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THE MICROWAVE
A microwave is mainly used for quickly heating, preparing and defrosting food
like vegetables, meat, fish and potatoes. In addition, it is suitable for preparing
ready-to-eat meals or a glass or bottle of (baby)milk. Using the microwave
function will accelerate the defrosting, preparing and heating process.
How does a microwave work?
• The microwave works through electromagnetic microwaves, which are
sent by a high voltage system. These microwaves have a frequency
of 2450MHz and are not ionizing. This means they do not damage
the molecules. The microwaves turn the water within the food into
heat. Besides water, also fat molecules within the food are effective to
transform radiation energy into heat.
• The microwaves are going directly through tableware, which allows the
food to heat up quickly. Vitamins and natural flavours will be preserved.
Because the microwaves remain within the device, the heating is in some
parts more intense than in others. For this reason, the microwave is
generally equipped with a glass turntable. Due to the rotating motion, the
turntable enables the energy to be divided more equally.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons
or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when
using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including
the following:
• Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode.
• It 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.
• 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
understand the hazards of improper use.
• Only use utensils suitable for use in microwave ovens.
• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any remaining
food should be removed.
• Read and follow the specific: "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY".
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
• If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
• Do not overcook food.
• Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not
store items, such as bread, cookies, etc. inside the oven.
• Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or
plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.
• Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the
installation instructions provided.
• Eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not
be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode,
even after microwave heating has ended.
• Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described
in manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in
this appliance. This oven is especially designed to heat. It
is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
