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 therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions. In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1: •...
1 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.
1 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. • If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by Customer Services in order to avoid hazard.
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1 Safety precautions • If other appliances – fuelled by gas or other fuels – are being used at the same time, ensure that there is a sufficient supply of fresh air. This does not apply to air recirculation appliances. •...
Appliance description The appliance is used to extract cooking fumes and smells from a cooking area and is normally installed in an overhead unit. This particular model can be used in the extraction mode or the recirculation mode. Extraction model The integrated fan extracts cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface.
2 Appliance description Features • Flat pull-out deflector plate • 2 extractor fans • 2 metal grease filters • Cooking surface illumination • 1 activated charcoal filter (only with air recirculation, not supplied) The extractor fan has 3 power levels: •...
2 Appliance description Operating elements Slide switch Extractor fan ON / OFF (3 levels) Illumination ON / OFF Depending on the model and design, the specification of your appliance may differ from the standard specification herein.
Switching appliance on The illumination and the extractor fans can only be switched on when the flat pull-out deflector plate has been pulled out. Pull out the flat pull-out deflector ➤ plate. The appliance is most effective when the flat pull-out deflector plate is completely pulled out.
3 Use Switching the illumination on and off Slide the switch to the position. ➤ To switch off, set the switch to ➤ Switching off the appliance Push in the flat pull-out deflector ➤ plate completely. – This switches off the extractor fans and the illumination, even when the sliding switch is not set If the flat pull-out deflector plate is then pulled out a little, the extractor...
Care and maintenance Cleaning the housing Take care that no water gets into the housing of the appliance! If water gets into the housing, it can cause damage. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool, etc. as they can damage the surface. Remove the screw fuse or switch off the circuit breaker.
4 Care and maintenance Cleaning the grease filters The grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month with normal use. If properly cared for, the grease filters should provide unlimited years of service. The grease filters can be cleaned in a dishwasher. ➤...
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4 Care and maintenance Removing the grease filters Push in the flat pull-out deflector plate 1 completely. ➤ Pull down the handle 2 and pull towards the outside of the appliance. ➤ – This releases the grease filter, allowing it to be be pulled downwards. Remove the upper grease filter in the same way.
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4 Care and maintenance Installing the grease filters Push in the flat pull-out deflector plate 1 completely. ➤ Take hold of the grease filter and insert fixed centring pins on one side ➤ (either left or right) into the slots for the upper grease filter. Pull back the centring pins on the other side using the handle 2 and slot in.
4 Care and maintenance Replacing the standard activated charcoal filter Remove screw fuse or switch off circuit breaker. Standard activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. The standard activated charcoal filter is to be replaced after an operating time of 3 to 6 months.
4 Care and maintenance Cleaning and replacing long-life activated charcoal filters Remove screw fuse or switch off circuit breaker. Long-life activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. Unlike the standard activated charcoal filter, the long-life activated filter can be cleaned and reactivated.
4 Care and maintenance Replacing the halogen light bulb Remove the appliance’s screw fuse or switch off the circuit breaker. Halogen light bulbs get hot during operation! Allow to cool down first. Open the illumination cover 1: Push back both locking slides 2 and swing down the ➤...
Trouble-shooting What to do if … … the illumination is not working Possible cause Solution • The fuse or the circuit Replace the fuse. ➤ breaker for electrical Reset the circuit breaker. ➤ installations in the home is faulty. • Interruption in the power Check the mains supply.
Accessories and spare parts Please give model number of the appliance and exact description of the accessory or spare part when ordering parts. Halogen light bulb 230 V / 28 W Metal grease filter Standard activated charcoal filter Long-life activated charcoal filter The halogen light bulb is also available from specialist retailers.
Technical data Electrical connection See identification plate. ➤ Remove the 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 power supply. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety •...
➤ – The identification plate is located on the inside of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly, contact your nearest V-ZUG Ltd Service Centre using freephone 0800 850 850 and stand in close proximity to the appliance.
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