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Q.
What is wrong when the oven light will not glow?
A. *
Light bulb has blown.
* Door not closed.
Q. Why is steam coming out of the air exhaust vent and / or why is water dripping from the
bottom of the door?
A.
Steam is normally produced during cooking operations. This microwave oven has been
made to vent this steam out of the side and top vents, occasionally this steam condenses
on the door and water then drips out at the bottom of the door. This is quite normal and
safe.
Q.
Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?
A.
No. The metal screen reflects the energy to the oven cavity. the holes, or ports are made
to allow light to pass, they do not let microwave energy through.
Q.
Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates while empty?
A.
Yes. Never run it empty.
Q.
Why do eggs sometimes pop?
A.
When baking or poaching eggs, the yolk may pop due to steam build-up inside the yolk
membrane. To prevent this, simply pierce the yolk with a toothpick before cooking.
Never cook eggs without piercing their shells.
Q.
Why is standing time recommended after the cooking operation has been completed?
A.
Standing time is very important.
With microwave cooking, the heat is in the food, not in the oven. Many foods build up
enough internal heat to allow the cooking process to continue, even after the food is
removed from the oven. Standing time for joints of meat, large vegetables and cakes is
to allow the inside to cook completely, without overcooking the outside.
Q.
Why does my oven not always cook as fast as the microwave cooking guide says?
A.
Check your cooking guide again, to make sure you've followed directions exactly and
to see what might cause variations in cooking times. Cooking guide times and heat
settings are suggestions, to help prevent over cooking the most common problem in
getting used to a microwave oven. Variations in the size, shape and weights and
dimensions could require longer cooking time. Use your own judgement along with the
cooking guide suggestions to check whether the food has been properly cooked just as
you would do with a conventional cooker.
Q.
Why do sparks and crackling (arcing) occur in the oven?
A.
There may be several reasons why sparks and crackling (arcing) within the cavity happens.
* You have left a fork or other metal utensils in the oven.
* You are using dishes with metal parts or trim (silver or gold).
* You are using a large amount of metal foil.
* You are using a metal twist tie.
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