Whirlpool AMW 201/WH, AMW 201/ALU, AMW 201/BL INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Instructions for use

W 201
W 204

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INST ALLATION

PRIOR TO CONNECTING

Check that the voltage on the rating plate
corresponds to the voltage in your home.

Place the oven on a stable,
even surface that is strong

enough to hold the oven
and the food utensils you
put in it. Use care when
handling.

Position the oven at a distance from other
heating sources. The cooling air, which is
taken in by the oven, must not exceed 35°C
temperature. For sufficient ventilation there
must be a space of at least 20-cm above
the oven. Ensure that the space
underneath, above and around the oven is
empty to allow for proper airflow. The oven
can operate in an ambient temperature
ranging from +5°C to +35°C.

Ensure that the appliance is not
damaged. Check that the oven door closes

firmly against the door support and that the
internal door seal is not damaged. Empty
the oven and clean the interior with a soft,
damp cloth.

Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged
or dropped. Do not immerse the mains
cord or plug in water. Keep the cord away
from hot surfaces. Electrical shock, fire or
other hazards may result.

AFTER CONNECTING

It is necessary to have the supply cord
plug easily accessible after installation of
the oven.

The oven can be operated only if the oven
door is firmly closed.

Poor television
reception and radio

interference may
result if the oven is
located close to a TV, radio or aerial.

The earthing of this appliance is
compulsory. The manufacturer will accept
no responsibility for injury to persons,
animals or damage to objects arising from
the non-observance of this requirement.

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Do not heat, or use flammable materials

in or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This type of oven is
specifically designed to heat or cook food.
It is not designed for industrial or laboratory
use.

Do not use your microwave oven for drying
textiles, paper, spices, herbs, wood,
flowers, fruit or other combustible
materials. Fire could result.

If material inside / outside the oven
should ignite or smoke is observed, keep

oven door closed and turn the oven off.
Disconnect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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Do not over-cook food. Fire could result.
Do not leave the oven unattended,

especially when using paper, plastic or
other combustible materials in the cooking
process. Paper can char or burn and some
plastics can melt if used when heating
foods.

Do not use your microwave

oven for heating anything in
airtight sealed containers.
The pressure increases and
may cause damage when opening
or may explode.

WARNING!

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.
The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or infirm
persons without
supervision. Young
children should be
supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the
appliance.

PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL

This appliance is designed for domestic
use only!

The appliance should not be operated

without food in the oven
microwaves. Operation in this manner is
likely to damage the appliance.

The ventilation openings on the oven must
not be covered. Blocking the air intake or
exhaust vents may cause damage to the
oven and poor cooking results.

If you practice operating the oven, put a
glass of water inside. The water will
absorb the microwave energy and the oven
will not be damaged.

Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors. Do not use this product near a
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, or similar.

Do not use the cavity for any storage
purposes.

Never lean on the door when the door is
open. Injury could result.

when using

EGGS

Do not use your microwave

oven for cooking or reheating
whole eggs with or without
shell since they may explode even after
microwave heating has ended.

WARNING!

The door seals and the door seal areas

must be regularly inspected for damage. If
these areas are damaged the appliance
should not be operated until it has been
repaired by a trained service technician.

Do not remove the microwave inlet
protection plates located on the side of the

oven cavity wall. They prevent grease &
food particles from entering the microwave
inlet channels.

Remove wire twist-ties from
paper or plastic bags before
placing bag in the oven.

(Model W204 only)

If the Grill function is not used regularely,

there is a risk of fire, due to the possible
buildup of foodparticles and fat, beneath
the grillelement. To reduce this risk, the
Grill only function should be run for 10
minutes once a month to clean the
elements.

DEEP-FRYING

Do not use your microwave

oven for deep-frying,
because the oil temperature
cannot be controlled.
Use hot pads or oven mitts to prevent
burns, when touching containers, oven
parts, and pan after cooking.

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PRECAUTIONS

LIQUIDS
E.g. beverages or water in
your microwave oven,
overheating the liquid
beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a
sudden boil over of the hot liquid.
To prevent this possibility the following
steps should be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers
with narrow necks.

2. Stir the liquid before placing the
container in the oven and let the
teaspoon remain in the container.

3. After heating, allow standing for a
short time, stirring again before
carefully removing the container from
the oven.

ACCESSORIES

GENERAL
There are a number of accessories

available on the market. Before you buy,
ensure they are suitable for microwave
use.

Ensure that the utensils you use are oven
proof and allow microwaves to pass
through them before cooking.

When you put food and accessories in the
microwave oven, ensure that they do not
come in contact with the interior of the
oven. This is especially important with

accessories made of metal or metal
parts.

If accessories containing metal comes in

contact with the oven interior, while the
oven is in operation, sparking can occur
and the oven could be damaged.

Always ensure that the turntable is able to
turn freely before starting the oven.

CAREFUL
Always refer to a
microwave cookbook (not
included) for details. Especially, if cooking
or reheating food that contains alcohol.

After heating baby food or liquids in a
baby bottle or in a baby food jar, always
stir and check the temperature before
serving. This will ensure that the heat is
evenly distributed and the risk of scalding
or burns can be avoided.
Ensure the Lid and the T eat is removed
before heating!

TURNT ABLE SUPPORT
Use the turntable support under
the Glass turntable. Never put
any other utensils on the
turntable support.
* Fit the turntable support in the oven.

GLASS TURNTABLE
Use the Glass turntable with
all cooking methods. It
collects the dripping juices
and food particles that otherwise would
stain and soil the interior of the oven.
* Place the Glass turntable on the

turntable support.

(Model W204 only)

WIRE RACK
Use the Wire rack to put food
on when grilling.

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ST ART PROTECTION / CHILD LOCK

This automatic safety function is
activated one minute after the oven has

returned to “stand by mode“. (The oven is
in “stand by” when the 24-hour clock is
displayed or if the clock has not been set,
when the display is blank).

HOW TO P AUSE OR STOP COOKING

To pause cooking:

The cooking can be paused
to check, turn or stir the food
by opening the door. The
setting will be maintained for 10 minutes.

To continue cooking:

Close the door and press the Start
button

ONCE. The cooking is
resumed from where it was paused.
Pressing the Start button TWICE will
increase the time by 30 seconds.

The door must be opened and closed e.g.
putting food into it, before the safety lock is
released. Else the display will show

“door“.

If you don’t want to continue
cooking:

Remove the food, close the door
and press the STOP button

A beep will signal once a minute
for 10 minutes when the cooking is
finished. Press the STOP button or open
the door to cancel the signal.
Note: The oven will only hold the settings
for 30 seconds if the door is opened and
then closed after the cooking is finished.

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