Miele DA6881EB Operating And Installation Instructions
Miele DA6881EB Operating And Installation Instructions

Miele DA6881EB Operating And Installation Instructions

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Operating and Installation Instructions
Downdraft
To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must read
these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first
time.
en-US
M.-Nr. 10 651 740

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  • Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Downdraft To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must read these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first time. en-US M.-Nr. 10 651 740...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 3 Caring for the environment ................ 11 Guide to the appliance .................. 12 Description of functions .................. 14 Operation...................... 15 Extending/Retracting the deflector plate, switching the blower on/off ....15 Selecting the power level ..................15 Selecting the delayed shut down time ..............
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance complies with current safety requirements. Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage. Read all instructions before installing or using the appliance for the first time. Only use the appliance for its intended purpose. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.
  • Page 4  CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Fire And Electric Shock Install This Rangehood Only With Internal Blower Miele DAG 600 Or External Blower Miele DAG 1000.  Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by...
  • Page 5 Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause operation faults.  Defective components should be replaced by Miele original parts only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualified service technician.  During installation, maintenance, and repair work, the ventilation hood must be disconnected from the electrical supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply if one of the following applies: –...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*: – a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Overheated oils and fats can ignite and set the ventilation hood on fire. When cooking with oils or fats, do not leave pots, pans or fryers unattended. Never leave an electric grill unattended when grilling.  Fat and debris deposits impair the proper functioning of the ventilation hood.
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation  WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: – a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
  • Page 10 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the ventilation hood. The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Accessories  Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will become void.
  • Page 11: Caring For The Environment

    Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed.
  • Page 12: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance...
  • Page 13 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Retractable canopy c Cooktop lighting d Edge extraction panel e Grease filter f Charcoal filter Optional accessory for recirculation mode g DAG 600 blower unit Optional accessories h Exhaust connection i On/Off control for the retractable canopy and the blower j Overhead lighting button k Buttons for setting the blower power l Delayed shutdown button...
  • Page 14: Description Of Functions

    Description of functions The following functions are available on your ventilation hood, depending on the model: Vented mode (requires DAG 600 internal blower as optional accessory) The cooking vapors are drawn in by the ventilation system. The air is then passed via the edge extraction panel through the grease filters, cleaned and then directed outside.
  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation Extending/Retracting the Selecting the delayed shut deflector plate, switching the down time blower on/off It is advisable to run the blower for a few minutes after cooking has finished  Touch the On/Off control  until all to remove any lingering vapors and symbols are lit up.
  • Page 16: Energy-Saving Tips

    Energy-saving tips This hood operates in a very efficient and energy-saving manner. The following will help you to save even more energy when using it: – Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation in the kitchen when cooking. If there is insufficient air flow during vented mode, the hood cannot operate efficiently, causing increased operating noise levels.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Special instructions for stainless WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK steel surfaces OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE  Stainless steel surfaces can also be THE FOLLOWING: cleaned using a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner.  Before cleaning or servicing the ...
  • Page 18: Grease Filters And Edge Extraction Panel

    Cleaning and care Removing the panel and grease Grease filters and edge filters extraction panel The edge extraction panel and the reusable metal grease filters in the appliance remove solid particles (grease, dust, etc.) from the kitchen vapors, preventing soiling of the hood. ...
  • Page 19 Ensure that the spray arm is not obstructed.  Use a common dishwashing detergent.  Select a program with a wash temperature between 120°F (50°C) and 150°F (65°C). In a Miele dishwasher use the "Normal" program.
  • Page 20: Odorfree Charcoal Filter

    These absorb the odors which arise during cooking. Charcoal filters are available from your dealer or from Miele Service. How to install/replace the charcoal filter  Before installing or replacing the ...
  • Page 21: Installation

    Installation Before installation  Before installing the appliance, read all of the information contained 18 self-tapping screws ¹/₈" x ³/ in this chapter and also in the ₈" (3.5 x 9.5 mm) "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" section. Installation parts 6 screws ³/₁₆" x ⁵/₁₆" (M4 x 8 mm) 10 screws ³/₁₆" x ⁹/₁₆"...
  • Page 22: Appliance Dimensions

