Miele DA403 manual

Operating and Installation Instr uctions V entilation System D A 403 T o pr event accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr . 06 473 940[...]

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Functional description Guide to the appliance Operation T urning on the fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Selecting the power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Delayed Shut Down . . . [...]

Read these Operating Instructions carefully bef ore installing or using the V entilation System. This appliance is intended for residential use only . Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by improper use of the hood. This appliance complies with current safety requir ements.[...]

This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as recr eational vehicles or aircraft. However , under certain conditions it may be possible for installation in these applications. Please contact the nearest Miele dealer or the T echnical Service Department with specific requir ements. Before servicing or cle[...]

, W ARNING - T O REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKT OP GREASE FIRE: Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings. Always turn the hood on when cooking at high heat. Clean ventilation fans frequently . Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on [...]

Installation , W ARNING T o reduce the risk of fire only use metal ductwork. Provided a larger distance is not given by the manufacturer of the cooktop, follow the minimum safety distances between a cooktop and the bottom of the hood: – 22" (550 mm) above electric cooktops, – 30" (762 mm) above gas cooktops, – 26" (650 mm) abov[...]

The hood offers two modes of operation: Air extraction The air is drawn in and cleaned by the grease filters and dir ected outside. The hood comes equipped with a non-return flap . This flap automatically closes when the hood is turned off so that no exchange of outside air and room air can occur . When the hood is turned on, the air pressure of th[...]

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a Chimney e xtension b Chimney c Canopy d Grease filter e Charcoal filter optional accessory f Recirculation vent g Control panel h Overhead lighting i Light button This button turns the light on and off and also dims the light. The lighting can be used independently from the fan. j On/Off button k Fan po wer selection Four fan speed selection l De[...]

T urning on the fan ^ Press the On/Of f button. Selecting the power le vel ^ Use the " – / + " controls to select the desired power level. & = increases the fan speed $ = decreases the fan speed Level "1" to "3" (green indicators) ar e usually sufficient for normal cooking. Intensive setting Level "4" ([...]

If the power level indicators flash the automatic switch back is not activated. ^ T o activate the automatic switch back press the " + " button. The power level indicators light. ^ T o deactivate the automatic switch back press the " – " button. ^ T o save the setting press the Delay Shut down button. If the procedur e is not [...]

Delay ed Shut Down If odors or smoke remain in the kitchen after cooking has been completed, the Delayed Shut Down feature can be selected to allow the hood to continue running for either 5 or 15 minutes. ^ Press the Delayed Shut Down button while the fan is still running. Press once = 5 minute delay (left indicator lights) Press twice = 15 minute [...]

T urning the lighting on/off The overhead lighting can be turned on and off independently fr om the fan. ^ Press the light button briefl y to turn on the lighting. The light button indicator illuminates. ^ Press the light button briefl y again to turn off the lighting. The light button indicator will go out. Dimming the lighting The brightness of t[...]

Filter timers Grease filters A timer monitors the hours of fan operation. The indicator for the grease filter will light after 30 hours of operation. The grease filters must then be cleaned. After the grease filters have been cleaned and put in place, the grease filter timer must be reset. ^ T o do this, press the gr ease filter button for about 3 [...]

Reprogramming the timer s The grease filter timer is pr eset to 30 hours. This time can be lengthened or shortened to 20, 30, 40, or 50 hours. – A time of 20 hours should be programmed in kitchens with frequent pan or deep frying. – A time of 20 hours should also be programmed if the kitchen is only used occasionally to prevent gr ease which ha[...]

Reprogramming the c harcoal filter timer The active charcoal filter can only be used in recir culation mode and cannot be used to exhaust fumes. The charcoal filter timer is not preset . Before using the hood in r ecirculation mode, the charcoal filter timer must be programmed. ^ T urn off the fan using the On/Off button. ^ Press the Delayed Shut D[...]

Before cleaning or servicing the hood, disconnect it from the power supply by either removing the fuse, unplugging it from the outlet, or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker . Cleaning the casing W arning: Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool or caustic (oven) cleaners on the hood. They will damage the surface. ^ All[...]

Grease filters The reusable metal gr ease filters remove solid particles from the vented kitchen air (grease, dust, etc). The grease filters should be cleaned every 3 - 4 weeks or when the grease filter indicator lights. A dirty filter is a fire hazard. ^ T o remove the gr ease filters pull the locking clips, 1 , forward. Lower the filter 45°, 2 ,[...]

Active char coal filter In recir culation mode an active charcoal filter must be used in addition to the grease filters. The char coal filter is designed to absorb cooking odors. The active charcoal filter will be replaced in the canopy above the grease filters. Replacement active charcoal filters can be order ed from Miele. ^ Remove the grease fil[...]

Changing the light bulb Before changing the light bulbs, disconnect the hood from the power supply by either removing the fuse, unplugging it, or manually "tripping" the circuit br eaker . When in use halogen bulbs become extremely hot, use caution. Do not attempt to change the bulbs until they have had sufficient time to cool. Do not tou[...]

Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele T echnical Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. ^ When contacting the T echnical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are shown on the data plate which is visible when the gre[...]

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The ceiling mounting plate will support the weight of the hood. This ceiling plate must be attached to rigid structural framing that is supported in its entirety by the ceiling joists, or to the ceiling joists directly . Do not attach the plate directly to the ceiling with anchors, toggle bolts, etc. Structural suppor t 24[...]

All electrical work should be perfor med by a qualified electrician in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufactur er can not be held responsible for unauthorized work. Ensure that power to the appliance is OFF while installation or repa[...]

1) Alternative positions for feeding through the power cor d 2) V ent installed upwar ds for recir culation mode Exhaust connection 6" (150 mm) diameter (not for recir culation mode) Appliance dimensions 26[...]

Do not install this exhaust hood over cooktops burning solid fuel. Provided a larger distance is not given by the manufacturer of the cooktop, follow the minimum safety distances between a cooktop and the bottom of the hood: - 22" (550 mm) above electric cooktops, - 30" (762 mm) above gas cooktops, - 26" (650 mm) above an open electr[...]

Installation accessories 4 Screws 8 x 60 mm with 4 W ashers (S10 wall anchors included in the packaging are not for use in USA / CDN) 2 spring clips to hang the hood onto the mounting plate 4 Flat head screws M 6 x 20 mm with nose and 4 M 6 locking n uts for securing the motor assembly 1 hose clip for securing the ducting Installation instructions [...]

Danger of toxic fumes. Gas cooking appliances release carbon monoxide that can be harmful or fatal if inhaled. The exhaust gases extracted b y the hood should be vented outside of the building onl y . Do not terminate the exhaust ducts in attics, garages, crawlspaces, etc. Please read and follow the "Important Safety Instructions" to redu[...]

If the exhaust is ducted into an inactive flue, the air must be expelled parallel to the flow direction of the flue. Never connect an exhaust hood to an active chimney , dryer vent, vent flue, or room venting ductwork. Seek professional advice befor e connecting an exhaust hood vent to an existing, inactive chimney or vent flue. Important! If the d[...]

Disposal of packing material The cardboar d box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. T o prevent suf focation of children, ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of their reach. Disposal of an old appliance [...]

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