Pifco P24013 User manual

YOUR SAFETY &
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY MODEL: P24013
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Five power levels
+ defrost function
700
WAT T
Easy to use
30-minute timer
20L capacity
ts 10" plate
20L Manual Microwave
IDEAL FOR FAMILY KITCHENS
PREPARE delicious family mealsIN A MATTER OF MINUTES
COOK WITH EASE WITH 5 POWER LEVELS + DEFROST FUNCTION

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TECHNICAL DATA
Description: 20 Litre Microwave
Model: P24013
Rated Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Input power: 1150W
Output power: 1150-1280W
Microwave frequency: 2450MHz
DOCUMENTATION
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance with the
following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food (LFGB section 30 & 31).
2009/125/EC Eco-Design of Energy Related Products.
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase. If any defect arises
due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to the place of
purchase. Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
• The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase.
• The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this
instruction guide.
• It must be used only for domestic purposes.
• It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
• RK Wholesale LTD has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
• This guarantee is only Valid in the UK and Eire Only.
An extended warranty is available for this appliance.
See back page for details.

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WIRING SAFETY FOR UK USE ONLY
IMPORTANT
As the colours in the
mains lead of this
appliance may not
correspond with the
coloured markings
identifying the terminals
in your plug, please
proceed as follows:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L]
Green/Yellow [EARTH]
Plug Fitting Details (Where Applicable).
The wire coloured blue is the neutral and must
be connected to the terminal marked [N] or
coloured black.
The wire coloured brown is the live wire and
must be connected to the terminal marked [L]
or coloured red.
The wire coloured green/yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the
letter [E] or marked .
On no account must either the brown or
the blue wire be connected to the [EARTH]
terminal .
Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened
correctly.
The plug must be tted with a fuse of the same
rating already tted and conforming to BS 1362
and be ASTA approved.
If in doubt consult a qualied electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-
rewireable plug tted to the mains lead and
should the fuse need replacing, you must use
an ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362
of the same rating).
If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician who
will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect
it from the mains – and then cut it off of the
mains lead and immediately dispose of it in a
safe manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug
or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a
danger of an electric shock.
WARNING:
This Appliance MUST be Earthed
FUSE

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PRODUCT SAFETY
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following:
• Check that the voltage of the
main circuit corresponds with
the rating of the appliance
before operating.
• Please ensure that the
appliance is used on a
stable, level, and heat
resistant surface.
• DO NOT immerse cords,
plugs or any part of the
appliance in water or any
other liquid.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and seek advice
from the manufacturer, its
service agent or a similarly
qualied person.
• DO NOT let the cord hang
over the edge of a table
or counter, or let it come
into contact with any hot
surfaces.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO NOT
use extension cords with the
appliance.
• DO NOT carry the appliance
by the power cord.
• DO NOT use any extension
cord with this appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by
the cord as this may damage
the plug and/or the cable.
• Switch off at the wall socket
then remove the plug from
the socket when not in use or
before cleaning.
• Switch off and unplug before
tting or removing tools/
attachments, after use and
before cleaning.
• DO NOT leave the appliance
unattended while it is
operating.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or near
children or pets.
• Children should not play with
the appliance.
• 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.

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• Cleaning and user
maintenance should not
be undertaken by children
without supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near pets.
• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
CAUTIONS
• DO NOT operate the
microwave with the door
open, due to the safety
interlocks built into the door
mechanism. It is important
not to tamper with the safety
interlocks (safety interlocks
automatically switch off any
cooking activity when the
door is opened).
This could result in harmful
exposure to excessive
microwave energy.
• DO NOT place any object
(such as kitchen towels,
napkins, etc.) between
the microwave front face
and the door, or allow
food or cleaner residue
to accumulate on sealing
surfaces.
• DO NOT operate the
microwave if it is damaged. It
is particularly important that
the microwave door closes
properly and that there is no
damage to its door hinges,
latches, door seals and
sealing surfaces.
• Please ensure cooking times
are correctly set. Small
amounts of food require
shorter cooking or heating
time. Over cooking may
result in the food catching on
re and subsequent damage
to the microwave.
• When heating liquids, e.g.
soups, sauces and beverages
in your microwave, avoid
using straight sided
containers with narrow necks.
• Stir the liquid before
placing the container in the
microwave and again halfway
through the heating time.
After heating, let it stand,
stir or shake it again carefully
and check the temperature
of it before consuming to
avoid burns (especially,
contents of feeding bottles
and baby food jars).
• An exhaust outlet is located
on the top, bottom or side of
the microwave. Don’t block
the outlet. It could result in
damage to your microwave
and poor cooking results.

