Melissa 253-022 Microwave Oven User Manual


 
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INTRODUCTION
To get the best out of your new appliance, please read this user guide carefully
beforeusingitforthersttime.Takeparticularnoteofthesafetyprecautions.We
also recommend that you keep the instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General
Incorrect use of this appliance may cause personal injury and damage.
Use for its intended purpose only, i.e. for the preparation of food. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any injury or damage resulting from incorrect
use or handling (see also Guarantee Terms).
For domestic use only. Not for outdoor or commercial use.
For connection to 230 V, 50 Hz only. The appliance must be earthed.
Always follow the instructions in the "Tips for food preparation" and "Using
utensils when preparing food" sections.
When using convection or grill functions, only use containers suitable for use in
an ordinary oven.
Do not switch on when empty. To able to absorb microwaves, there must be
something in the appliance (food) to avoid damage. If you would like to practice
using the various functions, place a cup of water inside the oven.
Do not use the appliance if the turntable ring and glass tray are not installed.
Never cook food directly on the glass turntable; always use a suitable container.
On the right-hand side of the oven compartment there is a mica plate (resembles
cardboard); this must not be removed.
Do not place the appliance or the cord near hot areas, for example gas rings and
electric hotplates.
Do not use the appliance in damp environments.
Do not use if the safety locking system is not functioning, which means that
the appliance could be switched on even if the door is not closed. If the door is
open, you risk being exposed to microwave radiation.
Never prop the door open.
Do not use the appliance if there are cleaning agent residues inside it.
Keep an eye on any children in the vicinity of the appliance when it is in use.
Children must not be allowed to use the appliance unless supervised by an
adult.
When using grill and convection functions, the appliance may get very hot.
Never insert anything into the ventilation slots or other openings.
Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug are damaged, if it is not functioning
properly, or if it has been damaged by a heavy impact or similar.
If the appliance or plug is damaged, it must be inspected and if necessary,
repaired by an authorised repair engineer, otherwise there is a risk of electric
shock. Never try to repair the appliance yourself. Please contact the store where
you bought the appliance for repairs under guarantee. Unauthorised repairs or
modicationstotheappliancewillinvalidatetheguarantee.
When the light bulb inside the appliance needs to be replaced, please contact
the store where you bought the appliance.
Fire hazard!
To reduce the risk of re occurring in the oven compartment, please note the
following points:
Do not cook food for too long or at too high a temperature, and do not leave
unattendedifpaper,plasticorotherammablematerialshavebeenusedwitha
view to reducing cooking times.
• Metalclipsandlids/lmcontainingmetallicthreadscancausesparksandmust
therefore be removed.
Never store recipe books or other objects in the appliance.
Never heat oil or fat in the appliance.
• Ifmaterialsintheappliancecatchre,leavethedoorclosed.Switchoff
immediately, and remove the plug from the wall socket.
KEY TO MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE APPLIANCE
1. Lock pins
2. Mica plate
3. Spindle
4. Turning ring
5. Glass turntable
6. Display
7. Control panel
a. "POWER" button
b. "Clock/Wei.Adj." button (clock/weight
setting)
c. “Micro + Convection” button
(microwave + convection)
d. "Grill/Combination" (grill/combination
cooking)
e. "Convection" button (hot air)
f. "Stop/Cancel" button
g. “Time/Menu” button (time/menu)
h. Opening button
A metal turntable plate is included.
PREPARING THE APPLIANCE
Each individual appliance is checked at the factory, but for safety’s sake, after
unpacking it, you should check carefully that it has not been damaged during
transport.
Check whether there is any visible damage (e.g. in the form of dents or similar),
if the door closes properly, and if the hinges are in order.
If the appliance appears to have been damaged, contact the shop where you
bought it, and do not use it until it has been checked by an authorised specialist.
Before use, check that you have removed all packaging inside and out.
Positioning the appliance
• Theappliancemuststandonaatsurfacecapableofbearingitsweight(approx
19kg).
• Theapplianceisnotsuitableforbuilt-intting.Theremustbeaclearanceofat
least10cmattherear,5cmatthesidesand20cmabovetoensuresufcient
ventilation.
Check that the vent holes in the cabinet are not covered. If they are covered
while the appliance is in use, there is a risk of overheating. Do not use before it
has cooled down.
Do not remove the rubber feet.
Connection
The appliance must be connected to a 230-volt AC current, 50 Hz.
o The guarantee is not valid if it is connected to the wrong voltage.
When power is connected, a beep is heard and the display (6) will show "1:01".
The clock symbol “CLOCK” is lit.
Setting the clock
1. Hold the "Clock/Wei.Adj." button (b) pressed down for 3 seconds.
o The display will show “24 H”, and you can change between 12 hour display
and 24 hour display by pressing the button.
2. Turn the "Time/Menu" (g) button to set hours and press "Clock/Wei.Adj".
3. Turn the "Time/Menu" (g) button to set minutes and press "Clock/Wei.Adj".
4. Thetwodotsbetweenthegureswillstarttoash,whichmeanstheclockis
functioning.
Inserting the glass turntable
Before use, ensure the glass turntable (5) is correctly seated on its spindle (3) and
turningring(4).Thethreedowelsontheundersideoftheglassturntableshouldtin
between the three dowels on the spindle. The three rollers on the turning ring should
run in the circular track on the underside of the glass turntable.
Before using for the rst time
A small amount of smoke and smell may be emitted when the appliance is used for
thersttime.Thisisduetooilresiduefrommanufactureandisneitherabnormal
nor dangerous. Smells can be eliminated by starting the grill program and letting it
run for a few minutes. Smells and smoke should disappear as a result. Repeat the
procedure if this is not the case.
OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
Basic operation
Press open button (h) to open the oven door.
Place the food to be cooked in the appliance and close the door.
Select cooking function as described below and start the appliance.
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