Miele Ventilation Hood DA 6520 W User Manual

Operating and Installation  
Instructions  
Ventilation System  
DA 6590 W  
DA 6520 W  
en - US  
To prevent accidents  
and appliance damage,  
read these instructions  
before  
installation or use.  
M.-Nr. 09 523 600  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
,WARNING  
READ AND SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS,  
Keep these instructions in a safe  
place and pass them on to any future  
user.  
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
a) Use this appliance only in the  
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manner intended by the manufacturer.  
If you have questions, contact Miele.  
Read these instructions carefully  
before installing or using the  
Ventilation System.  
b) Before servicing or cleaning the  
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appliance, switch power off at the  
service panel and lock the service  
disconnecting means to prevent power  
from being switched on accidentally. If  
the service disconnecting means  
cannot be locked, securely fasten a  
prominent warning device, such as a  
tag, to the service panel.  
This appliance is intended for  
residential use only. Use the appliance  
only for its intended purpose.  
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This appliance complies with current  
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safety requirements. Improper use of  
the appliance can lead to personal  
injury and material damage.  
c) Be certain your appliance is  
properly installed and grounded by a  
qualified technician.  
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,CAUTION  
For General Ventilating Use  
Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust  
Hazardous Or Explosive  
Materials And Vapors.  
To guarantee the electrical safety of this  
appliance, continuity must exist  
between the appliance and an effective  
grounding system. It is imperative that  
this basic safety requirement be met. If  
there is any doubt, have the electrical  
system of the house checked by a  
qualified electrician.  
This appliance is designed to vent  
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cooking smoke and odors only.  
This appliance is suitable for  
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installation above gas or electric  
cooking surfaces.  
This appliance is not intended for  
outdoor use.  
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This appliance must not be used in  
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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a  
ship).  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
d) Before connecting the appliance  
Use  
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to the power supply make sure that the  
voltage and frequency listed on the  
data plate correspond with the  
household electrical supply.  
This data must correspond to prevent  
appliance damage. If in doubt consult a  
qualified electrician.  
,WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A  
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:  
a) Never leave surface units  
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unattended at high settings. Boilovers  
cause smoking and greasy spillovers  
may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or  
medium settings.  
e) Installation work and repairs  
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should only be performed by a qualified  
technician in accordance with all  
applicable codes and standards.  
Repairs and other work by unqualified  
persons could be dangerous.  
b) Always turn the hood on when  
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cooking at a high heat.  
c) Clean the ventilation hood  
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f) Only open the housing as  
frequently. Grease should not be  
allowed to accumulate on the fan or  
filter.  
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described in the enclosed "Installation  
diagram" and in the "Cleaning and care"  
section of this manual. Under no  
circumstances should any other parts  
of the housing be opened. Tampering  
with electrical connections or  
d) Use the proper pan size. Always  
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use cookware appropriate for the size  
of the cooking area.  
components and mechanical parts is  
highly dangerous to the user and can  
cause operation faults.  
e) Do not flambé or grill with an  
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open flame beneath the hood.  
Flames could be drawn up into the  
hood by the suction and the grease  
filters may catch fire.  
g) Before discarding an old  
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appliance, disconnect it from the power  
supply and remove the power cord to  
prevent hazards.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
,WARNING  
Do not allow children to play with or  
operate the appliance or its controls.  
Supervise its use by the elderly or  
infirm.  
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE  
EVENT OF A COOKTOP  
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE  
FOLLOWING*:  
Always turn on the hood when using  
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the cooktop to prevent damage from  
condensation.  
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close  
fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray  
then turn off the burner.  
BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS.  
If the flames do not go out immediately,  
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE  
DEPARTMENT.  
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Never operate gas burners without  
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cookware. Turn the burner off when not  
in use. Adjust the burner so that the  
flames do not extend beneath the  
cookware. Do not overheat the  
cookware, e.g. when using a wok. The  
hood can be damaged due to  
excessive heat from the burners and  
the cookware.  
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING  
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PAN - You may be burned.  
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including  
wet dishcloths or towels - a violent  
steam explosion will result.  
Do not use the hood without the  
grease filters in place.  
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Do not use a steam cleaner to clean  
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d) Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:  
the hood. Steam could penetrate  
electrical components and cause a  
short circuit.  
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1) You have a class ABC  
extinguisher, and you know how to  
operate it.  
2) The fire is small and contained in  
the area where it started.  
3) The fire department is being  
called.  
4)You can fight the fire with your  
back to an exit.  
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Based on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips"  
published by NAFTA  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Installation  
g) Do not install this hood over  
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cooktops that burn solid fuel.  
,WARNING  
h) Provided a larger distance is not  
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS,  
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
given by the manufacturer of the  
cooktop, follow the minimum safety  
distances between a cooktop and the  
bottom of the hood given in the  
"Appliance dimensions" section of this  
manual.  
a) Installation work and electrical  
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wiring must be done by qualified  
person(s) in accordance with all  
applicable codes and standards,  
including fire-rated construction.  
If local building codes require a greater  
safety distance, follow their  
requirement.  
If there is more than one appliance  
beneath the hood and they have  
different minimum safety distances  
always select the greater distance.  
b) Sufficient air is needed for  
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combustion and exhausting of gases  
through the flue (chimney of fuel  
burning equipment to prevent back  
drafting. Follow the heating equipment  
manufacturer’s guideline and safety  
standards such as those published by  
the National Fire Protection Association  
(NFPA) and the American Society for  
Heating, Refrigeration and Air  
i) Never connect an exhaust hood to  
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an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue,  
or room ventilating ductwork.  
j) Seek professional advice before  
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connecting an exhaust hood vent to an  
existing, inactive chimney or vent flue.  
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and  
the local code authorities.  
k) Any fittings, sealant, or materials  
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used to install the ductwork must be  
made of approved non-flammable  
materials.  
c) When cutting or drilling into the  
wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical  
wiring and other hidden utilities.  
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d) Ducted hoods must always be  
vented to the outdoors.  
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,WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE USE ONLY METAL  
DUCTWORK.  
e) Do not use this hood with any  
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solid-state speed control device.  
f) Do not use an extension cord to  
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connect the appliance to electricity.  
Extension cords do not guarantee the  
required safety of the appliance,  
(e.g. danger of overheating).  
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Description of functions  
The ventilation system can be operated  
Air extraction  
Recirculation mode  
The recirculation mode requires a  
conversion kit and odor-free filter  
(optional accessories for the  
The air is drawn in and cleaned by the  
grease filters and directed outside.  
The hood comes equipped with a  
non-return flap. This flap automatically  
closes when the hood is turned off so  
that no exchange of outside air and  
room air can occur. When the hood is  
turned on, the air pressure of the  
exhaust fan automatically opens the  
flap blowing the inside air and cooking  
odors outside.  
DA 6590 W only, see "Technical data")  
Air is drawn in and cleaned by the  
glass or stainless steel panels, grease  
filters as well as an odor-free filter. The  
filtered air is then recirculated back into  
the kitchen through a vent at the top of  
the hood’s chimney.  
In air recirculation mode, please  
ensure that the odor-free filter is in  
place, see "Cleaning and care".  
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Guide to the ventilation system  
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Guide to the ventilation system  
aChimney extension  
bChimney  
nFilter button  
The indicator l of the grease filter  
button lights when the grease filters  
need to be cleaned.  
cCanopy  
dControl panel  
The odor-free filter symbol comes  
on when the odor-free filter (for  
recirculation mode) needs to be  
replaced. When first using the system,  
the operating hours timer must be  
activated.  
eGrease filter  
fGlass or stainless steel panels  
Optional accessories  
DRP 6590 W glass (3 elements)  
DRP 6590 W stainless steel  
(3 elements)  
This button can be used at any time to  
reset the respective timer after cleaning  
the grease filter or changing the  
odor-free filter (see "Cleaning and  
care").  
gRecirculation vent  
(only for the DA 6590 W in recirculation  
mode)  
You can also check the operating hours  
and change the setting.  
hOverhead lighting  
iOdor-free filter  
Optional accessory for recirculation  
mode (DA 6590 W only)  
jOn/Off button for the overhead  
lighting  
This button turns the light on and off  
and also dims it.  
kOn/Off button  
lFan power selection  
mDelayed shut down  
This button activates the Delayed Shut  
Down feature. The fan can be set to  
turn off automatically after either 5 or 15  
minutes.  
