In the kitchen, unpleasant odors, fumes and particles of fat accumulate during cooking. They settle on furniture, walls, curtains and other objects. Modern technologies allow you to fill the kitchen with useful appliances and appliances. Exhaust systems are capable of trapping fumes, odors and grease. The air remains fresh.
Types of hoods
There are three types of hoods:
- Flowing, with air duct. Polluted air is discharged through a pipe to the ventilation shaft of a house or to the street. The installation process is time consuming. An extractor hood of this type copes with cleaning efficiently.
- Recirculation, without duct. The engine takes air from the kitchen, passes it through the filter system inside the device, and returns it back.
- Combined combines the work of two modes. There is a switch inside the unit. The model is suitable for any kitchen.
The Russian company "Elikor" (Kaluga) offers a wide selection of models. Their hoods have a modern design, build quality. Buyers are offered collections: classic, modern, kitchen, ELIKOR ART, country. The client can choose a model for any style of interior. The manufacturer uses quality materials. Elikor exhaust systems and accessories (filters) can be purchased at retail home appliance stores in all cities of Russia (Primorsky Territory, Chelyabinsk Region, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Irkutsk Region) or in online stores.
Types of filters
In the hoods "Elikor" there are two stages of air purification:
- Fatty. Included in all hoods "Elikor". It is a mesh plate made of stainless, galvanized steel or aluminum, which are mounted on the frame. They draw in tiny particles of fat. Produce rough air cleaning. Grease filter for hood "Elikor" is disposable and reusable. The first is made of synthetic winterizer, acrylic or non-woven. It is installed in simple budget models. The filter is replaced as it becomes dirty with a new one. The reusable filter for the Elikor hood is more practical and more durable. When it is dirty, it is removed and cleaned using a dishwashing detergent, or put in a dishwasher. The cleaned plates are installed in the hood. The device is ready for use again.
- Coal (sorption). The second stage of air purification (thin). It is located behind the fat. Externally, it has the shape of a rectangular cassette or circle. The case consists of plastic. The active substance is activated carbon. Most often, the filter is purchased separately. It absorbs steam and odor, harmful gases. It cannot be cleaned and washed; if it is dirty, it is necessary to buy a new one (it is recommended to change it every 3-4 months). The size and shape of the Elikor hood filter depends on the model of the device. It must be purchased for models without duct.
- Universal filters are suitable for any hood model of this company. They are soft plates. They are cut to the right size. The filter absorbs grease, fumes and odors.
Cleaning and installing grease and filter
The grease filter for hoods in the Elikor kitchen absorbs all the fat from cooking into the cells. It protects the internal mechanisms of the device from damage. Cleaning is carried out as it becomes dirty about once every 1-3 months. A dirty filter cannot do its job. The hood operation will be useless. The algorithm of actions is simple, any housewife can handle the job:
- The hood is turned off from the outlet.
- Then it is necessary to remove the frame by pressing on the special lever, a click will be heard and the filter will slide out.
- It is washed in hot water using a dishwashing detergent or special grease removing compounds. Metal frames can be put in the dishwasher. If the cells are made of aluminum, medium temperature is used.
- After cleaning, the frame is replaced. The cassette is inserted into the cells and the lock latches.
You can only wash reusable metal filters, replace one-time with new ones.
To remove dirt, it is not recommended to use: washing powders - particles of the composition may scratch the surface of the metal. Soda is not suitable for washing an aluminum frame. Dark stains remain on the surface. Not suitable for washing filters: acids, alkalis, abrasive powders, chlorine, alcohol, rough brushes, metal sponges. To enhance the effect, the frames can be soaked in warm water with detergent for a while.
Carbon Filter Installation
The carbon filter is not cleanable; it must be replaced. Install the filter on the hood "Elikor" is easy.
It is necessary to remove the frame with the grease filter, then pull out the old coal from the frame and install a new one. It is necessary to turn on the hood and check it for the presence of extraneous sounds, vibration and noise. If the work is done according to the rules, the device will work normally.