Electrolux CGLMV169 - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document is a Use & Care Manual for an Over-the-Range Microwave Oven, specifically models CGLMV169, GLMV169, CPLMZ169, and PLMVZ169. It provides comprehensive information on the appliance's function, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.

Function Description

The microwave oven is designed for heating, cooking, and defrosting food using microwave energy. It features a 1000W output power and operates on a 2450 MHz frequency. The appliance is equipped with a turntable system for uniform cooking and a stirrer fan system. It also includes an exhaust fan for ventilation above a cooking range and a work light/night light for illuminating the cooking surface and kitchen. The microwave oven is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 36" wide or less.

Important Technical Specifications

Model Numbers: CGLMV169, GLMV169, CPLMZ169, PLMVZ169
AC Line Voltage: Single phase 120V, 60Hz, AC only (UL Rating and CUL Rating)
AC Power Required:
- UL Rating: 1640W, 14.2 amps
- CUL Rating: 1500W, 13.0 amps
Output Power: 1000W
Frequency: 2450 MHz
Outside Dimensions (not including handle): 29 15/16" (W) x 16 3/8" (H) x 16 15/16" (D)
Cavity Dimensions: 21" (W) x 8 7/8" (H) x 14 7/16" (D)
Microwave Oven Capacity: 1.6 Cu.Ft.
Cooking Uniformity: Turntable / Stirrer Fan System
Weight: Approx. (net) 55 lb, (gross) 60 lb
Work/Night Light: 2 bulbs, 20W each (incandescent light bulbs)
Safety Certifications: FCC, DHHS, NHW, UL, CULUS, Canadian Standard Association (CSA) certified for CGLMV169 and CPLMZ169.

Usage Features

The microwave oven features a 7-digit Interactive Display that guides users through operating steps and provides cooking hints. A "HELP" indicator lights up to offer specific assistance.

Before Operating: Users must plug in the oven, close the door, and touch the "Clear/Off" pad, then set the clock. The display shows "WELCOME PRESS CLEAR AND PRESS CLOCK" upon initial power-up or after a power interruption.
Clear/Off Pad: Used to erase mistakes, cancel the timer, temporarily stop cooking, return to time of day display, or cancel a program (double-tap).
Time Cooking: Allows programming for up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Users enter the cooking time and then touch the "START" pad.
Power Level: Offers eleven preset power levels (0% to 100%), allowing adjustment for various foods. Lower power levels are recommended for delicate foods like cheese or milk, and for long, slow cooking of meats.
Manual Defrost: For foods not covered by Speed Defrost or Auto Defrost charts, users can manually defrost using Power Level 30%. The general rule of thumb is approximately 4 minutes per pound.
Sensor Cooking: A semiconductor device detects vapor (moisture and humidity) emitted from food to automatically adjust cooking times and power levels for various foods and quantities. This feature works best with dry containers and foods at normal storage temperature. It includes settings for "Sensor Reheat," "Popcorn," "Fresh Veggie," "Ground Meat," "Frozen Entrees," "Frozen Snacks," "Rice," "Fish," and "Poultry."
Sensor Reheat: Reheats foods by detecting vapor. Options include "Turntable On Stirrable" (e.g., macaroni and cheese) and "Turntable Off Non-stirrable" (e.g., lasagna).
Rack: Allows for 2-level cooking/reheating, but manual time and power level settings are required. It is advised to avoid using browning dishes or special features with the rack.
One-Touch Cooking: Features three convenient pads for meal preparation: "Breakfast Items," "Lunch Items," and "Dinner Items."
- Breakfast Items: Prepares popular breakfast foods like scrambled eggs, bacon, hot cereal, heat rolls/muffins (fresh or frozen), and frozen breakfast foods.
- Lunch Items: Heats/cooks foods like meal in a cup, hot dogs in buns, soup, microwave pizza, and frozen sandwiches.
- Dinner Items: Cooks various dinners, including ground beef, chicken, beef or pork, seafood, and vegetarian options, with specific recipes provided in the manual.
Speed Defrost: Rapidly defrosts specific foods (ground meat, boneless poultry, bone-in poultry) based on weight.
Auto Defrost: Automatically defrosts foods like ground meat, steaks/chops/fish, bone-in poultry, roast, casserole, and soup. Users enter the weight, and the oven prompts for turning food over or shielding warm portions.
More or Less Time Adjustment: Allows users to adjust sensor or one-touch cooking settings to be slightly "more done" (touch Power Level once) or "less done" (touch Power Level twice).
START Pad: Initiates cooking at 100% power. Can be used continuously for up to 3 minutes for tasks like melting cheese.
Turntable On/Off: The turntable can be turned off for extra-large dishes that do not rotate.
Timer: Sets a countdown timer independently of cooking functions.
Pause: Allows pausing during multiple sequence cooking.
Auto Fan: The exhaust fan can be set to operate for a specified number of minutes at high or low speed.
Fan Hi/Lo: Manually controls the exhaust fan speed (high, low, or off). The fan automatically activates when heat rises from the range surface units.
Work Light: Turns the light illuminating the cooking surface on or off.
Night Light: Turns a lower-intensity light on or off for ambient kitchen lighting.
Child Lock: Deactivates the control panel to prevent unintended operation. Activated by touching "Help," then "1," then "START." Deactivated by touching "Help," then "Clear/Off."
Audible Signal Elimination: Turns off audible signals. Activated by touching "Help," then "2," then "Clear/Off." Restored by touching "Help," then "2," then "START."
Auto Start: Programs the microwave oven to begin cooking automatically at a designated time.
Language/Weight Selection: Allows changing the display language (English, Spanish) and weight units (pounds, kilograms).
Memory Cook: Stores one set of cooking instructions for quick recall.
Multiple Sequence Cooking: Programs up to 4 automatic cooking sequences with different power levels.
Plus 1 Min: Adds one minute of cooking at 100% power with each touch.

