NEC N-730E User Manual

User Manual

Model N-730E

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Contents

Safety Instructions 4

Utensil safety
Testing suitability of cookware 5
Foil containers
Food safety 5

Oven utensils and accessories guide 6

Technical Data

Unpacking 7

Installation
Connecting to the mains

The microwave and accessorie s 8

Name and function of parts
Accessories
Control panel 9
Display window
Turntable installation

How to operate your microwave oven 10

Pause/Clear
Setting the clock
Child safety lock
Microwave cooking 11
Microwave setting guide
Microwave cooking in two and three stages 12
Manual Defrosting 13
Memory Cooking 14
Hold Warm
Auto Start
Auto Programmes 15
Auto Programme Example 15
Auto Defrost 16

Charts
Recommendations for Defrosting using 160W 17

Microwave Hints 18

Microwave Tips

Care and cleaning 19

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Thank you for having chosen a NEC product. We are convinced that you will find your new microwave
oven very useful and that it will be of great help to you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some
time to learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will become indispensable to you.

Before using your Microwave Oven

Read through the instruction manual carefully and ensure that you follow the recommendations given, these
instructions have been prepared so that you get the best from your new NEC Microwave Oven.
It is important that this instruction book is retained wit h the appliance for future reference. Should t he appliance
be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the
book is supplied with the appliance so that the new owner can be acquainted with the f unct ioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.

Safety Instructions

• The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the
microwave oven from operating when the do or is
open.

• Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operat e
the oven with the door open as open door
operation can result in exposure to microwav e
energy.

• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to
accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning
instructions.

• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged unti l it
has been repaired by qualified service personnel.

• It is particularly important that the oven door
closes properly and that there is no damage to
the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches
(broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing
surface.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carrie d out
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service
Centre.

• Do not remove the outer case, door or control
panel at any time. Doing so may cause exposure
to extremely high voltage.

• Install or locate this oven only in accordance with
“INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” found in this
manual.

• Use the appliance for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost
food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory
use neither for commercial use as this will
invalidate the guarantee.

• Do not operate the oven empty. If f ood or water is
not present to absorb the microwave energy, the
magnetron tube can be damaged.

• Close supervision is necessary when the oven is
used by children.

• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use
this product near water.

• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in
the microwave oven. These items can ignite.

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

Utensil safety

Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant
glassware utensils are excellent for use in the
microwave oven. Although microwave energy will not
heat most glass and ceramic items, these utensils
can become hot as heat transfers from the food to
the container. The use of oven gloves to remove
dishes is recommended.

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Testing suitability of cookware Food safety

Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven.

• Place the cookware in the cavity along with a
glass half full of water. Heat on 800 W (100%) for
one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you should
not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you can use it
for reheating but not for cooking. If the dish is
room temperature, it is suitable for microwave
cooking.

• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates,
cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard are
great convenience utensils. Always be sure
containers are filled with food to absorb energy
and thus avoid the possibility of overheating.

• Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers and
plastic wraps may be used in the microwave

oven. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when
using plastics in the oven. Avoid using plastic
utensils with foods that have high fat or sugar
content since these foods reach high
temperatures and could melt some plastics.

Do not leave oven unattended, and l ook at it

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from time to time when heating or cooking
food in plastic, paper or other combustible
containers. If smoke is observed, keep door
closed, switch the oven off or disconnect
oven until smoke stops.

Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim

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should not be used in the microwave oven, unless
specifically recommended for microwave use.
Containers with restricted openings, such as

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bottles, should not be used for microwave
cooking.
Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a

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dish to avoid steam burns.

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Always remove the food to a suitable container.
Deep fat frying should not be done in t he

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microwave oven, because the fat temperature
cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can
result.
Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven,

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but only in special packages or utensils designed
specifically for this purpose. This cooking
operation should never be un-attended.
Pierce foods with non-porous skins or

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membranes to prevent steam build-up and
bursting. Apples, potatoes, chicken livers, and
egg yolks are examples of items that should be
pierced.

WARNING: When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces
and beverages in your microwave oven, overheatin g
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sud den
boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility
the following steps should be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narro w
necks.

2. Do not overheat.

3. Stir the liquid before placing the container in t he
oven and again halfway through the heating time.

4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a
short time, stirring again before carefully removing
the container.

Some products such as whole eggs and sealed

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containers – for example, closed glass jars – may
explode and should not be heated in th is oven.
Occasionally, poached eggs may explode during
cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then cover and
allow the standing time of one minute before
removing cover.

NOTE:

Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This

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may cause malfunctioning.
Arcing in the oven during microwave operation

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usually occurs from use of metallic utensils.
Continuous arcing, however, can damage the
unit. Stop the programme and check the utensil.
Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents

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located on the top, rear, side and bottom of the
oven.

Do not use this oven for commercial purposes.

This oven is made for domestic use only.

Keep these instructions

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Oven utensils and accessories guide

A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking i n your microwave oven. For your safety and to
prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose, appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method.

The list below is a general guide.

Material Utensils Microwave Cooking

Ceramic & Glass

China
Pottery YES
Plastic

Metal

Paper
Waxed Paper YES
Wood NO
Accessories

Corning ware
Heat resistant glass ware
Glass ware with metal decoration
Lead crystal glass

Without metal decoration

Microwave oven heat-proof ware
Plastic wrap

Metal baking pan
Aluminium foil*

Cups, plates, towels

Turntable
Turntable support

YES
YES

NO
NO

YES

YES
YES

NO

YES
YES

YES
YES

YES: Utensils and accessories to use
NO: Utensils and accessories to avoid

*NOTE: Use aluminium foil only for shielding purposes, overuse may cause arcing.

Technical data

Overall dimension Width

Depth 322 mm

Height 265 mm

Cavity dimension Width

Depth 318 mm

Height 192 mm

460 mm

304 mm

Power source

Fuse

Power consumption

Microwave (Power)

Weight

Volume

220 - 230 V, 50 Hz
10 A
1250W
800W

13.5 kg
19 litre

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GETTING STARTED

Unpacking

N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that the
product is free from damage. Damage or any missing
parts must be reported immediately to the retailer.
The oven, parts of the oven or the accessories may
be wrapped by a protection foil. If so, you must
remove this foil before using the oven. Do not leave
packing material so that small children can play with
it. This can be hazardous.

Installation

1. Remove any promotion label from the door.

2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. T he
surface must be strong enough to safely bear the
weight (13.5 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To
avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise
the oven must be in a stable position.

3. Keep the oven away from heat and water.
Exposure to heat and water can lower oven
efficiency and lead to malfunctioning, so be sure
to install the oven away from heat and water
sources.

4. Do not block air vents on the top and the sides of
the cabinet and also do not place any articles on
the top of the oven. If air vents are blocked during
operation, the oven may overheat, and this may
lead to malfunctioning. Hot air escapes from the
vents, so be sure not to obstruct it or let curtains
come between the oven and the rear wall.

5. Place the oven as far away from radios and TV’s

as possible. Some interference may occur if it is
placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them
as far apart as possible.

6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least

5.0 cm from the walls to meet ventilation
demands.

Connecting to the mains

The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug
for 220 - 240V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. Earth
protection minimises the risks should a short-circuit
occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the oven
matches the supply.

N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an
extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.

WARNING! This appliance must not be used on a
non-earth protected power supply.

Contact an electrician if you are uncertain regarding
electrical connection of the oven or provisio n of earth
protection of the supply.

If this appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable plug
for which your socket is unsuitable, the plug should
be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. If it is
necessary to change the fuse in a non-rewireable
plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover
is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a
replacement is obtained.

Important! The oven can be placed almost anywhere
in the kitchen. Make sure the oven is placed on a f lat,
level surface and that vents as well as the surface
underneath the oven are not blocked (for sufficient
ventilation).

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The Microwave and Accessories

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Name and function of parts

1. Cooking compartment. W ipe t he compartment
clean after using the oven.

2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while the
microwave oven is in operation.

3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly
closed while cooking.

4. Latch hook, Safety interlock system.

5. Control panel.

6. Turntable. Made of special heat-resistant glass.
Food in a suitable container is placed on this tray
for cooking. Do not use the oven without the
turntable.

7. Roller Guide. Place the guide in proper position
on the floor of the cooking chamber to support the

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Turntable Installation

1. Place the turntable support on t he cavity Bottom.

2. Place the turntable on top of the turntable support
as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable
hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never

place the turntable upsi de down.

• Both turntable and turntable support must always be
used during cooking.

• All food and containers of food are a lways placed on
this turntable for cooking.

• This turntable rotates clockwise and a nticlockwise;
this is normal.

Turntable

Roller Guide

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CONTROL PANEL

1. Display window - showing time of
day, operating mode and cooking
time.

2. Auto Defrost by weight.
 - Poultry
 - Meat
 - Fish

3. Beverage. To automatically heat up

drinks.

4. Reheat. To reheat foods.

5. Auto Start. To set a start time.

6. Hold Warm. Keep food warmfor up

to 30 min.

7. Potato. To automatically cook
potatoes.

8. Memory. To save a frequently used

programme.

10. Time. For setting cook time.

11. Clock. To set the time.

12. Power Level. To set Power.

13. Clear/Pause.

14. Start.

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How to operate your microwave oven.

Pause/Clear

If you would like to stop the oven during cooking
without opening the door, touch Pause/Clear ONCE.
To continue cooking, touch Start. Should food be
removed from the oven before the set cooking time
is completed, touch Pause/Clear TWICE.

You can turn off the oven during cooking, to stir or re­arrange food. There are two ways of doing so;

1. Just open the door, the safety mechanisms stop
microwave power. To continue cooking, close the
door and touch Start.

2. Touch Pause/Clear
To continue cooking, close the door and touch
Start.

ONCE, and open the door.

Setting the clock

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or
when p
the display window will flash " 0:00".

ower resumes after a power interruption,

Child safety lock

This oven has a safety feature whic h prevents the
Accidental running of the oven by a chi ld. After the
lock has been set, no part of the microwave oven will
operate until the child lock feature has been
cancelled.

To set:

1. Touch Pause/Clear
of day only is displayed

2. Touch ’ 0 ’ button.

3. Touch Start
displayed

To cancel the child lock, simply repeat the setting
procedure. Loc disappears and the time of day
display reappears in the window.

button 5 times, Loc will be

button so that the time

Example: To set 4.30

1. Touch the Clear/Pause buttton and then

the Clock buttons. Set the desired time

2. Touch the Clock button
and start the clock running.

If you need to change the time of day after
setting, press the clo ck butto n, the numbers in
the display window wi ll flash. You can then set
the time as above.

Example: To change th e time to 15. 45

1. Press the Clock button

the display window will flash.

2. Set the desired time (12 hour format) using the
number pad.

3. Touch the Clock button
and start the clock running.

to lock in the time

. The numbers in

to lock in the time

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Microwave cooking

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to
cook food for a desired time. In addition to the
maximum power level, you can select different
microwave power from 10 levels, Hi W(800W) to 80W
for the foods that require slower cooking.

Example: To cook at 400W for 1 min 30 sec’s:

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch the time button

3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button

5. Set the desired power (400W = 5) by pressing button ’ 5 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch Start

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Foods with high moisture content should be cooked
on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking
method and best maintains the natural flavour and
texture of the foods.

 The Microwave oven is automatically set to 800W(HiW). If this power level is required for cooking,

you may set the time and then press start (You do not need to select t he required power) At the end of
the cooking time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and oven light will
continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are heard. ’ End ’ will appear in the display window.
After the cooking time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display window to the time of
day.

Microwave setting guide

Power Setting Suggested use

80W PL-1 Keeping warm : Keeping foods warm
160W PL-2 Defrost : Thawing froze n f oods.
240W PL-3 Simmer : Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts.

Casseroles and stews.

320W PL-4 Medium Low : Baked custards or cheesecakes.
400W PL-5 Medium : Faster defrosting for casseroles and stews.
480W PL-6 Medium Hi : Baking cakes and sponge puddings
560W PL-7 Reheat Low : Reheating of casseroles and stews..
640W PL-8 Reheat : Reheatin g pre-cooked foods.
720W PL-9 Reheat Hi : Roasting joints of meat and poultry.
800W PL-10 Max Power: Boiling or reheating liquids. Cooking vegetables.

Preheating a browning dish.

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Microwave cooking in two or three stages

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to
cook food for a desired time at different power levels.
In addition to the maximum power level, you can
select different microwave power from 10 levels,
HiW(800W) to 80W for the foods that require slower
cooking.

Example: To cook at 400W for 1 min 30 sec’s, then at 800W for 7min.

