NEC NM38WD User manual

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NEC
Microwave Oven Owner's Manual
NM38WD DRAFT COPY
Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.
Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. found on the nameplate on your oven and retain
this information for future reference.
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1. 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.
2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3. 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
a. Door (bent),
b. Hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
c. Door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1
SPECIFICATIONS-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE-----------------------------------------------------------------------2
INSTALLATION---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
RADIO INTERFERENCE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------4
MICROWAVE COOKING PRINCIPLES -------------------------------------------------------------------4
UTENSILS GUIDE-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
PART NAMES-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
CONTROL PANEL-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS-------------------------------------------------------------------7
Setting the clock-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Setting cooking time and power-----------------------------------------------------------------------7
Multi-stage cooking ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Pre-Set cooking--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Express cooking-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Weight defrost----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Jet Defrost---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Setting timer ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Safety lock---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
To Stop the Oven During Operation------------------------------------------------------------------9
CLEANING AND CARE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
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Power Consumption 230~240V~50Hz,
1500W(Microwave)
Rated microwave power output: 1000W
Operation Frequency: 2450MHz
Outside Dimensions: 305mm(H)×525mm(W)×439mm(D)
Oven Cavity Dimensions: 219mm(H)×350mm(W)×384mm(D)
Oven Capacity: 38Litres
Cooking Uniformity: Turntable System{Φ314mm}
Net Weight: Approx.17.9kg
*The above quoted violently subject to change, and verification by the user with data available on the
nameplate of the oven. Any complaint about errors of these utterly suffer oblivion.
If the oven fails to operate:
5. Check to ensure that the oven is plugged
in securely. If it is not, remove the plug
from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug
it in again securely.
1. Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped
main circuit breaker. If these seem to be
operating properly, test the outlet with
another appliance.
2. Check to ensure that the control panel is
programmed correctly and the timer is
set.
3. Check to ensure that the door is securely
closed engaging the door safety lock
system. Otherwise, the microwave energy
will not flow into the oven.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFY THE
SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR
REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.
1. Make sure that all the packing materials
are removed from the inside of the door.
2. WARNIGN: Check the oven for any
damage, such as misaligned or bent door,
damaged door seals and sealing surface,
broken or loose door hinges and latches
and dents inside the cavity or on the door.
If there is any damage, do not operate the
oven and contact qualified service
personnel.
3. This microwave oven must be placed on
a flat, stable surface to hold its weight
and the heaviest food likely to be cooked
in the oven.
4. Do not place the oven where heat,
moisture, or high humidity are generated,
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or near combustible materials.
5. For correct operation, the oven must have
sufficient airflow. Allow 20cm of space
above the oven, 10cm at back and 5cm at
both sides. Do not cover or block any
openings on the appliance. Do not
remove feet.
6. Do not operate the oven without glass
tray, roller support, and shaft in their
proper positions.
7. Make sure that the power supply cord is
undamaged and does not run under the
oven or over any hot or sharp surface.
8. The socket must be readily accessible so
that it can be easily unplugged in an
emergency.
9. Do not use the oven outdoors.
This appliance must be grounded. This oven is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into
a wall receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded. In the event of an electrical short
circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only the oven be
provided. Using a high voltage is dangerous
and may result in a fire or other accident
causing oven damage.
WARNING Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Note
1. If you have any questions about the
grounding or electrical instructions,
consult a qualified electrician or service
person.
2. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer
can accept any liability for damage to the
oven or personal injury resulting from
failure to observe the electrical
connection procedures.
The wires in this cable main are colored in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = EARTH
Blue = NEUTRAL
Brown = LIVE
Operation of the microwave oven can cause
interference to your radio, TV, or similar
equipment.
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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When using electrical appliance 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. 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.
3. Do not operate the oven when empty.
4. 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. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
5. WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions have been given so
that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper use.
6. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. When heating food in plastic or paper container, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing bag in oven.
c. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the
appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any
flames.
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.
7. WARNING: Liquid or other food must not be heated in
sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
8. Microwave heating of beverage can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handle
the container.
9. Do not fry food in the oven. Hot oil can damage oven parts
and utensils and even result in skin burns.
10. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not
be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode
even after microwave heating has ended.
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes, whole
squashes, apples and chestnuts before cooking.
12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be
stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked
before serving in order to avoid burns.
13. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat
transferred from the heated food. Potholders may be
needed to handle the utensil.
14. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable
for use in microwave oven.
Utensil Test: Place the empty utensil in the oven, microwave
at high power for 60 seconds. A utensil which becomes very
hot should not be used.
15. WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained
person to carry out any service or repair operation which
involves the removal of any cover which gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
16. This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM equipment. The
definition of Group 2 which contains all ISM (Industrial,
Scientific and Medical) equipment in which
radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated and/or
used in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the
treatment of material, and spark erosion equipment. For
Class B equipment is equipment suitable for use in
domestic establishments and in establishments directly
connected to a low voltage power supply network
which supplies buildings used for domestic purpose.
1. Arrange food carefully. Place thickest
areas towards outside of dish. 2. Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more
as needed. Food severely overcooked
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can smoke or ignite.
3. Cover foods while cooking. Covers
prevent spattering and help foods to cook
evenly.
4. Turn foods over once during microwaving
to speed cooking of such foods as
chicken and hamburgers. Large items like
roasts must be turned over at least once.
5. Rearrange foods such as meatballs
halfway through cooking both from top to
bottom and from the center of the dish to
the outside.
1. The ideal material for a microwave utensil
is transparent to microwave, it allows
energy to pass through the container and
heat the food.
2. Microwave can not penetrate metal, so
metal utensils or dishes with metallic trim
should not be used.
3. Do not use recycled paper products when
microwave cooking, as they may contain
small metal fragments which may cause
sparks and/or fires.
4. Round /oval dishes rather than
square/oblong ones are recommend, as
food in corners tends to overcook.
5. Narrow strips of aluminum foil may be
used to prevent overcooking of exposed
areas. But be careful don’t use too much
and keep a distance of 1 inch (2.54cm)
between foil and cavity.
The list below is a general guide to help you
select the correct utensils.
COOKWARE MICROWAVE
Heat–Resistant Glass Yes
Non Heat–Resistant Glass No
Heat–Resistant Ceramics Yes
Microwave–Safe Plastic Dish Yes
Kitchen Paper Yes
Metal Tray No
Metal Rack No
Aluminum Foil & Foil Containers No
1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Oven Air Vent
4. Shaft
5. Roller Ring
6. Glass Tray
7. Control Panel
8. Door Release Button
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MENU ACTION SCREEN
Cooking time, power, action indicators, and clock time
are displayed.
NUMBER PADS
Touch to enter clock time, set power level, and indicate
food weight.
POWER
Press this button once and then use the number button
to set a cooking power level other than full power.
TIME
Press the TIME button once and then use the number
buttons to set cooking time up to 99min. 99sec.
WEIGHT DEFROST
Automatically sets proper defrosting cycle once you
have entered the weight of the food to be thawed.
JET DEFROST
Customize defrosting time for food outside the
categories or exceeding the max. allowable weight by
weight defrost.
EXPRESS
To start the oven quickly at full microwave power, you
can press this button a number of times to indicate
cooking time.
PRE-SET
Delay start control allows you to put food into the oven
and program it to start cooking at a later time.
MEMORY
Use this button to set a multistage cooking program.
CLOCK
Use to set the time of day or recall the time of day. The
time of day will be displayed at all times except when the
oven is operating. In the event of a power failure or if the
oven is unplugged, the clock will have to be reset.
CANCEL
Touch to clear current setting or reset the system.
START
Touch to start a cooking or defrosting program.
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Each time a button is touched, a beep will sound to acknowledge the touch.
SETTING THE CLOCK
To enter the oven clock time,
1. Touch CLOCK button.
2. Touch CANCEL button.
3. Use the number pads to enter time. You
must touch at least 3 numbers to set the
clock (one for hour, and two for minutes).
4. Touch CLOCK button again to confirm.
This is a 12-hour clock. Default setting is 1:01
when the oven is plugged in.
You can check the clock time when cooking is
in progress by touching the CLOCK button.
SETTING COOKING TIMEAND POWER
1. Touch TIME pad.
2. Use the number pads to set a cooking
time.
You can set a cooking time from one second
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. If you are
setting time greater than one minute, you
must enter numbers for both minutes and
seconds. For example, to set 20 minutes,
enter 2,0,0,0.
3. If you want to set a power level other
than 100% power, touch POWER,
4. Use the number pads to enter the power
level. You can set the power level from 1
to 9. (Please check the following table).
5. Touch START to start cooking.
You can skip steps 3-4 if you are to cook with
full power.
