The Walsh Microwave Oven, model WSCMSR09BK-09, is a countertop appliance designed for heating, cooking, and drying food using microwave energy. It operates on a 120V/60Hz power supply with a rated microwave power output of 900W and a power consumption of 1350W. The operating frequency is 2450MHz.
Important Safety Instructions:
The manual emphasizes several critical safety precautions to prevent burns, electric shock, fire, and exposure to excessive microwave energy. Users are warned against operating the oven with an open or damaged door, as this can lead to harmful microwave exposure. It is crucial not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks. The oven should not be operated if the door is bent, hinges or latches are broken or loosened, or door seals and sealing surfaces are damaged. Only properly qualified service personnel should adjust or repair the oven.
The appliance must be grounded, and users should connect it only to a properly grounded outlet. The manual provides detailed grounding instructions, including guidance on using extension cords if necessary, specifying a 3-wire grounding cord with a 3-blade plug. A separate 20-amp circuit is recommended for the oven.
Users are advised to read all instructions before use and to follow specific precautions regarding food preparation. Certain items, such as whole eggs and sealed containers (e.g., closed glass jars), can explode and should not be heated in the oven. Corrosive chemicals or vapors should not be used in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when children use the oven. To reduce the risk of fire, food should not be overcooked, and combustible materials like paper or plastic should be carefully monitored. Wire twist-ties must be removed from bags before placing them in the oven. If materials inside the oven ignite, the door should remain closed, the oven turned off, and the power cord disconnected. The oven cavity should not be used for storage.
Special attention is given to heating liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea, which can overheat beyond their boiling point without visible bubbling. This can cause liquids to suddenly boil over when a spoon or other utensil is inserted. To mitigate this risk, liquids should not be overheated, stirred before and halfway through heating, and straight-sided containers with narrow necks should be avoided. After heating, containers should stand in the oven for a short time before removal, and extreme care should be taken when inserting utensils. Oil or fat for deep-frying should not be heated in the microwave. Foods with heavy skins, like potatoes, squash, apples, and chestnuts, should be pierced before cooking. Baby food and jar contents should be stirred or shaken, and their temperature checked before serving. Potholders may be needed to handle hot utensils.
The appliance should not be covered or have its openings blocked. It is not designed for outdoor use or near water sources. The cord and plug should not be immersed in water, and the cord should be kept away from heated surfaces and not allowed to hang over edges where it could be pulled or tripped over. Only microwave-specific thermometers should be used. The glass tray and roller rings must be in place during operation.
Installation Guide:
Before installation, all packing materials must be removed. The oven should be inspected for any damage. It must be placed on a flat, stable surface capable of supporting its weight and the heaviest food cooked. The oven should not be placed near heat, moisture, high humidity, or combustible materials. Adequate airflow is essential, requiring 20cm of space above, 10cm at the back, and 5cm on both sides. The feet should not be removed. The power cord must be undamaged and easily accessible for emergency unplugging.
Utensils Guide:
The manual provides a comprehensive guide on suitable and unsuitable utensils for microwave use:
- Recommended: Microwave browning dishes (for browning exteriors), microwaveable plastic wrap (to retain steam), paper towels and napkins (for short-term heating and covering; avoid recycled paper), glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes, paper plates and cups (for short-term heating at low temperatures; avoid recycled paper), wax paper (to prevent spattering), and microwave-safe thermometers.
- Limited Use: Aluminum foil (narrow strips to prevent overcooking; excessive use can damage the oven), ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware (if labeled "Microwave Safe" or tested), and plastic (only if labeled "Microwave Safe"). Straw, wicker, and wood can be used for short-term heating but may be flammable.
- Not Recommended: Regular glass jars and bottles (too thin, can shatter), paper bags (fire hazard, except popcorn bags), Styrofoam plates and cups (can melt and leave residue), plastic storage and food containers (e.g., margarine tubs, can melt), and metal utensils (can damage the oven).
Cooking Techniques:
The manual outlines several cooking techniques to optimize microwave performance:
- Stirring: Distributes heat evenly, especially for casseroles and vegetables. Stir from outside to center.
- Arrangement: Place thicker, meatier parts of unevenly shaped foods (e.g., chicken pieces) toward the outside of the turntable for more microwave energy. Delicate areas should be toward the center.
- Shielding: Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking of specific areas like poultry wing-tips or corners of square baking dishes. Use small amounts only.
- Turning: Turn large foods (e.g., roasts) midway through cooking for even exposure to microwave energy.
- Standing: Allows internal heat to complete cooking after heating stops, especially for cakes, whole vegetables, and roasts. Liquids should be shaken or stirred and allowed to stand before serving. Baby food should be stirred and temperature checked.
- Adding Moisture: Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Covering or allowing food to stand helps disperse heat evenly. Adding a small amount of water aids cooking for dry foods.
Part Names and Control Panel:
The oven features a Door Safety Lock System, Oven Window, Roller Ring, Shaft, Door Release Button, Control Panel, Wave Guide (a mica plate that should not be removed), and a Glass Tray.
The Control Panel includes:
- MENU ACTION SCREEN: Displays cooking time, power, indicators, and current time.
- QUICK COOK BUTTONS: Instant settings for popular foods (Potato, Popcorn, Pizza, Beverage, Frozen Food, Reheat).
