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Avoid harmful exposure to microwave energy by ensuring door seals are intact and clean.
Details safe operation for children, persons with reduced capabilities, and proper cord management.
Covers service safety, risks of sealed containers, ignition hazards, suitable utensils, and placement.
Explains electrical shock hazards from improper grounding and requirements for safe installation.
Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords to maintain safety during operation.
Steps for cleaning the oven cavity, accessories, and door using appropriate methods.
Warning regarding personal injury from improper service and guidance on testing utensils.
Identifies and lists the components and accessories included with the microwave oven.
Provides instructions and precautions for correctly installing the turntable assembly.
Details clearance, ventilation, and location requirements for safe and optimal installation.
Step-by-step guide to setting the oven's clock time.
Instructions for using the kitchen timer feature for timed cooking or other tasks.
Guide to selecting power levels and time for standard microwave cooking.
Instructions for using the grill function, including time adjustment and food turning.
Steps for using convection cooking, including preheating temperature and time settings.
Guide to using convection cooking without preheating the oven.
Instructions for using various combination cooking modes (Microwave, Grill, Convection).
Procedure for defrosting food based on its weight.
Instructions for defrosting food using a specific time setting.
Guide to selecting and using the pre-programmed auto menus for various dishes.
Instructions for using the Healthy Fry function with specific menu items.
Guide to using the quick start feature for immediate cooking at 100% power.
Details on activating and deactivating the ECO mode and child lock feature.
Information on the timeout behavior when cooking programmer is set but not started.
Describes common phenomena like TV interference and dim oven light during operation.
Addresses issues with the oven not starting, checking power cord and outlet.
Provides solutions for the oven not heating, including door closure and fuse checks.
This document serves as an owner's guide for the Dawlance DW-550AF Microwave Oven, a 900-watt appliance designed for household and similar applications. It provides essential information on safe operation, installation, cleaning, and cooking functions, ensuring users can effectively utilize and maintain their microwave oven.
The Dawlance DW-550AF is a versatile microwave oven that offers multiple cooking modes, including microwave, grill, convection, and combination cooking, as well as defrosting and auto menu functions. It is designed to heat and cook food and beverages efficiently.
Microwave Cooking: This is the primary function, allowing users to cook food using microwave energy. The oven offers various power levels, from 10% to 100%, enabling precise control over cooking intensity. Users can set cooking times up to 95 minutes.
Grill Cooking: The grill function is ideal for browning and crisping food. When using the grill, the oven may prompt users to turn the food over halfway through the cooking time to ensure even grilling. A grill rack is provided for this purpose, but it should only be used with the glass tray and not during microwave-only functions.
Convection Cooking (with and without preheating): This mode transforms the microwave into a traditional oven, using circulating hot air to cook food evenly. It is recommended to preheat the oven to the desired temperature (ranging from 140°C to 230°C) before placing food inside for optimal results. The oven will alert the user when the preheating temperature is reached. Convection cooking can also be used without preheating.
Combi. Cooking: This function combines microwave, grill, and/or convection cooking to achieve specific results. The manual outlines different combination modes (C-1 to C-4), each with a unique blend of cooking methods. For example, C-1 combines microwave and grill, while C-2 combines microwave and convection.
Defrost by Weight (W.T.): This feature allows users to defrost food based on its weight, with a range of 100g to 2kg. The oven automatically calculates the appropriate defrosting time.
Defrost by Time: Users can manually set a defrosting time, up to 95 minutes, for items where weight-based defrosting is not suitable.
Auto Menu: The oven includes a selection of pre-programmed menus (A1 to A10) for common dishes, simplifying the cooking process. These menus often specify the weight of the food and automatically set the appropriate power and cooking time. For certain auto menus, like cake baking, the oven may require preheating and will prompt the user to add the food at the correct time.
Healthy Fry: This specialized function allows for healthier frying options, often requiring preheating. Similar to convection cooking, the oven will signal when it's ready for the food to be placed inside.
