NEC NS330 User manual

NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.
ABN 86 001 217 527
Home Electronics Group
244 Beecroft Road (P.O. Box 443)
EPPING 2121
Phone 131 632 for your nearest NEC office.

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
NS330
MICROWAVE OVEN

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ............................................................................................. 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................2
EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................3
FEATURES DIAGRAM..................................................................................................................4~5
OPERATION PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................6
HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS .....................................................................................7~14
CARE AND CLEANING...................................................................................................................15
CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ..........................................................................................16
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE..............................................................................................17
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS..................................................................................................17~18
SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................................19
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................20
USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY.................................................................................21
ARCING........................................................................................................................................21
MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES.....................................................................................................22
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD............................................................................................22
CONVERSION CHARTS..............................................................................................................22
COOKING TECHNIQUES............................................................................................................23
GENERAL DEFROSTING GUIDE ...............................................................................................24
DEFROSTING CHART.................................................................................................................25
COOKING & REHEATING CHART..............................................................................................26
VEGETABLE CHART...................................................................................................................27
RECIPES................................................................................................................................29~31
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.
(c) WARNING : If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a trained person : (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches(broken or
loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) 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.
(e) WARNING : Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are
liable to explode.
(f) WARNING : The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm person without
supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. It is not recommended for use in an environment where excessive vibration could be
experienced.

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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 the appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on
page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded outlet. See “EARTHING
INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3.
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. Do not put foreign material between the oven surface
and door. It could result in excessive leakage of
microwave energy.
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 nearest authorised service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.
11. Do not store 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, and the like.
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. Either:
a) When cleaning surfaces of door and oven
use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or
detergents applied with a sponge or soft
cloth, or
b) When separate cleaning instructions are
provided, See door surface cleaning
instructions on (page 15).
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic, or other com-
bustible 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 should 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). Vapours from such corrosive
chemicals may interact with the contact and
springs of the safety interlock switches thereby
rendering them inoperable.
18. Keep the 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, causing
smoke, or even catch fire when next using the
oven.
19. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you
cannot control the temperature and doing so
may lead to overheating and fire.
20. Do not operate the oven when empty or with an
empty utensil to avoid damage to the oven and
danger of fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be earthed. In the event of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord having an earthing wire with an earthing plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and earthed.
WARNING : Improper use of the earthing plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a
qualified electrician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly earthed. If it is
necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-
blade earthing plug, and a 3-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.
INSTALLATION
1.Ventilation
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked
during operation, the oven may overheat and
eventually cause a failure. For proper
ventilation, allow above 50mm of space
between oven sides, rear and the minimum
height of free space necesary above the top
surface of the oven is 100mm.
2.Steady, flat location
This oven should be set on a steady, flat
surface. This oven is designed for counter top
use only.
3.Leave space behind and side
All air vents should be kept clear. If all vents
are covered during operation, the oven may
overheat and, eventually, fail.
4.Away from radio and TV sets
Poor television reception and radio
interference may result if the oven is located
close to a TV, Radio antenna, feeder and so
on. Position the oven as far from them as
possible.
5.Away from heating appliance and water
taps
Keep the oven away from hot air, steam or
Splashing water when choosing a place to
position it, or the insulation might be
adversely affected and breakdowns occur.
6.Power supply
• Check your local power source. This oven
requires a current of approximately 10
amperes, 230V~240V, 50Hz.
• Power supply cord is about 1.8 meters long.
• The voltage used must be the same as
specified on this oven. Using a higher
voltage may result in a fire or other accident
causing oven damage. Using low voltage
will cause slow cooking. We are not
responsible for damage resulting from use
of this oven with a voltage or ampere fuse
other than those specified.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard.
7. Examine the oven after unpacking for any
damage such as:
A misaligned door, broken door, a dent in
cavity. If any of the above are visible, DO
NOT INSTALL, and notify dealer
immediately.
8. Do not operate the oven if it is colder than
room temperature.
(This may occur during delivery in cold
weather.) Allow the oven to become room
temperature before operating.

