Miele 5030 BM, 5040 BM User Manual
Operating and installation instructions
Microwave combination oven
H 5030 BM, H 5040 BM
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en - AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 07 954 010
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................5
Caring for the environment.........................................12
Guide to the appliance ............................................13
Appliance overview ................................................13
Accessories supplied ..............................................14
Description of functions ...........................................16
Functions .......................................................18
_ Microwave ....................................................18
Functions which do not use microwave energy ..........................19
U Fan Plus ...................................................19
Y Grill .......................................................19
P Defrost ....................................................19
\ Fan Grill ...................................................19
S Rapid Heat-up ..............................................19
Functions which use microwave energy (Combination programmes) .........19
b Microwave+Grill .............................................19
a Microwave+Fan Plus .........................................19
M Microwave+Fan Grill..........................................19
Before using for the first time.......................................20
Setting the time of day ..............................................20
Changing the time of day .........................................20
Cleaning and heating up for the first time ...............................21
Suitable containers for microwave ovens .............................22
Material and shape ................................................22
Testing dishes for their suitability .....................................25
Placing the dish in the oven..........................................25
A cover (optional accessories) .......................................26
Controls ........................................................27
Function selector ..................................................27
Temperature selector ..............................................27
Sensors .........................................................28
Display ..........................................................29
Symbols ......................................................29
Triangle V in the display .........................................29
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Contents
Operation .......................................................30
Functions without microwave.........................................30
Cooling fan ....................................................30
Recommended temperature .........................................30
Changing the temperature ........................................30
Temperature indicator light .....................................31
Rapid Heat-up S .................................................31
Pre-heating the oven.............................................31
Programming cooking durations ......................................32
Automatic switch-off .............................................32
Delaying the start with Automatic switch-off...........................33
The end of a cooking programme ..................................34
To check and change an entered time ..............................34
To delete an entered time.........................................34
Microwave function _ .............................................35
Combination programmes ...........................................36
Microwave+Fan plus a, Microwave+Fan grill M .....................36
Microwave+Grill b .............................................37
The end of a cooking programme ..................................37
Minute minder (egg timer)..........................................38
System lock .....................................................39
% Settings ......................................................40
To change the status of a setting .....................................41
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power.................42
Chart for defrosting ................................................46
Chart for reheating food.............................................47
Chart for cooking food ..............................................48
Baking ..........................................................49
Baking chart .....................................................52
Roasting ........................................................53
Roasting chart ...................................................56
Grilling .........................................................57
Grilling tips ......................................................59
Fan Grilling guide (Fan Grill \)......................................59
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Contents
Grilling guide (Grill Y).............................................60
Defrosting without microwave power ................................61
Defrosting times...................................................61
Cleaning and care ................................................62
Oven interior .....................................................62
Door interior and door seal ..........................................65
Appliance front ...................................................65
Accessories supplied ..............................................66
Problem solving guide ............................................67
Optional accessories..............................................70
After sales service and warranty ....................................72
Electrical connection..............................................73
Installation ......................................................74
Appliance dimensions and unit cut-out .................................74
Installation in a tall unit ...........................................74
Installation in a base unit .........................................74
Front dimensions ..................................................75
Installation .......................................................75
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner.
The appliance is not suitable for
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outdoor use.
It is intended only to cook, defrost,
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reheat, bake, roast, grill and bottle
food.
Any other use is at the owner's risk and
could be dangerous. Miele cannot be
held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
Never use the appliance to store or
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dry items which could ignite easily as
moisture evaporates and there could
be a fire hazard.
This appliance is not intended for
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use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning its use by a
person responsible for their safety.
Correct application
This microwave compact oven is
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designed for domestic use and for use
in similar environments by guests in
hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This
does not include common/shared
facilities or commercial facilities within
hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Children should be supervised to
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ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Keep children away from the
appliance at all times to avoid the risk
of injury.
Older children may only use the
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appliance when its operation has been
clearly explained to them and they are
able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers of misuse.
Great care should be taken to
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ensure that children do not touch the
appliance when it is being used.
External parts of the oven such as the
door glass, control panel and the vent
become quite hot. Children's skin is far
more sensitive to high temperatures
than that of adults. Danger of burning!
