Miele Ventilation Hood DA251 4 User Manual

Operating and Installation  
Instructions  
Ventilation System  
DA 251-4  
DA 252-4  
DA 259-4  
en - US, CA  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage,  
read these instructions  
before  
installation or use.  
M.-Nr. 06 712 760  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read these Operating Instructions carefully before installing or  
using the Ventilation System.  
This appliance is designed to vent  
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This appliance is intended for  
residential use only. Use the  
appliance only for its intended  
purpose. The manufacturer cannot  
be held responsible for damages  
caused by improper use of the  
hood.  
cooking smoke and odors only.  
Be certain your appliance is  
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properly installed and grounded by a  
qualified technician.  
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. The manufacturer  
cannot be held responsible for  
damages caused by the lack, or  
inadequacy, of an effective grounding  
system.  
This appliance complies with current  
safety requirements. Improper use  
of the appliance can lead to  
personal injury and material  
damage.  
READ AND SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
Before connecting the appliance to  
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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 machine  
damage. If in doubt consult a qualified  
electrician.  
,CAUTION  
For General Ventilation Use Only.  
Do not use to exhaust hazardous or  
explosive materials and vapors.  
Installation work and repairs should  
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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 and the  
manufacturer will not be held  
responsible.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This equipment is not designed for  
Use  
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maritime use or for use in mobile  
installations such as recreational  
vehicles or aircraft. However, under  
certain conditions it may be possible for  
installation in these applications. Please  
contact the nearest Miele dealer or the  
Technical Service Department with  
specific requirements.  
Do not allow children to play with or  
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operate the appliance or its controls.  
Supervise its use by the elderly or  
infirm.  
Do not flambé or grill with an open  
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flame beneath the hood.  
Flames could be drawn up into the  
hood by the suction and the grease  
filters may catch fire.  
Before servicing or cleaning the unit,  
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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, such as a tag, to the service  
panel.  
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.  
Before discarding an old appliance,  
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unplug it from the power supply and  
remove the power cord and any doors  
to prevent hazards.  
Do not use the hood without the  
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grease filters in place.  
Clean the grease filters regularly.  
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Dirty filters are a fire hazard.  
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean  
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the hood. Steam could penetrate the  
electrical components and cause a  
short circuit.  
Always turn on the hood when using  
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the cooktop to prevent damage from  
condensation.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
, WARNING - TO REDUCE  
THE RISK OF A COOKTOP  
, WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY  
TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A  
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE  
THE FOLLOWING:  
GREASE FIRE:  
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.  
SMOTHER FLAMES with a close  
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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.  
Always turn the hood on when  
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cooking at a high heat.  
Clean ventilation fans frequently.  
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Grease should not be allowed to  
accumulate on the fan or filter.  
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN  
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- You may be burned.  
Use the proper pan size. Always use  
DO NOT USE WATER, including  
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cookware appropriate for the size of the  
surface element.  
wet dishcloths or towels - a violent  
steam explosion may result.  
Use a fire extinguisher  
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ONLY if:  
– You have a Class ABC extinguisher  
and know how to operate it.  
– The fire is small and contained in the  
area where it started.  
– The fire department has been called.  
– You can fight the fire with your back  
to an exit.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Installation  
Any fittings, sealant, or materials  
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used to install the ductwork must be  
, WARNING  
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To reduce the risk of fire only use  
made of approved non-flammable  
materials.  
metal ductwork.  
Never connect an exhaust hood to  
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Provided a larger distance is not  
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an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue,  
or room ventilating ductwork. Seek  
professional advice before connecting  
an exhaust hood vent to an existing,  
inactive chimney or vent flue.  
given by the manufacturer of the  
cooktop, follow the minimum safety  
distances between a cooktop and the  
bottom of the hood:  
– 22" (550 mm) above electric  
cooktops,  
Ducted fans must always be vented  
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outdoors.  
– 30" (762 mm) above gas cooktops,  
Make sure that the airflow in the  
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– 26" (650 mm) above an open electric room is sufficient for combustion and  
grill or an open electric boiler/fryer.  
exhausting of all non-electric heating  
appliances (water heaters, gas  
cooktops, gas ovens, etc.), otherwise  
backdrafts may occur. Follow the  
heating manufacturer’s guidelines and  
safety standards or those published by  
the National Fire Protection Association  
(NFPA) or the American Society for  
Heating, Refrigeration and Air  
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.  
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).  
If in doubt, consult an experienced  
professional.  
Be careful not to damage hidden  
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electrical wiring or plumbing when  
cutting or drilling into the wall or ceiling.  
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).  
Do not install this hood over  
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cooktops burning solid fuel.  
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Functional description  
The ventilation hood works by air  
extraction. The air is drawn in and  
cleaned by the grease filter 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.  
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Guide to the appliance  
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Guide to the appliance  
a Chimney extension  
b Chimney  
k Indirect light button  
l Overhead light button  
This button turns the light on and off  
and also dims the light.  
c Canopy  
The lighting can be used independently  
of the fan.  
d Grease filter  
e Overhead lighting  
f Recirculation vent  
g Indirect lighting  
m On/Off button  
n Fan power level buttons  
Four fan speed selection.  
o Delayed Shut Down  
h Glass shelves  
This button activates the Delayed Shut  
Down feature. The fan can be set to  
turn off automatically after either 5 or  
15 minutes.  
Each holds up to 8 lbs.  
i Canopy storage surface  
Max weight on entire surface not to  
exceed 17 lbs.  
p Grease filter button  
The indicator next to the grease filter  
button lights when the grease filters  
need to be cleaned. This button is also  
used:  
j Control panel  
– to reset the grease filter timer after  
cleaning the grease filters (see  
"Cleaning and Care").  
– to show how long the grease filters  
have been in use (see "Operation /  
Grease filter timer").  
– to change the number of hours  
counted by the grease filter timer  
(see "Operation / Reprogramming the  
grease filter timer").  
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Operation  
Turning on the fan  
Automatically switching back the  
Intensive power level  
The intensive level "4" can be  
programmed to automatically switch  
back to level "3" after 10 minutes.  
^ Press the On/Off button.  
^ Turn the fan and the lights off.  
The fan runs at power level "2".  
The On/Off indicator lights.  
Selecting the power level  
^ Press and hold the Delay Shut Down  
button for 10 secs. The first indicator  
of the fan power levels lights.  
^ Press the following buttons one after  
another,  
^ Use the "–/+" controls to select the  
desired power level.  
+ = increases the fan speed  
= decreases the fan speed  
Level "1" to "3" (green indicators) are  
usually sufficient for normal cooking.  
– the right light button,  
Intensive setting  
Level "4" (yellow indicator) should be  
used for a short period when frying or  
cooking food with a strong aroma.  
– the "" button, and  
– the right light button again.  
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Operation  
Fan performance  
The maximum air flow capacity is  
625 cfm. Factors such as narrow duct  
diameter and bends will affect this  
value.  
If the power level indicators "1" and "4"  
flash the automatic switch back is not  
activated.  
Level 1 operates at 40% capacity  
Level 2 operates at 60% capacity  
Level 3 operates at 80% capacity  
Level 4 operates at 100% capacity  
^ To activate the automatic switch back  
press the "+" button.  
The power level indicators "1" and "4"  
light.  
^ To deactivate the automatic switch  
back press the "" button.  
^ To save the setting press the Delay  
Shut Down button.  
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  
Turning off the fan  
If odors or smoke remain in the kitchen  
after cooking has been completed, the  
Delayed Shut Down feature can be  
selected to allow the hood to continue  
running for either 5 or 15 minutes.  
^ Press the On/Off button to turn the  
fan off.  
The indicator goes out.  
Automatic Safety Shut Off  
^ Press the Delayed Shut Down button  
while the fan is still running.  
The fan will be turned off automatically  
10 hours after the last button was  
activated. The lighting however, will  
remain on.  
Press once = 5 minute delay  
(left indicator lights)  
Press twice = 15 minute delay  
(right indicator lights)  
^ Pressing the On/Off button will turn  
the fan back on.  
To cancel the Delayed Shut Down  
feature press the button again.  
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Operation  
Turning the lighting on / off  
Dimming the lighting  
The overhead lighting can be turned on The brightness of the lighting can be  
and off independently of the fan.  
adjusted.  
^ While the lighting is turned on, press  
the right light button.  
The lighting will dim until the button is  
released.  
^ Press the light button briefly to turn  
on the lighting.  
^ If the button is pressed again, the  
lighting will brighten until the button is  
released.  
The light button indicator illuminates.  
If the button is pressed continuously,  
the light will cycle between bright and  
dark.  
^ Press the light button briefly again to  
turn off the lighting.  
The light button indicator will go out.  
^ Press the light button again to turn off  
the lighting.  
