Miele H 5040 BM, H 5030 BM User Manual
Operating and installation instructions
Microwave combination oven
H 5030 BM, H 5040 BM
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 07 246 110
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................5
Caring for the environment.........................................12
Guide to the appliance ............................................13
Appliance overview ................................................13
Accessories supplied ..............................................14
Description of functions ...........................................16
Functions .......................................................18
_ Microwave ....................................................18
Functions which do not use microwave energy ..........................19
U Fan plus ...................................................19
Y Grill ......................................................19
P Defrost ....................................................19
\ Fan grill ...................................................19
S Rapid heat-up...............................................19
Functions which use microwave energy (Combination programmes) .........19
b Microwave+Grill .............................................19
a Microwave+Fan plus .........................................19
M Microwave+Fan grill ..........................................19
Before using for the first time.......................................20
Setting the time of day ..............................................20
Changing the time of day .........................................20
Cleaning and heating up for the first time ...............................21
Suitable containers for microwave ovens .............................22
Material and shape ................................................22
Testing dishes for their suitability .....................................25
Placing the dish in the oven..........................................25
A cover..........................................................26
Controls ........................................................27
Function selector ..................................................27
Temperature selector ..............................................27
Sensors .........................................................28
Display ..........................................................28
Symbols ......................................................28
Triangle V in the display .........................................29
Operation .......................................................30
Functions which do not use microwave energy ..........................30
Cooling fan ....................................................30
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Contents
Recommended temperature .........................................30
Changing the temperature ........................................30
Temperature indicator light .....................................31
Rapid heat-up S..................................................31
Pre-heating the oven.............................................31
Programming cooking durations ......................................32
Automatic switch-off .............................................32
Delaying the start with automatic switch-off ...........................33
The end of a cooking programme ..................................34
To check and change an entered time...............................34
To delete a time entered..........................................34
Microwave function _ .............................................35
Microwave + Fan plus ..............................................36
Microwave+Fan plus a, Microwave+Fan grill M .....................36
Microwave+Grill b .............................................37
The end of a cooking programme ..................................37
Minute minder (egg timer)..........................................38
To set the minute minder ............................................38
To cancel the time set for the minute minder ............................38
Settings.........................................................39
To change the "status" of a setting ....................................40
System lock .....................................................41
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power.................42
Chart for defrosting ................................................46
Chart for reheating food.............................................47
Chart for cooking food ..............................................48
Baking ..........................................................49
Baking chart .....................................................52
Roasting ........................................................53
Roasting chart ...................................................56
Grilling .........................................................57
Grilling chart.....................................................59
Defrosting without microwave power ................................60
Defrosting times...................................................60
Cleaning and care ................................................61
Oven interior .....................................................61
Door interior and door seal ..........................................64
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Contents
Appliance front ...................................................64
Accessories supplied ..............................................65
Problem solving guide ............................................66
Optional accessories..............................................69
After sales service ................................................70
Electrical connection..............................................71
Installation ......................................................72
Appliance dimensions and unit cut-out .................................72
Installation in a tall unit ...........................................72
Installation in a base unit .........................................72
Front dimensions ..................................................73
Installation .......................................................73
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner.
Correct application
The microwave combination oven is
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intended for domestic use only: to cook
food, and in particular to defrost,
reheat, cook, bake, roast and to grill.
Any other usage is at the owner's risk
and could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
This appliance is not intended for
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use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it, or have
been shown how to use it correctly by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
Keep children away from the
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microwave combination oven at all
times. It is not a toy! To avoid the risk of
injury do not allow them to play with it or
to play with the controls. Supervise
children whilst you are using it.
Older children may only use the
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microwave combination oven when its
operation has been clearly explained to
them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Great care should be taken to
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ensure that small children do not touch
the appliance when it is being used.
Children's skin is far more sensitive to
high temperatures than that of adults.
External parts of the oven such as the
door glass, control panel and the vent
become quite hot.
Never use the appliance to store or
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dry items which could ignite easily.
