9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY
TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-
1.
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
2.
– You may be burned.
DO NOT USE WATER, including
3.
wet dishcloths or towels – a
violent steam explosion will result.
Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
4.
– You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already
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.
Whenever possible, do not operate the
ventilation system during a cooktop fire.
However, do not reach through fire to turn
it off.
Gas Safety
To prevent carbon monoxide build-up, do
not block appliance air vents.
Have the installer show you where the gas
shut-off valve is located.
For proper burner performance, keep
igniters clean and dry.
If a burner goes out and gas escapes,
open windows and doors. Wait until gas
dissipates before using the appliance.
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WARNING
Cooking with gas can release small
amounts of certain by-products,
such as carbon monoxide,
benzene, formaldehyde, nitrogen
oxides (including nitrogendioxide),
and particulate matter / soot. To
minimize exposure to these
substances:
– Always ensure proper ventilation
by using anappropriate
ventilation fan or hood vented to
the outside and/or an open
window.
Always operate the unit
–
according to the instructions in
this manual.
If applicable, the burners should
–
be verified by a certified installer
or agency to ensure proper
combustion.
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