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Do not place heavy objects on the oven door.
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Always keep oven vents unobstructed.
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Do not wear loose fitting or hanging garments when using the appliance. They could
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ignite or melt if they touch an element or hot surface and you could be burned.
Caution: Hot air can blow from the vent at the top of the range as part of the range's
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cooling system.
Always position shelves in the desired location while the oven is cool (before
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preheating). If a shelf must be removed while the oven is hot, do not let the oven mitts
or potholder contact hot heating elements in the oven or the base of the oven.
Use only bakeware approved for oven use. Follow the bakeware manufacturer's guides.
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Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are
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suitable for range-top service without breaking due to sudden temperature changes.
Ensure flow of combustion and ventilation is unobstructed.
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Do not use the oven for storage.
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Do not cook on a broken cooktop. Should the cooktop break, cleaning solutions
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and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.
Contact a qualified electrician immediately.
Do not place metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids on the cooktop
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surface as they can get hot.
Never leave surface units unattended at a high heat setting. Boilover causes smoking
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and greasy spillover that may ignite.
Utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Do not clean the oven seal or use any oven-cleaning products on it. This is essential for
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a good seal, which ensures that the oven operates efficiently. Care should be taken not
to rub, damage or move the oven seal.
Do not use oven cleaners, harsh/abrasive cleaning agents, waxes, or polishes. No
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commercial oven cleaner, oven liner, or protective coating of any kind should be used in
or around any part of the range.
Do not use harsh/abrasive cleaners, scourers or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven
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door glass since they scratch the surface, which may result in the glass shattering.
Clean only the parts listed in this guide.
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Do not use a steam cleaner to clean any part of the range.
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Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials.
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