Range Hood Use; Range Hood Care - Whirlpool UXT4236ADS Installation Instructions And Use & Care Manual

The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors
and odors from the cooktop area. For best results, start the hood
before cooking and allow it to operate several minutes after the
cooking is complete to clear all smoke and odors from the
kitchen.
The hood controls are located on the front panel of the range
hood.
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A. Incandescent light housing and cover
B. Grease filter retainer
C. Grease filter
IMPORTANT: Clean the hood and grease filters frequently
according to the following instructions. Replace the grease filter
before operating hood.
Exterior Surfaces:
IMPORTANT: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive
cleaners, cooktop polishing creme, steel wool, gritty washcloths
or paper towels.
To avoid damage to the stainless steel, do not use cleaners that
contain chlorine.
Cleaning Method:
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Glass cleaner to remove fingerprints.
For stainless steel models, use Stainless Steel Cleaner
and Polish, Part Number 31462A (not included): See
the "Assistance or Service" section to order.
For stainless steel models, rub in the direction of the grain to
avoid scratching or damaging the surface.
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RANGE HOOD USE

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RANGE HOOD CARE

Range Hood Controls
Operating the light
Turn the light switch to the right 1 position for Low (night light).
Turn the light switch to the right 2 positions for High.
Operating the fan
The fan is variable speed. Rotate the fan switch to the right to
turn the fan to the On position. Continue to rotate the switch to
the desired fan speed.
To turn the fan off, rotate the fan speed switch to the left to the
Off position.
Cleaning
Metal or Charcoal Grease Filter
To Clean the Filter:
1. Remove the screw from the grease filter retainer.
2. Turn the grease filter retainer to release the filter.
3. For vented installations: Wash the metal filter as needed in a
dishwasher or hot detergent solution.
For non-vented (recirculating) installations: Replace the
metal filter with a charcoal filter. The charcoal filter is not
washable. It should last up to 6 months with normal use. For
information on ordering, see the "Assistance or Service"
section. Dispose of old charcoal filter.
To Replace the Filter:
1. To reinstall the filter, place the back edge of the filter into the
channel at the rear of the hood. Push the filter into place and
turn the filter retainer to secure the filter to the range hood.
2. Replace the screw in the grease filter retainer.
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A. Fan speed switch
B. On/Off light switch
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A. Filter retainer