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 • 1 extractor fan with 4 power levels • 2 metal grease filters • Illumination • 1 activated charcoal filter (not included in scope of delivery) The extractor fan has 4 power levels: •...
2 Appliance description Construction 1 Flat pull-out deflector plate 4 Grip 2 Operating element 5 Illumination 3 Metal grease filter 6 Illumination cover Operating element Slide switch Extraction fan ON / OFF (4 power levels) Illumination ON / OFF Depending on the model and features, the specification of your appliance may differ from the standard specification described.
Operation Switching the appliance on To switch the illumination and the extractor fan on, the deflector plate must be pulled out. Pull the deflector plate out. ➤ The appliance is most effective when the deflector plate is fully pulled out. Switching the extractor fan on/off Slide the switch to 1, 2, 3 or 4.
3 Operation Switching the illumination on and off Slide the switch to the position. ➤ To switch off, set the switch to ➤ Switching the appliance Push the deflector plate completely ➤ – This switches off the extractor fan and the illumination even if the switch is not set to If the deflector plate is pulled slightly out again, the extractor fan comes on at the level set and the illumination comes on.
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 Pull the deflector plate 1 completely out. ➤ Push the grip 2 on the grease filter in. ➤ – This releases the grease filter. Carefully pull the grease filter down and out of its fixture. ➤...
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4 Care and maintenance Installing the grease filters Pull the deflector plate completely out. ➤ Push the grip 2 on the grease filter in. ➤ Push the upper grease filter into the fixture and engage in place. ➤ Ensure all centering pins are sitting properly in the receiving slots. Install the lower grease filter in the same way.
4 Care and maintenance Replacing the standard activated charcoal filter Remove the screw-in fuse for the appliance or switch off the 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. Under no circumstances try to remove the light cover using a sharp object! Remove the grease filters (see Cleaning the grease filters).
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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