Electrolux Dce5260hm Stainless Steel Cooker Hood User Manual (+ PDF)

User Manual
Cooker Hood

DCK5281HG/DCE5260HM
DCE5960HM

Contents hide

1 DCE5260HM Stainless Steel Cooker Hood

2 SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION

3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

4 DAILY USE

5 CARE AND CLEANING

6 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

7 Documents / Resources

7.1 References

8 Related Posts

DCE5260HM Stainless Steel Cooker Hood

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, and Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information

SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION

WARNING!
Refer to the separate Installation Instructions booklet for Safety
Information and Installation. Read carefully the Safety chapters before any use or maintenance of the appliance.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

2.1 Control panel overview

	Function	Description
1	Lamp	Turns the lights on and off.
2	First speed / Off	The motor switches to the first speed level. Second press turns off the appliance.
3	Second speed	The motor switches to the second speed level.
4	Third speed	The motor switches to the third speed level.
5	Maximum speed	The motor switches to maximum speed level. After 5 minutes appliance switches to third speed.
6	Filter notification	Reminds to change or clean the charcoal filter and clean the grease filter.
7	Hob²Hood	Indicator of the function to control hood from the hob. For some models the symbol present on the control panel.

DAILY USE

3.1 Using the hood
Check the recommended speed according to the table below.

	While heating up food, cook with covered pots.
	While cooking with covered pots on multiple cooking zones or burners, gentle frying.
	While boiling and frying big quantities of food without a lid, cooking on multi-play cooking zones or burners.
	While boiling and frying big quantities of food without a lid, big humidity.

It is recommended to leave the hood operating for approximately 15 minutes after cooking.

To operate the hood:

Press the first-speed button to switch on the appliance.
If needed, change the speed by pressing the desired button.
The hood’s light works independently of other hood functions. To illuminate the cooking surface press the light button. To change the light intensity touch and hold the symbol again. To change the light intensity press the button continuously.

To turn off the appliance press the first speed button again.

3.2 Hob²Hood function
It is an automatic function that connects the hob with a hood. Both the hob and the hood have an infrared signal communicator. The speed of the fan is defined automatically on basis of the mode setting and the temperature of the hottest cookware on the hob. You can also operate the fan using the hob manually.
The function can be activated from the panel of the hob.

For more information on how to use the function refer to the hob user manual.

3.3 Filter notification
The filter alarm reminds to change or clean the charcoal filter and clean the grease filter. The filter indicator is turned on for 30 seconds if the grease filter must be cleaned. The filter indicator flashes for 30 seconds if the charcoal filter must be replaced or cleaned.
Refer to cleaning the grease filter in the care and cleaning chapter.
Refer to cleaning the charcoal filter or replacing the charcoal filter in the care and cleaning chapter.

To reset the function press the button for 3 seconds.

To activate or deactivate function:

To activate the function press the button for 3 seconds.
If the function is activated, the indicator flashes two times.
To deactivate the function press the button for 3 seconds.
If the function is deactivated, the indicator flashes one.

3.4 Remote-control
The appliance is supplied with a remotecontrol.
The connection is originally enabled.
To connect or disconnect remotecontrol:

Switch off the appliance.
Press the for 3 seconds. The indicator on the control panel flashes twice if function is enabled and once if disabled.

CARE AND CLEANING

4.1 Notes on cleaning

	Do not use abrasive detergents and brushes. Clean the surface of the appliance with a soft cloth with warm water and mild detergent.
	After cooking some parts of the appliance can get hot. To avoid stains ap‐ the appliance must be cooled down and dried with a clean cloth or paper towels.
	Clean stains with a mild detergent.

	Clean the appliance and grease filters each month. Clean the interior and grease filters carefully from fat. Fat accumulation or another residue may cause a fire. Follow the instructions for cleaning the accessories when the filter notification is on. Refer to Filter notification in the daily use chapter.
	Grease filters can be washed in a dishwasher. The dishwasher must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. The grease filter may discolor, it has no influence on the performance of the appliance.
	The time of saturation of the charcoal filter varies depending on the type of cooking and the regularity of cleaning the grease filter. The charcoal filter is washable, clean or regenerates the filter after approximately every two months. Refer to the leaflet included in the accessory.

4.2 Cleaning the grease filter
Filters are mounted with the use of clips and pins on the opposite side.
To clean the filter:

Pull the cover to open it.
Press the handle of the mounting clip on the filter panel underneath the hood (1).
Slightly tilt the front of the filter downwards (2), then pull.
Repeat the first two steps for all filters.
Clean the filters using a sponge with nonabrasive detergents or in a dishwasher.
The dishwasher must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. The grease filter may discolour, it has no influence on the performance of the appliance.
To mount the filters back follow the first two steps in reverse order. Repeat the steps for all filters if applicable.

4.3 Cleaning the charcoal filter
To remove the filter:

Remove the grease filters from the appliance.
Refer to “Cleaning the grease filter” in this chapter.
Remove the clips holding the filter bed (1), then the filter bed (2).
Wash the filter bed in hot water without using detergent or use a dishwasher.
Set the dishwasher without using rinse aids or any other detergents. The dishwasher cannot be filled with dishes.
Leave the filter bed to dry or use an oven.
WARNING!
Risk of burns! Refer to the safety chapter in the oven user manual.
Set the oven for 10 minutes at the maximum temperature of 60°C.
To install the filter, perform the steps in reverse order. The filter has to be fully dried before installing it back into the appliance.
Replace the filter bed every 2 years or when the cloth is damaged.

4.4 Replacing the lamp
This appliance is supplied with a LED lamp and separate control gear (LED driver). These parts can be replaced by a technician only. In case of any malfunction refer to “Service” in the “Safety Instructions” chapter.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol.
Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.