Miele DA 6596 W User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Ventilation Hood
To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must read
these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the
first time.
en-US M.-Nr. 11 743 460

Contents
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 4
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 13
Description of functions ................................................................................... 14
Con@ctivity 2.0 function...................................................................................... 15
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 16
Operation (Automatic mode) ............................................................................ 18
Cooking with Con@ctivity 2.0 (Automatic mode) ................................................ 18
Temporarily exiting Automatic mode................................................................... 20
Resuming Automatic mode................................................................................. 20
Operation (Manual mode) ................................................................................. 21
Cooking without Con@ctivity 2.0 (Manual mode) ............................................... 21
Turning on the blower.......................................................................................... 21
Selecting the power level .................................................................................... 21
Selecting the delayed shutdown time ................................................................. 21
Turning off the blower.......................................................................................... 21
Turning the overhead lighting on/off.................................................................... 21
Power management ............................................................................................ 22
Safety shut-off..................................................................................................... 23
Operation (Automatic and Manual modes) ..................................................... 24
Filter saturation indicator..................................................................................... 24
Adjusting the grease filter filter saturation indicator ....................................... 24
Activating/changing the charcoal filter saturation indicator ........................... 25
Checking the filter saturation indicator........................................................... 25
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 26
Stainless steel housing........................................................................................ 26
Important information for appliances with lacquered casing......................... 26
Panels and grease filters for edge extraction ...................................................... 27
OdorFree Charcoal Filter ..................................................................................... 30
Resetting the filter saturation counter for the filter......................................... 31
Disposing of charcoal filters ........................................................................... 31
Installation.......................................................................................................... 32
Before installation................................................................................................ 32
Removing the protective film............................................................................... 32
Installation materials............................................................................................ 32
Appliance dimensions ......................................................................................... 34
Distance between cooktop and ventilation hood (S)........................................... 35
Installation recommendations ............................................................................. 36

Contents
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Drilling diagram for wall mounting....................................................................... 36
Plywood backing ................................................................................................ 37
To install a plywood backing .............................................................................. 37
Air venting .......................................................................................................... 38
Non-return flap .................................................................................................... 38
Condensate ......................................................................................................... 39
Reducing Collar .................................................................................................. 39
Electrical connection ........................................................................................ 40
Activating Con@ctivity 2.0 ................................................................................ 41
Installation of the Con@ctivity 2.0 stick............................................................... 41
Activating the Con@ctivity 2.0 function............................................................... 41
Activating the ventilation hood....................................................................... 41
Activating the cooktop ................................................................................... 42
Activation failed.............................................................................................. 42
Deactivating Con@ctivity 2.0............................................................................... 42
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 43
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 43
Location of the data plate ................................................................................... 43
MieleCare ............................................................................................................ 43
Technical data................................................................................................... 44
Optional accessories for recirculation mode....................................................... 44

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance complies with current safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and
material damage.
Read all instructions before installing or using the appliance for the
first time. Only use the appliance for its intended purpose.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them
on to any future user.
Appropriate use
 CAUTION: For General Ventilating Use Only. Do Not Use To
Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Materials And Vapors.
 This appliance is intended for residential use only. Use only as
described in these operating instructions.
 This ventilation hood is not intended for outdoor use.
 It must only be used to extract and clean vapors produced during
cooking. Any other use occurs at the owner's own risk.
 This appliance is suitable for installation above gas or electric
cooking surfaces.
 Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or
experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision
or instruction by a responsible person.

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Safety with children
 Children must be kept away from the ventilation hood unless they
are constantly supervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the hood and do not let
them play with it.
 Danger of suffocation. While playing, children may become
entangled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it
over their head, presenting the risk of suffocation. Keep packaging
material away from children.
Technical safety
 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Use this appliance only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact Miele.
- 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.
 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and
repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
 A damaged ventilation hood can be dangerous. Always check for
visible signs of damage. Never use a damaged ventilation hood.
 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.

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 Reliable and safe operation of this hood can only be guaranteed if
it has been connected to the electrical supply.
 To avoid damaging the ventilation hood, make sure that the
connection data (voltage and frequency) on the data plate
correspond to the building's power supply before connecting the
appliance.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
 Do not use a power bar or extension cord to connect the
ventilation hood to electricity. These are a fire hazard and do not
guarantee the required level of appliance safety.
 To ensure safe operation, only use the ventilation hood after it has
been properly installed.
 This ventilation hood may not be used in non-stationary locations
(e.g. on a ship).
 Adequate ventilation must be provided when the hood is operated
simultaneously with devices that burn gas or other fuels.
 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.
 Defective components should be replaced by Miele original parts
only. Only with these parts can safety of the appliance be assured as
intended by the manufacturer.
 If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a
qualified service technician.

