OWNER’S MANUAL
LIGHTWAVE CONVECTION
Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating.
MJ3281C
MJ3281CS
MFL67160139
www.lg.com
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CONTENTS
NOTE
CONTENTS
How the Microwave Function Works
Microwaves are a form of energy similar to radio,
television waves, and ordinary daylight. Normally,
microwaves spread outwards as they travel through the
atmosphere and disappear without eect.
This oven, however, has a magnetron that is designed
to make use of the energy in microwaves. Electricity,
supplied to the magnetron tube, is used to create
microwave energy.
These microwaves enter the cooking area through
openings inside the oven. A tray is located inside the
oven. Microwaves cannot pass through metal walls
of the oven, but they can penetrate such materials as
glass, porcelain and paper, the materials out of which
microwave-safe cooking dishes are constructed.
Microwaves do not heat cookware, though cooking
vessels will eventually get hot from the heat generated
by the food.
A very safe appliance
Your Microwave oven, is one of the safest
of all home appliances. When the door
is opened, the oven automatically stops
producing microwaves. Microwave energy
is converted completely to heat when it
enters food, leaving no “left over” energy
to harm you when you eat your food.
When the oven is not used, it is recommended to
unplug it from the electrical socket.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE USE
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Unpacking & Installing
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Method To Use Accessories As Per Mode
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Microwave-Safe Utensils
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Control Panel
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Setting The Clock
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Turn Table On / Off
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Child Lock
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Quick Start
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HOW TO USE
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Microwave Power Cooking
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Microwave Power Level
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Grill Cooking
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Grill Combi Cooking
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Convection Preheat
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Convection Cooking
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Convection Combi Cooking
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More Or Less Cooking
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Chef Recipe And Guide
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Active Convection And Guide
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Grill Temp Control And Guide
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Crispy Reheat And Guide
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Defrost & Bake And Guide
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Auto Defrost And Defrosting Guide
FOOD CHARACTERISTICS &
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MICROWAVE COOKING
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please keep for future reference. Read and follow all instructions before using your oven to prevent the risk of fre,
electric shock, personal injury, or damage when using the oven. This guide does not cover all possible conditions
that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These word means:
This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious bodily harm or death.
This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause bodily injury or property damage.
1
Do not attempt to tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, door seals, control
panel, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven which would involve the removal of any
cover protecting against exposure to microwave energy. Do not operate the oven if the door seals
and adjacent parts of the microwave oven are faulty. Repairs should only be undertaken by a qualified
service technician.
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Unlike other appliances, the microwave oven is a high-voltage and a high electrical-current piece of equipment.
Improper use or repair could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy or an electrical shock.
2
Do not use the oven for the purpose of dehumidification. (For example: Operating the microwave oven
with wet newspapers, clothes, toys, electric devices, pet or child etc.)
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It can cause serious damage to safety which can result in a fire, burn or sudden death due to an electrical shock.
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The appliance is not intended for use by young children or elderly persons. 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.
•
Improper use may cause damage such as a fire, electric shock or burn.
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Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.
•
They may get burnt.
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Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are likely to explode.
Remove the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or defrosting. Note that in some cases food
should be covered with plastic film, for heating or cooking.
•
They could burst.
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Be certain to use proper accessories on each operation mode, refer to guide page 8.
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Improper use could result in damage to your oven and accessories, or could cause sparks and a fire.
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Children should not be allowed to play with accessories or hang down from the door handle.
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They may get hurt.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
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It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation
that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
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When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult
supervision due to the high temperatures generated.
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You cannot operate your oven with the door open due to the safety interlocks built into the door
mechanism. It is important not to tamper with the safety interlocks.
•
It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy. (Safety interlocks automatically switch off any
cooking activity when the door is opened.)
2
Do not place any object (such as kitchen towels, napkins, etc.) between the oven front face and the door
or allow food or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
•
It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.
3
Do not operate your oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly
and that there is no damage to the: (1) door(bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loose), (3) door seals
and sealing surfaces.
•
It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy.
4
Please ensure cooking times are correctly set, small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating
time.
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Over cooking may result in the food catching on fire and subsequent damage to your oven.
5
When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven,
Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow necks.
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Do not overheat.
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Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time.
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After heating, let it stand in the oven for a short time; stir or shake it again carefully and check the
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temperature of it before consuming to avoid burns (especially, contents of feeding bottles and baby
food jars).
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Be careful when handling the container. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling
without evidence of bubbling. This could result in hot liquids suddenly boiling over.
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An exhaust outlet is located on the top, bottom or side of the oven. Don’t block the outlet.
•
It could result in damage to your oven and poor cooking results.
7
Do not operate the oven when empty. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use.
The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started.
•
Improper use could result in damage to your oven.
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Do not cook food wrapped in paper towels, unless your cook book contains instructions for the food you
are cooking. And do not use newspaper in place of paper towels for cooking.
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Improper use can cause an explosion or a fire.
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Do not use wooden containers and ceramic containers that have metallic (e.g. gold or silver) inlays.
Always remove metal twist ties. Check that the utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens before
use.
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They may heat-up and char. Metal objects in particular may arc in the oven, which can cause serious damage.
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Do not use recycled paper products.
• They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking.
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Do not rinse the tray and rack by placing it in water just after cooking. This may cause breakage or
damage.
•
Improper use could result in damage to your oven.
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Be certain to place the oven so the front of the door is 8 cm or more behind the edge of the surface on
which it is placed, to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance.
•
Improper use could result in bodily injury and oven damage.
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Before cooking, pierce the skin of potatoes, apples or any such fruit or vegetables.
•
They could burst.
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Do not cook eggs in their shell. Eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs should not be heated in
microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
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Pressure will build up inside the egg which will burst.
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Do not attempt deep fat frying in your oven.
•
This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.
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If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the oven from the power supply and keep the oven door
closed in order to stifle any flames.
•
It can cause serious damage such as a fre or electric shock.
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When food is heated or cooked in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible
materials, keep an eye on the oven and check it frequently.
•
Your food may pour due to the possibility of container deterioration, which can also cause a re.
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The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Do not touch
the oven door, outer cabinet, rear cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes during grill mode,
convection mode and auto cook operations, before clearing make sure they are not hot.
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As they become hot, there is danger of getting burnt unless wearing thick culinary gloves.
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The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.
•
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface.
This could adversely aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
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If there are heating elements, the appliance becomes hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid
touching the heating elements inside the oven.
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There is danger of getting burnt.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for their popcorn product. Do not leave the oven
unattended while the corn is being popped. If corn fails to pop after the suggested times, discontinue
cooking. Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn. Never attempt to pop leftover kernels.
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Overcooking could result in the corn catching re.
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This appliance must be earthed.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid potential hazards.
•
Improper use may cause serious electrical damage.
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Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass.
•
They can scratch the surface, which may result in the glass shattering.
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This oven should not be used for commercial catering purposes.
•
Improper use could result in damage to your oven.
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The microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open.
•
If the door is closed while operating, the airow will get worse possibly resulting in a fre or damage to your oven
and the cabinet.
The connection may be achieved by having the plug accessible or by incorporating a switch in the
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fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
•
Using an improper plug or switch can cause an electric shock or re.
The microwave oven should be used freestanding.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
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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.
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BEFORE USE
High rack
Low rack
Metal tray
Rotating ring
Glass tray
CAUTION
BEFORE USE
Unpacking & Installing
By following the basic steps on these two pages you will be able to quickly check that your oven is operating correctly.
Please pay particular attention to the guidelines on where to install your oven. When unpacking your oven make sure
you remove all accessories and packing materials. Check to make sure that your oven has not been damaged during
shipping.
1 Unpack your oven and place it on a at level surface.
2 Place the oven on the level location of your choice with more
than 85 cm height but make sure there is at least 20 cm of
space on the top and 10 cm at the rear for proper ventilation.
The front of the oven should be at least 8 cm from the edge of
the surface to prevent tipping.
An exhaust outlet is located on bottom or side of the oven.
Blocking the outlet can damage the oven.
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THIS OVEN SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR COMMERCIAL CATERING PURPOSES.
3 Plug your oven into a standard household socket. Make sure your oven is the only appliance connected to the socket.
If your oven does not operate properly, unplug it from the electrical socket and then plug it back in.
4
Open your oven door by pulling the door handle. Place the rotating ring inside the oven and place the glass tray on top.
5 Fill a microwaveable-safe container with 300 ml (1/2 pint) of water.
Place on the glass tray and close the oven door.
If you have any doubts about what type of container to use
please refer to Page 9.
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SECONDS
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Press the STOP/CLEAR button, and press the START/QUICK START button
once to set 30 seconds of cooking time.
7 The DISPLAY will count down from 30 seconds.
When it reaches 0 it will sound BEEPS. Open the oven door
and test the temperature of the water.
If your oven is operating the water should be warm.
Be careful when removing the container it may be hot.
YOUR OVEN IS NOW INSTALLED
8 The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before
consumption in order to avoid burns.
Method To Use Accessories As Per Mode
Microwave
High rack
Low rack
Glass tray
Metal tray
Caution: Use accessories in accordance with cooking guides!
Grill
Convection Grill combi Conv combi
Acceptable
Not Acceptable
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CAUTION
Microwave-Safe Utensils
Never use metal or metal trimmed utensils when using microwave function
Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce o any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming
phenomenon that resembles lightning. Most heat resistant non metallic cooking utensils are safe for use in your
oven. However, some may contain materials that render them unsuitable as microwave cookware. If you have any
doubts about a particular utensil, there’s a simple way to nd out if it can be used in the microwave.
Place the utensil in question next to a glass bowl lled with water when using microwave function. Microwave at
power HIGH for 1 minute. If the water heats up but the utensil remains cool to the touch, the utensil is microwave-safe.
However, if the water does not change temperature but the utensil becomes warm, microwaves are being absorbed
by the utensil and it is not safe for use when using microwave function. You probably have many items on hand in
your kitchen right now that can be used as cooking equipment in the microwave. Just read through the following
checklist.
Dinner plates
Many kinds of dinnerware are microwave-safe. If in doubt consult the manufacturer’s literature or perform the
microwave test.
Glassware
Glassware that is heat-resistant is microwave-safe. This would include all brands of oven tempered glass cookware.
However, do not use delicate glassware, such as tumblers or wine glasses, as these might shatter as the food warms.
Plastic storage containers
These can be used to hold foods that are to be quickly reheated. However, they should not be used to hold foods that
will need considerable time in the oven as hot foods will eventually warp or melt plastic containers.
Paper
Paper plates and containers are convenient and safe to use when using microwave function, provided that the
cooking time is short and foods to be cooked are low in fat and moisture. Paper towels are also very useful for
wrapping foods and for lining baking trays in which greasy foods such as bacon are cooked. In general, avoid
coloured paper products as the colour may run. Some recycled paper products may contain impurities which could
cause arcing or res when used in the microwave.
Plastic cooking bags
Provided they are made specially for cooking, cooking bags are microwave safe. However, be sure to make a slit
in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking in using microwave function, as
they will melt and rupture.
Plastic microwave cookware
A variety of shapes and sizes of microwave cookware are available. For the most part, you can probably use items
you already have on hand rather than investing in new kitchen equipment.
Pottery, stoneware and ceramic
Containers made of these materials are usually ne for use when using microwave function, but they should be tested
to be sure.
• Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable as cooking utensils.
• Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the microwave.
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Control Panel
1
2
4
6
3
5
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Part
CHEF RECIPE
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Chef Recipe allows you to cook most of your
favourite food by selecting the food type and the
weight of the food.
See page 16 “Chef recipe”
ACTIVE CONVECTION
2
See page 19 ”Active convection“
GRILL TEMP CONTROL
3
See page 21 “Grill temp control”
CRISPY REHEAT
4
See page 23 “Crispy reheat”
DEFROST & BAKE
5
See page 24 “Defrost & bake”
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9
:
TURN TABLE ON/OFF
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You can select turn table on or o.
