Microwave Oven
K17SJA09
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If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave potatoes
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table of contents
table of contents 2 - 3
know your Kenwood microwave 4
safety information 4 - 8
using aluminium foil in your microwave 9
unpacking and getting ready 10
introducing microwave cooking 11 - 16
cooking with a microwave 11 - 12
microwave heating categories 13
microwave cooking 19
two-stage cooking 20
delay start cooking (program set in advance) 21
auto cooking 22 - 23
auto menu 22 - 23
quick start cooking 24
potatoes cooking 25
auto reheat 26
defrosting 27 - 28
defrost by weight 27
defrost by time 38
querying the cooking function 29
to find out the cooking power 29
to find out the time 29
to find out the pre-set time 29
cleaning your microwave 30 - 31
troubleshooting 32 - 33
questions and answers 32 - 33
specication 34
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before use
operating instructions
care, maintenance and
troubleshooting
steam 14
condensation 14
product overview 14 - 15
control panel overview 15
checking your microwave 16
clock setting 17
setting the child lock 18
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know your Kenwood microwave
before using your Kenwood microwave
● Read these instructions carefully and retain for future
reference.
● Remove all packaging labels. Please dispose of them properly.
before calling for service
● Review the section on Troubleshooting. This will help you to
solve some general problems by yourself and reduce the need
to ask for the help of professional technicians.
safety information
general safety
● Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing tools/
attachments, after use and before cleaning.
● Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted
attachments.
● Never use a damaged machine.
● Never operate the machine when it is empty.
● Keep cord out of the reach of children.
● Keep power unit, cord or plug away from water.
● Never exceed the maximum capacities.
● When using an attachment, read the accompanying safety
instructions.
● Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy.
● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) 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
by a person responsible for their safety.
● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
● Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use.
The company responsible for this product, DSG Retail Limited,
will not accept any liability if the appliance is subjected to
improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.
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before use
GB-5
safety information
please read carefully and keep for future
reference
maintenance of your microwave
WARNING : It is hazardous for anyone other than a
qualified technician to carry out any service or repair operation
which involves the removal of a cover that gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the
oven must not be operated until it has been
repaired by a qualified technician.
● If smoke is observed, switch off, unplug the appliance and
keep the door closed in order to contain any flames.
● If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service
agent or a qualified technician.
● If you have a pacemaker, please contact your doctor before
using a microwave oven.
microwave use
● This microwave is not intended for commercial use.
● It should never be used for drying clothes or other non-food
purposes.
● The microwave should not be left unattended when in use.
● The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the
appliance is operating.
● To prevent high moisture content gathering inside the oven
cavity, open the door immediately after the cooking function
has stopped to allow steam to escape.
● Only use utensils that are suitable for microwave use.
● Care should be taken so metal objects are not used in the
microwave.
These include :
¨ Metal cooking utensils
¨ Metal plates or trays
¨ Wire twist ties
¨ Crockery with metal trims
¨ Meat thermometers
● Care should be taken when using paper, plastic, wooden or
other combustible materials in the oven as they can catch
fire.
● Oil & fat for deep frying should not be heated in the
microwave.
● Only use cling film designed for microwave use & take extra
care when removing the film to avoid steam burns.
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safety information
cooking use
As the power of different microwave ovens can vary
considerably, care must be taken when first using this appliance
as it may cook faster than expected.
● Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
WARNING : Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use
the oven in a safe way and understands the
hazards of improper use; DO NOT assume
that because a child has mastered one
cooking skill he/she can cook everything
without close supervision. The microwave
MUST NOT be treated nor used like a toy.
● Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content,
such as Christmas pudding or fruitcake. The sugar or fat can
overheat and in some cases catch fire.
fire!
In the event of fire:
● Keep the oven door closed.
● Turn off the power.
● Unplug the appliance from the mains power.
first aid
Treat scalding by:
● Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least
10 minutes.
● Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not use creams, oils or
lotions.
cleaning your microwave
The oven should be cleaned regularly and food deposits
removed. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition can
affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation. (See cleaning your microwave )
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before use
GB-7
safety information
do not use these in your microwave
● Never use equipment made of metal, except foil in your
microwave oven. The microwave energy cannot pass through
the metal so it bounces off and sparks against the inside of the
oven.
● Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment does cause
sparks.
● Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the
edge. Even this trim can cause sparks.
Containers / Certain foods
WARNING : Pressure will build up in sealed containers and
cause them to explode. Therefore, do not use
the following in your microwave:
¨ Sealed containers
¨ Capped bottles
¨ Vacuum containers
¨ Sealed jars
¨ Hard-boiled eggs
¨ Eggs in their shells
¨ Nuts
● Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as
potatoes.
● Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a
microwave. Damaged glass can explode.
delayed boiling
Liquids heated in a microwave can boil up when removing them
from the microwave.
Take the following precautions :
● Always stir liquids, before and after cooking.
● Allow them to stand.
● Use containers that are wider at the top than the bottom.
preparing food for babies
Extra care must be taken when preparing food or drink for babies
and small children.
● Always test the food or liquid temperature before giving it to a
baby.
● When using a baby bottle, ensure the teat is removed before
heating.
● When warming milk, ensure the bottle is shaken.
caution!
During cooking, the outer surface will become hot, do not touch
outer casing of appliance. Care should be taken not to store any
items on top of your microwave oven.
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earthing instructions
● WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
● This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-earthing conductor and an earthing plug.
● The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
installed and earthed in accordance with all local standard and
requirements.
warning!
● Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock.
● The wires in the cord are coloured as follows:
Green and Yellow = Earth,
Blue = Neutral,
Brown = Live.
● Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if
you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly earthed.
● Never modify the plug provided with the appliance.
● If the plug does not fit properly to the outlet, have a
qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.
safety information
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before use
GB-9
using aluminium foil in your microwave
It is safe to use aluminium foil in your microwave oven as long as
you follow these safety guidelines.
As with all metal, microwave energy cannot pass through foil, but
provided that you keep the foil away from the side of the oven it
will not cause sparks and there will not be any damage to
your oven.
Using foil is a good way of shielding parts of food that you do not
want to cook as quickly as others – perhaps where the food is
narrower and would otherwise overcook.
Place the foil over the area you want to shield, taking care that
the foil will not touch the sides of the oven when the turntable
rotates. Only use one piece of foil at a time so that you do not
get sparks between the separate pieces.
Follow these guidelines when using foil in your microwave:
● Remove foil lids from containers before using in the
microwave. Some lids are made of card with a foil covering
– these should be removed too. Use a microwave-safe
transparent lid if possible.
● Stir food during cooking if the container has a lid or film cover.
● Always use the glass turntable.
● Use shallow containers with a large surface area. Do not use
containers that are more than 1.25in (3.5cm) deep.
● Use oven gloves when handling hot foil containers.
● Do not completely cover food with foil. The microwave energy
cannot pass through the foil so the food will not cook.
● Do not let aluminium foil touch the inside of the oven.
● Do not use more than one piece of foil in the oven at the same
time.
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unpacking and getting ready
This microwave oven is designed for home use. It
should not be used for commercial catering.
1. After unpacking your oven, check that it has
not been damaged whilst in the box. Make
sure there are no dents on the oven, and the
door closes properly. A dented or damaged
oven could allow microwave energy to escape.
Make sure that you have taken all the
packaging out from the inside of the oven.
Please dispose of the plastic wrappings or
bags safely and keep them out of the reach of
babies and young children.
2. Choose a flat work surface for your microwave
away from heat sources such as radiators or
fires and away from cold areas.
You should allow a 10cm space all around the
oven and 30cm above it so that warm air can
escape from the vents during cooking – This
microwave is not designed to be built in.
3. Plug your oven into a standard household
electrical socket (230-240 volt, 13 amp rated).
Avoid using a socket that also has an adaptor
and other equipment plugged in. Do not use a
multi-adaptor.
4. Put the turntable ring inside the oven and
place the glass turntable on top of the ring.