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1Door latch - If the door is opened while
the oven is operating, the magnetron will
automatically shut off.
2Door seal - The door seal maintains the
microwave within the oven cavity and
prevents microwave leakage.
3Oven cavity
4Spatter shield - Protects the microwave
outlet from splashes of cooking foods.
5Safety interlock system - Prevents the
oven from operating while the door is
opened.
6Door release button - Pushing this button
stops oven operation and opens the door.
7Glass cooking tray - Made of specical
heat resistant glass. The tray must always
be in proper position before operating.
8Roller guide - Supports the glass cooking
tray.
9Door screen - Allows viewing of food.
The screen is designed so that light can
pass through, but not the microwaves.
FEATURES DIAGRAM
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1TIME SET PAD - Used to set the cooking
time and the clock.
2DISPLAY - Cooking time, power level,
indicators and clock are displayed.
3SENSOR COOK - Used to automatically
compute the microwave power and
cooking time for foods.
4AUTO COOK - Used to cook or reheat.
5HELP - Used to help you operate the oven
easily.
6 TIME DEFROST - Used to defrost food. (for
time)
7 AUTO DEFROST - Used to defrost foods.(for
weight)
8MINUTE PLUS - Used to cook at 100% or
to increase the cooking time by simply
touching the pad.
9CLOCK - Used to set clock.
0TIME COOK - Used to set time level.
qKITCHEN TIMER - Used as a minute
timer, to delay the start of cooking, or to
set a holding time after cooking.
wPAUSE/CLEAR - Used to stop the oven
operation or to erase all entries.
eSTART /EXPRESS COOK - Used to start
the oven operation/used to increase the
reheat time by 30 seconds.
FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)
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1
3
4
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TIME
COOK
POWER LEVEL

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The oven light is on only when the microwave
oven is operating.
The oven door can be opened at any time
during operation by touching the door release
button on the control panel. The oven will
automatically shut off.
Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound
to acknowledge the touch.
The oven automatically cooks on full power
unless set to a lower power level.
When the oven is plugged in, the display will
show “HAVE A NICE COOKING TIME PRESS
CLEAR” and “CLEAR” blinks three times.
Time Clock returns to the present time when
the cooking time ends.
When the PAUSE/CLEAR pad is touched
during the oven operation, the oven stops
cooking and all information is retained. To erase
all information (except the present time), touch
the PAUSE/CLEAR pad once more. If the oven
door is opened during the oven operation, all
information is retained.
If the START pad is touched and the oven does
not operate, check the area between the door
and door seal for obstructions and make sure
the door is closed securely. The oven will not
start cooking until the door is completely closed
or the program has been reset.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
This section includes useful information about oven operation.
1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 10 Amp, 240V, AC 50Hz power outlet.
2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray.
The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.
3. Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.
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WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART
• The power-level is set by pressing the TIME COOK pad. The chart shows the power level, display and
the percentage of power.
Touch TIME COOK pad Power Level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power
once HIGH 100%
twice PL-9 90%
3 times PL-8 80%
4 times PL-7 70%
5 times PL-6 60%
6 times PL-5 50%
7 times PL-4 40%
8 times PL-3 30%
9 times PL-2 20%
10 times PL-1 10%
11 times PL-0 0%
Make sure the oven is properly installed
and plugged into the electrical outlet.

