Salton 30PX98-F User manual

Instruction Booklet
Model: 30PX98-F
Advanced cooking inverter technology gives you true power
control for more even cooking. Inverter technology varies the
microwave energy to cook at a constant steady temperature.
No more brown overcooked or burnt edges.
microwave oven
1.2 cu.ft.capacity

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
WARNING! – To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” in the section below.
8. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together
when closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or
detergents appliedwith a sponge or soft cloth.
4. Install or locate this appliance
only in accordance with the provided installation instructions
in the “INSTALLATION” section.
5. DO NOT cover or block any openings on this appliance.
6. DO NOT store or use this appliance outdoors.DO NOT use
this product near water, for example, near a kitchen sink, in
a wet basement, or near a swimming pool or similar locations.
7. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. DO NOT use corrosive chemicals or vapors in
this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to
heat, cook or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating
or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in
radiation leaks.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a
properly grounded outlet. See the “GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS” section.
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9. DO NOT allow children to use this appliance, unless closely
supervised by an adult.
10. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
11. DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water.
12. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
13. DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
14. This appliance should only be serviced by qualified service
personnel. See the Warranty section or contact the your nearest
service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
15. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers,
for example, closed glass jars, may explode and should not be
heated in this oven.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. DO NOT overcook food.
b. DO NOT leave the microwave unattended if paper, plastic
or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to
facilitate cooking.
c. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before
placing bag in oven.
17. If materials inside the oven should ignite,
a. Keep oven door CLOSED
b. Turn oven off
c. Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel
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.
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19. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS OVER WITH:
20. Make sure the utensils do not touch the interior walls during
cooking.
21. Any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
may cause injuries to persons.
22. The lamp of microwave oven is not intended for other
purposes.
23. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means
of an external timer or separate remote –control system.
24. 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 performed by children unless
they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and
its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
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.
a) Object caught in door.
b) Door that does not close properly.
c) Damaged door hinge, latch or sealing surface.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY
BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOONOR OTHER UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
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25. 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2. DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in
the oven.
3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the
oven. Or usenewspaper or paper bags for cooking.
4. DO NOT hit or strike the Control Panel. Damage to the
controls may occur.
5. DO NOT use recycled paper products unless the paper
product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use. Recycled
paper product may contain impurities which may cause arcing.
6. DO NOT use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave
paper products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not
in use.
1. DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy
will reflect continuously throughout the oven causing overheating
and damage if food or water is not present to absorb energy.
WARNING! TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE
26. A steam cleaner is not to be used.
27. This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
28. The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
Household use only
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GLASS TURNTABLE
7. DO NOT use this microwave oven to heat corrosive
chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapors from
such corrosive chemicals may interact with the contact and
springs of the safety interlock switches thereby rendering them
inoperable.
9. Some Styrofoam trays (like those that meat is
packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded on the
bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the
oven or ignite a paper towel.
10. Keep the waveguide cover (Mica Sheet) 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 the oven is used again.
11. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control
the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating and fire.
8. DO NOT leave the microwave unattended when paper,
plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
1. DO NOT cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, cause
injury or damage to the oven. Always place food in a microwave
safe dish.
2. DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Turntable in
place. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result.
Verify that the Glass Turntable is properly engaged and rotating
by observing its rotation when you press Start.
3. Use the Glass Turntable specifically designed for this oven.
DO NOT substitute any other glass tray.
4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or
placing in water.
12. This appliance is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – Improper use of grounding can result in a risk
of electric shock. DO NOT cut or remove the third (ground)
prong from the power cord under any circumstances.
1. DO NOT attempt to operate this oven with the door open as
open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave
energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety
interlocks.
2. DO NOT place any object between the oven front face and
the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
3. DO NOT operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door closes properly and that there is
no damage to the following:
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone
except properly qualified service personnel.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical
short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet
that is properly installed and grounded. It is recommended that
a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided.
a. door (bent)
b. hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
c. door seals and sealing surfaces.
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Using an Adapter
Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug. However, if you choose to use an
adapter, where local codes may permit, a temporary connection
may be made to a properly grounded two prong wall outlet by the
use of a cUL/CSA listed adapter, which is available at most
hardware stores.
