Midea TM131MA5-PVH Instruction Manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Read these instructions carefully before using your
microwave oven, and keep it carefully.

If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with
many years of good service.

MODEL:TM131MA5-PVH

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since
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 allows soil or

cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particular important that

the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) DOOR (bent)

(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)

(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACE

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

qualified service personnel.

open door

S

ly

Specifications

Approx. 11.6kg

Model:
Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:

External Dimensions:

Net Weight:

V~ 60Hz

315 mm

1550W

TM131MA5-PV

H

120

1100 W
31 L

512x422x306.5mm

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WARNING -

1. Read all instructions before using the

appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific:

EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"

found on page 2.

combustible materials are placed

inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

only to properly grounded outlet. See

found on page

accordance with the provided installation

instructions.

To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect

"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"

4. Install or locate this appliance only in

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

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the 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.

supervision is necessary when used

by children.

7. As with any appliance, close

damaged cord or plug, if it is not

working

properly, or if it has been

damaged or dropped.

8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a

by qualified service personnel.

Contact nearest

authorized service

facility for examination, repair, or

adjustment.

9. This appliance should be serviced only

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, near a swimming pool, or

similar location.
1 . Do not immerse cord or plug in water.2
1 . Keep cord away from heated surface.

14. Do not let cord hang over edge of

table or counter.

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15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door,

16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

1). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other

2). Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bag before placing bag in oven.

3). If material inside of the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

4). Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking

utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present.

17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

precautions should be followed, including

When using electrical appliances basic safety

following:the

use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

or

4.

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This device complies with PRAT 18 of FCC rules.

stand in the microwave oven for a short time

before removing the container.

spoon or other utensil into the container.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of

an electrical short circuit, grounding

of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the

appliance is equipped with a

cord having a

plugged into an outlet that is

properly installed and grounded.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED

INTO THE LIQUID.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

1) Do not overheat the liquid.

2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

4) After heating, allow the container to

5) Use extreme care when inserting a

grounding wire with a grounding plug.

reduces the risk

electric current. This

The plug

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

or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is

properly grounded.

extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that

has a

The marked rating of the extension cord shall be

equal to or greater than the electrical

appliance.

understood,
If it is necessary to use an
3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot

receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.

rating of the

Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal

components can cause serious

personal injury or death.

disassemble this appliance.

DANGER -

Do not

Electric Shock Hazard

Improper use of the grounding

can result in electric shock. Do

not plug into an outlet until

appliance is properly installed

and grounded.

WARNING -

1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.

3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:

1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

SA E THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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must be

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1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV

or similar

2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the

following

1) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven

2) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

3) Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

4) Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

5) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven
are on different branch circuits.

RADIO INTERFERENCE

equipment.

measures:

and receiver

Personal Injury Hazard

Tightly-closed utensils

could explode. Closed

containers should be opened

and plastic

pierced before cooking.

Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold

water (250ml) along with the

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is

warm, do not use it for microwave

4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

UTENSILS

See the instructions on "Materials you can use in

microwave oven or to be avoided in

There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not

safe to use for microwaving. If

utensil in question following the procedure below.

CAUTION -

pouches should be

microwave oven."

in doubt, you can test the

utensil in question.

cooking.

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Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of

meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from
oven walls.

Follow manufacturer* instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be
at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable to break.

Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.

Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars
are not heat resistant and may break.

Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.

Follow manufacturer* instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.

Use for short*erm cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended
while cooking.

Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
for a short-term cooking only.

Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.

Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer* instructions. Should be
labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the food
inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be
slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.

Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain

moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Browning dish

Glass jars

Glassware

Oven cooking
bags

Paper plates
and cups

Paper towels

Parchment
paper

Plastic

Plastic wrap

Dinnerware

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum tray
Food carton with

metal handle
Metal or metal-

trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties

Paper bags
Plastic foam

Wood

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may
cause arcing.

May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed

to high temperature.
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split

or crack.

May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.

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