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7 : TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 Problem solving
Error
Possible cause
Solution
Light working, motor
not working
Blocked vent flap
Remove obstruction
Faulty capacitor
Replace capacitor
Defective / jammed motor
Replace motor
Motor emits odours
Replace motor
Light not working,
motor not working
In addition to the above causes, also the following are possible:
Faulty light bulbs
Replace bulbs
No power supply / appliance power
cord not connected correctly
Check fuse / connect appliance
power cord correctly
Traces of oil
Leakage from V-flap
Seal V-flap
Leakage from joint between chimney
and hood cabinet
Seal the joint with suitable means
Hood vibration
An edge of the V-flap is damaged
and is causing vibration
Replace the complete V-flap
Motor is not securely mounted
Mount the motor correctly
Cabinet is not securely mounted
Mount cabinet securely
Insufficient air
extraction
Distance between hood and hob is
excessive
Lower position of hood
Excessive air flow from an open door
or window
Close doors and windows
Device is unstable
Mounting bracket not securely fixed
Tighten mounting bracket fixing
screws
Fixing screws not tightened
Tighten fixing screws