Panasonic NNDS592B Operating Instructions
Operating Instruction and Cook Book
Steam Double Heater Microwave Oven
Household Use Only
Model NO.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.
NN-DS592B
We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave oven. Before operating this oven, please
read these instructions carefully and completely, and keep them for further reference.
If you have only used a microwave oven for reheating and defrosting, with Panasonic’s Inverter Technology you
can be reassured of excellent results when cooking a variety of foods, as the ‘soft’ penetration of microwave
energy to the centre of food helps prevent over cooking on edges and surfaces. Foods can now be gently
simmered without the concern of boil over.
After reading the introductory chapter, we are sure you will be able to master the basic techniques and thereby
develop a fi rm understanding of your new oven. This book includes recipes from starters to desserts. After trying
our recipes be sure to adapt your favourite recipes to microwave methods.
Start experimenting now, and enjoy the fi rst class results you will achieve by using your new microwave oven.
Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd
1 Innovation Road
Macquarie Park
NSW 2113
The serial number of this product may be found on
the right side of the control panel. You should note the
model number and serial number of this oven in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER _______________________
SERIAL NUMBER _______________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________
Table of Contents
Before Operation
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................................2-3
Installation and General Instructions ...........................................................................................3-4
Microwaves and How They Work ...................................................................................................5
Cookware and Utensils Guide .....................................................................................................5-6
Cookware and Utensil Chart ..........................................................................................................7
Feature Diagram .........................................................................................................................8-9
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................10
Display Window ............................................................................................................................ 11
Dial Features ................................................................................................................................11
INGREDIENT CONVERSION CHART .........................................................................................13
Operation and Hints
To Set Clock .................................................................................................................................12
To Use Child Safety Lock .............................................................................................................13
To Cook/Reheat/Defrost by Micro Power and Time ...............................................................14, 16
Steam & Micro Power Setting ......................................................................................................15
Steam Shot Setting ......................................................................................................................15
Defrosting by Steam Setting .........................................................................................................16
Defrosting Tips and Techniques ...................................................................................................17
Sensor Reheat Setting .................................................................................................................18
Recommended Food Temperature for Sensor Reheat ................................................................19
Steam Reheat Setting ..................................................................................................................20
To Cook on Oven by Time Setting ...........................................................................................21-22
To Cook on Grill by Time Setting .............................................................................................23-24
To Cook on Combination by Time Setting ....................................................................................25
3-Stages Setting ...........................................................................................................................26
Drain Setting .................................................................................................................................26
To Cook Food Using Auto Cook Menu ....................................................................................27-32
Cleaning Setting ...........................................................................................................................33
To Use Timer ................................................................................................................................34
Quick Guide to Operation ........................................................................................................39-41
Maintenance
Care of your Microwave Oven ......................................................................................................35
Before Requesting Service ......................................................................................................36-37
Technical Specifi cation .................................................................................................................37
Panasonic Warranty .....................................................................................................................38
Cooking Guide
Microwave Recipe Techniques ................................................................................................42-44
Breakfast Basics ......................................................................................................................45-46
Soups, Snacks and Starters ....................................................................................................47-54
Fish and Shellfi sh ....................................................................................................................55-58
Poultry .....................................................................................................................................59-66
Main Fare Meats .....................................................................................................................67-77
Vegetable Varieties ..................................................................................................................78-84
Rice, Pasta and Cereal ...........................................................................................................85-89
Cakes, Slices and Biscuits ......................................................................................................90-95
Desserts and Pastries ...........................................................................................................96-101
Micro - Made Extras ............................................................................................................102-105
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Important Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Precautions to be taken when
using Microwave Ovens for Heating
foodstuffs
INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE. A microwave oven
should only be used if an inspection confi rms all of
the following conditions:
1. The grille is not damaged or broken.
2. The door fi ts squarely and securely and opens
and closes smoothly.
3. The door hinges are in good condition.
4. The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are
neither buckled nor deformed.
5. The door seals are neither covered with food nor
have large burn marks.
PRECAUTIONS. Microwave radiation from
microwave ovens can cause harmful effects if the
following precautions are not taken:
1. Never tamper with or deactivate the interlocking
devices on the door.
2. Never poke an object, particularly a metal object,
through a grille or between the door and the oven
while the oven is operating.
3. Never place saucepans, unopened cans or other
heavy metal objects in the oven.
4. Do not let other metallic articles, e.g., fast food
foil containers, touch the side of the oven.
5. Clean the oven cavity, the door and the seals with
water and a mild detergent at regular intervals.
Never use any form of abrasive cleaner that may
scratch or scour surfaces around the door.
6. Always use the oven with trays or cookware
recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Never operate the oven without a load (i.e., an
absorbing material such as food or water) in the
oven cavity unless specifi cally allowed in the
manufacturer’s literature.
8. For horizontally hinged doors, never rest heavy
objects such as food containers on the door while
it is open.
9. Do not place sealed containers in microwave
ovens. Baby bottles fi tted with a screw cap or a
teat are considered to be sealed containers.
10. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
11. Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
12. 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 which gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy.
Practical Hints:
1. For initial use of GRILL, DOUBLE GRILL,
COMBINATION and OVEN, if you see white
smoke arise, it is not malfunction.
2. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on
the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during
GRILL, DOUBLE GRILL, COMBINATION and
OVEN. Use care when opening or closing door and
when inserting or removing food and accessories.
3. The oven has a heater situated in the top of the
oven. After using the GRILL, DOUBLE GRILL,
COMBINATION and OVEN functions, the ceiling will
be very hot.
4. The accessible parts may become hot when
GRILL, DOUBLE GRILL, COMBINATION and
OVEN is in use. Children should be kept away.
Important Instructions
WARNING—To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fi re, injury to persons or excessive microwave
energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the microwave
oven.
2. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers - (for example, closed glass jars and
sealed baby bottles with teat) - may explode
and should not be heated in the microwave oven.
3. Use this microwave oven only for its intended use
as described in this manual.
4. As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
5. Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not
working properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
6. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
7. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
8. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
10. To reduce the risk of fi re in the oven cavity:
(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
(b) Heating therapeutic wheat bags is not
recommended. If heating, do not leave
unattended and follow manufacturers’
instructions carefully.
(c) Remove wire twist-ties from bags before
placing bag in oven.
(d) If materials inside the oven should ignite,
keep oven door closed, turn oven off at the
wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
(e) Never leave microwave unattended while
cooking or reheating.
11. Do not remove outer panel from oven.
12. Appliances are not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remotecontrol system.
13. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition
could lead to deterioration of the surface that
could adversely affect the life of the appliance
and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
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Important Safety Instructions
Circuits
Your microwave ovens should be operated on
a separate circuit from other appliances. The
voltage used must be the same as specifi ed on
this microwave oven. Failure to do this may cause
the power board fuse to blow, and/or food to cook
slower. Do not insert higher value fuse in the power
board.
Earthing Instructions
This microwave oven 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 microwave oven is equipped
with a cord having an earthing wire with an 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.
WE CERTIFY THAT THIS MICROWAVE OVEN
HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND COMPLIES WITH
THE REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATION 3,
SUBCLAUSE(2), OF THE MICROWAVE OVENS
REGULATIONS 1982.
(This statement applicable only to New Zealand.)
We certify that this microwave oven has been
inspected and complies with the safety requirements
of government notice 466 of March 1981, and
complies with the Radio Regulation of government
notice 587 of March 1986.
(This statement applicable only to South Africa)
WARNING
a) The door seals and door seal areas should
be cleaned with a damp cloth. The appliance
should be inspected for damage to the door
seals and door seal areas and if these areas
are damaged the appliance should not be
operated until it has been repaired by a qualifi ed
service technician trained by the manufacturer.
b) It is dangerous for anyone other than a service
technician trained by the manufacturer to
perform repair service.
c) If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced by a qualifi ed service
technician with the special cord available only
from the manufacturer.
d) Before use, the user should check that whether
the utensils are suitable for use in microwave
ovens.
e) Liquids or other foods must not be heated
in sealed containers since they are liable to
explodeexplode, at the same time it should
avoid the boiling liquids splash.
f) 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.
g) When the appliance is operated in the GRILL,
DOUBLE GRILL, COMBINATION and OVEN
modes, children should only use the oven
under adult supervision due to the temperatures
generated.
Installation and General Instructions
General Use
1. In order to maintain high quality, do not operate
the oven when empty. The microwave energy
will refl ect continuously throughout the oven if
no food or water is present to absorb energy.
This can lead to damage to the microwave oven
including arcing within the oven cavity.
2. If smoke is observed, press the STOP/RESET
Pad and leave door closed in order to stifl e any
fl ames. Disconnect the power cord, and/or shut
off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
3. Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials
in oven. They may catch on fi re.
4. Do not use recycled paper products, unless the
paper product is labelled as safe for microwave
oven use. Recycled paper products may contain
impurities which may cause sparks and/or fi res
when used.
5. Do not use newspapers or paper bags for
cooking.
6. Do not hit or strike the Control Panel. Damage to
controls may occur.
7. POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from
food is transferred to the cooking container
and from the container to the Glass Tray. The
GlassTray can be very hot after removing the
cooking container from the oven.
8. Do not store fl ammable materials next to, on top
of, or in the oven. It could be a fi re hazard.
9. Do not cook food directly on ceramic plate unless
indicated in recipes. (Food should be placed in a
suitable cooking utensil.)
10. DO NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or other
non-food products. DO NOT clean this oven
with any product that is labelled as containing
corrosive chemicals. The heating of corrosive
chemicals in this oven may cause microwave
radiation leaks.
11. If glass tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning
or placing in water.
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Installation and General Instructions
12. When using the COMBINATION mode, never
place any aluminum or metal container directly
on the wire rack. Always insert a heat-proof,
grass plate or dish between the wire rack and the
aluminum container. This will prevent sparking
that may damage the oven.
13. It is recommended not to use the wire rack when
cooking in the MICROWAVE mode only.
14. During cooking, some steam will condense inside
and/or on the oven door. This is normal and safe.
Steam will disappear after the oven cools down.
15. Do not leave the microwave unattended
while reheating or cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, paper or other
combustible materials, as these types of
containers can ignite if overheated.
Placement of Oven
1. The oven must be placed on a fl at, stable
surface, more than 85 cm above the fl oor. For
correct operation, the oven must have suffi cient
air fl ow. Allow 25 cm of space on the top of
the oven, 10 cm at the back, and 5 cm on both
sides. If one side of the oven is placed fl ush
to wall, the other side or top must not be
blocked. Do not remove feet.
a. Do not block air vents. If they are blocked
during operation, the oven may be overheated
and damaged. When using any cloth over the
oven, the air intake and exhaust should not
be blocked. Do not place a cloth on top of the
unit during COMBINATION/CONVECTION/
GRILLING cooking as the top of the
microwave gets very hot. Also allow suffi cient
space on back and both sides of the oven.
b. Do not place oven near a hot or damp surface
such as a gas stove, electric range or sink etc.
c. Do not operate oven when room humidity is
too high.
2. This oven was manufactured for household use
only.
3. The appliance is freestanding type and shall not
be placed in a cabinet.
Food
1. Do not use your oven for home canning or the
heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build
up and the jar may explode. In addition, the
microwave oven cannot maintain the food at the
correct canning temperature. Improperly canned
food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
2. Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave
oven.
3. Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs (unless otherwise stated in Cooking
Guide section). Pressure will build up and the
eggs will explode.
4. Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, chicken wings,
whole squash and sausages are examples of
foods with nonporous skins. This type of food
must be pierced before cooking, to prevent
bursting.
5. When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and
beverages, in your microwave oven, overheating
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a
sudden boil over of hot liquid. To prevent this
possibility the following steps should be taken:
a) Avoid using straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
b) Do not overheat.
c) Stir the liquid before placing the container in
the oven and halfway through cooking time.
d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven for
a short time, stirring again before carefully
removing the container.
6. DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT
THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN.
To check the degree of cooking of roasts and
poultry use a MICROWAVE THERMOMETER.
Alternatively, a conventional meat thermometer
may be used after the food is removed from the
oven. If undercooked, return meat or poultry to
the oven and cook for a few more minutes at
the recommended power level. It is important
to ensure that meat and poultry are thoroughly
cooked.
7. COOKING TIMES given in the Cooking Guide
section are APPROXIMATE. Factors that may
affect cooking time are preferred degree of
moisture content, starting temperature, altitude,
volume, size, shape of food and utensils used.
As you become familiar with the oven, you will be
able to adjust for these factors.
8. It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN
OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it
can always be returned to the oven for further
cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be
done. Always start with minimum cooking times
recommended.
9. Extreme care should be taken when cooking
popcorn in a microwave oven. Cook for minimum
time as recommended by manufacturer. Use
the directions suitable for the wattage of your
microwave oven. NEVER leave oven unattended
when popping popcorn.
10. When heating food in plastic or paper containers,
check the oven frequently due to the possibility of
ignition.
11. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars
are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature
is to be checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.
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Microwaves and How They Work
Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio
waves similar to those used by a radio, including
AM, FM and CB. They are similar to a television
where the radio waves are converted to a picture on
the screen. However, microwaves are much shorter
than radio waves; approximately twelve centimetres
wave length. Electricity is converted into microwave
energy by the magnetron tube (which is the heart of
the microwave oven).
From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is
transmitted to the oven cavity through a small plastic
covered piece. The microwaves are converted to heat
in the food. The microwaves enter from the outside
of the food and travel through the food losing half of
their power every two to three centimetres. Continued
cooking to the centre occurs by conduction.
Although pacemakers used to be affected by
microwaves (as well as by other radio waves), they
are now shielded and are not bothered by these
interferences. This allows people with pacemakers
to sit calmly by their radio or television and cook with
microwave ovens.
When microwaves come in contact with a substance,
any one or combination of three things may occur.
They can be:
1. REFLECTED
2. TRANSMITTED
3. ABSORBED
Refl ection:
Metal substances REFLECT microwave energy and
because there is no absorption, there is no heating.
This is why the oven interior is either stainless
steel or epoxy-coated steel. This ensures that the
microwaves are kept inside the cavity and evenly
distributed throughout the food with the help of the
turntable.
Transmission:
Such substances as paper, glass and plastic
TRANSMIT microwave energy and do not become
hot except from food. Because these substances
do not refl ect or absorb microwave energy, they are
ideal materials for microwave cooking containers.
Absorption:
Food contains moisture and will ABSORB microwave
energy, which causes the moisture molecules
within the food to vibrate at an incredible rate
(2,450,000,000 times per second). Friction, created
by the vibration, produces heat energy which is
conducted throughout the food.
Cookware and Utensils Guide
It is important to use the correct container when
cooking in a microwave oven. The following will help
you make the right selection.
How to Test a Container for Safe
Microwave Oven Use
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE
OVEN USE: Fill a 1-cup glass measure with cool
water and place it in the microwave oven alongside
the empty container to be tested; heat one (1)
minute at High. If the container is microwave
ovensafe (transparent to microwave energy), the
container should remain comfortably cool, the water
in glass measure should be hot. If the container is
hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and
should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for
plastic containers.
Paper Products and Freezer Wrap
Waxed paper, paper plates, cups and napkins should
not be used for heating or cooking food. Freezer
wrap should not be used as it is not heat resistant
and may melt. Paper towel, greaseproof paper and
bake paper may be safely used for short periods of
time for covering or lining.
Glass, Ceramic and China
Heat-Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in
microwave cooking. Many of these items are readily
available in most homes: glass jugs, mixing bowls,
loaf dishes, covered casseroles, oblong baking
dishes, pie plates and round or square cake dishes.
Examples of this type of cookware are Pyrex® and
Corningware®.
Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating.
Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe.
Check the care information for reference to
microwave use for dinnerware and serving pieces. If
dinnerware is marked ovenproof, it frequently is safe
to use in the microwave oven. However, to be sure,
check by conducting microwave dish test previously
mentioned.
Several types of glassware and dinnerware are
not recommended for use in the microwave oven.
Do not use dishes with metallic trim or containers
with metal parts. Do not use cups or mugs with
glued on handles, as they may fall off with continued
heating. Do not use delicate glassware. Although the
glassware may be transparent to microwave energy
the heat from the food may cause the glassware to
crack.
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Cookware and Utensils Guide
(continued)
Plastics
Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers
should be used with care in a microwave oven.
Choose plastic containers carefully, as some plastic
containers may become soft, melt and may scorch.
The majority of plastic dishes, even those designed
for use in the microwave oven, are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat or sugar content, or for
lengthy cooking times. Most microwave plastic dishes
should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes
on High power. These dishes, although not suitable
for extended cooking, may be used successfully for
defrosting or for use on lower power levels.
Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling,
freezing, or conventional heating are microwave
safe. Prepare bags according to manufacturer’s
directions. When cooking by microwave, DO NOT
use wire twist-ties to close bag. They can act as an
antenna and cause arcing (sparks).
DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE
BAGS.
Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP® can be used
to cover dishes in most recipes. Over an extended
heating time, some disfi guration of the wrap may
occur. When removing plastic wrap “covers”, as well
as any glass lid, be careful to remove it away from
you to avoid steam burns.
