MICROWAVE OVEN

Model No. EM031M2ZC-X1

EM031M2ZC-X2
EM031M2ZC-X3
EM031M2ZC-X4
Hamilton Beach is a registered trademark of Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.
used under license by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open as this can result in
harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper
with the safety interlocks.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that

the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the:

(1) DOOR (bent)

(2) HINGES AND LATCHES (broken or loosened)
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACE

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.

Specifications
EM031M2ZC-X1 / EM031M2ZC-X2
Model:
EM031M2ZC-X3 / EM031M2ZC-X4
Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz
Rated Input Power(Microwave): 1500W
Rated Output Power(Microwave): 1000W
Oven Capacity: 1.1 Cu.ft.
Turntable Diameter: 12.4 inch
External Dimensions: 20.2X17.1 X12.1 inch (513X434X306mm)
Net Weight: Ap prox.32.4 Lbs (14.7 kg)

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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire and/or injury to persons, or
exposure to excessive microwave energy:

• Read all instructions before using the should not be heated in the oven.
appliance. • Use this appliance only for its intended
• Read and follow the specific: "PRECAU- uses as described in this manual. Do
TIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY" in this appliance. This oven is
found on page 2. specifically designed to heat, cook
• As with most cooking appliances, close or dry food. It is not designed for
supervision is necessary to reduce the risk industrial or laboratory use.
of a fire in the oven cavity. • As with any appliance, close
supervision is necessary when used
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity: by children.
i). Do not overcook food. Carefully attend • Do not operate this oven if it has a
the appliance when paper, plastic, or damaged cord or plug, if it is not
other combustible materials are placed working properly or if it has been
inside the oven to facilitate cooking. damaged or dropped.
ii).Remove wire twist-ties and metal • This appliance should be serviced only
handles from paper or plastic by qualified service technicians.
containers/bags before placing them in • Contact the nearest authorized service
the oven. facility for examination, repair or
iii). If materials inside the oven ignite, adjustment.
keep the oven door closed. Turn the • Do not cover or block any openings on
oven off, and disconnect the power cord the oven.
or shut off power at the fuse or circuit • Do not store or use this appliance
breaker panel. outdoors.
iv). Do not use the oven cavity for storage • Do not use this oven near water, for
purposes. Do not leave paper products, example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
cooking utensils, or food in the cavity basement, near a swimming pool, or
when not in use. similar locations.
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
• This oven must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See • Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
"GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found • Do not let cord hang over edge of
on page 4. table or counter.
Install or locate this oven only in • When cleaning interior or exterior
•
accordance with the installation surfaces, used only mild, nonabrasive,
instructions provided. soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
• Some products such as whole eggs or
sealed containers may explode and

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 • Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea may overheat beyond the boiling point
without appearing to be boiling. 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
DISTURBED, OR A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.
i) Do not overheat the liquid.
ii) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating it.
iii) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
iv) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short time
before removing the container.
v) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING-Electrical Shock Hazard
Touching some of the internal components can
cause serious personal injury or death. Do not
disassemble this appliance.

Improper grounding can result in electric

shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is
properly installed and grounded.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of

an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This 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.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the

grounding instructions are not completely understood
or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an
extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that
has a 3-pronged grounding plug, and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the
appliance.

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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.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
3. If a long cord set or extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance.
2) The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
3) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Radio Interference
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV,
or similar equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the
following measures:
1) Clean door and sealing surface of the oven
2) Reorient the receiving antenna of radio or television.
3) Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.
4) Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.
5) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet so that microwave oven
and receiver are on different branch circuits.

CONTAINERS
See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided
in microwave oven."
There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe ro use for microwaving.
If in doubt, you can test the container in question following the procedure below.
Container Test:
1. Place a microwave-safe container filled with 1 cup (250mL) of cold water in the microwave
along with the container in question (empty).
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the container. If the empty container is warm, do not use it for microwave
cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
CAUTION
Personal Injury Hazard
Tightly-closed containers could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic
pouches should be pierced before cooking.
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 Materials you can use in microwave oven
Materials Comments
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of
meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from
oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be
at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable 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 Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
bags slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates Use for short time cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended
and cups while cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
for a short-time cooking only.
Parchment Use as a cover to prevent splattering or as a wrap for steaming.
paper
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Should be
labeled "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 as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Materials Comments
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
metal handle
Metal or metal- Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may
trimmed utensils 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.

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 SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

Names of Oven Parts and Accessories

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton and oven cavity.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1 A
Turntable ring assembly 1
Instruction manual 1

D C B

A) Control panel
B) Turntable shaft
C) Turntable ring assembly
D) Glass tray

Turntable Installation

Hub (underside) a. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass
tray should never be restricted.
b. Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must
Glass tray always be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food are always placed
on the glass tray for cooking.

Turntable shaft

Turntable ring assembly

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 Before Installation
Remove all packing material and accessories. Examine the oven for any damage such as dents or
broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.
Cabinet: Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet surface. Do not
remove the light brown Mica cover that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.

Installation
1. Select a level surface that provides enough open space for the intake and/or outlet vents.
(7.5cm) is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open.

