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Operating and Installation Instructions
Ventilation hood

To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you

must

read

these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first
time.

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M.-Nr. 10 532 790

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Page 1: ...nd Installation Instructions Ventilation hood To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance you must read these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first time en US M Nr 10 532 790 ...

Page 2: ...Changing a light bulb 22 Installation 23 Before installation 23 Installation parts 24 Appliance dimensions 26 Distance between cooktop and ventilation hood S 27 Installation recommendations 28 Removing the protective film 28 Deflector 28 Installation underneath the wall unit 30 Wall installation 32 Preparation for vented mode 34 Preparation for recirculation mode 35 Power supply 35 Functional chec...

Page 3: ...ON For General Ventilating Use Only Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Materials And Vapors This appliance is intended for residential use only Use only as described in these operating instructions This ventilation hood is not intended for outdoor use It must only be used to extract and clean vapors produced during cooking Any other use occurs at the owner s own risk This appliance is su...

Page 4: ...ave questions contact Miele Before servicing or cleaning the appliance switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally If the service disconnecting means cannot be locked securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel Installation repair and maintenance work should be performed by a M...

Page 5: ...cian Do not use a power bar or extension cord to connect the ventilation hood to electricity These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required level of appliance safety To ensure safe operation only use the ventilation hood after it has been properly installed This ventilation hood may not be used in non stationary locations e g on a ship Adequate ventilation must be provided when the hood...

Page 6: ...TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE a Never leave surface units unattended at high settings Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings b Always turn the hood on when cooking at a high heat c Clean the ventilation hood frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filter d Use the proper pan size Always use cookw...

Page 7: ...ased on Kitchen Fire Safety Tips published by NFPA The ventilation hood may become damaged if exposed to excessive heat from a gas cooktop When using the ventilation hood over a gas cooktop ensure that any burners in use are always covered by cookware Turn burners off when removing the cookware even if doing so for just a short time Select cookware that is suitable for the size of the burner Adjus...

Page 8: ...r use the ventilation hood without the grease filters in place There is a risk of fire if cleaning is not completed according to the instructions in this manual Please note that the heat rising from the stovetop during cooking can cause the ventilation hood to become very hot Do not touch the housing or the grease filters until the ventilation hood has cooled down ...

Page 9: ...ll or ceiling do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities d Ducted hoods must always be vented to the outdoors e Do not use this hood with any solid state speed control device To determine whether a ventilation hood may be operated above your cooking appliance please refer to the information provided by the appliance s manufacturer Safety regulations prohibit the installation of a v...

Page 10: ...ubes made of non flammable material These can be obtained from your Miele dealer or from Miele Technical Service Exhaust air should not be vented into a chimney or vent flue which is otherwise in use and should not be channeled into ducting which ventilates rooms with fuel burning installations If exhaust air is to be extracted into a chimney or vent flue no longer used for other purposes be sure ...

Page 11: ...use a steam cleaner to clean the ventilation hood The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit Accessories Use only genuine original Miele parts If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used the warranty will become void ...

Page 12: ...or the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment Handling these materials improperly by disposing of them in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment Therefore please do not dispose of your old appliance with regular household waste and follow local regulations on proper disposal Consult with local authorities dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle...

Page 13: ...hen the ventilation hood is turned on the non return flap opens so that the exhaust air can be transported outside without any obstruction A non return flap has been provided with the hood in case your ducting does not have one It is inserted into the outlet duct collar of the fan Recirculation mode The recirculation mode requires a recirculation kit and OdorFree Charcoal Filter available as optio...

Page 14: ...Guide to the appliance 14 ...

Page 15: ...er Optional accessory for recirculation mode d Cover for the charcoal filter compartment e Grease filters f Vent collar 6 150 mm or 5 125 mm with reducing collar g Non return flap h Exhaust outlet i Recirculation vents j Sliding switch for the cooktop lighting k Sliding switch for the blower ...

Page 16: ...n on the blower and select the appropriate power level Turning off the blower It is advisable to run the blower for a few minutes after cooking has finished to neutralize any lingering vapors and odors in the air To turn the blower off turn the blower switch to 0 Turning the overhead lighting on off The overhead lighting can be turned on and off independently from the blower Use the light switch t...

Page 17: ...r hood power level and therefore benefit from reduced energy consumption Check the power level selected on the hood A lower power level is generally sufficient for the majority of cooking Only use the booster level when necessary When a large volume of cooking vapors are being produced switch to a high power level in good time This is more efficient than operating the hood for longer to try to cap...

Page 18: ...oid the following Cleaners containing soda acid or chloride or cleaners containing solvents Abrasive sponges e g pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents Special instructions for stainless steel surfaces does not apply to control buttons Stainless steel surfaces can also be cleaned using a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner available from Miele To pre...

Page 19: ...tained in kitchen vapors fat dust etc thereby preventing the ventilation hood from becoming dirty A dirty filter is a fire hazard Cleaning intervals Over longer periods of time fat buildup on the grease filter hardens and makes cleaning more difficult Therefore we recommend cleaning the grease filters once every 3 4 weeks Removing the grease filters During removal the filter may drop to the ground...

Page 20: ...on dishwashing detergent Select a program with a wash temperature between 120 F 50 C and 150 F 65 C In a Miele dishwasher use the Normal program Depending on the detergent used cleaning the filters in a dishwasher may cause the inside filter surfaces to become discolored However this will not affect the functioning of the filters in any way After cleaning After cleaning leave the filters on an abs...

Page 21: ...he OdorFree Charcoal Filter the grease filters must first be removed as described above Push the cover for the charcoal filter compartment slightly to the right and then lower it to remove it Remove the charcoal filter from its packaging Insert the charcoal filter into its compartment and push the filter up against the recirculation grille Reinsert the cover and the grease filters When to change t...

