Hoover HMG20C5SB User manual

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MICROWAVE OVENS
USER INSTRUCTIONS
GB
FORNI A MICROONDE
ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO
IT
FOURS À MICRO-ONDES
MODE D’EMPLOI
FR
MIKROWELLENOFEN
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
DE
MAGNETRONS
GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
NL
FORNOS MICRO-ONDAS
INSTRUÇÕES PARA O UTILIZADOR
PT
MIKROVLNNÉ TROUBY
POKYNY PRO UŽIVATELE
CS
MIKROVLNNÉ RÚRY
NÁVOD NA POUŽITIE
SK

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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:HMG20C5SB
GB
HMG20C5SB-80
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Specifications
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door
open since this canresult in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is important not to break 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.
ADDENDUM
If the apparatus is not maintained in a good state of
cleanliness, its surface could be degraded and affect the
lifespan of the apparatus and lead to a dangerous situation.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
Model:
Rated Voltage:
Rated Input Power(Microwave):
Rated Output Power(Microwave):
Rated Input Power(Grill):
230V~ 50Hz
1270W
1000W
800W
HMG20C5SB-80
HMG20C5SB
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to
persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven
energy when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
1. Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated
in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
2. 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.
3. 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 older than
8 and supervised.
4. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children less than 8 years.
5. Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave
6. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food
deposits should be removed.
7. Read and follow the specific:"PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY".
8. When heating food in plastic or paper containers,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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9. If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
10. Do not overcook food.
11. Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes.
Do not store items, such as bread, cookies, etc. inside
the oven.
12. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from
paper or plastic containers/bags before placing them in
the oven.
13. Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the
installation instructions provided.
14. Eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should
not be heated in microwave ovens since they may
explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
15.This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
-by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
-farm houses;
-bed and breakfast type environments.
16. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
17. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
18. Do not use this oven near water, in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool.
19. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high
when the appliance is operating. The surfaces are liable
to get hot during use. Keep cord away from heated
keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
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20. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
21. 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.
22.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.
23. Microwave heating of beverages can result in
delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken
when handling the container.
24.The 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.
25.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
26.The appliances are not intended to be operated by
means of an external timer or separate remote-control
system.
27. Accessible parts may become hot during use.
Young children should be kept away.
28.Steam cleaner is not to be used.
29.During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should
be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the
oven.
30.Only use the temperature probe recommended for
this oven.(for ovens provided with a facility to use a
surface, and do not cover any vents on the oven.
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31.WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of
age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
32.The microwave oven must be operated with the
decorative door open.(for ovens with a decorative door.)
33.Surface of a storage can get hot.
3 .The microwave oven is intended for heating food an
beverages.Drying of food or clothing and heating of
warming pads,slippers,sponges,damp cloth and similar
may lead to risk of injury,ignition or fire.
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temperature-sensing probe.)
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drawer
allowed during microwave cooking.
35. Metallic containers for food and beverages are not
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
cleaner.
37. Care should be taken not to displace the turntable
when removing containers from the appliance.
38. The appliance must not be installed behind a
decorative door in order to avoid overheating.
36. The appliance shall not be cleaned with a steam
adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
combination mode, children should only use the oven under
39.WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the
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To Reduce the Risk of Injury to Persons
Grounding Installation
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.
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.
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
1. A short power-supply cord
is provided to reduce the risks
resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord.
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 long 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.
cord.extension
2. If a long cord set or extension
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CLEANING
Be sure to unplug the
appliance from the power
supply.
1. Clean the cavity of the oven after using with a slightly damp
cloth.
2. Clean the accessories in the usual way in soapy water.
3. The door frame and seal and neighbouring parts must be
cleaned carefully with a damp cloth when they are dirty.
4. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers
to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface,
which may result in shattering of the glass.
5. Cleaning Tip---For easier cleaning of the cavity walls that the
food cooked can touch: Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml
(1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% microwave power for 10
minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.
UTENSILS
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
It is hazardous for
anyone other than a
compentent person to
carry out any service
or repair operation that
involves the removalof
a cover which gives
protection against
exposure to microwave
energy.
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.
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.
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Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils Remarks
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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