The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the
spindle. You must always use the turntable
and ring whenever you use the microwave.
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auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
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fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave potatoes
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before use
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introducing microwave cooking
Always remember the basic safeguards you would follow when
using any cooking equipment or handling hot food.
See below for basic guidelines on microwave cooking.
If you are unfamiliar with using a microwave, refer to the back of
this instruction booklet for more information.
cooking with a microwave
● Cooking with a microwave is much faster than
conventional cooking and, whilst you should make
sure that the food is fully cooked, you should also be careful
not to overcook it.
● Microwave energy can heat unevenly so stirring to distribute
heat is very important. Always stir from the outside, inwards.
● If you are cooking a number of individual foods at the same
time, such as baked potatoes or small cakes, arrange them
evenly on the turntable so that they cook evenly. Never stack
food in your microwave.
● Turn larger foods such as meat roasts and poultry during
cooking so that the top and bottom cook evenly. It is also
recommended to turn pieces of meat or poultry, especially if
they contain the bone.
● Meat and poultry which is cooked for 15 minutes or more will
brown lightly in it’s own fat. Anything cooked for a shorter time
can be brushed with a browning sauce to give an appetising
colour.
● Strips of aluminium foil can be used to cover the thinner pieces
of food to stop them overcooking before the thicker parts of
the food have had a chance to cook. Use the foil sparingly and
wrap around the food or container carefully to stop it touching
the inside of the oven which could cause sparks.
NOTE: You should always have your microwave checked by a
qualified technician if it has been dropped or damaged to
ensure it is safe to use.
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● Microwave ovens cook food using microwave
energy that is similar to naturally occurring radio
waves. Normally, these “waves” would fade
as they dispersed into the atmosphere but in a
microwave oven they are concentrated onto the
food causing it to heat up.
● Microwave energy cannot pass through metal
– so it cannot escape from the inside of your
microwave oven – but it can pass through
materials like glass, porcelain, plastic and paper.
These materials are used in the manufacture of
microwave safe cooking equipment.
● Microwave safe cooking equipment will still get
hot as the food it contains heats up.
The microwave energy focuses on the moisture
in the food causing lots of tiny vibrations. The
vibrations get so great that the moisture, and the
food heats up. (Fig 1)
checking your cooking utensils
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cooking utensils
are safe to use in your microwave. If you are not
sure if you can use a utensil in your microwave,
follow this simple test:
1. Put the utensil into the oven next to a cup of
water – use a cup that you know is microwave-
safe. Close the door.
2. Turn the microwave oven on for 30 seconds
only.
3. At the end of the time, carefully check to see if
the water has warmed up.
If the water has not warmed up but the utensil
has, the utensil is not microwave-safe and
should not be used in the oven.
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microwave heating categories
Your oven has been tested and labelled to meet the government’s voluntary agreement
on the reheating of pre-cooked food.
The heating characteristics and output power levels of microwave ovens are usually
calculated using a relatively large portion of food (a 1000 gram load, IEC 705) but many
packs of pre-cooked food are sold in smaller packs, often about 350 grams.
The government, in partnership with food companies and microwave manufacturers,
have set up a system of heating categories to help you choose the reheating time for
pre-cooked food.
800W is the output power of the oven.
E is the heating category for your oven.
Check the cooking times for category E on
the food’s packaging to see how long it should
be cooked for. Please see below example for
reference.
To Microwave:
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Turn the heat on to full power.
Stir or Turn halfway through heating.
Heating
Category
Wattage
(IEC 705)
B D 650W 750W
Full power
(in minutes)
2 2 2 2
Stir / Turn Stir / Turn Stir / Turn
Full power
(in minutes)
2 1.5 2 1.5
Standing time
(in minutes)
1 1 1 1
To Microwave from frozen:
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Turn the heat on to full power.
Stir or Turn halfway through heating.