Maintenance Features

Exterior Cleaning: Clean with mild soap and water, rinse, and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
Door Cleaning: Wipe the window with a damp cloth. Metal parts should be wiped frequently. Avoid harsh cleaners that may stain or dull the surface.
Easy Care™ Stainless Steel (Some Models): Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, chlorides, chlorines, or ammonia. A 50/50 solution of water and vinegar is recommended.
Touch Control Panel Cleaning: Wipe with a cloth dampened with water only. Avoid scrubbing or chemical cleaners.
Interior Cleaning: Wipe with a soft cloth and warm water. For heavier soil, use baking soda or mild soap. Avoid abrasive or harsh cleaners. The rack can be cleaned with hot soapy water.
Waveguide Cover: Located on the ceiling, it is made of mica and should be kept clean by wiping food spatters immediately with a damp cloth to prevent overheating or fire. DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER.
Odor Removal: To remove cooking odors, combine 1 cup water, grated lemon peel and juice, and several whole cloves in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Boil for several minutes at 100% power, then allow to cool in the oven before wiping the interior.
Turntable/Turntable Support Cleaning: Both can be removed and washed in mild, sudsy water or in the dishwasher (upper rack).
Grease Filters: Should be cleaned at least once a month. Pull down on the tab to remove. Soak in hot water and detergent. Avoid ammonia or alkali. Scrub with a brush, rinse, and dry. Replace by fitting back into the opening.
Charcoal Filter: Used for non-vented, recirculated installations. Should be changed every 6 to 12 months. To replace, disconnect power, remove louver mounting screws, pull the louver away, change the filter, and reassemble.
Work Light and Night Light Bulb Replacement: Disconnect power, remove the screw on the light cover, and replace bulbs with equivalent watt bulbs (max 30W).
Microwave Oven Light Bulb Replacement: Disconnect power, open the light cover behind the filter mounting, replace the bulb (max 30W), and reassemble.