Dacor DHI361 Installation Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 For use with models: Part No. 101744 Rev. B ™ I s l an d o o d s DHI361 DHI421 DHI482 DHI542 DHI602 n stall at I o n n st r u ct I o n s...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
• : Keep these installation instructions for CUSTOMER future reference and the local electrical inspector’s use. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Dacor assumes no liability for changes to specifications. able of onTenTs Installation Instructions ... 7-12 Electric Service Installation ... 7 Mounting Bracket Installation ... 7 Assemble the Hood ... 7 Hanging the Range Hood ... 10 Install the Duct Work ... 10 Final Electrical Installation...11... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Information About Safety Instructions The Important Safety Instructions and warnings in these instructions are not meant to cover all possible problems and conditions that can occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, maintaining or operating this or any other appliance. Always contact the Dacor Customer Service Team about problems and conditions that you do not understand. IMPORTANT: If you smell gas: • Do not use or light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch or use any electrical devices, including the telephone, in your building. • From a neighbor’s phone, immediately call the gas supplier. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot contact the gas supplier, call the fire department. IMPORTANT: Do not store or use combustible, flammable or explosive vapors and liquids (such as gasoline) on or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Also keep items that could explode, such as aerosol cans, away from the cooktop. Do not store flammable or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets or areas (including above and below the cooktop). TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS afeTY nsTruCTions Safety Symbols and Labels Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. - Page 4 To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your range hood, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: Do not install or operate this hood if it has been damaged, dropped, has damaged electrical conduit or wires or is not working properly. If the product is damaged when received, immediately contact the dealer or builder. Use this range hood only for its intended purpose as outlined in the use and care manual. hood to vent hazardous or explosive materials or vapors. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. The customer should not install, repair or replace any part of the range hood unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. A qualified service technician should perform all other service. Contact the nearest Dacor authorized service representative at (800) 793-0093, or at www.Dacor.com for examination, repair or adjustment. Keep all packaging materials away from children. Plastic bags can cause suffocation. This range hood must be installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to these installation instructions. All installation work and electrical wiring must be performed in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with these installation instructions and the requirements specified by the manufacturer of the cooktop or range. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause serious personal injury or property damage.
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Page 5: Product Specifications
12 Vac, 20 W halogen Filters Baffle type, dishwasher safe Exhaust 8-inch Finish 430 stainless steel 120 Vac, 60 Hz (see below for current Voltage rating) Circuit 120 Vac, 15 Amp grounded, dedicated Requirement circuit, minimum MODEL SPECIFIC SPECIFICATION Blowers Lights MODEL DHI361 DHI421 DHI482 DHI542 DHI602 afeTY nsTruCTions WARNING roduCT peCifiCaTions imenSionS Tolerances: +1/16”, -0 (+1.6 mm, -0), unless otherwise stated Maximum Filters Current Draw 3.75 A 3.75 A 6.75 A * 18” 1/4 on models DHI482, DHI542 and DHI602 7.10 A... -
Page 6: Preparing For Installation
reparing for erify the ackaGe Unpack the parts box and verify that all required components have been provided. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact the dealer immediately. Do not install a damaged or incomplete appliance. Hood assembly with filter(s) Chimney assembly (2 piece) Mounting bracket Blower exhaust cowling (2 blower units only) Framework assembly (2 piece) Mounting and assembly hardware Use and care manual Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation before proceeding. nsTallaTion ontentS... -
Page 7: Planning The Location
WARNING • The electrical service to the range hood should be installed only by a licensed electrician. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning and installation. Contact your local building department for further information. • use the mounting anchors provided with the DO NOT unit. They are part of a standard mounting hardware package provided with many Dacor hoods, but not suitable for use with this model. • The range hood is heavy. To prevent personal injury and property damage caused by the hood coming loose from the ceiling, mount the hood mounting bracket only as specified below. lanninG the ocation • Carefully check the location where the hood is to be installed. The hood should be placed for convenient access. Make certain that electrical power can be provided in the selected location. • Install the range hood and cooking appliance(s) so that they can be removed if service is required. • Plan the installation so that all minimum dimensions are met or exceeded (see page 3). Dimensions shown provide minimum clearances, unless otherwise noted. Preparing the Mounting Bracket Location •... -
Page 8: Plan The Duct Work Installation
reparing for lan the WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside the house or building. Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces or garages. • Tape all duct joints securely to prevent combustion by-products, smoke or odors from entering the home. Doing so will also improve system efficiency. • Do not exhaust more than one • Use only duct work constructed of materials deemed acceptable by state, municipal and local codes. • Range hoods may interrupt the proper flow of smoke and combustion gases from furnaces, gas water heaters and fireplaces. To avoid drawing lethal gases into the home, follow the manufactures recommendation for these devices and consult NFPA and ASHRAE recommendations. • install an additional in-line or external DO NOT blower to increase the length of the duct run. Even small differences between blower air flow rates can greatly reduce the air draw by the hood. • All duct work materials (including screws and duct tape) must be purchased separately by the customer. When planning new duct work, always look for the shortest, most direct route to the outside. •... -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
nsTallaTion WARNING • Do not install the range hood unless the electrical service provided meets the range hood specifications. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning and installation. Contact your local building department for further information. • A qualified technician must complete the installation of this built-in appliance. The owner is responsible to make sure the hood is properly installed. • To avoid an electric shock hazard and property damage, locate electric wires and water pipes and avoid drilling in the vicinity. • The range hood is heavy. To prevent personal injury and property damage install the hood only as specified below. Make sure all screws used to mount and assemble the hood are tight. lectric erVice nStallation The electrical connection box must be: • Connected to a 120 Vac, 60 Hz dedicated, grounded, circuit protected by a 15 Amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. • Located a minimum of 17” (43.2 cm) above the bottom of the range hood. ountinG racket Locate the mounting bracket and position it against the ceiling at the previously determined mounting location (see page 5). - Page 10 nsTallaTion SSemBly cont Separate the bottom framework piece from the top framework piece. The top frame work piece has 5-inch slots on the the sides. The bottom piece has a series of holes on the sides. Position the bottom framework piece on top of the hood. Slide the studs on the top of the hood into the holes on the bottom of the framework piece. The cut- outs for the wiring allow the bottom framework piece to fit on only one way. If it does not fit properly, turn it 180° so that the cut-outs line up. Make sure all wiring is tucked inside the framework piece and are not pinched. FRAMEWORK BOTTOM HOOD Use eight provided lock washers and nuts to secure the bottom framework piece to the top of the hood. nsTruCTions Attach the hood junction box to the rim of the bottom framework piece using two machine screws as shown. HOOD JUNCTION 10. Attach the external motor terminal block to the rim of the bottom framework piece using two machine screws as shown. It mounts on the opposite side of the hood junction box. EXTERNAL MOTOR TERMINAL BLOCK...
