Electrolux EME2820 User Manual

User Manual

8221913- 27 -01

Model EME2820

English

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Contents

Safety Instructions 4

Utensil safety
Testing suitability of cookware 5
Foil containers
Food safety 5

Oven utensils and accessories guide 6

Technical Data

Unpacking 7

Installation
Connecting to the mains

The microwave and accessorie s 8

Name and function of parts
Accessories
Control panel 9
Display window
Turntable installation

How to operate your microwave oven 10

Pause/Clear
Setting the clock
Child safety lock
Microwave cooking 11
Microwave setting guide
Microwave cooking in two and three stages 12
Manual Defrosting 13
Memory Cooking 14
Hold Warm
Auto Start
Auto Programmes 15
Auto Programme Example 16
Auto Defrost 17

Charts
Recommendations for Defrosting using 180W 18

Microwave Hints 19

Microwave Tips

Care and cleaning 20

Service and spare parts 21

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Thank you for having chosen a Electrolux product . We are convinced that you will find your new microwave
oven very useful and that it will be of great help to you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some
time to learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will become indispensable to you.

Before using your Microwave Oven

Read through the instruction manual carefully and ensure that you follow the recommendatio ns given, these
instructions have been prepared so that you get the best from your new Electrolux Microwave Oven.
It is important that this instruction book is retain ed with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance
be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move h ouse and leave the appliance, always ensure that the
book is supplied with the appliance so that the new owner can be acquainted with the f unctioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.

Safety Instructions

• The built-in safety interlock switches prevent t he
microwave oven from operating when the door is
open.

• Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operate
the oven with the door open as open door
operation can result in exposure to microwav e
energy.

• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning
instructions.

• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged unti l it
has been repaired by qualified service personnel.

• It is particularly important that the oven d oor
closes properly and that there is no damage to
the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches
(broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing
surface.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carrie d out
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service
Force Centre.

• Do not remove the outer case, door or control
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure
to extremely high voltage.

• Install or locate this oven only in accordance with
“INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found in this
manual.

• Use the appliance for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost
food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory
use neither for commercial use as this will
invalidate the guarantee.

• Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water is
not present to absorb the microwave energy, the
magnetron tube can be damaged.

• Close supervision is necessary when the oven is
used by children.

• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use
this product near water.

• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in
the microwave oven. These items can ignite.

• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do
not leave paper products, cooking utensi ls, or
food in the cavity when not in use.

Utensil safety

Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the
microwave oven. Although microwave energy will not
heat most glass and ceramic items, these utensils
can become hot as heat transfers from the food to
the container. The use of oven gloves to remove
dishes is recommended.

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Testing suitability of cookware Food safety

Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven.

• Place the cookware in the cavity along with a
glass half full of water. Heat on 900 W (100%) for
one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you s hould
not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you can use it
for reheating but not for cooking. If the dish is
room temperature, it is suitable for microwave
cooking.

• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates,
cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard are
great convenience utensils. Always be sure
containers are filled with food to absorb energy
and thus avoid the possibility of overheating.

• Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers and
plastic wraps may be used in the microwave

oven. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when
using plastics in the oven. Avoid using plastic
utensils with foods that have high fat or sugar
content since these foods reach high
temperatures and could melt some plastics.

Do not leave oven unattended, an d look at it

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from time to time when heating or cooking
food in plastic, paper or other combustible
containers. If smoke is observed, keep door
closed, switch the oven off or disco nnect
oven until smoke stops.

Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim

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should not be used in the microwave oven, unless
specifically recommended for microwave use.
Containers with restricted openings, such as

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bottles, should not be used for microwave
cooking.
Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a

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dish to avoid steam burns.

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Always remove the food to a suitable container.
Deep fat frying should not be done in the

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microwave oven, because the fat temperature
cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can
result.
Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,

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but only in special packages or utensils designed
specifically for this purpose. This cooking
operation should never be un-attended.
Pierce foods with non-porous skins or

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membranes to prevent steam build-up and
bursting. Apples, potatoes, chicken livers, and
egg yolks are examples of items that should be
pierced.

WARNING: When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces
and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden
boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possi bility
the following steps should be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow
necks.

2. Do not overheat.

3. Stir the liquid before placing the contain er in t he
oven and again halfway through the heating time.

4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a
short time, stirring again before carefully removing
the container.

