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Maintenance and cleaning
Caution:
• Before maintenance or cleaning is carried out, the
range hood should be disconnected from the main
power supply. Ensure that the range hood is switched
off at the wall socket and the plug removed.
• External surfaces are susceptible to scratches and
abrasions, so please follow the cleaning instructions
to ensure the best possible result is achieved without
damage.
GENERAL
Cleaning and maintenance should be carried out with
the appliance cold especially when cleaning
Avoid leaving alkaline or acid substances (lemon
juice, vinegar etc.) on the surfaces
STAINLESS STEEL
The stainless steel must be cleaned regularly (e.g.
weekly) to ensure long life expectancy.
Dry with a clean soft cloth. A specialized stainless
steel cleaning fluid may be used.
NOTE: Ensure that wiping is done along with the
grain of the stainless steel to prevent any
unsightly crisscross scratching patterns from
appearing.
CONTROL PANEL SURFACE
The inlay control panel can be cleaned using warm
soapy water. Ensure the cloth is clean and well wrung
before cleaning. Use a dry soft cloth to remove any
excess moisture left after cleaning.
Important
Avoid using harsh cleaning chemicals, strong
household detergents or products containing
abrasives as this will affect the appliance
appearance and potentially remove any printing
of artwork on the control panel and will void
manufactures warrantee
GREASE MESH FILTERS
Press the condensing board, it can be opened and
disassembled to clean. And only when it is opening,
mesh filter can be removed for cleaning.
The mesh filters can be cleaned either by hand or in
the dishwasher. After cleaning ensure that the filters
are completely dry before refitting.
- By hand: Soak in warm water and a neutral
washing up liquid. For stubborn grease stains use a
soft nylon brush or sponge to help remove these
stains. (Leave to dry naturally out of direct sun light)
- In a dishwasher: Ensure that placement of the
filters is made so as to not impede the function of the
spray arm. Washing the filters in a dishwasher may
cause discoloration of the aluminum inner mesh over
time although it will not affect their performance.
Filters should be washed separately to crockery and
kitchen utensils. it is advisable not to use rinse aid.
Replace Lamps
Switch the range hood off and disconnect supply cord
from Power outlet.
Unscrew the Chrome rims in an anti clockwise
direction to gain access to the halogen globe.
Remove Halogen globe whilst cool and replace with
new globe. Screw
chrome rims back into place in
clockwise direction until secure.
The range hood takes 4 x 15 W – 12 Volts Halogen
Globes.
Important
When handling globes hold with a cloth or gloves to
ensure perspiration does not come in contact with the
globe as this can reduce the life of the globe.
