KitchenAid Oven Instructions For Use Manual page 6

heating elements. Children less than 8 years old shall
be kept away, unless continuosly supervised.
•During and after use, do not touch the heating
elements or interior surfaces of the appliance - risk of
burns. Do not allow the appliance to come into
contact with cloths or other flammable materials until
all the components have cooled sufficiently.
•At the end of cooking, exercise caution when opening
the appliance door, letting the hot air or steam exit
gradually before accessing the oven. When the
appliance door is shut, hot air is vented from the
aperture above the control panel. Do not obstruct the
vent apertures.
•Use oven gloves to remove pans and accessories,
taking care not to touch the heating elements.
•Do not place flammable materials in or near the
appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is
inadvertently switched on.
•Do not heat or cook sealed jars or containers in the
appliance. The pressure that builds up inside might
cause the jar to explode, damaging the appliance.
•Do not use containers made of synthetic materials.
•Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Always
remain vigilant when cooking foods rich in fat and oil.
•Never leave the appliance unattended during food
drying.
•If alcoholic beverages are used when cooking foods
(e.g. rum, cognac, wine), remember that alcohol
evaporates at high temperatures. As a result, there is a
risk that vapours released by the alcohol may catch
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