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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
–(A) Do not attempt to operate this microwave with
the door open since this can result in harmful exposure
to microwave energy. It is important not to break or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
–(B) Do not place any object between the oven front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
–(C) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged,
the oven must not be operated until it has been
repaired by a competent person.
ADDENDUM
– If the microwave is not maintained in a good state
of cleanliness, its surface could be degraded and
affect the lifespan of the appliance and lead to a
dangerous situation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING
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:
– Read and follow the specific instructions:
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY”
– This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Children
less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
– Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children less than 8 years.
– 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. (For
appliance with type Y attachment)
–WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off
before replacing the lamp to prevent the possibility of
electric shock.
–WARNING: 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.
–WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be
heated in sealed containers since they are liable
to explode.
– When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
– Only use utensils that are suitable for use in
microwave ovens.
– If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
– Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling; therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
– The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars
shall be stirred or shaken, and the temperature
checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
– Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should
not be heated in microwave ovens since they may
explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
– The oven should be cleaned regularly, and any food
deposits removed.
General Safety Instructions