AUTO DEFROST
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See page 25 “Auto defrost”
COOK MODE
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• Determine the selected cooking category.
• Set cooking times, temperature and power level.
• While cooking with auto and manual function, you
can increase or decrease the cooking time at any
point by turning the dial (except defrost mode).
STOP/CLEAR
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• Stop over and clear all entries except time of day.
START/QUICK START
:
• In order to start cooking what is selected,
press button once.
• The quick start feature allows you to set 30 second
intervals of HIGH power cooking with a touch of
the quick start button.
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NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
Setting The Clock
You can set either 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock.
The following example will show you how to set the
time for 14:35 when using the 24 clock.
Plug your oven for the first time.
1
” 24H ”appears on the display.
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
(If you want to change a different option after setting
clock, you have to unplug and plug it back in.)
2
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
3
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
The clock starts counting.
until display shows “14:00“.
for 24 clock
for confirmation.
until display shows “14:35”.
.
Child Lock
The following example will show you how to set the child lock.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Press and hold
and
“
The
CHILD LOCK
If any button is pressed,
and
“
3
To cancel
STOP/CLEAR
You will hear BEEP when it’s unlocked.
Your oven has a safety feature that prevents
accidental running of the oven.
Once the child lock is set, you will be unable to use
any functions and no cooking can take place.
STOP/CLEAR
appears on the display and BEEP sounds.
”
is now set.
will appear on the display.
”
CHILD LOCK
until “
until
“CHILD LOCKED”
“CHILD LOCKED”
press and hold
CHILD LOCKED”
disappears.
• When your oven is plugged in for the first time
you will have to reset the clock.
• If the clock (or display) shows any strange looking
symbols, unplug your oven from the electrical
socket and plug it back in and reset the clock.
Turn Table On/Off
For best cooking results, leave the turn table be on.
It can be turned off for large dishes. Press “ TURN TABLE ”
to turn the turn table on or off.
• Sometimes the turn table can become hot to touch.
Be careful touching the turn table during and after
cooking.
• Do not run an empty microwave.
Quick Start
The following example will show you how to set
2 minutes of cooking on high power (900 W).
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Press
START/QUICK START
2 minutes on high power (900 W).
Your oven will start before you have finished the
fourth press.
3
During
START/QUICK START
extend the cooking time up to 99 minutes
59 second by turning the
The
START/QUICK START
30 second intervals of HIGH power (900 W) cooking
by pressing the
START/QUICK START
four times to select
cooking, you can
COOK MODE
feature allows you to set
dial.
button.
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NOTE
HOW TO USE
Microwave Power Cooking
The following example will show you how to cook some
food on 720 W power for 5 minutes.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indication is displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
3
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
to select
until display shows “720 W”.
Microwave
for mode confirmation.
for power
.
“.
4
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
• Your oven has 5 microwave power settings. High
power is automatically selected and turning off
COOK MODE
• Food to be cooked should be placed in a
microwaveable-safe utensil.
• Please do not use the following accessories.
High rack Low rack
until display shows “5:00”.
will select a different power level.
Microwave Power Level
This oven is equipped with 5 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking.
The table below shows some examples of food and their recommended cooking power levels for use with this oven.
POWER LEVEL OUTPUT USE ACCESSORY
• Boil water
HIGH
MED-HIGH
MED
MED-LOW
LOW
900 W
720 W
540 W
360 W
180 W
• Brown minced beef
• Cook poultry pieces, fish, vegetables
• Cook tender cuts of meat
• All reheating
• Roast meat and poultry
• Cook mushrooms and shellfish
• Cook foods containing cheese and eggs
• Bake cakes and scones
• Prepare eggs
• Cook custard
• Prepare rice, soup
• All thawing
• Melt butter and chocolate
• Cook less tender cuts of meat
• Soften butter & cheese
• Soften ice cream
• Raise yeast-based dough
Microwave-safe
plate
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NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Grill Cooking
The following example will show you how to use the grill
to cook food for 12 minutes.
Press
1
2
3
4
STOP/CLEAR.
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indication is displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
to select
until display shows “12:00”.
Grill.
for grill confirmation.
”.
Grill Combi Cooking
The following example will show you how to programme
your oven with microwave power 360W and grill for a
cooking time of 25 minutes.
Press
1
2
3
4
STOP/CLEAR.
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indications are displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
Turn
COOK MODE
to select
until display shows “360 W”.
until display shows “25:00”.
Grill Combi.
for grill combi
for power confirmation.
”.
” “
Always use gloves when removing the food
and accessories after cooking as the oven &
accessories will be very hot.
• This feature will allow you to brown and get food
crisper more quickly.
• For the best result, use
the following accessory.
High rack
5
Press
START/QUICK START.
• Your oven has a combination cooking feature
which allows you to cook food with
Microwave.
This generally means it takes less time to cook your
food.
• You can set three kinds of microwave power level
(180 W, 270 W, and 360 W) in grill combi mode.
• This feature will allow you to brown and get food
crisper more quickly.
• For the best result use
the following accessory.
High rack
Heater
and
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HOW TO USE
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Convection Preheat
The following example shows you how to preheat
the oven to a temperature of 200° C.
Press
1
2
3
4
STOP/CLEAR.
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indication is displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Press
START/QUICK START.
Preheating will be started with the display “PREHEAT”.
to select
until display shows “200° C”.
.
Conv
“.
for convection
for temperature
Convection Cooking
The following example shows you how to cook some
food at a temperature of 230° C for 50 minutes.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indication is displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
3
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Turn
4
COOK MODE
to select
until display shows “230° C”.
until display shows “50:00”.
.
Conv
“.
for convection
for temperature
• The convection oven has a temperature range of
40° C and 100~230° C.
• The oven has a ferment function at the oven
temperature of 40° C. You should wait until the
oven is cool because you cannot use a ferment
function if the oven temperature is over 40° C.
• Your oven will take a few minutes to reach the
selected temperature.
• Once it has reached correct temperature, your
oven will BEEP to let you know that it has reached
the correct temperature.
• Then place your food in your oven and to start
cooking.
5
Press
START/QUICK START.
