Emerson Radio MW8995W microwave
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1. 20 Care of Your Microwave Oven 6 POUliy iced etes 21 How to Use Your Microwave Oven Safely 6 ELTI Kololo eee 21 Location f Controls 2 7 Eggs amp Cheese eren 22 Operation e eos needs oes 8 Vegetables 23 Setting the 8 SOUPS x bubo bc tec cr 23 Weight Defrost 9 SAUCES 24 Time Detrost neos 10 24 Cooking In One Stage 11 Sandwiches 25 Cooking In Two Stages 12 Pasta and Grains ts 25 Defrosting Cooking in two Stages 13 ecc 26 QUICK uie horde eee fe 14 Convenience 5 26 Stop Cancel Button 14 BICI RD 27 AUtO OOOK incre etes 15 Weight amp Measure Conversion Chart 27 LOCK cscs cies 15 SpacIfICationis eene ad 28 Auto Cook Menu Chart 16 Before You Call for Service 28 ENQUIRY resi goto iere tcn 17 Limited Warranty me 29 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 fire2. 3 Press number keys input the cooking time the Gm em maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds o 4 Press Start 30 Sec to start cooking and the UND gt remained cooking time will be displayed o wd uw 11 OPERATION CONTINUED COOKING IN TWO STAGES Set up to two cooking stages as follows 1 Press the Power button PL 10 will light in the desplay eu ae ea 2 Press the Power button different times to set the 2728 c desired power the display will show the level of power you chose e 3 Press number keys to set the desired cooking time a a up to 99 minutes 99 seconds o gt 4 Press the Power button PL 10 will light in the mm a wd uw ea uw 5 Press the Power button different times to set the desired power the display will show the level of m power you chose a 6 Press number keys to set the desired cooking time a up to 99 minutes 99 seconds a uw 7 Press the Start 30 Sec button to start cooking UND UND UND the display will countdown the remaining cooking o dE gt time in minutes and seconds and beep once between stages It will beep five times when all the stages have 228 completed cooking 12 OPERATION CONTINUED DEFROSTING COOKING IN TWO STAGES At most 2 stages can be s
3. oo EE c __ FRESH Display HB vo MEN VEGETABLE Twice 8 0 Oz 5 00 ow soo EH o DINNER OPERATION CONTINUED ENQUIRY displayed for 3 seconds Then turn back to the 1 During cooking when the clock has been set press gt gt wu Clock to check the current Time will be lt gt gt cooking state 2 In the process of microwave cooking press Power 2728 to check the current power Microwave power displays for 3 seconds then turn back to the former states B oum e NOTES To prolong the magnetron s life the power will be switched to mid low when cooking at high power for more than 30 minutes One beep will sound when pressing the buttons Five beeps will sound when the cooking defrosting ends n standby state if the clock has been set current time is displayed Otherwise it shows 0 00 Under the function that has been set LED displays related setting In working or pause state LED displays remainded cooking time When the unit is paused or operated cooking time remained will be displayed 17 jejeje THE PRINCIPLES OF MICROWAVE COOKING Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio including AM FM and CB Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube From the magnetron tube microwave energy is transmitted to the oven where it
4. Food 2 4 5 6 7 Never use your microwave oven for HOME CANNING The oven is not designed to permit proper canning Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume COOKING TIMES given in the cooking guide are approximate Factors that may affect cooking are starting temperature altitude volume size and shape of food and utensils used As you become familiar with the oven you will be able to adjust for these factors It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN OVERCOCK foods If food is undercooked it can always be retumed to the oven for further cooking If food is overcooked nothing can be done Always start with minimum cooking times SMALL QUANTITIES of food or foods with LOW MOISTURE content can burn dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long Do NOT boil eggs in their shell Pressure may build up and the eggs may explode Potatoes apples egg yolks whole acorn squash and sausage are some examples of food with NONPOROUS SKINS These must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting POPCORN must be popped in a microwave corn popper Microwave popped corn produces a lower yield than conventional popping Do not use oven for popcorn unless popped in a microwave approved popcorn utensil or unless it s commercially packaged and recommended especially for microwave ovens Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer Do NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your oven HEATED LIQUIDS can ERUPT if
5. injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy 1 2 Read all instructions before using this appliance Read follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY vuna on paoe 1 This appliance must be grounded Connect only to a properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on page 5 Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars may explode and should not be heated in this oven 6 10 11 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 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 This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment Do not cover or block any openings on this 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 b
