Tesco TFMG2312 User Manual

TFMG2312

USER GUIDE

Microwave Oven with Grill

Do not use the microwave oven with a When not in use, do not store utensils, food or

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE

damaged cord or plug or after the appliance other objects in the oven.

REFERENCE.

has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek expert

There are no user serviceable parts in your

Before use check that the voltage stated on the

assistance.

microwave oven. Unauthorised dismantling or

rating plate on the rear of your microwave

Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or servicing will void the product warranty.

oven corresponds to your mains voltage.

knobs only. Allow the appliance to cool before

When cooking with your oven:

The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not

cleaning.

plug the oven into a mains adaptor into which

Only use utensils that are suitable for use in

WARNING: Do not operate the microwave

other units are connected.

microwave ovens.

oven empty. This could cause damage to the

WARNING: If the door or door seals are

When heating food in plastic or paper

oven.

damaged, the oven must not be operated until

containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the

Do not immerse the body of the microwave

it has been repaired by a competent person.

possibility of ignition.

oven or the electrical cord or plug in water or

WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other

If you use plastic film when re-heating or

liquids.

than a competent person to carry out any

cooking food use only film designed for

Do not place the microwave oven on or near a

service or repair operation that involves the

microwave ovens and ensure that the film

hot gas or electric burner.

removal of a cover which gives protection

does not touch the food. If necessary, prick the

against exposure to microwave energy.

Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant film all over to allow steam to escape.
surface.

This appliance can be used by children aged

Grill & microwave/grill cooking: Do not use

from 8 years and above and persons with

Never leave the microwave oven unattended paper or plastic containers, or plastic film.

re d uced phy s ical, se n sory or mental

when it is operational. Utensils for combination-cooking should be

capabilities or lack of experience and

heatproof and microwave safe.

Make sure that the power cable does not touch

know l edge if they have b e e n given

any hot surface or overhang a table edge. Use your microwave oven only to heat food.

supervision or instruction concerning use of

Do not use the microwave oven outdoors. Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the

the appliance in a safe way and understand the

microwave oven. The oil could catch fire.

Unplug the oven before cleaning.

hazards involved. Children shall not play with

Liquids and other foods must not be heated in

Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place

the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance

sealed containers since they are liable to

objects on top of the oven.

shall not be made by children unless they are

explode. If covered containers are used, the

Do not use attachments or accessories not

aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

covers should be loose. Move such containers

recommended by the manufacturer.

Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of

to and from the oven with care as food may

Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used

children less than 8 years.

splash and the lid may fall.

when removing a hot container from the oven.

Important Safety Instructions

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Eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled

When Using the Grill: ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

eggs, fruits in thick skins and nuts in their shells

Use oven gloves when inserting and removing

Before using this appliance ensure that the

should not be heated in the microwave as they

utensils when the grill is on. DANGER OF

voltage of your electricity supply is the same as

may explode even after microwave heating

BURNS.

that indicated on the rating plate of the

has ended.

When you remove utensils from the oven,

appliance.

Items such as potatoes, sausages and

place them on a heatproof surface, or on an

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

chestnuts must be peeled or pierced

insulating mat.

The disconnect device for this appliance is the

thoroughly before cooking.

Keep small children away from the grill and hot

mains plug. The mains plug must not be

The contents of feeding bottles and baby food

dishes

obstructed in any way and must remain readily

jars shall be stirred or shaken and the

Children should only use the oven under adult

removeable from the mains supply.

temperature checked before consumption, in

su pervi sion d ue to the temperat ures

The microwave oven shall not be placed in a

order to avoid burns.

generated.

cabinet unless it has been tested in a Cabinet.

Microwave heating of beverages can result in

Do not use the microwave oven for any

The minimum installation height is 85cm.

delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must

purpose not expressly specified in this manual.

be taken when handling the container.

WA R N I N G : S o m e a ccessible

RAW MEAT AND RAW MEAT PRODUCTS

Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure

surfaces may be hot during

Meat and meat products should not be fully

about how long to cook a food for, start with a

operation of this appliance.

cooked from raw in a microwave oven. Raw

short cooking time, and check the food

meat may be partially cooked in a microwave

regularly.

oven but the final cooking process must be

The oven should be cleaned regularly and any

ca r ried ou t b y conv enti onal co o k ing

food deposits removed.

processes, (i.e boiling, roasting, frying, grilling

Failure to maintain the oven in a clean

etc) using a conventional cooker.

condition could lead to deterioration of the

When defrosting raw meat and meat products

surface that could adversely affect the life of

in a microwave oven ensure the item is fully

the appliance and possibly result in a

defrosted and then immediately cook the

hazardous situation.

meat using conventional cooking processes.

If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the

Always clean the oven cavity thoroughly after

appliance and keep the door closed in order to

partially cooking or defrosting raw meat.

stifle any flames.

Important Safety Instructions

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Preliminaries

About Your Microwave Oven Suitable and unsuitable containers

Microwave cooking is very quick and efficient. Microwave

Some basic guidelines are given in the table below.

cooking can also help preserve the minerals and vitamins in
many foods.
The microwave power output of your oven is 800 watts.
Because the temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool
(unlike a normal oven) you have to remember that the food can
be extremely hot. Always take precautions when handling
containers.

Radio Interference:

(*Combination refers to microwave + grill cooking)

Use heat resistant porcelain, glass or plastic containers made for
microwave ovens, otherwise there is a risk of shrink ing,

Cooking In your Oven

deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having

Your oven can carry out a number of cooking processes.

metal decoration or trim are not suitable for use with your

$Basic Microwave Cooking

microwave oven.

$Basic Grilling

When you are combination cooking, the container must be fully

$Microwave/Grill combination cooking

heatproof as well as suitable for microwave cooking.

In his last process, food is partially cooked by microwaves and then

Avoid containers which narrow at the top as these may cause the

finished by grilling. This accelerates the cooking process whilst

contents to erupt when removed from the oven.

maintaining the finish and texture of traditionally cooked foods.

Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and

There is also a programme that enables you to defrost frozen food

wraps designed for microwave ovens. Plastic films should not

and then combination cook it thus completing the entire cooking

touch food as they may gas, melt or break down when hot and

process in one operation.

contaminate food.

Preset cooking programmes

Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white
microwave paper towels are safe for microwave use. Wooden
objects may catch fire - so avoid their use.
Do not use aluminium foil for microwave cooking unless the
recipe requires it. Keep foil at least 25mm away from the oven
walls. Metal skewers, ties, etc. should be removed from food
before cooking.

Getting Started

Please make sure you read all the instructions and the safety
notes carefully and that you familiarise yourself with the features
and operation of your oven before use.

Unpacking the Microwave Oven

Remove the polystyrene top packing pieces and lift out the oven.

Unpack the oven completely removing all the protective tape,

Open the oven door. In the oven compartment you should find
the turntable and rotating support ring, and the grill rack.

Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your

Unpack all these items .

radio, TV or similar equipment. When there is interference, it may
be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:

Check the oven carefully, especially the door, door seals and the

$Clean the door and sealing sur face of the oven.

locking mechanism. If any items are missing or damaged, contact
your nearest Tesco store for assistance.

$Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
$Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

If possible retain the packaging. If you dispose of the packaging,

$Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

do so having regard to recycling provisions in your area.

Your oven has 8 preset programmes. These programmes allow
you to automate the cooking of a range of standard foods for
greater convenience.

So you can just select the programme, dial in the amount of food
you want to cook and the oven will do the rest!

packing materials, plastic film, etc. before connecting the oven.

Placement

Place your microwave oven on a flat, level stable work surface at
least 85cm above floor height and away from sources of cold,
heat and damp.

For good ventilation, the rear of the oven should have a clearance
of at least 7.5 cm from the wall, the free distance above the top
should be at least 30 cm with a gap of 7.5cm at the left side and
open space to the right side. This oven is not suitable for
operation in a cabinet or other enclosure.

Cookware

Heat–Resistant Glass

Non Heat–Resistant Glass

Heat–Resistant Ceramics

Microwave–Safe Plastics

Kitchen Paper

Metal Trays / Metal Racks

Aluminium Foil

Metal Foil Containers

Microwave Grill Combination*

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7.5cm

30cm

OPEN

7.5cm

85cm

Features and Controls

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Place the turntable on the support Close the door.

Assembling the Oven

ring with the smooth side uppermost.

