The range hood is the kitchen air purifier, serves to help the kitchen to quit smoking oil important task, if the range hood problem, cooking smoke flying all over the sky, not inevitably a great loss of appetite. Next I summarized for you to buy a range hood installation of the four major steps to protect the kitchen hood use worry-free.
One: Before buying a comprehensive consideration of the needs and style
1, first decided to install the location
According to the individual's different needs of the kitchen space, the location of the range hood will be different, generally can be placed in the cooker on top of the side and underneath, respectively, corresponding to the top suction, the side of suction, suction three types of The hood will be placed above, to the side and below the cooker.
In terms of location, the top suction type occupies a large space, easy to touch the head is difficult to clean; side suction type will not touch the head, but less cleaning style trouble; under the suction type can be very good to save space above the stove.
2, according to their own use to determine the hood functionality
The same position of the hood because of the smoke hood Qi absorption effect is different, high frequency of cooking is recommended to choose a strong suction hood, infrequent cooking can be relatively lower hood performance requirements. Mainly can choose flat hood type, shallow hood type, deep hood type, spread wing type, cabinet hood type, ladder type six different types.
In terms of the effect of suction fumes, flat hood type, shallow hood type more than installed above the smoking effect is general; deep hood type capacity; show wing type can be unfolded and become smaller, more beautiful; cabinet hood type more for the side suction, multiple smoking area can improve the effect of suction fumes; ladder type for the lower hood, surrounded by the wind to prevent the fumes from dispersing.
3, the overall style of the kitchen to determine the range hood color and design style
Range hood product colors are usually black, white, grey, it is recommended that light-colored kitchens with white range hoods, darker shades with white, gray or black and gray is better.
Design style, the current range hood style is mostly minimalist design, there are two kinds of European style and Chinese style compartment. European-style smoking hoods are beautiful in appearance, more suitable for large spaces with little fumes of modern design kitchens, and Chinese-style range hoods are more suitable for traditional kitchens with large fumes.
4, the purchase of the budget to determine the price of the hood
Generally speaking, the price of top suction range hood is more real, in the 1000-3000 yuan, side suction range hood moderate, between 2000-5000, under the suction price higher, basically more than 5000 yuan, the cost-effective is not high.
Two: careful and calm purchase to ensure that the quality of the hood
1, must see the performance parameters: exhaust volume, wind pressure, noise, voltage attack rate
Buy range hood products, there are four must see the product performance index: exhaust volume, wind pressure, noise, voltage and power, the use of these four indicators of the range hood plays a The four indexes play a key role in the use of range hoods.
So how to see these four parameters? Simply put, the larger the range hood exhaust volume (national standard greater than 7m_/min), the stronger the ability to suction and discharge of fumes; wind pressure is greater, the stronger the ability to resist inverted wind, the more the fumes will be thoroughly discharged; noise value is of course, the smaller the better, the standard value is not greater than 74db; voltage power size determines the suction and power consumption of the size of the purchase should pay attention to measure the individual kitchen fumes to choose the right power.
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2, pay close attention to the hardware indicators: the size of the air inlet, filter plate design
The size of the air inlet refers to the flat area of the hood inlet, when buying products we can roughly calculate the area, the traditional range hood is generally 300 square centimeters (double inlet is 600 or so), and side suction hood inlet nearly 2000 square centimeters, width greater than 65cm is better. Width greater than 65cm is better.
Filter plate design mainly affects the filtration and cleaning of fumes, when shopping carefully pay attention to the product design instructions to ensure that the filter plate design route is more smooth, less twisting design, it is best to let the seller to provide a large picture of the filter plate, at a glance.
3, panel material is very important
Many people in the purchase of range hoods ignore its material, in fact, range hoods long-term exposure to fumes and other corrosion and to be cleaned from time to time, the panel material is very important. At present, the market range hood materials are mainly aluminum alloy, stainless steel, tempered glass these three.
