MO20S4BC - Microwave GORENJE - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Gorenje
Model	MO20S4BC
Product type	Microwave oven
Capacity	20 liters (estimated)
Power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Maximum microwave power	800 W (P100)
Power levels	5 levels: P100, P80, P60, P40, P20
Maximum cooking time	60 minutes
Cooking functions	Microwave cooking, defrost (by weight or time), auto cooking (11 menus: popcorn, drink, chicken, fish, pizza, potatoes, vegetables, pasta, softmelt, plate warming, keep warm), quick start, multi-sequence cooking (up to 4 steps), delayed start, steam cleaning
Defrost	By weight (0.1 to 2.0 kg) or by time (10 seconds to 60 minutes)
Control type	Rotary knob + buttons (Micro Power, Defrost, Start, Pause/Cancel, Clock, Eco)
Display	Digital LED
Built-in clock	Yes, adjustable in hours and minutes
Child lock	Yes, lock by holding Pause/Cancel for 3 seconds
Eco mode	Turns off display in standby via Eco button
Buzzer	Adjustable: activate/deactivate by holding Eco for 3 seconds
Turntable	Yes, glass, with roller ring
Cleaning	Integrated steam cleaning; clean the cavity, door seal and turntable regularly with a damp cloth; do not use abrasive detergents
Installation	Do not built-in; clearance: 5 cm on sides, 10 cm at rear, 20 cm above; distance from floor ≥ 85 cm
Included accessories	Turntable, roller ring

Frequently Asked Questions - MO20S4BC GORENJE

How to clean my Gorenje MO20S4BC microwave oven?

Unplug the appliance. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the exterior, door, seals, and cavity. Never use abrasive detergents, gasoline, or metal powder. The turntable and roller ring can be washed with soapy water. For odors, heat slices of lemon or tea at high power for 2-3 minutes.

What utensils can I use in this microwave?

Use suitable containers: heat-resistant ceramic, heat-resistant glass, heat-resistant plastic (for short cooking only). Avoid metal containers, ceramics with metal trim, and plastic wraps for meat cooking. In grill mode, use compatible grills.

How to set the clock?

In standby mode, press the Clock button once. The hours flash: turn the knob to set the hour. Press Clock again to switch to minutes, adjust them. Confirm by pressing Clock or wait 60 seconds.

How to use the defrost function?

Press the Defrost button to choose dEF1 (defrost by weight, 0.1-2 kg) or dEF2 (by time, 10 sec-60 min). Turn the knob to set weight or time. Press Start. It is advisable to turn food over during defrosting.

How to lock the control panel (child lock)?

Hold the Pause/Cancel button for about 3 seconds. A beep confirms activation. To deactivate, repeat the same operation.

What to do if the oven no longer heats?

First check that the wall socket and fuse are working. Place a cup of water (150 ml) inside, close the door, and run for 1 minute. If the light does not come on, the fan does not turn, or the turntable does not rotate, contact an authorized service. Do not attempt to repair yourself.

Can I cook food in metal containers?

No, metal containers are prohibited because they can cause arcing and damage the oven. Use only microwave-safe containers.

How to use auto cooking?

In standby, turn the knob to select a food code from A1 to A11 (e.g., A4 for fish). Press Start, then turn the knob to choose the weight from the proposed options. Press Start again to begin cooking.

How to disable the beep sound?

In standby mode, hold the Eco button for 3 seconds. The display shows 'b-oF' and the beep is disabled. To reactivate, repeat until 'b-on' is displayed.

Why is there smoke or smell during first use?

This phenomenon is normal. Manufacturing residues or grease in the oven can produce a smell or white smoke. Heat the oven empty several times with windows open for ventilation. After a few uses, this will disappear.

USER MANUAL MO20S4BC GORENJE

MICROWAVE OVEN

MO20S4BC

	SI-3-	HR / BIH-14-	SRB / BIH / MNE-25-	GB-36-	DE / AT-47-	RO-58-	SK-69-
	CZ-80-	BG-91-	UA-102-	RU-113-	MK-124-	HU-135-	IT-146-
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1. Zaklep vrat		■ Notranjost pečice		■ Upravljalna plošča		■ Ročaj
2. Komplet vrat		■ Nožice		■ Ohišje
3. Nesilna plošča		■ Vrtljivi gumb		■ Steklo na vratih

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliance:

1. Read all instructions before using.
2. Make sure the voltage in your living area corresponds to the one shown on the rating label of the appliance. And the wall socket is properly grounded.
3. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

a. Do not overcook the food. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in the oven. c. Do not heat oil or fat for deep drying as the temperature of oil cannot be controlled. d. After use wipe the waveguide cover with a damp cloth, followed by dry cloth to remove any food splashes and grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to cause smoke or catch fire.

e. If materials inside the oven should smoke or ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off, and disconnect the power supply.

