You are now viewing the owner's manual for your Broan Ventilation Hood, model number .This guide is designed to help you understand the features, functionalities, and maintenance requirements of your Ventilation Hood. Remember, your Broan Ventilation Hood is not just an appliance; it's an investment in your daily comfort and convenience. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this manual to ensure you get the most out of your Broan Ventilation Hood.

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APE1  SERIES

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WARNING  

 

CAUTION  

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR IN-

JURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1.  Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufac-

turer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the

address or telephone number listed in the warranty.

2.  Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service

panel. Lock or tag service panel to prevent power from being

switched on accidentally.

3.  Installation work and electrical wiring (including switch loca-

tion)  must  be  done  by  a  qualified  person(s)  in  accordance

with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated

construction.

4.  Provide sufficient air for proper combustion and exhausting of

gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment

to  prevent  backdrafting.  Follow  the  combustion  equipment

standards such as those published by the National Fire Pro-

tection Association (NFPA), the American Society for Heat-

ing, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE),

and local codes.

5.  This product may have sharp edges. Be careful to avoid cuts

and abrasions during installation and cleaning.

6.  When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage

electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

7.  Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
8.  Use only metal ductwork.
9.  As an alternative, this product may be installed with the UL-

approved  cord  kit  designated  for  the  product,  following in-

structions packed with the cord kit.

10. This unit must be grounded.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
1.  Never  leave  surface  units  unattended  at  high  settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ig-

nite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

2.  Always  turn  hood  ON  when  cooking  at  high  heat  or  when

flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Pep-

percorn Beef Flambe).

3.  Clean  ventilating  fans  frequently.  Grease  should  not  be  al-

lowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

4.  Use  proper  pan  size. Always  use  cookware  appropriate  for

the size of the surface element.

PROFESSIONAL STYLE

RANGE HOOD

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

  FOR DOMESTIC COOKING ONLY  

WARNING  

 

TO  REDUCE THE  RISK  OF  INJURY TO  PERSONS  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 or

spread the fire.

3.  DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels -

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.

* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.

1.  For indoor use only.
2.  For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust haz-

ardous or explosive materials and vapors.

3.  For best capture of cooking impurities, range hood should be

mounted so that the bottom of the hood is 18”-24” above the

cooking surface.

4.  Read  specification  label  on  product  for  information  and  re-

quirements.

Installer: Leave this manual with the homeowner.

Homeowner: Cleaning, Maintenance and Operating instructions on page 2.

NOTE

These instructions are for ducted installations only.

If hood is to be installed non-ducted:
Purchase a non-ducted filter kit from your local distributor or

retailer. Follow instructions included with the non-ducted kit.
Conversion to non-ducted nullifies ENERGY STAR

®

qualification.

Register your product online at: www.broan.com/register