9IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must be followed, including those in the following pages.
General notes
Examine the appliance after unpacking it. In the event of transport damage, do not plug it in.
Fire Safety
Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
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.
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.
Do not flambé under the extractor hood or work with a naked flame. When switched on, the extractor hood draws flames into the filter. There is a risk of fire due to deposits on the grease filter!
CAUTION
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire, drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
‒SMOTHER FLAMES with a
‒NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be burned.
‒DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels – a violent steam explosion will result.
‒Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
‒You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how to operate it.
‒The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
‒The fire department is being called
‒You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby, highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance.
Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach through fire to turn it off.
WARNING
Risk of fire
Grease deposits in the grease filter can ignite.
Clean the grease filter at least every two months.
Never operate the appliance without the grease filter.
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