Magic Chef Mcd990Sc Users Manual

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0.9 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Microwave Oven

MCD990SC

So Right at Home.

Instruction Manual

and Cooking Guide

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.

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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.

the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent),

(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly

qualified service personnel.

PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................................1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................2

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY

INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY)...............................................................................3

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................................................................3

INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................4

SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................................5

FEATURES DIAGRAM .......................................................................................................................6

OPERATION PROCEDURE...............................................................................................................8

CONTROLS .........................................................................................................................................9

SETTING THE CLOCK .................................................................................................................9

TIME DEFROSTING......................................................................................................................9

WEIGHT DEFROSTING .............................................................................................................10

COOKING IN ONE STAGE ........................................................................................................11

COOKING IN TWO STAGES .....................................................................................................11

KITCHEN TIMER MODE ............................................................................................................12

SPEEDY COOK...........................................................................................................................13

ONE TOUCH COOKING.............................................................................................................13

LESS, MORE ...............................................................................................................................15

CHILD SAFETY LOCK................................................................................................................15

TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING....................................................15

UTENSIL TEST............................................................................................................................16

MICROWAVE UTENSILS...........................................................................................................16

COOKING GUIDE .......................................................................................................................17

CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.....................................................................................26

USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY..............................................................................27

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ........................................................................................28

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ..................................................................................................28

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING-To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive

microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS

AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO

EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect

only to properly grounded outlet.

See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on

page 3.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accor-

dance with the provided installation instructions.

5. Some products such as whole eggs and

sealed containers - for example, closed glass

jars-may explode and should not be heated

in this oven.

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use

as described in this manual. Do not use

corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.

This type of oven is specifically designed to

heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for

industrial or laboratory use.

7. As with any appliance, close supervision is

necessary when used by children.

8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a

damaged cord or plug, if it is not working

properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

9. This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel.

Contact nearest authorized service facility

for examination, repair or adjustment.

10. Do not cover or block any openings on the

appliance.

11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not

use this product near water — for example,

near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or

near a swimming pool, and the like.

12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or

counter.

15. Either:

a) When cleaning surfaces of door and oven

that comes together on closing the door,

use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or

detergents applied with a sponge or soft

cloth , or

b) When separate cleaning instructions are

provided, See door surface cleaning

instructions on (specific page or section to

be included).

16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend

appliance if paper, plastic, or other com-

bustible materials are placed inside the

oven to facilitate cooking.

b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic

bags before placing bag in oven.

c) If materials inside the oven should ignite,

keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and

disconnect the power cord, or shut off

power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

d) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.

Do not leave paper products, cooking

utensils, or food in the cavity when not in

use.

17. Do not use this microwave oven to heat

corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides and

chlorides). Vapours from such corrosive

chemicals may interact with the contact and

springs of the safety interlock switches

thereby rendering them inoperable.

18. Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times.

Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth

after each use. If you leave grease or fat

anywhere in the cavity it may overheat,

smoke or even catch fire when next using

the oven.

19. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you

cannot control the temperature and doing so

may lead to overheating and fire.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

STATEMENT(U.S.A. ONLY)

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,

that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio

and television reception.

It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18

of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in

a residential installation.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the followings.

• Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

• Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven

and receiver are on different branch circuits.

THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by

UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of

the user to correct such interference.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces

the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This appliance is equipped

with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet

that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not

completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly

grounded, and either :

(1) If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord

that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept

the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall

be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. or

(2) Do not use an extension cord, if the power supply cord is too short,

have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

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INSTALLATION

1. Examine the oven after unpacking.

Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity.

If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.

2. Level, flat location.

Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.

3. Ventilation.

Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause

a failure.

For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.

4. Away from radio and TV sets.

Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio,

antenna, feeder, etc.

Place the oven as far from them as possible.

5. Away from heating appliances and water taps.

Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids. These things can adversely affect oven wiring

and contacts.

6. Power supply.

This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 12 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60Hz

and a grounded outlet. A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available

and may be used if care is exercised.

If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great

as the electrical rating of the oven.

The Extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The longer cord should be arranged so that it

will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over

unintentionally.

7. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 100mm.

When use 3-pronged plug When use grounding adaptor, make

sure the receptacle box is fully

grounded.

3-prong Receptacle

Receptacle

Box cover

3-prong plug

Receptacle Box Cover

Receptacle

Grounding

Lead

Grounding

Adaptor

“THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE DOES NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE GROUNDING ADAPTOR”

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SPECIFICATIONS

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

POWER SUPPLY

120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING

POWER CONSUMPTION 1350 W

MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER 900 W

FREQUENCY 2450 MHz

OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 495 X 294 X 410 mm (19.5 X 11.6 X 16.7 in.)

CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 320 X 228 X 338 mm (12.6 x 9.0 x 13.3 in)

NET WEIGHT APPROX. 15 KG (33.1 lbs.)

TIMER 59 min. 99 sec.

POWER LEVELS 10 LEVELS

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1. Door latch-When the door is closed it will

automatically shut off. If the door is opened

while the oven is operating, the magnetron

will automatically shut off.

2. Door seal-The door seal maintains the

microwave within the oven cavity and

prevents microwave leakage.

3. Oven cavity

4. Spatter shield-Protects the microwave

outlet from splashes of cooking foods.

5. Safety interlock system-Prevents the oven

from operating while the door is opened.

6. Glass cooking tray-Made of special heat

resistant glass. The tray must always be

in proper position before operating.

Do not cook food directly on the tray.

7. Roller guide-Supports the glass cooking

tray.

8. Door screen-Allows viewing of food.

The screen is designed so that light

can pass through, but not the microwaves.

FEATURES DIAGRAM

12 3 4 5

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9. Time set pad-Used to set the cooking time

and the present time.

10. Display-Cooking time, power level,

indicators and present time are displayed.

11. One touch-Used to cook or reheat specific

quantities of food.

12. More-Used to add time to cooking.

13. Less-Used to remove time from cooking.

14. Auto Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for

weight)

15. Power-Used to set power level.

16. Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for time)

17. Kitchen Timer-Used as a minute timer, to

delay the start of cooking, or to set a holding

time after cooking.

18. Clock-Used to set clock.

19. Stop/Clear-Used to stop the oven operation

or to delete the cooking data.

20. Start/Speedy cook-Used to start the oven

and also used to set a reheat time.

FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)

MCD990SC

900W

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The oven light is on only when the microwave

oven is operating.

The oven door can be opened at any time

during operation by touching the door release

button on the control panel. The oven will

automatically shut off.

Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound

to acknowledge the touch.

The oven automatically cooks on full power

unless set to a lower power level.

The display will show “ : 0” when the oven is

plugged in.

Time clock returns to the present time when the

cooking time ends.

When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during

the oven operation, the oven stops cooking and

all information retained. To erase all

information(except the present time), touch the

STOP/CLEAR pad once more. If the oven door is

opened during the oven operation, all information

is retained.

If the START pad is touched and the oven does

not operate, check the area between the door

and door seal for obstructions and make sure the

door is closed securely. The oven will not start

cooking until the door is completely closed or the

program has been reset.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

This section includes useful information about oven operation.

1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 15 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet.

2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray.

The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.

3. Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.

Make sure the oven is properly installed and

plugged into the electrical outlet.

WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART

• The power-level is set by pressing the POWER pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and

the percentage of power.

Power level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power

Touch POWER pad

once P-HI 100%

twice P-90 90%

3 times P-80 80%

4 times P-70 70%

5 times P-60 60%

6 times P-50 50%

7 times P-40 40%

8 times P-30 30%

9 times P-20 20%

10 times P-10 10%

11 times P-00 0%

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CONTROLS

SETTING THE CLOCK

When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash “:0” and a tone will sound. If the AC power

ever goes off, the display shows “ : 0” when the power comes back on.

1. Touch CLOCK pad.

This is a 12 hour clock system.

2. Touch CLOCK pad once more.

This is a 24 hour clock system.

3. Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers

in sequence.

4. Touch CLOCK pad.

NOTE: If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and a error signal tone will

sound. Touch the CLOCK pad and re-enter the time.

The display stops blinking, and the colon starts

blinking. If you selected 12 hour clock system,

this digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to

12:59. If you selected 24 hour clock system, this

digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.

TIME DEFROSTING

When DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of

alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.

When you touch START pad, the DEF indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the DEFROST mode.

The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the DEFROST mode.

The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When

the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

NOTE : This oven has multiple clock

systems. If you want 12 hour

clock system, omit this step.

1. Touch DEFROST pad.

2. Touch number pads for the

desired defrosting time.

3. Touch START pad.

The DEF indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

CLOCK

DEFROST

Note : Your oven can be programmed for

59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )

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WEIGHT DEFROSTING

AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting

time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.

1. Touch MEAT pad.

2. Select the desired defrosting weight.

(Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

3. Touch START pad.

The lb indicator light and “ 1.0 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

MEAT DEFROSTING begins.

The defrosting time is automatically determined by the weight selected.

When you touch START pad, the lb indicator goes off and the DEF indicator blinks and the defrosting time

counts down in the display window. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food

needs to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

MEAT

1. Touch POULTRY pad.

2. Select the desired defrosting weight.

(Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

3. Touch START pad.

The lb indicator light and “ 1.5 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

POULTRY DEFROSTING begins.

POULTRY

1. Touch FISH pad.

2. Select the desired defrosting weight.

(Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)

3. Touch START pad.

Touch pad MEAT POULTRY FISH

once 1.0 lb 1.5 lb 0.5 lb

twice 1.5 lb 2.0 lb 1.0 lb

3 times 2.0 lb 2.5 lb 1.5 lb

4 times 2.5 lb 3.0 lb 2.0 lb

* WEIGHT DEFROST CHART

The lb indicator light and “ 0.5 ” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

FISH DEFROSTING begins.

FISH

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COOKING IN TWO STAGES

All recipes require the frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking.

This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking.

When you touch START pad, the DEF and M/W indicators come on to confirm the power levels

selected. The DEF indicator starts blinking to show you that the oven is in DEFROST mode.

The display counts down the time remaining in DEFROST mode. When the oven beeps, turn over,break

apart and/or redistribute the food. At the end of DEFROST mode, the oven will beep and start M/W cook.

The DEF indicator goes off and the M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time

remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

1. Touch DEFROST pad.

2. Touch number pads for the defrosting time you want.

4. Touch number pads for the desired cooking time.

5. Touch START pad.

The DEF indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

The M/W indicator lights and “P-HI” is displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

This example shows power level 5.

The display will show what you touched.

COOKING IN ONE STAGE

When you touch START pad, the M/W indicator starts blinking to show the oven is cooking.

The display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left. When the cooking time ends, you

will hear 3 beeps.

1. Touch POWER pad.

(Select the desired power

level.)

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2. Touch number pads for the cooking time.

3. Touch START pad.

The M/W indicator lights.

The display will show what you touched.

This example shows power level 5.

The display will show what you touched.

NOTE: Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such

as cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.

Note : If steps 1 and 2 are omitted,

the oven will cook at full power.

Note : Your oven can be programmed for

59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )

POWER

DEFROST

POWER 3.Touch POWER pad.

(Select the desired power level. )

X 6

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1. Program the desired cooking time.

3. Press the amount of time you want the oven to hold.

4. Touch START pad.

The M/W indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in M/W mode.

When the M/W cook ends, the oven will beep. The M/W indicator goes off and TIMER indicator

starts blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When the

KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.

