BDMOW011 - Microwave BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Countertop Microwave Oven
Brand	Black & Decker
Model	BDMOW011
Capacity	0.7 cu ft
Power Output	700 Watts
Voltage	120 V / 60 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H)	17.3 x 13.0 x 10.2 inches
Weight	Approx. 23 lbs
Display Type	LED Digital Display
Control Type	Touchpad with Dial
Power Levels	10 Levels
Defrost Function	Yes, by time or weight
Timer	Up to 99 minutes 99 seconds
Child Lock	Yes
Turntable	Yes, removable glass
Interior Light	Yes
Door Type	Side-opening with handle
Warranty	1 Year Limited

Frequently Asked Questions - BDMOW011 BLACK & DECKER

How do I set the clock on my Black & Decker BDMOW011 microwave?

Press the Clock button once. Use the number pad to enter the time (hour and minutes). Press Clock again to confirm. The display will show the set time.

Can I use metal containers in this microwave?

No, metal containers can cause arcing and damage the microwave. Use only microwave-safe glass, ceramic, or plastic containers.

How do I clean the interior of the microwave?

Wipe the interior with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners. For odors, place a bowl of water with lemon slices and microwave for 2-3 minutes.

What does the 'Child Lock' feature do and how to activate it?

The Child Lock prevents accidental operation. To activate, press and hold the Stop/Clear button for 3 seconds until a lock icon appears. Repeat to deactivate.

Why is my microwave not heating?

Check if the door is fully closed. Ensure the power cord is plugged in and the circuit breaker is not tripped. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

How do I defrost food using the microwave?

Press the Defrost button. Enter the weight of the food in pounds using the number pad. Press Start to begin defrosting. Turn food over when prompted.

Can I adjust the power level?

Yes, press the Power button repeatedly to cycle through 10 levels (from 10% to 100%). Set the desired level before starting cooking.

The turntable is not rotating. What should I do?

Ensure the turntable glass tray and roller ring are correctly placed. Check if the turntable motor is obstructed. If it still doesn't rotate, contact support.

What is the maximum cooking time I can set?

You can set cooking time up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Enter the time using the number pad and press Start.

Where can I download the user manual?

The user manual is available for free download on the notice-facile.com website. Search for model BDMOW011 under Black & Decker.

USER MANUAL BDMOW011 BLACK & DECKER

White microwave oven with brown mesh grille and control panel (no visible text or symbols)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Consistent with our continuing product development, improvements may have been made which render the contents of this instruction manual slightly different to the product received.

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.

Additional safety instructions for Australia and New Zealand

a) Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with this appliance.
b) Replacement of the supply cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.

Specifications

Model:	BDMOW011XE
Rated Voltage:	230V~50Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave):	1150W
Rated Output Power(Microwave):	700W
Oven Capacity	17L
Turntable Diameter	245mm
External Dimensions(LxWxH):	461x365x280mm
Net Weight:	Approx. 12.2 kg

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energynwhe using your appliance, follow basic precautions, includin the 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 remove a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

3. 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 understand the hazards of improper use.

⚠ 4. Warning: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. (only for grill series)

1. Only use utensils suitable for use in microvave ovens.

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

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

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

5. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and leep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

6. Do not overcook food.

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

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

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

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

11. Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described in manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This oven is especially designed to heat. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

12. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacture, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

13. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

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

15. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. Keep cord away from heated surface, and do not cover any events on the oven.

16. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

17. 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.

18. The contents of feeding bottles and babyfood jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.

19. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore take care when handling the container.

To Reduce the Risk of Injury to Persons Grounding Installation

DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do no disassemble this appliance

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard Improper use of the groundin can result in electric shock D not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly instelle 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 doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord.

