3Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer SupportSafety InstructionsUsing the hood controls.Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.FAN ControlTurn toLO, MED, HI orMAX as needed.Continuous use of the fan system while cookinghelps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid.It also reduces cooking odors and soiling moisturethat create a frequent need for cleaning.LIGHT ControlTurn toHI while cooking or toNITE for use asa night light.FAN ControlPress the rocker switch at the top to turn the fan onHI and at the bottom to turn it onLOW. The centerposition isOFF.Continuous use of the fan system while cookinghelps keep the kitchen comfortable and less humid.It also reduces cooking odors and soiling moisturethat create a frequent need for cleaning.LIGHT ControlPress the rocker switch at the top to turn the lightONwhile cooking. Press the rocker switch at the bottomfor use as a night light. The center position isOFF.Control Knobs (on some models)Rocker Switch Controls (on some models)LOHIMAXMEDOFFFANHINITEOFFLIGHTOFFLOWHIFANOFFNITEHILIGHTReusable Metal Grease FiltersThe hood has 2 metal reusablegrease filters.The metal filters trap grease releasedby foods on the cooktop. They alsohelp prevent flaming foods on thecooktop from damaging the insideof the hood.For this reason, the filters mustALWAYS be in place when the hoodis used. The grease filters shouldbe cleaned once a month, oras needed.To remove, press the filter locksback and pull the filters downand out.To replace, insert the rear filter tabsin the frame slots at the back of theopening. Push the filters up and lockthem into place.To clean the grease filters, soakthem and then swish them aroundin hot water and detergent.Don’t use ammonia or ammoniaproducts because they will darkenthe metal. Do not use abrasives oroven cleaners. Light brushing canbe used to remove embedded dirt.Rinse, shake and let them dry beforereplacing. They may also be cleanedin an automatic dishwasher.NOTE: Before cleaning, make sure thecharcoal filters, if present, are unclipped andremoved. See the Charcoal Filters section.If it ever becomes necessary to replacethe metal grease filters, they may beordered from your GE supplier.Filter locksCare and cleaning of the vent hood.Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of the vent hood.