MAG638 - Microwave Oven Pelgrim - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MAG638 Pelgrim

Instructions for use microwave

Jet Start (Turbo Start) 11

Handmatig ontdooien 11

Jet ontdooien 12

Onderhoud

Reinigen 14

Storingen

15

Jet Start (Turbo Start)

Prior to first use 7

Controls

Start protection / Key lock 8

Pause or stop cooking 8

Cooling down 8

Door Opening 9

Kitchen timer 9

Clock 9

Cook &reheat with microwaves 10

Power level 11

Jet Start (Turbo Start) 11

Manual defrost 11

Jet defrost 12

Maintenance

Cleaning 14

Faults 15

Technical data 16

Environmental aspects

Disposal of the appliance and packaging 17

Introduction

You have opted to purchase an Pelgrim microwave oven. Optimum user comfort and easy operation were paramount during the development of this product.

This manual gives insight into the appliance's possible functions. The different functions are listed clearly in the chapter on controls. Tips that may help you are also included.

First read the user instructions carefully and completely before starting to use the appliance, and keep them safely for future reference.

The manual also serves as reference material for service technicians. The appliance identification card contains all the information the service technician will need in order to respond appropriately to your needs and questions.

Description

1. Stop button
2. Power button
3. Jet Defrost button
4. Display
5. +/- buttons
6. Start button
7. Button to open the door

Read the separate safety instructions before using the device!

If the safety functions and warnings are not followed, the manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any resulting damage.

If you decide not to use the appliance because of a fault, we advise you to cut off the cable after removing the plug from the plug socket. Take the appliance to the municipality's waste disposal site.

Materials

Not all materials can be used in the microwave. The table below indicates which materials you can and can't use.

Material Microwave
Paper yes*
Aluminium foil yes**
cling film yes
Aluminium trays no
Heat-resistant plastic yes
Unglazed pottery no
Metal cooking utensils no
Normal glass yes
Pyrex, other oven-safe glass and ceramics yes
Plates with metallic decorative edging no
Metal closing strips no
Mercury thermometer no
Closed pot no
Bottle with a narrow neck	no
Roasting bags	yes

• Use non-decorated kitchen paper to cover a dish or place under bread during defrosting.
  ** By covering thinner areas of food (such as chicken legs) you prevent them from cooking too quickly.

Prior to first use

Use the glass turntable when preparing meals. Never place cold (frozen) meals directly on the glass turntable. The difference in temperature may cause it to crack!

• Open the door, remove the packaging and check the microwave for damage. Don't install the microwave if it is damaged, contact your supplier.
• Remove the protective film from the casing.
• Clean the oven interior and accessories with a damp cloth. Don't use any abrasive cleaner or strong-smelling cleaning products.
• Place the turntable support in the middle of the oven interior. Place the Glass turntable on the turntable support.
• Always ensure that the turntable is able to turn freely before starting the oven
• When you put food and accessories in the microwave oven, ensure that they do not come in contact with the interior of the oven.
• There are a number of accessories available on the market. Ensure that they are suitable for microwave use.
• If accessories containing metal comes in contact with the oven interior, while the oven is in operation, sparking can occur and the oven could be damaged.

Please note

The microwave may not be used without the turntable support and turntable.

• Test that the microwave works properly: place a glass of water in the oven interior and turn on the microwave for one minute on the highest setting. Afterwards the water should be hot.

Start protection / Key lock

This automatic safety function is activated one minute after the oven has returned to "stand by mode". The oven is in "stand by" when the 24-hour clock is displayed or if the clock has not been set, when the display is blank.

The door must be opened and closed e.g. putting food into it, before the safety lock is released. Else the display will show "DOOR".

Pause or stop cooking

To pause cooking:

• The cooking can be paused to check, turn or stir the food by opening the door. The setting will be maintained for 10 minutes.

To continue cooking:

• Close the door and press the Start button ONCE. The cooking is resumed from where it was paused.
• Pressing the Start button TWICE will increase the time by 30 seconds.

If you don't want to continue cooking:

• Remove the food, close the door and press the Stop button
• A beep will signal once or twice a minute for 10 minutes when the cooking is finished. Press the Stop button or open the door to cancel the signal.

Note: The oven will only hold the settings for 60 seconds if the door is opened and then closed after the cooking is finished.

Cooling down

When a function is finished, the oven may carry out a cooling procedure. This is normal.

After this procedure the oven switches off automatically.

