l Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire.
l Keep range vents unobstructed.
l Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury.
l Do not store flammable materials on or near the range. The fumes can create an explosion and/or fire hazard.
When using the cooktop
l Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking. Cooking without reflector bowls may sub- ject the wiring and components underneath them to damage.
l Do not line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of elec- tric shock or fire.
lSelect a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as the surface unit. If pan is smaller than the surface unit, some of the heating element will be exposed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders. Correct pan size also improves cooking efficiency.
l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass,
l Never leave surface units unat- tended at high heat settings. A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
l Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface units. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan.
When using the oven
l Always position oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool. If a rack must be removed while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.
l Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.