Electrolux EMS2321 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
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Model EMS2321
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Contents
Before using you r mi crowave oven 4
– Utensil safety 4 – Testing suitability of cookware 5 – Food safety 5 – Oven utensils and accessories gui de 6
Technical data 6
Getting Started 7
– Unpacking 7
Installation 7
– Connecting to the mains 7
How to operate your micro wave oven 8
– Name and function of parts 8 – Turntable Installation 8 – Control panel 9 – Microwave cooking 10 – Microwave Power setting Guide 10 – Defrosting instructions using 80W 11 – Auto Defrost 12 – Defrosting Tips 12 – Microwave Hints 13 – Care and cleaning 14 – Cleaning the accessories (turntable and support) 14 – Cleaning the interior 14 – Cleaning the exterior 14
Guarantee Conditions 15
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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 n ew kit c hen appliances, it will t ake some time to learn all the new functions and features, but with time, t his oven will become indispensabl e t o you.
Before using your Microwave Oven
Read through the instruction manual carefully. In order that you can get the best from your new Electrolux Microwave Oven, the following instructions have been prepared. Please make sure you read them carefully. It is important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for future reference. Should t he appliance be sold or transferred to another ow ner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the app liance or that the new owner can be ac quainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. Please ensure you have read the whole instruction book before using t he appliance and that you follow the recommendations given.
Safety Instructions
• The built-in safety interlock swit ches prevent the 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 exposur e t o microwave energy.
• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See t he Cleaning and Care section for cleaning instructions.
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by qualified service personnel.
• It is particularly important t hat the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latc hes (broken or insecure), (3) door seals and seal ing surface.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause i njury or serious malfunctioning. Co nt act 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 industr ial 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 e nergy, the magnetron tube can be damage d.
• Close supervision is necessary when the oven is used by children.
• Do not store this appliance out doors. Do not use this product near water.
• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in the microwave oven. These items can ig nite.
• Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking ut ensils, 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 micro wave energy will not heat most glass and ceramic items, these ut ensils can become hot as heat transfers from the food to the container. The use of oven gloves t o remove dishes is recommended.
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Testing suitability of cookware Food safety
• Place the cookware in the microwave a long with a glass half full of water. Heat on 800 W (100%) for one minute. If the cookware feels hot , you should 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 f or microwave cooking.
• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates, cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardbo ard 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 f at or sugar content since these foods reach high temperatures and could melt some plastics. Do not leave oven unatt ended, and look at it from
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time to time when heating or cooking food in plastic, paper or other combustible cont ainers. If smoke is observed, keep door closed, switch the oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops. Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim
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should not be used in the microwav e oven, unless specifically recommended for microwave use. Containers with restricted openings, such as
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bottles, should not be used for microw ave cooking. Use caution when removing a lid or cover fr om a
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dish to avoid steam burns.
Do not heat food in a can in the microw ave oven.
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Always remove the food to a suitable co nt ainer. Deep fat frying should not be done in the
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microwave oven, because the fat t emperature cannot be controlled, hazardous sit uations can result. Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,
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but only in special packages or uten sils designed specifically for this purpose. This cooking operation should never be unat tended. 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 p oint can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. T o prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken:
1. Avoid using straight-sided cont ainers with narrow necks.
2. Do not overheat.
3. Stir the liquid before placin g the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time.
4. After heating, allow to st and in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container.
Some products such as whole eggs and seal ed
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containers – for example, closed glass jars – may explode and should not be heat ed in t his oven. Occasionally, poached eggs may ex plode during cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then cover and allow the standing time of one minut e before removing cover.
NOTE:
Do not force the turntable to rot at e by hand. This
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may cause malfunctioning. Arcing in the oven during microwave operation
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usually occurs from use of metallic utensils. Continuous arcing, howev er, can damage the unit. Stop the programme and check the ut ensil. 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 co mmercial purposes.
This oven is made for d o mestic use only.
Keep these instructions
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Oven utensils and accessories guide
A variety of Utensils and Materials may be us ed for cooking in your microwave oven. For your saf ety and to prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose appropriate ut ensils and materials for each cooking method.
The list below is a general gu ide.
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 we ar Plastic wrap
Metal baking pan Aluminium foil*
Cups, plates, towels
Turntable Turntable support
YES YES
NO NO
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YES YES
NO
YES YES
YES YES
YES: Utensils and accessories to use NO: Utensils and accesso ries to avoid
*NOTE: Use alumini um foil only for shielding p urposes, overuse may cause arcing.
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GETTING STARTED
Unpacking
N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that t he product is free from damage. Damage or a ny missing parts must be reported immediate ly t o t he retailer. The oven, parts of the oven or the accessori es 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 chil dren can play with it. This can be hazardous.
