A good flatbed microwave but as another user has noted, the internal LED lighting has now packed up, it started flickering, then went out completely. The operational bleeps often stop working but i found unplugging the oven for a minute and then plugging in again restores them. However, the internal lighting seems gone for good!!!!
lee.rEasy to use but takes longer to heat Vs my earlier plate product. Quite sleek and nice but not fully satisfied.
MadhuVery disappointed with this microwave for the price i paid for it. Wish I stuck with the turn plate one. It takes about 6 minutes to properly reheat a meal on high.
Laura BarandaI am not impressed to he honest...this microwave sweats a lot....and it's not beeping when it finished cooking....this is the 3rd one in less than months...I am not happy...every replacement is the same..honestly I am disappointed..
TamikaDisappointed that the chrome backing to the control panel reflected light and made control names difficult to read. Similarly the mark on the rotating control knob was far too fine to easily see in less that ideal lighting conditions.
A Ireally liked this microwave, then the first one, bulb stopped working after two months, now replacement one, light is flickering and does not make sound when finished cooking. you cant get bulb out easy with out taking to pieces, must be a fault with this micro as others have had same problem.
SmaleAs others have said, the top of a standard slice is left sticking out of the toaster, so remains untoasted! However, it toasts the rest of the slice quite efficiently and fast.
rmsThis is the worst toaster I’ve ever had, I unpacked it, tried it, packed it back up and returned it for a refund. A toaster that doesn’t fit bread in it! You have to toast the bottom then turn it around and toast the top. It doesn’t fit side ways either. In my mind, when you buy a toaster, it should fit a slice of bread in it! Avoid. Unless you use half loaves, which are half the size of normal bread, for that it would work.
MandyPurchased this thinking that it was a good name and was reliable. Had it 2 weeks (1 week I was on holiday!) and one side of the toaster stopped working. May be better ones out there for the money!
NeilThe toaster was incapable of toasting a whole slice of bread and so we returned it and got a full refund.
JaniceToaster is good quality, works well, only thing is my bread doesn’t get fully toasted with this toaster... only 3/4 of the bread so u had to turn it
KymJust updated new toaster the electric cable is only 300 mm long far to short the old same toaster 700 mm rang Russell Hobb customer service not interested
SkinnerElements don’t seem to be be fully lit up.
SueGRight hand side wouldn't stay down after first use. Didn't take a replacement as would not trust the quality of this product.
notimpressedBought this toaster in February. The levers won't stop down. Very disappointed because we expected better from this make. Shortest lived toaster we ever had.
FifiToaster looks good, however the bread doesn’t seem to completely fit in... so only 90% gets toasted!!
Freddietoo small, almost need to fold the bread in half to fit it in!
disappointedThe slots are too short and too shallow to take anything but small slices of bread. We will have to buy another toaster but from a shop where we can look at the product before buying it.
FredericColour is nice, toasts really well and evenly so appears great value for money, however the cable is so comically short it is just no use at all. It departs the toaster on the right side, my sockets are on the left and about 20cm up from the toaster. You lose 15cm travelling the cable under the toaster through the clips and it leaves a cable so short you can't plug it in anywhere. I used an extention that got knocked off the shelf and the toaster is so light it flew off the shelf and broke.
BuzzLightyearNice toaster toaster cooks bread quite nicely and evenly the only downside is you cannot put a Long piece of bread in as it is to small. the only one other negative about it is actually the ad it self it says It has lift and look feature to check your toast without cancelling it!! And that was one of the reasons I bought this toaster BUT it does not have this feature! Other from that it does the job.
MichelleThe Russell Hobbs RHFM2001 microwave has a sleek and stylish contemporary design, boasting an attractive mirror door finish. As well as an appealing look, this appliance also includes impressive functionality, with 700 watts of microwave power providing quick and convenient cooking in your home. The RHFM2001 from Russell Hobbs has Flatbed technology, this removes the need for a turntable to offer a microwave with more useable space – square plates and casserole dishes, that would not fit in a conventional turntable microwave, to be reheated or defrosted. The flatbed surface is easier to clean than a conventional microwave, so food debris and moisture can be easily wiped away. The diamond cavity structure provides improved microwave distribution by enhancing the reflection of the microwaves inside the cavity. This helps to cook your food more effectively, saving time and energy. Pre-programmed auto cook menus, such as pizza (reheat), fish, and popcorn, allow you to cook all your favourite foods at the push of a button. What’s more, there’s automatic defrost settings meaning all you have to do is input the weight of the food, and the microwave selects the ideal defrost time, saving you time and effort. Moreover, 5 microwave power levels enable tailoring of your cooking experience. Additional features include a handy digital clock and count-down timer, and for added peace of mind, the RHFM2001 comes with a child safety lock option. Once the child lock is on, it locks the button control so the microwave cannot be activated.
1 x Russell Hobbs RHFM2001B Microwave, 1 x Instruction Manual
The RHFM2001B flatbed microwave has a sleek and stylish design, with an attractive mirror door finish. This appliance also includes impressive functionality, with 800 watts of microwave power providing quick and convenient cooking in your home.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 medium egg, 3 tbsp caster sugar, 2 tbsp self-raising flour, 4 tbsp mini marshmallows, 1 tbsp raisins, 2 tbsp broken rich tea biscuits
Method:
1. Add the butter to a large microwavable mug of at least 350ml. Microwave for 10-20 seconds to melt.
2. Add the cocoa powder and stir to combine. Next add the egg and sugar, beating with a fork.
3. Add the flour and beat again until smooth.
4. Stir in most of the marshmallows, raisins and biscuits and sit the remaining on top.
5. Cook on full power for 1 minute 40 seconds. Check that the mixture is cooked. If not, add time and check at 30 second intervals until it is completely cooked through.
Ingredients:
1 medium egg, A pinch of salt, Recently boiled water
Method:
1. Using water from a recently boiled kettle, half fill a microwavable mug.
2. Add a pinch of salt and carefully crack the egg into the water.
3. Microwave on full power for 30 seconds.
4. Check the egg. If necessary, cook for a further 30-45 seconds, checking at 15 second intervals until poached to the desired consistency.
5. Drain and serve.
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Serving with toasted English muffins, steamed spinach and Hollandaise sauce
Ingredients:
½ cup macaroni, 1 cup water, ½ cup grated cheddar cheese, Pinch of salt
Method:
1. Add the macaroni to a microwavable mug of at least 350ml and cover with water, adding a pinch of salt. You may need to vary the water level depending on mug size, ensuring there is enough to cover the pasta.
2. Microwave on full power for a total of 8 minutes, or until al dente, stirring after every 2 minutes and adding more water if necessary.
3. Add the cheese to the pasta, mixing with the small amount of water remaining at the bottom of the mug.
4. If the cheese is not completely melted, put the mug back in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
5. Stir, allow to cool sufficiently and tuck in.
Ingredients:
2 salmon fillets, 300g baby potatoes, 250g asparagus, 1 tsp butter, 2 slices lemon, 1 tbsp chopped dill, Salt and pepper
Method:
1. Place the potatoes in a microwavable container with the butter. Season and cover with cling film. Cook on full power for 4-5 minutes or until cooked. Keep covered.
2. Meanwhile, place the salmon in a microwavable container with the lemon and dill. Season and cover with cling film. As soon as the potatoes are cooked, cook the salmon on full power for 3 minutes. If necessary, extend the cooking time by up to 2 minutes, checking at regular intervals until the salmon is cooked through.
3. Finally, wash and trim the asparagus, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, then serve with the salmon and potatoes.
The Russell Hobbs RHFM2001B microwave has a sleek and stylish contemporary design, boasting an attractive mirror door finish. As well as an appealing look, this appliance also includes impressive functionality, with 700 watts of microwave power providing quick and convenient cooking in your home.
The RHFM2001B from Russell Hobbs has Flatbed technology; this removes the need for a turntable to offer a microwave with more usable space. Square plates and casserole dishes that would not fit in a conventional turntable microwave, can now be reheated or defrosted. The flatbed surface is easier to clean than a conventional microwave, so food debris and moisture can be easily wiped away.
The diamond cavity structure provides improved microwave distribution by enhancing the reflection of the microwaves inside the cavity. This helps to cook your food more effectively, saving time and energy.
Pre-programmed auto cook menus, such as pizza (reheat), fish, and popcorn, allow you to cook all your favourite foods at the push of a button. What’s more, there’s automatic defrost settings meaning all you have to do is input the weight of the food, and the microwave selects the ideal defrost time, saving you time and effort. Moreover, 5 microwave power levels enable tailoring of your cooking experience.
Additional features include a handy digital clock and count-down timer, and for added peace of mind, the RHFM2001B comes with a child safety lock option. Once the child lock is on, it locks the button control so the microwave cannot be activated.
To avoid any microwave mishaps it is recommended to take extra care with the following:
Low moisture foods (eg. cereals, bagels, dried pasta, pulses and chocolate)
- These must be cooked on a low power level for a very short length of time, or preferably not at all.
High sugar content foods (eg. jams, syrups)
- These foods can become easily ‘super-heated’ when cooked in a microwave oven.
Foods containing alcohol
- Foods with an alcohol content must not be cooked in a microwave as they could ignite.
Foods with a membrane or outer skin (eg. fruits, sausages, potatoes)
- Food with a sealed or none porous skin must be pierced to allow pressure and steam to escape
| Brand | Russell Hobbs |
| Model Number | RHFM2001B |
| Colour | Black |
| Item Weight | 13.2 Kg |
| Package Dimensions | 50.5 x 42 x 33 cm |
| Capacity | 19 litres |
| Volume Capacity | 19 litres |
| Power / Wattage | 700 watts |
| Auto Shutoff | No |
| Energy Efficiency Class | A to G |
