Quasar MQS0660 - MICROWAVE User manual

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Operating Instructions
Microwave Oven
Model MQS0660
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
This manual contains Safety Instructions, Operating Instructions and Maintenance of the Oven.
See Ouick Guide on back cover.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FURTHER REFERENCE.

Thank you for purchasing the Quasar Microwave Oven
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 to not defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks
(b) Do not place any object between the
oven front face and the door, or
allow soil or cleaner residue to
accumulate on sealing surfaces
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged It is particularly important
that the oven door close properly
and that there is no damage to the
(1) door (bent)
(2) hinges and latches (broken or
loosened)
(3) door seats and sealing surfaces
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel
STAPLE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE HERE
The serial number of this product may be
found on the right side of the oven door
opening You should note the mode! number
and the serial number of this oven in the space
provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase for future reference
Model No _
Serial No_
Date of Purchase
© Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co , Ltd 1996

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before Operation
Precautions for Microwave Energy.Inside Front Cover
Important Safety instructions. 2
installation instructions.3
Grounding instructions.3
Practical Hints.4
Cookware and Utensil Guide.5
Food Characteristics.6
Cooking Techniques.6
Feature Diagram.7
Control Panel.7
Operation
Weight Conversion (oz/ib or g/kg).8
Clock Setting.8
Child Safety Lock.8
Power & Time Setting.8
Auto Cooking Pads.9
Auto Defrost.10
Auto Reheat.10
Timer Setting/Stand Time/Delay Start.11
Microwave Shortcuts.12
Maintenance
Before Requesting Service. 1 3
Care of Your Microwave Oven.13
Technical Specifications. 1
Quick Guide to Operation.Back Cover
Technical Specifications
MQS0660
Power Consumption:
8.9 Amps, 1000W
Output:* 600 W
Outside Dimensions (H x W x D):
115f’x18”x12»/6”
Oven Cavity Dimensions (H x W x D): 73<6”xir/4”x11^
Operating Frequency: 2,450MHz
Uncrated Weight: Approx. 28 lbs.
*IEC 705-88 Test procedure
Specifications subject to change without notice.
1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your microwave oven is a cooking device and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any
other cooking device
When using this electric appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following
WARNING —To reduce the risk of burns, electnc
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
back of the front cover
3 This appliance must be grounded Connect only
to properly grounded outlet See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3
4 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance
with the installation instructions on page 3
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 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 or cook
food It IS not designed for industrial or
laboratory use
7 Do not allow children to use this appliance,
unless closely supervised by an adult
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 the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment
10 Do not cover or block any openings on this
appliance
11 Do not store or use 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, etc
12 Do not immerse the cord or plug in water
13 Keep the cord away from heated surfaces
14 Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or counter
15 When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven
that come together on closing the door, use only
mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied
with a sponge or soft cloth
16 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity
(a) D o not overcook food Carefully attend the
appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible
materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic
bags before placing the bag in the oven
(c) If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep
the oven door closed, turn the oven off, and
disconnect the power cord, or shut off the
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
General Use
1 DO NOT tamper with or make any adjustments or
repairs to door, control panel housing, safety
interlock switches or any other part of the oven
DO NOT remove outer panel from oven Repairs
should only be done by a qualified service person
2 DO NOT operate the oven empty The microwave
energy will reflect continuously throughout the
oven causing overheating, if no food or water is
present to absorb energy This could damage the
oven and result in the dange of fire
3 DO NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or any
other non-food products DO NOT clean this oven
with any product that is labeled as containing
corrosive chemicals The heating of corrosive
chemicals in the oven can cause radiation leaks
4 DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other
materials in oven They may catch on fire
5 DO NOT use recycled paper products unless
the paper product is labeled as safe for
microwave oven use Recycled paper products
may contain impurities which may cause sparks
and/or fires when used
6 DO NOT use newspapers or paper bags for
cooking Fire can result
7 DO NOT hit or strike control panel Damage to
controls may occur Fire can result
8 DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top
of, or in the oven These could be fire hazards
9 POT HOLDERS should always be used when
removing items from the oven Heat is
transferred from the HOT food to the cooking
container and from the cooking container to the
glass tray The glass tray can be very HOT after
removing a cooking container from the oven
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operation instructions
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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Examine Your Oven
Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and
examine the oven for any damage such as dents,
broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify the
dealer immediately if oven is damaged. DO NOT
install if the oven is damaged.
