Bosch HII8047C - 1.4 Safe use

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WARNING
Malfunctions can cause injuries.
▶ Do not operate this appliance if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an
authorized service provider.
1.4 Safe use
WARNING
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the
Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you have any
questions, contact the manufacturer.
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE
FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING.
▶ SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not
go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
▶ NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be
burned.
▶ DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels – a violent steam explosion will result.
▶ Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
- You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and
you already know how to operate it.
- The fire is small and contained in the area where it
started.
- The fire department is being called.
- You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over
heated surface units, cabinet storage space located above
the surface units should be avoided.
CAUTION
The oven vents are important for air circulation. Covering
the oven vents will cause the oven to overheat. Refer to
the appliance overview for the location of the oven vents.
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▶ Do not obstruct oven vents.
WARNING
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Build-up
of pressure may cause the container to burst and cause
injury.
WARNING
A fire could occur during cooking.
▶ Always have a working smoke detector near the
kitchen.
▶ Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,
drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires.
▶ Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type
extinguisher.
Wear Proper Apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments,
such as ties, scarves, jewelry, or dangling sleeves, should
never be worn while using the appliance.
▶ Tie long hair so that it does not hang loose.
▶ Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning.
WARNING
Storage in or on Appliance - The use of corrosive
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.
▶ Flammable materials, corrosive chemicals, vapors or
non-food products should not be stored or used in an
oven or on or near surface units.
▶ The appliance is specifically designed for use when
heating or cooking food.
WARNING
Using this appliance other than for its intended use can
cause fire or injury to persons.
▶ Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual.
▶ NEVER use your appliances as a space heater for
warming or heating the room. Doing so may result in
overheating the appliance.
▶ Never use the appliance for storage.
WARNING
Avoid reaching or leaning over the appliance.
▶ Be aware that certain clothing and hair sprays may
contain flammable chemicals that could be ignited if
brought in to contact with hot surface units or heating
elements and may cause severe burns.
Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist or damp potholders on
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
▶ Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements.
▶ Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.
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