BUFFALO FB861 1000w Commercial Microwave Oven Instruction Manual
Safety Tips
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO MICROWAVE ENERGY
Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open, since this can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to break 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.
Warning: If the door or door seals area damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
- Position on a flat, stable surface.
- A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.
- Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
- Health and Safety at Work Legislation
- BS EN Codes of Practice
- Fire Precautions
- IEE Wiring Regulations
- Building Regulations
- Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
- Warning: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
- Only use utensils suitable for use in microwave ovens.
- The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.
- When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
- If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
- Do not overcook food.
- Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store items, such as bread, cookies, etc. inside the oven.
- Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles from paper orplastic containers/bags before placing them in the oven.
- Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the installation instructions provided.
- Eggs in the shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
- Use this appliance only for its intended uses as described i manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapours in this appliance. This oven is especially designed to heat. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.
- Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
- Do not use this oven near water, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
- The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. The surfaces are liable to get hot during use. Keep cord away from heated surface, and do not cover any vents on the oven.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
- Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
- Warning: The contents of feeding bottles baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
- Warning: Microwave heating of beverages result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
- Liquids such as water, coffee and tea can overheat beyond boiling point without appearing to be boiling.
- Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the unit before cleaning or carrying out maintenance.
- Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a BUFFALO agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not operate the oven when empty.
- The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet unless it has been tested in a cabinet.
- The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
- Do not use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
- Buffalo recommends that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and Functional Testing.
- Buffalo recommend that this product is connected to a circuit protected by an appropriate RCD (Residual Current Device).
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your BUFFALO product.
Pack Contents
The following is included:
- Microwave Oven
- Instruction manual
BUFFALO prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage.Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your BUFFALO dealer immediately.
Installation
- Remove all packaging materials. Make sure that all protective plastic film and coatings are thoroughly removed from all surfaces.Warning: Check for any of the following damage that may have occurred:
- Misaligned or bent door, damaged door seals/sealing surface, broken/loosedoor hinges, dents in the oven interior.
- DO NOT operate the oven if any damage is found. Call a BUFFALO agent or qualified Technician.
- Position the oven on a flat, stable and heatresistant surface. For sufficient ventilation, allow a minimum of 30cm of space above the oven, 10cm at the back and sides.Note: Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance, or remove the feet.
- Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as possible as operation of the appliance may cause interference to your radio or TV reception.
Utensils
See the instructions in this chapter for utensils to use/avoid with microwaving. If in doubt, please check the manufacturer’s instructions if your utensil is microwave safe or not.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
| Utensils (Not included) | Remarks |
| Browning dish | Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be placed smoothly on the ceramic board. Incorrect usage may the ceramic board to break. |
| Dinnerware | Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes. |
| Glass jars | Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break. |
| Glassware | Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes. |
| Oven cooking bags | Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape. |
| Paper plates and cups | Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking. |
| Paper towels | Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a short-term cooking only. |
| Parchment paper | Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming. |
| Plastic | Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be labelled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package. |
| Plastic wrap | Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food. |
| Thermometers | Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers) |
| Wax Paper | Use a cover to prevent splattering and to help retain moisture |
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
| Utensils (Not included) | Remarks |
| Aluminium tray | May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish |
| Food carton with metal handle | May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish |
| Metal or metal- trimmed utensils | Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing |
| Metal twist ties | May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven |
| Paper bags | May cause a fire in the oven |
| Plastic foam | Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature |
| Wood | Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack |
Knowing your appliance
- A) Control panel
- B) Observation window
- C) Door assembly
- D) Safety interlock system
- E) Ceramic board
Note:
- DO NOT press the ceramic board forcibly.
- Take and put the utensils gently to avoid damage to the ceramic board.
- After use, DO NOT touch the ceramic board with hand to avoid high temperature scalding.
Control panel
Operation
Note: Before first time use, wipe clean the interior surfaces and let dry well.
Start Cooking
- Connect the appliance to the mains power supply.
- Place food in the oven and close the door.
- Set cooking time using the time knob. The corresponding time indicator(s) will light up and the appliance will start automatically.
- When cooking time elapses, the appliance will beep 5 seconds then enter Standby mode.
- The fan will continue to run for 1 minute to cool the appliance, then switch off automatically.
Note: If the door is opened during cooking, the oven will stop and switch to Standby mode at once. The cooking time needs to be reset when the door is closed.
Power Saving Mode
- When powered up for the first time, the oven will enter power saving mode.
- When cooking finishes, the internal fan and light will last for 1 minute. Afterwards, the oven will enter power saving mode.
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
- Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
- Always keep the oven clean!
- Clean the door frame, seal and neighbouring parts carefully with a damp cloth when dirty
Cleaning the door and oven front face
- For best performance and to maintain the high degree of safety, the inner door panel and oven front face should be free of food or grease build-up.
- Wipe these parts with a mild detergent, rinse and wipe dry. Never use abrasive powders or pads.
Cleaning the control panel and plastic parts
- Do not apply a detergent or an alkaline liquid spray to the control panel and plastic parts, as this may cause damage to these parts.
- Use a dry cloth (not a soaked cloth) to clean these parts.
- Do not allow the control panel to become wet.
Cleaning the oven interior
- After use be sure to remove spilled liquids, spattered oil and food debris as quickly as possible.
- If the oven is used when dirty, efficiency drops and the dirt gets stuck on the oven surface. This may cause bad odours. Clean the interior with a cloth soaked in luke-warm water with a mild detergent dissolved in it, then rinse the soap off with a damp cloth.
Remove any odours in the oven interior by microwaving a cup of water with the juice of 1 lemon for 5 minutes. Wipe the oven clean with a soft dry cloth.
Troubleshooting
If your BUFFALO appliance develops a fault, please check the following table before making a call to the Helpline or your BUFFALO dealer.
| Fault | Probable Cause | Solution |
| The unit is not working | The unit is not switched on | Check the unit is plugged in correctly and switched on |
| Plug and lead are damaged | Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician | |
| Fuse in the plug has blown | Replace the plug fuse | |
| Power supply | Check power supply | |
| Internal wiring fault | Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician | |
| Door is not closed properly | Close door securely | |
| Arcing/Sparking | Metallic or other inappropriate materials are being used in food preparation | Remove metal objects. Use microwave-safe utensils only |
| Spilled food remains inside the oven | Clean the interior of the oven | |
| The oven is operated when empty | Do not operate the oven when empty. It is very dangerous | |
| Microwave oven interfering with TV reception | Radio and TV reception is interfered when then appliance is operating | It is normal |
| Steam accumulating on door and hot air out of vents | In cooking, steam may come out of food. Most will get out of vents but some may accumulate on cool places like the oven door | It is normal |
| Dim oven light | In low power microwave cooking, oven light may become dim | It is normal |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Voltage | Power | Microwave Output | Oven Capacity | Operation Frequency | Dimensions h x w x d (mm) | Weight (kg) |
| FB861 | 230-240V~ 50Hz | 1550W | 1000W | 25L | 2450MHz | 311 x 511 x 432 | 14.7 |
| FB861-E | 230~ 50Hz |
Electrical Wiring
This appliance is supplied with a 3 pin BS1363 plug and lead.
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.
This appliance is wired as follows:
- Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
- Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
- Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E
This appliance must be earthed.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.
Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.
Compliance
The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that the product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.
BUFFALO parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply withregulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, andfederal authorities.
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