NE21462 - Microwave Oven PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL NE21462 PANASONIC

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS

APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY EARTHED. When an outlet is not earthed, it is personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly earthed outlet.

VOLTAGE AND POWER WARNING

The voltage used must be the same as specified on the microwave oven. Using a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous, and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage.

PLACEMENT OF THE OVEN

Locate the oven on a surface which is flat and stable. Do not place the oven in a hot or damp place; e.g. near a gas or electric range. Do not operate the oven when the room temperature is higher than 40˚C (104˚F) and/or the humidity is more than 85%. Free airflow around the oven is important. There is a possibility of a small amount of interference with weak broadcast signals if the microwave oven is too close to a radio or TV. For safe and efficient operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow to the air vents i.e. 5 cm (2 inches) at the side and rear; 20 cm (8 inches) at the top. This microwave oven must be positioned so that the plug is accessible. CAUTION

REMOVAL OF PROTECTIVE FILM

A protective film is used to prevent scratching of the outer case during transportation. Peel this film off before installation or use. DO NOT TURN ON THE OVEN WHEN IT IS EMPTY. In order to maintain the high quality of the magnetron tubes and other components, you are requested not to turn the oven on with no food inside. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. High voltages are present inside the cabinet. Repairs and adjustments should be done only by qualified service personnel. DO NOT BLOCK THE AIR VENTS. This microwave oven requires free airflow in the back for maximum cooling efficiency.You should keep the air vents clear while cooking. DO NOT DRY CLOTHES IN THE OVEN. Do not dry clothes in the microwave oven since there is a possibility of the clothes burning if left in the oven for too long of a time. ATTACH CAUTION LABEL. If caution label is enclosed with your oven, a suitable caution label must be attached before using. Please select appropriate label provided and attach to top of appliance. This product is an equipment that fulfills the European standard for EMC disturbances (EMC = Electromagnetic Compatibility) EN 55011. According to this standard this product is an equipment of group 2, class B and is within required limits. Group 2 means that radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated in the form of electromagnetic radiation for warming and cooking of food. Class B means that this product may be used in normal household areas.- 2 - Important Safety Instructions WARNING

1. The door seals and door seal areas should be

cleaned with a damp cloth.

2. The appliance should be inspected for damage

to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by service technician trained by the manufacturer.

3. It is dangerous for anyone other than a service

technician trained by the manufacturer to perform repair service.

4. If smoke is observed, press Stop/Reset pad and

keep door closed. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

5. 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.

6. Before use, the user should check that utensils

are suitable for use in the microwave ovens.

7. When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and

beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken: a) Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks. b) Do not overheat. c) Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through cooking time. d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container.

8. When heating food in plastic or paper containers,

check the oven frequently due to the possibility of ignition.

9. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food

jars are to be stired or shaken. The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.

. Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode.

. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container.

. 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.- 3 - English Outline Diagram and Operation of NE-2146-2/NE-1846/NE-1646 (8) (7) (6) (9) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (10)

Press the desired Power Level Selector Button, if other than (HIGH).

Set heating time. ☛ Please check the heating time will appear. Note:up to 25 min. on , 30 min. on or

Press Start Button. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and heating will start. Power Level Indicator will start to blink, and heating time will count down.

• When all time expires, beep tone will sound and heating will stop. The oven lamp will turn off. “0” will blink until the door is opened. One minute later, cooling fan will stop.

• Open the door and take the food out. The oven lamp will turn on. Digital Display Window will show “0” and Power Level Indicator

• Close the door. The oven lamp will turn off. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.

• When you press the Start Button with door open, “0” will appear in the display in all cases.

• Even after setting the heating time you can still change the power level.

• If you wish to change the heating time during heating, simply adjust the timer to desired minutes and seconds.

