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TMW-1100NE

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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
COMPETENT 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 COMPETENT
PERSON TO CARRY OUT ANY SERVICE OR REPAIR OPERATION THAT
INVOLVES THE REMOVAL OF A COVER WHICH GIVES PROTECTION
AGAINST EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE ENERGY:
(E) WARNING: ONLY ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE OVEN WITHOUT
SUPERVISION WHEN ADEQUATE INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN GIVEN SO
THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO USE THE OVEN IN A SAFE WAY AND
UNDERSTANDS THE HAZARDS OF IMPROPER USE.
(F) WARNING: 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. CHILDREN SHALL NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE. CLEANING
AND USER MAINTENANCE SHALL NOT BE MADE BY CHILDREN UNLESS
THEY ARE AGED FROM 8 YEARS AND ABOVE AND SUPERVISED.
(G) WARNING: LIQUIDS AND OTHER FOODS MUST NOT BE HEATED IN
SEALED CONTAINERS SINCE THEY ARE LIABLE TO EXPLODE:
(H) WARNING: MICROWAVE HEATING OF BEVERAGES CAN RESULT IN
DELAYED ERUPTIVE BOILING, THEREFORE CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN
HANDLING THE CONTAINER;
(I) WARNING: THE CONTENTS OF FEEDING BOTTLES AND BABY FOOD JARS
MUST BE STIRRED OR SHAKEN AND THE TEMPERATURE CHECKED
BEFORE CONSUMPTION, IN ORDER TO AVOID BURNS;

