Indesit Company UK Ltd
Morley Way,
Peterborough PE2 9JB
www.hotpoint.co.uk
MICROWAVE 20L
2014/03 - ver.1.1
Operating Instructions
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SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of Oven Parts and Accessories
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
USER INTERFACE
A) Microwave
B) Stop/Clear
C) Weight / Time Defrost
D) Clock/Timer
E) Start/+30Sec.
F) Control dial (knob)
F
A
B
AFG E D C B
D
E
A) Control panel
B) Turntable spindle
C) Turntable ring support
D) Glass turntable
E) See-through oven window
F) Whole door assembly
G) Door safety interlock system
INTRODUCTION
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
Failure to follow these instructions could affect the life of the appliance and reduce oven performance.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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ACCESSORIES
SOME ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE ONLY WITH CERTAIN MODELS
TURNTABLE RING SUPPORT
Fit it in the oven. Always put the turntable ring
support under the glass turntable. The support is
intended for the glass turntable only.
GLASS TURNTABLE
Put the glass turntable on the turntable support. It
will collect spillages during the cooking process.
Note: Jacket potatoes must be placed
directly onto the glass turntable when
cooking
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS WARNING
1. To reduce the risk of re,
burns, electric shock,
and injury to persons or
overexposure to microwave
energy when using this
appliance, please follow basic
safety precautions, including
the following:
2.
WARNING: Liquids or
other food must not be
heated in sealed containers
since they are liable to
explode.
3.
WARNING: It is hazardous
for anyone other than a
qualied person to carry out
any service or repair operation
which requires the removal of
the anti-radiation protective
cover of the microwave oven.
4. This appliance is not intended
for use by children younger
than 8 and persons with
reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use
of the appliance so that they
are able to use the oven in
a safe way and understand
the hazards of improper
use. Children must not play
with the appliance. Do not
allow children under 8 years
of age to perform cleaning
and maintenance operations
without supervision.
5. Keep the appliance and power
supply cord out of reach of
children under 8 years of age.
6. Only use utensils suitable for
microwave cooking.
7. Clean the oven at regular
intervals and remove any
food remains.
8. Read and follow the
specic: PRECAUTIONS
TO PREVENT POSSIBLE
OVEREXPOSURE TO
MICROWAVE ENERGY
9. Carefully attend appliance
when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are
used to heat food in order to
prevent the risk of re.
10. In case of smoke emission,
switch off or unplug the
appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stie any
ames.
11. Do not overcook food.
12. Do not use the oven cavity
for storage purposes. Do not
store items, such as bread,
cookies, etc. inside the oven.
13. Remove wire twist-ties and
metal handles from paper
or plastic containers/bags
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before placing them in the
oven.
14. Follow the installation
instructions strictly to nish
installation or store the oven.
15. Do not heat eggs in the
shell and whole hard-boiled
21. Do not let cord hang over
eggs in the microwave oven
as they may explode even
22. Failure to maintain the oven in
after microwave heating has
ended.
16. This appliance is intended for
household use and similar
applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops,
ofces and other working
23. The contents of feeding
environments;
- guest rooms in hotels,
motels and other residential
type environments;
- farm houses;
- bed and breakfast
24. Microwave heating of
environments.
17. In case of damage, power
supply cord must be replaced
by the manufacturer, any
service technician or similarly
qualied personnel in order to
25. Children should be supervised
prevent any hazard.
18. Do not store or use the
appliance outdoors.
26. The appliance is not intended
19. Do not use the appliance near
water, on a wet oor or near a
swimming pool.
20. The temperature of accessible
27. Accessible parts may become
surfaces may be high during
appliance operation. The
surfaces are likely to get
hot during use. Keep cord
away from hot surfaces, and
do not cover any oven vent
openings.
edge of table or counter.
a clean condition could lead
to deterioration of the surface
that could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and
possibly result in a hazardous
situation.
bottles and baby food jars
must be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked
before consumption, in order
to avoid burns.
beverages can result in
delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore extra care must
be taken when handling the
container.
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate
remote-control system.
hot during use. Young children
should be kept away from
appliance.
