Problem solving guide
. . . strange noises are heard when the microwave oven is being used
Check whether,
^the food is covered with aluminium foil.
If so, remove it.
^Sparks are being created by the use of crockery with a metallic finish. See notes on suitable types of containers.
. . . the time of day in the display is not accurate.
If there has been a power cut the time automatically switches back to 12:00. The time of day needs to be
^Set the correct time of day.
. . . "F55" appears in the display.
This is a fault message.
The microwave has switched itself off automatically during rapid
This safety feature protects the oven if it has been operating for an exceedingly long period.
Press the Stop/C button. You can now continue to use the microwave oven as normal.
. . . food cools down too quickly
In the microwave oven, food begins to cook from the outside first, the inside of the food relying on the slower conduction of heat.
If food is cooked at a high power level, it is possible that the heat may not have reached the centre of the food, so it is hot on the outside but cold in the centre. During standing time heat is transferred to the centre of the food. This may leave the food warm in the middle but cool on the outside. When reheating food with different densities, such as plated meals, it is therefore sensible to start with a low power level and lengthen the time required.
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