Midea Kitchen Appliances ZEM028EYY Microwave Oven User Manual VG8ZEM028EYY

Guangdong Midea Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Co.,Ltd Microwave Oven VG8ZEM028EYY

VG8ZEM028EYY_User Manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYRead these instructions carefully before using yourmicrowave oven, and keep it carefully.If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you withmany years of good service.INSTRUCTION MANUALModel:ZXM028EYY / XM031EYYMicrowave Oven
120V~ 60Hz1500W10001.0 Cu.ftSpecificationsZXM028EYY / XM031EYY2Handling the cord on this press or cords associatedwith accessories sold with this product, will expose youto lead a chemical known to the state of California tocause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. Wash hands after handle.Model:Rated Voltage:Rated Input Power(Microwave):Rated Output Power(Microwave):Oven Capacity:Turntable Diameter:External Dimensions:Net Weight:Warning:12.4 inchPRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLEEXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVEENERGY(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this 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.(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes 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.20.216.9 12 inch 32.2 Lbs
3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.2. Read and follow the specific: "PRECAU- TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found on page 2.3. As with most cooking appliances, close supervision is necessary to reduce the risk of a fire in the oven cavity.4.To reduce the risk of fire in the ovencavity:i). Do not overcook food. Carefully attendthe appliance when paper, plastic, orother combustible materials are placedinside the oven to facilitate cooking.ii).Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plasticcontainers/bags before placing them inthe oven.iii). If materials inside the oven ignite,keep the oven door closed. Turn theoven off, and unplug the appliance.Disconnect the power cord, shut offpower at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.iv). Do not use the oven cavity for storagepurposes. Do not leave paper products,cooking utensils, or food in the cavitywhen not in use.5. This oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" foundon page 5.6. Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the installationinstructions provided.7. Some products such as whole eggsand sealed containers-for example,closed glass jars-are able to explodeand should not be heated in the oven.To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire,injury topersons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energywhen using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions,including the following:8. Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This oven is specifically designed to heat or cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.9. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.10. Do not operate this oven if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.11. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service technicians. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.12. Do not cover or block any openings on the oven.13. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.14. Do not use this oven near water, for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.15. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.16. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.17. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.18. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
4i) Do not overheat the liquid.ii) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.iii) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.iv) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.v) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.19. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.This appliance must be grounded. In the event ofan electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the riskof electric shock by providing an escape wire for theelectric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that isproperly installed and grounded.Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if thegrounding instructions are not completely understoodor if doubt exists as to whether the appliance isproperly grounded. If it is necessary to use anextension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord thathas a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slotreceptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNINGDANGERElectric Shock HazardTouching some of the internalcomponents can cause seriouspersonal injury or death. Do notdisassemble this appliance.Electric Shock HazardImproper use of the groundingcan result in electric shock. Donot plug into an outlet untilappliance is properly installedand grounded.(grounding) plugThree-prongedThe marked rating of the extension cord shall beequal to or greater than the electrical rating of theappliance.
5CAUTIONPersonal Injury HazardTightly-closed utensilscould explode. Closedcontainers should be openedand plastic pouches should bepierced before cooking.Utensil Test:1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.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 cooking.4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.UTENSILS See the instructions on "Materials you can use inmicrowave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven."There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are notsafe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test theutensil in question following the procedure below.Radio Interference1. 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 cared is exercised in their use.3. If a long cord sets or extension cord is used: 1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension 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; and 3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures: 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 and receiver are on different branch circuits.
6Materials you can use in microwave ovenUtensils RemarksAluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts ofmeat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is tooclose to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away fromoven walls.Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must beat least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may causethe turntable to break.Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not usecracked or chipped dishes.Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jarsare 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’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Makeslits to allow steam to escape.Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattendedwhile cooking.Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervisionfor a short-term cooking only.Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should belabeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the foodinside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should beslit, pierced or vented as directed by package.Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retainmoisture. 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 dishGlass jarsGlasswareOven cookingbagsPaper platesand cupsPaper towelsParchmentpaperPlasticPlastic wrapDinnerwareMaterials to be avoided in microwave ovenUtensils RemarksAluminum trayFood carton withmetal handleMetal or metal-trimmed utensilsMetal twist tiesPaper bagsPlastic foamWoodMetal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim maycause arcing.May cause a fire in the oven.Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposedto high temperature.Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may splitor 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.
