Miele DG4086SS User Manual

Operating and Installation Instructions

Steam oven DG 4082 DG 4084 DG 4086 DG 4088

To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions

before

installation or use.

en - US, CA

M.-Nr. 07 339 860

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Guide to the steam oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Standard ........................................................10

Optional .........................................................11

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Setting the water hardness ..........................................12

Setting the altitude .................................................12

Suitable containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using the steam oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Before each use...................................................14

Selecting a function ................................................14

Adjusting the temperature (if necessary) ...............................14

Selecting the duration ..............................................15

Starting a function .................................................15

Interrupting the cooking process......................................16

At the end of the cooking process.....................................16

After use.........................................................17

System lock ......................................................18

Cooking tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Steaming ........................................................19

Defrosting .......................................................22

Reheating........................................................24

Meal planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Special uses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Canning .........................................................26

Blanching........................................................27

Making yogurt ....................................................27

Disinfecting baby bottles ............................................28

Guide to the functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Automatic Functions ...............................................29

Favorites ........................................................29

Contents

Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Language J ......................................................30

Clock ...........................................................30

Temperatures.....................................................31

Temperature °F / °C ................................................32

Water Hardness ...................................................32

Steam Reduction ..................................................32

Warming Function .................................................32

Tone Options .....................................................33

Display ..........................................................34

Start Settings .....................................................34

System Lock .....................................................34

Reset ...........................................................34

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

General Information ................................................35

Front of the appliance ..............................................35

Removing the door ................................................36

Oven interior .....................................................37

Drip tray, rack, cooking containers ....................................37

Automatic door opener .............................................37

Steam generator ..................................................38

Descaling........................................................40

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Appliance and cut out dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

DG 4082 / DG 4088 ................................................48

DG 4084 / DG 4086 ................................................51

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not install outdoors. WARNING- When using your appliance follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read all instructions before installation or use of the steam oven to prevent injury and appliance damage.

Use the steam oven only for its intended purpose. This appliance is intended for residential cooking only.

This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations.

Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

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Correct usage

This appliance is not designed for

commercial use. It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments such as:

–

Shops

Persons who lack physical, sensory

or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Children

Use the Child Safety Lock to prevent

children from turning on the appliance or changing its settings.

Close supervision is necessary

when any appliance is used near children.

To reduce the risk of injury, do not

allow children to play in, on, or near the steam oven.

Do not allow children to open the

appliance door when in use. Keep children away from the appliance until it has cooled down. Danger of burns.

Do not allow children to stand or

hang on the appliance door.

Do not store items of interest to

children in cabinets near the appliance.

Ensure that any plastic wrap, is

disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation.

–

Offices and showrooms

and by residents in establishments such as:

–

Hotels and guest houses.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical safety

Before installing the appliance,

check for externally visible damage. Do not operate a damaged appliance.

Before installation make sure that

the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid risk of damage to the appliance. If in doubt, consult a qualified technician.

Be certain your appliance is

properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician.

In the event of damage or defect,

turn the appliance off immediately. After it has been turned off, isolate it from the main power supply and contact the Miele Technical Service Department. Ensure that power is not restored to the appliance during maintenance or repair work.

Hardwiring the appliance should be

performed by a certified electrician in compliance with all local and national codes, and requirements.

Do not use the appliance until it has

been properly installed into cabinetry.

Never open the outer casing of the

appliance. Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is dangerous and could cause machine damage.

Installation, repair and maintenance

work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.

Do not operate any appliance with a

damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department.

Defective components should be

replaced by Miele original spare parts only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance.

Before installation or service,

disconnect the appliance from the power supply by either removing the fuse, "tripping" the circuit breaker or unplugging the unit. Pull the plug not the cord.

While the appliance is under

warranty, repairs should only be performed by an authorized service technician. Otherwise the warranty is void.

Do not use an extension cord to

connect this appliance to electricity. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

The steam oven should be installed

at a safe height for users to safely access all cooking levels and containers. Otherwise spills could cause burns or scalding and children may be put at risk by the hot appliance door.

