Miele HR1622 Operating Instructions Manual page 16

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper use
 The oven becomes very hot while in use. Use caution to
ensure that you are not burned on the heating elements or interior
surfaces of the oven. Use pot holders when placing food in the
oven, adjusting the racks, etc. in a hot oven.
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Caution: Heating elements may be hot even though they are not
glowing. Interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause
burns. External parts of the oven such as the door glass, vents, and
the control panel can become hot. During and after use, do not
touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials come into contact
with heating elements or interior surfaces of the oven until they have
had sufficient time to cool.
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Do not let food sit in the oven for more than one hour before or
after cooking. Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
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Use only dry, heat-resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders
used on hot surfaces may result in steam burns. Do not let
potholders come in contact with oil or grease. Do not substitute dish
towels or other bulky items for potholders. Do not let potholders
touch hot heating elements.
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Loose fitting or hanging garments present a fire hazard. Wear
proper apparel while operating the appliance.
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Do not heat up food in closed containers, as pressure will build up
in the container, causing them to explode.
Do not use the range to boil or heat up cans.
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Never pour cold water onto hot surfaces in a hot oven.
The steam created could cause serious burns or scalding and the
sudden change in temperature can damage the enamel in the oven.
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To prevent burns, always place oven racks at their desired height
while the oven is cool. If the rack must be moved while the oven is
hot, do not let pot holders touch hot heating elements.
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