gorenje MO28A5BH Microwave Oven User Manual

MO28A5BH Microwave Oven

Product Information: Gorenje Microwave Oven (MO28A5BH)

The Gorenje Microwave Oven is a household appliance that uses electromagnetic energy to heat food and beverages. It is intended for indoor use only and comes with a comprehensive instruction manual to aid in its use.

Important Safety Instructions

• Do not touch the surfaces of heating or cooking appliances during operation as they become hot and can cause burns.
• Keep children at a safe distance from the microwave oven.
• Do not remove the cover as it contains high voltage components.
• Use only mild detergents and a soft cloth for cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, sharp objects, or stain removers.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Make sure the appliance was supplied undamaged. If you identify any transport damage, contact your sales representative or the regional warehouse from where the product was delivered.
2. Read the comprehensive instruction manual carefully before using the appliance for the first time.
3. Ensure that the glass tray, roller arms, coupling, and roller track are in place when operating the oven.
4. Use the microwave oven only for food preparation and not for drying clothes, paper, or any other non-food items, or for sterilizing purposes.

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DEAR CUSTOMER
We sincerely thank you for your purchase. We believe you will soon find ample evidence that you can really rely on our products. To make the use of the appliance easier, we attach these comprehensive instruction manual.
The instructions should aid you in getting familiar with your new appliance. Please, read them carefully before using the appliance for the first time.
In any case, please make sure the appliance was supplied to you undamaged. Should you identify and transport damage, contact your sales representative or the regional warehouse from where the product was delivered. You will find the telephone number on the receipt or delivery report.
We wish you a lot of pleasure with your new household appliance.
The appliance for household use for heating food and beverages using electromagnetic energy, for indoor use only.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
These instructions are intended for the user.
They describe the cooker and how to use it. They also apply to different types of appliances, therefore you may find some descriptions of functions that may not apply to your appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Never touch the surfaces of heating or cooking appliances. They will become hot during operation. Keep children at a safe distance. There is a risk of burning!
• Microwave energy & High voltage!Do not remove the cover.

WARNING! The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

• WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated; (Only for the model with grill function)
• WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person;
• WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy;
• WARNING: liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Don’t remove oven’s feet, do not block air events of the oven.
• Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition;
• If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames;
• Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container;
• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns;
• Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended;
• When cleaning surfaces of door, door seal, cavity of the oven, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed;
• Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation;
• 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.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop.
• Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or remote control system in order to avoid a hazardous situation.
• Never replace the light bulb inside the oven. It must always be replaced by Gorenje service.
• Do not clean the appliance with steam cleaners, high-pressure cleaners, sharp objects, abrasive cleaning agents, and abrasive sponges and stain removers.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GENERAL USE

Listed below are, as with all appliances, certain rules to follow and safeguards to assure top performance from this oven:

