IKEA Cooker hood · your observations
A working light does not tell the fan’s story.
Explain lighting, speed selection and air movement separately. If known, state whether air recirculates through filters or travels through an outside duct. Leave the fitted hood in place; there is no need to climb up or dismantle it.
The fitted air route matters
A recirculating hood and a ducted hood move air through different arrangements. Mention the existing route where known, without removing the unit. A change in sound, fan speed or light response should each have its own sentence.
Speed selection works but airflow seems reduced
Keep sound and air movement separate. The existing filter arrangement, controls and air route can matter to assessment. Do not unmount the hood or reach over an unsafe cooking surface for a closer view.
A different sound starts during use
Describe the sound and its timing: at selection, during movement or at the end. Stop use for smoke, burning or uncontrolled movement instead of running another demonstration.
When the fitting limits what you can see
Say which detail is not accessible in the normal position. Existing paperwork can help; preparing a request does not require lifting, dragging out or disconnecting equipment.
When a photograph would help
Use the accessible panel or normal fitted position and check for private paperwork in the frame. Never recreate burning, tripping or dangerous leakage for the camera.
Reading the IKEA label
Keep the full installed IKEA designation, the actual product type and the existing control arrangement. This name identifies an enquiry route; it does not establish current manufacture, parts stock, replacement compatibility or acceptance of every product.
At your Whyteleafe address
Give the full service postcode and describe the actual fitted access in Whyteleafe. CR3 is a broad postal reference. This guide does not establish a separate branch, service boundary or agreed attendance.
Discuss the proposed work
Call 0800 037 4915 with the model and sequence of events. Suitable work, charges and a Monday–Thursday appointment are checked for the individual request.