Dacor DMO2420B Use & Care Manual - Sensor Modes Recipes

Summary of DMO2420B

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    Use & care installation instructions microwave with built-in kit models dmo2420b, dmo2420r, dmo2420s please read bef ore using your m icrowa ve ov en important information installation instructions operation instructions cooking guides specifications.

  • Page 2: What Is Covered

    1 to aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. Model number _______________________ serial number __________________...

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    2 c o n t e n t s for customer assistance .......................... 1 product warranty ....................................... 1 contents ...................................................... 2 precautions to avoid possible ................. 2 exposure to excessive microwave energy important safet...

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    3 when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: warning - to reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy: i m p o r t a n t s a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s s a v e t h e s e i...

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    4 i n s t a l l a t i o n i n s t r u c t i o n s unpacking and examining your oven remove: all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however, do not remove the waveguide cover, which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures and save the operation manual. Check the oven for any ...

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    5 this appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an ele...

  • Page 7: About Your Oven

    6 this operation manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. Never use the oven without the turntable and support nor turn the turntable over so that a...

  • Page 8: About Utensils and Coverings

    7 about utensils and coverings the following coverings are ideal: • paper towels are good for covering foods for re- heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. • wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating. • plastic wrap that is specially marked for micro- wave use can be used for cooking a...

  • Page 9: About Microwave Cooking

    8 about microwave cooking • arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish. • watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. • cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cook- book for sug...

  • Page 10: Microwave Oven Parts

    9 p a r t n a m e s 1 one touch door open button push to open door. 2 oven door with see-through window 3 safety door latches the oven will not operate unless the door is securely closed. 4 door hinges 5 door seals and sealing surfaces 6 turntable motor shaft 7 removable turntable support carefully ...

  • Page 11: Control Panel

    10 p a r t n a m e s number next to the control panel illustration indicates pages on which there are feature descriptions and usage information. Control panel dmo2420s 11 dmo2420b/dmo2420r 13-16 26 17-24 25 27 27 12, 25 11 27 11 13-16 26 17-24 25 27 27 12, 25 11 27 the two-line, interactive display...

  • Page 12: To Set The Clock

    11 this is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, will appear in the display. Touch the stop/clear pad and re-enter the time. • if the electrical power supply to your microwave oven should be interrupted, the display will inter- mittently show welcome press clear and press...

  • Page 13: Time Cooking

    12 your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after the minutes, even if they are both zeros. • suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. M a n u a l o p e r a t i o n time cooking p r o c e d u r e d i s p l a y 1 2 p r o c e d u r e d i s p l ...

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    13 s e n s o r m o d e s dacor's sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and power level for various foods and quantities. Using sensor settings: 1. After oven is plugged in, wait 2 minut...

  • Page 15: Sensor Modes Chart

    14 s e n s o r m o d e s sensor modes chart f o o d a m o u n t p r o c e d u r e place in dish or casserole slightly larger than amount to be reheated. Flatten, if possible. Cover with lid, plastic wrap or wax paper. Use covers such as plastic wrap or lids with larger quantities of more dense foods...

  • Page 16: Sensor Modes Chart

    15 frozen snacks use for frozen french fries, cheese sticks, appetizers etc. Remove from outer package. Follow package directions for how to wrap or cover. Be careful when removing from the oven as snack may be very hot. 3 - 8 oz s e n s o r m o d e s sensor modes chart (continued) f o o d a m o u n...

  • Page 17: Sensor Modes Recipes

    16 s e n s o r m o d e s sensor modes recipes (continued) shrimp pasta sauce makes 4 servings 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2 bunches) 2 cups canned tomato puree 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste salt and pepper to taste 1 / 2 cup thinl...

  • Page 18: Breakfast and Lunch

    17 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k place bacon on paper plate, lined with paper towel. Bacon should not extend over the rim of plate. Cover with another paper towel. Allow bacon to stand a few minutes after removing from the oven to complete the cooking. 2. Bacon 2 - 6 slices • suppose you want to use...

  • Page 19: Breakfast Chart

    18 f o o d a m o u n t p r o c e d u r e this setting works well for frozen breakfast entrees, pancakes, waffles, burritos etc. Follow manufacturer’s directions for how to prepare for microwaving. Allow to stand 1 or 2 minutes after cooking. 5. Frozen breakfast foods* 1 (3 - 6 oz) n e w w a v e c o ...

