Electrolux EFP129X User manual

EFP129X
EFP126X
EN User Manual | Cooker Hood

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with it decades of professional experience and innovation. Ingenious and stylish, it has
been designed with you in mind. So whenever you use it, you can be safe in the
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data
available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................ 2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................. 5
3. INSTALLATION...............................................................................................6
4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................. 6
5. DAILY USE......................................................................................................7
6. CARE AND CLEANING.................................................................................. 7
7. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................... 9
8. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS....................................................................9
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read
the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible
for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect
installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe
and accessible location for future reference.
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1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children of less than 8 years of age and
persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall
be kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it
appropriately.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when it
operates.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance
of the appliance without supervision.
1.2 General Safety
• This appliance is intended for domestic use above hobs,
cookers and similar cooking devices.
• This appliance is designed for single household domestic
use in an indoor environment.
• This appliance may be used in, offices, hotel guest rooms,
bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses and other
similar accommodation where such use does not exceed
(average) domestic usage levels.
• Before carrying out any maintenance, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
• CAUTION: Accessible parts may become hot during use
with cooking appliances.
• Use only the fixing screws supplied with the appliance if not
supplied, use the screws recommended in the installation
instructions. Install the appliance in a safe and suitable
place that meets installation requirements.
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• WARNING: Failure to install the screws or fixing device in
accordance with these instructions may result in electrical
hazards.
• Do not use adhesives to fix the appliance.
• The minimum distance between the hob surface on which
the pans stand and the lower part of the appliance shall be
at least 65 cm, unless otherwise specified in the installation
instructions for the appliance or hob.
• The discharge of air must comply with local authorities
regulations.
• Ensure good air ventilation in the room where the appliance
is installed to avoid the backflow of gases into the room
from appliances burning gas or other fuels, including open
fires.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked and
the air collected by the appliance is not conveyed into a
duct used to exhaust smoke and steam from other
appliances (central heating systems, thermosiphons, water-
heaters, etc.).
• When the appliance operates with other appliances the
maximum vacuum generated in the room should not exceed
0.04 mbar.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly
qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.
• If the cord set is damaged, it must be replaced by a special
cord set available from the manufacturer or its Authorised
Service Centre.
• If the appliance is connected directly to the power supply,
the electrical installation must be equipped with an isolating
device that allows to disconnect the appliance from the
mains at all poles. Complete disconnection must comply
with conditions specified in the overvoltage category III. The
means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed
wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
• Do not flambé under the appliance.
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• Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and
vapours.
• Clean the appliance regularly with a soft cloth to prevent the
deterioration of the surface material.
• Do not use a steam cleaner, water spray, harsh abrasive
cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the surface of the
appliance. Use only neutral detergents.
• Clean grease filters regularly (at least every 2 months) and
remove grease deposits from the appliance to prevent the
risk of fire.
• Use a cloth to clean the interior of the appliance.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
WARNING!
Risk of injury, electric shock, fire, burns
or damage to the appliance.
• Only a qualified person must install this
appliance.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied
with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety
gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Before installing the appliance remove all
the packaging, the labelling and the
protective film.
• Do not install the exhaust air into a wall
cavity, unless the cavity is designed for
that purpose.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.
• All electrical connections should be made
by a qualified electrician.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• If the symbol ( ) is not printed on the
rating plate, the appliance must be
earthed.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not let the electricity mains cable
tangle.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• If the mains socket is loose, do not
connect the mains plug.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect
the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• The shock protection of live and insulated
parts must be fastened in such a way that
it cannot be removed without tools.
• Make sure the appliance is installed
correctly. Loose and incorrect electricity
mains cable can make the terminal
become too hot.
• Connect the appliance at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is access
to the mains after the installation.
2.3 Use
WARNING!
Risk of injury, burns and electric shock.
• This appliance is for cooking purpose only.
Do not use the appliance for other
purpose.
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• Do not change the specification of this
appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet
hands or when it has contact with water.
• Use only the accessories supplied with the
appliance.
• Keep flames or heated objects away from
fats and oils during cooking and frying.
• Do not use uncovered electric grills.
• Do not use the appliance as a storage
surface.
• Do not use magnifying glasses, binoculars
or similar optical devices to look directly at
the lighting of the appliance.
• If the appliance works with other devices,
the maximum developed pressure must
not exceed 4 Pa (4x10-5 bar).
