Designer DMW101KSSDD - Microwave Oven DANBY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Designer DMW101KSSDD DANBY

• Important Safety Instructions

• Care and Maintenance

• GarantieWrite down the model and serial numbers here. They are on a label located on the back of the oven. Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Staple your receipt to this manual. You will need it to obtain service under warranty. Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better... Read this manual: It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your microwave properly. If you received a damaged oven: Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the oven. Save time and money: Check the section titled “Troubleshooting” before calling. This section helps you solve common problems that might occur. If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. Tel: 1-800-26- (1-800-263-2629) WELCOME Welcome to the Danby family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy to use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our consumer service department. Tel: 1-800-26- (1-800-263-2629) Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your microwave. That’s important, because your new microwave will be part of your family for a long time. BEFORE USING YOUR MICROWAVE NEED HELP?

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do Not Attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. Do Not Place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Do Not Operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: 1 door (bent), 2 hinges and latches (broken or loosened), 3 door seals and sealing surfaces. The Oven Should Not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY

INTERFERENCE STATEMENT (U.S.A. ONLY) This equipment generates and uses ISM frequencies and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type-tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to Part 18 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in particular installations. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following:

• Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.

• Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

• Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave into a different outlet so that microwave and receiver are on different branch circuits. The Manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

2To reduce the risk of fire, burns, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure of excessive microwave energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following sections.

• Read and follow the specific “Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy” on page 2.

• This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “Grounding Instructions” section on page 5.

• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

• Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.

• This microwave oven is specifically designed to heat, dry or cook food, and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use.

• Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars- may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

• Do not store this appliance outdoors.

• Do not use this product near water-for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or near a sink.

• Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not immerse power cord or plug in water.

• See door surface cleaning instructions in the Care and Maintenance section(s) of this manual.

• This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

• As with any appliance, close supervision is necessarry when used by children. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

• Do not overcook food.

• Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven while cooking.

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

• Do not use the oven for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

• Do not use the microwave to dry newspapers.

• If materials inside oven should ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. If the door is opened, the fire may spread. WARNING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by:

• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven.

• Foil not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennae).

• Metal, such as twist-ties, poultry pins, or gold-rimmed dishes, in the microwave.

• Recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces being used in the microwave.

• Only cook popcorn in your microwave oven using a special microwave popcorn accessory dish, unless you use popcorn labeled for use in microwave ovens.

• Some products- such as whole eggs (with shell), sealed containers, and closed jars - will explode and should not be heated in this microwave oven. Heating these products in the microwave oven could result in injury.

• Do not boil eggs in a microwave oven. Pressure will build up inside egg yolk and will cause it to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

• Operating the microwave with no food inside may cause damage to the oven and could start a fire. It increases the heat around the magnetron and can shorten the life of the oven.

• Foods with unbroken outer “skin” such as potatoes, hot dogs, sausages, tomatoes, apples, chicken livers and other giblets, and egg yolks should be pierced to allow steam to escape before cooking. ARCING If you see arcing, press the “STOP/Clear” button and correct the problem. FOODS

SAFETY FACT: SUPERHEATED WATER Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they reach the boiling point; they can actually get superheated and not bubble at all. Superheated liquid can bubble up when it is moved or when something like a spoon or tea bag is put into it. To prevent this from happening and causing injury, do not heat any liquid for more than 2 minutes per cup. After heating, let the cup stand in the microwave for 30 seconds before moving it or putting anything into it.

• Avoid heating baby food in glass jars, even with the lid off. Make sure all infant food is thoroughly cooked. Stir food to distribute the heat evenly. Be careful to prevent scalding when warming formula. The container may feel cooler than the milk really is. Always test the milk before feeding the baby.

• Spontaneous boiling- Under certain circumstances, liquids may start to boilduring or shortly after removal from the microwave oven. To prevent burns from splashing liquid, we recommend the following: Before removing the container from the oven, allow the container to stand in the the oven for 30 to 40 containers such as soft drink bottles, wine flasks and especially narrow-necked coffee cups. Even if the container is opened, excessive steam can build up and cause it to burst or overflow.

• Don’t defrost frozen beverages in narrow-necked bottles (especially carbonated beverages). Even if the container is opened, pressure can build up. This can cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in injury.

• Hot foods and steam can cause burns. Be careful when opening any containers of hot food, including popcorn bags, cooking pouches and boxes. To prevent possible injury, direct steam away from hands and face.

• Do not overcook potatoes. They could dehydrate and catch fire, causing damage to your oven.

