Tesco TRICITY TMC209 User manual

Instruction Manual
Convection Microwave Oven with Grill
TMC209

Cautions
$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by $
the manufacturer.
even after microwave heating has ende
$ WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions have been given so
that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
Please follow all the precautions listed below for safety understands the hazards of improper use. $The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be
and to reduce the risk of injury or electrical shock. stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before
$This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
$Read all the instructions and retain them. consumption, in order to avoid burns.
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been $Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the
appliances by a person responsible for their safety container.
$Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
$WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must
not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person. $Do not use the microwave oven for any purpose not expressly
specified in this manual. $Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to
$ WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of
person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves $When not in use, do not store utensils, food or other objects in
the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure the oven.
to microwave energy; $ If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and
$There are no user serviceable parts in your microwave oven.
keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
$Do not use the microwave oven with a damaged cord or plug or Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the product
after the appliance has malfunctioned or is damaged. Seek warranty.
expert assistance. When cooking with your oven:
$ Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
$When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye
WARNING on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
$If you use plastic film when re-heating or cooking food use only
$Do not immerse the body of the microwave oven or the film designed for microwave ovens and ensure that the film
electrical cord or plug in water or liquids. does not touch the food. If necessary, prick the film all over to
$Do not place the microwave oven on or near a hot gas or electric allow steam to escape.
burner. $Grill & microwave/grill cooking: Do not use paper or plastic
$Use the appliance on a stable heat-resistant surface. Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your
containers, or plastic film. Utensils for combination-cooking
$Never leave the microwave oven unattended when it is electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating
should be heatproof and microwave safe.
operational. plate of the appliance
$Make sure that the power cable does not touch any hot surface $Do not heat oil for frying, or try to fry food in the microwave THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
or overhang a table edge. oven. The oil could catch fire. The disconnect device for this appliance is the mains plug.
$Do not use the microwave oven outdoors. $Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers The mains plug must not be obstructed in any way and must
since they are liable to explod . remain readily removeable from the mains supply.
$Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or place objects on top of
the oven.
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, sausages and chestnuts must be peeled
or pierced thoroughly before cooking.
$Before use check that the voltage stated on the rating plate on
the rear of your microwave oven corresponds to your mains
voltage.
$The mains socket must be well earthed. Do not plug the oven $Food can burn if overcooked. If you are unsure about how long
into a mains adaptor into which other units are connected. to cook a food for, start with a short cooking time, and check the
food regularly.
$Heat-insulation (oven) gloves should be used when removing a
hot container from the oven. $Clean the inside of your microwave regularly and remove any
food deposits.
CAUTION: When Using the Convection Oven or Grill:
$Use oven gloves when inserting and removing utensils when
$Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or buttons only. Allow the grill or convection oven is on. DANGER OF BURNS.
the appliance to cool before cleaning. $When you remove utensils from the oven, place them on a
$: Do not operate the microwave oven empty. This heatproof surface, or on an insulating mat.
could cause damage to the oven. $Keep small children away from the grill and hot dishes
$Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due
to the temperatures generated.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
$Use your microwave oven only to heat food.
$Unplug the oven when not in use and before cleaning. 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.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT DISMANTLE
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Before You Start
When you are combination cooking, the container must be fully
About Your Microwave Oven Tips for good microwave cooking
heatproof as well as suitable for microwave cooking.
Microwave cooking is very quick and efficient. Microwave Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on the outside
Avoid containers which narrow at the top as these may cause the
cooking can also help preserve the minerals and vitamins in and the thinner part inside for more even cooking. Fold under the
contents to erupt when removed from the oven.
many foods. thin edges of fish fillets and other tapered foods. Where it is
Tesco stores stock a wide range of microwave containers and possible to control the shape, e.g. by tying a meat roast into a
The microwave power output of your oven is 800 watts. wraps designed for microwave ovens. Plastic films should not cylinder, more uniform results will be obtained.
Because the temperature in a microwave oven is relatively cool touch food as they may gas, melt or break down when hot and
(unlike a normal oven) you have to remember that the food can $5-6 minutes per 500 g. will cook most diced foods including
contaminate food.
be extremely hot. Always take precautions when handling meat, poultry fruit and vegetables. Seafood takes less time.
