BROAN PM400SS (01) PDF Document

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 the BROAN PM400SS, switch power off at the 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.

• 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.

• Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the heating equipment 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.

• When cutting or drilling into a wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

• Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

• Do not use this unit with any separate solid-state speed control device.

• To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.

• This unit must be grounded.

• When installing, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.

To reduce the risk of a range top grease fire:

A. 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.

B. Always turn the BROAN PM400SS ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filter.

D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.

In the event of a range top grease fire, observe the following:

1. 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.

2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be burned.

3. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels – a violent steam explosion will result.

4. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

A. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already know how to operate it.

B. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.

C. The fire department is being called.

D. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

• For indoor residential use only.

• 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.

• Take care when using cleaning agents or detergents.

• Avoid using food products that produce flames under the Range Hood.

• For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

• To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off the power unit.

• Your hood motor has a thermal overload which will automatically shut off the motor if it becomes overheated. The motor will restart when it cools down. If the motor continues to shut off and restart, have the hood serviced.

• The bottom of the hood MUST NOT BE LESS than 24″ and recommended at a maximum of 30″ above the cooktop for best capture of cooking impurities.

• Use only with range hood cord connection kits that have been investigated and found acceptable for use with this model range hood.

• Please read the specification label on the product for further information and requirements.

• Measuring tape

• Phillips screwdriver no. 2

• Nut driver or socket 3/8″

• Flat blade screwdriver (to open knockout holes)

• Saw (to cut holes in cabinet)

• Sheet metal shears

• Pliers

• Metal foil duct tape

• Scissors (to cut metal foil duct tape)

• Pencil

• Wire stripper

• 2 Appropriate wire nuts

• Strain relief, 7/8″ diameter (to secure house wiring cable to the hood)

• Liner (optional)

Before proceeding with the installation, check the contents of the box. Make sure the following items are included:

• (1) Grease Filter

• (1) 6″ Round Damper Assembly

• (1) 3¼” x 10” Damper Assembly (Attached to one side of the unit)

• Cabinet Brackets (Attached to the back of the unit)

• (1) Parts Bag containing:

• (4) No. 8-18 x 1/4″ Metal Screws

• (4) No. 8-32 x 1/4″ Metal Screws

• (8) No. 8-15 x 5/8″ Rd. Hd. Wood Screws

• (4) No. 6-18 x 3/4″ Truss Head Wood Screws

NOTE: To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.

1. Decide where the ductwork will run between the powerpack insert and the outside.

2. The ducting from this fan to the outside of the building has a strong effect on the air flow, noise, and energy use of the fan. Use the shortest, straightest duct routing possible for best performance, and avoid installing the fan with smaller ducts than recommended. Insulation around the ducts can reduce energy loss and inhibit mold growth. Fans installed with existing ducts may not achieve their rated airflow. Refer to the table below to help you plan the most efficient installation.

3. Install a wall cap or roof cap (sold separately). Connect metal ductwork to the cap and work back towards the powerpack insert location. Use 2” metal foil duct tape to seal the joints between ductwork sections.

BROAN PM400SS: MAXIMUM DUCT LENGTH RECOMMENDED TO ACHIEVE 80% EXHAUST EFFICIENCY

*Standard elbows with 1″ internal radius.

For installations where the BROAN PM400SS unit is less than 30″ above the cooktop, the powerpack insert should be mounted into a metal liner to protect cabinetry combustible material from heat, in order to meet building code requirements. This will allow easier cleaning and provide protection to the cabinetry. Refer to the table below to find the liner model corresponding to the cabinet style and width.

WARNING: The cabinet must be secured to wall studs or other wooden framework behind the drywall to support the weight of this unit. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the countertop or cooktop.

1. Cut a hole in the bottom of the cabinet, using the dimensions A = 10¼” (all units) and B = 19 9/16″ (PM400SS). If installing with an optional liner, use it as a template to cut the hole.

