AEG MCC3881E-M User Manual

	MC2664E	GB MICROWAVE OVEN	USER MANUAL	2

2 Contents

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CONTENTS

3 Important safety instructions

7Appliance overview

8Before first use

10 Microwave cooking advice

12 Microwave operation

18 Programme charts

22 Recipes

26Care & cleaning

27What to do if . . .

27Specifications

28Installation

31Environmental information

32Service and spare parts

33Guarantee conditions

Important information concerning your safety or the operation of your appliance is noted by this symbol and/or mentions words such as «Warning», «Take care». Be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

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

The clover indicates energy-saving tips and hints for environmentally friendly use of your appliance.

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

Important safety instructions	3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important safety instructions: Read carefully and keep for future reference

To avoid the danger of fire

The microwave oven should not be left unattended during operation.

Power levels that are too high or cooking times that are too long may overheat foods resulting in a fire.

The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.

Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

If food being heated begins to smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Turn off and unplug the oven and wait until the food has stopped smoking. Opening the door while food is smoking may cause a fire.

Only use microwave-safe containers and utensils.

Do not leave the oven unattended when using disposable plastic, paper or other combustible food containers.

Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity, the turntable and turntable support after use. These must be dry and free from grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire.

Do not place flammable materials near the oven or ventilation openings. Do not block the ventilation openings.

Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc., from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a fire.

Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch fire.

To make popcorn, only use special microwave popcorn makers. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.

Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure the oven is operating as desired. See the corresponding hints in this operation manual.

To avoid the possibility of injury

Warning!

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Check the following before use:

a)The door; make sure the door closes properly and ensure it is not misaligned or warped.

b)The hinges and door safety latches; check to make sure they are not broken or loose.

c)The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that they have not been damaged.

d)Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure there are no dents.

e)The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are not damaged.

4 Important safety instructions

Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the door safety latches in any way. Do not operate the oven if there is an object between the door seals and sealing surfaces.

Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow instructions for “Care & Cleaning”. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to a deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

Individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet.

Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately and call your local Service Force Centre.

Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven.

Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or allow anyone who is not authorised by Service Force to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or contact your local Service Force Centre.

If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised Service Force technician.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling

Warning!

Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed containers can explode due to a build up of pressure even after the oven has been turned off.

Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape.

Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and possible scalding:

1.Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

2.It is advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil into the liquid whilst reheating.

3.Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven at the end of cooking time to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.

Important safety instructions	5

Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs before reheating them in the microwave oven.

Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking, or they may explode.

To avoid the possibility of burns

Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food from the oven to prevent burns. Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns.

To avoid burns, always test food temperature and stir before serving and pay special attention to the temperature of food and drink given to babies, children or the elderly.

Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature.

Always stand back from the oven door when opening to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat.

Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam and avoid burns. Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves.

To avoid misuse by children

Warning!

Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning 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 lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy.

Children should be taught all important safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food coverings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot.

Other warnings

Never modify the oven in any way.

This oven is for home food preparation only and may only be used for cooking food. It is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.

6 Important safety instructions

To promote trouble-free use of your oven and avoid damage

Never operate the oven when it is empty.

When using a browning dish or self-heating material, always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the turntable and turntable support due to heat stress. The preheating time specified in the dish’s instructions must not be exceeded.

Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven.

Only use the turntable and the turntable support designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable.

To prevent the turntable from breaking:

a)Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the turntable to cool.

b)Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a cold turntable.

c)Do not put cold foods or cold utensils on a hot turntable.

Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation.

Important:

If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please consult an authorised, qualified electrician.

Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedure. Water vapour or drops may occasionally form on the oven walls or around the door seals and sealing surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is not an indication of microwave leakage or a malfunction.

Appliance overview	7

APPLIANCE OVERVIEW

Microwave oven & accessories

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8	7	6	5

	1	Front trim	9
	2	Oven lamp
	3	Control panel	13
	4	Door opening button
	5	Waveguide cover	10
	6	Oven cavity
	7	Seal packing	11
	8	Door seals and sealing surfaces
	9	Fixing points (4 points)	12
	10	Ventilation openings

11Outer cover

12Rear cabinet

13Power supply cord

Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:

1	Turntable
2	Turntable support	1
3	4 fixing screws (not shown)
• Place the turntable support in the seal packing on the		2

floor of the cavity.

• Then place the turntable on the turntable support.

• To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.

Important:

When you order accessories, please mention two items: part name and model name to your dealer or local Service Force centre.

