This document describes the Electrolux EMB2529DSE Built-in Combination Microwave, a versatile appliance designed for household use, offering a range of cooking functions and user-friendly features.
Function Description
The EMB2529DSE is a built-in combination microwave oven, meaning it integrates microwave, grill, and convection cooking functions into a single unit. This allows for a wide variety of cooking methods, from quick reheating and defrosting to more traditional oven cooking and grilling.
The appliance features a control panel with several intuitive buttons:
- Function: This button cycles through various cooking programs, including microwave power levels, grill, and different combination and convection modes.
- Weight/Time Defrost: Used for defrosting food either by weight (dEF1) or by time (dEF2).
- Timer/Clock: Sets the clock and also functions as a kitchen timer.
- Plus (+) and Minus (-): These buttons are used to adjust time, weight, temperature, or select auto programs.
- Start/Ok/+30: Initiates cooking, confirms settings, and can also add 30 seconds to the cooking time during operation or for quick start.
- Cancel: Stops the current operation or cancels a program setting. It also functions as the child lock activation/deactivation button.
- Door Open: A dedicated button to open the oven door. In case of malfunction, a supplied suction cup can be used for emergency door opening.
The microwave function offers multiple power levels (P100, P80, P50, P30, P10), allowing users to select the appropriate power for different foods and cooking needs. The grill function provides even grilling results, with a recommended mid-cycle food turning for optimal browning.
Convection cooking can be performed with or without a preheating function. When preheating is selected, the oven heats to a desired temperature (from 130 to 220 degrees Celsius) before the food is placed inside, mimicking a traditional oven. Without preheating, the user can set the temperature and cooking time directly. Combination cooking modes (C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4) blend microwave, grill, and/or convection elements to offer diverse cooking options.
The appliance also includes several convenience functions:
- Quick Start Cooking: Allows for immediate cooking at 100% microwave power for 30-second increments, or setting a maximum time of 95 minutes at 100% power.
- Inquiring Function: During a cooking cycle, users can check the current power level, set temperature, or clock time.
- Child Lock Function: A safety feature that locks the control panel to prevent accidental operation, activated by pressing and holding the "Cancel" button.
- Auto Program: A selection of pre-set programs (A1 to A10) for common foods like auto reheat, potato, meat, vegetable, fish, pasta, soup, cake, pizza, and chicken, simplifying cooking by automatically setting power and time based on weight or volume.
Usage Features
The EMB2529DSE is designed for ease of use and safety.
- Turntable System: The appliance uses a glass tray and turntable ring assembly, which must always be in place during cooking to ensure even heating. All food and containers should be placed on this glass tray.
- Utensil Compatibility: The manual provides clear guidelines on which materials are safe for microwave use (e.g., microwave-safe dinnerware, glass, paper products, plastic wrap) and which should be avoided (e.g., aluminum foil too close to walls, metal-trimmed utensils, metal twist ties, plastic foam, wood) to prevent arcing or damage. A utensil test is described to help users determine if a container is microwave-safe.
- Grill Rack Usage: A wire grill rack is provided for grill, convection, and combi cooking modes. It is explicitly stated that this rack should not be used during microwave-only functions to prevent sparks and potential damage.
- Installation: The microwave is designed for built-in installation within a standard 600mm wide cupboard, ensuring a flush fit with surrounding cabinetry. Specific instructions are provided for maintaining ventilation gaps and securing the appliance, emphasizing that the fitted cabinet should not have a back wall behind the appliance.
- Safety Interlocks: The oven is equipped with safety interlocks to prevent operation when the door is open, protecting users from microwave energy exposure.
- Door Opening: The door can be opened via a dedicated button. In the event of a button malfunction, a supplied suction cup can be used to manually open the door, ensuring access to the oven cavity.
- Cooking Notifications: The appliance uses a buzzer to indicate the end of cooking cycles, preheating completion, or timer expiry.
Maintenance Features
Regular cleaning and proper care are essential for maintaining the appliance's performance and lifespan.
- Cavity Cleaning: The oven cavity should be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth after each use.
- Accessory Cleaning: Accessories like the glass tray and turntable ring assembly can be cleaned in soapy water.
- Door and Seal Cleaning: The door frame, seal, and surrounding parts require careful cleaning with a damp cloth to prevent residue buildup.
- Avoid Harsh Cleaners: Users are warned against using harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers on the oven door glass, as these can scratch the surface and potentially lead to shattering.
- Stubborn Food Deposits: A cleaning tip suggests heating half a lemon in water inside the oven to loosen stubborn food deposits, making them easier to wipe away with a soft, dry cloth.
- Power Isolation: Before any maintenance, the appliance should be unplugged from the power supply to ensure safety.
- Lamp Replacement: The manual advises ensuring the appliance is switched off before replacing the oven lamp to avoid electric shock.
- Troubleshooting: A troubleshooting section helps users diagnose common issues such as interference with TV reception, dim oven light, steam accumulation, or the oven not starting or heating. It provides possible causes and remedies, including checking power connections, circuit breakers, and ensuring food is present when operating the microwave.
- Professional Service: For significant damage or issues with door seals, the appliance must not be operated and should be repaired by a competent person. Similarly, if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service agent, or similarly qualified persons.
- Disposal: The manual includes a reminder about the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive, emphasizing that the product should not be disposed of with household waste but sent to WEEE collecting points.
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