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USER GUIDE
1.6 Cu. Ft.
Over-the-Range
Microwave
NS-OTR16WH8, NS-OTR16BS8, NS-OTR16SS8, NS-OTR16WH8-C, NS-OTR16BS8-C,
NS-OTR16SS8-C
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Safety Information
Precautions to Avoid Excessive Microwave Energy
Guidelines to prevent harmful exposure to microwave energy and ensure safe operation.
Important Safety Instructions
Essential warnings and cautions for safe usage of the microwave oven.
Installation and Setup
Unpacking and Examining Your Microwave
Steps for unpacking the microwave and checking for any shipping damage.
Grounding Instructions
Essential information on grounding the microwave oven for electrical safety.
Electrical Requirements
Details on the necessary voltage, frequency, and amperage for operating the microwave.
About Your Microwave Oven
Grounding Plug and Electrical Connection
Explanation of the 3-prong grounding plug, receptacle, and importance of proper connection.
General Operation Notes
Key operational tips including turntable use, food placement, and condensation.
Cooking Guidelines and Materials
Microwave Cooking Tips
Best practices for arranging, timing, covering, stirring, and checking food doneness.
Materials for Microwave Use
Lists of approved and prohibited materials for microwave cooking, including tests.
Microwave Oven Overview
Key Features
Overview of the microwave's capabilities including sensor cooking, power levels, and fan.
Package Contents
List of items included with the microwave oven upon purchase.
Microwave Oven Components
Visual identification and labels for major parts of the microwave oven.
Control Panel and Setup
Control Panel Functions
Detailed explanation of each button and its function on the microwave control panel.
Setting Up Your Microwave
Instructions on locating and following the installation guide for initial setup.
Turntable and Cooking Tips
Installing the Turntable
Step-by-step guide to correctly install the glass turntable and ring for operation.
Tips for Best Cooking Results
Advice on food temperature, size, stirring, turning, and placement for optimal cooking.
Microwave Cooking Procedures
Wrapping Food for Heating
Guidance on using paper towels or waxed paper to prevent food drying during heating.
Basic Cooking Steps
Instructions on setting cooking time, power level, and starting the microwave operation.
Advanced Cooking Functions
Multi-Stage Cooking
How to program sequential cooking stages with different times and power levels.
Setting Clock and Timer
Instructions for setting the clock and using the kitchen timer function.
Quick Cooking Options
Methods for starting immediate cooking or adding time in 30-second increments.
Defrosting and Sensor Cooking
Defrosting Food
Procedure for defrosting meat, poultry, or fish by weight using the dedicated function.
Tips for Defrosting Meat
Specific recommendations for defrosting various types of meat for best results.
Sensor Cooking
Using the sensor feature to automatically adjust cooking time based on food humidity.
Automatic Cooking Programs
Special Auto-Cook Settings
Details on using pre-programmed settings for pizza, potato, frozen dinner, rice, and vegetables.
Additional Controls and Features
Popcorn and Beverage Settings
Instructions for using the popcorn and beverage auto-cook functions.
Stop/Clear Button Functions
Functions of the STOP/CLEAR button for erasing, pausing, and canceling operations.
Light, Vent Fan, and Turntable Controls
How to operate the under-microwave light, exhaust vent fan, and turntable.
Child Lock Feature
Instructions for activating and deactivating the child lock feature for safety.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Microwave Exterior
Methods for cleaning the microwave's outside surfaces, door, and control panel.
Cleaning the Microwave Interior
Instructions for cleaning the inside cavity, waveguide cover, and removing odors.
Cleaning Exhaust Filters
Procedure for removing and cleaning the oven's exhaust filters.
Filter Replacement
Replacing the Charcoal Filter
Guide for changing the charcoal filter in non-vented installations.
Replacing Microwave Lights
Replacing Surface Light (External)
Steps to replace the exterior light bulbs under the microwave unit.
Replacing Microwave Light (Internal)
Procedure for replacing the internal oven light bulb.
Troubleshooting and Specifications
Troubleshooting Common Issues
A chart detailing common microwave problems and their potential solutions.
Obtaining Replacement Parts
Contact information for ordering replacement parts for the microwave oven.
Product Specifications
Technical details including model, dimensions, power ratings, and net weight.
Legal and Warranty Information
FCC Interference Statement
Information regarding potential radio frequency interference and compliance with FCC rules.
Copyright and Distributor Information
Details on product copyright, trademarks, and manufacturer/distributor contact.
One-Year Limited Warranty Details
Summary of warranty coverage, terms, conditions, how to obtain service, and limitations.
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