Some products such as whole eggs and sealed

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containers – for example, closed glass jars – may
explode and should not be heated in th is oven.
Occasionally, poached eggs may explode during
cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then cover and
allow the standing time of one minute bef ore
removing cover.

NOTE:

Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This

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may cause malfunctioning.
Arcing in the oven during microwave operatio n

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usually occurs from use of metallic utensils.
Continuous arcing, however, can damage the
unit. Stop the programme and check the utensil.
Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents

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located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the
oven.

Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.

This oven is made for domestic use only.

Keep these instructions

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Oven utensils and accessories guide

A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking i n your microwave oven. For your safety and to
prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose, appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method.

The list below is a general guide.

Material Utensils Microwave Cooking

Ceramic & Glass

China
Pottery YES
Plastic

Metal

Paper
Waxed Paper YES
Wood NO
Accessories

Corning ware
Heat resistant glass ware
Glass ware with metal decoration
Lead crystal glass

Without metal decoration

Microwave oven heat-proof wear
Plastic wrap

Metal baking pan
Aluminium foil*

Cups, plates, towels

Turntable
Turntable support

YES
YES

NO
NO

YES

YES
YES

NO

YES
YES

YES
YES

YES: Utensils and accessories to use
NO: Utensils and accessories to avoid

*NOTE: Use aluminium foil onl y for shielding purposes, overu se may cause arcing.

Technical data

Overall dimension Width

Depth 376 mm

Height 292 mm

Cavity dimension Width

Depth 355 mm

Height 220 mm

520 mm

349 mm

Power source

Fuse

Power consumption

Microwave (Power)

Weight

Volume

230 V, 50 Hz
10 A
1450W
900W
19 kg
28 litre

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GETTING STARTED

Unpacking

N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that the
product is free from damage. Damage or any missing
parts must be reported immediately to the retailer.
The oven, parts of the oven or the accessories may
be wrapped by a protection foil. If so, you must
remove this foil before using the oven. Do not leave
packing material so that small children can play with
it. This can be hazardous.

Installation

1. Remove any promotion label from the door.

2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. The
surface must be strong enough to safely bear the
weight (19 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To
avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise
the oven must be in a stable position.

3. Keep the oven away from heat and water.
Exposure to heat and water can lower oven
efficiency and lead to malfunctioning, so be sure
to install the oven away from heat and water
sources.

4. Do not block air vents on the top and the sides of
the cabinet and also do not place any articl es on
the top of the oven. If air vents are blocked during
operation, the oven may overheat, and this may
lead to malfunctioning. Hot air escapes from the
vents, so be sure not to obstruct it or let curtains
come between the oven and the rear wall.

5. Place the oven as far away from radios and TV’s

as possible. Some interference may occur if it is
placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them
as far apart as possible.

6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least
5,0 cm from the walls to meet ventilation
demands.

Connecting to the mains

The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug
for 230V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. Earth
protection minimises the risks should a short-circuit
occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the oven
matches the supply.

N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an
extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.

WARNING! This appliance must not be used on a
non-earth protected power supply.

Contact an electrician if you are uncertai n regarding
electrical connection of the oven or provision of earth
protection of the supply.

This appliance must be earthed. If this appliance is
fitted with a non-rewireable plug for which your socket
is unsuitable, the plug should be cut off and the
appropriate plug fitted. If it is necessary to change the
fuse in a non-rewireable plug, the fuse cover must be
refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug
must not be used until a replacement is obtained.

Electrical connections

This appliance come fitted with a standard 2 pin
moulded Euro plug

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should
this safety measure not be observed.

Important! The oven can be placed almost anywhere
in the kitchen. Make sure the oven is placed on a f lat,
level surface and that vents as well as the surface
underneath the oven are not blocked (for suff icient
ventilation).

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not

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suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off
and the appropriate plug fitted.

Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. The cut off
plug should then be disposed of to prevent t he
hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a
socket in another part of your home.

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The Microwave and Accessories

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5

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Name and function of parts Turntable Installation

1. Cooking compartment. Wipe the compartment
clean after using the oven.

2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while t he
microwave oven is in operation.

3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly
closed while cooking.

4. Latch hook, Safety interlock system.

5. Control panel.

6. Drive shaft for turntable

7. Turntable. Made of special heat-resistant glass.
Food in a suitable container is placed on this tray
for cooking. Do not use the oven without the
turntable.

