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TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING INFORMATION ..................................2 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE DEFROST .....................................................16-19 Defrost..........................................................16 TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ....................2 SENSOR .......................................................20 TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................3 Reheat........................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all instructions before using the appli-18. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: ance. a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend to appliance when paper, plastic or other 2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 24.When using the convection or combination cookin g 26.Thermometer— Do not use regular cooking or oven func tions, both the outside and inside of the oven thermometers when cooking by microwave or will become hot. Always use hot pads to remove combina tion. The metal and mercu r y in these containers of food and cooking accessories such thermometers could cause arcing and possible damage as the oven shelf, round wire rack and glass tray. to the oven.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW 7 About Your Oven This Use and Care Guide is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. NEVER use the oven without the turntable and support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be placed in the oven. The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise. ALWAYS have food in the Microwave Oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy. When using the oven at power levels below 100%, you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW About Safety • Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture’s recommended temperatures. • ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW 9 About Food Food Do Eggs, sausages, nuts, seeds, fruits & vegetables • Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent “explosion”. • Cook eggs in shells. • Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and sausages so that steam escapes. • Dry nuts or seeds in shells. Popcorn • Use specially bagged popcorn for microwave cooking. • Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW About Utensils and Coverings It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new Over the Range Microwave Oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating: • g l a s s c e r a m i c ( P y r o c e r a m ® ), s u c h a s Corningware ®.
PART NAMES 11 MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES 9 1 2 6 7 5 4 10 3 6 7 8 The microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven's basic features: 1. Metal Shielded Window: The shield prevents microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks. 2. Model and Serial Number Plate 3. Cooking Guide label A B C 4. Vent Top 5.
CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL FEATURES Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel. 1 4 1f 1g 2 3 5 6 9 10 13 14 17 18 8 7 12 11 1b 16 1d 15 1e 19 1i 20 1a 21 22 23 26 24 25 1.
BEFORE OPERATING • Before operating your new oven make sure you read and understand this Use and Care Guide completely. • The clock can be disabled when the microwave is first plugged in and the STOP key is selected. To re-enable the clock follow clock instructions. To Set the Clock • Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 10:59 Procedure Step 13 NOTE 1. If you begin to enter in an incorrect time (e.g. 2:89) the 8 is an invalid digit and cannot be entered. Enter the correct time. 2.
MANUAL COOKING Using Add 30 Sec. Setting Two-Stage Cooking This is a time-saving pad. It is a simplified feature that lets you quickly set and start microwave cooking at 100% power. For best results , some recipes call for different power levels during a cook cycle . You can program your oven for two power level stages during the cooking cycle. • Suppose you want to cook for one minute. Procedure Step • Suppose you want to set a 2-stage cook cycle.
MANUAL COOKING To Set Power Level 15 Using the Rack There are eleven preset power levels. Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and long slow cooking of meats. Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations.
DEFROST Defrost Operating Tips The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting. v For best results, remove fish, shell fish, meat and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.
DEFROST 17 Auto Defrost Table NOTE: Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of the defrost sequence. M eat Settings FOOD SETTING AT BEEP SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS BEEF Ground Beef, Bulk MEAT Remove thawed portions with fork. Turn over. Return remainder to oven. Do not defrost less than 1/4 lb. Freeze in ball shape. Ground Beef, Patties MEAT Separate and rearrange. Do not defrost less than 2 oz. patties.
DEFROST Auto Defrost Table (Continued) P oultry Settings FOOD SETTING AT BEEP CHICKEN Whole (up to 6 lbs) POULTRY Turn over breast side down. Cover warm areas with aluminum foil. Cut-up SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Separate pieces and rearrange. Place chicken breast-side up in a microwave safe dish. Finish defrosting by immersing in cold water. Remove giblets when chicken is partially defrosted. Place in a microwave safe dish. Turn over. Cover warm areas with aluminum foil.
DEFROST 19 Defrosting Tips v When using Auto Defrost, the weight to be entered is the net weight in pounds and tenths of pounds (the weight of the food minus the container). v Before Starting, make sure to remove any and all metal twist-ties that often come with frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands. v Open containers, such as cartons, before placing in the oven. v Always slit or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
SENSOR Sensor cooking has an electronic controlled sensor that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities automatically. Using Sensor Settings: 1. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel. 2. The oven works with foods at normal storage temperature.
ONE TOUCH COOK Frozen Meals Popcorn Meats The Popcorn quick touch pad lets you pop 3.3, 3.0, 1.75 ounce bags of commercially packaged microwave popcorn. Pop only one package at a time. If you are using a microwave popcorn popper, follow manufacturer's instructions. • Suppose you want to cook Frozen kids Meal. Procedure Step 21 • Suppose you want to pop a 3.3 oz. popcorn. Touch Procedure Step 1. Touch 1. 2. 2. 3. Time counting down Amount 4. 5. Press popcorn pad 3.30 oz. once 3.00 oz. 1.
ONE TOUCH COOK Veggies The Veggies quick touch pad lets you cook potatoes, fresh,frozen and canned vegetables. • Suppose you want to cook frozen veggies. 3. 4. Procedure Step Time counting down Touch 1. 2. Function ( Key ) Veggies Menu 1.potato 2.fresh veggies 3.frozen veggies 4.canned veggies 5.baked sweet potato Servings 1~4 potatoes 1~4 servings 1~4 servings 10 oz(2 cups) 1~4 potatoes Meats • Suppose you want to cook ground meat Procedure Step Touch 1. 2.
ONE TOUCH COOK 23 Grilled Hamburgers 4 (4 ounce) ground chuck patties Preheat microwave oven to 450 convection bake. Arrange patties on round grilling rack. Place rack on turntable and cook for 20:00 or to desired degree of doneness. Season as desired. Beef Rib Roast 1 (3 pound) standing rib roast Fresh ground black pepper to taste Salt to taste Garlic powder to taste Sprinkle roast with pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Place roast on round grilling rack.
ONE TOUCH COOK Poultry • Suppose you want to scrambled eggs. Procedure 4. Step Touch 1. 5. 2. 6. 3 Time counting down 3. Function ( Key ) Poultry Menu 1.chicken breasts 2.chicken nuggets 3.scrambled eggs 4.
ONE TOUCH COOK 25 Fish • Suppose you want to spicy salmon steaks. Procedure Step Touch 1. 2. 3. 4. Time counting down Function ( Key ) Fish Menu 1.lemon pepper tilapia 2.garlic shrimp 3.spicy salmon steaks Servings see recipe see recipe see recipe Lemon Pepper Tilapia 4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets ½ teaspoon lemon pepper 4 lemon slices, optional Arrange tilapia fillets in a shallow microwave safe casserole dish. Sprinkle with lemon pepper and place a lemon slice on each fillet if desired.
ONE TOUCH COOK Garlic Shrimp ¼ cup butter 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon chili pepper paste Salt to taste 1 pound raw, peeled and deveined large shrimp Place butter in a 2 quart microwave safe casserole dish with lid. Microwave on High power for 1 minute or until butter is melted. Stir in garlic, and microwave for an additional 1 minute. Stir in chives, lemon juice, chili pepper paste, and salt. Add shrimp, tossing to coat evenly.
ONE TOUCH COOK 27 Lemon Custard Bars 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour, divided 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 /2 cup butter, softened 2 large eggs ¼ cup lemon juice 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 2/3 cup sugar ¼ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt Preheat microwave to 375 convection bake. Combine 1 cup flour, powdered sugar, and butter in a medium mixing bowl, mixing well. Press crumb mixture into a greased 8 x 8 inch microwave safe baking dish.
