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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
– 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.
– This unit must be grounded.
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CAUTION: To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air
outside – Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings or into attics,
crawl spaces, or garages.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with
any solid-state speed control device.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of a range top grease fire:
– Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium settings.
– Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambéing food (ie
Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé)
– Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate
on fan or filter.
– Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the
surface element.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to persons in the event of a range top
grease fire, observe the following*:
– 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 be burned.
– DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels – a violent steam
explosion will result.
– Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
– You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it.
– The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
– The fire department is being called.
– You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
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WARNING: Unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
servicing or cleaning.
READ AND
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by NFPA.
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