Hamilton beach EM031M2ZC-X4, EM031M2ZC-X2, EM031M2ZC-X1, EM031M2ZC-X3 User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN

Model No. EM031M2ZC-X1

EM031M2ZC-X2
EM031M2ZC-X3

EM031M2ZC-X4

Hamilton Beach is a registered trademark of Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.

used under license by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

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EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open as this 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.

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1) DOOR (bent)
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACE

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

Specifications

Model:

Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):

Oven Capacity:

Turntable Diameter:
External Dimensions:
Net Weight:

EM

031M2ZC-X1 / EM031M2ZC-X2

EM031M2ZC-X3 /

120V~ 60Hz
1 W

500

1000W

1.1 Cu.ft.

1

2.4 inch

Approx. Lbs (1 kg)

32.4 4.7

EM031M2ZC-X4

12.1 inch

(513X434X306mm) 20.2 X 17.1 X

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed,

including the following:

WARNING- To
exposure to excessive microwave energy:

Read all instructions before using the

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appliance.

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Read and follow the specific:

TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"

found on page 2.

As with most cooking appliances, close

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supervision is necessary to reduce the risk

of a fire in the oven cavity.

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven

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cavity:
i). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
the appliance when paper, plastic, or
other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
ii).Remove wire twist-ties and metal

handles from paper or plastic

containers/bags before placing them in
the oven.
iii). If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed. Turn the
oven off, and disconnect the power cord
or shut off power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel.
iv). Do not use the oven cavity for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.

This oven must be grounded. Connect

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only to properly grounded outlet. See

"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"

on page 4.

Install or locate this oven only in

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accordance with the installation
instructions provided.
Some products such as whole eggs or

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sealed containers may explode and

reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire and/or injury to persons, or

should not be heated in the oven.

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Use this appliance only for its intended

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uses as described in this manual. Do
not use corrosive chemicals or vapors

in this appliance. This oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook

or dry food. It is not designed for

industrial or laboratory use.

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

Do not operate this oven 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.

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This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service technicians.
Contact the nearest authorized service

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facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
Do not cover or block any openings on

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the oven.

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Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors.

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Do not use this oven near water, for

example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.

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Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

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When cleaning interior or exterior

surfaces, used only mild, nonabrasive,
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.

Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea may overheat beyond the boiling point

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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 HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS

DISTURBED, OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
iii) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
iv) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time

before removing the container.

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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING-Electrical Shock Hazard

Touching some of the internal components can
cause serious personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.

Improper grounding can result in electric
shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is
properly installed and grounded.

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
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.

wire with a grounding plug.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman 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 3-wire extension cord that
has a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the
appliance.

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Power Supply Cord

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

2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.

3. If a long cord set or extension cord is used:

1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
the electrical rating of the appliance.

2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord

3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

cord should be at least as great as

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Radio Interference

1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV,

or similar equipment.

2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the

following measures:

1) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven

2) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

3) Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

4) Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

5) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven

and receiver are on different branch circuits.

CONTAINERS

See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided
in microwave oven."
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe ro use for microwaving.
If in doubt, you can test the container in question following the procedure below.

Container Test:

1. Place a microwave-safe container filled with 1 cup (250mL) of cold water in the microwave

along with the container in question (empty).

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3. Carefully feel the container. If the empty container is warm, do not use it for microwave
cooking.

4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

Tightly-closed containers could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic
pouches should be pierced before cooking.