Wax paper, oven cooking bags, parchment paper and white
containers. $Different foods require different temperatures to cook
microwave paper towels are safe for microwave use. Wooden properly. Add more minutes as you drop the power.
Radio Interference:objects may catch fire - so avoid their use. $About 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven turns off
Do not use aluminium foil for microwave cooking unless the so your food will continue cooking after you've removed it.
recipe requires it. Keep foil at least 25mm away from the oven $Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven should
walls. Metal skewers, ties, etc. should be removed from food take around15 minutes in the microwave.
before cooking. $Foods such as cakes with baking powder should stand a few
NEVER place food directly on the turntable. ALWAYS use a minutes before cooking to allow the leavening agents to
suitable container. work.
$If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water.
Cooking In your Oven
Suitable and unsuitable containers: $Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking.
Your oven can carry out a number of cooking processes.
Some basic guidelines are given in the table below. $Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to
$Basic Microwave Cooking
(*Combination refers to microwave + grill and microwave + encourage even heat distribution.
$Basic Grilling
convection cooking) $Food cooks better in a dish with round or curved sides.
$Convection Cooking ( standard convection oven)
$Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food before
$Microwave/Grill combination cooking cooking, stir it in or add it later.
$Microwave/Convection combination cooking
$To ensure better distribution of heat when cooking large
In these above two processes, food is partially cooked by pieces of meat in the microwave, remove the bone, cook on
microwaves and then finished by either grilling or oven cooking. medium power for longer periods of time, rotate twice
This accelerates the cooking process whilst maintaining the during cooking .
finish and texture of traditionally cooked foods. There is also a
programme that enables you to defrost frozen food and then
combination cook it thus completing the entire cooking process
in one operation.
Preset cooking programmes $Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar
with other ingredients. Take care when cooking foods with
high sugar or fat contents as they can reach very high
temperatures.
Use heat resistant porcelain, glass or plastic containers made for
$Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies carefully as the
microwave ovens, otherwise there is a risk of shrinking, filling gets hotter than the pastry.
deforming or burning. Metal containers, or containers having
metal decoration or trim are not suitable for use with your Always follow the advice in the Safety Guide on Page 2.
microwave oven.
Operation of the microwave oven can cause interference to your
radio, TV or similar equipment. When there is interference, it may
be reduced or eliminated by taking the following measures:
$Clean the door and sealing surface of the oven.
$Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
$Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
$Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
Your oven has 10 preset programmes. Some programmes use
one cooking method, others use combination cooking.
These programmes allow you to automate the cooking of a range
of standard foods for greater convenience.
In addition to the preset cooking programmes there are four
programmes to reheat food and four defrost programmes.
$Stuffing in poultry does not have an opportunity to
completely cook, because the meat outside is heated quickly.
Stuffing for poultry should be cooked beforehand and
inserted later.
Useful Information
Cookware
Heat–Resistant Glass
Non Heat–Resistant Glass
Heat–Resistant Ceramics
Microwave–Safe Plastics
Kitchen Paper
Metal Trays / Metal Racks
Aluminium Foil
Metal Foil Containers
Microwave Grill Convection Combination*
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Installation
Getting Started
Please make sure you read all the instructions and the safety
notes carefully and that you familiarise yourself with the features
and operation of your oven before use.
Unpacking the Microwave Oven
Remove the polystyrene top packing pieces and lift out the oven.
Unpack the oven completely removing all the protective tape.
Open the oven door. In the oven compartment you should find
the turntable and rotating support ring, and the grill rack.
Unpack all these items .
Check the oven carefully, especially the door, door seals and the
locking mechanism. If any items are missing or damaged, contact
your nearest Tesco store for assistance.
If possible retain the packaging. If you dispose of the packaging,
do so having regard to recycling provisions in your area.
Unpacking and Assembly
Assembly and Placement
Place your microwave oven on a flat, level stable work surface
away from sources of cold, heat and damp.
