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    USE AND CARE GUIDE MODEL TMW3504WCAN TMW3504WCAN M icrowave Questions Call toll free 1 - 800-233-9054 Monday – Friday , 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. CST www .toastmaster .com ? • 700 W atts • 0.6 Cu. Ft. Capacity • Electronic T ouchpad Contr ols • 10 Power Levels to defrost and cook TMW3504WCAN_IB_Cover_18-11-04 11/18/04 11:20 PM Page 1[...]

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    1. PRECAUTIONS TO A VOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROW A VE 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 o[...]

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    2. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS (Cont.) ◆ As with any appliance, close super vision is necessary when used by children. ◆ Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly , or if it has been damaged or dropped. ◆ This appliance should be ser viced only by qualified servi[...]

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    ADDITIONAL IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS ◆ Oversize foods or oversize metal utensils should not be inserted in a microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock. ◆ Do not clean with metal scouring pads. ◆ Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in this oven when not in use. W ARNING: TO REDUC[...]

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    Dinner ware Glass jars Glassware Microwave-safe only . Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes. Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break. Heat-resistant oven glassware only . Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dis[...]

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    5. Oven cooking bags Paper plates Paper towels Parchment Plastic containers Plastic wrap W ax paper Follow manufacturer’ s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape. Use microwave-safe plates only for short- term cooking/warming only . Do not leave oven unattended while cooking. Use microwave-safe paper towels[...]

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    6. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Materials to Avoid in a Microwave Oven Aluminum pan or tray Food carton with metal handle Metal or metal-trimmed utensils Metal twist ties Plastic foam W ood May cause arcing. T ransfer food into microwave-safe dish. May cause arcing. T ransfer food into microwave-safe dish. Metal shields the food from microwave[...]

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    7. How Y our Microwave Oven W orks (Cont.) The rate of heating depends on the moisture content, shape, volume and amount of food present. Metallic materials totally reflect microwaves. Non-metallic materials such as glass, paper and plastics are partially transparent to microwaves. Microwaves do not directly heat the oven walls and most cooking ute[...]

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    8. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Power Supply 120 V ~ 60 Hz Power Supply 1150 W Microwave Output 700 W Frequency 2450 MHz Input Current 10 AMPS Overall Dimensions 18” x 12 7/16” x 11 1/32” (45,5 cm x 31,6 cm x 28 cm) Open Cavity 12 3/16" x 7 31/32" x 11 5/8" Dimensions (31 cm x 20,25 cm x 29,5 cm) Effective capacity of Micr[...]

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    9. 1. DISPLA Y - Indicates the time of day , cooking time settings and cooking functions. 2. POPCORN & BEVERAGE - Allows you to cook popcorn or beverage without having to select cooking times and power levels. 3. AUTO DEFROST - Is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry and fish up to 4.0 lbs. 4. CLOCK - Allows you to enter the t[...]

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    10. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Before Using For The First Time 1. Read all instructions in this manual carefully . 2. Carefully unpack your Microwave Oven and remove all packaging materials. 3. Place your Microwave Oven on a level sur face such as a countertop or table. Be sure the sides, back and top of the Microwave Oven are at least four [...]

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    11. Using Y our Microwave Oven BEVERAGE AND POPCORN Use this function to cook beverage or popcorn without entering a Cook Time or Power . Display Shows 3.5 oz. Example: To cook a 3.5 oz. bag of microwaveable popcorn 1. Press POPCORN Button once. 3.5 oz will appear in Display . 2. The Oven will pause and automatically begin to operate and the Displa[...]

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    12. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Auto Defrost The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting. For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds you to check, turn o[...]

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    13. Defrosting Tips ◆ For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat and poultry from its original paper or plastic package (wrapper). The wrapper will hold steam and juice close to the foods which can cause the outer sur face of the foods to cook. ◆ For best results, shape your ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing. When defr[...]

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    14. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Timer Cooking Time The Timer operates independently of the Microwave Oven. It allows you to set up to 12 hours time (not Cook Time). Example: T o set Timer for 15 minutes. 1. Press the TIMER Button 2. Press 1 5 0 0 3. Press the S T A R T Button and the Timer will automatically begin to count down. 4. At the end[...]

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    15. Microwave Power Levels Y our Microwave Oven has 10 cooking Power Levels to let you cook and heat a wide variety of foods. Refer to the table below for suggestions: Microwave Power Level T able Power Use Level 10 (High) Boiling water . Making candy . Cooking fish and vegetables. Cooking tender cuts of meat. Cooking whole breast (boned) and porti[...]

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    16. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Stop/Clear Add Minute Display Shows 02:00 P:H1 This simplified control lets you quickly set and start Microwave cooking without pressing the number buttons. If you press “ADD MINUTE”, it will add 1 minute up to 10 minutes at full power . Example: To cook for 2 minutes at 100% power . 1. Press ADD MINUTE But[...]

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    17. Child Lock Display Shows CHILD Y ou can use this safety feature to lock the control panel so that children cannot use the Microwave Oven unsuper vised or when you are cleaning the Microwave Oven. To set CHILD LOCK: 1. Press the ST AR T Button 3 times Press the STOP/CLEAR Button 3 times to Cancel Child Lock Cooking Tips BROWNING Meat and poultry[...]

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    18. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Cooking Tips (Cont.) TURNING Large foods such as roasts, poultr y and chops should be turned over so that the top and bottom cook evenly . ARRANGEMENT Do not stack food. Arrange a single layer on the dish for even cooking. Because dense foods cook slowly , place thicker portions of meat, poultry , fish and vege[...]

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    19. MEA T ◆ No special techniques are required. Meat should be prepared as with conventional cooking. ◆ Always thoroughly defrost meat before cooking (season if desired). ◆ Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or microwave-proof plate and place on the turntable. ◆ Cook according to the Meat Cooking T able (below). Use longer time for[...]

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    20. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Poultr y Microwave Cooking Time power Per Pound CHICKEN Whole 8 12 t o 14 minutes Breast (boned) 8 1 0 to 1 2 minutes Portions 8 1 1 to 13 minutes TURKEY Whole 8 1 3 to 15 minutes NOTE: The times listed above are only a guide. Allow for dif ference in individual tastes and preferences. The times may also var y [...]

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    21. FISH Arrange fish in a large shallow non-metallic dish or casserole. ◆ Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid. ◆ Place the dish on the turntable. ◆ Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh Fish Cooking T able below . Flakes of butter can be added to the fish if desired. ◆ After standing time, check to see that[...]

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    22. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Maintenance Cleaning and Care Routine cleaning will enhance the per formance and reliability of your T oastmaster Microwave Oven. Clean the oven on a weekly basis or more often if needed. To ensure safe and efficient operation, be sure to keep the inner door , door seal, hinges and latches clean and free of foo[...]

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    23. Cleaning and Care of the Microwave Oven Surface Cleaning Surface Door Wipe the window on both sides with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner . Gently wipe around the inside of the door frame, seals, latches and hinges to remove any food particles and condensation. Exterior Clean with mild soap [...]

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    24. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Cleaning and Care of the Microwave Oven (Cont.) Surface Cleaning Surface W ave Guide The wave-guide cover is a light brown mica panel Cover located on the right side of the oven interior . Carefully clean with mild soap and water . Rinse and dr y with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner . Do n[...]

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    25. Question Why does a tone sound when a button on the control panel is pressed? Can my Microwave Oven be damaged if food is cooked for too long? When the Microwave Oven is plugged into the wall outlet for the first time it might not work properly . What is wrong? Why do I see reflection around the outlet case? What are the various sounds I hear w[...]

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    26. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide T roubleshooting (Cont.) Food Question What is wrong when baked foods have a hard, dr y brown spot? Why do eggs sometimes pop? Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dr y after cooking? Is it possible to pop popcorn in a Microwave Oven? Answer A hard, dry brown spot indicates overcooking. Shorten the cooking[...]

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    27. Food (Cont.) Question Is it possible to pop popcorn in a Microwave Oven? (Cont.) Why do baked apples sometimes burst during cooking? Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn during cooking? Why is additional time required for cooking food stored in the refrigerator? Answer • Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for its popcor n popp[...]

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    28. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide Before Calling For Ser vice YOU CAN OFTEN CORRECT OPERA TING PROBLEMS YOURSELF . IF YOUR MICROW A VE OVEN FAILS TO WORK, LOCA TE THE PROBLEM IN THE LIST BELOW AND TR Y THE SOLUTIONS LISTED FOR EACH PROBLEM. Note: If the Microwave Oven still does not work pr operly , please contact Ser vice and Repair located on[...]

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    29. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY W arranty Covera ge: This product is warranted to be free from def ects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty is e xtended only to the or iginal consumer purchaser of the product and is not transf erab le. F or a period of one (1) year from the d[...]

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    30. Microwave Oven Use and Care Guide EVERYBOD Y EA TS. It’s a f act of life. But sometimes preparing meals can become a chore. That’s why TO ASTMASTER has been in vited into millions of kitchens just like yours so we can HELP Y OU MASTER your mixing, baking, grilling, toasting, brewing, heating and serving tasks WITH EASE AND STYLE. The TO AST[...]

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    USE AND CARE GUIDE MODEL TMW3504WCAN TMW3504WCAN M icrowave Questions Call toll free 1 - 800-233-9054 Monday – Friday , 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. CST www .toastmaster .com ? • 700 W atts • 0.6 Cu. Ft. Capacity • Electronic T ouchpad Controls • 10 Power Levels to defrost and cook TMW3504WCAN_IB_Cover_18-11-04 11/18/04 11:20 PM Page 1[...]