| KOBE Brand Range Hood   Model No. CH8136SQ   CH-181 SERIES – 11” HEIGHT   INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS   AND OPERATION MANUAL   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   - PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION -   WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY,   OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:   1) Installation and electrical wiring must be done by qualified professionals and in accordance   with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.   2) When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, be careful not to damage electrical wiring or   other hidden utilities.   3) Ducted fans must be vented to the outside.   a) Before servicing or cleaning unit, open the light panel and SWITCH POWER OFF AT   SERVICE PANEL.   b) Clean fan, optional filter and grease laden surfaces frequently. To reduce the risk of fire   and to disperse air properly, make sure to vent air outside. DO NOT vent exhaust air   into wall spaces, attics, crawl spaces or garages.   NOTE - This warranty is invalid without an authorized agent’s   receipt or if unit is damaged due to misuse, poor   installation, improper use, mistreatment, negligence or   any other circumstances beyond the control of KOBE   RANGE HOODS authorized agents. Any repair carried   out without the supervision of KOBE RANGE HOODS   authorized agents will automatically void the warranty.   - KOBE RANGE HOODS will not be held responsible for   any damages to personal property or real estate or any   bodily injuries whether caused directly or indirectly by   the range hood.   WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE   TOP GREASE FIRE:   • • • Keep fan, filter, if any, and grease-laden surfaces clean.   Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat.   Use high settings on cooking range ONLY when necessary. Heat the oil slowly on low to   medium setting.   • • • • Do not leave cooking range unattended when cooking.   Always use cookware and utensils appropriate for the type and amount of food prepared.   Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.   Before servicing, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel (if possible) to   prevent power from switching on accidentally.   • Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan,   safety screens, and oil containers.   1 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   What to Do In The Event Of a Range Top Grease Fire   - SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, and then turn off the   burner. KEEP FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AWAY FROM FLAMES. If   the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE THE AREA AND CALL THE FIRE   DEPARTMENT or 911.   - NEVER PICK UP A BURNING PAN – You may get burned.   DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels – a violent steam blast will result.   - - Use an extinguisher ONLY if:   a) You have a Class A, B, C extinguisher and know how to operate it.   b) The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.   c) The fire departments have called.   d) You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.   What to Do If You Smell Gas   - - - Extinguish any open flame.   Do not try to turn on the lights or any type of appliance.   Open all doors and windows to disperse the gas. If you still smell gas, call the Gas   Company and Fire Department right away.   CAUTION   1) For general ventilation use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials   and vapors.   2) To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.   3) 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 code authorities.   4) Activating any switch may cause ignition or an explosion.   ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD – Can result in serious injury or death.   Disconnect appliance from electric power before servicing.   If equipped, the fluorescent light bulb contains small amounts of mercury,   which must be recycled or disposed of according to Local, State, and   Federal Codes.   2 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   (M ust keep all m aterial for returns or refunds)   Range Hood Box   {A} KOBE Range Hood with Two-Piece Duct Cover   {B} Warranty Registration Card   {C} Instructions Manual   {D} Duct Cover Bracket   {E} Hood-Mounting Bracket   {F} Oil Containers (Round)   {G} Oil Containers (Oval)   {H} Installation Template   {I} 7” Round Duct Adapter   {J} Screws Package   {A}   {E}   {H}   ***Attached to Hood   {B}   {C}   {F}   {I}   ***Attached to Hood   {G}   {J}   {D}   ***Attached to Duct   Cover Position Plate   3 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING   Calculation before installation   To calculate the length of the installation, please refer to Table 1. (All calculation is measure in   inches.)   TABLE 1   A = Height of Floor to Ceiling   B = Height of Floor to Counter Top   (Standard: 36”)   C = Preferred Height of Counter Top   to Hood Bottom (Recommended   27” to 30”)   D = Height of Hood   E = Height of Duct Cover [F – D]   F = Height of the Hood Installation   [A – (B+C)]   SAFETY WARNING   HOOD MAY HAVE VERY SHARP EDGES; PLEASE WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES IF IT   IS NECESSARY TO REMOVE ANY PARTS FOR INSTALLING, CLEANING OR   SERVICING.   Preparation before Installation   NOTE: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR HOOD, PREVENT DEBRIS FROM ENTERING THE   VENT OPENING.   - Decide the location of venting pipe from the hood to the outside. Refer to Figure 1.   - A straight, short venting run will allow the hood to perform more efficiently.   - Try to avoid as many transitions, elbows, and long run as possible. This may reduce   the performance of the hood.   - Use duct tape to seal the joints between pipe sections.   - Temporarily wire the hood to test for proper operation before installing.   4 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   - If necessary, prepare back wall frame with cross framing lumber for secure installation.   Using references on Table 1 and the measurements on page 12, decide the level of the   lumber. Refer to Figure 2.   - Peel protective film off the duct cover and the hood (if any).   - Loosen hood-mounting brackets at the back of the hood, adjust brackets and tighten   screws as shown in Figure 3.   - If necessary to remove the rubber stand on the back of the hood, unscrew and discard.   Refer to Figure 4.   Figure 1   Figure 2   Attached   Rubber Stand   Figure 3   Figure 4   Hood Installation   CAUTION: If required to move the cooking range to install the hood, turn OFF the power on an   electric range at the main electrical box. SHUT OFF THE GAS BEFORE MOVING A GAS   RANGE.   1.   2.   3.   4.   Using references on Table 1 and measurements on page 12, mark the leveling point for   hood-mounting bracket on the wall. If necessary, use installation template (provided).   Secure two mounting screws (not provided) on the wall leaving 1/8” away from the wall.   Refer to Figure 5.   Align hood-mounting bracket to the mounting screws on the wall and hook hood into   place.   Secure and tighten the mounting screws. CAUTION: MAKE SURE THE HOOD IS   SECURE BEFORE RELEASING.   5 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   Mounting   Screws   Figure 5   Ductwork Installation   5. Use 6” round pipe to connect the plastic exhaust on the hood to the ductwork above. Use   duct tape to make all joints secure and air tight. Refer to Figure 6.   6. For 7” round ductwork, attach the 7” round duct adapter (provided) to the 6” round plastic   exhaust on the hood. Refer to Figure 7.   7” Round   Adapter   6” Round   Plastic Exhaust   Figure 6   Figure 7   Wiring to Power Supply   SAFETY WARNING   RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. THIS RANGE HOOD MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.   MAKE SURE THIS IS DONE BY SPECIALIZED ELECTRICIAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL   APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. BEFORE CONNECTING   WIRES, SWITCH POWER OFF AT SERVICE PANEL AND LOCK SERVICE PANEL TO   PREVENT POWER FROM BEING SWITCHED ON ACCIDENTALLY.   7. Connect three wires (black, white and green) to house wires and cap with wire   connectors.   8. Connect according to color: black to black, white to white, and green to green.   9. Test the operation of the hood before moving on to the next step. Make sure power is   supplied to the hood.   Duct Cover Installation   NOTE: BE CAREFUL WHEN USING ELECTRICAL SCREWDRIVER, DAMAGE TO THE   HOOD MAY OCCUR.   6 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   10. Using reference E from Table 1 and measurements on page 12, mark the leveling point   for duct cover bracket.   11. Secure the duct cover bracket to the wall with two screws (not provided). Make sure all   screws are tightened. NOTE: Inner duct cover will cover the duct cover bracket.   12. Adjust the duct cover length and secure with two (4x8 mm) screws (provided) as shown in   Figure 8.   13. Remove the two (4x14 mm) screws (provided) on the duct cover position plate.   14. Slide the entire duct cover onto the hood. Refer to Figure 9.   Figure 8   Figure 9   15. Place the edge of the inner duct cover behind the duct cover bracket on the wall.   16. Secure the outer duct cover to the duct cover position plate with two (4x14 mm) screws   (provided).   