    Installation Appliance dimensions "...
  • Page 23 Installation a The DAG 600 blower can be rotated and mounted with the exhaust air direction pointing up, to the left, to the right or down. b The connection box can be positioned anywhere in the cabinet. The DA 6891 can be mounted to the left, right or behind the blower.
  • Page 24: Cabinet Dimensions

    Installation Cabinet dimensions Exhaust or recirculation mode with DAG 600 blower installed at the front of the downdraft. Exhaust ducting ( 6" (150 mm))
  • Page 25: Cutout For Flush-Fit Installation

    Installation a Exhaust ducting to the right or left. b Exhaust ducting downwards. a) Overhang of the cooktop b) Cooktop cutout c If the downdraft and cooktop are installed in separate cutouts, ensure adequate stability of the strip in between. If the blower is to be installed at the back of the downdraft, ensure that there is adequate space for installation.
  • Page 26: Support Bracket

    Installation A support bracket is mounted on the Support bracket downdraft. It serves as a support for the cooktop when the downdraft extractor and the cooktop are installed in a common cutout . In the following situations, the support bracket should be replaced with two small angle brackets: –...
  • Page 27 Installation  Place the downdraft carefully into the  Secure each of the lower brackets prepared cutout (see "Appliance with two screws on the casing, so dimensions"). that the feet rest on the floor of the housing unit. To do this, you can also rotate the brackets when fitting them.
  • Page 28 Installation  Fit the upper brackets loosely to the downdraft casing. The brackets can be moved within the mounting recess.  Align the downdraft vertically and  Push the brackets upwards and screw the brackets securely to the screw them into place under the base of the housing unit.
  • Page 29 Installation  Rotate the motor so that the exhaust connection points in the required direction and secure it to the  Alternatively, the motor can be fitted downdraft. onto the downdraft from behind. – To do this, remove the back cover from the casing and fit it onto the front.
  • Page 30 Installation  When using an external blower, the connection box  of the external blower is plugged into the appropriate socket on the connection box.  Plug the connector from the power connection box  into the appropriate socket on the connection box.
  • Page 31 Installation  Guide the two connection cords on  Fasten the connection box at a the bottom of the downdraft through suitable location, e.g. a cabinet wall. the casing and plug them into the With a DA 6891 it can be mounted on appropriate sockets at the bottom of the downdraft at the indicated the connection box.
  • Page 32: Vented Mode

    Installation Recirculating mode If site conditions are not suitable for use with air extraction, the downdraft must be set up for recirculation. There are several options for this:  Secure the exhaust ducting to the exhaust socket, e.g., with a hose clip (available as an optional accessory) on flexible ducting.
  • Page 33: Air Venting

    Air venting – If elbows are needed, make sure they WARNING: Danger of toxic fumes. have a large radius. Gas cooking appliances release carbon monoxide that can be – The exhaust duct must not be kinked harmful or fatal if inhaled. or compressed.
  • Page 34: Electrical Connection

    The ventilation system may only be switch (30 mA). used with Miele DAG 600 or DAG 1000 blowers. Power supply Verify that the voltage, load and circuit rating information found on...
  • Page 35 Electrical connection  Guide the power cord into the connection box.  Secure the connection box to a suitable place, e.g. a cabinet wall. If moisture gets into the unit, this can cause an electric shock Therefore, the connection box must not be in contact with the floor.
  • Page 36: Electrical Connection Of An External Blower

    Electrical connection  Connect the power cord. Please Electrical connection of an check the enclosed wiring diagram. external blower Disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply.  Secure the connection box to a suitable place, e.g. a cabinet wall. If moisture gets into the unit, this can cause an electric shock Therefore, the connection box must...
  • Page 37: Service And Warranty

    Miele This service is available in USA only. dealer or Miele Technical Service. The telephone number for Miele is listed MieleCare, our Extended Service at the back of these instructions. Contract program, gives you the...
  • Page 38: Technical Data

    Technical data Total connected load with internal DAG 600 blower 346 W with external DAG 1000 blower 216 W Supply voltage, frequency 120 V AC, 60 Hz Fuse rating 15 A...
  • Page 39 Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
  • Page 40 DA 6881, DA 6891, DAG 600  en-US M.-Nr. 10 651 740 / 00...

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