Protect your hands with oven mitts

or potholders when using the appliance. Use only dry, heat resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns.

When handling cooking containers

take care not to let the contents spill. Danger of burns.

The steam oven gets very hot when

in use and remains hot for some time once turned off. Use caution.

To avoid injuries allow the steam

oven to cool before cleaning and putting on or taking off parts. Unplug the steam oven from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Do not heat unopened food

containers. Pressure can build up causing an explosion that will damage the cooking compartment. There is also a danger of personal injury and scalding.

Do not store items on the appliance

when not in use. Items could melt or catch fire from residual heat or if the appliance is turned on inadvertently.

Containers must be heat resistant

up to 212°F (100°C). Otherwise they may melt at high temperatures in the oven.

Do not use items in the steam oven

which may rust. Danger of corrosion.

The appliance is programmed so

that after each use residual water will remain in the steam generator. If there is no residual water there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.

Do not submerge the plug, cord or

steam generator (water tank) into water or attempt to wash the steam generator in the dishwasher. Danger of electric shock!

Empty the steam generator after

every use for hygienic reasons and to avoid condensate water in the appliance.

Use caution not to tilt the steam

generator when inserting and removing it. Danger of burns.

Make certain that the power cords of

small appliances do not come in contact with the appliance. The insulation of the cable could become damaged. Danger of electric shock!

Do not lean, sit or place heavy items

on the open door of the appliance. The door can support a maximum of 17 lbs (8 kg).

The use of accessories not

recommended by Miele may cause injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Wipe out the appliance after each

use and leave the door open until the moisture in the cooking compartment has evaporated.

Do not use a steam cleaner to clean

this appliance. Steam could penetrate electrical components and cause a short circuit. Pressurized steam could cause permanent damage to the surface and to components.

When descaling the appliance, only

use descaling agents with a citric acid base or the descaling tablets available from Miele. Do not use vinegar, it will damage the appliance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

If the oven is not used for an

extended period of time, clean it thoroughly to avoid odors. See "Before using for the first time". Leave the door open after cleaning.

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Guide to the steam oven

a Control panel

b Automatic door opener for steam

reduction

c Vent for moist air

d Door gasket

e Steam channel

f Steam generator compartment

g Steam generator (with insert)

h Steam generator outlet

i Runners

j Steam inlet

k Drip channel

l Bottom heating element

m Temperature sensor

n Air outlet

a On/Off touch control

b Selection controls

to select or set a function

c Keypad

to enter times or temperatures

d Timer touch control

to set a timer independent of an oven function

Guide to the steam oven

e Clear touch control

to delete the last entry or to clear menu items

f Display

Accessories

Standard

All standard accessories can be reordered if necessary.

Drip tray

For catching excess liquids

/16"x133/4"x19/16"

325x350x40mm(LxWxH)

1 cooking container DGGL 8

For steaming (4.2 pints/2 liters)

/16"x107/16"x19/16"

325x265x40mm(LxWxH)

Rack

To support cookware

Silicone grease

To grease the connection valve of the steam generator

2 cooking containers DGGL 1

For steaming (3.1 pints/1.5 liters)

/16"x67/8"x19/16"

325x175x40mm(LxWxH)

Accessories

Optional

The following stainless steel cooking containers can be ordered as optional accessories. Contact Miele or visit the online Miele store.

Container Capacity in pt (l) Dimensions

Length x Width x Height

DGGL 2 solid 4.2 (2) 12

DGG 3 solid 6.5 (3.1) 12

DGGL 4 perforated 6.5 (3.1) 12

DGGL 5 perforated 4.2 (2.0) 12

DGGL 6 perforated 5.1 (2.8) 12

DGG 7 solid 5.1 (2.8) 12

/16"x67/8"x29/16"

(325 x 175 x 65mm)

/16"x107/16x29/16"

(325 x 265 x 65 mm)

/16"x107/16x29/16"

(325 x 265 x 65 mm)

/16"x67/8"x29/16"

(325 x 175 x 65 mm)

/16"x67/8"x4"

(325 x 175 x 100 mm)

/16"x67/8"x4"

(325 x 175 x 100 mm)

DGD lid

For containers 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7.

Ceramic and stainless steel hob cleaner 250 ml

Removes discoloration from the floor heater caused by drops of liquid. Removes discoloration from cooking containers.

Descaling tablets

To descale the appliance. See "Cleaning and Care" for more information.

Before using for the first time

Setting the water hardness

If your water hardness level differs from the factory setting you will need to reprogram the appliance.

The appliance is factory set to: 8 - 14 gr/gal.

Use the supplied test strip to check your water hardness level or call your local water supplier for the water hardness in your area.

Black

squares in

the Display

4 1-7 <20-130

8 8-14 140-250

12 15-21 270-380

16 >21 >380

^ Touch the "On/Off" control.

Select "more" until "Settings J..." shows in the list.

gr/gal ppm

Setting the altitude

This process rinses the water lines and sets the unit to the water boiling temperature which varies depending on the altitude in your area.

Take the steam generator from the

appliance and take the insert out, see "Cleaning and Care".

Rinse the steam generator and insert

with hot water. Do not use any soap.

Do not wash the steam generator or the insert in a dishwasher!

Do not submerge the steam generator in water!

^ Start the cooking program "Custom"

212°F (100°C) for 15 minutes. Proceed as described in "Using the steam oven".

When relocating to a new area, reset the unit’s water boiling temperature by descaling the appliance. See "Cleaning and Care" for more information.

Select "Settings J...".

Select "Water hardness".

Set the water hardness by touching the "Softer" or Harder" control.

Select "OK" to confirm the setting.

Setting the altitude for the first time and after relocation will produce more steam than usual. This is not a fault.

Suitable containers

Stainless steel cooking containers are supplied with the appliance. Other containers are available in a variety of sizes, both perforated and solid, as optional accessories.

Please note when selecting cookware:

Use perforated cooking containers

–

whenever possible. The steam can reach the food from all sides and cook evenly.

For thicker items, e.g. potatoes, build

–

larger spaces between them. It is best to space food as much as possible so steam can surround each piece. Larger and deeper containers can be used for larger items.

– Dense dishes such as casseroles or

food such as peas or asparagus which have little space between them will take longer to cook because the steam has less space to work in. The more of this type of food the container becomes filled with, the longer the cooking time will be. It is best to use 2 or 3 shallow containers for these foods. The recommended cooking times are for shallow containers. For larger fill heights the cooking time is extended.

You can also use your own containers and dishes. However, please note the following:

The container must be heat resistant

–

up to 212°F (100°C). Heat resistant glass, ceramics, porcelain (chinaware), plastics, stainless steel or enamel dishes are all suitable.

Food will take longer to cook in a

–

dish with thick sides.

Place the dish on the supplied rack.

–

Ensure that there is a gap of at least

–

1" (3 cm) between the upper rim of the container and the top of the cooking compartment to allow sufficient steam into the container.

See "Cooking tips" for more information.

Using the steam oven

Before each use

Insert the drip tray to catch

condensed water.

Fill the steam generator with water.

The insert can remain inside.

Only use tap water! Never use distilled or mineral water. Hot water will shorten the heat-up time.

The water level must be between the min and max markings. The marks are on the outside and the inside of the steam generator.

Never exceed the "max" level marker!

The water level in the steam generator is shown in the display by a symbol.

^ Insert the steam generator into the

appliance until it connects.

Selecting a function

Open the door and place the food in

the oven.

Touch the "On/Off" sensor.

Select the sensor of the desired

function.

Adjusting the temperature (if necessary)

This oven has been factory tested for the optimum operating temperature of each function.

When using the function "Custom" it is possible to change the default temperature during programming.

^ Select the "Temperature" sensor.

^ Using the number keys, select the

desired temperature.

The default temperatures for the functions "Custom", "Defrost", "Reheat" and "Canning" can be adjusted permanently in the menu "Settings" to customize the oven to your needs. See "Settings - Temperatures" for more information.

