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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
General Notes
WARNING
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufac-
turer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
WARNING
• When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
• Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE
APPLIANCE AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
IMPORTANT: SAVE FOR THE LOCAL INSPECTOR’S USE.
WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been
designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions ca-
refully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk
of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons. When
using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must
be followed, including those in the following pages.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
WARNING
Remove all tape and packaging before using the applian-
ce. Destroy the packaging after unpacking the appliance.
Never allow children to play with packaging material.
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. Refer to the
Statement of Limited Warranty in the Use and Care Ma-
nual. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables
or nonfood products in or near this appliance. It is spe-
cifically designed for use when heating or cooking food.
The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will
damage the appliance and could result in injury.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly,
or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized servicer.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifically recommended in this manual. Refer all servi-
cing to a factory authorized service center.
CAUTION
Grease left on filters can melt and move into the vent.
WARNING
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when
reaching behind or under appliance.
Fire Safety
WARNING
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual.
Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,
drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires
with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.
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 metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not
go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE
FIRE DEPARTMENT.
• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may get
burned.
• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels - a violent steam explosion will result.
• Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
a) You know you have a class ABC extinguisher,
and you already know how to operate it.
b) The fire is small and contained in the area where
it started.
c) The fire department is being called.
d) You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
a
Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.
Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation system
during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach through fire to
turn it off.
