MICROWAVE OVEN MO-24SS models INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE US CA
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CONTENTS Quick Recipes Recipes .............................................. 19-20 For Customer Assistance ................................. 1 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy ...................... 1 Super Defrost Chart................................................... 21 Contents ........................................................... 2 Defrost Chart ............................................................... 22 Important Safety Instructions ......
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING: 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 APPLIANCE. 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: a. Do not overcook food.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking and examining your oven Over oven installation Remove: all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures and SAVE this manual. Check the oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door.
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Outlet should NOT be in the shaded area as indicated. The ease of assembly for these kits will allow installation into an existing wall opening in less than an hour (if power outlet is already properly located). All it takes are four steps and a Phillips screw driver. 1. If the dimension of DEPTH (C) is more than 21", the outlet location may be any area on the rear wall. 2.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR OVEN This manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. NEVER use the oven without the turntable and Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the oven.
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 microwave oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. The following coverings are ideal: Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating: • • • • • • Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING • Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper, microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
PART NAMES MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS CONTROL PANEL The two-line, Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows cooking hints. When HELP is lighted in the display, touch the HELP MENU pad to read a specific hint which may assist you. 12-15 25 1 One touch door open button Push to open door. 2 Oven door with see-through window 3 Safety door latches The oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed.
BEFORE OPERATING • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door. The oven display will show WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK. 2. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. : will appear. 3. Set clock. TO SET THE CLOCK STOP/CLEAR • Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to: Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12:30 (AM or PM).
MANUAL OPERATION TIME COOKING TO SET POWER LEVEL Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. 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. Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%.
SENSOR The sensor is a semi-conductor device 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. Using Sensor Settings: Covering Foods: 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minutes before using SENSOR. Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover recommended in the SENSOR chart for these foods. 2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry.
SENSOR SENSOR CHART POPCORN 1 package Use only popcorn packaged for microwave oven use. Try several brands to decide which you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. 1.5 - 3.5 oz bag SENSOR REHEAT FRESH VEGETABLES Soft: Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower (flowerets) Cauliflower (whole) Spinach Zucchini Baked apples FRESH VEGETABLES Hard: Carrots, sliced Corn on the cob Green beans Winter squash: diced halves RICE 4 - 36 .25 - 2.0 .25 - 2.0 .25 - 2.0 .25 - 2.0 1 .25 - 1.0 .
SENSOR SENSOR CHART (CONTINUED) FOOD AMOUNT POULTRY: Boneless Bone-in FISH/SEAFOOD PROCEDURE .5 - 2.0 lb Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Touch POULTRY, number 1 and START pads. When oven stops, rearrange. Re-cover and touch START pad. After cooking, let stand, covered, 3 to 5 minutes. Poultry should be 160°F. .5 - 3.0 lb Arrange pieces with meatiest portions toward outside of glass dish or microwave safe rack. Cover with vented plastic wrap.
SENSOR SENSOR RECIPES (CONTINUED) Shrimp Pasta Sauce 1 2 1 1/2 1/2 Makes 4 servings pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined cups canned tomato puree tablespoon tomato paste cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves teaspoon oregano 1 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2 bunches) 1 clove of garlic, minced salt and pepper to taste Parmesan cheese 1 Place shrimp in 2-quart, covered casserole. 2 Microwave using FISH/SEAFOOD. Drain and set aside.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES Your oven has 6 convenience pads to assist with meal preparation. There are some foods in the BREAKFAST MENU, LUNCH MENU, DINNER MENU and QUICK RECIPES that use the sensor. See the sensor cooking information on page 12. For foods not using the sensor, follow the directions in the Interactive Display to enter quantity. BREAKFAST MENU AND LUNCH MENU BREAKFAST MENU and LUNCH MENU are for cooking and heating popular foods that take a short amount of time.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES BREAKFAST MENU CHART (CONTINUED) FOOD AMOUNT 3. HOT CEREAL 1 - 6 servings * IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO ENTER AMOUNT PROCEDURE Use individual packets or bulk cereal in your favorite variety: oatmeal, oat bran, cream of wheat, farina or wheatena. Follow package directions for the correct amount of water or milk. To prevent boil overs, it is very important to choose a large container because microwave cooking of cereal causes high boiling. If the oven stops, stir and touch START.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES DINNER MENU AND QUICK RECIPES DINNER MENU and QUICK RECIPES each offer five simple-to-prepare but great tasting meals. Follow the specific directions on the Recipe Card and in the Interactive Display. • Suppose you want to use DINNER MENU to cook Saucy Chicken. 1 DINNER MENU Touch DINNER MENU pad. PROCEDURE SEE LABEL 3 SELECT FOOD Select desired DINNER MENU setting by touching number pad.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES 3. FIESTA CHILI 1 11-ounce can of Mexican corn, drained 1 15-ounce can chili with beans 1 to 3 teaspoons chili powder Stir together well. Re-cover. Touch START. 1. Place in a 3 quart casserole: 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey 1/2 cup diced onions 1/2 cup diced red pepper Break up turkey and stir in onions and red pepper. Cover. Touch DINNER MENU, number 3 to select FIESTA CHILI and then touch START. 3. At end, stir well. Serve over cooked rice or nacho chips.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES QUICK RECIPES (RECIPES SERVE 6) CONTINUED 2. MEXICAN CHICKEN Cover. Touch QUICK RECIPES, number 2 to select MEXICAN CHICKEN and then touch START. 1. Place in layers in a 3-quart casserole: 2 cups instant rice 1 cup prepared fajita sauce mixed with 1/2 cup chicken broth or bouillon 2 10-ounce packages frozen seasoning mix (onion, peppers, parsley and celery) 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips 2.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES DEFROST DEFROST automatically defrosts all the foods found in the SUPER DEFROST and DEFROST CHARTS. Numbers 1–3 are for SUPER DEFROST that defrosts specific foods and weights very rapidly. For these choices, it is not necessary to enter weight. SUPER DEFROST SUPER DEFROST rapidly defrosts specific foods and weights found in the SUPER DEFROST CHART below. • Suppose you want to defrost 1.0 pound boneless poultry. 1 DEFROST Touch DEFROST pad once.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES DEFROST (CONTINUED) • Suppose you want to defrost a 2.0 pound steak, using Defrost. 1 PROCEDURE 4 SEE LABEL DEFROST SELECT FOOD Touch DEFROST pad once. 5 2 5 Select desired DEFROST setting by touching the desired number pad. (Ex: Touch the number pad 5 to select steak.) 2 OR FISH ENTER WEIGHT IN POUNDS 6 2.0 POUNDS After the 2nd stage, open the door. Shield any warm portions. Close the door. START 0 Enter weight. (Ex: Touch number pads 2 and 0 for 2.0 lb.
OTHER COOKING FEATURES BEVERAGE BEVERAGE enables you to SENSOR REHEAT coffee or tea to a more suitable drinking temperature or to make instant coffee or tea. • Suppose you want to SENSOR REHEAT 2 cups of coffee. PROCEDURE 1 NOTE: D I S P L AY 1. BEVERAGE can be programmed with More or Less Time Adjustment. Touch the POWER LEVEL pad once or twice after selecting the amount. See page 24. SEE LABEL BEVERAGE SELECT FOOD Touch BEVERAGE pad. NUMBER 2.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES KEEP WARM MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING KEEP WARM allows you to keep food warm up to 30 minutes. Your oven can be programmed for up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one power level setting to another automatically. To use, simply touch the KEEP WARM pad and enter the appropriate time (up to 30 minutes). You can also program KEEP WARM with manual cooking to keep food warm continuously after cooking.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES HELP MENU HELP MENU provides 5 features which make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display. 2. If the oven door is opened after programming Auto Start, it is necessary to touch the START pad for Auto Start time to appear in the readout so that the oven will automatically begin programmed cooking at the chosen Auto Start time. 1. CHILD LOCK The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES TIMER/CLOCK START • START allows you to cook at 100% power by touching the START pad continuously. START is ideal for melting cheese, bringing milk to just below boiling etc. The maximum cooking time is 3 minutes. Suppose you want to time a 3-minute long distance phone call. PROCEDURE 1 TIMER CLOCK 2 1 Touch number 1 pad. 3 3 0 0 5 Suppose you want to melt cheese on a piece of toast. PROCEDURE KITCHEN TIMER PRESS 1 ENTER TIME 3.00 TIMER Enter time.
CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven during cleaning. Exterior The outside surface is painted. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner. Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth.
SPECIFICATIONS AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required: 1650 watts, 13.8 amps. Output Power: Microwave 1200 watts* (IEC Test Procedure) Frequency: 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions: 24"(W) x 13 3/8"(H) x 19 1/8"(D) Cavity Dimensions: 17 3/8"(W) x 10 1/2"(H) x 18 5/8"(D) Oven Capacity: 2.0 Cu. Ft. Cooking Uniformity: Turntable system Weight: Approx. 46 lb ★ The International Electrotechnical Commission’s standardized method for measuring output wattage.
WARRANTY See your Service & Warranty booklet for warranty details.
CONTROL PANEL GUIDE For more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your Operation Manual. SET CLOCK MANUAL OPERATION If WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK is in the display, first touch STOP/CLEAR. 1 Touch TIMER/CLOCK pad TIMER 2 and number 2. CLOCK HIGH POWER COOKING 2 Enter correct time of the day by touching numbers in sequence. (Ex: 12:30) 1 Enter cooking time by touching number pads. (Ex: 1 min. 30 sec.) START 2 Touch START pad.
CONTROL PANEL GUIDE DINNER MENU BREAKFAST MENU 1 Touch BREAKFAST MENU pad. 1 Touch DINNER MENU pad. BREAKFAST MENU 2 Select desired food. (Ex: touch the number 3 pad for hot cereal.) 2 Select desired food. (Ex: touch number pad 2 for Hawaiian Pork.) 3 3 Touch number 2 pad for 2 servings. 2 START 3 Touch START pad. 2 4 Touch START pad. DINNER MENU RECIPES START (All are for 6 servings) SEE RECIPE CARD FOR DETAILS. FOOD AMOUNT 1. SCRAMBLED EGGS 1 - 9 eggs 2. BACON 2 - 6 slices 3.
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