Frigidaire FGMV153CLW Microwave Oven User Manual
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1. User Pref provides 4 features that make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display User Pref Label user pref 1 Clock 2 Child Lock 3 Auto Start 4 Buzzer On Off 1 Set the Clock See page 10 2 Child Lock The Child Lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children The oven can be set so that the control panel is deactivated or locked To set press the user pref pad the number 2 and then press the START enter 30 sec pad If a pad be pressed LOCK ON will appear in the display To cancel press the user pref pad and the START enter 30 sec pad Child Lock will not be canceled if other pads except the START enter 30 sec pad are pressed after pressing the user pref pad 3 Auto Start If you wish to program your oven to begin cooking automati cally at a designated time of day follow this procedure e Suppose you want to start cooking a stew for 20 minutes at 50 power level at 4 30 Before setting check to make sure the clock is showing the correct time of day Step Press OOG 1 Press the user pref pad 2 Press number 3 3 Enter the start time Ex 4 30 4 Press the START enter START enter 30 sec pad 30 sec Step Press Co OY power level x6 5 Enter cooking time Ex 20 minutes 6 Press the power level pad six times for 50 power 7 Press the START enter 30 sec pad k NOTE2. appliance when paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the microwave oven to facilitate cooking Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in microwave oven If materials inside the microwave oven ignite keep microwave oven door closed turn microwave oven off and disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel 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 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 Do not overheat the liquid Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it Do not use straight sided containers with narrow necks Use a wide mouthed container After heating allow the container to stand in the microwave oven at least for 20 seconds before removing the container Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container Clean ventilation openings and grease filters frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on ventilation openings louver or grease fi
3. convenience foods It will give satisfactory results for most brands You Meal 18T 170 225g may wish to try several and choose your favorite Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering After cooking let stand covered for 1 to 3 minutes 4 MealinaCup 1 cup This setting is ideal for individual portions of canned food packed in a small 5 microwaveable container usually 6 to 8 ounces Remove inner metal lid and replace outer microwaveable lid After cooking stir food and allow to stand 1 or 2 minutes 5 Soup 1 4 cups Place in bowl or casserole Cover with lid or plastic wrap At end stir re cover and SC 8 32 oz let stand 1 to 3 minutes 6 Beverage This setting is good for restoring a cool beverage to a better drinking temperature 5 1 2 cups Stir liquid briskly before and after heating to avoid eruption 15 SENSOR COOKING Vegetables There are 2 options Frozen Vegetables Fresh Vegetables under the VEGETABLES e Suppose you want to cook fresh Vegetables Step Press 1 Press the vegetables pad EC and number 2 for fresh Vegetables g 2 Press the START enter 30 ately sec pad enter 30 sec Vegetables chart FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Initial temperature 1 Frozen Vegetables 4 240Z Add no water Cover with lid or plastic wrap Press the vegetables pad 18 0 2 0 7 kg and number 1 for fresh Vegetables After cooking stir and let stand
4. casserole and cover with wax paper or plastic wrap When oven stops turn patties over or stir meat in casserole to break up large pieces Re cover and press the START enter 30 sec pad After cooking let stand covered for 2 to 3 minutes FOOD AMOUNT Initial temperature 1 Frozen 8 24 oz Entrees 225 680 g 18 2 Frozen Pizza 6 12 oz 18 170 340 g 3 Ground Meat 8 24 oz 5 C 225 680 g 4 Rice 1 2 cups Room temperature Snack Menu Place rice into a deep casserole dish and add double quantity of water Cover with lid or plastic wrap After cooking stir cover and let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed e Suppose you want to reheat a slice of frozen pizza with snack Snack Menu is for cooking heating foods that take a short Step Press amount of time There are 6 foods Frozen MW Pizza Hot Dogs 1 Press the snack menu pad snack Frozen Kid s Meal Meal in a Cup Soup Beverage and number 1 for pizza menu under the SNACK MENU START 2 SE gie START enter 30 enter 30 sec Snack Menu chart FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Initial temperature 1 Frozen MW 6 12 oz Use for frozen microwave pizza Remove from package and unwrap Follow Pizza 18 170 340g package directions for use of package and or silver crisping disk 2 Hot Dogs 5 8 24 oz Place hot dog in bun Wrap each with paper towel or napkin 3 Frozen Kid s 6 80z Use this pad for frozen
5. dishes in the microwave e Metal or foil touching the side of the oven e Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement U S A Only This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly thatis in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the useris encoura ged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following e Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television e Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver e Move the microwave oven away from the receiver e Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the micr owave oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven It is the responsibility of
6. heat COOKWARE MICROWAVE CONVECTION COMBINATION Heat Resistant Glass Glass Ceramic Yes Yes Yes Pyrex Fire King Corning Ware etc Metal No Yes No Non Heat Resistant Glass No No No Microwave Safe Plastics Yes No Yes Plastic Films and Wraps Yes No No Paper Products Yes No No Straw Wicker and Wood Yes No No Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450 F 21 CONVECTION COOKING Select the best method of cooking Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking Specific recipes can be adapted to any method of cooking Best method FOODS MICROWAVE COMBINATION CONVECTION Alternate method Appetizers N R Not recommended Dips and Spreads VW N R N R Pastry Snacks Gi a Beverages a N R N R Sauces and Toppings DI N R N R Soups and Stews DI N R Meats Defrosting 1 N R N R Roasting a Poultry Defrosting 1 N R N R Roasting Gi a E Fish and Seafood Defrosting 1 N R N R Cooking a Gi N R Casseroles Gi 1 Gi Eggs and Cheese Scrambled Omelets 1 N R Quiche Souffle Gi D Vegetables fresh a N R N R Breads Quick Gi 1 Gi Yeast N R Gi D Muffins Coffee Cake Gi 1 Gi Desserts Cakes Layer and Bundt Gi 1 Angel Food and Chiffon N R N R D Custard and Pudding DI N R N R Bar Cookies Gi 1 Fruit 1 N R N R Pies and Pastry N R D Candy DI N R N R Blanching Vegetables a N R N R Frozen Convenience Foods 1 Gi Gi 22 CONVENIENT FEATURES User Pref
7. not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil 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 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces d The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages t hat follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING e To reduce the risk of fire in the microwave oven cavity A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire burns electric shock injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following sections Read all instructions before using the appliance Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY on page 2 This applianc