  • Page 20: 15 Minute Dinner

    19 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k 1. Saucy chicken 15 minute dinner (recipes serve 6) 15 minute dinner and microwave recipes each offer five simple-to-prepare but great tasting meals. Follow the specific directions on the recipe card and in the interactive display. • suppose you want to use 15 minute...

  • Page 21: Microwave Recipes

    20 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k 3. Fiesta chili 4. Glazed salmon 1. Place in a 3 quart casserole: 1 1 / 4 pounds ground turkey 1 / 2 cup diced onions 1 / 2 cup diced red pepper break up turkey and stir in onions and red pepper. Cover. Touch 15 minute dinner, number 3 to select fiesta chili and then...

  • Page 22: Microwave Recipes

    21 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k microwave recipes (recipes serve 6) continued 2. Mexican chicken 1. Place in layers in a 3-quart casserole: 2 cups instant rice 1 cup prepared fajita sauce mixed with 1/2 cup chicken broth or bouillon 2 10-ounce packages frozen seasoning mix (onion, peppers, parsley ...

  • Page 23: Auto Defrost

    22 note: 1. To defrost other foods above or below the weights allowed on the super defrost and defrost charts, use time and 30% power. See manual defrost on page 12. 2. Any setting in the auto defrost can be pro- grammed with more or less time adjustment. Touch the power level pad once or twice befo...

  • Page 24: Defrost Chart

    23 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k defrost chart f o o d a m o u n t p r o c e d u r e remove any thawed pieces after each stage. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes. 4. Ground meat .5 - 3.0 lb after each stage, rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions, shield with small flat pieces of a...

  • Page 25: Beverages

    24 n e w w a v e c o o k b o o k see label beverages enables you to reheat coffee or tea to a more suitable drinking temperature or to make instant coffee or tea. • suppose you want to reheat 2 cups of coffee. Beverages p r o c e d u r e d i s p l a y 1 touch beverages pad. 2 note: 1. Beverages can ...

  • Page 26: Keep Warm

    25 keep warm keep warm allows you to keep food warm up to 30 minutes. To use, simply touch the keep warm pad and enter the appropriate time (up to 30 minutes). You can also program keep warm with manual cooking to keep food warm continuously after cooking. Direct use • suppose you want to keep a cup...

  • Page 27: Help Guide

    26 o t h e r c o n v e n i e n t f e a t u r e s help guide help guide provides 5 features which make using your oven easy because specific instructions are provided in the interactive display. 1. Child lock the child lock prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small children. The oven can be s...

  • Page 28: Timer/clock

    27 note: to cancel the timer during programming, touch the stop/clear pad. Timer/clock • suppose you want to time a 3-minute long distance phone call. Touch timer/clock pad. The timer will count down. Enter time. P r o c e d u r e d i s p l a y 1 touch timer/ clock pad. 3 4 5 after the timer cycle e...

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    28 exterior the outside surface is painted. Clean the outside with mild soap and water; rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of house- hold or abrasive cleaner. Door wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Metal parts will be easier to mainta...

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    29 please check the following before calling for service: place one cup of water in a glass measuring cup in the oven and close the door securely. Operate the oven for one minute at high 100%. A does the oven light come on? Yes _______ no _______ b does the cooling fan work? Yes _______ no _______ (...

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    30 n o t e s.

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    32 n o t e s.

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    33 n o t e s.

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    34 f o o d a m o u n t breakfast 1 touch breakfast pad. 2 select desired food. (ex: touch the number 3 pad for hot cereal.) 3 touch number 2 pad for 2 servings. 4 touch start/instant on pad. F o o d a m o u n t 1. Scrambled eggs 2. Bacon 3. Hot cereal 4. Heat rolls/muffins 5. Frozen breakfast foods ...

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    4. Ground meat 5. Steaks chops or fish 6. Chicken pieces 7. Roast 8. Casserole/soup c o n t r o l p a n e l g u i d e for more complete information and safety precautions, refer to your operation manual. Continuously touch start/ instant on pad for 100% power cooking. Remove finger and oven will sto...