1.1 Cubic Foot
Microwave Oven
OWNER’S MANUAL AND
COOKING GUIDE
MW9107WC/MW9107BC
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a)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.
(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)Do 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE |
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EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE |
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MICROWAVE ENERGY ......................... |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....... |
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS |
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COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY |
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INTERFERENCE STATEMENT............. |
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS............. |
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................ |
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INSTALLATION |
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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN |
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SAFETY ...................................................... |
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OMNI WAVE COOKING SYSTEMTM ....7 |
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HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE |
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OVEN SAFELY |
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OPERATION PROCEDURE..................... |
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FEATURES DIAGRAM |
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HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS ...... |
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OVEN OPERATING ................................ |
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COOKING GUIDE .................................. 16 |
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COOKING UTENSILS............................. |
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COOKING TECHNIQUES...................... |
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AUTO DEFROSTING.............................. |
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AUTO DEFROSTING CHART .............. |
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COOKING CHART .................................. |
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REHEATING CHART.............................. |
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WEIGHT & MEASURE CONVERSION |
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CHART....................................................... |
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SPECIFICATIONS................................... 22 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE....... 22 LIMITED WARRANTY ......................... 23
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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
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.
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 this 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, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
16.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: (a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. (b)Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. (c)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.
17.Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapors from such corrosive chemicals may interact with the contact and springs of the safety interlock switches thereby rendering them inoperable.
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18.Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth after each use. If you leave grease or fat anywhere in the cavity it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven.
19.Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating and fire.
20.Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. 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 A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
a)Do not overheat the liquid.
b)Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it
c)Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
d)After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
e)Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
ARCING
If you see arcing, press Stop/Clear pad and correct the problem. Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by :
a)Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
b)Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
c)Metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes in the microwave.
d)Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
WARNING:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followings.
•Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
•Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
•Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
•Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven.
It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for 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.
WARNING
Do not cut or remove the third(ground) prong from the power cord under any circumstances.
USING AN ADAPTER
Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if the still elect to use an adapter, where local codes may permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall receptacle by the use of a UL/CSA listed adapter, which is avilable at most hardware stores.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL USE
DO NOT attempt to temper with or make any adjustment or repair to door, control panel or any other part of the oven. DO NOT remove outer case from oven. Repairs should only be done by a qualified service person.
If a fire occurs in the oven, touch the STOP/CLEAR pad and LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy.
DO NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. They may catch on fire.
DO NOT use recycled paper products as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used.
DO NOT hit or strike the control panel, damage to controls may occur.
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AVOID inserting nails, wire, etc. through any holes in the unit while operating the oven. Never insert a wire, nails or any other metal object through the holes on the cavity or any other holes or gaps because such objects may cause electric shock and microwave leakage.
UTENSILS
METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic rims should not be used. Arcing may occur.
METAL TWIST-TIE must not be used in the microwave oven.
DO NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW NECK bottles for cooking or reheating.
They may shatter.
DO NOT use CONVENTIONAL THERMOMETERS in the microwave oven.
They may cause arcing.
Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before cooking or defrosting in the oven.
For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper cooking utensils, refer to the Introduction in the Microwave cooking guide.
FOOD
Never use your microwave oven for HOME CANNING. The oven is not designed to permit proper canning. Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide are APPROXIMATE. Factors that may affect cooking are: starting temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of foods and utensils used. As you become familiar with the oven, you will be able to adjust for these factors.
It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN OVENCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it can always be returned to the oven for further cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with minimum cooking times.
SMALL QUANTITIES of food or foods with LOW MOISTURE content can burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
DO NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may build up and the eggs will explode.
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn squash and sausage are examples of food with NONPOROUS SKINS. These must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting.
POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper. Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield than conventional popping. Do not pop popcorn unless popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensils or unless it’s commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens. Do not use oil unless specifed by the manufacturer.
DO NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.
HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed with air. Do not heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring.
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INSTALLATION
Examine the oven after unpacking.
Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity.
If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.
Level, flat location.
Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.
Ventilation.
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a failure.
For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.
Away from radio and TV sets.
Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio, antenna, feeder, etc. Place the oven as far from them as possible.
Away from heating appliances and water taps.
Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to position it, otherwise the insulation might be adversely attected and breakdowns may occur.
Power supply.
This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 15 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60Hz and a grounded outlet.
A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming entangled in or tripping oven longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care to exercised in their use.
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the oven. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The longer cord should be arranged so it does not drape over the table top or counter where children can pull on it or trip over it.
CARE OF YOUR M.W.O
Turn the oven off before cleaning. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids adhere to
oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended.
The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on Control Panel. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates malfunction of the unit.
It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher. The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent
water or window cleaner and dry. The roller guide may be washed in mild sudsy water.
Glass Tray |
Roller Guide |
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OMNI WAVE COOKING SYSTEMTM
The Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM is a new technology from Emerson aimed at cooking food evenly and quickly.
REFLECTOR
What is the Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM? The Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM concentrates the waves equally on all areas of the food item. The dual wave system distributes waves evenly into the cavity from two points, one above the item and one below.
Minimized Vertical Temperature Variation: The Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM emits microwaves on to a reflector which concentrates them on the food, resulting in even cooking. No more hot or cold spots!
Minimized Horizontal Temperature Variation: The Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM minimizes discrepancy in the temperature of each cooking area by emitting microwaves on the entire tray.
Minimized Cooking Time:
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Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM
Emerson Current Model
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[Cooking test on a 3.5oz (99g) bag of popcorn]
The Omni Wave Cooking SystemTM achieves quick cooking by emitting microwaves to all sides of the food.
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