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ...1
TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................2
EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................4
IMPORTANT .....................................................................................................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................5
FEATURES DIAGRAM......................................................................................................................6
OPERATION PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................8
CONTROLS...................................................................................................................................... 9
TIME DEFROSTING ................................................................................................................ 9
COOKING IN ONE STAGE.....................................................................................................10
MEMORY FUNCTION............................................................................................................ 11
START /+30 SEC ................................................................................................................... 12
CHECK FUNCTION ............................................................................................................... 12
DOUBLE QUANTITY FUNCTION.......................................................................................... 12
CHILD SAFETY LOCK........................................................................................................... 13
POWER SAVE MODE ........................................................................................................... 13
MUTE FUNCTION.................................................................................................................. 13
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING.................................................. 13
ABNORMAL MESSAGE ........................................................................................................ 13
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................... 14
MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES....................................................................................................... 15
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD.............................................................................................. 15
CONVERSION CHART ................................................................................................................. 15
COOKING TECHNIQUES ..............................................................................................................16
DEFROSTING GUIDE.................................................................................................................... 17
COOKING CHART ......................................................................................................................... 18
REHEATING CHART ..................................................................................................................... 19
VEGETABLE CHART .....................................................................................................................20
CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN ......................................................................................... 21
CARE AND CLEANING ................................................................................................................. 21
USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY ...................................................................................22
ARCING ..........................................................................................................................................22
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE..............................................................................................23
DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT ...........................................23
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS........................................................................................................24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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 a earthing wire with an earthing plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and earthed.
INSTALLATION
EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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 3 inches of space
between oven sides, rear and the minimum
height of free space necessary 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.
The microwave oven shall not be placed in a
cabinet unless it has been tested in a cabinet.
3. Leave space behind and side
All air vents should be kept a clearance. If all
vents are covered during operation, the oven
may overheat and, eventually, oven failure.
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
Splash 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 7 amperes, 240V 60Hz.
• Power supply cord is about 1.0 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 of ampere fuse other than
those specified.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or a similarly qualified persons 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 is 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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SPECIFICATIONS
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MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER 1000 W
FREQUENCY 2450 MHz
OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) 542 x 329 x 461mm (21.34 x 12.95 x 18.15 in.)
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WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code.
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: the wire which is coloured green-and-
yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter 'E', the earth symbol or
coloured green-and-yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'L' or
coloured red.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING : To prevent fire, burns, electric shock and other warnings:
Listed below are, as with all appliances, certain rules to follow and safeguards to assure high
performance from this oven:
1. Do not use the oven for any reason other than food
preparation, such as for drying clothes, paper, or any
other nonfood items or for sterilizing purposes.
2. Do not use the oven when empty, this could damage the
oven.
3. Do not use the oven cavity for any type of storage, such
as papers, cookbook, cookware, etc.
4. Do not operate the oven without the plate tray in place.
5. Make sure you remove caps or lids prior to cooking when
you cook food sealed in bottles.
6. Do not put foreign material between the oven surface
and door. It could result in excessive leakage of
microwave energy.
7. Do not use recycled paper products for cooking. They
may contain impurities which could cause sparks and/or
fires when used during cooking.
8. Do not pop popcorn unless popped in a microwave
approved popcorn popper or unless it's commercially
packaged and recommended especially for microwave
ovens. Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield
than conventional popping; there will be a number of
unpopped kernels. Do not use oil unless specified by the
manufacturer.
9. Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such
as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, etc., without first
piercing them several times with a fork.
10. Do not pop popcorn longer than the manufacturer's
directions. (popping time is generally below 3 minutes).
Longer cooking does not yield more popped corn, it can
cause scorchings and fire. Also, the cooking tray can
become too hot to handle or may break.
11. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
12. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
13. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall
be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked
before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
14. Always test the temperature of food or drink which has
been heated in a microwave oven before you give it to
somebody, especially to children or elderly people. This
is important because things which have been heated in a
microwave oven carry on getting hotter even though the
microwave oven cooking has stopped.
15. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not
be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode,
even after microwave heating has ended;
16. 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, smoke or even catch fire when next using the
oven.
17. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control
the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating
and fire.
18. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to
be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible
bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from
the microwave oven is not always present. THIS
COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
a) Do not overheat the liquid.
b)
Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it
c) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow
necks.
d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the
microwave oven for a short time before removing the
container.
e) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other
utensil into the container.
19. Oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits
removed.
20. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could
lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely
affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
21. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
22. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
23. Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave
ovens.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FEATURES DIAGRAM
1SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM.
2DOOR VIEWING SCREEN - Allows
viewing of food. The screen is designed so
that light can pass through, but not the
microwave.
3DOOR HOOK - When door is closed, it will
automatically shut off. If the door is opened
while the oven is operating, magnetron will
immediately stop operating.
4OVEN CAVITY.
5DOOR SEAL - Door seal maintains the
microwave energy within the oven cavity
and prevents microwave leakage.
6PLATE TRAY - Made of special heat
resistant ceramic. Food in a proper
receptacle is placed on this plate for
cooking.
7STIRRER COVER - This is located on the
ceiling with the stirrer fan.
8INLET COVER - Protect the air hole from
splashes of cooking foods.
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1MICROWAVE indicator, showing
microwaving in progress.
2DEFROST indicator, showing defrosting in
progress.
3PERCENTAGE of power indicator.
4CHILD LOCK indicator.
5PROGRAM - Used to save cooking data.
6DEFROST - Used to defrost foods for time.
7TIME SET PAD - Used to set the cooking
time.
8CHECK - Used to check cooking data.
9DOUBLE QUANTITY - Used to extend
programmed cooking time.
0POWER - Used to set power level.
STOP/CLEAR - Used to stop the oven
operation or to delete the cooking data.
START /+30SEC - Used to start the oven
and also used to set a reheat time.
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OPERATION PROCEDURE
once 100 100%
twice 80 80%
3 times 60 60%
4 times 40 40%
5 times 20 20%
Touch POWER pad. Power Level (Display) Approximate Percentage of Power
The oven light is on when the microwave oven
is operating or the door is opened.
The oven door can be opened at any time
during operation by opening the door. 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.
The display will show ":0" when the oven is
plugged in.
When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during
the oven operation, the oven stops cooking and
all information retained.
To erase all information, touch the
STOP/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.
This section includes useful information about oven operation.
1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 240V AC 60Hz power outlet.
2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the plate tray.
The plate tray must always be in place during cooking.
3. Close the door and Make sure that it is firmly closed.
4. Set required programme and time, then touch the stert pad.
5. Once cooking is complete, take care removing container as it will be hot.
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Make sure the oven is properly installed and
plugged into the electrical outlet.
WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART
• The power-level is set by touching the POWER pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and
the percentage of power.

