Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual: Type II Type I

Document 452413
Kitchen Hoods
® Type I and Type II
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure
to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Type I Type II
General Safety Information

Only qualified personnel should install this system.
NOTE
Personnel should have a clear understanding of these
instructions and all applicable local and national building Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well
and fire codes. Personnel should be aware of general as the National Electrical Code (NEC), and the
safety precautions. SMACNA guidelines should be latest edition of the National Fire Protection Agency
followed for hanging and supporting the hood. If more Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection
information is needed, contact a licensed professional of Commercial Cooking Operations (NFPA 96). Follow
engineer before moving forward. the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and ULC-S650 if
installing this product in Canada.
DANGER
Always disconnect power before working on or near
any electrical components in the hood. Lock and tag
the disconnect switch or breaker to prevent accidental
power up.
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Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II 1
Receiving Table of Contents
Upon receiving the product, check to ensure all items
Receiving, Unpacking, Handling and Storage. . . . . . 2
are accounted for by referencing the delivery receipt or
Removing from Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
packing list. Inspect each crate or carton for shipping
Canopy Hood Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
damage before accepting delivery. Alert the carrier
Proximity Hood Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
of any damage detected. The customer will make
Supply Plenum
a notation of damage (or shortage of items) on the
Weights and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
delivery receipt and all copies of the bill of lading which
Prior to Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
is countersigned by the delivering carrier. If damaged,
Wall or Single Island Canopy Hoods
immediately contact your Greenheck Representative.
Hood Installation Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Any physical damage to the unit after acceptance is not
Filler Panel Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
the responsibility of Greenheck Fan Corporation.
Clearance Reduction Methods
Unpacking Top, Back, Front and End. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Verify that all required parts and the correct quantity Installing Duct Collars
of each item have been received. If any items are Exhaust Duct Collars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
missing, report shortages to your local representative Integral Supply Duct Collars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
to arrange for obtaining missing parts. Sometimes it Installing the Back Supply Plenum
is not possible that all items for the unit be shipped Install the Supply Duct Collar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
together due to availability of transportation and truck Hang the Plenum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
space. Confirmation of shipment(s) must be limited Ductwork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
to only items on the bill of lading. Filters are shipped Continuous Capture Plenum Hoods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
on a separate skid in their original packaging. Do not Installing Front/Side External Supply Plenums
remove factory packaging or install filters until just prior Using the Uni-strut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
to commissioning. Remove all other shipping/packing Using Hanger Brackets and Threaded Rod. . . . . . . . 10
materials. Installing the Supply Duct Collar to the Plenum. . . . . 10
Installing Backsplash Panels
Handling Flat Backsplash Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Units are to be rigged and moved by the lifting brackets Insulated Backsplash Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
provided or by the skid when a forklift is used. Location Installing End Skirts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
of brackets varies by model and size. Handle in such Electrical Connections
a manner as to keep from scratching or denting. Hood Lights / Fan and/or Thermal (Tempering)
Damaged finish may reduce ability of unit to resist Switches / Keypads or Touchscreens (Vari-Flow). . . 12
corrosion. Installing Enclosure Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Double Island Canopy Style Hoods
Storage Installing U-Channel Strips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Units are protected against damage during shipment. If Proximity (Backshelf) Hoods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
the unit cannot be installed and operated immediately, Plate Shelf with Duct Enclosure Installation. . . . . . . . 14
precautions need to be taken to prevent deterioration of Balancing the Kitchen Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . 15
the unit during storage. The user assumes responsibility Testing Hood Air Volume - Procedures
of the unit and accessories while in storage. The with Baffle Filters (GH Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
manufacturer will not be responsible for damage during with High Velocity Cartridge Filters (GK Series). 18-19
storage. with High Efficiency Filters (GX and GG Series). 20-21
The ideal environment for storage of the hood and Perforated Face Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
accessories is indoors, above grade in a clean, dry Short Circuit Hoods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
atmosphere that is sealed from the elements. While in Exhaust Air Balancing Baffles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
storage, inspect equipment routinely. If any moisture, Wiring Diagrams
dirt or other accumulations are found on the hood or Amerex® Wiring Plan View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
any of the parts, the source should be located and Ansul® Wiring Plan View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
eliminated. Wiring Plan View for Kitchen Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Wiring for Switch Panels and Circuit Diagrams. . . . . 28
Removing from Storage Maintenance
As equipment is removed from storage to be installed Daily, Weekly, Periodic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
in their final location, it should be protected and Condensate Hood Baffle and Air Diffusers. . . . . . . . . 29
maintained as outlined in the Handling section above. Grease Grabber™ Filters Installation & Cleaning. 29-30
Filter Washing Frequency Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintenance Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Our Commitment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

Canopy Hood Weights
Hood Depth (Multiply by Length) for Hood Weight*
Hood Model 2 ft 2.5 ft 3 ft 3.5 ft 4 ft 4.5 ft 5 ft 5.5 ft 6 ft 6.5 ft 7 ft 7.5 ft
.609 m .762 m .914 m 1.067 m 1.219 m 1.372 m 1.524 m 1.676 m 1.829 m 1.981 m 2.134 m 2.286 m
GH, GK, 30 lbs/ft 32 lbs/ft 35 lbs/ft 38 lbs/ft 40 lbs/ft

GX, GTEW 44.64 kg/m 47.62 kg/m 52.09 kg/m 56.55 kg/m 59.53 kg/m
GH, GK, 36 lbs/ft 38 lbs/ft 41 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 46 lbs/ft

GX, GTDW 53.57 kg/m 56.55 kg/m 61.01 kg/m 65.48 kg/m 68.46 kg/m
40 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 52 lbs/ft

GH, GK, GXFW 59.53 kg/m 65.48 kg/m 71.43 kg/m 77.38 kg/m

GH, GK, GXCW 71.43 kg/m 75.90 kg/m 80.36 kg/m 84.83 kg/m

GH, GK, GXSW 65.48 kg/m 71.43 kg/m 77.38 kg/m 83.34 kg/m
39 lbs/ft 41 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 47 lbs/ft 49 lbs/ft

GGEW 58.04 kg/m 61.01 kg/m 65.48 kg/m 69.94 kg/m 72.92 kg/m

GGDW 66.97 kg/m 69.94 kg/m 74.41 kg/m 78.87 kg/m 81.85 kg/m

GGFW 72.92 kg/m 78.87 kg/m 84.83 kg/m 90.78 kg/m
57 lbs/ft 60 lb/ft 63 lbs/ft 66 lbs/ft

GGCW 84.83 kg/m 89.29 kg/m 93.75 kg/m 98.22 kg/m

GGSW 78.87 kg/m 84.83 kg/m 90.78 kg/m 96.73 kg/m
52 lbs/ft 54 lbs/ft 56 lbs/ft 58 lbs/ft 61 lbs/ft 63 lbs/ft

GH, GK, GXEV 77.38 kg/m 80.36 kg/m 83.34 kg/m 86.31 kg/m 90.78 kg/m 93.75 kg/m
61 lbs/ft 66 lbs/ft 68 lbs/ft 72 lbs/ft 75 lbs/ft 79 lbs/ft

GH, GK, GXFV 90.78 kg/m 98.22 kg/m 101.20 kg/m 107.15 kg/m 111.61 kg/m 117.56 kg/m

GH, GK, GXCV 120.54 kg/m 125.01 kg/m 129.47 kg/m 133.93 kg/m

GH, GK, GXSV 98.22 kg/m 102.68 kg/m 107.15 kg/m 113.10 kg/m 117.56 kg/m
20 lbs/ft 24 lbs/ft 28 lbs/ft 32 lbs/ft 36 lbs/ft 40 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 52 lbs/ft

GO/GD1 29.76 kg/m 35.72 kg/m 41.67 kg/m 47.62 kg/m 53.57 kg/m 59.52 kg/m 65.48 kg/m 71.43 kg/m 77.38 kg/m
43 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 53 lbs/ft 58 lbs/ft 63 lbs/ft 68 lbs/ft 73 lbs/ft

GD2 63.99 kg/m 71.43 kg/m 78.87 kg/m 86.31 kg/m 93.75 kg/m 101.20 kg/m 108.64 kg/m
58 lbs/ft 64 lbs/ft 70 lbs/ft 76 lbs/ft 82 lbs/ft 88 lbs/ft 94 lbs/ft

GD3 86.31 kg/m 95.24 kg/m 104.17 kg/m 113.10 kg/m 122.03 kg/m 130.96 kg/m 139.89 kg/m
*Hood weight calculations are based on standard selection. Hood height, accessories and material gauge affect overall hood weight.
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Proximity Hood Weights
Hood weight is determined using a simple formula. Select the figures provided in columns A and B (see tables) from
the three respective categories—Hood Width, Filter Type and Hood Height—based on the hood received. Total
the three numbers in column A and the three numbers in column B. Place the sum for column A and the sum for
column B in the Hood Weight equation where shown and solve for the total Hood Weight.
IMPERIAL A B METRIC A B
Category 1: Hood Width (in.) Category 1: Hood Width (cm)
23 - 25 1.3 28 58.42 - 63.50 0.232 12.68
26 - 28 1.35 30 66.04 - 71.12 0.241 13.59
29 - 32 1.4 31.5 73.66 - 81.28 0.250 14.27
33 - 36 1.45 33.5 83.82 - 91.44 0.259 15.18
Category 2: Filter Type Category 2: Filter Type
Baffle 0.3 0 Baffle 0.054 0
Grease-X-Tractor™ Grease-X-Tractor™
0.4 0 0.071 0
or Cartridge or Cartridge
Grease Grabber™ 1 0 Grease Grabber™ 0.178 0
Category 3: Hood Height (in.) Category 3: Hood Height (cm)
24 - 27 0 0 60.96 - 68.58 0.000 0
28 - 33 0.08 5 71.12 - 83.82 0.014 2.27
34 - 38 0.16 10 86.36 - 96.52 0.029 4.53
39 - 42 0.24 15 99.06 - 106.68 0.043 6.80
Example: A B Example: A B
Category 1: Hood Width 23 - 25 1.3 28 Category 1: Hood Width 58.42 - 63.50 0.232 12.68
Category 2: Filter Type Baffle 0.3 0 Category 2: Filter Type Baffle 0.054 0
Category 3: Hood Height 24 - 27 0 0 Category 3: Hood Height 60.96 - 68.58 0 0
Total: 1.6 28 Total: 1.6 28
Hood Weight Equation (lb.) Hood Weight Equation (kg.)

A x Length (in.) + B = Weight (lb.) A x Length (cm.) + B = Weight (kg.)
1.6 x 48 + 28 = 104.8 lb. 0.286 x 121.92 + 12.68 = 47.5 kg.
Supply Plenum - Weights and Dimensions

External Supply Weight Width Height Length per section
Plenum Type lbs/ft kg/m in. mm in. mm ft. m
Refer to Air Curtain Refer Air Curtain
Air Curtain Supply (ASP) Supply Plenum Supply Plenum 10 to 24 254.0 to 609.6 10 254.0 3 to 16 .91 to 4.88
Weight Table Weight Table
Split Air Curtain Supply
15.5 23.07 24 609.6 10 254.0 3 to 16 .91 to 4.88
(Split ASP)
Back Supply (BSP) 35.0 52.09 6 152.4 Variable Variable 3 to 16 .91 to 4.88
Horizontal Supply (HSP) 14.0 20.83 12 304.8 18 457.2 3 to 16 .91 to 4.88
Variable Supply (VSP) 16.0 23.81 12 304.8 18 457.2 3 to 16 .91 to 4.88
Air Curtain Supply Plenum Width (inches)

Weight
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
lbs/ft 8.3 8.6 8.9 9.2 9.5 9.8 10.1 10.4 10.7 11.1 11.3 11.6 11.9 12.2 12.5
kg/m 12.35 12.80 13.24 13.69 14.14 14.58 15.03 15.48 15.92 16.52 16.82 17.26 17.71 18.16 18.60

Prior to Installation Wall or Single Island Canopy Hoods
Prior to installation, check with the Authorities Having Hood Installation Overview
Jurisdiction (AHJ) on clearance requirements to
1. If the hood is provided with filler panels, shipped
structures surrounding the hood and other equipment.
loose, install them now. See page 7, Filler Panel
Verify there is enough space to safely lift hood up into
Installation. Filler panels may be integral to the
its operating position and enough clearance around
hood, which requires no additional installation.
the hood for components like fire system connections,
hood lights, hood control components, etc. Consider 2. If the hood is equipped with Clearance Reduction
access for servicing the equipment and the different Methods, refer to pages 7 and 8 for special
components when locating the hood. considerations with hanging the hood.
If the hood is a grease hood (Type I), the UL label 3. If the hood is provided with hood/duct sensors or
located on the end panel on the inside of the hood thermostats, install them now. See the Installation
will provide pertinent information regarding the hood and Operations guide provided with the control
installation. Information includes: panel.
• Allowable cooking surface temperatures of the
/ in. threaded
1 2 rod by 4. If the hood was provided with either exhaust
cooking equipment collars or supply collars that have shipped loose,
it is recommended that the exhaust and supply
• Front and side overhang/underhang requirements openings are cut and collars are attached now,
• Minimum exhaust (and possibly supply) airflow prior to hanging the hood. See page 8, Installing
requirements Duct Collars.
• Hood lighting load information and restrictions 5 If the hood is provided with a back supply plenum
• Filter information (BSP) install it now. See page 9, Installing the Back
Supply Plenum.
• Fire damper fusible link replacement information, if
applicable 6. If possible, connect (weld) exhaust duct to the
on t hood while on the floor, unless it prohibits the hood
With the hood still inside its packingFrcrate, position the
from being raised into place. For information on
unit beneath its installation location. Carefully remove
ductwork, see page 9, Ductwork.
the packing crate and place some protective material on
the floor next to the crate to avoid damaging the hood 7. At this point, drill holes in the building structural
as it is tipped on its side. Tip the hood carefully onto the support system or utilize uni-strut to match up with
protective material. the hanger bracket holes. Then slowly and evenly
raise the hood into position and insert 1/2-inch
(12.7 mm) diameter threaded rod (provided by
others) between the hanger brackets and structure.
For Type I hoods, the hood hanging height
requirements are given on the UL label. Typical
Bottom of Hood canopy hood hanging height will be 80 inches
(198.12 cm) off the finished floor.
NOTE
Pallet
If the hood is supplied with ceiling enclosures, the
Protective Material
height of the enclosures will typically be the distance
from the ceiling to the top of the hood. Use this
dimension to find the hood’s hanging height off of the
floor.
For questions regarding the supporting structure and

its integrity, either the contractor or structural engineer
needs to be consulted.
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Wall or Single Island Canopy Hoods - continued
15. If the hood is provided with enclosure panels,
NOTE
install them now. See page 13, Installing Enclosure
All hanger brackets MUST be used and the hood must Panels.
be properly supported while lifting to prevent damage 16. Install the rest of the hood accessories provided.
or distortion to the hood. This may include grease filters or condensate hood
NOTE baffles, grease cups, light bulbs (provided by others
The hood MUST be hung evenly. If hung unevenly, unless LED tube style), light globes, and trim strips.
this may cause grease drainage problems. Provide It is recommended that the protective plastic sheeting
additional support if necessary so that the hood remain on the hood until fully installed to better protect
doesn’t move in a manner that is acceptable with the the product from scratching and marking. Once
Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). removed, use stainless steel polish, such as BlueAway
or equivalent, to clean the hood and/or remove marks
WARNING or discoloration. Be sure to wipe with the grain and not
When mounting the hood or any components against against it.
the hood, never puncture or drill into the canopy. This
will void the hood listing and warranty.
8. If the hood was provided in sections with the
continuous capture option, once each hood
section is hung, install this option now. See page 9,
Continuous Capture Plenum Hoods.
9. If the hood was provided with any front or side
external supply plenums (other than the back
supply plenum), install these now. See page 10,
Installing Front/Side External Supply Plenums.
10. Install the remainder of both the exhaust and
supply ductwork. For further guidelines see page 9,
Ductwork.
11. If the hood is provided with any backsplash/
sidesplash panels, install them now. See page 11,
Installing Backsplash Panels.
12. If the hood is provided with any end skirts, install
them now. See page 12, Installing End Skirts.
13. If the hood is a Type I hood, it will require a fire
suppression system. Once the Type I hood(s)
and ductwork are fully installed, appliances are
in place and walls are complete, the fire system
should be completed. If the hood is provided with
a full factory-coordinated fire suppression system
installation, the certified fire system installer should
be contacted at this time to complete the final
hookups, testing and system certification based
upon manufacturer’s specification and local fire
codes. If the hood is not provided with either pre-
piping only or no fire suppression system, it is the
responsibility of a certified fire system installer
to install, test and certify the system based upon
manufacturer’s specification and local fire codes.
14. If the hood is provided with a control package,
these will need to be installed and wired by the
jobsite electrician. This typically includes wiring the
hood temperature sensors, hood lights and wiring
the fire suppression micro-switches. For general
hood electrical connections, see page 12, Electrical
Connections. If applicable, see the Installation
and Operations guide provided with the control
package.

Filler Panel Installation Clearance Reduction Methods
TOP CLEARANCE REDUCTION OPTIONS
1. Uncrate the hood and lay it on the floor with Clearance reduction methods have been evaluated and
protective material between the hood and the floor. tested and are listed by UL (Underwriters Laboratory).
2. Bolt the filler panels together with 5/16 in. bolts The method of test was derived from the UL 710 test
provided in the hardware package. standard.
3. Position the filler panels to the hood back, and tack- The hood may be installed with zero clearance to
weld them into place. combustible materials if constructed in the following
manner.
HOOD
1. One inch (2.54 cm) thick layer of insulation of Owens
Corning® Type 475, Johns Manville Type 475, IIG®
TOP CLEARANCE REDUCTION OPTIONS
MinWool-1200® Flexible Batt, or Knauf Insulation
HOOD
Type EI 475.
2. Insulation must be held securely in place. Pins that
HOOD
are welded or secured with an adhesive may be
3" UN-INSULATED BACK STANDOFF.
MEETS NFPA96 REQUIREMENTS FOR
used.
CLEARANCE TO LIMITED COMBUSTIBLE
SURFACES
TACK-WELDED TO 3. A backsplash panel must be attached to the wall

HOOD BACK
(insulated or uninsulated).
5/16 IN. X 3/4 IN. BOLTS
WITH WASHERS & NUTS RIGHT FILLER PANEL CLEARANCE REDUCTION
To comply with the METHODS
UL Listing, the cooking appliances
BOTTOM FILLER PANEL must be as follows: CLEARANCE REDUCTION METHODS
END CLEARANCE REDUCTION OPTIONS
• Maximum surface temperature is 700°F(UNDERWRITERS
(371°C)
CLEARANCE REDUCTION METHODS HAVE BEEN EVALUATE
LABORATORIES). THE METHOD OF TEST W
4. To allow for ease of cleaning, caulk the external STANDARD.
• Appliances are located at least 3 in. (7.62 cm) from
THE HOOD MAY BE INSTALLED WITH 0" CLEARANCE TO CO
seams with NSF Approved silicone caulk (GE the rear wall IN THE FOLLOWING WAY:
- 1 INCH THICK LAYER OF INSULATION OF TYPE OWENS CO
SCS1009, or its equivalent). The caulk is not • Appliances are at least 40 in. (101.6 cm)- INSULATION
below MUSTthe
IIG MINERAL WOOL TYPE 1200 FLEXIBLE BATT, TYPE KNA
BE HELD SECURELY IN PLACE. PINS TH
provided. 3" UN-INSULATED BACK STANDOFF.
MEETS NFPA96 REQUIREMENTS FOR
bottom front edge of the hood
ADHESIVE MAY BE USED.
- A BACK SPLASH PANEL MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE WAL
CLEARANCE TO LIMITED COMBUSTIBLE
SURFACES
TO COMPLY WITH THE UL LISTING, THE COOKING APPLIAN
The hood may be installed with 3 in. (7.62 --cm) clearance
MAX SURFACE TEMP IS 700 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT.
LOCATED AT LEAST 3" FROM REAR WALL
to limited combustible materials per NFPA 96 if
- LOCATED AT LEAST 40" BELOW BOTTOM FRONT EDGE OF
CLEARANCE REDUCTION METHODS constructed in one of the following methods:THE HOOD MAY BE INSTALLED WITH 3" CLEARANCE TO LIM
CONSTRUCTED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING METHODS:
- 3" REAR UN-INSULATED STANDOFF
• 3 in. (7.62 cm) rear uninsulated stand-off
- 3" TOP ENCLOSURE PANEL SYSTEM
- 3" END UN-INSULATED STANDOFF
• 3OPTIONS
END CLEARANCE REDUCTION in. (7.62 cm) top enclosure panel system
• 3 in. (7.62 cm) end uninsulated stand-off
Top Clearance Reduction Options
One inch (2.54 cm) layer of insulation installed on top
of the hood (optional) meets zero inch requirements for
clearance to combustible surfaces as outlined under the
clearance reductions methods.
Three inches (7.62 cm) uninsulated airspace installed on

top of hood (optional) meets NFPA 96 requirements for
clearance to limited combustible surfaces.
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Back and Front Clearance Reduction Options Installing Duct Collars
One inch (2.54 cm) layer of insulation in 3 in. (7.62 cm)
back stand-off meets zero inch requirements for
Exhaust Duct Collars
clearance to combustible surfaces as outlined under the 1. The exhaust duct connection needs to be located
clearance reduction methods. within 48 in. (121.92 cm) from the center of the hood
length to the center of the duct connection and
Three inches (7.62 cm) uninsulated back stand-off
within shaded area asBracket
shown.
meets NFPA 96 requirements for clearance to limited Hanger 3 in.
combustible surfaces. Top View of the Hood

Hanger Bracket 3 in.
Exhaust Plenum 14 in.
One inch (2.54 cm) layer of insulation factory-installed
on the front of the hood (optional) meets zero inch Exhaust Plenum 14 in.
Duct cut out area Hood
requirements for clearance to combustible surfaces. Width
Duct cut out area Hood

Width
16 in.
Supply Plenum
16 in.
Supply Plenum
8 in. Front of hood 8 in. 3 in.
Hood Length
8 in. Front of hood 8 in. 3 in.

Hood Length
Back View of the Hood

8 in. 8 in.
1 in. Hood Top
End Clearance Reduction Options 1 in.

12 in.
8 in.
Hood Top
Exhaust Plenum
8 in.
HangerOne inch (2.54 cm) layer of insulation factory-installed

Bracket 12 in. Exhaust Plenum
Duct cut out area
on the end of the hood (optional) meets zero inch
requirements for clearance to combustible surfaces Duct cut out area
under the clearance reduction methods. 2. The exhaust duct connection is to be a continuous
Exhaust Plenum
Three inches (7.62 cm) uninsulated airspace installed on liquid-tight weld. Weld with a non-ferrous filler wire,
Exhaust Duct
end of hood (optional). Meets NFPA 96 requirements for such as silicon bronze or stainless steel filler wire.
Connection
clearance to limited combustible surfaces. Protect all stainless steel areas from weld splatter.
Integral Supply Duct Collars
Duct cut out area
1. The supply duct
Exhaust connection
duct connection isneeds
to be a to be located
within thecontinuous
shadedliquid tight weld
Supply Plenumto hood.
area as in the
drawing above.
2. The supply duct connection is tack-welded at 1 to
2 inch (2.54 to 5.08 cm) intervals or sheet metal
Supply Plenum screws at 3 to 6 in. (7.62 to 15.24 cm) spacing to
the hood.
Supply duct connection to be tack
Front of hood welded with 1 to 2 inch tack or
sheet metal screws at 3 to 6 inch
Supply Duct spacing to hood.
Connection
3. For hoods that are insulated, the edges of the

insulation must be taped after the hole is cut. (The
insulation tape Internal Supply
Supply Fire Damper
is provided by Chamber
others).
4. On combination
Exhaust Plenum hoods, make Hood
certain the
fire damper
Duct cut out area is located
over the Insulated
Supply
internal supply Plenum
chamber.
Exhaust Capture

FIG. 9 FIG. 10
Installing the Back Supply Plenum Ductwork

Install the Supply Duct Collar Exhaust - As specified in NFPA 96, Ch. 7.5 (latest
1. Find the center of the back supply plenum.
FIG. 12 edition), exhaust
FIG. 13duct systems must be constructedFIG.
in 14
the following manner:
2. If the back supply plenum is to have
one opening, cut the opening such
L (MODULE LENGTH)
Materials: Ducts
L/4
shall be constructed of and supported
L (MODULE LENGTH)
that it is centered at L /2 from the
L/2
L/2 by carbon steel not less than 1.37 mm (0.054 in.) (No.
plenum end. (Fig. 1) FIG. 10 16 MSG) in thickness, orL/2stainless steel not less than
1.09 mm (0.043 in.) (No. 18 MSG) in L/4 thickness.
3. If the back supply plenum is to have
two openings, cut openings such Installation: All seams, joints, penetrations, and duct to
that they are centered at L /4 from hood collar connections shall have a liquid‑tight external
FIG. 12
each end of the plenum.
FIG. 9 FIG. 13 weld.
FIG. 10 If you have an automatic fire damper, please refer
FIG. 14
(Fig. 2) Fig. 1
to that manual for installation instructions now.
Supply - Supply ductwork (where applicable) should
L (MODULE LENGTH)
4. L/2Place the duct L/4 L (MODULE LENGTH)
collar(s)
L/2
over the be connected to the hood in a manner approved by the
L/2
opening(s), fastening local code authorities.
with screws or L/4
NOTE
tack‑welds every FIG. 15
4 to 6 in. (10.16 to For hoods with fire dampers in the exhaust and
15.24 cm). (Fig. 3) supply duct collars, an access panel for cleaning andFIG. 16
inspection shall be provided in the duct. This panel
Hang the Plenum Fig. 2
shall be as close to the hood as possible but should
5. Hang the back not exceed 18 in. (45.72 cm).
FIG. supply
13 plenum FIG. 12 FIG.
FIG.14
13 FIG. 14
For proper installation of duct collars when they are
from the ceiling. L (MODULE LENGTH)
shipped unattached, see page 8.
FIG.
The back supply plenum
L/4 L (MODULE LENGTH)
L/2
L/2
L/4 15 L (MODULE LENGTH)
needs to be mounted 31.25 in.
L/2
L/2 CAULK
(79.375 cm) above the finished
L/4
floor. This is measured L/4 from the Continuous

FIG. 16 Capture Plenum Hoods BOLT
lowest rear edge of the back 1. Remove the support angles

supply plenum to the finished provided for support during
floor. (Fig. 4) Fig. 3
FASTENERS HOLDING THE
BACKSUPPLY TO THE WALL shipping on the open
SUPPORT ANGLE
Hang using threaded rod end panels. Install

placed through the hanger brackets. and level both HOOD TO
FIG. 15
hoods. 31.25 INCH
CRITICAL
HOOD EN
NT
RO
DIMENSION REMOVE
SUPPORT OD
F
FIG. 16 ANGLES ON HO FIG. 17
THE OPEN
END PANEL
HOOD
1. REMOVE SUPPORT ANGLE ON OPEN END PANEL

FASTENERS HOLDING THE CAULK
BACKSUPPLY TO THE WALL ACORN 2. RAISE ALL HOODS INTO APPROPRIATE LOCATION
FIG. 16 FR
ON
T BOLT NUT FIG. 17
AND SUPPORT PER CONSTRUCTION PLANS.
O D 3. FASTEN TOP ANGLES TOGETHER USING 1/4 in. BO

HO U-CLIP
4. FASTEN HOODS TOGETHER USING U-CLIPS, 1/4 in
& CAP NUTS AS INDICATED.
31.25 INCH Fig. 5 5. CAULK ALL SEAMS AS NECESSARY.
CRITICAL
DIMENSION
2. After leveling, secure the SUPPORT ANGLES BOLT OR WELD

hoods together by tack-
welding and/or bolting the
BACKSUPPLY TO THE WALL
FIG. 20 FIG. 23
angles that are located at
HOOD TOP
31.25 INCH
CRITICAL
DIMENSION
theDRILLED
HOLE top of the hoods along ON
T
HOOD END
Fig. 4 BY INSTALLER
REMOVE
its width (Fig. 5).
SUPPORT
ANGLES ON HOO
D FR
THE OPEN
HOOD END PANEL
3. Next, fasten the hoods
END PANEL
6. Fasten the back supply to the wall, going through the 1/4together at NUT
INCH BOLT AND CAP its inside
SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER
plenum profile using Fig. 6
lower back supply wall.
u-clips and bolts (Fig. 6).
1. REMOVE SUPPORT ANGLE ON OPEN END PANEL.
• These fasteners are to help maintain the location of ON

T
2. RAISE ALL HOODS INTO APPROPRIATE LOCATION
AND SUPPORT PER CONSTRUCTION PLANS.
HOOD
the back supply, and are not intended to hold the HO

OD
FR
Caulk this joint with NSF 3. FASTEN TOP ANGLES TOGETHER USING 1/4 in. BOLTS & NUTS (BY OTHERS).
FIG. 20 FIG. 23
Approved silicone caulk
4. FASTEN HOODS TOGETHER USING U-CLIPS, 1/4 in. BOLTS
weight of the back supply unit.

& CAP NUTS AS INDICATED.
CAULK
5. CAULK ALL SEAMS AS NECESSARY. ACORN
31.25 INCH FIG. 20 (GE SCS1009FIG. 23 or its BOLT NUT
FIG. 53
•T
he fasteners should
CRITICAL
DIMENSION
not interfere with the
HOLE DRILLED
BY INSTALLER
equivalent). The caulk is U-CLIP
removable air diffusers. FULL END SKIRT HOLE DRILLED

BY INSTALLER
HOOD not provided.
END PANEL
HOOD FRONT PANEL SLIDE FLANGE
BEHIND BACK
HOOD FRONT PANEL OF THE HOOD
HOOD END PANEL
ATTACH TO WALL
1/4 INCH BOLT AND CAP NUT HEMMED EDGE
FASTENERS BY OTHERS
9REMOVABL
SUPPORT ANGLES BOLT OR WELD
®
SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER 1/4 INCH BOLT AND CAP NUT
SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II
HOOD TOP
HANGING METHODS FOR SUPPLY PLENUMS
ASP, FSP AND VSP
OPTION #1 = HANGING CLIP
OPTION #2 = UNI-STRUT
Installing Front/Side External Supply Plenums
OPTION #3 = THREADED ROD
Using the Uni-strut 1. Insert 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) diameter threaded rod (by
others) into hanger brackets on the external supply
THREADED ROD
SUPPLIED BY OTHERS
plenum top. Raise and hang the external supply
plenum from adequate roof or ceiling supports.
TOP VIEW
OPTIONAL UTILITY CABINET

HOOD
NOTE
UNI-STRUT (U-CHANNEL)
SUPPLIED BY OTHERS
Ensure the external supplyFOR plenum
PLENUMS <= 96
2 CLIPS ARE NEEDED
isINCHES
installed
(243.8 CM)
EXTERNAL
SUPPLY flush with the hood front and
FOR PLENUMS > 96 INCHES (243.8 level
is plumb and CM) by
PLENUM
adjusting the threaded rod(s). There
3 CLIPS ARE NEEDED
should
THE THIRD CLIP IS LOCATED be no gap
between the bottom of theINPLENUM
THE CENTER OF THE
external
LENGTH supply plenum
END VIEW and the hood after installation and adjustments are
completed. ATTACH HANGING CLIP TO
HOOD STANDING SEAM WITH
THE SUPPLIED "C" CLAMPS
2. The external supply plenum should be resting
(OPTIONAL: DRILL AND BOLT A
HOOD
lightly against the hood. The hood is only used to
1/4-20 SS BOLT THROUGH
THE CLIP AND HOOD STANDING
position the plenum; it is not SEAM)
intended to support the
The uni-strut (supplied by others) supporting the hood plenum. All hanger brackets on the external supply
OPTION #1 HANGING CLIP
may be cantilevered over the end of the hood. Utilizing plenum must (29.2
11.5 IN.
be CM) used and the plenum must be
the external supply plenum’s hanger brackets, securely
"C" CLAMP
properly supported while lifting to prevent damage or
HOOD STANDING SEAM
fasten to the uni-strut. 23.5 IN.
distortion.
(59.69 CM)The external TOPsupply plenum must be level
HANGING CLIP FASTENED TO PLENUM SHELL
VIEW
THREADED
HANGING CLIP to operate properly. SUPPLY PLENUM
ROD
TURNBUCKLE
NOTE
HANGING CLIP COULD BE 23.5 INCHES (59.69 CM) FROM END IF THERE IS
HOOD FRONT SUPPLY PLENUM SHELL
After hanging, secure the external supply plenum to HANGER
HOOD
A UTILITY CABINET ON THE END OF THE HOOD
BRACKET
UNI-STRUT the hood (or to another external supply plenum) using
EXTERNAL
(U-CHANNEL) the supplied turnbuckle(s).
SUPPLY PLENUM
Use caution tensioning the
NOTE:
turnbuckle.
SUPPLY PLENUMS ARE STANDARDLY SUPPLIED WITH HANGING CLIPS (OPTION 1),
Too much
HANGER tension
BRACKET may cause the bottom
IF OPTION #1 IS NOT APPLICABLE, USE OPTIONS 2 0R 3 of the external supply plenum to pull away from
the hood or cause the face of the hood to become HOOD
deformed. EXTERNAL
THREADED SUPPLY
ROD PLENUM
TURNBUCKLE
HOOD HANGER
Air Curtain Supply (ASP) BRACKET
UNI-STRUT Horizontal Supply Plenum (HSP)
(U-CHANNEL) EXTERNAL
Variable Supply Plenum (VSP) SUPPLY PLENUM
Mounted with uni-strut and threaded rod HANGER BRACKET
When using the uni-strut (supplied by others), it must be HOOD

bolted to the hood and external supply plenum hanger EXTERNAL
SUPPLY
brackets. PLENUM
NOTE
The uni-strut needs to be the full length of the hood 3. It is recommended that caulk be applied at the
and the external supply plenum. mating seams and surfaces of the external supply
plenum, the hood, and the wall. If the external supply
Using Hanger Brackets and Threaded Rod plenum is next to a wall, you will need to caulk
FIG. 9 FIG. 9 FIG. 10 FIG. 10
around the surface next to the wall. Caulk the joints
with NSF Approved silicone caulk (GE SCS1009, or
its equivalent). The caulk is not provided.
Installing the Supply Duct Collar to the Plenum

Place the duct collar(s) over the opening, fastening
with tack-welds at 1 to 2 in. (2.54 to 5.08 cm) intervals,
or sheet metal screws at 3 to 6 in. (7.62 to 15.24 cm)
Air Curtain Horizontal Supply Plenum (HSP)
intervals.
Supply Plenum
FIG. 12 FIG. 12
(ASP)
FIG. 13 Variable
FIG. 13
Supply FIG.
Plenum
14 (VSP)
FIG. 14
L (MODULE LENGTH) L (MODULE LENGTH)

L/4 L/4
L (MODULE LENGTH) L (MODULE LENGTH)
L/2 L/2
L/2 L/2
L/2 L/2
10 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II L/4 L/4

®
Installing Backsplash Panels
Flat Backsplash Panel Insulated Backsplash Panel
Material: Stainless Material: Stainless
Insulation: 1 in. (25.4 mm) 1 IN. (25.4 MM)
WALL
STENERS HOLDING THE
KSUPPLY TO THE WALL
HEIGHT
31.25 INCH
CRITICAL
DIMENSION
LENGTH
NOTE NOTE
0 • Backsplash length up to 47.25WALL inches (1200.15 mm) Panels up toFIG.
45 in.
23 (1143 mm) wide ship in one piece;
wide ship in one piece; panel lengths over over 45 in. (1143 mm) in multiple pieces.
47.25 inches (1200.15 mm) ship in multiple pieces
HOLE DRILLED
when panel height is <66 inches (1674.4 HEIGHT
BY INSTALLER mm) or
>80 inches (2032 mm). HOOD FRONT PANEL
HOOD END PANEL
• Backsplash length up to 48 inches (1219.2 mm)
wide ship in one piece; panel lengths over 48 inches
1/4 INCH BOLT AND CAP NUT
(1219.2 mm)
SUPPLIEDship in multiple pieces when panel
BY MANUFACTURER
height is ≥66 inches (1676.4 mm) or ≤80 inches
(2032 mm).
1. After hood is hung into position, slide the flat flange

of the backsplash panel behind the back of the
LENGTH
hood. If the hood is provided with flat backsplash
panels, divider bars will be provided. Install divider
L END SKIRT SLIDE FLANGE
bars between panels as shown in the flat backsplash BEHIND BACK BACKSPLASH PANEL
panel section view. OF THE HOOD
CH TO WALL
BY OTHERS 2. After the backsplash
HEMMED EDGE panel and dividers have been
positioned, drill holes in the panel and fasten to SECTION VIEW
OF BACKSPLASH
the wall. (Fasteners provided by others). The holes PANEL OVERLAP
should be spaced to adequately
1 IN. (25.4secure
MM) the panel to
the wall.
WALL
3. Caulk the joints between the hood and the
backsplash panel with NSF Approved silicone caulk
(GE SCS1009 or its equivalent). Caulk provided by
others. HEIGHT
4. Caulk the joint between the backsplash panels when
multiple panels are required with NSF Approved
(GE SCS1009 or its equivalent). Caulk provided by
others.
LENGTH
®
BACKSUPPLY TO THE WALL
Installing End Skirts 31.25 INCH Electrical Connections

CRITICAL
1. After the hood is hung in position, line up the DIMENSION
top of See pages 25-28 for more wiring details regarding the
the end skirt with the end panels of the hood. fire system, fan control and switches.
2. Drill a hole in the hood end panel to line up with Hood Lights
the hole in the end skirt. Attach the end skirt with a
If the hood is provided with lights, a junction box will be
1/4 in. bolt and cap nut to the inside of the hood, or
located on top of the hood for field connections. Use
tack-weld the end skirt to the hood.
minimum 14 AWG copper wire. Light bulbs will not be
3. Position the end skirt against the wall and attach. provided (unless equipped with LED tube style fixtures).
The method depends on the wall construction. For incandescent or compact fixtures, standard light
(Fasteners provided by others). bulbs up to 100 watts may be used.
4. Caulk the internal joint formed by the end skirt and
the hood end panel with NSF Approved silicone CAUTION
caulk (GE SCS1009 or its equivalent). The caulk is For multiple hood systems that have more than 14
not provided. lights total, incandescent or fluorescent, the hood
5. FIG. 20 for ease in cleaning, also caulk all the
To allow lights must be wired to multiple circuits. Each
FIG. 23 circuit
external seams. must have less than 14 lights total.
HOLE DRILLED WARNING
BY INSTALLER
All 120 VAC field wiring (or higher) must be high HO
temperature rated and must HOODbe routed through hard
END PANEL
or flex conduit. All low voltage field wiring should be

1/4 INCH BOLT AND CAP NUT plenum rated if not routed through conduit. All wiring
should not come in contact with the surface of the
hood.
Hood Light, Fan and/or Thermal (Tempering)

Switches
If the hood is provided with hood light, fan and/or
thermal (tempering) switches and the switches are
FULL END SKIRT located on a hood mountedSLIDE utility cabinet or on the face
FLANGE
of the hood, a junction box will beBACK
BEHIND located on top of the BACKSPL
OF THE HOOD
hood for field connections and must be connected in
ATTACH TO WALL
FASTENERS BY OTHERS
HEMMED EDGE the field (unless factory-wired). Use minimum 14 AWG
copper wire for all 120 VAC field connections. Standard
switches will be rated for 15 amps. Higher amperage
switches are available upon request.
Keypads or Touchscreens (Vari-Flow)
If the hood system is equipped with a Vari-Flow control
panel, it may be equipped with either a keypad or
touchscreen that can be mounted on a hood-mounted
utility cabinet or mounted on the face of the hood. The
keypad/touchscreen may be factory connected and
wired to a female-to-female connector on top of the
hood where the field will have to run factory-provided
cabling from this connector back to the control panel.
See the Vari-Flow wiring schematic and Installation and
Operation Manual for more details.
Plenum LED Puck Lights
If the hood is provided with plenums equipped with
120 VAC LED puck lights, a junction box will be
located on top of the plenum for field connections. Use
minimum 14 AWG copper wire for field connections.
Each light uses 3.5 watts.

Installing Enclosure Panels Double Island Canopy Style Hoods
Before installing the enclosure panels, make sure
NOTE
the hood is hung in position with all the ductwork
attached and all fire system and electrical connections Before hanging the hoods, please verify the hood
completed. marks to ensure the correct hood is hung on the
correct side.
1. Position the end enclosure panels on the hood, and
clamp into place with clamps provided or tack-weld A double island hood is created by installing two
the panels into place. wall style hoods back to back. Use the installation
2. Fasten the end enclosure panels to the wall; method procedure described for single island canopy hoods;
depends on wall construction. (Fasteners provided install and level both hoods. After leveling, secure the
by others). hoods together by tack-welding and/or bolting the rear
If the hood is a double island, bolt the end enclosure mounting brackets together. Double island hoods may
panels together. (Fasteners provided by others). also be provided with a U-Channel to seal the seam
between the two hoods.
3. Position the front enclosure panel(s) on the hood,
and bolt to the end enclosure panels with the 5/16 in. Installing U-Channel Strip
bolts provided in the hardware package. 1. After the hood is hung in position and leveled, apply
4. Tack-weld or clamp the front enclosure panel(s) caulk to the inside edge of the double island clip.
to the hood. If clamps are used, they must be 2. Position and install the clip by tapping into position
positioned 4 in. (10.16 cm)INSTALLATION
from the ends and in the
INSTRUCTIONS along clip (friction fit).
1. AFTER HOOD IS HUNG IN POSITION AND LEVELED.
center of the front enclosure panel.
2. APPLY SILICONE CAULK TO INSIDE3.OF
Caulk
DOUBLEedges to seal out grease and allow for ease
ISLAND
5. To allow for ease of cleaning, caulkCLIP.
the external of cleaning. Caulk with NSF Approved silicone caulk
3. POSITION AND INSTALL CLIP BY TAPPING
seams with NSF Approved INTOsilicone caulkALONG CLIP (FRICTION(GE
POSITION FIT).SCS1009 or its equivalent). The caulk is not
4. CAULK
(GE SCS1009, or its equivalent). EDGES
The caulkTOisSEAL
not OUT provided.
GREASE AND ALLOW FOR EASE
provided. OF CLEANING. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. AFTER HOOD IS HUNG IN POSITION AND LEV
NOTE 2. APPLY SILICONE CAULK TO INSIDE OF DOUB
ISLAND CLIP.
Installation instructions may not be applicable for M-
1B 3. POSITION AND INSTALL CLIP BY TAPPING
ITE INTO POSITION ALONG CLIP (FRICTION FIT).
concrete ceilings. 4. CAULK EDGES TO SEAL OUT
HOOD-1A
BOLT PANELS TOGETHER
GREASE 1A AND ALLOW FOR EASE
M-
WITH 5/16 INCH BOLTS OFITECLEANING.
HOOD-1B
SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER T
ON
FR
D
HOO
SILICONE CAULK
(GE SCS1009)
HOOD-1A
DOUBLE ISLAND CLIP
DOUBLE ISLAND CLIP
HOOD-1B
CLAMP PANELS TO HOOD

STANDING SEAM WITH HARDWARE
DETAIL
SUPPLIED A
BY MANUFACTURER SILICONE CAULK
(GE SCS1009)
END ENSLOSURE FRONT ENCLOSURE PANEL

PANEL DOUBLE ISLAND CLIP
DOUBLE IS
END ENSLOSURE
PANEL
DETAIL A
HO
OD
TO
P
HO
OD
BA
CK
ATTACH TO WALL
FASTENERS BY OTHERS
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Proximity (Backshelf) Hoods
A proximity style hood is designed to be mounted close Plate Shelf with Duct Enclosure Installation
to the cooking appliance If the proximity hood is provided with a plate shelf, this
and typically incorporates will be factory mounted to the hood (shown loose in
underhang instead of figure below). Similar to the standard enclosure panel
overhang as utilized with installation procedures, make sure the hood is hung in
canopy style hoods. UL Vertical Distance
Above Cooking Surface position with all the ductwork attached and fire system
The proximity design, in and electrical connections completed before attaching
addition to the hanger the enclosures.
brackets, may include a 1. Tack-weld or clamp end enclosure panels into place
back mounting flange. (clamps provided).
Therefore, hanging the
hood differs slightly from 2. Attach the end enclosure panels to the wall (fasteners
that of a wall or single are not provided).
island canopy hood. 3. Position the front enclosure panel(s) on the hood and
1. Locate the studs in the wall. bolt to the end enclosure with the 5/16 inch bolts
provided.
2. Drill 1/2 inch (13 mm) diameter holes in the hood
mounting flange. Be sure to align to wall studs. 4. Tack-weld or clamp the front enclosure panel(s)
to the hood. If clamps are used, they must be
3. Lift hood into a level position and lag bolt hood to positioned 4 inches (100 mm) from the ends and in
wall (fasteners by others). the center of the front enclosure panel.
4. Bolt 1/2 inch threaded rod into the remaining hanging 5. To allow for ease of cleaning, caulk the external
brackets. seams with NSF Approved silicone caulk (GE
5. Fasten threaded rod to the ceiling supports, then SCS1009, or its equivalent). The caulk is not
level the hood. provided.
NOTE
Mounting Flange Installation instructions may not be applicable for
concrete ceilings.
anels
ure P
Enclos
End
Hanger Brackets
e
losur
t Enc
Fron
Shelf
Plate
Standing
Seam
If the proximity hood was provided with a back supply
plenum, the hood mounting flange may be fastened to
the back supply using sheet metal screws (by others).
Pilot holes are recommended.

Balancing the Kitchen Exhaust System
To determine the proper dining room air
CAUTION
balance:
According to NFPA 96, Ch. 8-3 Replacement Air:
1. Refer to engineering drawings to determine total Replacement air quantity shall be adequate to prevent
exhaust CFM from dining areas. (exhaust fans, negative pressures in the commercial cooking area(s)
heating and air conditioning units, rest rooms, etc.) from exceeding 4.98 Pa (0.02 in. wg).
2. Determine the total CFM of make-up air supplied to
dining area.
NOTE
3. Subtract #1 from #2 above. If the result is a negative The airflow rates were established under controlled
number, a negative pressure is present in the dining laboratory conditions.
area. In this case, kitchen exhaust odors could be NOTE
drawn from the kitchen to the dining area. Therefore, Greater exhaust and/or lesser supply air may be
exhaust or supply air should be adjusted to provide a required for complete vapor and smoke control in
slight positive pressure in the dining area. specific installations.
To determine proper kitchen air balance:
1. Refer to engineering drawings to determine total
exhaust from the kitchen area. (exhaust hoods,
dishwasher hoods, etc.)
2. Determine total CFM of make-up air supplied to
kitchen area. (make-up air hoods, heating and air
conditioning units, etc.)
3. Subtract #1 from #2 above. The result should be a
negative number. If the result is a positive number,
a positive pressure is present in the kitchen area.
Kitchen odors could be forced into the dining
area. Also, a positively balanced kitchen area can
adversely affect the performance of the exhaust
hood.
®
Testing Hood Air Volume the anemometer at the 2 in. (50.8 mm) distance and
parallel to the filter. Both squareness and distance are
Baffle Filter - Rotating Vane Method very important for accuracy.
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood Rotating Vane
exhaust volume with a rotating vane anemometer
Rotating Vane as Anemometer
Anemometer
follows: Airflow
Airflow
1. All cooking equipment should be on.
2 in. 2 in.
(50.8 mm)
2. Measure the velocities. Velocity measurements (50.8 mm)
should be taken at five locations per filter. These
must be over a filter slot as in Fig. 7.
Fig. 7
Calculate the average velocity for the filter.
H/4 3. Determine the filter’s conversion factor from the
X X table.
4. Calculate the filter’s volume in CFM (m3/hr) by H/4
X H
multiplying the average velocity by the conversion
factor. X X
X X H/2
5. Calculate the hood’s volume by repeating the
H/4
X filters and summing the
process for the remaining H
individual filter volumes.
L
Nominal Filter Size (H x L) Imperial Metric
Nominal Filter Size X X
Conversion Conversion
H/2
Inches Millimeters Factor H/4
Factor
Measure and record the velocity of each location.
16 x 16 400 x 400 1.63 .157
A digital 2.75 in. (69.85 mm) rotating vane anemometer
16 x 20 500 x 400 2.13 .198
or equivalent is suggested. The center of the L
anemometer should be held 2 in. (50.8 mm) from the 20 x 16 400 x 500 1.90 .177
face of the filters. It is helpful to make a bracket to keep 20 x 20 500 x 500 2.48 .230
Example: Exhaust only hood with three 20 x 16 filters

255 250
(4663.44 m/h) (4572 m/h)
Measured velocities in ft/min. for one 20 x 16 filter
256
(4681.73 m/h)
Sum of Velocity Readings
Average Velocity = 248 240
Number of Readings (4535.42 m/h) (4389.12 m/h)
255 + 250 + 256 + 248 + 240

(Imperial) = = 249.8 ft/min.
5
4663 + 4572 + 4681 + 4535 + 4389

(Metric) = = 4568 m/hr
5
For a nominal filter size of 20 x 16, the conversion factor is 1.90 Imperial (.177 Metric)
Volume for one filter = Conversion Factor x Average Velocity
(Imperial) = 1.90 x 249.8 ft/min. = 474.6 cfm
(Metric) = .177 x 4568 m/hr = 809 m3/hr
Total hood volume = (Filter 1 Volume) + (Filter 2 Volume) + (Filter 3 Volume)

(Imperial) = 474.6 + 455.4 + 470.1 = 1400.1 cfm
(Metric) = 809 + 880 + 799 = 2488 m3/hr

FIGURE 6.3 VELGRID ASSEMBLY
Baffle Filter - Shortridge Method Place standoff spacers against

face of outlet or inlet grill, Edge of outlet/inlet
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood filter, coil, etc. active face area
exhaust volume with a Shortridge meter as follows:
Maintain 1½ inch
Maintain 1½ inch
1. All cooking equipment should be on. If the hood has (38.1 mm) margin
(38.1 mm) margin
internal short circuit make-up air, it should be turned off.
2. Measure velocities
• Set up the Shortridge meter.
• For 20 in. (500 mm) wide filters, position the
grid as shown in Fig. 8 and 9. Average the two Tubing harness
measurements. Swivel bracket Pressure input ports
•F or 16 in. (400 mm) wide filters, position the grid as Tubing connectors
shown in Fig. 10. Neckstrap
•T ake velocity readings for each filter. Extension rods

3. Calculate each filter’s volumetric flow rate as follows:
Calculate each filter’s average velocity by summing
the velocity readings and dividing by the number of
readings for each filter.
Multiply the average velocity by the conversion factor External read jack
to obtain the volumetric flow rate for each filter.
4. Calculate the hood’s total volumetric flow rate by Pushbutton handle and plug
summing the volumetric flow rate of each individual Handle bracket
filter in the hood as calculated in Step 3. Captive knob screws
NOTE Nominal Filter Size (H x L) Imperial Metric

For best accuracy multiply the velocity of each filter Inches Millimeters Factor Factor
by its conversion factor and sum the flow rates.
16 x 16 400 x 400 1.66 .154
Averaging the velocity measured for all filters may
cause error. 16 x 20 400 x 500 2.10 .195
20 x 16 500 x 400 1.96 .182
20 x 20 500 x 500 2.40 .223
14 in.
Example: Measured velocities for a 20 x 20 filter = 185 and 189 ft/min.

(355.6 mm)
2.75 in.
(69.85 mm)
Fig. 8
Sum of Velocity Readings 10 in.
Average Velocity = (254 mm)
Number of Readings
185 + 189
2
17.25 in.
3383 + 3456 (2978.15 mm)
(Metric) = = 3420 m/hr 6 in.
2 (152.4 mm)
Fig. 9
10 in.
(254 mm)
Conversion Average
Flow rate for one filter = x
Factor Velocity
(Imperial) = 2.40 x 187.0 ft/min. = 448.8 cfm
(Metric) = .223 x 3420 m/hr = 763 m3/hr
14 in.
(355.6 mm)
2.75 in.
(69.85 mm)
Total hood flow rate = (Filter 1 Flow Rate) + … + (Filter x Flow Rate) Fig. 10
10 in.
(Imperial) = 448.8 + 457.8 + 437.5 + 444.8 = 1788.9 cfm (254 mm)
(Metric) = 763 + 778 + 743 + 756 = 3040 m3/hr
®
High Velocity Cartridge Filters - Rotating Vane Fig. 11
Method
1/4 Width 1/2 Width
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood 1/4 Width
exhaust volume with a rotating vane anemometer as 1/2 Height
follows: Inlet
Height
1. All cooking equipment should be on. If the hood has
internal short circuit make-up air, it should be turned off.
2. Measure velocities.
Filter
Velocity measurements should be taken at three Fig. 12 2 in. Height
(50.8 mm)
locations per filter. These must be over the inlet
opening as shown in Fig. 11.
Rotation Vane
Measure the velocity of each location. A digital Anemometer
2.75 in. (69.85 mm) rotating vane anemometer

or its equivalent is suggested. The center of the
anemometer should be held 2 in. (50.8 mm) from
the face of the filters as in Fig. 12. It is helpful to
make brackets to keep the anemometer at the 2 in.
(50.8 mm) distance and parallel to the filter. Both
squareness and distance are important for accuracy.
3. Calculate the average slot velocity.
4. Calculate the CFM per linear foot by dividing Imperial Metric
the average velocity by a conversion factor Cartridge Filter Size Conversion Conversion
listed in the following table. Factor Factor
5. Calculate each filter’s volumetric flow rate in 16 in. (400 mm) high with 4 in. (100 mm) high inlet 1.63 1/ft 3 5.35 1/m3
CFM by multiplying the average velocity for 20 in. (500 mm) high with 4 in. (100 mm) high inlet 2.15 1/ft 3 7.05 1/m3
each filter by the conversion factor. 16 in. (400 mm) high with 7 in. (120 mm) high inlet 1.24 1/ft 3
4.07 1/m3
20 in. (500 mm) high with 7 in. (120 mm) high inlet 1.58 1/ft 3 5.18 1/m3
Example:
Measure the slot velocities in ft/min. for a 9 ft. (2.74 m) hood with four 20 x 20 in. (500 x 500 mm) filters with the
standard 4 in. (101.6 mm) opening, three readings per filter.
Average Velocity =
Number of Readings
Filter Readings (ft/min.)
5330
(Imperial) = = 444.2 ft/min. 470 440 425
12
482 430 453
97474 455 431 441
12 399 439 465
Filter Readings (m/hr)
Average Slot Velocity 8595 8047 7772
CFM per linear foot =
Conversion Factor 8815 7864 8284
8321 7882 8065
444.2 ft/min.
(Imperial) = = 206.6 cfm/linear ft. 7297 8028 8504
2.15
8123 m/hr
(Metric) = = 1152 m3/hr
7.05
Hood exhaust volume = CFM/linear foot (m3/hr / m) x Hood Length

