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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
—TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
A.
Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer.
B.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock the
service disconnecting means to prevent
power from being switched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.
C.
Do not use this unit with any solid-state
speed control device.
D.
This unit must be grounded.
CAUTION
—FOR GENERAL
VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE
TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
WARNING
—TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE
EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
A.
SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid,
cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off
the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
B.
NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—
You may be burned.
C.
DO NOT USE WATER, including wet
dishcloths or towels–a violent steam
explosion will result.
D.
Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1.
You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it.
2.
The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
3.
The fire department is being called.
4.
You can fight the fire with your back
to an exit.
*Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published
by NFPA.
WARNING
—TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A.
Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.
B.
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high
heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef
Flambé).
C.
Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on
fan or filter.
D.
Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
WARNING
—TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
A.
Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by qualified person(s)in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-related construction.
B.
Sufficient air is needed for proper
combustion and exhausting of gases
through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning
equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow
the heating equipment manufacturer’s
guideline and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), and the American
Society for Heating, Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE),
and the local code authorities.
C.
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,
do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
D.
Ducted fans must always be vented to
the outdoors.
WARNING
—TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY METAL
DUCTWORK.
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Do not attempt to repair or replace any
part of your hood unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other
servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