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TIME DEFROSTING
When DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of
alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.
CONTROLS
When you touch the START pad, the DEFROST indicator lights to show the oven is in the DEFROST
mode. The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the DEFROST
mode. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged.
When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
1. Touch the DEFROST pad.
2. Touch the number pads for the
desired defrosting time.
3. Touch the START pad.
The DEFROST indicator lights and " : 0" is
displayed.
The display will show the numbers you
pressed in the order you touched.
DEFROST
NOTE: Your oven can be programmed
for 60 minutes. (60:00)

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COOKING IN ONE STAGE
1. Touch the POWER pad.
(Select desired power level.)
2. Touch the number pads for the
cooking time.
3. Touch the START pad.
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The MICROWAVE and % indicators light.
The display will show what you touched.
This example shows power level 60.
The display will show the numbers you
pressed in the order you touched.
NOTE: Using low power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as
cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.
NOTE: The cooling fan may operate to prevent the oven being overheated.
NOTE: Your oven can be programmed
for 60 minutes. (60:00)
but, in case of full power(100%),
maximum time is 20 minutes
(20:00)
POWER
When you touch the START pad, the MICROWAVE indicator lights to show the oven is cooking.
The display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left. When the cooking time ends, you
will hear 3 beeps.

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MEMORY FUNCTION
This microwave oven has 20 programmable pads (1~20).
After programming is finished, just touch the NUMBER pad of the memory number you want to select.
Then the oven will automatically start heating according to the pre-programmed cooking time and power
level.
* Preprogrammed Cooking Times and Power Level
Pad Cooking Time Power Level
1 10 sec. 100 %
2 20 sec. 100 %
3 30 sec. 100 %
4 45 sec. 100 %
5 1 min. 100 %
6 1 min.30 sec. 100 %
7 2 min. 100 %
8 3 min. 100 %
9 4 min. 100 %
10 5 min. 100 %
1. Touch the PROGRAM pad.
2. Touch the number pads. ex)5
3. Touch the POWER pad.
(Select desired power level.)
4. Touch the number pads for
cooking time.
5. Touch the START pad to save
cooking time and power level.
6. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad.
The display will show “PROGRAM”.
The display will show “PROG-05”.
The MICROWAVE and % indicators light.
The display will show what you touched.
The display will show “STAGE-2” and long
beep sounds.
When you touch the STOP/CLEAR pad,
memory function ends.
PROGRAM
NOTE 1: If you want cooking in two or three stage, repeat step 3~5 once or twice, and display will
show “STAGE-2” or “STAGE-3”.
After touching the START pad to save cooking time and power level in 3-stage, you can see
“ - END - ” on the display.
NOTE 2: In case of original set, number 1~10 is programmed but cooking data is changeable later.
And number 11~20 is not programmed, so you will save cooking data.

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START /+30 SEC
START /+30 SEC allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100% (full power) by simply touching the
START /+30 SEC pad.
By repeatedly touching the START /+30 SEC pad, you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes
by 30 second increments.
1. Touch the START /+30 SEC
pad.
When you touch the START /+30 SEC,
":30" is displayed.
The oven will start immediately. It will add 30
seconds to the time counting down each time
the pad is touched.
CHECK FUNCTION
This feature allows you to check the programmed cooking time and power level.
CHECK
START /
+30 SEC
The display will show “CHECK”.
The display will show “PROG-05”.
1. Touch the CHECK pad.
2. Touch the NUMBER pads
which you want confirmation.
ex)5
The display will show cooking time, power level each stage.
If you want to end, touch the STOP/CLEAR pad.
DOUBLE QUANTITY FUNCTION
This feature allows you to extend programmed cooking time twice temporarily.
But, the extended cooking time can’t exceed maximum cooking time.
Maximum cooking time of this oven is 60 minutes except full power.
In case of full power (100%), maximum cooking time is 20 minutes 00 seconds.
DOUBLE
QUANTITY
The display will show “DOUBLE”.
The display will show “PROG-05”.
After 1.5 seconds, the oven automatically
start cooking.
1. Touch the DOUBLE
QUANTITY pad.
2. Touch the NUMBER pads
which is programmed.
ex)5

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CHILD SAFETY LOCK
The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
To set, press and hold the STOP/CLEAR pad for 3 seconds, LOCK indicator lights.
To cancel, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, LOCK indicator goes off.
POWER SAVE MODE
This function is used for saving energy.
To set, press and hold the CHECK pad for 3 seconds. The oven will beep and nothing appears in
the display. Now the oven is in power save mode.
To operate the oven in power save mode, press any pad. Then “ : 0” will shown and the operation of
all function key will be same as in normal mode.
But, if there is no operation within 10 seconds in clear mode or while mainpulating the key, all the
contents of display will disappear.
To cancel, after press any pad, press and hold the CHECK pad for 3 seconds.
Then the oven is again available for normal use.
MUTE FUNCTION
To set, press and hold the DOUBLE QUANTITY pad for 3 seconds.
The display will show “MUTE” for 1 second.
Then you will not hear beeps, when you press any pad.
To cancel, press and hold the DOUBLE QUANTITY pad for 3 seconds.
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING
1. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad.
• You can restart the oven by touching START pad.
• Touch the STOP/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 the START pad.
NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.
ABNORMAL MESSAGE
E10
• “E10” message occurs when the total sum of the stage cooking time is
greater than 20 minutes in full power or 60 minutes in other power levels.
• Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad and try again.
E20
• “E20” message occurs when EEPROM is not able to read cooking data from
it’s memory or write cooking data on it’s memory.
• Unplug the power and call for service.

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COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
Utensil Guide
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without
being reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken choosing the utensil. If the
utensil is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry. The following table lists various of utensil
and indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.
●: Recommended use
▲ : Limited Use
✕: Not Recommended
Aluminium foil
Crust plate
China and earthenware
Disposable polyester
cardboard dishes
Fast-food packaging
• Polystyrene cups containers
• Paper bags or newspaper
• Recycled paper or metal trims
Glassware
• Oven-to-table ware
• Fine glassware
• Glass jars
Metal
• Dishes
• Freezer bag twist ties
Paper
• Plates, cups, napkins and
Kitchen paper
• Recycled paper
Plastic
• Containers
• Cling film
• Freezer bags
Wax or grease-proof paper
Utensil Safe Comments
Can be used in small quantities to protect areas against
overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to
the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
Do not preheat for more than 8minutes.
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china
are usually suitable, unless deco-rated with a metal trim.
Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.
Can be used to warm food. Overheating may cause the
polystyrene to melt.
May catch fire.
May cause arcing.
Can be used, unless decorated with a metal trim.
Can be used to warm foods or liquids.
Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly.
Must remove the lid. Suitable for warming only.
May cause arcing or fire.
For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb
excess moisture.
May cause arcing.
Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other
plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures. Do
not use Melamine plastic.
Can be used to retain moisture. Should not touch the
food.
Take care when removing the film as hot steam will
escape.
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be airtight.
Prick with a fork, if necessary.
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spattering.
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MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES
Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR
in World War ll. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and manmade sources.
Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and car phones.
CONVERSION CHARTS
WEIGHT MEASURES
15 g
1
/ 2 oz.
25 g 1 oz.
50 g 2 oz.
100 g 4 oz.
175 g 6 oz.
225 g 8 oz.
450 g 1 lb.
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD
Microwave oven is a Group 2 ISM equipment in which radiofrequency energy is intentionally generated and used
in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the treatment of material. This oven is a Class B equipment suitable
for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply
network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
VOLUME MEASURES
30 ml 1 fl.oz.
100 ml 3 fl.oz.
150 ml 5 fl.oz. (
1
/ 4 pt)
300 ml 10 fl.oz. (
1
/ 2 pt)
600 ml 20 fl.oz. (1pt)
SPOON MEASURES
1.25 ml
1
/ 4 tsp
2.5 ml
1
/ 2 tsp
5 ml 1 tsp
15 ml 1 tbsp
FLUID MEASUREMENTS
1 Cup = 8 fl.oz. = 240 ml
1 Pint = 16 fl.oz. (UK 20 fl.oz.) = 480 ml (UK 560 ml)
1 Quart = 32 fl.oz. (UK 40 fl.oz.) = 960 ml (UK 1120 ml)
1 Gallon = 128 fl.oz. (UK 160 fl.oz.) = 3840 ml (UK 4500 ml)
Then they pass through
the cooking containers to
be absorbed by the water
molecules in the food, all
foods contain water to a
more or lesser extent.
The microwaves cause the water molecules to
vibrate which causes FRICTION, i.e. HEAT. This
heat then cooks the food. Microwaves are also
attracted to fat and sugar particles, and foods high
in these will cook more quickly. Microwaves can
only penetrate to a depth of 1
1
/ 2 - 2 inches(4-5cm)
and as heat spreads through the food by
conduction, just as in a traditional oven, the food
cooks from the outside inwards.
In a microwave oven,
electricity is converted
into microwave by the
MAGNETRON.
The microwaves
bounce off the metal
walls and the metal
door screen.
Oven Cavity Magnetron
Waveguide
Turntable
REFLECTION
TRANSMISSION
ABSORPTION
Microwave Water Molecule Absorption Vibration

