Avanti MO9003SST Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUEL D’INSTRUTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model / Modelo / Modèle: MO9003SST

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Avanti Products LLC

P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Help Us Help You

Parts and Features

4 – 6

Important Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions 8

Before Using Your Microwave Oven

Installation of Your Microwave Oven

Safety Precautions

8 – 9

Electrical Connection

Operating Your Microwave Oven

Control Panel

Operation Procedure

Cooking Techniques

Care and Maintenance 20

Cleaning Your Microwave Oven

Problems with Your Microwave Oven?

Troubleshooting Guide 21

Service for Your Microwave Oven

Avanti Microwave Oven Warranty

Instrucctiones en Español

23 – 38

Registration Information and Registration Card

HELP US HELP YOU…

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you oper ate and maintain your new microwave oven properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understa nd som et hing or you need more assistance, please call:

Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570

Keep proof of original purchas e date (suc h as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you recei ve, here are som e steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your microwave oven. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a label located on the rear wall of the microwave oven.

Please write these numbers here:

____________________________________ Date of Purchase

____________________________________ Model Number

____________________________________ Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your microwave oven.

If you received a damaged microwave oven, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the microwave oven.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

NEXT, if you are still not pl eas ed, wri te a ll th e details, including your telephone num ber, and send it to:

Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172 USA

Parts and Features

Door Safety Lock System

Oven Window

Turntable Roller Ring

Turntable Shaft

Control Panel

Oven Air Vent

Glass Tray

Parts and Features

MO9003SST

Control Panel Detail – See Page 14.

Operating Instructions – See pages 15 - 19.

Important Safety Instructions

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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or basic precautions:

-Save these instructions-

WARNING

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.

• Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy.

• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS.

• Install or locate the appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

• When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on the closing door, use only mild,

nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

• Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without

appearing to be boiling. 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 THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

• Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers-(for example, closed glass jars) may

explode and should not be heated in microwave oven.

• Use this microwave oven 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.

• As with any appliance, close super visi on is necess ary when used by children.

• Do not operate this microwave oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or

if it has been damaged or dropped.

• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

• Do not overcook food. Carefully attend microwave oven if paper, plastic, or combustible

materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

• Remove wire twist-ties from bags before placing bag in oven.

• If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off at the wall

switch, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or

food in the cavity when not in use.

• Only qualified service personnel should service this appliance. Contact the nearest authorized

service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

• Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance.

• 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.

• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or

explosion.

• Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

injury when using your appliance, follow these

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

 BEFORE USING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

• Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

• Glass Tray

• Turntable Roller Assembly (Roller or Roller Ring)

• Instruction Manual

• Inspect the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as:

• Misaligned Door

• Damaged Door

• Dents or Holes in Door Window and Screen

• Dents in Cavity

If any of the above is visible, DO NOT use the oven.

 INSTALLATION OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

• When positioning the microwave oven, it should be set on a flat, steady surface.

• Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and

eventually cause oven failure.

• Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio, antenna, or antenna wire. Position the oven as far from them as possible.

• Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

• Keep the oven away from hot air, steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to locate it,

otherwise, the unit’s operation may be adversely affected, causing it to break down.

• Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption.

• Plug the appliance into an exclusive properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products service center.

• DO NOT place anything on the top of the oven.

• Keep the oven at least 5 inches away from both sidewalls and away from rear wall to ensure the

proper ventilation.

• DO NOT remove the turn-table drive shaft.

 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to op erate this oven with the door-o pen since open-door operation c an 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 be tween the ove n front f ace and the door or allo w soil or clean er residu e

to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

properly and that there is no dam age to the : (1) Door ( bent ), (2) Hinges and lat ches ( brok en or loosened ), (3) Door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service

personnel.

Genera

• DO NOT attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to door, control panel or any other part of the oven . Do NOT remove outer pan el from oven. Repairs shou ld only be do ne by qualified service personnel.

• DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the

l Use

Utensils Food

oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy.

• If a fire occurs in the oven, touch the START/STOP pad and LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

• DO NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in 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 control panel. Damage to controls may occur.

• METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic rims should not be used. Arcing may occur.

• METAL TWIST-TIES may 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. Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow all directions. Check the food in several places.

• Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before cooking or defrosting in the oven.

RECOMMENDED

• Microwave browning dish – Use to brown exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.

• Microwaveable plastic wrap – Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food.

• Paper towels and napkins – Use for short-term heating and covering; these absorb excess moisture and prevent splattering. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain metal and could ignite.

• 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 are approximate. Factors that may affect cooking are starting temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of food 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 OVERCOOK 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 use oven for popcorn unless popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless it’s commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens. DO NOT use oil unless specified by the manufacturer.

• DO NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.

