IKOHS 900 Retro Digital Microwave with Grill User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: IKOHS

IKOHS 900 Retro Digital Microwave with Grill

Thank you very much for choosing our microwave. Before using this product, carefuly read the instructions for its correct use.
The Included safety precautions reduce the risk of electric shock, injury, and even death if strictly followed. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, together with the duly completed product warranty card, the original product packaging, and proof of purchase. If posstble, pass these lnstructions on to the next owner of the appliance. Always observe basic safety precautions and accident prevention rules when using an appliance. We decline any responsibility derived from the breach of these instructions by the clients.

SECURITY INSTRUCTIONS

When using any electrical appliance. basic safety precautions should always be observed.

Read all Instructions before usr ng the appliance and keep for future reference.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. It Is not designed for rndustrf al or laboratory use.
Do not operate the oven when empty.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. If the supply cord is damaged. it must be replaced by the manufacturer or Its service agent or a similarly qualified person In order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of Improper use.
WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

To reduce the rlsk of flre in the oven cavity:
- When heating food in plastic or paper container, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibiLity of ignition.
- Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastf c bags before placing the bag In the oven.
- If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
- Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not fn use.
- The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of clothing and heating of warming pads, sLippers, sponges. damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury. ignition or fire.

WARNING: Liquid or other food must not be heated In sealed containers since they are Liable to explode.

Microwave heating of beverage can result in delayed boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the contalner.
Do not fry food in the oven. Hot oil can damage oven parts and utensils and even result in skin burns.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.
Pierce foods with heavy skjns such as potatoes, whole squashes, apples and chestnuts before cooking.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked before serving In order to avoid burns.
Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Potholders may be needed to handle the utensil
Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave oven.
This product Is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The definition of Group 2 which 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. For Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in domestic establlshments and in establishments dr rectly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purpose.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physcal 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.
The mr crowave oven is only used In freestanding.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cook top or other heat- producing appliance. if installed could be damaged and the warranty would be avoided.

The ml crowave oven shall not be placed In a cabinet.
The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appUance is operating.

WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.

During use the appliance becomes hot. care should be taken to avoid touching heatlng elements inside the oven, for cooking ranges and ovens.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabllftres, or Laek of experrence and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction.

WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until
it has been repaired by a competent person

The Instructions shall state that appllances are not Intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
The microwave oven is for household use only and not for commercial use.
Never remove the distance holder in the back or on the sf des, as lt ensures a minimum distance from the wall for air circulation.
Please secure the glass tray before you move the appliance to avoid damages.

Caution: It is dangerous to repair or maintain the appliance by no other than a specialist because under these circumstances the cover has to be removed which assures protection against microwave radiation. This applies to changing the power cord or the lighting as well. Send the appliance in these cases to our service centre.

The microwave oven is intended for defrosting, cooking and steaming of food only.
Use gloves If you remove any heated food.

Caution: Steam will escape, when opening lids or wrapping foil

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physfcal, sensory or mental capabllltf es or Lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.
If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
To avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy:
- Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat ot tamper wtth 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.
- Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is very important that the oven door closes property and that there is no damage to the door (lncludlng any dents), hinges and latches (broken or Loosened), door seals and sealing surfaces.
- The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified personnel.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door.
WARNING: Check the oven for any damage. such as mlsaUgned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing surface, broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage. do not operate the oven and contact qualified service personnel.
This microwave oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface to hold its weight and the heaviest food likely to be cooked in the oven.
Do not place the oven where heat, moisture, or high humidity are generated, or near combustible materlals.
For correct operation, the oven must have sufficient airflow. Allow minimum 20cm of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven and 5cm at both sides. The microwave oven rear plate must be placed close to the wall Do not cover or block any openlngs on the appUance. Do not remove feet.
Do not operate the oven without glass tray, roller support, and shaft in their proper positions.
Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the oven or over any hot or sharp surface.
The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an emergency.
Do not use the oven outdoors.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appUance must be grounded. This oven is equrpped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. Uslng a high voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire or other accident causing oven damage.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Note:

If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or service person.
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any llablllty for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.
The wires in this cable main are colored in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = Earth
Blue = Neutral
Brown= Live

RADIO INTERFERENCE

Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:

Clean door and seaUng surface of the oven.
Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Before asking for service. please check each item below:

Check to ensure the oven is plugged in securely. If not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in again securely.
Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appUance.
Check to ensure the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set
Check to ensure the door is securely closed, engaging the door Lock system. If the door is not property closed, the microwave energy will not flow inside.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFIES THE SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.

COOKING TECHNIQUES

Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of the drsh.
Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
Cover foods while cooking. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
Turn foods over once during microwave cooking to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once.
Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside.

COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE

Microwaves cannot penetrate metal Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking. This requirement Is not applicable If the manufacturer specifies size and shape of metallic containers suitable for microwave cooking.
Microwaves cannot penetrate metal, so metal utensils or dishes with metallic trim should not be used.
Do not use recycled paper products when microwave cooking, as they may contain small metal fragments which may cause sparks and/or fires.
Round / oval dishes rather than square / oblong ones are recommend, as food in corners tends to overcook.
Narrow strips of aluminum foil may be used to prevent overcooking of exposed areas. But be careful to not use too much and keep a distance of 1 inch (2.54cm) between foil and cavity.
The followrng list is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils:

COOKWARE

| MICROWAVE| GRILL|

COMBINATION

---|---|---|---
Heat- Resistant Glass|

Yes

| Yes|

Yes

Non H eat – Resist ant Glass|

No

| No|

No

Heat-Resistant Ceramics|

Yes

| Yes|

Yes

Mic rowave- Safe Plastic Dish|

Yes

| No|

No

Kitchen Paper|

Yes

| No|

No

Metal Tray|

No

| Yes|

No

Metal Rack|

No

| Yes|

No

Aluminum Foil & Foll Containers|

No

| Yes|

No

PART LIST

Wave guide (Please do not remove the mica plate covering the wave guide)
Glass tray
Grill heater
Door
Door safety lock system
Control panel
Metal rack for grlll cooking
Roller ring
Shaft

CONTROL PANEL

DISPLAY

Cooking time, power indicators and clock time are displayed.

DEFROST/CLOCK

Touch once to set speed defrost program.
Touch twice to set weight defrost program. The defrosting time and power level are automatically set once the food category and the weight are programmed.
Touch to set the oven clock.

Turn the dial to enter food weight, cooking or clock time.
Touch to start the cooking or defrosting programs.
Touch to set quick start program.
Turn to choose auto cook menu.

POWER

Use to set power level To check power level during time cooking, touch POWER pad.

GRIL/COMBI

Use to set grill cooking.
Use to set microwave and grill combination cooking.

STOP/CANCEL

Touch to clear the selected power Level, cook or defrost times that were previously programmed.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

When the oven is first plugged in, you will hear a beep and the display will show “1:00” and a clock icon.
During the setting mode, the system will return to wait f ng mode If there 1s not any operation within 20 seconds.
During cooking, if you press STOP/CANCEL pad once or open the door, the program will be paused. then press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to resume, but if you press STOP/CANCEL pad twice, the program will be canceled.
After endfng cooking, the system will beep several times as a reminder for the user every two minutes until the user presses any pad or opens the door.
This system of the microwave oven has the feature of cooling. As for any cooking mode which cooking time is above 2 minutes, once you open the door or the cooking program is stopped, the oven fan will work about 3 minutes automatically to cool the oven for prolonging the life of the oven.

SETTING THE CLOCK

This is a 24 or 12 hour clock. and you can select it by pressing DEFROST/CLOCK pad.

In standby mode, press and hold DEFROST/CLOCK pad for 3 seconds to choose the 12-hour clock. (If you want to choose 24-hour clock press the pad again.)
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME knob to set the hour digit
Touch DEFROST/CLOCK pad to confirm.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME knob to set the minute digit.
Touch DEFROST/CLOCK pad agaln to confirm.
NOTE: During cooking you can check the current time by touching DEFROST/CLOCK pad.

QUICK START

In standby state, press the MENU/WEIGHTm ME knob repeatedly to enter cooklng time, The longest time is 10 minutes, and the oven will start automatically at 100% high power level

MICROWAVE COOKING

To cook with microwave power alone, press the POWER button a number of times to select a cooking power level, and then use the MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to set a desired cooking time. The longest cooking time Is 60 minutes. The oven will start cooking after MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial is pressed.
Select power level by pressing the POWER button:

Press POWER button

|

Cooking power

---|---

One

| 100 %
Twice|

80 %

3 times

| 60 %
4 times|

40 %

5 times

| 20 %
6 times|

0 %

For example, suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 60% of microwave power.

Press POWER button repeatedly untll lt shows 60.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME to 6:00.
Press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME knob to confirm.
NOTE: During cooking, you can check the present cooking power by pressing POWER button.

AUTO DEFROST

The oven allows defrosting meat, poultry, and seafood. The defrosting time and power level are adjusted automatically once the weight rs programmed. The range weight of frozen food varies between 100g and 1800g.

In standby mode, press DEFROST/CLOCK pad twice.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to select food weight.
Touch MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to confirm.
NOTE: During defrosting program, the system wiU pause and it will beep to remind the user to turn food over, and then press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to resume.

SPEED DEFROST

In standby mode, press DEFROST/CLOCK pad once.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to enter defrost time. The longest defrost time you can set is 60 mlnutes.
Touch MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to confirm.
NOTE: During defrosting program, the system will pause and it will beep to remind the user to turn food over. and then press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME pad to resume.

MULTISTAGE COOKING

Set the first stage cooking program. DO NOT TOUCH MENU/WEIGHT/TIME.
Set the second stage cooking program. DO NOT TOUCH MENU/WEIGHT/TIME.
Set the t hird stage cooking program.
Touch MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial
NOTE: Quick start, auto defrost, speed defrost and auto cook cannot be set in multistage cooking.

