Viking F131D - Manual (Page 3)

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• Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may
result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot surface areas. Do
not use a towel or other bulky cloth.
• Keep area clean and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable liquids. Never use your oven as a storage space. Combustible
items (paper, plastic, etc.) may ignite and metallic items may become hot and
cause burns.
• The oven vent is located at the front of the oven and vents into the room.
Oven vents must remain clear and unobstructed.
• Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before
removing or replacing food. Hot air or steam can cause burns to hands, face
and/or eyes.
• Do not attempt to operate the appliance during power failure.
• Do not heat unopened food containers; buildup of pressure may cause the
container to explode and result in injury.
• Never sit, step, stand, or lean on any part of the oven, or injury may result.
• Storage cabinet area above the unit must be 36” (91.4 cm) and cannot
project more than 13” (33.0 cm) outward from the rear wall. Beware of
potential hazards associated with retrieving items from such cabinets when
the unit is in operation.
•Once the unit is installed as outlined in the Installation Instructions, it is
important that the fresh air supply is not obstructed. Ensure that the kitchen is
well-ventilated. Keep natural venting holes open or install a mechanical
ventilation device. Prolonged or intensive use of the appliance may call for
additional (such as opening a window) or more effective ventilation (such as
increasing the level of a mechanical ventilation if present).
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• Your unit should be installed by a qualified technician.The appliance must be
installed and electrically grounded according to local codes. Have this
technician show the the location of the gas shut-off valve on the oven so you
know where and how to turn off the gas if necessary.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless
specifically recommended in this manual. All servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician. A qualified technician is required for any adjustments or
conversions to Nat. or LP gas. Warranty service must be performed by an
authorized service agency.
• The “push-to-turn” knob of this oven are designed to be child-safe.
However, children should not be left alone in the kitchen while the oven is in
use. Do not store items of interest to children over the unit.
CAUTION: Children climbing to reach items could be seriously injured.
• GREASE is flammable and should be handled carefully. Do not use water on
grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan by covering
utensil completely with well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming
grease outside of utensil can be extinguished with baking soda or, if
available, a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher. Do not
allow grease to accumulate around the oven or in vents.
• Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be
worn while using the appliance. Do not drape towels or any materials on
oven door handles. These items could ignite and you could get burned.
Important Safety Instructions
Before You Use Your New Oven
All gas ovens are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible
signs of dirt, oil, and grease which may have remained from the manufacturing
process. Before starting to cook, clean the oven thoroughly with hot soapy water.
To avoid sickness and food waste, do not allow defrosted food to remain in the
oven for more than two hours.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using
the oven, follow basic precautions, including the following:
NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire
rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the
oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also
trap heat, causing a fire hazard. This based on safety considerations.
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