Amana LD510 Owner's Manual page 5

Precautions

• Do not operate the oven when empty. It is best to

leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use.

The water will safely absorb all microwave energy if

the oven is accidentally started.

• Do not dry clothes in the microwave oven.

They may become carbonized or burned if heated

too long.

• Do not use the oven for drying kitchen towels or

paper products. They may burn.

• Do not use wooden containers. They may heat up

and / char.

• Do not use recycled paper products since they may

contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or

fires when used in cooking.

• Allow the turntable to cool before cleaning.

• Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or

heating time. If normal times are allowed, they may

overheat and burn.

• Before cooking, pierce the skin of fruit and

vegetables.

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WARNING : Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to

explode.

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WARNING : Do not allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have

been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the

hazards of improper use.

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WARNING : If the oven door and door seal are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been

repaired by a qualified service technician.

WARNING : Do not attempt to tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel,

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safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. It is hazardous for anyone to carry out

any service or repair operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives

protection against exposure to microwave energy. Repair should only be undertaken by a

qualified service technician.

• Do not cook eggs in their shell.

Pressure will build up inside the egg which will burst.

• Do not attempt deep fat frying in your oven.

• If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the

oven from the power supply and keep the oven door

closed in order to stifle any flames.

• When food is heated or cooked in disposable

containers of plastic, paper or other combustible

materials, check the oven frequently due to the

possibility of ignition.

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