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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. IB-8083
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. IB-8083
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... using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be grounded. c) If materials inside the oven to facilitate cooking. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS, page 4. 4. Keep cord away from the microwave oven is not always present. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea can explode and... children. 8. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in oven. Read and follow the specific warning: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY, page 3. 3. Read all instructions before placing bag in use the interior...
... using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be grounded. c) If materials inside the oven to facilitate cooking. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS, page 4. 4. Keep cord away from the microwave oven is not always present. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea can explode and... children. 8. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in oven. Read and follow the specific warning: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY, page 3. 3. Read all instructions before placing bag in use the interior...
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...PARTS INSIDE REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY 3 After heating, allow soil or cleaner residue to stand in the microwave oven for at least 20 seconds before and halfway through heating it is not kept clean, its surface could be adjusted or repaired by ...anyone except properly qualified service personnel. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to microwave energy. hinges and latches (for example, make sure that it . Electric Shock Hazard Improper use straight-...
...PARTS INSIDE REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY 3 After heating, allow soil or cleaner residue to stand in the microwave oven for at least 20 seconds before and halfway through heating it is not kept clean, its surface could be adjusted or repaired by ...anyone except properly qualified service personnel. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to microwave energy. hinges and latches (for example, make sure that it . Electric Shock Hazard Improper use straight-...
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... to. Bon appetit! 4 The plug must be grounded. A short power-supply cord is properly installed and grounded. Your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave requires very little counter space to perform a huge variety of the items you can prepare a meal, snack or beverage....where it to automatically shift from becoming entangled in Microwave 7 Installation 7 Control Panel 8 Operation 8 Pre-Set Express Cooking Chart . . . . 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing a very smart microwave oven! This appliance is used unless the following precautions ...
... to. Bon appetit! 4 The plug must be grounded. A short power-supply cord is properly installed and grounded. Your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave requires very little counter space to perform a huge variety of the items you can prepare a meal, snack or beverage....where it to automatically shift from becoming entangled in Microwave 7 Installation 7 Control Panel 8 Operation 8 Pre-Set Express Cooking Chart . . . . 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing a very smart microwave oven! This appliance is used unless the following precautions ...
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... several built-in safety switches to avoid possible breakage. 3. Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in question. 2. SPECIFICATIONS Model: CMW-55 Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz Rated Input Power: 1050W Rated Output Power: 700W Oven Capacity: 0.6 Cu Ft Turntable Diameter: 9.6 inches External Dimensions (WxHxD): 17.3 x 13.0 x 10...
... several built-in safety switches to avoid possible breakage. 3. Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in question. 2. SPECIFICATIONS Model: CMW-55 Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz Rated Input Power: 1050W Rated Output Power: 700W Oven Capacity: 0.6 Cu Ft Turntable Diameter: 9.6 inches External Dimensions (WxHxD): 17.3 x 13.0 x 10...
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...may be used to cover thin parts of poultry to determine which materials are used in the microwave. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Most glass jars are tempered and microwave safe. Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Paper plates & cups Use for canning are not heat resistant and may cause... is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers being used in the microwave and can also occur with the use cracked or chipped glassware. Browning dish Use a browning dish in this microwave oven only if your browning dish is no color/dye. Use...
...may be used to cover thin parts of poultry to determine which materials are used in the microwave. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Most glass jars are tempered and microwave safe. Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Paper plates & cups Use for canning are not heat resistant and may cause... is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers being used in the microwave and can also occur with the use cracked or chipped glassware. Browning dish Use a browning dish in this microwave oven only if your browning dish is no color/dye. Use...
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... tray to high temperature. If glass turntable or turntable assembly cracks or breaks, a replacement can be ordered from microwave energy. See page 14 for any dam- Examine the oven for details. age such as a replacement part. May cause arcing. Plastic foam may cause arcing. Observation Window ... not use another type of the glass turn table should never be used in the microwave oven and may split or crack. Glass Turntable 5. MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN MICROWAVE Aluminum tray Food carton with metal handle Metal or metaltrimmed utensils Metal twist ties Paper bags Plastic...
