Russell Hobbs RHM2015 User Manual

20 Litre S t ainless Steel Microwave with

Grill

Use r ’ s Manual

Model number:

DCP:

0587-0172-0001

SKU:

Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference

RHM2015

7212402

Contents

Page

About this microwave oven …………………………………………..…….3
Safety instructions………………………………………………….………...4
Microwave oven Installation……………………………………….….…….5

Feature diagram……………………………………………………….………6

Connection to the mains supply…………………………......................…6

Control panel……………………………………………………….……….….7
Operating instructions…………………………………………….…….……8

Setting the clock…………………………………………………….........…..…8

Microwave cooking…………………………………………………..........……8

Quick start .............………………………………………………........…..……9

Grill.......................……………………………………………………………….9

Combination 1………………………………………………………………..…..9

Combination 2...............……………………………………………………..….9

Auto defrost..................………………………………………………………..10

Auto cook..................…………………………………………………………..10

Hints…………………………………………………...……........................….11

Child safety lock……………………………………...……........................….11

Cleaning and care………………………………………….......................…11

Problem solving…………………………………………........................…..12

Important utensil information…………………………….......................…12

Non-rewireable mains plug………………………………….......................14

Specification…………..……..…………………………………......................14

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About this microwave oven

Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves similar to radio waves. While radio
waves may vary in length from one metre to many kilometres, microwaves are very short
(less than 12.5 centimetres). Microwaves do not make any heat themselves but only cause
water molecules in food to vibrate. This vibration produces the heat that cooks the food. This
is why your food will come out of the microwave piping hot, when your utensils inside the
oven stay much cooler. The microwaves do not stay in the air or in the food when you open
the microwave oven door.

The microwave oven will work using an ordinary household electrical socket. Inside the
microwave oven is the magnetron, which turns the electrical energy into microwaves.
Microwaves cannot go through metal, so the inside of the oven is lined with metal. The door
is lined with a fine metal mesh which stops microwaves getting through. This means that
when the microwave oven door is shut, there is no possibility that microwaves can be
released. This is why the microwave oven has been made so that it will not work when the
door is open.

Before you use your microwave oven
1 Remove all the packaging. Do not re move the small piece of card from the right hand

side of the cavity wall. This is called a wave-guide cover and allows the microwaves to
pass through to cook the food.

2 Check the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as:

¾ A misaligned door
¾ Damage to the door
¾ Dents or holes in the door window and screen
¾ Dents in the inside

If you can see any damage do not use the oven

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Safety instructions

Warning: this oven must be positioned so that the plug is accessible and the plug socket is

within easy reach of the power cord.

Warning: when the appliance is operated in the combination or grill mode, children
should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
¾ Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance, and

the appliance and cable should be kept completely out of reach of young children.

¾ This appliance is not designed for use by children, or persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, and should not be used by such persons unless they
can do so safely. Where necessary, such persons (or anyone with lack of
experience or knowledge) should first be given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Warning: it is hazardous for an yone other than a competent person to carry out any service or
repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure
to microwave energy.

Warning: if the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a competent person. The door seals are located around the window on the
inside of the door. These seals are not airtight, although no microwaves can be released; it is
normal for small amounts of air or steam to escape when the oven is in use.

Warning: liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers, as they are liable to
explode.
¾ Do not operate the microwave if damaged or after it malfunctions. In the event the

supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualified service engineer, with a
suitably approved part.

¾ Keep the microwave, cable and plug dry, never immerse in water.
¾ When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the

possibility of ignition.

¾ Only use the oven for preparing food. For example do not use for drying clothes, paper

or any other non-food items, or for sterilising purposes.

¾ To avoid damaging the oven, do not use the oven when t he cavity is empty. The oven

may be empty (as a timer) in microwave mode with the power set to zero – see page 8.

¾ Do not store anything in the oven, such as papers, cookbooks and so on.
¾ Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken

livers, ready meals and so on without piercing them several times with a fork.

¾ Eggs i n t heir she ll and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave

ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.

¾ Never cover t he air vent s or put any objects into the openings in the outer case.
¾ Never remove parts from the oven such as the feet, screws and so on.
¾ Only use utensils recommended in these instructions – see page 12.
¾ Do not try to deep-fry foods in this oven.
¾ Heat from the contents of a container may be transmitted to the container itself, so

please be careful when removing it from the oven. Please remember that the food or
liquid inside will be releasing some steam or will be spitting. Never cover an y container
fully, always leave a gap for steam to escape.

¾ Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. This

is especially true if plastic wrap has been covering the top and handles of the utensil. You
may need oven gloves to handle the utensil.

¾ In order to avoid burns, the contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred

or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption.

¾ Always test the temperature of cooked food, never eat or drink food or liquid straight from

the oven, allow it to stand for a few minutes and stir to distribute the heat evenly.

¾ Microwave heating of beverages can result delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must

be taken when handling the container.

¾ Food containing a mixture of fat and water (for example, stock) should stand for 30 to 60

seconds in the oven after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture to settle and
to prevent it from bubbling when a spoon is placed in it, or a stock cube is added.

¾ When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember that there are certain foods (such as

Christmas puddings, jam and mincemeat), which heat up very quickly.

¾ When heating or cooking foods that contain a lot of fat or sugar, do not use plastic

containers.

¾ Always have the glass tray and turntable support in place when using the oven.
¾ Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Put food on a suitable plate or in a bowl

before putting it in the oven.

To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

¾ Do not overcook food.
¾ Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while you are using it.
¾ Remove wire twist-ties from bags before putting the bag in the oven.
¾ If materials inside the oven catch fire, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off at the

wall switch, or shut the power off at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

FOOD SAFETY

¾ Do not cook raw meat or raw shellfish in a microwave, due to the possibility for uneven

heating.

¾ Do not use the microwave oven for home canning or bottling. Improperly canned or

bottle foods may spoil and be dangerous to eat.

¾ Follow cooking instructions on food packaging and always check the temperature of food

before serving.

Micr ow ave oven i n stal lati o n

Warni ng: do not install the oven over a cooker or other heat producing appliance. This will

damage the oven. The oven must be placed away from high temperatures and steam.
¾ This microwave oven weighs approximately 12.5kg so you must put it on a horizontal

surface that is strong enough to support this weight.

¾ This microwave is designed to be free standing and is not intended to be used ‘built in’ or

in a cabinet.

¾ Do not put anything on the top of the microwave oven.
¾

Only use the accessories supplied b y the manufacturer.

1. Select a level surface that provides
enough space f or the outlet vents.

2. A minimum clearance of 3 inches
(7.5cm) is required between the
oven and any adjacent walls. One
side must be open. Leave a
minimum clearance of 12 inches
(30cm) above the oven.

3. Place the oven as far away from
radios and TV's as possible. Using
the oven may cause interference
with the rece p ti o n.

4. Plug the oven into a suitable 13amp mains socket, make sure the voltage is the same
as on the rating label (do not use extension cables or mains socket adapt ors).

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