Delonghi MW 425 GB User Manual

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HOW TO GET THE BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR OVEN

What function should I

choose?

Use Instr.

page

Amt. &

time chart

page

What do I want to do?

Microwave only

• Defrost

Microwave only

• Soften chocolate & icing

• Melt butter and soften cheese

• Heat pastry goods

Microwave only

• Cook stew, chicken breasts

Microwave only

• Cook fruit, vegetables, rice,
soup, fish

• Heat up any type of already
cooked or frozen food

• Quickly make all kinds of
roasts, poultry, skewered
meats, potatoes

• Au gratin dishes (e.g.,
lasagne, vegetables au gratin,
macaroni)

Combined microwave + grill

Grill only

• Grill hamburgers, chops,
frankfurters, sausages, toast,
etc. in a “traditional” way

Microwave only

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39

36

38
39
43

38
39

38
41
39

44
45

46
47

37

40
43

40

42
40

45

47

• Keep food warm

Power

level

Function

Power

level

Power

level

Power

level

Defrost

MICROWAVE

MICROWAVE

+ GRILL

GB

Pre-memorized
“Quick Menù”
functions

•To make popcorn

•To heat frozen pre-baked pizza,
to reheat frozen pre-cooked food

•To cook potatoes

•To heat drinks and liquids

•To heat chilled ready meals

50

50

50

50

50

49

49

49

49

49

MICROWAVE

1

(110 W)

2

(225 W)

3

(375 W)

4

(560 W)

5

(750 W)

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Read carefully these instructions and keep for future reference

1) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a competent person (trained by the
manufacturer or by its Customer Service).

2) WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves
the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy.

3) WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed
containers since they are liable to explode. Eggs in their shell and whole
hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they
may explode even after microwave heating has ended.

4) WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision
when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to
use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper
use. Do not allow children near the oven when it is in operation, as this may result in severe
burns.

5) Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the
safety devices.

6) Do not operate the oven if objects for any kind get stuck between the front panel
of the oven and the door. Always keep the inside of the door (E) clean, using a
damp cloth and non-abrasive detergents. Do not allow dirt or remains of food to accumulate
between the front panel of the oven on the door.

7) Do not operate the oven if the supply cable or the plug is damaged, as this may result in electric
shocks.

8) If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED in order
to stifle any flames.

9) Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. In order to avoid overheating and
the consequent risk of fire, it is advisable to supervise the oven when cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, cardboard or other inflammable materials, and when heating small
quantities of food.

10)Never place the turntable in water after it has ben heated for a long time. The high thermal shock
resulting would break the turntable.

11)When cooking "Only MICROWAVE" and "COMBINED WITH MICROWAVE" , you absolutely
must not pre-heat the oven (without foodstuffs in it) and you must not operate it when it is empty,
because you might cause sparking.

12)Before using this oven, check to be certain that the utensil and containers chosen are suitable for
microwave oven use (see the section on "Glassware and Similar Items").

13)During the use the appliance becomes hot. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Connect this equipment only to electrical outlets
having a capacity of at least 10A. Before using
this oven, check to make certain that the electri­cal network is the same as that indicated on the
equipment’s data plate and that the electrical

outlet is connected to an efficient grounding
(earth) terminal. The manufacturer shall not be

responsible in any manner whatsoever for
harm or damage caused by failure to observe
this norm.

Outer measurements (LxDxH) 480x272x360
Inner measurements (LxDxH) 285x180x290
Oven’s net volume 17 lt.
Approximate weight 15 kg.
Tur ntable diameter 27,5 cm
Oven light 25 W

For additional data, consult the serial plate
glued to the back of the equipment.

This equipment is in compliance with EEC
Directives 89/336 and 92/31 related to
Electromagnetic Compatibility.

TECHNICAL DATA

14)When heating liquids (water, coffee, milk, etc.) it is possible that the contents may suddenly start
to boil and spill violently as a result of delayed boiling, causing scalding. To avoid this
happening, you should place a heat-resistant plastic spoon or a glass rod in the container
before starting to heat liquids. Anyway, care shall be taken when handling the container.

15) Do not heat spirit with a high alcohol content, nor large quantities of oil, as these could catch
fire!

16)The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the
temperature shall be checked before consumption in order to avoid burns. It is also
advisable to stir or shake the food in order to ensure that it has an even temperature.

When using commercially available bottle sterilisers, before turning the oven on,
ALWAYS make sure the container is filled with the quantity of water indicated by the
manufacturer.

N.B. When the oven is used for the first time it is possible that, for a period of approx. 10 min­utes, it may produce a “new” smell and a small amount of smoke. This is only a result of pro­tective substances applied to the heating element.

• Electrical Connection for UK only . . . . .see page 33

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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INSTALLATION

1) After having taken the oven out of its packing case, remove the protective section containing the
turntable (G) and its support (H). Make sure that the turntable spindle (D) is properly inserted in
its housing in the oven, lined up with the middle of the turntable.

2) Wipe the inside clean with a soft, damp cloth.

3) Check to make certain that this equipment has not been damaged in transport and check
especially to see if the door opens and closes correctly.

4) Set the oven on a flat, steady surface at least 85 cm. above the floor and out of the reach of
small children, because when the oven is operating its door can get very hot.

5) After having placed the oven on its work level, make sure

that there is still a free space
of at least 5 cm. between
the oven’s surfaces and the
side as well as back
walls, and a free
space of at least 20
cm. above the
oven (see Fig. 1).

6) Do not block the air
intake. In particular, do not
set anything atop the oven
and check to be

certain that the air outlet slots (located above, under and in the
back of the oven) are ALWAYS FREE from obstruction (see Figs.
2 and 3).

7) Place the support unit (H) in the middle of the circular housing
and set the turntable (G) atop the support. The spindle (D)
must match up perfectly with its housing in the middle of the
turntable.

8) When you turn the oven on for the first time, there may be an odour of “newness” and a bit

of smoke for about ten minutes. This is completely normal, and it is caused by substances used
to protect the heating elements.

fig. 3

fig. 2

air outlet

air
intake

OUTPUT POWER

20 cm

5 cm

air outlet

air
intake

air outlet

In some models the maximum power yielded in WATTS, is also indicated in
the symbol on the side, shown on the door.

