done with a cloth or/and with a brush drenched with denatured
alcohol or with any other similar substances, except for the button
area (Fig. 3). It is also important to remove and clean or substitute
frequently the filter installed in the hood.
Maintenance
NOTE:
Prior to any maintenance, switch off and disconnect from
electrical supply.
1) Under normal cooking conditions the grease filter should be
cleaned every 10-15 days in hot water, to which a suitable
detergent has been added. For reasons of efficiency and safety
regular cleaning is advised. The grease filter may be subject to
a small amount of shrinkage initially.
2) The outer casing of the Cooker Hood should be cleaned with a
damp cloth.
Grease filter
This absorbs vapour-suspended grease particles and protects the
kitchen and furniture from greasy residues. The filter should be
washed every 10 to 15 days (in normal operating conditions). Dip
the filter into a de-greaser solution or put it in the dishwasher. Make
sure not to damage the filter, which is made of several layers of thin
alloy, by hitting or crushing it. The aluminium filter may change
colour, that will have no influence of the efficiency of the filter, may
it improve it.
Replacing or cleaning the filters
Just push the handle towards the rear, proceed with the cleaning
and repeat the operation counter clockwise (Pict. 1/1). To remove
the aluminium grease filter (Pict. 1/2), grab the opening tongue at
the filter, pull it in your direction and move the filter downwards. To
reinstall it operates reversed.
1)
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2)
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP
GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.
Boilovers causes moking and greasy spill overs that may
ignite. Heat oils slowly on low o rmedium settings.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when
flambeing food (i.e.Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Pep-
percorn Beef Flambe’).
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate
for the size of the surface element.
3)
WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock,
Do Not Use This Fan With Any Solid-State Speed Control
Device.
4) WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOL-
LOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manu-
facturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely
fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the
service panel.
5)
CAUTION - For General Ventilating Use Only. Do Not Use
To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Material And Vapors.
6)
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP FIRE, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWINGa:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet,
or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO
PREVENT BURNS.
If the flames do not go out immediately. EVACUATE AND
CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels - a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you
already know how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it
started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.”
a. Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” publisshed by NFPA.
7)
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOL-
LOWING:
A. Installation Work And Electrical Wiring Must Be Done By
Qualified Person (s) In Accordance With All Applicable Codes
And Standards, Including Fire-Rated Construction.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning
equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow the heating equip-
ment manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards such as
those published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration,
and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code
authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
E. If this unit is to be installed over a tube or shower, it must
be marked as appropriate for the application and be con-
nected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)- protected
branch circuit.
F. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub
or shower.
8) WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, Use only metal
ductwork.