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Operation  
Turning the fan on K  
Automatically switching back from  
the IS setting  
^ Press the On/Off button K.  
The intensive level can be programmed  
to automatically switch back to level 3  
after 10 minutes.  
The fan turns on at level 2. The K  
symbol and power level 2 indicators  
light up.  
^ Turn the fan and the lights off.  
Selecting the power level  
^ Press and hold the delayed shut  
down button 5 ¢15 for approx.  
10 seconds until power level 1 lights  
up.  
^ Use the "/+" controls to select the  
desired power level.  
+ = increases the fan speed  
= decreases the fan speed  
^ Then press the following buttons one  
after another:  
Levels "1" to "3" are usually sufficient for  
normal cooking.  
– overhead lighting I,  
– the button, and  
Intensive setting IS  
– the overhead lighingt button I  
again.  
The IS level should be used  
temporarilyf or a short period of time  
when frying or cooking food with a  
strong aroma.  
If the indicators 1 and IS flash,  
automatic switch-back is not activated.  
^ To activate automatic switch-back,  
press the + button.  
Power level indicators 1 and IS come  
on.  
To deactivate, press the button.  
^ To save the setting, press the  
delayed shut-off button 5 ¢15.  
If the procedure is not stored within 4  
minutes of programming, the hood will  
automatically default to the "old" data.  
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Operation  
Delayed shut down 5¢15  
Overhead lighting I  
For both air extraction and recirculation,  
it is recommended that run the fan for  
several minutes after cooking is  
completed.  
Turning the overhead lighting on  
The overhead lighting and the fan can  
be turned on and off separately.  
This helps clear the kitchen air of any  
remaining vapors and odors.  
^ Press the light button I briefly to  
turn the light on.  
The Delayed Shut Down feature can be  
selected to turn the fan off automatically  
after a preselected length of time.  
The I indicator comes on.  
The overhead light comes on at  
maximum brightness.  
^ After cooking, and with the fan on,  
press the Delayed Shut Down button  
5 ¢15 :  
Dimming the overhead lighting  
The brightness of the light can be  
adjusted.  
– once: the fan automatically turns off  
after 5 minutes (5 ¢ lights up).  
^ While the light is turned on, press  
and hold the light button I.  
The light dims until the button is  
released.  
– twice: the fan automatically turns off  
after 15 minutes (¢15 lights up).  
If you press the Delayed Shut Down  
button 5 ¢15 again, the fan will not turn  
off automatically (5 ¢15 goes out).  
^ If the button I is pressed and held  
down again, the light brightens until  
the button is released.  
Turning off the fan K  
If the I button is pressed continuously,  
the light cycles between light and dark.  
^ Press the On/Off button to turn the  
fan off K.  
Turning the overhead light off  
The K indicator goes out.  
^ Briefly press the light button I to  
turn the light off.  
The I indicator goes out.  
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Operation  
Automatic safety shut-off  
^ Press the On/Off button K to turn the  
fan off  
The fan will turn automatically off 10  
hours of use. The lighting however will  
remain on.  
^ Press the delayed shut down button  
5 ¢15 and the filter button [at  
the same time.  
^ Press the On/Off button K to turn the  
fan back on again.  
The grease filter symbol [ of the filter  
button and one of the power level  
indicators flash.  
Filter timer [—  
The 1 to IS indicators show the  
programmed time:  
A timer counts the hours of fan  
operation.  
Indicator 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 hours  
Indicator 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 hours  
Indicator 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 hours  
Indicator IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 hours.  
The timer signals that the filters need to  
be cleaned or replaced by turning on  
the grease filter symbol [ or the  
odor-free filter symbol .  
^ Press to select a shorter operating  
time or + for a longer one.  
See "Cleaning and care" for information  
on cleaning and replacing filters and  
resetting the timers.  
^ Save the setting by pressing the filter  
button [.  
Reprogramming the grease filter  
timer [  
All the lights will go out.  
If the procedure is not stored within 4  
minutes, the hood will automatically  
default to the original setting.  
The timer may be set to suit your  
cooking habits.  
– If you often roast and fry foods,  
choose a shorter operating time.  
– If you tend to cook fat-free, choose a  
longer operating time.  
– If you cook only occasionally, it is  
better to choose a shorter operating  
time. This is because accumulated  
grease will harden over time, making  
cleaning difficult.  
The factory setting for the grease filter  
timer is 30 hours. You can adjust the  
time to 20, 30, 40 or 50 hours.  
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Operation  
Activating/changing the odor-free filter Checking the filter operating hours  
timer  
counter  
(in recirculation mode)  
Even before the maximum operating  
time has been reached, you can check  
what percentage of the time has  
elapsed.  
The odor-free filter is necessary for  
recirculation mode.  
The odor-free filter timer is not pre-set.  
^ Press the On/Off button K to turn the  
fan on.  
The timer may be set to suit your  
cooking habits.  
^ Press the filter button [–  
^ Press the On/Off button K to turn the  
fan off  
– once, to check the grease filter  
operating time. The grease filter  
symbol [ comes on.  
^ Press + and the filter button — at  
the same time.  
– twice, to check the odor-free filter  
operating time. The odor-free filter  
symbol comes on.  
The odor-free filter symbol of the  
timer button and one of the power level  
indicators flash.  
At the same time one or more power  
level indicators start flashing.  
The 1 to IS indicators show the  
programmed time:  
Indicator1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 hours  
Indicator 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 hours  
Indicator 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 hours  
Indicator IS . . . . . . . . . . . . deactivated.  
The number of flashing indicators  
shows the elapsed operating time:  
Indicator 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25%  
Indicators 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50%  
Indicators 1 to 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75%  
Indicators 1 to IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%  
^ Press to select a shorter operating  
time or + for a longer one.  
This information will remain stored in  
^ Save the setting by pressing the filter memory in the event of a power failure.  
button [.  
All the indicator lights go out.  
If the procedure is not stored within 4  
minutes, the hood will automatically  
default to the original setting.  
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Cleaning and care  
,WARNING  
Avoid:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS,  
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
– cleaning agents containing soda,  
acids or chlorides,  
– abrasive cleaning agents  
e.g. powder or cream cleansers,  
– abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers  
or sponges which have been  
previously used with abrasive  
cleaning agents.  
Before cleaning or servicing the  
hood, disconnect it from the power  
supply, see "Important Safety  
Instructions".  
– sharp metal scrapers,  
– oven spray.  
,The halogen bulbs are very hot  
when in use. They stay hot for some  
time after turned off. Use caution,  
danger of burns.  
Special instructions for stainless  
steel surfaces  
Wet cleaning the hot bulbs will  
cause damage.  
Wait a few minutes after turning  
them off before cleaning.  
(not applicable to the controls)  
Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned  
using a non-abrasive stainless steel  
cleaner.  
To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner  
for stainless steel can be applied.  
Cleaning the casing  
Never use abrasive cleaners,  
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic  
(oven) cleaners on the hood. They  
will damage the surface.  
Special instructions for colored  
casings (RAL)  
(Special order)  
^ All external surfaces and controls can  
be cleaned with a mild solution of  
warm water and liquid dish soap  
applied with a soft sponge.  
It is very difficult to clean this type of  
surface without causing minor marks to  
the surface material. This can become  
particularly noticeable with darker  
colors and if there is halogen lighting in  
the kitchen.  
Do not use too much water when  
cleaning the controls. Water could  
penetrate the electronics and cause  
damage.  
^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth.  
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Cleaning and care  
Special instructions for glass  
surfaces  
Glass or stainless steel panels  
and grease filters  
^ Glass surfaces should be cleaned  
with a normal glass cleaner.  
The glass or stainless steel panels and  
the reusable metal grease filters  
remove solid particles from the vented  
kitchen air (grease, dust, etc.) and  
prevent soiling of the hood.  
Stainless steel colored controls  
These controls may become dis-  
colored or damaged if not cleaned  
regularly.  
Do not use a stainless steel cleaner  
on these controls.  
Clean the panels and grease filters at  
the latest when the grease filter symbol  
[ of the timer button comes on.  
The grease filters should be cleaned  
every 3 - 4 weeks, as the collected  
grease hardens over time and makes  
cleaning more difficult.  
,A dirty filter is a fire hazard!  
^ Pull the front edge of the panels  
down out of the lock, lower them  
slightly, unhook them at the back,  
and take them out.  
Support the panel so that it does not  
fall and damage the cooktop.  
