RCA RMW1636SS Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Microwave Oven
RMW1636SS
1. Read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.
Keep them for further reference.
2. Record in the space below the “SERIAL NO.” found on the nameplate on your oven and
retain this information for future reference.
SERIAL NO.:
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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.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the:
① Door (bent),
② Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
③ Door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.
CONTENT
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERY ……………… 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS……………………………………………………………………………….2
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS………………………………………………………………………………………….4
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………4
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW………………………………………………………………………………..5
ABOUT YOUR OVEN……………………………………………………………………………………………….5
ABOUT FOOD………………………………………………………………………………………………………..6
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING………………………………………………………………………………….6
ABOUT SENSOR COOKING……………………………………………………………………………………….7
ABOUT SAFETY……………………………………………………………………………………………………..7
ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS……………………………………………………………………...…....7
ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE ………………………………………………………………...…8
SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..9
FEATURES DIAGRAM……………………………………………………………………………………………….…..9
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES……………………………………………………………………………………..…10
BASIC CONTROLS……………………………………………………………………………………………………...11
TO SET CLOCK………………………………………………………………………………………………….....11
TIME COOKING………………………………………………………………………………………………….…11
LIGHT CONTROL ..................................................................................................................................... 11
VENT FAN CONTROL .............................................................................................................................. 11
TURNTABLE ON/OFF .............................................................................................................................. 12
STOP/CLEAR ........................................................................................................................................... 12
SPECIAL FEATURES…………………………………………………………………………………………………...12
COMPU COOK ......................................................................................................................................... 12
COMPU DEFROST .................................................................................................................................. 13
MANUAL DEFROST ................................................................................................................................. 14
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES………………………..………………………………………………………....14
MINUTE PLUS/EXPRESS ........................................................................................................................ 14
TOUCH ON ............................................................................................................................................... 14
REHEAT ................................................................................................................................................... 14
KITCHEN TIMER ...................................................................................................................................... 14
CUSTOM HELP ........................................................................................................................................ 15
CLEAR AND CARE…………………………………………………………………………………………………...…15
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the
following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns,
electric shock, fire, injury to persons or
exposure to excessive microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY" on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” on
page 4.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided installation
instruction.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers -for example, closed
glass jars- are able to explode and should
not be heated in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use
as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This type of oven is specifically
designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is
not designed for industrial or laboratory
use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is
necessary when used by children.
8. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag in
oven.
c. If materials inside the oven ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
9. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.
Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils or food in the cavity when not in
use.
10. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are
able to be overheated beyond the boiling
point without appearing to be boiling due to
surface tension of the liquid. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not
always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR
OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to
person:
11. Do not overheat the liquid.
12. Stir the liquid both before and halfway
through heating it.
13. Do not use straight-sided containers with
narrow necks.
14. After heating, allow the container to stand
in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container.
15. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon
or other utensil into the container.
16. Do not heat oil or fat for deep-frying. It is
difficult to control the temperature of oil in
microwave oven.
17. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as
potatoes, whole squash, apples and
chestnuts before cooking.
18. The contents of feeding bottles and baby
jars should be stirred or shaken and the
temperature should be checked before
serving in order to avoid burns.
19. Cooking utensils may become hot
because of heat transferred from the
heated food. Potholders may be needed to
handle the utensil.
20. Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.
21. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
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22.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or a plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
23. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
24. Keep cord away from heated surface.
25. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
26. Use only thermometers, which are
specifically designed for use in microwave
ovens.
27. Do not operate any heating or cooking
appliance beneath this appliance.
28. Be certain the glass tray and roller rings
are in place when you operate the oven.
29. This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
30. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven
that comes together on closing the door,
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or
detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth.
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and Examining Your Oven
Carefully remove oven from carton. SAVE
THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE
INSTALLATION EASIER.
Remove:
1. All packing materials from inside the
oven cavity; however, DO NOT
REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER,
which is located on the ceiling in the
oven cavity. Check to see that there
are Installation Instructions, Wall
Template, Top Cabinet Template, bag
of Installation Hardware, Charcoal
Filter and Exhaust Damper Assembly.
Read enclosures and SAVE the
Owner’s Instructions.
2. The feature sticker from the outside of
the door, if there is one.
Check the oven for any damage, such as
misaligned or bent door, damaged door
seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose
door hinges and latches and dents inside
the cavity or on the door. If there is any
damage, do not operate the oven and
contact your dealer.
