Farberware FM13AFSS User manual

MICROWAVE OVEN
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model: FM13AFSS
Read these instructions carefully before using
your microwave oven. If you follow the
instructions, your oven will provide you with
many years of good service.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
(rev. 07/21/22 MD)

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Farberware is a registered trademark of Farberware Licensing Company, LLC
Manufactured and sold pursuant to a license from Farberware Licensing Company, LLC
© 2022 Farberware Licensing Company, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Table of Contents
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... 4
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................ 4
SAFETY................................................................................ 4
GROUNDING .................................................................... 6
UTENSILS............................................................................ 8
SETTING UP YOUR OVEN ................................................ 10
CONTROL PANEL.............................................................. 12
OPERATION ...................................................................... 13
MAINTENANCE................................................................. 19
WARRANTY INFORMATION ............................................ 20

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
SPECIFICATIONS
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 allows soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
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:
d. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
1. DOOR (bent)
2. HINGEST AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
3. DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACES
Model: FM13AFSS
Rated Voltage: 120V~60Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave): 1500 W
Rated Output Power(Microwave): 1000 W
Rated Input Power (Grill): 1100 W
Rated Input Power (Convection): 1800 W
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals
including Phthalates or other chemicals which are known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and
other reproductive harm.
For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When usuing 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 the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific: “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 4.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See
“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 6.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation in-
structions.
5. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
6. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door,
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergent applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
7. Keep cord away from heated surface.
8. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to overheat beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN
VERY HOT LIQUID SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DIS-
TURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury
to persons:
9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact near-
est authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
11. 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.
12. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water - for ex-
am-ple, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar
location.
13. Do not immerse cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
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. fter 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.
1. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
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, or 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.

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14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed
from the microwave oven is not always present.
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 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.
18. Oversized food or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in a microwave/toaster
oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
19. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts
involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not use paper products when appliance is operated in the toaster mode.
21. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven
when not in use.
22. Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause over-
heating of the oven.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY (NOT FOR
COMMERCIAL USE)

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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 plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
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 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 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounded plug, and 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord
shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
DANGER - Electric Shock Hazard:
Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.
WARNING - 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.
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 exer-cised 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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UTENSILS
CAUTION - Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches
should be pierced before cooking.
See the instructions on “Materials you can use in microwave oven.” or “Materials cannot be used
in microwave oven.”
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt,
you can test the utencil in question by following the procedure below.
Utensil Test:
NOTE - KEEP THE CAVITY CLEAN
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup or cold water
(250ml) along with the utensil in question.
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 cooking.
4. Do no exceed 1 minute cooking time.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
This device complies with part 18
of the FCC Rules.
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to you r radio, TV or
similar equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the
following measures:
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 and
receiver are on different branch circuits.

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MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN
Utensils Remarks
Browning Dish 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.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass
jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic
trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer* instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups Use for short term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic 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.
Plastic wrap 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 papers Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

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MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN MICROWAVE OVEN
SETTING UP YOUR OVEN
Names of Oven Parts and Accessories
Utensils Remarks
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe
dish.
Food carton with metal handle May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe
dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed utensils Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal
trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside
when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven
and may split or crack.
Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity. Your oven comes with the
following accessories:
Grill Rack( Can not be used in
microwave function and must
be placed on the glass tray )
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring assembly 1
Instruction Manual 1
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BCDE
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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