GENERAL USE
Arcing
1.Metal or foil touching the side of the microwave
2.Upturned edges of foil not wrapped around the food
3.Metals in the microwave such as twist ties,meat pins or metal
rimmed dishes
4.Recycled paper towels
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. If you see
arcing,press the Stop/Clear keypad immediately and correct the
problem.Arcing is caused by the following:
A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer
cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if
care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used,
the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension
cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The longer cord
should be arranged so it does not drape over the table top or
counter when children can pull on it or trip over it.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as
to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability
for damage to the appliance or personal injury resulting from
failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.
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Guidelines and safety tips for microwave cooking:
1. DO NOT use sealed jars or narrow neck bottles for cooking
or reheating.They may shatter.
2. Remove plastic store wrap before cooking or defrosting
foods in the oven.
3. Avoid inserting nails, wire, etc. through any holes in the unit
during operation. Never insert a wire, nail or any other metal
objects through the holes on the cavity or any other holes or
gaps, because such objects may cause electric shock and
microwave leakage.
4. Remove the wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or
plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.
5. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be
stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked
before serving in order to avoid burns. Baby bottles fitted with
a screw cap or teat are considered to be sealed containers.
6. Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat
transferred from the heated food. Potholders may be needed
to handle the utensil.
7. Use only thermometers that are specifically designed for use
in microwave ovens.
8. DO NOT operate any heating or cooking appliances beneath
this appliance.
9. The glass tray and roller ring must be in place when you
operate the oven.
10. NEVER use your microwave oven for HOME CANNING.
The oven is not designed to permit proper canning. Improperly
canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
11. Cooking times given in the cooking guide are approximate.
Factors that may affect cooking are starting temperature,
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altitude, volume, size and shape of food and utensils used. As
you become familiar with the oven,you will be able to adjust for
these factors.
12. DO NOT overcook food. If food is undercooked, it can
always be returned to the oven for further cooking. If food is
overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with minimum
cooking times.
14. DO NOT boil eggs in their shell. Pressure may build up
and the eggs may explode.
15. Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole acorn squash and
sausage are some examples of food with NONPOROUS
SKINS. These must be pierced before cooking to prevent
bursting.
16. POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper.
Microwave popping corn produces a lower yield than conventional
popping. DO NOT use oven for popcorn unless popped in a
microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless it’s commercially
packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens.
DO NOT use oil unless specified by the manufacturer.
Slowly open the microwave corn popper dish cover or the
microwave popcorn package so that escaping steam is away
from your face.
17. HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if not mixed with air. DO
NOT heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring.
18. DO NOT attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments
or repairs to oven door, control panel or any other part of the
oven. DO NOT remove outer casing from oven.
13. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content
can burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
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19. Pot Holders should always be used when removing items
from the oven.Heat is transferred from hot food to the cooking
container and from the container to the Glass Tray. The Glass
Tray can also be very hot after removing the cooking container
from the oven.
Tightly closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should
be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking.
See the instructions below on “Utensils for use in the microwave”
and “Utensils to avoid in the microwave”. When in doubt if a utensil
is safe for microwave use, you can test the utensil in question by
following using the procedure below.
UTENSILS
Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup(250ml) of cold water
along with the utensil in question. Cook on maximum power for
1 minute. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm,
do not use it for microwave cooking.
To avoid arcing(see the General Use section) and other hazards,
use the recommended utensils in the “Utensils for use in the
microwave” section below.
CAUTION:
Personal Injury Hazard
Utensil Test:
Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
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Aluminum foil
Browning dish
stoneware
Glassware
Paper plates/cups
Oven cooking bags
Use for shielding only. Small smooth pieces canbe used to cover
thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arching* can
occur if foil istoo close to oven walls. The foil should be at least
1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops or
packages. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
Use microwave safe only. DO NOT use cracked or
chipped dishes. Never use dishes with metal trim.
Microwave safe only. Follow manufacturer’s
instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. DO NOT close
with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short-term cooking/warming only.
DO NOT leave oven unattended while cooking.
DO NOT use recycled paper as them may contain
metal and can catch fire.
