Sharp RS172 Mode D'emploi page 309

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
petent person to carry out any service or repair opera-
tion which involves the removal of a cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.
11. If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange
must be made by an authorised SHARP service agent.
12. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heat-
ed in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
13. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
14. Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole hard boiled
eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since
they may explode even after microwave cooking has
ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been
scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or
the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs
before reheating them in the microwave oven.
15. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are
suitable for use in the oven. See page GB-25. Use only
microwave safe containers and utensils on microwave
modes.
16. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must
be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked be-
fore consumption, in order to avoid burns.
17. The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, dishes, accessories
will become very hot during operation.
18. Care should be taken to avoid touching these areas.
To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves. Before
cleaning make sure they are not hot. When heating
food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the
oven due to the possibility of ignition.
19. If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
20. Clean the oven at regular intervals and remove any
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