EMS 1882English
Safety instructions
Y The built-in safety interlock switches preventutensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
the microwave oven from operating when the
If smoke is observed, switch off or
door is open.unplug the appliance and keep the door!
Y Do not tamper with them, or attempt toclosed in order to sti�e any �ames.
operate the oven with the door open as openNever use water.
door operation can result in exposure to
microwave energy.
Y Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue toOnly allow children to use the microwave!
without supervision when adequate
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See theinstructions have been given so that the
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning
instructions.child is able to use the microwave in a
safe way and understand the hazards of
Y It is particularly important that the oven doorimproper use.
closes properly and that there is no damage
to the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and
Utensil safety
latches (broken or insecure), (3) door seals
and sealing surface.Y Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the
microwave oven. Although microwave energy
If the door, hinges/latches or door seals
are damaged, the microwave must not!will not heat most glass and ceramic items,
these utensils can become hot as heat
be operated until it has been repaired bytransfers from the food to the container. The
a authorized service person.
use of oven gloves to remove dishes is
recommended.
It is hazardous for anyone except factory
trained service personnel to service or!
Testing suitability of cookware
make adjustments to this oven. Contact
your nearest authorised service agent ifY Place the cookware in the microwave along
service should be required.with a glass half full of water. Heat on HIGH
(100%) for one minute. If the cookware feels
Y Do not remove the outer case, door or control hot, you should not use it. If it is just slightly
panel at any time. Doing so may causewarm, you can use it for reheating but not for
cooking. If the dish is room temperature, it is
exposure to extremely high voltage.suitable for microwave cooking.
Y Install or locate this oven only in accordance
with �installation instructionsOfound in thisY Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels,
plates, cups, cartons, freezer wrap and
manual.cardboard are great convenience utensils.
Y Use the appliance for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not useAlways be sure containers are Ţlled with food
to absorb energy and thus avoid the
corrosive chemicals in this appliance. Thispossibility of overheating.
type of oven is speciŢcally designed to heat,
cook, or defrost food. It is not designed forY Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers
and plastic wraps may be used in the
industrial or laboratory use neither formicrowave oven.Follow manufacturerOs
commercial use as this will invalidate the
guarantee.instructions when using plastics in the oven.
Avoid using plastic utensils with foods that
Y Do not operate the oven empty. If food orhave high fat or sugar content since these
water is not present to absorb the microwave
energy, the magnetron tube can be damaged.foods reach high temperatures and could
melt some plastics.
Y Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do notY Do not leave oven unattended, and look at it
use this product near water.
Y Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapersfrom time to time when heating or cooking
food in plastic, paper or other combustible
in the microwave oven. These items cancontainers. If smoke is observed, keep door
ignite.closed, switch the oven off or disconnect
Y Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.oven until smoke stops.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
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