Electrolux EFG 525 User manual

INSTRUCTION BOOK
FOR ELECTROLUX
COOKER HOOD
EFG 525 and EFG 530
cod. 4329075 08 - 010911
UK

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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 epartment. For general enquiries
concerning your Electrolux appliance or for further information, visit our website at http:\\www.electrolux.co.uk
Customer Care epartment
Electrolux
55 - 77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1 Z Tel: [phone]
To register ownership, please ensure you complete and return the guarantee card supplied with the
appliance.
For the User
Important Sa ety In ormation
Your Appliance
Operating Instructions
Cooker Hood Controls
To Operate
Extraction
Recirculation
Maintenance and Cleaning
External Cleaning
Charcoal Filters
To Remove the Charcoal Filter
Synthetic Grease Filter
To Replace the Paper Grease 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
ucting
Clearance Height
Unpacking
Fixing the Cooker Hood into the Housing/Canopy
Positioning the Cooker Hood
Venting
Recirculation
Insert the Charcoal Filters
Extraction
ucting
Service Force Centres
Guide to use the instruction book
The following Symbols will be found in the text to guide you through the instruction book
Safety instructions Step by step instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
These warnings are provided in the interests o your sa ety. Ensure that you understand them all be ore
installing or using this appliance. Your sa ety is o paramount importance. I you are unsure about any o
the meanings o 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 epartment of the
Environment, the Building standards (Scotland)
(Consolidated) Regulations issued by the Scottish
evelopment epartment.
• 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.
• o not install above a cooker with a high level grill.
Child Sa ety
• 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.
• o 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 INSTRUCTIONS
The 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
The cooker hood functions are controlled by slide
switches, located centrally in the front edge of the
metal grille panel.
EFG 525
L. Light ON/OFF control
0 - Off
1 - On
V. Fan Speed Control
Position 0 - Off
Position 1 - Low
Position 2 - Normal
Position 3 - Boost
EFG 530
L. Light ON/OFF control
0 - Off
1 - On
EFG 525
EFG 530

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M. Motor ON/OFF control
0 - Off
1 - On
V. Fan Speed Control
Position 1 - Low
Position 2 - Normal
Position 3 - Boost
To Operate
Select the required functions.
The appliance can be installed to recirculate or extract
contaminated air. The cooker hood is more effective
when used in the extraction mode.
Extraction
In the extraction mode the contaminated air enters the
cooker hood, passes through the grease filter and out
through the ducting to the atmosphere.
Recirculation
In the recirculation mode contaminated air is passed
through the charcoal filters to be purified and
recirculated into the kitchen through a recirculation
grille. Ensure the charcoal filters are in position.
When the ducting mode is selected the
charcoal filters are not required.
Never do flambé cooking under this cooker
hood.
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 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
efore 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.
The external surfaces of the hood should be
cleaned regularly. Wipe the cooker hood
frequently with warm soapy water using a mild
detergent. ry thoroughly after cleaning.
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 filters absorb the odours from cooking.
They will slowly become saturated and gradually less
effective.
The charcoal filters cannot be cleaned, we
recommend they are replaced every 3-6 months or
more often if the hood is used for more than 3 hours
per day.
To Remove/Replace the Charcoal
Filters
1. Remove the lower grille, supporting the grille
with one hand and draw down on the two grey
handles (located on each side of the grille).
2. The charcoal filters are left and right handed
and should be fitted one at a time.
3. Insert one end of the filter into the slots in the
fan housing then lower the other end until the
tab engages the slot in the casing.
Synthetic Grease Filter - EFG 525
The synthetic grease filter cannot be cleaned.
It cannot be washed.
To Replace the Synthetic Grease
Filter
1. Remove the lower grille.
2. Push the wire retaining clips to the side and
remove.
3. Clean the metal grille and clips before

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replacing the paper grease filter.
The clips have sharp points, handle with care
and keep away from children.
This appliance is a possible fire hazard if the
grease and charcoal filters are not replaced as
recommended.
Metal Grease Filters - EFG 530
The metal grease filters can be machine washed in
a dishwasher, or hand washed in hot water and a
mild detergent or liquid soap.
To Remove/Replace the Metal Filters
1. Press against the metal actuator to release
the spring catch.
2. rop the front edge of the cassette down as
illustrated opposite and lift the back edge out
of the rear guide.
3. To refit insert the back edge of the cassette
into the rear guide and push up the front
edge until the spring catch engages.
This appliance is a possible fire hazard if the
grease filters are not cleaned reguarly and the
charcoal filters replaced as recommended.
Changing the Light Bulb
If a lamp fails to function at any time first check that it
is fully screwed into the holder. To tighten the lamps
turn clockwise, but ensure not to over tighten them
and break the lens.
When changing the lamps an identical replacement
must be fitted to ensure the safe working of the cooker
hood.
The replacement lamp is specified 220-240 volt 40
watt clear cylindrical shape lens with a small Edison
(E14) screw thread.
Replacement filters and lamps bulbs can be obtained
from your local Service Force Centre.