(Imperial) = 206.6 x 9 ft. = 1859.4 cfm
(Metric) = 1152 x 2.74 m = 3156 m3/hr

FIGURE 6.3 VELGRID ASSEMBLY
High Velocity Cartridge Filters - Shortridge Meter Place standoff spacers against
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood filter, coil, etc. active face area
exhaust volume with a Shortridge meter as follows:
Maintain 1½ inch
Maintain 1½ inch
1. All cooking equipment should be on. If the hood has (38.1 mm) margin
(38.1 mm) margin
internal short circuit make-up air, it should be turned

off.
• Set up the Shortridge meter. Leave all holes of
Tubing harness
VelGrid open. Do NOT tape over holes that are not
over openings. The conversion factor takes this into Swivel bracket Pressure input ports
account. Tubing connectors

Neckstrap
• Position the grid over each filter. Refer to Fig. 13
Extension rods
• Take velocity readings for each filter.
3. Calculate each filter’s volumetric flow rate as follows:
Calculate each filter’s average velocity by summing
the velocity readings and dividing by the number of
readings for each filter. External read jack
Multiply the average velocity by the conversion factor

to obtain the volumetric flow rate for each filter. Pushbutton handle and plug
Handle bracket
4. Calculate the hood’s total volumetric flow rate by
Captive knob screws
summing the volumetric flow rate of each individual
filter in the hood as calculated in Step 3. Nominal Filter Size Imperial Metric
(H x L) Conversion Conversion
NOTE Factor Factor
Inches Millimeters
For best accuracy multiply the velocity of each filter 16 x 16 400 x 400 1.22 ft 2 .113 m2
by its conversion factor and sum the flow rates.
Averaging the velocity measured for all filters may 16 x 20 400 x 500 1.67 ft 2 .155 m2
cause error. 20 x 16 500 x 400 1.21 ft 2 .112 m2
2
20 x 20 500 x 500 1.50 ft .139 m2
Example:
Measured velocities for 20 x 20 filter = 282 ft/min. (5157 m/hr)
Conversion Average Fig. 13

Flow rate for one filter = x 1/2 width
Factor Velocity
(Imperial) = 1.50 x 282 ft/min. = 423.0 cfm 1/2 height
(Metric) = .139 x 5157 m/hr = 717 m3/hr
Total hood flow rate = (Filter 1 Flow Rate) + … + (Filter X Flow Rate)
(Imperial) = 423.0 + 421.8 + 420.7 + 418.2 = 1683.7 cfm
(Metric) = 717 + 717 + 715 + 711 = 2860 m3/hr
®
Grease-X-Tractor™ High Efficiency Filters or Fig. 14
Grease Grabber™ Multi-Filtration System 1/2 Width
1/4 Width
1/4 Width
Rotating Vane Method
1/2 Height
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood
exhaust volume with a rotating vane anemometer as Rotating Vane
follows: Anemometer
1. All cooking equipment should be off. If the hood has

internal short circuit make-up air, it should be turned
off.
1/2 Width
Measurement should be taken1/4 atWidth
six locations per 1/4 Width 2 in.
filter. They must be over the inlet opening as shown (50.8 mm)
1/2 Height
in Fig. 14.
Rotating Vane
Measure the velocity of each location. A digital
Anemometer
2.75 in. (69.85 mm) rotating vane anemometer
or its equivalent is suggested. The center of the
anemometer should be held 2 in. (50.8 mm) from
the face of the filters as in Fig. 15. It is helpful to
make brackets to keep the anemometer at the 2 in.
Fig. 15
(50.8 mm) distance and parallel to the filter. Both
squareness and distance are important for accuracy.
Nominal Filter Size (H x L) Imperial Metric
3. Calculate the average velocity for the filter.
4. Determine the filter’s conversion factor from the Inches Millimeters Factor Factor
table. 16 x 16 400 x 400 1.31 ft 2 .122 m2
5. Calculate each filter’s volumetric flow rate in CFM by 16 x 20 400 x 500 1.65 ft 2 .153 m2
multiplying the average velocity for each filter by the 20 x 16 500 x 400 1.23 ft 2 .114 m2
conversion factor. 2
20 x 20 500 x 500 1.65 ft .153 m2
Example: (Imperial) Example: (Metric)

Hood Length: 7 feet 0 inches with four 20 x 20 filters. Hood Length: 2.13 meters, with four 500 x 500 mm filters.
Measure the velocities in ft/min. for each 20 x 20 filter Measure the velocities in m/hr for each 500 x 500 mm filter
(six readings per filter) (six readings per filter)
225 201 187 4114.80 3675.88 3419.86

Filter 1 Filter 1
210 238 197 3840.48 4352.54 3602.74
228 222 226 4169.66 4059.94 4133.08
Filter 2 Filter 2
237 240 220 4334.26 4389.21 4023.36
230 245 240 4420.12 4480.56 4389.12
Filter 3 Filter 3
250 223 219 4572.00 4078.22 4005.07
225 265 219 4114.80 4846.52 4005.07
Filter 4 Filter 4
245 221 200 4480.56 4041.65 3657.60
Sum of Velocity Readings Sum of Velocity Readings

Average slot velocity for Filter 1 = Average slot velocity for Filter 1 =
Number of Readings Number of Readings
1258 23006
= = 209.7 ft/min. = = 3834 m/hr
6 6
(repeat for each filter) (repeat for each filter)
For a nominal filter size of 20 x 20, the conversion factor is 1.65 For a nominal filter size of 500 x 500, the conversion factor is .153
Volume for Filter 1 = Conversion Factor x Average Velocity Volume for Filter 1 = Conversion Factor x Average Velocity
= 1.65 ft2 x 209.7 ft/min. = .153 m2 x 3834 m/hr
= 346.0 cfm (repeat for each filter) = 586.7 m3/hr (repeat for each filter)
Total hood volume Total hood volume

Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter 3 Filter 4 Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter 3 Filter 4
= + + + = + + +
Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume Volume
= 346.0 + 377.6 + 386.9 + 378.1 = 1488.6 cfm = 587 + 642 + 657 + 642 = 2528 m3/hr

Grease-X-Tractor™ High Efficiency Filters Nominal Filter Size (H x L) Imperial Metric
or Grease Grabber™ Multi-Filtration System Conversion Conversion
Inches Millimeters Factor Factor
Shortridge Method
With all the filters in place, determine the total hood 16 x 16 400 x 400 1.53 ft 2 .142 m2
exhaust volume with a Shortridge meter as follows: 16 x 20 400 x 500 2.00 ft 2 .185 m2
2
1. All cooking equipment should be on. If the hood has 20 x 16 500 x 400 2.25 ft .209 m2
internal short circuit make-up air, it should be turned off. 20 x 20 500 x 500 3.00 ft 2 .279 m2
• Set up the Shortridge meter. Leave all holes of NOTE
VelGrid open. Do NOT tape over holes that are not For best accuracy multiply the velocity of each filter
over openings. The conversion factor takes this by its conversion factor and sum the flow rates.
into account. Averaging the velocity measured for all filters may
• For 20 in. (500 mm) high filters, position the grid cause
FIGURE 6.3error.
VELGRID ASSEMBLY
as shown in Fig. 16 and 17. Average the two

measurements. Place standoff spacers against
active face area
• For 16 in. (400 mm) high filters position the grid as filter, coil, etc.
shown in Fig. 18. Maintain 1½ inch

Maintain 1½ inch
(38.1 mm) margin
(38.1 mm) margin
• For 20 in. (500 mm) wide filters, position the grid
over the left and right side of the filter. Average the
two measurements.
• Take velocity readings for each filter.
Tubing harness
3. Calculate each filter’s volumetric flow rate as follows: Swivel bracket Pressure input ports
Calculate each filter’s average velocity by summing Tubing connectors

Neckstrap
the velocity readings and dividing by the number of Extension rods

readings for each filter.
Multiply the average velocity by the conversion factor
to obtain the volumetric flow rate for each filter.
4. Calculate the hood’s total volumetric flow rate by External read jack
summing the volumetric flow rate of each individual

filter in the hood as calculated in Step 3. Pushbutton handle and plug
Handle bracket
Captive knob screws
14.25 in. (361.95 mm)
Example: Measured velocities for 20 x 20 in. (500 x 500 mm) filter. Fig. 16
2.75 in.
(69.85 mm)
Sum of Velocity Readings 2.75 in.

Average Slot Velocity = (69.85 mm)
Number of Readings
198 + 205
2
3021 + 3749 Fig. 17
2
Conversion Average 2.5 in.

Flow rate for one filter = x (63.5 mm)
Factor Velocity
(Imperial) = 3.0 x 201.5 ft/min. = 604.5 cfm 3.25 in. (82.55 mm)
14.75 in. (374.65 mm)
(Metric) = .279 x 3385 m/hr = 944 m3/hr

14.25 in. (361.95 mm)
Fig. 18 2.75 in.

(69.85 mm)
2.75 in.
Total hood flow rate = (Filter 1 Flow Rate) + … + (Filter x Flow Rate) (69.85 mm)
(Imperial) = 604.5 + 600.3 + 592.4 + 613.3 = 2410.5 cfm

(Metric) = 944 + 1020 + 1006 + 1042 = 4012 m3/hr
®
Perforated Face Supply - Rotating Vane Method 4. Calculate the perforated face panel volume using the
1. Hood set up. following formula:
If the make-up air unit has a temperature control, it CFM = avg. velocity x length (in.) x height (in.) x 0.005
should be used to keep the supply air at the desired m/hr = avg. velocity x length (m) x height (m) x 0.72
room discharge air temperature. 5. Calculate the system’s volume by repeating the
2. Measure velocities. process for the remaining panels and adding the
Divide the perforated face panel into a grid of equal individual panel volumes together.
areas, each approximately 4 in. (101.6 mm) square. Filter Readings (ft/min.)
Measure the velocity at the center of each grid 260 250 255 260 250 255 265
area. A digital 2.75 in. (69.85 mm) rotating vane 270 275 270 280 265 265 270
anemometer or equivalent is suggested. The center
290 285 280 280 275 290 295
of the anemometer should be held tight to the face
of the panel and parallel to the filter. Both squareness 285 275 280 260 270 265 260
and distance are important for accuracy. Calculate Filter Readings (m/hr)
the average velocity of the panel. 4755 4572 4663 4755 4572 4663 4846
3. Measure the length and height of the perforated face 4938 5029 4938 5121 4846 4846 4938
panel. 5304 5212 5121 5121 5029 5304 5395
5212 5029 5121 4755 4938 4846 4755
Example: Face supply hood with three 28 inch (.711 m) perforated panels
Measured velocities in ft/min. for one perforated panel

Average Velocity =
Number of Readings
260 + 250 + ... + 265 + 260

28
4755 + 4572 + ... + 4846 + 4755

28
Measure length and height. 28 inches (.711 m) long perforated panel by 16 inches (.406 m) high
Volume for one panel = Conversion Factor x Average Velocity x Length x Height
(Imperial) = 0.005 x 270.7 ft/min. x 28 x 16 = 606.4 cfm
(Metric) = 0.72 x 4951 m/hr x .711 x .406 = 1029 m3/hr
Total system volume = (Panel 1 Volume) + (Panel 2 Volume) + (Panel 3 Volume)

(Imperial) = 606.4 + 614.3 + 593.8 = 1814.5 cfm
(Metric) = 1029 + 1044 + 1009 = 3082 m3/hr

Short Circuit Hood Supply - Rotating Vane
Method
All cooking equipment should be off. The hood exhaust
should also be off.
1. Measure Velocities
Velocity measurements should be made with a digital
2.75 in. (69.85 mm) rotating vane anemometer or its
equivalent.
One velocity measurement should be taken for
every 8 in. (203.2 mm) of short circuit opening
length, starting tight against one edge of the
opening, and finishing tight against the other edge.
The anemometer should be placed at the bottom
edge of the opening, flush with the bottom lip.
Both squareness and placement are important for
accuracy.
2. Calculate the average slot velocity.
3. Calculate the volumetric flow rate per linear foot by
dividing the average velocity by a conversion factor
of 5.52 per ft. If metric units are used, divide the
average velocity by a conversion factor of 1.68 per
meter.
4. Calculate the hoods supply volume by multiplying the
CFM per linear foot by the total hood length.
Example: 4 ft. (1.22 m) short circuit hood (36 inch (.914 m) short circuit opening
Number of readings = 36 in. / 8 in. => 6 readings (.914 m / .2 m => 6 readings)

Average Velocity =
Number of Readings
786 + 900 + 1126 + 1048 + 1111 + 1115 6086

(Imperial) = = = 1014.3 ft/min.
6 6
1335 + 1529 + 1913 + 1780 + 1888 + 1894 10339

(Metric) = = = 1723 m/hr
6 6
Average Slot Velocity

CFM per linear foot =
Conversion Factor
1014.3 ft/min.
(Imperial) = = 183.8 cfm/linear ft.
5.52
1723 m/hr
(Metric) = = 1026 m3/hr
1.68
Hood supply volume = CFM/linear foot (m3/hr / m) x Hood Length

