D) Protecting The Environment; Installing Your Appliance; A) Utensils - Brandt GE2626B Instruction Manual

d) Protecting the environment

It is valuable to note that the micro-waves trigger within the food a simple thermal
phenomenon and that they are not harmful to one's health.
At the end of its life this product must not be discarded with household waste. It must
be taken to a recycling centre or to your dealer. This makes it possible to avoid
consequences resulting from inappropriate disposal that are harmful to health and the
environment, and to recycle materials to save energy and significant resources.
A logo appears on the product reminding you not to discard it with household waste.
For further information, contact your council offices or the shop where you bought this
product.
Your appliance also contains various recyclable materials. Thus it is stamped with this logo
to indicate to you that used appliances should be mixed with other waste. The recycling
of appliances organised by your manufacturer will take place under the best conditions,
in compliance with European directive 2002/96/CE concerning electrical and electronic
equipment waste.
Consult your city hall or your retailer to find the drop-off points for used appliances that
is nearest to your home. We thank you for your help in protecting the environment.
2)

INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE

a) Utensils
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
microwave oven." There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for
microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure
below.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in
question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
Caution
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or
repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against
exposure to microwave energy.
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