Moisture evaporates. Fire hazard.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Installation, maintenance and
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repairs should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in accordance with local and
national safety regulations. Repairs and
other work by unqualified persons
could be dangerous and the
manufacturer will not be held liable.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
appliance until after installation,
maintenance or repair work has been
carried out.
Before installation, check the
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appliance for visible signs of damage.
Do not install or attempt to use a
damaged appliance. Danger of injury.
Do not use the microwave function
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of the appliance if
– the door is warped,
– the door hinges are loose,
– holes or cracks are visible in the
casing, the door, the door seal or the
oven interior walls.
Operating the appliance with this type
of damage will result in microwave
leakage and present a hazard to the
user.
The electrical safety of this
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appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and
where there is any doubt, the
household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Before connecting the appliance,
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make sure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply. This data must correspond in
order to avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a competent person
if in doubt.
Do not connect the appliance to the
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mains electricity supply by an extension
lead or a multi-socket unit. These do
not guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
For safety reasons, this appliance
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may only be used after it has been built
in.
Never open the casing of the
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appliance.
Tampering with electrical connections
or components and mechanical parts is
highly dangerous to the user and can
cause operational faults.
While the appliance is under
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guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the guarantee will be
invalidated.
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Warning and Safety instructions
During installation, maintenance and
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repair work, the appliance must be
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply. It is only completely isolated
from the electricity supply when:
the mains fuse is disconnected,
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the screw-out fuse is removed (in
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countries where this is applicable),
or it has been switched off at the
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isolator or at the wall socket and the
plug has been withdrawn.
Faulty components must only be
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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.
If the connection cable is damaged,
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it must be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician.
This appliance may only be used in
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mobile installations such as ships if a
risk assessment of the installation has
been carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
In countries where there are areas
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which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
Correct use
Caution. Danger of burning.
The oven interior will become very
hot when operating with functions
which do not use microwave power
and also combination programmes
which do use microwave power.
Use oven gloves when placing food
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in the oven, turning or removing it and
when adjusting oven shelves etc. in a
hot oven.
Take great care not to come in contact
with the upper heating / grill element
when using the Grill Y, Fan plus U,
Fan grill \, Microwave+Grill b,
Microwave+Fan grill M functions as it
becomes extremely hot.
Plastic containers must only be used
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with Microwave solo. These melt at high
temperatures, and if used with any
other function could damage the
appliance.
Always ensure that food is sufficiently
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cooked or reheated. Many factors will
affect the overall cooking time, including
the size and amount of food, its initial
temperature, changes to recipe and the
shape and size of cooking container.
Some foods may contain
micro-organisms which are only
destroyed by thorough cooking,
therefore when cooking or re-heating
foods, e.g. poultry, it is particularly
important that food is fully cooked
through (at temperatures of over 70°C
for more than 10 minutes). If in doubt,
select a longer cooking or reheating
time.
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Warning and Safety instructions
It is important that the heat is allowed to
spread evenly throughout the food
being cooked. This can be achieved by
stirring and/or turning the food, and by
observing a sufficiently long standing
time, which should be added to the
time needed for cooking, reheating or
defrosting.
Please be aware that using
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microwave power will shorten cooking,
reheating and defrosting times
considerably compared to when using
functions without microwave power.
Make sure that you keep to the
recommended grilling times when
using the Grill Y and Fan grill\
functions.
However, excessively long cooking
times can lead to food drying out and
burning or could even cause the food
to catch fire.
– Do not use the microwave function to
dry breadcrumbs, flowers, herbs,
grain etc.
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Do not use any functions which use
to heat and crisp up rolls or bread, or
to dry flowers, herbs, grain etc.
Never leave the appliance
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unattended when cooking with oil or
fats, as these are a fire hazard if
allowed to overheat.
Never heat undiluted alcohol in the
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microwave, as this can easily ignite.
If using alcohol in your recipes, please
be aware that high temperatures can
cause the alcohol to vaporise and even
to ignite on the hot heating elements.
Alcohol should be burnt off before the
dish is placed in the oven to avoid this
danger.
Do not heat up unopened tins or jars
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of food in the oven. Pressure can build
up and they may explode, resulting in
injury or damage.
If smoke occurs in the oven, to avoid
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fuelling any flame do not open the door.
Cancel the cooking process by
switching the appliance off, switch off
at the socket and remove the plug. Do
not open the oven door until the smoke
has dispersed.
Use the Fan plus U function for this
type of procedure and do not leave the
oven unattended.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Moisture in food could lead to
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corrosion in the oven interior and
corrosion damage of the control panel,
worktop or housing unit.
Always cover food when using the
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Microwave (Solo) function. After food
has been brought to the boil,
continue cooking it at a lower setting
to avoid excess steam escaping.
If you wish to complete a cooking
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process using the residual heat in
the oven, do not switch the
appliance off. Leave the function
selector at the position set and turn
the temperature selector to the
lowest setting.
– Cover any food which is left in the
oven to be kept hot, as this will
prevent it from drying out.
Do not use the appliance to heat up
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the room. Due to the high temperatures
radiated, objects left near the oven
could catch fire.
Do not lean or sit on an open door,
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or place heavy items on it. This could
damage the appliance. The door can
support a maximum load of 8 kg.
Do not use full power to warm empty
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dishes or to dry out herbs. Do not use
the appliance without food, or if it is
incorrectly loaded.
Do not use the microwave function
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to heat up cushions or pads filled with
cherry kernels, wheat grain, lavender or
gel, such as those used in
aromatherapy. These pads can ignite
when heated even after they have been
removed from the appliance.
Exercise caution when cooking or
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reheating food with a high sugar
content, e.g. Christmas pudding. If
heated for too long the sugar may
caramelise or ignite. Always ensure that
this type of procedure is supervised.
The microwave combination oven is
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not suitable for cleaning or disinfecting
items.
Items can get extremely hot and there
is a danger of burning when the item is
removed.
Before serving, remember to allow a
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sufficient standing time and then
always check the temperature of the
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.
When heating food and drinks,
remember that the heat is created in
the food itself, and that the container
will normally be cooler. The dish is only
warmed by the heat of the food.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Never cook or reheat food or liquids
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in sealed containers, jars or bottles.
With baby bottles, the screw top and
teat must be loosened. Otherwise
pressure builds up which can cause
the bottle or container to explode,
posing a severe risk of injury.
When heating liquids using
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microwave power, the boiling rod
provided should always be placed into
the container.
When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc,
using microwave power without the
boiling rod, the boiling point of the
liquid may be reached without the
production of typical bubbles. The
liquid does not boil evenly throughout.
This so-called 'boiling delay' can cause
a sudden build up of bubbles when the
container is removed from the oven or
shaken. This can lead to the liquid
boiling over suddenly and explosively.
Danger of burning.
The formation of bubbles can be so
strong that the pressure forces the oven
door open. The user could be injured
and the appliance damaged.
The boiling rod ensures that the liquid
boils evenly and that bubbles form at
an early stage during the operation.
Make sure that you only use
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microwave safe containers when using
the Microwave (Solo) function or a
combination programme which uses
microwave power. Observe the
instructions given in "Suitable
containers for microwave ovens".
Ovenproof earthenware can retain a
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considerable amount of moisture.
Earthenware and porcelain containers
with hollow handles and lid knobs must
only be used with microwave power if
they have vent holes, which allow the
moisture to escape. Without vent holes
there can be a pressure build-up,
causing the container to crack or
shatter, with the danger of injury.
Do not reheat food in the oven in
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heat-retaining bags which are intended
for use in normal ovens. These
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
Do not leave the oven unattended
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when reheating or cooking food in
disposable containers made of plastic,
paper or other inflammable materials.
Before using single-use containers
make sure they are suitable for use in
microwave ovens. See "Suitable
containers for microwave ovens Plastics".
Eggs can only be cooked in their
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shells using microwave heat in a
specially designed egg-boiling device
available from specialist shops.
Similarly, hard-boiled eggs should not
be reheated using microwave power as
this may lead to the eggs exploding,
even after they have been taken out of
the oven.
Eggs can be cooked without their
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shells using microwave power only if
the yolk membrane has been
punctured several times first. The
pressure could otherwise cause the
egg yolk to explode. Danger of inury.
Accessories
Only use genuine Miele spare parts
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and accessories with this appliance. If
spare parts or accessories from other
manufacturers are used, this will
invalidate the guarantee, and Miele
cannot accept liability.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
Food with a thick skin or peel, such
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as tomatoes, sausages, jacket potatoes
and aubergines, should be pierced or
cut in several places to allow steam to
escape and prevent the food from
bursting.
To check food temperature, first
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interrupt the cooking process. Only use
a thermometer specifically approved for
food use to measure the temperature of
the food. Never use a thermometer
containing mercury or liquid, as these
are not suitable for use with very high
temperatures and will break very easily.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines often contain materials
which, if handled or disposed of
incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
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It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
Appliance overview
Guide to the appliance
Control panel
a Function selector
b Display
c Sensors V, OK, W, N
d Temperature selector
Oven interior
e Grill element
f Lighting
g Three shelf levels
h Oven door
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Guide to the appliance
Accessories supplied
Glass tray
The glass tray is suitable for use with all
cooking functions.
Always use the glass tray when
using the Microwave (Solo) function.
Do not place items weighing more
than8kgonit.
Do not place the hot glass tray on a
cold surface, such as a tiled or
granite worktop.
The glass tray could get damaged.
Use a suitable heat-resistant mat or
pot rest.
Rack with non-tip safety notches
The rack is designed to be compatible
with microwaves and so can be used
with programmes which use microwave
power (combination programmes).
Do not place the rack directly on the
floor of the oven and do not use it
with the Microwave (Solo) function.
This could cause arcing which could
damage the oven.
Do not place items weighing more
than 8 kg on the rack.
The rack gets hot when used with
combination programmes which use
the microwave function. Danger of
burning.
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The rack has non-tip safety notches
which prevent it being pulled right out
when it only needs to be pulled out
partially.
When pushing the rack back in,
always ensure that the safety
notches are at the rear of the oven
(see illustration).
To remove the rack, lift it upwards
slightly at the front when the safety
notches connect with the sides of the
oven.
Guide to the appliance
Boiling rod
When heating liquids, the boiling rod
provided should always be placed in
the container. It helps liquids to heat
evenly.
We recommend using the rack
together with the glass tray when
cooking items on the rack which might
drip.
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Description of functions
Functions Use
Microwave _
(Solo)
Functions without
microwave
Combination programmes
(with microwave)
Rapid Heat-up S For reducing the pre-heating time for the appliance.
Light T The interior lighting can be switched on separately,
Settings % Default settings which can be altered individually.
Automatic switch-off For switching off the appliance automatically.
Delay start For starting the cooking programme at a later time.
Minute minder N
(Egg timer)
For defrosting, reheating and cooking food quickly.
For cooking food when a crisp finish is required.
The combination programmes enable food to be
reheated and cooked quickly with even browning
results. In the combination programmes, microwave
power is used in conjunction with a traditional
function.
e.g. for cleaning the oven.
For monitoring other kitchen activities, e.g. boiling an
egg on the hob.
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Description of functions
Safety features Use
System lock The system lock prevents the appliance being used
by children, for example.
Safety cut-out A function without microwave can be started
without selecting a cooking duration. To prevent
over-use and the consequent danger of fire, the
appliance switches off automatically after a certain
length of time. This can be between 1 hour and 10
hours, depending on the function and temperature
chosen.
If a combination programme is followed in quick
succession by another combination programme, the
magnetron (which produces the microwaves) cannot
be switched on again until after approx. 10 seconds
have elapsed. For this reason you will need to wait a
short while before starting the second programme.
Energy saving function Use
Door contact switch If the door is opened during a programme that is not
using microwaves, the heat in the oven automatically
switches off. The fans continue to operate. As soon
as the door is closed again, the programme will
continue.
