Miele DA 279-4 Operating And Installation Instructions

Miele DA 279-4 Operating And Installation Instructions

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Operating and Installation
Instructions
Ventilation System
DA 279-4
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 07 259 281

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  • Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Ventilation System DA 279-4 en - US, CA To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 259 281...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Functional description Guide to the Ventilation System Operation Turning on the fan ..........10 Selecting the power level.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    This appliance is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as recreational vehicles or aircraft. However, under certain conditions installation in these applications may be possible. Please contact your Miele dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department with specific requirements.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS d) Before connecting the appliance to the power supply make sure that the ,WARNING voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A household electrical supply. COOKTOP GREASE FIRE: This data must correspond to prevent appliance damage.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ,WARNING Do not allow children to play with or operate the appliance or its controls. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF Supervise its use by the elderly or INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE infirm. EVENT OF A COOKTOP Always turn on the hood when using GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE the cooktop to prevent damage from...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation g) Do not install this hood over cooktops that burn solid fuel. ,WARNING h) Provided a larger distance is not TO REDUCE THE RISK OF given by the manufacturer of the FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR cooktop, follow the minimum safety distances between a cooktop and the INJURY TO PERSONS, bottom of the hood given in the...
  • Page 7: Functional Description

    Functional description The hood offers two modes of operation: Air extraction Recirculation mode The air is drawn in and cleaned by the Air is drawn through the grease filters grease filters and directed outside. and an active charcoal filter. The filtered air is then recirculated back into The hood comes equipped with a the kitchen through a vent at the top of...
  • Page 8: Guide To The Ventilation System

    Guide to the Ventilation System...
  • Page 9: Control Panel

    Guide to the Ventilation System a Chimney extension o Grease filter button The indicator next to the grease filter b Chimney button lights when the grease filters need to be cleaned. This button is also c Canopy used: – to reset the grease filter timer after d Control panel cleaning the grease filters (see "Cleaning and Care").
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation Turning on the fan Automatically switching back the Intensive power level The intensive level "4" can be programmed to automatically switch back to level "3" after 10 minutes. ^ Press the On/Off button. ^ Turn the fan and the lights off. Selecting the power level ^ Press and hold the Delay Shut Down button for 10 secs.
  • Page 11 Operation Fan performance The maximum air flow capacity is 625 cfm. Factors such as narrow duct diameter and bends will affect this If the power level indicators "1" and "4" value. flash the automatic switch back is not Level 1 operates at 40% capacity activated.
  • Page 12: Delayed Shut Down

    Operation Delayed Shut Down Turning off the fan 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 ^ Press the On/Off button to turn the running for either 5 or 15 minutes.
  • Page 13: Turning The Lighting On/Off

    Operation Turning the lighting on/off Indirect lighting The overhead lighting can be turned on and off independently from the fan. ^ Turn the indirect lighting on and off with the left light button. ^ Press the right light button briefly to ^ The indirect lighting can be operated turn on the lighting.
  • Page 14: Filter Timers

    Operation Filter timers Checking the filter timers To check the percentage of time Grease filters already used: 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.
  • Page 15: Reprogramming The Timers

    Operation Reprogramming the timers The grease filter timer is preset to 30 hours. This time can be lengthened or shortened to 20, 30, 40, or 50 hours. The indicator for the grease filter and – A time of 20 hours should be one of the "–/+"...
  • Page 16 Operation Reprogramming the charcoal filter timer The active charcoal filter can only be used in recirculation mode and cannot The indicator for the charcoal filter and be used to exhaust fumes. one of the "–/+" indicators will flash. The charcoal filter timer is not preset. The lit indicator shows the programmed Before using the hood in recirculation time:...
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care ,WARNING Avoid: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF – cleaning agents containing soda, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR acids or chlorides, INJURY TO PERSONS, – abrasive cleaning agents OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: e.g. powder or cream cleansers, – abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers Before cleaning or servicing the or sponges which have been hood, disconnect it from the power...
  • Page 18: Grease Filters

    Cleaning and Care ^ In a dishwasher: place the filters Grease filters vertically in the lower basket, making The reusable metal grease filters sure that the spray arm is not remove solid particles from the vented blocked. kitchen air (grease, dust, etc). Use a hot temperature program, e.g.
  • Page 19: Active Charcoal Filter

    ^ Insert the charcoal filter. Replacement active charcoal filters can be ordered from Miele. Before using: ^ Program the charcoal filter timer, see ^ Remove the grease filters to access "Operation / Reprogramming the the charcoal filter.
  • Page 20: Changing The Light Bulbs

    Cleaning and Care Changing the light bulbs ,WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Before changing the light bulbs, disconnect the hood from the power supply, see "Important Safety Instructions". When in use halogen bulbs become extremely hot, and can burn your hands.
  • Page 21: After Sales Service

    Miele’s Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home.
  • Page 23: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Read these instructions and the "Important Safety Instructions" before installing this hood. The installation steps are described in the enclosed "Installation Diagram". Leave these instructions with this appliance for the consumer/user.
  • Page 25: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing Old appliances may contain materials materials protect the appliance during that can be recycled. Please contact shipping. They have been designed to your local recycling center about the be biodegradable and recyclable.
  • Page 26: Appliance Dimensions

    Appliance dimensions 1) Air extraction mode 4) and 5) Cut out area in wall or ceiling for entrance of 6" 2) Recirculation mode (150 mm) ductwork or 5" 3) Air extraction vent installed upwards (125 mm) ductwork with a reducing collar.
  • Page 27: Distance Between Cooktop And Hood (S)

    If there is more than one appliance the bottom of the hood: beneath the hood and they have Miele cooktops: different minimum safety distances - 24" (610 mm) above electric always select the greater distance.
  • Page 28 Appliance dimensions Standard unit height H Air Extraction ... . 27" - 39 " ....(685 - 1010 mm) Recirculation .
  • Page 29: Plywood Backing

    Plywood backing ^ Find the studs to the left and right of The majority of the weight of the the mounting location by tapping the installed ventilation system will be wall or using a stud finder. supported by the lower retaining ^ Mark a vertical cutting line along the plate.
  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation...
  • Page 31: Installation

    Installation 3 protective shields to prevent scratches to the chimney during installation. 8 large headed screws 5 x 40 mm 2 hose clips for securing the for securing the retaining plates and the ducting. canopy. 1 reducing collar (S8 wall anchors included in the for use with 5"...
  • Page 32: Installation Instructions

    Installation Installation instructions Dismantling ^ See the enclosed installation If the hood needs to be disassembled, instruction diagram. follow the instructions on the "Installation diagram" in the reverse ^ Please read the "Important Safety order. Instructions" and Installation instructions before installing this A lever is enclosed for easier removal hood.
  • Page 33: Air Extraction

    Air extraction Exhaust ducting and connections WARNING – The ducting should be as short and straight as possible, and the number Danger of toxic fumes. of sharp bends should be minimized. Gas cooking appliances release – For most efficient air extraction, the diameter of the ductwork should not carbon monoxide that can be be less than 6"...
  • Page 34: Condensate Trap

    Air extraction Condensate trap optional accessory – If the exhaust is ducted into an inactive flue, the air must be expelled In some cases, a condensate trap may parallel to the flow direction of the also be required to collect and flue.
  • Page 35: Electrical Connection

    If there is any question concerning the electrical connection of this appliance to your power supply, please consult a licensed electrician or contact Miele’s Technical Service Department. 1-800-999-1360 1-800-565-6435 WARNING:...
  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Technical data Maximum load ....420 W Overhead lighting ..3 x 20 W Indirect lighting ....10 W Voltage .
  • Page 40 Alteration rights reserved / 1009 M.-Nr. 07 259 281 / 00 For most the updated manual see the Miele website.

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