RCA Microwave Oven RMW948 User Guide

OWNER’S MANUAL

Microwave Oven

RMW948

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety

precautions should be followed, including the

following:

d. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes.

Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils

or food in the cavity when not in use.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns,

electric shock, fire, and injury to persons or

exposure to excessive microwave energy:

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. THEIS 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:

1. Read all instructions before using the

appliance.

2. Read

and

the

specific

"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY" on page 1.

1) Do not overheat the liquid.

3. This appliance must be grounded.

Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See

"grounding instructions” on page 3.

Stir the liquid both before and

halfway through heating it.

Do not use straight-sided containers

4. Install or locate this appliance only in

accordance with the provided installation

instructions.

with narrow necks.

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.

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.

7. As with any appliance, close supervision

is necessary when used by children.

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.

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

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

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basement, near a swimming pool, or similar

locations.

appliance beneath this appliance.

20. Be certain the glass tray and roller rings

are in place when you operate the oven

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.

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.

22. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven

that comes together on closing the door, use

only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents

applied with a sponge or soft clot

18. Use only thermometers, which are

specifically designed for use in microwave

ovens.

19. Do not operate any heating or cooking

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,

materials.

near

combustible

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.

WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug

can result in a risk of electric shock.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

b) The extension cord must be

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, 20 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:

Power Supply Cord

If you have any questions about the grounding

or electrical instructions, consult a qualified

electrician or service person.

1. A short power supply cord is provided to

reduce the risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Neither RCA 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

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

UTENSILS GUIDE

This section lists which utensils can be used in

the microwave, which ones have limited use for

short periods, and which ones should not be

used in the microwave.

Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes

— Use for heating or cooking.

Paper plates and cups — Use for short-term

heating at low temperatures. Do not use

recycled paper, which may contain metal and

could ignite.

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.

Wax paper — Use as a cover to prevent

spattering.

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.

Microwaveable plastic wrap — Use to retain

steam. Leave a small opening for some steam

to escape and avoid placing it directly on the

food.

Paper towels and napkins

—

Use for

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.

Λ LIMITED USE

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.

microwave use.

Styrofoam plates and cups — These can

melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.

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.

Plastic storage and food containers —

Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in

the microwave.

Metal utensils — These can damage your oven.

Remove all metal before cooking.

Plastic — Use only if labeled "Microwave

Safe". Other plastics can melt.

Note:

8 Not Recommended

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.

Glass jars and bottles — Regular glass is too

thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter

and cause damage and injury.

Paper bags — These are a fire hazard, except

for popcorn bags that are designed for

COOKING TECHNIQUES

Your microwave makes cooking easier than

conventional cooking, provided you keep these

considerations in mind:

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.

STIRRING

TURNING

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.

Turn foods over midway through cooking to

expose all parts to microwave energy. This is

especially important with large foods such as

roasts.

STANDING

ARRANGEMENT

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.

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.

SHIELDING

Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil

to prevent overcooking. Areas that need

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.

ADDING MOISTURE

Microwave energy is attracted to water

molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Consumption:

Output:

120V~60Hz, 1350W (MICROWAVE)

900W

Operation Frequency:

2450MHz

Outside Dimensions(H×W×D):

Oven Cavity Dimensions(H×W×D):

Oven Capacity:

11.1/16×19×15.1/2 in.

8.11/16×13.3/8×12.5/8 in.

0.8cu.ft

Cooking Uniformity:

Turntable System

Approx. 30lb.

Net Weight:

The above data may be confirmed or updated.

PART NAMES

1. Door Safety Lock System

2. Oven Window

3. Shaft

4. Roller Ring

5. Control Panel

6. Oven Air Vent

7. Glass Tray

CONTROL PANEL

MENU ACTION SCREEN

Cooking time, power, indicators and present time are displayed.

QUICK COOK BUTTONS

Instant settings to cook popular foods.

POWER

Use to set power levels other than high.

TIMER

Timer functions independently, even while a cooking program

is in process.

COOK

Use for multi-stage cooking. Enables cooking at multiple power

and time settings automatically.

COOK BY WEIGHT

Programmed cooking based on weight of foods cooked.

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

Programmed defrosting based on the weight of the foods to be

defrosted.

SPEED DEFROST

Quick defrost function that alternates defrost and stand times to

quickly and effectively defrost foods.

NUMBER PADS(0-9)

Touch to set time or amount.

CLOCK

Sets current time.

RESET

Clears all previous settings.

START/STOP

Touch to start or stop cooking.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS

ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry.

TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept the entry, check and try again.

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

SETTING THE CLOCK

1. Touch CLOCK pad.

100% power, touch POWER, then

3. Use the number pads to enter the power level.

2. Use the number pads to enter the correct

time. You must touch at least three numbers

to set the clock (one for hour and two for

minutes).

You can set the power level from 1 to 9.

4. Touch START/STOP to start cooking.

Use single digits to set a cooking power level:

Number pad

Cooking power

90%

3. Touch CLOCK pad again.

NOTE:

·This is a 12 hour clock. 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.

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

·You can check the clock time while cooking is in

progress by touching the CLOCK pad.

30%

20%

10%

SETTING THE OVER TIMER

1. Touch TIMER.

B. Two-stage Cooking

2. Enter the amount of time by touching the

number pads. Digit time is in minutes and

seconds and set left to right. Set one digit (a

5 for 5 seconds) or up to four digits (2405 for

24 minutes, 5 seconds).

Some recipes require different stages of

cooking at different temperatures.

