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S A F E T Y P R A C T I C E S / E L E C T R I C A L , G E N E R A L
ELECTRICAL SAFETY:
Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions
CAUTION: ALL MODELS
IN CASE OF AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE
If for any reason a gas control knob is turned ON and
there is no electric power to operate the electronic
igniters on the range burners, turn OFF the gas
control knob and wait 5 minutes for the gas to
dissipate before lighting the range burner manually.
To light the range burners, carefully hold a lighted
match to the burner ports and turn the gas control
knob to HI. During a power failure, you can manually
light the standard range burners only, but each must
be lit with a match.
Note: For Precision Gas Ranges, the gas oven, grill,
Thermo-griddle™ and infrared oven broiler burners
CANNOT be lit manually during a power failure.
WARNING! Do not under any circumstances cut
or remove the separate ground wire or the third
(ground) prong from the power cord
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
All gas self clean range models require an electrical
circuit rated at 120 volts, 60 Hz., and 20 Amps.
(VERIFY) For personal safety, this appliance must
be connected to a properly grounded and polarized
electrical power supply. Always disconnect the
electrical plug from the wall receptacle before
servicing this unit. See Installation Instructions for
electrical requirements and grounding instructions.
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of
you, the user, to have this appliance connected to
the electrical power supply in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and/or applicable local
codes and ordinances by a qualified electrician.
*It is recommended that a dedicated circuit servicing
this appliance be provided.
GENERAL SAFETY:
Your new range has been designed to be a
safe, reliable appliance when properly used and
maintained. If not properly used, it could be
dangerous. Read ALL the instructions in this Use
and Care Guide carefully before using this range.
WARNING! These precautions will reduce the risk
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of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
Use extreme care when using this restaurant
caliber range as this appliance provides intense
heat and can increase accident potential.
• Safety precautions must be followed when using
any kitchen appliance.
• Insure proper installation and servicing. Follow
the installation instructions provided with this
product. Have the range installed and grounded
by a qualified technician.
• Have the installer show you where the gas supply
shut off valve is located so that you know how and
where to turn off the gas to the range.
• If you smell gas, your installer has not done a proper
job of checking for leaks. If the connections
are not perfectly tight, you can have a small
leak and therefore a smell a faint gas odor.
Finding a gas leak is not a "do-it-yourself"
procedure. Some leaks can only be found with
the burner control in the "ON" position and
a qualified service technician must do this.
• In the event a burner goes out and gas escapes,
open a window or door immediately. DO NOT
attempt to use the range until the gas has had time
to dissipate. Wait at least 5 minutes before using
the range.
• DO NOT repair or replace any part of the appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.
• Children SHOULD NOT be left alone or unattended
in an area where appliances are in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part
of the appliance.
CAUTION! Do not store items of interest to children
above the range or behind it. If children should
climb onto the appliance to reach these items,
they could be seriously injured.
• NEVER use any part of the range for storage.
Flammable materials can catch fire and plastic
items may melt or ignite.
• If the range is near a window, be certain the
curtains do not blow over or near the range burners,
griddle or broiler section; they could catch fire and
cause serious injury.
• DO NOT USE WATER ON GREASE FIRES! Turn
appliance off and smother fire with baking soda or
use a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
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