User manual WHIRLPOOL AKR 689

[. . . ] The symbol on the appliance or accompanying documentation indicates that this product should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste but must be taken to a collection point for the treatment of WEEE. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this appliance, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the shop where you purchased the appliance. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY WARNING: To reduce the risk of accidents, electric shock, injury or damage, when using the hood comply with the basic precautions, including the following. Always disconnect the hood from the power supply before carrying out any installation or maintenance operation on the appliance. [. . . ] The discharge air must not be eliminated in a duct used to remove fumes produced by appliances operating on gas or other fuels, but must have a separate outlet. If the hood is used together with other appliances operating on gas or other fuels, the negative pressure in the room must not exceed 4 Pa (4 x 10-5 bar). Do not leave pans unattended when frying, since the cooking oil could catch fire. 24. The hood is not a shelf, therefore do not overload or place objects on it. Do not use or leave the hood without its lamps correctly installed - risk of electric shock. The air sucked by the hood must not be eliminated through the same flue of the heating system or other appliances using gas or other fuels. Note: always wear work gloves for all installation and maintenance operations. Declaration of conformity This product has been designed, manufactured and sold in compliance with the following standards: - safety objectives of the "Low Voltage" Directive 2006/95/EC (which replaces 73/23/EEC as amended) - protection requirements of "EMC" Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC. 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. Turn the speed selector to the required speed setting according to the quantity of fumes and steam to be extracted. Close the steam-collecting drawer (where fitted). 45 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Always disconnect the hood before cleaning or carrying out maintenance by unplugging it or switching off the power supply. The sponge grease filter should be washed in hot soapy water once a month (soak for 1-2 hours, do not wring, leave to dry and then remount. · The grease filter paper should be replaced at least once a month. · Grease filter paper with saturation indicator should be replaced at least every two months or whenever the colour becomes visible through the holes of the grille. This colour should not be visible through the grille holes when the filter is installed. · Metal grease filters should be washed once a month either by hand or in a dishwasher at a low temperature and in a short cycle. Washing in a dishwasher can cause grease filters to turn white, but this in no way affects efficiency. Whenever cleaning or replacing the grease filters, clean all other exposed parts of the hood. · Grease filter Carbon filter ("Air recirculation mode", see following page) The carbon filter cannot be washed or regenerated. In some cases, carbon filters can be washed, but only when specified in the attached Product Description Sheet. Replace the carbon filter (normal usage) every 6 months (Rectangular carbon filter) every 4 months (Circular carbon filter). Replacing bulbs 1. Remove the burnt-out bulb and replace it with a new one of the same wattage. Close the grille, light fixture or metal grease filter. Cleaning the hood Use a soft cloth with methylated spirits or a mild liquid detergent. [. . . ] Check that the switch inside the hood (if fitted) is on position "A" Extractor; if not, set it to this position. Filter Hood (F - see also installation sheet) The air is filtered by a carbon filter and recycled into the surrounding atmosphere. Important: If the hood does not have a carbon filter, order one and fit it before use. Check that the switch inside the hood (if fitted) is on position "F" Filter; if not, set it to this position. If the plug is provided, close off the upper exhaust hole. Before connecting the hood, make sure the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home. [. . . ]