Unwrap the power cord fully. Plug the

Remove all packing materials, plastic

Locate the turntable on the rotor and oven directly into the wall socket.

film, etc. before a ssembling and

check that it is central to and properly

Alway s opera te your microwa ve

connecting the oven.

supported by the ring. Refer to the

oven with the turntable assembly

Open the door. Ensure the Turntable

drawing below.

properly installed.

Rotor i s loc ated o n the spi ndle
beneath.
There is a flat machined on the spindle
to hold the rotor secure du ring
operation.
Place the support ring in the recess.

Control Panel

Viewing Window

Door Locking

Assembly

Turntable

Support Ring

Turntable

Grill Element

Ventilation Slots

Oven Air Vent

1: Microwave

Select the Microwave function. Alter
the microwave power level

2: Grill/Combi

Press once to select the Grill Function.
Press again to select two levels of combi
grill/microwave cooking.

3: Weight Defrost

Press to defrost food by weight. The
oven auto-calculates the defrost time.

4: Time Defrost

Press to defrost food by a time that you
enter.

5: Clock/Kitchen Timer

1: Set the time of day
2: Use the oven as a cooking timer.

6: Stop

Cancel a programme; stop the oven.
Set/release the Child Lock.

7:

Press to select an Auto-Cook process.
Press to increase Time/Weight, etc.

8:

Press to decrease Time/Weight, etc.

9: Start/+30Sec./Confirm

Press to confirm an Auto-Cook process.
Start cooking/defrosting/grilling etc.
In Quick Start mode the oven will auto­start at full power as soon as the button
is pressed. Further presses of the
button will extend cooking time.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

8

Microwave Oven Components

Display
Screen

Door Handle

Metal

Grill Rack

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The metal grill rack should
be used ONLY for grilling.
ALWAYS use a suitab le
heatproof ceramic utensil
when combi cooking.

Turntable

Rotor

Operation - 1

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$Press the key once

The Display Screen

SETTING THE CLOCK

Around the perimeter of the screen there are icons. These icons,

The clock is a 24 hour clock. To enter a time of 8:30 pm

singly or in combination give you a visual indication of the

$Press the Clock/Kitchen Timer

process which the oven is carrying out.

button once.

When executing a program the display indicates the amount of

$Press the / keys

cooking time remaining on the program.

to set 10 minutes.

$Press the / keys

to set the hours

$Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

to start cooking

$Press the Clock/Kitchen Timer

button again.

STOPPING THE OVEN

$Press the / keys

to set the minutes.

Open the door to interrupt cooking. To continue cooking, close
the oven door and press the Start/+30 sec./Confirm. button.

$Press the Clock/Kitchen Timer

Press Stop:

button again.

The cooking process is interrupted.

The time is now set.

To continue cooking press the Star t/+30 sec./Confirm button.

BASIC COOKING

Pressing Stop/Clear twice will stop the oven
and any cooking programme will be erased.

$Open the oven door.

$Place the food in a suitable container. Site the container

WHEN COOKING HAS ENDED

centrally within the rim of the turntable.

The oven will beep 5 times and the clock time

$Close the door.

restores

$Press the key once

$Open the door and remove the food. Close the door.

$Press the / keys to set a cooking time from 5 seconds to

QUICK START (EXPRESS) COOKING

a maximum of 95 minutes.

By pressing the Start/+30 sec./Confirm button repeatedly you

Each key press increases/decreases the operating time:

can program the oven for Express cooking. at FULL power(100%).

0 -1 min : 5 seconds:

$Each press of the Start/+30 sec./Confirm button increases

1- 5 min : 10 seconds:

USING THE OVEN

the cooking time in 30 second intervals.

5 -10 min : 30 seconds

$The oven will start almost as soon you press the Start/+30

SWITCHING ON

10 - 30 min : 1 minute:

sec./Confirm button so be prepared!!

30 - 95 min : 5 minute intervals

$Unwrap and uncoil the power cord fully.

$During the cooking cycle, you can top up the remaining time

$Press Start/+30 Sec./Confirm. The oven will commence

$Plug the mains plug into a suitable wall socket.

to a maximum of 95 minutes by further presses of the

cooking at full power. The clock displays the remaining time

$Switch the mains power on.

Start/+30 sec./Confirm button.

left for the cooking programme.

$The oven will display

$Express cooking is a very good way of rapidly heating small

Example: Cook food at 50% power for 10 min.

portions of food, or easily adding a small amount of cooking

$Your oven is now ready to be programmed

time to finish dishes that are slightly undercooked.

Auto Cook

Menus

Microwave

Child

Lock

Weight

Clock

Kitchen

Timer

Auto
Cook

Weight
Defrost

Grill

Time Defrost

X1

X2

Operation - 2

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$When removing or inserting the provided grill rack into a hot

VARYING THE MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL USING THE GRILL

oven use a suitable heatproof implement.

The default setting of the oven is full (100%) power. Many recipes

The grill is useful for cooking thin slices of meat, steaks, kebabs,

call for lower power settings. There are 5 power settings.

sausages and pieces of chicken. It is also suitable for hot

CAUTION:

100% - 80% - 50% - 30% - 10%

sandwiches and au gratin dishes. Grilling takes place at full power.

When you use the grill, the cooking utensils and the interior of

The maximum time available for grilling is 95 minutes.

To alter the microwave power level

the oven get very hot, much hotter than when you are using the

$Press Microwave.

Example: To grill food for 6 minutes:

oven as a regular microwave.

$Press the / keys to set the level

Always stir food with long handled implements, tongs, etc.

1: Press the Gill/Combi button once : “G” (Grill) appears.

Always use oven gloves when removing or placing utensils in
an oven where the grill has recently been on. When you set
utensils down on a surface make sure it is heatproof or use an

Pressing the Microwave button will also alter the power level.

insulating mat.

2: Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to confirm

Example: Cook food at 50% power for 10 min.

After use allow an extra long period for the oven to cool down
before cleaning or re-use.

$Press the Microwave button

3: Press the / keys to set6 minutes.

COMBINATION COOKING

$Press the / keys

Combination Microwave and grill cooking offers you the speed

to select 50% power

of a microwave oven with the finish and taste of a conventional

4: Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to start

grill. To help you realise the potential of this form of cooking, we

$Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

advise you to buy a recipe book dedicated to this cooking ar t.
There are two Combi-grill programs. They both work in exactly

$Press the / key

the same way but have different settings. Both microwave the

to set 10 minutes

Half way through cooking the oven will beep twice. This to

food first and then grill it to give a browned, tasty finish.

remind you that you need to turn the food over.

COMBINATION 1: Microwaves the food for55% of the total time

$Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

Open the door, turn the food with heatproof tongs and close the

and grills it for 45%.

to start cooking

door and press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to continue.

Use this program for puddings omelettes, baked potatoes and

When the cooking cycle is over: The oven will ‘beep’ five times,

poultry.

and reset to the clock time.

COMBINATION 2: Microwaves the food for36% of the total time

All cooking programs can be set up with the oven

and grills it for 64%.

Points to remember when grilling:

door open or closed with the exception of the Quick

Use this program for fish, potatoes, and ‘au gratin’ dishes.

$Use a metal grill rack (supplied) so that food can drain.

Start program which requires the door to be closed.

Setting a combi -grill program:

$Do not overload the grill rack. Space the food out.

If you are setting up a program when the door is

$Brushing the grill rack very sparingly with vegetable oil will

open, pressing the Stop/Clear button once will

stop food adhering to it and make washing up easier.

1: Press the Grill/Combi button until C1 or C2 appears. or

erase the program.

$Always stand the grill rack in a heatproof ceramic dish. This

Press Grill/Combi and then / until C1 or C2 appears.

will catch drips and help keep the oven clean.

2: Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to confirm.

$Do not use the grill without the turntable in place. The

3: Press the / keys to select the minutes.

turntable helps the food to cook evenly.

4: Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to start.

$When removing or turning over food use heatproof tongs.

The longest cooking time for either program is 95 minutes.

Press Stop to clear any program.

Press Stop/ Pause to clear any program.

Operation - 3

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Method:

Example: To set a Com 1 cooking program taking 30 minutes: Example 2: Auto Defrost food for24 min. (Defrost Program 2)

1: Press the key once to enter auto-cook menu mode.

1 Press the Time Defrost button.

$Press Grill/Combi. twice.

