GE PEM31DFBB - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
„ Read and follow the specific precautions in the
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY section above.
„ This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly
grounded outlet. See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS section
on page 5.
„ Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the
provided installation instructions.
„ Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3" or more
back from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping of
the appliance in normal usage.
„ This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use.
„ Do not mount this appliance over a sink.
„ Do not mount the microwave oven over or near any portion
of a heating or cooking appliance.
„ Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven
surface when the microwave oven is in operation.
„ Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
„ Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
„ Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed to
heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or
industrial use.
„ Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this
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swimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations.
„ Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
„ Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.
„ Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter.
„ To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven while cooking.
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plastic containers before placing them in the oven.
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paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when
not in use.
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turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut
off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is
opened, the fire may spread.
„ See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and
cleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual.
„ GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven,
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this manual. Do not attempt to service the microwave oven
yourself. If service is desired, this appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest
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„ This appliance must only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for
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„ As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when
used by children.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or
to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
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(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door
open since open-door operation can result in harmful
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defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
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face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(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 loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
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