Bosch HMCP0252UC Instruction Manual

Built-In Convection Microwave Oven (Speed Oven)

Use and Care Manual

800 SERIES

HMCP0252UC

Table of Contents
Safety Definitions ..........................................................	3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................	4
9 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY ..........................	4
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................	5
TV / Radio Interference .......................................................	5
Intended Use .........................................................................	5
Child Safety ...........................................................................	5
Cleaning Safety .....................................................................	5
Cooking Safety ......................................................................	6
In Case of Fire ......................................................................	6
Liquids ....................................................................................	6
Cooking Items .......................................................................	7
Cooking Utensils ..................................................................	7
Metal Tray Turntable ...........................................................	7
Thermometers .......................................................................	7
Pacemakers ...........................................................................	8
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings ...................	8
Fan Motor Operation ...........................................................	8
Causes of damage .........................................................	9
Protecting the environment ..........................................	9
Tips for saving energy .........................................................	9
Getting to know the appliance ....................................	10
Parts .....................................................................................	10
Control panel ......................................................................	11
Accessories ........................................................................	12
Before using the appliance for the first time ............	13
Setting the clock ................................................................	13
Heating up the appliance ................................................	13
Cleaning accessories ......................................................	13
Microwave ....................................................................	14
Microwave utensil guide ..................................................	14
Microwave power levels ...................................................	14
Setting the microwave ......................................................	15
Suggestions for best results ...........................................	16
Convection ...................................................................	16
Cookware tips for Convection ........................................	16
Setting Convection mode ................................................	16
Setting the Oven Timer ....................................................	17
Broil ..............................................................................	18
Setting Broil mode ............................................................	18
Automatic programs ...................................................	18
Speed Chef .........................................................................	18
Auto Defrost .......................................................................	20
Frozen Foods .....................................................................	21
Pizza .....................................................................................	21
Popcorn ...............................................................................	22
Beverage .............................................................................	23

Sensor cooking ...........................................................	23
Sensor Reheat ...................................................................	23
Sensor Cook ......................................................................	24
More Modes .................................................................	25
Setting Keep Warm ...........................................................	25
Setting Convection Broil ..................................................	26
Setting Melt Butter ............................................................	26
Setting Melt Chocolate .....................................................	26
Setting Soften Ice Cream ................................................	26
Setting Soften Cream Cheese ........................................	26
Cancel operation ...............................................................	27
Kitchen timer ...............................................................	27
Setting the kitchen timer ..................................................	27
Panel Lock ...................................................................	27
Automatic Shutoff .......................................................	27
Basic settings ..............................................................	28
Changing the basic settings ...........................................	28
Cooking Charts ...........................................................	28
Broil ......................................................................................	28
Convection Broil ................................................................	29
Convection ........................................................................	29
Cooking eggs in your microwave ..................................	29
Cooking vegetables in your microwave .......................	29
Cooking seafood in your microwave ............................	30
Cleaning and Maintenance .........................................	30
Cleaning Guide ..................................................................	30
Troubleshooting ..........................................................	31
Bosch® Support ...........................................................	32
Before Calling Service ......................................................	32
Data Plate ...........................................................................	32
Service ................................................................................	32
Parts and Accessories .....................................................	32
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ...	33
What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to .........	33
How Long the Warranty Lasts ........................................	33
Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy ................	33
Out of Warranty Product ..................................................	33
Warranty Exclusions .........................................................	33

Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at www.bosch-home.com and in the online shop

www.bosch-home.com/us/store

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Safety Definitions

9WARNING

This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.

9CAUTION

This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.

NOTICE: This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a result of non-compliance with this advisory.

Note: This alerts you to important information and/or tips.

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9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

9 PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(1)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.

(2)Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(3)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:

door (bent)

hinges and latches (broken or loosened)

door seals and sealing surfaces.

(4) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except authorized service personnel. Improper installation, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for guidance. Refer all servicing to a factory authorized servicer.

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.

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or shock may result causing property damage or personal injury.

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found in the Safety Instructions chapter.

This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet (see section on Electrical Installation - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in the Installation Manual of this appliance).

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 – can 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.

As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children (see CHILD SAFETY).

This appliance should be serviced only by authorized service personnel. Contact nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

Do not cover or block any vents or openings on the appliance.

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.

Suitable for plug-connected only:

(1)Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

(2)Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

(3)Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

(4)Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. See door surface cleaning instructions in chapter “Cleaning and Maintenance”.

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.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a safe pathway for electric current in the event of a short circuit.

The appliance must be connected to a grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

WARNING

Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

The models stated on the front cover are dual-rated, designed to be connected to either 208 or 240V AC, 60 Hz, four-wire or three-wire electrical system.

TV / Radio Interference

This appliance generates and uses ISM frequency energy. If not installed and used properly, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM equipment pursuant to part 18 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Turn the appliance on and off to determine if it causes interference. Try the following to correct the interference:

Clean door and sealing surface of the oven.

Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver.

Move the microwave oven away from the receiver.

Plug the microwave into a different outlet so that the oven and the receiver are on different branch circuits.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

Intended Use

This appliance is intended for normal family household use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.

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

Do not operate oven when room humidity is excessive.

This oven is suitable for use above both conventional built-in gas and electric ovens 36” (914 mm) or less wide.

Child Safety

Do not allow children to use this appliance. Failure to do so can result in burns or serious injury to children. Children and pets should not be left alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or not the appliance is in use.

When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.

Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on any part of an appliance, especially a door, warming drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage the appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially causing severe injury.

Cleaning Safety

When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps, or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth. See door surface cleaning instructions in chapter “Cleaning and Maintenance”.

Clean turntable roller rest and oven floor frequently to prevent excessive noise.

Allow the ceramic tray to cool before cleaning or placing in water.

WARNING

Be sure the entire appliance (including the light bulb) has cooled and grease has solidified before attempting to clean any part of the appliance.

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Cooking Safety

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

Do not leave oven unattended while in use.

Do not store flammable material next to or in the oven.

When flaming foods under the microwave, always turn the fan on.

Do not operate the oven while empty. This could damage the oven and result in a risk of fire.

Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables or nonfood products in or near this appliance. It is specifically designed for use when heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in injury.

Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven. Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking. Fire could result.

Do not use recycled paper products unless labeled safe for microwave use. They may contain impurities which may cause sparks and result in fires when used.

Always use potholders when removing items from the oven. The cooking container and the glass tray can be hot even if the oven is cool.

Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach through fire to turn it off.

Do not mount over sink.

Do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.

Oversized food or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in a microwave oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can burn off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.

Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.

Do not cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.

In Case of Fire

If materials inside an oven should ignite:

1.Keep door closed

2.Turn appliance off

3.Unplug the appliance or shut off at fuse or circuit breaker

Liquids

Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea could be overheated. They can be heated beyond the boiling point without appearing to boil. For example, 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 IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

When heating liquids, always place a glass rod/spoon in the container. This will prevent delayed boiling.

CAUTION

Metal e.g. a spoon in a glass must be kept at least 1 in (25 mm) from the oven walls and the inside of the door. Sparks could irreparably damage the glass on the inside of the door.

Take ready meals out of the packaging. They will heat up more quickly and evenly in microwaveable ovenware. The different components of the meal may not require the same amount of time to heat up.

Always cover the food. If you do not have a suitable cover for your container, use a plate or special microwave foil.

Stir or turn the food several times during cooking. Check the temperature.

After heating, allow the food to stand for a further 2 to 5 minutes so that it can achieve an even temperature.

Always use an oven cloth or oven gloves when removing plates from the oven.

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Cooking Items

Eggs: Do not cook or reheat whole eggs, with or without shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage the oven or cause injury. Reheating sliced hard-boiled eggs and cooking scrambled eggs is safe.

Popcorn: Use only popcorn in packages designed and labeled for microwave use, or pop it in a microwave oven corn popper. Follow popcorn manufacturers’ directions and use a brand suitable for the wattage of your oven. Do not continue to heat after popping has stopped. Popcorn will scorch or burn. Do not leave oven unattended.

CAUTION

When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, check package weight before using the popcorn function. Set the oven for the weight of the popcorn package. If these instructions are not followed, popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause fire.

Foods with nonporous skins: Potatoes, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before cooking to prevent them from exploding.

Baby food / Baby formula: Do not heat baby bottles or food in microwave oven. The glass jar or the surface of food may appear warm while the interior can burn the infant’s mouth and esophagus.

Deep fat frying: Do not deep fat fry in oven. Oil can be heated beyond ideal temperatures very quickly in a microwave oven. Temperatures can climb high enough for the cooking oils to reach their respective flash points and burst into flames. The heated oil may bubble and spatter causing possible damage to the oven and perhaps result in burns. Additionally, microwave–safe utensils may not be able to withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and could result in the utensil shattering, if it contains a slight imperfection, scratch or chip.

Home Canning / Drying foods / Small quantities of foods: Do not use microwave oven for home canning or heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build up and the jar may explode. In addition, the oven cannot maintain the food at the proper canning temperature. Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, burn or catch on fire.

Do not dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven.

Proper cooking depends on time set and weight of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended and cook at the time for the recommended portion, fire could result.

Browning dishes: Microwave browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only. Preheating times vary depending on the size of the browning dish and food being cooked. Always follow instructions provided by the browning dish or grill manufacturer. Do

not preheat browning dishes more than 6 minutes.

Oven roasting bags: If an oven bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to package directions. Do not use wire twist–ties to close bags, instead use nylon ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag. Make six ½" (12.7 mm) slits by closure. Place oven cooking bag in a dish slightly larger than the food being cooked.

Cooking Utensils

See also Microwave Utensil Guide.

Cooking utensils, the ceramic tray and racks get hot during microwaving. Always use potholders when removing items from the oven. Allow the ceramic tray and the metal racks (if used) to cool before handling.

Do not use metal utensils, or dishes with metallic trim in the oven.

When using aluminum foil in the oven, allow at least 1" (25.4 mm) of space between foil and interior oven walls or door.

The ceramic tray and the metal racks (if used) will get hot during cooking. The cooking container and the ceramic tray can be hot even if the oven is cool.

Never use paper, plastic, or other combustible materials that are not intended for cooking.

When cooking with paper, plastic, or other combustible materials, follow manufacturer’s recommendations on product use. Do not use paper towels which contain nylon or synthetic fibers. Heated synthetics could melt and cause paper to ignite.

Do not heat sealed containers or plastic bags in oven. Food or liquid could expand quickly and cause container or bag to break. Pierce or open container or bag before cooking.

Metal Tray Turntable

Do not operate the oven without the metal tray turntable in place.

Verify that the metal tray turntable is properly positioned and turning when the oven is in use. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result.

Only use the metal tray turntable designed for this oven. Do not substitute any other tray.

Always replace the metal tray in its proper position.

Thermometers

Do not use regular cooking thermometers in oven. Most cooking thermometers contain mercury and may cause electrical arc, malfunction, or damage to the oven.

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Pacemakers

CAUTION

To avoid pacemaker malfunction, consult physician or pacemaker manufacturer about effects of microwave energy on pacemaker.

State of California Proposition 65

Warnings

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Fan Motor Operation

After using the oven the fan motor can rotate to cool the electric components. This is perfectly normal, and you can take out the food from the oven while the fan operates.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Causes of damage

NOTICES:

Metal ­ e.g. a spoon in a glass ­ must be kept at least 1" (25 mm) from the oven walls and the inside of the door. Sparks could irreparably damage the glass on the inside of the door.

Water in the hot oven interior: Never pour water into the hot oven interior. Steam is produced. Damage to the enamel can arise due to the temperature change.

Do not leave moist groceries in a closed oven for an extended period of time. It can lead to corrosion inside the oven.

Fruit juice can leave stains in the oven. Always remove fruit juice immediately when safe to touch, and wipe up first with a damp and then a dry cloth.

Cooling with the appliance door open: only allow the oven cavity to cool when it is closed. Even if the appliance door is only open a little, front panels of adjacent units could be damaged over time.

Highly soiled door seal: the appliance door will no longer close properly during operation if the door seal is highly soiled. Adjoining furniture fronts may be damaged. Always keep the door seal clean.

Appliance door as a seat or storage surface: do not stand, sit or hang on the appliance door. Do not place any cookware or accessories on the appliance door.

Inserting accessories: depending on the appliance type, accessories can scratch the door pane when closing the appliance door. Always slide accessories fully into the oven interior.

Do not hold or carry the appliance by the door handle. The door handle cannot carry the weight of the device and could break off, or the hinges can be damaged.

Operating the microwave without food in the oven cavity may lead to overloading. Never run the microwave unless there is food in the oven cavity. An exception to this rule is a short ovenware test, see section ~ "Microwave utensil guide", or a Speed Chef mode that needs pre-heating.

Always set the microwave power as recommended for the food. High power settings can overheat foods very quickly.

The turntable may jump if overloaded.

Protecting the environment

Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.

Tips for saving energy

Open the appliance door as little as possible while cooking, baking or roasting.

Use dark, black-painted or enameled baking forms. These absorb the heat particularly well.

It is best to bake several cakes in succession. The oven is still warm. This shortens the baking time for the second cake. You can also slide in two loaf tins next to each other.

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Getting to know the appliance

Parts

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2Convection fan and element

3Rack holders (4)

4Door gasket

5Door hinges

6Ceramic microwave tray

7Metal tray turntable with bake element below

8Broil element

9Oven vents

Oven Vents

The oven vents are located around the sides of the oven cavity. Warm air may be released from the top and bottom vents before, during and after cooking. It is normal to see steam escaping from these vents, and condensation may collect in this area. This area may be warm when the oven is in use. Do not block any vents, since they are important for air circulation.

Cooling Fan

The cooling fan runs during all cooking modes. The fan can be heard when it is running, and warm air may be felt as it is released from the oven vents. The fan may also run after the oven is off.

Convection Fan

The convection fan operates during all convection modes. When the oven is operating in a convection mode, the fan turns off automatically when the door is opened.

Oven light

The oven light turns off to save energy after one minute with the door open. To turn the light back on, close the door and open it again.

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Control panel

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Touch keys

You can activate a function by briefly touching the corresponding touch key. Each time you touch a key a short beep will sound. A long beep will tell you that you have made an invalid input.

Touch key	Function
Panel Lock	Activate/deactivate child lock
Speed Chef	Select Speed Chef programs
Clock	Set time of day
Power Level	Set power level for microwave opera-
	tion
Settings	Enter basic settings menu
Clear/Off	Clear entered value/turn appliance off
Enter	Confirm entered values/Start cooking
	mode
Sensor Reheat	Select Sensor Reheat programs
Sensor Cook	Select Sensor Cook programs
Auto Defrost	Select Auto Defrost programs
Broil	Set Broil modes (Hi/Lo)
Convection	Set Convection mode
Frozen Foods	Start cooking programs for frozen con-
	venience foods
Popcorn	Cook popcorn
Pizza	Select pizza programs
Beverage	Heat beverages
More Modes	Enter menu for additional modes:

Keep Warm

Convection Broil

Melt Butter

Melt Chocolate

Soften Ice Cream

Soften Cream Cheese

+Amount Can be used to browse through menu

	options
Kitchen Timer	Set the kitchen timer
Oven Timer	Set the oven timer
Microwave	Add 30 seconds to microwave cook-
+30 sec	ing time
0 - 9	Use the number keys to enter custom-
	ized values

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The display shows the current settings of your appliance. It also displays relevant information that helps you operating your appliance correctly.

1	Status bar	Possible states:
			empty: input required
			filling up red: preheating
			full red: active oven mode
2	Time of day	Displayed during all operating
		modes
3	Oven mode	currently selected mode
4	Mode setting	oven mode settings, e.g.
			Temperature
			Power Level
			Weight
5	Timer setting	Kitchen timer or Oven timer
6	Information	Follow the instructions and tips
	area
7	Press enter	Confirmation with Enter key
		required

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Blinking display elements indicate that an input is required.

When you type in a value, e.g. a temperature or timer value, the numbers fill in from right to left, e.g. to enter the timer value 09:45 enter 9 4 5.

Accessories

Metal tray turntable

Food which particularly requires a lot of heat from underneath, such as

pizza and chicken nuggets, can be

prepared directly on the metal tray

turntable.

The turntable is dishwasher safe and cut resistant. You can cut pizza into

slices on the turntable itself.

Place the metal tray turntable on the drive in the center of the cooking compartment. Ensure that it is properly fitted.

Never use the microwave without the metal tray turntable.

The metal tray turntable can support max. 12 lbs.

The metal tray turntable must turn when using all types of heating.

Wire rack

The wire rack can be used with the recess facing up ½ or down ¾.

Use it facing down for Speed Chef, Convection, Keep Warm and to fit larger dishes into the oven cavity.

Use it facing up (as shown) for Broil and Convection Broil.

Ceramic tray

Use for microwave cooking.

You can place food, like a popcorn bag or potatoes, directly on the ceramic tray.

The ceramic tray can also be used for conventional cooking.

9CAUTION

The ceramic tray will get hot during convection cooking.

Place the ceramic tray on top of the metal tray turntable.

The ceramic tray can remain in the oven for all cooking modes, unless “Bake on Metal Tray” is required.

Broil pan and grid

(optional accessory)

Use for broiling and roasting.

Available from www.boschhome.com/us/store

Pan - PAN, BROILER, MINI

Part number 00666709

Grid - GRILL, BROILER, PAN, MINI

Part number 00666710

How to install the turntable

Place the turntable with the rollers "A" as shown in the picture, on the carrier "B" in the middle of the cooking compartment floor.

The turntable must sit straight on the carrier.

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Note: Do not use the appliance if the turntable is not in place. Confirm that all parts are properly seated and that the turntable rotates freely when the microwave is operated.

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Inserting the wire rack

1. Place rack securely in the four plastic supports.

Note: Rack must not touch metal walls or back of microwave.

2. Place food on the rack.

9CAUTION

Do not use the rack to pop popcorn.

The rack must be on the four plastic supports when used.

Do not cook with rack on the floor of the microwave oven.

For regular microwave cooking use the ceramic tray and remove the rack.

The rack can get hot during cooking. Allow the rack to cool down before handling.

When not in use, store the rack outside of the microwave in a cabinet.

Before using the appliance for the first time

Appliance must be properly installed by a qualified technician before use.

Remove all packing materials from inside and outside the oven.

While cool, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and dry.

There may be a slight odor from your new appliance; this is normal and will disappear after a short time.

Optimum cooking results depend on proper cookware being used.

Read and understand all safety precautions and Use and Care Manual information.

Execute the following sections prior to operating:

Setting the clock

Once the appliance has been properly connected,òñ:óó will be displayed as the time of day. To set the correct time proceed as follows:

1.Touch Clock.

2.Enter the correct time with the number keys. Example: To set the clock to 12:41 type in 1 2 4 1.

3.Touch Enter to confirm.

The clock will also be displayed when your appliance is turned off. Please refer to the chapter “Basic Settings” how to hide the clock.

Note: When a cooking mode is active, the time of day will be displayed at the top center of the display.

Heating up the appliance

To remove the new oven smell, heat up the appliance when it is empty and closed. One hour with Convection at 350° F (180 °C) is ideal. Ensure that no packaging remnants have been left in the oven cavity.

1.Touch Convection

2.Enter the numbers 3 5 0 with the number keys.

3.Touch Enter.

The oven light turns on and the appliance starts heating.

Cleaning accessories

Before using accessories for the first time, thoroughly clean them with hot soapy water and a soft dish cloth.

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Microwave

Microwave utensil guide

Suitable ovenware

Heat-resistant glass, glass-ceramic:

Utility dishes, loaf dishes, pie plates, cake plates, liquid measuring cups, casseroles and bowls without metallic trim (e.g. Pyrex®, Anchor Hocking™, Corning Ware®, etc.).

China:

Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters without metallic trim.

Plastic films and wraps:

Plastic wrap (as a cover) - lay the plastic wrap loosely over the dish and press it to the sides. Vent plastic wrap by turning back one edge slightly to allow excess steam to escape. The dish should be deep enough so that the plastic wrap will not touch the food.

Microwave-safe plastics:

Microwave-safe plastic dishes, cups, semi-rigid freezer containers and plastic bags for short cooking times. Use these with care because the plastic may soften from the heat of the food.

Paper products:

Paper towels, wax paper, parchment paper, paper napkins and paper plates with no metallic trim or design. Look for the manufacturers label for any special instructions for use in the microwave oven.

Unsuitable ovenware

Metal utensils and cookware:

Metal shields the food from microwave energy and produces uneven cooking. Also, avoid metal skewers, thermometers or foil trays. Metal utensils can cause arcing, which can damage your microwave oven.

Metal decoration:

Bowls, cups, serving plates and platters with metallic trim.

Aluminum foil:

Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil because they hinder cooking and may cause harmful arcing. Use small pieces of foil to shield poultry legs and wings. Keep ALL aluminum foil at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the side walls of the oven cavity and door of the microwave.

Wood:

Wooden bowls and boards will dry out and may split or crack when you use them in the microwave oven. Baskets made of wood will react in the same way.

Tightly covered cookware:

Be sure to leave openings for steam to escape from covered cookware. Pierce plastic pouches of vegetables or other food items before cooking. Tightly closed pouches may explode.

Brown paper:

Avoid using brown paper bags. They absorb heat and can burn.

Flawed or chipped cooking utensils:

Any utensil that is cracked, flawed or chipped may break in the oven.

Metal twist ties:

Remove metal twist ties from plastic or paper bags. They become hot and could cause a fire.

Ovenware test

Do not turn on the microwave unless there is food inside. The following ovenware test is the only exception to this rule.

Perform the following test if you are unsure whether your ovenware is suitable for use in the microwave:

1.Heat the empty ovenware at maximum power for ½ to

1minute.

2.Check the temperature occasionally during that time. The ovenware should still be cold or warm to the touch.

The ovenware is unsuitable if it becomes hot or if sparks are generated.

Microwave power levels

You can select from 10 different microwave power levels. If you do not set a power level, the microwave will automatically operate at the highest power level 100%.

The table below provides suggested power levels for various types of food that can be prepared in the microwave.

Power	Select	Use for
level	with
	number
	key
100%	10	Boiling water
		Cooking ground meat
		Making candy
		Cooking fresh fruit & vegetables
		Cooking fish & poultry
		Preheating browning dish
		Reheating beverages
		Cooking bacon slices
90%	9	Reheating meat slices quickly
		Saute onions, celery & green peppers
80%	8	All reheating
		Cooking scrambled eggs
70%	7	Cooking breads & cereal products
		Cooking cheese dishes &
		veal

Cooking muffins, brownies & cupcakes

Cooking whole poultry

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Power	Select	Use for
level	with
	number
	key
60%	6	Cooking pasta
50%	5	Cooking meat
		Cooking custard
		Cooking spare ribs, rib roast &
		sirloin roast
40%	4	Cooking less tender cuts of meat
		Reheating frozen packaged foods
30%	3	Thawing meat, poultry & seafood
		Cooking small quantities of food
		Finish cooking casseroles, stew &
		some sauces
		Melting chocolate
20%	2	Softening butter & cream cheese
10%	1	Softening ice cream
		Raise yeast dough

Setting the microwave

The appliance must be turned off.

To start the microwave with default power level 100%:

1.Enter the desired cook time with the number keys. The timer display will fill in from right to left.

Example: To set a microwave time of 20 minutes and 30 seconds, enter the numbers 2 0 3 0.

MICROWAVE and press enter appear on the display. The set time is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

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2.Press Enter.

The microwave timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

To start the microwave with a different power level:

1.Press Power Level.

MICROWAVE and press enter appear on the display. Power level 100% is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

2.Enter the desired power level using the number keys.

3.Press Enter.

The microwave timer appears on the left side. óó:óó is blinking.

4.Enter the desired cook time with the number keys.

5.Press Enter.

The microwave timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

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Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Change power level during operation

1.Press Power Level.

The power level begins to blink.

2.Enter the desired power level with the number keys.

3.Press Enter.

Microwave operation continues with the new power level.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Microwave +30 sec

Use the Microwave +30 sec key to quick-start your microwave at the highest power level. You can touch the key repeatedly to increase the microwave time in increments of 30 seconds.

Touching this key during microwave operation will add 30 seconds to the remaining microwave time.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

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Suggestions for best results

To help you achieve the best possible results from your microwave oven, read the following suggestions below:

Storage temperature

Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook.

Size

Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones. Pieces similar in size and shape will cook more evenly when cooked together. For more even results, reduce the power levels when cooking large pieces of food.

Natural moisture

Very moist foods cook more evenly because microwave energy heats water molecules very efficiently.

Stirring

Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetable from the outside to the center to distribute the heat more evenly. This will allow the food to cook faster. (Constant stirring is not necessary.)

Turning

Turn over foods such as pork chops, roasts or whole cauliflower halfway through the cook time. This will help to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.

Placing food

Place delicate areas of food items, such as asparagus tips, toward the center of the turntable tray.

Arranging food

Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or salmon, with the thicker or meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable tray.

Letting food stand

After removing the food from the microwave, cover the food with foil or a casserole lid and let it stand to finish cooking. This will help the food finish cooking in the center and avoids overcooking the outer edges. The length of stand time depends on the density and surface area of the food items.

Wrapping foods

Sandwiches and many other food types containing pre-baked bread should be wrapped in paper towels or wax paper prior to placing in the microwave to help prevent the food items from drying out while heating.

Convection

Convection cooking circulates hot air through the oven cavity with a fan. The constantly moving air surrounds the food to heat the outer portion quickly, creating even browning and sealed-in flavor by the constant motion of hot air over the food surfaces.

You can set a temperature range from 200 to 450° F (100 to 230°C).

Notes

Use the Speed Chef mode for cooking with microwave and conventional heat combined. You can not combine these two modes manually.

For best cooking results always use the wire rack with Convection mode.

9CAUTION

The oven door and exterior and the wire rack will become hot during Convection. Always use oven mits.

Cookware tips for Convection

Metal Pans:

Recommended for all types of baked products, especially where browning is important.

Dark or dull finish metal pans are best for breads and pies because they absorb heat and produce crisper crust.

Shiny aluminum pans are better for cakes, cookies or muffins because they reflect heat and help produce a light tender crust.

Glass or glass-ceramic casseroles or baking dishes:

Best suited for egg and cheese recipes due to the cleanability of glass.

Note: Always use the convection rack when using the Convection mode.

Setting Convection mode

The appliance must be turned off.

1.Press Convection.

CONVECTION and press enter appear on the display. The default temperature 325°F (160°C) is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

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2. Change the temperature using the number keys.

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3.Press Enter.

The appliance starts preheating. The status bar starts filling up in red to show the preheating progress.

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When the set temperature is reached the status bar is filled up completely and a beep sounds. The display

shows preheat complete.

Changing the temperature setting

To change the temperature during operation, touch Convection. The temperature begins to flash. Type in the new temperature using the number keys and confirm with Enter.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. When you close the appliance door, operation will be resumed.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Setting the Oven Timer

Use the oven timer function to program a cook time for Convection after which the oven will turn off automatically.

You can set the oven timer in hours and minutes (hh:mm).

The convection mode has to be set.

1.Press Convection. Convection and press enter appear on the display.

2.Press Oven Timer.

óó:óó is blinking in the timer display.

3.Enter the desired cook time with the number keys.

4.Press Enter.

The oven timer begins to count down.

When the timer has reached óó:óó a beep sounds and the appliance goes to stand-by mode.

Running oven timer and kitchen timer at the same time

You can use the kitchen timer and the oven timer at the same time. The oven timer will be displayed next to the cooking mode. The kitchen timer will be displayed below the oven timer.

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If the oven timer runs out first, touch Clear/Off once to stop the timer end signal.

CONVECTION will remain on the display. The status bar appears empty. Once the kitchen timer has run out, touch Clear/Off again. The display goes to stand-by mode.

