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Ensure not to damage the charcoal filter when cleaning or replacing as the activated charcoal inside is saturated with
grease, which will stain if it comes into contact with clothing or furnishings.
Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning isolate the cooker hood from the mains electricity supply.
The cooker hood must be kept clean, a build up of grease or fat can be a fire hazard.
External Cleaning
The metal casing, grill and chimney should be cleaned at least once a month to keep it looking like new. Wipe over
the hood with a soft cloth wrung out in mild soapy water and then dry thoroughly.
Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners as they may scratch or damage the surfaces.
Always wear protective gloves when cleaning the hood.
Never use excessive amounts of water when cleaning particularly around the control panel.
Metal Grease Filter
The metal grease filter shoul d be cleaned at least every m onth. The filter may be washed by hand using mild soapy
water, or can be machine washed in a dishwasher.
Remove the metal grease filter cassette by pushing inwardly on the two steel handles; replace, making sure the
handle has sprung back into position and is completely visible.
Charcoal Filter (for re-circulation use only)
This is not supplied with the extractor and should be purchased from your supplier as an accessory.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned; it should be replaced approximately every three months or more often if the
hood is used for more than three hours per day.
To remove the charcoal filter push inwardly on the two retaining clips to disengage the security fixing and remove.
This appliance can be a fire hazard if the grease and charcoal filters are not cleaned and replaced as recommended.
LIGHTING
Halogen lighting
The lamps should be replaced with 12V 20W halogen spot lamp.
To Remove the Lamps: -
Unscrew the two screws to release the metal surround.
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Remove a lamp from the holder by pulling the lamp downwards.
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When fitting the new lamp ensure the two pins are correctly inserted into the slots in the lamp holder.
Handing the lamp with un-covered fingers will reduce the lamp life considerably..
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