8. Turntable support. Place the support on the f loor
of the cooking chamber to support the turntable.

1. Place the turntable support on the cavity Bottom.

2. Place the turntable on top of the turnta ble support
as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable
hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never

place the turntable upside down.

• Both turntable and turntable support must always be
used during cooking.

• All food and containers of food are always placed on
this turntable for cooking.

• This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise;
this is normal.

Turntable

Roller rest

Turntable Shaft

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CONTROL PANEL

1. Display window - showing time of day,
operating mode and cooking time.

2. Auto Defrost by weight.

1. Poultry

2. Meat

3. Fish

3. Memory. To save a frequently used
programme.

4. Time. For setting cook time.

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5. Auto Cook.

1. Baked Potatoes

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6. Auto Start. To set a start time.

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7. Hold Warm. Keep food warm for up to 30 mins.

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8. Beverage. To automatically heat up drinks.

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9. Number pad. To enter time, weight and power.

2. Reheat (Plated Meals)

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10. Power. To set power.

11. Clock. To set the time.

12. Start.

13. Clear/Pause.

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How to operate your microwave oven.

Pause/Clear

If you would like to stop the oven during cooking
without opening the door, touch Pause/Clear ONCE.
To continue cooking, touch Start. Should food be
removed from the oven before the set cooking time
is completed, touch Pause/Clear TWICE.

You can turn off the oven during cooking, to stir or re­arrange food. There are two ways of doing so;

1. Just open the door, the safety mechanisms stop
microwave power. To continue cooking, close the
door and touch Start.

2. Touch Pause/Clear (
door. To continue cooking, close the door and
touch Start.

) ONCE, and open the

Setting the clock

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or
when p
the display window will flash " 0:00".

ower resumes after a power Interruption,

Child safety lock

This oven has a safety feature whic h prevents the
Accidental running of the oven by a chi ld. After the
lock has been set, no part of the microwave oven will
operate until the child lock feature has been
cancelled.

To set:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (
of day only is displayed

2. Touch ’ 0 ’ button.

3. Touch Start (
displayed

To cancel the child lock, simply repeat the setting
procedure. Loc disappears and the time of day
Display reappears in the window.

) button 5 times, Loc will be

) button so that the time

Example: To set 4.30

1. Touch the Clear/Pause buttton ( ) and then

the Clock ( ) buttons. Set the desired time

2. Touch the Clock button (
and start the clock running.

If you need to change the time of day after
setting, press the clo ck butto n, the numbers in
the display window wi ll flash. You can then set
the time as above.

Example: To change th e time to 15. 45

1. Press and the Clock button (

the display window will flash.

2. Set the desired time (12 hour format) using the
number pad.

3. Touch the Clock button (
and start the clock running.

) to lock in the time

). The numbers in

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Microwave cooking

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to
cook food for a desired time. In addition to the
maximum power level, you can select different
microwave power from 10 levels, Hi W(900W) to 90W
for the foods that require slower cooking.

Example: To cook at 450W for 1 min 30 sec’s:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch the time button (

3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button (

5. Set the desired power (450W = 5) by pressing button ’ 5 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch Start (

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Foods with high moisture content should be cooked
on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking
method and best maintains the natural flavour and
texture of the foods.

 The Microwave oven is automatically set to 900W(HiW). If this power level is required for cooking,

you may set the time and then press start (You do not need to select t he required power) At the end of
the cooking time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and oven lig ht will
continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell so unds are heard. ’ End ’ will appear in the display window.
After the cooking time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display window to the time of
day.

Microwave setting guide

Power Setting Suggested use

90W PL-1 Keeping warm : Keeping foods warm
180W PL-2 Defrost : Thawing frozen foods.
270W PL-3 Simmer : Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts.

Casseroles and stews.

360W PL-4 Medium Low : Baked custards or cheesecakes.
450W PL-5 Medium : Faster defrosting for casseroles and stews.
540W PL-6 Medium Hi : Baking cakes and sponge puddings
630W PL-7 Reheat Low : Reheating of casseroles and stews..
720W PL-8 Reheat : Reheating pre-cooked foods.
810W PL-9 Reheat Hi : Roasting joints of meat and poultry.
900W PL-10 Max Power: Boiling or reheating liquids. Cooking vegetables.

