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Cuisinart CMW-200 User Manual

Cuisinart CMW-200
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Cuisinart
®
Convection
Microwave Oven with Grill
CMW-200
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION AND
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Cuisinart CMW-200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCountertop Microwave Oven
Capacity0.7 cubic feet
Wattage700 watts
TurntableYes
PresetsYes
Power700 watts
Turntable Diameter10 inches
ColorStainless Steel
Child LockYes
Cooking ModesDefrost, Reheat, Popcorn, Beverage
Warranty3-year limited

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Basic safety precautions for microwave oven use, including grounding, installation, and handling.

Fire Prevention Measures

Measures to prevent fire in the oven interior, including not overcooking and handling ignitions.

Delayed Eruptive Boiling Hazards

Hazards of overheated liquids and precautions to avoid delayed eruptive boiling and burns.

Microwave Energy Exposure Precautions

Door Safety and Integrity

Precautions to avoid microwave energy exposure, focusing on door safety and integrity.

Servicing and Unit Cleanliness

Guidelines for servicing and maintaining the oven, emphasizing qualified personnel and cleanliness.

Special Cord Set Instructions

Grounding and Electric Shock Hazards

Warnings about electric shock hazards related to grounding and internal components.

Grounding Instructions

Proper Grounding Procedures

Instructions for proper grounding of the appliance to prevent electric shock.

Extension Cord Usage Guidelines

Guidelines for using extension cords, including rating and safety arrangements.

Important Safeguards

General Operational Precautions

General precautions for safe operation, including placement, turntable use, and cleanliness.

Specifications

Parts and Accessories

Oven Component Identification

Identification of the main components and accessories included with the oven.

Turntable Installation Guide

Step-by-step guide for correctly installing the turntable and ring assembly.

Countertop Installation Requirements

Recommendations for safe and proper countertop installation, including clearances.

About Your Oven

Operating Precautions

Precautions regarding electronic interference and proper power outlet connection.

Oven Usage and Characteristics

Information on oven operation, including turntable function, heating, and condensation.

General Usage Notes

Notes on oven temperature, appropriate use for food preparation, and what not to do.

Cookware Guidelines

Cookware Suitability by Mode

Chart detailing which cookware materials are suitable for microwave, convection, and combination cooking.

Materials to Avoid in Microwave

List of materials to avoid in the microwave oven due to arcing or fire risks.

Materials You Can Use in Microwave

Arcing and Plastic Cookware Safety

Explanation of arcing, its causes, and guidelines for using microwave-safe plastic cookware.

Container Safety and Testing

Safety precautions for containers and a method to test material safety for microwaving.

About Microwave Cooking

Cooking Techniques and Timing

Tips for microwave cooking, including food arrangement, timing, and covering food.

Stirring, Turning, and Standing Time

Guidance on stirring, turning food, and utilizing standing time for optimal cooking.

About Food

Food Preparation Dos and Don'ts

Recommendations and warnings for preparing specific foods like eggs, popcorn, and baby food.

About Safety

Food Temperature Guidelines

Internal temperature guidelines for ensuring food safety and proper cooking of various meats and dishes.

Handling Hot Food and Oven Safety

Safety tips for handling hot food, preventing burns, and general oven usage precautions.

Operating Instructions

Setting the Clock

Instructions for setting the 12-hour clock on the microwave oven.

Setting the Kitchen Timer

Guide to setting and using the kitchen timer function for cooking durations.

Microwave Cooking

Power Level Selection

Guide to selecting microwave power levels from 10% to 100%.

Setting Cooking Time

How to set the cooking time for microwave cooking, up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Express Cooking and Keep Warm Features

Express Cooking Overview

Explanation of the Express Cook feature for simplifying food preparation.

Keep Warm Function

Description of the Keep Warm feature to maintain food temperature.

Defrost Functions

Defrost by Weight

Steps for using the defrost function by entering the weight of the food.

Defrost by Time

Steps for using the defrost function by setting a specific defrosting time.

Multi-Stage Cooking

Programming Multi-Stage Sequences

Guide to programming up to three cooking functions in sequence.

Convection Cooking

Convection Cooking Insights

Turntable and Airflow Considerations

Guidelines for turntable use and avoiding interference with convection airflow.

Cookware and Preheating Advice

Advice on using appropriate cookware and preheating for convection cooking.

Roasting Meat and Poultry Tips

Tips for roasting meat and poultry, including rack position and splatter reduction.

Convection Settings

Convection Cooking with Preheating

Instructions for preheating the oven before starting convection cooking.

Convection Cooking Without Preheating

Steps for using convection cooking directly without a preheating phase.

Special Convection Settings

Convection Roast Function

Guide to using the Convection Roast function for meats and poultry.

Convection Fast Bake Function

Steps for using the Convection Fast Bake function for dishes like casseroles.

Grilling Functions

Grill Combination Options

Overview of grilling options, including pure grill and combination modes.

Grill/Microwave Combination Cooking

Instructions for using grill functions and combination cooking modes.

Special Features and Express Cook

Express Cook Preset Settings

Introduction to Express Cook preset settings for simplifying food preparation.

Select Functions Overview

Explanation of how Express Cook selections are categorized into microwave and convection.

Microwave Express Cook Food Guides

Usage guides for Popcorn, Potato, Beverage, and Reheat functions.

Convection Express Cook Food Guides

Fresh and Frozen Vegetables

Instructions for cooking fresh and frozen vegetables using Express Cook.

Roast Chicken Preparation

Guidance for roasting chicken using the Express Cook function.

Cake and Pizza Express Cook

Instructions for baking cakes and cooking pizza using Express Cook settings.

Other Features

Child Lock Functionality

Information on the child lock feature to prevent unintended operation.

Memory Functions

Saving Cooking Procedures

Steps for saving custom cooking procedures into the oven's memory.

Running Saved Procedures

How to run previously saved cooking procedures from memory.

Care and Cleaning

Helpful Cleaning Hints

Helpful tips for maintaining the cleanliness of the oven interior.

Cleaning Interior Surfaces

Instructions for cleaning the oven walls, floor, window, and door parts.

Removable Turntable Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning the removable turntable, shaft, and ring assembly.

Exterior Cleaning and Maintenance

Outside, Panel, Door, and Cord Care

Instructions for cleaning the oven's exterior, control panel, door, and power cord.

Troubleshooting

Start and Arcing Issues

Troubleshooting for oven not starting and arcing or sparking problems.

Food Cooking Consistency Problems

Troubleshooting for unevenly cooked, overcooked, and undercooked food.

Defrosting and Other Issues

Troubleshooting guide for improper defrosting and other operational issues.

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