Loosen plastic but let dish stand, covered.
Jars and Bottles
Jars and bottles can be used to warm food to serving
temperature, if the lid is removed fi rst. Cooking
should not be done in these containers since most
are not heat resistant and during extended heating
times, heat from food would cause cracking or
breaking.
Metal
Metal cookware or utensils, or those with metallic
trim, should NOT be used in the microwave. Since
microwave energy is refl ected by metal, foods in
metal containers will not cook evenly. There is also a
possibility of “arcing”.
Although metal utensils should be avoided in
microwave cooking, some metal can be helpful when
used correctly.
Aluminum foil can be used safely, if certain guidelines
are followed, to prevent overcooking. Small pieces of
foil are used to shield areas such as chicken wings,
tips of roasts, or other thin parts that cook before
the rest of the recipe is fi nished. Make sure foil is
attached securely and doesn’t touch sides of oven,
otherwise arcing may occur. Foil lined containers,
either cardboard or plastic, should NOT be used in
the microwave oven as arcing could occur.
Metal twist-ties, either paper or plastic coated, should
NOT be used in the microwave oven. Frozen dinner
trays can be used in the microwave, if the container
is no deeper than 2 cm and is fi lled with food. Metal
skewers can not be used in microwave ovens as
arcing may occur. Wooden skewers are readily
available and give the same result.
Shells: Scalloped baking shells are best used during
reheating and for short periods of cooking time only.
Thermometers are available for use in microwave
ovens. DO NOT USE CONVENTIONAL MERCURY
TYPE CANDY OR MEAT THERMOMETERS in food
while cooking in the microwave oven.
Straw, Wicker and Wood
Straw and wicker baskets may be used in the
microwave oven for short periods of time to warm
rolls or bread. Large wooden utensils, such as bowls
or cutting boards should NOT be used for prolonged
heating as the microwave energy may cause the
wood to become dry and brittle.
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Cookware and Utensil Chart
Microwave Grill Oven Combination Steam/Micro Double Grill
Aluminium foil for shielding yes yes for shielding for shielding no
Ceramic Plate yes yes yes yes yes no
Browning Dish no no no no no no
Brown paper bags no no no no no no
Dinnerware
oven/microwave safe
non-oven/microwave safe
Disposable
paperboard containers yes* no yes* yes* no no
Glassware
oven glassware & ceramic
non-heat resistant
Metal cookware no yes yes no yes no
Wire Rack no yes yes yes no no
Metal twist-ties no yes yes no yes no
yes
yes
yes
no
yesnoyes
no
yesnoyes
no
yes
no
yes
no
yes
no
yes
no
no
no
no
no
Oven cooking bag yes no yes* yes yes no
Paper towels and napkins yes no no no no no
Plastic defrosting rack yes no no no yes no
Plastic dishes
microwave safe
non microwave safe
Microwave safe Plastic wrap
Straw, wicker, wood yes no no no yes no
Thermometers
microwave safe
conventional
Waxed paper yes no no no not required no
Silicon bakeware yes* no yes* yes* yes* no
Double grill tray no no no no no yes
* Check manufacturers’ recommendation, must withstand heat.
yes
no
yes no no no not required no
yes
no
no
no
no
yesnoyes
no
no
no
no
no
no
yes
no
yes
no
no
no
no
no
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Feature Diagram
Ceramic Plate
Clean the glass ceramic plate after cooling.
Do not directly place the food on the glass ceramic plate. Place it on a container or container rack special
for the microwave oven.
Meul Label
Shelf Runners
(High/Low)
Door Hinge
Never put the
fi nger in.
Oven Window
Water Tank
1. The water tank must be installed in the middle of
the decorative plate.
2. Do not fi ll water above the full scale on the water
tank.
3. To avoid build-up, do not use hard water.
4. To avoid leakage, verify if the water tank is
correctly installed in place.
5. Please clean the water tank and the rubber cover
regularly.
6. Do not remove the rubber cover on the water
tank. Otherwise, the water tank may leak water.
Door Safety
Lock System
Evaporating Flume
Identifi cation Plate
The model number
and serial number
are displayed here.
Caution
Label
Caution
Label
Pull Door Handle
Opening the door during cooking will stop the
cooking process without cancelling the program.
Cooking resumes as soon as the door is closed
and Start/Set Pad is pressed. The oven light
will turn on and stay on whenever the door is
opened. It is quite safe to open the door at any
time during a cooking program and there is no
risk of Microwave exposure.
Display
Window
Power Supply Cord
Control Panel
• The control panels are
covered with removable
protective fi lm to prevent
scratches during shipping.
Small bubbles may
appear under this fi lm.
When this happens,
remove fi lm carefully.
(Hint - apply masking or
clear tape to an exposed
corner and pull gently to
remove.
Oven Air
Vents
Power
Supply Plug
Remove and fi ll the water tank
Glass Tray
1. Place in the direction of the
arrow.
2. Dragging the glass tray on
the oven window may cause
damage to the window.
3. Never insert on support shelf.
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Ceramic Cover
1. Install over the evaporating channel.
2. After using steam function, do not touch the
ceramic cover to avoid scalding.
3. Clean after cooling down.
Note:
Please place one side written“
Wire Rack
Do not use with metal metal
tray during MICROWAVE/
COMBINATION/
STEAM&MICRO
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” face up.
Feature Diagram
Double Grill Tray
1. Do not place it on the oven window.
Otherwise, the oven window may be
damaged.
2. Place it on the tray fl ange when using.
3. When cooking food, place it in the
middle of wavy range of the double
grill tray, avoiding letting the food into
the groove around, so that food can’t
be completely baked.
Oven Light:
Oven Light will turn on during cooking and also when door is opened.
(continued)
Decorating Plate (Collector Pan)
1. Install the Decorating Plate by clipping
2. Clean and wipe dry after using.
3. After cleaning, re-install the plate by
Metal Tray
1. Place the metal tray on the
shelves.
2. Always use oven mits to remove
from the oven after using.
onto the rubber feet before using.
clipping onto the rubber feet.
NOTE:
The above illustration is for reference only.
Feature Diagram
(Rear View)
Stopper
External Oven Air Vents
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Control Panel
Display Window
Sensor Reheat/
Steam Reheat
(pg.18, 20)
Oven
(pg.21-22)
Steam & Micro
Power Pad (pg.15)
Micro Power Pad
(pg.14)
Combination Pad
(pg.25)
Auto Menu
(pg.27-28)
Double Grill/Grill
(pg.23-24)
Timer/Menu/Weight/
Temp. Dial (pg. 11)
Steam Defrost Pad
(pg.16)
Timer/Clock Pad
(pg.12, 34)
More/Less Pad
(pg.20)
Stop/Reset Pad
Before cooking: One tap clears
all your instructions.
During cooking: One tap
temporarily stops the cooking
process. Another tap cancels
all your instructions and colon
or time of day appears in the
Display Window.
Beep Sound
When pad is pressed correctly, a beep sound will be heard. If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the
unit does not or cannot accept the instruction. The oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the
end of any complete programme, the oven will beep fi ve times.
NOTE:
If an operation is set and Start/Set Pad is not pressed, after 6 minutes, the oven will automatically cancel
the operation. The display will revert back to clock or colon mode.
Backlight power-saving mode
The microwave oven enters the backlight power-saving mode, which means the white backlight is turned off,
under the following conditions:
1. No operation is carried out 5 seconds after the child lock is set or cancelled.
2. No operation and no door opening or closing occur for 5 seconds after powering on or after the blank
timer blinks in the display window.
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Start/Set Pad
One tap allows oven to begin
functioning. If door is opened
or Stop/Reset Pad is pressed
once during oven operation,
Start/Set Pad must again be
pressed to restart oven.
Display Window
To help you operate the oven, the following numbers/symbols will appear in the display window.
Number ( Time/Menu/Weight/
Temp. No.)
Power Level
More/Less Display
Grill Tray Display
Oven Tray Display
Wire Rack Display
Accessory Placement
Without Preheating Setting
Preheating Setting
Defrost Feature
Sensor Reheat Temperature
Steam Feature
Dial Features
Temperature Display
3-Stage Display
Weight Display (kg/g )
Time Display
(Minute/Second)
Start Feature
Temperature Setting
Grill Feature
Oven Feature
Refill Water Setting
Micro power Feature
TIME CHOICE
Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the cooking time and
rotate the dial counter-clockwise to decrease the cooking time.
MENU CHOICE
Dial can be rotated in either direction to select the Menus.
WEIGHT CHOICE
Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the weight and rotate the
dial counter-clockwise to decrease the weight setting.
TEMPERATURE CHOICE
Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the temperature and
rotate the dial counter-clockwise to decrease the temperature
setting.
NOTE:
The maximum programmable time using Time Dial is up to 90 minutes.
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To Set Clock
You can use the oven without setting the clock.
E.g.: 10:35
1
Press twice
The default number 12:00 will blink in the Display Window.
2
Enter hour number
Enter hour number using Time Dial.
Clock is a 12 hour display. There isn’t a.m. or p.m. setting.
3
Press once
To verify your selection and the minute number will blink.
4
Enter minute number
Enter minute number using Time Dial.
5
Press once
Colon stops blinking; time of day is entered and locked into Display Window.
NOTES:
1. Oven will not operate while number is still blinking.
2. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through 5.
3. The clock will keep the time of day as long as oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
4. Maximum time available is 12:59. Clock is 12 hour only. One o’clock will be displayed as 1:00 not 13:00.
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To Use Child Safety Lock
This feature allows you to prevent operation of the oven by a young child; however, the door will open.
You can set Child Safety Lock when colon or time of day is displayed.
To set
or
Colon or time of day is displayed Press 3 times. Display Window
To cancel
or
Colon or time of day is displayedPress 3 times.Display Window
NOTE:
To set or cancel child safety lock, Start/Set pad or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10 seconds.
INGREDIENT CONVERSION CHART
INGREDIENT CONVERSION CHART
1
⁄4 cup 60 ml
1
⁄3 cup 85 ml
1
⁄2 cup 125 ml 1 teaspoon 5 ml
2
⁄3 cup 165 ml 2 teaspoons 10 ml
3
⁄4 cup 190 ml 3 teaspoons 15 ml
1 cup 250 ml 1 tablespoon 20 ml
1
⁄4 cups 310 ml 11⁄2 tbs 30 ml
1
1
⁄2 cups 375 ml 2 tbs 40 ml
1
2 cups 500 ml 3 tbs 60 ml
3 cup 750 ml 4 tablespoons 80 ml
1
⁄2 cups 875 ml
3
4 cups 1 litre
6 cups 1.5 litre
8 cups 2 litre
All recipes are tested using standard measurement that appear in the above chart.
1
⁄4 teaspoon 1 ml
1
⁄2 teaspoon 2 ml
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To Cook/Reheat/Defrost by
This feature allows you to set the desired power and time for cooking by yourself.
1
Select Power Level
Press Micro Power pad until your desired
power level appears in the Display Window.
(see chart below)
Note: When selecting High on the fi rst stage, you can start from step 2.
2
Set Cooking Time
Select the cooking time by using the Time Dial.
(High: up to 30 minutes, other powers: up to 90 minutes for a single stage)
NOTE:
When cooking time is longer than 60 minutes, the time will appear in hours and minutes.
0 - 3 minute time counts up in 10 seconds. 3 - 8 minute time counts up in 30 seconds. 8 - 30 minute
time counts up in 1 minute. Upwards from 30 minutes time counts up in 5 minutes.