1. Always have the glass tray, roller arms, coupling and roller track in place when operating the oven.
2. Do not use the oven for any reason other than food preparation, such as for drying clothes, paper, or any other nonfood items, or for sterilizing purposes.
3. Do not operate the oven when empty. This could damage the oven.
4. Do not use the oven cavity for any type of storage, such a papers, cookbooks, etc.
5. Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane,such as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, etc without first being pierced several times with a fork.
6. Do not insert any object into the openings on the outer case.
7. Do not at any time remove parts from the oven such as the feet, coupling, screws, etc.
8. Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Place food in/on proper cooking utensil before placing in the oven. IMPORTANT
   • COOKWARE NOT TO USE IN YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
   • Do not use metal pans or dishes with metal handles.
   • Do not use anything with metal trim.
   • Do not use paper covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags.
   • Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will absorb microwave energy. This may cause the dishes to crack or char and will slow down the cooking speed.
   • Do not use Centura Tableware. The glaze is not suitable for microwave use. Corelle Livingware closed handle cups should not be used.
   • Do not cook in a container with a restricted opening, such as a pop bottle or sealed oil bottle, as they may explode if heated in a microwave oven.
   • Do not use conventional meat or candy thermometers.
   • There are the thermometers available specifically for microwave cooking. These may be used.
9. Microwave utensils should be used only in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
10. Do not attempt to deep-fry foods in this oven.
11. Please remember that a microwave oven only heats the liquid in a container rather than the container itself. Therefore, even though the lid of a container is not hot to the touch when removed from the oven, please remember that the food/liquid inside will be releasing the same amount of steam and/or spitting when the lid is removed as in conventional cooking.
12. Always test the temperature of cooked food yourself especially if you are heating or cooking food/liquid for babies. It is advisable never to consume food/liquid straight from the oven but allow it to stand for a few minutes and stir food/liquid to distribute heat evenly.
13. Food containing a mixture of fat and water, e. g.stock,should stand for 30-60 seconds in the oven after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture to settle and to prevent bubbling when a spoon is placed in the food/liquid or a stock cube is added.
14. When preparing/cooking food/liquid and remember that there are certain foods, e.g. Christmas puddings, jam and mincemeat, which heat up very quickly. When heating or cooking foods with a high fat or sugar content do not use plastic containers.
15. Cooking utensil may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. This is especially true if plastic wrap has been covering the top and handles of the utensil. Potholders may be needed to handle the utensil.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    • Do not overcook food. Carefully attend microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
    • Remove wire twist-ties from bags before placing bag in oven.
    • If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn the oven off at the wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

CONTROL PANEL

DISPLAY UNIT
Displays the selected functions and time.

KEYS

Microwaves
Defrosting
Auto programs
Time
Convection (hot air)
Grill
Stop (hold 3 sec for child lock)
Start/+30 sec (each press +30 sec increase time for 30 seconds)

ROTARY KNOB

Time
Weight 1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Roller Ring
4. Glass Tray
5. Control Panel
6. Wave guide (please do not remove the mica plate covering the wave guide)
Grill rack (Only be used for grill or for combination function and be placed on glass tray

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

COOKING AND REHEATING WITH MICROWAVES
There are five firepower levels, 100P, 80P, 50P, 30P and 10P, respectively. Press the “microwave” button continuously to select the desired microwave power. Turn the knob to select cooking time, and the time range can be 0:10 ~ 60:00. After selecting the cooking time, press “START/+30sec” button to start work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.

There are 5 power levels available and maximum operating time is 60 minutes.
NOTE : Never use the grill rack during microwave cooking.

GRILL
Grilling is especially suitable for thin slices of meat, escalopes or
steaks, meat chops, skewers, sausages, or pieces of chicken.
Grilling is also suitable for toasting bread or sandwiches and
finishing dishes au gratin. Maximum operating time that can be set
for the grill is 60 minutes.
There are three modes of grill: G, G-1 and G-2. They are grill, combination 1 of grill and microwave cooking and combination 2 of grill and microwave cooking. Press the “Grill” button continuously, select the desired mode, and the display screen displays “G.”, “G-1” or “G-2”. Then, turn the knob to select the cooking time and the optional time range is 0:10 ~ 60:00. After selecting the cooking time, press the “START/+30sec” button to start the cooking.
NOTE : In the mode of grill, all of the oven parts, as well as the rack and cooking containers, may become very hot. Use caution when removing any item from the oven. Use heavy potholders or oven mitts to PREVENT BURNS.

G

| Grill, the heat element will be energized during operation time. Which is applicable for rolling thin meats or pork, sausage, chicken wing as good brown color can be obtained
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G-1

| Combination of grill and microwave cooking. 30% microwave and 70% grill.
G-2| Combination of grill and microwave cooking. 55% microwave and 45% grill.

