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2. Connect the appliance to a properly grounded socket only. Use a safety socket
to minimize any risk of electric shock.
3. The technical data of your energy supply must meet the data on the rating label.
The main current circuit must be equipped with a safety shut-down device.
4. Any repair or service work including the removal of any cover, which protects
from exposure to microwave energy, must be performed by an qualified
professional only.
5. Only operate the appliance when the door is closed.
6. Unattended cooking with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire.
NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and
then cover flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket..
7. Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept
away. Do not touch the hot parts of the appliance. RISK OF BURNS!
8. Do not use the appliance to dry clothes or wet newspapers etc.
9. Do not use the appliance when it is empty.
10. In order to reduce any risk of fire in the appliance:
a. Check the appliance frequently when you use plastic or paper containers.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before you place such a
bag in the appliance.
c. Switch off or unplug the appliance if you notice any smoke. Keep the door
closed to stifle any flames.
d. Do not use the appliance to store anything inside.
e. Do not leave any items, e.g. paper, cooking utensils or food, inside the
appliance even when it is not running.
11. Do not fry in the appliance. Hot oil can damage parts of the appliance and
result in skin-burns.
12. Never heat any food or liquids in sealed containers, because they can explode.
13. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food should be stirred or shaken and
their temperature should be checked before serving to avoid burns.
14. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK!
15. Disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning or maintenance.
16. While unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags, polystyrene pieces,
etc.) should be kept away from children. CHOKING HAZARD!
17. This appliance may be operated by children aged from 8 years and above as
well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed
concerning the safe use of the appliance and do comprehend the hazards
involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user-
maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
18. Children must never play with the appliance. Touching the appliance during
operation can cause serious burns.