Technical safety
Installation, maintenance and
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repairs may only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person authorised by Miele in strict
accordance with current national and
local safety regulations. Repairs and
other work by unqualified persons
could be dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work.
Before installation, check the
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appliance for visible signs of damage.
Do not install and use a damaged
appliance. Danger of injury!
Do not use the microwave function
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of the appliance if
– the door is warped,
– the door hinges are loose,
– holes or cracks are visible in the
housing, the door, the door seal or
the oven interior walls.
Operating the appliance with this type
of damage will result in microwave
leakage and present a hazard to the
user.
The electrical safety of this
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appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with local and national safety
regulations. It is most important that this
basic safety requirement is present and
tested regularly and, where there is any
doubt, the household wiring system
should be inspected by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Before connecting the appliance,
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make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and rated load)
match the mains electricity supply. This
data must correspond in order to avoid
the risk of damage to the appliance.
Consult a qualified electrician if in
doubt.
Do not connect the appliance to the
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mains electricity supply via a multisocket unit or an extension lead. These
do not guarantee the required safety of
the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).
For safety reasons, this appliance
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may only be used when it has been
fully installed.
Never open the housing of the
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appliance.
Tampering with electrical connections
or components and mechanical parts is
highly dangerous to the user and can
cause operational faults.
While the appliance is under
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warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the warranty will be
invalidated.
During installation, maintenance and
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repair work, the appliance must be
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply. It is only completely isolated
from the electricity supply when:
the mains fuse is disconnected,
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the screw-out fuse is removed (in
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countries where this is applicable),
or it has been switched off at the
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isolator or at the wall socket and the
plug has been withdrawn.
Faulty components must only be
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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.
If the connection cable is damaged,
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it must be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician.
This microwave compact oven must
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not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Caution! Danger of burning.
The oven interior will become very
hot when operating with functions
which do not use microwave power
and also combination programmes
which do use microwave power.
Use oven gloves when placing food
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in the oven, turning or removing it and
when adjusting oven shelves etc. in a
hot oven.
The top heat/grill elements get very hot
when the oven is being used on the
Grill Y, Fan Plus U, Fan Grill \,
Microwave+Grill b, Microwave+Fan
Grill M functions. Danger of burning!
Plastic containers must only be used
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with Microwave solo. These melt at high
temperatures, and if used with any
other function could damage the
appliance.
Always ensure that food is
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sufficiently cooked or reheated.
Many factors will affect the overall
cooking time, including the size,
amount and type of food, its initial
temperature, changes to recipe and the
shape and size of cooking containers.
Always ensure that food is suitably
cooked or reheated. Some foods may
contain micro-organisms which are only
destroyed by thorough cooking at
temperatures over 70 °C for a minimum
of 10 minutes. Therefore, when cooking
or reheating foods, e.g. poultry, it is
particularly important that food is fully
cooked through. If in doubt, select a
longer cooking or reheating time.
It is important that the heat is allowed to
spread evenly throughout the food
being cooked.
This can be achieved by stirring and/or
turning the food, and by observing a
sufficiently long standing time, which
should be added to the time needed for
cooking, reheating or defrosting.
Please be aware that using
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microwave power will shorten cooking,
reheating and defrosting times
considerably compared to when using
functions without microwave power.
Make sure that you keep to the
recommended grilling times when
using the Grill Y and Fan Grill \
functions.
However, excessively long cooking
times can lead to food drying out and
burning or could even cause the food
to catch fire.
– Do not use the microwave function to
dry breadcrumbs, flowers, herbs,
grain etc.
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Do not use any grilling functions to
heat and crisp up rolls or bread, or to
dry flowers, herbs, grain etc.
Use the Fan Plus U function for this
type of procedure and do not leave the
oven unattended.
Never leave the appliance
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unattended when cooking with oil or
fats as these are a fire hazard if allowed
to overheat.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Never heat undiluted alcohol in the
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microwave, as this can easily ignite.
If using alcohol in your recipes, please
be aware that high temperatures can
cause the alcohol to vaporise and even
to ignite on the hot heating elements.
