Bosch DHD Use & Care Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7

Customer Services . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

Before Calling for Service . . . . . . . . 8

Cover How to Obtain Service . . . . . 8

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Data Plate Information . . . . . . . . . . 9

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

Instructions de sécurité . . . . . . 10

Instructions de fonctionnement 11–13

Caractéristiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Fonctionnement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Entretien et nettoyage . . . . . . . 13–14

Service à la clientèle . . . . . . . . .15–16

Avant de faire un appel de service 15

Comment obtenir un service . . . . 15

Garantie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Plaque signalétique . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

CONTENIDO

Instrucciones de Seguridad . . 17
Instrucciones de Operación . . 18–20

Características . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Operación . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Cuidado y Limpeiza . . . . . . . . . 20–22

Servicios al Cliente . . . . . . . . . .22–23

Antes de solicitar servicio . . . . . . 22

Cómo obtener servicio . . . . . . . . 22

Garantía . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Placa con información . . . . . . . . . . 23

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 WARNING – To reduce the risk of a

range top grease fire:
a) Never leave surface units unattended at

high settings. Boilovers cause smoking
and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
Heat oils slowly on low or medium
settings.

b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at

high or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn
Beef Flambé).

c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease

should not be allowed to accumulate on
fan or filter.

d) Use proper pan size. Always use

cookware appropriate for the size of the
surface element.

e) Do not place any objets on the snorkel.

They could fall down when the snorkel is
raised.

Caution: Grease left on filters can remelt
and move into the vent.

When children become old enough to
use the appliance, it is the legal
responsibility of the parents or legal
guardians to ensure that they are
instructed in safe practices by qualified
persons.

 WARNING – To reduce the risk of

injury to persons in the event of a cooktop
grease fire, observe the following:

a) Smother flames with a close-fitting lid,

cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off
the burner. Be careful to prevent burns. If
the flames do not go out immediately,
Evacuate and call the fire department.

b) Never pick up a flaming pan.

You may be burned.

c) Do not use water, including wet dish

cloths or towels. A violent steam
explosion will result.

d) Use an extinguisher only if:

1) You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it.

2) The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.

3) The fire department is being called.

4) You can fight the fire with your back
to an exit.

 WARNING: Whenever possible, do

not operate blower during a cooktop fire.
However, do not reach through fire to turn
off blower.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Intake

The intake, when raised, captures and
channels the cooking odors, steam and
grease. The filters are located within the
intake.

UP/DOWN Button

The UP/DOWN Button is located on the top
right of the intake. Press the Button once to
raise or lower the intake. It is not necessary
to hold the Button.

Blower

The blower is the fan that draws the
cooking odors out of the house.

Blower Speed Control Switch

The blower speed control switch is located
on the right front of the intake. The intake
must be raised in order to use the control
switch. There are four blower speed
settings: Off, Low, Medium, and High. Slide
the switch to the desired setting.

Filters

The filters are located on the front of the
intake. They condense and trap the grease
in the air.

Filter Release Levers

The filter release levers are used to remove
the filters. Pull out on the lever then pull up
and out on the filter.

FEATURES

 Intake Top Cap
 UP/DOWN Button
 Blower Speed Control Switch

The Thermador Universal Cook’n’Vent

®

takes the place of an overhead hood and
can be conveniently hidden away (lowered)
when not in use.

 Filters (behind front panel)
 Filter Release Lever
 Blower (not shown)

There are five primary parts of the
downdraft system: the intake, the
UP/DOWN button, the blower, the blower
speed control switch, the filter and the filter
release lever.

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Raised Intake

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OPERATION

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For Best Results

❑ Turn the blower on before starting to

cook.

❑ A higher heat setting may be needed

when the downdraft is in operation.

❑ Use a rear burner when browning or pan

frying meat.

❑ Open a window or inside door slightly.
❑ Clean the filters and the wall behind the

filters frequently.

❑ For Gas Cooktops, a lower blower

speed should be used if:

• the gas flame is being distorted by
the air movement.

• the burner continually sparks (clicks).

• the burner flame repeatedly blows
out.

To Raise the Intake

❑ Press the UP/DOWN push-button once

to raise the intake.

❑ The intake will stop automatically at its

maximum height.

❑ The blower will automatically turn on to

the previously set blower speed.

