Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix 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 Tricity Bendix Products, please contact our Customer Care Department.
Customer Care Department
Tricity Bendix
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire Tel: 08705 950950
SL1 1DZ Fax: 01753 538972
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
The Controls
To Operate
Extraction
Recirculation
Maintenance and Cleaning
External Cleaning
Synthetic Paper Grease Filter
To Replace the Synthetic Paper Grease Filter
Charcoal Filters (Optional Extra)
To Remove/Replace the Charcoal Filter
Changing the Light Bulb
Something Not Working
Service and Spare Parts
Guarantee Conditions
For the Installer
Installation Instructions
Technical Information
Electrical Connections
Electrical Requirements
Electrical Connection
Installing the Cooker Hood
Installation Requirements
Ducting
Clearance Height
Unpacking
Wall Fitting
Venting
To Fit the Ducting
Recirculation
Fitting the Cooker Hood to the Wall
Service Force Centres
To register ownership, please ensure you
complete and return the guarantee card supplied
with the appliance.
Guide to use the instruction book
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Safety instructions 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.
• 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
Tricity Bendix Service Centre. Always insist on
genuine spare parts.
• 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.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This cooker hood is designed to extract
unpleasant odours from the kitchen,
it will not extract steam.
YOUR APPLIANCE
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.
The cooker hood controls are located on
the right hand side, in the front fascia
panel.
The Controls
Fan ON/OFF/Speed Control
Position 0 - Off
Position 1 - Low
Position 2 - Normal
Position 3 - Boost
Light ON/OFF control
0 - Off
1 - On
To Operate
Select the required fan speed and light if
required.
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Extraction
The contaminated air enters the hood passing
through the grease filter and out through the
ducting into the atmosphere.
Recirculation
In the recirculation mode contaminated air is
passed through the charcoal filter (optional
extra) to be purified and recirculated into the
kitchen through a recirculation grille.
When the ducting position 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 overheated fats and oils might 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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