- NUMBER PADS (0-9): For setting time or amount.
- CLOCK: To set the current time.
- RESET: Clears previous settings and sets/cancels child lock.
- POWER: Sets power levels other than high.
- TIMER: Functions independently, even during a cooking program.
- COOK: For multi-stage cooking with multiple power and time settings.
- DEFROST BY WEIGHT: Programmed defrosting based on food weight.
- COOK BY WEIGHT: Programmed cooking based on food weight.
- SPEED DEFROST: Quick defrost function alternating defrost and stand times.
- START/STOP: Starts or stops cooking.
Operation Instructions:
- Setting the Clock: Touch CLOCK, enter time with number pads, then CLOCK again. It's a 12-hour clock. "ENTER CLOCK TIME" appears after power interruption; touch RESET to clear if no clock display is desired.
- Setting the Oven Timer: In waiting or cooking mode, touch TIMER, enter time (up to 99 minutes 99 seconds), then START/STOP. Timer can be canceled by pressing RESET within 5 seconds after touching TIMER.
- Setting a Cooking Program:
- One-stage cooking: Enter cooking time (1 second to 99 minutes 99 seconds) with number pads. For power levels other than 100%, touch POWER, then enter the power level (0-9 for 0%-100%). Touch START/STOP. Power level can be checked by touching POWER during cooking.
- Two-stage cooking: Set Stage 1 (time and power level) without touching START/STOP. Then touch COOK, enter Stage 2 time and (lower) power level. Finally, touch START/STOP.
- Speed Defrost: Touch SPEED DEFROST, enter defrosting time (up to 99 minutes 99 seconds), then START/STOP. Can be combined with one- or two-stage cooking by adding COOK settings before START/STOP.
- Cook By Weight: Touch COOK BY WEIGHT, enter code (1-3 for Beef, Mutton, Pork), enter weight, then START/STOP. The system pauses to remind the user to turn food over. Meat must be at refrigerated temperature. Weight must be in pounds and ounces; a conversion chart is provided for fractions of a pound to ounces. Max weight is 5 lb 16 oz.
- Defrost By Weight: Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT, enter weight (max 5 lb 16 oz), then START/STOP. Weight conversion chart applies. Food may need to be turned over during defrosting.
- Setting Child Lock: Press and hold RESET for 3 seconds to set (LOCK appears on display). Press and hold RESET for 3 seconds to cancel (LOCK disappears).
Quick Cook Settings:
These settings allow automatic cooking or reheating without entering power level or time. For smaller portions, touch the pad once and START/STOP. For larger portions, touch the pad twice. For Potato, Frozen Food, and Beverage, touch the pad once, then enter the amount of servings and START/STOP.
- Potato (4-6 oz./entry): Touch POTATO once, enter 1-4 potatoes, START/STOP.
- Potato (8-10 oz./entry): Touch POTATO twice, enter 1-4 potatoes, START/STOP.
- Popcorn: Touch POPCORN once for a 3.5 oz. bag, then START/STOP. To change preset time, touch POPCORN twice, enter new time, then START/STOP.
- Pizza (slice): Touch PIZZA once, START/STOP.
- Pizza (whole frozen): Touch PIZZA twice, START/STOP.
- Beverage (5-7 oz./cup): Touch BEVERAGE once, enter 1-4 cups, START/STOP.
- Beverage (9-11 oz./cup): Touch BEVERAGE twice, enter 1-4 mugs, START/STOP.
- Frozen Food (7-9 oz. small): Touch FROZEN FOOD once, enter "1" or "2" for entrees, START/STOP.
- Frozen Food (10-12 oz. large): Touch FROZEN FOOD twice, enter "1" or "2" for entrees, START/STOP.
- Reheat: Touch REHEAT, START/STOP.
Cleaning and Care:
- Clean door and oven surfaces with mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents and a sponge or soft cloth.
- Turn off and unplug the oven before cleaning.
- Keep the inside clean; wipe food splatters or spilled liquids with a damp cloth. Avoid spray or harsh cleaners.
- Clean the window on both sides with a damp cloth.
- Do not allow the control panel to get wet; clean with a soft, damp cloth and keep the door open to prevent accidental activation.
- Wipe away steam accumulation with a soft cloth.
- Remove and wash the glass tray in warm sudsy water or a dishwasher.
- Clean the roller ring and oven floor regularly with mild detergent to avoid excessive noise. Ensure the roller ring is replaced correctly.
- Remove odors by microwaving a cup of water with lemon juice and skin in a deep bowl for 5 minutes, then wiping thoroughly.
- Oven light replacement requires consulting a dealer.
- Dispose of the appliance at a municipal disposal center, not in domestic rubbish.
Technical Specifications:
- Outside Dimensions: 11 1/16"(H) × 19”(W) × 14 1/4”(D)
- Oven Cavity Dimensions: 8 11/16"(H) × 13 3/8"(W) × 12 5/8"(D)
- Oven Capacity: 0.9 cu.ft
- Cooking Uniformity: Turntable System
- Net Weight: Approx. 30.0 lb.
The Walsh Microwave Oven is distributed by Guangdong Galanz Microwave Electrical Appliances Manufacturing Co., Ltd. For service, support, and warranty information, users can call 800-562-0738.
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