Irritating the smell of food, soot and yellow deposits on the walls, ceiling and furniture in the kitchen? Find out the basic 3 rules for installing the hood right now.
Installing a cooker hood in the kitchen: what you need to know?
Before choosing and installing an exhaust unit with the help of a specialist, decide on the power (throughput) that is optimal for your kitchen.
Calculate it using the standard formula:
- P = (PC x VP - OM) x 15 x 1.5 - for a gas stove,
- P = (PC x VP - OM) x 10 x 1.5 - for an electric stove.
Where:
- P - exhaust power (m³ / h),
- PC - kitchen area (m2),
- VP - ceiling height (m),
- OM = PC x VP x 0.10 (or 0.15) - the volume of furniture (10% -15% of the volume of the kitchen).
According to the requirements of the sanitary standard, the air in the kitchen must be renewed 10-15 times per hour. Therefore, multiply the obtained value by 15 (if a gas stove is installed) or by 10 (electric).
1.5 is the relative power reserve for normal operation of the hood.
What should be the installation of the hood above the stove?
When installing the hood, observe the recommended distance between the hob and the hood. It depends on the type of device (see installation instructions).
For gas surfaces:
- minimum - 65 cm,
- optimal - 75 cm,
- maximum - 80 cm.
For an electrical surface:
- minimum - 60 cm,
- optimal - 75 cm,
- maximum - 80 cm.
A high-positioned hood works ineffectively: fatty vapors and odors go beyond the working area and spread throughout the apartment. Low positioned - prevents the user from cooking at the stove and may ignite accumulated grease deposits on the filters.
Hood installation diagram in the kitchen
In most cases, ventilated air is discharged through the ventilation duct or outside - outside the room. Too long a duct with bends makes noise during the operation of the hood and reduces the efficiency of its operation by 10%. If the air duct is bent more than 90 degrees, overheating of the motor or improper air outflow may occur.
There are two types:
- plastic. It happens round and rectangular, which is not too noticeable. It can be run over kitchen cabinets. When using, they additionally buy adapters for the hood and for the ventilation duct. Benefits:
- the operating hood does not make noise,
- sealed, dirt does not clog in the cracks;
- corrugated. To secure it, you need a clamp and a grill with a fitting. Benefits:
- easy installation,
- no adapters needed,
- cheaper than plastic duct.
Which hood filter is the best?
The hoods are equipped (depending on the model) with disposable or reusable filters.
The reusable filter (aluminum) is made in the form of an aluminum mesh and foil, which can be easily washed in warm water with detergent or in a dishwasher.
The disposable (charcoal) filter traps small particles of dirty air and neutralizes odors. During the operation of the hood, it is periodically changed and new ones are additionally purchased.
How to remove grease from the cooker hood?
Clean the hood at least once a week. If it has a collapsible frame, it is better to disassemble it and wash the grates separately. Soak the filters for 2-4 hours in a sink or basin with hot water and detergent. Use gloves to avoid hurting your hands.
How to clean? If the grates have not been washed for a long time and a layer of grease has accumulated on them, wash them in the dishwasher on an intensive cycle (70 ° C). Contamination is well washed out with hot water jets. In this case, the throughput of the filter does not degrade.
If soaked grease still remains, moisten the grates with a strong detergent and leave for 1-2 hours. Then rinse again in the dishwasher or clean with a brush.
Cleaning your cooker hood in a proven way
Soak the filter in a baking sheet, after grinding the laundry soap and adding 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda. Place in the oven to preheat until the water boils. Leave the baking sheet for 2-3 hours. The old fat will completely dissolve. Rinse the grates with running water.
Now you know how to choose and how to clean the hood from fat. There is a large selection of goods in the electronic catalog of our site. Order a cooker hood by filling out an application on the website or by calling the hotline (044) 206 206 9. Tomorrow we will deliver the goods at a convenient time for you.