28. Do not use Steam cleaners to
clean the oven.
29. The oven becomes hot during
use. Care should be taken
to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
30. Only use the temperature
probe recommended for this
oven (for ovens provided with
temperature-sensing probe
tools.)
31.
WARNING: The appliance
and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care
should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements.
Children under 8 years of age
shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
32. The rear surface of appliance
shall be placed against a wall.
33. The microwave oven shall
not be placed in a cabinet
or a cupboard unless it has
been tested in a cabinet or
a cupboard by authorized
personnel.
PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT
POSSIBLE OVEREXPOSURE
TO MICROWAVE ENERGY
1. Do not attempt to operate
this oven with the door open
as this can result in harmful
exposure to microwave
energy. Never tamper with
or deactivate the interlocking
devices on the door.
2. Do not place any object
between the oven front face
and the door or allow any
dust or cleaner deposits on
sealing surfaces.
3.
WARNING: If the door or
door seals are damaged,
the oven must not be operated
until it has been repaired by a
qualied service technician.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model: MWH 2021
Rated Voltage: 240V~50Hz
Rated Input
Power(Microwave):
Rated Output
Power(Microwave):
Oven Capacity: 20L
Turntable Diameter: 255mm
External Dimensions: 439.5x336x278 mm
Net Weight: Approx. 11.6 kg
1270W
800W
GROUNDING INSTALLATION
DANGER
Electrical Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal
components can cause serious
personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
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Improper grounding installation
can result in electrical shock.
This appliance must be earthed.
In the event of an electrical
short circuit, this reduces the
risk of electrical shock. This
appliance is supplied with a
moulded three pin mains plug
for your safety and convenience.
The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly
installed and earthed. Consult
a qualied electrician or service
technician if the instructions are
not completely understood or to
ensure the appliance has been
properly earthed. If required, use
a 3-wire extension cord, only.
If an extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical
rating of the cord should be at
least as great as the
electrical rating of the
appliance.
2) The cord should never drape
over the counter-top or
tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
INSTALLATION
1.Select a level surface that
provides enough open space for
the intake and/or outlet opening
vents.
(1) The minimum installation
height should be not less than
80cm.
(2) The rear surface of the
appliance shall be placed
against a wall. Leave a minimum
clearance of 30cm above the
oven; a minimum clearance of
20cm is required between the
oven and any adjacent walls.
(3) Do not remove legs from
the bottom of the oven.
(4) Blocking the intake and/or
outlet openings can damage
the oven.
(5) Place the oven as far
away from radios and TV as
possible. Operation of microwave
oven may cause interference to
your radio or TV reception.
2. Plug your oven into a standard
household outlet. Be sure the
voltage and the frequency is
the same as the voltage and the
frequency on the rating label.
Do not install oven over any
cooktop/hob or other heatproducing appliance. If installed in
proximity of or over sources of
heat, the oven could be damaged
and the warranty would be void.
The accessible
surface may be
hot during operation.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
Hub (underside)
Glass turntable
Turntable ring support
Turntable spindle
a. Never place the glass tray
upside down. The glass tray
should never be restricted.
b. Both glass tray and turntable
ring support must always be
used during cooking.
c. Food and food containers must
always be placed on the glass
tray for cooking.
d. If glass tray or turntable ring
support cracks or breaks, please
contact your nearest authorized
service centre.
COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION
Remove all packaging
material and accessories.
Inspect the oven for damages
such as dents or broken door. Do
not install if oven is damaged.
Cabinet: Remove any
protective lm from the
microwave oven surface.
Do not remove the light brown
mica cover that is attached to
the oven cavity to protect the
magnetron.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
This microwave oven uses modern electronic
controls to adjust cooking parameters and meet
your cooking needs.
CLOCK SETTING
When the microwave oven is Powered ON, the
oven will display “0:00”. The buzzer will ring once.
1) Press “ ” once, until “00:00” displays;
2) Turn the KNOB to adjust the hour gures, the
input time should be within 0--23.
3) Press “ ”, the minute gures will ash.
4) Turn the KNOB to adjust the minute gures,
the input time should be within 0--59.