Indirect lighting  
^ Turn the indirect lighting on and off  
with the left light button.  
^ The indirect lighting can be operated  
independently from the fan.  
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Operation  
Grease filter timer  
Checking the grease filter timer  
A timer monitors the hours of fan  
operation. The indicator for the grease  
filter will light after 30 hours of  
operation. The grease filters must then  
be cleaned.  
To check the percentage of time  
already used:  
After the grease filters have been  
cleaned and put in place, the grease  
filter timer must be reset.  
^ Press the On/Off button to turn the  
fan on.  
^ To do this, press the grease filter  
button for about 3 seconds.  
^ Press the grease filter button.  
The indicator will go out.  
The number of flashing "–/+" indicators  
show the percentage of programmed  
hours that have been used.  
1 indicator = less than 25 %  
2 indicators = less than 50 %  
3 indicators = less than 75 %  
4 indicators = less than 100 %  
This information will remain stored in  
memory in the event of a power failure.  
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Operation  
Reprogramming the grease filter  
timer  
The grease filter timer is preset to 30  
hours. This time can be lengthened or  
shortened to 20, 30, 40 or 50 hours.  
The indicator for the grease filter and  
one of the "–/+" indicators will flash.  
– A time of 20 hours should be  
programmed in kitchens with  
frequent pan or deep frying.  
The lit "–/+" indicator shows the  
programmed time:  
1st indicator from the left = 20 hours  
2nd indicator from the left = 30 hours  
3rd indicator from the left = 40 hours  
4th indicator from the left = 50 hours.  
– A time of 20 hours should also be  
programmed if the kitchen is only  
used occasionally. Otherwise grease  
which has accumulated over a long  
period of time will harden on the  
filters making cleaning more difficult.  
^ Use the "–/+" buttons to select the  
desired time.  
^ Press the On/Off button to turn off the  
fan.  
^ Store the selection by pressing the  
grease filter button.  
If the procedure is not stored within  
4 minutes of programming, the hood  
will automatically default to the "old"  
data.  
^ Press the Delayed Shut Down and  
grease filter buttons at the same time.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Stainless steel  
Before cleaning or servicing the  
hood, disconnect it from the power  
supply by either removing the fuse,  
unplugging it from the outlet or  
manually "tripping" the circuit  
breaker.  
Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned  
using a non-abrasive stainless steel  
cleaner.  
To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner  
for stainless steel can also be used.  
Apply sparingly with even pressure.  
Cleaning the casing  
Stainless steel colored controls  
,Never use abrasive cleaners,  
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic  
(oven) cleaners on the hood. They  
will damage the surface.  
These controls may become  
discolored or damaged if not  
cleaned regularly.  
Do not use a stainless steel cleaner  
on these controls.  
^ All external surfaces and controls can  
be cleaned with warm water and  
liquid dish soap applied with a soft  
sponge.  
^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth.  
Do not use too much water when  
cleaning the controls. Water could  
penetrate into the electronics and  
cause damage.  
^ Glass surfaces can be cleaned using  
glass cleaner.  
Avoid:  
– 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,  
– limescale removers.  
These will damage the surface.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Grease filters  
^ In a dishwasher: place the filters  
vertically in the lower basket, making  
sure that the spray arm is not  
blocked.  
The reusable metal grease filters  
remove solid particles from the vented  
kitchen air (grease, dust, etc).  
Use a hot temperature program, e.g.  
"Heavy Soil" or "Pots and pans".  
Use the recommended amount of  
dishwasher detergent. Overuse could  
destroy the filter.  
The grease filters should be cleaned  
every 3 - 4 weeks or whenever the  
grease filter indicator lights.  
Depending on the detergent,  
cleaning the grease filters in a  
dishwasher may cause permanent  
discoloration of the filter surface.  
Performance of the filter will not be  
affected by this discoloration.  
A dirty filter is a fire hazard.  
^ After cleaning, the filters can be  
placed on a towel to air dry.  
^ While the filters are removed, clean  
any dirt or grease from the filter  
casing to prevent the risk of fire.  
When putting the grease filters back  
make sure that the locking clips are  
visible facing down towards the  
cooking surface.  
^ To remove the grease filters pull the  
locking clips, 1, forward. Lower the  
filter 45°, 2, unhook it at the rear, 3,  
and take it out. Support the grease  
filter so that it does not fall onto the  
cooktop.  
