RCA RMW1220 Manual - Page 3

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 1. 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. 2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. 3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is very important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the a) Door (including any bent), b) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened), c) Door seals and sealing surfaces. 4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" on page 2. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" on page 5. 4. Do not operate the oven when empty. 5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions. 6. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers -for example, closed glass jars- are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven. 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, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. 8. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. 9. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: 2