Safety Information - Cuisinart CPG-700 Owner's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Warnings and Usage
IMPORTANT: ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS SECTION MUST BE
FOLLOWED TO PREVENT DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: Never cover the cooking grates with foil or otherwise, it will restrict airflow and
cause a hopper fire.
WARNING: For outdoor use only. Do not use near or inside a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
WARNING: A MAJOR CAUSE OF FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED
CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT THIS PRODUCT BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Keep all combustible materials at least 60 inches (152.4 cm) away
from the grill at all times. This includes combustible overhangs, and combustible flooring like a
wooden deck.
WARNING: This product is an electrical device utilizing hazardous voltage levels and must
be operated away from water. If water contacts the power cord or sensitive electronics serious
damage to the product or electrocution risk may occur. Do not operate this product in rain or
wet conditions. Do not allow this product to come in contact with water. Set this product up
more than 10' from any large body of water (swimming pool, lake, pond, etc).
WARNING: Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced by burning common
cooking fuels like wood, charcoal, and propane. Follow these guidelines to prevent this
colorless, odorless gas from poisoning you, your family, or others:
• Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning; headache, dizziness, weakness,
nausea, vomiting, sleepiness and confusion. Carbon monoxide reduces the blood's ability
to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in loss of consciousness and death.
• See a doctor if you or others develop cold or flu-like symptoms while cooking or in the
vicinity of this appliance. Carbon monoxide poisoning, which can easily be mistaken for a
cold or flu, is often detected too late.
• Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Carbon monoxide is especially toxic to mother and child during pregnancy, infants, the
elderly, grills and people with blood or circulatory system problems, such as anemia or
heart disease.
DANGER: NOT for use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
DANGER: Do not store or use flammable liquids near the grill.
DANGER: Only use this product with a GFI protected 3 prong outlet.
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