2: Press the / keys to select one of the 8 menus.
3: Start/+30 sec./Confirm

$Press Start/30Sec./Confirm

2 Press the / keys to enter the defrosting time. You can

4: Press / to enter the weight

enter a maximum time of 95 minutes.

$Press the / keys

to select the time.

3 Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to start.

$Press Start/30Sec./Confirm

to start.

During combi-cooking you can tell which process the oven is
currently carrying out by the icon flashing on the display screen.

When defrosting:

When the cooking cycle is over: The oven will ‘beep’ five times

Stop the oven periodically to remove or separate defrosted

and the oven will revert to Clock display.

portions.
Periodically check food during the defrosting process, turning it

AUTO DEFROST

if necessary.

There are two Auto Defrost programmes.

If using plastic containers, defrost the food only just long enough
to free it from the plastic and then place it a microwave-safe dish.

Weight Defrost: Defrost food by entering the weight of the food
and the oven will calculate the defrosting time.

When the defrost cycle is over: the oven will beep 5 times.

Time Defrost: If the food packaging has a microwave defrost

$Open the oven door.

5 Start/+30 sec./Confirm

time, you can dial in the recommended Defrosting time.

$You should now ensure the food is fully defrosted before

Example 1: Auto Defrost 1 kg of food by weight (Def 1)

proceeding. If the food is not defrosted program the oven in
one minute increments until totally defrosted.

1 Press the Weight Defrost button.

$Always ensure that food is fully defrosted before cooking. This is

particularly important with poultr y and pork.

Start/+30 sec./Confirm

2 Press the / keys to enter the weight of the food (you

AUTO-COOKING

can auto defrost 100g to 2.0 kg in 100g increments).

The AUTO COOK MENU has 8 settings.

Select 300g

Auto Cooking automates the cooking of
commonly used foods. The currently
selected menu is illuminated on the

Start/+30 sec./Confirm

3 Press the Start/+30 Sec./Confirm button to start. The

display for handy reference.

programme automatically calculates the time required.

The results of auto-cooking depend on
many factors: the actual type of food, the

Note: You must use a grill-proof utensil when Auto-cooking

temperature it goes into the oven at, etc.

meat and never use the grill rack. Half way through the grill cycle

If after the program has ended the food is underdone, use the Basic

the oven will beep to remind you to turn the food over.

Cooking Procedure for a short time to complete the process.

Press

(refer to the table below)

Press to start cooking

Example: Auto-Cook 300g of Meat.

A: Select A2 (Meat)

B: Press

C:

2: Press

X2

X2

A2: Meat

A7: Beverage

150g 300g 450g

A6: Fish

250g 350g

A3: Vegetable

200g 300g 400g

A4: Pasta*

50g

+ 450ml water

100g

+ 800ml water

A5: Potato

200g 400g 600g

A8: Popcorn

50g 85g 100g

MENU/PROCESS

A1: Pizza

200g 400g

MW

X3

X2

X1

450g

X4 X5

600g 750g

1 cup

(120ml)

2 cups

(240ml)

3 cups

(360ml)

MW

MW

MW

MW

MW

MW

MW+G

*Add enough cold water
to the pasta before cooking.

Operation -4

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Using this procedure you can set these programs e.g.

MULTI-STAGE COOKING QUERIES

$Defrost Grill

Your oven can be programmed for up to 2 cooking sequences.

$During cooking: press the Microwave button to briefly

$Defrost Microwave

DEFROST is the logical first stage in this program.

display the microwave power in the current programme.

$Microwave Grill

$During cooking: press the Clock/Pre-Set button to briefly

Suppose you want to set the following 2 stage cooking program.

To do this just join the flow sequences for the various processes as

display the clock time.

Defrost Microwave

shown in the relevant sections of this manual.

1. Select a Defrost programme (Def 1 or 2)

IMPORTANT: It is possible to set

2. Input the defrost time/weight.

$Every time you press a button, the oven will beep once. If the

$Multi-cooking processes that include combi cooking:

3. Press the Microwave key to select a microwave power level.

button is not fully depressed, or the action is not part of the

$Multi-cookingwith grill before microwave:

process you will not hear a beep and nothing will happen..

4. Input the microwave cooking time.

$Multi cooking with microwave before defrost.

