Cecotec Proclean 5110 Retro Digital Microwave with Grill
Digital microwave with grill
1. PARTS AND COMPONENTS
FIG. 1
1. | Door Lock |
2. | Display window |
3. | Turntable ring |
4. | Rotating shaft |
5. | Turntable |
6. | Control panel |
7. | Grill |
8. | Waveguide cover |
The microwave door must be properly closed in order to operate.
Window that allows the user to see the cooking status.
The glass turntable settles on its wheels. The ring supports the turntable and helps to balance it when turning.
The glass turntable settles on the shaft; the motor underneath drives the turntable to rotate.
The food settles on the turntable, its rotation during operation helps to cook food evenly. Place the rotating ring first. Fit the turntable onto the rotating shaft and make sure that it is properly engaged.
See details below (control panel is subject to change without notice).
It is used to place the food to be grilled.
It is inside the microwave, next to the control panel wall. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
FIG. 2
1. | Display |
2. | Power button |
3. | Defrost |
4. | Pause/Cancel button |
5. | Grill/Combi |
6. | Presetting/clock |
7. | Beginning |
8. | Self-cooking |
9. | Time/weight |
10. | Self-cooking/Time-Weight Selector |
The graphics in this manual are schematic representations and may not exactly match the device.
2. BEFORE USE
This device is packaged to protect it during transport. Remove the device from its box and all packaging materials. Keep the original box and packaging elements in a safe place for future transport protection. If the original packaging is disposed of, ensure all materials are recycled.
Verify that all parts and components are included and in good condition. If any piece is missing or damaged, contact the official Cecotec Technical Support Service immediately.
3. OPERATION
Before cooking
The LED flashes 3 times when plugged into the mains. The ":" symbol flashes on the display, prompting you to enter the cooking menu and time.
Self-cooking / Time-Weight Selector
Increase or decrease the cooking time, weight, or select the automatic cooking menu during operation by turning the selector.
Pause/Cancel
In the initial or entry stage: press once to cancel entry programmes and resume the initial stage.
During cooking: press once to stop microwave operation, press twice to cancel cooking programmes.
Auto reminder
When a preset cooking procedure is completed, the display shows "END" and three beeps sound. If the Pause/Cancel button is not pressed or the door is not opened, a beep will sound every 3 minutes.
Instant cooking
In standby state, press the Start button to begin cooking at high power. The default cooking time is 1 minute. Adjust cooking time by turning the knob.
The instant cooking function applies when:
- The microwave door is closed (activated within 2 minutes).
- The Pause/Cancel button is pressed (activated within 2 minutes).
- The pre-set cooking programme has just ended (activated within 2 minutes).
Clock settings
Use the Clock button to enter the current time. The ":" symbol flashes on the display after plugging in.
Example: Set at 12:30
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
2. Press the Pre-setting/Clock button once. | 00:00 |
3. Turn the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the exact hours. | 12:00 |
4. Press the Pre-setting/Clock button again. | 12:00 |
5. Turn the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the exact minutes. | 12:30 |
6. Press the Presetting/Clock button again or wait 5 seconds for numbers to fix. | 12:30 |
Microwave cooking
Use this function to cook or heat food. Press the power button; the display shows power levels: 100P, 80P, 60P, 40P, 20P.
Power Level | Description |
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High power | 100% microwave power. Applicable for fast and thorough cooking. |
Medium-high power | 80% microwave power. Applicable for medium express cooking. |
Medium power | 60% microwave power. For steam cooking. |
Medium-low power | 40% microwave power. Applicable for defrosting food. |
Low power | 20% microwave power. Applicable for heat preservation. |
Notes:
- The maximum programmable time is 60 minutes.
- Never run the microwave at idle.
- When operating at full power, power automatically decreases after a while to extend lifespan.
- If you turn the food during operation, press the Start button once; the preset cooking procedure will continue.
- To remove food before the preset time, press Pause/Cancel once to clear the preset procedure and prevent unintended operation.
Example: Cook at P80 for 10 minutes
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
2. Select desired microwave power by pressing the power button consecutively. | P80 |
3. Turn the Self-Cooking/Time/Weight selector to set the cooking time. | 10:00 |
4. Press the Start button to start; the display shows the running time. |
Grill or Grill/Microwave combination
Use this function for grilling food. Press the button; the display shows G, C1, or C2.