Installation
1. Remove any promotion label from the door.
2. Install the oven on a f lat , level surface. The surface must be strong enough to safely be ar the weight (17.5 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 fr om heat and water. Exposure to heat and water can lower oven efficiency and lead to malfuncti oning, 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 articles 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. This oven does conform to EEC requirements* of radio interference suppression, but some interference may occur if it is placed t oo 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 ventilat ion demands.
Important! The oven can be plac ed almost anywhere in the kitchen. Make sure the oven is placed on a flat, level surface and that vents as well as the surf ace underneath the oven are not blocked (for sufficient ventilation).
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 t he oven matches the supply.
N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the cord is earth ed.
WARNING! This appliance must not be used on a non-earth protected power supp ly.
Contact an electrician if you are uncertain regarding electrical connection of t he 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, t he fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obt ained.
Electrical connections
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liabili t y should this safety measure not b e ob served .
If the plug that is fit t ed 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
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plug should then be disposed of t o prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.
* This appliance conforms to the requirements of EEC Radio Interference Direct ive 87/ 308/EEC.
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How to operate your microwave oven
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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 the microwave oven is in operation.
3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly closed while cooking.
4. Latch hook & Safety interlock syst em.
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 floor of the cooking chamber to support the turntable.
1. Place the turntable support on t he cavit y Bottom.
2. Place the turntable on top of the turntable 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 sup port must always be used during cooking.
• All food and containers of food are a lways placed on this turntable for cooking.
• This turntable rotates clockwise and a nt iclockwise; this is normal.
Turntable
Roller rest
Turntable Shaft
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Display Window
To view either Cook time or Power level
2. Start Button
To start your microwave
3. Stop/Clear
To stop or pause your Microwave
4. Power setting button
To set the desired power level Power + increases from 10% - 100% Power - decreases from 100% - 10%
5. Setting control knob
To set the desired time or to set auto def rost
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MICROWAVE COOKING
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable. Close the door.
2. Press the Power setting button until the desired power level is reached.(See t able below.)
3. Set the desired time by turning the setting control knob clockwise.
4. Press Start (The oven begins cooking.)
Example: To cook at 50% (400W) fo r 15 minutes
1. Touch the Power + butt on three times (50% should now be showing in the display window) .
2. Turn the sett ing cont rol knob until 15:00 is shown in the display window.
3. Press start. The Oven will now start cook ing.
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the Stop/Clear button.
Note: After use, be sure to press th e Sto p/Clear button Twice as this will ensure that you have reset the microwave.
Note: 1 The Micro+ button will i n crease microwave
power from 10% to 100%
2 The Micro- button will decrease microwave
power from 100% to 10%
Manual Defrosting
For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost Feature), Use 80W. To speed up the defrosting of dense f oods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on 800W (100%) power for 1 - 3 minutes, then reduced to 800W until defrosting is complete.
Example: To defrost at 10% (80W) for 6 minutes
4. Touch the Power + butt on once (10% should now be showing in t he display window) .
5. Turn the sett ing cont rol knob until 6:00 is shown in the display window.
6. Press start. The Oven will now start def ros t ing.
Microwave Power setting Guide
Power Setting Suggested use 80W 240W 30% Simmer; Completing the cooki ng cycle of some pot roasts.
400W 50% Medium; Faster defrosting and reheating for casseroles and
560W 70% Reheat; Reheating pre-co oked f oods.
800W 100% Max Power; Boiling or reheating liquids.
Defrost; Thawing frozen foods.
Casseroles and stews. Baked custards or cheesecakes.
stews. Baking cakes and sponge puddings
Roasting joints of meat and po ultry.
Cooking vegetables. Preheating a browning dish.
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Defrosting instructions using 80W
Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using t his power setting.
FOOD PREPARATION (80W) Bread
Small loaf
Sliced large loaf
2 slices Place on kitchen paper. 55–60 sec. 5 min.
1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper. 55–60 sec. 5 min.
2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper. 2–21/2 min. 5 min.
Cakes and Pastry
Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 19–21 min. 15–30 min.
Cheesecake
450g/1 lb
Pie (cooked)
450g/1 lb
Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 17– 19 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 defrost ing t ime.
Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper. Turn over halfway through defrost ing t ime.
Remove from packaging, place on plate. 19–21 min. 15–30 min. Remove from packaging, place on plate. 17– 19 min. 15–30 min.
If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a plate
Place in a single layer in a sha llow dish. 15– 16 min. 5–10 min. Place in a single layer in a sha llow dish.
Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling f ilm. To reheat, microwave at 100% (800W)f or 3–4 minutes.
It is not necessary to defrost vegetables bef ore cooking. All vegetables can be thawed and cooked at 100% (800W)
18–20 min. 10–15 min. 20–23 min. 10 min
13– 14 min. 5–10 min.
17– 18 min. 5–10 min.
17– 18 min 5–10 min.
STANDING
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Automatic Defrost
1. Open the door, place the food on the turntable. Close the door.
2. Set the desired weight by turning the setting control knob anti - clockwise. The oven will now be in defrost mode.
3. Press Start (The oven begins defrosting.)
NOTE : During Auto Defrost the oven will automatically select th e required microwave power and
defrost time.
NOTE : The maximum weigh t setting for Auto Defrost is 2kg (2000g)
If you wish to defrost any item of food which is larger than this, then it is recommended that the item be split into two or more p i eces of equal size. If the item cannot be split then you should not defrost it in this microwave.
Example: To automatical l y d efrost 700g of food.
1. Turn the sett ing cont rol knob, anti - clockwise until 0.7kg is sho wn in t he display window.
To turn off the oven during cooking, simply touch the Stop/Clear button.
NOTE : After use, be sure to press the Stop/Clear button Twice as this will ensure that you have reset the microwave.
2. Press start. The Oven will now start def ros t ing.
Defrosting Tips
1. It is bett er t o underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the standing time.
2. Separate food as soon as possible.
3. Turn large items, e. g. joints, halfway through the d efrosting time.
4. Remove any thawed food as soon as possible.
5. Remove or open any packaging before defrosting.
6. Place food in a larger co ntainer than that which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.
7. Begin thawing p oultry, 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 f oil.
8. Standing time is very important, particularly for large, dense f oods which cannot be stirred to ensure t hat the centre is completely defrosted bef ore cooking.
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Microwave Tips
Microwave Hints
Always keep the oven clean – avoid spillovers
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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 an d 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 boil 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 t o even sized pieces. Always place the food in the cent re 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 indicat ed
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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’ co oking.
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Season afterwards.
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Allow a few minutes ‘standing ’ time after the oven
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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 po wer. Softening is best done more gent ly 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 f or 15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until t he 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 bef ore squeezing.
Cooking Porridge
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Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish with no sticky pan to wash. Follow f ood manufacturers’ recommendatio ns.
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Care and cleanin
The oven must always be clean. Residu e of food from spillovers or spatters wil l at tract microwave energy causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repa irs to any part of the 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 support)
Clean them with mild deterge nt after removing them from the cavity. T he turntable support should be careful ly handled.
CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use.
Cleaning the interior
Always keep the inside of the oven clea n. Wipe up spillovers and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal 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 depos its, boil a cup of water in the microwave ov en f or 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 water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.
Cleaning the exterior
Open the oven door when cleaning the control panel. This wil l prevent the oven from being turned on accidentally. You should clean out side surfaces of the oven with mild li quid detergent and water followed by a wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.
Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kitchen cleaners can also be us ed. Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on out side surfaces of your oven. To prevent damage to t he working parts, do not allow water to seep into ventilation openings.
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Electrolux offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance:
1. The guarantee is valid for 24 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does n ot cover commercial use.
2. The guarantee covers all parts or components which f ail due t o faulty workmanship or faulty material. The guarantee does not cover appliance s where defects or poor performance are due to misuse, accidental damage, neglect, faulty installation, unauthorised modification or attempt ed repair, commercial use or failure to observe requirement s and recommendations set out in the instruct ion book. This guarantee does not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassware, or plastic.
3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform t he nearest customer service office (ELECTROLUX’s service or authorised agent). ELECTROLUX reserves the right to stipulate the p lace of repair (i.e. the customer’s home, place of installatio n or ELECT RO LUX workshop).
4. The guarantee or free replacement includes both labour and materials.
5. Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the g uarantee period for the appliance. Parts removed during guarantee repairs becom e t he property of ELECTROLUX.
6. The Purchaser’s statutory rights are not af fected by this guarantee.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country wit hin Europe then your guarantee mov es wit h you to your new home subject to the following q ualifications:
• The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product
• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and part s as exists in the new
country of use for this brand or range of products
• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user
• Your new home is within the Europe an Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area
• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a
normal household
• The product is installed taking int o account regulations in your new count ry
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure t hat the local Service Organisatio n is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.
France Senlis +33 (0) 3 44 62 20 13 Germany
Italy Pordenone +39 (0) 800117511 Sweden Stockholm +46 (0) 20 78 77 50 UK Slough +44 (0) 1753 21 9898
Nürnberg +49 (0) 800 234 7378
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