AEG MCD4538E II Use and care guide

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MCD4538E

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USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 4

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY .................................................................................... 7

PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO

AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY .... 8

Microwave safety ............................................................................................... 9

The advantages of microwaves ....................................................................... 13

Description of your oven .................................................................................. 14

Basic controls .................................................................................................. 16

Special functions .............................................................................................. 22

When the oven is working................................................................................ 26

Defrosting......................................................................................................... 27

Cooking with the microwave oven ................................................................... 28

Cooking with the grill ........................................................................................ 30

Roasting and baking ........................................................................................ 32

What kind of ovenware can be used? ............................................................. 34

Oven Cleaning and Maintenance .................................................................... 36

What should I do if the oven doesn’t work? ..................................................... 38

Technical Characteristics ................................................................................. 39

Installation instructions .................................................................................... 39

Installation ........................................................................................................ 43

FOR PERFECT RESULTS

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

We recommend the use of original spare parts. When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available. The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number

Warning / Caution-Safety information.

General information and tips.

Environmental information.

Subject to change without notice.

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1. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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. Warning! IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. 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, and do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the appliance due to the possibility of ignition. The appliance is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

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2. IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Warning! To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

 Read all instructions before using the

appliance.

 Read and follow the specific 

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on this manual.

 This appliance must be grounded. Connect

only to properly grounded outlet. See

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS found on this



manual.

 Install or locate this appliance only in

accordance with the provided installation instructions.

 Some products such as whole eggs and

sealed containers – for example, closed glass jars are able to explode and should not be heated in this oven.

 Use this appliance only for its intended use as

described in the manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

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 As with any appliance, close supervision is

necessary when used by children.

 Do not operate this appliance if it is has a

damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

 This appliance should be serviced only by

qualified service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

 Do not cover or block any openings on the

appliances.

 Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not

use this product near water – for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.

 Do not immerse cord or plug in water.  Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  Do not let cord hang over edge of table or

counter.

 When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that

comes together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:  Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance

when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

 Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags

before placing bag in oven.

 If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door

closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

 Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not

leave paper products, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.

 Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be

overheated 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 UTENSIL INTO THE LIQUID.

To avoid that type of situation when heating liquids, put a teaspoon or glass rod inside the container.

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3. PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door

open since open – door operation 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.

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 surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by

Pacemakers:

Most pacemakers are shielded from interference from electronic products, including microwaves. However, patients with pacemakers may wish to consult their physicians if they have concerns.

anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

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4. PRECAUTIONS TO BE

OBSERVED BEFORE AND DURING SERVICING TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not operate or allow the oven to be operated with the

door open.

(b) Make the following safety checks on all ovens to be

serviced before activating the magnetron or other microwave source, and make repairs as necessary: interlock operation, proper door closing, seal and sealing surfaces (arcing, wear, and other damage), damage to or loosening of hinges and latches, evidence of dropping or abuse).

or inspection within the microwave generating compartment, check the magnetron, wave guide or transmission line, and cavity for proper alignment, integrity and connection.

(d) Any defective or misadjusted components in the

interlock, monitor, door seal, and microwave generation and transmission systems, shall be repaired, replaced, or adjusted by procedures described in this manual before the oven is released to the owner.

(e) A microwave leakage check, to verify compliance with

the Federal Performance Standard, should be performed on each oven prior to release to the owner.

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5. MICROWAVE SAFETY

account of the high

 Warning! Never leave the

oven unwatched, especially when using paper, plastic or other combustible materials. These materials can char and may fire. FIRE RISK!

 Warning! Do not heat pure

alcohol or alcoholic drinks in the microwave. FIRE RISK!

 Warning! Do not heat liquids

or other foods in closed containers since these may explode readily.

 Warning! 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.

 Warning! If the oven has a

combined function mode (microwave with other means of heating), children should not be allowed to use the oven without adult supervision on

temperatures generated.

 Warning! The oven cannot be

used if:

 The door is not closed

correctly;

 The door hinges are

damaged;

 The surfaces of the contact

between the door and the oven front are damaged;

 The door window glass is

damaged;

 There is frequent electrical

arcing inside the oven even though there is no metal object inside.

The oven can only be used again after it has been repaired by a Technical Assistance Service technician.

Beware!

 Never heat baby foods or

drinks in bottles or jars with the teats or lids on them. After heating the food mix or shake well so that the heat is spread evenly. Check the food temperature before feeding this to the child. DANGER OF BURNING!

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 To avoid food overheating or

burning it is very important not to select long time periods or power levels that are too high when heating small quantities of food. For example, a bread roll can burn after 3 minutes if the power selected is too high.

 For toasting, use just the

grilling function and watch the oven all the time. It you use a combined function to toast

bread it will catch fire in a very short time.

 Make sure you never catch the

power cables of other electrical appliances in the hot door or the oven. The cable insulation may melt. Danger

of short-circuiting!

This oven is exclusively for domestic use!

Use the oven only for preparing meals.

Avoid damaging the oven or other dangerous situations by following these instructions:

 Do not switch on the oven

without the turntable support, the turntable ring and the respective plate being in place.

 Never switch on the

microwave when it is empty. If there is no food

inside there may be an electrical overcharge and the oven could be damaged. RISK OF DAMAGE!

 For carrying out oven

programming tests put a

glass of water inside the oven. The water will absorb the microwaves and the oven will not be damaged.

 Use only dishes suitable for

microwaves. Before using

dishes and containers in the microwave, check that these are suitable (see the section on types of dishes).

 Never remove the mica

cover on the ceiling of the oven interior! This cover

stops fat and pieces of food damaging the microwave generator.

 Do not keep any

inflammable object inside the oven as it may burn if the oven is switched on.

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 Do not use the oven as a

pantry.

 Eggs with their shells and

whole boiled eggs must not

be heated in microwave ovens because they may explode.

 Do not use the oven for

frying as it is impossible to control the temperature of oil heated by microwaves.

 To avoid being burnt,

always use oven gloves for handling dishes and containers and touching the oven.

 Do not lean or sit on the

open oven door. This may

damage the oven, especially in the hinge zone. The door can bear a maximum weight of 8 kg.

 The turntable and the grills

can bear a maximum load of 8 kg. To avoid damaging the oven, do not exceed this load.

Cleaning:

 Warning! Your microwave

oven must be cleaned regularly. All food remains must be removed (see section on Oven Cleaning). If the microwave oven is not kept clean its surface may

deteriorate and this may

shorten the oven’s working

life and could even result in a dangerous situation.

 The door contact surfaces

(the front of the cavity and the inside part of the doors) must be kept very clean in order to ensure the oven functions correctly.

