Miele DA 249-4 User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Ventilation System
DA 249-4
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 781 040
en - US, CA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................3
Functional description .............................................7
Guide to the Ventilation System......................................8
Operation .......................................................10
Turning on the fan .................................................10
Selecting the power level............................................10
Delayed Shut Down ................................................12
Turning off the fan .................................................12
Turning the lighting on/off ...........................................13
Dimming the lighting ...............................................13
Filter timers ......................................................14
Checking the filter timers ............................................14
Reprogramming the timers ..........................................15
Cleaning and Care ................................................17
Cleaning the casing................................................17
Grease filter ......................................................18
Active charcoal filters ..............................................20
Changing the light bulbs ............................................22
After Sales Service ...............................................23
Installation instructions ...........................................25
Caring for the environment.........................................27
Appliance dimensions.............................................28
Plywood backing .................................................31
Installation ......................................................32
Installation ......................................................34
Dismantling ......................................................34
Air extraction ....................................................35
Electrical connection..............................................37
Technical data ...................................................38
Contents
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INSTRUCTIONS
Keep these instructions in a safe
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user.
Read these instructions carefully
before installing or using the
Ventilation System.
~This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Use the appliance
only for its intended purpose.
~This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use of
the appliance can lead to personal
injury and material damage.
,CAUTION
For General Ventilating Use
Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust
Hazardous Or Explosive
Materials And Vapors.
~This appliance is designed to vent
cooking smoke and odors only.
~This appliance is suitable for
installation above gas or electric
cooking surfaces.
~This appliance is not intended for
outdoor use.
~This appliance must not be used in
a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
~a) Use this appliance only in the
manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact Miele.
~b) Before servicing or cleaning the
appliance, switch power off at the
service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power
from being switched on accidentally. If
the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.
~c) Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.
To guarantee the electrical safety of this
appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effective
grounding system. It is imperative that
this basic safety requirement be met. If
there is any doubt, have the electrical
system of the house checked by a
qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3

~d) Before connecting the appliance
to the power supply make sure that the
voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply.
This data must correspond to prevent
appliance damage. If in doubt consult a
qualified electrician.
~e) Installation work and repairs
should only be performed by a qualified
technician in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous.
~f) Only open the housing as
described in the enclosed "Installation
diagram" and in the "Cleaning and care"
section of this manual. Under no
circumstances should any other parts
of the housing be opened. Tampering
with electrical connections or
components and mechanical parts is
highly dangerous to the user and can
cause operation faults.
~g) Before discarding an old
appliance, disconnect it from the power
supply and remove the power cord to
prevent hazards.
Use
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:
~a) Never leave surface units
unattended at high settings. Boilovers
cause smoking and greasy spillovers
may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium settings.
~b) Always turn the hood on when
cooking at a high heat.
~c) Clean the ventilation hood
frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on the fan or
filter.
~d) Use the proper pan size. Always
use cookware appropriate for the size
of the cooking area.
~e) Do not flambé or grill with an
open flame beneath the hood.
Flames could be drawn up into the
hood by the suction and the grease
filters may catch fire.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4

,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE
EVENT OF A COOKTOP
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING*:
~a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close
fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray
then turn off the burner.
BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.
If the flames do not go out immediately,
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
~b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING
PAN - You may be burned.
~c) DO NOT USE WATER, including
wet dishcloths or towels - a violent
steam explosion will result.
~d) Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:
1) You have a class ABC
extinguisher, and you know how to
operate it.
2) The fire is small and contained in
the area where it started.
3) The fire department is being
called.
4)You can fight the fire with your
back to an exit.
*Based on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips"
published by NAFTA
~Do not allow children to play with or
operate the appliance or its controls.
Supervise its use by the elderly or
infirm.
~Always turn on the hood when using
the cooktop to prevent damage from
condensation.
~Never operate gas burners without
cookware. Turn the burner off when not
in use. Adjust the burner so that the
flames do not extend beneath the
cookware. Do not overheat the
cookware, e.g. when using a wok. The
hood can be damaged due to
excessive heat from the burners and
the cookware.
~Do not use the hood without the
grease filters in place.
~Do not use a steam cleaner to clean
the hood. Steam could penetrate
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
~a) Installation work and electrical
wiring must be done by qualified
person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.
~b) Sufficient air is needed for
combustion and exhausting of gases
through the flue (chimney of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back
drafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guideline and safety
standards such as those published by
the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) and the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and
the local code authorities.
~c) When cutting or drilling into the
wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.
~d) Ducted hoods must always be
vented to the outdoors.
~e) Do not use this hood with any
solid-state speed control device.
~f) Do not use an extension cord to
connect the appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance,
(e.g. danger of overheating).
~g) Do not install this hood over
cooktops that burn solid fuel.
~h) Provided a larger distance is not
given by the manufacturer of the
cooktop, follow the minimum safety
distances between a cooktop and the
bottom of the hood given in the
"Appliance dimensions" section of this
manual.
If local building codes require a greater
safety distance, follow their
requirement.
If there is more than one appliance
beneath the hood and they have
different minimum safety distances
always select the greater distance.
~i) Never connect an exhaust hood to
an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue,
or room ventilating ductwork.
~j) Seek professional advice before
connecting an exhaust hood vent to an
existing, inactive chimney or vent flue.
~k) Any fittings, sealant, or materials
used to install the ductwork must be
made of approved non-flammable
materials.
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE USE ONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6

