Important Safeguards - Russell Hobbs RHMO340 Instructions & Warranty

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

General Safeguards
1. To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse the power cord, plug, or microwave
oven in water or any other liquid.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including 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 appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. This appliance is not a toy. Children shall be supervised to ensure they do not play with
the appliance.
4. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has
malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
5. There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord or appliance is damaged, it must
be replaced/repaired by a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
6. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave
ovens. To check whether or not a utensil is suitable, please refer to the "Microwave Safe
Containers/Utensils" section.
7. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapours in this appliance.
8. Do not use this microwave for commercial purposes. This microwave oven is made for
household use only.
9. This oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
10. The microwave oven has several built-in safety switches to ensure that the power remains
off when the door is open. Do not tamper with these switches.
11. Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store combustible items such as
bread, cookies, paper products etc. inside the oven.
12. Do not use the oven for the purpose of dehumidification. Do no dry clothes, newspapers
or other materials in the microwave oven. They may catch on fire.
13. Do not heat warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth or similar materials as it may
lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
14. Do not store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven. It could be a fire
hazard.
15. Always turn off and unplug from the power outlet before cleaning the appliance.
16. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration that could
adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
17. When cleaning door and oven surfaces, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft cloth. The heating of corrosive chemicals in this oven may
create microwave radiation leaks.
18. To disconnect, set the switch on the wall power outlet to OFF, then grasp the plug and
withdraw it from the wall socket. Never pull by the cord.
19. Do not use appliance for other than its intended purpose as described in the Instruction
Manual.
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