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III Power level:
Suitable if large quantities of smoke and steam need
to be extracted or filtered (e.g. when frying).
NOTE:
With very strong vapor emission, the fan should con-
tinue running after cooking for a few minutes.
Energy saving tips
Information to reduce the environmental effect of
cooking (acc. VO (EU) No. 66/2014 appendix I,
No. 2)
The diameter of the pot and pan floors should be
according to the size of the cooking zone.
Use pans and pots with flat floors, uneven floors
increase the energy consumption.
Ensure that there is enough supply air for the oper-
ation of the cooker hood.
Adjust the fan step intensity of the damp evolution
of the cooking process.
To product the optimal effect of the cooker hood,
install it according to the installation instructions.
Keep the distance between the upper edge of the
cooker and the lower edge of the cooker hood.
Clean the filter regularly.
Control the active carbon filter regularly and renew
it as required.
Switch off the cooker hood after use.
If your cooker hood has a switch-off delay, activate
this function.
Switch off the lighting after the cooking process.
We recommend the use of biological cleaners.
Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING:
Always turn off the appliance and disconnect from
the power supply before cleaning and user
maintenance.
Allow the appliance cool down sufficiently!
Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appli-
ance; moisture could enter electrical components.
Risk of electric shock! Hot steam could damage
the plastic parts.
The unit must be dry before restarting operation.
CAUTION:
Do not use a wire brush or other sharp, abrasive
items.
Do not use any acidic or abrasive cleaners.
Maintenance of the hood
To clean the surface of the housing, use a mild
detergent and a soft cloth to prevent scratching.
The appliance can be used again after everything
has dried properly.
If you use your cooker hood in recirculation mode,
you must replace the activated carbon filter regu-
larly (see
“Replacing the activated carbon filter”
).
Cleaning the aluminum grease filter
WARNUNG: Risk of fire!
Grease residue in aluminum grease filter may ignite
at intense heat. Therefore, clean the grease filter
regularly!
Depending on model there are one or two grease
filters on the appliance. We recommend cleaning the
grease filter(s) every month:
