MH6589DRB - Microwave LG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Microwave Oven
Brand	LG
Model	MH6589DRB
Capacity	23 liters
Microwave Power	1000 W
Control Type	Electronic with digital display
Number of power levels	10 levels
Automatic programs	4 auto cooking programs
Defrost function	Quick defrost by weight
Dimensions (W x H x D)	455 x 272 x 353 mm
Interior dimensions (W x H x D)	330 x 222 x 335 mm
Net weight	10 kg
Power supply	230 V / 50 Hz
Power consumption	1450 W
Installation type	Free-standing
Color	Black
Cavity material	Enamel
Door	Handle door with safety lock
Interior lighting	Yes
Timer	Up to 99 minutes
Sound signal function	Yes
Cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent
General information	For domestic use only. Do not use metal containers.

Frequently Asked Questions - MH6589DRB LG

What is the capacity of the LG MH6589DRB microwave?

The capacity is 23 liters, ideal for family dishes.

How to use the defrost function?

Place the frozen food in a suitable dish, select the Defrost mode and enter the weight. The appliance automatically adjusts the time.

Can I use metal containers in this microwave?

No, metal containers can cause sparks. Only use microwave-safe dishes.

How to clean the inside of the microwave?

Clean with a soft damp cloth and a little detergent. Avoid abrasives. For odors, place a bowl of lemon water and heat for 5 minutes.

The microwave makes noise during operation, is that normal?

Yes, a slight humming is normal. If the noise is excessive, check that the turntable is turning freely.

How to adjust the cooking power?

Press the Power button and turn the selector to choose from 10 levels (from 100 to 1000 W).

What to do if the display does not light up?

Check that the appliance is plugged in and the outlet works. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

Can I cook food in plastic containers?

Only use microwave-safe plastics. Avoid thin plastics that could melt.

How to activate the child lock?

Press and hold the Stop button for 3 seconds until a beep sounds. To deactivate, repeat the operation.

Where can I download the full manual?

The manual is available for free on notice-facile.com in PDF format.

USER MANUAL MH6589DRB LG

Precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy.

Precautions

You cannot operate your oven with the door open due to the safety interlocks built into the door mechanism. These safety interlocks automatically switch off any cooking activity when the door is opened; which in the case of a microwave oven could result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to tamper with the safety interlocks.

Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow food or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

Do not operate your oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

Your oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel.

Warning

Please ensure cooking times are correctly set as over cooking may result in the FOOD catching fire and subsequent damage to your oven.

When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, delayed eruptive boiling can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken:

1 Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow necks. 2 Do not overheat. 3 Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time. 4 After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stir or shake them (especially the contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars) again carefully and check the temperature of them before consumption to avoid burns (especially, contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars). Be careful when handling the container.

Warning

Always allow food to stand after being cooked by microwaves and check the temperature of them before consumption. Especially contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars.

Contents

How the Microwave Oven Works

Microwaves are a form of energy similar to radio and television waves and ordinary daylight. Normally, microwaves spread outwards as they travel through the atmosphere and disappear without effect. Microwave ovens, however, have a magnetron which is designed to make use of the energy in microwaves. Electricity, supplied to the magnetron tube, is used to create microwave energy.

These microwaves enter the cooking area through openings inside the oven. A turntable or tray is located at the bottom of the oven. Microwaves cannot pass through the metal walls of the oven, but they can penetrate materials such as glass, porcelain, and paper, which are the materials used to make microwave-safe cooking dishes.

Microwaves do not heat cookware, though cooking vessels will eventually get hot from the heat generated by the food.

A very safe appliance

Your microwave oven is one of the safest of all home appliances. When the door is opened, the oven automatically stops producing microwaves. Microwave energy is converted completely to heat when it enters food, leaving no "left over" energy to harm you when you eat your food.

Precautions 3 Contents 4 Unpacking & Installing 5~6 Setting the Clock 7 Child Lock 8 Micro Power Cooking 9 Micro Power Level 10 Two Stage Cooking 11 Quick Start 12 Grill Cooking 13 Combination Cooking 14 Auto Cook 15~16 Auto Defrost 17~18 Quick Defrost 19~20 Crispy Reheat 21~22 Defrost & Grill 23~24 Taste Saver 25 Heating or Reheating Guide 26 Fresh Vegetable Guide 27 Grill Cooking Guide 28 Important safety instructions 29~30 Microwave-safe Utensils 31 Food characteristics & Microwave cooking 32~33 Questions & Answers 34 Plug Wiring Information/Technical Specifications 35

By following the basic steps on these two pages you will be able to quickly check that your oven is operating correctly. Please pay particular attention to the guidance on where to install your oven. When unpacking your oven, make sure you remove all accessories and packing. Check to make sure that your oven has not been damaged during delivery.

Unpacking & Installing

Unpack your oven and place it on a flat, level surface.

Place the oven in the level location of your choice with more than 85cm height, but make sure there is at least 10cm of space on the top and 10cm at the rear for proper ventilation. The front of the oven should be at least 8cm from the surface to prevent tipping.

An exhaust outlet is located on the top or side of the oven. Blocking the outlet can damage the oven.