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

1. To reduce the risk of explosion and sudden boiling:

a. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode; baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or teat are considered to be sealed containers.

b. Use a wide-mouthed container to cook liquids, and the cooked liquid should not be removed immediately. Wait several moments before removing it to avoid possible hazards caused by delayed eruptive boiling of liquids.

c. Potatoes, sausage, and chestnuts should be peeled or pierced before cooking. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.

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

1. WARNING: Damage to the oven door or its adjacent components. Do not attempt to operate the microwave until it is repaired by a qualified service technician.
2. WARNING: Except for qualified service personnel, it is dangerous for others to perform maintenance operations, including removing protective covers that prevent microwave leakage.
3. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a professional technician of the manufacturer, its service department, or a similar department in order to avoid danger.
4. After cooking the food or taking out the food, you need to wear gloves to remove the food. Do not take it directly. The internal temperature is high; prevent the steam from burning your hands or face.
5. When the popcorn is finished, be careful when removing the plastic wrap on the surface to avoid burning your hands and face.
6. To prevent damage to the turntable, note the following:

a. Let the turntable cool down before cleaning.

b. Do not place hot foods or utensils on the cold turntable.

c. Do not place frozen foods or utensils on the hot turntable.

d. Make sure that the turntable does not touch the inner surface of the cavity when cooking.

1. Make sure the utensils are suitable for microwave use and do not touch the interior walls during cooking.
2. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.
3. Do not use the oven when it is empty, and do not use metal utensils to avoid damage to the microwave oven, which may also cause danger.
4. WARNING: Children can be allowed to use the microwave oven unsupervised only if adequate guidance has been provided so that the child can use the microwave oven in a safe manner and understands that improper use poses a hazard.
5. When the appliance is operated in combined mode, due to the high temperature, the microwave oven can be operated by a child only under the guidance of an adult.
6. Be careful with microwave radiation. When the microwave oven is working, no items should be placed at the vents to avoid affecting the normal heat dissipation of the microwave oven.
7. Clean the door seal, the details of the cavity, and adjacent components.
8. The microwave should be cleaned regularly, and all food waste from the microwave oven should be removed.
9. Failure to clean the microwave oven can cause deterioration of the surface of the

appliance, which can affect the life of the appliance and can lead to dangerous situations.

1. The microwave oven cannot be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system. (for microwave ovens with grill function)
2. Any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer are not available.
3. Do not use the microwave outdoors.
4. Save your own manual.

CAUTION: HOT SURFACE

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

CAUTION

Control panel

See below for details (the control panel is subject to change without prior notice)

Waveguide cover

It is inside the microwave oven, next to the wall of the control panel.

CAUTION

Never remove the waveguide cover

INSTALLATION

1. Remove the package from the microwave and carefully check the microwave for damage. Such as: a. The furnace body is shocked and shows signs of heavy pressure. b. Whether the furnace door is flat and the switch is smooth and flexible. c. Whether the metal insulation mesh on the furnace door is bent or deformed. d. The power cord is loose or loose.

If you find any of the above, please contact your dealer or our special maintenance department immediately.

1. The microwave oven must be placed flat in a ventilated, dry, non-corrosive environment, away from high temperatures and vapors.
2. Do not place any objects on the top of the stove. In order to have sufficient air circulation space, the product should be placed 85cm above the ground. The distance between the sides of the microwave oven and the wall should be no less than 5cm, the distance between the back of the furnace and the wall should be no less than 10cm and the distance from the top wall cabinet should be no less than 20cm.
3. The microwave oven should be kept away from the TV, radio, and antenna (generally more than 5 meters), otherwise it may cause interference.
4. The microwave oven should be placed where the power cord can be easily plugged in, and ensure good grounding. In case of leakage, the grounding wire can provide protection.

The current loop prevents electric shock.

1. Always operate the microwave oven with the door closed.
2. Do not place the microwave oven inside a cabinet.
3. When using the microwave oven for the first time, there may be odor or even white smoke during heating due to residue or grease from the manufacturing process in the cavity or on the heating element. This is normal and will disappear after several uses. Ensure good ventilation by opening doors and windows.

CLEANING

MICROWAVE OVEN CARE

CAUTION

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

WARNING

1. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not immerse the appliance in water or other fluids when cleaning.
2. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface, which could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
3. Never use hard detergents, gasoline, abrasive powders, or metal brushes to clean any part of the appliance.
4. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
5. When the microwave oven has been used for a long time, there may be some strange odors in the oven. The following 3 methods can get rid of them:

a. Place several lemon slices in a cup, then heat with high microwave power for 2-3 minutes.

b. Place a cup of red tea in the oven, then heat with high microwave power for 2-3 minutes.

c. Put some orange peel into the oven, and then heat them with high microwave power for 1 minute.

1. WARNING: 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.

TIPS FOR CLEANING

Details for cleaning door seals, cavity, and adjacent parts:

Exterior:

Wipe the enclosure with a dampened soft cloth.

Door:

Using a dampened soft cloth, wipe clean the door and window.

Wipe the door seals and adjacent parts to remove any spill or spatter.

Wipe the control panel with a slightly dampened soft cloth.

Interior walls:

Wipe clean the cavity with a dampened soft cloth.

Wipe clean the waveguide cover to remove any food splashed.

Turntable/ Rotation ring/ Rotation axis:

Wash with mild soap water.

Rinse with clean water and allow drying thoroughly.

The LED flashes 3 times when plugged in power supply. Which enter to standby mode, then LED flashes "1:00".

2. AUTO COOKING/TIME.WEIGHT KNOB

You can increase or decrease cooking time, weight or choose the auto cooking menu during operation by turning Auto cooking /Time.Weight knob.

3. PAUSE/CANCEL

Press Pause/Cancel button to cancel the set power, cooking or defrosting/menu program. When cooking, press Pause/Cancel button once to pause and press twice to cancel the program. When you reset the cooking program, you must press this button to cancel the previous settings.

4. AUTO REMINDER

When the cooking or defrost process is completed, you will hear 3 beeps. If the door is not opened or Pause/Cancel button is not pressed, the microwave will beep once every 3 minutes.

5. CLOCK SETTING

In the standby state, press Clock button once to enter the clock setting state. The display shows the clock. The hour digit flashes, which is the clock input state.

At this time, turn the knob, input the hour, and reverse rotate to 23-22-0 hours cycle; forward rotation: 0-1-23 hours cycle.

After setting the hour, press Clock button once again, enter the minute setting.

Turn the knob to set the minutes, then reverse rotation to: 59-58-00 minutes cycle; forward rotation is: 00-01-59 minutes cycle; after setting the clock time, press the Clock button again to confirm (or the time set will be automatically confirmed after 60 seconds).

The clock enters the running state.

This function is for cooking food. Press this button, and the LED cycles to show P100, P80, P60, P40, P20.

P100 Microwave power (high power) for fast cooking.

P80 Microwave power (medium high power), suitable for faster cooking.

P60 Microwave power (medium power), suitable for cooking.

P40 Microwave power (medium and low power), suitable for defrosting food.

P20 Microwave power (low power) is suitable for food heat preservation.

CAUTION

a. The maximum time that can be set is 60 minutes. b. Never operate the oven empty. c. If you turn the food during operation, press the Start button once and the preset cooking procedure will continue. d. If you intend to remove the food before the preset time, you must press the Pause/Cancel button once to clear the preset procedure to avoid unintended operation next time. e. To avoid long-term high-power work affecting the life of the microwave oven, after a certain period of high-power work, it will automatically reduce the power.

Example: To cook at P80 for 10 minutes.
	Steps Display
1 After power-up, the colon flashes 1:00
2	Pressing Micro Power button repeatedly or press once and turn knob to select power level P80	P80
3. Press Start button to confirm. 0:10
4 Turn knob to 10:00 10:00
5	Press Start button and LED will count down to show running time.

7. FAST START

In standby state, you can directly press the Start button, and the microwave oven will work directly at P100 microwave high power, with a default time of 0:30.