5) Press “ ” to nish clock setting. “:” will ash.
Note: During clock setting, the oven will
automatically go back to the previous
status after 1 minute of inactivity.
TIMER
(1) Press “ ” twice, until the LED will display
00:00.
(2) Turn the KNOB and enter time on the timer.
(The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes).
(3) Press “START/+30SEC.“ to conrm setting.
(4) When the time ends, the buzzer rings 5 times.
If the clock has been set (24-hour system), the
LED will display the current time.
Note: While the timer is in operation, no
other program can be set.
MICROWAVE COOKING
1) Press the “ ” key once, and “P100” display.
2) Press “ ” repeatedly or turn the KNOB to
select the microwave power; “P100”, “P80”,
“P50”, “P30”, “P10” will display in order.
3) Press “START/+30SEC.“ to conrm.
4) Turn the KNOB to adjust the cooking time.
(Time setting should be 0:05- 95:00.)
5) Press “START/+30SEC.” to start cooking.
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Note: The time intervals when adjusting the
cooking time in the timer knob are as follows:
0---1 min : 5 seconds
1---5 min : 10 seconds
5---10 min : 30 seconds
10---30 min : 1 minute
30---95 min : 5 minutes
MICROWAVE POWER CHART
Microwave Power 100% 80% 50% 30% 10%
Display P100 P80 P50 P30 P10
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
The maximum cooking stage number is two.
Always select defrost as rst cooking stage. The
buzzer will ring once after each stage and the next
stage will begin.
Note: Auto menu cannot be set as part of
the multi-stage.
Example: follow the steps below to defrost food
for 5 minutes, and then cook with 80% microwave
power for 7 minutes:
1) Press “ “ twice, the screen will display
“dEF2”;
2) Turn the KNOB to adjust defrost time by 5
minutes;
3) Press “ ” once;
4) Turn the KNOB to choose 80% microwave
power until “P80” is displayed;
5) Press “START/+30SEC.” to conrm;
6) Turn the KNOB to adjust the cooking time by
7 minutes;
7) Press “START/+30SEC.” to start cooking.
SPEEDY COOKING
1) When in stand-by mode, press the
“START/+30SEC.“ button to cook with 100%
power level for 30 seconds. Each additional
press will increase the cooking time by another
30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 95
minutes.
2) During microwave heating or defrost-by-time
process, press “START/+30SEC.” to increase the
cooking time.
3) When in stand-by mode, turn the KNOB left to
choose the cooking time directly. After choosing
the time, press “START/+30SEC.” to start
cooking. The microwave power is 100%.
Note: When in auto menu and defrost-by-
weight modes, cooking time cannot be
increased by pressing “START/+30SEC.”
DEFROST BY TIME
1) Press “ “ twice, the screen will display
“dEF2”.
2) Turn the KNOB to select the cooking time. The
maximum time is 95 minutes.
3) Press “START/+30SEC.“ button to start
defrosting.
DEFROST BY WEIGHT
1) Press “ “ once, the screen will display
“dEF1”.
2) Turn the KNOB to select the food weight. The
range of weight is 100-2000g.
3) Press “START/+30SEC.“ button to start
defrosting.
AUTO MENU
1) When in stand-by mode, turn the KNOB right to
choose from “A-1” to “A-8”;
2) Press “START/+30SEC.“ to conrm your
selection;
3) Turn the KNOB to choose the food weight;
4) Press “START/+30SEC.“ to start cooking;
5) The buzzer will ring ve times to notify the end
of the cooking process.
Note: Auto Menu
Menu Weight(g) Display Power
A-1
REHEAT
A-2
VEGETABLES
A-3
FISH
A-4
MEAT
200 200 100%
400 400
600 600
200 200 100%
300 300
400 400
250 250 80%
350 350
450 450
250 250 100%
350 350
450 450
A-5
PAS TA
A-6
POTATOES
A-7
PIZZA
A-8
SOUP
Note: According to different quality and
kinds of food, optimal cooking time could
change; if the food is not well cooked after the end
of automatic cycle, please prolong cooking by
using manual settings.
Note: In case of pre-packaged foods that
specify set cooking times, use manual
settings to follow these instructions.
