HOOVER HBG152NS/1 Stainless Steel Cooker Hood
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not try to use the cooker hood without the grease filters or if the filters are excessively greasy!
- Ever leave naked flames under the cooker hood?
- If the cooker hood is damaged, do not attempt to use it.
- The air must not be discharged into a flue that is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
- The cooker hood must be installed according to the installation instructions and all measurements followed.
- All installation work must be carried out by a competent person or qualified electrician.
- Please dispose of the packing material carefully. Children are vulnerable to it.
- Pay attention to the sharp edges inside the cooker hood, especially during installation and cleaning.
- Make sure the ducting has no bends sharper than 90 degrees, as this will reduce the efficiency of the cooker hood.
- Cooker hood is for domestic use only.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
Installation
Mounting of the V-Flap
- Mount two half-parts 2 into the body 6
- Repeat all the operations for the 2nd half-part
Before installation, turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet.
- Drill a hole in the cupboard, with a hole wide 490*265(mm) for 52CM and 715*265(mm) for 75CM. Refer to the pic below.
- Make sure the distance between the 0edge of the hole and the edge of the cupboard is at least 35mm.
- Remove the aluminum filter and remove the two front panel screws.
- Use a screwdriver to secure the 8pcs ST4*18 screws and fix the hood body to the cupboard.
- Replace the front panel with the two screws and replace the filter.
Start Using Your Cooker Hood
Toggle switch
There are 3 speeds for the motor and an on-off switch for the lamp. 1. Lamp – Turn on/off light “O” – to switch off light “I” – to switch on light Power – Slide out drawer, power on; slide in drawer, power off. 2 . Speed –select speed to suit cooking conditions. “O” – to switch off the motor. Low( I )– light frying/boiling Medium( II ) – frying/wok cooking/heavy boiling High ( III ) – grilling, intensive frying and wok cooking Power – Slide out drawer, power on; slide in drawer, power off.
Maintainance & Cleaning
- Before maintenance or cleaning is carried out, the cooker hood should be disconnected from the main power supply. Ensure that the cooker hood is switched off at the wall socket and the plug removed.
- External surfaces are susceptible to scratches and abrasions, so please follow the cleaning instructions to ensure the best possible result is achieved without damage.
- Avoid leaving alkaline or acidic substances (lemon juice, vinegar, etc.) on the surfaces.
- Soak them for HOOVER HBG152NS/1 Stainless Steel Cooker Hood about 3minutese in water with a grease-loosening detergent, then brush them gently with a soft brush. Please do not apply too much pressure; avoid damaging it. (Leave to dry naturally out of direct sunlight.
- Filters should be washed separately from crockery and kitchen HOOVER HBG152NS/1 Stainless Steel Cooker Hood utensils. It is advisable not to use rinse aid.
Mesh Filters
- To install filters for the following four steps.
- Angle the filter into the slots at the back of the hood.
- Push the button on the handle of the filter.
- Release the handle once the filter fits into a resting position.
- Repeat to install all filters.
Carbon Filter
- An activated carbon filter can be used to trap odors.
- Normally, the activated carbon filter should be changed at three or six months according to your cooking habits.
- The HOOVER HBG152NS/1 Stainless Steel Cooker Hood installation procedure of he activated carbon filter is as below.
- The aluminum filter should be detached first. Press the HOOVER HBG152NS/1 Stainless Steel Cooker Hood lock and pull it downward.
- Take out the carbon filter by rotating the carbon filter anti-clockwise.
- Replace the new carbon filter.
Bulb Replacement
- Always switch off the electricity supply before carrying out any operations on the appliance.
- When handling ba ulb, make sure it is completely cool down before any direct contact with hands.
- When handling globes, hold them with a cloth or gloves to ensure perspiration does not come in contact with the globe, as this can reduce the life of the globe.
- Switch the unit off and pull out the plug first.
- Remove the front part with the aid of a screwdriver.
- Pull out the LED light carefully and replace it with the same type and rated LED light.
- Replace the front part of the unit with a driver.
- ILCOS D code for this lamp is: DBR-2/65-H-64
- LED modules, self-ballasted – round lamp
Technical Data
- Max wattage: 2 W
- Voltage range: AC 110-240V
- Dimensions:
Troubleshooting
| Fault | Possible Cause | Solution |
| Light on, but the motor does not work | The fan switch turned off | Select a fan switch position. |
| The fan switch failed | Contact the service center. | |
| Motor failed | Contact the service center. | |
| Light does not work, motor does not work | House fuses blown | Reset/Replace fuses. |
| Power cord loose or disconnected | Refit the cord to the power outlet. Switch the power outlet on. | |
| Oil leakage | The way the valve and the outlet are not tightly sealed | Take down the one-way valve and seal with sealant. |
| Leakage from the connection of the chimney and the cover | Take the chimney down and seal it. | |
| Lights not working | Broken/Faulty globes | Replace globes as per this instruction. |
| Insufficient suction | The distance between the cooker hood and the gas top is too far | Refit the cooker hood to the correct distance. |
| The Cooker hood inclines | The fixing screw is not tight enough | Tighten the hanging screw and make it horizontal. |
Servicing Safeguards
- The high voltage capacitor remains charged after disconnection; short the negative terminal of the H.HVV capacitor to the oven chassis (use a screwdriver) to discharge before touching.
- Magnetron
- High-voltage transformer
- High-voltage capacitor
- High-voltage diode
- High-voltage fuse
- The following conditions may cause undue HOOVER HO38FL7NWBXUK Microwave Oven microwave exposure during servicing.
It is important that the HOOVER HO38FL7NWBXUK Microwave Oven WEEE undergo specific treatments to correctly remove and dispose of the pollutants and recover all the materials. In many countries, domestic collections may be available for large WEEEs.
Warranty
Home of Living Brands (Pty) Limited (“Home of Living Brands”) warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”) that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal, family or household use and purpose may manifest within a (one) year from the date of purchase (“warranty period”).
Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective, or does not work properly for the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom the customer bought the product (“the supplier”) thereof within the warranty period. If proof of purchase is not available, then repair and/or service charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier.
The supplier will refund, repair, or exchange the product in terms of this warranty, subject to legislative requirements. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase and not to any expendables attached or installed by the customer.
If the customer requests that the supplier repair the product and the product breaks or fails to work properly within 3 (three) months of the repair and not as a result of misuse, tampering, or modification by or on behalf of the customer, then the supplier may replace the product or pay a refund to the customer.
Customer Support
- Tel: 03444 995599
- NATIONAL CONTACT TEL NO. (087) 245 0029
- JOHANNESBURG TEL NO. (011) 490-9600
- Website: https://hoover.com/
- www.homeoflivingbrands.com
- www.hooversa.co.za
FAQs
Q: What are the key features of the HOOVER HBG152NS/1 cooker hood?
Ans: The HBG152NS/1 is a wall-mounted stainless steel cooking hood with easy-to-clean metal grease filters, built-in lighting, adjustable fan speeds, and strong extraction.
Q: What is the extraction capacity of this cooker hood?
Ans: With an extraction rate of about 380 cubic meters per hour (m³/h), it is perfect for effectively clearing medium-to large kitchens of grease, smoke, and cooking odours.
Q: How many fan speeds does the cooker hood have?
Ans: From gentle simmering to heavy frying, you may choose the extraction power according to your culinary demands, thanks to the cooker hood’s three adjustable fan speeds.
Q: Is the cooker hood noisy?
Ans: Although fan speed affects noise levels, they often fall between 50 and 65 dB, which is similar to the volume of background music or a typical conversation.
Q: What size kitchen is the cooker hood suitable for?
Ans: Depending on the ventilation system and ceiling height, kitchens up to 20–30 square meters are the ideal size for their extraction capacity.