See Installation Instruction for more details.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the
event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
WARNING--- Improper use of the
grounding plug can result in a risk of
electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood
or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt
60 Hz, AC only, 20 amp. It is
recommended that a separate circuit
serving only the oven be provided. The
oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding
plug. It must be plugged into a wall
receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded.
Power Supply Cord
1. A short power supply cord is provided
to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are
available and may be used if care is
exercised in their use.
3. If long cord or extension cord is used：
a) The marked electrical rating of the cord
set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the
appliance.
b) The extension cord must be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and The longer
cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the counter top or table top
where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.
Notes:
If you have any questions about the
grounding or electrical instructions, consult a
qualified electrician or service person.
Neither RCA nor the dealer can accept any
liability for damage to the oven or personal
injury resulting from failure to observe the
electrical connection procedures.
RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE
Should there be any interference caused by
the microwave oven to your radio or TV,
check that the microwave oven is on a
different circuit, relocate the radio or TV as
far away from the oven as feasible or check
position and signal of receiving antenna.
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INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT YOUR OVEN
NEVER
use the oven without the turntable
and support nor turn the turntable over so
that a large dish could be placed in the
oven. The turntable will turn both clockwise
and anticlockwise.
The shelf gives you the option to reheat
more than one dish of food at the same
time. To reheat on 2 levels:
·Switch places after ½ the time.
·Make sure the shelf is positioned properly
inside the microwave to prevent damage to
the oven from arcing.
·Do not use a microwave browning dish on
the shelf. The shelf could overheat.
·Do not use the oven with the shelf on the
microwave floor. This could damage the
microwave.
·Use pot holders when handling the shelf-it
may be hot.
·Do not use the shelf when cooking popcorn.
ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is
on to absorb the microwave energy.
When using the oven at power levels below
100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling
on and off.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave
cooking. Room humidity and the moisture in
food will influence the amount of moisture
that condenses in the oven. Generally,
covered foods will not cause as much
condensation as uncovered ones.
Ventilation openings must not be blocked.
In using recipes or package directions,
check food a minute or two before the
minimum time and add time accordingly.
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ABOUT FOOD
FOOD DO DON’T
Eggs,
sausages,
fruits &
vegetable
· Puncture egg yolks before cooking to
prevent “explosion”.
·Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot
dogs and sausages so that steam escapes.
·Cook egg in shells.
·Reheat whole eggs.
Popcorn
· Use specially bagged popcorn for the
microwave oven.
·Listen while popping corn for the popping to
slow to 1 or 2 seconds or use special
Popcorn pad.
·
Pop popcorn in regular brown ba gs
or
glass bowls.
·Exceed maximum time on popcorn
package.
Baby food
·Transfer baby food to small dish and heat
carefully, stirring often. Check temperature
before serving.
·Put nipples on bottles after heating and
shake thoroughly. “Wrist” test before
feeding.
·Heat disposable bottles.
·Heat bottles with nipples on.
·Heat baby food in original jars.
General
·Cut baked goods with filling after heating to
release steam and avoid burns.
·Stir liquids briskly before and after heating to
avoid “eruption”.
·Use deep bowl, when cooking liquids or
cereals, to prevent boilovers.
·Heat or cook in closed glass jars or
airtight containers.
·Can in the microwave as harmful
bacteria may not be destroyed.
·Deep fat fry.
·Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet
papers.
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING
Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas
towards outside of dish.
·
Watch cooking time. Cook for the
shortest
amount of time indicated and
add more as needed. Food severely
overcooked can smoke or ignite.
·Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or
cookbook for suggestions: paper towels,
wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a
lid. Covers prevent spattering and help
foods to cook evenly.
·Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum
foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to
prevent overcooking before dense, thick
areas are cooked thoroughly.
·Stir foods from outside to center of dish
once or twice during cooking, if possible.
·
Turn foods over once during microwaving to
speed
cooking of such foods as chicken
and hamburgers. Large items like roasts
must be turned over at least once.
·Rearrange foods such as meatballs
halfway through cooking both from top to
bottom and from the center of the dish to
the outside.
·Add standing time. Remove food from oven
and stir, if possible. Cover for standing
time that allows the food to finish cooking
without overcooking.
·Check for doneness. Look for signs
indicating that cooking temperatures
have
been reached.
Doneness signs include:
-Food steams throughout, not just at
edge.
-Center bottom of dish is very hot to the
touch.
-Poultry thigh joins move easily.
-Meat and poultry show no pinkness.
-Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a
fork.
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ABOUT SENSOR COOKING
·The proper containers and covers are essential for best sensor cooking.
· Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with lids or vented plastic wrap. Never use
tight sealing plastic containers — they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to
overcook.
