AEG MC275S User Manual

Micromat 275S

Microwave Oven

Instruction Book

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Dear customer,

Thank you for buying an AEG microwave oven and putting your trust in
the AEG brand name.

Before using your AEG microwave oven for the first time, please read the
instruction book thoroughly. This will enable you to take advantage of all the features that the
appliance offers. It will also ensure trouble-free
operation and minimise unnecessary service calls.

 Important information concerning your safety or the operation of your appliance is noted

☞ Throughout the manual, this symbol guides you step by step when

 This symbol indicates further information concerning the use of the appliance.

z The clover indicates energy-saving tips and hints for environmentally friendly use of your

In the event of malfunctioning, please follow the instructions given in the section «What to do

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Technical data.

Overall dimension Width

Cavity dimension Width

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by this symbol and/or mentions words such as «Warning», «Take care». Be sure to follow
all instructions carefully.

operating the appliance.

appliance.

520 mm

Depth 376 mm

Height 292 mm

349 mm

Depth 355 mm

Height 220 mm

Power source

Power consumption

Microwave (Power)

Weight

Volume

220–230 V, 50 Hz
10 A

Fuse

1450W
900W
19 kg
27 litre

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Contents

Safety Instructions

Utensil safety
Testing suitability of cookware
Foil containers
Food safety
Unpacking

Installation

Connecting to the mains

Oven utensils and accessories guide

The microwave and accessories

Name and function of parts
Accessories
Turntable installation
Control panel
Display window

How to operate your microwave oven

Setting the clock
Pause / Clear
Child safety lock
Plus Time
Microwave cooking
Microwave setting guide
Microwave cooking in or and three stages
Manual Defrosting
Auto Defrost
Auto Programmes
Auto Programme Example

Charts
Recommendations for Defrosting using 180W

Microwave Hints
Microwave Tips

Care and cleaning

Service and spare parts

AEG Appliance Warranty

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Safety instructions.

• The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the microwave oven from operating when the
door is open.

• Do not tamper with them, or attempt to operate the oven with the door open as open door
operation can result in exposure to microwave energy.

• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces. See the
Cleaning and Care section for cleaning instructions.

• It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to
the: (1) door (warped), (2) hinges and latches (broken or insecure), (3) door seals and sealing
surface. m If the door, hinges/latches or door seals are damaged, the microwave must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a authorized service person.

 It is hazardous for anyone except factory trained service personnel to service or

make adjustments to this oven. Contact your nearest authorised service agent if
service should be required.

• Do not remove the outer case, door or control panel at any time. Doing so may cause
exposure to extremely high voltage.

• Install or locate this oven only in accordance with ‘installation instructions’ found in this
manual.

• Use the appliance for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive
chemicals in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or defrost
food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use neither for commercial use as this will
invalidate the guarantee.

• Do not operate the oven empty. If food or water is not present to absorb the microwave
energy, the magnetron tube can be damaged.

• Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water.

• Do not attempt to dry clothing or newspapers in the microwave oven. These items can

ignite. Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking
utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

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 If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed

in order to stifle any flames. Never use water.

 Only allow children to use the microwave, without supervision, when adequate

instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the microwave in a
safe way and understand the hazards of improper use.

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Safety instructions

1. Be sure to use an oven glove when loading and unloading the oven. Containers get very hot
in the oven, so be careful not to burn yourself. The turn-table and metal rack also get very
hot so be sure to use an oven glove when handling them.

2. Do not touch the inner or outer viewing window with metal components when loading or
unloading the oven. The inside of the door and oven get very hot so take care when
attending food in the oven.

3. Do not put the turntable or containers in cold water or try to cool them quickly after use.

4. Do not place items on top of the cabinet. The top of the cabinet gets very hot, so anything
placed on it may be damaged by the heat.

 It is quite normal for steam to be emitted around the door, or for misting to

occur on the door, or even for water droplets to appear below the door during
the cooking cycle. This is merely condensation from the heat of the food and
does not affect the safety of your oven. The door is not intended to seal the oven

• Do not force the turntable to rotate by hand. This may cause malfunctioning.

• Arcing in the oven during microwave operation usually occurs from use of metallic utensils.

Continuous arcing, however, can damage the unit. Stop the programme and check the
utensil.

• Care should be taken not to obstruct any air vents located on the top, rear, side and bottom
of the oven.

Do not use this oven for commercial purposes. This oven is made for domestic use only.

Utensil safety

• Most glass, glass ceramic and heat-resistant glass-ware utensils are excellent for use in the
micro-wave oven. Although microwave energy will not heat most glass and ceramic items,
these utensils can become hot as heat transfers from the food to the container. The use of
oven gloves to remove dishes is recommended.

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Testing suitability of cookware

• Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass half full of water. Heat on

Hi W(900W) (100%) for one minute. If the cookware feels hot, you should not use it. If it is
just slightly warm, you can use it for reheating but not for cooking. If the dish is room
temperature, it is suitable for microwave cooking.

• Paper napkins, wax paper, paper towels, plates, cups, cartons, freezer wrap and cardboard
are great convenience utensils. Always be sure containers are filled with food to absorb
energy and thus avoid the possibility of overheating.

• Many plastic dishes, cups, freezer containers and plastic wraps may be used in the
microwave oven. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using plastics in the oven. Avoid
using plastic utensils with foods that have high fat or sugar content since these foods reach
high temperatures and could melt some plastics.

• Do not leave oven unattended, and look at it from time to time when heating or cooking
food in plastic, paper or other combustible containers. If smoke is observed, keep door closed,
switch the oven off or disconnect oven until smoke stops.

• Metal utensils and utensils with metallic trim should not be used in the microwave oven,
unless specifically recommended for microwave use.

• Containers with restricted openings, such as bottles, should not be used for microwave
cooking.

• Use caution when removing a lid or cover from a dish to avoid steam burns.

Foil containers

Shallow foil containers may safely be used to reheat foods in your microwave oven providing
the following rules are observed:

• Foil containers should not be more than 3 cms (1 1/4”) deep.

• Foil lids must not be used.

• The foil containers must be at least two-thirds full of food. Empty containers must never be

used.

• Foil containers should be used singly in the microwave oven and should not be allowed to
touch the sides. If your oven has a metal turntable or cooking rack, the foil container should
be placed on an upturned oven-proof plate.

• Foil containers should never be re-used in the microwave oven.

• If the microwave oven has been in use for 15 minutes or more, allow it to cool before using

it again.

• The container and turntable may become hot during use, take great care when removing
either from the oven. It is advisable to use an oven cloth or glove when doing so.

• Remember when using an aluminium foil container that the reheating or cooking times may
be longer than you are used to, always ensure that the food is piping hot before serving.

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Food safety

Unpacking

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• Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven. Always remove the food to a suitable
container.

• Deep fat frying should not be done in the microwave oven, because the fat temperature
cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can result.

• Popcorn may be prepared in the microwave oven, but only in special packages or utensils
designed specifically for this purpose. This cooking operation should never be unattended.

• Pierce foods with non-porous skins or membranes to prevent steam build-up and bursting.
Apples, potatoes, chicken livers, and egg yolks are examples of items that should be pierced.

• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the
temperature is to be checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns. When heating
liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid
beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden
boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken:

1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

2. Do not overheat.

3. Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the

heating time.

4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully

removing the container. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers – for
example, closed glass jars – may explode and should not be heated in this oven.
Occasionally, poached eggs may explode during cooking. Always pierce the yolk, then
cover and allow the standing time of one minute before removing cover.

Keep these instructions!

N.B. When you unpack the oven, check that the product is free from damage. Damage or any
missing parts must be reported immediately to the retailer. The oven, parts of the oven or the
accessories may be wrapped by a protection foil. If so, you must remove this foil before using
the oven. Do not leave packing material so that small children can play with it. This can be
hazardous.

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Installation

1. Remove any promotion label from the door.

2. The oven should be installed on a flat, level surface. The surface must be strong enough to
safely bear the weight (18 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To avoid the possibility of
causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position.

3. Keep the oven away from heat and water. Exposure to heat and water can lower oven
efficiency and lead to malfunctioning, so be sure to install the oven away from heat and
water sources.

4. Do not block air vents on the top and the sides of the cabinet and also do not place any
articles on the top of the oven. If air vents are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat, and this may lead to malfunctioning. Hot air escapes from the vents, so be sure
not to obstruct it or let curtains come between the oven and the rear wall.

5. Place the oven as far away from radios and TV’s as possible. This oven does conform to EEC
requirements of radio interference suppression, but some interference may occur if it is
placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep them as far apart as possible.

6. If positioned in a corner, leave a gap of at least 5 cm from the walls and 15 cm above the
microwave.

 MPORTANT! The oven can be placed almost anywhere in the kitchen. Make sure

the oven is placed on a flat, level surface and that vents as well as the surface
underneath the oven are not blocked (for sufficient ventilation).

Connecting to the mains

The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. Earth
protection minimises the risks should a short circuit occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the
oven matches the supply.

N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.

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 This appliance must not be used on a non-earth protected power supply.

Contact an electrician if you are uncertain regarding electrical connection of
the oven or provision of earth protection of the supply.

 This appliance must be earthed. If this appliance is fitted with a non-

rewireable plug for which your socket is unsuitable, the plug should be cut off
and the appropriate plug fitted. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non­rewireable plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or
damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained.

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Oven utensils and accessories guide

A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking in your microwave oven. For your
safety and to prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose appropriate utensils and materials
for each cooking method. The list below is a general guide.

Material Utensils

Corning ware YES

Heat resistant glass

Ceramic & Glass

China

Pottery*2

Plastic

Metal Baking pan NO

Paper

Wood

Accessories

ware

Glass ware with

metal decoration
Lead crystal glass NO

Without metal

decoration

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heat-proof wear

Plastic wrap YES

Aluminium foil*3 YES

Cups, plates, towels YES

Waxed paper YES

Grill rack NO

Turntable YES

Turntable support YES

YES: Utensils and accessories to use NO: Utensils and accessories to avoid

*1 Only if there is no metal trim.

*2 Only if it does not have a glaze containing metal.

*3 NOTE: Use aluminium foil only for shielding purposes, over use may cause arcing.

Mode of operation

Microwave

YES*1

NO

YES

YES

YES

NO

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