Hotpoint MW12P User's Manual
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1. Our guarantee does not cover the cost of any repair or loss of food in refrigeration products due to power failure accidents or misuse Nor does it cover the cost of any visits to advise you on the use of your appliance Please read thoroughly the instruction book supplied with this appliance f at any time during the Guarantee period we are unable to repair your appliance we will refund any repair costs paid to us in the previous twelve months We will also offer you a new appliance at a reduced charge instead of a repair Our Guarantee is in addition to and does not affect your legal rights Should you need independent advice on your consumer rights help is available from your Consumer Advice Centre Law Centre Trading Standards Department and Citizens Advice Bureau All Hotpoint servicing is carried out by our own Service Organisation located throughout the United Kingdom and Eire We will be happy to deal with any problems which you may have Hotpoint s Extended Warranties Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen Hotpoint has a range of Service Plans to give you complete peace of mind They enable you to extend your one year labour guarantee so that you can have repairs completed FREE during the membership period Service Cover We offer a number of payment methods cheque credit card or you can spread the cost and pay by direct debit full details can be obtained on Free p2. As well as this instruction book you have also been given a cookery book specially designed to accompany your oven However all the 2 information you will need to get started with your new oven is included in this instruction book The basic cooking information is complemented by more detailed recipes in the cookery book and the two books are designed to be used together Your new oven has been labelled in accordance with the new MAFF labelling scheme The label is located on the oven door and it informs you of the power output in watts 800W and the heating category E Most packaged food suitable for microwaving will be marked with these symbols After heating always check that the food is piping hot throughout Before you do anything with your oven please read the important Safety Instructions on pages 6 to 10 This is for your own safety and to make sure you don t damage your new oven 3 5 34 SPECIFICATIONS ac Line Voltage Single phase 230V 50Hz FOutputPower __ SCS COOW ETO 465mm W x 275mm H x 355mm D 290mm W x 198mm H x 290mm D Turntable system Approx 13 5kg Outside Dimensions Cavity Dimensions Cooking Uniformity As part of our policy of continuous improvement we reserve the right to alter design and specification without notice Simple touch control Variable power selection controls power output from 160W to 800W 1 or 2 st
3. Guarantee Hotpoint will replace your appliance or if you prefer give you your money back Your statutory rights are not affected and the Guarantee is additional and subject to the terms of Hotpoint s Five Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint s Free Five Year Guarantee From the moment your appliance is delivered Hotpoint guarantees it for FIVE YEARS In the Five Years all replacement parts are FREE provided that they are fitted by our own Service Engineer During the first year our Engineer s time and labour is also free Our guarantee covers loss of food in our refrigeration and freezer products up to 250 during the first year subject to verification by one of our engineers After the first year we will charge for our Engineer s time and labour We do however operate a range of Service Plans see opposite which for an annual payment enables you to cover any repair costs which may be necessary All our service repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in respect of our labour and any parts fitted The appliance must be used in the United Kingdom and must not be tampered with or taken apart by anyone other than our own Service Engineers You may however buy parts which can be safely fitted without specialist knowledge or equipment The correct fitting of such parts provided they are genuine Hotpoint spares will not affect your Guarantee Parts are available from our Hotpoint Spares Centres see back page
4. STAGE 1 and 2 indicator lights come on STAGE 1 indicator light starts blinking to show you that the oven is cooking in the first of two cook stages The oven will cook at the power you selected for stage one At the end of stage one the oven will beep and start stage two the STAGE 1 indicator goes off and the STAGE 2 indicator starts blinking The display counts down the time remaining in stage two when stage two ends you will hear 3 beeps AUTO START 6 Allows you to programme cooking to start at a time you select The food will automatically start cooking at the desired time not possible on DEFROST 1 Programme the desired power level and cooking time 2 Touch CLOCK AUTO START pad Auto stage defrost auto 2 weight time start CE Ie Start lock no cups The AUTO START indicator lights and 0 is displayed 3 Enter the desired start time by pressing the number pads DTSO stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start lock no cups The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched This example shows 11 30 4 Touch START pad When you touch START pad the present time appears in the display and the cooking programme indicators come on The AUTO START indicator and the colon start blinking When the selected start time arrives the oven begins operating and the oven light turns on The AUTO START indicator goes off and the next stage indicator begins to blink When the
5. Stockport SK4 3QT For Spare Enquiries 0161 432 0255 SCOTLAND E GLASGOW West Lodge Rd Blythswood Est Renfrew PA4 9EN For Spares Enquiries 0141 886 5611 SOUTH E MAIDSTONE Larkfield Trading Estate New Hythe Lane Larkfield ME20 6SW For Spares Enquiries 01622 716631 SOUTHAMPTON _ unit R Sth Hampshire Ind Park Salisbury Rd Totton 040 3SA For Spares Enquiries 01703 867933 SOUTH WALES SOUTH WEST E BRIDGEND 18 Western Avenue Bridgend ind Estate Bridgend CF31 3SL For Spares Enquiries 01656 766111 EAST PETERBOROUGH Celta Road Peterborough PE2 9JB CHELMSFORD industrial Buildings Beehive Lane Chelmsford CM2 9TE Note Neither of the above two offices have Spares Counters For spares enquiries please ring Central Spares Administration 01733 556520 Telephone sales only IRELAND NORTHERN 256 Ormeau Road Belfast BT7 2FZ Tel 01232 647111 E EIRE 49 Airways Ind Estate Dublin17 For Service 01 842 6088 For spares 01 842 6836 AGENTS CHANNEL ISLANDS Service provided by Agents Normal Guarantees apply and certain Extended Warranty Schemes are available JERSEY Reg Mauger Services Ltd 19 Don Street St Helier Tel 01534 21625 Quick Fix Services L esperez Rue de la Croix St Clements Tel 01534 854808 GUERNSEY amp SARK Colin Torode Ltd Grande Rue St Martins Guernsey Tel enan 38422 or Lakers Appliance Service Ltd Barras Lane Vale Tel 01481 51610 AL
6. Worn door gaskets or hoses may cause a leak on an appliance which could become dangerous if neglected Proof of Purchase For future reference please attach your purchase receipt to this booklet and keep it in a safe place Spares and Accessories Spares and accessories can be ordered from your local Hotpoint Spares Centre see back page using the order form enclosed NOTE Our Engineers will use every effort to avoid damage to floor coverings and adjacent units when carrying out repairs service work but in locations where the Engineer advises you that it will be impossible to move appliances without risk of damage he will only proceed with your approval that no liability is accepted 33 RECIPES cont One Touch Cooking Frozen Pizza Setting 200g pizza 300g pizza Baked Potato Setting 1 x 602 potato 2 x 60z potatoes 3 x 60Z potatoes Hot Drinks Setting 1 x 250ml cup 2 x 250ml cups 3 x 250ml cups Vegetables Setting 200g vegetables 300g vegetables 32 Press setting once Press setting twice within 1 5 seconds Press setting once Press setting twice within 1 5 seconds Press setting three times within 1 5 seconds Press setting once Press setting twice within 1 5 seconds Press setting three times within 1 5 seconds Press setting once Press setting twice within 1 5 seconds INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS cont As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this app
