DCS MO24SS manual

Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Model: MO-24SS Dyn a m i c C o o k i n g Sy s t e m s, In c. 2.DCS MO24SS / B268 10/31/2001, 4:24 PM 32[...]

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 object between the oven front face and the door or a[...]

2 For Customer Assistance .......................... 1 Precautions to Avoid Possible ................. 1 Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Contents ...................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions ................... 3 Unpacking and Installation Instructions .. 4-5 Grounding Instructions ..................[...]

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: SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAU- TI[...]

4 Unpacking and Examining Y our Oven Remove: all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however , DO NOT REMOVE THE W A VEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures and SA VE the Operation Manual. Check the oven for any damage, such as mis- aligned or bent door , damaged door seals and sealing surfaces, broken o[...]

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 electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of e[...]

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 large dish could be placed in the oven. The turnt[...]

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 and reheat- ing. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to[...]

8 ABOUT MICROW A VE 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 suggestions: paper towels, wax paper , micro[...]

9 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 T urntable motor shaft 7 Removable turntable support Carefully place the turntable support in the center of the oven floor . 8 Re[...]

10 This is a 12 hour clock. If you attempt to enter an incorrect clock time, will appear in the display . T ouch 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 CLOCK after the power is reinstated. If this [...]

11 Touch START/ TOUCH START pad. Enter cooking time. 5 0 0 Touch START/ TOUCH START pad. Enter defrosting time. 5 0 0 30 PERCENT 5.00 5.00 x 8 MANUAL DEFROST If the food that you wish to defrost is not listed on the DEFROST CHART or is above or below the limits in the “Amount” column on the DEFROST CHARTS (page 21 and 22), you need to defrost m[...]

12 DCS'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 minutes before using SENSOR. 2. Be sure the exterior of the cooking contai[...]

13 1.5 - 3.5 oz bag SENSOR CHAR T FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 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 such as stews. After reheating, stir well, if possible. Foods should be ve[...]

14 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 o z SENSOR CHAR T (CONTINUED) FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey . Cover with vented plastic wr[...]

15 SENSOR 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 thinly sliced fresh basil leaves Parmesan cheese 1 / 2 teaspoon oregano 1 Place shr[...]

16 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 PROCEDURE DISPLA Y 1 Touch BREAKFAST MENU pad. 2 NOTE: 1. Heat rolls/muffins setting has 2 choices. Follo[...]

17 FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 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) BREAKF AST MENU CHART (CONTINUED) Use this pad to warm rolls, muffins, biscuits, b[...]

18 1. SAUCY CHICKEN DINNER MENU RECIPES (RECIPES SERVE 6) DINNER MENU and QUICK RECIPES each offer five simple-to-prepare but great tasting meals. Follow the specific directions on the Recipe Card and in the Inter- active Display . • Suppose you want to use DINNER MENU to cook Saucy Chicken. DINNER MENU AND QUICK RECIPES PRESS START SEE RECIPE CA[...]

19 3. FIEST A 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 DINNER MENU, number 3 to select FIESTA CHILI and then touch START. 2. At pause, drain and add to the casserole: 8 ounces chunky salsa 1 1[...]

20 QUICK 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 and celery) 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch thin strips Cover. Touc[...]

21 NOTE: 1. T o 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 1 1. 2. Any setting in the DEFROST can be programmed with More or Less T ime Adjustment. T ouch the POWER LEVEL pad once or twice before touching ST ART/TOUCH ST ART pad. 3. T ouch HELP [...]

22 DEFROST CHAR T FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE Remove any thawed pieces after each stage. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes. 4. GROUND MEA T .5 - 3.0 lb After each stage, rearrange and if there are warm or thawed portions, shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any meat or fish that is almost defrosted. Let stand, covered, for 10 to [...]

23 SEE LABEL BEVERAGE enables you to SENSOR REHEA T coffee or tea to a more suitable drinking temperature or to make instant coffee or tea. • Suppose you want to SENSOR REHEA T 2 cups of coffee. BEVERAGE PROCEDURE DISPLA Y 1 Touch BEVERAGE pad. 2 NOTE: 1 . BEVERAGE can be programmed with More or Less T ime Adjustment. T ouch the POWER LEVEL pad o[...]

24 START TOUCH START PROCEDURE 1 Then enter second cooking time. Touch POWER LEVEL pad 6 times for 50% power. 2 First enter cooking time. Then touch POWER LEVEL pad for 100% power. 500 POWER LEVEL POWER LEVEL Touch START/ TOUCH START pad. 3 NOTE: 1. If 100% is selected as the final sequence, it is not necessary to touch the POWER LEVEL pad. 2. If y[...]

25 LANGUAGE ST ANDARD OF WEIGHT NUMBER Once English LBS ENGLISH LB T wice English KG ENGLISH KG 3 times Spanish LBS ESP ANOL LB 4 times Spanish KG ESP ANOL KG 5 times French LBS FRANCAIS LB 6 times French KG FRANCAIS KG DISPLA Y NOTE: 1. Auto Start can be used for manual cooking if clock is set. 2 . If the oven door is opened after programming Auto[...]

26 HELP Each setting of SENSOR provides a cooking hint. If you wish to check, touch HELP MENU pad whenever HELP is lighted in the Interactive Display for these hints. DEMONSTRA TION MODE T o demonstrate, touch TIMER/CLOCK , the number 0 and then touch ST ART/TOUCH ST ART pad and hold for 3 seconds. DEMO ON DURING DEMO NO OVEN POWER will appear in t[...]

27 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 maintain if wiped frequently with a damp cloth. Avoid t[...]

28 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 _______ (Put your hand over the rear ventilating openings.)[...]

29 Length of Warranty One (1) year parts and labor . The warranty period continues for an additional four (4) years, for a total of five (5) years, with respect to the magnetron tube in the Product for parts only; labor and service are not provided free of charge for this additional period. DCS Will Pay For All repair labor and parts found to be de[...]

30 TIMER CLOCK TIMER CLOCK KEEP WARM 1 T ouch KEEP W ARM pad. 2 Enter the desired time up to 30 minutes. (Ex: 15 minutes) 3 T ouch ST ART/TOUCH ST ART pad. KEEP WARM 15 0 0 1 START TOUCH START 4. GROUND MEA T 5. STEAKS CHOPS OR FISH 6. CHICKEN PIECES 7. ROAST 8. CASSEROLE/SOUP T ouch EXTRA MINUTE for one minute at 100% power or to add a minute duri[...]

31 Continuously touch ST ART/ TOUCH START pad for 100% power cooking. Remove finger and oven will stop instantly . TOUCH START START TOUCH START Con t r o l P a n e l Gu i d e FOOD AMOUNT 1 T ouch BREAKF AST MENU pad. 2 Select desired food. (Ex: touch the number 3 pad for hot cereal.) 3 T ouch number 2 pad for 2 servings. 4 T ouch ST ART/TOUCH ST A[...]