MICROWAVE OVEN KOR-181G OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 2 2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 3. ARCING 4 4. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY) 4 5. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 5 6. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6 7. INSTALLATION 7 8. CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFETY 8 9. HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY 9 10. OPERATION PROCEDURE 9 11. FEATURES 10 12. HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS 11 13.
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.
ARCING If you see arcing, press Door Open 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. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.’ WARNING: Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL USE DO NOT attempt to temper with or make any adjustment or repair to door, control panel or any other part of the oven. DO NOT remove outer case from oven. Repairs should only be done by a qualified service person. If a fire occurs in the oven, touch the STOP/CLEAR pad and LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. DO NOT operate the oven empty.
INSTALLATION 1 Examine the oven after unpacking. Check for 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.
CARE OF YOUR M.W.O Turn the oven off before cleaning. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended. The outside oven surface should be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and dried with a soft cloth.
HOW TO USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY Although your oven is provided with safety features, it is important to observe the following: a) It is important not to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks. b) Do not place any object between the front face and the door or allow residue to accymulate ob sealing surfaces. Wipe the sealing area frequently with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abasive powders or pads.
FEATURES M/W DEF TIMER LOCK More Used to add time to cooking. Auto cook Used to cook or reheat. Less Used to remove time from cooking. Power Used to set power level. Defrost Used to defrost foods. (for time) Kitchen Timer Used as a minute timer, to delay start of cooking, or holding time after cooking. lb POPCORN 1. BREAD 2. SOUP 3. BAKED POTATO 4. FRESH VEGETABLE 5. FROZEN VEGETABLE Display Cooking time, power level indicators and present time are displayed.
HOW TO SET THE OVEN CONTROLS SETTING THE CLOCK When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash “:0”. If the AC power ever goes off, the display shows “:0” when the power comes back on. 1. Touch CLOCK pad. This is a 12 hour clock system. 2. Touch CLOCK pad once more. This is a 24 hour clock system. 3. Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence. 4. Touch CLOCK pad.
AUTO DEFROSTING AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in defermining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. 1. Touch MEAT pad. 2. Select desired defrosting weight (Refer to the auto defrost chart below). 3. Touch START pad. 4. Touch POULTRY pad. 5.
COOKING IN ONE STAGE 1. Touch POWER pad. (Select the desired power level.) 2. Touch number pads for the cooking time. 3. Touch START pad. Note : Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds. (99 : 99) Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.
COOKING IN TWO STAGES All recipes require frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking. This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost food before cooking. 1. Touch DEFROST. pad. 2. Touch number pads for the defrosting time you want. 3. Touch POWER pad. (Select desired power level.) 4.
HOW TO SET HOLDING TIME 1. Program the desired cooking time. 2. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad. 3. Press the amount of time you want the oven to hold. 4. Touch START pad.
2. Touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once * FROZEN PIZZA * • 7 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA once. • 14 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA twice within 1.5 seconds. NOTE: 1. Use only one frozen pizza at a time 2. Use only frozen pizza made for microwave ovens. 3. If the cheese of frozen pizza does not melt sufficiently, cook a few seconds longer.
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.
COOKING GUIDE 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 you 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.
Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. This is especially important with large items such as roatsts. Standing Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops. Let foods stand to complete cooking, especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables. Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas.
DEFROSTING CHART FISH AND SEAFOOD ITEM SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Fish Fillets Frozen in block Place fillets on a microwave rack; cover paper towel. At beeps, turn over block of fish. Separate fillets, if possible. Press START to continue defrosting. Let stand 10 minutes then finish with cold running water (about 5 minutes). Individual Fish Place fish on a microwave rack; cover with paper Fillets or Fish towel. At beeps, turn fish over. Press START to continue defrosting.
COOKING CHART MEAT ITEM MICROWAVE POWER COOKING TIMER PER POUND Beef Standing/rolled Rib - Rare P-80 6-8 min. - Medium P-80 8-10 min. - well done P-80 10-12 min. Ground Beef(to brown for casserole) P-HI 6-8 min. Hamburgers, Fresh or defrosted (4 oz. Each) 2 patties P-HI 3-5 min. 4 patties P-HI 4-6 min. Pork Loin, Leg P-80 8-10 min. Bacon 4 slices P-HI 2-3 min. 6 slices P-HI 3-4 min. NOTE: The above times should be regarded only as a guide. Allow for difference in individual tastes and preferences.
VEGETABLE ITEM PREPARATION asparagus, fresh 11/2-in.pieces asparagus, frozen Whole spears broccoli, fresh Spears broccoli, frozen Whole or cut brussels sprouts, fresh Whole brussels sprouts, frozen Whole carrots, fresh 1/2-in.slices carrots, frozen Sliced cauliflower, frozen florets celery, fresh 1/2-in.slices corn, freshon cob, husked 4 ears on cob, husked corn, frozen whole kernel cubed eggplant, fresh whole, pierced leeks freshwhole, ends 1 lb.
ITEM Fried chicken Fried fresh fillets Pizzas Pouch dinners Bagels Danish Dinner rolls Hard rolls Frozen Juice Concentrates Non-Dairy creamer Pancake QUANTITY 2 pieces 4 pieces 6 pieces 2 fillets 4 fillets 1 2 4 5-6 oz. 10-11 oz. 2 4 1 2 4(6 oz. pkg) 6(13 oz. pkg) 6 1(1-11/4 oz.) 2 4 6 oz. 12 oz. 16 oz. 10 oz. POWER LEVEL COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTION P-HI 3-5 min. Arrange, on paper tower lined P-HI 4-6 min. paper plate, covered with paper P-HI 6-8 min. tower. P-HI 2-3 min. P-HI 3-4 min. P-HI 1-3 min.
WEIGHT & MEASURE CONVERSION CHART WEIGHT & MEASURE CONVERSION CHART ■ POUNDS & OUNCES TO GRAMS POUNDS(lb.) 1/4 1/2 3/4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 GRAMS(g) 114 227 341 454 907 1361 1814 2268 2722 3175 3629 4082 4526 4990 OUNCES(oz.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 GRAMS(g) 28 57 85 113 142 170 198 227 OUNCES(oz.
SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY MICROWAVE 120V, 13A SINGLEPHASE WITH GROUNDING 60HZ, AC. POWER CONSUMPTION 1600 W OUTPUT POWER 1200 W, FULL MICROWAVE POWER FREQUENCY 2,450 MHz OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X D X H) 589 X 488 X 339 mm (23.2 X 19.2 X 13.3 in.) CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X D X H) 399 X 451 X 278 mm (15.7 X 17.8 X 10.9 in.) CAVITY VOLUME 1.8 Cu. Ft. NET WEIGHT APPROX. 18 Kg (39.7 lbs) TIMER 99 MINUTES 99 SECONDS * Specifications subject to change without notice.
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.
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