Important safety instructions Read carefully and keep for future reference

24Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

25When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

26If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

27Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handing the container.

28The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

29Eggs 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.

30Details for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts.

31The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.

32Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

33Only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven (for appliances having a facility to use a temperature-sensing probe).

34If heating elements are provided, during use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

35The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervisior.

WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

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.

WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

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