Akai P80D20EP-S1 User manual

N13275
20L Digital Microwave Oven
P80D20EP-S1
Instruction Manual
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
NZ: 0800 836 761
AU: 1300 886 649

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 1
Important Safety Instructions 2
Installation 4
Radio Interference 4
Principles of Microwave Cooking 5
Grounding Instructions 5
Utensils Guide 6
Know your Parts 7
Control Panel 8
How to Set the Oven Controls 9
Clean & Care Instructions 13
Troubleshooting 14
Content

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Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
1. 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.
2. Do not place any object between the oven front
face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue
to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is
particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the
a. Door (bent),
b. Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
c. Door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired
by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.

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Important Safety Instructions
Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference, along with your
warranty card, purchase receipt and packaging box. When correctly adhered to, these
safety instructions reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapours in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically
designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
3. Do not operate the oven when empty.
4. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged or dropped. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard
5. WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate
instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper use.
6. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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possibility of ignition.
• Removewiretwist-tiesfrompaperorplasticbagsbeforeplacingbaginoven.
• Ifsmokeisobserved,switchofforunplugtheapplianceandkeepthedoorclosedin
order to stifle any flames.
• Donotusethecavityforstoragepurposes.Donotleavepaperproducts,cooking
utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.
7. WARNING: Liquid or other food must not be heated in sealed containers since they are
liable to explode.
8. Microwave heating of beverage can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care
has to be taken when handle the container.
9. Do not fry food in the oven. Hot oil can damage oven parts and utensils and even result
in skin burns.
10. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave
ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes, whole squashes, apples and chestnuts
before cooking.
12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the
temperature should be checked before serving in order to avoid burns.
13. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food.
Pot-holders may be needed to handle the utensil.
14. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave oven.
15. WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any
service or repair operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.

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16. This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The definition of Group 2 which
contains all ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) equipment in which radio-frequency
energy is intentionally generated and/or used in the form of electromagnetic radiation
for the treatment of material, and spark erosion equipment. For Class B equipment is
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 purpose.
17. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
18. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
19. If the supplier cord was damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacture or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

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Installation
1. Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door.
2. WARNING: Check the oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door,
damaged door seals and sealing surface, broken or loose door hinges and
latches and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, do not
operate the oven and contact qualified service personnel.
3. This microwave oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface to hold its weight
and the heaviest food likely to be cooked in the oven.
4. Do not place the oven where heat, moisture, or high humidity are generated, or
near combustible materials.
5. For correct operation, the oven must have sufficient airflow. Allow 20cm of
space above the oven, 10cm at back and 5cm at both sides. Do not cover or
block any openings on the appliance. Do not remove feet.
6. Do not operate the oven without glass tray, roller support, and shaft in their
proper positions.
7. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under
the oven or over any hot or sharp surface.
8. The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in
an emergency.
9. Do not use the oven outdoors.
Radio Interference
Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your radio, TV, or
similar equipment.
When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
1. Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.
2. Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
3. Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
4. Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
5. Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and
receiver are on different branch circuits.

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Principles of Microwave Cooking
1. Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.
2. Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add
more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
3. Cover foods while cooking. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to
cook evenly.
4. Turn foods over once during microwave cooking to speed cooking of such
foods as chicken and hamburgers. Large items like roasts must be turned over
at least once.
5. Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to
bottom and from the centre of the dish to the outside.
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 the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only the oven be provided. Using a high voltage is dangerous and
may result in a fire or other accident causing oven damage.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Note:
1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions,
consult a qualified electrician or service person.
2. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage
to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical
connection procedures.
The wires in this cable main are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = EARTH
Blue = NEUTRAL
Brown = LIVE

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Utensils Guide
1. The ideal material for a microwave utensil is transparent to microwave, it allows energy
to pass through the container and heat the food.
2. Microwave cannot penetrate metal, so metal utensils or dishes with metallic trim should
not be used.
3. Do not use recycled paper products when microwave cooking, as they may contain
small metal fragments which may cause sparks and/or fires.
4. Round /oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommend, as food in corners
tends to overcook.
5. Narrow strips of aluminium foil may be used to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
But be careful don’t use too much and keep a distance of 1 inch (2.54cm) between foil
and cavity.
The list below is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils.
Cookware Microwave
Heat-resistant glass Yes
Non heat-resistant glass No
Heat-resistant ceramics Yes
Microwave-safe plastic dish Yes
Kitchen paper Yes
Metal tray No
Metal rack No
Aluminium foil & foil containers No

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1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Turntable Roller
4. Control Panel
5. Wave Guide
6. Glass Tray
7. Door Release Button
Know your Parts
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DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.
UTENSILS GUIDE
1. The ideal material for a microwave utensil is
transparent to microwave, it allows energy to
pass through the container and heat the food.
2. Microwave cannot penetrate metal, so metal
utensils or dishes with metallic trim should not
be used.
3. Do not use recycled paper products when
microwave cooking, as they may contain
small metal fragments which may cause
sparks and/or fires.
4. Round /oval dishes rather than square/oblong
ones are recommend, as food in corners
tends to overcook.
5. Narrow strips of aluminum foil may be used
to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
But be careful don’t use too much and keep
a distance of 1 inch (2.54cm) between foil
and cavity.
The list below is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils.
COOKWARE MICROWAVE
Heat–Resistant Glass Ye s
Non Heat–Resistant Glass No
Heat–Resistant Ceramics Ye s
Microwave–Safe Plastic Dish Ye s
Kitchen Paper Ye s
Metal Tray No
Metal Rack No
Aluminum Foil & Foil Containers No
PART NAMES
1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Turntable Roller
4. Control Panel
5. Wave Guide
6. Glass Tray
7. Door Release Button

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Control Panel
MENU ACTION SCREEN
Cooking time, power, action indicators,
and clock time are displayed.
POWER LEVEL
Touch this button a number of times to
set microwave cooking power level.
CLOCK
Touch this button to start setting the oven
clock and ending by touching it again.
PRESET
Used to set a preset program to start the
oven at a specified time.
WEIGHT ADJUST
Touch this button to select specify food
weight or number of servings.
MULTI- STAGE COOKING
Touch to several consecutive functions.
SPEED DEFROST
Touch to defrost food by time.
AUTO DEFROST
Use to defrost food by weight.
MENU/TIME
Turn the dial to set cooking time or menu.
START/QUICK START
Touch to start a cooking program.
Simply touch it a number of times to
begin express cooking without previously
setting power level and cooking time.
PAUSE/CANCEL
Press to cancel setting or reset the oven
before setting a cooking program.
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CONTROL PANEL
MENU ACTION SCREEN
Cooking time, power, action indicators, and
clock time are displayed.
POWER LEVEL
Touch this button a number of times to set
microwave cooking power level.
CLOCK
Touch this button to start setting the oven clock
and ending by touching it again.
PRESET
Used to set a preset program to start the oven
at a specified time.
WEIGHT ADJUST
Touch this button to select specify food weight
or number of servings.
MULTI STAGE COOKING
Touch to several consecutive functions.
SPEED DEFROST
Touch to defrost food by time.
AUTO DEFROST
Use to defrost food by weight.
MENU/TIME
Turn the dial to set cooking time or menu.
START/QUICK START
Touch to start a cooking program.
Simply touch it a number of times to begin
express cooking without previously setting power
level and cooking time.
PAUSE/CANCEL
Press to cancel setting or reset the oven before
setting a cooking program.
Check the following for more details.