Microwave oven Wollmer E305: advantages and disadvantages

The fast pace of life of a modern person makes its own adjustments in many areas of life, including reflected in nutrition and the process of cooking. People tend to eat healthy foods without spending too much time preparing or heating them. An irreplaceable helper in this is the microwave oven. In this review, we will consider the technical characteristics and features of the operation of the Wollmer E305 microwave oven.

Specifications

Equipment

By purchasing a Wollmer E305 microwave oven, the buyer additionally receives in the kit:

• Metal grill stand;
• Instructions;
• Warranty card.

For 13 400 rubles, which is how much the Wollmer E305 Microwave oven costs, the user will receive a stylish design device that has 14 automatic programs in its functionality. But first things first.

Appearance

The microwave oven has a standard shape, but at the same time it is compact among similar devices: it takes up 20% less space on the working surface due to its dimensions of 281x483x414 mm.

The front panel of the device is made of glass with a mirror effect. This makes the model stylish, suitable for any, even the most modern interior. The Anti-fat coating greatly facilitates the care of the product thanks to the function of repelling grease and dirt. Fingerprints do not remain here either.

The door of the cooking chamber is equipped with a viewing window, which allows you to control the process while the oven is operating. For ease of opening, a vertical, steel-colored, cylindrical handle is provided. The door is tightly closed using a special system of locks.

On the right side of the door there is an intelligent control panel and a convenient program selection knob.

The built-in 14 automatic programs are displayed directly on the panel for quick selection. The mechanical buttons (Power, Clock, Grill, Combo, Weight and Stop / Cancel) are located to the right of the auto mode list and program selector knob.

The set parameters - cooking time, power, various indicators, as well as the set current time are shown on the display located at the top of the control panel.

Cooking chamber

The dimensions of the camera itself: 220x340x344 mm. Surface material - enamel. Cooking and heating food takes place using a rotating system.A glass disc is mounted on a roller stand fixed on a pin, on which the dishes are placed.

The chamber can be fitted with a metal grill grate, which is supplied in the kit.

Manual

The included instruction manual will help you achieve success in preparing tasty and healthy meals with the Wollmer E305 microwave oven. The instruction in Russian contains information:

• Furnace device;
• Features of operation, including a guide for the selection of dishes, cooking, installation;
• Cooking instructions for different modes;
• Features of the automatic modes;
• The procedure for caring for the product;
• Security measures;
• Specifications.

Control

The intuitive control system located on the right side of the front panel allows for easy and convenient program selection using a dedicated knob / button. The round Menu / Time button selects automatic modes by rotating it clockwise. It is also responsible for setting the cooking time if the grill mode or another user-defined, not automatic, program is used.

All set parameters, including the selected automatic mode, will be reflected on the display.

Vertically located rectangular buttons are used to set parameters:

1. Power button - sets the power level at which the dish will be cooked or reheated. In this case, the number of clicks determines the percentage of power.
   

2. Button "Clock" - allows you to set the current time, you can use 12 or 24-hour mode. The current time is shown on the display.
3. The "Grill" button is used to set the mode of the same name.
4. "Combo" button - allows you to combine the Grill and Microwave modes.
5. "Weight" button - is used when setting parameters for the amount of food or the weight of the dish.
6. Button "Stop / Cancel" - its functionality: pause the cooking process, reset / cancel all settings, establish a child lock.

Exploitation

Preparation for work

Before using the microwave oven, the installation must be done correctly.

After removing all packing materials and checking the device for mechanical damage, place the microwave oven on a flat surface. It is important to make sure that there are no sources of heat or moisture or flammable materials in the immediate vicinity of the oven.

Any microwave oven needs sufficient air supply. Therefore, it is necessary to leave free space on all sides: 20 cm - above the oven, 5 cm - on the sides and 10 cm - behind the device.

The power cord should not be under an oven or on a hot surface.

Before starting to use for cooking, set the current time, which will allow the control system to count down the operating time of the selected mode.