The hood offers two modes of
operation:
Air extraction
The air is drawn in and cleaned by the
decor panel and the grease filter and
directed outside.
The hood comes equipped with a
non-return flap. This flap automatically
closes when the hood is turned off so
that no exchange of outside air and
room air can occur. When the hood is
turned on, the air pressure of the
exhaust fan automatically opens the
flap blowing the inside air and cooking
odors outside.
Recirculation mode
Air is drawn through the decor panel,
grease filter and an active charcoal
filter. The filtered air is then
recirculated back into the kitchen
through a vent at the top of the hood’s
chimney.
The recirculation mode requires an
install kit and charcoal filter which are
optional accessories.
Before using the hood in
recirculation mode, ensure that the
active charcoal filter is in place, see
"Cleaning and care".
Functional description
7

Guide to the Ventilation System
8

aChimney extension
bRecirculation vent
For recirculation use with optional
accessories
cChimney
dCanopy
eOverhead lighting
fActive Charcoal Filter
Available to purchase, for use in the
recirculation mode.
gGrease filter
hDecor cover
iLight button
This button turns the light on and off
and also dims the light.
The lighting can be used independently
of the fan.
jOn/Off button
kFan power selection
Four fan speed selection
lDelayed Shut Down
This button activates the Delayed Shut
Down feature. The fan can be set to
turn off automatically after either 5 or 15
minutes.
mGrease filter button
The indicator next to the grease filter
button lights when the grease filter and
decor cover need to be cleaned. This
button is also used:
–to reset the grease filter timer after
cleaning the grease filter (see
"Cleaning and Care").
–to show how long the grease filter
have been in use (see "Operation /
Filter timers").
–to change the number of hours
counted by the grease filter timer
(see "Operation / Reprogramming the
filter timers").
nCharcoal filter button
The indicator next to the charcoal filter
button lights when the charcoal filters
need to be replaced.
This button is also used:
–to reset the charcoal filter timer after
changing the filters (see "Cleaning
and care").
–to show how long the charcoal filters
have been in use (see "Operation /
Filter timers").
–to change the number of hours
counted by the charcoal filter timer
(see "Operation / Reprogramming the
timers").
Guide to the Ventilation System
9

Turning on the fan
^Press the On/Off button.
The fan runs at power level "2".
The On/Off indicator lights.
Selecting the power level
^Use the "–/+" controls to select the
desired power level.
+= increases the fan speed
–= decreases the fan speed
Level "1" to "3" are usually sufficient for
normal cooking.
Intensive setting
Level "4" should be used for a short
period when frying or cooking food with
a strong aroma.
Automatically switching back the
Intensive power level
The intensive level "4" can be
programmed to automatically switch
back to level "3" after 10 minutes.
^Turn the fan and the lights off.
^Press and hold the Delay Shut Down
button for 10 secs. The first indicator
lights.
^Press the following buttons one after
another,
– light,
–the "-" button, and
–the light button again.
Operation
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If the power level indicators "1" and "4"
flash, the automatic switch back is not
activated.
^To activate the automatic switch back
press the "+" button.
The power level indicators "1" and "4"
light continuously.
^To deactivate the automatic switch
back press the "–" button.
^To save the setting press the Delay
Shut Down button.
If the procedure is not saved within
4 minutes of programming, the hood
will automatically default to the "old"
setting.
Fan performance
The maximum air flow capacity is
625 cfm. Factors such as narrow duct
diameter and bends will affect this
value.
Level 1 operates at 40% capacity
Level 2 operates at 60% capacity
Level 3 operates at 80% capacity
Level 4 operates at 100% capacity
There will also be a slight decrease in
airflow for hoods operated in
recirculation mode due to the active
charcoal filter.
Operation
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Delayed Shut Down
If odors or smoke remain in the kitchen
after cooking has been completed, the
Delayed Shut Down feature can be
selected to allow the hood to continue
running for either 5 or 15 minutes.
^Press the Delayed Shut Down button
while the fan is still running.
Press once = 5 minute delay
(left indicator lights)
Press twice = 15 minute delay
(right indicator lights)
To cancel the Delayed Shut Down
feature press the button again.
Turning off the fan
^Press the On/Off button to turn the
fan off.
The indicator goes out.
Automatic Safety Shut Off
The fan will turn off automatically
10 hours after the last button was
activated. The lighting however will
remain on.
^Press the On/Off button to turn the
fan back on again.
Operation
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Turning the lighting on/off
The overhead lighting can be turned
on and off independently of the fan.
^Press the light button briefly to turn
on the lighting.
The light button indicator illuminates.
^Press the light button briefly again to
turn off the lighting.
The light button indicator will go out.
Dimming the lighting
The brightness of the lighting can be
adjusted.
^While the lighting is turned on, press
the light button.
The lighting will dim until the button is
released.
^If the button is pressed again, the
lighting will brighten until the button is
released.
If the button is pressed continuously,
the light will cycle between bright and
dark.
^Press the light button again to turn off
the lighting.
Operation
13

Filter timers
Grease filter
A timer monitors the hours of fan
operation. The indicator for the grease
filter will light after 30 hours of
operation. The grease filter must then
be cleaned.
After the grease filter have been
cleaned and put in place, the grease
filter timer must be reset.
^To do this, press the grease filter
button for about 3 seconds.
The indicator will go out.
Charcoal filters
Recirculation mode
The timer for the charcoal filter is not
preset. Please program this timer, see
"Operation/Reprogramming the
charcoal filter timer".
The charcoal filter indicator will light
once the selected time has elapsed.
The charcoal filters must then be
replaced and the charcoal filter timer
must be reset.
^To do this, press the charcoal filter
button for about 3 seconds.
The indicator will go out.
Checking the filter timers
To check the percentage of time
already used:
^Press the On/Off button to turn the
fan on.
^Press the grease or charcoal filter
button.
The number of flashing "–/+" indicators
show the percentage of programmed
hours that have been used.
1 indicator = less than 25 %
2 indicators = less than 50 %
3 indicators = less than 75 %
4 indicators = less than 100 %
This information will remain stored in
memory in the event of a power failure.
Operation
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Reprogramming the timers
The grease filter timer is preset to 30
hours. This time can be lengthened or
shortened to 20, 30, 40 or 50 hours.
–A time of 20 hours should be
programmed in kitchens with
frequent pan or deep frying.
–A time of 20 hours should also be
programmed if the kitchen is only
used occasionally. Otherwise grease
which has accumulated over a long
period of time will harden on the
filters making cleaning more difficult.
Reprogramming the grease filter
timer
^Press the On/Off button to turn off the
fan.
^Press the Delayed Shut Down and
grease filter buttons at the same time.
The indicator for the grease filter and
one of the "–/+" indicators will flash.
The lit indicator shows the programmed
time:
1st indicator from the left = 20 hours
2nd indicator from the left = 30 hours
3rd indicator from the left = 40 hours
4th indicator from the left = 50 hours
^Use the "–/+" buttons to select the
desired time.
^Store the selection by pressing the
grease filter button.
If the procedure is not stored within
4 minutes of programming, the hood
will automatically default to the "old"
data.
Operation
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Reprogramming the charcoal filter
timer
The active charcoal filter can only be
used in recirculation mode and can not
be used to exhaust fumes.
The charcoal filter timer is not preset.
Before using the hood in recirculation
mode, the charcoal filter timer must be
programmed.
^Turn off the fan using the On/Off
button.
^Press the Delayed Shut Down and
Charcoal Filter buttons at the same
time.
The indicator for the charcoal filter and
one of the "–/+" indicators will flash.
The lit indicator shows the programmed
time:
1st indicator from the left = 120 hours
2nd indicator from the left = 180 hours
3rd indicator from the left = 240 hours
4th indicator from the left = deactivated
^Use the "–/+" button to select the
desired time.
^Store the selection by pressing the
charcoal filter button.
If the procedure is not stored within
4 minutes of programming, the hood
will automatically default to the "old"
data.
Operation
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,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Before cleaning or servicing the
hood, disconnect it from the power
supply, see "Important Safety
Instructions".
,The halogen bulbs are very hot
when in use. They stay hot for some
time after turned off. Use caution,
danger of burns.
Wet cleaning the hot bulbs will
cause damage.
Wait a few minutes after turning
them off before cleaning.
Cleaning the casing
Never use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic
(oven) cleaners on the hood. They
will damage the surface.
^All external surfaces and controls can
be cleaned with a mild solution of
warm water and liquid dish soap
applied with a soft sponge.
^Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
Do not use too much water when
cleaning the controls. Water could
penetrate into the electronics and
cause damage.
^Glass surfaces can be cleaned using
glass cleaner.
Avoid:
–cleaning agents containing soda,
acids, solvents or chlorides,
–abrasive cleaning agents
e.g. powder or cream cleansers,
–abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers
or sponges which have been
previously used with abrasive
cleaning agents.
–limescale removers
These will damage the surface.
The following instructions for cleaning
"Stainless steel" surfaces and "Stainless
steel colored controls" should be
followed in addition to the general
"Cleaning the casing" instructions.
Stainless steel
Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned
using a non-abrasive stainless steel
cleaner.
To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner
for stainless steel can also be used.
Apply sparingly with even pressure.
Stainless steel colored controls
These controls may become
discolored or damaged if not
cleaned regularly.
Do not use a stainless steel cleaner
on these controls.
Cleaning and Care
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Grease filter
The decor panel and reusable metal
grease filter remove solid particles from
the vented kitchen air (grease, dust,
etc).
The grease filter is visible when the
decor cover is removed.
The grease filters should be cleaned
every3-4weeks, when the grease
filter indicator lights, or when they are
visibly dirty, whichever comes first.
Always clean both the decor panel and
the grease filter.
,A dirty filter is a fire hazard.
Removing the decor cover
^To remove the decor cover, pull on
the release knobs. Hold the decor
cover when doing this so that it does
not fall on to the cooktop.
^Remove the decor cover.
Removing the grease filter
^To remove the grease filter, pull on
the release knob. Hold the grease
filter when doing this so that it does
not fall on to the cooktop.
Cleaning and Care
18

