EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 3 0.6 cu. ft. Microwave Oven MCD760W Instruction Manual and Cooking Guide Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 1 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 2 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: 15.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 3 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 4 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 5 SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY MICROWAVE 120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDING POWER CONSUMPTION 1000 W OUTPUT POWER 700 W FREQUENCY 2450 MHz OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 465 X 279 X 360 mm (18.3 X 11.0 X 14.2 in.) CAVITY DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 290 X 220 X 306 mm (11.4 x 8.7 x 12.0 in) NET WEIGHT APPROX. 13Kg (28.7 lbs.) TIMER 59 min. 99 sec. POWER LEVELS 10 LEVELS * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 6 FEATURES DIAGRAM 1 2 9 3 8 7 4 5 6 6. Door release button-Pushing this button stops oven operation and opens the door. 1. Door latch-When the door is closed it will automatically shut off. If the door is opened while the oven is operating, the magnetron will automatically shut off. 7. Glass cooking tray-Made of special heat resistant glass. The tray must always be in proper position before operating. Do not cook food directly on the tray. 2.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 7 FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued) q r w e t y u 0 i o p a s 17. Power-Used to set power level. 10. Time set pad-Used to set the cooking time and the present time. 18. Defrost-Used to defrost foods.(for time) 11. Display-Cooking time, power level, indicators and present time are displayed. 19. Kitchen Timer-Used as a minute timer, to delay the start of cooking, or to set a holding time after cooking. 12. One touch-Used to cook or reheat specific quantities of food.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 8 OPERATION PROCEDURE This section includes useful information about oven operation. 1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3-pronged 12 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. oven light is on only when the microwave 1 The oven is operating.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 9 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 systems. If you want 12 hour clock system, omit this step. 3.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 10 WEIGHT DEFROSTING AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. 1. Touch MEAT pad. The lb indicator light and “ 1.0 ” is displayed. MEAT 2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.) The display will show what you touched. 3. Touch START pad. MEAT DEFROSTING begins. 1. Touch POULTRY pad. The lb indicator light and “ 1.5 ” is displayed.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 11 COOKING IN ONE STAGE POWER X6 1. Touch POWER pad. (Select the desired power level.) The M/W indicator lights. The display will show what you touched. This example shows power level 5. Note : If steps 1 and 2 are omitted, the oven will cook at full power. 2. Touch number pads for the cooking time. The display will show what you touched. Note : Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 ) 3. Touch START pad.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 12 KITCHEN TIMER MODE Timer operates as a minute timer, can be set to delay cooking and used to set a holding time 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 TIMER indicator lights and “ : 0” is displayed. 2. Press the amount of time you want to count down. The display will show what you touched. 3. Touch START pad.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 13 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 14 ONE TOUCH COOKING (continued) 1. Touch DINNER PLATE pad once for 12 oz of dinner plate or twice for 15 oz of dinner plate. DINNER PLATE When you touch DINNER PLATE pad once, “ 12 ” is displayed. After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into cooking time and the oven starts cooking. * DINNER PLATE * • 12 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE once. • 15 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE twice within 1.5 seconds.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 15 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 59 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 59 minutes.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 16 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 17 COOKING GUIDE EGGS AND CHEESE Eggs and cheese are delicate foods requiring care in microwave cooking. Piercing the yolks of eggs helps to release steam during cooking. Stirring egg mixtures frequently helps distribute the heat evenly. Because the microwave energy cooks so quickly, always check to see if the eggs are done to your satisfaction after the standing time. At this time, stir, rearrange or turn over. If needed, add additional time gradually.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 18 VEGETABLES Vegetables are favorite foods when cooked in the microwave. Because they cook for a shorter time and require less water than conventional cooking, vegetables cooked by microwave energy retain more vitamins than when cooked by other methods. way microwave energy cooks vegetables. Consult the “COOKING FRESH VEGETABLES” chart on page 20 of this cookbook for preparation and stand time suggestions and for directions to use the automatic FRESH VEGETABLE pad.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 19 BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup cauliflower florets 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 to 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine broccoli and cauliflower 2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on P-HI for 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp; cool. 3. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, basil and salt. Pour over vegetables; toss gently to mix.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 20 VEGETARIAN CHILI 1/2 1 1/2 1 1 1/4 1/8 1 1 1 2 cup celery, chopped small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup) tablespoon chili powder teaspoon salt teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes teaspoon freshly ground black pepper can (15 1/2 oz.) mild chili beans in sauce, undrained can (15 oz.) Great Northern beans, drained can (15 oz.) chick peas (garbanzo beans), drained cans (about 15 oz. each) diced tomatoes, undrained 1.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 21 FISH AND SEAFOOD Delicate, tender fish is the result when cooked in the microwave. Because it is moist cooking, the finished fish and seafood, if cooked for the appropriate time, will be opaque and flake with a fork with no signs of dryness. each other or the sides of the microwave oven, and be sure that all ends are tucked under and lie flat to the food. Cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Seafood cooks very quickly in the microwave-about 3 to 4 minutes per pound.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 22 FISH FILLET AMANDINE 1/4 1/2 1 1 1 cup margarine or butter, divided cup slivered almonds teaspoon almond liqueur, optional pound fresh or thawed frozen fish fillets tablespoon lemon juice 1. In a 2-cup glass measure, heat 2 tablespoons margarine on P-HI for 1 minute or until melted. Add almonds. Cook, uncovered, on P-HI for 2 minutes or until almonds are lightly toasted; stir twice during cooking. Stir in liqueur if desired. 2.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 23 POULTRY Juicy and moist describes poultry cooked by microwave energy. It is a superior method for cooking chicken to be used in casseroles, salads, or to have for sandwiches. See Poached Chicken recipe. (see page 15). Be sure that all poultry is completely defrosted before cooking. Check for doneness after stand time is over. Remember that more cooking will take place during standing time.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 24 MEATS Tender cuts of meat do well in the microwave, especially when cooked at lower power levels. Be sure meat is fully defrosted before cooking. Consult the meat cooking charts (pages 30-32) for details. meat; the higher number for well done. It is always possible to add time if needed, so it is best to start with the lower number for calculating the time. Stand time after cooking is an important aspect of microwave cooking since more cooking will take place then.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 25 PORK SAUSAGE CASSEROLE 1 3 2 1 medium red onion green apples, seeded and cubed tablespoons margarine or butter package (12 oz.) bulk pork sausage, cooked, drained and crumbled 1 sweet potato (about 8 oz.) cooked, peeled and cubed 1 jar (12 oz.) pork gravy 1. Peel onion and cut in half. Slice it thinly. In a 2-quart glass casserole, combine onion, apples and margarine. 2. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 26 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 27 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 to 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.
EW6F6W(¿ ) 02.8.273:5PM ˘ ` 28 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Refer to the 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.
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