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CONTENTS Safety ............................................................... 3 Recipes .........................................................14 Your New Microwave Oven ............................ 6 Checking Parts............................................... 6 Setting Up Your Microwave Oven........................... 6 Beef and Barley Stew ..................................... 14 Broccoli and Cheese Casserole .....................
Safety PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY: WARNING Always observe Safety Precautions when using your oven. Never try to repair the oven on your own – there is dangerous voltage inside. If the oven needs to be repaired, call 1-800-695-0098 for the name of an authorized service center near you.
Safety Important Safety Instructions • When cleaning door and oven surfaces, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. • To reduce the risk of fire in the oven: a. Do not overcook food. Watch appliance carefully if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are inside. b. Remove wire twist-ties from plastic cooking bags before placing bags in oven. c.
Safety Important Grounding Instructions Use of Extension Cords A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a Extension cord is used: 1. The extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. 2.
Your New Microwave Oven Checking Parts Setting Up Your Microwave Oven 1 Unpack your microwave oven and check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any part is missing or broken, call your dealer.
Operation Guide Control Panel Operation Check 1 2 3 4 5 Plug the microwave oven into an AC outlet. Open the door and place the food in the oven. Turn the Power Control knob to desired power level : KEEP WARM, DEFROST, LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. Turn the Timer konb for the desired time; oven lamp will turn on. Close the door. (Microwave cooking starts and Turntable rotates.) NOTES 1.
Operation Guide Variable Power Cooking Chart Cleaning & Care The Variable Cooking Control allows you to select the amount of microwave energy and the rate of cooking/defrosting. There are 5 preset power levels. 1. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door control panel, safety interlock switches, or any other part of the oven. Repairs should only be done by a qualified service person. 2.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Utensils Testing Utensils Recommended Use If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this test: • • • • • • • 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. Microwavable plastic wrap — Use to retain steam.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Techniques General Tips Stirring • Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.
Cooking Instructions Cooking Guide Guide for Cooking Meat in Your Microwave • • • • Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Start meat fat-side down. Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time. The following temperatures are removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during the standing time. Food Roast Beef Boneless 1-4 lbs.
Cooking Instructions Guide for Cooking Seafood in Your Microwave • • • • Cook fish until it flakes easily with a fork. Place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use a tight cover to steam fish. A lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides less steaming. Do not overcook fish; check it at minimum cooking time. Food Steaks Cook Time/Power Level Cooking Time: 6-8 min. / lbs. 0.5-1.5 lbs.
Cooking Instructions Defrosting Guide • • • • Unwrap food. Place food on microwave-safe rack, plate or shallow dish. After first half of defrosting time: remove any remaining wrap, break food apart or separate pieces if possible, remove any thawed food, if possible, shield tips, thin meat. 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.
Cooking Instructions Warm Potato Salad Recipes 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup chopped onion 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. flour ½ tsp. celery seed 1/8 tsp. pepper 2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar Beef and Barley Stew 1½ lbs. beef stew cubes, cut into ½-inch pieces ½ cup chopped onion 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.
Appendix Troubleshooting Guide Care and Cleaning Before you call a repair person for your oven, check this list of possible problems and solutions. Follow these instructions to clean and care for your oven. • Keep the inside of the oven clean. Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven walls, causing the oven to work less efficiently. • Wipe up spills immediately. Use a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives.
Appendix Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY MICROWAVE OVENS THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT.
Appendix Specifications Model Number MW8627W Oven Cavity 0.6cu.ft. Controls 5 power levels, including defrost Timer 35 minutes Power Source 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Output 600 Watts Outside Dimensions 189/64”(W) X 923/32”(H) X 1321/32”(D) Oven Cavity Dimensions 1113/32”(W) X 73/64”(H) X 127/16”(D) Net/Gross Weight 22/25.
Before You Call For Service TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM WARRANTY SERVICE... SERVICE CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098 FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL: 1-800-898-9020 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO: Emerson Radio Corp. Consumer Affairs Dept.
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