Bosch DKE96, Use And Care Manual

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English 2
Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at service panel and lock
service panel. This will prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When
the service panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.
FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN VENTILATING USE ONLY. TO AVOID
A FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS
OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPOR.
For indoor use only.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the fan with any solid-state
speed control device.
Cooking Safety • When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the legal
responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are
instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.
Cleaning Safety • CAUTION - Grease left on filters can remelt and move into the vent.
Work Space / Environment WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
a. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smok-
ing and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium
settings.
b. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambéing food (i.e.
Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
c. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumu-
late on blower or filter.
d. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the sur-
face element.
In Case of Fire WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS, IN THE EVENT
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or other metal tray,
then turn off the gas burner or the electric element. BE CAREFUL TO PRE-
VENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND
CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN, you may be burned.
c. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam
explosion may result.
d. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how
to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Smother grease fire with pan lid or baking soda.
WARNING - In case of cooktop fire, do not operate blower.