7A) Control panelB) Turntable shaftC) Turntable ring assemblyD) Glass trayE) Observation windowF) Door assemblyG) Safety interlock systemFGACBEDSETTING UP YOUR OVENNames of Oven Parts and AccessoriesRemove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.Your oven comes with the following accessories:Glass tray 1Turntable ring assembly 1Instruction Manual 1Hub (underside)Glass trayTurntable ring assemblya. 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 InstallationTurntable shaft
InstallationA minimum clearance of 3.0 inches(7.5cm) is required between the oven andany 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 arange cooktop or other heat-producingappliance. If installed near or over a heatsource, the oven could be damaged andthe warranty would be void.3.0 inch(7.5cm)3.0 inch(7.5cm)12 inch(30cm)OPENRemove all packing material and accessories.Examine the oven for any damage such asdents or broken door. Do not install if oven isdamaged.Countertop InstallationCabinet: Remove any protective film foundon the microwave oven cabinet surface.Do not remove the light brown Mica coverthat is attached to the oven cavity toprotect the magnetron.1. Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.8
9Control Panel and FeaturesOPERATION(1) Time Cook(2) Time Defrost(3) Power(4) Clock(5) Auto menu: Popcorn,Potato,Pizza,Fresh vegetable,Beverage,Dinner plate(6) Number Buttons:0-9(7) Weight Defrost(8) Kitchen Timer function(9) Stop/Cancle: clears all previous setting pressed before cooking starts. Duringcooking: press once to stop oven; twice to stop and clear all entries. (10) Memory function (11) Start/+30Sec.(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8)(9)(10) (11)
1. Power Level11 power levels are available.LevelPowerDisplay10100%PL10990%PL9880%PL8770%PL7660%PL6550%PL5440%PL4330%PL3220%PL2110%PL12. Clock Setting(1) Press " CLOCK ", "00:00" will display.(2) Press the number keys and enter the current time. For example, time is 10:12 now, please press "1,0,1,2" in turn.(3) Press " CLOCK " to finish clock setting. ":" will flash and the clock will be lighted.(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.3. Kitchen Timer(1) Press "KITCHEN TIMER ", LED will display 00:00, the first hour figure flash.(2) Press the number keys and enter the timer time.(the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds)(3) Press " START/+30SEC. " to confirm setting.(4) When the timer time arrives, the buzzer will ring 5 times. If the clock be set (12-hour system), LED will display the current time.Note: 1) The kitchen time is differ from 12-hour system,Kitchen Timer is a timer. 2) During kitchen timer, anny program cannot be set.4. Microwave cook(2) Press number keys to input the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.00%PL0Note: (1) In the process of clock setting, if the " STOP/CLEAR " button is pressed or if there is no operation within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the former settingautomatically.(2)If the clock need to be reset, please repeat step 1 to step 3.(1) Press "TIME COOK" once, LED will display "00:00".(3) Press " POWER " once, LED will display "PL10". The default power is 100% power. Now you can press number keys to adjust the power level.(4) Press " START/+30SEC." to start cooking.10OPERATION
7. Time Defrost Function(1) Press " TIME DEFROST ", LED will display "dEF2".(2) Press number pads to input defrosting time. The effective time range is 00:01~99:99(3) The default microwave power is power level 3. If you want to change the power level, press " POWER " once, and the LED will display "PL 3", then press the number pad of the power level you wanted.(4) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting. The remained cooking time will be displayed.Note:1) In the process of cooking, if the " STOP/CLEAR " button is pressed or if there is nooperation within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the former setting automatically.2) If "PL0" selected, the oben will work with fan for no power.3)During microwave cooking, "POWER" can be pressed to change the power you need. After pressing "POWER",the current power flash for 3 seconds, now you can press number button to change the power. The oven will work with the selected power for the rest time.6. Weight Defrost Function(1) Press " WEIGHT DEFROST ", LED will display "dEF1".(2) Press numerical buttons to input weight to be defrosted. Input the weight ranged between 4~100 Oz.(3) If the weight input is not within 4~100, the input will be invalid. No "beep" will be sound and the unit will not work until valid numbers are input .(4) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting and the cooking time remained will be displayed.(2) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level with 30 seconds' cooking time can 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: during microwave cooking and time defrost,time can be added by pressing "START/30SEC." button.5. Speedy Cooking(1) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by select a cooking time from 1 to 6 minutes by pressing number pads1 to 6. Press " START/+30SEC." to increase the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.Example: to cook the food with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes.a. Press "TIME COOK" once."00:00" displays.b.Press "1","5","0","0" in order.c.Press "POWER"once,then press "5" to select 50% microwave power.d.Press "START/+30SEC." to start cooking.11
129.POTATOa) Press " POTATO " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "1","2","3" will display in order. "1"SET : 1 potato (approximate 230 gram) "2"SETS: 2 potatoes (approximate 460 gram) "3"SETS: 3 potatoes (approximate 690 gram) For example, press "POTATO" once , "1" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer sounds once.When cooking finish,buzzer sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.8.POPCORNa)Press " POPCORN " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "1.75","3.0","3.5" Oz will display in order. For example, press "POPCORN" once , "1.75" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer will sound five times and then turn back to waiting state.10.FROZEN VEGETABLEa) Press " FROZEN VEGETABLE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "4.0","8.0","16.0" oz will display in order. For example, press "FROZEN VEGETABLE" once , "4.0" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer sounds once.When cooking finish,buzzer sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.11.BEVERGAEa) Press " BEVERAGE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "1","2","3" cup will display in order. One cup is about 120ml. For example, press "BEVERAGE" once , "1" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer sounds once.When cooking finish,buzzer sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.12.DINNER PLATEa) Press " DINNER PLATE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "9.0","12.0","18.0" oz will display in order. For example, press "DINNER PLATE" once , "9.0" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer sounds once.When cooking finish,buzzer sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
1314. MEMORY FUNCTION13.PIZZAa) Press " PIZZA " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display, "4.0","8.0","14.0" oz will display in order. For example, press "PIZZA" once , "4.0" appears.b) Press " START/+30 SEC. " to cook, buzzer sounds once.When cooking finish,buzzer sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.15. Multi-stage cooking At most 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed at the first stage automatically.Note: Auto cooking cannot work in the multi-stage 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:(1) Press "TIME COOK" once,then press "5","0","0" to set the cooking time;(2) Press "POWER" once,then press "8" to select 80% microwave power.(3) Press "TIME COOK" once,then press "1","0","0","0" to set the cooking time;(4) Press "POWER" once,then press "6" to select 60% microwave power.(5) Press "START/ +30 SEC." to start cooking.(1) Press "0/MEMORY" to choose memory 1-3 procedure. The LED will display 1,2,3.(2) If the procedure has been set, press " START/ +30 SEC." to use it. If not, continue to set the procedure. Only one or two stages can be set.(3) After finishing the setting, press "START/ +30 SEC." once to save the procedure and turn back to the waiting states.If press " START/ +30 SEC." again,it will start cooking.Example: to set the following procedure as the second memory, that is memory 2. to cook the food with 80% microwave power for 3minutes and 20 seconds.The steps are as follow:a. In waiting states, press "0/MEMORY" twice,stop pressing until the screen displays "2".b.Press "TIME COOK" once,then press "3","2","0" in order.c. Press "POWER" once,"PL10" display,then press "8" and "PL8" displays.d. Press "START/ +30 SEC." to save the setting. Buzzer sounds once then turn back to waiting states. If you press "START/+30SEC." again, the procedure will be saved as the memory 2 and operated.e. If the electricity is not cut off, the procedure will be saved all the time. If it is, the procedure need to reset.f. If you want to run the saved procedure, in waiting states, press "0/MEMORY" twice, screen displays "2", then press "START/+30SEC." to run.
19. OTHER SPECIFICATIONS(1) In standby state , if the set clock digital tube displays current time, the icon " : " would flash; otherwise, it shows " 0:00 ".(2) In setting function state, LED displays corresponding setting.(3) In working or pause state, LED displays surplus cooking time.When the cooking is over, the buzzer will sound 5 "beep" to alert user the cooking is finished.18. COOKING END REMINDING FUNCTION16. INQUIRING FUNCTION(1) In cooking state, press " CLOCK ", the LED will display clock for three seconds.(2) In the microwave cooking state, press " POWER " to inquire microwave power level, and the current microwave power will be displayed. After three seconds, the oven will turn back to the previous state. In multi-stage state, the inquiring way can be done by the same way as above.17. LOCK FUNCTION FOR CHILDRENLock: In waiting state, press " STOP/CLEAR " for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep"denoting the entering into the children-lock state; meanwhile, LED will display " "Lock quitting: In locked state, press " STOP/CLEAR " for 3 seconds, there will be a long"beep" denoting that lock is released.14
TroubleshootingCheck your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If themicrowave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.TROUBLEOven will not startPOSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDYa. 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 sparkinga. 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 foodsa. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used.b. Food is not defrosted completely.c. Cooking time, power level is not suitble.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 isnot suitable.Use correct cooking time,power level.Undercooked foodsa. 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 defrostinga. 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.Maintenance15

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