6SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONSn Clean the cooktop with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the cooktopwhile it is hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Follow directions provided bythe cleaner manufacturer.n Be sure all the cooktop controls are turned off and the appliance is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaneron or around the appliance. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of heat,ignite or cause metal parts to corrode.n Clean the ventilator hood and filters above the cooktop frequently so grease from cooking vapors does notaccumulate on them.n Turn the ventilator OFF in case of fire or when intentionally “flaming” liquor or other spirits on the cooktop. Theblower, if in operation, could unsafely spread the flames.n DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air to the appliance. Be sure a fresh air supply isavailable.n For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the appliance never sit, stand, or lean on the cooking surface.n Service should only be done by authorized technicians. Technicians must disconnect the power supply beforeservicing this appliance.WARNING:California Proposition 65 - The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products which are known by theState of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to warn customers ofpotential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate this unitaccording to the instructions contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation to the room when cooking withgas.RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOOK-UP TO GAS SUPPLY:A manual valve must be installed external to the appliance, in an accessible location from the front for thepurpose of shutting off the gas supply. The supply line must not protrude beyond the back of the unit. Makesure the gas supply is turned off at the wall valve before connecting the appliance.The gas supply connections should be made by a qualified technician and in accordance with local codes orordinances. In the absence of a local code, the installation must conform to the latest edition of National FuelGas Code ANSI Z223.1.NOTE:This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth ofMassachusetts.NOTE:(mandatory for the State of Massachusetts)Alternate method of supplying gas must be installedinto the unit.Installer supplied shut-off valvemust be easily accessible insidecabinetry.Gas Supply