Magic Chef MCD990STG User's Manual
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1. Pork 5 lb 4 oz 3 Press number pads to enter weight The display shows entered weight 4 Touch START Pad The display counts down the cooking time Converting Fractions of a Pound to Ounces NOTE Rees of a Ounces 1 Meat must be defrosted and at Less than 03 0 refrigerated temperature 03 to 09 1 2 Weight must be in pounds and 10 to 15 2 ounces 16 to 21 3 D2 to 27 4 3 Ounce weights less than 10 must be 28 to 34 5 preceded by a 0 If label gives weight 35 to 40 6 in pounds only change the fraction of a fA 10250 ti pound to ounces using the left chart 47 to 53 8 54 to 59 9 4 Turn meat over when oven signals 60 to 65 10 twice Touch START to resume 66 to 71 11 cooking 72 to 78 12 3 79 to 84 13 5 After total cooking time 4 signals 85 to 90 14 sound and END appears in display 91 to 97 15 Touch STOP CLEAR or open oven Above 97 Go to next even door to clear END before starting another cooking function 6 Let meat stand few minutes before carving SETTING DEFROST BY WEIGHT 1 Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad ENTER LB indicator light and 0 is displayed 2 Press number pads to enter weight The display shows entered weight 3 Touch START pad 12 NOTE 1 Weight must be in pounds and ounces Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceded by a 0 If label gives weight in pounds only change2. WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING 1 Press STOP CLEAR pad STOP CLEAR NOTE You can restart the oven by pressing START pad Touch STOP CLEAR to erase all instructions 2 Open the door NOTE You can restart the oven by closing the door and pressing START pad 10 11 CLEANING AND CARE Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning Keep the inside of the oven clean When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls wipe with a damp cloth Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain streak or dull the door surface The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings Wipe the door and window on both sides the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters Do not use abrasive cleaner Do not allow the control panel to become wet Clean with a soft damp cloth When cleaning the control panel leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on 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 condition And it is normal It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning Wash the tray in w
3. for microwaving place the empty dish in the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds A dish which becomes very hot should not be used SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS COOKING TECHNIQUES Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking provided you keep these considerations in mind Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly so stir from the outside to the center The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces or chops with the thicker meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy To prevent overcooking place delicate areas such as asparagus tips toward the center of the turntable Shielding 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 Use only small amounts of aluminum foil Larger amounts can damage your oven Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy This is especially important with large foods such as roasts Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after heating stops Let foods stand to complete co
4. 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 has expired 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 replacement unit or a refund 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 nside components such as door panels door shelves racks light bulbs etc 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 than 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
5. the fraction of a pound to ounces using the chart on this page 2 Turn food over when oven beep twice Touch START pad to resume defrosting 3 After total defrosting time 4 beeps sound and END appears in display Touch STOP CLEAR or open oven door to clear END before starting another cooking function SETTING DEFROST BY TIME 1 Touch DEFROST BY TIME pad ENTER DEF TIME indicators light and is displayed 2 Press number pads to enter time The display shows the entered time 3 Touch START pad NOTE 1 After time has elapsed four beeps sound and END appears in display Touch RESET pad or open door to clear END before starting another cooking function 2 After setting DEFROST BY TIME oven can be programmed to automatically switch to one or two Stage cooking A For defrost by time and one stage cooking follow steps above Before touching START pad touch COOK pad enter time and power level Then touch START pad B For defrost by time and two stage cooking follow steps above Before touching START pad enter two stage cooking programs 13 SPECIAL FEATURES In this special feature section you can find easy settings to cooking popular food POPCORN This feature allows a regular sized bag 99g or approximately 3 50z of popcorn to be popped 1 Press POPCORN pad once CODE indicator lights and preprogrammed cooking time 2 50 is displayed 2 Press START pad Cooking time is counted do
6. to perform as specified 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 Corp Model Parts Labor Magnetron Part Only Type of Service MCD990STG One Year One Year Eight Years Carry In For Service or Assistance please call 888 775 0202 or visit us on the web at www magicchef ewave com
7. 4 oz 1 Press REHEAT pad REHEAT ENTER AMT indicators light Display shows total cooking weight Cooking time displayed and counted down the time remaining ENTER AMT indicators light The display will show the entered weight Preprogrammed cooking time is displayed and counted down ENTER AMT indicators light The display will show the entered weight Preprogrammed cooking time is displayed and counted down CODE indicator lights and preprogrammed cooking time 4 10 is displayed NOTE Touch the reheat pad will allow the reheating of a chilled dinner plate 2 Press START pad Preprogrammed cooking time is counted down OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES MINUTE TIMER The timer works independently as a reminder and the time countdown ends in beeping 1 Press TIMER pad ENTER TIMER TIME indicators light and will be displayed 2 Use the numeric pads to enter the The display will show the entered time time to be counted down 3 Press START pad CHILD SAFETY LOCK The lock prevents unsupervised operation by little children To set STOP CLEAR the lock Press STOP CLEAR pad for 3 seconds then a beep will sound and the LOCK indicator light will come on In the lock state all pads are disabled To cancel the lock Press STOP CLEAR pad for 3 seconds then a beep will sound and the indicator light will come off TO STOP THE OVEN
