Panasonic NE-1257R - Precautions for Microwave Exposure; Important Safety Instructions

(a) 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 defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks. Under normal
conditions, the oven will not operate with the
door open.
Do not place any object between the oven
front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(b)
-PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
IMPORTANT SAFE
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the :
(1) door (bent)
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loose)
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.
INSTRUCTIONS
Your microwave oven is a cooking device and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any other
cooking device.
When using this electric appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING——To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Read and follow “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on page 3.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a
properly grounded outlet. See “Grounding
instructions” found on page 4.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance
with the provided installation instructions found on
page 4.
5. Do not cover or block any openings on this
appliance.
6. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not
use this product near water for example, near a
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.
7. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of
oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food. It
is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
8. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that
come together on closing the door, use only mild,
non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
9. As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
10. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has
been damaged or dropped.
11.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
12. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
14. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified
service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized
service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
15. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
| containers (for example, closed glass jars) may
explode and should not be heated in this oven.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
| (a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance
if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials
are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bag in oven.
(c) !f materials inside the oven should ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect
the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
(d) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
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