Colins & Company EM038K6BA User manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Read these instructions carefully before using your
microwave oven,and keep it carefully.
If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with
many years of good service.
Model: EM038K6BA

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since
operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allows soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particular important that
the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) DOOR (bent)
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACE
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
open-door
S
ly
Specifications
Model:
Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:
External Dimensions:
Net Weight:
Approx.
120V~60Hz
1000W
1550W
38L
345mm
EM038K6BA
606mmx411mmx432mm
26kg
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WARNING -
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific:
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"
found on page 2.
combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
only to properly grounded outlet. See
found on
page 5.
accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS"
4. Install or locate this appliance only in
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass
jars - are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in the 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.
supervision is necessary when used
by children.
7. As with any appliance, close
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working
properly, or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a
by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest
authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
9. This appliance should be serviced only
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water - for
example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar location.
1 . Do not immerse cord or plug in water.2
1 . Keep cord away from heated surface.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter.
3
15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door,
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
1). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other
2). Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bag before placing bag in oven.
3). If material inside of the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
4). Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present.
17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
precautions should be followed, including
When using electrical appliances basic safety
following:the
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
or
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stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container. spoon or other utensil into the container.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
appliance is equipped with a cord having a
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN
THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
4) After heating, allow the container to
5) Use extreme care when inserting a
grounding wire with a grounding plug.
reduces the risk electric current. This
The plug
SA E THESE INSTRUCTIONS
must be
V
ease should not be allowed to accumulate on
hood or filter.
Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based
oven cleaners, may damage the filter
r use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.
on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in
operation .
20. Clean Ventilation Hoods Frequently - Gr
21. Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter.
22. Suitable fo
18. Do not mount over sink.
19. Do not store anything directly
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1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV
or similar
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the
following
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
are on different branch circuits.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
equipment.
measures:
and receiver
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
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WARNING - Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not
completely or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical
appliance.
understood,
If it is necessary to use an
3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
rating of the
Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death.
disassemble this appliance.
DANGER -
Do not
Electric Shock Hazard
Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until
appliance is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING -
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Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic
pierced before cooking.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold
water (250ml) along with the
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is
warm, do not use it for microwave
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
UTENSILS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If
utensil in question following the procedure below.
CAUTION -
pouches should be
microwave oven."
in doubt, you can test the
utensil in question.
cooking.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of
meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from
oven walls.
Follow manufacturer* instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be
at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable to break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars
are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Follow manufacturer* instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short*erm cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended
while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
for a short-term cooking only.
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Browning dish
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking
bags
Paper plates
and cups
Paper towels
Parchment
paper
Dinnerware
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer* instructions. Should be
labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the food
inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be
slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray
Food carton with
metal handle
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Plastic foam
Wood
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may
cause arcing.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed
to high temperature.
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split
or crack.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
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A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring assembly
D) Glass tray
E) Observation window
F) Door assembly
G) Safety interlock system
F
G
A
CB
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SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of Oven Parts and Accessories
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring assembly 1
Instruction Manual 1
Hub (underside)
Glass tray
Turntable ring assembly
a. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass
tray should never be restricted.
b. Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must
always be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food are always placed
on the glass tray for cooking.
d. If
glass tray or
turntable ring assembly cracks or
breaks, contact your nearest authorized service
center.
Turntable Installation
Turntable shaft
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a b c d e f hg
AUTO
COOK
AUTO
DEFROST
POPCORN REHEAT POWER
LEVEL
KITCHEN
TIMER
CLOCK
VENT
HI-LO-OFF
LIGHT
ON/OFF
TURNTABLE
ON/OFF
Control Panel
i j k l m n
A
BPopcorn
CReheat
DPower Level
EKitchen Timer
FDisplay
GNumber Pads
HStop/Cancel/Lock
IDefrost
JTurntable On/O
KLight On/O
LVent Hi-Lo-O
MClock
NStart/+30 Sec
Auto Cook
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11 power levels are available.
