Comfee Range Hood User Manual
Model Numbers: CVG30W8AST, CVG36W8AST
Power Supply: 120V
Rated Power: 323W
Frequency: 60Hz
This manual provides instructions for the Comfee Range Hood. Please read all instructions before use.
Warranty Offer: Free 3 months extension of the original limited warranty period. Text a picture of your proof of purchase to 1-844-224-1614. This extension applies for three months immediately following the completion of the product's original warranty period.
Important Safety Instructions
[Warning] To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, observe the following:
- Use this unit only as intended by the manufacturer. Contact the manufacturer for questions.
- Before servicing or cleaning, switch off power at the service panel and lock it to prevent accidental activation. If the disconnect cannot be locked, use a prominent warning tag.
- Installation and electrical wiring must be done by qualified persons according to applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
- Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases from fuel-burning equipment to prevent back-drafting. Follow heating equipment manufacturer guidelines and safety standards (e.g., NFPA, ASHRAE).
- When cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings, do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
- Ducted systems must always be vented outdoors.
[Warning] To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this hood with any external solid-state speed control device.
[Warning] To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a range top grease fire, observe the following:
- Smother flames with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the gas burner or electric element. Be careful to prevent burns. If flames do not go out immediately, evacuate and call the fire department.
- Never pick up a flaming pan.
- Do not use water; a violent steam explosion will result.
- Use an extinguisher only if: you know it's a Class ABC extinguisher and how to operate it; the fire is small and contained; the fire department is called; and you can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Operation: Always leave safety grills and filters in place. Without them, operating blowers could catch hair, fingers, or clothing.
The manufacturer is not responsible for damages resulting from failure to observe instructions or for injuries due to negligence. The warranty expires due to improper maintenance.
[Warning] Unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.
More Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.
Approved for residential appliances. For residential use only.
Do not attempt to install or operate until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items are labeled with [Warning] or [Caution] based on risk type.
[Warning Symbol] This symbol alerts you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
[Warning] This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause serious body harm, death, or property damage.
[Caution] This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
[Important] This indicates installation, operation, maintenance, or valuable information that is not hazard-related.
[Caution] For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials or vapors.
[Caution] Use only with range hood cord connection kits that have been investigated and found acceptable for use with this model range hood.
[Warning] Grounding Instructions: This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire and plug. The plug must be plugged into a properly installed and grounded outlet.
[Warning] Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if grounding instructions are not understood or if doubt exists. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet nearby.
[Caution] To reduce risk of fire and properly exhaust air, do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces, or garages.
[Warning] To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal duct work. Install this hood in accordance with all specified requirements.
[Warning] To reduce the risk of a range top grease fire:
- Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
- Always turn the hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing food.
- Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not accumulate on the fan or filter.
- Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.
Recommendations and Suggestions
The instructions for Use apply to several versions of this appliance. Descriptions of individual features may not apply to your specific appliance.
Installation
The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from incorrect or improper installation.
- Minimum Distance: The minimum distance between the supporting surface for cooking vessels and the lowest part of the range hood. If the range hood is located above a gas appliance, this distance shall be at least 65 feet. If gas range hood installation instructions specify a greater distance, that must be followed. This distance can be reduced for non-combustible parts of range hoods and parts operating at safety extra-low voltage, provided these parts do not give access to live parts if deformed.
- Check that the mains voltage corresponds to that indicated on the rating plate.
- For Class I appliances, ensure the domestic power supply guarantees adequate earthing.
- Connect the extractor to the exhaust flue through a pipe of minimum diameter 120 inches. The flue route must be as short as possible.
- The air must not be discharged into a flue used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
- If the extractor is used with non-electrical appliances (e.g., gas burning appliances), sufficient room aeration must be guaranteed to prevent backflow of exhaust gas. The kitchen must have an opening communicating directly with the open air for clean air entry.
- When the cooker hood is used with appliances supplied with energy other than electric, the negative pressure in the room must not exceed 0.04 mbar to prevent fumes being drawn back into the room.
- Regulations concerning air discharge must be fulfilled.
Use
- The Range Hood is for home use only, not suitable for barbecue shops or other commercial purposes.
- Never use the hood for purposes other than those for which it has been designed.
- Never leave high open flames under the hood when it is in operation.
- Adjust flame intensity to direct it onto the bottom of the pan only, ensuring it does not engulf the sides.
