Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety InstructionsCare and CleaningREAD AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONSwww.GEAppliances.caWARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OFA RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:A. Never leave surface units unattended at highsettings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasyspillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly onlow or medium settings.B.C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Greaseshould not be allowed to accumulate on fanor filter.D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookwareappropriate for the size of the surface element.WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVETHE FOLLOWING:A. Installation work and electrical wiring must bedone by qualified person(s) in accordancewith all applicable codes and standards,including fire-rated construction.B. Sufficient air is needed for propercombustion and exhausting of gases throughthe flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipmentto prevent back drafting. Follow the heatingequipment manufacturer’s guideline andsafety standards such as those published bythe National Fire Protection Association(NFPA), and the American Society forHeating, Refrigeration and Air ConditioningEngineers (ASHRAE), and the local codeauthorities.C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,do not damage electrical wiring and otherhidden utilities.D. Ducted fans must always be vented to theoutdoors.WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.Do not attempt to repair or replace anypart of your hood unless it is specificallyrecommended in this guide. All other servicingshould be referred to a qualified technician.3Always turn hood ON when cooking at highheat or when flambeing food (i.e. CrepesSuzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn BeefFlambé).