Open the door and put the food in the oven. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on. “0” and Power Level Indicator will appear. Note:While “0” appears, operation is available. One minute after the door is closed, “0” will disappear.- 4 - Outline Diagram of NE-2156-2/NE-1656 (1) Digital Display Window (see below)(2) Power Level Indicator Display(3) Program pad(4) Shift (A/B) pad(5) Power Level Selector pad(6) Double Quantity pad(7) Treble Quantity pad(8) Number/Memory pads(9) Stop/Reset pad(10) Start pad(11) Oven Lamp Cover(12) Door Handle(13) Air Filter(14) Splatter Shield (top of inner cavity)(15) Middle Shelf (NE-2156-2 only)A –– Program DisplayB –– Heating Time Display (min. sec.)C –– Memory Pad Number DisplayD –– 1st Stage Heating IndicatorE –– 2nd Stage Heating IndicatorF –– 3rd Stage Heating IndicatorG –– Power Level Indicator

This oven is preset at the factory for the following:◆ Manual operation ◆ Number/Memory pads preset HIGH power at the indicated heating times for single stage heating 1 = 10 sec. 2 = 20 sec. 3 = 30 sec. 4 = 40 sec. 5 = 50 sec.6 = 1 min. 7 = 1 min. 15 sec.8 = 1 min. 30 sec.9 = 1 min. 45 sec.0 = 2 min.(There are two sides, A and B. Only A-side is preset.)◆ Program Unlock ◆ Cycle Counter set to “0” on all pads If you wish to change these times, please consult the operating instructions to find how to program them.- 5 - English How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656 A. MANUAL HEATING –– single stage heating –– Example:To cook food at HIGH power for 2 minutes INSTRUCTION

Press Power Level Selector pad once. ☛ The selected power level will be indicated and 1st Stage Heating Indicator “1” will start to blink. Note:To select HIGH power, press once. To select MEDIUM power, press twice. To select DEFROST power, press three times.

Press Number/Memory pads “2”, “0” and “0”. ☛ The set heating time will appear. Note:up to 15 min. on HIGH or MEDIUM power, 30 min. on DEFROST

Press Start pad. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and heating will start. Power Level Indicator will start to blink, and heating time will count down.

• When all time expires, beep tone will sound and heating will stop. The oven lamp will turn off. “0” will blink until the door is opened. One minute later, cooling fan will stop.

• Open the door and take the food out. The oven lamp will turn on. Digital Display Window will show the originally selected time and power.

• Close the door. The oven lamp will turn off. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.

Open the door and put the food in the oven. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear. Note:While “0” appears, operation is available. One minute after the door is closed, “0” will disappear.- 6 - A. MANUAL HEATING –– 2 or 3 stages heating –– INSTRUCTION

DIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW

PAD Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 4.

Press Power Level Selector pad three times. ☛ The selected power level will be indicated and 2nd Stage Heating Indicator “2” will start to blink.

Press Number/Memory pads “1”, “0” and “0”. ☛ The set heating time will appear. Note:up to 15 min. on HIGH or MEDIUM power, 30 min. on DEFROST

Press Start pad. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on. The total time for both stages will appear and start to count down. 1st Stage Heating Indicator “1” and Power Level Indicator for the first stage heating will start to blink.

• After the first stage heating, beep tone will sound. 2nd Heating Stage Indicator “2” and Power Level Indicator for the second stage heating will start to blink and the remaining heating time will count down.

• When all time expires, beep tone will sound and heating will stop. The oven lamp will turn off. “0” will blink until the door is opened. One minute later, cooling fan will stop.

• Open the door and take the food out. The oven lamp will turn on. Digital Display Window will show the originally set time and power.

• Close the door. The oven lamp will turn off. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.

Note: For 3 stages heating, select a power level once again after step 5 and set a heating time. SPECIAL NOTE: For both single and 2 stages heating

1. While heating, one touch on Stop/Reset pad stops the operation.You can restart it by pressing Start pad or a

second touch on Stop/Reset pad will cancel the selected program.

2. While not heating, one touch on Stop/Reset pad cancels the selected program.

3. You can repeat exactly the same manually selected heating time by pressing only Start pad you use the oven

again within one minute.

4. One minute later of non-use with door closed, the repeat feature will be cancelled.

Example:To cook food at HIGH power for 2 minutes and at DEFROST power for 1 minute How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656- 7 - English C. PROGRAMMING NUMBER/MEMORY PADS –– single stage heating ––

INSTRUCTIONDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW

Press Program pad. ☛ “PROG” will start to blink. PROG THE OVEN CAN NOT BE PROGRAMMED WHEN PROGRAM LOCK IS ACTIVATED! (see page 9-10)DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR WHILE PROGRAMMING! Example:To program cooking at DEFROST power for 1 minute into Number/Memory pad “5” How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656

Keep the door closed.☛ Digital Display Window must be blank.