- Deep fat fryers must be continuously monitored during use; overheated oil can burst into flames. Do not flame under the range hood; risk of fire.
- This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning safe use and understand the hazards involved.
- Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- [Caution]: Accessible parts may become hot when used with cooking appliances.
Maintenance
- The range hood and its filter should be cleaned regularly.
- Switch off or unplug the appliance from the mains supply before carrying out any maintenance work.
- Clean and/or replace filters after the specified period (fire hazard).
- Clean the hood using a damp cloth and a neutral liquid detergent.
- The appliance uses 4 range hood elements at most.
[Recycling Symbol] This symbol on packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. It shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring correct disposal, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. For more detailed information about recycling, please contact your local city office, household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.
Components
Product Components
| Ref. | Qty. | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Hood Body, complete with Controls, Light, Blower and Filter. |
| 2.1 | 1 | Lower Decorative Chimney |
| 2.2 | 1 | Upper Decorative Chimney |
| 3 | 1 | Flange (optional) |
| 4 | 2 | The Activated Charcoal filter (optional) |
| 5 | 2 | Grease filter |
Installation Components
| Ref. | Qty. | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 7 | Screws 5 x 50 |
| 11 | 7 | Wall Plugs |
| 12 | 6 | Screws 4.2 x 9.5 |
| 20 | 1 | Hood fixing bracket |
| 21 | 2 | Chimney fixing bracket |
Documentation
| Qty. | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Instruction Manual |
Dimensions
| MVG36W7AST | MVG30W7AST | |
|---|---|---|
| A | 35 7/16" (900mm) | 30" |
| B | 11 3/8" (288mm) | 11 3/8" (288mm) |
| C | 13 1/8" (333mm) | 11 7/8" (302mm) |
Diagrams show measurements for A, B, C, and minimum installation heights (Min. 25 9/16" (650mm)).
Installation
Wall Drilling and Bracket Fixing
Diagrams illustrate drilling points and measurements for bracket placement.
Mark Points:
- Mark a point (1) on horizontal line D, 2 3/8" to the vertical reference line. Repeat on the other side, ensuring marks are level.
- Mark a point (2) on horizontal line C, 2 3/8" to the vertical reference line. Repeat on the other side, ensuring marks are level.
- Mark a point (3) on horizontal line B, 3 1/8" to the vertical reference line. Repeat on the other side, ensuring marks are level.
Table for Installation Options:
| Option | Chimney | X | Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 3/4" + 15 3/8" | 41 5/8" | 17 5/8" - 30 13/16" |
| 2 | 19 11/16" + 19 5/16" | 8 5/8" | 21 11/16" - 38 11/16" |
Table for Duct Lengths:
| Option | Chimney | X | Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 400+390mm | 119mm | 448-783mm |
| 2 | 500+490mm | 219mm | 548-983mm |
As a first step, proceed with the following drawings:
- Draw a vertical line up to the ceiling or upper limit, at the center of the area where the hood is to be fitted.
- The cooker hood should be placed 25 5/8" - 29 1/2" (horizontal line A) up from the cooking plane for safe and good effect.
- A horizontal line B at a minimum 37 13/16" - 41 3/4" above the cooker top.
- A horizontal line C at X inch above line B.
- A horizontal line D at Y above the cooker hood.
Fixing Brackets, Chimney, and Hood Body
- Drill holes at marked points with a 3/8" drill bit.
- Insert Wall Plugs 11 into the holes.
- Fix the hood fixing bracket 20 with 3 screws 10 (ST5x50) at horizontal line B.
- Fix chimney fixing bracket 21 with 2 screws 10 (ST5x50) at horizontal line D.
Fix Lower Decorative Chimney:
- Fix the exhaust pipe on the hood body.
- Connect chimney and hood body with 2 screws 12.
- Connect chimney fixing bracket 21 and chimney with 2 screws 12.
Hook the Hood Body:
- Hook the hood body to the hood fixing bracket 20.
- Level the hood body.
- Fix a Chimney fixing bracket 21 with 2 screws 10 (ST5x50) at horizontal line C to prevent the hood body from accidentally sliding off the hood fixing bracket.
Diagrams show correct and incorrect hood body installation.
Connections (Ducted Version Air Exhaust System)
When installing the ducted version, connect the hood to the chimney using either a flexible or rigid pipe 5.9" or 4.72".
