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- Page 1 Compact Digital Microwave User Guide Model Number: RHM2372 (DS) (SS) PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Page(s) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE 10-11 PRODUCT INFORMATION UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION 15-16 TURNTABLE INSTALLATION 17-18 CONTROL PANEL HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE 20-26 COOKING TIPS CLEANING THE MICROWAVE PROBLEM SOLVING 29-32 GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES SPARE PARTS CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY 35-36... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
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. •... - Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • A minimum clearance of 7.5 cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum clearance of 30 cm above the oven. • Use only cookware and utensils that are approved for use in a microwave oven.
- Page 5 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.
- Page 6 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.
- Page 7 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.
- Page 8 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. •...
- Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • On the right hand wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover, microwaves are passed through this to enable your food to cook. It is important that this wave guide cover is kept clean at all times.
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Page 10: About Your Microwave
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs microwave oven. This Russell Hobbs RHM2372 microwave is designed with a sleek and stylish contemporary look, featuring a mirror finish door and dark steel accents that add an attractive touch to your kitchen. Not... - Page 11 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.
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Page 12: Product Information
PRODUCT INFORMATION Model number RHM2372DS&SS Rated Voltage 230-240V ~ 50Hz Rated Output Power (Microwave) 800-900W Oven Capacity Glass plate Diameter 28.8cm External Dimensions (H x W x D) 28 x 46.9 x 37.7 cm Net Weight; Approx 12.63 kg Number of Power Levels Glass plate, Glass plate Accessories Included support and Waveguide cover. -
Page 13: Unpacking The Microwave
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE Before you use your microwave oven 1. Remove all the packaging. Do not remove the small piece of card from the right hand side of the cavity wall (Refer to the below image). This is called a waveguide cover and allows the microwaves to pass through to cook the food. -
Page 14: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1. Safety interlock latches 2. Microwave window 3. Oven cavity 4. Microwave top 5. Waveguide cover 6. Screen display 7. Control panel – buttons and dial 8. Glass plate 9. Glass plate support... -
Page 15: Microwave Oven Installation
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.) •... - Page 16 MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION The minimum installation height is 85cm. Th rear surface of the appliance should be placed against a wall. A minimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven.
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Page 17: Turntable Installation
GLASS PLATE INSTALLATION • Before first use, check that any securing tape and all packaging has been removed from the glass turntable and glass plate support. • These parts must never be restricted from rotating. • Never place the glass turntable upside down. •... - Page 18 GLASS PLATE INSTALLATION The glass turntable and glass plate support must always be used during cooking (as shown below). • Do not place the food directly onto the glass turntable, always place on or in suitable microwaveable cookware. Please check that crockery is microwave safe before using. •...
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Page 19: Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL Screen Display Cooking time, power, action indicators, and clock time are displayed. Power Press this button a number of times to set a cooking power level. Weight/Time Defrost Press this button to input weight or time for defrosting. Clock Press this button to set the clock and use the timer function. -
Page 20: How To Use The Microwave
HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Setting the clock (24 hour) For example, if you want to set the time to 8:30 (am:) Press the 'Clock' button twice, the display will show '00:00’. 2. Turn the 'Time/Weight/Auto Menu' dial clockwise until the hour display shows '08:'. - Page 21 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Press the power button and turn the 'Time/Weight/Auto Menu' dial to select the microwave power ‘P100’, ‘P80’, ’P50’, ‘P30’, ‘P10’ will display in order. 2. Press the ‘‘Start/+30Sec./Confirm’ button. 3. Once you have selected your microwave power you can turn the 'Time/Weight/Auto Menu' dial clockwise to set the cooking time desired.
- Page 22 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Defrost function Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking process. There are 2 defrosting methods: Defrost Setting Defrost Method dEF1 By weight dEF2 By time The microwave generally penetrates 4cm into most foods. For even defrosting results, ensure you turn the food over during the cycle.
- Page 23 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Auto cooking function As a digital microwave, the appliance features a default cooking menu, automatically calculating the cooking time based on the type of food and weight. 1. If the colon on the display is flashing you are able to activate the auto menu by turning the 'Time/Weight/Auto Menu' dial clockwise.
- Page 24 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE 2. Once you have turned the dial to select the appropriate setting, press the ‘’Start/+30Sec./Confirm’’ button to confirm. 3. Turn the ‘'Time/Weight/Auto Menu’ dial to choose the food weight, these are pre-set and listed in the above table. 4.
- Page 25 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE Kitchen timer This microwave can also be used as a timer. To set the timer follow the directions below: 1. Press the “Clock” button once; “00:00” will then display. 2. Turn the “Time/Weight/Auto Menu” dial to select the desired time. The maximum time is 95 minutes.
- Page 26 HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE General information • The ‘Start/+30Sec./Confirm’ button must be pressed again to continue cooking if the door is opened during a cooking cycle. • Once the cooking programme has been set, if the ‘Start/+30Sec./Confirm’ button is not pressed within 1 minute the current time will display and the setting will be cancelled.
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Page 27: Cooking Tips
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. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Microwave
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. -
Page 29: Problem Solving
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. - Page 30 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, on the wave guide 1.
- Page 31 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.
- Page 32 PROBLEM SOLVING Problem Potential reason Potential solution Check that the glass turntable has been placed correctly 1. Glass turntable on the turntable and is not stopping the door from fitted incorrectly shutting correctly. Door not shutting/ If the microwave is within its warranty period, please locking 2.
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Page 33: Guarantee & Customer Services
GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the place of purchase. Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer. The following conditions apply: •... -
Page 34: Spare Parts
SPARE PARTS To check the availability of the following spare parts, simply contact our friendly Customer Service team on 0345 209 7461. Glass plate Glass plate support Waveguide cover... -
Page 35: Connection To The Mains Supply
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. - Page 36 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: •...
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Page 37: Notes
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Page 40: Disposal
Made by Product Care Trading Limited under license from Spectrum Brands (UK) Limited. Product Care Trading Ltd, Unit 1, Green Bank Business Park, Swan Lane, Hindley Green, Wigan, WN2 4AY, United Kingdom / Product Care (Ireland) Ltd, Unit 3D North Point House, North Point Business Park, New Mallow Road, Cork, T23 AT2P, Ireland.
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