(ONLY FOR U.K.) The letter indicates the heating category to which your
oven belongs: some chilled food pre-cooked frozen or chilled give heating
instructions corresponding to the various categories. Follow those instruc­tions related to the category indicated for your oven.

In this oven the maximum power yielded by the microwaves is 750W. This value is shown on the data
plate placed on the back of the appliance, under the heading MICRO OUTPUT.

The levels of intermediate power available are shown on the following page. This information will be
useful for you to consult the prescription pads for microwaves currently on sale.

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DESCRIPTION AND USE OF THE CONTROLS

ACCESSORIES PROVIDED

WIRE RACK

TURNTABLE

Grill only:

for all types of grilling.

The turntable is used for all the functions.

1. Display

This control panel shows a
24-hour clock, the pre-set
cooking times, the functions
chosen (upper indicators)
and the microwave level
selected (lower indicators).

2. Grill button:
Cooking with the grill only

Push this button in order to
grill foodstuffs.

3. Combi button:
Combined cooking with
the grill

Push this button to set up
the combined microwave +
grill operations.

4. Micro button:
microwave cooking

Push this button to cook or
heat foodstuffs.

5. Defrost button:
automatic thawing

Push this button to thaw
foodstuffs.

6. Power Level button:
Microwave power level

Push this button to select the
microwave power level
required.

The available power levels of the
microwaves are the following:

1 - 110 W

2 - 225W

3 - 375 W

4 - 560W

5 - 750 W

7 - 8 - 9 - 14 - 15:

"Quick Menu" button

Push one of these buttons
to make popcorn, jacket
potatoes, warm
beverages, ready-to-serve
dishes

, frozen pizza and

pre-cooked frozen food

.

10.Stop/Clear utton:
Cancelling a function

Push this button to stop
the cooking or to cancel
the pre-set cooking times.

11."Timer Adjust" buttons
Cooking times

Push these buttons to set
the cooking time or the
time of day.

12.Clock button:
Clock adjustment

Push this button to set the
correct time of day and to
get a view of the clock
while the oven is working.

13.One-minute button

Press this button to set
exactly one minute of
microwaving at max
power level. Each
additional touch of this
button will increase the
set time by 30 seconds,
up to a maximum of 6
minutes.

16.Start button

Press this button to turn
the oven on, but only
after you selected the
function and the cooking
times.

1

2

12

13

14

15

16

3

4

6

7
8

9

10

11

5

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You can make use of all types of containers
made of glass (preferably Pyrex), ceramics,
porcelain and glazed pottery as long as they do
not have decorations or metal parts (gilded
borders, handles, feet). Heat resistant plastic
containers can also be used, but only for
“Microwave Only” cooking. If you are still
doubtful about using a particular container, you
can perform a simple test. Place the empty
container in the oven for 30 seconds at
maximum power (“Microwave Only” function).
If the container is still cold or only slightly warm,
it is suitable for microwave cooking.
If it is very hot or gives out sparks, it is not
suitable.
For short heating periods, you may use paper
napkins, cardboard trays and plastic
“throwaway” plates as a base.
As far as shape and size are concerned, it is
absolutely essential that containers be such as to
allow the turntable to rotate.
In order to use large-size rectangular containers

(which may not be able to rotate inside the
cooking cavity), you can remove the spindle (D)
from its housing to prevent the turntable (G)
moving. Bear in mind that to be assured of
good results when carrying this out you must
stir the food and turn the container around
several times during the cooking process.

Containers made of metal, wood, recycled
kitchen paper, cane and plate glass are not
suitable for use in microwave ovens. The metal

grill rack (F) supplied with your microwave have
been fully tested for safe use.
You should remember, too, that since
microwaves heat the food and not the
glassware, earthenware or similar containers
for that food, it is possible to cook such foods in
the serving dish and thereby avoid the problem
of having to clean pans later.

If the oven is used in its grill only functions, any
type of oven container may be used (see chart).

GLASSWARE AND SIMILAR ITEMS

Glass

YES

NO

NO

Pyrex

YES

YES

YES

Ceramic-

glass

YES

YES

YES

Earthen-

ware

YES

YES

YES

Alumin­ium foil

NO

NO

YES

Plastic

YES

NO

NO

Paper or

cardboard*

YES

NO

NO

Metal

containers

NO

NO

YES

Microwave only

Combined microwave + grill

Grill only

* If the cooking time required is too long, there is a possibility of fire.

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:

Green and yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the
plug marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured
green or green and yellow.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter N or coloured black.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter L or coloured red.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (U.K. ONLY)

A) If your appliance comes fitted with a plug, it will incorporate

a 13 Amp fuse. If it does not fit your socket, the plug should
be cut off from the mains lead, and an appropriate plug
fitted, as below.
WARNING: Very carefully dispose of the cut off plug after
removing the fuse: do not insert in a 13 Amp socket
elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock hazard.

With alternative plugs not incorporating a fuse, the circuit must be

protected by a 15 Amp fuse.

If the plug is a moulded-on type, the fuse cover must be re­fitted when changing the fuse using a 13 Amp Asta approved
fuse to BS 1362. In the event of losing the fuse cover, the plug
must NOT be used until a replacement fuse cover can be
obtained from your nearest electrical dealer. The colour of the
correct replacement fuse cover is that as marked on the base
of the plug.

B) If your appliance is not fitted with a plug, please follow the

instructions provided below:

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1) In order to set cooking times correctly, remember (in referring to the charts on the following pages)
that when you increase the amount of foodstuffs the cooking time must likewise be proportionately
increased and vice-versa. It is important to respect the “standing” times: standing time means that
period during which the food must be left to “rest” after being cooked so as to allow an even
greater spreading of the temperature within. The temperature of meat, for example, will rise about
5°-8° C. (approx. 9°-15° F.) during the standing time. Standing times may be observed either
inside or outside the oven.

2) One of the main things you must do is stir the food where appropriate several times while
it is being cooked. This helps distribute the heat more uniformly and thus shortens the
cooking time.

3) It is also advisable to turn the foodstuff over where appropriate during its
cooking process: this applies especially for meat, whether it is in large
pieces (roasts, whole chickens, etc.) or small (chicken breasts, etc.).

