Amica MW 13160 E User manual

MODEL: MW 13160 E
CONVECTION MICROWAVE OVEN
M i c r o w a v e O v e n O w n e r ' s M a n u a l
Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.
Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. found on the nameplate on your oven and retain
this information for future reference.
SERIAL NO.

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PR RE EC CA AU UT TI IO ON NS S T TO O A AV VO OI ID D P PO OS SS SI IB BL LE E E EX XP PO OS SU UR RE E T TO O
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EX XC CE ES SS SI IV VE E M MI IC CR RO OW WA AV VE E E EN NE ER RG GY Y
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.
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY........... 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................. 2
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................ 3
RADIO INTERFERENCE ......................................................................................................................... 3
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................ 4
MICROWAVE COOKING PRINCIPLES ................................................................................................... 4
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ...................................................................................................... 4
UTENSILS GUIDE.................................................................................................................................... 5
PART NAMES........................................................................................................................................... 5
CONTROL PANEL ................................................................................................................................... 6
HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS................................................................................................... 7
SETTING THE CLOCK.......................................................................................................................... 7
QUICK START....................................................................................................................................... 7
MICROWAVE COOKING ...................................................................................................................... 7
GRILL .................................................................................................................................................... 7
MICROWAVE +GRILL ........................................................................................................................... 7
CONVECTION ...................................................................................................................................... 8
MICROWAVE +CONVECTION ............................................................................................................. 8
AUTO COOK ......................................................................................................................................... 9
JET DEFROST ...................................................................................................................................... 9
MULTI-STAGE COOKING ..................................................................................................................... 9
CHILD LOCK ......................................................................................................................................... 9
AUTOMATIC PROTECTION MECHANISM .......................................................................................... 9
COOLING FEATUR ............................................................................................................................. 10
CLEANING AND CARE ......................................................................................................................... 10

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IM MP PO OR RT TA AN NT T S SA AF FE ET TY Y I IN NS ST TR RU UC CT TI IO ON NS S
When using electrical appliance 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.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use
as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals or vapors 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. Warning: When the appliance is operated in
the combination mode, children should only
use the oven under adult supervision due to
the temperatures generated.
7. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. When heating food in plastic or paper
container, keep an eye on the oven due to
the possibility of ignition;
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
c. If smoke is observed, switch off or
unplug the appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stifle any flames.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the cavity when
not in use.
8. WARNING: Liquid or other food must not be
heated in sealed containers since they are
liable to explode.
9. Microwave heating of beverage can result in
delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has
to be taken when handling the container.
10. Do not fry food in the oven. Hot oil can
damage oven parts and utensils and even
result in skin burns.
11. 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.
12. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as
potatoes, whole squashes, apples and
chestnuts before cooking.
13. 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.
14. Cooking utensils may become hot because
of heat transferred from the heated food.
Potholders may be needed to handle the
utensil.
15. Utensils should be checked to ensure that
they are suitable for use in microwave oven.
16. 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.
17. 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.
18. 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

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they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
19. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
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SP PE EC CI IF FI IC CA AT TI IO ON NS S
Power Consumption: 230V~240V/50Hz, 1400W (Microwave)
2050W (Convection)
1250W (Grill)
Rated Microwave Power Output: 900W
Operation Frequency: 2450MHz
Outside Dimensions: 300mm(H)×539mm(W)×442mm(D)
Oven Cavity Dimensions: 240mm(H)×354mm(W)×358mm(D)
Oven Capacity: 30Litres
Cooking Uniformity: Turntable System
Net Weight: Approx. 16.4 kg
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IN NS ST TA AL LL LA AT TI IO ON N
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.
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RA AD DI IO O I IN NT TE ER RF FE ER RE EN NC CE E
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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GR RO OU UN ND DI IN NG G I IN NS ST TR RU UC CT TI IO ON NS S
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 colored in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = EARTH
Blue = NEUTRAL
Brown = LIVE
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MI IC CR RO OW WA AV VE E C CO OO OK KI IN NG G P PR RI IN NC CI IP PL LE ES S
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 microwaving 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 center of the dish to the outside.
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BE EF FO OR RE E Y YO OU U C CA AL LL L F FO OR R S SE ER RV VI IC CE E
If the oven fails to operate:
1. Check to ensure that the oven is plugged in
securely. If it is not, remove the plug from
the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in
again securely.
2. Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped
main circuit breaker. If these seem to be
operating properly, test the outlet with
another appliance.
3. Check to ensure that the control panel is
programmed correctly and the timer is set.
4. Check to ensure that the door is securely
closed engaging the door safety lock system.
Otherwise, the microwave energy will not
flow into the oven.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFIES THE SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.

