Hotpoint MWH 30243 B UK Instruction booklet

EN Operating Instructions

INSTALLATION

Prior to connecting

• Position the oven at a distance from other heating sources. For sufﬁ cient ventilation there must be a space of at least 30 cm above the oven.

• The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet. This oven is not intended to be placed or used on a working surface lower than 850 mm above the ﬂ oor.

• Check that the voltage on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home.

• Do not remove the microwave inlet protection plates located on the side of the oven cavity wall. They prevent grease & food particles from entering the microwave inlet channels.

• Place the oven on a stable, even surface that is strong enough to hold the oven and the food utensils you put in it. Use carefully when handling.

• Ensure that the space underneath, above and around the oven is empty to allow for proper airﬂ ow.

• Ensure that the appliance is not damaged. Check that the oven door closes ﬁ rmly against the door support and that the internal door seal is not damaged. Empty the oven and clean the interior with a soft, damp cloth.

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Do not immerse the mains cord or plug in water. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces. Electrical shock, ﬁ re or other hazards may result.

• Do not use extension cord:

• If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualiﬁ ed electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

• WARNING: This appliance MUST be Earthed or this could result in the risk of electric shock. It MUST be connected to a properly installed earthed socket or fused earthed switched spur. Consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the microwave oven is properly earthed.

After connecting

• The oven can be operated only if the oven door is ﬁ rmly closed.

• Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio or aerial.

• The earthing of this appliance is compulsory. The manufacturer will accept no responsibility for injury to persons, animals or damage to objects arising from the non-observance of this requirement.

• The manufacturers are not liable for any problems caused by the user’s failure to observe these instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

• If material inside / outside the oven should ignite or smoke is emitted, keep oven door closed and turn the oven off. Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

• Do not leave the oven unattended, especially when using paper, plastic or other combustible materials in the cooking process. Paper can char or burn and some plastics can melt if used when heating foods.

• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use.Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elments inside the oven. Children less then 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

• The Microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or ﬁ re.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

• WARNING: Do not use your microwave oven for heating anything in airtight sealed containers. The pressure increases and may cause damage when opening or may explode.

• WARNING: The door seals and the door seal areas must be regularly inspected for damage. If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be opera-

ted until it has been repaired by a trained service technician.

• Do not use your microwave oven for cooking or reheating whole eggs with or without shell since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.

• The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.

• Do not leave the oven unattended if you are using a lot of fat or oil since they can overheat and cause a ﬁ re!

• Do not heat, or use ﬂ ammable materials in or near the oven. Fumes can create a ﬁ re hazard or explosion.

• Do not use your microwave oven for drying textiles, paper, spices, herbs, wood, ﬂ owers or other combustible materials. Fire could result.

• Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is speciﬁ cally designed to heat or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

• Do not hang or place heavy items on the door as this can damage the oven opening and hinges. The door handle should not be used for hanging things on.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

If the oven does not work, do not make a service call until you have made the following checks:

• The Turntable and turntable support is in place.

• The Plug is properly inserted in the wall socket.

• The Door is properly closed.

• Check your Fuses and ensure that there is power available.

• Check that the oven has ample ventilation.

• Wait for 10 minutes, then try to operate the oven once more.

• Open and then close the door before you try again.

This is to avoid unnecessary calls for which you will be charged. When calling for Service, please give the serial number and type number of the oven (see Service label). Consult your warranty booklet for further advice.

If the mains cord needs replacing it

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should be replaced by the original mains cord, which is available via our service organization. The mains cord must only be replaced by a trained service technician. WARNING: Service only to be carried out by a trained service technician. It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any service or repair operation, Which involves the removal of any cover, which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. Do not remove any cover.

PRECAUTIONS

General

• This appliance is designed for

domestic use only!

• The appliance should not be operated without food in the oven when using microwaves. Operation in this manner is likely to damage the appliance.

• The ventilation openings on the oven must not be covered. Blocking the air intake or exhaust vents may cause damage to the oven and poor cooking results.

• If you practice operating the oven, put a glass of water inside. The water will absorb the microwave energy and the oven will not be damaged.

• Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

• Do not use this product near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or similar.

• Do not use the cavity for any storage purposes.

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

• Do not use your microwave oven for deep-frying, because the oil temperature cannot be controlled.

• Use hot pads or oven mitts to prevent burns, when touching containers, oven parts, and pan after cooking.

Liquids

e.g. beverages or water. Overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.

To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

2. Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and let the teaspoon remain in the container.

3. After heating, allow standing for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container from the oven.

Careful

• After heating baby food or liquids in a baby bottle or in a baby food jar, always stir and check the temperature before serving. This will ensure that the heat is evenly distributed and the risk of scalding or burns can be avoided.

• Always refer to a microwave cookbook for details. Especially, if cooking or reheating food that contains alcohol.

• Ensure the Lid and the Teat is removed before heating!

ACCESSORIES

General

There are a number of accessories available on the market. Before you buy, ensure they are suitable for microwave use.

Ensure that the utensils you use are oven proof and allow microwaves to pass through them before cooking. When you put food and accessories in the microwave oven, ensure that they do not come in contact with the interior of the oven. This is especially important with accessories made of

metal or metal parts. If accessories containing metal comes in contact with the oven interior, while the oven is in operation, sparking can occur and the oven could be damaged. Always ensure that the turntable is able to turn freely before starting the oven. If the turntable isn’t able to turn freely you should use a smaller vessel or the Stop turntable function (see Large vessels).

Turntable Support

Use the turntable support under the Glass turntable. Never put any other utensils on the turntable support.

• Fit the turntable support in the oven.

Glass Turntable

Use the Glass turntable with all coo-

king methods. It collects the dripping juices and food particles that other-

wise would stain and soil the interior of the oven.

• Place the Glass turntable on the turntable support.

Steamer

Lid

Middle Grid

Bottom

To steam cook food using the dedicated function (STEAM). Place the food on the middle grid when cooking food as ﬁ sh and vegetables. Do not use the middle grid when

cooking food as pasta, rice or beans.

Always place the

Steamer on the Glass Turntable.

Wire Rack

Use the high Wire Rack when cooking with

Grill or Combi grill+Microwaves.

Use the low Wire Rack when cooking with

F o r - ced Air or Combi Forced Air+Microwaves.

Crisp Plate

Place the food directly on the Crisp Plate. The Crisp Plate may be preheated before use (max. 3 min.). Always use

t h e Glass Turntable as support when using t h e Crisp Plate. Do not place any utensils on the Crisp Plate since it will quickly become very hot and is likely to cause damage to the utensil.

Crisp Handle

Use the Crisp Handle to remove the hot Cri-

sp Plate from the oven.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Failure to maintain the oven in 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. Do not use metal scouring pads, abrasive cleansers, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, etc. which can damage the control panel, and the interior and exterior oven surfaces. Use a cloth with a mild detergent or a paper towel with spray glass cleaner. Apply spray glass cleaner to a paper towel. Do not use steam cleaning appliances when cleaning your microwave oven. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. At regular intervals, especially if spill overs have occurred, remove the turntable, the turntable support and wipe the base of the oven clean. Use a soft and damp cloth with mild detergent to clean the interior surfaces, front and rear of the door and the door opening.

Cleaning is the only maintenance normally required. It must be carried out with the microwave oven disconnected. Do not spray directly on the oven. This oven is designed to operate with the turntable in place. Do not operate the microwave oven when the turntable has been removed for cleaning.

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Do not allow grease or food particles to build up around the door.

For stubborn stains, boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften the marks. Adding some lemon juice to a cup of water, placing this on the turntable and boiling for a few minutes can eliminate odors inside the oven. The Grill element does not need cleaning since the intense heat will burn off any splashes, but the ceiling beneath it may need regular cleaning. This should be done with a soft and damp cloth with mild detergent. If the Grill is not used regularly, it should be run for 10 minutes a month to burn off any splashes, in order to reduce the risk of ﬁ re. Cleaning is the only maintenance normally required. It

Careful cleaning

The Crisp plate should be cleaned in mild, detergent water. Heavily soiled areas can be cleaned with a scouring

cloth and a mild cleanser. Always let the crisp plate cool off before cleaning. Do not immerse or rinse with water while the Crisp plate is hot. Quick cooling may damage it. Do not use steel-wool pads. This will scratch the surface. DISHWASHER SAFE:

• Turntable support

• Wire rack

• Glass turntable

• Crisp handle

• Steamer

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