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STANDING TIME
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and
cakes, require standing time(inside or outside of
the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish
conducting to cook the center completely. Wrap
meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium foil
while standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-15
minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other foods
such as plated meal, vegetables, fish etc require
2-5 minutes standing. After defrosting food,
standing time should also be allowed. If food is
not cooked after standing time, return to the oven
and cook for additional time.
MOISTURE CONTENT
Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary
in their moisture content throughout the season,
particularly jacket potatoes. For this reason
cooking times may have to be adjusted. Dry
ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out during
storage so cooking times may differ.
DENSITY
Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense
heavy foods.
CLING FILM
Cling film helps keep the food moist and the
trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking
times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess
steam to escape. Always take care when
removing cling film from a dish as the build-up of
steam will be very hot.
SHAPE
Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by
microwave when in a round container rather than
square.
SPACING
Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced
apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.
STARTING TEMPERATURE
The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat
up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat
than food at room temperature.
LIQUIDS
All liquids must be stirred before and during
heating. Water especially must be stirred before
and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat
liquids that have previously been boiled. DO NOT
OVERHEAT.
TURNING & STIRRING
Some foods require stirring during cooking. Meat
and poultry should be turned after half the
cooking time.
ARRANGING
Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,
should be placed on a dish so that the thicker
parts are towards the outside.
QUANTITY
Small quantities cook faster than large quantities,
also small meals will reheat more quickly than
large portions.
PIERCING
The skin or membrane on some foods will cause
steam to build up during cooking. These foods
must be pierced or a strip of skin should be
peeled off before cooking to allow the steam to
escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc,
will all need to be pierced before cooking. DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR
SHELLS.
COVERING
Cover foods with microwave cling film or a lid.
Cover fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do not
cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or pastry
items.
COOKING TECHNIQUES

