Bertazzoni MD24X User Manual

24" DRAWER MICROWAVE

USE & CARE MANUAL

Model MD24X

TINSLB074MRR0

FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

BERTAZZONI SERVICE

Bertazzoni is committed to providing the best customer and product service. We have a dedicated team of trained professionals to answer your needs.

If you own a Bertazzoni appliance and need service in the US or Canada please use the following contact information: e-mail: [e-mail]

Telephone - Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 7:30 pm EST (except US public holidays)

US	866-905-0010
WESTERN CANADA	866-905-0010 (BC, AB, SK, MB)
EASTERN CANADA	800-561-7265 (ON, QC, NL, NB, NS, PE)

Visit www.encompass.com to purchase spare parts.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

•Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

•Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

•Do not operate the microwave oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the microwave oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

•The microwave oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.

It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following:

•Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

•Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

•Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

•Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

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CONTENTS

FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE.............................................	2
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY......................................	2
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY..........................................	4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................	5
IMPORTANT–PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW........................	6
ABOUT UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR
DRAWER MICROWAVE..................................................................	6
RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE....................................................	6
ABOUT YOUR DRAWER MICROWAVE.........................................	6
COOKWARE SAFETY.....................................................................	6
ACCESSORIES...............................................................................	7
CHILD SAFETY...............................................................................	7
FOOD SAFETY...............................................................................	7
COOKING SAFETY.........................................................................	8
ABOUT FOODS...............................................................................	8
BEFORE OPERATING.............................................................	9
TO SET THE CLOCK......................................................................	9
STOP/CLEAR..................................................................................	9
OPEN OR CLOSE DRAWER MICROWAVE ..................................	9
FEATURES.............................................................................	10
SETTINGS..............................................................................	11
TIME COOKING............................................................................	11
TO SET POWER LEVEL...............................................................	11
SENSOR SETTINGS.....................................................................	11
COVERING FOODS......................................................................	11

SENSOR POPCORN/SENSOR REHEAT.....................................	12
SENSOR COOK............................................................................	13
DEFROST......................................................................................	14
MANUAL DEFROST......................................................................	14
REHEAT........................................................................................	15
BEVERAGE CENTER...................................................................	15
MELT/SOFTEN/WARM..................................................................	16
KEEP WARM.................................................................................	17
DIRECT USE.................................................................................	17
WITH MANUAL COOKING............................................................	17
MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING..............................................	17
ADD-A-MINUTE.............................................................................	17
MORE OR LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT.........................................	17
HELP (IN THE DISPLAY)..............................................................	17
CONTROL LOCK..........................................................................	17
SETUP/HELP................................................................................	17
TIMER............................................................................................	18
STANDBY MODE..........................................................................	18
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.........................................	19
EXTERIOR....................................................................................	19
STAINLESS STEEL SURFACE ....................................................	19
FRONT SIDE OF THE DRAWER..................................................	19
TOUCH CONTROL PANEL...........................................................	19
DRAWER GUIDES........................................................................	19
INTERIOR......................................................................................	19
WAVEGUIDE COVER...................................................................	19
ODOR REMOVAL..........................................................................	19
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE.....................................	20

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TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The warranties provided by Bertazzoni Spa in this statement apply exclusively to Bertazzoni appliances and accessories sold as new products to the original owner by a Bertazzoni authorized distributor, retailer, dealer or service center and installed in the United States and Canada. The warranties provided in this statement are not transferable and have validity from the date of installation.

COVERAGE INFORMATION

Bertazzoni SpA will repair or replace any component part which fails or proves defective due to materials and/or workmanship within 2 years from the date of installation and under conditions of normal residential use. Repair or replacement will be free of charge, including labor at standard rates and shipping expenses. Repair service must be performed by a Bertazzoni Authorized Service Center during normal working hours.

COSMETIC WARRANTY

Bertazzoni will cover parts showing cosmetic defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from date of installation of the unit. This coverage will include scratches, stains, surface imperfections on stainless steel, paint and porcelain, with the exclusion of slight differences in color due to materials and painting/enamelling technologies.

Exclusions are labor costs, B stock items, out-of-box appliances and display units.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

To obtain warranty service please contact Bertazzoni Customer Service at the numbers below and provide model number, serial number and date of purchase.

ENGLISH 866 905 0010 - FRANCAIS 800 561 7265

Save proof of original purchase or of original installation to establish warranty period. Copy of the product serial tag is affixed to the back cover of the instruction manual.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

1The product used in any commercial application

2Repair service provided by other than a Bertazzoni authorized service agency.

3Damage or repair service to correct service provided by an unauthorized agency or the use of unauthorized parts.

4Installation not in accordance with local electrical codes or plumbing codes.

5Defects or damage due to improper storage of the product.

6Defects or damage or missing parts on products sold out of the original factory packaging or from displays.

7Service calls or repairs to correct the installation of the product and/or related accessories.

8Service calls to connect, convert or otherwise repair the electrical wiring and/or gas line to properly use the product.

9Service calls to provide instructions on the use of a Bertazzoni product.

10Repair service due to product usage in manner other than what is normal and customary for home use.

11Replacement of wear and tear parts

12Replacement of glasses and light bulbs if they are claimed to have failed later than 30 days after installation and in no case later than 4 months after date of purchase

13Defects and damages arising from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, improper installation.

14Defects and damages arising from transportation of the product to the home of the owner.

15Defects and damage arising from external forces beyond the control of Bertazzoni SpA such as fire, flood, earthquakes and other acts of God.

In case the product will be installed in a remote area, where certified trained technicians are not reasonably available, the customer will be responsible for the transportation costs for the delivery of the product to the nearest authorized service center or for the displacement costs of a certified trained technician.

Bertazzoni does not assume any responsibility for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province.

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Cod. 3070333 rev.3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO

AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 2.

3.This appliance must be properly grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Grounding Instructions on page 6.

4.Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided Installation Manual.

5.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers—for example, closed glass jars—are able to explode and should not be heated in the appliance.

6.Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This appliance is specifically designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

7.As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

8.Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.

9.This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest Authorized Servicer for examination, repair or adjustment.

10.Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

11.Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water—for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or similar locations.

12.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

13.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

14.Do not climb or sit on the appliance.

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

16.Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.

17.Be sure that fingers or other objects or materials are not around the appliance opening when the appliance is closed.

18.Do not put fingers or clothes around the drawer guides when the appliance is opened or closed. They could be caught in the guides when the appliance is closed.

19.Be sure that the food and container are shorter than the drawer before closing it. You can refer to the height of the side walls of the drawer.

20.When cleaning appliance sealing surfaces that come together on closing the drawer, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. See cleaning instructions on page 19.

21.To reduce the risk of fire in the appliance cavity:

a.Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the appliance to facilitate cooking.

b.Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in appliance.

c.If materials inside the appliance ignite, keep appliance door closed, turn microwave off and shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

d.Do not use the appliance for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the appliance when not in use.

22.Liquids, such as water, coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the appliance is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

a.Do not overheat the liquid.

b.Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

c.Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-mouthed container.

d.After heating, allow the container to stand in the appliance at least for 20 seconds before removing the container.

e.Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

23.If the appliance light fails, consult a AUTHORIZED SERVICER.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ABOUT UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR

DRAWER MICROWAVE

1.Remove all packing materials from inside the Drawer Microwave. DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the top of the Drawer Microwave.

2.Remove the feature sticker, if there is one. Check the drawer for any damage, such as misaligned or bent drawer, damaged drawer seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose drawer guides and dents inside the cavity or on the front side of the drawer. If there is any damage, do not operate the Drawer Microwave and contact your AUTHORIZED SERVICER.

Sealing

Surface

Waveguide

Cover

Sealing

Surface

Oven

Cavity

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. The oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

WARNING:

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS TOO SHORT, HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICEMAN INSTALL AN OUTLET NEAR THE APPLIANCE.

If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or serviceperson.

NOTE:

•If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electrician or serviceperson.

•Neither Bertazzoni nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.

RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE

Should there be any interference caused by the Drawer Microwave to your radio or TV, check that the Drawer Microwave is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the oven as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna.

ABOUT YOUR DRAWER MICROWAVE

ALWAYS have food in the Drawer Microwave when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.

The vent under the Drawer Microwave must not be blocked. During microwaving, steam may come from the right side of the vent.

When using the Drawer Microwave at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal for the exterior of the Drawer Microwave to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating.

Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the Drawer Microwave. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered ones.

The Drawer Microwave is for food preparation only. It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.