• Cook meat and poultry thoroughly- meat to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 160°F (71.1°C), and poultry to at least an INTERNAL temperature of 180°F (82.2°C). Cooking to these temperatures usually protects against food borne illness.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSPECIAL NOTES ABOUT MICROWAVING

Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven is suitable for microwaving. Most glass casserole, cooking dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which do not have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen can be used. Some cookware will be labeled “suitable for microwaving”.

• If you use a meat thermometer while cooking, make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens.

• Do not use recycled paper products. Recycled paper towels, napkins, and waxed paper can contain metal flecks which may cause arcing or ignite. Paper products containing nylon or nylon filament should be avoided, as they may also ignite.

• Not all plastic wrap is suitable for use in microwave ovens. Check the package for proper use.

• Some styrofoam trays (like those that meat is packaged on) have a thin strip of metal embedded in the bottom. When microwaved, the metal can burn the floor of the oven, or ignite a paper towel.

• Cookware may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Pot holders may be needed to handle the cookware.

• “Boilable” cooking pouches and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced, or vented as directed by package. If they are not, plastic could burst during or immediately after cooking, possibly resulting in injury. Also, plastic storage containers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal. When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap, remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face.

• Paper towels, waxed paper, and plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in order to retain moisture and prevent splattering. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape. How to test for a microwave-safe dish:

1) Place in the oven both the dish you are testing and

a glass measuring cup filled with1 cup of water.

2) Set the measuring cup either in or next to the dish.

3) Microwave 1 minute on high power.

If the dish heats, it should not be used for microwaving. If the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, then the dish is microwave- safe.

• Use foil only as directed in this manual. TV dinners may be microwaved in foil trays less than 3/4” high; remove the top foil cover and return the tray to the box. When using foil in the microwave, keep the foil at least 1 inch away from the sides of the oven.

• Plastic cookware designed for microwave cooking is very useful, but should be used carefully. Even microwave-safe plastic may not be as tolerant of overcooking conditions as are glass and ceramic materials, and may soften or char if subjected to short periods of over-cooking. In longer exposure to over-cooking, the food and cookware could ignite. Follow these guidelines:

1) Use Microwave-safe plastics only and use them in

strict compliance with the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations.

2) Do not microwave empty containers.

3) Do not permit children to use plastic cookware

without complete supervision. MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 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 power 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 service technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.If the outlet is a standard 2- prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. DO NOT under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance. DO NOT use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. For best operation, plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights, blowing of fuse, or tripping of circuit breaker.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSINSTALLATION GUIDE

1) Make sure that all packing materials are removed from the inside of the microwave oven.

2) Check the microwave for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals and sealing

surface, broken or loose door hinges and latches, and dents inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, do not operate the oven but contact a qualified service personnel.

3) This microwave oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface to hold its weight.

4) Do not place the microwave oven where heat, moisture, or high humidity are generated, or near

combustible materials.

5) For correct operation, the microwave oven must have sufficient air flow. Allow 20 cm of space above the

microwave oven, 10 cm at back and 5 cm at both sides. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance. Do not remove the feet on which the microwave oven stands.

6) Do not operate the oven without glass tray, roller support, and shafts in their proper positions.

7) Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged and does not run under the microwave oven or over

any hot or sharp surfaces.

8) The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an emergency.

61) Oven Window: Screen allows cooking

to be viewed while keeping microwave energy confined in oven.

Turntable and support must be in place when using the oven. The turntable may be removed for cleaning.

• MENU ACTION SCREEN: Cooking time, power, indicators and current time are displayed.

• QUICK COOK BUTTONS: Instant settings to cook popular foods.

• POWER LEVEL: Used to set power levels other than high.

• TIMER: Timer functions independently, even while a cooking program is in process.

• COOK: Use for multi-stage cooking. Enables cooking at multiple power and time settings automatically.

• COOK BY WEIGHT: Programmed cooking based on weight of foods cooked.

• DEFROST BY WEIGHT: Programmed defrosting based on the weight of the foods to be defrosted.

• SPEED DEFROST: Quick defrost function that alternates defrost and stand times to quickly and effectively defrost foods.

• NUMBER PADS (0-9): Touch to set time or amount.

• CLOCK: Sets current time.

• RESET: Clears all previous settings.

• START/STOP: Touch to start or stop cooking.

2) Press the number keys and enter the current time.

For example, to set 12:10, press “1, 2, 1, 0” in turn.

3) Press “CLOCK” to finish clock setting..

• When the microwave oven is first plugged in or when power resumes after a power interruption, the display will show ENTER CLOCK TIME. If you prefer to not have the clock displayed, press RESET.

• You can check the clock time while cooking is in progress by touching the CLOCK pad. SETTING THE KITCHEN TIMER

2) Press the number keys and enter the timer time (the

maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds).

• The kitchen timer is different from the 12-hour clock system and is intended only for use when timing.

