Miele DGM6401 User Manual
Operating and installation instructions
Steam oven with microwave
To prevent 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. 10 487 150
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 7
Caring for the environment ................................................................................19
Overview............................................................................................................... 20
Steam oven front view........................................................................................... 20
Accessories supplied ............................................................................................ 21
Controls................................................................................................................ 22
Sensors ................................................................................................................. 23
Display................................................................................................................... 25
Symbols............................................................................................................26
Description of the functions............................................................................... 27
Steam cooking function ........................................................................................ 27
Water container ................................................................................................27
Temperature .....................................................................................................27
Duration............................................................................................................ 27
Noises...............................................................................................................27
Heating-up phase............................................................................................. 27
Cooking phase ................................................................................................. 27
Steam reduction............................................................................................... 28
Microwave power.................................................................................................. 28
How the microwave function works................................................................. 28
Selecting containers for microwave use ..........................................................29
Condensate tray.................................................................................................... 33
Oven interior lighting ............................................................................................. 33
Using for the first time ........................................................................................ 34
General settings .................................................................................................... 34
Cleaning for the first time ...................................................................................... 35
Setting the water hardness level ........................................................................... 35
Setting the correct boiling point for water............................................................. 36
Main and sub-menus .......................................................................................... 37
Operation: Steam cooking.................................................................................. 39
Basic operation ..................................................................................................... 39
Interrupting operation............................................................................................ 40
Further functions ................................................................................................... 41
Switching on and off automatically .................................................................. 41
Sequence of an automatic cooking process.................................................... 42
Changing settings during a cooking process........................................................ 42
Cancelling cooking................................................................................................ 43
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Operation: Microwave function.......................................................................... 44
Basic operation ..................................................................................................... 44
Using the oven - further functions......................................................................... 45
Switching on and off automatically .................................................................. 45
Sequence of an automatic cooking process.................................................... 46
Changing settings during a cooking process........................................................ 46
Cancelling cooking................................................................................................ 47
Automatic programmes...................................................................................... 48
List of food types................................................................................................... 48
Using Automatic programmes............................................................................... 48
User programmes................................................................................................ 50
Creating a User programme.................................................................................. 50
Starting a User programme................................................................................... 52
Changing User programmes ................................................................................. 52
Changing cooking stages................................................................................. 52
Changing the name ..........................................................................................53
Deleting User programmes ................................................................................... 54
Quick MW............................................................................................................. 55
Popcorn................................................................................................................ 56
Minute minder .................................................................................................57
Setting the minute minder ..................................................................................... 57
Changing the time set for the minute minder........................................................ 57
Cancelling the time set for the minute minder ...................................................... 58
General notes on steam cooking....................................................................... 59
The advantages of cooking with steam ................................................................ 59
Suitable containers................................................................................................ 59
Cooking containers .......................................................................................... 59
Your own containers......................................................................................... 59
Condensate tray.................................................................................................... 59
Shelf level .............................................................................................................. 60
Frozen.................................................................................................................... 60
Temperature .......................................................................................................... 60
Duration................................................................................................................. 60
Cooking with liquid................................................................................................ 60
Your own recipes................................................................................................... 60
Steam cooking..................................................................................................... 61
Vegetables............................................................................................................. 61
Meat ...................................................................................................................... 64
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Sausages............................................................................................................... 66
Fish........................................................................................................................ 66
Shellfish ................................................................................................................. 69
Mussels ................................................................................................................. 70
Rice ....................................................................................................................... 71
Pasta / Noodles..................................................................................................... 72
European dumplings ............................................................................................. 73
Grains .................................................................................................................... 74
Dried pulses .......................................................................................................... 75
Hen's eggs ........................................................................................................... 77
Fruit ....................................................................................................................... 78
Menu cooking........................................................................................................ 79
Sous-vide (vacuum) cooking .............................................................................. 81
Reheating .............................................................................................................. 87
Special applications ............................................................................................ 89
Reheating with steam............................................................................................ 89
Defrosting with steam ........................................................................................... 90
Bottling .................................................................................................................. 93
Extracting juice...................................................................................................... 96
Making yoghurt ..................................................................................................... 97
Proving yeast dough.............................................................................................. 98
Dissolving gelatine ................................................................................................ 99
Melting chocolate.................................................................................................. 99
Skinning fruit and vegetables.............................................................................. 100
Preserving apples ............................................................................................... 100
Blanching............................................................................................................. 101
Sweating onions.................................................................................................. 101
Rendering fat....................................................................................................... 102
Disinfecting items ............................................................................................... 102
Heating damp towels .......................................................................................... 103
Decrystallising honey .......................................................................................... 103
Preparing custard royale ..................................................................................... 103
Defrosting and reheating in combination mode.................................................. 104
Microwave defrosting and reheating............................................................... 105
Charts for defrosting and reheating food............................................................ 108
Settings ..............................................................................................................112
Calling up the "Settings" menu ........................................................................... 112
Changing and saving settings........................................................................ 112
Settings overview ................................................................................................ 113
Language ......................................................................................................... 115
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Time..................................................................................................................... 115
Display............................................................................................................ 115
Clock format................................................................................................... 115
Setting ............................................................................................................ 115
Date ..................................................................................................................... 115
Lighting................................................................................................................ 116
Display brightness............................................................................................... 116
Acoustic information ........................................................................................... 116
Melody............................................................................................................ 116
Solo tone ........................................................................................................ 116
Keypad tone ........................................................................................................ 117
Units .................................................................................................................... 117
Weight ............................................................................................................ 117
Temperature ...................................................................................................117
Quick MW............................................................................................................ 117
Popcorn............................................................................................................... 117
Keeping warm function ....................................................................................... 118
Steam cooking ...............................................................................................118
Microwave ......................................................................................................118
Steam reduction.................................................................................................. 119
Recommended temperatures.............................................................................. 119
Recommended power levels............................................................................... 120
Safety .................................................................................................................. 120
System lock ...............................................................................................120
Sensor lock ....................................................................................................121
Water hardness ................................................................................................... 121
Showroom programme........................................................................................ 122
Demo mode.................................................................................................... 122
Factory default settings....................................................................................... 122
Cleaning and care .............................................................................................123
Notes on cleaning and care................................................................................. 123
Appliance front .................................................................................................... 124
Oven compartment ............................................................................................. 124
Water container ................................................................................................... 125
Accessories ........................................................................................................ 125
Shelf runners ....................................................................................................... 125
Maintenance........................................................................................................ 126
Soak ...............................................................................................................126
Descaling........................................................................................................ 126
Problem solving guide ......................................................................................128
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Optional accessories ........................................................................................132
Cooking containers ............................................................................................. 132
Cleaning and care products................................................................................ 133
Other accessories ............................................................................................... 133
Safety instructions for installation................................................................... 134
Detailed dimensions of oven front................................................................... 135
Building-in dimensions .....................................................................................136
Installation in a tall unit........................................................................................ 136
Installation in a base unit..................................................................................... 137
Installation.......................................................................................................... 138
Electrical connection ........................................................................................139
After sales service, data plate, warranty......................................................... 141
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Warning and Safety instructions
The steam oven with microwave is referred to in the following instructions as
steam oven.
This appliance conforms to current safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and
maintenance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct application
This steam oven is 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.
The steam oven is not suitable for outdoor use.
This steam oven must only be used as described in these
instructions.
Any other usage is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous.
Fire hazard! If flammable items are dried using the microwave
function, the moisture in the items would evaporate, causing them to
dry out and even self-ignite.
Do not use the steam oven to store or dry flammable materials.
This appliance is not intended for 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, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.
This steam oven is supplied with a special lamp to cope with
particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp
must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not
suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be replaced
by a Miele authorised technician.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Activate the system lock to ensure that children cannot switch on
the steam oven inadvertently.
Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
Older children may only use the steam oven when its operation
has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the steam oven and do
not let them play with it.
Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves in
packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of
suffocation. Keep children away from any packing material.
Danger of burning! Children's skin is far more sensitive to high
temperatures than that of adults. Make sure that children do not
attempt to open the door when the appliance is in operation. Keep
children well away from the appliance until it has cooled down and
there is no danger of burning.
Danger of injury! The maximum load capacity for the door is 8kg.
Children can hurt themselves on an open door.
Ensure that children do not sit on or swing on the door.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical
appliances must only be carried out by a Miele approved service
technician.
Radiation by microwaves:
Service or repairs which necessitate the removal of any casing or the
door must only be carried out by a suitably trained service
technician.
A damaged appliance is dangerous. Check the appliance for any
visible damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged
appliance.
Check the door and door seal for any sign of damage. If any
damage is noticed, the oven should not be used again in any oven
function using microwave power until the fault has been rectified by
a service technician.
Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage
and present a hazard to the user. Do not use the appliance if:
– the door is warped,
– the front of the oven compartment is dented or bowed,
– the door hinges are loose,
– holes or cracks are visible in the casing, the door, the door seal or
the oven interior walls.
– there is moisture between the door panes.
Reliable and safe operation of this oven can only be assured if it
has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system. 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.
Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure that
the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency)
matches 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 any doubt.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Tampering with electrical connections or components and
mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause
operational faults. Do not open the outer casing of the appliance.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele approved service technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare
parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the
appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
If the plug has been removed or the connection cable is not
supplied with a plug, the steam oven must be connected to the
mains supply by a suitably qualified electrician.
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Warning and Safety instructions
If the mains connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced
with a special connection cable typeH05VV-F (PVC insulated),
available from Miele, by a Miele approved service technician or
suitably qualified electrician in order to avoid a hazard. See
"Electrical connection".
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– it is switched off at the mains circuit breaker, or
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn from
the socket. Do not pull the mains connection cable but the mains
plug to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity
supply.
If the steam oven is installed behind a furniture panel (e.g. a door),
ensure that the door is never closed whilst the steam oven is in use.
Heat and moisture can build up behind a closed furniture panel and
cause subsequent damage to the steam oven, the housing unit and
the floor. Do not close the door until the steam oven has cooled
down completely.
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and
its surroundings clean at all times. Any damage caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Danger of burning! The steam oven becomes hot when in use.
Exercise care when handling food and trays so as not to burn
yourself on the walls of the steam oven, shelf runners, trays, steam
and hot food itself. Use oven gloves when placing food in the steam
oven, removing it and when adjusting shelves etc. in a hot steam
oven.
When putting cooking containers into the steam oven or taking them
out, take care not to spill the contents.
Danger of burning! There will be some residual hot water in the
steam generator at the end of a cooking process. This will be
pumped back into the water container. Take care not to spill the
contents when taking the water container out of the appliance.
Do not use the steam oven to heat up or bottle food in sealed tins.
Pressure will build up inside them and they can explode causing
damage to the appliance, as well as the risk of injury and scalding.
Plastic dishes which are not heat and steam resistant melt at high
temperatures and can damage the appliance.
Only use temperature (to 100°C) and steam resistant plastic dishes
for steam cooking. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Food which is left in the steam oven can dry out and the escaping
moisture can lead to corrosion in the appliance. Do not leave cooked
food in the oven compartment and do not use any cooking
containers which are susceptible to corrosion as this could lead to
corrosion in the appliance.
Do not leave the appliance door open unnecessarily as someone
may trip over it or be injured by it.
The door can support a maximum load of 8kg. Do not sit on or
lean against an open door, and do not place heavy objects on it.
Also make sure that nothing can get trapped between the door and
the oven compartment. The steam oven could get damaged.
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Warning and Safety instructions
When using an electrical appliance, e.g. a hand-held mixer, near
the steam oven, ensure that the connection cable doesn't get caught
in the door. The insulation on the cable could become damaged,
giving rise to an electric shock hazard.
Microwave function
Please be aware that durations when using microwave power are
often considerably shorter when cooking, reheating and defrosting
than when using functions without microwave power. Excessively
long cooking times can lead to food drying out and burning or could
even cause it to catch fire.
The Microwave function can be used for heating food and
drinks. Do not use the Microwave function for drying flowers,
herbs, bread, rolls or other flammable materials which could catch
fire and cause injury by burning.
Always cover food when using the Microwave function.
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 observing a sufficiently long standing
time, which should be added to the time needed for cooking,
reheating or defrosting.
When heating food and drinks using microwave power, 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.
Before serving, remember to allow a sufficient standing time and
then always check the temperature of the food after taking it out of
the oven. The temperature of the container is not an indication of the
temperature of the food or liquid in it. 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The Microwave function is not suitable for cleaning or
disinfecting items. Items can get extremely hot and there is a danger
of burning when the item is removed from the appliance.
Do not cook or reheat food or liquids in sealed containers, jars or
bottles. With baby bottles, the screw top and teat must be removed.
Otherwise pressure will build up which can cause the bottle or
container to explode, posing a severe risk of injury.
When boiling and in particular when reheating liquids, milk,
sauces etc., using microwave power without a 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 socalled '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 scalding
and burning! The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the
pressure forces the oven door open, with a danger of injury and
damage.
Before cooking or reheating, thoroughly stir the liquid. Then wait at
least 20seconds before removing the container from the oven.
During cooking and reheating you can also place a glass rod or
similar in the container and use as a boiling rod, if available.
Eggs can be cooked without their shells using microwave power
only if the yolk membrane has been punctured several times first.
The pressure could otherwise cause the egg yolk to explode.
Eggs in their shells will explode if cooked with microwave power,
even after taking them out of the oven.
They can only be cooked in their shells using the Steam cooking
function or in an appropriate Automatic programme. Hard-boiled
eggs must not be reheated with microwave power either as they too
will explode, even after taking them out of the oven.
Food with a thick skin or peel, such 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not use the Microwave function to heat up cushions or
pads filled with cherry kernels, wheat grains, lavender or gel, such as
those used in aromatherapy. These pads can ignite when heated
even after they have been removed from the oven.
To avoid fuelling any flames, do not open the oven door if smoke
occurs in the oven interior. Cancel the cooking process by switching
the appliance off, then switch off at the socket and remove the plug.
Do not open the appliance door until the smoke has dispersed.
Dishes with hollow knobs or handles are not suitable for use with
microwave power. Moisture which has gathered in the hollow
recesses can cause pressure to build up and the item can explode. If
the hollow recess is sufficiently ventilated, the item could be used.
However, we recommend that you do not use such dishes in the
oven.
Fire hazard! Using microwave power with plastic dishes which are
not microwave safe can cause them to melt and damage the
appliance. Do not use any containers or cutlery made from or
containing metal, aluminium foil, lead crystal glassware,
temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden utensils or cutlery, metal
clips or plastic or paper covered wire ties. Do not use bowls with
milled rims, or plastic pots with the foil lid only partially removed (see
"Suitable containers for microwave use").
Do not leave the steam oven unattended when reheating or
cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or
other inflammable materials using the Microwave function.
Before using single-use containers, make sure they are suitable for
microwave use (see "Suitable containers for microwave use Plastics").
Do not reheat food in the oven in heat-retaining bags which are
intended for use in normal ovens.
These heat-retaining 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The steam oven can suffer damage when using the
Microwave function if it is empty or incorrectly loaded. For this
reason please do not use the Microwave function to pre-heat
crockery or to dry herbs and do not start the Microwave function
when the steam oven is empty.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Cleaning and care
Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this steam oven.
Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause
a short circuit.
Scratches on the door glass can result in the glass breaking.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, hard sponges, brushes or sharp metal
tools to clean the door glass.
The shelf runners can be removed for cleaning purposes (see
"Cleaning and care - Accessories").
Ensure they are correctly fitted after cleaning and never operate the
steam oven without the shelf runners fitted.
The shelf runners fit into plastic bushes. Check the bushes
carefully for damage. If the bushes are damaged, do not use any
microwave functions until the bushes have been replaced.
Try to avoid the interior walls being splashed with food or liquids
containing salt. If it does happen, wipe these away thoroughly to
avoid corrosion on the stainless steel surface.
Accessories
Use only genuine original Miele spare parts. If spare parts or
accessories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty will be
invalidated, and Miele cannot accept liability.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packaging
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. 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.
Disposing of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials,
compounds and components, which
were essential for their correct function
and safety. These could be hazardous
to human health and to the environment
if disposed of with your domestic waste
or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances. You are also responsible for
deleting any personal data that may be
stored on the appliance prior to
disposal. Please ensure that your old
appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored prior to disposal.
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Overview
Steam oven front view
a
Control panel
b
Ventilation outlet
c
Automatic door release for steam
reduction
d
Door seal
e
Compartment for water container
f
Suction tube
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g
Water container with removable spill
guard
h
Drip channel
i
Temperature sensor
j
Shelf runners
k
Steam inlet
l
Oven interior lighting
Overview
Accessories supplied
The accessories supplied with your
appliance, as well as a range of optional
ones, are available to order from Miele
(see "Optional accessories").
The steam cooking containers and
rack supplied are not suitable for use
in Microwave mode.
DMGS 1/1-30L
1 glass condensate tray
For catching excess moisture in Steam
cooking mode.
375 x 394 x 30 mm (W x D x H)
The glass tray must only be used on
the lowest shelf level.
Always use the glass condensate
tray to place items on when using the
Microwave function.
Do not place items weighing more
than 8kg on it.
DGG 1/2-40L
1 solid cooking container
Gross capacity 2.2 litres /
Useable capacity 1.6 litres
375 x 197 x 40 mm (W x D x H)
DGGL 1/2-40L
2 perforated cooking containers
Gross capacity 2.2litres /
Useable capacity 1.6litres
375x197x40 mm (W x D x H)
DMSR 1/1L
1 rack for placing your own cooking
containers on
Descaling tablets
For descaling the appliance
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 heatresistant mat or pot rest.
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Controls
a
Recessed On/Off button
For switching the appliance on and off
b
Sensor controls
For selecting oven functions
c
Display
Displays time of day and information for operation
d
sensor
To go back one step at a time
e
OK sensor
For calling up functions and saving settings
f
sensors
For scrolling through lists and for changing values
g
sensor
For setting the minute minder
h
sensor
For switching the oven interior lighting on and off
i
sensor
For accessing settings
j
sensor
For starting the Popcorn function
k
sensor
For starting the Quick MW function
l
Optical interface
(for service technician use only)
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Controls
Sensors
The sensors react to touch. Each touch is confirmed with a keypad tone. This
keypad tone can be switched off (see "Settings – Keypad tone").
Oven functions
Steam cooking
Microwave
Reheat
Automatic programmes
User programmes
Further programmes
Sensor Function Notes
To go back a step
For scrolling
through lists and
for changing
values
OK For calling up
functions and
saving settings
For setting the
minute minder
Use the arrows for scrolling up or down through
lists of options. Each option is highlighted as you
scroll through them. The option you want must be
highlighted before you can select it.
Values which are highlighted can be increased or
decreased using the arrow sensors.
Functions highlighted in the display can be
selected by touching OK. The selected function
can then be changed.
Confirm with OK to save changes.
If information appears in the display, select OK to
confirm the message.
If the time of day is visible, you can enter a minute
minder duration at any time, e.g. when boiling
eggs on the cooktop (see "Minute minder").
If the display is dark, the sensor will not react until
the steam oven is switched on.
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Controls
Sensor Function Notes
For switching the
oven interior
lighting on and off
For accessing
settings
Popcorn The microwave starts with 850 W and a duration of
Quick MW The oven starts with maximum power (1000W)
If the time of day display is visible, the oven
interior lighting can be switched on and off by
touching the sensor.
If the display is dark, the sensor will not react until
the steam oven is switched on.
The oven interior lighting switches off after
15seconds during a cooking process or remains
constantly switched on, depending on the setting
selected.
Touching the sensor when the steam oven is
switched on will bring up a list of settings.
If the display is dark, the sensor will not react until
the steam oven is switched on.
During a cooking process you can alter the
temperature or set a cooking duration after
touching this sensor.
2:45minutes (see "Popcorn").
This function can only be used when no other
cooking programmes are in use.
and a duration of 1minute (see "Quick MW").
Touching the sensor repeatedly increases the
duration in stages.
This function can only be used when no other
cooking programmes are in use.
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Controls
Display
The display is used for showing the time of day or information about functions,
temperatures, cooking durations, Automatic programmes, User programmes and
settings.
Information or a list of options will appear in the display depending on the function
selected and/or by touching the sensor.
After switching the steam oven on with the On/Off sensor, you will be prompted
to Select function.
If you have not selected a function, the settings option list will appear in the
display when you touch the sensor.
If a function has been selected (except for Automatic programmes ) and the
settings have been entered for the cooking programme, the list of options for that
cooking programme will appear when you touch the sensor.
To select an option, scroll through the list with the and arrow sensors until
the option you want is highlighted.
Then confirm the selection with OK.
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Controls
Symbols
The following symbols may appear in the display:
Symbol Meaning
The end of a list is indicated by a dotted line. By scrolling down
A tick indicates the option which is currently selected.
This symbol indicates that there is additional information and
Minute minder
Some settings, e.g. display brightness and buzzer volume, are
If two or three options are available, arrows will appear on the
right-hand side of the display. Use these to scroll through the list.
Available options are highlighted in white one after the other.
If more than three options are available, a bar will appear on the
right-hand side of the display. Use this to scroll through the list.
further, you reach the beginning of the list again.
advice about using the oven. Select OK to access the
information.
selected using a bar chart.
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Description of the functions
Steam cooking function
Water container
The maximum water level is 1.5litres,
the minimum 0.5litre. These levels are
indicated on the container. Do not
exceed the maximum level.
The amount of water used will depend
on the type of food and the duration of
cooking. Water will sometimes need to
be replenished during the cooking
process. Water consumption is
increased if the door is opened during
cooking.
At the end of the cooking programme
hot residual water in the steam
generator is pumped back into the
water container. The water container
must be emptied after each use.
The water container can be removed
using the push/pull system: push gently
on the water container to remove it.
Temperature
Some functions have a default
recommended temperature. This
temperature can be altered within the
given range for the programme or
programme stage in use, or for every
time that programme is used (see
"Settings - Recommended
temperatures"). Recommended
temperatures can be changed in 5°C
steps, or in 1°C steps for Sous-vide
cooking.
Duration
You can set a duration of between
1minute (00:01) and 10hours (10:00). If
the duration exceeds 59minutes, you
have to enter it in hours and minutes.
Example: Duration 80minutes = 1:20.
Noises
You will hear a pumping sound when
the appliance is switched on, during
use and after switching it off. This is the
sound of water being pumped through
the system and is quite normal.
When the steam oven is in use, you will
hear a fan noise.
Heating-up phase
During the heating-up phase the display
will show the temperature in the
cooking compartment as it rises and
Heating-up phase in all programmes
except for Automatic programmes and
Maintenance.
When cooking with steam, the duration
of the heating-up phase will depend on
the quantity and the temperature of the
food. In general the heating-up phase
will last for approx. 5minutes. The
duration will be longer if you are
preparing refrigerated or frozen food.
Cooking phase
The cooking phase begins when the set
temperature is reached. During the
cooking phase, the duration remaining
will be shown in the display.
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Steam reduction
If a cooking temperature above approx.
80°C has been set, the appliance door
will automatically open a fraction just
before the end of a cooking programme
to release some of the steam from the
cabinet. Steam reduction appears in the
display. The door will then close again
automatically.
Steam reduction can be switched off if
you wish (see "Settings - Steam
reduction"). If switched off, there will be
a lot of steam emitted from the cabinet
when the door is opened.
Microwave power
How the microwave function works
In the steam 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.
microwave energy, start to oscillate
2.5billion times a second. The friction
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
heated or cooked. The heat is
generated in the food itself.
Advantages
Food can generally be cooked without
adding much liquid or cooking oil.
Microwaves stop being produced as
soon as the cooking process is
interrupted or the appliance door is
opened. When the appliance is in
operation, the closed, sealed door
prevents microwaves escaping from
the appliance.
In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate the
cooking utensil being used. Microwaves
can penetrate porcelain, glass,
cardboard and plastics, but not metal.
Do not, therefore, use utensils made of
metal, or which contain metal, for
example in the form of gold or silver
trim. The metal reflects the microwaves
and this could cause sparking as the
microwaves cannot be absorbed.
Microwaves pass through a suitable
container and find their way directly into
the food. All food contains moisture
molecules which, when subjected to
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Selecting containers for microwave use
Microwaves are reflected by metal.
They pass through glass, porcelain,
plastic and cardboard.
Fire hazard!
Non-microwave safe dishes used in
microwave mode can suffer damage
or cause damage to the steam oven.
The material and shape of the
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.
Suitable containers for microwave use
Glassware
Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass
are ideal for use in the microwave oven.
Exception: Do not use crystal glass
as it contains lead which can crack
or shatter with microwave power.
Porcelain
Porcelain is a suitable material.
They are absorbed by food.
Exception: Do not use porcelain with
gold or silver edging, cobalt blue, or
items with hollow knobs or handles,
as insufficient ventilation may cause
a build-up of pressure.
Earthenware
Decorated earthenware is only suitable
if the decoration is beneath an all-over
glaze.
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Danger of burning!
Earthenware can get very hot, and
may crack.
Wear oven gloves when handling hot
dishes.
Plastics
Plastic containers and plastic
disposable containers may only be
used with the Microwave function if
they have been declared as suitable for
microwave use by the manufacturer. To
protect the environment, it is best to
avoid using single-use containers.
Do not leave the steam oven
unattended when reheating or
cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, paper or
other inflammable materials.
Plastics must be heat-resistant to a
minimum of 110°C. Otherwise the
plastic may melt and fuse with the
food.
When cooking food with fat, or food
containing fat, do not use plastic
containers. Use only glass or
porcelain.
– Plastic microwave containers
– Plastic "Boil-in-the-bag" bags
Plastic boiling bags can be used for
cooking and reheating. They should be
pierced beforehand so that steam can
escape.
This prevents a build-up of pressure
and reduces the risk of the bag
bursting.
There are also special steaming bags
available which do not need to be
pierced. Please follow instructions given
on the packet.
– Roasting bags and tubes
Please follow the manufacturer's
instructions when using roasting bags
and tubes.
Fire hazard!
Do not use metal clips, plastic clips
containing metal parts, or paper ties
containing wire. There is a danger
that they will ignite when heated.
– Melamine containers
Melamine is not suitable for use in this
oven. Melamine absorbs microwave
energy and gets hot. When purchasing
plasticware, make sure that it is suitable
for use in a microwave oven.
These are readily available from retail
outlets.
– Styrofoam containers
Styrofoam containers can be used for
short, timed warming and reheating of
food.
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