Microwave / Combination
Oven
K23GSS10
DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service.
If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
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steam
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condensation
product overview
control panel overview
checking your microwave
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clock setting
setting the child lock
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know your Kenwood microwave
before using your Kenwood microwave
● Read these instructions carefully and retain for future
reference.
● Remove all packaging labels and dispose of them properly.
before calling for service
● Review this section on Troubleshooting. This will help you to
solve general problems yourself.
safety information
general safety
● Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing tools/
attachments, after use and before cleaning.
● Keep your fingers away from moving parts and fitted
attachments.
● Never use a damaged machine.
● Never operate the machine when it is empty.
● Keep mains cable out of reach from children.
● Keep power unit, mains cable and plug away from water.
● Never exceed the maximum capacities.
● When using an attachment, read the safety instructions.
● Take care when lifting this appliance as it is heavy.
● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
● Only use the appliance for its intended domestic use.
The company responsible for this product, DSG Retail Limited,
will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to
improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.
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safety information
please read carefully and keep for future
reference
maintenance of your microwave
WARNING
: It is hazardous for anyone other than a
qualified technician to carry out any service or repair operation
which involves the removal of a cover that gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
WARNING
: If the door or door seals are damaged, the
oven must not be operated until it has been
repaired by a qualified technician.
● If smoke is observed, switch off and unplug the appliance and
keep the door closed in order to contain the flames.
● If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a service
agent or similar qualified technician.
● If you have a pacemaker, please contact your doctor before
using a microwave oven.
microwave use
● This microwave is not intended for commercial use.
● It should never be used for drying clothes or other non-food
purposes.
● The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
● The microwave should not be left unattended when in use.
● The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the
appliance is operating.
● To prevent high moisture content gathering inside the oven
cavity, open the door immediately after the cooking function
has stopped to allow steam to escape.
● Only use utensils that are suitable for microwave use.
● Care should be taken so metal objects are not used in the
microwave.
These include :
¨ Metal cooking utensils
¨ Metal plates or trays
¨ Wire twist ties
¨ Crockery with metal trims
¨ Meat thermometer
● Care should be taken when using paper, plastic, wooden or
other combustible materials in the oven as they can catch fire.
● Oil & fat for deep frying should not be heated in the microwave.
● Only use cling film designed for microwave use & take extra
care when removing the film to avoid steam burns.
● Only heat popcorn that has been designed for microwave use.
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safety information
cooking use
As the power of different microwave ovens can vary
considerably, care must be taken when first using this appliance
as it may cook faster than expected.
● Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
WARNING
: Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use the
oven in a safe way and understands the
hazards of improper use; DO NOT assume
that because a child has mastered one
cooking skill he/she can cook everything
without close supervision. The microwave
MUST NOT be treated nor used like a toy.
● Take care when cooking food with a high sugar or fat content,
such as Christmas pudding or fruitcake. The sugar or fat can
overheat and in some cases catch fire.
fire!
In the event of fire:
● Keep the oven door closed.
● Turn off the power.
● Unplug the appliance from the mains power.
first aid
Treat scalding by:
● Quickly placing the scald under cold running water for at least
10 minutes.
● Cover with a clean dry dressing. Do not us creams, oils or
lotions.
cleaning your microwave
The microwave should be cleaned regularly and food deposits
removed. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition can
affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation. (See cleaning your microwave)
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safety information
do not use these in your microwave
● Never use equipment made of metal, except foil in your
microwave. The microwave energy cannot pass through the
metal so it bounces off and sparks against the inside of the
oven.
● Stop the microwave straight away if any equipment does cause
sparks.
● Remember that some crockery has a metal trim around the
edge. Even this trim can cause sparks.
Containers / Certain Foods
WARNING
: Pressure will build up in sealed containers and
cause them to explode. Therefore, do not use
the following in your microwave:
¨ Sealed containers
¨ Capped bottles
¨ Vacuum containers
¨ Sealed jars
¨ Hard-boiled eggs
¨ Eggs in their shells
¨ Nuts
● Always pierce the skin of fruit and vegetables, such as
potatoes.