THIS OVEN SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR COMMERCIAL CATERING PURPOSES

Plug your oven into a standard household socket.

Make sure your oven is the only appliance

connected to the socket. If your oven does not operate properly, unplug it from the electrical socket and then plug it back in.

Open your oven door by pulling the DOOR HANDLE. Place the ROLLER REST inside the oven and place the GLASS TRAY on top.

Fill a microwave safe container with 300 ml (1/2 pint) of water. Place on

the GLASS TRAY and close the oven door. If you have any doubts about what type of container to use please refer to page 31.

Press the START button once

to set 30 seconds of cooking time.

The DISPLAY will count down from 30 seconds. When it reaches 0, BEEP sounds. Open the

oven door and test the temperature of the water. If your oven is operating the water should be warm. Be careful when removing the container it may be hot.

YOUR OVEN IS NOW INSTALLED

You can set either 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock.

In the following example I will show you how to set the time for 14:35 when using the 24 clock.

Make sure that you have removed all packaging from your oven.

Setting the

Clock

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power cut, a '24H' will be shown in the display; you can reset the clock.

If the clock (or display) shows any strange looking symbols, unplug your oven from the electrical socket and plug it back in and reset the clock.

Make sure that you have correctly installed your oven as described earlier in this book.

Plug in your oven for the first time.

"24H" appears on the display.

(If you want to use a different option, press Taste Saver.

If you want to change a different option after setting the clock,

you have to unplug and plug it back in.)

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "14:".

Press START for confirmation.

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "14:35".

Press START.

The clock starts counting.

Child

Lock

Your oven has a safety feature that prevents accidental running of the oven. Once the child lock is set, you will be unable to use any functions and no cooking can take place. However, your child can still open the oven door.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press and hold STOP/CLEAR until "L" appears on the display and a BEEP sounds.

The CHILD LOCK is now set.

The time will disappear on the display if you have set the clock.

"L" remains on the display to let you know that CHILD LOCK is set.

To cancel CHILD LOCK press and hold STOP/CLEAR until "L" disappears. You will hear BEEP when it's released.

In the following example I will show you how to cook some food on 80% power for 5 minutes and 30 seconds.

Micro Power

Cooking

Your oven has five microwave Power settings.

Make sure that you have correctly installed your oven as described earlier in this book.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press MICRO twice to select 680 power. "680" appears on the display.

POWER	%	Power Output
HIGH MAX	100%	850W
MEDIUM HIGH	80%	680W
MEDIUM	60%	510W
DEFROST MEDIUM LOW	40%	340W
LOW	20%	170W

Turn DIAL until display shows "5:30".

Micro Power

Level

Your microwave oven is equipped with 5 power levels to give you maximum flexibility and control over cooking. The table below shows the examples of food and their recommended cooking power levels for use with this microwave oven.

POWER LEVEL	USE	POWER LEVEL(%)	POWER OUTPUT
HIGH * Boil Water	Brown minced beefCook poultry pieces, fish, vegetablesCook tender cuts of meat	100%	850W
MEDIUM HIGH * All reheatingRoast meat and poultryCook mushrooms and shellfishCook foods containing cheese and eggs	80%	680W
MEDIUM * Bake cakes and sconesPrepare eggsCook custardPrepare rice, soup	60%	510W
DEFROST/ * All thawingMEDIUM LOW * Melt butter and chocolateCook less tender cuts of meat	40%	340W
LOW * Soften butter & cheeseSoften ice creamRaise yeast dough	20%	170W

In the following example I will show you how to cook some food in two stages. The first stage will cook your food for 11 minutes on HIGH; the second will cook for 35 minutes on 340.

Two Stage Cooking

During two stage cooking the oven door can be opened and food checked. Close the oven door and press START and the cooking stage will continue.

At the end of stage 1, a BEEP sounds and stage 2 commences.

Should you wish to clear the programme, press STOP/CLEAR twice.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Set the power and the cooking time for stage 1.

Press MICRO once to select HIGH power.

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "11:00".

Set the power and the cooking time for stage 2.

Press MICRO four times to select power.

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "35:00".

Press START.

Quick

Start

In the following example I will show you how to set 2 minutes of cooking on high power.

The QUICK START feature allows you to set 30-second intervals of HIGH power cooking with a touch of the START button.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press START four times to select 2 minutes on HIGH power. Your oven will start before you have finished the fourth press.

During QUICK START cooking, you can extend the cooking time by repeatedly pressing the START button.

In the following example I will show you how to use the grill to cook some food for 12 minutes and 30 seconds.

Grill Cooking

This feature will allow you to brown and crisp food quickly.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press GRILL.

Set the cooking time.

Turn DIAL until display shows "12:30".

Press START.

Combination

Cooking

In the following example I will show you how to programme your oven with combi mode Co-3 for a cooking time of 25 minutes.

Your oven has a combination cooking feature which allows you to cook food with heater and microwave at the same time or alternately. This generally means it takes less time to cook your food.

The sheath heater grills the surface of the food while microwave heats inside. Moreover, preheating your oven is not necessary.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press Combi three times.

"Co-3" appears on the display.

Set the cooking time.

Turn DIAL until display shows "25:00".

Press START.

