Safety Information
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© Viking Range Corporation
This gas appliance contains or produces a chemical
or chemicals which are known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
To reduce the risk from substances in the fuel or
from fuel combustion make sure this appliance is
installed, operated, and maintained according to the
instructions in this manual
NOTE:
The maximum gas supply pressure for this
appliances must not exceed 1/2 psig (3.5kPa)
(14 WCP)
Safety Practices for Servicer
Safe and satisfactory operation of a gas cooktop
depends upon its design and proper installation.
However, there is one more area of safety to be
considered:
Servicing
Listed below are some general precautions and safety
practices which should be followed in order to protect
the service technician and consumer during service and
after service has been completed.
Gas smell
1.
— Extinguish any and all open flames
and open windows.
Turn gas off
2.
— Service appliance with gas turned
off unless testing requires it.
Checking for gas leaks
3.
— Never check for gas
leaks with any kind of open flame. Soap and wa
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ter solution should be used for this purpose. Apply
solution to suspected area and watch for air bubbles
which indicates a leak. Correct leaks by tightening
fittings, screws, connections, applying approved
compound, or installing new parts.
Using lights
4.
— Use a hand flashlight when servic
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ing appliances or checking for gas leaks. Electric
switches should not be operated where leaks are
suspected. This will avoid creating arcing or sparks
which could ignite the gas. If electric lights are al
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ready turned on, they should not be turned off.
Do not smoke
5.
— Never smoke while servicing gas
appliances, especially when working on piping that
contains or has contained gas.
Check appliance when service is completed
6.
—
After servicing, make visual checks on electrical
connection and check for gas leaks. Inform consum
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er of the condition of the appliance before leaving.
Adhere to all local regulations and codes when
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performing service.
Overview
As with all appliances, there are certain rules to follow
for safe operation. Verify everyone who operates the
appliance is familiar with the operations and with these
precautions.
Use appliance only for its intended purpose as
described. Pay close attention to the safety section by
looking for the symbol or the word “safety”.
Recognize this symbol as a safety precaution.
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Extinguish any open flame.
1.
Do not try to light any appliance.
2.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
3.
any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
4.
neighbor’s phone. Follow your gas supplier’s
instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
5.
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by an
authorized installer, service agency or gas supplier.
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury,
or death, make sure the unit has been properly
grounded and always disconnect it from main power
supply before any servicing.
To avoid risk of electrical shock, property damage,
personal injury or death; verify wiring is correct
if components were replaced. Verify proper and
complete operation of unit after servicing.
