Guangdong Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing TM945A2MH-P Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

Guangdong Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing
TM945A2MH-P
Microwave Oven
Instruction Manual

Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven, and keep it carefully.
If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many years of good service.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since the operation can result in harmful exposure to micro ave energy.
It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
open door
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) D o does not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:

1. DOOR (bent)
2. HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
3. DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACES

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Specifications

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific: EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 2.
   “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 4.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars – are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. supervision is necessary when used by children.

7. As with any appliance, close

8. 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.

9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water – for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or a similar location.

12. Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.

13. Keep the cord away from the heated surface.

14. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.

15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    1). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
    2). Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing the bag in the oven.
    3). If material inside of the oven ignites, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off, disconnect the power cord, shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
    4). Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use. or

17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.

THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

1. Do not overheat the liquid.
2. Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
3. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
4. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
5. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding of electric shock by providing an escape wire reduces the risk appliance is equipped with a cord having a plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. grounding wire with a grounding plug. electric current.
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, If it is necessary to use a 3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot  receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
DANGER – Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death.
Do not disassemble this appliance.

WARNING – Electric Shock Hazard
Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until the 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. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:

1. The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

RADIO INTERFERENCE

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

1. Clean door and the sealing surface of the oven and receiver
2. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
3. Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
4. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
5. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven is on different branch circuits.

SAFETY

1. The oven must be on a leveled surface.

2. The turntable and turntable roller rest must be in the oven during cooking. Place the cookware gently on the turntable and handle it carefully to avoid possible breakage.

3. Incorrect use of browning dishes may cause the turntable to break.

4. Use only the specified bag size when using Direct Access Popcorn.

5. The oven has several built-in safety switches to ensure that the power remains off when the door is open. Do not tamper with these switches.

6. Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Operating the oven with no food or food that is extremely low in moisture can cause fire, charring or sparking.

7. Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable. Excessive local heating of the turntable may cause the turntable to break.

8. Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in the microwave oven. Uneven heating may occur and could cause physical injury.

9. Do not heat narrow-necked containers, such as syrup bottles.

10. Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven.

11. Do not attempt home canning in this microwave oven, as it is impossible to be sure all contents of the jar have reached boiling temperature.

12. Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purposes. This microwave oven is made for household use only.

13. To prevent delayed eruptive boiling of hot liquids and beverages or scalding yourself, stir liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through cooking
    time. Let stand in the oven for a short time and stir again before removing the container.

14. Use carefully when cooking food in the microwave oven to avoid burning due to excessive cooking.

15. When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

16. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

UTENSILS

CAUTION – Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pierced before cooking.
pouches should be microwave oven.” See the instructions on “Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If utensils are in question follows the procedure below. in doubt, you can test the

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 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute of cooking time.

Materials you can use in a microwave oven

dish must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware| Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars| Always remove the lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware| Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags| Follow manufacturer instructions. Do not close with a metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups| Use for shorterm cooking/warming only. Do not leave the oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels| Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper| Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic| Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer* instructions. Should be labeled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced, or vented as directed by the package.
Plastic wrap| Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers| Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper| Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in a microwave oven

safe dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed utensils| Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties| May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags| May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam| Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.
Wood| Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

Names of Oven Parts and Accessories
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring assembly 1
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D) Glass tray

Turntable Installation

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a. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
b. Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food are always placed on the glass tray for cooking.
d. 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 doors. Do not install if the oven is damaged.
Cabinet: 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.

Installation

Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.

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  1. A minimum clearance of 3.0 inches (7.5cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open
     (1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven.
     (2) Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.
     (3) Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.
     (4) Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as possible.
     Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to your radio or TV reception.

  2. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install an oven over a range cooktop or other heat- producing appliance. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.

OPERATION

1. Power Level
   11 power levels are available.

PL-0

User Option

When the microwave oven is plugged into an outlet, the oven will display “12:00”, “ENTER TIME”, and enters into wating state.

1. In waiting for the state, press” ” once to set the clock.
2. Press ” ” repeatedly to set beeper volume, units of weight, power save mode, and DEMO mode. Press ” START/ +30 Sec” to confirm the setting.