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Cleaning and care  
Cleaning the grease filters and  
panels in the dishwasher  
^ Place the filters vertically in the lower  
basket, making sure that the spray  
arm is not blocked.  
Use a wash program with a max.  
temperature of 150°F (65°C). In a  
Miele dishwasher use the "Normal"  
program.  
Use the recommended amount of  
dishwasher detergent. Overuse could  
destroy the filter.  
^ Open the grease filter lock, lower the  
grease filter slightly, unhook it at the  
back, and take it out.  
Depending on the detergent,  
cleaning the grease filters in a  
dishwasher may cause permanent  
discoloration of the filter surface.  
Filter performance will not be  
affected by this discoloration.  
Support the grease filter so that it  
does not fall and damage the  
cooktop.  
Cleaning the panels by hand  
^ After cleaning, place the filters on a  
towel to dry.  
^ Follow the instructions under  
"Cleaning the casing".  
^ While the panels and the filters are  
removed, clean any dirt or grease  
from the casing parts that are  
accessible. This reduces the risk of  
fire.  
Cleaning the grease filters by hand  
^ Use a scrub brush with a solution of  
warm water and mild dish soap.  
Do not use the pure detergent,  
aggressive all purpose cleaners,  
oven sprays, abrasive cleaning  
agents or limescale removers. They  
could damage the filter.  
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Cleaning and care  
^ When reinstalling the grease filters,  
make sure that the locking clips are  
facing down.  
Resetting the grease filter timer  
After cleaning, reset the grease filter  
timer.  
^ With the fan running, press and hold  
the grease filter button lfor  
approx. 3 seconds, until only the 1 is  
flashing.  
The indicator light will l go out.  
If the grease filters are cleaned before  
the timer has reached its maximum:  
^ Press and hold the grease filter  
button for lfor  
approx. 6 seconds, until only the 1 is  
flashing.  
^ If the filters are incorrectly installed,  
insert a small screwdriver into the slit  
along its edge to disengage them  
from the casing.  
^ Hook the panels onto the support  
ledge.  
^ Lift up the front of the panels and  
push them into the lock until they  
engage.  
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Cleaning and care  
Installing / replacing the  
odor-free filter  
Before first use:  
^ Program the filter timer (see  
"Operation").  
In recirculation mode, an odor-free filter  
must be used in addition to the grease  
filters. It is designed to absorb cooking  
odors.  
It is installed in the canopy above the  
grease filters.  
Replace the odor-free filter when:  
– the odor-free filter symbol of the  
filter button comes on,  
or  
– when the filter no longer absorbs  
odors efficiently.  
Replacement active charcoal filters  
can be ordered from Miele.  
However, it should be changed at least  
every 6 months.  
^ To install or replace the odo-freer  
filter, the grease filters must first be  
removed as described in the  
previous pages.  
Used odor filters may be discarded  
with the household garbage.  
^ Remove the odor-free filter from the  
packaging.  
Resetting the odor-free filter timer  
After replacing the filter, reset the  
odor-free filter operating hours counter.  
^ With the fan running, press the filter  
button [twice and hold it for  
about 3 seconds, until only the 1  
flashes.  
The odor-free filter symbol goes  
out.  
If you clean the odor-free filter before  
the operating time elapses:  
^ Slide the odor-free filter into the rear  
of the filter frame, then raise the front  
and push it into the frame.  
^ Press the filter button [twice and  
hold it for about 6 seconds, until only  
the 1 flashes.  
^ Reinsert the grease filters and the  
panels.  
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Cleaning and care  
Changing the light bulbs  
,WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS,  
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
Before changing the light bulbs,  
disconnect the hood from the power  
supply, see "Important Safety  
Instructions".  
When in use halogen bulbs become  
extremely hot, and can burn your  
hands. Do not attempt to change the  
bulbs until they have had sufficient  
time to cool.  
^ To change the halogen bulb, first  
gently press the light cover. The  
cover will open and can now be  
flipped down.  
^ Pull the halogen bulb from its socket.  
^ Using a cloth or glove, insert the new  
halogen bulb (type 12 V, 20 W, G4).  
Please follow the manufacturer's  
instructions.  
^ Flip the light cover back up, making  
sure it clicks into place.  
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After Sales Service  
Repairs  
MieleCare  
In the event of a fault which you cannot  
easily fix yourself, please contact the  
Miele Technical Service Department.  
