Electrolux EFC 935, EFC 635 User Manual

INSTRUCTION BOOK

cod. 4329617 03 - 010907

FOR ELECTROLUX

COOKER HOOD

EFC 635 and EFC 935

UK

Thank you for buying an Electrolux product.

To enable you to use your application effectively and safely, please read this instruction book
carefully before using the appliance and retain for future reference. If you require guidance in
the use of the appliance or require further information on Electrolux Products, please contact
our Customer Care Department.

Customer Care Department
Electrolux
55 - 77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ Tel: [phone]

To register ownership, please ensure you complete and return the guarantee card
supplied with the appliance.

For the User
Important Safety Information
Your Appliance

Operating Instructions

Cooker Hood Controls
To Operate
Recirculation
Extraction

Maintenance and Cleaning

External Cleaning
Metal Grease Filters
Charcoal Filters
To Remove/Replace the Charcoal Filters
Changing the Light Bulb

Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Guarantee Conditions

For the Installer

Technical Information

Electrical Connection

Electrical Requirements
Electrical Connection

Installing the Cooker Hood

Installation Requirements
Unpacking
Clearance Heights
Fitting the Wall Brackets
Fitting the Canopy Hood
Venting
Recirculation
Fitting the Chimney Stack

Service Force Centres

Guide to use the instruction book

The following Symbols will be found in the text to guide you through the instruction book

Safety instructions Step by step instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about
any of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

• Installation

• Any installation work must be undertaken
by a qualified electrician or a competent
person.

• This hood must be installed in accordance
with the installation instructions and all
measurements must be adhered to.

• If the cooker hood is installed for use above
a gas appliance then the provision for
ventilation must be in accordance with the
Gas Safety Codes of Practice BS.6172,
BS.5440 and BS.6891 (Natural Gas) and
BS.5482 (LP Gas) 1994, the Gas Safety
(Installation & Use) Regulations, the
Building Regulations issued by the
Department of the Environment, the Building
Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated)
Regulations issued by the Scottish
Development Department.

• The fan motor of this cooker hood
incorporates a cut-out device which will
operate if the cooker hood is installed below
the minimum height recommended under the
section ‘Clearance Height’, or if the motor
becomes overheated. If the cut-out device is
activated, switch off the fan motor and allow
the cooker hood to cool. The cut-out device
will reset itself when the fan motor has
cooled significantly.

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way.

• When installed between adjoining wall
cabinets the wall cabinets must not overhang
the hob.

• If the room where the cooker hood is to be
used contains a fuel burning appliance such
as a central heating boiler then its flue must
be of the room sealed or balanced flue type.

• If other types of flue or appliances are fitted
ensure that there is an adequate supply of air
to the room.

• The ducting system for this appliance must
not be connected to any existing ventilation
system which is being used for any other
purpose.

• Do not install above a cooker with a high­level grill.

• Child Safety

• This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to
tamper with the appliance.

• During Use

• This product is for domestic use only.

• Never leave frying pans unattended during

use as overheated fats and oils might catch
fire.

• Never do flambé cooking under this cooker
hood.

• Do not leave naked flames under the cooker
hood.

• Maintenance and Service

• This appliance can be a hazard if the grease

filters and charcoal filters are not cleaned
and replaced as recommended.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt
to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced persons may
cause injury or more serious malfunction.
Refer to your local Electrolux Service Force
Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

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YOUR APPLIANCE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This cooker hood is designed to extract
unpleasant odours from the kitchen, it will not
extract steam.

Cooker Hood Controls

The cooker hood functions are controlled by
three switches located to the right on the
underside of the hood immediately in front of the
metal grease filters.

Worktop Lighting

The switch (L) marked with the lamp symbol
operates the worktop lighting.

L 0 - OFF

1 - ON

Fan Control

The switch (M) marked with the fan symbol and
the switch (V) marked 1-2-3 operates the fan.

M 0 - OFF

1 - ON

V 1 - Low

2 - Normal
3 - Boost

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To Operate

Select the required fan speed and light if required.