4) Foods with a skin, shell or peel (e.g., apples, potatoes, tomatoes,

frankfurters, fish) must be pierced with a fork or sharp knife in sev­eral points so as to allow steam to escape and prevent exploding (see
fig. 4).

5) If you are preparing a large number of portions of the same food item
(e.g., boiled potatoes), place them in a large dish to allow uniform cook­ing (see fig.5).

6) The lower the temperature at which a foodstuff is placed in a microwave
oven, the longer the cooking time required. Food having a room tempera­ture will cook more quickly than food having a refrigerator temperature.

7) Always cook by placing the food container in the centre of the turntable.

8) It is perfectly normal for condensation to form inside the oven and near the air outlet. To reduce

such condensation, cover the foodstuffs with clear-film, wax paper, a glass lid or simply an
overturned plate. Foods having a water content (e.g., greens and vegetables) cook better when

covered. The covering of food also helps keep the oven clean on the inside. Make sure when using
clear films that they are suitable for microwave use.

Microwaves consist of electromagnetic radiation
found in nature under the form of light waves
(e.g., sunlight). Inside the oven, these waves
penetrate food from all directions and heat up the
water, fatty and sugar molecules.
Heat is produced very quickly only in the food
itself, whereas the container being used warms
up indirectly by means of heat given off by the
heated food. This prevents food from sticking to
its container, so you can use very little fatty sub-

stance or in some cases, no fat at all during the
cooking process.
Therefore the cooking in a microwave oven is
considered to be healthy and good for one’s
diet.
And in contrast to traditional methods, cooking
in a microwave foodstuffs are less dehydrated,
lose less of their nutritional value, and retain
more of their original flavour.

ADVICE ON USING YOUR OVEN CORRECTLY

fig. 4

Basic rules for correct cooking with a microwave oven

fig. 5

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HOW TO PROGRAMME THE OVEN

HOW TO ADJUST THE CLOCK

1 Push the Clock button (12).

(

An hour will begin blinking on

the display.

)

3. Push the Clock button (12)
once again.

(The hour will
disappear from the display and
the minutes will begin to blink

).

5 Push the Clock button (12)

one more time.(The time set

will appear on the display.)

2. Set the correct hour by pushing
the Time Adjust buttons (11).

(The hour will begin blinking on
the display.)

4. Set the number of minutes
you want by pushing the
Time Adjust buttons(11)

(The
minutes set will begin blinking
on the display.)

* If you wish to change the time on the control panel once it has been set, push the Clock button

(12) and then proceed to a setting of the time as indicated above.

*You can obtain a showing of the time of day even after the oven has started operating simply by

pushing the Clock button. (The time will be shown for 3 seconds.)

* When this appliance is first plugged in, or after there has been a power failure, the figure 12:00

will start blinking on the display.

To set the time of day, proceed as follows:

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USING THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION FOR DEFROSTING

• Foods frozen in bags or plastic sheeting or in their packaging may be placed directly in the oven,
as long as they have no metal parts (e.g., bands or closure rivets).

• Certain foods, such as greens, vegetables and fish, do not have to be defrosted before you begin
cooking them.

•Stewed foods and meats as well as meat sauces defrost better and quicker if they are stirred from
time to time, turned over or croken cup.

•While defrosting, meat and fish lose their liquid content. It is recommended, therefore, that you
defrost such items in a tray or basin.

• It is advisable to separate each individual piece of meat from its bag before putting it in the
freezer. This will help you save valuable time will preparing foods.

• Be careful about following the timings printed on frozen products, because they are and may not
always be correct. It is best to use defrosting times slightly less than those indicated. The time
needed for defrosting will vary in terms of the degree to which the food has been frozen.

• If you open the door to check on the progress of the defrosting, the microwaves will stop and the time
remaining will begin blinking on the display. To continue the defrosting, close the door again and push
the Start button. The oven will resume the time count at the point it was interrupted.

•To return the set time to zero, instead, do as follows:

- if the oven door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once;

- if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (10) twice;

- If the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once.

MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION

This function is suitable for:

• Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 36

• Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 39

• Keeping food warm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 39

• Making stews, cooking white meat,

fruit, vegetables, rice, soups, fish . . . . . .p. 41

MICROWAVE

1. Push the Defrost button (5)

(The display will blink at 0:00
and the defrost-function indica­tor at the upper left will light up.)

3. Push the Start button (16)

(The display will show the time
set up.)

2. Set the desired time by
pushing the Time Adjust
buttons

(11). (The display will

start blinking.)

4. Once the set time has
elapsed, you will hear three
long beeps, and at the same
time the word End will
appear on the display.

HOW TO PROGRAMME THE AUTOMATIC DEFROSTER

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Defrosting times

Type Quantity

Times to be set

(minutes)

Standing time

(minutes)

MEAT

• Roasts (pork, beef, veal, etc.)

• Steaks, cutlets, meat slices

• Stew, goulash

•Ground meat
“

• Hamburger

•Sausages

POULTRY

• Duck, turkey

• Whole chickens

• Cut-up chicken

• Chicken breasts

VEGETABLES

• Cubed eggplant

• Cut-up peppers

• Shelled peas

•Artichoke hearts

• Pieces of asparagus

• Cut-up green beans

• Whole broccoli

•Brussels sprouts

• Cut-up carrots

• Cauliflower tops

• Mixed vegetables

• Cut-up spinach

FISH

• Filleted fish

• Cut-up fish

•Whole fish

• Crayfish

DAIRY PRODUCTS

• Butter

• Cheese

•Cream

BREAD PRODUCTS

•2 average-size rolls

•4 average-size rolls

• Sliced home-style bread

•Whole-wheat bread

FRUIT

• Strawberries, prunes, cherries,

currants, apricots

•Raspberries

• Blackberries

1 kg

200 gr
500 gr
500 gr
250 gr
200 gr
300 gr

1,5 kg

1,5 kg
500 gr
300 gr

500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
300 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
450 gr
300 gr
300 gr

300 gr
400 gr
500 gr
400 gr

250 gr

250 gr

200 ml

150 gr
300 gr
250 gr
250 gr

500 gr

300 gr
250 gr

Notes

20

5
10
15
10
10
10

20
20
10
10

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

7

7

7

7

10

15

5

3

3

3

3

10

10

6

Remove the aluminium paper and
metal pieces.
Partially defrosted. Needs the
standing time.
Cream is to be removed from its
container and put on a plate.

Put the bread directly on the
turntable

Mix 2 or 3 times

Mix 2 or 3 times
Mix 2 or 3 times

At the end of the rest period, wash
under hot water to remove possible
ice

To make defrosting easier, stir the
vegetables from time to time

MICROWAVE

25 - 28

7 - 10
14 - 17
12 - 14

8 - 11

8 - 11
10 - 13

29 - 32
29 - 32
14 - 18
13 - 17

17 - 20
16 - 19
13 - 16
10 - 13
15 - 18
16 - 19
15 - 18
15 - 18
15 - 18
13 - 16
10 - 13
10 - 13

10 - 14
11 - 15
13 - 17
11 - 15

7 - 10

8 - 12

10 - 14

2 - 3
5 - 7
5 - 7
5 - 7

11 - 13

7 - 9
6 - 8

(*)

(

*

) These indications are suitable for carrying out the minced meat defrosting test in accordance with

IEC regulation 705, par. 18.3.
Turn the load upside-down halfway through the time set. The load should rest directly on the
rotating plate. Further indications, also regarding other performance tests in accordance with IEC
regulation 705, are shown in the table on page 2

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• It is possible to access the time of day even while the oven is operating. Simply push the Clock
button (12). The correct time will appear on the display for about 3 seconds.

•You can check on the progress whenever you please by opening the door and taking a close
look at the food. The microwave energy will automatically stop but it will start again when you
close the door and push the Start button (16).

• If for any reason whatsoever it becomes necessary to interrupt the cooking without opening the
oven door, simply push the Stop/Clear button (10).

•To stop the cooking, instead, do as follows:

- if the over door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once;

- if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (10) twice;

- if the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once.

• The cooking time and microwave power can be changed even after you have pushed the Start
button (16) to activate the function desired.

1, Push the Micro button (4)

(The display will start blinking at
0:00 and the second
microwave-function indicator at
the top left will come on, as will
the first microwave-level indica­tor at the bottom right.)

2. Set the time you wish to
employ by pushing the Time
Adjust buttons (11).
(The display will start blink­ing.)

5. Once the set time has
elapsed, you will hear three
long beeps, and at the same
time the word End will
appear on the display.

HOW TO PROGRAMME THE OVEN TO KEEP FOOD HOT, TO REHEAT, AND TO COOK

MICROWAVE

3. Push on the Power Level but­ton (6) until you have select­ed the desired power (5 =
maximum, 1 = minimum). If
you do not use this button,
the oven will operate at full
power (power 5). (The indi­cator in the lower portion of
the display will indicate the
power level selected).

4. Push the Start button (16).
(The display will show the
time and power set up.)

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Heating food in a microwave oven is much quicker and energy efficient than traditional methods.

•We recommend that you heat foods (especially if they are frozen) to
a temperature of at least 70° C. (it must be piping hot!). Leave to stand
for a ten minutes as you will not be able to eat that food immediately
because it will be too hot.

• This will ensure that any possible bacteria present in food will have
been killed.

•To heat pre-cooked or frozen foods, follow these rules:

- remove the food from any metal containers;

- cover it with plastic wrap (the clear-film type suitable for microwave ovens) or wax paper; in
this way, all the food’s natural flavour will be preserved and the oven will stay cleaner; you may
also cover the food with an up turned plate;

- if possible, stir or turn the food over frequently so as to speed up the heating process and to
keep the heat uniform;

- follow the cooking times listed with caution; remember that under certain conditions the tim­ings given must be lengthened

•Frozen foods must be defrosted before the heating process begins. The lower the food’s initial tem­perature, the longer the time needed for heating.

• Foodstuffs and drinks may be heated briefly in paper or plastic containers. In any event, howev­er, such containers may become misshapen if the heating time is too long.

USING THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION FOR RE-HEATING

MICROWAVE

USING THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION TO KEEP FOOD HOT

This function enables you to keep food hot, whether that food be just cooked or re-heated, without it
drying out or sticking to its container and is suitable for most foods.

Selecting the “1” power level and covering the food with a plate or plastic film, you will find that
foods will remain warm up to serving time.

You can leave foods in their cooking container if they are covered.

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Heating times

MICROWAVE

N.B.: Some foodstuffs can easily be reheated by using the pre-memorised Quick menu functions (see
p. 28 or p. 49).

SOFTENING FOOD

• Chocolate/icing

• Butter

•Yoghurt

• Baby’s bottle

• Packet of lasagne or of
pasta with filling

• Packet of meat with and/or
vegetables

• Packet of fish and/or
vegetables

• Plate of meat and/or
vegetables

• plate of pasta, cannelloni or
lasagne

• Plate of fish and/or rice

• Packet of lasagne or of
pasta with filling

• Packet of meat with rice
and/or vegetables

• Packet of fish and/or pre­cooked vegetables

• Packet of fish and/or raw
vegetables

• Portion of meat and/or
vegetables

• Portion of pasta, cannelloni
or lasagne

• Portion of fish and/or rice

•1 cup of water

•1 cup of milk

•1 cup of coffee

•1 plate of broth

•1 cup of water

•1 cup of milk

•1 cup of coffee

•1 plate of broth

100 gr

50 -70 gr

125 gr
240 gr

400 gr

400 gr

300 gr

400 gr

400 gr

300 gr

400 gr

400 gr

300 gr

300 gr

400 gr

400 gr

300 gr

180 cc
150 cc
100 cc
300 cc

180 cc
150 cc
100 cc
300 cc

5 - 6

0.7-0.12

0.12-0.17

0.35-0.40

6 - 8

6 - 8

5 - 7

7 - 9

7 - 9

6 - 8

8 - 10

7 - 9

5 - 7

10 - 12

8 - 10

9 - 11

6 - 8

2.30 - 3
2 - 2.30
2 - 2.30

5 - 6

2 - 2.30

1.30 - 2

1.30 - 2
4 - 5

Put on a plate. Mix the icing once.

