Tesco MM08 - Manual

Cleaning and Care

Specifications

These steps should be taken after every use.

Model No.

MM08

Mains Voltage

230V-240V AC, 50 Hz

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Disconnect the power supply and wait for the

Mains Power

1150W

appliance to completely cool down.

Oven Capacity

17 Litres

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Remove the turntable support ring and the turntable
and wash then in warm soapy water.

Microwave Output

700 Watts

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Clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity,

Microwave Frequency 2,450 MHz

and the oven door with water and a mild detergent.

Net Weight

10.7kg approx.

A special microwave oven cleaner is not necessary.
Do not use scouring pads, or other abrasives.

UK: Waste electrical products should not be

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Wipe the outer surfaces and control panel with a

disposed of with household waste.

damp soft cloth.

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If liquids have been splashed on the wall of the oven
cavity, they must be fully removed otherwise smoke

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may occur when the appliance is next used.

ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste

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If the cavity emits odours, boil a cup of water with a

electrical products should not be disposed of

squeeze of lemon juice for 5-7 min. to remove them.

with household waste. Please recycle where

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Dry all parts thoroughly and replace them.

facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority
or retailer for recycling advice

Warranty

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THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Your Tesco appliance is covered by a warranty for 12
months from the date of purchase. If a fault develops
during this period, please contact the TESCO electrical
help line on 0845 456 6767. Please have your original
purchase receipt with you when you call. This warranty in
no way affects your consumer rights.

Separate

disposal facilities exist, for your nearest
facilities. See www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-
stor

Tesco Stores Ltd,

Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL

APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FRESH VEGETABLES (ON FULL POWER)

Item

Weight

Added water

Cooking Time

Aubergines (peeled and diced)

450g

30-40 ml

5-6 minutes

Broccoli (trimmed and sliced into spears)

225g

50 ml

4-5 minutes

Brussels Sprouts(peeled)

225g

50 ml

6-8 minutes

Carrots (diced)

225g

30 ml

6-8 minutes

Cauliflower (in florets)

450g

50-60 ml

8-10 minutes

Courgettes (diced or sliced)

450g

10 ml

6-8 minutes

Peas (removed from pods)

225g

40-50 ml

5-6 minutes

Potatoes, jacket ( 2, scrubbed and pierced all round)

225g

None

8-9 minutes

Potatoes, (in 40mm pieces)

450 g

40-50 ml

7-8 minutes

Spinach (shredded)

225g

None

4-5 minutes

The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit quantities, portion sizes and individual taste. The
average cooking time for vegetables is around 6 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). When adding salt, mix it with the water or add it
after cooking.
To cook vegetables: Mix them with the water in a ceramic curved bottomed bowl and cover lightly. After cooking leave the
vegetables to stand for 2-3 minutes before straining (if necessary) and serving.

APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FOR FISH (ON FULL POWER)

Item

Weight

Cooking Time

StandingTime

Cod fillets

450g

3-4 minutes

4-10 minutes

Cod steaks

225g

3-4 minutes

4-10 minutes

Haddock fillets

225g

3-4 minutes

4-10 minutes

Kipper fillets

450g

3.4 minutes

4-6 minutes

Plaice fillets

225g

3-4 minutes

6-8 minutes

Trout (2 fish, gutted but whole) turn fish over half way through

4-6 minutes

The times given above are approximate and should be adjusted to suit portion sizes and individual taste. The average
cooking time for fish is around 4 minutes per 450 g (1 lb). The fish should be lightly covered during the standing period.

Is it cooked?

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Fish should be opaque and flake easily.

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Temperature should reach 70º C for fish.

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Microwave Oven

User

Guide

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Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies

Tips for good cooking

carefully as the filling gets hotter than the pastry.

Please read this section in conjunction with the Safety

Hints for reheating food

Guide on Page 2.

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Heat leftovers and pre-cooked food to at least 70°C.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Raw meat should never be fully

Food should be hot and steaming before it is served.

cooked in a microwave oven. You may partially cook raw

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When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that

meat in a microwave provided you complete the cooking

the liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the

process by conventional methods - i.e grilling, roasting etc.

pieces of meat are completely heated through.

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Stir liquids and purees before during and after cooking
to distribute the heat evenly. Mashed potato will cook
more evenly and more thoroughly if lightly covered.

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Only defrost food in the microwave if you plan to

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Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.

cook the food immediately after it has thawed. Some
areas of the food may begin to cook during defrosting,

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Do not allow plastic film to touch food as it may

which can allow bacteria can flourish. Any raw meat

chemically break down or melt or even catch fire and

must be fully defrosted and then cooked by normal

contaminate the food.

cooking processes, i.e grilled, roasted, etc.

Do not

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Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on

cook defrosted raw meat in a microwave oven.

the outside and the thinner part inside for more even

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When defrosting, remove the food from the

cooking. Fold under the thin edges of fish fillets and

wrapping, place it on a microwave safe dish. Rotate

tapered foods. Control the shape to get more uniform

and re-arrange food during defrosting. Where

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appropriate, stir the food and if possible, separate the

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6-7 minutes per 500 gr. will cook most fruit and

food items and remove those which have already

vegetables. Seafood takes less time.

defrosted.

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Different foods require different temperatures to

Steam and Smoke

cook. Add more minutes as you drop the power.

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Steam is a natural product of microwave cooking. It

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Up to 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven

escapes from the vents in the top and rear of the

turns off so always remember that your food will

appliance. These vents should never be blocked.

continue cooking after you've removed it.

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Steam may condense in and around the oven during

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Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven

cooking and should be dried off after use.

should take around 15 minutes in the microwave.

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If during cooking, smoke starts to come from the oven

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Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes

do NOT open the oven door! Immediately switch off

before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work.

at the mains, unplug the oven and wait for the smoke

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If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water.

to completely subside and the oven to fully cool down

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Rotate large items of food occasionally during

before removing the food.

cooking to encourage even heat distribution.

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Before you use your microwave oven again, consult a

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Food cooks best and reheats better in a round dish or

service technician and have the oven tested .

a dish with curved sides.

Testing Your Oven

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Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food

Place a cup of water in the oven and heat it on full power

before cooking, stir it in or add it later.

for 2 minutes. If the water gets hot the oven is working.

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Fats and sugars attract microwaves - thoroughly mix
sugar with other ingredients. Care should be taken
when cooking foods with high sugar or fat contents as
they can reach very high temperatures.

Hints for defrosting

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Microwave Oven User Guide