Heating
Category
Wattage
(IEC 705)
B D 650W 750W
Full power
(in minutes)
3 2.5 3 2.5
Stir / Turn Stir / Turn Stir / Turn
Full power
(in minutes)
4 3.5 4 3.5
Standing time
(in minute)
1 1 1 1
800W
E
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auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave potatoes
steam
When you microwave food, steam is created as
water in the food heats up and evaporates.
The steam formed during microwave cooking
is entirely safe. It has to escape from the
microwave to prevent pressure from building up
inside the oven. It does this through the vents
on the back of the oven and from around the
door.
condensation
As the steam cools, you may find the
condensation gathers in small pools inside your
microwave and on the work surface beneath the
door and vents.
Always dry the oven after cooking foods with a
high moisture content.
Your microwave is designed to let steam escape
from the vents and around the door without
microwave energy escaping. (Fig 1)
There is no danger of microwave energy
escaping with the steam.
product overview
1
control panel
door button
porridge
potatoes
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before use
GB-15
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
Accessories
part numbers 252100500496 and 252200200011 part number 261800303068
Glass Turnable x 1
Turnable Ring x 1
Instruction Manual x 1
LED display
Shows the clock , cooking
time and setting.
control panel overview
auto reheat button
Use this button to quickly set
cooking time and reheat your
food.
defrost button
Use this button to defrost the
food by weight or by time.
stop button
Use this button to stop
cooking and clear cooking
settings.
clock/pre-set button
Use this button to set the
clock and to preset cooking
time.
time/weight/auto
menu dial
Use this dial to set time and
food weight and to choose
the auto menu programs.
start button
Use this button to do quick
start cooking of 30 seconds,
increase cooking time by 30
seconds (by each press), or
conrm cooking settings.
potato button
Use this button to select
the cooking program for
potatoes.
microwave button
Use this button to select the
microwave function.
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auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
checking your microwave
Check your microwave after unpacking.
NOTE: For your safety, the microwave stops if
the oven door is opened during cooking.
1. Pull the handle to open the door.
Put the turntable ring inside the oven and
place the glass turntable on top of the ring.
The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the
spindle. (Fig 1)
You must always use the glass turntable
and turntable ring whenever you use the
microwave.
Place a cup of water on the glass turntable.
Make sure the cup is microwave-safe and it
should not have any decorative metal trim.
2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the stop button to clear any
settings that have already been made. (Fig 2)
4. Press the microwave button once and then
press start button. Turn the time/weight/
auto menu dial to adjust the time of the
microwave cooking cycle, which allows you
to check the operation of the microwave
oven.
5. Press the stop button to clear any
settings once the checking is complete.
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clock setting
When the microwave oven is connected to the mains power, the oven will display
0:00, and the microwave will sound once. Please ensure that you have set the clock
prior to use.
Please follow the steps below to set the clock.
1. Press the clock/pre-set and the hour
figures will flash.
2. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the hour figures. The
input time has to be within 0-23.
3. Press the clock/pre-set and the
minute figures will flash.
4. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the minute figures, the
input time has to be within 0-59.
5. Press the clock/pre-set again to
complete the clock setting.
: will start flashing and the time will
illuminate.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
2
4
1
3
5
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GB-18
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
setting the child lock
This feature prevents the electronic operation of the oven by locking the operation of
the control panel until you have cancelled it.
Please follow the steps below to set the child lock.
1. Press the stop button for 3 seconds.
A long tone will sound and the LED display will show to indicate the
microwave has set the child lock.
2. To release the child lock, press the
stop button again for 3 seconds and
a long tone will sound to indicate the
microwave has released the child lock.
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1
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operating instructions
GB-19
microwave cooking
For simple Microwave Cooking, follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to use 80% microwave power to cook for 20 minutes.
1. Press the microwave button once
and the LED display will show P100.
Press the button again to change the
microwave power level to P80.
NOTE: Alternatively, after you press the
microwave button once, you
can turn the time/weight/auto
menu dial to change the power
level to P80 as well.
2. Press the start button to confirm
the microwave power level.
3. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the cooking time until the
LED display shows 20:00.
4. Press the start button to confirm
and start cooking.
5. Press the stop button to stop
cooking and cancel the setting.