Always use gloves when removing the food
and accessories after cooking as the oven &
accessories will be very hot.
If you do not set a temperature your oven
will automatically select 180° C, the cooking
temperature can be changed by turning
MODE.
For the best result please use
the following accessory.
COOK
Low rack
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HOW TO USE
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Convection Combi Cooking
The following example shows you how to programme
your oven with the microwave power 270W and at a
convection temperature of 200
25 minutes.
Press
1
2
3
4
STOP/CLEAR.
Turn
COOK MODE
The following indications are displayed: “
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
° C
for a cooking time of
to select
until display shows “270 W”.
until display shows “200° C”.
Conv. Combi.
for Convection Combi
for power
for temperature
“, “
“.
More Or Less Cooking
The following example shows you how to change the
COOK programmes for a longer or shorter cooking time.
Press
1
2
3
STOP/CLEAR.
Set the required preset
Select weight of food.
Press
START/QUICK START.
Turn
COOK MODE.
The cooking time will increase or decrease.
• If you find that your food is over or undercooked
when using the preset COOK programme, you
can increase or decrease cooking time by turning
the
COOK MODE.
• You can lengthen or shorten the cooking time
(except defrost mode) at any point by turning the
COOK MODE.
COOK
program.
5
Turn
COOK MODE
6
Press
START/QUICK START.
Always use gloves when removing the food
and accessories after cooking as the oven &
accessories will be very hot.
You can set three kinds of microwave power level
(180 W, 270 W and 360 W).
• For the best result use
the following accessory.
until display shows “25:00”.
Low rack
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HOW TO USE
NOTE
Chef Recipe
The following example will show you how to
Cook 0.6 kg of roast beef.
Press
1
2
3
STOP/CLEAR.
Press
CHEF RECIPE.
The following indication is displayed: “
Turn
COOK MODE
“4 ROAST BEEF”.
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
until display shows
for category
4
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
When cooking you can increase or decrease cooking
time by turning
“.
• Chef Recipe menus are programmed.
• Chef Recipe allows you to cook most of your
favourite food by selecting the food type and the
weight of the food.
until display shows “0.6 kg”.
COOK MODE.
Chef Recipe Guide
Category Instructions
1. Quiche lorraine
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : 28 cm Tart pan on the
low rack
Ingredients;
1 baked pie shell \ 125 g smoked slab bacon, grated
1 tablespoons oil \ 2 eggs, lightly beaten \ 125 g milk
125 g cream \ Nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste \ 100 g grated cheese
1. Place baked pie shell on a tart pan.
2. Cook bacon in lightly oiled frying pan until lightly browned and drain away
excess fat.
3. Mix eggs, milk, cream, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
4. Spread grated cheese evenly onto baked pie shell.
5. Pour egg-cream mixture on top then place tart pan on the low rack. Choose
the menu, press start.
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Chef Recipe Guide
Category Instructions
2. Rice/Pasta
- Weight Limt : 0.1~0.3 kg
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : Microwave-safe bowl
(deep glass pot)
Ingredients for rice
Butter,melted 30 g 40 g 50 g
Onion,grated 50 g 75 g 100 g
Chicken stock or water 250 ml 500 ml 750 ml
Bouquet garni and salt To taste
Add rice and melted butter in a deep and large bowl(3 L) and mix well.
Pour boiling chicken stock or water and add bouquet garni and salt.
Cover and vent with wrap.
Place the bowl in the oven. Choose the menu and weight, press start.
After cooking, stir and stand covered for 5~10 minutes if needed.
Ingredients for pasta
Pasta 100 g 200 g 300 g
Water 400 ml 800 ml 1200 ml
Place pasta and boiling water with salt in a deep and large bowl (3 L).
Place the bowl in the oven. Choose the menu and weight, press start.
After cooking, stand for 1~2 minutes. Rinse pasta with cold water.
Rice 100 g 200 g 300 g
Salt To taste
HOW TO USE
3. Chocolate cake
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : 26 x 11 x 7.5 cm Pound
cake pan on the low
rack
4. Roast beef
- Weight Limt : 0.5~2.0 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil :
5. Stued zucchini
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil :
Low rack on the metal
tray
Metal tray on the low
rack
Ingredients
70 g yoghurt \ 50 g raisin seed oil \ 170 g sugar \ 110 g MaÏzena
50 g cocoa powder \ 1 teaspoon baking powder
3 eggs, lightly beaten \ 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mix yoghurt and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add MaÏzena, cocoa powder,
baking powder and salt and mix. Then add eggs and oil and mix until
moistened.
Pour batter into a greased pound cake pan. Place pound cake pan on the low
rack. Choose the menu, press start. After cooking, remove from the oven and let
them cool.
Brush beef with melted butter or oil and season as desired.
Place food on the low rack on the metal tray. Choose the menu and weight,
press start.
When BEEP sound occurs, turn food over and then press start to continue cooking.
After cooking, stand covered with foil for 10 minutes.
Ingredients
4 round zucchini (200 g per each) \ 500 g ground beef
2 tablespoons olive oil \ Salt and pepper to taste
Cut tops o zucchini to form hats and seed them, taking care not to pierce esh
or skin. Stu zucchinis with ground beef and replace hat.
Place stued zucchini on the metal tray on the low rack and drizzle with olive
oil. Choose the menu, press start.
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HOW TO USE
Chef Recipe Guide
Category Instructions
6. Gratin dauphinois
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : 20 x 20 cm Baking dish
on the low rack
Ingredients
1 kg potatoes \ 1 clove garlic \ 20 g butter / 300 g cream
100 g grated cheese \ Nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste
Peel and wash potatoes then cut into 5 mm slices. Rub inside of a baking dish
with garlic clove and butter.
Place half of potatoes in the baking dish and season. Fill with remaining
potatoes and season then pour cream and cheese over the top.
Place the baking dish on the low rack. Choose the menu, press start.
7. Lasagna
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : 26 x 17 cm Baking dish
on the low rack
8. Apple tart
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : 28 cm Tart pan on the
low rack
Ingredients for meat sauce
9 uncooked lasagna noodles \ 2 kg meat and tomato sauce
40 g grated cheese \ 4 tablespoons olive oil \ Salt and pepper to taste
Place 3 lasagna noodles side by side on bottom of a baking dish,
covering bottom. Spread 1/3 of meat and tomato sauce on top.
Continue with 3 lasagna noodles and another 1/3 of meat and tomato sauce
then nish with last 3 lasagna noodles and
Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
Place baking dish on the low rack. Choose the menu, press start.
Meat and tomato sauce
1 celery stalk \ 2 onions \ 1 clove garlic \ 1.4 kg well-ripe tomatoes
1 sprig thyme \ 1 bay leaf \ 500 g ground beef \ Salt and pepper to taste
Finely chop celery, onions, garlic and tomatoes.
Cook celery, onions and garlic in a lightly oiled frying pan until soft.
Add tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Stir and simmer for 30 minutes.
Cook ground meat in another lightly oiled frying pan for 5 minutes while stirring
constantly. Pour tomato sauce into meat and cook for 5 minutes.
Ingredients
1 baked pie shell \ 5 apples
20 grams sugar \ 2 tablespoons liquid honey
1. Place baked pie shell on a tart pan.
2. Chop 2 1/2 apples and place in a frying pan with sugar. Simmer until apple
is soft. Cut remaining apples into 5 mm slices. Spread cooked apples onto
bottom of pie sell and arrange sliced apples in spiraling rosettes over entire
surface. Finally spread honey on top.
3. Place tart pan on the low rack. Choose the menu and weight, press start.
After cooking, remove from the oven and let them cool.
remaining meat and tomato sauce.
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NOTE
Active Convection
HOW TO USE
The following example will show you how to cook 0.3 kg
of chicken pieces.
Press
1
2
3
STOP/CLEAR.
Press
ACTIVE CONVECTION.
The following indication is displayed: “
Turn
COOK MODE
“2 CHICKEN PIECES”.
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
until display shows
for category
” , “ “.
Active Convection Guide
4
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
When cooking you can increase or decrease cooking
time by turning
• Active Convection menus are programmed.
• Active Convection allows you to cook most of
your favourite food by selecting the food type and
the weight of the food.
until display shows “0.3 kg”.
COOK MODE.
Category Instructions
1. Roast chicken
- Weight Limit : 0.8~1.8 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : Low rack on the metal tray
2. Chicken pieces
- Weight Limit : 0.2~0.8 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : High rack on the metal tray
3. Roast pork
- Weight Limit : 0.5~2.0 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : Low rack on the metal tray
Brush whole chicken with melted butter or oil and season as desired.
Place whole chicken breast-side down on the low ra ck on the metal tray.
Choose the menu and weight, press start. When BEEP sound occurs, drain
juices and turn food over immediately and then press start to continue
cooking. After cooking, stand covered with foil for 10 minutes.
Brush chicken pieces with melted butter or oil and season as desired.
Place food on the
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
When BEEP sound occurs, turn food over and press start to continue cooking.
Brush pork with melted butter or oil and season as desired.
Place food on the low rack on the metal tray.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
After cooking, stand covered with foil for 10 minutes.
high rack on the metal tray
.
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HOW TO USE
Active Convection Guide
Category Instructions
4. Fresh pizza
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil :
Metal tray on the low rack
Ingredients
Dough:
120 g all-purpose or bread flour \ 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/3 teaspoon salt \ 1 teaspoon sugar \ 70 ml warm water
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus little for coating
Topping :
3 tablespoons tomato sauce \ 30 g sausage, sliced
1/2 onion, sliced \ 2 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 fresh pepper \ 100 g shredded Mozzarella cheese
Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Knead with an electric mixer to make smooth and elastic dough.
Roll dough out and place dough on the metal tray.
Spread pizza sauce. Top with toppings and cheese.
Place the metal tray on the low rack. Choose the menu, press start.
5. Cookies
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : High rack + Low rack Room
6. Baked potatoes
- Weight Limit : 0.2~1.0 kg
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : Low rack
7. Small cakes
- Food Temp : Room
- Utensil : Paper mun cups on the
metal tray on the low rack
Ingredients;
80 g brown sugar \ 80 g butter, softened
1 egg, lightly beaten \ 180 g all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder \ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
100 g mini chocolate chips
Mix brown sugar and softened butter. Gradually add egg and stir until
light and uy. Add our, baking powder, baking soda and chocolate
chips and mix well.
Drop dough by tablespoon onto the high rack and low rack covered with
aluminum foil. Cookies should be spaced 2 cm apart.
Place high rack and low rack in the oven. Choose the menu, press start.
After cooking, place food on the low rack and let them cool.
Choose medium sized potatoes (200~220 g per each).
Wash and dry potatoes.
Place food on the low rack.
After cooking, stand covered with foil for 10 minutes.
Ingredients;
60 g sugar \ 100 g butter, softened
2 eggs, lightly beaten \ 150 g all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10~13 ea paper muffin cups (50 mm base x 30 mm height)
Mix sugar and softened butter. Gradually add eggs and stir until light and
uy. Add our and baking powder and mix well.
Evenly ll paper mun cups with butter (25~30 g per each). Place mun
cups on the metal tray on the low rack. Choose the menu, press start.
After cooking, place food on the low rack and let them cool.
Pierce potatoes several times with a fork.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
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Grill Temp control
NOTE
HOW TO USE
The following example will show you how to use keep
warm at a temperature of 80° C for 30 minutes.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Press
GRILL TEMP CONTROL.
The following indication is displayed: “
3
Turn
COOK MODE
“2 KEEP WARM”.
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
until display shows
for category
“.
Grill Temp Control Guide
Category Instruction
1. Slow cook
-Weight Limit :
-Utensil : Heatproof glass dish with
110° C (High) / 90° C
(Low)
cover on turntable
This function maintains a relatively low temperature compared to other
cooking methods (such as baking, boiling, and frying), for many hours
allowing unattended cooking of pot roast, stew, and other suitable dishes.
90° C (Low) Setting
The low setting gently simmers food for an extended period of time without overcooking or burning.
