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RANGE HOOD CARE
Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Clean the range hood and grease filter frequently
according to the following instructions. Replace grease filter
before operating range hood.
Be sure light is cool before cleaning the range hood.
Exterior Surfaces
Clean the range hood with a mild detergent and soft cloth. To
avoid damage to the exterior surface, do not use abrasive
cleansers or steel-wool pads
Metal Grease Filter
The filter should be washed frequently. Place metal filter in
dishwasher or hot detergent solution to clean. Let filter dry
thoroughly before replacing it.
Turn off fan and lights. Allow the halogen bulbs to cool.
1. Remove the filter by pulling the spring release handle and
then pulling down the filter.
2. Wash the metal filter as needed in the dishwasher or hot
detergent solution.
3. Reinstall the filter by making sure the spring release handle is
toward the front. Insert the metal grease filter into the upper
track.
4. Pull the spring release handle down.
5. Push up on the metal filter and release the handle to latch into
place.
Charcoal Filter - For Non-Vented (recirculating)
Installations
NOTE: After approximately 3 years of use the charcoal filter
should be replaced. To order a replacement Charcoal Filter Kit,
see the “Assistance or Service” section.
The charcoal filter can be cleaned and reactivated. Clean the filter
in the dishwasher using normal detergent and the highest
temperature setting. To reactivate the filter, dry the filter in an
oven for 10 minutes at a maximum temperature of 210°F (100°C).
To Install Charcoal Filter
1. For non-vented (recirculating installations), fit the charcoal
filter on the rear side of the metal grease filter.
2. Secure the charcoal filter in place with the metal brackets
supplied.
3. Reinstall the filter assembly into the range hood.
To Replace Charcoal Filter
1. Turn fan and lights off. Check that the halogen bulbs are cool.
2. Remove the metal grease filter. See the “Metal Grease Filter”
section.
3. Remove the brackets and remove the charcoal filter.
4. Clean or discard the charcoal filter.
5. Install the cleaned or replacement filter.
Replacing the Halogen Bulb
Turn off the range hood and allow the halogen bulbs to cool. To
avoid damage or decreasing the life of the new bulb, do not
touch the bulb with bare fingers. Replace the bulb using tissue or
wearing cotton gloves to handle bulb.
If the new bulbs do not operate, make sure the bulbs are inserted
correctly before calling service.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry and remove the
bulb.
3. Replace with a 12-volt, 20-watt maximum, halogen bulb
made for a GU-4 base.
4. Reconnect power.
A. Spring release handle
A
A. Metal brackets
B. Charcoal filter
C. Metal grease filter
B
A
C
