Miele DA 371 Specification sheet

Operating and installation instructions
Cooker hoods
DA 361,
DA 371
It is essential to read these Gi
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine
to avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 609 700

Contents
Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Brief description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation
Main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
To switch the fan on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
To select a power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
To switch the fan off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hob lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning and care
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Grease filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fitting / replacing the active charcoal filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Defective lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Appliance dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installation
Fitting the non-return flap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Exhaust connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Building in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Preparation for extraction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Preparation for recirculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connection for recirculation mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fitting the joystick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Joystick extension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connection for air extraction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Condensate trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
After Sales Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Contents

Caring for the environment
Disposal of pac ing material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials
which are environmentally friendly for
disposal and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed safely and kept
out of the reach of babies and young
children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances may contain material
which can be reclaimed or recycled.
Please contact your dealer, your local
waste collection centre or scrap mer-
chant about potential recycling
schemes.
Ensure that the appliance presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
See the appropriate section in the
Warning and Safety instructions.
Caring for the environment
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Incorrect use
can lead to injury and damage to
the appliance.
Before installation and before using
for the first time read the operating
instructions carefully. They contain
important information on safety, use
and maintenance of the appliance.
This way you will avoid the risk of
accidents and damage to the ap-
pliance.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Correct usage
The appliance is intended for
domestic use only.
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
improper use of the appliance.
Technical safety
Before connecting the appliance
to the mains supply, make sure
that the voltage and frequency details
on the data plate correspond with the
on-site electricity supply. This data
must correspond in order to avoid risk
of damage to the appliance. Consult a
qualified electrician if in doubt.
The electrical safety of this ap-
pliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between
the appliance and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national regulations. It is most import-
ant that this basic safety requirement is
tested by a qualified electrician. The
manufacturer cannot be held respon-
sible for the consequences of an inade-
quate earthing system (e.g. electric
shock).
Installation work and repairs may
only be carried out by suitably
qualified and competent persons to en-
sure safety. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be dan-
gerous and the manufacturer will not
be held responsible.
This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile in-
stallations such as caravans, aircraft
etc. However, it may be suitable for
such usage subject to a risk assess-
ment of the installation being carried
out by a suitably qualified engineer.
Warning and Safety instructions
4

The appliance is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug removed. (Do not pull
on the cable, only on the plug), or
– the fuse from the fused spur connec-
tion unit is withdrawn or,
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or
– the screw-out fuse is removed in
countries where this is applicable.
Ensure power is not supplied to
the appliance while maintenance
or repair work is being carried out.
Do not connect the appliance to
the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance, (e.g.
danger of overheating).
Use
Do not let small children play with
the appliance or its controls or
operate it. Supervise its use by the el-
derly or infirm.
Never use an open flame beneath
the cooker hood. To avoid the
danger of fire, do not flambé or grill
over an open flame.
When switched on, the cooker hood
could draw flames into the filter. Fat par-
ticles drawn into the cooker hood pres-
ent a fire hazard.
When using the cooker hood over
a gas hob ensure that any burners
in use are always covered by a pan.
Otherwise flames could be drawn up
by the suction of the cooker hood,
parts of which could then be damaged.
Always switch the cooker hood on
when using the hob, otherwise con-
densation may collect in the hood,
which could cause corrosion.
When cooking with oil or fat, chip
pans and deep fat fryers etc, do
not leave the pans unattended. Never
leave an open grill unattended when
grilling. Overheated oil and fat can ig-
nite and could set the cooker hood on
fire.
Do not use the cooker hood with-
out the grease filters in place.
This way you will avoid the risk of
grease and dirt getting into the ap-
pliance and hindering its smooth oper-
ation.
The filters should be regularly
cleaned or changed as appropri-
ate. Saturated filters are a fire hazard.
Under no circumstances use a
steam cleaner to clean this ap-
pliance. Pressurised steam could
reach the electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infesta-
tion by cockroaches or other vermin,
pay particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any dam-
age which may be caused by cock-
roaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the appliance guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
5

