Frigidaire MWV150KW Owner's Guide
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1. Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIV2. 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 OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED I NTO THE LIQUID 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 m
3. 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 Potato 2 Press START pad 7 The microwave will beep when finished Notes e Before cooking pierce potatoes with fork several times e After cookings let potatoes stand for 5 minutes 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 18 1 2 3 cups 8 02 16 oz 24 oz Use a microwave safe measuring cup or mug do not cover Place the beverage in 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 COOKI NG CHARTS Cooking meat in your microwave Be sure to place prepared meats on a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave saf
4. 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 without 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 no
5. 11 mm ID Arrange fish on roasting rack with meaty portions towards the outside of Up to 1 Ibs 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 Ibs Power level 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 Ibs Power level 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 A CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage wear The oven ventilation exhaust filters should be removed and cleaned often generally at least once every month A CAUTION gloves when replacing the light bulbs To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do 1 Unplug the microwave oven or turn off power at the main circuit breaker not operate oven hood without filters properly in place 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screw
6. at light position under the microwave SK 3 Replace bulb with 30 watt appliance bulb Surface lights Front 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 SS 3 I SS SS SS E De gt OSI PRESSES SS RSIS SSS eetetetctelscclcce lle E GE KS III deefe Be DE EE ISSS SSS 0 settee Es SE EE EE Gebeess Geetbets E eeretstcccllccccces cscs EE Secs eves EE EE E SE SE SE GE SS SS e E ee Ge SS 3 NS SE SE 3 x Se SG SE SG s E SS SC Gs es ses ss 3 e S SE SG SS SG SS nee 2 ES Gi eee Ges eee aes ee 2 Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild detergent Rinse well and shake to dry Do not use ammonia or wash in a dishwasher 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 Di
7. below for future reference Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date NEED HELP Visit the Frigidaire Web Site at http www frigidaire com Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this 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 Save time and money Check the section titled Service Call Check This section helps you solve common problems that might occur If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back of this manual Or call Frigidaire Customer Services at 1 800 944 9044 24 hours a day 7 days a week 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 seali
8. cook food for 3 minutes at 80 power and then 50 power for 6 minutes 30 seconds 1 Press Cook Time Cook 2 Use the number pads to enter 3 0 0 heating time for the 1st stage cook See time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Press Power Level pad once Gase Level 4 Use the number keys to enter power 8 level for the 1st stage PL8 appears in the display 80 power 5 Press Cook Time pad for 2nd Cook stage 6 Use the number pads to enter Zo EasySet 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 Power stage 8 Use the number key to enter power 5 level for the 2nd stage PL5 appears in the display 50 power START 9 Press START pad ae Pause When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display Note Power level must always be programmed for first stage 100 10 Using the Pause key If at anytime your microwave recipe would require that the food be turned or require you to stop the microwave during the cooking process you may do so after starting the microwave with the START Pause pad To pause the microwave during cooking 1 Touch START Pause pad once START 2 Touch START Pause pad again to f STARI resume cooking Adding cook time Plus 30 sec This time saving feature will let you quickly add 30 seconds to any cook time already set when cooking at a 100 power level Th
9. 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 e Dry nuts or seeds in shells fruits amp and sausages so that steam escapes vegetables Popcorn e Use specially bagged popcorn for microwave cooking e Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls e Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow e 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 ev Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air tight steam and avoid burns eruption containers Stir liquids briskly before and after
10. 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 Surface Light On Off MANUAL COOKI NG 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 Stop than 3 seconds The Lock icon will appear in We the display window along with 2 beeps hold for 3 seconds Example to change the control lock from ON to OFF Touch and hold the Stop Cancel pad for Stop more than 3 seconds The Lock icon will orl disappear in the display window hold for 3 seconds Using EasySet 3 EasySet EasySet EasySet Microwave heating or cooking may be quickly set at 100 power level 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 EasySet Not
11. 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 Setting the timer Example setting timer for 5 minutes 1 Touch Timer pad once Timer 0 0 2 Enter desired time using number pads 5 Timer 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 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 Exhaust High Low off Note If the temperature gets too hot around the microwave oven the fan in the exhaust vent
12. 20 minutes 14 MANUAL COOKI NG Reheat The reheat feature provides 3 quick preset settings based on serving size to reheat food for your cooking convenience Example to reheat 24 ounces of food 8 ounces of food once 8 oz Reheat Category Press Display 16 ounces of food twice 16 oz 1 Press Reheat pad 3 times to reheat a 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 STARI Reheat cooking suggestions Reheat Directions Amount Dinnerplate 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 power levels available with this m
13. 22 and cancel If the oven is set for more than 40 minutes at 80 90 or 100 percent power level after the first 40 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking SPECI FI CATIONS Single phase 120V 60Hz AC only 1450W 13 5 amps for MWV150K W B CMWV150K W B 900 W 2450 MHz Class B Group2 29 88 W x 15 75 H x 15 04 D 19 76 W x 9 25 H x 14 37 D 1 5 Cu Ft Turntable Weight Approx net 55 1 Ib gross 62 8 Ib Work Night Light 1 bulbs 30w each incandescent light bulbs Oven Light 1 bulb 30w incandescent light bulbs The International Electrotechnical Commission s standardized method for measuring output wattage This test method is widely recognized This is the classification of ISM Industrial Scientific and Medical equipment described in the International Standard CISPR11 Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width depth and height Actual capacity for holding food is less In compliance with standards set by Federal Communications Commission Authorized USA or Canada Complies with Department of Health and Human Services DHHS rule CFR Title 21 Chapter 1 Subchapter J This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc for use in MAJ OR APPLI ANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION Your
14. ES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Service should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 Electrolux Home Products Inc 10200 David Taylor Drive Charlotte NC 28262 Hi Electrolux 1 800 265 8352 Electrolux Canada Corp 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga Ontario Canada L5V 3E4 Printed in China
15. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME amp CONGRATULATION ees 2 COOKINGICHARTS rresiaren enas 19 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 0 eee 2 OUNI gl CIE neo 21 PART NAMES seg 8 SERVICE CANACH E O 24 BEFORE RERAITIIN O ne einen 10 SPECI FI CAT ONS iii EE 24 MANUAL EIERUNG EE db WARRANTY eeneg EE 25 AUTO COOKING fj reeneeeeen EE 17 www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 zZLog Arenige SSOS679TE WELCOME amp CONGRATULATIONS Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 800 265 8352 Canada Please attach sales receipt here for future reference Congratulations on your purchase of a new microwave oven At Electrolux Home Products 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
16. age temperature Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than the same foods would at room temperature 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 Natural moisture Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy heats water molecules very efficiently 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 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 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 of the food items Wrapping in pape
17. appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty For one year from your original date of purchase Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures Products used in a commercial setting Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts
18. ation as shown in Figure 1 k NOTES 1 If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions consult a qualified electrician or service person 2 Neither Electrolux nor 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 LS S A Grounding Pin 3 Prong Receptacle Ground Receptacle Box Figure 1 Ground E Receptacle Opening for Power Cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency I nterference Statement U S A Only This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is 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
19. ay 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 e Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door if there is one 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 or ELECTROLUX SERVICER See Installation Instructions for more details Oven cavity Hinges Door seals and Safety door r sealing surfaces latches Wavegui
20. de cover GROUNDI NG I NSTRUCTI ONS 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 A 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 protected 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 loc
21. e the EasySet function cannot be set when using the Defrost by weight feature dech MANUAL COOKI NG Heating with high power level Example to heat for 5 minutes at 100 power 1 Press Cook Time pad Cook Time 2 Use the number pads to enter desired heating time cook time may 5 0 0 be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Touch START pad START 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 Cook Time 2 Use the number pads to enter desired 4 0 0 heating time cook time may be set up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Press Power Level pad once for Power power level 10 100 power 4 Use the number key to change the 7 power level to 7 PL7 appears in the display 70 power START 5 Press START pad d Pause When heating has finished you will hear beeps and Good will display 12 Heating with multiple cooking stages For best results some microwave recipes call for different power levels or different lengths of time for cooking Your microwave may be set to change from one stage to another automatically 2 stages maximum Example to
22. e 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 lb 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 a microwave safe roasting rack in a microwave safe dish Cover poultry with wax pape
23. e 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 23 SERVI CE CALL CHECK Please check the following before calling for service Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the microwave oven and close the door securely Operate the microwave oven for one minute at HIGH 100 A Does the microwave oven light come on ES NO B Does the cooling fan work Put your hand at top above Display YES Mo C Does the turntable rotate It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction YES NO D Is the water in the microwave oven warm YES Mo If NO is the answer to any of the above questions please check electrical outlet fuse and or circuit breaker If they are functioning properly CONTACT YOUR NEAREST ELECTROLUX AUTHORIZED SER L NOTES 1 If time appearing in the display is counting down VICER A microwave oven should never be serviced by a J do it yourself repair person OK FCC DHHS AC Line Voltage AC Power Required Output Power Frequency Outside Dimensions including handle Cavity Dimensions Microwave oven Capacity Cooking Uniformity very rapidly check Demonstration Mode on page
24. ent 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 latches Keep aluminum foil used for shielding at least 1 inch away from walls ceiling and door PART NAMES Microwave features Front View ee 8 Bottom View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Window Interlock system Door assembly Turntable ring assembly Turntable Shaft Turntable glass tray Control panel Ventilation openings on top Surface lights 10 Ventilation filters 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CONTROL PANEL Popcorn Reheat EasySet EasySe
25. 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 e Deep fat fry prevent boilovers e 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 recommended 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 fa
26. ically 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 avoid 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
27. icrowave 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 following suggestions below Stor
28. 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 Wash the oven door window with very 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 accumulat
29. is feature may only be used while cooking and with cook time remaining Each press of this pad will add 30 seconds to the cook time Example to add 1 minute of cook time at the default power level of 100 Press Plus 30 sec pad twice gplus MANUAL COOKI NG 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 Defrost Weight Time 2 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 1 0 EasySet START 3 Press START 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 Defrost VG J Weight Time 0 0 2 Use the number pads to enter desired defrost time defrost time may be set 5 up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds 3 Press START pad START Pause 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 willbe adversely affected Special notes for defrosti
30. ld 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 dishes 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 k 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 prev
31. low the foil to touch the oven cavity walls when defrosting Defrosting suggestions for meats For best results please read these suggestions when defrosting meats Meat Normal amount Suggestions 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 After each stage rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted Let stand for 10
32. ng by time e After pressing START Pause 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 Pause key to resume the defrost cycle e When heating has finished you will hear beeps 13 MANUAL COOKI NG Defrosting 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 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 food 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 al
33. ng 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 INSTRUCTIONS 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 A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USI NG e To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity A 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 l
34. ocate 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 damaged 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 Contact nearest Electrolux Authorized Servicer for examination repair or adjustment 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
35. r 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 Ap 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 Ab 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 Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting e Cook eggs just until set they will become tough if overcooked 19 COOKI NG CHARTS Cooking vegetables in your microwave e Vegetables should be washed just before cooking e When cooking cut vegetables always cover the dish with Rarely is extra water needed If dense vegetables such alid o
36. r 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 AUTO COOKI NG Popcorn Beverage A CAUTION The beverage feature heats 1 2 or 3 cups of beverage Use the table below to determine the setting to use e DO NOT leave micowave oven unattended while popping corn Amount Press beverage pad The popcorn feature lets you pop 3 different commercially 1 cup about 8 oz once default setting packaged microwave popcorn sized bags Use the table below to determine the setting to use 2 cups about 16 oz 2 times Amount Press popcorn pad 3 cups about 24 oz 3 times 1 75 oz default setting once Example to heat 1 cup of a beverage 3 0 oz 2times 1 Press Beverage pad 1 2 or 3 times T refer to table above to change number of 3 5 oz 3 times servings Example to pop a 3 0 oz bag of popcorn automatically 2 Press START pad START 1 Press Popcorn pad 1 2 or 3 times refer Pause 5 Popcorn eh The microwave will beep when finished 2 Press START pad START 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
37. r 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 For more 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 e 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 longer Seafood Cook time power level Directions Fishsteaks Cook time 7
38. sconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Over light replacement 1 To relace light bulb first disconnect power to the 5 Remove old light bulb and replace only with microwave oven at the circuit breaker panel or by equivalent 30 watt bulb available from parts unplugging distributor Bulbs are also available at most 2 Remove the vent grill mounting screws hardware stores or lighting centers 3 Pull the vent grill away from the unit t a Note DO NOT USE BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS 6 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 4 Open light cover located behind filter mounting by carefully pulling up on the front edge 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 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
39. t 4 5 7 8 0 Stop Cancel Exhaust High Low Off Beverage Defrost Weight Time Potato START Pause Surface Light On Off Gi Gi T Popcorn Beverage Potato 1 3 potatoes Reheat 3 different settings Defrost by time or weight EasySet 3 instant key settings numeric pads 0 thru 9 Clock Timer Cook Time Power Level 10 power levels available 30 sec Press this pad to add 30 seconds to cook time Each press will add additional 30 seconds to the cook time 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 START Pause Stop Cancel Exhaust High Low Off Use to turn the exhaust fan on off or to to adjust fan speed Surface Light Press this pad to turn the surface lights on or off Children Lock Symbol Timer Symbol Vent Symbol Defrost Symbol Auto Cook Symbol BEFORE OPERATING Learn more about your microwave oven Setting the clock Example setting clock display for 9 00 1 Touch Clock pad once for AM Clock A CAUTION touch twice for PM e To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do 2 Enter time using number pads 9 0 0 not operate the microwave oven empty e To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do not use stoneware aluminum foil metal utensils or 3 Touch Clock pad again E metal trimmed utensils in the microwave oven Microwave utensil guide Use Do not use Oven proof glass specif
40. t 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 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
41. t 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 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 Electrolux is not responsible for any damage to the microwave oven when accessories are used 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 shou
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