Safety

different size. Proper relationship of cookware to heating element or burner will also improve efficiency.

Cookware not approved for use with glass ceramic cooktops may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only pans that are appropriate for glass ceramic cooktops (only certain types of glass, heatproof glass, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable). See Cookware Selection Guide for further details.

Always position handles of utensils inward so they do not extend over adja- cent work areas, burners, or the edge of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires, spills and burns.

CAUTION:

Plastic containers or plastic wrap can melt if in direct contact with the drawer or a hot utensil. If it melts onto the drawer, it may not be removable.

Proper Installation and Maintenance 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 fol- lowing pages.

Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.

This appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified techni- cian. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. Refer to Installation Instruc- tions for details.

All ranges can tip. Injury to persons could result. Install anti-tip device pack- aged with range. Verify that the anti-tip devices are engaged. See installation instructions.

Figure 1: Tipping Precautions

This appliance is intended for normal family household use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the Warranty. If you have any questions, con- tact the manufacturer.

Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables or nonfood prod- ucts in or near this appliance. It is specifically designed for use when heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in injury.

Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized servicer.

Do not cook on a broken cooktop. Cleaning solutions and spillovers may cre- ate a risk of electric shock.

Do not obstruct oven vents.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recom- mended in this manual. Refer all servicing to a factory authorized service cen- ter.

In the event of an error the display flashes and beeps continuously. If this happens during self-clean, disconnect appliance from the power supply and call a qualified technician.

In the event of an error the display flashes and beeps continuously. Discon- nect appliance from the power supply and call a qualified technician.

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