Tesco MT1710 User manual

USER GUIDE
Microwave Oven
MT1710
BAKED
POTATO
BEVERAGE
/SOUP
FISH
PIZZA
REHEAT
PASTA RICE
POWER
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
CLOCK
RESET
STOP
DEFROST
BY WEIGHT
DEFROST
SPEED
START
VEGETABLE

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$When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the
oven due to the possibility of ignition.
$If you use plastic film when re-heating or cooking food use only film
designed for microwave ovens and ensure that the film does not
$Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety and to reduce touch the food. If necessary, prick the film all over to allow steam to
the risk of injury or electrical shock. escape.
$Read all the instructions and retain them.
$Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the microwave oven. The
oil could catch fire.
$Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explod .
$WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not
be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
$ WARNING: 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 even after microwave heating has ende
energy;
$Do not use the microwave oven with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek expert assistance. $The contents of feeding botties and baby food jars shall be stirred or
shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.
WARNING $Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive
boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
$Do not immerse the body of the microwave oven or the electrical cord
or plug in water or liquids.
$Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric
burner.
$Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant surface.
$Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is operational.
$Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot surface or $Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to
overhang a table edge. deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the
$Do not use the microwave oven outdoors. appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
$If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the
$Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place objects on top of the oven. door closed in order to stifle any flames.
$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer.
$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 ensure that they do not play with
the appliance
$Do not use the microwave oven for any purpose not expressly
Electrical Information
specified in this manual.
$There are no user serviceable parts in your microwave oven. $Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your electricity
Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product warranty. supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate at the rear of
When cooking with your microwave oven: the appliance.
$Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. $THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
$Use your microwave oven only to heat food.
$Before use check that the voltage stated on the rating plate on the rear
of the microwave oven corresponds to your mains voltage.
$The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not plug the oven into a
mains adaptor into which other units are connected. e If covered containers are used, the covers
should be loose. Move such containers to and from the oven with care
as food may splash and the lid may fall.
Eggs in their shells (whether raw or cooked), fruits in thick skins and
nuts in their shells should not be heated in the microwave as they may
explode d.
$Items such as potatoes and chestnuts must be peeled or pierced
thoroughly before cooking.
$Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs only. Allow the
appliance to cool before cleaning.
$: Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This could
cause damage to the oven.
$Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure about how long to cook
a food for, start with a short cooking time, and check the food
regularly. If there are microwaving instructions supplied with the food
always follow the instructions fully.
$Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any food
deposits.
$Unplug the oven when not in use and before cleaning.
RAW MEAT AND RAW MEAT PRODUCTS
$Meat and meat products should not be fully cooked from raw in a
microwave oven. Raw meat may be partially cooked in a microwave
oven but the final cooking process must be carried out by
conventional cooking processes, (i.e boiling, roasting, frying, grilling
etc) using a conventional cooker.
$When defrosting raw meat and meat products in a microwave oven
ensure the item is fully defrosted and then immediately cook the meat
using conventional cooking processes.
$Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used when removing a hot
$Always clean the oven cavity thoroughly after partially cooking or
container from the oven. defrosting raw meat.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISMANTLE
plastic can be penetrated by microwaves. Use heat resistant containers
How microwave ovens work
suitable for microwave oven use, otherwise there is a risk of shrinking,
Microwave ovens work by producing high frequency energy which deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having metal
agitates the water molecules in the food which rub together causing heat decoration or trim are not suitable. Some basic guidelines are given below:
and cooking the food. Microwave cooking is very efficient; food cooks
quicker than conventional methods. Microwave cooking can also help
preserve the minerals and vitamins in many foods. Although the
temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool the food can be
extremely hot. Always take precautions when handling containers.
Safety standards
Microwave ovens are covered by a radiation safety standard which limits Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and wraps
the amount of microwaves that can leak from an oven throughout its designed for microwave ovens.
lifetime. This is far below the level known to harm people. The standard Plastic films should not touch food as they may gas, melt or break
requires ovens to have systems that stop the production of microwaves down when hot and contaminate food.
the moment the latch is released or the door opened. No radiation Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white microwave
remains after microwave production has ceased. paper towels are safe for microwave use.
Prepackaged Foods and Containers Wooden objects may catch fire - so avoid their use.
Most packaged foods suitable for microwaving are marked with the Aluminium foil should not be used unless the recipe specifically requires its
microwave symbol and instructions for heating. Always follow the use. Metal skewers, ties, etc. should be removed from food before cooking.
guidelines when microwaving packaged foods. Avoid containers which narrow at the top as these may cause the
Generally speaking, cooking containers made from porcelain, glass and contents to erupt when removed from the oven.
Heatproof plastic Ordinary plastic
Ceramics
Microwaveable film
Metal Grilles
Metal containers
Melamine
Heat-resistant glass Ordinary glass
MT1710 Microwave Oven User Guide

Unpack all the items completely. Make sure that all the packing
Introduction materials are removed from the inside of the oven.
Thank you for purchasing this TESCO microwave oven. Please If possible retain the packaging for future use. If you dispose of
make sure you read all the instructions and the safety notes the packaging, do so with regard to all recycling provisions in
carefully and that you familiarise yourself with the features and your area.
operation of your oven before use.
WARNING: Check the oven for any damage, such as a misaligned
IMPORTANT NOTE. This microwave is for normal household use or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing surface, broken or
only. It is unsuitable for commercial use. loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on
the door.
Unpacking the Microwave Oven
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest Tesco
In the box you should find the microwave oven, glass turntable
store for assistance.
and rotating support ring.
Your Microwave Oven and Its Components
Control Panel
Viewing Window
Turntable Rotor
Door Locking
Assembly
Turntable
Support Ring
Turntable
7.5cm
30cm
OPEN
7.5cm
Preliminaries
Choose a flat stable work surface away from sources of cold, heat
and damp. For
Installing the Turntable
$Press the door release to open the door.
good ventilation, the rear and the left side should $Place the Turntable Support Ring in the oven and lower the
have a clearance of at least 7.5 cm from the wall, the right side turntable onto the ring. Move the turntable slightly with a
should be open and the free distance above the top should be at circular motion to position it on the support wheels.
least 30 cm. $ Plug the oven into the wall socket.
$You must always operate your microwave oven with the
turntable assembly properly in place
BAKED
POTATO
BEVERAGE
/SOUP
FISH
PIZZA
REHEAT
PASTA RICE
POWER
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
CLOCK
RESET
STOP
DEFROST
BY WEIGHT
DEFROST
SPEED
START
VEGETABLE
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SETTING THE MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL
GETTING STARTED
The default setting of the oven is full (100%) power. Many recipes
Plug the oven in. call for lower power settings. The oven has 10 power settings.
Switch on at the mains point. Repeatedly press the power button to cycle the power level.
The screen will display
SETTING THE CLOCK
The clock is a 12 hour clock but AM and PM are not displayed.
To enter a time of 8:30 pm
$Press the CLOCK Button
$Enter Example: Cook food at 50% power for 6min:30 Sec.
$Press RESET/STOP to clear any program.
$Wait one second $Press the POWER button Six times to set 50% power.
$Press 6+3+0 to set 6min:30sec.
$Press the CLOCK Button to confirm
$Press START/QUICK START to start the oven.
$The time is now set. You may reset the clock time whenever
you wish by following the above procedure.
Note: If you do not finish the procedure, after a few seconds the
oven will cancel the procedure and revert to the previous state.
BASIC COOKING
$Press the Door Release to open the oven door. The oven will start. The display indicates the time remaining.
$Place the food in a suitable container. Site the container When the cooking cycle is complete the oven will beep four times
centrally within the rim of the turntable. Close the door. and display the word .
