SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium settings.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking on high heat
or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be
done by qualified person(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated construction.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion
and exhausting of gases through the flue
(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent
back drafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards
such as those published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), the American
Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local
code authorities.
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C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do
not damage electrical wiring and other hidden
utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the
outdoors.
E. When applicable, install any makeup
(replacement) air system in accordance
with local building code requirements. Visit
GEAppliances.com for available makeup air
solutions.
F. Turn off breaker to adjacent rooms while
working.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
your hood unless it is specifically recommended
in this manual. All other servicing should be
referred to a qualified technician.
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