VentSurface User guide HC90 and HI120 models NZ AU GB IE
Contents Introduction Safety and warnings Using your VentSurface Care and cleaning Troubleshooting Warranty and service Important! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification availability in your country, please visit our website listed on the back cover or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
2 Introduction Introducing your VentSurface Congratulations on your new purchase. Your Fisher & Paykel VentSurface is the ultimate in extractor hoods, giving you different modes and extraction speeds to suit your changing needs. Your VentSurface can also operate and turn off automatically and alerts you when it needs cleaning. Before using your VentSurface Make sure the installer has correctly installed your VentSurface. Read this guide, taking special note of the ‘Safety and warnings’ section.
Safety and warnings Your safety is important to us. Please read this information before using your VentSurface. WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard Always disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before carrying out any servicing or maintenance operations. Failure to do so may result in electrical shock.
4 Safety and warnings WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard Make sure the elements or gas burners of the cooking surface always have pans/pots on them and never heat the filter(s) of your appliance directly. When frying, never leave pans unattended as there is a risk of the oil overheating and catching fire. If reusing frying oil, the risk of fire is greater. Never prepare flambé (flame-cooked) dishes under the appliance.
Safety and warnings 5 Important safety instructions Make sure that the room in which the appliance is used has adequate ventilation, especially when other appliances burning gas or other fuels are being used at the same time. For island models, make sure the ceiling is able to withstand the total weight (56 kg) of the appliance suspended from it. For wall models, make sure the wall is able to withstand the total weight (34 kg) of the appliance mounted on it.
6 Safety and warnings Important safety instructions Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Children of less than 8 years old must be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
Using your VentSurface 7 Control panel features 1 2 3 4 5 6 Fig.1 Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 Fan on/off (Stand-by) Decreases fan speed Mode, speed and cleaning alert display Increases fan speed Timer Lamps on/off Using your VentSurface for the first time or after a long holiday 1 2 3 4 5 Make sure your cooker or cooktop is turned off and there are no draughts in the room.
8 Using your VentSurface Choosing between normal and high power modes These two modes give you flexibility and optimum VentSurface performance to suit your changing cooking activities. Use normal mode for everyday cooking purposes, and high mode during longer periods of intensive cooking (eg holidays or family gatherings) for more powerful venting. Your VentSurface operates in normal mode as a default setting.
Using your VentSurface 9 Using your VentSurface in automatic mode When the VentSurface is in automatic mode, its sensor will automatically turn the fan on, adjust button. its speed and turn the fan off as needed. To illuminate your cooking area, press the Note: your VentSurface will revert to the default manual mode setting whenever you press the button to turn the VentSurface off manually (into stand-by) or unplug it from its power outlet. To change from automatic to manual mode or buttons.
10 Using your VentSurface Using the timer (in manual mode only) When the timer is activated the VentSurface will run for 10 minutes and then turn off automatically. the selected fan speed will flash in the display while the timer is counting down. 1 2 3 To activate the timer Select a fan speed between “1” and “5”. Press the button briefly, until you hear a short beep. The timer function is now activated and your VentSurface and the lamps will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Care and cleaning 11 Important! Always disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before carrying out any servicing or maintenance. Failure to do so may result in death or electrical shock. Do not let grease deposits accumulate on your VentSurface, as these could create a fire hazard. Do not use harsh/abrasive cleaners, scourers or sharp metal scrapers to clean your VentSurface. Do not clean the areas behind the filters.
12 Care and cleaning To replace the carbon filter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Stop/reset the carbon filter alert signal. If “C” is flashing in the display alternately with the fan speed setting, turn the VentSurface off buttons simultaneously and hold down by pressing the button, then press the and for five seconds until you hear a beep. “8” will show in the display until the alert signal has been reset. Unplug the VentSurface from the power outlet or switch off at the wall.
Care and cleaning 13 Cleaning the stainless steel surfaces Do not use abrasive cleaners, cloths or pads to clean your VentSurface. Wipe the stainless steel surfaces often, using warm water and a mild household detergent. The stainless steel may also be cleaned with a suitable cleaner and polish. Note: if you choose to use a commercial stainless steel cleaner, please read the label to make sure it does not contain chlorine compounds as these are corrosive and may damage the appearance of your VentSurface.
14 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting chart Problem Cause What to do “A “ flashing alternately with the fan speed setting. The aluminium mesh filter needs cleaning (automatic alert). Clean the aluminium mesh filter following the instructions in ‘Care and cleaning’. “C” flashing alternately with the fan speed setting. The carbon filter needs replacing (automatic alert). Replace the carbon filter following the instructions in ‘Care and cleaning’.
Warranty and service 15 Manufacturer’s warranty When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel rangehood you automatically receive a two year Manufacturer’s Warranty covering parts and labour for servicing. Fisher & Paykel undertakes to Repair or, at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase.
16 Warranty and service Customer care 1 2 Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to your User Guide and check: your appliance is correctly installed you are familiar with its normal operation If after checking these points you still need assistance please refer to the following: In New Zealand If you need assistance call...
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