Breville BMO230 Microwave Instruction Manual

: June 7, 2024
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Breville BMO230 Microwave Instruction Manual
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Breville BMO230 Microwave Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

At Breville we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.

Breville Recommends Safety First

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Carefully read all instructions before operation and save for future reference.
Remove and safely discard any packaging material and promotional labels before using the Breville Microwave for the first time.
To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and safely discard the protective cover that is fitted to the power plug of the Breville Microwave.
Do not place the microwave oven near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure all surfaces are level, clean and free of water or any other substances.
Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven.
When using the microwave oven, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation (see page 11 Installation).
Always operate the microwave oven on a heat-resistant surface. Do not use on a cloth-covered surface, near curtains or other flammable materials.
Do not use the microwave oven on a metal surface, for example a sink drain board.
Always ensure the microwave oven is properly assembled before connecting to the power outlet and operating. Do not use the oven without the roller ring and glass turntable tray in place. Ensure the turntable tray is positioned correctly into the indents on the rotating shaft.
The microwave oven is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
Never use the microwave oven without food or water in the oven cavity. Operating the microwave oven when empty could cause damage to the appliance.
Do not leave the microwave oven unattended when in use.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Allow the microwave oven to cool before moving or cleaning any parts.
Do not place or store anything on top of the microwave oven.
Always ensure the microwave oven is turned off at the power outlet and the cord is unplugged from the power outlet before attempting to move the appliance, when not in use, if left unattended and before disassembling, cleaning or storing.
Keep the appliance clean. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book (page 24).
Always turn the microwave oven off by pressing the STOP/ CLEAR button, switch off at the power outlet and unplug at the power outlet when it is not in use.
Before cleaning, always press STOP/CLEAR position, switch off at the power outlet, unplug at the power outlet and remove the power cord.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

Fully unwind the power cord before use.
Connect only to a 230V or 240V power outlet.
Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces or become knotted.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid or allow moisture to come in contact with the part, unless it is recommended in the cleaning instructions.
The 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.
It is recommended to regularly inspect the appliance. To avoid a hazard, do not use the appliance if power cord, power plug or appliance becomes damaged in any way. Return the entire appliance to the nearest authorized Kambrook Service Centre for examination and/or repair.
Any maintenance other than cleaning should be performed at an authorised Kambrook Service Centre.
This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.
The installation of a residual current device (safety switch) is recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances. It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit supplying the appliance. See your electrician for professional advice.
During electrical storms, the appliance should be disconnected from the power source at the wall socket to prevent any electrical surges that may arise during the storm and which may inadvertently cause damage to the appliance and its electronic componentry.
Always turn the appliance to the OFF position, switch off at the power outlet and unplug at the power outlet when the appliance is not in use.
Before cleaning, always turn the appliance to the OFF position, switch off at the power outlet, unplug at the power outlet and remove the power cord, if detachable, from the appliance and allow all parts to cool.
Do not place this appliance on or near a heat source, such as hot plate, oven or heaters.
Position the appliance at a minimum distance of 20cm away from walls, curtains and other heat or steam sensitive materials and provide adequate space above and on all sides for air circulation.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Wipe the oven cavity with a soft, damp cloth after each use. Leaving food residue, grease or fat in the cavity could cause the microwave oven cavity to overheat and may cause the microwave oven to smoke or catch fire.
The microwave oven should be cleaned regularly and any food splattering inside the cavity should be removed. Failure to maintain the microwave oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface, adversely affecting the life of the microwave oven and possibly resulting in a hazardous situation.
If the door seals or any of the microwave oven is damaged, the microwave oven must not be operated until it has been inspected and/or repaired at an authorised Breville Service Centre.
The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating or warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
Ensure all food containers and/or plates are suitable for use in the microwave oven. This should be done prior to preparing food for heating or cooking in the microwave oven. Monitor foods and liquids heating or cooking in the microwave oven at all times due to the possibility of containers igniting.
Containers or plates suitable for use in the microwave oven should not exceed the width of the glass turntable as this may impede the rotation of the turntable and result in food being unevenly cooked.
Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Some containers and/or plates may appear suitable for use in the microwave oven but may be coated in a glaze that will absorb the microwave energy, overheat and cause the container to crack. The glaze may also prevent the food from heating/cooking.
Food and/or liquids should not be heated or cooked directly on the turntable. Food and/ or liquids must be placed into a suitable microwave-proof container before placing onto the glass turntable.
Food and/or liquids should not be heated or cooked in plastic or paper containers or bags, unless specified as suitable for use by the manufacturer, due to the possibility of containers exploding or igniting.
Metal clips or twist ties should be removed from the packaging as these could cause sparking and/or fire.
Do not use recycled paper or kitchen paper towelling when cooking. Recycled paper may contain small metal or other impurities which could cause sparking and/or fire.
Do not use metal containers or utensils in the microwave oven as these could cause sparking and/or fire.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Food grade foil should not be used in the microwave oven as this could cause sparking and/ or fire.
Ensure that lids and caps covering containers are removed prior to placing liquids and/or foods into the microwave oven.
Feeding bottles and baby food jars should have lids and caps removed before warming or heating in the microwave oven. To avoid burns or scalding after heating, the contents should be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before serving.
Always ensure the temperature of food or drink which has been heated or cooked in the microwave oven has been tested before eating, drinking or serving to others, especially children, disabled or elderly people.
The heating of liquids and beverages in the microwave oven can result in delayed eruptive boiling. Care must be taken when handling any containers containing hot liquids or beverages.
Do not heat popcorn in the microwave oven unless it has been commercially packaged for microwave use. There may be a number of un-popped kernels that may overcook and burn when popping popcorn. Do not use oil unless recommended by the manufacturer. Do not pop popcorn longer than the manufacturer’s instructions (popping time should not exceed 3 minutes). Longer cooking could cause scorching or fire.
Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane (such as potatoes, chicken liver, egg yolks, oysters, etc) without first piercing the membrane several times with a fork or similar utensils.
Fresh eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be cooked or heated in the microwave oven as they may explode during cooking, at the end of cooking or after removing from the microwave oven.
Do not heat oil or fat for shallow or deep frying in the microwave oven. Doing so may cause the microwave oven and/or the oil to overheat and/or ignite.
If any smoke is observed, switch off and unplug the microwave oven at the power outlet. Keep the door closed to stifle any flames.
Do not attempt to operate the microwave oven by any method other than those described in this instruction book.
Do not disconnect the microwave oven from the power supply by pulling on the cord to unplug from the power outlet.
When storing the microwave oven loosely wind the cord. Do not wrap the cord around the microwave oven.
Only use the temperature probe recommended or supplied together with this microwave oven. This is only applicable if the appliance has the facility to use a temperature sensing probe.

WARNING

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 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.
Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a Breville Service Centre. It is particularly important that the oven door closes 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.
Do not put any foreign material between the door and door jam of the microwave oven as this could cause excessive leakage of microwave energy.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a Breville Service Centre to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
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.
When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperature generated.
Surfaces may be hot during and after use.
If the apparatus is not maintained in a good state of cleanliness, its surface could be degraded and affect the lifespan of the product and lead to a dangerous situation.

SPECIFICATION

Power Consumption: 230–240V, ~50Hz, 1450W
Output: 900W
Outside Dimensions: 325.70mm (H), 520mm (W), 430mm (D)
Net Weight: Approx. 15.3kg
Oven Capacity: 30 Litres

These specifications may change without notice.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Components

A. LED Display Shows time, cooking progress and preset functions.
B. Control panel Numeric keypad and cooking functions.
C. Door handle
D. Viewing window
E. Turntable assembly & installation

a. Glass turntable
b. Hub (under glass)
c. Turntable shaft
d. Turntable roller

Components Continued 1

A. LED display screen Shows selected cooking time, power, symbols and time-of- day.
B. TIME COOK Press to input cooking time.
C. POWER LEVEL Press to set power level from 1–10 (10–100%)
D. AUTO MENUS Automatically sets the cooking time for selected foods and weight.
E. INSTANT START Adds 1–6 minutes at 100% power without the need to press start.
F. STOP/CLEAR Press to cancel the selected power level, cook or defrost times that previously programmed. The time-of-day clock cannot be cancelled by pressing the CANCEL pad.
G. TIME DEFROST Use to defrost frozen food by time. The defrosting power level is automatically set once the defrosting time is inputted.
H. WEIGHT DEFROST Use to defrost frozen meat, poultry and seafood by weight. The defrosting time and power level are automatically set once the food category and the weight are programmed.
I. CLOCK SET Press to set current time.
J. KITCHEN TIMER Press to set countdown timer.
K. Number pads (0–9) Press individual pads to set clock time, cooking time or weight.
L. +30 SEC INSTANT START Press to start the cooking or defrosting functions. The interior oven light will turn on, the interior fan will operate and the turntable will rotate. Each additional press of the button will add 30 seconds to the cooking time.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Before first use remove all promotional stickers and packaging material.

Carefully unpack the microwave oven and keep all the packing material until all the parts of the microwave oven have been found and the appliance has been assembled. It is recommended to keep all the packing material in a safe place in case you wish to repack the product for shipping purposes.

To remove any dust that may have accumulated during packing, wash the roller ring and glass turntable in warm soapy water, rinse in clean water then dry thoroughly. Wipe the interior and exterior of the microwave oven with a soft, damp cloth then dry thoroughly

ASSEMBLING THE GLASS TURNTABLE AND TURNING ON THE MICROWAVE OVEN

Place the roller ring into position in the indented space in the oven cavity base.
Insert the glass turntable into position, matching the indents (hub) on the base of the glass turntable with the indents in the shaft located in the centre of the oven cavity base.
Plug the power cord into a 230V or 240V power outlet. Switch on at the power outlet. The microwave oven is now on.

INSTALLATION

Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.
A minimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open.
- Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven.
- 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.
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.
The microwave must not be placed in a cabinet.

INSTALLATION

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 void.
Check the oven for any damage, such as misaligned 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 a Breville service centre.
Do not immerse the microwave oven, power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

Functions

INTRODUCTION TO MICROWAVE COOKING

Microwaves are invisible waves of electromagnetic energy similar to radio waves. Instead of being converted to sound as in a radio or mobile phones, it is converted into a heat source which heats food from the inside.
Microwaves cook because food molecules of water, fat and sugar react to the energy provided by the microwaves. That energy is absorbed by the food causing the molecules to vibrate quickly. This movement creates friction which causes the food to heat up and therefore cook.
The energy in a microwave is not distributed evenly throughout the cavity. The turntable rotates constantly while cooking which prevents uneven cooking.
Microwave cooking is considered the “cool” cooking method as only the food gets hot and surrounding air stays cool.
Microwaves are safe and can be economical.
Ovens need no preheating therefore the kitchen stays cooler. Cooking is cleaner with less odours and washing up is reduced.
Microwave ovens cook foods rapidly, Some foods are better cooked in a microwave oven as they retain more flavour, texture and goodness, such plain fish fillets, soft fruit, vegetables and fat free cakes.
In a microwave the heat is produced INSIDE the food. In all other conventional cooking methods, heat is applied from OUTSIDE through transference of heat by convection or radiation.
Microwave energy penetrates the food to a depth of about 25mm. Small foods under 5cm in diameter such as eggs are penetrated to the centre from all sides. In larger foods, energy creates heat in the outer layer; this then moves to the centre by conduction, as it does with conventional cooking.

SETTING THE CLOCK

When power is activated, the LED will display 00:00. The input time should be within 1:00–12:59.

Example: To set 12:12.

1. Press the CLOCK button, the hour figures will flash.

2. Press the number buttons of 1, 2, 1, 2 in order.

3. Press CLOCK to finish clock setting. ‘:’ will flash, and the time will illuminate.

NOTE

The microwave oven features a 12 hour clock. To set the time, a valid time between 1:00 and 12:59 needs to be entered.

NOTE

During microwave cooking, POWER can be pressed to change the power level. After pressing POWER, the current power level will light for 3 seconds, now you can select the new power level, by pressing the relevant number. The oven will work with the selected power for the remaining cooking time.

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

KITCHEN TIMER

Press the KITCHEN TIMER button, the LED Screen will display 00:00 flashing.
Using the number pad, enter the required countdown timer time (the maximum time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
Press the START/+30 SEC button to confirm the time and commence the countdown.
When the timer has counted down to 0, it will beep 5 times. The LED Screen will revert back to standby.

NOTE

The Kitchen Timer is only a countdown mechanism, the microwave will not cook on this setting. Press STOP/CANCEL to cancel the kitchen timer function.

