SEVERIN MW 7865, Instructions For Use Manual

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Safety instructions
Important safety instructions
Please read the following instructions carefully and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
Connection to the mains supply
The appliance should only be connected to an earthed socket installed in accordance with the regulations. Make sure
that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage marked on the rating label. This product complies with all binding CE
labelling directives.
Positioning the unit
∙ Always place the microwave oven on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface, ensuring that it is protected from
any heat source or excessive humidity.
∙ Do not operate the appliance outdoors.
∙ The feet on the base of the unit must not be removed.
∙ Suf fi cient ventilation must be ensured at all times. Do not place any objects on the unit, and make sure that the
following minimum distances from any wall or other object are maintained:
Sides: 7.5 cm
Rear: 10.0 cm
Top: 30.0 cm
The unit must not be installed inside a cupboard; when positioning the unit, also ensure that it is not placed directly
underneath a cupboard or any other similar object.
Important notes
∙ Caution: Certain types of food may tend to catch fi re. Do not, under any circumstances, leave the appliance
unattended when using the microwave, grill, hot-air or combination functions.
∙ This microwave oven is intended for the defrosting, heating and cooking of food only. Caution: Any attempt to
dry food or clothing, to heat up warming pads, house slippers, sponges, wet cleaning cloths etc. may cause injuries,
combustion or fi re.
∙ No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied
with.
∙ Use only suitable kitchen utensils. For detailed information, please refer to section ‘ Always use suitable kitchen
utensils ’.
∙ The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
∙ This appliance may be used by children (at least 8 years of age) and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, provided they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance and fully understand all dangers and safety precautions involved.
∙ Children must not be permitted to play with the appliance.
∙ Children must not be permitted to carry out any cleaning or maintenance work on the appliance unless they are
supervised.