Safety Instructions Important note: Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as described in this booklet. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe...
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Safety Instructions • Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation. The manufacturer is not liable for damage which is caused by improper use or incorrect operation. • Check the appliance for damage after unpacking it. Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transport. •...
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Safety Instructions • This appliance is not intended for operation with an external clock timer or a remote control. • Safe operation is possible only when the partial vacuum in the place where the heat producing appliance is installed does not exceed 4 Pa (0.04 mbar).
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Safety Instructions • The accessible parts become very hot when in operation. Never touch hot parts. Keep children at a safe distance. • Components inside the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective gloves. • Items placed on the appliance may fall down. Do not place any objects on the appliance.
Product overview 7 x wall 1 x hood fixing Plugs* bracket 2 x flue duct 7 x large fixing bracket screws 6 x small screws 1. Hood 4. Metal Vent Hose 2. Lower flue duct 5. Fixtures and fittings *Ensure wall fittings are 3.
Positioning • This appliance is installed on the wall. • Avoid damaging the product during installation • The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according to the safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the appliance works correct when installed. •...
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Positioning Top view Side view Front view All measurements in the diagram are in millimetres (mm) - 9 -...
Important Note: To remove odours in circulating-air mode, you must install a carbon filter (carbon filter is not supplied with your appliance) . Please contact Product Care or visit the Russell Hobbs website to purchase carbon filter. Dependent on use it is recommended that a carbon filters are changed every 2 –...
Installation Preparation Ensure that there are no electric wires, gas or water pipes in the area where holes are to be made. If in doubt, contact an electrical engineer. 1. Ensure that there is an electrical plug socket within adequate distance of the hood after it has been installed.
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Installation Preparation Option Chimney 400+390 440-810 500+500 540-1010 560+560 600-1130 All measurements in the above diagram are in millimetres (mm) - 12 -...
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Installation Constructing and aligning the appliance. Components inside the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective gloves 1. Partially remove the protective film from the back of the appliance. 2. Hook the appliance on to the hood fixing bracket (ensure the hood is fully hooked onto the hood fixing bracket, as the hooks on the bracket are stepped) and check that it is level with a spirit level.
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Installation Attaching the appliance Components inside the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective gloves. 1. Slide the upper (smaller) flue duct into the lower (bigger) flue duct. 2. Carefully mount the appliance onto the hood fixing bracket (ensure the hood is fully hooked onto the hood fixing bracket, as the hooks on the bracket are stepped) 3.
Usage Note: Switch on the extractor hood when you start cooking and switch it off again several minutes after you have finished cooking. This is the most effective way of removing the kitchen fumes. Control panel Icon Explanation Fan off Fan speed 1 (low) Fan speed 2 (medium) Fan speed 3 (high)
Cleaning and Maintenance: Important notes: • The appliance will become hot during operation, especially near the bulbs. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. • Penetrating moisture may result in an electric shock. Clean the appliance using a damp cloth only. Before cleaning, pull out the mains plug or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
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Cleaning and Maintenance: Surface type How to clean Stainless Steel Hot soapy water: Clean with a dish cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Clean stainless steel surfaces in the direction of the grain only. Special stainless steel cleaning products are from specialist retailers.
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Cleaning and Maintenance: Aluminium grease filters: Removing and installing the Aluminium grease filters: Removing 1. Press the lock in and pull down the aluminium grease filter. 2. Take the filter out of the holder. 3. Clean the filter and allow to dry before replacing (refer to cleaning instructions on the following page).
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Cleaning and Maintenance: Carbon filters (must be purchased separately): Installing the Carbon grease filters: Remove the Aluminium filter(s) from the hood. You will now be able to access the motor, carefully attached the carbon filters to both ends of the motor. Carbon filters should be replaced after approximately 2-3 months of use.
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Cleaning and Maintenance: Important notes • Grease deposits in the grease filter may catch fire. • Clean the grease filter at least every 2 months. • Never operate the appliance without the grease filter. • Do not use any aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents. •...
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Cleaning and Maintenance: Replacing the light modules • You cannot replaced the light bulbs, the entire light module has to be replaced. • When changing the light modules, the contacts are live. • Before changing the light module(s), unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
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Cleaning and Maintenance: 3. Unclip the light module from its terminal 4. Remove the light module from its fitting in the panel (this may require pressure or force to be applied). 5. Put the replacement light module into the fitting (ensuring the terminal is threaded through the fitting) and connect it to the terminal.
Trouble Shooting: Problem Solution The plug is not plugged in. Connect the appliance to the electricity supply. Power cut Check whether other kitchen appliances are working. The appliance Faulty fuse does not work Check in the fuse box to make sure that the fuse for the appliance is working The fan is faulty.
Connection to the mains supply WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED This appliance is designed to operate from a mains supply of AC230V ~ 50Hz. Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage. For UK use only – Plug fitting details (where applicable): As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The GREEN/YELLOW wire is the EARTH and must be connected to the terminal which...
Guarantee This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or workmanship you must contact Product Care with the original proof of purchase so a replacement or refund can be arranged.
Technical Specification Model number RHGCH601SS-M/01 & B-M/01 Rated Voltage 220V – 240V ~ 50Hz Rated input 108W External Dimensions(HxWxD) 440 - 810mm x 600mm x 500mm Maximum extraction rate 440m³/h Light power 2 x 1.5W LED bulbs Model number RHGCH901SS-M/01 & B-M/01 Rated Voltage 220V –...
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Swan Lane, Hindley Green, Wigan, WN2 4AY, United Kingdom Product Care (Ireland) Ltd, Unit 3D North Point House, North Point Business Park, New Mallow Road, Cork, T23 AT2P, Ireland. Russell Hobbs is the registered trademark of Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd.
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