12 inch(30cm)
3.0 inch(7.5cm)
OPEN
3.0 inch(7.5cm)

a. Leave a minimum clearance of 12inches (30cm) above the oven.

b. Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.
c. Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.
d. Place the oven as far away from radios and TV as possible.
Operation of microwave oven may cause interferenceto your radio or TV reception.
2. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is
the same as the voltage andthe frequency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance.
If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty
would be void.

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 OPERATION
Control Panel and Features

(1) (7)
(2)
(3) (8)
(4)

(5)

(6)

(11)
(9)

(1) Time Cook

(2) Time Defrost
(3) Power
(10)
(4) Clock
(5) Auto menu: Popcorn, Potato, Pizza, Frozen Vegetable, Beverage, Dinner Plate
(6) Number Buttons: 0-9
(7) Weight Defrost
(8) Kitchen Timer function
(9) Stop/Clear: clears all previous settings pressed before cooking starts. During
cooking: press once to stop oven; twice to stop and clear all entries.
(10) 0/Memory function
(11) Start/+30Sec.

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 Operation
1. Power Level
The following power levels are available.
Level 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Power 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10%
Display PL10 PL9 PL8 PL7 PL6 PL5 PL4 PL3 PL2 PL1

2. Clock Setting
(1) Press " CLOCK ," "00:00" will display.
(2) Press the number keys and enter the current time. For example,
to set the clock to 10:12, press "1,0,1,2".
(3) Press " CLOCK " to finish clock setting. ":" will flash and the clock will be lit.
(4) If the numbers are not within the range of 1:00-12:59, the setting will be invalid
until valid numbers are input.
Note:
1. In the process of clock setting, if the " STOP/CLEAR" button is pressed or if
there is no operation selected within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the previous
setting automatically.
2. If the clock needs to be reset, repeat steps 1- 3.

3. Kitchen Timer
(1) Press "KITCHEN TIMER ," display will show " 00:00 ", the first hour figure flashes.
(2) Press the number keys and enter the timer time. (The maximum cooking time is
. )
99 minutes and 99 seconds
(3) Press " START/+30SEC. " to confirm setting.
(4) When the timer time arrives, the buzzer will beep 5 times.
If the clock is set , the LED will display the current time.
Note: 1. The kitchen timer is a timer and will not display the "Clock."
2. When using the kitchen timer, no other program can be set.

4. Microwave Cook
(1) Press "TIME COOK" once, the display will show "00:00".
(2) Press number keys to input the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99
minutes and 99 seconds.
(3) Press " POWER " once, the display will show "PL10". The default power is 100%
power. Now you can press number keys to adjust the power level.
(4) Press " START/+30SEC." to start cooking.

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 Example: to cook the food with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes.
a. Press "TIME COOK" once. "00:00" displays.
b. Press "1","5","0","0" in order.
c. Press "POWER" once, then press "5" to select 50% microwave power.
d. Press "START/+30SEC." to start cooking.
Note:
1. In the process of setting, if the " STOP/CLEAR" button is pressed or no operation
within 1 minute, the oven will go back to the previous setting automatically.
2. If "PL0" is selected, the oven will work with fan only and no power.
3. During microwave cooking, "POWER" can be pressed to change the power you need.
After pressing "POWER", the current power will light for 3 seconds, now you can press
number button to change the power. The oven will work with the selected power for the
rest of the cooking time.

5. Express Cook
(1) If not already cooking, press number pads 1-6 to quickly cook from 1-6 minutes at
100% power. Press " START/+30SEC." to increase the cooking time; the maximum
cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
(2) To cook for 30 seconds at 100% power, press "START/+30SEC". Each press on the
the same button will increase cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cooking
cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Note: During microwave cooking and time defrost, time can be added by pressing
"START/+30SEC." button.

6. Weight Defrost Function

(1) Press " WEIGHT DEFROST ," LED will display "dEF1".
(2) Press number buttons to input weight to be defrosted.
The weight must be between 4 oz and 100 oz.
(3) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting and the cooking time remaining will be
displayed.

7. Time Defrost Function

(1) Press " TIME DEFROST, " the display will show "dEF2".
(2) Press number pads to input defrosting time. The effective time range is 0:01~99:99.
(3) The default microwave power is power level 3. If you want to change the power level,
press " POWER " once, and the display will show"PL 3", then press the number pad
of the power level you wanted.
(4) Press " START/+30SEC. " to start defrosting. The remaining cooking time will be
displayed.

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 8. POPCORN
(1) Press " POPCORN " repeatedly until the package size of your popcorn appears in
the display, "1.75", "3.0", "3.5" will display in order.
For example, press "POPCORN" once, "1.75" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking finished,
. times
buzzer will sound five

9. POTATO
(1) Press " POTATO " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display,
"1","2","3" will display in order.
"1": 1 potato (approximate 8 oz)
"2": 2 potatoes (approximate 16 oz)
"3": 3 potatoes (approximate 24 oz)
For example, press "POTATO" once, "1" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking is finished, a
buzzer sounds five times.

10. FROZEN VEGETABLE

(1) Press " FROZEN VEGETABLE " repeatedly until the package size of your vegetables h
appears in the display, "4.0", "8.0", "16.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "FROZEN VEGETABLE" once, "4.0" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking is finished, a
buzzer sounds five times.

11. BEVERAGE
(1) Press " BEVERAGE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "1", "2", "3" cup will display in order.
For example, press "BEVERAGE" once, "1" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking is finished, a
buzzer sounds five times.

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12. DINNER PLATE
(1) Press " DINNER PLATE " repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the
display, "9.0","12.0","18.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "DINNER PLATE" once, "9.0" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking is finished,
a buzzer sounds five times.

13. PIZZA (Reheat)

(1) Press " PIZZA " repeatedly until the weight of your pizza appears in the
display, "4.0", "8.0", "14.0" oz will display in order.
For example, press "PIZZA" once, "4.0" appears.
(2) Press "START/+30 SEC." to cook, buzzer sounds once. When cooking is finished,
a buzzer sounds five times.

14. MEMORY FUNCTION

(1) Press "0" to choose memory setting 1-3. The display will show 1,2,3.
(2) If the setting has been programmed, press " START/ +30 SEC." to use it. If not,
continue to choose the setting. Only one or two stages can be set.
(3) After finishing the setting, press "START/ +30 SEC." once to save the setting.
Press " START/ +30 SEC." again, it will start cooking.

Example: to program the following setting as the second memory

to cook food with 80% microwave power for 3 minutes and 20 seconds.
The steps are as follows:
a. In waiting state, press "0" twice, the screen displays "2".
b. Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "3", "2", "0" in order.
c. Press "POWER" once, "PL10" displays, then press "8" and "PL8" displays.
d. Press "START/ +30 SEC." to save the setting. Buzzer sounds once and the LED will
display "2". If you press "START/+30SEC." again, the setting will be saved as
memory 2 and it will start cooking.
e. If power is lost, the "0" setting will need to be reprogrammed .
f. If you want to run the saved setting, in waiting state, press "0" twice,
screen displays "2", then press "START/+30SEC." to run.

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15. Multi-stage Cooking
At most, 2 stages can be set for cooking. In multi-stage cooking, if one stage is
defrosting, then defrosting shall be placed at the first stage automatically.
Note: Auto cooking cannot work in the multi-stage cooking.

Example: if you want to cook with 80% microwave power for 5 minutes + 60% microwave
power for 10 minutes. The cooking steps are as following:
(1) Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "5","0","0" to set the cooking time;
(2) Press "POWER" once, then press "8" to select 80% microwave power.
(3) Press "TIME COOK" once, then press "1","0","0","0" to set the cooking time;
(4) Press "POWER" once, then press "6" to select 60% microwave power.
(5) Press "START/ +30 SEC." to start cooking.

16. INQUIRING FUNCTION

(1) In microwave or multi-stage cooking state, press " CLOCK ", the display will show
the clock for three seconds.
(2) In the microwave or multi-stage cooking, press " POWER " to inquire microwave
power level, and the current microwave power will be displayed. After three seconds,
the oven will turn back to the previous state.

17. LOCK FUNCTION FOR CHILDREN

Lock: In waiting state, press " STOP/CLEAR " for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep"
denoting the entering into the children-lock state; meanwhile, the display will show
" ".

Lock Cancel: In locked state, press " STOP/CLEAR " for 3 seconds, there will be a long
"beep" denoting that lock is released.

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 Troubleshooting
Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each problem.

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY

a. Electrical cord for oven is a. Plug into the outlet.
not plugged in. b. Close the door and try
Oven will not start b. Door is open. again.
c. Wrong operation is set. c. Check instructions.

a. Materials to be avoided in a. Use microwave-safe

microwave oven were cookware only.
used. b. Do not operate with oven
Arcing or sparking b. The oven is operated when empty.
empty. c. Clean cavity with wet towel.
c. Spilled food remains in the
cavity.

a. Materials to be avoided in a. Use microwave-safe

microwave oven were cookware only.
used. b. Completely defrost food.
Unevenly cooked b. Food is not defrosted
foods completely. c. Use correct cooking time,
c. Cooking time, power level power level.
is not suitable. d. Turn or stir food.
d. Food is not turned or stirred.

Cooking time, power level is Use correct cooking time,

Overcooked foods
not suitable. power level.

a. Materials to be avoided in a. Use microwave-safe

microwave oven were used. cookware only.
b. Food is not defrosted b. Completely defrost food.
Undercooked foods completely. c. Check to see that oven venti-
c. Oven ventilation ports are lation ports are not restricted.
restricted. d. Use correct cooking time,
d. Cooking time, power level is power level.
not suitable.

a. Materials to be avoided in a. Use microwave-safe

microwave oven were used. cookware only.
Improper defrosting b. Cooking time, power level is b. Use correct cooking time,
not suitable. power level.
c. Food is not turned or stirred. c. Turn or stir food.

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 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, alternation, 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.)

If service is required during the warranty period, properly pack your unit. We recommend
using the original carton and packing materials. Within 90 days from 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 propose, 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.

SAVE THIS FOR YOUR RECORDS

Hamilton Beach® is a registered trademark of Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. used under
license by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville, AR 72716.

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