$When setting a cooking process, if you do not confirm the

5: Press the START/+30SEC button to start cooking.

All such settings must not be used.

process by pressing the Start/+30SEC./Confirm button

Example: Defrost 1000g of food and microwave at 50% for 3

In a multi-stage process, Defrost (if used) should always come

within one minute, the process will be cancelled and the

min. 30 sec.

first and Grill (if used) should be last.

oven will revert to displaying the clock time.

A: Press the Weight Defrost button.

ADDING TIME DURING COOKING

$Before inputting any cooking process, it is good practice to

press the Stop/Clear button twice to clear the oven memory.

During normal cooking and defrosting, you can
increase the cooking time by repeatedly pressing

B: Press the / keys to enter 1000g

CHILD LOCK

the START/QUICK START button.

The Child lock prevents operation by children. All oven functions

You cannot add time during the ‘Defrost by Weight’

are disabled including the clock when the child lock is on.

and ‘Auto-Cook’ programs

$Press and hold the Stop button for about five seconds after

C: Press the Microwave button

which time a beep sounds and the LOCK indicator appears.

THE KITCHEN TIMER

D: Press the / keys

When the oven is not in use you can use the clock as a timer for

to select 50% power

other procedures. You can set a maximum of 95 minutes.

$To cancel, press and hold the Stop button until the beep

1: Press Clock/Kitchen timer twice.

sounds and the lock indicator disappears..

E: Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

The Timer icon will display

2: Press the / keys

F: Press the / key

to set the time.

to set 10 minutes

3: Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

G: Press Start/+30 sec./Confirm.

The Timer icon will flash and the clock will start. When the pre-set

The defrost cycle will start. When this has ended the oven will

time has elapsed the oven will beep five times.

beep and move on to the microwave cycle.

You cannot add time on to any process during multi-stage cooking.

DISPLAYS AND OVEN STATES

$ The buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished.

X2

5sec

5sec

should be hot and steaming before it is served.

TIPS FOR GOOD COOKING CLEANING AND CARE

$When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that the

These steps should be taken af ter every use.

Please read this section together with the Safety Guide on Page 2.

liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the pieces of

$Disconnect the power supply and wait for the appliance to

$Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking to

meat are completely heated through.

completely cool down.

distribute the heat evenly. Mashed potato will cook more

Is it cooked?

evenly and more thoroughly if lightly covered.

$Remove the turntable support ring and the turntable and

$Temperature should reach 70º C for meat, fish and eggs.

wash then in warm soapy water.

$ Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.

$Fish should be opaque and flake easily.

$Clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity, and the

$ Do not allow plastic film to touch food as it may chemically

oven door with water and a mild detergent. A special

break down, melt or even catch fire and contaminate the

microwave oven cleaner is not necessar y. Do not use

food.

$Only defrost food in the microwave if you plan to cook the

scouring pads, or other abrasives.

$Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker par t is on the

food immediately after it has thawed. Some areas of the food

$Wipe outer surfaces and control panel with a damp soft cloth.

outside and the thinner part inside for more even cooking.

may begin to cook during defrosting, which can allow

$If liquids have been splashed on the wall of the oven cavity,

Fold under the thin edges of fish fillets and tapered foods.

bacteria can flourish. Do not cook defrosted raw meat in a

they must be fully removed otherwise smoke may occur

microwave oven.

$6-7 minutes per 500 gr. will cook most fruit and vegetables.

when the appliance is next used.

Seafood takes less time.

$Remove the food from the wrapping, place it on a microwave

$If the cavity emits odours, boil a cup of water with a squeeze

safe dish. Rotate and re-arrange food during defrosting.

$Different foods require different temperatures to cook. Add

of lemon juice for 5-7 min. to remove them.

Where appropriate, stir the food and if possible, separate the

more minutes as you drop the power.

$Dry all parts thoroughly and replace them.

food items and remove those which have already defrosted.

$Up to 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven turns off

so always remember that your food will continue cooking

TROUBLESHOOTING

GENERAL NOTES

after you've removed it.

If the oven fails to operate:

Steam: Steam is a natural product of microwave cooking. It

$Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven should

$Check that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, unplug

escapes from the vents in the appliance. These vents should

take around 15 minutes in the microwave.

from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.

never be blocked. Steam may condense in and around the oven

$Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes

$Check for a blown fuse or a tripped circuit breaker. If these are

during cooking and should be dried off after use.

before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work.

intact, test the outlet with another appliance.

