Tricity Bendix TMC209 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Convection Microwave Oven with Grill

TMC209

Cautions

$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by $

the manufacturer.

even after microwave heating has ende

$ WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without

supervision when adequate instructions have been given so
that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and

Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety

understands the hazards of improper use.

$The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be

and to reduce the risk of injury or electrical shock.

stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before

$This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

$Read all the instructions and retain them.

consumption, in order to avoid burns.

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been

$Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive

given supervision or instruction concerning use of the

boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the

appliances by a person responsible for their safety

container.

$Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play

with the appliance.

$WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must

not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person.

$Do not use the microwave oven for any purpose not expressly

specified in this manual.

$Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to

$ WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent

deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of

person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves

$When not in use, do not store utensils, food or other objects in

the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure

the oven.

to microwave energy;

$ If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and

$There are no user serviceable par ts in your microwave oven.

keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

$Do not use the microwave oven with a damaged cord or plug or

Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product

after the appliance has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek

warranty.

expert assistance.

When cooking with your oven:

$ Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
$When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye

WARNING

on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

$If you use plastic film when re-heating or cooking food use only

$Do not immerse the body of the microwave oven or the

film designed for microwave ovens and ensure that the film

electrical cord or plug in water or liquids.

does not touch the food. If necessary, prick the film all over to

$Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric

allow steam to escape.

burner.

$Grill & microwave/grill cooking: Do not use paper or plastic

$Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant surface.

Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your

containers, or plastic film. Utensils for combination-cooking

$Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is

electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating

should be heatproof and microwave safe.

operational.

plate of the appliance

$Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot surface

$Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the microwave

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

or overhang a table edge.

oven. The oil could catch fire.

The disconnect device for this appliance is the mains plug.

$Do not use the microwave oven outdoors.

$Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers

The mains plug must not be obstructed in any way and must

since they are liable to explod .

remain readily removeable from the mains supply.

$Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place objects on top of

the oven.

Eggs in their shells (whether raw or cooked), fruits in thick skins
and nuts in their shells should not be heated in the microwave as
they may explode d.

$Items such as potatoes, sausages and chestnuts must be peeled

or pierced thoroughly before cooking.

$Before use check that the voltage stated on the rating plate on

the rear of your microwave oven corresponds to your mains
voltage.

$The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not plug the oven

$Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure about how long

into a mains adaptor into which other units are connected.

to cook a food for, start with a short cooking time, and check the
food regularly.

$Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used when removing a

hot container from the oven.

$Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any

food deposits.

CAUTION: When Using the Convection Oven or Grill:

$Use oven gloves when inserting and removing utensils when

$Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or buttons only. Allow

the grill or convection oven is on. DANGER OF BURNS.

the appliance to cool before cleaning.

$When you remove utensils from the oven, place them on a

$ : Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This

heatproof surface, or on an insulating mat.

could cause damage to the oven.

$Keep small children away from the grill and hot dishes
$Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due

to the temperatures generated.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

$Use your microwave oven only to heat food.

$Unplug the oven when not in use and before cleaning.

e If covered containers are used,
the covers should be loose. Move such containers to and from
the oven with care as food may splash and the lid may fall.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT DISMANTLE

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Before You Start

When you are combination cooking, the container must be fully

About Your Microwave Oven Tips for good microwave cooking

heatproof as well as suitable for microwave cooking.

Microwave cooking is very quick and efficient. Microwave Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on the outside

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

cooking can also help preserve the minerals and vitamins in and the thinner part inside for more even cooking. Fold under the

contents to erupt when removed from the oven.

many foods. thin edges of fish fillets and other tapered foods. Where it is

Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and

possible to control the shape, e.g. by tying a meat roast into a

The microwave power output of your oven is 800 watts.

wraps designed for microwave ovens. Plastic films should not

cylinder, more uniform results will be obtained.

Because the temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool

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

(unlike a normal oven) you have to remember that the food can

$5-6 minutes per 500 g. will cook most diced foods including

contaminate food.

be extremely hot. Always take precautions when handling

meat, poultry fruit and vegetables. Seafood takes less time.

Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white

containers.

$Different foods require different temperatures to cook

microwave paper towels are safe for microwave use. Wooden

properly. Add more minutes as you drop the power.

Radio Interference:

objects may catch fire - so avoid their use.

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

Do not use aluminium foil for microwave cooking unless the

so your food will continue cooking after you've removed it.

recipe requires it. Keep foil at least 25mm away from the oven

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

walls. Metal skewers, ties, etc. should be removed from food

take around15 minutes in the microwave.

before cooking.

$Foods such as cakes with baking powder should stand a few

Cooking In your Oven

minutes before cooking to allow the leavening agents to
work.

Your oven can carry out a number of cooking processes.

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

$Basic Microwave Cooking

Suitable and unsuitable containers:

$Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking.

$Basic Grilling

Some basic guidelines are given in the table below.

$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to

$Convection Cooking ( standard convection oven)

(*Combination refers to microwave + grill and microwave +

encourage even heat distribution.

$Microwave/Grill combination cooking

convection cooking)

$Food cooks better in a dish with round or curved sides.

$Microwave/Convection combination cooking

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

In these above two processes, food is partially cooked by

cooking, stir it in or add it later.

microwaves and then finished by either grilling or oven cooking.

$To ensure better distribution of heat when cooking large

This accelerates the cooking process whilst maintaining the

pieces of meat in the microwave, remove the bone, cook on

finish and texture of traditionally cooked foods. There is also a

medium power for longer periods of time, rotate twice

programme that enables you to defrost frozen food and then

during cooking .

combination cook it thus completing the entire cooking process
in one operation.

Preset cooking programmes

$Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar

with other ingredients. Take care when cooking foods with
high sugar or fat contents as they can reach very high
temperatures.

Use heat resistant porcelain, glass or plastic containers made for

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

microwave ovens, otherwise there is a risk of shrinking,

filling gets hotter than the pastry.

deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having
metal decoration or trim are not suitable for use with your

Always follow the advice in the Safety Guide on Page 2.

microwave oven.

Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your
radio, TV or similar equipment. When there is interference, it may
be reduced or eliminated by tak ing the following measures:

$Clean the door and sealing surface of the oven.
$Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
$Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
$Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

Your oven has 10 preset programmes. Some programmes use
one cooking method, others use combination cooking.

These programmes allow you to automate the cooking of a range
of standard foods for greater convenience.

In addition to the preset cooking programmes there are four
programmes to reheat food and four defrost programmes.

$Stuffing in poultry does not have an opportunity to

completely cook, because the meat outside is heated quickly.
Stuffing for poultr y should be cooked beforehand and
inserted later.

Useful Information

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 Convection Combination*

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Installation

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.
Unpack all these items .

Check the oven carefully, especially the door, door seals and the
locking mechanism. If any items are missing or damaged, contact
your nearest Tesco store for assistance.

If possible retain the packaging. If you dispose of the packaging,
do so having regard to recycling provisions in your area.

Unpacking and Assembly

Assembly and Placement

Place your microwave oven on a flat, level stable work surface
away from sources of cold, heat and damp.

For

Installing the Turntable

$Open the oven door. (To open the door press the Oven

Release button firmly).

$Place the Turntable Support Ring in the oven

good ventilation, the rear of the oven should have a clearance

$Lower the turntable onto the Rotor. There is a recess in the

of at least 10 cm from the wall, the free distance above the top

turntable to lock securely on the rotor.

should be at least 20 cm and there should be a gap of at least 5cm
at both sides.

$Close the door. Ensure it latches securely and that the oven

light goes off.

$You must always operate your microwave oven with the

The oven should be plugged directly into the wall socket and not

turntable assembly properly in place.

via an adaptor or any other power sharing device.

5cm

20cm

5cm

10cm

Features and Controls

Oven Door

Viewing Window

Door Interlocks

Control Panel

Turntable Rotor

Support Ring

Turntable

Door Release

Grill Rack

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