• Before performing any service, unplug the range or disconnect the power
supply at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker.
• Be sure all packing materials are removed from the range before operating
to prevent ignition of these materials.
• Avoid scratching or impacting metal doors, cooktops, or control panels.
Doing so may lead to glass breakage. Do not cook on a product with broken
glass. Shock, fire, or cuts may occur.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in an area where an appliance is
in use. They should never be allowed to climb, sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
WARNING: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an
oven - children climbing on the oven to reach items could be seriously
injured.
• Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlets
and outlets that are necessary for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at
the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range under
the warming drawer, lower oven drawer or kick panel.
• Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may
result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface burners,
burner grate, or oven heating element. Do not use a towel or other bulky
cloth in place of pot holders.
• Do not touch the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven.
These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in
color. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for
cooling first. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to
cause burns. Potentially hot surfaces include the oven vent opening,
surfaces near the opening, and crevices around the oven door.
• Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the
container could burst, causing an injury.
• Cook food thoroughly to help protect against foodborne illness. Use a food
thermometer to take food temperatures and check several locations.
• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on the oven door, drawer or
cooktop. They could damage the rangeor tip it over causing severe injury or
death.
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