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- Page 1 OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVE OVEN DELUXE BUILT-IN 1.6 CU.FT BUILT-IN STAINLESS STEEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL: RV-580-OTR Before using your microwave oven, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference. www.contoureusa.com...
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Page 2: Welcome & Congratulations
WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONS Thank you for purchasing this quality CONTOURE appliance. ® Congratulations on your new Over-the-Range Microwave Oven. For your safety and full enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. Don’t forget to register your product at www.contoureusa.com for up- dates and other relevant information. -
Page 3: Important Safety & Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual DO NOT cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution and care when installing, maintaining and operating this appliance. -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, burns, injury or ex- posure to excessive microwave energy and when using electrical appli- ances, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using this appliance. •... - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE OVEN INTERIOR: • DO NOT overcook food. • Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. •...
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WARNING – PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY • DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with the door open, this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to break or tamper with the safety interlocks.
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD • Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. • DO NOT plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WWW.CONTOUREUSA.COM...
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Page 8: Critical Installation Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS: The installation of this appliance MUST be performed by a qualified technician or service company. Failing to have a qualified technician or service company install the oven may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product or injury. - Page 9 CONTOURE does not accept any liability for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.
- Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or an extension cord should NOT be used unless the below precautions are followed: If a longer cord or extension cord is used: •...
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Page 11: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, burns, injury or ex- posure to excessive microwave energy and when using electrical appli- ances, follow basic precautions, including the following: If there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by using the following steps: •... -
Page 12: About Microwave Cooking
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING MATERIALS YOU CANNOT USE IN A MICROWAVE: Arcing is a spark or electric flash that crackles and/or pops. Arcing can produce heat that is very intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or container(s) used. Arcing can also cause fire. - Page 13 ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING CAUTION PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD: Tightly closed containers may explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking. Some non-metallic materials are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the material in questions using the following procedure: MATERIAL / CONTAINER TEST: 1.
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Page 14: Cookware And Cooking Materials
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING COOKWARE AND COOKING MATERIALS Cookware and other materials MUST fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders because cookware can become hot. MATERIALS YOU CAN USE MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WWW.CONTOUREUSA.COM... - Page 15 ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING UNDERSTANDING YOUR OVEN DO NOT use the oven without the turntable and support OR DO NOT turn the turntable over so that a large dish can be placed in the oven. The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise. ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy.
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Page 16: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED SETTING UP YOUR OVEN (PARTS & ACCESSORIES) Thank you for purchasing this quality CONTOURE appliance. We are ® excited for you to get started using your new Over-the-Range Microwave oven! Remove all packaging materials and accessories from the carton and oven cavity. -
Page 17: Parts And Accessories
PARTS & ACCESSORIES SETTING UP YOUR OVEN (TURNTABLE INSTALLATION) Please reference the diagram below to help during installation. NEVER place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should NEVER be restricted. Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking. -
Page 18: Understanding The Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL & FEATURES UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL Please reference the diagram below: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WWW.CONTOUREUSA.COM... - Page 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OVEN: Before operating your new microwave oven it is important that you read and understand the instruction booklet and operating instructions com- pletely. Before the oven can be used, please complete the following procedures: 1. Plug in the oven and close the door 2.
- Page 20 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING YOUR MICRWOAVE OVEN FOR BEST RESULTS For best results while using your oven, please note the following: • Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator will take longer to cook than the same foods would if at room temperature. •...
- Page 21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO UNDERSTAND (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) Before enjoying foods, please check to see that they are cooked in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture’s recommended temperatures prior to consuming. Be careful and use care when removing items from the oven so that your clothes or cooking accessories DO NOT touch the safety door latches.
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Page 22: Multiple Stage Cooking
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MULTIPLE STAGE COOKING For best results, some microwave recipes call for different power levels or different lengths of time for cooking. Your microwave may be set to change from one stage to another automatically (two stages maximum). 1. Press TIME COOK then use the number pad to enter the cooking time that you want for the first stage. -
Page 23: Power Levels
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS POWER LEVELS 1. Press TIME COOK, then use the number pad to enter the cooking time that you want. 2. You can then press POWER LEVEL to change or enter the power level that you want (1-10). 3. Press START to begin heating. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WWW.CONTOUREUSA.COM... - Page 24 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DEFROSTING WITH YOUR MICROWAVE This is the perfect feature if you want to defrost foods. 1. Press DEFROST repeatedly to select “MEAT,” “POULTRY,” or “FISH.” 2. Press START. 3. Use the number pad to enter the weight of the item to be defrosted (in pounds).
