Whirlpool MIcrowave Ovens Use And Care Manual page 4

MicmJwave ovens have been used successfully in homes for a number of years.
They are thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with
any appliance, there are special installation and safety precautions which must
be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation and prevent damage to
the uni+
WARNING -
To reduce the risk of burns. electnc shock,
fire. injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy
1.
Ciea.
,Ccli
nstrui'!lons before using
appllar :e
2. Reac ana follow the specific
"PRECAU-
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"
found
on page, 3
3. This capllance must be grounded. Con-
nect onli to properly grounded outlet. See
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"
found on
page 2c
4. lnstal or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided
"INSTALLA-
TION INSTRUCTIONS"
found on page25
5. Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers - for example, closed
glass jars - may explode and should not
be heated in this oven.
6.
Use
this appliance only for its Intended
use as described In this manual
7. As with any appliance, close supervl-
sion IS necessary when used by children.
8.
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. Electric shock, fire or other haz-
ards may result.
9. This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service personnel. Call a
Whirlpool authorized TECH-CARE - Service
Company for examination, repair or
adjustment.
10.
Do not cover or block any opening on
the appliance, for fire may result.
11.
Do not use outdoors for damage to the
oven or electric shock may result.
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water for
electric shock may result.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces
for electric shock may result.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table
or counter for electric shock may result.
15.
See door surface cleaning instructions
on page 27
16.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic, or other com-
bustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char
or burn, and some plastics can melt if used
when heating foods.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
Cooking in metal containers can damage
the oven. So can containers with hidden
metal [twist-ties, foil-lining, staples, metallic
glaze or trim]. Test dinnerware or cookware
before using. See page23.
c. If materials inside the oven should ignite,
keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
17. Read and follow
"OPERATING SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS" starting on page 23,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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