Smoke: If during cooking, smoke starts to come from the oven

$If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water.

$Check that the clock is set and that the child lock is off.

do NOT open the oven door! Immediately switch off at the mains,

$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to

$Make sure that the oven door closes fully and securely.

unplug the oven and wait for the smoke to completely subside

encourage even heat distribution.

and the oven to fully cool down before removing the food. Before

If none of the above rectifies the situation, contact the Tesco

$Food cooks best and reheats better in a round dish or a dish

you use your microwave oven again, consult a service technician

helpline. Do not try to adjust or repair the oven yourself.

with curved sides.

and have the oven tested .

$Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food before

Testing Your Oven: Place a cup of water in the oven and heat it

cooking, stir it in or add it later.

on full power for 2 minutes. If the water gets hot the oven is

$Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar

working.

with other ingredients. Care should be taken when cooking

Dim Oven Light: During low power microwave cooking the

foods with high sugar or fat contents as they can reach very

oven light may appear to dim slightly. This is normal and not a

high temperatures.

cause for concern.

$Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies carefully as the

If the oven fails to work or will not respond to commands:

filling gets hotter than the pastr y.

Unplug the oven and inspect the plug fuse. If this is intact, leave

Hints for reheating food

the oven for 30 minutes and then plug the oven in again. The
oven should now work normally.

$Heat leftovers and pre-cooked food to at least 70°C. Food

Hints for defrosting

General Guidance

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WARRANTY

Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period,
please contact the Tesco help line on 0800 323 4060 (free from BT
landlines) or 0330 123 4060 (from mobiles). Please have your
original purchase receipt with you when you call. This warranty
in no way affects your consumer rights.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rated Voltage: 230V-240V~50Hz

Rated Input Power(Microwave): 1200-1250W

Rated Output Power(Microwave): 750-800W

Rated Input Power(Grill): 950-1000W

Oven Capacity: 23L

Turntable Diameter: 270mm

Dimensions: 485(W )x 400 (D) x 296mm (H)

Net Weight: 14.5Kg

UK: Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste.

e for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for
recycling advice.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Separate
disposal facilities exist, for your nearest facilities see
www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-stor

Warranty & Specifications

APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FRESH VEGETABLES (ON FULL POWER)

Item Weight Added water Cooking Time

Aubergines (peeled and diced) 450g 30-40 ml 4.5-5.5 minutes
Broccoli (trimmed and sliced into spears) 225g 50 ml 3.5-4.5 minutes
Brussels Sprouts(peeled) 225g 50 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Carrots (diced) 225g 30 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Cauliflower (in florets) 450g 50-60 ml 7-9 minutes
Courgettes (diced or sliced) 450g 10 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Peas (removed from pods) 225g 40-50 ml 4.5-5.5 minutes
Potatoes, jacket ( 2, scrubbed and pierced all round) 225g None 7-9 minutes
Potatoes, (in 40mm pieces) 450 g 40-50 ml 6-7 minutes
Spinach (shredded) 225g None 3.5-5.5 minutes

The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit quantities, portion sizes and individual taste. The average
cooking time for vegetables is around 5.5 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). When adding salt, mix it with the water or add it after cooking.
To cook vegetables: Mix them with the water in a ceramic curved bottomed bowl and cover lightly. After cooking leave the
vegetables to stand for 2-3 minutes before straining (if necessary) and serving.

APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FISH (ON FULL POWER)

Item Weight Cooking Time StandingTime

Cod fillets 450g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Cod steaks 225g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Haddock fillets 225g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Kipper fillets 450g 3.4 minutes 4-6 minutes
Plaice fillets 225g 3-4 minutes 6-8 minutes
Trout (2 fish, gutted but whole) turn fish over half way through 3.5-5 minutes 4-6 minutes

The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit portion sizes and individual taste. The average cooking
time for fish is around 3.5 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). The fish should be lightly covered during the standing period.
Temperature of the fish should reach 70º C. The fish should be opaque and flake easily.

Suggested Cooking Times

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Tesco Stores Ltd,
Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL