Mlcrowave Oven; Important Safety Instructions - Whirlpool MH6700XW-1 Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Mlcrowave ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efflclent
operation. However, as wlfh any appliance, there are special lnstallatlon
and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and
saffsfactory operation and prevent damage to fhe untt.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, Injury to persons,
or damage when using the mlcrowave oven, follow basic
precauffons, Including the followlng:
1.
Read ail instructions before using the a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
microwave oven.
appliance if paper, plastic, or other com-
2. Read and follow the s
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIB r
ific "PRECAU- bustibie materials are placed inside the
E EXPOSURE TO
oven to facilitate cooking. Paper can char
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found
or burn, and some
on page 3.
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iasttcs can melt if used
when heating f s.
3. This ap
P
iiance must be grounded. Con- b' Do not deep fry in Oven'
nect oni o ro riy rounded outlet. See
"GROUNLiN8 i&?RU~TiONS" found in the
c. Test dlnnerware or cookware before
uslng. See page 32. Some dishes
installation instructions.
(melamine, Centura,@ etc.) absorb micro-
wave energy, becomin
tp
too hot to handle
4. install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided instaiiatlon
and slowing cooking mes. Remove wire
twist-ties from paper or plastic ba
instructions. placing
bag in oven. Cooking 9
s before
n metal
5. Some products such as whole eggs and
containers not designed for microwave use
sealed containers - for exam
cf
ie, closed
can damage the oven, as can containers
glass jars - may explode an should not
with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, sta-
be heated in this oven.
pies, metallic glaze or trim.)
6.
Use this appliance only for its intended
d. if materials inside the oven should ignite,
useas.descrtbedtnthtsmanuai..Do@use
k eep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
corrosrve chemicals or vapors In thus ap
disconnect the power cord, or shut off
piiance. This ty
signed to h ear
of oven is specifically de-
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
cookl Or dry food. it Is not
8. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
7. As with any appliance, close supervi-
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
sion is necessary when used by children.
14. Read and follow "Operating Safety Pre-
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a
cautions" starting on page 30.
damaged cord or plug, f it IS not working
15, Bet ause of the automatic
exhaust fan
properly,
or if it has been damaged or
f ea t ure, the following
cautions must be
dropped. Electrical shock, fire or other haz-
observed.
ards may result.
a. Do not leave the area when using your
9. This a
by quaii P
piiance should be serviced only
cooktop at a high setting. Accidental fires
on the surface
ied service personnel. Call an au-
from boiiovers or spattenn
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thonzed WhiripooiSM service company for
unit could spread, especia iy if the exhaust
examination, repair or adjustment.
fan is operating.
b. Do not allow
10.
Do not cover or block any opening on
P
rease and soil to build up
in the grease fi ter. Exhaust fan efficiency
the appliance. Fire may result.
will decrease and fire may result. Clean
11.
Do not store or use this appliance out-
often following the filter cleaning instruc-
doors. Do not use this
for example, near a R
roduct near water -
ttons on page 2B
itchen sink, in a wet
c. Do not change the cooktop or oven
basement, or near a swimming pool, and
lights without turning the power off at the
the like.
main power supply, (see page 29). Eiec-
12. See door surface and interior cleaning
tricai shock may result.
instructions on page 27.
d. Do not flame foods on a cook-to
R
surface
13. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
below this unit. The fan, if opera 'ng, may
spread the flame and cause personal in-
cavity:
jury or properly damage.
SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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