Preheating a browning dish.

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Microwave cooking in two or three stages

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to
cook food for a desired time at different power levels.
In addition to the maximum power level, you can
select different microwave power from 10 levels,
HiW(900W) to 90W for the foods that require slower
cooking.

Example: To cook at 450W for 1 min 30 sec’s, then at 900W for 7min.

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch the time button (

3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button (

5. Set the desired power (450W = 5) by pressing button ’ 5 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch the time button (

7. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 7 ’ , ’ 0 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

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Foods with high moisture content should be cooked
on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking
method and best maintains the natural flavour and
texture of the foods.

8. Touch the power button (

9. Set the desired power (900W = 10) by pressing button ’ 1 ’ then ’ 0 ’on the number pad.

10. Touch Start (

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 If you wish to cook in three stages, simply repeat steps 2, 3, 4 and 5 before you press the start button.

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Manual defrosting

For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost feature), use 180W. To speed up the defrosting of
dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on Hi W(900W)
180W until defrosting is complete.

Example: To defrost at 180W for 8 min 30 sec’s:.

power for 1- 3 minutes, then reduce to

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch the time button (

3. Set the desired time by pressing butt ons ’ 8 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button (

5. Set the desired power (180W = 2) by pressing button ’ 2 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch Start (

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 At the end of the defrosting time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and

oven light will continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are heard. ’ End ’ will appear in the
display window. After the defrosting time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display
window to the time of day.

Defrosting Tips

1. It is better to underestimat e def rosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost durin g the

standing time.

2. Separate food as soon as possible.

3. Turn large items, e.g. joints , halfway through the defrost ing time, or at pause.

4. Remove any thawed food as soon as poss ible.

5. Remove or open any packaging before defrosting.

6. Place food in a larger container than that which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.

7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side down and turn over halfway through defrosting time or at pause.

Delicate areas such as wing tips can be shielded with small pieces of smooth foil.

8. Standing time is very important, particularly for large, dense foods which cannot be stirred to ensure

that the centre is completely def r ost ed before cooking.

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Memory Cooking

If you often cook or reheat the same types of dishes, you can st ore the cooking times and functions in the
oven’s memory, so that you do not have to reset them each time. You can store one cooking.

Example : To set memory

1. Touch the Memory (

2. Set your cooking programme as usual.

3. Touch memory (

The oven will beep and the display reverts to the time of day. Your settings are now stored in the oven’s
memory.

To store different settings simply repeat setting procedure.

Example : To use memory

1. Touch memory (

2. Touch start (

time in the display will count down. )

) button. ( The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating. Cooking starts and the

) button.

) button.

) button. Storing settings in the oven’s memory appears in the display.

Hold Warm

The Hold Warm function is used to keep food warm for a maximum of 30 minutes
(in steps of 10 minutes) after cooking has finished.

Example : To set the Hold Warm function

1. Set your cooking programme as usual.

2. Touch Hold Warm (

) button. (Once for 10 mins. Twice for 20 mins and three times for 30 mins.)

This function allows you to program a start time for your cook ing (Up to 11 hours and 59 minutes in advance.)

Example : To set Auto Start

1. Set your cooking programme as usual.

2. Touch the Auto Start (

3. Enter the desired start time using the number pad.

4. Touch Start (

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) button.

 If the oven door is opened before the cook time has started you will have to press the start button again

once the door has been closed. Some foods may spoil if left at room temperature for too long.

 Hold Warm can only be used with one stage microwave cookin g.

Auto Start

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Auto Programmes

The Auto Programme features allow you to simply and aut omatically cook or defrost a range of popular fo ods.
Your oven offers the following Auto programmes.

Programme Microwave mode Quantity Display

Defrost Poultry Microwave Only 0.1kg – 3.0kg de f1
Defrost Meat Microwave Only 0.1kg – 2.0kg de f2
Defrost Fish Microwave Only 0.1kg – 2.0kg de f3
Baked Potatoes Microwave O nly 1, 2 or 3 potatoes. SA -1 (PO1, PO2, PO3)
Reheat Plated meals Microwave Only Small, Medium SA -2

or large meals.