Placement of Oven
1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For
proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air
flow. Allow 3 inches (8 cm) of space on both sides
of the oven and 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space on top of
oven.
a. DO NOT block air vents.
If they are blocked during operation, the oven
may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal
safety device will turn the oven off. The oven will
remain inoperable until it has cooled.
b. DO NOT place oven near a hot damp surface
such as a gas or electric range.
c. DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is
too high.
2. This oven was manufactured for household use
only.
Grounding Instructions
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.
WARNING — Improper use of the grounding plug
can result In a risk of electric shock. Consult a
qualified electrician or service person 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
three wire extension cord that has a third blade
grounding plug, and a three 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.
Radio Interference
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause
interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or
eliminated by taking the following measures:
a. Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.
(See Care of Your Microwave Oven found on
page 13)
b. Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the
microwave oven as far as possible.
c. Use a properly installed antenna to obtain
stronger signal reception.
Wiring Requirements
1. The oven must be on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No
other appliance should share the circuit with the
microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse
may blow or the circuit breaker may trip, or the
food may cook slower than times recommended
in this manual.
2. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as
specified on this microwave oven (120 V). Using a
higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a
fire or other accident causing oven damage.
Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking.
Quasar is NOT responsible for damage resulting
from the use of the oven with other than specified
voltage.
3. The oven must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP,
120 VOLT, 60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. Where
a standard
two-prong
outlet is
encountered,
it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of the
consumer to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong outlet.
4. A TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS with a two
prong adaptor may be made where LOCAL
CODES PERMIT it. Unless the cover screw is
grounded through the house wiring, attaching the
adaptor grounding plate to the cover screw will
not ground the oven. If there is any doubt that the
cover screw
is. grounded,
have it
checked by
an electrician.
Power Supply
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce
the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long cord or extension 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, and
(3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.
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Practical Hints
Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking In Your Oven
1) HOME CANNING / DRYING FOODS / 6) LIQUIDS
SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS
• Do not use your oven for honne canning or the
heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build up
and the jar may explode. Your oven cannot
maintain the food at the proper canning
temperature. Improperly canned food may spoil
and be dangerous to consume.
• Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture
content can dry out, burn or catch on fire.
• Do not dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in
your oven.
IMPORTANT
Proper cooking depends on time set and weight
of food. If you use a smaller portion than
recommended and cook at the time for the
recommended portion, fire can result.
If a fire occurs, turn the oven off and leave the
oven door closed. Disconnect the power cord or
shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
2) POPCORN _
Popcorn must be popped in a microwave oven
corn popper. Microwave popcorn which pops in
its own package is also available. Follow popcorn
manufacturers’ directions and use a brand suitable
for the wattage of your microwave oven. This
oven is rated at 600 W. Never leave oven
unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the
popcorn bag to cool before opening it. To prevent
steam burns, always open the bag away from your
face and body.
CAUTION:
When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn,
follow recommended package instructions. If
these instructions are not followed, the
popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite
and cause a fire.
3) DEEP FAT FRYING
• Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave
oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames and
may cause damage to the oven and perhaps
result in burns. Microwave utensils may not be
able to withstand the temperature of the hot oil,
and could shatter.
4) EGGS
• Do not heat eggs in their shell in a microwave oven.
Pressure will build up and the eggs will explode.
5) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS
• Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole squash
and sausages are examples of foods with
nonporous skins. These types of foods must
be pierced before microwave cooking to prevent
their bursting.
• Use fresh potatoes for baking and cook until just done.
Overcooking causes dehydration and may cause a
fire. Use recommended weights or fire may occur.
• Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air.
Do not heat liquids in your microwave oven
without first stirring. Stir after heating.
7) GLASS TRAY / COOKING UTENSILS / FOIL
• Cooking utensils get hot during microwaving.
Use potholders when removing utensils from the
oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap
covers from cooking utensils to avoid burns.
• The glass tray will get hot during cooking. It
should be allowed to cool before handling or
before paper products, such as paper plates or
microwave popcorn bags, are placed in the oven
for microwave cooking.
• When using foil, skewers, warming rack or
utensils made of metal in the oven, allow at least
1'inch (2.5 mm) of space between metal
material and interior oven walls. If arcing occurs
(sparking), remove metal material (skewers etc.)
and/or transfer to a non-metallic container.
• Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as
arcing may occur.
8) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
• Do not use paper towels or cloths which contain
a synthetic fiber woven into them. The synthetic
fiber may cause the towel to ignite.
• Do not use paper bags or recycled paper
products in the microwave oven.
9) BROWNING DISHES/OVEN COOKING BAGS
• Browning dishes or grills are designed for
microwave cooking only. Always follow
instructions provided by the manufacturer. Do
not preheat browning dish more than 8 minutes.
• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave
cooking, prepare according to package directions.
Do not use a wire twist-tie to close bag.
10) THERMOMETERS
• Do not use a conventional meat thermometer in
your oven. Arcing may occur.
11) BABY FORMULA / FOOD
• Do not heat baby formula or food in the
microwave oven. The glass jar or surface of the
food may appear warm while the interior can
burn the infant’s mouth and esophagus.
12) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
• When reheating pastry products, check
temperature of any fillings before eating. Some
foods have fillings which heat faster and can be
extremely hot while the surface remains warm to
the touch (ex. jelly donuts).
13) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
• Do not use the oven for any reason other than
the preparation of food.
• Do not leave oven unattended while in use.
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Cookware and Utensil Guide
ITEM
MICROWAVE
COMMENTS
Aluminum Foil
Yes
for
Shielding only
Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of meat or
poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
close to oven wall or if too much foil is used.
Browning Dish
Yes
Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking only.
Check browning dish information for instructions and heating
chart. Do not preheat for more than 8 minutes.
Brown paper bags
No May cause a fire in the oven.
Dinnerware
Microwave-Safe only
Yes
Check manufacturers’ use and care directions for suitability for
microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of the
dish, "Oven-Microwave Proof."
Disposable polyester
Paperboard Dishes
Yes
Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.
Can be purchased in grocery stores.
Fast Food Carton
with Metal Handle
No May cause arcing.
Frozen Dinner Tray
Metal
Microwave-safe
Yes
Yes
Frozen dinners may be heated in foil tray, if tray is less than %-inch
(2 cm) high. Place foil tray in center of oven. Leave at least 1-inch
(2.5 cm) space between foil tray and oven walls. Heat only 1 foil
tray in the oven at a time. For containers more than ?i-inch (2 cm)
deep, remove food and place in a similar size microwave-safe
container.
Glass Jars
Yes
Remove lid. Heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not
heat resistant.
Glassware
Heat Resistant Oven
Glassware and
Ceramic, only
Yes
Ideal for microwave cooking and browning. If in doubt, use the
container test listed below.
Metal Twist Ties
No
They may cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.
Oven Cooking Bag
Yes
Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with the nylon tie
provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton
string. Do not close with metal twist tie. Make six I^-inch (1 cm)
slits by closure.
Paper Plates & Napkins Yes
Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require short
cooking times such as hot dogs.
Paper Towels & Napkins
Yes Use to warm rolls and sandwiches by microwave.
Plastic
Microwave-Safe only
Cookware and
Storage Dishes
Yes
Should be labeled, "Suitable for microwave heating." Check
manufacturers' directions for recommended uses. Some microwave-
safe plastic dishes are not suitable for cooking foods with high
fat content.
Plastic Foam Cups
Yes
Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use to
bring foods to a low sen/ing temperature.
Plastic Wrap
Yes Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture.
Straw, Wicker, Wood
Yes
Use only for short term reheating.
Use to bring foods to a low serving temperature.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only
Conventional
Yes
No
Use only microwave-safe meat and candy thermometers.
Not suitable for use in microwave oven.
Wax paper
Yes Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill aT -cup glass measure with water and
place it in the microwave oven along with the container to be tested; heat one minute at HIGH. If the container
is microwave oven-safe, the empty container should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If
the container is hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and shouid not be used. This test cannot be used
for plastic containers.
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Food Characteristics
Bone and Fat: Both bone and fat affect cooking.
Bones may cause irregular cooking. Meat next to
the tips of bones may overcook while meat
positioned under a large bone, such as a ham
bone, may be undercooked. Large amounts of fat
absorb microwave energy and the meat next to
these areas may overcook.
Density: Porous, airy foods such as breads, cakes
or roils take less time to cook than heavy, dense
foods such as potatoes and roasts.
Quantity: Two potatoes take longer to cook than
one potato. As the quantity of the food increases so
does the cooking time.
When cooking small amounts of food such as one
Cooking Techniques
spacing: Individual foods, such as baked potatoes,
cupcakes and appetizers, will cook more evenly if
placed in the oven equal distances apart. When
possible, arrange foods in a circular pattern.
Browning: Foods will not have the same brown
appearance as conventionally cooked foods. Meats
and poultry may be coated with browning sauce,
Worcestershire sauce, barbecue sauce or shake-on
browning sauce. To use, combine browning sauce
with melted butter or margarine; brush on before
cooking.
Piercing: Foods with skins or membranes must be
pierced, scored or have a strip of skin peeled before
cooking to allow steam to escape. Pierce whole egg
yolks and whites, clams, oysters, chicken livers,
scallops, whole potatoes and whole vegetables.
Whole apples or new potatoes should have a 1 -inch
strip of skin peeled before cooking. Score sausage,
frankfurters and hot dogs.
Covering: As with conventional cooking, moisture
evaporates during microwave cooking. Casserole
lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal. When
using plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by folding
back part of the plastic wrap from the edge of the
dish to allow steam to escape. Loosen or remove
plastic wrap as recipe directs for stand time. When
removing plastic wrap covers, as well as any glass
lids, be careful to remove them away from you to
avoid steam burns. Various degrees of moisture
retention are also obtained by using wax paper or
paper towels. However, unless specified, a recipe is
cooked uncovered.
Shielding: Thin areas of meat and poultry cook
more quickly than meaty portions. To prevent
overcooking, these thin areas can be shielded with
strips of aluminum foil. Wooden toothpicks may be
used to hold the foil in place.
or two potatoes, do not leave oven unattended. The
moisture content in the food may decrease and a
fire could result.
Shape: Uniform sizes heat more evenly. The thin
end of a drumstick will cook more quickly than the
meaty end. To compensate for irregular shapes,
place thin parts toward the center of the dish and
thick parts toward the edge.
Size: Thin pieces cook more quickly than thick
pieces.
Starting Temperature: Foods that are room
temperature take less time to cook than if they are
refrigerator temperature or frozen.
Timing: A range in cooking time is given in each
recipe. The time range compensates for the
uncontrollable differences in food shapes, starting
temperature and regional preferences. Always cook
food for the minimum cooking time given in the
recipe and check for doneness. If the food is
undercooked, continue cooking. It is easier to add
time to an undercooked product. Once the food is
overcooked, nothing can be done.
Stirring: Stirring is usually necessary during
microwave cooking. We have noted when stirring is
helpful, using the words once, twice, frequently or
occasionally to describe the amount of stirring
necessary.
Rearranging: Rearrange small items such as
chicken pieces, shrimp, hamburger patties or pork
chops. Rearrange pieces from the edge to the center
and pieces from the center to the edge of the dish .
Turning: It is not possible to stir some foods to
redistribute the heat. At times microwave energy will
concentrate in one area of a food. To help insure
even cooking, these foods need to be turned. Turn
over large foods, such as roasts or turkeys, halfway
through cooking.
Stand Time: Most foods will continue to cook by
conduction after the microwave oven is turned off. in
meat cookery, the internal temperature will rise 5°F
to 15®F if allowed to stand, tented with foil, for 10 to
15 minutes. Casseroles and vegetables need a
shorter amount of standing time, but this standing
time is necessary to allow foods to complete cooking
in the center without overcooking on the edges.
Testing for Doneness: The same tests for
doneness used in conventional cooking may be
used for microwave cooking. Meat is done when
fork-tender or splits at fibers. Chicken is done when
juices are clear yellow and drumstick moves freely.
Fish is done when it flakes and is opaque.
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FEATURE DIAGRAM
(a)®®
CONTROL PANEL
MQS0660
2
4
8
A
C
1
3
5
6
7
9
B
Door Release Button
Internal Air Vents
Door Safety Lock System
External Air Vents
Control Panel
Identification Plate
Glass Tray
Roller Ring
1) Display Window
2) AUTO COOK Pad
3) SERViNG/WEiGHT Pad
4) POWER LEVEL Pad
5) AUTO DEFROST Pad
6) AUTO REHEAT Pad
7) Number Pads
8) TIMER Pad
9) CLOCK Pad
A} HOLD/CLEAR Pad
Before cooking One tap clears your instruction
Dunng cooking One tap temporarily stops the cooking
process A second tap cancels all your instructions
and the time of day or dot appears on the screen
B) START Pad
One tap allows oven to begin functioning If door is
opened or HOLD/CLEAR Pad is pressed once
during oven operation, START Pad must be
pressed again to restart oven
C) Door Release Button
Just press it to open the door If the door is opened
dunng the cooking process, the cooking process will
pause Cooking will resume as soon as the door is
closed and the START Pad is pressed The oven light
will stay on or will turn on whenever the door is opened
Beep Sound
When a pad is pressed correctly, a beep will be
heard If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the
unit did not or cannot accept the instruction The
oven will beep twice between programmed stages
At the end of any completed program, the oven will
beep 5 times
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Conversion
Power & Time Setting
The oven automatically displays weight in imperial
If you wish to use metric system, press START Pa6
once directly after plugging the oven in, the indicator
shows g/kg The indicator will show oz/lb or g/kg
when you have to set the weight (e g , after pressing
AUTO D£FROSTPa6)
Clock Setting
Example To set 11:25
1 .
1
• Press
CLOCH
')
► D ot blinks
2 .
I
• Enter time of day using the
1
number pads
► Time appears in the
1
Display Window, dot is
blinking
2
5
3 . r
1
• Press
CLOCK
► Dot stops blinking, time of
-
y
day IS entered and locked
into Display Window
NOTE
1 You can use the oven without setting the clock
2 There is no a m or p m settings Clock is a 12
hour display
3 To reset time of day, repeat the steps above
4 The clock will retain time setting only when
plugged into power source
5 Oven will not operate while dot is blinking
How do I program power and time*?
Example: To cook at MEDIUM Power for
5 minutes
1 . POWER
LEVEL
• Select power level
(according to the chart
below)
4 times = Medium
" ■ EBB
5 00
• Set cooking time using
number pads (up to 99
minutes and 99 seconds for
a single stage)
3 .
• Press START
► Cooking will start
The time in the Display
Window will begin to count
down
To recall the selected
power level during cooking,
press POWER LEVEL Pad
r \
START
V J
NOTE
1 For 2 or 3 stage cooking, repeat steps 1 and 2
above before pressing START Pad
2 When selecting HIGH power, you can start from
step 2
Press
Power Level % Power
once
P 100 HIGH
100%
twice
dEF DEFROST
30%
3 times
P 70 MEDIUM-HIGH
70%
4 times
P 50 MEDIUM
50%
5 times
P 30 MEDIUM-LOW
30%
6 times
P 10 LOW
10%
Child Safety Lock
This feature allows the prevention of use by children
(not including door mechanism)
You can set Child Lock when the Display Window
shows a dot or time of day
To Set
i.r
START
• Press 3 times
► " CHILD" appears in the
Display Window
To Cancel
f ^
• Press 3 times
1 . |
HOLD/CLEAR
► D ot or time of day
reappears in the Display
Window
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Auto Cooking
This feature gives you the convenience of utilizing preset microwave settings for these food categories All you
need to do is select the food category and quantity Then touch START It’s that simple (If your food is slightly
different from those listed, you will want to use your own setting (see page 8 for Power & Time Settings)
ex To Cook 2 Hot Dogs

Auto Defrost
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and
seafood by weight without setting time
Example* To defrost 1 2 lb of meat
1 .
AUTO
DEFROST
(lb/kg)
^ J
• Press
Weight system will be
indicated Dot blinks
a
• Set the weight of the food
using the number pads
Weight of the frozen food
must be programmed in
pounds and tenths of a pound,
not ounces See chart below
Press| 1 ~ 1 ->| 2 | for 1 2 lbs
3 .
". ““>1
START
• Press
► D efrosting time appears in
the Display Window and
begins to count down
NOTE
1 The shape and size of the food will determine the
maximum weight the oven can accommodate The
recommended maximum weight of meat is 4 lbs
(1 8 kg), poultry, 6 lbs. (2.7 kg) and seafood, 3
lbs (1 4 kg)
2 The oven beeps once during the defrosting cycle to
signal that the food needs to be turned or
rearranged To prevent overdefrosting, thin areas or
edges can be shielded with strips of aluminum foil
3 For best results, the minimum recommended weight
IS 0 5 lb (220 g)
4 Stand time or power level may be programmed
after Auto Defrost
Conversion Chart
Follow this chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a
pound into tenths of a pound If a piece of meat
weighs 1 95 pounds or 1 pound 14 ounces, program
1 9 pounds
Auto Reheat
This feature allows you to reheat 1 to 2 servings of
precooked room temperature and refrigerator
temperature foods without setting power and time
Example* To reheat 2 cups of soup
^ AUTo\
REHEAT
(i'StRRyings} |
• Press until the desired
number of servings
appears in the Display
Window twice
2 ( ' “ )
^ START
• Press
► Time appears in the
Display Window and
begins to count down
NOTE
1 Auto Reheat can be programmed for 1 to 2
servings
2 T he recommended food items and approximate
weights are listed in the chart below
Foods
Number of
Servings
Serving
Size
Starting
Temp
Plate of Food
1
12- 16oz
Refrig
Meat, Poultry 1 -2 4 - 6 oz
Refrig
Casseroles 1 -2 8 oz
Refrig
Side Dishes
1-2
4 - 6 oz Refrig
or Room
Soups,
Sauces, Gravy
1 -2 6 - 8 oz
Refrig
or Room
For best results follow these recommendations
1 All foods must be previously cooked
2 Foods should always be covered loosely with
plastic wrap, wax paper or casserole lid
3 All foods should have a covered stand time of 3
to 5 minutes
4 DO NOT reheat bread and pastry products Use
manual power and time
5 DO NOT reheat beverages
Ounces
Hundredths of
a Pound
Tenths of
a Pound
0 96- 05 00
1 -2
06- 15 0 1
3-4
16- 25 02
5
26- 35
03
6-7
36- 45 04
8
46- 55 05
9-10
56- 65 06
11 -12
66- 75 07
13
76- 85
08
14-15 86- 95
_
09
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Timer Setting
This feature allows you to program a Stand Time after cooking is completed and to program the oven as
Minute Timer and/or to program Delay Start
To Use as a Kitchen Timer:
To Set Delay Start:
Example To count 5 minutes
T 1
1 VUER
• Press
'•000
5 00
• Set desired amount of time
using the number pads (up
to 99 minutes and 99
seconds)
3 .
-\
START
• Press
► Time will count down
without oven operating
To Set Stand Time:
Example: To stand for 5 minutes after cooking
(3 mins at MEDIUM Power)
1 .
4 times
I
Set the desired cooking
program (see page 8 “Power
& Time Setting")
00 0
2 .
3 00
• Press
3 .
00 0
5 00
• Set desired amount of
Stand Time using the
number pads (up to 99
minutes and 99 seconds)
4 .
-N
START
y _>
• Press
► Cooking will start After
cooking, stand time will
count down without oven
operating
Example To delay the start of cooking 5
minutes before setting the cooking
program of MED for 3 minutes.
000
5 00
• Press
• Set desired amount of
delayed time using the
number pads (up to 99
minutes and 99 seconds)
3 .
/ POWER
LE^EL
Med = 4 times
Set the desired cooking
program (see page 8 for
directions)
I
00 0
3 00
4 .
1 1
Press
► D elayed time will count
down
Then cooking will start
NOTES*
1 If oven door is opened dunng the Stand Time or
Kitchen Timer, the time on the screen will continue to
count down
2 Delay Start cannot be programmed before any
Auto Control Function
This IS to prevent the starting temperature of the
food from rising before defrosting or cooking
begins A change m the starting temperature
could cause inaccurate cooking results
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Microwave Shortcuts
FOOD POWER
TIME
(In minutes)
DIRECTIONS
Butter, Melted, yi pound
LOW 1 -2
Remove wrapper and place
Butter, Softened, pound
MEDIUM-LOW A^^
butter in a microwave-safe dish
Chocolate, Melted,
MEDIUM 2-3
Remove wrapper and place
1 square (1 02 )
chocolate in dish Stir before
Chocolate, Melted, MEDIUM 2-3
adding more time Chocolate
'A cup chips
holds Its shape even when
softened
Bacon, Separated, HIGH
14-1
Remove wrapper After heating, use
1 lb
a plastic spatula to separate slices
Cream Cheese,
MEDIUM-LOW
14-1
Remove wrapper and place in
Softened, 3 oz
a bowl
Cup of Water (boiling)
Heated liquids can erupt if not
1 cup (8 oz) HIGH
4
mixed with air Do not heat
2 cups (16 oz ) HIGH
614 liquids in your microwave oven
Cup of Milk (scalded)
without stirring first Stir after
1 cup (8 02 )
MED-HIGH 314 - 414
heating
2 cups (16 oz )
MED-HIGH
7-8
Coconut, Toasted, MED-HIGH 1 -3
Place in a pte plate or bowl
% cup
Stir every 30 seconds
Ground Beef, Browned, HIGH 3-5
Crumble in microwave-safe
1 lb
colander set in another dish
Stir twice
Ice Cream, Softened,
MEDIUM-LOW 3-4
A gallon
Nuts, Roasted, HIGH 3-5
Spread nuts in 9-inch pie plate
A cup Stir twice
Sesame Seeds, Toasted, HIGH
214-4
Place in a small bowl Stir twice
A cup
Brown sugar, Softened
HIGH A-%
Place 1 cup hard brown sugar in
dish with a slice of bread or a wedge
of apple Cover with plastic wrap
To Remove Oven Odors
HIGH 5
Combine 1 to 114 cups of water with
the juice and peel of one lemon in a
small bowl After heating, wipe
interior of oven with damp cloth
Repeat as needed
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Care of Your Microwave Oven
BEFORE CLEANING. Unplug oven at socket of
the wall outlet If impossible, leave oven door open
to prevent oven from accidentally turning on
Inside of the oven 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
Outside oven surfaces Clean with a damp cloth
To prevent damage to the operating parts inside
the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into
ventilation openings
Control Panel* If it becomes wet, clean with a soft,
dry cloth DO NOT use harsh detergents or
abrasives on the Control Panel
Glass Tray Remove and wash in warm sudsy
water or in a dishwasher
Oven Door Wipe with a soft cloth when steam
accumulates inside or around the outside of the
oven door During cooking, especially under high
humidity conditions, steam is given off from the
food (Some steam will condense on cooler
surfaces, such as the oven door) This is normal
The Roller Ring and oven cavity floor Wipe the
bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent
water or window cleaner and dry The roller ring
may be washed in mild sudsy water or dishwasher
These areas should be kept clean to avoid
excessive noise
STEAM CONDENSATION can cause the inside of
the oven and the oven door to rust To prevent this,
those places must be wiped with a dry cloth to
remove any remaining water after oven use
AFTER CLEANING: Be sure to replace the Roller
Ring and Glass Tray in the proper position and
press HOLD/CLEAR Pad to clear the screen
Before Requesting Service
All these are normal:
The oven causes
interference with my TV
Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the
microwave oven This interference is similar to the interference caused by
small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc It does not
indicate a problem with your oven
The oven lights dim
When cooking with a power other than HIGH, the oven must cycle on/off to
obtain the lower power levels The oven light will dim and clicking noises
can be heard when the oven cycles This is a normal operation
Steam accumulates
on the oven door and warm
air comes from the oven
vents
During cooking, steam and warm air are given off from the food Most of
the steam and warm air are removed from the oven by the air which
circulates in the oven cavity However, some steam will condense on
cooler surfaces such as the oven door This is normal
1 accidentally ran my
microwave oven without
^any food in it
r -s
Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven
However, we do not recommend operating the oven in this manner
J
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Oven will not turn on
Oven will not start cooking
When the oven is turning
on, there is a noise coming
from the glass tray
The oven is not plugged in
Remove plug from outlet, wait
securely
10 seconds and reinsert
Circuit breaker or fuse is
Reset circuit breaker or replace
tripped or blown
fuse
There is a problem with the
Plug another appliance into the
. outlet
outlet to check if it is working
The door is not closed completely
Close the oven door securely
Another program entered
already in the oven
Press HOLD/CLEAR Pad to
cancel the previous program
and program again
The roller ring and oven
bottom are dirty
Clean these parts according to
“Care of Your Microwave Oven"
above
If It seems there is a problem with the oven, contact an authorized Servicenter
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Quick Guide to Operation
How to Operate
To Set Clock
(--page 0)
To Set Power and Time power
(—• page 8) level
To Reheat using
"Auto Reheat" Pad
(—•page 10)
To Cook using
"Auto Cook" Pads
(—page 9)
Set cookino time.
Select the number of serving
Select food.
To Defrost using
"Auto Defrost" Pad
Pad
DEFROST
(-page 10)
To Use as
a Kitchen Timer
(—page 11)
To Set Stand Time
(—page 11)
To Set Delay Start ,,
(—page 11) timer
et desired cooking program,
e.g.
POWER
LEVEL
■ I 0 I thru j 9 |^ ~
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