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Code No.: DE68-02321A

MICROWAVE OVEN

Owner’s Instructions and Cooking Guide

C100 / C100B / C100T /
C100F
C101 / C101B / C101T /
C101F

Quick Look-up Guide..............................................................................2
Oven .......................................................................................................2
Control Panel .........................................................................................3
Accessories ............................................................................................3
Using this Instruction Booklet .................................................................4
Safety Precautions .................................................................................5
Installing Your Microwave Oven.............................................................6
Setting the Time .....................................................................................7
How a Microwave Oven Works ..............................................................7
Checking that Your Oven is Operating Correctly ...................................8
What to Do if You are in Doubt or Have a Problem ...............................8
Cooking/Reheating.................................................................................9
Power Levels and Time Variations.........................................................9
Stopping the Cooking ...........................................................................10
Adjusting the Cooking Time .................................................................10
Using the Auto Reheat & Cook Feature...............................................11
Using a Crusting Plate..........................................................................13
Using the Auto Defrost Feature............................................................14
Setting a Standing Time .......................................................................15
Multistage Cooking...............................................................................15
Choosing the Accessories....................................................................16
Preheating the Oven ............................................................................16
Cooking by Convection ........................................................................17
Grilling ..................................................................................................17
Choosing the Heating Element Position...............................................18
Spit-Roasting........................................................................................18
Using The Vertical Multi-Spit ................................................................19
Combining Microwaves and the Grill....................................................19
Combining Microwaves and Convection ..............................................20
Using the Memory Cook Feature .........................................................21
Safety-locking Your Microwave Oven ..................................................21
Switching the Beeper Off......................................................................21
Cookware Guide...................................................................................22
Cooking Guide......................................................................................23
Cleaning Your Microwave Oven...........................................................33
Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven ......................................33
Technical Specifications.......................................................................34

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Summary of Contents for C100

Page 1: ...king Time 10 Using the Auto Reheat Cook Feature 11 Using a Crusting Plate 13 Using the Auto Defrost Feature 14 Setting a Standing Time 15 Multistage Cooking 15 Choosing the Accessories 16 Preheating the Oven 16 Cooking by Convection 17 Grilling 17 Choosing the Heating Element Position 18 Spit Roasting 18 Using The Vertical Multi Spit 19 Combining Microwaves and the Grill 19 Combining Microwaves an...

Page 2: ...will beep and flash 0 four times The oven will then beep one time per minute 1 Place the frozen food in the oven Select the food category by pressing the AUTO DEFROST button one or more times 2 Select the weight by turning the dial knob as required 3 Press Start 1min button 1 Leave the food in the oven Press Start 1min button one or more times for each extra minute that you wish to add VENTILATION...

Page 3: ... 3 turntable to be placed on the roller ring with the centre fitting on to the coupler Purpose The turntable serves as the main cooking surface it can be easily removed for cleaning 4 Metal racks High rack Low rack to be placed on the turntable Purpose The metal racks can be used to cook two dishes at the same time A small dish may be placed on the turntable and a second dish on the rack The metal...

Page 4: ...l exposure to microwave energy a Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the oven with the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks door latches or to insert anything into the safety interlock holes b Do not place any object between the oven door and front face or allow food or cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces Ensure that the door and door sealing su...

Page 5: ...to dry newspapers If smoke is observed keep the oven door closed and switch off or disconnect the oven from the power supply 9 Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods ALWAYS allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off to allow the temperature to equalize Stir during heating if necessary and ALWAYS stir after heating To prevent eruptive boiling...

Page 6: ...lug the cable into a 3 pin earthed socket If the power cable of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by a special cable references I SHENG SP022 KDK KKP 4819 D SAMIL SP 106B MOONSUNG EP 48E or EUROELECTRIC 3410 Contact your local dealer to have it replaced The power cable of S AFRICA U A E is EUROELECTRIC 3183Y ISRAEL is PENCON ZD16A and NIGERIA GHANA and KENYA is PENCON UD 13A1 DO NOT in...

Page 7: ...respected to ensure Even cooking of the food right to the centre The same temperature throughout the food 1 To display the time in Then press the Clock the button 24 hour notation Once 12 hour notation Twice 2 Turn the dial knob to set the hour 3 Press the Clock button 4 Turn the dial knob to set the minute 5 When the right time is displayed press the Clock button to start the clock Result The tim...

Page 8: ...rcooked or undercooked Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food Was an appropriate power level chosen Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven arcing Have you used a dish with metal trimmings Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven Is aluminium foil too close to the inside walls The oven causes interference with radios or televisions Slight interference ma...