Mode | Description |
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G | Grill: Heating element is hot during operation. Used for thin meat, pork, sausage, or chicken wings. |
C.1 | Combination of grill and microwave (30% microwave time, 70% grill time). |
C.2 | Combination of grill and microwave (55% microwave time, 45% grill time). |
Note: In grill mode, parts of the microwave, including the rack and containers, can become very hot. Use thick cloths or oven mitts to avoid burns. Introduction of non-heat resistant containers may damage them.
Example: Grilling food with cooking menu C.2 for 10 minutes
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
2. Press the Combi/Grill button to select the grill mode. | C.2 |
3. Turn the Self-Cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the cooking time. | 10:00 |
4. Press the Start button to start cooking. |
Defrost
Use this function for defrosting food. Press the Defrost button; the display cycles through d.1, d.2, d.3.
Mode | Weight Range |
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d.1 | Meat: 0.1 to 2.0 kg |
d.2 | Poultry meat: 0.2 to 3.0 kg |
d.3 | Fish: 0.1 to 0.9 kg |
Notes:
- Turn the food over during operation for uniform effect.
- Defrosting normally takes longer than cooking.
- Defrosting is complete if the food can be cut by knife.
- Microwaves penetrate about 4 cm into most foods.
- Defrosted food should be consumed as soon as possible; do not refrigerate or refreeze it.
Example: Defrosting 0.4 kg of poultry meat
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
2. Press the Defrost button to select the type of food. | d.2 |
3. Adjust the amount of food by turning the Self-Cooking/Time-Weight selector. | 0.4 |
4. Press the Start button to start defrosting. | |
5. During defrosting, two beeps sound to turn the food over. Open the door, turn the food, close the door. Press Start/Pause to continue. |
Auto-cooking
The microwave has pre-set cooking menus for easy operation. When the display flashes ":", turn the selector to self-cooking; the display changes to show A.1, A.2, A.8. Choose the appropriate menu according to food type and weight, and follow instructions strictly for best results.
Symbol | Type | Method |
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A.1 | Popcorn | Suitable for making a bag of corn (85g). If popcorn opening speed reduces to 1x for 1-2 seconds, press Pause/Cancel to stop the opening process. |
A.2 | Popcorn | Same as A.1 but for 100g. |
A.3 | Pizza | Heat a refrigerated pizza slice (0.15 kg). |
A.4 | Drinks | Heat 250 ml liquid (5-10°C). Use a glass and do not cover. |
A.5 | Drinks | Heat 500 ml liquid (5-10°C). Use a glass and do not cover. |
A.6 | Potato | Boil potato strips (5mm width/height/length). Total weight approx. 0.45 kg. Place in a large bowl, cover with thin film to prevent water loss. |
A.7 | Potato | Same as A.6, but weight is approx. 0.65 kg. |
A.8 | Fish | Perfect steaming 0.45 kg fish. After washing and scaling, cut a slit in the skin, place in a 22-27 cm diameter shallow dish, cover with thin film to prevent water loss. After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes. |
Notes:
- Food temperature before cooking should be 20-25°C. Higher or lower temperatures may require time adjustments.
- Food temperature, weight, and shape influence microwave effect. Adjust cooking time for best results if deviations occur.
Example: Steaming 0.45 kg of fish
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
2. Turn the Self-Cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the cooking time. | A.8 |
3. Start cooking by pressing the Start button. The LED counts down the operating time. |
Delayed start
Preset the menu and cooking time for automatic start at a set time. Adjustment involves 2 steps:
- Setting the current clock.
- Setting the menu and cooking time.
Example: Current time 12:30. Start microwave at 14:20 with 100P for 9 minutes 30 seconds.
Steps | Symbol |
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1. After switching on, the : flash | : |
1.1 Press the Pre-setting/Clock button. | 00:00 |
1.2 Set the hours by turning the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector. | 12:00 |
1.3 Press the Presetting/Clock button again to confirm the hours. | 12:00 |
1.4 Set the minutes by turning the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector. | 12:30 |
1.5 Press the Presetting/Clock button again or wait 5 seconds for numbers to fix. | 12:30 |
2. Setting the menu and cooking time. | |
2.1 Select desired microwave power by pressing the power button consecutively. | 100 P |
2.2 Turn the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the cooking time. | 9:30 |
2.3 Press and hold the Presetting/Clock button for 3 seconds to return to the current clock. | |
3. Set the expected start time. Repeat steps 1.2, 1.3, 1.4. | 14:20 |
4. Press the Presetting/Clock button to confirm the delayed menu. The programme is activated and will start at 14:20. | |
5. Check preset start time by pressing the Pre-setting/Clock button. |
Multi-sequence cooking
For best results, some recipes require different cooking modes and times. Program your personalized menu as follows:
Example: Microwave food with 100P for 3 minutes, then 20P for 9 minutes (2 sequences).
Steps | Symbol |
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1. 100P microwave for 3min | |
1.1 Select desired microwave power by pressing the power button consecutively. | 100 P |
1.2 Turn the Self-cooking/Time-Weight selector to set the cooking time. | 3:00 |
2. 20P for 9 minutes. | |
2.1 Select desired microwave power by pressing the power button consecutively. | 20P |
2.2 Select desired microwave power by pressing the power button consecutively. | 9:00 |
3. Start cooking by pressing Start. |
Notes:
- When cooking in 100P mode finishes, the microwave starts the next operation automatically.
- A maximum of 4 sequences can be set. Repeat the steps in the example.
Child lock function
Lock the control panel when cleaning or to prevent children from using the microwave unsupervised. All buttons are inoperative in this mode.
- Activating the child lock: Hold down the Start/Pause button for 3 seconds.
- Deactivating the lock: Hold down the Start/Pause button for 3 seconds.
4. UTENSILS GUIDE
It is recommended to use suitable and safe containers for microwave cooking. Heat-resistant ceramic, glass, or plastic containers are generally suitable. Never use metal containers for microwave and combination cooking, as sparks are likely to occur.
Container material | Microwave | Grill | Combi | Notes |
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Heatproof ceramics | Yes | Yes | Yes | Never use ceramics decorated with metallic or glazed edges. |
Heatproof plastic | Yes | No | No | Not suitable for prolonged cooking in microwave. |
Heatproof glass | Yes | Yes | Yes | It should not be used for cooking meat or chops, as excessive heat can damage the film. |
Plastic film | Yes | No | No | |
Grill | No | Yes | Yes | The grill grid can only be used in grill and combination modes. |
Metal container | No | No | No | Not to be used in the microwave. Microwaves cannot penetrate through metal. |
Lacquered | No | No | No | Poor heat-resistance. Not suitable for high temperature cooking. |
Bamboo or paper | No | No | No | Poor heat-resistance. Not suitable for high temperature cooking. |
5. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The microwave should be cleaned regularly, and any food remainder removed.
- Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool down before cleaning. Never immerse the device in water or other liquids.
- Failure to maintain the microwave in a clean condition can lead to surface deterioration, affecting lifespan and potentially causing hazards.
- Never use strong detergent, petrol, abrasive powder, or metal brush to clean any part of the appliance.
- Do not remove the mica plate cover.
- When the product is not in use, store it in dry and ventilated places if possible.
Details on how to clean food contact surfaces:
- After use, wipe the waveguide cover with a damp cloth, followed by a dry cloth to remove food splashes and grease. Accumulated grease can overheat and start to smoke or catch fire.
- Exterior: Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the appliance surface.
- Door: Clean the door and window with a soft damp cloth.
- Clean the door seals and adjacent parts to remove spills or splashes. Clean the control panel with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
- Inner walls: Clean the inner surfaces with a soft, damp cloth.
- Clean the waveguide cover to remove any food splashes.
- Turntable / Turntable ring / Rotating shaft: Wash with mild soapy water. Rinse with clean water and allow to dry thoroughly.
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Product reference: 01711 / 01712 / 01713 / 01714 / 01715
Product: Proclean 5110 Retro Blue/Green/Yellow/Beige/Red
Power inlet: 1150 W
Power output: 700 W
Grill power: 800 W
Voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz
Microwave frequency: 2450 MHz
Technical specifications may change without prior notification to improve product quality. Made in China | Designed in Spain
7. DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES
[WEEE symbol] This symbol indicates that, according to applicable regulations, the product and/or batteries must be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches the end of its shelf life, dispose of the cells/batteries/accumulators at a collection point designated by local authorities.
Consumers should contact their local authorities or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of old appliances and/or their batteries. Compliance with these guidelines helps protect the environment.
8. TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY
Cecotec is liable to the end user or consumer for any lack of conformity existing at the time of delivery, under the terms, conditions, and deadlines established by applicable regulations.
It is recommended that repairs be carried out by qualified personnel.
If you detect any problem with your product or have any doubt, contact the official Cecotec Technical Support Service at +34 963 210 728.
9. COPYRIGHT
The intellectual property rights over the texts in this manual belong to CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, or distributed by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or similar), in whole or in part, without the prior authorization of CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L.