This document is an instruction manual for the DAEWOO Microwave Oven, models KOR-91RBK-1, KOR-91RBS-1, and KOR-91RBW-1. It provides comprehensive information on the safe operation, installation, and maintenance of the appliance, along with detailed instructions for various cooking functions.
Function Description:
The DAEWOO Microwave Oven is designed for heating food and beverages. It offers a range of cooking modes including microwave cooking, grilling, and combination cooking (microwave + grill). It also features specific functions for defrosting by weight or time, and auto-cook menus for common items like popcorn, potatoes, frozen vegetables, beverages, meat (chicken, beef, pork), dinner plates, and frozen pizza. The appliance is intended for household and similar applications, such as staff kitchen areas, hotels, motels, residential environments, farmhouses, and bed and breakfast establishments.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model: KOR-91RBK-1 / KOR-91RBS-1 / KOR-91RBW-1
- Rated Voltage: 230V~50Hz
- Rated Input Power (Microwave): 1450W
- Rated Output Power (Microwave): 900W
- Rated Input Power (Grill): 1000W
- Power Levels: 11 available power levels (0% to 100%)
- Maximum Cooking Time: 99 minutes and 99 seconds for most functions.
- Defrost Weight Range: 100g to 2000g
Usage Features:
The microwave oven is equipped with a control panel featuring numerical keys and dedicated function buttons.
- Clock Setting: Users can set the current time (12-hour system) using the "Clock/Kitchen Timer" button and numerical keys.
- Kitchen Timer: A separate kitchen timer function allows setting a countdown timer up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds, independent of cooking programs.
- Microwave Cook: This function allows users to set a specific cooking time and select from 11 power levels (PL0 to PL10, where PL10 is 100% power). The power level can be adjusted during cooking.
- Grilling Cooking: The "Grill/Combo" button activates the grill function ("G-1"), allowing users to set a grilling time. The oven pauses halfway through grilling, prompting the user to turn the food for better results.
- Combination Cooking: Two combination modes are available:
- Combi.1 (C-1): 55% microwave power + 45% grill power.
- Combi.2 (C-2): 36% microwave power + 64% grill power.
- Speedy Cooking:
- Instant cooking at 100% power for 1 to 6 minutes by pressing corresponding number pads.
- Instant cooking at 100% power for 30-second increments by repeatedly pressing "START/+30SEC.".
- Full microwave power cooking can be initiated after setting time with "Time Cook" and then pressing "START/+30SEC.".
- Weight Defrost (dEF1): Defrosts food based on weight input (100g to 2000g).
- Time Defrost (dEF2): Defrosts food based on a set time (00:01 to 99:99), with a default microwave power level of 3, which can be adjusted.
- Auto Cook Menus: Dedicated buttons for "Popcorn," "Potato," "Frozen Vegetable," "Beverage," "Meat," "Dinner Plate," and "Frozen Pizza" allow for pre-programmed cooking based on quantity or weight.
- Multi-stage Cooking: Up to two cooking stages can be set. If defrosting is included, it is automatically placed as the first stage. Auto cooking menus cannot be used in multi-stage cooking.
- Memory Function: Allows users to save up to three cooking procedures (one or two stages) for quick access.
- Inquiring Function: During cooking, users can check the current time (Clock/Kitchen Timer) or the current microwave power level (Power).
- Cooking End Reminding Function: The oven beeps five times when cooking is finished.
- Lock Function for Children: A child lock can be activated/deactivated by pressing "STOP/Cancel" for 3 seconds, preventing accidental operation.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning:
- The interior cavity should be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth after each use.
- Accessories should be cleaned regularly with soapy water.
- The door frame, seal, and adjacent parts require careful cleaning with a damp cloth.
- Abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers should not be used on the oven door glass.
- A cleaning tip involves heating half a lemon in 300ml of water at 100% microwave power for 10 minutes, then wiping the oven with a soft, dry cloth to remove odors and facilitate cleaning.
- General Maintenance: The oven should be cleaned regularly, and food deposits removed to prevent deterioration of surfaces and potential hazards.
- Safety Interlocks: Users are warned not to tamper with or break the safety interlocks.
- Damaged Door/Seals: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until repaired by a competent person.
- Power Cord: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons.
- Lamp Replacement: The appliance must be switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid electric shock.
- Disposal: The product should not be disposed of with household waste but sent to WEEE collecting points.
Safety Precautions:
The manual emphasizes several safety precautions, including:
- Never operate the oven with the door open.
- Do not place objects between the oven front face and the door.
- Liquids and other foods should not be heated in sealed containers.
- Exercise caution when heating food in plastic or paper containers due to the risk of ignition.
- Only use microwave-safe utensils.
- If smoke is emitted, switch off/unplug the appliance and keep the door closed.
- Stir or shake contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars and check temperature before consumption.
- Do not heat eggs in their shell or whole hard-boiled eggs.
- Do not install the appliance behind a decorative door to avoid overheating.
- Only use the recommended temperature probe if applicable.
- The oven should not be placed in a cabinet unless tested for cabinet installation.
- When operated with a decorative door, it must be open.
- Avoid drying food or clothing, or heating warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth, etc., as this can lead to injury, ignition, or fire.
- Metallic containers are not allowed during microwave cooking.
- Do not clean with a steam cleaner.
- The appliance is intended to be freestanding, with its rear surface placed against a wall.
- Accessible surfaces may be hot during operation.
- Children should only use the oven under adult supervision when in combination mode due to high temperatures.
- Proper grounding is essential to prevent electric shock.
- Do not operate the unit without food inside.
The manual also includes a troubleshooting guide for common issues like TV interference, dim oven light, steam accumulation, and the oven not starting or heating.
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