Remove metal foil

Heat the baby’s bottle without the teat
and mix it immediately after heating to
make the temperature uniform. Check the
temperature of the contents before use.

With milk at room temperature the heating
time is lower. To avoid risk of fire when
using dried milk please stir evenly. Please
use already sterilized milk.

Packets of any kind of commercially
available pre-cooked food, to be heated to
a temp. of 70° C. Remove the food from
any rice metal packets and put it directly
onto the plate from which it is to be eaten.
For best results, always cover the food.

Portions of any kind of already cooked
food, to heat to a temp. of 70°C. The food
is placed directly onto the plate from
which it is to be eaten and is always
covered either with a transparent film or
with an upturned plate.

Packets of any kind of commercially
available pre-cooked frozen food, to be
heated to a temp. of 70° C directly in its
packet. Remove the food from any metal
containers and put it directly onto the plate
from which it is to be eaten, increasing
cooking time by a few minutes.

Remove the raw food from the packets and
place it in a container suitable for
microwaves and cover.

Portions of any kind of already cooked
frozen food, to be heated to a temperature
of 70°C. Place the frozen food in the plate
from which it is to be eaten and cover it
with another upturned plate or pyrex dish.
Check that it is hot in the centre; where
possible, mix the food.

All the drinks should be mixed after being
heated to make the temperature uniform.
For the broth we recommend covering it
with an upturned plate.

All the drinks should be mixed after being
heated to make the temperature uniform.
For the broth we recommend covering it
with an upturned plate.

Type Quantity

power level

times

(minuts)

Notes

3
5

5
5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5
5
5
5

5
5
5
5

CHILLED FOOD (INITIAL TEMP. 5/8°C) UP TO 20/30°C

CHILLED PRECOOKED FOOD (INITIAL TEMP. 5/8°C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C

FROZEN FOOD TO REHEAT/COOK (INITIAL TEMP. -18°/-20°C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C

CHILLED DRINKS (INITIAL TEMP. 5°/8° C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C

DRINKS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE (INITIAL TEMP. 20°/30°C) UP TO APPROX. 70° C

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GREENS AND VEGETABLES

Greens and vegetables cooked in a microwave oven retain more of their colour and nutritional value
than when cooked in traditional ovens. Before cooking greens and vegetables, wash and clean them.
Larger-sized varieties of this category are to be cut up into uniform pieces.
Per every 500 gr. of greens or vegetables add about 5 teaspoons of water (fibre-type vegetables need
more water).
Greens and vegetables must always be covered with plastic wrap.
Stir greens and vegetables at least once at the halfway point. Add a little salt only at the end.

MEATS

When using the microwave-only function to cook meat, you should cover the meat with plastic wrap
made for microwave oven use; in this way, the heat is distributed better and you will prevent the loss
of juices that often leads to dried-up and stringy meat. This oven function is suitable for making stews,
goulash, chicken breasts, etc. To prepare roasts and skewered meat dishes (among others), you must
use the combined function.

FISH

In a microwave oven, fish can be prepared very quickly and with excellent results. You can season it with a little
oil or butter (or not season it at all, if you so prefer). Cover the fish with clear-sheet. The skin is to be slit, of course,
and filleted fish must be placed in a uniform fashion. We recommend that you not use this oven to cook fish which
has been dipped in egg batter.

USING THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION FOR COOKING

SOUPS AND RICE

Soups or broth usually require a smaller amount of liquid because the evaporation in microwave
ovens is rather limited. Because it is a dehydrating agent, salt must be added only when the cooking
is finished or during the standing time.
It is correct to say that the temperature required for cooking rice in a microwave oven (as is true also
for pasta) is more or less the same as that needed to cook this foodstuff over a burner on a regular
stove. The advantage of preparing a risotto dish in a microwave oven lies in the fact that you do not
have to stir the rice constantly (two or three times is enough).
The ingredients are placed in a container suitable for microwave ovens and covered with plastic wrap
(for about 300 gr. of rice, you need 750 gr. of broth with the oven programmed at top power for
about 12 to 15 minutes). In addition, the rice will not stick to the bottom of its container and, since it
can be cooked in a tureen or some other such receptacle to be brought to the table, you will not have
to transfer that rice to a serving plate.

MICROWAVE

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5

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5

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300 gr
300 gr
500 gr
250 gr
400 gr
500 gr

500 gr
300 gr

500 gr
500 gr

500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr

250 gr

300 gr

500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr

1,5 kg

500 gr
900 gr

2
2
2
2
2
2

4
4

4
4

4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4

4

4

4
4
4
4
4

10

3
5

Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap

Cut into 2-cm. pieces

It would be better to use
artichoke bottoms
Cut into pieces

Separate into individual
“florets”

Leave whole
Leave whole
Leave whole
Cut into same-size pieces
Separate into stalks
Separate into pieces
Cut into cubes
Leave whole
Leave whole. No water is

needed
Whole, but of the same

size. No water is needed.
Cover after having washed

and drained the leaves.

Cut into quarters
Cut into pieces
Cut into same-size pieces
Leave whole

Cook covered and stir 2 or
3 times.
Tu rn over at the halfway poin

(*)

Type Quantity Power levels

Times to be set

(minutes)

Notes

Standing time

(minutes)

FISH

• Filleted

• Slices

• Whole

• Whole

• Cut-up fish

• Crayfish

GREENS AND VEGETABLES

• Asparagus

•Artichokes

•Green beans

•Broccoli

•Brussels sprouts

• White cabbage

• Red cabbage

• Carrots

• Cauliflower

• Celery

• Eggplant

• Leek

• Mushrooms

• Onions

• Spinach

• Peas

• Fennel

• Peppers

• Potatoes

• Zucchini

MEATS

• Stew

• Chicken breasts

• Meat loaf

Cooking times

N.B: These cooking times are but approximate and

are better determined by the weight as well as the starting temperature of the foodstuffs and —
for greens and vegetables — by the foodstuffs’ consistency and general make-up

(

*

) These indications are suitable for carrying out the minced meat cooking test in accordance with

