Miele DA 399-5, DA 398-5 User Manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions

Ventilation System
DA 398-5
DA 399-5

To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions

before

installation or use.

en-US

M.-Nr. 07 759 400

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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Guide to the Ventilation System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Functional description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Turning on the fan s ...............................................11

Selecting the power level - / + .......................................11

Overhead lighting I ...............................................12

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Cleaning the casing................................................13

Grease filters .....................................................14

Active charcoal filter ...............................................15

Changing the light bulb .............................................16

After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Appliance dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Plywood backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Installation instructions .............................................27

Protective film ....................................................27

Dismantling ......................................................27

Installation materials ...............................................28

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Air extraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

,WARNING

READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future
user.

Read these instructions carefully
before installing or using the
Ventilation System.

This appliance is intended for

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residential use only. Use the appliance
only for its intended purpose.

This appliance complies with current

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safety requirements. Improper use of
the appliance can lead to personal
injury and material damage.

,CAUTION
For General Ventilating Use
Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust
Hazardous Or Explosive
Materials And Vapors.

This appliance is designed to vent

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cooking smoke and odors only.

This appliance is suitable for

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installation above gas or electric
cooking surfaces.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Use this appliance only in the

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manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact Miele.

b) Before servicing or cleaning the

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appliance, switch power off at the
service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to 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.

c) Be certain your appliance is

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properly installed and grounded by a
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.

This appliance is not intended for

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outdoor use.

This appliance must not be used in

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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

d) Before connecting the appliance

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to the power supply make sure that the
voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply.
This data must correspond to prevent
appliance damage. If in doubt consult a
qualified electrician.

e) Installation work and repairs

~

should only be performed by a qualified
technician in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous.

f) Only open the housing as

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described in the enclosed "Installation
diagram" 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.

g) Before discarding an old

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appliance, disconnect it from the power
supply and remove the power cord to
prevent hazards.

Use

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:

a) Never leave surface units

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

b) Always turn the hood on when

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cooking at a high heat.

c) Clean the ventilation hood

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frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on the fan or
filter.

d) Use the proper pan size. Always

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use cookware appropriate for the size
of the cooking area.

e) Do not flambé or grill with an

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open flame beneath the hood.
Flames could be drawn up into the
hood by the suction and the grease
filters may catch fire.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

,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

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PAN - You may be burned.

c) DO NOT USE WATER, including

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wet dishcloths or towels - a violent
steam explosion will result.

d) Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:

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

*

:

Do not allow children to play with or

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operate the appliance or its controls.
Supervise its use by the elderly or
infirm.

Always turn on the hood when using

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the cooktop to prevent damage from
condensation.

Never operate gas burners without

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cookware. Turn the burner off when not
in use. Adjust the burner so that the
flames do not extend beneath the
cookware. Do not overheat the
cookware, e.g. when using a wok. The
hood can be damaged due to
excessive heat from the burners and
the cookware.

Do not use the hood without the

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grease filters in place.

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean

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the hood. Steam could penetrate
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.

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 NAFTA

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

,WARNING
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 qualified
person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.

b) Sufficient air is needed for

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combustion and exhausting of gases
through the flue (chimney of fuel
burning equipment to 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

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wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.

g) Do not install this hood over

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cooktops that burn solid fuel.

h) Provided a larger distance is not

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given by the manufacturer of the
cooktop, follow the minimum safety
distances between a cooktop and the
bottom of the hood given in the
"Appliance dimensions" section of this
manual.

If local building codes require a greater
safety distance, follow their
requirement.

If there is more than one appliance
beneath the hood and they have
different minimum safety distances
always select the greater distance.

i) Never connect an exhaust hood to

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an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue,
or room ventilating ductwork.

j) Seek professional advice before

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connecting an exhaust hood vent to an
existing, inactive chimney or vent flue.

k) Any fittings, sealant, or materials

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used to install the ductwork must be
made of approved non-flammable
materials.

d) Ducted hoods must always be

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vented to the outdoors.

e) Do not use this hood with any

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solid-state speed control device.

f) Do not use an extension cord to

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connect the appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance,
(e.g. danger of overheating).

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE USE ONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.

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Guide to the Ventilation System

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a Telescopic extension piece

b Chimney

c Canopy

d Control panel

e Grease filter

f Recirculation vent

(recirculation mode only)

g Overhead lighting

h Charcoal filter

(optional accessory for recirculation
mode)

i On/Off button

j Fan power selection

k On/Off button for the overhead

lighing

Guide to the Ventilation System

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Functional description

The hood offers two modes of
operation:

Air extraction

The air is drawn in and cleaned by the
grease filters and directed outside.

