Manual - Porter & Charles
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1. The exhaust ventilation moves steam and other cooking vapors from the cooking surface of the range below the microwave oven To operate the exhaust vent Touch the Exhaust High Low Off pad once for the highest speed setting Touch the pad again to choose the Low speed setting and a 3rd time to turn the exhaust ventilation off Note If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven the fan in the exhaust vent hood will automatically turn on at the LOW setting to cool the oven The fan will automatically turn off when the internal parts are cool When this occurs the vent cannot be turned off Surface Light On Off Touch the Surface Light On Off pad once for a cooking surface light Press the pad again to turn the light off Control Lock You may lock the control panel to prevent the microwave from being accidentally started or used by children The control lock feature is very useful when cleaning the control panel The lock will prevent accidental programming when wiping the control panel clean Example to set the control lock ON Touch and hold the Stop Cancel pad for more than 3 seconds The Lock icon will appear in the display window along with 2 beeps Example to change the control lock from ON to OFF Touch and hold the Stop Cancel pad for more than 3 seconds The Lock icon will disappear in the display window Using Ready Set Microwave heating or cooking may be quickly set at 100 power level2. All about the Use amp Care of your Microwave Oven TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME sisi tnt ties sccidancouidensened attentats 2 COOKING CHARTS wtasesiiisteasigsdealavagel euncetueevtierends 19 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 CLEANING AND CARE vis ssessts euracscet aosangmnaanances 21 PART NAMES scriniis an anan ar aaisa 8 BEFORE OPERATING ice titine 10 SPECIFICATIONS Es ais n ns sas 24 MANUAL COOKING svirnai eenas 11 AUTO COOKING iaria anaanatae aai 17 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of a new microwave oven we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible Your satisfaction is our number one priority We know you ll enjoy your new microwave oven and Thank You for choosing our product We hope you consider us for future purchases PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE I NSTRUCTI ONS This Use amp Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your microwave oven only as instructed in this manual These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read t
3. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly e Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense thick areas are cooked thoroughly e Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking if possible e Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once e Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside e Add standing time Remove food from microwave oven and stir if possible Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without overcooking e Check for doneness Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached Doneness signs include Food steams throughout not just at edge Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch Poultry thigh joints move easily Meat and poultry show no pinkness Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork ABOUT FOOD FOOD DO DON T Eggs e Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent e Cook eggs in shells sausages explosion e Reheat whole eggs nuts seeds e Pierce skins of potatoes apples squash hot dogs Dry nuts or seeds in shells fruits amp and sausages so that steam escapes vegetables Popcorn e Use specially bagged popcorn for microwave co
4. THIS GUARANTEE DOES NOT COVER COMMERCIAL USE The name Porter amp Charles for service matters incorporates work performed by authorized service agents or service companies EXCEPTIONS PORTER amp CHARLES WILL NOT PAY FOR THE FOLLOWING SERVICE CALLS To install or correct the installation of an appliance To instruct the use of an appliances To replace house fuses re set circuit breakers or correct house wiring To correct house plumbing To clean drains filters or garbage disposers To repair an appliance if it fails due to misuse or abuse PORTERACHARLES WILL NOT PAY WHEN THE FOLLOWING OCCURS Damage resulting from fires acts of God alteration improper installation or installation not in accordance with building codes 2 Pickup or delivery of major appliances requiring service The appliances are designed to be repaired in the home However Porter amp Charles will not be responsible for travelling and labour costs if the customer lives in excess of 50km 30 miles or if the travel time is in 30 minutes from the nearest service centre Any excess to this will not be covered by the warranty In no event will Porter amp Charles be responsible for incidental or consequential damages For warranty service and parts contact EURO PARTS Service will be provided during normal business hours Should you have a service problem that is not resolved locally please contact oo SoN Service and Parts EURO PARTS USA EURO PARTS CAN
5. 30 sec key This feature will let you quickly start or add 30 seconds Touch the START 30sec padto 1 Start programmed cooking 2 Start cooking for 30 seconds at 100 power level 3 Extend cooking time in multiples of 30 seconds each time this pad is touched during microwave cooking Example to add 1 minute of cook time during 80 microwave cooking Press START 30 sec pad twice Setting Defrost by Weight Example to defrost 1lb of food with the default power level and cook time determined automatically 1 Press Defrost pad once 0 0 will appear in the display Use the numeric pads to input weight of food to defrost in pounds 10 11b You may enter any weight from 0 1 to 6 0lbs Press START 30sec pad When defrosting has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Note The weight amount must be a valid entry for this feature to start A valid weight entry is 0 1 to 6 0 pounds Setting Defrost by Time Example to defrost food with the default 30 power level for 5 minutes 1 Press Defrost pad twice 0 00 will appear in the display Use the number pads to enter desired defrost time defrost time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Press START 30sec pad When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Note Power levels cannot be changed for both defrost by weight or defrost by time because the defrost performance willb