However, if the door is opened during a
combination programme, the cooling fan will
switch off and the programme must be started again
after you have closed the door.
"Switch off time-of-day
display" function
The standard factory default setting can be changed
so that the time of day continues to run unseen in
the background. The display remains dark. The time
of day display is switched on and is visible in the
display when the appliance is operated (see
"Settings - Time of day display").
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Functions
_ Microwave
In a microwave oven there is a
high-frequency tube called a
magnetron. This converts electrical
energy into microwaves. These
microwaves are distributed evenly
throughout the oven interior and
rebound off the metal sides of the oven
interior to reach the food from all sides.
In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate
the cooking container being used (see
"Suitable containers for microwave
ovens"). Microwaves pass through a
suitable container and find their way
directly into the food.
All food contains moisture molecules
which when subjected to microwave
energy start to oscillate vigorously. The
friction caused caused by this vibration
creates heat which first starts
developing around the outside of the
food and then slowly penetrates
towards the centre. The moisture, fat
and sugar content of food will affect the
speed at which it is cooked.
As heat is produced directly in the
food,
food can generally be cooked
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without adding much liquid or
cooking oil.
cooking, reheating and defrosting is
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much quicker than when using a
function which does not use
microwave energy.
nutrients, such as vitamins and
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minerals, are generally retained.
the colour, texture and taste of food
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are not impaired.
Power level
The following power levels can be
selected:
80 W, 150 W, 300 W, 450 W, 600 W,
850 W, 1000 W
Microwaves stop being produced as
soon as the cooking process is
interrupted or the appliance door is
opened.
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Functions
Functions which do not use
microwave energy
U Fan plus
This system works by the circulation of
heated air. As the heated air reaches
the food straight away, temperatures
are lower than those needed for
"Conventional heat" where the heat is
directed at the food from above and
below.
When using Fan plus you can cook on
two different levels at the same time.
Y Grill
This function can be used for grilling
thin cuts and for browning cooked
dishes, e.g. pasta bakes. The grill is
ready for use when it glows red.
P Defrost
The air in the oven is kept at room
temperature and circulated by the fan
to gently defrost frozen food.
Functions which use
microwave energy
(Combination programmes)
b Microwave+Grill
a Microwave+Fan plus
M Microwave+Fan grill
The combination programmes enable
food to be reheated and cooked
quickly with even browning results.
The Microwave+Fan plus combination
programme is the most effective
because the heat reaches the food immediately giving the greatest savings in
both time and energy.
In general when using the combination
programmes, you should not set the
microwave power level higher than
150 W for baking, and not higher than
300 W for cooking, roasting and grilling.
\ Fan grill
Temperatures used for Fan grill are
lower than those used with the Grill
function.
For grilling thick cuts, e.g. rolled meat,
poultry.
S Rapid heat-up
This function heats up the appliance
quickly to the temperature required.
The temperature indicator light will go
out when the pre-selected temperature
has been reached. The function
selector must then be turned to the
function you wish to use for cooking.
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Before using for the first time
The controls which may be pushed in
when the microwave combination
oven is delivered need to be
released before it can be used.
Setting the time of day
The time of day can only be entered
when the function selector is at "0".
In the display:
the clock symbol m will light up,
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and "I2:00" and triangle V
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underneath the m symbol will start
flashing.
After a power failure the current
time-of-day starts flashing.
To confirm the time-of-day:
Touch the OK sensor.
^
The appliance will store this time for
approx. 24 hours. After 24 hours it will
show "12:00" and will need to be re-set.
Changing the time of day
Touch the OK sensor twice.
^
Use the V or W sensors to enter the
^
hour first of all.
Touch the OK sensor.
^
^ Now use the V or W sensors to enter
the minutes.
^ Touch the OK sensor.
I2:00
m
V
^ Use the V or W sensors to enter the
hour first of all.
^
Touch the OK sensor.
This confirms the hour and the minutes
will then start to flash.
