S2612B - Microwaves BRANDT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL S2612B BRANDT

FR MANUEL D'UTILISATION

EN INSTRUCTION MANUAL

- RELATIONS CONSOMMATEURS

You have just purchased a Brandt microwave oven and we would like to thank you.

We have placed in this appliance all our passion and know-how so that it best meets your needs. Innovation and performance: we designed it so that it is always easy to use.

In the line of Brandt products, you will also find a wide range of ovens, hobs, ventilation hoods, electronic cookers, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers that can be coordinated with your new Brandt microwave oven.

Of course, in an ongoing effort to satisfy your demands with regard to our products as best as possible, our after-sales service department is at your disposal and ready to listen in order to respond to all of your questions and suggestions (contact information at the end of this booklet).

You can also log on to our web site at www.brandt.com where you will find all our products, as well as additional, useful information.

BRANDT

As part of our commitment to constantly improving our products, we reserve the right to make changes to their technical, functional and/or esthetic properties in line with their technological development.

Attention: Before installing and using your appliance, please carefully read this Guide to Installation and Use, which will allow you to quickly familiarise yourself with its operation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1/NOTICES TO THE USER

• Safety recommendations 25
• Operating principle 27
• Protecting the environment. 27

2/INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE

• Utensils 28
• Description of your appliance 29

3/USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Operation instruction 32
- Menu chart for automatic programs 36

4/CARING FOR AND CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE 39

5/TROUBLESHOOTING 40

6/AGTER-SALES SERVICE AND CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Service calls 41
- Customer relations 41

7/OPERATING PROFICIENCY TESTING 42

Important :

Keep this user guide with your appliance. If the appliance is ever sold or transferred to another person, ensure that the new owner receives the user guide. Please become familiar with these recommendations before installing and using your appliance. They were written for your safety and the safety of others.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

Your appliance is designed for standard household use for cooking, reheating and defrosting foods. The manufacturer declines any responsibility in the case of inappropriate use.

The drying of food or linen and the heating of heating pillows, slippers, sponges, wet linen and other similar goods could bring risks of wounds, inflammation or fire.

Ensure that the cookware is suitable for use in a microwave oven.

To avoid damaging your appliance, never operate it while empty or without the turntable.

Do not interfere with the openings on the lock on the front of the appliance; this could cause damage to your appliance that would require a service call.

The seal and frame of the door must be regularly examined to ensure that they have not been deteriorated. If these areas are damaged, discontinue use of the appliance and have a specialised technician check it.

While heating food items in plastic or paper containers, monitor the microwave's contents for there is a risk of spontaneous combustion.

For the microwave and microwave + circular heating functions, the use of metallic cookware, forks, spoons, knives or metal staples or fasteners for frozen foods is not recommended.

The contents of baby bottles and baby food jars should be shaken or stirred and their temperature checked before consumption to avoid burns.

Never heat a baby bottle with the nipple on (risk of explosion).

Do not allow children to use the microwave oven without supervision, unless appropriate instructions have been given so that the child can use the oven safely and understands the dangers of incorrect operation.

Always use oven mitts to remove dishes from the oven. Some dishes absorb the heat of foods and, therefore, are very hot.

Liquids and other foods should not be heated in sealed containers because they may explode.

It is recommended that you avoid heating eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled eggs in the microwave oven because they run the risk of explosion, even after cooking is complete.

Heating beverages in the microwave oven can cause sudden and/or delayed splattering of boiling liquid, so precautions must be taken when handling their containers.

In the case of small quantities (a sausage, a croissant, etc.) place a glass of water next to the food.

Excessive cooking times may dry out foods and carbonise them. To avoid such incidents, never use the same times recommended for cooking in a traditional oven.

If smoke appears, stop or unplug the oven and leave the door closed to smother any flames that may appear.

It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to remove a cover

which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge.

Children must be kept under surveillance in order to be sure that they do not play with the oven.

When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should use the oven under adult supervision to the temperatures generated. (only for series)

Read and follow the specific:"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY".

Do not overcook food.

Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store items, such as bread, cookies, etc. inside the oven.

Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper or plastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.

Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the installation instructions provided.

Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in manual. Do not use corrosive

chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This oven is especially designed to heat. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

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

Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

Do not use this oven near water, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Keep cord away from heated surface, and do not cover any events on the oven.

Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

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.