You can continue to press the Start button to add time, each press increases by 30 seconds. This function is very convenient for quickly heating food.

	Steps Display
1. After power-up, the colon flashes 1:00
2.	Press Start button.	0:30

8. DEFROST

Defrost includes defrost by weight and defrost by time.

In standby state, press the Defrost button, and the LED displays dEF1 and dEF2 in sequence:

dEF1	For defrosting, the weight range from 0.1 to 2.0 kg.
dEF2	For defrosting, the time range from 0:10-60:00

CAUTION

a. It is necessary to turn over the food during operation to obtain uniform effect. b. Usually defrosting will take longer than cooking the food. c. If the food can be cut with a knife, the defrosting process can be considered complete. d. Microwaves penetrate about 4 cm into most food. e. Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible; it is not advised to put it back in the fridge and freeze again.

Example: To defrost 400g meat
	Steps Display
1	After power-up, the colon flashes 1:00
2	Press Defrost button to set the required menu.	dEF1
3	Turn knob to set the defrost weight 400g
4	Start cooking by pressing Start button.(LED will display the remaining time)

9. STEAM CLEAN

Hold the button for 3 seconds to choose steam clean mode, then press the Start button to start working.

10. AUTO COOKING

The microwave oven sets the default cooking menu for some foods. When the power is turned on, turn the knob and the LED will cycle through A.1, A.2... A.10. After selecting the menu category, press the Start button. Enter the weight selection, then rotate the knob to select the weight. After selecting the weight, press the Start button to start cooking.

Display Kind Weight
A1 Popcorn Cooking weight 100g.
A2 liquid There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A3 chicken There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A4 fish There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A5 pizza There are 2 cooking weight choice(150g.300g)
A6 potatoes There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A7 vegetables There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A8 pasta There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A9 softmelt There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)
A10 plate warmer		There are three modes to choose from, hot 1 plate / hot 2 plates / hot 6 plates, respectively showing 1, 2, 6
A11 Keep warm		There are 3 cooking weight choice(100g.200g.300g)

CAUTION

a. The temperature of food before cooking would be 20-25 °C. Higher or lower temperature of the food before cooking would require increase or decrease of cooking time. b. The temperature, weight and shape of food will largely influence the cooking effect. If any deviation has been found to the factor noted on above menu, you can adjust the cooking time for best result.

Example: Steam 300gg fish
	Steps Display
1. After power-up. 1:00
2. Turn right knob to select corresponding food code. A4
3	Press Start button to enter weight choice.	100g
4.	Turn again Auto Cooking/Time. Weight to set weight	300g
5	Start cooking by pressing Instant/Start button

11. AUTOMATIC DELAYED FUNCTION

If you do not want the menu to be started immediately, you can preset the cooking menu and time and the preset menu will be automatically started at your set time. The setting will consist of 2 steps:

• Setting the current clock;
• Setting the cooking menu and time.

Example: Now it is 12:30 Clock, if you hope that the microwave oven will automatically start cooking with 800W microwave power for 9 minutes and 30 seconds at 14:20
	Steps Display
1 Set the current clock.
1.1	PressClockbutton to inter clock setting status, hour begin to flash.
1.2 Turn knob to set “12” 12:00
1.3 PressClockbutton to confirm again.
1.4 Turn knob to set minute “30” 12:30
1.5	PressClockbutton once or waiting for 60 seconds, and the numbers will go steady.
2 Set the cooking menu and time
2.1	Select cooking power by pressingMicro Powerbutton	P100
2.2 PressStartbutton to confirm. 0:10
2.3 Turn knob to set cooking time.		9:30
2.4	PressClockbutton once to enter delay time function setting.	12:30
3	Set the time you expect to start. Repeat the steps of 1.2, 1.3, 1.4	14:20
4	PressStartbutton to confirm the delayed menu. Now the program has been activated. And the menu will be started at 14:20.
5	You may check the preset starting time by pressingClockbutton.