Alcohol should be burnt off before the
dish is placed in the oven to avoid this
danger.
Do not heat up unopened tins or jars
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of food in the appliance. Pressure can
build up and they may explode,
resulting in injury or damage.
To avoid fuelling any flames, do not
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open the oven door if smoke occurs in
the oven interior. Cancel the cooking
process by switching the appliance off,
switch off at the socket and remove the
plug. Do not open the oven door until
the smoke has dispersed.
Moisture in food could lead to
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corrosion in the oven interior and
corrosion damage of the control panel,
worktop or housing unit.
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Always cover food when using the
Microwave (Solo) function. After food
has been brought to the boil,
continue cooking it at a lower setting
to avoid excess steam escaping.
If you wish to complete a cooking
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process using the residual heat in
the oven, do not switch the
appliance off. Leave the function
selector at the position set and turn
the temperature selector to the
lowest setting.
Cover any food which is left in the
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oven to be kept hot. This also
prevents the food from drying out.
Do not use the appliance to heat up
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the room. Due to the high temperatures
radiated, objects near the appliance
could catch fire.
Do not lean or sit on an open oven
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door, or place heavy items on it. This
can damage the appliance. The
maximum load bearing capacity of the
door is 8 kg.
Do not use full power to warm empty
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dishes or to dry out herbs. The
appliance could be damaged if used
without food, or if it is incorrectly
loaded.
Do not use the microwave function
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to heat up cushions or pads filled with
cherry kernels, wheat grain, lavender or
gel, such as those used in
aromatherapy. These pads can ignite
when heated even after they have been
removed from the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The microwave combination oven is
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not suitable for cleaning or disinfecting
items.
Items can get extremely hot and there
is a danger of burning when the item is
removed.
Before serving, remember to allow a
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sufficient standing time and then
always check the temperature of the
actual food itself after taking it out of the
microwave. The temperature of the
container is not an indication of the
temperature of the food or liquid in it.
When heating food and drinks,
remember that the heat is created in
the food itself, and that the container
will normally be cooler. The dish is only
warmed by the heat of the food.
This is particularly important when
preparing food for babies, children,
and the elderly or infirm.
Shake or stir baby milk and food
thoroughly after heating, and try it for
temperature to ensure that it will not
scald the baby.
Never cook or reheat food or liquids
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in sealed containers, jars or bottles.
With baby bottles, the screw top and
teat must be removed.
Otherwise pressure builds up which
can cause the bottle or container to
explode, posing a severe risk of injury.
When heating liquids, the boiling rod
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provided should always be placed into
the container.
The boiling rod ensures that the liquid
boils evenly and that bubbles form at
an early stage during the operation.
When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc,
using microwave power without the
boiling rod, the boiling point of the
liquid may be reached without the
production of typical bubbles.
The liquid does not boil evenly
throughout. This so-called 'boiling
delay' can cause a sudden build-up of
bubbles when the container is removed
from the oven or shaken. This can lead
to the liquid boiling over suddenly and
explosively. Danger of burning!
The formation of bubbles can be so
strong that the pressure forces the oven
door open. The user could be injured
and the appliance damaged.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Make sure that you only use
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microwave safe containers when using
the Microwave (Solo) function or a
combination programme which uses
microwave power. Observe the
instructions given in "Suitable
containers for microwave ovens".
Ovenproof earthenware can retain a
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considerable amount of moisture.
Earthenware and porcelain containers
with hollow handles and lid knobs must
only be used with microwave power if
they have vent holes, which allow the
moisture to escape. Without vent holes
there can be a pressure build-up,
causing the container to crack or
shatter, with the danger of injury.
Do not reheat food in the oven in
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heat-retaining bags which are intended
for use in normal ovens. These heatretaining bags usually contain a thin
layer of aluminium foil which reflects
microwaves. This reflected energy can,
in turn, cause the outer paper covering
to become so hot that it ignites.
Do not leave the oven unattended
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when reheating or cooking food in
disposable containers made of plastic,
paper or other inflammable materials.
Before using single-use containers,
make sure they are suitable for use in
microwave ovens. See "Suitable
containers for microwave ovens Plastics".