2. Press the amount of time you want to delay.

3. Program the desired power level and cooking time

for food to be cooked.

4. Touch START pad.

When you touch START pad, the TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the

time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, the oven will beep.

The TIMER indicator goes off and M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time

remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0 ” is

displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

The M/W indicator lights and the selected

power level & cooking time are displayed.

Note : Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )

KITCHEN

TIMER

KITCHEN TIMER MODE

Timer operates as a minute timer, can be set to delay cooking and used to set a holding time after cooking.

However delay cooking can not be programmed for defrost. Timer operates without microwave energy.

1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER

pad.

2. Press the amount of time you want to count down.

3. Touch START pad.

The TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN

TIMER mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.

The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is

displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

KITCHEN

TIMER

HOW TO USE AS A MINUTE TIMER

HOW TO USE TO DELAY THE START OF COOKING

2. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.

The M/W indicator lights and the selected

time is displayed.

The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is

displayed.

The display will show what you touched.

KITCHEN

TIMER

HOW TO USE TO SET A HOLDING TIME

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1. Touch SPEEDY COOK pad. When you touch SPEEDY COOK, ":30" is

displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts reheating.

POPCORN

SPEEDY

COOK

1. Touch POPCORN pad once

for 3.5 oz bag. When you touch POPCORN pad once,

“ 3.5 ” is displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

FROZEN

PIZZA

1. Touch FROZEN PIZZA pad

once for 7 oz pizza or

twice for 14 oz pizza.

When you touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once,

“ 7 ” is displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

the cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

* FROZEN PIZZA *

• 7 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA once.

• 14 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA twice within 1.5 seconds.

NOTE: 1 Use only one frozen pizza at a time

2. Use only frozen pizza made for microwave ovens.

3. If the cheese of frozen pizza does not melt sufficiently, cook a few seconds longer.

4. Some brands of frozen pizza may require more or less cooking time.

NOTE: 1. Use prepackaged room-temperature microwave popcorn.

2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturer’s directions.

3. Pop only one bag at a time.

4. After popping, open bag carefully: popcorn and steam are extremely hot.

5. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.

6. Do not leave oven unattended while popping popcorn.

CAUTION: If prepackaged popcorn is of a different weight than the recommended weight, do not use

the popcorn pad. Follow the manufacturer instruction.

SPEEDY COOK

SPEEDY COOK allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100% (full power) by simply touching the

SPEEDY COOK pad.

By repeatedly touching the SPEEDY COOK pad, you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes by

30 second increments.

ONE TOUCH COOKING

One touch cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad.

To increase quantity, touch the chosen pad until number in display is same as the desired quantity to cook.

(except for POPCORN)

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ONE TOUCH COOKING (continued)

1. Touch BEVERAGE pad once

for 1 cup, twice for 2 cups or

three times for 3 cups.

BEVERAGE

When you touch BEVERAGE pad once, “ 1 ” is

displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

1. Touch DINNER PLATE pad

once for 12 oz of dinner plate

or twice for 15 oz of dinner

plate.

DINNER

PLATE

When you touch DINNER PLATE pad once,

“12” is displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

* BEVERAGE* (200ml/cup)

• 1 cup (mug) : Touch BEVERAGE once.

• 2 cups (mugs) : Touch BEVERAGE twice within 1.5 seconds.

• 3 cups (mugs) : Touch BEVERAGE three times within 1.5 seconds.

* DINNER PLATE *

• 12 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE once.

• 15 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE twice within 1.5 seconds.

1. Touch FRESH VEGETABLE

pad once for 7 oz of fresh

vegetable or twice for 14 oz of

fresh vegetable.

FRESH

VEGETABLE

When you touch FRESH VEGETABLE pad

once, “7” is displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

* FRESH VEGETABLE *

• 7 oz : Touch FRESH VEGETABLE once.

• 14 oz : Touch FRESH VEGETABLE twice within 1.5 seconds.

1. Touch FROZEN VEGETABLE

pad once for 7 oz of frozen

vegetable or twice for 14 oz of

frozen vegetable.

FROZEN

VEGETABLE

When you touch FROZEN VEGETABLE pad

once, “7” is displayed.

After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into

cooking time and the oven starts cooking.

* FROZEN VEGETABLE *

• 7 oz : Touch FROZEN VEGETABLE once.

• 14 oz : Touch FROZEN VEGETABLE twice within 1.5 seconds.

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LESS, MORE

To alter one touch cooking or cooking time whilst oven is in operation, use LESS or MORE.(except

for defrosting)

Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the one touch cooking time in multiples of 10 seconds.

The overall one touch cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes 50 seconds.

Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.

The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes.

CHILD SAFETY LOCK

The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.

To set, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator lights.

To cancel, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator goes off.

TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING

1. Press STOP/CLEAR pad.

• You can restart the oven by touching START pad.

• Touch STOP/CLEAR once more to erase all instructions.

• You must enter in new instructions.

2. Open the door.

• You can restart the oven by closing the door and touching START.

NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.

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UTENSIL TEST

MICROWAVE UTENSILS

Glass, Ceramic and China

Ovenproof glass or ceramic baking dishes are the most used microwave utensils.

Many of these items are readily available in most homes: glass measures, custard cups, mixing bowls,

covered casseroles, pie plates and round or square cake dishes. Ovenproof dinnerware is usually safe

to use in the microwave.

Do not heat or cook in glass jars or bottles.

Do not use dishes with silver, gold, platinum or other metal trim. Arcing may occur and/or the dish may

break.

Do not use delicate or stemmed glassware. Although the glass may be transparent to microwave energy,

heat from the food may cause the glassware to crack.

Plastics

Plastic dishes, cups, mugs and bowls may be used in the oven for short periods of time. None of these

should be used in the oven for prolonged periods because distortion and melting may occur.

