5ENGLISHMICROWAVE OVEN SAFETYGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS• For all cord connected appliances:The microwave oven must be grounded.In the event of an electrical short circuit,grounding reduces the risk of electricshock by providing an escape wire for theelectric current. The microwave oven isequipped with a cord having a groundingwire with a grounding plug. The plug mustbe plugged into an outlet that is properlyinstalled and grounded.WARNING: Improper use of thegrounding can result in a risk of electricshock.Consult a qualified electrician orserviceman if the grounding instructionsare not completely understood, or if doubtexists as to whether the microwave ovenis properly grounded.Do not use an extension cord. If the powersupply cord is too short, have a qualifiedelectrician or serviceman install an outletnear the microwave oven.• For a permanently connected appliance:The microwave oven must be connectedto a grounded, metallic, permanent wiringsystem, or an equipment groundingconductor should be run with the circuitconductors and connected to theequipment grounding terminal or lead onthe microwave oven.ElectricalrequirementsObserve all governing codes andordinances. A 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only,15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply isrequired. (A time-delay fuse is recommended.)It is recommended that a separate circuitserving only this appliance be provided.Electrical Shock HazardPlug into a grounded 3 prongoutlet. Do not remove groundprong. Do not use an adapter.Do not use an extension cord.Failure to follow theseinstructions can result in death,fire, or electrical shock.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVEENERGY(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with thedoor open since open-door operation canresult in harmful exposure to microwaveenergy. It is important not to defeat or tamperwith the safety interlocks.(b) Do not place any object between the ovenfront face and the door or allow soil or cleanerresidue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It isparticularly important that the oven door closeproperly 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 repairedby anyone except properly qualified servicepersonnel.