8. 900W 2450MHz 12 H X20 W X16 7 D 8 5 H x 13 8 W X 13 D 0 9 cu ft Approx 34 4lbs PART NAMES Door Safety Lock System Oven Window Oven Air Vent Shaft Roller Ring Glass Tray PIO OT a Qo I a Control Panel SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL BAKED POTATO PIZZA la POPCORN BEVI FROZEN DINNER ERAGE REH a 1 C CLOCK START 2 D owen eoor COOK 8 DEFROST BY DEFROST BY WEIGHT WEIGHT TIME STOP GL TIMER EAR A Please see the following pages for more detail DISPLAY SCREEN Cooking time power indicators and present time are displayed QUICK COOK POPCORN BEVERAGE BAKED POTATO FROZEN DINNER PIZZA REHEAT Allow you to reheat or cook food automatically without entering power level or time POWER Use to set power level COOK Cook at one power level for a period of time then the oven automatically switches to another power level for the rest of cooking time DEFROST BY WEIGHT Touch to set the weight of the food to be defrosted the oven automatically sets the defrosting time and power level COOK BY WEIGHT Touch to enter weight of meat accurately The oven automatically sets the cooking time and power level DEFROST BY TIME Touch to set defrosting time the oven automatically divid
9. OWNER S MANUAL Sy magic Chef SO RIGHT AT HOME 0 9 cu ft Stainless Steel Microwave Oven MCD990STG y magic Chef 1 READ these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven Keep them for further reference 2 Record in the space below the SERIAL NO found on the nameplate on your oven and retain this information for future reference SERIAL NO PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY a 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 b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow food debris or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c 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 Door bent Hinges and latches broken or loosened Door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS eeeeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeneeeaeeeaeeeaeesseeseeeseaeseaeeeaeeneeeneeeaaes 2 INSTALLATION GUIDE sics ccsecccke tech face os Seen apota cas itai hd ca devine tatdesavvues d
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11. arm sudsy water or in a dishwasher The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy water or dishwasher When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning be sure to replace in the proper position Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a deep microwaveable bowl microwave for 5 minutes Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation Please do not dispose this appliance into the domestic rubbish bin it should be disposed to the particular disposal center provided by the municipalities SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 17 Sy magic Chef SO RIGHT AT HOME Microwave Oven Warranty MC Appliance Corp 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 Corp warrants
12. be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds 99 99 10 Microwave cooking allows you to customize cooking power and time First you select a power level by pressing the POWER pad and numeric pads see the table below Then you set the cooking time using the numeric pads before pressing the START pad NOTE If you want to temporarily stop a cooking session press the STOP CLEAR pad once and then you can start the cooking again by press START or press the STOP CLEAR twice to cancel the cooking program altogether Press Number pads to select cooking power Press Power Description Power 100 100 High 9 90 90 8 80 80 7 70 70 Medium High 6 60 60 5 50 50 Medium 4 40 40 3 30 30 Med Low Defrost 2 20 20 1 10 10 Low B Two stage Cooking Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different cooking powers LESAGE NOTE Do not touch Follow steps 1 and 2 in One stage Cooking STOP CLEAR PAD 2 SET STAGE 2 Touch COOK pad then enter proper cooking NOTE Most 2 stage recipes use lower power time and lower power level 3 Press START pad SETTING COOK BY WEIGHT 1 Press COOK BY ENTER CODE indicators light WEIGHT WEIGHT Cook By Weight Code Description 2 Enter the one digit code by touching Code Type Max Weight the correct number pad 1 Beef 5 Ib 16 oz 2 Mutton 5 lb 16 oz 3
13. ce the risk of injury to person SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 a Do not overheat the liquid 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 Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying 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 because of heat transferred from the heated food Potholders may be needed to handle the utensil Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not store or use 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 Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or a plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surface Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counte
14. e above the oven 4 inches at back and 2 inches at both sides Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance Do not remove feet on which oven stands 6 Do not operate the oven without glass tray roller support and shaft in their proper positions 7 Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the oven or over any hot or sharp surface 8 The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an emergency GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance 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 WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Electrical Requirements The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 20 amp It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the oven be provided The oven is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded This unit is not designed for recreational vehicles Power Supply Cord 1 Ashort power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 2 If long cord or extension cord is used a The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical
15. es the defrosting time into periods of alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off TIMER You can use the TIMER function independently even while a cooking program is going on in the oven NUMBER PADS 0 9 Touch to stop cooking program or clear Touch to set times or amounts all previous settings before cooking CLOCK starts Touch to set the clock START STOP CLEAR Press to start cooking HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS BEEPS DURING OVEN SETTINGS ONE BEEP Oven accepts the entry TWO BEEPS Oven does not accept the entry Please check and try again SETTING THE CLOCK When the oven is first plugged in the display will briefly show ENTER CLOCK TIME you can set the clock time now or later To set the clock time later NOTE The clock works in 12 hour 2 Use the numeric pads in the The display stops blinking and the natural sequence of time to enter colon starts blinking This digital clock clock time allows you to set from 1 00 to 12 59 3 Press CLOCK to confirm MICROWAVE COOKING A One stage Cooking 1 Press number pads to enter cooking The display will show entered cooking time until the correct cooking time is time displayed 2 Press POWER pad The COOK indicator lights Select the desired power level by The display will show the entered touch the numeric pads power level NOTE If steps 2 is omitted the 3 Press START pad oven will cook at full power NOTE You oven can