The appliance can be installed to recirculate or
extract contaminated air. The cooker hood is more

effective when used in the extraction mode.

Recirculation

The cooker hood is supplied specified for use in
the recirculation mode with the charcoal filter
fitted.

In the recirculation mode the contaminated air is
passed through the charcoal filters to be purified
and recirculated into the kitchen through the
recirculation grilles in either side of the chimney
stack.

Extraction

In the extraction mode the contaminated air enters
the cooker hood passing through the grease filters
and is passed out through the ducting into the
atmosphere.

To obtain the best performance when cooking it is
advisable to switch the cooker hood on for a few
minutes before you start cooking and leave it
running for about 15 minutes after finishing.

When used in the ducting mode the
charcoal filters are not required.

Never do flambé cooking under this
cooker hood.

Never leave frying pans unattended
during use as overheated fats and oils
can catch fire.

Do not leave naked flames under the
cooker hood.

Ensure heating areas on your hob are
covered with pots and pans when using
the hob and cooker hood simultaneously.

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Before carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning isolate the cooker hood from the
mains supply.

The cooker hood must be kept clean, as a
build up of grease or fat can be a fire
hazard.

External Cleaning

Wipe the cooker hood frequently with warm soapy
water using a mild detergent.

Never use scouring pads or abrasive
cleaners.

Never use excessive amounts of water
when cleaning particularly around the
control panel.

Metal Grease Filters

The grease filters absorb grease and dust during
cooking to help keep the cooker hood clean
inside, and should be cleaned approximately once
every month or more often if the hood is used for
more than 3 hours a day.

Remove/Replace the metal
grease filters:

1. Press against the metal catch to release
the spring catch as illustrated in Fig. 1.

2. Drop the front edge of the cassette down
as illustrated opposite and lift the back
edge out of the rear guide.

3. To refit insert the back edge of the
cassette into the rear guide and push up
the front edge until the spring catch
engages.

The metal grease filters should be washed, by
hand, in mild soapy water or in a dishwasher.
Allow to dry completely before replacing.

Fig.1

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Charcoal Filters

In the recirculation mode the charcoal filters
absorb smells and unwanted odours.

The charcoal filters cannot be cleaned, we
recommend they should be replaced
approximately every three months or more often if
the hood is used for more than three hours per
day.

To Remove/Replace the
Charcoal Filters

1. First remove the metal grease filters as
illustrated in Figure 1.

2. Rotate the charcoal filter anticlockwise
(B) and remove illustrated in Fig. 2.

3. To replace the charcoal filters, place the
filter over the inlet grille at either end of
the fan housing and rotate clockwise (A)
into position as illustrated in Fig. 2.

This appliance can be a possible fire
hazard if the grease and charcoal filters
are not cleaned and replaced as
recommended.

Changing the Light Bulb

1. First remove the metal grease filters.

2. The light bulbs can be reached from
inside the canopy.

3. Rotate the light bulb anticlockwise to
unscrew.

4. To replace the light bulb insert a
replacement into the holder then rotate
the bulb clockwise into position. Ensure
you take care not to overtighten the bulb.

If the light bulb fails to function check that the bulb
is fully screwed into the holder. If bulb failure has
occurred then it should be replaced with a 220­240 Volt 40W clear globe shaped bulb with a
small E14 screw thread.

Replacement filters and light bulbs can be
obtained from your local Service Force Centre.

Fig.2

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING

If, having followed these instructions carefully, your cooker hood fails to work properly please carry out
the following checks.

Symptom

The cooker hood will not start

The cooker hood is not working effectively

The cooker hood has switched off during
operation

If after all these checks, the fault persists,
contact your local Service Force Centre,
quoting the model and serial number.

Please note that it will be necessary to
provide proof of purchase for any
in-guarantee service calls.

SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS

Solution

• Check the hood is connected to the electricity
supply.

• Make sure the switch is in the ‘ON’ position.

