Caution, Warning – GE JV536HSS User Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the

manufacturer.

B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off

at service panel and lock the service disconnecting

means to prevent power from

being switched on accidentally. When the service

disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten

a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the

service panel.

C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control

device.

D. This unit must be grounded.

CAUTION –

FOR GENERAL VENTILATING

USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR

EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP

GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet

or metal tray, then turn off the burner.

BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not

go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE

DEPARTMENT.

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you already know how to operate it.

2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it

started.

3. The fire department is being called.

* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety” published by NFPA.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:
A. Never leave surface units unattended at high settings.

Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that

may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings.

B. Always turn hood ON when cooking on high heat or

when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries

Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).

C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be

allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.

D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate

for the size of the surface element.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done

by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable

codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and

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burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow

the heating equipment manufacturer’s guideline

and safety standards such as those published by

the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the

American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air

Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code

authorities. When applicable, install any makeup

(replacement) air system in accordance with local

building code requirements. Visit GEAppliances.com for

available makeup air solutions.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not

damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE AND TO PROPERLY EXHAUST AIR, BE SURE TO DUCT
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WITHIN WALLS OR CEILINGS OR INTO ATTICS, CRAWL

SPACES OR GARAGES.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your

hood unless it is specifically recommended in this guide.

All other servicing should be referred

to a qualified technician.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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