Safety
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
1)
Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boil overs
cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils
slowly on low or medium settings.
2)
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when
flambeing food.
3)
Clean ventilating fan frequently. Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan, filters or in exhaust ducts.
4)
Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the
size of the surface element.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
1.
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.
2.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN — You may be burned.
3.
DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels — This
could cause a violent steam explosion.
4.
Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
a)
You own a Class ABC extinguisher and you know how to
operate it.
b)
The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
c)
The fire department has been called.
d)
You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips” published by NFPA.
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