RANGE HOOD CARE

Cleaning

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

Exterior Surfaces:

To avoid damage to the exterior surface, do not use steel wool or soap-filled scouring pads.

Always wipe dry to avoid water marks.

Cleaning Method:

Liquid detergent soap and water, or all-purpose cleanser

Wipe with damp soft cloth or nonabrasive sponge, then rinse with clean water and wipe dry.

Metal Grease Filter

The filters should be washed frequently. Place metal filters in dishwasher or hot detergent solution to clean.

Let filter dry thoroughly before replacing it.

Turn off fan and lights. Allow halogen lamp to cool.

1.Remove each filter by pulling the spring release handle and then pulling down the filter.

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A. Spring release handle

2.Wash metal filters as needed in dishwasher or hot detergent solution.

3.Reinstall the filter by making sure the spring release handles are toward the front. Insert metal grease filter into upper track.

4.Pull the spring release handle down.

5.Push up on metal filter and release handle to latch into place.

6.Repeat steps 1-5 for the other filter.

Non-Vented (Recirculating) Installation Filters

The charcoal filter is not washable. It should last up to 6 months with normal use. Replace with Charcoal Filter Kit Number W10272068.

To Replace Charcoal Filter:

1.Cover the grille that covers the blower motor with the charcoal filter so that the slots on the filter correspond to the pins on the sides of the motor grille.

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A. Charcoal filter

B.Pins

C.Blower motor

2.Turn the charcoal filter clockwise to lock it.

3.Repeat steps 1-2 on the other filter.

Replacing a Halogen Lamp

Turn off the range hood and allow the halogen lamp to cool. To avoid damage or decreasing the life of the new lamp, do not touch lamp with bare fingers. Replace lamp, using tissue or wearing cotton gloves to handle lamp.

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 120-volt, 40-watt maximum, halogen lamp made for a G-9 base.

4.Replace the light cover.

5.Reconnect power.

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KitchenAid LI3ZFE/W10321799F installation instructions Range Hood Care, Cleaning