DAEWOO ELECTRONICS KOR-6L57 User manual

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
& COOK BOOK
MICROWAVE OVEN
KOR-6L57

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) 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.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
(c) WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the
oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person : (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and
latches(broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing
surfaces.
(d) 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.
(e) WARNING : Liquids and other foods must not be heated
in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
(f) WARNING : This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children unless
they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

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• PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY .....................................................................................................................1
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................3
• EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................5
• INSTALLATION............................................................................................................5
• FEATURES DIAGRAM ................................................................................................6
• OPERATION PROCEDURE ........................................................................................7
• CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN .......................................................................8
• QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ....................................................................................9
• BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ........................................................................10
• CARE AND CLEANING .............................................................................................10
• DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT.......................10
• SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................11
• COOKING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................12
• USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY ...............................................................13
• ARCING .....................................................................................................................13
• MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES ..................................................................................14
• HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD..........................................................................14
• CONVERSION CHARTS ...........................................................................................14
• COOKING TECHNIQUES .........................................................................................15
• DEFROSTING GUIDE ...............................................................................................16
• COOKING & REHEATING CHART............................................................................17
• VEGETABLE CHART.................................................................................................18
• RECIPES ...................................................................................................................20
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING : To prevent fire, burns, electric shock and other
warnings:
Listed below are, as with all appliances, certain rules to follow
and safeguards to assure high performance from this oven:
1. Do not use the oven for any reason
other than food preparation, such as
for drying clothes, paper, or any other
nonfood items or for sterilizing
purposes.
2. Do not use the oven when empty, this
could damage the oven.
3. Do not use the oven cavity for any type
of storage, such as papers, cookbook,
cookware, etc.
4. Do not operate the oven without the
glass tray in place. Be sure it is
properly sitting on the rotating base.
5. Make sure you remove caps or lids
prior to cooking when you cook food
sealed in bottles.
6. Do not put foreign material between
the oven surface and door. It could
result in excessive leakage of
microwave energy.
7. Do not use recycled paper products for
cooking. They may contain impurities
which could cause sparks and/or fires
when used during cooking.
8. Do not pop popcorn unless popped in
a microwave approved popcorn
popper or unless it's commercially
packaged and recommended
especially for microwave ovens.
Microwave popped corn produces a
lower yield than conventional popping;
there will be a number of unpopped
kernels. Do not use oil unless specified
by the manufacturer.
9. Do not cook any food surrounded by a
membrane, such as egg yolks,
potatoes, chicken livers, etc., without
first piercing them several times with a
fork.
10. Do not pop popcorn longer than the
manufacturer's directions. (popping
time is generally below 3 minutes).
Longer cooking does not yield more
popped corn, it can cause scorchings
and fire.
Also, the cooking tray can become too
hot to handle or may break.
11. If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug
the appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stifle any flames.
12. When heating food in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven
due to the possibility of ignition.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
13. The contents of feeding bottles and
baby food jars shall be stirred or
shaken and the temperature checked
before consumption, in order to avoid
burns.
14. Always test the temperature of food
or drink which has been heated in a
microwave oven before you give it to
somebody, especially to children or
elderly people. This is important
because things which have been
heated in a microwave oven carry on
getting hotter even though the
microwave oven cooking has
stopped.
15. 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;
16. Keep the waveguide cover clean at
all times.
Wipe the oven interior with a soft
damp cloth after each use. If you
leave grease or fat anywhere in the
cavity it may overheat, smoke or even
catch fire when next using the oven.
17. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as
you cannot control the temperature
and doing so may lead to overheating
and fire.
18. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea
are able to be overheated beyond the
boiling point without appearing to be
boiling due to surface tension of the
liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when
the container is removed from the
microwave oven is not always
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON
OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED
INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
a) Do not overheat the liquid.
b) Stir the liquid both before and
halfway through heating it
c) Do not use straight-sided
containers with narrow necks.
d) After heating, allow the container to
stand in the microwave oven for a
short time before removing the
container.
e) Use extreme care when inserting a
spoon or other utensil into the
container.
19. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
20. Only use utensils that are suitable for
use in microwave ovens.
21. Microwave heating of beverages can
result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.

