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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow this advice may result in
electrical shock or death.
• Before carrying out any work on the electrical
section of the appliance, it must be disconnected
from the mains electricity supply.
• Connection to a good ground wiring system is
absolutely essential and mandatory.
• Alterations to the domestic wiring system must
only be made by a qualified electrician.
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WARNING!
Cut Hazard
Failure to use caution could result in injury.
• Take care: some edges are sharp.
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, injury to persons or damage when using the appliance, follow the
important safety instructions listed below. Read all the guidance before using the appliance.
Servicing
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in
the user guide. All other servicing should be undertaken be a Fisher & Paykel trained and
supported service technician or qualified person.
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Technicians must disconnect the power supply before servicing this appliance.
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Please make this information available to the person installing the appliance
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This appliance must be installed and connected to the mains power supply only by a
suitably qualified person according to these installation instructions and in compliance
with any applicable local building and electricity regulations. Failure to install the
appliance correctly could invalidate any warranty or liability claims.
Gas Requirements
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Be sure that the unit being installed is set up for the kind of gas being used. The
gas rangetop is shipped from the factory set and adjusted for Natural Gas or LP (propane),
depending on the specific model ordered. Verify that the rangetop is compatible with the
gas at the installation site before proceeding further.
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Return cooktop to dealer if the unit is not set for site gas supply.
General
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The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door in order to avoid
overheating.
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The cooktop must be grounded.
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Installation must comply with your local building and electricity regulations.
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Ensure the installer shows the customer where the gas supply shut-off valve is located.
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A circuit breaker is recommended.
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If the power supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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Do not use adaptors, reducers or branching devices to connect the oven to
the mains electricity supply, as they can cause overheating and burning.
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Improper installation, adjustment alteration, service or maintenance can cause property
damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before using, installing or servicing this appliance.
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DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air to the appliance.
Be sure a fresh air supply is available.
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Check local building codes for the proper method of cooktop installation. Local codes
vary. Installation, electrical connections, and grounding must comply with all applicable
codes. In the absence of local codes, the cooktop should be installed in accordance with
the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and National Electrical Code
ANSI / NFPA 70.
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The cooktops are tested in accordance with ANSI Z21.1 Standard for Household Cooking
Gas Appliances. These cooktops must be installed in conjunction with a suitable overhead
vent hood. (See ventilation requirements). Due to the high heat capacity of this unit,
particular attention should be paid to the hood and duct work installation to ensure it
meets local building codes. To eliminate risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated
surface units, cabinet storage located above the surface units should be avoided.
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In Canada: Installation must be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian
Electrical Codes Part 1 and/or local codes. Installation must be in accordance with
the current CAN/CGA B149.1 & 2 Gas Installation codes and/or local codes. Electrical
installation must be in accordance with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Codes
Part 1 and/or local codes.
