Kompernass KH 1166 User Manual

KOMPERNASS GMBH • BURGSTRASSE 21 • D-44867 BOCHUM

www.kompernass.com

ID no.: KH1166-06/07-V1

UK

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:13 Uhr Seite 1

 Microwave oven with grill function KH 1166

Operating Instructions

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 2

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 3

KH 1166

Q

W

E

R

T

Y

U

I

O

{
}

P

q

w

e

r

t

i
u

y

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 4

- 3 -



KH 1166

Microwave oven with grill function KH 1166 Page

Introduction 5

Proper Use 5
Package Contents 5
Description of Components 5
Buttons/controls on the control panel 5
Technical Data 5

Safety 6

Safety precautions for the avoidance of excessive contact
with microwave energy 6
Important safety instructions 6
Earthing notice/Correct Installation 10
Interference with other appliances 10

Installation of the appliance 10

Before you begin 11

Basic principles of microwave cookery 11
Use suitable cookware 11

Description of functions 12

Setting the clock 12
Setting the kitchen timer 12

Operation 13

Cooking in the microwave oven 13
Quick start 14
Memory function 15
Selecting Pre-setting 15
Auto Menu 16
Grill function 18
Grill/Combi cooking procedure 19
Weight defrost 20
Jet defrost 20
Query functions 20
Child protection system 20
Power-save function 21
Acoustic signal function 21

Cleaning and care 22

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 3

Disposal 23

Warranty & service 23

Importer 23

Tips 23

Freezing and thawing – the easy way ... 23
Cooking – the easy way … 25
Grilling – the easy way … 27

Recipe suggestions 29

Pizza 29
Onionsoup with baked-over Cheese topping. 30
Lentil Hotpot 30
Cauliflower with gratinated cheese topping 31
Macaroni and minced meat casserole with broccoli 31
Fillet of pork with mushrooms in spicy paprika sauce 32
Potato gratin 32
Chicken Fricassee 33
Green chicken casserole 33
Bread or bacon dumplings 34
White sauce 34
Vanilla sauce 34
Rice pudding 35
Red fruit pudding (with strawberries and raspberries) 35

Index 36

- 4 -



KH 1166

Read the operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time
and preserve this booklet for later reference. Hand over the manual to whomsoever
you might pass the appliance on to.

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 4

- 5 -



Microwave oven with
grill function KH 1166

Introduction

Proper Use

This appliance is intended for the hea­ting up and preparation of foodstuffs
according to the described procedures.
Every modification to the appliance shall
be deemed to be improper use and
implies substantial danger of accidents.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility
for damage(s) arising out of usage that
is contrary to the instructions specified
below. This appliance is not intended for
commercial use.

Legend

 Attention Warnings regarding

damages to the appliance.

 DANGER! Risk of injuries!

 Notes! Note – Hints and tips for

using the microwave.

Package Contents

 Attention! Plastic bags can present a

danger. To avoid any danger of suffo­cation, keep this bag away from
babies and children.

Immediately after unpacking the appliance,
please ensure that the contents are com­plete and not damaged.

1 Microwave oven, Model KH 1166
1 Turnable grill plate
1 Metal rack for grill operation
1 Operating manual
1 Warranty booklet

Description of Components

Q Turnable grill plate
W Ventilation opening
E LED display
R Control panel
T Control knob
Y Door opener
U Safety door closure
I Viewing window
O Metal rack for grill operation

Buttons/controls on the control panel

P Key panel for eleven pre-programmed

cooking functions (Auto Cook)

{ Weight Defrost
} Jet Defrost
q Grill/Combi
w Clock/Kitchen timer
e Cancel/Stop/Childlock
r Start/Quickstart
t Grill
y Microwave
u Memory
i Pre-setting

This symbol on your microwave
warns you of the danger of burns.

Technical Data

Rated voltage: 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power rating: 1300 W
Power output
Microwave: 800 W
Power Consumption
Grill: 1350 W
Interior volume: approx. 20 l

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 5

- 6 -



Safety 

Safety precautions for the avoidan­ce of excessive contact with micro­wave energy

• Do not try to operate the appliance
while the door is open, as this can lead
to a damaging dose of microwave
radiation. It is also important not to
break open or manipulate the safety
locks.

• Do not jam anything between the
front of the appliance and the door,
and make sure that there is no resi­dual food or cleaning agent on the
seals.

 WARNING: If the door or door seals

are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired
by a competent person)

 WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone

other than a competent person to
carry out any service or repair opera­tion that involves the removal of a
cover which gives protection against
exposure to microwave energy.

Important safety instructions

When using electrical appliances, ele­mentary safety precautions must be
taken, including the following:

 Danger: To reduce the risk of burns,

electric shock, fires, bodily injuries or
excessive contact with microwave
radiation:

Please read all instructions before using
the appliance.

• Only use this appliance for its inten­ded purpose as described in this
manual. Do not use any caustic
chemicals or vapours in this appliance.
This microwave oven is especially
designed for heating, cooking,
grilling, or drying foodstuffs. It is
not designed for use in industrial
or laboratory areas.

• Do not use the microwave oven
when it is empty.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Place the microwave oven so that
there is a minimum distance of 20 cm
to walls or cupboards. Ensure ventila­tion openings are always free. The
microwave is not designed to fit into
a kitchen unit.

• The AC power supply must be 230 V,
50 Hz, with a minimum 16 A distribu­tion line fuse, or a minimum 16 A
distribution circuit breaker. It is
recommended that a seperate circuit
serving only this appliance be provi­ded.

• Do not install the oven in an area of
high humidity or where moisture
may collect.

• Do not leave the oven unattended
when using disposable plastic, paper
or other combustible foot contai­ners.

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 6

- 7 -



• Do not place flammable materials
near the oven or ventilation ope­nings.

• Remove all metallic seals, wire twists,
etc., from food and food packages.
Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause
a fire.

• To make popcorn, use only special
microwave popcorn makers.

• Do not store food or any other items
inside the oven.

• Check the settings after you start the
oven to ensure the oven is operating
as desired.

• Inside the oven cavity or on the door;
make sure there are no dents.

• Do not allow grease or dirt to build
up on the door seals and adjacent
parts.

• Under no circumstances should you
remove the outer cabinet. Never spill
or insert any objects into the door
lock openings or ventilation ope­nings. In the event of a spill, turn off
and unplug the oven immediately,
and call an authorised service agent.

• Do not attemp to replace the oven
lamp yourself or allow anyone who is
not an electrician authorised to do
so. If the oven lamp fails, please con­sult your dealer or an authorised ser­vice agent. If the power supply cord
of this appliance is damaged, it must
be replaced by an authorised service
agent.

• Take care when microwaving liquids.
Use a widemouthed container to
allow bubbles to escape.

• To prevent sudden erruption of boi­ling liquid and possible scalding:

- Stir liquid prior to heating/rehea-

ting.

- It is advisable to insert a glass rod or
similar utensil into the liquid whilst
reheating.

- Let liquid stand for at last 20 sconds
in the oven at the end of cooking
time to prevent delayed eruptive
boiling.

• Pierce the skin of such foods as pota­toes, sausages and fruit before coo­king, or they may explode.

• To avoid burns, always test food tem­perature and stir before serving and
pay special attention to the tempera­ture of food and drink given to
babies, children or the elderly. Tem­perature of the container is not a
true indication of the temperature of
the fod or drink, always check the
food temperature.

• Sliced stuffed baked foods after hea­ting to release steam and avoid
burns.

• Keep children away from the door, to
prevent them burning themselves.

• Do not touch the oven door, outer
cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation ope­nings, bottom grill, accessoires and
dishes during grill, dual and automa­tic operation (exept auto defrost) as
they will become hot. Before clea­ning make sure they are not hot.

• 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 lean or swing on the oven
door. Do not play with the oven or
use it as a toy.

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 7

- 8 -



• Children should be tought all impor­tant safety instructions: use of pot
holders, careful emoval of food cove­rings; paying special attention to
packaging (e.g. self-heating materials)
designed to make food crisp, as they
may be extra hot.

• Never modify the oven in any way.

• Do not move the oven while it is in

operation.

• When using a browning dish or self-

heating material, always place a heat
resistant insulator such as a porcelain
plate under it to prevent damage to
the turntable due to heat stress. The
preheating time specified in the dish´s
insructions must not be exceeded.

• Do not use metal utensils, which

reflect microwaves and may cause
electrical arcing. Do not put cans in
the oven.

• Use only the turntable designed for

this oven.

• Do not place anything on the outer

cabinet during operation.

• Do not use plastic containers for

microwaving if the oven is still hot
from using the grill, dual and auto­matic operation (exept auto defrost),
because they may melt. Plastic con­tainers must not be used during
above modes unless the container
manufacturer says they are suitable.

• If you are unsure how to connect

your oven, please consult an authori­sed, qualified electrician.

• Water vapour or drops may occasi-

nally form on the oven walls or
around the door seals and sealing
surfaces. This is a normal occurrence
and is not an indication of microwa­ve leakage or a malfunction.

• The electrical outlet must be readily
accessible so that the unit can be
unplugged easily in an emergency.

• Do not place the oven in areas where
heat is generated. For example, close
to a conventional oven.

