Range Hood Use; Range Hood Care - Whirlpool WVU17UC0JS Installation Instructions And Use & Care Manual

The range hood is designed to remove smoke, cooking vapors
and odors from the cooktop area. For best results, start the hood
before cooking and allow it to operate several minutes after the
cooking is complete to clear all smoke and odors from the
kitchen.
The hood controls are located on the front panel of the range
hood.
A. LED light housing and cover
B. Grease filter retainer
C. Grease filter
IMPORTANT: Clean the hood and grease filters frequently
according to the following instructions. Replace the grease filter
before operating hood.
Exterior Surfaces:
IMPORTANT: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive
cleaners, cooktop polishing creme, steel wool, gritty washcloths
or paper towels.
To avoid damage to the stainless steel, do not use cleaners that
contain chlorine.
Cleaning Method:
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Glass cleaner to remove fingerprints.
For stainless steel models, use Stainless Steel Cleaner
and Polish: See the "Assistance or Service" section to order.
For stainless steel models, rub in the direction of the grain
to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.
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RANGE HOOD USE

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RANGE HOOD CARE

Range Hood Controls
On
Operating the light
Press the light switch to the left to turn the light On.
Press the light switch to the right to turn the light Off.
Operating the fan
The fan has 2 speeds.
Press the fan switch to the left for Low speed.
Press the fan switch to the right for High speed.
Return the fan switch to the center to turn the fan Off.
Cleaning
Grease or Charcoal Filter
To Clean the Filter:
1. Remove the screw from the grease filter retainer.
2. Push the grease filter retainer to release the filter.
A. Filter retainer screws
B. Grease filters
C. Filter retainer
3. For vented installations: Grease filters should be cleaned
using warm water, dishwashing liquid, and a non abrasive brush.
For non-vented (recirculating) installations: The charcoal
filter is not washable. For information on ordering, see the
"Assistance or Service" section.
NOTE
To reduce the risk of fire or shock when the hood is used in
recirculation mode, use only the conversion kit models listed
below:
Recirculating kit: W11371717
To Replace the Filter:
1. To reinstall the filter, place the back edge of the filter into the
channel at the rear of the hood. Push the filter into place and
turn the filter retainer to secure the filter to the range hood.
2. Replace the screw in the grease filter retainer.
Off
Off Low
B
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A. On/Off light switch
B. Fan speed switch
C
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B
High
A