The cooling procedure can be interrupted without any harm to the oven by opening the door.

Door Opening

Kitchen timer

Clock

• Press the button to open the door.

Use this function when you need a kitchen timer to measure exact time for various purposes such as cooking eggs, pasta or letting the dough rise before baking etc.

1. Press the +/- buttons to set the desired time.
2. Press the power button repeatedly to set the power to 0 W.
3. Press the Start button. An acoustic signal will be heard when the timer has finished to count down.

When the appliance is first plugged in or after a power failure, the display is blank. If the clock is not set, the display will remain blank until the cooking time is set

1. Press the Stop button (3 seconds) until the left-hand digit (hour's) flicker.
2. Press the +/- buttons to set the hours.
3. Press the Start button. The two right hand digits (minutes) flicker.

1. Press the +/- buttons to set the minutes.
2. Press the Start button again. The Clock is set and in operation.

Note:

Keep the door open while setting the Clock. This gives you 10 minutes to complete the setting of the Clock. Otherwise, each step must be accomplished within 60 seconds.

Cook & reheat with microwaves

Use this function for normal cooking and reheating, such as vegetables, fish, potatoes and meat.

1. Press the +/- buttons to set the time (minutes and seconds/ max. 30 minutes).
2. Press the power button repeatedly to set the power.
3. Press the Start button.

Once the cooking process has been started:

• The time can easily be increased in 30-second steps by pressing the Start button. Each press increases the time with 30 seconds. You may also alter the time by pressing the +/- buttons to increase or decrease the time.
• Pressing the power button may also change the power level. The first press will show you the current power level. Press the power button repeatedly to change power level.

Power level

Power Suggested use
750 W	Reheating of beverages, water, clear soups, cof-fee, tea or other food with a high water content. If the food contains egg or cream choose a lower power. Cooking of fish, meat, vegetables etc.
500 W	More careful cooking e.g. high protein sauces, cheese and egg dishes and to finish cooking cass-roles.
350 W Simmering stews, melting butter.
160 W Defrosting. Softening butter, cheeses and ice cream.
0 W Setting the standing time (when using the timer only).

Jet Start (Turbo Start)

This function is used for quick reheating of food with a high water content such as clear soups, coffee or tea.

1. Press the Start button.

This function automatically starts with maximum microwave power level and the cooking time set to 30 seconds. Each additional press increases the time with 30 seconds. You may also alter the time by pressing the +/- buttons to increase or decrease the time after the function has started.

Manual defrost

• Follow the procedure for "cook & reheat with microwaves" and choose power level 160 W when defrosting manually.
• Check and inspect the food regularly. Experience will give you the times needed for various amounts.
• Frozen food in plastic bags, plastic films or cardboard packages can be placed directly in the oven as long as the package has

no metal parts (e.g. metal twist ties).

• The shape of the package alters the defrosting time. Shallow packets defrost more quickly than a deep block.
• Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Individual slices defrost more easily.
• Shield areas of food with small pieces of aluminum foil if they start to become warm (e.g. chicken legs and wing tips).
• Turn large joints halfway through the defrosting process.
• Boiled food, stews and meat sauces defrost better if stirred during defrosting time.
• When defrosting it is better to under-thaw the food slightly and allow the process to finish during standing time.
• Standing time after defrosting always improves the result since the temperature will then be evenly distributed throughout the food.

Jet defrost

Use this function only if the net weight is between 100g - 2Kg Always place the food on the glass turntable.

1. Press the Jet Defrost button.

1. Press the + / - buttons to set the weight of the food.

1. Press the Start button.

Midway through the defrosting process the oven stops and prompts you to TURN FOOD.

1. Open the door.
2. Turn the food.

1. Close the door and restart by pressing the Start button.

Note: The oven continues automatically after 2 min. if the food hasn't been turned. The defrosting time will be longer in this case.

Weight:

• This function needs to know the net weight of the food. The oven will then automatically calculate the needed time to finish the procedure.
• If the weight is lesser or greater than recommended weight: Follow the procedure for "Cook & Reheat with microwaves" and choose 160 W when defrosting.

Frozen foods:

• If the food is warmer than deep-freeze temperature (-18^) , choose lower weight of the food.
• If the food is colder than deep-freeze temperature (-18^) , choose higher weight of the food.

