HMICROWAVE 300 HMG28PNC3 - Microwave Oven HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Built-in microwave oven with grill
Brand	Hoover
Model	HMICROWAVE 300 HMG28PNC3
Oven capacity	28 liters
Microwave power	900 W
Grill power	1100 W
Power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H)	595 x 401 x 388 mm
Net weight	19 kg
Turntable diameter	315 mm
Microwave power levels	5 levels (100%, 80%, 50%, 30%, 10%)
Cooking functions	Microwave, Grill, Combination (C-1 and C-2)
Defrost	By weight (dEF1) or by time (dEF2)
Auto menus	8 programs (Pizza, Meat, Vegetables, Pasta, Potatoes, Fish, Beverages, Popcorn)
Display and settings	24-hour clock, kitchen timer, successive cooking
Child safety	Lock via STOP button (3 seconds)
Allowed materials	Glass, ceramic, suitable plastic, parchment paper, microwave-safe cling film
Prohibited materials	Metal, aluminum, hermetically sealed containers, polystyrene
Cleaning and maintenance	Clean after use with a damp cloth; do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scrapers
Repairability	Repair only by qualified professional; do not remove the protective cover
General information	Household appliance; built-in installation in a 60 cm wide cabinet

Frequently Asked Questions - HMICROWAVE 300 HMG28PNC3 HOOVER

How to set the clock on the Hoover HMICROWAVE 300 microwave oven?

Plug in the appliance, the display shows 0:00. Press COOKING (button « F ») twice; the hour digits flash. Use - or + to set the hour (0-23). Press COOKING again; the minutes flash. Set the minutes (0-59) with - or +. Press COOKING to confirm. The clock then displays the set time.

What utensils can be used in this microwave oven?

Only use microwave-safe containers: heat-resistant glass, ceramic without metal rim, microwave-safe plastic, parchment paper, microwave-safe cling film. Avoid metal, aluminum, hermetically sealed containers, polystyrene, wood, and paper bags.

How to activate the child lock?

In standby mode, press the STOP button for about 3 seconds. A beep sounds and the display shows 0:00 or the time. The lock is active. To deactivate, repeat the same action (press STOP for 3 seconds) until a beep and the lock symbol disappears.

What to do if the oven does not heat?

Check that the plug is properly connected and the fuse has not blown. Ensure the door is properly closed. If the problem persists, do not disassemble the appliance; contact a qualified professional.

How to use the grill function?

Press F to select the mode. Press F repeatedly or use -/+ until G (grill only) or C-1/C-2 (combination) appears. Press START to confirm, set the time with -/+, then press START to start. Halfway through cooking, the oven beeps; turn the food for even cooking.

How to program a two-stage cooking?

Set the first stage (e.g., defrost) then, without pressing START, set the second stage (e.g., microwave). The oven will execute both stages sequentially. Example: to defrost 5 min then cook at 80% for 7 min, first set dEF2 (defrost), time 5:00, then press F to choose P80, time 7:00, then START.

How to clean the microwave oven?

Unplug the appliance. Clean the interior with a damp cloth and mild detergent. The accessories (turntable, ring) can be washed with soapy water. Never use abrasive products, metal scrapers, or steam cleaners to avoid damaging surfaces.

Why does steam accumulate on the door?

This is a normal phenomenon. During cooking, the steam produced by the food is partly expelled through the ventilation openings; the rest condenses on cold surfaces like the door. This does not affect operation.

How to use the automatic defrost?

For defrost by weight (dEF1), press DEFROST once. Use -/+ to enter the weight (100-2000 g) then START. For defrost by time (dEF2), press DEFROST twice, set the time with -/+, then START.

How to disable the kitchen timer?

In standby mode, press TIMER once. The display shows 00:00. Set the desired duration with -/+ (max 95 min) then press START. To cancel before the end, press STOP. Once the time is up, the bell rings 5 times and the clock reappears.

USER MANUAL HMICROWAVE 300 HMG28PNC3 HOOVER

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INSTRUÇÕES PARA O UTILIZADOR PT

Microwave Oven

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL: HMG28PNC3

Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven, and keep it carefully.

If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many years of good service.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to break or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.

ADDENDUM

If the apparatus is not maintained in a good state of cleanliness, its surface could be degraded and affect the lifespan of the apparatus and lead to a dangerous situation.

Specifications

Model:	HMG28PNC3
Rated Voltage:	230V~50Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave):	1450W
Rated Output Power(Microwave):	900W
Rated Input Power(Grill):	1 100W
Oven Capacity:	28L
Turntable Diameter:	∅315mm
External Dimensions:	595x401x388mm
Net Weight:	Approx. 19 kg

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including he following:

1. Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
2. 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.

3. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

4. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

5. Only use utensils suitable for use in microwave ovens.

6. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.

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

8. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

GB

1. If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

2. Do not overcook food.

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

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

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

6. Eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.

7. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

-by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

-farm houses;

-bed and breakfast type environments.

1. 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.

2. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

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

4. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. The surfaces are liable to get hot during use. Keep cord away from heated surface, and do not cover any vents on the oven.

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1. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
5. The 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.
6. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
7. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
8. Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.
9. Steam cleaner is not to be used.
10. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.
11. Only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven. (for ovens provided with a facility to use a temperature-sensing probe.)

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31.WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
32. The microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open. (for ovens with a decorative door.)
33. Surface of a storage cabinet can get hot.

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

To Reduce the Risk of Injury to Persons Grounding Installation

DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard Touching some of the internal componentscan cause serious personal injury or death.Do not disassemble this appliance.

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubtexists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.2. If a long cord set or extension cord is used:
   1) The marked electrical rating of the cordset or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
   2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
   3) The long cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

CLEANING

Be sure to unplug the appliance from the power supply.

1. Clean the cavity of the oven after using with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Clean the accessories in the usual way in soapy water.
3. The door frame and seal and neighbouring parts must be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth when they are dirty.
4. 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.
5. Cleaning Tip---For easier cleaning of the cavity walls that the food cooked can touch: Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% microwave power for 10 minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.

UTENSILS

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.

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 T est:

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.

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils	Remarks
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 manufacture'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.
Thermometers	Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
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.

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

Names of Oven Parts and Accessories

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

Your oven comes with the following accessories:

Glass tray	1
Turntable ring assembly	1
Instruction Manual	1

g assembly 1 1 1 G F A E D C B Control panel Turntable shaft Turntable ring assembly Glass tray Observation window Door assembly Grill Rack( Only for Grill series )

Turntable Installation

Hub (underside) Glass tray Turntable shaft Turntable ring assembly a. N tr b. B a c. A o d. If b c

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.

Installation and connection

1. This appliance is only intended for domestic use.
2. This oven is intended for built-in use only. It is not intended for counter-top use or for use inside a cupboard.
3. Please observe the special installation instructions.
4. The appliance can be installed in a 60cm wide wall-mounted cupboard (at lease 55cm deep and 85cm off the floor).
5. The appliance is fitted with a plug and must only be connected to a properly installed earthed socket.
6. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specified on the rating plate.
7. The socket must be installed and connecting cable must only be replaced by a qualified electrician. If the plug is no longer to accessible following installation, an all-pole disconnecting device must be present on the installation side with a contact gap of at lease 3mm.
8. Adapters, multi-way strips and extension leads must not be used. Overloading can result in a risk of fire.

The accessible surface may be hot during operation.

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Operation Instructions

1. Clock Setting

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

1) Press "

" twice, the hour figures will flash.

2) Press"—"or"+" to adjust the hour figures, the input time should be within 0--23.

3) Press "

", the minute figures will flash.

4) Roesadjust the minute figures, the input time should be within 0--59.

5) Press " " to finish clock setting. ":" will flash, and the time will light.

Note: 1) If the clock is not set, the clock would not function when powered.

2) During the process of clock setting, if you press " ", the oven will go back to the previous status automatically.

2. Microwave Cooking

Press "F", the LCD will display "P100". Press "F"

for times or press " - "or "+ " to choose the power you want, and "P100",P5080"

"P30" or "P10" will display for each added press. Then press " START " to confirm, and press " — "or " + " to set cooking time from 0:05 to 95:00. Press " START " again to start cooking.

Example: If you want to use 80% microwave power to cook for 20 minutes, you can operate the oven as the following steps.

1) Press " F " once, the screen displays "P100".

2) Press " power. " once again or press " - "or " + " to choose 80% microwave

3) Press " [▶]" to confirm, and the screen displays "P 80".

4) Press " - "or " + " to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays "20:00".

5) Press " START " to start cooking.

Note: the step quantities for the adjustment time of the coding switch are as follow:

" " Order	Pad instructions Display	Microwave Power
1	P100	100%
2	P80	80%
3	P50	50%
4	P30	30%
5	P10	10%
6	G	0%	100%
7	C-1	55%	45%
8	C-2	36%	64%

3. Grill or Combi. Cooking

Press "F" once, "P100" displays and then press "F" for times or press the "-or"+ to choose the power you want, and "G", "C-1" or "C-2" will

display for each added press. Then press " [ ] " to confirm, and

press "─"or "+" to set cooking time from 0:05 to 95:00. Press "START again to start cooking.

Example: If you want to use 55% microwave power and 45% grill power(C-1) to cook for 10 minutes, you can operate the oven as the following steps.

1) Press "	" once, the screen displays "P100".
2) Press "	" for times of press to choose combi. 1 mode.
3) Press "	" to confirm, and the screen displays "C-1".
4) Press "to adjust the cooking time until the oven displays	"10:00".
5) Press "	" to start cooking .

Note: If half the grill time passes, the oven sounds twice, and this is normal.

In order to have a better effect of grilling food, you should turn the food over, close the door, and then press "→" to continue cooking.

START

If no operation, the oven will continue cooking.

