User manual THERMADOR 5060004248

[. . . ] Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambéing foods. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. [. . . ] Wipe down the intake front panel, back wall and filters after each use. · To Set or Adjust Blower Speed Vary the blower speed as needed for the food or the cooking method being used. For example: greasy or pungent foods require greater ventilation power than boiling pasta. To Lower the Intake · · Press the Snorkel Up/Down button once. The blower, if operating when the Snorkel Up/ Down button is pressed, will turn off when the intake is lowered. To Stop Intake While It is Moving Press the Snorkel Up/Down button once. · Press the Snorkel Up/Down button again to reverse direction. For Gas Cooktops, a lower blower speed should be used if: · the gas flame is being distorted by the air movement, · the burner continually sparks (clicks), or · the burner flame repeatedly blows out. To Raise the Intake · · Press the Snorkel Up/Down button once to raise the intake. The intake will stop automatically at its maximum height. PAGE 4 CARE AND CLEANING The efficiency of the Cook`n'Vent® downdraft ventilation system depends on the cleanliness of the intake and filters. The frequency of cleaning depends on the amount and type of cooking. · Do not use the ventilating system without the filters in place or with grease-laden filters or surfaces. Intake must be in the raised position to clean. Remove filters by pushing top of filters with thumbs until they release from frame. Begin by removing center filter(s), then remove outside filters. Wash filters with soap and warm water, or in a dishwasher 5. Wipe up any accumulated grease or food on the Intake. Use a general household degreaser spray or cleaner. Insert bottom edge of filter into ledge at bottom of frame intake. Push top portion of filter into top frame of intake until it snaps into place. Begin with outside filters, then center filters. CAUTION: Do not touch filters until they have sufficiently cooled off. Care and Cleaning Tip · · · Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels. Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the grain. [. . . ] Service by an unauthorized agency, damage or repairs due to service by anunauthorized agency or the use of unauthorized parts. Service visits to: · Teach you how to use the appliance. · Correct defects or repairs due to improper installation. You are responsible for providing electrical wiring and other connecting facilities. [. . . ]