(Imperial) = 183.8 x 4 ft. = 735.2 cfm
(Metric) = 1026 x 1.22 m = 1252 m3/hr
For all air volume testing pertaining to energy recovery filters,

refer to Energy Recovery Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual.
®
Exhaust Air Balancing Baffles
This is a guide to assist in determining if multiple Refer to the examples.
hoods on one fan can be balanced to have equal static Example 1:
pressure. For multiple hoods on one fan to achieve their
Hood 1: Ps = 0.58 in. wg
designed exhaust flow, all of the hoods must have equal
Duct Velocity = 1900 ft/min.
static pressure at their designed exhaust flow.
Hood 2: Ps = 0.44 in. wg
The laws of physics force the static pressure for each
Duct Velocity = 1800 ft/min.
branch of a duct system on one fan to always be equal.
This will happen by the flow rate increasing in low static Hood 2 has the lower Ps, at 1800 ft/min. the maximum
branches and decreasing in high static branches until increase in Ps is 1.17. The range for Hood 2 is 0.44 to
the static pressure is equal in all branches. 1.61. Hood 1 is less than 1.61 so these hoods can be
balanced.
Checking for Balance
Example 2:
Every hood with exhaust air balancing baffles (EABB)
has a range for its static pressure. The low static Hood 3: Ps = 2.00 in. wg
pressure number (when EABB is open) in this range is Duct Velocity = 2000 ft/min.
given by the standard calculation for hood static and is Hood 4: Ps = 0.44 in. wg
printed on the CAPS submittal page for that hood. The Duct Velocity = 1500 ft/min.
high static pressure number (when EABB is closed) in Hood 4 has the lower Ps, at 1500 ft/min. the maximum
this range can be found by calculating the maximum increase in Ps is .81. The range for Hood 4 is 0.44 to
potential increase of static and adding that value to the 1.25. Hood 3 is higher than 1.25, so these hoods cannot
low static pressure number. be balanced.
High static pressure number = low static pressure
number + maximum increase NOTE
The maximum potential increase in static is given in the For many systems, exhaust air balancing baffles may
graph, or can be calculated from the following formula: not be needed on the hood that has the highest static
pressure. The exception to this is if the individual
Maximum Increase = 0.00000036 x (Duct velocity)2 ductwork has uneven static pressures.
Maximum Increase in Static Pressure for Exhaust Air Balancing Baffle
(Fully Closed)
NOTE
4.5
When sizing the fan, use the static pressure from the
4
highest hood and sum the CFM from all the hoods.
3.5
Increase in Collar Staitc Pressure
2.5
1.5
0.5
0
500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500
Duct Velocity FPM
Step 1: Find the hood with the lowest static pressure

as shown on the CAPS submittal pages.
Step 2: Calculate the high static pressure number for
this hood as instructed above.
Step 3: Compare this high static pressure number to
the low static pressure number of the remaining hoods.
If the remaining hood’s low static pressure number is
lower than the high static pressure number calculated,
then the system can be balanced; if the low static
pressure number is higher than the calculated high
static pressure number, then the system cannot be
balanced.

Wiring Diagrams
Amerex Wiring Plan View
POWER SOURCE
MANUAL RESET RELAY
PRM
ELECTRIC GAS VALVE
MICROSWITCH
INSTALLER PROVIDED
JUNCTION BOXES
BASIC WIRING DIAGRAM
POWER SOURCE MANUAL RESET

RELAY
RED (COMMON)
YELLOW (N.O)
BLACK (N.C.)
GAS VALVE
NOTE: DO NOT USE YELLOW WIRE ON MICROSWITCH IN NORMAL

MICROSWITCH INSTALLATION. THE YELLOW WIRE IS TO BE USED ONLY FOR
EXTINGUISHER ALARM, LIGHTS, CIRCUITS, ETC.
BASIC WIRING DIAGRAM

MANUAL RESET RELAY
RED (COMMON) L1
120V/60HZ
L2
K1
Ka PUSHBUTTON SWITCH
YELLOW (N.O)
K1b
BLACK (N.C.)
MICROSWITCH
CURRENT DRAW MAX:
8A RESISTIVE
8A INDUCTIVE GAS VALVE
NOTES: SEE NOTE 3
1. DENOTES FIELD INSTALLATION 120VAC
2. DENOTES FACTORY INSTALLATION
3. GAS VALVE: UL LISTED ELECTRICALLY-OPERATED SAFETY VALVE FOR NATURAL OR LP GAS AS NEEDED OF
APPROPRIATE PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE RATING, 110V/60HZ OR AMEREX GAS VALVES, PN 12870, 12871,
12872, 12873, 12874, 12875 AND 12876.
4. K1a AND K1b ARE N.0. WHEN K1 IS DE-ENERGIZED.
®
Field Wiring for the Ansul Snap-Action Switch
Ansul Wiring Plan View
Snap-Action Switches may be wired as shown. Manual Reset Relay

Typical examples shown. Part No. 426151
Ansul Snap-Action Switch

Black Part No. 423878
Equipment Power to cooking Red Switch contacts shown with Ansul
equipment Reset Power Automan in the cocked position
Indicator GND Brown
Shunt Trip Breaker 110 VAC/60Hz
NO A B Screw 5
L2 Neutral
4 L1 Hot
120 VAC Relay Coil
Input
N
6 3
NC 9
Electric gas valve - If reset relay is 3 2
used, see option A or B at right. 4
Mechanical gas shut off valve does not 7 1
require electrical connection. 1
Alarms
Electrical Rating Gas Valve
1/3 HP, 10 AMP, 120 VAC See Note 3
NO 1/2 HP, 10 AMP, 240 VAC
NO 13 AMP, 28 VDC
Voltage Free
Input Contacts for
Building Alarm(s) Note:
NC 1. Denotes field installation.
NC 2. Denotes factory installation.
3. Gas Valves: “UL Listed electrically-operated safety valve for natural or LP gas
as needed, of appropriate pressure and temperature rating, 110V/60Hz”
or Ansul gas valves.
4. Do not use black wire on snap-action switch in normal installation. Black
wire may only be used for extraneous alarm, light circuits, etc.
Fans
NO
120 VAC Power to

Input fan(s)
N
NC Fan Starter
Manual Switch
If prohibited by local codes, do not shut down

exhaust fans with this method of wiring.

Overall Wiring Plan View for Kitchen Systems with Make-Up Air Control Centers
In this arrangement, single-point power to the make-up air (MUA) unit is fed to each individual exhaust fan
disconnect from exhaust fan starters within the MUA control center. This arrangement can be used for constant
volume systems only. The diagram below is generic. To see your job specific wiring requirements, refer to the wiring
diagrams provided with the package. Revised 1
TYPICAL WIRING FOR COMBINED

EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (
TYPICAL MUA FAN
WITH CONTROL CENTER
DISCONNECT FACTORY WIRING

SWITCH IN M2 M3 FIELD WIRING
CONTROL LABEL DESCRIPTION
OPTIONAL
CENTER NO Normally-open
DISCONNECT NC Normally-closed
(FIELD OR COM Common
Revised 1 FACTORY
INSTALLED)
STR
OL
Motor Starter
Overload
M1
TYPICAL TYPICAL FAN STARTERS PROVIDED
EXHAUST EXHAUST TYPICAL BY
WIRING FOR COMBINED
OTHERS
FAN FAN EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (
TYPICAL MUA FAN
WITH CONTROL CENTER 120 VA
VOLTAGE FOR
DISCONNECT FACTORY WIRING
SWITCH IN M2 M3 N
FIELD WIRING
CONTROL LABEL DESCRIPTION
OPTIONAL J-BOX ON
CENTER NO Normally-open
DISCONNECT TOP OF
NC Normally-closed
(FIELD OR Fan power feeds COM HOOD
Common
24VAC MUA FACTORY to be field wired to STR Motor Starter
BLACK
WHITE
CONTROL WIRE INSTALLED) respective exhaust starters OL Overload
located in MUA control center.
M1
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR EXHAUST AND MUA FANS TYPICAL TYPICAL FAN STARTERS PROVIDED
EXHAUST EXHAUST BY OTHERS
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR LIGHTS FAN FAN
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR CONTROLS

120 VA
VOLTAGE
HOOD LIGHTS FOR
N N
TEMP
These components may INTERLOCK FIRE 120 VAC J-BOX ON
be mounted in a hood (STAND SUPPRESSION FOR LIGHTS TOP OF
mounted cabinet or ALONE) SYSTEM Fan power(1400W
feeds MAX) HOOD
on a wall near the hood. 24VAC MUA
CONTROL TYPICAL HOOD to be field wired to
BLACK
WHITE
CONTROL WIRE respective exhaust starters
H
located in MUA control center.
LIGHT SWITCH
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR EXHAUST AND MUA FANS
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR LIGHTS

Typical Light and Fan Switch Locations:
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR CONTROLS A. KFCC D. UDS FACTORY WIRING
Any other components that need electrical signals during a B. Utility Cabinet E. Hood FIELD WIRING
fire (shunt trips, alarms, etc.) will require connections to fire C. Wall (Shipped Loose) F. WWCP HOOD LIGHTS
suppression micro-switches/contacts. The fire suppression LABEL DESCRIPTION
N M Motor
system control is not an electrically-rated box, and TEMP
These components
therefore no electrical connection can be mademay
inside. INTERLOCK FIRE 120 VAC KFCC Kitchen Fan Control Center
Utility Distribution System
be mounted in a hood (STAND SUPPRESSION FOR LIGHTSUDS
WWCP Water Wash Control Panel
mounted cabinet or ALONE) SYSTEM (1400W MAX)
on a wall near the hood. CONTROL TYPICAL HOOD
H
LIGHT SWITCH
Overall Wiring Plan View for Kitchen Systems

Revised 2with Kitchen Fan Control Centers
Any other components that need electrical signals during a
A. KFCC
B. Utility Cabinet
D. UDS
E. Hood
FACTORY WIRING
FIELD WIRING
fire (shunt trips, alarms, etc.) will require connections to fire C. Wall (Shipped Loose) F. WWCP
LABEL DESCRIPTION
This arrangement requires individual power connections for each supply and exhaust fan from remote circuit
suppression micro-switches/contacts. The fire suppression
system control is not an electrically-rated box, and M Motor
KFCC Kitchen Fan Control Center
therefore no electrical connection can be made inside. UDS Utility Distribution System TYPICAL WIRING FOR COMBINED
breakers through the fan starters in the Kitchen Fan Control Center (KFCC) or variable frequency drives in the
TYPICAL SUPPLY FAN
Water Wash Control Panel
WWCPFAN
TYPICAL MUA
WITH CONTROL CENTER
EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (
Variable Volume Control Package. This arrangement can be used for either constant volume or variable volume
M1
DISCONNECT
SWITCH IN
FACTORY WIRING
NOTE: Make-Up Air fan will FIELD WIRING
systems. The diagram below is generic. To see your job specific wiring requirements, refer to the wiring diagrams
OPTIONAL
DISCONNECT
CONTROL
CENTER
typicallly have starters in MUA
only. Control wiring must be run
LABEL DESCRIPTION
NO Normally-open
provided with the package. (FIELD OR

FACTORY
to Kitchen Fan Control Center
or VAV System.
NC
COM
Normally-closed
Common
INSTALLED) Revised 2M2 STR

OL
Motor Starter
Overload
M3
TYPICAL
FAN STARTERS PROVIDED
EXHAUST
FAN TYPICAL BY OTHERS
WIRING FOR COMBINED
TYPICAL MUA FAN EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (
TYPICAL SUPPLY FAN
WITH CONTROL CENTER
120 VA
DISCONNECT FACTORYVOLTAGE
WIRING FOR
M1 SWITCH IN NOTE: Make-Up Air fan will FIELD WIRING
N
CONTROL typicallly have starters in MUA
OPTIONAL LABEL DESCRIPTION
CENTER only. Control wiring must be run J-BOX ON
DISCONNECT 24VAC MUA NO Normally-open
to Kitchen Fan Control Center NC TOP OF
Normally-closed
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR MUA (FIELD OR CONTROL WIRE COM Common
FACTORY or VAV System. HOOD
STR Motor Starter
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR SUPPLY FAN INSTALLED) OL Overload
BLACK
WHITE
M2
M3
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR EXHAUST FAN
TYPICAL
FAN STARTERS PROVIDED
EXHAUST
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR CONTROLS BY OTHERS
FAN
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR LIGHTS

120 VA
VOLTAGE
HOOD LIGHTS FOR
N
KITCHEN FAN
These components may FIRE
CONTROL J-BOX ON
be mounted in a hood SUPPRESSION 24VAC MUA
CENTER TOP OF
mounted
FROM CIRCUIT cabinetFOR
BREAKER or MUA SYSTEM CONTROL WIRE
OR VAV TYPICAL HOOD HOOD
on a wall near the hood. CONTROL
SYSTEM
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR SUPPLY FAN
BLACK
WHITE
FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR EXHAUST FAN
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR CONTROLS Typical Light and Fan Switch Locations:
FROM 120VAC 15A CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR LIGHTS A. KFCC D. UDS
FACTORY WIRING
B. Utility Cabinet E. Hood
FIELD WIRING
C. Wall (Shipped Loose) F. WWCP
LABEL DESCRIPTION HOOD LIGHTS
M Motor
TO APPLIANCE SHUNT TRIP BREAKER (OPTIONAL) KITCHEN FAN KFCC Kitchen Fan Control Center
These components may FIRE
CONTROL UDS Utility Distribution System
TO ELECTRIC GAS VALVE/RESETbeRELAY
mounted(IF in a hood
APPLICABLE) SUPPRESSION WWCP Water Wash Control Panel
CENTER
mounted cabinet or SYSTEM
OR VAV TYPICAL HOOD
onALARM
TO BUILDING a wall near the hood.
(IF APPLICABLE) CONTROL
SYSTEM

A. KFCC D. UDS
FACTORY WIRING
FIELD WIRING
C. Wall (Shipped Loose) F. WWCP
LABEL DESCRIPTION
M Motor
TO APPLIANCE SHUNT TRIP BREAKER (OPTIONAL) KFCC Kitchen Fan Control Center
UDS Utility Distribution System
TO ELECTRIC GAS VALVE/RESET RELAY (IF APPLICABLE) WWCP Water Wash Control Panel
TO BUILDING ALARM (IF APPLICABLE)
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LIGHTS FANS HEAT/COOL
HOOD LIGHTS SWITCHES
N
120 VAC
N FOR LIGHTS
(1400W MAX)
TYPICAL HOOD
Overall Wiring Plan View
H for Switch Panels
LIGHT SWITCH
The diagrams below show typical wiring for combined event the fire system is activated. The fire suppression
exhaust and supply
A. KFCC D. UDS
switching when the switches are micro-switch is provided as part of the fire suppression
FACTORY WIRING
shipped
B. Utility Cabinet
C. looseE.F. WWCP
Wall (Shipped Loose) for
Hood
remote mounting, and for hood
LABEL DESCRIPTION
FIELD WIRING
system and is normally mounted in the fire system
mounted switches. M
KFCC
Motor
Kitchen Fan Control Center
control box.
UDS Utility Distribution System
The diagram shows how to wire the exhaust and