8. required Turn halfway through cooking Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear After cooking cover with foil and leave to stand for 3 5 minutes Chicken whole 1 3kg 25 40 minutes Wash and dry bird place breast down on low rack brush with 20 butter and season as required Turn and drain halfway through cooking Cook until no longer pink and juices run clear After cooking cover with foil and leave to stand for 10 minutes Temperature in thigh should be approx 185 F CONVECTION COOKING Cookware Tips Convection Cooking Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products but especially where browning or crusting is important Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes cookies or muffins because these pans reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust Glass or Glass Ceramiccasserole or baking dishes are best suited for egg and cheese recipes due to the cleanability of glass Combination Cooking Glass or Glass Ceramicbaking containers are recommended Be sure not to use items with metal trim as it may cause arcing Sparking with oven wall or oven shelf damaging the cookware the shelf or the oven Heat Resistant Plasticmicrowave cookware safe to 450 F may be used but it is not recommended for foods requiring crusting or all around browning because the plastic is a poor conductor of
9. the user to correct such interference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Open the bottom of the carton bend the carton flaps back and tilt the microwave oven over to rest on plastic foam pad Lift carton off microwave oven and remove all packing materials Installation Instructions Wall Template Top Template Charcoal Filter Turntable and Turntable Support SAVE THE CARTON AS IT MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER e Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door if there is one e DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER which is located on the ceiling in the microwave oven cavity Check to see that there are Installation Instructions Wall Template Top Template and Charcoal Filter which is used when recirculating is chosen Read enclosures and SAVE the Use and Care Manual Check the microwave oven for any damage such as misaligned or bent door damaged door seals and sealing surfaces 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 microwave oven and contact your dealer or ELECTROLUX SERVICER See Installation Instructions for more details Hinges Waveguide Safety door Door seals and cover latches sealing surfaces GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug It must be plugged int
10. to pop a 3 0 oz bag of popcorn automatically A CAUTION DO NOT leave microwave oven unattended while te Pres popping corn step The popcorn feature lets you pop 3 different commercially packaged microwave popcorn sized bags Use the table 1 Press Popcorn pad 1 2 or 3 times refer popcorn below to determine the setting to use to table above to change for bag size START Amount Press popcorn pad 2 Press START pad enter 30 sec 3 50 oz default setting once 3 00 oz 2 times 1 75 oz 3 times Chicken Nuggets e Suppose you want to heat 4 Oz 24 Oz chicken nuggets k NOTES Ste Press p 1 When 5 0 pound chicken nuggets is heated press chicken number 5 at Step 2 1 Press the chicken nuggets pad 2 Chicken nuggets use the round wire rack glassware or ceramic cookware Do not use metal cookware 2 Enter amount by pressing the number 4 Ex 4 0 Oz chicken nuggets 3 Press the START enter 30 sec sie ad enter pac 30 sec Chicken Nuggets chart FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Chicken Place frozen chicken nuggets on a flat plate allowing space between each It is not necessary Nuggets 4 Oz 24 OZ to cover them When oven stops rearrange and press the START enter 30 sec pad 13 SENSOR COOKING Sensor cooking has an electronic controlled sensor that detects the vapor moisture and humidity emitted from the food as it heats The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for var
11. without preheating e Suppose you want to cook food for 5 minutes at 250 F using convection without preheating Step Press 1 If your recipe does not require preheating press the convection pad once 18 convection CONVECTION COOKING 2 Press the temperature key to select 3 the temperature you need 4 Press the number keys to set cooking 5 0 0 time 3 Press Convection to confirm the temperature 5 Press the Start 30SEC pad to start START the oven enter 30 sec Combination Cooking Combination Cooking offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully For Best Results Always use the round wire rack when combination cooking The round wire rack is required for good air circulation and even browning See the Cookware Tips section P21 for information on suggested cookware Microwave Convection Combination Cooking Suppose you want to cook food for 5 minutes using combination cooking Step Press 1 Press convection micro pad once convection micro 2 Press the number keys to set cooking time 5 0 0 START SR EC 3 Press Start 30SEC pad to start cooking enter 30 sec NOTES e Check the Cookware Tips section for correct cookware when Combination Cooking Do not use metal cookware when Combination Cooking e For best roasting and br
12. CEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Service should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for servic
13. Doneness signs include Food steams throughout not just at edge Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch Poultry thigh joints move easily Meat and poultry show no pinkness Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork ABOUT FOOD FOOD DO DON T Eggs e Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent e Cook eggs in shells sausages explosion e Reheat whole eggs nuts seeds e Pierce skins of potatoes apples squash hot dogs e Dry nuts or seeds in shells fruits amp and sausages so that steam escapes vegetables Popcorn e Use specially bagged popcorn for microwave cooking e Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or glass bowls e Listen while popping corn for the popping to slow e Exceed maximum time on popcorn package to 1 or 2 seconds or use special popcorn pad Baby food e Transfer baby food to small dish and heat carefully e Heat disposable bottles stirring often Check temperature before serving e Heat bottles with nipples on e Put nipples on bottles after heating and shake e Heat baby food in original jars thoroughly Wrist test before feeding General e Cut baked goods with filling after heating to release e Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air tight steam and avoid burns eruption prevent boilovers Stir liquids briskly before and after heating to avoid Use deep bowl when cooking liquids or cereals to containers Can in the microwave as harmful bacteria may not be des
14. F POWER POWER LEVELS e Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100 POWER LEVEL x 1 100 High POWER LEVEL x 2 90 Step Press POWER LEVEL x 3 80 o POWER LEVEL x 4 70 Medium High 1 Enter cooking time 5 0 0 POWER LEVEL x 5 60 The first number should POWER LEVEL x 6 50 Medium be entered in 2 seconds gt p the START START POWER LEVEL x 7 40 Ree enter POWER LEVEL x 8 30 Med Low Defrost enter 30 sec pad 30 sec R gt POWER LEVEL x 9 20 To Set Power Level POWER LEVEL x 10 10 Low There are ten preset power levels Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese milk and long slow cooking of meats Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations 10 MANUAL COOKING Using the Round Wire Rack Setting Defrost by Time The rack allows several foods to be cooked or reheated by Suppose you want to defrost food with the default covection Cook with SENSOR COOKING or AUTO COOKING 30 power level for 5 minutes without the rack But Chicken Nuggets is one of AUTO COOKING can use the rack glassware or ceramic cookware Do not use metal cookware Allow plenty of space around and between 4 Press Defrost Wt time pad once defrost the dishes Pay close attention to the cooking and reheating The defrost icon will light in the display wt time progress Reposition the foods and reverse them from G Step Press the r
15. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care WELCOME amp CONGRATULATION crerenennenenenenne nins 2 EEN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS sisieeeernene CONVEO NCO ORN PART NAMES a E E AN 8 CONVENIENT FEATURES cscssssesssssessesessssssesereves BEFORE OPERATING scsessssssstsocsssersessrsesssorstsanaeas 10 CLEANING AND CARE eer MANUAL COOKING e 110 SERVICE CALL CHECK e vveetener vunenee EE AUTO COOKING eEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE TORES PE CIHICATIONS IS EE WARRANT O eee Piso aai www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 TABLE OF CONTENTS www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 OTOZ ae TSpz069TE WELCOME amp CONGRATULATIONS Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 800 265 8352 Canada Please attach sales receipt here for future reference Congratulations on your purchase of a new microwave oven At Electrolux Home Products we are very proud of our product and are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible Your satisfaction is our number one priority We know you ll enjoy your new microwave oven and Thank You for choosing our product We hope you consider us for future purchases PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Use amp Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your microwave oven only as instructed in this manual These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and cauti
16. S 1 If the door is closed buzzer will ring twice when the pre set time arrives then cooking will start automatically 2 Auto Start can be used for manual cooking in conjunction with sequence cooking if clock is set 3 Be sure to choose foods that can be left in the oven safely until the Auto Start time Acorn or butternut squash are often a good choice 4 If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven should be interrupted reset the clock see page 10 and follow the procedure above to set Auto Start 4 Audible Signal Elimination If you wish to have the oven operate with no audible signals press the user pref pad number 4 and the START pad To cancel and restore the audible signal press the user pref pad number 4 and the START enter 30 sec pad 23 Multiple Sequence Cooking Your oven can be programmed for up to 2 automatic cook ing sequences switching from one power level setting to another automatically Sometimes cooking directions tell you to start on one power level and then change to a different power level Your oven can do this automatically e Suppose you want to cook roast beef for 5 minutes at 100 and then continue to cook for 30 minutes at 50 Step Press 1 Enter cooking time for Let stage 2 Press the power level pad once for 100 power for Let stage 3 Enter second cooking time 3 0 for 2nd stage 0 0 4 Press the power level pad power j 0 6 times for 50 pow
17. ack to turntable and or stir them at least once during any cooking or reheating time After cooking or reheating stir if possible Using a lower power level will assist in better o gt Use we numser pads to emerdesirad s 0 o cooking and reheating uniformity Gelee ame idetrosttime may be sel up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds Avoid e Storing the rack in the microwave oven when not in use e Popping popcorn with the rack in the microwave oven e Using any browning dish on the rack 2 Press number 2 4 Press START enter 30sec pad When the defrost time is complete cooking completion signal will beep and END will appear in the display e Using SENSOR COOKING and AUTO COOKING with the L rack NOTE e Cooking directly on the rack use microwave safe Power levels cannot be changed for both defrost by weight cookware or defrost by time because the defrost performance will be adversely affected Setting Defrost by Weight Special notes for defrosting by time e Suppose you want to defrost 1lb of food with e After pressing START key the display will the default power level and cook time determined count down remaining defrost time The oven will beep automatically twice during the defrost cycle At this time open the door and turn the food if needed and remove any portions that Step Press have already thawed Touch he START key to resume the defrost cycle 1 Press Defrost Wt time pad once defrost e When heating has
18. allowed to lean or swing on the microwave oven door Children should be taught all safety precautions use potholders remove coverings carefully pay special attention to packages that crisp food because they may be extra hot Don t assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill he she can cook everything Children need to learn that the microwave oven is not a toy See page 23 for Child Lock feature ABOUT SAFETY e Check foods to see that they are cooked to the United States Department of Agriculture s recommended temperatures TEMP FOOD 145 F For beef lamb or veal cut into steaks chops or 63 C roasts fish 160 F For fresh pork ground meat seafood egg dishes 71 C frozen prepared food and beef lamb or veal cut into steaks chops or roasts 165 F For leftover ready to reheat refrigerated deli and 74 C carry out fresh food whole chicken or turkey chicken or turkey breasts and ground poultry used in chicken or turkey burgers k NOTE Do not cook whole stuffed poultry Cook stuffing separately to 165 F To test for doneness insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone NEVER leave the thermometer in the food during cooking unless it is approved for microwave oven use ALWAYS use potholders to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin
19. ast 1 0kg Rare 15 20 minutes Place fat side down on low rack season shield if necessary Medium 21 25 minutes After cooking leave to stand for 15 minutes Well done 26 30 minutes Lamb 1 0kg Rare 1520 minutes Place fat side down on low rack brush with marinade and roast rolled boneless Medium 21 25 minutes Well done 26 30 minutes season shield if necessary After cooking leave to stand for 15 minutes Pork 2 chops Rare 13 17 minutes Place on high rack brush with marinade and season Cook Medium 18 23 minutes until no longer pink or internal temperature reaches 170 F Well done 24 29 minutes Turn halfway through cooking After cooking cover with foil and leave to stand for 5 minutes Pork 4 chops Rare 15 19 minutes Place on high rack brush with marinade and season Cook Medium 20 25 minutes until no longer pink or internal temperature reaches 170 F Well done 26 32 minutes Turn halfway through cooking After cooking cover with foil and leave to stand for 5 minutes Pork 1 0kg Rare 20 25 minutes Place fat side down on low rack season shield if necessary loin roast rolled Medium 26 30 minutes After cooking cover with foil and leave to stand for boneless Well done 30 35 minutes 15 minutes Chicken breasts 1 Ib 16 26 minutes Wash and dry meat remove skin place thickest portion to outside on high rack Chicken 1 Ib 13 24 minutes Place on high rack brush with butter and season as boneless portions
20. block of food Separate pieces as they begin to defrost Separated frozen pieces of food defrost better Shield warm areas of food with small pieces of foil if they start to become warm You may use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield food items like chicken wings leg tips and fish tails but do not allow the foil to touch the oven cavity walls when defrosting PROCEDURE 1 Ground Meat 0 5 3 0 Ib Turn over and remove any thawed pieces after each stage Let stand covered for 5 0 3 1 3 kg to 10 minutes 2 Steaks Chops 0 5 4 0 Ib After each stage rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions shield with Fish 0 3 1 8 kg small flat pieces of aluminum foil Remove any meat or fish that is almost defrosted Let stand covered for 10 to 20 minutes 3 Chicken Pieces 0 5 3 0 Ib After each stage rearrange pieces or remove portions should they become warm or 0 3 1 3 kg thawed Let stand covered for 10 to 20 minutes 4 Roast 2 0 4 0 Ib Start defrosting with fat side down After each stage turn roast over and shield the 1 0 1 8 kg warm portions with aluminum foil Let stand covered for 30 to 60 minutes 5 Casserole 2 6 cups After audible signal stir if possible At end stir well and let stand covered for 5 to 10 minutes 6 Soup 1 6 cups After audible signal stir if possible At end stir well and let stand covered for 5 to 10 minutes 12 AUTO COOKING Popcorn e Suppose you want
