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S,WI TY I NSTRI’C‘TIONS
Microwave ovens have been used successfully in homes for a number of years. They are thoroughly tested for safe operation when used properly. However, as
with any appliance, there are some special installation and safety precautions
which must be followed for safe and satisfactory operation and to prevent damage to the unit.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive mrcrowave energy.
1. Read | all Instructtons | before | IJSlng | 12. Do | not Immerse | cord or plug in water for |
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| electrrc | shock may | result. |
2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO for electric shock may result.
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE | ENERGY” found | 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table |
on page 3 |
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| or counter for electric shock may result. |
3.Thts appliance must be grounded Con- nect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 14.
4.Install or locate this appliance only In
accordance with the provided “INSTALLA- TION INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 15.
5.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass tars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven.
6.Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
7.As with any appliance, close supervr- sion is necessary when used by children.
8.Do 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. Electric shock, fire or other haz- ards may result.
9.This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service personnel. Call a Whirlpool authorized
Company for examination, repair or adjustment.
10.Do not cover or block any opening on the appliance, for fire may result.
11.Do not use outdoors for damage to the oven or electric shock may result.
15.See door surface cleaning instructions on page 17.
16.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic, or other com- bustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods.
b. Test dinnerware or cookware before
using. See page 20. Some dishes [melamine, Centura,” etc.) absorb micro- wave energy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times. Remove wire
c. If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
17.Read and follow “OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS” starting on page 18.