Prestige SE28W/S Instruction Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN

MODEL SE28W/S

INSTRUCTON MANUAL

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TableofContents

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (UK ONLY)............................................................................... 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................. 3

COOKING UTENSILS............................................................................................................... 4

OTHER HELPFUL INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................ 6

OVEN OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................... 7

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION................................................................................................. 7

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION.............................................................................................. 8

MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION..................................................................................... 8

OPERATION ............................................................................................................................. 9

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 13

SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................14

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS............................................................................................... 14

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................ 16

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE..................................................................................... 17

IMPORTANT DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................ 17

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For your safety please read the following information.

Warning: This appliance must be earthed.

The appliance must be connected to a 230 volts 50 cycle AC supply by means
of a three-pin socket and should be protected by a 13-amp fuse in the plug.

The appliance is supplied with a moulded 13 amp 3 pin plug fitted with a 13
amp fuse. Should the fuse require replacement, it must be replaced with a fuse
rated at 13 amp and approved to BS1362.

The plug contains a removable fuse cover that must be refitted when the fuse
is replaced. In the event of the fuse cover being lost or damaged, the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover has been obtained.

If the moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home or is
removed for any other reason, then the fuse should be removed and the cut off
plug disposed of safely to prevent the hazard of electric shock.

There is a danger of electric shock if the old plug is inserted into any 13-amp
socket outlet.

How to wire a 13 amp plug

Important
The wires in the mains lead on this appliance are
coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue – Neutral
Brown – Live

As the colours may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals
in your plug proceed as follows.

The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol or coloured green and
yellow.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L.
You must make sure the lead is firmly secured under the cord clamp.

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY

y The oven cannot be operated with the door open due to the safety

interlocks built in the door mechanism which switch off cooking
functions when the door is opened. Operating the oven with the door
open could result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to tamper with the door mechanism.

y Do not let water or any other liquid enter the oven through the

ventilation slots.

y Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or

allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

y Do not operate the oven if it does not work as expected or the mains

lead is damaged or the unit is damaged in any way.

y It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that

there is no damage to the door (bent), or hinges and latches (broken or
loosened), or the door seals and sealing surfaces.

y The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except

qualified personnel.

y Read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
y Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
y When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the

oven due to the possibility of ignition.

y If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the

door closed in order to stifle any flames.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS:

y Microwave heating of liquids can result in delayed eruptive boiling;

therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

y The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or

shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.

y 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.

y The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
y 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.

y Only use a temperature probe recommended for this oven.
y Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
y Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again

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halfway through the heating time.

y After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time. Stir or shake

the contents (especially feeding bottles and baby foods) and carefully
check the temperature before use.

WARNINGS:

y If the door to door seals are damaged, the oven must not be

operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

y 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.

y Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers

since they are liable to explode.

y 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.

y This appliance is intended for domestic use only; any other use

may invalidate the warranty and might be dangerous.

y When the microwave is switched off it is NOT disconnected from

the mains, to do this you must remove the plug from the mains
supply outlet.

y The plug shall be the main disconnect device and shall remain

operable at all times.

y The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet unless it has

been tested in a cabinet.

y The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an

external timer or separate remote-control system.

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Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the
microwave oven. The following charts summarise the proper use of cooking
utensils in your oven.

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks
Aluminium foil

Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover
thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking.
Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil
should be at least 2.5cm away from oven walls.

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Browning dish

Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of
browning dish must be at least 5mm above the turntable.
Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.

Dinnerware

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

Glass jars

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

Glassware

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

Oven cooking
bags

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

Paper plates
and cups

Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave
oven unattended while cooking.

Paper towels

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

Parchment
paper

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

Plastic

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

Plastic wrap

Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to
retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.

Thermometers

Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).

Wax paper

Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminium tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe

dish.
Food carton with
metal handle

May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe

dish.
Metal or metal­trimmed utensils

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim

may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside

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

may split or crack.