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User’s Manual
1.1 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Convection Microwave
Model: OTM1101VBS
PTT041207
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 INSTALLATION GUIDE 4 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 5 PRODUCT DIAGRAM 5 CONTROL PANEL 6 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 SPECIAL FEATURES 9 COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE 14 COOKING TECHNIQUES 15 CLEANING AND CARE 17 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE 18 SPECIFICATIONS 18 ATTENTION: This microwave has a special convection cooking function. This is different from normal microwave cooking.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MICROWAVE When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the microwave. 2. This microwave must be grounded. Connect only to property grounded outlets. 3. Install or place this microwave only in accordance with installation instructions. 4. Some products, such as sealed glass jars, may explode and should not be heated in this
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 23. This microwave should be serviced only by qualifi ed service personnel. 24. When cleaning microwave surface and door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY 1. Do not attempt to operate this microwave with the door open. Door open operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. 2. Do not place any objects between the mic
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This microwave must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in risk of electric shock. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS • The electrical requirements for this microwave are a 120V, 60Hz, AC only, 20 amp. • It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the microwave be provided. • The microwave is equipp
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CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY SCREEN: Cooking time, power, indicators, and present time are displayed. COMPU COOKING: Instant settings to cook/defrost particular foods. POWER LEVEL: Used to set cooking power level. GRILL: Used to set a grill-cooking program. CONVECTION: Used to set convection cooking ROAST: Used to roast food. TIMER: Timer functions independently, even while a cooking program is in progress. COOK: Used for multi-staged cooking. Enables cooking at multiple power levels and
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SETTING THE CLOCK 1. Touch CLOCK. 2. Use the number pads to enter the correct time. You must touch at least three numbers to set the clock (one for the hour, two for the minutes). 3. Touch CLOCK again. Notes: • This is a 12-hour clock. When the microwave is fi rst plugged in or when power resumes after a power outage, the display will show ENTER CLOCK TIME. If you prefer to not have the clock displayed, touch RESET. • You can check the clock time while cooking is in
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) GRILL 1. Touch GRILL the appropriate number of times to select the grill setting. (see chart below) 2. Use the number pads to enter the desired cook time. 3. Touch START/1 MIN PLUS to start cooking. Press once Top grill Press twice Top and bottom grill CONVECTION During convection cooking, hot air is circulated around the oven cavity to brown and crisp food evenly. This is different than using the normal microwave cooking function. Cooking times will vary.
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SPECIAL FEATURES POPCORN 1. Touch POPCORN. CODE and cooking time appears in the display. POPCORN automatically sets the cooking time for a 3-3.5 oz bag of microwave popcorn. 2. Touch START/1 MIN PLUS. Note: • To change the preset POPCORN time: touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME appears on the display. Touch the number pads to enter minutes and seconds. Touch START/1 MIN PLUS. This new cooking time will remain whenever you use the POPCORN setting. POTATO For 3.5-5 oz potatoes: 1. Touch POT
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SPECIAL FEATURES (continued) COMPU PIZZA 1. Touch PIZZA the appropriate number of times to select the pizza setting. (see chart below) 2. Press START/1 MIN PLUS to start cooking. Press PIZZA Setting Food Quantity 1 time 1. Bake frozen pizza, regular crust 1 2 times 2. Bake frozen pizza, rising crust 1 3 times 3. Bake refrigerated pizza 1 4 times 4. Microwave pizza 1 5 times 5. Reheat pizza* 1-6 slices * When reheating pizza, enter the cook time and press START/1 MIN PLUS COMPU COOK 1. Touch COO
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SPECIAL FEATURES (continued) COMPU DEFROST 1. Touch DEFROST the appropriate number of times to select the food setting. (see chart below) 2. Use the number pads to enter food weight. 3. Press START/1 MIN PLUS to start cooking. To defrost other foods, use 30% power and program defrosting time. Press COOK Items Amount 1 time 1. Ground meat 0.5-3.0 pounds 2 times 2. Steaks, chops, fi sh 0.5-3.0 pounds 3 times 3. Chicken pieces 0.5-3.0 pounds 4 times 4. Roast 2.0-4.0 pounds 5 times 5. Casserole 2-6
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SPECIAL FEATURES (continued) COMPU ROAST 1. Touch ROAST the appropriate number of times to select the food setting. (see chart below) 2. Use the number pads to enter food weight. 3. Press START/1 MIN PLUS to start cooking. During cooking, you may hear beeps telling you to turn food over for even cooking. Press ROAST Food Setting Quantity 1 time 1. Chicken, turkey (whole) 2.5-7.0 pounds 2 times 2. Pork loin 2.0-3.5 pounds 3 times 3. Turkey breast 3.0-6.0 pounds 4 times 4. Beef eye or round 2.0-4
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SPECIAL FEATURES (continued) ADD COOK TIME For non-pre-programmed cooking, you can add cook time by pressing START/1 MIN PLUS. The cook time increases by one minute per touch. SETTING MICROWAVE TIMER 1. Touch TIMER. 2. Enter the amount of time by touching the number pads. 3. Touch START/1 MIN PLUS Notes: • The time countdown can be seen in display for three seconds before clock or cooking time is returned to the display. • Touch TIMER and then RESET to cancel timer during process. SETTING CH
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COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE This section lists which utensils can be used in this microwave, which have limited use for short periods, and which should not be used in this microwave. RECOMMENDED Microwave browning dish -- Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish. Microwaveable plastic wrap -- Use to retain steam. Leave a small opening for some steam to escape and avoid placing it directly on the food. Pap
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COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE (continued) NOT RECOMMENDED Glass jars and bottles -- Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter and cause damage and injury. Paper bags -- These are a fi re hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use. Styrofoam plates and cups -- These can melt and leave unhealthy reside on food. Plastic storage and food containers -- Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave. Metal utensils -- These can damage your
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COOKING TECHNIQUES (continued) SHIELDING • Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. • Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking dishes. • Use only small mounts of aluminum foil, as larger amounts may damage your microwave. TURNING • Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. • This is especially important when cooking large foods such as roasts. STANDING • Foods
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CLEANING AND CARE 1. Turn off the microwave and unplug the power cord from the wall when cleaning. 2. Keep the inside of the microwave clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to microwave walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild detergents may be used if the microwave gets very dirty. Avoid using spray or other harsh cleaners may stain, streak, or dull the door surface. 3. The outside of the microwave should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Before asking for service, please check each item below: • Check to ensure the microwave is plugged in securely. If not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in again securely. • Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance. • Check to ensure the control panel is programmed correctly and the timer is set. • Check to ensure the door is secure
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© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved. ® Oster is a registered trademark of Sunbeam Products, Inc. used under license. Distributed by Petters Consumer Brands, LLC. 4400 Baker Road, Minnetonka, MN 55343. For service, support and warranty information, in the US call 1-866-866-6283.