6. Be sure to place prepared meats on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Start cooking the meat fat side down and if necessary use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas After cooking check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time Please note that the temperatures in the following charts are temperatures at removal time the temperature will rise during the standing period Meat Power level Cook time Directions e Roastbeefboneless High 10 for 12 17 min Ib for Place roast beef fat side down on roasting up to 4 Ibs first 5 minutes 160 F Medium rack Cover with wax paper Turn over half way then medium 5 through cooking Let stand 10 15 minutes 14 19 min Ib for 170 F Well Done e Roast pork boneless High 10 for 15 20 min Ib for Place roast pork fat side down on roasting or bone in first 5 minutes 170 F Well Done rack Cover with wax paper Turn over half way up to 4 Ibs then medium 5 through cooking Let stand 10 15 minutes Expect a 10 F rise in the temperature during the standing period Doneness Remove from oven After standing 10 15 min Medium 150 F 150 F Well Done 160 F 160 F Medium 150 F 150 F Well Done 160 F 160 F Dark meat 170 F 170 F Light meat 160 F 160 F Cooking poultry in your microwave Be sure to place poultry on
7. a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent splattering Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas or areas that start to overcook After cooking check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time Poultry Cook time power level Directions e Whole chicken Cook time 7 10 min Ib Place chicken breast side down on roasting rack Cover with wax up to 4 Ibs 180 F dark meat paper Turn over half way through cooking Cook until juices run 170 F dark meat clear and meat near bone is no longer pink Let stand for 5 10 min Power level medium high 7 e Chicken pieces Cook time 7 10 min Ib Place chicken bone side down on dish with thickest portions up to 4 Ibs 180 F dark meat toward the inside of dish Cover with wax paper Turn over half way 170 F dark meat through cooking Cook until juices run clear and meat near bone is Power level medium high 7 no longer pink Let stand for 5 10 min Cooking eggs in your microwave e Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard cooked eggs in the shell they can explode e Cook eggs just until set they will become tough if e Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting overcooked COOKI NG CHARTS Cooking vegetables in your microwave e Vegetables should be washed just before cooking e When cooking cut vegetables always co
8. in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following e Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television e Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver e Move the microwave oven away from the receiver e Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN This Use and Care Manual is valuable read it carefully and always save it for reference A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset Check it for microwave cooking principles techniques hints and recipes NEVER use the microwave oven wi
9. or turn off power at the main circuit breaker 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screws at both light Surface lights positions under the microwave 3 Replace bulb with 30 watt appliance bulb Ventilation filters 4 Re install bulb cover and mounting screw 5 Plug the microwave back into the power supply or turn the power back on at the main circuit breaker 1 To remove the exhaust ventilation filters slide the filter to the rear Then pull filter downward and push to the other side The filter will drop out Repeat for the 2nd filter POO SO ees SSR BSS RS sn RSR RSS SR RS ago asso RS pezza RSE AE Se tetres BRR KIRK RK RIKKI IKK II sn nes RSS etes OR RAR RSR RS ee RSS RR RS AT ua aan ons sas ns se RS SR Sn R290282 SOSS SN ga a SES RISOTTO SSSR RS PRSS 2 Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild detergent Rinse well and shake to dry or wash in a dishwasher Do not use ammonia The aluminum on the filter will corrode and darken 3 To reinstall the exhaust ventilation filter slide it into the side slot then push up and toward oven to lock Reinstall the 2nd filter using the same procedure CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Charcoal filter replacement Oven light replacement Ch
10. ADA P O rter amp C ha rl es Tel 1 800 561 4614 Tel 1 800 678 8352 Tel 1 866 699 4973 Fax 1 519 528 5001 Fax 1 519 528 5001 Tel Direct 1 905829 3989 Fax 1 905 829 8409 User Instructions and Installation Manual Service and Repair To save you time and money please have the following information ready in case you have to call for service e Name of the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance e Model number shown on rating plate e Serial number shown on rating plate e Date of purchase You should also retain the original purchase receipt to support any claim made under the warranty We suggest you staple the receipt to this page DISTRIBUTED BY PORTER amp CHARLES 2278 SPEERS ROAD OAKVILLE ONTARIO CANADA L6L 2X8 Toll Free 1 866 699 4973 Tel 905 829 8389 Fax 905 829 8409 www porter amp charles ca 25 INFORMATION SUR LA GARANTIE Porter amp Charles VALIDITE DO LA GARANTIE PORTER amp CHARLES PREND EN CHARGE GARANTIE COMPLETE DE DEUX ANS Pi ces de recharge et ou main d oeuvre pour la a partir de la date d achat d origine pi ces et reparation de vices de fabrication ou de materiaux main d oeuvre comprises au premier acqu reur L intervention doit tre assure par un atelieagr de cet appareil Porter amp Charles sauf specifications contraires CETTE GARANTIE NE COUVRE PAS L USAGE COMMERCIAL Pour tous probl mes d assisstance l appellation Porter amp Charles comprend la prestation as
