4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICSHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THEFOLLOWING:■ Use this unit only in the manner intended by themanufacturer. If you have questions, contact themanufacturer.■ Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off atservice panel and lock the service disconnecting means toprevent power from being switched on accidentally. Whenthe service disconnecting means cannot be locked,securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,to the service panel.■ Installation work and electrical wiring must be done byqualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codesand standards, including fire-rated construction.■ Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion andexhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuelburning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow theheating equipment manufacturer's guideline and safetystandards such as those published by the National FireProtection Association (NFPA), the American Society forHeating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.■ When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling; do not damageelectrical wiring and other utilities.■ Ducted fans must always be vented outdoors.CAUTION: For general ventilating use only. Do not useto exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.CAUTION: To reduce risk of fire and to properly exhaustair, be sure to duct air outside - do not vent exhaust air intospaces within walls or ceilings, attics or into crawl spaces,or garages.WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLYMETAL DUCTWORK.WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A RANGE TOPGREASE FIRE:■ Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that mayignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.■ Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or whenflambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,Peppercorn Beef Flambé).■ Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not beallowed to accumulate on fan or filter.■ Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate forthe size of the surface element.WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TOPERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASEFIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: a■ SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, ormetal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TOPREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go outimmediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIREDEPARTMENT.■ NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may be burned.■ DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels -a violent steam explosion will result.■ Use an extinguisher ONLY if:– You know you have a class ABC extinguisher, and youalready know how to operate it.– The fire is small and contained in the area where itstarted.– The fire department is being called.– You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.a Based on "Kitchen Fire Safety Tips" published by NFPA.■ WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,do not use this fan with any solid-state speed controldevice.