IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP
•Know which knob controls each surface heating unit.
Use Proper Flame Size—Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.
•Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners—To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface burners.
•Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Settings— Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
•Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line the surface burner pans, the oven bottom or any other part of the range. Only use aluminum foil as recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may interfere with heat and air distribution, and combustion. Damage to the range or personal injury may result.
•Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/ ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for rangetop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's recommendations for rangetop use.
•Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a burner is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt. You will not be able to see that the burner is on. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating. Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN OR WARMER DRAWER (IF EQUIPPED)
•Use Care When Opening Oven Door or Warmer Drawer— Stand to the side of the range when opening the door of a hot oven/warmer drawer. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven/warmer drawer (if equipped).
•Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. The oven is vented below the backguard. Touching the surfaces in this area when the oven is operating may cause severe burns. Also, do not place
plastic or heat-sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items could melt or ignite.
•Placement of Oven/Warmer Drawer Racks. Always place racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, use extreme caution. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the oven burner flame or interior of the oven/warmer drawer. Remove all utensils from the rack before removing rack.
•Do not use the broiler pan without its insert. The broiler pan and grid allow dripping fat to drain and be kept away from the high heat of the broiler.
•Do not cover the broiler grid with aluminum foil. Exposed fat and grease could ignite.
•Do not touch a hot light bulb (some models) with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the range or turn off the power to the range before removing and replacing light bulb.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR RANGE
•Clean the range regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area underneath each surface burner. Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. Refer to the hood manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.
•Kitchen cleaners/aerosols—Always follow the manufacturer's recommended directions for use. Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and/or injury.
SELF-CLEANING OVENS:
•Clean in the self-cleaning cycle only the parts of the oven listed in this owner's guide. Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan and any utensils stored in the oven.
•Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
•Do not use oven cleaners. No oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
Grounding Instructions
This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a correctly polarized and properly grounded receptacle. Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO NOT use an adapter plug or an extension cord. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire or death.
See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this range for complete installation and grounding instructions.
