bodum A70 Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

July 11, 2024
Bodum

bodum A70 Microwave Oven

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Can I use this microwave oven for commercial purposes?
    • A: No, this microwave oven is designed for household use only.
  • Q: What should I do if a fire ignites inside the oven?
    • A: Close the oven door, turn off the appliance, and disconnect power immediately. Seek professional service if needed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Household use only

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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 “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 8.
  3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 9.
  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.
  7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
  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 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 similar locations.
  12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
  13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
  14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
  15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
  16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    • Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
    • Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
    • If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
    • Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
  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 LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
  18. Notice for extension cord:
    • A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
    • Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
    • 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; and
    3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliance:

  1. Read all instructions before using.
  2. Make sure the voltage in your living area corresponding to the one shown on the rating label of the appliance. And the wall socket is properly grounded.
  3. TO reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
    • DO not overcook the food.
    • Remove wire twist -ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in the oven.
    • Do not heat oil or fat for deep drying as the temperature of oil cannot be controlled.
    • After use wipe the waveguide cover with a damp cloth, followed by dry cloth to remove any food splashes and grease. Built -up grease may overheat and begin to cause smoke or catch fire.
    • If materials inside the oven should smoke or ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off and disconnect the power supply.
    • Close supervision is necessary when using disposable containers made from plastic, paper or other combustible material.
  4. To reduce the risk of explosion and sudden boiling:
    • Do not place sealed containers in the oven. Baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or teat are considered to be sealed containers.
    • When boiling liquid in the oven, use the wide-mouthed container and stand about 20 seconds at the end of cooking to avoid delayed eruptive boiling of liquids.
    • Potatoes, sausage and chestnut should be peeled or pierced before cooking. Eggs in their shell, whole hard -boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
    • The cooked liquid should not be removed out immediately. Several moments should be waited before removing. In order to avoid possible hazards caused by delayed eruptive boiling of 1iquids.
    • The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
  5. Never operate the oven further if the door or door seals is damaged or the oven is malfunctioned or supply cord is damaged. Return the appliance to the nearest authorised service center for repair and maintenance. Never try to adjust or repair the oven yourself.
  6. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a shock hazard.
  7. After cooking, the container is very hot. Using gloves to take out the food and avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands.
  8. Slowly lift the furthest edge of dishes cover and microwave plastic wrap and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face.
  9. TO prevent the turntable from breaking:
    • Let the turntable cool down before cleaning.
    • Do not place hot foods or utensils on the cold turntable.
    • Do not place frozen foods or utensils on the hot turntable.
  10. Make sure the utensils do not touch the interior walls during cooking.
  11. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
  12. Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
  13. Do not store food or any other things inside the oven.
  14. Do not operate the oven without any liquid or food inside the oven. This would do damage the oven.
  15. This appliance is not intended for using by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
  16. When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
  17. Any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries to persons.
  18. Do not use outdoors.
  19. Save these instructions.
  20. WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
  21. WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
  22. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated sealed container since they are liable to explode.
  23. 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.
  24. Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
  25. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
  26. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
  27. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
  28. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
  29. 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.
  30. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
  31. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
  32. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.
  33. WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.
  34. 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.
  35. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  36. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
  37. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote -control system.
  38. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
    • CAUTION: HOT SURFACE
  39. This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
  40. For a permanently connected appliances:
    • GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
    • This appliance must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring,system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
  41. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
    Information as to where qualified service may be obtained. Built-in Microwave ovens – Microwave oven models which may be built-in or installed under the cabinet shall also include the safety instructions described as following, unless otherwise described in the individual description section. “ Not for use adjacent to (within 2 feet of) any gas or electric range or oven”

PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

  • Do not attempt to operate this 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.
  • Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. 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.
  • The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
  1. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
  2. If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
  3. Information as to where qualified service may be obtained.

PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

  • Do not operate or allow the oven to be operated with the door open.
  • Make the following safety checks on all ovens to be serviced before activating the magnetron or other microwave source, and make repairs as necessary: (1) interlock operation, (2) proper door closing, (3) seal and sealing surfaces (arcing, wear, and other damage), (4) damage to or loosening of hinges and latches, (5) evidence of dropping or abuse.
  • Before turning on microwave power for any service test or inspection within the microwave generating compartments, check the magnetron, wave guide or transmission line, and cavity for proper alignment, integrity, and connection.
  • Any defective or misadjusted components in the interlock, monitor, door seal, and microwave generation and transmission systems shall be repaired, replaced, or adjusted by procedures described in this manual before the oven is released to the owner.
  • A microwave leakage check to verify compliance with the Federal Performance Standard should be performed on each oven prior to release to the owner.