CONVECTION
There are three modes of convection: C, C-1 and C-2. They are convection, combination 1 of convection and microwave cooking and combination 2 of convection and microwave cooking. Press the “Convection” button continuously, select the desired mode, and the display screen displays “the set temperature”, “C-1” or “C-2”. Then, turn the knob to select the cooking time and the optional time range is 0:10 ~ 60:00. After selecting the cooking time, press the “START/+30sec” button to start the work.

convection.
C-2| Combination of convection and microwave cooking. 55% microwave and 45% convection.

DEFROST
NOTE: In the mode of convection, all of the oven parts, as well as the rack and cooking containers, may become very hot. Use gloves when removing any item from the oven. Use heavy potholders or oven mitts to prevent burns.
There are two defrost mode, dEF1 and dEF2, respectively. dEF1 for defrost by weight and dEF2 for defrost by time. Press this button to select defrost by weight or by time, and the display screen will display “dEF1” or “dEF2”. Turn the knob to select food weight or defrost time. The weight range of dEF1 is from 100g to 1500g, and the optional time range of dEF2 is from 0:10 to 60:00. After selecting the defrost weight or time, press the “START/+30s” button start to work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation. The dEF1 defrost mode by weight will have a beeping sound to prompt the food to be turned over during defrosting.
NOTE : It is necessary to turn over the food during operation to obtain uniform effect. Usually defrosting will need longer time than that of cooking the food. Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible, it is not advised to put back to fridge and freeze again.

AUTO MENU
There are eight automatic menus, Potato, Pasta, Pizza, Popcorn, Vegetable, Beverage, Meat and Fish respectively. Press the “AUTO MENU button which to be selected continuously to select the desired menu and turn the knob to select the desired food weight, then press “START/+30s” button to start work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.

A1

potato

|

250, 500, 750g

|

100%

A2

pasta

|

50, 100, 150g

|

100%

A3

pizza

|

200, 400g

|

100%

A4

popcorn

|

100g

|

100%

A5

vegetable

|

200, 400, 600g

|

100%

A6

beverage

|

250, 500, 750ml

|

100%

A7

meat

|

200, 400, 600g

|

100%

A8

fish

|

200, 400, 600g

|

100%

NOTE: The temperature of food before cooking would be 20-25℃. Higher or lower temperature of the food before cooking would require increase or decrease of cooking time.
The temperature, weight and shape of food will largely influence the cooking effect. If any deviation has been found to the factor noted on above menu, you can adjust the cooking time for best result.

CLOCK
In standby mode, press “DEF/MENU/CLOCK” button for more than 3 seconds to enter the clock setting interface. At the same time, the display screen blinks in hours. The hour time can be set by turning the knob. After setting the hour, press the “START/+30s” button for a short time to switch to the setting minute mode. The minutes can be set by turning the knob. After setting minutes, press the “START/+30s” button again to exit the setting mode.

QUICK START

Tips for using the oven
Use this function to rapidly heat (100% microwave power) or cook your food. In the standby mode, press the START key and the
oven will operate for 30 seconds. With each consecutive press of the START key, the operating time will be extended by 30
seconds.
NOTE : Pressing the START key again will prolong the cooking time by 30 seconds in all programs except in automatic mode, and in the auto defrost mode.

CHILD LOCK
This function is used to prevent uncontrolled or inadvertent use of the oven by children.
To set: In standby or preset mode, hold down the STOP key for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and lock indicator lights. In the locked mode, all buttons are disabled except STOP key. To cancel: Hold down the STOP button for 3 seconds until lock indicator on
display goes off.

