Whirlpool YKHMS145J User Manual

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Microwave Oven Safety
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) 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.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front
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.
(d)
The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly qualified service 
personnel.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Suitable for use above both gas and electric 
cooking equipment.
Intended to be used above ranges with maximum 
width of 36 inches.
Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease 
should not be allowed to accumulate on hood 
or filter.
When flaming foods under the hood, turn the 
fan on.
Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. 
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based 
oven cleaners, may damage the filter.
Do not cover or block any openings on the 
microwave oven. 
Do not store this microwave oven outdoors. Do 
not use the microwave oven near water - for 
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or 
counter.
Do not mount over a sink.
Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils 
should not be inserted in the microwave oven 
as they may create a fire or risk of electric 
shock.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces 
can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts 
involving a risk of electric shock.
Do not use paper products when appliance is 
operated in the "PAN BROWN" mode.  
Do not store any materials, other than 
manufacturer's recommended accessories, in this 
oven when not in use.
Do not cover racks or any other part of the 
oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating 
of the oven.
Do not store anything directly on top of the 
microwave oven when the microwave oven is in 
operation.