No stirring is required when using this setting.
110° C (High) Setting
The high setting will cook food in approximately half the time required for
the low setting. Some foods may boil when cooked on the high setting,
so it may be necessary to add extra liquid. Occasional stirring of stews and
casseroles will improve
Searing and browning before slow cooking is not necessary, but this will
help to seal in the juices and avours, and keeps the meat tender.
Slow cook guide;
Traditional
cooking time
35 to 60 minutes 6 to 10 hrs 3 to 4 hrs 4 to 6 hrs 2 to 3 hrs
1 to 3 hours 8 to 10 hrs 4 to 6 hrs 5 to 6 hrs 3 to 4 hrs
4
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
Turn
COOK MODE
5
Press
START/QUICK START
For the best results with the grill temp control
function, be sure to keep the oven cavity has
cooled before use.
avor distribution.
S
low cooker cooking time
(without searing)
90° C(Low) 110° C(High) 90° C(Low) 110° C(High)
until display shows “80° C”.
until display shows “30:00”.
.
Slow cooker cooking time
(with searing)
2. Keep warm
- Weight Limit : 60° C~ 80° C
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish with
cover on turntable
Heat from the top and bottom elements are used to maintain set
temperature. You can use this function to keep food warm until ready to
serve.
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HOW TO USE
Grill Temp Control Guide
Category Instruction
3. Food dry
- Weight Limit : 40° C ~ 90° C
- Utensil : Metal tray on the low rack
With this function, you can dry fruit, veggies, and beef into healthy and
nutritional snacks and tasty jerky without chemicals and preservatives.
Place baking paper on tray and spread food into a single layer.
Food dry guide
Food type Preparation Set temp Time Use
Bananas Slice into 5~6mm
Figs Remove stems and
Kiwi Peel, slice into 8~12
Mangos Remove skin, slice into
Pineapple Peel, core, slice into
Tomatoes Wash and slice 6 mm
Mushroom Clean with soft brush
Beef jerky Marinate sliced meats
thick
halve
mm thick
6~10 mm thick
8~12 mm thick
circles
or cloth. Don’t wash
(5~6 mm thick)in
store-bought or
your own recipe for
6 to 8 hours in the
refrigerator
60° C 5~8hrs Snacks, baby food,
granola, cookies and
banana bread
8~10 hrs
60° C
60° C 5~8 hrs Snacks
6~10 hrs
60° C
6~10 hrs
60° C
6~10 hrs
60° C
50° C 4~8 hrs Rehydrate for
6~10 hrs
70° C
Fillings, cakes,
puddings, breads and
cookies
Snacks, cereals, baked
goods
Snacks, baked goods,
baked granola
Soups, stews, paste or
sauce
soups, meat dishes,
omelettes or frying
Snack
4. Proof
- Weight Limit : 40° C
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish on the
low rack
5. Plate warming
- Weight Limit : 40° C ~ 100° C
- Utensil : On the low rack
How to make yogurt
• Pour a 1000ml milk into a proper heat-resistant bowl with cover.
• Boil it to proper temperature (up to 60~70° C) and then cool down to
about 40° C
• Add 150 ml natural yogurt into a bowl and stir well.
• Place covered bowl in the oven.
• Choose the menu, and set cook time 5~8 hours.
How to raise yeast dough
•
Place the dough in a proper heat-resistant bowl and cover with baking
wrap or damp cloth.
• Place the bowl in the oven.
• Choose the menu, and set cook time about 40 minutes until the dough
has doubled in volume.
Use this function to warm plates to a hot and comfortable temperature.
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Crispy Reheat
NOTE
HOW TO USE
The following example will show you how to cook 0.5kg
of lasagna.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Press
CRISPY REHEAT.
The following indication is displayed: “
3
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
until display shows “2 LASAGNA”.
for category
“.
Crispy Reheat Guide
4
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
When cooking you can increase or decrease cooking
time by turning
• Crispy Reheat menus are programmed.
• Crispy Reheat allows you to cook most of your
favourite food by selecting the food type and the
weight of the food.
until display shows “0.5 kg”.
COOK MODE.
Category Instructions
1. Cordon bleu
- Weight Limit : 0.2~0.8 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish on the low rack
2. Lasagna
- Weight Limit : 0.2~0.8 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish on the low rack
3. Bread
- Weight Limit : 0.1~0.3 kg
- Food Temp : Frozen
- Utensil : Low rack
4. Pie/Tart
- Weight Limit : 0.2~0.8 kg
- Food Temp : Refrigerated
- Utensil : Heatpr
oof glass dish on the low rack
Place leftover cordon bleu (100~150 g/piece) on a heatproof glass
dish on the low rack. Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Cut leftover lasagna into pieces (200~250 g/piece).
Place food a heatproof glass dish on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Place frozen bread (50~100 g/piece) on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Cut leftover pie/tart into pieces (200~250 g/piece).
Place food on a heatproof glass dish on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
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HOW TO USE
Defrost & Bake
In the following example, show you how to cook
0.4 kg of pizza.
Press
1
2
3
STOP/CLEAR.
Press
DEFROST & BACK.
The following indication is displayed: “
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
until display shows
for category
“4
PIZZA
Defrost & Bake Guide
Turn
4
5
“.
”.
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START.
When cooking you can increase or decrease cooking
time by turning
until display shows “0.4 kg”.
COOK MODE.
Category Instructions
1. Quiche
- Weight Limit : 0.3~1.0 kg
- Food Temp :
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish on the low rack
2. Lasagna
- Weight Limit : 0.3~0.6 kg
- Food Temp :
- Utensil : Low rack
3. Tart
- Weight Limit : 0.2~0.8 kg
- Food Temp : Frozen
- Utensil : Heatproof glass dish on the low rack
4. Pizza
- Weight Limit : 0.3~0.6 kg
- Food Temp : Frozen
- Utensil : Metal tray on the low rack
Frozen
Frozen
Remove quiche from box packages and remove tray.
Place food on a heatproof glass dish on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Remove lasagna from box packages and remove cover.
Place food on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Remove tart from box packages and remove tray.
