Contents Safety warnings ................58 For the user ..................58 For the installer .................. 59 Description of the Appliance ............61 Extraction mode ................61 Recirculation mode ................61 Control Panel ................... 62 Speed control ..................62 Maintenance and Care ..............63 Metal grease filter ................
Safety warnings For the user • The cooker hood is designed to extract unpleasant odours from the kitchen, it will not extract steam. • Always cover lighted elements, to prevent excess heat from damaging the appliance. In the case of oil, gas and coal fired cookers it is essential to avoid open flames.
For the installer • When used as an extractor unit, the hood must be fitted with a hose having preferably the same diameter as the outlet hole. Attention: The hose is not supplied and must be purchased separately. • When installing the hood, make sure you observe the following minimum distance from the top edge of the cooking hob/ring surfaces: electric cookers...
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- never install the hoses with an acute angle, they must always follow a gentle curve. - keep the hose as large as possible (preferably the same diameter as the outlet hole). - the length should be no more than: 3 metres with one 90°...
Description of the Appliance • The cooker hood is designed to extract unpleasant odours from the kitchen, it will not extract steam. • The hood is supplied as an extractor unit and can also be used with a recirculation mode by fitting a charcoal filter. Extraction mode •...
Control Panel • Best results are obtained by using a low speed for normal conditions and a high speed when odours are more concentrated. Turn the hood on a few minutes before you start cooking. The hood should be left on after cooking for about 15 minutes or until all the odours have disappeared.
Maintenance and Care • The hood must always be disconnected from the electricity supply before beginning any maintenance work. Metal grease filter • The purpose of the grease filters is to absorb grease particles which form during cooking and it must always be used, either in the external extraction or internal re-circulation function.
Charcoal filter • The charcoal filter should only be used if you want to use the hood in recirculation mode. • To do this you will need an original charcoal filter (available from your local Service Force Centre). • Cleaning/replacing the charcoal filter Unlike other charcoal filters, the LONGLIFE charcoal filter can be cleaned and reactivated.
Warning • Failure to observe the instructions on cleaning the unit and changing the filters will cause a fire hazard. You are therefore strongly recommended to follow these instructions. • The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage to the motor or any fire damage linked to inappropriate maintenance or failure to observe the above safety recommendations.
Cleaning the hood • Clean the outside of the hood using a damp cloth and a solution of water and mild washing up liquid. • Never use corrosive, abrasive or flammable cleaning products or products containing bleach. . • Never insert pointed objects in the motor’s protective grid. •...
What to do if If your appliance fails to work properly please carry out the following checks. Symptom Solution The cooker hood Check that: The hood is connected to will not start... the electricity supply. Check that a fan speed has been selected The cooker hood Check that: The fan speed is set...
Technical assistance service (not for UK) You are welcome to telephone our technical assistance service (see list of technical assistance centres) whenever you need information or in the unlikely event of a fault. For service in Australia call 1300 650 020. When calling, please be ready to specify: The model code number The serial number (E-Nr.)
CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance or for further information on AEG products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk Customer Services Department Major Appliances AEGElectrolux Addington Way...
Electrical connection (not for UK) Safety warnings for the electrician Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds to the mains power supply available. Appliances fitted with a plug can be connected to any standard power socket within easy access.
Installing the spacer Install the supplied spacer before installing the hood. Insert the spacer into the hood from the back. Adjust the spacer so that the depth of the hood corresponds to the depth of the wall unit (including the door). Fix the spacer with two screws.
Installing the hood in a cabinet The locking screws must be in place (x 2). If this is not the case, the hood could drop. 1. Trace a line using the installation template to guide you (Fig. 7.1.). Saw along this line and cut a groove at the base of the top part of the cabinet.
Installation between two cabinets The locking screws must be in place (x 2). If this is not the case, the hood could drop. If the hood is to be installed in such a way that the top edge of the front panel is aligned with the base of the cabinet (Fig.
Fitting the cold air inlet - Fig. 9 This is not applicable when the hood is used in re-circulation mode. The hood can be fitted with a cold air inlet (Fig. 9). The cold air inlet consists of two valves fitted inside the hood flue duct. If the hood is the only ventilation system in the kitchen, the extremity of the valves leading to the outside must be cut off and removed.
Positioning the charcoal filter Only applicable for operation in re-circulation mode. Install the LONG LIFE carbon filter at the back of the grease filters. The LONG LIFE carbon filter has been produced to reduce/filter cooking smells as much as possible. An opening must be made underneath or on the front of the cabinet (min.
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