Safety Instructions; Safety Precautions; Read And Save These Instructions - GE Custom Hood Inserts Owner's Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch
C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed
D. This unit must be grounded.
VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO
EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid,
B.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
* Based on "Kitchen Firesafety Tips" published by
NFPA.
READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING
by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer.
power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power
from being switched on accidentally. When
the service disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
control device.
CAUTION
WARNING
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.
burned.
result.
1. You know you have a Class ABC
extinguisher, and you already know how to
operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area
where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an
exit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high
B. Always turn hood ON when cooking at high
C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease
D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the
BEFORE SERVICING. THE UNIT IS EQUIPPED
WITH AN INTEGRAL DISCONNECTING SWITCH
LOCATED INSIDE THE BLOWER HOUSING.
WARNING
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.
heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef
Flambé).
should not be allowed to accumulate on fan
or filter.
appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
WARNING
done by qualified person(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-related construction.
and exhausting of gases through the flue
(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to
prevent back drafting. Follow the heating
equipment manufacturer's guidelines and
safety standards such as those published
by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities. When
applicable, install any makeup (replacement)
air system in accordance with local building
code requirements. Visit GEAppliances.com for
available makeup air solutions.
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
outdoors.
WARNING
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
your hood unless it is specifically recommended
in this manual. All other servicing should be
referred to a qualified technician.
CAUTION