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When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the
oven due to the possibility of ignition.
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If you use plastic film when re-heating or cooking food use only film
designed for microwave ovens and ensure that the film does not
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Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety and to reduce
touch the food. If necessary, prick the film all over to allow steam to
the risk of injury or electrical shock.
escape.
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Read all the instructions and retain them.
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Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the microwave oven. The
oil could catch fire.
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Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explod .
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WARNING:
If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not
be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
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WARNING:
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person
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to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal
of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave
even after microwave heating has ende
energy;
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Do not use the microwave oven with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek expert assistance.
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The contents of feeding botties and baby food jars shall be stirred or
shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.
WARNING
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Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive
boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
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Do not immerse the body of the microwave oven or the electrical cord
or plug in water or liquids.
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Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric
burner.
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Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant surface.
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Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is operational.
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Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot surface or
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Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to
overhang a table edge.
deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the
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Do not use the microwave oven outdoors.
appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
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If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the
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Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place objects on top of the oven.
door closed in order to stifle any flames.
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Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer.
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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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Do not use the microwave oven for any purpose not expressly
Electrical Information
specified in this manual.
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There are no user serviceable parts in your microwave oven.
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Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your electricity
Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product warranty.
supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate at the rear of
When cooking with your microwave oven:
the appliance.
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Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
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THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
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Use your microwave oven only to heat food.
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Before use check that the voltage stated on the rating plate on the rear
of the microwave oven corresponds to your mains voltage.
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The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not plug the oven into a
mains adaptor into which other units are connected.
e If covered containers are used, the covers
should be loose. Move such containers to and from the oven with care
as food may splash and the lid may fall.
Eggs in their shells (whether raw or cooked), fruits in thick skins and
nuts in their shells should not be heated in the microwave as they may
explode
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Items such as potatoes and chestnuts must be peeled or pierced
thoroughly before cooking.
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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs only. Allow the
appliance to cool before cleaning.
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Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This could
cause damage to the oven.
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Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure about how long to cook
a food for, start with a short cooking time, and check the food
regularly. If there are microwaving instructions supplied with the food
always follow the instructions fully.
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Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any food
deposits.
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Unplug the oven when not in use and before cleaning.
RAW MEAT AND RAW MEAT PRODUCTS
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Meat and meat products should not be fully cooked from raw in a
microwave oven. Raw meat may be partially cooked in a microwave
oven but the final cooking process must be carried out by
conventional cooking processes, (i.e boiling, roasting, frying, grilling
etc) using a conventional cooker.
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When defrosting raw meat and meat products in a microwave oven
ensure the item is fully defrosted and then immediately cook the meat
using conventional cooking processes.
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Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used when removing a hot
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Always clean the oven cavity thoroughly after partially cooking or
container from the oven.
defrosting raw meat.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISMANTLE
plastic can be penetrated by microwaves. Use heat resistant containers
How microwave ovens work
suitable for microwave oven use, otherwise there is a risk of shrinking,
Microwave ovens work by producing high frequency energy which
deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having metal
agitates the water molecules in the food which rub together causing heat
decoration or trim are not suitable. Some basic guidelines are given below:
and cooking the food. Microwave cooking is very efficient; food cooks
quicker than conventional methods. Microwave cooking can also help
preserve the minerals and vitamins in many foods. Although the
temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool the food can be
extremely hot. Always take precautions when handling containers.
Safety standards
Microwave ovens are covered by a radiation safety standard which limits
Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and wraps
the amount of microwaves that can leak from an oven throughout its
designed for microwave ovens.
lifetime. This is far below the level known to harm people. The standard
Plastic films should not touch food as they may gas, melt or break
requires ovens to have systems that stop the production of microwaves
down when hot and contaminate food.
the moment the latch is released or the door opened. No radiation
Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white microwave
remains after microwave production has ceased.
paper towels are safe for microwave use.
Prepackaged Foods and Containers
Wooden objects may catch fire - so avoid their use.
Most packaged foods suitable for microwaving are marked with the
Aluminium foil should not be used unless the recipe specifically requires its
microwave symbol and instructions for heating. Always follow the
use. Metal skewers, ties, etc. should be removed from food before cooking.
guidelines when microwaving packaged foods.
Avoid containers which narrow at the top as these may cause the
Generally speaking, cooking containers made from porcelain, glass and
contents to erupt when removed from the oven.
Heatproof plastic
Ordinary plastic
Ceramics
Microwaveable film
Metal Grilles
Metal containers
Melamine
Heat-resistant glass
Ordinary glass
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