● Never use scratched, cracked or damaged glass in a
microwave. Damaged glass can explode.
delayed boiling
Liquids heated in a microwave can boil up when removing them
from the microwave.
Take the following precautions :
● Always stir liquids before and after cooking.
● Allow them to stand.
● Use containers that are wider at the top than the bottom.
preparing food for babies
Extra care must be taken when preparing food or drink for babies
and small children.
● Always test the food or liquid temperature before giving it to a
baby.
● When using a baby bottle, ensure the teat is removed before
heating.
● When warming milk, ensure the bottle is shaken.
caution!
During cooking, the outer surface will become hot, do not touch
the outer casing of the microwave. Care should be taken not to
store any items on top of your microwave.
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safety information
earthing instructions
● WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
● This appliance is equipped with a mains cable
having an equipment-earthing conductor and an
earthing plug.
● The plug must be plugged into an appropriate mains socket that
is installed and earthed in accordance with all local standards
and requirements.
warning!
● Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock.
● The wires in the cord are coloured as follows:
Green and Yellow = Earth,
Blue = Neutral,
Brown = Live.
● Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if
you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly earthed.
● Never modify the plug provided with the appliance.
● If the plug does not fit properly in the outlet, have a qualified
electrician install the correct one.
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using aluminium foil in your microwave
It is safe to use aluminium foil in your microwave as long as you
follow these safety guidelines.
As with all metal, microwave energy cannot pass through foil, but
provided that you keep the foil away from the side of the oven it
will not cause sparks and there will not be any damage to
your oven.
Using foil is a good way of shielding parts of food that you do not
want to cook as quickly as others – perhaps where the food is
thinner and would otherwise overcook.
Place the foil over the area you want to shield, taking care that
the foil will not touch the sides of the oven when the turntable
rotates. Only use one piece of foil at a time so that you do not
get sparks between the separate pieces.
Follow these guidelines when using foil in your microwave:
● Remove foil lids from containers before using in the
microwave. Some lids are made of card with a foil covering
– these should be removed too. Use a microwave safe
transparent lid if possible.
● Stir food during cooking if the container has a lid or film cover.
● Always use the glass turntable.
● Use shallow containers with a large surface area. Do not use
containers that are more than 1.25in (3.5cm) deep.
● Use oven gloves when handling hot foil containers.
● Do not completely cover food with foil. The microwave energy
cannot pass through the foil so the food will not cook.
● Do not let aluminium foil touch the inside of the oven.
● Do not use more than one piece of foil in the oven at the same
time.
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unpacking and getting ready
This microwave is designed for home use. It
should not be used for commercial catering.
1. After unpacking your microwave, check that it
has not been damaged whilst in the box. Make
sure there are no dents on the oven, and the
door closes properly. A dented or damaged
oven could allow microwave energy to escape.
Make sure that you have taken all the
packaging from inside the microwave. Please
dispose of the plastic wrappings or bags safely
and keep out of the reach of babies and young
children.
30cm
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2. Choose a flat work surface for your microwave
away from heat sources such as radiators or
fires and away from cold areas.
You should allow a 10cm space all around the
oven and 30cm above so that warm air can
escape from the vents during cooking – This
10cm
10cm
microwave is not designed to be built in.
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3. Plug your microwave into a standard
household electrical socket (230-240 volt, 13
amp rated). Avoid using a socket that also has
an adaptor and other equipment plugged in.
Do not use a multi-adaptor.
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4. Put the turntable ring inside the microwave
and place the glass turntable on top of the
ring. 2 The turntable is shaped to sit
securely on the spindle. You must always use
the turntable and ring whenever you use the
microwave.
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introducing microwave cooking
Always remember the basic safeguards you would follow when
using any cooking equipment or handling hot food.
See below for basic guidelines in microwave cooking.
If you are unfamiliar with using a microwave, refer to the back of
this instruction booklet for more information.
cooking with a microwave
● Cooking with a microwave is much faster than
conventional cooking and, whilst you should make
sure that food is fully cooked, you should be careful not to
overcook it.