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Broil

The Broil feature uses intense heat radiated from the upper element.

You can set two intensity levels:

BROIL high

BROIL low

Setting Broil mode

The appliance must turned off.

1.Press Broil (high/low).

BROIL HIGH and press enter appear on the display. The status bar appears empty.

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2.Press Broil (high/low) again or use the +Amount key, if you want to change to Broil low mode.

3.Press Enter to start operation. The status bar appears red.

You can alternate between Broil high and Broil low during operation by touching either Broil (high/low)

or +Amount.

Note: Always use a broil pan when cooking in Broil mode (see optional accessories).

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. When you close the appliance door, operation will be resumed.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Automatic programs

The automatic programs let you prepare food in a fast and simple way using Microwave and conventional heat. Select the program and enter the values prompted on the display, the automatic program selects the optimum setting for you.

Speed Chef

With Speed Chef you can select from nine different foods. You only have to enter the weight for programs 1 to 8, or the oven temperature for program 9 Brownies. Speed Chef then calculates the fastest cooktime for best results.

Note: Only use ovenware that is suited for both microwave and conventional cooking.

Setting Speed Chef

The appliance must be turned off.

Example: Set Speed Chef for Pork Tenderloin.

1.Take the food out of the packaging and weigh it, then place it in a suitable dish on the ceramic tray.

2.Press Speed Chef.

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3.Select the desired food from the menu list. For Pork Tenderloin press the number key 5.

SPEED CHEF Pork Tenderloin appears on the display. ó:óó lbs is blinking on the right side of the display. The status bar appears empty.

4.Enter the weight of the food you want to cook using the number keys. For example, to enter 3 lbs type 3 0 0. The entered weight is blinking.

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Place the food in a dish that is suitably sized for the amount of food you want to cook. Use cookware that is suited for both microwave and conventional cooking.

5.Press Enter.

The appropriate cook time is displayed on the left side of the display. The status bar appears red. The timer begins to count down.

During cooking a beep will sound and “Turn food over” is shown in the display. Open door and turn food over. Return food to the microwave and press Enter.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Speed Chef Program		Weight range	Cooking tips	Food placement	Stand time
					(minutes)
(1)	Chicken Breast	0.5 - 3.0 lbs	Use with boneless chicken breasts.	Wire rack, facing down	5 to 10
			Turn chicken over at beep. Small
			pieces cook faster.
(2)	Chicken Thighs	0.5 - 3.0 lbs	Place thicker ends toward outside.	Wire rack, facing down	3 to 8
			Turn chicken over at beep. Small
			pieces cook faster.
(3)	Whole Poultry	1.0 - 4.5 lbs	Start cooking with breast side down.	Turntable	5 to 10
			Turn over at the beep.
(4)	Roast Beef	1.0 - 3.25 lbs	Suitable for roast beef 2" or less.	Turntable	5 to 10
			Turn over at the beep.
(5)	Pork Tenderloin	1.0 - 4.5 lbs	Tuck under thin ends. Turn over at	Wire rack, facing down	5 to 10
			the beep.
(6)	Pork Chops	0.5 - 3.0 lbs	Suitable for pork chops 1/2 to 1".	Wire rack, facing down	3 to 8
			Turn chops over at beep.
(7)	Meatloaf	1.0 - 3.25 lbs	Suitable for meatloaf 3" or less.	Turntable	5 to 10
			Food is not turned. Add ketchup last
			10 - 15 minutes of cooking.
(8)	Fish Fillets/Steaks	0.5 - 2.0 lbs	Brush fillets or steaks with vegetable	Wire rack, facing down	2 to 3
			or olive oil. Food is not turned. Tuck
			under thin ends.
(9)	Brownies	16 servings	Food is not turned. For best results	Wire rack, facing down	Cool
		325 - 375°F	use a 9" metal pan.
		(162 - 190° C)

Notes

For meat pieces enter total weight of all the pieces.

Use a meat thermometer to check meat temperatures after stand time.

Place food on countertop and cover with foil during stand time.

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Auto Defrost

With the Auto Defrost feature you can defrost three different types of food by entering the weight. The ideal defrost time will be calculated by the program.

Ovenware for defrosting

Place the food in a microwaveable shallow dish, such as a glass casserole dish or glass plate, but do not cover.

Stand time

The defrosted food should be left to stand for an additional 10 to 30 minutes until it reaches an even temperature. Large pieces of meat require a longer standing time than smaller pieces. Flat pieces of meat and items made from ground meat should be separated from each other before leaving to stand.

After this time, you can continue to prepare the food, even though thick pieces of meat may still be frozen in the middle.

Setting Auto Defrost

The appliance must be turned off. Example: Set Auto Defrost for Ground Meat.

1.Take the food out of the packaging and weigh it, then place it in a suitable dish on the ceramic tray.

2.Press Auto Defrost.

Auto Defrost and a list of dishes that can be prepared appears on the display. The status bar appears empty.

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AUTO DEFROST Ground Meat appears on the display. ó:óó lbs is blinking on the right side of the display.

4.Enter the weight of the food you want to cook using the number keys. For example, to enter 2 lbs type 2 0 0. The entered weight is blinking.

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5.Press Enter.

The appropriate cook time is displayed on the left side of the display. The status bar appears red. The timer begins to count down.

During cooking a beep will sound and “Turn food over” is shown in the display. Open door and turn food over. Return food to the microwave and press Enter.

Note: A beep sounds during defrosting for all foods to turn food over or separate pieces.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Auto Defrost programs

No.	Name	Weight range
1	Ground Meat	0.5 - 2.0 lbs
2	Meat Pieces	0.5 - 3.0 lbs
3	Poultry Pieces	0.5 - 3.0 lbs

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Tips for defrosting

9WARNING

HEALTH RISK

Liquid will be produced when defrosting meat or poultry. Drain off this liquid when turning meat and poultry, and under no circumstances, use it for other purposes, or allow it to come into contact with other foods.

Always enter the weight in lbs when using the defrost by weight feature (see program table).

Use the defrost mode for raw food items only.

Defrosting gives best results when food to be thawed is a minimum of 0° F (taken directly from a freezer). If the food has been stored in a refrigerator-freezer that does not maintain a temperature of 5° F or below, always program a lower food weight or lower cook time to prevent cooking the food.

If the frozen food is stored outside the freezer for up to 20 minutes, enter a reduced cook time or weight.

The shape of the package will alter the defrosting time. Shallow rectangular food packets defrost more quickly than a deep frozen block of food.

Separate pieces as they begin to defrost. Separated frozen pieces of food defrost better.

Shield warm areas of food with small pieces of aluminum foil, if they start to heat up.

Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield food items like chicken wings, leg tips and fish tails.

Do not allow aluminum foil to touch the oven cavity when defrosting.

Frozen Foods

Use the Frozen Foods feature to prepare frozen convenience foods, like chicken nuggets, french fries, fish sticks, using bottom heat and Convection.

You can set a temperature range from 200 to 450° F (100 to 230°C).

Setting Frozen Foods

The appliance must be turned off.