Eggs can only be cooked in their
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shells using microwave heat in a
specially designed egg-boiling device
available from specialist shops.
Similarly, hard-boiled eggs should not
be reheated using microwave power as
this may lead to the eggs exploding,
even after they have been taken out of
the oven.
Eggs can be cooked without their
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shells using microwave heat only if the
yolk membrane has been punctured
several times first. The pressure could
otherwise cause the egg yolk to
explode. Danger of injury!
Food with a thick skin or peel, such
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as tomatoes, sausages, jacket potatoes
and eggplants, should be pierced or
cut in several places to allow steam to
escape and prevent the food from
bursting.
To check food temperature, first
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interrupt the cooking process. Only use
a thermometer specifically approved for
food use to measure the temperature of
the food. Never use a mercury or liquid
thermometer as they are unsuitable for
such high temperatures and break
easily.
Accessories
Only use genuine Miele spare parts
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and accessories with this appliance. If
spare parts or accessories from other
manufacturers are used, the warranty
will be invalidated, and Miele cannot
accept liability.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by noncompliance with these Warning and
Safety instructions.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines often contain materials
which, if handled or disposed of
incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance or machine. Therefore,
please do not dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
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It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
The plug must be rendered useless
and the cable cut off directly behind the
appliance or the machine to prevent
misuse.
Appliance overview
Guide to the appliance
Control panel
a Function selector
b Display
c Sensors V, OK, W, N
d Temperature selector
Oven interior
e Grill element
f Light
g Three shelf levels
h Oven door
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Guide to the appliance
Accessories supplied
Glass tray
The glass tray is suitable for use with all
cooking functions.
Always use the glass tray when
using the Microwave (Solo) function.
Do not place items weighing more
than8kgonit.
Do not place the hot glass tray on a
cold surface, such as a tiled or
granite worktop.
The glass tray could get damaged.
Use a suitable heat-resistant mat or
pot rest.
Rack with non-tip safety notches
The rack is designed to be compatible
with microwaves and so can be used
with programmes which use microwave
power (combination programmes).
Do not place the rack directly on the
floor of the oven and do not use it
with the Microwave (Solo) function.
This could cause arcing which could
damage the oven.
Do not place items weighing more
than 8 kg on the rack.
The rack gets hot when used with
combination programmes which use
the microwave function. Danger of
burning.
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The rack has non-tip safety notches
which prevent it being pulled right out
when it only needs to be pulled out
partially.
When pushing the rack back in,
always ensure that the safety
notches are at the rear of the oven
(see illustration).
To remove the rack, lift it upwards
slightly at the front when the safety
notches connect with the sides of the
oven.
Guide to the appliance
Boiling rod
When heating liquids, the boiling rod
provided should always be placed in
the container. It helps liquids to heat
evenly.
We recommend using the rack
together with the glass tray when
cooking items on the rack which might
drip.
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Description of functions
Functions Use
Microwave _
(Solo)
Functions without
microwave
Combination programmes
(with microwave)
Rapid Heat-up S For reducing the pre-heating time for the appliance.
Light T The interior lighting can be switched on separately,
Settings % Default settings which can be altered individually.
Automatic switch-off For switching off the appliance automatically.
Delay start For starting the cooking programme at a later time.
Minute minder N
(Egg timer)
For defrosting, reheating and cooking food quickly.
For cooking food when a crisp finish is required.
The combination programmes enable food to be
reheated and cooked quickly with even browning
results. In the combination programmes, microwave
power is used in conjunction with a traditional
function.
e.g. for cleaning the oven.
For monitoring other kitchen activities, e.g. boiling an
egg on the hob.
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Description of functions
Safety features Use
System lock The system lock prevents the appliance being used
by children, for example.
Safety cut-out A function without microwave can be started
without selecting a cooking duration. To prevent
overuse and the consequent danger of fire, the
appliance switches off automatically after a certain
length of time. This can be between 1 hour and 10
hours, depending on the function and temperature
chosen.
If a combination programme is followed in quick
succession by another combination programme, the
magnetron (which produces the microwaves) cannot
be switched on again until after approx. 10 seconds
have elapsed. For this reason you will need to wait a
short while before starting the second programme.
