IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.A WARNING!Foryoursafetg the informationin this manualmustbe followedto minimizethe riskof fire orexplosion,electricshock,or to preventpropertydamage,personalinjury,or lossof life.SAFETYPRECAUTIONSWhenusingelectricalappliances,basicsafetyprecautionsshouldbe followed, includingthe following:• Use this appliance only for its intended useas described in th'xsmanual.• Do not attempt to repair or replace anypart of your cooktop unless it is specificallyrecommended in this manual. All otherservicing should be referred to a qualifiedtechnician.• Be sure your appliance is properly installedand grounded by a qualified technician inaccordance with the provided InstallationInstructions.• Before performing any service,DISCONNECT THE COOKTOP POWERSUPPLY AT THE HOUSEHOLDDISTRIBUTION PANEL BY REMOVINGTHE FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF THECIRCUIT BREAKER.• Do not leave children alone-childrenshould not be left alone or unattended inan area where an appliance is in use. Theyshould never be allowed to sit or stand onany part of the appliance.• Do not allow anyone to climb, stand orhang on the cooktop.• CAUTION:Itemsofinteresttochildren should not be stored in cabinetsabove a cooktop-children climbing onthe cooktop to reach items could beseriously injured.• Never wear loose-fitting or hanginggarments while using the appliance. Becareful when reaching for items stored incabinets over the cooktop. Flammablematerial could be ignited if brought incontact with hot surface units and maycause severe burns.m Always keep dish towels, dish doths, potholders and other linens a safe distancefrom your cooktop.m Always keep wooden and plastic utensilsand canned food a safe distance away fromyour cooktop.2