Midea Kitchen Appliances EM131MYY-PV4 Microwave Oven User Manual
Guangdong Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Co.,Ltd Microwave Oven
User Manual
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Read these instructions carefully before using your
microwave oven,and keep it carefully.
If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with
many years of good service.
Model:EM131M2SD-PVH
The device complies with PART 18 of FCC rules.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since
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 allows soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particular important that
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 SURFACE
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
open door
S
ly
Specifications
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120V~ 60Hz
EM131M2SD-PVH
Model:
Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:
External Dimensions:
Net Weight:
Approx. 11.2kg
1200W
315mm
307mm
1100W
31L
513 430
WARNING -
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific:
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"
found on page 2.
combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
only to properly grounded outlet. See
found on page
accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"
4. Install or locate this appliance only in
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass
jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the 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.
supervision is necessary when used
by children.
7. As with any appliance, close
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working
properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a
by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest
authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
9. This appliance should be serviced only
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, near a swimming pool, or
similar location.
1 . Do not immerse cord or plug in water.2
1 . Keep cord away from heated surface.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter.
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15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door,
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
1). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other
2). Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bag before placing bag in oven.
3). If material inside of the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
4). Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
precautions should be followed, including
When using electrical appliances basic safety
following:the
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
or
4.
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stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container. spoon or other utensil into the container.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
appliance is equipped with a cord having a
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
4) After heating, allow the container to
5) Use extreme care when inserting a
grounding wire with a grounding plug.
reduces the risk electric current. This
The plug
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 or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical
appliance.
understood,
If it is necessary to use an
3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
rating of the
Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death.
disassemble this appliance.
DANGER -
Do not
Electric Shock Hazard
Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until
appliance is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING -
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
3) 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.
SA E THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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must be
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1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV
or similar
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the
following
1) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven
2) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
3) Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
4) Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
5) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven
are on different branch circuits.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
equipment.
measures:
and receiver
Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic
pierced before cooking.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250ml) along with the
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is
warm, do not use it for microwave
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
UTENSILS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If
utensil in question following the procedure below.
CAUTION -
pouches should be
microwave oven."
in doubt, you can test the
utensil in question.
cooking.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Follow manufacturer* instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be
at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable to break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars
are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Follow manufacturer* instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short*erm cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended
while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
for a short-term cooking only.
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer* instructions. Should be
labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the food
inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be
slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
Browning dish
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking
bags
Paper plates
and cups
Paper towels
Parchment
paper
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Dinnerware
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray
Food carton with
metal handle
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Plastic foam
Wood
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may
cause arcing.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed
to high temperature.
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split
or crack.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
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A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring assembly
D) Glass tray
E) Observation window
F) Door assembly
G) Safety interlock system
F
G
A
C B
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SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of Oven Parts and Accessories
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring assembly 1
Instruction Manual 1
Hub (underside)
Glass tray
Turntable ring assembly
a. Never place the
glass tray
upside down. The glass
tray should never be restricted.
b. Both
glass tray
and
turntable ring assembly
must
always be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food are always placed
on the
glass tray
for cooking.
d. If
glass tray
or
turntable ring assembly
cracks or
breaks, contact your nearest authorized service
center.
Turntable Installation
Turntable shaft
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Installation
A minimum clearance of 3.0 inches
(7.5cm) is required between the oven and
any adjacent walls. One side must be open.
(1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12
inches (30cm) above the oven.
(2) Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.
(3) Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings
can damage the oven.
(4) Place the oven as far away from
radios and TV as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may
cause interference to your radio or TV
reception.
2. Plug your oven into a standard household
outlet. Be sure the voltage and the
frequency is the same as the voltage
and the frequency on the rating label.
WARNING: Do not install oven over a
range cooktop or other heat-producing
appliance. If installed near or over a heat
source, the oven could be damaged and
the warranty would be void.
3.0 inch(7.5cm)
3.0 inch(7.5cm)
12 inch(30cm)
OPEN
Remove all packing material and accessories.
Examine the oven for any damage such as
dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is
damaged.
Countertop Installation
Cabinet: Remove any protective film found
on the microwave oven cabinet surface.
Do not remove the light brown Mica cover
that is attached to the oven cavity to
protect the magnetron.