$Press the POWER button to set a power level from 100%-10%. Open the door, let the food briefly rest and then remove the food.
If you do not open the door (or press any oven key) stays on
$Set a cooking time from 1 second to 99 min:99 sec.
screen and the oven periodically beeps as a reminder.
$Press the START/QUICKSTART button to start the oven.
I: MENU ACTION SCREEN: Clock, cooking time,
power, action indicators are displayed.
2: AUTO COOK BUTTONS: 8 Auto-Cook menus
3: POWER: Press this button repeatedly to choose a
power setting from full power (100%) to 10%.
4: NUMBER KEYPAD: Enter time, weight, amounts.
5: RESET/STOP: Press to stop a cooking process.
Press twice to cancel and clear a program
Use this button to set/cancel the Child Lock.
6: CLOCK: Use to set or recall the time of day. The
time of day is displayed at all times except when
the oven is operating. If there is a power failure or
the oven is unplugged, the clock must be reset.
7: DEFROST BY WEIGHT: Press this button and enter
the weight to defrost food by weight
8: START/QUICK START: Press to confirm an Auto-
Cook process. Touch to start a cooking or
defrosting program. In Quick Start mode the oven
will start at full power as soon as the button is
pressed. Further presses of the button will extend
cooking time .
9: SPEED DEFROST: Press this button and enter the
time to defrost food by time.
10: DOOR RELEASE: Press to open the oven door.
BAKED
POTATO
BEVERAGE
/SOUP
FISH
PIZZA
REHEAT
PASTA RICE
POWER
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
CLOCK
RESET
STOP
DEFROST
BY WEIGHT
DEFROST
SPEED
START
VEGETABLE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
CONTROL PANEL
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
I2 00
MENU ACTION SCREEN
Around the perimeter of the
screen there are indicators.
These indicators, singly or in
combination give you a visual
indication of the process which
the oven is carrying out.
When entering a program, the
relevant indicators light to assist
you with entering functions such
as weight, oven power level etc.
When executing a program the
digital display indicates the
a m o u n t o f c o o k i n g t i m e
remaining on the program.
When the oven is not executing a
function the Clock time displays
and the CLOCK indicator is lit.
When the Child Lock is on the
Clock time displays and the CLOCK
and LOCK indicators are lit.
CLOCK
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
I2 00
:
8 3 0
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
8 30
CLOCK
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
8 30
POWER
X1
POWER
X2 g
%
90 g
%
70
POWER
X4
g
%
60
POWER
X5
g
%
30
POWER
X7 g
%
20
POWER
X8
g
%
80
POWER
X3
g
%
50
POWER
X6
g
%
I0
POWER
X9
g
%
I 00
g
%
40
POWER
X6
RESET
STOP
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
8 30
POWER
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
50
X6
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
6 30
630
START
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
6 29
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Example : Auto Defrost 600 g of food
STOPPING THE OVEN
$Press DEFROST BY WEIGHT
Open the door to interrupt cooking.
To continue cooking, close the oven door and
press the START/QUICK START button. $Enter the weight
of the food
Press RESET/STOP: Cookingis interrupted.
$Press START/QUICK START
To continue cooking press the START/QUICK START button.. to start cooking
Pressing RESET/STOP twice will stop the oven and any cooking The programme calculates the time required.
programme will be erased.
SPEED DEFROST: in this programme, you enter the time required
to defrost the food.
QUICK START (EXPRESS) COOKING
Example: Defrost food for 25 minutes
By pressing the START/QUICK START button repeatedly you can
program the oven for Express cooking. at FULL power(100%). $Press SPEED DEFROST:
$Each press of the START/QUICK START button increases the
cooking time in 30 second intervals.
$The oven will start almost as soon you press the START/QUICK $Enter the time
START button so be prepared!!
$During the cooking cycle, you can top up the remaining time $Press START/QUICK START
to a maximum of 10 minutes by further presses of the to start cooking.