Microwave Button Control
Order LED Display M i c r o w a v e
Power
1 P100 100%
2 P80 80%
3 P50 50%
4 P30 30%
5 P10 10%
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1
2 , 4
3
5
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GB-20
two-stage cooking
For Two-Stage Cooking, please follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to defrost your food for 5 minutes and then to cook it with
80% microwave power for 7 minutes.
NOTE: You can set 2 stages for Two-
Stage Cooking at maximum. If
defrosting is among one of the
stages, then it needs to be set as
the first stage.
1. Press the defrost button twice to
initiate the multi-stage cooking with
defrost as the first stage. The LED
display will show dEF2.
2. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the defrosting time until
the LED display shows 5:00.
3. Press the microwave button once and
the LED display will show P100.
Press the button again to change the
microwave power level to P80.
NOTE: Alternatively, after you press the
microwave button once, you
can turn the time/weight/auto
menu dial to change the power
level to P80 as well.
4. Press the start button to confirm
the microwave power level.
5. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the cooking time until the
LED display shows 7:00.
6. Press the start button to confirm and
start cooking. The microwave oven will
sound once to indicate it has started the
defrosting count down. The microwave
oven will sound again as it starts the
microwave cooking (the second stage).
Once completed, the microwave oven
will sound five times.
7. Press the stop button to stop the cooking and cancel the setting.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
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1 , 2
3 , 5
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4 , 6
7
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operating instructions
GB-21
delay start cooking (program set in advance)
For Delay Start Cooking, set the clock first and follow the steps below.
For instance: The current time is 12 o’clock (noon) and you want to cook with 80%
microwave power for 5 minutes in an hour and a half time.
NOTE: You can only set 2 stages for Delay
Start Cooking at maximum. Defrost
cannot be set as one of those
stages. Auto Menu Cooking can only
be set as single stage. Ensure the
oven door is closed prior to setting
the program.
1. Press the microwave button once and
the LED display will show P100.
Press the button again to change the
microwave power level to P80.
NOTE: Alternatively, after you press the
microwave button once, you can
turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to change the power level to
P80 as well.
2. a Press the start button to confirm
the microwave power level.
b Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the cooking time until the
LED display shows 5:00.
ATTENTION: Do not press the start
button to confirm and start
cooking at this point.
3. a Press the clock/pre-set button to
preset the starting time for the cooking.
The hour figures will flash first.
b Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the starting time until the
LED display shows 13:00.
4. a Press the clock/pre-set button to
preset the starting time for the cooking.
The minute figures will flash first.
b Turn the time/weight/auto menu dial to adjust the starting time until the LED
display shows 13:30.
5. Press the start button to complete the setting. The microwave oven will sound
when the count down reaches the starting time and cooking will start automatically.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
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1 ,
2b ,
3b ,
4b
2b ,
3b ,
4b
2a ,
5
1
3a ,
4a
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auto cooking
This feature allows you to cook most of your food based on the food category and the
weight. Select the category and choose the default weight of the food. For quick reference
of the cooking time and the default weight, please refer to the Auto Menu table.
auto menu
1. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to select the Auto Menu program
required. The LED display will show A-1,
A-2, A-3 and so forth.
2. Press the start button to select the
program.
3. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial again to choose the default weight for
your chosen program. Please refer to the
Auto Menu table for more information.
4. Press the start button to confirm and
start cooking.
5. Press the stop button to stop the
cooking and cancel the setting.
For instance: If you want to cook 300g of fish
using Auto Menu program. Please follow the
steps below.
a. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to select the Auto Menu program for
fish. The LED display will show A-2.
b. Press the start button to confirm the
program selection.
c. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial again to select the default weight for
A-2 program until the LED display shows
300.
d. Press the start button to confirm and
start cooking.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1
1 , 3
2 , 4
5
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NOTE: The density and thickness of food can affect its cooking time. Ensure all food
is piping hot and cooked thoroughly before serving. It is essential that food is checked during and after
the recommended cooking time, even if Auto Menu was used.