Be careful when removing your food because the container will be hot!

Combination Cooking Mode

CATEGORY MICRO POWER (%) HEATER POWER (%)
Co-1 20 80
Co-2 40 60
Co-3 60 40

In the following example I will show you how to cook 0.6 kg of fresh vegetable.

Auto

Cook

AUTO COOK allows you to cook most of your favorite food easily by selecting the food type and entering the weight of the food.

Category	Press AUTO COOK
Jacket potato	1 time
Fresh vegetable	2 times
Frozen vegetable	3 times
Rice	4 times

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press AUTO COOK twice to select Fresh vegetable.

Turn DIAL until display shows "0.6".

Press START.

FOOD CATEGORY	FOOD TEMP. UTENSILS		WEIGHT LIMIT	INSTRUCTIONS
1. Jacket potato	Room	On Glass tray	0.2 kg ~ 1.0 kg	Choose medium sized potatoes 170-200g.Wash and dry potatoes. Pierce the potatoes several times with fork. Place the potatoes on the glass try. Adjust weight and press start. After cooking, remove the potatoes from the oven. Let stand covered with foil for 5 min-utes.
2. Fresh vegetable	Room	Microwave-safe bowl	0.2 kg ~ 0.8 kg	Place vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl. Add water.Cover with wrap. After cooking, stir and allow to stand for 2 minutes.Add amount of water according to the quantity.** 0.2kg - 0.4kg : 2 Tablespoon** 0.5kg - 0.8kg : 4 Tablespoon
3. Frozen vegetable	Frozen	Microwave-safe bowl	0.2 kg ~ 0.8 kg	Place vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl. Add water.Cover with wrap. After cooking, stir and allow to stand for 2 minutes.Add amount of water according to the quantity.** 0.2kg - 0.4kg : 2 Tablespoon** 0.5kg - 0.8kg : 4 Tablespoon
4. Rice	Room	Microwave-safe bowl	0.1 kg ~ 0.3 kg	Wash rice. Darin water.Plase rice & boiling water in a deep and large bowl.
				Weight	100g	200g	300g	Cover
				Boiling water	200ml	400ml	600ml	Yes/Vent corner
				** Rice -- After cooking, stand covered for 5 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Weight	100g	200g	300g	Cover
Boiling water	200ml	400ml	600ml	Yes/Vent corner

The temperature and density of food varies, I would 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 thawed before cooking. 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. In the following example I will show you how to defrost 1.4 Kg of frozen poultry.

Auto Defrost

Your oven has four microwave defrost settings:- MEAT, POULTRY, FISH and BREAD; each defrost category has different power settings. Repeated presses of the AUTO DEFROST button will select a different setting.

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Weight the food that you are about to defrost. Be certain to remove any metallic ties or wraps; then place the food in your oven and close the oven door.

Press AUTO DEFROST twice to select the POULTRY defrosting programme.

Enter the weight of the frozen food that you are about to defrost.

Turn DIAL until display shows "1.4".

Press START.

During defrosting your oven will "BEEP", at which point open the oven door, turn food over and separate to ensure even thawing. Remove any portions that have thawed or shield them to help slow down thawing. After checking close the oven door and press START to resume defrosting. Your oven will not stop defrosting (even when the beep sounded) unless the door is opened.

AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST GUIDE

* Food to be defrosted should be in a suitable microwave-proof container and placed uncovered on the glass turntable. * If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminum foil. This will prevent thin areas from becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls. * Separate items like minced meat, chops, sausages, and bacon as soon as possible.

When the oven beeps, at this point remove the food from the microwave oven, turn the food over, and return it to the microwave oven. Press start to continue. At the end of the program, remove the food from the microwave oven, cover with foil, and allow it to stand until completely thawed.

To thaw completely, for example, joints of meat and whole chickens should stand for a minimum of 1 hour before cooking.

Category	Weight Limit	Utensil	Food
MeatPoultryFish	0.1 ~ 4.0 kg	Microwave ware(Flat plate)	MeatMinced beef, Fillet steak, Cubes for stew, Sirloin steak, Pot roast, Rump roast, Beef burgerPork chops, Lamp chops, Rolled roast, Sausage, Cutlets(.2cm)Turn food over at beep.After defrosting, let stand for 5-15 minutes.PoultryWhole chicken, Legs, Breasts, Turkey breasts(under 2.0kg)Turn food over at beep.After defrosting, let stand for 20-30 minutes.FishFillets, Steaks, Whole fish, Sea foodsTurn food over at beep.After defrosting, let stand for 10-20 minutes.
Bread	0.1 ~ 0.5 kg	Paper towelor flat plate	Sliced bread, Buns, Baguette, etc.Separate slices and place between paper towel or flat plate.Turn food over at beep.After defrosting, let stand for 1-2 minutes.

Use this function to thaw only 0.5 kg of minced meat very quickly.

This will require a standing time to allow the center to thaw. The following example will show you how to defrost 0.5 kg of frozen minced meat.

Quick

Defrost

Your oven has a microwave quick defrost setting (MEAT).

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Weigh the food that you are about to defrost. Be certain to remove any metallic ties or wraps; then place the food in your oven and close the oven door.

Press QUICK DEFROST.

The oven will start automatically.

During defrosting, your oven will "BEEP", at which point open the oven door, turn the food over, and separate it to ensure even thawing. Remove any portions that have thawed or shield them to help slow down thawing. After checking, close the oven door and press START to resume defrosting. Your oven will not stop defrosting (even when the beep sounded) unless the door is opened.

AUTO WEIGHT DEFROST GUIDE

Use this function to defrost minced meat quickly.

Remove the meat completely from its wrapping. Place the mince onto a microwave-safe plate. When the beep sounds, remove the mince from the microwave oven, turn it over, and return it to the microwave oven. Press start to continue. At the end of the program, remove the mince from the microwave oven, cover with foil, and allow to stand for 5-15 minutes or until completely thawed.

CATEGORY WEIGHT		UTENSIL INSTRUCTIONS
Minced meat	0.5kg	Microwave ware (Flat plate)	Minced meatTurn food over at beepAfter defrosting, let stand for 5-15 minutes

In the following example, I will show you how to cook 0.3 kg of "Roasted Meat".

Crispy Reheat

Crispy Reheat allows you to cook your favorite food easily by selecting the food type and entering the weight of the food by turning the wheel dial.

Category	Press Crispy reheat
Roasted Meat	1	time
Lasagna	2	times
Bread	3	times
Pie	4	times

Press Crispy Reheat once.

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "0.3 kg".

Press START.

	Quantity Category	FOOD TEMP.	InstructionsUtensil
Roasted Meat 0.2-0.6kg	High Rack	Refrigerated	Slice each of roasted meat under 2.5cm thickness. Place food on the high rack. And do same as above.
Lasagna 0.2-0.6kg		Refrigerated	Place leftover lasagna on the high rack. And do same as above.
Bread 0.1-0.3kg	Frozen		Place frozen baguette or croissant on the high rack. Brush baguettes with milk or water. And do same as above.
Pie Refrigerated0.2-0.4kg			Place leftover pie on the high rack. And do same as above.

In the following example, I will show you how to cook 0.3 kg of "Salmon Fillet".

Defrost & Grill

Defrost & Grill allows you to cook most of your favorite food easily by selecting the food type and entering the weight of the food by turning the wheel dial.

Category	Press Defrost & Grill
Salmon Fillet	1	time
Shrimp	2	times
Hamburger Patties	3	times
Sausage	4	times

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press Defrost & Grill once.

Turn the DIAL until the display shows "0.3 kg".

Press START.

	Quantity Category	Utensil	FOOD TEMP.	Instructions
Salmon fillet 0.2-0.6kg Frozen	High Rack			Choose salmon fillet of 200g weight and 2.5cm thickness each. Frozen it. Place food on the high rack.Choose the menu and weight, press start.After cooking, remove from the oven and stand.
Shrimp 0.1-0.4kg Frozen				1.Clean and de-vein shrimps. Place on the high rack.2.When beep, turn food over.
Hamburger Patties	1-4 piece Frozen			Place hamburger Patties on the high rack.Choose the menu and weight, press start.After cooking, remove from the oven and stand.
Sausage	0.2-0.6kg		Frozen	1.Remove all packages and slit on the surface.Place on the high rack.2.When beep, turn food over.

In the following example, I will show you how to use the Taste Saver function to warm food at a high level for 90 minutes.

Taste saver

If you want to warm your food when using the AUTO COOK programme, you can get the warming food by pressing the key.

When the food without Auto function need warming you can set warming at any point by pressing the key.

Taste saver function has only one time level-90 minutes. But the function will stop when you open the door.

LEVEL	Press Taste saver		Display
Low level	1	time	HILL
High level	2	times	HIFF

Taste saver manually

Put some food into the micro-wave oven, press "taste saver" two times, "HO-H" appears on the display. Press "start".

Taste saver after AUTO COOK

1. Set the required AUTO COOK programme. Press "start". And after the AUTO COOK programme, it will automatically run Taste saver function when five minutes later after AUTO COOK is over.
2. When the AUTO COOK is over, you can also press "taste saver", and "HO-H" appears on the display. Press "start".

*TIME display

When Taste saver is running, it will display

And then you press "taste saver" again, left time of Taste saver will appear on the display.

Heating or Reheating Guide

To heat or reheat successfully in the microwave, it is important to follow several guidelines. Measure the amount of food in order to determine the time needed to reheat. Arrange the food in a circular pattern for best results. Room temperature food will heat faster than refrigerated food. Canned foods should be taken out of the can and placed in a microwavable container. The food will be heated more evenly if covered with a microwavable lid or vented plastic wrap. Remove cover carefully to prevent steam burns. Use the following chart as a guide for reheating cooked food.

