FAL FAL-90-2245SG User manual

Cooker hood
Instruction manual
Model No.:
FAL-60-55RDS / FAL-90-55RDS
FAL-60-55SLS / FAL-90-55SLS
FAL-60-52S / FAL-90-52S
FAL-60-22S / FAL-90-22S
FAL-90-51SG / FAL-90-30SG
FAL-60-38SG / FAL-90-38SG
FAL-90-2245SG

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Please be careful when removing and installing the Island installation Brackets and Stainless
Steel chimneys. The Stain Less steel chimneys contains sharp edges and can possibly lead to
cuts.
Generally asked Questions and Answers:
1. Q: My extractor fan is not extracting
A: before logging a service call please ensure the installation on your extractor fans was done
properly to avoid a service call out fee charge. Herewith a list of commonly found mistakes on
everyday installations:
* Installer did not remove the tape on the butterfly valve. (Q: 13).
*Installer did not secure the power cord inside the chimney. (Q: 13).
*Your ducting hose is exceeding the recommended maximum length. (Q: 13).
*Your unit is not at the recommended height. (Q: 3).
*Your unit is installed above the wrong application. (Q: 2).
R 450.00 Service fee will apply when we log a service call and any of the points above apply.
2. Q: Can I use the extractor fan above my gas braai?
A: NO. Please note that this unit was designed for the intended purpose of domestic kitchens
only and cannot be used as a commercial extractor fan. Commercial usage includes but is not
limited to: Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Soup Kitchens, Tuck shops, Food trailers, Gas braai’s
inside or outside your property, any other form of braai and any kitchen that is used for
commercial purposes. Using the extractor you purchased on any commercial application
poses a serious fire risk and will result in immediate void of your warranty.
3. Q: What is the correct installation height?
A: The recommended installation height is 750mm above gas and 650mm above electrical.
On either application it is recommended that your installation height does not exceed 750mm
to ensure the best results.
Q: Do I require a recirculation kit?
A: No. The extractor was designed to be used on both applications; External and Re-
circulation air operation and no additional kit are required.
4. Q: What is the difference between External and Re-circulation air operation?
A: Re- circulation; All wall mount units are supplied with aluminium and charcoal filters. For
Re-circulation mode you will simply install the unit. The air will filtrate through both sets of
filters, you’re outside aluminium filters and you’re inside charcoal filters. The air discharged
from your extractor is then clean and crease free and cannot cause any damage. There are
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two options when using your extractor on Re-circulation. 1 –Let the filtrated air escape
through the vents on top of your top chimney or you can use the extendable ducting house to
vent the air into your ceiling. Activated charcoal in the charcoal filters removes odour and
smoke particles from the air before releasing the cleaned air back into the kitchen.
External: The only difference between Re-circulation mode and external mode is that on
external mode you are venting the air to the outside of your property using a ducting hose.
This means the clean filtrated air will not be discharged into your kitchen or ceiling but to the
outside. The unit is supplied with an extendable ducting hose. When venting your air
outwards the charcoal filters can be removed to improve the suction rate. Removing the
charcoal filters on re-circulation mode is not recommended.
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Please note that the wall fitting that fits into your wall when venting your air outwards
is not supplied with the extractor and can be purchased locally.
5. Q: How does an Extractor Fan work?
A: Extractor fans are designed to remove airborne grease, steam, heat smoke and odours
from cooking by extracting and filtration of the air in your kitchen and above your cooking
surface.
6. Q: Are my downlights/bulbs covered under the guarantee period?
A: NO. Downlights, bulbs, aluminium and Charcoal filters and are not covered under the
guarantee period. For the full list of terms and condition of the guarantee period please read
the warranty certificate supplied inside the box or in your manual. You can also download it
from www.falco.co.za
7. Q: How often do I have to replace my filters?
A: With daily use we recommend that you replace your charcoal filters every 6 months. Your
aluminium filters can be cleaned in luke warm water and dishwashing liquid. Please do not
put your aluminium filters in the dishwasher as this will discolour the filters and they will
become dull. Alternatively you just purchase new aluminium filters.
8. Q: How long is my warranty and what does it entail?
A: All our extractor fans carry a two year guarantee. Motors, PC Boards, Capacitors,
