beko MGF20210X Microwave Oven User Manual

Microwave Oven
User Manual MGF20210X

MGF20210X Microwave Oven

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Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for preferring this Beko appliance. We hope that you get the best results from your appliance which has been manufactured with high quality and state of-the-art technology. For this reason, please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the appliance and keep it as a reference for future use. If you handover the appliance to someone else, give the user manual as well. Follow the instructions by paying attention to all the information and warnings in the user manual.
Remember that this user manual may also apply to other models. Differences between models are explicitly described in the manual.

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Important information and useful hints about usage.
Warnings for dangerous situations concerning the safety of life and property.
Warning for hot surfaces.

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Important safety and environmental instructions

Important Safety In- structions Read Carefully And Keep For Future Reference
1.1 Safety warnings
This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of fire, electric shock, exposure to leak microwave energy, personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty.

• Beko Microwave Ovens comply with the applicable safety standards; therefore,  incase of any damage on the appliance or  powercable, it should be repaired or re- placed by the dealer, service center or a specialist and authorized  service alike to avoid anydanger. Faulty or unqualified repair work may be dangerous and cause risk to the user.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar ap- plications such as:
  – Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  – Farm houses
  – By clients in hotels, and other residential type environments;
  – Bed and Breakfast type environments.

• It is not intended for industrial or laboratory use.

• Do not attempt to start the oven when its door is open; otherwise you may be exposed to harmful microwave energy. Safety locks should not be disabled or tampered with.

• The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

• Do not place any object between the front side and the door of the  oven. Do not allow dirt or cleaningagent remnants to build up on the closure surfaces.

• Any service works involving removal of the cover that provides protection against exposure to microwave energy must be performed by authorized persons/ service. Any other approach is dangerous.

• Your product is intended for cook-

• ing, heating and defrost food at home. It must not be used for commercial purposes.

• Your oven is not designed to dry any living being.

• Do not use your appliance to dry clothes or kitchen towels.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors, bathrooms, humid environments or in places where the it can  getwet.

• No responsibility or warranty claim shall be assumed for damages arising from misuse or improper handling of the appliance.

• Never attempt to dismantle the appliance. No warranty claims are

• accepted for damage caused by improper handling.

• Only use the original parts or parts recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not leave this appliance unattended while it is in use.

• Always use the appliance on a stable, flat, clean dry, and non-slip surface.

• The appliance should not be operated with an external clock timer or separate remote control system.

• Before using the appliance for the first time, clean all parts. Please see the details given in the “Cleaning and Maintenance” section.

•  Operate the appliance for its intended purpose only as described in this manual.

• Appliance becomes very hot while it is in use. Pay attention not to touch the hot parts inside the oven.

• Do not operate the oven empty. Cooking utensil may get hot due to the heat transferred from the heated food to the utensil. You may need oven gloves to hold the utensil.

• Utensils shall be checked to en- sure that they are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

• Do not place the oven on stoves or other heat generating appliances. Otherwise, it may be damaged and the warranty becomes void.

• Steam may come out while open- ing the covers or the foil after cooking the food.

• The appliance and its accessible surfaces may be very hot when the appliance is in use.

• Door and outer glass may be very hot when the appliance is in use.

• Make sure that your mains power

• supply complies with the information supplied on the rating plate of the appliance.

• The only way to disconnect the appliance from the power supply is to remove the power plug from the power outlet.

• Use the appliance with a grounded outlet only.

• Never use the appliance if the power cable or the appliance itself is damaged.

• Do not use this appliance with an extension cord.

• Never touch the appliance or its plug with damp or wet hands.

• Place the appliance in a way so that the plug is always accessible.

• Prevent damage to the power cable by not squeezing, bending, or rubbing it on sharp edges. Keep the power cable away from hot surfaces and naked flame.

• Make sure that there is no danger that the power cable could be accidentally pulled or that someone could trip over it when the appliance is in use.

• Unplug the appliance before each cleaning and when the appliance is not in use.

• Do not pull the power cable of the appliance to disconnect it from its power supply and never wrap its power cable around the appliance.

