Frigidaire CGMO205KFA, CPMO209KFB, CPMO209KFA Owner’s Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a new microwave oven! At Flectrolux Home
Products, we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing
you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our number one priority.

We know you'll enjoy your new microwave oven and Thank You for choosing our product.
We hope you consider us for future purchases.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your
microwave oven only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant to
cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

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of toIFfree customer service numbers is included in the back of this manual. Or call Electrolux

CustomerServicesat 1-800-944-9044, 24 hoursa day, 7days a week.

Foryour safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion

or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(A) Do Not Attempt to operate this microwave 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 microwave oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue

to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(C) Do Not Operate the microwave oven if it is damaged. :It is particularly important that the microwave oven door

close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(D)The Microwave Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service

personnel.

Definitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages

that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause

serious boditY harm, death or property damage:...........................................................bodily injury or property damage.

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.............................................. should be followed, including the following:

• See door surface cleaning instructions on page 18.
To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity:

To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to

persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy when
usingyour appliance, follow basic precautions, including

thefo.owingsections.

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.

• Readand follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" on page 2.

• This appliance must begrounded. Connect ontyto properly
grounded outlet. See "ELECTRICAL GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS" 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--are able to explode and
should not be heated in this microwave 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 microwave oven isspecifically

designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use.

Aswith 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 nearest Electrolux Authorized Servicer
for examination, repair or adjustment.

Do not cover or block any openings on the 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, or similar

locations.
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.

Donot overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when
paper,plastic or other combustible materials are placed
inside the microwave oven to facilitate cooking.

Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bag in microwave oven.

If materia|s inside the microwave oven shou|d
ignite, keep microwave oven door dosed, turn

microwave oven off and disconnect the power

cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit

breaker pane|.

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

cavity when not in use.

Liquids, suchaswater,coffee or tea areable to beoverheated
beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling.

Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed
from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS

COULD RESULT IN VERY NOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVERWHENASPOON OROTHERUTENSIL

IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

• To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
Do not overheat the liquid.

Stir the liquid both before and halfway through

heating it.
Donot usestraight-sided containers with narrow necks.

Use a wide-mouthed container.

After heating, allow the container to stand in the

microwave oven at leastfor 20 seconds before removing

the container.

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

• If the microwave oven is installed as a built-in, observe

the following instructions:

Do not mount over a sink.
Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance

surface when the appliance is in operation.

• If the microwave oven light fails, consult a Electrolux

AUTHORIZED SERVICER.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN

Remove:

• All packing materials from insidethe microwave oven cavity;
however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER,

which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures
and SAVEthe Use and Care Manual.

• The feature sticker, if there is one, from the outside of

the door.

Checkthe microwave ovenfor anydamage, such asmisaligned
or bent door, damaged door sealsandsealing surfaces, broken
or loose door hinges

and latches and dents

inside the cavity or

on the door. If there

is any damage, do
not operate the

microwave oven

and contact your
dealer or Electrolux

AUTHORIZED
SERVICER.

CHOOSING A

LOCATION FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

ON THE COUNTER

Youwillusethemicrowaveovenfrequentlysoplanitslocation

for ease of use. It's wise, if possible, to have counter space
on at least one side of the microwave oven. Allow at least

2 inches on the sides, top and at the rear of the microwave

oven for air circulation.

For installation over a wall oven, please refer to your
installation instructions.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of

electric shock.

Electrical

Requirements
Check Installation
Instructions for proper

location for the power
supply.

Theelectrical requirements
are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC
only, 15 amp. or more

protected electrical supply.
It is recommended that a

separate circuit serving
only the microwave oven be provided.

The microwave oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding

plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is

properly installed and grounded. DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCESCUT OR REMOVETHE GROUNDING PIN

FROMTHE PLUG.

Extension Cord

If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a
3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the microwave
oven. The marked rating of the extension cord should be
AC 115-120 volt, 15 amp. or more.

Be careful not to drape the cord over the countertop or
table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
accidentally.

ELECTRICAL

GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS

Thisappliancemust be grounded.This microwave oven

isequippedwith a cord havinga groundingwirewitha
groundingplug.Itmust be pluggedintoa wallreceptacle
thatisproperlyinstalledand grounded inaccordancewith

theNationalElectricalCode and localcodesand ordinances.

Intheeventofan electricalshortcircuit,groundingreduces

riskof electricshock by providingan escapewireforthe

electric current.

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

or service person.

2. Neither Electrolux northe dealercan acceptany liability
for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury

resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical

connection procedures,

Federal Communications Commission Radio
Frequency Interference Statement

(U.S,A, Only)

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy
and if not installed and used properly, that is 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 ISM Equipment

pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in

a residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular 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 the radio or television.

• Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the

receiver.

• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that

the microwave oven and the receiver are on different
branch circuits.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by unauthorized modification to this

microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct
such interference.

ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

This Use and Care Manual is valuable: read it carefully and
always save it for reference.

A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it
for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and

recipes.

NEVER use the microwave oven without the turntable and
support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could

be placed in the microwave oven. The turntable will turn both
clockwise and counterclockwise.

ALWAYS have food in the microwave oven when it is on to
absorb the microwave energy.
When using the microwave oven at power levels below 100%,

you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off. It is normal
for the exterior of the microwave oven to be warm to the

touch when cooking or reheating.

Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking.
Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence

the amount of moisture that condenses in the microwave
oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as much

condensation as uncovered ones. Ventilation openings must
not be blocked.

The microwave oven is for food preparation only. It should
not be used to dry clothes or newspapers.

Al! microwave ovens are rated by using the IEC Test Procedu re
as 1200 watts, except for CPM0209 and CGMO205 which are

1100 watts. In using recipes or package directions, check

food a minute or two before the minimum time and add
time accordingly.

ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING

• Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside
of dish.

• Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of
time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely
overcooked can smoke or ignite.

• Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook for
suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic
wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods
to cook evenly.

• Shield with small fiat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas
of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense,
thick areas are cooked thoroughly.

• Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice
during cooking, if possible.

• Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking
of such foods as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like

roasts must be turned over at least once.

• Rearrangefoodssuch as meatballs halfwaythrough cooking
both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish

to the outside.

• Add standing time. Remove food from microwave oven
and stir, if possible. Cover for standing time which allows
the food to finish cooking without overcooking.

• Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that cooking
temperatures have been reached.

• Doneness signs inc|ude:

Food steams throughout, not just at edge.

Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.

Poultry thigh joints move easily.
Meat and poultry show no pinkness.

Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

ABOUT FOOD

FOOD DO DON'T

Eggs, sausages, • Puncture egg yolks before cooking • Cook eggs in shells.

nuts, seeds, to prevent "explosion". • Reheat whole eggs.
fruits & • Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot • Dry nuts or seeds in shells.

vegetables dogs and sausages so that steam escapes.

Popcorn

* Usespecially bagged popcorn for microwave cooking.
, Listen while popping corn for the poppingto slow

to 1 or 2 seconds or usespecial popcorn pad.

Babyfood

General

• Transfer baby food to small dish and heat carefully,
stirring often. Check temperature before serving.

• Put nipples on bottles after heating and shake

thoroughly. "Wrist" test before feeding.

• Cut baked goods with filling after heating

to releasesteam and avoid burns.

• Stir liquids briskly before and after
heating to avoid"eruption".

• Usedeep bowl, when cooking liquids
or cereals, to prevent boilovers.

ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS

It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces

already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new

microwave oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the
interior walls during cooking.

Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking

and reheating:

* Glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as Corningware ®.
. Heat-resistant glass (Pyrex®)

. Microwave-safe plastics
. Paper plates

. Microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and porcelain
. Browning dish (Do not exceed recommended preheating

time. Follow manufacturer's directions.)

These items can be used for short time reheating
of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:

. wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
. Metal pans and bakeware

. Dishes with metallic trim
. Non-heat-resistant glass

• Poppopcorn in regular brown bags

or glass bowls.

• Exceedmaximum time on popcorn package.

• Heat disposable bottles.

• Heat bottles with nipples on.

• Heat baby food in original jars.

• Heat or cook in closed glassjars

or air tight containers.

• Canin the microwaveas harmful
bacteria may not bedestroyed.

• Deepfat fry.

• Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers.

• Non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs)

• Recycled paper products

• Brown paper bags

• Food storage bags

• Metal twist-ties

Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving,

place the empty dish in the microwave oven and microwave
on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which becomes very hot
should not be used.

The following coverings are ideal:

• Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating

and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.

• Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.

• Plasticwrap that isspecially marked for microwave usecan

be used for cooking and reheating. DO NOT allow plastic

wrap to touch food. Vent so steam can escape.

• Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice because

heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking.

• Oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that

need tenderizing. DONOT use metal twist ties. Remember

to slit bag so steam can escape.

How to use aluminum foil in your microwave

oven:

• Small fiat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the
food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting
or cooking too quickly.

Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface
of the microwave oven.

Should you have questions about utensils or coverings, check
a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions.

ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories
available for purchase. Evaluatecarefully before you purchase
sothat they meet you r needs. A microwave-safe thermometer
will assist you in determining correct doneness and assureyou
that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Electrolux
is not responsible for any damage to the microwave oven

when accessories are used.

ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE HICROWAVE

Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven
with a supervising person very near to them. Between the
ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the

same room.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on

the microwave oven door.
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use

potholders, remove coverings carefully, payspecial attention to
packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.

Don't assume that because achild has mastered one cooking

skill he/she can cook everything.
Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy.

See page 17 for CHILD LOCKfeature.

ABOUT SAFETY

= Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United

States Department of Agriculture's recommended

temperatures.

TEHP FOOD

145°F (63°C) Fish
160°F (71°C)

165°F (74°C)

170°F (77°C)
175°F (79°C)

Donot cook whole, stuffed poultry. Cook stuffing separately

to 165°F.

To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick
or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER leave the

thermometer in the food during cooking, untess it is approved
for microwave oven use.

ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling
utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat
from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin

burns.
Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face

and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dish's covering
and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away

from the face.
Stay near the microwave oven while it's in use and check

cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of
overcooking food.

NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other
items.

Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high
quality and minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria.

Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause
arcing and/or fires.

Use care when removing items from the microwave oven
so that the utensil, your clothes or accessories do not
touch the safety door latches.

Pork, ground beef/veal/lamb, egg dishes
For leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated,

and deli and carry-out"fresh" food. Whole,
pieces and ground turkey/chicken/duck.

White meat of poultry.
Dark meat of poultry.