3
Press
Micro Power and Time
E.g.: Med-High power 5'00"
Cooking will start.
The time in the Display Window will count down.
For more than one stage cooking,
Repeat steps 1 & 2 above then press Start. The maximum number of stages for cooking is 3. The oven
will beep twice between stages. (For further information, refer to page 26)
Micro Power:
The Micro Power Pad gives you a selection of different power levels representing decreasing amounts of
microwave energy, used for cooking foods at different speeds.
e.g.The lower the micro power setting, the more evenly the food cooks, although it will take a little longer.
To select the correct power level for cooking different foods, refer to the chart below.
Press POWER LEVEL WATTAGE DISPLAY EXAMPLE OF USE
1x High 1000 W
2x Medium-High 800 W
3x Medium 600 W
4x Medium-Low 400 W
5x Defrost 300 W
6x Low 200 W
Boil water. Cook fresh fruits, vegetables,
preserved fruit and candies.
Cook fish and seafood, meat, poultry, eggs and
cakes.
Cook cakes, stew food, and melt butter and
chocolate.
Cook tough meat, stew soup and soften butter.
Defrost meat, poultry or seafood.
Keep food warm and soften ice cream.
NOTE:
After using the oven, the fan may rotate to cool the electric components and “COOL” appears in the display
window. If you cook using microwave, “COOL” will appear after micro cooking over 3 minutes. This is
perfectly normal, and you can take out the food from the oven while the fan operates.
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Steam & Micro Power Setting
This feature is a steam and microwave combined heating method by adjusting the settings.
1
Press once
Press Steam & Power Level pad to select.
There is one level of Steam & Micro Power setting.
POWER LEVEL DISPLAY
Steam + Medium
2
Set cooking time.
Select the cooking time by using the Time Dial.(up to 15 minutes)
3
Press .
E.g.: 5'00"
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
Notes:
1. Always pour the water into the tank before using.
2. If setting the function as the fi rst stage, it needs 30 seconds preheating.
3. No cover lid or plastic wrap when using this feature.
4. The temperature of evaporating channel will be very high just after using micro steam, please do not
touch it.
5. Always wipe the remaining water in the evaporating channel after cooling the cavity.
Steam Shot Setting
This feature allows you add steam during oven (without preheating) or grill setting (up to 3 minutes).
E.g.: Add 1 minute during oven.
( )*
oven proceeding.
Notes:
1. Always pour the water into the tank before use.
2. The original setting is still counting down when setting steam shot.
3. The setting time can not exceed the remaining cooking time.
4. If the lower grill heaters are working when setting steam shot function, the heaters have to be stopped a
while to keep the steam shot working normally.
5. Each time after adding 1 minute, you should finish your operation within 3 seconds.
Keep pressing for 2 seconds
and 1 minute will be added.
* If you want to add 3 minutes, press
Steam & Micro Power pad twice
again within 3 seconds after step 2.
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Defrosting by Steam Setting
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood automatically by just setting the weight.
1
Press once.
2
Set Weight
The shape and size of the food will determine the maximum weight the oven can accommodate. The
recommended maximum weight of food depends on the oven cavity size. Weight must be programmed
in kilograms and tenths of a kilogram (0.1 kg ~ 3.0 kg). For best results, the minimun recommended
weight is 0.2 kg.
E.g.: 1.0 k
Set the required weight by using Weight dial.
3
Press
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
NOTE:
1. Pour water into the tank before defrosting.
2. The oven will beep once or twice during the total defrosting time. This indicates that food should
be turned, broken apart or removed. After attending to food, close door and press Start to resume
defrosting.
3. Steam will explode during defrosting. Do not cover or wrap.
4. "
" will appear and steam defrost function doesn't allow to use if the cavity is too hot. Use manual
setting instead of steam defrost.
Defrosting by Micro Power
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood by Defrost and time.
step 1 step 2 step 3
g
Press 5 times to select Defrost.
(Deforst power level, refer to page 14)
Please use plastic wrap or lids when defrosting. For further information, refer to next page.
Set time according to
chart on next page.
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Press
Defrosting Tips and Techniques
Preparation for Freezing:
1. Heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags and freezer wrap are suitable.
2. Freeze meats, poultry and fi sh in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. To aid in separating layers,
place two pieces of wax paper between them.
3. REMOVE ALL AIR and seal securely.
4. LABEL package with type and cut of meat, date and weight.
5. Defrosting times given in the charts are for thoroughly frozen foods (i.e. at least 24 hours in freezer
maintained at -18 °C or lower).
Defrosting Technique:
1. Remove from wrapper and set on a defrosting rack in a dish on Glass Tray.
2. On Turbo Defrost, the oven will beep during the defrosting time. At “beep”, turn over all meat, poultry,
fi sh and shellfi sh. Break apart stewing meat, chicken pieces and minced meat. Separate chops and
hamburger patties.Shield thin ends of roasts, poultry legs and wings, fat or bones with foil.
3. Throughout the defrosting time, remove any defrosted portions of mince or cubed meat, etc.
4. After defrosting, large roasts may still be icy in the centre. Let stand, 15 to 30 minutes, in refrigerator to
complete defrosting.
Defrosting Chart (by setting Micro Power at Defrost):
FOOD APPROX. TIME
(minutes per 500 g)
MEAT
Beef
Minced Beef
Roast: Topside
Beef Tenderloin
Chuck or Rump
Sirloin, rolled
Steak
Miscellaneous
Pork/Lamb
Roast
Chops
Ribs
POULTRY
Chicken
whole
pieces
fi llets
Duck
Turkey
6 - 8
7 - 9
7 - 9
7 - 9
7 - 9
5 - 7
6 - 8
7 - 9
5 - 7
5 - 7
7 - 9
6 - 8
6 - 8
6 - 8
7 - 9
INSTRUCTION
Halfway through the defrost cycle, break apart
minced beef, separate chops and remove meat
that is defrosted.
