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700W MICROWAVE OVEN OWNER’S MANUAL MW7209B/W Visit our Web site at www.emersonradio.com UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS DEVICE COULD VOID MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. MW7209-OM-27May2011.indd 1 2011/5/27 12:16:39...
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety This appliance should be serviced only precautions should be followed, including the by qualified service personnel. Contact following: the nearest authorized service facility for WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric examination, repair or adjustment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE Keep the Waveguide Cover clean at all times. LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth persons: after each use. If you leave grease or fat Do not overheat the liquid.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN POPCORN must be popped in a microwave OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it corn popper. Microwave popped corn produces can always be returned to the oven for further a lower yield than conventional popping. Do cooking.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before It is occasionally necessary to remove the cleaning. glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm, sudsy water or in a dishwasher. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS OPERATION (CONTINUED) 1. Door Latches - When the door is closed, 8. Roller Guide - Supports the glass cooking they will automatically lock shut. If the door tray. Must always be in proper position before is opened while the oven is operating, the operating the oven.
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OPERATION SETTING THE CLOCK When first plugged in, the oven will display “: 0”. Set the time as follows: Press the CLOCK button; this Press one or two Number Press the CLOCK button; the is a 12 hour clock system. buttons to set the current display will show the present Press the CLOCK button once hour.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) WEIGHT DEFROST Weight Defrost lets you easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. The minimum weight for Auto Weight Defrost is 0.5 lb and maximum weight is 6.5 lbs. Press the DEFROST button Press one or two Number Press START/+30SEC.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) TIME DEFROST Time Defrost will automatically set the oven to defrost at a time set by the user. The minimum time for Time Defrost is 1 second. The maximum time is 59 minutes, 99 seconds. Press the DEFROST button Press Number buttons to set START/+30SEC.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) DEFROSTING/COOKING IN TWO STAGES The minimum weight for Weight Defrost is 0.5 lb and maximum weight is 6.5 lbs. The minimum time for Time Defrost is 1 second and maximum time is 59 minutes 99 seconds. Press the DEFROST button Press the Number buttons Press START/+30SEC.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) AUTO COOK Auto cook lets you easily cook items in the oven, as it will automatically set the times and power levels to give better results than one power only cooking. Press the AUTO COOK button Press the AUTO COOK button Press the AUTO COOK button once for 3.5 oz.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) Important Information About Microwave Popcorn Feature: 1. When selecting popcorn, it is suggested that you fold down a triangle on each corner of the bag before cooking. Refer to the picture at right. 2. If/When the popcorn bag expands and no longer rotates properly, please press STOP/CLEAR button once and open the oven door and adjust the bag position to ensure even cooking.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation by small children. The oven can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked. TO ACTIVATE: Press and hold TO DEACTIVATE: Press and the STOP/CLEAR button for hold the STOP/CLEAR button three seconds (when the time for three seconds;...
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OPERATION (CONTINUED) ENERGY SAVE This function is used for energy saving during the unit not in operation. TO ACTIVATE ENERGY SAVE MODE: Press the STOP/CLEAR button. Press and hold the CLOCK To operate the oven in energy “:0” or clock appears in the button for 3 seconds.
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COOKING GUIDE THE PRINCIPLES OF MICROWAVE COOKING Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio including AM, FM and CB. Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube. From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is transmitted to the oven where it is reflected, transmitted and absorbed by the food.
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) Some Foods Do Not Microwave Well Eggs in Shells and hard boiled eggs can burst. Pancakes do not crust, but they reheat well. Fully-prepared, frozen pancakes are available for microwaving. Deep Fat Frying can cause burns. Bottles with narrow necks may shatter if heated. Pop Popcorn only in special microwave poppers. Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer, or heat longer than recommended.
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) MEATS Guide for Cooking Meats Roasts, chops, hamburgers and small cuts of tender meat cook beautifully in the microwave oven. Most roasts can be cooked rare, medium rare or even well done in less than one hour. Less tender cuts of meat such as pot roast can be simmered fork-tender in a sauce or gravy.
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) EGGS & CHEESE Guide for Cooking Eggs & Cheese • CHEESE Cheese melts quickly and smoothly. When serving cheese as an appetizer, flavor is at peak when served at room temperature. Use a low power level for melting. Cheese melts best when shredded and heated with milk or other liquids. Stir cheese mixtures several times for even heating. •...
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) VEGETABLES Guide for Cooking Fresh Vegetables Nutrition research indicates that many microwaved vegetables and fruits lose less water soluble vitamin C than when cooked conventionally. This is due to shorter cooking time and to the fact that less cooking water is needed when microwaving fruits and vegetables.
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) SAUCES Guide for Cooking Sauces Sauces boil over rapidly, especially those that contain milk. As soon as the door is opened, cooking stops. If ingredients are not taken directly from the refrigerator, cooking time will be less than given in the recipe. Stir sauce quickly, about every 30 seconds to eliminate lumps.
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) PASTA & GRAINS Guide for Cooking Pasta and Grains Raw long grain rice takes time to rehydrate. Microwaving time is a little shorter than conventional, but the greatest advantage is the ease with which you can prepare fluffy rice without sticking or burning. Cooked rice and pasta reheat easily in the microwave oven without loss of flavor or texture. No extra water is needed to prevent sticking or drying, so there’s no danger of overcooking rice and pasta or thinning sauces. Food Salt Oil or...
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COOKING GUIDE (CONTINUED) Complete Meals from Table Leftovers Complete meals from leftovers can be prepared in advance. Foods can be frozen and ready for quick heating in the oven at any time. Choose foods suitable for freezing and put serving portions on paper, glass or china (no metal trim) plates.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Item Rating Specification Power Supply 120V~ 60Hz Power Consumption 1100W (10A) Microwave Output Power 700W Oven Capacity 0.7 cubic feet Outside Dimensions 17.6(W) x 13.4(D) x 10.6(H) inches (447mm x 341mm x 268mm) Weight 21.4 lbs (9.7 kgs) Approx. BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Refer to the following checklist before you call for service.
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NOTE: This warranty does not cover: (a) Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product. (b) Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and from a Regional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to perform warranty repairs. (c) Damage or improper operation of unit caused by customer abuse, misuse, negligence or failure to follow operating instructions provided with the product.
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EMERSON Part No. MW7209-04212011-01 Printed in China MW7209-OM-27May2011.indd 28 2011/5/27 12:16:42...
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