Specifications

Model:	SE2613
Rated Voltage:	230V~50Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave):	1450W
Rated Output Power(Microwave):	900W
Turntable Diameter:	31.5 cm
External Dimensions(LxWxH):	513x415x306mm
Net Weight:	14.5 kg

OPERATING PRINCIPLE

The micro-waves used for cooking are electro-magnetic waves. They are commonly found in our environment in the form of radio-electric waves, light or infrared rays. Their frequency is in the 2450 MHz range. Their behaviour:

They are reflected by metals.
- They travel through all other materials.
- They are absorbed by water, fat and sugar molecules.

When food is exposed to micro-waves, its molecules begin moving rapidly, which causes heating.

The penetration depth of waves into the food is approximately 2.5cm ; if the food is thicker, the core of the food will be cooked by conduction, as in traditional cooking.

Fig.01

- PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

It is valuable to note that the micro-waves trigger within the food a simple thermal phenomenon and that they are not harmful to one's health.

This appliance's packing materials are recyclable. Recycle them and play a role in protecting the environment by disposing of them in municipal containers provided for this purpose.

Your appliance also contains various recyclable materials. Thus it is stamped with this logo to indicate to you that used appliances should be mixed with other waste. The recycling of appliances organised by your manufacturer will take place under the best conditions, in compliance with European directive 2002/96/CE concerning electrical and electronic equipment waste. Consult your city hall or your retailer to find the drop-off points for used appliances that is nearest to your home. We thank you for your help in protecting the environment.

- UTENSILS

See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven." There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure below.

Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

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.

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils	Remarks
Aluminum foil	Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish	Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware	Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars	Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware	Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags	Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups	Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels	Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper	Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic	Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Should be labeled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Plastic wrap	Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Wax paper	Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils	Remarks
Aluminum tray	May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with metal handle	May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed utensils	Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties	May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags	May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam	Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.
Wood	Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.

DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE

Names of Oven Parts and Accessories

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.

G

A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring assembly
D) Glass tray
E) Observation window
F) Door assembly
G) Safety interlock system

The control panel

A Displays :

to simplify programming, the display indicates : the time of day, the types of food and functions, the minutes / seconds or weight programmed.

automatically sets the correct programme time according to a specified food type and weight.

C Keep warm key:

to keep dishes warm

D Microwaves key :

to set the microwaves'power level.

E Defrost key:

to defrost according to the weight of food

F Clock key :

to set the clock

G Memory 1 2 3 key:

to reach quickly 3 preset operations

H Rotating knob:

to choose the time or the weight.

I STOP Annulation key:

to interrupt or to erase a current program

J Start key:

to launch the cooking

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

a. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
b. Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food are always placed on the glass tray for cooking.
d. If glass tray or turntable ring assembly cracks or breaks, contact your nearest authorized service center.

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION

Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.

Cabinet: Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface. Do not remove the light brown Mica cover that is attached on the right side to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.

INSTALLATION

1. This appliance shall not be paced in a cabinet. In order to obtain an optimal ventilation of your microwave oven, insert the plastic pin provided with this instruction manual behind the appliance into the specified hole (Fig 2). Then, place the appliance against the wall, the optimal ventilation being guaran teed by the plastic pin length.

Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven, 3 inches (7.5cm) at the left side and leave the right side open (Fig1).

Do not remove the legs from the appliance. Do not block airflow ou tlets, blocking the outlets can damage your microwave oven.

2. Electrical connection

• Your installation must be protected by a 16 Amp thermal fuse.
• It is mandatory to use a power point with a ground terminal, connected in accordance with current safety regulations.
• In your electrical installation, provide a device that is accessible to the installer, capable of separating the appliance from the main power and whose contact opening is at least 3mm at all of the poles.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.

When the microwave oven is electrified, the oven will display "0:00", buzzer will ring once.

Display

Press the

key, the hour figures will flash.

Turn the function selector to adjust the hour figures, the input time should be within 0--23.

Press the L

key, the minute figures will flash.

Turn the function selector to adjust the minute figures, the input time should be within 0--59.

Press the L key to finish clock setting.":" will flash, and the time will light.

Microwave Cooking

Microwave Power Chart

Clock Setting

Power	900W	700W	500W	350W	150W
Display	P900	P700	P500	P350	P150

Display

Press the M-O key once, "P900" displays. then keep pressing to choose the power you want, and "P900", "P700", "P500", "P350" or "P150" will display for each added pressing.

Turn the function selector to set cooking time from 0:05 to 95:00.

Départ

Press the Départ key to start cooking.

