Magic chef MCD990W, MCD990B User Manual

0.9 cu. ft. Microwave Oven

MCD990W/MCD990B

Instruction Manual and Cooking Guide

So Right at Home.

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWA VE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can

result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow

soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly

qualified service personnel.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A ONLY) GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES DIAGRAM OPERATION PROCEDURE CONTROLS

SETTING THE CLOCK ..............................................................................................................9

TIME DEFROSTING .................................................................................................................. 9

WEIGHT DEFROSTING ........................................................................................................... 10

COOKING IN ONE STAGE ...................................................................................................... 11

COOKING IN TWO STAGES ................................................................................................... 11

KITCHEN TIMER MODE .......................................................................................................... 12

SPEEDY COOK ....................................................................................................................... 13

ONE TOUCH COOKING .......................................................................................................... 13

AUTO COOK............................................................................................................................. 14

LESS, MORE CHILD SAFETY LOCK

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING-To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive

microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars-may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

10. Do not cover or block any openings on the

appliance.

11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not

use this product near water — for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

15. Either: a) When cleaning surfaces of door and oven

that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth , or

b) When separate cleaning instructions are

provided, See door surface cleaning instructions on (specific page or section to be included).

16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend

appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the

oven to facilitate cooking.

b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic

bags before placing bag in oven.

c) If materials inside the oven should ignite,

keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

d) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.

Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

17. Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapours from such corrosive chemicals may interact with the contact and springs of the safety interlock switches thereby rendering them inoperable.

18. Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth after each use. If you leave grease or fat anywhere in the cavity it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven.

19. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating and fire.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STA TEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followings.

• Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

• Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, and either : (1) If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord

that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. or

(2) Do not use an extension cord, if the power supply cord is too short,

have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

INSTALLA TION

1. Examine the oven after unpacking. Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity. If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.

2. Level, flat location.

Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.

3. Ventilation.

Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a failure. For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.

4. Away from radio and TV sets.

Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio, antenna, feeder, etc. Place the oven as far from them as possible.

5. Away from heating appliances and water taps.

Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids. These things can adversely affect oven wiring and contacts.

6. Power supply.

This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 12 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60Hz and a grounded outlet. A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the oven. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The longer cord should be arranged so it does not drape over the table top or counter where children can pull on it or trip over it.

7. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 100mm.

When use 3-pronged plug

3-prong Receptacle

Receptacle Box cover

3-prong plug

“THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE DOES NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE GROUNDING ADAPTOR”

When use grounding adaptor, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

Grounding Lead

Grounding Adaptor

Receptacle Box Cover

Receptacle

SPECIFICATIONS

POWER SUPPL Y 120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING

POWER CONSUMPTION 1350 W

MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER 900 W

FREQUENCY 2450 MHz

OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 495 X 294 X 388 mm (19.5 X 11.6 X 15.3 in.)

CA VITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 320 X 228 X 338 mm (12.6 X 9.0 X 13.3 in)

NET WEIGHT APPROX. 14KG (30.9 lbs.)

TIMER 59 min. 99 sec.

POWER LEVELS 10 LEVELS

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

465 360

495

279

294

388

FEATURES DIAGRAM

54321

9876

1. Door latch-When the door is closed it will automatically shut off. If the door is opened while the oven is operating, the magnetron will automatically shut off.

2. Door seal-The door seal maintains the microwave within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage.

3. Oven cavity

4. Spatter shield-Protects the microwave

outlet from splashes of cooking foods.

5. Safety interlock system-Prevents the oven from operating while the door is opened.

6. Door release button-Pushing this button stops oven operation and opens the door.

7. Glass cooking tray-Made of special heat resistant glass. The tray must always be in proper position before operating. Do not cook food directly on the tray.

8. Roller guide-Supports the glass cooking tray.

9. Door screen-Allows viewing of food. The screen is designed so that light can pass through, but not the microwaves.

FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)

o a

88:88

M/W DEF

TIMER LOCK lb

1. BREAD

2. SOUP

3. BAKED POTATO

4. FRESH VEGETABLE

5. FROZEN VEGETABLE

AUTO COOK

MEAT

POWER

DEFROST

STOP/

CLEAR

LESS

AUTO DEFROST

POULTRY FISH

123 456 789

KITCHEN

TIMER

SPEEDY COOK

POPCORN

FROZEN

PIZZA

DINNER

PLATE

CLOCK

START/

10. Time set pad-Used to set the cooking time and the present time.

11. Display-Cooking time, power level, indicators and present time are displayed.

12. One touch-Used to cook or reheat specific quantities of food.

13. Auto Cook-Used to cook or reheat.

14. More-Used to add time to cooking.

15. Less-Used to remove time from cooking.

16. Auto Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for weight)

17. Power-Used to set power level.

18. Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for time)

19. Kitchen Timer-Used as a minute timer, to delay the start of cooking, or to set a holding time after cooking.

20. Clock-Used to set clock.

21. Stop/Clear-Used to stop the oven operation or to delete the cooking data.

22. Start/Speedy cook-Used to start the oven and also used to set a reheat time.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

This section includes useful information about oven operation.

1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 15 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet.

2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray. The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.

3. Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.

The oven light is on only when the microwave

oven is operating.

The oven door can be opened at any time

during operation by touching the door release button on the control panel. The oven will automatically shut off.

Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound

to acknowledge the touch.

The oven automatically cooks on full power

unless set to a lower power level.

The display will show “ : 0” when the oven is

plugged in.

Time clock returns to the present time when the

cooking time ends.

When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during

the oven operation, the oven stops cooking and all information retained. To erase all information(except the present time), touch the STOP/CLEAR pad once more. If the oven door is opened during the oven operation, all information is retained.

If the START pad is touched and the oven does

not operate, check the area between the door and door seal for obstructions and make sure the door is closed securely. The oven will not start cooking until the door is completely closed or the program has been reset.

Make sure the oven is properly installed and plugged into the electrical outlet.

WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART

The power-level is set by pressing the POWER pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and

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the percentage of power.

Touch POWER pad Power level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power

once P-HI 100%

twice P-90 90% 3 times P-80 80% 4 times P-70 70% 5 times P-60 60% 6 times P-50 50% 7 times P-40 40% 8 times P-30 30% 9 times P-20 20%

10 times P-10 10% 11 times P-00 0%

CONTROLS

SETTING THE CLOCK

When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash “:0” and a tone will sound. If the AC power ever goes off, the display shows “ : 0” when the power comes back on.

1. Touch CLOCK pad.

CLOCK

3. Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence.

This is a 12 hour clock system.

2. Touch CLOCK pad once more. This is a 24 hour clock system.

NOTE : This oven has multiple clock

systems. If you want 12 hour clock system, omit this step.

4. Touch CLOCK pad.

CLOCK

NOTE: If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and a error signal tone will

sound. Touch the CLOCK pad and re-enter the time.

The display stops blinking, and the colon starts blinking. If you selected 12 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to 12:59. If you selected 24 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.

TIME DEFROSTING

When DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.

1. Touch DEFROST pad.

DEFROST

2. Touch number pads for the

desired defrosting time.

The DEF indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed. The display will show what you touched.

Note : Your oven can be programmed for

59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )

3. Touch START pad.

When you touch START pad, the DEF indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the DEFROST mode. The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the DEFROST mode. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

WEIGHT DEFROSTING

AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.

1. Touch MEAT pad.

MEA T

2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

3. Touch START pad.

1. Touch POULTRY pad.

POUL TR Y

2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

3. Touch START pad.

1. Touch FISH pad.

FISH

2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

The lb indicator light and “ 1.0 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

MEAT DEFROSTING begins.

The lb indicator light and “ 1.5 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

POULTRY DEFROSTING begins.

The lb indicator light and “ 0.5 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

3. Touch START pad.

* WEIGHT DEFROST CHART

Touch pad MEAT POULTRY FISH

once 1.0 lb 1.5 lb 0.5 lb

twice 1.5 lb 2.0 lb 1.0 lb

3 times 2.0 lb 2.5 lb 1.5 lb

4 times 2.5 lb 3.0 lb 2.0 lb

The defrosting time is automatically determined by the weight selected. When you touch START pad, the lb indicator goes off and the DEF indicator blinks and the defrosting time counts down in the display window. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

FISH DEFROSTING begins.

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