Russell Hobbs RHMD804, User Manual

Page 1: ...Model Number RHMD804 CP Compact Digital Microwave User Guide PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE For Customer Services Spare Parts please call 0345 209 7461 Or visit us at http mda russellhobbs com ...

Page 2: ... overview 14 Microwave oven installation 15 16 Turntable installation 17 18 Control panel 19 How to use the microwave 20 26 Cooking tips 27 Cleaning the microwave 28 Problem solving 29 32 Guarantee customer services 33 Spare parts 34 Connection to the mains supply 35 36 Notes 37 39 Disposal information 40 CONTENTS 2 ...

Page 3: ... gives protection against exposure to microwave energy Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode The appliance and its accessible parts may become hot during use Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements Do not leave the microwave oven unattended while you are using it Do not use the microwave when it is empty This could damage t...

Page 4: ...n the outer case This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge only if they are being supervised or have been given instruction in the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved Children should not play with the appliance Food containing a mixture of fat and ...

Page 5: ... checked before consumption in order to avoid burns Do not heat baby bottles with the teat left on Remove it if replacing the bottle back into the oven Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane such as egg yolks potatoes chicken livers sausages re...

Page 6: ...od or liquids heat up they will release steam or may be spitting Never cover any container fully always leave a gap for steam to escape Do not use plastic containers when heating or cooking foods that contain a lot of fat or sugar Always have the glass tray and turntable support in place when using the microwave oven Do not cook food directly on the glass tray Put food on a suitable plate or in a ...

Page 7: ...cookware and utensils that are approved for use in a microwave oven Do not use the microwave oven for heating utensils plates or dishes Do not cook using a container with a restricted opening such as bottles as they may explode Before you clean your microwave oven turn it off and unplug it Keep the inside of the oven clean When food or liquids stick to the oven walls wipe with a damp cloth We reco...

Page 8: ...the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation You should clean the outside of the oven with a damp cloth Do not allow water to seep into the ventilation openings Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch t...

Page 9: ...e support and oven floor Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and water then dry You can wash the turntable support in mild soapy water Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition especially if liquid is left under the turntable could lead to deterioration of the surface that will adversely affect the life of the appliance that may result in a hazardous condition ...

Page 10: ...is is also extremely easy press the Power button turn the time dial and the Start button will commence the process With the RHMD804 there re added features to enhance your cooking experience As well as simple microwaving and defrosting you can choose from 8 pre set cooking menus that make your life easier Cook anything from popcorn to pizza potatoes and even fish Russell Hobbs understand that not ...

Page 11: ... of the microwave piping hot when your utensils inside the oven stay much cooler The microwaves do not stay in the air or in the food when you open the microwave oven door The microwave oven will work using an ordinary household electrical socket Inside the microwave oven is the magnetron which turns the electrical energy into microwaves Microwaves cannot travel through metal so the inside of the ...

Page 12: ...Rated Output Power Microwave 800W Oven Capacity 17L Turntable Diameter 27cm External Dimensions H x W x D 25 6 x 45 1 x 33 8cm Net Weight Approx 11Kg Number of Power Levels 5 Defrost Accessories Included Turntable coupling Turntable ring Glass turntable Produced for G2S Limited Wigan WN2 4AY ...

Page 13: ...ing with a damp cloth Do not remove place in a dishwasher 2 Check the oven after unpacking for any visual damage such as A misaligned door Damage to the door Dents or holes in the door window and screen Dents in the inside If you can see any damage do not use the oven please call 0345 209 7461 This microwave oven weighs approximately 11Kg so you must put it on a horizontal surface that is strong e...

Page 14: ...ty interlock latches 2 Door assembly and window 3 Glass turntable 4 Microwave top 5 Screen display 6 Turntable coupling 7 Turntable ring 8 Control panel buttons and dial 9 Plastic waveguide cover do not remove 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 5 8 ...

Page 15: ...the reception Plug the oven into a suitable 13 amp mains socket make sure the voltage is the same as on the rating label do not use extension cables or mains socket adaptors The microwave oven should be used freestanding only and must not be built in or used in a cabinet Select a level surface that provides enough space for the outlet vents ...

Page 16: ... Min85cm WARNING DO NOT install the oven over a cooker or other heat or steam producing appliance as this will damage the microwave oven The minimum installation height is 85cm A minimum clearance of 7 5cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls Leave a minimum clearance of 30cm above the oven ...

Page 17: ...ay should align with the turntable coupling 17 TURNTABLE INSTALLATION Before first use check that any securing tape and all packaging has been removed from the glass tray and turntable ring assembly These parts must never be restricted from rotating Never place the glass tray upside down To assemble the turntable follow the steps below in number order ...

Page 18: ...g cooking as shown below Do not place the food directly onto the glass tray always place on or in suitable microwaveable cookware Please check that crockery is microwave safe before using If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly has been damaged in any way please call our Customer Service team on 0345 209 7461 ...

Page 19: ...e until 10 minutes Defrost Clock Press to set a pre set defrost or to set clock Auto Cook Press to select food you want to cook from the auto menu Pause Cancel Press once to pause a cooking cycle or twice to cancel and clear it Start Press to start the cooking process once you have selected a setting Time Weight Dial Turn to select food you want to cook from the auto menu or to select weight for d...

Page 20: ...ost Clock button till the display shows 1 00 and the clock symbol will be displayed 2 Turn the Time Weight dial clockwise until the display shows 8 Press the Defrost Clock button to confirm 3 The display will show 8 00 and the clock symbol will continue to flash 4 Set the minutes by turning the Time Weight dial clockwise until the display shows 08 30 Press the Defrost Clock button to confirm The c...

Page 21: ...r When pressed four times the screen display will show 40P 40 power When pressed five times the screen display will show 20P 20 power 2 Once you have selected your microwave power you can turn the Time Weight dial clockwise to set the cooking time desired 3 Press the Start button to commence cooking The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes To add more time during cooking simply turn the Time Weight ...

Page 22: ... then increases by 1 minute until 10 minutes on full power Defrost function Ensure food is thoroughly defrosted before starting the cooking process To defrost food there are 3 settings to choose from The microwave generally penetrates 4cm into most foods For even defrosting results ensure you turn the food over during the cycle Defrosting generally takes longer than the cooking time of food Defros...

Page 23: ...convenient for simple cooking If the colon on the display is flashing you are able to activate the auto menu by turning the Time Weight dial clockwise This will display A1 A8 You will need to use your discretion regarding food type temperature and weight as times may vary below is a guideline for each auto cooking setting Display Setting Food Type Weights kg Method A 1 Popcorn 0 1 For a bag of cor...

Page 24: ...nction example If the current time is say 12 30 and you want the microwave to cook on full power for 9 and a half minutes at 14 20 1 Select the cooking power by pressing the Power button When pressed once the screen display will show 100P 100 power A 5 Potato 0 45 0 65 To cook potato slices cut into approx 5mm width and length to total weight of approx 0 45kg or 0 65kg Place the slices on a film c...

Page 25: ...ommence at 14 20 Multi sequence cooking function For some recipes results may be better if you wish to cook on different power levels for different times for one dish For example if you wanted to cook for 3 minutes on full power followed by 9 minutes on 20 power 1 Press the Power button once to select 100P 2 Turn the Time Weight dial clockwise to 3 00 3 Press Power button five times to select 20P ...

Page 26: ...t use anything with a metal trim Do not use paper covered wire twist ties on plastic bags Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will absorb microwave energy This may cause the dishes to crack or burn and will slow down the cooking speed Use only cookware that is approved to be used in a microwave oven Do not cook using a container with a restricted opening such as bottles as ...

Page 27: ...d the thinner parts toward the centre spread out as evenly as possible Do not overlap food if possible as this could result in uneven cooking results Cooking length If you are unsure of cooking times it is advisable to start with a short cooking time and monitor cooking progress before adding further time Overcooking could lead to a risk of fire Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before consuming Co...

Page 28: ...trol panel to become wet Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use detergents abrasives or spray on cleaners on the control panel If steam builds up inside or around the outside of the oven door wipe with a soft cloth This may happen when the microwave oven is used in humid conditions Regularly remove the glass turntable to clean it and wash it in warm soapy water Regularly clean the turntable suppo...

Page 29: ...returned to the retailer it was purchased from for a replacement or refund If the microwave power will not work 1 Door is not closed Make sure the door is securely closed Otherwise the microwave will not engage or operate 2 The power has not been set the timer dial has not been turned Set the microwave power by pressing the Power button Select the time by turning the dial and pressing Start to con...

Page 30: ...mally However if the microwave sparks again on first use after the waveguide has been replaced and the microwave cleaned please contact customer services for further advice 2 Metal or foil No metal or foil should be put inside a microwave as it can cause sparking which can damage the microwave The only metal accessories that should be used inside the microwave are the ones supplied by the manufact...

Page 31: ...oid Paint damage peeling Maintenance If the microwave is within its warranty period please contact customer services for further advice or take the microwave back to the retailer it was purchased from for a refund or replacement Light not working Bulb not working Due to the construction of microwaves and certain dangerous components inside the light bulb can only be changed by a qualified service ...

Page 32: ...lacement Turntable not rotating 1 Turntable coupling not fitted or tape not removed Check that the turntable coupling is fitted correctly and the transportation tape has been removed 2 Turntable roller ring not fitted or fitted incorrectly Check that the coupling has be placed under the turntable and that it is position correctly 3 Glass turntable fitted incorrectly Check that the glass turntable ...

Page 33: ...he faulty product must be returned to the place of purchase Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer The following conditions apply The product must be returned to the retailer with the original proof of purchase The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other instructions for use which are supplied It m...

Page 34: ...34 SPARE PARTS Glass turntable Turntable ring Turntable coupling To check the availability of the following spare parts simply contact our friendly Customer Services team on 0345 209 7461 ...

Page 35: ...ck that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage This product is fitted with a 13A plug complying with BS1363 If this plug is unsuitable or needs to be replaced refer to customer services Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code GREEN YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE ...

Page 36: ...minal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The BROWN wire is the LIVE wire and must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured RED Always ensure that the plug cord grip is fastened correctly If a 13A BS1363 fused plug is used it must be fitted with a 13amp fuse conforming to BS1362 and be BSI or ASTA approved If the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a ...

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Page 40: ...on schemes which cater for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within Your co operation is vital to ensure the success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment For your nearest disposal facility visit www recycle more co uk or ask in store for details We reserve the right due to possible changes to design to alter the instruction manual without prior notice For Cust...