Kitchen fans, often also called range hoods or ventilation fireplaces, are designed to remove vapors, odors, fats and other combustion products from the kitchen. The main purpose of a kitchen fan is to maintain clean air in the kitchen, reducing the concentration of harmful substances and odors.
The main functions of the kitchen fan include:
- Removing vapors and smoke: when cooking, a lot of fumes and smoke are generated. The fan removes these vapors to avoid moisture from settling on walls and furniture, and to reduce the risk of mold and other problems.
- Removing odors: kitchens can be filled with a variety of odors during cooking. A fan helps remove these odors to keep the air in the kitchen fresh.
- Cleaning the air from fats: cooking creates grease that can settle on surfaces. The fan removes this grease to prevent it from settling on walls and other surfaces.
The fan casing is made primarily of galvanized steel and is equipped with 50 mm thick mineral wool heat and sound insulation.
The hinged motor-blade assembly provides easy access to the fan interior, enabling efficient and quick cleaning. The inlet and outlet diameters correspond to standard ventilation duct sizes.
The maximum ambient temperature (degrees Celsius) is 60 degrees Celsius.
Benefits:
- Removal of odors and steam:
- Kitchen fans help to remove unpleasant odors and steam that occur during cooking.
- Air purification:
- They filter the air from grease and other particles to keep the room clean.
- Fire protection:
- Kitchen fans help in removing steam and smoke, thus preventing possible fires.
- Increased comfort:
- They create a more comfortable cooking environment by providing fresh air and lowering the temperature in the kitchen.
- Reducing the amount of cleaning:
- Range hoods help to reduce grease buildup on kitchen surfaces, making cleaning easier.
Installation features:
- Selecting a mounting location:
- Position the fan so that it effectively removes steam and odors. It is usually mounted above the stove or cooktop.
- Effective ventilation:
- It is important that the range hood is connected to a ventilation system or an outdoor air outlet to effectively remove polluted air.
- Filtration:
- Many models are equipped with filters that can be cleaned or replaced regularly.
- Wall or pendant mounting:
- There are options for wall or pendant mounting, depending on the specific design of the kitchen.
- Electrical connection:
- It is important to observe electrical safety when connecting the fan to the electrical system.