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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