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Operating and Installation Instructions Ventilation Hood To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, you must read these instructions before installing the appliance and using it for the first time. en-US M.-Nr. 11 742 410...
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............Caring for the environment ................12 Description of functions ................... 13 Guide to the appliance ..................14 Operation......................16 Switching the blower on and off ................. 16 Turning off the blower..................16 Turning the overhead lighting on/off..............16 Energy-saving tips.....................
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Contents MieleCare ......................39 Technical data ....................40...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance complies with current safety requirements. Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage. Read all instructions before installing or using the appliance for the first time. Only use the appliance for its intended purpose. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.
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Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician. A damaged ventilation hood can be dangerous. Always check for visible signs of damage. Never use a damaged ventilation hood.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Defective components should be replaced by Miele original parts only. Only with these parts can safety of the appliance be assured as intended by the manufacturer. If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualified service technician.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*: - a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Overheated oil and fat can ignite, causing fire damage to the ventilation hood. Do not leave cookware, pans, and deep-fat fryers unattended when cooking with oil or fat. Similarly, never leave an open flame unattended when grilling. ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: - a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
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Never use a steam cleaner to clean the ventilation hood. The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Accessories Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will become void.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed.
Description of functions The following functions are available on your ventilation hood, depending on the model: Extraction mode The air is drawn in and cleaned by the grease filters and directed outside. Recirculation mode The recirculation mode requires a recirculation kit and OdorFree Charcoal Filter (available as optional accessories, see “Technical Data”...
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Guide to the appliance a Controls b Overhead lighting c Charcoal filters Optional accessories for recirculation mode d Cover for the charcoal filter compartment e Grease filter f Vent collar ( 6" (150 mm) or 5" (125 mm) with reducing collar). g Exhaust outlet h Recirculation vents i Sliding switch for the cooktop lighting j Sliding switch for the blower...
Operation Switching the blower on and Switch the blower on as soon as you start cooking. This is to ensure that vapors are captured right from the start. Power levels 1 to 3 are available for light to heavy cooking vapors and odors. For strong vapors and odors that are temporarily produced when cooking, e.g., during searing, select the B...
Energy-saving tips This hood operates in a very efficient and energy-saving manner. The following will help you to save even more energy when using it: - Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation in the kitchen when cooking. If there is insufficient air flow during extraction mode, the hood cannot operate efficiently, causing increased operating noise levels.
Unsuitable cleaning agents can treating them with a stainless steel care damage the surfaces and control product (available from Miele). elements. Do not use any cleaning agents Important information for appliances containing soda, acid, chloride, or with lacquered housing solvent.
Cleaning and care Important information for the Grease filters controls Risk of fire If soiling is not removed promptly, it Oversaturated grease filters are a fire could cause the control elements to hazard. alter or discolor. Clean the grease filters at regular Remove soiling immediately.
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Cleaning and care In a Miele dishwasher use the “Normal” program. Depending on the detergent used, cleaning the filters in a dishwasher may cause the inside filter surfaces to become discolored. However, this will not affect the functioning of the grease filters in any way.
The charcoal filter is installed in the canopy above the grease filters. Charcoal filters are available to order via the Miele Web Store, Miele Technical Service (see end of this manual for contact details), or from your Miele dealer. The model designations are listed in the “Technical data”...
The bulbs should be replaced with the following: Bulb type ......LED, GU10 Power ..........3W Replacement bulbs are available from Miele. Loosen the lamp's securing screw a little. Turn off the blower and the lighting. Slide the screw and the lamp ...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Before installation Before installation, it is important to read the information contained in this chapter and in the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” chapter.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation a 1 vent collar for 6" (150 mm) or 5" (125 mm) exhaust ducting (not to be used with 4 screws 5 x 60 mm and recirculation mode). 8 plugs 8 x 50 mm b 2 brackets for attaching to the wall. for securing the ventilation hood to the wall (not required when installed ...
Please also observe the information contained in the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” section. Minimum distance S Cooking appliance Miele Non-Miele appliance appliance Electric Cooktops 24" (610 mm) Electric Barbeques and Fryers 26"...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation recommendations Removing the protective film - To achieve optimum vapor extraction, Protective film has been used to cover the hood must be centered over the all housing components attached to cooktop, not to the side. stainless steel models. This will shield them from any damage that may occur - The cooktop should be no wider than during transport.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Check the installation position of the Remove the deflector if necessary deflector. and turn it as appropriate for the operating mode required. To do this, press the two hooks, remove the deflector, turn it, and push it back in until it clicks into position.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Attachment from the top Installation underneath the wall unit Use only the attachment points shown on the drilling template and the screws supplied. Incorrect attachment can lead to damage to the hood and could compromise electrical safety (e.g. electric shock).
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Attachment from below As described previously, Miele recommends the attachment from above. Should it not be possible to proceed with the attachment from above, the hood can also be mounted to the cabinet's floor from below. The provided screws are intended for...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Wall installation You also have the option of mounting the range hood to the wall by means of two brackets. Two mounting brackets are supplied for this purpose. Remove the guide plugs from the housing. Attach the pre-cut drilling template to the wall.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Attach the mounting brackets to the wall, using the wall anchors and screws provided. The screws and plugs are designed for use in solid walls only. Use different fasteners for other wall Removing the bulb: construction types.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Preparation for extraction mode Insert the hood. When using 6" (150 mm) exhaust ducting, use a sharp knife to cut the exhaust socket to size. When using 5" (125 mm) exhaust ducting, install the exhaust socket as it is. ...
*INSTALLATION* Installation See “Connection for air extraction” for additional instructions on attaching the ducting. Preparation for recirculation mode Fit the charcoal filter (see “Cleaning and care”). Power supply Refer to the notes in “Electrical connection” and “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” before connecting to the electricity supply.
CSA C22.1-12, appliance to your power supply, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I. please consult a licensed electrician or call Miele’s Technical Service Department. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED...
- The diameter of the vent ducting If the exhaust is ducted through an must not be smaller than the cross- outside wall, a Miele wall vent or roof section of the vent collar (see vent (available as an optional “Appliance dimensions”).
If the ducting is to run through cool the direction of airflow. rooms or ceiling space, for example, the significant variations in temperature Miele will not accept warranty claims between the different areas can cause for any functional defects or damage condensate to form. Insulate the caused by inadequate ducting.
MieleCare, our Extended Service Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service. Contract program, gives you the You can book a Miele Service Call assurance of knowing that your online at www.miele.com/service. appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership.
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Technical data Blower motor 2 x 140 W Overhead lighting 2 x 3 W Total connected load 286 W Supply voltage, frequency 120 V AC, 60 Hz Fuse rating 15 A Power cord length 2.5 ft (0.75 m) Weight DA 1260 24.6 lbs (11.2 kg) DA 1280 30.8 lbs (14 kg) Optional accessories for recirculation mode 1 OdorFree Charcoal Filter DKF 18-900...
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Customer Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
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DA 1260, DA 1280 en-US M.-Nr. 11 742 410 / 00...