Russell Hobbs RHFM2001 User manual

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Microwave User Guide
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Model Number:
RHFM2001 B S

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
10-11
PRODUCT INFORMATION
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UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
13
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
14
MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
15-16
CONTROL PANEL
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE
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COOKING TIPS
25
CLEANING THE MICROWAVE
26
PROBLEM SOLVING
27-29
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES
30
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
31-32
NOTES
33-35
DISPOSAL
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CONTENTS
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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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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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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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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 microwave oven.
The Russell Hobbs RHFM2001 microwave has a sleek and stylish
contemporary design, boasting an attractive mirror door finish. As well as an
appealing look, this appliance also includes impressive functionality, with
700 watts of microwave power providing quick and convenient cooking in
your home.
The RHFM2001 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. This helps to
cook your food more effectively, saving time and energy.
Pre-programmed auto cook menus, such as pizza (reheat), fish, and popcorn,
allow you to cook all your favourite foods at the push of a button. What’s
more, there’s automatic defrost settings meaning all you have to do is input
the weight of the food, and the microwave selects the ideal defrost time,
saving you time and effort. Moreover, 5 microwave power levels enable
tailoring of your cooking experience.
Additional features include a handy digital clock and count-down timer, and
for added peace of mind, the RHFM2001 comes with a child safety lock
option.

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 Input Power 1100-1150W
Rated Output Power
(Microwave) 650-700W
Oven Capacity 19L*
*Internal volume is calculated by measuring maximum width,
depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is less.
Produced for:
G2S Limited,
Wigan
WN2 4AY

Before you use your microwave oven
Remove all packaging and 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
Product Care at www.productcare.co.uk or call 0345209
7461.
This microwave oven weighs approximately 11.6Kg 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
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1. Safety interlock latches
2. Door assembly and window
3. Oven cavity
4. Microwave top
5. Screen display
6. Control panel
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
Min 85cm
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, power, action
indicators, auto menus and
clock time are displayed.
POWER DIAL
There are 5 power levels including defrost
and reheat functions, selected using the
power control dial.
The lower the power setting, the slower
the microwave will heat the food. Make
sure you follow guidelines on the food
packaging when selecting a setting.
To defrost food, set the arrow on the dial
to ‘WEIGHT DEFROST’ or ‘TIME DEFROST’.
TIMER/WEIGHT/AUTO MENU DIAL
When you turn the dial, the display will
indicate how many minutes, how many
grams, or which auto cook menu you have
selected. When the time has ran out, the
microwave will produce a ‘ping’ noise to
alert you that cooking has completed.
Stop/Clear
Press to stop the cooking process. Press
and hold for 3 seconds to enable child
lock
Start/+30Sec./Confirm
Press this button to start the cooking
process and confirm when programming.

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Setting the clock (24 hour)
For example, if you want to set the time to 08:30 (am:)
1. Turn the upper knob to 'Clock' and the display will show '0:00’.
2. Turn the lower knob until the hour display shows '8:00'. Press the
'Start/+30Sec./Confirm' button to confirm.
3. The display will show '8:00' and the minutes will flash.
4. Set the minutes by turning the lower dial until the display shows '08:30‘.
Press the 'Start/+30Sec./Confirm' button to confirm.
The clock is now set and the colon will flash.
Note:
If the clock is not set, the clock will not function when powered.
During the process of clock setting, if you press ‘Stop/Clear’ button, or if you
don’t press the 'Start/+30Sec./Confirm‘, the oven will go back to the previous
status.
Timer
To use the timer (no microwaving will take place during this function) then
follow the below steps:
1. Turn the upper dial to 'Timer'and the display will show ‘00:00’.
2. Turn the lower dial to select the desired time.(The maximum time is 95
minutes.)
3. Press ‘Start/+30sec./Confirm’ button to confirm the time. The clock on the
display will start to down.
Note: The kitchen Timer is for use alongside other kitchen appliances. It’s an
additional function of the appliance.

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Microwave cooking
Once you have correctly installed the unit, turned on the power and set the
clock, you are ready to start cooking.
Your microwave has 5 power levels, the lowest at 10%, then 30%, 50%, 80%,
up to 100% (or full power.)
Most recipes are cooked on full power –this should be indicated on the
packaging of microwavable food.
1. To select a power level, turn the upper dial.
•When turn the upper dial to ‘High’, the screen display will show ‘P100’
(100% power)
•When turn the upper dial to ‘M.High’, the screen display will show ‘P80’
(80% power)
•When turn the upper dial to ‘Med’, the screen display will show ‘P50’
(50% power)
•When turn the upper dial to ‘M.Low’, the screen display will show ‘P30’
(30% power)
•When turn the upper dial to ‘Low’, the screen display will show ‘P10’
(10% power)
2. Once you have selected your microwave power you can turn the lower
dial to set the cooking time desired.
3. Press the ‘Start/+30Sec/Confirm’ button to commence cooking.
The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes. Do not operate the oven empty,
this can cause irreparable damage.
Reheat
1. Turn the upper dial to ‘Reheat’, the display will show ‘200’.
2. Turn the lower dial to select the food weight (g), ‘200’, ‘400’, or ‘600’ will
show in the screen display.
3. Press the ‘Start/+30Sec/Confirm’ button to commence cooking.

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Pausing cooking
If you want to pause the cooking to turn over or stir contents, simply open the
door, then close again and press the ‘‘Start/+30Sec/Confirm’ ’ button to
continue the cycle.
If you wish to stop cooking with time left on the display, take out the
contents, close the door and press the ‘Stop/Clear’ button once to clear.
When cooking has finished, the screen display will go back to the clock,
indicating that the microwave has stopped.
Quick start function
For quick and easy microwave cooking, you can press the
‘Start/+30Sec./Confirm’ button to automatically add 30 seconds of cooking
time. This can be pressed multiple times for cooking up to 95 minutes on full
power.
Note: This function does not work for weight defrost and auto menu cooking.
Defrost function
Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking process.
There are 2 defrosting methods:
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.
Defrost Setting Defrost Method
dEF1 By weight
dEF2 By time