The built-in ventilation system removes cooking vapors, odors and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop, grill and grill accessories. Regular use of this system will insure a more comfortable and less humid kitchen which is free of heavy cooking odors and fumes that normally create a frequent need for cleaning and redecorating.
Using
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To operate the ventilation system manually, push the three position VENTILATION AND OVEN LIGHT SWITCH located in front of the air grille toward the fan symbol. To turn the fan off, push the switch to the middle position. If the switch is pushed toward the light symbol, the oven light will be turned on. The ventilation system will operate automatically use. when the grill element is in
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Besides using the ventilation system to remove cooking vapors and fumes, it can be used to cool baked pies, cakes or hot pans. To cool an item, set it on the air grille and turn on the fan. The air being pulled over the item will quickly cool it. Be careful not to cover the oven vent or the entire air grille. The fan can be used to remove strong odors from the kitchen as when chopping onions near the fan.
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Cleaning
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Ventilation
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Air Grille: The air grille lifts off easily. Wipe clean or wash in sink with mild household detergents. May be cleaned in dishwasher. NOTE: The oven vent is located under the grille. When using or cleaning the oven, hot and moist air may be noticed in this area. Be careful not to spill anything into this vent. Filter: Turn off ventilation system before removing. The filter is a permanent type and should be cleaned when soiled. Clean in sink with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent or in dishwasher. IMPORTANT: Filter should always be placed at an angle. As you face the front of the range, the top of the filter should rest against the left side of the vent opening and the bottom of the filter should rest against the right side of the ventilation chamber at the bottom. DO NOT OPERA TE SYSTEM WITHOUT FILTER. Ventilation Chamber: This area, which houses the filter, should be cleaned in the event of spills or whenever it becomes coated with a film of grease. May be cleaned with paper towel, damp cloth or sponge and mild household detergent. 9