Item	Cook time (at HIGH)	Special Instructions
Sliced meat3 slices(0.5cm thick)	1~2 minutes	Place sliced meat on microwavable plate.Cover with plastic wrap and vent.¥ Note: G ravy or sauce helps to keep meat juicy.
Chicken pieces1 breast1 leg and thigh	2~3 minutes3~3 1/2 minutes	Place chicken pieces on microwavable plate.Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Fish fillet(170-230g)	1~2 minutes	Place fish on microwavable plate.Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Lasagne1 serving(300g)	4~6 minutes	Place lasagne on microwavable plate.Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Casserole1 cup4 cups	1 1/2 ~3 minutes4 1/2 ~7minutes	CO O K covered in microwavable casserole dish.Stir once halfway through cooking.
Casserolecream or cheese1 cup4 cups	1~2 1/2 minutes3 1/2 ~6 minutes	CO O K covered in microwavable casserole dish.Stir once halfway through cooking.
Sloppy Joe orBarbecued beef1 sandwich( 1/2 cup meat filling)without bun	1~2 1/2 minutes	Reheat filling and bun separately.CO O K covered in microwavable casserole dish.Stir once. Heat bun as directed in chart below.

Item	Cook time (at HIGH)	Special Instructions
Mashed potatoes1 cup4 cups	21/2 31/2 minutes6~9 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.
Baked beans1 cup	11/2 3 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.
Ravioli or pasta in sauce1 cup4 cups	21/2 4 minutes 71/2 11 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.
Rice1 cup4 cups	1 11/2 minutes 31/2 5 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.
Sandwich roll or bun1 roll	15~30 seconds	Wrap in paper towel and place on glass tray.
Vegetables1 cup4 cups	11/2 21/2 minutes 31/2 51/2 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.
Soup1 serving (8 oz.)	11/2 2 minutes	COOK covered in microwavable casserole dish. Stir once halfway through cooking.

Fresh Vegetable Guide

Vegetable Amount	Cook time (at HIGH)	Instructions	Standing Time
Artichokes (230g each)	2 medium4 medium	4 1/2 ~710~12	Trim. Add 2 tsp water and 2 tsp juice.Cover.
Asparagus, Fresh, Spears	450g	2 1/2 ~6	Add 1 cup water. Cover.
Green Beans	450g	7~11	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Beats, Fresh	450g	11~16	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Rearrange halfway through cooking.
Broccoli, Fresh, Spears	450g	5~8	Place broccoli in baking dish.Add 1/2 cup water.
Cabbage, Fresh, Chopped	450g	5 1/2 ~7 1/2	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Carrots, Fresh, Sliced	200g	2~3	Add 1/4 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Cauliflower, Fresh, Whole	450g	5~7	Trim. Add 1/4 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Fresh, Flowerettes Celery, Fresh, Sliced	2 cups4 cups	11~16	Slice. Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.

Vegetable Amount	Cook time (at HIGH)	Instructions	Standing Time
Corn, Fresh	2 ears	4 ~ 8	Husk. Add 2 tbsp water in 1.5 litre baking dish. Cover.
Mushrooms, Fresh, Sliced	230g	11/2 21/2	Place mushrooms in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Parsnips, Fresh, Sliced	450g	4 ~ 7	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Peas, Green, Fresh	4 cups	6 ~ 9	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Sweet Potatoes Whole Baking (170~230g each)	2 medium4 medium	4 ~ 96 ~ 12	Pierce potatoes several times with fork. Place on 2 paper towels.Turn over halfway through cooking.
White potatoes, Whole Baking (170~230g each)	2 potatoes4 potatoes	51/2 71/2 91/2 14	Pierce potatoes several times with fork. Place on 2 paper towels.Turn over halfway through cooking.
Spinach, Fresh, Leaf	450g	41/2 71/2	Add 1/2 cup water in 2 litre covered casserole dish.
Courgette, Fresh, Sliced	450g	41/2 71/2	Add 1/2 cup water in 1.5 litre covered casserole dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Courgette, Fresh, Whole	450g	6 ~ 9	Pierce. Place on 2 paper towels.Turn courgette over and rearrange halfway through cooking.

Grill Cooking

Guide

Directions for grilling meat on grill

• Trim excess fat from meat. Cut fat, making sure you do not cut into the lean. (This will stop the fat curling.)
• Arrange on the rack. Brush with melted butter or oil. • Halfway through, turn the meat over.

Item Weight	Approx. cooking time (in minutes)	Hints
Lamb chops(2.5cm (1") thick)	230g × 2	25-32Baste with oil or melted butter. Thin items should be placed on the grill rack.Thick items can be placed on to a drip tray. Turn food over after half the cooking time.Turn frequently.
Sausages(2.5cm (1") thick)	230g	13-16
Fish fillets1 cm (1/2") thick1.5cm (1/2") thick	230g230g	17-2120-24Brush with melted butter and turn over halfway through cooking.

Directions for grilling fish and seafood

Place fish and seafood on the rack. Whole fish should be scored diagonally on both sides before grilling. Brush fish and seafood with melted butter, margarine or oil before and during cooking. This helps stop the fish drying out. Grill for times recommended in the chart. Whole fish and fish steaks should be carefully turned over halfway through grilling time. If desired thick fillets can also be turned halfway.

Item Weight		Approx. cooking time (in minutes)	Hints
Fish steaks2.5 cm (1") thick	230g	24-28	Brush with melted butter and turn over halfway through cooking.
Whole fish	225-350g each450g	16-2024-28	Allow extra time for thick and oily fish.
ScallopsPrawns uncooked	450g450g	16-2016-20	Baste well during cooking.

