GE JV694 - Manual (Page 2)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Always turn your hood on before you begin cooking to establish an air flow
in the kitchen. Let the hood run for a few minutes to clean the air after you
turn the range off. This will keep the whole kitchen cleaner.
Controls
The hood is “OFF” when the glass visor is pushed
completely in.
LIGHT–The light will turn “ON” when the glass
visor is pulled out approximately 1/2 inch. BLOWER–The blower will turn “ON” when the
drawer is pulled out approximately 1
1 ⁄
2
inches.
The blower speed is set using the slide control,
located to the right of the drawer.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION –
FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY.
DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
WARNING –
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO
PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:
A. 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.
B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—You may
be burned.
C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
or towels—a violent steam explosion will result.
D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
1.
You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher,
and you already know how to operate it.
2. The fire is small and contained in the area
where it started.
3. The fire department is being called.
4 . You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
* Based on “Kitchen Firesafety Tips” published by NFPA.
WARNING –
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of
fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting.
Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s
guideline and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
WARNING –
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your
hood unless it is specifically recommended in this
guide. All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.