Safety 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
!WARNING
•Read all instructions before using the appliance.
•Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause personal injury or property damage. Refer to these instructions and the accompanying Use & Care Manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency, manufacturer (dealer), or the gas supplier.
•For your safety:
-Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the unit.
-Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible material, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
-Do not use or attempt to use this appliance in the event of a power failure.
•This unit is designed as a cooking appliance. Never use it for warming or heating a room.
•This appliance must not be used in combination with surface (countertop) ventilation systems. The use of an overhead hood or downdraft is recommended for ventilation.
•This appliance must be installed with the gas pressure regulator supplied with it.
•Disconnect the electrical supply before installing or servicing the appliance.
•This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded electrical supply. Refer to “Electrical Requirements”.
•Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with these installation instructions.
•Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of appliance is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
•As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
•Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged electrical cord, plug, conduit or wires, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
•This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
•Some products, such as whole eggs, and sealed containers, such as closed glass jars, may explode and should not be heated on this cooktop.