Emerson MW8780SS User Manual

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to

Excessive Microwave Energy..............................1

Important Safety Instructions...............................2

Safety Precautions ..............................................3

Grounding Instructions ........................................4

Installation ...........................................................4

Care of Your Microwave Oven ............................5

How to Use Your Microwave Oven Safely ..........5

Location of Controls ............................................6

Operation.............................................................7

Setting the Clock ..........................................7

Defrost By Weight ........................................7

Speed Defrost ..............................................8

Cooking In One Stage ..................................8

2 Stage or 3 Stage Time Cooking ................8

Start/Stop Pad ..............................................8

Cook By Weight............................................9

Baked Potato Quick Cook Pad...................10

Pizza Quick Cook Pad................................10

Popcorn Quick Cook Pad ...........................11

Setting Popcorn Quick Pad to a

Different Time.............................................11

Beverage Quick Cook Pad .........................12

Frozen Dinner Quick Cook Pad..................12

Reheat Quick Cook Pad.............................13

Child Lock...................................................13

Setting the Timer ........................................14

To Stop the Oven While it is Operating.............14

Cooking Guide...................................................15

The Principles of Microwave Cooking ........15

Food Characteristics ..................................15

Microwave Techniques...............................15

Hot Snacks and Appetizers ........................16

Meats..........................................................17

Poultry ........................................................18

Seafood ......................................................18

Eggs & Cheese ..........................................19

Vegetables .................................................20

Sauces .......................................................21

Casseroles .................................................21

Sandwiches ................................................22

Pasta and Grains........................................22

Cereals .......................................................23

Convenience Foods ...................................23

Desserts .....................................................24

Weight & Measure Conversion Chart................24

Specifications ....................................................25

Before You Call for Service...............................25

Limited Warranty ...............................................26

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) 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.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue

to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the following: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

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

personnel.

CONTENTS

Read all instructions before using this

appliance.

Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS

TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found

on page 1.

This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 4.

Install or locate this appliance only in

accordance with the provided installation instructions.

Some products such as whole eggs and

sealed containers, for example, closed glass jars, may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

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.

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

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.

This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance.

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, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together when closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend

appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or

plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

(d) Do not use the cavity for storage

purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapors from such corrosive chemicals may interact with the contact and springs of the safety interlock switches thereby rendering them inoperable.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Use

Do NOT attempt to tamper with or make any

adjustments or repairs to door, control panel or any other part of the oven. Do NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs should only be done by qualified service personnel.

Do NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy.

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

Do NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. They may catch on fire.

Do NOT use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as they may ignite.

Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded on the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.

Avoid inserting nails, wire, etc. through any

holes in the unit during operation. Never insert a wire, nail or any other metal objects through the holes on the cavity or any other holes or gaps, because such objects may cause electric shock and microwave leakage.

Utensils

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

METAL TWIST-TIES may not be used in the microwave oven.

Do NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW

NECK bottles for cooking or reheating. They may shatter.

Do NOT use CONVENTIONAL THERMO-

METERS in the microwave oven. They may cause arcing.

Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before

cooking or defrosting foods in the oven.

For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper

cooking utensils, refer to the COOKING GUIDE on page 15.

Food

Never use your microwave oven for HOME

CANNING. The oven is not designed to permit proper canning. Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.

COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide are approximate. Factors that may affect cooking are starting temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of food and utensils used. As you become familiar with the oven, you will be able to adjust for these factors.

It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN

OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it can always be returned to the oven for further cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with minimum cooking times.

SMALL QUANTITIES of food or foods with

LOW MOISTURE content can burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.

Do NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may build up and the eggs may explode.

Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn

squash and sausage are some examples of food with NONPOROUS SKINS. These must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting.

POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper. Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield than conventional popping. Do not use oven for popcorn unless popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless it’s commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens. Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer.

Do NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.

HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed with air. Do not heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

1. Steady, flat location: When positioning the microwave oven, it should be set on a steady, flat surface.

2. Ventilation: Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause

oven failure. For proper ventilation, keep three inches of space between the oven’s top, sides, rear and the area where the unit is to be installed.

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

4. Temperature and moisture: Keep the oven away from hot air, steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to locate it, otherwise, the unit’s operation may be adversely affected, causing it to break down.

5. Power supply:

• Check your local power source. This microwave oven requires a 120V, 60Hz power supply.

• Use a receptacle that will accept the ground prong.

A. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a

longer cord. B. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. C. If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be

at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire

cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it

can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

6. Examine the oven for any damage such as: Dents, a misaligned door, broken door or a dent in the cavity. If any of the above are visible, DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT. Notify the dealer immediately.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service

person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three blade grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

When using a grounding adapter, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

When using a 3-pronged plug

3-pronged Receptacle

Grounding Lead

3-pronged plug

Receptacle Box Cover

Screw Receptacle

Grounding

Adapter

Receptacle

Box Cover

Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before cleaning.

Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended.

The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation slots.

If the Control Panel becomes dirty or wet,

clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on Control Panel.

If steam accumulates on both sides of the

oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and this is not an indication of a malfunction in the unit.

It is occasionally necessary to remove the

glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm, sudsy water or in a dishwasher.

The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry. The roller guide may be washed in mild, sudsy water or the dishwater.

Roller Guide

The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.

The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be used for cooking together with the Glass Tray.

Glass Tray

Do NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray in place.

Do NOT use any other Glass Tray with this oven.

If the Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW IT TO COOL before cleaning it or placing it in water.

Do NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.

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

a) It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks. b) Do not place any object between the oven face and the door or allow residue to accumulate on

sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealing area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.

c) When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child hanging on an open

door or any load which could cause the oven to fall forward and cause injury and damage to the door. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged, until it has been repaired by a qualified person. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the following: i) Door (bent), ii) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), iii) Door seals and sealing surfaces.

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

CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY

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1. Door latch – When the door is closed, it will automatically lock shut. If the door is opened while the oven is operating, the magnetron will automatically shut off.

2. Door seal – The door seal maintains the microwaves within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage.

3. Oven cavity

4. Spatter shield – Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of cooking foods.

5. Safety interlock system – Prevents the oven from operating while the door is opened.

6. Door Open button – Press to open the door and stop oven operation.

7. Glass cooking tray – Made of special heat resistant glass. The tray must always be in proper position before operating the oven. Do not cook food directly on the tray.

8. Roller guide – Supports the glass cooking tray. Must always be in proper position before operating the oven.

9. Door screen – Allows viewing of food. The screen is designed so that light can pass through, but not the microwaves.

10. Display – Cooking time, power level, function indicators and the present time are displayed.

11. Baked Potato pad – Touch to cook potatoes.

12. Popcorn pad – Touch to cook popcorn.

13. Frozen Dinner pad – Used to cook frozen dinners.

14. Beverage pad – Used to heat beverages.

15. Timer pad – Used to allow the display to operate as a kitchen timer.

16. Power pad – Used to set the desired cooking power level.

17. Defrost By Weight pad – Used to set the oven to estimate the defrosting time by weight entered.

18. Cook By Weight pad – Used to set the oven to estimate the cooking time by weight entered.

19. Clock pad – Touch to set the present time.

20. Start/Stop pad – Used to start or stop a selected operation.

21. Pizza pad – Touch to reheat precooked or cook frozen pizza.

22. Reheat pad –- Used to reheat plated foods.

23. Cook pad – Touch to set any desired cook setting.

24. Speed Defrost pad – Automatically divides the defrosting times into periods of alternating defrost and standing times for even defrosting.

25. 10 key pads – Used to select the desired power level, cooking time, etc.

26. Reset pad – Used to reset the cooking data if pressed before cooking starts.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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Popcorn Baked Potato Pizza

Frozen Dinner Reheat

Beverage

Power

Cook By

Weight

Clock 0 Reset

Timer Cook

Defrost By

Weight

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Start Stop

Speed

Defrost

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SETTING THE CLOCK

OPERATION

NOTES:

• To reset present time in the display window when the oven is off, touch the CLOCK pad and reset.

•A pad must be touched within 15 seconds when setting the clock, or entering cooking information.

• If you make a mistake when setting the time, touch the RESET pad.

• To recall the actual time while the oven is cooking or defrosting, simply touch the CLOCK pad and the display will show the actual time for three seconds.

1. Touch the CLOCK pad. The display will show “ENTER CLOCK TIME”. NOTE: When the unit is first plugged in, it will temporarily be in the clock set mode.

2. Enter the correct time of day. EXAMPLE: To set the time to “10:02”, touch “1”, “0”, “0”, “2” in sequence. The display will show the numbers pressed in the order in which you pressed them.

3. Touch the CLOCK pad. The display will show the present time and the colon will stop blinking. After the clock has been set, the time will appear unless the oven is cooking or defrosting.

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

DEFROST BY WEIGHT lets you easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. The minimum weight for Auto Weight Defrost is 1oz. The maximum weight is 6.0 lbs (entered as 5lbs, 16oz). Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.

IMPORTANT NOTE: After partial defrosting, the oven will stop defrosting and beep two times, but the time will remain

on the display. This pause is to allow you to turn and rearrange the food for even defrosting. After the food is turned and rearranged, press the START/STOP pad again.

