ImportantSafetyInstructions
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tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe damage to the unit.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or dam- age when using the microwave oven, follow basic precautions, includ- ing the following:
lRead all instructions before using the microwave oven.
lRead and follow the specific “Precautions To Avoid Possible Exposure To Excessive Microwave Energy” found on page 4.
. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions found on page 26.
lInstall or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions found on page 25.
l Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example, closed glass jars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven.
lUse this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
l As with any appiiance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
lDo 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. Electrical shock, fire or other hazards may result.
l This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company for examination, repair or adjustment.
lDo not cover or block any opening on the appliance. Fire may result.
lDo not use outdoors Damage to the oven or electrical shock may result.
lDo not immerse cord or plug in water. Electrical shock may result.
9 Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Electrical shock may result.
lDo not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. Electrical shock may result.
lSee door surface and interior cleaning in- structions on page 27.
lTo reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
-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.
-Do not deep fry in oven.
-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.
lDo not heat, store or use flammable, inflammable or corrosive materials in or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
. Read and follow “Operating Safety Precau- tions” starting on page 29.
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-
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