Hotpoint RGB508PEFCT Use and Care Manual - Page 4

SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) Ŷ Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They provide the air inlets and outlets that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range under the broil drawer, lower oven drawer or kick panel. Ŷ Use only dry pot holders-moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface burners, burner grate, or oven heating element. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Ŷ Do not touch the heating elements or the interior surface of the oven. These surfaces may be hot enough to burn even though they are dark in color. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact any interior area of the oven; allow sufficient time for cooling first. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns. Potentially hot surfaces include the burners, grates, oven vent opening, surfaces near the opening and crevices around the oven door. Ŷ Do not heat unopened food containers. Pressure could build up and the container could burst, causing an injury. Ŷ Cook meat and poultry thoroughly-meat to at least an internal temperature of 160°F and poultry to at least an internal temperature of 180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against foodborne illness. Ŷ Do not use any type of foil or liner to cover the oven bottom, drip pans or anywhere in the oven, except as described in this manual. Oven liners can trap heat or melt, resulting in damage to the product and risk of shock, smoke or fire. WARNING KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE OVEN Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury. Ŷ Do not store or use flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop, including paper, plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings, curtains, drapes and gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids. Ŷ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. Avoid storing commonly used items in cabinets above the range and be careful when reaching over the range. Clothing in close proximity to burners or hot surfaces may ignite causing severe burns. Ŷ Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the range. Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite. Ŷ Clean ventilating hoods frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 49-85209-6