GB
MICROWAVE OVEN
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Warning:
The safety measures and instructions, contained in this
manual, do not include all conditions and situations possible. The
user must understand that common sense, caution and care are
factors that cannot be integrated into any product. Therefore, these
factors shall be ensured by the user/s using and operating this
appliance. We are not liable for damages caused during shipping, by
incorrect use, voltage fl uctuation or the modifi cation or adjustment
of any part of the appliance.
To protect against a risk of fi re or electric shock, basic precautions
shall be taken while using electrical appliances, including the
following:
1. Make sure the voltage in your outlet corresponds to the voltage
provided on the appliance label and that the socket is properly
grounded. The outlet must be installed according to valid
safety instructions.
2. Do not operate the oven if the door is damaged, it does not
function correctly or the power cord is damaged.
All repairs
or adjustments including cord replacements shall be
performed by a professional service centre! Do not remove
the protective cover from the appliance. Risk of electric
shock or exposure to microwave energy. Unplug the cord
from outlet before repairing. Removing the cover with the
cord plugged in can result in the service technician being
exposed to microwave energy or being shocked!
3. Protect the appliance against direct contact with water and
other liquids, to prevent potential electric shock. Do not
immerse cord or plug in water!
4. Do not operate the microwave oven outdoors or in a moist
environment and do not touch the cord or appliance with wet
hands. Risk of electric shock.
5. Close supervision is necessary for operating the oven near
children!
6. Do not leave the microwave oven running unattended.
7. Leaving the oven cord connected to outlet unattended is not
recommended. Disconnect the cord from the electrical outlet
prior to performing maintenance. Do not pull the cord from the
outlet by yanking the cord. Unplug the cord from the outlet by
grasping the plug.
8. Do not use the microwave oven near a source of heat, for
example, stove hotplates. Protect the appliance against direct
sunlight.
9. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces or lead the cord
over sharp edges.
10. Prevent fi res inside the oven by observing the following:
a) Do not overheat the food.
b) Before placing paper or plastic bags in the oven remove
paper clips from them.
c) Do not heat oil or frying fat in the oven because you cannot
regulate the temperature of the oil. Do not fry food inside
the oven. Hot oil can damage parts of the oven and kitchen
dishes and also cause burns.
d) After use, wipe the door, the door seal and inside of the
oven with a cloth soaked in a mild detergent solution and
wipe dry. All stains, greases and food residue are removed
this way.
WARNING: The oven should not be operated, if the door or door
seal is damaged, until repaired by a trained individual. The
accumulated grease can overheat and could result in smoke or
fi re.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.
e) If the cooked food inside the oven begins to smoke or
ignites, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and
unplug the power cord from the outlet.
f ) In the case of using disposable containers made of plastic,
paper or other combustible materials you must not leave
the oven unattended.
11. Limit the risk of explosion or sudden boil by observing the
following:
WARNING: Do not put hermetically sealed containers into
the oven. Baby bottles with screw-on caps or pacifi ers are
also considered as sealed containers. This could lead to an
explosion.
a) When heating liquids, use wide-mouth container and
after heating allow it to stand for 20 seconds, to prevent
eruptive boiling over.
b) Eggs in shell, whole hardboiled eggs, water containing fat
or oil and closed glass containers must not be heated in the
microwave oven, because they could explode. Potatoes,
frankfurters or chestnuts shall be peeled or pricked before
inserting them into the oven.
c) Do not remove heated liquids from the oven immediately
after heating. Wait a few seconds before removing liquids
to prevent them from boiling over.
d) You have to stir or shake the content of baby bottles and
baby food jars before serving and check their temperature
to prevent burns.
12. Containers are very hot after being heated. Use oven mitts
when removing containers from the oven. Be careful not to
burn your face and hands by coming into contact with hot
steam.
13. Always lift the furthest edge of the lid or food wrap. Open
popcorn bags and baking bags at a suffi
cient distance away
from the face.
14. Protecting the turntable against breaking:
a) Let the glass tray cool off before cleaning.
b) Do not place hot dishes or containers on a cold glass tray.
c) Do not place frozen foods or cold containers on a hot glass
tray.
15. Make sure the containers do not touch the inside walls of the
oven during the heating process.
16. Do not store food or other objects inside the oven. The oven
can be switched on spontaneously if the network is struck by
lightning.
17. Do not use the oven if it does not contain any food or liquids.
This may cause damage to the oven. Do not cover or block any
openings on the microwave oven.
18. Use accessories only advised by the manufacturer, otherwise
you risk losing the warranty.
19. Use the microwave oven only in accordance with the
instructions given in this manual. This microwave oven is
intended for domestic use only. The manufacturer is not liable
for damages caused by the improper use of this appliance.
20. This appliance can be used by children ages 8 and older and
by the physically and mentally impaired or by individuals with
insuffi
cient experience and knowledge, if supervised or trained
