Bosch HUI80553UC Use and Care Manual - Page 10

OPERATION OF THE HOOD, HOW TO USE IT Notes • The blower should be turned on for about 5 minutes before cooking in order to establish air currents upward through the hood. Thus when heat, smoke, moisture, grease and cooking odors are produced, they will be carried outside instead of drifting into other rooms. • Use the low speeds for normal use and the higher speeds for strong odors or fumes. • Drafts across the range or cooktop will reduce the effectiveness of the hood. Such drafts should be prevented when possible. • The best job of ventilation in the kitchen is done where the only air currents are those created by the blower itself. • Regular use of the fan system while cooking helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid. • Use a rear burner when browning or pan frying meat. • For optimal performance, the width of the hood should equal that of the cooktop or rangetop or exceed it by 3 inches (76,2 mm) on either side. Environmental protection Your new appliance is particularly energy-efficient. Here you can find tips on how to save even more energy when using the appliance, and how to dispose of your appliance properly. Saving energy • During cooking, ensure that there is a sufficient supply of air to enable the hood to work efficiently and with a low level of operting noise. • Adjust the fan speed to the amount or steam produced during cooking. Only use boost mode when required. The lower the fan speed, the less energy is consumed. • If cooking produces large amount of steams, select a higher fan speed in good time. If the cooking steam has already spread around the kitchen, the hood will need to be operated for longer. • Switch off the hood if you no longer require it. • Switch off the lighting if you no longer require it. • Clean and (if required) replace the filters at regular intervals in order to increase the effectiveness of the ventilation system and to prevent the risk of fire. • Put the lid on to reduce cooking steam and condensation. English 10