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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AND COOKING GUIDE
EM-Z2100GS
Microwave Oven
Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven.
If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many
years of good service.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 2 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 allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces. (c) Do not operate the oven if it
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SAFETY SET UP OPERATION COOKING GUIDE MAINTENANCE ESPAÑOL 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ■ Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven.............................................4 ■ Important Safety Instructions......................................................5 ■ Grounding Instructions ................................................................6 ■ Utensils.......................................................................................6-7 SETT
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 4 SAFETY PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN •The oven must be level. • Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven. • The turntable and turntable roller rest must be in the oven • Do not do home canning in this during cooking. microwave oven as it is impossible to be sure all contents of the jar • Place the cookware gently on have reached boiling temperature. the turntable and handle it carefully to avoid possible •Do not use this microwave
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SAFETY 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 the 15. When cleaning surface of door and appliance. oven that come together when closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive 2. Read and follow
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 6 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding DANGER reduces the risk of electric shock by providing Electric Shock Hazard an escape wire for the electric current. This •Touching some of the appliance is equipped with a cord having a internal components grounding wire with a grounding plug. The can cause serious plug must be plugged into an outlet that is personal injury or prope
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SAFETY 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 7 COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE MICROWAVE COMBINATION COOKWARE GRILL COOKING COOKING Yes Yes Yes Heat-resistant glassware Heat-resistant Heat-resistant only. glassware glassware only. Glassware Make sure there is no only. Make sure there metallic trim. is no metallic trim. No Yes No May be used for shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat Aluminum Foil or poultry to prevent and Foil overcooking. Arcing ca
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 8 SET UP NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity. Your oven comes with the following accessories: 1 Turntable 1 Instruction Manual 1 Turntable roller rest 1 Grill Rack Grill Rack Door Handle Use Grill Rack Door Safety Locks • Pull handle gently to open door. while using Shuts off oven • When you open the door during GRILL only. power if door cooking process, the cooking is opened d
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SET UP 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 9 INSTALLATION Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged. NOTE: This unit is not designed for 50 Hz or any circuit other than a 120-volt/ 60-Hz AC circuit. This oven is designed for countertop installation. Countertop Installation 1. Select a level surface that • Leave a minimum clearance of provides enough open space for 8 inches above the
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 10 OPERATION CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (1) POWER LEVEL (1) (2) (3) Use to set microwave power levels other than 100%. (2) DEFROST Preprogrammed to defrost meat, poultry and fish. (3) GRILL Use to cook and heat foods. (4) COMBO 1 (5) Microwave 30% + Grill 70%. (5) COMBO 2 (4) Microwave 55% + Grill 45%. (6) SET WEIGHT SET CLOCK (6) Use to enter quantity or weight. Use to set the clock. (7) START (7) Press START after entry to start oven. Press S
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OPERATION 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 11 SETTING CLOCK To set the correct time of day, follow the steps below. Example: To set 3 :15 Step Procedure Keypad/Display Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK SET WEIGHT and hold for 3 seconds. Press 1 SET CLOCK again for 24 hour clock. 3 Enter the correct hour by turning the 2 Rotary Dial. SET WEIGHT Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK. 3 SET CLOCK : 15 Enter the correct minute by turning 4 the Rotary Dial. Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK. 3:15 5 Note:
