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Cleaning and Maintenance
Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when
maintained properly and kept clean. Ventilation equipment is no
exception. Your hood must be kept clean and maintained
properly.
Cleaning Baffle Filters
As air passes through a baffle filter, grease particles collect on
the stainless steel U-shaped baffle channels and drip down into
the bottom of the filter. Baffle filters are extremely efficient
when compared to mesh filters. The power of the hood is
increased as more air passes through a baffle filter than with
mesh filters, which are usually dirty. Baffle filters are almost
universally required in commercial installations due to their
superior ability to capture grease. The baffle filters should be
examined periodically to assure that all surfaces and parts are
clean. The filters can be washed in a dishwasher or in a sink with
hot, soapy water. Simple periodic cleaning will ensure maximum
filter effectiveness.
• Do not use caustic detergent to clean the filters. An abrasive
or corrosive cleaner may damage the finish.
• Do not take the baffle filters apart to clean them. It is not
necessary and will void the filter warranty.
CAUTION
Unplug power cords from control panel before cleaning or
servicing hood.
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Slide filter forward off of rear lip. Lower
filter rear, then slide filter front out.
Slide spacer forward off of rear lip. Lower
spacer rear, then slide spacer front out.
Slide filter forward off of rear lip. Lower
filter rear, then slide filter front out.
Grease trough
(18” H. hoods only)
When cleaning filters in 18”H. hoods,
always remove the grease trough and clean
by soaking in a sink with hot soapy water.
Maintaining Charcoal Filter (Recirculating Hoods Only)
Replace the charcoal filters every 6 months to 1 year depending on the
amount and type of cooking you do.
To replace, remove the baffle/charcoal filter assembly
and slide the charcoal filter out of the channel and
replace with a new one. Do not put the charcoal filters
in the dishwasher.
Replacement filters are available through your local
Viking Range dealer, or you can call the Viking Online
Store at 1-877-834-8222 or visit vikingrange.com
CAUTION
For general ventilating use only. DO NOT use to exhaust hazardous
or explosive materials and vapors.