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
If, having followed these instructions carefully, your cooker hood fails to work properly please carry out
the following checks.
Symptom
The cooker hood will not start
The cooker hood is not working e ectively
The cooker hood has switched o during
operation
If after all these checks, the fault persists,
contact your local Service Force Centre,
quoting the model and serial number.
Please note that it will be necessary to
provide proof of purchase for any
in-guarantee service calls.
Solution
• Check the hood is connected to the electricity
supply.
• Make sure the switch is in the ‘ON’ position.
• The fan speed is set high enough for the task
• The grease filter is clean.
• The kitchen is adequately vented to allow the
entry of fresh air.
• If set up for recirculation, check that the
charcoal filter is still effective.
• If set up for extraction, check that the ducting
and outlets are not blocked.
• The safety cut-out device has been tripped.
• Turn off the hob and then wait for the device to
reset.
In-guarantee customers should ensure
that the above checks have been made as
the engineer will make a charge i the ault
is not a mechanical or electrical
breakdown.
If you require an engineer or spare parts
contact your local Service Force Centre by
telephoning:
08705 929929
Your telephone call will be routed to your local
Service Force Centre. The addresses are
listed in the back of the book.
For general assistance with your appliance or
for further information on Electrolux products
please contact our Customer Care epartment.
Customer Care epartment,
Electrolux
55 - 77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1 Z
Tel: [phone]*
* calls to this number may be recorded for training
purposes.

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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
We, Electrolux, undertake that if within twelve months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux built-in appliance
or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, the company will,
at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition
that:
• The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electrical supply stated on the rating plate.
• The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s
operating and maintenance instructions.
• The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
• All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by Electrolux Service Force Centre.
• Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of this company.
Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these
hours in which case a premium will be charged.
EXCLUSIONS
This Guarantee does not cover:
• amage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or
removable parts of glass or plastic.
• Costs incurred for calls to put right appliances improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United
Kingdom.
• Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of rental
agreements.
• Products of Electrolux manufacture which are not marked by Electrolux.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal rights.
ELECTROLUX EUROPEAN GUARANTEE
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home
subject to the following qualifications:
• The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country
of use for this brand or range of products.
• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
• Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a
normal household.
Be ore you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them details o
your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware o your move and able
to look a ter you and your appliances.
France Senlis ++33 (0)3 44 62 22 22
Germany Nurnberg ++49 (0)911 323 2600
Italy Pordenone ++39 (0)1678 47053
Sweden Stockholm ++46 (0)20 78 77 50
UK Slough ++44 (0)1753 219 898

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
Technical Information
DIMENSIONS HEIGHT: 196mm
WIDTH: 522mm
DEPTH: 284mm
DUCTING OUTLET: 120mm
WEIGHT GROSS: EFG 525 4,8 kg - EFG 530 4.4 kg
NET: EFG 525 5,8 kg - EFG 530 5.4 kg
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: Voltage (50Hz) 220-240V
POWER CONSUMPTION: EFG 525 210W - EFG 530 225W
FAN MOTOR: EFG 525 130W - EFG 530 145W
LAMP: 2 x 40 W 80W
SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION
ABOVE: ELECTRIC HOB: 7KW (max)
GAS HOB: 10KW (max)
SLOT-IN GAS COOKER 13.5KW (max)
SLOT-IN ELECTRIC COOKER 12.4KW (max)
Note: CE Marking certi ies that this appliance complies with the requirements
laid down in EEC directive 89:336. (Electromagnetic compatibility) and
subsequent modi ications and Low Voltage directive 72/23/E.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: DOUBLE INSULATED-DO NOT
EARTH
Electrical Requirements
Any permanent electrical installation must
comply with the latest I.E.E. Regulations and
local Electricity Board regulations. For your own
safety this should be undertaken by a qualified
electrician e.g. your local Electricity Board, or a
contractor who is on the roll of the National
Inspection Council for Electrical Installation
Contracting (NICEIC).
Electrical Connection
Before connecting to the mains supply ensure
that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate inside the cooker hood.
This appliance is fitted with a 2 core mains
cable and must be permanently connected to
the electricity supply via a double-pole switch
having 3mm minimum contact gap on each
pole. A Switched Fuse Connection Unit to
BS.1363 Part 4, fitted with a 3 A fuse is a
recommended mains supply connection
accessory to ensure compliance with the Safety
Requirements applicable to fixed wiring
instructions.
This appliance conforms to BS.800: 1988 and
EEC irective No. 78 308 regarding
suppression of radio and television
interference.