For
Installing the Turntable PROPER USE OF THE TURNTABLE
$Open the oven door. (To open the door press the Oven $Always make sure the turntable is dry before use.
Release button firmly). $Never place food to be cooked directly on the turntable.
$Place the Turntable Support Ring in the oven $When grilling, always use the provided grill rack or a suitable
good ventilation, the rear of the oven should have a
$Lower the turntable onto the Rotor. There is a recess in the alternative. Always stand the grill rack over a heatproof
clearance of at least 10 cm from the wall, the free distance above
turntable to lock securely on the rotor. ceramic dish. This ensures that drips from the grilling food
the top should be at least 30 cm and there should be a gap of at
do not splatter onto the turntable.
least 7.5 cm at both sides.
$When convection or combination cooking always use a
suitable heatproof container.
Convection or convection/grill cooking of refrigerated food:
$Never use the turntable when it is cold. In particular do not
place the turntable in a refrigerator or freezer. Using a very
cold turntable when grilling or combination cooking could
damage the turntable irreparably.
$Close the door. Ensure it latches securely and that the oven $Before cooking refrigerated food, transfer the food from the
light goes off. container in which it is refrigerated and place the food in a
$You must always operate your microwave oven with the suitable container at or near room temperature.
The oven should be plugged directly into the wall socket and turntable assembly properly in place.
not via an adaptor or any other power sharing device.
7.5cm
30cm
10cm
Features and Controls
Oven Door
Viewing Window
Door Interlocks
Control Panel
Turntable Rotor
Support Ring
Turntable Door Release
Grill Rack
7.5cm
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Getting Started
Basic Procedures
The Control Panel
1: Press STOP Clear to clear any program.
2: Set the Microwave power level
Repeatedly press the button to select the power level.
3: Set the cooking time.
MICROWAVE/GRILL/CONVECTION/COMBINATION: Press the
relevant button to select the required process.
NUMBER KEYPAD: Enter the time: Enter the weight of food to be
cooked: Use to select an Auto Cook process.
BASIC MICROWAVE COOKING
The Display Screen
Press the Door Release to open the oven door. Place the food in
Around the perimeter of the screen there are icons. These icons,
the centre of the oven on the turntable. Close the door.
singly or in combination give you a visual indication of the
process which the oven is carrying out. Procedure: Select the microwave option: Set the microwave
power: Select the cooking time: Start the cooking process.
Method:
$Press STOP/Clear to clear any previous setting
$Press the Microwave Button one or more times to select a
microwave power. The “ “indicator on the display lights to
show the microwave function. The power level is also indicated.
$Set the cooking time with the number keys.
$Push the START/+30SEC button to start the oven.
When executing a program the digital display indicates the
amount of cooking time remaining on the program.Microwave
USING THE OVEN
SWITCHING ON
$Unwrap and uncoil the power cord fully.
$Plug the mains plug into a suitable wall socket.
$Switch the mains power on.
$Your oven is now ready to be programmed
Enter the time using the number keys.
SETTING THE CLOCK
4: Push START/+30SEC to start the oven.
When first switched on the display will indicate “0:00". You can
choose either a 12 or 24 hour clock. If you choose the 12 hour
clock, AM and PM are not indicated.
ENTERING COOKING TIMES
To enter a time of 19:30 (7:30pm)
START/+30 SEC: Press to start the oven. During cooking, press to You can enter times up to a maximum of 99 minutes and 99
$Press the Clock/Preset button:
add time in 30 sec increments. seconds. So an entry of 99 seconds will display “99" and the
Once to select a 24 hour clock
STOP/Clear: Press to stop the oven, clear or cancel a programme. cooking time will be 1min 39 sec.
(Twice selects a 12 hr clock )
Reheat: Press to choose one of four Auto-Reheat programmes. If you enter “100", the time will be recorded as 1:00 and cooking
$Enter the time directly using the number keys. time will be one minute exactly. So an entry of “99" will actually
Memory: Use to set/recall one of three user-settable cooking
set a cooking time 39 seconds longer than an entry of“100".
processes.
The maximum cooking time you can set is 100 min:39 seconds.
Clock/Preset: Press to Set the clock, set a preset cooking time. $Press the Clock/Preset button: This is indicated on the display as 99 min: 99 seconds.
During cooking, press to check the clock or preset cooking time.
The time is now set
Defrost: Press to choose one of four Auto-Defrost programmes.
Display Screen
Microwave Button
Grill Button
Combination Button
Convection Button
Number keypad
Start/+30 Sec Button
STOP/Clear Button
Reheat Button
Clock/Pre-Set Button
Defrost Button
Memory Button
Auto_Cook Selector
88 88
Microwave
AUTO
Convection
Grill
Defrost
Child Lock
Auto Cook
Temperature
in ºC
Food Weight
in g.
AUTO
COOK gML
p i: 00
AUTO
COOK gML
p i: 80
AUTO
COOK gML
p i: 50
AUTO
COOK gML
p i: 30
AUTO
COOK gML
p i:i 0
x1 x2 x3
x4 x5
Temperature
indicator
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Example: Cook food for 3minutes 30 seconds at 80 % power: Example: To grill food for 3 minutes: CAUTION:
When you use the grill, the cooking utensils and the interior of
Open the door, place the food on the turntable, Close the door. Then: the oven get very hot, much hotter than when you are using the
2: Press the Grill button “G - 1” (Grill) appears and the grill icon
oven as a regular microwave.
lights on the display..
3: Set the cooking time with the number keys. Always stir food with long handled implements, tongs, etc.
4: Push the START/+30SEC button to start the oven. Always use oven gloves when removing or placing utensils in
an oven where the grill has recently been on. When you set
utensils down on a surface make sure it is heatproof or use an
insulating mat.
Cooking starts and the clock will now count down the cooking time After use allow an extra long period for the oven to cool down
remaining on the programme. before cleaning or re-use.
During cooking the “ “ icon flashes to indicate that the
microwave is operational. During cooking the “ “ icon flashes to indicate that the grill is EXPRESS COOKING
operational.
When the cooking cycle is over: The oven will ‘beep’ five times, Express cooking is a very good way of rapidly heating small
and reset to the clock time. Half way through the cooking cycle, the oven will emit two beeps portions of food, or easily adding a small amount of cooking time
$Wait a short time and then open the door and remove the to remind you that you may need to turn the food over. to finish dishes that are slightly undercooked.
cooked food. Close the door. Open the door, turn the food with heatproof tongs and close the By pressing the repeatedly you can
During Cooking: door and press the START/+30SEC button to continue. program the oven for Express cooking at FULL (100%) microwave
$To interrupt cooking: Open the oven door or press power.
When the cooking cycle is over: The oven will ‘beep’ five times,
STOP/Clear once. and reset to the clock time. $The oven will start immediately so be prepared!
$To resume cooking: Close the door (if open); press the .Points to remember when grilling: Points to remember with the Express cooking program
START/+30SEC button. $Use a metal grill rack (supplied) so that food can drain. $Each press of the button increases the time
$To check the clock time during cooking: Press the $Do not overload the grill rack. Space the food out. in 30 second intervals up to 95 minutes (maximum).
Clock/Preset button. $Brushing the grill rack very sparingly with vegetable oil will $Express Cooking always takes place at full power.
$To add time onto a program: Press the START/+30SEC stop food adhering to it and make washing up easier. Example: To express cook food for 5 minutes
button. Each press adds 30 seconds to the cooking time. $Always stand the grill rack over a heatproof ceramic dish. This
$To cancel a program: Press STOP/Clear twice. will catch drips and help keep the oven clean.
Important note: When carrying out any procedure, if you fail to $Do not use the grill without the turntable in place. The
complete the procedure the oven will wait indefinitely for you to turntable helps the food to cook evenly.
either cancel or complete the procedure. $The grill rack has a “high” side and a “low” side. The “high” side
is for grilling very thin slices of food. Make sure that there is
sufficient clearance between the food and the grill bars and
USING THE GRILL
remember the closer to the grill bars the food id the hotter it
The grill is useful for cooking thin slices of meat, steaks, kebabs,
will get.
sausages and pieces of chicken. It is also suitable for hot
sandwiches and au gratin dishes. Grilling takes place at full power. $When removing or turning over food use heatproof tongs or
a similar implement.
