USER GUIDE .7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven NS-MWR07R2 / NS-MWR07M2 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 RADIO INTERFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Cookware and cooking materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven SAFETY INFORMATION PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY: 1 2 3 4 Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open because this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged.
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Some products, such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example closed glass jars), are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven. Use this oven only for its intended purpose, as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this oven. This oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Electric Shock Hazard Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this oven. This oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.
Cookware and cooking materials WARNING: Personal Injury Hazard Tightly-closed containers could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking. Cookware and other materials must fit on the turntable. Always use oven mitts or pot holders because cookware may become hot. Refer to the Materials you can use on page 6 and Materials to be avoided on page 7 tables as a guide, then test before using.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven MATERIAL REMARKS Thermometers Use microwave-safe only (such as meat and candy thermometers). Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture. Materials to be avoided MATERIAL REMARKS Aluminum foil May cause an electric spark. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish. Aluminum tray May cause an electric spark. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish. Food carton with May cause an electric spark. Use a microwave-safe dish instead.
Components 8 # ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Control panel Use to set cooking times and enter other information as needed. 2 Glass tray Lets food cook evenly. 3 Door assembly Protects you from exposure to excessive microwave energy. 4 Turntable ring assembly Lets the turntable rotate to cook food evenly. 5 Observation window Lets you view the item being cooked. 6 Turntable shaft Rotates the turntable assembly.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven Control panel # ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Display In standby mode, displays the time. In cooking mode, displays cooking time, weight, and other information. 2 3 (defrost) Press once, then enter the weight of the item you want to defrost. The cooking time is set automatically. See Defrosting by weight on page16. Press twice, then enter the amount of time you want to defrost. See Defrosting by time on page 16. Press repeatedly to select the power level.
# ITEM (stop/clear) 4 5 DESCRIPTION Press to stop the cooking process. Press again to clear the cooking operation. In standby mode, press and hold for three seconds or more to set the child lock. See Using the child-lock on page 17. Turn to adjust settings. (adjustment) knob (kitchen timer/clock) 6 (start/ +30 sec.) 7 Press once to set the timer. See Using the kitchen timer on page 13. Press twice to set the time. See Setting the clock on page 13. Press to start cooking.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven 4 Place your microwave on a level surface that provides enough open space for the air vents. 12 in. (30 cm) 3 in. (7.5 cm) Open 3 in. (7.5 cm) Notes: • A minimum clearance of 3 in. (7.5 cm) is required between your microwave and any adjacent walls. One side must be open. • Leave a minimum clearance of 12 in. (30 cm) above your microwave. • Don’t remove the legs from the bottom of your microwave. • Blocking the air vents can damage your microwave.
Installing the turntable Notes: • Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted. • Both the glass tray and turntable ring must always be used during cooking. • Always place all food and containers of food on the glass tray for cooking. • If the glass tray or turntable ring cracks or breaks, contact your nearest authorized service center. 1 2 Place the turntable ring assembly in the round depression in the bottom of your microwave so that it turns freely.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven Using your microwave Setting the clock Note: If the clock isn’t set, it won’t function when powered. During the process of setting up the clock, if you press (stop/clear) or make no changes within in one minute, the oven exits the setting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Plug the power cord into an outlet. 0:00 flashes on the display and the buzzer sounds once. Press (kitchen timer/clock) twice. The hour flashes on the display. Turn the adjustment knob to select the hour.
4 Turn to adjust the cooking time between 0:05 and 95:00. When you turn the knob to set the cooking time, each click of the knob add a specific amount of time. When you start turning the knob, each click adds 5 seconds. When you reach one minute on the timer, each click adds 10 seconds. After the timer reaches five minutes, each click adds 30 seconds.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven Auto menus MENU AMOUNT DISPLAY A1 Popcorn 1.75 oz. 3.0 oz. 3.5 oz. 1.75 3.0 3.5 A2 Beverage 1cup (120 ml/cup) 2 cups 3 cups 1 2 3 A3 Fresh vegetable 4 oz. 8 oz. 16 oz. 4 8 16 A4 Meat 9 oz. 12 oz. 16 oz. 9 12 16 A5 Pizza 4 oz. 8 oz. 14 oz. 4 8 14 A6 Potato 1 (about 8 oz.) 2 3 1 2 3 A7 Pasta 1.75 oz. (with 450 ml cold water) 3.5 oz. (with 800 ml cold water) 1.75 3.5 A8 Soup 1 cup (8 oz.) 2 cups 3 cups 1 2 3 A9 Reheat 9 oz. 12 oz. 18 oz.
Popping popcorn in your microwave 1 When selecting 3.0 or 3.5 oz. of popcorn, we suggest that you fold down a triangle on each corner of the bag before cooking, as shown. 2 When the popcorn bag expands and no longer rotates properly, press (stop/clear) once, open the oven door, then adjust the bag position to ensure even cooking. Press (start/+30sec.) to resume cooking. 3 Defrosting in your microwave Defrosting by weight 1 Press (defrost) once. dEF1 appears on the display.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven 6 7 Turn the adjustment knob to set the cooking time to seven minutes. Press (start/+30sec.) to start cooking. Using the energy saving (Eco) mode Energy saving (Eco) mode turns off the LED display to save power. • In standby mode, press (stop/clear) for less than three seconds. The display turns off and your microwave enters power saving mode. • To exit the power saving mode, press any button, then open the door. The display turns on and the buzzer beeps once.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your microwave, review the following chart for a possible solution. If your microwave still doesn’t work correctly, contact the nearest authorized service center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION My microwave won’t start The power cord isn’t plugged in. Plug the electrical cord into a power outlet. The door is open. Close the door and try again. The wrong operation is set. Check the instructions and try again.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Sensor cooked The cover or lid on the food isn’t foods not vented. cooked correctly You opened the door before the sensor-detected cooking time appeared on the display. POSSIBLE SOLUTION The cover or lid over food must contain a vent hole for escaping steam. Don’t open the door to stir or turn the food. Maintaining your microwave Keep your microwave clean, especially the interior. • Clean the exterior with a damp cloth or sponge.
Specifications Rated voltage 120 V~60 Hz Rated input power (microwave) 1,050 W Rated output power (microwave) 700 W Oven capacity .7 cu. ft. Turntable diameter 10.3 in. (25.5 cm) External dimensions (H×W×D) 10.2 × 17.3 × 14.1 in. (25.9 × 44 × 35.9 cm) Internal dimensions (H×W×D) 8.1 × 12 × 11.9 in. (20.5 × 30.6 × 30.3cm) Certifications UL approved Power cord length 39.4 in. (1 m) Net weight 21.2 lbs. (9.6 kg) 20 www.insigniaproducts.
.7 Cu. Ft. Retro Microwave Oven ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions: The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
What does the warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Customer instruction/education Installation Set up adjustments Cosmetic damage Damage due to weather, lightning, and other acts of God, such as power surges Accidental damage Misuse Abuse Negligence Commercial purposes/use, including but not limited to use in a place of business or in communal areas of a multiple dwelling condominium or apartment complex, or otherwise used in a place of other than a private home.
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