• The fan speed is set high enough for the task

• The grease filter is clean.

• The kitchen is adequately vented to allow the
entry of fresh air.

• If set up for recirculation, check that the
charcoal filter is still effective.

• If set up for extraction, check that the ducting
and outlets are not blocked.

• The safety cut-out device has been tripped.

• Turn off the hob and then wait for the device to
reset.

In-guarantee customers should ensure
that the above checks have been made as
the engineer will make a charge if the fault
is not a mechanical or electrical
breakdown.

If you require an engineer or spare parts
contact your local Service Force Centre by
telephoning:

08705 929929

Your telephone call will be routed to your local
Service Force Centre. The addresses are
listed in the back of the book.

For general assistance with your appliance or
for further information on Electrolux products
please contact our Customer Care Department.

Customer Care Department,
Electrolux
55 - 77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ

Tel: [phone]*

* calls to this number may be recorded for training

purposes.

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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

We, Electrolux, undertake that if within twelve months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux built-in
product or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials,
the company will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials
or carriage on condition that:

• The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electrical supply stated on the rating

plate.

• The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the

manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions.

• The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any

person not authorised by us.

• All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by an Electrolux Service Force Centre.

• Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of this company.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside
these hours in which case a premium will be charged.

EXCLUSIONS
This Guarantee does not cover:

• Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light

bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.

• Costs incurred for calls to put right appliances improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the

United Kingdom.

• Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of

rental agreements.

• Products of Electrolux manufacture which are not marked by Electrolux.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal rights.

ELECTROLUX EUROPEAN GUARANTEE

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new
home subject to the following qualifications:

• The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased the product.

• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the

new country of use for this brand or range of products.

• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

• Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically,

i.e. a normal household.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them
detailsof your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of
your move and able to look after you and your appliances.

France Senlis ++33 (0)3 44 62 22 22
Germany Nurnberg ++49 (0)911 323 2600
Italy Pordenone ++39 (0)1678 47053
Sweden Stockholm ++46 (0)20 78 77 50
United Kingdom Slough ++44 (0)1753 219 898

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Technical information

DIMENSIONS HEIGHT OF CANOPY: 270mm

HEIGHT OF CHIMNEY:(UPPER SECTION) 215mm

(LOWER SECTION) 530mm

WIDTH OF CANOPY: EFC 635 598mm

EFC 935 898mm

DEPTH OF CANOPY: 490mm

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE: (~50Hz) 220-240V

SUITABLE FOR ­INSTALLATION ABOVE: ELECTRIC HOB: 7KW (MAX)

Note: CE Marking certifies that this appliance complies with the
requirements laid down in EEC directive 89:336 (Electromagnetic
compatibility) and subsequent modifications and Low Votage directive
72/23/E.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Electrical Requirements

Any permanent electrical installation must
comply with the latest I.E.E. Regulations and
local Electricity Board regulations. For your own
safety this should be undertaken by a qualified
electrician e.g. your local Electricity Board, or a
contractor who is on the roll of the National
Inspection Council for Electrical Installation
Contracting (NICEIC).

Electrical Connection

Before connecting to the mains supply ensure
that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate inside the cooker

POWER CONSUMPTION: 225W
FAN MOTOR: 145W
LAMPS: (2 x40W) 80W

GAS HOB: 10KW (MAX)
SLOT-IN ELECTRIC COOKER: 12.4KW (MAX)
SLOT-IN GAS COOKER: 13.5KW (MAX)

This appliance is fitted with a 3 core mains cable
and must be permanently connected to the
electricity supply via a double-pole switch having
3mm minimum contact gap on each pole. A
Switched Fuse Connection Unit to BS.1363 Part
4, fitted with a 3 Amp fuse, is a recommended
mains supply connection accessory to ensure
compliance with the Safety Requirements
applicable to fixed wiring instructions.

This appliance conforms to BS.800:1988 and
EEC Directive No. 78 308 regarding suppression
of radio and television interference.