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EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be earthed. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having a earthing wire with a earthing plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed
and earthed.
WARNING : Improper use of the earthing plug can
result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are
not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly earthed. If it is
necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-blade earthing plug, and a
3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the
appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord
should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of
the appliance.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead fitted to this appliance are
colored in accordance with the following code.
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the colored
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows : the wire which is colored green-and-yellow
must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter ‘E’ or by the earth symbol or
green-and-yellow. The wire which is colored blue must
be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter ‘N’ or colored black. The wire which is colored
brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter ‘L’ or colored red.
WARNING : The appliance must be earthed.
INSTALLATION
1. Ventilation
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during
operation, the oven may overheat and eventually
cause a failure. For proper ventilation, allow above
76mm of space between oven sides, rear and the
minimum height of free space necessary above the
top surface of the oven is 100mm.
2. Steady, flat location
This oven should be set on a steady, flat surface.
This oven is designed for counter top use only.
The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet
unless it has been tested in a cabinet.
3. Leave space behind and side
All air vents should be kept a clearance. If all vents
are covered during operation, the oven may overheat
and, eventually, oven failure.
4. Away from radio and TV sets
Poor television reception and radio interference may
result if the oven is located close to a TV, Radio
antenna, feeder and so on. Position the oven as far
from them as possible.
5. Away from heating appliance and water taps
Keep the oven away from hot air, steam or Splash
when choosing a place to position it, or the insulation
might be adversely affected and breakdowns occur.
6. Power supply
• Check your local power source. This oven requires
a current of approximately 6 amperes, 230V 50Hz.
• Power supply cord is about 0.8 meters long.
• The voltage used must be the same as specified on
this oven. Using a higher voltage may result in a fire
or other accident causing oven damage. Using low
voltage will cause slow cooking. We are not
responsible for damage resulting from use of this
oven with a voltage of ampere fuse other than those
specified.
• 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.
7. Examine the oven after unpacking for any
damage such as:
A misaligned door, Broken door, A dent in cavity. If
any of the above are visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and
notify dealer immediately.
8. Do not operate the oven if it is colder than room
temperature.
(This may occur during delivery in cold weather.)
Allow the oven to become room temperature before
operating.

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11Door latch - When the door is closed, it will
automatically shut off. If the door is opened while
the oven is operating, the magnetron will
automatically shut off.
22Door seal - The door seal surfaces prevent
microwaves escaping from the oven cavity.
33Oven cavity
44Oven lamp - Automatically turns on during oven
operating.
55Safety interlock system
66Variable Power Control Knob - Used to select a
microwave power level.
77Waveguide cover - Protects the microwave outlet
from splashes of cooking foods.
88Roller guide - This must always be used for
cooking together with the glass cooking tray.
99Coupler- This fits over the shaft in the center of the
oven cavity floor.
This is to remain in the oven for all cooking.
00Glass cooking tray - Made of special heat resistant
glass. The tray must always be in proper position
before operating. Do not cook food directly on the
tray.
qqViewing screen - Allows viewing of food.
The screen is designed so that light can pass
through, but not the microwave.
wwTimer knob - Used in setting cooking time for all
functions.
eeDoor open button - To open the door push the
door open button.
FEATURES DIAGRAM
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OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Plug power supply cord into 230V AC 50Hz power
outlet.
2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open
the oven door and put it on the glass tray.
The glass tray and roller guide must always be in
place during cooking.
3. Close the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.
The oven door can be opened at any time during
operation by pulling the door handle. The oven
will automatically shut off.
4. Set the variable power control knob to the desired
power level.
5. Set the operating time by turning the timer knob
to the desired cook time and the microwave
cooking starts.
• If setting the timer control for less than
2 minutes, turn it past 2 minutes and then back
to the desired time.
6. Microwave energy will be turned off automatically
when the timer knob reaches “OFF”. Then food
can be taken out of the oven.
• To prevent the oven from operating with the
door open, your microwave oven is fitted with
safety door interlock switches.
• If you wish to inspect the food while it is cooking
simply open the door. The oven will
automatically stop cooking. To continue
cooking, you simply close the door.
• If you wish to stop cooking, simply turn the timer
knob to the “OFF” position. Cooking can be
reset at any time during the cooking cycle by
turning the timer control.
• Do not let the timer continue to operate after
removing or when there is no food.
This section includes useful information about oven operation.
Gentle heating
Heat
Defrost
Low stage
Medium
Medium high
High
SYMBOL POWER LEVEL
120W 130W
180W 210W
270W 310W
390W 440W
500W 570W
610W 690W
700W 800W
OUTPUT POWER
700W 800W