COOKING TIPS

Food arrangement
Place thicker areas towards outside of dish, the thinner part towards the centre and spread it evenly. Do not overlap if possible.
Cooking time length
Start cooking with a short time setting, evaluate it after it times out and extend it according to the actual need. Over cooking may result in smoke and burns.
Cooking food evenly
Food such as chicken, hamburger or steak should be turned once during cooking.
Depending on the type of food, if applicable, stir it from outside to centre of dish once or twice during cooking
Allow standing time
After cooking times out, leave the food in the oven for an adequate length of time, this allows it to complete its cooking cycle and cooling it down in a gradual manner
Whether the food is done
Color and hardness of food help to determine if it is done, these include:

• Steam coming out from all parts of food, not just the edge
• Joints of poultry can be moved easily
• Pork or poultry shows no signs of blood
• Fish is opaque and can be sliced easily with a fork

CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

1. Turn the oven off and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters of spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,wipe with a damp cloth. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended.
3. The outside oven surface should be cleaned with a damp colth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
4. Do not allow the Control Panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth, Do not use detergents, abrasives or spray-on cleaners on the control Panel.
5. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates malfunction of the unit.
6. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
7. The roller ring and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent, water or window cleaner and dry. The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy water or dish washer. Cooking vapours collect during repeated use but in no way affect the bottom surface or roller ring wheels. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the proper position.
8. Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a deep microwaveable bowl. Microwave for 5 minutes, wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.

ENVIRONMENT
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.

MOUNTING THE MICROWAVE OVEN

INSTALLATION

1. Make sure all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door.

2. Inspect the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as:

3. Misaligned Door

4. Damaged Door

5. Dents or Holes in Door Window and Screen

6. Dents in Cavity
   If any of the above are visible, DO NOT use the oven.

7. This Microwave Oven weighs 17 kg and must be placed on a horizontal surface strong enough to support this weight.

8. The oven must be placed away from high temperature and steam.

9. DO NOT place anything on top of the oven.

10. Keep the oven at least 20 cm away from both sidewalls and 30 cm away from top of wall to ensure the correct ventilation.

11. DO NOT remove the turn -table drive shaft.

12. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

13. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible so that the plug can be removed quickly in an emergency. Otherwise, it should be possible to disconnect the device using a switch from the circuit. In this case, the existing provisions of the electrical safety standards are considered.
    The product has to be correctly installed on earthed socket with a single- phase AC (230 V/50 Hz). WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED!

14. This oven requires 1.3 KVA for its input consultation with service engineer is suggested when installing the oven.

CAUTION : This oven is protected internally by a 250V, 10 Amp Fuse.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power consumption……………………………. .. 220-240V~50Hz, 1440W

Output power……………………………………………………………… 900W

Grill…………………………………………………………………………. 1200W

Convection………………………………………………………………. 2200W

Operating Frequency………………………………………………….. 2450MHz

Outside Dimensions………………… 510mm(W) x 303mm(H) x 410mm(D)

Oven Capacity……………………………………………………………. 28 litres

Uncrated Weight…………………………………………………… Approx. 17 kg

Noise level………………………………………………………….. Lc < 60 dB (A)

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
This guideline is the frame of a European-wide validity of return and recycling on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS RADIO INTERFERENCE
Microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When interference occurs, it may be eliminated or reduced by the following procedures.

• Clean the door and sealing surface of the oven.
• Place the radio, TV, etc. as far away from your microwave oven as possible.
• Use a properly installed antenna for your radio, TV, etc. to get a strong signal reception.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE APPLIANCE.

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

1. If the oven will not perform at all, the information on the display does not appear or the display disappeared:
   • Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.
   • Check the premises for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance.
2. If the microwave power will not function:
   • Check to see whether the timer is set.
   • Check to make sure that the door is securely closed to engage the safety interlocks. Otherwise, the microwave energy will not flow into the oven.
     If none of the above rectify the situation, then contact the nearest authorized service agent.

The appliance for household use for heating food and beverages using electromagnetic energy, for indoor use only.

GUARANTEE & SERVICE

If you need information or if you have a problem, please contact the Gorenje Customer Care Centre in your country
(you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Gorenje dealer or contact the Service department of Gorenje domestic appliances.
For personal use only!

Additional recommendations for cooking with microwave and useful advices can be found on web side:
http://www.gorenje.com

WISHES YOU A LOT OF PLEASURE WHILE USING YOUR APPLIANCE

References

• gorenje.com
• Gorenje

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