1.Press Frozen Foods.

FROZEN FOODS and press enter appear on the display. The default temperature 425° is blinking.

You can set a different temperature with the number keys.

2.Press Enter.

The appliance starts preheating. The status bar starts filling up in red to show the preheating progress.

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When the set temperature is reached the status bar is filled up completely and a beep sounds. The display

shows preheat complete.

3.Place food in the preheated oven directly on the metal tray in a single layer.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Pizza

You can use the Pizza mode to bake three different types of pizza:

Mode no.	Pizza type	Bake on
1	Frozen pizza	Metal tray
2	Fresh pizza	Metal tray
3	Microwave pizza	Ceramic tray

Pizza tips

For fresh pizza use a pizza paddle for sliding the pizza on and from the metal turntable.

If using a pizza paddle, sprinkle the paddle liberally with cornmeal for ease in transferring the dough to the metal turntable.

Maximum size is 12 inches for fresh and frozen pizzas.

Avoid using a pizza stone as it can damage the oven.

The metal turntable can be used for cutting pizza into slices. Remove the turntable from the oven after the pizza is baked.

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Setting Pizza mode for fresh or frozen pizza

The appliance must be turned off.

You can bake fresh or frozen pizza directly on the metal tray turntable.

Example: Set Pizza mode for fresh pizza.

1.Press Pizza.

Pizza and a list of possible pizza modes appear on the display.

2.Select the desired pizza mode from the menu list. For fresh pizza press the number key 2.

PIZZA appears on the display. The default temperature 425° is blinking on the right side of the display and can not be changed. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press Enter.

The appliance starts preheating. The status bar starts filling up in red to show the preheating progress.

When the set temperature is reached the status bar is filled up completely and a beep sounds. The display shows preheat complete.

4.Place the pizza in the preheated oven on the metal tray.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. When you close the appliance door, operation will be resumed.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Setting Pizza mode for microwave pizza

Place the microwave pizza on the ceramic tray and put it in the oven following package directions.

1.Press Pizza.

Pizza and a list of possible pizza modes appear on the display.

2.Select the desired pizza mode from the menu list. For microwave pizza press the number key 3.

PIZZA appears on the display. press enter is blinking on the right side of the display. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press Enter.

The appliance starts sensing. sensing is displayed and the status bar starts appears red.

When sensing is complete, a beep will sound and the calculated cook time is displayed and will start to count down.

Note: Do not open the door during the sensing

process, or the program will be cancelled. Once the calculated cook time is displayed you can open the door to stir, turn or rearrange the food. Touch Start/Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Popcorn

9CAUTION

Do not leave oven unattended while popping corn. Popcorn may ignite and cause fire.

The popcorn feature lets you pop 3 different bag sizes of commercially packaged microwave popcorn. Use the following table to determine the setting to use:

Bag size	Touch Popcorn key
1.2 oz.	once
2.5 oz.	twice
3.5 oz.	3 times

Setting Popcorn mode

The appliance must be turned off.

1.Press Popcorn.

POPCORN appears on the display. The default setting 1.2 oz is blinking. The cook time is displayed. The status bar appears empty.

2.Press Popcorn or +Amount repeatedly until the desired weight is shown in the display.

3.Press Enter.

The microwave timer starts counting down.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

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Beverage

The beverage feature heats 0.5 to 2 cups of a beverage. Use the table below to determine the setting to use.

Amount	Touch Beverage key
0.5 cups (about 4 oz.)	once
1 cup (about 8 oz.)	twice
1.5 cups (about 12 oz.)	3 times
2 cups (about 16 oz.)	4 times
Setting Beverage mode

1.Press Beverage.

BEVERAGE appears on the display. The default setting 0.5 cups is blinking. The cook time is displayed. The status bar appears empty.

2.Press Beverage or +Amount repeatedly until the desired amount is shown in the display.

3.Press Enter.

The microwave timer starts counting down.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Sensor cooking

You can select two sensor cooking modes. Sensor cooking allows you to cook many of your favorite foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. The microwave oven automatically determines the required cooking time for each food item.

For best results for cooking by sensor, follow these recommendations:

Food cooked with the sensor system should start from normal storage temperature.

Turntable tray, ceramic tray and outside of container should be dry.

Foods should always be covered loosely with microwavable plastic wrap, wax paper or lid.

Do not open the door or touch Clear/Off key during sensing time. When sensing time is over, the oven beeps once and the remaining cooking time will appear in the display. At this time you can open the door to stir, turn or rearrange the food.

Sensor Reheat

The Sensor Reheat feature lets you reheat dinner plates or casseroles (8-12 oz.) for your cooking convenience.

Setting Sensor Reheat

1.Press Sensor Reheat.

SENSOR REHEAT appears on the display. press enter is blinking on the right side of the display. The status bar appears empty.

2.Press Enter.

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When sensing is complete, a beep will sound and the calculated cook time is displayed and will start to count down.

Notes

Cover with vented plastic wrap or wax paper.

Reheat food on a microwaveable dinner plate.

Note: Do not open the door during the sensing

process, or the program will be cancelled. Once the calculated cook time is displayed you can open the door to stir, turn or rearrange the food. Touch Start/Enter to resume operation.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

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Reheat cooking suggestions
Food	Directions		Quantity
Dinner plate	Use only pre-cooked, refrigerated foods. Cover plate with vented		1 serving (1 plate)
	plastic wrap or waxed paper, tucked under plate. If food is not hot
	enough after heating with the Reheat feature, continue heating using
	manual time and power level setting.
	Contents:
		3-4 oz. meat, poultry or fish (up to 6 oz. with bone)
		1/2 cup starch (potatoes, pasta, rice, etc.)
		1/2 cup of vegetables (about 3-4 oz.)
Casserole, Pasta	Cover plate with lid or vented plastic wrap. If food is not hot enough		1 to 4 servings
	after heating with the Reheat feature, continue heating using manual
	time and power level setting.
	Stir foods once before serving.
	Contents:
		Casserole: refrigerated foods (such as beef stew or lasagna)
		Pasta: Canned spaghetti and ravioli, refrigerated foods

Sensor Cook

Sensor Cook allows you to cook many of your favorite foods without selecting cooking times and power levels.

The microwave oven automatically determines the required cooking time for each food item.

Sensor Cook programs
Sensor Cook Program		Quantity	Cooking tips
(1)	Baked Potato	1 - 4 potatoes	Pierce skin with a fork. Do not cover.
		(8 - 32 oz.)	After cooking, allow to stand wrapped in foil for 5 minutes.
(2)	Sweet Potato	1 - 4 potatoes	Pierce skin with a fork. Do not cover.
		(8 - 32 oz.)	After cooking, allow to stand wrapped in foil for 5 minutes.
(3)	Fresh Vegetable	8 - 24 oz.	No water is needed if vegetables have just been washed. Add
		(0.5 - 1.5 lbs)	2 tablespoons water per 8 ounces of fresh vegetables.
(4)	Frozen Vegetable	8 - 24 oz.	Add 1 tablespoon water per 4 ounces of frozen vegetables.
		(0.5 - 1.5 lbs)
(5)	Ground Meat	8 - 24 oz.	After cooking, allow to stand, covered, for 3 - 4 minutes.
		(0.5 - 1.5 lbs)
(6)	Fish/Seafood	8 - 24 oz.	Roll thin edges underneath. Arrange in a ring around microwaveable dish.
		(0.5 - 1.5 lbs)
(7)	Brown Rice	0.5 - 2.0 cups	Use a high-sided casserole dish. Do not cover. Use 1 cup rice to 3 cups
		(dry rice)	water.
(8)	White Rice	0.5 - 2.0 cups	Use a high-sided casserole dish and lid. Use 1 cup rice to 2 cups water.
		(dry rice)
(9)	Frozen Entrees	10 - 20 oz.	Follow package instructions for venting, cutting plastic film, etc.

