Changing The Extractor Hood Filter – The Right Way to Do it

How to change the extractor hood filter

There are two filters in the hood: one for the odors and one for the grease. But over time they can lose their effectiveness. It is therefore important that you change or clean the filters regularly.

• As with any other device, check whether you have unplugged the extractor hood from the mains. It is best to use gloves when working so that you do not come into direct contact with the grease.
• The design of the hood makes it easy to replace the filters. If you take a look underneath, you’ll see metal plates constructed like a web. These are the grease filters that you can detach directly from the handle. You can clean these in the dishwasher.
• If you now look into the open hood, you can see a box. This is the activated charcoal filter that you only find on recirculating cooker hoods. You can just as easily remove the filter and replace it with a new one.

Therefore, the activated carbon filter should be changed

Once a year, if you often cook greasy food, you should change the extractor hood filter. The filters collect odors that can spoil the fun of cooking. Changing the filter is also advisable for reasons of hygiene.

• You can tell from the smell alone that you should definitely change the filter. If no change is made, this can quickly spread in the kitchen. These odors are not only unpleasant, but they can also be harmful to your health.
• Since bacteria and mold can find a home in the filter, some devices even indicate when a filter change is necessary. However, unlike the grease filter, the activated charcoal filter cannot simply be cleaned in the dishwasher.
• That’s why you need to get a new filter that matches the appliance in the kitchen before replacing it. The filters for different models can be found on Amazon or in hardware stores. To find the right one, just read the part number you see inside the hood.