NEC Microwave Oven N924P User Manual

MICROWAVE OVEN  
N924W/ N924P  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
& COOK BOOK  
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
WARNING: To prevent fire, burns, electric shock and other hazards please heed the following  
warnings:  
Listed below are certain rules and safeguards to follow to assure high performance from your  
microwave oven.  
11. Do not use the oven for any reason other  
than food preparation, such as for drying  
clothes, paper, or any other nonfood items or  
for sterilizing purposes.  
11. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug  
the appliance and keep the door closed in  
order to stifle any flames.  
12. When heating food in plastic or paper  
containers, keep an eye on the oven due to  
the possibility of ignition.  
12. Do not use the oven when empty, this could  
damage the oven.  
13. Do not use the oven cavity for any type of  
storage, such as papers, cookbooks,  
cookware, etc.  
13. The contents of feeding bottles and baby  
food jars should be stirred or shaken and the  
temperature checked before consumption,  
in order to avoid burns.  
14. Do not operate the oven without the glass  
tray in place. Be sure it is sitting properly on  
the rotating base.  
14. Always test the temperature of food or drink  
which has been heated in a microwave oven  
before you give it to somebody, especially to  
children or elderly people. This is important  
because food and drink which has been  
heated in a microwave oven continue to get  
hotter even though the microwave oven  
cooking has stopped.  
15. Make sure you remove caps or lids prior to  
cooking when you cook food sealed in  
bottles.  
16. Do not put foreign material between the  
oven surface and door. It could result in  
excessive leakage of microwave energy.  
15. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled  
eggs should not be heated in microwave  
ovens since they may explode, even after  
microwave heating has ended;  
17. Do not use recycled paper products for  
cooking. They may contain impurities which  
could cause sparks and/or fires when used  
during cooking.  
16. 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 it may overheat,  
smoke or even catch fire when next using  
the oven.  
18. Do not pop popcorn unless popped in a  
microwave approved popcorn popper or  
unless it's commercially packaged and  
recommended especially for microwave  
ovens. Microwave popped corn produces a  
lower yield than conventional popping; there  
will be a number of unpopped kernels. Do  
not use oil unless specified by the  
17. Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as the  
temperature cannot be controlled and this  
may lead to overheating and fire.  
manufacturer.  
18. Microwave heating of beverages can result  
in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care  
must be taken when handling the container.  
19. Do not pop popcorn longer than the  
manufacturer's directions. (popping time is  
generally below 3 minutes). Longer cooking  
does not yield more popped corn, it can  
cause scorchings and fire.  
Also, the cooking tray can become too hot to  
handle or may break.  
10. Do not cook any food surrounded by a  
membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes,  
chicken livers, etc., without first piercing  
them several times with a fork.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be earthed. In the event of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk of electric  
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a  
earthing wire with a earthing plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and earthed.  
WARNING : Improper use of the earthing plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a  
qualified electrician or serviceman if the earthing instructions are not completely  
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly earthed. If it is  
necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-  
blade earthing plug, and a 3-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  
1. Ventilation  
6. Power supply  
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked  
during operation, the oven may overheat and  
eventually cause a failure. For proper  
ventilation, allow 75mm between oven sides  
and rear. The minimum free space allowed  
from the top surface of the microwave is  
100mm.  
Check your local power source. This oven  
requires a current of approximately 6 amperes,  
240V, 50Hz.  
• Power supply cord is about 0.8 meters long.  
• The voltage used must be the same as  
specified on this oven. Using a higher voltage  
may result in a fire or other accident causing  
oven damage. Using low voltage will cause  
slow cooking. No responsibility will be taken  
for damage resulting from use of this oven  
with a voltage of ampere fuse other than those  
specified.  
2. Steady, flat location  
This oven should be set on a steady, flat  
surface.  
This oven is designed for counter top use only.  
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be  
replaced by the manufacturer or its service  
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to  
avoid a hazard.  
3. Leave space behind and side  
Clearance around all air vents is necessary. If  
vents are covered during operation, the oven  
may overheat and could cause permanent  
damage.  
7. Examine the oven after unpacking for any  
damage  
4. Away from radio and TV sets  
Examine your oven for damage such as:  
misaligned door, broken door, a dent in the  
cavity. If any of these are visible, DO NOT  
INSTALL your microwave and notify your  
dealer immediately.  
Poor television reception and radio interference  
may result if the oven is located close to a TV,  
radio antenna, feeder and so on. Position the  
oven as far from them as possible.  
5. Position away from heating appliances and  
water taps  
8. Do not operate the oven if it is colder than  
room temperature  
Position your microwave away from hot air,  
steam or splash as the insulation could be  
adversely affected and could cause permanent  
damage.  
This can occur if delivery occurs in very cold  
weather. Allow the oven to return to room  
temperature before operation.  
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FEATURES DIAGRAM  
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1 DOOR SEAL  
6 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM  
Door seals maintain the microwaves within the  
oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage.  
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CONTROL PANEL  
8 GLASS COOKING TRAY  
2 DOOR HOOK  
Made of special heat resistant glass. The tray  
must always be in proper position before  
operating. Do not cook food directly on the  
tray.  
When the door is closed, it will automatically  
lock shut. If door is opened while oven is  
operating, the magnetron tube will immediately  
stop operating.  
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OVEN FRONT PLATE  
3
DOOR SCREEN  
0 DOOR OPENING BUTTON  
Allows viewing of food. Microwaves cannot  
pass through perforations in screen.  
To open the door push the door opening  
button. When door is closed, it will  
automatically lock shut. If door is opened while  
oven is operating, the magnetron tube will  
immediately stop operating.  
4 SPATTER SHIELD  
Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of  
cooking foods.  
5 OVEN LAMP  
q ROLLER GUIDE  
Automatically turns on during oven operating.  
Supports the glass cooking tray.  
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FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)  
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2
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1 Display  
Cooking time, power level, present time are  
6 Clock  
Used to set clock.  
displayed.  
7 Time set pad  
2 Auto Cook  
Used to set the cooking time and the present  
time.  
Used to cook using a program or to reheat.  
3 Auto defrost  
8 Reheat Meal  
Used to defrost food (for weight).  
Used to reheat dinner plate.  
4 Power  
9 Stop/Clear  
Used to set power level.  
Used to stop the oven operation or to delete  
the cooking data.  
5 Defrost  
Used to defrost food (for time).  
0 Start/Speedy Cook  
Used to start the oven operation and also  
increase the reheat time by 30 seconds.  
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OPERATION PROCEDURE  
This section includes useful information about oven operation.  
1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 10 Amp, 240V AC 50Hz power outlet.  
2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and place it on the glass tray.  
The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.  
3. Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.  
1 The oven light is on only when the microwave 7 When the STOP/CLEAR button is pressed  
oven is operating.  
during the oven operation, the oven stops  
cooking and all information retained.  
To erase all information (except the present  
time), touch the STOP/CLEAR button once  
more. If the oven door is opened during the oven  
operation, all information is retained.  
The oven door can be opened at any time  
during operation by touching the door release  
button on the control panel. The oven will  
automatically shut off.  
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If the START/SPEEDY COOK button is pressed  
and the oven does not operate, check the area  
between the door and door seal for obstructions  
and make sure the door is closed securely.  
The oven will not start cooking until the door is  
completely closed or the program has been  
reset.  
Each time a pad is touched, a BEEP will sound  
to acknowledge the touch.  
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The oven automatically cooks on full power  
unless set to a lower power level.  
The display will show ":0" when the oven is  
plugged in.  
Make sure the oven is properly installed and  
plugged into the electrical outlet.  
Time clock returns to the present time when the  
cooking time ends.  
WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART  
• The power-level is set by pressing the POWER pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and  
the percentage of power.  
Touch POWER pad,  
Once the Touch  
Power Level (Display)  
Approximate Percentage of Power  
POWER  
P-HI  
P-90  
P-80  
P-70  
P-60  
P-50  
P-40  
P-30  
P-20  
P-10  
P-00  
100%  
90%  
80%  
70%  
60%  
50%  
40%  
30%  
20%  
10%  
0%  
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HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash ":0" and a tone will sound. If the AC power  
ever goes off, the display shows ":0" when the power comes back on.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
This is a 12 hour clock system.  
CLOCK  
1. Touch CLOCK pad.  
This is a 24 hour clock system.  
CLOCK  
NOTE: This oven is multiple  
clock system. If you  
2. Touch CLOCK pad  
want a 12 hour clock  
system, omit this step.  
once more.  
The display will then begin blinking.  
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2
3
0
3. Enter the correct time of  
day by touching the  
numbers in sequence.  
The display stop blinking and the colon starts blinking.  
If you selected 12 hour clock system this digital clock allows you to set  
from 1:00 to 12:59.  
CLOCK  
If you selected 24 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set  
from 0:00 to 23:59.  
4. Touch CLOCK pad.  
NOTE: If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and a error signal  
tone will sound. Touch the CLOCK pad re-enter the time.  
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WEIGHT DEFROSTING  
WEIGHT DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting  
time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
The g indicator lights and defrosting  
weight is displayed.  
AUTO  
DEFROST  
1. Touch AUTO DEFROST  
(MEAT/POULTRY/FISH)  
pad. example) MEAT  
The display will show defrost weight  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
M E A T  
2. Touch MEAT pad for the  
defrosting weight you  
want.  
example) MEAT touched  
twice.  
WEIGHT DEFROSTING begins.  
The defrosting time is automatically  
determined by the food category and  
weight entered.  
The g indicator goes off and the Def.  
indicator blinks and the defrosting time  
counts down in the display window.  
The oven beeps during the defrosting  
cycle to signal that the food needs to  
be turned or rearranged.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY  
COOK button.  
When the defrosting time ends, you will  
hear 3 beeps.  
NOTE: Thin areas or edges of food can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil to prevent over  
defrosting.  
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WEIGHT DEFROSTING(continued)  
1. Touch Meat pad.  
The g indicator light and "500" is displayed.  
The display will show what you touched.  
MEAT  
2. Select the desired defrosting weight.  
(Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)  
MEAT DEFROSTING begins.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.  
1. Touch Poultry pad.  
The g indicator light and "800" is displayed.  
POULTRY  
2. Select the desired defrosting weight.  
(Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)  
The display will show what you touched.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.  
POULTRY DEFROSTING begins.  
1. Touch Fish pad.  
The g indicator light and "300" is displayed.  
FISH  
2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the  
weight defrost chart below.)  
The display will show what you touched.  
FISH DEFROSTING begins.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY COOK buttton.  
* WEIGHT DEFROST CHART  
Touch pad  
once  
MEAT  
500 g  
POULTRY  
800 g  
FISH  
300 g  
500 g  
800 g  
1000 g  
twice  
800 g  
1000 g  
1200 g  
1500 g  
3 times  
4 times  
1000 g  
1200 g  
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TIME DEFROSTING  
When TIME DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of  
alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
The Def. indicator lights and " :0" is  
displayed.  
DEFROST  
1. Touch DEFROST pad.  
The display will show the numbers  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
2 7 1 0  
2. Touch number pads for  
the defrosting time you  
want.  
NOTE: Your oven can be  
programmed for 99  
minutes 99 seconds.  
(99:99)  
When you touch START pad, the Def. indicator starts blinking to show  
the oven is in the TIME DEFROST mode.  
The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting  
time is left in the TIME DEFROST mode.  
The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs  
to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear  
3 beeps.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY  
COOK COOK button.  
NOTE: Thin areas or edges of food can be shielded with strips of aluminium foil to prevent over  
defrosting.  
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COOKING IN ONE STAGE  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
The STAGE 1 indicator lights and  
"P-HI " is displayed.  
POWER  
1. Touch POWER pad.  
The display will show what you  
touched. This example shows power  
level 3.  
POWER  
2. Touch POWER pad for  
the power level you want.  
The display will show the numbers  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
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3. Touch number pads for  
the cooking time.  
NOTE: Your oven can be  
programmed for 99  
minutes 99 seconds.  
(99:99)  
When you press START/SPEEDY COOK button, the M/W indicator  
starts blinking to show the oven is cooking. The display counts down  
the time to show how much cooking time is left. When the defrosting  
time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.  
4. Touch START pad.  
NOTE: It is recommended to use lower power levels and increase the cooking time required for  
foods such as cheese, milk and the slow cooking of meat.  
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WEIGHT DEFROSTING AND COOKING IN ONE STAGES  
Some recipes require frozen foods to be thawed before cooking.  
This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
The Def. indicator lights and "800" is  
displayed.  
AUTO  
DEFROST  
1. Touch AUTO DEFROST  
(MEAT/POULTRY/FISH)  
pad.  
example) POULTRY  
The display will show the defrost  
weight you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
POULTRY  
2. Touch POULTRY pads for  
the defrosting weight you  
want.  
example) The pad pressed  
4 times.  
The M/W indicator lights and "P-HI "  
is displayed.  
POWER  
3. Touch POWER pad.  
This example shows full power  
(100%).  
POWER  
4. Touch POWER pad for  
the power level you want.  
The display will show the numbers  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
This example shows 5 minutes 30  
seconds at full power.  
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3
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5. Touch number pads for  
the cooking time you  
want in the first stage.  
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DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
When you press START/SPEEDY COOK button, the Def. and M/W  
indicators lights. The Def. indicator starts blinking to show you that the  
oven is in Def. mode. The display counts down the time remaining in  
WEIGHT DEFROST mode. Turn over, break apart and redistribute at  
the beep.  
6. Press START/SPEED  
At the end of WEIGHT DEFROST mode, the oven will beep and start  
stage one. The Def. indicator goes off and the M/W indicator starts  
blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in stage, three  
beeps will be heard.  
COOK button.  
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TIME DEFROSTING AND COOKING IN ONE STAGES  
Some recipes require frozen foods to be thawed before cooking.  
This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
The Def. indicator lights and " : 0" is  
displayed.  
DEFROST  
1. Touch DEFROST pad.  
The display will show the numbers  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
This example shows 5 minutes 30  
seconds.  
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3
0
2. Touch number pads for  
the cooking time you  
want in the first stage.  
The M/W indicator lights and "P-HI"  
is displayed.  
POWER  
3. Touch POWER pad.  
The display will show what you  
touched.  
POWER  
4. Touch the POWER pads  
for the power level you  
want.  
The display will show the numbers  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
This example shows 4 minutes 20  
seconds at power level 8.  
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2
0
5. Touch the number pads  
for the cooking time you  
want.  
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DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
When you press START/SPEEDY COOK button, the Def. and M/W  
indicators lights. The Def. indicator starts blinking to show you that the  
oven is in Def. mode. The display counts down the time remaining in  
WEIGHT DEFROST mode. Turn over, break apart and redistribute at  
the beep.  
At the end of WEIGHT DEFROST mode, the oven will beep and start  
stage one. The Def. indicator goes off and the M/W indicator starts  
blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in stage, three  
beeps will be heard.  
6. Press START/speedy  
cook button.  
SPEEDY COOK  
SPEEDY COOK allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100% (full power) by simply pressing the  
START/SPEEDY COOK button.  
By repeatedly pressing the START/SPEEDY COOK button, you can also extend reheating time to by  
30 seconds to a maximum of 5 minutes.  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
When you press SPEEDY COOK, "  
:30" is displayed.  
After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts  
reheating.  
1. Press START/SPEEDY  
COOK button.  
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AUTO COOKING  
Auto Cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad.  
To increase quantity, touch chosen pad until number in display is same as desired quantity to cook.  
(except for MUFFIN & DINNER PLATE)  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
When you touch AUTO COOK pad,  
"AC-1" is displayed.  
AUTO COOK  
1. Touch AUTO COOK pad.  
This display shows the cook menu  
you pressed in the order you  
touched.  
AUTO COOK  
2. Touch AUTO COOK pad.  
for menu you want.  
(Refer to AUTO COOK  
chart below)  
When you press START/SPEEDY  
COOK button “ : 30” is displayed,  
the display counts down the time.  
It is automatically determined by food  
category.  
3. Press START/SPEEDY  
COOK button.  
example) 1. Bread  
* AUTO COOK CHART  
Touch pad  
once  
Auto Cook menu  
Display  
Cooking time  
1. Bread  
AC-1  
AC-2  
AC-3  
AC-4  
AC-5  
10 : 40  
12 : 30  
11 : 00  
12 : 20  
12 : 30  
twice  
2. Soup  
3 twice  
4 times  
5 times  
3. Jacket Potato  
4. Fresh Vegetables  
5. Frozen Vegetables  
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ONE TOUCH COOKING  
DO THIS...  
THIS HAPPENS...  
When you press REHEAT MEAL  
button, "350" is displayed.  
The g indicator lights.  
After the 1.5 seconds, the display  
changed into cooking time of quantity  
and the oven starts cooking.  
The g indicator goes off.  
1. Press REHEAT MEAL  
button.  
* REHEAT MEAL *  
• 350g: Press REHEAT MEAL once.  
• 450g: Press REHEAT MEAL twice within 1.5 seconds.  
CHILD SAFETY LOCK  
The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation by small children.  
To set, Press STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, lock indicator lights.  
To cancel, press STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, lock indicator goes off.  
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING  
1. Press STOP/CLEAR button.  
• You can restart the oven by pressing START/SPEEDY COOK button.  
• Press STOP/CLEAR once more to erase all instructions.  
• You must enter in new instructions.  
2. Open the door.  
• You can restart the oven by closing the door and pressing START.  
NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following:  
1. It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.  
2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow residue to accumulate on  
sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealed area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never use  
abrasive powders or pads.  
3. When open, the door must not be subjected to strain. Any load could cause the oven to fall forward  
and cause injury and could damage the door. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged, have it  
repaired by an authorised NEC repairer. It is particularly important that the oven closes properly and  
that there is no damage to the:  
i) Door (bent)  
ii) Hinges and Hooks (broken or loose)  
iii) Door seals and sealing surfaces.  
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except an authorised NEC repairer.  
5. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.  
6. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the microwave oven  
surface. This can adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous  
situation.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER SUPPLY  
230~240V 50Hz, SINGLE PHASE WITH EARTHING  
MICROWAVE POWER CONSUMPTION  
MICROWAVE ENERGY OUTPUT  
MICROWAVE FREQUENCY  
OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (WXHXD)  
CAVITY DIMENSIONS (WXHXD)  
NET WEIGHT  
1350 W  
900 W  
2450MHz  
495 x 294 x 384mm  
320 x 237 x 343mm  
APPROX. 13.5Kg  
99 min. 99 sec.  
10 LEVELS  
TIMER  
POWER SELECTIONS  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code.  
Green-and-yellow  
Blue  
Brown  
: Earth  
: Neutral  
: Live  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked  
with the letter ‘E’ or by the earth symbol or green-and-yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be  
connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter 'N' or coloured black.  
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or  
coloured red.  
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.  
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE  
Refer to following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call.  
* The oven doesn’t 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.  
* Sparking in the cavity;  
1. Check utensils. Metal containers or dishes with metal trim should not be used.  
2. Check that metal skewers or foil does not touch the interior walls.  
A list of these stations in included in the oven.  
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE OVEN YOURSELF !  
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS  
* Q :I accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it. Is it damaged?  
* A : Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. However, it is not recommended.  
* Q :Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?  
* A : No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always be used in the oven before cooking.  
* Q :Can I open the door when the oven is operating?  
* A : The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. Then microwave energy will be  
instantly switched off and the time setting will be maintain until the door is closed.  
* Q :Why do I have moisture in my microwave oven after cooking?  
* A : The moisture on the side of your microwave oven is normal. It is caused by steam from cooking food  
hitting the cool oven surface.  
* Q :Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?  
* A : No. The metal screen bounces back the energy to the oven cavity. The holes are made to allow light  
to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.  
* Q :Why do eggs sometimes pop?  
* A : When baking or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam build-up inside the yolk membrane.  
To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk with a toothpick before cooking. Never cook eggs without  
piercing their shells.  
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (continued)  
* Q :Why is a standing time recommended after the cooking operation has been completed?  
* A : Standing time is very important.  
With microwave cooking, the heat is in the food, not in the oven. Many foods build up enough internal  
heat to allow the cooking process to continue, even after the food is removed from the oven. Standing  
time for joints of meat, large vegetables and cakes is to allow the inside to cook completely, without  
overcooking the outside.  
* Q :What does “standing time” mean?  
* A : “Standing time” means that food should be removed from the oven and covered for additional time to  
allow it to finish cooking. This frees the oven for other cooking.  
* Q :Why does my oven not always cook as fast as the microwave cooking guide says?  
* A : Check your cooking guide again, to make sure you’ve followed directions exactly and to see what  
might cause variations in cooking time. Cooking guide times and heat settings are suggestions to help  
prevent over-cooking.  
Variations in the size, shape and weights and dimensions could require longer cooking time. Use your  
own judgement along with the cooking guide suggestions to check whether the food has been  
properly cooked just as you would do with a conventional cooker.  
* Q :Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates while empty?  
* A : Yes. Never run it empty.  
* Q :Can I operate my microwave oven without the turntable or turn the turntable over to hold a  
large dish?  
* A : No. If you remove or turn over the turntable, you will get poor cooking results. Dishes used in your  
oven must fit on the turntable.  
* Q :Is it normal for the turntable to turn in either direction?  
* A : Yes. The turntable rotates clockwise or counterclockwise, depending on the rotation of the motor  
when the cooking cycle begins.  
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COOKING INSTRUCTIONS  
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.  
UTENSILS TEST  
Place the utensil in question next to a glass measure filled with water, in the microwave oven.  
Microwave at high power for 1-2 minutes. If the water heats up, but the utensil remains cool, the  
utensil is microwave-safe. However if the utensil becomes warm, microwaves are being absorbed by  
the utensil and it should not be in the microwave oven. You probably have many items on hand in  
your kitchen right now that can be used as cooking equipment in your microwave oven. Read  
through the following checklist.  
COOKING UTENSILS  
Recommended Use  
Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and Dishes - Use for heating or cooking.  
Microwave browning dish - Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes.  
Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.  
Microwaveable plastic wrap - Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and  
avoid placing it directly on the food.  
Wax paper - Use as a cover to prevent spattering.  
Paper towels, and napkins and cups - Use for short term heating and covering; they absorb excess  
moisture when warming food. Pay special attention as over-heating may cause a fire in your oven. Do not  
use re-cycled paper products, e.g. kitchen roll unless they say they are specifically designed for use in a  
microwave oven. These products contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used.  
Thermometers - Use only those labeled “Microwave Safe” and follow all directions. Check the food in  
several places. Conventional thermometers may be used once the food has been removed from the oven.  
Microwave cling film, microwave roasting bags - Microwave cling film and bags must be vented for  
steam to escape, pierce in 4~5 places. Do not use plastic or metal ties as they may melt or catch fire due to  
electrical ‘arcing’.  
Limited Use  
Aluminum foil - Use narrow strips of foil to prevent overcooking of exposed areas. Using too much foil can  
damage your oven, so be careful.  
Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware - Use these if they are labeled “Microwave Safe.” If they are not  
labeled, test them to make sure they can be used safely. Never use dishes with metalic trim.  
Plastic - Use only if labeled “Microwave Safe.” Other plastics can melt.  
Thin plastic, paper, straw and wooden containers - Always attend the oven closely. Look at the oven  
from time to time when cooking or reheating food in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other  
combustible material. Only use for warming food. Pay special attention as over-heating may cause a fire in  
your oven.  
Not Recommended  
Glass jars and bottles - Regular glass can shatter as it is too thin for a microwave.  
Paper bags - These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use.  
Styrofoam plates and cups - These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.  
Plastic storage and food containers - Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.  
Metal utensils - These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.  
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USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY  
General Use  
Do not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.  
Do not place any object between the oven front frame and the door or allow residue to build up on sealing  
surfaces. Wipe with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.  
Do not subject the oven door to strain or weight such as a child hanging on an open door.  