The hood comes equipped with a
non-return flap. This flap automatically
closes when the hood is turned off so
that no exchange of outside air and
room air can occur. When the hood is
turned on, the air pressure of the
exhaust fan automatically opens the
flap blowing the inside air and cooking
odors outside.

Recirculation mode

Air is drawn through the grease filters
and an active charcoal filter. The
filtered air is then recirculated back into
the kitchen through a vent at the top of
the hood’s chimney.

The recirculation mode requires an
install kit and charcoal filter which are
optional accessories.

Before using the hood in
recirculation mode, ensure that the
active charcoal filter is in place, see
"Cleaning and care".

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Operation

Turning on the fan s

Press the On/Off button s.

^

The fan turns on to Level "II".

Selecting the power level - / +

Press the "–" symbol to select a lower

^

power level or the "+" symbol for a
higher power level.

Depending on the amount of cooking
odors, levels 1 to 3 are usually sufficient
for normal cooking.

Intensive setting

Level "4" should only be used for short
periods of time when frying or cooking
food with a strong aroma.

Automatically switching back the
intensive power level

The intensive level can be programmed
to automatically switch back to level 3
after 10 minutes.

Turn the fan and the overhead

^

lighting off.

Press and hold the - and + buttons

^

for approx. 10 seconds until power
level indicator 1 lights up.

Then press the following buttons one

^

after another :

– light I,

– the "–" button, and

– the light button I again.

If the indicators 1 and 4 flash, the
automatic switch back is not activated.

^ To activate the automatic switch

back, press the "+" button.
The power level indicators 1 and 4
light continuously.
To deactivate, press the "–" button.

^

Press the On/Off s button to confirm
the setting.

If the procedure is not stored within 4
minutes, the hood will automatically
default to the original setting

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Operation

Turning off the fan s

Press the On/Off button to turn the

^

fan off K.

The K indicator goes out.

Overhead lighting I

The overhead lighting can be turned on
and off independently of the fan.

Press the light button I briefly to

^

turn on the lighting.

Automatic Safety Shut-Off

The fan will turn automatically off 10
hours of use. The lighting however will
remain on.

^ Press the On/Off button K to turn the

fan back on again.

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Cleaning and Care

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

Before cleaning or servicing the
hood, disconnect it from the power
supply, see "Important Safety
Instructions".

The halogen bulbs are very hot

,

when in use. They stay hot for some
time after turned off. Use caution,
danger of burns.
Wet cleaning the hot bulbs will
cause damage.
Wait a few minutes after turning
them off before cleaning.

Cleaning the casing

Never use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic
(oven) cleaners on the hood. They
will damage the surface.

Avoid:

cleaning agents containing soda,

–

acids or chlorides,

abrasive cleaning agents

–

e.g. powder or cream cleansers,

abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers or

–

sponges which have been previously
used with abrasive cleaning agents.

These will damage the surface.

The following instructions for cleaning
"Stainless steel" surfaces and "Stainless
steel colored controls" should be
followed in addition to the general
"Cleaning the casing" instructions.

Special instructions for stainless steel
surfaces (not applicable to the controls)

Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned
using a non-abrasive stainless steel
cleaner.

To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner
for stainless steel can be applied.

Special instructions for colored
casings (Special order)

^

All external surfaces and controls can
be cleaned with a mild solution of
warm water and liquid dish soap
applied with a soft sponge.

Do not use too much water when
cleaning the controls. Water could
penetrate the electronics and cause
damage.

^

Wipe dry using a soft cloth.

It is very difficult to clean this type of
surface without causing minor marks to
the surface material. This can become
particularly noticeable with darker
colors and if there is halogen lighting in
the kitchen.

Stainless steel colored controls

These controls may become dis
colored or damaged if not cleaned
regularly. Do not use a stainless
steel cleaner on these controls.

-

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Cleaning and Care

Grease filters

The reusable metal grease filters in the
hood remove solid particles from the
vented kitchen air (grease, dust, etc)
and prevent soiling of the ventilation
system.

The grease filters should be cleaned
every3-4weeks.

A dirty filter is a fire hazard.

,

^ To remove the grease filter pull the

locking clips forward, lower the filter
down 45°, unhook it at the rear, and
take it out.

Support the grease filter so that it
does not fall and damage the
cooktop.