1
Clock setting| Setting the clock| Please consult “Clock Setting”
2
Beeper Volume| VOLUME LOW| LOW
VOLUME MED| MED
VOLUME HIGH| HIGH
VOLUME OFF| OFF
3
Units of weight LB/KG| LB| LB
KG| KG
4
Power save mode| Power save off| OFF
Power save on| ON
5
DEMO mode| DEMO off| OFF
DEMO on| On

Note:

1. During the beeper volume setting, “VOLUME LOW”, “VOLUME MED”, “VOLUME HIGH” and “VOLUME OFF” will be displayed on the screen in a cycle.
2. Clock cannot be set under the power save mode.

Clock Setting

1. In the waiting state press the number keys to set the clock. “:” will flash during the clock setting process. For example,time is 10:12 now, please press” 1,0,1,2 ” in turn.
2. Press ” START/ +30 Sec” to finish clock setting.
3. If the numbers input is not within the range of 1:00–12:59, the setting will be invalid until valid numbers are input.
4. If no need to set the clock, press ” STOP/CANCEL” to cancel the clock setting and nothing is displayed on the screen.

Note:

1. In the process of clock setting, if the “START/ +30 Sec” button isn’t pressed or if there is no operation within 5 minutes, the oven will go back to the former state audio tically.
2. If need to reset the clock, press “ ” once and follow the above steps.
3. If the clock is not set or canceled, any press of other function keys is invalid and cannot enter into the corresponding function.

Kitchen Timer

1. Press ” Timer On-Off “, the screen will display “ENTER TIME”.
2. Press the number keys and enter the correct timer. (The maximum time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds)
3. Press ” Timer On-Off ” to confirm the setting.
4. When the kitchen time arrives, the buzzer will sound 3 “beep” and the screen will display “TIMER DONE”. If the clock be set (12-hour system), the screen will display the current time after counting down.

Note: Kitchen timer can work with another cooking program.

Microwave cook

1. Press number keys to input the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
2. Press ” POWER LEVEL ” once, the screen will display “PL-Hi”. The default power is 100% power. Repeatedly press the key to choose the power level you need.
3. Press ” START/+30 Sec ” to start cooking.

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

a. Press number keys “1”,”5″,”0″,”0″ in order.
b. Press “POWER LEVEL” several times until the screen display “PL-50”.
c. Press “START/+30Sec” to start cooking.

Note:

1. In the process of cooking, if the ” STOP/CANCEL ” button is pressed, the cooking will be suspended and the surplus time will display.
2. When the cooking time arrives, the buzzer will sound 3 “beep” and the screen will display ” FOOD READY”. The buzzer will sound 3 “beep” every 30 seconds and press  ” STOP/CANCEL” to cancel.

Speedy Cooking

1. In waiting for the state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by selecting a cooking time from 1 to 9 minutes by pressing number pads1 to 9.
2. Under microwave and multi-stage cooking states, press the “START/+30Sec” button to increase cooking time by 30 seconds.

Defrosting

1. Press ” DEFROST “, the screen will display “MEAT”.
2. Press ” DEFROST ” repeatedly and the screen will display “POULTRY”, “FISH” in order. Stop pressing until the screen displays the menu you need.
3. Press ” START/+30Sec “, the screen will display “ENTER WEIGHT” to remind you to set the defrost weight.
4. Press the number keys to set the defrost weight.
5. Press ” START/+30Sec ” to start defrosting.

Note: When half of the time pass, the buzzer will sound 3 “beep” to remind you to turn the food. In order to have a better effect of grilling food, you should turn the food over, close the door, and then press” START/+30Sec ” to continue cooking.

Multi-stage cooking

At most 2 sections can be set for cooking. When the first stage finish, the buzzer will sound twice and the next stage will begin cooking.
Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 5 minutes + 60% microwave power for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as follows.

1. Press “5”,”0″,”0″ to set 5 minutes.
2. Press “POWER LEVEL” repeatedly until the screen display “PL-80”.
3. Press “1”,”0″,”0″,”0″ to set 10 minutes.
4. Press “POWER LEVEL” repeatedly until the screen display “PL-60”.
5. Press “START/+30Sec” to start cooking.

Note:

1. Kitchen timer, auto menu, speedy cooking and defrosting cannot work in multi-stage cooking.
2. During multi-stage cooking, pressing “START/+30Sec” can increase cooking time. And the time is increased on the current cooking stage.

Auto Menu—POPCORN

• Press ” POPCORN ” once, the screen will display “3.3 OZ”. Press “POPCORN” repeatedly and “3.0 OZ”, “1.75 OZ” will display in order.
• Stop pressing until the screen display the weight you need.
• Press ” START/+30Sec” to start cooking.

Auto menu chart:

Auto menu

| Menu/Weight range|

Cook Mode

---|---|---

Popcorn

| 1.75 OZ| Micro

3.0 OZ

3.3 OZ

Potato| 1-4 potatoes|

Sensor

Veggies

|

Fresh Veggies (1-4 cups)

|

Sensor

Frozen Veggies (1-4 cups)

Beverage

|

1 CUP

|

Micro

2 CUPS

3 CUPS

Reheat

|

Dinner Plate

| 1-2 Plates|

Sensor

Soup/Sauce(CU)

| 1 CUP| Micro
Casserole/ Lasagna(CU)| 10.5 OZ|

Micro

Sensor Cook

|

Frozen breakfast(8-12 OZ)

|

Sensor

Ground meat

Fish seafood

Chicken Breast

Auto Cook|

Bacon

|

1 slice

|

Micro

2 slice

3 slice

Frozen Entree

| 10-20 OZ| Sensor
Rice| 1-2 cups|

Sensor

Melt/Soften|

Melt Butter

| 1 Stick|

Micro

2 Stick

Melt Chocolate

|

2 OZ

|

Micro

4 OZ

8 OZ

Soften Ice Cream

| Pint|

Micro

1.5 Quart

Soften Cream Cheese

| 3 OZ|

Micro

8 OZ

INQUIRING FUNCTION

• The clock can not be inquired during the cooking state.
• In the microwave cooking state, press ” POWER LEVEL” to inquire about the microwave power level, and the current microwave power will be displayed. After two seconds, the oven will turn back to the previous state.

LOCK FUNCTION FOR CHILDREN

Lock: In waiting for the state, press ” a- for 3 seconds, there will be a short “beep” denoting entering the children-lock state, and the screen will display . Lock quitting: In the locked state, press  a- for 3 seconds, there will be a short “beep” denoting that lock is released.

COOKING END REMINDING FUNCTION
When the cooking is over, the buzzer will sound 3 “beep” and the screen will display “FOOD READY” to remind user the cooking is finished. The buzzer will sound 3 “beep”  every 30 seconds, please press “STOP/CANCEL” or open the door to cancel.

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

1. ” START030Sec ” must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during cooking;
2. The buzzer sounds three times by inefficient press.
3. During the setting process, if there is no operation in 5 minutes, the oven will go back to clock state or et a blank screen.

MAINTENANCE

Troubleshooting
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.

b. Door is open.
c. Wrong operation is set.| a. Plug into the outlet.
b. Close the door and try again.
c. Check instructions.
Arcing or sparking| a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used.
b. The oven is operated when empty.
c. Spilled food remains in the cavity.| a. Use microwave-safe cookware only.
b. Do not operate with the oven empty.
c. Clean the cavity with a wet towel.
Unevenly cooked foods| a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used.
b. Food is not defrosted completely.
c. Cooking time, the power level is not suitable.
d. Food is not turned or stirred.| a. Use microwave-safe cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Use the correct cooking time, power level.
d. Turn or stir food.
Overcooked foods| Cooking time, the power level is not suitable.| Use the correct cooking time, power level.
Undercooked foods| a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used.
b. Food is not defrosted completely.
c. Oven ventilation ports are restricted.
d. Cooking time, the power level is not suitable.| a. Use microwave-safe cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Check to see that oven ventilation ports are not restricted.
d. Use the correct cooking time, power level.
Improper defrosting| a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used.
b. Cooking time, the power level is not suitable.
c. Food is not turned or stirred.| a. Use microwave-safe cookware only.
b. Use the correct cooking time, power level.
c. Turn or stir food.

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