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A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS
Thank you for selecting this DCS Downdraft Vent System. Because of its unique features, we have
developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information on how to properly operate and
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aintain your new Downdraft Vent System for years of safe and enjoyable service.
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o help serve you better, please fill out and return the Ownership Registration Card and keep this
guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your Downdraft Vent System.
For your convenience, product questions can be answered by a DCS Customer Care Representative
by phone: 1-888-281-5698, email: support@dcsappliances.com
or by mail:
Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Inc.
Attention: DCS Customer Care
5900 Skylab Road
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 www.dcsappliances.com
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOK TOP GREASE FIRE:
Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium setting. Always turn the Downdraft “ON” when cooking at high
heat or when cooking flaming foods. Clean ventilating fans frequently.
Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter. Use proper
pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface
element.
WARNING
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O REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A
COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: SMOTHER FLAMES
with a close-fitting lid, c
ook
ie 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. NEVER PICK
UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned. DO NOT USE WATER, including
wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam explosion will result. Use an
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xtinguisher ONLY if:
1. You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know
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2. The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.
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The fire department is being called.
4. You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
NOTE: Please write the Model and Serial Number on this page for references (can be found on
right side of the blower motor box).
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER