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- Page 1 Instructions for Use Microwave Bedienungsanweisung Mikrowelle Instructions d’Utilisation Micro-ondes Gebruiksaanwijzing Magnetronoven...
- Page 3 ENGLISH Dear Client, Above all, we would like to thank you for choosing our product. We are sure that this modern, functional and practical microwave oven, manufactured from the best materials, will satisfy your requirements. You are advised to read our operation manual carefully and the enclosed pamphlet to enable you to get the best results from your Microwave oven.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Installation Instructions ... 3 Important Information ... 4 Description of the Microwave Oven ... 6 The advantages of a microwave oven:... 6 How the microwave oven works ... 7 Why does the food heat up?... 7 Operating Instruction ... 9 Microwave function ... -
Page 5: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Remove oven from packing Remove all packing materials and accessories from the oven cavity. Check whether the following parts are in good condition: - door and hinges; - front of the oven; - inside and outside of oven. Should you find any faults DO NOT USE THE OVEN, and contact your dealer. -
Page 6: Important Information
Important Information WARNING: If the door or the door hinges are damaged, the oven should not be switched on until repaired by a qualified technician. WARNING: It is dangerous for anyone, except a qualified technician, to tamper with the apparatus or try to repair it in any way by removing any lid or covering which assures protection against the exposure to microwave energy. - Page 7 Eggs with their shell and whole boiled eggs shouldn’t be warmed up in microwave ovens as they may explode. Do not use any metal utensils inside the oven unless they were supplied with the oven and for that purpose. Do not warm up liquids or other food in closed recipients as they may explode. Do not warm up pure alcohol or alcoholic drinks.
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Page 8: Description Of The Microwave Oven
Description of the Microwave Oven The advantages of a microwave oven: In a conventional oven the heat radiated by the resistances or gas burners, slowly penetrates the food from the outside to the inside. There is, therefore, a great loss of energy in the heating of the air, oven components and recipients. -
Page 9: How The Microwave Oven Works
How the microwave oven works In the microwave oven there is a high voltage valve called "Magnetron" that converts electric energy to microwave energy. These electromagnetic waves are conducted to the inside of the oven cavity by means of wave-guide and spread by a mode stirrer or by a turntable. Inside the oven the microwaves spread out in all directions and are reflected by the metallic walls, penetrating the food evenly. - Page 10 The microwaves travel through porcelain, glass, cardboard or plastic but not through metal. Therefore, recipients made of or containing metal should not be used in the microwave oven. The microwaves are reflected by the metal They travel through glass, porcelain… They are absorbed by the food.
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Page 11: Operating Instruction
Operating Instruction See picture in enclosed leaflet and do as follows: 1. Plug the microwave oven into a suitable outlet (see installation instructions). 2. Open the door by pressing the Door Open Button (7). In models without this button, you need only pull the door. -
Page 12: Grill Function
Grill Function Set Function Selector (3) in position K. The oven has a temperature limit which controls the electric resistances by switching them on and off within certain limits. It is advisable to use the grill rack to bring the food closer to the grill and to obtain better results. Microwave and Grill function Set Function Selector (3) in position corresponding to the required power level in agreement with the following table. -
Page 13: Functioning Time
Functioning Time Desired functioning time is selected by rotating the Timer Button (5). For periods shorter than 2 minutes adjust the timer to a higher position and then back to the required time. Whenever the timer is in a position other than zero then the oven light should switch on. When the time is up, the timer will emit a sound signal and oven will automatically be switched off. - Page 14 CAUTION: at the end of the cooking process turn the Timer Button (5) to zero, otherwise the oven will start when the door is closed. Note: 1. To stop the oven before the programmed time, rotate the Timer Button (5) to zero or open the door. 2.
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Page 15: Advice For Good Usage Of The Oven
Advice for Good Usage of the Oven Working with microwaves Before using any dish, make sure that it is appropriate for use in microwaves (SEE ADVICE ON THE USE OF UTENSILS AND RECIPIENTS). Always make a slit in the food's shell before cooking it. Whenever heating liquids use a recipient with a large opening to allow the vapour to escape. -
Page 16: Functioning Of The Grill
Functioning of the grill For best results of the grill, use the grill rack supplied with the appliance. Do not place the grill rack in contact with the cavity’s metal surface as there may be an electric arc and consequent damages. IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. -
Page 17: Advice On The Use Of Cookware
Advice on the use of Cookware Metal Do not use metal dishes, tinned food, food wrapped in tin foil and cutlery inside the microwave oven. The metal reflects the microwaves and food is not heated. The food should be removed from its tin foil containers and placed in dishes that are appropriate for use in the microwave oven. -
Page 18: Recipient Test
Recipient Test If in doubt about the use of glass, glazed ceramic or porcelain dishes in the microwave oven, do the following test: 1. Place the empty dish and a glass of water inside the microwave oven; 2. Close the door; 3. -
Page 19: Lids
Lids The use of glass lids, plastic lids or plastic film is advisable because: 1. They prevent the release of excessive vapours especially when cooking for longer periods. 2. They increase the speed of heating food. 3. They prevent the food from drying up. 4. -
Page 20: Oven Maintenance
Oven Maintenance Cleaning MAKE SURE THAT THE OVEN IS UNPLUGGED BEFORE CLEANING THE OVEN. DON'T USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS. OUTSIDE 1. Clean the outside surface with a neutral detergent, warm water and dry it with a damp cloth. 2. Avoid water from entering the oven ventilation holes. INSIDE 1. -
Page 21: Light Replacement
Light Replacement In some models the light may be replaced by the user. These ovens have a lid on the left-hand side. To replace the light, do as follows: 1. Unplug the oven; 2. Remove the lid from the light compartment; 3. -
Page 22: Official Technical Assistance Service (T.a.s.)
Official Technical Assistance Service (T.A.S.) Solving Problems Repairs or interventions carried out by an unqualified serviceman can cause dangerous situations. Every and any kind of repair or intervention should be done by the manufacturer, authorised agents or qualified technicians. If you detect any abnormalities in the oven, check the following before you contact T.A.S: 1. - Page 23 SMEG S.p.A. VIA CIRCONVALLAZIONE NORD, 36 42016 GUASTALLA RE ITALIA Tel.: +39 0522 837 777 Fax: +39 0522 838 384...
- Page 24 ¡PRECAUCIÓN! Durante el funcionamiento del horno microondas, el marco y la puerta pueden alcanzar temperaturas que aconsejan tener precaución durante su utilización. VORSICHT! Der Mikrowellenherd kann wáhrend der inbetribnahme na tür und türrahmen bohe temperaturen erreichen, vorsicht ist empfohlen. WARNING! During the functioning of the microwave oven, the frame and the door may reach temperatures which require care when using the appliance.
- Page 25 Niveles de potencia. Einstellung der leistung. Power Levels. Niveaux de puissance. Níveis de potência Vermogensstanden. Livelli di Potenza. Επίπεδα Ισχύος. Microondas. Mikrowelle. P 01 -------- 130W Microwave. Micro-ondes. P 02 Microonde. Μικροκύµµατα. ------- 240W P 03 ------- 440W Grill + Microondas. Grilleistung + Mikrowelle.