50(with
450 ml
water)
100(with
800 ml
water)
200 200 100%
400 400
600 600
200 200 100%
400 400
200 200 80%
400 400
50 80%
100
INQUIRE FUNCTION
1) When in microwave mode, press “ ”, the
current power will be displayed for 2-3 seconds.
2) While cooking, press “ ” to check the
current time. It will be displayed for 2-3 seconds.
CHILD SAFETY LOCK
Lock: when in stand-by mode, press “STOP/CLEAR”
for 3 seconds; a long “beep” will notify activation of
the child safety lock mode and screen will display “
“.
Unlock: when in safety lock mode, press “STOP/
CLEAR” for 3 seconds: a long “beep” will notify
that the lock is released.
SPECIFICATIONS
(1) The buzzer will ring once when turning the
knob back to starting position;
(2) “START/+30SEC.” must be pressed to
continue cooking if the door is opened during
cooking;
(3) Once the cooking programme has been set,
“START/+30SEC.” must be pressed within 1
minute. If no action is taken, the current time will
be displayed and any programmed setting will be
cancelled.
(4) The buzzer will ring once when the key is
properly pressed. The buzzer will not ring if the
key is improperly pressed.
(5) The buzzer will ring ve times to notify the end
of the cooking process..
UTENSILS
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for anyone other than a qualied
personnel to carry out any service repair operation
which requires the removal of the anti-radiation
protective cover of the microwave oven.
See the instructions on “Materials you can use in a
microwave oven or to be avoided in a microwave
oven.” Some non-metallic utensils may not be
intended for microwaving use. If in doubt, test
the utensil in use following the procedure below.
Use only utensils included or those
guaranteed for microwave use
MATERIALS THAT CAN BE USED IN
A MICROWAVE OVEN
Utensils Remarks
Aluminium foil Shielding only. Small smooth
Browning
Dishes
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only
pieces can be used to cover
thin parts of meat or poultry to
prevent overcooking. Arcing
can occur if foil is too close to
oven walls. The foil should be
at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away
from oven walls.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning
dishes must be at least 3/16
inch (5mm) above the turntable. Improper use may cause
the turntable to break.
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use cracked or chipped
dishes.
to heat food until just warm.
Most glass jars are not heat
resistant and may break.
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Glassware Heat-resistant oven glasswa-
re only. Make sure there is no
metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped glasses.
Oven cooking
bags
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal
tie. Make slits to allow steam
to exit.
Paper plates
and cups
Use for short-term cooking/
warming only. Do not leave
oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for rehea-
ting and absorbing fat. Use
with supervision for short-term
cooking only.
Parchment
paper
Use as a cover to prevent
splattering or as a wrap for
steaming.
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow
the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be labelled “Mi-
crowave Safe”. Some plastic
containers may soften as the
food inside gets hot. “Boiling
bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by
package instructions.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to
cover food during cooking to
retain moisture. Do not allow
plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers
Thermometers only (meat
and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent
splattering and retain moisture.
MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN A
MICROWAVE OVEN
Utensils Remarks
Aluminium
tray
Food carton
with metal
handle
May cause bending. Transfer
food into a microwave-safe
dish.
May cause bending. Transfer
food into a microwave-safe
dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed
utensils
Metal twist
ties
Metal shields the food from
microwave energy. Metal trim
may may cause bending.
May cause bending and could
cause a re in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a re in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or
contaminate the liquid inside
when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used
in the microwave oven and
may split or crack.
CLEANING
Ensure the appliance is unplugged from the
power supply.
1. Clean the oven cavity after use with a
slightly damp cloth.
2. Always clean the accessories with soapy
water.
3. The door frame, seal and surrounding
surfaces must be cleaned carefully with a
damp cloth when they are dirty.
4. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or
sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door
glass since they can scratch the surface
and the glass may break.
Cleaning Tip- To easily clean the oven cavity walls,
place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint)
of water and heat at 100% microwave power for 10
minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NORMAL
Microwave oven
interference with TV
Oven light is dim In low power microwave
Radio and TV signals
may be affected
during microwave oven
operation. It is similar to
the interference of small
electrical appliances, like
mixers, vacuum cleaners,
and electric fans. This is
normal.
cooking, oven light may
become dim. This is
normal.