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 During installation, maintenance, and repair work, the ventilation
hood must be disconnected from the electrical supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply if one of the following
applies:
- The circuit breakers on the electrical service panel are tripped.
- The screw-type fuses on the electrical service panel have been
removed.
- The power cord (if present) has been unplugged from the socket
(pull the plug not the cord).
Correct 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.
 Open flames are a fire hazard.
The use of an open flame under the ventilation hood is not
permitted. To avoid the danger of fire, do not flambé or grill over an
open flame. When switched on, the ventilation hood could draw
flames into the filter. Fat deposits could ignite, presenting a fire
hazard.

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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 Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.
 The ventilation hood may become damaged if exposed to
excessive heat from a gas cooktop.
- When using the ventilation hood over a gas cooktop, ensure that
any burners in use are always covered by cookware. Turn burners
off when removing the cookware, even if doing so for just a short
time.
- Select cookware that is suitable for the size of the burner.
- Adjust the flame so that it never extends up the sides of the
cookware.
- Avoid overheating the cookware (e.g., when cooking with a wok).
 Always turn the ventilation hood on whenever a burner is in use to
prevent damage from condensation.

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 Overheated oil and fat can ignite, causing fire damage to the
ventilation hood.
Do not leave cookware, pans, and deep-fat fryers unattended when
cooking with oil or fat. Similarly, never leave an open flame
unattended when grilling.
 Fat and debris deposits impair the proper functioning of the
ventilation hood.
To ensure that cooking vapors are properly cleaned, never use the
ventilation hood without the grease filters in place.
 There is a risk of fire if cleaning is not completed according to the
instructions in this manual.
 Please note that the heat rising from the stovetop during cooking
can cause the ventilation hood to become very hot.
Do not touch the housing or the grease filters until the ventilation
hood has cooled down.

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Proper 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.
 To determine whether a ventilation hood may be operated above
your cooking appliance, please refer to the information provided by
the appliance's manufacturer.
 Safety regulations prohibit the installation of a ventilation hood
over solid fuel stoves.
 An insufficient safety distance between the cooktop and the
ventilation hood can result in damage to the ventilation hood.
The minimum safety distances between the top of the cooktop and
the bottom of the ventilation hood given in the “Installation” section
of this booklet must be observed, unless the cooktop manufacturer
states that a greater safety distance is required.
If more than one cooking appliance is installed beneath the
ventilation hood, and they have different minimum safety distances
to the ventilation hood, select the greater distance.

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 Be sure to observe the information contained in the “Installation”
section when mounting the ventilation hood.
 Components can have sharp edges which may cause injury.
Wear gloves to protect your hands.
 When installing the exhaust duct, only use pipes or tubes made of
non-flammable material. These can be obtained from your Miele
dealer or from Miele Technical Service.
 Exhaust air should not be vented into a chimney or vent flue which
is otherwise in use and should not be channeled into ducting which
ventilates rooms with fuel-burning installations.
 If exhaust air is to be extracted into a chimney or ventilation duct
no longer used for other purposes, seek professional advice.
 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.
Cleaning and maintenance
 Never use a steam cleaner to clean the ventilation hood.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short
circuit.
Accessories
 Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty will become void.

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FCC Declaration of Conformity
 These devices comply with FCC Rules Part 15. This equipment
has been tested and found to be in compliance with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules of
Operation and is subject to the following conditions:
These devices may not cause harmful interference.
These devices must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
 This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 8" (20cm) between
the radiator and your body.
Industry Canada Statement
 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
Radio Noise Emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Complies with Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of the packing
material
The cardboard box and packing
materials protect the appliance during
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children.
Danger of suffocation!
Disposal of your old appliance
Do not dispose of this appliance with
your household waste.
Old appliances may contain materials
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Before discarding an old appliance
ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for disposal.
Unplug it from the outlet, cut off its
power cord and remove any doors to
prevent hazards.

Description of functions
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The following functions are available on
your ventilation hood, depending on the
model:
Extraction mode
The air is drawn into the ventilation
hood. It is then cleaned by the edge
extraction panels and the grease filters
and directed outside.
Recirculation mode
(Only DA 6596W requires a
Recirculation kit and OdorFree Charcoal
Filter (available as optional
accessories); see “Technical data” for
more information.)
The air is drawn in and cleaned first by
the edge extraction panels and the
grease filters, and then by a charcoal
filter. The cleaned air is then
recirculated back into the kitchen.

