User manual WHIRLPOOL DDLR 5790 IN INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Keep packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc. ) well out of their reach. Installation and connection to the mains and exhaust ducts must be carried out by a qualified technician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations. PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Packaging Packaging materials are 100% recyclable and are marked with the recycling symbol . [. . . ] Declaration of conformity This product has been designed, manufactured and sold in conformity to the following standards: - the safety standards of the “Low Voltage” Directive 73/23/EEC - protection requirements of “EMC” Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC. 8 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). CARE AND MAINTENANCE Always disconnect the hood before cleaning or carrying out maintenance by unplugging it or switching off the power supply. Grease filter • 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. 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. When replacing the bulb, be sure it is cool before touching it and check the wattage. 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. [. . . ] 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. Electrical connections Before connecting the hood, make sure the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home. If the hood is fitted with a standard plug, insert it into a matching standard socket in an easily accessible location. [. . . ]