Important Safety Instructions

Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OB- SERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1.Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have ques- tions, contact the manufacturer (800/735- 4328).

2.Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel. This will prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service panel cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag to the service panel.

WARNING

FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. TO AVOID A FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZ- ARD DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZ- ARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS OR VAPOR.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PER- SONS, IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a)SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or other metal tray, then turn off the gas burner or the electric element. 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 dish cloths or towels - a violent steam explosion may result.

d)Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

1)You know you have a class ABC extin- guisher, 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.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE.

1.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.

2.Always turn hood ON when cooking on high heat or when flambéing foods.

3.Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

4.Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.

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