Franklin Chef FR787S User manual

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:
0.7 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave
FR787S
PN: 261800315541

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this 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) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the oven door closes 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.
Specifications
FR7 7S
Model:
Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:
External Dimensions(LxWxH):
Net Weight:
1050 W
700 W
0.7 Cu.ft.
10.0 inch( 255 mm)
)
439.5mmX330mmX258.2mm
17.3X13.0X10.2 inch (
Approx. 22.5 Lbs(10.2kg)
120V~ 60Hz
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific: "PRECAU-
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY"
found on page 2.
3. As with most cooking appliances, close
supervision is necessary to reduce the risk
of a fire in the oven cavity.
4.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
i). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
the appliance when paper, plastic, or
other combustible materials are placed
inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
ii).Remove wire twist-ties and metal
handles from paper or plastic
containers/bags before placing them in
the oven.
iii). If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed. Turn the
oven off, and unplug the appliance.
Disconnect the power cord, shut off
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
iv). Do not use the oven cavity for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils, or food in the cavity
when not in use.
5. This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found
on page 5.
6. Install or locate this oven only in
accordance with the installation
instructions provided.
7. Some products such as whole eggs
and sealed containers-for example,
closed glass jars-are able to explode
and should not be heated in the oven.
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire,injury to
persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy
when using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
8. Use this appliance only for its intended
uses as described in this manual. Do
not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This oven is
specifically designed to heat or cook
or dry food. It is not designed for
industrial or laboratory use.
9. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used
by children.
10. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly or if it has been
damaged or dropped.
11. This appliance should be serviced only
by qualified service technicians.
Contact the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
12. Do not cover or block any openings on
the oven.
13. Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors.
14. Do not use this oven near water, for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or
similar locations.
15. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
16. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
17. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter.
18. When cleaning surfaces of door and
oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
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i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
iii) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
iv) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container.
v) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.
19. 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 LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
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 grounding wire with a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
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-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal
components can cause serious
personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.
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.
(grounding) plug
Three-pronged
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the
appliance.
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CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed utensils
could explode. Closed
containers should be opened
and plastic pouches should be
pierced before cooking.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of 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 not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
UTENSILS See the instructions on "Materials you can use in
microwave oven or to be avoided 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
utensil in question following the procedure below.
Radio Interference
1.Ashort 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 cared is exercised in
their use.
3. If a long cord sets or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension 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 countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your 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
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’s 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’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short–term 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.
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s 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.
Browning dish
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking
bags
Paper plates
and cups
Paper towels
Parchment
paper
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Dinnerware
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
C B
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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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Installation
A minimum clearance of 3.0 inches
(7.5cm) is required between the oven and
any adjacent walls. One side must be open.
(1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12
inches (30cm) above the oven.
(2) Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.
(3) Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings
can damage the oven.
(4) Place the oven as far away from
radios and TV as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may
cause interference to your radio or TV
reception.
2. Plug your oven into a standard household
outlet. Be sure the voltage and the
frequency is the same as the voltage
and the frequency on the rating label.
WARNING: Do not install oven over a
range cooktop or other heat-producing
appliance. If installed near or over a heat
source, the oven could be damaged and
the warranty would be void.
3.0 inch(7.5cm)
3.0 inch(7.5cm)
12 inch(30cm)
OPEN
Remove all packing material and accessories.
Examine the oven for any damage such as
dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is
damaged.
Countertop Installation Cabinet: Remove any protective film found
on the microwave oven cabinet surface.
Do not remove the light brown Mica cover
that is attached to the oven cavity to
protect the magnetron.
1. Select a level surface that provide
enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents.
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Control Panel and Features
OPERATION
(1) Time Cook
(2) Time Defrost
(3) Power
(4) Clock
(5) Auto menu: Popcorn,Potato,Pizza,Fresh vegetable,Beverage,Dinner plate
(6) Number Buttons:0-9
(7) Weight Defrost
(8) Kitchen Timer function
(9) Stop/Cancel: clears all previous setting pressed before cooking starts. During
cooking: press once to stop oven; twice to stop and clear all entries.