This could cause the oven to fall forward resulting in injury to you and damage to the oven.  
Do not operate the oven if door seals or sealing surfaces are damaged; or if door is bent; or if hinges are  
loose or broken.  
Do not operate the oven empty. This will damage the oven.  
Do not attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. They may catch on fire.  
Do not use recycled paper products as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks or fires.  
Do not hit or strike the control panel with hard objects. This can damage the oven.  
Food  
Never use your microwave oven for home canning. The oven is not designed for proper home canning.  
Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.  
Always use the minimum recipe cooking time. It is better to undercook rather than overcook foods.  
Undercooked foods can be returned to the oven for more cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be  
done.  
Heat small quantities of food or foods with low moisture carefully. These can quickly dry out, burn or catch  
on fire.  
Do not heat eggs in the shell. Pressure may build up and eggs can explode.  
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks and sausages are examples of food with non-porous skins.  
These must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting.  
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven.  
Always stir liquids before heating. Heated liquids can erupt, if not mixed with air.  
Do not leave the oven unattended while popping corn.  
Do not pop corn in a paper bag unless it is the commercially prepared Microwave Popcorn product. The  
kernels can overheat and ignite a brown paper bag.  
Do not put packaged Microwave Popcorn bags directly on the oven tray. Place the package on a  
microwave safe glass or ceramic plate to avoid overheating and cracking the oven tray.  
Do not exceed the Microwave Popcorn manufacturers suggested popping time.  
Longer popping does not yield more popcorn but it can result in scorch, burn of fire. Remember, the  
Popcorn bag and tray can be too hot to handle. Remove with caution and use pot holders.  
ARCING  
If you see arcing, press STOP/CLEAR button and correct the problem.  
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven.  
Arcing is caused by:  
• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.  
• Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).  
• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold rimmed dishes, in the microwave.  
• Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.  
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MICROWAVING PRINCIPLES  
Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with  
RADAR in World War ll. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and  
manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and car  
phones.  
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD  
In a microwave oven,  
electricity is  
converted into  
microwave by the  
MAGNETRON.  
TRANSMISSION  
Then they pass through  
the cooking containers to  
be absorbed by the water  
molecules in the food, all  
foods contain water to a  
more or lesser extent.  
REFLECTION  
ABSORPTION  
The microwaves  
bounce off the metal  
walls and the metal  
door screen.  
The microwaves cause the water molecules to  
vibrate which causes FRICTION, i.e. HEAT. This  
heat then cooks the food. Microwaves are also  
attracted to fat and sugar particles, and foods high  
in these will cook more quickly. Microwaves can  
only penetrate to a depth of 11/2 - 2 inches(4-5cm)  
and as heat spreads through the food by  
conduction, just as in a traditional oven, the food  
cooks from the outside inwards.  
CONVERSION CHARTS  
WEIGHT MEASURES  
VOLUME MEASURES  
SPOON MEASURES  
15 g  
25 g  
1/2 oz.  
1 oz.  
2 oz.  
4 oz.  
6 oz.  
8 oz.  
1 lb.  
30 ml  
100 ml  
150 ml  
300 ml  
600 ml  
1 fl.oz.  
3 fl.oz.  
5 fl.oz. (1/4 pt)  
10 fl.oz. (1/2 pt)  
20 fl.oz. (1pt)  
1.25 ml  
2.5 ml  
5 ml  
1/4 tsp  
1/2 tsp  
1 tsp  
50 g  
100 g  
175 g  
225 g  
450 g  
15 ml  
1 tbsp  
FLUID MEASUREMENTS  
1 Cup  
= 8 fl.oz.  
= 240 ml  
1 Pint  
1 Quart  
1 Gallon  
= 16 fl.oz. (UK 20 fl.oz.)  
= 32 fl.oz. (UK 40 fl.oz.)  
= 128 fl.oz. (UK 160 fl.oz.)  
= 480 ml (UK 560 ml)  
= 960 ml (UK 1120 ml)  
= 3840 ml (UK 4500 ml)  
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COOKING TECHNIQUES  
STANDING TIME  
STARTING TEMPERATURE  
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes,  
The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up.  
require standing time (inside or outside of the oven) Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food  
after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to  
cook the center completely. Wrap meat joints and  
jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing.  
Meat joints need approx. 10-15 minutes, jacket  
potatoes 5 minutes. Other foods such as plated  
meal, vegetables, fish etc require 2-5 minutes  
standing. After defrosting food, standing time  
should also be allowed. If food is not cooked after  
standing time, return to the oven and cook for  
additional time.  
at room temperature.  
LIQUIDS  
All liquids must be stirred before and during  
heating. Water especially must be stirred before  
and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat  
liquids that have previously been boiled. DO NOT  
OVERHEAT.  
TURNING & STIRRING  
Some foods require stirring during cooking. Meat  
and poultry should be turned after half the cooking  
time.  
MOISTURE CONTENT  
Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary in  
their moisture content throughout the season,  
particularly jacket potatoes. For this reason cooking  
times may have to be adjusted. Dry ingredients e.g.  
rice, pasta, can dry out during storage so cooking  
times may differ.  
ARRANGING  
Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,  
should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts  
are towards the outside.  
DENSITY  
QUANTITY  
Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense  
heavy foods.  
Small quantities cook faster than large quantities,  
also small meals will reheat more quickly than large  
portions.  
CLING FILM  
Cling film helps keep the food moist and the  
trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking  
times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess steam  
to escape. Always take care when removing cling  
film from a dish as the build-up of steam will be  
very hot.  
PIERCING  
The skin or membrane on some foods will cause  
steam to build up during cooking. These foods  
must be pierced or a strip of skin should be peeled  
off before cooking to allow the steam to escape.  
Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc, will all need  
to be pierced before cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT  
TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS.  
SHAPE  
Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by  
microwave when in a round container rather than  
square.  
COVERING  
Cover foods with microwave cling film or a lid.  
Cover fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do not  
cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or pastry  
items.  
SPACING  
Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced  
apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.  
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DEFROSTING GUIDE  
• Do not defrost covered meat. Covering might allow cooking to take place. Always remove outer wrap and  
tray. Use only containers that are microwave-safe.  
