Philco APIA 60 User manual

RANGE HOOD
USER'S MANUAL
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APIA 60

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Dear customer,
Thank you for buying a PHILCO brand product. So that your appliance serves you well, please read all
the instructions in this user's manual.

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Contents
PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................4
Caution .............................................................................................................................4
PART 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE......................................6
PART 3: INSTALLATION ........................................................................7
Use ...................................................................................................................................7
Electrical connection ........................................................................................................8
Mounting...........................................................................................................................8
PART 4: OPERATION ...........................................................................15
PART 5: MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING .........................................16
Cleaning .........................................................................................................................16
Grease filter....................................................................................................................16
Charcoal filter (filter version only)...................................................................................17
Replacing lamps.............................................................................................................17
PART 6: BEFORE YOU CALL THE SERVICE CENTRE .....................18
PART 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................19

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PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Closely follow the instructions set out in this manual. All responsibility, for any eventual inconveniences,
damages or fires caused by not complying with the instructions in this manual, is declined. The hood is
conceived for the suction of cooking fumes and steam and is destined only for domestic use.
! It is important to conserve this booklet for consultation at any moment. In the case of sale, cession or
move, make sure it is together with the product.
! Read the instructions carefully: there is important information about installation, use and safety.
! Do not carry out electrical or mechanical variations on the product or on the discharge conduits.
! Before proceeding with the installation of the appliance verify that there are no damaged all components.
Otherwise contact your dealer and do not proceed with the installation.
Note: the elements marked with the symbol “(*)” are optional accessories supplied only with some models or
elements to purchase, not supplied.
Caution
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, disconnect hood from the
mains by removing the plug or disconnecting the mains electrical supply.
Always wear work gloves for all installation and maintenance operations.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
Children shall not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the
appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
The premises where the appliance is installed must be sufficiently
ventilated, when the kitchen hood is used together with other gas
combustion devices or other fuels.
The hood must be regularly cleaned on both the inside and outside (AT
LEAST ONCE A MONTH).
This must be completed in accordance with the maintenance instructions
provided in this manual. Failure to follow the instructions provided in this
user guide regarding the cleaning of the hood and filters will lead to the
risk of fires.
The flaming of foods beneath the hood itself is severely prohibited.
The use of exposed flames is detrimental to the filters and may cause a fire risk, and must therefore be avoided
in all circumstances.
Any frying must be done with care in order to make sure that the oil does not overheat and ignite.

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CAUTION: Accessible parts of the hood may become hot when used with cooking appliances.
For lamp replacement use only lamp type indicated in the Maintenance/Replacing lamps section of this manual.
WARNING! Do not connect the appliance to the mains until the installation is fully complete.
With regards to the technical and safety measures to be adopted for fume discharging it is important to closely
follow the regulations provided by the local authorities.
The ducting system for this appliance must not be connected to any existing ventilation system which is being
used for any other purpose such as discharging exhaust fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
Do not use or leave the hood without the lamp correctly mounted due to the possible risk of electric shocks.
Never use the hood without effectively mounted grids.
The hood must NEVER be used as a support surface unless specifically indicated.
Use only the fixing screws supplied with the product for installation or, if not supplied, purchase the correct
screws type.
Use the correct length for the screws which are identified in the Installation Guide.
In case of doubt, consult an authorised service assistance centre or similar qualified person.
WARNING! Failure to install the screws or fixing device in accordance with these instructions may result in
electrical hazards.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product.
The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this
appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point
for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local
environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For further detailed information regarding the process, collection and recycling of this product, please contact
the appropriate department of your local authorities or the local department for household waste or the shop
where you purchased this product.
Appliance designed, tested and manufactured according to:
• Safety: EN/IEC 60335-1; EN/IEC 60335-2-31, EN/IEC 62233.
• Performance: EN/IEC 61591; ISO 5167-1; ISO 5167-3; ISO 5168; EN/IEC 60704-1; EN/IEC 60704-2-13;
EN/IEC 60704-3; ISO 3741; EN 50564; IEC 62301.
• EMC: EN 55014-1; CISPR 14-1; EN 55014-2; CISPR 14-2; EN/IEC 61000-3-2; EN/IEC 61000-3-3.
Suggestions for a correct use in order to reduce the environmental impact: Switch ON the hood at minimum
speed when you start cooking and kept it running for few minutes after cooking is finished. Increase the speed
only in case of large amount of smoke and vapour and use boost speed(s) only in extreme situations. Replace
the charcoal filter(s) when necessary to maintain a good odour reduction efficiency. Clean the grease filter(s)
when necessary to maintain a good grease filter efficiency. Use the maximum diameter of the ducting system
indicated in this manual to optimize efficiency and minimize noise.

