Kenmore 362.7562 Range User Manual


 
Read all instructions before
using this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
NOTICE
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California
to publish a list of substances known to the state to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm,
and requires businesses to warn customers of
potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances cause minor exposure to four
of these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused pdrnarily by
the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels..
Properly adjusted burners, indicated by a bluish rather
than a yellow flame, will minimize incomplete
cornbustion.. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized further by venting with an open window or
using a ventilation fan or hood..
When You Get Your Range
Have the installer show you the location of the
range gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off
if necessary,
Have your range installed and properly grounded
by a qualified installer in accordance with the
Installation Instructions, Any adjustment and service
should be performed only by qualified gas range
installers or service technicians..
Plug your range into a 120-volt grounded outlet
only. Do not remove the round grounding prong from
the plug,. If in doubt about the grounding of the home
electrical system, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with
a properly grounded, three-prong outlet in accordance
with the National Electrical Code_ In Canada, the
appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance
with the Canadian Electrical Code.. Do not use an
extension cord with this appliance_
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
your range unless it is specifically recommended
in this manual, All other servicing should be referred
to a qualified technician.
Be sure all packing materials are removed from
the range before operating it to prevent fire or smoke
damage, should the packing material ignite.
Locate the range out of kitchen traffic path
and out of drafty locations to prevent poor air
circulation,
After prolonged use of a range, high floor
temperatures may result and many floor coverings
wilt not withstand this kind of use. Never install the
range over vinyl tile or linoleum that cannot withstand
such type of use, Never install it directly over interior
kitchen carpeting
Be sure your range is correctly adjusted by a
qualified installer for the type of gas (natural or
LP), that is to be used, Your range can be converted
for use with either type of ga& See the Installation
Instruction&
WARNING: Theconversionofyour
range to LP gas must be made by a qualified LP
installer in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and all codes and requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious injury or property
damage. The qualified agency performing this work
assumes responsibility for the conversion..
,&WARNING
All ranges can tip and injury could
result. To prevent accidental tipping
of the range, attach it to the wall and
floor by instatEing the AntFTip device
supplied..
If the Anti-Tip device supplied with the
range does not fit this application, use
the universal Anti-Tip device
WB2X7909. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _',
To check if the device is installed and
engaged properly, remove the storage
drawer and inspect the rear leveling leg.
Make sure it fits securely into the slot,
If you pull the range out from the wall for any reason,
make sure the device is properly engaged when you push
the range back against the wall If it is not, there is a
possible risk of the range tipping over and causing injury
if you or a child stand, sit or lean on an open door.. Please
refer to the Anti-Tip device information in this manual.
Faiture to take this precaution could result in tipping
of the range and injury.
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