TOSHIBA ML-EM23PF SS Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

TOSHIBA ML-EM23PF SS Microwave Oven

Please review this instruction manual before operating. Important safety instructions read carefully and keep for future reference.

PRODUCT SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

• Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to break or tamper with the safety interlocks.
• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
• WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

ADDENDUM
If the apparatus is not maintained in a good state of cleanliness, its surface could be degraded and affect the lifespan of the apparatus and lead to a dangerous situation.

SPECIFICATIONS

• MODEL ML-EM23PF(SS)
• RATED VOLTAGE 230-240V~ 50Hz
• MICROWAVE POWER INPUT 1200-1250W
• MICR OWA VE POWER OUTPUT 750W-800W

NOTE
All pictures in this manual are for illustrative purposes only; these may be slightly different from the purchased equipment, please refer to the actual product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Read and follow the specific: “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY”.
• 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 appliance 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 persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• WARNING: Ensure that the application is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• 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 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.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
• Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
• If smoke is emitted, 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.
• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. Please keep the waveguide area clean. Use soft damp cloth to clean it up when there is food splash residue on the waveguide area or the cavity.Failure to clean food residue may cause innocuous sparking or some smoke in the microwave cavity, discoloration of the cavity may also occur.
• 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.
• Only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven. (for ovens provided with a facility to use a temperature-sensing probe.)
• The microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open. (for ovens with a decorative door.)
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

1. staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
2. by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
3. farm houses;
4. bed and breakfast type environments.

• 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.
• The appliance is intended to be used freestanding.
• The rear surface of appliances shall be placed against a wall.
• 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.
• The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door in order to avoid overheating. (This is not applicable for appliances with decorative door.)
• The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet unless it has been tested in a cabinet.
• Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking.
• The appliance shall not be cleaned with a steam cleaner.
• The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS GROUNDING INSTALLATION
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING – Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord.

DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard: Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS GROUNDING INSTALLATION

Electric Shock Hazard: Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded.

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
3. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
4. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
5. The longer cord should be arranged so that it  will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

CLEANING

Be sure to unplug the appliance from the power supply.

1. Clean the cavity of the oven after using with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Clean the accessories in the usual way in soapy water.
3. The door frame and seal and neighbouring parts must be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth when they are dirty.
4. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in the shattering of the glass.
5. Cleaning Tip—For easier cleaning of the cavity walls that the food cooked can touch: Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% microwave power for 10 minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.

UTENSILS

CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard: 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 that gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. See the instructions on ” Materials you can use in microwave oven ” or ” Materials can not be used in microwave oven ” There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure below.

Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 min.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 min cooking time.

NOTE
KEEP THE CAVITY AND WAVEGUIDE AREA CLEAN

MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN

PRODUCT SETTING

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

NAMES OF MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.

• A. Control panel
• B. Glass tray
• C. Turntable shaft
• D. Turntable ring assembly
• E. Door assembly
• F. Observation window
• G. Safety interlock system
• H. Waveguide cover

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
Cleaning the cooking compartment and putting the turntable in place. For new installations, make sure all packaging and shipping tape has been removed from the turntable shaft. Before using the appliance to prepare food for the first time, you will need to put the turntable in place correctly. You must clean the cooking compartment and accessories. How to put the turntable in place:

1. Place the turntable ring assembly ③ into the recess in the cooking compartment.
2. Place the glass tray ① on the turntable ring assemblies ③ . Fit the raised, curved lines in the center of the glass tray bottom between the three spokes of the shaft. Make sure that the glass tray ① engages in the turntable shaft ② in the center of the cooking compartment floor. The rollers on the shaft should fit inside the turntable bottom ridge.

NOTE

• Never use the appliance without the turntable. Make sure that it is properly engaged. The turntable can turn clockwise or anti-clockwise.
• Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
• Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking.
• All food and containers of food are always placed on the glass tray for cooking.
• Never restrict the movement of the turntable.
• If glass tray or turntable ring assembly cracks or breaks, contact your nearest authorized service center.

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION
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. Cabinet: Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface. Do not remove the waveguide cover that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.

INSTALLATION

1. Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.
   • The minimum installation height is 85cm.
   • The rear surface of appliance shall be placed against a wall. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven. A minimum clearance of 20cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls but behind is not consider.
   • 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.

SIDE DISTANCE (CM)

• Top 30 cm
• Left 20 cm
• Right 20 cm
• Behind 0 cm
• Front Open

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

1. 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 voided.
• The accessible surface may be hot during operation.

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
The appliance may produce unpleasant odors when it is used for the first time. This section tells you what you need to do before using your microwave to prepare food for the first time. Read the section entitled “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” beforehand on page 3. Before you can use your new appliance, you will need to put the turntable in place correctly. You must also clean the cooking compartment and accessories.

WARNING

• Never use the appliance without the turntable.
• Make sure that it is properly engaged. The turntable can turn clockwise or anti-clockwise.

OPERATION

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

POWER LEVELS

• power levels are available.

CLOCK SETTING

• Press “Clock” once, “00:00” will appear in the display.
• Press the number pads to enter the current clock time. For example, if the time is now 10:12, press ” 1, 0, 1, 2 ” in order.
• Press “Clock” to nish clock setting, ” : ” will ash and the numbers will appear as a clock time in the display.

NOTE

• If the numbers entered are not within the range between 1:00 to 12:59, the setting will not be accepted until valid numbers are entered.
• In the process of setting clock, if the “STOP/Cancel” pad is pressed or if there is no operation within 1 minute, the display will automatically return to the previous clock setting.

KITCHEN TIMER

• Press “Kitchen Timer” once, “00:00” will appear in the display.
• Press the number pads to enter the time amount. The maximum amount of time that can be entered is 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to confirm setting, and the timer will start to count down.
• When the time amount elapses, the oven will beep 5 times.

NOTE

• The Kitchen Timer setting is different from the Clock setting; it is simply a timer.
• During the Kitchen Timer function, no cooking function can be set into operation.
• Kitchen Timer amount cannot be increased by pressing “START/+30Sec.”.
• Pressing “STOP/Cancel” will cancel the Timer countdown.

MICROWAVE COOK

• Press “Time Cook”, “00:00” will appear in the display.
• Press number pads to enter the cooking time. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes,99 seconds.
• Press “Power”, PL10 will flash. Press number pads 0 through 9 to select a different power level if desired. See the POWER LEVEL table above.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to start cooking. The remaining cooking time will display.

Example : To cook the food with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes.

• Press “Time Cook”, “00:00” will display.
• Press “1, 5, 0, 0” in order for 15:00 to appear in the display.
• Press “Power” , then press “5” to select 50% microwave power.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to start cooking. Buzzer sounds once. The remaining cooking time will display.

NOTE

• In the process of setting, if the “STOP/Cancel” pad is pressed or if there is no operation within 1 minute, the oven will automatically return to display the clock.

ONE TOUCH START

• Instant cooking at 100% power level and 1 to 6 minutes cooking time can be started by pressing number pads 1 to 6. Press “START/+30Sec.” to increase the cooking time by 30 seconds with each press. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes, 99 seconds.
• Instant cooking at 100% power level and 30 seconds cooking time can be started by pressing “START/+30Sec.”. Each repeated press will increase cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes, 99 seconds.

NOTE

• Time can also be added in 30 second increments by pressing “START/+30Sec.” during Microwave Cooking, Time Defrost and Multi-stage Cooking.
• Time cannot be added by pressing “START/+30Sec.” during Weight Defrost and Kitchen Timer functions.

TIME DEFROST

• Press “Time Defrost” , “dEF2” will appear in the display.
• Press the number pads to input the defrost time.
• The default microwave power is power level 3. If you want to change the power level, press “Power” once, and PL3 will display; then press the number pad for the desired power level.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to start defrost cooking. And the remaining defrost time will display.

WEIGHT DEFROST

• Press “Weight Defrost” once, “dEF1” will display.
• Press number pads to input weight to be defrosted. Input the weight range between 100 to 2000 g.
• If the weight input is not between 100 to 2000 g, the input will be invalid. the unit will not work until valid numbers are entered.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to start defrosting and the cooking time remaining will be displayed.

POPCORN

• Press “Popcorn”, “50” will appear in the display.
• Press “Popcorn” one more times to choose the weight, “100” will display in order.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

POTATO

• Press “Potato” repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display “1”, “2”, “3” will display in order. Press Once : 1 potato (approx. 230 g) Press Twice: 2 potatoes ( approx. 460 g) Press 3 Times: 3 potatoes ( approx. 690 g)
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

FROZEN VEGETABLE

• Press “Frozen Vegetable”, “150” will appear in the display.
• Press “Frozen Vegetable” two more times to choose the weight, “350” and “500” will display in order.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

BEVERAGE

• Press “Beverage” , “1” will appear in the display.
• Press “Beverage” two more times to choose the weight, “2” and “3” will display in order. One cup is about 120ml.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

DINNER PLATE

• Press “Dinner Plate” , “250” will appear in the display.
• Press “Dinner Plate” two more times to choose the weight, “350” and “500” will display in order.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

PIZZA

• Press “Pizza”, “100” will appear in the display.
• Press “Pizza” two more times to choose the weight, “200” and “400” will display in order.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to cook. The remaining time will display. Oven beeps 5 times when cooking finish.

MEMORY FUNCTION

• Press “Memory” to program and choose up to three cooking procedures. Each procedure will be indicated by 1, 2 or 3 in the display.
• Press “Memory” until your desired procedure number appears in the display. Press “START/+30Sec.” to begin it. A maximum of two cooking stages can be set for each procedure.
• To program a procedure, follow the steps listed below.

Example: Cook food at 80% Power Level for 3 minutes and 20 seconds; save as memory 2.

• Press “Memory” twice; screen displays 2.
• Press “Time Cook”, then press “3” , “2” and “0” in order.
• Press “Power” once, then press “8” for “PL8” to display.
• Press “START/+30Sec.” to save the procedure. Oven beeps once. Or press “START/+30Sec.” twice directly to save and start cooking.
• To choose the procedure from the memory list, press Memory twice. Screen will display “2”. Press “START/+30Sec.” to run procedure.

NOTE

• Auto Menu cannot be set in Memory function.

MUTI-STAGE COOKING
At most 2 stages can be set for cooking. If one stage is Defrost, it will automatically set to be the first stage.

NOTE

• Auto Menu cannot be set in Multi-stage Cooking.
  EXAMPLE: 80% Power Level for 5 minutes followed by 60% Power Level for 10 minutes; saved as memory 3.

• Press “Memory” 3 times; screen displays 3.

• Press “Time Cook”, then press “5”, “0” and “0” to set first stage cook time.

• Press “Power” once, then press “8” to choose 80% first stage cooking power.

• Press “Time Cook” again, then press “1”, “0”, “0” and “0” to set second stage cook time.

• Press “Power” again, then press “6” to choose 60% second stage cooking power.

• Press “START/+30Sec.” to immediately start multi-twice stage cooking.

• To choose the procedure from the memory list, press “Memory” three times. Screen will display “3”; press “START/+30Sec.” to run procedure.

NOTE

• If you do not want to save a particular multi-stage program as a procedure, do not press Memory as the first step. Press “START/+30Sec.” after programming both stages.

LOCK FUNCTION

• To lock the microwave so that it cannot be operated by children or other unintended users, press “STOP/Cancel” pad for 3 seconds. You will hear a long beep. “ ” will display.
• To unlock, press “STOP/Cancel” for 3 seconds, you will hear a long beep and ” ” will disappear.

INQUIRING FUNCTION

• When oven is cooking, press “Clock” for the time of day to appear for three seconds in the display.
• When oven is cooking, press “Power” for cooking power to appear for three seconds in the display.

COOKING END REMINDER FUNCTION
The oven will beep five times to alert the user that cooking time has ended.

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

• START/+30Sec.” must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during cooking.
• A single beep sounds to indicate that a pad is correctly pressed; if pad is not correctly pressed, no beep sounds.

CLEANING

With good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain its appearance and remain fully functioning for a long time to come. We will explain here how you should correctly care for and clean your appliance.

WARNING

• Scratched glass in the appliance door may develop into a crack. Do not use a glass scraper, sharp or abrasive cleaning aids or detergents.
• The surface of the appliance may become damaged if it is not cleaned properly. Microwave energy may escape. Clean the appliance on a regular basis, and remove any food remnants immediately.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or clean under a jet of water.

Cleaning agent
To ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong cleaning agent, observe the information below. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.

Do not use:

• Harsh or abrasive cleaning agents
• Metal or glass scrapers to clean the door panels
• Metal or glass scrapers to clean the door seal
• Hard scouring pads or sponges
• Cleaning agents with a high alcohol content

APPLIANCE FRONT

Hot soapy water:
Clean using a dish cloth and then dry with a soft cloth. Do not use metal or glass scrapers for cleaning.

APPLIANCE FRONT PLATE

Hot soapy water:
Clean using a dish cloth and then dry with a soft cloth. Remove splashes and patches of limescale, grease, starch and albumin immediately. Corrosion can form under these patches or splashes. Do not use glass cleaners or metal or glass scrapers for cleaning.

APPLIANCE CAVITY

Hot soapy water or vinegar solution:
Clean using a dish cloth and then dry with a soft cloth. Do not use oven spray or any other aggressive oven cleaners or abrasive materials. Scouring pads, rough sponges and pan cleaners are also unsuitable. These items scratch the surface. Allow the interior surfaces to dry completely. RECESS IN THE COOKING COMPARTMENT

Damp cloth:
Water must not be allowed to run into the appliance through the turntable drive. Dry the turntable drive with a cloth.

TURNTABLE AND ROLLER RING

Hot soapy water:
When placing the turntable back into its recess, it must engage properly.

DOOR PANEL

Glass cleaner:
Clean with a dish cloth. Do not use glass scrapers.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.

According to Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive, WEEE should be separately collected and treated. If at any time in future you need to dispose of this product please do NOT dispose of this product with household waste. Please send this product to WEEE collecting points where available.

TWO YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY

This product carries a warranty stating that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two year from the date of purchase. This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep your original sales receipt.

IMPORTANTE:

1. This warranty does not cover damages resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachments not provided with the product, loss of parts, or subjecting the appliance to any but the specified (voltage. (Read directions carefully.)
2. This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private household If service is required during the warranty period, properly pack your unit. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. If additional assistance is needed, please contact customer assistance

• Tel: +64-9-930 0902
• Email: service@jhappliance.co.nz
• Website: https://www.toshiba-lifestyle.com/nz

Toshiba expressly disclaims all responsibility for consequential damages or incidental losses caused by use of the appliance. Some country do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. The serial number can be found on the backcabinet. We suggest that you record the serial number of your unit in thcspace below for future reference

• Model Number:
• Serial Number:

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References

• Toshiba Lifestyle New Zealand

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