If the filters are incorrectly installed,  
insert a small screwdriver into the slit  
along its edge to disengage it from the  
casing.  
^ After returning the grease filters,  
press the grease filter button for  
3 seconds to reset the timer. The  
indicator light will go out.  
Cleaning the grease filters  
^ By hand: use a scrub brush with a  
solution of warm water and mild  
detergent.  
^ If the grease filters are cleaned  
before the grease filter timer has  
reached its maximum, the grease  
filter button should be pressed for  
6 seconds to reset the counter to  
zero.  
Do not use the pure detergent,  
aggessive all purpose cleaners, oven  
sprays or limescale removers. They  
could destroy the filters.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Changing the light bulbs  
Overhead light  
Before changing the light bulbs,  
disconnect the hood from the power  
supply by either removing the fuse,  
unplugging it, or manually "tripping"  
the circuit breaker.  
When in use halogen bulbs become  
extremely hot, and they can burn  
your hands. Do not attempt to  
change the bulbs until they have  
had sufficient time to cool.  
Do not touch the bulb surface.  
Fingerprints or body oils deposited  
on the bulb will decrease the life of  
the bulb. Please follow the bulb  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
^ To change the halogen bulb, remove  
the lamp cover, a, pull the bulb, b,  
out of its socket and replace with a  
new one.  
^ Return the lamp cover, a.  
Never use the lighting without the  
lamp cover, a, in place. The glass  
is specially made to filter harmful  
light rays.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Indirect lighting  
^ Remove the two screws securing the  
light cover.  
^ Carefully raise the front of the bulb  
and pull it out of its socket.  
^ Insert the new bulb into the socket  
and lower it into its holder.  
^ Replace the light cover and the two  
screws.  
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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.  
MieleCare, our Extended Service  
Contract program, gives you the  
assurance of knowing that your  
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.  
^ When contacting the Technical  
Service Department, please quote  
the model and serial number of your  
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  
 
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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 hood,  
unplug it from the outlet and cut off  
its power cord to prevent hazards.  
To prevent suffocation of children,  
ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
bags, etc. are disposed of safely  
and kept out of their reach.  
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Installation accessories  
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Installation accessories  
a
3 protective shields  
prevent scratches to the chimney  
during installation.  
4 screws 5 x 60 mm  
4 washers 5.3 mm  
b Upper retaining plate for  
securing the chimney extension.  
c
d
e
1 diverter  
1 flexible hose  
2 hose clips for securing the  
6 screws 5 x 40 mm  
exhaust ducting.  
(The wall anchors included in the  
packaging are not for use in  
USA/CDN).  
f Middle retaining plate for  
securing the chimney extension.  
g Lower retaining plate for  
securing the canopy.  
h
2 charcoal filters DKF 6  
2 M 6 locking nuts for securing the  
motor assembly.  
4 screws 3.9 x 7.5 mm for securing the  
chimney and the chimney extension.  
Installation instruction sheet  
CAUTION:  
During the installation process  
please be careful of sharp edges  
that can cause harm.  
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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 canopy. Its  
mounting bracket must be firmly  
attached to the stud framing behind  
the drywall. If studs are not located  
in the required locations, a plywood  
^ Mark the center of each of the studs  
with a vertical line.  
Be careful not to damage any wiring  
or plumbing that may be located  
behind the wall. Make sure that the  
power supply to the area being  
worked in has been turned off at the  
breaker panel before cutting into the  
wall.  
½
backing (min. " (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.  
^ Cut out the drywall along the marked  
lines and replace it with plywood of a  
½
matching thickness (min. " (13 mm)  
(If plywood backing is not needed,  
proceed to "Appliance dimensions and  
Installation").  
thick). Tape the joints and refinish the  
wall.  
^ See enclosed installation sheet for  
instructions on how to install the  
appliance.  
To install a plywood backing board  
^ Determine and mark the location of  
the retaining plate for the canopy as  
outlined on the Installation sheet.  
^ Make a cutting line 3" (76 mm) above  
and 3" (76 mm) below the outline of  
the retaining plate.  
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Electrical data  
Grounding Instructions  
All electrical work should be  
performed by a qualified electrician  
in strict accordance with national  
and local safety regulations.  
Installation, repairs and other work  
by unqualified persons could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer  
cannot be held responsible for  
unauthorized work.  
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  
properly installed and grounded.  
Ensure that power to the appliance  
is OFF while installation or repair  
work is performed.  
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. The manufacturer  
cannot be held responsible for  
damages caused by the lack, or  
inadequacy, of an effective grounding  
system.  
^ 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.  
^ Use only with rangehood  
Do not use an extension cord. If the  
power supply cord is too short, have a  
qualified electrician install an outlet  
near the appliance.  
cord-connection kits that have been  
investigated and found acceptable  
for use with this model rangehood.  
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.  
Important  
The hood comes equipped with a 4 ft  
(1.2 m) power cord with a NEMA 5-15  
molded plug for connection to a  
U
V
1-800-999-1360  
1-800-565-6435  
120 VAC, 60 Hz, 15 A power outlet.  
Maximum load DA 252-4 . . . . . . 456 W  
DA 251-4, DA 259-4 . . . . . . . . . . 436 W  
WARNING:  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE  
GROUNDED  
Lighting DA 252-4 . . . . . . . . . 4 x 20 W  
DA 251-4, DA 259-4 . . . . . . . . 3 x 20 W  
Indirect lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 13 W  
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V  
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz  
Circuit rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 A  
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Appliance dimensions and Installation  
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Appliance dimensions and Installation  
1) and 2) Cut out area in wall or  
Distance between cooktop and  
hood (S)  
ceiling for entrance of 6"  
(150 mm) ductwork or 5"  
(125 mm) ductwork with a reducing  
collar.  
The installation procedure differs  
depending on the model and venting  
method.  
Before beginning the installation:  
Do not install this exhaust hood over  
cooktops burning solid fuel.  
^ Read all instructions.  
^ Determine height (S), regarding the  
user’s body height, i.e. a comfortable  
height for the user.  
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:  
However, the greater the distance,  
the less effectively cooking odors are  
drawn in.  
- 22" (550 mm) above electric  
cooktops,  
^ If the hood is fitted flush to the ceiling  
make sure that the remaining  
- 30" (762 mm) above gas cooktops,  
- 26" (650 mm) above an open  
electric grill or an open electric  
boiler/fryer.  
distance to the ceiling is not greater  
or less than appliance height (H).  
If the standard unit height H is not  
suitable for the kitchen’s ceiling height,  
longer optional chimney extensions are  
available from your Miele dealer or  
Miele’s Technical Service Department.  
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.  
Standard unit H  
29 1/8" - 44 7/8"  
(740 - 1140 mm)  
To fit the lower chimney section, the  
distance between the top of the  
chimney and the ceiling must be at  
least 7/8" (20 mm).  
See "Important Safety Instructions"  
for further information.  
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Installation  
Installation instructions  
^ See the enclosed installation  
instruction sheet.  
^ Please read the "Important Safety  
Instructions" and Installation  
instructions before installing this  
hood.  
Protective film  
The casing is covered with a protective  
film to prevent scratching during  
transport.  
^ Peel off the film before installing the  
casing parts.  
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Air extraction  
Exhaust ducting and connections  
,WARNING  
– The ducting should be as short and  
straight as possible, and the number  
of sharp bends should be minimized.  
Danger of toxic fumes.  
Gas cooking appliances release  
carbon monoxide that can be  
harmful or fatal if inhaled.  
– For most efficient air extraction, the  
diameter of the ductwork should not  
be less than 6" (150 mm). Use of flat  
ducts also reduces the air extraction  
efficiency.  
The exhaust gases extracted by  
the hood should be vented  
outside of the building only.  
– Noise levels of the hood will increase  
if flat ducts or round ducts of less  
than 6" (150 mm) in diameter are  
used.  
Do not terminate the exhaust  
ducts in attics, garages,  
crawlspaces, etc.  
– Use smooth or flexible pipes made  
from approved non-flammable  
materials for exhaust ducting.  
To reduce the risk of fire, only use  
metal ductwork.  
– 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.  
Please read and follow the  
"IMPORTANT SAFETY  
INSTRUCTIONS" to reduce the risk of  
personal injury. Follow all local building  
codes when installing the hood.  
– If the exhaust is ducted through an  
outside wall, a Miele Telescopic Wall  
Vent can be used.  
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Air extraction  
Condensate trap  
optional accessory  
– If the exhaust is ducted into an  
inactive flue, the air must be expelled  
parallel to the flow direction of the  
flue.  
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  
5 7/8" (150 mm) in diameter.  
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.  
^ When installing a condensate trap,  
ensure that it is positioned vertically  
and if possible directly above the  
exhaust outlet.  
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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For most the updated manual see the Miele web site.  
 

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