Tower Hobbies T24019 User manual

T24019
800W Digital Microwave
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
*Subject to registering your Extended Guarantee online at www.towerhousewares.co.uk.

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developing and manufacturing housewares and small
appliances used by millions of households throughout the
UK and beyond. During the 1960s, the rise in popularity
of pressure cooking saw Tower become the UK’s largest
producer of pressure cookers, right through into the late
1980s. In recent years the Tower brand has been reborn with
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Contents:
Thank you for purchasing this appliance from the
Tower range.
Please read this manual carefully BEFORE using the
appliance for your own safety.
It has been designed to provide many years of
trouble-free use.
There are many benefits to using a Tower Microwave:
• With a large, 20 litre capacity you can cook quick
and easy meals for the whole family.
• Features a child safety lock.
• The 95 minute timer allows for easy time control
and adjustments.
• The Microwave has 6 different power levels, simply
adjusted to suit a variety of functions.
1. Specifications
Components and
structure
2. Technical data
3. Important Safety
Information
4. Before First Use
5. Using your
Appliance
6. Troubleshooting
7. Servicing Safeguards
8. Recycling
9. Cleaning & Care
10. Wiring Safety
11. Warranty Information
12. Your Receipt
See back page for Customer
Service Information.

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This box contains:
Instruction Manual
Microwave Oven
Roller Ring
Glass Turntable
1. Oven Window
2. Roller Ring (inside)
3. Glass Turntable
(inside)
4. Door Handle
5. Control Panel
1 - Specifications:
Structure of your appliance:
1 2 3 4 5

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Description: Digital Microwave Oven
Model: T24019
Rated Voltage: 230-240V
Frequency: 50Hz
Input Power: 1200W
Output Power: 800W
Microwave Frequency: 2450Mhz
Documentation
We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in
accordance with the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact With Food
(LFGB section 30 & 31).
RK Wholesale LTD Quality Assurance, United Kingdom.
2 - Technical Data:
Should you encounter problems or require a replacement part, contact the Tower
Customer Support Team: [phone].
Some spare parts may be ordered from the Tower website.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts.
Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk
Guarantee for spare parts:
The spares and accessories are guaranteed for 1 year from date of purchase.
The main body and housing are guaranteed for the extended free warranty subject
to registration.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must
be returned to the place of purchase within 12 months from the date of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.

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Please read these notes carefully BEFORE using your
Tower appliance
3 - Important Safety Information:
• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the
appliance immediately
and seek advice from
the manufacturer,
its service agent or
a similarly qualified
person.
• DO NOT let the cord
hang over the edge of a
table or counter, or let it
come into contact with
any hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use any
extension cord with this
appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug
out by the cord as this
may damage the plug
and/or the cable.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or
before cleaning.
• Switch off and
unplug before fitting
or removing tools/
attachments, after use
and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children.
• Children should not
play with the appliance.
• 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.

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• Cleaning and user
maintenance should
not be undertaken
by children without
supervision.
• Take care when any
appliance is used near
pets.
• DO NOT use this
product for anything
other than its intended
use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
CAUTIONS
• DO NOT operate the
microwave with the
door open, due to
the safety interlocks
built into the door
mechanism. It is
important not to
tamper with the safety
interlocks (safety
interlocks automatically
switch off any cooking
activity when the
door is opened). This
could result in harmful
exposure to excessive
microwave energy.
• DO NOT place any
object (such as kitchen
towels, napkins, etc.)
between the microwave
front face and the door,
or allow food or cleaner
residue to accumulate
on sealing surfaces.
• DO NOT operate
the microwave if
it is damaged. It is
particularly important
that the microwave
door closes properly
and that there is no
damage to its door
hinges, latches, door
seals and sealing
surfaces.
• Please ensure cooking
times are correctly
set. Small amounts of
food require shorter
cooking or heating
time. Over cooking
may result in the food
catching on fire and
subsequent damage
to the microwave.
When heating liquids,
e.g. soups, sauces
and beverages in
your microwave,
avoid using straight

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sided containers with
narrow necks. Stir the
liquid before placing
the container in the
microwave and again
halfway through the
heating time. After
heating, let it stand,
stir or shake it again
carefully and check
the temperature of it
before consuming to
avoid burns (especially,
contents of feeding
bottles and baby food
jars).
• An exhaust outlet is
located on the top,
bottom or side of the
microwave. Don’t block
the outlet. It could
result in damage to
your microwave and
poor cooking results.
• DO NOT operate the
microwave when
empty. It is best to
leave a glass of water
in the microwave when
not in use. The water
will safely absorb all
microwave energy
if the microwave is
accidentally started.
• Improper use could
result in damage to the
microwave.
• DO NOT use wooden
containers and ceramic
containers that have
metallic (e.g. gold or
silver) inlays. Always
remove metal twist ties.
Check that the utensils
are suitable for use in
the microwave before
use. They may heat up
and char. Metal objects
in particular may arc in
the microwave, which
can cause serious
damage.
• DO NOT rinse the glass
turntable by placing
it in water just after
cooking. This may cause
breakage or damage.
• Before cooking pierce
the skin of potatoes,
apples or any such fruit
or vegetables. They
could burst.
• DO NOT cook eggs in
their shell. Eggs in their
shell and whole hard-
boiled eggs should
not be heated in the
microwave since they
may explode, even after
microwave heating has
ended. Pressure will
build up inside the egg
which will burst.

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• DO NOT attempt
deep fat frying in your
microwave. This could
result in a sudden boil
over of hot liquid.
• If smoke is observed,
switch off or disconnect
the microwave from the
power supply and keep
the microwave door
closed in order to stifle
any flames. It can cause
serious damage, such
as fire or electric shock.
• When food is heated or
cooked in disposable
containers made of
plastic, paper or other
combustible materials,
keep an eye on the
microwave and check it
frequently.
• The microwave should
be cleaned regularly
and any food deposits
should be removed.
Failure to maintain the
microwave in a clean
condition could lead
to deterioration of the
surface. This could
adversely affect the
life of the appliance
and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
• Follow exact directions
given by each
manufacturer for their
popcorn product. DO
NOT leave the oven
unattended while
corn is being popped.
If corn fails to pop
after the suggested
times, discontinue
cooking. Never use a
brown paper bag for
popping corn. Never
attempt to pop leftover
kernels. Overcooking
could result in the corn
catching fire.
• DO NOT use harsh
abrasives cleaners or
sharp metal scrapers
to clean the microwave
door glass. They can
scratch the surface,
which may result in the
glass shattering.
• After cooking, the
container is very hot.
Use gloves to take
out the food and
avoid steam burns by
directing steam away
from the face and
hands.

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• This appliance is
intended to be used in
household and similar
applications such as:
• staff kitchen areas in
shops. Oces
and other working
environments.
• farm houses.
• by clients in hotels,
motels and other
residential
environments,
bed & breakfast type
environments.
• The microwave oven is
intended for heating
food and beverages.
Drying of food or
clothing and heating of
warming pads, slippers,
sponges, damp cloth
and similar may lead to
risk of injury, ignition or
fire.
• The door or outer
surface may get hot
when the appliance is
operating
• In the unlikely event
the appliance develops
a fault, stop using
it immediately and
seek advice from the
Customer Support
Team:
[phone]

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• Take out all of the packaging. If there is a safe film over the oven, tear it off
before use. Check carefully for damage. Should you find any, immediately
notify your dealer or contact our Customer Service Team.
• Microwave ovens must be placed under dry and non-corrosive environments
and kept away from heat and humidity sources, such as gas burners or water
tanks.
• To ensure sucient ventilation, the distance from the back of the microwave
to the wall should be at least 10 cm., the distance from the side of the
microwave to the wall at least 5 cm and the free distance above the top
surface at least 20 cm. The distance from the microwave to the ground should
be at least 85 cm.
• The microwave should be positioned away from TVs, radios and other
antennae, as this may cause interference or disturbance in the signal.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible, and has a
good grounding in case of leakage. A ground loop can be formed to avoid
electric shock.
• The microwave oven must be operated with the door closed.
• The microwave oven must not be placed in a cabinet.
• The microwave oven is intended to be used free-standing.
• The back of the oven must be placed against a wall.
• During first use, the microwave oven may omit an odour and a slight amount
of smoke. This is due to manufacturing residue or oil on the heating element or
oven cavity. This is normal and should not occur after several uses. Keep doors
and windows open when first using the microwave to ensure good ventilation.
We recommend placing a cup of water on the glass tray and operating
the microwave oven several times on the highest setting to help clean the
microwave of residue.
• Check that there is no damage to the cord or any visible damage to the body
• Your appliance is now ready for normal use.
• Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner
4 - Before First Use

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1. Door lock: The microwave’s oven door must be properly closed in order for it to
operate.
2. Oven window: Allows users to see the contents at any time.
3. Roller ring: The glass tray sits on its wheels; it supports the glass tray and helps it to
balance when rotating. Do not use the microwave without the roller ring.
4. Rotating axis: The glass tray sits on the axis; the motor underneath it drives the
glass tray to rotate.
5. Glass turntable: Rotates during operation to help food cook evenly.
6. Control panel: Lets you choose between different functions when operating your
microwave.
Setting the digital clock:
With the microwave in standby mode, use the clock button to set the digital clock
in a 12 or 24 hour cycle.
To set the clock:
1. Press the clock button once to select a 12 hour clock setting or twice to select
a 24 hour clock.
2. Turn the Menu/Time dial to select the correct hour.
3. Press the clock button.
4. Use the Menu/Time dial to select the minutes.
5. Press the clock button once more to confirm the time setting.
Child Lock:
The Child Lock enables you to disable operation of the microwave so that it cannot
be used unsupervised. To set the child lock, press and hold the Stop/ Cancel button
for 3 seconds. A beep will sound and the lock indicator will light. To cancel the child
lock, press and hold the Pause/Cancel button for 3 seconds, until the lock indicator
on the display goes off.
5 - Using Your Appliance

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Menu action screen
Cooking time, power,
action indicators, and
clock time are displayed.
Power Level
Use to select the cooking
power level.
Multi Stage Cooking
Touch this button to
set multi-stage cooking.
Clock
Touch this button to start
setting the oven clock
and touch it again when
finished to save.
Weight defrost
Touch to defrost food by
weight.
Weight adjust
Use to select the weight
of the food.
Kitchen timer
The timer functions
independently, even
while a cooking program
is in process.
Preset
Use to set the oven to
start at a later time.
Stop/Cancel
Press to cancel a setting
or reset the oven before
setting a cooking
program. Press once to
temporarily stop cooking,
or twice to cancel
cooking altogether.
Menu/Time
Turn the dial to input
cooking time. Turn the
dial to set food type.
Start
Press the dial to start a
cooking program.
Control Panel Operation

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Setting Power Press the power button
1st 100% microwave power. Applicable for
quick and thorough cooking Once
2nd 80% microwave power. Applicable for
medium express cooking Twice
3rd 60% microwave power. Applicable for
steaming food Three Times
4th 40% microwave power. Applicable for
defrosting food Four Times
5th 20% microwave power. Applicable for
keeping warm Five Times
6th 0% microwave power. Applicable for
keeping warm Six Times
Microwave Cooking
Power:
Press the Power button multiple times to reach the required power setting.
There are six power settings, as follows:
Note: The 6th power setting is a ventilating function and will turn on the fans
and inner light of the microwave. You cannot cook on this setting.
CAUTION:
• Never operate the oven when empty.
• If you turn the food during cooking, pressing the start button once will resume
the current preset cooking program.
• If you intend to remove the food before the preset time, you must press the
STOP/CANCEL button once to clear the preset program and prevent the oven
from resuming the current preset program when next used.
Quick Start:
• The Quick Start feature allows you to begin cooking quickly.
• In Standby mode, press the Start/Quick Start button a number of times to set
the cooking time, in increments of 30 seconds.
• Once you have set the time, the microwave will begin cooking at full power.
Timer:
To set the timer:
1. Press the ‘Kitchen Timer’ button once.
2. Use the Menu/Time dial to select the required time.
3. Press the Start/Quick Start button once.
Note: Press the ‘Timer’ button to check the time while cooking.

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Auto Cook:
With the Auto Cook function you do not need to program the microwave power or
set the timer. You are only required to select the type and weight of the food.
To use Auto Cook:
1. Turn the Menu/Time dial to the required food/cooking mode.
2. Press the Weight Adjust button to the required weight.
3. Press the Start/Quick Start button.
Auto Cook Menu:
It is always recommended to check your food during cooking. If the cooking result
is not to your taste, please adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Note: The result of auto cooking depends on factors such as the shape and size
of food, your personal preference as to the doneness of certain foods and even
how well you happen to place food in the oven.
For Spaghetti, add boiling water before cooking.
During cooking, you can view the current cooking menu by pressing the Auto
Cook button.
Weight Defrost:
The microwave has a Weight Defrost setting for defrosting meat, poultry and
seafood. The time and defrosting power are adjusted automatically once the weight
of the food has been entered.
The weight range of frozen foods is between 100g and 1800g.
1. Press the Weight Defrost button once.
2. Press the Weight Adjust button to select the required weight.
3. Press the Start/Quick Start button once.
Note: you may need to turn over the food half way through the operation.
Menu
Code Food
A-1 Milk/Coffee (200ml/cup)
A-2 Rice (g)
A-3 Spaghetti (g)
A-4 Potatoes (230g/unit)
A-5 Auto Reheat (g)
A-6 Fish (g)
A-7 Pizza (g)
A-8 Popcorn (99g)

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Multi-Stage Cooking:
Some recipes may require setting a two stage cooking program with different
power levels.
1. Touch Stop/Cancel to reset the system.
2. Input the microwave cooking program.
3. Press the Multi Stage Cooking button.
4. Input the second microwave cooking program.
5. Touch the Start/Quick Start button.
Note: You may need to turn over the food half way through the operation.
Preset:
The Preset function allows you to set the microwave to begin cooking at a specific
time.
1. Set the cooking program.
2. Press the Preset button.
3. Turn the Menu/Time dial to indicate the hour you would like to begin cooking.
4. Press the Preset button to confirm.
5. Turn the Menu/Time dial to select the required minute digits.
6. Touch the Start/Quick Start button.
Note: The Quick Start and Weight Defrost functions cannot be used in
conjunction with the preset function.

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Utensils guideline:
It is strongly recommended to only use containers which are suitable and safe for
microwave cooking. Generally speaking, containers made of heat-resistant ceramic,
glass or plastic are suitable for microwave cooking. Never use metal containers
for microwave cooking and combination cooking as sparks are likely to occur and
there is a risk of fire or injury. When cooking microwave meals, always check the
packaging to see which parts are microwave safe. Use the below table as reference:
CAUTION:
There are a number of accessories available on the market. Before you buy,
make sure they are suitable for microwave use. When you put food into the
microwave, ensure that the food supports and/or covering do not come in
direct contact with any of the internal walls or the ceiling of the cavity since
discolouration may take place.
Some plastics are heat-proof only up to certain temperatures. Check carefully!
Always remove the lids of jars and containers, including takeaway food containers,
before putting them in the microwave. If the lids are not removed, steam and
pressure can build up inside and cause an explosion even after microwave cooking
has stopped.
Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks when heating liquid. Use
extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensils into the container.
Material Microwave
Safe Notes
Heat-resistant
ceramic Yes Never use ceramics that are decorated with a metal rim or glazed.
Heat-resistant
plastic Yes Cannot be used for extended periods of time when microwave cooking.
Heat-resistant
glass Yes
Plastic film Yes Not to be used when cooking meat or chops, as,
the high temperature may damage the film.
Grill rack No
Metal container No
Never to be used in the microwave. Microwaves
cannot penetrate through metal. Microwaving
with a metal container can result in fire.
Lacquer No Poor heat resistance. Cannot be used for high
temperature cooking.
Bamboo wood
and paper No Poor heat resistance. Cannot be used for high
temperature cooking.
Cling film Yes Cling film can be used as long as it is pierced to
let steam escape, and is not touching the food.

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Cooking tips:
The following factors may affect the cooking result:
Food arrangement:
Place thicker areas towards the outside of the dish with the thinner parts towards
the centre. Spread it evenly and avoid overlap if possible.
Cooking time length:
Begin cooking on a shorter time setting and evaluate the food after it times out.
Extend the time as necessary. Over cooking may result in burnt food and smoke.
Piercing:
Food such as potatoes, fish, chicken and sausages all need to be pierced in several
places before cooking, so that steam does not build up and cause the food to
explode.
Cooking food evenly:
Food such as chicken, burgers or steak should be turned once during cooking.
Depending on the type of food, if applicable, stir from the outside to the centre of
the dish once or twice during cooking.
Allow standing time:
Once the cooking time has finished, allow food to stand in the microwave for a
few minutes. This allows the food to complete its cooking cycle and to cool down
naturally.
Browning dish:
When using a browning dish or self-heating container, always place a heat-resistant
insulator, such as a porcelain plate, under it, to prevent damage to the turntable
and rotating ring.
Microwave safe plastic wrap:
When cooking food with high fat content, do not allow the plastic wrap to come
into contact with food as it may melt.
Microwave safe plastic cookware:
Some microwave safe plastic cookware might not be suitable for cooking foods
with high fat and sugar content. The preheating time specified in the dish
instruction manual must not be exceeded.

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Questions Answers
Is it normal for the
glass turntable to turn
in either direction?
Yes. The glass turntable can rotate clockwise or an-
ti-clockwise, depending on the rotation of the motor
when the cooking cycle starts.
Can I operate my
microwave whilst it is
empty?
No, never run it empty or with a very small load for a
long period of time as this will damage the microwave.
Can I open the door
whilst the microwave is
running?
You can open the door at any point during cooking.
The microwave energy will automatically switch off
when the door is opened, and the time setting will
pause until the door is closed.
Why is my microwave
sparking?
If you see sparks in your microwave, turn it off
immediately. Sparks can be caused by:
Metal or aluminium foil that touches the interior of
the microwave, metal from a closing strip or tableware
with metallic edges, recycled paper that contains small
metal particles and aluminium foil that is not correctly
covering the food.
Remove anything from the microwave that may contain
metal. Refer to the Utensils Guideline in this manual for
reference of what containers are microwave safe.
I am trying to cook
eggs and they are pop-
ping. What do I do?
When you bake or poach eggs, the yolk can pop due to
a build-up of steam inside the yolk membrane. Pierce
the yolk with a toothpick before cooking. Never cook
eggs without first piercing their shells.
My microwave is taking
longer to cook food
than the cooking guide
says.
Variations in the size, shape and weight of your food can
affect cooking times.
Cooking guide times and heat settings should be used
as suggestions to help prevent over-cooking. If you find
the cooking time or temperature is not suited to your
ingredients, adjust accordingly.
Can I operate my
microwave without the
glass turntable?
No. If you remove the glass turntable you will get poor
cooking results. Ensure that all dishes used in the
microwave fit correctly on to the glass turntable.
What does standing
time mean and why is
it recommended?
Standing time means that food should be removed
from the microwave and allowed to ‘stand’ for an
additional time to let it finish cooking.
This is important because with microwave cooking, the
heat is held in the food, not in the oven. Many foods
build up enough internal heat to allow the cooking
process to continue, even after the food is removed
from the oven. Standing time for joints of meat, large
vegetables and cakes is to allow the inside to cook
completely, without overcooking the outside.
Most directions on microwavable food will note how
much standing time is required.
6 - Trouble Shooting & Faq’s

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7 - Servicing safeguards - Microwave
radiation
It is hazardous for anyone, other than a qualied service technician, to carry out any service for
repairing operation which involves removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure
to microwave energy.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
The high voltage capacitor remains charged after disconnection; short the negative terminal of a
H.V capacitor to the oven chassis (use a screwdriver) to discharge before touching.
Magnetron
High voltage transformer
High voltage capacitor
High voltage diode
High voltage fuse
The following conditions may cause undue microwave exposure during servicing.
Improper tting of magnetron;
Improper matching of door interlock, door hinge and door;
Improper tting of switch support;
Door, door seal or enclosure has been damaged.