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Page 25: Understanding Sensor Cooking
SENSOR COOKING UNDERSTANDING SENSOR COOKING SENSOR Cooking will detect the humidity released by the food you are cooking and adjust the cooking time automatically based on the amount of food you are cooking. If you press SENSOR REHEAT, then START your microwave will automatically set the cooking time. - Page 26 GOURMET COOKING PIZZA The pizza setting cooks around one to two slices (6-12 oz) of pizza automatically. Press PIZZA, then press START. POTATO The potato setting cooks from two to four potatoes automatically. Poke holes in your potatoe’s skin 5-6 times with a fork. Do not cover your potatoes.
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Page 27: Frozen Dinner
GOURMET COOKING FROZEN DINNER The frozen dinner setting is designed for one frozen entree or frozen foods, like frozen dinners, from 10-20 oz. Press FROZEN DINNER, then press START. When cooking frozen dinners, please: Read the instructions on your frozen food for best results. Make sure that moisture can escape from the packaging. -
Page 28: Using The Light
GOURMET COOKING POPCORN The popcorn setting is designed to make popcorn based on popcorn’s bag weight: Press POPCORN repeatedly to select your popcorn bag’s weight: 3.3 oz. / Once 3.0 oz. / 2 times 1.75 oz. / 3 times Press START. BEVERAGE The beverage setting heats one to three cups of a beverage. -
Page 29: Microwave Functions
MICROWAVE FUNCTIONS USING THE VENT FAN Your microwave’s vent fan works as a range hood to filter out smoke and other odors that come from cooking. Press VENT FAN repeatedly to cycle between high speed, low speed, or off. You can still use the vent fan while cooking in the microwave. The fan automatically starts when heat rises from range surface units or burners and stays on until the temperature decreases. -
Page 30: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE LIGHTS / MICROWAVE LIGHT INTERNAL 1. Unplug the microwave oven or turn off power at the main circuit breaker. 2. Remove the vent grill screws. 3. Pull the vent grill away from the unit. 4. Remove the charcoal filter by pushing it inwards, then lift up and pull it out of the microwave. -
Page 31: General Specifications
5. Plug the microwave back in or turn the power back on at the main circuit breaker. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Model Number: RV-580-OTR Rated Voltage: 120V / 60 Hz Rated Input Power: 1550 Watts | Rated Output Power: 1000 Watts Microwave Capacity: 1.6 CU.FT. -
Page 32: Cleaning & Replacing Filters
CLEANING & REPLACING FILTERS CLEANING THE EXHAUST FILTERS The exhaust filters should be removed and cleaned about once a month. DO NOT operate the oven hood without the filters in place. To remove the exhaust filters, slide the filter toward the back of the microwave, then pull it downward while sliding it out of the side slot. -
Page 33: Turntable And Turntable Support
MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE INSIDE OF YOUR MICROWAVE To clean the interior of your microwave, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water. Do not use abrasive cleaners or pads. For baked-on food, use baking soda or a mild soap, then rinse thoroughly with hot water. If you need help loosening baked-on food particles or liquids, heat two cups of water (add lemon juice if you want to keep your oven smelling fresh) in a four-cup measuring cup at high power for five minutes or until boiling. - Page 34 MAINTENANCE KEEP YOUR OVEN CLEAN The exterior of your oven surface is precoated steel and plastic. ONLY use mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents with a soft cloth or sponge to clean the oven’s surface and oven walls. DO NOT clean the outside of the microwave oven using cleaners that container ammonia or alcohol as they will damage the appearance of the microwave.
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Page 35: Frequently Asked Questions
TROUBLESHOOTING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS If you have a problem with your microwave, review the below information for a possible solution. If the microwave still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center. To obtain replacement parts please contact Customer Service: 1-888-656-9317 or send us an email, warranty@contoureusa.com. - Page 36 This warranty is available to consumers only. shall be assumed by the buyer. If the product is You are a consumer if you own a CONTOURE replaced, the replacement will be with a product product that was purchased at a retail store for that is identical or equivalent to the warranted personal, family or household use.
- Page 37 For added protection and secure handling of any CONTOURE product that is being returned, we • Repairs necessitated by use other than normal recommend that you use a traceable, insured home use / Products used in commercial delivery service.
- Page 38 • Damages caused by: services performed by NQP/CONTOURE and not the consumer will be unauthorized service companies; use of parts responsible for the reasonable cost of such other than genuine CONTOURE parts or parts...
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