Merrychef 402s - Manual (Page 3)

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1. Read this manual before using your oven.
. As with all electrical appliances, it is wise to have the electrical connections inspected periodically.
3. The oven interior, door seals should be cleaned frequently, following the instructions described in the
CleAninG section.
4. There is no need to switch off your oven after each function but remember to switch off at the end of the
day or period of operation.
5. Microwave energy should not be used to dry linen or warm plates.
6. As with any cooking appliance, care should be taken to avoid combustion of the items within the oven.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED
7. ensure food is placed centrally in cavity for best results.
8. When using the microwave only function, cover the food to prevent splashing the walls of the cavity.
9. Food in combustible plastic or paper containers should only be used in microwave only function and
checked frequently to avoid the possibility of ignition.
10. items should be unwrapped when using convection and combination functions.
11. eggs and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated using the microwave or combination function as
they may explode.
12. Food with a skin, e.g. potatoes, apples, sausages etc. should be pierced before heating.
13. Food should not be heated in a completely sealed container as the build-up of steam may cause it to
explode.
14. excess fat should be removed during ‘roasting’ and before lifting heavy containers from the oven.
15. in the event of glass breaking or shattering within the oven, ensure that food is totally free of glass
particles. if in doubt, dispose of any food that was in the oven at the time of the breakage.
16. DO nOT attempt to operate this oven with: object caught in door, door that does not close properly or
damaged door, hinge, latch, sealing surface or without food in the oven.
If smoke is observed:
 Switch off
 isolate from the electrical supply
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Keep the door closed to stifle any flames
1. DO nOT operate empty, without food or liquid inside the oven, as this will result in overheating and may
cause damage.
2. neVeR remove the exterior casework of the oven.
3. neVeR remove any fixed internal parts of the oven.
4. neVeR tamper with the control panel, door, seals, or any other oven part.
5. DO nOT obstruct air vents/filters or steam outlet.
6. NEVER hang tea towels or cloths on any part of the oven.
7. if the door seals are damaged, the oven must be repaired by an approved engineer.
8. All service and repair work must be carried out by an approved engineer.
9. if the power cable is damaged in any way it MUST be replaced by an approved engineer.
10. When handling hot liquids, foods, and containers, care should be taken to avoid scalds and burns.
11. When heating liquids using microwave only or combination function, the contents should be stirred prior
to heating to avoid eruptive boiling.
12. Feeding bottles and baby food jars should be opened when heating, the contents stirred or shaken and
the temperature checked prior to consumption to avoid burns.
13. never use the oven to heat alcohol, e.g. brandy, rum etc. Also, food containing alcohol, such as
Christmas pudding, can more easily catch fire if overheated.
14. never attempt to deep fry in the oven.
15. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
16. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance
PleASe ReAD THe FOllOWinG SAFeTY inSTRUCTiOnS CAReFUllY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS