USER GUIDE
Microwave Oven
MMSB1710
Tesco Stores Ltd, Delamare Road,
Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL
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?
$Fish should be opaque and flake easily.
$Temperature should reach 70º C for fish.
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$Handle pastry-wrapped foods like mince pies carefully as
Tips for good cooking
the filling gets hotter than the pastry.
Please read this section in conjunction with the Safety
Hints for reheating food
Guide on Page 2.
$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
$When re-heating liquids such as meat stews see that the
meat in a microwave provided you complete the cooking
liquid boils for around 3-5 minutes to ensure the pieces
process by conventional methods - i.e grilling, roasting etc.
of meat are completely heated through.
$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.
$Only defrost food in the microwave if you plan to cook
$ Never tightly cover food. Always cover it loosely.
the food immediately after it has thawed. Some areas of
the food may begin to cook during defrosting, which can
$Do not allow plastic film to touch food as it may
allow bacteria can flourish. Any raw meat must be fully
chemically break down or melt or even catch fire and
defrosted and then cooked by normal cooking
contaminate the food.
processes, i.e grilled, roasted, etc. Do not cook
$Arrange food in the dish so that the thicker part is on the
defrosted raw meat in a microwave oven.
outside and the thinner part inside for more even
$When defrosting, remove the food from the wrapping,
cooking. Fold under the thin edges of fish fillets and
place it on a microwave safe dish. Rotate and re-arrange
tapered foods. Control the shape to get more uniform
food during defrosting. Where appropriate, stir the food
results.
and if possible, separate the food items and remove
$6-7 minutes per 500 gr. will cook most fruit and
those which have already defrosted.
vegetables. Seafood takes less time.
Steam and Smoke
$Different foods require different temperatures to cook.
$Steam is a natural product of microwave cooking. It
Add more minutes as you drop the power.
escapes from the vents in the top and rear of the
$Up to 20% of the cooking takes place after the oven
appliance. These vents should never be blocked.
turns off so always remember that your food will
$Steam may condense in and around the oven during
continue cooking after you've removed it.
cooking and should be dried off after use.
$Food that takes an hour in to cook in a regular oven
$If during cooking, smoke starts to come from the oven
should take around 15 minutes in the microwave.
do NOT open the oven door! Immediately switch off at
$Foods with baking powder should stand a few minutes
the mains, unplug the oven and wait for the smoke to
before cooking to allow the leavening agents to work.
completely subside and the oven to fully cool down
$If a recipe calls for milk and water, reduce the water.
before removing the food.
$Rotate large items of food occasionally during cooking
$Before you use your microwave oven again, consult a
to encourage even heat distribution.
service technician and have the oven tested .
$Food cooks best and reheats better in a round dish or a
Testing Your Oven
dish with curved sides.
Place a cup of water in the oven and heat it on full power
$Salt attracts microwaves. Don't just sprinkle it on food
for 2 minutes. If the water gets hot the oven is working.
before cooking, stir it in or add it later.
$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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Cleaning and Care Specifications
These steps should be taken after every use. Model No. MMSB1710
Mains Voltage 230V-240V AC, 50 Hz
$Disconnect the power supply and wait for the appliance
Mains Power 1150W
to completely cool down.
Oven Capacity 17 Litres
$Remove the turntable support ring and the turntable
and wash then in warm soapy water. Microwave Output 700 Watts
$Clean the oven cavity, the outer edge of the cavity, and Microwave Frequency 2,450 MHz
the oven door with water and a mild detergent. A
Net Weight 10.7kg approx.
special microwave oven cleaner is not necessary. Do
not use scouring pads, or other abrasives.
UK: Waste electrical products should not be
$Wipe the outer surfaces and control panel with a damp
disposed of with household waste.
soft cloth.
$If liquids have been splashed on the wall of the oven
cavity, they must be fully removed otherwise smoke may
e for details.
occur when the appliance is next used.
ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
$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
$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
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.
MMSB1710 Microwave Oven User Guide
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