User manual MIELE DA 279

[. . . ] Operating and Installation Instructions Ventilation System DA 279-4 To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M. -Nr. 07 259 281 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Functional description Guide to the Ventilation System Operation Turning on the fan . 15 Cleaning and Care Cleaning the casing . 20 After Sales Service Installation instructions Caring for the environment Appliance dimensions Distance between cooktop and hood (S) . [. . . ] Avoid: ­ cleaning agents containing soda, acids or chlorides, ­ abrasive cleaning agents e. g. powder or cream cleansers, ­ abrasive sponges, e. g. pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents, ­ limescale removers. Cleaning the casing Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool or caustic (oven) cleaners on the hood. ^ All external surfaces and controls can be cleaned with a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish soap applied with a soft sponge. Do not use too much water when cleaning the controls. Water could penetrate the electronics and cause damage. ^ Glass surfaces can be cleaned using a glass cleaner. These will damage the surface. The following instructions for cleaning "Stainless steel" surfaces and "Stainless steel colored controls" should be followed in addition to the general "Cleaning the casing" instructions. Stainless steel Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner for stainless steel can be applied. Stainless steel colored controls These controls may become discolored or damaged if not cleaned regularly. Do not use a stainless steel cleaner on these controls. 17 Cleaning and Care Grease filters The reusable metal grease filters remove solid particles from the vented kitchen air (grease, dust, etc). ^ In a dishwasher: place the filters vertically in the lower basket, making sure that the spray arm is not blocked. "Heavy Soil" or "Pots and pans". Use the recommended amount of dishwasher detergent. Depending on the detergent, cleaning the grease filters in a dishwasher may cause permanent discoloration of the filter surface. Performance of the filter will not be affected by this discoloration. ^ After cleaning, the filters can be placed on a towel to air dry. ^ While the filters are removed, clean any dirt or grease from the filter casing to prevent the risk of fire. When putting the grease filters back make sure that the locking clips are visibly facing the cooking surface. ^ To remove the grease filters pull the locking clips forward. Lower the filter 45° unhook it at the rear and take it out. [. . . ] ­ Use smooth or flexible pipes made from approved non-flammable materials for exhaust ducting. ­ Where the ductwork is horizontal, it must slope away from the hood at least 1/8" per foot (1 cm per meter) to prevent condensation dripping into the appliance. ­ If the exhaust is ducted through an outside wall, a Telescopic Wall Vent can be used. 33 Air extraction Condensate trap optional accessory ­ If the exhaust is ducted into an inactive flue, the air must be expelled parallel to the flow direction of the flue. Never connect an exhaust hood to an active chimney, dryer vent, flue, or room venting ductwork. [. . . ]