P900

1:30

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3/USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Example: If you want to use 700W microwave power to cook for 20 minutes, you can operate the oven as the following steps.

Press the M-O key once, the screen display "P900".

Keep pressing the M-O key to choose 700W microwave power. "P700" displays.

Turn the function selector to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays "20:00".

Press the Départ key to start cooking

or

STOP

Press the STOP key to cancel the setting.

P900

P700

20:00

Note: the step quantities for the adjustment time are as follow:

Pressing the Maintien au chaud key once, "P150" displays.

P150

Turn the function selector to set cooking time. The maximum cooking time is 95:00.

Example: 8 minutes 30 seconds.

Départ

Press the Départ key to start cooking.

8:30

Speedy Cooking		Display
Départ	In waiting state, press the Départ key to start cooking with 100% microwave power for 30 seconds, each added press will increase 30 seconds. The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.	0:30
Départ	In microwave cooking state, each press of the key can increase 30 seconds.	1:30
Départ	During auto menu and weight defrost cooking, time cannot be increased by pressing the Départ key.

Defrost by Weight		Display
Press the key once, and the oven will display "100".		100
Turn the function selector to select the weight of food from 100 to 2000 g.		400
Départ Press the Départ key to start defrosting.

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3/USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Auto Menu		Display
Auto	Keep pressing the Auto key to choose the menu from "A-1", "A-2"..."A-8".	R-1
	Turn the function selector to choose the default weight as the menu chart.	400
Départ	Press the Départ key to start cooking.
	After cooking finished, buzzer will sound five times.

Example: If you want to use auto menu to cook 150g of fish.

	Display
Auto	Press the Auto key three times to choose “A-3”. Theoisson indicator lights up.
h	Turn the function selector to choose 150g.
Départ	Press the Départ key to start cooking.

Please kindly refers to the next page for menu chart.

Recommendation :

Meat cooking : turn the food at mid cooking time to obtain an homogeneous colour and cooking.

-MENU CHART FOR AUTOMATIC PROGRAMS

MENU	WEIGHT	TIME
A-1 Hot Drinks	100 ml	50 sec
	150 ml	1min 05
	200 ml	1 min 15
	300 ml	1 min 30
	400 ml	2 min 00
A-2 White MeatTake out the meat from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. After cooking, out of the oven, let rest the meat 10 min	150 g	6 min
	300 g	9 min
	450 g	12 min
	600 g	14 min
A-3 FISHESAdd from 2 to 3 spoon of water,of lemon juice or of white wine. Cover it with an adequate lid or a plastic wrap	150 g	2 min 30
	250 g	4 min
	300 g	4 min 35
	400g	5 min 48
	600 g	7 min 48
A-4 POULTRYPrick the skin to avoid the projections. At the end of cooking, let rest the poultry 5 min in the oven.	200 g	4 min
	400 g	6 min
	600 g	8 min
	800 g	10 min
	1000 g	12 min
A-5 PREPARED DISHESTo warm prepared dishes	300 g	8 min
	450 g	10 min
	600 g	12 min
	750 g	15 min
	1000g	20 min
A-6 VEGETABLESTo cook fresh vegetables, add: - 2 tablespoonful of water for 200 grams - 1/2 dl beyond. Cover, except for mushrooms	200 g	6 min
	300 g	7 min 35
	400 g	8 min 50
	500 g	10 min
	600 g	12 min 25
A-7 POTATOESTo cook entire, calibrated or cut in regular pieces potatoes.	200 g	4 min
	400 g	7 min
	600 g	10 min 30
	800 g	13 min 30
	1000 g	16 min 30
A-8 SOUP	200 ml	2 min
	300 ml	3 min
	400 ml	4 min
	500 ml	5 min
	600 ml	6 min

Memory function

Display

Press the MEMO 123 key to select the cooking programme 1, 2 ou 3.

Make the cooking programme of your choice.

Confirm the programme by pressing the MEMO 123 button. A bip will confirm the setting and the time is set.

Note: Auto menu cooking cannot be set as memory procedure.

For example: to set the program as memory 2: cook the food with 700W power for 3 minutes and 20 seconds.

Display

In waiting states, press the MEMO 123 key twice, LED displays "2".

Press the M-O key once, "P900" displays.

Keep pressing the M-O key until "P700".

Turn the function selector to select 3 minutes and 20 seconds. "3:20" displays.

Press the MEMO 123 key to save the setting.

Or you can press the Départ key to start cooking and save the setting at the same time.