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch the time button

3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button

5. Set the desired power (400W = 5) by pressing button ’ 5 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch the time button

7. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 7 ’ , ’ 0 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

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Foods with high moisture content should be cooked
on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking
method and best maintains the natural flavour and
texture of the foods.

8. Touch the power button

9. Set the desired power (800W = 10) by pressing butt on ’ 1 ’ then ’ 0 ’on the number pad.

10. Touch Start.

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 If you wish to cook in three stages, simply repeat steps 2, 3, 4 and 5 before you press the start button.

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Manual defrosting

For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost feature), use 160W. To speed up the defrosting of
dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on Hi W(800W) power for 1- 3 minutes, then reduce to
160W until defrosting is complete.

Example: To defrost at 160W for 8 min 30 sec’s:.

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch the time button

3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ’ 8 ’ , ’ 3 ’ then ’ 0 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch the power button

5. Set the desired power (160W = 2) by pressing button ’ 2 ’ on the number pad.

6. Touch Start

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 At the end of the defrosting time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and

oven light will continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are heard. ’ End ’ will appear in the
display window. After the defrosting time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display
window to the time of day.

Defrosting Tips

1. It is better to underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the

standing time.

2. Separate food as soon as possible.

3. Turn large items, e.g. joints, halfway throu gh the defrosting time, or at pause.

4. Remove any thawed food as soon as possible.

5. Remove or open any packaging before defr osting.

6. Place food in a larger container than that which it was frozen in, this will allow for easy stirring.

7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side down a nd turn over halfway through defrosting time or at pause.

Delicate areas such as wing tips can be shielded with small pieces of smooth foil.

8. Standing time is very important, particular ly for large, dense foods which cannot be stirred to ensure

that the centre is completely defrosted before cooking.

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Memory Cooking

If you often cook or reheat the same types of dishes, you can store the cooking times and functions in the
oven’s memory, so that you do not have to reset them each time. You can store one cooking.

Example : To set memory

1. Touch the Memory

2. Set your cooking programme as usual.

3. Touch memory

The oven will beep and the display reverts to the time of day. Your settings are now stored in the oven’s
memory.

To store different settings simply repeat setting procedure.

Example : To use memory

1. Touch memory

2. Touch start

time in the display will count down. )

button. ( The oven light comes on and the turntable starts rotating. Cooking starts and the

button.

button.

button. Storing settings in the oven’s memory appears in the display.

Hold Warm

The Hold Warm function is used to keep food warm for a maximum of 30 minutes
(in steps of 10 minutes) after cooking has finished.

Example : To set the Hold Warm function

1. Set your cooking programme as usual.

2. Touch Hold Warm

button. (Once for 10 mins. Twice for 20 mins and three times for 30 mins.)

This function allows you to program a start time for your cooking (Up to 11 hours and 59 minutes in advance.)

Example : To set Auto Start

1. Set your cooking programme as usual.

2. Touch the Auto Start

3. Enter the desired start time using the number pad.

4. Touch Start

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button.

 If the oven door is opened before the cook time has started you will have to press the start button again

once the door has been closed. Some foods may spoil if left at room temperature for too long.

 Hold Warm can only be used with one stage microwave cooking.

Auto Start

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Auto Programmes

The Auto Programme features allow you to simply and automatically cook or defrost a range of popular foods.
Your oven offers the following Auto programmes.

Programme Microwave mode Quantity Display

Defrost Poultry Microwave Only 0.1kg - 3. 0kg de f1
Defrost Meat Microwave Only 0.1kg - 2. 0kg de f2
Defrost Fish Microwave Only 0.1kg - 2. 0kg de f3

Reheat Plated meals Microwave Only Small, Medium 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00

or large meals.

Beverage Microwave Only 1, 2 or 3 mugs CU P1, CU P2, CU P3

Baked Potatoes Microwave Only 1,2 or 3 mugs PO1, PO2, PO3

Reheat Plated meals

To automatically reheat a plated meal, you simply press the ' R ehea t ' button 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
times depending on the size of the plated meal ( ' once ' for a small meal, ' 5 times ' for a very large
meal ), once this has been done you can press Start

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Beverage

To automatically heat up a drink, you simply press the ' Beverage ' button ( once for 1 cup, twice
for 2 cups and three times for 3 cups ), once this has been done you can press Start .

