Quasar MQS1063EV User manual

Quasar.
Operating
Instructions
Microwave Oven
Model MQS1063EV
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
This
manual
contains
Safety
Instructions,
Operating
Instructions
and
Maintenance
of
the
Oven.
To
order
Cooking
Guide
&
replacement
parts,
see
page
13.
See
Quick
Guide
on
back
cover.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FURTHER REFERENCE.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven (c) Do not operate the oven if it is
with the door open since open-door damaged. It is particularly important
operation can result in harmful that the oven door close properly
exposure to microwave energy. It is and that there is no damage to the:
important not to defeat or tamper ` (1) door (bent)
with the safety interlocks. (2) hinges and latches (broken or
loosened)
(b) Do not place any object between the (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
oven front face and the door, or
allow soil or cleaner residue to (d) The oven should not be adjusted or
accumulate on sealing surfaces. 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 Mode! No.
opening. You should note the model number '
and the seria! number of this oven in the space Serial No.
provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase for future reference. Date of Purchase
O Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 1996.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before Operation
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Technical Specifications
Power Consumption: 111A 1180W
Output: 750 W
Outside Dimensions including trim kit 14%” x 20" x 14%"
(H x W x Dy: (365 x 510 x 360mm)
Oven Cavity Dimensions 9" x 13%" x 13e"
(Hx W xD): (229 x 353 x 338mm)
Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz
Uncrated Weight: Approx. 37 lbs. (16.8 kg)
*IEC 705-88 Test procedure
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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, electric
shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to
excessive microwave energy:
1.
2.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS
TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found
on back of the front cover.
. This appliance must be grounded. Connect oniy
to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” found on pages 3 and 4,
. Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the installation instructions
found on pages 3 and 4.
. Do not cover or block any openings on this
appliance.
. 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, and the like.
. 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.
. When cleaning surfaces of 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.
. As with any appliance, CLOSE SUPERVISION
IS NECESSARY WHEN USED BY CHILDREN.
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.
Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustment.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed
containers—for example, closed glass jars—may
explode and should NOT be heated in this oven.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
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 bag in oven.
(c) If materials inside the oven should zus: keep
oven door closed, turn oven off, an
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.
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.
energy will reflect continuously throughout the
oven if food or water is not present to absorb
energy. This could damage the oven and result in
the danger of a fire.
. Do NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or 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 this oven can cause radiation leaks.
. Do NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other
materials in oven. They may catch fire.
. Do NOT use recycled paper products unless the
paper product is labeled safe for microwave oven
use. Recycled paper products may contain
impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires
when used.
. Do NOT use newspapers or paper bags for
cooking. Fire can result.
. Do NOT hit or strike control panel. Damage to
controls may occur. Fire can result.
. POT HOLDERS may be needed when cooking.
Heat is transferred from the hot food to the
cooking container and from the cooking container
to the Glass Tray, Glass Tray can be very hot
after removing cooking container from oven.
. Do NOT store flammable materials next to, on top
of, or in the oven. These could be fire hazards.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

INSTALLATION & GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS |
For The Dealer
Unpack oven, remove all packing material, examine
the oven and parts for any damage such as dents,
broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify the
supplier immediately if oven is damaged. Make sure
that you have all parts needed for proper assembly.
See Parts List and exploded drawing for installation.
Piacement of Oven
1. This oven is specifically designed to be built-in to
recreational vehicles. For proper operation, the
oven must have sufficient air flow. The MINIMUM
cabinet requirements are 14%” (H) x 20%” (W) x
14” (D) / 365mm (H) x 520mm (W) x 355mm (D).
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 operate oven when room humidity is
too high.
c. May be built into a cabinet structure but not for
use adjacent to (within 2 feet) any gas or
electric range, cooktop or oven.
2. This oven was manufactured for use in a
recreational vehicle only.
Directions
1. Mount “A” onto the top of the microwave oven
with 2 brass screws.
2. Placed assembled microwave oven into cabinet
opening (see PLACEMENT OF OVEN this page
for minimum dimensions).
3. Attach bottom flange of microwave to cabinet with
3 black screws, attach top flange of microwave to
cabinet with remaining 3 black screws.
4. Plug in oven to properly grounded outlet (see
WIRING REQUIREMENTS on page 4).
Parts List
1 Microwave oven with top exhaust cover and
bottom flange
1 Top front cover (louvered) - “A”
6 Black screws (Phillips head)
2 Brass screws (Phillips head)
1 Owners guide
1 Roller ring
1 Glass tray
"A" =>

‚INSTALLATION & GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 surfaces of the oven.
(See Care of Your Microwave Oven found on
page 17.)
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 Requireniehie
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 the times
recommended in this manual.
. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as
specified on this microwave oven (120V). Using a
higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a
fire or other accident causing slow cooking. The
manufacturer 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.
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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,
(a) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or
extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrica! rating of the appliance,
(b) the extension cord must be a grounding-type
3-wire cord,
(c) 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.

Practical Hints
Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven
1) HOME CANNING / DRYING FOODS /
SMALL QUANTITIES OF FOODS
© Do not use your oven for home 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. 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.
Check package weight before using the popcorn
pad. Set the oven for the weight of the popcorn
package. (see page 10). If these instructions are
not followed, the popcorn may not pop
adequately or may ignite and cause a fire.
3) DEEP FAT FRYING
e 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
e 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.
6) LIQUIDS
e 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
e 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.
o 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 cm) 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.
o Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as
arcing may occur.
8) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
e Do not use paper towels or cloths which contain
a synthetic fiber woven into them. The synthetic
fiber may cause the towel to ignite.
e 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.
e 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
o Do not use a conventional meat thermometer in
your oven. Arcing may occur.
11) BABY FORMULA / FOOD
e 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
e 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
o Do not use the oven for any reason other than
the preparation of food.
o Do not leave oven unattended while in use.

_ Cookware and Utensil Guide
Yes Small strips of foil can be molded around thin
Aluminum Foil for parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking.
Shielding Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall
onl or if too much foil is used.
Browning dishes are designed for microwave
cooking only. Check browning dish information for
instructions and heating chart. Do not preheat for
Browning Dish Yes
more than 8 minutes.
Dinnerware Check manufacturers’ use and care directions for
Microwave-Safe only Suitability for microwave heating. Some dinnerware
may state on the back of the dish,
"Oven-Microwave Proof."
Disposable polyester Vas Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.
Paperboard Dishes Can be purchased in grocery stores.
Fast Food Carton !
with Metal Handle = MAY PAUSA Seng
Frozen Dinner Tray
Metal
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 time. For containers more than %-inch (2 cm) deep,
remove food and place in a similar size microwave-
Microwave-safe
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
us They may cause arcing which could cause a fire
Oven Cooking Bag 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 %-inch (1 cm) slits by closure.
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require short cooking times such as hot dogs.
[Paper Towels € Napkins | Yes | Use to warm rolls and sandwiches by microwave; |
Plastic Should be labeled, "Suitable for microwave healing."
Microwave-Safe only Check manufacturers' directions for recommended
Cookware and uses. Some microwave-safe plastic dishes are not suitable
Storage Dishes 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 serving temperature.
B E ES NN Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture.
Straw, Wicker, Wood Use only for short term reheating.
Use to bring foods to a low serving temperature.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only Yes Use only microwave-safe meat and candy thermometers.
Conventional No Not suitable for use in microwave oven.
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain
pue ru ames A,
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a 1 -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
Ideal for microwave cooking and browning.
is microwave oven-safe, it should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot,
it has absorbed some microwave energy and should not be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.

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 rolls 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,
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.
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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 pieces 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.
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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.
Standing 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.