• Begin defrosting whole poultry breast-side- down. Begin defrosting roasts fat-side-down.  
• The shape of the package alters the defrosting time. Shallow rectangular shapes defrost more quickly  
than a deep block.  
• After 1/3 of the defrost time has elapsed, check the food. You may wish to turn over, break apart,  
rearrange or remove thawed portions of the food.  
• During defrost, the oven will prompt you to turn food the over. At this point, open oven door and check  
the food. Follow the techniques listed below for optimum defrost results.  
Then, close oven door, touch the START pad to complete defrosting.  
• When defrosted, food should be cool, but softened in all areas. If still slightly icy, return to microwave  
oven very briefly, or let stand a few minutes. After defrosting, allow food to stand 5-60 minutes if there are  
any icy areas.  
Poultry and fish may be placed under running cool water until defrosted  
Turn over : Roast, ribs, whole poultry, turkey breasts, hot dogs, sausages, steaks, or chops.  
Rearrange : Break apart or separate steaks, chops, hamburger patties, ground meat, chicken or  
seafood pieces, chunks of meat such as stew beef.  
Shield : Use small strips of aluminum foil to protect thin areas or edges of unevenly shaped foods such  
as chicken wings. To prevent arching, do not allow foil to come within 1-inch of oven walls or door.  
Remove : To prevent cooking, thawed portions should be removed from the oven at this point. This  
may shorten defrost time for food weighing less than 3 lbs.(1350g).  
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DEFROSTING CHART  
Item and Weight  
BEEF  
Minced beef 1 lb./454g  
Defrosting Time  
Standing Time  
Special Techniques  
Break apart and remove thawed  
portions with fork.  
8-10 min.  
15-20 min.  
1
Separate and rearrange once.  
Stew Meat 1 /2 lbs./675g  
9-11 min.  
14-16 min.  
6-8 min.  
25-30 min.  
45-60 min.  
15-20 min.  
Turn over after half the time.  
Shield as needed.  
Loin Roast 2 lbs./900g  
Patties 4 (4 oz..110g )  
Turn over after half the time.  
PORK  
Loin Roast 2 lbs./900g  
Turn over after half the time.  
Shield as needed.  
14-15 min.  
45-60 min.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Separate and turn over once.  
Spareibs 1 lb. 450g  
Chops 4 (5 oz./125g)  
Minced 1lb./450g  
5-6 min.  
6-7 min.  
7-9 min.  
25-30 min.  
25-30 min.  
15-20 min.  
Break apart and remove thawed  
portions with fork.  
POULTRY  
Break side down. Turn over after  
half the time. Shield as needed.  
Whole Chicken  
15-17 min.  
7-8 min.  
45-90 min.  
15-30 min.  
25-30 min.  
15-30 min.  
1
2 /2 lbs./1125g  
Chicken Breasts  
1lb./450g  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Fryer Chicken(cut up)  
2lbs./900g  
11-13 min.  
10-12 min.  
Chicken Thighs  
1
1 /2 lbs./675g  
FISH & SEAFOOD  
Turn over after half the time.  
Shield as needed.  
Whole Fish 1lb./450g  
5-6 min.  
15-20 min.  
1
Separate and turn over once.  
Separate and rearrange once.  
Fish Fillets 1 /2 lb./675g  
6-7 min.  
2-3 min.  
15-20 min.  
10-15 min.  
1
Shrimp /2 lb./225g  
* The times are approximate because freezer temperatures vary.  
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COOKING & REHEATING CHART  
Item  
Power Level  
Cooking Time Per lb./450g  
MEAT  
Beef  
Standing / rolled Rib - Rare  
- Medium  
P-80  
P-80  
P-80  
P-HI  
7-9 min.  
8-10 min.  
10-12 min.  
4-6 min.  
- well done  
Ground Beef (to brown for casserole)  
Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted  
(4oz. Each/100g) 2 patties  
4 patties  
P-HI  
P-HI  
2-4 min.  
3-5 min.  
Pork  
Loin, Leg  
Bacon  
P-80  
P-HI  
P-HI  
10-13 min.  
2-3 min.  
3-4 min.  
4 slices  
6 slices  
NOTE: The above times should be regarded only as a guide, Allow for difference in individual tastes  
and preferences. The times may vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the meat.  
POULTRY  
Chicken  
Whole  
P-HI  
P-80  
P-80  
6-8 min.  
5-7 min.  
5-7 min.  
Breast(boned)  
portions  
Turkey  
Whole  
P-HI  
8-10 min.  
NOTE : The above times should be regarded only as a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes  
and preferences. The times may vary due to the shape, cut, and composition of the food.  
FRESH FISH  
Power  
Level  
P-HI  
Cooking Time  
Per lb./450g  
3-5 min.  
Standing  
Time  
2-3 min.  
Item  
Fish Fillets  
Whole Mackerel,  
Cleaned and Prepared  
Whole Trout, Cleaned  
and Prepared  
Method  
Add 15-30 ml(1-2 Tbsp)  
-
P-HI  
3-5 min.  
3-4 min.  
P-HI  
P-HI  
4-6 min.  
4-6 min.  
-
3-4 min.  
3-4 min.  
Salmon Steaks  
Add 15-30 ml(1-2 Tbsp)  
ITEM  
Lasagna  
1 serving(10 1/2 oz./300g)  
POWER LEVEL Cooking Time  
Standing Time  
P-HI  
4-6 min.  
Place lasagna on microwaveable plate.  
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.  
Casserole  
1 cup  
4 cups  
P-HI  
P-HI  
11/2 -3 min.  
4-6 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
Mashed potatoes  
1 cup  
4 cups  
P-HI  
P-HI  
2-3 min.  
6-8 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
Baked beans  
1 cup  
P-HI  
2-3 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
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ITEM  
Ravioli or pasta in sauce  
1 cup  
POWER LEVEL Cooking Time  
Standing Time  
P-HI  
P-HI  
2-3 min.  
6-9 min.  
Cook covered in microwaveable casserole.  
Stir once halfway through cooking.  