Steam accumulating
on door, hot air
coming out of vent
openings.
Oven started
accidentally with no
food inside.
TROUBLE POSSIBLE
While cooking, steam may
come out of food. Most
steam will get out from
vent openings. Some may
accumulate on cool places
like the oven door. This is
normal.
Do not operate the
appliance without any
food inside. This is very
dangerous.
REMEDY
CAUSE
Oven
cannot be
started.
Oven does
not heat.
Glass
turntable
makes
noise when
microwave
oven
operates.
(1) Power cord
not plugged in
tightly.
(2) Fuse blowing
or circuit
breaking whilst
in use.
(3) Trouble with
outlet.
(4) Door not
closed fully.
(5) Turntable ring
support and / or
oven bottom is
dirty.
Unplug.
Then plug in
again after 10
seconds.
Replace
fuse or reset
circuit breaker
(repaired by
professional
company
personnel)
Test outlet with
other electrical
appliances.
Close door
fully.
Refer to
“Cleaning”
section to
clean dirty
parts.
According to Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) directive, WEEE should be
separately collected and treated. If at any time
in future you need to dispose of this product
please do NOT dispose of this product with
household waste. Please send this product to
WEEE collecting points where available.
GUARANTEE
12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee
This certicate of guarantee represents the
guarantee (“Guarantee” hereinafter) offered by
Indesit Company UK Limited with registered ofce
at Peterborough PE2 9JB in relation to products
purchased in the United Kingdom and Indesit
Ireland Limited with registered ofce in Dublin 9,
Ireland for products purchased in the Republic
of Ireland. This Guarantee does not affect your
statutory rights.
Your product has the benet of our manufacturer’s
Guarantee, which covers the product for twelve
months from the date of purchase.
This gives you the reassurance that if, within
that time, your product is proven to be defective
because of either workmanship or materials, we
will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the
product at no cost to you.
This Guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
• Documentary proof of original purchase date
is provided.
• Cosmetic damage must be reported within
14 days from the date of purchase.
• The product has been installed and operated
correctly and in accordance with our
operating and maintenance instructions.
• The product is used only on the electricity
supply printed on the rating plate.
• The product has been used for normal
domestic purposes only.
• The product has not been altered, serviced,
maintained, dismantled, or otherwise
interfered with by any person not authorised
by us.
• Any repair work must be undertaken by us or
our appointed agent.
• Any parts removed during repair work or any
product that is replaced become our property.
• The product is used in the United Kingdom
or Republic of Ireland.
The Guarantee does not cover:
• Damage resulting from transportation,
improper use, neglect or interference or as
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a result of improper installation.
• Accidental damage, this includes but is not
limited to, damage which occurs as a result
of an external action.
• Replacement of any consumable item or
accessory. These include but are not limited to:
plugs, cables, light bulbs, hoses, brushes,
covers and lters.
• Replacement of any removable parts made
of glass or plastic.
After Sales Service
No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint
product during the course of its working life than
us – the manufacturer.
Essential Contact Information
Advice Line
We have a dedicated team who can provide free
advice and assistance with your product if you
experience any technical difculties. Simply call
our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08448 240 055
(Republic of Ireland 0818 904 041) for telephone
assistance.
Please note:
Our advisors will require the following
information:
Model number:
Serial number:
Consumables and Accessories
We supply a full range of consumables and
accessories to keep your product functioning
efciently throughout its life.
UK: 08448 225 225
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
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DISPOSAL OF OLD
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
The European Directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE), requires that old
household electrical appliances must
not be disposed of in the normal
unsorted municipal waste stream.
Old appliances must be collected separately in
order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the
materials they contain and reduce the impact on
human health and the environment.
The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the
product reminds you of your obligation, that when
you dispose of the appliance it must be separately
collected. Consumers should contact their local
authority or retailer for information concerning the
correct disposal of their old appliance.
Recycling and Disposal Information
As part of Hotpoint’s continued commitment
to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves
the right to use quality, recycled components to
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