1. Touch the DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.

2. Using the keypads, enter the pounds, and then enter the ounces. For example, for 1 pound 5 ounces, touch “1”, “0”, “5”. (Maximum weight that can be entered is 5lbs, 16oz.)

3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show “CODE” and “DEF” and count down the remaining defrosting time in minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show “End” when defrosting is completed (refer to Important Note above). Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear before starting another operation.

Clock

Start Stop

Cook By

Defrost By

Weight

Clock

Start Stop

ENTER TIME

CLOCK

ENTER TIME

CLOCK

Beverage

Frozen Dinner Reheat

Power

Timer Cook

Cook By

Weight

123

456

789

Clock

Speed

Defrost By

Weight

Defrost

Cook By

Defrost By

Weight

Reset

Start Stop

ENTER

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OPERATION (CONTINUED)

SPEED DEFROST

SPEED DEFROST will automatically set the oven to defrost at a time set by the user. This method provides the quickest thawing of small to medium size foods.

Baked Potato Popcorn Pizza

1. Touch the SPEED DEFROST pad.

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2. Using the key pads, enter the desired defrosting time (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).

3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show “DEF” and count down the remaining defrosting time in minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show “End” when defrosting is completed.

Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear before starting another operation.

COOKING IN ONE STAGE

Set a cooking or other operational time/power as follows:

1. Using the key pads, enter the desired cooking time (up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds).

2. Touch the POWER pad followed by a key pad to enter the power level (skip if cooking at 100%); see below. The display will show the percentage you chose.

3. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show “COOK” and count down the remaining cooking time in minutes and seconds. It will beep four times and show “End” when cooking is completed

Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear before starting another operation.

Number Pad % of Power

990 880 770 660 550 440 330 220 110

WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART

2 STAGE OR 3 STAGE TIME COOKING

For two stage cooking, instead of performing step 3, press the COOK pad and repeat steps 1 and 2 and then press the START/STOP pad; “MEM” will appear in the display. If desired, after setting two-stage cooking, press the SPEED DEFROST pad and enter the desired defrosting time, then press the START/STOP pad. When all stages have completed, four beeps will sound.

START/STOP PAD

To add a minute while the oven is cooking, simply press the START/STOP pad. (Woks only in Time Cooking and Speed Defrost.)

Beverage

Frozen Dinner Reheat

Power

Timer Cook

Cook By Weight

123

456

789

Clock

Speed

Defrost By

Weight

Defrost

Cook By

Defrost By

Weight

123

456

Reset

Start Stop

Cook By

Defrost By

Weight

Beverage

Frozen Dinner

Power

Timer

Cook By

Defrost By

Weight

ENTER TIME

DEF

Spe Defr

ENTER TIME

DEF

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ENTER COOK TIME

COOK

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Clock

Start Stop

COOK

Reset

OPERATION (CONTINUED)

COOK BY WEIGHT

COOK BY WEIGHT lets you easily roast meats in the oven as it will automatically set the times and power levels to give better results than one power only cooking. Meat must be defrosted and at refrigerated temperature. Meat Roasts approximately three to five pounds work best.

1. Touch the COOK BY WEIGHT pad. The display will show “ENTER CODE”.

2. Using the key pads, select the desired code that corresponds to the type of food you are cooking according to the chart at the right.

3. Using the key pads, enter the pounds, then enter the ounces. For example, for 1 pound 5 ounces, touch “1”, “0”, “5”. (Maximum ounces that can be entered is 16.) The cooking time will appear.

NOTES:

• After partial cooking, the oven will stop cooking and beep two times, but the time will remain on the display. This

pause is to allow you to turn and rearrange the food for even cooking. After the food is turned and rearranged, press the START/STOP pad again.

• Let the roast stand a few minutes to finish cooking before serving

Code Roast Type Int. Temp after Recommended

Standing Max Weight 1 Roast Beef Rare 140° 5lb, 16oz 2 Beef or Lamb Medium 160° 5lb, 16oz 3 Pork Well Done 170° 5lb, 4oz

4. Touch the START/STOP pad. The display will show “CODE” and “COOK” and will count down the remaining cooking time in minutes and seconds and will beep four times when cooking is completed.

Touch the RESET pad or open the door to clear

before starting another operation.

Beverage

Frozen Dinner Reheat

Power

Timer Cook

Defrost By

Weight

Speed Defrost

Cook By

Weight

123

456

ENTER CODE

Cook By

Defrost By

WeightSD

Weight

456

789

Clock

Reset

Start Stop

ENTER

LB OZ

CODE COOK

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