Cleaning the grease filter

By hand: use a scrub brush with a

^

solution of warm water and mild
detergent.
Do not use the pure detergent,
aggressive all purpose cleaners,
oven sprays, abrasive cleaning
agents or limescale removers. They
could destroy the filter.

In a dishwasher: place the filter

^

vertically in the lower basket, making
sure that the spray arm is not
blocked.
Use a wash program with a max.
temperature of 150°F (65°C). In a
Miele dishwasher use the "Normal"
program.
Use the recommended amount of
dishwasher detergent. Overuse could
destroy the filter.

Depending on the detergent,
cleaning the grease filter in a
dishwasher may cause permanent
discoloration of the filter surface.
Performance of the filter will not be
affected by this discoloration.

^

After cleaning, the filter can be
placed on a towel to air dry.

^

While the filters are removed, clean
any dirt or grease from the filter
casing.

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Cleaning and Care

When putting the grease filters back
make sure that the locking clips are
visibly facing the cooking surface

If the filters are incorrectly installed,

^

insert a small screwdriver into the slit
along its edge to disengage it from
the casing.

Active charcoal filter

In recirculation mode an active
charcoal filter must be used in addition
to the grease filters. It is designed to
absorb cooking odors.
The active charcoal filter will be
replaced in the canopy above the
grease filters.

Replacement active charcoal filters
can be ordered from Miele.

To install or replace the charcoal

^

filter, the grease filters must first be
removed as described in the
previous section.

^ Remove the charcoal filter from the

packaging.

^

Slide the charcoal filter into the rear
of the filter frame, then raise the front
up and push it into the frame.

^

Replace the grease filters.

Replace the active charcoal filter at
least every 6 months or when they no
longer absorb odors efficiently.

^

Used charcoal filters may be
discarded in household trash.

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Cleaning and Care

Changing the light bulb

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

Before changing the light bulbs,
disconnect the hood from the power
supply, see "Important Safety
Instructions".

When in use halogen bulbs become
extremely hot, use caution. Do not
attempt to change the bulbs until
they have had sufficient time to cool.

Do not touch the bulb surface.
Fingerprints or body oils deposited
on the bulb will decrease its life.
Follow the bulb manufacturer’s
instructions.

Remove the grease filters.

^

Turn the knurled screw

^

counterclockwise. The halogen lamp
will swivel down.

^

Turn the bulb counterclockwise and
pull it out of its socket.

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Use the same bulb type as a
replacement: GU/GZ10, 120V, 50W.

^

Replace the bulb with a new one in
the reverse order.

^

Replace the grease filters.

After Sales Service

Repairs

In the event of a fault which you cannot
easily fix yourself, please contact the
Miele Technical Service Department.

When contacting the Technical

^

Service Department, please quote
the model and serial number of your
appliance.

These are shown on the data plate
which is visible when the grease filters
are removed.

MieleCare

(USA only)

MieleCare, our Extended Service
Contract program, gives you the
assurance of knowing that your
appliance investment is covered by
5 years of worry free ownership.
MieleCare is the only Extended Service
Contract in the industry that guarantees
repairs by a Miele Authorized Service
Provider using genuine Miele parts.
Only genuine Miele parts installed by
factory trained professionals can
guarantee the safety, reliability, and
longevity of your Miele appliance.

Please note that unless expressly
approved in writing by Miele’s Service
department, Extended Service
Contracts offered by other providers for
Miele products will not be recognized
by Miele. Our goal is to prevent
unauthorized (and untrained) service
personnel from working on your Miele
products, possibly doing further
damage to them, you and/or your
home.

To learn more about MieleCare
Extended Service Contracts, please
contact your appliance dealer or visit
us online at:

http://mieleusa.com/mielecare

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Installation Instructions

Read these instructions and the "Important Safety Instructions" before installing
this ventilation system.

The installation steps are described in the enclosed "Installation Diagram".

Leave these instructions with the appliance for the consumer/user.

Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most
current product specification, technical & warranty information.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of packing material

The cardboard box and packing
materials protect the appliance during
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Please recycle.

DANGER

,

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc., are disposed of safely
and kept out of the reach of babies
and young children. Danger of
suffocation!

Disposal of an old appliance

Old appliances may contain materials
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling center about the
possibility of recycling these materials.

Before discarding an old appliance,
disconnect it from the electrical
supply and cut off the power cord to
prevent it from becoming a hazard.

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Appliance dimensions

Drawing is not to scale.