Switch and Fuse replacement Marking

WARNING:  For continued protection against excessive radiation emission, replace only with

  1. Primary Switch: Type Nos.
  2. Secondary Switch: Type Nos.
  3. Monitor Switch: Type Nos.
  4. Fuses: UL listed or recognized type fuse rated 20 A.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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

WARNING:  Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, and either:

  1. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance, or
  2. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

For a permanently connected appliances:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring,system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

INSTALLATION

  1. Take out all the packing. If there is a safe film over the oven, tear it off before Use. Check carefully for damage. If any, immediately notify dealer or send to the manufacturer’s service center.
  2. Microwave ovens must be placed under dry and non-corrosiveness environments, kept away from heat and humidity, such as gas burner or water tank.
  3. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the distance of the back of microwave to the wall should be at least 10 cm, the side to the wall should be at least 5 cm, the free distance above the top surface at least 20 cm. the distance of the microwave to the ground should be at least 85 cm.
  4. The position of the oven shall be such that it is far from the TV, Radio or antenna as picture disturbance, or noise may occur.
  5. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible, and must ensure a good grounding in case leakage, ground loop can be formed to avoid electric shock.
  6. The microwave oven must be operated with the door closed.
  7. The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet.
  8. The back of the oven must be placed against a wall.
  9. As there is manufacturing residue or oil remained on the oven cavity or heat element, it usually would smell the odor, even a slight smoke, It is normal case and would not occur after several times use, keep the door or window open to ensure good ventilation. So it is strongly recommended to place a cup of water in the turntable, setting at high power and operate for several times.

CLEANING

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE

Caution: The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.

Warning

  1. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
  2. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  3. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
  4. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
  5. Details for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts.
  6. Never use hard detergent, gasoline, abrasive powder or metal brush to clean any part of the appliance.
  7. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
  8. When the microwave oven has been used for a long time, there may be some strange odors exist in oven, following 3 methods can get rid of them:
    • Place several lemon slices in a cup, then heat with high power for 2-3 min.
    • Place a cup of red tea in oven, then heat with high power.
    • Put some orange peel into oven, and then heat them with high power for 1 minute.

TIPS FOR CLEANING

  • Exterior:
    • Wipe the enclosure with a dampened soft cloth
  • Door:
    • Using a dampened soft cloth, wipe clean the door and window Wipe the door seals and adjacent parts to remove any spill or spatter
    • Wipe the control panel with a slightly dampened soft cloth Interior walls:
    • Wipe clean the interior surfaces with a dampened soft cloth Wipe clean the waveguide cover to remove any food splashed Turntable / Rotation ring / Rotation axis:
  • Wash with mild soap water
    • Rinse with clean water and allow drying thoroughly

PRODUCT INSTRUCTION

  1. Door lock
    • Microwave oven door must be properly closed in order for it to operate
  2. Viewing window
    • Allow user to see the cooking status
  3. Rotating ring
    • The glass turntable sits on its wheels; it supports the turntable and helps it to balance when rotating
  4. Rotating axis
    • The glass turntable sits on the axis; the motor underneath it drives the turntable to rotate
  5. Turntable
    • The food sits on the turntable, its rotation during operation helps to cook food evenly
    • Caution: Place the rotating ring first
    • Fit the turntable onto the rotating axis and make sure that it is geared in properly
  6. Control panel
    • See below in details (the control panel is subject to change without prior notice)
  7. Waveguide cover
    • It is inside the microwave oven, next to the wall of control panel.
    • Warning: Never remove the waveguide cover

OPERATION OF CONTROL PANEL

BEFORE COOKING

  • The display lights up when plugged in power supply, then enter the standby state and display shows 1:00.

POWER FUNCTION

  • There are ten microwave power levels, 100P, 90P, 80P, 70P, 60P, 50P, 40P, 30P, 20P and 10P, respectively. Press the “Micro.” button continuously and select the desired microwave power.
  • Press 0~9 number buttons to input the cooking time, the maximum time that can be input is 99:99. After entering the cooking time, press “START/+30s” button to start work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.
HIGH 100% power output (Applicable for quick and thorough cooking)
M.High 80% power output (Applicable for medium express cooking)
Med 50% power output (Applicable for steaming food)
M.Low 30% power output (Applicable for defrosting food)
LOW 10% power output (Applicable for keeping warm)

Caution

  • The max time which can be set is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
  • Never use the grill rack during microwave cooking.
  • Never operate the oven empty.
  • At the maximum microwave power, the oven will automatically lower the power after a certain time of cooking to lengthen the service life.
  • If you turn the food during operation, press the Start/+30s button once and the preset cooking procedure will continue.
  • If you intend to remove the food before the preset time, you must press Stop button once to clear the preset procedure to avoid unintended operation of next time use.

