Unpleasant odors, fumes and grease particles accumulate in the kitchen during cooking. They settle on furniture, walls, curtains and other items. Modern technologies make it possible to fill the kitchen with useful household appliances and appliances. Exhaust systems are capable of trapping fumes, odors and grease. The air stays fresh.
Types of hoods
There are three types of hoods:
- Flow through, with an air duct. Polluted air is discharged through a pipe into the ventilation shaft of the house or outside. The installation process is labor intensive. This type of hood does a good job of cleaning.
- Recirculating, without air duct. The motor draws air from the kitchen, passes it through the filter system inside the appliance, and returns it back.
- Combined combines the work of two modes. There is a switch inside the unit. The model fits any kitchen.
The Russian company "Elikor" (Kaluga) offers a wide range of models. Their hoods are distinguished by modern design, build quality. Buyers are offeredcollections: classic, modern, kitchen, ELIKOR ART, country. The client can choose a model for any style of interior. The manufacturer uses quality materials. You can buy Elikor exhaust systems and accessories for them (filters) in household appliances retail stores in all cities of Russia (Primorsky Territory, Chelyabinsk Region, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Irkutsk Region) or in online stores.
Types of filters
Elikor hoods have two stages of air purification:
Fatty. Included with all Elikor hoods. It consists of mesh plates made of stainless, galvanized steel or aluminum, which are fixed to the frame. They draw in the smallest particles of fat. Produce rough air purification. The grease filter for the Elikor hood can be disposable and reusable. The first is made of synthetic winterizer, acrylic or non-woven fabric. 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 durable. When it is dirty, it is removed and cleaned using dishwashing detergent or placed in the dishwasher. The cleaned plates are installed in the hood. The device is ready for use again
Coal (sorption). The second stage of air purification (fine). It is located behind the fat. Outwardly, it has the shape of a rectangular cassette or a circle. The body is made of plastic. The active ingredient is activated charcoal. Oftenfilter sold separately. It absorbs steam and odor, harmful gases. It cannot be cleaned and washed; if it gets dirty, you need to buy a new one (it is recommended to change it every 3-4 months). The size and shape of the filter for the Elikor hood depends on the model of the device. It must be purchased for models without an air duct
Universal filters fit any hood model of this company. They are soft plates. They are cut to size. The filter absorbs grease, fumes and odors
Cleaning and installing the grease and filter
The grease filter for the kitchen hood "Elikor" 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 gets dirty about once every 1-3 months. A dirty filter will not do its job. The extraction will be useless. The algorithm of actions is simple, any housewife can handle the work:
- The hood is unplugged.
- Then you need to remove the frame by pressing on the special lever, you will hear a click and the filter will slide out.
- It is washed in hot water using dish detergent or special formulations that remove grease. Metal frames can be put in the dishwasher. If cells are made of aluminum, use medium temperature mode.
- After cleaning, the frame is put back in place. The cassette is inserted into the cells and the lock snaps into place.
Only reusable metal can be washedfilters, disposable replace with new ones.
To remove dirt, it is not recommended to use: washing powders - particles of the composition can 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, coarse brushes, metal sponges. To enhance the effect, the frames can be soaked in warm water with detergent for a while.
Installing a carbon filter
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned, it must be replaced. Installing the filter on the Elikor hood is easy.
It is necessary to remove the frame with a grease filter, then pull the old carbon filter out of the frame and install a new one. It is necessary to turn on the hood and check it for extraneous sounds, vibrations and noises. If the work is carried out according to the rules, the device will work normally.