• HEATED LIQUID S can ERUPT if not mixed with air. DO NOT heat liquids in your microwave

oven without first stirring.

 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance m ust be grounde d. In th e event of an electr ical short c ircuit, gr ounding r educes t he risk of electrical shock b y providing an escape wire f or the electric current. This appliance is equipp ed with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Warning

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied. Do not use the extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or

serviceman to install an outlet near the appliance. This appliance requires a standard 115/120 Volts A.C. ~/60Hz electrical outlet with three-prong ground. The cord should be secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental

injury.

OPERATING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following:

• It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.

• Do not place any object bet ween the oven front face and the door or al lo w res idu e t o acc umulate on

sealing surfaces. W ipe the sealing area frequentl y with a mild detergent, rinse and wip e dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.

• When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child hanging on an opened door or any load which could cause the oven to fall forward and cause injury and damage the door. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged, until it has been repaired by a qualified service person. It is particularly important that the oven closes properly and that there is no damage to the:

• Door (bent)

• Hinges and latches (broken or loosened)

• Door seals and sealing surfaces

• The oven should not be adjusted or repaired b y anyone except pr operly qualified service personnel.

CONTROL PANEL

Baked Potato

Popcorn

Pizza

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Reheat

Cook By Weight

Defrost By Weight

Speed Defrost

Clock: 12 Hour

Kitchen Timer

Power

Consumption:

120V ~ 60Hz,

1350W

Output

(Watts):

Operation

Frequency:

Unit

(HxWxD):

Oven Cavity

(HxWxD):

Oven

Capacity:

Cooking

Uniformity:

Net Weight:

Approx. 34 Lbs

Follow the applicable instructions for operation and control, which are given in “HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS” on page 17.

MO9003SST UNIT FEATURES UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

Pre-Programmed

Cooking Modes

900W

2450MHz

See Page 17 for complete descriptions of Cooking Modes

Dimensions

12 x 19 x16

81/ x 13 x 13

0.9 cu.Ft. Turntable

 OPERATION PROCEDURE:

Plug the power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 15 Amps, 120Volts A.C.~/60Hz.

• After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray. The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.

• Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.

• The oven door can be opened at any time during operation by pulling on the door handle or pushing

the door release button. The oven will automatically shut off. To restart the oven, close the door and then touch START/STOP.

• Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound to acknowledge the touch. One of the function pads must be touched before the number pads. Two BEEPS indicates the oven does not accept the entry, check and try again.

• The oven automatically cooks on high power and defrosts on low power.

• When the oven is first plugged in the display will show “HR 12”, if you prefer to not have the clock

displayed, touch reset or wait 15 seconds.

• When the START/STOP pad is touched during the oven operation, the oven stops cooking. If the oven door is opened during the oven operation, all information is retained.

• If the START/STOP pad is touched and the oven does not operate, check the area between the door and door seal for obstructions and make sure the door is closed securely. The oven will not start cooking until the door is completely closed and the program has been set.

CONTROL PANEL FEATURE

DISPLAY

DESCRIPTION

Remaining in Cooking Cycle, and the Present Time.

BAKED POTATO BEVERAGE/SOUP PIZZA

level or time.

POWER

Use to set power level

Touch to set the weight of the food to be defrosted. The oven automatically sets the defrosting time and power level.

Touch to set defrosting time. The oven automatically divides the cycling on and off.

You can use the TIMER function independently, even while a cooking program is going on in the oven.

NUMBER PADS (0-9)

Touch to set times or amounts.

CLOCK

Touch to set the clock.

RESET

Clears all previous settings if touched before cooking starts.

START/STOP

Touch to start or stop cooking.

PRE-PROGRAMMED

COOKING MODES

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

Electronic display shows Cooking Time, Cooking Power, Time

SEAFOOD POPCORN FROZEN DINNER FRESH VEGETABLES REHEAT FROZEN VEGETABLES

Allow you to reheat or cook food automatically without entering power

SPEED DEFROST

defrosting time into per iods of alternating defros t and stand times by

TIMER

 SPECIAL OVEN FEATURES

SPEED DEFROST: Used to defrost frozen foods by time.

This cycle starts at medium – high power, then automatically reduces to medium – low and then to low as the food thaws. SPEED DEFROST indicator light and cook indicator light will both come on during the defrost cycle.

TIMER: Use for timing things without oven function. A long beep will sound at the end of the elapsed time. AUTO TIMER: After a DEFROST or COOK PROGRAM has completed, the oven will automatically continue to sound four beeps every two minutes until the oven door is opened or the RESET pad is touched. CHILD PROOF LOCK: Use to prevent unsupervised operation of the oven by children. The CHILD PROOF LOCK indicator will be lit on the display and the oven cannot be operated while the CHILD PROOF LOCK is set.

SETTING CHILD LOCK: To set, press and hold RESET for 3 seconds. LOCK is indicated on the display. To cancel, press and hold RESET for 3 seconds. LOCK indication disappears. TIMER: Use to set cooking time. Allows you to set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds RESET: Touch to cancel the selected power level, cook or defrost times previously programmed. The

time of day clock is not cancelled. START/STOP: Touch to start the defrost or cook programs. The cook indicator light and the oven light will come on and the cooling fan will operate. NOTE: END OF OPERATION- Display will show “END”.

• Four beeps will sound, t he c ook indicator light will go out and wi ll sho w “END” on displ ay windo w until the door is opened and the tim e of day will return to the display windo w. The oven light and cook ing fan will turn off.

• The oven will automatically continue to sound four beeps every two minutes until the oven door is opened or the RESET pad is touched.

NOTE: TO INTERRUPT OPERATION –Open the oven door.

• The oven immediately stops.

• If no further cooking is required, touch the RESET pad.

• To continue cooking, close the oven door and touch the START/STOP pad. The oven will restart.

HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS

AUDIBLE SIGNALS

stage can be programmed with a different power

The oven will

automatically proceed to the end of cooking

After stage 1 time has elapsed, one beep

RESET pad or open

Number pad

Cooking power

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

DURING OVEN SETTINGS

ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry. TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the entry, check and try again.

SETTIN G TH E CLOCK

1. Touch CLOCK pad. This is a 12 hour clock.

2. Touch CLOCK pad once more. This is a 24

hour clock.

3. Use the number pads to enter the correct time.

If you selected 12 hour clock system, the digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to 12:59. If you selected 24 hour clock system, the digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.You must touch at least three numbers to set the clock (one for hour and two for minutes).

4. Touch CLOCK pad again.

NOTE: When the oven is first plugged in or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display will show “HR 12”. If you prefer to not have the clock displayed, touch RESET. You can check the clock time while cooking is in progress by touching the CLOCK pad.

SETTING A COOKING PROGRAM

SETTING THE OVEN TIMER

1. Touch TIMER.

2. Enter the amount of time by touching the

number pads. Digit time is in minutes and seconds and set left to right. Set one digit (a 5 for 5 seconds) or up to four digits (2405 for 24 minutes, 5 seconds).

3. Touch START/STOP.

NOTE: Time countdown can be seen in display for 3 seconds before clock or cooking time is returned to display. Touch TIMER and then touch RESET to cancel TIMER during timing process.

A. One-stage Cooking

1. Use the number pads to set a cooking time.

You can set a cooking time from one second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

2. If you want to set a power level other than

100% power, touch POWER, then use the number pads to enter the power level. You can set the power level from 1 to 9. Use single digits to set a cooking power level:

3. Touch START/STOP to start cooking.

B. Multi-stage Cooking

You c an program oven for 4 cook ing stages. Each level and time. To program 2-stage, 3-stage or 4-

stage cooking, repeat the one-stage cooking steps 1 and 2 and touch START.

stages. NOTE:

sound, signaling the beg inning of stage 2. After total time has elapsed, 4 beeps sound and E ND appears in display. Touch oven door to clear END before starting another cooking function.

The QUICK COOK settings allow you to cook or reheat food automatically without entering power level or

food. Simply touch pad once, and ENTER AMT

AMOUNT

COOKING TIME

1 (3 oz.)

1 min. 45 sec.

2 (1.5 oz.)

1 min. 35 sec.

1 potato

3 min. 00 sec.

2 potatoes

5 min. 40 sec.

3 potatoes

8 min. 20 sec.

4 potatoes

11 min. 20 sec.

1 potato

4 min. 30 sec.

2 potatoes

8 min. 00 sec.

3 potatoes

11 min. 40 sec.

4 potatoes

15 min. 20 sec.

SPEED DEFROST

1. Touch SPEED DEFROST.

2. Enter desired defrosting time by touching

correct number pads. Digital timer sets minutes and seconds from left to right so a single digit can be set (5 for 5 seconds ) or up to 4 digits (2405 for 24 minutes 5 seconds).

3. Touch START/STOP.

NOTE:

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.

2. Enter weight.

3. Touch START/STOP pad.

Note: Weight must be in pounds and ounces. Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceded by a 0. If label gives weight in pounds only, change the fraction of a pound to ounces using the

following chart (See page 19). After time has elapsed four signals sound and END appears in display. Touch RESET pad or open door to clear END before starting another cooking function.

QUICK COOK (PRE-PROGRAMMED) SETTINGS

time. For smaller portions, sim pl y touch the applic able pa d and start. F or larger por tions , push the pa d twice. FROZEN DINNER , BA KED POTATO and BEV ER AGE allow you to co ok multiple amounts of the s am e

POPCORN

1. Touch POPCORN.

2. Touch NUMBER pads (1-2) to select the

amount of food.

BAKED POTATO

For 3.5 to 5 oz. potatoes:

1. Touch BAKED POTATO once.

2. Enter number of potatoes by touching number

pads from 1 to 4. Cooking times for smallmedium potatoes are as follows:

3. Touch START/STOP.

PIZZA

Reheating a slice (or two thin ones) of pizza:

1. Touch PIZZA once. CODE and 0:55 (55 sec.)

appears.

2. Touch START/STOP.

For the large 6 to 8 oz. potatoes:

1. Touch POTATO twice.

2. Enter number of potatoes by touching number

pads from 1 to 4. Cooking times for large potatoes are as follows:

Heating a whole frozen pizza:

1. Touch PIZZA twice. CODE and 4:30 (4 min. 30

sec.) appears.

2. Touch START/STOP.

3. Touch START/STOP.

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BEVERAGE

dish or casserole slightly larger

variable power and time if at the end of sensor

1 cup.

1 min. 00 sec

2 cups.

2 min. 00 sec

3 cups.

2 min. 50 sec

4 cups.

3 min. 50 sec

1 entree

4 min. 15 sec.

2 entrees

7 min. 30 sec.

1 mug

1 min. 50 sec.

2 mugs

3 min. 10 sec.

3 mugs

4 min. 30 sec.

4 mugs

5 min. 40 sec.

1 entree

8 min. 00 sec.

2 entrees

13 min. 30 sec.

Fractions of a

pound

Less than .03

.03 to .09

.10 to .15

.16 to .21

.22 to .27

.28 to .34

.35 to .40

.41 to .46

.47 to .53

.54 to 59

.60 to .65

.66 to .71

.72 to .78

.79 to .84

.85 to .90

.91 to .97

above .97

go to next even

AMOUNT

COOKING TIME

0 min. 18 sec.

0 min. 35 sec.

0 min. 50 sec.

0 min. 55 sec.

1 min. 10 sec.

1 min. 30 sec.

2 min. 00 sec.

For 4 to 6 oz. coffee cups:

1. Touch BEVERAGE once.

2. Enter number of cups by touching number

pads from 1 to 4. Cooking times are as follows:

3. Touch START/STOP.

FROZEN DINNER

For one or two small (5-7 oz.) frozen dinners:

1. Touch FROZEN DINNER once.

2. For 1 entree, just touch START/STOP. For 2

entrees, touch the number pad “2”. Cooking times for small-size entrees are as follows:

3. Touch START/STOP pad.

For the larger 7 to 9 oz. coffee mugs:

1. Touch BEVERAGE twice.

2. Enter number of mugs by touching number

pads from 1 to 4. Cooking times are as follows:

3. Touch START/STOP.

REHEAT

1. Touch REHEAT.

2. Touch NUMBER pads (1-7) to select the

amount (3 oz.) of food.

3. Touch START/STOP.

Note: place in than the amount indicated. Continue to heat wit h

reheat the food is not sufficiently hot.

NOTE:

This setting lets you reheat a dinner plate of chilled leftovers with good results.

Microwaving one large (8-10 oz.) frozen dinner :

1. Touch FROZEN DINNER twice.

2. For 1 entree, just touch START/STOP. For 2

entrees, touch the number pad “2”. Cooking times for larger entrees are as follows:

3. Touch START/STOP.

Converting Fractions of a Pound to Ounces

Ounces

Maximum weight for defrosting is 5 lb 16 oz.

Turn food over when oven signals twice. Touch

START/STOP to resume defrosting.

After total defrosting time, 4 signals sound and END appears in display. Touch RESET or open oven door to clear END before starting another

cooking function.

 COOKING TECHNIQUES

Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep these considerations in mind. Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. T he o ven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food. Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place delicate areas, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the turntable. Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. This is especially important with large foods such as roasts. Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after heating stops. Let foods stand to complete cooking, especially foods such as cakes and whole vegetables. Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas. All liquids, such as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete. Let liquids stand a moment before serving. When heating baby food, stir well at removal and test the temperature before serving. Adding Moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help them cook.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

 CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

• Turn the oven off and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.

• Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters 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 surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.

• Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use detergents, abrasives or spray-on cleaners on the control panel. When cleaning the control Panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on.

• If steam accum ulates insi d e or ar oun d the outside of t he o ve n door , wipe w ith a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is oper ated u nder h igh hum idity condit ions 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 ring 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 ring may be washed in mild sudsy water or dishwasher. Cooking vapors collect during repeated use but in no way affect the bottom surface or roller ring wheels. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the proper position.

• Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a deep microwavable bowl. Microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.

• When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult a dealer to have it replaced.

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