Hamilton Beach Microwave Oven Owner's Manual

Important Safety Precautions

READ BEFORE USE.

Save your receipt by stapling it to this manual for convenient access. Record the model, series code, and serial number found on the label on the back of the unit.

General Safety Rules:

• Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open, as open-door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy.
• It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
• Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
• Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. Ensure the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the door (bent), hinges and latches (broken or loosened), or door seals and sealing surfaces.
• The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Specifications

Model Numbers: P100N30AP-S3B / P100N30AP-S3W

Power Output: 1500W, 1000W (Note: These values may refer to input power or cooking power ranges and are presented as found in the source.)

Capacity: 1.1 cu. ft.

Turntable Diameter: 12.4 inches

External Dimensions: 21.2 x 15.7 x 11.9 inches

Weight: 34 lbs

Parts and Accessories

Your oven comes with the following accessories:

• Glass Turntable (1)
• Turntable Ring Assembly (1)
• Instruction Manual (1)

Oven Components:

• Observation Window
• Turntable Ring Assembly
• Control Panel
• Waveguide Cover (do not remove)
• Door
• Glass Turntable

Diagram Description: A visual representation of the microwave oven's main parts, including the control panel, door, window, and internal turntable mechanism.

Installation

1. Remove all packaging materials and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage, such as dents or a broken door. Do not install the oven if it is damaged.
2. Select a level surface that provides sufficient open space for ventilation. Allow 3 inches (7.6 cm) of space on the sides and back, and 12 inches (30.4 cm) of space above the oven. Do not place any items on top of the microwave oven and do not remove the feet from the bottom.
3. Place the microwave oven as far as possible from radios and televisions, as microwave operation can cause interference.
4. Plug the microwave oven into a standard residential outlet. Check the rating label to ensure voltage and frequency compatibility.
5. Do not install the microwave oven over stove burners or other heat-producing appliances, as heat can damage the unit and void the warranty.

Turntable Installation:

• Ensure the glass tray is placed correctly, never upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
• Always use both the glass turntable and the turntable ring assembly during cooking.
• All food and food containers must be placed on the glass turntable during cooking.
• The glass turntable may rotate clockwise or counter-clockwise, which is normal.
• If the glass turntable or turntable ring assembly cracks or breaks, contact customer support at 1-855-313-1612.

Warning: FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD. Do not remove the mica located on the right side inside the cooking compartment. If the mica is damaged or lost, unplug the microwave oven immediately and contact technical support at 1-855-313-1612.

Operating Instructions

Consumer Support: 1-855-313-1612

Control Panel Overview:

• 1. Menu Action Screen: Displays cooking time, power, indicators, and present time.
• 2. Quick Cook Buttons: Instant settings for popular foods.
• 3. EXPRESS COOK Number Pads (1-6): Used for quick cooking times.
• 4. Number Pads (0-9): Touch to set time, weight, or amount.
• 5. CLOCK: Touch to set the clock.
• 6. POWER LEVEL: Use to set microwave power levels.
• 7. TIME COOK: Use for multi-stage cooking, enabling automatic adjustments to power and time settings.
• 8. KITCHEN TIMER: Can be used independently, even during cooking, for countdown timing up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
• 9. TIME DEFROST: Touch to set defrosting time.
• 10. WEIGHT DEFROST: Touch to set the weight of food to be defrosted.
• 11. STOP/CLEAR: Clears all previous settings before cooking or stops the current operation.
• 12. START/+30 SEC: Press to start a cooking program. It also allows for quick start and increasing cooking time by 30-second increments during operation.

Setting the Clock:

This is a 24 or 12-hour clock. Select the mode by pressing the CLOCK pad. During cooking, the current time can be viewed by touching the CLOCK pad.

Example: To set the oven clock to 8:30:

1. In standby mode, touch CLOCK once for 12-hour clock, or twice for 24-hour clock.
2. Use the number pads to enter the time (e.g., 8, 3, 0 for 8:30).
3. Press START/+30SEC to complete the clock setting.

Setting the Kitchen Timer:

1. In standby or during cooking, touch KITCHEN TIMER.
2. Enter the desired countdown time using the number pads (maximum 99 min. 99 sec.).
3. Press START/+30SEC to start the timer.

Note: The Kitchen Timer can be used during any cooking process. Pressing STOP/CLEAR will cancel the timer function.

START/+30 SEC Button:

Touch once to start cooking immediately for 30 seconds. Repeated presses add 30 seconds each time. This function can be used during Time Cook and Time Defrost but not for one-touch cooking menus or weight defrost.

Time Cook:

1. Touch TIME COOK.
2. Enter the desired cooking time using the number pads (max 99 min. 99 sec.).
3. Touch POWER LEVEL.
4. Enter the desired power level using the number pads.
5. Touch START/+30SEC.

Time Defrost:

1. Touch TIME DEFROST.
2. Enter the desired defrosting time using the number pads (longest time is 99 min. 99 sec.).
3. Touch START/+30SEC.

Note: The system defaults to 30% microwave power. It will remind the user to turn the food over halfway through the defrosting time. The power level can be adjusted during operation by pressing POWER LEVEL and then entering a new level.