Cooking food

There are several important rules for ensuring proper microwave cooking:

1. The material of the dishes in which the dish is prepared must be selected taking into account the mode. For the convenience of the user, the manufacturer has placed a visual reminder in the Operation Manual that excludes selection errors:
2. The shape of the cookware should be round or oval to ensure even cooking.
3. Distribute food in the dishes evenly.
4. When setting a cooking program, always start with the minimum time, adding extra minutes if necessary.
5. Food should be covered during cooking, but heating, on the contrary, should be done in an open container.
6. Some food must be stirred or turned over during cooking. And foods with a thick skin are prickly.

After placing the food in the cooking chamber and closing the door, the program is selected.

The choice of automatic mode does not imply manual programming of the time, but provides for the setting of the weight.

The microwave cooking mode requires the user to select a power parameter, as well as a cooking time, which can be no more than 95 minutes.

The Grill mode, suitable for slices of meat, steaks, chicken pieces of small thickness, placed on a special rack, requires the user to set a cooking time. The oven adopts triple quartz grill heating technology, heat reflector and fan, which guarantees hot air circulation, and every bite will be covered with a crispy crust at the exit.

It's important to know! When using the Grill function for the first time, there may be a slight smoke and odor. This is a normal phenomenon caused by the burning of the lubricating oil applied to the steel surfaces of the oven. In the future, such phenomena will disappear.

The presence of the "Combo" button allows you to combine the Grill and Microwave modes, while there are two options for operation (the transition from one to the other is carried out by pressing again). The first option assumes a longer grill operation than microwave radiation and is suitable, for example, for fish. The second option, on the contrary, makes the work of microwave radiation more prolonged, ideal for omelets, various puddings, baked potatoes, poultry meat. In this mode, the cooking time is set by the user.

Defrosting functionality, automatic mode No. 14, makes it possible to thaw products weighing from 100 to 1800 grams, while the desired weight should be set using the appropriate button.

The "Quick Start" operating mode can be used for quick cooking or heating food (however, for the latter, it is recommended to use a special automatic program no. 1). The maximum operating time is 10 minutes, the exact time is set by a certain number of pressing the Menu / Time button, while the device will operate at maximum power.

Care and maintenance

Like any kitchen appliance, a microwave oven requires regular cleaning.

Important! All manipulations to get rid of the oven from food residues, splashes and other consequences of cooking should be done when disconnected from the mains, the plug must be removed from the socket.

Clean the cooking chamber with a damp cloth. Detergents should be used only in the case of severe contamination, while aggressive compounds and sprays should not be used, and should not be allowed to get on the door seals.

A damp cloth is also used to clean the outside, inside and outside of the door, gaskets, sight glass and control panel.

Absolutely forbidden:

• Use abrasive substances that can scratch the surface;
• Control panel getting wet;
• Water ingress into ventilation openings.

The glass tray can be washed with warm soapy water or in the dishwasher.

Advice! If there is an unpleasant odor in the chamber, placing a cup of pre-diluted lemon juice inside the cup will help to solve the problem, which should be left there for 5 minutes in the heating mode. After finishing the program, wipe the inside of the walls and the chamber door with a damp cloth.

Advantages and disadvantages

Following the recommendations for use and care of the device will allow you to maximize all the advantages of the Wollmer E305 microwave oven throughout its entire service life.

• 14 automatic programs that independently determine the required power and time for cooking / heating / defrosting food;
• Ergonomic and intuitive control panel;
• Saving space on the table up to 20% in comparison with other models due to the unique design of the oven;
• The presence of the Grill function, which allows you to achieve a crispy crust of meat pieces, cook sausages, kebabs, steaks, while the technology used ensures uniformity and speed of cooking;
• Glass front surface resistant to dirt and fingerprints;
• The presence of a child lock function, excluding the inclusion of the device;
• Informative user manual included, eliminating errors and misunderstandings when using the microwave oven.

• Dim display.

The appearance in the kitchen of the Wollmer E305 microwave oven can not only facilitate the process of preparing various kinds of dishes, speed up the heating or defrosting of food. The Wollmer E305 is a stylish interior design that saves space. A device that allows a person to eat tasty, varied and healthy!