EMS 2185 Contents For the user Before using your microwave oven Charts Defrosting Safety Instructions Cooking vegetables Utensil safety Cooking fish Testing suitability of cookware Grilling table Foil containers Combined Microwave and Grilling table Food safety Care and cleaning Safety instructions when cooking by Grill...
Please ensure you have read the whole instruc- Electrolux microwave oven, the following instructions tion book before using the appliance and that you fol- have been prepared. Please make sure you read them low the recommendations given.
Heat on 850W (100%) for adjustments to this oven. Contact your local one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you should Electrolux Service Force Center if service not use it. If it is just slightly warm, you can use it should be required.
EMS 2185 • Metal containers and containers with metallic trim Food safety should not be used in the microwave oven, unless • Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven. specifically recommended for microwave use. Always remove the food to a suitable container.
EMS 2185 Safety instructions when cooking It is quite normal for steam to be emitted around the door, or for misting to occur on by grill the door, or even for water droplets to appear 1. The glass viewing window may break if water is below the door during the cooking cycle.
EMS 2185 Oven utensils and accessories guide A variety of utensils and materials may be used for choose appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking in your microwave oven. For your safety cooking method. The list below is a general guide.
EMS 2185 Description of the microwave oven and accessories The microwave oven 1 Cooking compartment. 2 Viewing window. 3 Oven door. 4 Door catch. 5 Safety interlock system. 6 Control panel. 7 Grill element. 8 Door open button. 9 Drive shaft for turntable.
EMS 2185 Accessories Turntable and turntable support The turntable and turntable support should be instal- led as shown in the diagram. Take care to ensure the turntable support is properly in place. The turntable may turn clockwise or counterclockwise during operation. Do not rotate the turntable manu- ally, as you could damage the drive system.
EMS 2185 Control panel 1. Display window – showing time of day, cooking time and weight. 2. Power knob – for desired microwave power level. 3. Timer knob – to select cooking time or weight. 4. Grill. 5. Auto – for Automatic cooking programmes.
EMS 2185 Before using your microwave oven for the first time Cleaning Before you first use the appliance, remove all the Wipe over the front of the appliance with a damp accessories (including the turntable and turntable cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents (these can support) from the cooking area.
EMS 2185 General operating instructions Action Comments 1. Press door open button. The door opens and the interior light switches on. 2. Place food in the cooking space. 3. Shut the door. An audible click will be heard when the door is shut.
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EMS 2185 Action Comments 1. Interrupting the cooking process The cooking operation stops. In the display, the (e.g. for stirring): two dots between the digits flash. The selected set- Open the door by pressing the door button. tings are unaffected.
EMS 2185 How to operate your microwave oven Microwave cooking This basic microwave cooking method allows you to Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on cook food for a desired time. In addition to the max- maximum power, as this is the fastest cooking method...
EMS 2185 Grill cooking This method is ideal for toasting bread or muffins. Remember the oven will be hot, always use oven gloves. Place shallow dishes on grilling rack. Cooking time can be set to a maximum of 60 minutes.
EMS 2185 Microwave and Grill cooking This function allows you to combine the advantages of the speed and convenience of a Microwave with the browning and crisping benefits of a Grill. Example: Set Microwave and Grill Cooking using Grill with Microwave power 850W for 20 minutes: 1.
EMS 2185 Automatic Programmes Programmes for defrosting and cooking available. After having selected the programme, merely enter the weight of the dish, the rest of the programming is done automatically. The following gives you an overview of what food can be defrosted, cooked or combination cooked with which programme.
EMS 2185 Example: To defrost a 1.0 kg chicken: 1. Press the button for Automatic Defrost d d 1 1 until J1 appears in the display. 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2. Use the Timer/weight knob to set the weight.
EMS 2185 Automatic Cooking Programmes Progr. Food Examples Weight categories from – up to C C 1 1 Fresh vegetables I Brussels sprouts, cabagge, carrots, celeriac 100 – 1000 g C C 2 2 Fresh vegetables II Corgettesi, leeks, potatoes, spinach, fennel, cauliflower, broccoli 100 –...
EMS 2185 Combination cooking Microwave and Grill Progr. Food Weight Comments categories from – up to Chicken (fresh) 200 – 2000 g If cooking a dish weighing over 500 g, 3 beeps remind C C G G 1 1 Chicken in pieces you to turn the food halfway through the cooking time.
EMS 2185 Child lock This oven is equipped with a Child Lock Safety feature to prevent accidental operation by children. How to set : First press the Clear button 5 times, then press the Start L L O O C C button.
EMS 2185 Charts Defrosting Dish Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (in g) (Watt) (min) time (min) Meat Whole meat 11–15 10–15 Turn once. Cover fatty parts with aluminium foil midway through. Steak 5–7 5–10 Turn once. Mixed chopped meat 500 10–15...
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EMS 2185 Defrosting Description Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (in g) (Watt) (mis) time (min) Bread Rolls (50 g) 4 units 3–5 3–5 Set on a paper towel, turn once. Whole meal, 1 slice 1–2 3–5 Defrost in a covered container.
EMS 2185 Description Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (in g) (Watt) (min) time (min) Defrosting and heating of frozen convenience foods 1 portion meat with gravy 3–5 2–3 Heat in a covered container. Stir now and again. 1 portion meat with vegetables, garnish 350–450 850...
EMS 2185 Care and cleaning The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from Cleaning the interior spill-overs or spatters will absorb microwave energy Soilage that is allowed to remain on the oven walls, causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency door seal and door surface will absorb microwave of the oven and may cause unpleasant odours.
If after carrying out the above checks, the oven still For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux does not function correctly, contact your local appliance, or for further information on Electrolux Electrolux Service Centre by telephoning: products, please contact our Customer Care...
We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months This guarantee does not cover: of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance • Damage or calls resulting from transportation, or any part thereof is proved to be defective by rea-...
EMS 2185 For the installer 1. Remove any promotion label from the door. If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suit- 2. This oven can be used as a free standing oven or able for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the built-in, into a kitchen cabinet using kit number appropriate plug fitted.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local Electrolux Service Centre. e must not be used on a non- s applianc This appliance complies with E.E.C. directive No.
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