Unpacking and Examining Your Oven
Remove:
1. all packing materials from inside the oven cav-
ity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE
WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the
right cavity wall. Read enclosures and SAVE
the Operation Manual.
__ 2.the feature sticker, if
there is one, from the out-
s_f°_Yj side of the door.
_°°_! Check the oven for any
,_o,e_ damage, such as mis-
aligned or bent door, dam-
aged door seals and seal-
d ing surfaces, broken or
"_°g..... '_°g_°'....loose door hinges and
latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door.
If there is any damage, do not operate the oven
and contact your dealer or SHARP AUTHORIZED
SERVICER.
Choosing a Location for Your Oven
You will use your oven frequently so plan its Io-
cation for ease of use. The oven must be placed
on a countertop which is a minimum of 36 inches
from the floor. Allow at least 2 inches on the sides,
top and at the rear of the oven for air circulation.
Be sure to position oven so that the rear cannot
be touched inadvertently.
Do not place or install the oven inany area where
heat and steam are generated; for example, next
to or above a conventional gas or electric range
or above a conventional wall oven. Heat and
steam may damage the electronics or the me-
chanical parts of the oven.
Built-in Kit
Your oven can be built into a cabinet or wall--not
near or above a heat source--using Sharp's Built-
in Kit, Model RK-82K(black). If your dealer does
not stock the kit, order directly by calling 1-800-
642-2122 to have it sent to your address.
The kit includes ducts and finish trim strips and
easy-to-follow instructions for installation as well
as the location of the power supply.
This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electri-
cal short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric
current.
WARNING - Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. or more 3-ProngP:ug
ingpr°tectedelectrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuitserv-_onlythis appliance be provided. [-_11
The oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged
into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. Should you
only have a 2-prong outlet, have a qualified electrician install a correct wall Grounding Pin I(_i_/ ]l
receptacle.
A 3-prong adapter may be purchased and used temporarily if local codes 3-ProngReoept.... /
allow. Follow package directions. G_ou_d
A short power-supply cord isprovided to reduce risk of becoming entangled Receptac:eBox
in or tripping over a longer cord. Permanent and Correct _nsta_ation
Extension Cord Ground
Grounding Receptac:e Box
If itis necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord Adapto_ _
that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept \_L_ 1
the plug on the microwave oven. The marked rating of the extension cord
should beAC 115-120 volt, 15 amp. or more.
Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or table where it can be so__
pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. T_for
Notes: 1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical in- GroundingScrew
structions, consult a qualified electrician or service person. TemporaryUse
2. Neither Sharp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage
to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the
correct electrical connection procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check that the
microwave oven is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the oven as
feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.
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