·Be sure the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before
placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.
·Do not use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion — it may result in severely
overcooked or burnt food.
ABOUT SAFETY
Check foods to see that they are cooked to the following recommended temperatures.
TEMP FOOD
160℉
...for fresh pork, ground meat, boneless white poultry, fish, seafood, egg dishes and
frozen prepared food.
165℉
…for leftover, ready-to-reheat refrigerated, and deli and carry-out “fresh” food.
170℉
…white meat of poultry.
180℉
…dark meat of poultry.
·To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat of bone.
NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave
oven use.
·ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food.
Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns.
·Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of
a dish’s covering and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face.
·Stay near the oven while it’s in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no
chance of overcooking food.
·NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items.
·Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of food
borne bacteria.
·Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can cause arcing and/or fires.
·Use care when removing items from the oven so that utensil, your clothes or accessories do not
touch the safety door latches.
ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware.
Many pieces already in your kitchen can be
used successfully in your new microwave oven.
Make sure the utensil does not touch the
interior walls during cooking.
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Use these utensils for safe microwave
cooking and reheating
·glass ceramic
·heat-resistant glass
·microwave-safe plastics
·paper plates
·microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and
porcelain
·browning dish
These items can be used for short time
reheating of foods that have little fat or
sugar in them:
·wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
·metal pans and bake ware
·dishes with metallic trim
·non-heat-resistant glass
·non-microwave-safe plastic
·recycled paper bags
·food storage bags
·metal twist-ties
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for
microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven
and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish
which becomes very hot should not be used.
The following coverings are ideal:
·Paper towels are good for covering foods for
reheating and absorbing fat while cooking
bacon.
·Wax paper can be used for cooking and
reheating.
·Plastic wrap that is specially marked for
microwave use can be used for cooking and
reheating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to
touch food. Vent so steam can escape.
·Lids that are microwave-safe are a good
choice because heat is kept near the food
to hasten cooking.
·Oven cooking bags are good for large meats
or foods that need tenderizing. DO NOT
use metal twist ties. Remember to slit bag
so steam can escape.
How to use aluminum foil in your
microwave oven:
·Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed
smoothly on the food can be used to shield
areas that are either defrosting or cooking
too quickly.
· Foil should not come closer than one inch to
any surface of the oven.
ACCESSORIES
There are many microwave accessories
available for purchase. Evaluate carefully
before you purchase so that they meet your
needs. A microwave-safe thermometer will
assist you in determining correct doneness and
assure you that foods have been cooked to
safe temperatures. RCA is not responsible for
any damage to the oven when accessories are
used.
ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE
Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising person very near to
them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising person should be in the same room.
The children must be able to reach the oven comfortably; if not, he/she should stand on a sturdy
stool.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the oven door.
Children should be taught all safety precautions; use potholders, remove coverings carefully and
pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot.
Don’t assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he/she can cook everything.
Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply 120V AC 60Hz Single phase
Microwave
Power Consumption 1550W
Output Power 1000W
Frequency 2450MHz
Outside Dimensions 16 7/8”(H)×29 7/8”(W)×17 5/8”(D)
Cavity Dimensions 10 3/16”(H)×21 1/2”(W)×14 13/16”(D)
Oven Capacity 1.6 Cu.Ft.
Cooking Uniformity Turntable /Stirrer Fan System
Weight Approx. (net) 60.0lb / (gross) 68.8lb
FEATURES DIAGRAM
1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Wave Guide
4. Roller Ring
5. Shaft
6. Control Panel
7. Glass Turntable
DO NOT REMOVE THE CARDBOARD OVEN AIR
VENT COVER THAT IS INSIDE THE MICROWAVE！
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
DISPLAY SCREEN
Cooking time, Lock indicator, timer, defrost sign
and help information are displayed.
CUSTOM HELP
Information is available to help the user with
cooking.
COMPU DEFROST
Easy settings to defrost according to weight
entered.
POWRE LEVEL
Use to set cooking power level.
MINUTE PLUS/EXPRESS
Use to set express cooking time.
KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK
Use to set the oven clock or set the timer.
LIGHT HI/LO
Press to set the controls of the light outside the
oven (light, dark and off mode).
FAN HI/LO
Fan motor control key. Press to select high, low or
off mode.
TURNTABLE ON/OFF
Touch to turn the turntable on or off.
STOP/CLEAR
Touch to stop the oven or reset the oven before
setting a program.
START/TOUCH ON
Touch to start the oven; also use to start the oven
quickly at full power.
The following pages contain more information for
the use of these features.
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BASIC CONTROLS
Before operating your new microwave oven,
please read and understand this operation
manual completely.
SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS
ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry.
TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the
entry, please check and try again.
TO SET THE CLOCK
This is a clock in 12- or 24- hour cycle.
Suppose you want to enter 8:08.
1. In standby mode, touch KITCHEN
TIMER/CLOCK pad once.
2. Touch START/TOUCH ON once,
“HR:12” is displayed. If you want to set
the clock in 24-hour cycle, touch
KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK again,
“HR:24” will be displayed.
3. Press number pads 8, 0, and 8.
4. Touch START/TOUCH ON to confirm.
Note: If you happen to set a clock time in
exceed of the default range, touch
START/TOUCH ON, two beeps will sound
with “0:00” displayed, now you can enter
the correct clock time. During cooking, you
can press KITCHEN TIMER/CLOCK pad to
check the clock.
TIME COOKING
The longest cooking time is 99 minutes and
99 seconds. There are 6 power levels for
you to choose.
Please consult cookbook or recipes for
specific recommendations.
APPROXIMATE
PERCENTAGE
OF POWER
COMMON
WORDS FOR
POWER LEVELS
100%（P-100）
High
80%（P-80）
Medium High
60%（P-60）
Medium
40%（P-40）
Medium Low
20%（P-20）
Low/Defrost
0% （P -00）
Zero
Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at
80% power.
1.
Touch POWER LEVEL to select
cooking power P-80.
2. Use the number pads to enter cooking
time.
3. Touch START/TOUCH ON pad.
Note: You can check the power level
during cooking by pressing POWER
LEVEL.
LIGHT CONTROL
This feature is designed for the
convenience of doing things outside the
oven. To turn on the light at the bottom of
the oven, press LIGHT HI/LO:
Press the button Working Mode
Once Light
Twice Dark
3 times Off
VENT FAN CONTROL
Your oven can be used as a range hood.
When it is turned on, the fan motor starts
filtering out smoke, odors, and grease
generated from cooking.
Press FAN HI/LO:
Press the button Fan Speed
Once High
Twice Low
3 times Off
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TURNTABLE ON/OFF
For most cooking, the turntable should be
on; however the turntable can be turned off
so that it does not rotate for extra large
dishes, such as the 13×9×2 glass utility
casserole. Put the casserole on the
turntable, press TURNTABLE ON/OFF
button to turn the turntable on or off.
Sometimes the turntable may become too
hot to touch. Be careful to touch the
turntable.
STOP/CLEAR
Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to:
1. Clear previous setting.
2. Cancel Timer.
3. Stop the oven temporarily during
cooking.
4. Set CHILD LOCK
5. Cancel a program during cooking,
touch twice.
SPECIAL FEATURES
COMPU COOK
For foods shown in the following chart, it is
not necessary to program the time and the
cooking power. It is sufficient to indicate the
type of food that you want to cook as well as
the weight of this food.
For Popcorn, Beverage and Fish/Seafood,
you can press the food icon pad to select
weight or the amount.
Suppose you want to cook 3.0 oz. popcorn.
1. Touch POPCORN pad once.
2. Touch POPCORN pad again to select
weight.
3. Touch START/TOUCH ON pad
For Baked potato, Pizza, Fresh vegetables,
Frozen entrees, Frozen vegetables and
Ground meat, you can use the number
pads to enter the weight you needed.
Suppose you want to cook Baked potato (2
lb. 5oz.).
1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad once.
2. Touch 2 to enter 2 lb.
3. Touch START/TOUCH ON pad.
4. Touch 5 to enter 5oz.
5. Touch START/TOUCH ON pad.
COMPU COOK CHART
Food
Note
Popcorn (1.2oz / 3.0oz / 3.5oz)
1. For Popcorn and Fish/Seafood, you can
select weight or the amount by pressing
the food icon pad; for others, you should
use the number pads to enter the weight.
2. For Frozen entrees and Ground meat,
during cooking, the oven will pause to
remind you to turn food over for better
cooking effect.
3. For Beverage, the number shows on the
screen is not the weight but the number of
cup of beverage.
Baked potato (1oz ~ 3lb)
Pizza (1oz ~ 1lb. 12oz)
Fresh vegetables (1oz ~ 3lb)
Frozen entrees (1oz ~ 2lb.5oz)
Frozen vegetables (1oz ~ 3lb)
Ground meat (1oz - 6lb)
Beverage (1~6cups)
Fish/seafood (6~22oz)
Reheat (1oz ~ 2lb.5oz)
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