Gorenje BM2120AX manual

1 EN Dear Customer: First of all, we woul d like to thank you for preferring our product. We are sure that this modern, functional and pr actical microwave oven, manufactured with the highest quality materials, will live up to your expectations. Please read the instructions in this book carefully, as they will help you to get better results in usin[...]

2 EN Table of contents Safety tips ............................................................................................................................... ............. 3  Installation in structi ons ..................................................................................................... ................ 5  Description of[...]

3 EN Safety tip s • Warning! In order to avoid any type of flame, only use the microwave when you are there to supervise. Very high power levels or very long cooking times may heat the food to excess and cause fires. • If you see smoke or fire, keep the door closed, to put out the flames. Switch off the appliance and remove the plug from the so[...]

4 EN Safety tips The following tips avoid damage to the appliance: • Do not switch on the appliance without the rotating base and respective plate. • Do not switch on the appliance when it is empty. This may result in overload, if there is no food inside. • Only use microwave-safe dishes. • Do not keep any infl ammable object inside the ove[...]

5 EN Inst allation instructions Use the “open” button to open the door and remove all packaging ma terials. Then clean the inside and the accessories with a damp cloth and dry them. Do not use abr asive or strong-smellin g products. Ensure that the foll owing parts are in good condition: • Door and hinges • Front of the microwave • Inner [...]

6 EN Description of the appliance 1. Glass window on the door 5. Open button 2. Catch 6. Slot for rotating base 3. Mica covers 7. Rotating base 4. Control panel 8. Rotating plate[...]

7 EN Advant ages of the microwave oven In a conventional cooker, the heat that is radiated through the resistances or gas burners slowly penetrates the foods fr om the outside in. Therefore, there is a great loss of energy in heating the air, the oven components and the containers holding the food. In the microwave, the heat is generated by the foo[...]

8 EN Instructions for use Warning: Never use the microwave when it is empty, i.e. when it doe s not contain any food. Look at the diagram and proceed as follows: 1. Plug the appliance into an appropriate electrical socket (see tips on the last page). 2. To open the door, press the OPEN BUTTON . The inside lighting of the microwave comes on. 3. Plac[...]

9 EN Function: Microwave 1. Set the function select or to the position that corresponds to the desired power level, according to the following table. Position Power level Power Maximum 800 W Medium 600 W Minimum 320 W Keep hot 130 W 2. Enter the operating time with the help of the ROTATING BUTTON, turning it in any direction. 3. Press the START but[...]

10 EN Defrosting by weight (automatic) 1 . Just use this function to defrost meat, fish and poultry . For other food types like bread and fruit follow the instructions on “Defrosting by weight”. 2 . Set the function selector to the appropriate position . 3 . Indicate the defrosting time by using the ROTATING BUTTON, turning it in any direction.[...]

11 EN During operation... It is possible to open the door of the oven at any moment while the foods ar e being cooked. In this case: • THE PRODUCTION OF MICROWAVES IS AUTOMATICALLY INTERRUPTED; • The timer stops and the screen displays the remaining operating time. If you wish, you may: 1. Move or turn the foods around to improve uniformity of [...]

12 EN Defrosting The following table is a general guideline for the various defrosting and resting times required (to guarantee that the f ood reaches a uniform temperature) according to the type and weight of the foods. It also contains the respective recommendations for defro sting different foods. Food Weight Defrosting Time Resting time Comment[...]

13 EN Defrosting General tips for defrosting 1. Only use microwave-sa fe dishes for defrosting (porcelain, glass, suitable plastic). 2. The tables refer to defrosting of raw foods. 3. The defrosting time depends on the quantity and the height of the food. When freezing foods, prepare for the defrosting process. Distribute the food in par ts that ma[...]

14 EN Cooking with microwaves Before using a co ntainer, check if it is suitable for using in a microwave ov en (see: “What kind of containers may be used?”). Cut the food before starting to prep are it. When heating liquids, use c ontainers with a large neck, so that the steam may evaporat e easily. Prepare foods accordin g to the tips and pay[...]

15 EN Cooking with microwaves Tables and suggestions – Cooking vegetables Food Quantity (g) Added liquid Power (Watt) Power level Time (min.) Resting time (min.) Tips Cauliflower Broccoli Mushrooms 500 300 250 1/8 l 1/8 l - 800 800 800 9-11 6-8 6-8 2-3 2-3 2-3 Spread some butter on top. Cut in slices. Peas & carrots, frozen carrots 300 250 ½[...]

16 EN What type of cont ainers may be used? Microwave function In the microwave function, it is important to remember that the microwaves are reflected by metallic surfaces. Glass, porcelain, ceramic, plastic and paper will allow the microwaves to pass through. Therefore, metallic pans and dishes for cooking or containers with metallic components o[...]

17 EN What type of cont ainers may be used? Table – dishware Operating mode Type of dish Microwave Defrost / heat Cook Glass and porcelain 1) Domestic, non fire-resistant, may be washed in dishwasher yes yes Glazed ceramic Fire-resistant glass and porcelain yes yes Ceramic, earthenware dishes unglazed glazed without metallic decorations yes yes E[...]

18 EN Cleaning and care BEFORE CLEANING the microwave, ENSURE THAT THE PLUG IS NOT IN THE SOCKET. After using the appliance, let it cool off. Do not clean the appliance with abrasive cleaning products, scourers that will scratch the surface or sharp objects. Outer surface : 1. Clean the outer surface with a neutral detergent, lukewarm water and a d[...]

19 EN T roubleshooting The appliance does not function properly: • Is the power plug correctly inserted in the socket? • Is the door properly closed? The door should make an audible click when it closes. • Are there any foreign bodies between the door and the ring? The foods do not heat up or they heat very slowly: • Did you use a metallic [...]

20 EN T echnical Features Description of functions of buttons Symbol Description Power Foods Keep hot 130W Slow defrosting for delicate foods, keeping food hot Minimum 320W Melting butter Heating baby food Medium 600W Cooking vegetables and other foods Cooking and heating carefully, Heating and cooking small quantities Heating delicate foods Maximu[...]