Russell Hobbs RHEM2301S User manual

Model Number:
RHEM2301 (B) (S)
Family EASI Microwave
User Guide
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FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461
Or visit us at http://mda.russellhobbs.com

CONTENTS
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Page(s)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3-9
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
10-11
PRODUCT INFORMATION
12
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
13
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
14
MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
15-16
CONTROL PANEL
17
HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE
18-21
COOKING TIPS
22
CLEANING THE MICROWAVE
23
PROBLEM SOLVING
24-26
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES
27
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
28-29
NOTES
30-31
DISPOSAL
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
•This appliance is intended to be used in the household
and general domestic applications. It is not intended to
be used in industrial or commercial applications.
•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 without supervised.
•If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not
be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person.
•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.
•Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
•Aminimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the
oven and any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum
clearance of 30cmabovetheoven.
•Use only cookware and utensils that are approved for
use in a microwave oven.
•When heating foodin plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
•This microwave is intended for heating food and
beverages only. The drying of food or clothing and
heating of warming pads, wheat bags, slippers, sponges,
damp cloth and similar is extremely dangerous and may
lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
•If materials inside the oven smoke or catch fire, keep the
oven door closed to stifle the flames, turn the oven off
at the wall switch, or shut the power off at the fuse or
circuit-breaker panel. If smoke is emitted , switch off or
unplug theappliance and keep the door closed in order
to stifle any flames.
•Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
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WARNING:
•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. Do not
heat baby bottles with the teat left on. Remove it if
replacing the bottle back into the oven.
•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.
•The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food
deposits removed.
•Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition, could
lead to deterioration of the surface that will adversely
affect thelife of theappliance that may result in a
hazardous condition.
•The microwave oven should be used freestanding only
and must not be built-in or used in a cabinet
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
•To avoid fire, electric shock, or injury, never immerse the
microwave, cord, or plug in water or liquid.
•Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer. Only use thermometers approved for use
in microwaves.
•The appliance and its accessible parts may become hot
during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements.
•Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while you
are using it.
•Do not use the microwave when it is empty. This could
damage the oven.
•Do not use metal pans, dishes with metal handles or
anything with a metal trim inside the microwave. Do not
use paper-covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags.
•Never put objects into the openings on the outer case.
•Food containing a mixture of fat and water (for example,
stock) should stand for 30 to 60 seconds in the oven
after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture
to settle and to prevent it from bubbling when a spoon is
placed in it, or a stock cube is added.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
•When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember
that there are certain foods (such as, jam, Christmas
pudding, and mincemeat) which heat up very quickly.
•Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such
as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, sausages,
ready meals and so on without piercing them several
times with a fork.
•Do not try to deep-fry foods in this microwave oven.
•Do not overcook food.
•Please remember that as food or liquids heat up,
they will release steam or may be spitting. Never cover
any container fully, always leave a gap for steam to
escape.
•Do not use plastic containers when heating or cooking
foods that contain a lot of fat or sugar.
•Do not cook fooddirectly on theglass tray. Put food on
a suitable plate or in a bowl before putting it in the oven.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
•Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a
material which will absorb microwave energy. This may
cause the dishes to crack or burn, and will slow down
the cooking speed.
•Do not usethe microwave oven for heating utensils,
plates or dishes.
•Do not cook using a container with a restricted
opening, such as bottles, as they may explode.
•Before you clean your microwave oven, turn it off and
unplug it.
•Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food or
liquids stick to the oven walls, wipe with a damp
cloth. We recommend that you do not use harsh
detergent or abrasives.

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WARNING:
•You should clean the outside of the oven with a
damp cloth. Do not allow water to seep into the
ventilation openings.
•Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
•If steam builds up insideor around the outsideof the
oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may happen
when the microwave oven is used in humid conditions.
•Regularly wipe the bottom surface of the oven with
mild detergent and water, then dry.

ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
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Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs EASI microwave.
The Russell Hobbs EASI microwave RHEM2301 has a sleek and stylish
contemporary design, boasting an attractive mirror door finish. As well as an
appealing look, this EASI microwave is the easiest and most instinctive
microwave with 4 simple buttons that allow you to Microwave, Defrost, Start
and Stop/Cancel. No complicated auto cook menus or power levels.
•To microwave simply press the Microwave button until your required
time is reached; the time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes and it
then increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. Press the start button and
microwave will then start to cook at the full power.
•To defrost simply press the Defrost button until your required time is
reached; the time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes and it then
increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. Press the start button and the
microwave will then start to defrost at 35% power.
•To stop the cooking circle simply press the Stop button, to cancel simply
press the Stop button for a second time.
The EASI microwave RHEM2301 from Russell Hobbs has Flatbed technology,
this removes the need for a turntable to offer a microwave with more
useable space –square plates and casserole dishes, that would not fit in a
conventional turntable microwave, to be reheated or defrosted. The flatbed
surface is easier to clean than a conventional microwave, so food debris and
moisture can be easily wiped away; the diamond cavity structure provides
improved microwave distribution by enhancing the reflection of the
microwaves inside the cavity result in improved cooking performance. This
helps to cook your food more effectively, saving time and energy; the LED
light in the cavity which is long life and durable.

ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
How do microwaves work?
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves similar to
radio waves. While radio waves may vary in length from one metre
to many kilometres, microwaves are very short (less than 12.5
centimetres.)
Microwaves do not make any heat themselves but cause water
molecules in food to vibrate.
This vibration produces heat that cooks the food. This is why your
food will come out of the microwave piping hot, when your utensils
inside the oven stay much cooler. The microwaves do not stay in the
air or in the food when you open the microwave oven door.
The microwave oven will work using an ordinary household
electrical socket. Inside the microwave oven is the magnetron,
which turns the electrical energy into microwaves.
Microwaves cannot travel through metal, so the inside of the oven
is lined with metal. The door is lined with a fine metal mesh which
stops microwaves getting through. This means that when the
microwave oven door is shut, there is no possibility that
microwaves can be released.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Rated Voltage 230-240V~/50Hz
Rated Output Power (Microwave) 750-800W
Oven Capacity 23L*
Produced for:
G2S Ltd.
Wigan
WN2 4AY
*Internal volume is calculated by measuring maximum width,
depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is less.

Before you use your microwave oven
Check the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as:
●A misaligned door
●Damage to the door
●Dents or holes in the door window and screen
●Dents in the inside
If you can see any damage do not use the oven, please contact
Customer Service at http://mda.russellhobbs.com or call 0345
2097461.
This microwave oven weighs approximately 13.3Kg so you must put
it on a horizontal surface that is strong enough to support this
weight.
The oven must be placed away from high temperatures and steam.
Do not put anything on the top of the microwave oven.
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. Safety interlock latches
2. Door assembly and window
3. Oven cavity
4. Microwave top
5. Screen display
6. Control panel –touch buttons
7. Flatbed
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
•Place the oven as far away from radios and televisions as
possible. Using the oven may cause interference with the
reception.
•Plug theoven into a suitable 13 amp mains socket, make
sure the voltage is the same as on the rating label (do not use
extension cables or mains socket adaptors.)
•The microwave oven should be used freestanding only and must
not be built-in or used in a cabinet.
•Select a level surface that provides enough space for the outlet
vents.

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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
DO NOT obstruct
the ventilation
from themicrowave
30cm
7.5cm 20cm
7.5cm
Min85cm
WARNING:
DO NOT install the oven over a cooker or other heat or steam
producing appliance as this will damage the microwave oven.
The minimum installation height is 85cm.
Aminimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between theoven and
any adjacent walls. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cmabovethe
oven.

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CONTROLPANEL
Screen Display
Cooking time and action
indicators are displayed.
Microwave To microwave simply
press the Microwave button until
your required time is reached;
the time increases by 30 seconds
until 5 minutes and it then
increases by 1 minute until 60
minutes. Press the start button
and the microwave will then start
to cook at the full power.
Defrost To defrost simply press
the Defrost button until your
required time is reached; the
time increases by 30 seconds
until 5 minutes and it then
increases by 1 minute until 60
minutes. Press the start button
and the microwave will then start
to defrost at 35% power.
Stop/Cancel To stop the cooking
circle simple press the stop
button, to cancel simply press it
for a second time.
Start To start the cooking circle
press the start button.

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HOWTOUSETHEMICROWAVE
Microwave cooking
Once you have correctly installed the unit, turned on the power,
you are ready to start cooking.
Your EASI microwave will always cook on full power which makes
cooking much easier for you.
1. Press the ‘Microwave’ button once, and the display window
will show the cooking time ‘’0:30’’.
2. Keep pressing the ‘Microwave’ button until your required
time is reached. The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.
3. Press ‘Start’ to start the cooking at full power. The microwave
will sound once and the cooking time will start to count down.
Note: the cooking time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes
and it then increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. During the
programme, simply press the ‘Microwave’ button to add 30
seconds or more.

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HOWTOUSETHEMICROWAVE
Defrost function
Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking
process.
Your EASI microwave defrost by time at 35% power.
The microwave generally penetrates 4cm into most foods.
For even defrosting results, ensure you turn the food over during
the cycle.
Defrosting generally takes longer than the cooking time of food.
Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible, do not
put it back in the fridge or freeze again.
1. Press the ‘Defrost’ button – the defrost time of ‘0:30’ will be
displayed.
2. Press the ‘Defrost’button until you reach the desired time.
3. To commence defrosting, press the ‘‘Start’ button.
4. Remember to turn over the food half way through the
defrosting cycle. Open the door and turn over the food.
5. Close the door and press the ‘Start’ button to continue
defrosting.
Note: the defrosting time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes
and it then increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. During the
programme, simply press the ‘Defrost’ button to add 30 seconds
or more.

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HOWTOUSETHEMICROWAVE
General information
•The microwave will sound once when buttons are pressed
each time.
•The ‘Start’ button must be pressed again to continue
cooking if the door is opened during a cooking cycle.
•Once the cooking programme has been set, if the ‘Start’
button is not pressed within 1 minute, the setting will be
cancelled.
•The buttons will ‘beep’ if they are pressed correctly, if not
pressed correctly they will not ‘beep’.
•The buzzer will sound five times to remind you when
cooking is finished. If the door is not opened within 2
minutes, the buzzer will ring once every 2 minutes to
remind you. If there is no operation after 10 minutes, the
microwave will stop making sound.
•During cooking programme, if the ‘Stop/Cancel’ button is
pressed for 3 seconds and no operations within 10 minutes,
the screen display will disappear. You can turn on the
screen by pressing any buttons.