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Gas must be installed by a qualified service technician in accordance with all applica
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ble codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Before proceeding
with any conversion, ensure the gas supply is shut off and the electrical power to the
range is disconnected. Do not operate the cooktop or oven burners of this range when
using LP (bottled) gas before converting the pressure regulator and burner orifices for
LP gas use. Failure to do so could cause high flames and toxic fumes which can
result in serious injury.
• Do not use an adapter or extension cord to connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
• To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between
the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic
safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the
residence checked by a qualified electrician.
• Do not operate the appliance until it has been properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician.
• Have the technician show you the location of the gas shut off valve and how to shut
it off in case of an emergency situation.
• Before servicing, turn off the gas valve and disconnect the power supply by either
removing the fuse, unplugging the unit, or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker.
• Under no circumstance open the outer casing of the appliance. This is a safety
hazard and may damage the appliance.
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Service or repairs should only be carried out by a qualified service technician. Do
not attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
• For safety, only use parts / components recommended by the manufacturer.
• The appliance is not designed for use with an external timer or a remote-control
system.
• Do not operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the appli-
ance has been damaged in any manner.
• In the event of damage or defect, turn off the appliance immediately. Turn off the
gas shut off valve and disconnect completely from the electrical supply. Do not use
the appliance until it has been repaired. Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance
while repair work is carried out.
WARNING: Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances,
namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the
incomplete combustion of natural gas fuel.
When operating your range on natural
gas, the flames from the burners should be blue in color. In addition, the flames
should be stable, free of yellow tipping, excessive noise and lifting. However, this
CHILDREN
• Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where the appliance is in
use.
• Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
• Do not store items of interest to children above or at the back of the appliance.
Children climbing on the appliance to reach these items could be injured.
• The appliance is hot during use and remains so for some time after being switched
off. Keep children away from the appliance.
• Keep all cookware and their handles out of the reach of children. Danger of burning
or scalding.
WARNING: Ensure that any packing material, including any plastic bags or film, are
disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Do not use plastic bags in
cribs, beds, carriages or play pens. These bags are not toys. Danger of suffocation!
TECHNICAL SAFETY
• Installation, repair, and maintenance work must be performed by a licensed install-
er, an approved service agency or your gas supplier in accordance with local building
and safety codes. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the
warranty.
• Before installation, make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the rating
label correspond with the household electrical supply. This data must correspond to
prevent injury and appliance damage. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
• Before installation, select a suitable area that abides by the clearance measure-
ments noted in the ‘RANGE INSTALLATION’ section of this manual.
• Before installation, ensure the area will be well ventilated, with a suitable ventilation
system.
IMPORTANT:
Do not install a ventilation system that blows air downward toward this
gas cooking appliance. This type of ventilation system may cause ignition and com-
bustion problems with this gas cooking appliance resulting in personal injury or unin-
tended operation.
• Before installing the range, check for externally visible damage. Do not operate a
damaged appliance. A damaged gas range is a hazard.
IMPORTANT:
This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-pronged receptacle.
DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from
this plug.
• The range has been adjusted for Natural Gas at manufacture. Any conversion to LP
WARNING: TIP-OVER HAZARD
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF THE APPLIANCE TIPPING OVER, THE RANGE MUST BE
SECURED BY THE ANTI-TIP DEVICE PACKED WITH THE APPLIANCE. IF THE
ANTI-TIP BRACKETS ARE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE RANGE MAY TIP, CAUS-
ING DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE AND SERIOUS BURNS OR INJURY TO PERSONS
OR POSSIBLE DEATH. See 'RANGE INSTALLATION' for further instructions.
COOKING SAFETY
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Make sure all components of the range are assembled correctly before using the
cooktop or oven.
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Do not leave the range unattended while in use. Boil-overs cause smoking, and
greasy spillovers may ignite.
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The range and its parts will be extremely hot during use. Always use protective
gear such as oven mitts or potholders when using the appliance. Do not touch the
open flame.
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Use only dry, heat resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot
surfaces can result in steam burns. Do not let the potholder touch the hot heating
elements. Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance.
•
The appliance is hot during use. Do not touch the Burner Grates, Burner Caps,
Burner Heads, Oven Racks, oven glass, or any other parts in proximity to the flame or
oven heating elements. These components may be hot enough to cause burns.
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Be sure to turn all controls off when not in use. The appliance will remain hot for
some time after turning off. Do not touch the cooktop area or interior of the ovens
until cool.
•
Be sure the oven cool air intake (top interior of oven door) and oven exhaust vent
(below the door) are unobstructed at all times.
•
When using the oven, open the door carefully to allow hot air or steam to escape
before placing or removing food.
yellow tipping should be restricted to the primary flame kernels only. Properly adjust-
ed burners, indicated by a bluish rather than a yellow flame, will minimize incomplete
combustion. Exposure to those substances can be minimized by venting with an
open window or use of a ventilation fan or hood.
• Before discarding an old appliance, disconnect it from the gas and electrical supply,
and cut off the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard.
• To reduce the risk of burns, do not move this appliance while hot.
