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SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to
prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
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Do not attempt to operate this microwave with the door open because this can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
2
Do not place any object between the microwave front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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Do not operate the microwave if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the microwave door closes
properly and that there is no damage to the:
(a) door (bent)
(b) hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
(c) door seals and sealing surfaces
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The microwave should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
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Read and follow the specific “Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy:” on page 3.
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This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “Grounding instructions” on
page 4.
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Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
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Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers —for example, closed glass jars—are able to explode
and should not be heated in this microwave oven.
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Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This type of microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
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As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
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Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
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Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
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Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
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Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.
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Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
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Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
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See door surface cleaning instructions on page 16.
Warning
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to
excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow the basic
precautions included in the following sections.
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This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest
Authorized Servicer for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Unpacking and examining your microwave
Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back, and tilt the microwave oven over to rest on the plastic
foam pad. Lift the carton off the microwave oven and remove all packing materials, including the
User Guide
,
Installation Guide
, templates (2), charcoal filter, and turntable (with ring). SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE
INSTALLATION EASIER.
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Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one.
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DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER.
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Read and SAVE the
User Guide
and
Installation Guide
.
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
Electrical requirements
Check the Installation Instructions for proper location for the power supply.
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp. or more protected electrical supply. It is recommended
that a separate circuit serving only the microwave oven be provided.
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To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity:
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Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials
are placed inside the microwave oven to facilitate cooking.
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Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing the bag in the microwave oven.
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If materials inside the microwave oven ignite, keep the microwave oven door closed, turn the microwave
oven off, and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
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Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the
cavity when not in use.
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Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be
boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons: •
Do not overheat the liquid.
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Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
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Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-mouthed container.
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After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for at least for 20 seconds before
removing the container.
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Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
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Clean the ventilation openings and grease filters frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on
ventilation openings, louver, or grease filters.
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Use care when cleaning the louver and the grease filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven
cleaners, may damage the louver and the grease filters.
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When flaming food under the hood, turn the fan on.
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This appliance is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36” wide or less.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check the microwave oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing
surfaces, broken or loose door hinges and latches, and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage,
do not operate the microwave oven and contact your dealer or
repair center. See Installation Instructions for more details.