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a Ar extraction mode

b Recirculation mode

c Recirculation vent positioned at the

top (recirculation mode only)

d, e Installation area;
For recirculation mode only d.
Wall/ceiling area respectively for vent
hole and outlet installation.
For recirculation mode only the outlet
installation is required.

Connection for air extraction mode

6" (150 mm), with reducing collar
5" (125 mm).

Appliance dimensions

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Appliance dimensions

Distance between cooktop and hood (S)

Do not install this exhaust hood over cooktops burning solid fuel.

Provided a larger distance is not given by the manufacturer of the cooktop, follow
the minimum safety distances between a cooktop and the bottom of the hood:

Miele Cooktops Non-Miele

Cooktops

Electric Cooktops 24" (610 mm)

Electric Barbeques and Fryers 26" (660 mm)

Multiburner Gas cooktops
<

43,000 BTU (12.6 KW)

and no burner > 15,000 BTU (4.5 KW)

26" (660 mm) 30" (760 mm)

Single burner (Wok) <

All other gas cooktops 30" (760 mm)

– If several gas surfaces are installed under the hood, the total output must be

considered when determining the minimum safety distance.

– Be sure to follow the minimum safety distances given by the gas cooktop

manufacturer to easily flammable materials e.g. upper cabinets.

–

If local building codes require a greater safety distance, follow their requirement.

–

If there is more than one appliance beneath the hood and they have different
minimum safety distances always select the greater distance.

See "Important Safety Instructions" for further information.

–

To ensure free access to work under the ventilation hood, a distance of a
minimum of 26" (660 mm) above the electric cooktop is also recommended.

–

Take the user's body height into consideration when selecting the installation
height. Adequate work space at the cooktop and optimal operation of the
ventilation system should be ensured.

–

However, the greater the distance from the cooktop, the less effectively cooking
odors are drawn in.

–

If the top of the hoods telescopic extension piece will be mounted flush to the
ceiling, regard the possible unit height when selecting the installation height.

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20,500 BTU (6 KW) 26" (660 mm) 30" (760 mm)

Drilling diagram

Appliance dimensions

To prepare a backing plate, the
spacings for the 5 mm screws need to
be drilled as shown.

* The dimension between the ceiling
and the middle bracket may vary
depending on the position of the vent
cut-out and the power socket. It should
be installed as low as possible.

If the ventilation hood will be mounted
directly to the wall, follow the additional
instructions given in the included
"Installation diagram".

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Plywood backing

The majority of the weight of the
installed ventilation system will be
supported by the lower retaining
plate. It must be firmly attached to
the stud framing behind the drywall.
If studs are not available in the
required locations, a plywood
backing (min. ½" (13 mm) thick)
spanning at least two studs must be
installed. Failure to adequately
support the weight as stated may
result in the ventilation system falling
off the wall, causing personal injury
and property damage.

(If plywood backing is not needed,
proceed to the included "Installation
diagram".)

To install a plywood backing

Find the studs to the left and right of

^

the mounting location by tapping the
wall or using a stud finder.

Mark a vertical cutting line along the

^

center of each stud.

CAUTION

,

When cutting or drilling into the wall
or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.

Remove the drywall between the

^

cutting lines and replace it with
plywood of a matching thickness
(min. ½" (13 mm) thick). Tape the
joints and refinish the wall.

^ Proceed to the enclosed "Installation

diagram" to complete the installation.

^

Determine and mark the location of
the retaining plate for the canopy as
outlined on the "Installation diagram".

^

Make a cutting line 3" (76 mm) above
and 3" (76 mm) below the outline of
the retaining plate.

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Before installation read the
information in the "Dimensions" and
"Important Safety Instruction"
chapters.
Under certain conditions, there is a
danger of poisonous fumes by when
the ventilation system and a furnace
drawing interior air run at the same
time.

Installation instructions

The individual installation steps are
described in the included Installation
diagram.

Protective film

(stainless steel units)

The casing is covered with a protective
film to prevent scratching during
transport.

^ Please peel off the film before

installing the casing parts. It can be
removed without tools.

Installation

Dismantling

If the hood needs to be disassembled,
follow the instructions on the
"Installation diagram" in the reverse
order.

A lever is enclosed for easier removal
of the chimney extension.

^ After removing the two screws from

the chimney, slide the lever between
the chimney and the chimney
extension and gently apply pressure
to ease the chimney from its hooks.