21. burns Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands Slowly lift the farthest edge of a dish s covering and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face Stay near the microwave oven while it s in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or other items Select store and handle food carefully to preserve its high quality and minimize the spread of foodborne bacteria Keep waveguide cover clean Food residue can cause arcing and or fires Use care when removing items from the microwave oven so that the utensil your clothes or accessories do not touch the safety door latches Keep aluminum foil used for shielding at least 1 inch away from walls ceiling and door PART NAMES FRONT VIEW 1 Microwave oven door with see through window 2 Door hinges 3 Waveguide cover DO NOT REMOVE 4 Turntable motor shaft 5 Microwave oven light It will light when microwave oven is operating or door is open 6 Rack holders 7 Safety door latches The microwave oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed 8 Handle 9 Light on off pad Q Press the light on off pad once for on twice 16 for off cc 10 Vent hi lo off pad A 15 Press the vent hi lo off pad once for high EE speed twice for low speed and three times to s turn off the fun 17 11 Auto Touch contro
22. covered for 3 minutes 2 Fresh Vegetables 4 240z 5T 0 2 0 7 kg Broccoli Wash and place in casserole Add no water if vegetables have just been washed Cover with lid for tender vegetables Use Brussels sprouts Cabbage plastic wrap for tender crisp vegetables Press the vegetables Cauliflower flowerets Cauliflower whole Spinach Zucchini Baked apples Carrots sliced Corn on cob Green beans Winter squash diced halves 16 pad and number 1 for fresh Vegetables After cooking stir if possible Let stand covered for 2 to 5 minutes Place in casserole Add 1 4 tbsp water Cover with lid for tender vegetables Use plastic wrap cover for tender crisp vegetables Press the vegetables pad and number 1 for fresh Vegetables After cooking stir if possible Let stand covered for 2 to 5 minutes SENSOR COOKING Potato There is 1 option potato under the POTATO e Suppose you want to cook 2 potatoes Step Press 1 Press the potato pad potato 2 Press START enter 30sec pad START enter 30 sec Potato chart FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Potato 1 4 pieces Pierce with fork in several places Place on paper towel on turntable After Room 230g pc cooking remove from oven and let stand wrapped in foil for 5 to 10 minutes temperature Sensor Reheat There is 3 options Pasta Soup Dinner Plate under the SENSOR REHEAT e Suppose you want to reheat soup Step Press 1 Press the sensor reheat pad
23. d number You don t need to calculate cooking time or power level e Suppose you want to cook Frozen Entrees Step Press 1 Press the sensor cook pad number 1 for plat 1 Frozen Entrees 2 At end follow the directions in the display START 3 Press the START enter enter 30 sec pad 30 sec amp NOTES for SENSOR COOKING e Check the Cookware Tips section for correct cookware when Combination Cooking e Do not use metal cookware when Combination Cooking e For best roasting and browning results whole roasts should be cooked in a glass dish placed directly on the oven shelf For foods that are too tall to fit in the Oven you can leave out the trivet If necessary you may take out the shelf and place the dish directly on the turntable Sensor Cook chart SENSOR COOKING PROCEDURE Use this pad for frozen convenience foods It will give satisfactory results for most brands You may wish to try several and choose your favorite Remove package from outer wrapping and follow package directions for covering After cooking let stand covered for 1 to 3 minutes Use for frozen microwave pizza Remove from package and unwrap Follow package directions for use of package and or silver crisping disk Use this setting to cook ground beef or turkey as patties or in a casserole to be added to other ingredients Place patties on a microwave safe shelf and cover with wax paper Place ground meat in a
24. dry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet Stainless Steel Do not use a steel wool pad it will scratch the surface 30 To clean stainless steel surfaces use a hot damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable for stainless steel surfaces Use a clean hot damp cloth to remove soap Dry with a dry clean cloth If food soil remains try a general kitchen cleaner such as Fantastik Simple Green or Formula 409 For hard to clean soil use a standard stainless steel cleaner such as Bon Ami or Cameo Apply cleaner with a damp sponge Use a clean hot damp cloth to remove cleaner Dry with a dry clean cloth Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain After cleaning use a stainless steel polish such as tainless Steel Magic Revere Copper and Stainless Steel Cleaner Or Wenol All Purpose Metal Polish Follow the product instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface SERVICE CALL CHECK Please check the following before calling for service Place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the microwave oven and close the door securely Operate the microwave oven for one minute at HIGH 100 A Does the microwave oven light come on YES NO B Does the cooling fan work Put your hand at top above Display YES NO C Does the turntable rotate It is normal for the turntable to turn in either direction YES NO D Is the water in the microwave oven warm YES NO If NO is the an
25. e and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 m l ee Electrolux Home Products Inc ectrolux Canada Corp 10200 David Taylor Drive EN Electrolux 5855 Terry Fox Way Charlotte NC 28262 Mississauga Ontario Canada L5V 3E4 Printed in Thailand TINSEB213WRRZ
26. e must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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 are able to explode and should not be heated in this microwave 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 microwave 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 nearest Electrolux Authorized Servicer for examination repair or adjustment 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 or near a swimming pool or similar locations Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter See door surface cleaning instructions on page 26 Do not overcook food Carefully attend
27. ed in a commercial setting Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLA
28. emperature from 100 F to 450 F may be set A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven over and around the food producing golden brown exteriors and rich moist interiors Because the heated air is kept constantly moving not permitting a layer of cooler air to develop around the food some foods cook faster than in regular oven cooking For Best Results Always use the round wire rack when convection cooking Reduce package recipe temperature 25 F for baked goods The round wire rack is required for good air circulation and even browning See the Cookware Tips section P21 for information on suggested cookware Using convection with preheating e Suppose you want to cook food for 5 minutes at 250 F using convection with preheating Press convection 2 Press the temperature key to select the temperature you need Do not enter cook time now The cook time will 3 be entered later after the oven is preheated Step 1 Press convection pad once 3 Press Start 30SEC pad START to start preheating When the oven enter is preheated it will signal 30 sec 4 Place the food in the oven Press the number keys to set cooking time 5 If you do not enter the cooking time within 20 minutes the oven will turn off automatically 00 START 5 press Start 30SEC to start cooking enter When cooking is complete the oven 30 sec will signal and turn off Using convection
