Hoover HCE160N/1 60cm Chimney Cooker Hood - Black - C Rated

Keep your kitchen environment fresh and inviting with the Hoover HCE160N/1, a practical and stylish 60cm chimney hood. Designed with a timeless pyramidal shape and finished in a sophisticated matte black, this unit is the perfect addition to both traditional and contemporary kitchens. It fits neatly above standard sized hobs, providing an essential barrier against steam, grease, and cooking odours.

Engineered for everyday use, this hood features a reliable motor capable of an extraction rate of 350 m³/h. Whether you are boiling pasta or frying onions, you can easily manage the airflow using the simple Push Button controls. These mechanical buttons allow you to instantly switch between 3 speed settings, giving you the power to increase extraction intensity when the cooking gets heavy, or drop it down to a quiet hum for simmering.

Visibility is key when cooking, and the HCE160N/1 is equipped with energy-efficient LED lighting. These long-lasting bulbs cast a bright, clear glow over your pots and pans, ensuring you can monitor your food's progress with ease. For maintenance, the durable aluminium grease filters capture airborne particles and are easy to remove and wash, ensuring the hood maintains top performance over time. Versatile in installation, this model supports both external ducting and internal recirculation (with the addition of carbon filters), making it suitable for any kitchen layout.

Usage Instruction:

• Speed Selection: Use the three mechanical push buttons to adjust the airflow based on your cooking intensity.

  • Low Speed: Suitable for light simmering that produces minimal steam.

  • High Speed: Recommended for intensive cooking, such as frying or searing, to manage heavy smoke and odors.

• Lighting: Activate the energy-efficient LED lighting using the dedicated push button to illuminate the hob surface during use.

• Ducting vs. Recirculation:

  • Extraction (Venting Outside): Connect the hood to an external duct (typically 120mm or 150mm) to remove air from the kitchen.

  • Recirculation: If external venting is not possible, install activated carbon filters (sold separately) to trap odors before the air is returned to the room.

Safety Warning:

• Fire Hazard: There is a significant risk of fire if cleaning is not carried out exactly in accordance with the instructions, particularly if grease is allowed to build up on the filters.

• Flambé Cooking: Do not flambé under the cooker hood, as the open flame can damage the filters and ignite grease, leading to a fire.

• Installation Height: For safe operation and maximum efficiency, the hood must be installed at a minimum height of 65cm above electric hobs and 75cm above gas hobs.

• Hot Surfaces: Accessible parts of the hood may become extremely hot during operation. Avoid touching heating elements and keep children under 8 away unless supervised.

• Electrical Safety: Before performing any maintenance or cleaning, you must disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.