Bosch 9000002506A User Manual

Household Appliances

Built-in Microwave Oven

Use and Care Manual

For Models: HMB402, HMB405, HMB406

PLEASE READ ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING

IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use.

INSTALLER: Please leave these Installation Instructions with this unit for the owner.

OWNER: Please retain these instructions for future reference.

A Special Message

to Our Customers

Thank you for buying a Bosch built-in microwave oven. We recommend that you take the time to read this entire booklet before using your new appliance.

We hope that the information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your oven for years of satisfaction.

Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Phone us at 1-800-828-9165 or reach us through our website at www.bosch-usa.com.

You may write to us at:

Customer Support Call Center

Bosch

5551 McFadden Avenue

Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Always include the model number and serial number with all communications.

Sincerely,

Bosch Application Lab

Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual
Contents
Microwave Registration and Safety Instructions....................................................		2–5
Microwave Oven Registration ..................................................................................................		2
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy		...................3
Microwave Safety Instructions .................................................................................................		3
Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................		4–5
Microwave Oven Parts Identification and Specifications ..........................................		6
Control Panel Quick Reference .........................................................................................		7
Cooking in the Microwave Oven........................................................................................		8
Cookware Guide and Cooking Tips ..................................................................................		9
Utensils Recommended for Microwave .................................................................................		9
Covering Foods During Cooking .............................................................................................		9
Microwave Accessories .............................................................................................................		9
Not Recommended for Microwave Oven ..............................................................................		9
Tips for Cooking in the Microwave ..........................................................................................		9
Using Your Microwave Oven ......................................................................................		10–17
Before Operating ......................................................................................................................		10
Setting the Clock ......................................................................................................................		10
Child Lock...................................................................................................................................		10
Using the Timer .........................................................................................................................		10
Timed Cooking ..........................................................................................................................		11
Manual Defrost ..........................................................................................................................		11
Popcorn .......................................................................................................................................		11
Power Level Recommendations............................................................................................		12
Smart Sensor Recommendations .........................................................................................		13
Auto Cook ..................................................................................................................................		14
Reheat .........................................................................................................................................		14
Personal Choice Features ......................................................................................................		15
Defrosting ...................................................................................................................................		16
Quick Defrost.............................................................................................................................		16
Auto Defrost ...............................................................................................................................		16
Multi-Stage Cooking ................................................................................................................		17
Cooking Tips...................................................................................................................		18–19
Meat .............................................................................................................................................		18
Poultry ..........................................................................................................................................		18
Fish ...............................................................................................................................................		19
Trouble Shooting: Questions and Answers ...........................................................		20–22
Oven Operations ......................................................................................................................		20
Cooking Food ............................................................................................................................		21
Before Calling for Service ......................................................................................................		22
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency
Interference Statement (USA only) ......................................................................................		22
Care of Your Microwave Oven ..........................................................................................		23
How to Obtain Service ............................................................................................................		24
Bosch Built-In Microwave Oven Warranty .........................................................................		24
Service Data Record ...............................................................................................................		24
Microwave Oven Quick Guide ........................................................................	Back Cover

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Microwave Registration

Microwave Oven Registration

YOUR MICROWAVE

OVEN MUST BE REGISTERED

It is a Federal requirement that records be maintained on the location of all microwave ovens.

Therefore, please:

1.Fill in the registration card and mail it to us. (The registration card is packed with this manual in the plastic bag.)

2.If you are not the original purchaser of this appliance or if the card is missing, please establish your ownership by writing to us at:

Bosch

Microwave Registration 5551 McFadden Avenue

Huntington Beach, CA 92649

3.When writing to us about your oven, please be sure to include the model and serial number.

Microwave Identification Plate

Copy the model and serial number from the microwave identification plate (see Page 6). Keep your invoice for warranty validation. Fill in the information below as a handy reference.


Dealer’s Name	Service Center	Model Number / Date of Purchase

Dealer’s Telephone Number	Service Center’s Telephone Number	Serial Number

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Microwave Safety

! 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 interIocks.

(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.

(c)Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close 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 anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Microwave Safety Instructions

Glass Tray

1.DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place.