(USA only)  
MieleCare, our Extended Service  
Contract program, gives you the  
assurance of knowing that your  
^ When contacting the Technical  
Service Department, please quote  
the model and serial number of your  
appliance.  
appliance investment is covered by  
5 years of worry free ownership.  
MieleCare is the only Extended Service  
Contract in the industry that guarantees  
repairs by a Miele Authorized Service  
Provider using genuine Miele parts.  
Only genuine Miele parts installed by  
factory trained professionals can  
guarantee the safety, reliability, and  
longevity of your Miele appliance.  
These are shown on the data plate  
which is visible when the grease filters  
are removed.  
Please note that unless expressly  
approved in writing by Miele’s Service  
department, Extended Service  
Contracts offered by other providers for  
Miele products will not be recognized  
by Miele. Our goal is to prevent  
unauthorized (and untrained) service  
personnel from working on your Miele  
products, possibly doing further  
damage to them, you and/or your  
home.  
To learn more about MieleCare  
Extended Service Contracts, please  
contact your appliance dealer or visit  
us online at:  
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Installation Instructions  
Read these instructions and the "Important Safety Instructions" before installing  
this ventilation system.  
The installation steps are described in the enclosed "Installation Diagram".  
Leave these instructions with the appliance for the consumer/user.  
Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most  
current product specification, technical & warranty information.  
 
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Caring for the environment  
Disposal of packing material  
Disposal of an old appliance  
The cardboard box and packing  
materials protect the appliance during  
shipping. They have been designed to  
be biodegradable and recyclable.  
Please recycle.  
Old appliances may contain materials  
that can be recycled. Please contact  
your local recycling center about the  
possibility of recycling these materials.  
Before discarding an old appliance,  
disconnect it from the electrical  
supply and cut off the power cord to  
prevent it from becoming a hazard.  
,DANGER  
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
bags, etc., are disposed of safely  
and kept out of the reach of babies  
and young children. Danger of  
suffocation!  
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Appliance dimensions  
Drawing is not to scale.  
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Appliance dimensions  
a Air extraction mode  
b Recirculation mode  
c Recirculation vent positioned at the  
top (only for the DA 6590 W in  
recirculation mode)  
d, e Installation area;  
For recirculation mode only d.  
Wall/ceiling area respectively for vent  
hole and outlet installation.  
For recirculation mode only the outlet  
installation is required.  
Connection for extraction mode  
6" (150 mm), with vent pipe adapter  
5" (125 mm).  
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Appliance dimensions  
Distance between cooktop and hood (S)  
Do not install this exhaust hood over cooktops burning solid fuel.  
Provided a larger distance is not given by the manufacturer of the cooktop, follow  
the minimum safety distances between a cooktop and the bottom of the hood:  
Miele Cooktops  
Non-Miele  
Cooktops  
Electric Cooktops  
24" (610 mm)  
26" (660 mm)  
Electric Barbeques and Fryers  
Multiburner Gas cooktops  
< 43,000 BTU (12.6 KW)  
and no burner > 15,000 BTU (4.5 KW)  
26" (660 mm)  
30" (760 mm)  
Single burner (Wok) < 20,500 BTU (6 KW)  
All other gas cooktops  
26" (660 mm)  
30" (760 mm)  
30" (760 mm)  
– If several gas surfaces are installed under the hood, the total output must be  
considered when determining the minimum safety distance.  
– Be sure to follow the minimum safety distances given by the gas cooktop  
manufacturer to easily flammable materials e.g. upper cabinets.  
– If local building codes require a greater safety distance, follow their requirement.  
– If there is more than one appliance beneath the hood and they have different  
minimum safety distances always select the greater distance.  
See "Important Safety Instructions" for further information.  
– To ensure free access to work under the ventilation hood, a distance of a  
minimum of 26" (660 mm) above the electric cooktop is also recommended.  
– Take the user's body height into consideration when selecting the installation  
height. Adequate work space at the cooktop and optimal operation of the  
ventilation system should be ensured.  
– However, the greater the distance from the cooktop, the less effectively cooking  
odors are drawn in.  
– If the top of the hood will be mounted flush to the ceiling, regard the possible  
unit height when selecting the installation height.  
