Pelgrim MAC314 Combi Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

Pelgrim MAC314 Combi Microwave Oven

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Combi Microwave Oven
• Model Number: MAC314
• Functions: Microwave, Oven, Combination Cooking
• Control Panel: Digital with multiple function buttons
• Safety Features: Child lock, Timer function

Product Usage Instructions

Before Using the Appliance
Prior to using the appliance, please ensure you have read all safety instructions provided in the user manual.

Setting Up the Clock
To set up the clock, follow these steps:

1. Press the Clock/Timer button on the control panel.
2. Use the keypad to input the current time.
3. Press the Clock/Timer button again to confirm the time setting.

Microwave Usage
When using the microwave function:

• Place the food inside the microwave-safe container.
• Select the desired power level and cooking time.
• Press the Start button to begin cooking.

Oven Functions
For oven functions:

• Adjust the Oven Function knob to select the heating mode.
• Set the temperature using the Temperature/Time button.
• Press the Start/Pause button to initiate cooking.

Cleaning and Maintenance
Keep your appliance in good condition by regularly cleaning it. Refer to the user manual for specific cleaning instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How do I activate the child lock feature?
  A: To activate the child lock, press and hold the Timer/Child Lock button for 3 seconds.

• Q: Can I use metal utensils in this microwave oven?
  A: No, only use microwave-safe utensils and containers to prevent damage to the appliance.

• Q: How do I preheat the oven quickly?
  A: Use the Quick Preheat button on the control panel to expedite the preheating process.

YOUR COMBI MICROWAVE OVEN

Introduction
Cooking with your new microwave oven is safe and relaxing. You can have the tastiest dishes on the table in no time at all. The appliance is extremely easy to use, partly thanks to the automatic cooking and defrosting programmes.
You will find information about the installation, safety, operation and maintenance of your appliance in this instruction manual.
Read the separate safety instructions before using the appliance!
Read this user instruction before using the appliance and keep it in a safe place for future use.
The installation instructions are included separately.

Control panel

Description

1. Control panel
2. Light
3. Grill element
4. Rack levels
5. Hinge
6. Door glass

The following accessories are provided with your oven:

• Oven rack
  Mainly used for grilling. A steam dish or pan with food can also be placed on the oven rack.
  Do not use the oven rack for microwave functions!

• Enamel baking tray
  To be used for roasting meat and baking moist pastry. It can also be used as a drip tray. Place the baking tray into the first level for use as a drip tray during grilling.
  Do not use the enamelled baking tray for microwave functions!

• Glass tray
  For microwave and oven use.

Note
The accessories may deform when they become hot. This does not affect their function. Once they have cooled down again, they regain their original shape.

BEFORE USE

Before you begin

• Open the door and remove the packaging material.
• Do not use the microwave oven when it is damaged, but contact the manufacturer.
• Remove the protection foil from the outside of the microwave oven.
• Clean the inside of the oven and the accessories with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or any strongly smelling detergents.

Setting the clock
When the oven is connected to the mains power, ‘00:00’ will appear in the display.

1. Touch the clock / temperature setting key.
   • The hour display will flash.
2. Use the selection dial knob to enter the correct hour.
3. Touch the clock / temperature setting key.
   • The minute indicator will flash.
4. Use the selection dial knob to enter the correct minute.
5. Touch the clock / temperature setting key again to confirm the set time.
   • After you have set the right time, the time will stop blinking.
   • The clock has been set.

Notes

• To change the time later on, touch the clock / temperature setting key. The actual time will blink in the display.
• Use the selection dial knob to set the time and then touch the clock / temperature setting key again to confirm.

Microwave use
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released enables food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour.

Microwave is used in

• Microwave mode
• Combi-function

Cooking Principle

1. The microwaves generated by the microwave are distributed uniformly. The food is thus cooked evenly.
2. The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Cooking then continues as the heat is dissipated within the food.
3. Cooking times vary according to the container used and the properties of the food:
   • Quantity and density
   • Water content
   • Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)

Important
As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven. Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must therefore be respected to ensure:

• Even cooking of the food right to the centre.
• An even temperature throughout the food.

Microwave cookware guide
Cookware used for ‘Microwave Mode’ must allow microwaves to pass through and penetrate food. Metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper reflect microwaves. That is why cookware made of metallic materials should not be used. Cookware marked ‘microwave – safe’ is always safe for use. For additional information on appropriate cookware refer to the following guide and always use the glass tray on shelf Level 1 when using microwave mode.

Cookware

| Microwave- Safe|

Comments

---|---|---
Aluminum foil| | Can be used in small quantities to protect areas against overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
China and earthenware| | Porcelain, pottery, earthenware and bone china are usually suitable, unless decorated with a metal trim.
Disposable polyester cardboard dishes| | Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.
Fast food packaging

• Polystyrene cups containers

|

|

Can be used to warm food. Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt.

• Paper bags or newspaper
• Recycled paper or metal trims

|

| May catch fire. May cause arcing.
Glassware

• Oven-to-table ware
• Fine glassware
• Glass jars

| | Can be used, unless decorated with a metal trim. Can be used to warm foods or liquids. Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly.

Must remove the lid. Suitable for warming only.

Metal| | May cause arcing or fire.
Paper

• Plates, cups, Kitchen paper
• Recycled paper

| | For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb excess moisture.
| May cause arcing.
Plastic| |

• Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic.
• Can be used to retain moisture. Should not touch the food. Take care when removing the film as  hot steam will escape. Only if boilable or oven- proof. Should not be airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary.

: Recommended
: Use with caution
: Unsafe

Installation of the hooks

Install the hooks with ‘R’ at the rear holes of the cavity. Install the hook with ‘F’ at the front holes of the cavity.

Please remove the tape on the side of the cavity before the installation of the hooks.

1. First, install the hook into hole ‘a’.
2. Then, push the hook into hole ‘b’.
3. Finally, push the hook down into the right place.

Installation of the racks

Note the difference between the left and right rack.

• The left rack.
• The right rack.

Installation of the left rack

1. Lift the rack to position ‘a’ against the front hook. Make sure the back of the rack is against the rear hook.
2. Push the rack backward to position ‘b’.
3. Push the rack downward to position ‘c’ and move it into the bottom of the hook groove.
4. Finished.

Instructions for the control panel knob (only for MAC314)
The knob can only be rotated for use when the knob protrudes from the control panel.

• Press the knob to let it protrude from the front panel.

The knob can only be pushed into the control panel when the bar on the knob is vertical.

• Press the knob back into the front panel.

Right
Wrong

OPERATION

General
Microwave power levels
You can see from the table below from which five power levels you can choose and for which foods the power levels are suitable. During use it is possible to change the power by pressing the microwave key.

• Boiling water, reheating
• Cooking chicken, fish, vegetables

700 W|

• Reheating
• Cooking mushrooms, shellfish
• Cooking dishes containing eggs and cheese

500 W|

• Cooking rice, soup

300 W|

• Defrosting
• Melting chocolate and butter

100 W|

• Defrosting sensitive / delicate foods
• Defrosting  irregularly-shaped foods
• Softening ice cream
• Allowing dough to rise

Changing the temperature
During use it is possible to change the temperature. The temperature status can be viewed in the LED status bar. The set temperature is reached when all LED units in the status bar are lit.

Changing the cooking time
During use it is possible to change the cooking time. The step quantities for adjusting the time are as follow (the maximum cooking time that can be set depends on the chosen mode):

All functions

Note
See ‘Cooking tips’ for information about food.

Microwave functions

Warning!
Microwave heating of liquids (such as water) can result in delayed eruptive boiling. This means that liquid starts boiling without you seeing any movement. Once removed from the oven, the liquid can start to boil rapidly and spatter out of the cup with the risk of injury. The effect of eruptive boiling can be eliminated by placing a plastic / glass spoon in the fluid before cooking it in the microwave oven.

Warning!
Take care with baby food and jars:

• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken after heating.
• Carefully check the temperature of the contents before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

Warning!
Utensils can be hot after use in the microwave oven!

1. Place the dish on the glass tray.
2. Touch the microwave key to activate the microwave function.
   • ‘01:00’ flashes in the display.
   • ‘900’ and the microwave function icon are visible.
3. Use the selection dial knob to set the cooking time.
4. Touch the microwave key.
   • The power indication will flash in the display.
   • You will hear an audible signal.
5. Use the selection dial knob to set the power level.
6. Touch the start / pause key to start the cooking process.
   • When the cooking process is complete, a signal sounds.
   • ‘End’ appears in the display.
   • The ventilator will continue to run for a while before switching itself off.

If you do not touch the start / pause key, the combi microwave oven switches itself Off automatically after 15 minutes.

