Magic Chef Microwave Oven MCD990ARB User Manual

0.9 cu. ft. Microwave Oven  
MCD990ARB / MCD990ARW  
Instruction Manual  
and Cooking Guide  
So Right at Home.  
Never operate the oven when it is empty or without the glass turntable.  
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:  
WARNING-To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:  
11. Read all instructions before using the appliance.  
b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags  
before placing bag in oven.  
c) If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door  
closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power  
cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker  
panel.  
d) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not  
leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in  
the cavity when not in use.  
12. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO  
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE  
MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1.  
13. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to  
properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING  
INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3.  
14. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with  
the provided installation instructions.  
17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be  
overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing  
to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid.  
Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is  
removed from the microwave oven is not always  
present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT  
LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A  
SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO  
THE LIQUID.  
15. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed  
containers - for example, closed glass jars are able to  
explode and should not be heated in this oven.  
16. Use this appliance only for its intended use as  
described in this manual. Do not use corrosive  
chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of  
oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food.  
It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.  
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:  
a) Do not overheat the liquid.  
17. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary  
when used by children.  
b) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through  
heating it.  
c) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow  
necks.  
d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the  
microwave oven for a short time before removing  
the container.  
e) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other  
utensil into the container.  
18. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord  
or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been  
damaged or dropped.  
19. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified  
service personnel.  
Contact nearest authorized service facility for  
examination, repair or adjustment.  
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.  
11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this  
product near water — for example, near a kitchen  
sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or  
similar locations.  
18. Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive  
chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides).  
Vapors from such corrosive chemicals may interact  
with the contact and springs of the safety interlock  
switches thereby rendering them inoperable.  
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.  
19. Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times.  
Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth after  
each use. If you leave grease or fat anywhere in the  
cavity it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when  
next using the oven.  
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.  
15. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes  
together on closing the door, use only mild, non-  
abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or  
soft cloth.  
20. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot  
control the temperature and doing so may lead to  
overheating and fire.  
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:  
a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance  
when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials  
are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.  
21. Do not operate the oven without the glass tray in place.  
Be sure it is properly sitting on the rotating base.  
Comme pour tous appareils ménagers, son utilisation par des enfants doit être surveillée de près.  
Au cas où les matières placées dans le four s’enflammeraient, ne pas ouvrir la porte, éteindre le four et débrancher  
le fil électrique ou couper l’alimentation au tableau électrique (fusibles ou disjoncteurs).  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE  
STATEMENT  
WARNING:  
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,  
that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio  
and television reception.  
It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for an ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18  
of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in  
a residential installation.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the followings.  
• 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.  
• Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven  
and receiver are on different branch circuits.  
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by  
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of  
the user to correct such interference.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces  
the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This appliance is equipped  
with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet  
that is properly installed and grounded.  
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.  
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not  
completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly  
grounded, and either :  
(1) If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord  
that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept  
the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall  
be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. or  
(2) Do not use an extension cord, if the power supply cord is too short,  
have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.  
WARNING: Do not cut or remove the third(ground) prong from the power cord under any  
circumstances.  
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INSTALLATION  
1. Examine the oven after unpacking.  
Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity.  
If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.  
2. Level, flat location.  
Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.  
3. Ventilation.  
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a  
failure.  
For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.  
4. Away from radio and TV sets.  
Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio,  
antenna, feeder, etc.  
Place the oven as far from them as possible.  
5. Away from heating appliances and water taps.  
Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids. These things can adversely affect oven wiring  
and contacts.  
6. Power supply.  
This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 15 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60Hz  
and a grounded outlet. A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming  
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available  
and may be used if care is exercised in their use  
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great  
as the electrical rating of the oven.  
The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The longer cord should be arranged  
so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over  
unintentionally  
7. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 100mm.  
When use 3-pronged plug  
When use grounding adaptor, make  
sure the receptacle box is fully  
grounded.  
3-prong Receptacle  
Receptacle Box Cover  
Grounding  
Lead  
Receptacle  
Box cover  
3-prong plug  
Grounding  
Adaptor  
Receptacle  
“THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE DOES NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE GROUNDING ADAPTOR”  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER SUPPLY  
120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING  
POWER CONSUMPTION  
OUTPUT POWER  
FREQUENCY  
1350 W  
MICROWAVE  
900 W  
2450 MHz  
OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D)  
CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D)  
CAVITY VOLUME  
495 X 294 X 388 mm (19.5 X 11.6 X 15.3 in.)  
320 X 228 X 338 mm (12.6 x 9.0 x 13.3 in)  
0.9 cu.ft.  
NET WEIGHT  
APPROX. 13KG (28.7 lbs.)  
59 min. 99 sec.  
TIMER  
POWER LEVELS  
10 LEVELS  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
495  
388  
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TRIM KIT INSTALLATION GUIDE  
1. Turn a set upside down.  
Adhere three urethane foams(1,2) and tighten four screws(4) through the holes of four feet(3) to base plate.  
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1
2
3
2
FRONT  
IMPORTANT:  
Adherence a long urethane form (1) to the back side of Base Plate.  
Adherence two short urethane form (2) to the side of Base Plate, make sure that two  
short forms adhere near with out a gab with a long from (1)  
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2. Remove three screws(1) on cabinet back.  
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3
2
3. Install the trim kit(2) and mounting brackets(3).  
4. Tighten three screws(1) through the holes of mounting brackets(3)  
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5. For proper operation, install oven in the wooden box* as shown. Fix the trim kit with six screws.  
IMPORTANT: Dimensions are based on plywood thickness of 11 mm. Use of a different plywood  
thickness requires the box dimensions to be adjusted accordingly to maintain the required clearances on  
the sides and top for proper operation of the unit.  
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FEATURES DIAGRAM  
1 2  
3
4
5
9
8
7
6
1. Door latch-When the door is closed it will  
automatically shut off. If the door is opened  
while the oven is operating, the magnetron  
will automatically shut off.  
6. Door release button-Pushing this button  
stops oven operation and opens the door.  
7. Glass cooking tray-Made of special heat  
resistant glass. The tray must always be  
in proper position before operating.  
2. Door seal-The door seal maintains the  
microwave within the oven cavity and  
prevents microwave leakage.  
Do not cook food directly on the tray.  
8. Roller guide-Supports the glass cooking  
tray.  
3. Oven cavity  
4. Spatter shield-Protects the microwave  
outlet from splashes of cooking foods.  
