Operating safety precautions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, Injury to persons, Or damage when using the microwave oven, follow the precau- tions on pages
NEVER COOK OR REHEAT A WHOLE EGG.
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USE HOT PADS.
Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the hot food does.
It is normal for the inside of the oven door to look wavy after the oven has been running for a while.
Liquids heated in certain con- tainers (especially cylindrical- shaped containers)may become overheated. The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee, etc.) resulting in harm to the oven and possible personal injury. For best results stir any liquid several times before heating or reheating.
DO NOT heat, store or use flam- mable materials in or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
NEVER lean on the door or allow a child to swing on it when the door is open. Injury could result.
DO NOT do canning of foods in the oven. Closed glass jars may explode resulting in damage to the oven or possible personal injury.
DO NOT use the oven to steri- lize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is difficult to maintain the high temperature required for safe sterilization.
DO NOT deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep fry- ing temperatures.
Additional Precautions
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Do not operate the microwave oven unless the glass tray is securely in place. Cooking efficiency will be reduced. Also, arcing (sparking and crackling) can occur, causing black marks in the oven cavity.
Make sure glass tray is
Handle glass tray with care when removing from oven to avoid possible breakage. If glass tray cracks or breaks, contact your Whirlpool dealer for a replacement.
When a browning dish is used, the browning dish bottom must be at least 3i;6 inch above glass tray. If your browning dish is not elevated on feet, set it on a
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