2. For PM400SS unit only: Where needed, install the metal liner.

3. Measure the remaining material of the cabinet bottom sides (C). If it is 1/4″ or more, there is no need to use the cabinet brackets. Proceed to installing the unit.

4. When there is less than 1/4″ remaining material (C), carefully remove those strips. Measure the cabinet inner width (D). Refer to the table below to see which cabinet bracket edge configuration must be used.

5. Pay attention to the Ease of Install hooks location on the unit (8¼” from front flange). Measure and mark the position of the Ease of Install hooks (E) on both cabinet side walls.

6. Install the cabinet brackets as follows:

• Align the bracket flush with the bottom of the right cabinet side panel, with the hooks marked position (E) between the bottom embossed holes. For the narrow edge configuration, trace a line on the top of the bracket. For wide edge configuration, trace a line at the bottom of the central slots.

• Lift the bracket flush with the marked line. Assemble the bracket to the cabinet side panel using 2 no. 8 x 5/8″ wood screws (included in parts bag) through the upper holes. NOTE: Do not use the embossed holes to attach the bracket to the cabinet.

• Repeat steps for the left cabinet side panel.

7. Measure the distance between both bottom bracket edges (F). The table below shows the appropriate distance needed.

If the measured distance needs to be shortened, screw two no. 8-32 x 1/4″ machine screws in each bottom embossed cabinet brackets hole; this will slightly bend the bottom part of the brackets. Screw both brackets until the appropriate distance is obtained.

1. Cut a hole for the horizontal exhaust through the back wall of the cabinet using the dimensions: 5¼” from center on both sides, 3½” high, and ¾” from the cabinet bottom.

2. Unplug the blower cable from its connector on the faceplate. Disassemble the faceplate from the unit by removing its 4 retaining screws (two per side). Set aside the faceplate along with its screws.

3. Remove the 4 screws (two per side) retaining the blower support plate to the top of the unit. Carefully lift out and set aside the blower with its support plate.

4. From inside the unit, detach the back plate by removing its two retaining nuts using a 3/8″ diameter socket. Set aside the nuts and plate.

5. Install the back plate on top of the unit, where the blower support plate was. Orient the holes nearby the corners towards the back of the unit. Assemble to the top of the unit using the 4 screws previously removed in step 3.

1. For rectangular ducting, use 2 included no. 8-18 x 1/4″ metal screws to attach the included 3¼” x 10″ adapter damper on top of the unit, over the blower exhaust opening. NOTE: The damper hinge must be towards the front of the unit.

2. For round ducting, use 4 included no. 8-18 x 1/4″ metal screws to attach the included 6-in. round adapter damper on top of the unit, over the blower exhaust opening. NOTE: The damper hinge must be parallel to the sides of the unit.

1. Run house power cable between the service panel and unit location. Stub out a 2-foot length of power cable inside the cabinet. Insert the power cable in the unit through the 7/8″ diameter strain relief previously installed.

2. Insert the unit in the cabinet, until you feel a ‘click’ from both sides of the unit, confirming that the Ease of Install Hooks rest on the top of the cabinet bottom sides or cabinet brackets. Move the unit from left to right, from rear to front and up to ensure the Ease of Install Hooks are retaining the unit inside the cabinet. NOTE: The unit will be protruding below the cabinetry until tightened.

3. Lift the unit until contact is made between the unit flange and cabinet. Secure the unit to the cabinet using 4 no. 8 x 5/8″ wood screws included in the parts bag (2 screws per side). Use upper or lower holes.

WARNING: The Ease of Install Hooks TEMPORARILY hold the unit in place. The unit MUST BE secured to the cabinet using the included 4 screws.

WARNING: Never use this unit as a shelf.

If, for any reason, the unit has to be removed from the cabinet, it is possible to disengage the Ease of Install Hooks. To do so, while holding and pushing on one side of the unit, lift simultaneously Ease of Install Hooks levers (1 and 2) in the other side of the unit until the hooks are retracted.

1. From inside the unit, slide the 3¼” x 10″ adapter/damper in the horizontal duct, then attach it to the unit using aluminum duct tape all around the joint. Ensure the damper opens as shown in the damper side view.

