Microwave/grill/convection oven JLMWCM006 User guide MFL06446143
Microwave/grill/convection oven user guide
Contents Introduction 5 Safety is important In the box 5 5 Safety information 6 Important safety information 6 Ecological hints Environmental information 7 7 Cautions Mains supply Plug wiring information 8 10 10 Installation 11 Check the microwave is working correctly Microwave-safe utensils 11 12 Microwave test Dinner plates Glassware Plastic storage containers Paper Plastic cooking bags Plastic microwave cookware Pottery, stoneware and ceramic 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 13 Parts Identification
Servicing & cleaning 39 Servicing Keep the inside of the microwave clean Keep the outside of the microwave clean Cleaning the control panel 39 39 39 39 Questions & answers 40 Technical specifications 41 Disposal Guarantee 42 42 4 Microwave/grill/convection oven user guide
Introduction Please take time to read these instructions and retain for future reference. Note: For the remainder of this user guide, the microwave/grill/convection oven will be referred to as the microwave. Safety is important To ensure your safety and the safety of others, please read the Safety information before you install this microwave. Keep this information in a safe place for future reference.
Safety information Important safety instructions - read carefully before use Take note of the following safety information that appears on the back of this microwave. Warning! To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not expose this microwave to rain or moisture. Warning! Always remove the mains plug from the wall socket when not in use or before any service operation. Warning! There are no user serviceable parts on this microwave. Refer servicing to qualified service technician.
• Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away. • The microwave is not intended to be operated by an external timer or by a separate control. • Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. Remove the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or defrosting. However some food should be covered with plastic film, for heating or cooking.
Cautions • Do not operate the microwave with the door open. It is important not to tamper with the safety interlocks. It could result in harmful exposure to excessive microwave energy. (Safety interlocks automatically switch off any cooking activity when the door is opened.) • An exhaust outlet is located on the top, bottom or side of the microwave. Don’t block the outlet. It could result in damage to the microwave and poor cooking results. • Do not place any object (such as kitchen towels, napkins, etc.
• If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the microwave from the power supply and keep the microwave door closed in order to stifle any flames. It can cause serious damage such as a fire or electric shock. • When food is heated or cooked in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials, keep an eye on the microwave and check it frequently. • The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the microwave is operating.
Mains supply Warning! This microwave MUST BE EARTHED. Warning! Should the power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by an approved service technician. John Lewis declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the microwave’s rating plate. The microwave is supplied with a 13 amp plug.
Installation When upacking the microwave, be aware of the following points: • When unpacking the microwave make sure all accessories (Rotating ring, glass tray, high rack, metal tray and low rack) and packing materials are removed. • Check to make sure that the microwave has not been damaged during shipping. • Unpack the microwave and place it on a flat and level surface.
Microwave-safe utensils Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce off any metal object in the microwave and cause arcing. Most heat resistant non-metallic cooking utensils are safe for use in the microwave. However, never use metal or metal trimmed utensils when using the microwave feature. If you have any doubts about a particular utensil, there is a simple way to find out if it can be used in the microwave. Carry out the microwave test.
Pottery, stoneware and ceramic Containers made of these materials are usually fine for use, but they should be tested to be sure. Carry out the microwave test. Caution - Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable as cooking utensils.
Parts Identification Control panel 14 1 Mode - used to select the cooking feature 7 Time/Weight dial 2 Roast button 8 Clock button 3 Auto defrost button 9 Defrost & bake button 4 Auto cook button 10 Crispy reheat button 5 Start/Quick start button 11 Display 6 Stop/Clear button Microwave/grill/convection oven user guide
Preparation When the microwave is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power cut, a ‘0’ will be illuminated in the display; you will have to reset the clock. If the clock (or display) shows any strange looking symbols, unplug the microwave from the mains supply, plug it back in and reset the clock. 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock The microwave clock can be set to either a 12 hour clock format or a 24 hour clock format.
Operation Microwave power cooking This microwave is equipped with 5 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking. To assist with the selection of a suitable power level, the table below shows the examples of food and their recommended cooking power levels for use with this microwave.
Quick start The QUICK feature allows you to set 30 second intervals of HIGH power cooking. 1 Press the Stop/Clear button. 2 Repeatedly press the Start/Quick Start button until the desired time is displayed. Microwave power level To select a suitable power level: Make sure that the microwave is correctly installed as described on page 11. 3 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the selected GRILL option. 4 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired time is shown in the display.
Speed hot air 4 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired temperature is displayed in the display. The microwave has a speed hot air cooking feature which allows you to combine convection cooking with the grill. This generally means it takes less time to cook food. 5 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the selected temperature. The microwave has a temperature range of 100 °C ~ 230 °C. (180 °C is automatically used when speed hot air mode is selected.
