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Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Before cooking food or liquids in your microwave oven, please check
that the following safety precautions are taken.
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Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens;
DO NOT
use any metallic containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver
trimmings, Skewers, forks, etc.
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags.
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and may damage the oven.
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When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven
due to the possibility of ignition;
Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or clothes.
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Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time.
If normal times are allowed they may overheat and burn.
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If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stifle any flames;
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Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when handling the container; To prevent this
situation
ALWAYS
allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been
switched off so that the temperature can equalize.
Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.
In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID instructions:
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Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at least 10 minutes.
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Cover with a clean, dry dressing.
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Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.
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NEVER
fill the container to the top and choose a container that is wider at the
top than at the bottom to prevent the liquid from boiling over. Bottles with
narrow necks may also explode if overheated.
NEVER
heat a babys bottle with the teat on, as the bottle may explode if
overheated.
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The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns;
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Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in
microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has
ended;
Also do not heat airtight or vacuum-sealed bottles, jars, containers, nuts in
shells, tomatoes etc.
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The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed;
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Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation;
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DO NOT
cover the ventilation slots with cloths or paper. They may catch fire
as hot air is evacuated from the oven.
The oven may overheat and automatically switch itself off. It will remain
inoperable until it has cooled sufficiently.
•
ALWAYS
use oven gloves when removing a dish from the oven to avoid
unintentional burn.
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DO NOT
touch heating elements or interior oven walls until the oven be
cooled down.
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Do not immerse the power cable or plug in water and keep the power cable
away from heated surfaces.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug.
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Stand at arms length from the oven when opening the door.
Reason: The hot air or steam released may cause scalding.
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You may notice a Clicking sound during operation(especially when the oven is
defrosting).
Reason: This sound is normal when the electrical power output is changing.
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DO NOT
operate the microwave oven when it is empty. The power will be cut
off automatically for safety. You can operate normally after letting it stand for
over 30 minutes.
It is best to leave a glass of water inside the oven at all times.The water will
absorb the microwaves energy if the oven accidently started.
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The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet.
IMPORTANT
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Young children should
NEVER
be allowed to use or play with the microwave
oven. Nor should they be left unattended near the microwave oven when it is
in use. Items of interest to children should not be stored or hidden just above
the oven.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements inside the oven.
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DO NOT
use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the
oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in
shattering of the glass.(If provided)
WARNING:
If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been
repaired by a competent person.
WARNING:
It is hazardous for anyone other than a comperent person to carry out any service or
repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against
exposure to microwave energy.
WARNING:
Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable
to explode.
WARNING:
Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions
have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper use.
WARNING:
When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the
oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
WARNING:
Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept
away.
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For safety reasons do not clean the appliance with a steam jet or high
pressure cleaner.
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