INSTALLATION
Prior to connecting
Check that the voltage on the rating plate cor-
responds to the voltage in your home.
•
Do not remove the microwave inlet protection
plates located on the side of the oven cavity wall.
They prevent grease & food particles from ente-
ring the microwave inlet channels.
•
Place the oven on a stable, even surface that
is strong enough to hold the oven and the food
utensils you put in it. Use care when handling.
•
Position the oven at a distance from other he-
ating sources.
For sufficient ventila
-
tion there must be a space of at
least 30 cm
above the oven. Ensure that
the space underneath, above and around the
oven is empty to allow for proper airflow.
The
microwave oven shall not be
placed in a cabinet.
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Ensure that the appliance is not damaged.
Check that the oven door closes firmly against
the door support. Empty the oven and clean the
interior with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a dama-
ged mains cord or plug, if it is not working pro-
perly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Do not
immerse the mains cord or plug in water. Keep the
cord away from hot surfaces. Electrical shock, fire or
other hazards may result.
•
Do not use extension cord: If the power supply
cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or
serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
This appliance MUST be Earthed or this could
result in the risk of electric shock. It MUST be
connected to a properly installed earthed socket or
fused earthed switched spur. Consult a qualified elec
-
trician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the microwave oven is properly earthed.
AfTer cONNecTINg
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The oven can be operated only if the oven door
is firmly closed.
•
Poor television reception and radio interference
may result if the oven is located close to a TV,
radio or aerial.
•
The earthing of this appliance is compulsory. The
manufacturer will accept no responsibility for in-
jury to persons, animals or damage to objects
arising from the non-observance of this require-
ment.
•
The manufacturers are not liable for any pro-
blems caused by the user’s failure to observe
these instructions.
IMPOrTANT SAfeTY INSTrUc-
TIONS reAD cArefULLY AND
KeeP fOr fUTUre refereNce
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Do not heat, or use flammable materials in or
near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion.
•
Do not use your microwave oven for drying texti-
les, paper, spices, herbs, wood, flowers, fruit or
other combustible materials. This could result in
fire.
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If material inside / outside the
oven should ignite or smoke is
emitted, keep oven door closed
and turn the oven off. Discon-
nect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit bre-
aker panel.
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Do not over-cook food. This could result in fire.
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Do not leave the oven unat-
tended, especially when using
paper, plastic or other combu-
stible materials in the cooking
process. Paper can char or burn
and some plastics can melt if
used when heating foods. Do
not leave the oven unattended
if you are using a lot of fat or
oil since they can overheat and
cause a fire!
•
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This type of oven is specifically desi
-
gned to heat or cook food. It is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use.
•
Do not hang or place heavy items on the door as
this can damage the oven opening and hinges.
The door handle should not be used for hanging
things on.
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The Microwave oven is intended
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