NEC N924P, N924W User Manual

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.

OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS & COOK BOOK

MICROWAVE OVEN

N924W/N924P

• PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

• EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

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• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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• EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

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• INSTALLATION

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• FEATURES DIAGRAM

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4~5

• OPERATION PROCEDURE

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• HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS............................................................................................7~17

• CARE AND CLEANING

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• SPECIFICATIONS

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• IMPORTANT NOTE

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• BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

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• QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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• COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

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• COOKING UTENSILS

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• USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY

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• ARCING

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• MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES

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• HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD

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• CONVERSION CHARTS

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• COOKING TECHNIQUES

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• DEFROSTING GUIDE

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• DEFROSTING CHART

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• COOKING & REHEATING CHART

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• VEGETABLE CHART

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• RECIPES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE 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.

by an authorised NEC repairer : (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loose), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) WARNING : It is hazardous for anyone other than an authorised NEC repairer to carry out any service or

repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

(e) WARNING : Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. (f) WARNING : 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.

• It is not recommended for use in an environment where excessive vibration could be experienced

• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING: To prevent fire, burns, electric shock and other hazards please heed the following

warnings: Listed below are certain rules and safeguards to follow to assure high performance from your

microwave oven.

11. Do not use the oven for any reason other

than food preparation, such as for drying clothes, paper, or any other nonfood items or for sterilizing purposes.

12. Do not use the oven when empty, this could

damage the oven.

13. Do not use the oven cavity for any type of

storage, such as papers, cookbooks, cookware, etc.

14. Do not operate the oven without the glass

tray in place. Be sure it is sitting properly on the rotating base.

15. Make sure you remove caps or lids prior to

cooking when you cook food sealed in bottles.

16. Do not put foreign material between the

oven surface and door. It could result in excessive leakage of microwave energy.

17. Do not use recycled paper products for

cooking. They may contain impurities which could cause sparks and/or fires when used during cooking.

18. Do not pop popcorn unless popped in a

microwave approved popcorn popper or unless it's commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens. Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield than conventional popping; there will be a number of unpopped kernels. Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer.

19. Do not pop popcorn longer than the

manufacturer's directions. (popping time is generally below 3 minutes). Longer cooking does not yield more popped corn, it can cause scorchings and fire. Also, the cooking tray can become too hot to handle or may break.

10. Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, etc., without first piercing them several times with a fork.

11. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

12. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

13. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

14. Always test the temperature of food or drink which has been heated in a microwave oven before you give it to somebody, especially to children or elderly people. This is important because food and drink which has been heated in a microwave oven continue to get hotter even though the microwave oven cooking has stopped.

15. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended;

16. 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.

17. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as the temperature cannot be controlled and this may lead to overheating and fire.

18. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

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

WARNING : Improper use of the earthing plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a

qualified electrician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly earthed. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3blade earthing plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

INSTALLATION

1. 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 75mm between oven sides and rear. The minimum free space allowed from the top surface of the microwave is 100mm.

2. Steady, flat location

This oven should be set on a steady, flat surface. This oven is designed for counter top use only.

3. Leave space behind and side

Clearance around all air vents is necessary. If vents are covered during operation, the oven may overheat and could cause permanent damage.

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 and so on. Position the oven as far from them as possible.

5. Position away from heating appliances and water taps

Position your microwave away from hot air, steam or splash as the insulation could be adversely affected and could cause permanent damage.

6. Power supply

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Check your local power source. This oven requires a current of approximately 6 amperes, 240V, 50Hz.

• Power supply cord is about 0.8 meters long.

• The voltage used must be the same as specified on this oven. Using a higher voltage may result in a fire or other accident causing oven damage. Using low voltage will cause slow cooking. No responsibility will be taken for damage resulting from use of this oven with a voltage of ampere fuse other than those specified.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

7. Examine the oven after unpacking for any damage

Examine your oven for damage such as: misaligned door, broken door, a dent in the cavity. If any of these are visible, DO NOT INSTALL your microwave and notify your dealer immediately.

8. Do not operate the oven if it is colder than room temperature

This can occur if delivery occurs in very cold weather. Allow the oven to return to room temperature before operation.

