Kobe Range Hoods RA3836SQ, RA3830SQ What to Do In The Event Of a Range Top Grease Fire

Models: RA3830SQ RA3836SQ

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What to Do In The Event Of a Range Top Grease Fire

What to Do In The Event Of a Range Top Grease Fire

-SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, and then burner. KEEP FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AWAY FROM FLAMES. If

the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE THE AREA AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT or 911.

-NEVER PICK UP A BURNING PAN ￿ You may get burned.

-DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels ￿ a violent steam blast wi

-Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

a)You have a Class A, B, C extinguisher and know how to operate it.

b)The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.

c)The fire department has been called.

d)You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

What to Do If You Smell Gas

-Extinguish any open flame.

-Do not try to turn on the lights or any type of appliance.

-Open all doors and windows to disperse the gas. If you still smell gas, call Company and Fire Department right away.

CAUTION

1)For general ventilation use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive and vapors.

2)To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.

3)Follow the heating equipment manufacturer￿s guideline and safety standards such published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American S Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and code authori

4)Activating any switch on may cause ignition or an explosion.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD ￿ Can result in serious injury or death Disconnect appliance from electric power before servicing.

If equipped, the fluorescent light bulb contains small amounts of which must be recycled or disposed of according to Local, State, a Federal Codes.

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Kobe Range Hoods RA3836SQ, RA3830SQ installation instructions What to Do In The Event Of a Range Top Grease Fire

FAQ

What should I do in the event of a range top grease fire?

Smother the flames with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, and then turn off the burner. Keep flammable or combustible materials away from flames. If the flames do not go out immediately, evacuate the area and call the fire department or 911.

What should I do if I smell gas?

Extinguish any open flame and do not try to turn on lights or any type of appliance. Open all doors and windows to disperse the gas. If you still smell gas, call the gas company and fire department right away.

What is the caution mentioned in the article?

The caution mentions to use only for general ventilation, not to exhaust hazardous or explosive vapors, to use only metal ductwork to reduce the risk of fire, and to follow safety standards and guidelines published by NFPA, ASHRAE, and code authorities.