Level
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Power
Display
PL-HI
PL-90
PL-80
PL-70
PL-60
PL-50
PL-40
PL-30
PL-20
PL-10
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
1) " "
to remind you to
2) Press the number keys and enter the correct time. For example, time is 10:12 now,
please press "1,0,1,2" in turn.
3) Press "
In waiting state, press " " once, time.
The clock can be set in 12-hour mode.
"
and 99 seconds)
" button to cnfirm the clock.
counting down.
will blink in the display
input the
once, " ENTER TIME " will blink in the display.
Clock
Start/+30 Sec
Kitchen Timer
1 . Power Level
Operation
1) Press "
2) Press the number keys and enter the timer time.(The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes
3) Press "
PL0
0
2 . Power On
When the microwave oven is electrified, the screen will display " 12:00 PRESS CLOCK
ENTER TIME " . The buzzer will ring once. Press number keys to set clock or press
" " to exit clock setting mode. If there is no operation within 5 minutes, the
STOP/Cancel
oven will enter waiting state.
3 . Clock
" to confirm setting. The kitchen time will start
Start/+30 Sec
4 . Kitchen Timer
0%
12:00 PRESS CLOCK ENTER TIME
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1) ress the number keys to set the cooking time.(The maximum cooking time
and 99 seconds)
2) Press " " repeatedly or press number keys to adjust the power level.
In waiting state, p
is 99 minutes
Power Level
Start/+30 Sec
5 . Time Cook
Two stages(microwave cooking and defrosting) can be maximumly set. If one stage is
be put in the first stage. The buzzer will ring once after each stage and
Example: if you want to defrost meat with 2.0 lbs for 5 minutes, then to cook with 80%
microwave power for 7 minutes. The steps are as following:
1) Press "
6 . Multi-stage Cooking
will
(2) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level with 30 seconds' cooking time can
be started by pressing " START/+30SEC ". Each press on the same button will increase
cooking time by 30 seconds. the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
(1) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by select a cooking
time from 1 to 9 minutes by pressing number pads1 to 9.
7 . Speedy Cooking
", "7", "0", "0" , the screen will display "07:00";
Press " "
0
Power Level to choose % power, and screen will display
;" "PL-
thrice 80
80
Start/+30 Sec
The default power is PL-HI.
defrosting, it
the next stage will begin.
" once, the screen will display "MEAT";
Auto Defrost
" to confirm the function. The screen will display "ENTER
3) Press the number keys to set the weight of the food.
START/+30SEC
WEIGHT".
2) Press "
4) Press "
5)
6) Press " " to start cooking.
3) Press number keys to choose the desired power level.
4) Press " " to start microwave cooking.
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1) Press " " once, the screen will display "MEAT".
" repeatedly to choose the desired function. And "MEAT",
"POULTRY" , "FISH" or "BREAD" will display in turn .
2) Press "
3) Press " " to confirm the function. The screen will display "ENTER
4) Press the number keys to set the weight of the food.
" to start defrosting.
5) Press "
Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost
Auto Defrost programs
Food Weight range
0.1 - 6.0 lbs
9. Auto Defrost
Meat
Poultry
Fish
Bread
0.1 - 6.0 lbs
0.1 - 6.0 lbs
0.1 - 6.0 lbs
START/+30SEC
WEIGHT".
START/+30SEC
Press button
1
2
3
4
" repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display.
"1"SET: approximate 3.3 ounces
2"SET: approximate 3.0 ounces
3"SET: approximate 1.75 ounces
For example, press " " once , "3.3" appears in the screen.
2) Press" " to cook.
Popcorn
Popcorn
8. Popcorn
1) Press "
START/+30SEC
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Reheat programs
10. Reheat
" repeatedly until the menu you wish appears in the display.
"
11. Auto Cook
1) Press "
2) Press "
once , the screen will display "POTATO".
repeatedly until the menu you wish appears in the display.
Reheat"
1) Press "
2) Press "
once , the screen will display "B
START/+30SEC
Quantity
1
2
3
4
5
Menu
1/2 plate
1 cup
10.5 oz
Program no.
