Important Safety Instructions
Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appli-
ance, there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and
satisfactory operation.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or
damage when
using the range, follow basic
precautions, including
WARNING: if the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
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immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
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if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
General
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Gas fuels and their use in appliances can
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Install or locate the range only in accordance
cause minor exposures to benzene, formalde-
with the provided Installation Instructions.
hyde, carbon monoxide and soot, primarily
The range must be installed by a qualified
from incomplete combustion. Significant
installer. The range must be properly
exposure to these substances can cause
connected to the proper gas supply and
cancer or reproductive harm. Properly
checked for leaks. The range must also be
adjusted burners with a blue, rather than a
properly connected to electrical supply and
yellow, flame will minimize incomplete
grounded.
combustion. Venting with a hood or an open
window will further minimize exposure.
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