6. touch the Cancel Stop button and LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel Do NOT attempt to dry clothes newspapers or other materials in the oven They may catch on fire Do NOT use recycled paper products Recycled paper towels napkins and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite Paper products containing nylon or nylon filaments should be avoided as they may ignite Some styrofoam trays like those that meat is packaged on have a thin strip of metal embedded on the bottom When microwaved the metal can burn the floor of the oven or ignite a paper towel Avoid inserting nails wire etc through any holes in the unit during operation Never insert a wire nail or any other metal objects through the holes on the cavity or any other holes or gaps because such objects may cause electric shock and microwave leakage Utensils 1 Aa co METAL CONTAINERS or dishes with metallic rims should not be used Arcing may occur METAL TWIST TIES may not be used in the microwave oven Do NOT use SEALED JARS or NARROW NECK bottles for cooking or reheating They may shatter Do NOT use CONVENTIONAL THERMO METERS in the microwave oven They may cause arcing Remove PLASTIC STORE WRAPS before cooking or defrosting foods in the oven For FURTHER INFORMATION on proper cooking utensils refer to the COOKING GUIDE on page 14
7. 100 Sandwich 1 1 min 6 oz 2 11 2 2 min Place on paper towels 4 3 4min Hamburger 1 1 min Cover with paper towel 4 oz 4 3 4 Hot Dogs 4 11 2 2 min Cover with paper towel 2 oz Sloppy Joes 4 4 min Place on microwaveable plate PASTA amp GRAINS Guide for Cooking Pasta and Grains Raw long grain rice takes time to rehydrate Microwaving time is a little shorter than conventional but the greatest advantage is the ease with which you can prepare fluffy rice without sticking or burning Cooked rice and pasta reheat easily in the microwave oven without loss of flavor or texture No extra water is needed to prevent sticking or drying so there s no danger of overcooking rice and pasta or thinning sauces Food Hot Salt Oil or Power Cooking Standing Water Butter Level Time Time Pasta 8 oz Egg Noodles 4 cups 1tsp 1 Tbsp 100 6 1 2 71 2 2 5 4 cups 1tsp 1 Tbsp 100 8 10 2 5 Spaghetti 4 cups 1415 1 Tbsp 100 8 10 2 5 Lasagna Noodles 4 cups 1415 1 Tbsp 100 12 14 min 2 5min Rice Long Grain 100 5 6min White Rice 1 cup 2 cups 1tsp tsp then 5 7 min 80 9 1 2 12 min 100 5 6min Brown Rice 1 cup 2 cups 1 2 tsp 1 tsp then 5 7 min 80 22 27 min 25 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED CEREALS Microwaveable hot cereals can be cooked directly in the cereal bowl and make cleaning up easy CONVENIENCE FOODS F
8. 9 cubic feet Outside Dimensions W x D x H 19 1 x 15 6 x 11 3 485 x 395 x 287mm Weight 29 1 Ibs 13 2 kgs BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Refer to the following checklist before you call for service If the oven does not work 1 Check that the power cord is securely plugged in 2 Check that the door is firmly closed 3 Check that the cooking time is set 4 Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house 5 Check that the Child Lock feature is not engaged If there is sparking in the cavity 1 Check the containers dishes or utensils in the oven and make sure they are not metal or have metal trim TO FIND THE LOCATION AND Merson PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED AUTHORIZED SERVICE _ SERVICE CENTER CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 695 0098 lt FOR ADDITIONAL SET UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL 1 800 898 9020 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE PLEASE WRITE TO Emerson Radio Corp Consumer Affairs Dept 5101 Statesman Drive Irving TX 75063 28 LIMITED WARRANTY MICROWAVE OVENS Emerson Radio Corp warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects in original material including original parts and workmanship under normal use and conditions manufacturing defect for a period of one 1 year from date of original purchase in and if used in the United States warranty Should service be necessary under this warranty Emerson
9. To crisp and brown special toppings use the broiler of a conventional range If allowed to heat to serving temperature in a plastic container the container will warp or melt from the high heat of food Frozen Foods in Cooking Pouches or Boilable Bags To prepare these foods slit the plastic bag An X type cut will help remove the food at the end of cooking time Place the cut side down on a serving dish with no metal trim Heat foods other than vegetables for about three minutes Frozen vegetables require about eight to nine and a half minutes of cooking time Allow the pouch bag to remain over the food for about two minutes to allow time for the heat to equalize Foods prepared in cheese or white sauce should be removed from the pouch and placed in a glass casserole dish and stirred to prevent overcooking of the sauce around the edges of the dish Complete Meals from Table Leftovers Complete meals from leftovers can be prepared in advance Foods can be frozen and ready for quick heating in the oven at any time Choose foods suitable for freezing and put serving portions on paper glass or china no metal trim plates Wrap with recommended freezer paper and freeze quickly When apportioning the servings of food on the plate use approximately the same amount of each kind of food for more even heating Mashed potatoes will heat quicker if spread slightly and hollowed with a pat of butter in the center To prevent small pieces of vegetables corn pe
10. bent ii Hinges and Latches broken or loosened iii Door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel 6 LOCATION OF CONTROLS Door latch When the door is closed it will automatically lock shut If the door is opened while the oven is operating the magnetron will automatically shut off Door screen Allows viewing of food The screen is designed so that light can pass through but not the microwaves Oven cavity Spatter shield Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of cooking foods Safety interlock system Prevents the oven from operating while the door is opened Door seal The door seal maintains the microwaves within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage Glass cooking tray Made of special heat resistant glass The tray must always be in proper position before operating the oven Do not cook food directly on the tray Roller guide Supports the glass cooking tray Must always be in proper position before operating the oven 13 14 15 Display Power Level Used to set a power level Number 1 9 Clock Button Used to set the clock or preset the auto Cook time Stop Cancel Button Use to stop and or cancel a cooking program Menu Used to select an Auto Cook program Start 30Sec Button Press to start a cooking program OPERATION Power Ten power levels are available to ch
11. defrost by weight operation STOP CANCEL BUTTON To stop cooking or cancel a cooking program simply press the STOP CANCEL button once to stop cooking or twice to cancel a cooking program 14 OPERATION CONTINUED AUTO COOK Auto cook lets you easily cook items in the oven as it will automatically set the times and power levels to give better results than one power only cooking 1 Press MENU once then Auto is displayed 8 a 2 Press the desired Auto Cook button the weight portion aa will light in the display see chart on next page For example to choose the fresh vegetable menu e 3 Press Start 30 Sec to start cooking UND UNE CO CHILD LOCK The CHILD LOCK prevents unwanted oven operation by small children The oven can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked 1 To activate press and hold the Stop Cancel um UE Um button for three seconds the display will appear as a wd uw shown at the right and no buttons can be pressed Gp 738 Rd 2 To deactivate press and hold the Stop Cancel button for three seconds the display will return to a the time GERD 7 o 15 OPERATION CONTINUED Auto Cook Menu Chart Deny Gotan ose MES Pe as c9 o pes MEN _ we esson MEN c osseo ee o DNE _ ow
12. is reflected transmitted and absorbed by the food Reflection Microwaves are reflected by metal just as a ball is bounced off of a wall For this reason metal utensils are not suitable for use in the microwave A combination of stationary interior walls and a rotating metal turntable or stirrer fan helps assure that the microwaves are well distributed within the oven cavity to produce even cooking Transmission Microwaves pass through some materials such as paper glass and plastic much like sunlight shining through a window Because these substances do not absorb or reflect the microwave energy they are ideal materials for microwave oven cooking containers Absorption During cooking microwaves will be absorbed by food They penetrate to a depth of about 3 4 to 1 1 2 inches Microwave energy activates the molecules in the food especially water fat and sugar and heat is produced If you vigorously rub your hands together you will feel heat produced by friction The internal cooking of larger foods is done by conduction as the heat which is produced by friction is conducted to the middle of the food Foods also continue to cook by conduction during standing time FOOD CHARACTERISTICS Quantity The amount of food placed in a microwave oven has a direct effect on the cooking time Small amounts of food or liquid require less cooking time than larger amounts of the same substance As quantity increases concentration decreases Size Small pieces
13. will provide the following at an Independent Service Center or Regional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to perform repairs provided the manufacturing defect is verified along with the date of purchase Repair service for one 1 year from date of original purchase at no charge for labor and parts Replacement of a defective magnetron for seven 7 years from date of original purchase labor not included after initial twelve 12 months There are Independent Service Center and Regional Repair Facilities located through out the country For one nearest you DIAL TOLL FREE 1 800 695 0098 In the event the product must be mailed to a Regional Repair Facility which is permitted by Emerson to perform repairs Packthe unit in a well padded heavy corrugated box Enclose your check or money order payable to the REGIONAL REPAIR FACILITY in the amount of 15 00 to cover return shipping and handling costs Enclose a copy of your proof of purchase warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase Ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post insured NOTE This warranty does not cover a Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product b Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and from a Regional Repair Facility permitted by Emerson to perform warranty repairs c Damage or improper operation of unit caused by customer abuse misuse negligence or failure to follow operating instructions p
14. ES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE THEREFORE THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU The serial number can be found on the back cabinet We suggest that you record the serial number of your unit in the space below for future reference Model Number Serial Number MV1094F 29 6 Amerson EMERSON PART NO MW8995 11262008 04 Printed in China
15. Emerson 900W MICROWAVE OVEN OWNER S MANUAL MW8995W B Visit our web site at www emersonradio com UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS DEVICE COULD VOID THE USER S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE IT 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 Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces 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 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel CONTENTS Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Gooking GUID dts 18 Excessive Microwave Energy The Principles of Microwave Cooking 18 Important Safety Instructions 5 Food Characteristics 18 Safety Precautions Microwave Techniques 248 Grounding Instructions 5 Hot Snacks and Appetizers 19 Iristallation et ree 5 me
