Logik L17MSS10 Instruction Manual PDF

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Stainless Steel Microwave Instruction Manual L17MSS10

Important Safety Instructions

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Please Read Carefully and Keep for Future Reference

l If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a qualified technician.

l If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to contain any flames.

l If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similar qualified technician.

l If you have a pacemaker, please contact your doctor before using a microwave oven.

Microwave use l This microwave is not intended for

commercial use. l It should never be used for drying clothes

or other non-food purposes. l The microwave should not be left

unattended when in use.

l Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.

l Only 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; DO NOT assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything without close supervision. The microwave MUST NOT be treated nor use like a toy.

Containers l Pressure will build up in sealed containers

and can cause them to explode. Therefore do not use the following in your microwave:

Sealed containers Capped bottles Vacuum containers Sealed jars Hard-boiled egg

Nuts l Always pierce the skin of fruit and

vegetables, such as potatoes.

Delayed boiling Liquids heated in a microwave can boil up when removing them from the microwave. Take the following precautions : l Always stir liquids, before & after

cooking l Allow them to stand l Use containers that are wider at the top

than the bottom

Preparing Food for babies Extra care must be taken when preparing food or drink for babies and small children. l Always test the food or liquid

temperature before giving it to baby.

l When using a baby bottle, ensure the teat is removed before heating.

l When warming milk, ensure the bottle is shaken.

First aid

Treat scalding by:

1 Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least 10 minutes.

2 Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not use creams, oils or lotions.

Fire

In the event of fire:

1 Keep the oven door closed.

2 Turn off the power.

3 Unplug from mains.

Safety

l Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content, such as Christmas pudding or fruitcake. The sugar or fat can overheat and in some cases catch fire.

Cleaning The oven should be cleaned regularly and food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition can affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. (See cleaning your microwave )

Eggs in their shells

l The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.

l To prevent high moisture content gather inside the oven cavity, open the door immediately after the cooking function has stopped to allow steam to escape.

Caution During cooking, outer surface will become hot, do not touch outer casing of appliance. Care should be taken not to store any items on top of your microwave oven.

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Maintenance of your Microwave It ishazardous for anyone other than a qualified technician to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

Cooking use As the power of different microwave ovens can vary considerably, care must be taken when first using this appliance as it may cook faster than your old unit.

l Only use utensils that are suitable for microwave use. Refer to the section on the correct utensils to use in this appliance.

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l Care should be taken so metal objects are not left in the microwave

These include : Metal cooking utensils Metal plates or trays Wire twist ties Crockery with metal trims Meat thermometer

Care should be taken when using paper, plastic, wooden or other combustible materials in the oven as they can catch fire Oil & fat for deep frying should not heated in the microwave

Only use cling film designed for microwave use & take extra care when removing the film to avoid steam burns Only heat popcorn that has been designed for microwave use.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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Electrical InformationElectrical Information Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your electricity supply is suitable for that indicated on the rating plate of the appliance. The ultimate disconnection from the power source is the mains plug. Always make sure it is easily accessible to be unplugged in the event of an emergency.

Earthing Instructions WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUSE BE EARTHED. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an earthed plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and earthed in accordance with all local standard and requirements.

Warning! Improper connection of the appliance-earthing conductor can result in a risk of an electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly earthed. Never modify the plug provided with the appliance. If the plug does not fit properly in the mains socket, have a qualified electrician to install a proper mains socket.

Contents

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Contents Unpacking and getting ready page 5

Introducing microwave cooking page 7

Setting the child lock page 12

Using the microwave page 13

Speedy Cooking page 15

Auto Menu page 16

Setting the Clock page 18

Program set in Advance page 19

Inquiring Function page 21

Using aluminium foil in your microwave page 25

Questions and answers page 26

Specification page 28

Two-Stage cooking page 20

Defrosting page 22

Cleaning your microwave page 24

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Unpacking and getting ready

1 After unpacking your oven, check that it has not been damaged whilst in the box. Make sure there are no dents, that the door closes properly. A dented or damaged oven could allow microwave energy to escape. Make sure that you have taken all the packaging from inside the oven.

