Sharp R-23AM, R-25AM, R-22AM operation manual To avoid the possibility of injury

15.To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be taken when cooking or reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content, for example, Sausage rolls, Pies or Christmas pudding.

16.See the corresponding hints in this operation manual and in the attached cookery book section.

To avoid the possibility of injury

WARNING:

1.Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Check the following before use:

a)The door; make sure the door closes properly and ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b)The hinges and safety door latches; check to make sure they are not broken or loose.

c)The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that they have not been damaged.

d)Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure there are no dents.

e)The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are not damaged.

2.Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the safety door latches in any way.

3.Do not operate the oven if there is an object between the door seals and sealing surfaces.

4.Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow instructions for “Care and Cleaning”, Page 6

5.Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

1.Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet.

2.Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately, and call a SHARP service agent.

3.Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

4.Do not let the power supply cord hang over the edge of a table or work surfaces.

5.Keep the power supply cord away from heated surfaces, particularly the back of the oven.

6.Unplug the oven before replacing the oven lamp.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling

1. Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and

1.Do not use excessive amount of time (See page 9,10).

2.Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

3.It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil (not metal) into the liquid whilst reheating.

4.Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven at the end of cooking time to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.

3.Pierce the skin on such foods as potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking, or they may explode.

To avoid the possibility of burns

1.Use pot holders or oven gloves when remov- ing food from the oven to prevent burns.

2.Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns and eruption of boiling.

3.To avoid burns, always test food temperature and stir before serving and pay special atten- tion to the temperature of food and drink given to babies, children or the elderly.

Temperature of the container is not a true indica- tion of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature.

4.Always stand back from the oven door when open- ing it to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.

5.Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam and avoid burns.

6.Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves.

7.Do not touch the back of the oven because it will become hot.

To avoid misuse by children

1.Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy.

2.Children should be taught all important safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food coverings; paying special attention to pack- aging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot.

Other warnings

1.Never modify the oven in any way.

2.Do not move the oven while it is in operation.

3.This oven is for food preparation only and may only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for laboratory use.

To promote trouble free use of your oven and avoid damage.

lids before use. Sealed containers can explode

due to a build up of pressure even after the oven

has been turned off.

2. Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-

mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.

Never heat liquids in narrow necked containers such as

baby bottles, as this may result in the contents erupting

from the container when heated and cause burns.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and

possible scalding:

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1.Never operate the oven when it is empty. Doing so may damage the oven.

2.When using a browning dish or self-heating material, always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a por- celain plate under it to prevent damage to the ceramic floor due to heat stress. The preheating time specified in the dishes instructions must not be exceeded.

3.Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven.

4.Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation.

5. Do not use the oven near a steamer or a fryer.