwork running from the top of the
hood to the ceiling. The supplied duct cover is sized to reach 8′ to 10
ceiling heights. See page 7.
ZX83012 Accessory — Duct accessory for ceiling heights of 10′ to 12′. See page
7.
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
NOTE:
Installation height should be measured from the cooking surface to the lowest
part of the hood.
This hood may be installed onto a wall and vented to the outdoors, or it can
be installed for recirculating operation. All necessary parts for
recirculating operation are supplied with the hood. No kits required.
This hood can be installed over any 30″ Monogram electric cooktop or gas
cooktop.
Installation Preparation
ADVANCE PLANNING
- Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
- Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors.
- Use the shortest and straightest duct route possible. For satisfactory performance, duct run should not exceed 100 ft. equivalent length for any duct configurations.
- Refer to “Duct Fittings” chart on page 5 to compute the maximum permissible length for duct runs to the outdoors.
- When applicable, install any makeup (replacement) air system in accordance with local building code requirements.
CAUTION To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to
duct air outside—do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings
or into attics, crawl spaces or garages.
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
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Install a wall cap with damper or roof cap at the exterior opening. Order the wall or roof cap and any transition needed in advance.
Wall Framing for Adequate Support -
This vent hood is heavy. Adequate structural support must be provided in all types of installations. The hood must be secured to vertical studs in the wall, or to a horizontal support.
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The vent hood should be on site before final framing and wall finishing. This will help to accurately locate the duct work and electrical service.
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Installation will be easier if the vent hood is installed before the cooktop and countertop are installed.
ACCESSORY DUCT COVER
This hood is shipped with a decorative duct cover for ceiling heights of 7′-11″ to 10′”. The ZX83012 duct cover accessory is available to reach ceiling heights between 101″ and 12′. The accessory should be ordered with the hood and be on site before installation begins.
POWER SUPPLY
IMPORTANT – (Please read carefully)
WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance. Follow
National electrical codes or prevailing local codes and ordinances.
Electrical supply
These vent hoods must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to an
individual, properly grounded branch circuit, and protected by a 15 or 20 amp
circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
- Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.
- If the electrical supply does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.
- Route house wiring as close to the installation location as possible, in the ceiling or back wall. Refer to Wiring Locations on page 9.
- Connect the hood wiring to the house wiring in accordance with local codes.
Grounding instructions
The grounding conductor must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system, or an equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the hood.
WARNING The improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
CAUTION Automatically Operated Device — To reduce the risk of injury
disconnect from power supply before servicing. This unit is equipped with an
integral disconnecting switch located inside the blower housing.
DUCT FITTINGS
This Hood Must Use an 8< Round Duct. It Can Transition to a 3-1/4< x 12< Duct.
Use this chart to compute maximum permissible lengths for duct runs to
outdoors.
NOTE: Do not exceed maximum permissible equivalent lengths! Maximum duct
length:100 feet for range hoods.
Flexible ducting: If flexible metal ducting is used, all the equivalent feet
values in the table should be doubled. The flexible metal duct should be
straight and smooth and extended as much as possible.
DO NOT use flexible plastic ducting.
NOTE: Any home ventilation system, such as a ventilation hood, may
interrupt the proper flow of combustion air and exhaust required by
fireplaces, gas furnaces, gas water heaters and other naturally vented
systems. To minimize the chance of interruption of such naturally vented
systems, follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s uidelines and safety
standards such as those published by NFPA and ASHRAE. When applicable, install
any makeup (replacement) air system in accordance with local building code
requirements.
Duct Piece| Dimensions| Equivalent Length*| Quantity Used| Total Equivalent
Length
---|---|---|---|---
| Round, straight| 11 ft. (per foot length)| |
| 3-1/4” x 12″ straight| 11 ft. (per foot length)| |
| 90° elbow| 17 ft.| |
| 45° elbow| 10 ft.| |
| 314″ x 12″ 90° elbow| 43 ft.| |
| 3-1/4″x 12″ 45° elbow| 26 ft.| |
| 3-1/4″x 12″ 90° flat elbow102ft.| 102 ft.| |
| 8″ round to 3-1/4” x 12″ transition| 5 ft.| |
| 8″ round to 3-1/4″ x 12″ transition 90° elbow| 6 ft.| |
| 3-1/4″x 12″ 10 8″ round transition 90° elbow| 13 ft.| |
| Round wall cap with damper| 32 ft.| |
| 3-1/4” x 12″ wall cap with damper| 75 ft.| |
| Round roof cap| 44 ft.| |
*Actual length of straight duct plus duct fiting equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces are based on actual tests conducted by GE Appliances Evaluation Engineering and reflect requirements for good venting performance with any ventilation hood.
Total Duct Run………..
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED)
- Tape measure
- Knife
- Spirit level
- Wire cutter/stripper
- Wire nuts
- Electric drill with 1/8″ and 3/8″ bits
- Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers
- Hammer
- Pliers
- Safety glasses
- Aluminized duct tape
- Tape to mount template
- Gloves to protect against sharp edges
- 120V 60Hz. 15 or 20 Amp, 2 wire with ground Properly grounded branch circuit
- Strain relief for junction cover
- 8″ round metal duct, length to suit installation
- Saw, jig saw or reciprocating saw
- Tin snips
REMOVE THE PACKAGING
CAUTION Wear gloves to protect against sharp edges.
- Remove duct covers.
- Remove the parts box and other pieces. Locate the literature package.
- Remove and properly discard the protective plastic wrapping and other packaging materials.
DETERMINE INSTALLATION HEIGHT
- Telescopic duct covers are provided to conceal the ductwork running to the ceiling.
- This hood can be installed for recirculating operation. No kits required.
NOTE: Installation height should be measured from the cooking surface to
the lowest part of the hood.
The vent hood must be installed 24″ min. and 30″ max. above the cooking
surface. The hood installation height, from the cooking surface to the bottom
of the hood, depends upon ceiling height.
ACCESSORIES
ZX83012 Accessory duct cover is available for 10 ft. to 12 ft. ceilings. This
accessory consists of one 48 7/8” long duct cover.
Wall Mount ZVW8301 Installation Heights
Actual Ceiling Height| Possible VENTED Installation Height| Possible
RECIRCULATINC Installation Heigh
---|---|---
7′-11″| 24″| 24″| SUPPLIED
8′-0″| 24″ to 25″| 24″ to 25″
8′-1″| 24″ to 26″| 24″ to 26″
8′-2″| 24″ to 27″| 24″ to 27″
81-3″| 24″ to 28″| 24″ to 28″
8′-4″| 24″ to 29″| 24″ to 29″
8′-S” to 9′-6″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
9′-7″| 25″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
9′-8″| 26″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
9′-9″| 27″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
9′-10″| 28″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
9′-11″| 29″ to 30″| 25″ to 30″
10′-0′| 30″| 26″to 30″
10,-1″| | 27″to 30″
10′-2″| 28″to 30″
101-3″| 29″to 30″
10′-4″| 30″
9′-7″| 24″| | ACCESSORY ZX83012
9′-8″| 24″ to 25″
9′-g”| 24″ to 26″
9′-10″| 24″ to 27″
9,-11″| 24″ to 28″| 24″
10′-0″| 24″ to 29″| 24″ to 25″
10,-1″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 26″
10′-2″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 27″
101-3″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 28″
10′-4″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 29″
10′-5″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
10′-6″ to 11′-6″| 24″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
11′-7″| 25″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
11′-8″| 26″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
11′-9″| 27″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
11′-10″| 28″ to 30″| 24″ to 30″
11′-11″| 29″ to 30″| 25″ to 30″
12′-0″| 30″| 26″ to 30″
CHECK INSTALLATION HARDWARE
Locate the hardware package packed with the hood and check contents.
Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION—VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE
DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS
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Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
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Locate the template packed with the literature.
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Measure 36″ from the floor to the top of the cooking surface. Add hood installation height determined on page 7. Mark that location.
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Use a level to draw a straight pencil line on the wall.
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Tape the template in position along the penciled line.
CHECK TO BE SURE THE TEMPLATE IS LEVEL.
Ceiling ducting:
If ductwork will vent straight up to the ceiling: -
Use a level to draw a line straight up, from the centerline on the template to the ceiling.
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Measure 5-1/2″ from the back wall to the centerline of an 8-1/2″ hole on the ceiling.
NOTE: If drywall is not present, add drywall thickness to the 5-1/2″ dimension.
Wall Ducting:
If ductwork will vent to the rear: -
Use a level to draw a line straight up from the centerline on the template.
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Measure at least 27-3/4″ above the pencil line that indicates the bottom installation height, to the centerline of an 8-1/2″ dia. duct hole. (Hole may be elongated for duct elbow.)
HOUSE WIRING LOCATION: -
The junction box is located on the top left side of the hood.
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Wiring should enter the back wall at least 18″ above the bottom of the hood, and within 5-1/2″ of the left side of the centerline.
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INSTALL FRAMING FOR HOOD SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of supporting 100 Ibs. If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations for the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
• Cut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs at the bracket location indicated on the template.
• Install a horizontal support at least 1″ x 6″ between two wall studs at the mounting screw location. The horizontal support must be flush with the room side of the studs. Use cleats behind both sides of the support to secure to wall studs.
IMPORTANT: Reinstall drywall for an even mounting surface. -
INSTALL HOOD MOUNTING SCREWS
The two upper mounting screws must enter the horizontal support or wall studs.
• With the template taped in place, use a punch to mark mounting bracket screw locations.
• Drill 1/8< pilot holes in 2 of the punched locations in the lower bracket.
• Remove the template.
• Install the mounting screws, leave 1/4< gap between the screw head and the wall. This will allow the keyhole slot on the hood frame to engage the screw head. IMPORTANT: Use the mounting screws provided. DO NOT USE DRYWALL SCREWS.
• Check to be sure the mounting screws are horizontally level. -
INSTALL DUCT BRACKET
The duct bracket should be installed against the back wall and flush with the ceiling. This bracket will hold the duct cover in place at the top. Secure the bracket to the wall:
• Align the diamond centerline cutout on the bracket with the penciled centerline on the wall.
• Mark 2 screw hole locations in the wall.
• Drill 1/8< pilot holes in the marked locations.
• If pilot holes do not enter wood studs, enlarge the holes to 3/8< and install metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
• If mounting directly to a masonry wall, obtain appropriate #10 masonry screw anchors. Drill and install per the fastener supplier’s instructions.
• Drive screws, by hand, into the fasteners to allow anchors to expand. Remove the screws.
• Secure the bracket to the wall with wood screws and/or fasteners. -
MOUNT THE HOOD
WARNING 2 people are required to lift and position the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Check level and mark bottom screw locations.
• Remove the hood.
• Drill 1/8< pilot holes in the marked location.
• If pilot holes do not enter studs, enlarge the holes to 3/8< and install metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
• Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Install lower screws to pull the hood tight against the wall.
• Tighten the top mounting screws. -
CONNECT DUCTWORK
• Remove shipping tape from the damper.
• Install ductwork, making connections in the direction of airflow as illustrated.
• Push duct over the exhaust outlet and damper.
• Secure joints in ductwork with sheet metal screws.
• Wrap all duct joints and the flange connections with duct tape for an airtight seal. CAUTION Do not use sheet metal screws at the hood flange connection. Doing so will prevent proper damper operation. Seal connection with tape only. -
CONNECT ELECTRICAL
Verify that power is tumed off at the source.
WARNING
• If house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground wire, a ground must be provided by the installer. When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to use U.L. approved anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
Remove the 6 screws on the junction box cover and the knockout on the top or left side.• Secure the house wiring to the junction box with a strain relief.• Connect the white lead to the branch circuit white lead.
• Connect the black lead to the branch circuit black lead.
• Connect the green/yellow lead to the branch circuit green lead or bare ground lead.
• Secure all the connections with wire nuts on each electrical connector.
• Push the wires into the junction box and replace the cover. Be sure the wires are not pinched.
• Secure the junction box cover with the 6 original screws. -
INSTALL DUCT COVERS
• Remove protective plastic covering.
• Place the decorative duct covers on top of the hood. NOTE: The inside duct piece has vent holes on one end.
The holes are intended for use when the hood is installed for recirculating purposes. Slide the inside end into the outer piece; the vent holes should not be visible in this installation.
The inside duct piece must slip into the folded ends of the outer section.• Extend the inner duct upward to the ceiling bracket.• Press up on the front corners of the filter cover panel to unlock. Lower the panel to access the filter.
• Locate the screw holes on the inside front edge of the opening. Install 2 screws to secure the duct cover to the hood. -
INSTALL FILTERS
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure that the main ON/ OFF switch next to the motor is in the ON position.• Remove protective films on the grease filters and filter cover panel.
NOTE: The charcoal filter is not required for this installation.• Tip the filter into the left or right side of the opening. Lift the filter to the opposite side and into the filter lock.
• To remove the filter, push the latch toward the center and pull downward.• To close the filter cover panel, push up on both sides at the front corners to engage the latch. -
FINALIZE INSTALLATION
• Check to be sure all tape and packaging materials have been removed.
• Refer to the Owner’’s Manual for operating instructions.
INSTALLATION—RECIRCULATING
DUCTWORK, WIRING LOCATIONS
-
Determine the exact location of the vent hood.
-
Locate the template packed with the literature.
-
Measure 36″ from the floor to the top of the cooking surface. Add hood installation height determined on page 7. Mark that location.
-
Tape the template in position along the penciled line. CHECK TO BE SURE THE TEMPLATE IS LEVEL.
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Use a level to draw a line straight up, from the centerline on the template to the ceiling.
HOUSE WIRING LOCATION: -
The junction box is located on the top left side of the hood.
-
Wiring should enter the back wall at least 18″ above the bottom of the hood, and within 5-1/2″ of the centerline.
-
INSTALL FRAMING FOR HOOD SUPPORT
IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of supporting 100 Ibs.If drywall is present, mark the screw hole locations for the top mounting brackets. Remove the template.
• Cut away enough drywall to expose 2 vertical studs at the bracket location indicated on the template.
