IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
,WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE:
~Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.
~Always turn the hood on when cooking at high heat.
~Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
~Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element.
,WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS, IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
~SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray then turn off the burner.
BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately,
EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
~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 a fire extinguisher
ONLY if:
–You have a class ABC extinguisher, and you 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.
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