 Do not use harsh abrasive

cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

 Do not use high pressure

or stream jet cleaning appliances.

 Please follow the instructions

regarding cleaning in the

section “Oven Cleaning and Maintenance”.

Repairs:  Warning – Microwaves!

The outer protection of the oven must not be removed.

It is dangerous for anyone not authorized by the manufacturer to carry out any kind of repair or maintenance work.

 If the power cable is

damaged it should be

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substituted by the manufacturer, authorized agents or technicians qualified for this task in order to avoid dangerous situations. Furthermore, special tools are required for this task.

 Repair and maintenance

work, especially of current carrying parts, can only be carried out by technicians authorized by the manufacturer.

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6. THE ADVANTAGES OF MICROWAVES

In conventional ovens, heat radiated by electrical elements or gas burners slowly penetrates the food from outside to inside. On account of this there is a major amount of energy is wasted heating the air, the oven components and the food containers. In a microwave oven, heat is generated by the food itself and the heat travels from inside to outside. No heat is lost to the air, the walls of the oven cavity or the dishes and containers (if these are suitable for use in microwave oven), in other words, only the food is heated.

Microwave ovens have the following advantages:

 Shorter cooking times; in general

these are up to 3/4 less than the time required for conventional cooking.

 Ultra-fast food defrosting thus

reduces the danger of bacterial development.

 Energy savings.  Conservation of the nutritional value

of foods due to the shorter cooking times.

 Easy to clean.

reflected by the metal walls, uniformly penetrating the food.

Why food heats up

Most foods contain water and water molecules vibrate when subjected to microwaves. The friction between molecules produces heat which raises the temperature of the food, de-freezing it, cooking it or keeping it hot. Since the heat arises inside the food:  This can be cooked with little or no

liquid or fats/oils;

 De-freezing, heating or cooking in a

microwave oven is quicker than in a conventional oven;

 The vitamins, minerals and

nutritional substances in the food are conserved;

 The natural colour and aroma of the

food are unchanged. Microwaves pass through china, glass, cardboard or plastic but do not go through metal. For this reason, metal containers or ones with metal parts must not be used in a microwave oven.

Microwaves are reflected by metal...

How a microwave oven works?

In a microwave oven there is a high tension valve called a magnetron which converts electrical energy into microwave energy. These electromagnetic waves are channelled to the interior of the oven through a wave guide and distributed by a metallic spreader or through a turntable. Inside the oven the microwaves propagate in all directions and are

... but go through glass and china...

... and are absorbed by foods.

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Confirmation key (OK)

Cancel / Safety Block key

Start / Quick Start key

Weight Light

Parameter selection keys

Function Lights

Plus and Minus keys

Clock/Duration Lights Function selection keys

Power Light

Control panel

Turntable ring

Door window glass

Turntable plate

Lateral supports

Browning Plate

Catches

High Grill

Turntable support

Low Grill

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7. DESCRIPTION OF YOUR OVEN

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7.1. Function Description

Symbol

Funktion

Microwave

Power Output

Foods

Microwave

200

Slow defrosting for delicate foods; keeping food hot

400

Cooking with little heat; boiling rice Rapid defrosting, heating baby food

600

Heating and cooking food

800

Cooking vegetables and food Cooking and heating carefully, Heating and cooking small portions of food

1000

Rapidly heating liquids

Grill

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Grilling food

Microwave

+ Grill

200

Toasting food

400

Grilling poultry and meat

600

Cooking pies and cheese-topped dishes

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8. BASIC CONTROLS

8.1. Setting the clock

The clock display will flash to indicate that the time shown is not correct. To set the clock, proceed as follows:

1. Select the Clock Symbol with the Parameter selection keys (not necessary if your microwave oven is first plugged in or after a power failure) .

2. Set the hours with Plus and Minus

3. Confirm the selection with the Confirmation key .

4. Set the minutes with the Plus and Minus keys .

5. Confirm the selection with the Confirmation key .

keys .

8.2 Hiding/Displaying the Clock

If the clock display disturbs you, you can hide it by proceeding as follows:

1. Press and hold the Confirmation key for 3 seconds. The clock will be hidden but the dots between the

hours and the minutes will flash once per second.

2. To show the clock again, repeat the described procedure again.

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8.3. Safety blocking

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The oven functioning can be blocked (for example, to stop it being used by children). Proceed as follows:

1. To block the oven, press the

Cancel key for 3 seconds. You will hear a sound signal and the clock display will show the word

SAFE. The oven is blocked in this

state and cannot be used.

8.4. Stopping the rotating plate

1. To stop the rotating plate, press

Confirmation and Cancel keys for 3 seconds to get the word PLAT OFF in the display.

2. To start plate rotation again, repeat

the above procedure.

2. To unblock the oven, press the

Cancel key again for 3 seconds. You will hear a sound signal and the clock display will show the time again.

Note: Make sure that you press the confirmation key before the cancel key.

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8.5. Microwave

Use this function to cook and heat vegetables, potatoes, rice, fish and meat.

1. Select the Microwave function with

the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Power Level with

Parameter selection keys . The Power Level symbol and display start blinking. If you do not change the power level the microwave operates with the default power 800 W.

3. Set the power level with the + and

– keys .

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the power level. The display and symbol stop blinking.

5. Select the Duration with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the duration with the + and –

keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the duration. The display and symbol stop blinking.

8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

NOTE: When 1000 W power is selected, the duration is limited to a maximum of 15 minutes.

8.6. Microwave oven – Quick Start

Use this function to rapidly heat foods with high water content, such as water, coffee, tea or thin soup.

1. Press the Start key . The

microwave oven operates for 30 seconds at maximum power.

2. If you want to increase the

operating time press the Start key

again. Each time you press this

key the operating time will be increased by 30 seconds.

NOTE: When 1000 W power is selected, the duration is limited to a maximum of 15 minutes.

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8.7. Grill

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5 2 1

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Use this function to brown the top of food quickly.

1. Select the Grill function with the

Function selection keys .

2. Select the Duration with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration symbol and display start blinking.

3. Set the duration with the + and –

keys .

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the duration. The display and symbol stop blinking.

5. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

8.8. Microwave + Grill

Use this function to cook lasagne, poultry, roast potatoes and toasted foods.

1. Select the Microwave + Grill

function with the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Power Level with

Parameter selection keys . The Power Level symbol and display start blinking. If you do not change the power level the microwave operates with the default power 600 W.

3. Set the power level with the Plus

and Minus keys .

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the power level. The display and symbol stop blinking.

5. Select the Duration with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the duration with the Plus and

Minus keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the duration. The display and symbol stop blinking.

