Owner's Manual Convection / Microwave Oven Model: CVM517P Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Using the Oven Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Cooking Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Microwave Time and Auto Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Power Level . . . . . . . . .
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Ŷ 5 HDG DOO LQVWUXFWLRQV EHIRUH XVLQJ WKLV DSSOLDQFH Ŷ 5 HDG DQG IROORZ WKH VSHFLILF SUHFDXWLRQV LQ WKH PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY section on page 6. Ŷ 8 VH WKLV DSSOLDQFH RQO\ IRU LWV
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE VENT FAN The fan will operate automatically under certain conditions. Take care to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in use. Ŷ &OHDQ WKH XQGHUVLGH RI WKH PLFURZDYH RIWHQ 'R QRW allow grease to build up on the microwave or the fan filters.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVEMICROWAVE ENERGY Ŷ 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. Ŷ Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 1. Door Handle. 2. Door Latches. 3. Window with Metal Shield. Screen allows cooking to be viewed while keeping microwaves confined in the oven. 4. Charcoal Filter Door. Push down two button to open the door. You can change charcoal filter easily. 5. Control Panel and Selector Dial. 6. Removable Turntable. Do not operate the oven in the microwave mode without the turntable and turntable support seated and in place.
USING THE OVEN: Controls Controls
Microwave Cooking Your oven uses microwave energy to cook by a set time or weight, or automatically by sensor. Sensor microwave works by detecting the increasing humidity released during cooking. The oven automatically adjusts the cooking time to various types and amounts of food. Cooking Method Heat Conduction Microwave energy is distributed evenly throughout the oven for thorough, fast cooking of food. Heat produced within food by instant energy penetration. Heat Source Microwave energy.
USING THE OVEN: Time and Auto Microwave Features Time and Auto Microwave Features Using the Dial You can make selections on the oven by turning the dial and pressing it to enter the selection. Pressing the dial can also be used in place of the Start/ Pause EXWWRQ IRU TXLFNHU SURJUDPPLQJ RI WKH RYHQ Cook Time (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) Cook Time I Cook Time II Allows you to microwave for any time between 15 seconds and 99 minutes.
Weight Defrost (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) Weight Defrost automatically sets the defrosting times and power levels to give even defrosting results for meats, poultry and fish weighing up to one pound. Ŷ 5HPRYH PHDW IURP SDFNDJH DQG SODFH RQ microwave-safe dish. 1 2 Press the Defrost button once. Turn the dial to the food weight, using the Conversion Guide at right. For example, dial .5 for .5 pounds (8 oz.) Press the dial to enter.
USING THE OVEN: Time and Auto Microwave Features 12 Time and Auto Microwave Features Defrosting Guide Food Time Comments Breads, Cakes Bread, buns or rolls (1 piece) 1/4 min. Sweet rolls (approx. 12 oz.) 2 to 4 min. Rearrange after half of time. Fish and Seafood Fillets, frozen (1 lb.) 6 to 9 min. Fruit Plastic pouch—1 or 2 1 to 5 min. (10-oz. package) Meat Bacon (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min. Place unopened package in oven. Let stand 5 minutes after defrosting. Franks (1 lb.) 2 to 5 min.
Power Level The power level may be entered or changed immediately after entering the time for Cook Time, Time Defrost or Combination Fast Cook. The power level may also be changed during time countdown. 1 First, follow directions for Cook Time, Time Defrost or Combination Fast Cook. 2 3 Press the Power Level button. 4 Press the Start/Pause button to start cooking. Turn the dial clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease the power level. Press the dial to enter.
USING THE OVEN: Microwave Terms / Sensor Microwave Features 14 Microwave Terms Term Definition Arcing Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by: Ŷ the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls. Ŷ metal or foil touching the side of the oven. Ŷ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas). Ŷ metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes. Ŷ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
Cook (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) Because most cooking containers must be covered during Cook, this feature is best with foods that you want to steam or retain moisture. Foods not recommended Foods that must be cooked XQFRYHUHG IRRGV WKDW UHTXLUH constant attention, foods that UHTXLUH DGGLWLRQ RI LQJUHGLHQWV during cooking and foods calling for a dry look or crisp surface after cooking should not be cooked using this feature. It is best to Cook Time them.
USING THE OVEN: Sensor Microwave Features Sensor Microwave Features Popcorn (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) To use the Popcorn feature: 1 2 Follow package instructions, using Cook Time if the package is less than 1.5 ounces or larger than 3.5 ounces. Place the package of popcorn in the center of the turntable. Press the Popcorn button. The oven starts immediately.
Cook (Do not use the shelves when microwave cooking.) If ground meat was selected, the oven may signal you 1 Place covered food in the oven and close the door. Press the Cook button. ENTER FOOD TYPE appears in the display. 2 Turn the dial to the desired food type. Press to enter. See the Sensor Food Type Guide below for specific foods and instructions. The oven starts immediately. NOTE: If the door was open while the control was being set, close the door and press the Start/Pause button to begin cooking.
USING THE OVEN: Baking and Roasting Features Baking and Roasting Features Baking or roasting uses a heating element to raise the temperature of the air inside the oven. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 425°F may be set. A fan gently circulates this heated air throughout the oven, over and around the food, producing golden brown exteriors and rich, moist interiors. This circulation of heated air is called convection.
Fast Cook offers the best features of microwave energy and convection cooking. Microwaves cook food fast and convection circulation of heated air browns foods beautifully. Any oven temperature from 225°F to 425°F may be set. See the Cookware Tips section for information on suggested cookware. See the Best Method of Cooking section to determine the which foods are appropriate to cook using Fast Cook.
USING THE OVEN: Cookware Tips Cookware Tips Convection Bake or Roast Combination Fast Bake Metal Pans are recommended for all types of baked products, but especially where browning is important. Glass or Glass-Ceramic baking containers are recommended. Be sure not to use items with metal trim as it may cause arcing (sparking) with oven wall or oven shelf. This can damage the cookware, the shelf or the oven.
Use the following guide to select the best method of cooking. Recipes can be adapted using the guidelines below to determine the appropriate cooking mode.
USING THE OVEN: Other Features Other Features Cooking Complete Reminder To remind you that you have food in the oven, the oven will display FOOD IS READY and beep once a minute until you either open the oven door or press the Cancel/ Off button. Start/Pause In addition to starting many functions, Start/Pause allows you to stop cooking without opening the door or clearing the display. Cancel/Off Press the Cancel/Off button to stop and cancel cooking at any time.
Auto Night Light Sound Level Auto Night Light can be set for light on during the night. The surface light will be set to the LOW brightness setting at the ON time. At the OFF time the surface light will be turned off. Sound Level can be adjusted for Mute, Low, Normal or Loud. 1 Press the Settings button and turn the dial to select Auto Night Light. Press the dial to enter. 2 Turn the dial to select Off to turn off Auto Night Light function. Press the dial to enter.
USING THE OVEN: Other Features 24 Other Features Filter Replace Reminder Surface Light When the Filter Replace light turned on, replace filter and press Reset Filter and hold for 3 seconds to reset. A filter is only needed for models that are not vented to the outside. Press Surface Light once for bright light, twice for the night light or a third time to turn the light off. Vent Fan Automatic Fan The vent fan removes steam and other vapors from surface cooking.
Helpful Hints An occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. Be certain the oven control is turned off before cleaning any part of this oven.
CARE AND CLEANING 26 Replacing LED Lamp Cooktop Light/Nite Light Replace with LED lamp. Order WB02X26814 from your Café supplier. 1 To replace the cooktop light/nite light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel, or pull the plug. 2 Remove the screw from the side of the light compartment cover and lower the cover until it stops. 3 Be sure the LED lamp is cool before removing. Remove a screw and connector from LED lamp. 4 Connect LED lamp and secure using the screw.
Vent Fan Charcoal filter The vent fan has two metal reusable vent filters. Models that recirculate air back into the room also use a charcoal filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 28 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you schedule service Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to schedule service. Problem Possible Cause What To Do Oven will not start A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Power surge. Unplug the microwave oven, then plug it back in. Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet.
Problem Possible Cause What To Do Vent fan comes on automatically The vent fan automatically turns on to protect the microwave if it senses too much heat rising from the cooktop below. This is normal. During Bake, Roast or Fast Bake (after preheating), the vent fan will automatically come on to cool the oven components. This is normal. When using a Sensor feature, the door was opened before steam could be detected.
OPTIONAL KITS Optional Kits Available at extra cost from your Café supplier. Filler Panel Kits Filter Kits CVM9179SLSS CVM517P2MS1 JX36DSS – Stainless Ŷ WB02X29749—Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit CVM9179ELDS CVM517P3MD1 JX36DDS – Black Slate When replacing a 36" range hood, filler panel kits fill in the additional width to provide a custom built-in appearance. Filter kits are used when the oven cannot be vented to the outside. Available at extra cost from your Café Appliances supplier.
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