CDA VM550 Quick start guide

Customer Care Department • The Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
T : 01949 862 012 F : 01949 862 003 E : [e-mail] W : www.cda.eu www.cda.eu
VM550
Wall Mounted
Microwave Oven
Installation, Use and Maintenance

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Important
This appliance must only be used for the purpose for which
it is intended, i.e. domestic cooking. Any other use could
be dangerous and may lead to premature failure of the
appliance.
The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for
injuries or losses caused by incorrect use or installation
of this product. Please note that CDA reserve the right to
invalidate the guarantee supplied with this product following
incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance.
Under no circumstances should any external covers be
removed for servicing or maintenance except by suitably
qualified personnel.
This appliance is not designed to be used by people
(including children) with reduced physical, sensorial or
mental capacity, or who lack experience or knowledge
about it, unless they have had supervision or instructions on
how to use the appliance by someone who is responsible
for their safety.
Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate opposite for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes.

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Appliance Model VM550
Serial Number
CE Declarations of Conformity:
This oven has been designed, constructed and marketed in
compliance with safety requirements of EEC Directive 2006/95/EEC
(Low voltage) and requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EEC.
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and
complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety (LVD)
and Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC). Parts intended
to come into contact with food conform to EEC/89/109.4.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE
PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed
of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority
dierentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this
service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from
inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be
recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a
reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately,
the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

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Important
• Read the user instructions carefully before using the oven
for the first time.
• Follow the instructions for first use of the oven.
•Clean the oven regularly.
•Remove spills as soon as they occur.
•Always use oven gloves when removing items from the
oven.
•Do not allow children near the oven when in use.
•Children must not play with the appliance.
•Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
•Keep the appliance and its cable out of reach of children
less than 8 years old.
•Do not place any cooking utensils or plates directly on the
oven base.
•Do not perform maintenance or cleaning of the oven
without first switching o the electricity supply. If the oven
has recently been used, allow to cool.
•Do not use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch
the surface of the appliance.
•Do not attempt to repair the internal workings of your
oven.
•Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the
installation instructions provided.
•Accessible surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
•Keep the electrical cable away from heated surfaces, and
do not cover any vents on the oven.

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Important - Microwave Cooking
•Do not attempt to operate this microwave oven with the
door open or ajar. It is important not to alter or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
•Do not place anything between the oven front face and
the door, or allow soil or cleaning residues to accumulate
on sealing surfaces.
•WARNING: If the door, door seal or interlocks are
damaged, the oven must not be used until it is repaired
by a suitably qualified person.
•Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode.
•WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a
competent person to carry out any service or repair
operation that involves the removal of a cover which
gives protection against exposure to microwave
energy.
•Only use utensils suitable for use in microwave ovens.
• Do not use metal pans or dishes with metal handles.
• Do not use anything with metal trim.
• Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a
material which will absorb microwave energy. This
may cause the dishes to crack or char and will slow
down the cooking speed.
• Do not cook in a container with a restricted opening,
such as a carbonated drinks bottle or salad oil bottle,
as they may explode if heated in a microwave oven.
• Do not use conventional meat or sugar
thermometers.

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• Remove wire twist-ties from bags before placing
bags in the oven.
•The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food
deposits should be removed.
•If smoke is emitted, switch o or unplug the appliance and
keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
•Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not
store items, such as bread, cookies, books etc. inside the
oven.
•Eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not
be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode,
even after microwave heating has ended.
•Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such
as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, etc. without first
piercing it several times with a fork.
•If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its approved service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
•Do not use this oven near water, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool.
•Do not let the power cable hang over the edge of a table
or worktop.
•Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could
lead to deterioration of the surfaces that could adversely
aect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
•Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed

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eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
•This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate remote-control system.
•Always have the glass tray, roller arms, coupling and roller
track in place when operating the microwave oven.
•Do not use the oven for any reason other than food
preparation, such as for drying clothes, paper, or any other
non-food items, or for sterilizing purposes.
•Do not operate the microwave oven when empty. This
could damage the oven.
•Do not insert any object into the openings on the outer
case.
•Do not at any time remove parts from the oven such as
the feet, coupling, screws, etc.
•Do not cook food directly on the glass turntable. Place
food in/on proper cooking utensils before placing in the
oven.
•Do not attempt to deep-fry foods in the oven.
•Please remember that a microwave oven only heats
the liquid in a container rather than the container itself.
Therefore, even though the lid of a container is not hot to
the touch when removed from the oven, the food/liquid
inside will be releasing the same amount of steam and/
or spitting when the lid is removed as in conventional
cooking.
•Always test the temperature of cooked food yourself
especially if you are heating or cooking food/liquid for

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babies. It is advisable never to consume food/liquid
straight from the oven but allow it to stand for a few
minutes and stir food/liquid to distribute heat evenly.
•Food containing a mixture of fat and water, e.g. stock,
should stand for 30-60 seconds in the oven after it has
been turned o. This is to allow the mixture to settle and
to minimise the risk of eruptive boiling when a spoon is
placed in the food/liquid or a stock cube is added.
•When preparing/cooking food/liquid remember that
there are certain foods, e.g. Christmas puddings, jam and
mincemeat, which heat up very quickly.
•When heating or cooking foods with a high fat or sugar
content do not use plastic containers.
•Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat
transferred from the food. This is especially true if plastic
wrap has been covering the top and handles of the
utensils. Oven gloves may be needed to handle the
utensils.
•To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
• Do not overcook food.
• Watch the microwave oven carefully if paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are used inside the
oven during cooking.

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A: Control Panel B: Turntable Shaft
C: Ring Assembly D: Turntable
E: Window F: Door
G: Door Latch
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Note:
•Never place the glass turntable upside down. The move-
ment of the glass turntable should never be restricted.
•Both the glass turntable and the ring assembly must
always be used during cooking.
•Food and containers of food must always be placed on the
glass turntable for cooking.

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First Use of the Oven
First use
•Before using the oven for the first time we recommend that you
clean it with soapy water, rinse and dry carefully.
Please note:
•This appliance has been fitted with a cooling fan to achieve
maximum eciency and to maintain low surface temperatures. The
cooling fan will switch on automatically when the oven switches
on. It is normal for the cooling fan to continue to run after use,
depending on the duration of cooking programme used.
• The oven light remains on for every cooking function.
When the microwave oven is first connected to the power supply
the display will show “0:00” and it will sound one beep.

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Control Panel
Controls (Fig. 2)
A: LED display
B: Microwave button
C: Multi-Function knob
D: Clock / Timer button
E: Stop / Clear button
F: Door Release
G: Weight / Timed
Defrost button
LED Display (Fig. 3)
1: Microwave
2: Not used
3: Time Defrost
4: Weight Defrost
5: Microwave Power
6: Clock
7: Minute Minder
8: Auto
9: Key Lock
10: Weight
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Oven Controls and Use
Setting the Clock
•Press the “Clock / Timer” button twice: The hours figure will flash.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the hours
(between 0 - 23), note the appliance works in the 24hour clock
format.
•Press the “Clock / Timer” button again: The minutes figure will flash.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the minutes
(between 0 - 59).
•Press the “Clock / Timer” button again to finish setting the time: The
“:” will flash and the time will light up.
Microwave Cooking
•Press the “Microwave” button once: The Display will show “P100”.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the power
level (Alternatively, you may prefer to press the “Microwave” button
repeatedly until the required power level is shown). This can be
set at 100%, 80%, 50%, 30% or 10% of full power; the display shows
“P100”, “P80”, “P50”, “P30” or “P10”.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to confirm the power level.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the cooking
time. This can be set between “00:05” and “95:00” minutes.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob again to start cooking.

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Quick Start Microwave Cooking
There are two dierent quick start microwave cooking options that
can be used when the oven is in standby mode:-
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob once and the oven will cook on
100% microwave power for 30 seconds: This cooking time can be
increased in 30 second increments (up to 95 minutes) by repeatedly
pressing the “Multi-Function” knob.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob anti-clockwise to set a cooking time,
then press the “Multi-Function” knob once and the oven will cook
on 100% microwave power for the set time.
Note: Pressing the “Multi-Function” button once will increase the
cooking time by 30 seconds.
Defrost by Weight
•Press the “Weight / Timed Defrost” button once: The Display will
show “dEF1”.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob to select the weight of food, between
100g - 2000g.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to start defrosting.
Defrost by Time
•Press the “Weight / Timed Defrost” button twice: The Display will
show“dEF2”.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the cooking
time. This can be set between “00:05” and “95:00” minutes.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to start defrosting: The power level
is set at 30% and is not adjustable for this function.

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Auto Menu
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob clockwise to select a cooking menu:
The menu number from “A-1” to “A-8” will show in the display.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to confirm the menu.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob to select the cooking weight from the
available options in the table on the next page.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to start cooking.
Minute Minder
•Press the “Clock / Timer” button once: The display will show
“00:00”.
•Turn the “Multi-Function” knob in either direction to set the time
required. This can be set between “00:05” and “95:00” minutes.
•Press the “Multi-Function” knob to confirm the setting: The clock
indicator will be illuminated and count down the remaining time.
•When the set time is reached, the beeper will sound 5 times then
the display will revert back to showing the current time.
Programme Status
•During microwave cooking the current power level can be displayed
by pressing the “Microwave” button once. The power level will be
displayed for 3 seconds.
•During cooking programmes, the current time can be displayed by
pressing the “Clock / Timer” button once. The time will be displayed
for 3 seconds.

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Menu Number Food Type Weight Display Shows
A-1 Pizza 200g 200
400g 400
A-2 Meat
250g 250
350g 350
450g 450
A-3 Vegetables
200g 200
300g 300
400g 400
A-4 Pasta 50g (plus 450ml cold water) 50
100g (plus 800ml cold water) 100
A-5 Potato
200g 200
400g 400
600g 600
A-6 Fish
250g 250
350g 350
450g 450
A-7 Drinks
1 (approx. 120ml) 1
2 (approx. 240ml) 2
3 (approx. 360ml) 3
A-8 Popcorn 50g 50
100g 100
Auto Menu Details

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Key Lock:
When the microwave oven is in standby mode the keys can be locked
to reduce the risk of accidentally switching the oven on.
•Press the “Stop / Clear” button for 3 seconds, there will be a long
beep as the key lock is engaged.
• If the time is set, the display will show the “Key Lock” symbol.
• If the time is not set, the display will show “ ”.
•To unlock the keys, press the “Stop / Clear” button for another 3
seconds, there will be a long beep as the key lock is released.

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Care and Maintenance
IMPORTANT
There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance. It is
dangerous for anyone other than a qualified person to perform
maintenance or repair that requires the removal of any cover as
these provide protection against exposure to microwave power
and extremely high voltages.
The oven exterior
As the oven has a stainless steel surface, you should use a
nonabrasive cleaner. Any abrasive cleaner (including Cif) will scratch
the surface and could erase the control panel markings. Stainless
steel can be eectively cleaned by simply using a dilute solution of
water and mild detergent and drying to a shine with a clean cloth.
Proprietary stainless steel cleaners are available. We also
recommend the use of a micro-fibre cloth for cleaning stainless steel
surfaces.
Inside of Oven
The oven should always be cleaned after use when it has cooled
down.
The cavity should be cleaned using a mild detergent solution and
warm water.

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IMPORTANT:
•Steam cleaners must not be used when cleaning this appliance.
•Once care and maintenance is complete, ensure that all parts are
correctly replaced before using the oven.
When correctly installed, your product meets all safety
requirements laid down for this type of product. However, special
care should be taken around the rear or the underneath of the
appliance as these areas are not designed or intended to be
touched and may contain sharp or rough edges that could cause
injury.
If your appliance is not working:
1. Check that it is switched on.
2. Check that the mains supply has not been switched o.
3. Check that the fuse in the spur has not blown.
In the event of a fault with the appliance, please advise CDA Customer
Care of any fault code shown on the display
Contact CDA Customer Care
A : Customer Care Department, The CDA Group Ltd, Harby Road,
Langar, Nottinghamshire, NG13 9HY
T : 01949 862 012 F: 01949 862 003
E: customer[email protected] W: www.cda.eu

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Troubleshooting
You observe that Possible Causes What should you do?
Microwave oven interfering with
TV
This is a normal feature of
microwave energy.
Relocate TV or aerial to improve
reception.
Oven light dim. In low power microwave cooking
the light may dim a little. This is normal.
Steam condensing on door / hot
air expelled from outlets.
Normal heat generated from the
cooking process. This is normal.
The oven cannot be started
Power cable not fully plugged in. Unplug, wait 10 seconds then
plug in again.
Blown fuse in the plug.
Check fuse in the plug, if fault
persists unplug the machine and
contact CDA Customer Care.
Faulty power supply to the
socket.
Check the socket by plugging
in an other appliance, if fault
persists unplug the machine and
contact CDA Customer Care.
Microwave oven does not heat. Door not closed properly.
Open and close the door then
try again, if fault persists unplug
the machine and contact CDA
Customer Care.
Glass turntable noisy when
running. Dirt on rollers or base of oven.
Clean roller track in oven base.
Check rollers are clean and turn
freely.

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Installation
Important
•The appliance should be installed in a wall unit (open at the rear)
with the appropriate dimensions for recessed installation (Fig. 4).
•Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the
microwave oven.
•Place the oven as far away from radios and TV’s as possible.
Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your
radio or TV reception.
Fig. 4
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