Installation
The distance between the top of
the cooker/hob and the bottom of
the cooker hood must measure at least:
– 450 mm above electric hobs and
cookers
– 650 mm above gas hobs and
cookers
– 650 mm above an open grill from our
range
When fitted above an open grill the
cooker hood must not be used in recir-
culation mode.
For non-Miele cooking appliances
maintain the safety distance as recom-
mended by the manufacturer in their
Installation and Operating instructions.
If more than one appliance is fitted be-
neath the cooker hood and they have
different minimum safety distances to
the cooker hood, select the greater
distance.
Safety regulations prohibit the
fitting of a cooker hood over solid
fuel stoves.
All ducting, pipework and fittings
must be of non-flammable ma-
terial. These can be obtained from the
Miele Spare Parts department or from
builders’ merchants.
The appliance must not be con-
nected to a chimney or vent flue
which is in use. Neither should it be
connected to ducting which ventilates
rooms with fireplaces.
If exhaust air is to be extracted into
a chimney or ventilation duct no
longer used for other purposes, seek
professional advice.
Warning and Safety instructions
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When using the cooker hood in
extraction mode at the same time
as another heating appliance which de-
pends on the air in the room, (e.g. gas,
oil or coal fired heaters, continuous flow
or other water heaters, gas cooker, gas
hob or gas oven) special care must be
taken, as the action of the cooker hood
extracts air from the room, which these
types of heater need for combustion.
They could also draw exhaust air back
in from chimneys or ducting in con-
travention of fire safety regulations.
In order to ensure safe operation, and to
prevent gases given off by the heating
appliances from being drawn back into
the room when the extractor and the
heater are in operation simultaneously,
an underpressure in the room of 0.04
mbar (4 pa) is the maximum permissible.
Ventilation can be maintained by air in-
lets which cannot be blocked, in win-
dows, doors and outside wall vents, or
by other technical measures, such as
ensuring that the extractor can only be
switched on when the heating ap-
pliance is switched off or vice-versa.
N.B: The overall ventilation condition of
the dwelling must be taken into ac-
count. If in any doubt, the advice of a
competent builder or, for gas, a "Corgi"
installer must be sought.
If the cooker hood is operated in recir-
culation mode (with active charcoal
filter) then the above restrictions do not
apply.
Appliances with external fans
For appliances with an external fan
motor fitted (EXT models) the con-
nection of the two units must be made
using the connection cable and the
plug connectors. Make sure the correct
combination of the two appliances has
been selected.
Separate instructions are supplied with
the external fan.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before discarding an old ap-
pliance, switch off and disconnect
it from the power supply. Cut off and
render any plug useless. Cut off the
cable directly behind the appliance to
prevent misuse.
This should be done by a competent
person.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by non-
compliance with these Warning and
Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
7

