Instruction Manual
Microwave / Combination Oven
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Table of Contents
Your new Sandstrøm Microwave 4
Safety Information 4 - 8
Using Aluminium Foil in your Microwave 9
Unpacking and Getting Ready 10
Introducing Microwave Cooking 11 - 15
• Cooking with a Microwave 11
• Microwave Heating Categories 12
• Steam 13
- Condensation 13
• Product Overview 13 - 14
- Control Panel Overview 14
- Accessories 14
• Checking your Microwave 15
Clock Setting 16
Setting the Child Lock 17
Microwave Cooking 18
Two-Stage Cooking 19
Delay Start Cooking (Programme Set in Advance) 20
Auto Cooking 21 - 22
Quick Start Cooking 23
Defrosting 24
• Defrost by Weight 24
• Defrost by Time 24
Querying the Cooking Function 25
Before Use
Operating Instructions
Care, Maintenance and
Cleaning your Microwave 26 - 27
Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions 28 - 29
• Questions and Answers 28 - 29
Specication 30
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Your new Sandstrøm Microwave
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sandstrøm Microwave.
These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely.
Before using your Sandstrøm Microwave
• Read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
• Remove all packaging labels. Please dispose of them properly.
Before calling for service
• Review the section on Troubleshooting. This will help you to solve some general
problems by yourself and reduce the need to ask for the help of professional
technicians.
Safety Information
General Safety
• Switch o and unplug before tting or removing tools/attachments, after use and before
cleaning.
• Keep your ngers away from moving parts and tted attachments.
• Never use a damaged machine.
• Never operate the machine when it is empty.
• Keep mains cable out of reach from children.
• Keep power unit, mains cable or plug away from water.
• Never exceed the maximum capacities.
• When using an attachment, read the accompanying safety instructions.
• Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy.
• You should always have your microwave checked by a qualied technician if it has been
dropped or damaged to ensure it is safe to use.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use. We will not accept any liability if
the appliance is subject to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.
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Safety Information
Maintenance of your microwave
WARNING : It is hazardous for anyone other than a qualied technician to carry out any
service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover that gives protection against
exposure to microwave energy.
WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the microwave must not be operated
until it has been repaired by a qualied technician.
• If smoke is observed, switch o or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in
order to contain any ames.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or a qualied
technician.
• If you have a pacemaker, please contact your doctor before using a microwave.
Microwave use
• This microwave is not intended for commercial use.
• It should never be used for drying clothes or for other non-food purposes.
• The microwave should not be left unattended when in use.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• To prevent high moisture content gathering inside the microwave cavity, open the door
immediately after the cooking function has stopped to allow steam to escape.
• Only use utensils that are suitable for microwave use.
• Care should be taken when using paper, plastic, wooden or other combustible materials
in the microwave as they can catch re.
• Oil & fat for deep frying should not be heated in the microwave.
• Only use cling lm designed for microwave use and take extra care when removing the
lm to avoid steam burns.
• Only heat popcorn that has been designed for microwave use.
Before Use
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Safety Information
Cooking Use
As the power of dierent microwave ovens can vary considerably, care must be taken when
rst using this appliance as it may cook faster than expected.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
• Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content, such as Christmas
pudding or fruitcake. The sugar or fat can overheat and in some cases catch re.
Fire!
In the event of re:
• Keep the microwave door closed.
• Turn o the power.
• Unplug the appliance from the mains power.
First Aid
Treat scalding by:
• Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least 10 minutes.
• Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not use creams, oils or lotions.
Cleaning your Microwave
The microwave should be cleaned regularly and food deposits removed. Failure to maintain
the microwave in a clean condition can aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation. (See cleaning your microwave)
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Safety Information
Do not use these in your Microwave
• Metal objects are not to be used in the microwave. This include:
– Metal cooking utensils.
