Continental Electric CE21111 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MICROWAVE OVEN

CE21111

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY

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

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

3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important
that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to
the:
a) Door (bent),
b) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
c) Door seals and sealing surfaces.

4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except

properly qualified service personnel.

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, and 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 1.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See
"grounding instructions” on page 3.

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

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 this oven.

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 type of oven 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. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other

combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and

disconnect the power cord 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.

9. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can 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 microwave oven is not always present. THEIS
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 person:
Do not overheat the liquid.
Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before

removing the container.

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

10. Do not heat oil or fat for deep-frying. It is difficult to control the temperature of oil in

microwave oven.

11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes, whole squash, apples and chestnuts

before cooking.

12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the

temperature should be checked before serving in order to avoid burns.

13. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food.

Potholders may be needed to handle the utensil.

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

15. 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.

16. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or a plug, if it is not working

properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.

17. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. Keep cord away from heated surface. Do not let

cord hang over edge of table or counter.

18. Use only thermometers, which are specifically designed for use in microwave ovens.

19. Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance.

20. Be certain the glass tray and roller rings are in place when you operate the oven

21. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

INSTALLATION

1. Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door.

2. WARNING: Check the oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged

door seals and sealing surface, broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents
inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, do not operate the oven and
contact qualified service personnel.

3. This microwave oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface to hold its weight and the

heaviest food likely to be cooked in the oven.

4. Do not place the oven where heat, moisture, or high humidity are generated, or near

combustible materials.

5. For correct operation, the oven must have sufficient airflow. Allow 20cm of space above

the oven, 10cm at back and 5cm at both sides. Do not cover or block any openings on
the appliance. Do not remove feet.

6. Do not operate the oven without glass tray, roller support, and shaft in their proper

positions.

7. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the oven

or over any hot or sharp surface.

8. The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an

emergency.

9. Do not use the oven outdoors.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The appliance is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Electrical Requirements

The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that
a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded.

Extension Cord

If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3 blade
grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave oven. The
marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of
the appliance.
Notes:

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

electrician or service person.

2. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven

or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.

RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE

Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar
equipment. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the
following measures:

1. Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.

2. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

3. Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

4. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

5. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are

on different branch circuits.

UTENSILS GUIDE

This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave, which ones have limited use
for short periods, and which ones should not be used in the microwave.

Recommended

·Microwave browning dish — Use to brown the 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 spattering. Do not use recycled paper towels, which may contain
metal and could ignite.

·Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes — Use for heating or cooking.

·Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term heating at low temperatures. Do not use

recycled paper, which may contain metal and could ignite.

·Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent spattering.

·Thermometers — Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow all directions. Check

the food in several places. Conventional thermometers may be used on microwave food
once the food has been removed from the oven.

Limited Use

· Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
Using too much foil can damage your oven, so be careful.

·Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware — Use these if they are labeled “Microwave Safe”.
If they are not labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely.

·Plastic — Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe”. Other plastics can melt.

·Straw, wicker, and wood — Use only for short-term heating, such as warming dinner rolls

for a few seconds. Baskets and bowls may be flammable.

Not Recommended

·Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter

and cause damage and injury.

·Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for

microwave use.

·Styrofoam plates and cups — These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.

·Plastic storage and food containers — Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the

microwave.

·Metal utensils — These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note: 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.

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. The oven 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.

Shielding

Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need
shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking
dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts can damage your oven.
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 it cook.

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

If the oven fails to operate:
A) Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the

outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.

B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be

operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance.
C) Check to ensure that the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set.
D) Check to ensure that the door is securely closed engaging the door safety lock system.

Otherwise, the microwave energy will not flow into the oven.

IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFIES THE SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.

CLEANING AND CARE

1. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use
only mild, nonabrasive soups, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

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

3. 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.
Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door
surface.

4. The outside 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.

5. Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.

6. Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When
cleaning the control panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally
turning on.

7. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.
This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions,
this is normal.

8. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm
sudsy water or in a dishwasher.

9. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent. The roller ring may be
washed in mild sudsy water or dishwasher. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor
for cleaning, be sure to replace in the proper position.

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

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

CONTROL PANEL

MENU ACTION SCREEN
Cooking time, power, indicators and present time
are displayed.
QUICK COOK BUTTONS
Instant settings to cook popular foods
POWER
Use to set microwave power levels.
TIMER
Timer functions independently, even while a
cooking program is in process.
COOK
Use for multi-stage cooking. Enable cooking at
multiple power and time settings automatically.
COOK BY WEIGHT
Programmed cooking based on weight of foods.
DEFROST BY WEIGHT
Programmed defrosting based on the weight of the
foods to be defrosted.
SPEED DEFROST
Quick defrost function that alternates defrost
and stand times to quickly and effectively defrost
foods.
NUMBER PADS (0-9)
Touch to set clock, cooking time or enter food
weight.
CLOCK
Touch to set the clock time.
RESET
Touch to clear all previous settings.
START/STOP
Touch to start or stop cooking.