Turn meat over two to three times during
defrosting.
Shield edges and unevenly shaped ends of
roasts halfway through the defrost cycle.
Large roasts may still be icy in centre. Let stand.
Turn poultry over two to four times during
defrosting. Halfway through the defrost cycle,
shield end of drumsticks, wings, breast bones
and ends of poultry with foil.
Break apart chicken pieces and remove small
pieces such as wings, which may be defrosted
before larger pieces.
Rinse poultry under cold water to remove ice
crystals. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes, before
cooking.
FISH & SHELLFISH
Fish Fillets
Whole Fish
Crabmeat
Lobster Tails
Sea Scallops
Green Prawns
7 - 9
6 - 8
5 - 7
5 - 7
5 - 7
5 - 7
Halfway through the defrost cycle, turn whole
fi sh or blocks of fi llets over. Also, break apart
prawns or scallops. Remove any pieces that are
defrosted.
Let stand, 5 to 10 minutes, before cooking.
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Sensor Reheat Setting
This feature can reheat food without setting power and time to the temperature you desire. The temperature
range is - 10 ~ 90 °C.
1
Press once
Press once to select "Sensor Reheat" .
The default setting is 70 °C when plugging in. From the second time,
the default setting will be changed to previously setting if between 55 ~ 75 °C.
2
Select temperature
Set the desired temperature by using Temp. Dial. (- 10 ~ 90 °C)
E.g.: 45 °C
3
Press once.
After detecting for a period of time, press Sensor Reheat pad and the approximate current temperature
will appear in the display window for 3 seconds. (unnecessary step)
Notes:
1. "
2. After reheating, stir then serve.
3. The food must be put in the center of ceramic plate.
4. For the beverage, the reheat field is 1-4 cups (200 ml/cup). After reheating, stir carefully. Arrange the
" will be displayed if food temperature measured is higher than selected temperature.
containers as figure.
1 cup 2 cups (Top View)
oven door
position
4 cups3 cups
5. Cover food tightly with plastic wrap, otherwise, the fi nal temperature of food may be affected. If food is
only wrapped in plastic wrap (not in a container) ensure the seam overlap is placed underneath.
Plastic wrap
Food
6. Food less than 100 g can not be detected. Overheating may occur.
7. If the temperature of the cavity is too high, the sensor reheat feature can not be used. Display window
will display "
disappears.
8. The actual temperature maybe different from the required temperature. It depends on the cavity
temperature, the food density, the container, the placement of the food.
9. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks like bottles or jars when using Sensor Reheat.
". The sensor reheat feature can not be used again until the oven cavity cools and " "
Container
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Recommended Food Temperature for Sensor Reheat
To soften ice cream:
• The recommended
weight is 200-600 g.
• Please remove the
cover before softening.
To reheat baby food:
• The recommended weight
• Do not reheat in babies
• Stir thoroughly and check
To reheat bread:
• The recommended
weight is 100-200 g.
is 100-150 g.
bottles or jars.
the temperature carefully
before serving.
To reheat casserole type foods:
• The recommended weight is 100-600 g.
• After reheating, stir.
To reheat milk:
The recommended weight is 1-4
cups (200 ml/cup).
Refer to the note No. 5 on page 17.
To reheat milk:
• The recommended weight is
1-4 cups (200 ml/cup).
• Refer to the note No. 5 on
page 17.
To melt butter:
• The recommended weight is 100-250 g.
• Before melting, cut into small size cubes.
Note:
The above food heating temperatures are intended for recommendation. When heating liquid beverage, the
temperature cannot exceed 60 °C. Otherwise, it will boil and splash.
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Steam Reheat Setting
This feature allows you to reheat rice, meal without setting power and time. The recommended weight is
100-600 g.
1
Press twice
Press twice to select "Steam Reheat" .
2
Optional press
Optional setting to increase or decrease fi nished temperature of
your food to adjust to your liking.
Press More/Less Pad once: More cooking with indication “+”
Press More/Less Pad twice: Less cooking with indication “ -”
Press More/Less Pad three times: Returns to average cooking result.
3
Press .
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
E.g.: Use more function
Reheat Rice
• It is suitable for reheating rice.
• Stir the rice and pour water into the tank before
reheatin
• Do not cover or wrap.
• Stir again before serving.
Notes:
1. This feature is only suitable for cooked food.
2. It is not suitable for reheating liquids.
3. Frozen foods can be reheated, but thick, dense foods are not suitable.
4. If the temperature of the cavity is too high, the steam reheat feature can not be used. The display
window will display "
" " disappears.
5. While detecting, "_ _ _ _" will blink in the display window. After detecting, the cooking time appears in the
display window and begins to count down.
". Steam reheat feature can not be used again until the oven cavity cools and
Plated Meal
• It is suitable for reheating meal.
• Stir the meal and pour water into the tank before
• reheating.
• Do not cover or wrap.
• Stir again before serving.
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To Cook on Oven by Time Setting
You can set the temperature from 100 to 220 °C. It is especially suitable for cooking cake and pizza. Place
the food on metal tray then select the temperature and time.
With Preheating:
1
Press once to Select Oven Setting with preheating
The default temperature is 100 °C.
2
Select the desired temperature. (100 °C~220 °C)
Set the desired cooking emperature by using Temp. Dial.
E.g.: 150 °C
3
Press to preheat
Press once to start preheating.
After the oven is preheated, the oven will beep 3 times. Then open the door and
place the food into oven immediately.
4
Set Cooking Time
Set the desired cooking time by using Time Dial. (max. 90 minutes)
5
Press
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
Placement of Metal Tray
Shelf Runners (high/low)
E.g.: 45'00"
When using the metal tray, please put metal tray directly on the high/low shelves.
