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11. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Cleaning:
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The saturation of greasy residue in the blower and filters may cause increased inflammability. Keep unit
clean and free of grease and residue build-up at all times to prevent possible fires.
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For optimal operation, clean range hood and all baffle/spacer/filter/grease tunnel/oil container regularly.
Regular care will help preserve the appearance of the range hood.
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Filters must be cleaned periodically and free from accumulation of cooking residue. Old and worn filters
must be replaced immediately.
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DO NOT operate blowers when filters are removed. Never disassemble parts to clean without proper
instructions. Disassembly is recommended to be performed by qualified personnel only. Read and
understand all instructions and warnings in this manual before proceeding.
SAFETY WARNING: Never put your hand into area housing the fan while the fan is operating!
Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces:
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Clean periodically with hot soapy water and clean cotton cloth. DO NOT use corrosive or abrasive
detergent, or steel wool/scoring pads, which will scratch and damage the stainless steel surface. For
heavier soil use liquid degrease cleaner.
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If hood looks splotchy, use a stainless steel cleaner to clean the surface of the hood. Avoid getting
cleaning solution onto or into the control panel. Follow directions of the stainless steel cleaner.
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CAUTION: DO NOT
leave on too long as this may cause damage to hood finish.
Use soft towel to
wipe off the cleaning solution, gently
rub off any stubborn spots. Use dry soft towel to dry the hood.
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After cleaning, you may use nonabrasive stainless steel polish, to polish and buff out the stainless luster
and grain. Always scrub lightly, with clean cotton cloth, and with the grain.
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DO NOT allow deposits to accumulate or remain on the hood.
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DO NOT use ordinary steel wool or steel brushes. Small bits of steel may adhere to the surface and cause
rusting.
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DO NOT allow salt solutions, disinfectants, bleaches, or cleaning compounds to remain in contact with
stainless steel for extended periods. Many of these compounds contain chemicals, which may be harmful.
Rinse with water after exposure and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Cleaning Stainless Steel Baffle Filters:
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Remove all baffles, spacers, filters, grease tunnel, and oil containers and discard oil and residue.
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IMPORTANT:
Drain oil from baffles, spacers, filters, oil tunnels, oil containers before oil and residue
overflow!
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Wash with warm soapy water. NOTE: Stainless steel baffles, spacers and oil tunnel are top rack
dishwasher safe.
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Dry thoroughly before replacing and follow directions for installation in reverse.
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Filters should be cleaned after every 30 hours of use.
Replacing Filters:
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Should filters wear out due to age and prolonged use, replace the baffle filters immediately.
