RCA Microwave Oven RMW742 User Guide

Microwave Oven  
RMW742  
Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven.  
Record in the space below the SERIAL NO. found on the nameplate on your oven and retain  
this information for future reference.  
SERIAL NO.  
Please save sales receipt for warranty.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using electrical appliances, basic safety  
precautions should be followed, including the  
following:  
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils  
or food in the cavity when not in use.  
9. Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea can be  
overheated beyond the boiling point without  
appearing to be boiling due to surface tension  
of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when  
the container is removed from the microwave  
oven is not always present. THIS COULD  
RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY  
BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER  
UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To  
reduce the risk of injury to person:  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric  
shock, fire, and injury to persons or exposure  
to excessive microwave energy.  
1. Read all instructions before using the  
appliance.  
2.  
Read  
and  
follow  
the  
specific  
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE  
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE  
ENERGY" on page 1.  
1) Do not overheat the liquid.  
2) Stir the liquid both before and halfway  
through heating it.  
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect  
only to properly grounded outlet. See  
"grounding instructions” on page 3.  
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with  
narrow necks.  
4. Install or locate this appliance only in  
accordance with the provided installation  
instructions.  
4) After heating, allow the container to stand  
in the microwave oven for a short time before  
removing the container.  
5. Some products such as whole eggs and  
sealed containers -for example, closed glass  
jars- are able to explode and should not be  
heated in this oven.  
5) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon  
or other utensil into the container.  
10. Do not heat oil or fat for deep-frying. It is  
difficult to control the temperature of oil in  
microwave oven.  
6. Use this appliance only for its intended use  
as described in this manual. Do not use  
corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.  
This type of oven is specifically designed to  
heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for  
industrial or laboratory use.  
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as  
potatoes, whole squash, apples and chestnuts  
before cooking.  
12. The contents of feeding bottles and baby  
jars should be stirred or shaken and the  
temperature should be checked before serving  
in order to avoid burns.  
7. As with any appliance, close supervision is  
necessary when used by children.  
8. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:  
13. Cooking utensils may become hot  
because of heat transferred from the heated  
food. Potholders may be needed to handle the  
utensil.  
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend  
appliance when paper, plastic, or other  
combustible materials are placed inside the  
oven to facilitate cooking.  
14. Do not cover or block any openings on the  
appliance.  
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic  
bags before placing bag in oven.  
15. Do not store or use this appliance  
outdoors. Do not use this product near water,  
for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet  
basement, near a swimming pool, or similar  
locations.  
c. If materials inside the oven should ignite,  
keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and  
disconnect the power cord or shut off power at  
the fuse or circuit breaker panel.  
d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.  
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16. Do not operate this appliance if it has a  
damaged cord or a plug, if it is not working  
properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.  
20. Be certain the glass tray and roller rings  
are in place when you operate the oven  
21. This appliance should be serviced only by  
qualified service personnel, contact nearest  
authorized service facility for examination,  
repair, or adjustment.  
17. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.  
Keep cord away from heated surface. Do not  
let cord hang over edge of table or counter.  
18. Use only thermometers, which are  
specifically designed for use in microwave  
ovens.  
22. When separate cleaning instructions are  
provided,  
See  
door  
surface  
cleaning  
instructions on Page 13.  
19. Do not operate any heating or cooking  
appliance beneath this appliance.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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INSTALLATION GUIDE  
1. Make sure that all the packing materials  
5. For correct operation, the oven must  
have sufficient airflow. Allow 20cm of  
space above the oven, 10cm at back and  
5cm at both sides. Do not cover or block  
any openings on the appliance. Do not  
remove feet on which oven stands.  
are removed from the inside of the door.  
2. Check the oven for any damage, such as  
misaligned or bent door, damaged door  
seals and sealing surface, broken or  
loose door hinges and latches and dents  
inside the cavity or on the door. If there is  
any damage, do not operate the oven  
but contact qualified service personnel.  
6. Do not operate the oven without glass  
tray, roller support, and shaft in their  
proper positions.  
3. This microwave oven must be placed on  
a flat, stable surface to hold its weight  
and the heaviest food likely to be cooked  
in the oven.  
7. Make sure that the power supply cord is  
undamaged and does not run under the  
oven or over any hot or sharp surface.  
8. The socket must be readily accessible so  
that it can be easily unplugged in an  
emergency.  
4. Do not place the oven where heat,  
moisture, or high humidity are generated,  
or near combustible materials.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded. In the event  
of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces  
risk of electric shock by providing an escape  
wire for the electric current.  
available and may be used if care is exercised  
in their use.  
3. If long cord or extension cord is used:  
a) The marked electrical rating of the cord  
set or extension cord should be at least as  
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.  
WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug  
can result in a risk of electric shock.  
b) The extension cord must be  
a
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and The longer  
cord should be arranged so that it will not  
drape over the counter top or table top where it  
can be pulled on by children or tripped over  
unintentionally.  
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60  
Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that a  
separate circuit serving only the oven be  
provided. The oven is equipped with a 3-prong  
grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall  
receptacle that is properly installed and  
grounded.  
Notes:  
If you have any questions about the grounding  
or electrical instructions, consult a qualified  
electrician or service person.  
Power Supply Cord  
1. A short power supply cord is provided to  
reduce the risks resulting from becoming  
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.  
Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can  
accept any liability for damage to the oven or  
personal injury resulting from failure to observe  
the electrical connection procedures.  
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are  
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UTENSILS GUIDE  
This section lists which utensils can be used in  
Λ LIMITED USE  
the microwave, which ones have limited use for  
short periods, and which ones should not be  
used in the microwave.  
Aluminum foil — Use narrow strips of foil to  
prevent overcooking of exposed areas. Using  
too much foil can damage your oven, so be  
careful. You should keep distance of 1 inch  
(2.54cm) between aluminum foil and cavity.  
Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware— Use  
these if they are labeled "Microwave Safe". If  
they are not labeled, test them to make sure  
they can be used safely.  
RECOMMENDED  
Microwave browning dish — Use to brown  
the exterior of small items such as steaks,  
chops, or pancakes. Follow the directions  
provided with your browning dish.  
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Plastic — Use only if labeled "Microwave  
Safe". Other plastics can melt.  
Microwaveable plastic wrap — Use to retain  
steam. Leave a small opening for some steam  
to escape and avoid placing it directly on the  
food.  
8 Not Recommended  
Paper towels and napkins  
Use for  
Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too  
thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter  
and cause damage and injury.  
short-term heating and covering; these absorb  
excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not  
use recycled paper towels, which may contain  
metal and could ignite.  
Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except  
for popcorn bags that are designed for  
microwave use.  
Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes  
— Use for heating or cooking.  
Styrofoam plates and cups — These can  
melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.  
Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term  
heating at low temperatures. Do not use  
recycled paper, which may contain metal and  
could ignite.  
Plastic storage and food containers —  
Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in  
the microwave.  
Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent  
spattering.  
Metal utensils — These can damage your oven.  
Remove all metal before cooking.  
Thermometers — Use only those labeled  
"Microwave Safe" and follow all directions.  
Check the food in several places. Conventional  
thermometers may be used on microwave food  
once the food has been removed from the  
oven.  
Note:  
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for  
microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven  
and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish  
which becomes very hot should not be used.  
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COOKING TECHNIQUES  
Your microwave makes cooking easier than  
conventional cooking, provided you keep these  
considerations in mind:  
TURNING  
Turn foods over midway through cooking to  
expose all parts to microwave energy. This is  
especially important with large foods such as  
roasts.  
STIRRING  
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables  
while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at  
the outside of the dish absorbs more energy  
and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside  
to the center. The oven will turn off when you  
open the door to stir your food.  
