GRUNDIG GMI11311 Microwave Oven User Manual

Microwave Oven
User Manual GMI12311B – GMI11311X – GMI11311DX
01M-8897453600-3721-02
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Grundig product. We hope that you get the best results from your product which has been manufactured with high-quality and state-of-the-art technology. Therefore, please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the product and keep it as a reference for future use. If you hand over the product to someone else, give the user manual as well. Follow all warnings and information in the user manual.

**Meanings of the symbols

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The following symbols are used in the various section of this user manual:

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

This product has been manufactured in environmentally friendly modern plants without giving any harm to nature.

Important safety and environmental instructions

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

• Grundig Microwave Ovens comply with the applicable safety standards; therefore, in case of any damage to the appliance or power cable, it should be repaired or replaced by the dealer, service cen- ter or a specialist, and authorized service alike to avoid any danger. Faulty or unqualified repair work may be dangerous and cause risk to the user.

• This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications such as:
  – Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
  – Farmhouses
  – 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 food or clothing and heating warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to the 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 cleaning agent remnants to build up on the closure surfaces.

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

• Your product is intended for cooking, heating, and defrosting 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, in bathrooms, in humid environments, or in places where it can get wet.

• 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 a 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 in- tended purpose only as described in this manual.

• The 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 utensils 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 ensure 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 opening 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.

• The 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 rub- bing 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 in 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 a 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 radiofrequency 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 crusts suchas potatoes, courgettes, apples, and chestnuts.

• The 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 that 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; otherwise, 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 children who are at the age of 8 or over and by 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 the safe use of the product or 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.

• The danger of choking! Keep all the packaging materials away from children

• Due to excessive heat that arises in grills and combination modes, children should only be allowed to use these modes under the supervision of an adult.

• Keep the product and its power cable so that they are inaccessible to 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.

• The microwave oven must not be placed in a cabinet that is not in compliance with the installation instructions.

• Microwave oven is intended for built-in use only

• If built-in appliances are used equal or higher than 900 mm above the floor, care should be taken not to displace the turntable when removing containers from the appliance.

• If the built-in product is in a cabinet with a door, the product must be operated with the cabinet door open.

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 of with other household wastes at the end of its service life. Used devices must be returned to an official collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices. To find these collection systems please contact your local authorities or retailer where the product was purchased.  Each household performs an important role in recovering and recycling old appliances. Appropriate disposal of used appliances 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
The packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our  NationalEnvironment Regulations. Do not dis- pose 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

Controls and parts

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 to be used in grill function and placed on the glass tray)
9. Vacuum lifter for manual door opening

2.2 Technical data

Power consumption| 230 V-50 Hz, 1450 W
(Microwave) 1000 W (Grill)
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Output| 900 W
Operating frequency| 2450 MHz
External dimensions (HWD)| 388595 400 mm
Oven Capacity| 25 liters
Net weight| 18.5 kg

Technical and design modification rights are reserved.
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 the glass tray or turntable support cracks or break, contact your nearest authorized service center.

3.1 Installation and connection

• Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken doors. Do not install if the 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.
• This appliance has been designed for domestic use only.
• This oven is intended for built-in use only. It is not intended for countertop use or for use inside a cabinet.
• Please observe the special installation instructions.
• The appliance can be installed in a 60cm wide wall-mounted cabinet (at least 55 cm deep and 85 cm off the floor).
• The appliance is fitted with a plug and must only be connected to a properly installed grounded socket.
• The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specified on the rating plate.
• If the plug is no longer accessible after installation, an all-pole isolating switch must be present on the installation side with a contact gap of at least 3 mm
• Adapters, multi-way sockets, and extension cords must not be used. Overloading can result in a risk of fire.

3.2 Built-in installation
3.2.1 Furniture dimensions for built-in installation

3.2.2 Preparing the cabinet

1. Read the instruction on the bottom cabinet template and put the template on the bottom plane of the cabinet.
   

2. Make the marks on the bottom plane of cabinet according to marks “a” of the template.
   

3. Remove the bottom cabinet template and fix the bracket with a screw.
   

3.2.3 Fixing the oven

1. Install the oven into the cabinet.
   | Make sure the back of the oven is locked by a bracket.
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   | Do not trap or bend the power cable.

2. Open the door, fix the oven to the cabinet with Screw through the installation hole. Then fix the trim-kit plastic cover to the installation hole.
   

