Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions. In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1: •...
1 Safety precautions Correct use • The appliance is designed for use in the home for extracting cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface. • Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons.
1 Safety precautions Note on use • If the appliance is visibly damaged, do not use it. Contact our Customer Services. • If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity supply immediately. • If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by Customer Services in order to avoid hazard.
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1 Safety precautions • If other appliances – fuelled by gas or other fuels – are being used at the same time, ensure that there is a sufficient supply of fresh air. This does not apply to air recirculation appliances. •...
Appliance description The appliance is designed to extract cooking fumes and smells from the cooking area. This particular model can be used to extract or recirculate air. Extraction model A fan extracts cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface. The metal grease filter cleans the extracted air, which is passed through a connecting pipe fitted with an integrated non-return valve and through the air duct to the outside.
2 Appliance description Fitted with • 1 extraction fan • Illumination • 1 metal grease filter • 1 long-life activated charcoal filter The extraction fan has 4 power levels. • = Low, = Medium, = High and = Intensive level. •...
2 Appliance description Construction Operating and display elements Long-life activated charcoal filter (for recirculating air only) Halogen light Metal grease filter Glass panel, fold-away (only Mistral) Air recirculation (for recirculating air only)
2 Appliance description Operating and display elements Power level 1 on/off Power level 2 on/off Power level 3 on/off Intensive level on/off After-running time/Clean-Air function Illumination on/off/dimmed Grease filter saturation indicator Depending on the model and design, the specification of the appliance may differ from the standard specification described herein.
Switching on Press the button to switch the appliance ➤ Select a different power level by pressing the corresponding button. ➤ – The indicator light shows which power level is currently being used We recommend switching the appliance on several minutes before cooking and allowing it to run for at least another 5 minutes after you have finished cooking.
3 Use Clean-Air function Activating the Clean-Air function Hold the button depressed for 5 seconds. ➤ – The display flashes. – The clean air function remains activated until it is manually deactivated. Power level runs for 15 minutes every hour. When in use, ensure there is a sufficient supply of fresh air to replace the air that is being extracted.
3 Use Illumination Press the button to switch the illumination on or off. ➤ Hold the button depressed to dim the light. ➤ The illumination can be used on its own. Saturation indicator for the grease filter display illuminates after 15 operating hours or at the latest 14 days after first being put into operation.
Care and maintenance Cleaning the housing Take care that no water gets into the housing! If water gets into the housing, it can cause damage. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool etc. to clean the appliance as they can damage the surface. Remove screw fuse for appliance or switch off circuit breaker.
If properly cared for, a grease filter should provide unlimited years of service. Mistral Carefully fold down the glass panel. ➤ Mistral and Bora Pull down and remove the grease filter 1. ➤ For washing in a dishwasher, select an «intensive» or «heavy» wash –...
4 Care and maintenance Cleaning and replacing the long-life activated charcoal filter Long-life activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. The long-life activated charcoal filter can be cleaned and reactivated. The long-life activated charcoal filter should be changed ever month with normal use or whenever the indicator illuminates.
Remove screw fuse for appliance or switch off circuit breaker. Halogen lights get hot during operation! Allow to cool down first. Mistral Carefully fold down the glass panel. ➤ Mistral and Bora Using a small screw driver, carefully remove ➤ the ring. Replace the defective halogen light with a ➤...
Trouble-shooting What to do if … … the illumination is not working Possible cause Solution • Fuse or circuit breaker for Replace the fuse. ➤ electrical installations in Reset the circuit breaker. ➤ the home is faulty. • Interruption in the power Check the power supply.
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5 Trouble-shooting … The display illuminates Possible cause Solution • Grease filter is dirty. Clean grease filter. ➤ After cleaning, hold the button ➤ depressed for at least 5 seconds. – The display goes out. … The display flashes Possible cause Solution •...
Accessories and spare parts Please give model number and exact description when ordering parts. Halogen light Metal grease filter Long-life activated charcoal filter The halogen light is also available from specialist retailers.
Technical data Electrical connection See identification plate. ➤ Remove the grease filter. ➤ – The identification plate is located on the inside of the appliance.
Disposal Packaging • All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection • Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety •...
➤ – The identification plate is located on the inside of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly, contact your nearest V-ZUG Ltd Service Centre using freephone 0800 850 850 and stand in close proximity to the appliance.
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