Page 22: ...the bulbs see IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS While the light is turned on the bulbs become very hot Allow the bulbs to cool down for a few minutes before changing them Loosen the lamp s securing screw a little Slide the screw and the lamp downwards Then tighten the screw again Turn the bulb counter clockwise and pull it out Install the new bulb Observe the manufacturer s instructions Slightly loose...

Page 23: ...Installation 23 Before installation Before installing the appliance read all of the information contained in this chapter and also in the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section ...

Page 24: ...Installation 24 Installation parts ...

Page 25: ...ing when using recirculation mode The foil is included with the OdorFree Charcoal filter optional accessories 4 Screws x 2 5 x 60 mm and 4 Wall anchors x 2 8 x 50 mm for attaching to the wall The screws and wall anchors are designed for use in solid walls only Use different fasteners for other wall construction types Make sure that the wall can support the load 4 Self tapping screws x 1 4 2 x 30 m...

Page 26: ...Installation 26 Appliance dimensions ...

Page 27: ...le appliance Electric Cooktops 24 610 mm Electric Barbeques and Fryers 26 660 mm Multiburner Gas Cooktops 43 000 BTU hr 12 6 kW no burner 15 000 BTU hr 4 5 kW 26 660 mm 30 760 mm Multiburner Gas Cooktops 73 800 BTU hr 21 6 kW no burner 16 500 BTU hr 4 8 kW 30 760 mm Multiburner Gas Cooktops 73 800 BTU hr 21 6 kW or one of the burners 16 500 BTU hr 4 8 kW Not possible Single Burner Gas Cooktops 20 ...

Page 28: ... in the vicinity of the ventilation hood Removing the protective film Protective film has been used to cover all housing components attached to stainless steel models This will shield them from any damage that may occur during transport Remove the grease filters from the appliance and remove the protective film from the frames of the grease filters and the housing The film can be peeled off easily...

Page 29: ...turn it as appropriate for the operating mode required To do this press the two hooks remove the deflector turn it and push it back in until it clicks into position For operation in the recirculation mode attach the cover foil to the opening at the back of the range hood The foil comes with the OdorFree Charcoal Filter optional accessory ...

Page 30: ...e vented mode cut an opening in the bottom of the cabinet that is at least 6 170 mm If the power cord must be fed through the cabinet a hole is required for it the unit as well Attachment from the top Use only the attachment points shown on the drilling template and the screws supplied Incorrect attachment can lead to damage to the hood and could compromise electrical safety e g electric shock Use...

Page 31: ...he attachment from above Should it not be possible to proceed with the attachment from above the hood can also be mounted to the cabinet s floor from below The provided screws are intended for the attachment of the hood to a solid wooden cabinet floor with a minimum thickness of 16 mm Ensure the floor can permanently support the applied load Lift the hood underneath the wall unit Insert the wood s...

Page 32: ...Wall installation You also have the option of mounting the hood to the wall by means of two brackets Attach the pre cut drilling template to the wall The top edge of the template indicates the top edge of the range hood Please refer to the safety distances S to the cooktop in Installation Mark and drill four holes for the mounting brackets 8 mm Remove the drilling template ...

Page 33: ... are designed for use in solid walls only Use different fasteners for other wall construction types Make sure that the wall can support the load Removing the lamp Loosen the halogen lamp s securing screw a little Slide the screw and the lamp downwards Then tighten the screw again Turn the bulb counter clockwise and pull it out ...

Page 34: ...ng lifted off the brackets Install the lamp again Reinsert the grease filters Preparation for vented mode When using 6 150 mm exhaust ducting use a sharp knife to cut the exhaust socket to size with When using 5 125 mm exhaust ducting install the exhaust socket as is Insert the non return flap if required Make sure the flap opens easily and closes again by itself ...

Page 35: ...n mode Fit the charcoal filter see Cleaning and care Power supply Refer to the notes in Electrical connection and IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before connecting to the electricity supply Connect the hood to the electrical supply Functional check To do this switch the blower on In vented mode the air should not come out of the recirculation grille at the front of the hood In recirculation mode the...

Page 36: ...connection of this appliance to your power supply please consult a licensed electrician or call Miele s Technical Service Department WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED Grounding Instructions WARNING Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a pa...

Page 37: ...e used the cross section should not be smaller than that of the exhaust connector The exhaust duct should be as short and straight as possible If elbows are needed make sure they have a large radius The exhaust duct itself must not be kinked or compressed Make sure that all connections are secure and airtight Remember that any constriction of the airflow will reduce extraction performance and incr...

Page 38: ...evaporate any condensate which might accumulate Condensate traps are available for exhaust ducts with a diameter of 5 125 mm or 6 150 mm When installing a condensate trap make sure that it is positioned vertically and if possible directly above the hood outlet duct collar The arrow on the housing indicates the direction of airflow ...

Page 39: ...iance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approve...

Page 40: ...ghting 2 x 3 W Total connected load 286 W Supply voltage frequency 120 V AC 60 Hz Fuse 15 A Power cord length 2 5 ft 0 75 m Weight DA 1260 24 6 lbs 11 2 kg DA 1280 30 8 lbs 14 kg Optional accessory for recirculation mode 1 OdorFree Charcoal Filter DKF 18 900 ...

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Page 43: ...Service Canada Importer Miele Limited Headquarters and Miele Centre 800 843 7231 609 419 4298 Technical Service Support Phone Fax TechnicalService mieleusa com 161 Four Valley Drive Vaughan ON L4K 4V8 www miele ca 800 999 1360 888 586 8056 Customer Care Centre Phone customercare miele ca 800 565 6435 905 532 2272 International Headquarters Miele Cie KG Carl Miele Straße 29 33332 Gütersloh Germany ...

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