Tappan TGF645WFW3 Owner's Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
Thissymbolwill helpalertyoutosituationsthat _ This symbol will help alert you to situations
may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage, that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
• Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the
range. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after
unpacking the range. Never allow children to play with
packaging material.
• Proper Installation--Besure yourappliance is properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in
accordance with the National Gas Code ANSI Z223.1--
latest edition, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/
CGA B149.2, and the National Electrical Code ANSI/
N FPA No. 70--latest edition, or in Canada CSA Standard
C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and local code
requirements. Install only per installation instructions
provided in the literature package for this range.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an
authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the
electrical power to the range at the circuit breaker or fuse box
in case of an emergency.
Cold temperatures can damage the electronic
control. When using the appliance for the firsttime, or when the
appliance has not been used for an extended period of time,
be certain the unit has been in temperatures above 32°F for at
least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance.
• User Servicing--Do not repairor replace any partofthe
appliance unless specifically recommended in the
manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a
qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal injury and
damage to the range.
oAII ranges
can tip.
i njury to
personcould
result.
Install anti-
tip device
packed with
range.
oS e e
installation
instructions.
To reduce
the risk of tipping of the
range, the range must be
secured by properly installed
anti-tip bracket(s) provided
with the range. To check if
the bracket(s)is installed
properly, remove the lower
panel or storage drawer and
verify that the anti-tip
bracket(s) is engaged. Refer
to the installation instructions
for proper anti-tip bracket(s)
installation.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a range by
removing leveling legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip
brackets/screws, or any other part of the product.
Stepping, leaning or sitting on the doors
or drawers of this range can result in serious injuries and
may also cause damage to the range. Do not allow child ten
to climb or play around the range. The weight of a child on an
open door maycausethe rangetotip, resulting in serious burns
or other injury.
Do not use the oven for storage.
• Storage in or on Appliance--Flammable materials
should not be stored in an oven, near surface burners or
in the storage drawer (if equipped). This includes paper,
plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and
towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives,
such as aerosol cans on or near the range. Flammable materials
may explode and result in fire or property damage.
Do not store items of interest to children
in the cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a
range. Children climbing on the range to reach items could be
seriously injured.
Do not leave children alone. Children should not be left
alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is
in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any
part of the appliance.
DO NOTTOUCH SURFACEBURNERS, A REAS NEARTHESE
BURNERS, OVEN BURNER OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF
THE OVEN. Areas near surface burners may become hot
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,
or let clothing or other flammable materialstouch these areas
until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas
are the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, the oven vent
openings and surfaces near these openings, oven door and
window.
Wear Proper Apparel--Loose-fitting or hanging
garments should never be worn while using the
appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials
contact hot surfaces.