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PART 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
1. Control panel
2. Grease filter
3. Halogen lamp
4. Vapour catcher

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PART 3: INSTALLATION
Use
The hood is designed to be used either for exhausting or filter version.
Ducting version
In this case the fumes are conveyed outside of the building by means of a special pipe connected with the
connection ring located on top of the hood.
Attention! The exhausting pipe is not supplied and must be purchased apart.
Diameter of the exhausting pipe must be equal to that of the connection ring.
Attention! If the hood is supplied with active charcoal filter, then it must be removed.
Connect the hood and discharge holes on the walls with a diameter equivalent to the air outlet (connection
flange).
Using the tubes and discharge holes on walls with smaller dimensions will cause a diminution of the suction
performance and a drastic increase in noise.
Any responsibility in the matter is therefore declined.
! Use a duct of the minimum indispensible length.
! Use a duct with as few elbows as possible (maximum elbow angle: 90°).
! Avoid drastic changes in the duct cross-section.
Filter version
The aspirated air will be degreased and deodorised before being fed back into the room.
In order to use the hood in this version, you have to install a system of additional filtering based on activated
charcoal.

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Electrical connection
The mains power supply must correspond to the rating indicated on the plate situated inside the hood. If
provided with a plug connect the hood to a socket in compliance with current regulations and positioned in an
accessible area, after installation. If it not fitted with a plug (direct mains connection) or if the plug is not located
in an accessible area, after installation, apply a double pole switch in accordance with standards which
assures the complete disconnection of the mains under conditions relating to over-current category III, in
accordance with installation instructions.
Warning! Before re-connecting the hood circuit to the mains supply and checking the efficient function, always
check that the mains cable is correctly assembled.
The hood is provided with a special power cable ; if the cable is damaged, request a new one from Technical
Service.
Mounting
Before beginning installation:
• Check that the product purchased is of a suitable size for the chosen installation area.
• Remove the charcoal (*) filter/s if supplied (see also relative paragraph). This/these is/are to be mounted
only if you want lo use the hood in the filtering version.
• Check (for transport reasons) that there is no other supplied material inside the hood (e.g. packets with
screws (*), guarantees (*), etc.), eventually removing them and keeping them.
This hood is designed for fitting in a cabinet or on some other support.
The minimum distance between the supporting surface for the cooking equipment on the hob and the lowest
part of the range hood must be not less than 50cm from electric cookers and 65cm from gas or mixed cookers.
If the instructions for installation for the gas hob specify a greater distance, this must be adhered to.

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PART 4: OPERATION
The hood is fitted with a control panel with aspiration speed selection control and a light switch to control
cooking area lights.
a. ON/OFF light switch
b. Speed 1/OFF switch
c. 2-speed selection
d. 3-speed selection

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PART 5: MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Cleaning
Clean using ONLY the cloth dampened with neutral liquid detergent. DO NOT CLEAN WITH TOOLS OR
INSTRUMENTS. Do not use abrasive products. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL!
Grease filter
Traps cooking grease particles.
The grease filter must be cleaned once a month using non aggressive detergents, either by hand or in the
dishwasher, which must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. When washed in a dishwasher, the
grease filter may discolour slightly, but this does not affect its filtering capacity.
To remove the grease filter, pull the spring release handle.

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Charcoal filter (filter version only)
It absorbs unpleasant odours caused by cooking.
The saturation of the charcoal filter occurs after more or less prolonged use, depending on the type of cooking
and the regularity of cleaning of the grease filter.
In any case it is necessary to replace the cartridge at least every four months.
The charcoal filter may NOT be washed or regenerated.
Replacing lamps
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity.
Warning! Prior to touching the light bulbs ensure they are cooled down.
Replace the old light bulb with the one of the same type as specified in the feature label or near the light lamp
on the hood.
Extract the drawer completely.
Remove the grill.
Replace the damaged lamp.
Use Ø35mm E14 28W halogen candle lamps only.
Put the grill back.
If the lights do not work, make sure that the lamps are fitted properly into their housings before you call for
technical assistance.

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PART 6: BEFORE YOU CALL THE SERVICE CENTRE
If the appliance is not working as it should check the following recommendations for resolving the most
common problems.
If the problem persists or it is not included in the table below, turn off the appliance and disconnect it from the
power socket and contact an authorised service centre.
Problem Solution
The range hood is not working.
Check that the power plug is properly inserted in a
properly grounded power socket with the parameters 220
– 240 V ~ 50 Hz.
Check that the motor power switch is in the "On" position.
The lights are not working.
Check that the power plug is properly inserted in a
properly grounded power socket with the parameters 220
– 240 V ~ 50 Hz.
Check that the motor power switch is in the "On" position.
Check whether the light bulb or fl uorescent tube is
broken.
Exhaust power is weak.
Check whether the aluminium fi lters are dirty.
Check the air outlet, it should be open.
Check whether the carbon fi lter is not too dirty.
The range hood does not extract the air
directly out (for models without an exhaust).
Check whether the aluminium fi lters are dirty.
Check whether the carbon fi lter is not too dirty.
ATTENTION:
Use the range hood together with the stove. This will ensure the correct air exhaust. We recommend
to leave the range hood running a few minutes longer than the stove to ensure that all odours are
extracted.

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PART 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Low speed Air flow (m³/h) 240
Noise level (dba) 60
Medium speed Air flow (m³/h) 304
Noise level (dba) 65
High speed Air flow (m³/h) 384
Noise level (dba) 71
Pressure (Pa): 199
Power (W): 105
Input Voltage: 220-240V ~ 50/60 Hz
Air outlet diameter:12 cm