(10) Memory function
(11) Start/+30Sec.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(9)
(7)
(8)
(11)
(10)
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1. Power Level
11 power levels are available.
Level
Power
Display
10
100%
PL10
9
90%
PL9
8
80%
PL8
7
70%
PL7
6
60%
PL6
5
50%
PL5
4
40%
PL4
3
30%
PL3
2
20%
PL2
1
10%
PL1
2. Clock Setting
(1) Press " CLOCK ", "00:00" will display.
(2) Press the number keys and enter the current time. For example,
time is 1 :1 now, please press "1, ,1, " in turn.
(3) Press " CLOCK " to finish clock setting. ":" will flash and the clock will be lighted.
(4) If the numbers input are not within the range of 1:00--12:59, the setting will be invalid
until valid numbers are input.
3. Kitchen Timer
(1) Press "KITCHEN TIMER ", LED will display 00:00, the first hour figure flash.
(2) Press the number keys and enter the timer time.(the maximum cooking time is
99 minutes and 99 seconds)
(3) Press " START/+30SEC. " to confirm setting.
(4) When the timer time arrives, the buzzer will ring 5 times.
If the clock has been set (12-hour system), LED will display the current time.
Note: 1) The kitchen time is different from 12-hour system. Kitchen Timer is a timer.
2) During kitchen timer, any program cannot be set.
4. Microwave cook
(2) Press number keys to input the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99
minutes and 99 seconds.
0
0%
PL0
Note: (1) In the process of clock setting, if the " STOP/Cancel " button is pressed or if
there is no operation within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the former setting
automatically.
(2) If the clock need to be reset, please repeat step 1 to step 3.
(1) Press "TIME COOK" once, LED will display "00:00".
(3) Press " POWER " once, LED will display "PL10". The default power is 100% power.
Now you can press number keys to adjust the power level.
(4) Press " START/+30SEC." to start cooking.
OPERATION
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7. Time Defrost Function
(1) Press " TIME DEFROST ", LED will display "dEF2".
(2) Press number pads to input defrosting time. The effective time range is 00:01~99:99.
(3) The default microwave power is power level 3. If you want to change the power level,
press " POWER " once, and the LED will display "PL 3", then press the number pad
of the power level you wanted.
(4) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting. The remained cooking time will be
displayed.
Note:1) In the process of setting, if the " STOP/CANCEL" button is pressed or if there is
no operation within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the former setting automatically.
2) If "PL0" selected, the oven will work with fan for no power.
3)During microwave cooking, "POWER" can be pressed to change the power you need.
After pressing "POWER", the current power flash for 3 seconds, now you can press number
button to change the power. The oven will work with the selected power for the rest time.
6. Weight Defrost Function
(1) Press " WEIGHT DEFROST ", LED will display "dEF1".
(2) Press numerical buttons to input weight to be defrosted.
Input the weight ranged between 4~100 Oz.
(3) If the weight input is not within 4~100, the input will be invalid.
(4) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting and the cooking time remained will be
displayed.
(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.
Note: during microwave cooking and time defrost, time can be added by pressing
"START/30SEC." button.
5. Speedy Cooking
(1) In waiting state, instant cooking at 100% power level can be started by select a cooking
time from 1 to 6 minutes by pressing number pads1 to 6. Press " START/+30SEC." to
increase the cooking time. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Example: to cook the food with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes.
a. Press "TIME COOK" once."00:00" displays.
b.Press "1","5","0","0" in order.
c.Press "POWER"once, then press "5" to select 50% microwave power.
d.Press "START/+30SEC." to start cooking.
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9.POTATO
a) Press " POTATO " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display,
"1","2","3" will display in order.
"1"SET : 1 potato (approximate 8 oz)
"2"SETS: 2 potatoes (approximate 16 oz)
"3"SETS: 3 potatoes (approximate 24 oz)
For example, press "POTATO" once, "1" appears.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finishes, buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
8.POPCORN
a)Press " POPCORN " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display,
"1.75","3.0","3.5" Oz will display in order.