Transformers (for units with 12volt downlights), 220Volt light sockets(for units with normal
220v light bulbs), Main Control Switches and motor fan blades are covered by our two year
parts and labour guarantee.
9. Q: What is excluded from my warranty?
A: Downlights and bulbs, Glass panels and extractor glass, aluminium and charcoal filters are
excluded from the warranty.
10. Q: How do I clean my Stainless steel extractor?
A: Always ensure your extractor is cleaned with non-abrasive cleaners. Always read the
product instructions and ensure that the product is safe for the use of Stainless steel. Two
great products are window cleaner, which is also a stainless steel cleaner, and spray on wood
polish, another certified stainless steel cleaner. Please note that abrasive cleaners will
damage the stainless steel and will cause rust or rust stains.
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11. Q: Why is there rust marks on my extractor?
A: Stainless steel can rust if cleaned with abrasive cleaners. The chemicals inside abrasive
cleaners react with the stainless steel and the result will be rust. There are many day to day
cleaning products in our kitchens that are abrasive cleaners and unknown to the consumer.
Please make sure you read the instructions and if Stainless Steel is not mentioned, then do
not use the product on Stainless steel.
12. Q: Can I extend my stainless steel chimneys if they are to short?
A: Yes only on a wall mount unit. Island extractor chimneys CANNOT be extended. Please
make sure of your measurements before starting your installation process. Additional bottom
chimneys are sold by Lategan & Van Biljoens in Pretoria and they are used to extend the
chimneys on wall mount units.
13. Q: My extractor is blowing and not extracting?
A: There are three main reasons that can cause your extractor to blow instead of extracting
and most of the time (98%), this is caused by faulty installations. Please make sure that there
is no obstruction on top or inside your ducting hose. Make sure the power cable is neatly
secured inside the chimneys and make sure the power cable is not causing an obstruction on
top of your butterfly valve. Poor workmanship and failure to secure the power cable causes
the cable to lie on top of the butterfly valve and this will block and prevent the unit from
extracting properly.
Please ensure that the tape stuck over your butterfly valves in the factory is removed when
your unit is installed. Failure to remove the tape on the two butterfly valves will result in airflow
outlet to be restricted and this will cause the air to be returned causing the blowing of air
instead of the extraction of air. Before booking a service call make sure you check this first to
avoid being charged.
(a)This is a picture of the butterfly valve closed with the tape on top:
The tape should be removed when installed. Both butterfly valves open when the extractor is switched
on:
(b) Ducting hoses exceeding the 2.5meters will also have a negative effect on the extraction rate of
your extractor fan. If you are out-venting the air and the extension of ducting hose exceeds 2.5meter
you need to purchase an addition extraction motor that must be installed in line with the ducting hose
to support in the extraction of the air. The longer your ducting hose the less your extraction rate will
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be. If your ducting hose is too long and you did not install an additional extracting motor in line with
the ducting hose, your extractor will not extract the air. Please ask your installer about an additional
inline motor when your ducting hose is exceeding 2.5m.
14. Q: Parts Availability
A: Full range of spares are available from Lategan & Van Biljoens in Pretoria.
www.appliancesspares.co.za
15. Q: What is the diameter of my ducting hose?
A: 150mm
16. Q: More Queries?
A: Please email any queries to: [email protected].za, Tel: [phone].
Spares can be viewed and ordered online: www.appliancespares.co.za
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NOTICE
1. Thank you for choosing our cooker hood. Please read the
instruction manual carefully before use.
2. The installation work must be undertaken by a qualified and
competent fitter.
3. The manufacturer disclaims all liability for any damage or
injury caused as a result of not following instructions for
installation contained in the following text.
The cooker hood is used on 220/240v, 50Hz.

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(2)FEATURE
1. The cooker hood uses high quality materials, and is made with a
streamlined design.
2. Equipped with a large power low noise electric motor and
centrifugal leaf, it produces strong suction, low noise, non stick
grease filter and easy to clean.
3. With the isolated low voltage circuit board control, 12vAC
input, the lights are therefore safer.
4. Special wind tunnel construction and oil collector design, free
dirt will be absorbed in a second.

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(3). Installation
If the model without Glass:
3.1 The cooker hood should be placed at a
distance of 65-75cm (26-30inch) from the
cooking surface for the best effect. See Pic 1.
3.2 Install the hook on a suitable place once
the installation height is fixed, and keep it in
line. The fixed position of the inside
chimney bracket is the place of chimney.
3.3 Fix the outside chimney bracket on the
outside chimney, and be sure that the inside
chimney can be adjusted the height in it
freely as well as fixing the extensible pipe. Afterwards, install the
extensible pipe and chimney on the cooker hood. See Pic 3.
3.4 Put the cooker hood on the hook. See Pic 4.
3.5 Adjust the height of the inside chimney to the position of the inside
chimney bracket and fix on it by screw,after ajusting the position,fix the
body with safety screw. See Pic 5.
Note: The two safety vents are positioned on the back casing, with
diameter of 6mm.

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If the model with Glass:
3.1 The cooker hood should be placed at a
distance of 65-75cm (26-30inch) from the
cooking surface for the best effect. See Pic 1.
3.2 Install the hook on a suitable place once the
installation height is fixed, and keep it in line.
The fixed position of the inside chimney
bracket is the place of chimney.
3.3 Fix the extensible pipe according to the lead
direction and way, and then put the cooker
hood on the hook. See pic 3.
3.4 Put the glass according to the lead direction
and way on the cooker hood, and then use the
screws to fix the glass, also lead the extensible
pipe outside of the room, meanwhile adjust the height of the inside
chimney to the position of the inside chimney bracket and fix on it by
screw , here should be sure the inside chimney can be flexed freely. See
Pic 4.
3.5 Put the two chimneys together onto the cooker hood body, meanwhile
adjust the height of the inside chimney into the suitable height, and fix the
inside chimney to the inside chimney bracket by screw. Finally, fix the
body with safety screw. See Pic 5.
Note: The two safety vents are positioned on the back casing, with
diameter of 6mm.

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(4) NOTICE OF INSTALLATION
1. Before installation, please ensure the area is clean to avoid
suction of the remaining bits of broken wood and dust.
2. It cannot share the same air ventilation tube with other
appliance such as gas tube, warmer tube, and hot wind tube.
3. The bending of ventilation tube should be≥120°, parallel or
above the start point and should be connected to the external
wall.
4. After installation, make sure that the extractor is level to avoid
grease collection at one end.

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(5) SAFETY WARNING
Keep your children from using the cooker hood.
Your cooker hood is for domestic use only, not suitable for
barbecue, roast shop and other commercial use.
Any installation work must be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
The cooker hood and its filter mesh should be cleaned regularly
in order to keep in good working order.
Before cleaning, always ensure that you have switched your
cooker hood off.
Clean the cooker hood according to the instruction manual and
keep the cooker hood from the danger of burning.
No fire for drying your cooker hood.
If there is any fault with your cooker hood, please call the service
department appointed by agent for servicing.
Please keep the room draughty when your cooker hood and gas
hob are working.
Do not exhaust the gas from cooker hood through the same
heated flue which is for the gas from gas hob and other kitchen
appliances.
Before installation and usage, read all the instructions and make
sure that the voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on
your cooker hood are exactly the same as the voltage (V) and the
frequency (Hz) in your home.
In order to get the most out of your cooker hood, please read the
instruction manual before installing & using, and keep it in a safe
place.
Ensure that you could get our guarantee for your cooker hood,
please provide the warranty card and purchase receipt, or the
guarantee will not be offered.

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（6）Speed adjustment .See pictures
Electronic Button
1. Turn on the power; the buzzer will buzz five times. The sound
shows that the appliance is powered.
2. Push the low button, the indicating light 1 on, the buzzer will
buzz once, and the motor runs at low speed. Push it again and
the motor will stop.
3. Push the middle button, the indicating light 2 on, the buzzer
will buzz once, and the motor runs at mid speed. Push it again
and the motor will stop
4. Push the high button, the indicating light 3 on, the buzzer will
buzz once, and motor runs on high speed. Push it again and the
motor will stop
5. Push the light button; the indicating light 4 on, and the two
lighting lamps will come on. Push it again and the lamps will
turn off, with every push the buzzer will buzz one time.

