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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Always use potholders when removing items from the
oven. The cooking container and the glass tray can be
hot even if the oven is cool.
Child Safety
When children become old enough to use the appliance,
it is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal
guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe
practices by qualified persons.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on
any part of an appliance, especially a door, warming
drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage the
appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially causing
severe injury.
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely
supervised by an adult. Children and pets should not be
left alone or unattended in the area where the appliance
is in use. They should never be allowed to play in its
vicinity, whether or not the appliance is in use.
CAUTION
Items of interest to children should not be stored in an
appliance, in cabinets above an appliance or on the
backsplash. Children climbing on an appliance to reach
items could be seriously injured.
Cleaning Safety
When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come
together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
See door surface cleaning instructions in chapter
“Cleaning and Maintenance”.
Clean turntable roller rest and oven floor frequently to
prevent excessive noise.
Allow the ceramic tray to cool before cleaning or placing
in water.
CAUTION
Grease left on filters can remelt and move into the vent.
Cookware Safety
See also
Microwave Utensil Guide
. Cooking utensils, the
glass tray and racks get hot during microwaving. Always
use potholders when removing items from the oven.
Allow to cool the glass tray and the metal racks (if used)
before handling.
Do not use metal utensils, or dishes with metallic trim in
the oven.
When using aluminum foil in the oven, allow at least 1”
(25,4 mm) of space between foil and interior oven walls
or door.
The glass tray and the metal racks (if used) will get hot
during cooking. The cooking container and the glass tray
can be hot even if the oven is cool.
Never use paper, plastic, or other combustible materials
that are not intended for cooking.
When cooking with paper, plastic, or other combustible
materials, follow manufacturer’s recommendations on
product use.
Do not use paper towels which contain nylon or synthetic
fibers. Heated synthetics could melt and cause paper to
ignite
Follow the manufacturer’s directions when using cooking
or roasting bags.
Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea could be
overheated. They can be heated beyond the boiling point
without appearing to boil. For example, 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
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the
risk of injury to persons:
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Do not overheat the liquid.
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Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating.
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Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
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Do not use straight sided containers with narrow
necks.
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After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to
explode and should not be heated in this oven.
Do not operate the oven without the turntable roller rest
and the metal tray turntable in place.
Do not operate the oven without the metal tray turntable
in place. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could
result. Verify that the metal tray turntable is properly
positioned and turning when the oven is in use.
Only use the metal tray turntable designed for this oven.
Do not substitute any other tray.
Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most
cooking thermometers contain mercury and may cause
electrical arc, malfunction, or damage to the oven.
Cooking Safety
When flaming foods under the microwave, always turn
the fan on.
Do not heat sealed containers or plastic bags in oven.
Food or liquid could expand quickly and cause container
or bag to break. Pierce or open container or bag before
cooking.
Do not leave oven unattended while in use.
Eggs:
Do not cook or reheat whole eggs, with or without
shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to
explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury.
Reheating sliced hard-boiled eggs and cooking
scrambled eggs is safe.
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