Install Accessories   17. If oil container (round) is detached, place the oil container (round) into keyhole under   each safety screen. Turn clock-wise until firmly in place. Refer to Figure 10.   18. Slide oil container (oval) into plastic slot behind each safety screen as shown in Figure 11.   Figure 10   Figure 11   Final Assembly   19. Turn power ON in control panel. Check all lights and fan operation.   20. Make sure to leave this manual for the homeowner.   7 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   This KOBE hood is equipped with two-switch control panel, two powerful centrifugal turbine   impellers with safety screens, two bright 12-volt 20-watt halogen lights, and four oil containers.   The two control switches are Light Control and Speed Control. The two control switches   operate independently of each other. Refer to Figure 12.   Figure 12   Light Operation:   1.   2.   Slide switch to   Slide switch to   in the Light Control Panel to turn light on.   in the Light Control Panel to turn light off.   Fan Operation:   1.   2.   3.   4.   Slide switch to   in the Speed Control panel for low speed.   in the Speed Control panel for high speed.   Slide switch to   Slide switch to   Slide switch to   in the Speed Control panel for QuietMode™ speed.   in the Speed Control panel to turn off the fan.   8 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   CAUTION: NEVER PUT YOUR HAND INTO THE AREA HOUSING THE FAN WHILE THE   FAN IS OPERATING.   For the optimal level of operation, clean the range hood surface, safety screens, and oil   containers regularly.   To Clean Hood Surface   CAUTION: NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, PADS, OR CLOTHS.   *** Regular care will help preserve its fine appearance.   1) Use only mild soap or detergent solutions. Dry up surfaces using soft cloth.   2) If hood looks splotchy (stainless steel hood), use an orange base cleaner to clean the   surface of the hood. Avoid cleaner to get on the control switches. Only spread a light   coating over the surface of the hood and leave on for a few minutes (do not leave on too   long or this may cause damage to hood finish). Use soft towel to wipe off the cleaning   solution, gently rubs any stubborn spots. Use a slightly damp towel to get rid of any   cleaning solution. Use dry soft towel to dry the hood.   3) To bring the glow back into a stainless steel finish, use a stainless steel cleaner.   4) DO NOT allow deposits to remain for long periods of time.   5) DO NOT use ordinary steel wool or steel brushes. Small bits of steel may adhere to the   surface causing rust.   6) DO NOT allow salt solutions, disinfectants, bleaches, or cleaning compounds to remain   in contact with stainless steel for extended periods. Many of these compounds contain   chemicals, which may be harmful. Rinse with water after exposure and wipe dry with a   clean cloth.   To Clean Oil Containers, Safety Screens and Impellers   CAUTION: DRAIN OIL CONTAINER BEFORE OIL CAN OVERFLOW.   1) Normal Cleaning   - Spray a mild degreaser into the fan and turn on high speed and. Liquid residue will   accumulate in the oil container.   2) Cleaning Oil Containers   - - - - Remove the oil container (round) by turning counter-clockwise.   Remove the oil container (oval) by sliding forward.   Wash with warm soapy water. Dry completely before returning into place.   Top rack dishwasher safe.   3) Cleaning Safety Screens   - - - Remove the safety screen screw and slide the safety screen out.   Wash with warm soapy water. Dry completely before returning into place.   Top rack dishwasher safe.   9 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   To Replace Light Bulb   CAUTION: HALOGEN LIGHT UNIT MAY BE HOT! WAIT UNTIL UNIT IS COOL.   1) Make sure all control switches are off, and range hood is unplugged.   2) Use a flat head screwdriver to pop out the protective covering as shown on Figure 13.   3) Gently pull out the defective light bulb and discard. Light bulbs should be 12V 20W   maximum. Refer to Figure 14. Push bulb securely into light socket.   4) Replace protective cover.   5) Plug in range hood.   Figure 13   Figure 14   10   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   MODEL / SIZE   CH8136SQ / 36”   COLOR   # 304 Commercial Grade Stainless Steel   VOLTAGE   120V 60Hz   NUMBER OF MOTORS   DESIGN   2 20-Gauge / Satin Finish   FAN TYPE   EXHAUST   Twin Turbine Impeller   6” Round   7” Round Adapter (Included)   CONTROLS   Three Speed (QuietMode™, Low, High)   HALOGEN LIGHTS   12V 20W x 2   HOOD DIMENSION (W x D x H)   (CH8136SQ) 35-1/4” x 19-1/2” x 11”   (CH81SDC) 8-1/4” x 8-7/8” x (14-1/8”~27-1/4”)   DUCT COVER DIMENSION   (W x D x H)   OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES   (W x D x H)   1) Two-Piece Extension Duct Cover   (CH81SDC) 8-1/4” x 8-7/8” x (14-1/8”~27-1/4”)   2) Euro Style Steel Rack   (CH81SR) 35-1/2” x 11-3/4” x 1/4”   2) 36” Stainless Steel Back Panel   (SSP36) 36” x 1/10” x 32”   Net   38.0   Gross   42.0   WEIGHT (lbs)   (CH8136SQ)   SPEED   Air Capacity (cfm)*   Sone   QuietMode™   300   Low   510   2.8   High   680   4.5   1.0*   *In House Test Static Pressure “0”. One Sone is equivalent to the sound of a refrigerator at 40 decibels.   **Specifications subject to change without notice.   11   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   ***Hood-Mounting Bracket   ***Duct Cover Bracket   12   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   MODEL NO.: CH8136SQ   NO.   1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DESCRIPTION   Duct Cover   MODEL /SIZE   CH81SDC   PART NO.   90A-1-0001   90A-2-0002   90A-3-0003   90A-4-0004   90A-5-2005   90A-5-1005   90A-6-0006   90A-7-0007   90A-8-0008   90A-9-0009   90A-10-0010   90A-11-0011   90A-12-0012   90A-13-0013   90A-14-1014   90A-14-2014   90A-15-1015   90A-15-2015   90A-16-0016   90A-17-0017   90A-18-0018   90A-19-0019   90A-20-0020   90A-21-0021   90A-22-0022   90A-23-0023   90A-24-0024   7” Round Adapter   Duct Cover Position Plate   Exhaust Duct Stand   Side Trim (Right)   Side Trim (Left)   Front Trim   Hood Casing   Control Unit   Halogen Light (12V 20W Max.)   Wire Box   Capacitor   Center Position Panel   Air Chamber   Motor (Left)   Motor (Right)   Turbine Impeller (Left)   Turbine Impeller (Right)   Oil Tunnel   Impeller Plastic Cover   Safety Screen   Oil Container (Round)   Bottom Casing   Oil Container (Oval)   Transformer (Light)   Duct Cover Bracket   Hood-Mounting Bracket   9 10   11   12   13   14   15   16   17   18   19   20   21   22   23   24   25   26   27   13   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   MODEL NO.: CH8136SQ   14   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   MODEL NO.: CH8136SQ   15   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   1. CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL ITEMS FOR DAMAGES BEFORE ACCEPTING   DELIVERY. NOTE ANY DAMAGES ON THE FREIGHT BILL OR EXPRESS   RECEIPT. REQUEST NAME AND SIGNATURE OF THE CARRIER’S AGENT AND   KEEP COPY TO SUPPORT YOUR CLAIM.   Upon acceptance of items, owner assumes responsibility for its safe arrival. Damages   should be reported to carrier and a claim filed. Failure to do this could result in the   carrier refusing to honor your claim. The carrier will furnish you with necessary forms   for filing a claim.   DAMAGES CAUSED DURING TRANSIT ARE NOT COVERED UNDER OUR   WARRANTY.   2. PLEASE INSPECT CONTENTS OF PACKAGE (S) CAREFULLY UPON RECEIVING!   We must be notified in writing of any damages and/or missing parts within the allocated   days upon receipt of package(s). Contact your local KOBE dealer or distributor or call   KOBE for the time limit.   CLAIMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE ALLOCATED DAYS.   NOTE: ITEMS WERE THOROUGHLY TESTED AND CAREFULLY PACKED IN OUR   FACTORY.   3. Products must be returned in good working condition with ALL original parts and   documentation packed in ALL original cartons, fillers and shipping cartons. A restocking   fee of 25% will be charged for all approved return(s).   EXCHANGES OR RETURNS MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED IF ANY PACKAGING IS   MISSING.   4. MAKE SURE TO INSPECT THE HOOD FOR DAMAGES AND DEFECTS BEFORE   INSTALLATION. Appearance flaws of the hood found after installation and not   affecting hood performance is not covered under our warranty for returns or exchanges.   Service visits not covered under warranty will carry a service charge.   A) Before Installation: Return for exchange or refund (please see above for   acceptable returns).   B) After Installation: NO exchange or refund.   16   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   WARRANTY CERTIFICATE   KOBE Range Hoods, Inc. warrants all products manufactured or supplied by it to be free from   defects in workmanship and materials. Its obligations pursuant to this warranty are limited to a   period of two years from the date of purchase and to the repair or replacement at its option and   subject to the terms and conditions stated below, of any component part, which its examination   shall disclose to be so defective.   TWO-YEAR WARRANTY SERVICE PERIOD   Any covered failure occurring within two years of original purchase arising from defective   workmanship or material in manufacture will be repaired (or at our option the unit will be   replaced) free of charge by an authorized KOBE Range Hoods Agent or KOBE Range Hoods   as applicable. Keep proof of purchase (or original invoice) handy for inspection.   