16. a few minutes internal heat will complete the cooking Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes Level Time Whole Fish 100 6 7 min 5 min Turn over after half the time 1 Ib to 1 1 2 Ibs Fish Fillet 100 5 6 4 5 Turn over after half the time 110 Fish Steak 100 4 5min 5 6min Turn over after half the time 1 inch thick Cover with wax paper 110 Shrimp 100 3 4min 5 min Rearrange once during cooking 1 Ib Cover with plastic wrap Sea Scallops 80 6 7 min 5 min Rearrange once during cooking 1 Ib Cover with plastic wrap 21 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED EGGS amp CHEESE Guide for Cooking Eggs amp Cheese e CHEESE Cheese melts quickly and smoothly When serving cheese as an appetizer flavor is at peak when served at room temperature Use a low power level for melting Cheese melts best when shredded and heated with milk or other liquids Stir cheese mixtures several times for even heating EGGS Eggs cook differently by microwave The high fat content of egg yolks absorb energy so yolks cook faster than whites It s easy to poach eggs in a microwave oven but if you want soft yolks remove eggs from the oven before whites are completely cooked A brief standing time allows whites to set without overcooking yolks Check eggs for completion of cooking early they toughen when overcooked When eggs and yolks are mixed together for omelets scrambled eggs or custards they cook more ev
17. absorb the moisture sufficiently and reconstitute the foods To prepare this type boil the amount of water recommended on the package Add the noodles when included cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes Allow noodles to stand covered for an additional 10 minutes rinse with warm water and drain Then follow package directions for preparing the mix Reheat four to six minutes before serving 24 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED SANDWICHES INCLUDING HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS Guide for Heating Sandwiches Sandwiches heat very quickly because being porous they have a low density Since the filling is usually more dense than the bread or rolls the filling determines the heating time Surprisingly the filling will always be hotter than the bread feels Care must be taken not to overcook as the bread will become tough Use several thin slices of meat Thin slices heat more quickly and are better than one thick slice The slow heating thick slice often causes the bread to overcook before the meat is hot Sandwiches may be placed on a paper plate napkin or paper towel to be warmed The sandwich should be covered with a paper towel Remove wrapping immediately after warming Already baked frozen breads and rolls may be used for sandwiches The filling however should be thawed first Toasted bread is fine for sandwiches and provides a firm base The toast is warmed only no further browning occurs Food Amount Cook Special Notes on Power
18. ange the power level press POWER repeatedly Ee Ee eee EU 3 SETTING THE CLOCK When the microwave oven is plugged into a outlet the oven will display 0 00 The buzzer sounds once 1 Press Clock 00 00 will be displayed The hour UND UNE figures will flash and will be lighted e D 88 88 2 Press the number keys and enter the correct time am e For example time is 10 12 now please press 1 0 1 2 in turn 3 e e 3 Press Start 30 Sec button gt UND UND The display will show the present time e wp un After the clock has been set the time will appear with gt blinking colon unless the oven is cooking or defrosting ae To reset the present time in the display window when the oven is off press the CLOCK button and reset e If you make a mistake when setting the time press the Stop Cancel button e recall the actual time while the oven is cooking or defrosting simply press the CLOCK button and the display will show the actual time for three seconds OPERATION CONTINUED WEIGHT DEFROST WEIGHT DEFROST lets you easily defrost foods by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time The minimum weight for Auto Weight Defrost is 4 Oz and maximum weight is 100 Oz Follow the steps below for easy defrosting 1 Press MENU once then Auto is displayed 2 P
19. as etc from dehydrating during heating mound well near the center of the plate 26 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED DESSERTS There s always time to make dessert with a microwave oven Fruit desserts have a remarkably fresh flavor and texture Microwaved cakes are higher and more tender than conventionally baked since cakes are usually frosted browning is unimportant Microwaved pie crusts are exceptionally tender and flaky while delicate custards and puddings are easy to prepare Guide for Cooking Cakes Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes Level Time Cake round 100 3 1 2 5 2 5min Pour into greased and wax Mixed 9 inch 80 4 1 2 6 min paper lined cake dishes Ring or Angel Food Cake 80 5 1 2 6 1 2 2 5 Cover with wax paper Muffin 6 muffins 50 41 2 61 2min 2 5min Rearrange once Custard 6 servings 50 10 12 min 5 7 min Rearrange once Baking Barcookies work best Greasing or lining of the microwaveable baking dish is optional e If insufficient browning disturbs you frost glaze add food coloring to white or yellow batters Amicrowaveable cookie sheet can be made by covering cardboard with waxed paper Round glass baking dishes and fluted or smooth microwaveable ring molds work best for cakes You can make a microwaveable ring mold of your own by placing a medium size glass in the center of a round glass baking dish Because your cakes will rise higher in mic
20. asement or near a swimming pool and the like 1 2 Do not immerse cord or plug in water 13 Keep cord away from heated surfaces SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter 14 15 When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together when closing the door use only mild non abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth 1 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend appliance if 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 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 17 18 19 20 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 i
