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Important safety instructions
Location safety
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injuries, and/or death, observe the
following precautions.
• This appliance is for indoor, household use only.
Do not install
the appliance outdoors
or anywhere that it will be exposed to weather/water or wind/strong drafts.
•
Do not install
the appliance in a place which is exposed to a strong draft.
• Select a level, well-constructed floor that can support the appliance’s weight. Synthetic
flooring, such as linoleum, must withstand 180 °F (82 °C) temperatures without
shrinking, warping, or discoloring.
Do not install
the appliance directly over interior
kitchen carpeting unless a sheet of ¼ inch plywood or a similar insulator is placed
between the appliance and carpeting.
• Select a location where a grounded, 3-prong outlet is easily accessible.
• If the appliance is located near a window,
do not hang
long curtains or paper blinds on
that window.
• For the appliance to ventilate properly, make sure the appliance’s vents are not
blocked, and that there is enough clearance at the top, back, sides, and underneath the
appliance. The vents allow the necessary exhaust for the appliance to operate properly
with correct combustion.
•
Make sure
the wall coverings around the appliance can withstand heat up to 200 °F
(93 °C) generated by the appliance.
• Cabinet storage above the surface of the appliance should be avoided. If cabinet
storage above the appliance is necessary, allow a minimum clearance of 30 inches
(76.2 cm) between the cooking surface and the bottom of the cabinets or install a range
hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) beyond the bottom of
the cabinets.
•
Locate
the appliance out of kitchen traffic paths and drafty locations to prevent poor
air circulation.
• If the appliance is located near a window, NEVER hang long curtains or paper blinds
on that window. They could blow over the surface burners and ignite, causing a fire
hazard.