STANDING  
Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal  
heat and continue to cook for a few minutes  
after heating stops. Let foods stand to complete  
cooking, especially foods such as cakes and  
whole vegetables. Roasts need this time to  
complete cooking in the center without  
overcooking the outer areas. All liquids, such as  
soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or  
stirred when cooking is complete. Let liquids  
stand a moment before serving. When heating  
baby food, stir well at removal and test the  
temperature before serving.  
ARRANGEMENT  
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as  
chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,  
meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable  
where they receive more microwave energy. To  
prevent overcooking, place delicate areas, such  
as asparagus tips, toward the center of the  
turntable.  
ADDING MOISTURE  
SHIELDING  
Microwave energy is attracted to water  
molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture  
content should be covered or allowed to stand  
so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small  
amount of water to dry food to help it cook.  
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil  
to prevent overcooking. Areas that need  
shielding include poultry wing tips, the ends of  
poultry legs, and corners of square baking  
dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil.  
Larger amounts can damage your oven.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Power Consumption:  
Output:  
120V~60Hz, 1050W (MICROWAVE)  
700W  
Operation Frequency:  
Outside Dimensions(H×W×D):  
Oven Cavity Dimensions(H×W×D):  
Oven Capacity:  
2450MHz  
10 5/16 ×17 13/16×15 7/16 in.  
8 11/16×12 3/8×11 9/16 in.  
0.7 cu.ft  
Cooking Uniformity:  
Net Weight:  
Turntable System  
Approx. 25.1 lb.  
PART NAMES  
1. Door Safety Lock System  
2. Oven Window  
3. Turntable Roller  
4. Door Release Button  
5. Control Panel  
6. Wave Guide  
7. Glass Tray  
DO NOT REMOVE THE CARDBOARD OVEN AIR  
VENT COVER THAT IS INSIDE THE MICROWAVE!  
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CONTROL PANEL  
Q
Q
NUMBER PADS (0-9)  
Touch to input time or amount.  
TIMER  
Timer functions independently, even while a cooking  
program is in process.  
Q
Q
POWER LEVEL  
Use to set power levels other than high.  
COOK  
Use for multi-stage cooking. Enables cooking at multiple  
power and time settings automatically.  
Q
MENU ACTION SCREEN  
Cooking time, power, indicators and present time are  
displayed.  
Q
Q
QUICK COOK BUTTONS  
Instant settings to cook popular foods  
COOK BY WEIGHT  
Programmed cooking based on weight of food to be  
cooked.  
Q
Q
DEFROST BY WEIGHT  
Programmed defrosting based on the weight of the food to  
be defrosted.  
SPEED DEFROST  
Quick defrost function that alternates defrost and stand  
times to quickly and effectively defrost foods.  
Q
Q
Q
CLOCK  
Set current time.  
START/STOP  
Touch to start or stop a cooking program  
RESET  
Clear all previous settings.  
.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS  
ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry.  
TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the entry, check and try again.  
use the number pads to enter the power  
level.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad to start.  
Use single digits to set a cooking power level:  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
1. Touch CLOCK pad.  
Number pad  
Cooking power  
100%  
90%  
2. Use the number pads to enter the correct  
time.  
1, 0  
9
3. Touch CLOCK pad again.  
NOTE:  
8
80%  
·When the oven is first plugged in or when power  
resumes after a power interruption, the display will  
show ENTER CLOCK TIME. If you prefer to not  
have the clock displayed, touch RESET.  
7
70%  
6
60%  
5
50%  
4
40%  
·You can check the clock time while cooking is in  
progress by touching the CLOCK pad.  
3
30%  
2
20%  
1
10%  
SETTING THE TIMER  
0
0%  
1. Touch TIMER pad.  
2. Enter the amount of time by touching the  
B. Two-stage Cooking  
number pads.  
Some recipes require different stages of  
cooking with different power and time.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
1. SET STAGE 1:  
·Time countdown can be seen in display for 5  
seconds before clock or cooking time is returned  
to display.  
Follow steps 1 and 2 in “One-stage Cooking”. DO  
NOT TOUCH START/STOP  
2. SET STAGE 2:  
·Touch TIMER and then touch RESET to cancel  
TIMER during timing process.  
Touch COOK then enter proper cooking time and  
power level. (Most 2-stage recipes use lower  
power for second stage.)  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
MICROWAVE COOKING  
NOTE:  
A. One-stage Cooking  
·After total time has elapsed, signals sound and  
END appears in display. Touch any pad or open  
oven door to clear END before starting another  
cooking function.  
1. Use the number pads to set a cooking time.  
You can set a cooking time from one second  
to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.  
2. If you want to set a power level other than  
100% power, touch POWER LEVEL, then  
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by a 0. If label gives weight in pounds only,  
change the fraction of a pound to ounces using  
the following chart.  
SPEED DEFROST  
1. Touch SPEED DEFROST pad.  
Converting Fractions of a Pound to Ounces:  
2. Enter desired defrosting time (up to 99 min.  
Fractions of a pound  
Less than .03  
.03 to .09  
.10 to .15  
.16 to .21  
.22 to .27  
.28 to .34  
.35 to .40  
.41 to .46  
.47 to .53  
.54 to 59  
Ounces  
99 sec.) by touching correct number pads.  
0
1
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
2
·During defrosting program, the system will  
pause and sound beeps to remind user to turn  
food over, and then press START/STOP to  
resume the defrosting.  
3
4
5
·After time has elapsed, signals sound and END  
appears in display. Touch any pad or open door to  
clear END before starting another cooking  
function.  
6
7
8
9
· After setting Speed Defrost, oven can be  
programmed to automatically switch to One or  
Two-Stage cooking.  
.60 to .65  
.66 to .71  
.72 to .78  
.79 to .84  
.85 to .90  
.91 to .97  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
·For Speed Defrost and One Stage cooking,  
follow steps above. Before touching START/STOP,  
touch COOK, enter time and power level. Then  
touch START/STOP.  
·For Speed Defrost and Two Stage cooking, follow  
steps above. Before touching START/STOP, touch  
COOK, enter Two-Stage cooking programs.  
go to next  
even  
above .97  
· During cooking, the system will pause  
automatically and sound to remind user to turn  
meat over. After that touch START/STOP to  
resume cooking.  
COOK BY WEIGHT  
1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT pad.  
·After total cooking time, signals sound and END  
appears in display. Touch any pad or open oven  
door to clear END before starting another cooking  
function.  
2. Enter the one digit code by touching the  
correct number pad1-3.  
3. Enter weight by touching number pads.  
4. Touch START/STOP pad.  
·Let meat stand few minutes before carving.  
Cook By Weight Code Description  
CODE  
TYPE  
Beef  
MAX WEIGHT  
5 lb. 16 oz.  
5 lb. 16 oz.  
5 lb. 4 oz.  
1
2
3
DEFROST BY WEIGHT  
Mutton  
Pork  
1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.  
2. Enter weight by touching number pads.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
NOTE:  
NOTE:  
· Meat must be frozen and at refrigerated  
temperature.  
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces. Ounce  
weights less than 10 must be preceded by a 0. If  
label gives weight in pounds only, change the  
·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.  
·Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceded  
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fraction of a pound to ounces using the chart  
given above. Maximum weight is 5 lb. 16 oz.  
SETTING CHILD LOCK  
The safety lock prevents unsupervised operation  
by children.  
·During defrosting program, the system will  
pause and sound beeps to remind user to turn  
food over, and then press START/STOP to  
resume the defrosting.  
To activate, in standby mode, press and hold  
RESET pad for 3 seconds. LOCK will appear on  
the display.  
·After total defrosting time, signals sound and  
END appears in display. Touch any pad or open  
oven door to clear END before starting another  
cooking function.  
To deactivate, press and hold RESET pad for 3  
seconds. LOCK will disappear.  
QUICK COOK SETTINGS  
The QUICK COOK settings allow you to cook or  
reheat food automatically without entering power  
level and time.  
