For Your Safety
Earthing Instructions
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
WARNING:
This appliance must be connected to an outlet having a rated current greater than 13 amps. A 13 amp, B.S. 1363 plug is, therefore, not suitable. It is recommended that this unit should be installed by a professional contractor, as the installation wiring should be in accordance with current IEE regulation and connected to the circuit with all poles having a disconnection of at least 3mm.
When the mains lead is connected to supply terminals , please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
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This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark ASA or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY AND AN APPROPRIATE ONE FITTED. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Earth | |
Blue: | Neutral |
Brown: | Live |
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured
with the letter E or by the Earth symbol 
or coloured GREEN or
YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Voltage & Power
The voltage used must be the same as specified on this microwave oven. Using a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage.
Do not immerse cord, plug or oven in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or worktop. Do not plug your oven in via an extension cable as this can be dangerous. It is important to plug the oven directly into a wall socket.
The back of the appliance heats up during use. Do not allow the cord to be in contact with the back of the appliance or cabinet surface.
Unpacking Your Oven
1.Examine Your Oven
Unpack the oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if the unit is damaged. DO NOT install it if the unit is damaged.
2.Guarantee Card
Fill out and post the
3.Cord
If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
4.Door Seal
The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by service technician trained by the manufacturer.
5.Removal of protective film
A protective film is used to prevent scratching of the outer case during transportation. Peel this film off before installation or use.
6.Attach caution label
If a caution label is enclosed with your oven, please attach it to the top of the appliance before using.
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