For example, press "POPCORN" once , "1.75" appears.
10.FROZEN VEGETABLE
a) Press " FROZEN VEGETABLE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "4.0","8.0","16.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "FROZEN VEGETABLE" once, "4.0" appears.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finishes, buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finishes, buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
Important Information About Microwave Popcorn Feature
1. When selecting 3.0-3.5 ounces of popcorn, it is
suggested that you fold down a triangle on each
corner of the bag before cooking. Refer to the
picture at right.
3. If/When the popcorn bag expands and no longer
rotates properly, please press
button onceand open the oven door and adjust the
to ensure even cooking.
STOP/CANCEL
bag position
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14. MEMORY FUNCTION
11.BEVERAGE
a) Press " BEVERAGE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "1","2","3" cup will display in order. One cup is about
120ml. For example, press "BEVERAGE" once , "1" appears.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finish , buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
(1) Press "0/MEMORY" to choose memory 1-3 procedure. The LED will display 1,2,3.
(2) If the procedure has been set, press " START/ +30 SEC." to use it. If not, continue to
set the procedure. Only one or two stages can be set.
(3) After finishing the setting, press "START/ +30 SEC." once to save the procedure.
If press " START/ +30 SEC." again, it will start cooking.
Example: To set the following procedure as the second memory, that is memory 2.
To cook the food with 80% microwave power for 3 minutes and 20 seconds.
The steps are as follow:
a. In waiting states, press "0/MEMORY" twice,stop pressing until the screen displays "2".
b.Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "3","2","0" in order.
c. Press "POWER" once, "PL10" display, then press "8" and "PL8" displays.
d. Press "START/ +30 SEC." to save the setting. Buzzer sounds once then LED will display
If you press "START/+30SEC." again, the procedure will be saved as the
memory 2 and operated.
e. If the electricity is not cut off, the procedure will be saved all the time. If it is, the
procedure need to reset.
f. If you want to run the saved procedure, in waiting states, press "0/MEMORY" twice,
screen displays "2", then press "START/+30SEC." to run.
12.DINNER PLATE
a) Press " DINNER PLATE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "9.0","12.0","18.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "DINNER PLATE" once, "9.0" appears.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finishes, buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
13.PIZZA
a) Press " PIZZA " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "4.0","8.0","14.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "PIZZA" once, "4.0" appears.
b) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finishes, buzzer
sounds five times and then turn back to waiting state.
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19. OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
(1) In standby state , if the set clock digital tube displays current time, the icon " : " would
flash; otherwise, it shows " 0:00 ".
(2) In setting function state, LED displays corresponding setting.
(3) In working or pause state, LED displays surplus cooking time.
When the cooking is over, the buzzer will sound 5 "beep" to alert user the cooking is finished.
18. COOKING END REMINDING FUNCTION
16. INQUIRING FUNCTION
(1) In cooking state, press " CLOCK ", the LED will display clock for three seconds.
(2) In the microwave cooking state, press " POWER " to inquire microwave power level, and
the current microwave power will be displayed.After three seconds, the oven will turn
back to the previous state. In multi-stage state, the inquiring way can be done by the
same way as above.
17. LOCK FUNCTION FOR CHILDREN
Lock: In waiting state, press " STOP/CANCEL " for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep"
denoting the entering into the children-lock state; meanwhile, LED will display " "
Lock quitting: In locked state, press " STOP/CANCEL " for 3 seconds, there will be a long
"beep" denoting that lock is released.
15. Multi-stage cooking
At most 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is
defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed at the first stage automatically.
Note: Auto cooking cannot work in the multi-stage cooking.
Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 5 minutes + 60% microwave
power for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as following:
(1) Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "5","0","0" to set the cooking time;
(2) Press "POWER" once, then press "8" to select 80% microwave power.
(3) Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "1","0","0","0" to set the cooking time;
(4) Press "POWER" once, then press "6" to select 60% microwave power.
(5) Press "START/ +30 SEC." to start cooking.
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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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