Energy saving function Use
Door contact switch If the door is opened during a programme that is not
using microwaves, the heat in the oven automatically
switches off. The fans continue to operate. As soon
as the door is closed again, the programme will
continue.
However, if the door is opened during a
combination programme, the cooling fan will
switch off and the programme must be started again
after you have closed the door.
"Switch off time-of-day
display" function
The standard factory default setting can be changed
so that the time of day continues to run unseen in
the background. The display remains dark. The time
of day display is switched on and is visible in the
display when the appliance is operated (see
"Settings - Time of day display").
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Functions
_ Microwave
In a microwave oven there is a highfrequency tube called a magnetron.
This converts electrical energy into
microwaves. These microwaves are
distributed evenly throughout the oven
interior and rebound off the metal sides
of the oven interior to reach the food
from all sides.
In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate
the cooking container being used (see
"Suitable containers for microwave
ovens"). Microwaves pass through a
suitable container and find their way
directly into the food.
All food contains moisture molecules
which when subjected to microwave
energy start to oscillate vigorously. The
friction caused caused by this vibration
creates heat which first starts
developing around the outside of the
food and then slowly penetrates
towards the centre. The moisture, fat
and sugar content of food will affect the
speed at which it is cooked.
As heat is produced directly in the
food,
food can generally be cooked
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without adding much liquid or
cooking oil.
cooking, reheating and defrosting is
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much quicker than when using a
function which does not use
microwave energy.
nutrients, such as vitamins and
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minerals, are generally retained.
the colour, texture and taste of food
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are not impaired.
Power level
The following power levels can be
selected:
80 W, 150 W, 300 W, 450 W, 600 W,
850 W, 1000 W
Microwaves stop being produced as
soon as the cooking process is
interrupted or the appliance door is
opened.
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Functions
Functions which do not use
microwave energy
U Fan Plus
This system works by the circulation of
heated air. As the heated air reaches
the food straight away, temperatures
are lower than those needed for
"Conventional heat" where the heat is
directed at the food from above and
below.
When using Fan Plus you can cook on
two different levels at the same time.
Y Grill
This function can be used for grilling
thin cuts and for browning cooked
dishes, e.g. pasta bakes. The grill is
ready for use when it glows red.
P Defrost
The air in the oven is kept at room
temperature and circulated by the fan
to gently defrost frozen food.
Functions which use
microwave energy
(Combination programmes)
b Microwave+Grill
a Microwave+Fan Plus
M Microwave+Fan Grill
The combination programmes enable
food to be reheated and cooked
quickly with even browning results.
The Microwave+Fan Plus combination
programme is the most effective
because the heat reaches the food immediately giving the greatest savings in
both time and energy.
In general when using the combination
programmes, you should not set the
microwave power level higher than
150 W for baking, and not higher than
300 W for cooking, roasting and grilling.
\ Fan Grill
Temperatures used for Fan Grill are
lower than those used with the Grill
function.
For grilling thick cuts, e.g. rolled meat,
poultry.
S Rapid Heat-up
This function heats up the appliance
quickly to the temperature required.
The temperature indicator light will go
out when the pre-selected temperature
has been reached. The function
selector must then be turned to the
function you wish to use for cooking.
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Before using for the first time
Before the oven can be used, you
will need to
– release the controls by pressing
them if they are retracted when
delivered.
– set the time of day.
Setting the time of day
The time of day can only be entered
when the function selector is at "0".
In the display:
– the clock symbol m will light up.
– the time of day and the triangle V
underneath the m symbol will start
flashing.
If there is a power cut, the current time
of day will be stored by the appliance
for 24 hours. After 24 hours, "i2:00" will
appear and the clock will need to be
reset.
Once it has been reset, the time of day
needs to be confirmed with the OK
sensor.
Changing the time of day
Touch the OK sensor twice.
^
Use the temperature selector or the
^
V or W sensors to enter the hour first.
^ Touch the OK sensor.
^ Use the temperature selector or the
V or W sensors to enter the minutes.
^ Touch the OK sensor.
The time of day has been changed.