3.3 Radio interference
Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference on radios, TVs, and similar appliances.

• Place the oven as far away from radios and TVs as possible. The operation of a 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 plate.
• In case of interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the precautions given below:
• Clean the door and sealing surface of the oven
• Set the antenna direction of the radio or TV again.
• Reposition the oven based on the location of the receiver.
• Place the microwave oven away from the receiver
• Plug the microwave oven into another outlet, thus microwave oven and receiver shall be on different lines.

3.4 Microwave cooking principles

• Prepare the food carefully. Place the remaining parts on the outside of the dish
• Pay attention to the cooking time. Cook in the shortest time specified and add some more time if required. Overcooked food may cause smoke or may be burnt.
• Cover the food while cooking. Covering the food prevents any splashing and helps to ensure that food is cooked evenly.
• Turn over food such as poultry and hamburgers while cooking them in a microwave oven in order to accelerate the cooking of this kind of food. Larger food such as roast must be turned over at least once.
• Turn food such as meatballs upside down in the middle of the cooking and replace them with each other from the center of the dish to the outside.

3.5 Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. This oven has a grounding cable with a grounded plug. The appliance must be plugged into a wall outlet installed and grounded correctly.  rounding system allows a leak wire for the electrical current in case of a short circuit and reduces the risk of electric shock. We recommend using an electrical circuit dedicated o the oven. Operating with high voltage is dangerous and may cause fire or other accidents that would cause damage to the oven.

instructions,please consult a qualified electric technician or service personnel.

The manufacturer and/or dealer would not accept any responsibility for injuries or damages to the oven that may occur when electrical connection procedures are not followed.
3.6 Utensil test
Never operate the microwave oven empty. The only exception is the utensil test described in the following section. Some certain non-metal utensils may not be suitable for use in microwaves. If you are not sure whether your utensil is suitable for microwaving, you can perform the following test.

1. Place the empty utensil to be tested into the microwave oven together with a microwave-compatible glass filled with 250 ml water.
2. Operate the microwave oven at max power for 1 minute.
3. Check carefully the temperature of the utensil being tested. If it is warmed up, it is not suitable for use in the microwave.
4. Never exceed the operating time limit of 1 minute. If you notice arcing during 1 minute of operation, stop the microwave. Utensils causing arcing are not suitable for use in microwaves. The following list is a general guide that would help you in selecting the right utensil.

Operation

4.1 Control panel

| Microwave
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| Grill/Combination
| Defrost by time
| Defrost by weight
| Kitchen Timer/Clock
| Start/+30 sec./Confirm
| Stop/Cancel
| Door Open Key

4.2 Operating instructions
4.2.1 Setting the time
When the microwave oven is energized, “0:00” will be displayed in the LED screen and the buzzer will ring once.

1. Press “ ” twice and the figures for hours will start flashing.
2. Turn “ ” to adjust the hour; the input value should be between 0 and 23.
3. Press “ ” and the figures for minutes will start flashing.
4. Turn “ ” to adjust the minutes; the input value should be between 0 and 59.
5. Press “ ” to finish the time setting. “:” symbol will flash, and the time will light
   If you press “ ” during the time setting, the oven will automatically return back to the previous mode.

4.2.2 Cooking with microwave oven

1. Press “ ” and “P100” will be displayed on the LED screen.

2. Press “ ” again or turn “ ” to select the desired power. Each time you press the key, “P100”, “P80”, ”P50”, “P30” or “P10” will be displayed respectively.

3. Press “   ” to confirm and turn “ ” to set the cooking time to a value between 0:05 and 95:00.

4. Press “ ” again to start cooking.
   Example: If you want to use 80% microwave power to cook for 20  minutes, you can operate the oven with the following steps.

5. Press “   ” once and “P100” will be displayed in the screen.

6. Press “ ” once again or turn “ ” to set 80% microwave power.

7. Press “ ” to confirm and “P 80” will be displayed in the screen.

8. Turn “ ” to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays “20:00”.

9. Press “ ” to start cooking.

The steps for adjusting the time in the coding button are as below:

Microwave keypad instructions

4.3 Cooking with grill or combination mode

1. Press “ ” and “G” will be displayed in the LED screen. Press “ ” repeatedly or turn “ ” to select the desired power. Each time you press the key, “G”, ”C-1” or “C-2” will be displayed respectively.
2. Press “ ” to confirm and turn “ ” to set the cooking time to a value between 0:05 and 95:00.
3. Press “ ” again to start cooking.