IEC regulation 705, test C.
Cover the container with a transparent film for microwave oven, perforated in several places.
Further instructions, also with regard to other performance tests in accordance with IEC regulation
705, are shown in the table on page 2

MICROWAVE

9 - 11
11 - 13
12 - 14

9 - 11
11 - 13
11 - 13

11 - 12
12 - 13

13 - 14

9 - 10

9 - 10

9 - 10

9 - 10
11 - 12
13 - 14

9 - 10

8 - 9
8 - 9
8 - 9

7 - 8

8 - 9

12 - 13
14 - 15
11 - 12
10 - 11

9 - 10

42 - 47

15 - 20
22 - 24

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May be used in combination with any
cream whatsoever
To be filled with jam or jelly.
The pineapple slices can be laid on the
bottom of the pin plate or cut into pieces
and mixed into the dough.
The apples are spread on top as a deco­rative effect.
Excellent when filled with cream.
Mix with a whisk every 30 seconds
The pears are to be cut into quarters.
The apples are to be cut into pieces.
These indications are suitable for carrying

out the cooking test in accordance with
IEC regulation 705, par. 17.3, test A and
test B respectively. Further instructions,
also with regard to other performance
tests in accordance with IEC regulation
705, are shown in the table on page 2

Nut cake (700 gr)

Viennese torte (850 gr)
Pineapple cake (800 gr)

Apple cake (1000 gr)

Coffee cake (750 gr)
Zabaione
Cooked pears (300 gr)
Cooked apples (300 gr)
Egg custard (750 gr)
Test A

Sponge cake (475 gr)
Test B

3

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4
5

“
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5

5
5

5

5
3
3
3
5

5

Type/quantity Power levels

Standing time

(minutes)

Observations and advice

Cooking times for baked goods and fruit

Times to be set

(minutes)

FRUIT AND BAKED GOODS

Baked goods rise (at lower oven power) much more than then do with regular baking. Since no crust
is formed, it is better to garnish the surface portions with cream or icing (e.g., chocolate); in addition,
you must keep the item being baked fully covered, because such foodstuffs tend to dry out more quick­ly than those baked in a regular oven. Fruit is to be pierced if cooked with its peel on and is to be
kept covered: it is essential that you adhere to the standing time (3 to 5 minutes).

MICROWAVE

18 - 23

22 - 27
20 - 25

22 - 27

18 - 23

4 - 6
6 - 8

7 - 10

14 - 16

7 - 9

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MICROWAVE

+ GRILL

COMBINED MICROWAVE + GRILL FUNCTION

This function is suitable for:

• Quickly cooking all types of roasts, poultry, skewered meats, potatoes ................ p. 45

• Au-gratin cooking (e.g., lasagne, cheese-topped vegetables, macaroni) .............. p. 45

1. Push the Combi button (3) (The
display will blink at 0:00,and the
upper indicator for the combined
microwave + grill function will
come on, as will the microwave­power indicator at the lower left.)

2. Set the time you wish to
employ by turning the Timer
knob (11).(

The display will

begin to blink.)

5. Once the set time has elapsed,
you will hear three long
beeps, and at the same time
the word End will appear on
the display.

HOW TO PROGRAMME THE COMBINED MICROWAVE + GRILL FUNCTION

3. Push down on the Power Level
button (6) until you have select­ed the power you wish to
employ (5 = maximum, 1 =
minimum). If you do not push
this button, the oven will operate
at power level 3.

(The indicator on
the lower portion of the display will
indicate the power selected.)

4. Push the Start button (16).

(The display will show the time
and the power set up.)

• It is possible access the time of day while the oven is operating. Simply push the Clock button (12).
The correct time will appear on the display for about 3 seconds.

•You can check the progress of the set function whenever you please by opening the door and tak­ing a close look at the food. The microwave energy will automatically stop but it will start again when
you close the door and push the Start button (16).

• If for any reason whatsoever it becomes necessary to interrupt the cooking without opening the oven
door, simply push the Stop/Clear button (10).

•To stop the cooking, instead, do as follows:

- if the oven door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once;

- if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (10) twice;

- if the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once.

• The cooking time and microwave power can be changed even after you have pushed the Start but-
ton (16) to activate the function desired.

NOTE: This model has an automatic cooling cycle activated when the oven is too hot after cooking with “combined
microwave+grill” or “grill only” functions. The fan, oven light and turntable remain in operation (for a further five
minutes) while the grill element and microwave components are off. In addition, when the door is opened and closed
to remove food, the word “Cool” is displayed until the cycle is completed.

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11

18

13

20

25

25

18

35

25 - 30

60

25

40
25
45
50
45

45

5

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3

5

“

4
5
2

3

4
3

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MICROWAVE

+ GRILL

USING THE COMBINED MICROWAVE + GRILL FUNCTION TO COOK

This setting is ideal for all those dishes which have to be “au gratin” or must be given a certain colour.
You must keep the following in mind.

• Do not spunkle with seasonings in general (use only 1/2 cup of water to keep meat tender).

•Turn roasts and large cuts of meat over when they are half-cooked.

• If, while the cooking is in progress, the top surface of the foodstuff is sufficiently browned before
the set time has elapsed, push the Start/Clear button (10) to re-set the time remaining for
microwaves only. To check on the progress of the cooking itself, open the oven door. Always be
careful to wear padded gloves made for oven use because the heating element is hot. The act of
opening the door will interrupt the operations of both the microwaves and the grill. When you
open the door to check the grilling process, always be careful to the oven gloves to remove food
from oven because the heating element is hot.To resume the cooking, all you have to do is close
the oven door and push the Start button (16).

• In cooking with the combined grill function, do not pre-heat the oven and do not operate the oven
if there are no foodstuffs in it.

Times required with uncooked
pasta. If pasta is pre-cooked, cook
in combined grill function until
desired au gratin grade is obtained

Avoid excessive melting.

The pasta should first be
partly boiled.

Times required with 500 gr.
of raw cauliflower. If pre­boiled, cook in combined
grill function until desired au
gratin grade is obtained.

The tomatoes should all be
of the same size.
Short wide peppers are
best.
The aubergine may first be
fried or grilled.
Stir 2 or 3 times.