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 12 MICROWAVE TIME COOKING This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. The oven can be programmed for up to 60 minutes 00 seconds. In addition to 100% (maximum power level), you can select different microwave power from 5 levels. Example: To cook at 80% power level for 20 minutes: Step Procedure Keypad/Display 20:00 Enter a cooking time in minutes and 1 seconds by turning the Rotary Dial to the right. Press P
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OPERATION 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 13 MICROWAVE MULTISTAGE COOKING Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different power levels to get better results. You can program oven for 2 cooking stages. Each stage can be programmed with a different power level and time. Step Procedure Keypad/Display 10:00 Follow steps 1 and 2 for TIME COOKING for the first stage. (do not press START) 1 POWER LEVEL Example: To cook for 10 minutes at 80% (Press POWER LEVEL two
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 14 AUTO MENU COOKING The nine Auto Menus are preprogrammed to cook or reheat a variety of popular foods with a minimum number of steps. Enter the desired AUTO MENU by turning the Rotary Dial to the left. The AUTO MENUS allow you to cook several quantities or weights of food. After you select an AUTO MENU, press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK to enter quantity or weight. Please see Auto Menu Cooking/ Reheating Guide for suggestions for food preparation on
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OPERATION 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 15 PIZZA SLICES Reheating 1-3 pizza slices. Step Procedure Keypad/Display Enter A3 by turning Rotary Dial to the left. 1 Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK to enter desired quantity. Press once 1 slice SET WEIGHT 2 Press twice 2 slices SET CLOCK Press three times 3 slices Press START. START 3 POTATO 1-4 medium size potatoes. Step Procedure Keypad/Display Enter A4 by turning Rotary Dial to the left. 1 Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK to enter desired
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 16 CHICKEN 8 oz. – 4 lbs. 8 oz. chicken Step Procedure Keypad/Display Enter A7 by turning Rotary Dial to the left. 1 SET WEIGHT Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK. 2 SET CLOCK Enter weight of food by turning Rotary Dial to the 3 right. Weight can be entered in 8 oz. increments. Press START. START 4 BEEF 8 oz. – 4 lbs. 8 oz. beef Step Procedure Keypad/Display Enter A8 by turning Rotary Dial to the left. 1 SET WEIGHT Press SET WEIGHT/SET CLOCK. 2 SET CLOC
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OPERATION 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 17 AUTO MENU COOKING/REHEATING GUIDE Starting Item Special Notes Temp. Place cups, mugs, or bowls with liquids in oven Room/ uncovered. Stir after reheating. Be careful when Beverage Refrigerated handling or drinking liquids immediately out of oven as contents will be hot. Unfold the bag and place in oven according to package Popcorn directions. Do not leave the oven unattended when Room popping popcorn. Pop only 1 popcorn bag
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 18 DEFROST DEFROST allows you to easily defrost meats, fish and poultry by eliminating guesswork in determining defrosting time. Follow the steps below for easy defrosting. Procedure Display Food Minimum and Maximum weight Press DEFROST once d 1 Meat 2 oz. – 5 lbs. (enter in 2 oz. increments) Press DEFROST twiced 2 Poultry 2 oz. – 6 lbs. (enter in 2 oz. increments) Press DEFROST three d 3 Fish 2 oz. – 2 lbs. (enter in 2 oz. increments) times E
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OPERATION 25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 19 DEFROSTING CHART Standing Item During Defrosting Time Meat Ground beef Turn over. Remove defrosted portion. 5 -10 minutes Liver Drain Liquid. Separate pieces. 10-15 minutes Roasts Turn over. Cover ends with foil. 20-40 minutes Sirloin steak Turn over. 5 -10 minutes Rib or T-bone Turn over. 10-20 minutes Flank Steak Turn over. 5 -10 minutes Stewing meat Break apart. 5 -10 minutes Poultry Turn over. Cover ends with foil. Rinse C
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25941_EM_Z2100GS manual.qxd 7/7/05 8:32 AM Page 20 COMBINATION COOKING (GRILL & MICROWAVE) COMBO 1 uses a combination of 30% microwave and 70% grill. COMBO 2 uses a combination of 55% microwave and 45% grill. COMBO 1 Use COMBO 1 for cooking foods such as chicken, frozen foods, scalloped potatoes, etc. You may enter a cooking time up to 60 minutes. Step Procedure Keypad/Display Press COMBO 1. COMBO 1 1 Enter a cooking time in minutes and seconds by 2 turning the Rotary Dial to the right. Pre