B. PROGRAMMED HEATING

INSTRUCTIONDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW

Press the desired Number/Memory pad “3”. ☛ The currently programmed information will be indicated.

Press Start pad. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and heating will start. The heating time will count down. PROG

In Program Unlock Mode:

• When all time expires, beep tone will sound and heating will stop. The oven lamp will turn off. “0” will blink until the door is opened. One minute later, cooling fan will stop.
• Open the door and take the food out. The oven lamp will turn on.
• Close the door. The oven lamp will turn off. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.

In Program Lock Mode: Just press the desired Number/Memory pad. Heating will automatically start without pressing Start pad. ✐ For Double (or Treble) Quantity heating: Press Double (or Treble) Quantity pad before pressing the desired Number/Memory pad. Example: To select Number/Memory pad “3” at A side in which your desired heating program (at HIGH power for 3 min., single stage heating) is set Open the door and put the food in the oven. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear. Note:While “0” appears, operation is available. One minute after the door is closed, “0” will disappear. Note:

• When you want to select the number at B side, press Shift (A/B) pad before pressing the desired Number/Memory pad.- 8 -

Press Power Level Selector pad once. ☛ The power level for 2nd stage will be indicated, 2nd Stage Heating Indicator “2” will start to blink, and Heating Time Display will go blank. PROG

Press Number/Memory pads “2”, “0” and “0”. ☛ The set heating time will appear.Note:up to 15 min. on HIGH or MEDIUM power, 30 min. on DEFROST

Press Prog pad. ☛ “PROG” and 2nd Stage Heating Indicator “2” will stop blinking. The total time for both stages will appear. This means that you havecompleted programming. PROG

• Three seconds later, Digital Display Window will go blank.Note:• Program the remaining Number/Memory pads as desired by repeating steps above.
• When “PROG” is blinking in Digital Display Window, the program can be cancelled and/or one touch on Stop/Reset pad erases the programmed Number/Memory pad number.
• When you want to program the B side, press Shift (A/B) pad before pressing Number/Memory pad. C. PROGRAMMING NUMBER/MEMORY PADS –– 2 or 3 stages heating ––

INSTRUCTIONDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW

PAD Follow steps 1 to 5 above. PROG

Example:To program cooking at DEFROST power for 1 minute and at HIGH power for 2 minutes into Number/Memory pad “5” THE OVEN CAN NOT BE PROGRAMMED WHEN PROGRAM LOCK IS ACTIVATED! (see page 9-10)DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR WHILE PROGRAMMING! How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656

Press Power Level Selector pad three times. ☛ The selected power level will be indicated, 1st Stage Heating Indicator “1” will start to blink, and Heating Time Display will go blank. PROG

Press Number/Memory pads “1”, “0” and “0”. ☛ The set heating time will appear.Note:up to 15 min. on HIGH or MEDIUM power, 30 min. on DEFROST

Press Program pad. ☛ “PROG” and 1st Stage Heating Indicator “1” will stop blinking. This means that you have completed programming. PROG

• Three seconds later, Digital Display Window will go blank.Note:• Program the remaining Number/Memory pads as desired by repeating steps 1-6 above.
• When “PROG” is blinking in Digital Display Window, the program can be cancelled and/or one touch on Stop/Reset pad erases the programmed Number/Memory pad number.
• When you want to program the B side, press Shift (A/B) pad before selecting the desired Number/Memory pad.

Press Number/Memory pad “5”.☛ The selected pad number will appear and currently programmedinformation will be indicated.

How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656

Keep the door closed.☛ Digital Display Window must be blank.

Press Prog pad until “PROG”, “P” and “L” appear. (more than five seconds) ☛ “PROG”, “P” and “L” will appear. PROG In Program Lock mode:

• The oven is started by pressing the desired Number/Memory pad. There is no need to press Start pad.
• Opening the door cancels the remaining time on the program.• The oven can not be programmed or run manually until the program lock is released. To Activate Program Lock:INSTRUCTIONDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW PAD

Press Prog pad. ☛ “PROG” will start to blink. PROG

Press Double Quantity pad.☛ The currently programmed magnification number will appear.Note:1.6 times is preset at factory. x 2PROG

Press Number/Memory pads “1” and “5”. ☛ The programmed magnification number will appear.

Press Prog pad. ☛ “PROG” will stop blinking. This means that you have completed programming. PROG

• Three seconds later, Digital Display Window will go blank.Note:
• If you want to program your desired magnification number for treble quantity, repeat as above, using Treble Quantity pad instead of Double Quantity pad. Press Number/Memory pad “5”.☛ The selected pad number will appear and currently programmedinformation will be indicated.

Example:To program 1.5 times of heating time for double quantity into Number/Memory pad “5”

The loudness of beep tone and the length of beep toneat the end of heating cycle can be set.There are four levels of the loudness. The level is indicated by a number followed by the word “bEEP”. 3bEEP = loudest2bEEP = middle1bEEP = quietist0bEEP = silentThere are two options of the length of beep tone at theend of heating cycle. The length is indicated by 1 st or2 nd Stage Heating Indicator.1 = 3 beeps2 = short beeps for 60 secondsThe loudest level and 3 beeps are preset at the factory.

To Select Loudness Level and Length “3 beeps”:

Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear.

Press Prog pad. Press Number/Memory pad “0” once. ☛ The tone will sound at its loudness level and the loudness level “3” followed by the word “bEEP” will appear. “PROG” will start to blink and 1st Stage Heating Indicator “1” (the length of beep tone “3 beeps”) will be indicated. Note: Repeating to press the pad “0” will lower the loudness all the way to silent. (3 bEEP –– loudest, 2 bEEP –– middle, 1 bEEP –– quietest, and 0 bEEP –– silent)

Press Prog pad. ☛ “PROG” will stop blinking. That means that you have completed program.Three seconds later, “0” will appear. PROG

• Close the door. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.Example:To select loudest beep toneIn Program Unlock mode:• Oven reverts to a two-touch operating mode (Number/Memory pad + Start pad).• Repeat and interrupt feature are operational.• Number/Memory pads can be programmed.• Tone loudness control and length control are operational.

To Release Program Lock:

Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on, and “0” will appear.

While pressing Stop/Reset pad, press Prog pad until “PROG” and “P” appear. (more than five seconds) ☛ “PROG” and “P ” will appear.

PROG- 11 - English How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656

✐ For selecting length of tone “short beeps for 60 seconds”:

Within three seconds after pressing Prog pad at step 4, pressNumber/Memory pad “0” once. ☛ “PROG” will start to blink and 2nd Stage Heating Indicator “2” (the length of beep tone “short beeps for 60 seconds”) will be indicated.

Press Prog pad. ☛ “PROG” will stop blinking. This means that you have completed programming.Three seconds later, “0” will appear. PROG

• Close the door. One minute later, Digital Display Window will go blank.

Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear.

While pressing Stop/Reset pad, press Start pad. ☛ All currently programmed information (the program set into each Number/Memory pad (A/B sides), Beep Tone, and Program Lockinformation) will continuously appear.

e.g. PROG PROG PROG PROG

Example:To select short beeps for 60 secondsINSTRUCTIONDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW PAD

Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear.

While pressing Stop/Reset pad, press Number/Memory pad “3”. ☛ The times that the pressed Number/Memory pad has been used will appear.

To Read The Number of Times Each Memory Pad Has Been Used: Example:To read times of Number/Memory pad “3” at A side (6666 times used) Note

• When you want to read the times of each pad at B side, press Shift (A/B) pad while the display is still showing the number of cycles in step 2.- 12 - How to Operate NE-2156-2/NE-1656

Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven will turn on and “0” will appear.

While pressing Start pad, close and open the door. Press Number/Memory pad “3”.☛ The currently programmed hour will appear.

