Oster OGYM1602
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1. User s Manual 1 6 Cu Ft Countertop Microwave Model OGYM1602 GLN080112 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY INSTALLATION GUIDE GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL PRODUCT DIAGRAM INSTALLING THE TURNTABLE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SETTING THE CLOCK MICROWAVE COOKING EXPRESS COOK SETTING THE TIMER MULTI STAGE COOKING DELAY START DEFROST CHILD LOCK SENSOR COOK SPECIAL FEATURE COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE COOKING TECHNIQUES CLEANING AND CARE BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICES SPECIFICATIONS gt DOAN Y JO O O O O R PD u m m a N N O IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MICROWAVE WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy basic safety precautions should be followed including the following 1 2 10 11 12 14 15 Read all instructions before using the microwave oven Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on page 3 This microwave must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlets See page 4 for grounding instructions Install or place this microwave only in accordance with installation instructions Some produce such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars are abl2. STOP CANCEL pad Input time 5 minutes and power level 100 cooking program Touch COOK pad Input time 10 minutes and power level 50 cooking program Touch START 30 SEC pad Et er DOZ OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS continued NOTE Only microwave cooking can be set in a multi stage cooking mode The oven can be cook for up to 3 cooking stage DELAY START Suppose you want to set the oven to start at 2 o clock STEPS 1 Setcooking program 2 Touch DELAY START pad 3 Touch number pads to enter time 4 Press START 30 SEC pad NOTE 1 EXPRESS COOK SENSOR COOK and DEFROST cannot be preset 2 To cancel delay start function press DELAY START and then press STOP CANCEL pad within 3 seconds 3 CHILD LOCK is available after DELAY START is set When it reaches the pre set time the CHILD LOCK will be cancel automatically and the oven will start working DEFROST The oven could be used to defrost food on the weight you entered The defrosting time and power level are automatically set once the weight is programmed The weight varies from 100g to 18009 FOR EXAMPLE Suppose you want to defrost 600g shrimp 1 Place the shrimp to be defrosted into the oven 2 Press DEFROST button to select food weight 3 Press START 30 SEC button Note During defrosting process the system will pause to remind user to turn food over after that press START 30 SEC to resume CHILD LOCK Use to prevent unsupervised
3. longer cord should be arranged so it will not drape over the counter or tabletop RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE e Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV check that the microwave oven is on a different circuit relocated the radio or TV as far away from the oven as feasible or check position and signal of receiving antenna CONTROL PANEL pa a e MENU ACTION SCREEN Cooking time power indicators and present time are displayed e QUICK COOK BUTTONS Instant settings to cook popular foods e NUMBER PADS 0 9 Touch to set clock cooking time or enter food weight e MORE LESS Used to add or reduce time from cooking e POWER Use to set microwave power levels e TIMER Timer functions independently even while a cooking program is in AIZ process 1 E e e CLOCK Era Bajm Eee Tur Touch to set the clock time e DEFROST R gt gt dek Easy settings to defrost according to weight entered e COOK 7 A PRE Touch to set multi stage cook program f e START 30 SEC M r 1 L a Touch to start the oven also use to add cooking time during cooking process START St Lay e STOP CANCEL feat Touch to stop the oven or reset the oven before setting a program DELAY START LR Use to set the oven to start at a preset time PRODUCT DIAGRAM Door Safety Lock System Oven Windo
4. 0 10 times 10 P 10 11 times 0 P 00 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS continued Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 60 1 Touch POWER to select power level 2 Use the number pads to enter cooking time 3 Press START 30 Sec NOTE 1 If you prefer 100 power level you can omit the first step 2 You can check power level during cooking by pressing POWER 3 After total time has elapsed signals sound and END appears in display Touch STOP CANCEL or open oven door to clear END before starting another cooking function EXPRESS COOK Express cook is particularly useful for food of small size Press the number pads from 1 to 6 to choose cooking time 1 min to 6 min then the oven will start cooking at 100 power level SETTING THE TIMER 1 Touch TIMER pad 2 Enter the time by touching the number pads 3 Touch START 30 SEC pad NOTE 1 The maximum time you can enter is 99 minutes and 99 seconds 2 To cancel the timer press TIMER and then press STOP CANCEL pad within 3 seconds 3 The timer can be set in standby mode and cooking mode However during sensor cook the timer function is unavailable 4 When the countdown ends the buzzer will beep to remind you MULTI STAGE COOKING The oven has the ability to be programmed to do several consecutive functions Suppose you want set the following cooking program 1 stage Cook for 5 minutes at 100 2 stage Cook for 10 minutes at 50 STEPS Touch
5. ANCEL during Pizza cooking the system returns to standby mode immediately 3 Do not use the sensor features twice in succession on the Beverage same food portion it may result in severely overcooked or burnt food If food is undercooked after the countdown use time cooking Frozen dinner for additional cooking time 4 For Beverage press BEVERAGE and then number pad 1 or Reheat 2 to select number of servings SPECIAL FEATURE AUTO REMINDER After a cooking or a defrost program beeps sound and END appears in display Touch STOP CANCEL pad or open oven door to clear END before starting another cooking function ADD COOKING TIME In standby mode you can press START 30 SEC to cook for 30 seconds at 100 power level During cooking you can also add the cooking time by pressing START 30 SEC to add 30 sec each time the maximum cooking time you can set is 99 minutes and 59 seconds COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE This section lists which utensils can be used in this microwave which have limited use for short periods and which should not be used in this microwave RECOMMENDED Microwave browning dish Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks chops or pancakes Follow the directions provided with your browning dish Microwaveable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food Paper towels and napkins Use for
6. an 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 Improper use of the grounding plug can result in risk of electric shock ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS e The electrical requirements for this microwave are a 120V 60Hz AC only 20 amp e Itis recommended that a separate circuit serving only the microwave be provided e The microwave is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a wall outlet properly installed and grounded POWER CORD e A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord e Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is taken in using them e f using a longer cord the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical marking of the microwave itself and the extension cord must be a grounded type 3 wire cord The
7. atters Do not allow the control panel to become wet Clean with a soft damp cloth When cleaning the panel leave the microwave door open to prevent it from accidentally turning on If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the door wipe with a soft cloth This may occur when the microwave is operated under high humidity This is normal It may be occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning Wash the tray in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher The roller ring and microwave floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise Wipe the bottom surface of the microwave with a mild detergent The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water or in a dishwasher When removing the roller ring be sure to replace it in the proper position Remove odors from your microwave by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a microwaveable bowl Microwave for 5 minutes Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth If the light bulb burns out please contact customer service 1 866 257 3336 to have it replaced 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 surfaces that could adversely affect the life of the unit and could possibly result in a hazardous situation Please do not dispose of this appliance into a regular garbage receptacle Please check to see where you can dispose s
8. ay through heating c Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks d After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave a short time before removing e Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying in this microwave It is difficult to control the temperature of oil in microwave oven Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes whole squash apples and chestnuts before cooking The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked before serving in order to avoid burns Cooking utensils may become hot from heat transferred from the heated food Pot holders may be needed to handle these utensils Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not store or use this microwave outdoors Do not use this microwave near water for example near a kitchen sink in a wet basement near a swimming pool or similar location SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued 16 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 17 Do not immerse the cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter 18 Use only thermometers specifically designed for microwaves 19 Do not operate any heating or cooking
9. e to explode and should not be heated in this oven This microwave is intended for use only as described in this manual Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this microwave This type of microwave is specifically designed to heat cook or dry foods It is not designed for laboratory use As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend to the microwave when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the microwave to facilitate cooking b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing in oven c If materials inside the microwave should ignite keep microwave door closed turn it off and disconnect the power cord or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel d Do not use the microwave cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use Liquids such as water coffee or tea are able to overheat 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 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 To reduce the risk of injury a Do not overheat the liquid b Stir the liquid both before and halfw
10. he door If there are any damages do not operate the microwave and contact Customer Service at 1 866 257 3336 3 This microwave must be placed on a flat stable surface to hold its weight and the heaviest food likely to be cooked inside 4 Do not place the oven where heat moisture or high humidity is generated Do not place microwave near combustible materials 5 For correct operation the oven must have sufficient air flow Allow 8 of space above the microwave 4 at the back and 2 on each side of the unit 6 Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave Do not remove microwave feet Do not operate the oven without the glass tray roller support and shaft in their proper positions 7 Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the microwave or over any hot or sharp surface 8 The socket must be readily accessible so the microwave can be easily unplugged in an emergency GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This microwave must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current 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 For questions regarding the grounding instructions please contact our Customer Support Center at 1 866 257 3336 Consult a qualified electrician or servicem
11. hen cooking large foods such as roasts STANDING Foods cooked in a microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after heating stops Let foods stand to complete cooking especially for foods such as cakes and whole vegetables Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas All liquids such as soup or hot chocolate should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete When heating baby food stir well after removing from microwave and test temperature before serving ADDING MOISTURE e Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules e Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly e Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook CLEANING AND CARE Turn off the microwave and unplug the power cord from the wall socket when cleaning 10 11 Keep the inside of the microwave clean When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to microwave walls wipe with a damp cloth Mild detergents may be used if the microwave gets very dirty Avoid using spray or other harsh cleaners They may stain streak or dull the door surface The outside of the microwave should be cleaned with a damp cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the microwave water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spl