• Do not immerse the appliance, power cable, or power plug in water or any other liquids. Do not hold it under running water.

• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

• Remove the wire strings and/or metal handles of paper or plastic bags before placing bags to the oven.

• If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance if safe to do so and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

• Do not use microwave oven for storage. Do not leave paper items, cooking material or food inside the oven when it is not being used.

• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

• This appliance is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. Group 2 contains all ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) equipment in which radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material, and spark erosion equipment.

• Class B equipment is suitable for use in domestic establishments and establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network.

• Do not use cooking oil in the oven. Hot oil may damage the components and materials of the oven, and it may even cause skin burns.

• Pierce food with thick crust such as potatoes, courgettis, apples and chestnuts.

• Appliance must be placed so that the rear side is facing the wall.

• Before moving the appliance, please secure the turntable to prevent damage.

• Eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs must not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even  after microwave heating has ended.

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 which 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.

• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
• There should be min 20 cm free  space above the top surface of the oven.
• Do not over-cook foods; other- wise, you may cause a fire.
• Do not use chemicals and steam assisted cleaners to clean the appliance.
• Extreme caution is advised when being used near children and persons who are restricted in their physical, sensory or mental abilities.
• This appliance can be used by the children who are at the age of 8 or over and by the people who have limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or who do not have knowledge and experience, as long as they are supervised with regard to safe use of the productor they are instructed accordingly or understand the risks of using the product. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance procedures should not be performed by children unless they are controlled by their elders.
• Danger of choking! Keep all the packaging materials away from children.
• Due to excessive heat that arises in grill and combination modes, children should only be allowed to use these modes under supervision of an adult.
• Keep the product and its powercable so that they are inaccessible by children under 8 years old.
• Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Put the food in / on appropriate kitchen utensils before placing them in the oven.
• Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking. Otherwise, sparking may occur.
• This product is not designed to be built-in. Do not place the product in a cabinet or box while it is in use.

1.2 Compliance with the WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product:
This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This symbol indicates that this product shall not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its service life. Used device must be returned to official collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic devices. To find these collection systems please contact to your local authorities or retailer where the product was purchased. Each household performs important role in recovering and recycling of old appliance. Appropriate disposal of used appliance helps prevent potential negative consequences for the  environment and human health.
1.3 Compliance with RoHS Directive
The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.
1.4 Package information
**** Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

Your microwave oven

2.1 Overview

1. Control panel
2. Turntable shaft
3. Turntable support
4. Glass tray
5. Oven window
6. Door group
7. Door safety interlock system
8. Grill Rack( Only be used in grill function and be placed on the glass tray )

2.2 Technical data

Markings on the product or the values stated in other documents supplied with the product are values obtained under laboratory conditions as per relevant standards. These values may vary according to the usage of the appliance and ambient conditions. Power values are tested at 230V.
2.3 Installing the turntable

• Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
• Both glass tray and turntable support must always be used during cooking.
• All food and containers of food must always place on the glass tray for cooking.
• If glass tray or turntable support crack or break, contact your nearest authorized service center.

Installation and connection

3.1 Installation and connection

• Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.
• Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface.
• Do not remove the light brown Mica cover that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.
• Select a flat surface that provides sufficient space for inlet and outlet ducts.
• Minimum installation height is 85 cm.
• The rear surface of appliance shall be placed against a wall. Leave a minimum clearance of 30 cm above the oven, a minimum clearance of 20 cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls.
• Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.
• Blocking the intake and / or outlet openings can damage the oven.
• Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as possible. Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to your radio or TV reception. 2. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.
The accessible surface may be hot during operation.

Operation

4.1 Control panel

4.2 Operating instructions
This microwave oven uses modern electronic control to adjust cooking parameters to meet your needs better for cooking.
4.2.1 Clock Setting
When the microwave oven is electrified, the oven will display “0:00”, buzzer will ring once.

