Kernau KCH 1261 X, Manual Instruction, Page: 20 / 36

Installation of the hood and the hood casing pipe is shown in Figure S3.
When installing the hood, obey the general regulations regarding the discharge of air
from the room. It should be taken into account that the use of spiral aluminium pipes limits the
hood’s efficiency and increases the volume of air flowing.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before undertaking any operations related to the maintenance of the device, disconnect
the hood from the power supply network. The device should be washed with specialized agents
for surfaces made of stainless steel. The hood should be cleaned with mild agents, do not use
abrasives. Regular maintenance will improve the operation of the hood.
DO NOT USE ALCOHOL !
CAUTION!
Failure to comply with the regulations regarding cleaning of the device and replecement of
filters creates the risk of fire. It is therefore recommended to follow the given instructions. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any damage to the engine or fires resulting from non-
compliance with the maintenance rules and the instructions mentioned above.
GREASE FILTER
The hood is equipped with an aluminum filter. The filter is removed by moving the locks
in the direction shown by the arrow (figure S1). The filter should be washed by hands as
follow: by immersing it in water with a liquid at a temperature of 40-50
o
C for 15 minutes.
After the 15 minutes, start washing and rinse the filter thoroughly. The filter must be
completely dry before placed in the hood again. A filter that is not cleaned regularly reduces
hood efficiency an can cause fire. When washing in the dishwasher, filter may change color
or discolor, but this does not affect its filtering properties.
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