Warnings - Viking VDSC548T Series Service Manual

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Warnings

Read and follow all instructions before using this
appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire,
electric shock, personal injury, or damage to the
appliance as a result of improper usage of the
appliance. Use appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this manual.
To ensure proper and safe operation: Appliance
must be properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to adjust,
repair, service, or replace any part of your appliance
unless it is specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a qualified
servicer. Have the installer show you the location of
the gas shutoff valve and how to shut it off in
an emergency.
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 appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
DO NOT try to light any appliance.
DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
DO NOT use any phone in your building.
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
WARNING
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WARNING
To avoid risk of property damage, personal
injury or death, follow information in this
manual exactly to prevent a fire or explosion.
To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage
the appliance before operating it.
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and materials.
precautions should be taken to prevent curtains
from blowing over burners.
NEVER leave any items on the rangetop. The
hot air from the vent may ignite flammable
items and may increase pressure in closed
containers, which may cause them to burst.
when exposed to heat and may be highly
flammable. Avoid their use or storage near an
appliance.
plastics away from parts of the appliance that
may become warm or hot. DO NOT leave
plastic items on the rangetop as they may
melt or soften if left too close to the vent or a
lighted surface burner.
ignite and metallic items may become hot and
cause burns. DO NOT pour spirits over hot
foods. DO NOT leave oven unsupervised when
drying herbs, breads, mushrooms, etc., could
create a fire hazard.
In Case of Fire
Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid
spreading the flame. Extinguish flame, then turn on
hood to remove smoke and odor.
lid or cookie sheet.
NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan.
oven door. DO NOT use water on grease fires.
Use baking soda, a dry chemical, or foam-type
extinguisher to smother fire or flame.
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