Fat filter for hoods

Each air purification system in the kitchen has a grease filter for hoods, the main function of which is to prevent clogging of the hoods. Such a system is installed directly above the surface of the plate. It is due to the exhaust from the room that the air that comes from the hob is eliminated, preventing odors from spreading around the house. In this article we will tell you how to choose the grease filter and what are its features.

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The main purpose

The grease filter is available in the air purification system of any design and is intended for air purification from greasy particles and soot. If there were no filtration systems in the hood, the greasy particles would settle on the inner surface of the pipe.

Important! Fats are very flammable, and therefore can cause a fire, breaking out from the fire of a burner.

In addition, fat deposits on the hood significantly reduce its life. To clean the filter from dirt or replace it with a new one is much simpler, and most importantly - cheaper than completely cleaning the inner surfaces of the air purification devices.

The main purpose of installing a grease filter is to protect the surface of the ceiling, walls and furniture from settling soot and grease fumes. This accessory collects oil particles on its surface, thereby preventing them from falling onto the internal elements and parts of the exhaust system.

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Specifications

Regardless of the type of filter you choose, these designs have the following properties and characteristics:

• withstand an air load of about 5400-9000 m3 / hour;
• all dirt particles that have a size of at least 10 microns are captured;
• final resistance level is 140 Pa;
• each filter has a specific cleaning class, which is set in accordance with the results of expert assessment and can vary from EU1 to EU4;
• the filter starts its work at a resistance of 20-35 Pa.

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Varieties of grease filters

Today on the market you can find the following types of filter systems for hoods:

Disposable

Such a grease filter for hoods is made primarily of synthetic materials - acrylic, paper, sintepon or non-woven. In appearance, these elements resemble a fairly lightweight rug, which is attached under the kitchen cabinet in low-cost hoods.

This kind of product changes as it becomes soiled. Usually their surface has specially applied colored signs. If such an image becomes invisible, then this is the main sign that it is time to replace the filter.

Important! Some housewives try to wash the filter systems with soap and powder. However, such cleaning will not return the initial properties of the synthetic material, and, accordingly, the device will not carry out proper air cleaning.

When buying accessories for hoods, give preference to products from reliable and trusted brands, the most popular of which are the following:

• Whirplool;
• Filtero;
• Swirl
• Wpro;
• Topperr;
• Ozone.

Reusable

Reusable parts are used throughout the entire operation and can be cleaned of contaminants. Typically, such accessories are used in more expensive models of the exhaust system.

Reusable accessories are made of acrylic, perforated foil, stainless steel or aluminum. The metal filter for the hood consists of a frame and a filter element.

Important! The mesh surface of the cleaning elements has symmetrical or asymmetric perforation. The holes allow air to pass freely through the filter, and particles of dirt and grease are trapped on the surface of the product.

Components for extracting the following brands are very popular among consumers:

• Elica - filters made of anodized aluminum, which prevents oxidative processes;
• SATA - accessories for the hood from the Spanish manufacturer, which are represented by two cassette elements with a specially designed latch and are easily washed with soapy water;
• Elikor - five-layer anodized aluminum structures that provide the hood motor with 100% protection against grease particles.

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How to wash the cooker hood filter?

When purchasing accessories for an exhaust system installed in the kitchen, you need to familiarize yourself with the basic rules for caring for such structures. You can quickly and easily clean the grease filter by following these guidelines:

• Grease from the surface of the filter will help to remove its immersion for several minutes in a container with hot soapy water, after which it is necessary to clean the product with a brush.
• Rinse the iron mesh with a drain cleaner.

Important! When choosing aggressive cleaning products do not forget to use personal protective equipment - rubber gloves.

• A heavily contaminated grease filter can be boiled in a container filled with water for 5-10 minutes. After boiling, lower the net for several hours in a soap-soda solution, which contributes to the final removal of fat from the surfaces.

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In this article we told you why a modern filter system for a kitchen hood is used and how to care for it. We hope that your room will always have fresh and clean air without fat and unpleasant odors.