Bosch HMB405, HMB406, HMB402 User Manual
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.
Household Appliances
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
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
.
Bosch
5551 McFadden Avenue
Always include the model number and serial number with all
communications.
Sincerely,
Bosch Application Lab
Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual
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
Contents
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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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Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
Microwave Safety
(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.
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 T ray
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 ST ART.
(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.
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 T ray
in their proper positions.
3. Only use the Glass T ray specifically designed for
this oven. Do not substitute any other glass tray.
4. If the Glass T ray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
5. DO NOT cook directly on the Glass T ray. 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 T ray can turn in
either direction.
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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:
Microwave Safety
!
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 POS SI BLE E XPOS UR E TO EXCESSIVE M ICROWAVE 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 cont ainer to stand
10. A void using corrosive vapors, such as sulfide and
11. Liquids heated in certain shaped containers (es-
12. Some products such as whole eggs, narrow-nec k
13. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
in the microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
(d) Use extreme care when inserting a utensil
into the hot liquid.
chloride.
pecially 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.
bottles, sealed containers and closed glass jars
may explode and should not be heated in this
oven.
(a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend ap-
pliance if paper, plastic or other combustible
materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plas-
tic 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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Important Safety Instructions
Please read all instructions before using this appliance.
General Microwave Use
1. DO NOT operate the oven while empty. The mi-
crowave 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 ma-
terials 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 HOLDE RS 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 T ray. T he
Glass T ray 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.
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-holders 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.
• Be sure the oven is properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician.
• Children and pets should not be left alone or un-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
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Microwave Oven Parts Identification
Microwave Oven Parts Description
1
23
4
Personal
Choice
Quick
Defrost
Timer
Cook
8
6
7
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
Popcorn Reheat
Auto
Smart
Defrost
Sensor
Cook
Clock
Time
Power
Auto
Level
123
456
789
-
0+
Stop
Plus
Start
Clear
Time
5
Microwave Specifications
AC Line Voltage 120V, 60Hz
AC Power Required 13 AMPS
Microwave Wattage Output 1100 watts (IE C Test Procedure*)
Operating Frequency 2450 MHz
7
Outside Dimensions (WxDxH) 23
Oven Cavity Dimensions
(WxDxH)
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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/8" x 1913/16" x 139/16"
1717/32" x 1821/32" x 107/8"
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