1. Quick Start

1) In waiting state, press " START " to start cooking with 100 % power, each added press will increase 30 seconds cooking time up to 95 minutes.

2) In microwave, grill, combi. cooking, each press of " can increase 30 seconds of cooking time.

1. Defrost By Weight

1) Press " [icon] " once, and the oven will display "dEF1".

2) Press 'to-select the weight of food from 100 to 2000 g.

3) Press " START " to start defrosting.

1. Defrost By Time

1) Press " twice, and the oven will display "dEF2".

2) Press "to select the defrost time.

3) Press " START " to start defrosting.

1. Auto Menu

1) Press " + " to choose the menu, and "A1" to "A8" will display, which means pizza, meat, vegetable, pasta, potato, fish, beverage and popcorn.

2) Press " START " to confirm.

3)Press"−"or "+" to choose the default weight as the menu chart.

4) Press "START" to start cooking.

Example: If you want to use "Auto Menu" to cook fish for 350g.

1) Press " + " till "A6" displays.

2) Press " START " to confirm.

3) Press"−"or"＋" to select the weight of fish till "350" displays.

4) Press " START " to start cooking.

The menu chart:

Menu	Weight	Display
A1 Pizza	200g	200
	400g	400
A2 Meat	250g	250
	350g	350
	450g	450
A3 Vegetable	200g	200
	300g	300
	400g	400
A4 Pasta	50g(with 450g cold water) 50
	100g(with 800g cold water) 100
A5 Potato	200g 200
	400g	400
	600g	600
A6 Fish	250g	250
	350g	350
	450g	450
A7 Beverage	1 cup (120ml)	1
	2 cups (240ml)	2
	3 cups (360ml)	3
A8 Popcorn	50g	50
	100g	100

8. Kitchen Timer

(1) Press " ☐ " once, LED will display 00:00.
(2) Turn "−" or "+" to enter the correct time.(The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.)
(3) Press " START" to confirm setting.
(4) When the kitchen time is reached, the buzzer will ring 5 times. If the clock has been set(24-hour system), LED will display the current time.

Note: The kitchen Time is different from 24-hour system Kitchen Timer is a timer.

9. Multi-section cooking

At most 2 sections can be set for cooking. In multi-section cooking, if one section is defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed in the first section.

Example: If you want to defrost food for 5 minutes and then cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes, operate it as the following:

1) Press " twice, and the oven will display "dEF2".

2) Turn " - "or" + " to select the defrost time till "5:00" displays.

3) Press "F" once, the screen displays "P100".

4) Press "F" once again or turn "-or"+ to choose 80% microwave power.

5) Press " START " to confirm, and the screen displays "P 80".

6) Turn "−" or "+" to adjust the cooking time till the oven displays "7:00".

7) Press " START " to start cooking, and buzzer will sound once for the first section, defrosting time counts down; buzzer will sound once again entering the second cooking. When cooking finishes, buzzer sounds five times.

10. Inquiring Function

1. Inquiring Function (1) In states of microwave, grill and combination cooking, press "F", the current power will be displayed for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, the oven will turn back to the former state;

(2) In cooking state, press " 🔍 " to inquire the time and the time will display for 3 seconds.

11. Lock-out Function for Children

Lock: In waiting state, press "STOP" for 3 seconds, there will be a beep denoting entering the children-lock state and the current time will display if the time has been set, otherwise, the LED will display "0:00". The lock indicator will light.

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

12. Specification

(1) " must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during cooking.
(2) Once the cooking programme has been set, " " IS not pressed in 1 minute. The current time will be displayed. The setting will be cancelled.
(3) The buzzer sounds once by efficient press, inefficient press will be no response. (4) The buzzer will sound five times to remind you when cooking is finished.

Press " " button, the oven door will be opened.

This will not work under lock-out function.

Trouble shooting

If something does trouble shooting; before seeking assistance carry out the following checks first.

Normal
Microwave oven interfering TV reception	Radio and TV reception may be interfered when microwave oven operating. It is similar to the interference of small electrical appliances, like mixer, vacuum cleaner, and electric fan.It is normal.
Dim oven light	In low power microwave cooking, oven light may become dim. It is normal.
Steam accumulating on door, hot air out of vents	In cooking, steam may come out of food. Most will get out from vents. But some may accumulate on cool place like oven door. It is normal.
Oven started accidentally with no food in.	It is forbidden to run the unit without any food inside.It is very dangerous.

Trouble	Possible Cause	Remedy
Oven can not be started.	(1) Power cord not plugged in tightly.	Unplug. Then plug again after 10 seconds.
	(2) Fuse blowing or circuit breaker works.	Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker (repaired by professional personnel of our company)
	(3) Trouble with outlet.	Test outlet with other electrical appliances.
Oven does not heat.	(4) Door not closed well.	Close door well.

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This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the

applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.

For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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- bed and breakfast.

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DODATKOWE INFORMACJE

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Instrukcje obsługi

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MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES

MODELO: HMG28PNC3

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