1. Press “Clock/Kitchen Timer” once ,the hour figures will flash.
2. Turn to adjust the hour figures, the input time should be with i n 0–23.
3. Press ““Clock/Kitchen Timer” the minute figures will flash.
4. Turn to adjust the minute figures, the input time should be with in 0–59.
5. Press “Clock/Kitchen Timer” to finish clock setting. “ : ” will flash.
   If the clock is not set, it would not function when powered.
   During the process of clock setting, if you press “Stop/Clear” or no operation in one minute, the oven will exit the setting.

4.2.2 Kitchen Timer

1. Press “Clock/Kitchen Timer” twice, the screen will display “00:00”.
2. Turn to enter the correct timer.(The maxi- mum cooking time is 95 minutes,)
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm” to confirm setting.
4. When the kitchen time is reached, clock indicator will go out. The buzzer will ring 5 times. If the clock has been set (24-hour system), screen will display the current time.
   The kitchen Time is different from 24-hour system. Kitchen Timer is a timer.

4.2.3 Microwave Cooking

1. Press the “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ key once, and “P100” display.
2. Press “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ for times or turn to select the microwave power “P100”, “P80”, “P50”, “P30”, “P10” will display in order.
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm” to confirm.
4. Turn to adjust the cooking time. (The time setting should be 0:05- 95:00.)
5. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm” to start cooking.
   The step quantities for the adjustment time of the coding switch are as follow

Microwave Power Chart

4.2.4 Grill Cooking

1. Press the “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ key once, and “P100” display.
2. Press “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ for times or turn “ “ to select the grill power .
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to confirm when the screen display “G”.
4. Turn “ “ to adjust the grill time. (The time setting should be 0:05- 95:00.)
5. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to start cooking.
   If half the grill time passes, the oven sounds twice, and this is normal. In order to have a better effect of grilling food, you should turn the food over, close the door, and then press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to continue cooking. If no operation, it will continue working.

4.2.5 Combination Cooking

1. Press the “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ key once, and “P100” display.
2. Press “Micro./Grill/Combi.“ for times or turn “ “ to select the combination power “C-1(55%microwave+45%grill)” and “C-2(36%microwave+64%grill)” will display in order.
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to confirm.
4. Turn “ “ to adjust the cooking time. (The time setting should be 0:05- 95:00.)
5. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to start cooking.

4.2.6 Speedy Cooking

1. 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.
2. During the microwave cooking and time defrost process, press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to in- crease the cooking time.
3. In waiting states, turn “ “ left to choose the cooking time directly. After choosing the time, press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to start cooking. The microwave power is 100%.
   Under the states of auto menu and weight defrost, cooking time cannot be increased by pressing “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“

4.2.7 Defrost by weight

1. Press “Weight Defrost“ once, the screen will display “dEF1”.
2. Turn to select the food weight. The range of weight is 100-2000g.
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ key to start defrosting.

4.2.8 Defrost by time

1. Press “Time Defrost“ once, the screen will display “dEF2”.
2. Turn to select the cooking time.
3. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ key to start defrosting.

4.2.9 Auto menu

1. In waiting states, turn “ “ right to choose the menu from “A-1” to “A-8”;
2. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to confirm the menu you choose;
3. Turn to choose the food weight;
4. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to start cooking;
5. After cooking finish, the buzzer sounds five times.

4.2.10 Auto cooking menu

4.2.11 Multi-step cooking
Two stages can be maximumly set. If one stages is defrosting, it should be put in the first stage automictically. The buzzer will ring once after each stage and the next stage will begin.
Auto menu cannot be set as one of the multi-stage.
Example: If you want to defrost the food for 5 minutes, then to cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes. The steps are as following:

1. Press “Time Defrost“ once, the screen will display “dEF2”.
2. Turn to adjust the defrost time of 5 minutes;
3. Press “Micro./Grill/Combi.” once;
4. Turn to choose 80% microwave power till “P80” display;
5. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to confirm;
6. Turn to adjust the cooking time of 7 minutes;
7. Press “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ to start cooking.

4.2.12 Inquiring Function

1. In cooking states of microwave, grill and combination, press “Micro./Grill/Combi.”, the current power will be displayed for 3 seconds.
2. During cooking state, press “Clock/Kitchen Timer“ to check the current time. It will be displayed for 3 seconds.