CLEANING

Be sure to disconnect the oven from the power supply

1. Clean the inside of the oven aftergusin with a slightly damp cloth
2. Clean the accessories in the usual wain soapy wate

3. The door frame and seal and neighbouring parts must be clean carefully with a damp cloth when the are dirt

4. A short power-supply cord is provided to a reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

5. If a long cord set or extension cord is used:
   1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set 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 cor d 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.

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 Test:

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

Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
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 manufacturer'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

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A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring assembly
D) Glass tray
E) Observation window
F) Door assembly
G) Safety interlock system

Shuts off oven power if the door is opened during operation.

Turntable Installation

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.

Countertop Installation

Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.

Cabinet: Remove any protective film found on the mircrowave oven cabinet surface. Do not remove the light brown Mica cover that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.

Installation

1. Select a level surface that provide enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.

A minimum clearance of 3.0 inches (7.5cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open.

(1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven.

(2) Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.

(3) Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.
(4) Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to your radio or TV reception.
2. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.

Operation Instructions

1. Clock Setting

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

The input time should be within 0:00--23:59;

Example: To set 12:12.

(1) Press the "CLOCK/PRE-SET" button, the hour figures will flash, and the indicator for clock " 🔒 " will light.
(2) Press the number buttons of "1", "2", "1", "2" in order.
(3) Press "CLOCK/PRE-SET" to finish clock setting. The indicator for clock " will go out,":" will flash, and the time will light.

Note: In the process of clock setting, if "STOP/CLEAR" is pressed or if there is no operation within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the previous status automatically.

2. Delay Start

Example: to start a cooking at 12:12.

(1) Set the cloc k first. (Consult the instruction of clock setting.)
(2) Set one or two cooking program wanted (defrosting should not be set here);
(3) Press "CLOCK/PRE-SET" to display the current clock. The hour figures flash:

(4) Press "1", "2", '1", '2";

(5) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" to confirm the setting. The unit will turn back to the clock state.

(6) Cooks begin when the time arrives.

Note: (1) If the setting is not within the range 0:00–23:59, the setting will be invalid;
(2) In the process of setting, if "STOP/SEEAR" there is no operation within 1 minute, the unit will go back to the previous state automatically;
(3) The clock must be set before the delay start cooking. If the pre-set cooking has not been programmed and only time to start cooking is set, the whole set will be regarded as an alarm clock setting and 5 beeps will be sound when the pre-set time is reached.

3. Microwave Cooking

Select different microwave power level and set cooking time as you wish. There are five power levels available for choosing. Refer to Chart 1. The maximum microwave cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Keep on pressing "MICROWAVE" to choose the power wished.

Microwave Power Chart

Press "MICROWAVE"	Microwave Power Display
Once	100%
Twice	80%
Thrice	50%
4 times	30%
5 times	10%

Example: Choose 50% power for 10 minutes.

(1) Press "MICROWAVE" thrice, "☐" and "☐" will light.

(2) Press the numeral buttons of "1", "0", "0", "0" in order;

(3) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" to start cooking, the time will count down.

":", " [icon] " and " [ship] " will flash.

4. Speedy Cooking:

When the unit is in waiting state, the press on "START/EXPRESS COOK" can start cooking at 30 seconds with 100% microwave power. Each additional press will increase the cooking time by 30 seconds until the accrued time reaches 1 minute 30 seconds or less. By then, each press will increase cooking time by 1 minute, the maximum cooking time is 12 minutes.

Example: Set 3 minutes speedy cooking:

(1) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" once to start cooking, LED will display "0:30", " [icon] and " [m] will light.

(2) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" again for 4 times, the cooking time will be 3 minutes.

5. Defrost By Weight

Example: Defrost beef of 500g:

(1) Press "DEFROST BY W.T.", LED will display "dEF1", "☒" and "***" will light

(2) Press "5", "0", "0" in order, "g" will light, the range of defrosting weight is 100g-2000g

(3) Press"START/EXPRESS COOK" to start defrosting, "g" will go out, "and" "will flash.

6. Speedy Defrost

Example: Defrost beef of 500g

(1) Press "SPEED DEFROST", LED will display "dEF2", "", " * * " will light.

(2) Press "5" "0" "0" in order, "g" will light, the range of defrosting weight is 100g-1200g.

(3) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" to start defrosting, "g" will go out, "", "will flash.

7. Auto Menu Cooking

The numeral pads 1—9 are matching with nine different subjects respectively;

Pad	CookDisplay		Pad	CookDisplay	Pad CookDisplay
1		Auto Reheat	4		Meat	7		Pizza
2		Vegetable	5		Pasta	8		Soup
3		Fish	6		Potato	9		Porridge

Example: Cook vegetable of 350g:

(1) Press "VEGETABLE" button, "", and "AUTO COOK" will light.

(2) Press "VEGETABLE" button twice to choose the weight, LED will display "350", "g", " [icon] and " [AUTO COOM]" will light.

(3) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" to start cooking, "g" will go out, time counts down, " [icon] " and " [AUTO COOK] " will flash.

Menu	Weight(g)	Press Times	Display
A-1 Auto Reheat	150	Once
	250	Twice
	350	Thrice
	400	4 times
A-2 Vegetable	150	Once
	350	Twice
	500	Thrice
A-3 Fish	150	Once
	250	Twice
	350	Thrice
	400	4 times
	450	5 times
A-4 Meat	150	Once
	300	Twice
	450	Thrice
	600	4 times
A-5 Pasta	50(with cold water 450g)	Once
	100(with cold water 800g)	Twice
	150(with cold water 1200g)	Thrice
A-6 Potato	1(approximately200g)	Once
	2(approximately400g)	Twice
	3(approximately600g)	Thrice
A-7 Pizza	1(approximately80g)	Once
	2(approximately160g)	Twice
	3(approximately250g)	Thrice
A-8 Soup	500	Once
	750	Twice
	1000	Thrice
A-9 Porridge	550	Once
	1100	Twice

8. Multi-section cooking

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

Example: If you want to use "20 minutes of 100% microwave power + 5 minutes of 80% microwave power" to cook.

1) Press " MICROWAVE ", the screen display "P100".
2) Press the numeral buttons "2,0,0,0" in order r.
3) Press " "MYCROMAVEen display "P80".
4) Press the numeral buttons "5,0,0" in order.
5) Press "START/EXPRESS COOK" to start cooking or press "STOP/CLEAR cancel the setting.

9. Inquiring Function

(1) In cooking state, press "MICROWAVE", the current microwave power will be displayed for 3 seconds. After three seconds, the oven will turn back to the former state;
(2) In pre-set state, press "CLOCK/PRE-SET" to inquire the time for delay start cooking. The pre-set time will be flashing in the LED for 2-3 seconds, then the oven will turn back to the clock display.
(3) In cooking state, press "CLOCK/PREF-SET" will be displayed for 2-3 seconds. Then the oven will turn back to the former state.

10. Lock-out Function for Children

Lock: In waiting state, press "STOP/GEAR", there will be a long "beep" denoting entering into the children-lock state and LED will display "

Lock quitting: In locked state, press "STOP/6LEARS, there will be a long "beep" denoting that the lock is released, and the unit will turn back to the waiting state.

11. Cooking End Reminding Function

When cooking ends, there will be 5 beeps which reminds the completion of cooking.

12. Display Specification

(1) In waiting state, LED will display clock and " : " will flash.
(2) In function setting state, LED will display the related setting.
(3) In the operation and suspending state, LED will display the residual cooking time.

Trouble shooting

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.
Glass turntable makes noise when microwave oven operates	(5) Dirty roller rest and oven bottom.	Refer to "Maintenance of Microwave" to clean dirty parts.

This Appliance has a 2 year replacement guarantee offered by BLACK & DECKER AUSTRALIA and BLACK & DECKER NEW ZEALAND Please refer to the enclosed guarantee card.