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75004Agb.fm5 Page 9 Tuesday, March 27, 2001 10:55 AM
Switch on the hood a few minutes before starting
to cook and leave it running for at least 5 minutes
after you have finished.
1. Pull out the steam deflector (depending on
model). This improves hood performance.
Always disconnect the hood by switching off the electrical power supply before
cleaning or carrying out maintenance.
Grease filter
•
The sponge grease filter should be
washed in hot soapy water once a month
(soak for 1-2 hours, do not wring.
If necessary, repeat the process.
Replace with a new filter every 5-6 washes).
•
The grease filter paper should be replaced
at least once a month.
•
Grease filter paper with indicator should
be replaced at least every two months or
whenever the colour becomes visible
through the holes of the grille.
The paper filter is coloured on one side.
This colour should not be visible through the
grille holes when the filter is installed.
•
The metal grease filter has an unlimited life
and should be washed once a month
by hand or in a dishwasher (60°C) with
appropriate detergents.
Leave filter to dry, handling it carefully
before remounting it.
Whenever cleaning or replacing the grease
filters, clean all other exposed parts of the hood.
Hood does not work:
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Is the electrical power supply switched on?
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Is there a power failure?
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Has the fuse blown?
Insufficient suction power:
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Did you set the right speed?
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Do the filters need to be cleaned or replaced?
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Are the air outlets blocked?
HOW TO USE THE HOOD
2. Turn the speed selector to the required
3. Switch off the hood 5 minutes after you have
4. Close the steam deflector (where fitted).
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Carbon filter
("Air recirculation mode", see following
page)
The carbon filter cannot be washed or
regenerated.
Replace the carbon filter (normal usage)
every 6 months (Rectangular carbon filter)
every 4 months (Circular carbon filter)
Replacing the bulbs
1. Pull out the steam deflector
2. Open the grille or light fixture and remove the
3. Remove the burnt-out bulb and replace it with
Cleaning the hood
Use a soft cloth with methylated spirits or a mild
liquid detergent. Never use abrasives.
Warning! Failure to observe the instructions for
cleaning the appliance and replacing or washing
the filters may cause a fire.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Light does not work:
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•
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Never try to carry out any repair
yourself other than fixing the
above-mentioned problems.
speed setting according to the quantity of
fumes and steam to be extracted.
finished cooking.
(depending on model).
grease filter.
a new one of the same wattage. Close the
grille, light fixture or metal grease filter.
Does the bulb need to be replaced?
Is the bulb correctly fitted?
Has the fuse blown?
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