Russell Hobbs RHM2080BR User manual

20 Litre microwave oven
User manual
Model number: RHM2080BR
Important safety instructions , please read carefully and keep them for future reference
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Contents
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About this microwave oven......................................
Unpacking your microwave oven.............................
Safety instructions....................................................
Microwave oven installation....................................
Feature diagram.......................................................
Turn table installation…………………..……………….………
Control panel...........................................................
How to use your microwave oven...........................
Timer and child safety lock…………………………………..
Cleaning and care....................................................
Important utensil information.................................
Connection to the mains supply..............................
Problem solving.………..............................................
Guarantee……………………………………….......................
Technical specification…………………………………….……
Spare parts……………………………………………………………
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About this microwave oven
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 only 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 go 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. This is why the microwave oven has been made so that it
will not work when the door is open.
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Unpacking your microwave oven
Before you use your microwave oven
1. Remove all the packaging. Do not remove the small piece of card from the right hand
side of the cavity wall. 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 time.
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
This microwave oven weighs approximately 12.5kg 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.
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Safety instructions
Do not use the oven for any reason other than preparing food, such as for drying
clothes, paper or any other non-food items, or for sterilising purposes.
➢Do not use the oven when it is empty. This could damage the oven.
➢Do not store anything in the oven, such as papers, cookbooks and so on.
➢Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes,
chicken livers, ready meals and so on without piercing them several times with a fork.
➢Never put any objects into the openings on the outer case.
➢Never remove parts from the oven such as the feet, screws and so on.
➢You should use microwave utensils only in line with these instructions.
➢Do not try to deep-fry foods in this oven.
➢Only use the accessories supplied by the manufacturer
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Safety instructions
➢Heat from the contents of a container may be transmitted to the container itself,
so please be careful when removing it from the oven. Please remember that the food
or liquid inside will be releasing some steam or will be spitting. Never cover any
container fully, always leave a gap for steam to escape.
➢Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated
food. This is especially true if plastic wrap has been covering the top and handles of
the utensil. You may need oven gloves to handle the utensil.
➢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.
➢Always test the temperature of cooked food, never eat or drink food or liquid
straight from the oven, allow it to stand for a few minutes and stir to distribute the
heat evenly.
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Safety instructions
➢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.
➢When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember that there are certain foods
(such as Christmas puddings, jam and mincemeat) which heat up very quickly.
➢When heating or cooking foods that contain a lot of fat or sugar, do not use plastic
containers.
➢Always have the glass tray and turntable support in place when using the oven.
➢Never remove parts from the oven such as the feet, screws and so on.
➢Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Put food on a suitable plate or in a bowl
before putting it in the oven.
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Safety instructions
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
➢Do not overcook food.
➢Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while you are using it and if using paper or
plastic containers check regularly to ensure they do not ignite.
➢Remove wire twist-ties from bags before putting the bag in the oven.
➢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 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.
Warning: Children should not use this microwave oven.
Warning: 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. Children should be supervised to make sure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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Safety instructions
Warning: it is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any
service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
Warning: if the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it
has been repaired by a competent person. The door seals are located around the
window on the inside of the door. These seals are not airtight, although no microwaves
can be released, it is normal for small amounts of air or steam to escape when the oven
is in use.
Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers as they are
liable to explode.
Warning: do not use the microwave when it is empty.
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Microwave oven installation
➢Select a level surface that provides enough space for the outlet vents.
➢A minimum clearance of 7.5cm is required between the oven and any
adjacent walls. One side must be open. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the
oven.
➢Place the oven as far away from radios and TV's as possible. Using the oven may
cause interference with the reception.
➢Plug the oven 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).
Warning: do not install the oven over a cooker or other heat producing appliance.
This will damage the oven.
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Warning - do not use the oven when empty or for warming plates.
Always keep the oven cavity, door assembly and waveguide cover clean
Feature Diagram
1. Door Safety Lock System
2. Oven Window
3. Turntable Ring Assembly
4. Control Panel
5. Wave Guide
6. Glass Turntable
7. Venting on the top at the
back and on the side.
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Turn table installation
➢Before first use, check that any securing tape 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.
➢Both the glass tray and turntable ring assembly
must always be used during cooking.
➢Do not place the food directly onto the glass tray,
always place on or in suitable microwaveable
cookware.
➢If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly has been
damaged in anyway, please contact the spares
helpline number detailed on the back of this
instruction manual.
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Control panel
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DISPLAY (THROUGH THE DOOR) Cooking time, power, action indicators, and clock
time are displayed.
POWER Press this button a number of times to set a cooking power level.
CLOCK Press to set the time.
WEIGHT DEFROST Press to choose the defrost function.
AUTO COOK Press this button for easy cooking menus.
TIMER Press this button to set the kitchen timer.
STOP/CANCEL Press to cancel a setting or reset the oven before setting a cooking
program. Press once to pause a cooking program and twice to cancel a cooking
program.
WEIGHT/TIME Turn to input a cooking time. Select the weight of the food you
want to cook from the Auto menu.
START (IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WEIGHT/TIME DIAL) Turn to input a cooking time.