16. oking especially 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 Let liquids stand a moment before serving When heating baby food stir well at removal and test the temperature before serving Adding moisture Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperse evenly Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE If the oven fails to operate A Check to ensure that the oven is plugged appliance in securely If it is not remove the plug C Check to ensure that the control panel is from the outlet wait 10 seconds and plug it programmed correctly and the timer is set in again securely D Check to ensure that the door is securely B Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped closed engaging the door safety lock main circuit breaker If these seem to be system Otherwise the microwave energy operating properly test the outlet with another will not flow into the oven If none of the above rectify the situation Please visit our website at www magicchef ewave com to request service or contact our customer support dept at 888 775 0202 SPECIFICATIONS 120V 60Hz 1350W Microwave
17. ons 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 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 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 monitor appliance when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven c If materials inside the oven should 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 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 To redu
18. ontain metal and could ignite e Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering e Thermometers Use only those labeled Microwave Safe and follow all directions Check the food in several places Conventional thermometers may be used on microwave food once the food has been removed from the oven SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Limited Use Aluminum foil Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas Using too much foil can damage your oven so be careful 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 e Plastic Use only if labeled Microwave Safe Other plastics can melt Straw wicker and wood Use only for short term heating such as warming dinner rolls for a few seconds baskets and bowls may be flammable Not Recommended e Glass jars and bottles Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave It can shatter and cause damage and injury e 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 an unhealthy residue on food Plastic storage and food containers Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave e Metal utensils These can damage your oven Remove all metal before cooking Note Should you wish to check if a dish is safe
19. r Use only thermometers which are specifically designed for use in microwave ovens Do not operate any heating or cooking appliance beneath this appliance Be certain the glass tray and roller rings are in place when you operate the oven WARNING It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy If there is any damage do not operate the oven and contact MC Appliance Corp for service When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION GUIDE 1 Make sure that all the packing materials are removed from the inside of the door 2 Check the oven for any 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 the door If there is any damage do not operate the oven but contact qualified service personnel 3 This microwave oven must be placed on a flat stable surface to hold its weight and the heaviest food likely to be cooked in the oven 4 Do not place the oven where heat moisture or high humidity are generated or near combustible materials 5 For correct operation the oven must have sufficient airflow Allow 8 inches of spac
20. rating of the appliance b The extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally Notes 1 If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions consult a qualified electrician or service person 2 Neither MC Appliance Corp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures UTENSILS GUIDE This section lists which utensils can be used in the microwave which ones have limited use for short periods and which ones should not be used in the microwave Recommended e 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 e Microwaveable plastic wrap Use to retain steam Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food e Paper towels and napkins Use for short term heating and covering these absorb excess moisture and prevent spattering Do not use recycled paper towels which may contain metal and could ignite e Glass and glass ceramic bowls and dishes Use for heating or cooking e Paper plates and cups Use for short term heating at low temperatures Do not use recycled paper which may c
21. wn NOTE 1 Popping time can vary from 2 4 minutes according to brand of popcorn 2 To reset POPCORN time 1 Tap POPCORN pad twice 2 Touch number pads to enter minutes and seconds 3 Touch START pad This new cooking time will remain whenever you touch the POPCORN pad until you reset it CAUTION Do not place bag directly on the turntable tray place bag on microwavable dish when cooking BAKED POTATO 1 Touch BAKED POTATO pad ENTER AMT indicators lights POTATO 2 Enter number of potatos by number The display will show the entered deals pads1 4 For 7 oz per entries 3 Press START pad Cooking time is counted down NOTE After the cooking program have finished let food stand in the oven for 5 10 minutes BEVERAGE For 4 5 oz coffee cups 1 Touch BEVERAGE pad once ENTER AMT indicators light BEVERAGE 2 Enter number of cups by number pad Display shows total cooking weight 1 4 3 Press START pad Cooking time displayed and counted down the time remaining For 8 oz coffee cups 1 Touch BEVERAGE pad twice BEVERAGE 2 Enter number of cups by number pad 1 4 3 Press START pad FROZEN DINNER For 8 oz per entree 1 Touch FROZENDINNER pad once FROZEN DINNER 2 Enter number of cups by number pad 1 2 3 Press START pad For 12 oz per entree 1 Touch FROZENDINNER pad twice FROZEN DINNER 2 Enter number of cups by number pad 1 2 3 Press START pad REHEAT For 11 1
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