To Set or Adjust Blower Speed

❑ Vary the blower speed as needed for the

food or the cooking method being used.
For example: greasy or pungent foods

require greater ventilation power than
boiling pasta.

To Lower the Intake

❑ Press the UP/DOWN push-button once.

Note: The blower will turn off when the
intake is lowered if operating when the
UP/DOWN push-button is pressed.

If Intake Stops

❑ Locate and remove obstruction.
❑ Press UP/DOWN button to raise intake.
❑ Press UP/DOWN button again to lower

intake.

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Snorkel Up/Down

Pushing the Snorkel
Up/Down moves the
intake up or down.
Pushing this button
while snorkel is raising or
lowering will stop
motion.
Pushing again will
reverse motion.

0 Blower Off
1 Low Blower Speed
2 Medium Blower

Speed

3 High Blower Speed

Pressing the High,
Medium, or Low Blower
Speed buttons will turn
on or change the
ventilator speed to the
corresponding button
selected.

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CARE AND CLEANING

The efficiency of the downdraft ventilation system depends on the cleanliness of the intake
and filters. The frequency of cleaning depends on the amount and type of cooking.

❑ Do not use the ventilating system without the filters in place or with grease-laden filters or

surfaces.

 WARNING To avoid risk of fire and explosion do not use flammable liquids or

solvents.
Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.

To Remove Filters

1. Pull out on lever.

2. Lift filter up and out.

3. Clean filters in the dishwasher or in

warm, sudsy water. See Care and
Cleaning Chart, next page, for further
details.

To Replace Filters

1. Place bottom of filter in grease trough.

2. Pull out on lever.

3. Press top of filter into place.

4. Release Lever.

To Clean the Intake and Grease
Troughs

Intake must be in the raised position to
clean.

1. Turn off the blower.

2. Remove filters.

3. Clean intake and grease troughs with

general household degreaser spray or
cleaner.

4. Rinse and dry.

5. Replace filters.

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CARE AND CLEANING

❑ Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or

paper towels.

❑ Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water

marks.

❑ After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions before using.

The cleaners recommended below indicate a type and do not constitute an endorsement.
Use all products according to package directions.

Care and Cleaning Chart

A Anodized Top cap is not removable. Wash top and underside with hot sudsy water.

Aluminum Rinse and wipe dry or apply Fantastic

®

or Formula 409®first to a clean
Top Caps for sponge or paper towel and wipe clean.
Stainless DO NOT USE powdered cleansers or steel wool pads.

B Aluminum Clean filters in the dishwasher or by agitating in sudsy water. Ensure that

Mesh Filters there is no soil trapped in the fine mesh. Dry the filters before reinstalling

them.

C Plastic DO NOT REMOVE push-button or control knob. Wipe with a moist

Controls soapy sponge. Rinse and dry.

D Painted Wash top and underside with hot sudsy water. Rinse and wipe dry or

Top Cap for apply Fantastic

®

or Formula 409®first to a clean sponge or paper towel

Black/White and wipe clean.

DO NOT USE powdered cleansers or steel wool pads.

E Stainless Wipe grease accumulation with a paper towel or sponge. Scrape heavy

Steel Parts buildup with a plastic spatula. Clean with a soapy sponge; rinse and dry.

Always wipe or rub with grain. Wipe with Fantastic®or Formula 409

®

sprayed onto a paper towel. If grease buildup is heavy, several
appliacations may be necessary.

Polish with Stainless Steel Magic

®

and a soft cloth. Remove water spots
with a cloth dampened with white vinegar. Use Cameo Aluminum and
Stainless Steel Cleaner

®

to remove heat discoloration.

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CUSTOMER SERVICES

Before Calling for Service

If the blower does not operate:

❑ Ensure that the electrical cord is properly connected and the supply circuit is energized.
❑ Check that the intake is fully raised.
❑ Make sure that the blower speed control knob is not in the OFF position.

How to Obtain Service

For authorized service or parts information, call 1-800-994-2904.

We want you to be a satisfied customer. If a situation arises that has not been resolved to
your satisfaction, please let us know.

Write: Customer Support, BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden Ave.,
Huntington Beach, CA 92649, or call: 1-800-994-2904.

Please include the model number, serial number, and date of original purchase/installation.