11. THER UTENSIL IS INSERTED I NTO THE LI QUID To reduce the risk of injury to persons Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks Use a wide mouthed container After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven at least for 20 seconds before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container Clean ventilation openings and grease filters frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on ventilation openings louver or grease filters Use care when cleaning the louver and the grease filters Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the louver and the grease filters When flaming food under the hood turn the fan on This appliance is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 wide or less SAVE THESE I NSTRUCTI ONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR MI CROWAVE OVEN Open the bottom of the carton bend the carton flaps back and tilt the microwave oven over to rest on plastic foam pad Lift carton off microwave oven and remove all packing materials Installation Instructions Wall Template Top Template Charcoal Filter Turntable and Turntable Support SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door if there is on
12. arcoal Filter installed in your microwave oven is used Remove the vent grill per instructions 1 4 above and for nonvented recirculated installation The filter should charcoal filter if used be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use 1 Open light cover located behind filter mounting by carefully pulling up on the front edge 1 Disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging 2 Remove the vent grill mounting screws 3 Pull the vent grill away from the unit 2 Remove old light bulb and replace only with equivalent 30 watt bulb available from parts distributor Bulbs are also available at most hardware stores or lighting centers 4 Remove the charcoal filter by pushing it inwards then turn and pull it away from the unit Note DO NOT USE BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS 3 Replace the microwave oven light cover by carefully pushing into place Replace the charcoal filter Push the vent grill back into place engaging both the bottom and top tabs and replace the vent grill mouting screws 22 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Cleaning suggestions For best performance and for safety reasons keep the oven clean inside and outside Take special care to keep the inner door panel and oven fron frame free of food and grease build up Never use rough scouring powder or pads on
13. d cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not store or use this appliance outdoors Do not use this product near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool or similar locations Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter See door surface cleaning instructions on page 23 Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the microwave oven to facilitate cooking Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in microwave oven If materials inside the microwave oven ignite keep microwave oven door closed turn microwave oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Do not use the cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LI QUI DS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR O
14. e e DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER Check to see that there are Installation Instructions Wall Template Top Template and Charcoal Filter which is used when recirculating is chosen Read enclosures and SAVE the Use and Care Manual Check the microwave oven for any damage such as misaligned or bent door damaged door seals and sealing surfaces broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door If there is any damage do not operate the microwave oven and contact your dealer See Installation Instructions for more details CS gt Oven cavity Hinges Door seals and Safety door r sealing surfaces latches Waveguide cover GROUNDI NG I NSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Electrical Requirements Check Installation Instructions for proper location for the power supply The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 amp or more pro
15. e do Microwave utensil guide not operate the microwave oven empty To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do not use stoneware aluminum foil metal utensils or metal trimmed utensils in the microwave oven Setting the clock Example setting clock display for 9 00 1 Touch Clock pad once for AM touch twice for PM 2 Enter time using number pads 3 Touch Clock pad again Use Do not use Oven proof glass specifically treated for high intensity heat Utility dishes loaf dishes pie plates cake plates liquid measuring cups casseroles and bowls without metallic trim China Bowls cups serving plates and platters without metallic trim Plastic Plastic wrap as a cover lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food Use plastic dishes cups semi rigid freezer containers and plastic bags for short cooking times Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food Paper Paper towls waxed paper paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic trim or design Look for the manufacturer s label for any special instructions for use in the microwave oven Metal utensils Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking Also avo