7. 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 Standing back Always stand back when opening the oven door to allow any build up of heat or steam to disperse Keep the door closed when the oven is not in use to prevent accidents Foods with filling Cut baked foods with filling after heating to release steam and avoid burns from their jam and liquid contents Temperature Always test the temperature of food or drink which has been heated in a microwave oven before you give it to somebody especially to children or elderly people This is important because things which have been heated in a microwave oven carry on getting hotter even though the microwave cooking has stopped The temperature of the outside of the container is not a good indication of the temperature of the food or drink inside so you must test the temperature of the actual contents harmful bacteria 1 4 Check to see if the food is thoroughly cooked Look for the following signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached and food is cooked Food steams throughout not just at edge Centre bottom of dish is very hot to touch Poultry and thigh joints move easily poultry juices show no pinkness Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork To test that the food is cooked fully insert a meat thermometer in
8. closed 2 Turn the oven off and disconnect the plug from the socket If you don t follow these instructions food may catch fire and damage the oven Disposable containers Use only microwave suitable materials Do not leave the oven in unattended operation when food is heated or cooked in disposable containers of plastic paper or other combustible materials see page 31 5 Ventilation 1 Do not block or obstruct the air vent openings 2 Do not put anything near the air vent openings that may be ignited easily by the hot air coming out of them 6 10 11 12 14 Roasting bags Plastic and wire twist ties should not be used within the oven as they may melt or catch fire due to an electrical discharge Paper products Do not use newspaper or re cycled paper inside the oven as these may contain materials that could get hot and cause a fire Oil and fat Never heat oil or fat You cannot control the temperature of them so they may overheat and catch fire Popcorn Unless you have a special microwave popcorn popper never cook popcorn in your oven as it can be dangerous and the results are disappointing Don t use oil unless the manufacturer recommends the use of it and never heat for longer than stated Bottle fruit Do not try to bottle fruit in your microwave oven as it requires prolonged high temperatures to do so properly Storing foods Do not keep food or anything inside the oven when it
9. cooking is completed you will hear 3 beeps The oven turns off and the present time appears in the display Note AUTO START can be used for time cooking if the clock is set If the oven door is opened after programming AUTO START it is necessary to touch the START pad for the time of day to appear in the readout so that the oven will automatically begin programmed cooking at the chosen AUTO START time Before setting check to make sure the clock is showing the correct time of day 19
10. does not mean that the oven is allowing microwaves to leak out 8 Operation of key pads The key pads will only operate once the oven door is closed 10 9 Turntable continued Do not place food heavier than 5kg 101b as the turntable motor could become damaged 10 Disposal At the end of the microwave s life it must be disposed of safely to avoid further use To make it safe snap off the door latches and remove the mains cable This will prevent the door latching shut and the oven from being powered up MICROWAVE COOKING TECHNIQUES The Background to Cooking by microwaves How microwaves cook and heat food 1 Microwaves are absorbed by the water sugar and fat which are in the food The microwaves make the individual particles vibrate very quickly causing the food to heat up by friction in the same way that your hands get warm when you rub them together Most parts of the food are heated by microwaves directly as mentioned above The rest of it is heated by conduction of heat from hot food next to it This is why it is very important that you turn food around rearrange or stir it so that hot and cooler parts are mixed together for even cooking You must allow the food to stand the standing time otherwise some parts may be cool and slightly undercooked and other parts may be very hot Standing guide see page 28 Stir 7 Stand Turn 2 Microwaves can pass straight through dishes and utensils which a
11. is not being used except in case of the AUTO START cooking conditions Food splash shield After each use wipe the splash shield cover on the ceiling of the oven with a soft damp cloth to remove any splashes If you leave grease on the shield it might overheat next time the microwave is used and start to smoke or even catch fire Turntable and walls Always wipe up spills and splashes on the turntable and inner oven cavity after cooking If you leave grease on the turntable it might overheat next time the oven is used and start to smoke or even catch fire Check Please check the setting after you start the oven to ensure the oven is operating as desired Exceeding the cooking time or using too high a power level leads to overheating of food which may burn and could cause a risk of fire RECIPES 2 x Jacket Potatoes or alternatively use the Baked Potato Setting Rice Pudding 500ml 1 pint milk 50g 202 short grain rice 25g 10z sugar 240ml milk for coffee or alternatively use the Hot Drinks Setting 500ml 1 pint dehydrated soup 405g 140z Tinned Soup Spaghetti 175g 60z Spaghetti 750ml 1 pints water 15m 1 tbsp oil Carrots 450g 11b or alternatively use the Vegetables Setting Broccoli 450g 11b or alternatively use the Vegetables Setting Porridge 2 3 servings 1 cup porridge oats 2 cups of hot water pinch of salt Victoria Sandwich 100g 402 butter margarine 1
12. may be required Never try to rapidly cool the turntable or other cookware in water while it is still hot If the turntable is used successively for a long time it will be heated up to a high temperature Never dip it into cold water or wipe with a cold dish cloth Such rapid cooling will possibly cause the turntable to crack or break Exterior The outer cabinet is painted Clean with a cloth or sponge moistened in a mild detergent solution and then dry with a clean cloth Do not spill water into the vents Do not use Petroleum spirit thinners or any kind of chemical solvent to clean the outer cabinet The control panel and trim are best wiped with a clean damp cloth and then wiped immediately with a dry cloth The door window s outer panel is plastic Use a damp cloth to wipe clean Do not use Petroleum spirit thinners or any kind of chemical solvent to clean the oven door or control panel Do not use scouring pads or abrasive powder Storage lf you must store your microwave oven choose a dry dust free place Dust and dampness can affect the oven s working parts If your oven has been stored in an area where the temperature is colder than normal room temperature allow the oven to warm to room temperature before use 25 PLATE WARMING Pressing this button will allow you to warm plates automatically To change the quantity press the button again To warm 2 plates press the PLATE WARM buiton once To war