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HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS
SENSOR COOK
Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapour (moisture and humidity) emitted from the
food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking time and power level for various foods and quantities
and you don’t need to enter the weight or quantity of the food. Follow the steps below for easy sensor
cooking.
1. Touch SOUP pad.
(This example shows “Soup”
menu and other menus have
the same procedures. Please
refer to the SENSOR COOK
CHART below.)
SOUP
NOTE: 1. Any sensor cooking selection can be programmed with more or less time adjustment. In case of
cooking more food than the quantity listed in the chart, touch the More/Less pad once after touching
one of the sensor cook menus and before the oven begins to start. In case of cooking less food,
touch More/Less pad twice.
2. If you touch More/Less pad during operation, the display shows the present power level and then
returns to the chosen menu.
3. Each menu has a cooking hint. Touch the Help pad before the oven starts operating and the display
will show the above mentioned user guides.
4. If “SENSOR PREHEAT ERROR1 PRESS CLEAR” is displayed with a beep sound while you choose
the sensor menu pad, turn the oven off & on and then try to use the oven again after 2 minutes. If
there is still this error, contact NEC Service centre.
5. If “SENSOR PRESET ERROR3 PRESS CLEAR” is displayed with a beep sound during operation,
turn the oven off & on the oven and then try to use the oven again after 2 minutes.
6. Please make sure adequate water is provided during the cooking especially with the vegetables.
Menu pad Display Amount User Guide (When touching Help pad)
before operation in operation
Reheat “REHEAT” “REHEAT” 100-1000g “
COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
WEIGHT RANGE 100G TO 1000G”
Frozen Dinner
“FROZEN DINNER” “DINNER” 200-350g “COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
WEIGHT RANGE 200G TO 350G”
Baked Potato “BAKED POTATO” “POTATO” 2-5 POTATOES “RANGE 2 TO 5 POTATO”
Fish Fillet “FISH FILLET” “FILLET” 100-750g
“COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
WEIGHT RANGE 100G TO 750G”
Fresh Vegetable “FRESH VEGETABLE” “FS-VEG” 100-700g
“COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
WEIGHT RANGE 100G TO 700G”
Frozen Vegetable “FROZEN VEGETABLE” “FZ-VEG” 1-6 CUPS
“COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
RANGE 1 TO 6 CUPS”
Soup “SOUP” “SOUP” 1-6 CUPS
“COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC WRAP
RANGE 1 TO 6 CUPS”
Popcorn “POPCORN” “P-CORN” 50-100g “WEIGHT RANGE 50G TO 100G”
Rice “RICE” “RICE” 0.5-2.0 CUPS“COVER DISH WITH LID OR VENTED PLASTIC
WRAP RANGE 0.5 TO 2.0 CUPS”
✽SENSOR COOK CHART
The SENSOR indicator appears and “Soup”
is displayed. After 2 seconds, SENSOR
indicator blinks and the oven starts cooking.
When the sensor detects the vapor emitted
from the food, remainder of cooking time
appears with a beep and the display counts
down the remaining time. When the cooking
ends, the SENSOR indicator disappears
and you will hear 3 beeps.

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AUTO COOK
AUTO COOK allows you to cook or reheat many of your favourite foods by touching Auto Cook pad
and choosing the desired menu.
1. Touch AUTO COOK pad.
2. Touch number pad for the food
you want. (Please refer to the
AUTO COOK CHART below.)
AUTO
COOK “AUTO COOK 1-BEVERAGE 2-CHICKEN
PIECES 3-BREAD & CAKES 4-FROZEN
ENTREE 5-FROZEN PIZZA SELECT
NUMBER” is displayed in sequence and
“NUMBER” blinks three times. These are
repeated until you touch the number pad.
The displays are as shown in the chart
below and “NUMBER” blinks three times.
3. Touch number pad for weight.
4. Touch Start pad.
“PRESS START” is displayed and
“START” blinks three times.
The display shows the chosen menu and
changes into cooking time. Then it counts
down the remaining time. When the time
ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
NOTE: 1. If you want to increase/decrease the auto cooking time, touch More/Less pad once/twice
before touching Start pad.
2. The menu of “Chicken Pieces” has a cooking hint. Touch Help pad before the oven starts
operating and the display will show the above mentioned user guide.
Auto Cook menu Display
1. Beverage “BEVERAGE 1-0.5 2-1.0 3-2.0 CUPS
SELECT NUMBER”
2. Chicken Pieces “CHICKEN PIECES 1-200G 2-500G 3-700G “COVER DISH WITH LID OR
SELECT NUMBER” VENTED PLASTIC WRAP”
3. Bread & Cakes “BREAD CAKES 1-2ROL 2-4ROL 3-6ROL
SELECT NUMBER”
4. Frozen Entree “FROZEN ENTREE 1-200G TO 250G 2-300G
TO 350G SELECT NUMBER”
5. Frozen Pizza “FROZEN PIZZA 1-200G 2-400G
SELECT NUMBER”
* AUTO COOK CHART
User Guide
(When touching Help pad)

