GE 42" Ventilation Hood User Manual


 
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
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THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended
by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed
control device.
D. This unit must be grounded.
CAUTION—FOR GENERAL VENTILATING
USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST
HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND
VAPORS.
WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-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.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—You may be
burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
or towels—a violent steam explosion will
result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back
to an exit.
*Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by
NFPA.
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 that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking at 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-related 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),
and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
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.
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.
CAUTION—AUTOMATICALLY OPERATED
DEVICE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
DISCONNECT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
SERVICING. THE UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN
INTEGRAL DISCONNECTING SWITCH LOCATED
INSIDE THE BLOWER HOUSING.