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These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all 

before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure 

about any of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department. 

 

Installation 

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Installation work must be undertaken by a qualified electrician or a competent person. 

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Electrical connection must be by a qualified electrician. 

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This hood must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions and all measurements must be adhered 

to. 

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If the cooker hood is installed for use above a gas appliance then the provision for ventilation must be in accordance 

with the Gas Safety Codes of Practice BS.6172, BS.5440 and BS.6891 (Natural Gas) and BS.5482 (LP Gas) 1994, the 

Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations, the Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, 

the Building standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department. 

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The fan  mo tor of  th is coo ker hoo d in corporates a   cut o ut de vice wh ich  will op erate if  th e moto r be comes 

overheated. If the cut-out device is activated, switch off the fan motor and allow the cooker hood to cool. The 

cut-out device will reset itself when the fan motor has cooled significantly. 

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It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. 

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When installed between adjoining wall cabinets the wall cabinets must not overhang the hob. 

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If the room where the hood is to be used contains a fuel burning appliance such as a central heating boiler then its 

flue must be of the room sealed or balanced flue type. 

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If other types of flue or appliances are fitted ensure that there is an adequate supply of air to the room. 

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The ducting system for this appliance must not be connected to any existing ventilation system which is being 

used for any other purpose. 

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This extractor is supplied with flexible ducting that extends to 2 metres.  

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If site conditions make it necessary to extend the length, the size of the additional ducting must not be of a lesser 

cross sectional area and the ducting outlet must provide minimal flow resistance. Failure to follow this instruction 

will increase the noise level and overload the motor.  

THE GUARANTEE WILL ALSO BE INVALIDATED. 

Child Safety

 

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This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or 

play with the appliance. 

During Use

 

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This product is for domestic use only. 

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Never leave frying pans unattended during use as over-heated fats and oils might catch fire. 

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Never do flambé cooking under this cooker hood. 

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Do not leave naked flames under the hood. 

Maintenance and Service 

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This appliance can be a hazard if the metal filters are not washed regularly.  

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If charcoal filters  are fitted the type  and frequency of cooking will determine when  the charcoal filter will require 

changing. In any case, these must be replaced every three/four months. 

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Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced 

persons may cause injury or more serious malfunction. Refer to your Caple Service Centre.  

 

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Summary of Contents for BXI900SS

Page 1: ...island chimney hood Model code BXI900SS Contact Caple on 0844 8003830 or for spare parts www 4caple co uk Instruction manual for island hood Model code BXi900SS Contact Caple on 0844 8003830 or for spare parts www 4caple co uk ...

Page 2: ...ey Extractor If treated with care your Caple Chimney Extractor should give you years of trouble free use To register ownership please ensure you complete and return the guarantee card supplied with the appliance Our cooker hoods are designed to extract unpleasant odours from the kitchen they are not intended to extract steam Note CE Marking certifies that this appliance complies with the requireme...

Page 3: ... to be used contains a fuel burning appliance such as a central heating boiler then its flue must be of the room sealed or balanced flue type If other types of flue or appliances are fitted ensure that there is an adequate supply of air to the room The ducting system for this appliance must not be connected to any existing ventilation system which is being used for any other purpose This extractor...

Page 4: ...e The charcoal filter normally requires changing after at least every three four months or more frequently if the hood is used for more than three hours per day Extraction The contaminated air enters the cooker hood passing t hrough the metal grease filter and out through the ducting into the atmosphere When used in the extraction mode the charcoal filter must not be fitted Never do flambé cooking...

Page 5: ...can be machine washed in a dishwasher Remove the metal grease filter cassette by pushing inwardly on the two steel handles replace making sure the handle has sprung back into position and is completely visible Charcoal Filter for re circulation use only This is not supplied with the extractor and should be purchased from your supplier as an accessory The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned it should...

Page 6: ... checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown Electrical Requirements Any permanent electrical installation must comply with the latest I E E Regulations For your own safety this should be undertaken by a suitably qualified electrician who is on the roll of the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting N...

Page 7: ... 7kw a clearance height of 650mm is required o Gas hob not exceeding 10kw a clearance height of 650mm is required If the output of the appliance below the cooker hood exceeds the maximum outputs quoted for each kW in excess of 10kw the distance between extractor and gas hob must be increased by 10cm However it is the manufacturer of the gas hob who determines the clearance required between hob ext...

Page 8: ...ough the hole in the ceiling and connect to the ducting system to be used see pic 3 9 ENSURE THAT ANY ADDITIONAL DUCTING USED TO EXTEND THE FLEXIBLE PIPE SUPPLIED IS AT LEAST THE SAME DIAMETER FAILURE TO PROVIDE AN EFFICIENT DUCTING SYSTEM COULD CAUSE PREMATURE MOTOR FAILURE AND EXCESSIVE NOISE THE GUARANTEE WILL ALSO BE INVALIDATED 10 Slide the INTERNAL chimney section up over t he angle sections...

Page 9: ...9 BXI900SS ...

Page 10: ...erson not authorized by us All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by Caple Service Centre Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of this company If a service call is made and it is found that the installation has not been carried out correctly or customer misuse abuse is involved THE COST OF THE SERVICE CALL HAS TO BE PAID FOR BY THE USER BEFORE ANY SE...

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