NOTE
supply fan starters to the switches and fire suppression
contact. Typically, supply fans will be turned off and Wiring examples for use when a control panel is not
exhaust fans will be turned on (or continue to run) in the provided as part of the kitchen package.
vised 2 Revised 3 Revised 4
Shipped Loose Hood Mounted
TYPICAL WIRING FOR COMBINED TYPICAL WIRING FOR COMBINED
EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (SHIPPED LOOSE)
TYPICAL MUA FAN EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (HOOD MOUNTED)
PICAL SUPPLY FAN
WITH CONTROL CENTER
NC NC
DISCONNECT FIRE SUPPRESSION FACTORY WIRING FIRE SUPPRESSION
FACTORY SWITCH
WIRING IN COM MICRO-SWITCH/CONTACTS COM MICRO-SWITCH/CONTACTS
FIELD WIRING
NOTE: Make-Up Air fan NOwill
FIELD WIRING
NO
CONTROL typicallly have starters in MUA LABEL DESCRIPTION
LABEL DESCRIPTION CENTER only. Control wiring must be run NO Normally-open
NO Normally-open
NC Normally-closed
to Kitchen Fan Control Center NC Normally-closed
or VAV System. COM Common
COM Common STR Motor Starter
STR Motor Starter SUPPLY FAN
OL Overload
SUPPLY FAN
Overload CONTACT CONTACT
M2 OL
M3 OL OL OL OL
CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL
VOLTAGE VOLTAGE SUP FAN STARTERS PROVIDED VOLTAGE VOLTAGE SUP SUP
FAN STARTERS PROVIDED SUP EXH SUP SUP EXH
H N FAN FAN H N COOL HTR BY OTHERS H N FAN FAN H N COOL HTR
BY OTHERS STR STR CTRL CTRL STR STR CTRL CTRL
120 VAC 120 VAC

VOLTAGE FOR LIGHTS VOLTAGE FOR LIGHTS
N H N H
J-BOX ON J-BOX ON J-BOX ON

TOP OF 24VAC MUA TOP OF TOP OF
HOOD CONTROL WIRE HOOD HOOD
ORANGE
YELLOW
PURPLE
BROWN
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
WHITE
BLACK
WHITE
RED
LIGHTS FANS HEAT/COOL LIGHTS FANS HEAT/COOL
HOOD LIGHTS SWITCHES HOOD LIGHTS SWITCHES
TYPICAL HOOD
Circuit Diagrams
Single Pole Double Pole
A. KFCC D. UDS OFF OFF
FACTORY WIRING
FIELD WIRING
C. Wall (Shipped Loose) F. WWCP ON ON
OFF LABEL DESCRIPTION OFF
Single Throw M Motor
ON KFCC ON
Kitchen Fan Control Center
UDS Utility Distribution System OFF OFF
ON ON
ON (NC) ON (NC)
ON (NC) ON (NC) ON (NO)

Double Throw ON (NO)
ON (NC)
Revised 4 ON (NO)
ON (NC)
ON (NO)
ON (NO)
ON (NO)
TYPICAL WIRING FOR COMBINED
EXHAUST & SUPPLY SWITCHING (HOOD MOUNTED)
ON
NC OFF
FACTORY WIRING ON FIRE SUPPRESSION
COM
Double Throw FIELD WIRING
NO
MICRO-SWITCH/CONTACTS
ON
Center Off
LABEL DESCRIPTION OFF ON
NO Normally-open
NC Normally-closed
COM Common ON OFF
STR Motor Starter SUPPLY FAN
OL Overload CONTACT
ON
CONTROL OL OL CONTROL
FAN STARTERS PROVIDED VOLTAGE VOLTAGE SUP SUP
SUP EXH
BY OTHERS H N FAN FAN H N COOL HTR
STR STR CTRL CTRL
Series Circuit Parallel Circuit
120 VAC
VOLTAGE FOR LIGHTS
N H
Normally
J-BOX ON J-BOX ON
TOP OF TOP OF
OpenHOOD HOOD
Contacts
ORANGE
YELLOW
PURPLE
BROWN
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
WHITE
RED
Off if both are not activated Off if both are not activated
Off if either are not activated On if either is activated
On if both are activated On if both are activated
LIGHTS FANS HEAT/COOL

HOOD LIGHTS SWITCHES
Normally
Closed
Contacts
On if both are not activated On if either is activated
Off if either are not activated Off if either not activated
Off if both are activated Off if both are activated

FIG. 14
NGTH)
Maintenance Fig. 19 - CORRECT
L/4
Daily Maintenance UPPER
HANGER
1. Wipe grease from exposed metal surfaces on the
UPPER
hood interior using a clean, dry cloth. HANGER
UPPER HANGER
FIG. 9 2. Visually inspect theFIG.filters
10 or cartridges for grease
accumulation. UPPER HANGER
CONDENSATE
GUTTER
3. Remove grease cup, empty contents and replace
CONDENSATE
cup. GUTTER
Weekly Maintenance Fig. 20 - INCORRECT

UPPER
HANGER
1. Remove the grease filters or cartridges and wash in
UPPER
dishwasher or pot sink. HANGER
UPPER HANGER
Note: Filters installed over heavy grease
UPPER HANGER
FIG. 12 producing
FIG. 13 equipment mayFIG.require
14 more frequent CONDENSATE
L (MODULE LENGTH)
cleaning. See Filter Washing Frequency Guide, UPPER HANGER
GUTTER
CONDENSATE
L/2
L/2 page 31. L/4
FIG. 16
L (MODULE LENGTH)
FIG. 17
GUTTER
L/2
UPPER HANGER
2. Before replacing filters, clean the interior plenum
L/4
surfaces of any residual grease accumulations.

Air Diffusers
Periodic Maintenance The air diffusers, located at the bottom of the back
1. Painted hood exterior surfaces should be cleaned supply will need to be cleaned as often as the
with a mild detergent solution. application dictates. Inspect periodically to determine
FIG. 15
2. Stainless steel hood exterior surfaces should be the cleaning schedule.
cleaned with a mild detergent and then polished with
FIG. 16 FIG. 17
a good grade stainless steel polish to preserve the

original luster.
Note: Never use abrasive cleaners or chemicals
on hood surfaces. Never use chlorine based
cleaners or iron wool pads to clean the hood.
They may scratch or mar the material. Always rub
BACKSUPPLY TO THE WALL with the grain of the stainless.
3. To maintain optimum performance of your hood and
31.25 INCH
fan, duct cleaning should be performed as often as

CRITICAL
DIMENSION
the application and code requires.

REMOVABLE AIR DIFFUSERS
4. Recaulk the hoods with an NSF Approved silicone
caulk, (GE SCS1009 or its equivalent) as needed. 1. To clean the air diffusers, unfasten the screws.
5. Inspect the supply air discharge portion on external Remove the air diffusers from the back supply unit
supply plenums to ensure the airstream is free from and wash in the sink or dishwasher.
FIG. 20
debris or other blockage. FIG. 23 FIG. 53 FIG. 54 FIG. 55 REMOVABLE AI
2. Refasten with the stainless steel screws.
Condensate Hood Baffle Installation,
HOLE DRILLED
BY INSTALLER
HOOD FRONT PANEL
HOOD END PANEL
Fig. 19 and 20
Grease Grabber™ Filter Installation
1/4 INCH BOLT AND CAP NUT
1. Grasp the baffle with drain holes facing down and lift
into the hood. For short hoods with only one baffle, it NOTE
may be necessary to turn the baffle slightly diagonally
Never install the second stage filter in the front filter
FULL END SKIRT
to fit it past the drain channel. SLIDE FLANGE
BACKSPLASH PANEL
channel. The second stage filter must be installed

BEHIND BACK
OF THE HOOD
2. After the baffle clears the drain channel of the hood,

ATTACH TO WALL
HEMMED EDGE
behind a UL Classified Grease-X-Tractor™ primary

ASTENERS BY OTHERS
SECTION VIEW
FIG.so
turn the baffle 23it is lined up with the upper hanger FIG. 53
OF BACKSPLASH
filter.
PANEL OVERLAP
in the hood.
3. Hook the upper channel of the baffle over the upper 1. Slide the top edge of
hanger of the hood and set the lower edge of the the second stage filter
HOOD FRONT PANEL
baffle intoPANEL
HOOD END the condensate gutter. Repeat until all into the top rear filter
baffles are installed in the hood. channel; Fig. 21.
4. Center the baffle from side to side in the hood.
Fig. 21
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AIR DIFFUSERS
FIG. 53 FIG. 54 FIG. 55
2. Lifting the lower edge Step 3 Frequent Maintenance

of the filter past the
grease trough, continue NOTE
to push the top of the Required washing frequency is dependent on type of
filter into the channel. cooking and quantity of food cooked.
3. When the filter is even - Remove filters from hood and place each filter in a
with the bottom rear Fig. 22 whirlpool sink or dishwasher.
FIG. 54 filter channel, set the FIG. 55
- If using a whirlpool sink, cycle for 10 minutes. Use
filter into the channel;
standard dish wash soap. (3A)
Fig. 22.
- If using a dishwasher, cycle it three times to ensure
4. Slide the filter to one
all grease is removed. (3B)
end of the hood and
repeat until all the filters - If using standard sink, cover with hot water and
are installed. Make sure degreaser and soak for two hours. Rinse after
the filters are placed soaking.
Fig. 23
tightly together with no 3A 3B
visible gaps.
5. Install the Grease-X-Tractor™ primary filters in the
same manner using the front filter channel. (Fig. 23)
Grease Grabber™ Filter Cleaning
Whirlpool sink method Dishwasher method
Step 1 Remove the front row of Grease-X-Tractor™
filters shown in 1A. Begin by removing the NOTE
middle filter(s) first (1B), then slide the outer For hoods with large quantities of filters, it is
filters toward the hood center and continue acceptable to wash three to four filters each day,
removing the filters. cycling all of the filters in three days.
1A 1B NOTE
The beads will discolor. Standard cooking will turn the
beads yellow in color. Open flame cooking will cause
the beads to blacken. Neither affects the performance
Grease-X-Tractor™ filters, first row of filters of the filters.
1C Periodic Inspection
- Inspect filter fasteners. Verify they are not loose or
missing.
- Each filter may be soaked in hot soapy water for two
Grease Grabber™ filters, second row of filters
hours once a month prior to washing if grease build-
up is found.
Step 2 Remove the Grease Grabber™ filters, starting
in the middle of the hood: (2A) grab the handles - Test for grease build-up by running water through the
on either side and lift the filter up, (2B) pull the filter. If water runs freely and no air gaps are in the
bottom of the filter toward yourself, (2C) lower beaded pack, the filter is in working condition.
the filter out of the hood. - Inspect the filters by holding it up to a light. Light
Repeat this process for each filter. The filters shining through more than six holes in a group
that are on the ends will have to be slid toward indicates filter damage.
the middle and then lifted out. - For filter replacement, call 1-800-355-5354
Step 4 Replace Grease Grabber™ filters in hood. Do
Step 2 in reverse order (2C, then 2B, then 2A).
Step 5 Replace the front Grease-X-Tractor filters. Do
Step 1 in reverse. Be sure to install filters in the
2A 2B
ends of the hood first, then install the filters in
Slide filter up Pull bottom of filter towards the middle of the hood (1B, then 1A).
yourself
CAUTION
To prevent damage to filter media, do not wash
second stage filters in detergents that contain
2C hydroxides such as sodium hydroxide or potassium
Pull filter down
hydroxide.

