AEG-Electrolux EMS26405X, EMS26405K User Manual

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User Manual

Microwave oven

EMS26405

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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	5
Product description	9
Before first use	12
Operation	13
Programme charts	23
Recipes	31
Care & cleaning	42
Troubleshooting	43
Specification	44
Installation	45
Environmental information	47
Guarantee / Customer service	48

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electrolux safety information

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 16 A distribution line fuse, or a minimum 16 A distribution circuit breaker.

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 pages 15-16.

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.

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.

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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 instructions for “Care & cleaning”, page 42. 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 call 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.

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.

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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 and accessible parts that may become hot when the grill is in use. Children should be kept away to prevent them burning themselves.

Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation openings, accessories and dishes during GRILL mode, DUAL GRILL mode and AUTO COOK operation as they will become hot. Before cleaning make sure they are not hot.

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.

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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 except where recommended in the operation manual, see page 18 note 2. Doing so may damage the oven.

When using a browning dish or selfheating 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.

Only use the turntable and the turntable support designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable.

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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.

Do not use plastic containers for microwaving if the oven is still hot from using the GRILL mode, DUAL GRILL mode and AUTO COOK operation because they may melt. Plastic containers must not be used during above modes unless the container manufacturer says they are suitable.

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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Product description

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1	Grill heating element	9	Door seals and sealing surfaces
2	Front trim	10	Fixing points (4 points)
3	Oven lamp	11	Ventilation openings
4	Control panel	12	Outer cover
5	Door opening button	13	Rear cabinet
6	Waveguide cover	14	Power supply cord support clips
7	Oven cavity	15	Power supply cord
8	Seal packing

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Control panel

Digital display

Indicators

The appropriate indicator will flash or

light up, just above each symbol

according to the instruction. When an

indicator is flashing, press the

appropriate button (having the same

symbol) or carry out the necessary

operation.

Stir

Turn over

Weight/Power level

Grill

Microwave

Cooking in progress

TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob

AUTO COOK button

Press to select one of the 2 automatic

programmes.

AUTO COOK PLUS GRILL 1 button

Press to select one of the 2 automatic

programmes.

AUTO COOK PLUS GRILL 2 button

Press to select one of the 4 automatic

programmes.

AUTO DEFROST button

Press to select one of the 4 automatic

programmes.

COOKING MODE button

Press to select either microwave, grill

or dual grill, or use to set the clock.

1. Press once to select microwave

function.

2. Press twice to select the grill.

3. Press three times to select dual

grill mode, microwave with grill.

START/+30 button

STOP button

DOOR OPENING button

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Accessories

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:

(16)Turntable

(17)Turntable support

(18)High rack

(19)Low rack

(20)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 an authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.

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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:

4.To set the clock, see below.

5.Heat the oven without food. (See page 18 note 2.)

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.

2.Set the hours. Rotate the TIMER/ WEIGHT/POWER knob until the correct hour is displayed (23).

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

COOKING MODE button down for 3 seconds. will appear in the display.

2.To set the 24 hour clock, press the

COOKING MODE button once more after Step 1, in the example

will appear in the display.

3.Press the COOKING MODE button to change from hours to minutes.

4.Set the minutes. Rotate the TIMER/ WEIGHT/POWER knob until the correct minute is displayed (35).

5.Press the COOKING MODE button to start the clock.

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Notes:

1.You can rotate the TIMER/ WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.

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 pages 15-16).

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.

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Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook. A variety of cookware can be used as listed on pages 15-16.

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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Food characteristics

Composition		Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less
		heating time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to fire.
Density		Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porous
		foods, such as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods,
		such as roasts and casseroles.
Quantity		The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the
		oven increases. e.g. Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
Size		Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as microwaves can
		penetrate from all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the pieces
		the same size.
Shape		Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks,
		take longer to cook in the thicker parts. Round shapes cook more evenly than
		square shapes when microwave cooking.
Temperature		The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed.
of food		Chilled foods will take longer to cook than food at room temperature. Cut into
		foods with fillings, for example jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam.

Cooking techniques

Arrange		Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish.
		e.g. Chicken drumsticks.
Cover		Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.
Pierce		Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places before
		cooking or reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode.
		e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages.
		Note: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may
		explode, even after cooking has ended. e.g. poached, fried, hard boiled.
Stir, turn &		For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking.
rearrange		Always stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre.
Stand		Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally
		throughout the food.
Shield		Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be
		shielded with small pieces of foil, which reflect microwaves, e.g. legs and wings
		on a chicken.

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Using a food thermometer to determine cooking times

Once cooked, every drink and every foodstuff has a certain internal temperature at which the cooking process can be switched off and the food will be cooked. The internal temperature can be ascertained with a food thermometer. The most important temperatures are specified in the temperature table.

Drink / food		Internal temp. at the	Internal temp. after
		end of cooking time	10 -15 mins standing
			time
Heating drinks		65-75 oC
(Coffee, Water, Tea, etc.)
Heating milk		60-65 oC
Heating soup		75-80 oC
Heating stew		75-80 oC
Poultry		80-85 oC	85-90 oC
Lamb	Rare	70 oC	70-75 oC
	Well done	75-80 oC	80-85 oC
Roast beef	Rare	50-55 oC	55-60 oC
	Medium	60-65 oC	65-70 oC
	Well done	75-80 oC	80-85 oC
Pork, Veal		80-85 oC	80-85 oC

Cookware	Microwave	Comments
	safe

Aluminium Foil/	/	Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food
Foil Containers		from overheating. Keep foil at least 2 cm from the oven
		walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are not
		recommended unless specified by the manufacturer,
		e.g. Microfoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
Browning		Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do not
Dishes		exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these
		dishes become very hot.
China &	/	Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china
Ceramics		are usually suitable, except for those with metallic
		decoration.
Glassware		Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can
e.g. Pyrex ®		break or crack if heated suddenly.
Metal		It is not recommended to use metal cookware when using
		microwave power as it will arc, which can lead to fire.
Plastic/Polystyrene		Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or
e.g. fast food		discolour at high temperatures.
containers
Cling film		Should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the
		steam escape.
Freezer/		Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are
Roasting bags		suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties,
		as they may melt or catch fire due to the metal arcing.

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Cookware		Microwave	Comments
		safe
Paper - plates			Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be
cups & kitchen			taken as overheating may cause fire.
paper
Straw & wooden			Always attend the oven when using these materials as
containers			overheating may cause fire.
Recycled paper			May contain extracts of metal which will cause
& newspaper			‘arcing’ and may lead to fire.

Microwave power levels

Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power level for cooking, follow the advice given in the recipe section. Generally the following recommendations apply:

Power Suggested use setting

900 W used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. soup, casseroles, canned food, hot beverages, vegetables, fish, etc.

630 W used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides.

450 W for dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally, eg. beef dishes, it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.

270 W (Defrost setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg custard.

90 W for gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry.

W = Watt

To set the microwave power level:

1.Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/ POWER knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to select cooking time.

2.Press the COOKING MODE button once (microwave only). To change the microwave power level rotate

the knob until the desired power level is reached.

3. Press the START/+30 button.

Note: If the power level is not selected, 900 W is automatically set.

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