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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

17 LITRE MICROWAVE
C17MW14

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL 17 LITRE MICROWAVE C17MW14...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Warnings ............................. 4 Unpacking ..............................9 Getting Ready .............................. 10 Introducing Microwave Cooking ........................ 11 Cooking with a Microwave ..............................11 Checking Your Cooking Utensils ............................12 Using Aluminium Foil in Your Microwave ..........................12 Microwave Heating Categories..............................13 Steam ......................................14 Condensation ....................................14 Product Overview ............................
  • Page 4: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE General Safety • Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing parts/attachments, after use and before cleaning. • Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted attachments. • Never use a damaged appliance.
  • Page 5 Microwave Use • This microwave is not intended for commercial use. • It should never be used for drying clothes or for other non-food purposes, including any type of storage, which may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire. • This microwave can only be used indoors in a dry, well-ventilated, domestic, indoor area.
  • Page 6 • Do not overcook food. • Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven. Warning: Only allow children to use the microwave without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the microwave in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use;...
  • Page 7: Earthing Instructions

    Containers WARNING: Pressure will build up in sealed containers and can cause them to explode. Therefore, do not use the following in your microwave: - Sealed containers - Capped bottles - Vacuum containers - Sealed jars - Hard-boiled eggs - Eggs in their shells • Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as potatoes.
  • Page 8 The plug must be plugged into an appropriate mains socket that is installed an earthed in accordance with all local standards and requirements. WARNING! • Improper connection of the appliance-earthing conductor can result in a risk of an electric shock. • Check with a qualified service agent if you doubt the appliance is properly earthed.
  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Microwave. These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
  • Page 10: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready This microwave is designed for home use. It should not be used for commercial catering. 1. After unpacking your microwave, check that it has not been damaged whilst in the box. Make sure there are no dents, and the door closes properly. A damaged microwave could allow microwave energy to escape.
  • Page 11: Introducing Microwave Cooking

    Introducing Microwave Cooking Always remember the basic safeguards you would follow when using any cooking equipment or handling hot food. This page gives some of the basic guidelines for microwave cooking. If you are unfamiliar with using a microwave, there is more information at the back of this instruction booklet. Cooking with a Microwave • Cooking with a microwave is much faster than conventional cooking and, whilst you should make sure that food is fully cooked, you should be careful not to overcook it.
  • Page 12: Checking Your Cooking Utensils

    Checking Your Cooking Utensils Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cooking utensils are safe to use in your microwave. If you are not sure you can use a utensil in your microwave, follow this simple test: 1. Put the utensil into the microwave next to a cup of water – use a cup that you know is microwave safe.
  • Page 13: Microwave Heating Categories

    Microwave Heating Categories Your microwave has been tested and labelled to meet the government’s voluntary agreement on the reheating of pre-cooked food. The heating characteristics and output power levels of microwaves are usually calculated using a relatively large portion of food (1000 gram load, IEC 705) but many packs of pre-cooked food are sold in smaller packs, often about 350 grams.
  • Page 14: Steam

    Steam When you microwave food, steam is created as water in the food heats up and evaporates. The steam formed during microwave cooking is entirely safe. It has to escape from the microwave to prevent pressure from building up inside the microwave. It does this through the vents on the back of the microwave and from around the door.
  • Page 15: Product Overview

    Product Overview The Main Unit Control Panel Door Handle The Control Panel Power Dial Timer / Defrost Dial...
  • Page 16: Checking Your Microwave

    Checking Your Microwave Check your microwave after unpacking. For your safety, the microwave stops if the door is opened during cooking. Close the door to continue cooking. 1. Pull the door handle to open the door. 2. Place a cup of water on the glass turntable plate.
  • Page 17: Microwave Cooking

    Microwave Cooking For simple microwave cooking, follow the steps below. For instance, if you want to use 77% microwave power to cook for 20 minutes. 1. Open the door and place your food inside. 2. Close the door firmly; it will click. 3.
  • Page 18: Defrosting

    Defrosting To defrost, follow the steps below: 1. Open the door and place your food inside. 2. Close the door firmly; it will click. 3. Turn the POWER dial to the M.Low setting. 4. Turn the TIMER/DEFROST dial to the weight of the food to be defrosted, e.g., 0.2 kg.
  • Page 19: Cleaning Your Microwave

    Cleaning Your Microwave Cleaning your microwave each time you use it will help to prevent a build up of stubborn marks that can be difficult to clean. Unplug your microwave from the mains and wait for it to completely cool down before cleaning. On the right hand side wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover.
  • Page 20: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions If a problem does occur, it may often be due to something very minor. The following Q&A may be able to resolve the issue. Questions Answers Unit is not responding. Check that: • The mains plug is not securely plugged into the mains socket. If not, unplug the unit, wait 10 seconds, then firmly plug it in again.
  • Page 21 Questions Answers There are sparks inside the Yes. Make sure you are not using any metal utensils and that your microwave when I use it. Will this containers do not have a metal trim. You must not use any metal in cause any damage? the microwave when cooking (except aluminium foil as instructed in the recipe).
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Model C17MW14 Input 230-240V~ 50Hz Microwave Output 650-700 Watts Microwave Frequency 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions 439.5mm x 355mm x 257.6mm (width x deep x height) Power consumption Microwave Input 1100-1150 Watts Complies with EC directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. We continually strive to improve our products. Features and specifications may change without...
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