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INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET CMW-70 Microwave Oven For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFETY 14. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 15. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or INSTRUCTIONS counter. 16. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that WARNING: come together on closing the door, use only To reduce the risk of mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons,...
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SAVE THESE SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER – Electric Shock Hazard FOR HOUSEHOLD Touching some of the internal components can USE ONLY. cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance. WARNING PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID – Electric Shock Hazard POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock.
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SPECIFICATIONS 12. Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purposes. This microwave oven is made for Model: CMW-70 household use only. Rated Voltage: 120V~60Hz 13. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration that could adversely...
5. Plug oven into a standard household outlet. or breaks, contact the retail store where Be sure voltage and frequency are the same as purchased or call Cuisinart consumer service: the voltage and frequency on the rating label. 800-726-0190. See page 13 for details.
MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE Arcing is sparks or electric flashes that crackle or pop. Arcing can produce heat that is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers being used in the microwave. It can also cause fire.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting the Timer 1. Press CLOCK/TIMER twice, the display will show “00:00.” Press the number buttons to set the timer. Example: To set 12 minutes and 15 seconds, press 1–2–1–5. NOTE: Timer can be set for up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, 99:99.
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Power Level Chart 3. Once you have made your selection, press the START +30SEC button to start PL10 100% High cooking. The tone will sound once. 4. Once cook time elapses, the tone will sound 5 times. NOTE: Final cooking results will vary according Medium High to food’s initial temperature, shape, quality, etc.
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Auto Cook Guide FUNCTION SUB-OPTIONS DISPLAY WEIGHT/ TIPS AMOUNT • Butter should be taken from refrigerator ½ stick Butter Melt A1-1 (4 tbsp.) • Cut into tablespoons and place in small bowl, uncovered • Butter should be taken from refrigerator ½...
Two-Stage Cooking To Run a Saved Procedure This function lets you program your oven to Press 0/MEMORY one, two or three times until automatically switch from one function to a the number of the desired saved procedure is second function. Be sure to follow steps in the displayed, then press START +30SEC.
To clean the outside of the unit: • It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. • Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects, as they can damage the unit.
How to Cook Vegetables FOOD WEIGHT/AMOUNT COOKING TIME POWER PREPARATION TIPS LEVEL Place in microwave-safe casserole dish with ¼ cup 2 globes (about 10 12 to 15 minutes, turn Artichokes High (PL10) water. Cover with vented lid, making sure cover does not oz.
(B) to another retail store which sells product registration card promptly to facilitate Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store verification of the date of original purchase. shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product,...
1. Put the Canadian bacon slices on a microwave- safe plate lined with paper towel. Cover bacon Nutritional information per serving (plain, scrambled eggs): with paper towels and put in the Cuisinart ® Calories 168 (67% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 13g • fat 12g Microwave Oven and microwave on High (PL10) sat.
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1. Put the chorizo, if using, in a microwave-safe ½-inch pieces dish. Spread the chorizo so it is in one layer. large egg yolks Cover and put into the Cuisinart Microwave ® tablespoons fresh lemon juice Oven and cook on High (PL10) for 4 minutes.
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3. Cook the salmon on High for 7 minutes. Ditch the boxed stuff for a night and give the Once cooking is complete, serve the salmon Cuisinart version a try. The cream cheese in on top of the spinach. the recipe keeps it nice and creamy and prevents the cheese from separating.
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1. Put the chicken with the broth into a 2-quart, microwave-safe baking dish. Place in the Enjoy artichokes any time with this fast and Cuisinart® Microwave Oven and cook on High easy method. at (PL10) for 12 minutes. Chicken is cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Creamy Herb Mayo bacon and then the remaining cheese on top. 6. Put potatoes on a plate and then cook on This mayonnaise can be whipped up in minutes High (PL10) for 1½ minutes to melt cheese for an easy yet flavorful dip. before serving.
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Add the milk, oil and vanilla extract and stir until combined. Dollop in the chocolate-hazelnut spread and stir gently to fold into the batter. 2. Put the mug into the Cuisinart Microwave ® Oven and cook on High (PL10) for 1 minute 15 seconds.
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