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” on page 5.
3.This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on page 8.
4.Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided instal- lation instructions.
5.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers
6.Stir liquids briskly before, during and after heating to avoid eruption.
7.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 micro- wave oven is specifically designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
8.As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
9.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.
10.This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest Viking Authorized Servicer for examination, repair or adjustment.
11.Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
12.Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near
13.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
14.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
15.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
16.See door surface cleaning instructions on page 41.
17.To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity:
a.Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the microwave oven to facilitate cooking.
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