Your Drawer Microwave is rated 950 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure. In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly.

When opening or closing the Drawer Microwave quickly, food in the Drawer Microwave may be spilled. To clean, please refer to the Cleaning and Care section on page 19.

COOKWARE SAFETY

•Use dry, sturdy pot-holders. Damp pot-holders may cause burns from steam. Dishtowels or other substitutes should NEVER be used as potholders because they can trail across hot surface elements and ignite or get caught on appliance parts.

•DO NOT heat unopened food containers; buildup of pressure may cause the container to explode and result in injury.

•Use care when opening the drawer microwave. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.

•PREPARED FOOD WARNING: Follow food manufacturer's instructions. If a plastic frozen food container and/or its cover distorts, warps, or is otherwise damaged during cooking, immediately discard the food and its container. The food could be contaminated.

It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new Drawer Microwave. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking.

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IMPORTANT– PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW

Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating:

•glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as Corningware®.

•heat-resistant glass (Pyrex®)

•microwave-safe plastics

•microwave-safe paper plates

•microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and porcelain

•browning dish (Do not exceed recommended preheating time. Follow manufacturer’s directions.)

These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:

•wood, straw, wicker DO NOT USE:

•metal pans and bakeware (cookie sheets / brownie pans)

•dishes with metallic trim

•non-heat-resistant glass

•non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs)

•recycled paper products

•brown paper bags

•food storage bags

•metal twist-ties

Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot should not be used.

The following coverings are ideal:

•Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.

•Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.

•Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for cooking and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent so steam can escape.

•Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking.

•Oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist-ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can escape.

How to use aluminum foil in your Drawer Microwave:

•Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly.

•Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the Drawer Microwave.

Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.

ACCESSORIES

There are many microwave accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Bertazzoni is not responsible for any damage to the Drawer Microwave when accessories are used.

CHILD SAFETY

•Children below the age of 7 should use the Drawer Microwave with a supervising person very near to them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the same room. The child must be able to reach the Drawer Microwave comfortably.

•At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the Drawer Microwave.

•Children should be taught all safety precautions: use potholders, remove coverings carefully, pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.

•Don't assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything.

•Children need to learn that the Drawer Microwave is not a toy. See page 17 for Control Lock feature.

FOOD SAFETY

•Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.

•Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.

•Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.

•Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.

•Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking, if possible.

•Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once.

•Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from right to left.

•Add standing time. Remove food from Drawer Microwave and stir, if possible. Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without overcooking.

•Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached.

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Doneness signs include:

•Food steams throughout, not just at edge.

•Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.

•Poultry thigh joints move easily.

•Meat and poultry show no pinkness.

•Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

COOKING SAFETY

Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture's recommended temperatures.

TEMP		FOOD
145˚F	(63˚C)	Fish
160˚F	(71˚C)	Pork, ground beef/veal/lamb, egg
		dishes
165˚F	(74˚C)	For leftover, ready-to-reheat
		refrigerated, and deli and carry-out
		“fresh” food. Whole, pieces and ground
		turkey/chicken/duck.
170˚F	(74˚C)	White meat of poultry.
180˚F	(74˚C)	Dark meat of poultry.

To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave use.

•ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns.

•Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dish’s covering and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face.

•Stay near the Drawer Microwave while it is in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food.

•NEVER use the oven for storing cookbooks or other items.

•Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria.

•Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause arcing and/or fires.

ABOUT FOODS

	FOOD		DO		DON'T
	Eggs,	•	Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent	•	Cook eggs in shells.
	sausages, nuts,		“explosion”.	•	Reheat whole eggs.
	seeds, fruits &	•	Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and
				•	Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
	vegetables
			sausages so that steam escapes.
	Popcorn	•	Use specially bagged popcorn for the microwave.	•	Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass
		•	Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow to		bowls.
			1 or 2 seconds or use special Sensor Popcorn pad.	•	Exceed maximum time on popcorn package.
	Baby food	•	Transfer baby food to small dish and heat carefully,	•	Heat disposable bottles.
			stirring often. Check temperature before serving.	•	Heat bottles with nipples on.
		•	Put nipples on bottles after heating and shake
				•	Heat baby food in original jars.
			thoroughly. “Wrist” test before feeding.
	General	•	Cut baked goods with filling after heating to release	•	Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air tight
			steam and avoid burns.		containers.
		•	Stir liquids briskly before, during and after heating to	•	Can in the microwave as harmful bacteria may
			avoid “eruption”.		not be destroyed.
		•	Use deep bowl, when cooking liquids or cereals, to	•	Deep fat fry.
			prevent boilovers.	•	Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers.
		•	Food should be shorter than the Drawer Microwave.
			Please refer to the height of side walls of the drawer.