● Microwave energy can heat unevenly so stirring to distribute
heat is very important. Always stir from the outside, inwards.
● If you are cooking a number of individual foods at the same
time, such as baked potatoes or small cakes, arrange them
evenly on the turntable so that they cook evenly. Never stack
food in your microwave.
● Turn larger foods such as meat roasts and poultry during
cooking so that the top and bottom cook evenly. It is also
recommended to turn pieces of meat or poultry, especially if
they contain a bone.
● Meat and poultry which is cooked for 15 minutes or more will
brown lightly in its own fat. Anything cooked for a shorter time
can be brushed with a browning sauce to give an appetising
colour.
● Strips of aluminium foil can be used to cover the thinner pieces
of food to stop them overcooking before the thicker parts of
the food have had a chance to cook. Use the foil sparingly and
wrap around the food or container carefully to stop it touching
the inside of the oven which could cause sparks.
NOTE: You should always have your microwave checked by a
qualified technician if it has been dropped or damaged to
ensure it is safe to use.
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● Microwave ovens cook food using microwave
energy that is similar to naturally occurring radio
waves. Normally, these “waves” would fade as
they dispersed into the atmosphere but in a
microwave oven they are concentrated onto
food causing it to heat up.
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● Microwave energy cannot pass through metal
– so it cannot escape from inside your
microwave oven – but it can pass through
materials like glass, porcelain, plastic and paper.
These materials are used in the manufacture of
microwave safe cooking equipment.
● Microwave safe cooking equipment will still get
hot as the food it contains heats up.
The microwave energy focuses on the moisture in
the food causing lots of tiny vibrations. The
vibrations get so great that the moisture, and the
food heats up. (Fig 1)
checking your cooking utensils
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cooking utensils
are safe to use in your microwave. If you are not
sure if you can use a utensil in your microwave,
follow this simple test:
1. Put the utensil into the microwave next to a
cup of water – use a cup that you know is
microwave-safe. Close the door.
2. Turn the microwave on for 30 seconds only.
3. After 30 seconds, carefully check to see if
the water has warmed up.
If the water has not warmed up but the utensil
has, the utensil is not microwave-safe and
should not be used in the microwave.
4. Do not use your hands to touch the utensils
as it may already be hot.
NOTE: Your microwave comes with a microwave
safe grill rack. If you want to use another
grill rack, please carry out this test to
ensure that it is microwave safe.
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microwave heating categories
Your microwave oven has been tested and labelled to meet the government’s voluntary
agreement on the reheating of pre-cooked food.
The heating characteristics and output power levels of microwave ovens are usually
calculated using a relatively large portion of food (a 1000 gram load, IEC 705) but many
packs of pre-cooked food are sold in smaller packs, often about 350 grams.
The government, in partnership with food companies and microwave manufacturers,
have set up a system of heating categories to help you choose the reheating time for
pre-cooked food.
800W is the output power of the microwave
oven.
E is the heating category for your microwave
oven.
Check the cooking times for category E on
the food’s packaging to see how long it should
be cooked for. Please see below example for
reference.
To Microwave:
To Microwave from frozen:
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Heat on full power.
Remove outer packaging.
Pierce film lid SEVERAL TIMES.
Place on a microwaveable plate.
Heat on full power.
Stir or turn halfway through heating.
Stir or turn halfway through heating.
Heating
Category
Wattage
(IEC 705)
Heating
Category
Wattage
(IEC 705)
B
2
D
2
650W
750W
B
3
D
650W
750W
Full power
(in minutes)
Full power
(in minutes)
2
2
2.5
3
2.5
Stir / Turn
Stir / Turn
1.5
Stir / Turn
Stir / Turn
Stir / Turn
Stir / Turn
Full power
(in minutes)
Full power
(in minutes)
2
2
1
1.5
4
1
3.5
1
4
1
3.5
Standing time
(in minutes)
Standing time
(in minutes)
1
1
1
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steam
When you microwave food, steam is created as
water in the food heats up and evaporates.
