Miele H4084BMSS User Manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions

Convection microwave oven
H 4084 BM
H 4086 BM

To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions

before

installation or use.

en - US, CA

M.-Nr. 07 979 400

Contents

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

Guide to the oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Guide to the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Oven accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Safety and energy saving features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Settings J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Language J ......................................................16

Clock ...........................................................16

Temperatures.....................................................17

Oven Light .......................................................17

Temperature °F/°C .................................................17

Tone Options .....................................................18

Display ..........................................................19

System Lock .....................................................19

Warming function..................................................20

Power Level ......................................................20

Reset ...........................................................21

Selecting cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Before using the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Programming the oven .............................................26

Cleaning the appliance .............................................26

Heating the oven ..................................................27

Using the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Selecting cooking times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Contents

Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Bake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Broil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Microwave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Defrost / Heat and Cook ............................................43

Master Chef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Roast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using the roast probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Sabbath. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Interior ..........................................................54

Inside of door with door seal .........................................56

Front of appliance .................................................56

Accessories ......................................................57

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Machine front dimensions ...........................................68

Programming the oven .............................................69

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances always observe basic safety precautions,
including the following:

WARNING - To reduce the risk of
burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:

Read all instructions before installing
or using the oven.

Read and follow the specific,
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY".

This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Only use the
appliance for its intended purpose.

This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Use

The appliance is intended for

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domestic use only: defrosting, heating,
cooking, baking, roasting and broiling
of food.
It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.

Do not use the appliance to store or

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dehydrate flammable materials. This is
a fire hazard.

Persons who lack physical, sensory

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

Children

Children should not be left

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unattended in an area where the
appliance is in use. Never allow
children to operate, hang or lean on
any part of the appliance.

Burn Hazard - Do not allow children

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to use the microwave function or any
other modes of operation. Failure to do
so can result in severe burns or serious
injury.

Do not allow children to touch or

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play in, on or near the oven. The oven
gets hot at the oven door glass, the
vapor vent, the handle and the
operating controls. Danger of burns.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical Safety

Installation, repair and maintenance

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work should be performed by a Miele
authorized service technician in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations and the provided
installation instructions. Contact Miele’s
Technical Service Department for
examination, repair or adjustment.
Repairs and other work by unauthorized
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.

Before installation, make sure that

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the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
appliance damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.

To guarantee the electrical safety of

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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.

Before installing the oven, check for

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externally visible damage. Do not
operate a damaged appliance.

This appliance must not be installed

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or operated outdoors.

The appliance must only be

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operated after it has been correctly
installed into cabinetry.

Under no circumstances open the

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outer casing of the appliance.

While the appliance is under

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

Before servicing, disconnect the

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appliance from the main power supply.

Defective components should be

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

Do not operate any appliance with a

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

This appliance is not designed for

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maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft. However, under
certain conditions it may be possible for
installation in these applications. Please
contact the Miele Technical Service
Department with specific requirements.

Do not install this appliance near

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water, e.g. sink, wet basement,
swimming pool, etc.

Do not use an extension cord to

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

Do not use corrosive chemicals or

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vapors in this appliance.

Do not use the oven to heat the

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room. Due to the high temperatures
radiated, objects left near the oven
could catch fire.

Times for cooking, heating and

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defrosting food in the convection
microwave oven are shorter than that of
traditional food preparation methods.
Extensive microwaving could dry out
food and cause possible ignition. Fire
hazard!

Do not use the microwave function

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to dry bread, flowers, herbs, etc. Use
the Convection Bake function.

Do not heat cushions filled with

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herbs, gel, etc. with the microwave
function. The cushions could ignite,
even once removed from the oven after
heating. This is a fire hazard.

Do not use full power when warming

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empty dishes or drying herbs. The lack
or minimal amount of food could cause
damage to the appliance.

Do not use for cleaning and

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disinfecting utensils and cookware.
There is a risk of burns from the high
temperatures from the utensil when it is
taken out of the oven. This is a fire
hazard.

