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AFETY
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AFETY
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
front face of the oven and the door or
allow soil or cleaner residue to accu-
mulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is dam-
aged. It is particularly important that the
oven door close properly and that there
is no damage to the
1) Door (bent or dented),
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.
WARNING
Always observe Safety Precautions
when using your oven. Never try to
repair the oven on your own – there is
dangerous voltage inside.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Some items, like whole eggs and food in sealed
containers, may explode if heated in this oven.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in the manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type
of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or
dry food. It is not designed for industrial or labo-
ratory use.
• As with any appliance, close supervision is nec-
essary when used by children.
To reduce risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, personal injury or expo-
sure to excessive microwave energy:
• Read all safety instructions before using the
appliance.
• Read and follow the specific “Precautions to
Avoid Exposure to Excessive Microwave
Energy” on this page.
• This appliance must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlets. See
“Important Grounding Instructions” on page 4
of this manual.
• Install or place this appliance only in accor-
dance with the installation instructions
provided.
SA V E TH E S E IN S T R U C T I O N S
When using any electrical appliance,
basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following:
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