MICROWAVE OVEN KOR-161G OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
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 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING-To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 11. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 12. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 1. 13. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A ONLY) WARNING: This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
INSTALLATION 1 Examine the oven after unpacking. check fork damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity. If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately. 2 Level, flat location. Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface. 3 Ventilation Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a failure.
SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY MICROWAVE 120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING POWER CONSUMPTION 1400 W OUTPUT POWER 1000 W FREQUENCY 2450 MHz OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 589 X 339 X 464 mm (23.2X13.3X18.3 in.) CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 399 X 263 X 426 mm (15.7X10.4X16.8 in.) NET WEIGHT APPROX. 18.5KG (40.8 lbs.) TIMER 99 min. 99 sec. POWER LEVELS 10 LEVELS * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
FEATURES DIAGRAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 1. Door latch - When the door is closed it will automatically lock shut. If the door is opened while the oven is operating, the magnetron will automatically shut off. 2. Door seal - The door seal maintains the microwave within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage. 3. Oven cavity 4. Spatter shield - Protects the microwave outlet from splashes of cooking foods. 6. Door release button - Pushing this button stops oven operation and opens the door. 7.
FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued) q M/W DEF TIMER LOCK e g POPCORN 1. BREAD 2. SOUP 3. BAKED POTATO 4. FRESH VEGETABLE 5. FROZEN VEGETABLE FROZEN PIZZA LESS AUTO COOK DINNER PLATE AUTO DEFROST MEAT u POWER i DEFROST a POULTRY STOP/ CLEAR 10. Time set pad - Used to set the cooking time and the present time. FISH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 KITCHEN TIMER o w MORE CLOCK START/ SPEEDY COOK r t y 0 p s 17. Power - Used to set power level. 18. Defrost - Used to defrost foods.(for time) 11.
OPERATION PROCEDURE This section includes useful information about oven operation. 1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3- pronged 15 Amp, 120V AC 60Hz power outlet. 2. After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put 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.
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. CLOCK 1. Touch CLOCK pad. This is a 12 hour clock system. 2. Touch CLOCK pad once more. This is a 24 hour clock system. NOTE: This oven has multiple clock system. If you want 12 hour clock system, omit this step. 3. Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence.
WEIGHT DEFROSTING WEIGHT DEFROSTING lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. 1. Touch MEAT pad. MEAT The DEFROST & g indicator light and "500" is displayed. The display will show what you touched. 2. Select desired defrosting weight. MEAT DEFROSTING begins. 3. Touch START pad. 1. Touch POULTRY pad. POULTRY The DEFROST & g indicator light and "800" is displayed. The display will show what you touched. 2.
COOKING IN ONE STAGE 1. Touch POWER pad. (Select desired power level.) POWER X6 2. Touch the number pads for the cooking time. The M/W indicator lights. The display will show what you touched. This example shows power level 5. NOTE: If steps 1nd 2 are omitted, the oven will cook at full power. The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched. 3. Touch START pad. NOTE: Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds.
KITCHEN TIMER MODE Timer operates as a minute timer, can be set to delay cooking and used as a hold setting after cooking.However delay cooking can not be programmed for defrost. Timer operates without microwave energy. HOW TO USE AS A MINUTE TIMER KITCHEN TIMER 1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad. The KITCHEN TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed. 2. Press the amount of time you want to count down. The display will show the numbers you pressed in the order you touched. 3. Touch START pad.
SPEEDY COOK SPEEDY COOK allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100% (full power) by simply touching the SPEEDY COOK pad. By repeatedly touching the SPEEDY COOK pad, you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes by 30 second increments. SPEEDY COOK 1. Touch SPEEDY COOK pad. When you touch SPEEDY COOK, ":30" is displayed. After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts reheating. ONE TOUCH COOKING One touch cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad.
ONE TOUCH COOKING (CONTINUED) 1. Touch DINNER PLATE pad once for an 350 g dinner plate or twice for 430 g of dinner plate. DINNER PLATE When you touch DINNER PLATE pad once, "350" is displayed. After 1.5 seconds, the display shows the cooking time and the oven starts cooking. * DINNER PLATE * • 350 g : Touch DINNER PLATE once. • 430 g : Touch DINNER PLATE twice within 1.5 seconds. AUTO COOK Auto cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by repeatedly touching auto cook pad.
LESS, MORE To alter one touch cooking or cooking time whilst oven is in operation, use LESS or MORE.(except for defrosting) Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the one touch cooking time in multiples of 10 seconds. The overall one touch cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 99 minutes 50 seconds. Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the cooking time in multiples of 1 minute. The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 99 minutes.
UTENSIL TEST Dishes that do not absorb microwave energy are best for microwave cooking. Lock on the label to verify that particular cups, glasses, plates are indeed suitable, especially paper goods. If you are not sure, try this utensil test to check. • Put the empty utensil in the microwave oven. • Put one cup of water in a glass measure next to the empty utensil. • Heat on HI for 1 minute. • After 1 minute the water should be warm but the utensil should not.
CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN 1 2 Turn the oven off before cleaning. 3 The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings. 4 If the Control Panel becomes wet, clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on Control Panel. 5 6 It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning.
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 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.
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.
