Melissa 253-006 manual Table of Contents, Introduction

UK

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION	17
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS	17
General	17
Positioning the microwave oven	17
Using the microwave oven	17
Fire hazard!	17
KEY TO MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS	18
PREPARING THE MICROWAVE OVEN	18
Positioning the microwave oven	18
Connecting the microwave oven	18
Inserting the glass turntable	18
Before using the microwave oven for the first time	18
OPERATING THE MICROWAVE OVEN	18
Express cooking	18
Manual cooking – selecting power level	18
Automatic defrosting	19
Grill and combination cooking	19
General information on the cooking functions	19
Start and resetting	19
CHILD SAFETY LOCK	19
TIPS FOR FOOD PREPARATION	19
Cooking time	19
Microwave power	19
General information on cooking	19
Important safety precautions when preparing food!	20
USING UTENSILS WHEN PREPARING FOOD	20
Important!	20
CLEANING	20
BEFORE CALLING A REPAIR CENTRE	20
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS	20
GUARANTEE TERMS	21
IMPORTER	21

INTRODUCTION

To get the best out of your new microwave oven, please read through these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. Take particular note of the safety precautions. We also recommend that you keep the instructions for future reference, so that you can remind yourself of the functions of the microwave oven.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General

•The microwave oven may only be used for its original purpose, i.e. for preparing food for domestic purposes.

•The microwave oven is for indoor use only.

•Always follow the advice in "Tips for food preparation" and "Using utensils when preparing food" sections.

•Do not switch the microwave oven on when it is empty. In order for the microwave oven to be able to absorb microwaves, there must be something in it (food), otherwise it may be damaged. If you would like to practise using the various functions, place a cup of water inside the microwave oven.

•Do not use the microwave oven without the roller ring and glass turntable in place.

•Do not use the microwave oven if the door safety locking system is not functioning, which means that the microwave oven could be switched on even if the door is not closed. If the door is open, you risk being exposed to microwave radiation.

•Do not use the microwave oven if there are cleaning agent residues inside it.

•Keep an eye on any children in the vicinity of the appliance when it is in use. Children may only use the microwave oven under the supervision of an adult.

•Never try to repair the microwave oven yourself.

•When the bulb inside the microwave oven needs replacing, contact the place of purchase.

•If the microwave oven, cord or plug needs to be repaired, it should be taken to an authorised service centre. Unauthorised repairs or modifications will invalidate the guarantee. Please contact the store where you bought the device for repairs under guarantee.

Positioning the microwave oven

•Do not block or cover any air vents on the microwave oven.

•Do not place the microwave oven or the cord near hot areas, for example gas rings and electric hotplates.

•Do not remove the feet of the microwave oven.

•This microwave oven is designed to be free-standing. Always ensure the air vents on top of the cabinet are not covered. If they are covered while the microwave oven is in use, there is a risk of it overheating. The microwave oven cannot then be used until it has cooled down.

Using the microwave oven

•Do not use the microwave oven if the cord or plug is damaged, if it is not functioning properly, or if it has been damaged by a heavy impact or similar.

•The microwave oven can become very hot when the combination cooking function is being used.

•Never cook food directly on the glass turntable; always use a suitable container.

Fire hazard!

To reduce the risk of fire occurring in the oven compartment, please note the following points:

•Do not cook food for too long or at too high a temperature, and do not leave the microwave oven unattended if paper, plastic or other flammable materials have been used in the microwave oven with a view to reducing cooking times.

•Metal clips and lids/film containing metallic threads can cause sparks in the microwave oven and must therefore be removed.

•Never heat oil or fat in the microwave oven.

•If materials inside the microwave oven catch fire, leave the oven door closed. Switch the microwave oven off immediately, and remove the plug from the wall socket.

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