tips and information
Softening Honey
If you have a jar of honey which has crystallized, remove lid and place the jar in the microwave oven, microwave on medium power for 2 minutes.
Melting Chocolate
Break 100g of chocolate into squares, place in a bowl and heat on high power for
Softening or Melting Butter
Melting takes a few seconds on high power. Softening is best done on low power.
Freshen or Warm Bread
Use medium power for a few seconds. Peeling Garlic easily
Heat 3 or 4 cloves of garlic on high power for 15 seconds. Squeeze at one end until the clove pops out.
Fruit Juice
Citrus fruits will yield more juice if they are heated on high power for 15 seconds before squeezing.
CARE AND CLEANING
The appliance must always be kept clean. Deposits that are allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the efficiency of the microwave oven, and possibly damage the microwave interior. DO NOT attempt to tamper with
or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the microwave oven. Repairs should only be done by
a qualified service technician.
Cleaning the accessories
Clean accessories with mild detergent after removing them from the cavity. The turntable support should be carefully handled.
Cleaning the interior
Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spillovers and food spatters immediately. Use mild, liquid detergent, warm water and a soft, clean cloth to remove deposits.
Cleaning the grill element
The element may be stained with spattered fat or oil while the oven is in use. Wait until the cavity cools down and wipe off the spattered oil before next using the appliance. Stains on the grill may cause unpleasant odors and smoke.
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Cleaning the exterior
Open the microwave oven door when cleaning the control panel. This will prevent the appliance from being turned on accidentally. You should clean the outside surfaces of the microwave oven with mild liquid detergent and warm water, followed by a wiping with clean water to remove any excess detergent. Dry with a soft cloth.
NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, SCOURING PADS OR HARSH CHEMICALS ON THE OUTSIDE SURFACES OF YOUR APPLIANCE.
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DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the microwave oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
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Never use abrasive cleaners, commercial oven cleaners or steel wool pads on any part of the oven.
tips and information
To loosen difficult deposits, boil a cup of water in the oven for 2 or 3 minutes.
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Never use a knife or any utensil to remove deposits from the oven surfaces.
tips and information
To remove odors from the oven interior, boil a cup of water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes.
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The turntable motor is sealed. Nevertheless, be careful to avoid water penetrating under the turntable spindle when the bottom of the oven is being cleaned.
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Be sure the oven is disconnected from the electricity supply before cleaning.
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Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance.