8 Appliance overview & Before first use

Control panel

1 Digital display indicators
		Microwave			Auto defrost bread
		Clock			Auto defrost
		Cooking stages			Weight

Plus/Minus

2AUTO COOK indicators

3AUTO COOK button

4AUTO DEFROST button

5POWER LEVEL button

6TIMER/WEIGHT knob

7START/QUICK button

8STOP button

9DOOR OPENING button

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

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BEFORE FIRST USE

Setting the clock

The oven has a 12 and 24 hour clock.

Example: To set the clock to 11:30 (12 hour clock).

1.Plug in the oven.

2.The display will show: .

3.Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.

4.Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.

5.Press the START/QUICK button.

6.Check the display:

Important:

1.You can rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob clockwise or anti-clockwise.

2.If you touch the stop key the time will be automatically set to .

Before first use	9

Example: To set the clock to 23:30 (24 hour clock).

1.Plug in the oven.

2.The display will show: .

3.Press the START/QUICK button. The display will show: .

4.Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.

5.Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.

6. Press the START/QUICK button.

7. Check the display:

Important:

1.You can rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob clockwise or anti-clockwise.

2.If you touch the stop key the time will be automatically set to .

Adjusting the time when the clock is set

Example: To set the clock to 11:45 (12 hour clock).

1.Open the door.

2.Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.

3.Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.

4. Press the START/QUICK button once.

5. Check the display:

Example: To set the clock to 23:45 (24 hour clock).

1.Open the door.

2.Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.

3.Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the minutes.

4. Press the START/QUICK button once.

5. Check the display:

Example: To change the clock from 12H to 24H or 24H to 12H.

1.Open the door. Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour.

Using the STOP button

Use the STOP button to:

1.Erase a mistake during programming.

2.Stop the oven temporarily during cooking, press once.

3.Cancel a programme during cooking, touch twice.

10 Microwave cooking advice

Child safety lock

The oven has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running of the oven by a child. When the lock has been set, no part of the microwave will operate until the lock feature has been cancelled.

Example: To set the child safety lock.

1. Press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds.

The oven will beep twice and ‘LOC’ will be displayed:

Note:

•To cancel the child safety lock, press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds, the oven will beep twice and the time of day will be displayed.

•Child safety lock cannot be set if the clock is not set.

MICROWAVE COOKING ADVICE

Microwave cooking

To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware.

Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones as the food in the corners tends to overcook.

It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.

Standing time is necessary after cooking as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.

	Food characteristics
Composition	Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less heating time. Care
	should be taken as overheating can lead to fire.
Density	Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porous foods, such as
	cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods, such as roasts and casseroles.
Quantity	The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven increases.
	E.g. four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
Size	Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as microwaves can penetrate from
	all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the pieces the same size.
Shape	Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks, take longer to cook
	in the thicker parts. Round shapes cook more evenly than square shapes when microwave
	cooking.
Temperature	The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed. Chilled foods will
of food	take longer to cook than food at room temperature. Cut into foods with fillings, e.g. jam
	doughnuts, to release heat or steam.

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		Cooking techniques
	Arrange	Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish. E.g. Chicken drumsticks.
	Cover	Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.
	Pierce	Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places before cooking or
		reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode, e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken,
		Sausages.
		Important: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may explode, even
		after cooking has ended, e.g. poached, hard boiled.
	Stir, turn and	For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking. Always stir and
	rearrange	rearrange from the outside towards the centre.
	Stand	Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally throughout
		the food.
	Shield	Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be shielded with
		small pieces of foil, which reflect microwaves, e.g. legs and wings on a chicken.

Microwave safe cookware

Cookware	Microwave	Comments
	safe
Aluminium foil /	/	Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from
foil containers		overheating. Keep foil at least 2 cm from the oven walls, as arcing
		may occur. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by
		the manufacturer, follow instructions carefully.
Browning dishes		Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do not exceed
		heating times given. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot.
China and ceramics	/	Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually
		suitable, except for those with metallic decoration.
Glassware e.g. Pyrex ®		Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if
		heated suddenly.
Metal		It is not recommended to use metal cookware when using micro-
		wave power as it will arc, which can lead to fire.
Plastic / polystyrene		Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour at
e.g. fast food containers		high temperatures.
Cling film		Should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam
		escape.
Freezer / roasting bags		Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for
		microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or
		catch fire due to the metal arcing.
Paper - plates cups		Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken as
and kitchen paper		overheating may cause fire.
Straw and wooden		Always attend the oven when using these materials as overheating
containers		may cause fire.
Recycled paper		May contain extracts of metal which will cause ‘arcing’ and may lead
and newspaper		to fire.