4.2.13 Child lock

1. Lock: In waiting state, press “Stop/Clear“ for 3 seconds, there will be a long “beep” denoting entering the children-lock state .
2. Lock quitting: In locked state, press “Stop/Clear“ for 3 seconds, there will be a long “beep” denoting that the lock is released.

4.2.14 Specification

1. The buzzer will sound once when turning the knob at the beginning;
2. “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during cooking;
3. Once the cooking programme has been set, “Start/+30Sec./Confirm“ is not pressed in 1 minute. The current time will be displayed. The setting will be cancelled.
4. The buzzer sounds once by efficient press, inefficient press will be no response.
5. The buzzer will sound five times to remind you when cooking is finished.

Cleaning and maintenance

5.1 Cleaning
WARNING: Never use gasoline, solvent, abrasive cleaning agents, metal objects or hard brushes to clean the appliance.
WARNING: Never immerse the appliance or its power cable in water or in any other liquid.

1. Turn the appliance off and disconnect it from wall socket.
2. Wait for the appliance to completely cool down.
3. Keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe with a damp cloth when splashed food or spilled liquids stick on the walls of the oven. A mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid using sprays and other harsh cleaning agents as they may cause stains, marks, and opaqueness on the door surface.
4. Outer surfaces of the oven must be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not allow water ingress from ventilation openings to prevent damage to the operating parts in the oven.
5. Wipe both sides of the door and the glass, door gaskets and parts near the gaskets frequently with a damp cloth in order to remove the overflowing and splashing stains. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.
6. Do not allow control panel to get wet. Clean with a soft damp cloth. Leave the door of the oven open to prevent inadvertent operation while cleaning the control panel.
7. If steam accumulates inside or around the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions. It is normal.
8. In some cases, you may need to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher.
9. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. It would be sufficient to wipe the lower surface of the oven with a mild detergent. Roller ring may be washed in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher. When you remove the roller ring from oven internal floor for cleaning, ensure that you install it in the correct position while replacing it.
10. In order to remove bad odors in your oven, put a glass of water and juice and peel of a lemon to a deep bowl suitable for use in microwave and operate the oven for 5 minutes in microwave mode. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
11. Please contact the authorized service when the oven lamp needs to be replaced.
12. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed. If the oven is not kept clean, this may cause surface defects that would affect the lifecycle of the appliance negatively and that would possibly cause risks.
13. Please do not dispose this appliance with household waste; old ovens shall be disposed to special waste centers provided by the municipalities.
14. When the microwave oven is used in grill function, a small amount of smoke and odor may occur which will disappear after a certain time of usage.

5.2 Storage

• If you do not intend to use the appliance for a long time, please store it carefully.
• Please make sure that the appliance is unplugged, cooled down and totally dry.
• Store the appliance in a cool and dry place.
• Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.

Troubleshooting

Normal

Microwave oven interferes with TV reception| Radio and TV reception may be interfered when microwave oven is operating. It is similar to the interference caused by small electrical appliances, like mixer, vacuum cleaner, and electric fan. It is normal.
Oven light is dimmed| In low power microwave cooking, oven light may be dimmed. It is normal.
Steam accumulating on door, hot air coming out of vents| During cooking, steam may arise from the food. Most of this steam will get out from vents. But some may accumulate on a cool place like oven door. It is normal.
Oven started accidentally with no food in it.| It is not allowed to run the appliance without any food inside. It is very dangerous.
Problem| Possible Reason| Solution
---|---|---
Oven cannot be started.| 1) Power cable is not plugged in properly.| Unplug. Then plug again after 10 seconds.
2) Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is activated.| Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker (repaired by professional personnel of our company).
3) Trouble with outlet.| Test the outlet with other electrical appliances.
Oven does not heat.| 4) Door is not closed properly.| Close the door properly.
Glass turntable makes noise when microwave oven operates| 5) Turntable and bottom of the oven is dirty.| Refer to “Cleaning and Maintenance” section to clean dirty parts.

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