INSTRUCTION MANUAL EMS 2487 UK
EMS 2487 UK Contents Before using your microwave oven Microwave hints 18 Safety Instructions 5 Quick Start 19 Utensil & food safety 6 Child Lock 19 Suitability of cookware 7 Minute timer with alarm 19 Installation 8 Charts Built-in model 8 Defrosting 20 Electrical connections 9 Cooking vegetables 22 Cooking fish 22 Description of the microwave oven Grilling table 23 and accessories Combined Microwave & Grilling table 23 The microwave oven 10 Accessories 11 Care and cl
EMS 2487 UK Congratulations on the purchase of your new microwave oven Thank you for having chosen an Electrolux product. We are convinced that you will find your new microwave oven very useful and that it will be of great help to you. As with all new kitchen appliances, it will take some time to learn all the new functions and features, but with time, this oven will become indispensable to you.
EMS 2487 UK Safety instructions • WARNING: Should the door seals and / or door seal surfaces be damaged, the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by the ELECTROLUX Service Force Centre. • Damaged appliance parts can only be replaced by exactly the same make of parts. Special tools are required for this operation. • Never tamper with the lock mechanism of your microwave oven; you could cause damage requiring repair by an authorised technician.
EMS 2487 UK Utensil & food safety • To protect the appliance against corrosion from moisture (condensation) in the cavity or on the door, wipe these areas dry after each use. • During delayed boiling, the boiling temperature is attained without the typical steam bubbles rising. When the container is shaken, even gently, the liquid may then suddenly vigorously boil over or spurt - with the risk of scalding the user.
EMS 2487 UK Suitability of cookware If it is just slightly warm, you can use it for reheating but not for cooking. If the dish is room temperature, it is suitable for microwave cooking. Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass half full of water. Heat on 900W (100%) for one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you should not use it. Ovenware material Mode of operation Microwave Ovenproof glass and ceramic dishes (without any metal parts, e.g.
EMS 2487 UK Installation requirements of radio interference suppression, but some interference may occur if it is placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them as far apart as possible. • When you unpack the oven, check that the product is free from damage. Damage or any missing parts must be reported immediately to the retailer. The oven, parts of the oven or the accessories may be wrapped by a protection foil. If so, you must remove this foil before using the oven.
EMS 2487 UK Electrical connections IMPORTANT • The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Connecting to the mains • The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230-240 V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. • Earth protection minimizes the risks should a short-circuit occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the oven matches the supply. N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.
EMS 2487 UK Description of the microwave oven The microwave oven 1 Cooking compartment 2 Viewing window 3 Oven door 4 Door catch 5 Safety interlock system 6 Control panel 7 Grill element 8 Door open button 9 Drive shaft for turntable 10
EMS 2487 UK Description of the microwave oven Accessories Rack For use with the grill function, to brown shallow dishes. It has to be posi-tioned on the centre of the turntable. Turntable and turntable support The turntable and turntable support should be installed as shown in the diagram. Take care to ensure the turntable support is properly in place. The turntable may turn clockwise or anticlockwise during operation. Do not rotate the turntable manually, as you could damage the drive system.
EMS 2487 UK Description of the microwave oven Control panel 1 2 3 1 Display window – showing time of day, function, cooking time and weight. 2 Multifunction button to set the time of day and display the selected microwave power level, etc. 3 Power knob with signal light to select microwave power level. 4. Timer/weight knob – to select cooking time or weight when using automatic programmes. 4 5 Grill button with signal light. 6 Button for switching the turntable off, with signal light.
EMS 2487 UK Before using your microwave oven for the first time Cleaning Setting the clock Plug the appliance into the mains. The display starts to flash 0 0 : 0 0 ”. “0 The dots between the digits will flash rapidly. Wipe over the front of the oven with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents (these can damage the surface). For stainless steel fronts, use a suitable stainless steel cleaning agent that leaves a protective film against fingerprints.
EMS 2487 UK Microwave cooking Example: 1 min 15 s at 900 W 1.Set the required microwave power by turning the Power knob. The signal light comes on. The time of day disappears from the display and the selected microwave power appears. turn to the left = lower power turn to the right = higher power 900 2.Set the required cooking timer by turning the Timer knob. The chosen time appears in the display. 01:15 3.Press the Start button. The selected time starts to count down.
EMS 2487 UK Grilling This method is ideal for toasting and grilling, for example cutlets, sausages and hamburgers. Remember the oven will be hot, always use oven gloves. Place shallow dishes on grilling rack. Maximum setting for the grill is 60 minutes. Example: 20 min grill programme 0”. 1. Turn the power knob to ”0 The time of day disappears from the display. 0 2. Set the desired grillling time with the timer knob. 20:00 3. Press the grill button. The signal light for grill G P 3" comes on.
EMS 2487 UK Automatic programmes automatically. The following gives you an overview of what food can be defrosted, cooked or combination cooked with which programme. Programmes for defrosting and cooking are available.
EMS 2487 UK Automatic cooking programmes Programme Food categories Examples Weight C1 Fresh vegetables I Brussels sprouts, cabagge, carrots, celeriac C2 Fresh vegetables II C3 Frozen vegetables Corgettes, leeks, potatoes, spinach, fennel, cauliflower, broccoli Carrots, cauliflower, corgettes, leeks, Brussels sprouts, spinach, broccoli i 100–1000 g 100–1000 g 100–1000 g Cook covered, in a heat-resistant glass dish, whenever possible. A triple beep rings halfway through cook time.
EMS 2487 UK Microwave hints • • • • • • • • Always keep the oven clean – avoid spill-overs and do not forget to clean under the glass tray and the inside of the door. Preferably use round or oval casseroles with a lid when cooking in your microwave oven. Do not use metal or metal decorated casserole dishes. Certain plastic materials can melt and be warped by hot food. Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass lid, a plate or grease-proof paper.
EMS 2487 UK Quickstart How to set The Quick Start function provides full microwave power from 30 seconds up to 2 minutes and 30 seconds, in 30 second intervals. Example: heating a cup of water (1 min 30 s) 1. Press the Start/Quick button three times. The time appears in the display and the program begins. 01:30 2. You may increase the time by 30 second intervals while the program is running up to a limit of 2 minutes and 30 seconds by pressing the Start/Quick button.
EMS 2487 UK Charts Defrosting Description Weight Power Duration Standing (g) (Watt) (min) time (min) Meat Whole meat 500 150 10–15 10–15 Steak Mixed chopped meat 200 500 150 150 4–6 9–14 5–10 5-10 Poultry Chicken 1000 150 20–30 15–30 1500– 2000 150 150 35–45 50–60 40–60 40–60 Fish Whole fish 500 150 10–15 15–20 Shrimps/Crab 250 150 6–8 15–20 Dairy produce Cottage cheese 500 150 15–20 15–20 Butter 250 150 2–3 15–20 250 200 ml 150 150 2–4 6–8 20-30 15–20 Fruit St
EMS 2487 Description Bread Rolls (50 g) Whole meal, mixed, rye Loaf Pastry Dry cakes e.g. cakes with short crust pastry UK Weight (g) Power Duration Standing (Watt) (min) time (min) Remarks/Hints 4 units 150 1–3 3–5 Set on a paper towel, turn once. Defrost in a covered container. Cover cutting surface. 1 slice (60–80 g) 500 150 15s–30s 3–5 150 6–8 15–20 300 80 2–3 5–10 Set on a paper towel, cover. 400–450 400 80 80 4–8 4–8 10–20 10–20 As for dry cakes. As for dry cakes.
EMS 2487 UK 1 cup milk 200 ml 900 1min50–2 2–3 1 cup coffee (reheat) 200 ml 900 2–3 45–55 Heat milk till it is just hot enough to drink. Stir. Stir. Check temperature ! Defrosting and heating of frozen convenience foods 1 portion meat 150 700 2–4 2–3 with gravy 1 portion meat with 350–450 700 7–14 2–3 vegetables, garnish Heat in a covered container. Stir now and again. As for meat with gravy. Cooking vegetables Cook all vegetables in a covered container.
EMS 2487 UK Grilling table Description Weight (g) Accessories Grill time (min) Grill level 600–800 6–8 pieces Rack Rack 18–24 20–25 3 3 Meat Sausages 1) 6–8 pieces Frozen chopped meat 2 pieces 2 rumpsteaks 3 cm thick 1) 400 g each Rack Rack Rack 20–26 18–20 20–30 3 3 3 Other Toast Snacks Rack Rack 2–4 5–10 3 3 Fish Mackerel Sardines 1) 4 slices 2 slices Preheat the oven for 2½ minutes. i The grill temperatures and times given are for guidance only.
EMS 2487 UK Care & cleaning NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS OR STEEL WOOL PADS ON ANY PART OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN. To loosen difficult soilage, boil a cup of water in the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes. NEVER USE A KNIFE OR ANY UTENSIL TO REMOVE SOILAGE FROM OVEN SURFACES. To remove odours from the oven interior, boil a cup of water plus 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for 5 minutes. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven.
EMS 2487 UK If the microwave does not function What to do if... What to do if... ... the microwave appliance is not working properly ? ... ” - J 1 - ” ( - J 2 - , - J 3 - ) appears in the display window? Check that - the fuses in the fuse box are working, - there has not been a power outage. - If the fuses continue to blow, please contact a qualified electrician. - The microwave remains too hot from previous grilling. Let it cool down 15 minutes before reprogramming. ...
EMS 2487 UK Service and spare parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre. Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have made the above checks.
EMS 2487 UK Guarantee conditions Standard guarantee conditions European Guarantee We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: • The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating
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