Whirlpool LI3Y3B Range Hood Use, Range Hood Care, RangeHood Controls, Cleaning, Exterior Surfaces

RANGE HOOD USE

The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors and odors from the cooktop area. For best results, start the hood before cooking and allow it to operate several minutes after the cooking is complete to clear all smoke and odors from the kitchen.

The hood controls are located on the front panel on the right side of the range hood.

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A. Fluorescent lamp housings

B. Blower and light controls

C. Grease filter handle

D. Grease filter

RangeHood Controls

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A. On/Off light button

B. Blower off and speed minimum button

C. Blower speed medium button

D. Blower speed maximum button

Operating the light

The On/Off light button controls both lights. Press once for On and again for Off.

Operating the blower

The BLOWER SPEED buttons turn the blower on and control the blower speed and sound level for quiet operation. The speed can be changed anytime during fan operation by pressing the desired blower speed button.

Press the BLOWER OFF button a second time to turn the blower off.

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:

IMPORTANT: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel wool, gritty washcloths or paper towels.

To avoid damage to the stainless steel, do not use cleaners that contain chlorine.

Cleaning Method:

■Rub in direction of grain to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

■Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462A (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■Glass cleaner to remove fingerprints.

Metal Grease Filter

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 aluminum filter into upper track.

4.Push in spring release handle.

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

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

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