29. en cavity or tray To prevent the glass turntable from breaking handle with care and do not put it in water immediately after cooking Wash the turntable tray in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher e Clean the outside surface of the microwave with soap and a clean damp cloth Dry with a clean soft cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts of the oven do not let water seep into any vents or openings e Wash the oven door window with very mild soap and water Be sure to use a soft clean cloth to avoid scratching If steam accumulates inside or outside the oven door wipe with a soft cloth Steam can accumulate when operating the oven in high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage Never operate the oven without food in the oven cavity this can damage the magnetron tube or glass tray You may wish to leave a cup of water standing inside the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on How to Clean the Inside Walls Floor Inside Widow Metal and Plastic Patrs on the Door Some spatters can be removed with a paper towel others may require a damp cloth Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth then rinse with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together upon closing use only mild non abrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth Rinse with a damp c
30. er for x6 2nd stage power level 5 Press the START enter START 30 sec pad for 2nd enter stage 30 sec k NOTE If 100 is selected as the final sequence it is not necessary to press the power level pad 30 Seconds 30 seconds allows you to cook for 30 seconds at 100 by simply pressing the START enter 30 sec pad You can also extend cooking time in multiples of 30 seconds by repeatedly pressing the START enter 30 sec pad until maximum 99 minutes 99 seconds during manual cooking 24 CONVENIENT FEATURES e Suppose you want to heat a cup of soup for 30 sec onds Step Press Press the START START enter enter 30 sec pad 30 sec k NOTES 1 To use 30 sec press the pad after cooking closing the door pressing the STOP clear pad or during cooking 2 30 seconds cannot be used with SENSOR COOKING and Chicken Nuggets Quick Start Quick start is very useful function to start to cook from 1 minute to 6 minutes by pressing number from 1 to 6 by pressing the START enter 30sec pad e Suppose you want to cook 2 minutes at 100 power Step Press Press number 2 2 CONVENIENT FEATURES Timer e Suppose you want to time a 3 minute long distance phone call Step Press 1 Press the timer on off 3 Press the timer on off timer on off down 2 Enter time pad The timer will count k NOTES 1 Timer operates as a kitchen timer and cannot be used when the o
31. finished you will hear beeps The defrost icon will light in the display LWt time 2 Press number 1 3 Use the numeric pads to input weight of food to defrost in pounds 10 11b G o You may enter any weight from 0 1 to oe START 4 Press START enter 30sec pad enter 30 sec When the defrost time is complete cooking completion signal will beep and END will appear in the display k NoTE The weight amount must be a valid entry for this feature to start A valid weight entry is 0 1 to 6 0 pounds 11 Defrosting tips e When using the defrost by weight feature the weight e entered should always be pounds valid entries are from 0 1 to 6 0 pounds e Use both defrost weight and defrost time features for raw food items only Defrosting gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0 F taken directly from a true freezer If the food has been stored in a e refrigerator freezer that does not maintain a temperature of 5 F or below always program a lower food weight or lower cook time to prevent cooking the food e e f the frozen food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes enter a reduced cook time or weight Defrosting suggestions For best results please read these suggestions when defrosting FOOD AMOUNT MANUAL COOKING The shape of the package will alter the defrosting time Shallow rectangular food packets defrost more quickly than a deep frozen
32. g in the microwave oven cavity It is made from mica so requires special care Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good microwave oven performance Carefully wipe with a damp cloth any food spatters from the surface of the cover immediately after they occur Built up splashes may 26 overheat and cause smoke or possibly catch fire DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER ODOR REMOVAL Occasionally a cooking odor may remain in the microwave oven To remove combine 1 cup water grated peel and juice of 1 lemon and several whole cloves in a 2 cup glass measuring cup Boil for several minutes using 100 power Allow to set in microwave oven until cool Wipe interior with a soft cloth TURNTABLE TURNTABLE SUPPORT The turntable and turntable support can be removed for easy cleaning Wash them in mild sudsy water for stubborn stains use a mild cleanser and non abrasive scouring sponge They are also dishwasher proof Use upper round wirerack of dishwasher The turntable motor shaft is not sealed so excess water or spills should be wiped up immediately CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Surface light replacement CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage wear Cleaning the exhaust filters The oven ventilation exhaust filters should be removed and gloves when replacing the light bulbs cleaned often generally at least
33. ious foods and quantities automatically Menu label Frozen MW Pizza Hot Dogs Frozen Kids Meals Meal in a cup Soup Beverage Frozen Entrees 1 Pasta Frozen Pizza 2 Soup Ground Meat 3 Dinner Plate Rice 1 2 3 4 ODUBWNE Using Sensor Settings 1 After oven is plugged in wait 2 minutes before using Sensor Settings 2 Be sure the exterior of the cooking container and the interior of the oven are dry Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth or paper towel 3 More or less food than the quantity listed in the chart should be cooked following the guidelines in any micro wave cookbook 4 During the first part of SENSOR COOKING food name will appear in the display Do not open the oven door or press the STOP clear pad during this part of the cycle The measurement of vapor will be interrupted If this occurs an error message will appear To continue cooking press the STOP clear pad and cook manually When the sensor detects the vapor emitted from the food remainder of cooking time will appear Door may be opened when remaining cooking time appears in the display At this time you may stir or season food as desired 5 If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking rice the oven will turn off and the correct time of day will be displayed If the sensor does not detect vapor properly when cooking other foods ERROR will be displayed and the oven will turn off 6 Check food for temperature af
34. l panel 12 Time display Digital display 99 minutes 99 BOTTOM VIEW 18 seconds 13 Ventilation openings 14 Removable turntable The turntable will rotate clockwise or counter clockwise Only remove for cleaning 15 Removable turntable support First carefully place the turntable support in the motor shaft in the center of the microwave oven floor Then place the turntable on the turntable support securely 16 Round wire rack use in convection and combination cooking on the removable turntable 17 Shelf use in microwave cooking 18 Light cover 19 Menu label 20 Grease filters 21 Rating label CONTROL PANEL The 7 digit Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows cooking hints N convection microwave convection sensor 18 22 _ ___ convection micro cook __ _ 14 15 EE 18 20 sensor 13 popcorn potato wies ie 17 17 ada S snack defrost P menu wt time ea 11 12 chicken user power 13 _ nuggets pref level 10 Lag 23 24 __ w 50 18 e 0 e 4 START e STO 10 enter clear 30 sec timer O on off w 25 z 25 25 A Number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information k NOTE When a pad is pressed an audible signal will be heard which confirms the pad has been pressed BEFORE OPERATING e Before operating your new oven
