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Do not repair or replace any part of
this appliance
unless specifically
recommended in this book. All other
service should be performed by a
qualified technician.
To avoid motor bearing damage and
noisy and/or unbalanced impellers,
keep drywall spray, construction
dust, etc. off power unit.
When cutting or drilling into wall or
ceiling,
do not damage electrical
wiring or other hidden utilities.
Please read the specification label
on the downdraft for further infor-
mation and requirements.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING:
Smother flames with 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.
Never pick up a flaming pan – you
may be burned.
Do not use water, including wet
dishcloths or towels – a violent
steam explosion will result.
USE AN EXTINGUISHER ONLY IF:
You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher
and you already know
how to operate it.
The fire is small and contained in
the area where it started.
The fire department is being called.
Y
ou can fight the fire with your back
to an exit
(NFPA Fire Safety Tips).
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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 tur
n hood ON when
cooking at high heat or when
flambeing foods (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambe').
c) Clean ventilating fans
frequently. Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on
fan or filter.
d)
Use pr
oper pan size. Always use
cookware appropriate for the
size of the sur
face element.