This document is a user manual for the Zanussi ZHG51251G Cooker Hood, providing essential information on safety, installation, daily use, and maintenance.
Function Description
The Zanussi ZHG51251G is a cooker hood designed for domestic use above hobs, cookers, and similar cooking devices. Its primary function is to extract smoke, steam, and cooking odors from the kitchen, ensuring good air ventilation. The hood operates with a fan to draw air and can be equipped with grease filters and charcoal filters for air purification. It also includes a light to illuminate the cooking surface.
Important Technical Specifications
- Power (Lamp): 4W
- Socket (Lamp): E14
- Voltage (Lamp): 220-240V
- Dimensions (Lamp): 37 x 100 mm (diameter x length)
- ILCOS D Code (Lamp): DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100
- Minimum Distance from Hob Surface: At least 65 cm (unless otherwise specified in installation instructions).
- Maximum Vacuum Generated in Room (when operating with other appliances): Should not exceed 0.04 mbar.
- Electrical Connection: Requires an isolating device for complete disconnection from the mains at all poles, complying with overvoltage category III. Fixed wiring must incorporate disconnection means according to wiring rules.
- Charcoal Filter Replacement: Approximately every 4-6 months, or more frequently with heavy usage. Charcoal filters are non-washable and cannot be regenerated.
- Grease Filter Cleaning: Regularly (at least every 2 months). Grease filters can be washed in a dishwasher on a low temperature, short cycle.
Usage Features
The cooker hood features a simple control panel with two switches:
- Light Switch (1): To switch the light on and off, independently of other hood functions, to illuminate the cooking surface.
- Fan Speed Switch (2): To switch between different fan speed levels (0, 1, 2, 3).
- Speed 1: Recommended for heating up food, cooking with covered pots.
- Speed 2: Recommended for cooking with covered pots on multiple cooking zones or burners, gentle frying.
- Speed 3: Recommended for boiling and frying large quantities of food without a lid, cooking on multiple cooking zones or burners.
- Indicator (3): Indicates if the hood is operating.
- Operation: To operate, move the fan speed switch to the desired level. To turn off, move the switch to position 0.
- Post-Cooking Operation: It is recommended to leave the hood operating for approximately 15 minutes after cooking to ensure complete extraction of residual fumes and odors.
Maintenance Features
Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the appliance's performance and safety.
- General Cleaning:
- Clean the appliance regularly with a soft cloth to prevent surface deterioration.
- Use warm water and a mild, neutral detergent.
- Do not use abrasive detergents, brushes, steam cleaners, water spray, harsh abrasive cleaners, or sharp metal scrapers, as these can damage the surface.
- Clean the interior of the appliance with a cloth.
- After cooking, allow the appliance to cool down and dry with a clean cloth or paper towels to avoid stains.
- Grease Filter Cleaning:
- Grease filters are mounted with clips and pins.
- To remove: Press the handle of the mounting clip (1), slightly tilt the front of the filter downwards (2), then pull.
- Clean filters using a sponge with non-abrasive detergents or in a dishwasher (low temperature, short cycle). Discoloration of the grease filter in the dishwasher is normal and does not affect performance.
- To remount: Follow the removal steps in reverse order.
- Filters must be replaced at least every four months.
- Charcoal Filter Replacement:
- Charcoal filters are non-washable and non-regenerable.
- To replace: First, remove the grease filters. Turn the charcoal filter counterclockwise (1) and then pull (2).
- Replace approximately every 4-6 months, or more frequently for heavy usage.
- Lamp Replacement:
- Safety Warning: Disconnect the appliance from electricity and ensure the light bulb has cooled down before touching it. Use protective gloves.
- The lamp cover has two slots. Gently remove the cover using a flat, non-sharp plastic tool.
- Replace the lamp with one matching the specified technical specifications (4W, E14, 220-240V, 37x100mm, ILCOS D Code DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100).
- Mount the lamp cover back.
The manual emphasizes several safety warnings:
- Children and Vulnerable People Safety: Appliance can be used by children aged 8+ and persons with reduced capabilities if supervised and instructed. Children under 8 or with extensive disabilities need continuous supervision. Keep packaging away from children. Children should not clean or maintain the appliance without supervision.
- General Safety: For domestic use only. Disconnect from power supply before maintenance. Accessible parts can become hot. Use only supplied fixing screws. Minimum distance from hob must be maintained. Air discharge must comply with regulations. Ensure good room ventilation to prevent backflow of gases from other appliances. Do not block ventilation openings. Do not convey air into ducts used for other appliances. Maximum vacuum in the room should not exceed 0.04 mbar when operating with other appliances. Do not damage the mains cable; contact service for replacement. Electrical installation must have an isolating device. Do not flambé under the appliance. Do not exhaust hazardous or explosive materials.
- Electrical Safety: Installation by a qualified person only. Do not install or use a damaged appliance. Follow installation instructions. Use safety gloves and enclosed footwear when moving the heavy appliance. Remove all packaging before installation. Do not install exhaust air into a wall cavity unless designed for it. All electrical connections by a qualified electrician. Ensure rating plate parameters match mains power supply. Appliance must be earthed if the symbol is not present. Use a shockproof socket. Do not tangle the mains cable, use multi-plug adapters, or extension cables. Do not connect if the mains socket is loose. Always pull the mains plug, not the cable, to disconnect. Ensure shock protection of live parts. Connect appliance at the end of installation, ensuring mains access.
- Usage Warnings: For cooking purposes only. Do not change specifications. Do not operate with wet hands or when in contact with water. Use only supplied accessories. Keep flames/heated objects away from fats/oils. Do not use uncovered electric grills. Do not use as a storage surface. Do not use optical devices to look at the lighting.
- Service: Contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs and use original spare parts only.
- Lamps: Lamps inside the product and spare lamps are intended for extreme physical conditions in household appliances or to signal operational status, not for household room illumination.
Environmental Concerns
Recycle packaging materials. Dispose of electrical and electronic appliances at local recycling facilities or municipal offices, not with household waste, as indicated by the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol.
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