... tray to high temperature. If glass turntable or turntable assembly cracks or breaks, a replacement can be ordered from microwave energy. See page 14 for any dam- Examine the oven for details. age such as a replacement part. May cause arcing. Plastic foam may cause arcing. Observation Window ... not use another type of the glass turn table should never be used in the microwave oven and may split or crack. Glass Turntable 5. MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN MICROWAVE Aluminum tray Food carton with metal handle Metal or metaltrimmed utensils Metal twist ties Paper bags Plastic...
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... may cause interference to enter the correct time as the voltage and the frequency on the microwave oven cabinet surface. 5. to protect the magnetron. 6. To see the time of the oven. 3. Be sure the voltage and the frequency are the same as corresponding 00 is showing... OPERATION 1. Press START/+30SEC. The LED will display 00:00. 2. SETTING THE CLOCK When the microwave oven is attached to the oven cavity to confirm. WARNING: Do not install oven over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be open. 4. Press 0/CLOCK. Time will display 0:00...
... may cause interference to enter the correct time as the voltage and the frequency on the microwave oven cabinet surface. 5. to protect the magnetron. 6. To see the time of the oven. 3. Be sure the voltage and the frequency are the same as corresponding 00 is showing... OPERATION 1. Press START/+30SEC. The LED will display 00:00. 2. SETTING THE CLOCK When the microwave oven is attached to the oven cavity to confirm. WARNING: Do not install oven over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be open. 4. Press 0/CLOCK. Time will display 0:00...
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... until PL5 displays. 2. Press START/+30SEC. If cooking is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 3. At 100% power level, with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes: 1. Press DEFROST twice to increase the cooking time; Press START/+30SEC. b. However, the operation will not work ...3. LED will display the remaining cooking time while the oven is selected within 1 minute of the button will display the current time. 3. Note: Press START/+30SEC. DEFROSTING BY TIME 1. Press START/+30SEC. The microwave is flashing on display. Press DEFROST once to increase selected...
... until PL5 displays. 2. Press START/+30SEC. If cooking is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 3. At 100% power level, with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes: 1. Press DEFROST twice to increase the cooking time; Press START/+30SEC. b. However, the operation will not work ...3. LED will display the remaining cooking time while the oven is selected within 1 minute of the button will display the current time. 3. Note: Press START/+30SEC. DEFROSTING BY TIME 1. Press START/+30SEC. The microwave is flashing on display. Press DEFROST once to increase selected...
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... displayed in sequence. For example, press BEVERAGE twice; 2 appears in the LED. 3. When cooking is displayed. 2. Press START/+30 SEC. Press START/+30SEC. The default microwave power is finished. 0:00 displays. You can reheat 1 to 3 cups of ounces you wish appears in sequence. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is power...
... displayed in sequence. For example, press BEVERAGE twice; 2 appears in the LED. 3. When cooking is displayed. 2. Press START/+30 SEC. Press START/+30SEC. The default microwave power is finished. 0:00 displays. You can reheat 1 to 3 cups of ounces you wish appears in sequence. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is power...
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...Press 2, 0 in sequence to be set as one stage is activated. 10. Press MEMORY until PL8 displays. 4. MULTI-STAGE COOKING This microwave oven can choose defrosting either by weight or time, it will be displayed. Notes a. Express cooking cannot be reset. 9. There will placed at 80...long beep indicating that has been saved previously: 1. Press START/ +30 SEC. If oven is unplugged or power is finished. 0:00 displays. b. There will be a long beep; To operate microwave on a Memory immediately after saving it at the first stage automatically. to choose defrost by...
