Importantsafetyinstructions

Mlcrowave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and effklent operatlon. However, as with any appliance, there are special installatkn and safety precautions whkh must be iollowed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the mkrowave oven, follow basic precautions, including the foiiowlng:

lRead all instructions before using the micro- wave oven.

l Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 4.

l This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 26.

l Install or locate this appliance only in accor- dance with the provided Installation Instruc- tions found on page 25.

l Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, dosed glass jars-may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

l Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

l As with any appliance, dose supervision is necessary when used by children.

lDo not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Electrical shock, fire or other hazards may resutt.

l This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized Whirlpoola service company for examination, repair or adjustment.

lDo not cover or block any opening on the appliance. Fire may result.

l Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water-for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Electrical shock may resutt.

l Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Electrical shock may result.

*Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. Electrical shock may result.

l See door surface and interior cleaning instruc- tions on page 27.

lTo reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

-Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other combus- tible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and some plastics can mett if used when heating foods.

-Do not deep fry in oven.

-Test dlnnerware or cookware before using.

See page 32. Some dishes (melamine, Centura@, etc.) absorb microwave energy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. Cooking in metal containers not de- signed for microwave use can damage the oven, as can containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim.)

-tf materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and discon- nect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

-Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

l Read and follow ‘Operating Safety Precautions” starting on page 29.

l 1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2.Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used ii care is exer- cised in their use.

3.lf a long cord or extension cord is used, (a) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (b) the extension cord must be a grounding-type,

3-wire cord, and (c) the longer cord should be arranged so that il will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

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