Sanyo EM-SL30N Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Microwave Oven with Convection & Grill

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Read these instructions carefully before use. If you follow these instructions, your Microwave Oven will serve you long and well.

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English

EM-SL30N

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Oven Specification 4

Safety Instructions

How To Use Your Oven Safely 4 Other Important Safety Instructions 5

Setting Up & Getting To Know Your Oven

Installation 6 Oven Parts and Accessories 7 Oven Control Panel 8 Setting the language 9 Setting the clock 10 Child Lock Out & Demonstration Mode 10 How to use the kitchen timer 11 Quick start 11 Suitable Cookware 12-13

Operating Instructions

Quick Reference Guide to 8 Way Cooking 14

Manual Operation

High and Variable Power Cooking 15 Grill Cooking and Thermal Grill Cooking 16 Convection Cooking 17 Dual Cooking 18-19 Multi Stage Cooking 20

Automatic Operation

Auto Weight Defrost & Charts 21-24 Direct Access Cooking, Charts 25-28 Slow Cooking 29

Care Of Your Microwave Oven

Questions and Answers 30 Care and Cleaning 31 Before Calling For Service 31

Min. / Max. Weights to use with 35 Direct Access Programs Easy Use Chart 36

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SPECIFICATIONS

EM-SL30N

Power Source 230 V Maximum Output Power 900 W* Power Grill 1200 W Convection Heater 1200 W Outside Dimensions (W x D x H) 570 x 482 x 378 Net Weight 24 Kg

*According to IEC 705 test procedures.

1. When boiling water or other liquids, be sure to use a wide mouthed container, this will allow air bubbles to escape freely and prevent boiling over. Overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without the evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid.

2. Do not attempt to operate the oven while empty as this will cause damage.

3. Do not deep fry in the microwave oven as the temperature of the oil cannot be controlled and it may overheat.

4. Never completely seal containers in the microwave oven. Coverings are necessary but containers must not be airtight.

5. Small quantities of food with low moisture content or high fat or sugar content can burn, dry out or catch fire if cooked or re-heated too long. Please note that the heating / cooking period required is extremely short: for example it only takes approximately 15 seconds to heat one mince pie or similar.

6. Always pierce food which has a skin or membrane, for example, eggs, potatoes, tomatoes, apples, sausages etc. If you don't pierce them steam will build up inside and they may explode.

7. When disposable containers of plastic, paper or other combustible materials are used to reheat food, it is advisable to check from time to time during the cooking cycle.

NOTE

It is quite normal for steam to be emitted around the door, for misting to occur on the door, or even for water droplets to appear below the door during the cooking cycle. This is merely condensation from the heat of the food and does not affect the safety of your oven.The door is not intended to seal the oven cavity completely but its special SANYO design contributes to the complete safety of the appliance.

HOW TO USE YOUR OVEN SAFELY (MICROWAVE)

ALTHOUGH YOUR OVEN IS PROVIDED WITH SAFETY FEATURES,

IT IS IMPORTANT TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a. Do not tamper with safety interlocks. b. Do not place any object between the oven and the door or allow any food residue to accumulate on

sealing surfaces. Wipe the door sealing area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.

c. When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child hanging on an opened door

may cause the oven to fall forward resulting in injury. d. If any damage is apparent, do not operate the oven. Contact your nearest SANYO SERVICE CENTRE. e. Children may use the appliance only without supervision as long as instructions had been given which

enables the child for safe operation and makes the child aware of the dangers of false operation.

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OTHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The following safety precautions should be followed when using this appliance:

1. Read all instructions before first use.

2. When using the grill and / or convection

function for the first time, smoke and odour may be given off for a few minutes. This is normal during first operation, and is no cause for alarm.

3. As with most cooking appliances, close supervision is necessary.

If a fire should start:

* Keep the oven door closed. * Turn the oven off. * Disconnect the power cord or shut off the power

at the mains.

Other important safety points to remember are:

WHEN COOKING BY MICROWAVE:

1. Do not use wire ties in the oven. Be sure to inspect purchased items for wire ties and remove before placing food in the oven.

2. It is important to keep the oven interior clean. Food particles left on the oven walls reduce the efficiency of the microwaves.

3. Do not heat foods or liquids in bottles or jars with lids on. Air must be allowed to escape from the container.

4. Milk or food for babies should be heated on 450W. It should then be stirred thoroughly and tested to ensure that it is at the correct temperature before giving it to the baby.

5. Care must be taken when removing cups of hot liquid from the turntable. Cups should be lifted not slid to the edge of the turntable to prevent tipping.

6. Never microwave eggs in the shell since they may explode. The egg yolk may pop because of a build-up of steam inside the membrane. To prevent this, pierce the membrane before cooking it.

WHEN COOKING BY GRILL / CONVECTION:

1. Take care not to spill water on the glass viewing window during or immediately after cooking as it may crack.

2. Be sure to use an oven glove when loading and unloading the oven. Care should be taken to avoid touching cavity walls inside oven.

3. Be careful not to touch the viewing window when loading or unloading the oven.

4. The top of the cabinet gets very hot, therefore do not place items on the oven.

WARNING

(a) Do not adjust or repair microwave oven yourself. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged,

until it has been repaired by a service engineer trained by the manufacturer.

(b) It is dangerous for anyone other than a properly qualified engineer trained by the

manufacturer to carry out adjustments or repairs.

service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

(d) On no account remove or interfere with any parts or screws.

THIS COULD PROVE VERY DANGEROUS.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION

OVEN POSITIONING

1. Install the oven on a flat, level surface strong enough to safely bear the weight of the oven.

2. Do not locate the oven near areas where heat and moisture are generated as this may lower oven efficiency.

3. Covering the air vents may lead to malfunctioning, therefore a minimum clearance of 5cm is required to each side, and to the rear and 5cm above.

4. This oven conforms to EMC Radio interference Directive 89/336/EEC, however some interference may occur if it is placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them as far apart as possible.

