Miele 09 968 240 User Manual
Operating and Installation Instructions
Ventilation Hood
To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must
these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first
time.
en-US M.-Nr. 09 968 240
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................. 3
Caring for the environment.................................................................................
Description of functions......................................................................................
Guide to the appliance.........................................................................................
Operation ..............................................................................................................
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Turning on the fan .................................................................................................. 16
Selecting the power level....................................................................................... 16
Turning off the fan.................................................................................................. 17
Turning cooktop lighting On/Off............................................................................. 17
Automatic safety shut-down.................................................................................. 17
Cleaning and care................................................................................................
18
Stainless steel housing .......................................................................................... 18
Grease filters.......................................................................................................... 19
OdorFree Charcoal Filter........................................................................................ 21
Disposing of the OdorFree Charcoal Filter........................................................ 21
Changing an overhead light................................................................................... 22
Installation ............................................................................................................
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Before installation .................................................................................................. 23
Removing the protective film ................................................................................. 23
Installation Instructions.......................................................................................... 23
Disassembly........................................................................................................... 23
Installation parts..................................................................................................... 24
Appliance dimensions............................................................................................ 26
Distance between cooktop and ventilation hood (S) ............................................. 27
Installation recommendations................................................................................ 29
Drilling diagram for wall mounting ......................................................................... 29
Plywood backing .................................................................................................. 30
To install a plywood backing ................................................................................. 30
Exhaust duct.........................................................................................................
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Condensate trap .................................................................................................... 32
Reducing Collar .................................................................................................... 32
Electrical connection...........................................................................................
Service and warranty...........................................................................................
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Location of the data plate...................................................................................... 34
Technical data .....................................................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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This appliance complies with current safety requirements.
Impr
oper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Read all instructions before installing or using the appliance for
the first time. Only use the appliance for its intended purpose.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them
on to any future user.
Use
AUTION: For General Ventilating Use Only. Do Not Use To
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Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Materials And Vapors.
This applianc
described in these operating instructions.
This venti
must only be used to extract and clean vapors produced during
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cooking. Any other use occurs at the owner's own risk.
e is intended for residential use only. Use only as
lation hood is not intended for outdoor use.
This appliance is suitable for installation above gas or electric
coo
king surfaces.
ersons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or
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experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision
or instruction by a responsible person.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Children
As w
by children.
Please super
them play with it.
Dange
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
ith any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used
vise children in the vicinity of the hood and do not let
r of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
Technical safety
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ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
– Use this appliance only in the manner intended by the
man
ufacturer. If you have questions, contact Miele.
– Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, switch power off at
the ser
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. If the service
disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
Installatio
a Miele authorized service technician in accordance with national
and local safety regulations and the provided installation
instructions. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department for
examination, repair or adjustment. Repairs and other work by
unauthorized persons could be dangerous and may void the
warranty.
vice panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
n, repair and maintenance work should be performed by
A d
check for visible signs of damage. Never use a damaged ventilation
hood.
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amaged ventilation hood oven can be dangerous. Always
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Be cer
qualified technician. To guarantee the electrical safety of this
appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an
effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety
requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system
of the house checked by a qualified electrician.
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connection data (voltage and frequency) on the data plate
correspond to the building's power supply before connecting the
appliance. When in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Do not use a power bar or e
ventilation hood to electricity. These are a fire hazard and do not
guarantee the required level of appliance safety.
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been properly installed.
tain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a
o avoid damaging the ventilation hood, make sure that the
xtension cord to connect the
o ensure safe operation, only use the ventilation hood after it has
This ventilation hood may not be used in non-stationary locations
(e.g. on a ship).
Only open the housing as described in the enclosed "Installation
diagr
am" and in the "Cleaning and care" section of this manual.
Under no circumstances should any other parts of the housing be
opened.
Tampering with electrical connections or components and
mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause
operation faults.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Defective co
only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a
If
qualified service technician.
During
hood must be disconnected from the electrical supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply if one of the following
applies:
– The circuit breakers on the electrical service panel are tripped.
– The screw-type fuses on the electrical service panel have been
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– The power cable (if present) has been unplugged from the socket
(pull the plug no
installation, maintenance, and repair work, the ventilation
emoved.
mponents should be replaced by Miele original parts
t the cord).