13. opened 24 OPERATION PROCEDURE This section includes useful information 5 The display will show 0 when the about the oven operation and takes into oven is plugged in account that the clock time etc has been 6 The time clock returns to the present selected time when the cooking time ends a Plug the appliance into a socket 7 When the STOP CLEAR pad is outlet switch on the electricity touched during the oven operation b After placing the food in a suitable the oven stops cooking and all the container open the oven door and put information is retained To erase all it on the glass tray The glass tray information except the present time must always be in place during touch the STOP CLEAR pad once cooking more If the oven door is opened c Shut the door Make sure that it is during the oven operation all firmly closed information is retained 8 If the START pad is touched and the 1 When the oven door is opened the oven does not operate check the area light goes out between the door and door seal for 2 The oven door can be opened at any obstructions and make sure the door time during operation by touching the is closed securely The oven will not door release button on the control start cooking until the door is panel The oven will automatically shut completely closed or the programme off To restart the oven close the door has been reset and then touch START Make sure the oven is properly installed 3 Each time a
14. pad is touched a BEEP and plugged into the electrical outlet will sound to acknowledge the touch 4 The oven automatically cooks on full power unless set to a lower power level WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART The power level is set by pressing the power level pads The chart shows the display the power level the percentage of power and wattage for each power level Approximate Percentage Touch Power Level Pad Power Level Display of Power Wattage 13 CONTROLS When the oven is first plugged in the display will flash 0 and a beep will sound If the power supply is interrupted the display will flash 0 when power is restored Setting the clock 1 Touch Clock Auto Start pad stage defrost auto 2 weight time start ti LAL tl lock no cups This is a 12 hour clock system 2 Touch Clock Auto Start pad once more Auto stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start Start lock no cups This is a 24 hour clock system Note This oven has a multiple clock system If you want a 12 hour clock system the 24 hour clock can be omitted at this stage 14 3 Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence DDD stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start lock no cups The display will then begin blinking 4 Touch Clock Auto Start pad Auto Start The display stops blinking and the colon starts blinking If you selected 12 hour cloc
15. tbsp of water cover Microwave on power level HI for 10 minutes stir and leave to stand for 3 minutes Mix ingredients in a glass basin Microwave on power level HI for 2 minutes until porridge boils reduce to power level 6 and cook for 4 minutes stir and leave to stand for 3 minutes Cream together fat and sugar beat in eggs fold in sieved flour Place mixture in a greased and base lined 17 5cm 7in souffl dish and stand on an upturned saucer Microwave on power level HI for 4 minutes Leave to stand for 5 minutes before turning out 31 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Refer to following checklist you may prevent an unnecessary service call The oven doesn t work 1 Check that the power cord is securely plugged in 2 Check that the door is firmly closed 3 Check that the cooking time is set 4 Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house Sparking in the cavity 1 Check that utensils are not metal containers or dishes with metal trim 2 Check that metal skewers do not touch the interior walls lf there is still a problem notify the nearest Spares Centre listed on the back page DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE OVEN YOURSELF PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE 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
16. the thickest or densest area away from areas such as fat and bone Never leave the thermometer in food during cooking unless it is approved for microwave oven use Standing time see page 28 Always allow standing time after microwave cooking defrosting Standing time is part of the microwave cooking process it is not an optional extra If you do not leave microwaved food to stand for the time stated in the recipe there is a chance that it will not be properly cooked Turn over rearrange and stir It is important to turn or rearrange food and if possible stir it during microwave cooking lf you don t do this some parts of it may be undercooked or not properly defrosted Bacteria l Select store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimise the spread of foodborne bacteria Cook chilled food When reheating Cook Chilled Food ensure the food is piping hot and if in doubt extend the heating time declared by the Food Manufacturer Sterilising Do not sterilise baby feeding bottles in microwave ovens as air bubbles can get trapped causing incomplete sterilisation Sterilising solution should not be heated in a microwave oven It is essential to wash meat poultry products and the cooking utensil before cooking immediately after defrosting It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
17. until the number in the display is the same as the quantity of items you wish to cook BAKED POTATO e 1 potato ea Touch BAKED POTATO once e 2 potatoes ea Touch BAKED POTATO twice within 1 5 seconds e 3 potatoes ea Touch BAKED POTATO three times within 1 5 seconds 1 Touch the Baked Potato pad stage defrost auto Baked 1 2 weight time start Potato i lock no cups g Vv When you touch BAKED POTATO pad 1 is displayed After the 1 5 seconds the display changes into the cooking time for that quantity and the oven starts cooking 22 FROZEN PIZZA Note 1 Use only one frozen pizza at a time 2 Use only frozen pizza for microwave oven 3 If the cheese of frozen pizza does not melt sufficientiy cook a few seconds longer 4 Some brands of frozen pizza may require more or less cooking time e 200g Touch FROZEN PIZZA once e 300g Touch FROZEN PIZZA twice within 1 5 seconds 1 Touch the Frozen Pizza pad stage defrost auto Frozen 1 2 weight time stari Pizza lock no cups When you touch FROZEN PIZZA pad 200 is displayed After the 1 5 seconds the display changes into cooking time for that quantity and the oven starts cooking Ca WEIGHT DEFROSTING WEIGHT DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time The minimum weight for WEIGHT DEFROST is 200 grams The maximum weight for WEIGHT DEFROST is 3000 grams
18. 00g 402 caster sugar 2 eggs 100g 402 self raising flour aoa Fei gt P Wash potatoes and prick them using a fork Wrap potatoes in kitchen paper and microwave on power level HI for 7 minutes turning after half the cooking time After cooking leave to stand wrapped in tin foil shiny side in Place all ingredients in a buttered 2 litre 5 pint glass basin Microwave on power level HI for 6 minutes reduce to power level 4 and cook for 30 minutes stir after half the cooking time breaking the rice down with a fork stand for 5 minutes Microwave on programme 4 1 minute 30 seconds leave to stand for 2 minutes Add 500m 1 pint water to mix stir well and cover Microwave on power level HI for 34 4 minutes stirring half way through cooking time leave to stand for 3 minutes Place soup in a suitable container and cover Microwave on power level HI for 24minutes stirring half way through cooking time Leave to stand for 3 minutes Put oil and water in a 2 litre 5 pint microwavable bowl and microwave on power level HI for 10 minutes until boiling Add pasta and microwave on power level HI for 4 minutes reduce to power level 2 and cook for 8 minutes Stir and leave to stand for 5 minutes Place prepared carrots in a suitable bowl and add 4 tbsp water cover Microwave on power level HI for 10 minutes stir and leave to stand for 3 minutes Place prepared broccoli in a suitable bowl and add 6
19. DERNEY D A Walters 32 High Street Tel 01481 822686 ISLE OF MAN Service provided by Agents Normal Guarantees apply and certain Extended Warranty Schemes are available from Partingtons 64 Duke St Douglas Tel 01624 673233 B Pascoe Tromode Works Cronkbourne Village Douglas Tel 01624 676066 Manx Electricity Authority PO Box 177 Victoria Rd St Douglas Tel 01624 625811 SHETLAND ORKNEY AND WESTERN ISLES Service provided by Agents Normal Guarantees apply but Service Schemes are not available SHETLAND Robertson amp Peterson Fort Road Lerwick Tel 01595 692557 ORKNEYS Refrigeration Sales and Service Hatstone Ind Estate Kirkwall Tel ee 875457 WESTERN ISLES NB McCleod Church Street Stornoway Iste of Lewis Tel 01891 705555 OTHER ISLANDS Local Hydro Shops EXCEPT ARRAN BUTE AND SKYE Which are covered by Hotpoint In accordance with its policy of progressive product design the Company reserves the right to alter specifications Hotpoint Ltd Peterborough PE2 9JB England Printed in England J95 Hotpoint Microwave Oven User Handbook stage dsfrost oto t Z waightime stat Model MW12P CONTENTS introduction Specifications Installation Instructions Important Safety Instructions Know Your Microwave Oven Features of your Appliance Operation Procedure How to Set the Oven Controls Setting the clock Weight defrosting Time defrosting Cooking in stage one Cooking
20. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting 1 Touch Auto Defrost pad Auto stage defrost auto 2 weight time start CO 1 Defrost lock no cups The WEIGHT DEFROST indicator lights and 0 is displayed and the g grams indicator starts blinking 2 Touch the number pads for the defrosting weight you want Hoa stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start A lock no cups The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched 3 Touch START pad WEIGHT DEFROSTING begins The defrosting time is automatically determined by the weight in grams entered The g indicator goes off and the WEIGHT DEFROST indicator blinks and the defrosting time counts down in the display window The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged When the defrosting time ends you will hear 3 beeps Note To prevent over defrosting thin areas or edges can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil 15 TIME DEFROSTING When TIME DEFROST is selected the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off 1 Touch AUTO DEFROST pad Auto stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start CO Defrost lock no cups The WEIGHT DEFROST indicator lights and 0 is displayed and the g indicator starts blinking 2 Touch AUTO DEFROST pad once more Auto stage de
21. Hotpoint Service and Spares FOR SERVICE If you have a problem with your appliance ring our Nationalcall Service 0541 500 500 You will automatically be connected to your nearest local Service Office 364 days a year service call booking Same day next day service e Repairs fully guaranteed for 12 months Five year parts guarantee from purchase date FOR GENERAL ENQUIRIES Each Service Office has a Helo Desk to answer general or technical enquiries about your appliance Simply ring the Nationalcall Number above and ask for the Help Desk FOR SPARES AND ACCESSORIES Contact your Spares Centre for prices and availability Telephone numbers for spares enquiries for the various regions are listed below Service Offices are open between 8 00am 8 00pm Monday to Friday 8 00am 6 00pm on Saturdays and 10 00am 4 00pm Sundays Spares Centres and Help Desks are open between 8 00am 5 00pm Monday Friday and 8 00am 12 30pm on Saturdays m Service Office and Spares Centre Service Office only LONDON E HARROW Unit 10 Crystal Way Harrow Middx HA1 2HP For Spares Enquiries 0181 863 4113 MIDLANDS NORTH WALES E ALDRIDGE Westgate Aldridge W Midlands WS9 8UX For Spares Enquiries 01922 743377 E NOTTINGHAM Ashling Street Nottingham NG2 3JB For Spares Enquiries 0115 9860387 NORTH E WETHERBY Sandbeck Lane Wetherby L22 4TW For Spares Enquiries 01937 581221 W MANCHESTER 44 46 Station Rd Heaton Mersey
22. Q A zO accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it Is it damaged We do not recommend operating the microwave oven without any food However running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven Can I open the door when the oven is operating The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation Microwave energy will be instantly switched off and the time setting will be maintained until the door is closed Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed No Both the glass tray and roller guide must be positioned correctly in the oven before cooking My microwave oven causes interference with my TV Is this normal Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers vacuums blow dryers etc It does not indicate a problem with your oven How can we know whether the microwave is generated or not Microwave is generated only when the door is closed and a programme has been selected Why does my oven light dim When cooking with a power other than HIGH the oven must cycle to obtain the lower power levels The oven light dims and clicking noises can be heard when the oven cycles When I turn on my oven there is noise coming from the glass tray This noise occurs when the roller guide and oven bottoms are dirty Frequent cle
23. age programmable cooking Smart control panel with flat membrane electronic touch control keys Tone signal sounds when a key is touched to confirm operation Electronic digital clock with accurate timer for each stage Automatic quick defrosting function provided Delay start cooking available up to 59 minutes 99 seconds Small cooking cavity for family size meals Painted steel cavity for ease of cleaning Automatic oven light and see through door window allow monitoring of the cooking process INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO EXAMINE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN AFTER UNPACKING 1 Take all of the packing material from inside the oven where fitted remove the protective film from the painted outer cabinet and from the control panel touch pad DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE CLEAR PLASTIC SCREEN FITTED TO THE INSIDE OF THE OVEN DOOR SEE PAGE 11 REF 6 2 Check the oven for any damage If you notice any damage please do not use it contact your dealer WHERE TO PLACE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Place the oven on a flat and level surface strong enough to take the weight plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked IMPORTANT NOTE Take care when lifting the oven it is heavy The oven must not be located in areas where heat and moisture are generated and not near to easily combustible materials eg curtains Do not install the oven in a humid place where it could damage the oven e Do not store or us
24. aning of these parts should eliminate or reduce the noise Q Why does steam accumulate on the oven A door During cooking steam is given off from the food Most of the steam is removed from the oven by the air which circulates in the oven cavity However some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the oven door This is normal Sometimes warm air comes from the oven vents Why The heat given off from the cooking food warms the air in the oven cavity This warmed air is carried out of the oven by the air flow pattern in the oven There are no microwaves in the air The oven vents should never be blocked during cooking Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door No The metal screen bounces back the energy to the oven cavity The holes are made to allow light to pass through They do not let microwave energy pass through 29 MICROWAVE COOKING TECHNIQUES cont Microwave cooking techniques You also need to know the important techniques for microwave cooking The important techniques of the food are Quality of the food 1 As microwaves will cook quickly when roasting meat better cuts should be used 2 More economical cuts are recommended to be cooked by casseroling stewing pot roasting 3 Vegetables and fish should be as fresh as possible to obtain best results The starting temperature 1 Cold food takes longer to cook than food at room temperature 2 Recipes as
25. d during cooking wherever possible for example casseroles so that the hot food on the outside is mixed with the cooler food 2 Turn joints of meat or poultry over halfway through their cooking time to ensure even cooking Standing time This is an essential part of the l NN cooking time to ensure food is completely cooked This standing time allows the heat to spread evenly through the food All food needs to stand and the amount of standing time you should allow is usually given in the recipe However as a rough guide you should stand food for about a third to a half of the cooking time So for example if you cooked some food for 12 minutes you should let it stand for between 4 6 minutes approx Food defrosted in the microwave oven must also be left to stand IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont To avoid misuse by children 1 Children should not be allowed to operate or remove items from the oven 2 Leaning or swinging Do not allow anyone to lean or swing on the oven door And do not allow anyone to play with the oven Other warnings 1 Repair It is very dangerous for anyone other than a service technician trained by the manufacturer to perform a repair or service of the oven Never adjust or repair the oven by yourself and never allow anyone who is not a trained service technician to do so 2 Modification Never attempt to modify the oven in any way 3 Working Do not operate the oven if it is not w
26. e the oven outdoors ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED REFER TO RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CHECK THAT THE APPLIANCE VOLTAGE CORRESPONDS WITH THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE Applicable only if the moulded plug is removed The flexible mains lead must be correctly connected as below to a three pin plug of not less than 13amp capacity You must use a 3 pin plug which should be marked with the number BS1363 and it should be fitted with a BROWN coloured 13amp fuse marked with the number BS1362 We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that can be switched off when the machine is not in use IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE NOTE CE marking certifies that this appliance complies with the requirements laid down in EEC Directive 89 336 Electromagnetic compatibility and subsequent modifications and Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Hotpoint Service Cover Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back Hotpoint gives you a unique Satisfaction Guaranteed promise valid for ninety days after you have purchased your Hotpoint product If there is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance just call Hotpoint Service see back page If necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this
27. ensils for microwave cooking you must check that they are suitable Instructions on what kind of dishes and utensils are suitable are found on page 26 4 Browning dish Should you wish to use a browning dish we would suggest that a heat proof plate be placed between turntable and browning dish in order to prevent the glass turntable and roller guide from damage by heat stress It is important that the recommended preheating time of the dish should not be exceeded 5 Self heating material Do not place self heating materials directly onto the turntable see browning dish above 6 Metal Metal utensils should NOT be used for MICROWAVE cooking Metal reflects microwave energy and may cause an electrical discharge known as arcing f metal such as aluminium foil is used for a special purpose it must never come into contact with the oven walls during operation because they may get damaged The distance to the oven walls must be kept to at least 2cm 7 Canned food Never heat cans of food in the microwave oven see Metal above 8 Turntable For all operations the roller guide should be correctly installed on the coupling and the turntable should be correctly placed upon it If you do not do so the turntable may not turn or may rattle as a result it may damage the oven If you operate the oven without the above accessories the food will not be heated thoroughly IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont NOTE I
28. for warming food in Straw and wood are not high temperature resistant material therefore excessive over heating of these materials may cause a fire in your microwave oven fic frani f eaii Thin plastic straw and wood 4 therefore excessive over heating of this material paper towel SSI may cause a fire in your microwave oven not re cycled Reflects microwaves so cannot pass into the food and may Cause arcing l E A Only suitable for warming food in Can also be crumpled Cy up and used to absorb fat and splashes when you cook Kitchen Seo YES bacon Paper is not high temperature resistant material a l se You can use small pieces of foil to stop overheating of eo parts of foods you are cooking But you should not z l use large pieces of foil as microwaves are reflected by OSW A metal and they must not touch the walls of the oven to SAA avoid arcing Preferably take food out of foil trays and place in a l microwave proof dish Where microwavable covering or Foil and foil container YES NO no lid fitted always remember to stir the product boing cee a a ie 1 Safety interlock system 5 Safety door latches When door is closed Foil board lids must not be used and must always be 7 2 Digital display Time of day clock it will automatically lock Up f removed before heating in microwave oven programmed cooking time and power levels If door is opened while oven is operating Do no
29. frost auto CO 1 2 weight time start Defrost lock no cups The TIME DEFROST indicator lights and 0 is displayed 3 Touch the number pads for the defrosting time you want DOOM stage defrost auto 2 weight time start lock no cups The display wili show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched Note Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds 59 99 16 4 Touch START pad Career When you touch START pad the TIME DEFROST indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the TIME DEFROST mode The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the TIME DEFROST mode The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged When the defrosting time ends you will hear 3 beeps Note To prevent over defrosting thin areas or edges can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil 30 SECOND BOOST 30 SECOND BOOST allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100 full power by simply touching the 30 SECOND BOOST pad By repeatedly touching the 30 SECOND BOOST pad you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes in 30 second stages 1 Touch 30 SECOND BOOST Pad stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start IU lock no cups g When you touch 30 SECOND BOOST 30 is displayed After 1 5 seconds the oven starts reheating 21 TO CHECK AUTO START TIME Once you have correctly programmed the o
30. g This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid To help prevent this happening the following steps should be followed 1 Avoid straight sided containers with narrow tops or necks 2 Do not overheat 3 Stir the liquid before placing the container in oven and again halfway through the heating time 4 After heating allow to stand in the oven for a short time stir again before carefully removing the container 3 Eggs Never cook eggs in their shells Steam will build up inside the shell during cooking and the egg will explode If you want to cook or reheat eggs which have not been broken up by scrambling or mixing you must always pierce the yolks or these will also explode You should slice shelled hard boiled eggs before you reheat them in your microwave oven 4 Piercing Always pierce food which has a skin or membrane for example potatoes tomatoes apples sausages etc If you don t pierce them steam will build up inside and they may explode IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont Guidelines to destroying To avoid burning 1 2 7 Do not heat baby foods feeds in a microwave oven The container may feel cool but the contents could be scalding hot Oven gloves Always use dry good quality oven gloves 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 Face and hands Avoid steam
31. hone 0800 716356 This covers you for all repairs during the period of cover which can be from 1 to 4 years Service Cover also includes loss of food up to the value of 250 in refrigeration appliances There is also an option of Service Cover with Maintenance at an additional cost This includes an annual Electrical and Safety check and replacement of any parts as necessary Kitchen Cover An annual payment covers you for all repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances which are less than ten years old It also covers the cost of loss of food up to 250 in our refrigeration and freezer products There is also the option of Kitchen Cover with Maintenance at an additional cost Any additional Hotpoint appliances purchased after you have joined Hotpoint Kitchen Cover will automatically be included during the annual period of cover without further charge Appliance Registration To ensure that you have the opportunity to benefit from any of the above Service Schemes and other offers you should complete and return immediately the Appliance Registration Form Questionnaire supplied with this appliance Full details and costs of our Service Schemes together with an application form will be sent to you at the end of the first year of the guarantee Annual Safety Maintenance Checks Hotpoint strongly recommends that all its appliances are regularly checked for electrical and mechanical safety whether or not they are covered by a Service Plan
32. in two stages Auto Start To check Auto Start Time 30 Second Boost One Touch Cooking Baked Potatoes and Pizza Beverage Vegetables Plate Warming more less Cleaning and Maintenance Cooking Utensils Cooking Techniques Questions and Answers Before Calling for Service Recipes Hotpoint Service Cover Hotpoint Service Spares 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Back Cover Examine the oven after unpacking for any damage such as A misaligned door Broken door A dent in cavity If any of the above are visible DO NOT INSTALL and notify dealer immediately Do not operate the oven if it is colder than room temperature This may occur during delivery in cold weather Allow the oven to come to room temperature before operating Introduction This instruction book has been carefully designed to help you get the most out of your new microwave oven You will find that it will take you a little time to become familiar with the functions and facilities which your oven offers you By taking the time to read these instructions and by following them carefully you will learn more quickly and make fewer mistakes than if you try to manage without reading them What the instruction book is designed to do The purpose of this instruction book is to show you what your oven can do It will help you to understand the control panel and all the functions of the oven It takes you through all the different things you can do in easy steps
33. k system this digital clock allows you to set from 1 00 to 12 59 If you selected 24 hour clock system this digital clock allows you to set from 0 00 to 23 59 Note If you attempt to enter an incorrect time the time will not be set and an error signal tone will sound Touch the CLOCK AUTO START pad and re enter the time ONE TOUCH COOKING cont HOT DRINKS 250ml cup mug e 1 cup mug Touch HOT DRINKS once 2 cups mugs Touch HOT DRINKS twice within 1 5 seconds e 3 cups mugs Touch HOT DRINKS three times within 1 5 seconds Note 1 This setting is good for reheating cooled drinks 2 Stir after cooking 1 Touch the Hot Drinks pad stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start i lock no cups g When you touch HOT DRINKS pad 1 is displayed After the 1 5 seconds the display changes into cooking time of quantity and the oven starts cooking Ww FRESH VEGETABLES e 200g Touch VEGETABLES once e 300g Touch VEGETABLES twice within 1 5 seconds 1 Touch the Vegetables pad stage defrost auto Vegetables 1 2 weight time start 2 00 lock no cups When you touch VEGETABLES pad 2 00 is displayed After the 1 5 seconds the display changes into cooking time of quantity and the oven starts cooking 23 ONE TOUCH COOKING ONE TOUCH COOKING allows you to cook or reheat many of your favourite foods by touching just one pad To increase the quantity touch the chosen pad
34. liance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N coloured black or blue The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red or brown When wiring the plug ensure that all strands of wire are securely retained in each terminal Do not forget to tighten the mains lead sheath clamp Like most appliances in your house your oven must be connected to a single phase 230 Volt 50Hz alternating current supply If your electricity supply point has only two pin socket outlets or if you are in doubt consult a qualified electrician If you do not make the proper electrical connections you will damage your microwave oven and possibly injure yourself Neither the manufacturer nor the supplier is liable if this happens MOULDED PLUGS Should it be necessary to remove a moulded on plug from the mains cable it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable replacement The moulded plug cannot be used for any other appliance therefore remove the fuse and dispose immediately and safely to prevent anyone especially children from p
35. lugging it in to a wall socket which will create a safety hazard Should the mains lead ever require replacement it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualified electrician and should only be replaced with a flexible cord obtained from the manufacturer Applicable only if a moulded plug is fitted After replacement of a fuse in the plug the fuse cover must be refitted If the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words in the base of the plug recess or elsewhere on the plug Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse cover Only 13amp replacement fuses which are ASTA approved to BS1362 should be fitted The socket must be readily accessible to allow easy removal of the plug in an emergency When removing the plug from the wall socket always grip the plug and never pull out by the mains lead as this will damage the mains lead and the connections inside the plug Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot surfaces or sharp edges Do not immerse power supply cord or plug in water Do insert the plug into the socket completely otherwise the plug may become overheated and catch fire Do not connect another appliance to the same socket
36. m 4 plates press the Plate 1 PLATE WARM button twice Warm To warm 6 plates press the PLATE WARM button three times 1 Press the Plate Warm pad stage defrost auto 2 weight time start Note 1 Wet all plates with cold water before eR ce pracing in microwave When you press the PLATE WARM button 2 2 Use the appropriate plates or is displayed corresponding to 2 plates utensils for microwave Pressing again will change the quantity to 4 or 6 plates After 1 5 seconds the oven will operate When plate warming is complete you will hear three beeps 3 Plates will be hot after microwave Use oven gloves to handle the plates MORE LESS MORE pad adds from 10 seconds to 20 seconds LESS pad deducts from 10 seconds to 20 seconds These pads only work on one touch cooking and plate warm mode This will only operate when a time has already been set CHILD SAFETY LOCK The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation eg by small children To set press STOP CLEAR for 3 seconds LOCK indicator lights To cancel press STOP CLEAR for 3 seconds LOCK indicator goes off TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING 1 Press STOP CLEAR pad e You can restart the oven by touching START pad e Touch STOP CLEAR once more to erase all instructions e You must enter in new instructions 2 Open the door e You can restart the oven by closing the door and touching START Note The oven stops operating when the door is
37. n Allows viewing of food The screen is designed so that light can pass through but not the microwaves Time set pad Used to set the cooking time and the present time 12 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Zr _ FEATURES OF YOUR APPLIANCE defrost auto weight tima start stage 2 11 13 16 12 14 17 15 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 Display Cooking time power level present time are displayed 30 Second Boost Touch to set to any desired reheat setting Baked Potato Used to bake potatoes Hot Drinks Used to heat and reheat beverages Plate Warming Frozen Pizza Used to reheat frozen pizza Vegetables Used to cook fresh vegetables More Used to add to one touch cooking Less Used to remove from one touch cooking see page 24 High Used to set power level M High Used to set power level Med Used to set power level M Low Used to set power level Low Used to set power level Auto defrost Used to defrost frozen foods Clock Auto Start Used to set clock and used to set auto start Stop Clear Used to stop the oven operation or to delete the cooking data Start Used to start a selected operation CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Switch Off and remove plug from socket It is easier to clean the microwave oven than a conventional cooker a
38. nd another power level for a different length of time Your microwave oven can be set to change from one to another 1 Touch the power level pad for the power level you want from HIGH M HIGH MED M LOW and LOW in the second stage stage defrost auto 2 weight time start 1 A lock no cups The STAGE 1 indicator lights and P HI is displayed The display will show what you touched This example shows power level HIGH Note If this step is omitted the oven will cook at full power 2 Touch number pads for the cooking time you want in the first stage ODW stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time starn lock no cups The STAGE 1 indicator lights and the display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched This example shows 5 minutes 30 seconds at full power 3 Touch the power level pad for the power level you want among HIGH M HIGH MED M LOW and LOW in the second stage CM High gt stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start lock no cups The STAGE 2 indicator lights and P 80 is displayed The display will show what you touched 18 4 Touch the number pads for the cooking time you want in the second stage CCC stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start lock no cups The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched This example shows 4 minutes 20 seconds at power level M HIGH 5 Touch START pad staat gt When you touch START pad both
39. nformation you need to know 1 Guarantee claim see guarantee card In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period you will need to provide proof of date of purchase to the repairing company Please keep your invoice or receipt which is supplied at the time of purchase 2 Turntable The turntable will rotate in either direction The rotary direction of the turntable may change every time you start the oven The direction of rotation of the turntable does not affect the performance of the oven 3 Oven light The oven light comes on only when the oven is in operation 4 Rack When defrosting and or cooking meat we recommend the use of a microwave proof roasting rack and dish This will help to prevent spillage of the juices into the cavity 5 Steam Sometimes food with a high moisture content may give off a lot of steam during cooking This is quite normal 6 Microwave oven wattage Due to the adoption of the IEC705 power rating you may find that when following old cook book timings which have not been rated to IEC705 they may require adjustment Either increase or decrease the cooking time according to the condition of the food 7 Door seal The door seal stops microwaves from leaking out of the oven during cooking but it does not form an airtight seal This means that you may sometimes see drops of water light or feel warm air coming out from around the door This is quite normal and
40. or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door to 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 30 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont To avoid damage to your oven 1 Visual check Check the oven carefully for any signs of damage Pay particular attention to a The door make sure the door closes properly and make sure it is not misaligned or warped b The hinges and safety door latches check and make sure they are not broken or loose c The door seals and seal surfaces make sure that they have not been damaged d Inside the oven cavity or on the door check to be certain that there are no dents or damaged surfaces if there is any damage please do not operate the oven Contact your dealer or an authorised service agent because the damaged oven may cause leakage of microwaves Oven cavity Door seals and Seal surfaces Safety door latches It is dangerous for this oven to be adjusted or repaired by anyone except a properly qualified service technician trained by the manufact
41. orking properly 4 Moving Never attempt to move the oven while it is operating 5 Purpose Only use the microwave oven for cooking defrosting or heating of food This product is not suitable for any other use 6 Domestic use Please note that the microwave oven is designed for domestic use The oven is not suitable for commercial industrial or laboratory use The manufacturer declines any liability for damages caused by improper use 7 Keep clean Please clean your microwave oven regularly and remove any stains or fat residues without delay Failure to do this may affect the quality and safety of the product or prejudice your guarantee 8 Plastic wrap Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for cooking and heating It is recommended that the plastic wrap does not touch food because it may melt Vent plastic wrap so steam can escape 9 Installation Never install the oven at a height where a hazard could be created when removing hot food and liquids CAUTION To reduce the possibility of trouble with the oven or damaging it 1 Ventilation a Do not block the air vent openings of the oven b When water or food drops into the inside of the oven through the air vent openings stop the oven immediately unplug it and call for the service agent 2 Empty oven Never use the microwave function with an empty oven as it will damage the oven 3 Checking utensils Before you use any dishes or ut
42. re non metallic and can then heat the food inside the container Information about the best type of dishes to use is given on page 26 3 Microwaves are reflected by metal which is why the oven is lined with metal and there is a fine metal mesh in the door This will make sure that there is no danger of the microwaves leaking out 27 _ MICROWAVE COOKING UTENSILS a KNOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Microwave cooking utensils You can use a variety of cookware in your microwave oven as long as it allows microwaves to pass through into the food You should try and choose round or oval dishes rather than square or oblong ones It is very easy to overcook food in the corners of square dishes if they are not shielded during microwave cooking and defrosting Ovenproof glass 40 ideal for cooking reheating and defrosting a ideal for cooking reheating and defrosting Microwave EAA i plastic wrap Se ok YES Microwave bags You should always pierce the bags or wraps to let the steam out Roasting bags Do not use metal ties to fasten the bags Most oven proof china and ceramic dishes are suitable as long as they do not have any gold or silver decoration YES NO Oven Door Push button Door Open These metallic decorations will cause the microwaves to arc flash This may cause damage to both your oven and your china Do not use antique dishes Glass Turntable Turntable Roller Guide China and ceramics heat resistant Only suitable
43. s oven surfaces are flat and cool The daily cleaning procedure is as follows Make sure the oven is turned off before cleaning any part Interior 1 Do not allow grease soil and splashes to build up A build up of grease or food particles on the oven interior can result in damage to the oven as well as loss of cooking power 2 Use only a mild detergent water and a soft cloth to clean the door surface and interior DO NOT use scouring pads powder or other abrasive materials 3 To loosen stubborn food particles place a measuring cup filled with water on the turntable Operate the oven until the water boils the steam will help loosen any stubborn particles 4 Odours can be eliminated from the inside of the oven by boiling a solution of one cup of water and several tablespoons of lemon juice in the oven for 5 7 minutes 5 Ensure that the oven door seal and front rim of the oven are kept clean and free from soil 6 Wipe excess moisture from the inside of the oven including the door and door seal AFTER EACH USE Note The moisture on the inside of your microwave oven is normal and nothing to worry about It is caused by the steam from the cooking food coming into contact with the cool oven surface Never Pour Water into the Oven As a safety measure frequently wipe the inner oven door seal The turntable is removable To clean spills remove and wash in sink or dishwasher Periodic cleaning under the turntable
44. sume that food has been stored at its normal storage temperature eg fish and chicken from a fridge vegetables and soup at room temperature The density 1 Dense or solid foods eg whole potatoes will take longer to cook than less dense foods eg fresh peas The composition 1 Food with high fat or sugar content will heat more aa quickly than food with a lower content LAET 2 Take care when you reheat mee mince pies and Christmas pudding which are both high in sugar and fat Size and shape 1 This affects the overall cooking times 2 When cooking more than one of a particular food eg jacket potatoes choose items of the same size so they cook evenly 3 If different sized items are cooked together uneven cooking will occur The arrangement 1 Arrange food so that the thickest part is towards the outside of the dish 2 A good example is chicken drumsticks where the thinner bony ends won t require as much cooking as the thicker ends 28 Covering 1 Certain types of food benefit from being covered during microwave cooking 2 Covering will prevent splattering and help foods cook evenly 3 Use a lid or microwave plastic wrap Piercing 1 Always pierce foods which have a skin or membrane These include eggs potatoes tomatoes apples sausages aubergines 2 If you don t pierce them steam will build up inside and they may explode Stirring and turning i 1 Always either stir or turn foo
45. t place any empty foil container in a microwave Hawn ners magnetron will immediately stop operating oven i If the microwave oven has been used to reheat a product 3 Oven cavity 6 Door screen Centre section allows user for more than 15 minutes allow the glass turntable to ik h to view the food during cooking Do not cool before using again 4 Door seal Door seal keeps the remove Care should be exercised when removing any lid or microwaves within the oven cavity and 7 Cabinet covering from heated food as hot steam may escape prevents microwave leakage Cabinet Note If you are not sure if a dish is suitable to use ask the dish manufacturer 26 11 10 Door latch When the door is closed it will automatically lock shut If the door is opened while the oven is operating The magnetron will automatically shut off Door seal The coor seal maintains the microwave within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage Oven cavity Spatter shield Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of cooking foods Safety interlock system Prevents the oven from operating while the door is opened Door release button Pushing this button stops oven operation and opens the door Glass cooking tray Made of special heat resistant glass The tray must always be in the proper position before operating Do not cook food directly on the tray Roller guide Supports the glass cooking tray Door scree
46. urer 2 Door a Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open It is important not to deface or tamper with the safety door latches as it could result in exposure to microwave energy with the door open b Do not operate the oven with any object caught in the door seal between the oven front face and the oven door as this may cause microwaves to leak out c Never allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seal and sealing surfaces as this may stop the door working correctly and may cause microwaves to leak out Wipe the seals and door regularly with a damp cloth preferably before splashes and grease become dried on to the surface To avoid electric shock 1 Outer cabinet Never remove the outer cabinet it is very dangerous because there are some high voltage parts inside which can be fatal if touched 2 Holes Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of the door latches or air vent openings It may Cause an electric shock or damage the oven To avoid explosion and sudden boiling 1 Lids Always remove the lids of jars foil containers and takeaway food containers before you microwave them If you don t steam and pressure might build up inside and cause an explosion even after the microwave cooking has stopped 2 Liquids Warning When heating liquids eg soups Sauces and beverages in your microwave oven overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without the evidence of bubblin
47. using an adaptor as it may cause the house wiring to become overheated and may catch fire f the plug or socket is loose or if the power supply cord is damaged do not operate the oven and contact your dealer or an authorised service agent The defective plug power supply cord or socket may become hot and catch fire during operation or cause electrical shock _ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL It ls recommended that the microwave oven is attended during the cooking stages Exceeding the cooking time and too high a power level leads to overheating of food which may burn and cause a risk of fire WARNING To avoid fire damage to your oven burns electric shock or injury To avoid fire 1 2 3 Attendance It is recommended that the microwave oven is attended during the cooking operations Times and power Follow the instructions in the attached cookery book supplied Exceeding the specified cooking times and or the incorrect programming of a microwave power setting could result in overheating of the item of food and in extreme circumstances the risk of burning your food and damage to the oven Care should be taken when cooking or heating foods with a high sugar or fat content such as Christmas pudding mince pies and fruit cakes Risk of fire In the case of overheating the item of food if the food smokes or burns because of overheating the following procedure must be carried out 1 Keep the oven door
48. ven for AUTO START the present time will appear on the display 1 Touch the CLOCK AUTO START pad Auto Start The programmed AUTO START time will appear on the display for 3 seconds 20 COOKING IN STAGE ONE 1 Touch the power level pad for the power level you want from HIGH M HIGH MED M LOW and LOW CHigh gt stage defrost auto 2 weight time start 1 A D I lock no cups The STAGE 1 indicator lights and P HI is displayed The display will show what you touched This example shows power level HIGH Note If this step is omitted the oven will cook at full power 2 Touch number pads for the cooking time CECH stage defrost auto 1 2 weight time start lock no cups The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched Note Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes and 99 seconds 59 99 3 Touch START pad Carant gt When you touch START pad the STAGE 1 indicator starts blinking to show the oven is cooking The display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left When the cooking time ends you will hear 3 beeps Note If you choose to use a lower power level from that indicated when cooking recipes with cheese and milk or the slow cooking of meat you may need to increase the cooking time from that recommended 17 COOKING IN TWO STAGES For the best results some recipes call for one power level for a certain length of time a
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