Magic Chef MCO2212ARW Operations Instructions Page 1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS &COOKING GUIDEIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION Never operate the oven when it is empty or without theglass turntable.Never oper

9The oven light is on only when the microwaveoven is operating.The oven door can be opened at any timeduring operation by touching the door releasebut

10CONTROLSCLOCKWhen the oven is first plugged in, the display will flash ":0" and a tone will sound. If the AC powerever turns off, the disp

11AUTO DEFROSTAUTO DEFROST lets you easily defrost food by eliminating guesswork in determining defrostingtime. The defrosting time is automatically d

12TIME DEFROSTWhen TIME DEFROST is selected, the automatic cycle divides the defrosting time into periods ofalternating defrost and stand times by cyc

13COOKING IN ONE STAGE1. Touch POWER pad. The STAGE1 indicator lights and "P-" isdisplayed.This display will show you what you touched.This

14WEIGHT DEFROST AND COOKING IN TWO STAGESAll recipes require frozen foods to be defrosted fully before cooking.This oven can be programmed to automat

15AUTO STARTAuto start can be programmed for up to two cooking stages.Auto start can not be programmed for auto defrost.1. Program the desired powerle

16ONE TOUCH COOKINGOne touch cooking allows you to cook or reheat many of your favorite foods by touching just one pad.To increase quantity, touch cho

17BAKEDPOTATO1. Touch BAKED POTATO padonce for 1 NO, twice for 2 NOor three times for 3 NO bakedpotato.“1”, “2” or “3” is displayed with NO indicator.

18MORE, LESSTo increase/decrease one touch cooking time, use MORE/LESS pad before pressing one touchcooking pad. The overall one touch cooking time ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS ...

19SAVING THE ENERGYTo set, press number pad “0” for 3 seconds and the display turns off with a beep sound.To cancel, press number pad “0” for 3 second

20PlasticsPlastic dishes, cups, mugs and bowls may be used in the oven for short periods of time. None of theseshould be used in the oven for prolonge

21COOKING GUIDEVEGETABLESVegetables are favorite foods when cooked in themicrowave. Because they cook for a shorter time andrequire less water than co

22EGGS AND CHEESEEggs and cheese are delicate foods requiring care inmicrowave cooking. Piercing the yolks of eggs helps torelease steam during cookin

23BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD1 cup broccoli florets1 cup cauliflower florets1/2 cup mayonnaise1 to 2 teaspoons prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon dried b

24VEGETARIAN CHILI1/2 cup celery, chopped1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/4 cup)1 tablespoon chili po

25FISH AND SEAFOODDelicate, tender fish is the result when cooked in themicrowave. Because it is moist cooking, the finishedfish and seafood, if cooke

26FISH FILLET AMANDINE1/4 cup margarine or butter, divided1/2 cup slivered almonds1 teaspoon almond liqueur, optional1 pound fresh or thawed frozen

27POACHED CHICKEN2 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 1 lb.)1 celery stalk, cut up1 medium carrot, cut up1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)1

28MEATSTender cuts of meat do well in the microwave,especially when cooked at lower power levels. Be suremeat is fully defrosted before cooking. Consu

2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:11. Read all inst

29PORK SAUSAGE CASSEROLE1 medium red onion3 green apples, seeded and cubed2 tablespoons margarine or butter1 package (12 oz.) bulk pork sausage, cooke

30CHICKEN RICE SOUPPoached Chicken (see recipe on Page 27)3 cups chicken broth1 cup instant rice, uncooked2 tablespoons chopped parsley1. Prepare Poac

31TOMATO SAUCE1 can (29 oz.) tomato sauce1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon black pepper1. In a 2-qua

32DESSERTSA sweet ending to a meal is a lot easier in the microwave oven. Quick to make, delicious to eat, these dessertsoffer something for everyone.

33RICE PUDDING1 package (3 oz.) regular vanilla pudding and pie filling (not instant)2 cups milk1/2 cup instant rice, uncooked1/3 cup raisins1/2 teasp

34ROLLER GUIDEGLASS TRAYGlass TrayRoller Guide1. The ROLLER GUIDE and oven floor should becleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.2. The ROLLER

To Remove Grease FilterTo remove grease filter, grasp the “finger hold”on the filter and slide to the rear. Then pull filterdownward and to the front.

36LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENTCooktop LightTo replace the cooktop light, first disconnectpower at main fuse or circuit breaker panel orpull plug. Remove scr

37USE YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN SAFELYGENERAL USEDo not attempt to defeat or tamper with safety interlocks.Do not place any object between the oven front fr

38BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICERefer to following checklist, you may prevent an unnecessary service call.* The oven doesn't work;1. Check that the

3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS22. Do not lean on the oven door. The door isdesigned to close tightly and seal properly forsafe operation. Leaning on t

Microwave Oven WarrantyMC Appliance Corp. warrants each new Microwave Oven to be free from defects in materialand workmanship and agrees to remedy any

4FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCESTATEMENT(U.S.A. ONLY)GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSWARNING:This equipment generates and uses I

5Refer to Installation Manual.Power supplyThis microwave oven requires a power supply of approximately 15 Amperes, 120 Volts, 60 Hz and agrounded outl

6* Specifications subject to change without notice.POWER SUPPLY 120V AC 60 Hz SINGLE PHASE WITH GROUNDINGPOWER CONSUMPTION 1400 WMICROWAVE OUTPUT PO

71. Door screen - Allows viewing of food.The screen is transparent to light, butprevents microwave escaping.2. Door latch - When the door is closed it

88. Time set pad - Used to set the cookingtime and the present time.9. Display - Cooking time, power level,indicators and present time are displayed.1