User manual WHIRLPOOL IKU 168-6 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] The power cable must be long enough for connecting the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the power supply socket. Do not pull the power supply cable in order to unplug the appliance. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot. [. . . ] During all installation and maintenance operations wear appropriate working gloves. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use. WARNING: when the hob is in use, accessible parts of the hood may become hot. Installation and connection After unpacking the appliance, check for any transport damage. In the event of problems, contact the After-sales Service. To prevent any damage, only remove the appliance from its polystyrene foam packaging at the time of installation. Preparing for installation WARNING: this is a heavy product; the hood should only be lifted and installed by two or more people. The minimum distance between the hob and the bottom part of the hood must not be less than 65 cm for burning gas or other fuels and 50 cm for electric cookers. Before installation also check the minimum distances stated in the manual of the cooker. If the installation instructions for the cooker specify a greater distance between cooker and hood, this distance must be observed. Electrical connection Make sure the power voltage specified on the appliance rating plate is the same as the mains voltage. If it is very dirty, add a few drops of washing up detergent to the water. iMPORTANT: do not use abrasive sponges or metallic scrapers or scourers. € Use detergents specifically designed for cleaning the appliance and follow the manufacturer instructions. IMPORTANT: clean the filters at least monthly to remove any oil or grease residuals. To clean the grease filter The metal grease filter has an unlimited life and must be washed once a month by hand or dishwasher at low temperature and with a short cycle. With cleaning in a dishwasher the grease filter may become dull; this does not effect its filtering capacity. Disconnect the hood from the power supply. Open the extraction grille or remove the self-supporting grease filter (in the latter case, wash the filter immediately). Remove the device securing the grease filter. Charcoal filter is neither lavable nor regenerable. Disconnect the hood from the power supply. [. . . ] eNGLISH 12 Environmental concerns Disposal of packing The packing material is 100% recyclable . And is marked with the recycle symbol The various parts of the packing must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal. Scrapping the product - This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). - By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. [. . . ]