16. e adversely affected Special notes for defrosting by time 13 After pressing START key the display will count down remaining defrost time The oven will beep twice during the defrost cycle At this time open the door and turn the food if needed and remove any portions that have already thawed Touch the START keyto resume the defrost cycle When heating has finished you will hear beeps D MANUAL COOKI NG efrosting tips When using the defrost weight feature the weight entered should always be pounds valid entries are from 0 1 to 6 0 pounds Use both defrost weight and defrost time features for raw food items only Defrosting gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0 F taken directly from a true freezer If the food has been stored in a refrigerator freezer that does not maintain a temperature of 5 F or below always program a lower food weight or lower cook time to prevent cooking the food If the frozen food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes enter a reduced cook time or weight Defrosting suggestions for meats For best results please read these suggestions when defrosting meats Meat Normal amount Suggestions The shape of the package will alter the defrosting time Shallow rectangular food packets defrost more quickly than a deep frozen block of food Separate pieces as they begin to defrost Separated frozen pieces of food defrost better Shield warm areas of fo
17. ecommended preheating time Follow manufacturer s directions These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little fat or sugar in them e wood straw wicker DO NOT USE metal pans and bakeware dishes with metallic trim non heat resistant glass non microwave safe plastics margarine tubs recycled paper products brown paper bags food storage bags metal twist ties Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving place the empty dish in the microwave oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds A dish which becomes very hot should not be used The following coverings are ideal Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for cooking and reheating DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food Vent so steam can escape Lids that are microwave safe are a good choice because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking Microwave oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that need tenderizing DO NOT use metal twist ties Remember to slit bag so steam can escape How to use aluminum foil in your microwave oven e Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly e Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the
18. er Seafood Cook time power level Directions Fishsteaks Cook time 7 11 min lb Arrange fish on roasting rack with meaty portions towards the outside of Up to 1 lbs Power level med high 7 rack Cover with wax paper Turn over and rearrange halfway through cook time Cook until fish flakes easily with fork Let stand 3 5 mins Fish fillets Cook time 4 8 min Ib Arrange fillets in a baking dish thuring any thin pieces under Cover with wax Up to 1 lbs Powerlevel med high 7 paper If over inch thick turn over and rearrange halfway through cook time Cook until fish flakes easily with fork Let stand 2 3 mins Shrimp Cook time 4 6 min Ib Arrange shrimp in a baking dish without overlapping or layering Cover with Up to 1 lbs Powerlevel med high 7 wax paper Cook until firm and opaue stirring 2 or 3 times Let stand 5 mins 20 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Cleaning the exhaust filters Surface light replacement The oven ventilation exhaust filters should be removed and CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage wear cleaned often generally at least once every month gloves when replacing the light bulbs CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do not operate oven hood without filters properly in place 1 Unplug the microwave oven
19. er levels available with this microwave will help you to adjust to the power output best suited for the food type you are preparing As with any food prepartion in the microwave itis best to follow the microwave instructions that are printed on food packaging The table below provides suggested power levels for various types of food that you can be prepare in the microwave Microwave Use to prepare when output 100 Boiling water Cooking ground beef Making candy Cooking fresh fruits amp vegetables Cooking fish amp poultry Preheating browning dish Reheating beverages Cooking bacon slices Reheating meat slices quickly Saute onions celery amp green peppers All reheating Cooking scrambled eggs Cooking breads amp cereal products Cooking cheese dishes amp veal Cakes muffins brownies amp cupcakes Cooking pasta Cooking meats amp whole poultry Cooking custard Cooking spare ribs rib roast amp sirloin roast Cooking less tender cuts of meat Reheating frozen packaged foods Thawing meat poultry amp seafood Cooking small quantities of food Finish cooking casseroles stew amp some sauces Softening butter amp cream cheese Heating small amounts of food Softening ice cream Raise yeast dough Suggestions for getting the best results To help you achieve the best possible results from your microwave oven read the followin
20. for 1 2 or 3 minutes Use the number keys 1 2 or 3 to choose the desired minutes of cook time this option will only work using the 1 2 or 3 numeric pads Example to quickly heat for 2 minutes at 100 power Touch number pads 1 2 or 3 for desired minutes of cook time a MANUAL COOKI NG Heating with high power level Example to heat for 5 minutes at 100 power 1 Press Cook Time pad 2 Use the number pads to enter desired heating time cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Touch START pad When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Heating with lower power levels Using the highest power level to heat foods with does not always give the best results when some types of food need slower cooking such as roasts baked goods or custards Your oven has nine other power levels you may choose Example to heat for 4 minutes at 70 power 1 Press Cook Time 2 Use the number pads to enter desired heating time cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Press Power Level pad once for power level 10 100 power 4 Use the number key to change the power level to 7 PL7 appears in the display 70 power 5 Press START pad When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Heating with multiple cooking stages For best results some microwave recipes call for different power levels or different lengths of time for co
21. g suggestions below e Storage temperature Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods would at room temperature e Size Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones Pieces similar in size and shape will cook more evenly when cooked together For more even results reduce the power levels when cooking large pieces of food e Natural moisture Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy heats water molecules very efficiently e Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetable from the outside to the center to distribute the heat more evenly This will allow the food to cook faster Constant stirring is not necessary e Turn over items Turn over foods such as pork chops roasts or whole cauliflower halfway through the cook time This will help to expose all sides equally to microwave energy Food placement Place delicate areas of food items such as asparagus tips toward the center of the turntable tray Food arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or salmon with the thicker or meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable tray e Let the food stand After removing the food from the microwave cover the food with foil or a casserole lid and let it stand to finish cooking This will help the food finish in the center and avoids overcooking the out edges The length of stand time depends on the density and surface area
22. hes Keep aluminum foil used for shielding at least 1 inch away from walls ceiling and door PART NAMES Microwave features Front View Window Interlock system 1 2 3 Door assembly 4 Turntable ring assembly 5 Turntable Shaft 6 7 8 Turntable glass tray Control panel Ventilation openings on top 9 Surface lights 10 Ventilation filters Bottom View 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CONTROL PANEL cook timer clock time popcorn potato OG OOO wt time level stop 0 cancel 0O exhaust 14 op hi lo off beverage reheat defrost power Popcorn P17 11 Beverage P17 12 Potato 1 3 potatoes P17 13 Reheat 3 different settings P15 14 Defrost by time or weight P13 EasySet 3 instant key settings P11 15 Numeric pads 0 thru 9 Clock P10 Timer P11 Cook Time P12 Power Level 10 power levels available P12 START 30 sec P13 Stop Cancel P13 Exhaust High Low Off Use to turn the exhaust fan on off or to adjust fan speed P11 Surface Light Press this pad to turn the surface lights on or off P11 Note For detailed information please go to relative page list above 9 BEFORE OPERATING Learn more about your microwave oven A CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damag
23. his manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave oven properly If you received a damaged Microwave Oven immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the Microwave Oven IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSI BLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MI CROWAVE ENERGY a Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazard
24. id metal skewers thermometers or foil trays Metal utensils can cause arcing which can damage your microwave oven Metal decoration Bowls cups serving plates and platters without metallic trim Aluminum foil Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch from the side walls of the oven cavity and door of the microwave Wood Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven Baskets made of wood will react in the same way Tightly covered utensils Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered cookware Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking Tightly closed pouches may explode Brown paper Avoid using brown paper bags They absorb heat and can burn Flawed or chipped cooking utensils Any utensil that is cracked flawed or chipped may break in the oven Metal twist ties Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags They become hot and could cause a fire 10 MANUAL COOKI NG Setting the timer Example setting timer for 5 minutes 1 Touch Timer pad once 2 Enter desired time using number pads 3 Touch Timer pad When the timer has reached the end of set time you will hear beep alerts indicating the timer has run out Exhaust High Low Off
25. ishes 71 C frozen prepared food and beef lamb or veal cut into steaks chops or roasts 165 F For leftover ready to reheat refrigerated deli and 74 C carry out fresh food whole chicken or turkey chicken or turkey breasts and ground poultry used in chicken or turkey burgers L NOTE Do not cook whole stuffed poultry Cook stuffing separately to 165 F To test for doneness insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking unless it is approved for microwave oven use ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dish s covering and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face Stay near the microwave oven while it s in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items Select store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria Keep waveguide cover clean Food residue can cause arcing and or fires Use care when removing items from the microwave oven so that the utensil your clothes or accessories do not touch the safety door latc
26. microwave oven Should you have questions about utensils or coverings check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories available for purchase Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs A microwave safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MI CROWAVE Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising person very near to them Between the ages of 7 and 12 the supervising person should be in the same room As with any appliance close supervision by an adult is necessary when used by children At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing on the microwave oven door Children should be taught all safety precautions use potholders remove coverings carefully pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot Don t assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he she can cook everything Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy See page 20 for Child Lock feature ABOUT SAFETY e Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture s recommended temperatures TEMP FOOD 145 F For beef lamb or veal cut into steaks chops or 63 C roasts fish 160 F For fresh pork ground meat seafood egg d
27. od with small pieces of foil if they start to become warm You may use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield food items like chicken wings leg tips and fish tails but do not allow the foil to touch the oven cavity walls when defrosting 2 5 to 6 Ibs e Roast beef or pork 40 to 96 oz Start with the food placed fat side down After each stage turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Let stand covered for 15 30 minutes 0 5 to 3 Ibs 8 to 48 oz Steaks chops or fish After each stage rearrange the food If there are any warm or thawed portions of food shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered for about 5 to 10 minutes 0 5 to 3 Ibs 8 to 48 oz Ground meat After each stage remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand covered with foil for 5 to 10 minutes 2 5 to 6 Ibs 40 to 96 oz Whole chicken Remove giblets before freezing poultry Start defrsoting with the breast side down After the 1st stage turn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil After the 2nd stage again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil Let stand covered for 30 to 60 minutes in the refrigerator 0 5 to 3 Ibs 8 to 48 oz Chicken pieces 14 After each stage rearrange or remove any pieces
28. of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand for 10 20 minutes MANUAL COOKI NG Reheat The reheat feature provides 3 quick preset settings based on serving size to reheat food for your cooking convenience Reheat Category Press Display Example to reheat 24 ounces of food 8 ounces of food once 8 oz 16 ounces of food twice 16 oz 1 Press Reheat pad 3 times to reheat 240z of food 240z will appear in the 24 ounces of food 3 times 24 oz display see reheat category table 2 Press START pad Reheat cooking suggestions Reheat Directions Amount Dinner plate Use only pre cooked refrigerated foods Cover plate with vented plastic wrap or 1 serving waxed paper tucked under plate If food is not as hot as you prefer after heating 1 plate with Reheat continue heating using manual time and power level settings Contents e 3 4 oz meat poultry or fish up to 6 oz with bone e 4 cup starch potatoes pasta rice etc e 2 cup of vegetables about 3 4 oz Casserole Cover plate with lid or vented plastic wrap If food is not as hot as you prefer after 1 to 4 servings heating with Reheat continue heating using manual time and power level settings Stirfoods once before serving Contents e Casserole refrigerated foods for example beef stew or lasagna Pasta Canned spaghetti and ravioli refrigerated foods 15 MANUAL COOKI NG Suggested power levels for cooking The 10 pow
29. of the food items Wrapping in paper towels or waxed paper Sandwiches and many other food types containing pre baked bread should be wrapped prior to placing in the microwave to help prevent the food items fro drying out while heating 16 AUTO COOKING Popcorn CAUTION DO NOT leave micowave oven unattended while popping corn The popcorn feature lets you pop 3 different commercially packaged microwave popcorn sized bags Use the table below to determine the setting to use Amount Press popcorn pad once 1 75 oz default setting 3 0 oz 2times 3 5 oz 3 times Example to pop a 3 0 oz bag of popcorn automatically 1 Press Popcorn pad 1 2 or 3 times refer to table above to change for bag size 2 Press START pad The microwave will beep when finished Potato The potato feature cooks 1 2 or 3 cooking times based on 8 to 24 oz potatoes automatically Use the table below to determine the setting to use Amount Press potato pad 1 potato default setting once 2 potatoes 2times 3 potatoes 3 times Example to cook 1 potato automatically 1 Press Potato pad 1 2 or 3 times refer to table above to change quantity 2 Press START pad The microwave will beep when finished Notes Before cooking pierce potatoes with fork several times After cookings let potatoes stand for 5 minutes Beverage The beverage feature heats 1 2 or 3 c
30. oking Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls e Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow Exceed maximum time on popcorn package to 1 or 2 seconds or use special popcorn pad Baby food e Transfer baby food to small dish and heat carefully e Heat disposable bottles stirring often Check temperature before serving e Heat bottles with nipples on e Put nipples on bottles after heating and shake e Heat baby food in original jars thoroughly Wrist test before feeding General e Cut baked goods with filling after heating to release Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air tight steam and avoid burns eruption containers Stir liquids briskly before and after heating to avoid e Can in the microwave as harmful bacteria may not be destroyed e Use deep bowl when cooking liquids or cereals to Deep fat fry prevent boilovers Dry wood gourds herbs or wet papers IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERI NGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new microwave oven Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating glass ceramic Pyroceram such as Corningware heat resistant glass Pyrex microwave safe plastics paper plates microwave safe pottery stoneware and porcelain browning dish Do not exceed r
31. oking Your microwave may be set to change from one stage to another automatically 2 stages maximum Example to cook food for 3 minutes at 80 power and then 50 power for 6 minutes 30 seconds 1 Press Cook Time 2 Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 1st stage cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Press Power Level pad once 4 Use the number keys to enter power level for the 1st stage PL8 appears in the display 80 power 5 Press Cook Time pad for 2nd stage 6 Use the number pads to enter heating time for the 2nd stage cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 7 Press Power Level pad for 2nd stage 8 Use the number key to enter power level for the 2nd stage PL5 appears in the display 50 power 9 Press START pad When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Note Power level must always be programmed for first stage 100 10 12 MANUAL COOKI NG Using the Stop Cancel key This feature will let you quickly stop or cancel the cooking process Touch the stop cancel padto 1 Erase if you have entered wrong information 2 Canel timer 3 Press pad once to pause the oven temporalily during cooking Touch START 30 sec pad again to resume cooking 4 Return the time of day clock to the display after cooking cycle is completed 5 Cancel a program during cooking touch twice Using the Start
32. ous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury READ ALL I NFORMATI ON BEFORE USI NG e To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity WARNING To reduce the risk of fire burns electric shock injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections Read all instructions before using the appliance Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSI BLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on page 2 This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS on page 4 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance This type of microwave oven is specifically designed to heat cook or dry food It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children Do not operate this appliance if it has a damage
33. sure par des techniciens ou des ateliers d assisstance agr s EXCEPTIONS de NE PREND PAS EN CHARGE LES APPELS SUIVANTS Pour installer ou modifier l installation d un appareil y Pour expliquer comment utiliser cet appareil 3 Pour remplacer des fusibles r tablir des disjoncteurs ou modifier des cables chez le client 4 Pour modifier la plomberie chez le client 5 Pour r parer un appareil d fecteux suite une utilisation incorrecte ou abusive PORTER amp CHARLES NE PREND PAS EN CHARGE LES FRAIS DERIVANT DES CAS DE FIGURE SUIVANTS 1 Dommages caus s par des incendies des catastrophes naturelle la manipulation de l installation une installation incorrecte ou une installation non conforme a la r glementation en vigeur 2 Enl vement ou livraison d appareils volumineux devant tre r par s Les appareils sont con us pour tre r par s sur place chez le client Porter amp Charles ne prend pas sa charge les frais de d placement et de main d oeuvre si le client reside une distance de plus de 50 km 30 miles ou si la dur e du trajet du centre d assisstance le plus proche chez le client est sup rieure a 30 minuits Tout co t d passant ces limites n est pas couvert par la garantie Porter amp Charles ne peut en aucun cas tre tenue pour responsible de dommages secondaires ou indirects Pour les interventions d assisstance sous garantie et les pieces de rechange contacter EURO PARTS L assisstance est ass
34. tected electrical supply It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the microwave oven be provided The microwave oven is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PIN FROM THE PLUG DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance The Power Supply Cord and plug must be connected to a separate 120 Volt AC 60 Hz 15 Amp or more branch circuit single grounded receptacle The receptacle should be located inside the cabinet directly above the Microwave Oven mounting location as shown in Figure 1 amp NOTES 1 If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions consult a qualified electrician or service person 2 The dealer can accept any liability for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures 3 Prong Plug i A Grounding Pin 3 Prong Receptacle Ground Receptacle Box Figure 1 Ground _ g Receptacle Opening for Power Cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement U S A Only This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is
35. the microwave Wipe the microwave oven inside and out witha soft cloth and and warm not hot mild detergent solution Then rinse and wipe completely dry Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel especially after cooking greasy foods like chicken or bacon Clean your microwave oven weekly or more often if needed Follow these instructions to clean and care for your microwave oven e Keep the inside cavity of the oven clean Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls causing the oven to work less efficiently e Wipe up spills immediately Use a damp clean cloth and mild soap DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners e To help loosen baked on food particles or liquids heat 2 cups of water add the juice of 1 lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh smelling in a 4 cup measuring glass at High power for 5 minutes or until boiling Let stand in oven cavity for 1 or 2 minutes e Remove the glass turntable tray from the oven when cleaning the oven cavity or tray To prevent the glass turntable from breaking handle with care and do not put it in water immediately after cooking Wash the turntable tray in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher e Clean the outside surface of the microwave with soap and a clean damp cloth Dry with a clean soft cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven do not let water seep into any vents or openings 23 Wash the oven door window with ver
