Maintenance And Cleaning; Grease Filter; Carbon Filter - Kernau KBH 07551 X3 Manual Instruction

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Before undertaking any operations related to the maintenance of the device,
disconnect the hood from the power supply network. The device should
be washed with specialized agents for surfaces made of stainless steel. The
hood should be cleaned with mild agents, do not use abrasives. Regular
maintenance will improve the operation of the hood.
DO NOT USE ALCOHOL!
CAUTION:
Failure to comply with the regulations regarding cleaning of the
device and replecement of filters creates the risk of fire. It is therefore
recommended to follow the given instructions. The manufacter is
not responsible for any damage to the engine or fires resulting form
noncompliance with the maintenance rules and the instructions mentioned
above.

GREASE FILTER

The hood is equipped with an aluminum filter. The filter is removed by
moving the locks in the direction shown by the arrow (figure S1). The filter
should be washed by hands as follow: by immersing it in water with a liquid
at a temperature of 40-50ºC for 15 minutes. After the 15 minutes, start washing
and rinse the filter thoroughly. The filter must be completely dry before placed
in the hood again. A filter that is not cleaned regularly reduces hood efficiency
and can cause fire. When washing in the dishwasher, filter may change color
or discolor, but this does not affect its filtering properties.

CARBON FILTER

The hood may be equipped with the carbon filters. Carbon filters are use
only when the hood is not connected to the ventilation duct. Filters should
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be instaled on turbin housing as shown figure . In this case, the purified
air is forwarded back to the room. The hood should not be connected to the
ventilation ducts. In order to ensure proper hood operation and effective
odor absorption, the carbon filters should be repalced regulary (every 3 to 6
months) depending on the intensity of use of the hood. The carbon filter is not
a standard equipment of the hood ant it is an additional paid option.