8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

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Programm

Food

Weight (g)

Time (min.)

Standing time (min.)

Pr 01

Meat

100 – 2000

2 – 43

20 – 30

Pr 02

Poultry

100 – 2500

2 – 58

20 – 30

Pr 03

Fish

100 – 2000

2 – 40

20 – 30

Pr 04

Fruit

100 – 500

2 – 13

10 – 20

Pr 05

Bread

100 – 800

2 – 19

10 – 20

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8.9. Defrosting by weight (automatic)

Use this function to defrost meat, poultry, fish, fruit and bread quickly.

1. Select the Defrost by Weight

function with the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Program with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration and Clock symbols and the display start blinking.

3. Set the program with the Plus and

Minus keys (refer to the table below).

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the program. The display and symbols stop blinking.

The following table shows the defrosting by weight function programmes, indicating weight

Important Note: see General instructions for defrosting.

5. Select the Weight with Parameter

selection keys . The Weight symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the weight with the Plus and

Minus keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the weight. The display and symbol stop blinking.

8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

intervals, and defrosting and standing times (in order to ensure the food is of a uniform temperature).

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8.10. Defrosting by time (manual)

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Use this function to defrost meat, poultry, fish, fruit and bread quickly.

1. Select the Defrost by Time function

with the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Duration with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration symbol and display start blinking.

3. Set the duration with the Plus and

Minus keys .

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the duration. The display and symbol stop blinking.

5. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

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Programm

Food

Weight

(g)

Time

(min.)

Standing time (min.)

A 01

Soup

200 –

1500

3 – 15

Turn1-2x, keep coveres,

1-2 min

A 02

Pre-prepared dishes

dense food

200 –

1500

3 – 20

Turn1-2x, keep coveres,

1-2 min

A 03

Pre-prepared dishes e.g.

goulash

200 –

1500

3 – 18

Turn1-2x, keep coveres,

1-2 min

A 04

Vegetables

200 –

1500

2,6 – 14

Turn1-2x, keep coveres,

1-2 min

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9. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

9.1. Special Function F1: Heating food

Use this function to heat various types of food.

1. Select the Special function F1 with

the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Program with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration and Clock symbols and the display start blinking.

3. Set the program with the Plus and

Minus keys (refer to the table below).

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the program. The display and symbols stop blinking.

The following table shows the Special Function F1 programmes, indicating weight intervals, and defrosting and

5. Select the Weight with Parameter

selection keys . The Weight symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the weight with the Plus and

Minus keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the weight. The display and symbol stop blinking.

8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

standing times (in order to ensure the food is of a uniform temperature).

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Important Notes:

1. Always use dishes for use in the

microwave oven and a lid or cover to avoid loss of liquids.

2. Stir or mix the foods several times

during heating, especially when the oven emits a beep and the display is flashing as follows: .

3. The time required to heat the food

will depend on its initial temperature. Food taken straight from the fridge will take longer to heat up than food that is at room temperature. If the food

9.2. Special Function F2: Cooking

Use this function to cook fresh food.

temperature is not what is wanted, select a greater or lesser weight next time you heat up the food.

4. After heating, stir the food or shake

the container and then leave the food to stand for some time to allow the temperature to become uniform throughout the food.

Warning! After heating the container may be very hot. Although microwaves do not heat up most containers, these may heat up through heat transmission from food.

1. Select the Special function F2 with

the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Program with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration and Clock symbols and the display start blinking.

3. Set the program with the Plus and

Minus keys (refer to the table below).

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the program. The display and symbols stop blinking.

5. Select the Weight with Parameter

selection keys . The Weight

symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the weight with the Plus and

Minus keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the weight. The display

and symbol stop blinking.

8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

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Programm

Food

Weight (g)

Time

(Min.)

Note

b 01

Potatoes

200 – 1000

4 – 17

Turn 1 – 2 x keep covered

b 02

Vegetables

200 – 1000

4 – 15

Turn 1 – 2 x keep covered

b 03

Rice

200 – 500

13 – 20

One part rice, two parts water,

keep covered

b 04

Fish

200 – 1000

4 – 13

Keep covered

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The following table shows the Special Function F2 programmes, indicating

standing times (in order to ensure the food is of a uniform temperature).

weight intervals, and defrosting and

Important Note:

1. Always use dishes for use in the

microwave oven and a lid or cover to avoid loss of liquids.

2. Stir or mix the foods several times

during heating, especially when the oven emits a beep and the display is flashing as follows .

Warning! After heating, the container may be very hot. Although microwaves do not heat up most containers, these may heat up through heat transmission from food. Preparation instructions:

Fish pieces – Add 1 to 3 soup spoons of water or lemon juice. Rice – Add water equivalent to

twice or three times the quantity of rice.

Unpeeled potatoes – Use potatoes of the same size. Wash them and prick the skin several times. Do not add water. Peeled potatoes and Fresh

vegetables – Cut into pieces of the same size. Add a soup spoon of water for every 100 g of vegetables, and salt to taste.

9.3. Special Function F3: Defrosting & Toasting

Use this function to cook and toast various types of food.

1. Select the Special function F3 with

the Function selection keys .

2. Select the Program with Parameter

selection keys . The Duration

and Clock symbols and the display

start blinking.

3. Set the program with the Plus and

Minus keys (refer to the table

below).

4. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the program. The display and symbols stop blinking.

5. Select the Weight with Parameter

selection keys . The Weight symbol and display start blinking.

6. Set the weight with the Plus and

Minus keys .

7. Press the Confirmation key to

validate the weight. The display and symbol stop blinking.

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Programm

Food

Weight (g)

Time (Min.)

Note

C 01

Pizza

300 – 550

3 – 9

Preheat the baking

pan

C 02

Deep frozen food

400 – 1000

8 – 14

Turn 2 x, keep

covered

C 03

Potato dishes, frozen

200 – 450

10 – 12

Turn 1 x

Food

Weight

Cooking

Time

Standing Time

Recommendation

Pizza

200 g

4 - 5 min

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If the pizza is thin.

If the pizza is high increase

the time by 1 – 2 minutes

300 g

5 - 6 min

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8. Start the cooking process by

pressing the Start key .

The following table shows the Special Function P3 programmes, indicating weight intervals, and defrosting and

Important Note: Always use dishes for use in the microwave oven and a lid or cover to avoid loss of liquids. Stir or mix the foods several times during heating, especially when the oven emits a beep and the display is flashing as follows:

Warning! After heating, the container may be very hot. Although microwaves do not heat up most

10. USING THE BROWNING PLATE

Normally when cooking food, such as pizzas or pies, on a grill or in a microwave oven, the dough or pastry becomes soggy. This can be avoided by using a browning plate. As a high temperature is reached quickly on the bottom of the browning plate, the crust turns crisp and brown. The browning plate can also be used for bacon, eggs, sausages, etc.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:

 Use oven gloves at all times as the

browning plate will become very hot.

 Never place the browning plate in

the oven without the glass plate.

standing times (in order to ensure the food is of a uniform temperature).

containers, these may heat up through heat transmission from food. Preparation instructions:

1. Frozen pizza – Use pre-cooked

frozen pizzas and pizzas-rolls.

2. Deep-frozen food – Use lasagne,

cannelloni, prawn soufflé, all

frozen. Keep covered.

3. Potato dishes, frozen – Chips,

potato croquettes and fried potatoes must be suitable for preparation in the oven.

 Do not place any recipients on the

browning plate that are not heatresistant (plastic bowls for example).

10.1. How to cook with the

browning plate:

1. Preheat the browning plate by selecting the Microwave and Grill function for 3 to 5 minutes with a 600 W microwaves power level.

2. Brush the browning plate with oil in order to brown the food nicely.

3. Place the fresh or frozen food directly on the browning plate.

4. Place the browning plate on the glass turntable in the microwave oven.

5. Select the Microwaves and Grill function and the cooking time as described below.

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Food

Weight

Cooking

Time

Standing Time

Recommendation

400 g

7 – 8 min

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Quiches and Pies

200 g

3 – 4 min

2 – 3 min

300 g

5 - 6 min

2 – 3 min

Hamburgers

150 -

200

8 - 10 min

5 – 8 min

Turn 2 x

Oven chips

400 g

6 -8 min

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Turn 1 x

VERY IMPORTANT

NOTES:

 As the browning plate has a Teflon

layer, if you use it incorrectly, it can be damaged.

 Never cut the food on the plate.

Remove the food from the plate prior to cutting.

10.2. Cleaning:

The best way to clean the browning plate is to wash it with hot water and detergent and rinse off with clean water. Do not use a scrubbing brush or a hard sponge otherwise the top layer will be damaged.

11. WHEN THE OVEN IS WORKING...

11.1. Interrupting a cooking

cycle

In both cases:

1. Microwave emission is stopped

immediately.

2. The grill is de-activated but is still

very hot. Danger of burning!

3. The timer stops and the display

shows the remaining amount of operating time.

If you wish, at this time you can:

1. Turn or stir the food to ensure it will

be evenly cooked

2. Change the process parameters,

3. Cancel the process by pressing the

Cancel key.

4. To restart the process, close the

door and press the Start key.

11.2. Altering parameters

The operating parameters (time, power, temperature) can be altered when the oven is operating or when

the cooking process has been interrupted by proceeding as follows:

1. Select the parameter to be change

with the Parameter selection keys. The respective symbol and the display start blinking.

2. Set the desired value with the Plus

and Minus keys.

3. Press the Confirmation key or wait

3 seconds to validate the new parameter value. The display and symbols stop blinking.

11.3. Cancelling a cooking cycle

If you wish to cancel the cooking process, press the Cancel key twice. You will then hear a beep and the time will appear on the display.

11.4. End of a cooking cycle

At the end of the process you will hear three beeps and the display will show the word End.

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Food

Weight (g)

Defrosting time

(min.)

Standing time

(min.)

Recommendation

Portions of meat, veal, beef, pork

100

2-3

5-10

Turn once

200

4-5

5-10

Turn once

500

10-12

10-15

Turn twice

1000

21-23

20-30

Turn twice

1500

32-34

20-30

Turn twice

2000

43-45

25-35

Turn 3 times

Goulash

500

8-10

10-15

Turn twice

1000

17-19

20-30

Turn 3 times

Minced meat

100

2-4

10-15

Turn twice

500

10-14

20-30

Turn 3 times

Sausages

200

4-6

10-15

Turn once

500

9-12

15-20

Turn twice

Poultry (portions)

250

5-6

5-10

Turn once

Chicken

1000

20-24

20-30

Turn twice

Poultry

2500

38-42

25-35

Turn 3 times

Fish fillet

200

4-5

5-10

Turn once

Trout

250

5-6

5-10

Turn once

Prawns

100

2-3

5-10

Turn once

500

8-11

15-20

Turn twice

Fruit

200

4-5

5-10

Turn once

300

8-9

5-10

Turn once

500

11-14

10-20

Turn twice

Bread

200

4-5

5-10

Turn once

500

10-12

10-15

Turn once

800

15-17

10-20

Turn twice

Butter

250

8-10

10-15

Cream cheese

250

6-8

10-15

Creams

250

7-8

10-15

The beeps are repeated every 30 seconds until the door is opened or the

12. DEFROSTING

The table below shows different defrosting and standing times (in order to ensure the food temperature is

Cancel key is pressed.

evenly distributed) for different types and weights of food, plus recommendations.

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General instructions for defrosting

1. When defrosting, use only dishes

that are appropriate for microwaves (china, glass, suitable plastic).

2. The defrost function by weight and

the tables refer to the defrosting of raw food.

3. The defrosting time depends on the

quantity and thickness of the food. When freezing food keep the defrosting process in mind. Distribute the food evenly in the container.

4. Distribute the food as best as

possible inside the oven. The thickest parts of fish or chicken drumsticks should be turned towards the outside. You can protect the most delicate parts of food with pieces of aluminium foil. Important: The aluminium foil must not come into contact with the oven cavity interior as this can cause electrical arcing.

5. Thick portions of food should be

turned several times.

6. Distribute the frozen food as evenly

as possible since narrow and thin portions defrost more quickly than the thicker and broader parts.

7. Fat-rich foods such as butter, cream

cheese and cream should not be completely defrosted. If they are kept at room temperature they will be ready to be served in a few minutes. With ultra-frozen cream, if you find small pieces of ice in it, you should mix these in before serving.

8. Place poultry on an upturned plate

so that the meat juices can run off more easily.

9. Bread should be wrapped in a

napkin so that it does not become too dry.

10. Turn the food in regular intervals.

11. Remove frozen food from its

wrapping and do not forget to take off any metal twist-tags. For containers that are used to keep frozen food in the freezer and which can also be used for heating and cooking, all you need to do is take off the lid. For all other cases you should put the food into containers that are suitable for microwave use.

12. The liquid resulting from defrosting,

principally that from poultry, should be discarded. In no event should such liquids be allowed to come into contact with other foods.

13. Do not forget that by using the

defrosting function you need to allow for standing time until the food is completely defrosted.