2.DO NOT operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press START.

3.Only use the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute any other glass tray.

4.If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.

5.DO NOT cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave-safe dish or on a rack set in a microwave-safe dish.

6.If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches the oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction. This is normal: the Glass Tray can turn in either direction.

Roller Ring

1.The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.

2.Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with Glass Tray.

3.Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions.

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Microwave Safety

! Important Safety Instructions

Your microwave oven is a cooking device and you should use it with as much care as you use with a range or any other cooking device. When using this electric appliance, 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, observe the following:

1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS

TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,“ found on Page 3.

3.This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “Grounding Instructions” found in Installation Instructions.

4.Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the Installation Instructions.

5.Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance.

6.Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use corrosive chemicals, vapors, or nonfood products in this appliance. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat or cook. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiator leaks.

7.When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together upon closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

8.Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely supervised by an adult.

9.Liquids that are superheated beyond boiling can erupt or splash when moved or stirred. To avoid this and to reduce the risk of injury:

(a)Do not overheat the liquid.

(b)Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating.

(c)After heating, allow the container to stand

in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

(d)Use extreme care when inserting a utensil into the hot liquid.

10.Avoid using corrosive vapors, such as sulfide and chloride.

11.Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (especially cylindrical-shaped containers) may become overheated. The liquid may splash out with a loud noise during or after heating or when adding ingredients (instant coffee, etc.), resulting in harm to the oven and possible injury. For best results in all containers, stir the liquid several times before heating. Always stir liquid several times between reheating.

12.Some products such as whole eggs, narrow-neck bottles, sealed containers and closed glass jars may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

13.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

(a)Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance if paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

(b)Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

(c)If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

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Microwave Safety

! Important Safety Instructions

Please read all instructions before using this appliance.

General Microwave Use

1.DO NOT operate the oven while empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven, causing overheating if food or water is not present to absorb energy. This could damage the oven and result in a risk of fire.

2.DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in oven, or use newspapers or paper bags for cooking. Fire could result.

3.DO NOT use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks and result in fires when used.

4.DO NOT hit or strike control panel. Damage to controls may occur. Fire could result.

5.POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the cooking container to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can be very HOT after removing cooking container from oven.

6.DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven. These could be fire hazards.

General Appliance Safety

•Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.

•Be sure the oven is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.

•Children and pets should not be left alone or un-

attended in the area where the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

•Never use the oven to warm or heat a room. Such use can damage the oven parts.

•For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using this appliance. Tie long hair so that it doesn't hang loose.

•Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to an authorized servicer.

•Do not store flammable materials in or near the oven.

•Do not use water on a grease fire. Smother fire or flame or use a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

•Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp pot-hold- ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let a potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

•In the event that personal clothing or haircatches fire, DROP AND ROLL IMMEDIATELY to extinguish flames.

•As a precaution, it is highly recommended that a fire extinguisher be readily available and highly visible next to any cooking appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

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Microwave Oven Parts Description

Microwave Oven Parts Identification

1 2 3 4

Personal	Popcorn	Reheat
Choice			5
Quick	Auto	Smart
Defrost	Defrost	Sensor
Timer	Clock	Cook
		Time
Auto		Power
Cook		Level
1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
-	0	+
Plus	Start	Stop
Time		Clear

1.Cooking Guide:

Popcorn, Smart Sensor, Reheat, Auto Cook, Auto Defrost, Quick Defrost

2.Glass Tray

3.Internal Air Vents

4.External Air Vents

5.Control Panel

6.Microwave Identification Plate and Serial Number

7.Door Safety Lock System

8.Roller Ring

Microwave Specifications

AC Line Voltage	120V, 60Hz
AC Power Required	13 AMPS
Microwave Wattage Output	1100 watts (IEC Test Procedure*)
Operating Frequency	2450 MHz
Outside Dimensions (WxDxH)	237/8" x 1913/16" x 139/16"
Oven Cavity Dimensions (WxDxH)	1717/32" x 1821/32" x 107/8"
Oven Capacity	2.1 Cu. Ft.
Cooking Uniformity	Turntable system

*The International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) standardized method for measuring output wattage.

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