Fantasia - Range hood ELICA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Range Hood
Brand	Elica
Model	Fantasia
Installation Type	Ducting or Filter version
Suction Speeds	3 speeds + Intensive (approx. 5 min)
Controls	Touch buttons with color indicator
Lighting	LED (up to 10x longer life, 90% energy saving)
Grease Filter	Washable (manual or dishwasher, low temp)
Charcoal Filter	Replaceable every 4 months (filter version only)
Minimum Distance (Electric Hob)	45 cm
Minimum Distance (Gas Hob)	55 cm
Indicator Functions	Grease filter saturation (steady red), Charcoal filter saturation (flashing red), Temperature alarm
Temperature Alarm	Activates motor when temperature too high in control area
Maintenance Frequency	Clean hood and grease filter monthly; replace charcoal filter every 4 months
Safety Features	Auto-off after intensive speed, filter saturation alerts, thermal protection
Power Supply	Refer to rating plate inside hood
Electrical Connection	Plug or direct connection with double pole switch
Duct Diameter	Equal to connection ring (specific size not provided)

Frequently Asked Questions - Fantasia ELICA

What is the minimum distance between the hob and the hood?

The minimum distance is 45 cm for electric cookers and 55 cm for gas or mixed cookers. Always check the hob manufacturer's instructions for a greater required distance.

How often should I clean the grease filter?

The grease filter should be cleaned at least once a month. You can wash it by hand with non-aggressive detergents or in a dishwasher on a low temperature, short cycle.

How do I replace the charcoal filter?

The charcoal filter is used only in filter version. Replace it every 4 months. To install, apply the filter as a cover to the motor impeller shield grids and turn clockwise. To remove, turn counter-clockwise.

What do the red indicator lights on the panel mean?

A steady red light indicates the grease filter needs cleaning. A flashing red light indicates the charcoal filter needs maintenance (replacement in filter version).

How do I activate the charcoal filter saturation indicator?

Turn off the hood, then press and hold button 2 for more than 5 seconds. The panel lighting changes from flashing to steady to confirm activation. To disable, repeat the process.

Can I use the hood in ducting version with the charcoal filter installed?

No, for ducting version the charcoal filter must be removed. The charcoal filter is only for filter version where fumes are recirculated.

What should I do if the temperature alarm activates?

The temperature alarm automatically activates the motor if the control area temperature is too high. It will stay active until the temperature drops below the alarm threshold. No manual action is required, but ensure proper ventilation.

How do I reset the filter saturation indicator after maintenance?

Turn off the hood, then press and hold button 1 for approximately 5 seconds. The indicator will reset after performing the required filter maintenance.

What type of lighting does the hood use and how do I replace it?

The hood uses LED lighting, which lasts up to 10 times longer than traditional lamps and saves 90% energy. For replacement, contact the technical service; do not attempt to replace it yourself.

Can I use the hood without the grease filter?

No, never use the hood without the grease filter effectively mounted. It traps cooking grease and failure to use it can cause fire risks.

USER MANUAL Fantasia ELICA

EN Instruction on mounting and use

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EN - Instruction on mounting and use

Closely follow the instructions set out in this manual. All responsibility, for any eventual inconveniences, damages or fires caused by not complying with the instructions in this manual, is declined. The hood is conceived for the suction of cooking fumes and steam and is destined only for domestic use.

The hood can look different to that illustrated in the drawings in this booklet. The instructions for use, maintenance and installation, however, remain the same.

! It is important to conserve this booklet for consultation at any moment. In the case of sale, cession or move, make sure it is together with the product.
! Read the instructions carefully: there is important information about installation, use and safety.
! Do not carry out electrical or mechanical variations on the product or on the discharge conduits.

Note: the elements marked with the symbol “(*)” are optional accessories supplied only with some models or elements to purchase, not supplied.

Caution

WARNING! Do not connect the appliance to the mains until the installation is fully complete.

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, disconnect hood from the mains by removing the plug or disconnecting the mains electrical supply.

Always wear work gloves for all installation and maintenance operations.

The appliance is not intended for use by children or persons with impaired physical, sensorial or mental faculties, or if lacking in experience or knowledge, unless they are under supervision or have been trained in the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

This appliance is designed to be operated by adults, children should be monitored to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.

Never use the hood without effectively mounted grating!

The hood must NEVER be used as a support surface unless specifically indicated.

The premises where the appliance is installed must be sufficiently ventilated, when the kitchen hood is used together with other gas combustion devices or other fuels.

The ducting system for this appliance must not be connected to any existing ventilation system which is being used for any other purpose such as discharging exhaust fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.

The flaming of foods beneath the hood itself is severely prohibited.

The use of exposed flames is detrimental to the filters and may cause a fire risk, and must therefore be avoided in all circumstances.