Page 9: ...age cooking microwave mode 2 Select the appropriate power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button again until the corresponding output power is displayed Refer to the power level table below for further details 3 Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob Example For a cooking time of 3 minutes 30 seconds turn the dial knob to the right to set 3 30 Result The cooking time is displayed 4 Press ...

Page 10: ... cooking time To stop the cooking Then Temporarily Open the door Result Cooking stops To resume cooking close the door again and press the Start 1min button Completely Press the Stop button Result Cooking stops If you wish to cancel the cooking settings press the Stop button again 1 To increase the cooking time of your food press the Start 1min button once for each minute that you wish to add Exam...

Page 11: ... or decrease the cooking time if necessary by pressing the More Less buttons respectively 4 Press the Start 1min button Result The food is cooked according to the pre programmed setting selected When cooking has finished the oven will beep and flash 0 four times The oven will then beep one time per minute Code Food Serving Size Standing Time Recommendations A 1 Plated Meal chilled 300 350 g 400 45...

Page 12: ... 650 g 700 750 g 3 min Weigh the potatoes after peeling washing and cutting into a similar size Put them into a glass bowl with lid Add 45 ml 3 tablespoons water when cooking 300 450g add 60ml 4 tablespoons for cooking 500 750 g A 8 Roast Fish 200 300 g 1 pc 400 500 g 1 2 pcs 600 700 g 2 pcs 800 900 g 2 3 pcs 3 min Brush skin of whole fish with oil and add herbs and spices Put fish side by side he...

Page 13: ... crusting plate as described above Use oven gloves at all times as the crusting plate will become very hot 2 Brush the plate with oil if you are cooking food such as bacon and eggs in order to brown the food nicely 3 Place the food on the crusting plate Do not place any recipients on the crusting plate that are not heat resistant plastic bowls for example 4 Place the crusting plate on the turntabl...

Page 14: ...you to turn the food over 5 Press the Start 1min again to finish defrosting Result When cooking has finished the oven will beep and flash 0 four times The oven will then beep one time per minute Code Food Serving Size Standing Time Recommendations 1 Meat 200 2000g 20 60 min Shield the edges with aluminium foil Turn the meat over when the oven beeps This programme is suitable for beef lamb pork ste...

Page 15: ...ton Result The follwing indication isdisplayed Hold Delay mode 2 Select the standing time by turning the dial knob 3 Press Start 1min button Result The oven beeps when the standing time is over 1 Press the Auto Defrost button and set the weight by turning the dial knob the appropriate number of times 1 8 kg in the example 2 Press the Hold Delay button and set the standing time by turning the dial ...

Page 16: ...ss PREHEAT button Traditional convection cooking does not require any special cookware You should however use only cookware that you would use in your normal oven Microwave safe recipients are not usually suitable for convection cooking don t use plastic containers dishes paper cups towels etc If you wish to select a combined cooking mode microwave and grill or convection use only recipients that ...

Page 17: ...ery hot You can get better cooking and grilling if you use the high rack Check that the heating element is in the horizontal position and that the appropriate rack is in position 1 Press the OVEN C button Result The following indications are displayed convection mode 250 C temperature 2 Press the OVEN C button one or more times to set the temperature 3 Set the cooking time by turning the dial knob...

Page 18: ...en Vertical position spit roasting only C100B C100F C101B C101F Pull down on the heating element Push it towards the back of the oven until it is parallel with the back wall Horizontal position convection cooking and grilling Pull the heating element towards you Push it upwards until it is parallel with the roof of the oven 1 Make sure that the heating element is in the horizontal position 2 Push ...

Page 19: ...n the dishwasher Therefore clean it with warm water and washing up liquid by hand Remove the vertical multi spit from the oven after use Combining Microwaves and the Grill You can also combine microwave cooking with the grill to cook quickly and brown at the same time ALWAYS use microwave safe and oven proof cookware Glass or ceramic dishes are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the f...

Page 20: ...ing element must be in the horizontal position If you would like to know the current temperature of the oven cavity press the OVEN C button 1 Press the MW OVEN button Result The following indications are displayed microwave convection combi mode 250 C temperature 2 Press the MW OVEN button one or more times to set the required temperature 3 Select the appropriate power level by pressing the POWER ...

Page 21: ...e as usual MW Grill CombiI Convection MW Convection 3 Press the Start 1min button Result Your settings are now stored in the oven s memory 1 Press MEMORY button 2 Press the Start 1min button Result The food is cooked as requested 1 Press the Clock and More Less buttons at the same time about three seconds Result The oven is locked The follow indication is display L 2 To unlock the oven press the C...

Page 22: ...ene cups containers Paper bags or newspaper Recycled paper or metal trims Can be used to warm food Overheating may cause the polystyrene to melt May catch fire May cause arcing Glassware Oven to table ware Fine glassware Glass jars Can be used unless decorated with a metal trim Can be used to warm foods or liquids Delicate glass may break or crack if heated suddenly Must remove the lid Suitable fo...

