Miele H4881BP, Operating And Installation Instructions

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Oven use
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WARNING: Ovens produce high
internal temperatures that can cause
burns.
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Prevent children from touching the
appliance when in use.
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Use heat-resistant potholders when
placing items in the oven, turning them,
or removing them from the oven. The
upper heating element and oven racks
can become very hot and cause burns.
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To prevent burns, always place
oven racks in their desired height while
the oven is cool.
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Open the door carefully to allow hot
air or steam to escape before placing
or removing food.
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To prevent burns, allow the heating
element to cool before cleaning by
hand.
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During the self cleaning function the
oven will become very warm. Prevent
children form coming in contact with
the oven.
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Remove all accessories from the
oven before starting the self cleaning
function. The high temperatures
needed for this program will damage
the accessories.
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The door gasket is essential for a
good seal. Care should be taken not to
rub, damage or move the gasket. The
door gasket should only be cleaned
with a solution of warm water and soap.
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Only clean parts listed in this
manual.
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Caution: Heating elements may be
hot even if they are not glowing. During
and after use, do not let clothing or
other flammable materials come in
contact with heating elements or interior
surfaces of the oven until they have had
sufficient time to cool. External parts of
the oven such as the door glass, vents,
and the control panel can become hot.
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Do not block any vent
openings.
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Aluminum foil should not be used to
line the oven floor. To avoid damage,
do not place pots, pans or baking
sheets directly on the oven floor.
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Do not let metal objects (aluminum
foil, pans) or the meat probe come in
contact with the heating element.
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Do not slide pots or pans on the
oven floor. This could scratch and
damage the surface.
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Do not lean, sit, or place heavy
items on the open oven door.
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Only use the Miele roast probe
supplied with the oven. Contact Miele if
you need to purchase a new probe.
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To prevent damage, remove the
roast probe from the oven when it is not
being used.
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Do not heat unopened containers of
food in the oven, pressure may build up
and cause them to explode.
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Never add water to food on a hot
tray or pan or directly onto food in a hot
oven. The steam created could cause
serious burns or scalds.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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