12. MULTI-SEQUENCE COOKING

To obtain the best cooking result, some recipes call for different cook modes and times. You may program your personalized menu as follows:

Example: You want cook food with P100 microwave for 3 minutes then P20 for 9 minutes. This is 2 sequence setting.
	Steps	Display
1 P100 microwave for 3min
1.1	Press Micro Power button to set power P100	P100
1.2 Press Start button once to confirm.
1.3	Turn knob, and set Micro Power cooking time for 3 minutes.	3:00
2 Set P20 for 9min
2.1	Press Micro Power button to choose P20	P20
2.2 Press Start button once to confirm.
2.3	Turn knob to set cooking time, set the cooking time is 9 minutes	9:00
3	Start cooking by pressing Start button.

CAUTION!

a. When microwave power cooking is finished, the microwave oven will begin grill operation automatically. b. Max 4 sequences can be set per time, repeat the steps.

13. CHILD LOCK FUNCTION

This feature is primarily intended to prevent children from using the microwave oven without adult guidance or to protect the control panel when cleaning. When in child safety lock mode, all buttons will be locked.

Set child lock: Hold the Pause/Cancel button for about 3 seconds.

Cancel child lock: Hold Pause/Cancel button about 3 seconds.

14. ECO ENERGY SAVING MODE

When the standby status display is on, press the eco button once, the display will go out, the microwave oven will enter the energy-saving mode. In the energy-saving mode, press any key, or open or close the door, the display will re-light up and exit the energy-saving mode.

When the buzzer sound is on in the standby state, press and hold eco button for 3 seconds, the display shows b-oF, the buzzer sound is turned off, and after 1 second, it returns to the standby state to display the clock.

When the buzzer sound is off in the standby state, press and hold eco button for 3 seconds, the display shows b-on, the buzzer sounds on, and returns to the standby state after 1 second to display the clock.

UTENSILS GUIDELINE

Depending on the cooking method, it is necessary to choose a safe and suitable vessel. If it is not properly selected, it will not only affect the cooking effect, but also cause damage to the vessel or microwave oven. Please refer to the table below for use:

Material of Mikrovalna pećnica	Žar Kombinirani način	Napomene
container Microwave grill Combi Notes
Heat-resistant ceramic Yes Yes Yes Never use the ceramics which are decorated with metal rim or glazed
Heat-resistant plastic Yes No No Can not be used for long time microwave cooking
Heat-resistant glass Yes Yes Yes
Plastic film Yes No No It should not be used when cooking meat or chops as the over-temperature may do damage to the film
Grill rack No Yes Yes

MAINTENANCE

SERVICING

Please check the following before calling for services.

1. Place one cup of water (approx. 150ml) in a glass measure in the oven and close the door securely. Oven lamp should go off if the door is closed properly. Let the oven work for 1 min.
2. Does the oven lamp light?
3. Does the cooling fan work?

(Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.)

1. Does the turntable rotate?

(The turntable can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. This is quite normal.)

1. Is the water inside the oven hot?

If "NO" is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your meter box.

If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER APPROVED.

SERVICING SAFEGUARDS

Caution: MICROWAVE RADIATION

1. The high voltage capacitor remains charged after disconnection; short the negative terminal of H.V. capacitor to the oven chassis (use a screwdriver) to discharge before touching.
2. During servicing, the following parts are liable to be removed and give access to potentials above 250V to earth.
3. Magnetron • High voltage transformer • High voltage capacitor • High voltage diode • High voltage fuse
4. The following conditions may cause undue microwave exposure during servicing.

Improper fitting of magnetron;

Improper matching of door interlock, door hinge and door;

Improper fitting of switch support;

Door, door seal or enclosure has been damaged.

Correct Disposal of this product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

	SI-3-	HR / BIH-14-	SRB / BIH / MNE-25-	GB-36-	DE / AT-47-	RO-58-	SK-69-
	CZ-80-	BG-91-	UA-102-	RU-113-	MK-124-	HU-135-	IT-146-
	FR-157-	FI-168-	DA-178-	NO-188-	SV-198-	GR-208-	AL-219-
1. Türverriegelung		■ Ofenraum		■ Bedienfeld		■ Griff
2. Türeinheit		■ Ofenfüße		■ Gehäuse
3. Flachbettplatte		■ Digitaler Knopf		■ Türglas

Never remove the waveguide cover

INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY MEASURES

10. AUTOMATIC COOKING

12. MULTI-STAGE COOKING

MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE

CAUTION

PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE

NOTE! MICROWAVE RADIATION

CAUTION: HOT SURFACE

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

CAUTION!

Control panel