Whirlpool MWCF25BK User Manual
Instruction for use
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Manual de utilização
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INDEX
IN STA LLAT ION
3 Installation
SAFETY
4 Important safety instructions
5 Trouble shooting guide
6 Precautions
ACCESSORIES AND MAINTENANCE
7 Accessories
8 Maintenance & Cleaning
CONTROL PANEL
9 Control panel
GENERAL USE
10 Stand-by mode
10 Start Protection / Child Lock
10 Pause or Stop cooking
10 Add / Stir /Turn food
11 Clock
COOKING FUNCTIONS
12 Jet Start
13 Microwave
14 Gr ill
15 Combi Grill (Microwave + Grill)
16 Forced Air
17 Combi Air (Microwave + Forced Air)
18 Crisp
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
19 Jet Reheat Menu
20 Jet Defrost Menu
21 Steam Menu
23 Chef Menu
OPTIONS
26 Auto clean
26 Stop Turntable
ENVIRONMENTAL HINTS
27 Environmental Hints
28 Technical Specications
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INSTALLATION
PRIOR TO CONNECTING
Position the oven at a distance from other heating sources. For sufcient
ventilation there must be a space of at least 30 cm above the oven.
The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet. This oven is not intended
to be placed or used on a working surface lower than 850 mm above the oor.
Check that the voltage on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home.
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.
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.
Ensure that the space underneath, above and around the oven is empty to allow for proper airow.
Ensure that the appliance is not damaged. Check that the oven door closes rmly 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, re or other hazards may result.
Do not use extension cord:
If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualied electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the
appliance.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualied
electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the microwave oven is properly grounded.
AFTER CONNECTING
The oven can be operated only if the oven door is rmly 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.
The manufacturers are not liable for any problems caused by the user’s failure to observe these instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
If material inside / outside the oven should ignite or smoke is emitted, keep
oven door closed and turn the oven off. Disconnect the power cord or shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
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.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elments inside the oven.
Children less then 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
The Microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of
food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth
and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or re.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Cleanning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8
years.
WARNING: 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: 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 use your microwave oven for cooking or reheating whole eggs with or
without shell since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NEW VERSION
The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote-control system.
Do not leave the oven unattended if you are using a lot of fat or oil since they can overheat and cause a fire!
Do not heat, or use flammable materials in or near the oven. Fumes can create a re hazard or explosion.
Do not use your microwave oven for drying textiles, paper, spices, herbs, wood, owers or other combustible
materials. Fire could result.
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specically designed to heat or
cook food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
Do not hang or place heavy items on the door as this can damage the oven opening and hinges. The door
handle should not be used for hanging things on.
Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking.
Care should be taken not to displace the turntable when removing containers from the appliance.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
If the oven does not work, do not make a service call until you have made the following checks:
• The Turntable and Turntable Support is in place.
• The Plug is properly inserted in the wall socket.
• The Door is properly closed.
• Check your Fuses and ensure that there is power available.
• Check that the oven has ample ventilation.
• Wait for 10 minutes, then try to operate the oven once more.
• Open and then close the door before you try again.
This is to avoid unnecessary calls for which you will be charged.
When calling for Service, please give the serial number and type number of the oven (see Service label).
Consult your warranty booklet for further advice.
If the mains cord needs replacing it should be replaced by the original mains
cord, which is available via our service organization. The mains cord must only
be replaced by a trained service technician.
WARNING: Service only to be carried out by a trained service technician. It
is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any service
or repair operation, Which involves the removal of any cover, which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.
Do not remove any cover.
CAUTION: Hot surface.
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PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such
as :
- Staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments;
- Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;
- Bed and breakfast type environments.
No other use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms).
The appliance should not be operated without food in the oven when using 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.
Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in the oven.
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.
LIQUIDS
E.g. beverages or water. 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.
CAREFUL
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.
Always refer to a microwave cookbook for details. Especially, if cooking or reheating food that contains alcohol.
Ensure the Lid and the Teat is removed before heating!
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ACCESSORIES
Lid
Middle Grid
Bottom
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. If the turntable isn’t able to turn
freely you should use a smaller vessel.
Turntable 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 Tur nta ble
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.
STEAMER
To steam cook food using the dedicated function (STEAM). Place the food on the middle grid
when cooking food as fish and vegetables. Do not use the middle grid when cooking food as
pasta, rice or beans.
Always place the Steamer on the Glass Turntable.
WIRE RACK
Use the high Wire Rack when cooking with Grill or Combi grill.
Use the low Wire Rack when cooking with Forced Air or Combi Air.
CR IS P PLATE
Place the food directly on the Crisp Plate. The Crisp Plate may be preheated before use (max. 3
min.). Always use the Glass Turntable as support when using the Crisp Plate.
Do not place any utensils on the Crisp Plate since it will quickly become very hot and is likely to cause
damage to the utensil.
CRISP HANDLE
Use the Crisp Handle to remove the hot Crisp Plate from the oven.
PLATE COVER (accessory sold separately)
The Cover is used to cover food during cooking and reheating with microwaves only and helps to
reduce spattering, retain food moisture as well as reducing the time needed.
USe the cover for two level reheating.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation.
Do not use metal scouring pads, abrasive cleansers, steel-wool pads, gritty
washcloths, etc. which can damage the control panel, and the interior and
exterior oven surfaces. Use a cloth with a mild detergent or a paper towel with
spray glass cleaner. Apply spray glass cleaner to a paper towel.
At regular intervals, especially if spill overs have occurred, remove the
turntable, the Turntable Support and wipe the base of the oven clean.
Use a soft and damp cloth with mild detergent to clean the interior surfaces,
front and rear of the door and the door opening.
Do not use steam cleaning appliances when cleaning your microwave oven.
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
Cleaning is the only maintenance normally required. It must be carried out with the microwave oven
disconnected.
Do not spray directly on the oven.
This oven is designed to operate with the turntable in place.
Do not operate the microwave oven when the turntable has been removed for cleaning.
Do not allow grease or food particles to build up around the door.
for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften the marks.
This product offers an AUTO CLEAN function, which allows for easy cleaning of the microwave cavity. For
more details, please refer to the AUTO CLEAN section on page 26.
The Grill element does not need cleaning since the intense heat will burn off any splashes, but the ceiling
beneath it may need regular cleaning. This should be done with a soft and damp cloth with mild detergent.
If the Grill is not used regularly, it should be run for 10 minutes a month to burn off any splashes, in order to
reduce the risk of fire.
For stubborn stains, boil a cup of water in the oven
CAREFUL CLEANING:
The Crisp Plate should be cleaned in mild, detergent water. Heavily soiled areas can be cleaned with a
scouring cloth and a mild cleanser.
Always let the Crisp Plate cool off before cleaning.
Do not immerse or rinse with water while the Crisp Plate is hot. Quick cooling may damage it.
Do not use steel-wool pads. This will scratch the surface.
DISHWASHER SAFE:
• Turntable Support • Wire Rack • Crisp Handle (accessory sold separately)
• Glass Turntable • Steam Accessory
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2@ Stop Turntable icon
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3# Weight / Portions selection
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3% Food Type selection
3^ Clock setting / Time selection
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