In any modern kitchen there is a place for a ventilation device. The distance from the plate to the hood determines the effective operation of this structure.
Types of exhaust hoods and their purpose
The extractor protects the kitchen space and furniturefrom contamination with the smallest particles of fat and soaking in a mixture of different smells. Nobody will be pleased to feel from the curtains or from the soft upholstery of the chairs an unpleasant odor, which, moreover, can penetrate into other living rooms.
All devices are divided according to the principle of operation into:
- Circulating (with built-in filter);
- hoods with duct (connected to the ventilation system).
В циркуляционных моделях воздух очищается с using a carbon filter and returns to the kitchen. Such hoods are effective only in small rooms where there is no possibility to install the duct, and the distance between the cooker and the hood should be small.
The second type of umbrella is characterized by better work, as the air is completely removed from the room. Installed in large rooms.
Types of exhaust devices:
- With a flat surface - the most common andA popular type of instrumentation, characterized by compact dimensions. As a rule, they work autonomously, thanks to built-in filters. The incoming hot air is cleared of fumes / grease, then re-fed to the kitchen. These extracts require regular cleaning and replacement of filter elements.
- Dome - also in great demand.However, unlike the first, the polluted air flows are completely discharged through the duct to the street. But there are models on the type of flat - with built-in filters.
- With an inclined surface are subspecies of domesexhaust structures. Most often they are made of heat-resistant glass and, in addition to performing the basic functions, carry aesthetic beauty. Inclined umbrellas are convenient in operation, as they are far from the head, and in some models the slope of the middle part of the device can be adjusted.
- Built-in wall closet - hide air out pipes.
- Desktop - mounted directly in the hob itself.
Where should the hood be located?
When buying a hood with it in the kitthere is always an instruction for use, which indicates where and at what distance from the plate the device should be located. The exhaust design can be built into the wall cabinet, and can be located under it, the main thing is that its size coincides with the dimensions of the hob, and it hang just above the plate. Also, before purchasing the hood, you need to consult with specialists about its capacity. For example, a small kitchen appliance is not suitable for a large kitchen space, and in a small kitchen there is no need to install a very powerful unit.
How to determine the optimum distance from the hob to the hood?
The distance from the plate to the hood is determinedestablished standard. If there is an electric stove in the kitchen, the exhaust hatch should be located at least 65-75 cm from it, and if the hood above the gas stove, the distance between them is 75-85 cm. In the case when the device has an inclined surface, the installation parameters vary slightly :
- The distance from the gas cooker to the hood is reduced to 55-65 cm;
- height above the electric cooking surface is reduced to 35-45 cm.
You also need to take into account the growth of the person who will be most at the stove, and the overall interior of the kitchen.
What are the standards for installing the hatch?
This is the optimum installation parameters for the hood,contributing to its effective work. Reduce or increase them is not recommended. With a high location of the device, its power of absorption of air can be missed, then smells along with fat drops quickly spread everywhere. A low installation of the hood can interfere with the cooking process. So it will not only be inconvenient to approach the gas / electric stove and put high pans, but there is a risk of heating the structure, its ignition and violation of the paintwork.
Thus, the question of how much distance from the plate to the hood should be, you can answer unequivocally: 75-85 cm in the case of a gas stove, and 65-75 cm - over an electric stove.
Factors influencing the location of the exhaust structure
When buying and subsequently installing the hood, the following factors should be considered:
- Type of hob. The distance between the hood and the gas stove or electric stove should be calculated?
- The declared power of the device.
- Design / interior of the kitchen.
- Compliance with the installation of the ventilation hatch, specified in the technical passport.
Compliance with these installation and operation conditions of ventilation equipment will maximize the use of the device and protect the kitchen from unpleasant odor and fat.
Rules for installing ventilation equipment
Optimal operation of the device depends on the following factors and installation rules:
- The size of the vent should bematch the dimensions of the hob. Then all hot, dirty airflow will be fully absorbed by the hood and taken out to the street or cleaned through the filter and fed back to the kitchen. The standard dimensions of the device are from 60 to 90 cm.
- Properly installed hood above the stove.The distance from the appliance to the slab must not conflict with the fire safety standards and depends on the type of slab. The required distance from the cooker to the hood is always indicated in the product data sheet.
- Connecting the device to the network.
- Installation of air exhaust pipes, if required by the design of the hood.
Installation of ventilation equipment is best entrusted to professionals. But those who are confident in their abilities, it will not be difficult to hang the device with their own hands.
Install a hood with a circulating type of operationit will not be difficult. First you need to measure its height and mark the control points. Then drill holes in the wall for the fasteners. Next, the device is mounted to the wall or to the enclosure with the help of self-tapping screws and special hooks in the kit.
Hoods of another type of air purificationare installed in the same way as the circulation ones. Only here it is already necessary to attach the air pipe to the umbrella body. The pipe can be plastic or made of foil.
After the installation is completed,to carry out a control check of its operation (mainly for the second type of models). If the hood is not functioning or is too noisy, it is worthwhile to check all the connections of the device with the ventilation pipes and their integrity.
Arrangement of air ducts
Duct should not be with a lot ofbends, as this will significantly complicate the removal of polluted air. It is desirable that the pipes are short, straight and contain a small number of knees. The direction of the duct is changed in a place with a large bending radius. The diameter of the outlet pipe should correspond to the hole in the structure of the exhaust device. It is not recommended to narrow the holes on purpose and mount additional connectors between them. This makes it difficult to free air flow, respectively, creates a large load on the working engine exhaust. There may be excessive noise.
Most often, these structures are made of thick foil, and then masked PVC boxes / plasterboard, so as not to disturb the interior of the room.
Where should the rosette be located?
Electrical outlet for connection of exhaustThe hatch is usually installed at a height of 2-2.5 m above the floor. Thus, it should be placed above the hanging lockers for 10-20 cm. Also it is moved to the left or to the right of the duct by 15-20 cm.
Specialists recommend the use of modern sockets with grounding, which, at high voltage surges, turn off and do not allow the engine to burn out.
Operating Tips
- Keep the device clean and wipe it off dust and grease after each switch-on.
- Do not turn off the device immediately after the endcooking, as the steam particles can spread around the kitchen faster than they absorb the device. Therefore, you need to leave a few minutes to work the hood so that it draws in all the evaporation.
- Regularly replace carbon filters - at least 2 times a year.
Conclusion
In the article above, the types of ventilation devices were considered, at what distance from the plate to hang the hood, how to clean the air.
If the exhaust system is correctly installedThe device will ensure clean air in the room and cleanliness of the surrounding interior items. When choosing and buying an umbrella, it is necessary to take into account the compliance of its capacity with the cubature of the kitchen, the appearance, and also the methods of air purification: a complete withdrawal through the air duct or circulation of the purified streams.
The main points for installing a particular modelthe appliance and the distance from the cooker to the hood are described in the instructions. The generally accepted norms for determining the installation height of the device are: 75 to 85 cm for gas stoves; from 65 to 75 cm for installation over electric stoves.