13. COOKING WITH THE MICROWAVE OVEN

Warning! Read the section Microwave Safety before cooking with your

microwave. Follow these recommendations when cooking with your microwave:

1. Before heating or cooking foods

with peel or skin (e.g. apples, tomatoes, potatoes, sausages) prick them so that they do not burst. Cut the food up before starting to prepare it.

2. Before using a container or dish

make sure that it is suitable for microwave use (see the section on types of ovenware).

3. When cooking food with very little

moisture (e.g. defrosting bread, making popcorn, etc.) evaporation is very quick. The oven then works as if it was empty and the food may burn. The oven and the container may

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be damaged in such a situation. You should therefore set just the cooking time necessary and you must keep a close eye on the cooking process.

4. It is not possible to heat large

quantities of oil (frying) in the microwave.

5. Remove pre-cooked food from

the containers they come in since these are not always heat

8. When heating or cooking foods,

check that they reach at least a temperature of 70°C.

9. During cooking, steam may form

on the oven door window and may start to drip. This situation is normal and may be more noticeable if the room

temperature is low. The oven’s

safe working is not affected by this. After you have finished cooking, clean up the water coming from the condensation.

10. When heating liquids, use

containers with a wide opening, so that the steam can evaporate easily.

11. Prepare the foods as per the

instructions and keep in mind the cooking times and power levels indicated in the tables.

12. Keep in mind that the figures

given are only indicative and can vary depending on the initial state, temperature, moisture and type of food. It is advisable to adjust the times and power levels to each situation. Depending on the exact characteristics of the food you may need to increase or shorten the cooking times or increase or decrease the power levels.

resistant. Follow the food manufacturer’s instructions.

6. If you have several containers,

such as cups, for example, set them out uniformly on the turntable plate.

7. Do not close plastic bags with

metal clips. Use plastic clips instead. Prick the bags several times so that the steam can escape easily.

Cooking with microwaves...

1. The greater the amount of food,

the longer the cooking time. Keep in mind that:

2. Double the quantity » double the

time

3. Half the quantity » half the time

4. The lower the temperature, the

longer the cooking time.

5. Foods containing a lot of liquid

heat up more quickly.

6. Cooking will be more uniform if

the food is evenly distributed on the turntable. If you put dense foods on the outside part of the plate and less dense ones on the centre of the plate, you can heat up different types of food simultaneously.

7. You can open the oven door at

any time. When you do this the oven switches off automatically. The microwave will only start working again when you close the door and press the start key.

8. Foods that are covered require

less cooking time and retain their characteristics better.

9. The lids used must let

microwaves pass through and have small holes that allow steam to escape.

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Food

Quantity

(g)

Addition of

liquids

Power

(Watt)

Time

(min.)

Standing

Time

(min.)

Instructions

Cauliflower Broccoli Mushrooms

500 300 250

100ml

50ml 25ml

800 800 800

9-11

6-8 6-8

2-3 2-3 2-3

Cut into slices.

Keep covered

Turn once

Peas & carrots

Frozen carrots

300

250

100ml

25ml

800

7-9

8-10

2-3

Cut into chunks or

slices. Keep

covered

Turn once

Potatoes

250

25ml

800

5-7

2-3

Peel and cut into

equal sized

pieces. Keep

covered

Turn once

Paprika Leek

250 250

25ml 50ml

800 800

5-7 5-7

2-3 2-3

Cut into chunks or

slices Keep

covered

Turn once

Frozen Brussel sprouts

300

50ml

800

6-8

2-3

Keep covered

Turn once

Sauerkraut

250

25ml

800

8-10

2-3

Keep covered

Turn once

Food

Quantity

(g)

Power

(Watt)

Time (min.)

Standing

Time

(min.)

Instructions

Fish fillets

500

600

10-12

Cook covered over. Turn after half of cooking time.

Whole fish

800

800 400

2-3 7-9

2-3

Cook covered over. Turn after half of cooking time.

You may wish to cover up

the small edges of the

fish.

Tables and suggestions – Cooking vegetables

Tables and suggestions – Cooking fish

14. COOKING WITH THE GRILL

For good results with the grill, use the grid iron supplied with the oven. Fit the grid iron in such a way that it

doesn’t come into contact with the metal

surfaces of the oven cavity since if it does there is a danger of electric arcing which may damage the oven.

IMPORTANT POINTS:

1. When the microwave grill is used for

the first time there will be some smoke and a smell coming from the oils used during oven manufacture.

2. The oven door window becomes

very hot when the grill is working. Keep children away.

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Food

Quantity (g)

Time (min.)

Instructions

Fish

Bass Sardines/gurnard

800

6-8 fish.

18-24 15-20

Spread lightly with butter. After

half of cooking time turn and

spread with seasoning.

Meat

Sausages

6-8 units

22-26

Prick after half cooking time

and turn.

Frozen hamburgers

3 units

18-20

Prick after half cooking time.

Spare rib (approx. 3 cm thick)

400

25-30

Brush with oil. After half of

cooking time, baste and turn.

Others

Toast

4 units

1½-3

Watch toasting. Turn

Toasted sandwiches

2 units

5-10

Watch toasting.

3. When the grill is operating, the

cavity walls and the grid iron become very hot. You should use oven gloves.

4. If the grill is used for extended

period of time it is normal to find that the elements will switch themselves off temporarily due to the safety thermostat. Important! When food is to be

grilled or cooked in containers you

After you have finished cooking, clean the interior and the accessories so that cooking remains do not become

must check that the container in question is suitable for microwave use. See the section on types of ovenware!

6. When the grill is used it is possible

that some splashes of fat may go onto the elements and be burnt. This is a normal situation and does not mean there is any kind of operating fault.

encrusted.Tables and suggestions – Grill without microwave

Heat up the grill beforehand for 2 minutes. Unless indicated otherwise, use the grid iron. Place the grid on a bowl so that the water and the fat can drop. The times shown are merely indicative and can vary as a function of the composition and quantity of the food, as well as the final condition wished for. Fish and meat taste great if, before grilling, you brush them with vegetable oil, spices and herbs and leave to marinate for a few hours. Only add salt after grilling.

Tables and suggestions – Microwave + Grill

The microwave + grill function is ideal for cooking quickly and, at the same time, browning foods. Furthermore, you can also grill and cook cheese covered food.

Sausages will not burst if you prick them with a fork before grilling. After half the grilling time has passed, check on how the cooking is going and, if necessary, turn the food over or brush it with some oil. The grill is especially suitable for cooking thin portions of meat and fish. Thin portions of meat only need to be turned once, but thicker portions should be turned several times. In the case of fish, you should join the two ends, putting the tail in its mouth, and then put the fish on the grid iron.