• Install a horizontal support at least 1” x 6” betweentwo wall studs at the mounting screw location. The horizontal support must be flush with the room side of the studs. Use cleats behind both sides of the support to secure to wall studs.
IMPORTANT: Reinstall drywall for an even mounting surface. -
INSTALL HOOD MOUNTING SCREWS
The mounting screws must enter the horizontal support or wall studs.
• With the template taped in place, use a punch to mark mounting bracket screw locations.
• Drill 1/8″ pilot holes in 2 of the punched locations in the lower bracket.
• Remove the template.
• Install the mounting screws; leave 1/4″ gap between the screw head and the wall. This will allow the keyhole slot on the hood frame to engage the screw head. IMPORTANT: Use the mounting screws provided. DO NOT USE DRYWALL SCREWS.
• Check to be sure the mounting screws are horizontally level. -
INSTALL DUCT BRACKET
The duct bracket should be installed against the back wall and flush with the ceiling. This bracket will hold the duct cover in place at the top.
Install screws Secure the bracket to the wall:
• Align the diamond centerline cutout on the bracket to the penciled centerline on the wall.
• Mark 2 screw hole locations in the wall.
• Drill 1/8″ pilot holes in the marked locations.
• If pilot holes do not enter wood studs, enlarge the holes to 3/8″ and install metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
• If mounting directly to a masonry wall, obtain appropriate #10 masonry screw anchors. Drill and install per the fastener supplier’s instructions.
• Drive screws, by hand, into the fasteners to allow anchors to expand. Remove the screws.
• Secure the bracket to the wall with wood screws and/
or fasteners. -
MOUNT THE HOOD
WARNING 2 people are required to lift and position the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Check level and mark bottom screw locations.
• Remove the hood.
• Drill 1/8″ pilot holes in the marked location.
• If pilot holes do not enter studs, enlarge the holes to 3/8< and install metal wall fastener anchors (provided).
• Lift the hood onto the mounting screws.
• Install lower screws to pull the hood tight against the wall.
• Tighten the top mounting screws. -
SizE AND CUT DUCT PIECE
• Hold upper air deflector with duct connector against the ceiling.
• Measure from the bottom of the air deflector to the top of the hood as shown. Reduce that dimension by 1″ to facilitate installation. The duct will cover and overlap the deflector and the hood outlets.
• Cut the duct piece to size and slip onto the bottom of the deflector.
• Place the assembled deflector and duct over the exhaust outlet.
• Hold the assembly against the duct bracket.
• Drive 2 screws into each side of the bottom of the deflector and into the bracket.
• Use duct tape to seal duct to the deflector and at the exhaust outlet. -
CONNECT ELECTRICAL
Verify that power is tumed off at the source.
WARNING
If house wiring is not 2-wire with a ground wire, a ground must be provided by the installer. When house wiring is aluminum, be sure to use U.L. approved anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper connectors.
• Remove the 6 screws on the junction box cover and the knockout on the top or left side.• Secure the house wiring to the junction box with a strain relief. • Connect the white lead to the branch circuit white lead.
• Connect the black lead to the branch circuit black lead.
• Connect the green/yellow lead to the branch circuit green lead or bare ground lead.
• Secure all the connections with wire nuts on each electrical connector.
• Push the wires into the junction box and replace the cover. Be sure the wires are not pinched.
• Secure the junction box cover with the 6 original screws. -
INSTALL DUCT COVERS
• Remove protective plastic covering.
• Place the decorative duct covers on top of the hood. NOTE: The inside piece has vent holes on one end intended for use when the hood is installed for recirculating purposes. Be sure the vented end is at the top; the vent holes will be visible in this installation.
The inside duct piece must slip into the folded ends on the outer section.• Extend the inner duct upward to the ceiling bracket.• Press up on the front corners of the filter cover panel to unlock. Lower the panel to access the filter.
• Locate the screw holes on the inside front edge of the opening. Install 2 screws to secure the duct cover to the hood. -
INSTALL FILTERS
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure that the main ON/ OFF switch next to the motor is in the ON position.• Remove protective films on the grease filters and filter cover panel.
• Insert the black charcoal filter into the opening. Push the latch on both sides toward the center and engage the flange. Release latches to secure.• To remove the filter, push the latches toward the center and pull downward.
• Install the metal grease filter into the hood support channels directly below the charcoal filter. NOTE: The charcoal filter should not be used without the metal filter secured below.
• To close the filter cover panel, push up on both sides at the front corners to engage the latch. -
FINALIZE INSTALLATION
• Remove all tape and packing material.
• Refer to the Owner’s Manual for operating instructions.
NOTE: While performing installations described in this book, safety
glasses or goggles should be worn For Monograme local service in your area,
visit monogram.com.
NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at Monogram
Appliances. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subject to
change without notice
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