Example: If you want to use 55% microwave power and 45% grill power (C-1) to cook for 10 minutes, you can operate the oven with the following steps.

1. Press “ ” once and “G” will be displayed on the screen.
2. Press “   ” once again or turn “ ” to select the Combination 1 mode.
3. Press “   ” to confirm and “C-1” will be displayed on the screen.
4. Turn “ ” to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays “10:00”.
5. Press “ ” to start cooking.

(Grill/Combination) Keypad instructions

Order| Screen| Microwave
Power| Grill
Power
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1| G| 0%| 100%
2| C-1| 55%| 45%
3| C-2| 36%| 64%

When half the grill time passes, the oven sounds twice, and this is normal. In order to have a better grilling effect, you should turn the food over, close the door, and then press “   ”  to continue cooking. If no operation is performed, the oven will continue cooking.
4.4 Quick start
1. In standby mode, press “   ” to start cooking with 100% microwave power. Each time you press the key, cooking time will increase until 95 minutes with steps of 30 seconds.

4.9 Multi-step cooking
At most 2 steps can be set for cooking. In multi-step cooking, if one step is defrosting, then defrosting must be placed in the first step.
If you want to thaw food for 5 minutes and then cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes, perform the following steps:

1. Press “ ” for once.
2. Turn “ ” to select the defrost time until “5:00” is displayed in the screen.
3. Press “ ” once and “P100” will be displayed on the screen.
4. Press “ ” once again or turn “ ” to set 80% microwave power.
5. Press “   ” to confirm and “P 80” will be dis- played on the screen.
6. Turn “   ” to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays “7:00”
7. Press “ ” to start cooking. The buzzer will sound once for the first step and defrost time countdown will start. The buzzer will sound once again when entering the second cooking step. A buzzer will sound 5 times at the end of cooking.

4.10 Query function

1. In microwave, grill, and combination modes, press “ ” or “   ” and the current power level will be displayed for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, the oven will return to the previous mode.
2. While cooking, press “ ” and the current time will be displayed for 3 seconds.

4.11 Child lock

1. Locking: In standby mode, press “ ” for 3 seconds, and a buzzer will sound indicating that the child lock is activated. If the time is already set, the current time will also be displayed; otherwise “ ” will be displayed in the LED screen.
2. Unlocking: To disable the child lock, press “ ” for 3 seconds, and a long ”beep” will sound indicating that the child lock is disabled.

4.12 Opening the oven door
Press “ ” and the oven door will be opened.
If the door cannot be opened with“  ” key in (e.g., due to power failure), you can open the door with a vacuum lifter for opening the door manually.

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 the 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. The 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 the 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 it 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 mild detergent. Roller rings may be washed in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher. When you remove the roller ring from the oven’s 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 a lemon into a deep bowl suitable for use in the 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 of 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 the 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

5.3 Handling and transportation

• During handling and transportation, carry the appliance in its original packaging. The packaging of the appliance protects it against physical damage.
• Do not place heavy loads on the appliance or the packaging. The appliance may be damaged.
• Dropping the appliance will render it non-operational or cause permanent damage..

Troubleshooting

Normal

Microwave oven interferes with TV reception| Radio and TV reception may interfere when the microwave oven is operating. It is similar to the interference caused by small electrical appliances, like mixers, vacuum cleaners, and electric fans. It is normal.
The oven light is dimmed| In low-power microwave cooking, the oven light may be dimmed. It is normal.
Steam accumulating on the 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 in a cool place like the oven door. It is normal.
The 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
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Oven cannot be started.| 1)Power cable is not plugged in properly.| Unplug. Then plug again after 10 seconds.
2)Fuse is blown or the 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 the “Cleaning and Maintenance” section to clean dirty parts.
Oven displays an E-3 error and does not function| 6)Oven door does not open (due to an obstruction in front of the door, low voltage and etc.)| Unplug. Then plug again after 10 seconds.

Beko Grundig Deutschland GmbH
Thomas-Edison-Platz 3
63263 Neu-Isenburg
www.grundig.com

Documents / Resources

| GRUNDIG GMI11311 Microwave Oven [pdf] User Manual
GMI11311 Microwave Oven, GMI11311, Microwave Oven, 01M-8897453600-3721-02, 01M-8897463600-3721-02, 01M-8899943600-3721-02
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