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NEC N230S User Manual

NEC N230S
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Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MICROWAVE OVEN
N230S
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NEC N230S Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency50Hz
Capacity23 Litres
Power Output800 watts
Cooking Levels5
Turntable Diameter27.5 cm
Voltage230 V

Summary

Precautions to Avoid Microwave Exposure

Door Safety and Operation

Instructions on safe door operation, interlocks, and handling damaged parts.

Container Safety

Warning against heating liquids or foods in sealed containers.

User Supervision and Environment

Guidance on supervision for children and avoiding vibration.

Important Safety Instructions

General Usage and Grounding

Initial setup, reading instructions, grounding, and installation compliance.

Safe Operation Practices

Avoiding explosions, foreign objects, supervision, servicing, and outdoor use.

Cord and Plug Safety

Guidelines for cord and plug handling and placement.

Cleaning and Fire Prevention

Safe cleaning, fire risk reduction, chemical use, and cavity maintenance.

Earthing Instructions

Grounding Purpose and Plug

Explanation of appliance earthing for electric shock risk reduction.

Extension Cord Usage

Guidelines for using a 3-wire extension cord with a proper plug.

Installation

Ventilation and Location

Ensuring proper airflow, stable placement, and space around vents.

Environmental Considerations

Placement away from TV/radio interference and heat/water sources.

Power Supply Requirements

Voltage, frequency, current, and cord specifications for power connection.

Pre-Operation Checks

Inspecting for damage and ensuring operation at room temperature.

Features Diagram

Oven Door Components

Door latch, seal, safety interlock system, and door screen functions.

Internal Oven Features

Oven cavity and spatter shield protecting the microwave outlet.

Accessory Components

Door release button, glass cooking tray, and roller guide.

Features Diagram (continued)

Control Panel Display

Function of the display for time, power level, and indicators.

Keypad Functions

Description of various control pads like Time set, One touch, Cook, Defrost, Power Level, etc.

Operation Procedure

Basic Operation Steps

Plugging in, placing food, and closing the door for operation.

Oven Functionality

Default power, display indicators, clock reset, pause/clear, and start conditions.

Controls - Setting the Clock

Clock System Selection

How to choose between 12-hour and 24-hour clock systems.

Time Entry and Confirmation

Steps to enter the correct time and confirm it.

Controls - Time Defrosting

Initiating Time Defrost

Steps to start the time-based defrosting function.

Defrosting Process and Alerts

How the oven indicates defrosting and prompts for food turning.

Controls - Auto Defrosting

Weight Defrost Selection

How to select food weight for automatic defrosting.

Weight Defrost Chart

Chart mapping touch pad presses to food weights for defrosting.

Starting Auto Defrost

Steps to initiate the auto defrost cycle after weight selection.

Cooking in One Stage

Setting Power Level and Time

How to select power level and input cooking time.

Starting and Monitoring Cook

Initiating cooking and how the oven indicates progress.

Cooking in Two Stages

Defrost and Cook Sequence

Programming defrost followed by cooking for frozen foods.

Defrosting and Cooking Process

How the oven manages defrost and subsequent cooking stages.

Kitchen Timer Mode

Using as a Minute Timer

Setting the kitchen timer for countdown notifications.

Delay Start Cooking

Programming a delayed start for cooking operations.

Setting a Holding Time

Using the timer to hold food after defrosting or cooking.

Express Cook

30-Second Express Cook

Quick reheating for 30 seconds at full power.

Extended Reheating

Extending reheating time in 30-second increments.

One Touch Cooking

Popcorn Cooking

Instructions for cooking popcorn using the dedicated pad.

Frozen Pizza Cooking

Guidelines for cooking frozen pizza with the one-touch pad.

One Touch Cooking (continued)

Beverage Heating

Heating beverages using the dedicated pad for different quantities.

Reheating Food

Reheating specific food weights with the dedicated pad.

General Cooking Categories

Cooking various food items like bread, soup, potatoes, vegetables.

Child Safety Lock

Setting the Lock

How to activate the child safety lock feature.

Canceling the Lock

How to deactivate the child safety lock feature.

To Stop the Oven While Operating

Stopping and Restarting Oven

Procedures for pausing, clearing, or stopping oven operation.

Door Opening and Operation

How opening the door affects operation and restarting.

