Bifinett KH 1108 manual Precautionary Measures, Important Safety Notes

Safety Notes

1PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE CONTACT WITH MICROWAVE ENERGY

•Do not attempt to operate this microwave oven with an opened door since operating the microwave oven with an open door can lead to being exposed to hazardous microwaves. It is important not to break open or manipulate the safety lock.

•Do not tuck anything between the oven front and door and ensure that no impurities or residues from cleaning agents gather on the sealing surfaces.

•Do not operate the microwave oven if damaged.

It is of utmost importance that the door of the oven closes properly and that there is no damage to:

-the door (bent), - hinges and locks (broken or loose),

-door seals and sealing surfaces.

Have the appliance re-set or repaired by the listed customer service branch or respectively qualified skilled staff only.

2IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

When using electrical appliances elementary precautionary measures must be adhered to for your safety, including:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fires, injuries or excessive contact with microwaves:

Read all instructions prior to use.

•Use this appliance only according to its intended purpose and as directed in this manual. Do not use any corrosive chemicals or vapours for this equipment. This type of oven is designed especially for heating, cooking or drying foods. It is not designed for industrial use or use in laboratories.

•Do not operate the microwave when empty.

•Do not operate this appliance if damage is visible to the cable or plugs, if it does not operate properly or is damaged or has been dropped.

If the power cable is defect it must be replaced by the manufacturer or his maintenance partner or similarly qualified skilled staff so as to avoid any danger.

•WARNING: Allow the unsupervised operation of the microwave by children only after carefully instructing them on how to operate the microwave to ensure the risk-free use of the oven and that children understand the risks in the event of improper handling.

•To minimise the risk of fire in the microwave: Keep an eye on the microwave at all times when heating food in plastic or paper containers since the materials may ignite.

•Remove wire closures from paper or plastic bags before placing them in the microwave.

•Should you notice smoke, switch off the appliance or disconnect the plug and keep the door closed so as to suffocate possible flames.

•Do not use the inside of the microwave for storage. Do not leave paper articles, cooking utensils or food in the microwave if it is not being used.

•WARNING: Fluids and other food must not be heated in tightly sealed containers as they may explode.

When heating beverages in the microwave, spattering may be delayed if the beverage is brought to boil. Please handle the container with particular care.

•Do not deep-fry in the microwave. Hot oil may damage microwave parts and utensils or even lead to skin burns.

•Eggs in their shell and hard boiled eggs should not be heated in the microwave as they may even explode after microwave heating has been terminated.

•Pierce thick-skinned foods such as potatoes, whole pumpkins, apples, and chestnuts before cooking.

•The content of baby bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken.

Caution: Prior to consumption check the temperature in order to avoid life-threatening burns to the baby.

•Cooking utensils may heat up from the heat exerted by the food and may have to be handled with an oven cloth only.

Cooking utensils should be checked as to suitability for use in microwave ovens.

WARNING: Maintenance and repair work which requires the removal of the cover which serves as protection against microwaves endangers the life of persons other than skilled staff.

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