4 49-2000707 Rev. 8SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USINGREAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSHow to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging TapeCarefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping filmwith your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliancesurface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the film.Remove all of the film before using the appliance for thefirst time.To assure no damage is done to the finish of theproduct, the safest way to remove the adhesive frompackaging tape on new appliances is an application ofa household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with asoft cloth and allow to soak.NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts.WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:A. Installation work and electrical wiring must bedone by qualified person(s) in accordance withall applicable codes and standards, includingfire-rated construction.B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion andexhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) offuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting.Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’sguidelines and safety standards such as thosepublished by the National Fire ProtectionAssociation (NFPA), the American Society forHeating, Refrigeration and Air ConditioningEngineers (ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.When applicable, install any makeup (replacement)air system in accordance with local building coderequirements. Visit geappliances.com for availablemakeup air solutions.C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do notdamage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.E. Turn off breaker to adjacent rooms while working.WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of yourhood unless it is specifically recommended in thismanual. All other servicing should be referred to aqualified technician.PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR APPLIANCEDispose of or recycle your appliance in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. Contact your localauthorities for the environmentally safe disposal or recycling of your appliance.