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How a Microwave Oven Works
GB
Microwaves are
You can use your microwave oven to: ◆ Defrost
◆ Reheat
◆ Cook
Cooking Principle
1The microwaves generated by the magnetron are distributed uniformly as the food rotates on the
2The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Cooking then continues as the heat is dissipated within the food.
3Cooking times vary according to the recipient used and the properties of the food:
◆Quantity and density
◆Water content
◆Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)
☛As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking continues even when you have taken the food out of the oven. Standing times specified in recipes and in this booklet must therefore be respected to ensure:
◆Even cooking of the food right to the centre
◆The same temperature throughout the food
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is working correctly at all times. If you are in doubt, refer to the section entitled “What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem” on the next page.
➢◆ The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket.
◆ The turn-table must be in position in the oven.
◆ If a power level other than the maximum (100% -
900 W) is used, the water takes longer to boil.
1Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door. Place a glass of water on the
2Press the Start ( 
1min+) button and set the time to 4 to 5 minutes, by pressing the ( 
1min+) button the approprinte number of times.
Result: The oven heats the water for 4 to 5 minutes. The water should then be boiling.
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