1. SET STAGE 1:

Follow steps 1 and 2 in “One-stage Cooking”. DO

NOT TOUCH START/STOP

3. Touch START/STOP.

2. SET STAGE 2:

NOTE:

Touch COOK then enter proper cooking time and

(lower) power level. (Most 2-stage recipes use

lower power for second stage.)

·Time countdown can be seen in display for 3

seconds before clock or cooking time is returned

to display.

3. Touch START/STOP.

·Touch TIMER and then touch RESET to cancel

TIMER during timing process.

NOTE:

·after total time has elapsed, 4 signals sound and

END appears in display. Touch RESET or open

oven door to clear END before starting another

cooking function.

SETTING A COOKING PROGRAM

A. One-stage Cooking

1. Use the number pads to set a cooking time.

·Ounce weights less than 10 must be preceded

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.

2. Enter desired defrosting time by touching

Converting Fractions of a Pound to Ounces

correct number pads.

Fractions of a pound Ounces

Digital timer sets minutes and seconds from left to

right so a single digit can be set (5 for 5 seconds)

or up to 4 digits (2405 for 24 minutes 5 seconds).

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

.60 to .65

.66 to .71

.72 to .78

.79 to .84

.85 to .90

.91 to .97

3. Touch START/STOP.

NOTE:

·After time has elapsed four signals sound and

END appears in display. Touch RESET pad or

open door to clear END before starting another

cooking function.

·After setting SPEED DEFROST, oven can be

programmed to automatically switch to one or

two-stage cooking.

·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, enter

two-stage cooking programs. Then touch

START/STOP.

go to next

even

above .97

·Turn meat over when oven signals twice. Touch

START/STOP to resume cooking.

COOK BY WEIGHT

·After total cooking time, 4 signals sound and

END appears in display. Touch RESET or open

oven door to clear END before starting another

cooking function.

1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT.

2. Enter the one digit code by touching the

correct number pad.

3. Enter weight.

·Let meat stand few minutes before carving.

4. Touch START/STOP.

Cook By Weight Code Description

DEFROST BY WEIGHT

1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.

CODE

TYPE

Beef

MAX WEIGHT

5 lb. 16 oz.

5 lb. 4 oz.

2. Enter weight.

Mutton

Pork

3. Touch START/STOP pad.

NOTE:

Note:

·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

fraction of a pound to ounces using the chart

· Meat must be defrosted and at refrigerated

temperature.

·Weight must be in pounds and ounces.

given above.

·Turn food over when oven signals twice. Touch

START/STOP pad to resume defrosting.

SETTING CHILD LOCK

The safety lock prevents unsupervised operation

by children.

·After total defrosting time, 4 signals sound and

END appears in display. Touch RESET or open

oven door to clear END before starting another

cooking function.

To set, press and hold RESET for 3 seconds.

LOCK is indicated on the display.

To cancel, press and hold RESET for 3 seconds.

LOCK indication disappears.

QUICK COOK SETTINGS

The QUICK COOK settings allow you to cook or

reheat food automatically without entering power

level or time.

number pads from 1 to 4.

3. Touch START/STOP.

For smaller portions, simply touch the applicable

pad and start. For larger portions, push the pad

twice.

For the large 8 to 10 oz. potatoes:

1. Touch POTATO twice.

2. Enter number of potatoes by touching

FROZEN DINNER, BAKED POTATO and

BEVERAGE allow you to cook multiple amounts

number pads from 1 to 4.

of the same food. Simply

touch pad once, and

3. Touch START/STOP.

ENTER AMT appears In the display.

amount of servings and start.

Enter the

PIZZA

Reheating a slice of pizza:

POPCORN

1. Touch POPCORN.

1. Touch PIZZA once.

2. Touch START/STOP.

Heating a whole frozen pizza:

1. Touch PIZZA twice..

2. Touch START/STOP.

POPCORN automatically sets the cooking

time for a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave popcorn.

2. Touch START/STOP.

NOTE:

·To change the preset POPCORN time: Touch

POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME appears in

display. Touch number pads to enter minutes and

seconds. Touch START/STOP. This new cooking

time will remain whenever you use the POPCORN

setting.

BEVERAGE

For 5 to 7 oz. cups:

1. Touch BEVERAGE once.

2. Enter number of cups by touching number

pads from 1 to 4.

3. Touch START/STOP.

BAKED POTATO

For 4 to 6 oz. potatoes:

For the larger 9 to 11 oz. cups:

1. Touch BEVERAGE twice.

1. Touch BAKED POTATO once.

2. Enter number of potatoes by touching

2. Enter number of mugs by touching number

pads from 1 to 4.

3. Touch START/STOP.

2. For 1 entree or 2 entrees, touch the number

pad “1” or “2”:

3. Touch START/STOP.

FROZEN DINNER

For one or two small (7-9 oz.) frozen dinners:

REHEAT

1. Touch FROZEN DINNER once.

For a plate of cool food (11-14 oz.).

2. For 1 entree or 2 entrees, touch the number

pad “1” or “2”

1. Touch REHEAT pad.

3. Touch START/STOP pad.

2. Touch START/STOP.

Microwaving one large (10-12 oz.) frozen

dinner:

1. Touch FROZEN DINNER twice.

CLEANING AND CARE

1. Turn off the oven and remove the power

7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the

glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in

warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.

plug from the wall socket before cleaning.

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.

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.

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.

9. Remove odors from your oven by

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.

12. Please do not dispose this appliance into

disposed to the particular disposal center

provided by the municipalities.

the domestic rubbish bin, it should be

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