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Installation

Installation materials

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a 3 protective shields

to prevent scratches to the chimney
during installation.

b 1 vent collar

for use with 6" (150 mm) exhaust
ducting.

c 1 reducing collar

for use with 5" (125 mm) exhaust
ducting.

d Upper wall bracket

for securing the telescopic extension
piece

e Middle wall bracket

for securing the telescopic extension
piece

f Lower wall bracket

for securing the ventilation system

g Installation kit for recirculation

mode

contains diverter, hose and hose
clips (optional accessory).

Installation

6 Screws5x40mm

(S8 wall anchors included in the
packaging are not for use in USA / CDN)

The screws and wall anchors are
suitable for solid brick walls.
For other wall constructions, use
appropriate materials.
Ensure that the wall can support the
weight.

2 M 6 locking nuts

for securing the motor assembly.

2 Screws 3.9 x 7.5 mm

for securing the chimney.

1 Lever

for dismantling the chimney.

Installation instructions

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Electrical connection

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

All electrical work should be
performed by a qualified electrician
in strict accordance with national
regulations (for USA: ANSI-NFPA 70)
and local safety regulations.
Installation, repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous.
Ensure that power to the appliance
is off while installation or repair work
is performed.

^ Verify that the voltage, load and

circuit rating information found on the
data plate (located behind the
grease filters), match the household
electrical supply before installing the
hood.

^

Use only with ventilation hood
cord-connection kits that have been
investigated and found acceptable
for use with this model hood.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least
resistance. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.

WARNING - Improper grounding can
result in a risk of electric shock.

If there is any doubt, have the electrical
system of the house checked by a
qualified electrician.

Do not use an extension cord. If the
power supply cord is too short, have a
qualified electrician install an outlet
near the appliance.

Important

The hood comes equipped witha4ft
(1.2 m) power cord with a NEMA 5-15
molded plug for connection to a 120 V,
60 Hz, 15 A power outlet.

If there is any question concerning the
electrical connection of this appliance
to your power supply, please consult a
licensed electrician or contact Miele’s
Technical Service Department.

U 1-800-999-1360
V 1-800-565-6435

WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
GROUNDED

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WARNING

,

Danger of toxic fumes.

Air extraction

Exhaust ducting and connections

Use smooth or flexible pipework made
from approved non-flammable
materials for exhaust ducting.

Gas cooking appliances release
carbon monoxide that can be
harmful or fatal if inhaled.
To reduce the risk of fire and to
properly exhaust air, the exhaust
gases extracted by the hood
should be vented outside of the
building only.

Do not vent exhaust air into
spaces within walls or ceilings or
in attics, crawl spaces or garages.

To reduce the risk of fire, only use
metal ductwork.

Please read and follow the

"IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" to reduce the risk of

personal injury. Follow all local building
codes when installing the hood.

To achieve the most efficient air
extraction and quietest noise levels,
consider the following:

The diameter of the ductwork should

–

not be less than 6" (150 mm).

If flat ducting is used, the cross

–

section must not be smaller than the
cross section of the ventilation
exhaust.

– The ducting should be as short and

straight as possible.

– Use ductwork with a wide radius.

– The exhaust duct must not be bent

or compressed.

– Make sure all connections are

secure.

– Where the ductwork is horizontal, it

must slope away from the hood at

1

least

/8" per foot (1 cm per meter) to
prevent condensation dripping into
the appliance.

–

If the exhaust is ducted through an
outside wall, a Telescopic Wall Vent
can be used.

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Air extraction

If the exhaust is ducted into an

–

inactive flue, the air must be expelled
parallel to the flow direction of the
flue.

Never connect an exhaust hood to
an active chimney, dryer vent, flue,
or room venting ductwork. Seek
professional advice before
connecting an exhaust hood vent to
an existing, inactive chimney or vent
flue.

Important

If the ductwork runs through rooms,
ceilings, garages, etc. where
temperature variations exist, it may
need to be insulated to reduce
condensation.

Condensate trap

optional accessory

In some cases, a condensate trap may
also be required to collect and
evaporate any condensate which may
occur. This optional accessory is
available for ducts 5" (125 mm) and 6"
(150 mm) in diameter.

When installing a condensate trap,
ensure that it is positioned vertically
and if possible directly above the
exhaust outlet.

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Total connected load..........450W

fan motor ..................350W

lighting ..................2x50W

Power supply voltage ......... 120V

Frequency ..................60Hz

Circuit rating..................15A

Weight

DA 398-5 ..........55.2 lbs (25.1 kg)

DA 399-5 .........57.4 lbs (26.1 kg)

Technical data

333435

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