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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
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Save these instructions for the local inspectors use.
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To avoid hazard, follow these instructions carefully before installing or using this appliance.
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Please make this information available to the person installing the appliance – doing so
could reduce your installation costs.
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This range is to be installed and connected to the electricity supply only by an authorized
person.
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If the installation requires alterations to the domestic electrical system, call a qualified
electrician. The electrician should also check that the socket cable section is suitable for the
electricity drawn by the range.
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The range must be grounded.
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Installation must comply with your local building and electricity regulations.
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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.
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Installation of any gas-fired equipment should be made by a licensed plumber. A manual
shut-off valve must be installed in an accessible location in the gas line external to
the appliance for the purpose of turning on or shutting off gas to the appliance (In
Massachusetts such shutoff devices should be approved by the Board of State Examiners of
Plumbers & Gas Fitters).
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Ensure the installer shows the customer where the gas supply shut-off valve is located.
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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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A circuit breaker is recommended.
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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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A risk of the appliance tipping over exists if the appliance is not installed in accordance with
installation instructions.
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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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California Proposition 65 – The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products
which are known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California
law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate this unit according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and provide good ventilation to the room when cooking with
gas.
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Check local building codes for the proper method of range installation. Local codes vary.
Installation, electrical connections, and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.
In the absence of local codes, the range 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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In Canada: 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. Be sure that the
unit being installed is set up for the kind of gas being used. The gas range is shipped from
the factory set and adjusted for Natural Gas. It can be converted for use with LP (propane)
following the instructions in this manual.
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Some models are supplied with a protective film on steel and aluminum parts.
This film must be removed before installing/using the appliance.
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The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door in order to avoid overheating.
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Installation in manufactured (mobile) home
Installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 [formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD (Part 280)] or, when such standard is not
applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1, or
with local codes where applicable.
Installation in recreational park trailers
Installation must conform with state or other codes or, in the absence of such codes,
with the Standard for Recreational Park Trailers, ANSI A119.5.
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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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Air curtain or other overhead range hoods, which operate by blowing a downward air
flow on to a range, shall not be used in conjunction with gas ranges other than when
the hood and range have been designed, tested and listed by an independent test
laboratory for use in combination.
Cleaning and servicing
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Service should only be performed by an authorized/qualified technician.
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Disconnect the electrical supply to the appliance before servicing.
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When removing appliance for cleaning and/or service:
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Shut off gas at main supply.
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Disconnect AC power supply.
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Disconnect gas line to the inlet pipe.
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Carefully remove the range by pulling outward.
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CAUTION: Range is heavy; use care in handling.
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Do not lift the range by the oven door handle or hob rail
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The misuse of oven door (eg stepping, sitting, or leaning on them) can result
in potential hazards and/or injuries.
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When installing or removing the range for service, a rolling lift jack should be used.
Do not push against any of the edges of the range in an attempt to slide it into or
out of the installation.
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Pushing or pulling a range (rather than using a lift jack) also increases the possibility
of bending the leg spindles or the internal coupling connectors.
Replacement parts
Only authorized replacement parts may be used in performing service on the range.
Replacement parts are available from factory authorized parts distributors.
Contact the nearest parts distributor in your area.