User Manual
Microwave oven
EMS26415
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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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What to do if . . . |
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Specifications |
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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.
It is recommended that a separate 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.
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”. 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 your local Service Force Centre.
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 your local Service Force Centre
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 Service Force technician.
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.
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.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
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knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsibile for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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. selfheating 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 16 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.
Important:
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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Front trim |
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Oven lamp |
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Control panel |
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Door opening button |
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Waveguide cover |
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Oven cavity |
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Fixing points (4 points) |
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Ventilation openings |
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Outer cover |
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Rear cabinet |
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Power supply cord |
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Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:
(1) Turntable (2) Turntable support
(3) High rack (4) Low rack
(5) 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.
Important:
When you order accessories, please mention two items: part name and model name to your dealer or local Service Force Centre.
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Control panel
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Grill
Microwave
Dual
Clock
Cooking stages
Plus/Minus
Auto Defrost bread
Auto Defrost
Weight
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AUTO COOK indicators |
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AUTO COOK button |
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AUTO DEFROST button |
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POWER LEVEL button |
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GRILL button |
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TIMER/WEIGHT KNOB |
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START/+30 button |
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STOP button |
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Before first use
Econ mode
The oven is set in ‘ENERGY SAVE’ mode (‘Econ’).
1.Plug in the oven.
2.The display will be blank.
3.Open the door and the power comes on.
4.Close the door and ‘Econ’ will be displayed.
5.The display will count down from 3:00 to zero.
6.When zero is reached, the oven goes into ‘Econ’ mode and the display goes blank.
7.To cancel ‘Econ’ mode, set the clock.
8.To set ‘Econ’ mode when the clock is set, open the door, press start for 5 seconds, press stop then close the door.
Setting the clock
The oven has a 12 hour clock. Example: To set the clock to 11:30.
1.Plug in the oven.
2.The display will be blank.
3.Open the door and the power comes on.
4.Whilst the door is open, rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.
5.Press the START/+30 button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.
6.Press the START/+30 button.
7.Check the display: 
8. Close the door.
Important:
1.You can rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob clockwise or anti-clockwise.
2.ENERGY SAVE mode cannot be set when the clock is set.
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Adjusting the time when the clock is set or oven is in ‘Econ’ mode
Example: To set the clock to 12:45.
1.Open the door.
2.Press and hold the START/+30 button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.
3.Press the START/+30 button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.
4.Press the START/+30 button.
5.Check the display: 
Using the STOP button
Use the STOP button to:
1.Erase a mistake during programming.
2.Stop the oven temporarily during cooking, press once.
3.Cancel a programme during cooking,
touch twice.
Child safety lock
The oven has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running of the oven by a child. When the lock has been set, no part of the microwave will operate until the lock feature has been cancelled.
Example: To set the child safety lock.
1.Press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds.
The oven will beep twice and ‘LOC’ will be displayed:
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•To cancel the child safety lock, press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds, the oven will beep twice and the time of day will be displayed.
•Child safety lock cannot be set if the clock is not set.
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Microwave cooking advice
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.
Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook.
It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.
Food characteristics
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Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less heating |
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Density |
Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porous foods, such |
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as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods, such as roasts and |
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casseroles. |
Quantity |
The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven |
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increases. E.g. Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two. |
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Size |
Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as microwaves can pen- |
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etrate 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 |
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shapes when microwave cooking. |
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Temperature |
The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed. Chilled |
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Arrange |
Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish. E.g. Chicken |
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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 |
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or reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode, e.g. Potatoes, Fish, |
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Important: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may explode, |
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For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking. Always |
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stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre. |
Stand |
Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally |
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Shield |
Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be shielded |
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