Weight Defrost:

1. Touch WEIGHT DEFROST.
2. Use the number pads to enter the food weight in "OZ". If an incorrect weight is entered, touch WEIGHT DEFROST again to start over.
3. Touch START/+30SEC.

Note: The maximum weight is 96 OZ. During defrosting, the system will pause and beep to remind the user to turn the food over, then press START/+30SEC to resume.

Auto Cook / One-Touch Cooking:

For these menus, you do not need to input cooking power and time. Follow these steps:

1. Place food into the oven and close the door.
2. Touch the correct auto menu pad and select the weight or quantity. The automatic menu system starts the program automatically.

Auto Cook Menu Options:

• 1. Baked Potato: For potatoes (7-11 oz/each). Touch BAKED POTATO pad once for one potato, twice for two, etc. (up to four). The oven starts immediately.
• 2. Popcorn: For a 3.5 oz bag of microwave popcorn. Touch POPCORN once. The oven starts immediately.Popcorn Instructions: To pop popcorn evenly and avoid burning, the bag must turn freely. Listen for popping sounds and watch the bag until popping is completed. Ensure the bag matches the correct weight. Caution: Use an oven mitt or pot holder when removing the bag, as contents can be very hot.
• 3. Pizza: For reheating pizza (4-5 oz/each). Touch PIZZA pad once for one slice, twice for two slices. The oven starts immediately.
• 4. Beverage: For cups (4 oz /cup). Touch BEVERAGE pad once for 4 oz, twice for 8 oz, three times for 12 oz, and four times for 16 oz. The oven starts immediately.
• 5. Frozen Dinner: For frozen dinners (7-9 oz/each). Touch FROZEN DINNER pad once for 7-9 oz, twice for 14-18 oz. The oven starts immediately.
• 6. Reheat: For a plate of cool food (10-14 oz). Touch REHEAT pad once. The oven starts immediately.

Note on Auto Cook: The results of auto cook depend on factors like food shape and size, personal preference, and placement in the oven. Adjust cooking time slightly if needed. For Baked Potato, Pizza, Frozen Dinner, and Reheat, the display parameters may show the number of servings rather than weight.

Express Cook:

The program starts immediately after touching a number pad (1-6). For example, to set 6 minutes of quick cooking:

1. Touch number pad 6.
2. "6:00" will appear on the display.
3. The program starts automatically at high power (100%).

Multi-Stage Cooking:

Some recipes require different stages of cooking at different temperatures.

Setting Stage 1:

1. Place food into the oven and close it. Touch TIME COOK pad.
2. Use the number pads to set a cooking time.
3. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.
4. Use the number pads to enter the power level.

Setting Stage 2:

1. Touch TIME COOK pad again.
2. Use the number pads to set a cooking time for the second stage.
3. Touch POWER LEVEL pad.
4. Use the number pads to enter the power level for the second stage.
5. Touch START/+30SEC to begin the multi-stage cooking process.

Child Lock:

The child lock prevents unsupervised operation by children. To set, in standby mode, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds. "LOCK" will be indicated on the display. To cancel, press and hold STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds, and the "LOCK" indication will disappear.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Always unplug the microwave oven and disconnect the power plug before cleaning.

• Interior: Keep the interior clean. When food splatters or liquids spill, wipe them with a damp cloth. For heavy soiling, mild detergents can be used. Avoid spray cleaners and abrasives, as they can stain, scratch, or dull the surface. Prevent water from entering the vents.
• Door Window: Clean the window on both sides with a damp cloth.
• Control Panel: Clean with a soft damp cloth. Leave the door open to prevent accidental activation.
• Exterior: Clean the exterior with a damp cloth.
• Turntable and Oven Floor: The glass turntable, turntable ring, and oven floor should be cleaned regularly to prevent excessive noise. Clean the floor surface with a mild detergent. The turntable ring can be washed with warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Ensure it is placed correctly when removed from the oven.
• Deodorizing: To remove odors, heat a cup of water with lemon juice and the lemon peel in the microwave for 5 minutes. Then, wipe and dry the oven with a dry cloth.
• Light Bulb: If the light bulb burns out, please contact a certified electrician to have it replaced.

Regular cleaning is essential. If food deposits or spills are left to accumulate, oven surfaces may deteriorate, reducing the unit's lifespan and potentially creating a hazardous situation.

Please do not dispose of this unit in regular household waste. Check for local collection centers for this type of appliance.

Troubleshooting

Refer to the table below for common issues and solutions:

Warranty Information

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty. This product carries a warranty that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser or gift recipient from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep your original sales receipt as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim.

IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damages resulting from use not in conformity with the printed directions, accident, misuse or abuse, alteration, the affixing of any attachments not provided with the product, loss of parts, or subjecting the appliance to any but the specified voltage. (Read directions carefully.)

Service:

• Within 90 days from the point of purchase, return the product to your nearest Walmart store with the sales receipt. A replacement or refund may be offered at the discretion of Walmart.
• For service after 90 days, up to 1 year from the point of purchase, contact customer assistance at: 1-855-313-1612. For faster service, locate the model number and product name on your appliance.

Walmart expressly disclaims all responsibility for consequential damages or incidental losses caused by use of the appliance. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty is limited to the duration of this written warranty. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

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