Food Hints
Meat (100 g - 2,0 kg)	Minced meat, cutlets, steaks or roasts. Turn food when oven prompts.
Poultry (100 g - 2,0 kg)	Chicken whole, pieces or fillets. Turn food when oven prompts.
Fish (100 g - 2,0 kg)	Whole, steaks or fillets. Turn food when oven prompts.

For food not listed in this table and if the weight is lesser or greater than recommended weight, you should follow the procedure for "Cook and reheat with microwaves" and choose 160 W when defrosting.

Cleaning

• DON'T USE any abrasive cleaners or metal scrapers to clean the glass door. This will scratch the surface which can break the glass.
• DON'T USE high pressure or steam cleaners to clean the microwave.
• Clean the interior directly after use. Use a damp cloth to remove condensation, boiled over liquid and food remnants. Remnants of crumbs and moisture absorb microwave energy and increase cooking time.
• Clean the interior and outer casing regularly; use some washing up liquid and water and dry the microwave well with a dry cloth.
• Ensure that the cover of the microwave distributor is clean. Dirt in the cover can lead to spark formation.
• Clean the accessories regularly; use some washing up liquid and water with a brush and dry the accessories well with a dry cloth. The accessories may also be washed in the dishwasher.
• Smells will disappear if you place a glass of vinegar or water with lemon in the microwave area. Switch the microwave on on full power for two minutes. Then rub down with a damp cloth.
• Check the door closure and the door rubber regularly for damage. Don't use the microwave if the door or door closure is damaged.
• If the seal of the microwave is very dirty, the door won't close properly. The front of adjacent furniture can become damaged. Keep the seal clean.
• Salt is extremely aggressive. When this is deposited in the oven interior, rust patches can be created.
• Sharp sauces such as ketchup and mustard or salty dishes such as salted meat, contain ingredients that can erode the surface. After use, you should always clean the oven interior.

If you are uncertain about whether your appliance is working properly, this does not automatically mean there is a defect. Try to deal with the problem yourself first by checking the points mentioned below: If the recommendations below do not solve your problem, telephone our service department.

Is the plug in the socket?
Is the door closed properly?
Is the fuse in the fuse box faulty?
- Are the power settings and times set properly?
- Are there objects in the microwave that shouldn't be there?
- Did you use the correct kitchen utensils?
- Are the ventilation openings blocked?
- Has the food been defrosted sufficiently?
- Did you turn over or stir the food during preparation?
Is the child lock activated?

Technical data

Sparks in the microwave

If you see sparks in the microwave, don't turn off the microwave immediately. Sparks can be caused by:

• metal or aluminium foil that touches the interior of the microwave;
• aluminium foil that is not correctly covering the food (points that stick up act as an antenna);
• metal from a closing strip or cutlery with metallic edges;
  recycled paper that contains small metal particles.

The data plate indicates the total nominal load, the required voltage and the frequency.

This appliance meets all relevant CE guidelines.

MAG638RVS
Connection 230V~50Hz
Microwave power	750 W
Maximum total power 1300 W
Outer dimensions (HxWxD) 382 x 595 x	320
Inner dimensions (HxWxD) 187 x 370 x	290

Electrical connection

For this appliance a mains supply of 230V, 50 Hz AC is needed.

The appliance has a mains lead with an earthed plug.

Please note! For safe use it is necessary that the appliance is correctly earthed. Never connect the appliance to DC. Incorrect use can cause electric shocks.

Built-in dimensions

Please note: the microwave needs to be screwed on the front in the cupboard.

Disposal of the appliance and packaging

Sustainable materials have been used during manufacture of this appliance. This appliance must be disposed of responsibly at the end of its service life. The government can provide you with information about this.

The appliance packaging is recyclable. The following may have been used:

cardboard;
polyethylene film (PE);
CFC-free polystyrene (PS hard foam).

You should dispose of these materials responsibly and in accordance with government regulations.

To designate the requirement for separate collection of household electrical appliances, the symbol of a dustbin with a cross through it is applied to the product. This means that the appliance may not be included with normal domestic refuse at the end of its service life. The appliance must be taken to a special municipal centre for separated waste collection or to a dealer providing this service.

Separate collection of household appliances helps to prevent potential negative impact on the environment and on human health caused by improper disposal. It ensures that the materials that make up the unit can be recycled to achieve a significant saving in terms of energy and raw materials.

Declaration of conformity

We hereby declare that our products satisfy the applicable European directives, orders and regulations, as well as the requirements stated in the referenced standards.

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Introduction 4

Specifications techniques 16

Environment

Specifications techniques