Beverage
Dinner Plate
Soup/Sauce
Casserole
Pizza 1 - 4 slices
Cook Mode
Micro
Micro
Micro
2 cups
3 cups
1 cup
2 cups
3 cups
The Reheat function is programmed to reheat the following items: Beverage, Dinner
Plate, Pizza, Soup/Sauce and Casserole.
EVERAGE,PRESS START".
Reheat"
"DINNER PLATE, PIZZA,SOUP AND CASSEROLE" will display in order.
3) Press " " to confirm the menu.
START/+30SEC
4) Press number buttons to choose the weight.
5) Press " " to start cooking.
Auto Cook
"PRESS AGAIN FOR OPTIONS" will light.
Auto Cook
3) Press " " to confirm the menu.
START/+30SEC
START/+30SEC
4) Press number buttons to choose the weight.
5) Press " " to start cooking.
Micro
Micro
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12 .Operating the Ventilation Fan
1) Press " " once to start ventilation fan, the screen will display "HIGH" .
Vent Hi-Lo-Off
The oven will return to waiting state after 2 seconds.
" twice, the screen will display "LOW" .
Vent Hi-Lo-Off
The oven will return to waiting state after 2 seconds.
" thrice , the screen will
Vent Hi-Lo-Off
The oven will return to waiting state after 2 seconds.
2) Press "
3) Press " to turn off the ventilation fan
display "OFF" .
The appliance is equipped with a cooking surface light, to light the surface
With the" " button you can set two
Brightness
Off
underneath the appliance.
levels.
13 .Turning the Light on/off
Display
ON
OFF
Light On/Off
brightness
On
Item Quantity
Potato 1 to 4 potatoes
Fresh Vegetables 1 to 4 cups (140 to 420 g)
Frozen Vegetables 1to 4
cups(140to 420g)
Frozen Dinner 10 / 20 oz.
White Rice 1 / 2 cups (185 / 370 g)
Frozen Breakfast 8 / 12 oz.
Ground Meat 8/16/24 oz.
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For best cooking results, leave the turntable on. It can be turned off for
To turn the turntable off, press" " once.
The
large dishes.
14 .Turning the turntable on / off
Turntable
screen will display "OFF" for 2 seconds. Press" "
On/Off
Turntable On/Off again to
turn the turntable on. The screen will display " ON " for 2 seconds.
CHILD LOCKOUT
The Child Lock feature allows you to lock the microwave control panel for easy
cleaning or to avoid unintentionally changing the settings or turning on the
microwave oven.
To Lock/Unlock the control panel:
•To Lock: Press STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds. The Lock icon
will illuminate and
“LOCKED” will appear in the display to indicate the lock has been activated.
•To Unlock: Press STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds. The Lock icon
will disappear
and “UNLOCK” will appear in the display to indicate the lock has been
deactivated.
15.
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Troubleshooting
Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem. If the
microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the nearest authorized service center.
TROUBLE
Oven will not start
POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
a. Electrical cord for oven is
not plugged in.
b. Door is open.
c. Wrong operation is set.
a. Plug into the outlet.
b. Close the door and try
again.
c. Check instructions.
Arcing or sparking
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were
used.
b. The oven is operated when
empty.
c. Spilled food remains in the
cavity.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Do not operate with oven
empty.
c. Clean cavity with wet towel.
Unevenly cooked
foods
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were
used.
b. Food is not defrosted
completely.
c. Cooking time, power level
is not suitble.
d. Food is not turned or stirred.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
d. Turn or stir food.
Overcooked foods Cooking time, power level is
not suitable. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Undercooked foods
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were used.
b. Food is not defrosted
completely.
c. Oven ventilation ports are
restricted.
d. Cooking time, power level is
not suitable.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Completely defrost food.
c. Check to see that oven venti-
lation ports are not restricted.
d. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
Improper defrosting
a. Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven were used.
b. Cooking time, power level is
not suitable.
c. Food is not turned or stirred.
a. Use microwave-safe
cookware only.
b. Use correct cooking time,
power level.
c. Turn or stir food.
MAINTENANCE
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