4 cups  
Sandwich roll or bun  
1 roll  
P-HI  
20-30 sec.  
Wrap in paper tower and place on glass  
microwaveable rack  
* Note : Do not use recycled paper towels.  
VEGETABLE CHART  
* Note : Use power level P-HI unless otherwise noted.  
VEGETABLES  
Asparagus  
Fresh spears  
Frozen spears  
Beans  
Fresh green  
Frozen green  
Frozen lima  
Beets  
AMOUNT  
TIME  
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS  
1 lb./450g  
10-oz./280g package  
3-6 min.  
3-5 min.  
In medium casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In medium casserole.  
1 lb./450g cut in half  
10-oz./280g package  
10-oz./280g package  
8-13 min.  
7-10 min.  
5-8 min.  
In medium casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In medium casserole, place 2 tbsp water.  
In medium casserole, place 1/4 cup. Water.  
Fresh, whole  
1 bunch(11/4 -1 1/2 lbs.) 10-14 min.  
/560-680g  
In medium casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
Broccoli  
Fresh cut  
1 bunch(11/4 -1 1/2 lbs.)  
/560-680g  
1 bunch(11/4 -1 1/2 lbs.)  
/560-680g  
4-8 min.  
6-9 min.  
In large casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In large casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
Fresh spears  
Frozen, chopped 10-oz./280g package  
3-6 min.  
3-6 min.  
In medium casserole.  
In medium casserole, place 3 tbsp water.  
Frozen spears  
Cabbage  
Fresh  
10-oz./280g package  
1 medium head  
5-8 min.  
In large casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Wedges  
(about 2 lbs./900g)  
Carrots  
fresh, sliced  
frozen  
1 lb./450g  
10-oz./280g package  
3-6 min.  
3-5 min.  
In large casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In medium casserole, place 2 tbsp water.  
Cauliflower  
flowerets  
1 medium head  
(about 2 lbs./900g)  
1 medium head  
(about 2 lbs./900g)  
10-oz./280g package  
5-9 min.  
5-12 min.  
2-6 min.  
In large casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In large casserole, place 1/2 cup water.  
In medium casserole, place 2 tbsp water.  
In medium casserole, place 2 tbsp water.  
fresh, whole  
frozen  
Corn  
frozen kernel  
Corn on the cob  
fresh  
10-oz./280g package  
1-5 ears  
2-6 min.  
(per ear)  
1-4min.  
In large glass baking dish, place corn. If corn is  
in husk, use no water;if corn has been husked,  
add 1/4 cup water. Rearrange after half of time.  
Place in large oblong glass baking dish.  
Cover with vented plastic wrap.  
frozen  
1 ear  
2-5 min.  
Rearrange after half of time.  
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VEGETABLES  
Mixed vegetable  
frozen  
AMOUNT  
TIME  
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS  
10-oz./280g package  
2-5 min.  
In medium casserole, place 3 tbsp water.  
Peas  
fresh, shelled  
frozen  
1 lbs.(450g) unshelled  
10-oz.(280g) package  
4-7 min.  
2-6 min.  
In medium casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
In medium casserole, place 2 tbsp water.  
Potatoes  
fresh, cubed, white 4 potatoes (6-8 oz.  
/160-220g each)  
9-12 min.  
2-4 min.  
Peel and cut into 1-inch cubes. Place in large  
casserole with 1/2 cup water. Stir after half of time.  
Pierce with cooking fork. Place in the oven,  
1-inch apart, in circular arrangement. Let stand  
5 minutes.  
fresh, whole,  
1 (6-8 oz./160-220g)  
sweet or white  
Spinach  
fresh  
10-16 oz./280-450g  
3-6 min.  
3-6 min.  
In large casserole, place washed spinach.  
In medium casserole, place 3 tbsp water.  
frozen, chopped, 10-oz./280g package  
and leaf  
Squash  
fresh, summer,  
and yellow  
winter, acorn,  
or butternut  
1 lb./450g sliced.  
3-5 min.  
5-9 min.  
In large casserole, place 1/4 cup water.  
Cut in half and remove fibrous membranes.  
In large glass baking dish, place squash  
cut-side-down. Turn cut-side-up after 4 minutes.  
1-2 squash  
(about 1 lb./450g each)  
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RECIPES  
TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP  
1 oz.(25g) butter  
1 medium onion, chopped  
1. Melt the in a large bowl on P-HI for 1 minute.  
2. Add the onion, carrot and potato and cook on P-  
HI for 6 minutes. stir halfway through cooking.  
3. Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind and  
stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and  
pepper to taste. Cover the bowl and cook on P-  
HI for 13 minutes. stir 2-3 times during cooking,  
until the vegetables are tender.  
1 large carrot & 1 large potato, chopped  
13/4lb(800g) canned, chopped tomatoes  
juice and grated rind of 1 small orange  
11/2pints(900ml) hot vegetable stock  
salt and pepper to taste  
4. Blend and serve immediately.  
FRENCH ONION SOUP  
1 large onions, sliced  
1 tbsp (15ml) corn oil  
1. Place the onion and oil a bowl, mix well and  
cook on P-HI for 2 minutes.  
2 oz.(50g) plain flour  
2 pints(1.2 liters) hot meat  
or vegetable stock  
salt and pepper to taste  
2 tbsp (30ml) parsley, chopped  
4 thick slices French bread  
2 oz.(50g) cheese, grated  
2. Stir in the flour to make a paste and gradually  
add stack. Season and add the parsley.  
3. Cover the bowl and cook on P-70 for 15 minutes.  
4. Pour the soup into serving bowls, submerge  
bread and sprinkle generously with cheese.  
5. Cook on P-70 for 2 minutes, until the cheese has  
melted.  
STIR FRIED VEGETABLES  
1 tbsp(15ml) sunflower oil  
2 tbsp (30ml) soy sauce  
1 tbsp (15ml) sherry  
1. Place the oil, soy sauce, sherry, ginger, garlic  
and carrots in a large bowl, mix thoroughly  
2. Cover and cook on P-HI for 4-5 minutes, stirring  
once.  
1"(2.5cm) root ginger,  
peeled and finely grated  
2 medium carrots, cut into fine strips  
4 oz.(100g) button mushrooms,  
chopped  
3. Add the button mushrooms, beansprouts,  
mange-tout, red pepper, spring onions, water  
chestnuts and chinese leaves. Mix thoroughly.  
4. Cook on P-HI for 5-6 minutes, until the  
vegetables are tender. Stir 2-3 times during  
cooking.  
2 oz.(50g) beansprouts  
4 oz.(100g) mange-tout  
1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced  
4 spring onions, chopped  
4 oz.(100g) canned water chestnuts,  
sliced  
Stir fried vegetables are ideally served with  
meat or fish.  
1/4 head of chinese leaves, thinly sliced  
HONEYED CHICKEN  
4 boneless chicken breasts  
2 tbsp(30ml) clear honey  
1 tbsp(15ml) whole grain mustard  
1/2 tsp(2.5ml) dried tarragon  
1 tbsp(15ml) tomato puree  
1/4 pint(150ml) chicken stock  
1. Place the chicken breasts in a casserole dish.  
2. Mix all remaining ingredients together and pour  
over the chicken. Salt and pepper to taste.  
3. Cook on P-HI for 11-12 minutes. Rearrange and  
coat the chicken with the sauce twice during  
cooking.  
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BLUE CHEESE & CHIVE JACKETS  
2 baking potatoes,  
(approx.9 oz.(250g) each)  
2 oz.(50g) butter  
4 oz.(100g) blue cheese, chopped  
1 tbsp(15ml) fresh chives, chopped  
2 oz.(50g) mushrooms, sliced  
salt and pepper to taste  
1. Prick each potato in several places. Cook on P-  
HI for 10-11 minutes. Halve and scoop the flesh  
into a bowl, add the butter, cheese, chives,  
mushrooms, salt and pepper, mix thoroughly.  
2. Pile mixture into the potato skins and place in a  
flan dish, on the rack.  
3. Cook on P-50 for 10 minutes.  
WHITE SAUCE  
1 oz.(25g) butter  
1. Place the butter in a bowl and cook on P-HI for 1  
minute, until melted.  
2. Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on P-  
HI for 4-5 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes until  
thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper  
to taste.  
1 oz.(25g) plain flour  
1/2 pint(300ml) milk  
salt and pepper to taste  
STRAWBERRY JAM  
11/2 lb.(675g) strawberries, hulled  
3 tbsp(45ml) lemon juice  
11/2 lb.(675g) caster sugar  
1. Place strawberries and lemon juice in a very  
large bowl, heat on P-HI for 5 minutes, or until  
the fruit has softened. Add sugar, mix well.  
2. Cook on P-70 for 20-25 minutes, until setting  
point*is reached, stir every 4-5 minutes.  
3. Pour into hot, clean jars. Cover, seal and label.  
* setting point : To determine setting point, place 1  
tsp(5ml)jam onto chilled saucer. Allow to stand for  
1 minute. Move surface of jam gently with your  
finger, if the surface wrinkles setting point has  
been reached.  
PLAIN MICROWAVE CAKE  
4 oz.(100g) margarine  
4 oz.(100g) sugar  
1. line the base of 8" (20.4cm) cake dish with  
grease-proof paper.  
1 eggs  
2. Cream the margarine and sugar together until  
light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and fold in the  
sifted flour alternately with the milk.  
4 oz.(100g) self raising flour, sifted  
2-3 tbsp(30-45ml) milk  
3. Pour into prepared container. Cook on P-HI for  
4-5 minutes, until a skewer comes out cleanly.  
4. Leave the cake to stand for 5 minutes before  
turning out.  
OMELETTS  
1/2 oz.(15g) butter  
4 eggs  
6 tbsp(90ml) milk  
salt & pepper  
1. Whisk together eggs and milk. Season.  
2. Place butter in 10"(26cm) flan dish. Cook on P-  
HI for 1 minute, until melted. Coat the dish with  
the melted butter.  
3. Pour omelette mixture into flan dish. Cook on P-  
HI for 2 minutes. whisk mixture and cook again  
on P-HI for 1 minutes.  
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SCRAMBLED EGG  
1/2 oz.(15g) butter  
2 eggs  
2 tbsp(30ml) milk  
salt & pepper  
1. Melt the butter in a bowl on P-HI for 1 minute.  
2. Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well.  
3. Cook on P-HI for 3 minutes, stirring every 30  
seconds.  
SAVORY MINCE  
1 small onion, diced  
1 clove garlic, crushed  
1 tsp(5ml) oil  
7 oz.(200g) can chopped tomatoes  
1 tbsp(15ml) tomato puree  
1 tsp(5ml) mixed herbs  
8 oz.(225g) minced beef  
salt and pepper  
1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, and cook  
on P-HI for 2 minutes or until soft.  
2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well.  
3. Cover and cook on P-HI for 5 minutes then P-50  
for 8-12 minutes or until the meat is cooked.  
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NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.  
ABN 86 001 217 527  
Home Electronics Group  
NEC Service Centres  
PH: 131-632  
New South Wales  
Sydney  
Newcastle  
184 Milperra Rd, Revesby 2212  
120 Parry Street, Newcastle West 2302  
(02) 9780 8688  
(02) 4926 2466  
Victoria  
Melbourne  
Unit 1/6 Garden Road, Clayton 3168  
(03) 8562 6245  
Queensland  
Brisbane  
Southport  
Unit 4 / 305 Montague Road, WEST END 4101  
Shop 1, 48 Ferry Road, Southport 4215  
(07) 3840 5858  
(07) 5591 3670  
South Adelaide  
Adelaide  
84A Richmond Rd, Keswick, 5053  
45 Sarich Court, Osborne Park 6017  
(08) 8375 5710  
(08) 9445 5901  
Western Australia  
Perth  
For Service in outer areas, please contact your NEC retailer for the address of the nearest  
Authorised NEC Service Centre  
NEC Australia Pty. Ltd.  
Home Electronics Group  
244 Beecroft Road EPPING 2121  
Tel: 131 632  
Fax: (02) 9877 2353  
 

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