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GB-8
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never heat liquids in narrow necked
containers such as baby bottles,
as this may result in the contents
erupting from the container when
heated and cause burns.
To prevent sudden eruption of boiling
liquid and possible scalding:
1. Do not use excessive amount of time.
2. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.
3. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or
similar utensil (not metal) into the
liquid whilst reheating.
4. Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds
in the oven at the end of cooking time
to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.
3.
Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes,
sausages and fruit before cooking, or
they may explode.
To avoid the possibility of burns
1.
Use pot holders or oven gloves when
removing food from the oven to prevent
burns.
2.
Always op en cont ainer s, p opcorn
makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away
from the face and hands to avoid steam
burns and eruption of boiling.
3.
To avoid burns, always test food
temperature and stir before serving
and pay special attention to the
temperature of food and drink given
to babies, children or the elderly.
Temperature of the container is not
a true indication of the temperature
of the food or drink; always check the
food temperature.
4.
Always stand back from the oven door
when opening it to avoid burns from
escaping steam and heat.
5.
Slice stuffed baked foods after heating
to release steam and avoid burns.
To avoid misuse by children
1.
Do not lean or swing on the oven door.
2.
Children should be taught all important
safety instructions: use of pot holders,
careful removal of food coverings;
paying special attention to packaging
(e.g. self-heating materials) designed to
make food crisp, as they may be extra
hot.
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.
2.
Do not operate the oven with the door
open or alter the door safety latches in
any way.
3.
Do not operate the oven if there is an
object between the door seals and
sealing surfaces.
4.
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
.
5.
I n d i v i d u a l s w i t h P A C E M A K E R S
should check with their doctor or the
manufacturer of the pacemaker for
precautions regarding microwave ovens.
To avoid the possibility of electric shock
1.
Under no circumstances should you
remove the outer cabinet.
2.
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.
3.
Do not immerse the power supply cord
or plug in water or any other liquid.
4.
Do not let the power supply cord hang
over the edge of a table or work surface.
5.
Keep the power supply cord away from
heated surfaces, including the rear of the
oven.
6.
Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp
yourself or allow anyone who is not an
electrician authorised by SHARP to do so.
If the oven lamp fails, please consult your
dealer or an authorised SHARP service
agent.
To avoid the possibility of explosion and
sudden boiling:
1.
Never use sealed containers. Remove
s e a l s a n d l i ds b e f o r e us e. S e a l e d
containers can explode due to a build up
of pressure even after the oven has been
turned off .
2.
Take care when microwaving liquids.
Use a wide mouthed container to allow
bubbles to escape.