5. Microwave oven must be installed at minimum height of 85cms above floor level.

5 cm

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OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

1. Place the roller rest on the cavity bottom.

2. Place the turntable on top of the roller rest as shown in the diagram. Make sure the turntable hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never place

the turntable upside down.

• Both turntable and roller rest must always be used during cooking.

• All food and containers of food are always placed on this turntable for cooking.

• This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise; this is normal.

• This turntable returns to its original starting position when cooking is finished.

Roller Rest

Turntable

Turntable Shaft

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

Turntable

Door Release Button

Safety Interlock System

Turntable

Roller Rest

Vents

Keyboard

Metal Rack (High)

Metal Rack (Low)

Your oven is supplied with the following accessories:

Turntable 1 Turntable roller rest 1 Metal rack 2

Instruction manual 1 Drip tray 1

Vents

Drip Tray

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OVEN CONTROL PANEL

1. Display Window. Cooking

mode and short messages are displayed.

2. Function Indicator.

3. Kitchen Timer Display.

4. Auto Program Key.

5. Auto Defrost.

6. More / Less key:- Allows you to slightly increase or decrease cooking time of automatic programs.

7. Kitchen Timer key.

8. Micro Power.

9. Oven Temperature.

10. Grill.

11. Slow Cook.

12. Dual Cook.

13. Quick Start.

14. Clear / Stop.

15. Start.

16. Rotary Dial -

For setting time and weight.

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SETTING THE LANGUAGE

Your new microwave oven comes with a five language Word Prompt system. Languages available are English, German, Spanish, Portugese and French.

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display will show

“WELCOME TO SANYO REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.”

By pressing “”it is possible to select the different languages. When you have selected your

required language press “” to hold that language, the numbers in the display then reset to 0:and you will be prompted to set the time of day.

To set English:

Touch " " key twice, the display will show “BIENVENIDO A

SANYO - ANTES DE UTILIZAR EL HORNO LEER EL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES.”

To set Spanish:

Touch " "once to select and hold language.

Touch " " key three times, the display will show “BEMIVINDO A

SANYO - LEIA AS INSTRUCOES ANTES DE USAR”

To set Portugese:

Touch " "once to select and hold language.

This oven is preset to English therefore it is only necessary

to touch " "once.

Touch " " key once, the display will show “HERZLICH WILLKOM-

MEN - VOR GEBRAUCH DIESES GERAETES BITTE DIE GEBRAUCHSANLEITUNG LESEN.”

To set German:

Touch " "once to select and hold language.

Touch " " key four times, the display will show “BIENVENU CHEZ

SANYO - VEUILLEZ LIRE LE MODE DEMPLOI AVANT DUTILISER VO TRE FOUR”

To set French:

Touch " "once to select and hold language.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display resets to setting the language procedure on Pg 9.

To set the clock follow adjacent procedure.

Example: To set 4:30:

0: and “SET HOUR” shows in

display and the clock symbol flashes. Turn "RO TAR Y TIMER" until

4: is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display

and the start symbol flashes.Touch " " Key. This locks in the hour

setting. “SET MINUTES” shows in display and time indicator begin to flash. To set the minutes Turn "ROTARY TIMER" until 4:30 is indicated in the display window.

“PRESS START” shows in display and the start symbol flashes.Touch

" " Key to lock in the time and start the clock running.

CHILD LOCK-OUT AND DEMONSTRATION MODE

Child Lock-Out:

This oven has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running of the oven by a child.

Demonstration Mode:

After the demonstration mode has been set, the oven will appear to operate normally if the keys are pressed. However the oven will produce NO actual microwave power. When in demonstration mode, you can work through the cooking procedure.

To set child lock-out.

Press and hold " " Key for 3 seconds. Indicator LOCK is indicated. Now the oven cannot be operated.

To set demonstration mode.

Press and hold " " Key for 3 seconds. Indicator L lights up and clock display reappears.

To cancel child lock simply repeat setting procedure. Indicator LOCK disappears and clock display reappears. After 3 seconds the oven will beep twice, this indicates that the child lock is cancelled and the oven is now fully operational again.

To cancel demonstration mode simply repeat setting procedure. Indicator L disappears and clock display reappears. The oven is now fully functional once again. After 3 seconds the oven will beep twice, this indicates that the demonstration mode is cancelled and the oven is now fully operational again.

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The Quick Start function allows the oven to begin cooking immediately on full power 900W.

NOTE:

The Quick Start key has been pre-programmed to increase in increments of 30 secs. up to a maximum time of 10 minutes.

Example: Set oven to start cooking on Full Power 900W

for 2 minutes.

Touch " " Key 4 times. The microwave indicator lights up and the oven begins to operate immediately.

HOW TO USE THE KITCHEN TIMER

The oven may be used as a useful automatic kitchen timer. It may be set from 10 secs to 90 mins. This function operates independantly of the cooking functions, therefore the oven may be operated at the same time as the kitchen timer. The cooking time will be indicated in the display window. To check the time remaining on the kitchen

timer, press " ".

Example: To set kitchen timer for 5mins 30secs:

Touch " ".“KITCHEN TIMER - SET TIME-” shows in display.

Turn "RO TAR Y TIMER" until 5:30 K (K represents Kitchen Timer) is indicated in the display window.

Touch " " Key. The Kitchen Timer will begin counting down. To cancel

kitchen timer press " ".

If the start key is not pressed immediately the Kitchen Timer will begin counting down after 10 seconds.

Note:

To cancel the kitchen timer whilst the oven is operating, press “” followed by “”.

QUICK START

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SUITABLE COOKWARE

MATERIAL

Turntable

Metal Racks

Metal Drip Tray

Heat Resistant Ceramic & Glass e.g Fire King.

China - Without Metal Decoration.

Plasticmicrowave proof cookware.

Plastic cling film, microwave wrap, microwave roasting bags. (Do not use metal twist ties.)

Metal Cookware e.g baking tins, trays

Aluminum Foil

Paper Greaseproof paper, Kitchen Paper, plates or cups.