WARNING

Please ensure cooking times are correctly set as over cooking may result in FIRE and subsequent DAMAGE to the OVEN.

Important safety instructions

Read carefully and keep for future reference

1 Do not attempt to tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. It is hazardous for anyone to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. Repairs should only be undertaken by a qualified service technician. 2 Do not operate the oven when empty. It is best to leave a glass of water in the oven when not in use. The water will safely absorb all microwave energy, if the oven is accidentally started. 3 Do not use the oven for the purpose of dehumidification. It can be the cause of serious damage of safety. (ex. Operating the microwave oven with the wet newspapers, clothes, toys, pet or portable electric devices, etc.) 4 Do not cook food wrapped in paper towels, unless your cook book contains instructions, for the food you are cooking. 5 Do not use newspaper in place of paper towels for cooking. 6 Do not use wooden containers. They may heat-up and char. Do not use ceramic containers which have metallic (e.g. gold or silver) inlays. Always remove metal twist ties. Metal objects in the oven may arc, which can cause serious damage. 7 Do not operate the oven with a kitchen towel, a napkin or any other obstruction between the door and the front edges of the oven, which may cause microwave energy leakage. 8 Do not use recycled paper products since they may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used in cooking. 9 Do not rinse the turntable by placing it in water just after cooking. This may cause breakage or damage. 10 Small amounts of food require shorter cooking or heating time. If normal times are allowed they may overheat and burn. 11 Be certain to place the oven so the front of the door is 8 cm or more behind the edge of the surface on which it is placed, to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance.

12 Before cooking, pierce the skin of potatoes, apples or any such fruit or vegetable. 13 Do not cook eggs in their shell. Pressure will build up inside the egg which will burst. 14 Do not attempt deep fat frying in your oven. 15 Remove the plastic wrapping from food before cooking or defrosting. Note though that in some cases food should be covered with plastic film, for heating or cooking. 16 If the oven door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician. 17 If smoke is observed, switch off or disconnect the oven from the power supply and keep the oven door closed in order to stifle any flames. 18 When food is heated or cooked in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other combustible materials, check the oven frequently due to the possibility of the food container deteriorating. 19 Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. 20 Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. 21 Do not operate the oven if the door seals and adjacent parts of the microwave oven are faulty, until the oven has been repaired by a qualified service technician. 22 Check the utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens before use. 23 Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear cabinet, oven cavity, accessories and dishes during grill mode, convection mode and auto cook operations, unless wearing thick oven gloves, as they will become hot. Before cleaning, make sure they are not hot.

Important safety instructions

Read carefully and keep for future reference

24 Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. 25 When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. 26 If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames. 27 Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container. 28 The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns. 29 Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended. 30 Details for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts. 31 The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed. 32 Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 33 Only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven (for appliances having a facility to use a temperature-sensing probe). 34 If heating elements are provided, during use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven. 35 The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 36 The microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open. 37 This connection may be achieved by having the plug accessible or by incorporating a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.

38 Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass. 39 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person. WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away. WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. WARNING: Should be monitored to ensure that children do not play with the device. WARNING: The devices are not intended to be operated by an external timer or by a separate control.

Microwave-safe Utensils

Never use metal or metal trimmed utensils in your

microwave oven

Microwaves cannot penetrate metal. They will bounce off any metal object in the oven and cause arcing, an alarming phenomenon that resembles lightning.

Most heat resistant non metallic cooking utensils are safe for use in your microwave oven. However, some may contain materials that render them unsuitable as microwave cookware. If you have any doubts about a particular utensil, there's a simple way to find out if it can be used in your microwave oven.

Place the utensil in question next to a glass bowl filled with water in the microwave oven. Microwave at power HIGH for 1 minute. If the water heats up but the utensil remains cool to the touch, the utensil is microwave-safe. However, if the water does not change temperature but the utensil becomes warm, microwaves are being absorbed by the utensil and it is not safe for use in the microwave oven. You probably have many items on hand in your kitchen right now that can be used as cooking equipment in your microwave oven. Just read through the following checklist.

Dinner plates

Many kinds of dinner-ware are microwave-safe. If in doubt consult the manufacturer's literature or perform the microwave test.

Glassware

Glassware that is heat-resistant is microwave-safe. This would include all brands of oven tempered glass cookware. However, do not use delicate glassware, such as tumblers or wine glasses, as these might shatter as the food warms.

Plastic storage containers

These can be used to hold foods that are to be quickly reheated. However, they should not be used to hold foods that will need considerable time in the oven as hot foods will eventually warp or melt plastic containers.

Paper

Paper plates and containers are convenient and safe to use in your microwave oven, provided that the cooking time is short and foods to be cooked are low in fat and moisture. Paper towels are also very useful for wrapping foods and for lining baking trays in which greasy foods such as bacon are cooked. In general, avoid coloured paper products as the colour may run. Some recycled paper products may contain impurities which could cause arcing or fires when used in the microwave oven.

Plastic cooking bags

Provided they are made specially for cooking, cooking bags are microwave safe. However, be sure to make a slit in the bag so that steam can escape. Never use ordinary plastic bags for cooking in your microwave oven, as they will melt and rupture.