Oven functions

1. Use the oven function knob to select an oven mode.
   • You can change the time and / or temperature of each mode (if desired) For this, touch the clock / temperature setting key.
   • The time or temperature (setting) will flash.
2. Use the selection dial knob to set the desired time and / or temperature.
   • The time and temperature that can be set depends on the oven function that you have chosen.
3. Touch the start / pause key to start the cooking process.
   • When the cooking process is ready, a signal sounds.
   • The fan continues to operate for some time and then stops automatically.

If you do not touch the start / pause key, the combi microwave oven switches itself Off automatically after 15 minutes.

Combi microwave functions

1. First touch the microwave key.

2. Use the oven function knob to select a mode (see chapter ‘Oven functions table’).

   • The default microwave power will flash in the display.
   • You can change the power, time and / or temperature of each mode (if desired).

3. For this, touch the clock / temperature setting key or microwave key.
   The power, time or temperature (setting) will flash.

4. Use the settings knob to set the desired power, time and / or temperature setting.

   • The power, time and temperature that can be set depends on the mode that you have chosen.

5. Touch the start / pause key to start the cooking process.

   • When the cooking process is ready, a signal sounds. The fan continues to operate for some time and then stops automatically.

If you do not touch the start / pause key, the combi microwave oven switches itself Off automatically after 15 minutes.

Automatic cooking programs
You can choose from 13 automatic cooking programmes and 3 automatic defrost programmes. All you have to do is select the programme and then set the correct weight. The power, time and temperature are already set in the selected programme.

Defrost| | | Weight range in kg|
---|---|---|---|---
d 01| Meat| During defrosting, place the food on the glass tray. If you hear 3 beeps,

the combi microwave oven stops. Turn the food and touch the Start / Pause key

to continue the defrosting program.

| 0.10 – 1.50|

d 02

|

Poultry

| 0.10 – 1.50|

0.10 – 0.80

|
d 03| Fish|
Program| Category| Item| Weight in kg|
P 01**| Vegetables| Fresh vegetables| 0,20-0,40-0,60|
P 02**| Side dishes| Potatoes – peeled / cooked| 0,24-0,48-0,72|
P 03| Side dishes| Potatoes – roasted

If you hear a beep, turn the food. The combi microwave oven starts the next phase automatically.

| 0,45-1,00|
P 04| Poultry / fish| Chicken pieces / fish pieces

If you hear a beep, turn the food. The combi microwave oven starts the next phase automatically.

| 0,45|
P 05| Bakery| Cake| 0,40-0,50-0,60|
P 06| Bakery| Apple pie| 2,40|
P 07*| Bakery| Quiche| 1,00|
P 08**| Reheat| Drink / soup| 0,20-0,40-0,60|
P 09**| Reheat| Plated meal| 0,25-0,35|
P 10**| Reheat| Sauce / stew / dish| 0,10-0,20-0,30|
P 11| Convenience| Frozen – pizza| 0,20-0,40-0,60|
P 12*| Convenience| Frozen – oven chips

If you hear a beep, turn the food. The combi microwave oven starts the next phase automatically.

| 0,30-0,40-0,50|
P 13| Convenience| Frozen – lasagne| 1,60|

Attention!

• During the automatic cooking programmes, the microwave function can be switched on. Therefore do not use metal utensils.
• The programmes with a * are preheated. During preheating, the cooking time pauses and the quick preheat key is on.
• After preheating, you will hear an alarm and the quick preheat key will blink.
• Put the dish on the glass baking tray, and insert it in the oven on level 1. Touch the start / pause key.
• The programmes with ** only use the microwave function.

1. Touch the auto menu key to select automatic cooking programmes (P) or defrost programmes (D).
   • Time, weight and P01 or d01 appear in the display.
2. Use the selection dial knob to select an automatic cooking programme.
3. Touch the weight key to set the weight.
   • The weight flashes in the display.
4. Use the selection dial knob to set the desired weight.
   • The weight you set depends on the selected programme.
5. Press the start / pause key to start the automatic cooking programme.
   • When the cooking program is ready, a signal sounds. The fan continues to operate for some time and then stops automatically.

If you do not touch the start / pause key, the combi microwave oven switches itself Off automatically after 15 minutes.

Preheating
The preheating function can only be used when an oven function is selected.

1. Touch the quick preheat key.
   • The preheat icon appears in the display.
   • If the right temperature is reached, a signal sounds. The preheat icon disappears from the display.
   • You can stop the preheating by opening the oven door or by touching the Off key.
2. Touch the start / pause key to start the previously set cooking process.

If you do not touch the start / pause key, the combi microwave oven switches itself Off automatically after 15 minutes.

Childproof lock
You can ‘lock’ your combi microwave oven, to prevent a cooking process from starting.

Attention

• You can only activate the childproof lock if the combi microwave oven is switched off.
  • The (current) time is visible in the display.

Activating the childproof lock

• Touch and hold the kitchen timer / childproof lock key until an audio prompt is heard.
  • In the display a key icon appears. You cannot operate the combi microwave oven.

Deactivating the childproof lock:

• Touch and hold the kitchen timer / childproof lock key until an audio prompt is heard.
  • In the display the key icon disappears. You can now operate the combi microwave oven again.

Pause
If your combi microwave oven is working, you can set it to ‘pause’.

1. Touch the start / pause key.
   • The settings in the display will flash.
2. Touch the start / pause key to re-start the cooking process.
   • The symbol of the set mode will stop flashing.

COOKING TIPS

Heating and cooking

• The microwave oven always heats with the same intensity. The more you put in the microwave oven, the longer the cooking time.
• Wide, flat dishes become hot more quickly than narrow, tall dishes.
• Covering dishes with cling film or a suitable lid prevents spattering, shortens cooking time and helps maintaining humidity of the dish.

Caution!

• Remove the cling film or lid carefully afterwards. The steam that comes off can be very hot!
• If necessary, moisten foods that quickly dehydrate. First soak potatoes and vegetables in cold water for a moment before placing them in the microwave oven. This prevents a skin forming on them.
• For uniform results, it is best to stir or turn meals once or twice.
• When reheating foods that have already been cooked before, always select the highest microwave power level.
• When cooking in a microwave oven, only small quantities of water, salt and seasoning are necessary. Best add salt after cooking. This prevents moisture being drawn out of the food.
• Food continues to cook for some time after the microwave oven has been switched off. Keep this in mind, don’t overcook your meals.

Caution!
When heating small quantities of powdery products (such as when drying herbs), always place a glass of water in the microwave. Ot herwise, due to the small quantity, there is a chance of spontaneous combustion.

Defrosting

• Always defrost large, dense pieces using the defrosting programme. The food will defrost gradually and evenly, you will not run the risk of the outside drying while the centre is still frozen.
• To speed up the defrosting process, it is recommended that after a while the food be divided up into smaller pieces.
• For large pieces of meat and dense food, introduce a couple of breaks into the defrosting process.
• When defrosting irregularly shaped food, halfway through the defrosting time you can cover or wrap the thin parts with aluminium foil.
• Preferably use the oven grid when preparing meals. Never place cold (frozen) meals directly on the glass tray. The difference in temperature may cause it to crack!

Factors that affect the cooking process

• The temperature of the ingredients affects the cooking times. A cold meal will require a longer cooking time than a meal that is already at room temperature.

• Light, delicate foods cook more quickly than heavy, solid foods, such as stews
  and rolled meats. Take care when cooking light, delicate foods. The edges quickly become dry and tough.

• Small pieces of food are heated more evenly if you place them separately in the microwave, preferably in a circle.

• Bones and fat conduct heat better than meat. Covering chicken legs and wings with aluminium foil prevents burning these parts.

• Microwaves penetrate food to a depth of about 3 cm. The centre of thick foods is heated as a result of heat from the heated part (the outside) spreading to the inside.

• Meat and poultry that is cooked in the microwave for more than about 15 minutes becomes lightly browned. Any food cooked for a shorter time can be rubbed beforehand with a ‘browning’ sauce, such as Worcestershire sauce, soya bean oil or barbecue sauce.

• Greaseproof paper prevents splattering. It also retains heat better.

Basic techniques

• Stirring
  • By stirring dishes regularly you distribute the heat stored in them. Always stir from outside to inside, since the outside of the dish always becomes hot first.
• Turning
  • Turn large, thick foods frequently. They then cook more evenly and quickly.
• Pricking
  • Foods with a skin or shell, such as egg yolks, shellfish and fruit, burst in the microwave. You can prevent this by pricking them a few times with a fork or skewer beforehand.
• Checking
  • Foods cook quickly. You should therefore check them frequently. Take food out of the microwave just before it is done.
• Standing
  • Once you have taken it out of the microwave, let the food stand covered for, in general, 3 to 10 minutes. The food continues to cook. Foods that have a dry crust, such as cake, should not be covered.

Cooking vegetables

• Use fresh vegetables if possible. If the vegetables have become limp because they have been kept for too long, you can refresh them by soaking them in cold water for a little while.
• Use a large dish to cook vegetables, so the bottom of the dish is not covered by too thick a layer.
• Preferably cook vegetables with the water that clings to them.
• Always cover the dish with a lid or microwave cling film.
• Do not add salt. The salts naturally present in the vegetables usually provide enough flavour. If you must add salt, do so after cooking.
• Cook vegetables for as short a time as possible. Allow for them continuing to cook after the microwave has been switched off.
• Check whether the vegetables are done by pricking them with a fork or skewer.

Cooking fish
Fish should be cooked gradually. With thin fish, fatty fish or small portions, therefore, set the power level to 30%. In other cases, you can safely set the power level a bit higher. Allow, however, for the food continuing to cook after the microwave has been switched off. Fish is done when the flesh has become opaque.

MAINTENANCE

Keeping your appliance neat

• The cooking compartment in your appliance is made of enamel. Improper care can lead to corrosion in the cooking compartment. Refer to the care and cleaning instructions in the instruction manual.
• Salts are very abrasive. If salt is deposited in the cooking compartment, rust could develop in places.
• Acidic sauces, such as ketchup and mustard, or salted foods, e.g. cured roasts, contain chloride and acids. These affect the stainless steel surface. Clean the cooking compartment after each use.
• 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 shattering of the glass (if provided).
• DO NOT use a steam cleaner to clean the microwave oven.
• If the seal on the outside of the cooking compartment is very dirty, the cooking compartment door will no longer close properly during operation. The fronts of adjacent units could be damaged. Keep the seal clean.
• Clean the inside and outside of the oven regularly using soapy water and dry it thoroughly with a dry cloth. Make sure that the microwave distributer cover (inside the oven on the right) is clean. A cover which is not clean may cause sparking.
• Clean the inside immediately after use. Use a damp cloth to remove any condensation, liquid that has boiled over and food remains. Crumbs and liquid that remain behind absorb microwave energy and lengthen cooking times.
• Clean the accessories regularly; use soapy water and a brush and dry the accessories thoroughly with a dry cloth. The accessories may also be washed in a dishwasher.
• Odours will disappear if you put a glass of vinegar or water – with lemon juice added – in the oven space. Switch the microwave on for two minutes on full power. Then wipe with a damp cloth.

Lighting

• This appliance is fitted with LED lighting.
• LED lamps guarantee you optimum lighting, a service life of up to 10 times longer than conventional lamps and energy savings of as much as 90%.

Contact the technical department when LED lighting needs to be replaced.

FAULTS

What to do if…
If the microwave oven does not cook as well as it should do, if there is sparking inside it, or if it does not start, etc., first try to find the reason for the problem yourself before calling the service department.

Check:

• Is the plug in the socket?
• Is the door closed properly?
• Have the power level and the cooking time been set properly?
• Are there any objects in the microwave oven which shouldn’t be there?
• Are you using the correct cooking utensils?
• Are the vents blocked?
• Has the food been defrosted sufficiently?
• Did you stir or turn the food during cooking?
• Is the childproof lock turned on?

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Product specifications
On the label on the inside of this equipment, you will find the total wattage, the required voltage and the frequency.

• Depth excluding the 20 mm depth of the dashboard.

Disposing of the appliance and the packaging
This product is made from sustainable materials. However, it must be disposed of in a responsible manner at the end of its useful life. The government can provide you with information about this.
The packaging of the appliance can be recycled. The following materials have been used:

• cardboard
• polyethylene wrap (PE)
• CFC-free polystyrene (hard PS foam)

You should dispose of these materials in a responsible manner, according to the government regulations.
The product shows a pictogram of a crossed-out waste container to point out that domestic electrical appliances must be disposed of separately. Thus the appliance may not be processed via the regular waste flow at the end of its useful life. It must be handed in at a special municipal waste depot or at a sales outlet which does this for you.

By collecting household appliances separately, we prevent negative consequences to the environment and our health which could be the result of incorrect disposal. The materials used to make this appliance can be re-used, which means tremendous savings in energy and raw materials.

Declaration of conformity
We hereby declare that our products comply with the relevant European directives, standards and regulations as well as all requirements referred to in the standards.

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