– Metal plates or trays
– Wine twist ties
– Crockery with metal trims
– Meat thermometer
• Never use equipment made of metal, except foil in your microwave. The microwave
energy cannot pass through the metal so it bounces o and sparks against the inside of
the microwave.
• Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment is causing sparks.
• Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the edge. Even this trim can cause
sparks.
Checking your Cooking Utensils
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cooking utensils are safe to use in your microwave. If you are
not sure if you can use a utensil in your microwave, follow this simple test:
1. Put the utensil into the microwave next to a cup of water – use a cup that you know
is microwave safe. Close the door.
2. Turn the microwave on for 30 seconds only.
3. After 30 seconds, carefully check to see if the water has warmed up.
4. If the water has not warmed up but the utensil has, the utensil is not microwave safe
and should not be used in the microwave.
5. Do not use your hands to touch the utensils as it may already be hot.
Before Use
Containers
WARNING : Pressure will build up in sealed containers and can cause them to explode.
Therefore, do not use the following in your microwave:
– Sealed containers
– Capped bottles
– Vacuum containers
– Sealed jars
– Hard-boiled eggs
– Eggs in their shells
– Nuts
• Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as potatoes.
• Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a microwave. Damaged glass can
explode.
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Safety Information
Delayed Boiling
Liquids heated in a microwave can boil up when removing them from the microwave.
Take the following precautions :
• Always stir liquids, before and after cooking.
• Allow them to stand.
• Use containers that are wider at the top than at the bottom.
Preparing food for Babies
Extra care must be taken when preparing food or drink for babies and small children.
• Always test the food or liquid temperature before feeding it to the baby.
• When using a baby bottle, ensure the teat is removed before heating.
• When warming milk, ensure the bottle is shaken.
Caution!
During cooking the outer surface will become hot. Do not touch the outer casing of the
microwave. Care should be taken not to store any items on top of your microwave.
Earthing Instructions
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
• This appliance is equipped with a mains cable having an earthed plug.
• The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed
and earthed in accordance with all local standard and requirements.
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Warning!
• Improper connection of the appliance-earthing conductor can result in a
risk of an electric shock.
• Check with a qualied electrician or service representative if you are in
doubt whether the appliance is properly earthed.
• Never modify the plug provided with the appliance.
• If the plug does not t properly in the mains socket, have a qualied
electrician to install a proper mains socket.
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Using Aluminium Foil in your Microwave
It is safe to use aluminium foil in your microwave as long as you follow these safety guidelines.
As with all metal, microwave energy cannot pass through foil, but provided that you keep
the foil away from the side of the microwave it will not cause sparks and there will not be any
damage to your microwave.
Using foil is a good way of shielding parts of food that you do not want to cook as quickly as
others – perhaps where the food is narrower and would otherwise overcook.
Place the foil over the area you want to shield, taking care that the foil will not touch the sides
of the microwave when the turntable rotates. Only use one piece of foil at a time so that you
do not get sparks between the separate pieces.
Follow these guidelines when using foil in your microwave:
• Remove foil lids from containers before using in the microwave. Some lids are made
of card with a foil covering – these should be removed too. Use a microwave safe
transparent lid if possible.
• Stir food during cooking if the container has a lid or lm cover.
• Always use the glass turntable.
• Use shallow containers with a large surface area. Do not use containers that are more than
1.25in (3.5cm) deep.
• Use gloves when handling hot foil containers.
• Do not completely cover food with foil. The microwave energy cannot pass through the
foil so the food will not cook.
• Do not let aluminium foil touch the inside of the microwave.
• Do not use more than one piece of foil in the microwave at the same time.
Before Use
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Unpacking and Getting Ready
This microwave is designed for home use. It should
not be used for commercial catering.
1. After unpacking your microwave, check that it
has not been damaged whilst in the box. Make
sure there are no dents on the oven, and the
door closes properly. A dented or damaged oven
could allow microwave energy to escape. Make
sure that you have taken all the packaging from
inside the microwave. Please dispose of the
plastic wrappings or bags safely and keep out of
the reach of babies and young children.
2. Choose a at work surface for your microwave
away from heat sources such as radiators or res
and away from cold areas. You should allow a
10cm space all around the oven and 30cm above
so that warm air can escape from the vents
during cooking – This microwave is not designed
to be built in. (See Fig. 1)
3. Plug your microwave into a standard household
electrical socket (230-240 volt, 13 amp rated).
Avoid using a socket that also has an adaptor
and other equipment plugged in. Do not use a
multi-adaptor.
30cm
1
10cm10cm
2
4. Put the turntable ring inside the microwave and
place the glass turntable on top of the ring. (See
Fig. 2) The turntable is shaped to sit securely on
the spindle. You must always use the turntable
and ring whenever you use the microwave.
5. To protect your work surface, we recommend
that you x some non-slip cushion pads (not
included) to the underside of the microwave.
(See Fig. 3)
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Introducing Microwave Cooking
Always remember the basic safeguards you should follow when using any cooking equipment or
handling hot food.
See below for basic guidelines in microwave cooking.
Cooking with a Microwave
• Cooking with a microwave is much faster than conventional cooking and, whilst you
should make sure that food is fully cooked, you should be careful not to overcook it.
• Microwave energy can heat unevenly so stirring to distribute heat is very important.
Always stir from the outside, inwards.
• If you are cooking a number of individual foods at the same time, such as baked potatoes
or small cakes, arrange them evenly on the turntable so that they cook evenly. Never stack
food in your microwave.
• Turn larger foods such as meat roasts and poultry during cooking so that the top and
bottom cook evenly. It is also recommended to turn pieces of meat or poultry, especially if
they have not been deboned.
• Meat and poultry which is cooked for 15 minutes or more will brown lightly in it’s own
fat. Anything cooked for a shorter time can be brushed with a browning sauce to give an
appetising colour.
• Strips of aluminium foil can be used to cover the thinner pieces of food to stop them
overcooking before the thicker parts of the food have had a chance to cook. Use the foil
sparingly and wrap around the food or container carefully to stop it touching the inside of
the microwave which could cause sparks.
Before Use
• Microwave ovens cook food using microwave
energy that is similar to naturally occurring radio
waves. Normally, these “waves” would fade as
they dispersed into the atmosphere but in a
microwave they are concentrated onto the food
causing it to heat up.
• Microwave energy cannot pass through metal –
so it cannot escape from inside your microwave
– but it can pass through materials like glass,
porcelain, plastic and paper. These materials
are used in the manufacture of microwave safe
cooking equipment.
• Microwave safe cooking equipment will still get
hot as the food it contains heats up.
The microwave energy focuses on the moisture in
the food causing lots of tiny vibrations. The vibrations
get so great that the moisture – and the food – heat
up. (See Fig. 4)
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Microwave Heating Categories
Your microwave has been tested and labelled to meet the government’s voluntary agreement on
the reheating of pre-cooked food.
The heating characteristics and output power levels of microwave ovens are usually
calculated using a relatively large portion of food (a 1000 gram load, IEC 705) but many packs
of pre-cooked food are sold in smaller packs, often about 350 grams.
The government, in partnership with food companies and microwave manufacturers, have
set up a system of heating categories to help you choose the reheating time for pre-cooked
food.
800W
E
To Microwave:
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce lm lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Heat on full power.
Stir or turn halfway through heating.
Heating
Category
B D 650W 750W
Full power
(in minutes)
Stir / Turn Stir / Turn Stir / Turn
Full power
(in minutes)
Standing time
(in minutes)
2 2 2 2
2 1.5 2 1.5
1 1 1 1
Wattage
(IEC 705)
800W is the output power of the microwave
oven.
E is the heating category for your microwave
oven.
Check the cooking times for category E on the
food’s packaging to see how long it should
be cooked for. Please see below example for
reference.