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• DO NOT operate the
microwave when empty. It
is best to leave a glass of
water in the microwave when
not in use. The water will
safely absorb all microwave
energy if the microwave is
accidentally started.
• Improper use could result in
damage to the microwave.
• DO NOT use wooden
containers and ceramic
containers that have metallic
(e.g. gold or silver) inlays.
Always remove metal twist
ties.
• Check that the utensils
are suitable for use in the
microwave before use. They
may heat up and char. Metal
objects in particular may arc
in the microwave, which can
cause serious damage.
• DO NOT rinse the glass
turntable by placing it in
water just after cooking.
This may cause breakage or
damage.
• Before cooking pierce the
skin of potatoes, apples or
any such fruit or vegetables.
They could burst.
• DO NOT cook eggs in their
shell. Eggs in their shell and
whole hard-boiled eggs
should not be heated in
the microwave since they
may explode, even after
microwave heating has
ended.
• Pressure will build up inside
the egg which will burst.
• DO NOT attempt deep fat
frying in your microwave.
This could result in a sudden
boil over of hot liquid.
• If smoke is observed,
switch off or disconnect
the microwave from the
power supply and keep the
microwave door closed in
order to stifle any flames. It
can cause serious damage,
such as re or electric shock.
• When food is heated or
cooked in disposable
containers made of plastic,
paper or other combustible
materials keep an eye on
the microwave and check it
frequently.
• The microwave should be
cleaned regularly and any
food deposits should be
removed. Failure to maintain
the microwave in a clean
condition could lead to
deterioration of the surface.
This could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and
possibly result in a hazardous
situation.
HIGH VOLTAGE HOT SURFACE

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• Follow exact directions
given by each manufacturer
for their popcorn product.
DO NOT leave the oven
unattended while corn is
being popped. If corn fails
to pop after the suggested
times, discontinue cooking.
• Never use a brown paper
bag for popping corn. Never
attempt to pop leftover
kernels. Overcooking could
result in the corn catching
re.
• DO NOT use harsh abrasives
cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the
microwave door glass. They
can scratch the surface,
which may result in the glass
shattering.
• After cooking, the container
is very hot. Use gloves to
take out the food and avoid
steam burns by directing
steam away from the face
and hands.
• This appliance is intended
to be used in household
and similar applications
such as: staff kitchen areas
in shops, offices and other
working environments, farm
houses, by clients in hotels,
motels and other residential
environments, bed &
breakfast type environments.
• The microwave oven is
intended for heating food
and 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 re.
• The door or outer surface
may get hot when the
appliance is operating.
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the
Customer Support Team.

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Instruction Manual
1. Set length of cooking
30 mins at a time max
2. Set power level
3. Wave Guide
4. Control Panel
5. Oven Window
6. Roller Ring
7. Glass Turntable
8. Door Safety Lock System
6 7
2
5
8
1
3 4
BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE:
1. Remove the parts from the packaging.
2. Wash and dry any parts that will come into contact with food.
3. Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.

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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
Before rst use:
Take out all of the packaging, if there is a
safe lm over the oven, tear it off before
use. Check carefully for damage. If any,
immediately notify the dealer or send to the
manufacturer’s Service Centre.
Microwave ovens must be placed under dry
and in non-corrosiveness environments. They
should kept away from heat and humidity,
such as gas burner or water tank.
To ensure sufcient ventilation, the distance
from the back of microwave to the wall should
be at least 10 cm. The side of the microwave
nearest the wall should be at least 5 cm clear.
There should be clear space of at least 85cm
above the top surface of the appliance.
The microwave should be positioned far
away from TVs, Radios and/or antennas since
picture disturbance or noise may occur.
The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is accessible, and has a good grounding
in case of leakage. A ground loop can be
formed to avoid electric shock.
The microwave oven must be operated with
the door closed.
Do no place the microwave oven in a cabinet.
The microwave oven must be free-standing
when it is used as intended.
The back of the oven must be placed against
a wall.
During rst use the microwave oven may
omit an odour and slightly smoke. This is due
to manufacturing residue or oil on the heat
element or oven cavity. This is normal and
should not occur after several uses. Keep your
doors and windows open to ensure good
ventilation. It is recommended to place a cup
of water on the glass tray set on high and
operate the microwave oven several times to
help clean the microwave of residue.
The Control Panel:
The control panel consists of two dials for
power and timer settings.
Power Dial:
Use the operator dial to
choose a cooking power
level. It is the rst step
to starting a cooking
session.
Setting Power Description
1st 17% Low
2nd 37% Defrost
3rd 40% M.Low
4th 66% Medium
5th 85% M. High
6th 100% High
Timer Dial:
Use the Timer Dial to
choose your desired
cooking time.

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To start a cooking session:
1. Place food in oven and close the door.
2. Turn the Power Selector to select a power
level.
3. Use the Timer dial to set a cooking time.
NOTE: As soon as the timer is turned, the
microwave will start cooking.
When selecting a time for less than 2
minutes, turn the timer past the 2 minute
marker and then return to the correct
required time.
CAUTION! ALWAYS RETURN TIMER BACK
TO ZERO POSITION.
To stop oven during cooking process open the
door by the handle. The cooking operation
will immediately halt.
Utensils guideline:
It is strongly recommended to only use
containers which are suitable and safe for
microwave cooking. Generally speaking,
containers made of heat-resistant ceramic,
glass or plastic are suitable for microwave
cooking. Never use metal containers for
microwave cooking and combination cooking
as sparks are likely to occur and there is a risk
of re or injury.
When cooking microwave meals, always
check the packaging to see which parts
are microwave safe. Use the below table as
reference:
Material Microwave
Safe Notes
Heat
resistant
ceramic Yes
Never use the
ceramics which
are decorated
with a metal rim or
glazed.
Heat
resistant
plastic Yes
Cannot be used
for extended
periods of time
when microwave
cooking.
Heat
resistant
glass Yes
Plastic lm Yes
Not to be used
when cooking
meat or chops as
the high tempera-
ture may damage
the lm.
Grill rack No
Metal
container No
Never to be used
in the microwave.
Microwaves cannot
penetrate through
metal. Microwav-
ing with a metal
container can
result in re.
Lacquer No
Poor heat-
resistant. Cannot
be used for
High-temperature
cooking
Bamboo
wood and
paper No
Poor heat-
resistant. Cannot
be used for
High-temperature
cooking
Cling lm Yes
Cling lm can be
used as long as it
is pierced to let
steam escape, and
it not touching the
food.

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CAUTION! There are a number of accessories
available on the market. Before you buy, make
sure they are suitable for microwave use.
When you put food into the Microwave,
ensure that the food, food supports and/or
covering do not come in direct contact with
any of the internal walls or the ceiling of the
cavity since discolouration may take place.
Some plastics are heat-proof only to certain
temperatures. Check carefully!
Always remove lids of jars and containers,
including take away food containers, before
you cook using your microwave. If you don’t
remove the lids, then steam and pressure can
build up inside and cause an explosion even
after microwave cooking has stopped.
Do not use straight sided containers with
narrow necks when heating liquid. Use
extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensils into the container.
Cooking tips:
The following factors may affect the cooking
result:
Food arrangement
Place thicker foods towards the outside of
the dish with the thinner foods towards the
centre. Spread the food evenly and avoid
overlapping, if possible.
Cooking time length
Begin cooking on a shorter time setting and
evaluate the food after it times out.
Extend the time according to the actual need.
Over cooking may result in burnt food and
smoke.
Piercing
Food such as potatoes, sh, chicken and
sausages all need to be pierced in several
places before cooking, so that steam does
not build up and cause the food to explode.
Cooking food evenly
Food such as chicken, burgers or steak should
be turned once during cooking.
Depending on the type of food, if applicable,
stir from outside to the centre of the dish
once or twice during cooking.
Allow standing time
Once the cooking time has nished, allow
food to stand in the Microwave for a few
minutes. This allows the food to complete its
cooking cycle and to cool down naturally.
If the food is cooked fully:
The colour and rmness of food help to
determine whether it is done.
The following signs show that the food is
ready:
• Steam coming out from all parts of food,
not just the edge
• Joints of poultry can be moved easily
• Pork or poultry show no signs of blood
• Fish is opaque and can be sliced easily
with a fork
Browning dish
When using a browning dish or self-heating
container, always place a heat-resistant
insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to
prevent damage to the turntable and rotating
ring.
Microwave safe plastic wrap
When cooking food with high fat content, do
not allow the plastic wrap come into contact
with food as it may melt.
Microwave safe plastic cookware
Some microwave safe plastic cookware might
not be suitable for cooking foods with high
fat and sugar content. The preheating time
specied in the dish instruction manual must
not be exceeded.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Questions Answers
Is it normal for the
turntable to turn in either
direction?
Yes. The turntable can rotate clockwise or anti-clockwise, depending on
the rotation of the motor when the cooking cycle starts.
Can I operate my
microwave whilst it is
empty?
No, never run it empty or with a very small load for a long period of time
as this will damage the microwave.
Can I open the door whilst
the microwave is running?
You can open the door at any point during cooking. The microwave
energy will automatically switch off when the door is opened, and the
time setting will pause until the door is closed.
Why is my microwave
sparking?
If you see sparks in your microwave, turn it off immediately. Sparks can
be caused by:
metal or aluminium foil that touches the interior of the microwave,
metal from a closing strip or tableware with metallic edges; recycled
paper that contains small metal particles and aluminium foil that is not
correctly covering the food.
Remove anything from the Microwave that may contain metal. Refer to
the Utensils Guideline in this manual for reference of what containers
are microwave safe.
I am trying to cook eggs
and they are popping.
What do I do?
When you bake or poach eggs, the yolk can pop due to a build-up of
steam inside the yolk membrane. Pierce the yolk with a toothpick before
cooking. Never cook eggs without rst piercing their shells.
My microwave is taking
longer to cook food than
the cooking guide says.
Variations in the size, shape and weight of your food can affect cooking
times.
Cooking guide times and heat settings should be used as suggestions
to help prevent over-cooking. If you nd the cooking time or
temperature is not suited to your ingredients, adjust accordingly.
Can I operate my
microwave without the
turntable?
No. If you remove the turntable you will get poor cooking results.
Ensure that all dishes used in the Microwave t correctly on to the
turntable.
What does standing
time mean and why is it
recommended?
Standing time means that food should be removed from the Microwave
and allowed to ‘stand’ for an additional time to let it nish cooking.
This is important because with microwave cooking, the heat is held 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.
Most directions on microwavable food will note how much standing
time is required.

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CLEANING AND CARE
The microwave should be cleaned regularly
and any food deposits removed.
Remove the power cord from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Don’t immerse the appliance
in water or other fluids when cleaning.
Failure to maintain the microwave in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface. This could adversely affect the
life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
Never use hard detergent, gasoline, abrasive
powder or metal brush to clean any part of
the appliance.
Do not remove the waveguide cover.
After lengthy use, it is possible for odors to
emit from the Microwave.
The following 3 points are some methods to
remove odors or unpleasant smells:
1. Place several lemon slices in a cup, then
heat with high Micro Power for 2-3 min.
2. Put some orange peel into the
Microwave, and then heat them with
high Micro Power for 1 minute.
Tips for cleaning
If the seal of the microwave is dirty, it may
stop the door from closing properly. Keep the
seal clean.
Spicy sauces such as ketchup and mustard,
or salty dishes such as salted meat contain
ingredients that can erode the surface. After
use, you should always clean the oven interior.
Residue of food from spillovers or splatters
will attract microwave energy causing it to
burn on. This could reduce the efciency of
the microwave and may cause bad odours.
Details for cleaning door seals, cavity and
adjacent parts:
• Exterior: Wipe the enclosure with a
dampened soft cloth
• Door: Using a dampened soft cloth, wipe
clean the door and window. Wipe the
door seals and adjacent parts to remove
any spills. Wipe the control panel with a
slightly dampened soft cloth.
• Interior walls: Wipe clean the cavity with
a dampened soft cloth. Wipe clean the
waveguide cover to remove any food
remnants.
• Turntable / Rotation ring / Rotation axis:
Wash with mild soap water. Rinse with
clean water and allow drying thoroughly.
NOTE: Do not remove the Waveguide cover
during cleaning.
Make sure the Waveguide cover is installed
correctly and has not been damaged during
cooking.

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NOTES
WARNING:
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY ELECTRICAL PART
OF THE APPLIANCE IN WATER SUCH AS
MOTOR UNITS OR PLUGS.
PLEASE SEE CLEANING SECTION FOR
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.
DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT
Appliances bearing the symbol shown
here may not be disposed of in domestic
rubbish. You are required to dispose of old
electrical and electronic appliances like this
separately.
Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or
www.recyclenow.co.uk
for access to information about the
recycling of electrical items.
Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access
to information about the recycling of
electrical items purchased in Ireland.
The WEEE directive, introduced in August
2006, states that all electrical items must be
recycled, rather than taken to landll.
Please arrange to take this appliance to
your local Civic Amenity site for recycling,
once it has reached the end of its life.

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We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years.
As a thank you for purchasing one of our fantastic products,
we are offering you an extra 2 year peace of mind.
*To receive your extra guarantee period, register your appliance online
within 28 days of purchase by visiting:
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Make sure to retain your original receipt.
Should you have a problem
with your appliance or need any spare parts please call our
Customer Support Team on:
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