Plastic microwave cookware

A variety of shapes and sizes of microwave cookware are available. For the most part, you can probably use items you already have on hand rather than investing in new kitchen equipment.

Pottery, stoneware and ceramic

Containers made of these materials are usually fine for use in your microwave oven, but they should be tested to be sure.

CAUTION

Some items with high lead or iron content are not suitable for cooking utensils.

Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

Food characteristics & Microwave cooking

Keeping an eye on things

The recipes in the book have been formulated with great care, but your success in preparing them depends on how much attention you pay to the food as it cooks. Always watch your food while it cooks. Your microwave oven is equipped with a light that turns on automatically when the oven is in operation so that you can see inside and check the progress of your food. Directions given in recipes to elevate, stir, and the like should be thought of as the minimum steps recommended. If the food seems to be cooking unevenly, simply make the necessary adjustments you think appropriate to correct the problem.

Factors affecting microwave cooking times

Many factors affect cooking times. The temperature of ingredients used in a recipe makes a big difference in cooking times. For example, a cake made with ice-cold butter, milk, and eggs will take considerably longer to bake than one made with ingredients that are at room temperature. All of the recipes in this book give a range of cooking times. In general, you will find that the food remains under-cooked at the lower end of the time range, and you may sometimes want to cook your food beyond the maximum time given, according to personal preference. The governing philosophy of this book is that it is best for a recipe to be conservative in giving cooking times. While overcooked food is ruined for good. Some of the recipes, particularly those for bread, cake, and custards, recommend that food be removed from the oven when they are slightly undercooked. This is not a mistake. When allowed to stand, usually covered, these foods will continue to cook outside of the oven as the heat trapped within the outer portions of the food gradually travels inward. If the food is left in the oven until it is cooked all the way through, the outer portions will become overcooked or even burnt. You will become increasingly skilful in estimating both cooking and standing times for various foods.

Density of food

Light, porous food such as cakes and breads cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods such as roasts and casseroles. You must take care when microwaving porous food that the outer edges do not become dry and brittle.

Height of food

The upper portion of tall food, particularly roasts, will cook more quickly than the lower portion. Therefore, it is wise to turn tall food during cooking, sometimes several times.

Moisture content of food

Since the heat generated from microwaves tends to evaporate moisture, relatively dry food such as roasts and some vegetables should either be sprinkled with water prior to cooking or covered to retain moisture.

Bone and fat content of food

Bones conduct heat and fat cooks more quickly than meat. Care must be taken when cooking bony or fatty cuts of meat that they do not cook unevenly and do not become overcooked.

Quantity of food

The number of microwaves in your oven remains constant regardless of how much food is being cooked. Therefore, the more food you place in the oven, the longer the cooking time. Remember to decrease cooking times by at least one third when halving a recipe.

Shape of food

Microwaves penetrate only about 2 cm into food, the interior portion of thick foods are cooked as the heat generated on the outside travels inward. Only the outer edge of food is cooked by microwave energy; the rest is cooked by conduction. The worst possible shape for a food that is to be microwaved is a thick square. The corners will burn long before the centre is even warm. Round thin foods and ring shaped foods cook successfully in the microwave.

Covering

A cover traps heat and steam which causes food to cook more quickly. Use a lid or microwave cling film with a corner folded back to prevent splitting.

Browning

Meats and poultry that are cooked fifteen minutes or longer will brown lightly in their own fat. Foods that are cooked for a shorter period of time may be brushed with a browning sauce such as worcestershire sauce, soy sauce or barbecue sauce to achieve an appetizing colour. Since relatively small amounts of browning sauces are added to food the original flavour of the recipe is not altered.

Covering with greaseproof paper

Greaseproofing effectively prevents spattering and helps food retain some heat. But because it makes a looser cover than a lid or clingfilm, it allows the food to dry out slightly.

Arranging and spacing

Individual foods such as baked potatoes, small cakes and hors d'oeuvres will heat more evenly if placed in the oven an equal distance apart, preferably in a circular pattern. Never stack foods on top of one another.

Food characteristics &

Microwave cooking

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. Always stir from the outside towards the centre as the outside of the food heats first.

Turning over

Large, tall foods such as roasts and whole chickens should be turned so that the top and bottom will cook evenly. It is also a good idea to turn cut up chicken and chops.

Placing thicker portions facing outwards

Since microwaves are attracted to the outside portion of food, it makes sense to place thicker portions of meat, poultry and fish to the outer edge of the baking dish. This way, thicker portions will receive the most microwave energy and the food will cook evenly.

Shielding

Strips of aluminium foil (which block microwaves) can be placed over the corners or edges of square and rectangular foods to prevent those portions from overcooking. Never use too much foil and make sure the foil is secured to the dish or it may cause 'arcing' in the oven.

Elevating

Thick or dense foods can be elevated so that microwaves can be absorbed by the underside and centre of the foods.

Piercing

Foods enclosed in a shell, skin or membrane are likely to burst in the oven unless they are pierced prior to cooking. Such foods include yolks and whites of eggs, clams and oysters and whole vegetables and fruits.

Testing if cooked

Food cooks so quickly in a microwave oven, it is necessary to test it frequently. Some foods are left in the microwave until completely cooked, but most foods, including meats and poultry, are removed from the oven 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.