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Setting Sensor Cook

The appliance must be turned off.

Example: Set Sensor Cook for Ground Meat.

1.Press Sensor Cook.

Sensor Cook and a list of dishes that can be prepared appears on the display.

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2.Select the desired food from the menu list. For Ground Meat press the number key 5.

SENSOR COOK Ground Meat appears on the display. press enter is blinking on the right side of the display. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press Enter.

The appliance starts sensing. sensing is displayed and the status bar appears red.

When sensing is complete, a beep will sound and the calculated cook time is displayed and will start to count down.

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Note: Do not open the door during the sensing

process, or the program will be cancelled. Once the calculated cook time is displayed you can open the door to stir, turn or rearrange the food. Touch Start/Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

More Modes

The More Modes feature offers you six additional convenient programs.

Mode		Possible value
(1)	Keep Warm	170° F
(2)	Convection Broil	High/Low
(3)	Melt Butter	2 tbsp, 4 tbsp, 8 tbsp
(4)	Melt Chocolate	1 cup, 2 cups
(5)	Soften Ice Cream	8 oz, 16 oz, 32 oz, 48 oz
(6)	Soften Cream Cheese	3 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz

Setting Keep Warm

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 1.

MORE MODES Keep Warm and the default temperature 170° F (75°C) appear on the display. press enter is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press Enter.

The status bar appears red.

The Keep Warm temperature cannot be changed.

Notes

Use the Keep Warm mode to keep cooked foods hot and ready to serve.

Food cooked covered should remain covered during Keep Warm.

Pastry items (pies, turnovers, etc.) should be uncovered.

Complete meals kept warm on a dinner plate can be covered during Keep Warm.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. When you close the appliance door, operation will be resumed.

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Setting Convection Broil

This mode uses the Broil element combined with the convection fan.

Place food in a cold oven on the wire rack facing up for broil.

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 2.

MORE MODES Convection Broil High appears on the display. press enter is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press +Amount to change the setting to Broil Low.

4.Press Enter.

The status bar appears red.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. When you close the appliance door, operation will be resumed.

Setting Melt Butter

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 3.

MORE MODES Melt Butter and press enter appear on the display. The default amount 2 tbsp is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press +Amount to change the quantity.

4.Press Enter.

The timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Setting Melt Chocolate

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 4.

MORE MODES Melt Chocolate and press enter appear on the display. The default amount 1 cup is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press +Amount to change the quantity.

4.Press Enter.

The timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Setting Soften Ice Cream

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 5.

MORE MODES Soften Ice Cream and press enter appear on the display. The default amount 8 oz is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press +Amount to change the quantity.

4.Press Enter.

The timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Setting Soften Cream Cheese

1.Press More Modes once.

More Modes and a list of available modes appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 6.

MORE MODES Soften Cream Cheese and press enter appear on the display. The default amount 3 oz is blinking. The status bar appears empty.

3.Press +Amount to change the quantity.

4.Press Enter.

The timer starts counting down. The status bar appears red.

Opening appliance door during operation

Opening the appliance door during operation will interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and then press Enter to resume operation.

Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

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Cancel operation

Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

The cooling fans may continue to run for awhile and then switch off automatically.

Kitchen timer

The kitchen timer can be used when the appliance is turned off, or while a cooking mode is active.

You can set the kitchen timer to a maximum value of 99 minutes and 99 seconds (mm:ss).

3.Press Enter.

The kitchen timer starts to count down.

Note: If Enter is not pressed, the kitchen timer will automatically start to count down after 3 seconds.

Setting the kitchen timer

1.Press Kitchen Timer.

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2.Enter the desired time using the number keys.

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Once the time has elapsed

The display shows finished. óó:óó is blinking. A beep sounds every ten seconds.

Press Clear/Off. The appliance goes to stand-by mode and the time of day is displayed.

Cancel the kitchen timer

Press Clear/Off to cancel the active kitchen timer. The appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.

Panel Lock

You can use the panel lock to prevent children from accidentally turning the appliance on.

The panel lock feature is also very useful when cleaning the control panel. The lock will prevent accidental programming when wiping the control panel clean.

To activate the panel lock:

The appliance has to be turned off.

Press and hold Panel Lock for 3 seconds. panel locked appears on the display, a beep sounds.

To deactivate the panel lock:

Press and hold Panel Lock for 3 seconds. Panel lock is deactivated.

Automatic Shutoff

Your appliance features an automatic shutoff function. Automatic shutoff is activated when the appliance has been heating for an extended period of time.

The time when automatic shutoff is activated depends on the selected operating mode.

Heating mode	Max. operating time
Convection	5 hours
All other modes	59 minutes + 59 seconds

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Basic settings

The appliance has various basic settings. You can adjust these settings to the way you usually cook.

Setting

Possible Value

(1)Celsius/Fahrenheit Celsius

		Fahrenheit*
(2)	Brightness	High*
		Medium
		Low
(3)	Volume	High*
		Medium
		Low
(4)	Button Beep	On*
		Off
(5)	Clock	On*
		Off
(6)	Language	English*
		French
(7)	Demo Mode	On
		Off*
*Default setting

Changing the basic settings

The appliance must be turned off.

Example: Change setting Volume to level Medium.

1.Press Settings.

Settings and a list of the settings that can be changed appear on the display.

2.Press the number key 3.

Volume and a list of possible settings appears on the display. The current setting is displayed in red.

3.Press the number key 2.

The new setting is displayed in red.

4.Press Enter.

The beep volume has been changed. The appliance goes to stand-by mode.

Note: The Basic Settings menu will not show if a cooking mode or the kitchen timer are running. Clear the Cooking Mode or Kitchen Timer to allow the Basic Settings to be changed.

Cooking Charts

The charts can be used as a guide. Follow package or recipe directions.

Broil

Place pan of food on the wire rack with the recess facing up.

