J1l IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead all instructions before using this appliance.IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEc The California Safe Drinking Waterand Toxic Enforcement Act requires theGovernor of California to publish a list ofsubstances known to the state to cause birthdefects or other reproductive harm, and requiresbusinesses to warn customers of potentialexposure to such substances.l The fiberglass insulation in self-clean ovensgives off a very small amount of carbonmonoxide during the cleaning cycle. Exposurecan be minimized by venting with an openwindow or using a ventilation fan or hood.* Fluorescent light bulbs contain mercury.If your model has a surface light, you mustrecycle the fluorescent light bulb accordingto local, state and federal codes.When using electrical appliances, basic safetyprecautions should be followed, includingthe following:Q Use this appliance only for its intended useas described in this guide.l Be sure your appliance is properly installedand grounded by a qualified technician inaccordance with the provided installationinstructions.c Do not attempt to repair or replace anypart of your range unless it is specificallyrecommended in this guide. All other servicingshould be referred to a qualified technician.l Before performing any service, DISCONNECTTHE RANGE POWER SUPPLY AT THEHOUSEHOLD DISTRIBUTION PANEL BYREMOVING THE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFFTHE CIRCUIT BREAKER.Q Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garmentswhile using the appliance. Be careful whenreaching for items stored in cabinets over therange. Flammable material could be ignited ifbrought in contact with hot surface units orheating elements and may cause severe bums.AWARNING—All ranges can tip and injury couldresult. To prevent accidental tippingof the range, attach it to the wall and blsP,.4I Ifloor by installing the Anti-Tip device *supplied.To check if the device is installed andengaged properly, remove the kick ~,.4panel or ;torage drawer and inspect the rearleveling leg. Make sure it fits securely into the s[ot.If you pull the range out from the wall for anyreason, make su~e the device is properly engagedwhen you push the range back against the wall.If it is not, there is a possible risk of the rangetipping over and causing injury if you or a childstand, sit or lean on an open door.Please refer to the Anti-Tip device informationin this guide. Failure to take this precaution couldresult in tipping of the range and injury.l Do not leave children alone-children shouldnot be left alone or unattended in an area where anappliance is in use. They should never be allowedto sit or stand on any part of the appliance.Q Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hangon the door, kick panel or storage drawer orcooktop. They could damage the range and eventip it over, causing severe personal injury.l CAUTION: ITEMS OF INTEREST TOCHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE STORED INCABINETS ABOVE A RANGE OR ON THEBACKSPLASH OF A RANGE-CHILDRENCLIMBING ON THE RANGE TO REACHITEMS COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.Q Do not store flammable materials in an oven ornear the cooktop.l Use only dry pot holders—moist ordamp pot holders on hot surfaces mayresult in bums from steam. Do not letpot holders touch hot surface units or heatingelements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.c DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLEMATERIALS, GASOLINE OR OTHERFLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS INTHE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHERAPPLIANCE.4—