Supervise cooking with grease or

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oils. Oils and grease could ignite.

Never heat undiluted alcohol in the

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microwave oven, it can easily ignite.

If materials inside the oven ignite,

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keep the oven door closed to avoid
fueling any flames. Turn the oven off or
disconnect the power supply.

If smoke occurs in the oven, to avoid

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fueling any flames, do not open the
oven door. Switch the appliance off by
pressing the ON/OFF button, switch off
at the mains and remove the plug from
the outlet. Do not open the oven door
until the smoke has dispersed.

To avoid corrosion damage from

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condensation:

– Cover meals when cooking with the

Microwave Solo function.

– When using residual heat to keep

food warm, leave the selected
function on and select the lowest
temperature. Do not turn the oven
off. Condensation from food and
drinks could cause damage to the
machine or the countertop and
cabinetry. Leaving the machine on
will keep the fan running to aid in
dissipating the condensation.

–

Cover food stored in the oven
interior. Condensation from food and
drinks could cause corrosion
damage. It also prevents the food
from drying out.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Only use accessories approved by

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Miele for use with this machine. Use of
other accessories may cause damage
and void the warranty.

Only use the Miele roast probe

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supplied with this appliance. If a
replacement is necessary it can be
ordered from Miele or your Miele
dealer.

When not in use do not leave the

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roast probe in the oven, especially
when broiling. The high temperatures
used for broiling could cause plastic
components on the roast probe to melt.

Do not lean, sit or place heavy items

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on the open oven door. The machine
may be damaged. The door can hold a
max. of 17.5 lbs (8 kg).

Do not cover or block any opening

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on the appliance.

Aluminum foil should not be used to

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line the oven floor. To avoid damage,
do not place pots, pans or baking
sheets directly on the oven floor.

Microwave function

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY

Do not attempt to operate this oven
with the door open since open-door
operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to damage or tamper
with the safety interlocks.

Do not place any object between the
oven front and the door or allow soil
or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.

Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly important
that the oven door closes properly
and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent), (2) hinges and
latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.

Do not operate the convection

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microwave oven empty! The oven will
be damaged.

Be sure to use cookware suitable for

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the function being used. See "Selecting
cookware".
The provided combi rack is specially
designed for use in this oven.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not leave the appliance

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unattended when heating food in
disposable, e.g. plastic, paper or other
flammable materials.
See "Selecting cookware".

Do not use the oven to heat food in

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heat retaining packaging, e.g. take-out
food packaging.
This packaging contains a thin layer of
aluminum foil which reflects the
microwaves. This reflected energy can
cause the paper layer to ignite.

Before serving food allow a

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sufficient standing time. Always check
the temperature of the food itself after
taking it out of the microwave oven. Do
not judge by the plate temperature. The
heat is created in the food, the dishes
may stay cool to the touch.

Always check the temperature

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before serving heated baby food.

Use a food thermometer to measure

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the foods temperature. Do not use
thermometers containing mercury or
liquids, they are not suitable for high
temperatures and break easily.

Never cook or reheat food and

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liquids in sealed containers or bottles.
Remove the nipple or lid before heating
in the microwave oven. Built-up
pressure may cause them to burst.
Danger of injuries.

When heating liquids, the provided

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boiling wand should be placed into the
container.

When heating liquids, milk, sauces,

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etc., in the oven without the boiling
wand, the boiling point of the liquid may
be reached without the production of
bubbles. The liquid will not boil evenly.
This "boiling delay" can cause a sudden
build up of steam 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 built-up pressure may force the

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oven door open. This could result in
injury or damage. The boiling wand
ensures that the liquid boils evenly and
that steam bubbles form at an early
stage.

Always check that food is sufficiently

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heated. The time required varies
depending on a number of factors,
such as initial temperature, quantity,
type and consistency of the food, and
changes in the recipe. Germs present
in the food are killed off only at a
sufficiently high temperature (> 158° F)
and after a sufficiently long time (> 10
Min.). Select a longer cook time if you
are unsure if food is thoroughly heated.
To ensure temperature is distributed
evenly, stir and rotate food occasionally
before serving.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Eggs must only be cooked in their

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shells in the microwave oven in a
device designed specifically for
microwave egg boiling. Hard-boiled
eggs should not be reheated in the
microwave oven. The eggs may burst,
even once they have been removed
from the oven.

Eggs can be cooked without their

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shells in the microwave oven only if the
yolk membrane has been punctured
first. The pressure could otherwise
cause the egg yolk to explode. Danger
of injuries.

Food with a thick skin or peel, such

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as tomatoes, sausages and potatoes
should be pierced in several places
before cooking to allow steam to vent
and prevent the food from bursting.

Do not use dishware with hollow

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handles or lid knobs. Moisture can get
into the hollow parts. (The hollow parts
of some dishware can be vented).
Danger of built-up pressure and the
explosion of the hollow parts may
cause injuries.

Solo functions:
Convection Bake, Auto Roast, Broil,
Convection Broil

Caution! Danger of burns!
When using solo functions the oven
interior gets very hot.

Be sure to use cookware suitable for

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the function being used. See "Selecting
cookware".

Use pot holders when working with

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a hot appliance. Especially the upper
heating element gets extremely hot
when using any broil function. Danger
of burning!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND REVIEW THEM
PERIODICALLY

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Guide to the oven

a Control panel

b Upper heating element

c Light

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d Roast probe socket

e Three level runners

f Oven door

Guide to the display

a Touch controls

Next to and below the display are
electronic sensor controls which
react to the touch of a finger. When
the oven is turned on the display
shows the allocation of the controls.
The oven is operated by a touch of
the respective control. Every touch of
the controls is confirmed by a tone.
The tone can be turned off.
See "Settings - Tone Options ­Keypad tone".

b Keypad

The number keypad lights when
entries for temperatures or times are
needed.

c On/Off

Turns the oven on or off.

d Minute+

To start the microwave with
maximum power for 1 minute. You do
not have to turn the oven on to start
this function.

^ Press the "Minute+" button and the

program will start automatically.

e Display

f Clear

To delete the last entry or to go back
to the previous menu. If more than
one function is entered, a question is
displayed to clarify which one the
user would like to delete.

g Timer

To time any kitchen activity,
e.g. cooking pasta. Two separate
times can be entered.

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Guide to the display

Display

+

This symbol is allocated to a touch
control and shows in the display with
an option or request, e.g. "back",
"OK", etc. The display shows a
maximum of six options. If more
menu points are available, "more" will
be displayed as the last menu
option. The desired setting is
selected by touching the control next
to it.

If options are available for times or
temperatures they will also be
highlighted in the display. These
numbers can be entered by using
the keypad.

The currently selected setting will
then be highlighted and/or shown at
the top of the display.

( BAKE ...
( BROIL ...
( MICROWAVE ...

MASTER CHEF ... )

DEFROST ... )

more )

K

Additional information for options are
marked with this symbol. Confirm
with "OK" to close an info window.

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Level 1 from the bottom

K

Use rack and glass tray

12:23

OK )

Oven accessories

Oven accessories

Roast probe

The roast probe is inserted in the food
to monitor the roasting process. For
more information see "Using the roast
probe".

Boiling wand

When heating liquids, the provided
boiling wand should be placed into the
container. It results in even boiling of
the liquid.

Glass tray with non-tip safety
notches

This tray is suitable for all microwave
oven functions.

Always use the glass tray when
using the Microwave (Solo) function.

When inserted, the safety notches
should face the rear.

The glass tray can hold a max. of

17.5 lbs (8 kg).

Never place the hot glass tray
directly on a cold surface, such as a
tiled or granite countertop. The glass
tray may crack.

The tray has non-tip safety notches
which prevents it from being pulled out
completely.

The glass tray must be lifted to be
taken out of the oven.

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Oven accessories

Combi rack

The combi rack is specially designed
for microwaves and can be used with
programs that use microwave power
(combi programs).

It should not be set on the bottom of
the oven and do not use it with the
Microwave (Solo) function.
This could cause arcing which could
damage the oven.

The combi rack can hold a max. of

17.5 lbs (8 kg).

The combi rack becomes very hot
during use. Use caution.

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When inserting a rack, always check
that the safety notches are at the
rear of the oven.

The rack can only be removed by
raising it upwards and then pulling out.

During certain functions, it is
recommended to use the combi rack
along with the glass tray.

Safety and energy saving features

System lock

When locked, the oven cannot be
operated, see "Settings - System lock".

Automatic Safety Shut Off

A solo oven function can be started
without a cooking time set. To prevent a
run-on operation and a fire hazard the
oven shuts off automatically.
Depending on the temperature and
function selected, the oven will turn off
1 to 10 hours after the last operation
was selected.

When the oven is turned off after one
operation but will be used for a second
cooking program right away, you must
wait 30 seconds before the power can
be turned on again.

Door contact switch

If the door is opened during a
combination function e.g. Combination
Bake, the heat and convection fan will
automatically turn off. After closing the
door and pressing "Start", the operation
will continue. When the door is opened
during a solo function e.g. Convection
Bake, the operation will continue
immediately after closing the door. It
does not need to be restarted.

Interior light turned off

The interior light can be set to turn off
after the process starts. See "Settings ­Oven Light".

Switching off time display

The display will go dark and the time
will continue unseen in the background.
The time only shows in the display
when the oven is being operated (see
"Settings - Clock - Clock display")

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Settings J

The default oven settings can be
changed in the function "Settings J". In
this function you can customize the
oven to suit your preferences. Settings
may be adjusted by touching the
corresponding touch control.

Language J

Select the touch control next to the

^

desired language and confirm by
selecting "OK".

The symbol J indicates the "Language"
setting. If you accidentally select an
unfamiliar language, simply look for the
J symbol, touch the control next to it
and select your language of choice.

Clock

"Enter Time" appears in the display.

^ Enter the current time using the

keypad.

Different settings can be selected by
touching the control next to the option:

–

the size of the clock display,
Size Normal or LARGE

LANGUAGE english (US)

( english (US)
( english (UK)
( deutsch

LANGUAGE english (US)

( back
( français
( italiano

Enter Time: 04:23

( Size Normal
( 12 hour

español )

OK )

more )

polski )

português )

OK )

Clock display On )

OK )

–

the time format,
12 hour or 24 hour

–

whether or not the time is displayed,
Clock display On or Off

^

Touch the "OK" control to confirm the
entries.

If the power is cut off for more than 6
weeks the clock will have to be reset.

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Temperatures

The default temperature of each
function can be adjusted. If a
temperature out of the available range
is selected, the oven will revert to the
default temperature.

Touch the control of the function

^

whose default temperature you wish
to alter.

Enter the new default temperature

^

using the keypad.

The next time this function is selected,
the new temperature will be used.

Oven Light

The "On" duration of the oven light can
be altered.

^ Touch the control of the light setting

you wish to change.

– "Off after 1 minute"

The light goes off after the 1
of a function.

st

minute

Settings J

TEMPERATURES

( BAKE 375°F
( SURROUND 375°F
( INTENSIVE 325°F

OVEN LIGHT

Off after 1 minute

( Off after 1 minute
( On during use

OK )

more )

OK )

–

"On during use"
The oven light remains lit during a
function.

The selected setting will appear in the
display.

^

Touch the "OK" control to confirm the
selection.

Temperature °F/°C

All oven temperatures can be displayed
in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.

^

Touch the "Temperature" control to
toggle between °F and °C.

SETTINGS

( LANGUAGE J...
( CLOCK...
( TEMPERATURES...

OVEN LIGHT... )

TEMPERATURE °F...)

more )

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Settings J

Tone Options

Unique tones may be set for each of
the two timers to differentiate them from
an oven function tone.

"Timer 1" and "Timer 2"

The tone of "Timer 1" and "Timer 2" can
be set to one of five tone options.

Select "Timer 1 Tone" or "Timer 2

^

Tone" by touching the corresponding
control.

With every touch of the respective
control, another tone will sound and the
display will show the tone number.

For example, Timer 1 Tone 1.

^ Select a tone for each timer.

"Keypad Tone"

The keypad can be set to make a
sound with each touch of a control.

TONE OPTIONS

( Timer 1 Tone 1
( Timer 2 Tone !
( Keypad tone on

Volume 5 )

Tone Short )

OK )

^ Touch the "Keypad tone" control to

toggle between the on and off
settings.

"Volume"

This control adjusts the volume of the
tone options.

^

Touch the "Volume" control until you
hear the desired volume.

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Settings J

"Tone Short / Long"

The duration of the timer and oven
tones can be modified.

"Tone short" will beep in quick

–

succession when an oven signal or
the oven timer sounds.

"Tone long" a continuous tone will

–

sound when an oven signal or the
oven timer sounds.

Touch the "Tone" control to toggle

^

between the short and long settings.

Touch the "OK" control to confirm the

^

"Tone Options" settings.

When the tone sounds to indicate an
oven signal or the timer, touch any
number on the keypad to turn off the
tone.

Display

The oven display can be adjusted as
desired by touching the controls next to
"Brightness" and "Contrast".

System Lock

The oven can be locked.

Do not accept

The lock is not used. Default setting

Accept

The lock is used.

When "Accept" is set, the display shows
a lock which is either open or closed.

Off

The lock is open, the oven can be
used.

On

The lock is closed, the oven can not be
used.

The timer can still be used.

The oven will remain locked after a
power failure.

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Settings J

Warming function

The oven has a built-in warming
function which is activated by default.
Food which is not immediately removed
from the oven will be kept warm for a
short period of time. The display shows
"Keep warm".

The function can be deselected. The
"Warming function" cannot be set as a
separate function.

Power Level

The default power levels for microwave
and combined microwave functions
can be adjusted. Confirm with "OK".

They are shown in a bar. A full bar
shows the maximum power.

Seven power levels are available for
microwave.

If only two segments are shown the
minimum power is displayed.

Four power levels are available for
combination functions.

If only four segments are shown the
minimum power is displayed.

WARMING FUNCTION

On

( Off
( On

MICROWAVE

Adjust power level

( Lower w

COMBINATIONS

Adjust power level

( Lower v

OK )

Higher )

OK )

Higher )

OK )

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Reset

The default settings of the oven can be
restored with "Reset".

Settings J

RESET

( TEMPERATURES
( SETTINGS
( FAVORITES

Temperatures

If the request is confirmed with "yes", all
changed temperatures will be restored
to the factory default.

Settings

If the request is confirmed with "yes", all
changed settings will be restored to the
factory default.

Favorites

If the request is confirmed with "yes", all
changed "Favorite" entries will be
deleted. Once deleted, these entries
cannot be restored.

( Yes

( Yes

( Yes

RESET TEMPERATURES

Are you sure?

No )

RESET SETTINGS

Are you sure?

No )

RESET FAVORITES

Are you sure?

No )

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Selecting cookware

Microwaves:

are reflected by metal,

–

– pass through glass and chinaware,

Material and shape

The material and shape of containers
used affect cooking results and times.
Circular and oval containers work best.
The food will heat more evenly than in a
square container.

Containers and lids which

,

contain hollow handles or knobs are
not suitable for use in the oven. The
handles or knobs could collect
moisture if not adequately vented.
Without vent holes pressure can
build up, causing the container to
crack or shatter, danger of injury.

Metal

Do not use metal containers,

,

aluminum foil, cutlery or dishes with
metal decor during the
microwave-solo function. Metal
reflects the microwaves which
hinders the cooking process. Sparks
may occur.

–

are absorbed by the food.

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Do not use plastic cups with
incompletely removed aluminum lids
(such as cream cups). The remnants
of the lids can lead to sparking.