The microwave and the grill work simultaneously. The microwave cooks and the grill toasts.

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Food

Quantity (g)

Dish

Power

(Watt)

Time (min.)

Standing

time (min.)

Cheese topped pasta

500

Low dish

400

12-17

3-5

Cheese topped potatoes

800

Low dish

600

20-22

3-5

Lasagne

approx. 800

Low dish

600

15-20

3-5

Grilled cream cheese

approx. 500

Low dish

400

18-20

3-5

2 fresh chicken legs (grilled)

200 each

Low dish

400

10-15

3-5

Chicken

approx.

1000

Low and wide

dish

400

35-40

3-5

Cheese topped onion soup

2 x 200 g cups

Soup bowls

400

2-4

3-5

Food

Quantity

(g)

Power

(W)

Temperature

ºC

Time

(Min.)

Standing time

(min.)

Roast beef

1000-1500

400

200

30-40

Pork loin / Cutlet or bones Pork roast

800-1000

200

180-190

50-60

Whole chicken

1000/1200

400

200

30-40

Half chicken

500-1000

400

200

25-35

Roast loin of veal

1500/2000

200

180

60-65

Beef topside

1500-1800

200

80-90

Before using a dish in the microwave oven make sure that it is suitable for microwave use. Only use dishes or containers that are suitable for microwave use. The dish to be used in the combined function must be suitable for microwave and grill use. See the section on types of ovenware! Keep in mind that the figures given are merely indicative and can vary as a function of the initial state,

15. ROASTING AND BAKING

15.1. Table and advices – Preparing meat and cake

Microwave

temperature, moisture and type of food. If the time is not enough to brown the food well, put it under the grill for another 5 or 10 minutes. Please follow the standing times and don’t forget to turn the meat pieces. Unless indicated to the contrary, use the turntable plate for cooking. The values given in the tables are valid when the oven cavity is cold (it is not necessary to pre-heat the oven).

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Microwave / Baking

Pastry

Power

(W)

Temperature

ºC

Time

(Min.)

Standing

time (min.)

Instructions

Chocolate– cherry pie

200

5-10

Turntable, small grill, Springform, Ø 28 cm

Cheesecake with fruit

400

180

40-45

5-10

Turntable, small grill, Springform, Ø 28 cm

Apple pie

200

185

40-45

5-10

Turntable, small grill, Springform, Ø 28 cm

Cheese cake with streusel

400

180

40-50

5-10

Turntable, small grill, Springform, Ø 26 cm

Nuts cake

200

170

30-35

5-10

Turntable, Cake tin

Type

Container

Level

Temperature

Time (min.)

Walnut cake

Spring-form type tin

Turntable

170/180

30/35

Fruit tart

Spring-form type tin

Ø 28 cm

Turntable,

small round

grille

150/160

35/45

Ring cake

Spring-form type tin

Turntable

170/190

30/45

Piquant cakes e.g. Pizza made with potatoes

Runde Glasform

Turntable,

small round

grille

160/180

50/70

Sponge cake

Spring-form type tin

Ø 26 cm

Turntable,

small round

grille

160/170

40/45

Jelly roll

Glass griddle

110

35/45

Cherry pie

Glass griddle

170/180

35/45

Advice to roast - bake

Turn the pieces of meat halfway through the cooking time. When the roasted meat is ready you should let it stand for 20 minutes in the oven with this switched off and closed. This will ensure the juices in the meat are well distributed. The roasting temperature and time required depends on the type and amount of meat being cooked. If the weight of the meat to be roasted does not appear on the table choose

Table and advices – baking

the settings for the weight immediately below and extend the cooking times.

Advice on ovenware

Check that the ovenware fits inside the oven. Hot glass containers should be put on a dry kitchen cloth. If such containers are put on a cold or wet surface the glass may crack and break. Use oven gloves to take the ovenware out of the oven.

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Advice on cake baking ware

The most commonly used type of baking ware is black metal tins. If you are also going to use the microwave, use glass, ceramic or plastic baking ware. These must be able to withstand

temperatures up to 250ºC. If you use

these types of baking ware the cakes are not browned as much.

Advice on how to bake cakes

Different amounts and types of pastry require different temperatures and baking times. Try low settings first of all and then, if necessary, use higher temperatures next time. A lower temperature will result in more uniform baking. Always put the cake tray in the centre of the turntable.

Baking suggestions

How to check if the cake is properly cooked Start sticking a tooth pick in the highest part of the cake 10 minutes before the end of the baking time. When no dough sticks to the tooth pick the cake is ready. If the cake is very dark on the outside Next time choose a lower temperature and let the cake bake for a longer time.

If the cake is very dry Make small holes in the cake with a tooth pick after baking has finished. Then sprinkle the cake with some fruit juice or alcoholic drink. Next time

increase the temperature by about 10º

and reduce the baking time. If the cake does not come free when turned Let the cake cool down for 5 to 10 minutes after baking and it will come out of the tin more easily. If the cake still does not come free run a knife carefully around the edges. Next time grease the cake tin well.

Advice on saving energy

When you are making more than one cake, it is advisable to bake them in the oven one after the other when the oven is still hot. This lets you reduce the baking time for the second and later cakes. It is preferable to use dark coloured baking ware - painted or enamelled black – since such baking tins absorb heat better. When dealing with long baking times, you can switch the oven off 10 minutes before the end of the time and make use of the residual heat to complete the baking.

16. WHAT KIND OF OVENWARE CAN BE USED?

16.1. Microwave function

For the microwave function, keep in mind that microwaves are reflected by metal surfaces. Glass, china, clay, plastic, and paper let microwaves pass. For this reason, metal pans and dishes or containers with metal parts or decorations cannot be used in the microwave. Glass ware and clay with metallic decoration or content (e.g.

lead crystal) cannot be used in microwave ovens. The ideal materials for use in microwave ovens are glass, refractory china or clay, or heat resistant plastic. Very thin, fragile glass or china should only be used for short period of times (e.g. heating). Hot food transmits heat to the dishes which can become very hot. You should, therefore, always use an oven glove!

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How to test ovenware you want to use

Put the item you want to use in the oven for 20 seconds at maximum microwave power. After that time, if it is cold and just slightly warm, it is suitable to use. However, if it heats up a lot or causes electric arcing it is not suitable for microwave use. WARNING! If microwave is used, please make sure there are no inappropriate objects inside of the oven.

16.2. Grill and Hot-Air Functions

In the combined functions, the ovenware used must be suitable for use in both the microwave and the grill.