9. Door screen-Allows viewing of food.  
The screen is designed so that light  
can pass through, but not the microwaves.  
5. Safety interlock system-Prevents the  
oven from operating while the door is  
opened.  
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FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)  
MCD990ARB  
MCD990ARW  
q
q
M/W Def. Timer Lock lb  
MCD990ARW  
M/W Def. Timer Lock lb  
900W  
900W  
MCD990ARB  
r
e
r
e
1. BREAD  
2. SOUP  
3. BAKED POTATO  
4. FRESH VEGETABLE  
5. FROZEN VEGETABLE  
1. BREAD  
2. SOUP  
3. BAKED POTATO  
4. FRESH VEGETABLE  
5. FROZEN VEGETABLE  
POPCORN  
POPCORN  
MORE  
LESS  
MORE  
LESS  
FROZEN  
PIZZA  
FROZEN  
PIZZA  
w
t
w
t
AUTO  
COOK  
AUTO  
COOK  
DINNER  
PLATE  
DINNER  
PLATE  
Auto Defrost  
POULTRY  
Auto Defrost  
POULTRY  
MEAT  
FISH  
MEAT  
FISH  
y
0
y
0
1 2 3  
4 5 6  
1 2 3  
4 5 6  
POWER  
POWER  
u
i
u
i
7 8 9  
7 8 9  
DEFROST  
DEFROST  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
CLOCK  
CLOCK  
0
0
p
s
p
s
o
a
o
a
START/  
SPEEDY COOK  
START/  
SPEEDY COOK  
STOP/CLEAR  
STOP/CLEAR  
10. Time set pad-Used to set the cooking time  
and the present time.  
17. Power-Used to set power level.  
18. Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for time)  
11. Display-Cooking time, power level,  
indicators and present time are displayed.  
19. Kitchen Timer-Used as a minute timer, to  
delay the start of cooking, or to set a  
holding time after cooking.  
12. One touch-Used to cook or reheat specific  
quantities of food.  
20. Clock-Used to set clock.  
13. Auto Cook-Used to cook or reheat.  
14. More-Used to add time to cooking.  
15. Less-Used to remove time from cooking.  
21. Stop/Clear-Used to stop the oven operation  
or to delete the cooking data.  
22. Start/Speedy cook-Used to start the oven  
and also used to set a reheat time.  
16. Auto Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for  
weight)  
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OPERATION PROCEDURE  
This section includes useful information about oven operation.  
1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 15 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet.  
2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray.  
The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.  
3. Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.  
1 The oven light is on only when the microwave 7 When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during the  
oven is operating.  
oven operation, the oven stops cooking and all  
information retained. To erase all  
information(except the present time), touch the  
STOP/CLEAR pad once more. If the oven door is  
opened during the oven operation, all information  
is retained.  
2 The oven door can be opened at any time during  
operation by pushing the door release button on  
the control panel. The oven will automatically  
shut off.  
If the START pad is touched and the oven does  
not operate, check the area between the door and  
door seal for obstructions and make sure the door  
is closed securely. The oven will not start cooking  
until the door is completely closed or the program  
has been reset.  
Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound  
to acknowledge the touch.  
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3
The oven automatically cooks on full power  
unless set to a lower power level.  
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5 The display will show “ : 0” when the oven is  
plugged in.  
Make sure the oven is properly installed and  
plugged into the electrical outlet.  
6 Time clock returns to the present time when the  
cooking time ends.  
WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART  
The power-level is set by touching the POWER pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and the  
percentage of power.  
Touch POWER pad  
Power level (Display)  
Approximate Percentage of Power  
once  
twice  
P-HI  
P-90  
P-80  
P-70  
P-60  
P-50  
P-40  
P-30  
P-20  
P-10  
P-00  
100%  
90%  
80%  
70%  
60%  
50%  
40%  
30%  
20%  
10%  
0%  
3 times  
4 times  
5 times  
6 times  
7 times  
8 times  
9 times  
10 times  
11 times  
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CONTROLS  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash “:0” and a tone will sound. If the AC power  
ever goes off, the display shows “ : 0” when the power comes back on.  
1. Touch CLOCK pad.  
This is a 12 hour clock system.  
CLOCK  
2. Touch CLOCK pad once more.  
This is a 24 hour clock system.  
NOTE : This oven has multiple clock  
systems. If you want 12 hour clock  
system, omit this step.  
3. Enter the correct time of day by  
touching the time set pads  
in sequence.  
4. Touch CLOCK pad.  
The display stops blinking, and the colon starts  
blinking. If you selected 12 hour clock system,  
this digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to  
12:59. If you selected 24 hour clock system, this  
digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.  
NOTE: If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and a error signal tone will  
sound. Touch the CLOCK pad and re-enter the time.  
TIME DEFROSTING  
When DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of alternating  
defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.  
1. Touch DEFROST pad.  
The DEF indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed.  
The display will show what you touched.  
DEFROST  
2. Touch the time set pads for the  
desired defrosting time.  
Note : Your oven can be programmed for  
59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )  
3. Touch START pad.  
When you touch START pad, the DEF indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the DEFROST mode.  
The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the DEFROST mode.  
The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When the  
defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
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WEIGHT DEFROSTING  
AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time.  
Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.  
1. Touch MEAT pad.  
The lb indicator light and “ 1.0 ” is displayed.  
The display will show what you touched.  
MEAT  
2. Select the desired defrosting  
weight. (Refer to the weight defrost  
chart below.)  
3. Touch START pad.  
MEAT DEFROSTING begins.  
1. Touch POULTRY pad.  
The lb indicator light and “ 1.5 ” is displayed.  
POULTRY  
2. Select the desired defrosting  
weight. (Refer to the weight defrost  
chart below.)  
The display will show what you touched.  
3. Touch START pad.  
1. Touch FISH pad.  
POULTRY DEFROSTING begins.  
The lb indicator light and “ 0.5 ” is displayed.  
FISH  
2. Select the desired defrosting  
weight. (Refer to the weight defrost  
chart below.)  
The display will show what you touched.  
FISH DEFROSTING begins.  
3. Touch START pad.  
* WEIGHT DEFROST CHART  
Touch pad  
once  
MEAT  
1.0 lb  
1.5 lb  
2.0 lb  
2.5 lb  
POULTRY  
1.5 lb  
FISH  
0.5 lb  
1.0 lb  
1.5 lb  
2.0 lb  
twice  
2.0 lb  
3 times  
4 times  
2.5 lb  
3.0 lb  
The defrosting time is automatically determined by the weight selected.  
When you touch START pad, the lb indicator goes off and the DEF indicator blinks and the defrosting time  
counts down in the display window. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs  
to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
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COOKING IN ONE STAGE  
1. Touch POWER pad.  
(Select the desired power level.)  
The M/W indicator lights.  
The display will show what you touched.  
POWER  
Note : If steps 1 and 2 are omitted, the  
oven will cook at full power.  
2. Touch the time set pads for the  
cooking time.  
The display will show what you touched.  
Note : Your oven can be programmed for  
59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )  
3. Touch START pad.  
When you touch START pad, the M/W indicator starts blinking to show the oven is cooking.  
The display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left. When the cooking time ends, you  
will hear 3 beeps.  
NOTE: Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as  
cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.  
COOKING IN TWO STAGES  
All recipes require the frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking.  
This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking.  
1. Touch DEFROST pad.  
The DEF indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed.  
The display will show what you touched.  
DEFROST  
POWER  
2. Touch the time set pads for the  
defrosting time you want.  
3.Touch POWER pad.  
(Select the desired power level.)  
The M/W indicator lights and “P-HI” is displayed.  
The display will show what you touched.  
4. Touch the time set pads for the  
desired cooking time.  
The display will show what you touched.  
5. Touch START pad.  
When you touch START pad, the DEF and M/W indicators come on to confirm the power levels  
selected. The DEF indicator starts blinking to show you that the oven is in DEFROST mode.  
The display counts down the time remaining in DEFROST mode. When the oven beeps, turn over,break  
apart and/or redistribute the food. At the end of DEFROST mode, the oven will beep and start M/W cook.  
The DEF indicator goes off and the M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time  
remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
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KITCHEN TIMER MODE  
Timer operates as a minute timer, can be set to delay cooking and used to set a holding time after cooking.  
However delay cooking can not be programmed for defrost. Timer operates without microwave energy.  
HOW TO USE AS A MINUTE TIMER  
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.  
The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is  
displayed.  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
2. Enter the amount of time you want  
to count down.  
The display will show what you touched.  
3. Touch START pad.  
The TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER  
mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
HOW TO USE TO DELAY THE START OF COOKING  
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.  
The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is  
displayed.  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
2. Enter the amount of time you want  
to delay.  
The display will show what you touched.  
3. Program the desired power level  
and cooking time for food to be  
cooked.  
The M/W indicator lights and the selected  
power level & cooking time are displayed.  
4. Touch START pad.  
When you touch START pad, the TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time  
remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, the oven will beep. The  
TIMER indicator goes off and M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time  
remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
HOW TO USE TO SET A HOLDING TIME  
1. Program the desired cooking time.  
The M/W indicator lights and the selected  
time is displayed.  
KITCHEN  
TIMER  
2. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.  
The TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is  
displayed.  
3. Enter the amount of time you want  
the oven to hold.  
The display will show what you touched.  
4. Touch START pad.  
The M/W indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in M/W mode. When  
the M/W cook ends, the oven will beep. The M/W indicator goes off and TIMER indicator starts blinking.  
The display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When the KITCHEN TIMER  
mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
Note : Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )  
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SPEEDY COOK  
SPEEDY COOK allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at full power by simply touching the SPEEDY COOK  
pad.  
By repeatedly touching the SPEEDY COOK pad, you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes by 30  
second increments.  
1. Touch SPEEDY COOK pad.  
When you touch SPEEDY COOK pad, ":30" is  
displayed.  
START/  
SPEEDY COOK  
After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts reheating.  
ONE TOUCH COOKING  
One touch cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad.  
To increase quantity, touch the chosen pad until number in display is same as the desired quantity to cook.  
(except for POPCORN)  
1. Touch POPCORN pad once for 3.5  
oz bag.  
When you touch POPCORN pad once,  
“ 3.5” is displayed.  
POPCORN  
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into  
cooking time and the oven starts cooking.  
NOTE: 1. Use prepackaged room-temperature microwave popcorn.  
2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturer’s directions.  
3. Pop only one bag at a time.  
4. After popping, open bag carefully: popcorn and steam are extremely hot.  
5. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.  
6. Do not leave oven unattended while popping popcorn.  
CAUTION: If prepackaged popcorn is of a different weight than the recommended weight, do not use  
the popcorn pad. Follow the manufacturer instruction.  
1. Touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once  
for 7 oz pizza or twice for 14 oz  
pizza.  
When you touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once,  
“ 7 ” is displayed.  
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into  
the cooking time and the oven starts cooking.  
FROZEN  
PIZZA  
* FROZEN PIZZA *  
• 7 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once.  
• 14 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA pad twice within 1.5 seconds.  
NOTE: 1. Use only one frozen pizza at a time  
2. Use only frozen pizza made for microwave ovens.  
3. If the cheese of frozen pizza does not melt sufficiently, cook a few seconds longer.  
4. Some brands of frozen pizza may require more or less cooking time.  
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ONE TOUCH COOKING (continued)  
1. Touch DINNER PLATE pad once  
for 12 oz of dinner plate or twice for  
15 oz of dinner plate.  
When you touch DINNER PLATE pad once, “ 12 ”  
is displayed.  
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into  
cooking time and the oven starts cooking.  
DINNER  
PLATE  
* DINNER PLATE *  
• 12 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE pad once.  
• 15 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE pad twice within 1.5 seconds.  
AUTO COOK  
AUTO COOK allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by repeatedly touching auto cook pad.  
1. Touch AUTO COOK pad.  
When you touch AUTO COOK pad once,  
“ AC-1 ” is displayed. By repeatedly touching  
this pad, you can select other food category as  
shown in the chart below.  
AUTO  
COOK  
CATEGORY  
AC-1  
FOOD  
BREAD  
WEIGHT  
TOUCH PAD  
4 slices(1.5-2 oz. each)  
12 oz.  
Touch AUTO COOK once.  
Touch AUTO COOK twice  
Touch AUTO COOK three times  
Touch AUTO COOK four times  
Touch AUTO COOK five times.  
AC-2  
SOUP  
AC-3  
BAKED POTATO  
FRESH VEGETABLE  
FROZEN VEGETABLE  
3 potatoes(7-8 oz. each)  
7 oz.  
AC-4  
AC-5  
7 oz. package  
2. Touch START pad.  
When you touch START pad, the display is  
changed into cooking time and the oven starts  
cooking.  
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LESS, MORE  
To alter one touch cooking or cooking time while oven is in operation, use LESS or MORE.(except for  
defrosting)  
Touch LESS/MORE pad to decrease/increase the one touch cooking time in multiples of 10 seconds.  
The overall one touch cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes 50 seconds.  
Touch LESS/MORE pad to decrease/increase the cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.  
The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes.  
CHILD SAFETY LOCK  
The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.  
To set, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator lights.  
To cancel, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator goes off.  
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING  
1. Touch STOP/CLEAR pad.  
• You can restart the oven by touching START pad.  
• Touch STOP/CLEAR once more to erase all instructions.  
• You must enter in new instructions.  
2. Open the door.  
• You can restart the oven by closing the door and touching START pad.  
NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.  
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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN  
1 Turn the oven off before cleaning.  
It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass  
tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy  
water or in a dishwasher.  
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Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food  
spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,  
2
wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be  
used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of  
harsh detergent or abrasives is not  
recommended.  
The outside oven surface should be cleaned  
with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a  
soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating  
parts inside the oven, water should not be  
allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.  
3
If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a  
soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or  
abrasives on Control Panel.  
4
The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be  
cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.  
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with  
mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry.  
The roller guide may be washed in mild sudsy  
water.  
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If steam accumulates inside or around the  
outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.  
This may occur when the microwave oven is  
operated under high humidity conditions and in  
no way indicates malfunction of the unit.  
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ROLLER GUIDE  
The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should  
be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive  
noise.  
1
Glass Tray  
Roller Guide  
The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be  
used for cooking together with the Glass  
Tray.  
2
GLASS TRAY  
DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass  
Tray in place.  
1
DO NOT use any other Glass Tray with this  
oven.  
2
If Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW TO COOL  
before cleaning or placing it in water.  
3
DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.  
(Except for popcorm)  
4
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE  
• The oven doesn’t work :  
• Sparking in the cavity :  
1. Check that the power cord is securely plugged  
in.  
1. Check utensils. Metal containers or dishes with  
metal trim should not be used.  
2. Check that the door is firmly closed.  
3. Check that the cooking time is set.  
2. Check that metal skewers or foil does not  
touch the interior walls.  
4. Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main  
circuit breaker in your house.  
If there is still a problem, contact the service  
station.  
A list of these stations is included in the oven.  
CARE AND CLEANING  
Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following:  
1. It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety 3. When opened, the door must not be subjected  
interlocks.  
to strain, for example, a child hanging on an  
opened door or any load could cause the oven  
to fall forward to cause injury and also damage  
to the door. Do not operate the oven if it is  
damaged, until it has been repaired by a trained  
service technician.  
It is particularly important that the oven closes  
properly and that there is no damage to the:  
i) Door(bent)  
2. Do not place any object between the oven front  
face and the door or allow residue to  
accumulate on sealing surfaces. Wipe the  
sealing area frequently with a mild detergent,  
rinse and dry. Never use abrasive powders or  
pads.  
ii) Hinges and Hookes(broken or loosened)  
iii) Door seals and sealing surfaces.  
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by  
anyone except a properly trained service  
technician.  
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS  
* Q :I accidentally ran my microwave oven  
without any food in it. Is it damaged?  
* A : Running the oven empty for a short time will not  
damage the oven. However, it is not  
recommended.  
* Q :What does “standing time” mean?  
* A : “Standing time” means that food should be  
removed from the oven and covered for  
additional time to allow it to finish cooking. This  
frees the oven for other cooking.  
* Q :Can the oven be used with the glass tray or  
roller guide removed?  
* A : No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must  
always be used in the oven before cooking.  
* Q :Why does my oven not always cook as fast  
as the microwave cooking guide says?  
* A : Check your cooking guide again, to make sure  
you’ve followed directions exactly ; and to see  
what might cause variations in cooking time.  
Cooking guide times and heat settings are  
suggestions, to help prevent over-cooking... the  
most common problem in getting used to a  
microwave oven.  
* Q :Can I open the door when the oven is  
operating?  
* A : The door can be opened anytime during the  
cooking operation. Then microwave energy will  
be instantly switched off and the time setting will  
maintain until the door is closed.  
Variations in the size, shape and weights and  
dimensions could require longer cooking time.  
Use your own judgement along with the cooking  
guide suggestions to check whether the food  
has been properly cooked just as you would do  
with a conventional cooker.  
* Q :Why do I have moisture in my microwave  
oven after cooking?  
* A : The moisture on the side of your microwave  
oven is normal. It is caused by steam from  
cooking food hitting the cool oven surface.  
* Q :Will the microwave oven be damaged if it  
operates while empty?  
* Q :Does microwave energy pass through the  
viewing screen in the door?  
* A : Yes. Never run it empty.  
* A : No. The metal screen bounces back the energy  
to the oven cavity. The holes are made to allow  
light to pass through. They do not let microwave  
energy pass through.  
* Q : Can I operate my microwave oven without  
the turntable or turn the turntable over to  
hold a large dish?  
* A : No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you  
will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in  
your oven must fit on the turntable.  
* Q :Why do eggs sometimes pop?  
* A : When baking or poaching eggs, the yolk may  
pop due to steam build-up inside the yolk  
membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the  
yolk with a toothpick before cooking. Never cook  
eggs without piercing their shells.  
* Q : Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either  
direction?  
* A : Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or  
counterclockwise, depending on the rotation of  
the motor when the cooking cycle begins.  
* Q :Why this standing time recommended after  
the cooking operation has been completed?  
* A : Standing time is very important.  
* Q : Can I pop popcorn in my microwave oven?  
How do I get the best results?  
With microwave cooking, the heat is 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.  
* A : Yes. Pop packaged microwave popcorn  
following manufacture’s guidelines. Do not use  
regular paper bags. Use the “listening test” by  
stopping the oven as soon as the popping slows  
to a “pop” every 1 or 2 seconds. Do not repop  
unpopped kernels. Do not pop popcorn in glass  
cookware.  
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COOKING INSTRUCTIONS  
Utensil Guide  
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.  
To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without being  
reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken choosing the utensil. If the utensil  
is marked microwave-safe, you do not need to worry. The following table lists various of utensil and  
indicates whether and how they should be used in a microwave oven.  
Utensil  
Aluminium foil  
Safe  
Comments  
Can be used in small quantities to protect areas against  
overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to  
the oven wall or if too much foil is used.  
Crust plate  
Do not preheat for more than 8minutes.  
China and earthenware  
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china  
are usually suitable, unless deco-rated with a metal trim.  