Wood / Straw

MICROWAVE

Yes

Yes - With care. Pierce film. Do not fit film skin tight.Do not allow film to touch food.

Yes - With care. Small pieces may be used for shielding. Over use may cause arcing.

Yes - With care. Paper may be used to absorb moisture or fat. Overheating could cause fire.

Yes - With care. For warming food for a very short time only.

GRILL / THERMAL

GRILL ONLY

Yes Yes

Yes

CONVECTION

ONLY

Yes Yes

Yes

Yes - With care. Greaseproof paper may be used to line dishes.

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SUITABLE COOKWARE (CONT.)

MATERIAL

Turntable

Metal Racks

Metal Drip Tray

Heat Resistant Ceramic & Glass e.g Fire King.

China - Without Metal Decoration.

Plasticmicrowave proof cookware.

Plastic cling film, microwave wrap,

microwave roasting bags. (Do not use

metal twist ties.)

Metal Cookware e.g baking tins, trays

Aluminum Foil

Paper Greaseproof paper Kitchen Paper, plates or cups.

Wood / Straw

DUAL COOKING

GRILL & MICROWAVE

Yes Yes

Yes

Yes - With care. Do not place metal cookware on metal racks or on metal drip tray.

Yes - With care. Small pieces may be used for shielding. Over use may cause arcing.

DUAL COOKING CONVECTION &

MICROWAVE

Yes Yes

Yes

Yes - With care. Do not place metal cookware on metal racks or on metal drip tray.

Yes - With care. Small pieces may be used for shielding. Over use may cause arcing.

Yes - With care. Greaseproof paper may be used to line dishes.

DUAL COOKING CONVECTION &

GRILL

Yes Yes

Yes

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO 8 WAY COOKING

Convection & Microwave Place dish directly on turntable or For faster cooking of many

(Variable combinations on low rack. traditionally baked foods e.g baked of convection temperature potatoes,pizza, roast poultry / joints, and microwave power.) roast potatoes, some cakes, au 100 - 250˚C convec. + gratin dishes, frozen crispy crumb 80, 150, 300, 450W micro. convenience foods. For crisp

reheating of pastry items.

Convection with Grill Place metal drip tray on high rack. For fast cooking and crisping of (210 - 250°C) small items e.g frozen potato

products, fish fingers, chicken nuggets etc.

2 Level Convection Place dishes trays directly on low & For batch baking of biscuits,

high rack. Change over halfway scones, cakes etc on two levels. through cooking.

COOKING MODE ACCESSORIES TO USE SUGGESTED USE Microwave Only Place dish directly on turntable. Defrosting, reheating, cooking

80, 150, 300, 450, Place dish on low rack for vegetables, rice, pasta, fish, 750 & 900W. optimum defrost results. casserole, sponge puddings.

Grill Only Place high rack on turntable. For toasting bread, muffins etc. (1 Setting)

Thermal Grill Place high rack on metal drip tray For cooking small chops, (1 Setting) on turntable. sausages, fish fingers etc.

Convection Only Place dish directly on turntable or For cooking meringues, biscuits, (40 - 250°C) on low rack. scones, bread, Yorkshire

Puddings, pastry items e.g pies, tarts etc.

Thermal Grill & 80, Place high or low rack on metal drip tray For faster cooking of traditionally 150, 300, 450W on turntable. grilled foods e.g chops, sausages, Microwave. chicken pieces etc.

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HIGH AND VARIABLE POWER COOKING

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In addition to the maximum power level, you can select different microwave power from 5 other levels, 80W to 750W for the foods that require slower cooking.

Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on maximum power, as this is the fastest cooking method and best maintains the natural flavour and texture of the foods.

Manual Defrosting

For manual defrosting (without using Auto Defrost features), use 150W. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 450g (1Ib), the oven may start on full power for 1-3 minutes, then be reduced to 150W until defrosting is complete.

NOTE:

The time increments for the

Up / Down keys are as follows:

TIME INCREMENT

0-5 min. 15 secs.

5-10 min. 30 secs. 10-30 min. 1 min. 30-90 min. 5 min.

Example: To cook at 650W for 1 min 30 secs

POWER SETTING SUGGESTED USE

80 W Softening cream cheese. 150 W Keeping foods warm, defrosting.

300W Completing the cooking cycle of pot

roasts. Completing the cooking cycle of some casserole and stews. Baked custards and cheese cakes.

450 W Roasting meats. 750 W Baking cakes.

Reheating precooked foods.

900 W Boiling liquids.

Baking fish, vegetables.

Touch " ".

To set the variable cooking levels the Power key should be touched as follows:

900W ONCE 750W 2 TIMES 450W 3 TIMES 300W 4 TIMES 150W 5 TIMES

80W 6 TIMES

Touch " " Key 3 times. “450W SET TIME-” shows in display.

Turn " " until

1.30 is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display.

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GRILL COOKING

This method is ideal for toasting bread or muffins. Remember the oven will be hot. Place all food on high grilling rack. Grill cooking time can be set to a maximum of 90 minutes.

Touch " ".

Example: Set oven to Grill for 15 minutes.

Touch " ".

THERMAL GRILL COOKING

During thermal grill cooking, both fan and grill element operate together to circulate hot air around the food to assist the cooking process.

This method is ideal for small items such as sausages which you would usually grill. Place food on the high grill rack on the metal drip tray. Do not use thermal grill for toasting bread as the result will be rather dry. The grill cooking time can be set to a maximum of 90 minutes.

Touch " ".

Example: Set oven to Thermal Grill for 15 minutes.

Touch " ".

Grill 1

Grill 2

Touch " " key. The Grill indicator lights up “GRILL 1 - SET TIME” shows in display.

Turn " " until 15.00 is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display.

Touch " " key twice.

“GRILL 2 - SET TIME”

shows in display.

Turn " " until 15.00 is indicated in the display \window. “PRESS START” shows in display.

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CONVECTION COOKING

This oven can be used as a conventional oven by using the fan assisted convection function. The temperature range is 40 - 250°C.