Auto Menu table
Menu Weight Display Cooking Time Comments
A-1
pizza
200g 200 2’50”
This setting is designed for re-heating cooked
pizza slices (not frozen pizza).
400g 400 4’25”
A-2
fish
200g 200 3’50”
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly before
consuming. Additional cooking time may be
required for thicker pieces of fish.
300g 300 4’20”
400g 400 5’30”
A-3
vegetables
250g 250 4’10”
• Only use suitable microwavable containers
and cling film in the microwave oven.
• Check regularly to ensure the water does
not boil over.
350g 350 5’00”
450g 450 6’40”
A-4
meat
250g 250 4’40”
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly before
consuming. Additional cooking time may be
required for thicker pieces of meat.
350g 350 5’40”
450g 450 7’00”
A-5
pasta
50g 50 18’00”
50g of Pasta
+
450ml of Cold
Water
Only use suitable
microwavable
containers and
cling film in the
microwave oven.
Ensure to check the
cooking regularly
to make sure the
water does not boil
over.
•
•
100g 100 22’00”
100g of Pasta
+
800ml of Cold
Water
A-6
chicken
200g 200 5’00”
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly before
consuming. Additional cooking time may be
required for thicker pieces of chicken.
400g 400 8’40”
600g 600 10’10”
A-7
porridge
550g 550 8’50”
50g of Oat
+
500ml of Water
Only use suitable
microwavable
containers and
cling film in the
microwave oven.
Ensure to check the
cooking regularly
to make sure the
water does not boil
over.
•
•
1100g 1100 13’00”
100g of Oat
+
1000ml of Water
A-8
soup
200ml 200 2’00”
Only use suitable microwavable containers
and cling film in the microwave oven. Pierce
the film with a fork before cooking.
400ml 400 3’10”
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1. Press the start button to start the
quick start cooking. Press the button
again to increase by another 30
seconds, you may increase the cooking
time up to 95 minutes.
NOTE: This feature is ONLY applicable to
Microwave and Defrost programs.
This feature is NOT applicable to
Auto Menu and Defrost by Weight
programs.
2. Alternatively, you can turn the
time/weight/auto menu dial in anticlockwise direction to set the cooking
time with 100% microwave power first.
Then, press the start button to start
cooking.
3. Press the stop button to stop
cooking or cancel the setting.
quick start cooking
This feature allows you to quickly cook your food for 30 seconds with 100% microwave
power. Please follow the steps below.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1 , 2
2
1
3
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1. Press the potatoes button once
and the LED display will show 200.
This number is equivalent to 200g of
potatoes. Press the potatoes button
again and the LED display will show
400 and so forth.
NOTE: Alternatively, after you press the
potatoes button once, you can
turn the time/weight/auto
menu dial to change the weight to
400 as well.
2. After you have selected the weight,
press the start button to start cooking.
3. Press the stop button to stop
cooking or cancel the setting.
potatoes cooking
This feature is specially designed for you to quickly cook potatoes by weight.
Please follow the steps below.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1
2
3
1
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1. Press the auto reheat button once
and the LED display will show 200.
This number is equivalent to 200g of
food. Press the auto reheat button
again and the LED display will show
400 and so forth.
NOTE: Alternatively, after you press the
auto reheat button once, you
can turn the time/weight/auto
menu dial to change the weight to
400 as well.
2. After you have selected the weight,
press the start button to start cooking.
3. Press the stop button to stop
cooking or cancel the setting.
auto reheat
This feature allows you to quickly reheat your food by weight.
Please follow the steps below.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1
2
3
1
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defrost by weight
1. Press stop button once to clear
any previous program setting.
2. Press the defrost button once and
the LED display will show dEF1.
3. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to adjust the weight of your food.
The default range is 100g to 2000g.
4. Press the start button to start
defrosting.
TIPS: Large items may be frozen in the
centre. Therefore, to ensure even
thawing, turn them over from time
to time and break them into smaller
pieces during defrosting.
You will need to press the stop
button once to hold the defrosting
program and open the oven door.
