CONTENTS Page(s) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE 10-11 PRODUCT INFORMATION UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION 15-16 CONTROL PANEL HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE 18-26 COOKING TIPS CLEANING THE MICROWAVE PROBLEM SOLVING 29-32 GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 34-35 NOTES DISPOSAL...
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: • To avoid fire, electric shock, or injury, never immerse the microwave, cord, or plug in water or liquid. • Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Only use thermometers approved for use in microwaves.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember that there are certain foods (such as, jam, Christmas pudding, and mincemeat) which heat up very quickly. • Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, sausages, ready meals and so on without piercing them several times with a fork.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will absorb microwave energy. This may cause the dishes to crack or burn, and will slow down the cooking speed.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • You should clean the outside of the oven with a damp cloth. Do not allow water to seep into the ventilation openings. • Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs microwave oven. The Russell Hobbs RHVM901 microwave has a sleek black housing with stainless steel details, sure to make a statement in your home. The concealed handle looks stylish and modern whilst reducing fingerprints on the mirrored door.
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.
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE Before you use your microwave oven 1. Check the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as: ● A misaligned door ● Damage to the door If you can see any damage do not use the oven , please contact This microwave oven must be put on a horizontal surface that is strong enough to support its weight.
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.
CONTROL PANEL Display Window cooking time, power, action indicators, and time is displayed. Clock use to set the time. Power Level press this button a number of times to set a cooking power level. Preset press to set a pre-set cooking program. Auto Cook press this button for the auto cooking menus that is required.
HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Setting the clock (24 hour) For example, if you want to set the time to 08:35 (am:) Press the 'Clock' button. The display will show ‘Hr24', and the clock symbol will be displayed. Press the ‘10 Min' button until the display shows '8:00'. Press the ‘1 Min' button until the display shows '8:30' .
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE • When pressed twice the screen display will show P-80 • When pressed three times the screen display will show P-60 • When pressed four times the screen display will show P-40 • When pressed five times the screen display will show P-20 •...
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Weight Defrost Note: Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking process The microwave generally penetrates 4cm into most foods. Therefore you must ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking process. For even defrosting results, ensure you turn the food over during the cycle. Defrosting generally takes longer than the cooking time of food.
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Auto cooking function There are 8 auto cook menus you can use for easy cooking, they automatically calculate the cooking time based on the type of food and weight. To access the menus, press the ‘Auto Cook’ button. For guide lines, please see the auto cook menu table on the following page.
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Food Weights Recommendations Auto menu Milk/Coffee 1-200ml Place the cup onto the center of the 2-400ml turntable. When the liquid has been 3-600ml removed from the oven, leave to stand before adding sugar. Rice 150g Place the rice into a suitable 300g container and cover with water.
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Pre-set cooking function You can set your microwave to start cooking at a pre-set time, without the need to be present to input the programmes. Make sure your food is in the microwave and prepared when you programme the pre-set function. You will need to set the clock and the cooking menu and time.
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Two Stage Cooking A maximum of two different stages. To set a maximum of two different stages. For instance, to defrost an item and the follow it with the cooking cycle. Note: The buzzer will ring once after each stage and then the next stage will proceed.
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Child safety lock This function is to prevent children from using the microwave oven. To activate the child lock, press and hold the ‘Pause/Cancel’ button for 3 seconds. You will hear a beep and the lock symbol will be displayed. To de-activate the child lock, press and hold the ‘Pause/Cancel’...
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Utensil information • Do not use metal pans or dishes with metal handles. • Do not use anything with a metal trim. • Do not use paper-covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags. • Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will absorb microwave energy.
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 Spillages or splashes can burn and catch fire, all food that is put into the microwave should be appropriately covered. All spillages or splashes must be cleaned, and all areas of microwave cleaned after each use. Burnt on food debris in the microwave, can cause the Burnt on food debris microwave to 'spark'.
PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution By the very nature of how a microwave works, it ‘excites’ the water molecules in the food it is heating, causing them to move about and generate heat from within the food. Often when the food heats up it reaches the point where steam is released.
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PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution If the microwave is within its warranty period, please Door not contact customer services for further advice or take the 2. Latches have shutting/ become deformed microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for locking a refund or replacement.
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously. Feel free to contact our Product Care Team, on 0345 209 7461 Monday – Friday: 8am-8pm & Saturday: 9am – 1pm, who will be more than happy to assist you.
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.
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: •...
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461 Opening times: Monday - Friday 8am – 8pm & Saturday 9am –1pm Or visit us at Revision This symbol is known as the 'Crossed-out wheelie bin Symbol'. When this symbol is marked on a product/batteries, it means that the product/batteries should not be disposed of with your general household waste.
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