Touch " ".

Best results are obtained if the oven is preheated first.

Note:

When preheating is completed. Immediately place the food in the oven, set the convection cooking temperature, time and begin cooking. The oven cannot be preheated to 40˚C.

Touch " ".

Convection cooking is ideal for cooking meringues, biscuits, scones, bread, Yorkshire puddings, large fruit cakes and all pastries. It can also be used for proving bread at 40°C. The convection cooking time can be set for a maximum of 90 minutes.

Place heatproof cookware directly on the low rack. As previously stated best results are obtained if the oven is preheated before convection cooking. However it is possible to begin convection cooking without preheating, ie for proving bread at 40˚C. Simply omit steps 3. and 4.

As there is no microwave energy being used you can place metal tins directly onto the metal racks with no danger of arcing.

Press " " key twelve times. The Convection indicator lights up and "200 C" is displayed.

Press "Start". The oven will now preheat. When the correct temperature is reached the oven will beep 3 times and "PREHEATING COMPLETED - 200 C" will appear in the display. You may now place the food in the oven, set the convection cooking temperature and time as below and begin cooking immediately.

Example: To then set the preheated oven to cook using

Convection for 20 minutes, at 200°C.

Touch " ", once. “200 C - SET TIME” shows in display place food on the low rack in the oven.

Turn " " until 20.00 is indicated in the display window.

Example: Set oven to Preheat to 200°C.

(The oven is preheated before the food is added)

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DUAL COOKING

Convection + Microwave

This function allows you to combine convection operation (100˚C 250˚C) with any one of the four (80W, 150W, 300W, 450W) microwave power levels to produce traditional baked or roasted results in less time. This function has many uses, particularly roasting meat and poultry, cooking pizza, baked potatoes, roast potatoes, baking some cakes, frozen and crispy crumb foods and reheating pastries.

When cooking with dual convection + microwave it is not necessary to preheat the oven.

Food should be placed on the low rack or on the turntable.

Do NOT place metal cookware directly on the low rack when using this function as arcing may occur.

The Dual Convection + Microwave function can be set for a maximum of 90 minutes.

Example: Set oven to Dual Convection + Microwave

for 15 minutes, at 220°C and 650W microwave power.

Touch " ".

Press " " key once. The Convection and Micro indicator light up and "DUAL 1 200C 450W - SET TIME" is displayed.

Turn " " until 15.00 is indicated in the display window.

Press " " once "210 C" is displayed.

This oven offers you a choice of three methods of Dual cooking; Dual 1. Convection + Microwave - For baking and roasting. Dual 2. Convection + Thermal Grill - For fast crisping. Dual 3. Microwave + Thermal Grill - For fast grilling.

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Thermal Grill with Convection

This function allows you to combine convection operation with the thermal grill, and is ideal for cooking small foods which require crisping e.g frozen potato products such as oven chips, potato croquettes or waffles, fish fingers, chicken nuggets, beefburgers and sausages.

Food should be placed on the high rack which is on the turntable. Alternatively food maybe placed on the metal drip tray on the high rack.

The Dual Convection + Thermal Grill function can be set for a maximum of 90 minutes.

Example: Set oven to Dual Thermal Grill with Convection for

15 minutes, at 230°C.

Touch " ".

DUAL COOKING (CONT.)

Thermal Grill + Microwave

This oven has four settings: Thermal Grill + 80W Thermal Grill + 150W Thermal Grill + 300W Thermal Grill + 450W

This function allows you to combine the speed of a microwave with the browning and crisping of a grill. Ideal for all foods that would usually be grilled e.g sausages, chops, chicken pieces etc.

The Dual Thermal Grill + Microwave function can be set for a maximum of 90 minutes.

Example: Set oven to Dual Thermal Grill with Microwave for

15 minutes, at 150W microwave power.

Touch " ".

Press " " key twice. The Grill and Convection indicators light up and "DUAL 2 210 C GRILL 2 - SET TIME" is displayed.

Turn " " until 15.00 is indicated in the display window.

Press " " key once "220 C " is displayed.

Press " " key three times. The Grill and Microwave power indicators light up and "DUAL 3 GRILL 2 450W - SET TIME" is displayed.

Turn " " until 15.00 is indicated in the display window.

Press " " key twice. "150W" is indicated.

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MULTI-STAGE COOKING

Example: To set the oven to microwave on 650W for 10

minutes, and then Grill for 5 minutes.

Touch " ".

Multi stage cooking is ideal for sequential cooking. It allows you to cook at different power levels and with different cooking modes for a set time.

Up to three stages may be set. All the stages should be set

before starting the oven. The following table shows the

combinations possible when cooking with multi-stages:

1st 2nd 3rd

Micro Micro Micro Micro Micro Micro Micro Grill Micro Micro Thermal grill Micro Micro Convection Micro Micro Dual Micro Grill Micro Thermal grill Micro Convection Micro Dual -

NOTE:

Dual cook - This is microwave with grill or convection at the same time, or convection with grill at the same time.

After grill, thermal grill, convection or dual cooking it is NOT possible to set microwave.

For three stage cooking, follow same procedure as shown, simply insert third stage at step 5, then press start.

Press " " key 3 times. The Micro indicator lights up and "450W - SET TIME" is dis- played.

Turn " " until 10.00 is indicated in the display window.

Press " " key once.The Grill indicator lights up and "GRILL - SET TIME" is displayed.

Turn " " until 5.00 is indicated in the display window.

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Touch " " once. “MEAT DEFROST - SET WEIGHT”

shows in display.

AUTOMATIC THERMAL WEIGHT DEFROST

Touch " ".

Turn " " until 1000 g is indicated in the display window. “PRESS START” shows in display.

Touch " " key once to increase defrosting time as desired. A is indicated in the display window and the Start prompt flashes.

Example: To Defrost 1000 g of Meat using adjust "More"

Touch " ".

This feature allows you to accurately defrost meat, poultry, fish or bread. Simply enter the weight of the food and the oven will select the correct defrosting time. The More / Less key may be used to increase or decrease the defrosting time as necessary.

The chart below indicates the maximium / minimum weights for use with Auto Weight Defrost Programs;

Important: WHEN USING FOIL FOR SHIELDING IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FOIL DOES NOT TOUCH THE WALLS OF THE OVEN.

Auto Weight Defrosting chart appears on pages 23-24.

Defrost

Program

1. Meat

2. Poultry

3. Fish

4. Bread

Min. Weight

100 g 100 g 100 g 100 g

Max. Weight

3500 g 3500 g 1000 g

900 g

PAUSE

The Auto Weight Defrost programs have a built-in pause function to allow for checking and rearranging of food. On commencing Auto Weight Defrosting the time for the first defrost period will countdown in the display. At the pause rearrange the food as recommended in the

defrost table, close the door and press " ". The defrost time for the second defrost period

will countdown in the display. If you do not open the door at the pause, the oven will restart after approximately 2 minutes and commences the second defrost period.

Defrost Program

Press once = Meat Press twice = Poultry Press three times = Fish Press four times = Bread

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AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST -

HINTS & TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

1. MEAT:

For defrosting meat joints, minced meat, chops, steaks etc. Meat Joints - Use of “” key is recommended.

To prevent over defrosting meat joints will require shielding around fatty areas with a smooth piece of foil. Joints will require at least 40 minutes standing time after defrosting to ensure that the centre is thoroughly defrosted, large joints will require longer standing times.

Steaks / Chops - “” key is not usually required. Particularly delicate outer areas of steaks / chops may require shielding with smooth foil.

Minced or Cubed meat. Use of “” key is recommended. Minced or Cubed meat should be broken up as soon as possible and any defrosted parts removed.

Sausages / Spare Ribs / Bacon - Use “” key recommended for these delicate meats. Chops / sausages etc should be arranged in a single layer, and turned / rearranged at the pause. Most meats, with the exception of joints will require a standing time of at least 15 minutes.

2. POULTRY:

For defrosting whole poultry and poultry pieces. Whole Poultry - Use of “” key is recommended.

Shielding of thin leg and wing areas and back bone is recommended. Begin defrosting breast side down and turnover at the pause. Whole poultry will require a standing time of at least 40 minutes to ensure that the centre is defrosted, large poultry will require longer standing times.

Chicken Pieces - “” key is not usually required. Particularly delicate or thin parts may require shielding with smooth foil. Arrange pieces with the thicker parts to the outside and rearrange at the pause.

3. FISH:

For defrosting all types of fish.

Fillets - “” key is not usually required. Whole Fish / Fish Steaks / Prawns - Use of “” key is recommended for these more delicate types of

fish. Arrange fish in single layer, overlap thin areas and shield delicate areas such as heads and tails with small, smooth pieces of foil. (It is important that this foil does not touch the oven side.) Rearrange fish at the pause. Allow standing time of at least 10 minutes.

4. BREAD

For defrosting small bread items e.g rolls, bun and slices required for immediate use. Remove all packaging and place the bread on a plate, at the pause it is very important to separate the rolls / slices (a knife may be useful). Rearrange with the most frozen parts to the outside, remove any defrosted pieces. (When rearranging slices it is vital to ensure that the turntable can still turn.) Note that immediately after defrosting bread may feel warm. Allow 5-10 mins standing time. The defrosting process can be speeded up by cutting rolls in half as soon as possible.

Loaves may be defrosted using “” key, at least 15 mins standing time will be required. Begin defrosting whole loaves on their side, cut in half and turn over at the pause. It is important to cut whole loaves on their side, cut in half or into slices as soon as possible to speed up the defrosting process.

This program is not suitable for defrosting cakes, gateaux or cheese cakes.

Remove all packaging and place food on a microwave safe plate on the low rack. Please follow hints and tips below.

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AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST CHART

FOOD MORE / LESS PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS STANDING

KEY TIME

1. MEAT Meat Joint + Shield back fat and any thin Turnover and remove foil from Min 40

(MORE) areas with smooth foil. back fat. Leave foil on warm, thin mins.

Begin defrosting best side down. or delicate areas

Chops / NO If frozen in a block separate as Turnover, rearrange and remove 15 mins. Steaks soon as possible. Arrange in a foil.

single layer with thin ends of chops to the centre. Shield any delicate or thin outer areas with small pieces of smooth foil.

Minced / NO Break apart as soon as possible. Break apart and remove any 15 mins. Cubed defrosted parts. Meat

Sausages / - Arrange in a single layer. Separate and rearrange. 15 mins. Spare Ribs (LESS) Separate as soon as possible. Remove any defrosted parts.

/ Bacon

2. POULTRY Whole + Shield thin leg, wing areas and Turnover and remove foil. Min 40

Poultry (MORE) back bone. Begin defrosting Leave foil on any warm, mins.

breast side down. thin or delicate areas.

Poultry NO Shield thin areas. Turnover, rearrange and 15 mins. Pieces Arrange in a single layer remove foil.

with thicker parts to the outside.

3. FISH Fillets NO Arrange in an even layer. Turnover and rearrange. 10 mins.

If frozen in a block separate as soon as possible. Overlap thin areas.

Steaks NO Arrange in an even layer with Turnover and remove foil. 10 mins.

thicker parts to the outside, shield outer edges of steaks with smooth pieces of foil.

Whole NO If more than one fish arrange Turnover and remove foil. 10 mins.

head to tail. Shield ends with smooth pieces of foil.

Prawns - Arrange in an even layer. Stir. 10 mins.

(LESS)

Remove all packaging and place the food on a microwavesafe plate on the low rack. For best results follow the recommendations below.

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AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST CHART (CONT.)

FOOD MORE / LESS PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS STANDING

KEY TIME

4. BREAD Whole + Place loaf on its side. Cut in half if possible and turn over. 15 mins.

Loaf (MORE) Rolls / NO Arrange evenly on plate. Separate and rearrange with frozen 10 mins.