The maximum time available for grilling is 100 min: 39 sec.
$When removing or inserting the provided grill rack into a hot
Always follow the guidelines on Page 4 for safe cooking. oven use a suitable heatproof implement.
1: Press STOP/Clear to clear any program.
START/+30SEC button
START/+30SEC
AUTO
COOK gML
p i: 80
Operation
Power Microwaving and Grilling
x2
p3 0
x10
3
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C: SET THE COOKING TIME AND START THE OVEN
CONVECTION COOKING AUTO DEFROST
Convection cooking allows you to use your microwave oven as a There are four Auto Defrost programmes. You can defrost food
traditional oven. We recommended you preheat the oven to the either by dialling in the weight or if the food packaging has a
cooking temperature before placing the food in the oven. microwave defrost time, you can dial in the defrost time. In
To Convection Cook without Preheating: addition there are two special Defrost programmes; one for
Always follow the guidelines on Page 4 for safe cooking. A: SET THE OVEN TEMPERATURE ground (minced) meat and one for Seafood.
Standard Convection Cooking Procedure
Defrost by Time:
Press STOP/Clear to clear any previous setting
Example 1: Auto Defrost food for 48 min.( Programme d- 1)
2: Press the Convec. Button one or more times to select a
microwave power. (Refer to the table below). The “ “ indicator B: SET THE COOKING TIME AND START THE OVEN 1Press Defrost once: The oven indicates d-1
and the temperature indicators on the display light. 2Input the Defrosting time
3: Push START/+30SEC to start preheating the oven. DO NOT 3Press the START/+30SEC button to start.
place any food in the oven at this stage!!
When the oven has reached the preset temperature the temperature COMBINATION COOKING
indicators on the display will flash. This oven has four pre-programmed settings that make it easy to
4: Press the Door Release to open the door. Using oven gloves cook automatically with various combinations of convection,
place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door. grill and microwave cooking. The combination programmes are
accessed by repeatedly pressing the Combine button as follows:
5: Input the cooking time with the timer keys. Example 2: Auto Defrost 300 g. of food . (Programme d- 2)
6: Push START/+30SEC to start the oven.
Example. Convection cook for 48:00 at 200º
A: SET THE TEMPERATURE AND PREHEAT THE OVEN
B: WHEN THE OVEN HAS PREHEATED:
Open the door. Place the food in the oven.
Close the door. Note: The maximum amount of food that can be defrosted by
weight is 2Kg. If you enter a higher amount the oven will accept
Example. Combinations cook using C–1 for 48:00 the entry but you will not be able to start the oven.
Defrosting Ground meat and Seafood (Programmes d-3 /d-4)
These programmes work exactly the same as Defrost by Weight
(Programme d-2) except that the calculations of microwave
power and/or microwave time are differently calculated for these
foods
NOTE: Where Combination cooking uses the grill (C–2, C–3 and
C–4) the oven will not indicate when the food needs turning over.
These processes should be monitored carefully and the food
adjusted as required.
1:
Operation
Convection Cooking and Defrosting
x6
x6
Oven
Temperature
150 ºC
160 ºC
170 ºC
180 ºC
190 ºC
X2
X3
X4
X5
X1
PRESSES
X6
X7
X9
X8
X10
200 ºC
210 ºC
220 ºC
230 ºC
240 ºC
Oven
Temperature
PRESSES
CONVECTION OVEN TEMPERATURE SETTING TABLE
X1
X2
X3
X4
PROGRAMME
DISPLAY
PRESSES
COMBINATION COOKING TABLE
COMBINATION PROCESSES USED
MICROWAVE GRILL CONVECTION
OVEN TEMPERATURE
The programme automatically
calculates the time required.
X2
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AUTO-COOKING REHEAT
Auto Cooking automates the cooking of common There are four Reheat menus. Each menu has further options.
basic foods. There are 10 settings. Each key on the They are all accessed in the same manner:
keypad accesses a different Auto-Cook menu.
Once set, you cannot alter or add time on to an
Auto-Cook menu.
All Auto Cook menus are set up in the same way:
2: Select an Auto Cook menu by pressing a number
key.
3: Further presses of the key will select different
amounts. (Refer to the table opposite)
4: Press the START/+30SEC button to start. The
program will automatically determine the
cooking method and time.
Example: Auto Cook 250g. of fish:
1: Press the Reheat key one or more times to select a menu.
2: Press the START/+30SEC button.
Notes:
3: Press Reheat key one or more times to select the amount..
1: Food should be at room temperature. 4: Press the START/+30SEC button to start.
2: The cake menu is a special case. This requires the Example: Reheat a “dinner plate” of food weighing 250g (h-2)
oven to preheat. Start with an empty oven.
When the oven has reached the correct
temperature (160°) it will beep twice. Open the
door, insert the cake and close the door. Press
the START/enter button to continue with the
cycle.
Coffee (h-3) can be used to heat beverages and soup
Dinner Plate (h-2) refers to the food content on a plate. Plates
must be microwave oven safe.
Rolls (h-4)can be used to reheat savoury buns etc. but they must
not contain sugar, icing etc.
1: Press STOP/ Clear to clear any program.
Operation
Auto Cooking and Reheating Menus
X2
Presses
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
One
Two
Three
Four
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
Four
One
Two
Three
One
One
Two
Three
Quantity
150 g
350 g
500 g
150 g
250 g
350 g
450 g
650 g
150 g
300 g
450 g
600 g
50 g (+ 450ml cold water)
100 g (+ 800ml cold water)
150 g (+ 1.2 l cold water)
1 (c. 230g)
2 (c. 460g)
3 (c. 690g)
200 ml
400 ml
600 ml
500 g
750 g
1000 g
1200 g
50 g
100 g
150 g
475 g
200 g
300 g
400 g
Cooking Time
3:00 min
4:30 min
6:00 min
3:00 min
4:00 min
5:30 min
7:00 min
8:30 min
2:30 min
4:00 min
5:40 min
7:30 min
18:00 min
20:00 min
22:00 min
6:00 min
8:30 min
12:00 min
2:00 min
3:30 min
5:00 min
28:00 min
32:00 min
39:00 min
45:00 min
7:00 min
7:30 sec
8:00 min
45:00 min
(+ oven warmtime)
10:30 min
12:30 min
14:00 min
Menu
Vegetable
Fish
Meat
Pasta
Potato
Soup
Roast
Bread
Cake
Pizza
Two
Three
Two
Three
Four
Five
Two
Three
Four
Two
Three
Two
Three
Two
Three
Two
Three
Four
Two
Three
Two
Three
AUTO COOK MENU TABLE
(Chicken)
Press to Select
a Reheat Menu
Auto-Reheat (h-1)
Dinner Plate (h-2)
Coffee (h-3)
Rolls (h-4)
Two
Three
Fish
Two
Four
Five
Two
Three
Pasta
Further
Presses
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
One
Two
Three
Amount
150 g
250 g
350 g
450 g
600 g
250 g
350 g
450 g
1(c. 240 ml)
2(c. 480 ml)
3(c. 720 ml)
1(c. 70 g)
2(c. 140 g)
3(c. 210 g)
Time
3:00 min
4:30 min
6:00 min
3:00 min
4:00 min
5:30 min
7:00 min
8:30 min
2:30 min
4:00 min
5:40 min
7:30 min
18:00 min
20:00 min
X1
X2
X3
X4
X2
AUTO
COOK g
X1
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Operation
Mulii-Stage and Time Delayed Cooking
Using this procedure you can set additional programs e.g.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
$Defrost grill
Your oven can be programmed for up to 3 cooking sequences.
$Defrost microwave grill
DEFROST is the logical first stage in this program.
$Defrost microwave
Suppose you want to set the following 3 stage cooking program. $Defrost convection
Defrost Microwave cooking Convection cooking $Defrost convection grill You can select any single process menu or any multi-stage menu
1. Press the Defrost key to select a Defrost programme (d-1/d-4) $Microwave convection grill for time delayed cooking as long as it .does not include a Defrost
2. Use the Number keys to input the defrost time/weight. $To do this just join the flow sequences for the various processes cycle. You cannot time delay any Defrost programme.
3. Press the Microwave key to select a microwave power level. as shown in the relevant sections of this manual.
4. Use the Number keys to input the microwave cooking time. IMPORTANT: It is possible to set
5. Press Convec. to set the convection temperature. $Multi-cooking processes that include auto cooking
6. Use the Number keys to input the convection cooking time.. $Multi-cooking processes that do not start with defrost
7: Press the START/+30SEC button to start cooking. $Multi-cookingwith grill or convection before microwaving.,
Example: Defrost 300g of food, microwave at 80% for 3 min. 30 $Multi cooking with grill before convection.
sec. and finally convection cook at 200ºC for 48 min. All such settings must not be used.
The sequence with multi-cooking process must always be
Defrost Microwave Convection Grill
The defrost cycle will start. When this has ended the oven will
beep and move on to the microwave cycle and then when this is
finished the oven will beep and move on to the final stage.
You cannot add time on to any process during multi-stage cooking.
TIME-DELAYED COOKING
The oven can be set to switch on at a pre-set time. The oven clock
needs to be set before you can carry out this procedure - see P 5.
CAUTION: Lengthy time delayed cooking should not be used
with fresh milk or perishables. Be extra careful in hot weather.
Example: The time is 7:00 PM(19:00). Set a time of 7:30 PM
(19:30) to start microwaving food for 3 min 30sec at 80%
The oven reverts to clock time.
When the programmed time arrives the oven will beep twice and
execute the programme.
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Stage 2:
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Stage 3:
Set Convection Cycle
Stage 4: Operation
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Operation
Memory and Child Lock Functions
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THE MEMORY FUNCTION SETTING THE CHILD LOCK
If there is a cooking procedure you regularly use you can store it The child lock disables all the oven functions.
in the oven memory and recall it at the press of a button. The oven To set the Child lock:
has three memory settings. $Press and hold the STOP/Clear button
You can set any valid single or two-part procedure. You cannot
store a defrost cycle or any process that has a defrost element.
Example Microwave at 80% power for 3 min 30 sec and then
grill for 3 min. Store the procedure in Memory 1.
Storage Procedure After a few seconds the oven will ‘beep’ and the ‘LOCK’ symbol will
appear in the display.
1: Press the Memory key once. (Press twice for Memory 2 and
In Child Lock mode only the clock time is displayed and all
three times for Memory 3)
controls are disabled.
2: Input the Microwave program
To remove the Child lock:
3: Input the Grill program
$Press and hold the STOP/Clear button
4 Press the Memory key once to store the procedure.
After a few seconds the oven will ‘beep’ and the ‘LOCK’ symbol will
disappear from the display. The oven controls will now operate
normally.
To recall the preset:
Press Memory once to recall the preset and then START/+30sec.
Program Memory 2 and Memory 3 using the same procedure.
The oven reverts to clock time.
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Hints for reheating food
TIPS FOR GOOD COOKING CLEANING AND CARE
$Heat leftovers and pre-cooked food to at least 70°C. Food These steps should be taken after every use.
Please read this section in conjunction with the Safety Guide on should be hot and steaming before it is served.
Page 2. $Disconnect the power supply and wait for the appliance to
$When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that the completely cool down.
$Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking to liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the pieces of
distribute the heat evenly. Mashed potato will cook more $Remove the turntable support ring and the turntable and
meat are completely heated through.
evenly and more thoroughly if lightly covered. wash then in warm soapy water.
$Clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity, and the
$ Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.
oven door with water and a mild detergent. A special
$Only defrost food in the microwave if you plan to cook the
$Do not allow plastic film to touch food as it may chemically microwave oven cleaner is not necessary. Do not use
food immediately after it has thawed. Some areas of the food
break down or melt or even catch fire and contaminate the scouring pads, or other abrasives.
may begin to cook during defrosting, which can allow
food.
$Wipe outer surfaces and control panel with a damp soft cloth.
bacteria can flourish.
$Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on the $If liquids have been splashed on the wall of the oven cavity,
$Remove the food from the wrapping, place it on a microwave
outside and the thinner part inside for more even cooking. they must be fully removed otherwise smoke may occur
safe dish. Rotate and re-arrange food during defrosting.
Fold under the thin edges of fish fillets and tapered foods. when the appliance is next used.
Where appropriate, stir the food and if possible, separate the
$6-7 minutes per 500 gr. will cook most fruit and vegetables. $If the cavity emits odours, boil a cup of water with a squeeze
food items and remove those which have already defrosted.
Seafood takes less time. of lemon juice for 5-7 min. to remove them.
Steam and Smoke
$Different foods require different temperatures to cook. Add $Dry all parts thoroughly and replace them.
$Steam is a natural product of microwave cooking. It escapes
more minutes as you drop the power.
from the vents in the top and rear of the appliance. These
$Up to 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven turns off vents should never be blocked.
so always remember that your food will continue cooking
$Steam may condense in and around the oven during cooking
after you've removed it.
and should be dried off after use.
$Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven should
$If during cooking, smoke starts to come from the oven do
take around 15 minutes in the microwave.
NOT open the oven door! Immediately switch off at the
$Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes mains, unplug the oven and wait for the smoke to completely
before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work. subside and the oven to fully cool down before removing the
$If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water. food.
$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking to $Before you use your microwave oven again, consult a service
encourage even heat distribution. technician and have the oven tested .
$Food cooks best and reheats better in a round dish or a dish Testing Your Oven
with curved sides. Place a cup of water in the oven and heat it on full power for 2
$Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food before minutes. If the water gets hot the oven is working.
cooking, stir it in or add it later.
If the oven fails to work or will not respond to commands.
$Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix sugar
Unplug the oven and inspect the plug fuse. If this is intact, leave
with other ingredients. Care should be taken when cooking
the oven for 30 minutes and then plug the oven in again. The
foods with high sugar or fat contents as they can reach very
oven should now work normally.
high temperatures.
$Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies carefully as the
filling gets hotter than the pastry.
Hints for defrosting
Further Information
Hints and Tips
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Conclusion
Tesco Stores Ltd, Delamare Road,
Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL
Warranty and Specifications
UK: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste.
e for details.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Separate disposal facilities exist, for your nearest
facilities see www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-stor
APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FISH (ON FULL POWER)
Item Weight Cooking Time StandingTime
Cod fillets 450g 2.5-3.5 minutes 4-10 minutes
Cod steaks 225g 2.5-3.5 minutes 4-10 minutes
Haddock fillets 225g 2.5-3.5 minutes 4-10 minutes
Kipper fillets 450g 2.5-3.5 minutes 4-6 minutes
Plaice fillets 225g 2.5-3.5 minutes 6-8 minutes
Trout (2 fish, gutted but whole) turn fish over half way through 3.0-4.5 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.
Is it cooked? Temperature should reach 70º C for fish. Fish should be opaque and flake easily.
APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FRESH VEGETABLES (ON FULL POWER)
Item Weight Added water Cooking Time
Aubergines (peeled and diced) 450g 30-40 ml 4.0-5.0 minutes
Broccoli (trimmed and sliced into spears) 225g 50 ml 3.0-4.0 minutes
Brussels Sprouts(peeled) 225g 50 ml 5.0-6.5 minutes
Carrots (diced) 225g 30 ml 2.5-3.5 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 6.5-8.5 minutes
Potatoes, (in 40mm pieces) 450 g 40-50 ml 5.5-6.5 minutes
Spinach (shredded) 225g None 3..0-5.0 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.
WARRANTY
Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months
from the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this
period, please contact the TESCO electrical help line on 0845
456 6767. Please have your original purchase receipt with you
when you call. This warranty in no way affects your consumer
rights.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Voltage: 230V~50Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave): 1500W
Rated Output Power(Microwave): 900W
Rated Input Power(Grill): 1400W
Rated Input Power(Convection): 2400W
Oven Capacity: 25L
Turntable Diameter: 315 mm
Net Weight: 12.8Kg
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.