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BEFORE OPERATING

Before operating your new Drawer Microwave make sure you read and understand this Use and Care Guide completely.

The following steps MUST be taken before any functions can be used. Before you use the Drawer Microwave:

1.

Plug in the Drawer Microwave.

ENJOY

YOUR

MICRO-

WAVE

TOUCH

CLEAR

AND

TOUCH

CLOCK

will

appear.

2.

Touch the Stop/Clear pad.

will appear.

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3.

Set clock.

TO SET THE CLOCK

1.Touch Timer/Clock pad and number 2.

2.Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence. Touch Timer/Clock pad.

This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, ERROR will appear in the display. Touch the Stop/ Clear pad and re-enter the time.

•If the electrical power supply to your Drawer Microwave should be interrupted, the display will intermittently show

ENJOY	YOUR	MICRO-	WAVE	TOUCH	CLEAR
AND	TOUCH	CLOCK after the power is reinstated.
If this occurs during cooking, the program will be erased.

The time of day will also be erased. Simply touch Stop/ Clear pad and reset the clock for the correct time of day.

STOP/CLEAR

Touch the Stop/Clear pad to:

1.Erase if you make a mistake during programming.

2.Cancel timer.

3.Stop the oven temporarily during timed cooking.

4.Return the time of day to the display.

5.Cancel a program during cooking, touch twice.

OPEN OR CLOSE DRAWER MICROWAVE

Always Touch the OPEN or CLOSE pad on the control panel to open or close the Drawer Microwave.

Do not push or pull the drawer by hand, except in case of emergency, such as a power failure. If necessary, push or pull slowly.

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FEATURES AND CONTROL PANEL

DRAWER MICROWAVE
1
8
4
2
5
6
3
7

1Control panel

2Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE

3Drawer Microwave Menu Label

4Drawer sealing surfaces

5Drawer light

6Drawer Microwave guides

7Vent

8Nameplate: open the Drawer Microwave fully. The label is beyond the back wall of the microwave cavity facing up from the flat surface.

KEYSHEET

17-18 15 12 13 12

17

16

16

17

14

15

9

17

9

18

9

11

Numbers next to the keysheet illustration indicate pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information.

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SETTINGS

TIME COOKING

Your Drawer Microwave can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros.

•Cook for 5 minutes at 100%

1.Enter cooking time 500.

2.Touch Start/Add-A-Minute pad.

TO SET POWER LEVEL

There are eleven preset power levels.

Using lower power levels increases the cooking time, which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult a microwave cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations.

•Defrost for 5 minutes at 30%

1.Enter defrost time 500.

2.Touch Power Level 8 times.

3.Touch Start/Add-A-Minute.

	TOUCH POWER		COMMON
	LEVEL PAD	APPROXIMATE
			WORDS
	NUMBER OF TIMES	PERCENTAGE
			FOR POWER
	FOR DESIRED	OF POWER
			LEVELS
	POWER
	Power Level x 1	100%	High
	Power Level x 2	90%
	Power Level x 3	80%
	Power Level x 4	70%	Medium High
	Power Level x 5	60%
	Power Level x 6	50%	Medium
	Power Level x 7	40%
	Power Level x 8	30%	Med Low/Defrost
	Power Level x 9	20%
	Power Level x 10	10%	Low
	Power Level x 11	0%

SENSOR SETTINGS

Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power levels for various foods and quantities.

•After the oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using any sensor setting.

•Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel.

•The sensor works with foods at normal storage temperature. For example, popcorn would be at room temperature.

•Any sensor selection can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 17.

•More or less food than the quantity listed in the charts should be cooked following the guidelines in any microwave cookbook.

•During the first part of sensor use, the food name will appear on the display. Do not open the oven or touch Stop/ Clear during this part of the cycle. The measurement of vapor will be interrupted. If this occurs, an error message will appear. To continue cooking, touch the Stop/Clear pad and cook manually.

