MICROWAVE OVEN QT2 / QT3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & COOK BOOK Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE To prevent fire, burns, electric shock and highlight other warnings: Listed below are, as with all appliances, certain rules to follow and safeguards to assure high performance from this oven: 14. Always test the temperature of food or drink which has been heated in a microwave oven before you give it to somebody, especially to children or elderly people.
EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code.
FEATURES DIAGRAM 1 2 3 e 0 q 4 w 8 5 7 9 6 8 Viewing screen - Allows viewing of food. The screen is designed so that light can pass through, but not microwaves. 1 Door latch - If the door is opened while the oven is operating, cooking will automatically stop. 2 Door seal - The door seal surfaces prevent microwaves escaping from the oven cavity. 9 Waveguide cover - Protects the microwave outlet from spattering food.
OPERATION PROCEDURE This section includes useful information about oven operation. 6. Microwave energy will be turned off automatically when the timer knob reaches “OFF”. Then food can be taken out of the oven. 1. Plug the power supply cord into a 230V AC 50Hz 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.
CARING FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 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.
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 : What does “standing time” mean? * A : “Standing time” means that food should be removed from the oven and covered for additional time to allow it to finish cooking. This frees up the oven for other cooking. * Q : Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed? * A : No.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Refer to the following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call. * 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. * 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.
SPECIFICATIONS 230V AC, 50Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH EARTHING POWER SUPPLY MICROWAVE INPUT POWER 1000 W ENERGY OUTPUT 600 W FREQUENCY 2,450MHz OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) 424 x 229 x 316 mm CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) 275 x 178 x 297 mm CAVITY VOLUME 14 L NET WEIGHT APPROX. 9.2 Kg TIMER 35min. DUAL SPEED POWER SELECTIONS 7 levels (see page 5 for detail.) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Utensil Guide Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken choosing the utensil. If the utensil is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry. The following table lists various utensils and indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.
USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY 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.
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD Microwave oven is a Group 2 ISM equipment in which radio frequency energy is intentionally generated and used in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material. This oven is a Class B equipment suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
COOKING TECHNIQUES STANDING TIME STARTING TEMPERATURE Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require standing time(inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely. Wrap meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-15 minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other foods such as plated meal, vegetables, fish etc require 2-5 minutes standing.
DEFROSTING GUIDE briefly, or let stand a few minutes. After defrosting, allow food to stand 5-60 minutes if there are any icy areas. Poultry and fish may be placed under running cool water until defrosted ݴTurn over : Roast, ribs, whole poultry, turkey breasts, hot dogs, sausages, steaks, or chops. ݴRearrange : Break apart or separate steaks, chops, hamburger patties, ground meat, chicken or seafood pieces, chunks of meat such as stew beef.
COOKING & REHEATING CHART Cooking chart Power Level Cooking Time Per lb./450g Special Instruction -Rare MEDIUM 10-12 min. -Medium MEDIUM 11-14 min. -well done - Chilled meat and poultry should be removed from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Always let the meat and poultry stand, covered after cooking. Item Meat Beef joint MEDIUM 13-16 min. Pork Joint HIGH 14-18 min. Bacon joint HIGH 10-12 min. HIGH 8-12 min.
COOKING & REHEATING CHART Reheating chart • Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns. • When heating pre-packaged ready-cooked foods, always follow the pack instructions carefully. • If you freeze foods which were bought from the fresh or chilled counters, remember that they should be thoroughly thawed before following the heating instructions on the packed. It’s worth putting a note on them so that other members of the household will remember too.
VEGETABLE CHART Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45ml cold water(2-3 tbsp.) for every 250g unless another water quantity is recommended - see table. Cook covered for the minimum time - see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during a standing time of 3 minutes. Hint : cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they are cut, the quicker they will cook.
RECIPES TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP 1. Melt the butter in a large bowl at High for 1 minute. 2. Add the onion, carrot and potato and cook at High for 6 minutes. stir halfway through cooking. 3. Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind and stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the bowl and cook at High for 18 minutes. stir 2-3 times during cooking, until the vegetables are tender. 4. Blend and serve immediately. 1 oz.
BLUE CHEESE & CHIVE JACKETS 1. Prick each potato in several places. Cook at High for 12-14 minutes. Halve and scoop the flesh into a bowl, add the butter, cheese, chives, mushrooms, salt and pepper, mix thoroughly. 2. Pile mixture into the potato skins and place in a flan dish, on the rack. 3. Cook at Medium high for 10 minutes. 2 baking potatoes, (approx.9 oz.(250g) each) 2 oz.(50g) butter 4 oz.(100g) blue cheese, chopped 1 tbsp(15ml) fresh chives, chopped 2 oz.
RECIPES SCRAMBLED EGG 1. Melt the butter in a bowl at High for 1 minute. 2. Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well. 3. Cook at High for 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. 1/2 oz.(15g) butter 2 eggs 2 tbsp(30ml) milk salt & pepper SAVORY MINCE 1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, and cook at High for 2 minutes or until soft. 2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well. 3. Cover and cook at High for 5 minutes then Medium high for 8-12 minutes or until the meat is cooked.