^
Now use the V or W sensors to enter
the minutes.
^
Touch the OK sensor.
This confirms the minutes.
The time of day you have selected has
now been entered.
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The time of day has been changed.
Before using for the first time
Cleaning and heating up for
the first time
Remove any protective foil from the
front of the appliance.
See "Cleaning and care" for more
information.
Before using the appliance for the first
time
– take all accessories out of the oven
compartment and wash them.
– heat up the appliance once with
nothing in it.
With new appliances, there is usually
a smell during first use. High
temperatures will help dissipate this
smell more quickly.
Please ensure the room is well
ventilated during this operation.
Close doors to other rooms to
prevent the smell spreading
throughout the house.
^ Before heating it up it is a good idea
to wipe the interior out with a damp
cloth first. This way any dust or bits of
packaging that may have
accumulated in the oven
compartment during storage and
unpacking will be removed.
^ Turn the function selector to Fan Plus
U.
The recommended temperature of
160 °C will appear.
^ Use the temperature selector to set
the highest temperature (250 °C).
^ Heat up the empty appliance for at
least an hour.
The timer can be used to set the finish
time (see "Operation - Programming
cooking times - to switch a programme
off automatically").
^ Leave the appliance to cool down to
room temperature.
^ Then wipe the oven interior out with a
solution of hot water and a mild
detergent and then dry it thoroughly
with a soft clean cloth.
Leave the oven door open until the
oven interior is completely dry.
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Microwaves
are reflected by metal,
–
– pass through glass, porcelain,
plastic and card,
Material and shape
The material and shape of containers
used affect cooking results and times.
Heat distribution is more even in round
and oval shaped flat containers than in
rectangular containers, providing better
results.
Ovenproof earthenware can
,
retain a considerable amount of
moisture. Earthenware and porcelain
containers with hollow handles and
lid knobs must only be used in this
oven if they have vent holes, which
allow the moisture to escape.Without
vent holes there can be a pressure
build-up, causing the container to
crack or shatter, with the danger of
injury.
Metal
Metal containers, aluminium foil,
metal cutlery and china with metallic
decoration such as gold rims or
cobalt bule must not be used with
microwave power.
Metal reflects microwaves and
obstructs the cooking process.
–
and are absorbed by food.
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Do not use plastic pots where the
foil lid has not been completely
removed as small pieces of foil
could cause sparks.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens
Exceptions:
The rack supplied with the
appliance is suitable for use with
microwave power (combination
programmes).
However, it must not be placed on
the oven floor.
Metal baking trays can be used with
–
combination programmes which use
microwave power.
If recommended by the producer,
–
pre-cooked meals in aluminium foil
containers can be defrosted and
reheated in the appliance using
microwave power. Important:
Remove the lid first.
However, as food is only heated from
the top it is better to remove the food
from the aluminium foil container and
transfer it to a dish suitable for a
microwave oven. The heat
distribution will be more even.
Do not place aluminium foil dishes
on the rack in case the dish sparks
or arcs. If sparks occur, transfer
food to a microwave-safe container.
Metal meat skewers or clamps
–
should only be used if they are very
small in comparison to the size of the
cut of meat.
Glassware
Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass
are ideal for use in the microwave oven.
Crystal glass is unsuitable as it
contains lead which could cause the
glass to crack in the microwave.
Porcelain
Porcelain is a suitable material.
Do not use porcelain with gold or
silver edging or items with hollow
knobs or handles, as insufficient
ventilation may cause pressure.
Earthenware
Decorated earthenware is only suitable
if the decoration is beneath an all-over
glaze.
Earthenware can get very hot, and
may crack.
–
For even defrosting and to avoid
overcooking unevenly shaped cuts
of meat, poultry or fish, small pieces
of aluminium foil may be used to
mask wing-tips or other thin parts for
the last few minutes of the process.
Make sure that the aluminium foil is
at least 2 cm from the oven walls at
all times.
Glazes and colours
Some glazes and colours contain
metals which make them unsuitable
for use in a microwave oven.
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