Whirlpool W10018010 installation instructions Range Hood Care, Cleaning

RANGE HOOD CARE

Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Clean the hood and grease filters frequently according to the following instructions. Replace grease filters before operating hood.

Check that lights are cool before cleaning the hood.

Exterior surfaces

Clean the range hood with a mild detergent and soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleanser or steel-wool pads.

Metal grease filters

The filters should be washed frequently. Place metal filters in dishwasher or hot detergent solution to clean. Drain water through edge holes and let each filter dry thoroughly before replacing it.

To remove metal filters:

1.Turn off blower and lights. Check that the halogen lamp is cool.

2.Push handle toward the rear and pull downward.

3.Pull filter toward the front.

To replace the metal grease filter:

1.Insert back edge of filter into rear channel of the filter opening.

2.Push handle toward the rear and push filter up.

3.Pull filter toward the front and insert into front channel.

Charcoal Filters - For non-vented (recirculating) installations

The charcoal filters capture unpleasant cooking odors. They can be cleaned and reactivated. With normal use the filter should be cleaned every second month (when using the hood 2.5 hours per day, on average).

Clean the filter in the dishwasher using normal detergent and choosing the highest temperature setting. Wash the filter separately. To reactivate the filter, the filter should be dried in an oven for 10 minutes with a maximum temperature of 210°F (100°C).

After approximately 3 years of use, the charcoal filter should be replaced. See “Assistance or Service” section to order replacement charcoal filters.

To replace charcoal filter:

1.Turn off blower and lights. Check that range hood is off and halogen lamp is cool.

2.Remove the metal grease filters by pushing handle toward the rear and pull downward.

3.Pull filter toward front.

4.Set the filter face down on a protective cover such as a towel.

5.Remove metal wires and clean or discard charcoal filter.

6.Install cleaned or replacement charcoal filter on rear of metal filter with metal wires provided in filter packaging.

To replace the metal grease filters:

1.Insert back edge of filter into rear track of the filter opening.

2.Push handle toward the rear and push filter up.

3.Pull filter toward the front and insert into front track.

Replacing a halogen lamp

Turn off the range hood and allow the halogen lamps to cool. Replace bulb by using a tissue to handle bulb or while wearing cotton gloves. Do not touch bulb with bare fingers.

If new lights do not operate, make sure the lamps are inserted correctly before calling service.

1.Disconnect power.

2.Use a flat-blade screwdriver and gently pry the light cover loose.

3.Remove the lamp and replace with a 12-volt, 20-watt maximum, halogen lamp made for a G-4 base.

4.Replace the light cover.

5.Reconnect power.

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