Potato

To automatically cook potatoes, simply press the 'Potato' button (once for 1 potato, twice

for 2 potatoes and three times for 3 potatoes), once this has been done you can press Start.

Auto Programmes Examples

Example: To Reheat an average sized plated meal:

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch the Auto cook button

3. Touch Start

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3 times.

At the end of the cooking time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and
oven light will continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are heard. ' End ' will appear in the
display window. After the cooking time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display window
to the time of day.

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Auto Programmes (Auto Defrost)

Auto Defrost by Weight is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry or fish.

Example: To defrost 1.7 kg of Poultry:

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch Poultry Defrost button once

3. Set the desired weight ( 1.7 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ then ’ 7 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start

Example: To defrost 0.8 kg of Meat:

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch Meat Defrost button once

3. Set the desired weight ( 0.8 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 0 ’ then ’ 8 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start

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Example: To defrost 1.2 kg of Fish:

1. Touch Pause/Clear

2. Touch Fish Defrost button once

3. Set the desired weight ( 1.2 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ then ’ 2 ’ on the number pad.

4. Touch Start

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The Auto Defrost function can be used in conjunction with two and three stage cooking. Auto Defrost
can only be set for the first stage. Follow the instructi ons for two and three stage cooking to add an
extra cooking stage.

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Recommendations for Defrosting (Using 160W)

Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be t hawed manually by using the power setting.

FOOD PREPARATION (160W)

Bread

Small loaf

Sliced large loaf

2 slices Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.

1 bread roll Place on kitchen paper. 45–60 sec. 5 min.

2 bread rolls Place on kitchen paper. 1–11/2 min. 5 min.

Cakes and Pastry

Gateau 450g/1 lb Remove from packagin g, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.

Cheesecake

450g/1 lb

Pie (cooked)

450g/1 lb

Pastry 450g/1 lb Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.

Butter

250g/8.8 oz

(1 packet)

Fruit

225g/8 oz

Soft berry fruits

450g/1 lb

Soft berry fruits

Plated meal

400g/14 oz

Vegetables

Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.

Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper.
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.

Remove from packaging, place on plate. 9–11 min. 15–30 min.
Remove from packaging, place on plate. 7– 9 min. 15–30 min.

If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place on a
plate

Place in a single layer in a shallow dish. 5– 6 min. 5–10 min.
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.

Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film.
To reheat, microwave on 100% (800W)for 3–4 minutes.

It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before cooking.
All vegetables can be thawed and cooked on
100% (800W)

8–10 min. 10–15 min.

10–13 min. 10 min

3– 4 min. 5–10 min.

7– 8 min. 5–10 min.

7– 8 min 5–10 min.

STANDING

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Microwave Tips

Microwave Hints

Always keep the oven clean – avoid spill-overs

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and do not forget to clean under the glass tray
and the inside of the door.
Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid

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when cooking in your microwave oven.
Do not use metal or metal decorated casseroles.

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Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped
by hot food.
Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a

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plate or grease proof paper.
Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted

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directly in a bread basket or on a paper towel.
If frozen food is heated in its packaging, t he

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packaging should be opened. Packaging
containing metal or metal decoration must not be
used unless specifically recommended for use in
the microwave. Remove metal clips and wire ties.
Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be used to

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cover parts that easily over cook such as chicken
legs.
Food with peel or skin should be pierced with a

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fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages. Do not bo il
eggs in the microwave oven as they can explode.
Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of the

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casserole and try to cut the food in to even sized
pieces. Always place the food in the centre of the
oven.
The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or turn it

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a few times.
Always set a shorter cooking time than indicated

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in your recipe to avoid over cooking. The larger
the amount of food the longer it takes.
Use little or no water for vegetables.

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Use less salt and spices than for ‘normal’ cooking.

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Season afterwards.

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Allow a few minutes ‘standing’ time after the oven

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has switched off to ensure complete and even
cooking results.
Always ensure food is piping hot throughout

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before serving.
Use pot holders or gloves when taking dishes and

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food from the oven.

Softening Honey

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If you have a jar of honey which has
crystallised, remove lid and place the jar in the
oven, microwave on medium power for 2
minutes.

Melting Chocolate

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Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in
a bowl and heat on high power for 1-2
minutes and stir well.

Softening or Melting Butter

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Melting takes a few seconds on high power.
Softening is best done more gently on low
power.

Freshen or Warm Bread

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Use medium power for few seconds.

Peeling Garlic easily

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Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for
15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the
clove pops out.

Fruit Juice

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Citrus fruits will yield more juice if they are
heated on high power for 15 seconds before
squeezing.

Cooking Porridge

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Porridge is easily cooked in the serving dish
with no sticky pan to wash. Follow food
manufacturers’ recommendations.

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Care and cleanin

The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spil lovers or spatters will attract microwave energy
causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt
to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the ove n. Repairs should only be done by a
qualified service technician.

Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.

Cleaning the accessories (turntable and su

Clean them with mild detergent after removing them from t he cavity. The turntable support should be carefully
handled.

CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use.

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Cleaning the interior

Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spill-overs and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are
allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the
efficiency of the oven, and possibly damage the oven interior. Use mild, liquid detergent, warm water and a
soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.

NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON
ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN.

To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water in t he microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes.

NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE DEPOSITS FROM OVEN SURFACES.

To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of wat er plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.

Cleaning the exterior

Open the oven door when cleaning the control panel. This will prevent the oven fr om being turned on
accidentally. You should clean outside surfaces of the oven with mild liquid detergent and water followed by a
wiping with clear water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.

Spray-on window cleaners or all purpose spray-on kitc hen cleaners can also be used. Never use abrasive
cleaners, scouring pads or harsh chemicals on outside surfaces of your oven. To prevent damage to the
working parts, do not allow water to seep into ventilation openings.

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After-sales service and spare parts

If the appliance does not work correctly, carry out
the following checks first before contacting the
local After-Sales Service Centre.

If the oven does not start:

• Check that the plug is pushed in properly.

• Check that any switch, at the wall socket or

elsewhere in the circuit, is ON.

• Check that the wall socket is working by plugging in

something else that you know is working.

• Check the fuse in the fuse-box.

If the microwaves are not operating:

• The child security feature might have been set
(available on some models)

• Check that the controls have been set correctly.

• Check the adjustments/procedures by referring to

the instruction manual.

• Check that the door is closed properly. (If particles
of food or other things remain stuck in the doorway,
the door will not close correctly and the microwave
oven will not operate.)

• Check that the Start button is activated.

If the oven still does not work properly after the above
checks, contact the local NEC After-Sales Service
Centre. The addresses can be found on the following
pages of this user guide.

When you make your call to the After-Sales Service
Centre, you will be asked for the following information:

1. Your name, address and postcode

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details about the fault

4. The model number

5. The serial number

6. The purchase date
We advise you to write down the information below so
that you will have the details to hand:

Model number:

Serial number:

P.N.C:

Purchase date:

If your appliance is still under guarantee, you must
be sure that the necessary checks have been made,
because a technician call-out charge will be levied if
the problem is not mechanical or electrical.

Please note that your proof of purchase will be
required for any call-out made during the guarantee
period.

Spare parts

Spare parts can be purchased through your After-Sales
Service Centre.

Customer service

IMPORTANT :
If you call out a technician for one of the above
faults or to repair a fault caused by incorrect
installation or operation, you will be charged for
this call-out even if the appliance is still under
guarantee.

For all general enquiries about your NEC appliance
or for other information on NEC products, contact
our Customer Service centre by mail or telephone.

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NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.

ABN 86 001 217 527

Home Electronics Group

NEC Service Centres

New South Wales

Sydney 184 Milperra Rd, Revesby 2212 [phone]
Newcastle 120 Parry Street, Newcastle West 2302 [phone]

Victoria

Melbourne 480 Princes Highway, Noble Park 3174 [phone]

Queensland

Brisbane 116 Ipswich Rd, Woollongabba 4102 [phone]
Southport Shop 1, 48 Ferry Road, Southport 4215 [phone]

South Adelaide

Adelaide 84A Richmond Rd, Keswick, 5053 [phone]

Western Australia

Perth 45 Sarich Court, Osborne Park 6017 [phone]

For Service in outer areas, please contact your NEC retailer for the address of the nearest
Authorised NEC Service Centre

NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.

Home Electronics Group

244 Beecroft Road EPPING 2121

Tel: 131 632

Fax: [phone]