safety instructions _17SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSELF-CLEANING OVEN WARNINGSWARNINGFollow basic precautions when installing and using this range to reduce the riskof fire, electrical shock, injury, or death to persons, including:Do not leave children unattended near the range during a self-cleaning cycle.The outside surfaces of the range get hot enough to burn if touched.Stand away from the range when opening the oven door after a self-cleaningcycle. The oven will be VERY HOT and the escaping hot air and steam cancause burns.Remove all racks and other utensils from the oven before starting a self cleancycle. The oven racks may become damaged, and foreign objects could igniteif left within the oven cavity.Wipe off any excess spillage before using the self-cleaning operation.Remove any broiler pans, all cookware, oven probe, and any aluminum foilbefore using the self-cleaning operation.Never self-clean with the lower drawer or drawer pan placed in the oven.If the self-cleaning operation malfunctions, turn off the oven, disconnect thepower supply, and contact a qualified service technician.Do not use oven cleaners. Commercial oven cleaners or oven liners shouldNEVER be used in or around any part of the oven. Residue from oven cleanerswill damage the inside of the oven during a self-cleaning operation.Nickel oven shelves should be removed from the oven during a self-cleaningcycle. Porcelain-coated oven shelves may be cleaned in the oven during a self-cleaning cycle.Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal.Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.PROPER COOKING OF MEAT ANDPOULTRYMake sure all meat and poultry is cooked thoroughly. Meat should always becooked to an internal temperature of 160 °F (71 °C). Poultry should always becooked to an internal temperature of 180 °F (82 °C). Cooking these foods tothese minimally safe temperatures can help protect you and your family fromfoodbourne illnesses.