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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Turn the oven off before cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food
spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,
wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be
used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh
detergent or abrasives is not recommended.
The outside oven surface should be cleaned with
soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft cloth.
To prevent damage to the operating parts inside
the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into
the ventilation openings.
If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a
soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or
abrasives on Control Panel.
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 conditions and in no way indicates
malfunction of the unit.
It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass
tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy
water or in a dishwasher.
The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be
cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild
detergent water or window cleaner and dry. The roller
guide may be washed in mild sudsy water.
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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.
ROLLER GUIDE
Glass Tray Roller Guide
The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should be
cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.
The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be used
for cooking together with the Glass Tray.
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GLASS TRAY
DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray
in place.
DO NOT use any other Glass Tray with this oven.
If Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW TO COOL before
cleaning or placing it in water.
DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.
(Except for popcorn)
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
* Q :I accidentally ran my microwave oven
without any food in it. Is it damaged?
* A : Running the oven empty for a short time will
not damage the oven. However, it is not
recommended.
* Q :Can the oven be used with the glass tray
or roller guide removed?
* A : No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must
always be used in the oven before cooking.
* Q :Can I open the door when the oven is
operating?
* A : The door can be opened anytime during the
cooking operation. Then microwave energy
will be instantly switched off and the time
setting will maintain until the door is closed.
* Q :Why do I have moisture in my microwave
oven after cooking?
* A : The moisture on the side of your microwave
oven is normal. It is caused by steam from
cooking food hitting the cool oven surface.
* Q :Does microwave energy pass through the
viewing screen in the door?
* A : No. The metal screen bounces back the
energy to the oven cavity. The holes are
made to allow light to pass through. They do
not let microwave energy pass through.
* Q :Why do eggs sometimes pop?
* A : When baking or poaching eggs, the yolk
may pop due to steam build-up inside the
yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply
pierce the yolk with a toothpick before
cooking. Never cook eggs without piercing
their shells.
* Q :Why this standing time recommended
after the cooking operation has been
completed?
* A : Standing time is very important.
With microwave cooking, the heat is in the
food, not in the oven. Many foods build up
enough internal heat to allow the cooking
process to continue, even after the food is
removed from the oven. Standing time for
joints of meat, large vegetables and cakes is
to allow the inside to cook completely,
without overcooking the outside.
* Q :What does “standing time” mean?
* A : “Standing time” means that food should be
removed from the oven and covered for
additional time to allow it to finish cooking.
This frees the oven for other cooking.
* Q :Why does my oven not always cook as
fast as the microwave cooking guide
says?
* A : Check your cooking guide again, to make
sure you’ve followed directions exactly ; and
to see what might cause variations in
cooking time. Cooking guide times and heat
settings are suggestions, to help prevent
over-cooking... the most common problem in
getting used to a microwave oven.
Variations in the size, shape and weights
and dimensions could require longer cooking
time. Use your own judgement along with
the cooking guide suggestions to check
whether the food has been properly cooked
just as you would do with a conventional
cooker.
* Q :Will the microwave oven be damaged if it
operates while empty?
* A : Yes. Never run it empty.
* Q : Can I operate my microwave oven
without the turntable or turn the turntable
over to hold a large dish?
* A : No. If you remove or turn over the turntable,
you will get poor cooking results. Dishes
used in your oven must fit on the turntable.
* Q : Is it normal for the turntable to turn in
either direction?
* A : Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or
counterclockwise, depending on the rotation
of the motor when the cooking cycle begins.
* Q : Can I pop popcorn in my microwave
oven? How do I get the best results?
* A : Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn
following manufacture’s guidelines. Do not
use regular paper bags. Use the “listening
test” by stopping the oven as soon as the
popping slows to a “pop” every 1 or 2
seconds. Do not repop unpopped kernels.
Do not pop popcorn in glass cookware.