Miele DA 270-4 User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Ventilation System
DA 270-4
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 260 851
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
Indirect lighting ...................................................13
Grease filter timer .................................................14
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning the casing................................................16
Grease filter ......................................................17
Changing the light bulbs ............................................19
After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Appliance dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Distance between cooktop and hood (S) ...............................25
Structural support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Installation instructions .............................................27
Air extraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Contents
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READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future
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 designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft. However, under
certain conditions installation in these
applications may be possible. Please
contact your Miele dealer or the Miele
Technical Service Department with
specific requirements.
,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
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~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
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,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.
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The ventilation hood works by air
extraction. The air is drawn in and
cleaned by 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.
Functional description
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Guide to the Ventilation System
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aCover frame
bChimney
cControl panel
dIndirect lighting
eOverhead lighting
fGrease filter
gIndirect light button
hLight button
This button turns the light on and off
and also dims the light.
The lighting can be used independently
of the fan.
iOn/Off button
jFan power level buttons
Four fan speed selection.
kDelayed 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.
lGrease filter button
The indicator next to the grease filter
button lights when the grease filter
needs 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
has been in use (see "Operation /
Grease filter timer").
–to change the number of hours
counted by the grease filter timer
(see "Operation / Reprogramming the
grease filter timer").
Guide to the Ventilation System
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Turning on the fan
^Press the On/Off button.
The hood turns on to level 2 and the
indicator lights.
Selecting the power level
^Use the "–/+" controls to select the
desired power level.
+= increases the fan speed
–= decreases the fan speed
Levels "1" to "3" (green indicators) are
usually sufficient for normal cooking.
Intensive setting
Level "4" (yellow indicator) 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,
– the right light button
–the "–" button, and
–the right 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 press the "–" button.
^To save the setting press the "Delay
Shut Down" button.
If the procedure is not stored within
4 minutes of programming, the hood
will automatically default to the "old"
data.
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
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. After
that period of time the fan turns off
automatically.
^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 feature press the
Delayed Shut Down button again. The
fan will not turn off automatically.
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 right light button briefly to
turn on the lighting.
The light button indicator illuminates.
^Press the right 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
and hold 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.
Indirect lighting
^Press the left light button to turn the
indirect lighting on or off.
The indirect lighting can be turned on
and off independently of the fan.
Operation
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Grease filter timer
A timer monitors the hours of fan
operation. The indicator for the grease
filter will light after 30 hours of operation
or the preselected time. The grease
filter must then be cleaned. See
"Cleaning and care / Grease Filter".
After the grease filter has been cleaned
and put back in place, the grease filter
timer must be reset.
^To do this, press the grease filter
button for about 3 seconds while the
fan is running.
The indicator will go out.
Checking the grease filter timer
To check the percentage of time
already used:
^Press the On/Off button to turn the
fan on.
^Press the grease filter button.
The indicator lights.
The number of flashing "–/+" indicators
show the percentage of programmed
hours that have been used.
1 indicator = 25 %
2 indicators = 50 %
3 indicators = 75 %
4 indicators = 100 %
This information will remain stored in
memory in the event of a power failure.
Operation
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Reprogramming the grease filter
timer
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 to prevent grease
which has accumulated over a long
period of time from hardening on the
filter, making cleaning more difficult.
^Press the On/Off button to turn off the
fan.
^Press the Delayed Shut Down and
grease filter button at the same time.
The indicator for the grease filter timer
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 "–/+" button 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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,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".
Cleaning the casing
Never use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic
(oven) cleaners on the hood. They
will damage the surface.
^The exterior 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.
Only use a slightly damp sponge
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 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.
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 dis-
colored 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 reusable metal grease filter
removes solid particles from the vented
kitchen air (grease, dust, etc).
The grease filter should be cleaned
every3-4weeks, when the grease
filter indicator lights, or when they are
visibly dirty, whichever comes first.
,A dirty filter is a fire hazard.
Removing the grease filter
^To remove the grease filter pull the
locking clip forward. Lower the filter
45° unhook it at the rear and take it
out. Support the grease filter so that it
does not fall onto the cooktop.
Cleaning and care
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Cleaning the grease filter
^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, abrasive cleaning
agents or limescale removers. They
could destroy the filter.
^In a dishwasher: place the filter
vertically in the lower basket, making
sure that the spray arm is not
blocked.
Use a hot temperature program,
e.g. "Heavy Soil" or "Pots and pans".
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.
^While the filter is removed, clean any
dirt or grease from the interior casing
to prevent the risk of fire.
^When putting the grease filter back
make sure that the locking clip is
facing the cooking surface.
^If the filter is incorrectly installed,
insert a small screwdriver into the slit
along its edge to disengage it from
the casing.
^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 grease filter timer has reached its
maximum, the grease filter button
should be pressed for 6 seconds to
reset the counter to zero.
Cleaning and care
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Changing the light bulbs
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Before changing the light bulbs,
disconnect the hood from the power
supply, see "Important Safety
Instructions".
When in use halogen bulbs become
extremely hot, and can burn your
hands. Do not attempt to change the
bulbs until they have had sufficient
time to cool.
Do not touch the bulb surface.
Fingerprints or body oils deposited
on the bulb will decrease its life.
Please follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
^To change the halogen bulb, first
gently press the light cover. The
cover will open and can now be
flipped down.
^Pull the halogen bulb from its socket,
then insert a new bulb.
^Flip the light cover back up, making
sure it clicks into place.
Cleaning and care
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Repairs
In the event of a fault which you cannot
easily fix yourself, please contact the
Miele Technical Service Department.
^When contacting the Technical
Service Department, please quote
the model and serial number of your
appliance.
These are shown on the data plate
which is visible when the grease filters
are removed.
MieleCare
(USA only)
MieleCare, our Extended Service
Contract program, gives you the
assurance of knowing that your
appliance investment is covered by
5 years of worry free ownership.
MieleCare is the only Extended Service
Contract in the industry that guarantees
repairs by a Miele Authorized Service
Provider using genuine Miele parts.
Only genuine Miele parts installed by
factory trained professionals can
guarantee the safety, reliability, and
longevity of your Miele appliance.
Please note that unless expressly
approved in writing by Miele’s Service
department, Extended Service
Contracts offered by other providers for
Miele products will not be recognized
by Miele. Our goal is to prevent
unauthorized (and untrained) service
personnel from working on your Miele
products, possibly doing further
damage to them, you and/or your
home.
To learn more about MieleCare
Extended Service Contracts, please
contact your appliance dealer or visit
us online at:
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After Sales Service
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