35. l parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a soft cloth Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain streak or dull the door surface EASY CARE STAINLESS STEEL SOME MODELS Your microwave oven finish may be made with Easy Care Stainless Steel Some models Clean the stainless with warm soapy water using a clean sponge or cloth Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth DO NOT use ANY store bought cleaners like Stainless Steel cleaners or any other types of cleaners containing any abrasive chlorides chlorines or ammonia It is recommended to use mild dish soap and water or a 50 50 solution of water and vinegar TOUCH CONTROL PANEL Care should be taken in cleaning the touch control panel If the control panel becomes soiled open the microwave oven door before cleaning Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only Dry with a soft cloth Do not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners Close door and touch Clear Off INTERIOR Cleaning is easy because little heat is generated to the interior surfaces To clean the interior surfaces wipe with a soft cloth and warm water DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS For heavier soil use baking soda or a mild soap rinse thoroughly with hot water The round wire rack and shelf can be cleaned with hot soapy water rinsed and dried WAVEGUIDE COVER The waveguide cover is located on the ceilin
36. loth and dry Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave Removable Turntable and Turntable Support To prevent breakage do not place the turntable into water just after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The turntable and support can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the turntable and support in place How to Clean the Outside Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave Case Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth Rinse with a damp cloth and then dry Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth 29 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Control Panel and Door Wipe with a damp cloth Dry thoroughly Do not use cleaning sprays large amounts of soap and water abrasives or sharp objects on the panel they can damage it Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel Door Surface It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave Use only mild non abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth Rinse well Power Cord If the cord becomes soiled unplug and wash with a damp cloth For stubborn spots sudsy water may be used but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and
37. lters Use care when cleaning the louver and the grease filters Corrosive cleaning agents such as lye based oven cleaners may damage the louver and the grease filters When flaming food under the hood turn the fan on This appliance is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36 wide or less SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the convection or combination cooking Thermometer Do not use regular cooking or oven functions both the outside and inside of the oven will thermometers when cooking by microwave or become hot Always use hot pads to remove containers combination The metal and mercury in these of food and cooking accessories such as the oven shelf thermometers could causearcingand possible damage round wire rack and glass tray to the oven Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or Do not clean with metal scouring pads Pieces can burn recommended for use in the microwave oven off the pad and touch electrical parts involving risk of electric shock AY WARNING If you see arcing press the Stop Clear button and correct the problem ARCING Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven e Foil not molded to food upturned edges act Arcing is caused by like antennas e The metal shelf not installed correctly so it e Metal such as twist ties poultry pins or gold touches the microwave wall rimmed
38. make sure you read This is a 12 hour clock If you attempt to enter an incorrect and understand this Use and Care Guide completely clock time ERROR will appear in the display Press the e Before the Over the Range Microwave Oven can be used STOP clear pad and re set the clock follow these procedures 1 Plug in the oven Close the door The oven display will show ENJOY YOUR OVEN PRESS CLEAR L NOTE 2 Press the STOP clear pad will appear 3 Set clock See below Your Over the Range Microwave Oven can be programmed To Set the Clock with the door open except for 30 sec e Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12 30 A M or P M STOP clear Press the STOP clear to 1 Erase if you make a mistake during programming Cancel timer and the signal aftet cooking Stop the oven temporarily during cooking Return the time of day to the display Cancel a program during cooking press twice Step Press 1 Press the user pref pad 2 Press number 1 Sp 3 Enter the correct time of day O 2 by pressing the numbers in sequence 3 0 wk WN 4 Press the START enter 30 START enter sec pad 30 sec MANUAL COOKING fame Cooking g PRESS POWER LEVEL APPROXIMATE COMMON Your Over the Range Microwave Oven can be programmed PAD NUMBER OF TIMES PERCENTAGE WORDS FOR for 99 minutes 99 seconds 99 99 Always enter the seconds after the minutes even if they are both zeros FOR DESIRED POWER O
39. ntific and Medical equipment described in the International Standard CISPR11 Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width depth and height Actual capacity for holding food is less In compliance with standards set by FCC Federal Communications Commission Authorized DHHS Complies with Department of Health and Human Services DHHS rule CFR Title 21 Chapter Subchapter J This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc Bon This symbol on the nameplate means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc for use in Canada 31 MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty For one year from your original date of purchase Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures Products us
40. o a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances In the event of an electrical short circuit grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current AX WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock Electrical Requirements Check Installation Instructions for proper location for the power supply The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 13 5 amp or more protected electrical supply It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the microwave oven be provided The microwave oven is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PIN FROM THE PLUG DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD If the power supply cord is too short have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance The Power Supply Cord and plug must be connected to a separate 120 Volt AC 60 Hz 13 5 Amp or more branch circuit single grounded receptacle The receptacle should be located inside the cabinet directly above the Microwave Oven mounting location as shown in Figure 1 L NOTES 1 If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions consult a qualified electrician or service person 2 Neithe