INSTANT START

When the unit is in waiting state, press START/+30 SEC to start cooking at 30 seconds with 100% microwave power. Each additional press will increase the cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Press START/+30 SEC once to start cooking, LED will display 0:30.

Press START/+30 SEC again for 5 times, and the cooking time will be 3 minutes.

There are additional instant start buttons which are activated by pressing numbers 1 to 6.

INSTANT START

NOTE

During microwave cooking and time defrost, time can be added by pressing START/30 SEC button.

NOTE

Always cook defrosted foods immediately after thawing.

TIPS ON DEFROSTING

The energy required for defrosting is much less than for cooking, the microwave causes the ice formed in the food to melt rather than heat.
Before defrosting meat, remove the freezer bag or wrap to prevent meat sitting in ‘drip’, which will otherwise boil as the meat defrosts causing meat to go grey and begin to stew. To remove frozen meat from freezer wrappings, defrost for a few minutes so the wrap is easy to remove.
Remove meat from Styrofoam tray, as they are not microwave-safe.
Place meat onto a rack with a drip tray to catch juices. Alternatively, place onto a microwave-safe plate that is lined with absorbent paper and elevate on an upturned bowl or cup.
Refer to your user manual for its preferred setting and timing.
Check the meat throughout the defrosting time. As outer portions of meat thaw, remove them. If the edges of meat feel warm, stop microwaving and allow meat to stand for a few minutes or until edges are cold again.
After defrosting the meat it must be cooked right away. Don’t leave it to stand for any length of time at room temperature or in the fridge.

WEIGHT DEFROST

Example: Defrost beef of 500g:

Press WEIGHT DEFROST, LED will display dEF1.
Press 5, 0, 0 in order, ‘g’ will light, the range of defrosting weight is 100g–2000g.
Press START/+30 SEC to start defrosting, ‘g’ will go out, time will be displayed and countdown will start.

TIME DEFROST

Press the TIME DEFROST button, the LED Screen will display dEF2.
Using the number pad, input the defrosting time. The effective time range is 00:01~99:99
The default microwave power is power level 3 PL3. To change the power level, press POWER once, and the LED Screen will display PL3, then use the number pad to select the power level required.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to start defrosting. The remaining cooking time will be displayed

AUTO MENUS

POPCORN AUTO MENU

Follow instructions for pack positioning and general cooking tips.
Press the POPCORN button repeatedly until the approximate weight you wish to cook appears on the LED Screen, 50 or 100 grams will be displayed in that order. For example, press POPCORN once, 50 will be displayed.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence operation, the beeper will sounds once. When cooking is finished, the beeper will sound five times and the LED Screen will revert back to standby.

Potato Auto Menu

Before cooking, prick each potato 3–4 times with a fork and position potatoes around outer edges of turntable

Press the POTATO button repeatedly until the number of potatoes (or approximate weight of potatoes) to be cooked appears on the LED Screen, 1, 2, 3 will display in that order.
- 1 : 1 potato (approximately 230 grams
- 2 : 2 potatoes (approximately 460 grams)
- 3 : 3 potatoes (approximately 690 grams)

For example, press the POTATO button once, 1 will be displayed.

Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence operation, the beeper will sound once. When cooking is complete, the beeper will sound five times and the LED Screen will revert back to standby.

Frozen Vegetable Auto Menu

Cook in a microwave-safe container partially covered with cling wrap or microwave-safe vented lid.
Press the FROZEN VEGES button repeatedly until the weight of the frozen vegetables to be cooked appears on the LED Screen, 150, 350, 500 grams will be displayed in that order. For example, to programme 150g press the FROZEN VEGES button once, 150 will be displayed.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence operation, the beeper will sound once. When cooking is finished, the beeper will sound five times and the LED Screen will revert back to standby

Hot Drinks Auto Menu

Use heat-proof microwave-safe cups to reheat drinks. For even heating, always space cups evenly around the outside of the turntable.
Press the HOT DRINKS button repeatedly until the number of cups to be heated appears on the LED Screen, 1, 2, 3 (representing cups) will be displayed in that order. One cup is approximately 120ml. For example, press the HOT DRINKS button once, 1 will be displayed.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence operation, the beeper will sound once. When cooking is finished, the beeper will sound five times and the LED Screen will revert back to standby.

NOTE

If warming more than 1 cup at a time, arrange cups evenly spaced around the outside of the turntable.

Dinner Plate Auto Menu

Press the DINNER PLATE button repeatedly until the approximate weight of the food to be re-heated appears on the LED Screen, 250, 350, 500 grams will display in that order. For example, press the DINNER PLATE button once , 250 will be displayed.
Cover plate with vented cling wrap, absorbent paper or a microwave safe vented lid.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence cooking, the beeper will sound once. When heating is finished, the beeper will sound five times and the LED Screen will revert back to standby.

Pizza Auto Menu

Press the PIZZA button repeatedly until the approximate weight of the pizza to be cooked appears on the LED Screen, 100, 200, 400 grams will be displayed in that order. For example, press the PIZZA button once, 100 will be displayed.
Line turntable with absorbent paper and place pizza slices on top. This will absorbed excess moisture and prevent base from becoming soggy.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence cooking, the beeper will sound once. When cooking has finish, the beeper will sound five times and then the LED Screen will revert back to standby.

MEMORY FUNCTION

Press the 0/MEMORY button twice, stop when the LED Screen displays 2.
Press the TIME COOK button once, then press 3, 2, 0 in order to set the cooking time 3 minutes 20 seconds.
Press the POWER LEVEL button once. PL10 will be displayed on the LED Screen, then press the 8 button, PL8 will now be displayed on the LED Screen.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to save the setting as Memory Function setting 2. The beeper will sound once and will display 2. The setting has now been saved as Memory 2.
Up to 3 memories can be stored in the Microwave Oven Memory Function. Repeat the above steps to store desired settings in each memory allocation.

NOTE

Once the main power is switched off, stored memories will be deleted.

To Recall the Memory Function

In order to recall the saved cooking programme, press the 0/MEMORY button twice, the LED Screen will display 2, then press the START/ +30 SEC button to commence operation.

MULTI-STAGE COOKING

At most, 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is defrosting, then defrosting will be automatically saved as the first stage.

NOTE

Once the main power is switched off, stored memories will be deleted.

To Recall the Memory Function

In order to recall the saved cooking programme, press the 0/MEMORY button twice, the LED Screen will display 2, then press the START/ +30 SEC button to commence operation.

MULTI-STAGE COOKING

At most, 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is defrosting, then defrosting will be automatically saved as the first stage.

NOTE

The 6 Auto cooking programs cannot be programmed in to a multi-stage cooking setting.

Example: To cook with 80% microwave power PL8 for 5 minutes + 60% microwave power PL6 for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as following:

Press the TIME COOK button once, then press 5, 0, 0 to set the cooking time.
Press the POWER LEVEL once, then press the 8 button to select 80% microwave power PL8.
Press the TIME COOK button once, then press 1, 0, 0, 0 to set the cooking time to 10 minutes.
Press the POWER LEVEL button again, then press the 6 button to select 60% microwave power PL6.
Press the START/+30 SEC button to commence operation.

INQUIRY FUNCTION

The Inquiry Function allows for the power level or time to be viewed during operation. The power level can only be viewed when the microwave oven is operating on a POWER LEVEL setting. To view the power level, press the POWER button and the power level will be displayed on the LED Screen for 3 seconds. To view the time, press the CLOCK SET button during operation and the time will be displayed on the LED Screen for 3 seconds.

CHILD LOCK FUNCTION

To activate the Child Lock, press and hold the STOP/CLEAR button for 3 seconds, there will be a long “beep” denoting that the microwave is entering into the child-lock state; meanwhile, the LED Screen will display:
To de-activate the Child Lock, in the locked state, press and hold the STOP/CLEAR button for 3 seconds, there will be a long “beep” denoting that the lock is released.

Hints & Tips

SOME IMPORTANT TIPS FOR MICROWAVING COOKING

To help equalize energy in the food so that it cooks evenly follow these helpful tips.

