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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
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3. LESS ( ) and MORE (
)
Example: To cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 10 minutes and then decrease the cooking time by 2 minutes:
1. To input the time
press the 10
MIN key once.
MIN key once.
10min.
x1
2. To input the power
press the POWER
LEVEL key three
times.
LEVEL key three
times.
POWER
LEVEL
x3
3. Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once
to start cooking.
MINUTE key once
to start cooking.
START
AUTO MINUTE
x1
4. To reduce the time
by 2 minutes press
the LESS key
twice.
the LESS key
twice.
LESS
LESS
MORE
Time
x2
Cooking time is reduced by
two minutes and continues
to count down, for example:
two minutes and continues
to count down, for example:
Display:
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
The LESS (
) and MORE (
) keys allow you to cook food for more or less time than the preset
programmes.
For Example: If you prefer Jacket Potatoes which are cooked but still crisp, use the LESS (
) key.
Alternatively, if you prefer Jacket Potatoes softer, use the MORE (
) key.
• TO USE LESS AND MORE WITH EXPRESS COOK / EXPRESS DEFROST / AUTO COOK
Press the LESS (
) / MORE (
) key before pressing the START/AUTO MINUTE key.
NOTE: To cancel LESS (
) / MORE (
), simply press the same key again.
To change MORE to LESS simply press the LESS (
) key.
To change LESS to MORE press the MORE (
) key
• TO USE LESS AND MORE WITH MANUAL COOKING
Press the LESS (
) or MORE (
) key to decrease or increase the cooking or defrosting time in
multiples of 1 minute whilst the oven is in use. The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of
99 minutes.
99 minutes.
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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
4. AUTO START
AUTO START enables you to programme
the oven to cook at any time during the:
• next 12 hours (if the 12 hour clock is set).
• next 24 hours (if the 24 hour clock is set).
the oven to cook at any time during the:
• next 12 hours (if the 12 hour clock is set).
• next 24 hours (if the 24 hour clock is set).
IMPORTANT: It is recommended the oven is
always attended when in use. Check to
ensure you have programmed the oven
correctly. Exceeding cooking times and use
of excessive power levels can lead to food
overheating and cause a risk of fire.
always attended when in use. Check to
ensure you have programmed the oven
correctly. Exceeding cooking times and use
of excessive power levels can lead to food
overheating and cause a risk of fire.
• You can use AUTO START only with manual
cooking.
• Before programming the oven, always check the
display is showing the correct time of day.
• Once the oven is programmed for AUTO START
the display will flash between the time of day and
the
the
.
If you press the AUTO START/CLOCK key and
hold, the AUTO START time will be displayed
until you release your finger from the key.
hold, the AUTO START time will be displayed
until you release your finger from the key.
• If you want to cancel an AUTO START
programme, press the STOP/CLEAR key.
• The AUTO START time can only be entered in
multiples of 10 minutes. It is not possible to enter
less than 10 minutes or any time which is not in
multiples of 10 minutes.
less than 10 minutes or any time which is not in
multiples of 10 minutes.
• If the door is opened after programming, close
the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE
key to continue with AUTO START.
key to continue with AUTO START.
Example:
The current time of day is 1:00pm and you want to programme the oven to reheat a casserole on 50P
(MEDIUM) for 40 minutes at 4:30pm. (In this example the oven is set to the 12 hour clock mode).
The current time of day is 1:00pm and you want to programme the oven to reheat a casserole on 50P
(MEDIUM) for 40 minutes at 4:30pm. (In this example the oven is set to the 12 hour clock mode).
1. Enter the time at which you
want the casserole to begin
reheating by pressing the
TIME keys.
reheating by pressing the
TIME keys.
2. Press the AUTO START/
CLOCK key once to set
the start time for cooking.
the start time for cooking.
3. Enter the cooking time
by pressing the
10 MIN key four times
(40 minutes).
10 MIN key four times
(40 minutes).
1min.
10sec.
x4
x3
AUTO START
CLOCK
10min.
x4
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
4. Enter the power level by
pressing the POWER
LEVEL key three times.
LEVEL key three times.
5. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE
key to start the programme.
When the oven starts at
4:30pm, the preprogrammed
sequence will start. The
cooking time and mode will
appear on the display.
4:30pm, the preprogrammed
sequence will start. The
cooking time and mode will
appear on the display.
POWER
LEVEL
x3
START
AUTO MINUTE
x1
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
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CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
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5. KITCHEN TIMER
You can use the KITCHEN TIMER for timing where microwave cooking is not involved. For example, to
time boiled eggs cooked on a conventional hob, to monitor the standing time for microwaved food or to
remind you of the time when making a phone call.
time boiled eggs cooked on a conventional hob, to monitor the standing time for microwaved food or to
remind you of the time when making a phone call.
Example:
To set the timer for 5 minutes:
To set the timer for 5 minutes:
1. Press the
KITCHEN TIMER
key once.
key once.
2. Press the 1 MIN
key 5 times.
3. Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once.
MINUTE key once.
4. The display will count
down. When the
display reaches zero,
the audible signal
will sound.
display reaches zero,
the audible signal
will sound.
TIMER
KITCHEN
1min.
START
AUTO MINUTE
Display:
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
x1
x1
x5
You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds. To cancel the KITCHEN TIMER whilst counting
down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR key and the display will return to the time of day, if set.
down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR key and the display will return to the time of day, if set.
NOTE: The KITCHEN TIMER function cannot be used whilst cooking or when the
AUTO START function is set.
AUTO START function is set.
6. WEIGHT CONVERSION
Your oven comes set for kg.
You can use the weight conversion function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises the
weight unit of the last operation, until you change it. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key when the display shows the time of day or before entering the weight.
You can use the weight conversion function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises the
weight unit of the last operation, until you change it. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key when the display shows the time of day or before entering the weight.
Example:
To change from kg to lbs when using EXPRESS DEFROST 2 (whole poultry), when you want to input 3lb
15oz.
1. Press the
To change from kg to lbs when using EXPRESS DEFROST 2 (whole poultry), when you want to input 3lb
15oz.
1. Press the
EXPRESS
DEFROST key to
select poultry.
DEFROST key to
select poultry.
2. Press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key
to change from kg to
lbs.
to change from kg to
lbs.
3. Enter the weight by
pressing the
WEIGHT keys.
WEIGHT keys.
4. Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once to
begin cooking.
MINUTE key once to
begin cooking.
Kg / Lb
DOWN
UP
Lb Pcs
Kg Lb Pcs
DOWN
DOWN
UP
Kg Lb
Kg Lb Pcs
START
AUTO MINUTE
x2
x1
x1
OR
x22
x1
Display:
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
NOTE: If you change from lbs to kg, the display will show
KG•LB
TURN
STIR
PCS MICRO COOK
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
SUITABLE COOKWARE
18
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
& self-heating
packages.
Metal cookware.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers, made
from "Micro Foil®".
foil & foil
containers, made
from "Micro Foil®".
Heat resistant glass,
(e.g. Pyrex®,
Fire King®,
Corning Ware ®).
(e.g. Pyrex®,
Fire King®,
Corning Ware ®).
Microwave-safe
plastic cookware.
plastic cookware.
Microwave cling film,
microwave roasting
bags.
microwave roasting
bags.
Heat-resistant china
and ceramics.
and ceramics.
When microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated
below:
A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are
recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook.
below:
A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are
recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook.
YES
Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent
heat stress. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as
these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave
popcorn in recommended packaging (follow popcorn
manufacturer's instructions). Never use oil unless the
manufacturer recommends and never cook for longer than
instructed.
Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent
heat stress. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as
these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave
popcorn in recommended packaging (follow popcorn
manufacturer's instructions). Never use oil unless the
manufacturer recommends and never cook for longer than
instructed.
NO
YES/NO
Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from
overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil
containers are not recommended unless specified by the
manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from
overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil
containers are not recommended unless specified by the
manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
YES
YES
YES
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’.
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’.
YES
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
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