This model may be used as an exhaust or filter hood. Since theseThis appliances is double insulated to not connect to earth.
instructions cover more than one type of hood within theAttention: If the appliance does not have a plug, when making
same series, it may be that reference is made to components thata fixed installation, a cutoff device must be used to assure
do not form part of the hood that you are installing. If evacuationomnipolar disconnection of the mains. The cutoff distance of the
is available (exhaust duct or air flue) we recommend using thecontacts must be at least 3 mm.
hood in the exhaust version to discharge all the kitchen vapours
and odours outdoors.Operating instructions
The hood has the following controls:
Exhaust version3/1 speed switch-3/2 light switch
The hood must be connected by the spigot (supplied as part of the
hood) to a duct to vent all the exhausted air outside the kitchen.Maintenance
Over horizontal areas, if any, the duct must be slanted out aboutNote ? When performing maintenance operations, disconnect
10% upwards of the hood in direction towards the outside.the plug from the socket.
Note ? The shorter the exhaust duct is and the fewer bendsVapours and odours in the air are exhausted first through the
there are in it, the more effective will the cooker hood be.grease filter and then (if the hood is in filter version) through the
When using the exhaust version, follow these rules:odour filter. The efficiency of the appliance depends on the
Do not connect the exhaust hood to chimneys, flues and air ductscondition of the filters.
serving the room.
Before venting into exhaust flues and ducts no longer in use, askGrease filter
for the approval of the person or agency responsible for theThis absorbs vapour-suspendend grease particles and protects
building. The evacuated air must not be led into a warm air duct.the kitchen and furniture from greasy residues. There are three
different types:
Suggestions for using the hood in exhaust1. Acrylic
positionIt can be washed at more or less frequent intervals depending
When an exhaust hood and a heat source requiring ambient airon how often the hood is used. In any case, it should be
(e.g. gas, oil, coal stoves, etc.) are used at the same time, attentionwashed every thirty days of hood operation. To do so, wash
is required because the air necessary for combustion is exhaustedthe filter by hand In warm soapy water (do not wring the filter,
from the room through the hood and this creates depression.press it in a cloth to dry).
There is no such danger when the maximum depression in the2. Special paper (not washable)
room is 0,04 mbar. In this condition no exhaust gas from the heatwith red diagonal lines on the top of the sheet. Change the
source is piped. To assure this condition, make openings in thefilter when the diagonal lines are visible from below through
room which cannot be closed (doors, windows, etc. are notthe grille holes.
sufficient) and through which the air necessary for combustion3. Aluminium layers
can freely flow.The filter should be washed every 10-15 days (in normal
Note ? All the exhaust ductwork in the apartment or houseoperating conditions). Dip the filter into a degreaser solution
should be studied. In case of doubts, get advice or authorizationor put it in the dish washer. Make sure not to damage the filter
from the person or agency responsible for the building. Whenwhich is made of several layers of thin alloy, by hitting or
using gas burners, gas ovens etc. as well as when using thecrushing it.
hood in the filter version, these precautions are not necessary.
Active carbon odour filter
Filter versionThe exhausted air passes through the active carbon filter and is
This version is used when no exhaust duct to the outdoors iscleaned.
available. The air is purified by an active carbon filter and recycledThis filter cannot be washed and must be replaced depending on
into the room. Make sure the carbon odourfilter is inserted.how often the hood is used (about twice a year).
The filter hood outlet spigot must be connected to a duct which
passes through the cabinet and discharges the filtered air out ofChanging the grease and odour filters
the same.1. Press the 2 grips one towards the other (Fig. 4/1) and unhook
the grille. For the models which are fitted with an aluminium
Installationgrease filter-box, remove the aluminium filter as in point 2 and
The hood is designed for installation in kitchen cabinets and mustpull the 2 latches (Fig. 8/1) inwards.
be mounted over the center of the cooking area.2. Take off the filter retainings (Fig. 5/1) and after this the grease
The minimum distance between the cooking area and the underfilter. For the models which are fitted with an aluminium grease
part of the hood must be 650 mm.filter-box it is necessary to push the handle inwards and pull
Note ? The distance, however, is subject to the safety rules indown the filter-box (Fig. 7/1).
effect in the various countries.3. In order to change the carbon filter it is sufficient turn counter
To install the hood please consider the following dimensions:clockwise (Fig. 5/2).
GR04N GR 04N-TWINClean the outside of the hood with a sponge soaked with liquid
50 = 467 x 259 mm 60 = 507 x 259 mm 90 = 687 x 259 mmneutral detergent or with a cloth soaked with denatured ethyl
1. Put the panel, cut according to the above dimensions, on thealcohol. Do not use products containing abrasives. If the lamps
hood.fail to light when operating the switch, make sure they are screwed
2. Prepare a hole for a tube of 105 or 130 mm diameter accordingin before calling a technician.
to the provided spigot.Note ? The lamps must be only of ?candle? type. Never use
3. Set the spigot on the upper hole.lamps with higher rating than that indicated on the lamp lens.
4. Take out the grille from the hood (see description for changing
the grease filter) and place the appliance under the opening.Safety rules
5. Fix the tube to the spigot and connect the electric cable.Do not do any flambe cooking underneath the hood.
6. Insert the appliance into the cupboard and fix it in the drillholesWhen frying, never leave the pan alone because the cooking oil
by means of the four provided screws (Fig. 6/1).could flare up. Clean all the surfaces frequently to avoid danger
of fire. To do so use a cloth or a brush soaked in denatured ethyl
Electric connectionalcohol. It is also important to remove and clean or substitute
Make sure the supply voltage ratings correspond with those statedfrequently all filters installed in the hood.
on the appliance rating label. |
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