Microwave Oven
RMW743
1. READ these instructions carefully before installing and operating the oven. Keep
them for further reference.
2. Record in the space below the “SERIAL NO.” found on the nameplate on your
oven and retain this information for future reference.
SERIAL NO.:
Please save sales receipt for warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic
safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
by children.
8. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns,
electric shock, fire, and injury to persons
or exposure to excessive microwave
energy:
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Do not overcook food. Carefully
attend appliance when paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are
placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking.
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific
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Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag in
oven.
"PRECAUTIONS
POSSIBLE
TO
AVOID
TO
EXPOSURE
EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE
If materials inside the oven should
ignite, keep oven door closed, turn
oven off, and disconnect the power
cord or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
ENERGY" found on page1.
3. This appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly grounded
outlet. See "grounding instructions” found
on page 4.
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Do not use the cavity for storage
purposes. Do not leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in
the cavity when not in use.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance
with
the
provided
installation instructions.
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.
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.
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.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT
LIQUIDS
SUDDENLY
BOILING
OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS
DISTRURBED OR A UTENSIL IS
INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. To reduce
the risk of injury to person:
7. As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used
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Do not overheat the liquid.
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Stir the liquid both before and
halfway through heating it.
the appliance.
Do not use straight-sided containers
with narrow necks.
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 basement, near a swimming
pool, or similar locations.
After heating, allow the container to
stand in the microwave oven for a
short time before removing the
container.
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.
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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.
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.
11. Pierce foods with heavy skins such as
potatoes, whole squash, apples and
chestnuts before cooking.
18. Use only thermometers, which are
specifically designed for use in
microwave ovens.
12. The contents of feeding bottles and
baby jars should be stirred or shaken,
or hot water spilled may cause burns,
and the temperature should be
checked before serving in order to
avoid burns.
19. Do not operate any heating or cooking
appliance beneath this appliance.
20. Be certain the glass tray and roller
rings are in place when you operate
the oven
13. Cooking utensils may become hot
because of heat transferred from the
heated food. Potholders may be
needed to handle the utensil.
21. This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service personnel
contact nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
14. Do not cover or block any openings on
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the
cord set or extension cord should
be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance.
b) The extension cord must be a
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
event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric
current. The appliance is equipped with a
cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
WARNING: Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Electrical Requirements
children
or
tripped
over
unintentionally.
Notes:
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt
60 Hz, AC only, 15 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.
1. If you have any questions about the
grounding or electrical instructions,
consult
a
qualified electrician or
service person.
2. 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.
Power Supply Cord
1. A short power supply cord is provided
to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by
the microwave oven to your radio or TV,
check that the microwave oven is on a
different circuit, relocated the radio or TV as
far away from the oven as feasible or check
position and signal of receiving antenna.
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
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.
Recommended
absorb excess moisture and prevent
spattering. Do not use recycled paper
towels, which may contain metal and
could ignite.
gGlass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes
ü Use for heating or cooking.
g Microwave browning dish ü Use to
brown the exterior of small items such as
g Paper plates and cups ü Use for
short-term heating at low temperatures.
Do not use recycled paper, which may
contain metal and could ignite.
gWax paper ü Use as a cover to prevent
spattering.
gThermometers ü Use only those labeled
“Microwave Safe” and follow all directions.
Check the food in several places.
Conventional thermometers may be used
steaks,
chops, or pancakes. Follow
the directions provided with your
browning dish.
g Microwaveable plastic wrap ü Use to
retain steam. Leave a small opening for
some steam to escape and avoid placing
it directly on the food.
gPaper towels and napkins ü Use for
short-term heating and covering; These
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on microwave food once the food has
been removed from the oven.
gGlass jars and bottles ü Regular glass is
too thin to be used in a microwave. It can
shatter and cause damage and injury.
gPaper bags ü These are a fire hazard,
except for popcorn bags that are
designed for microwave use.
gStyrofoam plates and cups ü These can
melt and leave an unhealthy residue on
food.
gPlastic storage and food containers ü
Containers such as margarine tubs can
melt in the microwave.
gMetal utensils ü These can damage your
oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note: 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.
Limited Use
gAluminum foil ü Use narrow strips of foil
to prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
Using too much foil can damage your
oven, so be careful.
gCeramic, porcelain, and stoneware ü
Use these if they are labeled “Microwave
Safe”.
If they are not labeled, test them to make
sure they can be used safely.
gPlastic ü Use only if labeled “Microwave
Safe”. Other plastics can melt.
gStraw, wicker, and wood ü Use only for
short-term heating, such as warming
dinner rolls for a few seconds. Baskets
and bowls may be flammable.
Not Recommended
COOKING TECHNIQUES
Your microwave makes cooking easier than
conventional cooking, provided you keep
these considerations in mind:
your oven.
Turning
Turn foods over midway through cooking to
expose all parts to microwave energy. This
is especially important with large foods such
as roasts.
Stirring
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.
Standing
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.
Arrangement
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
Adding moisture
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum
foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need
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
Microwave energy is attracted to water
molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture
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.
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
If the oven fails to operate:
A) Check to ensure that the oven is plugged
in securely. If it is not, remove the plug
from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and
plug it in again securely.
C) Check to ensure that the control panel is
programmed correctly and the timer is
set.
D) Check to ensure that the door is securely
closed engaging the door safety lock
system. Otherwise, the microwave
energy will not flow into the oven.
B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a
tripped main circuit breaker. If these
seem to be operating properly, test the
outlet with another appliance.
IF NONE OF THE ABOVE RECTIFIES THE SITUATION, THEN CONTACT A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR THE OVEN YOURSELF.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Consumption
Output
120V~60Hz, 1050W
700W
Operation Frequency
Outside Dimensions (H×W×D)
Oven Cavity Dimensions (H×W×D)
Oven Capacity
2450MHz
10 5/16×17 13/16×12 9/16 inches.
8 11/16×12 3/8×11 9/16 inches.
0.7cu.ft.
Net Weight
Approx. 23.1lbs.
PART NAMES
① Door Safety Lock System
② Oven Window
③ Turntable Roller
④ Door Release Button
⑤ Control Panel
⑥ Wave Guide
Glass Tray
DO NOT REMOVE THE CARDBOARD OVEN AIR
VENT COVER THAT IS INSIDE THE MICROWAVE!
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CONTROL PANEL
DISPLAY
Cooking time, power, indicators and present
time are displayed.
QUICK COOK BUTTONS
Instant settings to cook popular foods.
NUMBER PADS (0-9)
Touch to set times or weights.
CLOCK
Use to set the time of day or recall the time of
day.
RESET
Use to clear all previous settings.
POWER
Use to set power level. To check power level
during cooking, touch POWER LEVEL pad.
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.
DEFROST BY WEIGHT
Programmed defrosting based on the weight of
the foods to be defrosted.
COOK BY WEIGHT
Programmed cooking based on the weight of
the foods to be cooked.
SPEED DEFROST
Quick defrost function that alternates defrost
and stand times to quickly and effectively
defrost foods.
START/STOP
Touch to start or stop cooking.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
SIGNALS DURING OVEN SETTINGS
TWO SIGNALS: Oven does not accept
the entry, check and try again.
ONE SIGNAL: Oven accepts the entry.
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50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
SETTING THE CLOCK
1. Touch CLOCK pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter the
correct time.
3. Touch CLOCK pad again.
NOTE:
gThis is a 12-hour cycle 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 not to have the clock displayed,
touch RESET.
SETTING THE OVEN TIMER
1. Touch TIMER.
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3
2
1
0
B. Two-stage Cooking
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.
2. SET STAGE 2:
Touch COOK then enter proper cooking
time and (lower) power level. (Most
2-stage recipes use lower power for
second stage.)
2. Enter the amount of time by touching
the number pads.
3. Touch START/STOP.
NOTE:
gThe maximum time you can enter is 99
minutes and 99 seconds.
3. Touch START/STOP.
NOTE:
g After total time has elapsed, signals
sound and END appears in display. Touch
any button or open oven door to clear
END before starting another cooking
function.
gTime countdown can be seen in display
before clock or cooking time returns to
display.
gTouch TIMER and then touch RESET to
cancel TIMER during timing process.
SPEED DEFROST
ETTING A COOKING PROGRAM
A. One-stage Cooking
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1. Touch SPEED DEFROST.
2. Enter desired defrosting time by
touching correct number pads.
3. Touch START/STOP.
1. Use the number pads to set a
cooking time. 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 100% power, touch POWER
LEVEL, and then use the number
pads to enter the power level.
NOTE:
gThe longest defrosting time is 99 minutes
and 99 seconds.
gDuring defrosting program, the system
will pause automatically and sound to
remind users to turn meat over, after that
touch START/STOP to resume the
defrosting.
3. Touch START/STOP to start cooking.
Use the digits to set a cooking power
level:
gAfter time has elapsed signals sound and
END appears in display. Touch any button
or open oven door to clear END before
starting another cooking function.
gAfter setting SPEED DEFROST, oven
can be programmed to automatically
switch to one or two-stage cooking.
Number pad Cooking power
1ǃ0
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
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8
7
6
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gFor speed defrost and one stage cooking,
follow steps above. Before touching
START/STOP, touch COOK; enter time
and power level and then touch
START/STOP.
gFor speed defrost and two stage cooking,
follow steps above. Before touching
START/STOP, touch COOK; enter
two-stage cooking programs and then
touch START/STOP.
.72 to .78
.79 to .84
.85 to .90
.91 to .97
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14
15
go to next
above .97
even
gDuring cooking, the system will pause
automatically and sound to remind users
to turn meat over, after that touch
START/STOP to resume cooking.
g After total cooking time, signals sound
and END appears in display. Touch any
button or open oven door to clear END
before starting another cooking function.
DEFROST BY WEIGHT
COOK BY WEIGHT
1. Touch COOK BY WEIGHT.
2. Enter the one digit code by touching
the correct number pad.
3. Use the number pads to enter weight.
4. Touch START/STOP.
Cook By Weight Code Description
1. Touch DEFROST BY WEIGHT pad.
2. Use the number pads to enter weight.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
CODE TYPE
MAX WEIGHT
5 lb. 16 oz.
5 lb. 16 oz.
5 lb. 4 oz.
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2
3
Beef
NOTE:
gWeight 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 given
above.
gThe maximum weight you can enter is 5
lb. 16 oz.
gDuring defrosting program, the system
will pause automatically and sound to
remind users to turn meat over, after that
touch START/STOP to resume the
defrosting.
Mutton
Pork
Note:
gWeight must be in pounds and ounces.
gOunce 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.
Converting Fractions of a Pound to
Ounces
Fractions
of
a
Ounces
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
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
gAfter total defrosting time, signals sound
and END appears in display. Touch any
button or open oven door to clear END
before starting another cooking function.
SETTING CHILD LOCK
The child lock prevents unsupervised
operation by children.
To set: In standby mode, press and hold
RESET for 3 seconds. Lock indication
appears on the display.
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To cancel: Press and hold RESET for 3
seconds. Lock indication disappears.
.60 to .65
.66 to .71
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QUICK COOK SETTINGS
The QUICK COOK settings allow you to
1. Touch PIZZA once.
2. Touch START/STOP.
Heating a whole pizza:
1. Touch PIZZA twice.
2. Touch START/STOP.
BEVERAGE
For cups (5 to 7 oz. per share):
1. Touch BEVERAGE once.
2. Enter number of cups by touching
number pads from 1 to 4.
cook or reheat food automatically without
entering power level or time.
For smaller portions, simply touch the
applicable pad and START/STOP. For
larger portions, press the pad twice.
FROZEN DINNER, BAKED POTATO and
BEVERAGE allow you to cook multiple
amounts of the same food. Simply touch
pad once, and ENTER AMT appears in
the display. Enter the amount of servings
and start.
3. Touch START/STOP.
BAKED POTATO
For larger coffee mugs (9 to 11 oz. per
share):
1. Touch BEVERAGE twice.
2. Enter number of mugs by touching
number pads from 1 to 4.
3. Touch START/STOP.
For potatoes (4 to 6 oz. per entries):
1. Touch BAKED POTATO once.
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching
number pads from 1 to 4.
3. Touch START/STOP.
For larger potatoes (8 to 10 oz. per
entries):
FROZEN DINNER
For one or two small (7-9 oz. per share)
1. Touch BAKED POTATO twice.
2. Enter number of potatoes by touching
number pads from 1 to 4.
frozen dinners:
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER once.
2. For 1 entree, touch the number pad
“1”. For 2 entrees, touch the number
pad “2”.
3. Touch START/STOP pad.
Microwaving one or two larger (10-12 oz.
per share) frozen dinners:
3. Touch START/STOP.
POPCORN
1. Touch POPCORN.
POPCORN automatically sets the cooking
time for a 3.5 oz. bag of microwave
popcorn.
2. Touch START/STOP.
NOTE:
1. Touch FROZEN DINNER twice.
2. For 1 entree, touch the number pad
“1”. For 2 entrees, touch the number
pad “2”.
To change the preset POPCORN time:
Touch POPCORN twice. ENTER TIME is
displayed. Touch number pads to enter
3. Touch START/STOP.
REHEAT
minutes
and
seconds.
Touch
START/STOP. This new cooking time will
remain whenever you use the POPCORN
setting until you reset it.
PIZZA
1. Touch REHEAT pad.
2. Touch START/STOP.
NOTE:
This setting lets you reheat a dinner plate
of chilled leftovers with good results.
Reheating a slice of pizza:
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CLEANING AND CARE
1. When cleaning surfaces of door and
outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft
cloth. This may occur when the
microwave oven is operated under high
humidity conditions, this is normal.
oven that comes together on closing
the door, use only mild, nonabrasive
soups, or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
8. It is occasionally necessary to remove the
glass tray for cleaning. Wash the tray in
warm sudsy water or in a dishwasher.
2. Turn off the oven and remove the power
plug from the wall socket before cleaning.
3. 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.
4. 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. 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.
10. Remove odors from your oven by
combining a cup of water with the juice
and skin of one lemon in a deep bowl,
microwave for
5
minutes. Wipe
5. Wipe the window on both sides with a
damp cloth to remove any spills or
spatters.
6. 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.
thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
11. When it becomes necessary to replace
the oven light, please consult a dealer to
have it replaced.
12. Please do not dispose this appliance into
the domestic rubbish bin; it should be
disposed to the particular disposal center
provided by the municipalities.
7. If steam accumulates inside or around the
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