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UT TE EN NS SI IL LS S G GU UI ID DE E
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 Grill Convection Combination*
Heat–Resistant Glass Yes Yes Yes Yes
Non Heat–Resistant Glass No No No No
Heat–Resistant Ceramics Yes Yes Yes Yes
Microwave–Safe Plastic Dish Yes No No No
Kitchen Paper Yes No No No
Metal Tray No Yes Yes No
Metal Rack No Yes Yes No
Aluminum Foil & Foil Container No Yes Yes No
* Combination: applicable for both "microwave+grill", and "microwave+convection" cooking.
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PA AR RT T N NA AM ME ES S
1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Roller Ring
4. Shaft
5. Control Panel
6. Wave Guide
(Please do not remove the mica
plate covering the wave guide)
7. Glass Tray
8. Grill Heater
9. Baking Plate

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CO ON NT TR RO OL L P PA AN NE EL L
DISPLAY SCREEN
Cooking time, power, indicators and present time
are displayed.
POWER LEVEL
Press to select microwave power level.
CLOCK/WEIGHT
Used to set clock time or enter food weight.
GRILL
Press to set a grill cooking program.
COMBI.
Press to select one of two combination cooking
settings.
CONVECTION
Press to program convection temperature.
MICRO +CONVECTION
Press to select one of four combination cooking
settings.
START/QUICK START
Touch to start the oven or start the oven
immediately.
STOP/CANCEL
Touch to stop cooking program or clear all previous
settings before cooking starts.
MENU/TIME (DIAL)
Rotate to set cooking time or select auto-menu.
(Please also see the following pages for more detail)

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HO OW W T TO O S SE ET T T TH HE E O OV VE EN N C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S
BEEPS DURING OVEN SETTINGS
ONE BEEP: Oven accepts the entry.
TWO BEEPS: Oven does not accept the entry. Please check and try again.
SETTING THE CLOCK
1. Choose to set the clock in 24 or 12-hour
cycle by touching CLOCK/WEIGHT.
2. Rotate the MENU/TIME dial until the
correct hour is displayed.
3. Press CLOCK/WEIGHT button.
4. Rotate the MENU/TIME dial until the
correct minute is displayed.
5. Press CLOCK/WEIGHT to confirm.
Note: You can check the clock time during
cooking by pressing CLOCK/WEIGHT.
QUICK START
Use this feature to program the oven to start at
100% power conveniently. The longest cooking
time is 10 minutes.
In standby mode, press START/QUICK START
button in quick succession to set the cooking
time. The oven will start automatically.
MICROWAVE COOKING
Microwave cooking allows you to customize
cooking power and time. The longest cooking
time is 95 minutes. You can select microwave
power by pressing the POWER LEVEL button.
Press Power Level
Once (P-HI) 100% of total
Twice (P-90) 90%
Thrice (P-80) 80%
4 times (P-70) 70%
5 times (P-60) 60%
6 times (P-50) 50%
7 times (P-40) 40%
8 times (P-30) 30%
9 times (P-20) 20%
10 times (P-10) 10%
11 times (P-00) 0%
Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 60%
power level.
1. In standby mode, press POWER LEVEL
repeatedly to select cooking power.
2. Use the MENU/TIME dial to enter cooking
time.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
Note:
1. If you want to temporarily stop a cooking
session, press the STOP/CANCEL pad
once and then you can restart the
cooking by pressing START/QUICK
START; press STOP/CANCEL twice will
cancel the cooking program altogether.
2. After time has elapsed beeps sound and
END appears in display, press any
button or open door to clear END before
starting another cooking function.
GRILL
Grill cooking is particularly useful for thin slices
of meat, steaks, chops, kebabs, sausages and
pieces of chicken. It is also suitable for hot
sandwiches and au gratin dishes. The longest
cooking time is 95 minutes.
Suppose you want to program grill cooking for
12 minutes.
1. In standby mode, press GRILL button.
2. Turn the MENU/TIME to 12:00.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
MICROWAVE +GRILL
This feature allows you to combine grill and
microwave cooking on two different settings.
The longest cooking time is 95 minutes.

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COMBINATION 1
30% time for microwave cooking, 70% for grill
cooking. Use for fish or au gratin.
Suppose you want to set combination 1 cooking
for 25 minutes.
1. In standby mode, press COMBI. once.
2. Turn MENU/TIME to 25:00.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
COMBINATION 2
55% time for microwave cooking, 45% for grill
cooking. Use for pudding, omelets, baked
potatoes and poultry.
Suppose you want to set combination 2 cooking
for 12 minutes.
1. In standby mode, press COMBI. twice.
2. Turn MENU/TIME to 12:00.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
CONVECTION
During convection cooking, hot air is circulated
throughout the oven cavity to brown and make
crisp foods quickly and evenly. This oven can be
programmed for ten different cooking
temperatures (230  215  200  185 
17015514012511095).
The longest cooking time for convection is 9
hours 30 minutes. ( 9H:30)
To Cook with Convection
Suppose you want to cook at 170 for 40
minutes.
1. In standby mode, press CONVECTION
repeatedly to select cooking temperature.
2. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter cooking time.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
Note:
1. After time has elapsed beeps sound and
END appears in display. Press any
button or open door to clear END before
starting another cooking function.
2. You can check the convection
temperature while cooking is in progress
by pressing the CONVECTION button.
To Preheat and Cook with Convection
Your oven can be programmed to combine
preheating and convection cooking operations.
Suppose you want to preheat to 170
1. In standby mode, press CONVECTION
repeatedly to select cooking temperature.
2. Press START/QUICK START to start.
Beeps will sound when the designated
temperature is reached.
3. Open the door and place container of food
at the center of the turntable.
4. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter cooking time.
5. Press START/QUICK START.
MICROWAVE +CONVECTION
This oven has four pre-programmed settings
that make it easy to cook with both convection
heat and microwave automatically. The longest
cooking time is 9 hours and 30 minutes.( 9H:30)
Press MICRO+CONVECTION button repeatedly
to program convection temperature:
temperature()
COMB1 230
COMB2 200
COMB3 170
COMB4 140
Suppose you want to bake food for 24 minutes
on COMB3.
1. In standby mode, press MICRO+
CONVECTION repeatedly to select
cooking temperature.
2. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter cooking time.
3. Press START/QUICK START.
Note:
1. After time has elapsed beeps sound and
END appears in display. Press any
button or open door to clear END before
starting another cooking function.
2. You can check the convection
temperature during cooking by pressing
MICRO+CONVECTION.

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AUTO COOK
For food or the following cooking mode, it is not necessary to program the duration and the cooking
power. It is sufficient to indicate the type of food that you wish to cook as well as the weight of this food.
1. In standby mode, rotate MENU/TIME counterclockwise to select food code.
2. Press CLOCK/WEIGHT repeatedly to select food weight or number of servings.
3. Press START/QUICK START to start.
Cooking Menu
Code Food Notes
1 Baked Potato(each 230g) 1. The user is required to set weight for the
system to determine the time needed to do
the job, without entering cooking time by the
user who might first at a loss as to how
much time is needed for the cooking.
2. For Chicken, user may need to turn over
food for uniform cooking.
2 Coffee (each 200ml)
3 Popcorn(99g)
4 Auto Reheat (g)
5 Spaghetti (g)
6 Pizza (g)
7 Chicken (g)
8 Cake(475g)
JET DEFROST
Jet Defrost enables you to thaw food according
to the time you entered. The longest defrosting
time is 45 minutes.
Suppose you want to set the oven to Jet Defrost
for 5 minutes.
1. In standby mode, rotate MENU/TIME to
select code 9.
2. Press CLOCK/WEIGHT once.
3. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter defrosting time.
4. Press START/QUICK START.
Note: During defrosting process, the oven will
pause and sound beeps to remind you to turn
food over, after that, press START/QUICK
START to resume defrosting.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
Your oven can be programmed for up to 3
automatic cooking sequences.
Suppose you want to set the following cooking
program.
Microwave cooking
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Convection cooking (without preheat feature)
1. Press POWER LEVEL to set power level.
2. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter cooking time.
3. Press CONVECTION to set convection
temperature.
4. Rotate MENU/TIME to enter cooking time.
5. Press START/QUICK START.
Note: Auto Cook and Quick Start can not be set
in Multistage Cooking program. Jet Defrost could
be only set in the first stage. If there are more
than one stage cooking program, MEM will be
shown on display.
CHILD LOCK
The childproof lock prevents unsupervised
operation by little children.
To set: In standby mode, hold down
STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds, then a beep will
sound and the indicator light will come on. In the
lock state, all buttons are disabled.
To cancel: Press STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds,
then a beep will sound and the indicator light will
go off.
AUTOMATIC PROTECTION MECHANISM
Anytime in the operation of the oven, when the
oven cavity temperature reaches a phenomenon

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of 300°C, the oven automatically enters into self
protection mode. The display shows E01 with
beeps sounding until the button STOP/CANCEL
is pressed to make the oven back to normal.
If the sensor is short circuited, the system enters
into protection mode. The display shows E03
with bees sounding until STOP/CANCEL is
pressed to make the oven back to normal.
COOLING FEATUR
The controlling system of the microwave oven
has the feature of cooling. As for any cooking
mode which cooking time above 2 minutes, after
finishing cooking, the oven fan will work about 3
minutes automatically to cool the oven for
prolonging the life of the oven.
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CL LE EA AN NI IN NG G A AN ND D C CA AR RE E
1. Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe
with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid the use of spray
and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door surface.
3. The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating
parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
4. Wipe the door and window on both sides, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp
cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaner.
5. Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When cleaning the
control panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on.
6. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may
occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity condition. And it is normal.
7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy
water or in a dishwasher.
8. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the
bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent. The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy water
or dishwasher. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace in the
proper position.
9. Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in
a deep microwaveable bowl, microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
10. When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult a dealer to have it replaced.
11. 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.
12. Please do not dispose this appliance into the domestic rubbish bin; it should be disposed to the
particular disposal center provided by the municipalities.
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This is a normal phenomenon, because the oven is made of a steel plate coated with lubricating oil,
and the new oven will produce fumes and odor generated by burning the lubricating oil. This
phenomenon will disappear after a period of using.