Fisher & Paykel

Fisher & Paykel HC90DCXB4

Answers and step-by-step fixes from the official Fisher & Paykel manual.

Which light or button is flashing?

• Filter cleaning icon lit: Filters need cleaning. The filter cleaning light comes on to remind you the aluminium filters need a clean.
• Wi-Fi button flashing white: Rangehood is trying to reconnect to Wi-Fi. The rangehood lost its Wi-Fi connection and is trying to reconnect on its own.
• Link button flashing white: Rangehood is trying to reconnect to the cooktop. The rangehood lost its link to the cooktop and is trying to reconnect automatically.

Common problems

Airflow is lower than expected

1. Is the ducting blocked? Check the ducting and the outside vent for kinks or blockages.
2. Is the external motor blocked? Check that the external motor is clear of debris.
3. Was the correct ducting used? Check that the correct ducting has been used as per the installation guide.
4. Is the ducting route very long? Check the ducting route is as short as possible.

The rangehood is loud

1. Is the external motor installed in the wrong place? The external motor should be installed as per the installation guide.
2. Was incorrect ducting used in the installation? Check that the ducting is installed as per the installation guide.
3. Is the ducting installed incorrectly? Check the ducting has no loose sections, kinks or vibrations.

Condensation is forming on the rangehood

1. Are you cooking on an induction cooktop? Induction cooktops increase condensation. Use a lower rangehood and cooktop speed, and refer to the cooking considerations section.
2. Is the room hot, humid or poorly ventilated? High ambient temperature, humidity or low natural ventilation in the room can cause condensation.
3. Is the rangehood installed at the right height? The height of the rangehood installation can affect how much condensation forms.

Step-by-step guides

Clean the aluminium filters

1. Disconnect the rangehood from the power source.
2. Pull the catch and tilt the filter down until it is vertical.
3. Lift the filter up to disengage it from the supports.
4. Wash the filter in hot soapy water or in a dishwasher.
5. Rinse and dry the filter.
6. Hook the filter onto the slots at the rear of the rangehood.
7. Lift the filter until the clips fully engage.

Replace the carbon filters

1. Disconnect the rangehood from the power source.
2. Remove the aluminium filters before removing the carbon filters.
3. Place a new carbon filter on each side of the motor inlet.
4. Turn each filter until it clips into place, then refit the aluminium filters.

Connect the rangehood to Wi-Fi

1. Make sure your home Wi-Fi network is turned on.
2. Download the app.
3. Register and create an account.
4. Add your appliance and set up the Wi-Fi connection in the app.
5. Press the Wi-Fi button on the rangehood until it starts to flash.
6. Follow the app instructions to finish connecting.