Arrange foods with varying size ends, such as chicken drumsticks and broccoli with the thicker or tougher part positioned to the outside of the dish. This ensures the parts that require more cooking will receive more energy, so the food will cook evenly.
Covering the dish during cooking holds in the heat and steam to speed up cooking time. Use a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap that has been vented by turning back one edge at the side of the dish to form a narrow vent to release excess steam.
Choose cooking dishes that are shallow and preferably have straight sides. Shallow dishes enable the food to cook faster and straight edges prevent the edges from being overcooked.
Arrange individual items such as ramekins or whole potatoes around the outside of the turntable. Making sure to leave space between items so the energy can penetrate from all sides.
Use round shaped microwave dishes. Round shapes cook more evenly than square or rectangular dishes which absorb most of the energy in the corners causing food to overcook and toughen.
Shield areas which attract the most energy such as wing tips of chickens and corners of square dishes by covering them with small pieces of foil. This will reflect microwaves and prevent overcooking and food drying out.
Heat breads, biscuits or oily food on paper towel. This prevents the build-up of steam between food and turntable, keeping surfaces crisp and dry. Cover foods with paper towel to prevent splatters.
Stir foods from the outside to centre of the dish once or twice during cooking to equalize heat and speed microwaving.
Turn medium to large food items over once during microwaving. This enables even exposure to microwaves.
Elevating some types of food such as cakes, roast vegetables and dough products can be advantageous. It allows more energy to penetrate the food from all sides, base and top. Use a microwave-safe plastic or ceramic rack. If a rack is unavailable, use an upturned bowl or cup may be used to elevate plates of food.
Do not elevate any special browning dishes, jugs of sauce or custard, small quantities of food or mugs of beverages.
Internal temperatures of foods continue to rise so that they continue cooking even after they have been removed from the microwave oven. It is better to undercook food as it will continue to cook once removed from the microwave.

MICROWAVE UTENSILS

Containers, plates, dishes, etc. used in the microwave oven should always be microwavesafe. Check if stated on the underside of the utensil or contact the manufacturer.
To test if a container, plate or dish is microwave-safe, place it into the microwave oven with 1 cup of cold water (in a microwavesafe cup) and heat on High (100%) Power for 1 minute. If the container is hot and the water is cold, the container is not suitable for microwave oven use. If the container is cold and the water is hot, then the container is suitable for microwave oven use.
Metal containers and utensils should not be used in the microwave oven.

Care & Cleaning

Switch off the microwave oven at the power outlet and remove the plug from the power outlet before cleaning.
Keep the inside of the microwave oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to the microwave oven internal walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the cavity gets very dirty. Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door surface.
The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the microwave oven cavity, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
Wipe the door and window on both sides of the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use an abrasive cleaner.
Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When cleaning the control panel, leave the microwave oven door open to prevent it from accidentally turning on.
If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft dry cloth. This may occur when cooking foods high in moisture or if the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions, this is normal.
It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass turntable for cleaning. Wash the turntable in warm soapy water, rinse in clean water and dry thoroughly.
The roller ring and microwave oven floor should be cleaned regularly to ensure the glass turntable rotates correctly and avoids making excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the microwave with a soft damp cloth. The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water, rinse in clean water and dry thoroughly. When removing the roller ring from the cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace in the proper position.
Remove odours from your microwave oven by combining a cup of water with the juice of one lemon in a deep microwave-safe bowl, microwave on High PL10 for 5 minutes. Wipe the microwave oven cavity thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult your Breville Service Centre to have it replaced.
Please do not dispose this appliance with domestic rubbish; it should be taken to the appropriate disposal centre provided by the local council municipalities.
If storing the microwave oven, press the STOP/CLEAR button, switch off at the power outlet then unplug the power cord. Ensure the microwave oven is completely cool, clean and dry. Secure the roller ring and glass turntable and close the door.

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the power 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 power outlet with another appliance.
Check to ensure that the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set.
Check to ensure that the door is securely closed engaging the door safety lock system. Otherwise, the microwave energy will not flow into the oven.

NOTE

If none of the above rectify the situation, then contact your Breville Service Centre. Do NOT try to adjust or repair the oven yourself.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Table

Breville Customer Service Centre

Australian Customers
Phone: 1300 139 798
Web:www.breville.com.au

New Zealand Customers
Phone: 0800 273 845
Web:www.breville.co.nz

Breville, the Breville logo & the Fast & Easy are registered trademarks of Breville Pty. Ltd. A.B.N. 98 000 092 928.
Copyright Breville Pty. Ltd. 2018.

Due to continued product improvement, the products illustrated/photographed in this brochure may vary slightly from the actual product.

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