Model Number:
RHBM2001
Compact Built in Digital Microwave
User Guide
PLEASE RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461
Or visit us at http://mda.russellhobbs.com
Page(s)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
10-11
PRODUCT INFORMATION
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UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
15-22
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
23-24
CONTROL PANEL
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HOW TO USE THE MICROWAVE
26-33
COOKING TIPS
34
CLEANING THE MICROWAVE
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PROBLEM SOLVING
36-39
GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES
40
SPARE PARTS
41
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
42-43
DISPOSAL
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CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
• This appliance is intended to be used in the household
and general domestic applications. It is not intended to
be used in industrial or commercial applications.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without supervised.
• If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not
be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person.
• 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.
• Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode.
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WARNING:
• A minimum clearance of 20cm is required between the
oven and the side walls and 0cm between the oven and
the back wall. Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm
above the oven.
• Use only cookware and utensils that are approved for
use in a microwave oven.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
• This microwave is intended for heating food and
beverages only. The drying of food or clothing and
heating of warming pads, wheat bags, slippers, sponges,
damp cloth and similar is extremely dangerous and may
lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
• If materials inside the oven smoke or catch fire, keep the
oven door closed to stifle the flames, turn the oven off
at the wall switch, or shut the power off at the fuse or
circuit-breaker panel. If smoke is emitted , switch off or
unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order
to stifle any flames.
• Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.
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WARNING:
• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall
be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked
before consumption, in order to avoid burns. Do not
heat baby bottles with the teat left on. Remove it if
replacing the bottle back into the oven.
• Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not
be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode,
even after microwave heating has ended.
• The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food
deposits removed.
• Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition,
especially if liquid is left under the turntable, could lead
to deterioration of the surface that will adversely affect
the life of the appliance that may result in a
hazardous condition.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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WARNING:
• To avoid fire, electric shock, or injury, never immerse the
microwave, cord, or plug in water or liquid.
• Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer. Only use thermometers approved for use
in microwaves.
• The appliance and its accessible parts may become hot
during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements.
• Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while you
are using it.
• Do not use the microwave when it is empty. This could
damage the oven.
• Do not use metal pans, dishes with metal handles or
anything with a metal trim inside the microwave. Do not
use paper covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags.
• Never put objects into the openings on the outer case.
• Food containing a mixture of fat and water (for example,
stock) should stand for 30 to 60 seconds in the oven
after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture
to settle and to prevent it from bubbling when a spoon is
placed in it, or a stock cube is added.
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WARNING:
• When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember
that there are certain foods (such as, jam, Christmas
pudding, and mincemeat) which heat up very quickly.
• Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such
as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers, sausages,
ready meals and so on without piercing them several
times with a fork.
• Do not try to deep-fry foods in this microwave oven.
• Do not overcook food.
• Please remember that as food or liquids heat up,
they will release steam or may be spitting. Never cover
any container fully, always leave a gap for steam to
escape.
• Do not use plastic containers when heating or cooking
foods that contain a lot of fat or sugar.
• Always have the glass tray and turntable support in
place when using the microwave oven.
• Do not cook food directly on the glass tray. Put food on
a suitable plate or in a bowl before putting it in the oven.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
• When using the grill rack and baking tray, be aware that
these will become HOT during cooking as they aren’t
heatproof. Please use suitable oven gloves when
removing these.
• Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a
material which will absorb microwave energy. This may
cause the dishes to crack or burn, and will slow down
the cooking speed.
• Do not use the microwave oven for heating utensils,
plates or dishes.
• Do not cook using a container with a restricted
opening, such as bottles, as they may explode.
• Before you clean your microwave oven, turn it off and
unplug it.
• Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food or
liquids stick to the oven walls, wipe with a damp
cloth. We recommend that you do not use harsh
detergent or abrasives.
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WARNING:
• On the right hand wall of the cavity is the wave
guide cover, microwaves are passed through this to
enable your food to cook. It is important that this
wave guide cover is kept clean at all times. To do
this wipe with mild detergent and water, then dry.
• You should clean the outside of the oven with a
damp cloth. Do not allow water to seep into the
ventilation openings.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
• If steam builds up inside or around the outside of the
oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may happen
when the microwave oven is used in humid conditions.
• Regularly remove the glass turntable to clean it, wash
it in warm soapy wateror a dishwasher. Regularly
clean the turntable support and oven floor. Simply
wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild
detergent and water, then dry. You can wash the
turntable support in mild soapy water.
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
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Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs microwave
oven.
The Russell Hobbs RHBM2001 microwave has a sleek and
stylish contemporary design, boasting an attractive mirror
finish door. As well as an appealing look, this appliance also
boasts impressive functionality, with 800 watts of
microwave power providing quick and convenient cooking
in your home.
The RHBM2001 comfortably fits a standard size of dinner
plate – up to 10.5” diameter. It comes with a removable
and dishwasher safe glass turn-table for easy cleaning.
Pre-programmed auto cook menus, such as reheat, fish,
and popcorn, allow you to cook all your favourite foods at
the push of a button. What’s more, there’s automatic
defrost settings meaning all you have to do is input the
weight of the food, and the microwave selects the ideal
defrost time, saving you time and effort. 5 microwave
power levels enable tailoring of your cooking experience.
Additional features include a handy digital clock and timer
function, and for added peace of mind, the RHBM2001
features a child safety lock option.
ABOUT YOUR MICROWAVE
How do microwaves work?
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves
similar to radio waves. While radio waves may vary in length
from one metre to many kilometres, microwaves are very
short (less than 12.5 centimetres.)
Microwaves do not make any heat themselves but cause
water molecules in food to vibrate.
This vibration produces heat that cooks the food. This is why
your food will come out of the microwave piping hot, when
your utensils inside the oven stay much cooler. The
microwaves do not stay in the air or in the food when you
open the microwave oven door.
The microwave oven will work using an ordinary
household electrical socket. Inside the microwave oven is
the magnetron, which turns the electrical energy into
microwaves.
Microwaves cannot travel through metal, so the inside of
the oven is lined with metal. The door is lined with a fine
metal mesh which stops microwaves getting through. This
means that when the microwave oven door is shut, there
is no possibility that microwaves can be released.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Rated Voltage 230 V~/50Hz
Rated Output Power (Microwave) 800W
Oven Capacity 20L*
*Internal volume is calculated by measuring maximum width,
depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is less.
Produced for
G2S Ltd
Wigan
WN2 4AY
Before you use your microwave oven
1. Remove all the packaging. Do not remove the small piece of card
from the right hand side of the cavity wall. This is called a wave-
guide cover and allows the microwaves to pass through to cook the
food.
Please ensure you keep this cover clean at all times by wiping with
a damp cloth. Do not remove/place in a dishwasher.
2. Check the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as:
● A misaligned door
● Damage to the door
● Dents or holes in the door window and screen
● Dents in the inside
If you can see any damage do not use the oven, please contact
Customer Service at http://mda.russellhobbs.com or call 0345
209 7461.
This microwave oven weighs approximately 14.5Kg so you must put
it on a horizontal surface that is strong enough to support this
weight.
The oven must be placed away from high temperatures and steam.
Do not put anything on the top of the microwave oven.
UNPACKING THE MICROWAVE
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. Safety interlock latches
2. Door assembly and window
3. Glass turntable
4. Oven cavity
5. Microwave top
6. Wave guide cover (do not
remove)
7. Screen display
8. Control panel
9. Turntable coupling
10. Turntable ring
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
• Place the oven as far away from radios and televisions as
possible. Using the oven may cause interference with the
reception.
• Plug the oven into a suitable 13 amp mains socket, make
sure the voltage is the same as on the rating label (do not use
extension cables or mains socket adaptors.)
• The built-in cabinet should not have a rear wall behind the
appliance. Minimum installation height is 85cm.
• Measure the opening for the microwave and remove all loose
items, like the turntable, from the microwave
• Do not cover ventilation slots and air intake points.
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Important note:
This appliance must be correctly installed by a suitably qualified
person, strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Important note:
The manufacturer declines any responsibility for injury or damage,
to a person or property, as a result of improper use of installation
of this appliance.
Important note:
Heat, steam and moisture will be created during use of the
appliance, take care to avoid injury and ensure that the room is
adequately ventilated. If the appliance is going to be used for a
prolonged period of time, then additional ventilation may be
required.
Important note:
Please consult with a qualified installer if you are in any doubt
about the ventilation that you will require.
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Do not obstruct
the ventilation
from the microwave
Important note:
This appliance must be correctly installed by a suitably qualified
person, strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Product dimensions (including frame kit)
Height: 382mm
Width: 595mm
Depth: 343mm
Aperture dimensions
Height: 362mm
Width: 560mm
Depth: 340mm
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Aperture and ventilation requirements
• The diagram below shows the aperture and ventilation
requirements that you require to build the appliance into a
housing unit.
• Ensure that the rear panel of the furniture housing unit has
been removed.
• This oven may be installed without any additional ventilation
cut outs being made in the housing unit. However, the
ventilation cut shown in the diagram MUST be present,
otherwise the microwave oven may not function correctly.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots or air intake points.
All measurements are in millimetres (mm)
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Built in under requirements
Important: No other methods of building under the microwave
are sanctioned by the manufacturer
• The rear wall of the housing unit MUST be removed to allow
there to be the correct amount of ventilation
• The ventilation gaps below the support shelf and below the
worktop must be adhered to.
• An induction hob MUST NOT be fitted above the microwave.
• It is not necessary to have a storage drawer fitted underneath
the microwave: this is shown purely as an example in the
drawing above.
Warning: the microwave will get hot during operation: care
should be taken not to accidentally come into contact with the
outer surface.
All measurements are in millimetres (mm)
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MICROWAVE OVEN INSTALLATION
Installation components
Step 1
Fit ADJUSTMENT SCREW A in to the adjustment screw hole on
top of the microwave/UPPER AIR TUNNEL of the oven.
ADJUSTMENT SCREW A should not be fully tightened at this
stage.
UPPER AIR TUNNEL
TRIM KIT
ADJUSTMENT SCREW A
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Step 2
Place the microwave into the housing unit
Important: Do not push the microwave fully into the housing
unit, as you still need to be able to access ADJUSTMENT SCREW
A at this stage.
Adjust the height of ADJUSTMENT SCREW A to keep a 1mm gap
between ADJUSTMENT SCREW A and the underneath of the top
surface of the housing unit.
Push the microwave fully into the housing unit
Important: do not trap or kink the power cord and make sure
that the oven is installed in the centre of the cabinet.
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Step 3
Open the door and fit the oven to the housing unit with
SCREW B at the INSTALLATION HOLE of TRIM KIT.
SCREW B
INSTALLATION HOLE
Step 4
Fit the TRIM-KIT PLASTIC COVER over the INSTALLATION HOLE.
INSTALLATION HOLETRIM –KIT PLASTIC COVER
STEP 1) The turntable coupling should slot into the centre of microwave
STEP 2) T he turntable ring slots into the indents in the microwave base
STEP 3) The glass tray should align with the turntable coupling
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TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
• Before first use, check that any securing tape and all packaging
has been removed from the glass tray and turntable ring
assembly.
• These parts must never be restricted from rotating.
• Never place the glass tray upside down.
• To assemble the turntable, follow the steps below in number
order.
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TURNTABLE INSTALLATION
The glass tray, turntable ring, and turntable coupling assembly
must always be used during cooking (as shown below).
• Do not place the food directly onto the glass tray, always place
on or in suitable microwaveable cookware.
Please check that crockery is microwave safe before using.
• If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly has been
damaged in any way, contact Customer Service team on 0345
209 7461.
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CONTROL PANEL
SCREEN DISPLAY
Cooking time, power, action
indicators, and clock time are
displayed.
WEIGHT DEFROST Press this button to
select weight for defrosting.
CLOCK/PRE-SET Press this button to set
the clock and use the preset function.
TIME DEFROST Press this button to select
time for defrosting.
START/+1MIN Press this button to start
the cooking process or add 1 minute to
the cooking time
POWER Press to select the power level
for microwave cooking.
STOP/CLEAR Press to stop the cooking
process.
AUTO MENU Press this button to input
an auto menu
TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT Rotate to select
the cooking time, power and weight for
programs.
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Setting the clock (24 hour)
For example, if you want to set the time to 08:30 (am:)
1. Press the ‘CLOCK/PRE-SET’ button once to choose hours or minutes for
alteration. The hour figures will flash.
2. Turn the ‘TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT’ dial to ‘8:00’. The input time should be
within 0 - 23(this is a 24-hour clock).
3. Press the ‘CLOCK/PRE-SET’ button again and the minute figures will flash.
4. Turn the ‘TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT’ dial to ‘8:30’. The input time should be
within 0 - 59 (60-minutes).
5. Press the ‘CLOCK/PRE-SET’ button to finish the clock setting procedure.
The ‘:’ will then flash.
Note:
If the clock is not set, the clock will not function when powered.
During the process of clock setting, if you press ‘STOP/CLEAR’ button, the
oven will go back to the previous status.
Microwave cooking
Once you have correctly installed the unit, turned on the power and set the
clock, you are ready to start cooking.
Your microwave has 5 power levels, the lowest at 10%, then 30%, 50%,
80%, up to 100% (or full power.)
Most recipes are cooked on full power – this should be indicated on the
packaging of microwavable food.
1. To select a power level, press the ‘POWER’ button.
• When pressed once the screen display will show ‘P100’ (100%
power)
• When press pressed once and turn the dial, the screen display
will show ‘P80’ (80% power)
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• When pressed once and turn the dial, the screen display will show
‘P50’ (50% power)
• When pressed once and turn the dial, the screen display will show
‘P30’ (30% power)
• When pressed once and turn the dial, the screen display will show
‘P10’ (10% power)
OR
Turn the 'TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT' dial to select the microwave power
‘P100’, ‘P80’, ’P50’, ‘P30’, ‘P10’ will display in order.
2. Press the ‘‘POWER’ button.
3. Once you have selected your microwave power you can turn the
'TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT' dial clockwise to set the cooking time desired.
4. Press the ‘Start’ button to commence cooking.
The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes. Do not operate the oven empty,
this can cause irreparable damage.
Quick start function
For quick and easy microwave cooking, you can press the ‘START/+1MIN’
button to automatically start 1 minute of cooking time. This can be pressed
multiple times for cooking up to 95 minutes on full power.
Note: This function does not work for defrost, auto menu or multi-stage
cooking.
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Defrost function
Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking
process. The microwave generally penetrates 4cm into most foods.
For even defrosting results, ensure you turn the food over during the
cycle.
Defrosting generally takes longer than the cooking time of food.
Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible, do not put
it back in the fridge or freeze again.
There are 2 defrosting methods:
Defrosting by Weight
1. Press the " WEIGHT DEFROST " button once, the oven will display
"dEF1“.
2. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to select the weight of
the food in grams. The weight should be set between 100-2000g.
3. Press " START/+1MIN " button to start defrosting.
Defrosting by Time
1. Press the “TIME DEFROST " button once, the oven will display
"dEF2“.
2. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to select the defrosting
time, the maximum time is 95 minutes.
3. Press the "START/+1MIN " button to start defrosting.
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Multi-Stage Cooking
A maximum of three different stages. To set a maximum of three
different stages. For instance, to defrost an item and the follow it with
the cooking cycle.
Note: The buzzer will ring once after each stage and then the next stage
will proceed.
Note: The Auto menu cannot be set as one of the multi-stage cooking.
If one of the stages is for defrosting this should be programmed to come
on first .
Example: if you want to defrost 500g of food for 1 minute, cook it at
100% microwave power for 5 minutes, and then cook it at 80% microwave
for 3 minutes. The steps are as follows:
1. Press “WEIGHT DEFROST or TIME DEFROST“ button once, the screen
will display “dEF1” or “dEF2”
2. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to adjust the defrost weight to
500g or 1:00 minute;
3. Press the “POWER" button twice to select 100% microwave power;
4. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to adjust the cooking time to
five minutes;
5. Press the “POWER" button to confirm;
6. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to select 80% microwave
power;
7. Press “POWER" to confirm;
8. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to adjust the cooking time to
three minutes;
9. Press the "START/+1MIN“ button to start the cooking process.
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Pre-set time to start functions
Set the clock first. (Consult the instructions for setting the clock)
Input the cooking program. It’s possible to input a maximum of 3
cooking stages. Defrost function should be set as the first stage. The
auto menu can be set for a single stage only.
Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 7 minutes,
to start at a given time.
1. Press the “POWER" button once;
2. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to choose 80% microwave
power till "P80" is displayed;
3. Press “POWER" button to confirm;
4. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” ” dial to adjust the cooking time
to 7 minutes;
5. After the above steps, DO NOT press "START/+1MIN“ button, but do
as follows :
6. Press the "CLOCK/PRE-SET“ button, the current time displays and the
hour figures flash.
7. Turn “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to adjust the hours, the input
time should be within 0 -23. Press "CLOCK/PRE-SET“ button and the
minute figures will flash. Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to
adjust the minutes, the input time should be within 0 - 59. This sets the
start time.
8. Press "START/+1MIN“ to finish setting.
The ":" will illuminate, the buzzer will ring twice when the time to
start arrives, and then cooking will start automatically.
Note: The clock must be set first. Otherwise, the pre-set function will
not work.
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A-6
Potato
200
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Auto cooking function
As a digital microwave, the appliance features a default cooking menu,
automatically calculating the cooking time based on the type of food and
weight.
1) 1. Press the AUTO MENU button and "A-1" will display on the screen. Turn
the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial clockwise to access the other auto
selections, up to A-8.
2) Press the “AUTO MENU" button to select the chosen auto, A-1 to A-8.
3) Turn the “TIMER/POWER/WEIGHT” dial to choose the food weight, these
are pre-set and listed below.
4) Press the "START/+1MIN” button to start cooking. Please see the table
below for the various settings.
You will need to use your discretion regarding food type, temperature and
weight as times may vary - below is a guideline for each auto cooking setting:
Display
Auto
Menu Weight (g) on the Display Power
A
-1
Reheat
200 100%
400
600
A
-2
Vegetable
Add
water.
200 100%
300
400
A
-3
Fish
250 80%
350
450
A
-4
Meat
250 100%
350
450
A
-5
Pasta
50g (add 450ml water) 80%
100g (add 800ml water)
A
-6
Potato
200 100%
400
600
A
-7
Pizza
200 100%
400
A
-8
Soup
200 80%
400
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Checking Functions
1) During the cooking cycle, press the “POWER" button and the current
power will be displayed for 2-3 seconds.
2) In pre-set state, press the "CLOCK/PRE-SET “ button to check the time
when the cooking will start. The pre-set time will flash for 2-3 seconds,
then the oven will turn back to the clock display.
3) During the cooking cycle, press the "CLOCK/PRE-SET“ button to check the
current time. It will be displayed for 2-3 seconds.
Child lock function
The child lock function is ideal to stop children from altering cooking times if
unsupervised. No buttons will function in this mode.
To set the child lock when in standby, press and hold the ‘STOP/CLEAR’ button
for 3 seconds. A loud ‘beep’ will sound to indicate the lock is now functional.
A rectangle will illuminate on the display.
To cancel the child lock, again press and hold the ‘STOP/CLEAR’ button for 3
seconds. A loud ‘beep’ will sound to indicate the microwave is no longer
locked.
The current time will continue to display.
General information
• The ‘START/+1MIN’ button must be pressed again to continue cooking if
the door is opened during a cooking cycle.
• Once the cooking programme has been set, if the ‘START/+1MIN’ button
is not pressed within 5 minutes the current time will display and the
setting will be cancelled.
• The buttons will ‘beep’ if they are pressed correctly, if not pressed
correctly they will not ‘beep’.
• The buzzer will sound five times to remind you when cooking is finished.
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Utensil information
• Do not use metal pans or dishes with metal handles.
• Do not use anything with a metal trim.
• Do not use paper-covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags.
• Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will
absorb microwave energy. This may cause the dishes to crack or burn,
and will slow down the cooking speed.
• Use only cookware that is approved to be used in a microwave oven.
• Do not cook using a container with a restricted opening, such as
bottles, as they may explode.
• Do not heat baby bottles with the teat left on. Remove it if replacing
the bottle back into the oven.
• Only use thermometers that are approved for microwave ovens.
• Do not use the microwave oven for heating utensils.
Defrosting tips
Microwaves penetrate around 4cm into most food. To maximize defrosting
effectiveness follow the below guidelines:
1. For thick foods, turn regularly during operation in order to defrost evenly.
2. If food weighs over 500g, it is advised to turn at least 2 times.
3. Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible, it is not
advisable to put back into the fridge or freeze again.
Cooking tips - The following may affect cooking results:
Food arrangement
If possible, thicker bits of food should be placed around the outside of the
dish and the thinner parts toward the centre, spread out as evenly as
possible. Do not overlap food if possible as this could result in uneven
cooking results.
Cooking time
If you are unsure of cooking times it is advisable to start with a short
cooking time and monitor cooking progress before adding further time.
Overcooking could lead to a risk of fire. Ensure food is cooked thoroughly
before consuming.
Cooking food evenly
Foods such as meat should be turned frequently to ensure more even
cooking results. If the food is liquid based, stirring during the cooking time is
advisable.
Allow standing time
When the microwave has stopped cooking, leave the food to rest for an
adequate length of time to allow for cooking completion and cooling.
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CLEANING THE MICROWAVE
• Before you clean the oven, turn it off and unplug it.
• Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food or liquids stick to the oven
walls, wipe with a damp cloth. We recommend that you do not use harsh
detergent or abrasives.
• On the right hand side wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover,
microwaves are passed through this to enable your food to cook. It is
important that this wave guide cover is kept clean at all times. To do this
wipe with mild detergent and water, then dry.
• You should clean the outside of the oven with a damp cloth. Do not allow
water to seep into the ventilation openings.
• Do not allow the control panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp
cloth. Do not use detergents, abrasives or spray-on cleaners on the control
panel.
• If steam builds up inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with
a soft cloth. This may happen when the microwave oven is used in humid
conditions.
• Regularly remove the glass turntable to clean it, and wash it in warm soapy
water. Regularly clean the turntable support and oven floor. Simply wipe the
bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and water, then dry. You
can wash the turntable support in mild soapy water.
• When removing the turntable support of the oven, make sure you put it
back properly.
• If the inside of the oven smells, put a cup of water with the juice and skin of
one lemon in a deep microwave bowl. Microwave it for three minutes, wipe
thoroughly and then dry with a soft cloth.
• Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition, especially if liquid is left
under the turntable, could lead to deterioration of the surface that will
adversely affect the life of the appliance that may result in a hazardous
condition.
Problem Potential reason
Potential solution
If the
microwave
doesn’t work
1. Microwave is not
plugged in
Make sure the plug is plugged in securely into the
mains and the plug is switched on. If it is not, remove
the plug from the socket, wait 10 seconds and plug it in
again securely.
2. Plug is not working
The plug socket that the microwave is plugged into
may have become faulty. Plug the microwave into
another known good plug socket, ensure that the
socket is turned on and check if the microwave now
works.
3. The plug has a blown
fuse or the mains circuit
has a blown fuse/tripped
fuse
Check the plug for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped
main circuit breaker. If these seem to be working
properly, test the socket with another appliance.
4. Microwave has
developed a fault
Contact customer services to talk through the problem
to see if any solution for the fault can be found. If not
and the product is within its warranty period, then the
microwave should be returned to the retailer it was
purchased from for a replacement or refund.
If the
microwave
power will not
work
1. Door is not closed
Make sure the door is securely closed. Otherwise, the
microwave will not engage or operate.
2. The power has not
been set/the timer dial
has not been turned
Set the microwave power by pressing the ‘Power’
button. Select the time by turning the dial and pressing
‘Start’ to confirm.
Not heating
Magnetron not working
The component that produces the microwaves is called
a magnetron, if food is not being heated or is 'luke'
warm then it is likely this component has developed a
fault.
If the microwave is within its warranty period, please
contact customer services for further advice or take
the microwave back to the retailer it was purchased
from for a refund or replacement.
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PROBLEM SOLVING
The microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment. If
this happens, you can stop the interference by moving the radio, TV or equipment as far
away from your microwave oven as possible.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, always
unplug the microwave before performing maintenance
or trouble shooting checks.
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PROBLEM SOLVING
Problem Potential reason Potential solution
Sparking
Burnt on food debris
Spillages or splashes can burn and catch fire, all food that is
put into the microwave should be appropriately covered. All
spillages or splashes must be cleaned, and all areas of
microwave cleaned after each use.
Burnt on food debris in the microwave, on the wave guide
and the behind the wave guide can cause the microwave to
'spark'. This is because burnt on debris can be focused on by
the microwaves and spark.
Microwaves must be thoroughly cleaned after every use to
ensure no food is burnt on to any part of the microwave.
Metal or foil
No metal or foil should be put inside a microwave as it can
cause 'sparking' which can damage the microwave.
The only metal accessories that should be used inside the
microwave are the ones supplied by the manufacturer.
Pressure build up in
food
Food with none porous skins (potatoes for example), must
be pierced to allow steam to escape. As the build up of
pressure can cause food to burst and create a 'fire hazard‘.
Heat spots
Operated empty or
with no moisture
Microwaves cannot be run empty, microwaves need
moisture to operate correctly.
If microwaves are operated empty or are used to heat up
plates (this is not permitted), the microwaves can focus on a
single point inside the microwave. This can cause a heat
spot, which can cause the area to become deformed,
warped or start to melt.
If microwaves are operated empty or to heat up foreign
objects this will void the warranty.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Problem Potential reason
Potential solution
Condensation
or excess
water
1. Food that is being
cooked
By the very nature of how a microwave works, it ‘excites’
the water molecules in the food it is heating, causing them
to move about and generate heat from within the food.
Often when the food heats up it reaches the point where
steam is released. Dependent on the food type being heated
(and its water content level), the length of time being
heated for – and so the amount of steam generated – it is
inevitable that some of the steam will condense and form
back into water droplets within the microwave cavity. This
can usually be found on the inner walls or most commonly
on the back of the glass door. If not cleaned up, these
droplets can start to form small ‘pools’ of water.
2. Cooling vents covered
Cooling vents allow the heat and steam to escape from the
microwave. These cannot be covered as it can cause
excessive water to settle inside the microwave or the
microwave to overheat.
The installation
instructions in the instruction manual must
be followed or the warranty will be void.
Paint damage/
peeling
Maintenance
If the microwave is within its warranty period, please
contact customer services for further advice or take the
microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for a
refund or replacement.
Light not
working
Bulb not working
Due to the construction of microwaves and certain
'dangerous' components inside, the light bulb can only be
changed by a qualified service engineer.
If the microwave is within its warranty period, please
contact customer services for further advice or take the
microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for a
refund or replacement
Over heating
Cooling vents covered
Cooling vents allow the heat and steam to escape from the
microwave. These cannot be covered as it can cause
excessive water to settle inside the microwave or the
microwave to overheat.
