Miele DA 396-5 manual

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    Operating and installation instructions Cooker hood DA 396-5 DA 399-5 DA 399-5 EXT To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to this appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 816 610 e n-G B[...]

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    Caring for the environment ..........................................3 Warning and safety instructions .....................................4 Guide to the appliance ............................................1 0 Modes of operation ...............................................1 2 Operation .......................................................1 [...]

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    Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal, and should be recycled. Packaging e.g. cling film, polystyrene and plastic wrappings must be kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Disposal of your old appliance[...]

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    This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on the safety, i[...]

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    Technical safety ~ Before installation, check the cooker hood for visible signs of damage. Under no circumstances should you install or use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. ~ Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency details given on the data plate correspond with the on-site electricit[...]

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    ~ Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating). ~ For appliances with an external fan motor fitted (...EXT models) the connection of the two units must be made using the connection cable and the plug [...]

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    In order to ensure safe operation, and to prevent gases given off by the heating appliances from being drawn back into the room when the cooker hood and the heater are in operation simultaneously, an underpressure in the room of 0.04 mbar (4 pa) is the maximum permissible. Ventilation can be maintained by air inlets which cannot be blocked, in wind[...]

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    Correct use ~ Never use an open flame beneath the cooker hood. To avoid the danger of fire, do not flambé or grill over an open flame. When switched on, the cooker hood could draw flames into the filter. Fat particles drawn into the cooker hood present a fire hazard. ~ When using the cooker hood over a gas hob, ensure that any burners in use are a[...]

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    Correct installation ~ Refer to the cooker or hob manufacturer's instructions as to whether a cooker hood may be operated above the cooker/hob. ~ The minimum safety distances between the top of the cooker or hob and the bottom of the cooker hood given in the "Appliance dimensions" section of this booklet must be maintained, unless th[...]

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    Guide to the appliance 10[...]

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    a Telescopic extension piece b Tower c Canopy d Touch controls e Grease filters f Recirculation grille (only for recirculation mode) g Hob lighting h Charcoal filter (special accessory for recirculation mode) i On/Off control for the fan j Controls to select fan power level k On/Off control for hob lighting Guide to the appliance 11[...]

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    The cooker hood works with . . . air extraction: The air is drawn in and cleaned by the grease filters and directed outside. If the on-site ventilation system does not have a non-return flap , the non-return flap supplied with the appliance must be fitted in the exhaust socket in the motor unit. Having a non-return flap fitted in the ducting ensure[...]

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    To switch the fan on s ^ Press the On/Off control s . The fan will come on at power level lI. If the cooker hood has been connected to a window contact switch via the Miele DSM 400 control module, then the fan cannot be switched on if the window is shut. The s symbol flashes. To select a power level - / + ^ To select a lower power level, press the [...]

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    To switch the fan off s ^ Press the On/Off control s to switch the fan off. The s symbol goes out. It is advisable to run the fan for a few minutes after cooking has finished to neutralise any lingering odours in the air, whether you are using air extraction or recirculation mode. Hob lighting I ^ The hob lighting can be switched on and off indepen[...]

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    A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele (see back page for details) or the via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. Before any cleaning or maintenance work is carried out, disconnect the cooker hood from the mains supply. Ensure that: – it is switched off at the isolator, or – it is switched o[...]

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    Controls The controls may suffer discolouration or damage if soiling is left on them for too long. Remove soiling straight away. ^ Observe the General notes on cleaning earlier in this section. Do not use stainless steel cleaning agents on the controls. Grease filters The re-usable metal grease filters in the appliance remove solid particles (greas[...]

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    Cleaning the grease filters by hand ^ Clean the filters with a soft nylon brush in a mild solution of hot water and a little washing-up liquid. Do not use "neat" washing up liquid. Do not use: – cleaning agents containing descaling agents, – powder cleaners, cream cleaners or abrasive all-purpose cleaners. – oven sprays. Cleaning th[...]

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    Fitting and replacing the charcoal filter If the cooker hood is connected for recirculation, a charcoal filter must be inserted in addition to the grease filters. This is designed to absorb cooking odours. It is fitted in the canopy above the grease filters. New charcoal filters can be purchased from your Miele dealer, from the Miele Spare Parts De[...]

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    Changing a halogen lamp ^ Before any cleaning or maintenance work, disconnect the cooker hood from the mains supply. Ensure that: – it is switched off at the isolator, or – it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or – the fuse from the fused spur connection unit is withdrawn, or – the mains fuse is disconnected, or [...]

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    The diagram is not drawn to scale. Appliance dimensions 20[...]

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    a Extraction b Recirculation c Ventilation grille positioned at the top for recirculation d , e ( e is not required for recirculation mode cooker hoods) The shaded area represents the wall or ceiling area for the vent cut-out, for fitting the connection socket and on ...EXT models for feeding the connection cable through to the external motor. For [...]

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    – Please be aware that if positioned too high, extraction will be inefficient. – If you want the top of the cooker hood telescopic extension piece to be mounted flush with the ceiling, make sure there is adequate space below the appliance for working. See maximum/minimum appliance height. Drilling diagram This diagram illustrates where holes fo[...]

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    Before installation, it is important to read the information given on the following pages as well as the "Appliance dimensions" and the "Warning and Safety instructions" at the beginning of this booklet. This is particularly crucial when using the cooker hood at the same time as a heating appliance that relies on oxygen from the[...]

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    Assembly parts Installation 24[...]

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    a 3 protective sheets for use when fitting the tower. b 1 exhaust connection for exhaust ducting C 150 mm. c 1 reducing collar for exhaust ducting C 125 mm. d 1 non-return valve for fitting into the exhaust connection on the motor unit (not for recirculation mode). e Upper wall bracket for securing the extension piece. f Middle wall bracket for sec[...]

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    All electrical work should be undertaken by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous, for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable. Ensure power is not supplied to the appli[...]

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    Important: To avoid the danger of toxic fumes, please observe the Warning and Safety instructions. This is especially crucial when using the cooker hood at the same time as another heating appliance which relies on air from the same room. The cooker hood should be installed according to local and national building regulations. Seek approval from th[...]

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    – If the exhaust air is to be ducted into the open air, the installation of a telescopic wall vent or roof vent (available as an optional accessory) is recommended. – If the exhaust air is to be ducted into a vent flue, the ducting must be directed in the flow direction of the flue. Important: If the exhaust ducting is to run through rooms, cei[...]

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    Silencer (optional accessory) To achieve even further reductions in noise levels, a special silencer can be fitted in the ducting system. ...with air extraction: The silencer not only reduces noise from the motor outside the house, but also sounds from outside (e.g. traffic noise). For this reason the silencer must be positioned as close as possibl[...]

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    The Miele DSM 400 control module can be used to combine the cooker hood with other components. It enables the following: Connection to a window contact switch If adequate ventilation to the room can only be ensured by having a window open when the cooker hood is in use at the same time as a heating appliance which depends on the air from the same r[...]

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    Connection to a light switch The control module can be used to switch on the cooker hood lighting via a light switch in the house. Installation The tower needs to be removed before the control module can be fitted to the motor unit. The control module is supplied with its own detailed operating and installation instructions. Operation with Control [...]

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    In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – Your Miele Dealer / Chartered Agent or – The Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are shown on the data pla[...]

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    Total connected load* .........2 2 0W Fan motor* .................1 2 0W Hob lighting ..............2x5 0W Voltage ..................A C2 3 0V Frequency .................~5 0H z Fuse rating GB .................5A AUS, NZ: Plug rating ...................1 0A Test marks .......... Electrical safety ...................... C-Tick Mark Electrically supp[...]

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