Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please there- fore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions. In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or unless they have been given instruction...
… Safety precautions Correct use The appliance is designed for use in the home for extracting cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface. Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons.
… Safety precautions Note on use If the appliance is visibly damaged, do not use it. Contact our Customer Services. If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity supply immediately. Caution: Accessible parts may become hot when used with cooking appliances.
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… Safety precautions If another appliance – fuelled by gas or other fuels – is being used at the same time, ensure that there is a sufficient supply of fresh air. This does not apply to air recirculation units. With the simultaneous operation of firing (e.g. wood, gas, oil or coal-fired heating systems), safe operation is only possible providing a room nega- tive pressure of 4 Pa (0.04 mbar) is not exceeded at the location of the ap- pliance.
Appliance description The appliance is designed to extract cooking fumes and smells from the cooking area. This particular model can be used to extract or to recirculate air. Extraction model The integrated fan extracts cooking fumes and smells from above the cook- ing surface.
… Appliance description Fitted with 1 extraction fan Illumination 1 metal grease filter 1 activated charcoal filter (not included in scope of delivery) The extraction fan has 4 power levels. 1 = low, 2 = medium, 3 = high and intensive level. Power levels 1–3 can be used for longer periods of operation.
Switching the appliance on / Selecting the power level Pressing the button switches the appliance on at power level 1. To select power levels 2 or 3, repeatedly press the button. – The indicator light shows which power level is currently being used. We recommend switching the appliance on at power level 1 some 5 minutes before cooking.
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… Use Illumination Use the button to switch the illumination off or on. The illumination can be used on its own. Saturation indicator for metal grease filter and long-life activated charcoal filter The indicator light flashes after 40 operating hours. The saturation level has been reached and the grease filter must be cleaned.
Care and maintenance Cleaning the housing Take care that no water gets into the housing! If water gets into the housing, it can cause damage. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool etc. to clean the appliance as they can damage the surface. Cleaning the outside / inside Clean the outside using a slightly damp cloth –...
… Care and maintenance Cleaning the grease filter The grease filter must be cleaned at least once a month with normal use or whenever the indicator light flashes. If properly cared for, the grease fil- ter should provide unlimited years of service. Clean the grease filter in the dishwasher.
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… Care and maintenance Removing the grease filter Push the grip 1 toward the back on the grease filter. Pull the grease filter down and out of the fixture. Take care not to damage the grease filter. Installing the grease filter Insert the grease filter.
… Care and maintenance Changing the halogen light Remove screw fuse or switch off circuit breaker. Halogen lights get hot during operation! Allow to cool down first. Using a small screw driver, carefully re- move the ring. Replace the defective halogen light with a bulb of the same type (max.
… Care and maintenance Changing the standard activated charcoal filter Remove the appliance’s fuse or switch the circuit breaker off. Standard activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. Standard activated charcoal filters become less effective with use. With normal use, they have to be changed at least every 4 months or whenever the indicator light flashes.
… Care and maintenance Cleaning and replacing the long-life activated charcoal filter Remove the appliance’s fuse or switch the circuit breaker off. Long-life activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. In contrast to the standard activated charcoal filter, the long-life activated charcoal filter can be cleaned and reactivated.
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… Care and maintenance Remove and clean the metal grease filter. Turn the two locking knobs by 90° and remove the long-life activated charcoal filter by pulling it down. Take out the filter 1, clean it, reactivate it and insert it back in the frame 2.
Trouble-shooting What to do if ... … the illumination is not working Possible cause Solution Fuse or circuit breaker for Change the fuse. electrical installations in Reset the circuit breaker. the home is faulty. Interruption in the power Check the power supply. supply.
Accessories and spare parts Please give model number and exact description when ordering parts. Halogen light Metal grease filter Standard activated charcoal filter Long-life activated charcoal filter The halogen light is also available from specialist retailers.
Technical data Electrical connection See identification plate Remove metal grease filter. – The identification plate is located on the inside of the appliance.
Disposal Packaging All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use,...
Index Accessories........22 Grease filter Activated charcoal filter ....8 Cleaning........15 Long-life ........19 Installation......... 16 Air recirculation with Metal grease filter ....10 recirculation model ...... 10 Removal........16 Appliance Saturation indicator..11, 13 Switching off ......12 Switching on ......
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… Index Quick instructions ......28 Selecting the power level ..12 Spare parts........22 Standard activated charcoal filter Recirculation model ...... 8 Changing........18 Repair service ......27 Switching on......... 12 Symbols ........... 2 Safety ..........24 Safety precautions Technical data ......
Repair service The 'Trouble-shooting' section will help you to carry out small repairs yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service engineer and the cost that goes along with it. Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance.
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