Cooking utensils
Utensils and cooking containers used in a microwave oven should be of a material that allows microwaves to pass freely through them. Generally this means you should use either plastic, glass or ceramic.
Ceramic is an excellent choice, most types of glass is also very good. Lead crystal can crack, therefore it should not be used. Coloured glass or decorative glass should not be used since metal, for example; gold, might be a part of the decoration and may cause arching.
Round or oval shaped containers give the most even cooking. Square containers may over cook food in the corners due to more energy being absorbed there.
Metal containers should not be used. Microwaves cannot penetrate metal, they bounce off any metal object and cause arching which resembles lightning.
Note: there are a number of microwave oven accessories available on the market, before you buy, please make sure they are suitable for microwave use.
Note: when putting food into the microwave oven, make sure that the food, food containers or covering do not come in contact with any of the cavity walls or ceiling.
Trouble shooting
The turntable will not turn
➢The turntable is not correctly in place. Make sure the turntable is the correct side up and sitting on the turntable support.
➢Check the turntable support is correctly placed.
The display shows the time counting down but the microwave oven is not cooking
➢Check you have have selected a power level between 20% - 100%, and not the kitchen timer.
The microwave oven does not work
➢Check the plug is properly inserted into the mains socket.
➢Is the door closed properly?
➢Check the plug fuse and make sure there is power available.
➢Unplug from the mains wait 10 minutes reconnect, and then try to operate the microwave oven again.
Cleaning and care
To make sure your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should follow these instructions:
➢Unplug from the mains supply before cleaning.
➢Wipe the interior walls, floor and ceiling with a damp cloth using only a mild detergent.
➢Be sure to keep the door and door frame clean at all times.
➢Always clean under the turntable as any liquid that may have accumulated will damage the surface of the microwave oven.
➢For stubborn marks, boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 to 3 minutes, steam will often soften dried on food.
➢Clean the turntable and turntable support regularly in warm soapy water.
➢Clean the exterior with a soft damp cloth and wipe dry. Do not allow water to seep into the air vents.
➢Do not allow the control panel to become wet, clean with a soft damp cloth and then dry.
➢Do not use abrasives, these will damage the microwave oven.
➢Remove odours from the microwave oven by combining a cup of water with the juice of 1 lemon in a deep bowl, microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.
➢The oven should be cleaned regularly and food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the microwave oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous.
➢Should the bulb need replacing, please consult a qualified technician to have it replaced.
Warning: service should only be carried out by a service technician. It is dangerous for anyone other than a qualified technician to perform any repair.
➢The microwave oven may cause interference to
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