Quick Start: For immediate cooking, the oven offers a quick start function that initiates cooking at 100% microwave power for 30 seconds with each press, allowing for rapid heating or adding time to ongoing cooking.
Clock Setting: Users can set the current time in a 24-hour format.
Kitchen Timer: A separate timer function is available for general kitchen use, independent of cooking operations.
ECO Function: This energy-saving feature turns off the screen when the oven is in standby mode.
Lock-out Function for Children: To prevent accidental operation, especially by children, the oven can be locked by pressing a specific button combination.
The Dawlance DW-550AF is designed for user-friendly operation with an electronic control panel.
Control Panel: The oven features a control panel with buttons for various functions (e.g., "MICROWAVE," "GRILL," "CONVECTION/COMBI," "DEFROST," "AUTO MENU," "HEALTHY FRY," "CLOCK/KITCHEN TIMER," "CONFIRM/+30S/START," and "STOP/CANCEL") and a rotary knob for adjusting settings like time, temperature, and power. The screen displays relevant information such as cooking time, power level, temperature, and menu selections.
Turntable System: The oven is equipped with a glass tray and a turntable ring assembly, which must always be used during cooking to ensure even heating. Food and containers should be placed directly on the glass tray. The turntable should never be restricted or placed upside down.
Safety Interlocks: The oven incorporates safety interlocks to prevent operation when the door is open, minimizing exposure to microwave energy.
Audible Alerts: The oven provides audible signals for various events, such as the completion of preheating, the halfway point of grilling (to prompt turning food), and the end of a cooking cycle.
Installation: The oven is intended for freestanding use and requires specific clearances for proper ventilation: a minimum installation height of 85cm, 30cm above the oven, and 20cm from adjacent walls. It should be placed against a wall at the rear. Blocking the intake or outlet openings can damage the oven. It is also advised to place the oven away from radios and TVs to avoid interference.
Utensil Compatibility: The manual provides a comprehensive list of materials suitable and unsuitable for microwave cooking. Microwave-safe materials include specific types of glass, ceramic, and plastic. Metallic containers, aluminum foil (except for shielding small areas), and certain paper products are generally to be avoided during microwave cooking due to the risk of arcing or fire. A "Utensil Test" procedure is outlined to help users determine if a non-metallic utensil is safe for microwave use.
Regular cleaning and proper care are crucial for the longevity and safe operation of the Dawlance DW-550AF microwave oven.
Cleaning the Oven Cavity: The interior of the oven should be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth after each use. For stubborn food deposits, a cleaning tip suggests placing half a lemon in a bowl with water and heating it on 100% microwave power for 10 minutes, then wiping the cavity clean with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning Accessories: The glass tray and turntable ring assembly can be cleaned in soapy water.
Door and Seals: The door frame, door seals, and neighboring parts require careful cleaning with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of soil or cleaner residue, which could affect the sealing surfaces and lead to hazardous situations. Harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers should not be used on the oven door glass to avoid scratching or shattering it.
General Cleanliness: The manual emphasizes the importance of maintaining the oven in a clean condition, as failure to do so can degrade the surface, adversely affect the appliance's lifespan, and potentially lead to hazardous situations.
Lamp Replacement: If the lamp needs replacing, the appliance must be switched off to avoid electric shock.
Troubleshooting: A troubleshooting guide is included to help users identify and resolve common issues, such as the oven not starting, not heating, or interfering with TV/radio reception. It also addresses normal occurrences like steam accumulation or dim oven light during low-power cooking. For more complex issues, it advises consulting a qualified electrician or serviceman.
Disposal: The product should be disposed of according to the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive, meaning it should not be discarded with household waste but sent to designated WEEE collecting points.
General| Capacity | 20 Liters |
|---|---|
| Turntable | Yes |
| Power Levels | 5 |
| Defrost Function | Yes |
| Cooking Levels | 5 |
| Weight | 10.5 Kg |
| Type | Digital Microwave Oven |
