Electrolux E36GF76GPS Use and Care Manual - Page 7

Safety 7 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS I M P O R TA N T • Always light each burner prior to placing a utensil on the burner grate. Also, turn the control knob to the "off" position before removing a utensil from the burner grate. • Always clean the appliance cautiously. If using a damp sponge or cloth, wait until the cooktop has cooled sufficiently to prevent steam burns. Also, some cleaners can produce harmful or unpleasant fumes if applied to hot surfaces. • Clean only those parts listed in this manual. • Keep any ventilation filters clean to avoid grease fires. • Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center them so that they are well- balanced. • Always keep the cooktop surface clean and dry. • This cooktop is designed as a cooking appliance. Never use it for warming or heating a room. • Before performing any service, turn off the gas supply by closing the gas shut-off valve and turning off electrical power supply. • Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors with this appliance. This type of appliance is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. • Exercise caution when opening the oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before looking or reaching into the oven. • Position oven racks in desired locations when the oven is cool. (If a rack must be repositioned after the oven is already hot, be certain that potholders are used. • In the event that a burner flame goes out and gas escapes, turn off the gas control and open a window or door. Wait at least 5 minutes before attempting to use the cooktop or oven.