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Dynamic Cooking Systems, Inc.
THE PROFESSIONAL VENT HOODS
Use and Installation Guide
Models:
DCS-VH-48HS
DCS-VH-48S
DCS-VH12-36HS
DCS-VH12-36S
DCS-VH-36HS
DCS-VH-36S
DCS-VH-30HS
DCS-VH-30S
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A Message To Our Customers Thank you for selecting this Dynamic Cooking Systems Professional Vent Hood. Because of its unique features, we have developed this Use and Installation Guide. It contains valuable information on how to properly operate and maintain your new Vent Hood for years of safe and enjoyable cooking. To help serve you better, please fill out and return the Ownership Registration Card and keep this guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your New
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T a bl e Of C ontent s INTRODUCTION: The Dynamic Cooking Systems Vent Hood Models have been designed with the ultimate in household convenience in mind. Features include High Capacity,Variable Speed Blower, Commercial Style dishwasher-safe filters, Easy-to-Clean inside liner, and Illuminating Halogen Lighting, all packaged in a stylish, welded-seam exterior. Before proceeding with installation, please read this installation guide and observe all safety precautions and warnings. NOTE: Installatio
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Sa f e ty Practice s & Precaution s 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 oil slowly on low or medium settings. B) Always turn hood “ON” when cooking at high heat or when cooking flaming foods. 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
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Pl anning The In stallation BACKDRAFT DAMPER: We recommend that a backdraft damper be used in all Vent Hood installations. Cold weather installa- tions necessitate the use of a backdraft damper to minimize the flow of cold air into the room. A non- metallic thermal break should also be installed to minimize conduction of outside temperatures through the ductwork. Locate the thermal break as close as possible to where the ducting enters the heated portion of the house. PLANNING THE INSTALLATION:
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Vent H ood A ssembl y FIG.08 DCS Duct Cover (6" or 12" Height) Rough-In Kit junction box Rough-In Kit A B junction box Through junction box on rough-in kit, connect to house wiring to blower motor Model DCS-IB12 Blower DCS VH 48 Hood Inner Liner (Remove) DCS VH12 36 ( 48" Model Liner Shown) Model DCS-IB6 Blower control panel DCS VH 36 DCS VH 30 FIG.07 Blower Hood Lights Hood Light Bulb-2ea. - + Blower Speed L. Heat Lamp R. Heat Lamp (not all models) (not all models) 5
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"A" "A" HOOD WIDTH Vent H ood In stallation (with so ffit) SITE PREPARATION This DCS Professional Vent Hood has been designed to accommodate installation into a 1) soffit structure (ceiling mount), or, for sites without a soffit structure. 2) directly into the wall through holes provided in the rear panel of the vent hood (wall mount). When mounting the hood to a soffit, it is recommended to also utilize the rear panel holes to gain addi- tional stability and minimize any vibration noise. We su
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Vent H ood In stallation (with so ffit) INSTALL VENT HOOD INTO SOFFIT At this point in the installation process, the inner liner should be removed from the Hood and set aside (see-Pgs 5 & 6).With the liner set aside, there is clear access to the Soffit mounting holes and wall mounting holes in the rear panel of the unit. Once the soffit framing has been completed, place assembled vent hood (hood, rough-in kit, and ventilator) into place and secure hood to the soffit frame with 6 wood screws. NO
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HOOD WIDTH HOOD WIDTH "C" "C" Vent H ood In stallation (without soffi t) SITE PREPARATION: In cases where the installation site does not have a soffit structure, the Vent Hood assembly may be secured directly to the wall from the rear of the unit. NOTE- When installing the vent hood directly to the rear wall, an adequate structural wall support (studs) must exist to secure the unit. NOTE- The DCS Duct Cover should be ordered and installed when installing the vent hood in a site without a soffit.
