Important Safety Instructions
Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appli- ance, there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
l Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
lIf you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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l Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded.
l Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene, formal- dehyde, carbon monoxide and soot, primar- ily from incomplete combustion. Significant exposure to these substances can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Properly adjusted burners with a blue, rather than a yellow, flame will minimize incomplete combustion. Venting with a hood or an open window will further minimize exposure.
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Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it.
Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range. They could be burned or injured.
Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly.
Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start.
Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. Personal injury could result. Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure.
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