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The steam formed during microwave cooking is
entirely safe. It has to escape from the
microwave to prevent pressure from building up
inside the oven. It does this through the vents
on the back of the microwave and from around
the door.
condensation
As the steam cools, you may find the
condensation gathers in small pools inside your
microwave and on the work surface beneath the
door and vents.
Always dry the microwave after cooking foods
with a high moisture content.
Your microwave is designed to let steam escape
from the vents and around the door without
microwave energy escaping. (Fig 1)
There is no danger of microwave energy
escaping with the steam.
product overview
control panel
door button
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control panel overview
LED display
Shows the clock,
cooking time
and setting.
defrost by weight button
Use this button to defrost
food by weight.
microwave/grill/
combination button
Use this button to select
the function of microwave,
grill, microwave and grill
combination.
defrost by time button
Use this button to defrost
food by time.
clock/pre-set button
Use this button to set
the clock and to preset
cooking time.
time/power/weight
dial
Use this dial to set time,
cooking power and food
weight.
auto menu button
Use this button to choose the
auto menu programs.
stop/clear button
Use this button to stop
cooking and clear
start/ express cook
button
Use this button to
cooking settings.
quick start cooking by
increments of 1 minute.
Each press adds 1 minute.
Use this button to also
start/restart cooking.
Accessories
part numbers 252100500498 part number 256511700002
and 252200200008
part number 261800304771
Microwave
/
Combination
Oven
Glass Turntable
x 1
Instruction Manual
x 1
Grill Rack
x 1
Turntable Ring
x 1
K23GSS10
DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service.
If you have query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
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checking your microwave
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Check your microwave after unpacking.
NOTE: For your safety, the microwave stops if
the oven door is opened during cooking.
Close the door and press the start/
express cook to continue the cooking
cycle.
1. Push the button to open the oven door.
Put the turntable ring inside the oven and
place the glass turntable on top of the ring.
The turntable is shaped to sit securely on the
spindle. (Fig 1)
You must always use the glass turntable
and turntable ring whenever you use the
microwave.
Place a cup of water on the glass turntable.
Make sure the cup is microwave safe - it
should not have any decorative metal trim.
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2. Close the oven door.
3. Press the stop/clear button to clear any
settings that have already been made. (Fig 2)
4. Press the start/express cook once
to start a simple 1-minute microwave
cooking cycle and that allows you to check
the operation of the microwave oven.
5. When the cooking cycle has finished, the
water should be hot (be careful when you
take the cup out of the microwave). Press
the stop/clear button to clear any settings.
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clock setting
When the microwave is connected to the mains power, the LED display will show
0:00, and it will sound once. Please ensure you have set the clock prior to use.
Please follow the steps below to set the clock.
1. Press the clock/pre-set and the hour
figures will flash.
2. Turn the time/power/weight
dial to adjust the hour figures. The
input time has to be within 0-23.
3. Press the clock/pre-set and the
minute figures will flash.
4. Turn the time/power/weight
dial to adjust the minute figures, the
input time has to be within 0-59.
5. Press the clock/pre-set again to
1, 3, 5
complete the clock setting.
: will start flashing and the time will
illuminate.
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setting the child lock
This feature prevents the electronic operation of the microwave by locking the
operation of the control panel until you have cancelled it.
Please follow the steps below to set the child lock.
1. Press the stop/clear button for 3
seconds and a long tone will sound.
The LED display will also show
to indicate the microwave has set the
child lock.
2. To release the child lock, press the
stop/clear button again for 3 seconds
and a long tone will sound to indicate
that the microwave has released the
child lock.
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microwave cooking
For simple Microwave Cooking, follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to use 80% microwave power to cook for 20 minutes.
1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once
and the LED display will show P100.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to
change the power level to P80.
3. Press the micro/grill/combi
button again to confirm the microwave
power level.
1, 3
4. Turn the time/power/weight dial
to adjust the cooking time until the LED
display shows 20:00.
5. Press the start/express cook
button to confirm and start cooking.
6. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to cancel
the setting.
2, 4
5
Microwave/Grill/Combination Button
Control (For Microwave Cooking)
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Order
LED Display
Microwave
Power
1
2
3
4
5
P100
P80
P50
P30
P10
100%
80%
50%
30%
10%
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grill or combination cooking
For Grilling, follow the steps below.
1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once
and the LED display will show P100.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to change
the cooking setting to G.
1, 3
3. Press the micro/grill/combi button
again to confirm the grill cooking setting.
4. Turn the time/power/weight dial
to adjust the cooking time.
5. Press the start/express cook
button to confirm and start cooking.
6. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to cancel the
setting.
2, 4
5
For Combination Cooking, follow the steps
below.
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1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once
and the LED display will show P100.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to change
the cooking setting to C-1 or C-2.
3. Press the micro/grill/combi button
again to confirm the cooking setting.
4. Turn the time/power/weight dial
to adjust the cooking time.
5. Press the start/express cook
button to confirm and start cooking.
6. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to cancel
the setting.
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Microwave/Grill/Combination Button Control
(For Grill and Combination Cooking)
Order
LED
Display
Microwave
Power
Grill
Power
6
7
8
G
0%
100%
45%
70%
C-1
C-2
55%
30%
Please note there are only 2 modes of
combination cooking and their microwave and
grill powers are shown on the table above.
For instance: If you want to do 55% microwave
power and 45% grill power cooking (C-1) for 10
minutes, please follow the steps below.
1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once
and the LED display will show P100.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to
change the cooking setting to C-1.
1, 3
3. Press the micro/grill/combi button
again to confirm the cooking setting.
4. Turn the time/power/weight dial
to adjust the cooking time until the LED
display shows 10:00.
5. Press the start/express cook button to
confirm and start cooking.
6. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to cancel
the setting.
2, 4
5
NOTE: The microwave will sound twice to
indicate it has reached the half way
stage of the cooking cycle, this is
normal.
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In order to obtain better grilling
performance for your food, please
turn your food over periodically.
Press the stop/clear button once to
stop cooking and open the door. Then,
turn your food over and close the door.
Press the start/express cook button
to continue cooking.
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multi-stage cooking
For Multi-Stage Cooking, please follow the steps below.
For instance: If you want to defrost your food for 5 minutes and then to cook it with
80% microwave power for 7 minutes.
NOTE: You can only set 3 stages for
Multi-Stage Cooking. If defrosting is one
of the stages, then it will set as the first
stage.
1. Press the defrost by time button to
initiate the multi-stage cooking with defrost
as the first stage. The LED display will show
dEF2.
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2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to adjust
the defrosting time until the LED display
shows 5:00.
3. Press the micro/grill/combi button
once and the LED display will show P100.
1
Turn the time/power/weight dial to change
the microwave power level to P80.
4. Press the micro/grill/combi button
to confirm the microwave power level.
5. Turn the time/power/weight dial to adjust
the cooking time until the LED display shows
7:00.
7
6. Press the start/express cook
2, 3, 5
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button to confirm and start cooking. The
microwave will sound once to indicate it
has started the defrosting count down. The
microwave will sound again as it starts the
microwave cooking (the second stage). Once
completed, the microwave will sound five
times to indicate the completion.
7. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to cancel
the setting.
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delay start cooking (program set in advance)
For Delay Start Cooking, follow the steps below.
For instance: The current time is 12 o’clock (noon) and you want to cook with 80%
microwave power for 5 minutes in 1 hour and 30 minutes time.
NOTE: You can only set 3 stages for
Delay Start Cooking. We do not
recommend to set Defrost as one of
those stages. Ensure the oven door is
closed prior to setting the program.
1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once
and the LED display will show P100.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to change
the power level to P80 as well.
1, 3a
3. a Press the micro/grill/combi
button to confirm the microwave power
level.
b Turn the time/power/weight
dial to adjust the cooking time until the
LED display shows 5:00.
4a, 5a
ATTENTION: Do not press the start/express
cook button at this point.