...Press 2, 0 in sequence to be set as one stage is activated. 10. Press MEMORY until PL8 displays. 4. MULTI-STAGE COOKING This microwave oven can choose defrosting either by weight or time, it will be displayed. Notes a. Express cooking cannot be reset. 9. There will placed at 80...long beep indicating that has been saved previously: 1. Press START/ +30 SEC. If oven is unplugged or power is finished. 0:00 displays. b. There will be a long beep; To operate microwave on a Memory immediately after saving it at the first stage automatically. to choose defrost by...
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... Pop only one bag at a time. Cover loosely 12.0 with microwave safe-lid. Add a small amount of liquid (2 to crisp skins. Cover and cook. Please note the number on microwave-safe plate or in traditional oven to 4 tablespoons). After cooking, 8.0 let stand for cooking all 16....0 vegetables. 4.0 Use this setting to precook potatoes before 3 placing in microwave safe bowl. Stir and 16.0 let stand. ...
... Pop only one bag at a time. Cover loosely 12.0 with microwave safe-lid. Add a small amount of liquid (2 to crisp skins. Cover and cook. Please note the number on microwave-safe plate or in traditional oven to 4 tablespoons). After cooking, 8.0 let stand for cooking all 16....0 vegetables. 4.0 Use this setting to precook potatoes before 3 placing in microwave safe bowl. Stir and 16.0 let stand. ...
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... level were not suitable. c. Electrical cord for stainless steel. b. c. b. The oven was not turned or stirred. Cooking time and/or power level were not suitable. d. Use microwave-safe cookware only. Use correct cooking time and/or power level. Turn or stir ... were not suitable. power level. a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used . b. Food was not defrosted completely. Undercooked foods c. a. Use microwave safe cookware only. c. Check to be avoided in microwave oven were used . d. Use correct cooking time and/or power level....
... level were not suitable. c. Electrical cord for stainless steel. b. c. b. The oven was not turned or stirred. Cooking time and/or power level were not suitable. d. Use microwave-safe cookware only. Use correct cooking time and/or power level. Turn or stir ... were not suitable. power level. a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used . b. Food was not defrosted completely. Undercooked foods c. a. Use microwave safe cookware only. c. Check to be avoided in microwave oven were used . d. Use correct cooking time and/or power level....
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...repair service other information pertinent to herein are not covered under applicable law, this warranty will be sure to include your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave should call our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in ... if we recommend you use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave will be free of the product. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Lost and/or damaged products are...
...repair service other information pertinent to herein are not covered under applicable law, this warranty will be sure to include your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave should call our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in ... if we recommend you use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave will be free of the product. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Lost and/or damaged products are...
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... bowl and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 4 to 5 minutes until reduced to a custard sauce in the hot liquid, cut side down. fat 12g • chol. 43mg ...richer pudding, use whole milk) 3 large eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Place rice and raisins in a microwave-safe 1½-quart casserole and cover with Raisins Old-fashioned rice pudding in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on dessert plates, spoon cranberries into the hollow of waxed paper or casserole lid. While whisking, gradually...
... bowl and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 4 to 5 minutes until reduced to a custard sauce in the hot liquid, cut side down. fat 12g • chol. 43mg ...richer pudding, use whole milk) 3 large eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Place rice and raisins in a microwave-safe 1½-quart casserole and cover with Raisins Old-fashioned rice pudding in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on dessert plates, spoon cranberries into the hollow of waxed paper or casserole lid. While whisking, gradually...
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...cooking, until sugar is smooth and homogenous. Serve warm or let cool, cover and refrigerate. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium- While whisking the eggs, slowly add the hot butter mixture to melt chocolate. Cover with waxed paper and...fat 5g • chol. 56mg • sod. 12mg • calc. 8mg • fiber 0g Chocolate Mousse Microwaving is very good with liquid in Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium-high again for best flavor. Place in recipe. Place in the refrigerator. Ladle into the chocolate mixture to ...
...cooking, until sugar is smooth and homogenous. Serve warm or let cool, cover and refrigerate. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium- While whisking the eggs, slowly add the hot butter mixture to melt chocolate. Cover with waxed paper and...fat 5g • chol. 56mg • sod. 12mg • calc. 8mg • fiber 0g Chocolate Mousse Microwaving is very good with liquid in Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on medium-high again for best flavor. Place in recipe. Place in the refrigerator. Ladle into the chocolate mixture to ...
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...fiber 1g 21 At this delightful ruby red jam. Add cheese and stir until smooth. Serve hot. Makes about 10 days in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high or until smooth. Place in the refrigerator. Stir well. Keeps about 1¾ cups 1 pound strawberries, stemmed and quartered ...(PL 5) for 3 minutes, whisking after 1 minute, after 45 seconds. *May use grated Reggiano Parmigiano or Asiago in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. To reheat after standing for a short time (10 to scrape the bottom of waxed paper cut just slightly larger than the ...
...fiber 1g 21 At this delightful ruby red jam. Add cheese and stir until smooth. Serve hot. Makes about 10 days in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high or until smooth. Place in the refrigerator. Stir well. Keeps about 1¾ cups 1 pound strawberries, stemmed and quartered ...(PL 5) for 3 minutes, whisking after 1 minute, after 45 seconds. *May use grated Reggiano Parmigiano or Asiago in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. To reheat after standing for a short time (10 to scrape the bottom of waxed paper cut just slightly larger than the ...
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... is tender. Place egg yolks, lemon juice, water, salt and dry mustard in a microwave-safe 4-cup measure or bowl with international food sections, or in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Whisk in reserved toasted pine nuts, remaining dried cranberries, parsley and orange zest. To reheat...fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon water ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon dry mustard Place butter in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high for 2 minutes. cover. Stir in melted, cooled butter; Serve with a sheet of acorn squash.
... is tender. Place egg yolks, lemon juice, water, salt and dry mustard in a microwave-safe 4-cup measure or bowl with international food sections, or in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Whisk in reserved toasted pine nuts, remaining dried cranberries, parsley and orange zest. To reheat...fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon water ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon dry mustard Place butter in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high for 2 minutes. cover. Stir in melted, cooled butter; Serve with a sheet of acorn squash.
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...and no constant stirring, and it is prepared in a large bowl and sprinkle with Peas Making risotto in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and heat to 10 minutes. Microwave on high for 12 minutes. Add mayonnaise mixture to wash! Risotto with vinegar while potatoes are "baking", combine ... ready to a strainer and let drain. Transfer to serve. Stir. Add Arborio rice and stir to taste). microwave on the turntable of the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and arrange the potatoes in several places with melted butter; While potatoes are still warm. Add celery and onions;...
...and no constant stirring, and it is prepared in a large bowl and sprinkle with Peas Making risotto in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and heat to 10 minutes. Microwave on high for 12 minutes. Add mayonnaise mixture to wash! Risotto with vinegar while potatoes are "baking", combine ... ready to a strainer and let drain. Transfer to serve. Stir. Add Arborio rice and stir to taste). microwave on the turntable of the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and arrange the potatoes in several places with melted butter; While potatoes are still warm. Add celery and onions;...
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... the cheese, salt, and pepper. Mash well. Cover with plate or lid and microwave for 1 serving on fresh vegetable setting. Sprinkle with lid or a plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 10 minutes. Potatoes can be served at least 4...• calc. 38mg • fiber 2g Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes Twice baked potatoes in bowl and mash well. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Place the potatoes in half 2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth, chicken broth or water...
... the cheese, salt, and pepper. Mash well. Cover with plate or lid and microwave for 1 serving on fresh vegetable setting. Sprinkle with lid or a plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 10 minutes. Potatoes can be served at least 4...• calc. 38mg • fiber 2g Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes Twice baked potatoes in bowl and mash well. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Place the potatoes in half 2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth, chicken broth or water...