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Hood Use
Turning off the hood
Press the fan switch for at least 3 seconds. The fan
motor is consequently turned off but the light
continues to operate normally. To turn on the hood,
push the visor first slightly inwards and then pull it
out completely.
Correct ventilation
For the hood to operate correctly, do not open any
windows in your kitchen; on the other hand, you
should open a window in the next room.
Important recommendation
If the hood operates at the same time as a burner or
open fire (gas, fuel-oil or wood-fired heating,
water heater, etc.), take special care because the
hood may intake the air necessary for the combus-
tion of said systems.
Do not set the fan at a higher speed than
necessary. Low speeds are sufficient for
cooking under normal conditions.
Only use high speeds to evacuate strong
odours (such as those generated by burnt
food, etc.).
Speed control
The extractor fan speed can be adjusted using the
pull-out glass visor (see figure).
When the glass visor is in position (A), the light turns
on. When the adjuster reaches position (B), the hood
motor starts at low speed, then the speed increases
gradually as the panel is pulled out.
To set the intensive speed, then push the push
button A (see figure), the intensive speed lasts for 5
minutes.
For best results, low speeds are recommended
under normal operating conditions, and higher speed
settings when the concentration of fumes and steam
are highest.
Turn the hood on a few minutes before you begin
cooking, in order to create a partial vacuum in the
kitchen. Once you have finished cooking, leave the
hood on for another 15 minutes, or until all steam and
fumes have disappeared.
Care and Cleaning
Before performing any hood care
operations, turn off the electricity supply
by unplugging the power supply cable
from the wall socket or by removing the
fuse.
Hood cleaning
Clean the exterior of the hood using a soft cloth
moistened with a neutral detergent. Never use
corrosive, abrasive or inflammable cleaning prod-
ucts.
Cleaning the stainless steel
surfaces
For an improved cleaning action on the stainless
steel surfaces of the hood, use a soft cloth and
Original Steel Polish, on sale from the service
centre.
You can also use glass cleaner. If the surface is
extremely dirty, you can use methylated spirit.
NEVER use scouring powder or any other
product that may scratch the surface irreparably.
Do not use materials such as steel wool or scraping
pads which may scratch the surfaces.
A
B
Pushbutton A (Timer)