Cleaning the grease filters
^By hand: use a scrub brush with a
solution of warm water and mild
detergent.
Do not use the pure detergent,
aggressive all purpose cleaners,
oven sprays or limescale removers.
They could destroy the filters.
^In a dishwasher: place the filters
vertically in the lower basket, making
sure that the spray arm is not blocked.
Use a wash program with a max.
temperature of 150°F (65°C). In a
Miele dishwasher use the "Normal"
program.
Use the recommended amount of
dishwasher detergent. Overuse could
destroy the filter.
Depending on the detergent,
cleaning the grease filter in a
dishwasher may cause permanent
discoloration of the filter surface.
Performance of the filter will not be
affected by this discoloration.
^After cleaning, the filter can be
placed on a towel to air dry.
^For cleaning the decor cover see
"Cleaning the casing".
^While the filter is removed, clean any
dirt or grease from the filter casing to
prevent the risk of fire.
^After returning the grease filter, press
the grease filter button for 3 seconds
to reset the timer.
The indicator light will go out.
^If the grease filter is cleaned before
the timer has reached its maximum,
the grease filter button should be
pressed for 6 seconds to reset the
counter to zero.
Inserting the grease filter
^Angle the grease filter into position
toward the front of the hood.
^Once the front edge of the filter is in
place, push up the rear of the filter so
that both sides click into place.
Inserting the decor cover
^Hook the decor cover on to the
latches on the rear panel of the
chimney. Push the cover up at the
front so that it clicks in place.
Cleaning and Care
19

Active charcoal filters
In recirculation mode an active
charcoal filter must be used in addition
to the grease filter. The charcoal filter is
designed to absorb cooking odors.
Replacement active charcoal filters
can be ordered from Miele.
^The decor cover must be removed to
access the active charcoal filter. See
"Cleaning and Care".
^Before inserting an active charcoal
filter for the first time remove the
connector for use in air extraction
mode. Loosen the screw in the
connector and remove.
^To remove the active charcoal filter
pull down on the tab at the back of
the filter.
^Insert the new charcoal filter on an
angle toward the front of the hood
and then firmly press the rear in
place.
^Return the grease filter and decor
cover.
^When the active charcoal filter is
installed for the first time, program
the charcoal filter timer. See
"Operation - Reprogramming the
charcoal filter timer".
Cleaning and Care
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