Check manufacturer’s recommendations concerning microwave safety.

Plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in most recipes if the dish is deep enough to avoid plastic wrap

touching the food. Always vent the wrap by folding back one corner to allow excess steam to escape.

Plastic cooking bags should be slit before cooking so excess steam can escape.

Do not use wire twist ties to close the bag. Wire twist ties can cause arcing which can damage the oven.

Paper

Paper cups, wax paper, napkins, paper towels, and plates may be used for short cooking. Prolonged time

in the oven can cause paper to burn. Do not use recycled paper products, such as brown paper bags.

They contain impurities which may cause arcing and damage the oven.

Metal

Metal utensils should not be used in the oven. Metal reflects microwave energy so foods will not cook

evenly. Metal can cause arcing and damage the oven.

Dishes that do not absorb microwave energy are best for microwave

cooking. Lock on the label to verify that particular cups, glasses,

plates are indeed suitable, especially paper goods. If you are not

sure, try this utensil test to check.

• Put the empty utensil in the microwave oven.

• Put one cup of water in a glass measure next to the empty utensil.

• Heat on HI for 1 minute.

• After 1 minute the water should be warm but the utensil should

not. If the utensil is warm, it is not suitable for microwave cooking.

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EGGS AND CHEESE

Eggs and cheese are delicate foods requiring care in

microwave cooking. Piercing the yolks of eggs helps to

release steam during cooking. Stirring egg mixtures

frequently helps distribute the heat evenly. Because the

microwave energy cooks so quickly, always check to see

if the eggs are done to your satisfaction after the standing

time. At this time, stir, rearrange or turn over. If needed,

add additional time gradually. To cook only one egg, try a

lower Power setting until you get satisfactory results.

Shredded soft cheeses and grated hard cheeses melt well

if stirred into a hot mixture. Cheese may not look melted so

always stir before determining if cheese is melted enough.

Sprinkle cheese over a hot casserole in a thicker layer at

the edges. Microwave energy cooks from the outside in, so

the outer edges will melt faster than the center.

For cheese melt sandwiches, heat filling where possible

before adding it to the bread. Top each sandwich with a

slice of cheese and cook on P-HI for about 15 to 20

seconds for one sandwich, about 30 seconds for two

sandwiches and about 1 minute for four sandwiches or

until cheese is melted.

HARD-COOKED EGGS

4 eggs

1. In a 4-cup glass measure, break eggs. Pierce

each yolk twice with a fork.

2. Cover with wax paper. Press P-5. Cook for 2

minutes; stir to move cooked eggs from outer

edges to the center - do not mix whites and

yolks. Press P-5. Continue cooking for 2 to 3

minutes or until yolks are set; stir once during

cooking. Let stand 3 minutes.

4 servings

CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE

1 cup (4 oz.) uncooked macaroni

1 quart hot water

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons margarine or butter

1/4 cup chopped onion

2 tablespoons flour

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

11/4 cups milk

11/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine macaroni,

water and salt. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 7

minutes; stir once during cooking. Continue

cooking on P-HI for 8 to 10 minutes or until

macaroni is tender. Drain; rinse macaroni in a

colander with hot water.

Heat margarine in same casserole for 30 to 40

seconds or until melted. Add onion. Cook, uncovered,

on P-HI for 1 minute or until onion is tender.

3. Add flour, mustard, salt and pepper. Gradually

stir in milk. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 7 to 8

minutes or until sauce boils and thickens; stir

after each minute. Stir in cheese. Continue

cooking on P-HI for 1 minute.

4. Add macaroni to cheese sauce; mix well. Cook,

uncovered, on P-HI for 4 minutes or until heated

thoroughly; stir once during cooking. Let stand 1

minute.

4 servings

CHEESE SPREAD

1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese

1/2 cup green onions

1 cup shredded carrots

2 teaspoons lime juice

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

4 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole put cream cheese,

onions, carrots and lime juice.

2. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 3 to 4 minutes or

until cream cheese is softened. Add Monterey

Jack cheese; stir until well blended.

3. Spread on bread or crackers and top with

almonds.

4 servings

COOKING GUIDE

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VEGETABLES

Vegetables are favorite foods when cooked in the

microwave. Because they cook for a shorter time and

require less water than conventional cooking,

vegetables cooked by microwave energy retain more

vitamins than when cooked by other methods.

To cook better in the microwave, vegetables should be

cut into evenly sized pieces. Baked potatoes, squash,

or vegetables with skins can be pierced with a fork and

arranged in a circle for the best cooking results. Uneven

vegetables such as asparagus or broccoli, can be

arranged in the dish alternating thick and thin ends.

Stirring, rearranging, turning over and rotating are

effective techniques to maximize the way microwave

energy cooks vegetables.

Consult the “COOKING FRESH VEGETABLES” chart

on page 20 of this cookbook for preparation and stand

time suggestions and for directions to use the automatic

FRESH VEGETABLE pad. See this chart for

suggested times for 4 ounce single serving of

vegetables.

Use care in removing lid to prevent steam burn.

Standing time is an important element in successful

cooking because additional cooking will take place

then. Make a decision about desired doneness after the

standing time then add more time, if needed.

LIGHT BAKED POTATOES

baking potatoes, about 8 oz. each salt and pepper

2 cups low fat cottage cheese

1/2 cup sliced green onions

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Paprika

Scrub potatoes and pierce several times with a fork.

Arrange in a circle on a microwave rack.

2. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 8 minutes. Turn each

potato over. Continue cooking on P-HI for 6 to 8

minutes, or until potatoes are soft if squeezed

lightly. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut slit on top of

potato and press ends to make opening for stuffing.

Salt and pepper to taste.

3. Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine cottage

cheese, green onions and parsley. Divide mixture

evenly among potatoes. Arrange stuffed potatoes

in a circle on a serving platter. Sprinkle with paprika

4 servings

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP

2 tablespoons chopped onion

1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)

1 clove garlic, minced

package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, defrosted

can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine onion, bell pepper,

and garlic.

2. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 3 minutes or until red

pepper is crisp-tender; drain spinach and squeeze

dry.

Add spinach, artichokes hearts, cream cheese,

lemon juice, salt and hot pepper sauce to red

pepper mixture; stir to mix well. Serve warm.

3 cups

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BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup cauliflower florets

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 to 2 teaspoons prepared mustard

1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed

1/4 teaspoon salt

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine broccoli and

cauliflower

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI

for 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-

crisp; cool.

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, basil

and salt. Pour over vegetables; toss gently to mix.

4 servings

HOT JALAPENO SALAD

11/2 cups shredded cabbage

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/4 cup medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch

long thin strips

1/2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes

1/4 cup sliced green onion

2 tablespoons fresh, chopped cilantro

1/4 cup Monterey Jack jalapeno cheese, cut into

1 inch cubes

3 oz. cream cheese, softened

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

1. In a 1/2-quart glass casserole, combine cabbage,

carrots, bell pepper, tomatoes, green onion and

cilantro. Set aside.

2. In a 4-cup glass measure, combine cheese cubes,

creamed cheese and vinegar; blend well.

Press P-3. Cook, uncovered, for 4 minutes; stir twice

during cooking. Continue cooking on P-HI for 1

minute; stir. Let stand for 2 minutes; stir until smooth.

Pour cheese over vegetable mixture; toss gently to

mix.

Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for

about 3 minutes or until mixture is heated thoroughly;

stir once during cooking. Let stand for 2 minutes.

4 servings

CHINESE STIR-FRY

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger

1/4 cup sliced green onion

4 medium (or 12 small) carrots, peeled and sliced

1/2 cup green bell pepper, cut into strips

1 package (6 oz.) frozen pea pods

1 cup fresh bean sprouts

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine oil, garlic,

ginger and onion. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 1

minute. Add carrots and green pepper.

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Continue

cooking on P-HI for 3 minutes.

3. Add pea pods, bean sprouts and soy sauce, stirring

to mix; cover. Continue cooking on P-HI for 2

minutes. Stir in mushrooms. Continue cooking on

P-HI for 3 minutes; stir once. Let stand, covered, for

3 minutes.

4 servings

WILTED SPINACH SALAD

6 slices bacon

1/4 cup bacon drippings or oil

1/2 pound fresh spinach leaves

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons vinegar

1. Arrange bacon on microwave rack. Cover with

microwave paper towel. Cook on P-HI for 4 to 5

minutes or until bacon is crisp, rearrange once

during cooking. Pour 1/4 cup bacon drippings into a

2-cup glass measure; discard any remaining

drippings. Drain and crumble bacon.

2. Wash spinach leaves, pat dry and put in a serving

bowl. Add sugar and vinegar to reserved drippings;

stir to mix well.

3. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 1 minute or until

boiling.

Carefully stir, then pour over fresh spinach. Serve

immediately.

4 servings

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VEGETARIAN CHILI

1/2 cup celery, chopped

1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)

1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup)

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

can (15 1/2oz.) mild chili beans in sauce, undrained

1 can (15 oz.) Great Northern beans, drained

can (15 oz.) chick peas (garbanzo beans), drained

cans (about 15 oz. each) diced tomatoes, undrained

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine celery, onion

and green pepper.

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI

for 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Add chili powder, salt, red pepper and black pepper

to vegetables; mix well. Stir in chili beans with

sauce, Great Northern beans, chick peas and

tomatoes.

3. Continue cooking on P-HI for 18 to 20 minutes or

until heated thoroughly; stir once during cooking.

Stir before serving.

4 servings

GLAZED BABY CARROTS

1 pound peeled baby carrots

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Dash ground cloves

1. In a 1 1/2-quart glass casserole, combine carrots,

butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and cloves.

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI

for 9 to 10 minutes or until carrots are tender; stir

every 2 minutes during cooking. Let stand for 3

minutes.

4 servings

CANDIED SWEET POTATOES

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/4 1bs.)

2 medium tart baking apples

1/4 cup apple cider or juice

1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

2 tablespoon margarine or butter

1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts

1. Wash and peel sweet potatoes and apples; slice in

1/4-inch slices. Layer slices in a 1 1/2-quart glass

casserole.

Pour juice over the top. In a small bowl, combine

brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle on top; cut

margarine into small pieces; place evenly on top.

Sprinkle with nuts.

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI

for 12 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

3. Let stand for 3 minutes.

4 servings

GREEN BEANS IN CREAM SAUCE

package (10 oz.) frozen French-style green beans

can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed cream of celery soup,

undiluted

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1/4 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

1 can (2.8 oz.) French fried onions

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, place green beans.

Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI

for 4 to 5 minutes or until heated. Let stand,

covered, for 5 minutes; drain. Stir in mushrooms,

soup, milk and soy sauce.

2. Continue cooking on P-HI for 5 minutes or until

heated thoroughly. Add half onions; stir. Continue

cooking on P-HI for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with

remaining onions. Cook, uncovered, for 1 minute.

Let stand, uncovered, for 2 minutes before serving.

4 servings

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FISH AND SEAFOOD

Delicate, tender fish is the result when cooked in the

microwave. Because it is moist cooking, the finished

fish and seafood, if cooked for the appropriate time, will

be opaque and flake with a fork with no signs of

dryness.

Because fish is unevenly shaped, the arrangement is

critical to success. To arrange several fillets in a deep

glass pie plate, put thicker edges to the outside and

thinner edges to the inside. Try to create a circle for best

results, even overlap thin ends where necessary to

achieve overall even thickness.