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INSTALLING THE COOKER HOOD

2

S

1

A

R

D

(Optional Splashback B)

Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed it is easily accessible to an engineer
in the event of a breakdown.

All installations must comply with the local
authorities requirements for the discharge
of exhaust air.

Incorrect installation may affect the safety
of this cooker hood.

Installation Requirements

Before installation check that the wall to
which the cooker hood is to be fitted for
electric cables, water pipes and gas.

This cooker hood is designed to be fixed to any
vertical surface over a cooking area, and can be
used in the extraction (ducted to the outside) or
recirculation mode.
The installation work must be undertaken by a
qualified and competent person.

I

C

B

The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for
damage due to incorrect installation of the cooker
hood or if the hood is not installed in compliance
with relevant regulations controlling this type of
installation.

Unpacking

The cooker hood is supplied with the following
components for installation:

• Ducting spigot 150 to 120mm (A)

• Canopy (C)

• Ducting Collar (D)

• Lower chimney stack 530mm (I)

• Recirculation spigot (R)

• Upper chimney stack 215mm (S)

Fixing kit comprising:

• Wall fixing brackets (1 and 2).

• Document pack.

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Clearance Heights

The cooker hood is designed to be fitted over a
cooking appliance at the clearance heights stated,
providing the maximum output of the appliance
beneath does not exceed the maximums quoted
in the Technical Specifications.

If the output of the appliance below the cooker
hood exceeds the maximum outputs quoted,
please refer to the cooker manufacturer’s
installation instructions.

A minimum clearance height of 650mm (25 ins) is
required when installed above a built-in electric
hob, or 700mm (25 ins) when installed above a
built-in gas hob.

A minimum clearance height of 685mm (27 ins) is
required when installing above a slot-in electric
cooker, or 787mm (30 ins) when installed above a
slot-in cooker.

When installed between adjoining wall cabinets,
the wall cabinets must not overhang the hob and
the distance between the underside of the cabinet
and the worktop must be 450mmm (17 ins), a gap
of 50mm (2 ins) must be maintained either side of
the hob.

This cooker hood must not be installed
above a cooking appliance with a high
level grill.

Fitting the Wall Brackets

1. Draw a vertical line on the wall, from the
centre of the cooking appliance up to the
ceiling, using a spirit level and marker
pen. This is to ensure the correct vertical
alignment of the appliance.

2. Fixing the wall bracket No 1
Draw two horizontal lines through the
vertical at 225 and 265mm as illustrated.
Place the top edge of the bracket against
the 265mm line, aligning the centre of the
bracket with the vertical line. The line at
should run through the centre of the
keyholes. If, the alignment is correct mark
the centres for the key hole bracket fixing
screws (not supplied) as illustrated in Fig.

3.

Ensure that the distance between the
lowest point of the hood and the cooking
appliance beneath meet the clearance
requirements quoted above.

Ensure the lower bracket 1 is fitted with
the flat top pointing away from the wall.

Fig.3

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3. Fixing the first wall bracket No 2
Draw a horizontal line through the vertical
at 15mm from the ceiling as illustrated, or
from a horizontal line drawn between the
top of two adjoining wall cabinets. Place
the top edge of the bracket against the
line, aligning the centre of the bracket with
the vertical line. If, the alignment is correct
mark the centres for the keyhole fixing
screws (not supplied) as illustrated in Fig.

3.

4. Fixing the second wall bracket No 2
Draw a horizontal line through the vertical
at X. X is determined by the height of the
upper chimney. Place the bottom edge of
the bracket against the line, aligning the
centre of the bracket with the vertical line.
If, the alignment is correct mark the
centres for the keyhole fixing screws (not
supplied) as illustrated in Fig. 4.

5. Splashback (Optional)
When the splashback is to be fitted, the
distance between the cooker hood and
the cooking appliance will be determined
by the height of the splashback B, as
illustrated in Fig. 4.
Position the splashback on the worktop,
ensuring the worktop is level first, as
illustrated in Fig. 4; then holding the
splashback against the wall mark the
position of the holes for the fixing screws.

The splashback must be fitted before
installing the cooker hood.

If the splashback is to be fitted in
conjunction with a slot-in cooker, or free
standing appliance then it will be
necessary to fix the splashback to the wall
using both the top and bottom wall fixing
screw holes.

Drill the holes for the fixing screws using
an 8mm masonry drill and fix the wall
brackets.

Note: If the hood is to be installed
onto a hollow construction or plaster
or partition board wall then special
fixing screws will be required (not
supplied).

Fig.4

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Fitting the Canopy Hood

1. Adjust the two screws V on the top of the
canopy to about halfway as illustrated in
Fig. 5.

2. Hook the canopy onto the wall bracket 1
and push down until the canopy adjusting
screws V rest on the bracket, turn the
screws to adjust the canopy vertically and
level it horizontally as illustrated in Fig. 5.

4. Insert the screw V1 into the central hole to
lock the canopy in to position as illustrated
in Fig. 5.

Electrical connection and working test

Before fitting the chimney to the canopy make the
electrical connection as described in the section
titled “ELECTRICAL CONNECTION”.
When the electrical connection has been made,

test the three speed fan and worktop illumination.

Venting

The hood is more effective when used in the
extraction mode (ducted to the outside). Venting

kits may be purchased through your retailer
or DIY store, and must be ducted to an outside
vent of 125mm (5”).

The ducting used must be manufactured
from fire retardent material conforming
to the relevant British Standard or DIN
4102-B1.

When the cooker hood is ducted to the outside the
charcoal filters must be removed.

Recirculation

The cooker hood is supplied specified for use in
the recirculation mode, with the charcoal filters
fitted.

In the recirculation mode contaminated air is
passed through the charcoal filters to be purified
and recirculated into the kitchen through the grille
outlets on either side of the chimney (I).

To fit the recirculation spigot (R), place the spigot
over the outlet on top of the canopy and push
down on the spigot until it snaps into position as
illustrated in Fig. 6.

Fig.5

Fig.6

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Extraction

The charcoal filters are not required in this mode
and should be removed.

Ducting

The ducting used must be 150mm (6ins), or
125mm (5ins) in diameter.
If possible duct through the wall immediately
above the canopy.
For the best performance use the shortest
possible duct run and the minimum number of
bends.
Where flexible ducting is fitted it should not be
turned through very tight bends as this may
impair the performance of the hood.
It is recommenmded a maximum length of 3
metres, to be installed, to be reduced by 1 metre
for each 90o bend installed in the ducting run.
If the distance is greater than 3 metres the
efficency of the hood could be impaired.

The diameter of the spigot on top of the hood is
150mm (6ins). A ducting adapter from 150mm
(6ins) to 120mm (5ins) is supplied together with a
120mm to 125mm ducting collar.

If the room where the cooker hood is to
be used contains a fuel burning appliance
such as a central heating boiler, then its
flue must be of the room sealed or
balanced flue type.

If other types of flue or appliances are
fitted ensure that there is an adequate
supply of air to the room.

The cooker ducting (extraction mode)
must never be connected to central
heating flues, radiators or water heaters
etc.

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Fitting the Chimney Stack

The chimney consists of two sections. The upper
chimney measures 215mm and the lower chimney
(with the holes for recirculation on either side)
measures 530mm.

1. Fit the two plastic supports provided into
the two holes on top of the canopy as
illustrated in Fig. 7.

2. Fit the upper section (S) first. Expand the
chimney slightly to allow it to be fitted over
the brackets 2, and then secure the
chimney stack to brackets using the four
self tapping screws provided as illustrated
in Fig. 7.

3. Fit the lower chimney section (I) by
expanding the chimney slightly to allow it
to be fitted over the brackets 1, and the
upper chimney section and bracket 2 as
illustrated in Fig. 7.

4. Secure the bottom of the chimney to the
plastic supports using the self tapping
screws provided as illustrated in Fig. 7.

S

I

Fig.7

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