Electrolux EMS26415X User manual

Microwave oven
EMS26415
User Manual

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from Electrolux, which hopefully will
provide you with lots of pleasure in the
future. Electrolux ambition is to offer a
wide variety of quality products that
would make your life even more
comfortable. You can look at some
examples on the cover in this manual.
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and start using and enjoying the benefits
from your new machine. We promise that
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Safety information 4
Product description 7
Before first use 8
Operation 10
Programme charts 17
Recipes 23
Care & cleaning 28
What to do if . . . 29
Specifications 29
Installation 30
Environmental information 32
uarantee / customer service 32
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The electrical outlet must be readily
accessible so that the unit can be unplugged
easily in an emergency.
It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
Do not store or use the oven outdoors.
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Do not place flammable materials near the
oven or ventilation openings. Do not block the
ventilation openings.
Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc.,
from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic
surfaces may cause a fire.
Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil
for deep frying. The temperature cannot be
controlled and the oil may catch fire.
To make popcorn, only use special
microwave popcorn makers.
Do not store food or any other items inside
the oven.
Check the settings after you start the oven to
ensure the oven is operating as desired.
See the corresponding hints in this operation
manual.
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Do not operate the oven if there is an object
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1. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.
2. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar
utensil into the liquid whilst reheating.
3. Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the
oven at the end of cooking time to prevent
delayed eruptive boiling.
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Pierce the skin of such foods as
potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking,
or they may explode.
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Use pot holders or oven gloves when
removing food from the oven to prevent burns.
Always open containers, popcorn makers,
oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face and
hands to avoid steam burns.
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Temperature of the container is not a true
indication of the temperature of the food or drink;
always check the food temperature.
Always stand back from the oven door when
opening to avoid burns from escaping steam and
heat.
Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to
release steam and avoid burns.
Keep children away from the door and
accessible parts that may become hot when the
grill is in use. Children should be kept away to
prevent them burning themselves.
Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet,
rear cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation openings,
accessories and dishes during RILL mode,
DUAL RILL mode and AUTO COOK operation
as they will become hot. Before cleaning make
sure they are not hot.
Individuals with PACEMAKERS should
check with their doctor or the manufacturer of
the pacemaker for precautions regarding
microwave ovens.
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Under no circumstances should you
remove the outer cabinet.
Never spill or insert any objects into the door
lock openings or ventilation openings. In the
event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven
immediately and call your local Service Force
Centre.
Do not immerse the power supply cord or
plug in water or any other liquid. Do not allow the
power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp
surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top
rear of the oven.
Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp
yourself or allow anyone who is not authorised
by ELECTROLUX to do so. If the oven lamp fails,
please consult your dealer or call your local
Service Force Centre
If the power supply cord of this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced with a special
cord. The exchange must be made by an
authorised Service Force technician.
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Never use sealed containers. Remove
seals and lids before use. Sealed containers
can explode due to a build up of pressure even
after the oven has been turned off.
Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a
wide-mouthed container to allow bubbles to
escape.
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To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid
and possible scalding:

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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
responsibile for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do
not play with the oven or use it as a toy.
Children should be taught all important
safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful
removal of food coverings; paying special
attention to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials)
designed to make food crisp, as they may be
extra hot.
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Never operate the oven when it is empty
except where recommended in the operation
manual, see page 14 note 2. Doing so may
damage the oven.
When using a browning dish or self-heating
material, always place a heat-resistant insulator
such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent
damage to the turntable and turntable support
due to heat stress. The preheating time specified
in the dish’s instructions must not be exceeded.
Do not use metal utensils, which reflect
microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do
not put cans in the oven.
Only use the turntable and the turntable
support designed for this oven. Do not operate
the oven without the turntable.
To prevent the turntable from breaking:
a) Before cleaning the turntable with water,
leave the turntable to cool.
b) Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a
cold turntable.
c) Do not put cold foods or cold
utensils on a hot turntable.
Do not place anything on the outer cabinet
during operation.
Do not use plastic containers for
microwaving if the oven is still hot from using the
RILL mode, DUAL RILL mode and AUTO
COOK operation because they may melt. Plastic
containers must not be used during above
modes unless the container manufacturer says
they are suitable.
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If you are unsure how to connect your oven,
please consult an authorised, qualified electrician.
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can
accept any liability for damage to the oven or
personal injury resulting from failure to observe the
correct electrical connection procedure.
Water vapour or drops may occasionally
form on the oven walls or around the door seals
and sealing surfaces. This is a normal occurrence
and is not an indication of microwave leakage or
a malfunction.

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1 rill heating element
2 Front trim
3 Oven lamp
4 Control panel
5 Door opening button
6 Waveguide cover
7 Oven cavity
8 Seal packing
9 Door seals and sealing
surfaces
10 Fixing points (4 points)
11 Ventilation openings
12 Outer cover
13 Rear cabinet
14 Power supply cord
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Check to make sure the following accessories are
provided:
(1) Turntable (2) Turntable support
(3) High rack (4) Low rack
(5) 4 fixing screws (not shown)
• Place the turntable support in the seal packing on
the floor of the cavity.
• Then place the turntable on the turntable support.
• To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or
containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when
removing them from the oven.
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When you order accessories, please mention two items:
part name and model name to your dealer or local
Service Force Centre.
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1 Digital display indicators
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Microwave
Dual
Clock
Cooking stages
2 AUTO COOK indicators
3 AUTO COOK button
4 AUTO DEFROST button
5 POWER LEVEL button
6 RILL button
7 TIMER/WEI HT knob
8 START/+30 button
9 STOP button
10 DOOR OPENIN button
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Auto Defrost bread
Auto Defrost
Weight
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The oven has a 12 and 24 hour clock.
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To set the clock to 11:30 (12 hour clock).
1. Plug in the oven.
2. The display will show: .
3. Rotate the TIMER/WEI HT knob to
adjust the hour.
4. Press the START/+30 button once
then rotate the TIMER/WEI HT knob
to adjust the minutes.
5. Press the START/+30 button.
6. Check the display: .
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1. You can rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob clockwise or anti-clockwise.
2. If you touch the stop key the time will
be automatically set to .

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To change the clock from 12H to 24H
or 24H to 12H.
1. Open the door. Press and hold the
START/+30 button for 5
seconds. The oven will beep. Press
the START/+30 button once then
rotate the TIMER/WEI HT knob to
adjust the hour.
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Use the STOP button to:
1. Erase a mistake during programming.
2. Stop the oven temporarily during
cooking, press once.
3. Cancel a programme during cooking,
touch twice.
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The oven has a safety feature which
prevents the accidental running of the
oven by a child. When the lock has been
set, no part of the microwave will operate
until the lock feature has been cancelled.
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1. Press and hold the stop button for 5
seconds.
The oven will beep twice and ‘LOC’ will
be displayed:
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• To cancel the child safety lock, press
and hold the stop button for 5
seconds, the oven will beep twice
and the time of day will be displayed.
• Child safety lock cannot be set if the
clock is not set.
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To set the clock to 23:30 (24 hour clock).
1. Plug in the oven.
2. The display will show: .
3. Press the START/+30 button. The
display will show: .
4. Rotate the TIMER/WEI HT knob to
adjust the hour.
5. Press the START/+30 button once
then rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob to adjust the minutes.
6. Press the START/+30 button.
7. Check the display: .
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1. You can rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob clockwise or anti-clockwise.
2. If you touch the stop key the time
will be automatically set to .
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To set the clock to 11:45 (12 hour clock).
1. Open the door.
2. Press and hold the START/+30
button for 5 seconds. The oven will
beep. Rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob to adjust the hour.
3. Press the START/+30 button once
then rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob to adjust the minutes.
4. Press the START/+30 button once.
5. Check the display: .
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To set the clock to 23:45 (24 hour clock).
1. Open the door.
2. Press and hold the START/+30
button for 5 seconds. The oven will
beep. Rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob to adjust the hour.
3. Press the START/+30 button once
then rotate the TIMER/WEI HT
knob to adjust the minutes.
4. Press the START/+30 button once.
5. Check the display: .

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To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven,
the microwave energy must be able to pass
through the container to penetrate the food.
Therefore it is important to choose suitable
cookware.
Round/oval dishes are preferable to
square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners
tends to overcook.
It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food
to ensure even heating.
Standing time is necessary after cooking,
as it enables the heat to disperse equally
throughout the food.
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Composition Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less heating
time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to fire.
Density Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porous foods, such
as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods, such as roasts and
casseroles.
Quantity The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven
increases. E.g. Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
Size Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as microwaves can pen-
etrate from all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the pieces the same size.
Shape Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks, take
longer to cook in the thicker parts. Round shapes cook more evenly than square
shapes when microwave cooking.
Temperature The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed. Chilled
of food foods will take longer to cook than food at room temperature. Cut into foods with
fillings, for example jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam.
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Arrange Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish. E.g. Chicken
drumsticks.
Cover Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.
Pierce Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places before cooking
or reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode, e.g. Potatoes, Fish,
Chicken, Sausages.
Important: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may explode,
even after cooking has ended, e.g. poached, hard boiled.
Stir, turn and For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking. Always
rearrange stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre.
Stand Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally
throughout the food.
Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be shielded
with small pieces of foil, which reflect microwaves, e.g. legs and wings on a chicken.