2.4 Service
• To repair the appliance contact the
Authorised Service Centre. Use original
spare parts only.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product
and spare part lamps sold separately:
These lamps are intended to withstand
extreme physical conditions in household
appliances, such as temperature,
vibration, humidity, or are intended to
signal information about the operational
status of the appliance. They are not
intended to be used in other applications
and are not suitable for household room
illumination.
2.5 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Contact your municipal authority for
information on how to dispose of the
appliance.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains
supply.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to
the appliance and dispose of it.
3. INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
3.1 Installation instructions
For complete information about the
installation of the appliance refer to a
separate installation booklet.
4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
4.1 Control panel overview
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Function Description
1Off position Turns off the appliance.
2Lamp Turns on the light.
3First speed The fan operates on first speed level.
4Second speed The fan operates on second speed level.
5Third speed The fan operates on third speed level.
5. DAILY USE
5.1 Using the hood
Check the recommended speed according to
the table below.
While heating up food, cooking with covered pots.
While cooking with covered pots on multiple cooking zones or burners, gentle frying.
While boiling and frying big quantities of food without a lid, cooking on multiple cooking zones or
burners.
It is recommended to leave the hood
operating for approximately 15 minutes
after cooking.
The control knob is retractable.
To operate the hood:
1. To use the appliance press the knob.
The knob comes out.
2. Change position of the knob to desired
function.
To only illuminate the cooking surface
change the knob position to . The
hoods light works with all fan speed
functions.
6. CARE AND CLEANING
6.1 Notes on cleaning
Cleaning Agents
Do not use abrasive detergents and brushes.
Clean the surface of the appliance with a soft cloth with warm water and a mild detergent.
After cooking some parts of appliance can get hot. To avoid stains appliance must be
cooled down and dried with clean cloth or paper towels.
Clean stains with a mild detergent.
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Keep the hood
clean
Clean the appliance and grease filters each month. Clean the interior and grease filters
carefully from fat. Fat accumulation or other residue may cause fire.
Grease filters can be washed in a dishwasher.
The dishwasher must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. The grease filter may
discolour, it has no influence on the performance of the appliance.
Charcoal filter
The time of saturation of the charcoal filter varies depending on the type of cooking and
the regularity of cleaning the grease filter. The activated charcoal filter is not washable,
cannot be regenerated and must be replaced approximately every 4/6 months of opera‐
tion, or more frequently for particularly heavy usage.
6.2 Cleaning the grease filter
Filters are mounted with the use of clips and
pins on the opposite side.
To clean the filter:
1. Press the handle of the mounting clip on
the filter panel underneath the hood (1).
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2
2. Slightly tilt the front of the filter
downwards (2), then pull.
Repeat the first two steps for all filters.
3. Clean the filters using a sponge with non
abrasive detergents or in a dishwasher.
The dishwasher must be set to a low
temperature and a short cycle. The
grease filter may discolour, it has no
influence on the performance of the
appliance.
4. To mount the filters back follow the first
two steps in reverse order.
Repeat the steps for all filters if applicable.
6.3 Replacing the charcoal filter
WARNING!
The charcoal filter is NON-washable! The
filter cannot be regenerated!
To replace the charcoal filter:
1. Remove the grease filters from the
appliance.
Refer to "Cleaning the grease filter" in this
chapter.
2. Turn the filter counterclockwise (1) and
then pull (2).
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To mount the filters back follow the steps in
reverse order.
In any case, it is necessary to replace the
filters at least every four months.
6.4 Replacing the lamp
This appliance is supplied with a LED lamp
and separate control gear (LED driver).
These parts can be replaced by a technician
only. In case of any malfunction refer to
"Service" in the "Safety Instructions" chapter.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
7.1 What to do if...
Problem Possible cause Remedy
You cannot activate the appliance. The appliance is not connected to a
power supply or it is connected in‐
correctly.
Check if the appliance is correctly
connected to the electrical supply.
You cannot activate the appliance. The fuse is blown. Make sure that the fuse is the cause
of the malfunction. If the fuse is
blown again and again, contact a
qualified electrician.
The lamp does not operate. The lamp is defective. Replace the lamp. Refer to the
"Care and Cleaning" chapter.
The appliance does not absorb
enough vapours.
The motor speed is not adequate to
the appearing vapours.
Change the speed of the motor.
8. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
Recycle materials with the symbol . Put the
packaging in relevant containers to recycle it.
Help protect the environment and human
health by recycling waste of electrical and
electronic appliances. Do not dispose of
appliances marked with the symbol with
the household waste. Return the product to
your local recycling facility or contact your
municipal office.
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