0.7 cu. ft. Microwave Oven
MCB770B/MCB770W
Instruction Manual
and
Cooking Guide
So Right at Home.
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
0.7 cu. ft. Microwave Oven
MCB770B/MCB770W
Instruction Manual
andCooking Guide
So Right at Home.
Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a)Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
11. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
12. Read and follow the specific ???PRECAUTIONS TO
AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY??? found on page 1.
13. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See ???GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS??? found on page 3.
14. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.
15. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.
16. 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.
17. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.
18. 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.
19. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
10.Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.
11.Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water ??? for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
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 surfaces of door and oven that comes together on closing the door, use only mild,
16.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a)Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
b)Remove wire
c)If materials inside the oven 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 due to surface tension of the liquid. 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 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
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.
18.Do not use this microwave oven to heat corrosive chemicals (for example, sulfides and chlorides). Vapors from such corrosive chemicals may interact with the contact and springs of the safety interlock switches thereby rendering them inoperable.
19.Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. Wipe the oven interior with a soft damp cloth after each use. If you leave grease or fat anywhere in the cavity it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven.
20.Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as you cannot control the temperature and doing so may lead to overheating and fire.
21.Do not operate the oven without the glass tray in place. Be sure it is properly sitting on the rotating base.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT(U.S.A. ONLY)
WARNING:
This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer???s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
It has been
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followings.
???Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
???Relocate the Microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
???Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
???Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.
THE MANUFACTURER is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, the grounding plug reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for 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.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, and either :
(1)If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a
(2)Do not use an extension cord, if the power supply cord is too short,
have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.
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INSTALLATION
1.Examine the oven after unpacking.
Check for damage such as a misaligned door, broken door or dent in the cavity. If any damage is visible, DO NOT INSTALL, and notify your dealer immediately.
2.Level, flat location.
Install the microwave oven on a level, flat surface.
3. Ventilation.
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause a failure.
For proper ventilation, allow 3 inches of space between oven top, sides, rear and adjacent surfaces.
4. Away from radio and TV sets.
Poor television reception and radio interference may result if the oven is located close to a TV, radio, antenna, feeder, etc.
Place the oven as far from them as possible.
5. Away from heating appliances and water taps.
Keep the oven away from heat, steam or splashing liquids. These things can adversely affect oven wiring and contacts.
6. Power supply.
This microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 12 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60Hz and a grounded outlet. A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of the user becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised.
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the oven.
The extension cord must be a
7. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 100mm.
When use
When use grounding adaptor, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.
Receptacle
Box cover
Grounding
Lead
Receptacle Box Cover
Grounding Receptacle
Adaptor
???THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE DOES NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE GROUNDING ADAPTOR???
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SPECIFICATIONS
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
FEATURES DIAGRAM
1.Door
2.Door
3.Oven cavity
4.Spatter
5.Safety interlock
6.Door release
7.Glass cooking
Do not cook food directly on the tray.
8.Roller
9.Door
can pass through, but not the microwaves.
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FEATURES DIAGRAM (continued)
10.Time set
11.
12.One
13.Auto
14.
15.
16.Auto
17.
18.
19.Kitchen
20.
21.
or to delete the cooking data.
22.Start/Speedy
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OPERATION PROCEDURE
This section includes useful information about oven operation.
1.Plug power supply cord into a standard
2.After placing the food in a suitable container, open the oven door and put it on the glass tray. The glass tray and roller guide must always be in place during cooking.
3.Shut the door. Make sure that it is firmly closed.
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7 When the STOP/CLEAR pad is touched during the oven operation, the oven stops cooking and all information retained. To erase all information(except the present time), touch the STOP/CLEAR pad once more. If the oven door is opened during the oven operation, all information is retained.
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6 Time clock returns to the present time when the cooking time ends.
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If the START pad is touched and the oven does not operate, check the area between the door and door seal for obstructions and make sure the door is closed securely. The oven will not start cooking until the door is completely closed or the program has been reset.
Make sure the oven is properly installed and plugged into the electrical outlet.
WATTAGE OUTPUT CHART
???The
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CONTROLS
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash ???:0??? and a tone will sound. If the AC power ever goes off, the display shows ??? : 0??? when the power comes back on.
2.Touch CLOCK pad once more. This is a 24 hour clock system.
3.Enter the correct time of day by touching the numbers in sequence.
NOTE : This oven has multiple clock systems. If you want 12 hour clock system, omit this step.
