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GB-5

ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

See the corresponding hints in the operation manual.

To avoid the possibility of injury

WARNING:

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or
malfunctioning. Check the following before use:
a) The door; make sure the door closes properly

and ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b) The hinges and safety door latches; check to

make sure they are not broken or loose.

c) The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that

they have not been damaged.

d) Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make

sure there are no dents.

e) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that

they are not damaged.

If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven
must not be operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person.

Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
person to carry out any service or repair operation
which involves the removal of a cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.

Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter
the door safety latches in any way. Do not operate the
oven if there is an object between the door seals and
sealing surfaces.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the
door seals and adjacent parts. Clean the oven at
regular intervals and remove any food deposits.
Follow the instructions for "Care and Cleaning"
on page GB-16. Failure to maintain the oven in a
clean condition could lead to a deterioration of
the surface that could adversely aff ect the life of
the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation.

Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their
doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for
precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

Under no circumstances should you remove the outer
cabinet.
Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock
openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a
spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately, and
call an authorised SHARP service agent.
Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in
water or any other liquid.
Do not let the power supply cord hang over the edge
of a table or work surface.
Keep the power supply cord away from heated
surfaces, including the rear of the oven.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children less than 8 years.

To avoid the danger of fire.

The microwave oven should not be left unattended
during operation. Power levels that are too high,
or cooking times that are too long, may overheat
foods resulting in a fi re.

This oven is designed to be used on a countertop
only. It is not designed to be built into a kitchen unit.
Do not place the oven in a cabinet.
The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that
the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.
The AC power supply must be 230 V, 50 Hz, with a
minimum 10 A distribution line fuse, or a minimum
10 A distribution circuit breaker.
A separate circuit serving only this appliance should
be provided.
Do not place the oven in areas where heat is generated.
For example, close to a conventional oven.
Do not install the oven in an area of high humidity or
where moisture may collect.
Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the
oven and keep the door closed in order to stifl e
any fl ames.
Use only microwave-safe containers and utensils.
See Page GB-15. Utensils should be checked
to ensure that they are suitable for use in
microwave ovens.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers,
keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity,
the turntable and turntable support after use.
These must be dry and free from grease. Built-
up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or
catch fi re.

Do not place flammable materials near the oven or
ventilation openings.
Do not block the ventilation openings.
Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food
and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may
cause a fi re.
Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep
frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the
oil may catch fi re.
To make popcorn, use only special microwave
popcorn makers.
Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.
Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure
the oven is operating as desired.
To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be
taken when cooking or reheating foods with a high
sugar or fat content, for example, Sausage rolls, Pies
or Christmas pudding.