12. operation of the oven by little children The Child Lock indicator will show on display screen and the oven cannot be operated while the Child Lock is set To set In standby mode press and hold the STOP CANCEL button for 3 seconds a beep sounds and lock indicator lights To cancel Press and hold the STOP CANCEL button for 3 seconds until lock indicator light on display turns off OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS continued SENSOR COOK The sensor features detect the increasing humidity released during cooking The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food Suppose you want to cook potatoes 1 Place the food in the oven and close the door press POTATO pad the oven starts detecting immediately Two beeps will sound to signal error operation if door is opened 2 Error may occur to the system sensor or else in this case the system will stop automatically with the display showing E 5 beeps sound until STOP CANCEL is pressed 3 When steam is sensed corresponding cooking time appears on display and begins counting down You can press MORE or LESS to adjust the cooking time the maximum cooking time you can set is 99 minutes 59 seconds Turn or stir food if necessary SENSOR COOKING CHART Food Pad Note Potato 1 During cooking process you may touch the MORE or LESS pad to extend or shorten the cooking time each touch for 10 Popcorn seconds 2 If you open the oven door or press STOP C
13. short term heating and covering these absorb excess moisture and prevent splattering Do not use recycled paper towels which may contain metal and could ignite Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating and cooking Paper plates and cups Use for short term heating at low temperatures Do not use recycled paper which may contain metal and could ignite Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and follow all directions Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers may be used on microwaved food once the food has been removed from the microwave LIMITED USE Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your microwave so be careful Keep 1 between foil and microwave cavity Ceramic porcelain and stoneware Use these if they are labeled Microwave Safe If they are not labeled test them to make sure they can be used safely Plastic Only use if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics may melt NOT RECOMMENDED Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave lt can shatter and cause damage and injury Paper bags These are a fire hazard except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use Styrofoam plates and cups These can melt and leave unhealthy residue on food Plastic storage and food containers Containers
14. such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave Metal utensils These can damage your microwave Remove all metal before cooking Note e Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving place the empty dish in the microwave and microwave on high for 30 seconds A dish that becomes very hot should not be used 10 COOKING TECHNIQUES Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking provided you keep these considerations in mind STIRRING e Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly e Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats quicker so stir from the outside to the center e The microwave will turn off when you open the door to stir your food ARRANGEMENT e Arrange evenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or chops with the thicker meatier parts towards the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy e To prevent overcooking place delicate areas such as asparagus tips towards the center of the turntable SHIELDING e Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips the ends of poultry legs and corners of square baking dishes e Use only small amounts of aluminum foil as larger amounts may damage your microwave TURNING Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy This is especially important w
15. uch appliances BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Before asking for service please check each item below Check to ensure the microwave is plugged in securely If not remove the plug from the outlet wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker If these seem to be operating properly test the outlet with another appliance Check to ensure the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set Check to ensure the door is securely closed engaging the door safety lock system If the door is not properly closed the microwave energy will not flow inside 12 SPECIFICATIONS Power Consumption 120V 60Hz 1450W Microwave Output 1000W Operation Frequency 2450MHz Outside Dimensions HxWxD 12 1 4x21 3 4x18 1 2 in Oven Cavity Dimensions HxW xD 9 13 16x15 3 4x17 in Oven Capacity 1 6 cu ft Cooking Uniformity Turntable System Net Weight Approx 38 3 lb 13 Oster 2012 Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions All rights reserved Oster logo is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products Inc used under license Distributed by Guangdong Galanz Microwave Oven and Electrical Appliances Manufacturing Co Ltd Shunde Foshan Guangdong 528305 China For service support and warranty information call 1 866 257 3336 14
16. under this microwave 20 Be certain the glass tray and roller rings are in place when using the microwave 21 When cleaning microwave surface and door use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth 22 This microwave should be serviced only by qualified service personnel For service and repair please contact our Customer Support Center at 1 866 257 3336 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 1 Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks 2 Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces 3 Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the a Door bent b Hinges and latches broken or loosened c Door seals and sealing surfaces 4 The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION GUIDE 1 Make sure all packing materials are removed from inside the microwave door 2 Check the microwave for damage such as misaligned or bent door damaged door seals and sealing surface broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents inside the cavity or on t
17. w Roller Ring Shaft Door Release Button Control Panel Wave Guide Glass Tray NOD O om INSTALLING THE TURNTABLE Never place the glass tray upside down The glass tray should never be restricted Both the glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking All food and containers of food should always be placed on the glass tray for cooking If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly cracks or breaks contact your nearest authorized service center OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS ONE SIGNAL Oven accepts the entry TWO SIGNALS Oven does not accept the entry please check and try again SETTING THE CLOCK 1 Touch CLOCK pad once or twice to set the clock in 12 or 24 hour cycle 2 Use the number pads to enter clock time 3 Touch CLOCK pad again NOTE You can check the clock time during cooking by touching the CLOCK pad MICROWAVE COOKING For pure microwave cooking there are 11 power levels from which to choose one as the best The longest cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds You can select the power level by pressing POWER di a Cooking Power Once 100 P100 Twice 90 P 90 3 times 80 P 80 4 times 70 P 70 5 times 60 P 60 6 times 50 P 50 7 times 40 P 40 8 times 30 P 30 9 times 20 P 2
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