2. Insert the blower with its support plate inside the unit, where the back plate was initially. Attach it to the unit using the 2 nuts previously removed.

3. Reinstall and secure the faceplate on the unit using its 4 retaining screws (two per side). Plug the blower cable to its connector on the faceplate.

For Vertical Ducted Installation:

Use 6-in. round or 3¼” x 10″ metal duct to connect the adapter damper on the top of the unit to the ductwork above. Seal the joint using aluminum duct tape.

For Non-Ducted Installation:

A non-duct kit is required for this type of installation (purchase separately). To install, follow the instructions packed with the kit. The non-duct kit model for the BROAN PM400SS is HARKPM21.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Electrical wiring must be done by qualified personnel in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Before connecting wires, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.

1. Using appropriate wire nuts (not included), connect the house power cable to the unit wiring: BLACK to BLACK, WHITE to WHITE, and GREEN or bare wire to the GREEN ground screw.

2. Reinstall the electrical cover in the unit, ensuring the bottom tabs are inserted in their embossed location. Secure it in place using its retaining screw.

CAUTION: Take care not to pinch wires while reinstalling the wiring cover.

Ducted Installation:

Reinstall the grease filter(s).

Non-Ducted Installation (PM400SS unit only):

Attach the non-ducted filter (included with the HARKPM21 non-duct kit) to the back of the grease filter using clips (provided with the non-ducted filter). To order a new non-ducted filter, use service part number S99010464.

Blower Switch:

A rotary 4-position knob controls the blower speed (Off – low speed – medium speed – high speed).

Light Switch:

A rotary 2-position knob turns the LED lights ON and OFF.

Your BROAN PM400SS is equipped with a HEAT SENTRY™ thermostat. This thermostat is a device that will turn on or speed up the blower if it senses excessive heat above the cooking surface.

1) If the blower is OFF – it turns the blower ON to HIGH speed.

2) If the blower is ON at a lower speed setting – it turns the blower up to HIGH speed.

When the temperature level drops to normal, the blower will return to its original setting.

WARNING: The HEAT SENTRY thermostat can start the blower even if the hood is turned OFF. When this occurs, it is impossible to turn the blower OFF with its switch. If you must stop the blower, set the main power switch (located behind the filters, on the inner side of the unit faceplate) in the OFF position (if it is possible to do so safely).

ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OPERATIONS ON THE APPLIANCE.

The grease filter(s) should be cleaned frequently. Use a warm dishwashing detergent solution. Grease filter(s) are dishwasher safe.

Clean the filter(s) in the dishwasher using a non-phosphate detergent. Discoloration of the filter(s) may occur if using phosphate detergents, or as a result of local water conditions – but this will not affect filter performance. This discoloration is not covered by the warranty. To minimize or prevent discoloration, hand wash filter(s) using a mild detergent.

The Non-Ducted Recirculation filter(s) should be changed every 3 to 6 months. Replace more often if your cooking style generates extra grease, such as frying and wok cooking.

Do:

• Regularly wash with a clean cloth or rag soaked with warm water and mild soap or liquid dish detergent.

• Always clean in the direction of original polish lines.

• Always rinse well with clear water (2 or 3 times) after cleaning. Wipe dry completely.

• You may also use a specialized household stainless steel cleaner.

Don’t:

• Use any steel or stainless steel wool or any other scrapers to remove stubborn dirt.

• Use any harsh or abrasive cleansers.

• Allow dirt to accumulate.

• Let plaster dust or any other construction residues reach the unit. During construction/renovation, cover the unit to make sure no dust sticks to the stainless steel surface.

Avoid when choosing a detergent:

• Any cleaners that contain bleach will attack stainless steel.

• Any products containing: chloride, fluoride, iodide, bromide will deteriorate surfaces rapidly.

• Any combustible products used for cleaning such as acetone, alcohol, ether, benzol, etc., are highly explosive and should never be used close to a range.