Care of Your Microwave Oven

General Cleaning Procedures

Cleaning the oven interior, exterior, and control panel.

Cleaning Oven Accessories

Cleaning the glass tray and roller guide.

Before You Call for Service

Troubleshooting Oven Not Working

Checklist for issues when the oven does not operate.

Troubleshooting Sparking Cavity

Identifying causes of sparking inside the oven.

Questions and Answers

Accidental Empty Operation

Whether running the oven empty damages it.

Tray and Roller Guide Usage

Necessity of using the glass tray and roller guide.

Door Opening During Operation

How opening the door affects the cooking process.

Questions and Answers (continued)

Moisture Inside Oven

Explanation for moisture appearing after cooking.

Microwave Energy and Door Screen

If microwave energy passes through the door viewing screen.

Egg Popping Phenomenon

Why eggs sometimes pop and how to prevent it.

Specifications

Power Supply Details

Voltage, frequency, and grounding specifications.

Oven Performance Metrics

Power consumption, output power, frequency, dimensions, and weight.

Operational Parameters

Timer limits and available power levels.

Cooking Instructions

Utensils Test Procedure

How to test if a utensil is microwave-safe.

Utensil Usage Guidelines

Recommended, limited use, and not recommended utensils for microwaves.

Not Recommended Utensils

List of materials and items to avoid using in the microwave.

Use Your Microwave Oven Safely

General Safety Guidelines

Do's and Don'ts for general oven operation and care.

Food Handling and Cooking Safety

Specific safety advice for cooking various food types.

Arcing

Identifying Arcing

What arcing is and how to stop it.

Causes of Arcing

Common reasons for sparks or arcing in the microwave.

Microwaving Principles

History of Microwave Use

Brief background on microwave energy and its applications.

How Microwaves Cook Food

Explanation of reflection, transmission, and absorption of microwaves.

Heat Generation Mechanism

How vibration of water molecules creates heat for cooking.

Conversion Charts

Weight and Volume Conversions

Tables for converting weights, volumes, and spoon measures.

Fluid Measurement Equivalents

Conversion between fluid ounces, UK fl.oz., and milliliters.

Cooking Techniques

Standing Time and Moisture

Importance of standing time and adjusting for food moisture content.

Heat Absorption and Arrangement

How density, shape, spacing, and covering affect cooking.

Liquid Heating and Turning

Safety for liquids, and techniques for turning/stirring food.

General Defrosting Guide

Preparation for Defrosting

Removing wrappers, using microwave-safe containers.

Defrosting Process and Checks

Steps for turning, breaking apart, or rearranging food during defrosting.

Defrosting Techniques

Specific techniques like turning, rearranging, shielding, and removing portions.

Defrosting Chart

Meat and Poultry Defrosting

Defrosting times and techniques for beef, pork, and poultry.

Fish & Seafood Defrosting

Defrosting times and techniques for fish and seafood.

Cooking & Reheating Chart

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cooking

Cooking times and power levels for meats, poultry, and fish.

Prepared Foods Cooking

Cooking instructions for lasagna, casseroles, and baked beans.

Vegetable Chart

Root Vegetables and Legumes

Cooking instructions for asparagus, beans, beets, and carrots.

Cruciferous and Corn Vegetables

Cooking instructions for broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and corn.

Recipes

Tomato & Orange Soup Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making tomato and orange soup.

French Onion Soup Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making French onion soup.

Stir Fried Vegetables Recipe

Ingredients and steps for preparing stir-fried vegetables.

Honeyed Chicken Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making honeyed chicken.

Recipes (continued)

Blue Cheese & Chive Jackets Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making potato jackets.

White Sauce Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making white sauce.

Strawberry Jam Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making strawberry jam.

Plain Microwave Cake Recipe

Ingredients and steps for baking a plain microwave cake.

Recipes (continued)

Omelettes Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making omelettes.

Scrambled Egg Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making scrambled eggs.

Savoury Mince Recipe

Ingredients and steps for making savoury mince.

NEC Service Centres

New South Wales Service Locations

Contact details and addresses for service centres in New South Wales.

Victoria Service Locations

Contact details and addresses for service centres in Victoria.

Queensland Service Locations

Contact details and addresses for service centres in Queensland.

South Australia Service Locations

Contact details and addresses for service centres in South Australia.

Western Australia Service Locations

Contact details and addresses for service centres in Western Australia.

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