ZFCX17X - Range hood ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Extractor hood / recirculation hood
Brand	Zanussi
Model	ZFCX17X
Power supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz
Lighting power	LED 4 W (E14, Ø37 mm)
Number of speeds	3
Grease filter type	Washable (every 2 months)
Charcoal filter type	Replaceable (every 4 months)
Extraction mode	Extracting (outdoor) or recirculating (indoor)
Minimum distance from hob	65 cm
Control type	Push buttons (4 keys)
Recommended cleaning	Soft cloth, neutral detergent
Protection against electrical shock	Earthing required
Child safety	Supervised use from 8 years
Reparability	Original spare parts via authorized service

Frequently Asked Questions - ZFCX17X ZANUSSI

How to install the ZFCX17X hood in extraction mode?

For extraction installation, connect the exhaust hose to an external outlet. Follow the instructions in the provided installation manual. The minimum distance between the hob and the hood must be 65 cm.

How often should I clean the grease filters?

Grease filters must be cleaned at least every 2 months. You can wash them by hand with a neutral detergent or in the dishwasher.

When to replace the charcoal filter?

The activated charcoal filter is not washable and must be replaced every 4 months, or more often with heavy use.

How to change the LED bulb of the hood?

Unplug the hood, let the bulb cool, then replace it with a LED bulb of type CANDLE LED 4W, 220-240V, E14, Ø37 mm (ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100).

What are the important safety instructions?

Do not flambé under the hood. Supervise children. Use only the provided screws. Ensure good ventilation. Do not use steam cleaners or abrasive products.

What to do if the hood does not work after installation?

Check the power supply and that the plug is correctly connected. Consult the manual for connections. If the problem persists, contact an authorized service.

Can I use the hood without charcoal filter?

In extraction mode (outdoor exhaust), the charcoal filter is not necessary. In recirculation mode (indoor), the charcoal filter is essential to purify the air.

How to clean the hood surface?

Use a soft cloth with a neutral detergent. Never use a steam cleaner, sprayed water, abrasive products, or metal scrapers.

Is the hood suitable for disabled people?

The appliance can be used by persons with reduced capabilities under supervision or after instruction. Children under 8 years old must not use it without supervision.

How to dispose of the hood at end of life?

Do not throw the hood with household waste. Unplug it, cut the power cord, and take it to an authorized recycling center for electrical waste.

USER MANUAL ZFCX17X ZANUSSI

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Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damages that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when it operates.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

1.2 General Safety

• This appliance is intended for domestic use above hobs, cookers and similar cooking devices.
• Before carrying out any maintenance, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• CAUTION: Accessible parts may become hot during use with cooking appliances.
• Use only the fixing screws supplied with the appliance; if not supplied, use the screws recommended in the installation instructions.
• Do not use adhesives to fix the appliance.
• The minimum distance between the hob surface on which the pans stand and the lower part of the appliance shall be at least 65 cm, unless otherwise specified in the installation instructions. If the hob installation instructions specify a greater distance, it must be taken into account.
• The discharge of air must comply with local authorities

- regulations.

• Ensure good air ventilation in the room where the appliance is installed to avoid the backflow of unwanted gases into the room from appliances burning gas or other fuels, including open fires.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked and the air collected by the appliance is not conveyed into a duct used to exhaust smoke and steam from other appliances (central heating systems, thermosiphons, water-heaters, etc.).

- When the appliance operates with other appliances the maximum vacuum generated in the room should not exceed 0.04 mbar.

- Make sure not to cause damage to the mains cable. Contact our Authorised Service Centre or an electrician to change a damaged mains cable.

• If the appliance is connected directly to the power supply, the electrical installation must be equipped with an isolating device that allows to disconnect the appliance from the mains at all poles. Complete disconnection must comply with conditions specified in the overvoltage category III. The means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
• Do not flambé under the appliance.

- Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapours.

• Clean the appliance regularly to prevent the deterioration of the surface material.
• Clean the appliance with a soft cloth regularly.
• Do not use a steam cleaner, water spray, harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the surface of the appliance. Use only neutral detergents.
• Clean grease filters regularly (at least every 2 months) and remove grease deposits from the appliance to prevent the risk of fire.
• Use a cloth or brush to clean the interior of the appliance.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation

WARNING! Risk of injury, electric shock, fire,

burns or damage to the appliance.

Only a qualified person must install this appliance. - Do not install or use a damaged appliance. - Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance. - Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear. - Before installing the appliance remove all the packaging, the labelling and the protective film. - Do not install the exhaust air into a wall cavity, unless the cavity is designed for that purpose.

2.2 Electrical connection

WARNING! Risk of fire and electric shock.

All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.

• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• If the symbol (☐) is not printed on the rating plate, the appliance must be earthed.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Do not let the electricity mains cable tangle.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• If the mains socket is loose, do not connect the mains plug.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• The shock protection of live and insulated parts must be fastened in such a way that it cannot be removed without tools.
• Make sure the appliance is installed correctly. Loose and incorrect electricity mains cable can make the terminal become too hot.
• Connect the appliance at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains after the installation.

2.3 Use

WARNING! Risk of injury, burns and electric shock.

shock.

• This appliance is for cooking purpose only. Do not use the appliance for other purpose.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or when it has contact with water.
• Use only the accessories supplied with the appliance.
• Keep flames or heated objects away from fats and oils during cooking and frying.
• Do not use uncovered electric grates.
• Do not use the appliance as a storage surface.
• Do not use magnifying glasses, binoculars or similar optical devices to look directly at the lighting of the appliance.

2.4 Service

• To repair the appliance contact an
• Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.

2.5 Disposal

WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the appliance correctly.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.

- Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and dispose of it.

3. MAINTENANCE

Clean grease filters in relation to use, at least every 2 months to prevent the risk of fire.

Hand wash or clean in a dishwasher using a neutral detergent. If washing in the dishwasher, possible discoloration of the filters does not in any way compromise their functioning.

The activated charcoal filter is not washable and cannot be regenerated, and must be replaced approximately every 4 months of operation, or more frequently for particularly heavy usage.

4. CONTROLS

Key A: light switch.

Key B: first speed motor ON/OFF switch.

Key C: second speed switch.

Key D: third speed switch.

5. INSTALLATION METHODS

FILTERING OR DUCTING VERSION ?

The hood may be in filtering or ducting version. Decide from the outset which type is to be installed. For better efficiency, we recommend installing the hood in the ducting version (if possible).

Ducting version

The hood purifies the air and evacuates it to the outside through an exhaust duct.

Filtering version

The hood purifies the air and recycles the clean air back into the room.

6. LIGHTING

Disconnect the hood from the electricity.

⚠ Warning! Prior to touching the light bulbs ensure they are cooled down. Replace it with lamps of the same type (CANDLE LED 4W, 220-240V, E14, ø37mm).

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol

Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of

appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste.

Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

4. COMMANDS

4. CONTROLS

EXHAUST OR RECIRCULATION?

4. CONTROLS

4. CONTROLS

4. CONTROLS

4. CONTROLS

Button A: light switch.

4. CONTROLS

Button A: light on.

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol

4. CONTROLS

Button A: light switch.

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

4. OPERATION

Button A: light switch.

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

4. CONTROLS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

4. CONTROL ELEMENTS

FILTERING OR SUCTION TYPE?

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. TAKING CARE OF THE ENVIRONMENT

4. CONTROL

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. Environmental protection

4. CONTROLS

4. COMMANDS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

4. CONTROLS

Button A: turn on the light.

4. CONTROLS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. CARE FOR THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

4. CONTROL

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. CARE FOR THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

4. COMMANDS

4. CONTROL BUTTONS

Button A: Switch for turning on the lighting.

4. CONTROLS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

4. CONTROLS

Button A: Lighting on/off button. Button B: Motor on/off at first speed level. Button C: Motor set to second speed level. Button D: Motor set to third speed level.

5. INSTALLATION METHODS

FILTER VERSION OR EXTRACTION VERSION?

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

4. CONTROLS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

4. CONTROLS

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

7. ENVIRONMENTAL CARE

4. COMMANDS

4. COMMANDS

Button A: turn on the light.

(LED CANDLE W4, V240-220, 14E, mm37ø)

ILCOS D code: DRBB/F-4-220-240-E14-37/100

4. Controls

3. Maintenance

3.2 Use

2. Safety instructions

1.2 Installation