Press Number/Memory pads “6”, “0” and “0”. ☛ The programmed hour will appear.Note:up to 9999 hours

Press Prog pad. ☛ Three seconds later, “0” will appear. To check the total number of hours used,◆ Open the door and leave it open. ◆ Press Number/Memory pad “3” while pressing Start pad. ◆ The total number of hours used and “H” will appear in Digital Display Window. e.g. If the oven has been used for 20 hours, Three seconds later, “0” will appear in Digital Display Window. Note: If the oven cuts out after short operation, check if Air Filter is clean before calling an engineer. Note:When “FILT” sign appears in Digital Display Window, remove Air FIlter and clean it with soapy water. Press Stop/Reset pad to clear the display.Example:To program cleaning Air Filter every 600 hours Close the door while the display is still showing the number ofcycles that each pad has been used.☛ The total cumulative cycles that the oven has been used inNumber/Memory pads at A/B sides and manual mode will appear. e.g.

To Read Total Cumulative Cycles That The Oven Has Been Used:

INSTRUCTIONPADDIGITAL DISPLAY WINDOW

To Read The Number of Cycles That The Oven Has Been Used In Manual Mode: INSTRUCTIONPAD Open the door and leave it open. ☛ The oven lamp will turn on and “0” will appear.

While pressing Stop/Reset pad, press Power Level Selector pad. ☛ The times that the oven has been used in manual mode will appear.

English Installation Instructions for Stacking IMPORTANT

1. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket

before attempting installation.

2. For stacking installation, you must use the

PANASONIC Joint Plate which is enclosed with this unit.

3. Combination of the unit for stacking is limited within

only the following PANASONIC models: NE-1057, NE-1457, NE-1247, NE-1747, NE-1047, NE-1447, NE-1257, NE-1757, NE-1442, NE-1856, NE-1456, NE-1846, NE-1446, NE-2146-2, NE-2156-2

4. The maximum stacking height is the total heights of

two units. PREPARATION Be sure the oven cavity is empty. INSTALLATION

1. Stack the units and remove five screws (a) as shown in Fig.1.

2. Loosen the screw (b).

3. Projection on Joint Plate must face away from the oven. Place Joint Plate on the screw (b).

4. Attach and tighten five screws (a) and the screw (b). See Fig.2.

5. Ensure the top oven is at a safe and workable height.

Self Diagnostics Failure Code Explanation This oven monitors its operation and displays a Failure Code in Digital Display Window when a problem occurs. What to do when a Failure Code appears: Unplug the oven and wait more than ten seconds before reconnecting. If normal operation does not resume, follow the next chart. CODE F01 F33-34 F05 F81-82 F86-87 F44 PROBLEM Too high temperature of exhausted air Defective thermistor circuit Defective memory IC Defective relay circuit Defective relay circuit Defective control panel

The oven shuts off automatically. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. The oven beeps continuously and resets for operation when cool. Move the oven to the cooler location. If the problem persists, call service agent. The oven shuts off automatically. If the problem persists, call service agent. If the problem persists, call service agent. The oven will operate even if Failure Code appears, just not as designed. If the problem occurs during memory heating, press Stop/Reset pad. Then other memory program and manual heating will be possible. If the problem persists, call service agent. The oven will operate even if Failure Code appears, just not as designed. Press Stop/Reset pad and try again. The oven shuts off automatically. If the problem persists, call service agent. The oven shuts off automatically. If the problem persists, call service agent. Note: Above codes shown in Digital Display Window do not indicate all possible failures on the unit. (b) Joint PlateProjection (a) Fig. 1 Joint Plate Projection Fig. 2- 14 - Care of Your Oven

1. Remove the plug from the electrical socket before

2. Keep the inside of the oven [and Middle shelf

(NE-2146-2, NE-2156-2 only)] clean. If pieces of food or spilled liquids stick to the oven walls, or between door seal and door surface, they will absorb microwaves and may cause arcing or sparks. Wipe up all spills with a damp cloth. Kitchen detergent or Food Sanitizer Solution may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives. The middle shelf can be washed either in hot soapy water or in the dishwasher.

3. The outside surface of this microwave oven should

be cleaned with soap and water, then dried with a soft cloth. Make sure that water does not get into the back ventilation or control panel, opening since this can damage the unit.

4. The window of the door should be washed with

very mild soap and water. Be sure to use a soft cloth. Never use window clearer. The front door can be scratched by harsh soap or cleaners.

shield with both hands and pull them in and down. Then take the splatter shield out of the oven cavity.

2. Rinse splatter shield in soapy water or Food

Sanitizer Solution. Dry.

3. Be sure to replace the shield before using the oven.

CAUTION Splatter shield must be in place securely when you use the oven.

Cleaning Air Filter regularly according to the following instructions. The oven may have problems when Air Filter becomes clogged with dust.(*)

1. Remove Air Filter from the front bottom skirt by

returning the right screw to the left.Then slide the filter to the right and lift it off the post at the left. screw post

2. Wash this filter in warm soapy water.

3. Be sure to replace Air Filter before using the oven.

(*) If Air Filter becomes clogged with debris this will cause an overheating problem on the oven.- 15 - English Cooking Instructions COOKWARE

1. Before using the oven always check that containers

are suitable. DO NOT MICROWAVE sealed containers as they may explode. N.B. Always check manufacturer’s instructions as some food manufacturers are producing food in containers that do not require piercing.

2. DO NOT leave the appliance unattended if paper,

plastic or other combustible containers are used. Do not use re-cycled paper products, as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used, unless packaging states they are specifically designed for MICROWAVE use.

3. Heat-proof glassware, such as Pyroceram and

Pyrex, is best suited for use in the microwave oven.

4. Do not use metal ware, ceramics trimmed with gold

or silver, or any container with a metal content.

5. If “arcing” should occur, check the cookware

carefully again for metal.

6. You may use ordinary glassware, chinaware,

plastic-ware and paper-ware, when cooking food that requires a low temperature. Using this type of cookware for high temperature cooking may cause cracking or warping.

7. You can cook steamed vegetables in special “see-

through” wrapping film, such as Saran Wrap, or wax paper. Do not cook in a plastic bag. CAUTION Do not use METAL UTENSILS in this oven. OTHER HELPFUL INSTRUCTIONS

1. When determining time for particular foods, always

figure minimum time and check occasionally during cooking for progress.The microwave oven cooks so quickly, therefore it is easy to overcook your foods.

2. Be careful of the cooking time for small quantities of

foods, or foods with low water content. They may burn if cooked too long.

3. Do not use the oven for drying kitchen towels or

napkins. They may burn if heated too long.

4. Do not try to boil eggs in the oven.

5. When you cook an egg be sure to pierce the yolk

membrane prior to placing into the oven to prevent the egg bursting.

HOW TO GET BROWNED FINISH

Generally foods do not brown when cooked by a microwave oven.This is one of the features of the equipment. To brown chickens, brush sauce on the surface before or during cooking.You can also brown meat in a conventional frying pan before cooking in the oven. A browning skillet for the microwave oven can obtain the same result.

FOR EVEN FINISHED COOKING

Open the door and give the dish a half turn, or turn the food over during cooking. This helps to achieve more even cooking. When you cook chicken the legs cook faster than other parts. Wrap the legs with aluminum foil during cooking to reflect the microwave energy in order to create even cooking.

(NE-2146-2/2156-2 only) When heating, one item always place the container in the centre of the bottom shelf. When using the microwave mainly for reheating one item at a time, remove the middle shelf and work on the bottom shelf. When reheating two items at a time place both dishes on the bottom shelf side by side, unless the containers are too large and then place one on the shelf. When heating more than two plates, place the dishes evenly on the two shelves. Allow some space between each plate, do not cram too much food into the oven. If the middle shelf is not used, it should be stored outside the oven and must not be put on the bottom shelf. DEFROSTING FROZEN FOODS

1. If you try to completely defrost frozen foods in the

microwave oven, uneven defrosting may occur due to the differences in the thickness and shape of the food. Drippings may also result, and sometimes a part of the food cooks although other parts still remain frozen. In actual usage of frozen foods, you should not normally defrost them 100%. 70% defrosting in the microwave oven is ideal and helpful for the next cooking operation.

2. To defrost evenly, turn over or rearrange the food

3. To defrost fatty meat, heat it in the microwave oven

for a short time and leave it to stand at room temperature, or heat it intermittently until defrosted.

4. When you defrost a whole chicken, or any frozen

food of irregular shape, wrap legs or thin parts with aluminum foil. Otherwise thin parts will be defrosted faster and sometimes cooked before other parts have properly defrosted. For big pieces of meat, wrap the sides with aluminum foil so that they will be uniformly thawed by vertical microwaves only.

5. Ice should be removed at times during defrosting.- 16 -

Cooking Instructions MICROWAVE BASICS Fundamental principles determine the success of microwave food preparation. They include:

TEMPERATURE OF FOODS –– Frozen or refrigerated food items will require longer heating times to reach a desired serving temperature than foods from room temperature.

FOOD COMPONENTS –– Foods high in sugar, salt, fats and moisture content heat faster because these properties attract microwave energy. Denser foods high in protein and fiber, absorb microwave energy slower which means a lengthier heating time.

BULK/VOLUME –– The greater the mass of food, the longer it takes to heat.

CONTAINERS –– Ceramic, paper, china, styrofoam, glass and plastic are suitable for use in microwave ovens with the following caution. DO NOT HEAT foods in a SEALED container or bag. Foods expand when heated and can break the container or bag.

AVOID METAL because it “bounces” the microwaves, causing uneven heating and sometimes even flashes, which may pit or mark the interior of the oven, the metal container or plate trim.

6. Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do

not heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring. Heating foods with either high sugar or high fat content should be done ONLY in high temperature-resistant containers since these foods get very hot. Using styrofoam containers for these foods will cause the styrofoam to warp. Other low temperature restaurant glass or plastic platters may crack or warp under similar conditions.

MICROWAVE OVEN For specific time, see each food category for appropriate heating techniques, plus necessary pre- preparation of foods.

HEATING FOODS FROM REFRIGERATED TEMPERATURE

Foods stored in the refrigerator (5˚C) should be covered before reheating with the exception of breads, pastries or any breaded product, which should be heated uncovered to prevent sogginess. Most conventionally prepared foods should be slightly undercooked, and held in the refrigerator, so that overcooking does not occur during microwave heating. Cooked items, such as vegetables, may be portion plated and covered for reheating without loss of color, texture or nutritional content.

HEATING FOODS FROM ROOM TEMPERATURE

Food items such as canned entree, vegetables, etc. will require significantly less heating time than those from refrigerated temperatures. IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATIONS

1. For best results it is recommended that foods

conventionally prepared be slightly undercooked when subsequently heated in this oven.

2. REMEMBER that after the heating cycle has been

completed, internal food temperatures continue to rise slightly in foods heated in this oven.

3. A major abuse of microwave applications is the

category of breads, pastries and pies.They are drier than insides or fillings, they heat more slowly. Therefore, baked goods should ONLY be heated until the crust is warm to the touch (50˚C-55˚C).

4. DO NOT OVERHEAT YOUR FOOD: 99% of all food

quality complaints of microwave heated foods can be traced to overheating.- 17 - English Cooking Instructions –– Heating and Defrosting Time Charts –– The times given in the chart below are a guideline only. Many factors eg starting temperature of the food can affect the final heating time required. The cooking and defrosting times must be adjusted when necessary. All times are tested using foods at starting temperatures as below; Chilled foods . . . . . .Approx. +5˚C Frozen foods . . . . . .Approx. -18˚C Always check for the correct core temperature with a temperature probe to comply with current Government Food Hygiene Regulations. Function Food Weight Power Level Approx.Time NE-2156-2 NE-1846 NE-1656/1646 NE-2146-2 Defrosting Fish Fillets Minced Beef Whole Chicken Composite Dish Multi portion Single portion Apple Pie Gateau Bread Rolls 500 g 500 g

Do not cook/reheat/defrost directly onto the base of the oven –– use a suitable container.

When defrosting multi portions of foods, turn over and break apart halfway through defrost time to allow better penetration of microwave energy.

Solid/dense foods should not be cooked from frozen as they will be overcooked round the edges before the centre has reached the required temperature.

Cover dishes where appropriate during cooking/reheating. This will retain moisture and prevent splashing/spillages.

Loosen lids/pierce clingfilm before cooking/reheating covered foods.

Stir or shake foods halfway through cooking/defrosting time to distribute the heat evenly.

VEILIGHEID MOET DIT APPARAAT

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