Maytag UMC1071AAB/W Save These Instructions, Important Safety Instructions, Energy

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Safety

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO	When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
	should be followed, including the following:
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE	WARNING
ENERGY:
	To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open	injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to	• Read all safety instructions before using the appliance.
microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
	• Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
with the safety interlocks.
	EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on this page.
(b) Do not place any object between the front face of the oven	• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded
and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate	outlets. See “IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page
on sealing surfaces.	3 of this manual.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly	• Install or place this appliance only in accordance with the installation
important that the oven door close properly and that there is	instructions provided.
no damage to the	• Some items, like whole eggs and food in sealed containers, may
1) Door (bent or dented),	explode if heated in this oven.
2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),	• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the
	manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.
3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
	This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
	is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
except properly qualified service personnel.

WARNING

Always observe Safety Precautions when using your oven. Never try to repair the oven on your own – there is dangerous voltage inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, call 1-800-688-1120 U.S.A. and CANADA for the name of an authorized service center near you.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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