IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Microwave ovens have been used successfully In homes for a number of Years. They are thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as wlth any appliance, there are special installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.

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 11. Do not use outdoors for damage to the

appliance.

oven or electric shock may result.

2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- 12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO for electric shock may result.

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found

13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces

on page 3.

for electric shock may result.

 

3.This appliance must be grounded. Con- nect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 25.

4.Install or locate this appliance only in

accordance with the provided “IN- STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” iound on page 24.

5.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

6.Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.

7.As with any appliance, close supervi- sion is necessary when used by children.

8.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. Electric shock, fire or other haz- ards may result.

9.This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call a Whirlpool authorized TECH-CARE” Service

Company for examination, repair or adjustment.

10.Do not cover or block any opening on the appliance, for fire may result.

14.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter for electric shock may result.

15.See door surface cleaning instructions on page 26.

16.To reduce the risk of fire or fire in the oven cavity:

a.Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other com- bustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods.

b.Test dinnerware or cookware before using. See page 30. Some dishes (mela- mine, Centura,” etc.) absorb microwave en- ergy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking times. Remove wire twist- ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. Cooking in metal containers can damage the oven. So can containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glaze or trim.]

c. If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

17.Read and follow “OPERATINGSAFETY PRECAUTIONS” starting on page 28.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Whirlpool MW36OOXS manual Important Safety Instruction