LIVINOX LCH-601A-90SS Range Hood User Manual

LIVINOX LCH-601A-90SS Range Hood

Product Information

The LCH-601A-90SS is a range hood designed for household use only. It is equipped with a 3 or 4 speed mechanical/electronic control system and built-in lighting. The hood must be installed or repaired by a qualified technician only, and must not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, mental capabilities, lack of experience and knowledge.

Safety Instructions

It is important to read the safety instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate the appliance. The following safety instructions should be followed:

Warning
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE

• Ensure adequate ventilation in the room when the range hood is in use at the same time as gas/fuel burning cooking appliances (this is not applicable to appliances that only discharge the air back into the room).
• Keep the range hood and its surrounding area clean and free from grease build-up.
• Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, into attics and crawl spaces.
• After use, always ensure that all controls are in the OFF position.
• When frying with a gas flame, take particular care not to allow the oil or grease in the pan to catch fire.
• To ensure adequate ventilation in the room when the range hood is in use at the same time as gas/fuel burning cooking appliances (this is not applicable to appliances that only discharge the air back into the room).
• There is a fire risk if cleaning is not carried out in accordance with the instructions.
• To avoid using food products that produce flame under the range hood. 4.Do not “flambé“ food (is a cooking procedure in which alcohol is added to a hot pan to create a burst of flames) under the range hood.
• Sufficient air is needed for proper exhausting of gases through flue (chimney) of fuel burning appliances.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, mental capabilities, lack of experience and knowledge.
• To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air and to ensure to duct air outside. Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, into attics and crawl spaces.

Installation

The following installation instructions should be followed:

• The appliance must be installed or repaired by a qualified technician only.
• Do not modify any part of this appliance by yourself.
• To ensure the location in which this appliance is installed has good and permanent ventilation.
• In ducted mode, there must be one or more permanent air inlet. The air collected must not be discharged into a duct used to blow off smoke from other appliances fed with electricity.
• The distance between the bench to the lower part of the hood must not be less than 60-65cm.
• Use an electrical connector with earth that is correct for your location.
• To check the voltage in your area correspond to the appliance as indicated on the rating label.
• Do not connect the hood to a duct that carries combustion fumes (e.g. fireplace).
• Use suitable bolts to mount the appliance on a secure surface.
• The minimum distance between the supporting surface for the cooking vessels on the hob and the lowest part of the range hood. When the range hood is located above a gas appliance, this distance shall be at least 65 cm. If the instructions for installation for the gas hob specify a greater distance, this has to be taken into consideration.
• The location of the installation must have permanent openings for ventilation.
• Regulations concerning the discharge of air have to be fulfilled.
• It is strongly recommended that the hood to be installed right over the exhaust air from cooking.
• Do not install the outlet of the pipe in the wind direction, which can prevent the exhaust air from flowing backward.
• To fasten the components for the exhaust outlet with screws. To ensure good ejection of exhaust air, the pipe must not be bended for too many times.

Product Usage Instructions

To use the range hood, follow these instructions:

1. Push button A to turn on the light. Push it again to turn off the light.
2. Push button B to activate low fan speed. Push button C or D to change the fan speed. Push button E to turn off the fan.
3. Push button C to activate mid fan speed. Push button B or D to change the fan speed. Push button E to turn off the fan.
4. Push button D to activate high fan speed. Push button B or C to change the fan speed. Push button E to turn off the fan.
5. To turn off the speed control when the fan is on, push button E.

Intended For Household Use

1. This product is designed for household use only and should never be used for commercial applications.
2. After use, always ensure that all controls are in the “OFF” position.
3. When frying with a gas flame, take particular care not to allow the oil or grease in the pan to catch fire.

Cleaning, Maintenance & Service

It is very important to clean and maintain the grease filters regularly (at least once monthly) to improve its efficiency in eliminating heat and contaminated air in the kitchen. Heavy oil deposits is a fire hazard. Hood surface should be cleaned with soft cloth and non-corrosive detergent. Important: Never attempt to repair this appliance by yourself. Always refer to qualified Service Technicians. For safety precaution, always purchase the original replacement parts. Always switch off the power and unplug the connection before conducting maintenance or cleaning. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG FIRST! SURFACES: Wash with warm soapy water and a soft sponge. Never use abrasive detergent, scouring pads, steel wool or solvents on any part of this appliance as this will cause irreparable damage. ALUMNIUM GREASE FILTERS: Wash in the dishwashers or soak the panels in a degreasing agent for an hour, then rinse off and dry before re-installing. CHARCOAL FILTERS:(optional and not included in package) (only in re-circulating model): Charcoal cannot be reused. They must be replaced with the appropriate types once a year or depending on the frequency of appliance usage. For this appliance to function effectively, regular maintenance is a must. Clogged filters restrict airflow and may cause the motor to overheat.

Electrical Cord

1. To ensure the electrical cord is not exposed to heat, chemical or sharp objects.
2. If the electrical cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or qualified electrician

Hood Description

Ducted or Re-circulating mode
Depending on your requirement, this appliance can be configured to operate in the ducted or re-circulating modes. DUCTED MODE: Fire proof ducting system of 160mm diameter vent the fumes through a suitable outlet. In the ducted mode, only the aluminum grease filters are installed. RECIRCULATING MODE: Fumes are filtered for grease and odour through the aluminum grease filters and the charcoal filters respectively and re-introduced into the kitchen environment. In re-circulating mode, both the aluminum grease filters and the charcoal filters should be installed.

Speed Control

1. The hood is equipped with a 3 or 4 speed mechanical/electronic controls.
2. To use the low speed for simmering, medium speed for light cooking. To use the high speed for frying or heavy cooking

Dimension Diagrams

Slim Hood

Instructions for use

A. Push Button Control Panel (601/605/607)

1. Press A, turn on the light. Press it again, turn off the light.
2. Press B, the fan runs at low speed. Press C or Press D to change the Fan Speed. Press E, the fan turns off.
3. Press C, the fan runs at mid speed. Press B or Press D to change the Fan Speed. Press E, the fan turns off.
4. Press D, the fan runs at high speed. Press B or Press C to change the Fan Speed. Press E, the fan turns off.
5. Press E, turn off the speed control when the Fan is on.

CLEANING MODE
In non-working state, press A for 3 seconds, oil removing function will operate for 10 minutes. The fan will automatically operate at high speed for 1 minute after the 10 minutes cleaning function

Slim model

1. Step 1:
2. To install onto the wall drill 2 holes of Ø8mm on a suitable place according with the centre distance of hole in the back of the cooker hood.
3. To insert the nut into the holes.
4. To insert the screws into the nuts and tight. Put the cooker hood onto the tighten screws.
5. To fix the cooker hood with safety screw. The two safety vents are positioned on the back casing, with diameter of 6mm.
6. To put the one-way valve onto the cooker hood.
7. Step 2:
8. To drill 4 holes of 6mm diameter at the bottom of the hanging cupboard.
9. To put the one-way valve on the cooker hood, then install the cooker hood on the bottom of the cupboard, tighten the hood with enclosed 4 screws.
10. To install the adjusted board on the bottom of the hood in order to keep out the gap between hood rear and cupboard

Notes:

1. The extended pipe is an optional accessory, not included.
2. To take off the protection film before installation.
3. There are 2 methods for ventilation, ‘ horizontal ventilation’ and ‘ vertical ventilation’. Please pay attention to the ventilation method during installation. Vertical ventilation: See Pic A, please use tool to remove the round cover before installing, the air can be vented from top. Horizontal ventilation: See Pic B, please use tool to remove the round cover before installing, the air can be vented from back.
4. The square air outlet for horizontal ventilation is not supplied.

Built-in Mounting Installation

1. Step 1
   To ensure the cut-out size is correct before installing the range hood. To install the back draft base to the range hood.

2. Step 2
   To secure the undermount into cavity using screws. All screws are to be installed from the bottom of the range hood into the cabinet.

3. Step 3
   To connect the 6 pin connectors onto the face plate to the range hood before securing the face plate to the cabinet using provided screws. To insert light bulb and filter into the face plate.

Installation (Vent inside)
If you do not have an outlet to the outside, exhaust pipe is not required and the installation is similar to the one show in section “Installation (Vent outside)”.

Activated carbon filter can be used to trap odors. In order to install the activated carbon filter, the grease filter should be detached first. Press the lock and pull it downward.

Plug the activated carbon filter into the unit and turn it in clockwise direction. Repeat the same on the other side

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. To ensure the activated carbon filter is securely locked.
2. When activated carbon filter is attached, the suction power will be lower.
3. To check the electrical connection is corresponded to the electrical requirement on the rating plate, which is placed inside the cooker hood. The appliance should now be connected to the electrical supply.
4. To check the appliance is operating correctly by selecting each speed and switching the light bulb on and off.
5. To remove the hanging hook and then slide the lower chimney section downwards, until it rests against the main body of the cooker hood.
6. To use a stainless-steel cleaner and polish on the stainless steel surfaces of the appliance.
7. If you are using the appliance in recirculation mode, you should install the carbon filter. See the “fitting the carbon filter” section on page 21.
8. Every hood has two fixing screws to firmly fix the hood in its place.

FOR THE INSTALLER

1. Electrical connection must be in accordance with the local standards and laws.
2. To ensure that the electrical supply in compliance with the appliance setting, otherwise, do not connect.
3. To ensure the power supply cord is free from any heat source or sharp objects.
4. The electrical connection of this appliance must be soundly earthed. In the event of electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock. If unsure, contact a qualified electrician.
5. Replacement of lamp must not exceed 20W.
6. LED lamp must not exceed 1.5W/7W.

Wire Color Codes:

• Green & Yellow = EARTH
• Blue = NEUTRAL
• Brown = LIVE

Trouble shooting

Problems

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Possible Cause

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Action

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No go

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No power supply

| Check that the main switch is turned on

Check that the plug is connected

Poor airflow

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Aluminum grease filters clogged

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Clean the filters and replace when dry

Charcoal grease filters clogged

| ****

Replace charcoal filters with new sets

Motor running but no airflow| ****

Butterfly valve jammed

| ****

Contact technician

Motor cuts after a few minutes

| High temperature safety device activated| The kitchen is not sufficiently ventilated
The hood is installed too near the cooking stove| The hood must be at least 65cm from stove

Strong cooking smell

| ****

Charcoal filters are not installed

| Charcoal filters must be installed in re- circulating mode

Oil dripping onto stove

| ****

Oil cup missing or not installed

| Remove aluminum filter and replace oil cup

aluminum grease filter saturated

| ****

Wash the aluminum grease filters

Whirring sound

| ****

Foreign object in contact with fan blade

| ****

Contact technician

Documents / Resources

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