5 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired temperature is shown in the display. 6 Press Start/Quick Start button to start the preheat. Pr-H is shown in the display. 6 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the temperature selection. The microwave will take a few minutes to reach the selected feature. The microwave will beep once when it has reached the correct temperature. 7 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired time is shown in the display.
Convection cooking To cook food using the convection feature: 1 Press the Stop/Clear button. 2 Press the Mode button three times to select CONV and a conv icon is shown in the display. 3 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the CONV option. 4 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired temperature is shown in the display. 5 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the temperature selection. 6 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired time is shown in the display.
Auto cook The microwave has a auto cook feature which allows the cooking of food easily by selecting the food type and entering the weight of the food. 1 Press the Stop/Clear button. 2 Press the Auto Cook button. 3 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired auto cook category is shown in the display. Auto cook guide 4 Press the Start/Quick start button to confirm the auto cook feature. 5 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the correct weight of the food is shown in the display.
Auto defrost The temperature and density of food varies. It is recommend that the food is checked before cooking commences. Pay particular attention to large joints of meat and chicken, some foods should not be completely defrosted before cooking. For example fish cooks so quickly that it is sometimes better to begin cooking while still slightly frozen. The BREAD programme is suitable for defrosting small items such as rolls or a small loaf. These will require a standing time to allow the centre to thaw.
Auto defrost guide To assist with the use of the auto defrost categories, use the auto defrost guide below: Food to be defrosted should be in a suitable microwave proof container and place uncovered on the glass turntable. If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent thin areas becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the microwave walls. Separate items like minced meat, chops, sausages and bacon as soon as possible.
Roast guide For advice on using the roasting function, use the roast guide below: Category Ar 1: Beef Ar 2 : Pork - Weight limit : 0.5~1.5 kg - Food temp. : refrigerated - Utensil : low rack on the metal tray - Weight limit : 0.5~1.5 kg - Food temp. : refrigerated - Utensil : low rack on the metal tray Ar 3 : Chicken - Weight limit : 0.8~1.8 kg - Food temp. : refrigerated - Utensil : low rack on the metal tray Ar 4 : Lamb 24 - Weight limit : 0.5~1.5 kg - Food temp.
Crispy reheat The microwave has a crispy reheat feature which allows food to be reheated or crisped by food type and weight. 1 Press the Stop/Clear button. 2 Press the Crispy reheat button. 3 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired crispy reheat category is shown in the display. 4 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the crispy reheat feature. 5 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the correct weight of the food is shown in the display.
Defrost & bake The microwave has a defrost & bake feature which allows food to be defrosted & baked by food type and weight. 1 Press the Stop/Clear button. 2 Press the Defrost & bake button. 3 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the desired defrost & bake category is shown in the display. 4 Press the Start/Quick Start button to confirm the defrost and bake feature. 5 Turn the Time/Weight dial until the correct weight of the food is shown in the display.
Cooking/defrost guides For additional advice on cooking and defrosting, use the additional cooking/defrosting guides that follow: • Fresh vegetable guide • Defrosting guide • Grill cooking guide • Convection cooking guide • Speed hot air cooking guide. Fresh vegetable guide Food Quantity Artichokes (230 g each) Asparagus, fresh, spears Green beans 2 medium 4 medium 450 g Cook time Instructions (minutes/at HIGH) 41/2 ~ 7 Trim. Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice. Cover. 10 ~ 12 Stand for 2 ~ 3 minutes.
Food Quantity White potatoes, 2 potatoes whole baking 4 potatoes (170 ~ 230 g) Spinach, fresh, 450 g 6~8 leaf Courgette, fresh, Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking. Stand for 2 ~ 3 minutes. 450 g 41/2 ~ 71/2 sliced Courgette, fresh, Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking. Stand for 2 ~ 3 minutes. 450 g 6~9 Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels.
Defrosting guide 1 Defrost meats in their original wrapping as long as no metal is present. 2 Remove any metal rings, twist ties, wire or foil. 3 Place meat in a microwavable plate to catch juices. Defrost meats only as long as necessary. 4 Separate items like chops, sausages and bacon as soon as possible. 5 Remove defrosted portions and continue to defrost remaining pieces.
Grill cooking guide For advice on using the grill feature which can be used to grill meat, fish & seafood, see the instructions that follow: Grilling meat 1 Trim excess fat from meat. 2 Cut fat, making sure you do not cut into the lean meat (This will stop the fat curling). Food Quantity Beef burgers 50 g x 2 100 g x 2 Cooking Time (minutes/at High) 11 ~ 14 17 ~ 21 Instructions 1. Baste with oil or melted butter. 2. Thin items should be placed on the rack. 3.