4. Touch CLOCK pad.
CLOCK
The display stops blinking, and the colon starts blinking. If you selected 12 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 1:00 to 12:59. If you selected 24 hour clock system, this digital clock allows you to set from 0:00 to 23:59.
NOTE: If you attempt to enter an incorrect time, the time will not be set and a error signal tone will sound. Touch the CLOCK pad and
TIME DEFROSTING
When DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off.
DEFROST
The display will show what you touched.
2. Touch number pads for the
desired defrosting time. 
Note : Your oven can be programmed for
59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )
3. Touch START pad.
When you touch START pad, the DEF indicator starts blinking to show the oven is in the DEFROST mode. The display counts down the time to show you how much defrosting time is left in the DEFROST mode. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
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WEIGHT DEFROSTING
AUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting.
1. Touch MEAT pad.
MEAT
2.Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)
3.Touch START pad.
The lb indicator light and ??? 1.0 ??? is displayed.
The display will show what you touched.
MEAT DEFROSTING begins.
1. Touch FISH pad.
FISH
2. Select the desired defrosting weight. (Refer to the weight defrost chart below.)
The lb indicator light and ??? 0.5 ??? is displayed.
The display will show what you touched.
The defrosting time is automatically determined by the weight selected.
When you touch START pad, the lb indicator goes off and the DEF indicator blinks and the defrosting time counts down in the display window. The oven beeps during the defrosting cycle to signal that the food needs to be turned or rearranged. When the defrosting time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
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COOKING IN ONE STAGE
1. Touch POWER pad. POWER X 6 (Select the desired power
level.)
The M/W indicator lights.
The display will show what you touched. This example shows power level 5.
Note : If steps 1 and 2 are omitted, the oven will cook at full power.
2.Touch number pads for the cooking time.
3.Touch START pad.
The display will show what you touched.
Note : Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )
When you touch START pad, the M/W indicator starts blinking to show the oven is cooking.
The display counts down the time to show how much cooking time is left. When the cooking time ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
NOTE: Using lower power levels increases the cooking time which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk and slow cooking of meats.
COOKING IN TWO STAGES
All recipes require the frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking. This oven can be programmed to automatically defrost foods before cooking.
When you touch START pad, the DEF and M/W indicators come on to confirm the power levels selected. The DEF indicator starts blinking to show you that the oven is in DEFROST mode.
The display counts down the time remaining in DEFROST mode. When the oven beeps, turn over,break apart and/or redistribute the food. At the end of DEFROST mode, the oven will beep and start M/W cook. The DEF indicator goes off and the M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
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KITCHEN TIMER MODE
Timer operates as a minute timer, can be set to delay cooking and used to set a holding time after cooking. However delay cooking can not be programmed for defrost. Timer operates without microwave energy.
HOW TO USE AS A MINUTE TIMER
KITCHEN
TIMER
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
2.Press the amount of time you want to count down.
The TIMER indicator lights and ??? : 0??? is displayed.
The display will show what you touched.
3. Touch START pad.
The TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
HOW TO USE TO DELAY THE START OF COOKING
KITCHEN
TIMER
1. Touch KITCHEN TIMER pad.
The TIMER indicator lights and ??? : 0??? is displayed.
2.Press the amount of time you want to delay.
3.Program the desired power level and cooking time for food to be cooked.
The display will show what you touched.
The M/W indicator lights and the selected power level & cooking time are displayed.
4. Touch START pad.
When you touch START pad, the TIMER indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, the oven will beep. The TIMER indicator goes off and M/W indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in M/W mode. When M/W cook ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
HOW TO USE TO SET A HOLDING TIME
1. Program the desired cooking time.
3.Press the amount of time you want the oven to hold.
4.Touch START pad.
The M/W indicator lights and the selected time is displayed.
The TIMER indicator lights and ??? : 0??? is displayed.
The display will show what you touched.
The M/W indicator starts blinking and the display counts down the time remaining in M/W mode. When the M/W cook ends, the oven will beep. The M/W indicator goes off and TIMER indicator starts blinking. The display counts down the time remaining in KITCHEN TIMER mode. When the KITCHEN TIMER mode ends, you will hear 3 beeps.
Note : Your oven can be programmed for 59 minutes 99 seconds. ( 59 : 99 )
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SPEEDY COOK
SPEEDY COOK allows you to reheat for 30 seconds at 100% (full power) by simply touching the SPEEDY COOK pad.
By repeatedly touching the SPEEDY COOK pad, you can also extend reheating time to 5 minutes by 30 second increments.
When you touch SPEEDY COOK, ??? :30??? is displayed.
After 1.5 seconds, the oven starts reheating.
ONE TOUCH COOKING
One touch cook allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad. To increase quantity, touch the chosen pad until number in display is same as the desired quantity to cook. (except for POPCORN)
When you touch POPCORN pad once, ??? 3.5 ??? is displayed.
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into cooking time and the oven starts cooking.
NOTE: 1. Use prepackaged
2.Place bag in oven according to manufacturer???s directions.
3.Pop only one bag at a time.
4.After popping, open bag carefully: popcorn and steam are extremely hot.
5.Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.
6.Do not leave oven unattended while popping popcorn.
CAUTION: If prepackaged popcorn is of a different weight than the recommended weight, do not use the popcorn pad. Follow the manufacturer instruction.
When you touch FROZEN PIZZA pad once, ??? 7 ??? is displayed.
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into the cooking time and the oven starts cooking.
* FROZEN PIZZA *
??? 7 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA once.
??? 14 oz : Touch FROZEN PIZZA twice within 1.5 seconds.
NOTE: 1 Use only one frozen pizza at a time
2.Use only frozen pizza made for microwave ovens.
3.If the cheese of frozen pizza does not melt sufficiently, cook a few seconds longer.
4.Some brands of frozen pizza may require more or less cooking time.
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ONE TOUCH COOKING (continued)
DINNER
PLATE
1.Touch DINNER PLATE pad once for 12 oz of dinner plate or twice for 15 oz of dinner plate.
When you touch DINNER PLATE pad once, ??? 12 ??? is displayed.
After 1.5 seconds, the display is changed into cooking time and the oven starts cooking.
* DINNER PLATE *
???12 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE once.
???15 oz : Touch DINNER PLATE twice within 1.5 seconds.
AUTO COOK
AUTO COOK allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by repeatedly touching auto cook pad.
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LESS, MORE
To alter one touch cooking or cooking time whilst oven is in operation, use LESS or MORE.(except for defrosting)
Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the one touch cooking time in multiples of 10 seconds. The overall one touch cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes 50 seconds. Press LESS/MORE to decrease/increase the cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.
The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 59 minutes.
CHILD SAFETY LOCK
The safety lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children.
To set, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator lights.
To cancel, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, a beep sounds and LOCK indicator goes off.
TO STOP THE OVEN WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING
1.Press STOP/CLEAR pad.
???You can restart the oven by touching START pad.
???Touch STOP/CLEAR once more to erase all instructions.
???You must enter in new instructions.
2.Open the door.
???You can restart the oven by closing the door and touching START.
NOTE: Oven stops operating when door is opened.
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Dishes that do not absorb microwave energy are best for microwave cooking. Lock on the label to verify that particular cups, glasses, plates are indeed suitable, especially paper goods. If you are not
sure, try this utensil test to check. UTENSIL TEST ??? Put the empty utensil in the microwave oven.
???Put one cup of water in a glass measure next to the empty utensil.
???Heat on HI for 1 minute.
???After 1 minute the water should be warm but the utensil should not. If the utensil is warm, it is not suitable for microwave cooking.
MICROWAVE UTENSILS
Glass, Ceramic and China
Ovenproof glass or ceramic baking dishes are the most used microwave utensils.
Many of these items are readily available in most homes: glass measures, custard cups, mixing bowls, covered casseroles, pie plates and round or square cake dishes. Ovenproof dinnerware is usually safe to use in the microwave.
Do not heat or cook in glass jars or bottles.
Do not use dishes with silver, gold, platinum or other metal trim. Arcing may occur and/or the dish may break.
Do not use delicate or stemmed glassware. Although the glass may be transparent to microwave energy, heat from the food may cause the glassware to crack.
Plastics
Plastic dishes, cups, mugs and bowls may be used in the oven for short periods of time. None of these should be used in the oven for prolonged periods because distortion and melting may occur.
Check manufacturer???s recommendations concerning microwave safety.
Plastic wrap can be used to cover dishes in most recipes if the dish is deep enough to avoid plastic wrap touching the food. Always vent the wrap by folding back one corner to allow excess steam to escape. Plastic cooking bags should be slit before cooking so excess steam can escape.
Do not use wire twist ties to close the bag. Wire twist ties can cause arcing which can damage the oven.
Paper
Paper cups, wax paper, napkins, paper towels, and plates may be used for short cooking. Prolonged time in the oven can cause paper to burn. Do not use recycled paper products, such as brown paper bags. They contain impurities which may cause arcing and damage the oven.
Metal
Metal utensils should not be used in the oven. Metal reflects microwave energy so foods will not cook evenly. Metal can cause arcing and damage the oven.
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COOKING GUIDE
EGGS AND CHEESE
Eggs and cheese are delicate foods requiring care in microwave cooking. Piercing the yolks of eggs helps to release steam during cooking. Stirring egg mixtures frequently helps distribute the heat evenly. Because the microwave energy cooks so quickly, always check to see if the eggs are done to your satisfaction after the standing time. At this time, stir, rearrange or turn over. If needed, add additional time gradually. To cook only one egg, try a lower Power setting until you get satisfactory results.
Shredded soft cheeses and grated hard cheeses melt well if
stirred into a hot mixture. Cheese may not look melted so always stir before determining if cheese is melted enough. Sprinkle cheese over a hot casserole in a thicker layer at the edges. Microwave energy cooks from the outside in, so the outer edges will melt faster than the center.
For cheese melt sandwiches, heat filling where possible before adding it to the bread. Top each sandwich with a slice of cheese and cook on
CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE
CHEESE SPREAD
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VEGETABLES
Vegetables are favorite foods when cooked in the microwave. Because they cook for a shorter time and require less water than conventional cooking, vegetables cooked by microwave energy retain more vitamins than when cooked by other methods.
To cook better in the microwave, vegetables should be cut into evenly sized pieces. Baked potatoes, squash, or vegetables with skins can be pierced with a fork and arranged in a circle for the best cooking results. Uneven vegetables such as asparagus or broccoli, can be arranged in the dish alternating thick and thin ends. Stirring, rearranging, turning over and rotating are effective techniques to maximize the
way microwave energy cooks vegetables.
Consult the ???COOKING FRESH VEGETABLES??? chart on page 20 of this cookbook for preparation and stand time suggestions and for directions to use the automatic FRESH VEGETABLE pad. See this chart for suggested times for 4 ounce single serving of vegetables.
Use care in removing lid to prevent steam burn. Standing time is an important element in successful cooking because additional cooking will take place then. Make a decision about desired doneness after the standing time then add more time, if needed.
LIGHT BAKED POTATOES
4 baking potatoes, about 8 oz. each salt and pepper
2 cups low fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Paprika
1.Scrub potatoes and pierce several times with a fork.
Arrange in a circle on a microwave rack.
2.Cook, uncovered, on
3.Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, green onions and parsley. Divide mixture evenly among potatoes. Arrange stuffed potatoes in a circle on a serving platter. Sprinkle with paprika
4 servings
SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, defrosted
1 can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1.In a
2.Cook, uncovered, on
3 cups
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BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD
HOT JALAPENO SALAD
11/2 cups shredded cabbage 1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup medium green bell pepper, cut into
1/2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes 1/4 cup sliced green onion
2 tablespoons fresh, chopped cilantro
1/4 cup Monterey Jack jalapeno cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1.In a
2.In a
3.Press
Pour cheese over vegetable mixture; toss gently to mix.
4.Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on
4 servings
CHINESE
WILTED SPINACH SALAD
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VEGETARIAN CHILI
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup) 1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1can (15 1/2 oz.) mild chili beans in sauce, undrained
1can (15 oz.) Great Northern beans, drained
1can (15 oz.) chick peas (garbanzo beans), drained
2cans (about 15 oz. each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1.In a
2.Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on
3.Continue cooking on
4 servings
GLAZED BABY CARROTS
GREEN BEANS IN CREAM SAUCE
1 package (10 oz.) frozen
undiluted
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1 can (2.8 oz.) French fried onions
1.In a
2.Continue cooking on
Cook, uncovered, for 1 minute. Let stand, uncovered, for 2 minutes before serving.
4 servings
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FISH AND SEAFOOD
Delicate, tender fish is the result when cooked in the microwave. Because it is moist cooking, the finished fish and seafood, if cooked for the appropriate time, will be opaque and flake with a fork with no signs of dryness.
Because fish is unevenly shaped, the arrangement is critical to success. To arrange several fillets in a deep glass pie plate, put thicker edges to the outside and thinner edges to the inside. Try to create a circle for best results, even overlap thin ends where necessary to achieve overall even thickness.
Single items may do better if the thin ends are shielded with a foil. Some rules apply to the use of
each other or the sides of the microwave oven, and be sure that all ends are tucked under and lie flat to the food. Cover with wax paper to prevent spattering.
Seafood cooks very quickly in the
Frozen fish and seafood are convenient to keep on hand. See the
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 pound fresh or thawed frozen fish fillets
1.In a deep glass pie plate, combine bread crumbs, parsley and lemon pepper. Coat fish with yogurt;
then coat with crumb mixture.
2.Arrange fish in an
until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
4. servings
FISH
1package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach
1teaspoon instant minced onion
2teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup soft cream cheese
4 fresh fish fillets,
1.Open spinach package. Place package on a paper towel. Cook on
2.Spread cream cheese evenly on fish fillets. Divide spinach evenly; spread over cream cheese. Roll up fish; secure with wooden picks. Place fish in a deep glass pie plate; sprinkle with paprika.
3.Cover with vented plastic wrap. Cook on
4 servings
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FISH FILLET AMANDINE
COOKING FISH AND SEAFOOD
1.Arrange fish and seafood on a microwave rack (fillets, steaks, lobster) or in an appropriate glass casserole (scallops).
2.Cover with wax paper and set on glass turntable in a microwave.
3.Calculate cooking time by multiplying weight of the fish or seafood by the time recommended per pound.
4.The microwave will cook on
5.Check progress about halfway through the cooking time; turn over, rearrange or shield, as needed.
6.Within several minutes before the end of cooking check fish or seafood to determine if time needs adjusting. Wait until the stand time before making the final decision.
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POULTRY
Juicy and moist describes poultry cooked by microwave energy. It is a superior method for cooking chicken to be used in casseroles, salads, or to have for sandwiches. See Poached Chicken recipe.
Arrangement is very important with poultry and its uneven shapes. Try to arrange pieces in a circular pattern wherever possible for the most even defrosting or cooking. The rounded part of the drumstick should go at the outer edge, for example, while the thinner end goes to the middle of the dish. Continue with other pieces until the overall layer is fairly even. Cover with wax paper to prevent spattering.
Poultry defrosts well with our AUTO DEFROST feature
(see page 15). Be sure that all poultry is completely defrosted before cooking. Check for doneness after stand time is over.
Remember that more cooking will take place during standing time. Poultry must be cooked to an internal temperature of 160??F for boneless pieces, to 170??F for
Poultry is done when the meat is no longer pink and the juices are the colour of chicken broth with no traces of pink. Be sure to check for these signs by cutting into the inner thigh. You may also check for the internal temperature with an
POACHED CHICKEN
MEXICAN CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE
1pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup mild or medium salsa
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup quick cooking rice
1 cup corn chips, crushed to 1/2 cup
1/2 cup (2 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
1.Season chicken with cumin and salt. In a
2.Cook, uncovered, on
3.Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook on
4.Cook, uncovered, on
4 servings
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MEATS
Tender cuts of meat do well in the microwave, especially when cooked at lower power levels. Be sure meat is fully defrosted before cooking. Consult the meat cooking charts (pages
The exact time to cook each piece of meat will depend on the shape of the meat, the weight, the starting temperature of the meat and the desired doneness. Our timings assume the meat is taken from the proper storage (refrigerated). The lower number in the time range reflects time suggested for medium
meat; the higher number for well done. It is always possible to add time if needed, so it is best to start with the lower number for calculating the time.
Stand time after cooking is an important aspect of microwave cooking since more cooking will take place then. The residual heat in the food will equalize and finish the cooking process. Always check for doneness after the stand time.
MEATBALLS
PEPPER STEAK
TIP
Thin pieces of meat are no longer pink when fully cooked. Take meat from the microwave while slightly pink to prevent overcooking during standing time.
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PORK SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
SWEET 'N' SOUR PORK
BEEF, PEPPERS AND PASTA
3cups bell pepper chunks (red, yellow and green)
1cup onion, sliced
2tablespoons margarine or butter
11/2 cups chopped cooked beef
2cups cooked elbow macaroni, drained
1 can (14.5 oz.) seasoned diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (14 oz.)
1.In a
2.Stir in beef, macaroni, tomatoes and pasta sauce. Continue cooking on
4 servings
LAMB SHEPHERD CASSEROLE
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CARE OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates malfunction of the unit.
6 It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
7 The roller guide and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry. The roller guide may be washed in mild sudsy water.
ROLLER GUIDE
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GLASS TRAY
DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray in place.
DO NOT use any other Glass Tray with this oven.
If Glass Tray is hot, ALLOW TO COOL before cleaning or placing it in water.
DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray.
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USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELY
General Use
Do not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.
Do not place any object between the oven front frame and the door or allow residue to build up on sealing surfaces. Wipe with a mild detergent, rinse and dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.
Do not subject the oven door to strain or weight such as a child hanging on an open door. This could cause the oven to fall forward resulting in injury to you and damage to the oven. Do not operate the oven if door seals or sealing surfaces are damaged; or if door is bent; or if hinges are loose or broken.
Do not operate the oven empty. This will damage the oven.
Do not attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. They may catch on fire. Do not use recycled paper products as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks or fires. Do not hit or strike the control panel with hard objects. This can damage the oven.
Food
Never use your microwave oven for home canning. The oven is not designed for proper home canning. Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
Always use the minimum recipe cooking time. It is better to undercook rather than overcook foods. Undercooked foods can be returned to the oven for more cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be done.
Heat small quantities of food or foods with low moisture carefully. These can quickly dry out, burn or catch on fire.
Do not heat eggs in the shell. Pressure may build up and eggs can explode.
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks and sausages are examples of food with
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven.
Always stir liquids before heating. Heated liquids can erupt, if not mixed with air.
Do not leave the oven unattended while popping corn.
Do not pop corn in a paper bag unless it is the commercially prepared Microwave Popcorn product. The kernels can overheat and ignite a brown paper bag.
Do not put packaged Microwave Popcorn bags directly on the oven tray. Place the package on a microwave safe glass or ceramic plate to avoid overheating and cracking the oven tray.
Do not exceed the Microwave Popcorn manufacturers??? suggested popping time. Longer popping does not yield more popcorn but it can result in scorch, burn of fire. Remember, the Popcorn bag and tray can be too hot to handle. Remove with caution and use pot holders.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Refer to the following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call.
*The oven doesn???t work :
1.Check that the power cord is securely plugged in.
2.Check that the door is firmly closed.
3.Check that the cooking time is set.
4.Check for a blown circuit fuse or tripped main circuit breaker in your house.
*Sparking in the cavity;
1.Check utensils. Metal containers or dishes with metal trim should not be used.
2.Check that metal skewers or foil does not touch the interior walls.
If there is still a problem, contact the service station.
A list of these stations is included in the oven.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE OVEN YOURSELF !
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
*Q : I accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it. Is it damaged?
*A : Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven. However, it is not recommended.
*Q : Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?
*A : No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always be used in the oven before cooking.
*Q : Can I open the door when the oven is operating?
*A : The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. Then microwave energy will be instantly switched off and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed and START is touched.
*Q : Why do I have moisture in my microwave oven after cooking?
*A : The moisture on the side of your microwave oven is normal. It is caused by steam from cooking food hitting the cool oven surface.
*Q : Dose microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door?
*A : No. The metal screen bounces back the energy to the oven cavity. The holes are made to allow light to pass through. They do not let microwave energy pass through.
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Microwave Oven Warranty
MC Appliance Corporation warrants each new Microwave Oven to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect or to furnish a new part(s) (at the company???s option) for any part(s) of the unit that has failed during the warranty period. Parts and labor expenses are covered on this unit for a period of one year after the date of purchase. In addition MC Appliance Corporation warrants the Magnetron (parts only) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 8 years. The consumer is responsible for all labor and transportation expenses related to the diagnosis and replacement of the Magnetron after the initial one- year warranty expires. If in the event the unit requires replacement or refund under the terms of this warranty the consumer is responsible for all transportation expenses to return the unit to our factory prior to receiving a replacement unit or refund. A copy of the dated sales receipt / invoice is required to receive warranty service.
This warranty covers appliances in use within the continental United States, Puerto Rico and Hawaii. The warranty does not cover the following:
???Damages due to shipping damage or improper installation.
???Damages due to misuse or abuse.
???Content losses due to failure of the unit.
???Repairs performed by unauthorized service agents.
???Service calls that do not involve defects in material and workmanship such as instruction on proper use of the product or improper installation.
???Replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
???Failure of this product if used for other then its intended purpose.
???Disposal costs of failed units not returned to our factory.
???Any delivery / installation costs incurred as the result of a unit that fails to perform as specified.
???Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized service technician is not available.
???The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.
This warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied and no representative or person is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of this product. Under no circumstances is the consumer permitted to return this unit to the factory without prior written consent from MC Appliance Corporation
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