36. thout the turntable and support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be placed in the microwave oven The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise See page 23 for complete instructions ALWAYS have food in the microwave oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy When using the microwave oven at power levels below 100 you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off It is normal for the exterior of the microwave oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the microwave oven Generally covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered ones Ventilation openings must not be blocked The microwave oven is for food preparation only It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers Your microwave oven is rated 1000 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure In using recipes or package directions check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKI NG e Arrange food carefully Place thickest areas towards outside of dish e Watch cooking time Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite e Cover foods while cooking Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions paper towels wax paper microwave plastic wrap or a lid
37. ups of beverage Use the table below to determine the setting to use Amount Press beverage pad 1 cup about 8 oz once default setting 2 times 2 cups about 16 oz 3 times 3 cups about 24 oz Example to heat 1 cup of a beverage 1 Press Beverage pad 1 2 or 3 times refer to table above to change number of servings Press START pad The microwave will beep when finished 17 AUTO COOKING Convenience cooking suggestions Convenience category Amount Suggestions Popcorn 1 75 3 0 3 5 OZ 1 pkg Cook a single microwave only bag of popcorn at a time Use caution when removing and opening the hot popcorn bag from the oven Let microwave oven cool down at least 5 minutes before using again Potato 1 2 3 potatoes 8 16 24 oz Pierce each potato several times using a fork Place on turntable in spoke like fashion After cooking let stand for 3 5 minutes Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again Use the start 30sec pad to increase cook time for larger potatoes Beverage 1 2 3 cups 8 02 16 oz 24 oz Use a microwave safe measuring cup or mug do not cover Place the beveragein the microwave After heating stir well Let oven cool for at least 5 minutes before using again Beverages heated with the beverage category may be very hot Remove the container with care 18 COOKI NG CHARTS Cooking meat in your microwave
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39. ver the dish with Rarely is extra water needed If dense vegetables such alid or vented microwavable plastic wrap as potatoes carrots and greens are being cooked add e Whole unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes squash about cup of water eggplant etc should have their skin pricked in several e Small vegetables sliced carrots peas lima beans etc locations before cooking to prevent them from bursting will cook faster than larger vegetables e Formore even cooking stir or rearrange whole e Whole vegetables such as potatoes acorn squash or vegetables halfway through the cook time corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking The will cook more evenly if turned over halfway through cooking Most of the time the denser the food the longer the required standing time For example a baked potato should stand for 5 minutes before serving while a dish of e Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli peas may be served immediately with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center Cooking seafood in your microwave Place fish on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Be sure to always cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork Use a tight cover to steam fish a lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming And be sure not to overcook fish check it for doneness at a minimum cooking time before cooking long
40. y mild soap and water Be sure to use a soft clean cloth to avoid scratching If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door wipe with a soft cloth Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage Never operate the oven without food in the oven cavity this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray You may wish to leave a cup of water standing inside the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on SPECI FI CATIONS AC Line Voltage Single phase 120V 60Hz AC only AC Power Required 1550W 14 0 amps Output Power 1000 W Frequency 2450 MHz Class B Group2 Outside Dimensions including handle 29 88 W x 15 75 H x 15 04 D Cavity Dimensions 20 24 W x 9 25 H x 14 41 D Microwave oven Capacity 1 6 Cu Ft Cooking Uniformity Turntable Weight Approx net 55 1 Ib gross 62 8 Ib Work Night Light 2 bulbs 30w each incandescent light bulbs Oven Light 1 bulb 30w incandescent light bulbs 24 GUARANTEE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRES Porter amp Charles LENGTH OF WARRANTY PORTER amp CHARLES WILL PAY FOR TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTEE Replacement parts and or labour to repair de from original date of purchase including fects in materials or workmanship Service must parts and labour to the first purchaser of this be provided by an authorized Porter amp Charles appliance company unless advised otherwise
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