41. o not use ammonia The aluminum on the filter will corrode and darken 3 To reinstall the exhaust ventilation filter slide it into the side slot then push up and toward oven to lock Reinstall the 2nd filter using the same procedure 2 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Charcoal filter replacement Oven light replacement Charcoal Filter installed in your microwave oven is used Remove the vent grill per instructions 1 4 above and for norvented recirculated installation The filter should charcoal filter if used be changed every 6 to 12 months depending on use 1 Open light cover located behind filter mounting by 1 Disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit carefully pulling up on the front edge breaker panel or by unplugging 2 Remove the vent grill mounting screws 3 Pull the vent grill away from the unit 2 Remove old light bulb and replace only with equivalent 30 watt bulb available from parts distributor Bulbs are also available at most hardware stores or lighting centers 4 Remove the charcoal filter by pushing it inwards then turn and pull it away from the unit Note DO NOT USE BULB LARGER THAN 30 WATTS 3 Replace the microwave oven light cover by carefully pushing into place Replace the charcoal filter Push the vent grill back into place engaging both the bottom and t
42. od preparation only It should not be used to dry clothes or newspapers Your microwave oven is rated 1000 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure In using recipes or package directions check food a minute or two before the minimum time and add time accordingly ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING Arrange food carefully Place thickest areas towards outside of dish Watch cooking time Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite Cover foods while cooking Check recipe or cookbook for suggestions paper towels wax paper microwave plastic wrap or a lid Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any thin areas of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking before dense thick areas are cooked thoroughly Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or twice during cooking if possible Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside Add standing time Remove food from microwave oven and stir if possible Cover for standing time which allows the food to finish cooking without overcooking Check for doneness Look for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached
43. oking and reheating DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food Vent so steam can escape Lids that are microwave safe are a good choice because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking Microwave oven cooking bags are good for large meats or foods that need tenderizing DO NOT use metal twist ties Remember to slit bag so steam can escape How to use aluminum foil in your microwave oven e Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly on the food can be used to shield areas that are either defrosting or cooking too quickly e Foil should not come closer than one inch to any surface of the microwave oven Should you have questions about utensils or coverings check a good microwave cookbook or follow recipe suggestions ACCESSORIES There are many microwave accessories available for purchase Evaluate carefully before you purchase so that they meet your needs A microwave safe thermometer will assist you in determining correct doneness and assure you that foods have been cooked to safe temperatures Electrolux is not responsible for any damage to the microwave oven when accessories are used ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE Children below the age of 7 should use the microwave oven with a supervising person very near to them Between the ages of 7 and 12 the supervising person should be in the same room As with any appliance close supervision by an adult is necessary when used by children At no time should anyone be
44. on must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date NEED HELP Visit the Frigidaire Web Site at http www frigidaire com Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave oven properly If you received a damaged Microwave Oven immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the Microwave Oven Save time and money Check the section titled Service Call Check This section helps you solve common problems that might occur If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back of this manual Or call Frigidaire Customer Services at 1 800 944 9044 24 hours a day 7 days a week IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life 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
45. once every month 1 Unplug the microwave oven or turn off power at the main CAUTION A To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage do not operate oven hood without filters properly in place circuit breaker 2 Remove the bulb cover mounting screws at both light positions under the microwave Surface lights 3 Replace bulb with 30 watt appliance bulb 4 Re install bulb cover and mounting screw 5 Plug the microwave back into the power supply or turn the power back on at the main circuit breaker Ventilation filters 1 To remove the exhaust ventilation filters slide the filter to the rear Then pull filter downward and push to the other side The filter will drop out Repeat for the 2nd filter XIRRI RRRS SE w SE SS SE SE NNN GE e SE e E e e e Be SE KE E E GE E E E EE EE EE EE DEE EE SE SE SE EE KEE Zi SE e SEH e 23238222S Bee EE EE ZG Ki e EE see E Se RE EE EE E dc EE SE EE SG SE SE SE SE ORS e SE e Se See E SE SE SE SE SN Gs SE E Gs SC Se SZ 3 lt x lt x SCH se ss seats SE SE ee SE Se GE Se Ge see Ss d E SS 2 Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild detergent Rinse well and shake to dry or wash in a dishwasher D
46. op tabs and replace the vent grill mouting screws 28 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning Cleaning suggestions For best performance and for safety reasons keep the oven clean inside and outside Take special care to keep the inner door panel and oven fron frame free of food and grease build up Never use rough scouring powder or pads on the microwave Wipe the microwave oven inside and out with a soft cloth and and warm not hot mild detergent solution Then rinse and wipe completely dry Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel especially after cooking greasy foods like chicken or bacon Clean your microwave oven weekly or more often if needed Follow these instructions to clean and care for your microwave oven e Keep the inside cavity of the oven clean Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls causing the oven to work less efficiently e Wipe up spills immediately Use a damp clean cloth and mild soap DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners e Tohelp loosen baked on food particles or liquids heat 2 cups of water add the juice of 1 lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh smelling in a 4 cup measuring glass at High power for 5 minutes or until boiling Let stand in oven cavity for 1 or 2 minutes e Remove the glass turntable tray from the oven when cleaning the ov
47. owning results whole roasts should be cooked in a glass dish placed directly on the oven shelf e For foods that are too tall to fit in the oven you may take out the round wire rack and place the dish directly on the turntable CONVECTION COOKING Convection Cooking e Use the round wire rack during convection baking e Always pre heat the oven before convection baking e Avoid opening the oven door during cooking each time the door is opened the oven loses heat and this can cause uneven baking Biscuits and bread TYPE TEMPERATURE TIME NOTES Biscuits 400 F 20 30 minutes Canned refrigerated biscuits take 2 to 4 minutes less time Muffins 350 F 15 20 minutes Remove from tin straight away and place on cooling rack Nut bread or fruit bread 350 F 55 70 minutes Bread 350 F 55 65 minutes Plain or sweet rolls 350 F 40 50 minutes Lightly grease baking sheet Cakes TYPE TEMPERATURE TIME NOTES Cheesecake 280t 65 75 minutes After baking open oven door slightly and leave cheesecake to stand in oven for 30 minutes Coffee cake 350 F 30 40 minutes Cup cakes 350 F 20 30 minutes Fruit cake 300 F 85 95 minutes Gingerbread 350 F 40 45 minutes 19 Combination Cooking Combination cooking helps to brown and crisp foods CONVECTION COOKING TYPE QUANTITY TIME NOTES Beefburgers 4oz 16 19 minutes for two Place on microwave proof plate drain fat and turn halfway through cooking Beef rump ro