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Finishing The Installation TO FINISH THE INSTALLATION FIG.04 REAR VIEW of VENT HOOD (48" Model Shown) CEILING DRYWALL Once the ventilation hood has been mounted in place it will be necessary to install the electrical 6" or 12" Duct Cover service. All electrical work should be done by a qualified electrician and must conform to all local 3-1/2" Hood Centerline standards. Refer to the wiring diagrams on Pgs. 6-1/2" 18" 14-15, for proper hook-up and grounding. C L 6-1/2" NOTE: Black=live,White=neu
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Du ct Inf o r mation GENERAL 10" - When planning the path for ducting to the outside, keep in mind the following guidelines: 11" - Minimize use of elbows and transitions in ductwork as to 10-1/2" maximize air flow to outside of building. An efficient airflow path contributes to the overall efficiency of the Vent Hood. 18-5/8" 4-5/8" - DCS recommends the use of smooth wall ducting, not Vertical Duct Transition flexible ductwork. - Transitions are required from rectangular to round ducting DCS-I
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Specify 48",36",30" Specify 48",36",30" DCS VH Series Specifications DCS VH SERIES SOFFIT CHIMNEY DUCT COVER DCS VH SERIES HOODS 7" 7-1/4" 3" 3/4" 23-1/2" 4-1/2" 3" 10-1/4" 3/4" 10-1/4" 23-1/2" 10-1/4" 10-1/4" 12-1/4" 10-1/4" 18-1/4" 10-1/4" MODEL DCS IB6 BLOWER AND ROUGH IN KIT MODEL DCS IB12 BLOWER AND ROUGH IN KIT MODEL DCS IB6 BLOWER VOLTS HZ AMPS CFM DUCT 120 60 3.3 600 7” ROUND MODEL DCS IB12 BLOWER 120 60 5.0 1200 10” ROUND 11 6",12" 12" 12" 25" 18"
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Se rvice HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Before you call for service: 1) Is the circuit breaker tripped or the fuse blown? 2) Is there a power outage in the area? For warranty service, contact your local DCS authorized service agency. Provide him with the Model Number, Serial Number, and date of installation, and a brief description of the problem. If you need assistance in locating the authorized service agency in your area please contact our DCS Customer Service Department for an authorized service age
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War ranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY: One (1) Year Full parts and Labor Covers the entire product Five (5) Year Limited warranty covering the switches and motor. DCS WILL PAY FOR All repair labor and parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship for one full year “IN HOME” warranty during the first year of ownership. This does not apply if the unit was subjected to other than normal household use. Service must be provided by Authorized Factory Agent during normal working hours. No charges
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Wiring Diagram DCS VH 48 14 48" VENT HOOD WIRING DIAGRAM 1200 CFM MOTOR JUNCTION BOX (L1) BLK (N) (GROUND) WHT GRN 6 MOTOR WN-3 8 BLOWER PLUG MOTOR WHT BLK 5 16 7 CONNECTORS: 1 2 3 4 5 6 FEMALE 1 2 3 4 5 6 MALE USED ON 9 2 14 3 HS MODELS USED ON LEFT HEAT RIGHT HEAT ONLY HS MODELS LIGHT LIGHT ONLY 17 17 brass brass zinc zinc 19 19 20 18 RIGHT 19 9 20 14 15 LIGHT 15 19 LEFT 17 SPEED 1a 1a 1a 10 1a 2b 11 LIGHT 17 1b 10 1b 1b 1b CONTROL 12 13 11 12 13 LEFT L
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Wiring Diagram DCS VH 30/36 15 JUNCTION BOX (L1) 36" / 30" VENT HOOD WIRING DIAGRAM BLK (N) (GROUND) 600 CFM MOTOR WHT GRN WN-3 6 BLOWER 8 16 MOTOR WH BLK 5 CONNECTORS: 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 FEMALE 1 2 3 4 5 6 MALE 9 2 14 3 USED ON HEAT HS MODELS LIGHT ONLY 17 brass 19 zinc LEFT 14 19 15 9 LIGHT 18 18 15 10 1a RIGHT SPEED 1a 1a 11 17 11 2b 13 LIGHT 1b CONTROL 1b 1b 4 HEAT LIGHT LIGHT 12 12 SWITCH 2 3 1 1 10 FAN SWITCH SWITCH WN-2 WN-1
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As product improvement is an ongo- ing process at DCS, we reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. 5800 Skylab Road, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Tel: (714) 372-7000 Part No. 10607r4 Fax: (714) 372-7001 Parts/Customer Service (888) 281-5698 Litho in USA 04/2001 www.dcsappliances.com
