Maytag MER5765RAS Use and Care Guide - Page 2

To ensure proper and safe operation: Appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to adjust, repair, service, or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this guide. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified servicer. Always disconnect power to appliance before servicing. ImportantSafety Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance. Always contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand. Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels Read and follow all instructions before using this appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury or damage to the appliance as a result of improper usage of the appliance. Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this guide. To check if device is properly installed, look underneath range with a flashlight to make sure one of the rear leveling legs is properly engaged in the bracket slot. The anti-tip device secures the rear leveling leg to the floor when properly engaged. You should check this anytime the range has been moved. To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage Be sure all packing materials are removed from the appliance before operating it. Keep area around appliance clear and free from combustible materials. Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven. Many plastics are vulnerable to heat. Keep plastics away from parts of the appliance that may become warm or hot. To prevent grease fires, do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the appliance. in Case of Fire Use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher or baking soda to smother fire or flame. Never use water on a grease fire. 1. Turn off appliance to avoid spreading the flame. 2. NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan. 3. Smother fire or flame by closing the oven door.