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Cooking Use
As the power of different microwave ovens can vary considerably, care must be taken when first using this
appliance as it may cook faster than expected.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
WARNING : Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have
given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper
use; DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything
without close supervision. The microwave MUST NOT be treated nor used like a toy.
• Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content, such as Christmas pudding or fruitcake.
The sugar or fat can overheat and in some cases catch fire.
Fire!
In the event of fire:
• Keep the microwave door closed.
• Turn off the power.
• Unplug the appliance from the mains power.
First Aid
Treat scalding by:
• Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least 10 minutes.
• Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not use creams, oils or lotions.
Cleaning your Microwave
The microwave should be cleaned regularly and food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the microwave
in a clean condition can affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. (See
cleaning your microwave)
Do not use these in your Microwave
• Metal objects are not to be used in the microwave. These include:
- Metal cooking utensils.
- Metal plates or trays
- Wine twist ties
- Crockery with metal trims
- Meat thermometer
• Never use equipment made of metal, except foil in your microwave. The microwave energy cannot pass
through the metal so it bounces off and sparks against the inside of the microwave.
• Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment is causing sparks.
• Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the edge. Even this trim can cause sparks.
Containers
WARNING : Pressure will build up in sealed containers and can cause them to explode. Therefore, do not
use the following in your microwave:
- Sealed containers - Capped bottles - Vacuum containers
- Sealed jars - Hard-boiled eggs - Eggs in their shells
- Nuts
• Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as potatoes.
• Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a microwave. Damaged glass can explode.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
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