Elba PLANET Series User manual

PLANET Series Range Hood
Installation Guide
Operation Manual

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
USE
This range hood has been designed for domestic household use only to
eliminate smoke and odor.
Commercial usage for café’s, restaurants, and other similar establishments
will void the warranty of this product.
Never use the range hood for purposes other than extracting kitchen smoke
and odor.
Never leave high open flames under the hood when it is in operation.
This range hood is not a toy. Please keep children and other unauthorized
persons not instructed to use the hood away from the appliance.
INSTALLATION
The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damages resulting from
incorrect or improper installation.
Installation must be carried out by a qualified and authorized ELBA Service
Technician.
The minimum safety distance between the cooktop and the range hood is
650 millimeters (mm).
Check that the electrical supply from the outlet to which it is to be plugged in
is matching with the requirements of the hood, as indicated by the product
label on the range hood.
The exhaust pipe should have a minimum diameter of 150 millimeters (mm)
MAINTENTANCE
Switch off and unplug the appliance from the main power supply before
carrying out any maintenance work. (When disconnecting the appliance, do
not pull on the cord as it might cause a short circuit. Instead, hold the plug
and apply pressure on it when pulling from the wall socket.)
Clean the hood using a damp cloth and a neutral liquid detergent.
Clean and/or replace the filters after the specified time period.
There is risk of fire if cleaning is not carried out in accordance with the
guidelines and instructions as highlighted in the section“CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE”.
LIABILITY
The Manufacturer will not be held liable for any damages incurred as a
result of the improper installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.

INSTALLATION
Important Notes:
The hood should be placed at a distance of
65-75cm from the cooking surface for
maximum performance.
The exhaust pipe should have a minimum
diameter of 150 millimeters (mm)
Try to avoid too many corner bends when
installing the exhaust pipe in order to ease
airflow and noise.
Install the bracket on a hard and sturdy surface (with bracing if possible).
Make sure that the surface screws are long enough to bite into the wall and
tightened with enough torque.
Make sure that the range hood is aligned properly, not tilted in either a
sideward or front/backward direction.

Models Without Glass Components:
1. Fix the lower/outer chimney bracket on to the wall by drilling two (2) holes
with the corresponding size of the screws provided as seen in pic 2.
Note that this will be where the range hood is also mounted.
2. Measure the height desired for the chimney extension portion (upper/inner
chimney) and affix the bracket once finished as seen in pic 2.
3. Make sure that the exhaust pipe can fits properly within the outer and inner
chimney sections.
4. Attach the range hood onto the hooks that are attached to the lower bracket.
Make sure that these are hooked on properly before letting go of the item as
seen in pic 4.
5. Fix the body with additional reinforcement / safety screws for additional
support as seen in pic 5.
*Note that the two additional holes for the safety screws are positioned at
the back of the casing with a diameter of 6mm.

Models With Glass Components
1. Fix the lower/outer chimney bracket on to the wall by drilling two (2) holes
with the corresponding size of the screws provided as seen in pic 2.
Note that this will be where the range hood is also mounted.
2. Measure the height desired for the chimney extension portion (upper/inner
chimney) and affix the bracket once finished as seen in pic 2.
3. Make sure that the exhaust pipe can fits properly within the outer and inner
chimney sections.
4. Attach the range hood onto the hooks that are attached to the lower bracket.
Make sure that these are hooked on properly before letting go of the item as
seen in pic 3.
5. Affix the glass according onto the body of the range hood by using the
supplied screws as seen in pic 4.
6. Fix the body with additional reinforcement / safety screws for additional
support as seen in pic 5.
*Note that the two additional holes for the safety screws are positioned at
the back of the casing with a diameter of 6mm.

OPERATION
Controls
The switch is operated as illustrated.
“0”, press to turn off
“low”, press to activate speed setting 1
“middle” press to activate speed setting 2
“high”, press to activate speed setting 3
“light”, press to turn on, depress to turn off
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Aluminum Filters
This unit comes equipped with removable
aluminum filters that are to be cleaned on a
regular basis in order to maintain the
performance and longevity of the hood.
Instruction: To remove the filters, press the clip
located at the front, pull down the filters, and
release the clip.
Cleaning the Filters
1. Prepare a large basin with 40-60 degrees Celsius of warm water and
add a mild detergent to mix with the water.
Note: DO NOT use any corrosive detergent when cleaning.
2. Soak the aluminium filters for two (2) to five (5) minutes in the basin to
loosen the build-up of oil and grease.
3. Use a soft brush with fine bristles to gently scrub the aluminium filters.
Apply moderate strength, so as not to damage the filter.
4. Allow the filter to air dry until it is completely free from any moisture.
Recommendation: Clean the filters at least once every month for regular
usage, or more frequently for heavy usage. Visually inspect the filter for trapped
oil and grease on a regular basis in order to maximize the performance of the
hood.
Warranty Exemption: The aluminium filters are a consumable item and are
not covered by the warranty of this item. Any defects caused by the negligence
in cleaning the filters will also void the warranty of the hood.

LED Lights
This unit comes equipped with energy efficient LED bulbs.
Instruction:Please call the service centre for the replacement of the LED bulb
modules. It is suggested that you do not try to replace this yourself, as it might
cause electrical shock.
Warranty Exemption: The incandescent bulbs are a consumable item and are
not covered by the warranty of this item.
Cleaning the Body Casing
Do not use harsh / aggressive chemicals and rough sponges that can damage
the material finish of the range hood.
1. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the body casing to remove dust particles.
2. After which, use a drycloth wipe down any excessive moisture left by the
damp cloth.
3. You may use a dedicated stainless steel cleaner (for stainless steel
finishes) to finish off the cleaning process.