2 Choose a flat work surface for your microwave away from heat sources such as radiators or fires, and away from anywhere that is very cold.

You should allow a 10cm space all around the oven and 30cm above so that warm air can escape from the vents during cooking it is not designed to be built in.

3 Plug your oven into a standard household electrical socket.

Avoid using a socket that also has an adaptor and other equipment plugged in.

4 Put the turntable ring inside the oven and place the glass turntable on top of the ring. The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the spindle.

You must always use the turntable and ring whenever you use the microwave.

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This microwave oven is designed for home use. It should not be used for commercial catering.

Unpacking

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Getting to know your microwave

Control panel The oven beeps when you choose a setting on the control panel

Turntable spindle

Display Shows the clock and cooking time/setting

Glass turntable

Turntable ring

Accessories: (included)

Clock/Pre-Set button Use this button to set clock and preset

Microwave button Use this button to select the function of microwave

Timer/Weight/ Auto Menu setting

For setting time, weight and auto menu

Stop/Clear button This button will stop cooking and clear cooking settings.

Start/+30Sec./Confirm button

Use this button once to instantly begin 30 seconds of microwave cooking, keep pressing to increase time.

LED display Shows the clock or cooking time/setting

Defrost by Wt./Time button

Use this button to set defrost by weight & defrost by time

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Introducing microwave cookingIntroducing microwave cooking

Always remember the basic safeguards you would follow when using any cooking equipment or handling hot food.

This page gives some of the basic guidelines for microwave cooking. If you are unfamiliar with using a microwave, there is more information at the back of this instruction booklet.

Cooking with a microwave

Cooking with a microwave is much faster than conventional cooking and, whilst you should make sure that food is fully cooked, you should be careful not to overcook it.

If you are cooking a number of individual foods at the same time, such as baked potatoes or small cakes, arrange them evenly on the turntable so that they cook evenly. Never stack food in your microwave.

Meat and poultry which is cooked for 15 minutes or more will brown lightly in it is own fat. Anything cooked for a shorter time can be brushed with a browning sauce to give an appetising colour.

Microwave energy can heat unevenly so stirring to distribute heat is very important. Always stir from the outside towards the centre.

Turn larger foods such as meat roasts and poultry during cooking so that the top and bottom cook evenly. It is also a good idea to turn chops and chicken pieces, especially if they contain the bone.

Strips of aluminium foil can be used to cover the thinner pieces of food to stop them overcooking before the thicker parts of the food have had a chance to cook. Use the foil sparingly and wrap around the food or container carefully to stop it touching the inside of the oven which could cause sparks.

You should always have your microwave checked if it is dropped or damaged.

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Introducing microwave cooking

Safety

Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a microwave. Damaged glass can explode.

Safety

Never use equipment made of metal, except foil in your microwave oven. The microwave energy can not pass through the metal so it bounces off and sparks against the inside of the oven.

Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment does cause sparks.

Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the edge. Even this trim can cause sparks.

Microwave ovens cook food using microwave energy that is similar to naturally occurring radio waves. Normally, these "waves" would fade as they disappeared into the atmosphere but in a microwave oven they are concentrated onto food causing it to heat up.

Microwave energy can not pass through metal so it can not escape from inside your microwave oven but it can pass through materials like glass, porcelain, plastic and paper. These are the things used to make microwave-safe cooking equipment.

Microwave-safe cooking equipment will still get hot as the food it contains heats up.

Checking your cooking utensils Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cooking utensils are safe to use in your microwave. If you are not sure you can use a utensil in your microwave, follow this simple test:

2 Turn the microwave oven on for 30 seconds only.

3 At the end of the time, carefully check to see if the water has warmed up. If the water has not warmed up but the utensil has, the utensil is not microwave-safe and should not be used in the oven.

The microwave energy focuses on the moisture in the food causing lots of tiny vibrations. The vibrations get so great that the moisture and the food heat up.

1 Put the utensil into the oven next to a cup of water use a cup that you know is microwave-safe. Close the door

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Introducing microwave cooking

700W is the output power of the oven.

D is the heating category for your oven.

Check the cooking times for category D on the food's packaging to see how long it should be cooked for.

