Thermador PRG304GH Use And Care Manual page 10

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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To minimize the risk of burns, ignition of flammable
materials and unintentional spillage, position handles of
pots and pans inward so they do not extend over adjacent
work areas, cooking areas, or the edge of the range's
cooktop.
DO NOT use flammable cleaners to clean the range.
Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement when
stirring or turning food.
Remove the optional cutting board or griddle cover
accessory, which is stored on top of the griddle plate,
before operating the griddle or any adjacent burners.
After a spill or boil over, turn off the burner and using
caution due to possible hot surfaces, clean around the
burner and burner ports. After cleaning, check for proper
operation.
GREASE IS FLAMMABLE. Let hot grease cool before
attempting to handle it. Avoid letting grease deposits
collect. Clean after each use.
WARNING:
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or
warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide
poisoning and overheating of the oven.
For proper lighting and performance of the burners, keep
the igniter ports clean. It is necessary to clean the ports
when there is a boil over or when the burner does not light
even though the electronic igniters activate. See cleaning
instructions "Brass Burner Base and Cast Iron Cap" on
page 32.
Clean the range with caution. Avoid steam burns; DO NOT
use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the range while it is hot.
Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot
surface. Follow directions provided by the cleaner
manufacturer.
Be sure all cooktop controls are turned off and the cooktop
is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or
around the cooktop. The chemical that produces the
spraying action could, in the presence of heat, ignite or
cause metal parts to corrode.
When using the oven do not touch the broiler, the interior
surfaces of the oven or the exterior area immediately
surrounding the door. Interior oven surfaces become hot
enough to cause burns. The heat deflector, which deflects
heat away from the cooktop and the trim on the top and
sides of the oven door, will also be hot when the oven is in
use.
Place oven racks in desired position while oven is cool. If a
rack must be moved while the oven is hot, do not let the
potholders contact the broil burner.
Use care when opening the oven door; let hot air or steam
escape before removing or replacing foods.
DO NOT clean, rub, damage, move or remove the door
gasket. It is essential for a good seal during baking. If the
gasket becomes worn or excessively soiled with food
particles, replace gasket to assure a tight seal.
WARNING:
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the range,
never sit, stand, or lean on the oven door.
Service should only be done by authorized technicians.
Technicians must disconnect the power supply before
servicing this unit.
DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.
WARNING:
DO NOT block or obstruct the flow of air
through the ventilation openings. The oven
Flush Island
vent is located at the back of the appliance.
Trim Vent
The vents need to be unobstructed and
open to provide necessary airflow that is
important for proper oven performance.
DO NOT touch oven vent area while the
appliance is on and for several minutes
after the appliance is off. Some parts of the
vent and surrounding areas become hot
enough to cause burns. Allow appliance
sufficient time to cool before touching or
Low Back cleaning vent areas.
Vent
DO NOT position plastic or other heat-
sensitive items on or near the oven vent.
These items could melt or ignite.
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