User manual SMEG SU45MCX

[. . . ] Instructions for Use Microwave SU45 MCX USA USA Dear Customer: Before going any further, we want to thank you for preferring our product. We are sure that this modern, functional and practical microwave oven, manufactured with top quality materials, will fully meet your expectations. We ask you to read the instructions in this booklet very carefully as this will allow you to get the best results from using your microwave oven. KEEP THE DOCUMENTATION OF THIS PRODUCT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Always keep the instruction manual handy. [. . . ] Glass tray: useful for cooking cakes, pizza and confectionery and for collecting fat from foods placed on the shelf above. The glass tray can only be used over the Shelf or directly onto the cavity floor. Browning Plate: useful for microwave cooking food that requires bottom heat. It can also be used for frying bacon, eggs, sausages, etc 20 USA Instructions for the User 11 RECOMMENDED COOKING TABLES 11. 1 Cooking with Microwaves Warning!Read the section "Safety Precautions" before cooking with your microwave. Follow these recommendations when cooking with microwaves: Before heating or cooking foods with peel or skin (e. g. apples, tomatoes, potatoes, sausages) prick them so that they do not burst. Before using a container or dish make sure that it is suitable for microwave use (see the section on types of ovenware). You should therefore set just the cooking time necessary and you must keep a close eye on the cooking process. It is not possible to heat large quantities of oil (frying) in the microwave. Remove pre-cooked food from the containers they come in since these are not always heat resistant. If you have several containers, such as cups, for example, set them out uniformly on the turntable plate. When heating or cooking foods, check that they reach at least a temperature of 158°F. During cooking, steam may form on the oven door window and may start to drip. This situation is normal and may be more noticeable if the room temperature is low. After you have finished cooking, clean up the water coming from the condensation When heating liquids, use containers with a wide opening, so that the steam can evaporate easily. Prepare the foods as per the instructions and keep in mind the cooking times and power levels indicated in the tables. Keep in mind that the figures given are only indicative and can vary depending on the initial state, temperature, moisture and type of food. It is advisable to adjust the times and power levels to each situation. Depending on the exact characteristics of the food you may need to increase or shorten the cooking times or increase or decrease the power levels. 21 Instructions for the User USA 11. 1. 1 Cooking with microwaves. . . Keep in mind that: Double the quantity » double the time Half the quantity » half the time 2. Cooking will be more uniform if the food is evenly distributed on the turntable. [. . . ] If they are very dirty, soak them first of all and then use a brush and sponge. Make sure that the turntable plate and the respective support are always clean. Do not switch on the oven unless the turntable and the respective support are in place. 34 USA Instructions for the User 13 EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE Occasionally, the oven will require minor servicing procedures or the replacement of parts subject to wear and tear, such as gaskets, light bulbs, etc. The specific operations for each procedure of this kind are provided below. [. . . ]