• Timer countdown can be seen in the display before the clock or cooking time is returned to the display.

• Press TIMER pad and then press RESET to cancel TIMER during timing process. Your microwave clock is a 12-hour system. MICROWAVE COOKING SETTING A COOKING PROGRAM: A) One-Stage Cooking.

1) Use the number pads to set a cooking time. You

can set a cooking time from one second to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

2) If you want to set a power level other than 100%

power, touch POWER LEVEL and then use the number pads to enter the power level desired.

3) Touch START/STOP to start cooking.

B) Two-Stage Cooking.

1) Set STAGE 1: Follow steps 1 and 2 in “One-

cooking time and power level. Most two-stage recipes use lower power for the second stage.

3) Touch START/STOP.

NOTE: After total time has elapsed, signal sounds and END appears in the display. Touch any pad or open the microwave oven door to clear END before starting another cooking fucntion.

2) Enter desired defrosting time by touching

corresponding number pads.

• The longest valid defrosting time is 99 min., 99 sec.

• After time has elapsed, signal sounds and END appears in the display. Touch any pad or open the door to clear END before starting another cooking function.

• After setting Speed Defrost, microwave can be programmed to automatically switch to one or two- stage cooking.

• For Speed Defrost and one stage cooking, follow steps 1-3. Before touching START/STOP, touch COOK and enter time and power level. Then touch START/STOP.

• For Speed Defrost and two stage cooking, follow steps above, only you will enter 2 separate times and power levels consecutively before touching START/STOP.

1) Press COOK BY WEIGHT.

2) Enter the one digit (See Table 1) code by touching the correct number pads.

• Meat must be defrosted and at refrigerated temperature.

• Weight must be in pounds and ounces. Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceeded by a 0. If label gives weight in pounds only, change the fraction of a pound to ounces using Table 2.

• At around mid point of the program, the oven will stop and beep. Turn the food over or rearrange pieces for more even cooking. Press START/STOP to resume the program. COOK BY WEIGHT DEFROST BY WEIGHT

• Weight must be in pounds and ounces. Ounces weights less than 10 must be preceeded by a 0. If label gives weight in pounds only, change the fraction of a pound to ounces using Table 2.

• Turn over food when oven signals; touch START/STOP to resume defrosting.

• After defrosting time has ended signal will sound and END appears in the display. Touch any pad or open the door to clear END before starting another function. FRACTION OF POUND OUNCES less than 0.3

Beef 5 lbs. 16 oz. Mutton 5 lbs. 16 oz. Pork 5 lbs. 4 oz. TABLE 110 ONE TOUCH COOKING OPERATION POPCORN: a) Touch POPCORN; CODE and cooking time appear in the display. POPCORN automatically sets the cooking time for a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave popcorn. b) Touch START/STOP. NOTE: To change the preset POPCORN time: Touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME appears in the display; touch number pads to enter minutes and seconds. Touch START/STOP. This new cooking time will remain whenever you use the POPCORN setting. POTATO: For 4 to 6 oz. potatoes:

1) Touch POTATO once.

2) Enter number of potatoes by touching number pads

For large 8 to 10 oz. potatoes:

1) Touch POTATO twice.

2) Enter number of potatoes by touching number pads

BEVERAGE: For 5 to 7 cups:

1) Touch BEVERAGE once.

2) Enter number of cups by touching number pads

For larger 9 to 11 oz. cups:

1) Touch BEVERAGE twice.

2) Enter number of cups by touching number pads

FROZEN DINNER: For one or two small (7-9 oz.) frozen dinners:

1) Touch FROZEN DINNER once.

2) For 1 entree, touch the number pad “1”; for 2 touch

For one or two large (10-12 oz.) frozen dinners:

1) Touch FROZEN DINNER twice.

Heating a whole frozen pizza:

1) Touch PIZZA twice; CODE and cooking time

DANGER - Electric Shock Hazard Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance. WARNING - Electric Shock Hazard Improper grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded. POWER SUPPLY CORD11

1) Turn off the oven and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning.

2) Keep the inside of the oven clean.When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls,wipe with a

damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. Avoid the use of spray and other harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak or dull the door surface.

3) The outside surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside

the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.

4) Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters.

5) Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth.When cleaning the control

panel, leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on.

6) If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur

when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions; this is normal.

7) It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy water or in a

8) The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom

surface of the oven with mild detergent. The roller ring may be washed in mild sudsy water or dishwasher. When removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace in the proper position.

9) Remove odors from your oven by combining a cup of water with the juice and skin of one lemon in a deep

bowl, microwave for 5 minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.

10) When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult a dealer to have it replaced.

11) When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild, non