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Push button
1. Push stop button, and the motor will stop.
2. Push the Low button, the buzzer will buzz once, and the motor
runs at low speed.
3. Push the 0LG button, the buzzer will buzz once, and the motor
runs at mid speed.
4. Push the High button, the buzzer will buzz once, and the motor
runs at high speed.
5. Push the light button and the two lights will come on. Push it
again and the light will turn off.
Slide button
There are 3 speeds for the motor and on off switch for the lamp.
Slide the switch for operation.
Motor Operation
0- off
1- Low Power Setting
2- Mid Power Setting
3- High Power Setting
Light Operation
0- Off
1- On

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LCD Electronic button
1. Plug the hood; LCD will display 24-hour system with blue
backlight. Backlight will be extinguished after 30 seconds
without any operation.
2. Press “ ” button once; lights will be on and LCD will show
“ ”. Press “ ” button again; lights will be off and “ ” on
LCD will disappear.
3. Press “ ” button once; the hood works at LOW speed and LCD
will show “ ” and “ ” button will be on. Press “ ” button
again; the hood works at MEDIUM speed. Press “ ” button one
more time; the hood works at HIGH speed. Press “ ” button
again; the hood works at LOW speed again and it repeat. While
pressing “ ” button; the “ ” button is always on. If you want
to stop the hood now; press the “ ” button once.
4. When the hood is not working; press “ ” button once. The hood
will work at the speed it works last time and LCD will show
“ ”. Press “ ” button again; the hood stop working and “ ”
will disappear from LCD.
5. When both “ ” button and “ ” button don’t work; “”
button is used for time-setting. Press “ ” button for 2 to 3
seconds; will be shown on LCD and flashes; which
represents hour. Press “ ” button once the number adds by 01.
Continue pressing “ ” button; it will display from 13;14… until
23. When LCD shows 23; it doesn’t work by pressing “ ”

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button. Press “ ” button once; the number reduces by 01. When
LCD shows 00; it doesn’t work by pressing “ ” button. After
setting hour; you can start setting minute by pressing “ ” button
again. on LCD flashes; which represents minutes. Press “ ”
button once the number adds by 01. Continue pressing “ ”
button; it will display from 01;02… until 59. When LCD shows
59; it doesn’t work by pressing “ ” button. Press “ ” button
once; the number reduces by 01. When LCD shows 00; it doesn’t
work by pressing “ ” button. After setting hour and minute;
press “ ”to confirm.
When “ ” button doesn’t work; “” button is used for delay
timer function. Delay timer function allows you to set the hoods
automatically power off according to the delay timer you set from
1 minute to 60 minutes. Press “ ” button once; it enters for delay
timer setting and LCD shows . Press “ ” button once
the number adds by 01. Continue pressing “ ” button; it will
display from ; ; … until
Press “ ” button once; the number reduces by 01.
After setting delay timer you want; press “ ” button to confirm.
If you set delay timer as 05:00; the LCD display will show from
05:00; 04:59… until 00:01 00:00. When LCD shows 00:00; the
hood will automatically power off and LCD display will only
show 24-hour system with blue backlight. After 30 seconds
without operation; blue backlight will disappear. But please note
the Lamp is not under control of delay timer. Next time; if you
want to use delay timer function and you press “ ” button
without any change on time. The hood will automatically count
time down from your previous setting after 5 seconds.

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(7) MAINTENANCE
7.1 The cleaning of the carbon grease filter mesh
The filter mesh is made of high-density stainless steel. Please do not
use the corrosive detergent on it. Keeping this filter clean will keep
the appliance running correctly. Please strictly follow the guidelines
below.
Method 1: Put the mesh into 40-50 c clean water, pour on detergent,
and soak for 2-3 mins. Wear gloves and clean with a soft brush.
Please do not apply too much pressure, as the mesh is delicate and
will damage easy.
Method 2: If instructed to do so, it can be put into a dishwasher, set
the temperature at around 60 degrees.
7.2 Notice of cleaning cooker hood
A. To protect the main body from corrosion over a long period of
time, the cooker hood should be cleaned with hot water plus
non corrosive detergent every two months.
B. Please do not use abrasive detergent for it will damage the
body.
C. Keep the motor and other spare parts free from water, as this
will cause damage to the appliance.
D. Before cleaning the appliance please remember to cut off
power
E. The carbon filter shouldn’t be exposed to heat.
F. Please don’t tear open the fixed bar around the carbon filter
G. If the plug or cord is damaged, please replace it with special
soft cord.

