Magic Chef MCO2212AR manual Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

!WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.

3.This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" on page 4.

4.Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the provided installation instructions. Do not mount over a sink.

5.This over-the-range oven was designed for use over ranges no wider than 22 inches. It may be installed over both gas and electric cooking equipment.

6.For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet, to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse or tripping of circuit breaker.

7.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-for example, closed glass jars-may explode and should not be heated in this oven. In rare instances, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them.

8.Foods with unbroken outer "skin" such as potatoes, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks (see previous caution) should be pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking. "Boilable" cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced, or vented.

9.Do not heat, store or use flammable materials in or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

10.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 defrost food. It is not designed for industrial, laboratory, or commercial use. It is intended for home use only.

11.As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

12.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.

13.This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

14.Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

15.Do not use or store 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.

16.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

17.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

18.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

19.When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

20.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

a.Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Avoid using recycled paper products. Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in the oven. Such products sometimes contain impurities which could ignite.

b.Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing in oven.

c.If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

d.Do not use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

e.Do not pop popcorn except in a microwave approved popcorn popper or in a commercial package recommended especially for microwave ovens.

f.Do not overcook potatoes. They might dehydrate and catch fire.

g.Do not use for drying clothes, lines, newspaper or similar non-food items.

21.Do not operate the oven when empty or with an empty utensil to avoid damage to the oven and danger of fire.

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