16.3. Combined Functions

In the combined functions, the ovenware used must be suitable for use in both the microwave and the grill.

16.4. Aluminium containers and

foil

Pre-cooked food in aluminium containers or in aluminium foil can be put in the microwave if the following aspects are respected:

Keep in mind the manufacturer’s

recommendations written on the packaging. The aluminium containers cannot be more than 3 cm high or come in

contact with the cavity walls (minimum distance 3 cm). Any aluminium lid or top must be removed. Put the aluminium container directly on top of the turntable plate. If you use the grid iron, put the container on a china plate. Never put the container directly on the grid iron! The cooking time is longer because the microwaves only enter the food from the top. If you have any doubts, it is best to use only dishes suitable for microwave use. Aluminium foil can be used to reflect microwaves during the defrosting process. Delicate food, such as poultry or minced meat, can be protected from excessive heat by covering the respective extremities/edges. Important: aluminium foil cannot come into contact with the cavity walls since this may cause electrical arcing.

16.5. Lids

We recommend you use glass or plastic lids or cling film since:  This will stop excessive evaporation

(mainly during very long cooking times);

 The cooking times are shorter;  The food does not become dry;  The aroma is preserved.

The lid should have holes or openings so that no pressure develops. Plastic bags must also be opened. Baby feeding bottles or jars with baby food and similar containers can only be heated without their tops / lids otherwise they can burst.

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Operating mode

Type of ovenware

Microwave

Grill and

hot-air

function

Combined

functions

Defrosting /

heating

Cooking

Glass and china 1) Home use, not flame resistant, can be used in dish washer.

yes

Glazed china Flame resistant glass and china

yes

China, stone ware 2) Unglazed or glazed without metallic decorations

yes

Clay dishes 2) Glazed Unglazed

yes

no no

Plastic dishes 2) Heat resistant to 100°C Heat resistant to 250°C

yes yes

yes

no no

Plastic films 3) Plastic film for food Cellophane

yes

no no

Paper, cardboard, parchment 4)

Yes

Metal Aluminium foil Aluminium wrappings 5) Accesories (Rectangular Rack, Rectangular Glass Tray)

yes

no no

yes

yes yes yes yes

no yes yes yes

16.6. Table of Ovenware

The table below gives you a general idea of what type of ovenware is suitable for each situation.

 Without any gold or silver leaf

edging; no lead crystal.

 Keep the manufacturer’s

instructions in mind!

 Do not use metal clips for closing

bags. Make holes in the bags. Use

 Do not use paper plates.  Only shallow aluminium containers

without lids/tops. The aluminium cannot come into contact with the cavity walls. Oven Cleaning and Maintenance.

the films only to cover the food.

17. OVEN CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning is the only maintenance normally required. Warning! Your microwave oven should be cleaned regularly, with all food remains being removed. If the microwave is not kept clean its surfaces may deteriorate, reducing the

oven’s working life and possibly

resulting in a dangerous situation.

Warning! Cleaning should be done with the oven power switched off. Take the plug out of the socket or switch off the oven’s power circuit. Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning products, scourers that scratch surfaces or sharp objects, since stains may appear.

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Do not use high pressure or stream jet cleaning appliances.

17.1. Front Surface

Normally you just need to clean the oven with a damp cloth. If it is very dirty, add a few drops of dishwashing liquid to the cleaning water. Afterwards, wipe the oven with a dry cloth. In an oven with an aluminium front, use a glass cleaning product and a soft cloth that does not release any fibres or threads. Wipe from side to side without exerting any pressure on the surface. Immediately remove lime, fat, starch or egg white stains. Corrosion can occur under these stains. Do not let any water get inside the oven.

17.2. Oven interior

After each time the oven is used, clean the inside walls with a damp cloth since this is the easiest way to remove splashes or spots of food that may have stuck to the inside. To remove dirt that is harder to shift, use a non-aggressive cleaning product. Do not use oven sprays or other aggressive or abrasive cleaning products. Always keep the door and the oven front very clean to ensure that the door opens and closes properly. Make sure water does not enter the microwave ventilation holes. Regularly take out the turntable plate and the respective support and clean the cavity base, especially after any liquid spillage. Do not switch on the oven without the turntable and the respective support being in place. If the oven cavity is very dirty, put a glass of water on the turntable and switch on the microwave oven for 2 or 3 minutes at maximum power. The steam released will soften the dirt

which can then be cleaned easily using a soft cloth. Unpleasant odours (e.g. after cooking fish) can be eliminated easily. Put a few drops of lemon juice in a cup with water. Put a spoonful of coffee in the cup to avoid the water boiling over. Heat the water for 2 to 3 minutes at maximum microwave power.

17.3. Oven ceiling

If the oven ceiling is dirty, the grill can be lowered to make cleaning easier. To avoid the danger of burning, wait until the grill is cold before lowering it. Proceed as follows:

1. Turn the grill support by 180º (1).

2. Lower the grill gently (2). Do not

use excessive force as this may cause damage.

3. After cleaning the ceiling, put the grill (2) back in its place, carrying out the previous operation.

IMPORTANT WARNING: The grill heating element support (1) may fall when it is rotated. If this happens, insert the grill heating element support (1) into the slot in the ceiling of the

cavity and rotate it 90º to the grill

heating element support (2) position. The mica cover (3) located in the ceiling must always be kept clean. Any food remains that collect on the mica cover can cause damage or provoke sparks.

Do not use abrasive cleaning products or sharp objects. To avoid any risk, do not remove the mica cover. The glass lamp cover (4) is located on the oven ceiling and can be removed easily for cleaning. For this you just need to unscrew it and clean it with water and dishwashing liquid.

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Accessories Clean the accessories after each use. If they are very dirty, soak them first of all and then use a brush and sponge. The accessories can be washed in a dish washing machine. Make sure that the turntable plate and the respective support are always clean. Do not switch on the oven

unless the turntable and the respective support are in place.

18. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF THE OVEN DOESN’T WORK?

WARNING! Any type of repair must only be done by a specialised technician. Any repair done by a person not authorised by the

manufacturer is dangerous. You do not need to contact Technical Assistance to resolve the following questions:



The display is not showing! Check if:  The time indication has been

switched off (see section on Basic

Settings).

Nothing happens when I press the



keys! Check if:  The Safety Block is active (see

section on Basic Settings).



The oven does not work! Check if:  The plug is correctly fitted in the

socket.

 The oven’s power is switched on.  The door is completely closed. The

door should close with an audible

click.

 There are any foreign bodies

between the door and the cavity

front.