•When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of cooking/reheating time will appear. The oven may be opened when the remaining time appears on the display. At this time, you may stir or season food, as desired.

•Except for Popcorn, if the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods, ERROR will be displayed, and the microwave will turn off.

•Check food temperature after cooking. If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.

•Each food has a cooking hint. Touch the Set Up/Help pad when the HELP indicator is lighted in the display.

COVERING FOODS

Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the charts for these foods. You may refer to the hints by touching the Set Up/Help pad. See pages 17-18.

•Casserole lid

•Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow approximately 1/2 inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape. Plastic wrap should not touch food.

•Wax paper: Cover dish completely. Fold excess wrap under dish to secure. If dish is wider than paper, overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover.

Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you.

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SETTINGS

SENSOR POPCORN / SENSOR REHEAT

You can pop popcorn and reheat many foods and don’t need to calculate cooking time or power level.

Touch Sensor Reheat or Sensor Popcorn and Start/Add-A- Minute pad.

When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food, the remainder of cooking/reheating time will appear.

NOTE:

•The Sensor Popcorn setting has 2 choices. Follow directions in the display to choose desired option.

Sensor Popcorn / Sensor Reheat Chart

FOOD		AMOUNT		PROCEDURE
Sensor Popcorn		Only 1 package at a time		Use only popcorn packaged for the microwave. Try several brands to decide
				which you like. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels.
		2.85 - 3.5 oz.		Touch Sensor Popcorn pad once.
		(Regular / Regular light)
		1.2 - 1.75 oz. (Mini /		Touch Sensor Popcorn pad twice.
		Snack)
Sensor Reheat		4 - 36 oz		Place in dish or casserole slightly larger than amount to be reheated. Flatten, if
				possible. Cover with lid, plastic wrap or wax paper. Use covers such as plastic
				wrap or lids with larger quantities of more dense foods such as stews. After
				reheating, stir well, if possible. Re-cover and allow to stand 2 to 3 minutes.
				Foods should be very hot. If not, continue to heat with variable power and time.

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SETTINGS

SENSOR COOK

1. Touch Sensor Cook pad once.					SEE		LABEL		SELECT
	FOOD		NUMBER

2.See Menu Label. Select desired food by touching number pad. Ex: Touch 5 for baked potatoes.

3.Touch Start/Add-A-Minute pad.

NOTE:

•To heat or cook other foods or foods above or below the quantity allowed on the Sensor Cook Chart, cook manually.

			Sensor Cook Chart
	FOOD	AMOUNT			PROCEDURE
1. Fresh vegetables: Quick			Wash and place in casserole. Add no water if vegetables have just been washed.
	Broccoli	.25 - 2.0 lb.	Cover with lid for tender vegetables. Use plastic wrap for tender-crisp vegetables.
	Brussels sprouts	.25 - 2.0 lb.	After cooking, stir, if possible. Let stand, covered, for 2 to 5 minutes.
	Cabbage	.25 - 2.0 lb.
	Cauliflower (flowerets)	.25 - 2.0 lb.
	Cauliflower (whole)	1 med.
	Spinach	.25 - 1.0 lb.
	Zucchini	.25 - 2.0 lb.
	Baked apples	2 - 4 med.
2.	Fresh vegetables: Longer		Place in casserole. Add 1-4 tablespoons water. Cover with lid for tender
	Carrots, sliced	.25 - 1.5 lb.	vegetables. Use plastic wrap cover for tender-crisp vegetables. After cooking,
	Corn on the cob	2 - 4	stir, if possible. Let stand, covered, for 2 to 5 minutes.
	Green beans	.25 - 1.5 lb
	Winter squash:
	diced	.25 - 1.5 lb.
	halves	1 - 2
3.	Frozen vegetables	.25 - 1.25 lb.	Add no water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand,
			covered, for 3 minutes.
4.	Frozen entrees	6 - 17 oz.	Use this pad for frozen convenience foods. It will give satisfactory results for
			most brands. You may wish to try several and choose your favorite. Remove
			package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering. After
			cooking, let stand, covered, for 1-3 minutes
5.	Baked potatoes	1 - 6 med.	Pierce. Place on paper-towel-lined Drawer Microwave. After cooking, remove
6. Sweet potatoes		1 - 6 med.	from microwave, wrap in aluminum foil and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
7.	Ground meat	.25 - 2.0 lb.	Use this setting to cook ground beef or turkey as patties or in a casserole to be
			added to other ingredients. Place patties on a microwave-safe rack and cover
			with wax paper. Place ground meat in a casserole and cover with wax paper or
			plastic wrap. When microwave stops, turn patties over or stir meat in casserole
			to break up large pieces. Re-cover and touch Start/Add-A-Minute. After cooking,
			let stand, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes.
8.	Fish/Seafood	.25 - 2.0 lb.	Arrange in ring around shallow glass dish (roll fillet with edges underneath).
			Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand, covered for 3 minutes.
9.	White rice	.5 - 2.0 cups	Place rice into a deep casserole and add double quantity of water. Cover with
10.Brown rice		.5 - 2.0 cups	lid or plastic wrap. After cooking, stir, cover and let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until
			all liquid has been absorbed.
				Rice	Water	Size of casserole
				.5 cup	1 cup	1.5 quart
				1 cup	2 cups	2 quart
				1.5 cups	3 cups	2.5 or 3 quart
				2 cups	4 cups	3 quart or larger