Proper use
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ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP GREASE
FIRE:
– a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.
Boi
lovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Heat
oils slowly on low or medium settings.
– b) Always turn the hood on when cooking at a high heat.
– c) Clean the ventilation hood frequently. Grease should not be
all
owed to accumulate on the fan or filter.
– d) Use the proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for
the siz
e of the cooking area.
Never use an open flame beneath the ventilation hood.
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o avoid the risk of fire, do not flambé or grill over an open flame.
When turned on, the ventilation hood will draw any flames into the
filter. Fat deposits may ignite.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
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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 dishcloths or towels - a
violent steam explosion will result.
– d) Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:
– 1) You have a class ABC extinguisher, and you 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.
*Based on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips" published by NFPA.
The venti
lation hood may become damaged if exposed to
excessive heat from a gas cooktop.
– When using the ventilation hood over a gas cooktop, ensure that
any burne
rs in use are always covered by cookware. Turn burners
off when removing the cookware, even if doing so for just a short
time.
– Select cookware that is suitable for the size of the burner.
– Adjust the flame so that it never extends up the sides of the
co
okware.
– Avoid overheating the cookware (e.g., when cooking with a wok).
Always turn the ventila
tion hood on whenever a burner is in use to
prevent damage from condensation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Overheat
on fire.
When cooking with oils or fats, do not leave pots, pans or fryers
unattended. Never leave an electric grill unattended when grilling.
F
at and debris deposits impair the proper functioning of the
ventilation hood.
To ensure that cooking vapors are properly cleaned, never use the
ventilation hood without the grease filters in place.
A filt
The filters should be cleaned or replaced at regular intervals.
Please no
can cause the ventilation hood to become very hot.
Do not touch the housing or the grease filters until the ventilation
hood has cooled down.
ed oils and fats can ignite and set the ventilation hood
er containing too much grease is a fire hazard!
te that the heat rising from the stovetop during cooking
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper installation
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ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
– a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
quali
fied person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and
standards, including fire-rated construction.
– b) Sufficient air is needed for combustion and exhausting of
ses through the flue (chimney of fuel burning equipment to
ga
prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and
the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
– c) When cutting or drilling into the wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
– d) Ducted hoods must always be vented to the outdoors.
– e) Do not use this hood with any solid-state speed control device.
o determine whether a ventilation hood may be operated above
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your cooking appliance, please refer to the information provided by
the appliance's manufacturer.
Safety r
above solid fuel stoves.
egulations prohibit the installation of a ventilation hood
Insufficient distance between the cooking appliance and the
ventil
ation hood can result in damage to the hood.
The minimum safety distances between the appliance and the
bottom of the ventilation hood specified in the "Installation" section
must be maintained, unless the appliance's manufacturer has
indicated that a greater distance is required.
If more than one cooking appliance is used beneath the ventilation
hood, and if different minimum safety distances apply for these
appliances, you should use the greater distance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Be sur
section when mounting the ventilation hood.
When install
non-flammable material. These can be obtained from your Miele
dealer or from Miele Technical Service.
Exhaust air shou
which is otherwise in use and should not be channeled into ducting
which ventilates rooms with fuel-burning installations.
If
longer used for other purposes, be sure to comply with all applicable
regulations.
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DUCTWORK.
e to observe the information contained in the "Installation"
ing the exhaust duct, only use pipes or tubes made of
ld not be vented into a chimney or vent flue
exhaust air is to be extracted into a chimney or vent flue no
ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY METAL
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Cleaning and care
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never use a st
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
eam cleaner to clean the ventilation hood.
Accessories
Use only ge
other manufacturers are used, the warranty will become void.
nuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
mat
erial
The cardboard box and packing
erials protect the appliance during
mat
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bag
s, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children.
Danger of suffocation!
Disposal of your old appliance
Do not dispose of this appliance with
your ho
Old appliances may contain materials
that can be r
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Before discarding an old appliance
ensur
children while being stored for disposal.
Unplug it from the outlet, cut off its
power cord and remove any doors to
prevent hazards.
usehold waste.
ecycled. Please contact
e that it presents no danger to
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