First stage

| Microwave cooking/ Grill cooking / Combination cooking
---|---

Second stage

| Microwave cooking/ Grill cooking / Combination cooking

Third stage

| Microwave cooking/ Grill cooking / Combination cooking

GRILL COOKING

Grill cookfng is partrcularty useful for thin slices of meat, steaks, chops, kebabs, sausages and pieces of chicken. The longest cooking time is 60 minutes.

Touch GRILUCOMBI pad once.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME knob to enter cooking time.
Touch MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to confirm.

COMBINATION COOKING

COMBINATION 1:

Use for fish or au gratin.
FOR EXAMPLE: Suppose you want to set combination 1 cooking for 25 minutes.

Touch the GRILUCOMBI pad twfce to select the com bf natf on mode 1.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME knob to enter cooking time. The longest time is 60 minutes.
Touch MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial

COMBINATION 2:

Use for puddings, omelettes, baked potatoes and poultry.
FOR EXAMPLE: Suppose you want to set combination 2 cooking for 12 minutes.

Press GRILL/COMB I pad thrice.
Tum MENU/WEIGHT/TIME to 12:00. The Longest cooking time you can set Is 60 minutes.
Press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME.

SETTING CHILD LOCK

The lock prevents unsupervised operation by children.

To set the child lock: In standby mode, if there is not any operation within 1 minute the oven will enter to child lock mode. In the lock state, the oven can’t be operated.
To cancel the child lock: In child Lock mode, open and close the door once to cancel child lock.

AUTO COOK

For food or the following cooking mode, it is, not necessary to program the duration and the cooking power. It is sufficient to indicate the type of food that you wish to cook as well as the weight of this food. In order to do this, rotate the MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial anti-clockwise to select a category of food1/cooking mode, press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial once, and then turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME to indicate weight of food to be cooked.

The oven begins cooking once the MENU/WEIGHT/TIME button is engaged.
• For example: to cook 400g of flsh.

Turn M~NU/WE:IGHT/TIME dial anti-clockwise until code A-6 displays.
Press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial once.
Turn MENU/WEIGHT/TIME dial to indicate a weight of 400g.
Press MENU/WEIGHT/TIME button.

Code

| Menu
---|---
A-1|

Milk/Coffee (200ml/cup)

A-2

| Rice (g)
A-3|

Pasta (g)

A-4

| Potato (230g/unit)
A-5|

Reheat (g)

A-6

| Fish (g)
A-7|

Pizza (g)

A-8

| Popcorn (g)
A-9|

Toast (baking tray /unit)

Note:

For milk/coffee and potato, the display will show numbers of servings instead of weight.
The result of auto cooking depends on factors such as fluctuation of voltage, the shape and size of food, your personal preference as to the doneness of certain foods and even how well you happen to place food fn the oven. If you find the result at any rate not quite satisfactory, please adjust the cooking time a little bit accordingly.

CLEANING AND CARE

Turnoff the oven and unplug the power cord from the wall when cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled Uquf ds adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergents may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid using spray or other harsh cleaners. They may stain. streak or dull the door surface.
The outside of the oven should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
Wipe the door and window on both sldes. the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any sprlls or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaner.
Do not allow the conttol panel to become wet Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When cleaning the control pane~ leave the oven door open to prevent the oven from accidentally turning on.
If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity condition. And it is normal
It is occasfonally necessary to remove the gtass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray ln warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent The roller ring may be washed in mild, soapy water or in a dishwasher. When removing the roller ring, be sure to replace it in the proper position.
Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a microwaveable bowl Microwave lt for 5 mrnutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
If the light bulb bums out, please contact customer service to have it replaced.
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of surface that could adversely affect the Life of the unit and could possibly result in a hazardous situation.
Please do not dispose of this appllance into the domestic rubbish bin; it should be disposed to the particular disposal center provided by the municipalities.
When the microwave ovens grill function is first used, it may produce slight smoke and smell. This ls a normal phenomenon, because the oven Is made of a steel plate coated with lubricating oil, and the new oven will produce fumes and odor generated by burning the lubricating oil This phenomenon will disappear after a period of using.

In compliance with Directives: 2012/19/EU and 2015/863/EU on the restriction of the use of dangerous substances ln electric and electronic equipment as well as ttleir waste disposal The symbol with the crossed dustbin shown on the package indicates that the product at the end of its service life shall be collected as separate waste. Therefore. any products that have reached the end of their useful life must be given to waste disposal centres specialising in separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment, or given back to the retailer at the time of purchasing new similar equipment, on a one for one basis. The adequate separate collection for tbe subsequent start-up of the equipment sent to be reecycled treated and disposed of in an environmentally compatible way contributes to preventing possible negative effects on the environment and health and optlmtses the recycling and reuse of components making up the apparatus. Abusive disposal of the product by the user involves application of the administrative sanctions according to the laws.