Description of functions
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Con@ctivity 2.0 function
Automatic control
This hood features a communication
function which enables the automatic
control of the hood based on the
operational status of a Miele induction
cooktop.
To enable the communication function,
the cooktop must be equipped with the
corresponding Con@ctivity 2.0 stick .
Please refer to the installation
instructions for the Con@ctivity 2.0
stick to determine whether connection
to your cooktop is possible.
There must be radio contact between
the cooktop and the hood for you to be
able to use the Con@ctivity 2.0 function
(see “Activating Con@ctivity 2.0”).
The cooktop transmits information
about its operational status to the hood
using a radio signal.
- When a burner is turned on, the
cooktop lighting on the hood turns on
automatically. After a brief delay, the
ventilation hood fan also comes on.
- During cooking, the hood
automatically selects the fan level
based on the number of burners in
operation and their power levels.
- Once you have turned off the
cooktop, the fan and the lighting will
turn off automatically after a
predetermined delay.
Detailed information about this function
can be found under “Operation.”

Guide to the appliance
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Guide to the appliance
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aTelescopic chimney
bChimney
cCanopy
dControl panel
eGrease filter
fEdge extraction panels
Optional accessories
DRP 6590W glass (3 elements)
DRP 6590W stainless steel (3 elements)
DRP 6520W glass (4 elements)
DRP 6520W stainless steel (4 elements)
gRecirculation vent
(only for recirculation mode)
hCooktop lighting
iOdorFree Charcoal Filter
Optional accessory for recirculation mode
jButton for cooktop lighting
kOn/Off button for fan
lButtons for setting the fan power
mButton for delayed shut-down function
nFilter saturation indicator

Operation (Automatic mode)
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When Con@ctivity 2.0 is active, the
hood always operates in Automatic
mode (see “Activating Con@ctivity 2.0”).
See “Cooking without Con@ctivity 2.0”
for information on manually operating
the hood.
Cooking with Con@ctivity 2.0
(Automatic mode)
Turn on a burner to the desired power
setting.
Overhead cooktop lighting.
After a few seconds, the fan will come
on, briefly operating at power level 2
before immediately switching to level 1.
The hood selects the fan level
automatically during cooking.
This level is determined by the total
output of the cooktop, i.e. the number
of burners in operation and the power
settings selected.
If you select a higher power setting
on the cooktop or switch on multiple
burners, the hood will switch to a
higher fan level.
If you select a lower power setting on
the cooktop or turn off a burner, the
hood will accordingly switch to a
lower fan level.
Examples for fan levels 1 to 4
Reaction time
Changing the power setting on the
cooktop does not lead to an immediate
increase or decrease in cooking vapors.
For this reason, the hood reacts with a
slight delay.
Delays can also result from the fact that
the cooktop transmits the information to
the hood in intervals.
The reaction time can vary from a few
seconds to a couple of minutes.

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Cooking process
If, for example, you switch on a
burner at the highest power setting to
heat cookware in preparation for
searing and then reduce the power
level after approx. 60 to 90 seconds,
a cooking process is recognized.
The hood turns on automatically and,
after the cooktop power level has been
reduced, switches back to fan level 3,
where it remains for approx. 5minutes.
After this, the fan level is once again
determined by the Con@ctivity function.
You can also manually select a
different fan level before then.
Switching off
Turn off all burners.
Over the next few minutes, the
ventilation hood blower setting will
decrease one level at a time until the
hood eventually turns off.
This helps to neutralize any lingering
vapors and odors in the air.
- From the Booster setting, the blower
switches immediately to level3.
- From level 3, it will switch to level 2
after approx. 1minute.
- From level 2, it will switch to level 1
after 2minutes.
- After 2minutes at level 1, the blower
automatically turns off.
- After another 30seconds, the
overhead lighting turns off.
The cooking process is then finished.

Operation (Automatic mode)
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Temporarily exiting Automatic
mode
To temporarily exit the Automatic mode
when cooking:
Manually select a different fan level,
or
Manually turn the hood off, or
Activate the Delayed shut down
function  on the ventilation hood.
The fan turns off after the delay time
selected, and the lighting will remain
on.
The ventilation hood functions can now
be operated manually (see “Cooking
without Con@ctivity 2.0”).
Resuming Automatic mode
The ventilation hood resumes
Automatic mode:
If the ventilation hood has not been
used for a period of approx.
5minutes after the manual selection
of a fan level, or
If the manually selected fan level
once again matches the automatic
setting, or
If the ventilation hood fan and the
cooktop have been turned off for at
least 30 seconds.
Automatic mode will resume the next
time the cooktop is turned on.
If you wish to manually operate the
ventilation hood for a complete
cooking process, turn on the
ventilation hood fan before turning
on the cooktop.
If the ventilation hood and the
cooktop have been turned off for at
least 30 seconds after you have
finished cooking, Automatic mode
will resume the next time the cooktop
is turned on.