Magic Chef MCD795SW Operating Instructions Manual

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Summary of MCD795SW

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    Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely. Operating instructions microwave oven mcd795sw.

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    1 precautions to avoid possible exposure to excessive microwave energy (a) do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. (b) do not place any obj...

  • Page 3: Save These Instructions

    2 important safety instructions 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: 1 1. Read all instructions before using the ...

  • Page 4: Grounding Instructions

    3 federal communications commission radio frequency interference statement 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 eq...

  • Page 5: Installation

    4 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. Ventilatio...

  • Page 6: Features Diagram

    5 1. Door latch-when the door is closed it will automatically shut off. If the door is opened while the oven is operating, the magnetron will automatically shut off. 2. Door seal-the door seal maintains the microwave within the oven cavity and prevents microwave leakage. 3. Oven cavity 4. Spatter sh...

  • Page 7: Features Diagram

    6 features diagram (continued) 4 6 5 q 9 8 2 3 e 0 1 7 w 1 time set pad - used to set the cooking time and the present time. 2 display - cooking time, power level, indicators and present time are displayed. 3 sensor cook - used to automatically compute the microwave power and cooking time for foods....

  • Page 8: Wattage Output Chart

    7 wattage output chart • the power - level is set by touching the power pad. The chart shows the display, the power level and the percentage of power. Operation procedure this section includes useful information about oven operation. 1. Plug power supply cord into a standard 3 - pronged 20 amp, 120v...

  • Page 9: Controls

    8 controls sensor cook 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 time and power level for various foods and quantities and you don’t need to enter the weight or quantity of the food. Follow the s...

  • Page 10: Auto Defrost

    9 auto defrost auto defrost lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guess work in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. The defrost indicator appears and “auto defrost 1-ground meat 2-roast 3- poultry 4-fish select number” is displayed in sequence. “number” bli...

  • Page 11: Time Defrost

    10 time defrost when time defrost is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods of alternating defrost and stand times by cycling on and off. 1. Touch time def. Pad. 2. Touch number pads for the desired defrosting time. 3. Touch start pad. The defrost indicator appears an...

  • Page 12: Time Cook

    11 time cook 1. Touch power pad. Program the desired power level. (please refer to the wattage output chart in the page 7.) 2. Touch number pads for the cooking time. 3. Touch start pad. “select power level or cooking time default power level high” is displayed. “high” blinks three times. The select...

  • Page 13: Kitchen Timer

    12 kitchen timer 1. Touch kitchen timer pad. 2. Touch number pads for the time you want to count down. 3. Touch start pad. The timer indicator appears and “enter time” is displayed. “time” blinks three times. The selected time appears and “press start” is displayed. “start” blinks three times. The t...

  • Page 14: Speedy Cook

    13 1. Program the desired defrost or time cook. 2. Touch kitchen timer pad. 3. Touch number pads for the time you want to hold. 4. Touch start pad. The timer indicator appears and “enter standing time” is displayed. “time” blinks three times. The selected time appears and “press start” is displayed....

  • Page 15: Minute Plus

    14 minute plus minute plus allows you to cook at 100% or to increase the cooking time during time cooking by simply touching the minute plus pad. Each time minute plus pad is touched, the cooking time is extended by 1 minute to a maximum of 59 minutes. Note: 1. If you selected 12 hour clock system, ...

  • Page 16: Help

    15 help help provides 6 features which enable you to use the oven easily. If “on” mode is set, the display turns off except during operation. This oven can be set for three languages - english, french, spanish. Energy save 3 language this function prevents unwanted oven operation such as by small ch...

  • Page 17: Night Light

    16 to stop the oven while the oven is operating 1. Touch stop/clear pad. • you can restart the oven by touching start pad. • touch stop/clear pad 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 s...

  • Page 18: Care of Your Microwave Oven

    17 care of your microwave oven turn the oven off before cleaning. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When food spatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended....

  • Page 19: Questions and Answers

    18 * 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 rolle...

  • Page 20: Specifications

    19 power supply 120v 60hz 20a, single phase with earthing microwave power consumption 1400 w microwave energy output 950 w, full microwave power microwave frequency 2450mhz outside dimensions (w x h x d) 465 x 279 x 368mm (18.3 x 11.0 x 14.5 in) cavity dimensions (w x h x d) 290 x 211 x 306mm (11.4 ...

  • Page 21: Cooking Instructions

    20 cooking instructions utensil guide only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food, without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used. Care must therefore be taken choosing the utensil. If the...

  • Page 22: Arcing

    21 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. ...

  • Page 23: Microwaving Principles

    22 microwaving principles microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with radar in world war ll. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommun...

  • Page 24: Cooking Techniques

    23 standing time dense foods e.G. Meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require standing time(inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the center completely. Wrap meat joints and jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-...

  • Page 25: Defrosting Guide

    24 ▶ do not defrost covered meat. Covering might allow cooking to take place. Always remove outer wrap and tray. Use only containers that are microwave-safe. ▶ begin defrosting whole poultry breast-side-down. Begin defrosting roasts fat-side-down. ▶ the shape of the package alters the defrosting tim...

  • Page 26: Cooking & Reheating Chart

    25 item power cooking time special instruction level per lb./450g meat beef joint-rare p-80 5-7 min. -medium p-80 6-8 min. -well done p-80 7-9 min. Pork joint p-hi 8-10 min. Bacon joint p-hi 6-8 min. Poultry whole chicken p-hi 6-8 min. Portions chicken p-80 5-7 min. Breast (boned) p-80 5-7 min. Fish...

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    26 reheating chart • baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns. • when heating pre-packaged ready-cooked foods, always follow the pack instructions carefully. • if you freeze foods which were bought from the fresh or chilled counters, remember that they sho...

  • Page 28: Vegetable Chart

    27 vegetable chart use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45ml cold water(2-3 tbsp.) for every 250g unless another water quantity is recommended - see table. Cook covered for the minimum time - see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during and once after cookin...

  • Page 29: Recipes

    28 tomato & orange soup 1 oz.(25g) butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 large carrot & 1 large potato, chopped 1 3 / 4 lb(800g) canned, chopped tomatoes juice and grated rind of 1 small orange 1 1 / 2 pints(900ml) hot vegetable stock salt and pepper to taste 1. Melt the in a large bowl at p-hi for 1 min...

  • Page 30

    29 blue cheese & chive jackets 2 baking potatoes, (approx.9 oz.(250g) each) 2 oz.(50g) butter 4 oz.(100g) blue cheese, chopped 1 tbsp(15ml) fresh chives, chopped 2 oz.(50g) mushrooms, sliced salt and pepper to taste 1. Prick each potato in several places. Cook at p-hi for 6-8 minutes. Halve and scoo...

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    30 scrambled egg 1/2 oz.(15g) butter 2 eggs 2 tbsp(30ml) milk salt & pepper 1. Melt the butter in a bowl at p-hi for 1 minutes. 2. Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well. 3. Cook at p-hi for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Savory mince 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp(...

  • Page 32: Microwave Oven

    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. Par...