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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Beware! Before performing any cleaning or maintenance operation, isolate the hood from the electrical
supply by switching off at the connector and removing the connector fuse. Or if the appliance has been
connected through a plug and socket, then the plug must be removed from the socket.
The cooker hood should be cleaned regularly internally and externally (about once a month). Clean using
the cloth dampened with neutral liquid detergent. Do not use abrasive products. DO NOT USE
ALCOHOL!
WARNING: Failure to carry out the basic cleaning recommendations of the cooker hood and
replacement of the filters may cause fire risks.
Cleaning the external surface
• To protect the external surface of the hood from corrosion over a long period of time, it should be
cleaned with hot water plus non corrosive detergent every two months.
• Keep the motor and other parts free from water, as this will cause damage to the appliance.
• The charcoal filters shall not be exposed to heat.
Cleaning the grease filter
The grease filters trap cooking grease particles.
It must be cleaned once a month using non aggressive detergents, either by hand or in the dishwasher,
which must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle.
When washed in a dishwasher, the grease filter may discolour slightly, but this does not affect its
filtering capacity. To remove the grease filter, pull the spring release handle.
Cleaning the charcoal filters (filter version only)
The charcoal filters absorb unpleasant odours caused by cooking.
There are 2 types of activated charcoal filters: washable and non‐washable activated charcoal filters.
Washable activated charcoal filter
The charcoal filter can be washed once every two months using hot water and a suitable detergent, or in
a dishwasher at 65°C (if the dishwasher is used, select the full cycle function and leave dishes out).
Eliminate excess water without damaging the filter, then remove the mattress located inside the plastic
frame and put it in the oven for 10 minutes at 100° C to dry completely.
Replace the mattress every 3 years and when the cloth is damaged.
NON-washable activated charcoal filter
The saturation of the charcoal filter occurs after more or less prolonged use, depending on the type of
cooking and how often you clean the grease filters. In any case, it is necessary to replace the filter at
least every four months.
The charcoal filter may NOT be washed or regenerated.
Replacing lamps
Disconnect the appliance from the mains.
Warning! Prior to touching the light bulbs, ensure they are cooled down.
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