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To Cook on Oven by Time Setting
Without Preheating:
1
Press twice
The default temperature is 100 °C.
2
Select the desired temperature. (100 °C~220 °C)
Set the desired cooking emperature by using Temp. Dial.
3
Press
Press Set pad to verify the temperature.
4
Set Cooking Time
(continued)
E.g.: 150 °C
Set the desired cooking time by using Time Dial.
(up to 90 minutes)
5
Press
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
Ferment Setting (For proving yeast dough)
1
Press three time
The default oven temperature is 40 °C.
2
Set ferment time
Set desired ferment time by using Time Dial. (up to 90 minutes)
E.g.: 45'00"
3
Press
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
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E.g.: 45'00"
To Cook on Grill by Time Setting
Double Grill Setting
The double grill feature allows the upper and lower surfaces of food to be roasted by means of the particular
design of the double grill tray only. It is suitable for roasting all kinds of meat and seafood.
1
Press once to select double grill function.
2
Set the cooking time.
Set the desired cooking time by using Time Dial. (max.90 minutes)
E.g.: 5'00"
3
Press
The time in the display window will count down.
Placement of Double Grill Tray
Shelf Runners (high/low)
When using the double grill tray, please put double grill tray directly on the high/low shelves.
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To Cook on Grill by Time Setting
(continued)
Single Grill Setting
There are three power levels for grill. When grilling, heat is radiated from two heaters. It is especially suitable
for thin slices of meat and seafood as well as bread and meal. It is needn't to preheat the oven before grill.
Place the sauced food on the wire rack and select the program and time, then press Start/Set pad. At the
half of the cooking time, please open the door and turn over the foods carefully then continue cooking.
1
Press to Select Grill Setting
Press Double Grill/Grill Pad until the desired level appears in the Display Window. (see below chart)
Press Power Level Display Type of Food
2x Grill 1 (High)
Garlic Bread, Toast
3x Grill 2 (Medium)
4x Grill 3 (Low)
2
Set Cooking Time
Set the desired cooking time by using Time Dial. (max. 90 minutes)
3
Press
Cooking will start. The time in the Display Window will count down.
Seafood
Slice meat or ploultry
pieces
E.g.: Single Grill (High) 5'00"
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To Cook on Combination by Time Setting
There are three power levels for combination. It's a good way for roasting foods by combining microwave
and grill effectively. It's suitable for roasting poultry, meat and seafood. This function can ensure the foods
even cooking and keep the crispness of certain foods. Please open the door and turn over the foods when
half of the cooking time, then continue cooking.
1
Press to Select Combination Setting
Press Combination Pad until the desired level appears in the Display Window. (see below chart)
Press Power Level Display Type of Food
1x Combination 1
(High)
2x Combination 2
(Medium)
3x Combination 3
(Low)
2
Set Cooking Time
Set the desired cooking time by using Time Dial. (max. 90 minutes)
Sea food, Puddings
Beef, Lamb
Whole poultry
E.g.: Combination (High) 5'00"
3
Press
Cooking will start. The time in the Display Window will count down.
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3-Stages Setting
This feature allows you to program 3 Stages of cooking continuously.
E.g.: Continually set [Medium Power] 2 minutes, [Combination 1] 3 minutes and [Grill 1] 2 minutes.
1. Press 3 times to
set Medium Power
6. Set as 2 minutes using
Time Dial.
7. Press once. The time will count
down at the fi rst stage in the display
window.
NOTES:
1. When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage.
2. This feature is only available for Combination, Single Grill, Timer, Power, Steam&Micro Power function.
3. Steam & Micro Power feature can only be used once and can not be set with Grill and Combination.
2. Set as 2 minutes using
Time Dial.
5. Press once to select Grill 1
3. Press once to set
Combination 1
4. Set as 3 minutes using
Time Dial.
Drain Setting
This feature allows you to drain the water in the pipe away into the evaporating fl ume after using steam
feature. Please dry it up after the cavity cools down.
When Colon or time of day appears in
the display window, keep pressing Steam
Defrost pad for 2 seconds to begin draining.
Note:
1. This feature can be used up to 3 times in succession. For further use, please wait 10 minutes.
2. Ensure the tank is separated from the connection while using this feature. Otherwise, water in the tank
will also be drained into the evaporating fl ume.
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To Cook Food Using Auto Cook Menu
This feature allows you to cook or reheat most of your favourite foods by setting the weight only. The oven
determines the power setting, then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then just
enter the weight.
For menus 1-9, 11-16, 18-22, please operate as follows:
Without Preheating:
1
Press Once
The menu number 1 appears in the Display Window.
2
Select desired menu number
Select desired menu number by using Menu Dial.
E.g.: auto menu 9
Note:
indicates the wire rack or double grill tray should be used during cooking and placement of them.
3
Press
Press Set pad to verify the selection.
4
Set Weight
Set serving/weight by using Weight Dial.
5
Press
The cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.
E.g.: 300
g
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To Cook Food Using Auto Cook Menu
For menus 10, 17, please operate as follows:
With Preheating:
1
Press Once
The menu number 1 appears in the Display Window.
2
Select desired menu number
Select desired menu number by using Menu Dial.
3
Press
Press Set pad to verify the selection.
(continued)
E.g.: auto menu 10
4
Set Weight
Set serving/weight by using Weight Dial.
5
Press to begin preheating
The beep will sound 3 times after preheating.
The oven will produce a 30 seconds long reminding sound after the door opening for
1 minute and 30 senconds and no food is put in. If still no food put in after the sound,
the oven will stop operating.
6
Put the food into the oven.
indicates the metal tray should be used during cooking and placement of them.
7
Press
The cooking time appears n the display window and begins to count down.
E.g.: 300
g
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