Single items may do better if the thin ends are shielded

with a foil. Some rules apply to the use of foil-Never

cover more than one-third of any item; do not let the foil

pieces touch each other or the sides of the microwave

oven, and be sure that all ends are tucked under and lie

flat to the food. Cover with wax paper to prevent

spattering.

Seafood cooks very quickly in the microwave-about 3 to

4 minutes per pound. Wait for stand time, then proceed

carefully with extra time, to finish cooking without

overcooking. Cooked seafood will be opaque and firm,

but not tough.

Frozen fish and seafood are convenient to keep on

hand. See the "FISH-AUTO DEFROSTING" chart on

page 11 of this cookbook for defrosting details.

CRUMB-COATED BAKED FISH

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

1 teaspoon dried parsley

1 teaspoon lemon pepper

1/2 cup plain yogurt

1 pound fresh or thawed frozen fish fillets

1. In a deep glass pie plate, combine bread crumbs,

parsley and lemon pepper. Coat fish with yogurt;

then coat with crumb mixture.

2. Arrange fish in an 8-inch square glass baking dish

with thick edges to the outside. Cover with a wax

paper with the vented corner. Cook on P-HI for 7 to

9 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with

a fork.

4. servings

FISH ROLL-UPS

1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach

1 teaspoon instant minced onion

2 teaspoons lemon juice

1/4 cup soft cream cheese

4 fresh fish fillets, 1/2-inch thick (about 3/4 lb.)

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1. Open spinach package. Place package on a

paper towel. Cook on P-HI for 7 minutes. Drain

spinach and place in a mixing bowl. Stir in onion

and lemon juice.

2. Spread cream cheese evenly on fish fillets.

Divide spinach evenly; spread over cream

cheese. Roll up fish; secure with wooden picks.

Place fish in a deep glass pie plate; sprinkle with

paprika.

3. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for

5 to 7 minutes or until fish flakes easily when

tested with a fork. Remove wooden picks.

4 servings

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FISH FILLET AMANDINE

1/4 cup margarine or butter, divided

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 teaspoon almond liqueur, optional

1 pound fresh or thawed frozen fish fillets

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1. In a 2-cup glass measure, heat 2 tablespoons

margarine on P-HI for 1 minute or until melted.

Add almonds. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 2

minutes or until almonds are lightly toasted; stir

twice during cooking. Stir in liqueur if desired.

2. In an 8-inch square glass baking dish, heat 2

tablespoons margarine on P-HI for 1 minute.

Place fish in baking dish, turning to coast both

sides in margarine. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for

5 to 6 minutes or until fish flakes easily when

tested with a fork.

3. Top with toasted almonds.

4 servings

WINE-POACHED FISH

1 cup dry white wine

1/4 teaspoon rosemary leaves, crushed

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon white pepper

1 pound fresh or defrosted fish fillets

1/2 lemon, thinly sliced

1. In an 8-inch square glass baking dish, combine

wine, rosemary, salt and pepper. Add fish, thick

edges to the outside. Top with lemon slices.

2. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for

5 to 7 minutes or until fish flakes easily when

tested with a fork.

4 servings

COOKING FISH AND SEAFOOD

1. Arrange fish and seafood on a microwave rack (fillets, steaks, lobster) or in an appropriate glass casserole

(scallops).

2. Cover with wax paper and set on glass turntable in a microwave.

3. Calculate cooking time by multiplying weight of the fish or seafood by the time recommended per pound.

4. The microwave will cook on P-HI unless another power level is entered at the time of cooking. To choose another

power level, and begin cooking, press Power continuously to program the recommended power level. Press the

number pad to program the calculated time. Press START.

5. Check progress about halfway through the cooking time; turn over, rearrange or shield, as needed.

6. Within several minutes before the end of cooking check fish or seafood to determine if time needs adjusting. Wait

until the stand time before making the final decision.

Fish Fillets--or-- P-HI 5-7 minutes per pound 2 minutes

Fish Steaks

Shrimp--or-- P-HI 3-4 minutes per pound 2 minutes

Scallops

Lobster Tail P-HI 6-8 minutes per pound 2 minutes

ITEM POWER COOK STAND TIME

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POACHED CHICKEN

2 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 1 lb.)

1 celery stalk, cut up

1 medium carrot, cut up

1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)

1 cup chicken broth

In a 2-quart casserole, place chicken breast halves.

Add celery, carrot, onion and chicken broth.

Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-

HI for 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer

pink and juices run clear; turn chicken over

halfway through cooking. Let stand 5 minutes.

4 servings

pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into

strips

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon margarine or butter

1 clove garlic, minced

1 cup mild or medium salsa

1 cup chicken broth

3/4 cup quick cooking rice

1 cup corn chips, crushed to 1/2 cup

1/2 cup (2 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar

cheese

Season chicken with cumin and salt. In a 11/2-quart

casserole, heat margarine on P-HI for 50 to 60

seconds or until melted; stir in chicken and garlic.

Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 6 to 8 minutes or until

chicken is no longer pink; stir three times during

cooking. Stir in salsa, chicken broth and rice.

3. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-

HI for 4 to 5 minutes or until boiling. Let stand,

covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 4

minutes. Stir; sprinkle with crushed corn chips

and cheese.

4. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes

or until cheese is melted.

4 servings

BBQ CHICKEN

1 broiler-fryer chicken, cut in serving pieces

(21/2 to 3 lbs.)

1/2 cup catsup

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 tablespoons vinegar

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon prepared mustard

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Rinse chicken and pat dry with paper towels. On a

microwave rack, arrange chicken pieces skin side

down in a single layer with thickest parts to outside.

2. In a 2-cup glass measure, combine catsup,

brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard,

salt and pepper. Reserve 1/2 cup of sauce.