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DEFROSTING GUIDE
ᶀDo not defrost covered meat. Covering might allow
cooking to take place. Always remove outer wrap and
tray. Use only containers that are microwave-safe.
ᶀBegin defrosting whole poultry breast-side-down. Begin
defrosting roasts fat-side-down.
ᶀThe shape of the package alters the defrosting time.
Shallow rectangular shapes defrost more quickly than a
deep block.
ᶀAfter
1
/ 3 of the defrost time has elapsed, check the food.
Toy may wish to turn over, break apart, rearrange or
remove thawed portions of the food.
ᶀDuring defrost, the oven will prompt you to turn the over.
At this point, open oven door and check the food. Follow
the techniques listed below for optimum defrost results.
Then, close oven door, touch the START pad to complete
defrosting.
ᶀWhen defrosted, food should be cool, but softened in all
areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven very
briefly, or let stand a few minutes. After defrosting, allow
food to stand 5-60 minutes if there are any icy areas.
Poultry and fish may be placed under running cool water
until defrosted
➪Turn over : Roast, ribs, whole poultry, turkey breasts, hot
dogs, sausages, steaks, or chops.
➪Rearrange : Break apart or separate steaks, chops,
hamburger patties, ground meat, chicken or seafood
pieces, chunks of meat such as stew beef.
➪Shield : Use small strips of aluminum foil to protect thin
areas or edges of unevenly shaped foods such as
chicken wings. To prevent arching, do not allow foil to
come within 1-inch of oven walls or door.
➪Remove : To prevent cooking, thawed portions should be
removed from the oven at this point. This may shorten
defrost time for food weighing less than 3 lbs.(1350g).
DEFROSTING CHART (by time def.)
* The times are approximate because freezer temperatures vary.
BEEF
Minced beef
1 lb./450g
Stew Meat
1
1
/ 2 lbs./675g
Patties
4(4oz./110g)
POULTRY
Whole Chicken
2
1
/ 2 lbs./1125g
Chicken Breasts
1 lbs./450g
Fryer Chicken(cut up)
2 lbs./900g
Chicken Thights
1
1
/ 2 lbs./675g
FISH & SEAFOOD
Whole Fish
1 lb./450g
Fish Fillets
1
1
/ 2 lb./675g
Shrimp
1
/ 2 lb./225g
Item & Weight Defrosting Time Standing Time Special Techniques
6-8 min.
7-9 min.
5-7 min.
12-15 min.
6-8 min.
10-12 min.
7-10 min.
4-5 min.
5-7 min.
2-3 min.
15-20 min.
25-30 min.
15-20 min.
45-50 min.
15-30 min.
25-30 min
15-30 min.
15-20 min.
15-20 min.
15-20 min.
Break apart and remove thawed portions
with fork.
Separate and rearrange once.
Turn over after half the time.
Break side down. Turn over after half the
time. Shield as needed.
Separate and rearrange once.
Separate and rearrange once.
Separate and rearrange once.
Turn over after half the time.
Shield as needed.
Separate and turn over once.
Separate and rearrange once.

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COOKING CHART
MEAT
Beef joint - Rare P-80 6-8 min.
- Medium P-80 7-9 min.
- well done P-80 9-11 min.
POULTRY
Whole chicken P-HI 4-9 min.
Portions chicken P-80 4-6 min.
Breast (boned) P-80 5-7 min.
FISH
Fish Fillets P-HI 3-5 min.
Whole Mackerel, P-HI 3-5 min.
Cleaned and prepared
Whole Trout, Cleaned P-HI 4-6 min.
& Prepared
Salmon steaks P-HI 4-6 min.
NOTE : The above times should be regarded only as a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and
preferences. The times may vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.
Frozen meat, poultry and fish must be thoroughly thawed before cooking.
Item Power Cooking Time Special Instruction
Level Per lb./450g
- Chilled meat and poultry should be removed from
the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before
cooking.
- Always let the meat and poultry stand, covered
after cooking.
- Brush a little oil or melted butter over the fish, or
add 15~30ml(1-2 tbsp) lemon juice, wine, stock,
milk or water.
- Always let the fish stand, covered, after cooking

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• Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns.
• When heating pre-packaged ready-cooked foods, always follow the pack instructions carefully.
• If you freeze foods which were bought from the fresh or chilled counters, remember that they should be thoroughly thawed
before following the heating instructions on the packed. It’s worth putting a note on them so that other members of the
household will remember too.
• Remember that remove the metal ties and transfer food from foil containers before reheating.
• Chilled(refrigerated) food takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature (such as just-cooled food or food from the
store cupboard).
• All foods should be reheated using full microwave power.
Baby food 20-30 sec.
128g jar
Baby milk
100ml / 4fl.oz. 20-30 sec.
225ml / 8fl.oz. 40-50 sec.
Sandwich roll or bun
1 roll 20-30 sec.
Lasagna
1 serving 4-6 min.
(10 1/2oz./300g)
Casserole
1 cup 1 1/2-3 min.
4 cups 5-7 min.
Mashed potatoes
1 cup 2-3 min.
4 cups 6-8 min.
Baked beans
1 cup 2-3 min.
Ravioli or pasta in sauce
1 cup 2-3 min.
4 cups 6-9 min.
Item Cooking time Special Instructions
Empty into a small serving bowl.
Stir well once or twice during heating.
Before serving, check the temperature carefully.
Stir or shake well and pour into a sterilized bottle.
Before serving, shake well and check the temperature carefully.
Wrap in paper towel and place on glass microwaveable rack.
*Note : Do not use recycled paper towels.
Place lasagna on microwaveable plate.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.
Stir once halfway through cooking.
REHEATING CHART