Filter Washing Frequency Guide
NOTE CAUTION
Standard cooking will turn the beads yellow in color. To prevent damage to filter media, do not wash
Open flame cooking will cause the beads to blacken. second stage filters in detergents that contain
Neither affects the performance of the beads. hydroxides such as sodium hydroxide or potassium
hydroxide.
Grease Grabber™ Filter Baffle Filter or

Washing Equipment Cooking
Preference Chemical Frequency Time or Grease-X-Tractor™
Equipment
Type Temp. Required Cycles Wash Frequency
Griddle Every 3 days 2 cycles Every 3 days, 2 cycles
Commercial Fryer Weekly 2 cycles Twice a week, 1 cycle

1 180º F Dish Washer
Grade Dish
Best Minimum Detergent
Washer Charbroiler Daily 2 cycles Daily, 2 cycles
Wok Daily 2 cycles Daily, 2 cycles
Griddle Every 3 days 3 cycles Every 3 days, 2 cycles

Low Temp.
Dish Washer Fryer Weekly 3 cycles Twice a week, 2 cycles
Dish Washer
2 140º F
Detergent
Chemical Charbroiler Daily 4 cycles Daily, 2 cycles
Sanitizer
Wok Daily 4 cycles Daily, 2 cycles
Griddle Every 3 days 10 minutes Every 3 days, 5 minutes
Power Wash Fryer Weekly 10 minutes Twice a week, 5 minutes

180º F Pot & Pan
3 Sink (Whirlpool)
Minimum Detergent
with Heater Charbroiler Daily 15 minutes Daily, 5 minutes
Wok Daily 15 minutes Daily, 5 minutes
Griddle Every 3 days 15 minutes Daily, 5 minutes
Power Wash Fryer Weekly 15 minutes Twice a week, 5 minutes

Pot & Pan
4 Sink (Whirlpool) 140º F
Detergent
without Heater Charbroiler Daily 25 minutes Daily, 10 minutes
Wok Daily 25 minutes Daily, 10 minutes

Daily
Griddle Every 2 days 1 hour Soak 10 minutes, then scrub with
Pot Sink scour pad and bottle brush.
with Heater Pot & Pan Daily
Fryer Detergent Every 2 days 1 hour Soak 5 minutes, then scrub with
5 180º F
Rinse with and/or scour pad and bottle brush.
sprayer after Degreaser
soaking. Charbroiler Daily 2 hours Daily
Soak 10 minutes, then scrub with
Wok Daily 2 hours scour pad and bottle brush.
2 hours
Griddle Daily Change hot water
Pot Sink every 30 minutes
no Heater Commercial
6 Daily
140º F Grade Kitchen 2 hours Soak 10 minutes then scrub with
Worst Rinse with Fryer Every 2 days Change hot water scour pad and bottle brush.
Degreaser every 30 minutes
sprayer after
soaking.
Charbroiler Not Recommended
Wok Not Recommended
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Troubleshooting
Problem: Exhaust fan is not operating or is not operating at design levels.
Is the fan receiving power? Replace fuses, reset circuit breakers, check disconnect.
Is the belt loose or broken? Replace or tighten belt.
Is the fan rotating in correct direction? Have the electrician correctly wire the fan.
Problems with make-up air may interfere with the exhaust fan. Check the
Is the make-up air operating?
manufacturer’s installation manual.
Does the airflow need to be increased? Adjust or replace pulleys to increase fan RPM, install a larger motor.
Clean the fan wheel/blade, replace fan wheel if damaged, check for loose bolts,
Does the fan vibrate? check for broken or damaged components, check for rags and other foreign
objects.
Problem: Hood is full of smoke. There is smoke coming out of the edges of the hood.
Is the fan operating at design levels? See exhaust fan troubleshooting section.
Refer to test and balance report, design specifications and fan curves; have an
electrician check the motor amperage; try removing the filter temporarily to see
Is the fan correctly sized?
if capture improves. (Make sure to replace filter to prevent risk of fire!); switch to
different filters with lower static pressure.
Are the filters in good condition? Clean filters, replace damaged filters, properly position filters.
Is there sufficient make-up air?
(Kitchen should be in a slight negative Check make-up air unit, increase make-up air, make-up air should be evenly
but not excessive. Check to see if there distributed throughout the kitchen.
is a strong draft through an open door).
Does the current cooking equipment match
Adjust or replace fan to match the cooking equipment load.
the original design?
One hood may be over exhausting and the other hood not drawing enough.
Are there multiple hoods on one fan?
Restrict second hood to help problem hood.
Are there closed dampers in the duct? Open dampers.
Is the ductwork complex or to small? Change to a higher static fan, modify the ductwork.
Is the ductwork obstructed? Clear obstruction.
Is this a short circuit hood? Turn off or reduce the amount of air supplied to short circuit.
Problem: Smoke blows away before reaching the bottom of the hood.
Are there cooling fans directed at the hood
Turn off or redirect fans.
or cooking equipment?
Are there ceiling diffusers directing air at Move diffusers to more neutral area or replace with a diffuser that directs air away
the hood? from the hood.
Are there open windows or doors? Close windows and doors.
Find source of the draft and eliminate, add side skirts to hood (test with
cardboard; use stainless for permanent side skirts); increase the amount of
Are there cross drafts or other drafts in the
overhang on the spillage side; add a 6 in. (152.4 mm) lip around the base of the
kitchen?
hood (test with cardboard; use stainless for permanent side skirts); make-up air
should be spread out evenly through the kitchen.
Add side skirts to hood (test with cardboard first); increase the amount of
Is the hood near a main walkway?
overhang on spillage side.
Are there pass-thru windows near Adjust amount and locations of make-up air to eliminate drafts through the pass-
the hood? thru windows.
Is this an air curtain hood? Turn off or reduce the amount of make-up air.
Is the make-up air part of the hood Try turning off or reducing the amount of make-up air; block off portions of the
or an attached plenum? supply to direct air away from the problem area (test with cardboard).

Troubleshooting
Problem: Pilot lights are being blown out or cooking equipment is being cooled by make-up air.
Try turning off or reducing the amount of make-up air; block off portions of the
Are there drafts from make-up air? supply to direct air away from the problem area (test with cardboard first); remove
any obstructions in front of supply that directs air toward cooking equipment.
Problem: Cold air can be felt by the cook at the hood.

Is this a short circuit hood? Turn off or reduce the amount of air supplied to short circuit.
Is this an air curtain hood? Turn off or reduce the amount of air supplied to the air curtain; heat the supply air.
Is the make-up air part of the hood
Try turning off or reducing the amount of make-up air; heat the supply air.
or an attached plenum?
Problem: The kitchen gets hot.

Hood is not drawing enough air, see sections on fan performance and hood
Is the hood capturing?
capture.
Is this an air curtain hood? Turn off or reduce the amount of air supplied to the air curtain.
Is the make-up air part of the hood
Try turning off or reducing the amount of make-up air; cool the supply air.
or an attached plenum?
Problem: Cooking odors in the dining area.

Hood is not drawing enough air, see sections above on fan performance and
Is the hood capturing?
hood capture.
Is there a draft through doors between the
Decrease make-up air in the kitchen; increase exhaust air through hood.
kitchen and dining area?
Problem: Grease is running off the hood.

Is there grease on top of the hood? Exhaust duct is not correctly welded.
Is the caulk missing or damaged? Clean problem area and recaulk.
Is the grease cup inserted properly? Put grease cup back in place.
Problem: Hood is noisy.

Is the fan running in the correct direction? See exhaust fan troubleshooting section.
Are the filters in place? Replace missing filters.
Is the hood over exhausting? Slow down fan (see exhaust fan troubleshooting section)
Before calling your manufacturer’s representative to report a problem, have the following information available:
1. Review / summary of troubleshooting section in 9. Height hood is mounted above finished floor.
installation operation manual. 10. How make-up air is brought into the kitchen (hood,
2. Hood model and serial number. ceiling diffusers, separate plenum).
3. Current cooking equipment line-up. 11. Is exhaust system controlled by a variable volume
4. Size of hood (length, width and height). system?
5. Island or wall configuration. 12. Is the fan noisy?
6. Multiple hoods on one fan. 13. Photos or videos of the issue/problem may be
helpful.
7. Nature of spillage (one end; all around the edges).
8. Does the smoke make it to the hood?
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Replacement Parts
FILTERS SWITCHES
Part Filter Description Part
Description
Number (Height x Width) Number
457626 16 x 16 Aluminum Baffle Filter 850551 Light Switch Only
457628 16 x 20 Aluminum Baffle Filter 851776 Fan Switch Only
457632 20 x 16 Aluminum Baffle Filter 851777 Light Switch & Fan Switch ( 2 switches)
457634 20 x 20 Aluminum Baffle Filter 851778 Fan Switch & Heat Switch (2 switches)
457627 16 x 16 Stainless Steel Baffle Filter 851779 Exhaust, Fan & Supply Switch (2 switches)
457629 16 x 20 Stainless Steel Baffle Filter 851780 Light, Fan & Heat Switch (3 switches)
457633 20 x 16 Stainless Steel Baffle Filter 851781 Light, Exhaust, Supply Separate Switch (3 switches)
457635 20 x 20 Stainless Steel Baffle Filter 851782 Exhaust, Supply, Heat Separate Switch (3 switches)
851656 16 x 16 High Velocity Cartridge Filter 851783 Light, Exhaust, Supply, Heat Separate Switch (4 switches)
851657 16 x 20 High Velocity Cartridge Filter 851784 Fan Switch & Temper (3 position) (2 switches)
851659 20 x 16 High Velocity Cartridge Filter 851510 Light, Fans, & Temper (3 position) (3 switches)
851660 20 x 20 High Velocity Cartridge Filter 851511 Exhaust, Supply, & Temper (3 position) (3 switches)
851703 16 x 16 Grease-X-Tractor™ Aluminum Filter 851512 Light, Exhaust, Supply, & Temper (3 position) (4 switches)
851704 16 x 20 Grease-X-Tractor™ Aluminum Filter 851618 Automatic Fire Damper Test Switch
851706 20 x 16 Grease-X-Tractor™ Aluminum Filter
851707 20 x 20 Grease-X-Tractor™ Aluminum Filter MISCELLANEOUS
851709 16 x 16 Grease-X-Tractor™ SS Filter Part
Description
851710 16 x 20 Grease-X-Tractor™ SS Filter Number
851712 20 x 16 Grease-X-Tractor™ SS Filter 451131 Grease Cup
851713 20 x 20 Grease-X-Tractor™ SS Filter 453498 Glass Globe for hood lights (clear)
458763 16 x 16 Flame Gard® 1 Baffle Filter 851744 Grease Extractor Filter Removal Tool
458764 16 x 20 Flame Gard® 1 Baffle Filter 851834 Baffle Filter Removal Tool
454878 20 x 16 Flame Gard® 1 Baffle Filter 851747 High Velocity Cartridge Filter Removal Tool
454879 20 x 20 Flame Gard® 1 Baffle Filter

874300 20 x 16 Grease Grabber™ Second Stage Filter
REGISTERS
Part
Description
Number
452700 24 x 8 Aluminum Single Deflection H-OB
452729 24 x 8 Aluminum 38° Fixed Blade RA-OB

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Our Commitment
As a result of our commitment to continuous improvement, Greenheck reserves the right to change specifications
without notice.
Specific Greenheck product warranties are located on greenheck.com within the product area tabs and in the
Library under Warranties.
Greenheck’s Kitchen Ventilation Systems catalog provides AMCA Publication 410-96, Safety Practices for Users and
additional information describing the equipment, fan Installers of Industrial and Commercial Fans, provides
performance, available accessories, and specification data. additional safety information. This publication can be obtained
from AMCA International, Inc. at www.amca.org.
Phone: 715.359.6171 • Fax: 715.355.2399 • Parts: 800.355.5354 • E-mail: gfcinfo@greenheck.com • Website: www.greenheck.com
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2 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

GH, GK, 30 lbs/ft 32 lbs/ft 35 lbs/ft 38 lbs/ft 40 lbs/ft

GH, GK, 36 lbs/ft 38 lbs/ft 41 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 46 lbs/ft

40 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 52 lbs/ft

48 lbs/ft 51 lbs/ft 54 lbs/ft 57 lbs/ft

44 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 52 lbs/ft 56 lbs/ft

39 lbs/ft 41 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 47 lbs/ft 49 lbs/ft

45 lbs/ft 47 lbs/ft 50 lbs/ft 53 lbs/ft 55 lbs/ft

49 lbs/ft 53 lbs/ft 57 lbs/ft 61 lbs/ft

57 lbs/ft 60 lb/ft 63 lbs/ft 66 lbs/ft

53 lbs/ft 57 lbs/ft 61 lbs/ft 65 lbs/ft

52 lbs/ft 54 lbs/ft 56 lbs/ft 58 lbs/ft 61 lbs/ft 63 lbs/ft

61 lbs/ft 66 lbs/ft 68 lbs/ft 72 lbs/ft 75 lbs/ft 79 lbs/ft

81 lbs/ft 84 lbs/ft 87 lbs/ft 90 lbs/ft

66 lbs/ft 69 lbs/ft 72 lbs/ft 76 lbs/ft 79 lbs/ft

20 lbs/ft 24 lbs/ft 28 lbs/ft 32 lbs/ft 36 lbs/ft 40 lbs/ft 44 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 52 lbs/ft

43 lbs/ft 48 lbs/ft 53 lbs/ft 58 lbs/ft 63 lbs/ft 68 lbs/ft 73 lbs/ft

58 lbs/ft 64 lbs/ft 70 lbs/ft 76 lbs/ft 82 lbs/ft 88 lbs/ft 94 lbs/ft

Hood Weight Equation (lb.) Hood Weight Equation (kg.)

1.6 x 48 + 28 = 104.8 lb. 0.286 x 121.92 + 12.68 = 47.5 kg.

Supply Plenum - Weights and Dimensions

Air Curtain Supply Plenum Width (inches)

4 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

For questions regarding the supporting structure and

6 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

TACK-WELDED TO 3. A backsplash panel must be attached to the wall

Three inches (7.62 cm) uninsulated airspace installed on

combustible surfaces. Top View of the Hood

Duct cut out area Hood

8 in. Front of hood 8 in. 3 in.

Back View of the Hood

End Clearance Reduction Options 1 in.

HangerOne inch (2.54 cm) layer of insulation factory-installed

3. For hoods that are insulated, the edges of the

8 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

Installing the Back Supply Plenum Ductwork

floor. This is measured L/4 from the Continuous

lowest rear edge of the back 1. Remove the support angles

Hang using threaded rod end panels. Install

1. REMOVE SUPPORT ANGLE ON OPEN END PANEL

O D 3. FASTEN TOP ANGLES TOGETHER USING 1/4 in. BO

31.25 INCH Fig. 5 5. CAULK ALL SEAMS AS NECESSARY.

FASTENERS HOLDING THE

• These fasteners are to help maintain the location of ON

the back supply, and are not intended to hold the HO

weight of the back supply unit.

removable air diffusers. FULL END SKIRT HOLE DRILLED

OPTIONAL UTILITY CABINET

When using the uni-strut (supplied by others), it must be HOOD

Installing the Supply Duct Collar to the Plenum

L (MODULE LENGTH) L (MODULE LENGTH)

10 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II L/4 L/4

1. After hood is hung into position, slide the flat flange

panel section view. OF THE HOOD

Installing End Skirts 31.25 INCH Electrical Connections

or flex conduit. All low voltage field wiring should be

Hood Light, Fan and/or Thermal (Tempering)

12 Kitchen Hoods • Type I and Type II ®

CLAMP PANELS TO HOOD

END ENSLOSURE FRONT ENCLOSURE PANEL

TACK-WELDED TO 3. A backsplash panel must be attached to the wall

• These fasteners are to help maintain the location of ON

•T ake velocity readings for each filter. Extension rods