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1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” on page 3.
4. Install or locate this appliance in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed con-
tainers – for example, closed glass jars – may explode
and should not be heated in this oven. In rare instances,
poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover
poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute
before cutting into them.
6. Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes,
sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other
giblets, and egg yolks (see previous caution) should be
pierced to allow steam to escape during cooking.
“Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced, or vented.
7. Do not heat, store or use flammable materials in or
near the oven. Fumes can create a fire hazard or explo-
sion.
8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemi-
cals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost food. It
is not designed for industrial, laboratory, or commer-
cial use. It is intended for home use only. Do not use
for drying clothes, linens, newspaper, or similar non-
food type items.
9. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary
when used by children.
10. 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.
11. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact nearest authorized Maytag
service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
12. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
13. Do not use or store this appliance outdoors. Do not use
this product near water – for example, near a kitchen
sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.
14. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
15. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
16. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
17. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come
together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abra-
sive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth.
18. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if
paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. Avoid
using recycled paper products. Do not use news-
paper or other printed paper in the oven. Such prod-
ucts sometimes contain impurities which could
ignite.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing in oven.
c. If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven
door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power
cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel.
d. Do not use the oven for storage. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when
not in use.
e. Do not pop popcorn except in a microwave approved
popcorn popper or in a commercial package recom-
mended especially for microwave ovens.
19. Do not operate the oven when empty or with an empty
utensil.
20. Do not lean on the oven door. The door is designed to
close tightly and seal properly for safe operation.
Leaning on the door may warp or break the hinges.
21. To avoid exposure to dangerous high voltage, DO
NOT REMOVE THE SPLATTER SHIELD inside
the oven cavity.
22. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially
cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated
and splash out with a loud noise. For best results, stir
the liquid several times before heating. Always stir liq-
uids several times between reheatings.
Continued on next page.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING —
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: