25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND COOKING GUIDE EM-Z2100GS Microwave Oven Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven. If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many years of good service. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 2 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY (a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat 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) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) DOOR (bent) (2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened) (3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACES (d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. SPECIFICATIONS Model: Power Source: Power Consumption: Microwave Maximum Output: Grill Power Consumption: Oven Capacity: Turntable Diameter: Outside Dimensions: (w x h x d) Weight: Approx. EM-Z2100GS AC 120 V, 60 Hz 1350W 900W 1000W 0.8 cu. ft. 113/16" 20" x 131/4" x 1611/16" 38 lbs. Specifications subject to change without notice. WARNING:Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 2 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SAFETY Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven.............................................4 Important Safety Instructions......................................................5 Grounding Instructions ................................................................6 Utensils.......................................................................................6-7 SETTING UP YOUR OVEN Names of Oven Parts and Accessories.......................................8 Turntable Installation....................................................................8 Installation.....................................................................................9 OPERATION Control Panel and Features .......................................................10 Setting Clock ...............................................................................11 Child Lock-Out.............................................................................11 Microwave Time Cooking ..........................................................12 Microwave Multistage Cooking.................................................13 Auto Menu Cooking ..............................................................14-17 Defrost .........................................................................................18 Defrosting Chart..........................................................................19 Grill ..............................................................................................19 Combination Cooking (Grill & Microwave) ..............................20 COOKING GUIDE Cooking Principles and Techniques ..........................................21 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting..........................................................................22 Questions and Answers .............................................................23 Cleaning.......................................................................................23 Warranty ......................................................................................24 ESPAÑOL OPERACION ................................................................................25 GARANTÍA...................................................................................39 SET UP OPERATION COOKING GUIDE MAINTENANCE ESPAÑOL 3 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 4 SAFETY PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN · The oven must be level. · The turntable and turntable roller rest must be in the oven during cooking. · Place the cookware gently on the turntable and handle it carefully to avoid possible breakage. · Incorrect use of browning dish may cause the turntable to break. · Use only the specified bag size when using Auto Menu Popcorn. · The oven has several built-in safety switches to ensure that the power remains off when the door is open. Do not tamper with these switches. · Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Operating the oven with no food or food that is extremely low in moisture can cause fire, charring or sparking. · Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable. Excessive local heating of the turntable may cause it to break. · Do not remove feet from the bottom of the oven. · Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in the microwave oven. Uneven heating may occur and could cause physical injury. · Do not heat narrow-necked containers, such as syrup bottles. · Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven. · Do not do home canning in this microwave oven as it is impossible to be sure all contents of the jar have reached boiling temperature. · Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purposes. This microwave oven is made for household use only. · Liquids, such as beverages, that are heated in a microwave oven can overheat beyond their boiling point without any evidence of bubbling. This could result in hot liquids suddenly boiling over or erupting. To prevent this occurrence, the following steps should be taken: (a) Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks. (b) Do not overheat. (c) Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time. (d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container. · The oven cavity, door, turntable, Grill Rack and cookware become very hot when using grill or combination cooking. To prevent burns, use thick oven mitts when removing food, grill rack or cookware from oven. 4 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: SAFETY WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" found on page 2. 3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 6. 4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - may explode and should not be heated in this oven. 6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. 7. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children. 8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. 9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. 10. Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance. 11. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use the product near water - for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Do not use outdoors. 12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. 15. When cleaning surface of door and oven that come together when closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: (a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking. (b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven. (c) If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. (d) Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use. 17. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce the risk of injury to persons: (a) Do not overheat the liquid. (b) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it. (c) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. (d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container. (e) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 6 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Electric Shock Hazard · Touching some of the internal components can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance. WARNING Electric Shock Hazard · Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded. Three-pronged (grounding) plug Properly polarized and grounded outlet 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 serviceperson 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 that has a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. · A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. · Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. · If a long cord 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, and 3) The longer cord 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 TEST FOR MICROWAVE ONLY CAUTION Personal Injury Hazard · Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches pierced before cooking. See following page for further instructions "Cooking Utensils Guide and Materials to be avoided in microwave oven at all times." Utensil Test: 1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250 mL) along with the utensil in question. 2. Cook on maximum power (100%) for 1 minute. 3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking. Do not exceed 1 minute testing time. CAUTION: 1. Do not use plastic containers for testing. 2. Some containers and dishware may be warm (or hot) in only one area. Do not use a container that becomes warm anywhere. 6 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 7 COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE COOKWARE MICROWAVE COOKING GRILL Yes Heat-resistant glassware only. Yes COMBINATION COOKING Yes Heat-resistant glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. No SAFETY Yes Heat-resistant glassware only. Glassware Make sure there is no metallic trim. No May be used for shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to Aluminum Foil cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent and Foil overcooking. Arcing can Containers occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls. Yes Heat-resistant only. Dinnerwar ...