After you rotate the food, you need
to press the start button to re-start
defrosting.
Place roasts fat-side down or whole
poultry breast-side down.
Drain liquids during defrosting as
the juices from food can get hot and
cook the food.
5. Press the stop button to stop
defrosting or cancel the setting.
defrosting
This feature allows you to defrost your frozen foods simply by entering the weight or time.
You may wish to place the frozen food on a microwave safe plate or dish before placing it
on the defrost rack. This is to ensure that any liquids released during defrosting will not spill
and dirty the interior of the oven.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
2
4
1 , 5
2
3
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defrost by time
1. Press the defrost button twice and
the LED display will show dEF2.
2. Turn the time/weight/auto menu
dial to set the defrosting leadtime.
NOTE: The maximum setting time is 95
minutes.
3. Press the start button to start
defrosting.
4. Press the stop button to stop
defrosting or cancel the setting.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1
3
4
1
2
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to find out the current cooking
power
1. Press the microwave button once
and the LED display will show the
current cooking power. It will last for 2 3 seconds and the oven will then return
to its original display.
to find out the time
2. Press the clock/pre-set button once
and the LED display will show the
time while the oven is in the cooking
state. It will last for 2 - 3 seconds and
the oven will then return to its original
display.
to find out the pre-set time
3. While the oven is still at the pre-set
state, press the clock/pre-set button
once and the LED display will show
the pre-set time. It will last for 2 - 3
seconds and the oven will then return
its original display.
querying the cooking function
This feature allows you to check and view the current power, time, and pre-set time of your
selected cooking program.
auto
reheat
defrost
clock/
pre-set
stop
start
auto menu
pizza
fish
vegetables
meat
pasta
chicken
porridge
soup
microwave
potatoes
1 , 2
3
2 , 3
1
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p
o
r
r
i
d
g
e
p
o
t
a
t
o
e
s
Cleaning your
The oven walls have a special enamel
coating which makes cleaning very
easy. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe off
any splashes or a paper towel to mop
up any spills. Wipe off grease with
a damp cloth and a little detergent.
Dry thoroughly. As with any oven,
if grease is left to accumulate, it
can smoke and even catch fire.
Clean behind the door ledge.
Make sure you keep the outlet grids clean.
Cleaning your oven each time you use it will help to prevent
Unplug your microwave from the mains and wait for the
On the right hand side wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover,
It is important that this wave guide cover is kept clean at all times.
Keep the inside of the door clean with a
damp cloth. Use warm soapy water for
stubborn marks and dry thoroughly.
The inside of the door has a special coating
and must not be cleaned with abrasive
pads or cleaning powders.
Treat the glass turntable as you would any
glass plate. After you have used it for more
than 15 minutes, allow it to cool down
before you use it again. Do not wash the
turntable in very hot water, this could crack
it.
Make sure the turntable is dry before you
put it back in the oven.
Wash the turntable ring in warm water. Do
not use very hot water which could make
it warp.
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troubleshooting
GB-31
p
o
r
r
i
d
g
e
p
o
t
a
t
o
e
s
Use warm soapy water to clean the
outside of the oven. Do not use abrasive
pads or powders that could scratch the
surface.
Unplug the oven
before cleaning the
power lead and the
oven.
Wipe with a damp
cloth and leave to
dry before plugging
it back in.
Do not remove
wave guide
cover: It is
important to
keep the cover
clean in the
same manner as
the inside
of the oven. If
grease is left
to accumulate, it
can smoke
and even catch
fire.
Keep the front of the oven clean so that the
door can close properly.
Be careful not to spill water into the vents.
a build up of stubborn marks that can be difficult to clean.
oven to cool down completely before cleaning.
microwaves are passed through this to enable your food to cook.
Wipe it with mild detergent and water and leave to dry.
microwave
NOTE: Do not remove any fixed parts from the inside of your microwave oven
during cleaning or at any other time.
