Read and follow the specific precautions in thePRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVEMICROWAVE ENERGY section above. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properlygrounded outlet. See the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS sectionon page 8. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with theprovided installation instructions. Be certain to place the front surface of the door 3" or moreback from the countertop edge to avoid accidental tipping ofthe appliance in normal usage. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marineuse. Do not mount this appliance over a sink. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged powercord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has beendamaged or dropped. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described inthis manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in thisappliance. This microwave oven is specifically designed toheat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory orindustrial use. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use thisSURGXFWQHDUZDWHU³IRUH[DPSOHLQDZHWEDVHPHQWQHDUDswimming pool, near a sink or in similar locations. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance whenit is in operation. Keep power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not immerse power cord or plug in water. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:³ 'RQRWRYHUFRRNIRRG&DUHIXOO\DWWHQGDSSOLDQFHZKHQpaper, plastic or other combustible materials are placedinside the oven while cooking.³ 5HPRYHZLUHWZLVWWLHVDQGPHWDOKDQGOHVIURPSDSHURUplastic containers before placing them in the oven.³ 'RQRWXVHWKHRYHQIRUVWRUDJHSXUSRVHV'RQRWOHDYHpaper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven whennot in use.³ ,IPDWHULDOVLQVLGHWKHRYHQLJQLWHNHHSWKHRYHQGRRUFORVHGturn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shutoff power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door isopened, the fire may spread. See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care andcleaning of the microwave oven section of this manual. Donot use cleaners with ammonia or alcohol on the microwaveoven. Ammonia and alcohol can damage the appearance ofthe microwave. GE does not support any servicing of this microwave oven,except as described by the Consumer Support sectionsof this manual. Do not attempt to service the microwaveoven yourself. If service is desired, this appliance should beserviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact thenearest authorized service facility for examination, repair oradjustment. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary whenused by children.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:WARNING!To reduce risk of burns, electric shock, fire, personal injury or exposure to excessive microwave energy.PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURETO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY2(a) Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the dooropen since open-door operation can result in harmfulexposure to microwave energy. It is important not todefeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.( b) Do Not Place any object between the oven frontface and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue toaccumulate on sealing surfaces.(c) Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It isparticularly important that the oven door close properlyand 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 byanyone except properly qualified service personnel.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS