Thermador PCG366W Instruction manual - Page 9

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Avoid using high flame setting with a pan larger than the grate or with one that spans more than one burner, such as a griddle, for prolonged periods of time. This can result in poor combustion that generates harmful by-products. DO NOT use pots or pans on the griddle/grill plate accessory (purchased separately). Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc., should never be used on the griddle/grill plate accessory. DO NOT use flammable cleaners to clean the appliance. Remove the optional cutting board or griddle/grill cover accessory, which is stored on top of the griddle/grill plate, before operating the griddle/grill or any adjacent burners. GREASE IS FLAMMABLE. Let hot grease cool before attempting to handle it. Avoid letting grease deposits collect. Clean after each use. For proper lighting and performance of the burners, keep the igniter ports clean. It is necessary to clean the ports when there is a boil over or when the burner does not light even though the electronic igniters activate. Clean the appliance with caution. Avoid steam burns; DO NOT use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the appliance while it is hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. Follow directions provided by the cleaner manufacturer. WARNING After a spill or boil over, turn off the burner and using caution due to possible hot surfaces, clean around the burner and burner ports. After cleaning, check for proper operation. Be sure all controls are turned off and the appliance is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the appliance. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of heat, ignite or cause metal parts to corrode. WARNING DO NOT block or obstruct the flow of air through the ventilation openings. The vent is located at the back of the appliance. The vent needs to be unobstructed and open to provide necessary airflow that is important for proper performance. DO NOT touch vent area while the appliance is on and for several minutes after the appliance is off. Some parts of the vent and surrounding areas become hot enough to cause burns. Allow appliance sufficient time to cool before touching or cleaning vent areas. DO NOT position plastic or other heat-sensitive items on or near the vent. These items could melt or ignite. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air. Service should only be done by authorized technicians. Technicians must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit. DO NOT use the grill plate accessory for cooking excessively fatty meats or products which promote flareups. When cooking fatty or oily foods on burners, the grill, or the griddle, adjacent gas burners can ignite airborne fumes. Use caution to avoid burns. To avoid a fire hazard, grease accumulation must be prevented by frequently cleaning the appliance. In case of fire or when intentionally "flaming" liquor or other spirits on the rangetop, follow manufacturer's instructions. Use caution when cooking foods with high alcohol content (e.g. rum, brandy, bourbon). Alcohol evaporates at high temperatures. There is a risk of burning as the alcohol vapors may catch fire. Use only small quantities of alcohol in foods. DO NOT store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables, or nonfood products in or near this appliance. It is specifically designed for use when heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals while heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in injury. Page. 9