Caring for your Cooker Hood
10
Before doing any cleaning or replacing the
filters or light bulb, always ensure that the
electricity supply to the Cooker Hood is
switched ‘OFF’.
Filters and their replacement:
THE METAL GREASE FILTER -
The grease filter is fitted to absorb grease and
dust during cooking to help keep the
appliance clean inside.
The metal filter must be cleaned frequently, at
least once every thirty days of normal use.
The filter should be handwashed in hot soapy
water. Alternatively it could be washed in a
dishwasher.
After cleaning the filter, dry thoroughly before
reinstalling.
IMPORTANT: There could be a possible fire
hazard if the grease filter is not cleaned
when necessary and according to these
instructions.
TO REMOVE THE GREASE FILTER -
Release the catches on the filter (Fig.7 on
page 7), then the filter can be removed.
THE CARBON FILTER -
The carbon filter absorbs odours arising from
the cooking. In use, the filter will slowly
become saturated and gradually less effective.
The filter will normally require changing every
six months, depending on the amount and
type of cooking.
NOTE: The carbon filter must never be
washed.
TO FIT THE CARBON FILTERS -
1. Remove the metal grease filter.
2. Remove the two securing screws from the
carbon filter.
3. Remove the old carbon filter, replace with
the new one.
4. Replace the securing screws to fix in place.
5. Replace the metal grease filter.
Cleaning:
For your own safety and in the interest of
hygiene your Cooker Hood needs to be kept
clean. A build up of grease or fat from
cooking could cause a fire hazard.
Never use excessive amounts of water when
cleaning, particularly around the control panel
area.
The metal casing and grille assembly should
be cleaned at least once a month to keep it
looking like new. Wipe over with a soft cloth,
wrung out in warm water and dry with a clean
soft cloth. Wear protective gloves.
You can use mild non-abrasive cleaners but
always read the manufacturer’s instructions
first. Always test their suitability on a small
area of the Cooker Hood not noticeable in
normal use.
NOTE: DO NOT use scouring pads or
abrasive cleaners as they may scratch the
surface.
How to replace the light:
Should the light fail to work, switch ‘Off’ the
mains supply to the Hood.
Unscrew the lamp cover (Fig.11) and first
check the bulb is screwed securely into the
lamp holder then switch ‘On’ at the mains
supply.
If the light still fails to work do not worry, it
will not affect the working of your hood.
Obtain a replacement halogen 20 Watt max
lamp.
Switch ‘Off’ the mains supply. Unscrew the old
bulb anti-clockwise to remove and replace
with the new bulb turning clockwise until
secure.
Refit the lamp cover and switch back ‘On’ at
the mains supply.
NOTE: When changing the bulb, an
identical replacement must be fitted to
ensure the safe operation of the hood.
Fig.11