INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Induction cooking considerations
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Induction cooktops use energy efficient technology that only heats the contents of a
cooking pot.
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Unlike gas or traditional electric cooktops, the surrounding air does not get heated
when using an induction cooktop. As a result, rangehood filters, splashbacks and
surrounding cabinetry do not get warmed up, increasing the likelihood of condensation
on these cooler surfaces.
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Other factors like ambient temperature, humidity, natural ventilation of the room, size of
the cookware and how the induction cooktop is being used also influence condensation.
For example, aggressive boiling on high cooktop heat settings like PowerBoost increases
the rate at which water is evaporated, increasing the likelihood of condensation.
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It is important to understand that neither the rangehood nor the induction cooktop are
faulty as a result of this phenomenon.
Condensation can be minimised by:
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Installing the rangehood at the maximum height above the cooktop as specified in
this user guide.
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Using the rangehood on a lower speed setting when boiling.
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Using the induction cooktop on a lower heat setting when boiling.
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Switching the rangehood on 5 minutes before cooking and letting it run for at least
5 minutes after cooking.
Venting options
Attention should be given to ensure that any applicable regulations concerning the
discharge of exhaust air are fulfilled.
The rangehood can be installed to operate with the exhaust air ducted externally from
the kitchen, or installed to operate with the exhaust air recirculating within the kitchen.
Ducted
For ducted installation it is recommended that 125 mm diameter, rigid or semi-rigid
ducting is used. This will require a 135 mm (min) round hole in the ceiling or wall. Care
should be taken to position the hole correctly.
For optimal efficiency use the shortest and straightest duct route possible and use rigid
or semi-rigid ducting for reduced noise and increased airflow. Flexible metal ducting
should only be used as a last resort (ie in difficult installations) and if used ensure that it
is straight and smooth and extended as much as possible.
Recirculating
Where ducting outside is not a practical option, this rangehood can be installed to
operate with the air recirculating. Carbon filters are required to remove odours from the
air before it is channelled back into the room or overhead bulkhead (refer to ‘Cleaning
and Maintenance’ section). Ensure that the ducting outlet is not obstructed, even a
partial obstruction will restrict the efficiency of the rangehood.
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