Range Hood Use; Range Hood Controls; Range Hood Care; Cleaning - Whirlpool W10320580C User Manual

RANGE HOOD USE

The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors
and odors from the cooktop area. For best results, start the hood
before cooking and allow it to operate several minutes after the
cooking is complete to clear all smoke and odors from the
kitchen.
The hood controls are located on the front panel on the right side
of the range hood.
A. Fluorescent lamp housings
B. Blower and light controls
C. Grease filter handle
D. Grease filter

Range Hood Controls

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A. On/Off light button
B. Blower off and speed minimum button
C. Blower speed medium button
D. Blower speed maximum button
Operating the light
The On/Off light button controls both lights. Press once for On
and again for Off.
Operating the blower
The Blower Speed buttons turn the blower On and control the
blower speed and sound level for quiet operation. The speed can
be changed anytime during fan operation by pressing the desired
blower speed button.
Press the Blower Off button a second time to turn the blower Off.
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B
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C D

RANGE HOOD CARE

Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Clean the hood and grease filters frequently
according to the following instructions. Replace grease filters
before operating hood.
Exterior Surfaces:
IMPORTANT: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive
cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel wool, gritty washcloths
or paper towels.
To avoid damage to the stainless steel, do not use cleaners that
contain chlorine.
Cleaning Method:
■ Rub in direction of grain to avoid scratching or damaging the
surface.
■
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462A (not
included):
See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
■
Glass cleaner to remove fingerprints.
Metal Grease Filter
1. Remove each filter by pulling the spring release handle and
then pulling down the filter.
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A. Spring release handle
2. Wash metal filters as needed in dishwasher or hot detergent
solution.
3. Reinstall the filter by making sure the spring release handles
are toward the front. Insert aluminum filter into upper track.
4. Push in spring release handle.
5. Push up on metal filter and release handle to latch into place.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for the other filter.