792481 Genuine Charcoal Filter 2 Pack for Fisher & Paykel Rangehoods, Recirculating Rangehood Carbon Filters

Fisher & Paykel's 792481 is a genuine pack of two charcoal filters for rangehoods running in recirculating mode, where the air goes back into the kitchen instead of out through a duct. The charcoal soaks up cooking smells after the metal grease filters have caught the grease. Charcoal filters come in many shapes and sizes, so check the number on your current filters, or the rangehood's model number, before ordering.

When to change rangehood charcoal filters

Activated charcoal works by trapping odour molecules in a huge number of tiny pores, and once those pores are full it stops working. Unlike metal grease filters, most charcoal filters can't be washed and reused. Signs they're spent include cooking smells hanging around long after you've finished, a stale or greasy smell when the hood runs, and stronger odours spreading through the house. How often you change them depends on how much you cook, so follow the guidance in your rangehood manual.

Part details

• Genuine Fisher & Paykel part 792481
• Charcoal (carbon) filters
• Pack of 2
• For Fisher & Paykel rangehoods used in recirculating mode

Swapping the filters

Switch the rangehood off at the wall and let it cool after cooking. Remove the metal grease filters first, then unclip or twist off the old charcoal filters. Fit the new pair the same way, making sure each one sits firmly so air can't bypass it. Wash the grease filters while they're out, refit them and run the fan to check it sounds normal.

Questions about this part

Do I need these if my rangehood is ducted outside?

Usually not. Charcoal filters are for recirculating installations where the air returns to the kitchen. A ducted hood sends the air outside, so it only needs clean grease filters. Check how your rangehood is installed if you're unsure.