21. cook faster than large ones To speed cooking cut pieces smaller than two inches 5 cm so microwaves can penetrate to the middle from all sides Pieces which are similar in size and shape cook more evenly Shape Many foods are uneven like a chicken ribs or broccoli The thin parts will cook faster than the thick parts while uniformly thick foods cook evenly To compensate for irregular shapes place thin pieces toward the center of the dish and thicker pieces toward the edge of the dish Starting Temperature Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to cook than foods at room temperature Bone and Fat Because bones conduct heat the side of the meat the bone is on will cook first while boneless cuts cook Slower but more evenly Fat attracts microwaves The middle of these foods are cooked by heat conduction Moisture Content Microwaves are attracted by moisture Naturally moist foods absorb microwaves better than dry ones Add a minimum of liquid to moist foods as excess water slows cooking Density The density of food determines how easily the microwaves can penetrate and how quickly it will cook Porous foods like chopped beef or mashed potatoes microwave faster than dense ones like steak or whole potatoes Piercing Steam builds up pressure in foods which are tightly covered by a skin or membrane Pierce potatoes egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting MICROWAVE TECHNIQUES Stirring Stir foods from outside to center of di
22. d stirring once med 2Tbsp 2Tbsp 1 1min 2 1 2 3 1 2 min et stand covered before serving thick 3Tbsp 3Tbsp 1cup 1min 3 4min Brown Gravy Amount Fatfrom Flour Liquid or Cook on Special Notes Drippings Drippings Power 100 1 thin 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp 1 2 1 2 3 1 2 min Cook on Full power as directed med 1 Tbsp 1 1 3 4 min or until thickened stirring once Let stand covered before thick 1 Tbsp 1Tbsp 1cup 3 4min serving CASSEROLES Casseroles may require occasional stirring to distribute heat They cook more evenly when made with ingredients of similar size and shape Because of their shorter cooking time casseroles cooked in the microwave oven generally need less liquid Casseroles with cream and cheese sauces or meats which need slower cooking to tenderize cook best on power level 40 When cooking a favorite casserole make two and freeze the second for future use Line a casserole or baking dish with plastic wrap Transfer the cooked food to the lined container and freeze As soon as the food is frozen in the shape of the dish remove it and wrap with freezer paper Later it can be unwrapped and returned to the container for defrosting and heating Dry Casserole Mixtures Many prepared box type casseroles are available on the grocery shelves Many have freeze dried foods or evaporated foods included Cooking periods are so short there may not be time for the foods to
23. e the receptacle box is fully grounded 3 pronged Grounding Lead Receptacle 2 Screw 2 10 o Receptacle jo 3 pronged Receptacle Grounding Receptacle plug Box Cover Adapter Box Cover CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Disconnect the AC plug from the outlet before cleaning It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning Wash the tray in warm 2 Keep the inside of the oven clean When food sudsy water or in a dishwasher spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls 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 3 The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water rinsed and dried with a soft cloth To prevent damage to the operat ing parts inside the oven water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation slots 4 If the Control Panel becomes dirty or wet clean with a soft dry cloth Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on Control Panel 5 If steam accumulates on both sides of the oven door wipe with a soft cloth This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and this is not an indication of a malfunction in the unit 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 deterg
24. eight 1 oz Cover with a paper towel length 11 in Ham Slices 1 in thick 50 7 1 2 8 1 2 min 5 7 min Cover with plastic wrap 4 slices 20 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED POULTRY Guide for Cooking Poultry Chicken is one of the most popular foods and microwaving chicken is one of the best uses of your microwave oven Chicken stays juicy and tender in the microwave oven However juiciness prevents browning because chicken crisps and browns only when the skin dries out enough to change color Standing time is important because it allows the interior to finish cooking without toughening the delicate breast meat Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes Level per Ib Time Roast Chicken whole 100 6 8 10 15 min Place breast side up on Chicken cut up 100 6 7 min 7 10 min roasting rack Let stand Turkey 80 6 1 2 8 min 10 15 min covered before serving Cornish Hens 100 7 8min 7 10 min Turkey Breast 50 10 11 min 5 7 min Rearrange once during cooking Cover with wax paper SEAFOOD Guide for Cooking Seafood Microwaving is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of preparing fish and seafood which stay delicate and tender with quick moist cooking Overcooking dries out and toughens seafood so you should check it after the minimum time If thick pieces like fish steaks or lobster tails are done on the outside but still slightly translucent in the middle let them stand for
25. enly and need less stirring than during conventional cooking methods Do not try to cook eggs in the shell Steam can build up inside the shells causing them to burst Scrambled Eggs Eggs Butter Milk or Cook on Procedure Water Power 100 2 1 Tbsp 2 Tbsp 1 2min Place butter in small casserole and melt eggs and milk scrambling with fork 4 1 Tbsp 2 Tbsp 2 3min Cook as directed in chart breaking up stirring eggs twice Let stand 6 2 Tbsp 4 Tbsp 3 4min covered before serving Poached Eggs Eggs Water Cook Water Cook Eggs Standing Procedure on Power 100 Power 80 Time Place water into medium casserole Cook at High until boiling Break eggs one at a time into separate dish pierce yolk once with wooden pick and slip egg carefully into hot water cook as directed in chart 1 11 2cups 4 6 1 min 2 min 2 11 2cups 4 6 11 2 2min 2min 4 2cups 6 7 min 21 2 3min 2min 22 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED VEGETABLES Guide for Cooking Fresh Vegetables Nutrition research indicates that many microwaved vegetables and fruits lose less water soluble vitamin C than when cooked conventionally This is due to shorter cooking time and to the fact that less cooking water is needed when microwaving fruits and vegetables Best of all vegetables keep their fresh color texture and flavor Vegetables should be microwaved covered with vented plastic wrap or a casserole lid Vegetables cooked
26. ent water or window cleaner and dry The roller guide may be washed in mild sudsy water or in the dishwasher Roller Guide 1 The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise 2 The ROLLER GUIDE MUST ALWAYS be used for cooking together with the Glass Tray Glass Tray Roller Guide Glass Tray Do NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray in place 2 Do NOT use any other Glass Tray with this oven If the Glass Tray is hot ALLOW IT TO COOL before cleaning it or placing it in water 4 Do NOT directly on the Glass Tray HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY Although your oven is provided with safety features it is important to observe the following a Itis important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven face and the door or allow residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces Wipe the sealing area frequently with a mild detergent rinse and wipe dry Never use abrasive powders or pads c When opened the door must not be subjected to strain for example a child hanging on an open door or any load which could cause the oven to fall forward and cause injury and damage to the door Do not operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a qualified person It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the following i Door
27. et If defrosting is set as the second stage it will be placed as the first stage automatically Buzzer sounds once when the first stage finish and then the second stage begins Note Auto menu cannot be set as one of the multi stage For example to defrost the food of 50 Oz then to cook with 80 microwave power for 7 minutes Operate as the following steps 1 Press MENU once then Auto is displayed em Az 2 Press Weight Defrost then dEF1 will be displayed e e Se e 3 Press 5 0 in order to input the weight of the food am uw 4 Press Power three times to choose 80 microwave m zu power PL8 is displayed 5 Press 7 0 0 in order to input the cooking time UND UND UND 6 Press Start 30 to start cooking OPERATION CONTINUED QUICK COOK The microwave oven can start cooking at the press of a button as follows 1 Press Start 30 Sec button the microwave will UND UD immediately start cooking with 10096 power level mb d gt a _ 2 Repeatedly press the Start 30 Sec button to increase the cooking time in 30 seconds increments gm up to 99 minutes 59 seconds Note Each press on Start 30 Sec can increase the cooking by 30 seconds for the microwave defrost by time and Auto menu cooking function However the operation will not work under
28. etites with savory soups prepared in your microwave oven Adapt your favorites by using similar cooking times and techniques Food Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes Level Time Canned Condensed Cream style Bean Pea or Mushroom 10 1 2 11 1 2 oz With Water 100 41 2 5 1 2 min 2 3 Stir halfway through With Milk 80 51 2 6 1 2 2 3 cooking time Cover Dry Soup Mix 100 5 1 2 7 min 2 3 Add water then Cover with lid 1 envelope 10 1 2 oz 50 3 4min Stir twice Broth 10 1 2 oz 100 4 5min 2 3 Stir twice Cover 23 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED SAUCES Guide for Cooking Sauces Sauces boil over rapidly especially those that contain milk As soon as the door is opened cooking stops If ingredients are not taken directly from the refrigerator cooking time will be less than given in the recipe Stir sauce quickly about every 30 seconds to eliminate lumps Be sure to use a container twice the size of the amount of liquid to prevent boiling over A wooden spoon may be left in the dish while sauce is cooking for easy stirring If sauce is stirred slowly cooking time may require about 15 seconds longer If desired a 1 quart glass measure may be used to prepare some sauces White Sauce Amount Butter Flour Milk Cook Cook Special Notes Butter Sauce 1 thin 1Tbsp 1Tbsp 1cup 30sec 2 1 2 3 1 2 Cookon Full power as directed until thickene
29. heese mixtures retain heat longer when heated with microwave energy 19 MEATS Guide for Cooking Meats COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED Roasts chops hamburgers and small cuts of tender meat cook beautifully in the microwave oven Most roasts can be cooked rare medium rare or even well done in less than one hour Less tender cuts of meat such as pot roast can be simmered fork tender in a sauce or gravy Tough cuts that require slow cooking will do better in the conventional range or oven A large piece of meat especially if the shape is uneven should be turned over occasionally for uniform roasting Meat Power Cooking Time Standing Special Notes Level per Ib Time Beef Roast Rare 80 6 8 5 7 min Medium 80 8 10 min 10 15 min Turn over after half the time Well 80 10 12 min 10 15 min Pork Roast Bone in 80 12 15 min 10 Cover with plastic wrap Boneless 80 16 18 min 10 15 min Turn over after half the time Lamb Roast Bone in Medium 80 7 9 10 12 min Well 80 91 2 11 1 2 min 10 15 min Turn over after half the time Boneless Medium 80 9 11 min 10 12 min Well 80 11 13 1 2 min 10 15 min Beef Patties 3 1 2 oz each 2 patties 100 2 1 2 3 min 5 7 min Turn over and rearrange 4 patties 100 3 1 2 4 1 2 min 5 7 min after half the time Meat Loaf 2105 100 15 17 min 10 12 min Cover with wax paper Bacon Slices 4 strips 100 4 5min 1 slice w
30. in their skins such as potatoes are already so tightly covered that they should be pricked with a fork before cooking in order to release excess steam To assure even cooking vegetables should be cut in uniform pieces and stirred during the cooking time Always add salt to water before adding vegetables Reduce time a minute or two for crisp tender texture Increase time for very soft texture Remember to allow standing time of two to five minutes after cooking because as most foods do vegetables will continue to cook after they are removed from the microwave oven Food Water Cook on Standing Special Notes Amount Power 100 Time Asparagus Spears 11 1 4 cup 5 6 min 2 min Medium Casserole Re Cuts 1 1 2 cup 5 6min 2 min arrange once Beans Fresh green 1 2 Ib 14cup 4 5min 2 min Stir twice Frozen green 1 2 Ib 2 Tbsp 5 1 2 6 1 2 min 2 min Stir twice Green Peas 2 cups 14cup 4 5min 2 min Small casserole Stir twice Broccoli 2 cups 14 4 5min 2 Medium casserole Rearrange once during cooking Brussels Sprouts 1 Ib 1 4cup 6 7 1 2 2 3 Medium casserole Stir once Cabbage 1 Ib 1 4 5 6min 2 5 Rearrange once during cooking Cauliflower pieces 1 head 1 4 cup 6 7 min 2 5 Wrap in plastic wrap Stir once Mushroom slices 1 2 Ib 2 Tbsp 3 4min 2 3 Small casserole Stir once SOUPS Guide for Cooking Soups Satisfy app
31. n Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV radio antenna or antenna wire Position the oven as far from them as possible 4 Temperature and moisture Keep the oven away from hot air steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to locate it otherwise the unit s operation may be adversely affected causing it to break down 5 Power supply Check your local power source This microwave oven requires a 120V 60Hz power supply Use a receptacle that will accept the ground prong A A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord B Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use C If a long cord or extension cord is used 1 the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance 2 the extension cord must be a grounding type 3 wire cord and 3 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 6 Examine the oven for any damage such as Dents a misaligned door broken door or a dent in the cavity If any of the above are visible DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT Notify the dealer immediately When using a 3 pronged plug When using a grounding adapter make sur
32. nderizes insures even cooking and prevents spattering Casserole lids or plastic wrap are used for a tighter seal Vent plastic by turning back one edge at the side of dish to form a narrow slot where excess steam can escape Various degrees of moisture retention are also obtained by using wax paper or paper towels Browning Microwave energy cooks some foods so quickly that the fats and sugars within the food do not have time to caramelize and give a browned appearance Browning agents do not affect the quality of microwaved foods but can add color and flavor For meats and poultry use bouquet sauce diluted with water or melted butter soy Worcestershire barbecue or steak sauce a sprinkling of paprika or dry gravy mix jelly glaze or crumb coating Frosting and topping finish cakes and breads Top casseroles at the end of microwaving with grated cheese or crumbs Some Foods Do Not Microwave Well Eggs in Shells and hard boiled eggs can burst Pancakes do not crust but they reheat well Fully prepared frozen pancakes are available for microwaving Deep Fat Frying can cause burns Bottles with narrow necks may shatter if heated Pop Popcorn only in special microwave poppers Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer or heat longer ithan recommended Never pop popcorn in paper bags or glass utensils or directly on the glass tray HOT SNACKS AND APPETIZERS Hot hors d oeuvres and appetizers can be prepared very quickly in
33. not mixed with air Do not heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded i If it is necessary to use an extension cord use only a three wire extension cord that has a three blade grounding plug and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance INSTALLATION Steady flat location When positioning the microwave oven it should be set on a steady flat surface po Ventilation Do not block air vents If they are blocked during operation the oven may overheat and eventually cause oven failure For proper ventilation keep three inches of space between the oven s top sides rear and the area where the unit is to be installed 3 Radio and TV receptio
34. ress Weight Defrost then dEF1 will be displayed em gt dm dS 3 Press number pads to input the weight to be defrosted Em Gm Input the weight between 4 100 Oz ea 212 wu 4 Press Start 30 Sec to start defrosting and the gt UND UND remained cooking time will be displayed de amp gt ae OPERATION CONTINUED TIME DEFROST TIME DEFROST will automatically set the oven to defrost at a time set by the user The minimum time for Time Defrost is 1 second The maximum time is 99 minutes 99 seconds Follow the steps below for easy defrosting 1 Press MENU once then Auto is displayed gt a 2 Press Time Defrost then dEF2 will be displayed c em HH 272 ae d d 3 Press number pads to input defrosting time The em ee effective time range is 00 01 99 99 a BS gt 4 Press Start 30 Sec to start defrosting The UND UNE remained cooking time will be displayed B dm Gm Ge a 10 OPERATION CONTINUED COOKING IN ONE STAGE Set a cooking or other operational time power as follows The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes 99 seconds 1 Press the Power button PL 10 will light in the an 88 88 display Pd e o O 2 Press the Power button different times to set the desired power the display will show the percentage you choose e
35. rovided with the product d Ordinary adjustments to the product which can be performed by customer as outlined in the owner s manual e Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems f Products not purchased in the United States g Damage to product if used outside the United States THIS WARRANTY IS NON TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER EMERSON MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE THE EXTENT OF EMERSON RADIO CORP S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS HOWEVER YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE SOME STAT
36. rowave cooking never fill microwaveable cake pans more than half full Reduce baking powder and soda by approximately one fourth when converting a conventional recipe Fill paper lined muffin cups to only half full which allows for muffins to rise more than normal You can prepare your own brown n serve breads and rolls by baking them ahead of time in the microwave oven Then place them in a conventional oven to brown prior to serving e Breads and rolls should be reheated to the point where they are warm to the touch Overheating or overcooking makes bread tough and rubbery When making yeast bread in a microwave oven choose a recipe with cornmeal whole wheat flour or rye flour to achieve a richer color WEIGHT amp MEASURE CONVERSION CHART POUNDS amp OUNCES TO GRAMS POUNDS lbs GRAMS g OUNCES oz GRAMS g OUNCES oz GRAMS g 1 4 114 1 28 9 255 1 2 227 2 57 10 284 3 4 341 3 85 11 312 1 454 4 113 12 340 2 907 142 13 369 3 1361 6 170 14 397 4 1814 7 198 15 425 5 2268 8 227 16 454 2722 FLUID MEASUREMENTS 5 2175 1 8 fluid ounces 240 ml 9 4082 1 Pint 16 fluid ounces 480 ml 10 4536 1 Quart 32 fluid ounces 960 ml 11 4990 1 Gallon 128 fluid ounces 3840 ml 27 SPECIFICATIONS Item Power Supply Microwave Output Power Microwave Frequency Oven Capacity Rating Specification 120V 60Hz 900W 2450MHz 0
37. rozen Foods A large variety of frozen foods special dishes and dinners are available and the selections continue to increase The market is changing rapidly therefore it is impossible to list the foods and types available and recommend cooking procedures In this book we can only give general directions to assist you T V Dinners To prepare a T V dinner follow the maker s instructions for use with microwave ovens To cook a T V dinner will require approximately five to seven minutes for the food to thaw and heat to serving temperature depending on the types of food Allow plastic wrap to remain over the dish for two minutes to allow heat to equalize Dinners that contain mashed potatoes have presented a bit of a problem due to the large compact mass of this particular food You may want to remove about half the mashed potatoes after defrosting is started then spread the remaining potatoes over the individual section of the tray Heat the removed mashed potatoes in an individual dish For foods that should be crisp when cooking is completed remove the plastic wrap and use the broiler of a conventional range to crisp the food Individual Frozen Foods These may be commercially prepared or frozen at home Place the container of frozen food in the oven and heat only until the food starts to defrost and can be removed easily Empty contents into a casserole or serving dish and continue to defrost and heat Do not heat foods in deep foil containers
38. sh once or twice during cooking to equalize heat and speed microwaving Foods will not burn or stick so there s no need to stir constantly as you do in conventional cooking Arrangement Arrange foods with thin or delicate ends like drumsticks or asparagus spears with the thick or tougher portions to the outside of the dish The parts which need more cooking will receive more energy so food will microwave evenly Spacing Individual foods such as baked potatoes and cupcakes will cook more evenly if placed in the oven an equal distance apart When possible arrange foods in a circular pattern Similarly when placing foods in a baking dish arrange around the outside of the dish not lined up next to each other Food should not be stacked on top of each other Rearrangement Rearrange overlapping areas like tails of long fish fillets from top to bottom and closely packed pieces like meatballs from the outside to the center of the dish Standing Time Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking Microwave energy creates heat in the outer layers of the food As a result of normal conduction the food continues to cook for a few minutes after removal from the oven Letting roasts large whole vegetables casseroles and cakes stand to finish cooking allows the middles to cook completely without overcooking drying or toughening the outsides 18 COOKING GUIDE CONTINUED Covering Covering speeds cooking time retains moisture te
39. t may overheat smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as cannot control the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating and fire 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 reduce the risk of injury to persons 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General Use 1 7 Do NOT attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to door control panel or any other part of the oven Do NOT remove outer panel from oven Repairs should only be done by qualified service personnel Do NOT operate the oven empty The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy If a fire occurs in the oven
40. the oven by the hostess or individual servings may be prepared by guests Many appetizers may be cooked on the serving platter provided the platter does not have metal trim A time saving tip prepare these foods ahead of time refrigerate or freeze and refresh in the oven at serving time A plate of appetizers will take only seconds to prepare or refresh Cheese melts very rapidly and will toughen if overcooked so watch foods combined with cheese closely so that overcooking will not occur As soon as cheese starts to bubble cooking is completed Appetizers that have a crisp pastry exterior are best prepared in a conventional oven To prepare appetizers wrapped in bacon it will be necessary to precook the bacon and then wrap around the foods Oysters wrapped in bacon are easier to prepare in the broiler of your conventional range Seafood mixtures can be prepared in serving shells as microwave energy will pass through the seafood shells without heating Aluminum foil should not be used for shells If spreads are placed on crackers care should be taken not to overcook as moisture from the food will cause crackers to become soggy Crackers used for spreads should be very dry and crisp This helps avoid sogginess Heat only until Spread is at serving temperature The time required to heat all appetizers will depend on the amount of food and the number and the type of dish selected Remember the food will become very hot even if the dish is cool C
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