If the range hood is sold by the original purchaser during the warranty period the new owner is   protected until expiration of the original purchaser’s warranty.   CONDITIONS   The following conditions apply only in relation to the warranty expressly given in this certificate.   1) This warranty applies only:   a) within U.S.A. and Canada.   b) to range hoods used for PRIVATE SINGLE FAMILY USE (if used for COMMERCIAL or   MULTIPLE FAMILY USE or other purposes, warranty will be voided).   2) Repair of any fault to be provided under this warranty shall not be provided:   a) if the identification number attached to the range hood has been altered, rendered   illegible or removed;   b) if notice of the defect has not been given within the period applicable;   c) for failure of light bulbs;   d) for physical damage;   e) for surfaces damaged by use of improper chemical cleaning agents;   f) if the appliance has been:   i) subject to misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, incorrect installation or failure to   follow the operating instructions;   ii) connected to improper, inadequate or faulty electricity service or exhaust ducts or   flues or operated using incorrect or contaminated lubricants;   iii) installed, maintained or operated otherwise than in accordance with the instructions   furnished by KOBE Range Hoods including the improper use of detergents,   bleaches, or cleaners.   g) for damage to range hood during transit, delivery, installation or removal;   h) for damage by or resulting from attempted repairs conducted by anyone other than our   Authorized Service Agent.   17   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   3) The purchaser shall be responsible for any expenses involved in making the range hood   readily accessible for servicing and where the range hood is installed outside the main   sales territory of the retailer or service territory of the nearest approved KOBE Range   Hoods Agent as applicable, for any traveling expenses and any costs of transporting the   range hood or parts thereof to and from the dealer or Service Agent   4) The purchaser must produce proof of purchase together with this warranty certificate when   making the claim.   5) Damages caused during shipment are not covered under our warranty.   CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE   The warrantor is not responsible for any consequential damage. SOME STATES DO NOT   ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION   MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.   IMPLIED WARRANTIES/STATE LAW   Any implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for   purpose, imposed on the sale by the laws of the state of sale are limited to two year from the   date of original purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of implied   warranties. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and may also have rights, which vary   from state to state.   SERVICE   For service contact:   KOBE Range Hoods   4934 Walnut Grove Avenue   Suite 202   San Gabriel, CA 91776   U.S.A   Tel: (626) 309-1356 Fax: (626) 309-1366   Email: [email protected]   18   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   Register Your Product!   Any covered failure occurring within two years of original purchase arising from defective   workmanship or material in manufacture will be repaired or at our option the unit will be   replaced free of charge by an authorized KOBE Range Hoods Agent or KOBE Range   Hoods as applicable. Keep proof of purchase (original invoice) handy for inspection.   If the range hood is sold by the original purchaser during the warranty period the new   owner is protected until expiration of the original purchaser’s warranty. See warranty   section for complete warranty coverage information.   This appliance has been manufactured, tested, and inspected to the standards required by   KOBE Range Hoods.   PLEASE MAIL IN YOUR WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND A COPY OF   RECEIPT TO:   KOBE Range Hoods, Inc.   4934 Walnut Grove Avenue   Suite 202   San Gabriel, CA 91776   RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORD:   Model No. ________________________   Serial No. ________________________   Purchased Date   Purchased From:   _____/_____/_____   ______________________________   ______________________________   ______________________________   IMPORTANT: PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF YOUR SALE RECEIPT OR INVOICE HANDY   WHEN REQUESTING FOR SERVICE.   19   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. 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