Microwave Oven Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are special installatiun and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.
l Read afl instructiorw bdore using the microwave oven.
lRead and follow the specifii ‘PRE-
CAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICRO- WAVE ENERGY” found on page 5.
‘This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to property grounded outlet. See ‘GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 9.
lInstall or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions found on page 9.
lSome products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers - for example,
should not be heated in this oven.
lDo not heat, store, or use flammable materials in or near the oven. Fumes could create a fire hazard or explosion.
lUse this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not usecormsivechemicelsorvaporsinthis appliance. This type of oven is specifically desiinedtoheatorcodcfood.ltisnot designed for industrial or t&oratory use.
lAs with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
l Donotoperatethisapptianceifithasa damagedcordorptug,ifitisnotworking properfy,orifithasbeendamagedor dropped. Electrical shock, fire, or other hazards could result.
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This appliance should be serviced only by qualii service personnel. Call an authorized Whirlpool service company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Do not cover or block any opening on the appdiance. Fire could result.
Do not store or use this appliance outdwrs. Do not use thii product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pod, and the like.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
See door surface and interior cleaning instructions on page 31.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
-Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliince if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper could char or bum, and some plastics could melt if used when heating foods.
-Do not deep fry in oven. Microwavable utensits are not suitable and it is diffiiult to maintain appropriate deep frying temperatures.
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