Product Safety Devices - Maytag AKS3040 Series Service Manual

Safety Information

Product Safety Devices

Safety devices and features have been engineered into the product to protect consumer and servicer. Safety devices
must never be removed, bypassed, or altered in such a manner as to defeat the purpose for which they were intended.
Listed below are various safety devices together with the reason each device is incorporated in the gas ranges.
Pressure Regulator
Gas Burner Orifices
Grounded Cooktop Frame
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Maintains proper and steady gas pressure for operation of oven controls. Regulator
must be set for the type of gas being used Natural or LP. After servicing regulator,
make certain it is set properly before completing service.
Universal orifices are used on most valves. They must be adjusted or set for the type
of gas being used Natural or LP.
After servicing a valve or orifice verify it is adjusted properly before completing service.
Ground prong on power cord is connected to the frame, usually a green lead fastened
by a screw. In addition, any part or component capable of conducting an electric
current is grounded by its mounting.
If any ground wire, screw, strap, nut, etc. is removed for service, or any reason, it
must be reconnected to its original position with original fastener before the appliance
is put into operation again.
Failure to do so can create a possible shock hazard.
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