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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Microwave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient
operation. However, as with any appliance, there are special lnstallatlon
and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and
satisfactory operation and prevent damage to the unit.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrlcal shock, injury to persons,
or damage when using the mlcrowave oven, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
1.
Read all instructions before using the
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
microwave oven.
appliance if paper, plastic, or other com-
2. Read and follow the s cific “PRECAU-
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bustible materials are placed inside the
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIB
E EXPOSURE TO
oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found
or burn, and some plastics can melt if used
on page 3.
when heating foods.
3. This ap liance must be grounded. Con-
b’ Do not deep fry in oven’
nect only o roperly rounded outlet. See
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c. Test dlnnerware or cookware before
“GROUNDIN INSTRU TIONS” found in the
using. See page 24. Some dishes
Installation Instructions.
(melamine, Centura,@ etc.) absorb micro-
4. Install or locpte this appliance only in
and slowing cooking times. Remove wire
wave energy, becoming too hot to handle
accorgance with me provided lnstallatlon
twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
Instructions.
placing bag in oven. Cooking In metal
5. Some products such as whole eggs and
containers not designed for microwave use
sealed containers - for exam le, closed
cf
can damage the oven, as can containers
glass jars -
may
explode
an
should not with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining,
Sta-
be heated in this oven.
ples, metallic glaze or trim.]
6.
Use this appliance only for its intended
d. If materials inside the oven should ignite,
use as described in this manual. Do not use
keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this ap-
disconnect the power cord, or shut off
pliance. This type of oven is specifically de-
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
signed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not
e. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
7. As with any appliance, close supervi-
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
sion is necessary when used by children.
14. l?ead and follow “Operating Safety Pre-
8.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a
caut’ons” start’ng On page 22’
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
15.
Because of the automatic exhaust fan
properly, or if it has been damaged or
feature, the following cautions must be
dropped. Electric shock, fire or other haz-
observed:
ards may result.
a. Do not leave the area when using your
9. This a pliance should be serviced only
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cooktop at a high setting. Accidental fires
by quali ied service personnel. Call an au-
from boilovers or spatterin
on the surface
thonzed WhirlpoolSM service company for
unit could spread, especia
ly if the exhaust 9
examination, repair or adjustment.
fan is operating.
10.
Do not cover or block any opening on
b. Do not allow rease and soil to build up
the appliance. Fire may result.
in the grease fi ter. Exhaust fan efficiency B
11.
Do not store or use this appliance out-
often following the filter cleaning instruc-
will decrease and fire may result. Clean
doors. Do not use this roduct near water -
tions on pages 19 and 20.
for example, near a
itchen sink, in a wet R
basement, or near a swimming Pool1 and
lights without turning the power
off
at the
c. Do not change the cooktop or oven
the like.
main power supply,
see page 21). Elec-
12. See door surface and interior cleaning
trical shock may resul .
\
instructions on page 19.
d. Do not flame foods on a cooktop surface
13.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
below this unit. The fan, if operating, may
cavity:
spread the flame and cause personal in-
jury or property damage.
SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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