DEFROST

  • There are two defrost mode, dEF1 and dEF2, respectively. dEF1 for defrost by weight and dEF2 for defrost by time. Press “Defrost” button to select defrost by weight or by time, and the display screen corresponding displays “dEF1” or “dEF2”.
  • Press 0~9 number buttons to input the food weight or defrosting time. The weight range of dEF1 is from 4 to 50oz, and the maximum time that dEF2 can be entered is 99:99. After entering, press the “START/+30s” button start to work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation. The dEF1 defrost mode by weight will have beeping sound to prompt the food to be turned over during defrosting.

Below is some food defrosting time advice:

dEF1 For defrosting, the weight range from 4 to 50oz.
dEF2 For defrosting, the maximum time is 99:99.

Caution

  • It is necessary to turn over the food during operation to obtain uniform effect.
  • Usually defrosting will need longer time than that of cooking the food.
  • If the food can be cut by knife, the defrosting process can be considered completed.
  • Microwave penetrates around 4cm into most food
  • Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible, it is not advised to put back to fridge and freeze again.

AUTO COOKING

There are eight automatic menus, popcorn, baked potato, pizza, frozen vegetable, fresh vegetable, beverage, meat and bread respectively. Select the desired auto menu button and press the corresponding menu button which to be selected continuously to select the desired food weight, and the display shows the corresponding weight. After selecting the cooking weight, press “START/+30s” button to start work. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.

Display Kind Method
A.1 Popcorn The optional weight is 3.5oz.
A.2 Baked Potato The optional weights are 9oz, 18oz and 27oz.
A.3 Pizza The optional weights are 7oz and 14oz.
A.4 Frozen vegetable The optional weights are 7oz, 14oz and 21oz.
A.5 Fresh vegetable The optional weights are 7oz, 14oz and 21oz.
A.6 Beverage The optional weights are 1 cup, 2 cups or 3 cups,

each one about 250ml.
A.7| Meat| The optional weights are 7oz, 14oz and 21oz.

A.8

|

Bread

| The optional weights are 3.5oz, 7oz, 10.5oz, 14oz and 17.5oz.

Caution

  • The temperature of food before cooking would be 20-25℃. Higher or lower temperature of the food before cooking would require increase or decrease of cooking time.
  • The temperature, weight and shape of food will largely influence the cooking effect. If any deviation has been found to the factor noted on above menu, you can adjust the cooking time for best result.

TIMER

  • In standby mode, press this button to enter the setting interface, and the countdown function icon and “0:00” will be displayed on the display screen.
  • Press the 0 ~ 9 number buttons to input the time. The maximum time that can be input is 99:99. After setting the time, press the “START/+30s” button to begins the countdown.
  • An buzzing sound to notify completion of the countdown.

REHEAT

Reheat function is mainly to facilitate users to heat food according to the weight of food, press “Reheat” button continuously, select the appropriate weight of food, the weight range can be selected are 7oz, 14oz, 21oz, 28oz and 35oz. After selecting the weight, press “START/+30s” button to start work, an buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.

EXPRESS COOK

  1. In standby mode, you can directly press the 1~6 number buttons to start the microwave oven. The working time is 1~6 minutes, that is, press 1 to work for 1 minute, press 2 to work for 2 minutes, and so on. After selecting the time, press “START/+30s” button to start work, an buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.
  2. In standby mode, after putting food in and closing the door, press the “START/+30s” button to start the microwave quickly. The default working time is 30 seconds. In the working process, press the “START/+30s” button once for 30 seconds. An buzzing sound to notify completion of the operation.

0/Clock

The clock function and “0” button are combined in one button. The clock is 12-hour system. The operation of the clock function is as follows:

In standby mode, press and hold down the “0/Clock” button for more than 3 seconds to enter the clock setting interface, press the 0 ~ 9 number buttons to input the clock time directly and input must be valid between 1:00~12~59. After pressing 4 number buttons consecutively, confirm the set time directly and exit the clock setting mode at the same time. If you do not press 4 times, you need to press the “START/+30s” button to confirm the set time and exit the clock setting mode at the same time.

STOP

  • In the process of cooking settings, can press “STOP” button to cancel the settings and return to standby state.
  • In the process of microwave oven working, can press “STOP” button to pause. In the standby state, can press “STOP” button again to cancel the function and return to standby state.

START/+30s

After setting the cooking time or food weight, press “START/+30s” button to start microwave oven immediately. In working state, can press “START/+30s” button to increase time, press one time to increase 30 seconds, but the menu mode and weight defrosting mode cannot adjust time. In pause state, can press “START/+30s” button to continue the microwave oven before cooking mode.

CHILD LOCK FUNCTION

Use this feature to lock the control panel when you are cleaning or so that children cannot use the oven unsupervised. All the buttons are rendered inoperable in this mode.