Aluminum alloy material strength is low, usually easier to scratch, gradually become dull, not good for cleaning; stainless steel high strength, finish is also good, easy to clean; tempered glass material is beautiful and the most easy to clean, but there may be a big difference in temperature when the self-detonation.
4, select the credibility of the business
After the use of range hoods will inevitably appear some of the problems, the business after-sales service at this time is very important, so in the purchase of the time we do not necessarily want to pick a big brand, but must be a reliable credibility to protect the business, so as to avoid the subsequent problem can not be solved.
In short, the purchase of range hoods when we have to keep a few eyes, their hearts have a measure of the ruler, to avoid being a variety of business descriptions of the sky fluttering lulled, carefully pick a good heart, qualified range hood products.
Three: correct, safe installation to avoid dangerous factors
1, pre-installation preparation
In the range hood before the official installation, it is recommended to do the following aspects of the preparation for the installation of the range hood:
2, the general steps of the installation
Range hood products, although the type more Although there are more types of range hood products, but the installation steps are basically the same, mainly through the following six steps: set the location of the pegboard → drill holes to install the pegboard → hang the range hood → install the exhaust pipe and shutters → install the extension cover (if any) → install the oil cup.
3, installation notes
Installation process, in order to ensure that the installation is error-free, but also pay attention to a few points:
Punching: no water pipes, gas pipes, wires through the hole.
Installation height: horizontal and centered installed at a safe height: top suction type to be 65-75cm from the cooker, side suction type 35-45cm from the cooker.
Hood placement: must be installed on the load-bearing wall, can not be fixed in the cabinet, and to avoid air convection strong place, affecting the use.
4, after the installation to debug and pay attention to the protection
Don't forget to debug after the installation of the hood, at the same time, if the home is being renovated, it is recommended that the hood covered with a plastic protective film, to do a good job of protecting the hood.
Four: often clean, diligent maintenance to extend the functional life of the hood
1, the correct way to use
Use, generally should be turned on before the gas stove 1-2 minutes of high-speed gear to start the hood, and then according to the size of the kitchen smoke changes in the high-speed or low-speed; from the hood is very close to the window should be closed tightly to open the door to a gap, prevent the formation of large air convection. Prevent the formation of a relatively large air convection and timely replenishment of air in the kitchen; cooking gas stove off continue to hood work for 3 minutes or longer, to ensure that the room air for a new one.
2, free washing is not the same as not dismantling
Many people buy range hoods when choosing the "free washing" type, in fact, even if part of the filter smoke, there are still more than 30% of the smoke into the range hood cavity, over time, affecting its function and produce adverse effects, "free washing" type. The "no-disassembly and washing" range hood should be disassembled and washed regularly to avoid the accumulation of more and more grease.
3, the key cleaning area
In addition to the internal machine dismantling and washing recommended to ask professionals to clean, daily life we have to clean the hood of the key areas of the main three parts:
Surface: soft cloth + neutral detergent selection of soft cloth and neutral detergent on the hood indicates that the cleaning can be wiped.
Oil box, oil net: clever use of plastic wrap, thin bamboo pieces
Oil box oil net is the dirtiest part. The oil box is not easy to clean, it is recommended that you can stick a layer of plastic wrap in the box, so that the oil smoke adsorption in the plastic wrap, every once in a while to pump up the replacement can be. The oil net should be removed and placed in a neutral detergent in warm water for 10 minutes (grease thick with a thin piece of bamboo to gently scrape a part of the bubble), followed by a soft brush to remove dirt, dry rags to wipe dry.
Fan blade: spray soot net / vinegar
Cleaning fan blade can be directly spray soot net detergent, fan suction oil and then wipe clean; you can also remove the fan blade in the detergent vinegar mixture of hot water soaked for 15 minutes and then scrubbed clean.
4, daily maintenance is indispensable
As the saying goes, the machine is to raise. Usually the kitchen should be kept dry and air circulation, the key cleaning area of the hood should be cleaned regularly, at the same time, do not easily dismantle the interior of the hood, once the motor is not installed well, it will affect the smoking effect and cause noise.
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