BAKED POTATO  
For 4 to 6 oz. each share of potatoes:  
For smaller portions, simply touch the applicable  
pad and start. For larger portions, push the pad  
twice.  
1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad once.  
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching  
FROZEN DINNER, BAKED POTATO and  
BEVERAGE allow you to cook multiple amounts  
of the same food. Simply touch pad once, and  
ENTER AMT appear on the display window.  
Enter the amount of servings and start.  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
For the 8 to 10 oz. each share of potatoes:  
1. Touch BAKED POTATO pad twice.  
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching  
POPCORN  
number pads from 1 to 4.  
POPCORN automatically sets the cooking time for  
a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave popcorn.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
1. Touch POPCORN pad once.  
2. Touch START/STOP.  
PIZZA  
To change the preset POPCORN time:  
Reheating a slice of pizza:  
1. Touch PIZZA pad once.  
2. Touch START/STOP pad.  
Heating a whole pizza:  
1. Touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME  
appear in display window.  
2. Touch number pads to enter minutes and  
seconds (up to 99 min. 99 sec).  
1. Touch PIZZA pad twice.  
2. Touch START/STOP pad.  
3. Touch START/STOP.  
This new cooking time will remain whenever you  
use the POPCORN setting except the power is cut  
off.  
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frozen dinners:  
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER pad once.  
BEVERAGE  
For 5 to 7 oz. each cup of beverage:  
2. For 1 entree or 2 entrees, touch the number  
pad “1” or “2”  
1. Touch BEVERAGE pad once.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
2. Enter number of cups by touching number  
Microwaving one or two large of (10-12 oz.  
each share) frozen dinner:  
pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER pad twice.  
For the 9 to 11 oz. each cup of beverage:  
1. Touch BEVERAGE pad twice.  
2. For 1 entree or 2 entrees, touch the number  
pad “1” or “2”:  
2. Enter number of mugs by touching number  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
pads from 1 to 4.  
3. Touch START/STOP pad.  
REHEAT  
For a plate of cooled food:  
FROZEN DINNER  
For one or two small of (7-9 oz. each share)  
1. Touch REHEAT pad.  
2. Touch START/STOP pad.  
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CLEANING AND CARE  
warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.  
1. Turn off the oven and remove the power  
plug from the wall socket before cleaning.  
8. The roller ring and oven floor should be  
cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.  
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the  
oven with mild detergent. The roller ring  
may be washed in mild sudsy water or  
dishwasher. When removing the roller ring  
from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to  
replace in the proper position.  
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. When  
food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to  
oven walls, wipe with a damp cloth. Mild  
detergent may be used if the oven gets  
very dirty. Avoid the use of spray and other  
harsh cleaners as they may stain, streak  
or dull the door surface.  
9. Remove odors from your oven by  
3.  
The outside surfaces should be cleaned  
with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to  
the operating parts inside the oven, water  
should not be allowed to seep into the  
ventilation openings.  
combining a cup of water with the juice  
and skin of one lemon in  
a
deep  
microwaveable bowl, microwave for 5  
minutes. Wipe thoroughly and dry with a  
soft cloth.  
4. Wipe the window on both sides with a  
damp cloth to remove any spills or  
spatters.  
10. When it becomes necessary to replace the  
oven light, please consult a dealer to have  
it replaced.  
5. Do not allow the control panel to become  
wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. When  
cleaning the control panel, leave oven  
door open to prevent oven from  
accidentally turning on.  
11. The oven should be cleaned regularly and  
any food deposits removed. Failure to  
maintain the oven in a clean condition  
could lead to deterioration of the surface  
that could adversely affect the life of the  
6. If steam accumulates inside or around the  
outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft  
cloth. This may occur when the microwave  
oven is operated under high humidity  
conditions. In such case, it is normal.  
appliance and possibly result in  
hazardous situation.  
a
12. Please do not dispose this appliance into  
the domestic rubbish bin, it should be  
disposed to the particular disposal center  
provided by the municipalities.  
7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the  
glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in  
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