Safety Instructions - DeLonghi AC925EFY User Instructions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. The oven must be placed on a level surface.
2. The turntable and turntable ring assembly must always be used in the oven during cooking. Place the cookware gently on
the turntable and handle it carefully to avoid possible breakage.
3. Incorrect use of dish for browning food may cause turntable to break.
4. Use only the specified bag size when using pre-prepared popcorn.
5. The 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.
6. Do not operate the microwave oven when empty. Operating the oven with no food or food that is extremely low in moisture
can cause fire, charring or sparking.
7. Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable. Excessive local heating of the turntable may cause the turntable to break.
8. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature should be carefully
checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
9. Do not heat narrow-necked containers, such as syrup or sauce bottles.
10. Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven.
11. Do not attempt home canning in this microwave oven as it is impossible to be sure all contents of the jar have reached
boiling temperature.
12. Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purpose. This microwave oven is made for household use only.
13. Caution : Stir the liquid prior to and during heating / reheating, let liquid stand for at least 10 seconds after cooking and always
take care when adding ingredients to hot liquids. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
14. Check the food in the microwave oven frequently to avoid burning due to overheating.
15. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface which could adversely affect the
life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
16. Stand at arm's length when opening the door to avoid scalding when steam or hot air is released.
17. ALWAYS allow an appropriate standing time after the oven has switched off according to the food being cooked to allow
heat to distribute evenly throughout the food.
18. Use oven gloves when removing any cookware from oven to reduce chance of being burned or scalded.
19. Read and follow the specific: "precautions for avoiding possible exposure to excessive microwave energy".
20. As with most cooking appliances, close supervision is necessary to reduce the risk of a fire in the oven cavity.
If a fire should start or smoke is observed:
a. Keep the oven door closed.
b. Turn the oven off and unplug the appliance.
21. 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.
22. Do not overcook food. Regularly observe the oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are used in the oven.
23. Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store items such as bread, cookies, paper products, etc. inside the
oven.
24. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.
25. This oven must be earthed. Connect only to properly earthed outlet. See "earthing installation".
26. Install or locate this oven in accordance with the installation instructions provided.
27. Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapours in this
appliance. This oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
28. Never allow children to use the oven without supervision unless adequate instructions have been given so that the children
are able to use the oven in a safe way and understand the hazards of improper use.
29. If the supply cord or plug is damaged, or if the oven is not working properly or has been dropped it must be replaced or
repaired by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
30. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service technicians. Contact the nearest authorised service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
31. Do not cover or block any vents on the oven.
32. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
33. Do not use this oven near water, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
34. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
35. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
36. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
37. When cleaning door and oven surfaces use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
38. There must be more than 30cm free or open space above the top surface of the oven.
39. Do not attempt to repair the oven yourself, please consult an authorised service agent.
40. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to try and override or tamper with the safety interlocks.
41. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no
damage to the, (1) door (i.e. door is not bent or dented), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and
sealing surfaces.
42. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
43. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
44. The lamp holder must be serviced by an authorised service agent.
45. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
46. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface,
which may result in shattering of the glass.
47. Do not use steam cleaners inside the cavity.
48. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elemetns inside the oven.
49. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or metal 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.
50. The product is classified as a Group 2, Class B, ISM appliance. Group 2 includes all ISM (Industrial, Scientific or Medical)
appliances in which radio frequencies are generated intentionally and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation to treat
materials, together with electroerosion equipment. Class B includes equipment for domestic use or on premises directly
connected to low voltage electricity supply for supplying buildings for residential use.
51. This appliance complies with EC directive 2004/108/EC on electromagnetic compatibility and European regulation no.
1935/2004 of 27/10/2004 on food contact materials.
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