User manual LG MS-257PJ

[. . . ] It is important not to tamper with the door mechanism. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. GB 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 surfaces. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. WARNING When heating liquids, e. g. [. . . ] For more information on the proper use of metal in your oven, please read the introduction section in the cookbook. If the use of aluminum foil, skewers, or utensils containing metal in the oven is specified in the recipe, allow at least 2. 5cm clearance between the metal object and the interior oven wall. If arcing (sparks) occurs, remove immediately. 9 Other Helpful Instructions For best results and more enjoyable cooking, please read these comments thoroughly. When determining the time for a particular food, begin by using minimum time and checking condition occasionally. It is easy to overcook food because microwaves cook very quickly. Small quantities of food, or foods with low water content may dry out and become hard if cooked too long. Foods that have been frozen can be placed directly in the oven for thawing. (Be certain to remove any metallic ties or wraps. ) 2. Defrost according to the Defrosting Tips found in this Manual. For areas of the food thawing faster than others, cover with small pieces of aluminium foil. This helps slow down or stop the defrosting process. The power selector can be set to any one of these positions. MS-257PJ (W ) · max · 620 · 380 · defrost · 90 WEIGHT DEFROST COOKING See page 5. Defrosting frozen food is one of the benefits of a microwave oven. Defrosting using a microwave oven is much faster than in the refrigerator and safer than at room temperature, as it does not promote the growth of harmful bacteria. It is important to remember that defrosting takes longer than normal cooking. Check the food, turning it over at least once during defrosting. Turn the power select knob ( ) to set the defrosting mode. Turn the timer knob ( ) clockwise to set the weight (kg) of food. NOTE: The oven starts working as soon as the timer knob is turned. Each number on the scale represents one kg. GB 3 . Set the timer ( ) to the desired cooking time. The turntable begins to rotate and cooking starts. [. . . ] Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?The metal screen reflects the energy to the oven cavity. The holes, or ports are made to allow light to pass; they do not let microwave energy through. Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates while empty? [. . . ]