Standing time

Foods are often allowed to stand for 3 to 10 minutes after being removed from the microwave oven. Usually the foods are covered during standing time to retain heat unless they are supposed to be dry in texture (some cakes and biscuits, for example). Standing allows foods to finish cooking and also helps flavour blend and develop.

To Clean Your Oven

1 Keep the inside of the oven clean

Food spatters or spilled liquids stick to oven walls and between seal and door surface. It is best to wipe up spillovers with a damp cloth right away. Crumbs and spillovers will absorb microwave energy and lengthen cooking times. Use a damp cloth to wipe out crumbs that fall between the door and the frame. It is important to keep this area clean to assure a tight seal. Remove greasy spatters with a soapy cloth then rinse and dry. Do not use harsh detergent or abrasive cleaners. The glass tray can be washed by hand or in the dishwasher.

2 Keep the outside of the oven clean

Clean the outside of your oven with soap and water then with clean water and dry with a soft cloth or paper towel. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, the water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings. To clean control panel, open the door to prevent oven from accidentally starting, and wipe a damp cloth followed immediately by a dry cloth. Press STOP/CLEAR after cleaning.

3 If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe the panels with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit.

4 The door and door seals should be kept clean. Use only warm, soapy water, rinse then dry thoroughly.

DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS, SUCH AS CLEANING POWDERS OR STEEL AND PLASTIC PADS.

Metal parts will be easier to maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth.

5 Do not use any steam cleaner.

Questions & Answers

Q What's wrong when the oven light will not glow?

A There may be several reasons why the oven light will not glow. Light bulb has blown Door is not closed

Q Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?

A No. The holes, or ports, are made to allow light to pass; they do not let microwave energy through.

Q Why does the beep tone sound when a pad on the Control Panel is touched?

A The beep tone sounds to assure that the setting is being properly entered.

Q Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates empty?

A Yes Never run it empty or without the glass tray.

Q Why do eggs sometimes pop?

When baking, frying, or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam build up inside the yolk membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk before cooking. Never microwave eggs in the shell.

Q: Why is standing time recommended after microwave cooking is over?

A: After microwave cooking is finished, food keeps on cooking during standing time. This standing time finishes cooking evenly throughout the food. The amount of standing time depends on the density of the food.

Q: Is it possible to pop corn in a microwave oven?

A: Yes, if using one of the two methods described below: 1. Popcorn-popping utensils designed specifically for microwave cooking. 2. Prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that contains specific times and power outputs needed for an acceptable final product.

FOLLOW EXACT DIRECTIONS GIVEN BY EACH MANUFACTURER FOR THEIR POPCORN PRODUCT. DO NOT LEAVE THE OVEN UNATTENDED WHILE THE CORN IS BEING POPPED. IF CORN FAILS TO POP AFTER THE SUGGESTED TIMES, DISCONTINUE COOKING. OVERCOOKING COULD RESULT IN THE CORN CATCHING FIRE.

CAUTION

NEVER USE A BROWN PAPER BAG FOR POPPING CORN. NEVER ATTEMPT TO POP LEFTOVER KERNELS.

Q: Why doesn't my oven always cook as fast as the cooking guide says?

A: Check your cooking guide again to make sure you've followed directions correctly, and to see what might cause variations in cooking time. Cooking guide times and heat settings are suggestions, chosen to help prevent overcooking, the most common problem in getting used to a microwave oven. Variations in the size, shape, weight and dimensions of the food require longer cooking time. Use your own judgement along with the cooking guide suggestions to test food condition, just as you would do with a conventional cooker.

Plug wiring information/ Technical Specifications

Warning

This appliance must be earthed

The wires in this mains lead are colored in accordance with the following codes

BLUE ~ Neutral

BROWN \~ Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or Colored BLACK.

The wire which is colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or colored RED.

The wire which is colored GREEN & YELLOW or GREEN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or 1/2 .

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard;

Technical Specification

	MH6589DR/MH6589DRS/MH6589DRB
Power Input	230 V AC /50Hz
Output	850 W (IEC60705 rating standard)
Microwave Frequency	2,450 MHz
Outside Dimension	507 mm(W) X 283mm(H) X 435mm(D)
Power Consumption Microwave	1,250 Watts
Grill	1,000 Watts
Combination	2,200 Watts

Disposal of your old appliance

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
2. 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.
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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HIGH RACK

LOW RACK

GLASS TRAY

TURNTABLE RING

THIS OVEN IS NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL MEAL PREPARATION

Setting the clock

Press START.

Press GRILL.

Combi cooking mode

CATEGORIE VERMOGEN MAGN (%) VERMOGEN VERWARMINGSEL (%)
Co-1 20 80
Co-2 40 60
Co-3 60 40

Automatic

cooking

Press STOP/CLEAR.

Press START.

Keep warm after AUTO COOK

*TIME display

Plastic microwave cookware

High grill

Low grill

Glass turntable

Rotating ring

THIS OVEN MUST NOT BE USED FOR COMMERCIAL RESTORATION PURPOSES

YOUR OVEN IS READY

Power level

Press START.

Quick start

Press GRILL

Combination cooking

Press START.