Brief description
The cooker hood works with
. . . Air extraction
The air is drawn in and cleaned by the
grease filters and then directed outside.
The cooker hood is fitted with a
non-return flap.
This flap is closed when the cooker
hood is switched off. No exchange of
room air and outside air can take
place. When the cooker hood is
switched on, the non-return flap opens
for the cooking smells to be blown
directly outside.
. . . Air recirculation:
(with air recirculation conversion kit as
an accessory)
The air is drawn in and cleaned first by
grease filters and then cleaned by ac-
tive charcoal filters. The cleaned air is
then recirculated back into the kitchen
through vents in the top of the ap-
pliance.
Before using the cooker hood for
the first time, ensure that the active
charcoal filters are in place, see
section on "Cleaning and care".
Brief description
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Description of the appliance
bJoystic
This is used to operate the fan settings
and the lighting.
cHob lighting
dMain switch
eGrease filter
fFan setting indicator lamps
Description of the appliance
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Operation
Main switch
Switch the main switch to "I". The fan
and the lighting can now be operated.
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time (e.g. whilst
on holiday) switch the appliance off by
turning the main switch to "0".
The next time it is switched on the
cooker hood will operate at the level
previously used.
Joystic
This is used to operate the fan settings
and the lighting.
To switch the fan on
Press the joystick once to the right.
The fan runs at power level "lI".
The second fan setting indicator will
light up.
To select a power level
Press the joystick repeatedly to the
right to select a higher power level
and to the left to select a lower
power level.
The relevant fan setting indicator will
light up.
Depending on the intensity of cooking
vapours, levels "I" to "III" (green indica-
tor lamps) are usually sufficient for nor-
mal cooking.
When frying or cooking food with a
strong aroma, you may wish to select the
Intensive setting (yellow indicator lamp)
for a short period.
To switch the fan off
Press the joystick repeatedly to the
left, until the fan switches off and the
fan setting indicator lamps have all
gone out.
or
Press and hold the joystick to the left.
The fan setting indicator lamps will
go out.
Operation
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Hob lighting
The hob lighting can be switched on
and off independently of the fan.
Press the joystick once to the rear to
switch it on, and back to the front to
switch it off.
Operation
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Cleaning and care
Before any cleaning or maintenance
work, disconnect the cooker hood
from the mains supply. Ensure that:
–it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug has been withdrawn
(do not pull on the cable, only on
the plug), or
–the fuse has been withdrawn from
the fused spur connection unit, or
–the mains fuse is withdrawn, or
–the screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
Housing
Warning: The surfaces and controls
are susceptible to scratches and ab-
rasion. Please observe the following
cleaning instructions.
All external surfaces and controls
can be cleaned using warm water
with a little washing up liquid applied
with a well wrung out soft sponge or
cloth.
Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
Avoid:
–cleaning agents containing soda,
acids or chlorides,
–abrasive cleaning agents e.g. pow-
der cleaners or cream cleaners, and
abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers
or sponges which have been pre-
viously used with abrasive cleaning
agents. These will damage the sur-
face material.
Grease filter
The re-usable metal grease filter in the
appliance removes solid particles from
the kitchen vapours (grease, dust, etc)
preventing soiling of the cooker hood.
Clean the grease filter when it looks
dirty, and avoid letting it become so
dirty that the filtering effect is inefficient.
To avoid a build-up of fat, it should be
cleaned every 3-4 weeks on average,
but sooner if necessary.
An over saturated filter is a fire
hazard.
Cleaning and care
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To take out the grease filter press
the locking clip in towards the
middle of the filter. Holding carefully,
lower and remove the filter. Take
care not to let the filter drop onto the
hob below.
Clean the filter
–by hand: with a nylon brush, warm
water with a little washing up liquid.
–in a dishwasher: place the filter
with the short side upright in the
lower basket.
It can be placed diagonally, if
wished. If necessary, raise the upper
basket.
Ensure the spray arm is not ob-
structed.
Note: some dishwasher detergents
may cause the surface of the metal
grease filter to discolour.
However, this will not affect the func-
tioning of the grease filter in any
way.
After cleaning, leave the filter to dry
for a while on an absorbent surface
before putting it back in place.
When removing the filter for clean-
ing, also clean off any residues of oil
or fat from the now accessible hous-
ing to prevent the risk of these catch-
ing fire.
When putting the grease filter back in
position, ensure that the locking clip is
visible facing down towards the hob.
Should the grease filter be put back
upside down:
Insert a small screwdriver into the slit to
disengage it. Do not let the filter drop
on to the hob below.
Cleaning and care
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Fitting / replacing the active
charcoal filter
If the cooker hood is connected for
recirculation, two active charcoal filters
must be inserted in addition to the
grease filter. These filters absorb nor-
mal kitchen odours.
They are fitted in the canopy above the
grease filter.
Active charcoal filters can be ob-
tained from your dealer or the Miele
Spare Parts Department.
Refer to the section "Technical data"
for type and reference number.
Before fitting or replacing the active
charcoal filters, the grease filter must
first be taken out, (see previous sec-
tion for instructions on how to do
this).
Unwrap the active charcoal filters.
Secure the active charcoal filters
using the screws enclosed.
Replace the grease filter.
Replace the active charcoal filters
when they no longer absorb kitchen
odours effectively.
They should, however, be replaced at
least every 6 months.
Cleaning and care
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Defective lighting
If the lighting is not working the
compact light tube and/or starter may
need to be changed.
Disconnect the cooker hood from
the mains supply. Ensure that:
–it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug has been withdrawn
(do not pull on the cable, only on
the plug), or
–the fuse has been withdrawn from
the fused spur connection unit, or
–the mains fuse is withdrawn; or
–the screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
Unscrew the fixing screws on the
glass cover retainers.
When doing this, push the glass
cover upwards so that it does not fall
on the hob surface.
Lower the glass cover to remove it.
Push the light tube to the left to
disengage it and then carefully pull it
down out of its holder.
Change the ’compact’light tube
(18 W) or the starter.
Clip the new ’compact’light tube into
the bracket and then carefully slide
sideways into the retainer.
Put the glass cover back into place
and secure with the glass cover
holders.
Cleaning and care
15

Appliance dimensions
*Cut-out dimensions
Appliance dimensions
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Installation
Safety regulations prohibit the fitting
of this cooker hood over a solid fuel
stove.
The minimum safety distance be-
tween the top of the cooker/hob and
the bottom of the cooker hood
should be at least:
–450 mm above electric cookers and
hobs,
–650 mm above gas cookers and
hobs,
–650 mm above an open grill from
our range.
See "Warning and Safety instruc-
tions" for further information.
A distance of 650 mm above electric
cookers / hobs may be preferable to
give more working space.
Fitting the non-return flap
(Air extraction mode only)
If a non-return flap is not present in
the venting system, the "non-return
flap" supplied must be fitted into the
exhaust connection in the motor unit.
The flaps must open upwards.
Turn the non-return flap slightly anti-
clockwise to secure it.
Installation
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Exhaust connection
A ø100 mm or ø125 mm adapter
must be fitted to the exhaust connec-
tion to suit the exhaust ducting being
used. Turn it slightly anti-clockwise
to secure it.
(see "Connection for air extraction").
Building in
The cooker hood is intended to be built-
into wall units, cooker hood housing
units, and above breakfast bars or is-
land areas.
Check prior to installation that the top
of the appliance will be accessible after
installation.
If this is not the case, install the ex-
haust ducting and prepare the electri-
cal connection before installation.
Place the appliance in the cut-out
from below and align it.
Secure the cooker hood by the
frame using 3.5 x 16 mm screws.
Preparation for extraction
Secure the vent ducting to the ex-
haust connection with a hose clip
and connect to the venting system
(see section on "Extraction").
Installation
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Preparation for recirculation
If site conditions are not suitable for the
cooker hood to be used for air extrac-
tion, the appliance must be connected
for recirculation.
The following parts, available through
your Miele Dealer or from the Miele
Spare Parts Department, are required
for operating the ap-
pliance in recircula-
tion mode:
–Conversion kit for
recirculation mode
(ø125 mm):
Exhaust grille,
ducting, hose clip.
–Active charcoal filters (see "Techni-
cal data")
Connection for recirculation
mode
When fitting the cooker hood in a
wall unit the recirculation grille c
has to be fitted in the top of the unit.
The exhaust connection band the
exhaust grille care joined together
using a suitable hose or flexible duct-
ing d.
If the front of the unit is ceiling height
(i.e, extractor canopies, ceiling
mounted units) then an appropriate
cut-out must be made in the front
panel e.
When fitting the ventilation grille
make sure that the slats in the grille
point towards the centre of the room
and not towards a wall or the ceiling.
Install the active charcoal filters (see
"Cleaning and care").
Installation
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Fitting the joystic
Fit the lower section of the joystick
onto the stub and secure in position
with the screw supplied and a spring
washer but do not tighten the screw.
Turn the lower section around, until
the msymbol is facing the front.
Then tighten the screw with a 3 mm
allen key. Whilst doing so, counter-
hold the base of the joystick with an
SW 9 spanner.
Joystic extension
The joystick can be extended if
required.
Whilst counterholding the base of
the joystick with an SW 9 spanner,
secure the joystick extension to the
stub using a spring washer in be-
tween them, as shown.
Then attach the lower section of the
joystick as previously described,
turn the msymbol to the front and
then tighten the screw up.
Installation
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