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W H A T
TO D O
IMPORTANT NOTE: Read all
instructions before using this
appliance.
Read this Use & Care Information
carefully before using your new gas
range to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.
Ensure proper installation and ser-
vicing. This appliance must be
properly installed and grounded by
a qualified technician.
Have installer show you where the
gas supply shut-off valve is located
in your home. Learn how and where
to turn off the gas to the range.
Before performing any service, turn
off the gas supply by closing the gas
shut-off valve and unplug the range
electrical power cord from the wall
receptacle.
Keep igniters clean and dry for
proper lighting and performance for
the burners.
In the event that a burner goes out
and gas escapes, open a window or
a door. Wait at least five minutes
before using the range.
Keep appliance area clear and free
from combustible material.
S A F E T Y
I N S T R U C T I O N S A N D P R E C A U T I O N S
Wear proper apparel. Never let loose
clothing or other flammable materi-
als come in contact with the burners
while in operation. Fabric may ignite
and cause personal injury.
When deep fat frying, be certain that
the pan is large enough to accom-
modate the desired volume of food
without overflow caused by bubbling
of the fat. Never leave a deep fat
fryer unattended. Avoid deep fat
frying of moist or frost-covered
foods, as foods with high water
content may cause spattering or
spilling of the hot fat. Heat fat
slowly, and stir together any combi-
nations of oils and fats prior to
applying heat. Utilize a deep fat
frying thermometer to avoid heating
the fat to temperatures above the
flash point.
Always use dry pot holders when
removing pans from the range. Wet
or damp pot holders can cause
steam burns. Do not use a towel or
bulky cloth in place of pot holders.
Choose pans with easily grasped
handles that will stay cool while
cooking. Refer to Cookware Selec-
tion on page 25.
When cooking, set burner controls
so that the flame heats only the
bottom of the pan and does not
extend beyond the bottom of the pan.
Always turn panhandles inward so
they do not extend over adjacent
work areas, burners or the edge of
the range.
