Precautions
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• Do 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.
• Do not dry clothes in the microwave oven. They may become carbonized or
burned if heated too long.
• Do not cook food wrapped in paper towels, unless your cook book contains
instructions for the food you are cooking.
• Do not use the oven for drying kitchen towels or paper products. They may
burn.
• Do not use wooden containers. They may heat up and char.
• Do not use recycled paper products since they may contain impurities which
may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking.
• Allow the turntable to cool before cleaning.
• Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time. If normal
times are allowed they may overheat and burn.
• Before cooking, pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables.
• Do not cook eggs in their shell.Pressure will build up inside the egg which
will burst.
• Do not attempt deep fat frying in your oven.
• Remove the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or defrosting. Note
though that in some cases food should be covered with plastic film, for
heating or cooking, as detailed in microwave cook books.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children and infirm persons
without supervision; Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the oven from the power
supply and keep the oven door closed in order to stifle any flames.
• When food is heated or cooked in disposable containers of plastic, paper or
other combustible materials, check the oven frequently due to the possibility
of ignition.
Warning
• Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explode.
• Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when
adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use
the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.
• If the oven door and door seal are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician.
• Do not attempt to tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to
the door, control panel, safety interlock switches or any other part of
the oven. It is hazardous for anyone to carry out any service or repair
operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy. Repair should only
be undertaken by a qualified service technician.