Grilling fish and seafood 1 Place fish and seafood on a rack. 2 Whole fish should be scored diagonally on both sides before grilling. 3 Brush fish and seafood with melted butter, margarine or oil before and during cooking. This helps stop the fish drying out. 4 Grill for the time recommended in the guide below. 5 Whole fish and fish steaks should be carefully turned over halfway through the grilling time. If desired, thick fillets can also be turned halfway through the grilling time.
Convection cooking guide 1 Preheat the microwave to the desired temperature. 2 Follow the times and instructions in the table. Food Quantity Muffins (fresh dough) 6 pieces (each 60 g) Bread Rolls (ready baked) 4 pieces (each 50 g) White bread (Fresh dough) 1 loaf (approx.
Food Quantity Convection Temperature 230 °C Cook Time (minutes) 35 ~ 50 Frozen spring rolls 300 g Potato gratin 1000 g 140 °C + 540 W (without preheating) 160 °C + 540 W (without preheating) 14 ~ 18 Roast beef 1000 g Roast lamb 1000 g 160 °C + 540 W (without preheating) 34 ~ 48 Roast chicken 1000 g 200 °C + 540 W (without preheating) 32 ~ 47 Microwave/grill/convection user guide 30 ~ 45 Instructions 1. Brush over the surface with vegetable oil. 2.
Speed hot air cooking guide 1 Preheat the microwave to the desired temperature. 2 Follow the times and instructions in the table. Food Quantity Roast Turkey 400 g Speed hot air temperature 200 °C Cook time (minutes) 30 ~ 38 Instructions 1. Wash and dry the fresh turkey breasts. 2. Spice or marinade. Place the turkey breasts into a heat proof flat dish on the rack. Put frozen pizza on the rack.
Food characteristics & microwave cooking Keeping an eye on things The recipes in the book have been formulated with great care, but success in preparing them depends on how much attention you pay to the food as it cooks. The microwave is equipped with a light that turns on automatically when it is in operation so that you can see inside and check the progress of food. The instructions given in recipes, for example: to elevate, stir are to be thought of as the minimum steps recommended.
Bone and fat content of food As bones conduct heat and fat cooks more quickly than meat. Care must be taken when cooking bony or fatty cuts of meat in order to prevent unevenly or overcooked meat. Quantity of food The number of microwaves in the microwave remains constant regardless of how much food is being cooked. Therefore, the more food you place in the microwave, the longer the cooking time. Remember to decrease cooking times by at least one third when halving a recipe.
Arranging and spacing Individual foods such as baked potatoes, small cakes and hors d’oeuvres will heat more evenly if placed in the microwave an equal distance apart, preferably in a circular pattern. Never stack foods on top of one another. Stirring Stirring is one of the most important of all microwaving techniques. In conventional cooking, food is stirred for the purpose of blending. Microwaved food, however, is stirred in order to spread and redistribute heat.
Testing the food to check if it is cooked As food cooks so quickly in the microwave, it is often necessary to test it frequently. Some food types are left in the microwave until completely cooked, but most food types, including meats and poultry, are removed from the microwave while still slightly undercooked and allowed to finish cooking during standing time. The internal temperature of foods will rise between 5 ° F (3 ° C) and 15 ° F (8 ° C) during standing time.
Servicing & cleaning Servicing This microwave must only be serviced by an authorised service technician and only genuine spare parts must be used. Under no circumstances must you attempt to repair the microwave yourself. Repairs carried out by an inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Keep the inside of the microwave clean Caution - Do not use harsh detergent or abrasive cleaners. • Food spatters or spilled liquids stick to microwave walls and between the seal and door surfaces.
Questions & answers To assist in locating possible faults use the help guide below: Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions What’s wrong when the microwave light will not glow? Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door? Why does the beep tone sound when a button on the control panel is touched? Will the microwave function be damaged if it operated empty? Why do eggs sometimes pop? Answer There may be several reasons why the microwave light will not glow.
Technical specifications Specifications of the microwave that you have just purchased may vary from the information in this table due to technical innovations. Power Input 230 V AC, 50 Hz Output 900 W (IEC60705 rating standard) Microwave Frequency 2450 MHz Outside Dimension 530 mm (W) X 322 mm (H) X 427 mm (D) Power Consumption Microwave 1350 W Grill 1250 W Combination max. 2550 W Convection max.
Disposal When this is attached to a microwave it means the microwave is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. The correct disposal of your old microwave will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
