Important Safety Instructions - Tricity Bendix TMC209 Instruction Manual

WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT DISMANTLE
Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety
and to reduce the risk of injury or electrical shock.
Read all the instructions and retain them.
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Before use check that the voltage stated on the rating plate on
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the rear of your microwave oven corresponds to your mains
voltage.
The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not plug the oven
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into a mains adaptor into which other units are connected.
WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must
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not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person.
WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
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person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves
the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure
to microwave energy;
Do not use the microwave oven with a damaged cord or plug or
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after the appliance has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek
expert assistance.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or buttons only. Allow
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the appliance to cool before cleaning.
WARNING : Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This
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could cause damage to the oven.
Do not immerse the body of the microwave oven or the
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electrical cord or plug in water or liquids.
Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric
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burner.
Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant surface.
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Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is
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operational.
Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot surface
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or overhang a table edge.
Do not use the microwave oven outdoors.
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Unplug the oven when not in use and before cleaning.
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Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place objects on top of
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the oven.
Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by
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the manufacturer.
WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without
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supervision when adequate instructions have been given so
that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper use.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
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children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliances by a person responsible for their safety
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
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with the appliance.
Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used when removing a
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hot container from the oven.
Do not use the microwave oven for any purpose not expressly
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specified in this manual.
When not in use, do not store utensils, food or other objects in
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the oven.
There are no user serviceable parts in your microwave oven.
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Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product
warranty.
When cooking with your oven:
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
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When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye
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on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
If you use plastic film when re-heating or cooking food use only
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film designed for microwave ovens and ensure that the film
does not touch the food. If necessary, prick the film all over to
allow steam to escape.
Grill & microwave/grill cooking: Do not use paper or plastic
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containers, or plastic film. Utensils for combination-cooking
should be heatproof and microwave safe.
Use your microwave oven only to heat food.
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Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the microwave
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oven. The oil could catch fire.
Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers
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since they are liable to explod . e If covered containers are used,
the covers should be loose. Move such containers to and from
the oven with care as food may splash and the lid may fall.
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Important Safety Instructions

Eggs in their shells (whether raw or cooked), fruits in thick skins
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and nuts in their shells should not be heated in the microwave as
they may explode even after microwave heating has ende
Items such as potatoes, sausages and chestnuts must be peeled
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or pierced thoroughly before cooking.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be
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stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before
consumption, in order to avoid burns.
Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive
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boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the
container.
Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure about how long
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to cook a food for, start with a short cooking time, and check the
food regularly.
Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any
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food deposits.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to
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deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of
the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and
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keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
CAUTION: When Using the Convection Oven or Grill:
Use oven gloves when inserting and removing utensils when
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the grill or convection oven is on. DANGER OF BURNS.
When you remove utensils from the oven, place them on a
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heatproof surface, or on an insulating mat.
Keep small children away from the grill and hot dishes
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Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due
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to the temperatures generated.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your
electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating
plate of the appliance
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The disconnect device for this appliance is the mains plug.
The mains plug must not be obstructed in any way and must
remain readily removeable from the mains supply.
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