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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
2.7 Cleaning safety
Follow these safety instructions when cleaning your
appliance.
WARNING
Be sure the entire appliance has cooled and grease has
solidified before attempting to clean any part of the
appliance.
CAUTION
Grease left on filters can re-melt and move into the vent.
Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan, filters, or exhaust ducts.
¡ Use care when cleaning the exhaust filters. Corrosive
cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners may
damage the filter.
→ "Cleaning and maintenance", Page 22
¡ When cleaning surfaces of door and appliance cavity
that come together on closing the door, use only mild,
non-abrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth. See door surface cleaning
instructions.
→ "Cleaning and maintenance", Page 22
¡ Clean turntable roller rest and appliance cavity bottom
frequently to prevent excessive noise.
¡ Allow the glass tray to cool before cleaning or placing in
water.
2.8 Cooking safety
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe
the following:
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Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
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Do not store flammable material next to or in the
appliance.
When flaming foods under the appliance, always turn
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the fan on.
Do not operate the appliance while empty. This could
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damage the appliance and result in a risk of fire.
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Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
flammables or nonfood products in or near this
appliance. It is specifically designed for use when
heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.
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Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in
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the appliance. Do not use newspapers or paper bags
for cooking. Fire could result.
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Do not use recycled paper products unless labeled safe
for microwave use. They may contain impurities which
may cause sparks and result in fires when used.
Always use potholders when removing items from the
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appliance. The cooking container and the glass tray
can be hot even if the appliance is cool.
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Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation
system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach
through fire to turn it off.
Do not mount over a sink.
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Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance
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surface when the appliance is in operation.
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Oversized food or oversized metal utensils should not
be inserted in a microwave as they may create a fire or
risk of electric shock.
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Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can
break off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a
risk of electric shock.
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Do not use paper products when appliance is operated
in the toaster mode.
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Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's
recommended accessories, in this appliance when not
in use.
Do not cover racks or any other part of the appliance
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with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the
appliance.
2.9 In case of fire
If materials inside an appliance should ignite:
¡ Keep the appliance door closed.
¡ Turn the appliance off.
¡ Unplug the appliance or shut off at fuse or circuit
breaker.
2.10 Liquids
WARNING
Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to
be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container
is removed from the microwave is not always present.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID