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Compact Manual Microwave User Guide Model Number: RHM1701B-MR For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461 Or visit us at mda.russellhobbs.com PLEASE RET AIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
CONTENTS Page(s) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3-10 ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE 11-12 PRODUCT INFORMATION UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION 16-17 TURNTABLE INSTALLATION 18-19 CONTROL PANEL HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS CLEANING THE MICROWAVE PROBLEM SOLVING 24-27 GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES SPARE PARTS CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 30-31...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • This appliance is intended to be used in the household and general domestic applications. It is not intended to be used in industrial or commercial applications. •...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • A minimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven. • Use only cookware and utensils that are approved for use in a microwave oven.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns. Do not heat baby bottles with the teat left on. Remove it if replacing the bottle back into the oven.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook or dry food.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Food containing a mixture of fat and water (for example, stock) should stand for 30 to 60 seconds in the oven after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture to settle and to prevent it from bubbling when a spoon is placed in it, or a stock cube is added.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Always have the glass tray and turntable support in place when using the microwave oven. • Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Put food on a suitable plate or in a bowl before putting it in the oven.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food or liquids stick to the oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. We recommend that you do not use harsh detergent or abrasives. •...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Regularly remove the glass turntable to clean it, wash it in warm soapy water or a dishwasher. Regularly clean the turntable support and oven floor. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and water, then dry.
& time, and the microwave cooks your food to perfection. The Russell Hobbs RHM1701B-MR has a 17 litre cavity capacity, which comfortably fits a standard dinner plate and the glass turn-table is removable for easy cleaning, and is dishwasher safe.
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ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE How do microwaves work? Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves similar to radio waves. While radio waves may vary in length from one metre to many kilometres, microwaves are very short (less than 12.5 centimetres.) Microwaves do not make any heat themselves but cause water molecules in food to vibrate.
Number of Power Levels 5 + defrost Turntable coupling Accessories Included Turntable roller ring Glass turntable Spec code RHM1701B-MR MIN code 111943301 *Internal volume is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is less.
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE Before you use your microwave oven 1. Remove all the packaging. Do not remove the large piece of mica board from the right hand side of the cavity wall (Refer to the below image). This is called a wave-guide cover and allows the microwaves to pass through to cook the food.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Door safety lock system Control panel - dials Oven window Turntable coupling Oven cavity Roller ring Wave guide cover (do Glass turntable not remove)
MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION • Place the oven as far away from radios and televisions as possible. Using the oven may cause interference with the reception. • Plug the oven into a suitable 13 amp mains socket, make sure the voltage is the same as on the rating label (do not use extension cables or mains socket adaptors.) •...
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION The minimum installation height is 85cm. A minimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven. WARNING: DO NOT install the oven over a cooker or other heat or steam producing appliance as this will damage the microwave oven.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION • Before first use, check that any securing tape and all packaging has been removed from the glass tray and turntable ring assembly. • These parts must never be restricted from rotating. • Never place the glass tray upside down. •...
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TURNTABLE INSTALLATION The glass tray, turntable ring, and turntable coupling assembly must always be used during cooking (as shown below). • Do not place the food directly onto the glass tray, always place on or in suitable microwaveable cookware. Please check that crockery is microwave safe before using.
CONTROL PANEL POWER DIAL There are 6 power levels including a defrost function, selected using the power control dial. The lower the power setting, the slower the microwave will heat the food. Make sure you follow guidelines on packaging when selecting a setting.
HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE • Put the food to be cooked or defrosted in a suitable microwave safe container, cover the food with a suitable cover or with microwave safe cling film (pierce the film with a fork). • Put the container into the microwave oven and close the door. •...
COOKING TIPS Defrosting tips Microwaves penetrate around 4cm into most food. To maximize defrosting effectiveness follow the below guidelines: 1. For thick foods, turn regularly during operation in order to defrost evenly. 2. If food weighs over 500g, it is advised to turn at least 2 times. 3.
CLEANING THE MICROWAVE • Before you clean the oven, turn it off and unplug it. • Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food or liquids stick to the oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. We recommend that you do not use harsh detergent or abrasives.
PROBLEM SOLVING WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, always unplug the microwave before performing maintenance or trouble shooting checks. The microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment. If this happens, you can stop the interference by moving the radio, TV or equipment as far away from your microwave oven as possible.
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PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution The component that produces the microwaves is called a magnetron, if food is not being heated or is 'luke' warm then it is likely this component has developed a fault. Magnetron not Not heating If the microwave is within its warranty working period, please contact customer services for...
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PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution Microwaves cannot be run empty, microwaves need moisture to operate correctly. If microwaves are operated empty or are used to heat up plates (this is not permitted), the Operated empty or microwaves can focus on a single point inside the Heat spots with no moisture microwave.
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PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution Due to the construction of microwaves and certain 'dangerous' components inside, the light bulb can only be changed by a qualified service engineer. Light not Bulb not working If the microwave is within its warranty period, please working contact customer services for further advice or take the microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from...
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously. Feel free to contact our Customer Service Team on 0345 209 7461 who will be more than happy to assist you. This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original purchase.
SPARE PARTS To check the availability of the following spare parts, simply contact our friendly Customer Service team on 0345 209 7461. Turntable coupling Turntable ring Glass turntable...
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED This appliance is designed to operate from a mains supply of 230-240V~ 50Hz. Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage. This product is fitted with a moulded 13A plug complying with BS1363.
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY For UK use only – PLUG • As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: •...
Made by Product Care Trading Limited under license from Spectrum Brands (UK) Limited. Product Care Trading Limited, Wigan, WN2 4AY/ PCT (NI) Ltd, Belfast, BT5 5AD. Russell Hobbs is the registered trademark of Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd. Russell Hobbs Support: call 0345 209 7461 or visit: mda.russellhobbs.com Produced for: Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC, Gain Lane, Bradford, BD3 7DL/Morrisons, Fitzwilliam Hall, Dublin, D02 T292.