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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a)
Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure
to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b)
Do not place any object between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
(c)
Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door close properly and that there
is no damage to the:
(1)
Door (bent),
(2)
Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3)
Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d)
The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or
vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
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As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
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Do not operate the microwave oven if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
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The microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Call an authorized service company for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
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See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Microwave
Oven Care” section.
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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
– Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the microwave
oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials
are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
– Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
placing bags in oven.
– If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed,
turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
– Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.
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Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be
boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
– Do not overheat the liquid.
– Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
– Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
– After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
– Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil
into the container.
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Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be
inserted in the microwave oven as they may create a fire or
risk of electric shock.
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Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off
the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric
shock.
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Suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking
equipment.
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Intended to be used above ranges with maximum width of
36" (91.44 cm).
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Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.
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Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in
the “PAN BROWN” mode (on models with this feature).
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Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
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Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
when the microwave oven is in operation.
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When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
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Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
damage the filter.
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Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave
oven.
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Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do not use the
microwave oven near water - for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
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Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
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Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
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Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
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Do not mount over a sink.
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Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal
foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