Disposable polyester  
cardboard dishes  
Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.  
Fast-food packaging  
• Polystyrene cups containers  
Can be used to warm food. Overheating may cause the  
polystyrene to melt.  
• Paper bags or newspaper  
• Recycled paper or metal trims  
May catch fire.  
May cause arcing.  
Glassware  
• Oven-to-table ware  
• Fine glassware  
Can be used, unless decorated with a metal trim.  
Can be used to warm foods or liquids.  
Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly.  
Must remove the lid. Suitable for warming only.  
• Glass jars  
Metal  
• Dishes  
• Freezer bag twist ties  
May cause arcing or fire.  
Paper  
• Plates, cups, napkins and  
Kitchen paper  
• Recycled paper  
For short cooking times and warming. Also to absorb  
excess moisture.  
May cause arcing.  
Plastic  
• Containers  
Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some other  
plastics may warp or discolour at high temperatures.  
Do not use Melamine plastic.  
Can be used to retain moisture. Should not touch the  
food.  
• Cling film  
Take care when removing the film as hot steam will  
escape.  
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be airtight.  
Prick with a fork, if necessary.  
• Freezer bags  
Wax or grease-proof paper  
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spattering.  
: Recommended use  
: Limited Use  
: Not Recommended  
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USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY  
General Use  
Do not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety  
interlocks.  
Do not place any object between the oven front  
frame and the door or allow residue to build up on  
Do not operate the oven if door seals or sealing  
surfaces are damaged; or if door is bent; or if  
hinges are loose or broken.  
Do not operate the oven empty. This will damage  
sealing surfaces. Wipe with a mild detergent, rinse the oven.  
and dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.  
Do not subject the oven door to strain or weight  
such as a child hanging on an open door.  
This could cause the oven to fall forward resulting  
in injury to you and damage to the oven.  
Do not attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or  
other materials in the oven. They may catch on  
fire.  
Do not use recycled paper products as they may  
contain impurities which may cause sparks or  
fires.  
Do not hit or strike the control panel with hard  
objects. This can damage the oven.  
Food  
Never use your microwave oven for home  
canning. The oven is not designed for proper  
home canning. Improperly canned food may spoil  
and be dangerous to consume.  
allow the temperature to even out, stir during  
heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after  
heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and possible  
scalding, you should put a spoon or glass stick  
into the beverages and stir before, during and  
after heating.  
Always use the minimum recipe cooking time. It is  
better to undercook rather than overcook foods.  
Undercooked foods can be returned to the oven  
for more cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing  
can be done.  
Do not leave the oven unattended while popping  
corn.  
Do not pop corn in a paper bag unless it is the  
commercially prepared Microwave Popcorn  
moisture carefully. These can quickly dry out, burn product. The kernels can overheat and ignite a  
Heat small quantities of food or foods with low  
or catch on fire.  
Do not heat eggs in the shell. Pressure may build  
up and eggs can explode.  
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks and sausages are  
examples of food with non-porous skins.  
These must be pierced before cooking to prevent  
bursting.  
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave  
oven.  
Always allow a standing time of at least 20  
seconds after the oven has been switched off to  
brown paper bag.  
Do not put packaged Microwave Popcorn bags  
directly on the oven tray. Place the package on a  
microwave safe glass or ceramic plate to avoid  
overheating and cracking the oven tray.  
Do not exceed the Microwave Popcorn  
manufacturers suggested popping time.  
Longer popping does not yield more popcorn but it  
can result in scorch, burn of fire. Remember, the  
Popcorn bag and tray can be too hot to handle.  
Remove with caution and use pot holders.  
ARCING  
If you see arcing, touch STOP/CLEAR pad or push the door open button, and correct the problem.  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.  
Arcing is caused by:  
• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
• Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like  
antennas).  
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold  
rimmed dishes, in the microwave.  
• Recycled paper towels containing small metal  
pieces being used in the microwave.  
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MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES  
Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with  
RADAR in World War ll. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and manmade  
sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and car phones.  
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD  
In a microwave oven,  
electricity is converted  
into microwave by the  
MAGNETRON.  
TRANSMISSION  
Then they pass through the  
cooking containers to be  
absorbed by the water  
molecules in the food, all  
foods contain water to a  
more or lesser extent.  
REFLECTION  
ABSORPTION  
The microwaves  
bounce off the metal  
walls and the metal  
door screen.  
The microwaves cause the water molecules to  
vibrate which causes FRICTION, i.e. HEAT. This  
heat then cooks the food. Microwaves are also  
attracted to fat and sugar particles, and foods high in  
these will cook more quickly. Microwaves can only  
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penetrate to a depth of 1 /2 - 2 inches(4-5cm) and  
as heat spreads through the food by conduction, just  
as in a traditional oven, the food cooks from the  
outside inwards.  
CONVERSION CHARTS  
WEIGHT MEASURES  
VOLUME MEASURES  
SPOON MEASURES  
1
1
15 g  
25 g  
/2 oz.  
1 oz.  
2 oz.  
4 oz.  
6 oz.  
8 oz.  
1 lb.  
30 ml  
100 ml  
150 ml  
300 ml  
600 ml  
1 fl.oz.  
3 fl.oz.  
1.25 ml  
2.5 ml  
5 ml  
/4 tsp  
/2 tsp  
1 tsp  
1
1
50 g  
5 fl.oz. ( /4 pt)  
1
100 g  
175 g  
225 g  
450 g  
10 fl.oz. ( /2 pt)  
15 ml  
1 tbsp  
20 fl.oz. (1pt)  
FLUID MEASUREMENTS  
1 Cup  
= 8 fl.oz.  
= 240 ml  
1 Pint  
= 16 fl.oz. (UK 20 fl.oz.)  
= 32 fl.oz. (UK 40 fl.oz.)  
= 128 fl.oz. (UK 160 fl.oz.)  
= 480 ml (UK 560 ml)  
= 960 ml (UK 1120 ml)  
= 3840 ml (UK 4500 ml)  
1 Quart  
1 Gallon  
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COOKING TECHNIQUES  
STANDING TIME  
STARTING TEMPERATURE  
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes,  
require standing time(inside or outside of the oven)  
after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to  
cook the center completely. Wrap meat joints and  
jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing.  
Meat joints need approx. 10-15 minutes, jacket  
potatoes 5 minutes. Other foods such as plated  
meal, vegetables, fish etc require 2-5 minutes  
standing. After defrosting food, standing time should  
also be allowed. If food is not cooked after standing  
time, return to the oven and cook for additional time.  
The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up.  
Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food  
at room temperature.  
LIQUIDS  
All liquids must be stirred before and during heating.  
Water especially must be stirred before and during  
heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat liquids that  
have previously been boiled. DO NOT OVERHEAT.  
TURNING & STIRRING  
Some foods require stirring during cooking. Meat  
and poultry should be turned after half the cooking  
time.  
MOISTURE CONTENT  
Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary in  
their moisture content throughout the season,  
particularly jacket potatoes. For this reason cooking  
times may have to be adjusted. Dry ingredients e.g.  
rice, pasta, can dry out during storage so cooking  
times may differ.  
ARRANGING  
Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,  
should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts  
are towards the outside.  
DENSITY  
QUANTITY  
Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense  
heavy foods.  
Small quantities cook faster than large quantities,  
also small meals will reheat more quickly than large  
portions.  
CLING FILM  
Cling film helps keep the food moist and the trapped  
steam assists in speeding up cooking times. Pierce  
before cooking to allow excess steam to escape.  
Always take care when removing cling film from a  
dish as the build-up of steam will be very hot.  
PIERCING  
The skin or membrane on some foods will cause  
steam to build up during cooking. These foods must  
be pierced or a strip of skin should be peeled off  
before cooking to allow the steam to escape. Eggs,  
potatoes, apples, sausages etc, will all need to be  
pierced before cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO  
BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS.  
SHAPE  
Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by  
microwave when in a round container rather than  
square.  
COVERING  
Cover foods with microwave cling film or a lid. Cover  
fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do not cover  
cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or pastry items.  
SPACING  
Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced  
apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.  
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DEFROSTING GUIDE  
Do not defrost covered meat. Covering might allow  
cooking to take place. Always remove outer wrap and  
tray. Use only containers that are microwave-safe.  
Begin defrosting whole poultry breast-side-down.  
Begin defrosting roasts fat-side-down.  
When defrosted, food should be cool, but softened in  
all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave oven  
very briefly, or let stand a few minutes. After defrosting,  
allow food to stand 5-60 minutes if there are any icy  
areas.  
The shape of the package alters the defrosting time.  
Shallow rectangular shapes defrost more quickly than  
a deep block.  
Poultry and fish may be placed under running cool  
water until defrosted  
Turn over : Roast, ribs, whole poultry, turkey breasts,  
hot dogs, sausages, steaks, or chops.  
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After /3 of the defrost time has elapsed, check the  
food. Toy may wish to turn over, break apart,  
rearrange or remove thawed portions of the food.  
During defrost, the oven will prompt you to turn the  
over. At this point, open oven door and check the food.  
Follow the techniques listed below for optimum defrost  
results.  
Rearrange : Break apart or separate steaks, chops,  
hamburger patties, ground meat, chicken or seafood  
pieces, chunks of meat such as stew beef.  
Shield : Use small strips of aluminum foil to protect  
thin areas or edges of unevenly shaped foods such as  
chicken wings. To prevent arching, do not allow foil to  
come within 1-inch of oven walls or door.  
Remove : To prevent cooking, thawed portions should  
be removed from the oven at this point. This may  
shorten defrost time for food weighing less than 3  
lbs.(1350g).  
Then, close oven door, touch the START pad to  
complete defrosting.  
DEFROSTING CHART  
Item & Weight  
Defrosting Time Standing Time  
Special Techniques  
BEEF  
Break apart and remove thawed  
portions with fork.  
Minced beef  
1 lb./450g  
10-12 min.  
15-20 min.  
Stew Meat  
1 1/2 lbs./675g  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Turn over after half the time.  
9-11 min.  
7-8 min.  
25-30 min.  
15-20 min.  
Patties  
4(4oz./110g)  
PORK  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Spareribs  
1 lb./450g  
6-7 min.  
25-30 min.  
Chops  
4(5oz./125g)  
Separate and turn over once.  
25-30 min.  
15-20 min.  
7-8 min.  
Break apart and remove thawed  
portions with fork.  
Minced pork  
1 lb./450g  
9-10 min.  
POULTRY  
Break side down. Turn over after half  
the time. Shield as needed.  
Whole Chicken  
2 1/2 lbs./1125g  
45-90 min.  
20-22 min.  
Chicken Breasts  
1 lbs./450g  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
15-30 min.  
25-30 min.  
15-30 min.  
9-10 min.  
12-14 min.  
12-14 min.  
Fryer Chicken(cut up)  
2 lbs./900g  
Chicken Thights  
1 1/2 lbs./675g  
FISH & SEAFOOD  
Whole Fish  
1 lb./450g  
Turn over after half the time.  
Shield as needed.  
15-20 min.  
6-7 min.  
Fish Fillets  
1 1/2 lb./675g  
Separate and turn over once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
7-8 min.  
3-4 min.  
15-20 min.  
15-20 min.  
Shrimp  
1/2 lb./225g  
* The times are approximate because freezer temperatures vary.  
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COOKING & REHEATING CHART  
Cooking chart  
Power  
Level  
Cooking Time  
Per lb./450g  
Item  
Special Instruction  
MEAT  
Beef joint-Rare  
-Medium  
-well done  
Pork Joint  
- Chilled meat and poultry should be removed  
from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes  
before cooking.  
- Always let the meat and poultry stand,  
covered after cooking.  
P-80  
P-80  
P-80  
P-HI  
P-HI  
9-11 min.  
10-12 min.  
12-14 min.  
13-16 min.  
5-8 min.  
Bacon joint  
POULTRY  
Whole chicken  
Portions chicken  
Breast (boned)  
FISH  
P-HI  
P-80  
P-80  
8-10 min.  
6-8 min.  
7-9 min.  
Fish Fillets  
P-HI  
P-HI  
4-6 min.  
4-6 min.  
- Brush a little oil or melted butter over the  
fish, or add 15~30ml(1-2 tbsp) lemon juice,  
wine, stock, milk or water.  
- Always let the fish stand, covered, after  
cooking  
Whole Mackerel,  
Cleaned and prepared  
Whole Trout, Cleaned P-HI  
& Prepared  
5-7 min.  
5-7 min.  
Salmon steaks  
P-HI  
NOTE : The above times should be regarded only as a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes  
and preferences. The times may vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.  
Frozen meat, poultry and fish must be thoroughly thawed before cooking.  
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Reheating chart  
• Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns.  
• When heating pre-packaged ready-cooked foods, always follow the pack instructions carefully.  
• If you freeze foods which were bought from the fresh or chilled counters, remember that they should be  
thoroughly thawed before following the heating instructions on the packed. It’s worth putting a note on  
them so that other members of the household will remember too.  
• Remember metal ties and transfer food from foil containers before reheating.  
• Chilled(refrigerated) food takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature (such as just-cooled  
food or food from the store cupboard).  
• All foods should be reheated using full microwave power.  
Item  
Baby food  
128g jar  
Cooking time  
Special Instructions  
20 sec.  
Empty into a small serving bowl.  
Stir well once or twice during heating.  
Before serving, check the temperature carefully.  
Baby milk  
Stir or shake well and pour into a sterilized bottle.  
Before serving, shake well and check the temperature  
carefully.  
100ml / 4fl.oz.  
225ml / 8fl.oz.  
20-30 sec.  
40-50 sec.  
Sandwich roll or bun  
1 roll  
Wrap in paper towel and place on glass microwaveable  
rack. *Note : Do not use recycled paper towels.  
20-30 sec.  
5-7 min.  
Lasagna  
Place lasagna on microwaveable plate.  
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.  
1 serving  
(10 1/2 oz./300g)  
Casserole  
1 cup  
4 cups  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
2-4 min.  
6-8 min.  
Mashed potatoes  
1 cup  
4 cups  
3-4 min.  
7-9 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
Baked beans  
1 cup  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
3-4 min.  
Ravioli or pasta in sauce  
1 cup  
4 cups  
4-5 min.  
8-10 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
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VEGETABLE CHART  
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45ml cold water(2-3 tbsp.) for every 250g unless  
another water quantity is recommended - see table. Cook covered for the minimum time - see table.  
Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or  
butter after cooking. Cover during a standing time of 3 minutes.  
Hint : cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they are cut, the quicker they will  
cook.  
All vegetables should be cooked using full microwave power.  
Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables  
Vegetables  
Broccoli  
Weight  
1/2 lb./250g  
1 lb./500g  
Time  
Comments  
Prepare even sized florets.  
Arrange the stems to the centre.  
Add 60-75ml(5-6tbsp.) water.  
Cut carrots into even sized slices.  
4-5 min  
6-8 min  
Brussels sprouts 1/2 lb./250g  
5-6 min  
4-5 min  
Carrots  
1/2 lb./250g  
Cauliflower  
1/2 lb./250g  
1 lb./500g  
4-5 min  
6-8 min  
Prepare even sized florets. Cut big florets into  
halves. Arrange stems to the centre.  
Courgettes  
Egg plants  
1/2 lb./250g  
1/2 lb./250g  
1/2 lb./250g  
4-5 min  
4-5 min  
4-5 min  
Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30ml(2tbsp.) water  
or a knob of butter. Cook until just tender.  
Cut egg plants into small slices and sprinkle with 1  
tablespoon lemon juice.  
Leeks  
Cut leeks into thick slices.  
Mushrooms  
0.3 lb./125g  
1/2 lb./250g  
2-3 min  
3-5 min  
Prepare small whole or sliced mushrooms. Do not  
add any water. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spice with  
salt and pepper. Drain before serving.  
Onions  
1/2 lb./250g  
3-4 min  
3-5 min  
Cut onions into slices or halves. Add only  
15ml(1tbsp.) water.  
Pepper  
1/2 lb./250g  
Cut pepper into small slices.  
Potatoes  
1/2 lb./250g  
1 lb./500g  
4-6 min  
6-8 min  
Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut them into  
similar sized halves or quarters.  
Turnip cabbage 1/2 lb./250g  
5-7 min  
Cut turnip cabbage into small cubes.  
Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables  
Vegetables  
spinach  
Weight  
Time  
Instructions  
Add 15ml(1tbsp.) cold water.  
Add 30ml(2 tbsp.) cold water.  
Add 15ml(1 tbsp.) cold water.  
Add 30ml(2t tbsp.) cold water.  
Add 15ml(1ttbsp.) cold water.  
0.3 lb./125g  
1/2 lb./250g  
1/2 lb./250g  
1/2 lb./250g  
1/2 lb./250g  
2-3 min  
5-6 min  
4-5 min  
5-6 min  
4-5 min  
broccoli  
Peas  
Green beans  
Mixed vegetables  
(carrots/peas/corn)  
Mixed vegetables  
(Chinese style)  
1/2 lb./250g  
5-6 min  
Add 15ml(1 tbsp.) cold water.  
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RECIPES  
TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP  
1 oz.(25g) butter  
1 medium onion, chopped  
1 large carrot & 1 large potato, chopped  
13/4lb(800g) canned, chopped tomatoes  
juice and grated rind of 1 small orange  
11/2pints(900ml) hot vegetable stock  
salt and pepper to taste  
1. Melt the in a large bowl on P-HI for 1 minute.  
2. Add the onion, carrot and potato and cook on P-  
HI for 6 minutes. stir halfway through cooking.  
3. Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind and  
stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and  
pepper to taste. Cover the bowl and cook on P-  
HI for 12 minutes. stir 2-3 times during cooking,  
until the vegetables are tender.  
4. Blend and serve immediately.  
FRENCH ONION SOUP  
1 large onions, sliced  
1 tbsp (15ml) corn oil  
2 oz.(50g) plain flour  
2 pints(1.2 liters) hot meat  
or vegetable stock  
salt and pepper to taste  
2 tbsp (30ml) parsley, chopped  
4 thick slices French bread  
2 oz.(50g) cheese, grated  
1. Place the onion and oil a bowl, mix well and  
cook on P-HI for 2 minutes.  
2. Stir in the flour to make a paste and gradually  
add stack. Season and add the parsley.  
3. Cover the bowl and cook on P-80 for 12  
minutes.  
4. Pour the soup into serving bowls, submerge  
bread and sprinkle generously with cheese.  
5. Cook on P-80 for 2 minutes, until the cheese  
has melted.  
STIR FRIED VEGETABLES  
1 tbsp(15ml) sunflower oil  
2 tbsp (30ml) soy sauce  
1 tbsp (15ml) sherry  
1. Place the oil, soy sauce, sherry, ginger, garlic  
and carrots in a large bowl, mix thoroughly  
2. Cover and cook on P-HI for 2-3 minutes, stirring  
once.  
1"(2.5cm) root ginger,  
peeled and finely grated  
2 medium carrots, cut into fine strips  
4 oz.(100g) button mushrooms,  
chopped  
3. Add the button mushrooms, beansprouts,  
mange-tout, red pepper, spring onions, water  
chestnuts and chinese leaves. Mix thoroughly.  