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SETTINGS

DEFROST

Use this feature to defrost the foods shown in the Defrost Chart below.

1. Touch Defrost pad. SEE LABEL SELECT FOOD

NUMBER

2. See Menu Label. Select desired food by touching the number pad. Ex: Touch 2 for steaks/chops. STEAKS CHOPS ENTER WEIGHT

3.Enter weight by touching number keys. 1.0

4.Touch Start/Add-A-Minute pad.

The oven will stop so that the food can be checked.

5.After the first stage, open the Drawer Microwave. Turn steak over and shield any warm portions. Close the Drawer Microwave. Touch Start/Add-A-Minute pad.

6.After the second stage, open the Drawer Microwave. Shield any warm portions. Close the Drawer Microwave. Touch Start/Add-A-Minute pad.

7.After defrost cycle ends, cover and let stand as indicated in the chart below.

NOTE:

•Defrost can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. See page 17.

•To defrost other foods or foods above or below the weights allowed on the Defrost Chart, see Manual Defrost below.

•Check foods when oven signals. After final stage, small sections may still be icy. Let stand to continue thawing. Do not cook until all ice crystals are thawed.

•Shielding prevents cooking from occurring before the center of the food is defrosted. Use small smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover edges and thinner sections of the food.

			Defrost Chart
	FOOD	AMOUNT	PROCEDURE
1.	Ground	.5 - 2.0 lb.	Pull apart and remove any thawed pieces after each stage. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes.
	Meat
2.	Steaks/	.5 - 3.0 lb.	After each stage, rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions, shield with small flat pieces
	chops		of aluminum foil. Remove any meat or fish that is nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered, for 10 to
			20 minutes.
3.	Boneless	.5 - 2.0 lb.	Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey. After each stage, if there are warm or thawed portions,
	poultry		rearrange or remove. Let stand, covered, for 10 to 20 minutes.
4.	Bone-in	.5 - 3.0 lb.	Arrange pieces with meatiest portions toward outside of glass dish or microwave safe rack. After
	poultry		each stage, if there are warm or thawed portions, rearrange or remove. Let stand, covered, for
			10 to 20 minutes.
5.	Roast	2.0 - 4.0 lb	Start defrosting with fat side down. After each stage, turn roast over and shield the warm portions
			with aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30 to 60 minutes.

MANUAL DEFROST

If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the Defrost Chart or is above or below the limits in the amount column on the Defrost Chart, you need to defrost manually.

You can defrost any frozen food, either raw or previously cooked, by using Power Level at 30%. Follow the exact 3-step procedure found under To Set Power Level on page 11. Estimate defrosting time and Touch Power Level pad eight times for 30% power.

For either raw or previously cooked frozen food the rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound. For example, defrost 4 minutes for 1 pound of frozen spaghetti sauce.

Always stop the oven periodically to remove or separate the portions that are defrosted. If food is not defrosted at the end of the estimated defrosting time, program the oven in 1 minute increments on Power Level 30% until totally defrosted.

When using plastic containers from the freezer, defrost only long enough to remove from the plastic in order to place in a microwave-safe dish.

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