ONE TOUCH COOK Snacks Snack Menu is for cooking/heating foods that take a short amount of time! • Suppose you want to heat appetizers. Procedure Step Touch 1. 2. Function ( Key ) Menu 1.appetizers 2.frozen/fresh sandwich 3.pizza bites 4.pizza fresh 5.pizza frozen 6.soup Snacks Servings 1-2 servings 6 oz 6 pieces 12 inch 12 oz 1~2 cups Breads, Grains • Suppose you want to cook fresh rolls/muffins Procedure Step Touch 1. 2. Function ( Key ) Breads,grains Menu 1.fresh rolls/muffins 2.
ONE TOUCH COOK 29 Casserole • Suppose you want to cook pasta with tomato meat sauce. Procedure Step Touch 1. 2. 3. Time counting down Function ( Key ) Casseroles Menu 1.chicken and rice 2.pasta with tomato meat sauce 3.seafood pasta 4.vegetarian medley 5.
ONE TOUCH COOK Pasta with Tomato Meat Sauce 8 1 2 1 1 ¾ 1 1 ¾ ¼ ounces spaghetti noodles medium onion, chopped teaspoons minced garlic pound ground beef chuck (28 ounce) can tomato puree cup chopped sun dried tomatoes teaspoon dried oregano teaspoon dried basil teaspoon salt teaspoon black pepper Cook spaghetti noodles according to package directions. Drain, set aside and keep warm. Combine onion and garlic in a 2 quart microwave safe casserole dish, cover. Microwave on 100% power for 2 minutes.
ONE TOUCH COOK 31 Vegetarian Medley 1 cup orzo 3 ½ cups chicken broth ½ cup chopped sun dried tomatoes ¼ cup pesto 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 cups chopped red bell pepper I small onion, thinly sliced 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered 1 (3 ounce) can sliced ripe olives ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional) ¼ cup pine nuts (optional) Combine orzo, chicken broth, sun dried tomatoes, pesto, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a 3 quart microwave safe cas
CONVECTION COOKING Tips for Convection Cooking Convection Preheat • Suppose you want to preheat to 400 degrees. This section gives you cooking instructions and procedures for operating each convection function. Please read these instructions carefully. Procedure Convection cooking circulates hot air through the oven cavity with a fan.
CONVECTION COOKING Convection Cook Keep Warm • Suppose you want to set convection cooking at • Suppose you want to keeo warm for 20 minutes. 33 350 0 F 20 minutes without preheating. Procedure Procedure Step Touch Step Touch 1. 1. 2. 2 0 0 0 2. 3. 3. 6 NOTE 4. 5. Time counting down The temperature range has 10 steps from 100 0 F to 450 0 F. 2 0 0 0 Temperature Number Pad 6.
CONVECTION COOKING Convection Baking Guidelines 1. Dark or non-shiny finishes, glass, and pyroceram absorb heat which may result in dry,crisp crusts. 2. Preheating the oven is recommended when baking foods by convection. 3. To prevent uneven heating and save energy, open the oven door to check food as little as possible. Food Breads Cakes Cookies Oven Temp. Time, Min.
CONVECTION COOKING 35 Convection Baking Guidelines (cont 'd) Food Oven Temp. Time, Min.
CONVECTION COOKING Meat roasting guidelines for convection cooking Oven Temp. Food Time, Min. / lb. Rib roast, bone-in 325°F 23 to 25 Rib roast, boneless 325°F 28 to 33 Tenderloin Pot Roast 300°F 300°F 15 to 20 30 to 35 300°F 30 to 35 Meat Loaf (2 lbs.) Canned (3-lb. fully cooked) 400°F 325°F 65 to 75 18 to 20 Butt (5-lb. fully cooked) 325°F 18 to 20 Shank (5-lb.
FAST COOK 37 Fast Cook Tips for Fast Cook • Suppose you want to bake 15 minutes at 325 degress default. This section gives you instructions to operate Fast Cook function. Please read these instructions carefully. Sometimes combination microwave-convection cooking is suggested to get the best cooking results since it shortens the cooking time for foods that normally need a long time to cook. This cooking process also leaves meats juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside.
FAST COOK Combination Roast Cooking Guide Oven Temp. Food Beef Ham Lamb Poultry Seafood Time, Min. / lb. Turn over after half of cooking time. Rib roast, bone-in Rib roast, boneless Beef Tenderloin Chuck, Rump or Pot Roast 325°F 325°F 375°F 300°F 10 to 14 10 to 14 10 to 14 12 to 22 Turn over after half of cooking time. Canned (3-lb. fully cooked) Butt (5-lb. fully cooked) Shank (5-lb.
CONVENIENT FEATURES 1.Setting Clock (1).Setting Control Lock On/Off The clock can be disabled when the microwave is first plugged in and the STOP key is selected. To re-enable the clock follow clock instructions. • Suppose you want to turn ON Control Lock • Suppose you want to set the clock for 10:59. 39 Procedure Step Touch Procedure Step Touch 1. 2. 1. Time of day 2. 1 0 5 9 if time of day was set To turn OFF the Control Lock, touch User Pref then touch . 3. (2).
CONVENIENT FEATURES J Ib/Kg (3).Setting Weight (4).Setting Demo Mode On/Off • Suppose you want to toggle weight between pounds & kilograms. • Suppose you want to enter Demo mode. Step Procedure Step Procedure Touch Touch 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 4. 4. 5. NOTE If the display shows kg, pressing the START button will reset the oven controls to lbs. To return to kg, you will have to again press five times and then START.
CONVENIENT FEATURES 3. Setting Kitchen Timer 5.U sing Cooktop Light Your microwave oven can be used as a kitchen timer. You can set up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. The kitchen timer can be used while the microwave oven is running. • Suppose you want to set for three minutes. The pad controls the cooktop light. If the light is OFF the first touch of the light pad will turn the light HIGH, second touch LOW and third touch OFF. • Suppose you want to set the light for HIGH from the OFF position.
CLEANING AND CARE Caring for Your Microwave Oven In order to ensure that your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully. For interior surfaces: Wash often with warm, sudsy water and a sponge or soft cloth. Use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or a mild detergent. Be sure to keep the areas clean where the door and oven frame touch when closed. Wipe well with clean cloth.
CLEANING AND CARE 43 Caring for the Filters The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often; at least once a month. NOTE: Models are shipped for recirculating exhaust (To duct air outside reference the Installation Instructions book included with your microwave.). Some models have a disposable charcoal filter installed to help remove smoke and odors. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. Grease filters 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
CLEANING AND CARE Replacing The Cooktop And oven Cavity lights The cooktop lights 1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power. 3. Lift the bottom of the charcoal filter. Slide the filter straight out. 4. Lift up the bulb holder. Mounting screw 5. Replace the bulb with a candelabra-base 40-watt bulb . 2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw for the specific bulb you want to replace. 6. Replace the bulb holder. 3. Replace bulb with candelabra-base 40-watt bulb. 7.
SERVICE CALL CHECK 45 Please check the following before calling for service: Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for one minute at HIGH 100%. A B C D If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check electrical outlet, fuse and/ or circuit breaker. If they are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST ELECTROLUX AUTHORIZED SERVICER. A microwave oven should never be serviced by a “do-it-yourself” repair person.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required: 1500 W 14.8 amps. (for E30MH65QPS) Output Power:* 1050 watts Output Power:*(convection): 1500 watts Frequency: 2450 MHz (Group 2/Class B)** Overall Dimensions(WxHxD) 29 7/8" X 17 9 /16" X 17 1/16" Oven Cavity Dimensions(WxHxD) 21 1/4" X 9 15/16" X 14 23/32" Microwave Oven Capacity***: 1.8 Cu. Ft. Weight: Approx. (net) 69.5 lb, (gross) 84.
WARRANTY INFORMATIONS 47 Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. In addition, the magnetron tube of your appliance is covered by a two through five year limited warranty.
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