GE Profile UVC9420SLSS Le manuel du propriétaire

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model # _________________

Serial # _________________

You can find them on a label on

the inside of the hood.

INSERT HOODS

Custom

With QuietBoostTM Blower

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SAFETY INFORMATION ...........3

USING THE HOOD

Controls ................................5

Chef Connect ...........................6

Wi-Fi Connect ...........................6

CARE AND CLEANING

Surfaces ................................7

Lights ..................................7

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..8

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ........22

FILTERS ............................23

LIMITED WARRANTY .............24

ACCESSORIES .....................25

CONSUMER SUPPORT ............26

UVC9420

UVC9480

OWNER’S MANUAL &

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.

ESPAÑOL

Para consultar una version en

español de este manual de

instrucciones, visite nuestro sitio de

internet GEAppliances.com.

FRANÇAIS

Pour une version français de

ce manuel d’utilisation, veuillez

visiter notre site web à l’adresse

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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.

Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family.

We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances

product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we

can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them.

Register your GE appliance now online. Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the

Consumer Support section of this Owner’s Manual. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration

card included in the packing material.

49-2000930 Rev. 2 3

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING 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.

C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed

control device.

D. This unit must be grounded.

CAUTION FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE

ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS

OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.

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 INJURY

TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP

GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:

A. 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.

B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—You may be

burned.

C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or

towels—a violent steam explosion will result.

D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher,

and you already know how to operate it.

2. The fire is small and contained in the area where

it started.

3. The fire department is being called.

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

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

449-2000930 Rev. 2

How to Remove Packaging Tape

To assure no damage is done to the finish of the

product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from

packaging tape on new appliances is an application of

a household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with a

soft cloth and allow to soak.

NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts.

NOTE: For further cleaning instructions/suggestions,

please refer to the Care and Cleaning section.

Consider recycling options for your appliance packaging

material.

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING 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

medium settings.

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

when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries

Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not

be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware

appropriate for the size of the surface element.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be

done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all

applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated

construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and

exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of

fuel burning 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.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not

damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

E. When applicable, install any makeup (replacement)

air system in accordance with local building

code requirements. Visit GEAppliances.com for

available makeup air solutions.

F. Turn off breaker to adjacent rooms while working.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

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hood unless it is specifically recommended in this

manual. All other servicing should be referred to a

qualified technician.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR APPLIANCE

Dispose of or recycle your appliance in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. Contact your local

authorities for the environmentally safe disposal or recycling of your appliance.

WARNING Disconnect all electrical power at

the main circuit breaker or fuse box before installing.

WARNING USE ONLY WITH RANGE HOOD

CORD CONNECTION KITS THAT HAVE BEEN

INVESTIGATED AND FOUND ACCEPTABLE FOR

USE WITH THIS MODEL RANGE HOOD.

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Controls

USING THE HOOD: Controls

1. Rangehood Control Panel: The control panel

is located on the front of the canopy. The position

and function of each control button are noted below.

2. Fan On/Off Button: On/Off switch for the fan.

The fan can be operated by pressing any of the fan

setting buttons. Hold for 3 seconds to activate Delay

Off feature, which automatically turns the fan off

after 15 minutes.

3. Fan Setting Button: Speed control for the

fan. Fan speed is powered by QuietBoost™

Technology. This unique technology is designed

to minimize ventilation noise and enhance motor

efficiency for a peacefully-quiet, odor-free kitchen.

Press LOW for LOW speed, MED for MEDIUM

speed, and HIGH for HIGH speed. Press and hold

the HIGH button for 3 seconds to activate the

BOOST speed that will run for 10 minutes.

On Remote, press Up to increase fan speed, press

Down to decrease fan speed, including Boost.

4. Light Button: On/Dim/Off switch for the LED

lights. Press the Light button to turn the lights on,

again to set the lights to dim setting, and again to

turn the lights off.

5. Chef Connect: This is a Bluetooth® pairing feature

for use with other compatible Chef Connect enabled

products on a cooktop or range. When the device is

paired, the light and fan will turn ON at the Default

Sync Settings upon receiving a command from the

range or cooktop. It will remain ON at that setting until

the user changes it. To pair devices, hold down the

Chef Connect button for 3 seconds. To turn it back

off, hold the button down for another 3 seconds, see

the Chef Connect section for details.

6. IR Sensor: Remote control reciever when used

with Remote Control Kit (UXRC1).

7. Wi-Fi: Hold down the Light and Chef Connect

buttons for 3 seconds to activate the Wi-Fi. The

Wi-Fi light turns on when connected

, see the Wi-Fi

Connect section for details

. On Remote, press Wi-Fi

to toggle Wi-Fi function.

8. Delay Off (Remote only): Press and hold

Delay Off to toggle Delay Off function.

Heat Sensor

Your hood is equipped with a HEAT SENSOR

thermostat. This thermostat is a device that will turn on

or speed up the blower if it senses excessive heat above

the cooking surface.

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blower up to Med speed.

When the temperature level drops to normal, the blower

will return to its original setting.

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USING THE HOOD: Chef Connect / Wi-Fi Connect

Chef Connect Operation Bluetooth® Connection

To pair with another device:

To start the pairing process on the hood, press and hold

the Chef Connect button for 3 seconds. The backlight

for the Low-Med-High-Light-Chef Connect buttons will

flash in that sequence until the hood is paired with the

range or other device. If the pairing is successful, all five

backlights (Low, Med, High, Light, Chef Connect) will

flash simultaneously three times and then turn off and

the backlight for the Chef Connect button will turn on.

It will time out after 2 minutes if the pairing is not

completed, after which the pairing sequence will need to

be restarted.

To cancel pairing:

To cancel the pairing, hold the Chef Connect button

down for 3 seconds and then turn off the hood.

Default Sync Settings:

The factory default setting for the light will be the

brightest.

The factory default setting for the fan sync will be OFF.

The user can change the Default Sync Settings by

pressing and holding the Low button for 3 seconds. This

will enter the Default Settings Mode. Once in this mode,

the backlights for all buttons (Low, Med, High, Light,

Chef Connect) will blink On/Off indefinitely and the fan

and light will switch to the current Default Sync Setting,

so the user knows what the current default value is.

At this time, set the light and fan to the desired default

levels. Once the user is satisfied with the selection,

press and hold the On/Off button for 3 seconds. This

will exit this mode. At that time the backlights will stop

blinking and the state of the fan and light will change

back to their prior state before entering the Default

Settings Mode.

Chef Connect

* Compatible Apple or Android devices and home Wi-Fi network required.

Connecting your Wi-Fi Connect Enabled hood (on some models)

Your GE Appliances hood is designed to provide you with two-way communication between your appliance and smart

device. By using the GE Appliances Wi-Fi Connect features, you will be able to control essential hood operations such

as fan speed, light functions, timer/clock function, delay off and filter reset using your smartphone or tablet.*

What you will need

Your GE Appliances hood uses your existing home Wi-Fi

network to communicate between the appliance and your

smart device. In order to setup your GE Appliances hood,

you will need to gather some information:

1. Each GE Appliances hood has a connected

appliance information label that includes an

Appliance Network Name and Password. These

are the two important details that you will need to

connect to the appliance. The label is located on the

side of the unit behind the filters.

2. Have your smart phone or tablet ready with the ability

to access the internet and download apps.

3. You will need to know the password of your home

Wi-Fi router. Have this password ready while you are

setting up your GE Appliances hood.

Connect your GE Appliances hood

1. On your smart phone or tablet visit

GEAppliances.com/connect to learn more about

connected appliance features and to download the

appropriate app.

2. Follow the app onscreen instructions to connect your

GE Appliances hood.

3. Once the process is complete, the connection light

located on your GE Appliances hood display will stay

on solid and the app will confirm you are connected.

4. If the connection light does not turn on or is blinking,

follow the instructions on the app to reconnect. If

issues continue please call 800.220.6899 and ask for

assistance regarding hood wireless connectivity.

To connect additional smart devices, repeat steps 1 and 2.

Note that any changes or modifications to the remote

enable device installed on this hood that are not

expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Wi-Fi Connect

Sample Label

Connected Appliance Information

FCC ID: ZKJ-WCATA005

IC: 10229A-WCATA001

MAC ID: ************

Network: ************

Password: **********

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Lights

CAUTION Allow lights to cool before touching.

1. Before attempting to replace the lights, make sure that

the light switch is turned off.

2. Rotate light counterclockwise to unlock and pull out.

Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.

3. Replace with new light of same type, making sure

pins are inserted properly into the sockets of the lamp

holder and turn clockwise to lock.

All lamps need to be GU10 compatible.

Surfaces

CARE AND CLEANING: Surfaces / Lights

Rotate the lamp until the

pins are located in narrow

neck of the socket to lock.

Lamp

Holder

Stainless Steel Surfaces

Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the

surface.

To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy

water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe

the surface in the direction of the brush line. Follow

the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel

surface. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers

Friend Soft Cleanser™ will

remove surface rust, tarnish, and

small blemishes. To receive a

coupon for a trial sample of Bar

Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™

follow the link below or scan the

QR Code.

barkeepersfriend.com/ge

Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the

direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge.

To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance

cleaner or polish, or to find the location of a dealer

nearest you, please call our toll-free number:

National Parts Center

800.626.2002

GEApplianceParts.com

In Canada, call 800.661.1616 or visit geappliances.ca

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Installation

Instructions

If you have questions, call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737)

or visit our website at: GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and

carefully.

Ŷ IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

Ŷ IMPORTANT — Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

Ŷ Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

Ŷ Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for

future reference.

Ŷ Skill level – Installation of this vent hood requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Ŷ Completion time – Approximately 1 to 3 hours

Ŷ Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

Ŷ Product failure due to improper installation is not

covered under the Warranty.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING Before beginning the installation,

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 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 Disconnect all electrical power at

the main circuit breaker or fuse box before installing.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be

done by qualified person(s) in accordance with

all applicable codes and standards, including

fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion

and exhausting of gases through the flue

(chimney) of fuel burning 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.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do

not damage electrical wiring and other hidden

utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the

outdoors.

E. Turn off breaker to adjacent rooms while working.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

USE ONLY METAL DUCT WORK.

Custom Insert Hood

UVC9420, UVC9480

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Installation Preparation

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Design varies by model

15"

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12 1/2"

A"

21 7/8"

7 5/8"

28 7/16"

Model A

UVC9420 39-1/2"

UVC9480 45-3/4"

ADVANCE PLANNING

Duct Install Planning

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the ceiling. Use a 10" round duct. Use locally

supplied elbows to vent horizontally through the rear

wall.

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ŶPlan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors.

To maximize the ventilation performance of the vent

system:

1. Minimize the duct run length and number of

transitions and elbows.

2. Maintain a constant duct size.

3. Seal all joints with duct tape to prevent any leaks.

NOTE: Flexible vent is not recommended. Flexible

vent creates back pressure and air turbulence that

greatly reduces performance.

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foot for vent hoods.

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exterior opening. Purchase the wall or roof cap and

any transition and length of duct needed in advance.

Vent system can terminate either through the roof

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needed and installed immediately above the hood.

Wall and Ceiling Framing for Adequate Support

This vent hood is heavy and the cabinet structure

needs to support the weight of the loaded insert

sleeve. Adequate structural support must be

provided in all types of installations.

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installed before the cooktop.

Roof Cap

Round Duct

Wall Cap

Add Insulation

and/or Caulk

Add Insulation

and/or Caulk

Cabinet

Add tape to joint

Hood

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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

This vent hood must be installed between the 30"

required minimum and 36" recommended maximum

above the cooking surface.

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instructions for product-specific clearances.

NOTE: Installation height should be measured from

the cooking surface to the bottom edge of the cabinet

surface.

NOTE: UL requires any combustible surface to be a

minimum of 30" above the cooking surface. Lower

combustible surfaces may be covered to meet

requirements.

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minimum for vertical venting.

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installed over an island.

NOTE: The exhaust duct on the hood is closer to

the rear of the hood. It is important to plan for the

alignment to the connection point of the hood.

*30" Minimum required

*36" Maximum recommended

Typically 36"

17" min. 12-1/2"

7-5/8"

Installation Preparation

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

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INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Installation Preparation - UVC 9420

CABINET PREPARATION

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7-5/8”

18-1/2” Min.

15”

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

CABINET STRUCTURE

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It is required two 2 x 4 horizontal studs separated

by 39” as part of the cabinet. They must be firmly

secured to the cabinet structure.

Ŷ

The cabinet bottom must be made from a wooden

surface ¾” minimum thickness.

WARNING Make sure the studs and cabinet

bottom surface are firmly secured and able to

withstand 100 pounds.

2" Min.

39" Between

Studs

CUSTOM CABINET FRAME

ŶThe custom canopy or cabinet must have a

rectangular opening to accommodate the custom

hood insert by itself. This opening has the same

size for both a wall installation or an island

installation. Ensure parallelism and levelness of

the cabinet so that it doesn't affect flushness of

the hood with the cabinet.

39"

Front of the

opening

recommended

to be 3” from

cabinet front

Back of

opening

recommended

to be 3” from

back wall

21-1/4"

13" from

bottom of

cabinet to

bottom of

house duct

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Installation Preparation - UVC 9480

CABINET PREPARATION

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7-5/8”

18-1/2” Min.

15”

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

Side Panel Side Panel

CABINET STRUCTURE

Ŷ

It is required two 2 x 4 horizontal studs separated

by 39” as part of the cabinet. They must be firmly

secured to the cabinet structure.

Ŷ

The cabinet bottom must be made from a wooden

surface ¾” minimum thickness.

WARNING Make sure the studs and cabinet

bottom surface are firmly secured and able to

withstand 100 pounds.

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L

2" Min.

39" Between

Studs

CUSTOM CABINET FRAME

ŶThe custom canopy or cabinet must have a

rectangular opening to accommodate the custom

hood insert by itself. This opening has the same

size for both a wall installation or an island

installation. Ensure parallelism and levelness of

the cabinet so that it doesn't affect flushness of

the hood with the cabinet.

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Front of the

opening

recommended

to be 3” from

cabinet front

Back of

opening

recommended

to be 3” from

back wall

21-1/4"

39"

between studs

45"

cutout width

13" from

bottom of

cabinet to

bottom of

house duct

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

49-2000930 Rev. 2 13

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

PLAN THE INSTALLATION

CAUTION To reduce risk of fire and to

properly exhaust air, be sure to duct the air

outside – Do not vent exhaust air into spaces

within walls or ceilings or into attics, crawl

spaces, or garages.

WARNING

PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD

It is recommended that 2 people are used to

install the range hood. Failure to properly

lift rangehood could result in damage to the

product or personal injury.

REMOVE THE PACKAGING

CAUTION Wear gloves to protect against

sharp edges.

Ŷ Remove the hardware bag, literature package

and other boxed parts.

Ŷ Remove and properly discard the protective

plastic wrapping and other packaging materials.

Ŷ Consider recycling options for your appliance

packaging material.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT SUPPLIED)

Pencil and tape measure

Step ladder

Phillips and flat-blade

screwdrivers

Level Safety glasses

10" ducting and

caps as needed

Aluminized

duct tape Electric drill and

appropriate bits

Gloves

Flashlight

Needle-nose pliers

Tin snips Wire cutter/

stripper Strain relief for

junction box

UL listed wire nuts

PARTS PROVIDED

Locate the parts packed with the hood.

NOTE: The hardware bag may contain extra pieces

to accommodate a variety of installation methods for

various models.

Damper

Assembly

Remote Control

(QTY: 1)

Hardware Bag

Philips Head

Machine Screw

(QTY: 8)

Phillips Head

Wood Screws

(QTY: 2)

Side Panel

UVC9480 only (QTY: 2)

B D

Hood

Phillips Head

Wood Screws

(QTY: 8)

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Installation Preparation

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Installation Preparation - UVC9420 and UVC9480

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.

ŶWiring must be 2 wire with ground.

ŶIf the electrical supply does not meet the above

requirements, call a licensed electrician before

proceeding.

ŶRoute house wiring as close to the installation

location as possible in the ceiling or wall.

ŶConnect the wiring to the house wiring in

accordance with local codes.

Grounding instructions

The grounding conductor must be connected to

a ground 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.