3. Touch number pads for weight
within the proper range.
(Please refer to the above
“User Guide”)
4. Touch Start pad.
The selected weight appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
The chosen menu is displayed and the
DEFROST indicator starts blinking to
show the oven is in the defrost mode.
Then the display is changed into cooking
time and counts down the remaining time.
When the defrosting time ends, you will
hear 3 beeps.
NOTE: If you enter an incorrect
weight out of range, “RANGE
ERROR PRESS CLEAR” is
displayed with a beep sound.
Auto Defrost menu Display User Guide (When touching Help pad)
1. GROUND MEAT “GROUND MEAT -- ENTER WEIGHT IN G” “WEIGHT RANGE 200G TO 1300G”
2. ROAST “ROAST -- ENTER WEIGHT IN G” “WEIGHT RANGE 900G TO 1500G”
3. POULTRY “POULTRY -- ENTER WEIGHT IN G” “WEIGHT RANGE 500G TO 1300G”
4. FISH “FISH -- ENTER WEIGHT IN G” “WEIGHT RANGE 200G TO 700G”
* AUTO DEFROST CHART
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AUTO DEFROST
AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guess work in determining defrosting
time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.
1. Touch AUTO DEFROST pad.
2. Touch number pad for the food
you want to defrost.
AUTO
DEFROST The DEFROST indicator appears and
“AUTO DEFROST 1-GROUND MEAT 2-
ROAST 3-POULTRY 4-FISH SELECT
NUMBER” is displayed in sequence.
“NUMBER” blinks three times.
The displays are as follows and “G” blinks
three times.

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TIME DEFROST
If you enter an incorrect weight out of range, “RANGE ERROR PRESS CLEAR” is displayed with a
beep sound.
1. TouchTIME DEFROST pad.
2. Touch number pads for the
desired defrosting time.
3. Touch Start pad.
The DEFROST indicator appears and
“TIME DEFROST--ENTER DEFROST
TIME” is displayed. “TIME” blinks three
times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
“TIME DEFROST” is displayed and the
DEFROST indicator starts blinking to
show the oven is in the defrost mode.
Then the display is changed into cooking
time and counts down the remaining time.
When the defrosting time ends, you will
hear 3 beeps.
NOTE: Your oven can be
programmed for 59 minutes 99
seconds. (59:99)
If you try to set an incorrect
time over 59 minutes 99
seconds, “RANGE ERROR
PRESS CLEAR” is displayed
with a beep sound.
TIME
DEFROST

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KITCHEN TIMER
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
2. Touch number pads for the
time you want to count down.
3. Touch Start pad.
The TIMER indicator appears and
“ENTER TIME” is displayed. “TIME”
blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
The TIMER indicator starts blinking.
The display is changed into the time in
kitchen timer mode and counts down the
remaining time.
When kitchen timer mode ends, you will
hear 3 beeps.
KITCHEN
TIMER
HOW TO USE AS A MINUTE TIMER
TIME COOK
1.
Touch TIME COOK pad.
program the desired power level.
(Please refer to the wattage
output chart in the page 8.)
2. Touch number pads for the
cooking time.
3. Touch Start pad.
“SELECT POWER LEVEL OR COOKING
TIME DEFAULT POWER LEVEL HIGH”
is displayed. “HIGH” blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
The display is changed into cooking time
and counts down the remaining time.
When the cooking time ends, you will
hear 3 beeps.
TIME
COOK
NOTE: Your oven can be programmed for
59 minutes 99 seconds. (59:99)
If you try to set an incorrect time
over 59 minutes 99 seconds,
“RANGE ERROR PRESS
CLEAR” is displayed with a
beep sound.
NOTE: 1. Using lower power level increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods
such as cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.
2. Repeat the above procedures twice for time cook in two stages.
3. If the Time Cook pad is touched during operation, the present power level will appear in
the display window.

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KITCHEN TIMER (continued)
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
2. Touch number pads for the
time you want to delay.
3. Touch POWER LEVEL pad
and program the desired power
level.
4. Touch number pads for the
time to be cooked.
5. Touch Start pad.
The TIMER indicator appears and
“ENTER TIME” is displayed. “TIME”
blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
“SELECT POWER LEVEL OR COOKING
TIME DEFAULT POWER LEVEL HIGH”
is displayed. “HIGH” blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
The Timer indicator starts blinking.
The display is changed into the time in
kitchen timer mode and counts down the
remaining time. When kitchen timer mode
ends, the display counts down the time in
cooking mode. When the cooking mode
ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
KITCHEN
TIMER
HOW TO USE TO DELAY THE START OF COOKING
1. Program the desired defrost or
time cook.
2. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
3. Touch number pads for the
time you want to hold.
4. Touch Start pad.
The TIMER indicator appears and
“ENTER STANDING TIME” is displayed.
“TIME” blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
START” is displayed. “START” blinks
three times.
The oven is in the defrosting or time
cooking mode and the display is changed
into the time in respective mode. (In
defrost mode, DEFROST indicator blinks.)
When the defrost or time cook mode
ends, TIMER indicator starts blinking and
the display counts down the remaining
time in kitchen timer mode. When the
mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
KITCHEN
TIMER
HOW TO USE TO SET A HOLDING TIME
NOTE: 1. Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. (59:99) If you try to set an
incorrect time over 59 minutes 99 seconds, “RANGE ERROR PRESS CLEAR” is
displayed with a beep sound.
2. The KITCHEN TIMER function has no relation to the clock setting.
3. If the Power Level pad is touched during operation, the present power level will appear in
the display window.

