Russell Hobbs RHM1721 User manual

Model Number:
RHM1721 (B) (S)
Compact Manual Microwave
User Guide
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
10-11
PRODUCT INFORMATION
12
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
13
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
15-16
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
17-18
CONTROL PANEL
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE
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COOKING TIPS
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CLEANING THE MICROWAVE
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PROBLEM SOLVING
23-26
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES
27
SPARE PARTS
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
29-30
NOTES
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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,
especially if liquid is left under the turntable, could lead
to deterioration of the surface that will adverselyaffect
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.
•Always have the glass tray and turntable support in
place when using the microwave oven.
•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:
•When using the grill rack and baking tray, be aware that
these will become HOT during cooking as they aren’t
heatproof. Please use suitable oven gloves when
removing these.
•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:
•On the right hand wall of the cavity is the wave
guide cover, microwaves are passed through this to
enable your food to cook. It is important that this
wave guide cover is kept clean at all times. To do
this wipe with mild detergent and water, then dry.
•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 remove theglass turntable to clean it, wash
it in warm soapy water or a dishwasher. Regularly
clean the turntable support and oven floor. Simply
wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild
detergent and water, then dry. You can wash the
turntable support in mild soapy water.

ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
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Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs microwave oven.
The Russell Hobbs RHM1721 has been designed with style and
practicality in mind. This attractive appliance is simple and easy to
use with its 700 watts of microwave power, providing you quick and
convenient cooking in your home. With two simple control dials,
you simply set your desired power level & time, and the microwave
cooks your food to perfection.
The Russell Hobbs RHM1721 has a 17 litre cavity capacity, which
comfortably fits a standard dinner plate and the glass turn-table is
removable for easy cleaning, and is dishwasher safe.
Additional features of the RHM1721 Russell Hobbs microwave
include 5 microwave power levels to choose from, so you can
ensure all your food is cooked to the perfect temperature. It also
has a useful defrost setting, so your frozen foods can be defrosted
quick and easy.
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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 (Microwave) 1200W
Rated Output Power (Microwave) 700W
Oven Capacity (litres) 17*
Produced for:
G2S Limited.
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
1. Remove all the packaging. Do not remove the large piece of mica
board from the right hand side of the cavity wall (Refer to the below
image). This is called a wave-guide cover and allows the microwaves
to pass through to cook the food.
Please ensure you keep this cover clean at all times by wiping with
a damp cloth. Do not remove/place in a dishwasher.
2. 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 must be put on a horizontal surface that is
strong enough to support its 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. Wave guide cover (do
not remove)
5. Control panel -dials
6. Turntable coupling
7. Roller ring
8. Glass turntable
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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 7.5cm
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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STEP 1) The turntable coupling should slot into the centre of microwave
STEP 2) T he turntable ring slots into the indents in the microwave base
STEP 3) The glass tray should align with the turntable coupling
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TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
•Before first use, check that any securing tape and all packaging
has been removed from the glass tray and turntable ring
assembly.
•These parts must never be restricted from rotating.
•Never place the glass tray upside down.
•To assemble the turntable, follow the steps below in number
order.

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TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
The glass tray, turntable ring, and turntable coupling assembly
must always be used during cooking (as shown below).
•Do not place the food directly onto the glass tray, always place
on or in suitable microwaveable cookware.
Please check that crockery is microwave safe before using.
•If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly has been
damaged in any way, contact Product Care using the below:
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CONTROLPANEL
POWER DIAL
There are 6 power levels including a
defrost function, 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 packaging
when selecting a setting.
To defrost food, set the arrow on the dial
to ‘DEFROST’.
TIME DIAL
Turn the dial clockwise to increase the
time set. You can set your cooking time for
up to 30 minutes.
The line on the dial will indicate how many
minutes you have selected. When the
time has ran out, the microwave will
produce a ‘ping’ noise to alert you that
cooking has completed.
Important note:
To cook for less than 2 minutes, turn the
TIMER dial past 2 minutes and then
return it to the time required

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HOWTO USETHEMICROWAVE
•Put the food to be cooked or defrosted in a suitable microwave safe
container, cover the food with a suitable cover or with microwave safe
cling film (pierce the film with a fork).
•Put the container into the microwave oven and close the door.
•Choose the power level you want by turning the POWER dial.
•Choose the cooking time in minutes by turning the TIME dial. Follow the
manufacturers guidelines on the pack. The maximum time is 30 minutes.
•If you want to cook for a time less than 2 minutes, turn the TIME dial
past 2 minutes and then return it to the time required.
•As soon as the timer has been set the microwave will start to cook or
defrost the food.
•Cooking or defrosting can be interrupted at any time to stir or check the
food cooking progress, by opening the door. The microwave oven will
automatically continue the cycle with the remaining time, when the door
is closed.
•After the cooking time is finished, a bell will sound and the microwave
oven will automatically turn off.
•Allow the food to stand for 30 seconds to 1 minute and stir any liquids
before serving.
•If there is time remaining on the dial, rotate the dial back to ‘0’. The
microwave bell will sound.
WARNING: Do not use the oven when empty or for warming plates.
Always keep the oven cavity, door assembly and waveguide cover clean
POWER Equivalent Power
Low 17%
Defrost 40%
M.Low 48%
Med 66%
M.High 85%
High 100%