Basic Maintenance Instructions
Your range hood requires some easy routine maintenance to
keep it running efficiently.
Maintaining the Baffle Filter
Clean the grease filters frequently—we suggest cleaning every
2 weeks. For your convenience, the filters are dishwasher safe!
1.
Remove the baffle filters from the hood by pushing the filter
knob inward. Then, carefully pull the baffle filter down and
remove it gently.
2.
Clean the baffle filters with warm water and detergent, or
place them in the dishwasher. Be careful with the filters to
avoid damage.
3.
Let the baffle filters dry completely.
4.
Reinstall the baffle filters.
Cleaning Your Range Hood
This range hood will look great and function correctly for a long time with proper care. Here are a few do's and dont's when
caring for your range hood.
WARNING: Failure to maintain basic standards of care and cleaning will increase the risk of fire.
Clean the range hood with warm, soapy cloth or a
stainless-steel polish.
Clean the hood in line with the grain of the stainless steel.
After cleaning with soap, rinse with clean water and wipe with
a clean, dry cloth.
Check the ducts and vents regularly to make sure they are not
clogged.
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Maintaining the Lighting
This range hood uses two lamps of 3W.
1.
Turn off power. For halogen lights, let light bulbs cool
completely before removing, if needed (about 5
minutes).
2.
Wearing protective gloves, rotate the light bulb
counterclockwise to disengage the bulb.
3.
Place new lightbulb into the socket and rotate
Don't use cleaners or cloths that are corrosive or abrasive.
Don't use detergents with ingredients like chloride, iodide,
or fluoride.
Don't leave dirt or soap residue on the hood. This can
damage the surface. Wash the hood's surface and rinse
immediately with clean water.
Don't let particles, especially construction particles (from
sanding, etc.) enter the hood. Cover the hood during room
renovations.
Don't use flammable agents near the stove, as these can
cause explosions.
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