MEMO 123

Départ

For the next time, in waiting states, press the MEMO 123 key twice and press the Départ key to operate the program that has been saved.

Inquiring Function

Display

In states of microwave cooking, press the M-O key, the current power will be displayed for 3 seconds.

In cooking state, press the L key to inquire the current time and the time will display for 3 seconds.

Lock-out Function for Children

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STOP

Lock: In waiting state, press the STOP key for 3 seconds, there will be a beep denoting entering the children-lock state and the oven will display "C"

STOP

Lock quitting: In locked state, press the STOP key for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep" denoting that the lock is released.

Note:

Buzzer will sound five times when cooking finished.

During cooking, if the door is opened and after closing the door, the Départ key must be pressed to continue cooking.

Once the cooking program has been set, if Départ is not pressed in one minute, the setting will be cancelled.

Buzzer will sound once by efficient pressing. no responds by inefficient pressing.

It is recommended that you regularly clean your oven and remove any food build-up on the inside and outside of the appliance. Use a damp, soapy sponge. If the appliance is not cleaned regularly, its surface could become damaged, permanently affecting the appliance's lifespan and possibly causing a safety hazard. If the door or door hinge are damaged, the oven should not be used until it has been repaired by an authorised person.

Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.

The use of abrasive products, alcohol or thinner is not recommended; they may damage the appliance.

In the event of odour or caked-on dirt, boil water with lemon juice and vinegar in a cup for two minutes and clean the insides with a bit of dishwashing liquid.

The table can be removed to facilitate cleaning. To do this, handle it by the access zones provided for this purpose. If you remove the turning gear, do not let water penetrate into the the motor axle hole.

Don't forget to return the turning gear, wheel guide and turntable.

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If you have doubts about the proper functioning of your appliance, this does not necessarily mean it is broken. In any event, check the following items:

You observe that ...	What should you do?
The appliance does not start.	Check the electrical connection of your appliance. Ensure that your oven's door is fully closed. Ensure that the child safety feature[ ]is not activated.
The appliance is noisy. The turntable does not rotate properly.	Clean the wheels and the rolling area under the turntable. Ensure that the wheels are properly positioned.
You see steam on the window.	Wipe the condensation away with a cloth.
Food is not heated during a microwave programme.	Ensure that the cookware is suitable for microwave ovens and that the power level is appropriate.
The appliance is creating sparks.	Thoroughly clean the appliance: remove grease, cooking particles, etc. Remove any metal items from the walls of the oven. Never use metal items with the grid.
The bulb doesn't work.	Call the brand's authorized technician to replace the bulb.

Warning:

3: Be careful, this appliance is equipped with a high tension circuit. Do not make yourself any repairing inside the oven.

- SERVICE CALLS

Any repairs that are made to your appliance must be handled by a qualified professional authorised to work on the brand. When you call, mention your appliance's "Service" reference, as well as its serial number "Nr". This information appears on the manufacturer's nameplate which can be found stuck behind the oven.

ORIGINAL PARTS.

During maintenance work, request the exclusive use of certified original replacement parts.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

To find out more about all the brand's products:

information, tips, sales outlets, after-sales specialists.

To communicate:

we will personally respond to all your comments, suggestions, and proposals.

You may write us:
FagorBrandt SAS, Locataire Gérant
Etablissement de Cergy
Service Consommateurs
5 Avenue des bêthunes
BP 69526– Saint Ouen l'Aumone
95060 CERGY PONTOISE CEDEX
e-mail us :
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or phone us, form Monday to Saturday, from 8 Am to 6 PM at:

N°Cristal 09 69 39 25 25

APPEL NON SURTAXE

Operating proficiency testing according to CE/EN/NF EN 60705 standards.

The international Electrotechnical Commission, SC59K, has established a standard relative to comparative performance tests conducted on various microwaves.

We recommend the following for this appliance:

TEST	Load	Approx time	Power	Containers/ recommendations
Egg custard (12.3.1.)	1000g	21 min	500 W	pyrex 227 on the turntable
	750g	13-15 min		pyrex 220 On the turntable
Sponge cake (12.3.2.)	475g	7 min	700W	pyrex 828 on the turntable
Meatloaf (12.3.3.)	900g	14 min	700W	pyrex 838 cover with cling film On the turntable
Defrosting Meat (13.3.)	500g	10 min 50 +standing 5 min	speed defrost	on the turntable
Defrosting Raspberries (B.2.1.)	250g	6-7 min	200W	on a flat plate on the turntable