Any frying must be done with care in order to make sure that the oil does not overheat and ignite.

Accessible parts of the hood may become hot when used with cooking appliance.

With regards to the technical and safety measures to be adopted for fume discharging it is important to closely follow the regulations provided by the local authorities.

The hood must be regularly cleaned on both the inside and outside (AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH).

This must be completed in accordance with the maintenance instructions provided in this manual). Failure to follow the instructions provided in this user guide regarding the cleaning of the hood and filters will lead to the risk of fires.

Do not use or leave the hood without the lamp correctly mounted due to the possible risk of electric shocks.

We will not accept any responsibility for any faults, damage or fires caused to the appliance as a result of the non-observance of the instructions included in this manual.

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol ■ on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.

For further detailed information regarding the process, collection and recycling of this product, please contact the appropriate department of your local authorities or the local department for household waste or the shop where you purchased this product.

Additional Installation Specifications:

Use only the fixing screws supplied with the product for installation.

Use the correct length screws which are identified in the Installation Guide

WARNING! Failure to install the screws or fixing device in accordance with these instructions may result in electrical hazards.

Use

The hood is designed to be used either for exhausting or filter version.

Ducting version

In this case the fumes are conveyed outside of the building by means of a special pipe connected with the connection ring located on top of the hood.

Attention! The exhausting pipe is not supplied and must be purchased apart.

Diameter of the exhausting pipe must be equal to that of the connection ring.

In the horizontal runs the exhausting pipe must be slightly slanted (about 10^ ) and directed upwards to vent the air easily from the room to the outside.

Attention! If the hood is supplied with active charcoal filter, then it must be removed.

Connect the hood and discharge holes on the walls with a diameter equivalent to the air outlet (connection flange).

Using the tubes and discharge holes on walls with smaller dimensions will cause a diminution of the suction performance and a drastic increase in noise.

Any responsibility in the matter is therefore declined.

! Use a duct of the minimum indispensable length.
! Use a duct with as few elbows as possible (maximum elbow angle: 90°).
! Avoid drastic changes in the duct cross-section.
! Use a duct as smooth as possible inside.
! The duct must be made of certified material.

Filter version

One active charcoal filter is needed for this and can be obtained from your usual retailer.

The filter removes the grease and smells from the extracted air before sending it back into the room through the upper outlet grid.

Installation

The minimum distance between the supporting surface for the cooking equipment on the hob and the lowest part of the range hood must be not less than 45cm from electric cookers and 55cm from gas or mixed cookers.

If the instructions for installation for the gas hob specify a greater distance, this must be adhered to.

Electrical connection

The mains power supply must correspond to the rating indicated on the plate situated inside the hood. If provided with a plug connect the hood to a socket in compliance with current regulations and positioned in an accessible area, after installation. If it not fitted with a plug (direct mains connection) or if the plug is not located in an accessible area, after installation, apply a double pole switch in accordance with

standards which assures the complete disconnection of the mains under conditions relating to over-current category III, in accordance with installation instructions.

Warning! Before re-connecting the hood circuit to the mains supply and checking the efficient function, always check that the mains cable is correctly assembled.

The hood is provided with a special power cable; if the cable is damaged, request a new one from Technical Service.

Mounting

Before beginning installation:

• Check that the product purchased is of a suitable size for the chosen installation area.
• Remove the charcoal (*) filter/s if supplied (see also relative paragraph). This/these is/are to be mounted only if you want to use the hood in the filtering version.
• Check (for transport reasons) that there is no other supplied material inside the hood (e.g. packets with screws (*), guarantees (*), etc.), eventually removing them and keeping them.
• If possible, disconnect and move freestanding or slide-in range from cabinet opening to provide easier access to rear wall/ceiling. Otherwise put a thick, protective covering over countertop, cooktop or range to protect from damage and debris. Select a flat surface for assembling the unit. Cover that surface with a protective covering and place all canopy hood parts and hardware in it.
• In addition check whether near the installation area of the hood (in the area accessible also with the hood mounted) an electric socket is available and it is possible to connect a fumes discharge device to the outside (only suction version).
• Carry out all the masonry work necessary (e.g. installation of an electric socket and/or a hole for the passage of the discharge tube).

Expansion wall plugs are provided to secure the hood to most types of walls/ceilings. However, a qualified technician must verify suitability of the materials in accordance with the type of wall/ceiling. The wall/ceiling must be strong enough to take the weight of the hood. Do not tile, grout or silicone this appliance to the wall. Surface mounting only.

In the case of the presence of panels and/or walls and/or lateral wall units check that there is sufficient space to install the hood and that access to the command panel is easy.

Operation

Use the high suction speed in cases of concentrated kitchen vapours. It is recommended that the cooker hood suction is switched on for 5 minutes prior to cooking and to leave in operation during cooking and for another 15 minutes approximately after terminating cooking.

To select the functions of the hood just touch the commands.

1. Button ON/OFF motor

Press this button to turn on the hood; the suction speed (power) 1 is selected.

With the hood on (at any speed), press this button to turn the hood off.

2. Button for suction speed (power) decrease

3. Button for suction speed (power) increase – the selected speed can be distinguished from the colour of the panel:

Suction speed (power) 1: bright white
Suction speed (power) 2: light blue
Suction speed (power) 3: dark blue
Intensive suction speed (power): flashing dark blue

Note: Intensive suction speed (power) is active for a limited time (approximately 5 minutes) after which the hood is automatically positioned at suction speed (power) 2.

4. Button ON/OFF lighting/lights

Saturation indicator

The hood is equipped with a system that can notify via a dedicated indicator, when it is necessary to perform maintenance of the filters.

The grease filter saturation indicator is always active.

Check the saturation status of the charcoal filter:

Turn off the hood.

Press and hold button 2 for 2 seconds.

Important! Do not hold the button longer, this may change the saturation indicator related settings (see next paragraph "Activation of the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter").

Flashing lighting of the panel: the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter is disabled, the hood is ready to operate in ventilation version.

To use the hood in filtering version, the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter should be activated.

Steady lighting of the panel: the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter is activated, the hood is ready to operate in filtering version.

To use the hood in ventilation version, the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter should be disabled.

Activation of the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter: Turn off the hood.

Press and hold button 2 for longer than 5 seconds.

Panel lighting will change from "flashing" to "steady" to indicate that activation was successful.

Disabling of the saturation indicator of the charcoal filter: Turn off the hood.

Press and hold button 2 for longer than 5 seconds.

Panel lighting will change from "steady" to "flashing" to indicate that activation was successful.

Filter saturation indicator

The panel lights up at regular intervals:

in steady red, to indicate that it is necessary to perform maintenance of the grease filter

in flashing red, to indicate that it is necessary to perform maintenance of the charcoal filter.

To reset the saturation indicator:

Turn off the hood.

Press and hold button 1 for approximately 5 seconds.

Perform filter maintenance.

Temperature Alarm

The hood is equipped with a temperature sensor that activates the motor in the event that the temperature in the control area is too high.

This state persists until the temperature falls below the alarm threshold.

Temperature Alarm

The hood is equipped with a temperature sensor which activates the motor in case the temperature in the control panel zone is too high.

This condition remains as such until the temperature falls below the alarm threshold.

Maintenance

ATTENTION! Before performing any maintenance operation, isolate the hood from the electrical supply by switching off at the connector and removing the connector fuse.

Or if the appliance has been connected through a plug and socket, then the plug must be removed from the socket.

Cleaning

The cooker hood should be cleaned regularly (at least with the same frequency with which you carry out maintenance of the fat filters) internally and externally. Clean using the cloth dampened with neutral liquid detergent. Do not use abrasive products. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL!

WARNING: Failure to carry out the basic cleaning recommendations of the cooker hood and replacement of the filters may cause fire risks.

Therefore, we recommend observing these instructions.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage to the motor or any fire damage linked to inappropriate maintenance or failure to observe the above safety recommendations.

Panel

Maintenance of the panel

Dismantling:

Extract with decision (LOWER SIDE) and rotate upwards.

Cleaning:

the panel should be cleaned with the same frequency as the fat filters, using a cloth soaked in neutral liquid detergents.

Avoid the use of products containing abrasives. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL!

Montage:

Proceed in the reverse direction for dismantling.

Attention! Always check that the panel is fixed in its place well.

Grease filter

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Traps cooking grease particles.

The grease filter must be cleaned once a month using non aggressive detergents, either by hand or in the dishwasher, which must be set to a low temperature and a short cycle. When washed in a dishwasher, the grease filter may discolour slightly, but this does not affect its filtering capacity.

To remove the grease filter, pull the spring release handle.

Charcoal filter (filter version only)

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It absorbs unpleasant odours caused by cooking.

The saturation of the charcoal filter occurs after more or less prolonged use, depending on the type of cooking and the regularity of cleaning of the grease filter.

In any case it is necessary to replace the cartridge at least every four months.

The charcoal filter may NOT be washed or regenerated.

Circular carbon filter

Apply one on each side as cover to both the shield grids of the motor impeller, then turn clockwise.

For the disassembly, turn counter-clockwise.

Replacing lamps

The hood is equipped with a lighting system based on LED technology.

The LEDs guarantee an optimum lighting, a duration up to 10 times as long as the traditional lamps and allow to save 90% electrical energy.

For replacement, contact the technical service.