Place food on a heatproof glass dish on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
Remove frozen pizza from box packages.
Place food on the metal tray on the low rack.
Choose the menu and weight, press start.
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HOW TO USE
NOTE
Auto Defrost
The temperature and density of food varies, it is recommended that the food be checked before cooking begins.
Pay particular attention to large joints of meat and chicken, some foods should not be completely thawed before cooking.
For example: Fish cooks so quickly that it is sometimes better to begin cooking while still slightly frozen. This will require
a standing time to allow the centre to thaw.
Weigh the food that you are about to defrost. Be certain to remove any metallic ties or wraps; then place the food onto
the microwaveable-safe dish on the glass tray in your oven and close the oven door.
The following example will show you how to defrost 0.8kg
of frozen poultry.
1
Press
STOP/CLEAR.
2
Press
AUTO DEFROST.
ws “2
”.
POULTRY”.
The following indication is displayed: “
3
Turn
COOK MODE
Press
START/QUICK START
confirmation.
4
Turn
COOK MODE
the weight of frozen food.
Press
START/QUICK START.
until display sho
until display shows “0.8 kg” for
for category
5 During defrosting your oven will “BEEP”, at which
point you should open the oven door, turn food over
and separate it to ensure even thawing. Remove any
portions that have thawed or shield them to help
slow down thawing. After checking, close the oven
door and press
defrosting.
Your oven will not stop defrosting (even when
the BEEP sounds) unless the door is opened.
• Your oven has 4 microwave defrost settings:
-
Meat, Poultry, Fish
category has different power settings.
• Food to be cooked should be placed in a
microwaveable-safe utensil.
• Please do not use the following accessories.
START/QUICK START
and
Bread
High rack Low rack
to resume
; each defrost
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HOW TO USE
Defrosting Guide
Food to be defrosted should be placed in a suitable microwave proof container and placed uncovered on the glass tray.
*
If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminum foil.
*
This will prevent thin areas from becoming warm during defrosting.
Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls.
Separate items like minced meat, chops, sausages and bacon as soon as possible.
*
When BEEP sounds, turn food over.
After defrosting, allow to stand until completely thawed.
Category Instructions
1. Meat
- Weight Limit : 0.1~4.0 kg
- Utensil : Microwave-safe plate
Remove defrosted portions. Continue to defrost remaining pieces.
- Minced beef, Fillet steak, Cubes for stew, Sirloin steak, Pot roast, Rump roast,
Beef burger Pork chops, Lamb chops, Rolled roast, Sausage, Cutlets(2 cm).
- Turn food over at BEEP.
- After defrosting, cover with aluminum foil and let stand for 5~15 minutes.
2. Poultry
- Weight Limit : 0.1~4.0 kg
- Utensil : Microwave-safe plate
3. Fish
- Weight Limit : 0.1~4.0 kg
- Utensil : Microwave-safe plate
4. Bread
- Weight Limit : 0.1~0.5 kg
- Utensil : Paper towel
- Whole chicken, Legs, Breasts, Turkey breasts (under 2.0 kg).
- Turn food over at BEEP.
- After defrosting, let stand for 20~30 minutes.
- Fillets, Steaks, Whole sh, Seafood.
- Turn food over at BEEP.
- After defrosting, let stand for 10~20 minutes.
- Sliced bread, Buns, Baguette, etc.
- After defrosting, let stand for 1 minute.
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FOOD CHARACTERISTICS & MICROWAVE COOKING
FOOD CHARACTERISTICS & MICROWAVE COOKING
Keeping an eye on things
The recipes in this book have been formulated with great care, but your success in preparing them depends on
how much attention you pay to the food as it cooks. Always watch your food while it cooks. Your microwave
function is equipped with a light that turns on automatically when the oven is in operation so that you can see
inside and check the progress of your food. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, and the like should be
thought of as the minimum steps recommended. If the food seems to be cooking unevenly, simply make the
necessary adjustments you think are appropriate to correct the problem.
Factors affecting microwave cooking times
Many factors aect cooking times. The temperature of ingredients used in a recipe makes a big dierence in
cooking times. For example, a cake made with ice-cold butter, milk, and eggs will take considerably longer to
bake than one made with ingredients that are at room temperature. All of the recipes in this book give a range
of cooking times. In general, you will nd that the food remains under-cooked at the lower end of the time
range, and you may sometimes want to cook your food beyond the maximum time given, according to personal
preference. The governing philosophy of this book is that it is best for a recipe to be conservative in giving cooking
times because overcooked food is ruined for good. Some of the recipes, particularly those for bread, cake, and
custards, recommend that food be removed from the oven when they are slightly undercooked.
This is not a mistake. When allowed to stand, usually covered, these foods will continue to cook outside of the oven
as the heat trapped within the outer portions of the food gradually travels inward. If the food is left in the oven
until it is cooked all the way through, the outer portions will become overcooked or even burnt. You will become
increasingly skillful in estimating both cooking and standing times for various foods.
Density of food
Light, porous food such as cakes and breads cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods such as roasts and
casseroles. You must take care when microwaving porous food so that the outer edges do not become dry and
brittle.
Height of food
The upper portion of tall foods, particularly roasts, will cook more quickly than the lower portion.
Therefore, it is wise to turn tall food several times, during cooking.
Moisture content of food
Since the heat generated from microwaves causes moisture to evaporate, relatively dry food such as roasts and
some vegetables should either be sprinkled with water prior to cooking or covered to retain moisture.
Bone and fat content of food
Bones conduct heat and fat cooks more quickly than meat. Care must be taken when cooking bony or fatty cuts of
meat in order to prevent unevenly or overcooked meat.
Quantity of food
The number of microwaves in your oven remains constant regardless of how much food is being cooked.
Therefore, the more food you place in the oven, the longer the cooking time. Remember to decrease cooking
times by at least one third when halving a recipe.
Shape of food
Microwaves penetrate only about 2 cm into food, the interior portion of thick foods are cooked as the heat
generated on the outside travels inward. Only the outer edge of food is cooked by microwave energy; the rest is
cooked by conduction. The worst possible shape for a food that is to be microwaved is a thick square.
The corners will burn long before the centre is even warm. Round thin foods and ring shaped foods cook most
successfully in the microwave.
Covering
A cover traps heat and steam which causes food to cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave cling lm with a
corner folded back to prevent spitting.
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FOOD CHARACTERISTICS & MICROWAVE COOKING
FOOD CHARACTERISTICS & MICROWAVE COOKING
Browning
Meats and poultry that are cooked fteen minutes or longer will brown lightly in their own fat. Foods that are
cooked for a shorter period of time may be brushed with a browning sauce such as worcestershire sauce, soy
sauce or barbecue sauce to achieve an appetising colour. Since relatively small amounts of browning sauces are
added to food, the original avour of the recipe is not altered.
Covering with greaseproof paper
It provides a looser cover than a lid or cling lm, which may dry food out slightly. But because it makes a looser
cover than a lid or cling lm, it allows the food to dry out slightly.
Arranging and spacing
Individual foods such as baked potatoes, small cakes and hors d’oeuvres will heat more evenly if placed in the oven
at an equal distance apart, preferably in a circular pattern. Never stack foods on top of one another.
Stirring
Stirring is one of the most important of all microwaving techniques. In conventional cooking, food is stirred for the
purpose of blending. Microwaved food, however, is stirred in order to spread and redistribute heat. Always stir from
the outside towards the centre as the outside of the food heats rst.
Turning over
Large, tall foods such as roasts and whole chickens should be turned so that the top and bottom will cook evenly.
It is also a good idea to turn cut up chicken and chops.
Placing thicker portions facing outwards
Since microwaves are attracted to the outside portion of food, it makes sense to place thicker portions of meat,
poultry and sh to the outer edge of the baking dish. This way, thicker portions will receive the most microwave
energy and the food will cook evenly.
Shielding
Strips of aluminium foil (which block microwaves) can be placed over the corners or edges of square and
rectangular foods to prevent those portions from overcooking. Never use too much foil and make sure the foil is
secured to the dish or it may cause‘arcing’ in the oven.
Elevating
Thick or dense foods can be elevated so that microwaves can be absorbed by the underside and centre of the
foods.
Piercing
Foods enclosed in a shell, skin or membrane are likely to burst in the oven unless they are pierced prior to cooking.
Such foods include yolks and whites of eggs, clams and oysters and whole vegetables and fruits.
Testing if cooked
Food cooks so quickly in a oven, it is necessary to test it frequently. Some foods are left in the microwave until
completely cooked, but most foods, including meats and poultry, are removed from the oven while still slightly
undercooked and allowed to nish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of foods will rise
between 5° F (3° C) and 15° F (8° C) during standing time.
Standing time
Foods are often allowed to stand for 3 to 10 minutes after being removed from the oven. Usually the foods are
covered during standing time to retain heat unless they are supposed to be dry in texture (some cakes and
biscuits, for example). Standing allows foods to nish cooking and also helps avour blend and develop.
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FOOD CHARACTERISTICS & MICROWAVE COOKING / QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
To Clean Your Oven
1 Keep the inside of the oven clean
Food spatters or spilled liquids stick to oven walls and between the seal and door surfaces. It is best to wipe
up spillovers with a damp cloth right away. Crumbs and spillovers will absorb microwave energy and lengthen
cooking times. Use a damp cloth to wipe out crumbs that fall between the door and the frame. It is important to
keep this area clean to assure a tight seal. Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth then rinse and dry.
Do not use harsh detergent or abrasive cleaners. The metal tray can be washed by hand or in the dishwasher.
2 Keep the outside of the oven clean
Clean the outside of your oven with soap and water then with clean water and dry with a soft cloth or paper
towel. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, the water should not be allowed to seep into
the ventilation openings. To clean control panel, open the door to prevent the oven from accidentally starting, and
wipe with a damp cloth, followed immediately by a dry cloth. Press Stop/Clear after cleaning.
If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe the panels with a soft cloth. This may occur
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when the oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit.
The door and door seals should be kept clean. Use only warm, soapy water, rinse then dry thoroughly.
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DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS, SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS.
Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth.
Do not use steam cleaners.
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Unplug your oven from the electrical socket when you clean the control panel with a wet cloth or spray water on
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control glass to clean. If it is not unplugged, this product can be operated by touching the Quick Start button.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
FAQ
What’s wrong when the oven light does not glow?
Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
Why does the BEEP tone sound when a button
on the control panel is touched?
Will the microwave function be damaged if it
operates empty?
Why do eggs sometimes pop? When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to
Why is standing time recommended after
microwave cooking is over?
Why doesn’t my oven always cook as fast as the
cooking guide says?
There may be several reasons why the oven light does not glow.
Either the light bulb has blown or the electric circuit has failed.
No. The holes, or ports, are made to allow light to pass; they do not
let microwave energy through.
The BEEP tone sounds to assure that the setting is being properly
entered.
Yes. Never run it empty.
steam build up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply
pierce the yolk before cooking. Never microwave eggs in the shell.
After microwave cooking is nished, food keeps on cooking
during standing time. This standing time nishes evenly cooking
throughout the food. The amount of standing time depends on the
density of the food.
Check your cooking guide again to make sure you’ve followed
directions correctly, and to see what might cause variations
in cooking time. Cooking guide times and heat settings are
suggestions, chosen to help prevent overcooking, the most
common problem in getting used to this oven. Variations in the
size, shape, weight and dimensions of the food require longer
cooking time. Use your own judgement along with the cooking
guide suggestions to test food conditions, just as you would do
with a conventional cooker.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MJ3281C/MJ3281CS
Power Input 220 V~ 50 Hz
Output 900 Watt (IEC60705 rating standard)
Microwave Frequency 2450 MHz
Outside Dimension 530 mm(W ) X 322 mm(H) X 533 mm(D)
Max. 2600 Watt
Microwave 1400 Watt
Power Consumption
Grill 1250 Watt
Convection 1250 Watt (Max. 2450 Watt)
Combination Max. 2600 Watt
230 V~ 50 Hz
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