Beverage Microwave Only 1, 2 or 3 mugs CU P1, CU P2, CU P3

Baked Potatoes

To automatically cook potatoes, you simply press the ' Auto Cook ' ( ) button once followed by
the ' 1 ' button on the number pad. You may now press numbers ' 1 ' , ' 2 ' or ' 3 ' on the number pad
depending on the number of potatoes requ ired, once this has been done you can press Start (

Reheat Plated meals

To automatically reheat a plated meal, you simply pre ss the ' Auto Cook ' ( ) button once followed by
the ' 2 ' button on the number pad. You may now press numbers ' 1 ' , ' 2 ' ,' 3 ' , ' 4 ' or ' 5 ' on the
number pad depending on the size of the plat ed meal ( ' 1 ' for a small meal, ' 5 ' for a very large meal ),
once this has been done you can press Start (

Beverage

To automatically heat up a drink, you simply press the ' Beverage ' ( ) button ( once for 1 cup, twice
for 2 cups and three times for 3 cups ), once this has been done you can press Start (

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Auto Programmes Examples

Example: To automatically cook 2 potato es:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch the Auto cook button (

3. Press number ’ 1 ’ on the number pad to select the potato function.

4. Press number ’ 2 ’ on the number pad to select two potatoes.

5. Touch Start (

Example: To Reheat an average sized plated meal:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch the Auto cook button (

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3. Press number ’ 2 ’ on the number pad to select the Reheat plated meal function.

4. Press number ’ 3 ’ on the number pad. This will give you three minutes of cook time.

5. Touch Start (

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 At the end of the cooking time, the microwave pow er will automatically stop. The cooling fan and

oven light will continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are h eard. ’ End ’ will appear in the
display window. After the cooking time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display window
to the time of day.

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Auto Programmes (Auto Defrost)

Auto Defrost by Weight is an accurate defrosting meth od for frozen meat, poultry or fish.

Example: To defrost 1.7 kg of Poultry:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch Auto Weight Defrost button once (

3. Set the desired weight ( 1.7 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ then ’ 7 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start (

Example: To defrost 0.8 kg of Meat:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch Auto Weight Defrost button twice (

3. Set the desired weight ( 0.8 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 0 ’ then ’ 8 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start (

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Example: To defrost 1.2 kg of Fish:

1. Touch Pause/Clear (

2. Touch Auto Weight Defrost button three times (

3. Set the desired weight ( 1.2 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ then ’ 2 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start (

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 The Auto Defrost function cam be used in conjunct ion with two and three stage cooking. Auto D ef rost

can only be set for the first stage. Follow the instructions for two and three stage cooking to add an
extra cooking stage.

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Recommendations for Defrosting (Using 180W)

Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using the power setting.

FOOD PREPARATION (180W)

Bread

Small loaf

Sliced large loaf

2 slices Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.

1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.

2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper. 1–11/2 min. 5 min.

Cakes and Pastry

Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packagin g, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.

Cheesecake

450g/1 lb

Pie (cooked)

450g/1 lb

Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.

Butter

250g/8.8 oz

(1 packet)

Fruit

225g/8 oz

Soft berry fruits

450g/1 lb

Soft berry fruits

Plated meal

400g/14 oz

Vegetables

Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.

Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.

Remove from packaging, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.
Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.

If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a
plate

Place in a single layer in a shallow dish. 5– 6 min. 5–10 min.
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.

Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film.
To reheat, microwave on 100% (900W)for 3–4 minutes.

It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before cooking.
All vegetables can be thawed and cooked on
100% (900W)

8–10 min. 10–15 min.

10–13 min. 10 min

3– 4 min. 5–10 min.

7– 8 min. 5–10 min.

7– 8 min 5–10 min.

STANDING

TIME

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Microwave Tips

Microwave Hints

Always keep the oven clean – avoid spill-overs

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and do not forget to clean under the glass tray
and the inside of the door.
Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid

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when cooking in your microwave oven.
Do not use metal or metal decorated casseroles.

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Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped
by hot food.
Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a

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plate or grease proof paper.
Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted

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directly in a bread basket or on a paper towel.
If frozen food is heated in its packaging, the

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packaging should be opened. Packaging
containing metal or metal decoration must not be
used unless specifically recommended for use in
the microwave. Remove metal clips and wire ties.
Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used to

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cover parts that easily over cook such as chicken
legs.
Food with peel or skin should be pierced with a

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fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages. Do not bo il
eggs in the microwave oven as they can explode.
Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of the

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casserole and try to cut the food in to even sized
pieces. Always place the food in the centre of the
oven.
The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it

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a few times.
Always set a shorter cooking time than indicated

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in your recipe to avoid over cooking. The larger
the amount of food the longer it takes.
Use little or no water for vegetables.

