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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. 12 253 820...
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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The function and operation of the protective measures provided in the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not synchronized with the grid power supply, or these measures must be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Only open the housing as described in the enclosed “Installation diagram” and in the “Cleaning and care” section of this manual. Under no circumstances should any other parts of the housing be opened. Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause operation faults.
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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 Fat and debris deposits impair the proper functioning of the ventilation hood. To ensure that cooking vapors are properly cleaned, never use the ventilation hood without the grease filters in place. Please note that the heat rising from the stovetop during cooking can cause the ventilation hood to become very hot.
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When installing the exhaust duct, only use pipes or tubes made of non-flammable material. These can be obtained from your Miele dealer or from Miele Technical Service. Always observe local building code requirements when selecting duct material. Exhaust air should not be vented into a chimney or vent flue which is otherwise in use and should not be channeled into ducting which ventilates rooms with fuel-burning installations.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accessories and parts Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become void. 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.
Description of functions The following functions are available on Recirculation mode your ventilation hood, depending on the (Only DA 6596 D requires a model: Recirculation kit and OdorFree Charcoal Filter (available as optional Extraction mode accessories); see “Technical data” for more information.) The air is drawn into the ventilation hood.
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Guide to the appliance a Telescopic chimney b Chimney c Canopy d Control panel e Grease filter f Spacer frame The spacer frame creates a shadow gap between the chimney and the ceiling. The hood can be installed with or without the spacer frame. g Recirculation vent (only for recirculation mode, DA 6596 only) h Cooktop lighting...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Do not dispose of this appliance with your household waste. The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during Old appliances may contain materials shipping. They have been designed to that can be recycled.
Operation (Automatic mode) When Con@ctivity 2.0 is active, the Reaction time hood always operates in Automatic Changing the power setting on the mode (see “Activating Con@ctivity 2.0”). cooktop does not lead to an immediate See “Cooking without Con@ctivity 2.0” increase or decrease in cooking vapors. for information on manually operating For this reason, the hood reacts with a the hood.
Operation (Automatic mode) - From level 3, it will switch to level 2 Resuming Automatic mode after approx. 1 minute. The ventilation hood resumes - From level 2, it will switch to level 1 Automatic mode: after 2 minutes. If the ventilation hood has not been - After 2 minutes at level 1, the blower used for a period of approx.
Operation (Manual mode) Cooking without Con@ctivity Selecting the delayed 2.0 (Manual mode) shutdown time The hood can be operated manually if: It is advisable to run the blower for a few minutes after cooking has finished. - The Con@ctivity 2.0 function is not This helps to neutralize any lingering activated.
Operation (Manual mode) The symbol will light up when the If power management is turned on, the overhead lighting is turned on. 1 and B indicators will be continuously lit. Power management If it is turned off, the 1 and B indicators will flash.
Operation (Automatic and Manual modes) Switch off the blower and the lighting. Filter saturation indicator Press the delayed shutdown The ventilation hood registers the length control and the filter saturation of time it has been operated. control at the same time. The filter saturation indicators show The grease filter symbol ...
Operation (Automatic and Manual modes) Activating/changing the charcoal Checking the filter saturation filter saturation indicator indicator The charcoal filter is required for the Before the set operating time has run recirculation mode. out, you can check what percentage of the time has elapsed. The filter saturation indicator for the ...
To prevent the surfaces from quickly Stainless steel housing becoming dirty again, we recommend treating them with a stainless steel care General information product (available from Miele). Unsuitable cleaning agents can Important information for appliances damage the surfaces and control with lacquered casing elements.
Cleaning and care Panels and grease filters for edge extraction The edge extraction panels and the reusable metal grease filters in the appliance remove solid particles (grease, dust, etc.) from the kitchen vapors, preventing soiling of the hood. DA 6596 D: Pull the front edge of the ...
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Cleaning and care Cleaning the panels by hand After cleaning Follow the instructions under After cleaning, leave the filters on an “Housing.” absorbent surface to dry. When removing the panels and Cleaning the grease filters by hand grease filters for cleaning, also clean ...
Charcoal filters are available to order via The grease filter symbol goes out. the Miele Web Store, Miele Technical Service (see end of this manual for When cleaning the grease filters before contact details), or from your Miele the full operating time has elapsed: dealer.
Cleaning and care When installing the filter for the first Disposing of charcoal filters time, activate the filter saturation Used charcoal filters can be disposed counter (see “Operation”). of with normal household waste. When to change the OdorFree Charcoal Filter ...
In the event of a fault which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service. You can book a Miele Service Call online at www.miele.com/service. Contact information for Miele Customer Service can be found at the end of this document.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Before installation Before installing the appliance, read all of the information contained 4 extension piece holders in this chapter and also in the for aligning and securing the telescopic “IMPORTANT SAFETY chimney INSTRUCTIONS” section. Installation parts 4 screws, M4 x 8.5 mm for securing the extension piece holders.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Appliance dimensions a Mounting area for the exhaust ducting and power cable. In recirculation mode, only the power cord is required. b Possible height range for appliance in extraction mode c Possible height range for appliance in recirculation mode d Alternative installation with spacer frame e Air vent positioned at the top for recirculation...
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 Structural support - A distance of at least 26" (660 mm) is recommended above electric cooktops to provide more workspace and easier cooking under the hood. - When selecting an installation height, always take the user height into consideration.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation " " For extraction mode: - Lay the vent duct and feed it down through the ceiling in the area shown. A section of flexible vent duct approx. 28" (700 mm) long is needed between the ceiling and the dai3435aus ventilation hood’s vent socket.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Use a knife to release the four spacers and the two covers from the spacer frame supplied. Drill four holes ³/₈“ (10 mm), approx. 4 ¹/₂” (115 mm) deep for the plugs supplied. Use the spacer frame as a drilling ...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation The spacer frame can be installed between the chimney and the ceiling. This creates a shadow which gives the illusion of a gap between the ceiling and the chimney. This is useful if the ceiling Mount the spacer frame onto the is not level or is uneven.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Hang the installation frame on the Align the installation frame and four screws. The front of the frame is secure it with the screws. marked with a “V”. The spacers, which were removed If using the spacer frame, place the from the spacer frame at the start, two covers into the fixing holes.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Holding the installation frame securely, remove the two fixing screws and extend the installation frame to its maximum length. Replace the screws. The directional unit from recirculation kit DUI 32 (optional accessory) is installed for recirculation mode (RM): ...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Secure the hose to the directional unit socket using a hose clip. Check that the hose is held securely. Push the telescopic chimney over the installation frame: - with the recirculation grilles at the bottom for extraction mode (AE), - with the recirculation grilles at the top for recirculation mode (RM).
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Fit the four telescopic chimney Bend back the two retaining tabs. clamps. When the screws are Push the chimney over the telescopic tightened, the clamps spread out and extension piece and bend the push the telescopic expansion piece retaining tabs outward again to upwards.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation A non-return flap is supplied with the hood or is already fitted in the exhaust socket of the motor unit (depending on model). With vented mode (AE) insert the non-return flap in the exhaust socket if your ducting system is not equipped with one.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Connect the power cord. See “Electrical connection.” Unscrew both screws from the installation frame again. Slide the vent duct onto the vent The canopy can now be adjusted to the socket and secure it (using a hose desired height, observing the clip, for example).
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Raise the canopy to the desired Hold the chimney securely, bend height and secure it with the screws. back the retaining tabs and carefully lower it. The chimney will locate in the cut-out in the canopy.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation With recirculation mode (RM) ventilation hoods, insert the OdorFree Charcoal Filter. Remove the grease filters from the hood. Insert the safety screw on the inside. Carefully remove the protective foil from the grease filters. ...
“Appliance dimensions”). This applies in particular when using flat ducting. If the exhaust is ducted through an outside wall, a Miele wall vent or roof - The ducting should be as short and vent (available as an optional straight as possible.
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.
If there is any question concerning the electrical connection of this appliance to your power supply, please consult a licensed electrician or call Miele’s Technical Service Department. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED The strain relief must be used to ensure...
Activating Con@ctivity 2.0 Activating the ventilation hood Installation of the Con@ctivity 2.0 stick The cooktop and ventilation hood must be turned off. In order for you to be able to use the Con@ctivity 2.0 function, the cooktop Press and hold the delayed shutdown must be equipped with a Con@ctivity button 515 for approx.
Activating Con@ctivity 2.0 Activating the cooktop Activation failed While the ventilation hood is If a wireless connection cannot be searching for a wireless connection, established despite activation of the start activation on the cooktop. Con@ctivity function on the ventilation More information can be found in the hood and cooktop, the function must operating instructions for the...
Technical data Fan motor 350 W Cooktop lighting 4 x 3 W Total connected load 362 W Voltage, Frequency 120 V AC, 60 Hz Fuse rating 15 A Weight 74.8 lbs (34 kg) Optional accessories for recirculation mode: Recirculation kit DUI 32 and OdorFree Charcoal Filter DKF 12-900 Contains FCC ID: 2ACUWEI8800 IC: 5669C-EI8800 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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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 www.mieleusa.com Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 www.miele.ca Customer Support Phone: 888-99-MIELE (64353) Customer Care Centre info@mieleusa.com...