Tricity Bendix CH 550 Operating And Installation Instructions page 7

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
The cooker hood functions are controlled by three
slide switches located centrally on the underside
of the hood in the front edge of the metal inlet
grille panel as illustrated in fig. 5.
Ensure the hood is switched on at the supply
connection unit.
Worktop Lighting
The switch (1) marked with the lamp symbol
and numbered 0-1 as illustrated in fig. 5 controls
the worktop lighting. Position -1 indicates the
light is operating.
Fan
The switch (2) marked with the fan symbol and
numbered 0-1 controls the power supply and
should be used together with the switch (3) num¬
bered 1-2-3 as illustrated in fig. 5 to control the
fan speed. 1- Low, 2- Normal and 3- Boost.
Position -1 Should be selected when sim¬
mering or when using one pan.
Position -2 Should be selected for normal
cooking up to four pans.
Position -3 Should be selected when fry¬
ing or cooking food with strong
odour.
To obtain the best performance it is advise able
to switch on the hood a few minutes before you
start cooking and leave it running for approxi¬
mately 15 minutes after finishing.
DISCONNECT THE HOOD FROM THE MAINS
SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY KIND
OF MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.
Worktop Lighting
If a lamp fails to function at any time first check
that it is fully screwed into the holder.
When changing the lamp an identical replace¬
ment must be fitted to ensure the safe working
of the cooker hood.
Replacement lamps are specified 230-240Volts
40Watt clear round globe shape with small
Edison (El4) screw thread cap.
Cleaning
For your own safety and in the interests of hy¬
giene your cooker hood needs to be kept clean.
A build up of grease or fat from cooking could
cause a fire hazard.
Never use excessive amounts of water when
cleaning particularly around the control panel
area.
The metal casing and lower grille assembly
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 hot water and containing
a mild household cleaner and dry with a soft
cloth. Always wear protective gloves when clean¬
ing the hood.
NOTE: Never use scouring pads or abrasive
cleaners as they might scratch or damage the
surface.
Charcoal Filter
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It should
be replaced at least once every three months or
more frequently if the cooker hood is used for
more than three hours a day.
Grease Filter
The grease filter is fitted to absorb grease and
dust during cooking to help keep the appliance
clean inside.
Synthetic Grease Filter
The synthetic paper grease filter cannot be
cleaned. It must not be washed.
The filter has saturation indicators. Gradually the
squares of the filter become saturated with