When the oven is operating I can



hear some strange noises! Check if:  There is any electrical arcing inside

the oven caused by foreign metallic

objects (see section on type of

ovenware).

 The ovenware is touching the oven

walls.

 There are any loose items of

cutlery or cooking tools inside the oven.



The food doesn’t heat up or heats

very slowly! Check if:  You have inadvertently used metal

ovenware.

 You have selected the correct

operating times and power level.

 The food you have put inside the

oven is a larger amount or colder than you usually put in.

The food is too hot, dried out or



burnt!  Check if you selected the correct

operating time and power level.



I hear some noises after the cooking process is finished!  This is not a problem. The cooling

fan keeps on working for some time. When the temperature has dropped sufficiently, the fan will switch itself off.



The oven switches on but the interior light does not go on!  If all the functions work properly it

is probable that the lamp has blown. You can keep on using the oven.

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AC Voltage

(see rating plate)

Power required

3300 W

Grill power

1500 W

Microwave output power

1000 W

Microwave frequency

2450 MHz

Exterior dimensions (WHD)

595  455  472 mm

Interior dimensions (WHD)

420  210  390 mm

Oven capacity

38 ltr

Weight

32 kg

18.1. Substitution of light bulb

To substitute the light bulb, proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect the oven from the

power supply. Take the plug out of

the socket or switch off the oven’s

power circuit.

2. Unscrew and remove the glass

light cover (1).

light bulb surface directly with your fingers because you may damage the bulb. Follow the lamp manufacturer’s instructions.

5. Screw the glass light cover into

place (1).

6. Connect the oven again to the

power supply.

3. Remove the halogen light bulb (2).

Warning! The bulb may be very hot.

4. Fit a new G4/12V/10-20W halogen

bulb. Warning! Do not touch the

19. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

19.1. Specifications

20. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

20.1. Before installation

Check that the input voltage indicated on the rating plate is the same as the voltage of the power outlet you are going to use. The rating plate is located on the front part of the cavity and it is only visible after opening the door.

If required by the National Electrical Code (or Canadian Electrical Code), this appliance must be installed on a separate branch circuit.

Installer – show the owner the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.

Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.

Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Installation, electrical connections and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.

Open the oven door and the accessories and remove the packing material.

Do not remove the mica cover on the ceiling of the interior! This cover stops

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fat and pieces of food damaging the microwave generator.

Warning! The front surface of the oven may be wrapped with a

protective film. Before using the oven for the first time, carefully remove this film, starting on the inside.

Make sure that the oven is not damaged in any way. Check that the oven door closes correctly and that the interior of the door and the front of the oven opening are not damaged. If you find any damage contact the Technical Assistance Service.

DO NOT USE THE OVEN if the metal conduit is damaged, if the oven does not function correctly or if it has been damaged or dropped. Contact the Technical Assistance Service.

Place the oven on a flat and stable surface. The oven must not be put close to any sources of heat, radios or televisions.

20.2. Electrical supply

Before installing the oven have a qualified electrician verify that your home is provided with adequate electrical service and that the addition of the oven will not overload the branch circuit on which it is to be installed.

A separate three-wire or four-wire single phase, 240 Volt, 60 Hz,

For hook-up of the oven you will need to have an approved junction box installed where it will be easily reached through the front of the cabinet where the oven will be located. The oven has 3 feet of conduit.

Allow two to three feet of slack in the line so that the oven can be moved if servicing is ever necessary.

DO NOT shorten the flexible conduit.

20.3. Wiring requirements

When making the wire connections, use the entire length of the conduit

provided (3 feet). The conduit must not be cut.

Before making connections make sure the power is off and read and observe the following:

1. A separate three-wire or fourwire, single phase, 240 Volt, 60 Hz branch circuit is required for the oven.

2. The oven must be connected with Copper or Aluminum wire.

3. In the United States:

Wiring must conform to the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 7 latest edition. You can obtain a copy of the National Electrical Code by writing to: National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269

In Canada:

Wiring must conform to Cana dian Electrical Code C22.1- latest edition. You can obtain a copy of the Canadian Electrical Code by writing to: Canadian Standards Association 178 Rexdale Boulevard Rexdale (Toronto), Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3

4. Wire size (Copper or Aluminum wire) and connections must be suitable for the rating of the appliance as per the National Electrical Code requirements. The flexible armoured cable extending from the oven should be connected directly to the junction box.

5. The junction box should be located so as to allow as much slack as possible between the junction box and the oven so it can be moved if servicing is ever required.

6. A U.L. listed conduit connector must be provided at each end of the power supply cable.

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20.4. Electrical connections

Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician or an authorized repair service.

This appliance is manufactured with a green GROUND wire connected to the oven chassis. After making sure that the power has been turned off, connect the flexible conduit from the oven to the junction box using a U.L. listed conduit connector. The figures and the instructions provided below present the most common way of connecting the ovens.

Your local codes and ordinances, of course, take precedence over these instructions.

WARNING Risk of Electric Shock,

frame grounded to neutral of appliance through a link.

Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for new branchcircuit installations (1996 NEC); mobile homes; and recreational vehicles, or in an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. For installations where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited:

 Disconnect the ground from the

neutral at free end of conduit;

 Use grounding terminal or lead to

ground unit; and

 Connect neutral terminal or lead to

branch circuit neutral in usual manner.

 If local codes permit, connect

the green GROUND wire from the oven and the white wire from the oven to the branch circuit NEUTRAL wire (gray or white colored wire).

Connect the red and black leads from the oven to the corresponding leads in the junction box.

20.6. 4-Wire branch circuit (for

US and CANADA)

Refer to the following Figure:

 Disconnect ground from neutral at

free end of conduit.

 Connect the green GROUND wire

from the oven to the GROUND wire in the junction box (bare or green colored wire).

Connect the red and black leads from the oven to the corresponding leads in the junction box.

20.5. 3-Wire branch circuit (for

US only)

Refer to the following Figure, where local codes allow the connection of GROUND wire from the oven to the branch circuit NEUTRAL wire (gray or white colored wire):

20.7. After installation

The oven only functions when the door is closed correctly.

After the first use, clean the inside of the oven and the accessories, following the cleaning instructions

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given in the section Oven cleaning and maintenance.

Fit the Turntable support in the center of the oven cavity and put the Turntable ring and the Turntable plate on top, making sure they slot in. Whenever you use the microwave, the turntable plate and the respective accessories must be inside and correctly fitted. The turntable plate can rotate in both directions.

21. INSTALLATION

 Push oven completely into the

cabinet and centre it.

 Open microwave door and

fasten the appliance to the cabinet using the four screws provided. Insert the screws through the front holes.

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