Hotpoint MWH 121 User's Manual
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1. Baby bottles baby food jars and other similar recipients should be warmed up without lids as they can burst 11 Remove the plug from the socket Light Replacement Make sure that the oven is unplugged before cleaning The light bulb may only be replaced by the Technical the oven Support Service Don t use abrasive cleaning products Cleaning Outside 1 Clean the outside surface with neutral detergent lukewarm water and dry it with a damp cloth 2 Avoid water from entering the oven ventilation holes Inside 1 Clean the oven walls with a damp cloth after each use 2 Avoid water from entering the ventilation holes in the oven s interior 3 If some time has passed by since the last cleaning and the oven s interior is dirty place a glass of water on the tray and switch on the oven for 4 minutes on the highest setting Moisture will form on the oven walls which will be easily cleaned 4 The tray can be washed with regular dish washing detergent or in the dishwasher Door door seal and oven front 1 These parts should always be clean especially the contact surface between the door and the oven front to prevent microwave leakage 2 Use neutral detergent lukewarm water and dry the surface with a soft cloth 12 Solving Problems Repairs or interventions carried out by an unqualified serviceman can cause dangerous situations Every and any kind of repair or intervention should be done by the manufactu2. choose short periods to cook heat or defrost food with microwaves With long cooking periods the food may become dry and even begin to burn e Do not use the microwave oven for anything other than warming cooking or defrosting food e Do not operate the microwave oven without its tray nor when empty e Keep the microwave oven ventilation holes open Never cover any air vents or openings Eliminating e Eliminating the packing materials use the right bins when discarding all of packing materials This will ensure that the packaging materials are recycled The European Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance Practical advices e Use heat resistant ovenware made of glass glass ceramic and porcelain ceramic or heat resistant plastic These materials do not block the microwaves e This is not the case
3. beep and the appliance will be blocked It continues to display the time and the Safety Block unction indicator will light up 2 To unblock it press the STOP key for 3 seconds At the end of this time there is an alarm sound and the Display show the clock once again E Hotpoint Operating mode 1 Connect the oven to a suitable power source see the Installation Instructions 2 Open the door by pressing the Open button 3 Place the container with the food on the tray or grille 4 Select the desired function and cooking time in accordance with the description provided following chapters 5 Close the door and press the START Sd key 6 The microwave oven starts working The Display shows the functioning time decreasing Special Function DRINK 1 Place the drink approx 150 to 300 ml of coffee tea milk water etc in a heat resistant recipient on the turntable 2 Press the Special Function DRINK Cp key the Special Function Drink indicator light up 3 Press the START Sd key The oven starts working Special Function POPCORN 1 Place the corn 100 150 g in a heat resistant recipient with a lid Add a little butter or cooking oil and sprinkle with salt or sugar as desired 2 Press the Special Function POPCORN a key the Special Function Popcorn indicator light up 3 Press the START O key The oven starts working Special Function RICE 1 Place a cup of rice approx 200 g and 1
4. much To cook or heat food in plastic bags they should be perforated to allow vapour to escape thus preventing the bag from bursting Wooden recipients should not be used in the microwave Wood contains water which evaporates and may cause the recipient to crack Microwave Oven Maintenance e f in doubt about the use of glass glazed ceramic or porcelain dishes in the microwave oven do the following test Place the empty dish and a glass of water inside the microwave oven Close the door Set the Power Level Selector at maximum power Adjust the timer to 1 minute If during this test you hear any noise along with sparks turn off the oven immediately e Any kind of cookware that has this kind of behaviour or is very hot when removed from the oven should not be used in the microwave oven Glazed ceramic dish recipients contain many water molecules and heat a lot but can be used in the microwave oven If in doubt contact the supplier of the cookware and make sure that they are appropriate for microwaves Ml Hotpoint The use of glass lids plastic lids or plastic film is advisable because 1 They prevent the release of excessive vapours especially when cooking for longer periods 2 They increase the speed of heating food 3 They prevent the food from drying up 4 They prevent the loss of the food aroma The lids should have holes to avoid pressure Plastic film should be perforated
