Maytag 700 - Manual (Page 4)

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Utensil Safety
• Follow the manufacturer’s directions when using oven
cooking bags.
• This appliance has been tested for safe performance
using conventional cookware. Do not use any devices
or accessories that are not specifically recommended
in this guide. Do not use add-on oven convection
systems. The use of devices or accessories that are not
expressly recommended in this guide can create
serious safety hazards, result in performance problems,
and reduce the life of the components of the appli-
ance.
• If pan is smaller than element, a portion of the element
will be exposed to direct contact and could ignite
clothing or potholder.
• Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic,
earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for
cooktop or oven service without breaking due to the
sudden change in temperature. Follow utensil
manufacturer’s instructions when using glass.
• Turn pan handle toward center of cooktop, not out into
the room or over another surface element. This re-
duces the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materi-
als, or spillage if pan is accidently bumped or reached
by small children.
Cooktop
• NEVER leave surface units unattended especially
when using high heat. An unattended boilover could
cause smoking and a greasy spillover can cause a fire.
• This appliance is equipped with different size surface
elements. Select pans with flat bottoms large enough
to cover element. Fitting pan size to element will
improve cooking efficiency.
• GLASS-CERAMIC SURFACE: NEVER cook on
broken cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning
solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a
qualified technician immediately.
Deep Fat Fryers
Use extreme caution when moving the grease pan or
disposing of hot grease. Allow grease to cool before
attempting to move pan.
Ventilating Hoods
• Clean range hood and filters frequently to prevent
grease or other flammable materials from accumu-
lating on hood or filter and to avoid grease fires.
• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
Cleaning Safety
• Clean cooktop with caution. Turn off all controls and
wait for appliance parts to cool before touching or
cleaning. Clean with caution. Use care to avoid steam
burns if a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on
a hot surface. Some cleaners can produce noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.
• Clean only parts listed in this guide.
Self-Clean Oven
CAUTION
Do not leave racks, broiling pan, food or cooking
utensils, etc. in the oven during the self-clean cycle.
• Do not clean door gasket. The door gasket is essential
for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub,
damage, or move the gasket.
• Do not use oven cleaners or oven liners of any kind in
or around any part of the self-clean oven.
• Before self-cleaning the oven, remove broiler pan,
oven racks and other utensils, and wipe off excessive
spillovers to prevent excessive smoke or flare ups.
Safety