Does this have a hinge?

[dieseldad97]

Was asked today to clean a hood and ductwork for a restaurant. It looks like I have some reading to do. I told the owner I'd let him know in a few days if I could do it. Here is a pic of the outside fan, and I'm wondering if it's on a hinge in order to remove it. Thanks.

 

[Grant]

There is no hinge and that fan is not approved for grease exhaust use.

 

[dieseldad97]

Thanks Grant. The business is a pizza joint and thats all they make. So I guess I'll just start taking screws out till the fan is free? Sounds straight forward.

 

[Grant]

On your service report / invoice make sure you note that the system is non compliant with current code and repairs or replacement is highly recommended.

 

[Sunshine]

Grant, what are the liabilities that could be associated with hood cleaning if there is a fire in the near future after you have cleaned them?

Are there many things that could go wrong for a newbie doing this for the first time?

 

[Alexy]

You want to get KEC specific insurance before doing any kitchen hoods.. They are NOT covered under any "pressure washing" insurance I have seen. You have some liabilities that are well beyond the scope of the coverage of those policies.