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User Manual
Microwave oven
EMS17206
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We were thinking of you when we made this product
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Welcome to the world of
Electrolux
You’ve chosen a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that would make your life even more comfortable. You can look at some examples on the cover in this manual. But now it’s time to study this manual and start using and enjoying the benefits from your new machine. We promise that it’ll make your life a little easier. Good luck!
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Safety information |
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Product description |
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Before first use |
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Operation |
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Programme charts |
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Recipes |
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Care & cleaning |
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Troubleshooting |
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Specification |
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Installation |
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Environmental information |
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Guarantee / Customer service |
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Important safety instructions: Read carefully & keep for future reference
To avoid the danger of fire
The microwave oven should not be left unattended during operation.
Power levels that are too high or cooking times that are too long may overheat foods resulting in a fire.
The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.
The AC power supply must be 230 V, 50 Hz, with a minimum 10 A distribution line fuse, or a minimun 10 A distribution circuit breaker.
It is recommended that a seperate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Do not store or use the oven outdoors.
If food being heated begins to smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Turn off and unplug the oven and wait until the food has stopped smoking. Opening the door while food is smoking may cause a fire.
Only use microwave-safe containers and utensils. See page 16.
Do not leave the oven unattended when using disposable plastic, paper or other combustible food containers.
Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity, the turntable and turntable support after use. These must be dry and free from grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire.
Do not place flammable materials near the oven or ventilation openings. Do not block the ventilation openings.
Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a fire.
Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch fire.
To make popcorn, only use special microwave popcorn makers.
Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.
Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure the oven is operating as desired.
See the corresponding hints in this operation manual.
To avoid the possibility of injury
Warning: Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Check the following before use:
a)The door; make sure the door closes properly and ensure it is not misaligned or warped.
b)The hinges and door safety latches; check to make sure they are not broken or loose.
c)The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that they have not been damaged.
d)Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure there are no dents.
e)The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are not damaged.
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Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the door safety latches in any way.
Do not operate the oven if there is an object between the door seals and sealing surfaces.
Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow the instructions for “Care & cleaning”, page 33. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to a deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave ovens.
To avoid the possibility of electric shock
Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet.
Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately and call an authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.
Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven.
Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or allow anyone who is not authorised by ELECTROLUX to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or an authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.
If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.
To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling
Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed containers can explode due to a build up of pressure even after the oven has been turned off.
Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.
Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container.
To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and possible scalding:
1.Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.
2.It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil into the liquid whilst reheating.
3.Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven at the end of cooking time to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.
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Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs before reheating them in the microwave oven.
Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking, or they may explode.
To avoid the possibility of burns
Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food from the oven to prevent burns.
Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns.
To avoid burns, always test food temperature and stir before serving and pay special attention to the temperature of food and drink given to babies, children or the elderly.
Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature.
Always stand back from the oven door when opening to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.
Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam and avoid burns.
Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves.
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To avoid misuse by children
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.
Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy.
Children should be taught all important safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food coverings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot.
Other warnings
Never modify the oven in any way. This oven is for home food preparation only and may only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.
To promote trouble-free use of your oven and avoid damage
Never operate the oven when it is empty. When using a browning dish or self-
heating material, always place a heatresistant insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the turntable and turntable support due to heat stress. The preheating time specified in the dish’s instructions must not be exceeded.
Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven.
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Only use the turntable and the turntable support designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable.
To prevent the turntable from breaking:
a)Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the turntable to cool.
b)Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a cold turntable.
c)Do not put cold foods or cold utensils on a hot turntable.
Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation.
Note:
If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please consult an authorised, qualified electrician.
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedure.
Water vapour or drops may occasionally form on the oven walls or around the door seals and sealing surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is not an indication of microwave leakage or a malfunction.
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Door seals and sealing surfaces |
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Oven lamp |
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Waveguide cover |
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4 4 MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL button
5 AUTO PROGRAMMES button Press to select one of the 12
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6 START/+30 button
7 STOP button
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Accessories
Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:
(15)Turntable
(16)Turntable support
(17)4 fixing screws (not shown)
•Place the turntable support in the seal packing on the floor of the cavity.
•Then place the turntable on the turntable support.
•To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.
Note: When you order accessories, please mention two items: part name and model name to your dealer or authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.
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12 electrolux operation
Before first use
Before operation
1.Plug in the oven.
2.The oven display will flash:
3.Press the STOP button, the display will show:
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4. To set the clock, see below.
Using the STOP button
Use the STOP button to:
1.Erase a mistake during programming.
2.Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.
3.Cancel a programme during cooking, touch twice.
Setting the clock
There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock.
1.To set the 12 hour clock, hold the
MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL
button down for 3 seconds. will appear in the display.
2.To set the 24 hour clock, press the
MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL button once more after Step 1, will appear in the display.
Example: To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35.
1.Choose the clock function. (12 hour clock).
x1 and hold for 3 seconds
Choose the 24 hour clock.
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2.Set the hours. Rotate the TIMER/ WEIGHT knob until the correct hour is displayed (23).
3.Press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL button to change from hours to minutes.
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4.Set the minutes. Rotate the TIMER/ WEIGHT knob until the correct minute is displayed (35).
5.Press the MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL button to start the clock.
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1.You can rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT square/oblong ones, as the food in the knob clockwise or counter-clockwise. corners tends to overcook. A variety of
2.Press the STOP button if you make a mistake during programming.
3.If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show
after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of day will also be erased.
4.When you want to reset the time of day, follow the example on page 12 again.
Microwave cooking advice
Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those used for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via a waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering the waveguide it is protected by the waveguide cover.
Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there is a fine metal mesh on the door. During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides of the oven cavity at random.
Microwaves will pass through certain materials, such as glass and plastic, to heat the food. (See ‘Suitable Cookware’ on page 16).
To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware.
cookware can be used as listed on page 16.
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together.
The outer areas of the food are heated by the microwave energy, then the heat moves to the centre by conduction, as it does in conventional cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.
Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically stops producing microwaves.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.
Microwaves cook food faster than conventional cooking. It is therefore essential that certain techniques are followed to ensure good results. Many of the following techniques are similar to those used in conventional cooking.
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Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less |
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Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish. |
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Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid. |
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Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places before |
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e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages. |
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Note: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may |
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explode, even after cooking has ended. e.g. poached, fried, hard boiled. |
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For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking. |
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Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally |
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