12" X 20" X 2" HD Spark Arrestor Hood Filter

12" X 20" Spark Arrestor Hood Filters should be used in exhaust hoods where solid fuel cooking appliances are present. These filters help to arrest any airborne sparks and/or embers created in the cooking process before they can enter the grease ducts. NFPA 96 defines solid fuel as "any solid organic, consumable fuel such as briquettes, mesquite, hardwood or charcoal". 94% EFFICIENT AT GREASE EXTRACTION - As tested by Underwriters Laboratories of Canada it has been proven that Flame Guard 1 grease filters have the highest rate of grease extraction of any filter on the market today while still maintaining extremely low static pressures. Quoting U.L.C. File #CR1157 it was stated that "the quantity of grease passing through the filter to the exhaust duct did not exceed 6% of the amount generated." The Spark Arrestor Hood Filter is the only product of its kind. Spark Arrestors are steel screens mounted on a "Teflon-Coated" baffle grease filter. Spark arrestors aid in stopping airborne sparks and embers from entering the baffle grease filter as well as the hood and duct system itself.   Here are the NFPA 96 Standards for Solid Fuel Cooking (Chapter 11-5.1). This will help you decide if the Spark Arrestor Hood Filter is right for you -

“If airborne sparks or embers can be generated by the solid fuel cooking operation, spark arrestor devices shall be used prior to the grease removal device to minimize the entrance of these sparks and embers into the grease removal device and into the hood and duct system.”

   *  Unique locking seam design makes these filters the most durable filters on the market  *  Will not flex or twist like other filters even after repeated dropping *  Safe, dependable, positive flame barrier protection *  Seamless, smooth surfaces permit constant grease run-off into hood collection troughs *  Easily cleaned by soaking or spraying 

*  Handles are included

  Spark Arrestor grease filters collect grease and stop flames from penetrating into the hood exhaust ductwork. They are designed to prevent flames from passing through the baffles and can withstand various temperature levels. The solid baffle construction of each hood filter ensures a reliable flame barrier when you need it. Practicing efficient grease removal lowers the risk of such flare-ups. This 2” thick grease filter contains two layers of equally spaced roll formed baffles. The spacing creates an air flow that allows grease to collect, then drain down the baffles and finally into the collecting trough. The baffle plates are adjustable to control air flow. Baffles are also "Teflon Coated" to resist grease build-up.  Features heavy guage nickel plated steel with double framing to resit dents and bending. 

HOOD FILTER INSTALLATION

Hood grease filters must be installed at an angle of 45 degrees or greater so the grease will drain to the bottom. You also need a grease cup beneath the lower edge of the filters for the grease to drip into.

When reinstalling a hood filter, make sure that the grease hole in the filter is at the bottom. Hood baffle filters should always be installed with the baffles running vertically for optimal grease collection. 

CHOOSING THE PROPER HOOD FILTER SIZE A mistake commonly made when ordering baffle grease filters is reversing the dimensions. Filters should be placed inside the canopy hood with the baffles running vertically. The vertical dimension always comes first when placing an order. The horizontal dimension is always the second number.

Hood filters should fit snuggly next to each other and cover the length of the grease trough. Little or no space should remain once the trough is filled with filters.