Emerson MW8785SS User Manual

WAVE OVEN700W MICRO

OWNER’S MANUAL

MW8785SS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the
following:
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to
excessive microwave energy:

Read all instructions before using this
appliance.

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Read and follow the specific

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“PRECAUTIONSTO
AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO

Do not operate this appliance if it has a

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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

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

Do not cover or block any openings on this
appliance.

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Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

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Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a kitchen sink, inawet
basement, or near a swimming pool, or
similar location.

Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

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EXCESSIVE

Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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MICROW A V E
ENERGY”

This appliance must be grounded. Connect

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only toaproperly grounded outlet. See

found on page 1.

“GROUNDING

Do not let cord hang over edge of table or

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counter.
When cleaning surfaces of door and oven

that come together when closing the door,

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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:

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INSTRUCTIONS”

found on page 5.
Install or locate this appliance only in

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accordance with the provided installation
instructions.

Some products such as whole eggs and

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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

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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

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necessary whe

n used by children.

(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 fro

plastic bags before placing bag in
oven.

If materials inside the oven

(c)

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

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corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides
and chlorides). Vapors from such corrosive
chemicals may interact with the contact and

m paper or

ignite,

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

springs of the safety interlock switches,
thereby rendering them inoperable.

Keep the spatter shield clean at all times.
Wipe the oven interior withasoft damp cloth

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after each use. If you leave grease or fat
anywhere in the cavity it may overheat, smoke
or even catch fire when next using the oven.

Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able

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to be overheated beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling due to
surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling
or boiling when container is removed from

the microwave oven is not always present.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT
LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Use

Do NOT attempt to tamper with or make any
adjustments or repairs to door, control panel or

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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

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microwave energy will reflect continuously
throughout the oven if no food or water is
present to absorb energy.

Ifafire occurs in the oven, touch the

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Stop/Clear button 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

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other materials in the oven. They may catch on
fire.

Do NOT use recycled paper products.
Recycled paper towels, napkins and waxed

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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

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packaged on) haveathin st
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

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a wire, nail or any other metal objects through
the holes on the cavity or any other holes or

rip of metal

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WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED

OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE

the risk of injury to

LIQUID.
persons:

1. Do not overheat the liquid.

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

3. Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.

4. After heating, allow the container to stand in
the microwave oven forashort time before
removing the container.

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

gaps, because such objects may cause
electric shock and microwave leakage.

Utensils

METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic

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rims should not be used. Arcing may occur.
METAL TWIST-TIES may not be used in the

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microwave oven.
Do NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW

NECK bottles for cooking or reheating. They

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may shatter.
Do NOT use CONVENTIONAL THER-

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MOMETERS in the microwave oven. They
may cause arcing.

Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before
cooking or defrosting foods in the oven.

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For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper

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cooking utensils, refer to the COOKING

GUIDE on page 17.

Food

Never use your microwave oven for HOME
CANNING. The oven is

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proper canning. Improperly canned food may
spoil and be dangerous to consume.

COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide

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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.

reduce

To

not designed to permit

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN

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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

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

Do NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may

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build up and the eggs may explode.

Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn

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

POPCORN must be popped inamicrowave

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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.

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HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed

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with air. Do not heat liquids in your microwave
oven without first stirring.

Do NOT use paper towels to cover food as
they can ignite.

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO

FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

WARNING:This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,

in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television
reception.

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

However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur inaparticular installation. If this equipment does
cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following:

* Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
* Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
* Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
* Plug the microwave oven intoadifferent outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different

branch circuits.

THE MANUFACTURER is no
MODIFICATIONto this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

t responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED

ARCING

If you see arcing, press STOP/CLEAR button and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
* Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
* Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
* Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes, in the microwave.

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*

DO NOT LEAVE OVEN UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING!

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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

electrician or service personnel 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, andathree 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.

INSTALLATION

1. Steady, flat location: When positioning the microwave oven, i

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 ,15Amp 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.

t should be set on a steady, flat surface.

When using a 3-pronged plug

3-pronged
Receptacle

3-pronged
plug

Receptacle
Box Cover

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

Grounding Lead

Screw

Receptacle

Grounding

Adapter

Receptacle

Box Cover

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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before

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cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food

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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

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with soap and water. Then wiped dry 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

Control Panel.

If steam accumulates on both sides of the

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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.

detergents or abrasives

on

It is occasionally necessary to remove the

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

The roller guide and oven cavity floor should

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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 in the dishwasher.

Roller Guide

The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should be

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cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.
The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be used

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for cooking together with the Glass Tray.

Glass Tray

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

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Do NOT use any other Glass Tray with this
oven.

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If the Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW IT TO COOL

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before cleaning it or placing it in water.
Do NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.

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Glass Tray Roller Guide

HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY

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 withamild 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 th
operate the oven if it is damaged, until it has been repaired byaqualified person. It is particularly important
that the oven door close 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.

e door. Do not

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1. Door Latches-When the door is closed, they
will automatically lock shut. If the door is
opened while the oven is operating, the
magnetron will automatically shut off.

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

3. Oven Cavity

4. Spatter Shield (Do NOT remove)-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 Seal-The door seal maintains the
microwaves within the oven cavity and
prevents microwave leakage.

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. Display

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12

7

8

18

14

13

11

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10. Power Button-Used to set a power level.

11. Kitchen Timer Button-Used to set the kitchen
timer function.

12. Defrost Button-Used to set the oven to estimate
the defrosting time by weight entered. Or used to
set oven to defrost by a present time.

13. Memory Button-Used to set the memory
function.

14. Stop/Clear Button-Used to stop and/or clear
a cooking program.

15. Cup Indicator

16. Oz Indicator

17. Auto Cook Menu-Used to select an Auto
Cook program.

18. Number Key-Used to enter the cooking time,
kitchen timer, etc. Number keys 1-6 are also
used for Express Cook Function.

19. Clock Button-Used to set the clock.

20. Start/+30Sec. Button-Press to start a cooking
program.

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Press the START/+30SEC.
button; the display will show
the present time. After the
clock has been set, the time
will appear with blinking colon,
unless the oven is cooking or
defrosting.

NOTES:

To reset the present time in the display window when the oven is off, press the CLOCK button
and reset.
If you make a mistake when setting the time, press the STOP/CLEAR button.
To recall the actual time while the oven is cooking or defrosting, simply press the CLOCK
button and the display will show the actual time for three seconds.

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Weight Defrost lets you easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in determining
defrosting time. The minimum weight for Auto Weight Defrost is 4 oz. and maximum
weight is 100 oz.

Press the DEFROST button
once, LED will display “dEF1”.

Press the DEFROST button 1
twice, “dEF2” will appear in the
display. Then press the
Number buttons
desired time.

2 to set the

The default microwave power
is power level 3. It cannot be
changed.

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Press the POWER button,
“PL10” will appear in the display.
Repeatedly press the POWER
button to set the desired power;
the display will show the
percentage you choose.

Press the Number buttons to set
the desired cooking time.

Press the START/+30SEC.
button to start cooking; the unit
will start counting down the
remaining cooking time and
beep five times when completed.

Press the START/+30SEC.
button to start counting down
the remaining Timer time. The
unit will beep five times when
completed.

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Press the POWER button,
“PL10” will appear in the display.
Repeatedly press the POWER
button to set the desired power;
the display will show the
percentage you choose.

Press the Number buttons to set
the desired cooking time.

Press the Number buttons to set
the desired cooking time.

Press the POWER button,
“PL10” will light in the display.
Repeatedly press the POWER
button to set the desired power;
the display will show the
percentage you choose.

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The minimum weight for Weight Defrost is 4 oz. and maximum weight is 100 oz.
The minimum time for Time Defrost is 1 second and maximum time is 99 minutes 99
seconds.

Press the DEFROST button
once, LED will display “dEF1”.

EXPRESS COOK

power level 10

Press the Number buttons to
set the desired weight, in
ounces in WEIGHT DEFROST
or to set the desired time in
TIME DEFROST. Set the next
stage by following steps 3 and
4 on the previous page.

Press the START/+30SEC.
button and the unit will cook
for additional 30 seconds.
Each additional press will
increase the cooking time
by 30 seconds.

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Press the desired AUTO COOK
button (POPCORN, POTATO,
PIZZA, BEVERAGE, SOUP,
DINNER PLATE, FRESH
VEGETABLE OR FROZEN
VEGETABLE).

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Ten power levels are available, to change the power level, press POWER repeatedly.

Button

Popcorn

Potato

(8 oz/piece)

Pizza

(

3oz/slice

Beverage

(250ml/cup)

Soup

Dinner Plate

Fresh

Vegetable

Frozen

Vegetable

Press

Once

Twice

Three times

Once

Twice

Three times

Once

Twice

)

Three times

Once

Twice

Three times

Once

Twice

Three times

Four times

Once

Twice

Three times

Once

Twice

Three times

Once

Twice

Three times

Weight/Portion

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1.75 Oz

3.0 Oz

3.5 Oz
1
2
3

1

2
3

1 Cup
2 Cups
3 Cups

4.0 Oz

8.0 Oz

12.0 Oz

16.0 Oz

9.0 Oz

12.0 Oz

18.0 Oz

4.0 Oz

8.0 Oz

16.0 Oz

4.0 Oz

8.0 Oz

16.0 Oz

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Press the POWER button,
“PL10” will appear in the display.
Repeatedly press the POWER
button to set the desire power;
the display will show the
percentage you choose.

Press the Number buttons to set
the desired cooking time.

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COOKING GUIDE

THE PRINCIPLES OF MICROWAVE COOKING
Microwaves areaform of high frequency radio waves similar to those used byaradio including AM, FM and
CB. Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube. From the magnetron tube,
microwave energy is transmitted to the oven where it is reflected, transmitted and absorbed by the food.

Reflection: Microwaves are reflected by metal just as a ball is bounced off of a wall. For this reason, metal utensils

are not suitable for use in the microwave. A combination of stationary interior walls andarotating metal turntable or
stirrer fan helps assure that the microwaves are well distributed within the oven cavity to produce even cooking.
Transmission:Microwaves pass through some materials such as paper, glass and plastic much like sunlight shining
through a window. Because these substances do not absorb or reflect the microwave energy,they are ideal materials
for microwave oven cooking containers.
Absorption: During cooking, microwaves will be absorbed by food. They penetrate to a depth of about 3/4 to11/2
inches. Microwave energy activates the molecules in th
If you vigorously rub your hands together,you will feel heat produced by friction. The internal cooking of larger foods
is done by conduction as the heat which is produced by friction is conducted to the middle of the food. Foods also
continue to cook by conduction during standing time.

FOOD CHARACTERISTICS
Quantity: The amount of food placed inamicrowave oven hasadirect effect on the cooking time. Small amounts

of food or liquid require less cooking time than larger amounts of the same substance. As quantity increases,
concentration decreases.
Size: Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed cooking, cut pieces smaller than two inches (5 cm), so
microwaves can penetrate to the middle from all sides. Pieces which are similar in size and shape cook more evenly.
Shape: Many foods are uneven, likeachicken, ribs or broccoli. The thin parts will cook faster than the thick parts,
while uniformly thick foods cook evenly. To compensate for irregular shapes, place thin pieces toward the center of
the dish and thicker pieces toward the edge of the dish.

Startin
Bone and Fat: Because bones conduct heat, the side of the meat the bone is on will cook first, while boneless cuts

cook slower but more evenly. Fat attracts microwaves. The middle of these foods is cooked by heat conduction.
Moisture Content: Microwaves are attracted by moisture. Naturally moist foods absorb microwaves better than dry
ones. Addaminimum of liquid to moist foods, as excess water slows cooking.
Density: The density of food determines how easily the microwaves can penetrate and how quickly it will cook.
Porous foods, like chopped beef or mashed potatoes, microwave faster than dense ones like steak or whole potatoes.
Piercing: Steam builds up pressure in foods which are tightly covered byaskin or membrane. Pierce potatoes, egg
yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting.

perature: Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to cook than foods at room temperature.

g Tem

e food (especially water,fat and sugar), and heat is produced.

MICROWAVE TECHNIQUES
Stirring: Stirfoods fromoutside to center of dish once ortwice during cooking to equalize heat and speed microwaving.

Foods will not burn or stick, so there’s no need to stir constantly as you do in conven
Arrangement:Arrange foods with thin or delicate ends, like drumsticks or asparagus spears, with the thick or tougher
portions to the outside ofthe dish. The parts which need more cooking will receive more energy, so food will microwave
evenly.
Spacing: Individual foods, such as baked potatoes and cupcakes will cook more evenly if placed in the oven an equal
distanceapart. When possible, arrange foods inacircular pattern. Similarly,when placingfoodsinabakingdish, arrange
around the outside of the dish, not lined up next to each other.Food should not be stacked on top of each other.
Rearrangement:Rearrange overlapping areas, like tails of long fish fillets,fromtop to bottom, and closely packed pieces,
like meatballs, from the outside to the center of the dish.
StandingTime: Standingtimeisespecially importantinmicrowave cooking. Microwave energy creates heat in theouter
layers of the food. Asaresult of norma
oven. Letting roasts, large whole vegetables, casseroles and cakes stand to finish cooking allows the middles to cook
completely without overcooking, drying or toughening the outsides.
Covering: Covering speeds cooking time, retains moisture, tenderizes, insures even cooking and prevents spattering.
Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used foratighterseal. Ventplasticbyturningback one edge at the side ofdish to form
a narrow slot where excess steam can escape. Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax
paper or microwave-safe paper towels.
Browning: Microwave energy cooks some foods so quickly that the fats and sugars within the food do not have time to
caramelize and givea"browned" appearance. Browning agents do not affect the quality of microwaved foods, but can
add color and flavor.For meats and poultry, use bouquet sauce diluted wi
barbecue or steak sauce,asprinkling of paprika or dry gravy mix; jelly glaze or crumb coating. Frosting and topping
finish cakes and breads. Top casseroles at the end of microwaving with grated cheese or crumbs.

l conduction, the food continues to cook forafewminutes after removal from the

th water or melted butter,soy,Worcestershire,

tional cooking.

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COOKING GUIDE(CONTINUED

Some Foods Do Not Microwave Well
Eggs in Shells and hard boiled eggs can burst.
Pancakes do not crust, but they reheat well. Fully-prepared, frozen pancakes are available for

microwaving.

Deep Fat Frying can cause burns.
Bottles with narrow necks may shatter if heated.
PopPopcorn only in special microwavepoppers. Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer,or heat

longer than recommended. Never pop popcorn in paper bags or glass utensils or directly on the glass tray.

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HOT SNACKS AND APPETIZERS

Hot appetizers can be prepared very quickly in the microwave oven.
Many appetizers may be cooked on the serving platter, provided the platter does not have metal trim. A time
saving tip–prepare these foods ahead of time, refrigerate or freeze, and refresh in the oven at serving time.
A plate of appetizers will take only seconds to refresh.
Cheese melts very rapidly and will toughen if overcooked, so watch foods combined with cheese closely so
that overcooking will not occur.As soon as cheese starts to bubble, cooking is completed.
Appetizers that haveacrisp pastry exterior are best prepared inaconventional oven.
To prepare appetizers wrapped in bacon, it will be necessary to precook the bacon and then wrap around the
foods. Oysters wrapped in bacon are easier to prepare in the broiler of your conventional oven.
Seafood mixtures can be prepared in serving shells as microwave energy will pass through the seafood shells
without heating. Aluminum foil should not be used for shells.
If spreads are placed on crackers, care should be taken not to overcook as moisture from the food will cause
crackers to become soggy. Crackers used for spreads should be ver
sogginess. Heat only until spread is at serving temperature.
The time required to heat all appetizers will depend on the amount of food, and the number and the type of
dish selected. Remember the food will become very hot even if the dish is cool. Cheese mixtures retain heat
longer when heated with microwave energy.

y dry and crisp. This helps avoid

SEAFOOD
Guide for Cooking Seafood

Microwaving is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of preparing fish and seafood, which stay delicate
and tender with quick, moist cooking. Overcooking dries out and toughens seafood, so you should check it
after the minimum time. If thick pieces like fis
translucent in the middle, let them stand forafew minutes; internal heat will complete the cooking.

Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes

Whole Fish 100 7-8min. 5 min. Turnover after half the time.
(1 lb. to11/2 lbs.)

Fish Fillet 100 6-7min. 4-5min. Turn over after half the time.
(1 lb.)

Fish Steak 100 5-6min. 5-6min. Turn over after half the time.
(1lb.)

Shrimp 100 3-4min. 5 min. Rearrange once during cooking.

Sea Scallops 80 7-8min. 5 min. Rearrange once during cooking.

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MEATS
Guide for Cooking Meats

Roasts, chops, hamburgers and small cuts of tender meat cook beautifully in the microwave oven. Most roasts
can be cooked rare, medium rare or even well done in less than one hour. Less tender cuts of meat such as
pot roast can be simmered fork-tender inasauce or gravy.Toughcuts that require slow cooking will do better
inaconventional oven.Alarge piece of meat, especially if the shape is uneven, should be turned over
occasionally for uniform roasting.

Meat Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes

Beef Roast

Rare 80 6-8min. 5-7min.
Medium 80 8-10 min. 10-15 min. Turn over after half the time.
Well 80 10-12 min. 10-15 min.

Pork Roast

Bone-in 80 13-16 min. 10 min. Cover with microwaveable cover.
Boneless 80 17-19 min. 10-15 min. Turn over after half the time.

Lamb Roast

Bone-in Medium 80 7-9min. 10-12 min.
Boneless Medium 80 9-11 min. 10-12 min.

Beef Patties (3 1/2 oz) each

2 patties 100 3-5min. 5-7min. Turn over and rearrange after
4 patties 100 4-6min. 5-7min. half the time.

Meat Loaf

(2 lbs.) 100 18-20min. 10-12 min. Cover with microwaveable cover.

Bacon

Slices (4 strips) 100 6-7min. —
1 oz., length: 11in.)

Ham

Slices (1 in. thick) 80 6-7min. 5-7min. Cover with microwaveable cover.
4 slices

POULTRY
Guide for Cooking Poultry

Chicken is one of the most popular foods and microwaving chicken is one of the best uses of your microwave
oven. Chicken stays juicy and tender in the microwave oven. However,juiciness prevents browning because
chicken crisps and browns only when the skin dries out enough to change color. Standing time is important,
because it allows the interior to finish cooking without toughening the delicate breast meat.

Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes

Roast

Chicken whole 100 8-10 min. 10-15 min. Placebreast side up on
Chicken cut up 100 8-9min. 7-10 min.
Turkey 80 9-11 min. 10 -15 min.
Cornish Hens 100 9-11 min. 7-10 min.
Turkey Breast 80 9-10 min. 5-7min. Rearrange once during cooking.

Level (per lb) Time

Well 80 10-12 min. 10-15 min. Turn over after half the time.
Well 80 12-14 min. 10-15 min.

Level (per lb.) Time

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EGGS&CHEESE
Guide for Cooking Eggs&Cheese

• CHEESE

Cheese melts quickly and smoothly.When serving cheese as an appetizer, flavor is at peak when served
at room temperature. Use a low power level for melting. Cheese melts best when shredded and heated
with milk or other liquids. Stir cheese mixtures several times for even heating.

• EGGS

Eggs cook differently by microwave. The high fat content of egg yolks absorbs energy, so yolks cook
faster than whites. It's easy to poach eggs in a microwave oven, but if you want soft yolks, remove eggs
from the oven before whites are completely cooked. A brief standing time allows whites to set without
overcooking yolks. Check eggs for completion of cooking early, they toughen when overcooked.
When eggs and yolks are mixed together for omelets, scrambled eggs or custards, they cook more evenly
and need less stirring than during conventional cooking methods.
Do not try to cook eggs in the shell. Steam can build up inside the shells, causing them to burst.

Scrambled Eggs
Eggs Butter Milk or Cook on Procedure

2 1 Tbsp. 2 Tbsp. 1-2min.
4 1 Tbsp. 2 Tbsp. 2-3min.
6 2 Tbsp. 4 Tbsp. 3-4min.

Poached Eggs
Eggs Water Cook Water Cook Eggs Standing Procedure

1 1 1/2 cups 4-6min. 1 min. 2 min.
2 1 1/2 cups 4-6min. 1 1/2-2min. 2 min.
4 2 cups 6-7min. 2 1/2-3min. 2 min.

Water Power 100

Place butter in small casserole and melt.
Add eggs and milk, scrambling with fork.
Cook as directed in chart, breaking up and
stirring eggs twice. Let stand, covered,
before serving.

on Power 100 on Power 80 Time

Place water into medium casserole. Cook
at High until boiling. Break eggs, one at a
time, into separate dish, pierce yolk once
with wooden pick and slip egg carefullyinto
hot water, cook as directed in chart.

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SOUPS
Guide for Cooking Soups

Satisfy appetites with savory soups prepared in your microwave oven. Adapt your favorites by using similar
cooking times and techniques.

Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes

Canned Condensed
Cream style, Bean, Pea
or Mushroom (10 1/2 ­111/2 oz)
With Water 100 5-6min. 2-3min. Stirhalfway through
With Milk 80 6-7min. 2-3min. cookingtime. Cover with

Dry Soup Mix 100 6-8min. 2-3min. Add water. Cover with

Broth (10 1/2 oz.) 100 5-6min. 2-3min. Stirtwice. Cover with

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VEGETABLES
Guide for Cooking Fresh Vegetables

Nutritionresearch indicates that many microwaved vegetables and fruits lose less water soluble vitamin C than
when cooked conventionally. This is due to shorter cooking time and to the fact that less cooking water is
needed when microwaving fruits and vegetables. Best of all, vegetables keep their fresh color, texture and
flavor. Vegetables should be microwaved covered with vented plastic wrap or a casserole lid. Vegetables
cooked in their skins, such as potatoes, are already so tightly covered that they should be pricked withafork
before cooking in order to release excess steam. Toassure even cooking, vegetables should be cut in uniform
pieces and stirred during the cooking time.Always add salt to water before adding vegetables. Reduce time
a minute or two for crisp-tender texture. Increase time for very soft texture. Remember to allow standing time
of two to five minutes after cooking because, as most foods do, vegetables will continue to cook after they
are removed from the microwave oven.

Amount Power 100 Time

Asparagus

Spears (1 lb.) 1/4 cup 7-8min. 2 min. Medium Casserole. Rearrange
Cuts (1 lb.) 1/2 cup 7-8min. 2 min. once.

Fresh green beans (1/2 lb.) 1/4 cup 6-7min. 2 min. Stir twice.
Frozen green beans (1/2 lb.) 2 Tbsp. 7 1/2-81/2 min. 2 min. Stir twice.
Green Peas (2 cups) 1/4 cup 6-7min. 2 min. Small casserole. Stir twice.
Broccoli (2 cups) 1/4 cup 6-7min. 2 min. Medium casserole.

Brussels Sprouts (1 lb.) 1/4 cup 8-91/2 min. 2-3min. Medium casserole. Stir once.
Cabbage (1 lb.) 1/4 cup 7-8min. 2-5min. Rearrange once during cooking.
Cauliflower pieces (1 head) 1/4 cup 8-9min. 2-5min. Cover with microwaveable cover.

Mushroom slices (1/2 lb.) 2 Tbsp. 5-6min. 2-3min. Small casserole. Stir once.

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CASSEROLES

Casseroles may require occasional stirring to distribute heat. They cook more evenly when made with
ingredients of similar size and shape. Because of their shorter cooking time, casseroles cooked in the
microwave oven generally need less liquid. Casseroles with cream and cheese sauces, or meats which need
slower cooking to tenderize, cook best on power level 40.
When cooking a favorite casserole, make two and freeze the second for future use. Lineacasserole or baking
dish with plastic wrap. Transfer the cooked food to the lined container and freeze. As soon as the food is
frozen in the shape of the dish, remove it and wrap with freezer paper.Later it can be unwrapped and returned
to the container for defrosting and heating.

Dry Casserole Mixtures

Many prepared box type casseroles are available on the grocery shelves. Many have freeze dried foods or
evaporated foods included. Cooking periods are so short there may not be time for the foods to absorb the
moisture sufficiently and reconstitute the foods. To prepare this type, boil
on the package. Add the noodles (when included), cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes.Allow noodles
to stand covered for an additional 10 minutes, rinse with warm water and drain. Then follow package directions
for preparing the mix. Reheat four to six minutes before serving.

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SAUCES
Guide for Cooking Sauces

Sauces boil over rapidly, especially those that contain milk. As soon as the door is opened, cooking stops. If
ingredients are not taken directly from the refrigerator, cooking time will be less than given in the recipe. Stir
sauce quickly, about every 30 seconds to eliminate lumps. Be sure to useacontainer twice the size of the
amount of liquid to prevent boiling over.
A wooden spoon may be left in the dish while sauce is cooking for easy stirring. If sauce is stirred slowly,
cooking time may require about 15 seconds longer. If desired, a one-quart glass measure may be used to
prepare some sauces.

White Sauce

Amount Butter Flour Milk Cook Cook Special Notes

1 cup, thin 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 cup 30 sec. 2 1/2-31/2 min.

med. 2 Tbsp 2 Tbsp 1 cup 1 min. 2 1/2-31/2 min.
thick 3 Tbsp 3 Tbsp 1 cup 1 min. 3-4min.

Brown Gravy

Amount Fat from Flour Liquid or Cook on Special Notes

Drippings Drippings Power 100

1 cup, thin 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 cup 2 1/2-31/2 min.

med. 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 cup 3-4min.
thick 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 cup 3-4min.

SANDWICHES, INCLUDING HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS
Guide for Heating Sandwiches

Sandwiches heat very quickly because, being porous, they havealow density. Since the filling is usually more
dense than the bread or rolls, the filling determines the heating time. Surprisingly, the filling will always be
hotter than the bread feels. Care must be taken not to overcook as the bread will become tough. Use several
thinslices ofmeat. Thin slices heat more quickly and are better than one thick slice. The slow heating thick slice
oftencauses the bread to overcook before the meat is hot. Sandwiches may be placed onapaper plate,napkin
or paper towel to be warmed. The sandwich should be covered withamicrowave-safe paper towel. Remov
wrapping immediately after warming. Already-baked frozen breads and rolls may be used for sandwiches. The
filling,however,should be thawed first. Toasted bread is fine forsandwiches and provides a firm base. Thetoast
is warmed only; no further browning occurs.

Butter Sauce

Cook on Full power as directed
or until thickened, stirring once.
Let stand, covered, before serving.

Cook on Full power as directed
or until thickened, stirring once.
Let stand, covered, before serving.

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Food Amount Cook Special Notes

Sandwich 1 1 min.
(6 oz.) 2 1 1/2-2min. Place on microwaveable plate.

4 3-4min.

Hamburger 1 1 min. Cover with microwaveable cover.
(4 oz.) 4 3-4min.

Hot Dog 4 1 1/2-2min. Cover with microwave-safe

Sloppy Joe 4 4 min. Place on microwaveable plate.

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PASTA & GRAINS
Guide for Cooking Pasta and Grains

Raw long grain rice takes time to rehydrate. Microwaving time isalittle shorter than conventional, but the
greatest advantage is the ease with which you can prepare fluffy rice without sticking or burning. Cooked rice
and pasta reheat easily in the microwave oven without loss of flavor or texture. No extra water is needed to
prevent sticking or drying, so there's no danger of overcooking rice and pasta or thinning sauces.

Food Hot Salt Oil or Power Cooking Standing

Water Butter Level Time Time

Pasta (8 oz)

Egg Noodles 4 cups 1 tsp. 1 Tbsp. 100 6 1/2-71/2 min. 2-5min.
Macaroni 4 cups 1 tsp. 1 Tbsp. 100 8-10 min. 2-5min.
Spaghetti 4 cups 1 tsp. 1 Tbsp. 100 8-10 min. 2-5min.
Lasagna Noodles 4cups 1 tsp. 1 Tbsp. 100 12-14 min. 2-5min.

Rice, Long Grain

100 6-7min.

80 10-13 min.

100 6-7min.

80 23-28 min.

CEREALS

Microwaveable hot cereals can be cooked directly in the cereal bowl and make cleaning up easy.

CONVENIENCE FOODS
Frozen Foods

A large variety of frozen foods, special dishes and dinners are available and the selections continue to
increase. The market is changing rapidly, therefore it is impossible to list the foods and types available and
recommend cooking procedures. In this book we can only give general directions to assist you.

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T.V. Dinners

To prepare a T.V. dinner,follow the maker’s instructions for use with microwave ovens. Tocook a T.V. dinner
will require approximately five to seven minutes for the food to thaw and heat to serving temperature
(depending on the types of food). Allow plastic wrap to remain over the dish for two minutes to allow heat to
equalize. Dinners that contain mashed potatoes have presentedabit ofaproblem due to the large compact
mass of this particular food. You may want to remove about half the mashed potatoes after defrosting is
started, then spread the remaining potatoes over the individual section of the tray.Heat the removed mashed
potatoes in an individual dish. For foods that should be crisp when cooking is completed, remove the plastic

and use the broiler of a conventional oven to crisp the food.

wrap

Individual Frozen Foods

These may be commercially prepared or frozen at home. Place the container of frozen food in the oven and
heat only until the food starts to defrost and can be removed easily.Empty contents intoacasserole or serving
dish and continue to defrost and heat. Do not heat foods in deep foil containers. To crisp and brown special
toppings, use the broiler ofaconventional oven. If allowed to heat to serving temperature inaplastic container,
the container will warp or melt from the high heat of food.

Frozen Foods in Cooking Pouches or Boilable Bags

To prepare these foods, slit the plastic bag. An X-type cut will help remove the food at the end of cooking time.
Place the cut side down onaserving dish (with no metal trim). Heat foods other than vegetables for about
three minutes. Frozen vegetables require about eight to nine andahalf minutes of cooking time. Allow the
pouch bag to remain over the food for about two minut
in cheese or white sauce should be removed from the pouch and placed in a glass casserole dish and stirred
to prevent overcooking of the sauce around the edges of the dish.

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Complete Meals from Table Leftovers

Complete meals from leftovers can be prepared in advance. Foods can be frozen and ready for quick heating
in the oven at any time. Choose foods suitable for freezing and put serving portions on paper, glass or china
(no metal trim) plates. Wrap with recommended freezer paper and freeze quickly. When apportioning the
servings of food on the plate, use approximately the same amount of each kind of food for more even heating.
Mashed potatoes will heat quicker if spread slightly and hollowed, with a pat of butter in the center.To prevent
small pieces of vegetables, corn, peas, etc., from dehydrating during heating, mound well near the center of
the plate.

DESSERTS

There's always time to make dessert withamicrowave oven. Fruit desserts havearemarkably fresh flavor
and texture. Microwaved cakes are higher and more tender than conventionally baked; since cakes are usually
frosted, browning is unimportant. Microwaved pie crusts are exceptionally tender and flaky, while delicate
custards and puddings are easy to prepare.

Guide for Cooking Cakes

Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes

Cake, round 100 4-6min. 2-5min. Pour into greased and wax
(Mixed9inch) 80 5-7min. paper lined cake dish.

Ring or Angel Food Cake 80 6-7min. 2-5min. Cover with wax paper.
Muffin (6 muffins) 50 5-7min. 2-5min. Rearrange once.
Custard (6 servings) 50 11 - 13 min. 5-7min. Rearrange once.

Baking

• Bar cookies work best. Greasing or lining of the microwaveable baking dish is optional.