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INSTALLING THE COOKER HOOD
Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed it is easily accessible to an
engineer in the event o a breakdown.
All installations must comply with the local
authorities requirements for the discharge of
exhaust air.
Incorrect installation may affect the safety of
this cooker hood.
Installation Requirements
efore fitting the hood beneath any type of
canopy or wall cabinet, ensure that the housing
is firmly fixed to the wall in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
If it is necessary to fix the housing for the canopy to a
hollow construction plaster or partition board structure
then it should be sufficiently reinforced to be quite rigid
in the area of the cabinet housing fixings.
Ducting
The ducting must be fire retardant 125mm (5ins)
in diameter and the length should be no more than:
3 metres with one 90° bend
2 metres with two 90° bends
Bends of more than 90° will reduce the
efficiency of the hood and reduce the airflow.
Clearance Height
The cooker hood is designed to be fitted over a
cooking appliance at the clearance heights stated,
providing the maximum output of the appliance
beneath does not exceed the maximums quoted in the
Technical Specifications.
If the output of the appliance below the cooker hood
exceeds the maximum outputs quoted, please refer to
the cooker manufacturer’s installation instructions.
Clearance Height
A minimum clearance height of 650mm (25 1/2 ”) is
required when installed above a built-in electric hob, or
700mm (27 1/2 ”) when installed above a built-in gas
hob.
A minimum clearance height of 685mm (27”) is
required when installed above a slot-in electric cooker,
or 787mm (30 1/2 ”) when installed above a slot-in gas
cooker.

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A: Built-in Electric Hob: 650mm minimum clearance
B: Built-in Gas hob: 700mm minimum clearance
C: Slot-in Electric Cooker: 685mm minimum clearance
: Slot-in Gas Cooker: 787mm minimum clearance
Hob
When installed between adjoining wall cabinets, the
wall cabinets must not overhang the hob and the
distance between the underside of the cabinet and the
worktop must be 450mm. If the height of the wall
cabinet is less than 450mm, a gap of 50mm must be
maintained either side of the hob.
This cooker hood must not be installed above a
cooking appliance with a high level grill.
Unpacking
The fittings supplied to install this cooker hood can be
found with the instruction book inside the packaging:
120 - 125 mm ducting collar
Fitting the Cooker Hood into the
Housing/Canopy
The hood is fixed to the housing using the screw holes
located around the base of the casing. Access to the
screw holes will require the removal of the metal grille
panel.
Positioning the Cooker Hood
Measure the underside of the canopy or kitchen
cabinet to mark the position for the cut-out. The cut-
out measurement should be:
- 497mm (19 5/8”) wide
- 259mm (10 1/4”) deep
Check the position o the hole is correct with the
measurements above be ore making the cut-out.
The hood is fixed using the holes located in the rim
around the base of the casing visible when the inlet
grille is in the open position.
Support the grille panel with one hand and draw down
on the two grey handles (A) which are located on each
side of the grille with the other hand.
Raise the hood into the cut out and mark the positions
for the fixing screws. Pilot drill the fixing holes and fit
the hood.
Venting
The hood is more effective when used in the
extraction mode (ducted to the outside). Venting kits
maybe purchased through your retailer or IY store,
and must be ducted to an outside vent of 125mm (5”)
minimum.
The ducting used must be manufactured from
fire retardant material.
When the hood is ducted externally the charcoal filters
must be removed.

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Recirculation
If you are using the hood for recirculating, ensure the
charcoal filters are in position following the instructions
below.
Inserting the Charcoal Filters
1. Remove the grille panel, support the grille with
one hand and draw down on the two grey
handles (located at each side of the grille).
2. The charcoal filters are handed and should be
fitted one at a time.
3. Insert one end of the filter into the slots in the
fan housing, then lower the other and until the
tab engages the slot in the casing.
Extraction
The charcoal filters are not required in this mode and
should be removed. To do this reverse the procedure
described in Inserting the ‘Charcoal Filters’.
Ducting
The ducting used must be fire retardant 125mm (5”) in
diameter. If possible duct through the wall at the rear
of the canopy or wall cabinet. For the best performan-
ce use the shortest possible duct run and the minimum
number of bends. Where flexible ducting is fitted it
should not be turned through very tight bends as this
may impair the performance of the hood. It is
recommended a maximum length of 3m, to be
installed, to be reduced 1m for each 90° bend installed
in the ducting run. If the distance is greater than 3m
the efficiency of the hood could be impaired.
A ducting collar of 120-125 mm (5”) is supplied for
attaching to ducting if you are using the appliance in
the extraction mode.
If the room where the cooker 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 cooker hood ducting (extraction version)
must never be connected to central heating
flues, radiators or water heaters etc.

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