MODEL R-830B DR A FT May 21, 2 014 C O N V E C T I O N MICROWAVE OVEN OPERATION MANUAL Read all instructions carefully before using the oven.
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CONTENTS Convection/Automatic Mix Operation........... Convection Cooking....................................... Automatic Mix Cooking.................................. Roasting......................................................... Auto Roast..................................................... Auto Roast Chart........................................... Auto Cook...................................................... Auto Cook Chart............................................ Other Convenient Features ...
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I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S 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. See door surface cleaning instructions on page 22. 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: 2.
installation instructions Unpacking and Examining Your Oven 1. Remove all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the ceiling in the oven cavity. Read enclosures and SAVE the Operation Manual. Waveguide cover 2. Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one.
I N F O R M AT I O N Y O U N E E D T O K N O W About Your Oven This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. The fan will automatically start when heat rises from range surface units or burners and when convection, high mix, low mix or the broil settings are used. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a thick or dense area away from fat or bone. Never leave the thermometer in the food during cooking, unless it is approved for microwave oven use. ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING • Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW About Utensils and Coverings It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many pieces already in your kitchen can be used successfully in your new microwave convection oven. The chart below will help you decide what utensils and coverings should be used in each mode.
PART NAMES OVEN: 16 11 1. Liquid crystal display 2. Control panel 3. Oven lamp 4. Door opening button 5. Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE) 6. Bottom grill heating element 7. Turntable motor shaft 8. Oven cavity 9. Door seals and sealing surfaces 10. Door latches 11. Top grill heating element 12. Ventilation openings 13. Outer cabinet 14. Power cord 15. Menu label 16. Door hinges 15 1 2 3 4 10 9 8 7 6 5 12 13 ACCESSORIES: 14 17. Turntable 18. High rack 19.
I N F O R Mcontrol A T I O N Y O Upanel NEED touch TO KNOW The operation of the oven is controlled by pressing the appropriate pads arranged on the surface of the control panel. An entry signal tone should be heard each time you press the control panel to make a correct entry. In addition the oven will beep for approximately 2 seconds at the end of the cooking cycle, or 4 times when a cooking procedure is required. CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY 3.
before operatin g This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, ERROR PRESS CLEAR THEN REPROGRAM will appear in the display. Press the STOP/CLEAR pad and re-enter the time. Getting started • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely.
microwa v e O P E R A T I O N • Suppose you want to defrost for 5 minutes at 30%. Microwave Time Cooking Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. PROCEDURE 1. Press POWER LEVEL pad 8 times. • Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. PROCEDURE 2. Enter cooking time by pressing the numbers in sequence 500. DISPLAY 1. Enter cooking time 500. 5.00 2. Press START/+30 SEC pad. 5.00 3.
microwa v e O P E R A T I O N AUTO DEFROST The AUTO DEFROST feature allows you to easily defrost many types of meat simply by entering their weight. PROCEDURE The oven will stop and directions will be displayed. Follow the indicated message. • Suppose you want to defrost 1 pound of ground beef PROCEDURE DISPLAY 1. Press AUTO DEFROST pad. SELECT 2. Press number 3 for ground beef. GROUND BEEF ENTER WEIGHT 5. After the 1st stage, open the door. Turn over and shield any warm portions.
microwa v e O P E R A T I O N 4. When entering the weight of the food, round off the weight to the nearest tenth of a pound. For example 1.34 pounds becomes 1.3 pounds and 1.76 pounds becomes 1.8 pounds. NOTES 1. ERROR will be displayed if: More or less than the quantity or weight of foods suggested in the menu guides are programmed. To clear, press the STOP/ CLEAR pad and reprogram. 5.
C O N V E C T I O N / automatic M I X O P E R A T I O N Convection Cooking To Preheat and Cook with Convection During convection heating, hot air is circulated throughout the oven cavity to brown and crisp foods quickly and evenly. This oven can be programmed for ten different convection cooking temperatures for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds. Your oven can be programmed to combine preheating and convection cooking operations.
C O N V E C T I O N / automatic M I X O P E R A T I O N Automatic Mix Cooking with either the Top Grill or Convection. The marriage of these two cooking methods produces juicy meats, moist and tender cakes and fine textured breads, all with just the right amount of browning and crispness. This oven has four pre-programmed settings that make it easy to cook with both convection heat and microwave automatically.
C O N V E C T I O N / automatic M I X O P E R A T I O N AUTO ROAST thick oven mittens when inserting/removing the food or turntable from the oven to PREVENT BURNS. Press to select from 6 automatic roasting menu items. These are well suited to mix the convenience of microwave cooking with convection and roasting. The marriage of these cooking methods produces juicy meats, with just the right amount of browning and crispness. NOTES 1.
C O N V E C T I O N / automatic M I X O P E R A T I O N AUTO COOK Press to select from 7 automatic convenience food menu items. These menu items provide for the ideal mix of microwave cooking with roasting sure to be one of your favorites. NOTES 1. After cooking completion and removing food, there is a case that the cooling fan remains on and NOW COOLING is displayed until the oven cavity has cooled. • Suppose you want to cook 1.2 pounds of frozen pasta. PROCEDURE 2. DISPLAY 1. Press AUTO COOK pad. 2.
O T H E R C O N V E N I E N T F E AT U R E S The child lock is canceled when the electrical power supply to your oven is interrupted. Set the child lock again when power to the oven is restored. Multi Sequence Cooking Preheating, Microwave Cooking, Convection Cooking, Roasting or Mix Cooking can be programmed up to 4 automatic cooking sequences, switching from one variable power setting. HELP Note that POWER LEVEL must be entered first when programming sequence cooking.
OTHER CONVENIENT FEATURES To cancel and restore the audible signal, touch HELP/SETTINGS, the number 2 and START/ +30 SEC. LESS and MORE The cooking times programmed into Automatic Operations are tailored to the most popular tastes. To adjust the cooking time to your individual preference use the “MORE” or “LESS” feature to either add (more) or reduce (less) cooking time. 3. DEMO MODE Cooking operations and specific features can be demonstrated with no power in the oven.
CLEANING AND CARE It is recommended to disconnect the power cord before cleaning. Exterior Waveguide Cover Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of household or abrasive cleaner. The waveguide cover is located on the right of oven cavity. It is made from mica so requires special care. Keep the waveguide cover clean to assure good oven performance.
S er v ice C all C heck Please check the following before calling for service: YES NO 1. Does the display light? 2. When the door is opened, does the oven lamp come on? 3. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely. Press the INSTANT COOK / START. A. Does the oven lamp light? B. Does the cooling fan work? (Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.) C. Does the turntable rotate? (The turntable can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S AC Line Voltage Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only AC Power Required Microwave 1.56kW ±10% Roast 1.62kW ±10% (top and bottom roast) Convection 1.
COOKING GUIDES INTRODUCTION The Convection Microwave oven is the ultimate cooking team. This state-of-the-art system brings together the best of all worlds. Enjoy the browning and crisping capabilities of convection plus the speed of microwave cooking. Microwaving brings out the natural flavor of foods and keeps them moist and juicy. Convection and roast cooking add the advantage of browning and crisping food beautifully.
AUTO ROAST The AUTO ROAST setting roasts perfectly. Preheating the oven is not necessary for roasting meat and poultry. Place foods on the rack which holds meat out of its juices. Never cover the rack with aluminum foil. You don’t need a pan because the turntable will catch the drippings. to collect any juices. When food is done, simply make gravy in the baking dish and cook using HIGH power.
M ain dish recipes Stuffed Pork Chops Steak Roulade 1/4 1/4 1/4 11/2 1 1 11/2 1/2 2 1/2 4 1 1/2 1/2 1/4 1/4 1 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 cup red wine cup soy sauce cup vegetable oil pounds flank steak medium onion, diced stalk celery, diced green pepper, diced cup sliced mushrooms tablespoons margarine or butter cup seasoned bread crumbs Makes 4 servings Makes 4 servings Combine wine, soy sauce and oil in large dish. Add steak and marinate several hours. Make pocket in each chop.
M ain dish recipes Ulltimate Sesame Oven-Fried Chicken 1 1/2 1/2 2 1 2 1 1/2 21/2 1/2 Glazed Stuffed Cornish Hens 1 cup chopped pecans cup apricot preserves 1/4 cup margarine or butter, melted 3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cup seasoned stuffing cubes 1/2 cup water 2 Cornish hens (11/2 pounds each) 3/4 egg cup milk cup all-purpose flour tablespoons sesame seeds teaspoon baking powder teaspoons paprika teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon salt to 31/2-pound broiler-fryer chic
M ain dish recipes Hearty Pizza 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1/2 1/8 1/4 1 1/2 3/4 2 3 2 Nutrition facts per serving: Calories: 245 Protein: 12 g. Carbohydrate: 24 g. pound ground beef or4 to 6 ounces sliced pepperoni medium onions, chopped cloves garlic, finely chopped tablespoons olive oil can (28 oz.
M ain dish recipes Honey Mustard Chicken Grilled Basil Salmon 1/2 cup coarse ground mustard cup Dijon-styte mustard 1/4 cup honey 2 to 3 pounds boneless chicken breasts and thighs, skin removed 2 1 1/4 2 1 1/4 1/2 4 tablespoons olive oil clove garlic, minced cup white wine tablespoons lemon juice cup fresh basil* cup grated Parmesan cheese teaspoon Dijon-style mustard salmon steaks (11/4 to 11/2 pounds) or haddock, halibut, swordfish Cayenne pepper 1/4 Makes 4 servings Combine coarse mustard, Dijo
ROASTING Your oven grills giving tender, juicy results. • Grill food in advance, if desired, then slice. Individual servings may be reheated as needed by microwaving at MEDIUM (50%). Preheating is not necessary so put food on rack, program the oven and touch START/+30 SEC . It is wise to remove excess fat, slash edges and season, if desired. The rack should NOT BE COVERED BY FOIL. Food may be turned half way through the grilling time. • Clean by turning rack over onto the turntable.
R O A S T I N G recipes Asian Flank Steak 1/4 2 3/4 3 3 3 1 2 1 Crunchy Crab Boats cup sherry tabtespoons packed brown sugar teaspoon salt tablespoons soy sauce tablespoons Hoisin sauce tablespoons catsup tablespoon minced fresh ginger green onions, thinly sticed to 11/2-pound flank steak 1 1 1/2 2 1 1 1 1/4 1/4 2 1/4 Makes 4 servings Combine all ingredients except flank steak in medium bowl. Pour over steak. Marinate at least 2 hours or overnight. Place flank steak on rack.
BAKING In a convection oven, the moving evenly heated air bakes and browns foods beautifully. Preheating the oven is necessary for convection cooking and baking. HELPFUL TIPS: • Metal pizza pans are ideal for baking of cookies, biscuits and frozen convenience foods. • Use the turntable for shaping and baking yeast braids or other special shapes. AUTO COOK CHART FOOD PROCEDURE Appetizers/snacks: Brown and serve, pastry Follow recipe or package for CONVEC temperature and time.
BAKING RECIPES Cheesy Onion Bread No-Knead Cheddar Dill Bread 1/2 21/2 1 2 1 1/4 1 1 1/4 1 1 2 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium) tablespoon margarine or butter cups buttermilk baking mix cup milk1egg, well beaten cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese tablespoons snipped parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 2 tablespoons margarine or butter 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 11/2 1/2 1/2 2 Makes 8 servings Combine onion and 1 tablespoon margarine in small bowl.
BAKING RECIPES Colossal Chocolate Chip Cookie 1 1/8 1/2 1/8 1/4 3/4 1/2 1/2 1 1 1/2 Easy Cranberry Tea Cake 3/4 11/2 3 21/2 3 11/2 11/2 3/4 11/2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour teaspoon baking soda teaspoon baking powder teaspoon salt cup granulated sugar cup packed brown sugar cup margarine or butter teaspoon vanilla egg package (6 ounces) chocolate chips cup chopped nuts (optional) Makes 16 servings Makes one 11"-12" cookie Preheat oven to 275˚F. Preheat oven to 350°F.
BAKING RECIPES Chocolate Chip Banana Crumb Loaf Chocolate Nut Crackles 1/2 1/2 1 package (14 ounces) banana bread mix or banana muffin mix 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate mini morsels ingredients to complete mix Crumb Topping: 3 1 1/2 1/2 1/2 1/4 1/4 1/4 1/2 cup chopped walnuts cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1/4 cup margarine or butter 1/2 Makes 2 dozen Makes 12 servings Place chocolate chips in large mixing bowl.
BAKING RECIPES Sour Cream Pound Cake 4 2 1 1/2 2 1 4 1 2 1/2 1/4 2 Fudge Brownie Pie 1/4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour teaspoons baking powder teaspoon baking soda teaspoon salt cups sugar cup margarine or butter, softened eggs teaspoon vanilla cups dairy sour cream cup sugar cup finely chopped walnuts tablespoons ground cinnamon cup margarine or butter cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee 3 eggs 1 bag (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1cup chopped pecans
BAKING RECIPES Harvest Fruit Pie 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 /3 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening 4 to 5 tablespoons cold water 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 6 cups sliced, peeled apples and pears 2 tablespoons margarine or butter 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon sugar Makes 8 servings Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine 2 cups flour, the salt and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in medium bowl.
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