5. with ovenware made of metal The microwaves are obstructed which means that the food in closed containers remains cold Ensure that any metal objects e g a spoon are at least 2 cm away from the oven walls and the inside of the door The glass on the inside of the door could be damaged by sparks e To cook or defrost pieces of meat of irregular sizes you may cover the thinner parts with tin foil which should be kept at least 2 cm away from the oven walls otherwise these may cause an electric arc e Metal spits may be used as long as they are smaller than the pieces of meat e Crystal contains a percentage of lead which may cause it to crack if used in the microwave oven The same may happen to glass dishes with jagged edges Porcelain dishes may be used but they should not have hollow handles Humidity may be formed inside the hollow handles which will causes an increase in pressure that may cause them to break 10 This type of dish may heat considerably Painted glazed ceramic dishes may be used if the painting is done under the glaze Many glazes and colours contain metallic substances If this is the case they should not be used in the microwave as they may be damaged Recipients with silver and gold glazes may go dark Plastic dishes should be heat resistant at least 180 C or they may be deformed when used in the microwave Melamine dishes are not suitable for use in the microwave as they heat up too
6. Instructions for use Microwave Contents Installation 2 Installation Specifications Description of the appliance 3 Microwave oven function Beginning and use 5 Setting the clock Safety Block Operating mode Special Function DRINK Special Function POPCORN Special Function FRESH VEGETABI Microwave Function Defrost by weight Automatic Defrost by tome Manual Important notes During operation Interrupting the operation Working with microwaves T op MWH 121 z Precautions and Advices 9 General security Eliminating Practical advices Microwave Oven Maintenance 11 Remove the plug from de socket Cleaning Light replacement Solving problems Cord replacement Ml Hotpoint Installation It is important conserve this book to consult at any moment Keep the operating instructions in a safe place ready to pass on in the event of change of ownership Read the instructions in this book carefully the instructions contain important information regarding appliance and care Installation Remove the microwave oven from packing Remove all packing materials and accessories from the microwave oven Cavity e Check whether the following parts are in good condition Door and hinges Front of the microwave oven Inside and outside of microwave oven Do not use the appliance if you find any faults do not use the microwave oven and contact your dealer e Place th
7. case The production of microwaves is immediately interrupted The Timer is automatically stopped indicating the remaining cooking time Then if you wish you may Stir or turn the food to improve uniform cooking Change the Microwave power level by pressing the ma OF keys Select another function by pressing the Function keys Change the operating time left by turning the ROTATING KNOB Close the door again and press the START O key The oven restarts working Interrupting the Operation To stop the microwave oven before completing its programmed time press the STOP door key or open the If you don t wish to continue cooking the food close the door and press the STOP key again The oven emits a sound and the Display show the Clock At the end of the functioning time the microwave oven stop emit 3 signal sounds and the Display show the word End The sound signals are repeated every 30 seconds until the door is opened or the STOP key pressed Working with Microwaves Before using any dish make sure that it is appropriate for use in microwaves SEE ADVICE ON THE USE OF UTENSILS AND RECIPIENTS Always make a slit in the food s shell before cooking it Whenever heating liquids use a recipient with a large opening to allow the vapour to escape Remember that 1 Larger quantities of food require more cooking time 2 The lower the food temperature the more cooking tim
8. cups of water into a glass bowl with lid Add salt oil etc as desired and mix everything 2 Place the glass bowl with the lid on the oven turntable 2 3 Press the Special Function RICE key the Special Function Rice indicator light up 4 Press the START O key The oven starts working 5 At the ena there is a standing time during which the oven continues working and the Special Function RICE indicator blink Special Function FRESH VEGETABLES 1 Place 300 400 g of fresh vegetables broccoli cabbage carrot etc and 45 60 ml of water in a heat resistant recipient with a lid Add salt as desired 2 Press the Special Function FRESH VEGETABLES p key the Special Function Fresh Vegetables indicator light up 3 Press the START SD key The oven starts working 4 At the end there is a standing time during which the oven continues working and the Special Function fresh vegetables indicator blink Microwave Function 1 Press the MICROWAVE as key the Microwave Function indicator light up 2 Enter the operating time for example 10 minutes by turning the ROTATING KNOB in both directions 3 To change the Microwave power press the and keys If these keys are not pressed the microwave oven work as default at maximum power 4 Press the START O key The oven starts working Ml Hotpoint Defrost by Weight Automatic IMPORTANT NOTES 1 Press the DEFROST BY WEIGHT kg key the In the Defrost by Wei
9. e appliance on a stable flat surface To allow efficient cooling of the microwave oven its installation is recommended in a unit with an opening in the upper part refer to the installation instructions leaflet enclosed The microwave oven plug shall be accessible after installation When installing the microwave oven great care should be taken to ensure that the mains power cable cannot come into contact with the rear since the high temperatures involved could cause damage When the microwave oven is installed in a column with a conventional oven the microwave oven must not be located underneath the conventional oven because of the possibility of condensation forming inside the latter The microwave oven has been supplied with a mono phase power supply cord The appliance must be earthed This appliance must be earthed The manufacturers and dealers are not liable for any breakdowns or personal accidents should these installation instructions not be observed by the purchaser Specifications AG Voltage nen rare 230 V 50 Hz FU Rss 12A 250V Power FOQUIFEC cccceeceeeeeseeseeeeseeeseeeeseeeeesess 1200 W Microwave output PoOWer ennn 800 W Microwave frequency 2450 MHz Outer dimensions WRAXD E ae 595 x 390 x 320 mm Cavity dimensions WAXD Pesada rss 305 x 210 x 280 mm Oven CAD ACI tne chee sida dali at 18 Itr WII acted cpt Bel cay Mt Sa at le Deals to 18 6 kg Description of the a
10. e is needed 3 Less dense foods cook faster 4 An even distribution of the food in the oven guarantees better results The cooking of different types of foods simultaneously is possible by placing the dense food in an outside circle and the less dense in the centre of the plate 5 Better results are achieved by allowing the food to stand before serving because it continues to cook for some time after the oven is switched off 6 The cooking time may be shortened and the liquids preserved the food doesn t dry out by covering the food The lids should be transparent to allow the microwaves through and they should have a small opening for the vapour to escape Precautions and Advices General security If the door or the door hinges are damaged the oven should not be switched on until repaired by a qualified technician It is dangerous for anyone except a qualified technician to tamper with the apparatus or try to repair itin any way by removing any lid or covering which assures protection against the exposure to microwave energy Liquids and other food should not be heated in airtight recipients as these can explode Children should only be allowed to use the oven without adult supervision if they have been given the appropriate instructions so that they can use the oven safely and understand the dangers of its incorrect use When the microwave oven is operated in the Combination mode Microwaves Grill ch
11. ght function the introduced Defrost by Weight Function indicator light up weight is that of the food alone not including the dish 2 Enter the type of food by pressing the mm and a Use the Defrost by Weight function only for raw food keys If these keys are not pressed it select type 1 This function has better results if the food is at a food as default temperature of 18 C and if the food is taken directly 3 Enter the food weight for example 1 2 kg by from the freezer to the oven turning the ROTATING KNOB in both directions If the food is at a higher temperature either because it isn t a 3 star freezer or because the food has been 4 Press the START D Key The oven starts working out of the freezer for more than 20 minutes the oven 5 When the oven stops and the alarm sounds open calculated time will be more and there may be a risk of the door and turn the food over Close the door and fire In these cases select a weight which is lower than the real food weight press the START O key 9 In the cases above and when the food is already Defrost by Time Manual cooked and frozen use the Defrost by Time function 1 Press the DEFROST BY TIME X key the Defrost by A DENSES OF me Time Function indicator light up When you use tin foil to protect the thinner parts of the 2 Enter the defrosting time for example 12 minutes food make sure that it doesn t touch the oven walls by turning the ROTATING KNOB
12. ildren should only be allowed to use the unit under adult supervision due to the high temperatures generated The microwave oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed please see the chapter on Oven Maintenance for details 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 e When heating food in plastic or paper recipients check the oven frequently in case they ignite elf any smoke is detected then switch off the oven or disconnect it and keep the door closed in order for any flame to die out e After warming up baby bottles or baby food jars stir or shake its contents and check the temperature before feeding to avoid burns e Warming up drinks in the microwave oven may result in a delayed eruptive boiling therefore one should be careful when handling the recipient Ml Hotpoint e Eggs with their shell and whole boiled eggs shouldn t be warmed up in microwave ovens as they may explode even after microwave heating has ended e Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens Do not use any metal utensils inside the oven unless they were supplied with the oven and for that purpose e Do not warm up liquids or other food in closed recipients as they may explode e Do not warm up pure alcohol or alcoholic drinks FIRE DANGER e When in doubt
13. in both directions otherwise there may be damages 3 Press the START D key The oven starts working Turn the foods around the moment the microwave beeps and starts to flash on the screen Turn Close the door and press the START O button to continue the cooking process 4 When the oven stops and the alarm sounds open the door and turn the food over Close the door and press the START O key The following table describes the different Defrost by Weight programmes the respective weight ranges defrost time ranges standing time ranges to allow temperature evenness and recommendations Code Food Weight Defrost Time pe Recommendation Cover the thinner ends with tin foil Turn 1 Meat 0 1 1 55 kg 4 61 min 20 30 min the meat when the oven whistles sounds Cover the thinner ends with tin foil Turn 2 Poultry 0 1 1 5 kg 4 61 min 20 30 min the meat when the oven whistles sounds Cover the tail of the fish with tin foil 3 Fish 0 1 1 5 kg 4 63 min 20 30 min Turn the fish when the oven whistles sounds Fruit y Place the fruit in a glass dish and cover 4 0 1 0 5 kg 2 13 min 5 10 min it during defrosting and standing time Bread Place the bread on the glass turntable 5 0 1 0 8 kg 2 19 min 5 10 min covered with kitchen paper towel During Operation The microwave oven door may be opened at any time during the cooking operation in which
14. ns of wave guide and spread by a mode stirrer or by a turntable Inside the oven the Microwaves spread out in all directions and are reflected by the metallic walls penetrating the food evenly Most food contains water whose molecules vibrate with Microwaves The friction between the molecules generates heat which causes a temperature rise in the food defrosting it cooking it or keeping it warm As the heat is formed inside the food It may be cooked with little or no liquid or fat Defrosting heating or cooking in the microwave oven is quicker than in a conventional oven Vitamins minerals and nutritive substances are preserved The Microwaves pass through porcelain glass cardboard and plastic but not through metal Therefore recipients made of or containing metal should not be used in the microwave oven The Microwaves are reflected by the metal they pass through Glass and Porcelain J Beginning and use Setting the clock 1 Press the CLOCK key until the digits start blinking 2 Enter the hour by turning the ROTATING KNOB in both directions 3 Press the CLOCK key again to change the minutes 4 Enter the minutes by turning the ROTATING KNOB in both directions 5 Press the CLOCK key to stop Safety Block 1 The microwave oven operation can be blocked for example to prevent it from being used by children by pressing the STOP key for 3 seconds The microwave
15. ppliance Ml Hotpoint UE aoe EUI ss MR TP 2 10 1 Glass window on the door 6 Timer Selector 2 Catch 7 Open button 3 Mica covers 8 Slot for rotating base 4 Screen 9 Rotating base 5 Faction Selector 10 Rotating plate Microwave oven function In a conventional oven the heat radiated by the resistances or gas burners slowly penetrates the food from the outside to the inside There is therefore a great loss of energy in the heating of the air oven components and recipients On the other hand in microwave ovens the heat is generated in the interior of the food itself heating it from the inside outwards There is therefore no loss of energy as the air interior walls of the oven and recipients when adequate do not heat up with microwaves Microwave ovens have the following advantages 1 Save on cooking time in general there is a 3 4 reduction of the cooking time than with conventional methods 2 Ultra quick defrosting that prevents bacteria development 3 Electricity saving 4 Maintaining the nutritive value of the food due to the cooking time reduction 5 Easy cleaning In the microwave oven there is a high voltage valve called Magnetron that converts electric energy to Microwave energy These electromagnetic waves are conducted to the inside of the oven cavity by mea
16. rer authorized agents or qualified technicians If you detect any abnormalities in the oven check the following before you contact T A S 1 Check if the outlet into which the oven is plugged has power To do so plug another appliance into the same outlet and check if it works 2 If the oven lamp switches on but the food does not heat up check if the door is well closed if the door is not properly closed no microwaves will be produced Ml Hotpoint Cord Replacement If the cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer authorized agents or qualified technicians in order to avoid any dangerous situation and also because special tools are required 13
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