Thermador PRD606WEG Instructions for Use - Page 12

9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Never leave the appliance unattended when using high flame settings. Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Also, if the burner flames and igniter are smothered with spillage, unburned gas will escape into the room. See page 6 regarding gas leaks. Only certain types of glass, heatproof glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed cookware are suitable for cooking on the burners. This type of cookware may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only on low or medium heat settings according to the utensil manufacturer's directions. DO NOT heat or warm unopened food containers. Buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst and cause injury. WARNING During cooking, set the burner control so that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and does not extend beyond the bottom of the pan. This instruction is based on safety considerations. Use caution to ensure that drafts like those from forced air vents or fans do not blow flammable material toward the flames or push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of the pot. Always use pots and pans that have flat bottoms large enough to cover the burner. The use of undersized pots and pans could expose a portion of the flame and may result in ignition of clothing. 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. 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 use pots or pans on the grill plate accessory (purchased separately). Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc., should never be used on the accessory. DO NOT use flammable cleaners to clean the appliance. Remove the optional cutting board or griddle cover accessory, which is stored on top of the griddle plate, before operating the griddle 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. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air. DO NOT use the grill plate accessory for cooking excessively fatty meats or products which promote flareups. Page. 10