Slices parts to the outside. Remove any

defrosted pieces.

Croissants - Arrange evenly on plate. Separate and rearrange with frozen 10 mins.

/ Crumpets (LESS) parts to the outside. Remove any

defrosted pieces.

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DIRECT ACCESS (BY WEIGHT)

The Direct Access Cooking feature allows you to simply and accurately cook or reheat a range of foods. Your oven offers the following Direct Access (Auto) programs:

Auto 1 Frozen Reheat Auto 2 Chilled Reheat Auto 3 Liquid Reheat Auto 4 Baked Potato Auto 5 Potato Gratin Auto 6 Roast Potatoes Auto 7 Frozen Pizza Auto 8 Fresh Pizza Auto 9 Whole Chicken Auto 10 Chicken Pieces Auto 11 Beef joint Auto 12 Pork joint Auto 13 Lamb joint Auto 14 Steamed fish Auto 15 Baked fish

Operation is very easy, simply select the appropriate program, enter the weight of the food and

press “”. The oven will automatically select the appropriate cooking time and cooking mode for that food.

The “More / Less” key can be used to adjust the end cooked results to personal taste.

Please follow the guidelines in the information chart.

PAUSE

Please be aware that the Roast Potatoes, Roast Meat Joint Beef, Pork and Lamb programs all have a built-in pause. On commencing cooking with any of these programs, the time for the first cooking period

will countdown in the display. At the pause turnover etc. as recommended in the Direct Access Cooking Chart close the door and

press " ". The cooking time for the second cooking period

will

countdown in the display.

Example: To cook a Beef Joint, by Direct Access

Touch " " or " " key if required.

Choose the required food category by touching the appropriate key several times as detailed below. Please take note of the minimum and maximum food weights which you may use.

Note 0 g can be selected, but the oven will not operate.

VERY IMPORTANT

For best results, please follow

the guidelines in the Direct

Accesscooking chart on

pages 26-28.

Touch " ".

** NOTE

C / M = Convection with microwave operation M = Microwave only operation

AUTO

Touch " ". At the pause turnover etc. as recommended.

Close the door and press " ".

Touch "Auto" key 11 times to select “Beef Joint”. “BEEF JOINT- SET WEIGHT” is displayed. Place meat best (fat) side down on the low rack on the drip tray on the turntable.

Turn " " to enter weight of food.

Cooking

Mode**

M M M

C / M C / M C / M

C / M C / M

C / M C / M C / M

C / M

Direct Access

Programs

Reheat

Potato

Pizza

Chicken

Meat Joint

Fish

Auto

Program

No.

1 = 2 = 3 =

4 = 5 = 6 =

7 = 8 =

9 =

10 = 11 =

12 = 13 =

14 = 15 =

Food Category

Frozen Reheat Chilled Reheat Liquid Reheat

Baked Potato Potato Gratin Roast Potatoes

Frozen Pizza Fresh Pizza

Whole Chicken Chicken Pieces

Beef Joint Pork Joint Lamb Joint

Steamed Fish Baked Fish

Minimum weight of

food

100 g 100 g 100 g

100 g 200 g 200 g

100 g 100 g

800 g 100 g

500 g 500 g 500 g

100 g 100 g

Maximum weight of

food

600 g 600 g

1000 g 1700 g

1900 g

900 g 600 g

600 g

2000 g 1000 g

2000 g 2000 g 2000 g

1000 g 1000 g

Increment

50 g 50 g

100 g 100 g

50 g 50 g

100 g 100 g

50 g 50 g 50 g

50 g 50 g

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DIRECT ACCESS COOKING CHART

PROGRAM

REHEAT

AUT

O 1. FROZEN REHEAT For reheating one purchased frozen savoury ready meal e.g in one or two part microwavesafe container or one or two bag meals Adjust + for compact foods e.g lasagna Adjust - for delicate foods e.g fish (This program is not recommended for reheating frozen puddings.)

AUT

O 2. CHILLED REHEAT For heating one purchased chilled ready meal. e.g in a microwavesafe container Adjust + for compact foods e.g lasagna Adjust - for delicate foods e.g fish or puddings AUTO 3. LIQUID REHEAT For reheating soups, drinks, milk etc. Adjust + for soup No adjust for beverages, consommé style soups Adjust - milk.

POTATO

AUT

O 4. BAKED POTATO For cooking medium sized baked potatoes. Each potato 200 - 250 g.

AUT

O 5. POTATO GRATIN For cooking fresh home made potato gratin.

AUT

O 6. ROAST POTATOES For cooking roast potatoes

WEIGHT RANGE

100 - 600 g

100 - 1000 g

100 - 1700 g

200 - 1900 g

200 - 900 g

COOKING PROCEDURES

1. Remove outer packaging. Piece film lid or if there is no film lid cover with microwave wrap. For meals contained in bags make two small slits in the top of the bag. (It is not necessary to make slits in rice / pasta bags which are perforated.)

2. Place on a microwavesafe plate on the turntable.

3. Touch “AUTO” once to select “Frozen Reheat”, enter weight of food and press “Start”. (When

reheating two bag meals, remove the rice / pasta bag halfway through the cooking time.)

4. After heating allow to stand for two minutes then shake or stir well before serving. ENSURE

FOOD IS PIPING HOT BEFORE SERVING.

1. Remove outer packaging. Pierce film lid or if there is no film lid cover with microwave wrap.

2. Place on a microwavesafe plate on the turntable.

3. Touch “AUTO” twice to select “Chilled Reheat”, enter weight of food and press “Start”.

4. After heating allow to stand for two minutes then shake or stir well before serving. ENSURE

FOOD IS PIPING HOT BEFORE SERVING.

1. Note the total weight of the liquid to be heated. Place liquid into microwavesafe cups or bowl(s). For best results ensure that the liquid is evenly distributed between cups. Arrange cups evenly around edge of turntable. If reheating liquid in one large container, place this in the centre of the turntable. When heating soup cover with microwave wrap to avoid splatters.

