Wolf V Series Black Glass Hood Code FC: Charcoal Filter Reminder

What FC means

On Wolf V Series black glass cooktop hoods such as the VW30B, VW36B, VW45B, and VI42B, FC is a reminder to replace the recirculation charcoal filters, about every 100 hours of use. It is a maintenance notice, not a breakdown. The owner sees FC on the display while the hood still runs. After the new filters go in, hold DELAY until FF shows to reset the counter.

Common causes of FC

Filter hours counter reached about 100 hours
Charcoal filters saturated and due for replacement

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Switch the hood off and give it a few minutes to cool. 2. Remove and replace the recirculation charcoal filters as shown in the manual. 3. Refit the grease filters so they sit flat. 4. Hold DELAY until FF appears to clear the reminder. 5. If FC stays after a reset, call us.

! Why to stop there

The reminder is an owner task, but a filter that does not clear after replacement may point to the control.
Old charcoal filters let odors and grease back into the room.
We can replace filters and check the hood, quote the price in writing first, and give a 30-day workmanship warranty.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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FCFC questions

Does FC mean my hood is broken?

No. It counts use and asks you to change the recirculation charcoal filters. The hood keeps working. Replace the filters and hold DELAY until FF shows to clear it.

Can I wash charcoal filters?

Charcoal filters are normally replaced, not washed. The aluminum mesh grease filters are the ones you clean. Follow the manual for the correct replacement part.

What if FC will not clear?

Check that you held DELAY until FF appeared. If FC returns right after, call us. We can check the control and quote any repair in writing before we start.