Magic Chef 8341VB Owner's Manual page 3

IMP(IRTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTI()NS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
The following instructions are based on safety recommended in this book. All other servicingshould be
considerations and mustbe strictly fotlowedto eliminatethe referredto a qualifiedinstalleror servicer.
potentialrisksoffire, electric shock,or personalinjury.
WARNING: If the information in this
Besureallpackingmaterialsareremovedfromtheappliance
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or before
operating
it.
explosion may result causing property
Keep area aroundapplianceclearandfreefromcombustible
damage, personal injury or death,
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and
materials.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other
If appliance is installed near a window,properprecautions +
flammable vapors and
IJquJds in
the
should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over
vicinity of this or any other appliance,
burners.
Do not leave any items on the cooktop.The hot air may ignite
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
flammable items and may increase pressure in closed
containers which may causethem to burst.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
Many aerosol-type spray cans are EXPLosIVE when
•
Do not touch any electrical switch; do
exposedto heat and may be highlyflammable. Avoidtheir
not use any phone in your building,
use or storage near an appliance.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier
Many plastics are vulnerableto heat. Keep plasticsaway
from a neighbor's phone. Follow the
frompartsoftheappliancethatmaybecomewarmorhot. Do
not leave plasticitems on the cooktopas they may melt or
gas supplier's instructions,
soften if lefttoo closeto a lightedsurface burner.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
Toeliminatethehazardofreachingoverhotsurfaceburners,
call the fire department.
Cabinetstorageshouldnot be provided directlyabovea unit.
If such storage is provided, itshould be limitedto items.which
are usedinfrequently andwhich are safelystoredin an area
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Installation and service must be
subjected to heat from an appliance.Temperaturesmay be
performed by a qualified installer, service
unsafe for some items, such as volatile liquids, cleaners or
agency or the gas supplier,
aerosol sprays.
Have your appliance installed and properly grounded by a
qualified installer according to the installation instructions. Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid spreading
Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut off the flame. Extinguish flame then turn on hood to remove
valve and how to shut it off in an emergency, smoke and odor.
Always disconnect power to appliance before servicing. Use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher or baking soda
to smother fire or flame. Never use water on a grease fire.
To ensure proper operation and avoid possible injury or
damage to unit do not attempt to adjust, repair, service, or If fire is in a pan on the surface burner, cover pan. Never
replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically attempt to pick up or move a flaming pan.