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Appliance dimensions  
Drilling diagram  
To prepare a backing plate, the  
spacings for the 5 mm screws need to  
be drilled as shown.  
If the ventilation hood will be mounted  
directly to the wall, follow the additional  
instructions given in the included  
"Installation diagram".  
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Plywood backing  
^ Find the studs to the left and right of  
the mounting location by tapping the  
wall or using a stud finder.  
The majority of the weight of the  
installed ventilation system will be  
supported by the lower retaining  
plate. It must be firmly attached to  
the stud framing behind the drywall.  
If studs are not available in the  
required locations, a plywood  
backing (min. ½" (13 mm) thick)  
spanning at least two studs must be  
installed. Failure to adequately  
support the weight as stated may  
result in the ventilation system falling  
off the wall, causing personal injury  
and property damage.  
^ Mark a vertical cutting line along the  
center of each stud.  
,CAUTION  
When cutting or drilling into the wall  
or ceiling, do not damage electrical  
wiring and other hidden utilities.  
^ Remove the drywall between the  
cutting lines and replace it with  
plywood of a matching thickness  
(min. ½" (13 mm) thick). Tape the  
joints and refinish the wall.  
(If plywood backing is not needed,  
proceed to the included "Installation  
diagram".)  
^ Proceed to the enclosed "Installation  
diagram" to complete the installation.  
To install a plywood backing  
^ Determine and mark the location of  
the retaining plate for the canopy as  
outlined on the "Installation diagram".  
^ Make a cutting line 3" (76 mm) above  
and 3" (76 mm) below the outline of  
the retaining plate.  
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Installation  
Dismantling  
Before installation read the  
information in the "Dimensions" and  
"Important Safety Instruction"  
chapters.  
Under certain conditions, there is a  
danger of poisonous fumes by when  
the ventilation system and a furnace  
drawing interior air run at the same  
time.  
If the hood needs to be disassembled,  
follow the instructions on the  
"Installation diagram" in the reverse  
order.  
A lever is enclosed for easier removal  
of the chimney extension.  
Installation instructions  
The individual installation steps are  
described in the included Installation  
diagram.  
Protective film  
(stainless steel units)  
^ After removing the two screws from  
the chimney, slide the lever between  
the chimney and the chimney  
The casing is covered with a protective  
film to prevent scratching during  
transport.  
extension and gently apply pressure  
to ease the chimney from its hooks.  
Please peel off the film before installing  
the casing parts. It can be removed  
without tools.  
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Installation  
Installation material  
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Installation  
a 3 protective shields  
to prevent scratches to the chimney  
during installation.  
2 M 6 locking nuts  
for securing the motor assembly.  
b 1 vent collar  
for use with 6" (150 mm) exhaust  
ducting.  
c 1 vent pipe adapter  
for use with 5" (125 mm) exhaust  
ducting.  
2 Screws 3.9 x 7.5 mm  
for securing the chimney.  
d Telescopic retaining plate to  
secure the ventilation hood to the  
wall.  
e Installation kit for recirculation  
mode  
1 Lever  
for dismantling the chimney.  
contains diverter, hose and hose  
clips (optional accessory, see  
"Technical data").  
6 Screws 5 x 40 mm  
(S8 wall anchors included in the  
packaging are not for use in USA / CDN)  
Installation instructions  
,The screws and wall anchors are  
suitable for solid brick walls.  
For other wall constructions, use  
appropriate materials.  
Ensure that the wall can support the  
weight.  
Reducing collar  
(optional accessory)  
See "Reducing Collar" for more  
information.  
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Air extraction  
Exhaust ducting and connections  
,WARNING  
Use smooth or flexible pipework made  
from approved non-flammable  
materials for exhaust ducting.  
Danger of toxic fumes.  
Gas cooking appliances release  
carbon monoxide that can be  
harmful or fatal if inhaled.  
To reduce the risk of fire and to  
properly exhaust air, the exhaust  
gases extracted by the hood  
should be vented outside of the  
building only.  
To achieve the most efficient air  
extraction and quietest noise levels,  
consider the following:  
– The diameter of the ductwork should  
not be less than 6" (150 mm).  
– If flat ducting is used, the cross  
section must not be smaller than the  
cross section of the ventilation  
exhaust.  
