User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EME2620

[. . . ] Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or if you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance so that the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. Safety Instructions · · The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the microwave oven from operating when the door is open. Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operate the oven with the door open as open door operation can result in exposure to microwave energy. Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the Cleaning and Care section for cleaning instructions. [. . . ] Should food be removed from the oven before the set cooking time is completed, touch Pause/Clear TWICE. You can turn off the oven during cooking, to stir or rearrange food. Just open the door, the safety mechanisms stop microwave power. To continue cooking, close the door and touch Start. To continue cooking, close the door and touch Start. This feature cannot be used during any of the automatic programmes. 11 EME2620 U Microwave cooking English This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In addition to the maximum power level, you can select different microwave power from 10 levels, Hi W(900W) to 90W for the foods that require slower cooking. Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking method and best maintains the natural flavour and texture of the foods. Example: To cook at 450W for 1 min 30 sec's: 1. Touch the cook time button ( ). ). 3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ' 4. Touch the power button ( ). ', ' ' then ' ' on the number pad. 5. Set the desired power (450W = 5) by pressing button ' 6. The blue defrost symbol appears in the window display whenever this power level is selected. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on Hi W(900W) power for 1- 3 minutes, then reduce to 160W until defrosting is complete. Example: To defrost at 180W for 8 min 30 sec's:. 1. Touch the cook time button ( ). ). 3. Set the desired time by pressing buttons ' 4. Touch the power button ( ). ', ' ' then ' ' on the number pad. 5. Set the desired power (160W = 2) by pressing button ' 6. Close the door and touch Start ( ). ' on the number pad. At the end of the defrosting time, the microwave power will automatically stop. The cooling fan and oven light will continue to run whilst 5 soft audible bell sounds are heard. ' End ' will appear in the display window. After the defrosting time has finished pressing Pause/Clear will reset the display window to the time of day. Defrosting Tips 1. It is better to underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. [. . . ] CAUTION: The inside of the oven and turntable get very hot, so do not touch them immediately after use. Cleaning the interior Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe up spill-overs and food spatters immediately. Deposits that are allowed to remain on the oven walls, door seal and door surface will absorb microwave energy, reduce the efficiency of the oven, and possibly damage the oven interior. Use mild, liquid detergent, warm water and a soft, clean cloth to remove deposits. [. . . ]