Electrolux EFi620G User Manual

FOR ELECTROLUX

COOKER HOOD

EFI 620

cod. 4329074 02 - 0998

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Thank you for buying an Electrolux product.
To enable you to use your appliance 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
PO Box 47
Newbury
Berkshire Tel: [phone]
RG14 5XL Fax: [phone]

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

FOR THE USER For the Installer
Important Safety Information Installation Instructions

Technical Information

Your Appliance Electrical Connections

Electrical Requirements
Electrical Connection

Operating Instructions

Cooker Hood Controls Installing the Cooker Hood
To Operate Installation Requirements
Recirculation Ducting
Extraction Clearance Height

Unpacking

Maintenance and Cleaning The fixing kit comprises

External Cleaning Fitting the Wall Brackets
Charcoal Filter Venting
To Remove/Replace Charcoal Filter To Fit the Ducting
Synthetic Paper Grease Filter To Remove the Charcoal Filter
To Replace the Paper Grease Filter Recirculation
Changing the Light Bulb Fitting the Cooker Hood to the Wall

Decor Panel
Fitting a Decor Panel to the Hood Visor

Something Not Working To Refit the Hood With Decor Panel Attached
Service and Spare Parts Service Force Centres
Guarantee Conditions To register ownership, please ensure you

complete and return the guarantee card
supplied with the appliance.

Guide to use the instruction book

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

Safety instructions

K Step by step instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of your 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
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 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 high
level grill.

■ Child Safety

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

■ During Use

• This product is for domestic use only.

• Never leave frying pans unattended during
use as over-heated fats and oils might catch
fire.

• Never do flambé cooking under this cooker
hood.

• Do not leave naked flames under the hood.

■ Maintenance and Service

• This appliance can be a hazard if the
synthetic paper and charcoal filters are not
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 INSTRUCTION

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

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

Cooker Hood Controls

I. Automatic Microswitch

The microswitch overrides the controls,
and switches off the hood when the visor
is closed. When the visor is opened the
hood will resume the function of previous
setting.

M. Fan ON/OFF control

Y. Fan Speed Control

Position 1 - Low
Position 2 - Normal
Position 3 - Boost

L. Light ON/OFF control

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To Operate

Open the visor and select the required
functions.
The appliance can be installed to recirculate
or extract contaminated air.

Recirculation

The hood is supplied specified for use in the
recirculation mode with the charcoal filter
fitted.
The contaminated air is cleaned by passing
through the filters and then back into the
kitchen.

Extraction

The contaminated air enters the hood passing
through the grease filter and out through the
ducting into the atmosphere.
When the extraction mode is selected the
charcoal filter is not required.

Never do flambé cooking under this
cooker hood.

Take extra care when frying and never
leave frying pans unattended during
use, as over-heated fats and oils can
catch fire.

Do not leave naked flames under the
cooker hood.

Ensure the visor is open when using the
hob, even if the fan on the hood is not
switched on.

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.

Always wear protective gloves when
cleaning the hood.

Never use scouring pads or abrasive
cleaners.

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

Charcoal Filter

The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned, it
should be replaced approximately every three
months or more often if the hood is used for
more than three hours per day. (See installing
the cooker hood for instructions on how to
remove the charcoal filter).

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To Remove/Replace the Charcoal Filter

1. Remove the thumb screw through the
centre of the charcoal filter, from the
motor support.

2. The charcoal filter can now be removed.

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Synthetic Paper Grease Filter

The filter has saturation indicators, which are
small squares made from a series of dots.
When the white paper inside the squares
becomes saturated with grease the coloured
dots start to run and spread across the paper,
indicating that the filter has reached saturation
point and must be replaced.

The synthetic paper grease filter
cannot be cleaned.

It must not be washed.

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To Replace the Synthetic Paper Grease
Filter

1. Open the visor.

2. Press inwardly on the two slide catches
and lower the grille to the stop position.
Raise the front edge of the grille through
a 45

o

angle until it detaches itself from the

guides.

3. Carefully ease out the metal wire retaining clips.

4. Clean the metal grille and clips before
replacing the grease filter.

Handle the wire clips with care and
keep away from children as they have
sharp points.

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

Changing the Light Bulb

The bulb should be replaced with a 220-240
volt 40 watt clear cylindrical shape bulb with a
small (E14) screw thread.

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