S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S A N D P R E C A U T I O N S
W H AT TO DO
IMPORTANT NOTE: Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Read this Use & Care Information carefully before using your new cooktop to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.
Ensure proper installation and
servicing. This appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Have installer show you where the gas supply
Before performing any service, turn off the gas supply by closing the gas
Keep igniters clean and dry for
proper lighting and performance of the burners.
In the event that a burner goes out and gas escapes, open a window or
a door. Wait at least five minutes before using the cooktop.
Adequate supply of air. Your kitchen must provide an adequate supply of fresh air to ensure proper combus- tion and ventilation.
Start the ventilation hood approxi- mately five minutes before cooking on the cooktop; this establishes an air curtain, and improves the capture of vapor and moisture.
Wear proper apparel. Never let loose clothing or other flammable materi- als come in contact with the burners while in operation. Fabric may ignite and cause personal injury.
Always use dry pot holders when removing pans from the cooktop.
Wet or damp pot holders can cause steam burns. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth in place of pot holders.
Choose pans with easily grasped
handles that will stay cool while cooking. Refer to Cookware Selec- tion on page 14.
When cooking, set burner controls
so that the flame does not extend beyond the bottom of the pan.
Always turn panhandles inward so
they do not extend over adjacent work areas, burners or the edge of the cooktop.
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