48. r Electrolux nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the microwave oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures 3 Prong Plug CS S G A Grounding Pin 3 Prong Receptacle Ground Receptacle Box Figure 1 Ground Receptacle Opening for Power Cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN This Use and Care Manual is valuable read it carefully and always Save it for reference A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset Check it for microwave cooking principles techniques hints and recipes NEVER use the microwave oven without the turntable and support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish could be placed in the microwave oven The turntable will turn both clockwise and counterclockwise ALWAYS have food in the microwave oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy When using the microwave oven at power levels below 100 you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off It is normal for the exterior of the microwave oven to be warm to the touch when cooking or reheating Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence the amount of moisture that condenses in the microwave oven Generally covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered ones Ventilation openings must not be blocked The microwave oven is for fo
49. sensor 2 and number 2 for soup reheat START 2 Press START enter 30sec pad enter 30 sec Sensor Reheat chart FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Initial temperature Sensor Reheat Place in dish or casserole slightly larger than amount to be reheated Flatten if possible Cover with lid plastic wrap or wax paper Use covers such as plastic wrap or lids with larger quantities of more dense foods such as stews After reheating stir well if possible After stirring re cover and allow to stand 2 to 3 minutes Foods should be very hot If not continue to heat with variable power and time 1 Pasta 1 6 cups Use this pad to reheat refrigerated canned or homemade pasta with sauce For GC 8 24 oz room temperature pastas use Less option Pasta without sauce double the quantity per setting For example measure 2 cups of cooked noodles and program for 1 cup Cover with lid or plastic wrap After cooking stir and let stand covered 2 to 3 minues 2 Soup 1 3 cups Place in bowl or casserole Cover with lid or plastic wrap At end stir re cover and 5 8 24 oz let stand 1 to 3 minutes 3 Dinner Plate 8 16 oz Put dinner plate on a microwave safe plate GEI 225 450g After heating stir well 17 Convection Cooking There are ten temperatures of convection 100F 200F 250F 300F 325F 350F 375F 400F 425F 450F Convection cooking uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven Any oven t
50. swer to any of the above questions please check electrical outlet fuse and or circuit breaker If they are functioning properly CONTACT YOUR NEAREST ELECTROLUX AUTHORIZED SER very rapidly check Demonstration Mode on page 25 VICER i and cancel A microwave oven should never be serviced by a 2 If the oven is set for more than 40 minutes at 80 do it yourself repair person 90 or 100 percent power level after the first 40 minutes the power level will automatically adjust itself to 70 percent power to avoid overcooking SPECIFICATIONS amp NOTES 1 If time appearing in the display is counting down AC Line Voltage AC Power Required Output Power Output Power convection Frequency Outside Dimensions including handle Cavity Dimensions Microwave oven Capacity Cooking Uniformity Weight Work Night Light Oven Light Single phase 120V 60Hz AC only 1500W 13 5A for FGMV154CLF FGMV153CLB W CGMV154CLF CGMV153CLB W 900 W 1450 W 2450 MHz Class B Group2 29 88 W x 15 75 H x 15 04 D 20 24 W x 8 94 H x 13 94 D 1 5 Cu Ft Turntable Approx net 63 93 Ib gross 69 45 Ib 2 bulbs 30w each incandescent light bulbs 1 bulb 30w incandescent light bulbs The International Electrotechnical Commission s standardized method for measuring output wattage This test method is widely recognized This is the classification of ISM Industrial Scie
51. ter cooking If additional time is needed continue to cook manually Covering Foods Some foods cook better when covered Use the cover recommended in the food charts 1 Casserole lid 2 Plastic wrap Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking Cover dish loosely allow approximately 1 2 inch to remain uncovered to allow steam to escape Plastic wrap should not touch food 3 Wax paper Cover dish completely fold excess wrap under dish to secure If dish is wider than paper overlap two pieces at least one inch to cover Be careful when removing any covering to allow steam to escape away from you 14 SENSOR COOKING applies to the following selections Sensor Cook Snack Menu Vegetables Potato Sensor Reheat L NOTES for SENSOR COOKING 1 The final cooking result will vary according to the food condition e g initial temperature shape quality Check food for temperature after cooking If additional time is needed continue to cook manually 2 When sensor detects the vapor emitted from the foods manipulation message or remaining cooking time will be displayed 3 Stay near the oven while it s in use and check cooking progress frequently so that there is no chance of overcooking food 4 It is not necessary to enter amount Sensor Cook There are 4 foods Frozen Entrees Frozen Pizza Ground Meat and Rice under the SENSOR COOK You can cook many foods by pressing the sensor cook pad and the foo
52. troyed Deep fat fry Dry wood gourds herbs or wet papers IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new microwave oven Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking and reheating glass ceramic Pyroceram such as Corningware heat resistant glass Pyrex microwave safe plastics paper plates microwave safe pottery stoneware and porcelain browning dish Do not exceed recommended preheating time Follow manufacturer s directions These items can be used for short time reheating of foods that have little fat or sugar in them e wood straw wicker DO NOT USE e metal pans and bakeware dishes with metallic trim non heat resistant glass non microwave safe plastics margarine tubs recycled paper products brown paper bags food storage bags e metal twist ties Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving place the empty dish in the microwave oven and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds A dish which becomes very hot should not be used The following coverings are ideal e Paper towels are good for covering foods for reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave use can be used for co
53. ven is operating 2 To cancel the timer press the STOP clear pad once Demonstration Mode When the oven is electrified and within one minute to demonstrate press the popcorn pad and hold for 6 seconds ENTER DEMO will appear in the display Cooking operations and specific special features can now be demonstrated with no power in the oven For example press the popcorn pad and the display will show 3 28 and count down quickly to END To cancel press the popcorn pad and hold for 6 seconds If easier unplug the oven from the electrical outlet and replug Light Q Press the light on off pad once for on twice for off Fan AN The fan will automatically start when heat rises from range surface units or burners This protects the Over the Range Microwave Oven from excessive temperature rise The fan will stay on until the temperature decreases It cannot be turned off manually during this time For other uses press the vent hi lo off pad once for high speed twice for low speed and three times to turn off 25 CLEANING AND CARE Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or leave the door open to deactivate the oven during cleaning EXTERIOR The outside surface is precoated steel and plastic Clean the outside with mild soap and water rinse and dry with a soft cloth Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner DOOR Wipe the window on both sides with a soft cloth to remove any spills or spatters Meta
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