Bosch Telescopic Hood Measurement Guide for Installers

 

Bosch DFM063W55B Installation: The 60cm Telescopic Measurement Guide

The Bosch DFM063W55B Telescopic Hood is a "built-in" appliance, meaning it is designed to live inside your kitchen cabinetry. In Nigeria, where custom-built cabinets are common, you must provide your carpenter with exact specifications before they finish the woodwork.

1. The Niche Size (The Cabinet Cutout)

The hood does not sit on the wall; it sits inside a cabinet. For a perfect fit, your cabinet niche must meet these exact dimensions:

  • Width: 526 mm (Fixed)

  • Depth: 290 mm

  • Height: 162 mm

Pro-Tip: Ensure your carpenter leaves a small recess for the 1.75m power cord so it doesn't get pinched during installation.

2. Safety Clearances (The Gas vs. Electric Rule)

In Nigeria, most of us use gas hobs. Heat rises, and if the hood is too low, the heat can damage the motor or become a fire hazard.

  • Above a Gas Hob: Minimum 650 mm (Approx. 25.5 inches)

  • Above an Electric Hob: Minimum 430 mm (Approx. 17 inches)

3. Ducting vs. Recirculation

How will your hood handle the smoke?

  • Ducted (Extraction): The smoke goes out through a pipe in the wall. You will need a 120 mm or 150 mm diameter pipe. This is the best option for heavy Nigerian frying (fish, dodo, stews).

  • Telescopic Hood Measurement Guide for Installers

    Recirculation: If you live in an apartment where you cannot break the wall, you will need a Bosch Recirculation Kit. This uses carbon filters to clean the air and blow it back into the kitchen.

4. Handle Strip Customization

The DFM063W55B comes in a silver metallic finish. However, if your kitchen has a specific theme (e.g., all black or white), you can actually replace the front handle strip with a furniture-matched piece from your carpenter so the hood becomes 100% invisible when closed.

Pre-Installation Checklist for Homeowners

  1. Check Your Cabinet Width: This hood is strictly for 60cm wide cabinets. If you have a 90cm hob, you may need to look at the Bosch 90cm Series.

  2. Power Outlet: Ensure there is a 13A socket inside the upper cabinet or just above it. Avoid using extension boxes for extractor hoods.

  3. The Vent Path: If you are venting outside, ensure the path of the pipe is as straight as possible. Every "bend" in the pipe reduces the extraction power.




Need Professional Installation?

Built-in appliances require precision. If your carpenter is unsure about these measurements, visit Kara.com.ng to speak with our technical support team. We provide original Bosch units with full installation manuals included in the box.

Buy the Bosch DFM063W55B at Kara.com.ng for the best price in Nigeria.


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