2
3b
4. a Press the clock/pre-set button to
4b
preset the starting time for the cooking.
5b
The hour figure will flash first.
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b Turn the time/power/weight
dial to adjust the starting time until the LED
display shows 13:00.
5. a Press the clock/pre-set button to
preset the starting time for the cooking.
The minute figure will flash first.
b Turn the time/power/weight
dial to adjust the starting time until the LED
display shows 13:30.
6. Press the start/express cook button to
complete the setting. The microwave
will sound when the count down reaches
the starting time and cooking will start
automatically.
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auto cooking
This feature allows you to cook most of your food based on the food category and the
weight. Select the category and choose the default weight of the food. For quick reference
of the cooking time and the default weight, please refer to the Auto Menu table.
auto menu
1. Press the auto menu button to select
the Auto Menu program required. The
LED display will show A-1.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial
to choose your chosen program.
Please refer to the Auto Menu table for
information.
3. Press the auto menu button again to
confirm.
4. Turn the time/power/weight dial
again to choose the default weight for
1, 3
2, 4
your chosen program. Please refer to the
Auto Menu table for information.
5. Press the start/express cook
button to confirm and start cooking.
6. Press the stop/clear button once to stop
and hold the cooking. Press again to
cancel the setting.
5
6
For instance: If you want to cook 350g of fish
using the Auto Menu program, please follow
the steps below.
a. Press the auto menu button once and
turn the time/power/weight dial to
select the Auto Menu program for fish.
The LED display will show A-3.
b. Press the auto menu button again
to confirm the program selection.
c. Turn the time/power/weight dial
again to select the default weight for A-3
program until the LED display shows 350.
d. Press the start/express cook
button to confirm and start cooking.
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NOTE: The density and thickness of food can affect its cooking time. Ensure all food
is piping hot and cooked thoroughly before serving. It is essential that food is
checked during and after the recommended cooking time, even if Auto Menu
was used.
Auto Menu table
Cooking
Time
Menu
Weight
Display
Comments
200g
400g
600g
200g
300g
200
400
600
200
300
1:40
A-1
Auto Reheat
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly
before consuming. Additional cooking
time may be required for thicker pieces.
3:00
4:30
3:30
4:20
• Only use suitable microwavable
containers and cling film in the
microwave oven.
• Ensure to check the cooking regularly
to make sure the water does not boil
over.
A-2
Vegetables
400g
400
5:10
250g
350g
450g
250g
350g
450g
250
350
450
250
350
450
3:50
4:50
6:20
4:10
5:10
6:30
A-3
Fish
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly
before consuming. Additional cooking
time may be required for thicker pieces
of fish.
A-4
Meat
Make sure food is cooked thoroughly
before consuming. Additional cooking
time may be required for thicker pieces
of meat.
50g of Pasta
+
450ml of Cold
Water
• Only use suitable
microwavable
50g
50
17:30
20:00
containers and
cling film in the
microwave oven.
• Ensure to check
the cooking
regularly to make
sure the water
does not boil over.
A-5
Pasta
100g of Pasta
+
800ml of Cold
Water
100g
100
200g
400g
600g
200g
200
400
600
200
4:40
8:40
For best results, pierce the potatoes’
skin before cooking. Once the potatoes
are cooked, wrap them in aluminium foil
for at least 5 minutes to ensure they are
cooked thoroughly.
A-6
Potatoes
10:10
2:30
A-7
Pizza
This setting is designed for re-heating
cooked pizza slices (not frozen pizza).
400g
200ml
400ml
400
200
400
4:10
2:00
3:10
A-8
Soup
Only use suitable microwavable
containers and cling film in the
microwave oven. Pierce the film with a
fork before cooking.
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quick start cooking
This feature allows you to quickly cook your food for 1 minute with 100% microwave
power. Please follow the steps below.
1. Press the start/express cook
button to start the quick start cooking.
Press the button again to add another
minute. You may increase the cooking
time up to 95 minutes.
1
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defrosting
This feature allows you to defrost your frozen foods simply by entering the weight or time.
