Danby DMW1400W Microwave Oven User Manual


 
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue
to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent),(2) hinges and latches
(broken or loosened),(3)door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
W
hen using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy when using your appliance, please note the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" as referenced above.
3. As with most cooking appliances, close supervision is necessary
to reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity.
In the event of oven cavity fire:
• Keep the oven door closed
• Turn the oven off
• Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity, keep in mind the following rules at all times:
1. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible
materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking .
2. Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store combustible items such as bread,
cookies, paper products, cooking utensils, etc. inside the oven.
3. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers, or bags
before placing them in the oven.
4. This oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See " GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS " provided on page 4.
5. Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the installation instructions provided on page 6.
6. Some products such as whole eggs, water with oil or fat, sealed containers and closed glass
jars may explode and therefore should not be heated in this oven.
7. Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals
or vapor in this appliance. NOTE: This oven is not designed for industrial, commercial or laboratory use.
8. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
9. Do not operate this oven 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 by qualified service technicians only.
Contact the nearest DANBY authorized service agent for examination, repair or adjustment.
(or call our Toll Free Line at: 1 800 26 DANBY)