Using the steam oven

Selecting the duration

A duration between 1 minute (0:01) and 5 hours 59 minutes (5:59) can be selected for the cooking process.

If the duration is longer than 59 minutes, it has to be set in hours and minutes. Example: Duration 80 minutes = 1:20.

Select the desired duration using the

number keys.

Cooking time (duration) recommendations are shown in the following tables, see "Cooking tips".

The cooking time depends on the size of the food not on the amount. For example, potatoes with a large diameter need a longer cooking time then ones with a smaller diameter.

The recommended times are stated for an overall amount of8-10portions. Use suitable cookware.

Starting a function

The oven is factory set to start automatically a few seconds after the duration is selected. To start the oven right away select the "Start" sensor.

See "Settings" for more information to set the start permanently to a manual start.

After the start a fan noise and a steam generating noise is heard.

During the heating phase the rise in temperature is displayed.

Once the selected temperature is reached, the cooking process starts and the cooking time will elapse.

When cooking cooled or frozen food, the interior temperature is lowered in the beginning then rises very slowly.

The overall time is reached by adding the heat up time and the selected cooking time. The heat up and cooking times depend on the food amount and the food temperature.

Using the steam oven

Interrupting the cooking process

You can interrupt the cooking

process at any time by opening the door or selecting the "Stop" sensor.

The heating is turned off, the remaining time is stopped.

Hot steam will escape when the

door is opened. Use caution when taking containers out of the oven. Spilled liquids, steam and the interior walls are hot. Danger of burns!

^ Close the oven door to continue

cooking.

Once the door is closed, pressure compensation takes place with a whistling sound.

The oven heats up again. Once the selected temperature is reached, the display changes and the remaining time elapses.

At the end of the cooking process

Shortly before the selected time ends, the steam is reduced and the door opens a small gap to release steam.

A tone sounds after the set time has elapsed. The door closes.

Once the display shows "Ready",

open the door and remove the food.

The oven is factory set so that the food will be kept warm at a temperature of 158°F (70°C) for a maximum of 15 minutes if it is not removed from the oven immediately after cooking. Please note that some food, e.g. fish, can overcook when kept warm.

See "Settings - Steam reduction" and/or "Warming function" to turn off these options.

Use caution when taking containers out of the oven. Do not touch hot surfaces. Avoid hot steam, serious burns and scalds could result.

After use

Turn the appliance off.

Remove and empty the drip tray.

Remove and empty the steam

generator. Push the steam generator upwards when taking out.

Clean and dry the appliance after

each use. See "Cleaning and Care".

Leave the steam oven door open to

allow the interior to completely dry.

The fan will continue to run for a short time after the appliance is turned off. The fan running time can be shortened by taking out the steam generator immediately after the oven is turned off.

Using the steam oven

The appliance is set that after each use residual water remains in the steam generator. If there is no residual water, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.

Using the steam oven

Timer

The timer can be used to time any activity in the kitchen and can be set independently of a cooking function.

Two alarms (Timer 1 and 2) can be selected simultaneously.

A time between 1 second (00:01 min) and 59 minutes, 59 seconds (59:59 min) can be set.

To set a timer

Touch the "Timer" control.

^ Use the keypad to enter the desired

time in minutes and seconds.

^ Repeat for the second timer.

The countdown for Timer 1 and 2 is shown in the lower area of the display.

At the end of the timed period, a tone will sound.

^ Touch "Clear" to cancel the timer

tone.

System lock

The appliance has a safety lock to prevent it from being accidentally turned on by children.

The appliance comes with the safety lock deactivated. To activate it see "Settings - System lock".

Locking the oven

Select the symbol ).

Select "On" and confirm with "OK".

Unlocking the oven

^ Select the symbol $.

^ Select "Off" and confirm with "OK".

To cancel a timer

Touch the "Clear" control.

Select the control for the timer to be canceled or to cancel both timers and a running function touch "All Functions".

Select "OK".

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