  1. Set lock: Press and hold down the STOP button for 3 seconds.
  2. Cancel lock: Press and hold down the STOP button for 3 seconds.

THE OPERATION METHOD AND SETTING OF THE TWO-STEP DOOR OPENING FUNCTION

The operation method of two-step door opening

  • In the operating state or after the operation is completed, the first step is to press the STOP button to pause or return to standby mode of the microwave. The second step is to open the oven door.
  • When not in operating condition or after 30 minutes of work, the oven door can be opened directly.

Setting of two-step door opening function

  • In the standby mode of the microwave, press and hold down the STOP+START+POWER buttons in order to turn on/off this function, and the corresponding display will be “ON” or “OFF”.

Caution

  • To enable this function, it is not possible to directly open the oven door during operation, and a two-step door opening operation is required.
  • Turn off this function, and you can directly open the oven door in any state.
  • After the product is powered on, it defaults to the two-step door opening function.

UTENSILS GUIDELINE

It is strongly recommended to use the containers which are suitable and safe for microwave cooking. Generally speaking, the containers which are made of heat-resistant ceramic, glass or plastic are suitable for microwave cooking. Never use the metal containers for microwave cooking and combination cooking as spark is likely to occur. You can take the reference of below table.

Material of container Microwave Notes
Heat-resistant ceramic

Yes

| Never use the ceramics which are decorated with metal rim or glazed
Heat-resistant plastic|

Yes

| Can not be used for long time microwave cooking
Heat-resistant glass| Yes|
Grill rack| No|
Plastic film| Yes| It should not be used when cooking meat or chops as the over-temperature may do damage to the film

COOKING TIPS

The following factors may affect the cooking result:

Food arrangement

  • Place thicker areas towards outside of dish, the thinner part towards the centre and spread it evenly. Do not overlap if possible.

Cooking time length

  • Start cooking with a short time setting, evaluate it after it times out and extend it according to the actual need. Over cooking may result in smoke and burns.

Cooking food evenly

  • Food such as chicken, hamburger or steak should be turned once during cooking.
  • Depending on the type of food, if applicable, stir it from outside to centre of dish once or twice during cooking

Allow standing time

  • After cooking times out, leave the food in the oven for an adequate length of time, this allows it to complete its cooking cycle and cooling it down in a gradual manner

Whether the food is done

Color and hardness of food help to determine if it is done, these include:

  • Steam coming out from all parts of food, not just the edge
  • Joints of poultry can be moved easily
  • Pork or poultry shows no signs of blood
  • Fish is opaque and can be sliced easily with a fork

Browning dish

  • When using a browning dish or self-heating container, always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the turntable and rotating ring.

Microwave safe plastic wrap

  • When cooking food with high fat content, do not allow the plastic wrap come into contact with food as it may melt

Microwave safe plastic cookware

  • Some microwave safe plastic cookware might not be suitable for cooking foods with high fat and sugar content. Also, the preheating time specified in the dish instruction manual must not be exceeded

MAINTENANCE

SERVICING

Please check the following before calling for services.

  1. Place one cup of water (approx.150ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely. Oven lamp should go off if the door is closed properly. Let the oven work for 1 min.
  2. Does the oven lamp light?
  3. Does the cooling fan work?
    • (Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.)
  4. Does the turntable rotate?
    • (The turntable can rotate clockwise or counter clockwise. This is quite normal.)
  5. Is the water inside the oven hot?
    • If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your meter box.
    • If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER APPROVED.

SERVICING SAFEGUARDS

Warnings

  • MICROWAVE RADIATION!
  • It is hazardous for anyone, other than a qualified service technician, to carry out any service for repairing operation which involves removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
  • The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
  • The high voltage capacitor remains charge after disconnection;short the negative terminal of H. V capacitor to the oven chassis (use a screwdriver) to discharge before touching.

During servicing below listed parts are liable to be removed and give access to potentials above 250V to earth.

  1. Magnetron
  2. High voltage transformer
  3. High voltage capacitor
  4. High voltage diode
  5. High voltage fuse

Warning

  • The following conditions may cause undue microwave exposure during servicing.
  • Improper fitting of magnetron;
  • Improper matching of door interlock, door hinge and door;
  • Improper fitting of switch support;
  • Door, door seal or enclosure has been damaged.

Caution

  1. If LED displays Err0 during working, it indicates that sensor has been short circuit and you need replace it at the nearest repaired department.
  2. If LED displays Err1 during working, it indicates that sensor has been open circuit and you need replace it at the nearest repaired department.

Warning

  • If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
  • It is hazardous for anyone, other than a qualified service technician, to carry out any service for repairing operation which involves removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
  • Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
  • 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.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

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