Hansa hoods: types, nuances of selection and installation

Today, on the market for technical products, you can find a huge number of various hoods from various brands. One of the most popular manufacturers is the German brand Hansa, which produces luxury quality products at very competitive prices. Before purchasing a hood from this brand, you should familiarize yourself in more detail with the products of German quality, their features, varieties and advice for choosing from specialists in their field.

The German brand Hansa is considered relatively young, since it appeared only in 1997.

Today, the products of this brand are presented in more than 20 countries around the globe, including Russia.

• Products from the brand meet not only European, but also international quality standards.
• Hoods and other technical devices are absolutely safe for humans and the environment. They are also very easy to use.
• Hansa products are licensed, included in the top 10 manufacturers of technical products for the kitchen in our country.
• Today, the range of the brand includes not only high-quality hoods, but also refrigerators, stoves, microwave ovens, ovens, washing machines and so on.
• Products from the brand are considered available for purchase by persons with an average income. The brand offers excellent products at very competitive prices.
• From year to year, the German company produces newer and improved products that meet not only all world requirements, but also the wishes of the most fastidious customers.

The German brand Hansa primarily specializes in the design and sale of medium power range hoods that are best suited for household needs. The range of the brand includes several lines of hoods, which will be ideal for kitchens of private houses and apartments.

To date, the brand's assortment includes about 100 models of hoods of various capacities and assemblies. All of them are made of high quality stainless steel. Almost all models are considered recirculating, that is, inside the hood there are special filters made of coal, which not only purify the air, but also supply it cleanly back to the room, without using a common shaft for ventilation in the house. This is a huge plus, since when using the mine, third-party unpleasant odors often get into the apartment from neighbors from it.

The main types of kitchen hoods that can be found in the brand's assortment include:

• built-in;
• visor;
• domed;
• island;
• UniQ models (fireplace options are a separate range of hoods, not included in the general list).

According to the control of hoods, brands are divided into:

• slider;
• mechanically;
• sensory.

The width of the hoods varies from 40 to 90 cm, depending on the model.

Basically, the brand's models are made in the style of minimalism.

The main colors of technical products are:

• White;
• Gray;
• black;
• anthracite;
• silver;
• Brown;
• Ivory.

Most often, this or that color is favorably combined with glass inserts of a similar shade. Hoods can be matte or glossy.

It is worth purchasing new and replacing old parts only when there is certainly confidence in a specific breakdown. It is very important to buy spare parts and other components only original, otherwise in case of subsequent breakdown there is a risk of not fixing the equipment.

Consider what accessories come with the purchase of different models of hoods.

• Suspended hoods are equipped exclusively with a grease filter, although the brand itself uses both grease and carbon filters in its hoods.
• Almost all hoods are equipped with electronic control, with the exception of some older models with manual control.
• Basic configurations of some circulation models often exclude the presence of a carbon filter. You have to purchase it separately.
• Basically, high-quality lighting is achieved due to the presence of halogen bulbs with optimal power.

Consider the technical characteristics of current models and their components.

• We recommend that you pay attention to the OKS6726IH dome hood model. This model has an average performance. Perfect for a small kitchen area. Equipped with touch control and color display for the most comfortable operation. Timer settings are available.
• The island model OWC4778IH in stainless steel with touch control is very popular. There is a complete set, which includes everything you need to connect this equipment and its further trouble-free use.
• For a small kitchen, the built-in hood OTP6241IH, available in several colors, is best suited.
• A modern cooker hood with a complete set from the UniQ series will make interaction with technical products as pleasant as possible. The OKC900UWH model includes 4 speed settings for a wide variety of applications. Control type - touch. Available in different colors.
• Sliding visor model OSC6111WH is suitable for compact kitchens with modern interiors. Hoods of this type are very easy to attach and do not cause unnecessary hassle in the future.

When choosing the required hood, special attention should be given to the following parameters and details:

• equipment capacity and performance;
• technical characteristics specified in the product manual;
• the presence of a carbon filter, which provides enhanced and additional filtration of the room;
• type (dome, island or other models);
• operating mode (air extraction or circulation);
• the way the hood is controlled.

Thanks to the widest range of Hansa, you can choose any hood, taking into account all the needs and wishes of the client. Hoods from the brand should be purchased only at licensed points of sale or on the official website of the brand.

As for the installation, it is best to trust it to professionals, because without the appropriate experience and training, even a conventional hood can be difficult to install. If you wish, you can do the installation work yourself, but for this it is best to study the instructions in detail and get expert advice from the brand.

Installation of hoods depends on the type of model.

• Suspended models are considered classic, as a rule, they are installed above the slab.
• Built-in models are mounted directly into a cabinet or worktop. Thus, such equipment is considered as inconspicuous as possible, but effective.
• Inclined models are installed as if at an angle, if required by the type of kitchen.
• Wall, fireplace and domed options are installed on the walls of the kitchen in such a way that they draw out unnecessary odors as much as possible.
• Corner hoods, as the name implies, should be mounted in the corner of the kitchen where the stove is located.
• Island models are fixed to the ceiling above the worktop.

To properly install the hood yourself, you should adhere to the following instructions:

• at the first stage, the hood is installed and fixed in the required place, which had to be prepared and measured in advance;
• then the equipment is connected to the power supply, while it is advisable to think over the presence of an outlet in advance, otherwise you will have to draw an additional wire, sometimes you can very successfully use an extension cord if you can hide it behind furniture;
• finally, if we are talking about a model of a hood with an air duct, then it should be taken out into the ventilation duct.

Regardless of which type of hood was chosen, the height of its installation at home should be about 70 cm for electric ovens and about 80 cm for gas ovens. It is preferable to choose hoods with charcoal filtration for the house, since they do fine cleaning, draw in third-party odors as much as possible.

When cleaning the grease filter, it is very important to wash it with soapy water and a brush, then dry it thoroughly and then replace it. As a rule, charcoal filters have to be replaced with new ones. Changing the light bulb in the hood is also not difficult, since the brand offers corresponding accessories for each of the models, which can be found in the Hansa catalog. When choosing the right hood, it is best to give preference to models with a stainless steel case with high quality glass.

On the Internet, you can find a lot of positive reviews about the hoods of the German brand Hansa. It is noted that these are exactly the hoods that meet all quality criteria, and at the same time are sold at quite affordable prices. Customers are delighted with the powerful performance and additional features such as timer, touchscreen display and backlighting.

In the next video, you will find the installation of a Hansa hood with a gravity valve.