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Insignia NS-OTR16WH8, NS-OTR16SS8, NS-OTR16WH8-C, NS-OTR16BS8-C, NS-OTR16BS8 User Manual

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USER GUIDE
1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cookware and cooking materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Materials you can use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Materials to be avoided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Microwave oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting up your microwave oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the turntable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tips for the best results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cooking in your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Setting the clock] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the kitchen timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cooking quickly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Defrosting in your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking with the sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the stop/clear button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the vent fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the turntable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the child lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cleaning and maintaining your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning the outside of your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Cleaning the inside of your microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Cleaning and replacing the filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Replacing the lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Obtaining replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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SAFETY INFORMATION
For your 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:
1 Do not attempt to operate this microwave with the door open because this can result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
2 Do not place any object between the microwave front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3 Do not operate the microwave if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the microwave door closes
properly and that there is no damage to the: (a) door (bent) (b) hinges and latches (broken or loosened) (c) door seals and sealing surfaces
4 The microwave should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING
• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• Read and follow the specific “Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy:” on page 3.
• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “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 is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
• As with 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 Insignia 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 the cord or plug in water.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
• See door surface cleaning instructions on page 16.
Warning
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow the basic precautions included in the following sections.
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• To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity:
• Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the 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 the bag in the microwave oven.
• If materials inside the microwave oven ignite, keep the microwave oven door closed, turn the microwave oven off, and disconnect the powercord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
• 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, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated 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 HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL 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.
• Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-mouthed container.
• After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for at least for 20 seconds before removing the container.
• Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
• Clean the ventilation openings and grease filters frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on ventilation openings, louver, or grease filters.
• Use care when cleaning the louver and the grease filters. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the louver and the grease filters.
• When flaming food under the hood, turn the fan on.
• This appliance is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36” wide or less.
Unpacking and examining your microwave
Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back, and tilt the microwave oven over to rest on the plastic foam pad. Lift the carton off the microwave oven and remove all packing materials, including the User Guide, Installation Guide, templates (2), charcoal filter, and turntable (with ring). SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER.
• Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER.
• Read and SAVE the User Guide and Installation Guide.
Check the microwave oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing 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 Insignia repair center. See Installation Instructions for more details.
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
Electrical requirements
Check the Installation Instructions for proper location for the power supply.
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp. or more protected electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the microwave oven be provided.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electirc shock.
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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 CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PIN FROM THE PLUG. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
The power supply cord and plug must be connected to a separate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15 Amp, or more branch circuit, single grounded receptacle. The receptacle should be located inside the cabinet directly above the microwave oven mounting location as shown above.
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
•Read this User Guide 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.
• Your microwave oven is rated at1000 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure. In using recipes or package directions, check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly.
Notes
• If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instuctions, consult a qualified electrican or service person.
• Insignia does not accept any liability for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.
3-prong plug
Grounding plug
Ground receptacle box
3-prong receptacle
Opening for power cord
Ground receptacle
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ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING
• Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of the dish.
• Watch the 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 the recipe or cookbook for suggestions, such as paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap, or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
• Shield with small flat 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.
• Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside.
• Add standing time. Remove the food from the microwave oven and stir, if possible. Cover for the 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 include:
• 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.
Cookware and cooking materials
Cookware and other materials must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders because cookware may become hot.
Refer to “Materials you can use” on page 7 and “Materials to be avoided” on page 7 as a guide, then test before using.
Cookware and Materials Test: 1 Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup (250 ml) of cold water, along with the cookware or materials in
question.
2 Cook on maximum power for one minute. Do not exceed one minute cooking time.
3 Carefully feel the cookware or material. If the empty cookware or material is warm, do not use it for microwave
cooking.
Warning
Personal Injury Hazard Tightly-closed containers could explode. Closed containers should be opened
and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking.
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Materials you can use
Materials to be avoided
MATERIAL REMARKS
Aluminum foil
Use as shielding only. Small, smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is wrinkled or too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of the browning dish must be at least 3/16-in. (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Use microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars
Always remove the lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware
Use heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with a metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave the oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic
Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe.” Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced, or vented, as indicated on the package.
Plastic wrap
Use microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Use microwave-safe only (such as meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
MATERIAL REMARKS
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Use a microwave-safe dish instead.
Food carton with metal handle
May cause arcing. Use a microwave-safe dish instead.
Metal or metal trimmed utensils
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. The metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire 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.
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Features
•Sensor cooking
• 10 variable power levels
• Add 30 seconds and express cooking
• 1000W of power
• Exhaust fan with two speeds
•Task lighting
•Child lock
•Turntable
• Hidden vent
Package contents
• 1.6 cu. ft. over-the-range microwave oven
• Turntable (with ring)
• Installation hardware
• Mounting templates (2)
•Grease filters (2)
• Installation Guide
•User Guide
Microwave oven
Window
Control panel
Safety interlock system
Vent ope nings
Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE
Tur ntab le
Surface lights
Grease filters
BOTTOM
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