Select the weight of the food you want to cook from the Auto menu.
DOOR The door is opened by pulling the handle.

How to use the microwave oven
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Connect the main plug 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 will beep once and
the display will show the clock symbol and ,’1:01’.
During any cooking program, to pause cooking, press the ‘Stop/Cancel’ button. To stop the cooking, press
the ‘Stop/cancel’ button again.
Setting the clock (12 or 24 hour)
Before setting a cooking program the clock needs to be set. With the oven ready for input, touch
the CLOCK button once or twice to set the digital clock in 12 or 24 hours cycle. For example, if you
want to set the time to 8:30.
1) Press the ‘Clock’ button once or twice (12 or 24hr). The display will show ‘12H’ and the clock
symbol will be displayed.
2) Turn the ‘Weight/Time’ knob clockwise until the display shows ‘8:’ the clock symbol will start
to flash.
3) Press the ‘Clock’ button. The display will show’8:00’ and the clock symbol will continue to
flash.
4) Turn the ‘Weight/Time’ knob clockwise until the display shows ‘8:30’. Press the ‘Clock’
button to confirm. The clock is now set, the ‘:’ symbol will continue to flash and the ‘Clock’
symbol will remain lit.
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Cooking
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The longest cooking time is 60 minutes.
To cook with microwave power alone, press the ‘POWER’ button a number of times to select a
cooking power level, and then use the ‘WEIGHT/TIME’ dial to set a desired cooking time. Press
the ‘START’ button in the knob to start the cooking process.
Press power button Cooking power
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For example, suppose you want to cook something for 1 minute at 60% of microwave power.
Press the ‘POWER’ button 3 times.
Turn WEIGHT/TIME dial to 1:00.
Press START button at the centre of the knob.
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Quick start cooking
This program allows you to cook food at 100% power. Place the food in a container suitable for use
with microwave ovens and put it into the microwave oven.
1. Press the 'Start' knob a number of times. The microwave oven will automatically increase the
time and start to cook your food.
2. When the food has finished cooking the oven will beep to let you know the cycle is complete.
Cooking
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Auto menus
There are 8 auto menus you can use for easy cooking. To access the menus, press the 'Auto Cook' button.
For guide lines, please see the Auto menus chart on page 17.
1. Place the food in a container suitable for use with microwave ovens, and put it into the oven.
2. Choose the 'Auto Cook' menu you want by pressing the 'Auto Cook' button. The 'Auto' symbol will be
displayed. Press the 'Auto Cook' button a number of times to choose your menu.
3. Turn the 'Weight/Time' knob to choose the weight. The display will show the weight in grams or amounts.
4. Press the 'Start' knob. The oven will now start to cook the food.
5. When the food has finished cooking the oven will beep to let you know the cycle is complete.
Please note: when using the Auto menus for weights and times, if food being cooked is between weights,
please make sure that it is cooked thoroughly. It is advisable to stir and turn food where needed to ensure
even cooking. Be sure to handle hot food with care.
Hints
Do not cook, reheat or defrost foods directly on the turntable, always put the food into a suitable microwave
container. Do not cook foods such as meat from frozen, always defrost the foods first. Where appropriate
cover dishes with microwave safe cling film and pierce, this will retain the moisture and prevent splashing
and spillages. Always loosen lids before putting into the oven.
To distribute heat evenly, stir or shake foods halfway through cooking.
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Cooking
Auto menu
Food Recommendations
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Milk/Coffee
Place the cup onto the center of the turntable. When the liquid has been
removed from the oven, leave to stand before adding sugar.
2 Rice
Place the rice into a suitable container, cover with water.
3 Pasta
Place the pasta into a suitable container, cover with boiling water.
4 Potatoes
Prick the skins and place on a suitable plate. Turn the potatoes over halfway
through the cooking time.
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Auto reheat
Straight from the refrigerator.
6 Fish
Place the fish in a suitable container and cover with microwave safe cling film
leaving a gap for the steam to escape.
7 Popcorn
Place
in a microwave proof container, and make sure it is covered. Remove
soon after the popping has stopped to avoid burning.
8 Pizza
Place the pizza
on a suitable plate.
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Weight Defrost (using the 'Weight/Time' knob)
Weight Defrost allows you to set the food weight and let the oven decide how long the food will take to
defrost. You can defrost foods between 100g and 1800g. For example, to defrost '400g' of food.
The steps are as follows:
1. Place the food in a container suitable for use with microwave ovens and put it into the microwave oven.
2. Turn the 'Weight/Time' knob clockwise, until the display shows '400g'.
The 'Auto' and 'Defrost' symbol will light up and 'Power level' symbol will flash.
3. Press the 'Start' knob. The 'Auto' and defrost symbols will stay lit and the oven will now start to defrost the
food.
Two-thirds through the defrosting time the oven will beep and pause. This is to allow you to turn over the
food for even defrosting. Turn over or rearrange the food and press the 'Weight/Time' knob to resume
defrosting. To defrost fatty meat, defrost intermittently until defrosted. Ice should be removed at all times.
4. When the food has finished cooking the oven will beep to let you know the cycle is complete