5
Cleaning
WARNING
To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or personal
injury:
Turn off power to the hood at the circuit breaker •
panel or fuse box before cleaning.
Clean the hood only in the manner specified.•
Use only the types of cleaning solutions specified in •
this manual.
Thoroughly dry the filter(s) immediately after •
cleaning.
Turn off the cooktop or range and make sure that •
the appliance and range hood are cool before
cleaning.
CAUTION
Always wipe stainless steel (silver colored) surfaces •
with the grain. To prevent scratching, do not use
abrasive cleaners or scrubbers on stainless steel or
glass surfaces.
To avoid damage to the blower system, do •
not reinstall damaged filters (see page 6 for
replacement part numbers).
Proper cleaning is necessary to ensure safe
operation and maintain hood performance and
appearance. The frequency of cleaning should
be adjusted according to the type and amount of
cooking. Best results will be achieved by cleaning
soiled components as soon as possible.
Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces
Clean stainless steel surfaces with a mild solution
of detergent or dishwashing soap and warm water.
Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
You may also use Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner.
Use it according to the directions on the package.
Cleaning the Light Lens
Use a mild glass cleaner to remove smudges on
the light fixture lens. You can also clean it with
Dacor Cook Top Cleaning Creme. Use it according
to the directions on the package.
Cleaning the Filter(s)
Clean the filter a minimum of every two
months. To help remind you to clean the
filter(s), the control panel will flash after
30 hours of blower operation. Touch the
timer reset key to reset.
Care and Cleaning
Removing the Filter
The filter
A
is located on the bottom of the hood,
directly above the cooking surface.
Hold the filter in place with one hand and pull 1.
back on the release lever B with the other.
While pulling back on the release lever, lower the 2.
filter out of the hood. On hoods with more than
one filter, remove, clean and replace all of the
filters.
Cleaning the Filter
Hand wash the filter in hot water with a mild
detergent solution or dishwashing soap. You can
also place it in an automatic dishwasher. Dry the
filter completely before reinstalling.
Reinstalling the Filter:
Insert tabs on the end of the filter opposite the 1.
release lever into the slots toward the back of
the hood (above the hood rim). The release lever
must be facing down.
Pull back on the release lever while sliding the 2.
free end of the filter into the filter opening.
Release the lever.3.
B
A