Morphy Richards D90D23EL-B8 Instruction manual

MICROWAVE
OVEN

Installation & User Instructions –

Please keep for future reference

D90D23EL-B8(E17)

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Contents

Safety Information…………………………………………….. 3
Installation……………………………………………………… 7
Parts and assembly…………………………………………… 8
Control panel…………………………………………………….. 9
Setting the clock………………………………………………. 10
Stop cooking / cancel………………………………………… 10
Control panel lock…..………………………………………… 11
Selecting microwave power level…………………………… 11
Microwave express mode……………………………………. 12
Microwave cooking…………………………………………… 13
Defrosting………………………………………………………… 14
Grill cooking……………………………………………………. 15
Combination cooking…………………………………………. 16
Auto cook…………………………………………………………. 17
Cleaning your oven…………………………………………… 20
Materials suitable for use in the oven……………………. 21
General microwave cooking advice………………………… 22
Troubleshooting…………………………………………….…… 23
Technical Specification………………………………………. 24
Recycling electrical products……………………………… 24
Plug rewiring…………………………………………………… 25
Guarantee……………………………………………………….. 26

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Safety information

Important – Please read these instructions fully before
installation

• WARNING: 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 that gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy. Servicing
of this appliance must only be carried out by a qualified
electrician.

• WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven

must not be operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person. Do not operate this appliance if
damaged or modified in any way.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less

than 8 years.

• When operating in combination or grill modes, the oven

becomes extremely hot. Do not allow children to use the
appliance without adult supervision

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years

and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and
supervised.

• Switch off and unplug before cleaning or servicing the

appliance.

• Keep microwave, cable and plug dry and away from areas

where it is likely to get splashed. Never immerse in water.
Never clean with a steam cleaner.

• Do not pull on the cable to disconnect from the mains supply.

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• This oven must be positioned so that the plug is accessible

and the plug socket is within easy reach of the power cord.

• Do not operate the microwave if damaged or after it

malfunctions. In the event the supply cord is damaged, it
must only be replaced by a qualified service engineer, with a
suitably approved part.

• Do not place items with naked flames or containers with

liquids on this appliance.

• The mains plug shall be connected into a mains socket outlet

with a protective earth connection.

• All microwaves are tested and approved in accordance with

current electromagnetic safety and compatibility regulations
and standards. As a precautionary measure, pacemaker
manufacturers recommend wearers to keep a minimum
distance of 20-30 cm between an operating microwave oven
and the pacemaker in order to avoid possible interference
with the pacemaker. If you suspect there may be interference,
turn the microwave off immediately and contact the
manufacturer of the pacemaker.

WARNING!

• This appliance is not intended to be used in: staff kitchen

areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm
houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.

• This appliance must not be operated by a timer or a separate

remote control system.

• Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed

containers since they are liable to explode.

• Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed

eruptive boiling; therefore care must be taken when handling
the container.

• If you are preparing food or liquid for a baby stir or shake

the contents and check the temperature before consumption
in order to avoid burns.

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WARNING! (continued)

• Never cook or heat eggs in their shell or whole hard boiled

eggs, as they may explode even after cooking in the
microwave has been completed.

• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits

removed – see page 20 for details. Failure to maintain the
oven and seals in a clean condition could lead to
deterioration of the surface or seals, adversely affect the life
of the oven and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

• Never operate the oven when empty and avoid leaving

unattended during use.

• Do not cover and allow adequate ventilation – see page 7 for

clearance required.

• The surfaces of the oven and the containers inside

will become hot during and immediately after use;
wear oven gloves when handling.

• Check regularly during cooking cycle especially when using

plastic or paper containers to ensure food and containers do
not ignite.

• If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and

keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

• Do not use oven on, near or under flammable or heat

sensitive items.

• Do not place foil wrapped food, metal containers or

containers with metal parts or trim when using the
microwave or combination oven.

• Do not use with a cracked or missing turntable or without

the turntable ring.

• The microwave oven is intended for heating food and

beverages. Drying of clothing and heating of warming
buttons, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead
to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

• Always check for container and utensil suitability before

using in the microwave oven - see page 21 for advice.

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FOOD SAFETY

• Do not cook raw meat or raw shellfish in a microwave, due

to the possibility for uneven heating.

• Do not use microwave for home canning or bottling.

Improperly canned or bottled foods may spoil and be
dangerous to eat.

• Always check the temperature of food before serving.

• Food cooking times will vary with microwave wattage (MAFF

rating). When following recipes and on pack cooking
instructions always check the MAFF rating / wattage of the
appliance being used (marked on the front of the microwave)
and follow the corresponding cooking advice.

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Installation

• This microwave is designed to be free standing and is not

intended to be used ‘built in’ or in a cabinet.

• Select a level surface away from televisions, cookers and

other heat producing appliances.

• Ensure adequate ventilation and allow a clearance of

➢ 5cm at each side of the oven
➢ 20cm clearance above the oven
➢ 10cm at the rear of the oven
➢ The minimum installation height is 85cm

• Ensure that the cable is not close to any sharp or hot

surfaces, or where it is likely to cause a trip hazard.

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Parts and assembly

1. Interlocking catches

2. Door with viewing panel

3. Turntable shaft

4. Turntable roller

5. Control panel

• Ensure all packaging materials, protective film and

adhesive tape are removed and check the oven and door for
any damage. Do not remove the waveguide cover.

• Assemble as shown above and ensure that the glass

turntable is correctly positioned on the shaft and roller.

• When using the microwave do not fit the grill rack.

• The grill rack may be used in grill and combination cooking

modes as required.

6. Waveguide cover

7. Glass turntable

8. Grill element

9. Grill rack

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