V-ZUG Ltd Range hood DF-SLG5 / DF-SLG6 DF-SLG8 / DF-SLG9 Operating instructions
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of it. Please follow the safety precautions. Modifications Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the time these operating instructions went to press.
Contents Safety precautions Before using for the first time Correct use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Children in the home . . . . . . Note on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appliance description Extraction model . . . . . . . . . . . . Recirculation model . . . . . . . . . Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions.
… Safety precautions Correct use 䡲 The appliance is designed for use in the home for extracting cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface. 䡲 Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as well as affect the functioning of the appliance.
… Safety precautions Note on use 䡲 If the appliance is visibly damaged, do not use it. Contact our Customer Services. 䡲 If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity supply immediately. 䡲 If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by Customer Services in order to avoid hazard. 䡲 Caution: Accessible parts may become hot when used with cooking appliances.
… Safety precautions 䡲 If other appliances – fuelled by gas or other fuels – are being used at the same time, ensure that there is a sufficient supply of fresh air. This does not apply to air recirculation appliances. 䡲 If other firing systems are being used at the same time (e.g. wood, gas, oil or coal-fired heating appliances), safe operation is only possible providing a room negative pressure of 4 Pa (0.04 mbar) is not exceeded at the location of the appliance.
Appliance description The appliance is used to extract cooking fumes and smells from a cooking area and is normally installed in an overhead unit. This particular model can be used in the extraction mode or the recirculation mode. Extraction model The integrated fan extracts cooking fumes and smells from above the cooking surface. The air is cleaned through the grease filter and then fed through the exhaust air conduit to the outside.
… Appliance description Equipment 䡲 Glass shield, extractable 䡲 2 extractor fans with 4 power levels 䡲 1 metal grease filter 䡲 Illumination 䡲 1 activated charcoal filter (not included in delivery) The extractor fan has 4 power levels: 1, 2, 3, P 䡲 1 = low, 2 = medium, 3 = high power, P = intensive level. 䡲 The levels 1 to 3 are suitable for continuous operation. 䡲 The level P (power) is used for brief, intensive extraction of fumes, e.g. when searing. Level P is available for 5 minutes.
… Appliance description Construction 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 Glass shield (extractable) Operating elements Metal grease filter Grip flap Halogen spotlight Halogen spotlight holder 4 5/6
… Appliance description Operating and display elements 1 1 Readiness indicator Digital display/saturation indicator of metal grease filter and activated charcoal filter Illumination ON–OFF Ventilation OFF/resetting of saturation indicator Automatic running-on Decrease power level Increase power level Depending on the model and features, the specification of the appliance may differ from the standard specification described herein.
Use Once the appliance is connected to the mains electricity, the readiness indicator lights up. Switching on the appliance A Pull out the glass shield 1. The extraction fans can only be switched on if the glass shield is slightly pulled out. 1 The appliance operates most effectively when the glass shield is completely pulled out. Switching the extractor fan on/off A Pressing the button switches the appliance on at power level 1. Pressing the button again selects the levels 2, 3 and P, respectively.
… Use Switching the automatic running-on function on/off A To switch on the automatic running-on function during operation, press the button. – The running-on time is activated. This is indicated and confirmed by the lighting up of the last selected power level and the readiness indicator. The runnning-on times are individually specified for the respective power level.
… Use Saturation indicator of metal grease filter The saturation indicator of the metal grease filter lights up after 40 hours of operation. The saturation level has been reached. – The current extraction level flashes alternatingly with in the digital display. A The grease filter must be cleaned. The saturation is not displayed in stand-by mode. Resetting the saturation indicator A Depress the button for 3 seconds. – The indicator light goes out.
… Use Saturation indicator for standard activated charcoal filter The saturation indicator only functions if it has been activated. This indicator lights up after 160 hours of operation. The saturation level has been reached. – The current extraction level flashes alternatingly with in the digital display. A The standard activated charcoal filter must be replaced. The saturation is not displayed in stand-by mode. Resetting the saturation indicator A Depress the button for 3 seconds.
… Use Switching off the appliance A Fully insert the glass shield 1. – This switches off the extraction fan and the illumination (stand-by mode). – The settings remain saved (exception: level P). 1 If the glass shield is pulled out slightly, the extractor fan switches to the set power level or the illumination switches on, providing it was switched on when the glass shield was fully inserted. Inserting/pulling out the glass shield A Fully insert the glass shield 1.
Care and maintenance Cleaning the housing Take care that no water gets into the housing! If water gets into the housing, it can cause damage. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool etc. to clean the appliance as they can damage the surface. Cleaning the outside/inside A Clean the outside using a slightly damp cloth – and detergent if necessary – and wipe dry. Grease and condensate water can build up around the grease filter on the inside.
… Care and maintenance Cleaning the grease filter Under normal condtions of use, the grease filter must be cleaned at least once monthly or whenever and the current power level flashes alternatingly in the digital display. With optimal care, the service life of the grease filter is unlimited. A Clean the grease filter in the dishwasher. A Select the dishwasher program «Intensive» – or «Heavy» – with warm pre-rinsing. Grease filters can become discoloured due to cleaning.
… Care and maintenance Removing the grease filter A Pull out the glass shield completely. A Pull the grip flap 1 in the centre recess on the grease filter downward. – The grease filter 2 is unlocked and can be taken out toward the bottom. 1 2 Installing the grease filter A Pull out the glass shield completely. A Grasp the grease filter and make sure that the grip flap is facing down. Insert fixed centring pins at the back in the retaining slots in the housing.
… Care and maintenance Replacing the standard activated charcoal filter Remove the appliance’s fuse or switch the circuit breaker off. Standard activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. The standard activated charcoal filter should be replaced after 3 to 6 months of operation. Standard activated charcoal filters cannot be washed or rejuvenated. The dirty standard activated charcoal filter can be disposed of with the household waste. A Pull out the glass shield completely.
… Care and maintenance Cleaning and replacing the long-life activated charcoal filter Remove the appliance’s fuse or switch the circuit breaker off. Long-life activated charcoal filters are only used in the recirculation model. In contrast to the standard activated charcoal filter, the long-life activated charcoal filter can be cleaned and reactivated. With normal use of the appliance, the long-life activated charcoal filter should be cleaned every month.
… Care and maintenance Replacing halogen spotlights Unscrew the screw locking device and switch the circuit breaker off. Halogen spotlights become hot during operation! Allow them to cool down first. A Pull out the glass shield completely. A Remove the grease filter. A Carefully prise the halogen spotlight out of the appliance from underneath using a fine screwdriver and a cloth (for protection). A Disconnect the 2-pin plug of the halogen spotlight.
Trouble-shooting What to do if ... … the illumination is not working Possible cause Solution 䡲 Fuse or circuit breaker for A Replace the fuse. electrical installations in the home is faulty. 䡲 Interruption in the power A Reset the circuit breaker. A Check the power supply. A Replace the halogen spot. supply. 䡲 The halogen spot is defective. … the appliance does not ventilate sufficiently Possible cause Solution 䡲 The metal grease filter is A Clean the metal grease filter.
Accessories and spare parts Please give model number and exact description when ordering parts. Halogen spotlight (12 V / 20 W) Metal grease filter Standard activated charcoal filter Long-life activated charcoal filter The halogen spotlight is also available from specialist retailers.
Technical data Electrical connection A See identification plate. A Remove the grease filter. – The identification plate is located on the inside of the appliance.
Disposal Packaging 䡲 All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection 䡲 Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety 䡲 Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, especially through children playing.
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Index A Accessories................................... 24 Ordering .................................... 31 Activated charcoal filter ................ 8 Standard.................................... 15 Air recycling cartridge ................... 8 Automatic running-on .................. 13 H Halogen spotlights Replacing.................................. 22 C Care ................................................ 17 Children in the home..................... 5 Cleaning Inside of housing .....................
… Index S Safety ............................................. 26 Safety precautions Before using for the first time . 4 Children in the home ................ 5 Correct use................................. 5 Note on use................................ 6 Saturation indicator .............. 14, 15 Resetting............................ 14, 15 Saturation indicator for standard activated charcoal filter Activating .................................. 14 Deactivating..............................
Repair service The 'Trouble-shooting' section will help you to carry out small repairs yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service engineer and the cost that goes along with it. Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance. Enter these details below and also on the service sticker which comes with the appliance. Stick it in a conspicuous place or in your telephone or address book.
Quick instructions Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions! Switching on A Pull out the glass shield. Extractor fan A Press the button. Illumination A Press the button. Switching off A Press the button or A push in the glass shield. V-ZUG Ltd Industriestrasse 66, 6301 Zug Tel. +41 (0)41 767 67 67, Fax +41 (0)41 767 61 61 vzug@vzug.ch, www.vzug.ch Service Centre: Tel. 0800 850 850 J377.
