Important Safety Instructions - Awoco RH-IT-R Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR PERSONAL INJURY, PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN
THE RANGE HOOD:
• Always disconnect, lock and tag the power
source before installing or servicing the range
hood. Failure to do so may result in fire, shock
or serious injury.
• Installation and eletrical wiring must be done
by qualified technician(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated construction.
• When cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings,
please be careful not to damage any eletrical
wirings and other hidden utilities.
• Verify and ensure the rated voltage and
frequency of the range hood is in compliance
with the nearby power source.
• Always unplug the range hood from the
power source before cleaning it.
• Use the range hood only as directed in this
manual. Do not use it to vent hazardous or
explosive materials or vapors.
• Clean the baffle filters regularly to prevent
it become blocked or clogged. Good air flow
is essential for the range hood to work
propoerly.
• Do not install, repair or replace any parts of
the range hood unless you are instructed to
do so by the manufacturer.
• Do not tamper with or modify the PCB.
• This range hood model requires a duct to
vent the air outside. Do not vent the air into
spaces within walls, ceiliings, attics, crawl
spaces or garages.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE:
• Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.
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• Always turn the hood ON when cooking at
high heat or when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef
Flambé).
• Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on the
fan or filter.
• Use proper pan sizes. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
• SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting
lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn
off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
• NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may
be burned.
• DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish
cloths or towels - a violent steam explosion
may result.
• Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if:
• You have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you
already know how to operate it.
• The fire is small and contained in the area
where it started.
• The fire department is being called.
• You can fight the fire with your back to an
exit.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY IN
THE EVENT OF A GAS LEAK:
• Extinguish any open flame.
• DO NOT turn on the lights or any type of
appliance.
• Open all doors and windows to disperse
the gas. If you still smell the gas, call the
gas company, fire department, or 911
immediately.