1. Select a level surface that provide
enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents.
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OPERATION
1. Power Level
2. Clock Setting
When the microwave oven is plugged into a outlet, the oven will display " WELCOME "
CLOCK", the screen will display 00:00 . The first hour figure
will flash; ":" and
other
please press "1,0,1,2" in turn. 3 seconds later, the screen will display "PRESS
CLOCK" to finish clock setting. ":" will flash
and the clock will
4) If the numbers input are not within the range of 1:00--12:59, the setting will be invalid
until valid numbers are input.
Note:
"
"
button pressing within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the former
"0" will light. 3 seconds later, the screen will display "ENTER THE TIME
1) Press "
2) Press the number keys and enter the correct time. For example,time
3) Press "
. And
STOP/CANCEL
is 10:12 now,
light.
OF DAY" once.
CLOCK".
(1)If the clock need to be reset, please repeat step 1 to step 3.
STOP/CANCEL " button is pressed or if there is no (2)After step 2, if the "
automatically.
Level
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Power
P100
P90
P80
P70
P60
P50
P40
P30
P20
P10
P0
Display
PL10
PL9
PL8
PL7
PL6
PL5
PL4
PL3
PL2
PL1
11 power levels are available.
0
the "INVERTER" indicator will light.The buzzer will ring once. If press " "
once or if there is no operation within 10 seconds, the oven will enter waiting state. The
screen will display "0:00".
CLOCK
clock
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3. Kitchen Timer
", the screen will display 00:00 . 2 seconds later, the screen
Press the number keys and enter the correct timer.(The maximum time is 99 minutes
and 99 seconds). 3 seconds later, the screen will display "PRESS START". If there is
START/+30SEC. " to confirm setting .
If the clock be set (12-hour system), the screen will display the current time.
Note: 1)The kitchen time is differ from 12-hour system,Kitchen Timer is a timer.
That is to say it pocesses the function of alarming clock.
2)During timer process,any program cannot be set.
4. Microwave cook
minutes and 99 seconds. 3 seconds later, the screen will display "PRESS START OR
COOK TIME" once, the screen will display "00:00". 2 seconds later, the screen
KITCHEN TIMER
1) Press "
2) Press number keys to input the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99
1) Press "
2)
3) Press "
4) When the kitchen time arrives, the buzzer will ring 5 times.
will display "ENTER TIME IN MINUTES AND SECONDS" once.
no operation in 1 minute, the buzzer will ring once and the oven will go back to waiting
state.
will display "ENTER TIME IN MINUTES AND SECONDS" once.
CHANGE NEW LEVEL" once.
POWER " once, the screen will display "PL10". The default power is 100%
power. 2 seconds later, the screen will display "ENTER NEW LEVEL OR PRESS
START/+30SEC." to start cooking.
3) Press "
4) Press "
START" ow you can press number keys to adjust the power level. once. N
be started by pressing " START/+30SEC ". Each press on the same button will increase
cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Note:1) Under microwave and time defrost states, press "START/+30SEC" button to
increase cooking time by 30 seconds.
5. Speedy Cooking
time from 1 to 3 minutes by pressing number pads1 to 3. Press " " to
1) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by select a cooking
2) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level with 30 seconds' cooking time can
START/+30SEC
increase
cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99
seconds.
10
" once, the screen will display "weight Meat". Press
START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting and the cooking time remained will be
displayed.
1) Press "
3) Press "
to choose "weight Poultry" or "weight Fish". 6 seconds later,
2) Press number buttons to set the weight of food. 3 seconds later, the screen will display
DEFROST "
"
the screen will display "PRESS AGAIN TO SELECT DEFROST TYPE OR ENTER
COOKING WEIGHT"once and then display"0.0 LBS".
"PRESS START".
Note: The weight of food should be within 0.1-6.0 lbs. And the default power
twice or thrice
" four times, the screen will display "TIME".
START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting and the cooking time remained will be
displayed.
1) Press "
3) Press "
7. Time Defrost Function
2) Press number buttons to set the defrost time. 3 seconds later, the screen will display
display "00:00".
"PRESS START".
Note: The Max. defrosting time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds . And the default power is PL3.
3 seconds later, the
screen will display "ENTER TIME IN MINUTES AND SECONDS"once, and then
1) In waiting state, press the Sensor menu key to select menu
, .
2) Press "START/+30SEC" to start sensor cook function and no need to set time.
3) When the steaming is emanated, the buzzer will ring twice and the surplus time will display.
put the food in the oven
8.Sensor Cook
display "PRESS START".
6. Weight Defrost Function
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DEFROST
DEFROST
cannot be
changed.
The screen will display the selected menu twice and 3 seconds later, the screen will
2) During cooking process, following points must be done.
a.Keep the door close when the surplus time not displays or the buzzer
does not sound twice.
b.When the buzzer sound twice , the time will count down and display the suplus time,
you can open the door to mix the food up ,turn over or replace the food. And then go
on the next operation.
3) Please leave the food alone for a while after cooking have been finished.
4) During sensor cooking process, if the time not count down,please do not open the oven
door or press "STOP/CANCEL" key. Otherwise,the sensor will make mistakes.
d.The reheat food can be covered with the lid.But the lid must has venthole in order to
emanate the steam.Sealed utensil is forbidden.
Note:
1)When cooking or reheating food, you should do these in order to have the best effect.
a.The room temperature cannot be over 35 degrees.
b.The weight of food must be more than 110g (4 Oz).
c.The cavity,glass tray and utensils must kept drying before putting the food in.
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If the weight is over 12 OZ,please set the additional
cooking time manually.
All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly,
add 15g water per 125g vegetables, and cover with a
lid or vented plastic wrap.
Break apart in glass bowl or colander. Cover with lid or
vented plastic wrap. Juices should be clear when done,
Drain.When cooking time counts down. Press "STOP/
continue to cook.
Reheat food is dinner plate. When sensor time finish,
Cooking time counts down.Now you can mix it and
then continue reheating.
Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times around it’s surface.
Place potatoes around the edge of a paper-towel-lined
turntable. Do not cover. If additional time is needed,
continue to cook manually. Please let stand for 5 minutes
in the oven after finishing to avoid burning.
Sensor Cook Chart
Menu Weight
Sensor
Reheat
Frozen
Pizza
8~18 Oz
1~4 Units
6~10 Oz
8~18 Oz
Fresh
Vegetable
Meat
Inicial Temp.
Potato (6~8Oz
each one)
Room
Temp.
minus
18 degrees
5 degrees
Room
Temp.
5 degrees
Additional Instructions
and then
CANCEL" to pause and open the oven door to mix
8~18Oz
Once
Twice
Thrice
3.5 Oz 3.5
Times( Press "
POPCORN
") Weight Display
START/+30SEC. " to cook
POPCORN
1) Press " POPCORN " repeatedly until the weight you needed appears in the
display.
For example, press " POPCORN " once, "1.75" displays.
.
1.75 Oz 1.75
3.0 Oz 3.0
2) Press "
9.
3 seconds later, the screen will display "PRESS AGAIN TO SELECT SERVING SIZE
OR PRESS START" once.
START/+30SEC. " to
1) Press " display.
MELT MELT " repeatedly until the menu you needed appears in the
5/10 Oz
Melt
Weight/
Portion
4 Oz
8 Oz
10.
FoodMenu
Butter
Chocolate
Cheese 4 Oz
8 Oz
1 STICK(8 Oz)
2 STICK
3 STICK
confirm .
3) Press " MELT " repeatedly to select the weight or portion of the food.
START/+30SEC. " to
2) Press "
4) Press " start cooking .
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Auto M enu Chart:
Weight/
Portion
11.
FoodMenu
Butter
Ice cream
1 STICK
2 STICK
3 STICK
Soft
8 Oz
16 Oz
SOFT
START/+30SEC. " to cook
1) Press " display.
.
Auto M enu Chart:
Weight/
Portion
12.
FoodMenu
Stew
STEW
STEW " repeatedly until the menu you needed appears in the
4 serving
4 serving
Chicken
Curry
START/+30SEC. " to
1) Press " SOFT " repeatedly until the menu you needed appears in the
display.
confirm .
3) Press " SOFT " repeatedly to select the weight or portion of the food.
START/+30SEC. " to
2) Press "
4) Press " start cooking .
