IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
8 I
f the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person.
9 I
t is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation
that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
10 W
hen the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under
adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
1 Y
ou cannot operate your oven with the door open due to the safety interlocks built into the door
mechanism. It is important not to tamper with the safety interlocks.
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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy. (Safety interlocks automatically switch off any
cooking activity when the door is opened.)
2 D
o not place any object (such as kitchen towels, napkins, etc.) between the oven front face and the door
or allow food or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.
3 D
o not operate your oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly
and that there is no damage to the: (1) door(bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loose), (3) door seals
and sealing surfaces.
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It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.
4 P
lease ensure cooking times are correctly set, small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating
time.
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Over cooking may result in the food catching on fire and subsequent damage to your oven.
5 W
hen heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven,
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Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow necks.
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Do not overheat.
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Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time.
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After heating, let it stand in the oven for a short time; stir or shake it again carefully and check the
temperature of it before consuming to avoid burns (especially, contents of feeding bottles and baby
food jars).
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Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling
without evidence of bubbling. This could result in hot liquids suddenly boiling over.
6 A
n exhaust outlet is located on the top, bottom or side of the oven. Don’t block the outlet.
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It could result in damage to your oven and poor cooking results.
7 D
o not operate the oven when empty. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use.
The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.
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Improper use could result in damage to your oven.
