COOKE LEWIS BIMW20LUK 800W Built-in Microwave Instruction Manual

: June 2, 2024
: COOKE LEWIS

Table of Contents

Checking instructions
Before you start
Safety
Installation
Technical data
Trouble shooting
Recycling & disposal
Guarantee
References
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Checking instructions

These instructions are for your safety. Please read the following instructions carefully before proceeding with the installation and use of this appliance. Keep the instruction manuals for future reference.

WARNING: All installation work must be carried out by a suitably qualified person, strictly following local building regulations and these instructions.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use an electrical appliance it is important that this microwave oven is installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to avoid misuse and hazards. After unpacking the microwave oven please check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance but contact Customer Services on 0800 324 7818 (UK) and 1800 932 230 (Eire).
Check the package and make sure you have all of the parts listed and decide upon the appropriate location for your product.
This product contains glass so please take care with fitting or handling to prevent personal injury or damage to the product.
The specification plate shown on this appliance displays all the necessary identification information for ordering replacement parts.
If you sell the appliance, give it away, or leave it behind when you move house, please ensure that you pass on this manual so that the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and its safety warnings.

Before you start

WARNING! DO NOT OPERATE THE MICROWAVE WHEN EMPTY. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL CAUSE THE MICROWAVE TO FAIL AND WILL INVALIDATE YOUR GUARANTEE.

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Do not use a knife to open the boxes as this may damage the contents.
Make sure that any pre-installation work on re-positioning electrical sockets, gas and water supplies has been carried out by a suitably qualified person to comply with all local regulations before you start installation.
Make sure you have all of the parts listed. Check all of the packaging as components may be concealed; do not dispose of packaging until you have located all of the parts.
When you are ready to start make sure you have the right tools to hand, plenty of space and a clean dry area for assembly.
Don’t rush, read the instructions first and familiarise yourself with the sequence before you begin.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury, damage to the product and your property.
For domestic use only.
This appliance must not be used with an external timer, time switch or a separate remote control system.
Before using the appliance for the first time, remove all packaging and clean all parts. Please see the details given in the “Care and Maintenance” section.
Installation must be performed in compliance with all current local regulations. If in doubt, contact a professional.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury, damage to the product and your property.
Before installation, decide on the appropriate location for your product.
Some parts could be hazardous to small children.
Warning: Installation must be performed by a competent person only.
WARNING: The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloths and similar items may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, and injury to persons or overexposure to microwave energy when using this appliance, please follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
**WARNING: Liquids or other food must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
**Do not attempt to start the oven when its door is open; otherwise you may be exposed to harmful microwave energy. Safety locks should not be disabled or tampered with.
** Do not use this appliance outdoors, in bathrooms or humid environments or in places where it can get wet.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
** Children under 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously.
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.
The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door as this can cause overheating of the appliance.
Do not leave this appliance unattended while it is in use.
Use gloves while taking any kind of heated food out of the microwave oven.
Fat and food remaining in the appliance can cause fire and electric arcing when the microwave function operates.
Do not operate the microwave oven when it is empty.
Cooking utensils may get hot due to the heat transferred from the heated food to the utensil. You may need oven gloves to hold the utensil.
Take care when removing lids from food packages after heating as steam is present.
** Always install the appliance into a specific tall oven housing unit.
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.
WARNING:** If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
The content of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. 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.
Care should be taken not to displace the turntable when removing containers from the appliance.
The appliance shall not be cleaned with a steam cleaner.
This appliance complies with all current European safety legislation, however, the Manufacturer must emphasise that this compliance does not prevent the surfaces of the appliance from heating up during use and remaining hot during its operation.
The specifications plate is available on this appliance. This plate displays all the necessary identification information for ordering replacement parts. If you sell the appliance, give it away, or leave it behind when you move house, make sure you also pass on this manual so that the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and its safety warnings.
All installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician. Before connecting the mains supply ensure that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Please keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. After unpacking the appliance please check that it is not damaged.
The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it complies with the wiring diagram.
The cable must not be bent or compressed.
Regularly check the power cord for damage. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a safety hazard.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.
Keep children and pets away from the appliance when it operates or when it cools down. Accessible parts are hot.
If the appliance has a child safety device, this should be activated.
Children aged 3 years and under must be kept away from this appliance when it is in operation at all times.
Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
Do not change the specification of this appliance.
Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
Do not let the appliance stay unattended during operation.
Deactivate the appliance after each use.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or when it has contact with water.
Do not apply pressure on the open door.
Do not use the appliance as a work surface or as a storage surface.

