DeLonghi MW 345 Instruction Manual page 2

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I M P O R T A N T
Read carefully these instructions and keep for future reference
1) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a competent person (trained by the manufacturer or by its
Customer Service).
2) WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry
out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which
gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
3) WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable
to explode. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave
ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has
ended.
4) WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without
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. Do not allow children near the oven
when it is in operation, as this may result in severe burns.
5) Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the safety devices.
6) Do not operate the oven if objects for any kind get stuck between the
front panel of the oven and the door. Always keep the inside of the door
(C) clean, using a damp cloth and non-abrasive detergents. Do not
allow dirt or remains of food to accumulate between the front panel of
the oven on the door.
7) Do not operate the oven if the supply cable or the plug is damaged, as
this may result in electric shocks.
8) If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED in order
to stifle any flames.
9) Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. In order to avoid overheating and
the consequent risk of fire, it is advisable to supervise the oven when cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, cardboard or other inflammable materials, and when heating small
quantities of food.
10) Never place the turntable in water after it has ben heated for a long time. The high thermal shock
resulting would break the turntable.
11) When cooking "Only MICROWAVE", you
foodstuffs in it) and you must not operate it when it is empty, because you might cause sparking.
12) Before using this oven, check to be certain that the utensil and containers chosen are suitable for
microwave oven use (see the section on "Ovenware to be used").
13) During the use the appliance becomes hot. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.
14) When heating liquids (water, coffee, milk, etc.) it is possible that the contents may suddenly start
S A F E G U A R D S
absolutely must not pre-heat the oven (without
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