Gaggenau VG 231 CA, Use And Care Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION:
Items of interest to children should
not be stored in an appliance, in cabinets above
an appliance or on the backsplash. Children
climbing on an appliance to reach items could
be seriously injured.
Cleaning Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The California Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires
the Governor of California to publish a list of
substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm, and requires
businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to
such substances. The burning of gas cooking fuel and
the elimination of soil during self-cleaning can
generate some by-products which are on the list. To
minimize exposure to these substances, always
operate this unit according to the instructions
contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation.
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WARNING:
The burning of gas cooking fuel can
create small amounts of Carbon Monoxide,
Benzene, Formaldehyde and Soot. To minimize
exposure to these substances the burners
should be adjusted by a certified installer or
agency to ensure proper combustion. Ensure
proper ventilation with an open window or use a
ventilation fan or hood when cooking with gas.
Always operate the unit according to the
instructions in this manual.
Do not block the oven vent(s) during the self-cleaning
cycle. Always operate the unit according to the
instructions in this manual.
After a spill or boilover, turn off the burner and allow
the cooktop to cool. Clean around the burner and
burner por ts. After cleaning, check for proper
operation.
Cookware Safety
Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning
food. This helps prevent spills and movement of the
pan.
Use Proper Pan Size.
The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion
of the heating element or burner to direct contact and
may result in ignition of clothing. Select cookware
having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface
heating unit. This appliance is equipped with one or
more sur face units of different size. Proper
relationship of cookware to heating element or burner
will also improve efficiency.
Always position handles of utensils inward so they do
not extend over adjacent work areas, burners, or the
edge of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires,
spills and burns.
Adjust burner flame size so that it does not extend
beyond the edge of the cookware. Proper relationship
of cookware to burner flame reduces safety risks.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
This appliance must be properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. Refer to Installation
Instructions for details.
This appliance is intended for normal family
household use only. It is not approved for outdoor
use. See the Warranty. 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 specifically 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.
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WARNING:
Failure to operate knobs properly
may result in personal injury and damage to the
appliance.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an
authorized ser vicer.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual. Refer
all ser vicing to a factor y authorized ser vice center.
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the
appliance, switch power off at the service panel and
lock the panel to prevent the power from being
switched on accidentally.