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8.Abnormity and Solution
Fault Cause Solution
Light on, but motor
does not work
The leaf blocked Get rid of the blocking
The capacitor damaged Replace capacitor
The motor jammed bearing
damaged
Replace motor
The internal with of motor off or
a bad smell from the motor
Replace motor
Light does not work,
motor does not work
Beside the above mentioned, check the following:
Light damaged Replace lights
Power cord looses Connect the wires as per
the electric diagram
Oil leakage
One way valve and the air
ventilation entrance are not
tightly sealed
Take down the one way
valve and seal with glue
Leakage from the connection
of U-shaped section and
cover
Take U-shaped section
down and seal with soap
or paint
Shake of the body The leaf damaged and causes
shaking
Replace the leaf
The motor is not tightly
hanged
Lock the motor tightly
The body is not tightly
hanged
Fixed the body tightly
Insufficient suction The distance between the
body and the gas top too long
Readjust the distance
Too much ventilation from
open doors or windows
Choose a new place and
resemble the machine
The machine inclines The fixing screw not tight
enough
Tighten the hanging
screw and make it
horizontal
The hanging screw not tight
enough
Tighten the hanging
screw and make it
horizontal

GUARANTEE AND SERVICE CONDITIONS / BOOKING A SERVICE CALL
This certificate is issued by Falco Domestic Appliances, supplier of ALL Unbranded Falco Extractor fan models. Hereinafter referred to as ‘The Company’, to the
original purchaser only, of the product/appliances described on the certificate and shall constitute the only guarantee given in respect of this product/appliance.
The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for the period of THREE YEAR on ALL products/appliances from date of purchase the appliance should be
free from defect under normal domestic use, both in workmanship and material.
Important Notices:
This warranty shall become void and cease to be valid if the extractor fan is used for commercial purposes or on the incorrect application. This may
be subjected but not limited to; outdoors use, use in commercial kitchens, use on motor boats, use above any braai facilities, boarding school
kitchens, restaurant kitchens, coffee shops, tuck shops, commercial cookers and chips fryers. Installing and operating your domestic extractor fan
above the wrong application poses a serious fire hazard.
Noisy Extractors:
Any “noisy” extractor where the black plastic barrel/impeller fan is broken will be excluded from the guarantee and cost to replace the broken
barrel/impeller fan will be for the original purchaser/installers account. Debris such as but not limited to screws, washers, building debris are
dropped inside the motor housing and not removed during installation. This results in the barrel/Impeller fans getting damaged when the unit is
turned on for the first time. Customer/installer has to inspect the impeller/barrel fan before logging a service call for the unit being noisy, failure to
do so will result in an R 650.00 service charge. All Barrel/impeller fans are quality checked and weight balanced during the assembly line in
production. Broken barrel/impeller fans are a direct result of improper installations.
Venting outward and Ducting:
Please ensure your ducting hose (if venting outwards) does not exceed more than 2.5meters. An additional in-line extraction motor must be fitted in-
line with the ducting on all ducting exceeding 2.5 meters. To avoid losing your extraction rate it is very important to keep the length of your ducting
to a distance less than 2.5meter. The longer you’re ducting the less extraction your extractor will have unless you fit an additional in-line motor to
support in the extraction of the air. Failure to comply with this shall void the purchasers warranty until such time they correct the installation.
If not, the warranty is subject to the following conditions:
1. Repair or replacement of any part of this product/appliance, found by The Company to be defective, shall be at the cost of The Company. The
Company reserves the right to affect such service through any Service Division authorised by The Company to carry out service on The Company’s
products/appliances. The cost of the service shall be borne by The Company in full, providing that the product/appliance is located no further than
50km from an authorised service agent.
Where the product/appliance is located beyond the 50km radius, the purchaser shall be liable for the standard travelling charges, as determined by
The Company or alternatively, The Company reserves the right to ask the purchaser to deliver any faulty product/appliance to the dealer from which it
