Caple FSCHW5 User Manual

CONVENTIONAL

EXTRACTOR

MODEL NO.

FSCHW5

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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PLEASE READ THE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION.

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GENERAL

Carefully read the following important information regarding installation safety and
maintenance. Keep this information booklet accessible for further consultations.

The appliance has been designed as a exhausting version (external exhaust) or as a filter version
(internal air recirculation) cooker hood.

SAFETY PRECAUTION

1. Take care when the cooker hood is operating simultaneously with an open fireplace or
burner that depend on the air in the environment and are supplied by other than
electrical energy, as the cooker hood removes the air from the environment which a
burner or fireplace need for combustion.
The negative pressure in the environment must not exceed 4 Pa (4*10-5 bar).
Provide adequate ventilation in the environment for a safe operation of the cooker hood.
Follow the local laws applicable for external air evacuation.

2. WARNING!!

In certain circumstances electrical appliances may be a danger hazard:

A) Do not check the status of the filters while the cooker hood is operating
B) Do not touch the light bulbs after appliance use
C) Flambé cooking is prohibited underneath the cooker hood
D) Avoid exposed flames, as they can damage the filters and are a fire hazard
E) Constantly check food frying to avoid that the overheated oil may become a fire

hazard
F) Disconnect the electrical plug prior to any maintenance.
G) The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without

supervision

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Electric Connection
The appliance has been manufactured as a class Ⅱ,therefore no earth cable is necessary.
The connection to the mains is carried out as follows:
BROWN=L line
BLUE=N neutral
If not provided, connect a plug for the electrical load indicated on the description label. Where
a plug is provided, the cooker hood must be installed in order that the plug is easily
accessible.
A switch with a minimum aperture of 3 mm between contacts, in line with the electrical load
and local standards, must be placed between the appliance and the network in the case of
direct connection to the electrical network.

The appliance must be installed at a minimum height of 700mm from a Caple gas hob. See
manufacturer’s guidelines for other brands.
If a connection tube composed of two parts is used, the upper part must be placed outside the
lower part.
Do not connect the cooker hood exhaust to the same conductor used to circulate hot air or for
evacuating fumes from other appliances generated by other than an electrical source.

ATTENTION: should the lamps not work, make sure they are well tightened.

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MOUNTING OF THE HOOD IN THE LOWER PART OF A HANGING CUPBOARD

Drill 4 holes of 6mm diameter at the bottom of the hanging cupboard as shown in the drawing
fig.1.
Fit the hood in the cabinet with 4 screws, which are appropriate to that kind of cupboard.
The appliance is provided with 2 air outlets, one which is in the upper part and the other on
the back. Both of them can be used according to your requirements. A connecting ring ©, to
join the connecting pipe to, and a cover (A) to close the air outlet, which is not used, are
supplied.

MOUNTING OF THE HOOD ON THE WALL

Drill 4 holes on the wall, which correspond to the position (B-Z) of the drawing fig.1.
Hang the hood on the 2 holes using the screws and dowels with expanding plug, which are
appropriate for that kind of wall (ex. concrete, plasterboard etc.)
Fix the hood through the 2 security holes (Z).

CHANGING FROM EXHAUSTING METHOD TO FILTERING METHOD

In order to make this change, carbon filters CAP19CF are included. Active carbon filters are
necessary to purify the air, released into the room. Filters are not washable; they cannot be
regenerated and have to be replaced at most every 4 months. The saturation of the activated
charcoal depends on the prolonged use of the hood, on the type of cooking and on the
regularity of cleaning the grease filter. The filter (D) has to be applied to the aspirating group,
which is inside the hood hitting the centre of the group with it and turning it of 90 degrees until
the stop click is heard to lock it. Remove the grill (G) to carry out this operation. Close with the
appropriate covers the upper and back air outlets; turn the small lever (L) from the position (A)
to the position (F).In this way the hood is ready for the filtering function.

C

A

B
Z

90°

F

D

L

A

1Mt.

G

F

L

90°

D

A

2Mt.

G

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USE AND MAINTENANCE

It is recommended to operate the appliance prior to cooking.
It is recommended to leave the appliance in operation for 15 minutes after cooking is
terminated in order to completely eliminate cooking vapours and odours.
The proper function of the cooker hood is conditioned by the regularity of the maintenance
operations, in particular, the active carbon filter.
The anti-grease filters capture the grease particles suspended in the air, and are therefore
subject to clogging according to the frequency of the use of the appliance.
In order to prevent fire hazard, it is recommendable to clean the filter at least every 2 months
by carrying out the following instructions:

-Remove the filters from the cooker hood and wash them in a solution of water and neutral
liquid detergent, leaving to soak.

-Rinse thoroughly with warm water and leave to dry.
Clean the fan and other surfaces of the cooker hood regularly using a cloth moistened with
non abrasive liquid detergent.

THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR EVENTUAL
DAMAGES CAUSED BY BREACHING THE ABOVE WARNINGS.

NOT WORKING PROPERLY?

Light bulb doesn’t come on?
A replacement bulb is probably necessary, but first check that the bulb is firmly fitted.
If the filament is broken, remember, remember that the light bulbs are not covered by
our guarantee. Remember to disconnect the power supply before removing the bulb.

Motor is on but fan doesn’t seem to be as efficient as usual?
Check the grease filter mat. If it hasn’t been cleaned recently, it might be clogged with
grease. If the filter mat is relatively clean, check the charcoal filter. If this hasn’t been
replaced for more than six months, remove it and insert a new one.

Works normally but cooking smells linger?
If you’re using the unit in re-circulation mode, change the charcoal filter. It is obviously
past it’s prime.

Control fails to switch motor on?
Check the plug, socket and fuse. If these are in order and the fault persists, it could be
that an accumulation of grease has impaired the efficiency of the switch mechanism.
Try rapidly moving the switch on and off several times in succession to clear grease
deposits. If the fault continues, call the service agent.

Appliance does not work at all?
Check your extractor is switched on at the mains. Next, check for an unexpected power
failure by switching on adjacent lights etc.

Still not working? Call the service agent on 0870 2411 142

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