FALMEC Altair 60, Instruction Booklet

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ENGLISH

 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 AND WARNINGS

Installation operations are to be carried out by skilled and qualiied in-
stallers in accordance with the instructions in this booklet and in compli-
ance with the regulations in force.

DO NOT use the hood if the power supply cable or other components are damaged: 

disconnect the hood from the electrical power supply and contact the Dealer or an author-
ised Servicing Dealer for repairs.

Do not modify the electrical, mechanical or functional structure of the equipment.
Do not personally try to carry out repairs or replacements. Interventions carried out 
by incompetent and unauthorised persons can cause serious damage to the unit or 
physical and personal harm, not covered by the Manufacturer's warranty.

WARNINGS FOR THE INSTALLER

TECHNICAL SAFETY

Before installing the hood, check the integrity and function of each part. 
Should anomalies be noted, do not proceed with installation and contact 
the Dealer.

Do NOT install the hood if an aesthetic (or cosmetic) defect has been detected. Put it 
back into its original package and contact the dealer.
No claim can be made for aesthetic (or cosmetic) defects once it has been installed.

During installation, always use personal protective equipment (e.g.: Safety shoes) and adopt 
prudent and proper conduct.
The installation kit (screws and plugs) supplied with the hood is only to be used on masonry 
walls: in case of installation on walls of a diferent material, assess other installation options 
keeping in mind the type of wall surface and the weight of the hood (indicated on page 2).
Keep in mind that installations with diferent types of fastening systems from those sup-
plied, or which are not compliant, can cause electrical and mechanical seal danger.
Do not install the hood outdoors and do not expose it to atmospheric elements (rain, wind, 
etc.).

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

The electrical system to which the hood is to be connected must be in ac-

cordance with local standards and supplied with earthed connection in 
compliance with safety regulations in the country of use. It must also com-
ply with European standards regarding radio antistatic properties. 

Before installing the hood, check that the electrical mains power supply corresponds with 
what is reported on the identiication plate located inside the hood.

The socket used to connect the installed equipment to the electrical power supply must 
be within reach: otherwise, install a mains switch to disconnect the hood when required.

Any changes to the electrical system must be carried out by a qualiied electrician. 

The maximum length of the lue fastening screws (supplied by the manufacturer) must be 
13 mm. Use of non-compliant screws with these instructions can lead to danger of an elec-
trical nature.

Do not try to solve the problem yourself in the event of equipment malfunction, but contact 
the Dealer or an authorised Servicing Department for repairs.

When installing the hood, disconnect the equipment by removing the 
plug or switching of the main switch.

FUMES DISCHARGE SAFETY

Do no connect the equipment to discharge pipes of fumes produced from 
combustion (for example boilers, ireplaces, etc.).

Before installing the hood, ensure that all standards in force regarding discharge of air out of 
the room have been complied with.

USER WARNINGS

These warnings have been drawn up for your personal safety and those of 

others. You are therefore kindly asked to read the booklet carefully in its 
entirety before using the or cleaning the equipment.

The Manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage caused directly, or in-
directly, to persons, things and pets as a consequence of failing to comply with the 
safety warnings indicated in this booklet.
It is imperative that this instructions booklet is kept together with the equipment for 
any future consultation.

If the equipment is sold or transferred to another person, make sure that the booklet is 
also supplied so that the new user can be made aware of the hood's operation and relative 
warnings. 

After the stainless steel hood has been installed, it will need to be cleaned to remove any 
residues remaining from the protection adhesive as well as any grease and oil stains which, if 
not removed, can cause irreversible damage to the hood surface. To properly clean the unit, 
the manufacturer recommends using the supplied moist wipes, which are also available 
sold separately. 

Insist on original spare parts.

INTENDED USE

The equipment is solely intended to be used to extract fumes generated from cook-
ing food in non-professional domestic kitchens: any other use is improper. Improper 
use can cause damage to persons, things, pets and exempts the Manufacturer from 
any liability.

The equipment can be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with reduced 
physical, sensory and mental abilities, or with no experience or knowledge, as long as they 
do so under supervision or after having received relative instructions regarding safe use of 
the equipment and understanding of the dangers connected to it.
Children are not to play with the equipment. Cleaning and maintenance by the user must 
not be carried out by children without supervision.

USE AND CLEANING WARNINGS

Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance operations, disconnect the 
equipment by removing the plug or switching of the main switch.

Do not use the hood with wet hands or bare feet.
Always check that all electrical parts (lights, extractor fan) are of when the equipment is 
not being used. 
The maximum overall weight of any objects placed or hung (if applicable) on the hood must 
not exceed 1.5 Kg.
Always supervise the cooking process during the use of deep-fryers: Overheated oil can 
catch ire.
Do not leave open, unattended lames under the hood.
Do not prepare food over an open lame under the hood.
Never use the hood without the metal anti-grease ilters: in this case, grease and dirt will 
deposit in the equipment and compromise its operation.
Accessible parts of the hood can be hot when used at the same time as the cooking ap-
pliances.
Do not carry out any cleaning operations when parts of the hood are still hot.
There can be a risk of ire if cleaning is not carried out according to the instructions and 
products indicated in this booklet.
Disconnect the main switch when the equipment is not used for long periods of time.

If other appliances that use gas or other fuels are being used at the same 
time (boiler, stove, ireplaces, etc.), make sure the room where the fumes 
are discharged is well-ventilated, in compliance with the local regulations.

  INSTALLATION

   only intended for qualiied personnel

Before installing the hood, carefully read the chapter 'SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS'.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

The technical speciications are exhibited on the labels located inside the hood.

POSITIONING

The minimum distance between the highest part of the cooking equipment and the 
lowest part of the hood is indicated in the installation instructions. 

Generally, when the hood is placed over gas cookers, the distance must be at least 65 cm 
(25.6''). However, according to an interpretation of standard EN60335-2-31 dated 11-07-
2002 of TC61 (sub-clause 7.12.1 meeting 15 agenda item 10.11), the minimum distance 
between the cooker and lower part of the hood can be reduced to the quota reported in 
the installation instructions.
Should the instructions for the gas cooker specify a greater distance, this must be taken 
into consideration.
Do not install the hood outdoors and do not expose it to outdoor environment (rain, wind, 
etc.).