PREPARE HOUSE ELECTRICAL

WIRING

The custom cabinet must allow spacing for house

wiring to reach junction box located in diagram

below. If unit is installed over an island, the wiring

must come from ceiling. If power cord is needed,

accessory is available.

PREPARE THE HOOD FOR

INSTALLATION

NOTE: For transportation purposes the motor

assembly is secured by 2 brackets. They must be

removed prior to installation and discarded.

ŶPlace insert hood canopy on padded, yet stable,

surface below cutout (can use flattened carton to

pad surface).

ŶRemove the junction

box cover. The junction

box is located inside

the top left side of the

hood.

ŶSave the junction

box cover and

screws. They will be

needed at installation.

ŶRemove the 12 screws from the brackets

over the motor assembly to remove the brackets.

The junction box is

located in this area

inside the hood. Electrical

Area

24"

Brackets

Screws

INSTALLATION PREPARATION

49-2000930 Rev. 2 15

Installation - UVC 9420

STEP 1 REMOVE MOTOR

ASSEMBLY FROM HOOD CANOPY

1. Remove the metal lid by removing the 3 screws

and allowing access to connectors.

2. Disconnect 2 motor

cable connectors and 2

capacitor connectors.

3. Remove the 4 screws

that attach the common

motor bracket to the

top of the hood canopy.

Save the screws for

installation.

4. Remove the motor assembly from the hood

canopy by sliding it to release it from the

mounting tabs.

Screws

STEP 2 CONNECT ELECTRICAL

CABLES

Verify that power is turned off at the source.

WARNING If house wiring is not 2-wire with

a ground wire, an electrician will need to convert

existing wiring to meet these specs. When house

wiring is aluminum, be sure to use U.L.-approved

anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper

connectors.

1. Pull power supply wires through wall of insert

canopy and attach the strain relief. Thread the

house wire through the junction box before the

canopy is inserted in the cabinet cutout.

2.

Attach the white lead of the power supply (A) to the

white lead of the range hood (D) with a wire nut.

Attach the black lead of the power supply (B) to the

black lead of the range hood (C) with a wire nut.

Connect the power supply ground wire lead (E) to

the ground screw.

Strain

Relief

Hood

Wiring

AA

D

E

BB

C

Power

Supply

Strain

Relief Strain

Relief

INSTALLATION

Wires

Metal Lid

Screws

Connectors on

Hood Side

Connectors on

Motor Side

16 49-2000930 Rev. 2

STEP 3 INSTALL HOOD CANOPY

TO THE CABINET

1. Tuck the house wiring out of the way.

2. Push the hood canopy straight up through the

cutout opening until the temporary locking clips

engage. The locking clips are designed to hold

the insert sleeve in place until it is secured with

screws.

NOTE: The locking clips are

not designed to support all

of the weight of the insert

sleeve. Do not leave the

insert sleeve unattended

until screws have been

installed.

STEP 4 INSTALL DAMPER

1. Seal the duct to the damper with duct tape. (DO

NOT USE SCREWS)

2. Install the damper into the bottom of the exhaust

fan opening using 2 screws provided (D).

a. Check to make sure the damper opens freely.

b. Tighten the 2 screws (D).

Installation - UVC 9420

2x4 Stud

Screws

Clip

INSTALLATION

49-2000930 Rev. 2 17

INSTALLATION

Installation - UVC 9480

STEP 1 REMOVE MOTOR

ASSEMBLY FROM HOOD CANOPY

1. Remove the metal lid by removing the 3 screws

and allowing access to connectors.

2. Disconnect 2 motor cable connectors and 2

capacitor connectors.

3. Remove the 4 screws that attach the common

motor bracket to the top of the hood canopy.

Save the screws for installation.

4. Remove the motor assembly from the hood

canopy by sliding it to release it from the

mounting tabs.

Screws

Metal Lid

Screws

Connectors on

Hood Side

Connectors on

Motor Side

STEP 2 CONNECT ELECTRICAL

CABLES

Verify that power is turned off at the source.

WARNING If house wiring is not 2-wire with

a ground wire, an electrician will need to convert

existing wiring to meet these specs. When house

wiring is aluminum, be sure to use U.L.-approved

anti-oxidant compound and aluminum-to-copper

connectors.

1. Pull power supply wires through wall of insert

canopy and attach the strain relief. Thread the

house wire through the junction box before the

canopy is inserted in the cabinet cutout.

2.

Attach the white lead of the power supply (A) to the

white lead of the range hood (D) with a wire nut.

Attach the black lead of the power supply (B) to the

black lead of the range hood (C) with a wire nut.

Connect the power supply ground wire lead (E) to

the ground screw.

Strain

Relief

Hood

Wiring

AA

D

E

BB

C

Power

Supply

Strain

Relief Strain

Relief

Wires

18 49-2000930 Rev. 2

STEP 3 INSTALL HOOD CANOPY

TO THE CABINET

1. Install the right and left side panels to the hood

canopy using the 4 screws (B) provided.

2. Tuck the house wiring out

of the way.

3. Push the hood canopy

straight up through the

cutout opening until the

temporary locking clips

engage. The locking

clips are designed to hold the insert sleeve in

place until it is secured with screws.

NOTE: The locking clips are not designed to support

all of the weight of the insert sleeve. Do not leave

the insert sleeve unattended until screws have been

installed.

4. Fasten the 8 screws (L), 4 on each side, toward

the left and right sides to the side studs of the

cabinet structure. It is recommended to start

with one corner and fasten screws diagonally to

ensure unit flushness with cabinet.

Installation - UVC 9480

STEP 4 INSTALL DAMPER

1. Seal the duct to the damper with duct tape (DO

NOT USE SCREWS).

2. Install the damper into the bottom of the exhaust

fan opening using 2 screws provided (D).

a. Check to make sure the damper opens freely.

b. Tighten the 2 screws (D).

Screws

Side Panel (1 per side)

Hood Canopy

Clip

2x4 Stud

INSTALLATION

49-2000930 Rev. 2 19

INSTALLATION

STEP 5 INSTALL BLOWER MOTOR ASSEMBLY - UVC-9420 AND 9480

METHOD 1

1. Lift the motor assembly on the insert canopy.

2. Insert the blower motor assembly tabs in the hood

slots and slide it, such that the motor assembly

slides from right to left into the 4 slots.

3. Tighten the 4 screws (removed earlier) - see

Remove Motor Assembly from Hood Canopy

section. Make sure the blower motor is secured

firmly to the hood canopy.

4. Reconnect the 4 cables of the motor to the ones

on the hood side and insert them into the protected

area under the control panel.

5. Mount the metal lid and tighten the 3 screws to

secure the lid on the hood body.

Installation - UVC 9420 and 9480

Slots on Hood

Mounting Tabs

Screws

Metal Lid

Screws

Connectors on

Hood Side

Connectors on

Motor Side

20 49-2000930 Rev. 2

STEP 5 INSTALL BLOWER MOTOR ASSEMBLY - UVC 9420 AND 9480

METHOD 2 (ALTERNATIVE)

The motors can also be installed separately to help manage the weight of the 2 motors.

1. See see Remove Motor Assembly from Hood

Canopy section to disassemble the motor assembly

from the canopy.

2. With the motor assembly out of the canopy, remove

the 4 screws from each motor. The motors are

separate from the motor plate.

3. Mount the hood into the cabinet as shown in

previous instructions. Mount the motor plate,

inserting it in the hood slots. Slide it, making sure

the 4 tabs are engaged.

4. Reinstall the 4 screws removed earlier. See

Remove Motor Assembly from Hood Canopy

section. Make sure the plate is secured firmly to the

hood canopy.

5. Lift and attach each motor using 4 screws per motor

making sure they are firmly attached to the motor

plate.

6. With both motors installed on canopy, reconnect the

4 cables of the motor to the ones on the hood side

and insert them into the protected area under the

control panel.

7. Mount the metal lid and

tighten the 3 screws to

secure the lid on the hood

body.

Slots on Hood

Installation - UVC 9420 and 9480

Motor 1

Motor 2

Screws Screws

Screws Screws Motor

Plate

Screws

Motor

Screws

Motor

Plate

Motor

Motor 1

Motor 2

Motor Plate

Screws

Metal Lid

Screws

Connectors on

Hood Side

Connectors on

Motor Side

INSTALLATION

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