Tricity Bendix TSM10 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Microwave Oven

TSM10

Cautions

$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by even after microwave heating has ende

the manufacturer.

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

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,

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

or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been

stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before

Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety and to

given supervision or instruction concerning use of the

consumption, in order to avoid burns.

reduce the risk of injury or electrical shock.

appliances by a person responsible for their safety

$Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive

$Read all the instructions and retain them.

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

boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the

with the appliance.

container.

$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
understands the hazards of improper use.

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

not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent

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

person.

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

deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of

$WARNING: I t is hazardous for anyone other than a competent

specified in this manual.

the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves

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

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

the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure

the oven.

keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

to microwave energy;

$There are no user serviceable parts in your microwave oven.

$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.

$

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

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

$Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is

Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your

oven. The oil could catch fire.

operational.

electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate of

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

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

the appliance.

since they are liable to explod .

or overhang a table edge.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

$Do not use the microwave oven outdoors.

The disconnect device for this appliance is the mains plug. The
mains plug must not be obstructed in any way and must remain

$

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

readily removeable from the mains supply.

the oven.

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

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

voltage.

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

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

food regularly.

into a mains adaptor into which other units are connected.

$Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any

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

food deposits.

hot container from the oven.

RAW MEAT AND RAW MEAT PRODUCTS

$Meat and meat products should not be fully cooked from raw in

a microwave oven. Raw meat may be partially cooked in a

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

microwave oven but the final cooking process must be carried

appliance to cool before cleaning.

out by conventional cooking processes, (i.e boiling, roasting,

$ : Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This

frying, grilling etc) using a conventional cooker.

could cause damage to the oven.

$When defrosting raw meat and meat products in a microwave

oven ensure the item is fully defrosted and then immediately
cook the meat using conventional cooking processes.

$Always clean the oven cavity thoroughly after partially cooking

or defrosting raw meat.

Use your microwave oven only to heat food.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

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.

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

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

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT DISMANTLE

Before You Start

$When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that the Avoid containers which narrow at the top as these may cause the

TIPS FOR GOOD COOKING

liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the pieces of contents to erupt when removed from the oven.

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

meat are completely heated through.

Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and

$Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking to

wraps designed for microwave ovens. Plastic films should not

Is it cooked?

distribute the heat evenly. Mashed potato will cook more

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

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

evenly and more thoroughly if lightly covered.

contaminate food.

$Fish should be opaque and flake easily.

$ Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.

Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white

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

microwave paper towels are safe for microwave use. Wooden

break down, melt or even catch fire and contaminate the food.

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

objects may catch fire - so avoid their use.

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

Do not use aluminium foil for microwave cooking unless the

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

may begin to cook during defrosting, which can allow

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

outside and the thinner part inside for more even cooking.

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

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

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

microwave oven.

before cooking.

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

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

Seafood takes less time.

Some basic guidelines are given in the table below.

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

$Different foods require different temperatures to cook. Add

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

more minutes as you drop the power.

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 cook ing

About Your Microwave Oven

after you've removed it.

The microwave power output of your oven is 700 watts.

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

Because the temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool

take around 15 minutes in the microwave.

you have to remember that the food can be extremely hot.

$Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes

Always take precautions when handling containers.

before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work.

Auto Cook buttons

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

$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to

encourage even heat distribution.

Radio Interference:

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

with curved sides.

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

cooking, stir it in or add it later.

$Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar

with other ingredients. Care should be taken when cooking
foods with high sugar or fat contents as they can reach ver y
high temperatures.

Suitable and unsuitable containers:

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

filling gets hotter than the pastry.

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

Hints for reheating food

deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having

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

metal decoration or trim are not suitable for use with your

should be hot and steaming before it is served.

microwave oven.

Hints for defrosting

Your oven has 6 Auto Cook keys. These allow you to automate the
cooking of a range of standard foods for greater convenience.

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 taking 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.

Getting Started

Please read all the instructions and the safety notes and
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. 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.

Useful Information

Heatproof plastic Ordinary plastic

Ceramics

Microwaveable film

Metal Grilles

Metal containers

Melamine

Heat-resistant glass Ordinary glass