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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Mlcrowave ovens have been thoroughly
tested for safe and effklent operatbn. However, as wlth
any appliance, there are special lnstallatbn
and safety precautbns
which must be followed to
ensure safe and satisfactory operatlon and prevent damage to the unlt.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrkal
shock, InJury to persons, or
damage when uslng the mkrowave oven, folbw bask pre-tbns,
lncludlng the following:
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Read all instrud'bns before using the micro-
wave oven.
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Read and folbw the specific "PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found
on page 4.
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This appliance must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on
page 27.
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Install or locate this appliance only in accor-
dance with the provided Installation Instruc-
tions found on page 26.
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Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers-for example, dosed glass
jars-may explode and should not be heated in
this oven.
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Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This
type of oven is specifically'designed to heat,
cook, or dry food. lt is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use.
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As with any appliance, dose supervision is
necessary when used by children.
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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. Electrical shock, fire or other
hazards may result.
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This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized
WhirlpooP" service company for examination,
repair or adjustment.
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Do not cover or block any opening on the
appliance. Fire may result.
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Do not store or use 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.
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Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Electrical shock may result.
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Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Electrical shock may result.
* Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter. Electrical shock may result.
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See door surface and interior deaning instruc-
tions on page 28.
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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
-Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance il paper, plastic, or other cambus-
tible materials are placed inside the oven to
facilitate cooking. Paper can char or burn, and
some plastics can melt if used when heating
foods.
-Do not deep fry in oven.
-Test dlnnerware or cookware before uslng.
See page 33. Some dishes (melamine, etc.)
absorb microwave energy, becoming too hot to
handle and slowing cooking times. Remove
wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bag in oven. Cooking in metal
containers not designed for microwave use
can damage the oven, as can containers with
hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples,
metallic glaze or trim.)
- tt materials inside the oven should ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, and discon-
nect the power cord, or shut off power at the
fuse or circuit breaker panel.
-Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in use.
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Read and follow "Operating Safety Precautions"
starting on page 30.
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1. A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a bnger cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is exer-
cised in their use.
3. ff a bng cord or extension cord is used, (a)
the marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance, (b) the
extension cord must be a grounding-type,
3-wire cord, and (c) the bnger cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over accidentally.
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