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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
Reducing Risk of Injury
Precautions to minimize personal injury, including handling hot liquids and supervision of children.
Product Specifications
Post-Unpacking Inspection
Instructions for examining the oven for damage after unpacking and notifying the dealer.
Intended Use Cases
Specifies the suitable household and workplace environments for the appliance.
Optimal Placement Guidelines
Recommendations for positioning the microwave oven for proper ventilation and safety.
Electrical Safety and Grounding
Earthing Installation
Details on the necessity of earthing the appliance to prevent electric shock.
Electrical Connection Advice
Recommendations for using quality plugs and sockets, and power supply considerations.
Radio Interference and Arcing
Minimizing Radio Interference
Measures to reduce or eliminate interference with radio and TV reception.
Understanding Arcing Causes
Explanation of common causes for sparks (arcing) within the microwave oven.
Cookware Compatibility Guide
Lists suitable and unsuitable cookware materials for microwave cooking.
Oven Components and Turntable Setup
Turntable Installation Procedure
Proper steps and precautions for installing the glass tray and turntable ring.
Microwave Oven Installation
Countertop Placement
Guidance on selecting a level surface and ensuring adequate clearance for vents.
Cabinet Installation Notes
Advice on cabinet preparation, including not removing protective covers.
Control Panel Overview
Display Screen Features
Details on what information is shown on the display screen during operation.
Key Control Buttons
Explanation of the functions of buttons like POWER, TIMER, COOK, CLOCK, etc.
Operating Instructions Summary
Basic steps for initial setup, pausing, canceling, and end-of-cooking notifications.
Cooking Modes and Settings
Clock and Timer Functions
How to set and use the clock and independent timer features.
Express & Quick Cooking
Using direct start buttons and the +30 Sec. function for fast cooking.
Microwave Cooking and Power Levels
Steps for manual cooking, setting time, and selecting power levels.
Speed Defrost Operation
Procedure for defrosting food based on time using the speed defrost setting.
Troubleshooting and Normal Occurrences
Normal Operational Observations
Explanation of non-fault conditions like dim oven light and steam.
Common Oven Faults and Solutions
Guidance on diagnosing and resolving issues like oven not starting or heating.
Cleaning and Care Instructions
Inside Oven Cleaning Procedures
Methods for cleaning spills, spatters, and removing odors from the oven interior.
Turntable, Base, and Door Care
Instructions for cleaning removable parts and the oven door and seals.
Exterior and Control Panel Cleaning
Guidelines for safely cleaning the outer surfaces and the control panel.
General Microwave Cooking Guidelines
Optimizing Cooking Results
Tips for avoiding undercooking/overcooking by checking power and time.
Defrosting and Food Preparation
Techniques for defrosting, and how food composition and size affect cooking.
Heat Distribution and Standing Time
Methods for even heating using stirring, arranging, and standing time.
Microwave Recipe Collection
Apricot Chicken Recipe
Ingredients and step-by-step instructions for preparing Apricot Chicken.
Courgette and Carrot Muffins Recipe
Recipe for healthy muffins, including ingredients and microwave preparation.
Additional Microwave Recipes
Easy Whole Wheat Loaf Recipe
Step-by-step guide for baking a whole wheat loaf using the microwave.
Baked Eggs Recipe
Instructions for cooking eggs quickly and easily in the microwave.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Operation and Safety Queries
Answers to questions about running the oven empty, door operation, and moisture.
Cooking and Turntable Usage
Information on cooking time variations, turntable use, and popcorn preparation.
Customer Support and Branches
South African Service Locations
List of Defy service branches across various cities in South Africa.
Sub-Saharan Africa Service Partners
Contact details for service partners in Zambia, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Swaziland, Mozambique.
Product Warranty Information
Warranty Terms and Conditions
Information on the two-year warranty, repair policies, and what voids the warranty.
Warranty Exclusions and Limitations
Items and conditions not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
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