DOOR SEAL

Door seals maintain the microwaves within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage.

DOOR HOOK

When the door is closed, it will automatically lock shut. If door is opened while oven is operating, the magnetron tube will immediately stop operating.

DOOR SCREEN

Allows viewing of food. Microwaves cannot pass through perforations in screen.

SPATTER SHIELD

Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of cooking foods.

OVEN LAMP

Automatically turns on during oven operating.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

CONTROL PANEL

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.

OVEN FRONT PLATE

DOOR OPENING BUTTON

To open the door push the door opening button. When door is closed, it will automatically lock shut. If door is opened while oven is operating, the magnetron tube will immediately stop operating.

ROLLER GUIDE

Supports the glass cooking tray.

FEATURES DIAGRAM

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1 Display

Cooking time, power level, present time are displayed.

2 Auto Cook

Used to cook using a program or to reheat.

3 Auto defrost

Used to defrost food (for weight).

4 Power

Used to set power level.

5 Defrost

Used to defrost food (for time).

6 Clock

Used to set clock.

7 Time set pad

Used to set the cooking time and the present time.

8 Reheat Meal

Used to reheat dinner plate.

9 Stop/Clear

Used to stop the oven operation or to delete the cooking data.

0 Start/Speedy Cook

Used to start the oven operation and also increase the reheat time by 30 seconds.

FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)

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

If the START/SPEEDY COOK button is pressed 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.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

This section includes useful information about oven operation.

1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 10 Amp, 240V AC 50Hz power outlet.

2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and place 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.

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

W ATTAGE OUTPUT CHART

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

Power Level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power

Touch POWER pad,

Once the Touch

POWER P-HI 100%

9 P-90 90% 8 P-80 80% 7 P-70 70% 6 P-60 60% 5 P-50 50% 4 P-40 40% 3 P-30 30% 2 P-20 20% 1 P-10 10% 0 P-00 0%

DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS...

1. Touch CLOCK pad.

This is a 12 hour clock system.

This is a 24 hour clock system.

The display will then begin blinking.

The display stop 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.

2. Touch CLOCK pad once more.

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

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4. Touch CLOCK pad.

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 re-enter the time.

NOTE: This oven is multiple

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

CLOCK

HOW TO SET THE OVEN 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.

WEIGHT DEFROSTING

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

DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS...

1. Touch AUTO DEFROST (MEAT/POULTRY/FISH) pad. example) MEAT

The g indicator lights and defrosting weight is displayed.

The display will show defrost weight you pressed in the order you touched.

WEIGHT DEFROSTING begins. The defrosting time is automatically determined by the food category and weight entered. The g 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.

2. Touch MEAT pad for the defrosting weight you want. example) MEAT touched twice.

3. Press START/SPEEDY

COOK button.

NOTE: Thin areas or edges of food can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil to prevent over

defrosting.

AUTO

DEFROST

M E A T

WEIGHT DEFROSTING(continued)

1. Touch Meat pad.

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

3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.

The g indicator light and "500" is displayed.

MEA T

1. Touch Poultry pad.

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

3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.

The g indicator light and "800" is displayed.

POUL TR Y

1. Touch Fish pad.

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

3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.

Touch pad MEAT POULTRY FISH

once 500 g 800 g 300 g

twice 800 g 1000 g 500 g

3 times 1000 g 1200 g 800 g

4 times 1200 g 1500 g 1000 g

* WEIGHT DEFROST CHART

The g indicator light and "300" is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

FISH DEFROSTING begins.

FISH

The display will show what you touched.

POULTRY DEFROSTING begins.

The display will show what you touched.

MEAT DEFROSTING begins.

DEFROST

TIME DEFROSTING

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

DO THIS... THIS HAPPENS...

1. Touch DEFROST pad.

The Def. indicator lights and " :0" is displayed.

The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched.

When you touch START pad, the Def. indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the TIME DEFROST mode. The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the TIME 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.

2. Touch number pads for the defrosting time you want.

3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK COOK button.

NOTE: Your oven can be

programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds. (99:99)

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NOTE: Thin areas or edges of food can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil to prevent over

defrosting.

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