Ceramic porcelain
Plastic
Paper towels
Parchment paper
Thermometers
Plastic wrap
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Microwave-safe only.(meat and candy thermometers)
Use to cover food to prevent splattering and
retain moisture.
Only use plastic marked microwave-safe.
Other plastics may soften as the food inside gas
hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or vented.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during
cooking to retain moisture. Leave a small opening
for steam to escape. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to
touch food.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat.
Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.
DO NOT use recycled paper towels as they may
contain metal and can catch fire.
●Recycled paper products
●Non-heat resistant glass
●Dishes with metallic trim
●Metal or aluminum pans/bakeware,utensils
●Brown paper bags
●Non-microwave-safe plastics, such as
Margarine tubs
●Wood
●Metal twist-ties
●Glass jars and bottles
●Styrofoam plates and cups
●Brown paper bags
●Food storage bags
Wax paper
Utensils for Use in the Microwave
Utensils to AVOID in the Microwave
DO NOT use the following materials in the microwave:
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6. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the distance from the back of
microwave to the wall should be at least 10 cm (4"), the side to
the wall should be at least 5 cm (2"), the free distance above the
top surface at least 20 cm (8"), the distance of the microwave to
the ground should be at least 85cm (34").
INSTALLATION
2. Examine the oven for any damage after unpacking. Check
for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dents
in the cavity. DO NOT install if there is any damage.
3. Place the microwave as far away as possible from radios
and televisions.The microwave oven may cause interference
with these products.
4. DO NOT install the oven over a range cook-top or other
heat-producing appliances or near water taps. Heat and water
can damage the microwave and void the warranty.
5. Plug the microwave oven into a standard household grounded
outlet.Check the rating label of the microwave to ensure the
voltage and frequency are compatible with the rating of the
outlet. See the "Grounding Instructions"section on page 5.
1. Remove all packing materials and accessories. Remove any
protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface
and on the Control Panel.IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove the
Waveguide (Mica Cover) on the inside of the oven cavity, this
is to protect the magnetron.
7. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is
accessible, and must ensure good connection with the wall outlet
to avoid electric shock.
8. The microwave oven must not be placed in a cabinet. The
microwave oven is intended to be used freestanding.
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5.Allow the Turntable to cool, remove and wash in warm, soapy
water or in the dishwasher. NOTE: Do not put the hot Turntable
directly in water immediately after cooking as it may crack.
6.Remove the Roller Ring and wash in warm soapy water.
Let dry before reinstalling in the oven.
7.Food splatters or spilled liquids in the oven cavity should be
cleaned after each use. Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use any
sprays or other harsh cleaners. If food has adhered to the oven
walls, heat up to two cups of water with lemon juice at high power
of 4 minutes or until boiling. Let stand in the microwave for
3 minutes. Wipe out the oven cavity with a damp cloth.
CLEANING
MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits
removed.
1. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet before
cleaning. NEVER immerse the appliance in water or other
liquids when cleaning.
2. 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
3. Never use harsh detergents, gasoline, abrasive cleansers or
a metal brush to clean any part of the appliance.
4. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
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8.The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth.
To prevent damage tp the operating parts inside the oven,
water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
9.Wipe the glass door on both sides with a damp cloth to remove
any splatters.
10.Wipe the Control Panel with a soft damp cloth. Do not allow
the Control Panel to become wet. NOTE: When cleaning the
Control Panel leave the oven door open to prevent oven from
accidentally turning on or activate the Child Lock.
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Waveguide cover
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BEVERAGE
POWER TIME DEFROST
BYTIME
DEFROST
BYWEIGHTTIMER
CLOCK
STOP/
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CLEAR / PAU
START
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ADD
30SEC
KITCHEN
COOK
FROZEN
DINNER
POTATO POPCORN
REHEAT
PIZZA
EXPRESSCOOK
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1) Cabinet
2) Oven Window
3) Turntable Assembly
a) Turntable Drive Shaft
b) Roller Ring
c) Glass Tray
4) Waveguide/Mica Cover
(Do not remove)
5) Door Safety Lock System
6) Oven Light
7) Air Vent
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8) Control Pannel
a. Display
show cooking time, power
and current time
b. Preset-programs
Instant settings to cook 6
popular foods
c. Power
To set power level
d. Defrost by Time
e. Time Cook
Cook foods by time
f. Kitchen Timer
g. Defrost by Weight
h. 1-6 Express Cook touch
keypads
k. STOP/CLEAR
l. START/PAUSE
i. Clock Set
j. Add 30 Sec
Clear
Touch to start or stop cooking.
all previous settings before cooking; or go back to
standby mode during cooking.
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POWER TIME DEFROST
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DEFROST
BY WEIGHTTIMER
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STOP /
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CLEAR START / PAUSE
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REHEAT
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2. START/PAUSE
Touch to start or pause cooking.
Touch to stop cooking or clear the program.
3. NUMBER KEYPADS (0-9)
Touch to set the cooking time.
4. SETTING THE CLOCK
1) Touch CLOCK once (for 12 hour clock) or twice (for 24
hour).
2) Use the number keypads to enter correct time.
3) Touch CLOCK again.
Note:
This is a 12 or 24 hour clock. During the cooking program, the
current time can be seen by touching the CLOCK keypad.
5. SETTING THE KITCHEN TIMER
This function can be used alone or while in the process of
cooking.
1) Touch KITCHEN TIMER keypad once.
2) Enter the amount of time you want to count down by
touching the number keypads.
3) Touch START/PAUSE keypad to start.
Note:
1) The maximum time you can enter is 99 minutes and 99
seconds.
2) Time count down can be seen in display for 5 seconds by
touching KITCHEN TIMER, and it can be cancelled by
touching the STOP/CLEAR keypad during this 5 seconds.
1. STOP/CLEAR
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6. EXPRESS
Program will start immediately after touching the number keypad
(1-6).
Suppose you want to set the quick cooking in 6 minutes.
1) Touch number keypad 6.
2) 6:00 can be seen on display.
3) The program starts automatically.
Touch number keypad
Time minutes
1 1 minute
2 2 minutes
3 3 minutes
4 4 minutes
5 5 minutes
6 6 minutes
7. ADD 30 SEC.
Touch to set cooking time to add 30 seconds each.
1) Touch once and cooking will start immediately for 30
seconds. Touching this button repeatedly with add 30
seconds each time.
2) During the TIME COOK and TIME DEFROST, you can add
30 seconds for each push.
8. TIME COOK
1) Touch TIME COOK keypad.
2) Touch number keypad to enter desired cooking time.
The maximum number can be entered is 99 min.99 sec.
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3) Touch POWER keypad.
4) Use the number keypads to entert the power level as shown in
the table below.
* Touch the POWER keypad one for power level 10 - 100% power.
NUMBER Display POWER
1,0* 100P 100%
9 90P 90%
8 80P 80%
7 70P 70%
6 60P 60%
5 50P 50%
4 40P 40%
3 30P 30%
2 20P 20%
1 10P 10%
5) Touch START/PAUSE keypad.
9. SETTING “DEFROST BY TIME”
1) Touch DEFROST BY TIME keypad.
2) Enter desired defrosting time by touching number
keypads.
The longest time you can set is 99 min. 99 sec.
3) Touch START/PAUSE keypad.
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10. SETTING “DEFROST BY WEIGHT”
1) Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT keypad.
2) Use the number keypad .”BL“poundsnithgiewdoofretneot
3) When the “OZ” icon flashes, use the number keypad to enter
food weight in ounces.
4) Touch START/PAUSE keypad.
Note:
The maximum weight is 5 LB. 16 OZ. During the defrosting
program, the microwave will beep to remind the user to turn food
over. Press the START/PAUSE keypad to resume the defrosting.
11. ONE-TOUCH COOK
For the following menus, you do not need to input cooking
power and time. Follow the steps below.
Steps:
1) Place food into oven and close the door.
2) Touch the correct auto menu keypad to select the weight
or the amount.
3) Touch START/PAUSE keypad.
Code Food Note
1 Potato
The result when using auto cook depends on
factors such as the shape and size of food
or your personal preference of the doneness
of certain foods.
2 Popcorn
3 Pizza
4 Beverage
5 Frozen dinner
6 Reheat
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