You may wish to place the frozen food on a microwave safe plate or dish before placing it
on the defrost rack (not supplied in this microwave package). This is to ensure that any
liquids released during defrosting will not spill and dirty the interior of the oven.
defrost by weight
1. Press the defrost by weight button once and the
LED display will show dEF1.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to adjust the
weight of your food. The default range is 100g to
2000g.
1
3. Press the start/express cook button to start
defrosting.
TIPS: Large items may be frozen in the centre.
Therefore, to ensure even thawing, turn them
1
over from time to time and break them into
smaller pieces during defrosting.
You will need to press the stop/clear button
once to hold the defrosting program and open the
oven door. After you rotate the food, you need to
press the start/express cook button to restart
defrosting.
2
3
4
Place roasts fat-side down or whole poultry
breast-side down.
Drain liquids during defrosting as the juices from
food can get hot and cook the food.
4. Press the stop/clear button once to stop and hold
the defrosting. Press again to cancel the setting.
defrost by time
1. Press the defrost by time button once and the
LED display will show dEF2.
2. Turn the time/power/weight dial to set the
defrosting time.
3. Press the start/express cook button to start
defrosting.
4. Press the stop/clear button once to stop and hold
the defrosting. Press again to cancel the setting.
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querying the cooking function
This feature allows you to check and view the current power, time and pre-set time of your
selected cooking program.
to find out the current cooking power
1. Press the micro/grill/combi button once and
the LED display will show the current cooking
power while the oven is in either microwave,
grill or combination cooking. It will last for 4
seconds and then return to its original display.
1
to find out the time
2. Press the clock/pre-set button once and the
LED display will show the time while the oven
is in either microwave, grill, combination, or
auto menu cooking. It will last for 4 seconds
and then return to its original display.
2, 3
to find out the pre-set time
3. While the oven is still in the pre-set state, press
the clock/pre-set button once and the LED
display will show the pre-set time. It will last for
4 seconds and then return to its original display.
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cleaning your
Cleaning your microwave after each time you use it will help to prevent
Unplug your microwave from the mains and wait for
On the right hand side wall of the cavity is the wave guide cover,
It is important that this wave guide cover is kept clean at all times.
Make sure you keep the outlet grids clean.
The oven walls have a special enamel
coating which makes cleaning very
easy. Use a soft damp cloth to wipe off
any splashes or a paper towel to mop
up any spills. Wipe off grease with a
damp cloth and a little detergent. Dry
thoroughly. As with any oven, if grease
is left to accumulate, it can smoke and
even catch fire.
Wash racks in warm water.
Do not use very hot water on
the racks which could make
them warp.
Clean behind the door ledge.
Keep the inside of the door clean with a
damp cloth. Use warm soapy water for
stubborn marks and dry thoroughly.
The inside of the door has a special
coating and must not be cleaned with
abrasive pads or cleaning powders.
Treat the glass turntable as you would any glass plate. After you have used it
for more than 15 minutes, allow it to cool down before you use it again. Do
not wash the turntable in very hot water, this could crack it.
Make sure the turntable is dry before you put it back in the oven.
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microwave
a build up of stubborn marks that can be difficult to clean.
it to cool down completely before cleaning.
microwaves are passed through this to enable your food to cook.
Wipe it with mild detergent and water and leave to dry.
Be careful not to spill water into the vents.
Keep the front of the oven clean so that
the door can close properly.
Do not remove
wave guide
cover: It is
important to
keep the cover
clean in the
same manner
as the inside
of the oven. If
grease is left
to accumulate,
it can smoke
and even catch
fire.
Unplug the oven
before cleaning
the power lead
and the oven.
Wipe with a damp
cloth and leave to
dry before
Use warm soapy water to clean the
outside of the oven. Do not use
abrasive pads or powders that could
scratch the surface.
plugging it back in.
NOTE: Do not remove any fixed parts from the inside of your microwave oven
during cleaning or at any other time.
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troubleshooting
If a problem does occur, it may often be due to something very minor. The following Q & A
maybe able to resolve the problem.
questions and answers
Q. Why doesn’t the food seem to cook?
Q. Why does my oven sometimes take
longer to cook than it says in the recipe?
A. Check that:
• the cooking time has been set A. First check that the oven was set just as
• the door is closed the recipe said.
• the mains socket is not overloaded causing Cooking times and heat settings are
the fuse to blow.
suggestions to help prevent overcooking
but differences in the weight, size, shape
Q. Why does the food seem undercooked or and starting temperature of food will all
overcooked?
affect how long it takes to cook – just as it
does with a conventional oven. Use your
judgement along with the recipe to check
whether the food has been cooked properly.
A. Check that:
• the correct cooking time has been set
• the correct power setting has been used.
Q. Why do I get condensation on the inside
of the oven door?
Q. How can I stop eggs from popping?
A. When you cook or poach eggs in the
microwave, the yolk can sometimes pop as
steam builds up inside it. You can stop the
egg from popping by piercing the yolk with a
toothpick before cooking.
A. Condensation is perfectly normal,
especially when you are cooking food with
a high moisture content such as potatoes.
Q. Does the microwave energy get through
the window on the door?
Never cook eggs that are still in their shells.
Q. Why is it so important that I allow
standing time after cooking?
A. No. The door has a special metal screen
with holes in that lets you see inside but
stops microwave energy from getting out.
A. With microwave cooking, many foods
build up enough heat inside them to continue
cooking even after they have been taken out
of the oven. Microwave cooking works from
the outside of food inwards, standing time
Q. Steam comes out of the side of the door
and vents. Can microwave energy get out
too?
lets you cook the centre of the food just right A. No. The door and vents are carefully
without the outside being overcooked.
designed to let steam out during cooking but
keep microwave energy in. The gaps are not
big enough for microwave energy to escape.
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questions and answers
Q. What happens if the microwave is
switched on while the oven is empty?
A. The microwave will be damaged. Do
not switch the microwave on when there is
nothing inside the oven. It is a good idea to
keep a cup of water in the oven just in case
someone accidentally starts the microwave.
Q. Why doesn’t the oven light illuminate?
A. Open the door. If the light does not
illuminate, the bulb has probably blown. Call a
qualified technician – do not try to change the
bulb yourself.
Q. There are sparks inside the oven when I
use the microwave. Will this cause any
damage?
A. Yes. Make sure that you are not using any
metal utensils and that your containers don’t
have a metal trim. You must not use metal in
your microwave, except foil, when you cook.
Q. Light is showing through the vents and
door. Does this mean the microwave
energy can escape?
A. No. It is normal for the light to be visible
and is nothing to be concerned about.
Q. Why do I get interference on my TV and
radio when I use the microwave?
A. Microwave ovens use radio waves similar
to those received by TVs and radios. You
can lessen the interference by moving your
microwave further away from the TV or radio.
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specification
Input
230-240V ~50Hz
750-800 Watts
2450MHz
Output
Microwave Frequency
Outside Dimensions
410mm x 485mm x 287mm
(width x deep x height)
Power consumption
Microwave
Grill
1200-1250 Watts
950-1000 Watts
Complies with EEC directives 89/336/EEC and 92/31/EEC.
Because we continually strive to improve our products, we may change specifications without prior notice.
The highest quality requirements are placed on our appliances. However, should a malfunction occur for
which you cannot find any information in the operating instructions, please contact the store where you
purchased your appliance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer
providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the
environment and health deriving from an inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent
materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder
of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a
crossed-out wheeled dustbin.
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With over 1 million spares and accessories available we can deliver direct to your door the very next day.
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0870 6001 338
(UK customers only)
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NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below,
please quote their corresponding part numbers:
Replacement Part
glass turntable
turntable ring
grill rack
Part Number
252100500498
252200200008
256511700002
261800304771
instruction manual
DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service.
If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line
0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 117 (Pixmania).
DSG Retail Limited • Maylands Avenue
Hemel Hempstead • Herts • HP2 7TG • England
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