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Use less salt and spices than for ‘normal’ cooking.

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Season afterwards.

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Allow a few minutes ‘standing’ time after the ove n

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has switched off to ensure complete and even
cooking results.
Always ensure food is piping hot throughout

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before serving.
Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and

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food from the oven.

Softening Honey

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If you have a jar of honey which has
crystallised, remove lid and place the jar in the
oven, microwave on medium power for 2
minutes.

Melting Chocolate

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Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in
a bowl and heat on high power for 1-2
minutes and stir well.

Softening or Melting Butter

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Melting takes a few seconds on high power.
Softening is best done more gently on low
power.

Freshen or Warm Bread

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Use medium power for few seconds.

Peeling Garlic easily

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Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for
15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the
clove pops out.

Fruit Juice

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Citrus fruits will yield more juice if they are
heated on high power for 15 seconds before
squeezing.

Cooking Porridge

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Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish
with no sticky pan to wash. Follow food
manufacturers’ recommendations.

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Care and cleanin

The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spillovers or spatters will attract microwave energy
causing it to burn on. This could reduce the effici ency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not at tempt
to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of t he oven. Repairs should only be done by a
qualified service technician.

Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.

Cleaning the accessories (turntable and su

Clean them with mild detergent after removing them fr om the cavity. The turntable support should be caref ully
handled.

CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use.

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Cleaning the interior

Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spill-overs and food spatters immediately. Dep osits that are
allowed to remain on the oven walls, door sea l and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the
efficiency of the oven, and possibly damage the oven interior. Use mild, liquid detergent , warm water and a
soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.

NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON
ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN.

To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water i n t he microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.

NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE DEPOSITS FROM OVEN SURFACES.

To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of wat er plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.

Cleaning the exterior

Open the oven door when cleaning the cont rol panel. This will prevent the oven from being turned on
accidentally. You should clean outside surfaces of the oven with mild liquid detergent and water followed by a
wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry wit h a soft cloth.

Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kit c hen cleaners can also be used. Never use abrasive
cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on outside surfaces of your oven. To prevent damage to the
working parts, do not allow water to seep into v entilation openings.

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After-sales service and spare parts

If the appliance does not work correctly, carry out
the following checks first before contacting the
local After-Sales Service Centre.

If the oven does not start:

• Check that the appliance is connected to the mains.

• Check that the plug is pushed in properly.

• If appropriate, replace the fuse in the plug by

another of the same rating and check that the plug
is wired correctly.

• Check that any switch, at the wall socket or
elsewhere in the circuit, is ON.

• Check that the wall socket is working by plugging in
something else that you know is working.

• Check the fuse in the fuse-box.

If the microwaves are not operating:

• The child security feature might have been set
(available on some models)

• Check that the controls have been set correctly.

• Check the adjustments/procedures by referring to

the instruction manual.

• Check that the door is closed properly. (If particles
of food or other things remain stuck in the doorway,
the door will not close correctly and the microwave
oven will not operate.)

• Check that the Start button is activated.

If the oven still does not work properly after the above
checks, contact the local Electrolux After-Sales Service
Centre. The address can be found on the following
pages of this user guide.

When you make your call to the After-Sales Service
Centre, you will be asked for the following information:

1. Your name, address and postcode

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details about the fault

4. The model number

5. The serial number

6. The purchase date
We advise you to write down the information below so
that you will have the details to hand:

Model number: EME2820

Serial number:

P.N.C:

Purchase date:

If your appliance is still under guarantee, you must
be sure that the necessary checks have been made,
because a technician call-out charge will be levied if
the problem is not mechanical or electrical.

Please note that your proof of purchase will be
required for any call-out made during the guarantee
period.

Spare parts

Spare parts can be purchased through your After-Sales
Service Centre.

Customer service

IMPORTANT :
If you call out a technician for one of the above
faults or to repair a fault caused by incorrect
installation or operation, you will be charged for this
call-out even if the appliance is still under
guarantee.

For all general enquiries about your Electrolux appliance
or for other information on Electrolux products, contact
our Customer Service centre by mail or telephone.

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