The installation instructions in the manual must be followed
or the warranty will be void.
Too noisy
1. Glass turntable fitted
incorrectly
Check that the glass turntable has been placed correctly on
the turntable and is not hitting the walls/doors of the
microwave during operation.
2. Dishes/plate are too
large for the microwave
Check that the dishes/plates are the correct size for the
microwave and that they are not hitting the walls/door of
microwave during operation.
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PROBLEM SOLVING
Problem Potential reason
Potential solution
Door not
shutting/
locking
1. Glass turntable
fitted incorrectly
Check that the glass turntable has been placed correctly
on the turntable and is not stopping the door from
shutting correctly.
2. Latches have
become deformed
If the microwave is within its warranty period, please
contact customer services for further advice or take the
microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for a
refund or replacement.
Turntable not
rotating
1. Turntable coupling
not fitted or tape not
removed
Check that the turntable coupling is fitted correctly and
the transportation tape has been removed.
2. Turntable roller ring
not fitted or fitted
incorrectly
Check that the coupling has be placed under the turntable
and that it is position correctly.
3. Glass turntable
fitted incorrectly
Check that the glass turntable has been placed correctly
on the turntable.
4. Turntable has
developed a fault
If the microwave is within its warranty period, please
contact customer services for further advice or take the
microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for a
refund or replacement.
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GUARANTEE & CUSTOMER SERVICES
At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously.
Feel free to contact our Customer Service Team on
0345 209 7461
who will be more than happy to assist you.
This product is guaranteed for 24 months from the date of the
original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or
workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the place of
purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
• The product must be returned to the retailer with the original
proof of purchase.
• The product must be installed and used in accordance with the
instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other
instructions for use which are supplied.
• It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended
use.
• This warranty does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse
or consumable parts.
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SPARE PARTS
Turntable ring
To check the availability of the following spare parts, simply contact
our friendly Customer Services team using the details provided at the
bottom of this page.
Glass turntable
Turntable coupling
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
This appliance is designed to operate from a mains supply of
230-240V~ 50Hz.
Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with
your supply voltage.
This product is fitted with a moulded 13A plug complying with
BS1363. If this plug is unsuitable or needs to be replaced, refer to
customer services as it should only be replaced by a qualified
engineer.
To replace the 13amp fuse, remove the plug from the socket,
remove the fuse cover near the pins of the plug, remove the fuse
and replace with 13amp fuse. Refit the fuse cover and plug the unit
back into the power supply.
Important: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
GREEN/YELLOW – EARTH
BLUE – NEUTRAL
BROWN – LIVE
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
For UK use only – PLUG
• As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance
may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• The GREEN/YELLOW wire is the EARTH and must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the earth
symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.
• The BLUE wire is the NEUTRAL and must be connected to
• the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
• The BROWN wire is the LIVE wire and must be connected to
• the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
• Always ensure that the plug cord grip is fastened correctly.
• If a 13A (BS1363) fused plug is used it must be fitted with a
13amp fuse conforming to BS1362 and be BSI or ASTA approved.
If the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a
replacement is obtained from an electrical supplier.
If you need to remove the plug, cut it from the mains lead and
dispose of it. NEVER attempt to re-use this plug or insert it into a
socket outlet, as there is a very great risk of electrical shock.
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Revision 8
This symbol is known as the 'Crossed-out wheelie bin Symbol'. When this symbol is
marked on a product/batteries, it means that the product/batteries should not be
disposed of with your general household waste. Only discard
electrical/electronic/battery items in separate collection schemes, which cater for the
recovery and recycling of materials contained within. Your co-operation is vital to ensure
the success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment. For your
nearest disposal facility, visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or ask in store for details.
We reserve the right, due to possible changes to design, to alter the instruction manual
without prior notice.
For Customer Services & Spare
Parts please call: 0345 209 7461
Or visit us at
http://mda.russellhobbs.com
