Zanussi ZM17M - Manual (Page 5)

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ZM17M English
Safety Instructions
• The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the
microwave oven from operating when the door
is open.
• Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operate
the oven with the door open as open door
operation can result in exposure to microwave
energy.
• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning
instructions.
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it
has been repaired by qualified service
personnel.
• It is particularly important that the oven door
closes properly and that there is no damage to
the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches
(broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing
surface.
• It is hazardous for anyone except factory trained
service personnel to service or make adjustments
to this oven. Contact your nearest
authorised service agent should service be
required.
• Do not remove the outer case, door or control
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure
to extremely high voltage.
• Install or locate this oven only in accordance
with “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found
in this manual.
• Use the appliance for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost
food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use neither for commercial use as
this will invalidate the guarantee.
• Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water
is not present to absorb the microwave energy,
the magnetron tube can be damaged.
• Close supervision is necessary when the oven is
used by children.
• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use
this product near water.
• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in
the microwave oven. These items can ignite.
• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in use.
Utensil safety
• Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the
microwave oven. Although microwave energy
will not heat most glass and ceramic items,
these utensils can become hot as heat transfers
from the food to the container. The use of oven
gloves to remove dishes is recommended.
Testing suitability of cookware
• Place the cookware in the microwave along with
a glass half full of water. Heat on 700W (100%)
for one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you
should not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you
can use it for reheating but not for cooking. If the
dish is room temperature, it is suitable for
microwave cooking.
• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates,
cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard are
great convenience utensils. Always be sure
containers are filled with food to absorb energy
and thus avoid the possibility of overheating.
• Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers
and plastic wraps may be used in the
microwave oven. Follow manufacturer’s
instructions when using plastics in the oven.
Avoid using plastic utensils with foods that have
high fat or sugar content since these foods
reach high temperatures and could melt some
plastics.
• Do not leave oven unattended, and look at it
from time to time when heating or cooking food in
plastic, paper or other combustible containers. If
smoke is observed, keep door closed, switch the
oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops.
• Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim
should not be used in the microwave oven,
unless specifically recommended for microwave
use.
• Containers with restricted openings, such as
bottles, should not be used for microwave
cooking.
• Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a
dish to avoid steam burns.