Whirlpool UXL5430BSS Installation Guide - Page 12
Range Hood Use, Range Hood Care - dishwasher
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RANGE HOOD USE 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 center of the front of the range hood liner. Range Hood Controls A B C D A. On/Off light button B. Blower off and speed minimum button C. Blower speed medium button D. Blower speed maximum button D C B A. Blower and light controls B. Grease filter A C. Grease filter handle D. Halogen lamp housings Operating the Light The On/Off light button controls all lights. Press once for On and again for Off. Operating the Blower The BLOWER SPEED buttons turn the blower on and control the blower speed and sound level for quiet operation. The speed can be changed anytime during fan operation by pressing the desired blower speed button. Press the BLOWER OFF button a second time to turn off the blower. RANGE HOOD CARE Cleaning IMPORTANT: Clean the hood and grease filters frequently according to the following instructions. Replace grease filters before operating hood. Exterior Surfaces: To avoid damage to the exterior surface, do not use steel wool or soap-filled scouring pads. Always wipe dry to avoid water marks. Cleaning Method: ■ Liquid detergent soap and water, or all-purpose cleanser Metal Grease Filter The filters should be washed frequently. Place metal filters in dishwasher or hot detergent solution to clean. Let filter dry thoroughly before replacing it. Turn off fan and lights. Allow halogen lamp to cool. 1. Remove each filter by pulling the spring release handle and then pulling down the filter. ■ Wipe with damp soft cloth or nonabrasive sponge, then rinse with clean water and wipe dry. A A. Spring release handle 2. Wash metal filters as needed in dishwasher or hot detergent solution. 3. Reinstall the filter by making sure the spring release handles are toward the front. Insert metal grease filter into upper track. 4. Pull the spring release handle down. 5. Push up on metal filter and release handle to latch into place. 6. Repeat steps 1-5 for the other filter. 12