- If installing a 4.72" air exhaust connection, insert the reducer flange 3 on the hood body outlet.
- Fix the pipe in position using sufficient pipe clamps (not supplied).
- Remove possible charcoal filters.
Chimney Assembly
Upper Decorative Chimney:
- Insert the upper decorative chimney 2.2 into the lower decorative chimney 2.1 and drag it up to the horizontal line D.
- Connect upper decorative chimney 2.2 and chimney fixing bracket 21 with 2 screws 12.
Use (Speed Adjustment)
Diagrams illustrate control panel icons for speed and light adjustment.
| Icon | Function |
|---|---|
| [Off Motor Switch] | Press to stop the motor operation. |
| [Low Speed] | Press to run the motor at LOW speed. |
| [Medium Speed] | Press to run the motor at MEDIUM speed. |
| [High Speed] | Press to run the motor at HIGH speed. |
| [Light On/Off Switch] | Press to turn the lights on, and press again to turn them off. |
Maintenance
Grease Filters
Cleaning Metal Self-Supporting Grease Filters:
- Filters must be cleaned every 2 months of operation, or more frequently for heavy usage. They can be washed in a dishwasher.
- Pull the comfort panels to open them.
- Remove filters by pushing them towards the back of the hood unit and pulling downwards.
- Avoid bending filters when washing. Ensure they are completely dry before refitting. Filter surface color may change but does not affect efficiency.
- When fitting filters, ensure the handle faces outwards.
Activated Charcoal Filter (Recirculation Version)
These filters are not washable and cannot be regenerated. They must be replaced approximately every 4 months of operation, or more frequently with heavy usage.
Replacing the Activated Charcoal Filter:
- Remove the metal grease filters.
- Remove the saturated activated charcoal filter.
- Install the new filters.
- Replace the metal grease filters.
Diagrams show filter removal and installation steps.
Lighting
Light Replacement
- You cannot replace the light bulbs; the entire light module must be replaced.
- When changing light modules, the contacts are live.
- Before changing, unplug the appliance or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
- 1. Remove the grease filter and carefully remove the 4 screws from each side on the opening (requires a Phillips head screwdriver).
- 2. Lower the control panel by carefully pulling it downwards. You can now access the light module and terminals. Replace the lamp with a commercially available LED lamp (max. 1.5W).
Light Module Specifications:
| Round/ Diameter: | Max Power | Voltage | Picture | Lamp Cap | ILCOS D code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3/4" | 1.5W | DC 12 V | -- | DSR-1.5-S-70 |
Disposal of Old Electrical Appliances
The European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately to optimize recovery and recycling of materials, reducing impact on human health and the environment.
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation to dispose of the appliance separately. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning correct disposal of their old appliance.
Troubleshooting
| Fault | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Light on, but motor does not work | The blades are blocked. | Call Comfee Consumer Service |
| The capacitor is damaged. | Call Comfee Consumer Service | |
| The motor is damaged. | Call Comfee Consumer Service | |
| The internal wiring of motor is cut off/disconnected. An unpleasant smell may be produced. | Call Comfee Consumer Service | |
| Both light and motor do not work | Apart from the above mentioned, check the following: Light damaged. | Replace lights. |
| Power cord loose. | Connect power cord. | |
| Oil leakage | Outlet and the air ventilation entrance are not tightly sealed. | Take down the outlet and seal with glue or clean grease filters. |
| Vibration | The blade, if damaged, can cause vibrating. | Call Comfee Consumer Service |
| The motor is not tightly fastened. | Fasten the motor tightly or Call Comfee Consumer Service. | |
| Insufficient suction | The range hood is not tightly fixed. | Fixed the range hood tightly. |
| The distance between the cooker hood and the cooker top is too large. | Readjust the distance. | |
| Too much ventilation from open doors or windows. | Choose a new place to install the appliance or close some doors / windows. | |
| The machine inclines | The fixing screws are not tight enough. | Tighten the fixing screw and make it horizontal. |
| The hanging screws are not tight enough. | Tighten the hanging screw and make it horizontal. |
1 Year Limited Warranty
This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option. You are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning the product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value.
This warranty does not cover wear from normal use or operation that does not comply with the instruction manual, or damages resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the label.
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price.
Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
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