Installation

All installation must be carried out by a competent person or qualified electrician. Before connecting to the mains supply ensure that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
This appliance is supplied with a fitted plug suitable for use in your country.
The cable must not be bent or compressed.
Regularly check the power cord for damage.
WARNING: This is a Class I appliance and MUST be earthed.
This appliance is supplied with a 3 core mains cable coloured as follows:
Brown = L or Live
Blue = N or Neutral
Green and Yellow = E or Earth
The replacement fuse must be rated at 13 Amps (UK only).
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use an electrical appliance it is important that this appliance is installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to avoid misuse and hazards. Please keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. After unpacking the appliance please check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance but contact Customer Services.
The manufacturer declines all liability for damage caused to persons and objects due to incorrect or improper installation of the appliance. Any permanent electrical installation must comply with the latest wiring regulations applicable to your country and for your own safety a qualified electrician or contractor should undertake the electrical installation.

Technical data

Model Number	BIMW2OLUKa	BIMW2OLEUa
Voltage Input	AC 230V-50Hz	AC 220-230V-50Hz
Power Output	800W
Power Consumption	1200W
Operating Frequency	2450MHz
Exterior Dimensions	389mm x 594mm x 370mm
Cavity Dimensions	210 mm x 315 mm x 329 mm
Capacity	20 Litres

Trouble shooting

ISSUE	SOLUTION
WARNING: Microwave started with nothing in the cavity	Stop the microwave

immediately as this is dangerous and a safety issue!
Radio interference| Operation of a microwave oven can cause radio wave interference with other devices operating in its vicinity such as radio, television, wi-fi, wireless telephones and similar equipment.
You can reduce or minimize the interference by:
1. Relocating the microwave in relation to the other devices.
2. Changing the orientation between the microwave and the other devices.
3.Ensuring the microwave and other devices are plugged into separate ring mains or circuits.
Oven light dims during use| This is normal, the light output may change dependent upon the power level used.
ISSUE| SOLUTION
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Steam present in microwave| This is normal, ensure the microwave is kept clean and dry after use.
Microwave has no power| Check electrical supply and ensure that any fuses or circuit breakers have not operated. If this does not resolve the issue, contact the Customer Helpline for advice.
Microwave will not start cooking| Ensure nothing is blocking the door and it is fully closed. If this does not resolve the issue, contact the Customer Helpline for advice.
Microwave makes grinding noises during operation| This may be due to food residues under the platter or on the roller wheels. Ensure all parts are cleaned thoroughly before use.

Recycling & disposal

Waste electrical products (WEEE) should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local governmental authority, domestic waste disposal services or the retailer where the product was bought for recycling advice.
This appliance respects laws of the suppression of radio interference. As the manufacturer has a policy of continuous product improvement, it reserves the right to adapt and carry out any modification considered necessary withou prior warning. Kingfisher International Products Limited, 3 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6PX, United Kingdom. The wheelie bin symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product cannot be treated as normal household waste. This product must be handed over to an electric and electronic equipment collection point for recycling. On ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly, you will help to avoid possible negative consequences for the environment and public health, which could occur if this product is not handled correctly.

Guarantee

We take special care to select high quality materials and use manufacturing techniques that allow us to create ranges of products incorporating design and durability. That’s why we offer a 2 year guarantee against manufacturing defects on our Microwaves. This product is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase, if bought in store, or delivery, if bought online, for normal (non-professional or commercial) household use. You may only make a claim under this guarantee upon presentation of your sales receipt or purchase invoice. Please keep your proof of purchase in a safe place. The guarantee covers product failures and malfunctions provided the Microwave was used for the purpose for which it is intended and subject to installation, cleaning, care and maintenance in accordance with standard practice and with the information contained above and in the user manual. This guarantee does not cover defects and damage caused by normal wear and tear of Microwave and damage that could be the result of improper use, faulty installation or assembly, neglect, accident modification of the product. The guarantee is limited to parts recognised as defective. It does not, in any case, cover ancillary costs (movement, labour) and direct and indirect damage. If the Microwave is defective, we will replace. Rights under this guarantee are enforceable in United Kingdom. Guarantee related queries should be addressed to a store affiliated with the distributor. The guarantee is in addition to and does not affect your statutory rights. To arrange a service call, please contact our customer services on one of the following Toll Free numbers, you must contact the number in the country in which you purchased the Microwave Oven.
UK 0800 324 7818 uk@kingfisherservice.com
Eire 1-800 932 230 eire@kingfisherservice.com

Manufacturer :
UK Manufacturer: Kingfisher International Products Limited,
3 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6PX,
United Kingdom
EU Manufacturer:
Kingfisher International Products B.V.
Rapenburgerstraat 175E
1011 VM Amsterdam
The Netherlands
www.kingfisher.com/products
www.diy.com
www.screwfix.com
www.screwfix.ie
UK 0800 324 7818 uk@kingfisherservice.com
Eire 1800 932 230 eire@kingfisherservice.com
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