To Microwave from frozen:
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce lm lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Heat on full power.
Stir or turn halfway through heating.
Heating
Category
B D 650W 750W
Full power
(in minutes)
Stir / Turn Stir / Turn Stir / Turn
Full power
(in minutes)
Standing time
(in minutes)
3 2.5 3 2.5
4 3.5 4 3.5
1 1 1 1
Wattage
(IEC 705)
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Steam
When you microwave food, steam is created as
water in the food heats up and evaporates.
The steam formed during microwave cooking is
entirely safe. It has to escape from the microwave to
prevent pressure from building up inside the oven.
It does this through the vents on the back of the
microwave and from around the door.
Condensation
As the steam cools, you may nd the condensation
gathers in small pools inside your microwave and
on the work surface beneath the door and vents.
Always dry the microwave after cooking foods with
a high moisture content.
Your microwave is designed to let steam escape
from the vents and around the door without
microwave energy escaping. (See Fig 5)
There is no danger of microwave energy
escaping with the steam.
Before Use
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Product Overview
control panel
door button
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Control Panel Overview
Power Level button
Use this button to select
the function of microwave
and its power level.
Preset button
Use this button to preset
cooking time.
LED display
Shows the clock,
cooking time
and setting.
Defrost By Weight button
Use this button to defrost
food by weight.
Clock button
Use this button
to set the clock.
Menu/Time dial
Use this dial to set time and
auto menu programmes.
Multi Stage Cooking
button
Use this button to select the
function of two-stage cooking.
Weight Adjust button
Use this button to set food
weight.
Defrost By Speed button
Use this button to defrost food by
time.
Stop/Cancel button
Use this button to stop cooking
and clear cooking settings.
Accessories
Part Numbers XGALS20MB10P12 Part Number XGALS20MB10P11 Part Number XGALS20MB10B04
Instruction Manual
Microwave / Combination Oven
Glass Turntable
x 1
Turntable Ring
x 1
S20MB10
Instruction Manual
x 1
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Checking your Microwave
Check your microwave after unpacking.
NOTE: For your safety, the microwave stops if the
oven door is opened during cooking. Close
the door and press the (Menu/Time dial)
to continue the cooking cycle.
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1. Push the button to open the oven door.
Put the turntable ring inside the oven and
place the glass turntable on top of the ring.
The inner ring of the turntable is shaped to sit
securely on the spindle. (Fig 1)
You must always use the glass turntable
and turntable ring whenever you use the
microwave.
Place a cup of water on the glass turntable.
Make sure the cup is microwave safe - it should
not have any decorative metal trim.
2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the Stop/Cancel button to clear any
settings that have already been made.
(See Fig 6)
4. Press the (Menu/Time dial) once to start a
simple 30-second microwave cooking cycle
and that allows you to check the operation of
the microwave oven.
5. When the cooking cycle has nished, the water
should be hot (be careful when you take the
cup out of the microwave). Press the Stop/
Cancel button to clear any settings.
Before Use
3, 5
4
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Clock Setting
When the microwave is connected to the mains power, the LED display will show and 1:00,
and it will sound once. Please ensure you have set the clock prior to use.
Please follow the steps below to set the clock.
1. Press the Clock and the hour gures will
ash.
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the
hour gures. The input time has to be
within 00-23.
3. Press the Clock and the minute gures
will ash.
4. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the
minute gures, the input time has to be
within 00-59.
5. Press the Clock again to complete the
clock setting.
The time will illuminate.
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Setting the Child Lock
This feature prevents the electronic operation of the microwave by locking the operation of the
control panel until you have cancelled it.
Please follow the steps below to set the child lock.
1. Press the Stop/Cancel button for 3
seconds and a long tone will sound. The
LED display will also show to indicate
the microwave has set the child lock.