2) Press "
Press "
13.KEEP WARM
KEEP WARM " to start working for 30 minutes. In the process of working, you
can press "POWER" to inquire the current power or press " " to increase
START/+30SEC
the working time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
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14. MEMORY FUNCTION
the procedure. Only one or two microwave stages can be set.
a. In waiting states, press "
b. Press "COOK TIME",then input number keys "3","2","0" to choose the cooking time.
c. Press "POWER" once,then press number button "8", "PL8" displays.
d. Press " START/+30SEC." again,
the oven will run the saved cooking program.
Example: save one program as memory 2.To cook the food with 80% microwave power for
3 minutes and 20 seconds. Operate the following steps:
15. Multi-section cooking
At most 2 sections can be set for cooking. In multi-section cooking, if one section is
defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed in the first section. When the first stage finish,
the buzzer will sound once and the next stage will begin cooking.
Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 5 minutes + 60% microwave
power for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as following.
COOK TIME" once, then press "5","0","0" to set 5 minutes.
POWER" once.
COOK TIME" once, then press "1","0","0","0" to set 10 minutes.
POWER" once.
START/+30SEC." to start cooking.
Note: Auto menu cannot be set as one of the multi-section.
1) Press "
2) Press "
3) Press number button "8" to set 80% microwave power.
4) Press "
5) Press "
6) Then press press number button "6" to set 60% microwave power.
7) Press "
1)Press "FAVORITE" to choose memory 1-3 procedure. "1", "2", "3" will display. 3 seconds
2)
3) After finishing the setting, press " " to save the procedure . 3 seconds
FAVORITE" twice, "2" displays.
later, the screen will display "ENTER A NEW COOKING OR PRESS FAVORITE KEY AGAIN".
Set
START/+30SEC.
later, the screen will display "PRESS FAVORITE KEY AGAIN OR PRESS START".
3) Press " " again to use the memory procedure.
START/+30SEC.
" to save the current setting. If press "
START/+30SEC.
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16. INQUIRING FUNCTION
1) n cooking state, press " CLOCK ", the clock will display for
2) In the microwave cooking state, press " POWER " to inquire microwave power
level the current microwave power will be displayed.
17. LOCK FUNCTION FOR CHILDREN
Lock: In waiting state, press " STOP/CANCEL" for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep"
denoting the entering into the children-lock state;
Lock quitting: In locked state, press " STOP/CANCEL " for 3 seconds, there will be a long
"beep" denoting that lock is released. The screen will display the current time or "0:00".
When the cooking is over, the
finished. In order to make the appliance into the waiting state,
18. COOKING END REMINDING FUNCTION
19. OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
If the clock has been set, i
three seconds.
If the
will display after 2 seconds.
" must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened
The buzzer sounds once by efficient press, inefficient press will be no responce.
during
cooking;
START/+30SEC
1) "
2)
" " or open the door .
STOP/CANCEL
The screen will display "LOCKED",
clock has been set, "L" and current time
buzzer will ring 5 times and " "FINISH will flash in the screen
to reminds user the cooking is
please press
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Troubleshooting
Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If the
microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.
TROUBLE
Oven will not start
POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
a. Electrical cord for oven is
not plugged in.
b. Door is open.
c. Wrong operation is set.
a. Plug into the outlet.
b. Close the door and try
again.
c. Check instructions.
Arcing or sparking
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were
used.
b. The oven is operated when
empty.
c. Spilled food remains in the
cavity.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Do not operate with oven
empty.
c. Clean cavity with wet towel.
Unevenly cooked
foods
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were
used.
b. Food is not defrosted
completely.
c. Cooking time, power level
is not suit ble.
d. Food is not turned or stirred.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
d. Turn or stir food.
Overcooked foods Cooking time, power level is
not suitable. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Undercooked foods
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were used.
b. Food is not defrosted
completely.
c. Oven ventilation ports are
restricted.
d. Cooking time, power level is
not suitable.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Check to see that oven venti-
lation ports are not restricted.
d. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Improper defrosting
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were used.
b. Cooking time, power level is
not suitable.
c. Food is not turned or stirred.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
c. Turn or stir food.
MAINTENANCE
a
PN: