What are some general safety precautions for microwave ovens?
Safety tips for operation of microwave ovens: • Do not operate oven when empty. • Exercise extreme caution if you have a pacemaker implant. Microwave radiation may cause pacemaker interference. • Persons with pacemaker implants should not be near a microwave oven unless they are sure that it is in good operating condition and there is no leakage of microwave radiation. • Check to see that door seal and inside surfaces of door and oven cavity are clean after each use. • Keep out of the reach of children. Do not permit young children to operate the oven. • Do not put face close to door window when oven is operating. Safety tips for installation and maintenance of microwave ovens include: • Take special care to ensure that no damage occurs to the part of the oven making contact with the door or door seals. • Ensure that the microwave is unplugged or disconnected from electrical power before reaching into any accessible openings or attempting any repairs. • Ensure that the adjustment of ap