Do not vent exhaust air into  
spaces within walls or ceilings or  
in attics, crawl spaces or garages.  
– The ducting should be as short and  
straight as possible.  
– Use ductwork with a wide radius.  
To reduce the risk of fire, only use  
metal ductwork.  
– The exhaust duct must not be bent  
or compressed.  
Please read and follow the  
"IMPORTANT SAFETY  
INSTRUCTIONS" to reduce the risk of  
personal injury. Follow all local building  
codes when installing the hood.  
– Make sure all connections are  
secure.  
– Where the ductwork is horizontal, it  
must slope away from the hood at  
least 1/8" per foot (1 cm per meter) to  
prevent condensation dripping into  
the appliance.  
– If the exhaust is ducted through an  
outside wall, a Telescopic Wall Vent  
can be used.  
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Air extraction  
– If the exhaust is ducted into an  
inactive flue, the air must be expelled  
parallel to the flow direction of the  
flue.  
Never connect an exhaust hood to  
an active chimney, dryer vent, flue,  
or room venting ductwork. Seek  
professional advice before  
connecting an exhaust hood vent to  
an existing, inactive chimney or vent  
flue.  
Important  
If the ductwork runs through rooms,  
ceilings, garages, etc. where  
temperature variations exist, it may  
need to be insulated to reduce  
condensation.  
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Air extraction  
Reducing Collar  
Condensate trap  
(optional accessory)  
(optional accessory)  
If you would like to reduce the  
environmental impact of your ventilation  
system by limiting the CFM output the  
Reducing Collar can be installed.  
In some cases, a condensate trap may  
also be required to collect and  
evaporate any condensate which may  
occur. This optional accessory is  
available for ducts 5" (125 mm) and 6"  
(150 mm) in diameter.  
It reduces the air flow to less than  
400 CFM.  
Check local building codes for  
max. CFM requirements.  
When installing a condensate trap,  
ensure that it is positioned vertically  
and if possible directly above the  
exhaust outlet.  
^ Push the Reducing Collar on the  
exhaust port of the fan.  
^ Push the exhaust hose over it.  
^ Fix both with a hose clamp.  
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Electrical connection  
,WARNING  
Grounding Instructions  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR  
INJURY TO PERSONS,  
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
This appliance must be grounded. In  
the event of an electrical short circuit,  
grounding reduces the risk of electric  
shock by providing a path of least  
resistance. This appliance is equipped  
with a cord having a grounding wire  
with a grounding plug. The plug must  
be plugged into an outlet that is  
All electrical work should be  
performed by a qualified electrician  
in strict accordance with national  
regulations (for USA: ANSI-NFPA 70)  
and local safety regulations.  
Installation, repairs and other work  
by unqualified persons could be  
dangerous.  
properly installed and grounded.  
WARNING - Improper grounding can  
result in a risk of electric shock.  
If there is any doubt, have the electrical  
system of the house checked by a  
qualified electrician.  
Ensure that power to the appliance  
is OFF while installation or repair  
work is performed.  
Do not use an extension cord. If the  
power supply cord is too short, have a  
qualified electrician install an outlet  
near the appliance.  
^ Verify that the voltage, load and  
circuit rating information found on the  
data plate (located behind the  
grease filters), match the household  
electrical supply before installing the  
hood.  
Important  
The hood comes equipped with a 6.5 ft  
(2 m) power cord with a NEMA 5-15  
molded plug for connection to a  
^ Use only with ventilation hood  
cord-connection kits that have been  
investigated and found acceptable  
for use with this model hood.  
120 VAC, 60 Hz, 15 A power outlet.  
If there is any question concerning the  
electrical connection of this appliance  
to your power supply, please consult a  
licensed electrician or call Miele’s  
Technical Service Department.  
,WARNING:  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE  
GROUNDED  
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Technical data  
Total connected load * . . . . . . . . 410 W  
– Fan motor * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 W  
– Overhead light . . . . . . . . . . . 3 x 20 W  
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V AC  
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz  
Fuse rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 A  
Length of the  
power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5 ft (2 m)  
Weight  
DA 6590 W . . . . . . . . . . . 46 lbs (21 kg)  
Optional accessories for  
recirculation (DA 6590 W only):  
– DUW 20 conversion kit  
– Miele DKF 12-1 active carbon filter  
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