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Safety Instructions
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Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Fan Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
CV936
Light Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Care and Cleaning
Grease Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Hood Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Hood Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . . . .5
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Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . .21, 22
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________
Serial # ________________
You can find them on a label
on the inside of the hood.
49-80521
12-07 JR
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions Fan Control ....4 CV936 Light Control ....4 Care and Cleaning Grease Filters .
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*: A.
  • Page 3: Read And Save These Instructions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK. A. Never leave surface units unattended at high Do not attempt to repair or replace any settings.
  • Page 4: Fan Control

    Using the hood controls. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. FAN Control LIGHT Control Turn the FAN speed control to LO, MED LO, Turn the LIGHT control to HI for bright light while MED HI or HI, as needed. cooking.
  • Page 5: Grease Filters

    GE supplier. To clean the grease filters , soak them and then swish them around Heavy-duty commercial filters may in hot water and detergent.
  • Page 6 Care and cleaning of the vent hood. Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of the vent hood. Hood Lights Receptacle Socket NOTE: The glass cover should be removed only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may Receptacle offer a better grip.
  • Page 7 Installation Range Hoods Instructions Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com ge.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Read these instructions completely and carefully. 12" IMPORTANT • – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT • – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Duct Cover These vent hoods are designed to be installed onto a wall. They may be installed beneath a soffit or cabinet. A Decorative duct cover is available to accommodate ″ ″ • Install these hoods 24 Min. to 36 Max. above the 8 to 10 ft.
  • Page 9: Advance Planning

    Installation Instructions ADVANCE PLANNING DECORATIVE DUCT COVERS Ductwork Planning A decorative duct cover is available. The duct cover • This hood may be vented vertically through upper conceals the ductwork running from the top of the cabinets, soffit or ceiling. A duct transition piece is hood to the ceiling or soffit.
  • Page 10 *Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting equivalent. Equivalent length of duct pieces are based on actual Using a smaller diameter duct size tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineering and will reduce performance reflect requirements for good venting performance with any ventilation hood.
  • Page 11: Remove The Packaging

    Installation Instructions TOOLS AND MATERIALS REMOVE THE PACKAGING REQUIRED • Remove the small box housing the motor. (NOT SUPPLIED) • Lift the hood out of the box. Pencil and Phillips and Duct tape tape measure Flat blade screwdrivers Hood Wood Mounting Motor Parts...
  • Page 12: Parts Provided

    Installation Instructions PARTS PROVIDED Locate the hardware accessory box packed with the hood and check contents. Filter Support Screws, wall 2 Aluminum Duct Grease Filters fasteners, washers Transition with Damper DUCT COVER REQUIREMENTS Review the following examples to ensure a trouble free installation using the duct cover accessory.
  • Page 13 Installation Instructions DETERMINE HOOD, DUCTWORK AND WIRING LOCATIONS FOR CEILING • Keep the wood support piece and its screws for 6-7/8" VENT DUCTING later installation. Do not discard. Centerline To Wall • Measure desired distance from the bottom of the ″...
  • Page 14 Installation Instructions 1 INSTALL HOOD SUPPORT 2 INSTALL TRANSITION IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of IMPORTANT: Remove Remove supporting 100 lbs. shipping tape from Shipping Tape on damper and check that Damper • Locate at least 2 vertical studs at the wood mounting damper moves freely.
  • Page 15 Installation Instructions 4 Alternate Mounting Method IMPORTANT: For additional support and to minimize vibration during operation, we strongly recommend INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT that the hood also be secured to the back wall with OR BENEATH CABINETS wall fasteners. 30" Models SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING 2-9/16"...
  • Page 16: Connect Ductwork

    Installation Instructions 5 INSTALL CEILING BRACKET 6 CONNECT DUCTWORK The ceiling bracket must be installed when the duct • Push duct over the end of the transition until it ″ cover is used to span 24 or more height above the reaches the stop tabs.
  • Page 17 Installation Instructions 7 INSTALL MOTOR 9 INSTALL DUCT COVERS ″ To install the 12 duct cover alone: • Align and engage the ″ • Place the 12 section of the decorative duct cover on Motor Attachment Bracket slots in the blower top of the hood.
  • Page 18 Installation Instructions 11 INSTALL FILTERS 11A INSTALL OPTIONAL • Remove protective film covering the filters. COMMERCIAL FILTERS • Insert the filter into the “C” clips mounted to the top of the vertical front panel. • Remove supplied filters (if installed). •...
  • Page 19 Notes. ge.com...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Tips

    Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Fan does not operate A fuse may be blown or a •...
  • Page 21 You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs. 800.626.2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
  • Page 22 General Electric Company partners. Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. For information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224.
  • Page 23 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service Location for service.
  • Page 24: Consumer Support

    Contact Us ge.com If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park...

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