Caring for your Cooker Hood, Metal Grease Filter

Caring for your Cooker Hood

Before doing any cleaning or replacing the filters or light bulb, always ensure that the electricity supply to the Cooker Hood is switched ‘OFF’.

Filters and their replacement:

THE METAL GREASE FILTER -

The grease filter is fitted to absorb grease and dust during cooking to help keep the appliance clean inside.

The metal filter must be cleaned frequently, at least once every thirty days of normal use.

The filter should be handwashed in hot soapy water. Alternatively it could be washed in a dishwasher.

After cleaning the filter, dry thoroughly before reinstalling.

IMPORTANT: There could be a possible fire hazard if the grease filter is not cleaned when necessary and according to these instructions.

TO REMOVE THE GREASE FILTER -

Release the catches on the filter (Fig.7 on page 7), then the filter can be removed.

THE CARBON FILTER -

The carbon filter absorbs odours arising from the cooking. In use, the filter will slowly become saturated and gradually less effective. The filter will normally require changing every six months, depending on the amount and type of cooking.

NOTE: The carbon filter must never be washed.

TO FIT THE CARBON FILTERS -

1.Remove the metal grease filter.

2.Remove the two securing screws from the carbon filter.

3.Remove the old carbon filter, replace with the new one.

4.Replace the securing screws to fix in place.

5.Replace the metal grease filter.

Cleaning:

For your own safety and in the interest of hygiene your Cooker Hood needs to be kept clean. A build up of grease or fat from cooking could cause a fire hazard.

Never use excessive amounts of water when cleaning, particularly around the control panel area.

The metal casing and grille assembly should be cleaned at least once a month to keep it looking like new. Wipe over with a soft cloth, wrung out in warm water and dry with a clean soft cloth. Wear protective gloves.

You can use mild non-abrasive cleaners but always read the manufacturer’s instructions first. Always test their suitability on a small area of the Cooker Hood not noticeable in normal use.

NOTE: DO NOT use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners as they may scratch the surface.

How to replace the light:

Should the light fail to work, switch ‘Off’ the mains supply to the Hood.

Unscrew the lamp cover (Fig.11) and first check the bulb is screwed securely into the lamp holder then switch ‘On’ at the mains supply.

If the light still fails to work do not worry, it will not affect the working of your hood. Obtain a replacement halogen 20 Watt max lamp.

Switch ‘Off’ the mains supply. Unscrew the old bulb anti-clockwise to remove and replace with the new bulb turning clockwise until secure.

Refit the lamp cover and switch back ‘On’ at the mains supply.

NOTE: When changing the bulb, an identical replacement must be fitted to ensure the safe operation of the hood.

Fig.11