Food	Oven	Cooking time	Internal	Cooking tip / Procedure
	temperature	(minutes)	temperature
Hamburgers,	High	Side 1: 9 - 11	160°F	Use pan that allows fat to drain away from the
_" to 1", medium		Side 2: 10 - 12	(71°C)	food.
				High fat meat causes more spattering.
Lamb chops,	High	Side 1: 9 - 11	160°F	Use pan that allows fat to drain away from the
1", medium		Side 2: 10 - 12	(71°C)	food.
				Slit fat to prevent curling.
Sausage, fresh	High	Side 1: 9 - 11	160°F	Use pan that allows fat to drain away from the
		Side 2: 8 - 10	(71°C)	food.
Steaks, _" to 1",	High	Side 1: 9 - 11	145°F	Use pan that allows fat to drain away from the
medium rare		Side 2: 10 - 12	(63°C)	food.
				Slit fat to prevent curling.
Steaks, _" to 1",	High	Side 1: 9 - 11	160°F	Use pan that allows fat to drain away from the
medium		Side 2: 10 - 12	(71°C)	food.
				Slit fat to prevent curling.
Toasting bread	Low	3 - 5	-	Check at minimum time.
Top browning	Low	3 - 5	-	Use only metal or glass ceramic dishes such as
casseroles				Corning Ware®

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Convection Broil

Place pans of food on the wire rack with the recess facing up.

Food	Oven	Cooking time	Internal	Cooking tip / Procedure
	temperature	(minutes)	temperature
Chicken breasts,	Low	Side 1: 9 - 11	170°F	Start breast side down.
bone-in		Side 2: 10 - 12	(76°C)
Fish filets,	Low	11 - 15	145°F	No turning of fish.
_" to 1"			(63°C)	Turn thin ends under.
				Brush with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.

Convection

Preheat the oven before adding foods. Once the oven is preheated, place the food in the oven quickly to minimize

loss of heat. Place pans of food on the wire rack with the recess facing down.

Food	Oven	Cooking time	Cooking tip / Procedure
	temperature	(minutes)
Biscuits	350°F (175°C)	13 - 20	A dark or dull baking sheet will result in a browner,
			crisper crust.
Cake, 13"x9"	350°F (175°C)	23 - 28	For a tender, light golden brown crust, use light, shiny
			metal bakeware.
Cookies	350 - 375°F	8 - 14	A dark or dull baking sheet will result in a browner,
	(175 - 190°C)		crisper crust.
Cornbread	425 - 450°F	25 - 30	Use a square baking pan.
	(220 - 230°C)
Cupcakes	350°F (175°C)	18 - 21	Ideal for ready-made mixes. Prepare according to
			package directions.
Dinner rolls	400°F (205°C)	12 - 18	Use with fresh or frozen dinner rolls.
Fresh fruit pie	375°F (190°C)	50 - 60	A dark or dull baking pie pan will result in a browner,
			crisper crust.
Muffins	400°F (205°C)	10 - 18	Ideal for ready-made mixes. Prepare according to pack-
			age directions.
Roasted vegetables	425 - 450°F	15 - 20	Use dark or dull metal pan. Stir once.
	(220 - 230°C)
Shortcakes	450°F (230°C)	10 - 18	Best for individual shortcakes. Use dark coated pan.

Cooking eggs in your microwave

Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hardcooked eggs in the shell; they can explode.

Always pierce yolk on whole eggs to keep them from bursting.

Cook eggs just until set; they will become tough if overcooked.

Cooking scrambled eggs is safe.

Cooking vegetables in your microwave

Vegetables should be washed just before cooking. Rarely is extra water needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes or carrots are being cooked, add about ¼ cup of water.

Small vegetables (sliced carrots, peas, lima beans, etc.) will cook faster than larger vegetables.

Whole vegetables, such as potatoes, acorn squash or corn on the cob, should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking. They will cook more evenly if turned over halfway through cooking.

Always place vegetables like asparagus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing towards the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center.

When cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwavable plastic wrap.

Whole, unpeeled vegetables such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, eggplant, etc., should have their skin pricked in several locations before cooking to prevent them from bursting.

For more even cooking, stir or rearrange whole vegetables halfway through the cook time.

Most of the time, the denser the food, the longer the required standing time. For example, a baked potato should stand for 5 minutes before serving, while a dish of peas may be served immediately.

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	Cooking seafood in your microwave			fish; a lighter cover of wax paper or paper towel provides
	Be sure to place fish on a microwave-safe roasting rack			less steaming. And be sure not to overcook fish; check it
				for doneness at a minimum cooking time before cooking
	in a microwave-safe dish. Be sure to always cook fish
				longer.
	until it flakes easily with a fork. Use a tight cover to steam
	Seafood	Power level	Cook time	Directions
	Fish steaks up to	medium high (7)	7–11 min. /lb	Arrange fish on roasting rack with meaty portions
	1½ lbs			towards the outside of rack. Cover with wax paper.
				Turn over and rearrange halfway through cook time.
				Cook until fish flakes easily with fork.
				Let stand 3–5 mins.
	Fish fillets up to	medium high (7)	7–11 min. /lb	Arrange fillets in a baking dish, turning any thin pieces
	1½ lbs.			under. Cover with wax paper. If over ½ inch thick, turn
				over and rearrange halfway through cook time. Cook
				until fish flakes easily with fork.
				Let stand 2–3 mins.
	Shrimp up to	medium high (7)	7–11 min. /lb	Arrange shrimp in a baking dish without overlapping or
	1½ lbs.			layering. Cover with wax paper. Cook until firm and
				opaque, stirring 2 or 3 times.
				Let stand 5 mins.

Cleaning and Maintenance

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Be sure the entire appliance has cooled and grease has solidified before attempting to clean any part of the appliance.

Cleaning Guide

For best performance and for safety reasons, keep the oven clean inside and outside. Take special care to keep the inner door panel and oven front frame free of food and grease build–up.

Never use abrasive scouring powder or pads on the microwave. Wipe the microwave oven inside and out with a soft cloth and warm (not hot) mild detergent solution. Then rinse and wipe completely dry.

Wipe spatters immediately with a wet paper towel, especially after cooking greasy foods like chicken or bacon.

Clean your microwave oven weekly or more often, if needed.

Never operate the microwave oven without food in the oven cavity, unless pre-heating with Convection, Pizza, Frozen Foods and Keep Warm mode; this can damage the magnetron tube or ceramic tray. You may wish to leave a cup of water standing inside the oven when it is not in use to prevent damage if the oven is accidentally turned on.

Part	Recommendations
Oven cavity	Keep inside (cavity) of the oven clean. Food particles and spilled liquids can stick to the oven
	walls, causing the oven to work less efficiently.
	Wipe up spills immediately. Use a damp, clean cloth and mild soap. DO NOT use harsh deter-
	gents or abrasive cleaners.
	To help loosen baked–on food particles or liquids, heat 2 cups of water (add the juice of
	1 lemon if you desire to keep the oven fresh smelling) in a 4 cup measuring glass at High
	power for 5 minutes or until boiling. Let stand in oven cavity for 1 or 2 minutes.
	For baked-on grease spatters, wash with hot, soapy water, rinse and dry.
Wire rack	Wash with soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry, or gently rub with cleansing powder or
	soap-filled pads as directed. The wire rack can also be washed in the dishwasher.
Metal turntable tray	Remove metal turntable tray from the oven when cleaning the oven cavity and tray.
	Wash the metal turntable tray in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher.
Ceramic tray	Clean with warm, soapy water or in the dishwasher.
Door seal	Wipe with damp cloth.

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