4. Cook on P-HI for 4-5 minutes, until the  
vegetables are tender. Stir 2-3 times during  
cooking.  
2 oz.(50g) beansprouts  
4 oz.(100g) mange-tout  
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced  
4 spring onions, chopped  
4 oz.(100g) canned water chestnuts,  
sliced  
Stir fried vegetables are ideally served with  
meat or fish.  
1/4 head of chinese leaves, thinly sliced  
HONEYED CHICKEN  
4 boneless chicken breasts  
2 tbsp(30ml) clear honey  
1 tbsp(15ml) whole grain mustard  
1/2 tsp(2.5ml) dried tarragon  
1 tbsp(15ml) tomato puree  
1/4 pint(150ml) chicken stock  
1. Place the chicken breasts in a casserole dish.  
2. Mix all remaining ingredients together and pour  
over the chicken. Salt and pepper to taste.  
3. Cook on P-HI for 11-12 minutes. Rearrange and  
coat the chicken with the sauce twice during  
cooking.  
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BLUE CHEESE & CHIVE JACKETS  
2 baking potatoes,  
(approx.9 oz.(250g) each)  
2 oz.(50g) butter  
4 oz.(100g) blue cheese, chopped  
1 tbsp(15ml) fresh chives, chopped  
2 oz.(50g) mushrooms, sliced  
salt and pepper to taste  
1. Prick each potato in several places. Cook on P-  
HI for 10-11 minutes. Halve and scoop the flesh  
into a bowl, add the butter, cheese, chives,  
mushrooms, salt and pepper, mix thoroughly.  
2. Pile mixture into the potato skins and place in a  
flan dish, on the rack.  
3. Cook on P-50 for 10 minutes.  
WHITE SAUCE  
1 oz.(25g) butter  
1. Place the butter in a bowl and cook on P-HI for 1  
minute, until melted.  
2. Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on P-  
HI for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes until  
thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to  
taste.  
1 oz.(25g) plain flour  
1/2 pint(300ml) milk  
salt and pepper to taste  
STRAWBERRY JAM  
11/2 lb.(675g) strawberries, hulled  
3 tbsp(45ml) lemon juice  
11/2 lb.(675g) caster sugar  
1. Place strawberries and lemon juice in a very large  
bowl, heat on P-HI for 5 minutes, or until the fruit  
has softened. Add sugar, mix well.  
2. Cook on P-70 for 20-25 minutes, until setting  
point*is reached, stir every 4-5 minutes.  
3. Pour into hot, clean jars. Cover, seal and label.  
* setting point : To determine setting point, place 1  
tsp(5ml)jam onto chilled saucer. Allow to stand for  
1 minute. Move surface of jam gently with your  
finger, if the surface wrinkles setting point has  
been reached.  
PLAIN MICROWAVE CAKE  
4 oz.(100g) margarine  
4 oz.(100g) sugar  
1. line the base of 8" (20.4cm) cake dish with  
grease-proof paper.  
1 eggs  
2. Cream the margarine and sugar together until  
light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and fold in the  
sifted flour alternately with the milk.  
4 oz.(100g) self raising flour, sifted  
2-3 tbsp(30-45ml) milk  
3. Pour into prepared container. Cook on P-HI for 3-  
4 minutes, until a skewer comes out cleanly.  
4. Leave the cake to stand for 5 minutes before  
turning out.  
OMELETTS  
1/2 oz.(15g) butter  
1. Whisk together eggs and milk.  
4 eggs  
6 tbsp(90ml) milk  
salt & pepper  
2. Place butter in 10"(26cm) flan dish. Cook on P-HI  
for 1 minute, until melted. Coat the dish with the  
melted butter.  
3. Pour omelette mixture into flan dish. Cook on P-  
HI for 2 minutes. whisk mixture and cook again on  
P-HI for 1 minutes.  
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SCRAMBLED EGG  
1/2 oz.(15g) butter  
2 eggs  
2 tbsp(30ml) milk  
salt & pepper  
1. Melt the butter in a bowl on P-HI for 1 minute.  
2. Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well.  
3. Cook on P-HI for 2 minutes, stirring every 30  
seconds.  
SAVORY MINCE  
1 small onion, diced  
1 clove garlic, crushed  
1 tsp(5ml) oil  
7 oz.(200g) can chopped tomatoes  
1 tbsp(15ml) tomato puree  
1 tsp(5ml) mixed herbs  
8 oz.(225g) minced beef  
salt and pepper  
1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, and cook  
on P-HI for 2 minutes or until soft.  
2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well.  
3. Cover and cook on P-HI for 4 minutes then P-50  
for  
7-10 minutes or until the meat is cooked.  
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Microwave Oven Warranty  
MC Appliance Corporation warrants each new Microwave Oven to be free from defects in  
material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part(s) (at  
the company’s option) for any part(s) of the unit that has failed during the warranty period. Parts  
and labor expenses are covered on this unit for a period of one year after the date of purchase. In  
addition MC Appliance Corporation warrants the Magnetron (parts only) to be free from defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of 8 years. The consumer is responsible for all labor and  
transportation expenses related to the diagnosis and replacement of the Magnetron after the  
initial one- year warranty expires. If in the event the unit requires replacement or refund under the  
terms of this warranty the consumer is responsible for all transportation expenses to return the  
unit to our factory prior to receiving a replacement unit or refund. A copy of the dated sales  
receipt / invoice is required to receive warranty service.  
This warranty covers appliances in use within the continental United States, Puerto Rico and  
Hawaii. The warranty does not cover the following:  
• Damages due to shipping damage or improper installation.  
• Damages due to misuse or abuse.  
• Content losses due to failure of the unit.  
• Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents.  
• Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instruction on  
proper use of the product or improper installation.  
• Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.  
• Failure of this product if used for other then its intended purpose.  
• Disposal costs of failed units not returned to our factory.  
• Any delivery / installation costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails to perform as specified.  
• Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance is located in a  
remote area where service by an authorized service technician is not available.  
• The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is  
not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.  
This warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied and no representative or person is  
authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of this product. Under  
no circumstances is the consumer permitted to return this unit to the factory without prior written  
consent from MC Appliance Corporation  
Model  
Parts  
Labor  
Magnetron (Part Only)  
Type of Service  
MCB990ARW  
MCB990ARB  
One-Year  
One-Year  
Eight Years  
Carry In  
For Service or Assistance please call 888 775-0202  
 

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