3. Brush half of remaining barbecue sauce over

chicken. Cover with wax paper. Cook on P-HI for

10 minutes. Rearrange and turn over chicken;

brush with remaining sauce. Continue cooking

on P-HI for 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is no

longer pink and juices run clear. Let stand 3

minutes. Serve with reserved sauce.

4 servings

POULTRY

Juicy and moist describes poultry cooked by microwave

energy. It is a superior method for cooking chicken to be

used in casseroles, salads, or to have for sandwiches.

See Poached Chicken recipe.

Arrangement is very important with poultry and its

uneven shapes. Try to arrange pieces in a circular

pattern wherever possible for the most even defrosting

or cooking. The rounded part of the drumstick should

go at the outer edge, for example, while the thinner end

goes to the middle of the dish. Continue with other

pieces until the overall layer is fairly even. Cover with

wax paper to prevent spattering.

Poultry defrosts well with our AUTO DEFROST feature

(see page 15). Be sure that all poultry is completely

defrosted before cooking. Check for doneness after

stand time is over.

Remember that more cooking will take place during

standing time. Poultry must be cooked to an internal

temperature of 160°F for boneless pieces, to 170°F for

bone-in pieces and to 185°F for whole birds.

Poultry is done when the meat is no longer pink and the

juices are the colour of chicken broth with no traces of pink.

Be sure to check for these signs by cutting into the inner

thigh. You may also check for the internal temperature with

an instant-read thermometer. Occasionally the bones will

show red spots, but this does not affect the doneness.

MEXICAN CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE

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MEATS

Tender cuts of meat do well in the microwave,

especially when cooked at lower power levels. Be sure

meat is fully defrosted before cooking. Consult the meat

cooking charts (pages 30-32) for details.

The exact time to cook each piece of meat will depend

on the shape of the meat, the weight, the starting

temperature of the meat and the desired doneness. Our

timings assume the meat is taken from the proper

storage (refrigerated). The lower number in the time

range reflects time suggested for medium meat; the

higher number for well done. It is always possible to add

time if needed, so it is best to start with the lower

number for calculating the time.

Stand time after cooking is an important aspect of

microwave cooking since more cooking will take place

then. The residual heat in the food will equalize and

finish the cooking process. Always check for doneness

after the stand time.

MEATBALLS

1 egg, beaten

1/3 cup milk

1/4 cup quick cooking oats, uncooked

1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

1 pound lean ground meat

(combination of beef and pork or turkey)

1 medium onion, chopped

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1. In a small bowl, combine egg, milk, oats and

bread crumbs; let stand 2 minutes. In mixing

bowl, combine ground meat, onion, parsley, salt

and pepper. Add egg mixture; mix well. Form

meat mixture into 24 meatballs.

2. In a 2-quart casserole, place meatballs in a

single layer. Cover with wax paper. Cook on P-

HI for 10 to 12 minutes or until meat is no longer

pink; turn meatballs twice during cooking. Drain

meatballs; let stand for 3 minutes before serving.

4 servings

PEPPER STEAK

1 pound beef steak

(flank, round or sirloin)

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon water

1/4 cup soy sauce

1 teaspoon garlic/salt

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1 large green bell pepper, cut into strips

1 medium onion, sliced

2 medium tomatoes, peeled and quartered

1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced

1 cup brown gravy

Hot cooked rice

1. Slice beef across the grain into strips. In a 2-

quart glass casserole, combine vinegar, water,

soy sauce, garlic, salt, sugar and ground ginger.

Add meat to mixture; coat each piece. Cover

with lid or plastic wrap and marinate in

refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. Remove bowl from refrigerator. Stir in green bell

pepper and onion; cover. Press Power pad

continuously by P-8. Cook, uncovered, for 5

minutes. Stir in tomatoes and mushrooms.

3. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Press

Power pad by P-9. Continue cooking for 10

minutes or until meat is tender; stir once during

cooking. Add brown gravy to meat mixture; stir.

4. Continue cooking on P-HI for 4 to 5 minutes or

until meat mixture is thoroughly heated. Let

stand for 3 minutes.

4 servings

Thin pieces of meat are no longer pink when fully cooked. Take meat from the

microwave while slightly pink to prevent overcooking during standing time.

TIP

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PORK SAUSAGE CASSEROLE

1 medium red onion

3 green apples, seeded and cubed

2 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 package (12 oz.) bulk pork sausage, cooked,

drained and crumbled

1 sweet potato (about 8 oz.) cooked, peeled and

cubed

1 jar (12 oz.) pork gravy

1. Peel onion and cut in half. Slice it thinly. In a 2-

quart glass casserole, combine onion, apples

and margarine.

2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-

HI for 5 minutes, or until onions and apples are

tender. Stir in sausage, sweet potato and gravy.

3. Continue cooking on P-HI for 7 to 9 minutes or

until heated thoroughly.

4 servings

SWEET 'N' SOUR PORK

1 pound boneless pork cubes

3/4 cup apricot preserves

2 tablespoons mustard

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons light soy sauce

1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts, drained

1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks, drained

can (11 oz.) mandarin orange segments, drained

2 pounds frozen pea pods, cooked and drained

2 cups cooked rice

1/4 cup sliced almonds

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, place pork cubes.

Cover with wax paper. Cook on P-HI for 7

minutes; stir once during cooking to rearrange

cooked cubes. Drain pork.

2. Stir in apricot preserves, mustard, vinegar, soy

sauce, water chestnuts, pineapple, oranges and

pea pods. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 3

minutes or until heated thoroughly. Serve over

cooked rice and top with sliced almonds.

4 servings

BEEF, PEPPERS AND PASTA

3 cups bell pepper chunks

(red, yellow and green)

1 cup onion, sliced

2 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked beef

2 cups cooked elbow macaroni, drained

can (14.5 oz.) seasoned diced tomatoes, undrained

1 jar (14 oz.) traditional-style pasta sauce

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine bell

peppers, onions and margarine. Cover with lid or

vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for 6 to 7

minutes or until vegetables are tender.

2. Stir in beef, macaroni, tomatoes and pasta

sauce. Continue cooking on P-HI for 6 to 7

minutes or until heated thoroughly.

4 servings

LAMB SHEPHERD CASSEROLE

2 cups sliced celery

1 cup sliced carrots

2 tablespoons margarine or butter

2 cups cubed cooked potatoes

2 cups cubed cooked lamb

1 can (15 1/4 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained

1 can (10 3/4 oz.) cream of celery soup, undiluted

1 jar (12 oz.) onion gravy

1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine celery,

carrots and margarine. Cover with lid or vented

plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for 6 minutes or until

vegetables are tender.

2. Stir in potatoes, lamb, corn, soup and gravy.

Continue cooking on P-HI for 8 to 10 minutes or

until heated thoroughly.

4 servings

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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN

Turn the oven off before cleaning.

Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food

spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,

wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be

used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh

detergent or abrasives is not recommended.

The outside oven surface should be cleaned

with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft

cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts

inside the oven, water should not be allowed to

seep into the ventilation openings.

If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a

soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or

abrasives on Control Panel.

If steam accumulates inside or around the

outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.

This may occur when the microwave oven is

operated under high humidity conditions and in

no way indicates malfunction of the unit.

It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray

for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy water or

in a dishwasher.

The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be

cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.

Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with

mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry.

The roller guide may be washed in mild sudsy

water.

ROLLER GUIDE

GLASS TRAY

Glass Tray Roller Guide

The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should

be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive

noise.

The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be

used for cooking together with the Glass Tray.

DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass

Tray in place.

DO NOT use any other Glass Tray with this

oven.

If Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW TO COOL before

cleaning or placing it in water.

DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.

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USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY

General Use

Do not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.

Do not place any object between the oven front frame and the door or allow residue to build up on sealing

surfaces. Wipe with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.

Do not subject the oven door to strain or weight such as a child hanging on an open door.

This could cause the oven to fall forward resulting in injury to you and damage to the oven.

Do not operate the oven if door seals or sealing surfaces are damaged; or if door is bent;

or if hinges are loose or broken.

Do not operate the oven empty. This will damage the oven.

Do not attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. They may catch on fire.

Do not use recycled paper products as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks or fires.

Do not hit or strike the control panel with hard objects. This can damage the oven.

Food

Never use your microwave oven for home canning. The oven is not designed for proper home canning.

Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.

Always use the minimum recipe cooking time. It is better to undercook rather than overcook foods.

Undercooked foods can be returned to the oven for more cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can

be done.

Heat small quantities of food or foods with low moisture carefully. These can quickly dry out, burn

or catch on fire.

Do not heat eggs in the shell. Pressure may build up and eggs can explode.

Potatoes, apples, egg yolks and sausages are examples of food with non-porous skins.

These must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting.

Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven.

Always stir liquids before heating. Heated liquids can erupt, if not mixed with air.

Do not leave the oven unattended while popping corn.

Do not pop corn in a paper bag unless it is the commercially prepared Microwave Popcorn product.

The kernels can overheat and ignite a brown paper bag.

Do not put packaged Microwave Popcorn bags directly on the oven tray. Place the package on

a microwave safe glass or ceramic plate to avoid overheating and cracking the oven tray.

Do not exceed the Microwave Popcorn manufacturers’ suggested popping time. Longer popping

does not yield more popcorn but it can result in scorch, burn of fire. Remember, the Popcorn bag

and tray can be too hot to handle. Remove with caution and use pot holders.

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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Refer to the following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call.

* The oven doesn’t work :

1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in.

2. Check that the door is firmly closed.

3. Check that the cooking time is set.

4. Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house.

* Sparking in the cavity;

1. Check utensils. Metal containers or dishes with metal trim should not be used.

2. Check that metal skewers or foil does not touch the interior walls.

If there is still a problem, contact the service station.

A list of these stations is included in the oven.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

* Q : I accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it. Is it damaged?

* A : Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. However, it is not recommended.

* Q : Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?

* A : No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always be used in the oven before cooking.

* Q : Can I open the door when the oven is operating?

* A : The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. Then microwave energy will be

instantly switched off and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed and START is touched.

* Q : Why do I have moisture in my microwave oven after cooking?

* A : The moisture on the side of your microwave oven is normal. It is caused by steam from cooking food

hitting the cool oven surface.

* Q : Dose microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?

* A : No. The metal screen bounces back the energy to the oven cavity. The holes are made to allow light

to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE OVEN YOURSELF !

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Warranty

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product manufactured by it to be free from defective material and workmanship and agrees

to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part (at the Company’s option) in exchange

for any part of any unit of its manufacture which under normal installation, use, and service

disclosed such defect, provided the unit is delivered by the owner to us or to our authorized

distributor from whom purchased or authorized service station, intact, for our examination

with all transportation charges prepaid to our factory, To establish and receive warranty

service at our factory or authorized service facilities, proof of purchase/dated sales invoice is

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This warranty does not extend to any of our electronic products which have been subjected

to misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring not our own, improper installation,

unauthorized modification, or to use in violation of instructions furnished by us, nor units

which have been repaired or altered outside of our factory, nor to cases where the serial

number thereof has been removed, defaced, or changed

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person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of our

electronic products.

Over-the-counter exchange for units that are initially defective.

“Initially defective” is described as when the dealer opens the unit and finds that it is

inoperative or a customer opens a new unit and finds that it is inoperable. This unit may be

returned to the factory by the dealer for exchange. Under no circumstances will the

customer be permitted to return the defective unit directly to the factory.

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