• If insufficient browning disturbs you, frost, glaze or add food coloring to white or yellow batters.

• Amicrowaveable cookie sheet can be made by covering cardboard with waxed paper.

• Round glass baking dishes, and fluted or smooth microwaveable ring molds work best for cakes. Youcan

make a microwaveable ring mold of your own by placing a medium-size glass in the center ofaround glass
baking dish.

• Because your cakes will rise higher in microwave cooking, never fill microwaveable cake pans more than
half full.

• Reduce baking powder and soda by approximately one-fourth when converting a conventional recipe.

• Fill paper-lined muffin cups to only half full which allows for muffins to rise more than normal.

• You can prepare your own "brown 'n serve" breads and rolls by baking them ahead of time in the microwave

oven. Then, place them inaconventional oven to brown prior

• Breads and rolls should be reheated to the point where they are warm to the touch. Overheating or
overcooking makes bread tough and rubbery.

• When making yeast bread in a microwave oven, choose a recipe with cornmeal, whole wheat flour, or rye
flour to achieve a richer color.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Item Rating Specification

Power Supply 120V~ 60Hz

Power Consumption

Microwave Output Power

Oven Capacity

Outside Dimensions

Weight

1050W (9.5 A)

700W

0.7 cubic feet

17.2 (W) x 14 (D) x 10.2 (H) inches (438 x 357 x 258mm)

22.2 Lbs (10.1kgs)

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Refer to the following checklist before you call for service.

If the oven does not work:

1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in.

2. Check that the door is firmly closed.

3. Check that the cooking time is set.

4. Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house.

5. Check that the Child Lock feature is not engaged.

If there is sparking in the cavity:

1. Check the containers, dishes or utensils in the oven and make sure they are not metal or have metal trim.

Emerson Radio Corp.

Consumer Affairs Dept.

3 University Plaza

Suite 405

Hackensack, N.J. 07601

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LIMITED WARRANTY

MICROWAVE OVENS

Emerson Radio Corp. warrants this product to be free from manufacturingdefects in original material, including original
parts, and workmanship under normal use and conditions (“manufacturing defect”) for a period of one (1) year from
date of original purchase in, and if used in, the United States (“warranty”). Should service be necessary under this
warranty,Emerson will provide the following at an Independent Service Center or Regional Repair Facility permitted
by Emerson to perform repairs, provided the manufacturing defect is verified along with the date of purchase:
* Repair service for one (1) year from date of original purchase at no charge for labor and parts.
* Replacement ofadefective magnetron for seven (7) years from date of original purchase (labor not included after

initial twelve (12) months).

There are Independent Service Center and Regional Repair Facilities located throughout the country. For the one
nearest you, DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098. In the event the product must be mailed to a Regional Repair
Facility which i
* Pack the unit inawell-padded heavy corrugated box.
* Enclose your check or money order payable to the REGIONAL REPAIR FACILITY in the amount of $15.00 to

cover return shipping and handling costs.
* Encloseacopy of your proof of purchase (warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase).
* Ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post (insured).

NOTE: This warranty does not cover:
(a) Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.
(b) Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and fromaRegional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to

(c) Damage or improper operation of unit caused by customer abuse, misuse, negligence or failure to follow
(d) Ordinary adjustments to the product which can be performed by customer as outlined in the owner’s manual.

(e) Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems.
(f) Products not purchased in the United States.
(g) Damage to product if used outside the United States.

THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES
NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT. ANY APPLICABLE
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TOAPERIOD OF THE
EXPRESSED WARRANTYAS PROVIDED HEREIN BEGINNING WITH THE DATEOF ORIGINAL PURCHASEAT
RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT
THEREAFTER. EMERSON MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY
PARTICULARPURPOSE OR USE.

THE EXTENT OF EMERSON RADIO CORP’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIROR
REPLACEMENTPROVIDEDABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP’S LIABILITY EXCEED
THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCESSHALL
EMERSON RADIO CORP. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGEARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS
WARRANTY IS VALID ON

THIS WARRANTYGIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. HOWEVER, YOU MAYHAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
MAY VARYFROM STATETOSTATE. SOME STATESDO NOTALLOWLIMITATIONS ONIMPLIEDWARRANTIESOR
EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGE, THEREFORETHESE RESTRICTIONSMAYNOTAPPLYTO YOU.

The serial number can be found on the back cabinet. We suggest that you record the serial number of your unit in
the space below for future reference.

Model Number: _______________________________
Serial Number: _______________________________

s permitted by Emerson to perform repairs:

perform warranty repairs.
operating instructions provided with the product.

IMPLIED WARRANTIES

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