More about getting the most from microwave cooking

Microwave heating categories Your oven has been tested and labelled to meet the government's voluntary agreement on the reheating of pre-cooked food.

The heating characteristics and output power levels of microwave ovens are usually calculated using a relatively large portion of food (a 1000 gram load, IEC 705) but many packs of pre-cooked food are sold in smaller packs, often about 350 grams. The government, in partnership with food companies and microwave manufacturers, have set up a system of heating categories to help you choose the reheating time for pre-cooked food.

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To Microwave: Remove outer packaging. Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES. Place on a microwaveable plate. Heat on full power. Turn halfway through heating.

To Microwave from Frozen: Remove outer packaging. Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES. Place on a microwaveable plate. Heat on full power. Turn halfway through heating.

Remember

Always check that the food is evenly cooked and piping hot before you serve it.

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Introducing microwave cooking

Steam When you microwave food, steam is created as water in the food heats up and evaporates.

The steam formed during microwave cooking is entirely safe. It has to escape from the microwave to prevent pressure from building up inside the oven. It does this through the vents on the back of the oven and from around the door.

Condensation As the steam cools, you may find the condensation gathers in small pools inside your microwave and on the work surface beneath the door and vents.

Always dry the oven after cooking foods with a high moisture content.

Your microwave is designed to let steam escape from the vents and around the door without microwave energy escaping.

There is no danger of microwave energy escaping with the steam.

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Checking your microwave Check your microwave is working after unpacking and whenever you think it might not be working properly.

1 Put the turntable ring inside the oven and place the glass turntable on top of the ring. The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the spindle.

You must always use the turntable and ring whenever you use the microwave. Place a cup of water on the turntable. Make sure the cup is microwave-safe it should not have any decorative metal trim.

Pull handle to open thedoor.

2 Close the oven door.

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4 Press the "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" button once. The oven light comes on during cooking.

5 When cooking finishes, the water should be hot - be careful when you take the cup out of the oven. Press the "Stop/Clear" button.

Press the "Stop/Clear"button to clear any settings that have already been made.

Safety

For your safety, the microwave stops if the oven door is opened during cooking. Close the door to continue the cooking cycle.

Hint

You can stop cooking at any time so that you can; check the food, turn the food over, stir it or leave the food to stand.

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Setting the child lock

Hint

Your oven has a safety feature that prevents children from using your oven. Once the child lock is set, you will be unable to use any functions, and no cooking can take place. However, your child can still open the oven door.

Setting the Child Lock

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2 To unlock: In locked state, press "Stop/Clear" for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep" denoting that the lock is released.

To lock: In waiting state, press "Stop/Clear" for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep" denoting entering the children-lock state and screen will display the locked indicator.

The child lock is a safety feature which when set will lock all of the buttons on your microwave. This prevents your microwave being used accidentally, though your microwave door will still open.

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Using the microwaveUsing the microwave

Basic microwave cooking and reheating

1 Press the "Stop/Clear"button.

2 Make sure the glass turntable and the turntable ring are inside the oven.

3 Press the "Microwave" key once, and "P100" display.

Hint:

Starting and stopping cooking

It is possible to check cooking progress at any time, by opening the door and inspecting the food. This interrupts the emission of microwave energy and the oven stops working until the door is closed again.

To resume cooking, close the door, and press the "Start/ +30Sec./Confirm"button.

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Using the microwave 4 Press "Microwave" for times or turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to select the microwave power from100% to 10%. "P100", "P80", "P50", "P30", "P10" will display in order.

Microwave Power Chart

Microwave Power 80% 50% 30% 10%100% P80 P50 P30 P10P100

5 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to confirm.

6 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the cooking time. (The time setting should be 0:05- 95:00.)

7 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to start cooking.

Display

Hint

If you do not open the oven door or press "Stop/Clear" when cooking time has elapsed, your microwave power will stop automatically.

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Microwave cooking

1 Put the turntable ring inside the oven and place the glass turntable on top of the ring. The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the spindle.

You must always use the turntable and ring whenever you use the microwave.

Close the oven door.

2 In waiting state, press "start/+30sec./confirm" key to cook with 100% power level for 30 seconds. Each press on the same key can increase 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.

3 During the microwave cooking and time defrost process, press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to increase the cooking time.

4 Under the states of auto menu and weight defrost, cooking time cannot be increased by pressing "Start/+30Sec./Confirm"

5 In waiting states, turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" left to choose the cooking time directly. After choosing the time, press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to start cooking. The microwave power is 100%.

Hint

The quick start feature allows you to set 30 seconds intervals of HIGH power cooking with the touch of the "Start/ +30Sec./Confirm"button.

Speedy Cooking

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Microwave cooking Auto Menu

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2 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to confirm the menu you choose;

3 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to choose the food weight;

4 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to start cooking;

In waiting states, turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" right to choose the menu from "A-1" to "A-8";

5 After the cooking is finished, the microwave will sound five times.

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Microwave cooking

Menu Weight(g)

A-1 AUTO

REHEAT

A-3 FISH

A-2 VEGETABLE

A-5 PASTA

A-4 MEAT

A-7 PIZZA

A-6 POTATO

A-8 SOUP

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The menu chart:

Vegetables can be boiled or steamed. Cover vegetables with boiling water before operation or add 2 tablespoons of water per 100g and cover with microwave safe cling film and pierce the cling film before operation. Caution - take care to avoid steam burns when removing the cling film.

The times provided are guidelines only - make sure fish is cooked through before consuming. Turn fish over half way through the cooking cycle. Thick pieces of food will require longer cooking times than thin pieces.

The times provided are guidelines only - make sure meat is cooked through before consuming. Turn meat over half way through the cooking cycle. Thick pieces of food will require longer cooking times than thin pieces. Cut meat into small equally sized pieces and place onto a microwave safe plate. Ensure meat is thoroughly cooked before consuming.

- Add 450ml cold water - Add 800ml cold water

Place soup in microwave safe dish cover with cling film, then pierce.

For reheat only.

Comment

Make sure food is thoroughly heated through.

For best results, once the potatoes are cooked wrap them in tin foil for at least 5 minutes to cook through.

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Display Time

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Microwave cooking

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Press "Clock/Pre-Set", the hour figure will flash;

Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the hour figures, the input time should be within 0--23.

Press "Clock/Pre-Set", the minute figures will flash.

Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the minute figures, the input time should be within 0--59.

Press "Clock/Pre-Set" to finish clock setting. ":" will flash.

When the microwave oven is connected to the mains, the oven will display "0:00" and will sound once.

Note: 1) If the clock is not set, it would not function when powered. 2) During the process of clock setting, if you press "Stop/Clear", the oven will go back to the previous status automatically.

Setting the clock

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Microwave cooking

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2 Input the cooking program. Two stages can be set at most. Defrosting should not be set in preset function.

3 Press "Clock/Pre-set" button and the hour figures will flash.

4 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the hour figures, the input time should be within 0--23.

Set the clock first. (Consult the instruction of clock setting.)

5 Press "Clock/Pre-Set", the minute figures will flash.

6 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the minute figures, the input time should be within 0--59.

7 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to finish setting. ":" will light, buzzer will ring twice when the time arrives, then cooking will start automatically.

Program set in Advance

Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes.

a. Press "Microwave" once; b. Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to choose 80% microwave power till "P80" display; c. Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to confirm; d. Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the cooking time of 7 minutes; After the above steps, please do not press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm". Then do as following:

Note: Clock must be set first; otherwise, the pre-set function will not work.

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Microwave cooking

Hint

During two stage cooking the oven door can be opened and food checked. Close the oven door and press Start and the cooking stage will continue.

If you wish to clear the programme press " Stop/ Clear " twice.

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Two-Stage cooking You can set a maximum of 2 stages for Two-Stage Cooking. If defrosting is among one of the stages, then it will be set as the first stage. The microwave will sound once after the completion of each stage. Note: Auto menu cannot be set as one of the Two-Stage Cooking. Example: if you want to defrost the food for 5 minutes, and then to cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes. The steps are as following:

Press "Wt./Time Defrost " twice, the screen will display "dEF2";

2 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the defrost time of 5 minutes;

3 Press "Microwave" once;

4 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to choose 80% microwave power till "P80" display;

5 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to confirm;

6 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to adjust the cooking time of 7 minutes;

7 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" to start cooking.

Microwave cooking

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While the oven is still at the pre-set state, press the "Clock/Pre-set" button once and the LED display will show the pre-set time for 3 seconds and the oven will then return to its original display.

Press the "Clock/Preset" button once and the LED display will show the time while the oven is at microwave cooking state. It will last for 3 seconds and the oven will then return to its original display.

Press the "Microwave" button once and the LED display will show the current cooking power while the oven is at microwave cooking state. It will last for 3 seconds and the oven will then return to its original display.

Inquiring Function

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Defrosting

Hint

You may wish to place the frozen food onto a plate or dish before placing it onto the defrost rack. This will ensure the food load is contained.

While the Oven is defrosting, open the oven door, turn the food over and separate to ensure even thawing, close the door. Press the "Stop/Clear" button.

Your oven will not stop defrosting unless the door is opened.

Note

The defrost rack is not included/ supplied in this microwave package.

Defrosting

2 Press "Wt./Time Defrost" once, the screen will display "dEF1".

3 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to select the food weight. The range of weight is 100-2000g.

4 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" key to start defrosting.

1 Make sure the glass turntable, turntable ring and defrost rack are inside the oven.

After putting your frozen food in the oven on the defrost rack, close the door.

Press the "Stop/Clear"button.

Defrost by weight

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Defrosting

Note

The defrost rack is not included/ supplied in this microwave package.

2 Press "Wt./Time Defrost" twice, the screen will display "dEF2".

3 Turn "Timer/Weight/Auto Menu" to select the cooking time. The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.

4 Press "Start/+30Sec./Confirm" key to start defrosting. The defrost power is P30 and it will not be changed.

1 Make sure the glass turntable, turntable ring and defrost rack are inside the oven.

After putting your frozen food in the oven on the defrost rack, close the door.

Press the "Stop/Clear"button.

Defrost By Time

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Cleaning

Warning

Ensure you unplug your microwave from the mains and wait for the oven to cool down completely before cleaning.

Caution Pay attention to the area around the wave guide cover which if not regularly cleaned can collect food residue creating a potential fire hazard.

Unplug your oven before you clean it.

The oven walls have a special enamel coating which makes cleaning very easy. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe off any splashes or a paper towel to mop up any spills. Wipe off grease with a damp cloth and a little detergent. Dry thoroughly. As with any oven, if grease is left to accumulate, it can smoke and even catch fire.

Clean behind the door ledge.

Keep the inside of the door clean with a damp cloth. Use warm soapy water for stubborn marks and dry thoroughly.

The inside of the door has a special coating and must not be cleaned with abrasive pads or cleaning powders

Check that the door catches are clean.

Keep the front of the oven clean so that the door can close properly.

Use warm soapy water to clean the outside of the oven. Do not use abrasive pads or powders that could scratch the surface.

Unplug the oven before cleaning the power lead. Wipe with a damp cloth and leave to dry before plugging it back in.

Be careful not to spill water into the vents.

Treat the turntable as you would any glass plate. After you have used it for more than 15 minutes, allow it to cool down before you use it again. Do not wash the turntable in very hot water that could crack it.

Make sure the turntable is dry before you put it back in the oven.

Cleaning your microwave Cleaning your oven each time you use it will help to prevent stubborn marks that can be difficult to clean.

Make sure you keep the outlet grids clean.

Do not remove any fixed parts from the inside of your microwave oven during cleaning or at any other time.

Do not remove wave guide cover: It is important to keep cover clean in the same manner as the inside of the oven. If grease is left to accumulate, it can smoke and even catch fire.

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Using aluminium foil

As with all metal, microwave energy can not pass through foil, but provided that you keep the foil away from the side of the oven it will not cause sparks and there will not be any damage to your oven.

Using foil is a good way of shielding parts of food that you do not want to cook as quickly as others perhaps where the food is narrower and would otherwise overcook.

Place the foil over the area you want to shield, taking care that the foil will not touch the sides of the oven when the turntable rotates. Only use one piece of foil at a time so that you do not get sparks between the separate pieces.

Follow these guidelines when using foil in your microwave:

Remove foil lids from containers before using in the microwave. Some lids are made of card with a foil covering these should be removed too.

Use a microwave-safe transparent lid if possible.

Stir food during cooking if the container has a lid or film cover.

Always use the glass turntable.

Use shallow containers with a large surface area. Do not use containers that are more than 1.25in (3.5cm) deep.

Use oven gloves when handling hot foil containers.

Do not completely cover food with foil. The microwave energy cannot pass through the foil so the food will not cook.

Do not let aluminium foil touch the inside of the oven.

Do not use more than one piece of foil in the oven at the same time.

Using aluminium foil in your microwave It is safe to use aluminium foil in your microwave oven as long as you follow these safety guidelines.

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Questions and answers

If you have a problem that can not be answered by these points, please contact your nearest store.

Please note: If you call a Mastercare engineer out to your home and the product is found not to be faulty, or the instruction book has not been followed, our product guarantee is not applicable and a call-out fee will be charged.

Q Why does not food seem to cook?

A Check that: the cooking time has been set the door is closed the power socket is not overloaded causing a fuse

to blow.

Q Why does the food seem undercooked or overcooked?

A Check that: the correct cooking time has been set

Q How can I stop eggs from popping?

A When you bake or poach eggs in the microwave, the yolk can sometimes pop as steam builds up inside it. You can stop the egg from popping by piercing the yolk with a toothpick before cooking.

Never cook eggs that are still in their shells.

Q Why is it so important that I allow standing time after cooking?

A With microwave cooking, many foods build up enough heat inside them to continue cooking even after they have been taken out of the oven. Because microwave cooking works from the outside of food inwards, standing time lets you cook the centre of the food just right without the outside being overcooked.

Q Why does my oven sometimes take longer to cook than it says in the recipe?

A First check that the oven was set just as the recipe said. Cooking times and heat settings are suggestions to help prevent overcooking but differences in the weight, size, shape and starting temperature of food will all affect how long it takes to cook just as it does with a conventional oven. Use your judgement along with the recipe to check whether food has been cooked properly.

Q Why do I get condensation on the inside of the oven door?

A Condensation is perfectly normal, especially when you are cooking food with a high moisture content such as potatoes.

Questions and answers

the correct power setting has been used.

Questions and answers

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Q Does the microwave energy get through the window on the door?

A No. The door has a special metal screen with holes in that lets you see inside but stops microwave energy from getting out.

Q Steam comes out of the side of the door and vents. Can microwave energy get out too?

A No. The door and vents are carefully designed to let steam out during cooking but keep microwave energy in. The gaps are not big enough for microwave energy to escape.

Q What happens if the microwave is switched on while the oven is empty?

A The microwave will be damaged. Do not switch the microwave on when there is nothing inside the oven. It is a good idea to keep a cup of water in the oven just in case someone accidentally starts the microwave.

Q Why will not the oven light come on?

A Open the door. If the light does not come on, the bulb has probably blown. Call a qualified repairer don't try to change the bulb yourself.

Q There are sparks inside the oven when I use the microwave. Will this cause any damage?

A Yes. Make sure that you are not using any metal utensils and that your containers do not have a metal trim. You must not use metal in your microwave, except foil, when you cook.

Q Light is showing through the vents and door. Does this mean the microwave energy can escape?

A No. It is normal for the light to be visible and is nothing to be concerned about.

Q Why do I get interference on my TV and radio when I use the microwave?

A Microwave ovens use radio waves similar to those received by TVs and radios. You can lessen the interference by moving your microwave further away from the TV or radio.

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Specification

DSG Retail Ltd 200 The Campus Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead Herts HP2 7TG

Specification Input 230 - 240 V~ 50Hz

Output 700 - 750 Watts

Microwave frequency 2450MHz

Outside dimensions 440mm wide x 258mm high x 354mm deep

Power consumption

Microwave 1200 - 1300 Watts

Complies with EEC directives 89/336/EEC and 92/31/EEC.

Because we continually strive to improve our products, we may change specifications without prior notice.

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