Hotpoint MWX424 Users Manual
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Contents
Information for the user, 2
Installation, 4
Description, 6
Use, 10
Maintenance and cleaning, 24
Troubleshooting, 25
Efficiency test, 26
Instructions for use
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English
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The microwaves used for cooking are electromagnetic waves. They are present naturally in
the environment in the form of radio waves, or
light or infrared rays.
Their frequency is in the 2,450 MHz range.
Their properties:
- They are reflected by metal.
- They travel through all other materials.
- They absorb water, fat and sugar
molecules.
When food is exposed to microwaves, the
molecules are shaken rapidly, generating heat.
The microwaves penetrate the food up to a
depth of around 2.5 cm. If food items are thicker,
they will be cooked through to the centre by
heat conduction, as in traditional cooking.
It is important to know that microwaves trigger a
simple thermal reaction within the food and that
they are not harmful.
The packaging for your appliance is made from
recyclable materials. Recycle them and help to
protect the environment by disposing of them in
the council receptacles provided for this
purpose.
Your appliance also contains various
recyclable materials. It is therefore
marked with this logo to inform you
that worn-out appliances should not
be disposed of with other waste.
Appliance recycling organised by
your manufacturer will thus be carried out in
optimum conditions, in accordance with
European directive 2002/96/EC on waste
electrical and electronic equipment. Please
contact your local council or your dealer for
information on the worn-out appliance
collection points nearest to your home. We
thank you for your help in protecting the
environment.
operating principle protecting the environment
Thank you for choosing a HOTPOINT combination microwave. Making this product easy to use and
simple
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to operate was the main factor considered in its development.
This combined microwave oven brings to
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gether the characteristics of a microwave with those of a
traditional oven.
The various settings ava
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ilable allow you to choose the exact cooking method that you wish to use.
This oven is designed to e
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nsure that the control buttons are easy to use.
The controls are arranged in a practical way on the
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control panel. The display provides information
and helps you to adjust settings.
Information for the user
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Information for the user
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -
READ CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR
FUTURE USE.
If the appliance is ever sold or transferred to
another person, ensure that the new owner
receives this user guide. Please read these
guidelines before installing and using your
appliance. They were written for your safety and
the safety of others.
safety recommendations
Your appliance is designed for standard
household use for cooking, reheating and
defrosting foods. The manufacturer declines any
responsibility in the case of inappropriate use of
the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by
individuals (including children) with impaired
physical, sensorial or mental abilities, or persons
lacking in knowledge or experience, unless they
receive prior supervision or instructions on using
the appliance from a person responsible for their
safety.
Please make sure children do not play with the
appliance.
WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven
without supervision, if adequate instructions have
been given, so that the child is able to use the
oven safely and understands the dangers of
incorrect use.
WARNING: Liquids and other foods should not be
heated in sealed containers because they might
explode.
Use only utensils suitable for use in microwave
ovens.
When heating food items in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven contents,
since there is a risk of ignition.
WARNING: If the door or door seal is damaged,
the oven should not be used until it has been
repaired by a qualified person.
WARNING: It is dangerous for anyone other than
a qualified person to perform maintenance or
repairs that require the removal of the cover
providing protection against exposure to
microwave energy.
WARNING: The accessible parts of the appliance
may become hot during use. Be careful not to
touch the heating elements inside the oven. It is
recommended that you keep young children at a
safe distance. If the appliance is being used in
combination mode, it is recommended that
children only use the oven under adult supervision
due to the temperatures involved.
If smoke appears, stop or unplug the oven and
leave the door closed to smother any flames that
might appear.
Heating eggs in their shells or whole hardboiled
eggs in a microwave oven is not recommended, as
they may explode, even after cooking has ended.
Heating beverages in a microwave oven can
cause sudden and/or delayed splashing of boiling
liquid, so precautions must be taken when
handling containers.
The contents of baby bottles and baby food jars
should be shaken or stirred and their temperature
checked before consumption, to avoid burns.
Never heat a baby bottle with the teat on (risk of
explosion). The use of metal cookware, forks,
spoons, knives or metal staples or fasteners on
defrosting bags is not recommended.
Always use oven mitts to remove dishes from the
oven. Some dishes absorb the heat from foods and
can therefore become very hot.
If cooking small quantities of food (a sausage,
croissant, etc.), place a glass of water next to the
food.
Excessive cooking times may dry out foods and
burn them. To prevent this happening, never use
the same times as recommended for cooking in a
traditional oven. To avoid damaging your
appliance, never operate it while empty or without
the turntable. Do not leave any accessories in your
oven when it is switched off.
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Warning:
Ensure that your appliance has not been
damaged during transport (broken seal or door,
etc.
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). If you notice any kind of damage, contact
your retailer before use.
Ensure that:
- the electrical installation is of an adequate
voltage.
- the power cable is in good condition,
- the diameter of the wires complies with
installation requirements,
- your electrical installation is equipped with
protection rated at 16 amperes minimum.