Page 23: ...table glass pyrex bowl with lid Cook covered for the minimum time see table Continue cooking to get the result you prefer Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking Add salt herbs or butter after cooking Cover during standing time Cooking Guide for rice and pasta Rice Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid rice doubles in volume during cooking Cook covered After the cooking time is over stir ...

Page 24: ... is preferable to underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time if necessary Heating and standing times When reheating food for the first time it is helpful to make a note of the time taken for future reference Always make sure that the reheated food is piping hot throughout Allow food to stand for a short time after reheating to let the temperature even out The recommended standing time a...

Page 25: ...in 20sec 2 3 Stir or shake well and pour into a sterilised glass bottle Place into the centre of turntable Cook uncovered Shake well and stand for at least 2 minutes Before serving shake well and check the temperature carefully Food Portion Power Time min Standing Time min Instructions Drinks coffee tea and water 150ml 1 cup 300ml 2 cups 450ml 3 cups 600ml 4 cups 900W 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 1 2 Pour into...

Page 26: ...eezing and defrosting food For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about 18 to 20 C use the following table as a guide All frozen food should be defrosted using defrosting power level 180 W Food Portion Time min Standing Time min Instructions Meat Minced beef Pork steaks 200g 400g 250g 6 7 10 12 7 8 15 30 Place the meat on a flat ceramic plate Shield thinner edges with aluminium foil T...

Page 27: ...g e g baked pasta as well as foods which require a short cooking time to brown the top of the food Also this mode can be used for thick food portions that benefit from a browned and crispy top e g chicken pieces turning them over half way through cooking Please refer to the grill table for further details IMPORTANT REMARK Whenever the combination mode microwave grill is used make sure that the gri...

Page 28: ...ill Gratin Potatoes vegetables chilled 450 g 600W Grill 6 7 Put the fresh gratin into a small round glass pyrex dish Put the dish on the high rack After cooking stand for 2 3 minutes Baked Apples 2 apples ca 400g 4 apples ca 800g 300W Grill 6 7 11 13 Core the apples and fill them with raisins and jam Put some almond slices on top Put apples on a flat glass pyrex dish Place the dish directly on the...

Page 29: ...e described under MW Grill Food suitable for microwave convection cooking All kinds of meats and poultry as well as casseroles and gratin dishes sponge cakes and light fruit cakes pies and crumbles roast vegetables scones and breads Convection Guide for fresh food like Pie Quiche Pizza and Meat Preheat the convection with the preheating function to the desired temperature Use the power levels and ...

Page 30: ... out Stand 2 3 minutes BAGUETTES Baguette pre baked 200 g 1pc 180 W 220 C 6 7 Put baguette on the high rack Use oven gloves while taking out Stand 2 3 minutes Garlic Bread chilled pre baked 200 g 1pc 180 W 220 C 7 8 Put the chilled baguette on baking paper on the high rack After baking stand for 2 3 minutes CAKE Marble Cake batter cake 500g 180 W 220 C without preheating 18 20 Put the fresh dough ...

Page 31: ...W 200 C 6 7 Put the frozen baguette on baking paper on the low rack After baking stand for 2 3 minutes Baguettes topping e g tomatoes cheese ham etc 250 g 2pcs 450 W 220 C 6 7 Put frozen baguettes side by side on the low rack After baking stand for 2 3 minutes Whole German Bread pre baked 500 g 180 W 160 C without preheating 15 17 Put the whole bread on the low rack After baking stand for 5 minute...

Page 32: ... Stand on lid for 5 minutes COOKING PUDDING Mix pudding powder with sugar and milk 500 ml by following the manufacturers instructions and stir well Use a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid Cook covered for 6 to 7 minutes using 900 W Stir several times well during cooking BROWNING ALMOND SLICES Spread 30 g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate Stir several times during brownin...

Page 33: ...vents NEVER use any abrasive products or chemical solvents Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles Accumulate Prevent the door from closing correctly Storing and Repairing Your Microwave Oven A few simple precautions should be taken when storing or having your microwave oven serviced The oven must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged Broken hinge ...

Page 34: ... 50 Hz AC Power consumption Maximum power Microwave Grill heating element Convection heating element 3100 W 1400 W 1300 W 1700 W Output power 100 W 900 W 6 levels IEC 705 Operating frequency 2450 MHz Dimensions W x D x H Outside Oven cavity 517 x 511 x 310 mm 336 x 346 x 222 mm Volume 1 0 Cubic feet Weight Shipping Net 24 5 kg approx 22 5 kg approx C100_C101_GB fm Page 34 Wednesday February 20 200...

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