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POWER LEVEL----------
Press Number pad Power Level
9 90% of total
8 80%
7 70%
6 60%
5 50%
4 40%
3 30%
2 20%
1 10%
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
Some recipes may require setting a
multi-stage program involving defrosting, and
different power levels. The following example
shows the steps in setting up such a program.
1. Touch CANCEL button to reset the
system.
2. Input jet-defrost program.
3. Touch MEMORY button.
4. Input microwave-cooking program.
5. Touch MEMORY button again
6. Input another microwave cooking
program with probably lower power level
settings.
7. Touch START button.
NOTE
Logically, JET DEFROST or WEIGHT
DEFROST must precede any cooking function
in a multistage cooking program.
The respective lights will come on to indicate
which stage the oven is operating in. After
total time has elapsed, 3 beep sound.
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PRE-SET COOKING
You can put food in the oven, and program the
oven to start up in a later time within the
oven's clock cycle (12 hours).
Suppose you want to set the oven to start-up
at 2 o'clock.
1. Place food in the oven
2. Touch PRE-SET button.
3. Touch number buttons 2,0,0.
4. Set a cooking program.
5. Touch START button.
EXPRESS COOKING
With express cooking, you touch the
EXPRESS button a number of times to state
cooking time and the oven will work at full
power level.
Touch Once 15 seconds
Touch Twice 30 seconds
Touch 3 Times 1 minute
Touch 4 Times 2 minutes
Suppose you want to set the oven to
microwave for 1 minute at 100% power level.
1. Touch the EXPRESS button 3 times, "1:00"
will appear in the display.
2. Touch START button.
WEIGHT DEFROST
Automatically sets proper defrosting cycle
once you have entered the weight of the food
to be thawed. Maximum allowable weight for
each category is shown below.
FOOD
CATEGORY MAXIMUM WEIGHT DISPLAY
Meat 2300g d1
Poultry 4000g d2
Seafood 900g d3
Suppose you want to defrost 600g shrimp.
1. Touch WEIGHT DEFROST button 3
times. "d3" will appear in the display.
2. Touch number buttons 6,0,0.
3. Touch START button.
NOTE
During defrosting, two beeps will sound to
remind you to open the oven door and
rearrange or turn over the food for better
defrosting performance.
The oven will not start if you happen to enter
weight in excess of the maximum
recommended.
For food exceeding these maximum weights,
use the JET DEFROST program.
To serve as a reminder, after a cooking or
defrosting function has completed, the oven
makes beeps every two minutes until the door
is opened or the CANCEL button is touched.
JET DEFROST
JET DEFROST lets you customize defrosting
time, you can use it to defrost food not
covered, or its weight exceeds the max.
Allowable by weight defrost.
Suppose you want to set the oven to JET
DEFROST for 5 minutes and 30 seconds.
1. Touch JET DEFROST button.
2. Touch number buttons 5,3,0.
3. Touch START button.
SETTING TIMER
To use the timer feature, do the following,
1. Touch TIME button.
2. Use number buttons to input needed
time.
3. Touch POWER button.
4. Touch number button 0.
5. Touch START button.
NOTE:
This additional feature is used for timing
things done outside the oven. Three beeps will
sound at the end of the elapsed time. The
oven light and cooling fan will turn on while
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SAFETY LOCK
The safety lock prevents unsupervised
operation by little children. To set, press and
hold number pads 5 and 7 at the same time, a
beep sounds and LOCK indicator lights. To
cancel, press and hold number pads 5 and 7
at the same time, a beep sounds and LOCK
indicator goes off
NOTE:
You can not operate the oven while the child
lock is set.
TOSTOP THE OVENDURING OPERATION
Open the door.
You can restart the oven by closing the door
and touching START button.
NOTE:
Oven stops operating the moment when door
is opened.
1. Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,
wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid the use of
spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door surface.
3. The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating
parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
4. Wipe the door and window on both sides, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a
damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaner.
5. Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When cleaning the
control panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on.
6. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This
may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity condition. And it is normal.
7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy
water or in a dishwasher.
8. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe
the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent. The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy
water or dishwasher. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to
replace in the proper position.
9. Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon
in a deep microwaveable bowl, microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft
cloth.
10. When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult a dealer to have it replaced.
11. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. 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.
12. Please do not dispose this appliance into the domestic rubbish bin, it should be disposed to the
particular disposal center provided by the municipaliti
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