(*)

Tu rn at the halfway point. Tu rn

after 35’-40’.

Mix together 500 grams of
ground beef, eggs, ham, bread
crumbs, etc.

(**)

Tu rn at the halfway point.
Tu rn at the halfway point.
Tu rn at the halfway point.
Tu rn at the halfway point

Type Quantity

Power

levels

Times to be

set (minutes)

Notes

Standing time

(minutes)

• Lasagne

• Gnocchi alla

romana

•Well-seasoned

macaroni

• Cauliflower in

bechamel sauce

•Tomatoes au gratin

• Stuffed peppers

• Aubergine alla

parmigiana

• Roast potatoes

• Potatoes au gratin

• Roasts (pork, beef)

•Meat loaf

These
instructions do not refer to
test C of IEC regulation
705 which is represented
in the table on page 2

• Whole chicken

• Skewered meat

• Lamb

•Turkey (pieces)

• Duck

1100 gr

600 gr

1500 gr

1000 gr

800 gr

1400 gr

1300 gr

750 gr
1100 gr
1000 gr

800 gr

1200 gr

600 gr
1000 gr
1000 gr
1000 gr

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

5
5

10

10

10
10
10
10
10

Cooking times

microwave
only

(*) These indications are suitable for carrying out the mincemeat defrosting test in accordance with IEC regulation

705, par. 17.3 Test D. Further indications, also regarding other performance tests in accordance with IEC
regulation 705, are shown in the table on page 2

(**)Puncture the skin with a fork to let the fat seep out. These indications are suitable for carrying out cooking

tests in accordance with IEC regulation 705, par. 17.3 Test F. Further indications, also regarding other
performance tests in accordance with IEC regulation 705, are shown in the table on page 2

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GRILL-ONLY FUNCTION

This function is suitable for:

• All types of normal grilling (e.g., hamburgers, chops, frankfurters, toast, etc.) ..................................p. 47

• It is possible to access the time of day while the oven is operating. Simply push the Clock button
(12). The correct time will appear on the display for about 3 seconds.

•You can check on the progress of the set function whenever you please by opening the door and
taking a close look at the food. The grill function will thus be interrupted, but it will resume
operating when you close the oven door and push the Start button (16).

• If for any reason whatsoever it becomes necessary to interrupt the cooking without opening the
oven door, simply push the Stop/Clear button (10).

•To stop the cooking, instead, do as follows:

- if the oven door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once;

- if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (10) twice.

- if the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (10) once.

• The cooking time may be changed even after you have pushed the Start button (16) to start the
cooking.

NOTE: This model has an automatic cooling cycle activated when the oven is too hot after cooking with
“grill only” functions. See page 44.

1. Push the Grill button (2) (The

display will start blinking at
0:00, and the grill function
indicator on top will come on.)

2. Set the time desired by
pushing the Time Adjust
buttons (11).

(The display will

start blinking.)

4. Once the set time has
elapsed, you will hear three
long beeps, and at the same
time the word End will
appear on the display.

HOW TO PROGRAMME COOKING WITH THE GRILL-ONLY FUNCTION

3. Put the food on the upper wire
rack and place everything on
the turnable. Close the door.
Push the Start button
(16).

(The display will set up.)

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Turn over after 12 minutes.

Must always be pierced. If particularly fatty,
the sausages should be cut in half.
Turn over after 8 minutes.

Turn over after 8 minutes.

Cut in quarters.
Turn over after 7 minutes

Slices one cm. thick. Turn over after 7 minutes.

Slices one cm. thick. Turn over after 7 minutes.

Trim the crusts carefully. Turn over after 2
minutes.

Type Quantity

Times to be set

(minutes)

Notes

•Veal or pork chops

•Sausages

• Hamburger

• Peppers

•Aubergine (eggplant)

• Zucchini

•Toasted bread

3

3

3

1

4 slices

6 strips

4 slices

Cooking times

USING THE OVEN-GRILL-ONLY FUNCTION FOR GRILLING

By using this function, you can make all kinds of delicious grilled dishes.
Always pre-heat the grill for 5 to 8 minutes before starting the cooking process.
All dishes being prepared must be turned over at the halfway point, to archive even browning.

20 - 24

14 - 16

14 - 17

12 - 14

12 - 14

12 - 15

4

When opening oven door to check on cooking, the elements will be red-hot: be careful not to get
burned and always use oven gloves.

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5. Push down on the Power level button
(6) until you have selected the power
desired (5 = maximum, 1 =
minimum).

(The indicator at the bottom of
the display will show the power level
selected.)

PROGRAMMING SEVERAL OPERATIONS ONE AFTER ANOTHER

2. Set the time you wish by pushing the
Time Adjust buttons. (11).

(The display will start blinking.)

•You can set up the following sequences:

- defrosting + cooking

- cooking 1 + cooking 2

- defrosting + cooking 1 + cooking 2
Example: Setting up a defrosting + cooking sequence

7. At the end of the sequence set up, you
will hear three long beeps, and the
word End will appear on the display.

1. Push the Defrost button (5).
(

The figure 0:00 will start blinking and the
defrost-function indicator at the upper left
will come on.)

3. Push the Micro button (4).

(The display will start blinking at 0:00,
and the second microwave-function
indicator at the upper left will come on as
well as the first microwave-level indicator

4. Set the time you wish to employ by
pushing the Time Adjust buttons (11).

(The display will start blinking.)

6. Push the Start button (16) to begin
the sequence.

(The display will show in order the time of
the function selected.).

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USING THE "QUICK MENU" BUTTONS

MICROWAVE

The "Quick Menu" buttons apply to five (5) different programmes with "pre-memorised" cooking
times and power levels. These programmes guarantee excellent results for the dishes indicated in the
table below.

Button What you can make Recommendations

(9) Beverages

•Press 1 time

•Press 2 times

•Press 3 times

•Press 4 times

• Reheat one small cup of coffee (60 cc)
already at room temperature.

• Reheat 2 small cups or one large cup
of coffee (120 cc) already at room
temperature

• Reheat one large cup (200 cc) still at
refrigerator temperature

• Reheat one serving of soup (300 cc)
still at refrigerator temperature.

After having heated the liquid,
stir well to give it an even
temperature

(14) Jacket potatoes

•Press 1 time

•Press 2 times

•Press 3 times

• Cook 200 gr. of potatoes

• Cook 400 gr. of potatoes

• Cook 600 gr. of potatoes

Wash the skin very well,
puncture with a fork, and place
on the turntable. To be served
hot with a butter or cheese
filling.

Suggested for reheating foods
cooked and placed in the
refrigerator the previous day.
Cover with transparent film or
an upturned plate.

(7) Pop Corn

•Press 1 time • Make one 100-gr. package of popcorn
prepared for use in a microwave oven.

Carefully read the instructions
on the package and place on
the turntable.

Place the pizza right on the turntable.

If the pack is suitable for
microwave cooking, rest it
directly on the turntable.
Alternatively tip the contents of
the tray onto the serving plate
and cover it with transparent
film or an upturned plate.

(15) Chilled Ready Meals

•Press 1 time

•Press 2 times

• Reheat a 100-gr. serving still at
refrigerator temperature.

• Reheat 250 gr. of meat or meat +
vegetables still at refrigerator
temperature

(8) Pizza frozen pre-cooked food

•Press 1 times

•Press 2 times

•Press 3 times

• Heat 1 frozen pre-cooked pizza (300 gr.).

•To reheat one pack (max. 300 gr. of frozen
pre-cooked food or a max. of 300 gr. of
frozen ready meals (eg. meat or vegetables).

•To reheat two packs (max. 550 gr. of
frozen pre-cooked food or a max. of 550
ge. of frozen ready meals (eg. meat or
vegetables).

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"QUICK REHEAT" PROGRAMME: FROM 1 TO 6 MINUTES AT MAXIMUM POWER

1. Push the +1 min button (13).
(The display will start blinking at
1:00 and the second indicator at
the top left [the microwave func­tion] as well as the first indicator
at the bottom right [microwave
power] will come on.).

2. Push the Start button (16) to
activate the microwaves.

3. Once the set time has
elapsed, you will hear three
long beeps, and the word End
will appear on the display.

The temperature increases by 30 seconds every time you push the button up to a maximum of 6 minutes.

1Press the Quick Menu button

desired (see above).
(The pre-set time will blink on
the display, while the second
indicator in the upper left
and the one below it for the
pre-set microwave power
will switch on.)

2 Push the Start button (16) to

turn the oven on.

3When the set time has

expired, you will hear three (3)
long beeps and the word End
will appear on the display.

TO SET PRE-MEMORISED COOKING TIMES, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:

MICROWAVE

This function is very useful when heating small amounts of food or drink, or for adding an extra
minute when cooking time has already elapsed.

CHILD SAFETY DEVICE

To prevent unwanted and accidental use of the oven, the electronic control un it is fitted with the following safety devices:

1START button block

- When the oven is off and programming has not begun (the clock is displayed), keep the START button depressed (16)
for 5 seconds.

-You will hear a short beep and it will no longer be possible to cook with the oven.

-To turn off the safety block, keep the START button (16) pressed until you hear a beep.

2 Cooking time modification block

When set, this safety device prevents cooking times from being tampered with or modified while cooking is underway.
This avoids the time being accidentally and dangerously prolonged (the food might burn!).

- When the oven is off and programming has not begun (the clock is displayed), press the

STOP/CLEAR button (10) for

5 seconds.

-You will hear a short beep and it will no longer be possible to modifying cooking times while cooking in underway.

-To turn off the safety block, keep the

STOP/CLEAR button (10) pressed until you hear a beep.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before beginning any cleaning or maintenance, always pull this oven’s plug from the socket and
wait for the oven itself to cool down completely

Cleaning

Thanks to the special enamel coating on your oven’s inner compartment,
enamel which does not retain the fatty splashes and food particles which
normally build up inside an oven, it is extremely easy to clean this
appliance. Always keep the microwave outlet cover (C) free of fat or
splashed grease. Never use abrasive detergents, scouring pads or tools
with metal rivets when you clean the oven’s exterior. In addition, be
careful not to let water or liquid detergent seep into the air and steam
outlet slots located atop the oven. Do not use ammonia-based detergents.
We likewise recommend that you do not use alcohol, steel wool or
abrasive detergents to clean the inside and outside door surfaces in order
to avoid scraches. To ensure perfect closing, always keep the inside of the
door clean, and do not let dirt and food residue get caught between the
door and the oven’s façade.

Clean the air inlet holes located on the back of the oven regularly so that
no dust or dirt will build up over time to obstruct those holes.

From time to time, it will be necessary to remove the turntable (G and its
support (H) and clean them, just as it will be necessary to clean the bottom
of the oven. Wash the turntable and its support in warm soapy water with neutral soap. These parts
may also be cleaned in a dishwasher. Do not place the turntable in cold water after the oven has
been hot for a long time. The strong thermal shock could cause the turntable to break. The turntable’s
motor is sealed tight. When you are cleaning the bottom of the oven, however, be careful not to let water
seep under the turntable spindle (D).

C

If something seems not to be working just right .....

If you should discover a flaw or defect, contact a Service Centre authorised by the manufacturer. In
any case, before calling our technicians, you should carry out the following simple checks:

problem cause/remedy

• The oven is not working

• Condensation on the cooking rack
and inside the oven.

• Sparks inside the oven.

• The food is not heating sufficiently

• The food is burning

• The food is not cooking evenly

• The door is not properly closed.

• The plug is not properly inserted in the electric outlet.

• The outlet is not supplying power (check the building’s fuse box).

• When foods containing water are being cooked, it is
completely normal for the steam generated within the oven to
escape and to condense either inside the oven or on the
cooking rack.

•When using the microwave-only and combined functions, do not
turn the oven on unless there is already food inside it.

• When cooking by microwaves, do not use metal containers,
bags, or packages with metal clips.

• Select the correct power level or increase the cooking time.

•The food was not completely defrosted before being cooked.

• Use the correct cooking method or lower the cooking time.

• Stir the food while it is being cooked. Remember that
foodstuffs cook better when cut into uniform pieces.

• The turntable is not spinning.

In case oven-light is burned, you may continue to use the oven anyway. To replace the light, contact
authorised Assistance.

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