AEG-Electrolux EMS2321 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
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Model EMS2321
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Contents
Safety instructions 4
– Utensil safety 4 – Testing suitability of cookware 5 – Food safety 5 – Oven utensils and accessories guide 6
Technical data 6
Getting Started 7
– Unpacking 7
Installation 7
– Connecting to the mains 7
How to operate your microwave oven 8
– Name and function of parts 8 – Turntable Installation 8 – Control panel 9 – Microwave cooking 10 – Microwave Power setting Guide 10 – Defrosting instructions using 80W 11 – Auto Defrost 12 – Defrosting Tips 12 – Microwave Hints 13 – Care and cleaning 14 – Cleaning the accessories (turntable an d support) 14 – Cleaning the interior 14 – Cleaning the exterior 14
Guarantee Conditions 15
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Thank you for having chosen a Electrolux product. We are convinced that you will find your new microwave oven very useful and that it will be of great help t o you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some time to learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will becom e indispensable to you.
Before using your Microwave Oven
Read through the instruction manual caref ully. In order that you can get the best from your new Electr olux Microwave Oven, the following instruct ions have been prepared. Please make sure you read t hem carefully. It is important that this instruction book is ret ained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance or t hat the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. Please ensure you have read the whole instruct ion book before using the appliance a nd t hat you follow the recommendations given.
Safety Instructions
• The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the microwave oven from operating when the door is open.
• Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operat e the oven with the door open as open door operation can result in exposure to microwave energy.
• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the Cleaning and Care section for cleaning instructions.
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by qualified service p ersonnel.
• It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches (broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing surface.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre.
• Do not remove the outer case, door or control panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure to extremely high voltage.
• Install or locate this oven only in accordance with “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found in this manual.
• Use the appliance for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use neither for commercial use as this will invalidate the guarantee.
• Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water is not present to absorb the microwave energy, the magnetron tube can be damaged.
• Close supervision is necessary when the oven is used by children.
• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water.
• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspap ers in the microwave oven. These items can ignite.
• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
Utensil safety
Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant glassware utensils are excellent for use in the microwave oven. Although microwave energy will not heat most glass and ceramic items, these utensils can become hot as heat transfers from the food t o the container. The use of oven gloves to remove dishes is recommended.
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Testing suitability of cookware Food safety
• Place the cookware in the microwave along wit h a glass half full of water. Heat on 800 W (100%) f or one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you shou ld not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you can use it for reheating but not for cooking. If t he dish is room temperature, it is suitable for microwave cooking.
• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plat es, cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard are great convenience utensils. Always be sure containers are filled with food to absorb energy and thus avoid the possibility of overheat ing.
• Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers an d plastic wraps may be used in the microwave
oven. Follow manufacturer’s instructions wh en using plastics in the oven. Avoid using plastic utensils with foods that have high fat or sugar content since these foods reach high temperatures and could melt some plastics. Do not leave oven unattended, and look at it from
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time to time when heating or cooking food i n plastic, paper or other combustible containers. If smoke is observed, keep door closed, switch the oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops. Metal utensils and utensils wit h metallic trim
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should not be used in the microwave oven, unl ess specifically recommended for microwave use. Containers with restricted openings, such as
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bottles, should not be used for microwave cooking. Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a
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dish to avoid steam burns.
Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven.
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Always remove the food to a suitable contain er. Deep fat frying should not be done in the
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microwave oven, because the fat temperature cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can result. Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,
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but only in special packages or utensils designed specifically for this purpose. This cooking operation should never be unattended. Pierce foods with non-porous skins or
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membranes to prevent steam build-up and bursting. Apples, potatoes, chicken livers, and egg yolks are examples of items that should be pierced.
WARNING: When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheat ing the liquid beyond boiling point can occu r without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent t his possibility the following steps should be taken:
1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
2. Do not overheat.
3. Stir the liquid before placing the cont ainer in the oven and again halfway through the he at ing time.
4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven f or a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
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containers – for example, closed glass jars – may explode and should not be heated in this oven. Occasionally, poached eggs may explode during cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then cover and allow the standing time of one minute b efore removing cover.
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Do not force the turntable to rotate by han d. This
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may cause malfunctioning. Arcing in the oven during microwave operation
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usually occurs from use of metallic ut ensils. Continuous arcing, however, can damag e the unit. Stop the programme and check the utens il. Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents
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located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the oven.
Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.
This oven is made for domestic u se on l y.
Keep these instructions
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Oven utensils and accessories guide
A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooki ng in your microwave oven. For your safety and to prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method.
The list below is a general guide.
Material Uten sils Microwave Cooking
Ceramic & Glass
China Pottery YES Plastic
Metal
Paper Waxed Paper YES Wood NO Accessories
YES: Utensils and accessories to use NO : Utensils and accessories to avoid
*NOTE: Use aluminium foil on ly for shielding purposes, overuse may cau se arcing.
Corning ware Heat resistant glass ware Glass ware with metal decoration Lead crystal glass
Without metal decoration
Microwave oven heat-proof wear Plastic wrap
Metal baking pan Aluminium foil*
Cups, plates, towels
Turntable Turntable support
YES YES
NO NO
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YES YES
NO
YES YES
YES YES
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GETTING STARTED
Unpacking
N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that the product is free from damage. Damage or any missing parts must be reported immediately to the ret ailer. The oven, parts of the oven or the accessories may be wrapped by a protection foil. If so, you must remove this foil before using the oven. Do not leave packing material so that small children can play wit h it. This can be hazardous.
Installation
1. Remove any promotion lab el from the door.
2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. The surface must be strong enough to safely bear the weight (17.5 kg) of the oven, and the content s. To avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position.
3. Keep the oven away from heat and w at er. Exposure to heat and water can lower oven efficiency and lead to malfunctioning, so be sure to install the oven away from heat and water sources.
4. Do not block air vents on the top and t he sides of the cabinet and also do not place any articles on the top of the oven. If air vents are blocked durin g operation, the oven may overheat, and this may lead to malfunctioning. Hot air escapes from the vents, so be sure not to obstruct it or let curtains come between the oven and the rear wall.
5. Place the oven as far away from radios an d T V ’s
as possible. This oven does conform to EEC requirements* of radio interference suppression, but some interference may occur if it is placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them as far apart as possible.
6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least 5,0 cm from the walls to meet ventilation demands.
Important! The oven can be placed alm ost anywhere in the kitchen. Make sure the oven is placed on a flat, level surface and that vents as well as the surfac e underneath the oven are not blocked (for sufficient ventilation).
Connecting to the mains
The oven is delivered with the power cord an d a plug for 230V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. Earth protection minimises the risks should a short-circuit occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the oven matches the supply.
N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.
WARNING! This appliance must not be us ed on a non-earth protected power supply.
Contact an electrician if you are uncert ain regarding electrical connection of the oven or prov ision of earth protection of the supply.
This appliance must be earthed. If t his appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable plug for which your socket is unsuitable, the plug should be cut of f and the appropriate plug fitted. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non-rewireable plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtai ned.
Electrical connections
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUS T BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declin es any liability should this safety measure not be observed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not
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suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. The cut off
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plug should then be disposed of to prevent t he hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.
* This appliance conforms to the requirement s of EEC Radio Interference Directive 87/30 8/ EEC.
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How to operate your microwave oven
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Name and function of parts Turntable Installation
1. Cooking compartment. W ipe the compartment clean after using the oven.
2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while the microwave oven is in operation.
3. Oven door. The door must always be f irmly closed while cooking.
4. Latch hook & Safety interlock system.
5. Control panel.
6. Drive shaft for turntable.
7. Turntable. Made of special heat-resistant glass. Food in a suitable container is placed on this tray for cooking. Do not use the oven without the turntable.
8. Turntable support. Place t he support on the floor of the cooking chamber to support the turntable.
1. Place the turntable support on the cavity Bot t om.
2. Place the turntable on top of the t urntable support as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never
place the turntable upside dow n.
• Both turntable and turntable support must always be used during cooking.
• All food and containers of food are always placed on this turntable for cooking.
• This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise; this is normal.
Turntable
Roller rest
Turntable Shaft
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Display Window
To view either Cook time or Power level
2. Start Button
To start your microwave
3. Stop/Clear
To stop or pause your Microwave
4. Power setting button
To set the desired power level Power + increases from 10% - 100% Power - decreases from 100% - 10%
5. Setting control knob
To set the desired time or to set auto defrost
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MICROWAVE COOKING
1. Open the door, place t he food on the turntable. Close the door.
2. Press the Power setting button until the desired power level is reached.(See table below. )
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob clockwise.
4. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)
Example: To cook at 50% (400W) for 15 minutes
1. Touch the Power + button thre e times (50% should now be showing in the display wi ndow) .
2. Turn the setting control kno b until 15:00 is shown in the display window.
3. Press start. The Oven will now start cooking.
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the Stop/Clear button.
Note: After use, be sure to press the Stop/ Clear button Twice as this will ensure th at you h ave reset the microwave.
Note: 1 The Micro+ button will increase microwave
power from 10% to 100%
2 The Micro- button will decrease micro wave
power from 100% to 10%
Manual Defrosting
For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost Feature), Use 80W. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods ov er 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on 800W (100%) pow er for 1 - 3 minutes, then reduced to 800W until defrost ing is complete.
Example: To defrost at 10% (80W) for 6 minu t es
4. Touch the Power + button once (10% should now be showing in the display window) .
5. Turn the setting control kno b until 6:00 is shown in the display window.
6. Press start. T he Oven will now start defrosting.
Microwave Power setting Guide
Power Setting Suggested use 80W 240W 30% Simmer; Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts.
400W 50% Medium; Faster defrosting and reheating for casseroles and
560W 70% Reheat; Reheating pre-cooked foods.
800W 100% Max Power; Boiling or reheating liquids .
Defrost; Thawing frozen foods.
Casseroles and stews. Baked custards or cheesecakes.
stews. Baking cakes and sponge puddings
Roasting joints of meat and poultry.
Cooking vegetables. Preheating a browning dish.
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Defrosting instructions using 80W
Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using this power setting.
FOOD PREPARATION (80W) Bread
Small loaf
Sliced large loaf
2 slices Place on kitchen paper. 55–60 sec. 5 min.
1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper. 55–60 sec. 5 min.
2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper. 2–21/2 min. 5 min.
Cakes and Pastry
Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 19–21 min. 15–30 min.
Cheesecake
450g/1 lb
Pie (cooked)
450g/1 lb
Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 17– 19 min. 15–30 min.
Butter
250g/8.8 oz
(1 packet)
Fruit
225g/8 oz
Soft berry fruits
450g/1 lb
Soft berry fruits
Plated meal
400g/14 oz
Vegetables
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper. Turn over halfway through defrosting time.
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper. Turn over halfway through defrosting time.
Remove from packaging, place on plate. 19–21 min. 15–30 min. Remove from packaging, place on plate. 17– 19 min. 15–30 min.
If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a plate
Place in a single layer in a shallow dis h. 15– 16 min. 5–10 min. Place in a single layer in a shallow dis h.
Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film. To reheat, microwave at 100% (800W)for 3–4 minutes.
It is not necessary to defrost vegetables befor e cooking. All vegetables can be thawed and cooked at 100% (800W)
18–20 min. 10–15 min. 20–23 min. 10 min
13– 14 min. 5–10 min.
17– 18 min. 5–10 min.
17– 18 min 5–10 min.
STANDING
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Automatic Defrost
1. Open the door, place t he food on the turntable. Close the door.
2. Set the desired weight by turning the setting control knob anti - clockwise. The oven will now be in defrost mode.
3. Press Start (The oven begins defrosting.)
NOTE : During Auto Defrost the oven wi ll au tomati cally select the required microw ave power and
defrost time.
NOTE : The maximum weight setting for Auto Defrost is 2kg (2000g)
If you wish to defrost any item of food which is larger than this, then it is recommended that the item be split into two or more pieces of eq ual size. If the item cannot be split then you should not defrost it in this microwave.
Example: To automatically defro st 700g o f foo d.
1. Turn the setting control kno b, anti - clockwise until 0.7kg is shown in the display wind ow.
2. Press start. T he Oven will now start defrosting.
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the Stop/Clear button.
NOTE : After use, be sure to press the Stop/ Clear button Twice as this will ensure th at you h ave reset the microwave.
Defrosting Tips
1. It is better to underestimat e defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the standing time.
2. Separate food as soon as possible.
3. Turn large items, e.g. joints , halfway through the defrosting time.
4. Remove any thawed food as soon as poss ible.
5. Remove or open any packaging before defrosting.
6. Place food in a larger container t han t hat which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.
7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side down and turn over halfway through defrosting time or at pause. Delicate areas such as wing tips can be shielded with small pieces of smooth foil.
