How to clean a cooker hood filter

Grease Filter

The grease filter traps grease particles while you are cooking. This must be cleaned once a month or when the filter saturation indication system, featured on select models, indicates this is necessary.

1. To remove the grease filter, pull the spring release handle.
2. Once removed, soak the grease filter in a non-aggressive detergent for thirty minutes and gently scrub the filter using an old toothbrush or dish brush. Alternatively, wash the filter in the dishwasher, using a low temperature, short cycle.*
3. Rinse the filter with clear water and leave to dry thoroughly before replacing it into the cooker hood.

*When washed in a dishwasher, the grease filter may discolour slightly. Please note that this does not affect its filtering capacity.

Charcoal Filters (Filter Version Only)

The charcoal filter absorbs unpleasant odours caused by cooking. The activated charcoal filter can be one of two filters: washable activated charcoal filter or non-washable activated charcoal filter.

Washable Activated Charcoal Filter:

1. The charcoal filter can be washed once every two months using hot water and a suitable detergent. Alternatively, the filter can be washed in a dishwasher at 65°C. Please note, when using a dishwasher, select the full cycle function and leave the dishes out.
2. Leave to dry thoroughly.
3. Remove the mattress located inside the plastic frame and put it in the oven for 10 minutes at 100°C to dry completely.
4. Replace the mattress every three years and when the cloth is damaged.

Non-Washable Activated Charcoal Filter:

The saturation of the charcoal filter will depend on the type of cooking you are doing and the regularity in which you clean the grease filter. In any case, it is necessary to replace the cartridge at lease every four months. For more information, please read our dedicated ‘how to replace a cooker hood filter’ FAQ. The charcoal filter may not be washed or regenerated.