• Clean the waveguide cover, the oven
cavity and the turntable after use.
After cooking fatty foods without lid,
always clean the cavity and especially
the grill heating elements thorough­ly. These must be dry and free from
grease. Built-up grease may overheat
and begin to smoke or catch fire.

• Individuals with pacemakers should
check with their doctor or the manu­facturer of the pacemaker for pre­cautions regarding microwave ovens.

• Do not immerse the power supply
cord or plug in water or any other
liquid.

• Do not let the power supply cord
hang over the edge of a table or
work surface.

• Keep the power supply cord away
from heated surfaces, including the
rear of the oven.

• Always open containers, popcorn
makers, oven cooking bags, etc.,
away from the face and hands to
avoid steam burns.

• Always stand back from the oven
door when opening it, to avoid burns
from escaping steam and heat.

 Danger: Only permit children

unsupervised use of the microwave
oven when they have received ade­quate instruction in its operation.
Children must understand the dan­gers from improper usage.

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 8

- 9 -



• To minimize the risk of fire in the
microwave: When heating food in
plastic or paper containers, always
keep an eye on the microwave when
it is in operation, as these materials
can catch fire.

• Remove closures containing wire from
paper or plastic bags, before placing
them in the microwave.

• Should you notice smoke, switch
the appliance off or pull the plug
from the socket and keep the door
closed to suffocate any possible flames.

• Do not use the interior of the micro­wave for storage purposes. Do not
leave paper items, cooking utensils
or food in the microwave when it is
not being used.

 Important: Liquids and other foods

must not be heated in airtight con­tainers, as these may explode and
damage the appliance.

When heating beverages in the
microwave, bubbling may be delayed
when the drink boils. Therefore, be
careful when handling the container.

• Do not fry in the microwave. Hot oil
can damage parts of the appliance
and utensils and even cause skin
burns.

• Eggs in their shells and hard-boiled
eggs should not be heated in the
microwave, as they may explode,
even after completion of the heating
process.
Food with thick skins, such as pota­toes, whole pumpkins, apples and
chestnuts must be pricked before
cooking.

The content of babies' bottles or jars
of baby food should be shaken or
stirred.

 Danger: Before feeding, check the

temperature to avoid potentially
lethal burns for babies.

Cooking utensils may become hot
from the heat emitted by the food,
so you may require oven gloves to
touch them. In this case it should be
checked if the cooking utensils are
suitable for use in the microwave.

 Danger: Microwave radiation is

dangerous! Arrange for service and
repair work, in which the coverings
that protect you from contact with
microwave radiation need to be
removed, to be carried out only by
trained specialists.

 Danger: Inadequate cleanliness of

the cooking appliance can lead to
destruction of the upper surface,
which on your part influences the
total period of use and could possibly
lead to dangerous situations.

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 9

- 10 -



Earthing notice/Correct Installation

This appliance must be earthed. The
appliance has a lead with an earthing
wire and earthing connector. A corre­spondingly installed and earthed wall
socket is required for this. In the case of
a short circuit, earthing with the earthing
cable reduces the risk of an electric
shock. An individual circuit solely for the
connection of the microwave is recom­mended. The use of high voltages is dan­gerous and can cause fires or other
accidents, resulting in damage to the
appliance.

 Danger: Improper use of the earthing

connector can cause the risk of an
electric shock.

 NOTE: Should you have any questions

about earthing or the instructions on
the use of this electrical appliance,
please consult an electrician or a
maintenance technician.

Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer
can accept liability for damage to the
microwave oven or injury to persons
resulting from failure to comply with
the instructions for electrical connection.

Interference with other appliances

The operation of the microwave can
cause interference on your radio, televi­sion or similar appliances.
If such interference should occur, it may
be reduced or corrected with the following
remedial measures:

• Clean the door and the seal of
the microwave.

• Re-align the receiver antenna
of your radio or television.

• Position the microwave in a
different place to the receiver.

• Move the microwave away
from the receiver.

• Plug the microwave into another
wall socket. The microwave and
the receiver should be connected
to different circuits.

Installation of the appliance

• Choose an even surface offering
enough space for the ventilation of
the appliance.

• Ensure that you maintain a minimum
distance of 20 cm from neighbouring
walls/surfaces. Make sure that the
door of the microwave oven can be
opened easily.

• Ensure that the electrical plug is
accessible without problem, so that
in case of danger it can be easily
reached and removed.

• Keep a gap of at least 20 cm free
above the microwave.

• Do not remove the feet underneath
the microwave.

• Do not block air supply and exhaust
openings. Otherwise,it could cause
damage to the appliance.

• Place the appliance as far away as
possible from radios and TV sets.
The operation of a microwave oven
can cause disturbances to radio and
TV reception.

KH 1166

IB_long_KH1166_E5166_EN.qxd 19.06.2007 14:14 Uhr Seite 10