2. Touch “Auto” 3 times to select “Liquid Reheat”, enter total weight of liquid and press “Start”.

3. After heating stir well.

1. Wash and dry potatoes. Prick several times with a fork. Note the weight of the potatoes.

2. Place the potatoes around the edge of the low rack on the turntable.

3. Touch “AUTO” 4 times to select “Baked Potato”, enter weight of food and press “Start”. Turnover halfway through cooking time if you wish.

4. After cooking allow to stand for 2 minutes.

Place the dish on the turntable.

Place the dish on the low rack on the turntable.

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PROGRAM

PIZZA

AUT

O 7. FROZEN PIZZA For cooking frozen purchased pizza. Adjust + for frozen deep pan pizzas.

AUTO 8. FRESH PIZZA For cooking fresh purchased pizza.

CHICKEN

AUT

O 9. ROAST WHOLE CHICKEN For roasting a whole, fresh chicken, unstuffed.

AUT

O 10. CHICKEN PIECES For cooking roast chicken pieces e.g portions, drumsticks.

MEAT JOINT

AUT

O 11. BEEF JOINT For cooking fresh joints of beef. Adjust + for a well done result. Adjust - for a more rare result.

WEIGHT RANGE

100 - 600 g

800 - 2000 g

100 - 1000 g

500 - 2000 g

COOKING PROCEDURE

1. Remove all packaging and ensure topping is evenly spread. Note weight of pizza.

2. Place pizza on low rack on drip tray on turntable.

3. Touch “AUTO” 7 times to select “Frozen Pizza”, enter weight and press “Start”.

1. Remove all packaging and ensure topping is evenly spread. Note weight of pizza.

2. Place pizza on low rack on drip tray on turntable.

3. Touch “AUTO” 8 times to select “Fresh Pizza”, enter weight and press “Start”.

1. Wash and dry chicken, ensure giblets are removed. Note weight of chicken.

2. Place chicken breast side up on the low rack on the metal drip tray on the turntable. Brush with melted butter or vegetable oil. Season.

3. Touch “AUTO” 9 times to select “Whole Roast Chicken”, enter weight and press “Start”.

4. After cooking allow the chicken to stand in foil for 10 - 15 minutes before serving.

1. Wash and dry chicken pieces. Note the weight.

2. Place chicken pieces skin side up on the low rack on the metal drip tray on the turntable. Arrange with the thicker parts to the outside. Brush with melted butter or vegetable oil.

3. Touch “AUTO” 10 times to select “Chicken Pieces”, enter weight and press “Start”.

1. Wash and dry joint. Note weight.

2. Place joint with the best (fat) side down on the low rack on drip tray on turntable. Brush with melted butter or oil.

3. Touch “AUTO” 11 times to select “Beef Joint”, enter weight, press “Start”.

4. At the pause remove any excess liquid, turn the joint over and baste if you wish. Shield any over cooking areas with small smooth pieces of foil.

5. After cooking allow to stand in foil for

15 - 20 mins.

DIRECT ACCESS COOKING CHART

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DIRECT ACCESS COOKING CHART

PROGRAM

MEAT JOINT (CONT.)

AUTO 12. PORK JOINT For cooking fresh joints of pork. Adjust + for large leg or shoulder joints. No adjust required for loin joints.

AUT

O 13. LAMB JOINT For cooking fresh joints of lamb. Adjust + for a well done result. Adjust - for a more rare result.

FISH

AUT

O 14. STEAMED FISH For cooking fresh, chilled fish e.g fillets, steaks, whole fish Adjust - for delicate fish e.g salmon steaks.

AUTO 15. BAKED FISH For cooking fresh, chilled fish e.g fillets, steaks, whole fish & crispy coated fillets. Adjust + for very crispy fish Adjust - for delicate fish e.g salmon steaks

WEIGHT RANGE

500 - 2000 g

100 - 1000 g

COOKING PROCEDURES

1. Wash and dry joint. Note weight.

2. Place joint with best (fat) side down on low rack on drip tray on turntable. Brush with melted butter or oil.

3. Touch “AUTO” 12 times to select “Pork Joint”, enter weight, press “Start”.

4. At the pause remove any excess liquid, turn the joint over and baste if you wish. Shield any overcooking areas with small smooth pieces of foil.

5. After cooking allow to stand in foil for 15 - 20 minutes.

1. Wash and dry joint. Note weight.

2. Place joint with best (fat) side down on low rack on drip tray on turntable. Brush with melted butter or oil.

3. Touch “AUTO” thirteen times to select “Lamb Joint”, enter weight, press “Start”.

4. At the pause remove any excess liquid, turn the joint over and baste if you wish. Shield any overcooking areas with small smooth pieces of foil.

5. After cooking allow to stand in foil for 15 - 20 minutes.

1. Remove from packaging, wash and dry fish. Note weight.

2. Place fish in a microwavesafe dish with 2 - 3 tblsps of liquid e.g white wine, water or milk. Cover the dish with a lid or microwave wrap.

3. Touch “AUTO” 14 times to select “Steamed Fish”, enter weight and press “Start”.

1. Remove from packaging, wash and dry fish. Prepare as necessary e.g stuff etc. Note weight of prepared fish.

2. Place the fish in a dish on the low rack on the turntable. Dot with a little butter. (For a more crispy result e.g for breaded fillets, place the fish directly on the low rack on the drip tray on the turntable.)

3. Touch “AUTO” 15 times to select “Baked Fish”, enter weight and press “Start”.

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SLOW COOKING

A choice of two slow cook programs are available; Slow Cook High - 300W - for the first stage of the slow cooking process. Slow Cook Low - 150W - for continuing the slow cooking process by gently simmering the food.

This feature is convenient for a busy life styles and is ideal for cooking soups, casseroles and stews. Slow Cook Low (150W) may also be used for keeping food which is already piping hot warm. Do not attempt to slow cook meals using only Slow Cook Low (150W), always begin cooking on Slow Cook High (300W) to bring food to simmering temperature and then continue gently cooking using Slow Cook Low (150W).