START/QUICK START button.
During Defrosting:
$Express cooking is a very good way of rapidly heating small
During defrosting the oven will beep twice as follows:
portions of food, or easily adding a small amount of cooking
time to finish dishes that are slightly undercooked.
All cooking programs can be set up with the oven $At this point you should open the door, check the food and turn
door open or closed with the exception of the Quick it over or redistribute it as necessary so that the food defrosts
Start program which requires the door to be closed. evenly. Close the door and press START/QUICK START to
If you are setting up a program when the door is continue.
open, pressing the RESET/STOP button once will $It is good practice to periodically check food during the
erase the program. defrosting process, turning it if necessary.
After Defrosting:
DEFROSTING $Open the oven door. Remove the food and check that it has
There are two auto defrosting programmes fully defrosted. If the food is partially defrosted, replace it in
the oven, select the Speed Defrost programme and add
DEFROST BY WEIGHT: in this programme, you enter the weight
sufficient time to fully defrost the food.
of the food and the oven calculates the time required to defrost.
Always ensure that food is fully defrosted before cooking.
• DEFROST BY WEIGHT: – Two-thirds of the way through the cycle.
• SPEED DEFROST: – Half way through the cycle.
RESET
STOP
START
DEFROST
BY WEIGHT
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
6 30
6
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
6 00
:
0 0
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
I6 54
START
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
6 30
:
DEFROST
SPEED
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
25 00
0 0
25
START
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
:
25 00
AUTO-COOK MENU TABLE
AUTO-COOKING
Auto Cooking is designed to automate the cooking of
commonly used basic foods. The results of auto cooking
depend the temperature of the food, its shape and size,
and personal preference. There are 8 Auto-Cook menus.
Method:
$Press RESET/STOP to clear any previous setting.
$Press the required Auto-Cook menu repeatedly to
select the weight or amount of food. Refer to the table
opposite for help.
$Press to start the oven.
$Example: Auto-Cook 400 g. of Fish by weight.
$Press RESET/STOP
$to clear any setting
$
$
START/QUICK START
Press “FISH” 4 times.
Press START/QUICK START
Note: You cannot add time to an Auto-Cook program.
FISH
X3
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
4 00
:
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
I:
6 40
START
RESET
STOP
If, after the program has ended the food is underdone, use the Basic
Cooking Procedure for a short time to complete the process.
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/SOUP
BEVERAGE
VEGETABLE
FISH
PIZZA
1 (cup) 2 (cups) 3 (cups)
1m:50sec 3m:20sec 4m:20sec
200g
5m:20sec 6m:40sec4m:0sec
300g 400g
150 g
1m:10sec
300 g
1m:40sec
450 g
2m:10sec
200 g
2m:0sec
300 g
2m:40sec
400 g
3m:20sec
MENU X1 X2 X3
NUMBER OF PRESSES
REHEAT
BAKED
POTATO*
100 g
25m:0sec
200 g
30m:0sec
300 g
35m:0sec
PASTA*
150 g
23m:0sec
300 g
26m:0sec
450 g
29m:0sec
RICE*
4 (cups)
5m:20sec
8m:0sec
500g
500 g
4m:0sec
X4
600 g
32m:0sec
600 g
4m:40sec
X5
1 c.150g
8m:0sec 12m:0sec4m:30sec
2 c.300g 3 c.450g
15m:0sec
4 c.600g
9m:20sec
600g
100 g
3m:0sec
200 g
4m:0sec
300 g
5m:0sec
400 g
6m:0sec
700 g
5m:20sec
X6
800 g
6m:0sec
X7
*Prick skins of whole potatoes
*Add sufficient water
*Add sufficient water

RESET
STOP
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
2:
8 30
RESET
STOP
ENTER
CLOCK
CODE COOK TIME
g
%
DEF LOCK
2:
8 30
revert to displaying the clock time.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
$
Adding time during Cooking
$During Express cooking you can increase the cooking time by $
repeatedly pressing the START/QUICK START button.
$You cannot add time during any other cooking programme.
$When entering a cooking time, you can enter up to 99min:99
Queries
seconds. (i.e a maximum time of 100min:39 sec.).
$During Basic cooking: press the POWER button to briefly
CHILD LOCK
display the microwave power in the current programme.
$During any cooking cycle: press the CLOCK button to briefly The Child safety lock prevents operation by small children. All
display the clock time. oven functions are disabled when the child lock is on.
$P r e s s a n d h o l d t h e
RESET/STOP button for
$Every time you press a button to give a legitimate instruction, about five seconds after
the oven will beep once. If the action is not part of the process which time a beep sounds
you will hear two short beeps and nothing will happen. and the LOCK indicator
$Before inputting any cooking process, it is good practice to appears.
press the RESET/STOP button twice to clear the oven memory.
$To cancel, press and hold the
$When setting a cooking process, if you do not confirm the RESET/STOP button until the
process by pressing the START/QUICK START button, after a beep sounds and the normal
period of time the process will be cancelled and the oven will display re- appears.
Half way through a defrost cycle the oven will beep twice to
remind you to adjust/turn the food.
The buzzer will sound four times to remind you when cooking is
finished. The word will remain indefinitely on screen until
you open the oven door or press any button.
Commands, Displays and Sounds
other ingredients. Care should be taken when cooking foods
TIPS FOR GOOD COOKING: with high sugar or fat contents as they can reach very high
$Please read this section together with the Safety Guide on temperatures.
P2. $Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies carefully as the
filling gets hotter than the pastry.
$IMPORTANT NOTE: Raw meat should never be fully cooked
in a microwave oven. You may partially cook raw meat in a Hints for reheating food
microwave provided you complete the cooking process by $Heat leftovers and pre-cooked food to at least 70°C. Food
conventional methods - i.e grilling, roasting etc. should be hot and steaming before it is served.
$Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking to $When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that the
distribute the heat evenly. Mashed potato will cook more liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the pieces of
evenly and more thoroughly if lightly covered. meat are completely heated through.
$ Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.
$Do not allow plastic film to touch food as it may chemically
$Only defrost food in the microwave if you plan to cook the
break down or melt or even catch fire and contaminate the
food immediately after it has thawed. Some areas of the food
food.
may begin to cook during defrosting, which can allow
$Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on the bacteria to flourish. Any raw meat must be fully defrosted and
outside and the thinner part inside for more even cooking. then cooked by normal cooking processes, i.e grilled, roasted,
Fold under the thin edges of fish fillets and tapered foods. etc. Do not cook defrosted raw meat in a microwave oven.
Control the shape to get more uniform results.
$Remove food from the wrapping, place it on a microwave safe
$6-7 minutes per 500 gr. will cook most fruit and vegetables. dish. Rotate and re-arrange food during defrosting. Where
Seafood takes less time. appropriate, stir the food and if possible, separate food items
$Different foods require different temperatures to cook. Add and remove those which have already defrosted.
more minutes as you drop the power.
Steam and Smoke
$Up to 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven turns off so
always remember that your food will continue cooking after $Steam is a natural product of microwave cooking. It escapes
you've removed it. from the vents in the top and rear of the appliance. These
$Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven should vents should never be blocked.
take around 15 minutes in the microwave. $Steam may condense in and around the oven during cooking
$Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes and should be dried off after use.
before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work. $If during cooking, smoke starts to come from the oven do NOT
$If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water. open the oven door! Immediately switch off at the mains,
$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to unplug the oven and wait for the smoke to completely subside
encourage even heat distribution. and the oven to fully cool down before removing the food.
$Food cooks best and reheats better in a round dish or a dish $Before you use your microwave oven again, consult a service
with curved sides. technician and have the oven tested .
$Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food before Testing Your Oven
cooking, stir it in or add it later. $Place a cup of water in the oven and heat it on full power for
$Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar with 2 minutes. If the water gets hot the oven is working.
Hints for defrosting
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APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FRESH VEGETABLES (ON FULL POWER)
Item Weight Added water Cooking Time
Aubergines (peeled and diced) 450g 30-40 ml 4.5-5.5 minutes
Broccoli (trimmed and sliced into spears) 225g 50 ml 3.5-4.5 minutes
Brussels Sprouts(peeled) 225g 50 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Carrots (diced) 225g 30 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Cauliflower (in florets) 450g 50-60 ml 7-9 minutes
Courgettes (diced or sliced) 450g 10 ml 5.5-7.5 minutes
Peas (removed from pods) 225g 40-50 ml 4.5-5.5 minutes
Potatoes, jacket ( 2, scrubbed and pierced all round) 225g None 7-9 minutes
Potatoes, (in 40mm pieces) 450 g 40-50 ml 6-7 minutes
Spinach (shredded) 225g None 3.5-5.5 minutes
The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit quantities, portion sizes and individual taste. The average cooking
time for vegetables is around 5.5 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). When adding salt, mix it with the water or add it after cooking.
To cook vegetables: Mix them with the water in a ceramic curved bottomed bowl and cover lightly. After cooking leave the vegetables to
stand for 2-3 minutes before straining (if necessary) and serving.
APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FISH (ON FULL POWER)
Item Weight Cooking Time StandingTime
Cod fillets 450g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Cod steaks 225g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Haddock fillets 225g 3-4 minutes 4-10 minutes
Kipper fillets 450g 3.4 minutes 4-6 minutes
Plaice fillets 225g 3-4 minutes 6-8 minutes
Trout (2 fish, gutted but whole) turn fish over half way through 3.5-5 minutes 4-6 minutes
The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit portion sizes and individual taste. The average cooking time for
fish is around 3.5 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). The fish should be lightly covered during the standing period.
when the appliance is next used.
TROUBLESHOOTING
$If the cavity emits odours, boil a cup of water with a squeeze of
If the oven fails to operate: lemon juice for 5-7 min. to remove them.
$Check that the oven is plugged in securely. If it is not, $Dry all parts thoroughly and replace them.
unplug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again For advice and spares contact the Tesco helpline:
securely.
$Check for a blown fuse or a tripped circuit breaker. If these WARRANTY
are intact, test the outlet with another appliance. This appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from the
$Check that the clock is set and that the child lock is off. date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period, please
$Make sure that the oven door closes fully and securely. return your complete product to a Tesco store with your proof of
$If none of the above rectifies the situation, contact the purchase. This warranty in no way affects your consumer rights.
Tesco helpline. Do not try to adjust or repair the oven SPECIFICATIONS
yourself.
Mains Supply 230V-240V AC, 50 Hz: 1200W
$CLEANING AND CARE Microwave Output 700 Watts
$These steps should be taken after every use. Dimensions 262mm(H)×452mm(W)×335mm(D)
$Disconnect the power supply and wait for the appliance to Oven Capacity 17 Litres
completely cool down. Microwave Frequency 2,450 MHz
$Remove the turntable support ring and the turntable and Net Weight: 10.5kg
wash then in warm soapy water.
$Clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity, and the
oven door with water and a mild detergent. A special UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of
microwave oven cleaner is not necessary. Do not use with household waste.
scouring pads, or other abrasives.
$Make sure that the door seals are clean, dry and e for details.
undamaged. ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical
$Wipe outer surfaces and control panel with a damp soft cloth. products should not be disposed of with household
$If liquids have been splashed on the wall of the oven cavity, waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with
they must be fully removed otherwise smoke may occur your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice
0845 456 6767
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Separate disposal facilities exist,
for your nearest facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk
or in-stor
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