AEG DBK6980HG User Manual page 61

Keep the hood
clean
Charcoal filter
6.2 Cleaning the grease filter
Filters are mounted with the use of clips and
pins on the opposite side.
To clean the filter:
1. Hold the panel on the sides and push it
back (1).
1 1
2. Slightly tilt the front of the filter
downwards (2), then pull.
Be careful! Filter is protected by chain
upon accidental collapse. Dismount
the chains before cleaning the filters.
3. Disassemble the filter by removing the
screws on top of the filter.
Clean the appliance and grease filters each month. Clean the interior and grease filters
carefully from fat. Fat accumulation or other residue may cause fire.
Follow the instructions for cleaning the accessories when filter notification is on. Refer to
Filter notification in daily use chapter.
Grease filters can be washed in a dishwasher.
The dishwasher must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. The grease filter may
discolour, it has no influence on the performance of the appliance.
The time of saturation of the charcoal filter varies depending on the type of cooking and
the regularity of cleaning the grease filter. The activated charcoal filter is not washable,
cannot be regenerated and must be replaced approximately every 4/6 months of opera‐
tion, or more frequently for particularly heavy usage.
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2 2
4. Clean the filters using a sponge with non
abrasive detergents or in a dishwasher.
The dishwasher must be set to a low
temperature and a short cycle. The
grease filter may discolour, it has no
influence on the performance of the
appliance.
5. To mount the filters back follow the first
two steps in reverse order.
Repeat the steps for all filters if applicable.
6.3 Replacing the charcoal filter
WARNING!
The charcoal filter is non-washable!
To replace the filter:
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