8. Standing time is very important, particularly for large, dense foods which cannot be stirred to ensure that the centre is completely defrosted befor e cooking.
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Microwave Tips
Microwave Hints
Always keep the oven clean – avoid spillovers
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and do not forget to clean under the glass tray and the inside of the door. Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid
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when cooking in your microwave oven. Do not use metal or metal decorated casseroles.
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Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped by hot food. Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a
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plate or grease proof paper. Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted
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directly in a bread basket or on a paper towel. If frozen food is heated in its packaging, t he
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packaging should be opened. Packaging containing metal or metal decoration must not be used unless specifically recommended for use in the microwave. Remove metal clips and wire ties. Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used t o
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cover parts that easily over cook such as chicken legs. Food with peel or skin should be pierced with a
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fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages. Do not boil eggs in the microwave oven as they can explode. Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of the
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casserole and try to cut the food in to even sized pieces. Always place the food in the centre of t he oven. The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it
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a few times. Always set a shorter cooking time than indicated
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in your recipe to avoid over cooking. The larger the amount of food the longer it takes. Use little or no water for vegetables.
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Use less salt and spices than for ‘normal’ cooking.
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Season afterwards.
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Allow a few minutes ‘standing’ time after the oven
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has switched off to ensure complete and even cooking results. Always ensure food is piping hot through out
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before serving. Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and
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food from the oven.
Softening Honey
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If you have a jar of honey which has crystallised, remove lid and pl ac e the jar in the oven, microwave on medium power for 2 minutes.
Melting Chocolate
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Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in A bowl and heat on high power for 1-2 minutes and stir well.
Softening or Melting Butter
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Melting takes a few seconds on high power. Softening is best done more gently on low power.
Freshen or Warm Bread
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Use medium power for few seconds.
Peeling Garlic easily
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Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for 15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the clove pops out.
Fruit Juice
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Citrus fruits will yield more juic e if they are heated on high power for 15 seconds before squeezing.
Cooking Porridge
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Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish with no sticky pan to wash. Follow food manufacturers’ recommendations.
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Care and cleanin
The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spillovers or spatters will attract microwave energy causing it to burn on. This could reduce the eff iciency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven. Repairs should only be done by a qualified service technician.
Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.
Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support)
Clean them with mild detergent after removing them from the cavity. The turntable supp ort should be carefully handled.
CAUTION: The inside of the oven and t urnt able get very hot, so do not touch them immediately af t er use.
Cleaning the interior
Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spillovers and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the efficiency of the oven, and possibly damag e the oven interior. Use mild, liquid deterg ent, warm water and a soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.
NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVE N.
To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.
NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE DEPOSITS FROM OVEN SURFACES.
To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice f or 5 minutes.
Cleaning the exterior
Open the oven door when cleaning the control panel. This will prevent the oven f r om being turned on accidentally. You should clean outside surfaces of the oven with mild liquid deterg ent and water followed by a wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.
Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kitchen cleaners can also be used. Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on outside surf aces of your oven. To prevent damage to the working parts, do not allow water to seep int o ventilation openings.
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Electrolux offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance:
1. The guarantee is valid for 24 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does not cover commercial use.
2. The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workm anship or faulty material. The guarantee does not cover appliances where d ef ect s or poor performance are due to misuse, accidental damage, neglect, faulty install at ion, unauthorised modification or attempted repair, commercial use or failure to observe requirements and recomme ndat ions set out in the instruction book. This guarantee does not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassw are, or plastic.
3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service of fice (ELECTROLUX’s service or authori sed agent). ELECTROLUX reserves the right to stipulate the place of repair (i.e. the customer’s home, place of installation or ELECTROLUX workshop).
4. The guarantee or free replacement includes both labour and mat erials.
5. Repairs carried out under guarant ee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance. Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the prope rty of ELECTROLUX.
6. The Purchaser’ s statutory rights are not affected by this guarante e.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country within Europe t hen your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:
• The guarantee starts from the date you f irst purchased your product
• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same ext ent for labour and parts as exists in the new
country of use for this brand or range of products
• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user
• Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area
• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a
normal household
• The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care cent re, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.
France Senlis +33 (0) 3 44 62 20 13 Germany
Italy Pordenone +39 (0) 800117511 Sweden Stockholm +46 (0) 20 78 77 50 UK Slough +44 (0) 1753 219898
Nürnberg +49 (0) 800 234 7378
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