Hotpoint rvm1625 Owner's Manual
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Features of Your Microwave The Controls on Your Microwave Time Cooking Convenience Features Other Features Helpful Information Care and Cleaning If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service Hotpoint Service Numbers Warranty www.Hotpoint.com 1000 Watts Model: RVM1625 Back Cover 164D3370P295 39-40365... -
Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. - Page 3 Welcome Welcome to the Hotpoint family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. Start Here!…Before using your Microwave Need Help? Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.
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Page 4: Safety Precautions
INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This microwave oven is UL listed for installation over electric and gas ranges. This microwave oven is not approved or tested for marine use. -
Page 5: Save These Instructions
• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. • Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in operation. -
Page 6: Special Notes About Microwaving
Such use of the microwave oven could result in injury. • Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure... - Page 7 — Do not use straight- sided containers with narrow necks. — After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. — Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
- Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING MICROWAVE- SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which does not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used.
- Page 9 • Use foil only as directed in this guide. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4″ high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave oven, keep the foil at least 1″...
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Page 10: Grounding Instructions
Filter Kits JX81A—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to the outside. Available at extra cost from your Hotpoint supplier. -
Page 11: Operating Instructions
7 Removable Turntable. Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning. 8 Convenience Guide. NOTE: Rating plate, oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave oven. -
Page 12: The Controls On Your Microwave
Quick Start The Controls on Your Microwave Oven (Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.) You can microwave by time or with the convenience features. Time Features Time Cooking Press TIME COOK I & II (Press once or twice) -
Page 13: Convenience Features
GUIDE ON MICROWAVE Before you begin, check the guide located on the inside front of the oven when you open the door. POPCORN REHEAT DEFROST AUTO/TIME Convenience Features Press Enter POPCORN Starts immediately! Press once 3.5 oz. Press twice 3.0 oz. Press 3 times 1.75 oz. -
Page 14: Changing Power Levels
5 Press START. Variable power levels add flexibility to microwave cooking. The power levels on the microwave oven can be compared to the surface units on a range. High (power level 10) or full power is the fastest way to cook and gives you 100% power. -
Page 15: Time Cooking
Time Features Time Cook TIME COOK minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off START 1 Press TIME COOK. 2 Enter cooking time. 3 Change power level if you don’t want full power. (Press POWER LEVEL. Select a desired power level 1–10.) 4 Press START. - Page 16 Operating Instructions Cooking Guide for Time Cook I & II NOTE: Use power level High (10) unless otherwise noted. Vegetable Amount Asparagus (fresh spears) 1 lb. (frozen spears) 10-oz. package Beans (fresh green) 1 lb. cut in half (frozen green) 10-oz. package (frozen lima) 10-oz.
- Page 17 Vegetable Amount Corn (frozen kernel) 10-oz. package Corn on the cob (fresh) 1 to 5 ears (frozen) 1 ear 2 to 6 ears Mixed vegetables (frozen) 10-oz. package Peas (fresh, shelled) 2 lbs. unshelled 9 to 12 min. (frozen) 10-oz. package Potatoes (fresh, cubed, 4 potatoes...
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Page 18: Time Defrost
Operating Instructions Time Features Time Defrost DEFROST AUTO/TIME minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off START 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME twice. 2 Enter defrosting time. 3 Press START. 4 Turn food over when the oven signals. 5 Press START. (Auto Defrost explained in the section on Convenience Features.) -
Page 19: Defrosting Guide
Defrosting Guide Food Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) Shellfish, small pieces (1 lb.) Fruit Plastic pouch—1 to 2 (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) Franks (1 lb.) Ground meat (1 lb.) Roast: beef, lamb, veal, pork Steaks, chops and cutlets... -
Page 20: Time Features
Operating Instructions Time Features Minute Cook minute cook — 1 - 6 This is a quick way to set cooking time for 1–6 minutes. Press one of the Minute Cook pads (from 1 to 6) for 1 to 6 minutes of cooking at power level 10. -
Page 21: Convenience Features
Convenience Features Popcorn POPCORN (more time) (less time) Use only with prepackaged microwave popcorn weighing 1.75 to 3.5 ounces. How to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using Time Cook if the package is less than 1.75 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. -
Page 22: Reheat
Operating Instructions Convenience Features Reheat REHEAT START Reheat Guide Food Type 1 Pasta 2 Meats, casseroles, pizza 3 Fruits and vegetables 4 Beverages, 8–10 oz. 5 Sauces and gravies 6 Plate of leftovers (2 to 3 foods, 4 oz. each) The Reheat feature reheats 1 to 3 servings of many previously cooked foods. -
Page 23: Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost DEFROST AUTO/TIME minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off START 1 Press DEFROST AUTO/TIME once. 2 Using the Conversion Guide at right, enter food weight. For example, press pads 1 and 2 for 1.2 pounds (1 pound, 3 ounces). -
Page 24: Other Features
Operating Instructions Other Features Cooking Complete Reminder Clock CLOCK minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off AM / PM Scroll Speed AM / PM scroll speed To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display “FOOD IS READY”... -
Page 25: Delay Start
Display On/Off display on / off Delay Start DELAY START minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off AM / PM Timer On/Off TIMER ON/OFF minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off To turn the clock display off, press and hold 0 for about three seconds. - Page 26 Operating Instructions Other Features Start/Pause START pause Reminder REMINDER minute cook — 1 - 6 display on / off AM / PM Child Lock-Out CLEAR In addition to starting many functions, START/PAUSE allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display.
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Page 27: Automatic Fan
Vent Fan VENT hi - lo - off hi-lo-off Automatic Fan Surface Light SURFACE LIGHT bright - night- off on-off The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking. An automatic fan feature protects the microwave from too much heat rising from the cooktop below it. -
Page 28: Helpful Information
Helpful Information Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Covering Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax paper allows excess steam to escape. -
Page 29: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning Helpful Hints How to Clean the Inside An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. NOTE: Be certain the power is off before cleaning any part of this oven. Walls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the Door... - Page 30 Outside We recommend against using cleaners with ammonia or alcohol, as they can damage the appearance of the microwave oven. If you choose to use a common household cleaner, first apply the cleaner directly to a clean cloth, then wipe the soiled area.
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Page 31: Light Bulb Replacement
Light Bulb Replacement Cooktop Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your Hotpoint supplier. Oven Light Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb (WB36X10003), available from your Hotpoint supplier. 1 To replace the bulb(s),... -
Page 32: The Exhaust Feature
Helpful Information The Exhaust Feature The Vent Fan Charcoal Filter (on some models) Reusable Grease Filters (on all models) Reusable Grease Filters Removing and Cleaning the Filter The vent fan has 2 metal reusable grease filters. The metal filters trap grease released by foods on the cooktop. -
Page 33: Charcoal Filter
Charcoal Filter (on some models) The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned. It must be replaced. Order Part No. WB02X9883 from your Hotpoint supplier. To Remove Charcoal Filter Remove 2 grille screws to remove the grille. To Install Charcoal Filter If the model is not vented... -
Page 34: If Something Goes Wrong
What to Do • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. • Make sure the 3-prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet. - Page 35 Things That Are Normal • Steam or vapor escaping from around the door. • Light reflection around door or outer case. • Dimming oven light and change in the blower sound at power levels other than high. • Dull thumping sound while oven is operating.
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Page 38: Hotpoint Service Numbers
800.626.2224 Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the Hotpoint Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great Hotpoint Expert Hotpoint repair service is only one step away from your door. - Page 39 Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to: Manager Customer Relations Hotpoint, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225...
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Page 40: Warranty
For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the microwave oven that fails because of a manufacturing defect. LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY...