Emerson MW7601SL User manual

700W MICROWAVE OVEN
OWNER’S MANUAL
MW7601SL
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Table of Contents
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy
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Important Safety Instructions
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16
Safety Precautions
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16
Federal Communications Commission Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
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16
Grounding Instructions
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16
Installation
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17
Care of Your Microwave Oven
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17
How to Use Your Microwave Oven Safely
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18
Location of Controls
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18
19
Operation
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19
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20
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20
21
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12 22
13 22
13 22
13 23
14 24
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Stop/Clear Button
Start/+30 Sec Button
Setting the Clock
Kitchen Timer
Express Cook
Time Cook
Weight Defrost
Time Defrost
Auto Cook
Two-Stage Cooking
Setting Child Lock
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Cooking Guide
The Principles of Microwave
Cooking
Food Characteristics
Microwave Techniques
Hot Snacks and Appetizers
Seafood
Meats
Poultry
Eggs & Cheese
Soup
Vegetables
Casseroles
Sauces
Sandwiches
Pasta and Grains
Cereals
Convenience Foods
Desserts
Specifications
Before You Call for Service
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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. Wipe the sealing area frequently
with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.
(c) 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: (1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals and
sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances 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 this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" found on page 2.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 7.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided
installation instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for
example, closed glass jars) may explode and should not be heated in
this oven.
6. 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.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by
children.
8. 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.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair,
or adjustment.
10. Do NOT cover or block any openings on this appliance.
11. Do NOT store or use this appliance outdoors. Do NOT use this product
near water, for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, or similar locations.
12. Do NOT immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together when
closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps, or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
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(a) Do NOT overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to
facilitate cooking.
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing
bag in oven.
(c) If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven
off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
(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.
17. Do NOT use this microwave oven to heat corrosive chemicals (for
example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapors from such corrosive
chemicals may interact with the contact and springs of the safety
interlock switches, thereby rendering them inoperable.
18. Keep the spatter shield (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.
19. 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
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 stand in the microwave oven
for a short time before removing the container.
5. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the
container.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General Use
1. Do NOT attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to door,
control panel or any other part of the oven. Do NOT remove outer panel
from oven. Repairs should only be done by qualified service personnel.
2. Do NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect
continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb
energy.
3. If a fire occurs in the oven, touch the Pause/Cancel button and LEAVE THE
DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse
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or circuit breaker panel.
CAUTION: HOT SURFACE
Utensils
Food
4. Do NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven.
They may catch on fire.
5. Do NOT use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins and
waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite.
Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided, as
they may ignite.
6. Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have a thin
strip of metal embedded on the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can
burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel.
7. Avoid inserting nails, wire, etc. through any holes in the unit during
operation. Never insert a wire, nail or any other metal objects through the
holes on the cavity or any other holes or gaps, because such objects may
cause electric shock and microwave leakage.
8. 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 responsible for their safety.
9. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control system.
10. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the
appliance is operating.
1. METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic rims should not be used.
Arcing may occur.
2. METAL TWIST-TIES may not be used in the microwave oven.
3. Do NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW NECK bottles for cooking or
reheating. They may shatter.
4. Do NOT use CONVENTIONAL THERMOMETERS in the microwave oven.
They may cause arcing.
5. Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before cooking or defrosting foods in the
oven.
6. For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper cooking utensils, refer to the
COOKING GUIDE on page 16.
1. Never use your microwave oven for HOME CANNING. The oven is not
designed to permit proper canning. Improperly canned food may spoil and
be dangerous to consume.
2. COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide are approximate. Factors that
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may affect cooking are starting temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape
of food and utensils used. As you become familiar with the oven, you will be
able to adjust for these factors.
3. It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN OVERCOOK foods. If food is
undercooked, it can always be returned to the oven for further cooking. If
food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with minimum cooking
times.
4. SMALL QUANTITIES of food or foods with LOW MOISTURE content can
burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
5. Do NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may build up and the eggs may
explode.
6. Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn squash and sausage are some
examples of foods with NONPOROUS SKINS. These must be pierced before
cooking to prevent bursting.
7. POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper. Microwave popped
corn produces a lower yield than conventional popping. Do NOT use oven for
popcorn unless popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless
it’s commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave
ovens. Do NOT use oil unless specified by the manufacturer.
8. Do NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.
9. HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed with air. Do NOT heat liquids in
your microwave oven without first stirring.
10. Do NOT use paper towels to cover food as they can ignite.
WARNING: This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy
and if not installed and used properly, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television
reception.
It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM
Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential
installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment Does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following:
*Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
*Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
*Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
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*Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave
oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference
caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is
the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
ARCING
If you see arcing, press the “Pause/Cancel” button and correct the problem.
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.
Arcing is caused by:
*Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
*Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
*Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes, in the
microwave.
*Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in
the microwaves.
*Burnt (carbonized) food residue or grease spattered inside of
cabinet.
DO NOT LEAVE OVEN UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING!
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short
circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an
escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be
inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
INSTALLATION
1. Steady, flat location: When positioning the microwave oven, it should
be set on a steady, flat surface.
2. Ventilation: DO NOT BLOCK AIR VENTS. If they are blocked during
operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause oven failure. For
proper ventilation, KEEP THREE INCHES OF SPACE BETWEEN THE
OVENS TOP, SIDES, REAR AND THE AREA WHERE THE UNIT IS TO
WARNING:
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a
qualified
electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood,
or if Doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three
blade grounding plug, and a three 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.
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BE INSTALLED.
3. Radio and TV reception: Poor television reception and radio
interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio,
antenna, or antenna wire. Position the oven as far from them as possible.
4. Temperature and moisture: Keep the oven away from hot air, steam
or splashing liquids when choosing a place to locate it, otherwise, the
unit’s operation may be adversely affected, causing it to break down.
5. Power supply:
* Check your local power source. This microwave oven requires a 120V,
60Hz ,15Amp power supply.
* Use a receptacle that will accept the ground prong.
(a) A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
(b) Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used
if care is exercised in their use.
(c) 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, and (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.
6. Examine the oven for any damage such as: Dents, a misaligned door,
broken door or a dent in the cavity. If any of the above are visible, DO
NOT INSTALL THE UNIT. Notify the dealer immediately.
CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
1. Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before cleaning.
2. The oven should be cleaned regularly and have any food scraps
removed.
3. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids
When using a 3-pronged plug
3-pronged
Receptacle
3-pronged
plug
Receptacle
Box Cover
When
using a grounding adapter, make sure
the
receptacle box is fully grounded.
Grounding Lead
Screw
Receptacle
Grounding Receptacle
Adapter Box Cover
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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.
4. The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water. Then
wiped dry with a soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts
inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation
slots. If the Control Panel becomes dirty or wet, clean with a soft, dry
cloth. Do NOT use harsh detergents or abrasives on Control Panel.
5. If steam accumulates on both sides of the oven door, wipe with a soft
cloth. This may occur when
the microwave oven is
operated under high humidity
conditions and this is not an
indication of a malfunction in
the unit.
6. It is occasionally necessary to
remove the glass tray for
cleaning. Wash the tray in warm, sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
7. 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 or in the dishwasher.
Roller Guide
1. The ROLLER GUIDE and
oven floor should be cleaned
frequently to prevent
excessive noise.
2. The ROLLER GUIDE MUST
ALWAYS be used for
cooking together with the
Glass Tray.
Glass Tray
1. Do NOT operate the oven
without the Glass Tray in
place.
2. Do NOT use any other Glass
Tray with this oven.
3. If the Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW IT TO COOL before cleaning it or
placing in water.
4. Do NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.
Glass Tray
Roller Guide
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HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY
Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to
observe the following:
a) It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.
b) Do NOT place any object between the oven face and the door or allow residue
to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealing area frequently with a
mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.
c) When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child
hanging on an open door or any load which could cause the oven to fall
forward and cause injury and damage to the door. DO NOT operate the oven
if it is damaged, until it has been repaired by a qualified person. It is particularly
important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the
following:
(1) Door (bent), (2) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door seals
and sealing surfaces.
d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
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