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NOTE: 1. If you selected 12 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to 12:59.
If you selected 24 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.
2. If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and an error signal tone will
sound. Touch Clock pad and re-enter the correct time.
EXPRESS COOK
EXPRESS COOK allows you to cook at 100% (full power) by simply touching EXPRESS COOK
pad. By repeatedly touching EXPRESS COOK pad, you can also extend the cooking time to 5
minutes in 30 increments.
1. Touch EXPRESS COOK pad. If you touch EXPRESS COOK pad once, “
:30” appears and the oven starts cooking.
The display counts down the cooking time.
When the time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
MINUTE PLUS
MINUTE PLUS allows you to cook at 100% or to increase the cooking time during time cooking by
simply touching the Minute Plus pad. Each time Minute Plus pad is touched, the cooking time is
extended by 1 minute to a maximum of 59 minutes.
MINUTE
PLUS
EXPRESS
COOK
If you touch Minute Plus pad once, “1:00”
appears and the oven starts cooking. The
display counts down the cooking time.
When the time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
1. Touch MINUTE PLUS pad.
CLOCK
CLOCK This is a 12 hour clock system.
“12 HOUR MODE--ENTER TIME” is
displayed and “TIME” blinks three times.
The selected time appears and “PRESS
CLOCK” is displayed. “CLOCK” blinks three
times.
The colon starts blinking and the display
shows the present time.
1. Touch CLOCK pad.
2. Enter the correct time of day by
touching the time set pads.
3. Touch CLOCK pad.
NOTE: This oven has multiple clock system.
If you want 24 hour clock system,
use help function and set 24 hour
clock system before this step.

