Miele DA 249-4 manual

Operating and Installation Instr uctions V entilation System D A 249-4 T o pr event accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr . 06 712 720[...]

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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Guide to the hood Functional description Operation T urning on the fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Selecting the power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 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 or when cooking flaming foods. Clean ventilation fans frequently . Grease should no[...]

Installation , W ARNING T o reduce the risk of fire only use metal ductwork. When installing the hood, follow the recommended minimum safety distances between a Miele cooktop and the hood: – 22" (55 cm) above electric cooktops, – 26" (65 cm) above gas cooktops, – 26" (65 cm) above an open grill. If local building codes requir e[...]

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a Chimney e xtension b Recirculation vent For recir culation use with optional accessories c Chimney d Canopy e Overhead lighting f Active Charcoal Filter Available to pur chase, for use in the recir culation mode. g Grease filter h Decor cover i Light button This button turns the light on and off and also dims the light. The lighting can be used i[...]

The hood offers two modes of operation: Air extraction The air is drawn in and cleaned by the decor panel and the grease filter and directed 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 [...]

T urning on the fan ^ Press the On/Of f button. The fan runs at power level "2". The On/Off indicator lights. 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 su[...]

If the power level indicators "1" and "4" flash, the automatic switch back is not activated. ^ T o activate the automatic switch back press the "+" button. The power level indicators "1" and "4" light continuously . ^ T o deactivate the automatic switch back press the "–" button. ^ T o s[...]

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 of 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 the [...]

Filter timers Grease filter A timer monitors the hours of fan operation. The indicator for the grease filter will light after 30 hours of operation. The grease filter must then be cleaned. After the grease filter 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 sec[...]

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 . Otherwise grease which has[...]

Reprogramming the c harcoal filter timer The active charcoal filter can only be used in recir culation mode and can not be used to exhaust fumes. The charcoal filter timer is not 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 S[...]

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 filter The decor panel and reusable metal grease filter r emove solid particles from the vented kitchen air (grease, dust, etc). The grease filter is visible when the decor cover is removed. The grease filter should be cleaned every 3 - 4 weeks or whenever the grease filter indicator lights. Always clean both the decor panel and the grease f[...]

Cleaning the grease filters ^ By hand: use a scrub brush with a solution of warm water and mild detergent. Do not use the pure detergent, aggessive all purpose cleaners, oven sprays or limescale removers. They could destroy the filters. ^ In a dishwasher: place the filters vertically in the lower basket, making sure that the spray arm is not blocke[...]

Active char coal filters In recir culation mode an active charcoal filter must be used in addition to the grease filter . The charcoal filter is designed to absorb cooking odors. Replacement active charcoal filters can be order ed from the Miele T echnical Service Department. U 1-800-999-1360 V 1-800-565-6435 ^ The decor cover must be removed to ac[...]

Replace the active charcoal filter when the char coal filter indicator lights. Replace the filter at least every 6 months or when it no longer absorbs odors efficiently . The old charcoal filter can be disposed of in the household waste. ^ After replacing the char coal filters, press and hold the char coal filter button for about 3 seconds to reset[...]

Changing the light bulbs 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, and they can burn your hands. Do not attempt to change the bulbs until they have had sufficient time t[...]

Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele T echnical Service Department at the address 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 grease f[...]

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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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a 2 protective shields prevent scratches to the chimney during installation. b 2 hose clips for securing the ducting. c 1 reducing collar for use with 5" (125 mm) exhaust ducting. d Upper retaining plate secures the chimney extension. e Middle retaining plate for additional stability of the chimney . f Lower retaining plate secur es the canopy[...]

The majority of the weight of the installed ventilation system will be supported by the lower retaining plate. It must be firmly attached to the stud framing behind the drywall. If studs are not available in the requir ed locations, a plywood backing (min. 1 / 2 " (13 mm) thick) spanning at least two studs must be installed. Failure to adequat[...]

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[...]

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1) Air outlet installed upwards for recir culation mode 2) and 3) Cut out area in wall or ceiling for entrance of 6" (150 mm) ductwork or 5" (125 mm) ductwork with a reducing collar . For recir culation mode only 2) and outlet installation are necessary . Do not install this exhaust hood over cooktops burning solid fuel. When installing t[...]

Installation instructions ^ See the enclosed installation instruction sheet. ^ Please read the "Important Safety Instructions" and Installation instructions before installing this hood. Protective film The casing is covered with a pr otective film to prevent scratching during transport. ^ Peel off the film befor e installing the casing pa[...]

, W ARNING Danger of toxic fumes. Gas cooking appliances release carbon mono xide 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. T o reduce the risk of fire, onl y use metal ductwork. Please re[...]

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[...]

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