Grounding Instructions; Materials You Can Use In A Microwave Oven - Westinghouse WST3504 User Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING – Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exist as to whether
the appliance is properly grounded.
• Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service man install an
outlet near the appliance.
Testing Containers and Utensils
Some non-metallic containers and utensils become extremely hot when used in a microwave oven. To avoid risk of scalding, use the
following procedure to determine if a container or utensil is safe for microwave use:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup (250 ml)of cold water. Place it in the microwave oven along with the container
or utensil in question.
2. Turn the oven on maximum power for 1 minute. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
3. Carefully feel the container. If the empty container is warm,do not use it for microwave cooking.

Materials You Can Use in a Microwave Oven

Cooking
Accessories
(not included
Remarks
with Microwave)
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer ' s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer ' s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates Use microwave-safe plates only for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use microwave-safe paper towels only to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.
Parchment Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap paper for steaming.
Plastic containers Use microwave-safe containers only. Follow the manufacturer ' s instructions. Containers should be labeled "Microwave-Safe."
Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot. "Boiling bags " and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced,
or vented as directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Plastic wrap
Use a cover to prevent splattering and to help retain moisture.
Wax paper
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS