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Cleaning a Kitchen Exhaust System, in Steps
• Mayo 31, 2017
Categorías: Hoods
Kitchen ventilation systems work wonders for homemakers, chefs, and cooking enthusiasts everywhere. However, these systems require maintenance, cleaning, and attention in order to continue running smoothly at all times.
Fortunately, it is not so difficult to do these things. The process of cleaning an exhaust system can be performed as follows:
The first part of the cleaning process is to clean the hood itself. Although this is less important than cleaning the fan and filters, a clean filter is a nice place to get started and carries a cosmetic touch to it.
To clean the exhaust hood itself, remove the filter first. The filter will contain the most grease and buildup of any portion of your exhaust hood system. Each hood’s process for removing the filter will vary, so consult your manual or manufacturer on how to remove yours.
Returning to the hood—mix together a solution of water, dish soap, and ammonia. This mixture will be sure to fight through the tough grease built up on your hood.
Scrub the interior and exterior of the hood with this solution. Then, leave it to dry. Be sure not to use soap with bleach, as this does not mix well with ammonia.
Assuming you already removed the filter above, you should now clean it. The easiest trick to clean it is to use your dishwasher. Make sure that the filter is the only item in the entire dishwasher, set the washer’s heat to its highest available setting, and let it run.
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Replacing an Exhaust Hood
• Mayo 31, 2017
Categorías: Hoods
An exhaust system adds utility to any kitchen setup. The benefits of keeping air pressure and quality stable, averting the risk of fires, and keeping a cooking area usable make ventilation systems useful in any cooking setting. However, the ideal ex...

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Reasons to Buy an Exhaust Hood Directly from the Manufacturer
• Mayo 31, 2017
Categorías: Hoods
There are many well-documented benefits of buying merchandise directly from a company. Cutting out middle man types along the way can save you some hassle and a lot of money. Here are the benefits to buying items, especially ventilation system equipm...

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