2. To release the child lock, press the Stop/
Cancel button again for 3 seconds and a
long tone will sound to indicate that the
microwave has released the child lock.
NOTE: The child lock function cannot be set
under delay start cooking.
Before Use
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Microwave Cooking
For simple Microwave Cooking, follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to use 80% microwave power to cook for 20 minutes.
1. Press the Power Level button once and the LED
display will show 100%, , 1S, .
Press the button again to change the
microwave power level to 80%, , 1S, .
NOTE: 1s stands for 1st stage cooking.
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the cooking
time until the LED display shows 20:00.
3. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to conrm and
start cooking.
4. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop and
hold the cooking. The LED display will show .
Press again to cancel the setting.
Power Level Button Control
(For Microwave Cooking)
Order LED Display Microwave
Power
1 100% 100%
2 80% 80%
3 60% 60%
4 40% 40%
5 20% 20%
6 00% Fan only
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2, 3
4
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Two-Stage Cooking
For Two-Stage Cooking, please follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to cook your food with 100% microwave power for 5 minutes and then
to cook it with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes.
NOTE: You can only set 2 stages for Two-Stage
Cooking. Neither defrosting programmes
nor auto menu programmes can be set in
Two-Stage Cooking.
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1. Press the Power Level button to initiate the
two-stage cooking with 100% microwave
power as the rst stage. The LED display will
show 100%, , 1S, .
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the cooking
time until the LED display shows 5:00.
3. a Press the Multi Stage Cooking button
once and the LED display will show 100%,
, 2S, .
b Then, press the Power Level button to
change the second stage power level from
100% to 80%.
3b
3a
Operating Instructions
NOTE: 1S stands for 1st stage cooking.
2S stands for 2nd stage cooking.
4. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the cooking
time until the LED display shows 7:00.
5. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to conrm and
start cooking. The microwave will sound once to
indicate it has started the defrosting count down.
The microwave will sound again as it starts the
microwave cooking (the second stage). Once
completed, the microwave will sound ve times
and the LED display will show End to indicate the
completion.
6. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop and
hold the cooking. The LED display will show .
Press again to cancel the setting.
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2, 4, 5
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Delay Start Cooking
(Programme Set in Advance)
For Delay Start Cooking, follow the steps below.
For instance: The current time is 12 o’clock (noon) and you want to cook with 80% microwave power
for 5 minutes in 1 hour and 30 minutes time.
NOTE: You can only set 2 stages for Delay Start
Cooking. Neither defrosting programmes nor
auto menu programmes can be set in Delay
Start Cooking. Ensure the oven door is closed
prior to setting the program.
1. Press the Power Level button once and the LED
display will show 100%, , 1S, . Press the
button again to change the microwave power
level to 80%, , 1S, .
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the cooking
time until the LED display shows 5:00.
ATTENTION: Do not press the (Menu/Time dial)
at this point.
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3a, 4a, 6
3. a Press the Preset button to preset the starting
time for the cooking.
The hour gure will ash rst.
b Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the
starting time until the LED display shows
13:00.
4. a Press the Preset button to preset the starting
time for the cooking.
The minute gure will ash rst.
b Turn the Menu/Time dial to adjust the
starting time until the LED display shows
13:30.
5. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to complete the
setting. The microwave will sound 3 times when
the count down reaches the starting time and
cooking will start automatically.
6. To cancel the delay start cooking, press Preset
button and then press the Stop/Cancel button.
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2, 3b,
4b, 5
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Auto Cooking
This feature allows you to cook most of your food based on the food category and the weight. Select
the category and choose the default weight of the food. For quick reference of the cooking time and
the default weight, please refer to the Auto Menu table.
Auto Menu
1. Turn the Menu/Time dial in anti-clockwise
to select the Auto Menu program required.
The LED display will show AUTO 8, 7, 6, etc.
2. Press the Weight Adjust button to choose
the default weight for your chosen program.
Please refer to the Auto Menu table for
information.
3. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to conrm
and start cooking.
4. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop
and hold the cooking. The LED display will
show . Press again to cancel the setting.
For instance: If you want to cook 400g of sh using
the Auto Menu program, please follow the steps
below.
a. Turn the Menu/Time dial in anti-clockwise
to select Auto Menu program for sh. The
LED display will show AUTO 6.
b. Press the Weight Adjust button until the
LED display shows 400.
c. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to conrm
and start cooking.
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Operating Instructions
4
3
d. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop
and hold the cooking. The LED display will
show . Press again to cancel the setting.
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NOTE: The density and thickness of food can aect its cooking time. Ensure all food is piping
hot and cooked thoroughly before serving. It is essential that food is checked during and
after the recommended cooking time, even if Auto Menu was used.
Auto Menu table
Menu Weight Display
200ml 1 1’30”
AUTO 1
Milk / Coee
AUTO 2
Rice
AUTO 3
Spaghetti
AUTO 4
Potatoes
AUTO 5
Auto reheat
AUTO 6
Fish
AUTO 7
Pizza
AUTO 8
Popcorn
400ml 2 2’40”
600ml 3 3’50”
150g 150g 19’00”
300g 300g 22’00”
450g 450g 25’00”
600g 600g 28’00”
100g 100g 22’00”
200g 200g 27’00”
300g 300g 32’00”
230g 1 5’00”
460g 2 9’00”
690g 3 13’00”
200g 200g 1’30”
300g 300g 2’00”
400g 400g 2”30”
500g 500g 3’00”
600g 600g 3’30”
700g 700g 4’00”
800g 800g 4’30”
200g 200g 3’00”
300g 300g 4’20”
400g 400g 5’40”
500g 500g 7’00”
600g 600g 8’20”
150g 150g 0’50”
300g 300g 1’20”
450g 450g 1’50”
99g 99g 2’30”
Cooking
Time
Comments
• Only use suitable microwavable containers and cling
lm in the microwave oven. Pierce the lm with a fork
before cooking.
• The preset cooking time is designed for 200ml per
cup.
150g of rice + 300ml
of cold water
300g of rice + 600ml
of cold water
450g of rice + 900ml
of cold water
600g of rice + 1200ml
of cold water
100g of spaghetti +
800 ml of cold water
200g of spaghetti +
1600 ml of cold water
300g of spaghetti +
2400 ml of cold water
• For best results, pierce the potatoes’ skin before
cooking. Once the potatoes are cooked, wrap them
in aluminium foil for at least 5 minutes to ensure they
are cooked thoroughly.
• The preset cooking time is designed for 230g per
each potato.
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly before
consuming. Additional cooking time may be
required for thicker pieces.
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly before
consuming. Additional cooking time may be
required for thicker pieces of sh.
This setting is designed for re-heating cooked pizza
slices (not frozen pizza). Additional cooking time may
be required for thicker pieces of pizza.
For best results, we recommend using ready mix
packed popcorn. Cover it with microwavable lid.
• Only use suitable
microwavable
containers and cling
lm in the microwave
oven. Pierce the lm
with a fork before
cooking.
• Ensure to check the
cooking regularly to
make sure the water
does not boil over.
• Only use suitable
microwavable
containers and cling
lm in the microwave
oven. Pierce the lm
with a fork before
cooking.
• Ensure to check the
cooking regularly to
make sure the water
does not boil over.
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Quick Start Cooking
This feature allows you to quickly cook your food for 1 minute with 100% microwave power.
Please follow the steps below.
1. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to start the
quick start cooking. Press the button again
to add another 30 seconds. You may increase
the cooking time up to 10 minutes.
2. a Alternatively, you can turn the Menu/Time
dial clockwise to set the cooking time with
100% microwave power rst.
b Then, press the (Menu/Time dial) to
start the quick start cooking.
Operating Instructions
1
2a, 2b
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Defrosting
This feature allows you to defrost your frozen foods simply by entering the weight or time. You may
wish to place the frozen food on a microwave safe plate or dish before placing it on the defrost
rack (not supplied in this microwave package). This is to ensure that any liquids released during
defrosting will not spill and dirty the interior of the oven.
Defrost by weight
1. Press the Defrost By Weight button once and the LED
display will show , AUTO.
2. Press the Weight Adjust button to adjust the weight of
your food. The default range is 100g to 1800g.
3. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to start defrosting.
TIPS: Large items may be frozen in the centre. Therefore,
to ensure even thawing, turn them over from time
to time and break them into smaller pieces during
defrosting.
The oven will sound and pause after 2/3 running
time. Open the oven door and rotate the food. You
need to press the (Menu/Time dial) to restart
defrosting.
Place roasts fat-side down or whole poultry breastside down.
Drain liquids during defrosting as the juices from
food can get hot and cook the food.
4. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop and
hold the defrosting. The LED display will show
. Press again to cancel the setting.
Defrost by time
2, 3
2
1
3
1
4
1. Press the Defrost By Speed button once and the LED
display will show .
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to set the defrosting time.
3. Press the (Menu/Time dial) to start defrosting.
4. Press the Stop/Cancel button once to stop and hold
the defrosting. The LED display will show . Press
again to cancel the setting.
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Querying the Cooking Function
This feature allows you to check and view the current power, time and pre-set time of your selected
cooking program.
To nd out the current cooking power
1. Press the Power Level button once and the LED
display will show the current cooking power while
the oven is in microwave cooking. However, this
function will not be working in Defrost by Weight,
Defrost by Speed and Auto Menu cooking. It will
last for 3 seconds and then return to its original
display.
To nd out the time
2. Press the Clock button once and the LED display
will show the time while the oven is in either
microwave, combination, or auto menu cooking. It
will last for 3 seconds and then return to its original
display.
1
3
Operating Instructions
To nd out the pre-set time
3. While the oven is still in the pre-set state, press the
Preset button once and the LED display will show
the pre-set time. It will last for 3 seconds and then
return to its original display.
2
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Cleaning Your Microwave
Cleaning your microwave each time you use it will help to prevent a build up of stubborn marks that
can be dicult to clean.
Unplug your microwave from the mains and wait for it to cool down completely before cleaning.
On the right hand side wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover, microwaves are passed though this
to enable your food to cook. It is important that this wave guide cover is kept clean at all times. Wipe it
with mild detergent and water and leave to dry.
The oven walls have a special enamel coating
which makes cleaning very easy. Use a soft
damp cloth to wipe o any splashes or a
paper towel to mop up any spills. Wipe
o grease with a damp cloth and a little
detergent. Dry thoroughly. As with any oven,
if grease is left to accumulate, it can smoke
and even catch re.
Make sure you keep the outlet grids clean.
Keep the inside of the door clean with a damp
cloth. Use warm soapy water for stubborn
marks and dry thoroughly.
The inside of the door has a special coating
and must not be cleaned with abrasive pads
or cleaning powders.
Treat the glass turntable as you would any glass plate. After you have used it for more
than 15 minutes, allow it to cool down before you use it again. Do not wash
the turntable in very hot water, this could crack it.
Make sure the turntable is dry before you put it back in the oven.
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Be careful not to spill water into the vents.
Keep the front of the oven clean so that the
door can close properly.
Clean behind the door ledge.
Do not remove
wave guide
cover: It is
important to
keep the cover
clean in the
same manner
as the inside
of the oven. If
grease is left to
accumulate, it
can smoke and
even catch re.
Unplug the oven
before cleaning the
power lead and the
oven.
Wipe with a damp
cloth and leave to dry
before plugging it
back in.
Care, Maintenance and
Use warm soapy water to clean the outside
of the oven. Do not use abrasive pads or
powders that could scratch the surface.
NOTE: Do not remove any xed parts from the inside of your microwave oven
during cleaning or at any other time.
Troubleshooting
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Frequently Asked Questions
If a problem does occur, it may often be due to something very minor. The following Q & A may be
able to resolve the problem.
Questions Answers
Why doesn’t the food seem to cook? Check that:
•thecookingtimehasbeenset
•thedoorisclosed
•thepowersocketisnotoverloadedcausing
the fuse to blow.
Why does the food seem undercooked or
overcooked?
How can I stop eggs from popping? When you bake or poach eggs in the
Why is it so important that I allow standing
time after cooking?
Why does my microwave sometimes take
longer to cook than it says in the recipe?
Why do I get condensation on the inside of
the door?
Does the microwave energy get through
the window on the door?
Steam comes out of the side of the door
and vents. Can microwave energy get out
too?
Check that:
•thecorrectcookingtimehasbeenset
•thecorrectpowersettinghasbeenused.
microwave, the yolk can sometimes pop as
steam builds up inside it. You can stop the
egg from popping by piercing the yolk with a
toothpick before cooking.
Never cook eggs that are still in their shells.
With microwave cooking, many foods build
up enough heat inside them to continue
cooking even after they’ve been taken out of
the microwave. Because microwave cooking
works from the outside of food inwards,
standing time lets you cook the centre of the
food without the outside being overcooked.
First check that the microwave was set just as
the recipe said.
Cooking times and heat settings are
suggestions to help prevent overcooking
but dierences in the weight, size, shape and
starting temperature of food will all aect
how long it takes to cook – just as it does
with a conventional microwave. Use your
judgement along with the recipe to check
whether the food has been cooked properly.
Condensation is perfectly normal, especially
when you are cooking food with a high
moisture content such as potatoes.
No. The door has a special metal screen with
holes in that lets you see inside but stops
microwave energy from getting out.
No. The door and vents are carefully designed
to let steam out during cooking but keep
microwave energy in. The gaps are not big
enough for microwave energy to escape.
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Questions Answers
What happens if the microwave is
switched on while the oven is empty?
Why doesn’t the microwave’s light illuminate? Open the door. If the light does not
There are sparks inside the microwave when I
use the microwave. Will this cause any
damage?
Light is showing through the vents and
door. Does this mean the microwave
energy can escape?
Why do I get interference on my TV and
radio when I use the microwave?
The microwave will be damaged. Do not
switch the microwave on when there’s
nothing inside the oven. It is a good idea to
keep a cup of water in the oven just in case
someone accidentally starts the microwave.
illuminate, the bulb has probably blown. Call
a qualied technician – do not try to change
the bulb yourself.
Yes. Make sure that you are not using any
metal utensils and that your containers don’t
have a metal trim. You must not use metal
in your microwave when you cook (except
aluminium foil).
No. It is normal for the light to be visible and
is nothing to be concerned about.
Microwave ovens use radio waves similar
to those received by TVs and radios. You
can lessen the interference by moving your
microwave further away from the TV or radio.
Care, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
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Specication
Input 230 - 240V ~50Hz
Output 700 - 800 Watts
Microwave Frequency 2450MHz
Outside Dimensions 452mm x 369mm x 262mm
(width x deep x height)
Power consumption
Microwave 1250 - 1350 Watts
Complies with EEC directives 89/336/EEC and 92/31/EEC.
Because we continually strive to improve our products, we may change specications without prior notice.
This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical equipment should be disposed at the
end of life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.
Visit Partmaster.co.uk today for the easiest way
to buy electrical spares and accessories.
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we can deliver direct to your door the very next day.
Visit www.partmaster.co.uk
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NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote
their corresponding part numbers:
Replacement Part Part Number
Glass Turntable XGALS20MB10P12
Turntable Ring XGALS20MB10P11
Instruction Manual XGALS20MB10B04
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If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
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