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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions
Do not use steel-wool pads or other
abrasive cleaners. They will scratch
the surface.
Clean grease-laden surfaces of the hood
frequently. To clean the hood surface, use
a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent
suitable for painted surfaces. About one
tablespoon of ammonia may be added to
the water. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to
remove soap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth.
NOTE: When cleaning, take care not to
come in contact with filters and other
non-enameled surfaces.
CAUTION: When cleaning
the hood surfaces, be certain that you do
not touch the light bulb with moist hands
or cloth. A warm or hot light bulb may
break if touched with a moist surface.
Always let the light bulb cool completely
before cleaning around it.
Painted Surfaces
(on some models)
CAUTION: Let the light bulb
cool completely before removing. A
warm or hot bulb may break if touched
with a moist cloth or hand.
Remove the bulb and replace it with
a type A15 incandescent light bulb with
an ordinary screw base, not more than
60 Watts, or a type A17 or T2 Compact
Fluorescent (CFL) light bulb with an
ordinary screw base, not more than
13 Watts. NOTE: Use only incandescent
bulbs in models RN328, JN327 and JV338.
IMPORTANT: For installation, handling
and disposal precautions, refer to the
fluorescent bulb packaging literature.
To remove the light cover
(on some models):
• Press the sides with two fingers until
the side prongs are released.
• Lift the light cover and slide it toward
you in one motion.
To replace the light cover:
• Insert the prong located at the end
of the cover into the top opening.
• Gently push the cover up and press the
sides to fit the side prongs into the side
openings.
• Release and the cover will lock in position.
Hood Light
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned.
It must be replaced. Order filter no.
WB02X10700. Replacement filters
can be ordered from your GE supplier.
If the hood is not vented to the outside,
the air will be recirculated through a
disposable charcoal filter that helps
remove smoke and odors.
The charcoal filter should be replaced after
6 to 12 months (depending on hood usage).
To remove:
Pull down on the center of the front edge
of the filter. The filter will then slip out of
the retaining tabs on the back.
To replace:
Slip the back edge of the filter into the
retaining tabs and push the front edge
up until it snaps into place.
Charcoal Filter—Recirculating Installations Only
Replaceable charcoal filter
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NOTE: DO NOT rinse, or put charcoal
filters in an automatic dishwasher.
Light cover
Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will
scratch the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use
warm sudsy water or a stainless steel
cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface
in the direction of the grain. Follow the
cleaner instructions for cleaning the
stainless steel surface.
To inquire about purchasing stainless steel
appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the
location of a dealer nearest you, please
call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center
800.626.2002
GEAppliances.com
Stainless Steel Surfaces
(on some models)
When using an energy saving bulb in your GE hood
make sure you use either:
GE Long Life Energy Smart
™
Spiral
®
T2
Product Code: 85383
Description: FLE13HT2/2/SW/CD
or
GE Long Life Energy Smart
™
A17
Product Code: 47486
Description: FLE11/2/A17XL/CD
Available at www.gelighting.com