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troubleshooting
If you have a problem that cannot be answered by these points, please contact your nearest store. Please note: If you call our service agency out to your home and the product is
found not to be faulty, or the instruction book has not been followed, our product
guarantee is not applicable and a call-out fee will be charged.
questions and answers
Q. Why doesn’t the food seem to cook?
A. Check that:
• the cooking time has been set
• the door is closed
• the power socket is not overloaded causing
the fuse to blow.
Q. Why does the food seem undercooked or
overcooked?
A. Check that:
• the correct cooking time has been set
• the correct power setting has been used.
Q. How can I stop eggs from popping?
A. When you cook or poach eggs in the
microwave, the yolk can sometimes pop as
steam builds up inside it. You can stop the
egg from popping by piercing the yolk with a
toothpick before cooking.
Never cook eggs that are still in their shells.
Q. Why is it so important that I allow
standing time after cooking?
A. With microwave cooking, many foods
build up enough heat inside them to continue
cooking even after they’ve been taken out of
the oven. Because microwave cooking works
from the outside of food inwards, standing
time lets you cook the centre of the food just
right without the outside being overcooked.
Q. Why does my oven sometimes take lon-
ger to cook than it says in the recipe?
A. First check that the oven was set as per
the recipe. Cooking times and heat settings
are suggestions to help prevent overcooking
but differences in the weight, size, shape and
starting temperature of food will all affect
how long it takes to cook – just as it does
with a conventional oven. Use your judgement along with the recipe to check whether
food has been cooked properly.
Q. Why do I get condensation on the inside
of the oven door?
A. Condensation is perfectly normal, especially when you are cooking food with a high
moisture content such as potatoes.
Q. Does the microwave energy get through
the window on the door?
A. No. The door has a special metal screen
with holes in that lets you see inside but
stops microwave energy from getting out.
Q. Steam comes out of the side of the door
and vents. Can microwave energy get out
too?
A. No. The door and vents are carefully
designed to let steam out during cooking but
keep microwave energy in. The gaps are not
big enough for microwave energy to escape.
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questions and answers
Q. What happens if the microwave is
switched on while the oven is empty?
A. The microwave will be damaged. Do not
switch the microwave on when there is nothing inside the oven. It is a good idea to keep a
cup of water in the oven just in case someone accidentally starts the microwave.
Q. Why doesn’t the oven light illuminate?
A. Open the door. If the light does not il-
luminate, the bulb has probably blown. Call a
qualified technician – do not try to change the
bulb yourself.
Q. There are sparks inside the oven when I
use the microwave. Will this cause any
damage?
A. Yes. Make sure that you are not using any
metal utensils and that your containers don’t
have a metal trim. You must not use metal in
your microwave, except foil, when you cook.
Q. Light is showing through the vents and
door. Does this mean the microwave
energy can escape?
A. No. It is normal for the light to be visible
and is nothing to be concerned about.
Q. Why do I get interference on my TV and
radio when I use the microwave?
A. Microwave ovens use radio waves similar
to those received by TVs and radios. You can
lessen the interference by moving your microwave further away from the TV or radio.
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specification
Input
230 - 240V ~50Hz
Ouput
750 - 800 Watts
Microwave Frequency
2450MHz
Outside Dimensions
461mm x 359mm x 280mm
(width x deep x height)
Power consumption
Microwave
1300 - 1400 Watts
Complies with EEC directives 89/336/EEC and 92/31/EEC.
Because we continually strive to improve our products, we may change specifications without prior notice.
The highest quality requirements are placed on our appliances. However, should a malfunction occur for
which you cannot find any information in the operating instructions, please contact the store where you
purchased your appliance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE
WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer
providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the
environment and health deriving from an inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent
materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder
of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a
crossed-out wheeled dustbin.
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With over 1 million spares and accessories available we can deliver direct to your door the very next day.
Visit www.partmaster.co.uk
or call
0870 6001 338
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NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote their corresponding part numbers:
Replacement Part Part Number
glass turntable 252100500496
turntable ring 252200200011
instruction manual 261800303068
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Hemel Hempstead • Herts • HP2 7TG
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If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
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