User manual WHIRLPOOL AKR 634 GY-1 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ]  Do not flambé food under the hood since the flames generated could cause a fire.  Never leave the pan unattended when frying since the cooking oil could ignite.  Regular maintenance guarantees smooth hood operation and high performance. [. . . ] For this reason, make sure the room is well ventilated. Never use flammable materials to convey exhaust air. Declaration of conformity This product has been designed, manufactured and marketed according to the following: - safety objectives of “Low Voltage” Directive 73/23/EEC - protection requirements of “EMC” Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC. 5 3gb33017. fm5 Page 6 Wednesday, August 22, 2001 5:40 PM USING THE HOOD Switch on the hood a few minutes before starting to cook and leave it running for at least 5 minutes after you have finished.  Pull out the steam deflector (depending on model).  Turn the speed selector to the required speed setting according to the quantity of fumes and steam to be extracted.  Switch off the hood 5 minutes after you have finished cooking.  Close the steam deflector (where fitted). CARE AND MAINTENANCE Always disconnect the hood by switching off the electrical power supply before cleaning or carrying out maintenance. Grease filter The sponge grease filter should be washed in hot soapy water once a month (soak for 1-2 hours, do not wring. Replace with a new filter every 5-6 washes).  Switch off the hood for a few minutes and re-start it to see if the problem has cleared itself.  If the malfunction persists, call After-Sales Service. Specify: • the nature of the problem, • the model, • your full address, • your telephone number and area code. • The service code (number below the word SERVICE on the rating plate inside the hood behind the grease filter). INSTALLATION When installing the hood, the minimum distances from the cooktop must be respected, and the numerical sequence and additional instructions must be followed exactly as indicated on the Installation sheet. External Exhaust Mode ( - see also installation sheet) Cooking fumes and vapours are conveyed outside through a duct connected to the hood by means of a collar. The outlet duct diameter must be the same as that of the collar. If a flue-damper is to be installed, check that it can open and close freely when installation of the exhaust duct is complete. The hood can be supplied with one (upper) or two (upper and rear) exhaust outlet holes. A The hood is usually set up for using the upper exhaust outlet.  The collar must be seated in the upper exhaust outlet. Use the rear exhaust outlet (where present).  Where fitted, remove the cover closing off the rear outlet and collar. [. . . ]  Where fitted, remove the cover closing off the rear outlet and collar.  Some models are fitted with a plastic deflector that closes off the rear outlet.  Put the cover (if fitted) in the upper outlet. Warning! [. . . ]