Touch " ".

Maximum Cooking Time

1 Stage Slow Cooking - 12 hrs 2 Stage Slow Cooking - 24 hrs

The cooking time in the display will count down increments if 1 minute.eg

0.20 indicates 20 minutes

5.00 indicates 5 hours

10.40 indicates 10 hrs 40 mins.

You can set the slow cook cooking time in increments of 10 minutes.

Example: To cook a casserole using slow cooking function

Slow Cook High for 30 minutes, followed by Slow Cook Low for 8 hours.

Touch " " once.

SLOW COOK HIGH - SET TIME is displayed.

Turn "RO TAR Y TIMER" until

0H30 - PRESS START

appears in the display window.

Touch " " once.

SLOW COOK LOW - SET TIME is displayed.

Turn "RO TAR Y TIMER" until

8H00 - PRESS START

appears in the display window.

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OPERATION

Q. What is wrong when the oven light does not

function?

A. Either:

• The door is not firmly closed. or:

• The light bulb has burned out.

Q. Why does steam come out of the air exhaust

vent?

A. Steam is normally produced during cooking.

The microwave oven has been designed to allow this steam to escape.

Q. Can the microwave oven be damaged if it is

operated empty?

A. Yes. Never operate the oven while empty or

without the turntable positioned correctly on the roller rest.

Q. Why does my oven produce smoke when I use

grill, convection or dual cooking ?

A. Any dirt or grease that builds up on the walls and

roof of the oven will begin to smoke if not cleaned. Therefore it is vital to wipe out your oven after cooking.

Q. Instructions for aluminium foil use are confusing.

When should foil be used?

A. It should be used to shield portions of food from

becoming overcooked or over defrosted. Use small flat pieces of foil for shielding.

Q. Why is standing time recommended after

the cooking operation has been completed?

A. Standing time is very important. With microwave

cooking, the heat is in the food,not in the oven. Many foods build-up enough internal heat to allow the cooking process to continue, even after the food is removed from the oven. Standing time for joints of meat, large vegetables and cakes is to allow the inside to cook completely, without overcooking the outside.

Q. Why do sparks and crackling (arcing) occur in

the oven?

A. There may be several reasons why sparks and

crackling within cavity (arcing) occur.

* A dish with metal parts or trim is being used.

(silver or gold).

* A metal utensil has been left in the oven. * Too much metal foil is being used. * A metal twist-tie is present in the oven.

Q. Why does condensation appear in the oven ? A. This is normal and occurs because the food is

cooking faster than the moisture can be removed from the oven. Always wipe out oven after use.

FOODS

Q. Can I check the preset oven temperature

when cooking by convection?

A. Yes, you can check the set temperature by

pressing " " key. The temperature will then be shown in the display for 2 seconds.

Q. Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little

dry after cooking?

A. Eggs dry out if they are overcooked. You may

need to vary the cooking time or power level

for one of the following reasons: * Eggs vary in size. * The initial temperature of the egg may vary

depending on where it is stored. * The shape of cooking utensils vary, which

makes it necessary to vary cooking time. * Eggs continue cooking during standing time.

CAUTION: 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.

Q. How are liquids, soups or casserole

prevented from boiling over?

A. Use a larger utensil than usual for cooking. If

you open the oven door or press

“ ”, the food will stop boiling.

Q. Why does the dish become hot when I

microwave food in it?

A. As the food becomes hot it will conduct the

heat into the dish. Use oven gloves to remove

food after cooking.

Q. Does the density of a food affect its cooking

time in the microwave ?

A. Yes. Adense food such as meat will take

longer to cook, reheat or porous, light and airy

food such as bread, puddings and cakes. This

is because microwaves cannot penetrate as

deeply into denser, heavier foods.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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CARE AND CLEANING

PROBLEMS

Oven will not start

Arcing or sparking

Unevenly cooked foods

Overcooked foods

Undercooked foods

Improper defrosting

You can often correct operating problems yourself.

If your microwave oven fails to work properly, Iocate the operating problem in the chart below and try the solutions marked for each problem.

If the microwave oven still does not work properly,contact the nearest SANYO SERVICE DEPARTMENT.

It is important that no liquid food or grease particles are left in the oven as this ensures the correct performance of your oven and reduces the risk of corrosion. After use always wipe out your oven thoroughly and dry.

INTERIOR OF THE OVEN

It is essential to keep your oven clean at all times. The oven cavity should be cleaned and wiped dry after each use. Please ensure that the oven is cool before cleaning. Wipe out with a mild detergent solution, paying particular attention to the microwave outlet cover (see illustration opposite) and the door seal area. Take particular care not to allow water to seep through the small holes in the oven walls. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. Never use abrasive cleaning materials as these can damage the oven cavity. When grilling, using convection or dual cooking grease may splash onto oven walls, if this is not removed after cooking it can accumulate and cause the oven to smoke. Such stains are also more difficult to remove if allowed to become “baked on”.

Do not use any type of oven cleaner on your microwave oven as this can cause severe damage.

REMOVABLE PARTS

The glass turntable, turntable support, metal drip tray and grill racks can be removed for easy cleaning. Wash in warm soapy water and dry. It is important to clean the metal drip tray after use to prevent deterioration of the non-stick surface.

EXTERIOR OF OVEN

Johnson Wax “Mr Muscle” window and glass cleaner is recommended for light cleaning of the stainless steel exterior of your oven (i.e to remove finger prints). Do not use cleaners containing chlorine.

Microwave Outlet Cover

POSSIBLE CAUSES

Is power cord plugged in ? Turn or stir food.

Is door closed ? Do not operate when empty.

Cooking time not set. Use correct time / cooking power level.

Use microwave-safe cookware only. Check to see that ventilation ports are

not restricted.

Completely defrost food.

BEFORE CALLING SERVICE

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Direct Access Programs

Important: Always refer to the instuction manual

when using direct access programs.

Potato

Chicken

Pizza

Meat Joint

Reheat

Fish

Direct Access

Programs

Press

key

Food

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