- Page 11 Measure the distance from the ceiling to the cooktop. • Subtract the height at which the hood will be mounted (30” minimum) and the hood thickness (12 1/2”) from the distance measured. 12. Put the top framework piece over the bottom framework piece. The mounting slots on the top piece must be up. 13. Use four machine screws to fasten the top piece to the bottom piece. The total height of the two pieces together must equal the required framework height determined above. 14. Remove the protective plastic covering from both pieces of the chimney assembly. Do not remove the protective tape strips from the inside. They protect the telescoping pieces from scratching during installation. 15. Carefully slide both sections together so that only the vents on the top section show. 16. Hold the chimney vertically with the vents up. 17. Carefully put the chimney over the top of the framework, taking care not to scratch the surfaces. Make sure the Dacor logo faces the same side as the control panel. 18. Make sure any wires are tucked in behind the chimney and are not pinched. nsTruCTions CHIMNEY FRAMEWORK BOTTOM FRAMEWORK HOOD MOUNTING SLOTS...
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Page 12: Hanging The Range Hood
nsTallaTion anGinG the anGe WARNING • To prevent personal injury, do not rely on the mounting springs to hold the hood assembly in place on the ceiling. Once the hood is hooked in place IMMEDIATELY secure the framework to the mounting bracket as described below. Before raising the hood into position, lift it up and orient it so that the control panel faces the same direction as the front of the cooktop or range. Lift the hood assembly up on both sides and slip the end of the framework over the mounting bracket. Push up until all four mounting springs protrude out of the mounting slots on the top of the framework. Attach the framework to the mounting bracket using four self-tapping screws. nsTruCTions nStall the • Do not use screws to attach the duct work to the hood exhaust outlet. Use duct tape only. Screws may prevent the damper flaps on the top of the hood from opening. • Install the duct work system. Lift the chimney up and reach inside the framework to access the hood exhaust. Attach the duct to the hood exhaust with duct tape alone. Use sheet metal screws (not provided) and duct tape on all the remaining duct system joints. DUCT WORK THROUGH CEILING, CONNECTS TO EXHAUST OUTLET INSIDE FRAMEWORK MOUNTING... -
Page 13: Final Electrical Installation
nsTallaTion inal lectrical nStallation WARNINGS • To avoid electrical shock or fire hazard, make sure the power supply at the fuse or junction box is turned off before proceeding with final electrical installation. • Improper connection of the hood electrical wiring may create an electric shock or fire hazard and may result in damage to the hoods electrical system. • Do not ground the hood to the neutral (white) power supply wire. Connect the hood ground wire to a separate, properly grounded wire installed by a licensed electrician. Connect the house power supply wires to the wires coming out of the hood junction box, inside the chimney: Connect the white wire from the hood to the neutral (white) power supply wire. Connect the black wire from the hood to the hot (black) power supply wire. -
Page 14: Verifying Proper Operation
“+” repeatedly, three times. Verify that with each touch of the key the number of lights on the blower speed indicator increases and that the blower speed increases. Touch and hold the blower “-” key until the blower turns off. If the hood fails to operate properly: • Verify that power is supplied to the hood. • Check the electrical connections to ensure that the installation has been completed correctly. • Repeat the above test. • If the appliance still does not work, contact an authorized Dacor service company at (800) 793-0093. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Dacor is not responsible for service required to correct a faulty installation. nsTruCTions nStallation heckliSt WARNING • To ensure a safe and proper installation, the following checklist should be completed by the installer to ensure that no part of the installation has been overlooked. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the homeowner. The importance of proper installation of your Dacor range hood cannot be overemphasized. - Page 16 Dacor ● 1440 Bridge Gate Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ● Tel: (800) 793-0093 ● FAX: (626) 403-3130 ● www.Dacor.com...