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1. Touch HELP pad.
2. Touch number pad for the
necessary function.
(Please refer to the HELP
FUNCTION CHART below.)
NOTE: If you touch Help pad after choosing Sensor (or Auto) Cook, the display will show the user
guides of respective foods. If you want to select the above help functions, first of all, touch Help
pad and choose the desired mode.
HELP
HELP provides 6 features which enable you to use the oven easily.
If “ON” mode is set, the display turns off except during operation.
This oven can be set for three languages - ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH.
ENERGY SAVE
3 LANGUAGE
This function prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
This allows you to choose the weight unit between LB and G.
If “OFF” mode is set, you can operate the oven with no audible signal.
This allows you to choose the clock mode between 12 and 24 hour clock system.
CHILD LOCK
LB, G
BEEP
CLOCK MODE
Help Function Display Default
1. CHILD LOCK “CHILD LOCK 1-ON 2-OFF SELECT NUMBER” OFF
2. LB, G “WEIGHT UNIT 1-LB 2-G SELECT NUMBER” G
3. BEEP “BEEP 1-ON 2-OFF SELECT NUMBER” ON
4. CLOCK MODE “CLOCK MODE 1-12 HR 2-24 HR SELECT NUMBER” 12 HOUR
5. ENERGY SAVE “ENERGY SAVE 1-ON 2-OFF SELECT NUMBER” OFF
6. 3 LANGUAGE “3 LANGUAGE 1-ENGLISH 2-FRENCH 3-SPANISH SELECT NUMBER” ENGLISH
* HELP FUNCTION CHART
The HELP indicator appears and “HELP
FUNCTION 1-CHILD LOCK 2-LB, G 3-
BEEP 4-CLOCK MODE 5-ENERGY
SAVE 6-3 LANGUAGE SELECT
NUMBER” is displayed in sequence.
“NUMBER” blinks three times.
The display shows the chosen mode and
returns to the present time.
The displays are as shown in the chart
below and “NUMBER” blinks three times.
3. Enter the number for the
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TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING
1. Press PAUSE/CLEAR pad.
• You can restart the oven by touching START pad.
• Touch PAUSE/CLEAR once more to erase all instructions.
• You must enter in new instructions.
2. Open the door.
• You can restart the oven by closing the door and touching START.
NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.
CARE AND CLEANING
Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following:
1. It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.
2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow residue to accumulate
on sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealing area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never
use abrasive powders or pads.
3. When opened, the door must not be subjected to strain, for example, a child hanging on an
opened door or any load could cause the oven to fall forward to cause injury and also damage to
the door. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged, until it has been repaired by a trained service
technician. It is particularly important that the oven closes properly and that there is no damage
to the:
i) Door(bent)
ii) Hinges and Catches(broken or loosened)
iii) Door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except a properly trained service
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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Turn the oven off before cleaning.
Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food
spatters or spilled liquids 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.
The outside oven surface should be cleaned
with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a
soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating
parts inside the oven, water should not be
allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a
soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or
abrasives on Control Panel.
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 conditions and
in no way indicates malfunction of the unit.
It is occasionally necessary to remove the
glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm
sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
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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.
ROLLER GUIDE
GLASS TRAY
Glass Tray Roller Guide
The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should
be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive
noise.
The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be
used for cooking together with the Glass Tray.
DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass
Tray in place.
DO NOT use any other Glass Tray with this
oven.
If Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW TO COOL before
cleaning or placing it in water.
DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Refer to following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call.
* The oven doesn’t work :
1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in.
2. Check that the door is firmly closed.
3. Check that the cooking time is set.
4. Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house.
* Sparking in the cavity;
1. Check utensils. Metal containers or dishes with metal trim should not be used.
2. Check that metal skewers or foil does not touch the interior walls.
If there is still a problem, contact NEC Service Centre.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
* Q: I accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it. Is it damaged?
* A: Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. However, it is not
recommended.
* Q: Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?
* A: No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always be used in the oven before cooking.
* Q: Can I open the door when the oven is operating?
* A: The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. Then microwave energy will be
instantly switched off and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed.
* Q: Why do I have moisture in my microwave oven after cooking?
* A: The moisture on the side of your microwave oven is normal. It is caused by steam from cooking
food hitting the cool oven surface.
* Q: Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?
* A: No. The metal screen bounces back the energy to the oven cavity. The holes are made to allow
light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.
* Q : Why do eggs sometimes pop?
* A : When baking or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam build-up inside the yolk
membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk with a toothpick before cooking. Never cook
eggs without piercing their shells.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS(continued)
* Q : Why is standing time recommended after cooking operation has been completed?
* A : Standing time is very important.
With microwave cooking, the heat is in the food, not in the oven. Many foods build up enough
internal heat to allow the cooking process to continue, even after the food is removed from the
oven. Standing time for joints of meat, large vegetables and cakes is to allow the inside to cook
completely, without overcooking the outside.
* Q : What does “standing time” mean?
* A : “Standing time”means that food should be removed from the oven and covered for additional
time to allow it to finish cooking. This frees the oven for other cooking.
* Q : Why does my oven not always cook as fast as the microwave cooking guide says?
* A :Check your cooking guide again, to make sure you’ve followed directions exactly ; and to see
what might cause variations in cooking time. Cooking guide times and heat settings are
suggestions, to help prevent over-cooking... the most common problem in getting used to a
microwave oven.
Variations in the size, shape and weights and dimensions could require longer cooking time. Use
your own judgement along with the cooking guide suggestions to check whether the food has
been properly cooked just as you would do with a conventional cooker.
* Q : Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates while empty?
* A : Yes. Never run it empty.
* Q : Can I operate my microwave oven without the turntable or turn the turntable over to hold
a large dish?
* A : No. If you remove or turn the turntable over, you will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in
your oven must fit on the turntable.
* Q : Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either direction?
* A : Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counterclockwise, depending on the rotation of the motor
when the cooking cycle begins.
* Q : Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven? How do I get the best results?
* A : Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn following manufacture’s guidelines. Do not use regular
paper bags. Use the “listening test”by stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows to a
“pop”every 1 or 2 seconds. Do not repop unpopped kernels. Do not pop popcorn in glass
cookware.