I2:00
m
V
^
Use the temperature selector or the
V or W sensors to enter the hour first.
^
Touch the OK sensor.
This confirms the hour and the minutes
will then start to flash.
^
Use the temperature selector or the
V or W sensors to enter the minutes.
^
Touch the OK sensor.
This confirms the minutes.
The time of day you have selected has
now been entered.
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Before using for the first time
Cleaning and heating up for
the first time
Remove any protective foil from the
front of the appliance.
See "Cleaning and care" for more
information.
Before using the appliance for the first
time,
take all accessories out of the oven
–
and wash them.
heat up the appliance once with
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nothing in it.
With new appliances, there is usually
a smell during first use. High
temperatures will help dissipate this
smell more quickly.
Please ensure the room is well
ventilated during this operation.
Close doors to other rooms to
prevent the smell spreading
throughout the house.
Before heating it up, it is a good idea
^
to wipe the interior out with a damp
cloth first. This way any dust or bits of
packaging that may have
accumulated in the oven
compartment during storage and
unpacking will be removed.
Turn the function selector to Fan
^
Plus U.
The recommended temperature of
160 °C will appear.
Use the temperature selector to set
^
the highest temperature (250 °C).
^ Heat up the empty appliance for at
least an hour.
The timer can be used to set the finish
time (see "Operation - Programming
cooking durations - Automatic switchoff").
^ Leave the appliance to cool down to
room temperature.
^ Then wipe the oven interior out with a
solution of hot water and a mild
detergent and then dry it thoroughly
with a soft clean cloth.
Leave the oven door open until the
oven interior is completely dry.
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Microwaves
are reflected by metal,
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– pass through glass, porcelain,
plastic and card,
Material and shape
The material and shape of containers
used affect cooking results and times.
Heat distribution is more even in round
and oval shaped flat containers than in
rectangular containers, providing better
results.
Ovenproof earthenware can
,
retain a considerable amount of
moisture. Earthenware and porcelain
containers with hollow handles and
lid knobs must only be used in this
oven if they have vent holes, which
allow the moisture to escape.Without
vent holes there can be a pressure
build-up, causing the container to
crack or shatter, with the danger of
injury.
Metal
Metal containers, aluminium foil,
metal cutlery and china with metallic
decoration such as gold rims or
cobalt bule must not be used with
microwave power.
Metal reflects microwaves and
obstructs the cooking process.
–
and are absorbed by food.
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Do not use plastic pots where the
foil lid has not been completely
removed as small pieces of foil
could cause sparks.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Exceptions:
The rack supplied with the
appliance is suitable for use with
microwave power (combination
programmes).
However, it must not be placed on
the oven floor.
Metal baking trays can be used with
–
combination programmes which use
microwave power.
If recommended by the producer,
–
pre-cooked meals in aluminium foil
containers can be defrosted and
reheated in the appliance using
microwave power. Important:
Remove the lid first.
However, as food is only heated from
the top it is better to remove the food
from the aluminium foil container and
transfer it to a dish suitable for a
microwave oven. The heat
distribution will be more even.
Do not place aluminium foil dishes
on the rack in case the dish sparks
or arcs. If sparks occur, transfer
food to a microwave-safe container.
Metal meat skewers or clamps
–
should only be used if they are very
small in comparison to the size of the
cut of meat.
Glassware
Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass
are ideal for use in the microwave oven.
Crystal glass is unsuitable as it
contains lead which could cause the
glass to crack in the microwave.
Porcelain
Porcelain is a suitable material.
Do not use porcelain with gold or
silver edging or items with hollow
knobs or handles, as insufficient
ventilation may cause pressure.
Earthenware
Decorated earthenware is only suitable
if the decoration is beneath an all-over
glaze.
Earthenware can get very hot, and
may crack.
–
For even defrosting and to avoid
overcooking unevenly shaped cuts
of meat, poultry or fish, small pieces
of aluminium foil may be used to
mask wing-tips or other thin parts for
the last few minutes of the process.
Make sure that the aluminium foil is
at least 2 cm from the oven walls at
all times.
Glazes and colours
Some glazes and colours contain
metals which make them unsuitable
for use in a microwave oven.
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