If in doubt, consult an electrician.
The electrical connections must be made before
installing the appliance in its housing.
Electrical safety must be guaranteed by correct
installation in the housing. During installation
and maintenance operations, the appliance
must be unplugged from the mains; the circuitbreaker tripped or the fuses removed.
The appliance must be connected using a
(standardised) power cable equipped with
3 1.5 mm² conductors (phase + neutral + earth),
connected to a single phase 220-240V ~ system
using an IEC 60083 standardised socket (phase
+ neutral + earth) or in accordance with
installation requirements. The green/yellow
safety conductor is connected to the
appliance’s terminal and must be connected to
the installation’s earth system.
In order to easily locate the reference
information for your appliance, we recommend
that you make a note of it on the “After-Sales
Service” page.
If the appliance has an electrical plug, it must
remain accessible after the appliance has been
built in.
The oven’s neutral conductor (blue wire) must
be connected to the system’s neutral conductor.
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
from the power supply, either using a plug or by
fitting a switch on the fixed wiring system in
accordance with installation rules.
If the power cable is damaged, it should be
replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales
service department or by a similar qualified
person, to avoid danger.
Warni
n
ng:
We cannot be held responsible for any
accident resulting from a non-existent, faulty or
incorrec
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t earth.
If there are any problems with the oven, unplug
it or remove the fuse corresponding to the
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oven
supply wire.
before connection
electrical connections
Installation
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The appliance may be installed under a worktop or in a tall kitchen unit (open or closed) that has the
appropriate dimensions for built-in installation (Fig. 1).
Never use the appliance immediately (wait 1 to 2 hours) after moving it from a cold place to a warm
place because condensation could cause a malfunction.
building in
Installation
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appliance
Control panel
Oven cavity
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Turntable
Door handle
Description
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Turntable: for the even cooking of foods with no
handling required.
It rotates in both directions. If the turntable does
not rotate, ensure that all components are
correctly positioned.
Do not try to rotate it manually as this might
damage the turning gear.
It can also be used as a cooking dish. To remove
it, pick it up using the access zones provided in
the cavity.
The support with drive spindle: guides the glass
turntable as it rotates (Fig. 2).
The support wheels: The wheels must be oriented
in the right direction (Fig. 2).
If they do not turn correctly, check for any foreign
bodies underneath.
Fig. 2
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The wire shelf
(Fig. 1): allows you to brown or
grill food. The shelf should not, under any
circumstances, be used with other metal
cookware when using the microwave, grill +
microwave or fan + microwave settings.
However, you may heat food in an aluminium tray
providing it is separated from the shelf by a
plate.
Enamel dish
(Fig. 2):
this can be used as a bain-marie filled with
water to mid-height, for fan-assisted cooking. It
may also be used as a cooking dish.
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Ensure that the enamel dish is positioned
correctly in the middle of the shelf to allow air to
circulate freely. Do not use
the enamel dish for
combined conventional and microwave cooking
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There is a risk of damage.
The shelf + the enamel dish:
to roast and collect the cooking juices, place the
shelf over the en
amel dish (Fig. 3).
Side shelves
(Fig. 4): 2 shelf supports fitted with
hooks allow you to use the accessories at
three heights.
There are three possible levels, depending on
the cooking method and type of food (Fig. 4/5).
With the Grill or Grill + Microwave settings, the
accessories are placed on the first level for thick
foods like roasts and on the third level for thinner
foods like chops and sausages.
With the fan oven setting you can use the shelf
or the enamel dish on the first or second level as
a cooking dish.
Fig. 1
accessories
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
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Fig. 3
Warning:
Do not use the enamel dish for combined
conventional and microwave cooking. There is a
risk of damag
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Description
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FUNCTION/AUTOMATIC PROGRAMMING selector knob:
Used for selecting the various cooking modes or type of programme according to the
type of food (meat - fish - vegetables - cooked dishes - vegetables).
CONFIRMATION button:
Used for adjusting the power level and the temperature and confirming the values
selected.
CLOCK button:
Used for accessing the time and cooking time adjustments.
LOCK button:
Prevents use of the oven.
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START-STOP button.
Used for starting a programme and interrupting or cancelling the current programme.
Control Knob + / -:
Used for adjusting the time, cooking time, temperature and power level.
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control panel
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Description
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cooking function selector
Automatic cooking
Automatic defrosting
Fan assisted heating
High grill
Medium grill
Microwaves
Microwave and fan heating
Microwave + High grill
Microwave + Medium grill
Fan assisted grill
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The display guides you through programming the various settings:
Food categories for automatic programming (meat - fish - cooked dishes - vegetables).
Automatic programming (cooking and defrosting)
Temperature (degrees Celsius)
Microwave power level (Watts)
Food weight (grams)
Locking the controls
Cooking modes display
Cooking time icon
End of cooking symbol (with delayed start)
Programme time
Time
Automatic defrost indicator (AUTO)
Time set symbol
Shelf level indicator
Turntable symbol
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display
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