was bought or nearest service agent, for repairs. After the said repair has been completed, the original purchaser is again responsible for the
collection and transportation of said product/appliance.
2. All lamps, halogen lamps, globes, aluminium filters, charcoal filters are excluded from these warranties. Abuse, misuse in conflict with the
operating instructions, connection to incorrect voltages (generators, solar panels, wind turbines without the additional and compulsory addition of pure
sine wave invertors), shall release The Company from all its obligations under warranty. It is an express condition of these warranties that the
purchaser takes due care and attention in the use and maintenance of the product/appliance.
3. Any physical damage to the product/appliance that occurred prior to delivery/receipt of the product/appliance will only be included in this warranty
provided that it is reported, together with the proof of purchase within 48 hours thereof. Any part on any of the abovementioned products/appliances
will be excluded from this warranty, should findings indicate that the parts are damaged or malfunctioning because of any form of physical damage.
4. This warranty shall become void and cease to be valid if the product/appliance is dismantled by, or any repairs to the product/appliance are affected
by any person not authorised by The Company, or if replacement parts not approved by The Company are used in any product/appliance, or if the
serial number of the product/appliance is removed.
5. These warranties shall not apply if the product/appliance is purchased or used beyond the borders of the Republic of South Africa (Swaziland,
Lesotho, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe).
6. The Company shall not be responsible for damages resulting from fire, floods, civil disturbances or any Act of God. The Company shall not, in terms
of these warranties be responsible, nor held liable for any consequential loss or damage of any kind caused by or due to the failure or malfunctioning
of the appliance/product.
7. The Company shall not be held responsible for transportation/other costs other than those incurred within the provisions of Point 1 of this Certificate.
8. Where service is requested under warranty and no fault or any defect is found by the Company service agents, all costs incurred will be for the
purchaser’s account.
9. This certificate together with the purchaser’s proof of purchase (Invoice from Dealer) will serve as proof of purchase. For warranty purposes, it will be
essential to produce this Certificate with the Invoice. Failure to do so will render the purchaser liable for service costs.
10. The Company will not exchange any faulty product/appliance still under warranty EXCEPT if the appointed service agent inspects and confirms with
valid proof that the appliance is irreparable.
11. Where the purchaser lives in an outlying area (farms/ remote locations) where appointed Service Agents are scarce or non-existent, The Company
reserves the right to request such a purchaser to transport the unit to and from the nearest appointed Service Agent for repairs.
12. This warranty shall become void and cease to be valid if the product is installed at the incorrect height. Please refer to your manual.
13. This warranty shall become void and cease to be valid if the incorrect size Extractor Fan is installed above any electrical or gas hob. Example of such
an installation is installing a 600mm Extractor above a 900mm gas or electrical hob.
14. This warranty does not cover rodent or insect infestation.
15. Repairs and parts covered by the Company includes: the motor, the PCB, the power and light switch, the capacitor, the motor fan blade an
transformer.
Booking a Service call
16. Extractor Fan Warranty calls: Lategan & Van Biljoens Appliance Spares (LVB), 636 Frederika Street, Gezina, Pretoria, PO Box 23151, Gezina,
0031, Pretoria . Warranty Tel:[phone]extension 207or 301; Fax: [phone]; email: adm[email protected].za
Visit www.falco.co.za and complete the online service form and submit with a copy of your proof of purchase. Alternatively print the service
form and return it with a copy of your proof of purchase to [email protected]o.za or by fax on 086-684-2247 Please include your email address on the
service form, all booking notifications are sent out via email correspondence.
Any service-related queries should be directed directly to (LVB). The appointed call centre, Lategan & Van Biljoens Appliance spares (LVB), will allocate the
service call under the warranty procedure to one of their closest service agents in the purchaser’s area. No service call will be considered under the warranties
if no proof of purchase can be presented
Happyor Unhappylets us know: Chr[email protected].za Tel: [phone]/6146