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Dynamic Cooking Systems, Inc.
Microwave Oven
Use and Care Guide
Model: MO-24SS
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For Customer Assistance To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. MODEL NUMBER __________________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________________________ DEALER _________________________________________________ TELEPHONE ________________________
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Co nt e nt s For Customer Assistance.......................... 1 QUICK RECIPES RECIPES ..................... 19-20 Precautions to Avoid Possible ................. 1 DEFROST ................................................. 21-22 Exposure to Excessive SUPER DEFROST CHART ...................... 21 Microwave Energy DEFROST CHART ................................... 22 Contents...................................................... 2 BEVERAGE .............................................. 23 Important
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Important Safety Inst ru ct ion s 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: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING 16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: THE APPLIANCE. a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend to appliance when paper, plastic or other 2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS combusti
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Unpacking and Installation Inst ruc t io n s OVER OVEN INSTALLATION Unpacking and Examining Your Oven Remove: all packing materials from inside the oven cavity; however, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the right cavity wall. Read enclosures and SAVE the Operation Manual. Check the oven for any damage, such as mis- TOP OF MICROWAVE aligned or bent door, SHELF damaged door seals and sealing surfaces, MICROWAVE 1" CUTOUT broken or loose door (25MM) hinges and latches and de
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Unpacking and Installation Inst ruc t io n s (about 100 pounds). The floor should be level for Outlet should NOT be in the shaded area as indicated. proper operation of the oven. Be sure to check the 1. If the dimension of DEPTH (C) is more than 21", the local building code as it may require that the open- outlet location may be any area on the rear wall. ing be enclosed with sides, ceiling and rear parti- 2. The floor of the opening should be constructed of tion. The proper functioning of the o
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Information You Need To Know ABOUT YOUR OVEN for the exterior of the oven to be warm to the touch This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully and always save it for reference. when cooking or reheating. Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset. Room humidity and the moisture in food will influence Check it for microwave cooking principles, techniques, hints and recipes. the amount of moisture that condenses in the oven. Generally,
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Information You Need To Know ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many The following coverings are ideal: pieces already in your kitchen can be used success- • Paper towels are good for covering foods for re- fully in your new microwave oven. Make sure the heating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon. utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. • Wax paper can be used for cooking and Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking reheating. and
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Information You Need To Know ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING • Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards • Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway outside of dish. through cooking both from top to bottom and from the center of the dish to the outside. • Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food • Add standing time. Remove food from oven and severely overcooked can smoke or ignite. stir, if possible. Cover for standing time which allows t
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Part Names MICROWAVE OVEN PARTS CONTROL PANEL The two-line, Interactive Display spells out operating steps and shows cooking hints. When HELP is lighted in the display, touch the HELP MENU pad to read a specific hint which may assist you. 12-15 25 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 Turntable motor shaft 7 Removable
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Before Operating • Before operating your new microwave oven make sure you read and understand this operation manual completely. • Before the oven can be used, follow these procedures: 1. Plug in the oven. Close the door. The oven display will show WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK. : 2. Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad. will appear. 3. Set clock. TO SET THE CLOCK STOP/CLEAR Touch the STOP/CLEAR pad to: • Suppose you want to enter the correct time of day 12:30 (A.M. or P.M.). 1. Erase
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Manual Ope ra tio n TIME COOKING TO SET POWER LEVEL There are eleven preset power levels. Your oven can be programmed for 99 minutes and 99 seconds (99.99). Always enter the seconds after Using lower power levels increases the cooking time the minutes, even if they are both zeros. which is recommended for foods such as cheese, milk • Suppose you want to cook for 5 minutes at 100%. and long slow cooking of meats. Consult cookbook or recipes for specific recommendations. PROCEDURE DISPLAY TOUCH PO
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Sensor DCS's Sensor is a semi-conductor device that detects Covering Foods: the vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from the food Some foods work best when covered. Use the cover as it heats. The sensor adjusts the cooking times and recommended in the SENSOR chart for these foods. power level for various foods and quantities. 1. Casserole lid. Using Sensor Settings: 2. Plastic wrap: Use plastic wrap recommended for microwave cooking. Cover dish loosely; allow 1. After oven is plugged in, wait
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Sensor SENSOR CHART FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE POPCORN 1 package Use only popcorn packaged for microwave oven use. Try several brands to decide which you like the best. Do not try to pop unpopped kernels. 1.5 - 3.5 oz bag Touch POPCORN pad and then START. SENSOR REHEAT 4 - 36 oz 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 a
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Sensor SENSOR CHART (CONTINUED) FOOD PROCEDURE AMOUNT POULTRY: Boneless .5 - 2.0 lb Use boneless breast of chicken or turkey. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Touch POULTRY, number 1 and START pads. When oven stops, rearrange. Re-cover and touch START pad. After cooking, let stand, covered, 3 to 5 minutes. Poultry should be 160°F. Bone-in .5 - 3.0 lb Arrange pieces with meatiest portions toward outside of glass dish or microwave safe rack. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Touch POULTRY, number 2
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Sensor 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 shrimp in 2-quart, covered casserole. 2 Microwave using FISH/SEAFOOD. Drain and set aside. 3 Combine tomato puree, tomato paste, basil, oregano, s
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Other Cooking Features Your oven has 6 convenience pads to assist with meal preparation. There are some foods in the BREAKFAST MENU, LUNCH MENU, DINNER MENU and QUICK RECIPES that use the sensor. See the sensor cooking infor- mation on page 12. For foods not using the sensor, follow the directions in the Interactive Display to enter quantity. BREAKFAST MENU AND LUNCH MENU BREAKFAST MENU and LUNCH MENU are for cook- NOTE: ing and heating popular foods that take a short 1. Heat rolls/muffins setti
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Other Cooking Features * BREAKFAST MENU CHART (CONTINUED) IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO ENTER AMOUNT. FOOD AMOUNT PROCEDURE 3. HOT CEREAL 1 - 6 servings Use individual packets or bulk cereal in your favorite variety: oatmeal, oat bran, cream of wheat, farina or wheatena. Follow package directions for the correct amount of water or milk. To prevent boil overs, it is very important to choose a large container because microwave cooking of cereal causes high boiling. If the oven stops, stir and touch START
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Other Cooking Features DINNER MENU AND QUICK RECIPES DINNER MENU and QUICK RECIPES each offer five simple-to-prepare but great tasting meals. Follow the 3 START Touch START pad. specific directions on the Recipe Card and in the Inter- active Display. When the oven stops, the display will show the • Suppose you want to use DINNER MENU to cook 4 instruction number on the Recipe Card. Saucy Chicken. Follow the CHECK INSTRUC- PROCEDURE DISPLAY instructions on the RECIPE TIONS 2 DINNER SEE Recipe Car
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Other Cooking Features 3. FIESTA CHILI 1 11-ounce can of Mexican corn, drained 1. Place in a 3 quart casserole: 1 15-ounce can chili with beans 1 1 /4 pounds ground turkey 1 to 3 teaspoons chili powder 1 /2 cup diced onions 1 Stir together well. Re-cover. Touch START. /2 cup diced red pepper Break up turkey and stir in onions and red pepper. 3. At end, stir well. Cover. Touch DINNER MENU, number 3 to select Serve over cooked rice or nacho chips. Top with 2 cups FIESTA CHILI and then touch START.
