Miele M 2240 SC operation manual

Operating instructions
Microwave oven

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. 11 198 300

Contents

Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 4

Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 15

Installation............................................................................................................ 16

Installation dimensions.......................................................................................... 16

Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 26

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 27

Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 28

Control panel .......................................................................................................29

Description of function .......................................................................................30

Modes of operation ............................................................................................. 31

Functions............................................................................................................... 31

Microwave Solo mode...................................................................................... 31

Automatic programmes.................................................................................... 31

Suitable containers for microwave ovens......................................................... 32

Material and shape................................................................................................ 32

Testing containers ................................................................................................. 34

A heat-retaining cover ........................................................................................... 35

Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 37

Setting the time ..................................................................................................... 37

Altering the time of day ......................................................................................... 37

Operation.............................................................................................................. 38

Opening the door .................................................................................................. 38

Placing the dish in the oven .................................................................................. 38

Turntable................................................................................................................ 38

Closing the door.................................................................................................... 38

Starting a programme ........................................................................................... 38

“door” message................................................................................................ 39

Interrupting or re-starting a programme................................................................ 39

Altering settings..................................................................................................... 39

Cancelling a programme ....................................................................................... 40

At the end of a programme .................................................................................. 40

Automatic keeping-warm function ........................................................................ 40

Quick microwave................................................................................................... 40

Changing the time and power level.................................................................. 40

System lock........................................................................................................... 41

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Contents

Using the minute minder ....................................................................................... 42

Altering a minute minder entry ......................................................................... 42

Deleting the minute minder duration ................................................................ 42

Using the minute minder plus a cooking programme ...................................... 42

Operation - Automatic programmes.................................................................. 43

Automatic defrosting............................................................................................. 43

Automatic cooking ................................................................................................ 43

Cooking food from frozen................................................................................. 43

Cooking fresh food........................................................................................... 43

Using an automatic programme............................................................................ 43

Recipes for automatic programmes.................................................................. 45

Changing settings ...............................................................................................47

Reheat ..................................................................................................................50

Cooking ................................................................................................................ 52

Defrost.................................................................................................................. 53

Examples of use: .................................................................................................54

Note for test institutes ........................................................................................ 56

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 57

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................60

After sales service............................................................................................... 63

Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 63

Warranty ................................................................................................................ 63

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Warning and Safety instructions

This microwave oven complies with current safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
material damage.

Read the operating instructions carefully before using the
appliance. They contain important information on safety,
installation, use and maintenance. This prevents both personal
injury and damage to the appliance.

In accordance with standard IEC/EN60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
chapter on installing the appliance as well as the safety
instructions and warnings.

Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non­compliance with these instructions.

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

Correct application

 This microwave oven is intended for private domestic use.

This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.

 Do not use the appliance at altitudes of above 2000m.
 The microwave oven is intended for domestic use only to cook,

defrost and to reheat food. Any other use is not permitted.

 Do not use the microwave oven to store or dry items which could

ignite easily. If such items were dried in the microwave oven, the
moisture in the item would evaporate causing it to dry out and even
self-ignite. Never use the microwave oven to store or dry items which
could ignite easily.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 This microwave oven can only be used by people with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they are supervised whilst using it. They may only use it
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way.
They must be able to recognise and understand the consequences
of incorrect operation.

 The oven compartment is fitted 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 fitted by
a Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service
Department.

Safety with children

 Children under eight years of age must be kept away from the

appliance unless they are constantly supervised.

 Children aged eight and older may only use the microwave oven

without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe
manner. Children must be able to recognise and understand the
potential risks of improper use.

 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance

unsupervised.

 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the microwave

oven. Never allow children to play with the appliance.

 Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could become

entangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

 A damaged appliance could be dangerous. Check the appliance

for visible signs of damage. Do not use the appliance if it is
damaged.

 If the electrical connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced

by a Miele authorised technician to protect the user from danger.

 Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage

and present a hazard to the user. Do not use the appliance if
– the appliance door is warped.
– the door hinges are loose.
– holes or cracks are visible in the casing, the door or the oven
interior walls.

 Any contact with live connections or tampering with the electrical

or mechanical components of the microwave oven will endanger
your safety and may lead to appliance malfunctions. Do not open the
appliance housing under any circumstances.

 Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure that

the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match
the mains electricity supply. This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Compare this before
connecting the appliance to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician
if in any doubt.

 Multi-socket adapters and extension leads do not guarantee the

required safety of the appliance (fire hazard). Do not use them to
connect the appliance to the mains.

 The electrical safety of this microwave oven can only be

guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective
earthing system. It is essential that this standard safety requirement
is met to avoid the risk of damage or electric shock. If in any doubt,
please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it has

been built in.

 Unauthorised or incorrect repairs can cause considerable danger

to users. Repairs may only be carried out by a Miele authorised
technician or by the Miele Customer Service Department.

 While the microwave oven is under warranty, repairs should only

be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise
the warranty is invalidated.

 The microwave oven must be disconnected from the mains power

supply during repairs or cleaning and maintenance. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– the plug has been disconnected from the back of the appliance or
the appliance has been switched off at the wall socket and the plug
withdrawn.
Pull by the plug and not by the mains connection cable to
disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity supply.
– the mains circuit breaker is switched off.
– the mains screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is
applicable).

 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when

genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty
components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare
parts.

 If the appliance is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it may

only be used with the furniture door open. Do not close the furniture
door while the appliance is in use. Heat and moisture can build up
behind the closed furniture door. This can result in damage to the
appliance and furniture unit. Leave the furniture front/door open until
the appliance has cooled down completely.

 The appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.

on a ship).

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Reliable and safe operation of this microwave oven can only be

assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

 Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated.

The time required for this depends a number of factors, such as the
nature of the food, its initial temperature and the amount to be
cooked and recipe variations.
Some foods may contain micro-organisms which are only destroyed
by thorough cooking at temperatures over 70°C for a minimum of
10minutes. Therefore when cooking or reheating foods, e.g. poultry,
it is particularly important that food is fully cooked through. If in any
doubt that a sufficiently high temperature has been reached,
continue reheating for a little longer.

 It is important that the temperature in the food being cooked is

evenly distributed and sufficiently high.
This can be achieved by stirring or turning the food, and observing a
sufficiently long standing time (see charts), which should be added
to the time needed for reheating, defrosting or cooking. During the
standing time the temperature is distributed evenly in the food.

 Always remember that times for cooking, reheating and defrosting

in a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than with
traditional methods of cooking food.
Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out and
burning, or could even cause it to catch fire. Fire hazard. There is
also a danger of fire if breadcrumbs, flowers, herbs, etc., are dried in
the microwave oven. Do not dry these items in the microwave oven.

 Cushions or pads filled with cherry kernels, wheat grain, lavender

or gel, such as those used in aromatherapy can ignite when heated
even after they have been removed from the microwave oven. Do not
heat these up in the microwave oven. Fire hazard.

 The microwave oven 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. Fire hazard.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 The appliance can be damaged if it is used without food being

placed in it or if it is incorrectly loaded. Therefore do not use the
appliance to preheat crockery or to dry herbs or similar items.

 Always ensure that food or a suitable microwave browning dish

has been placed in the microwave oven and that the turntable is in
position before switching on.

 Pressure can build up when reheating in sealed containers,

causing the container to explode. Never cook or reheat food or
liquids in sealed containers, jars or bottles.
With baby bottles, the screw top and teat must be taken off.

 Be careful when removing dishes from the appliance. Although

heat is not normally produced in the container itself by the
microwaves (apart from stoneware), heat transfer from the food to
the container may be considerable, making the container itself hot.
The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food. Before serving,
always check the temperature of the actual food itself after taking it
out of the microwave. The temperature of the container is not an
indication of the temperature of the food or liquid in it. This is

particularly important when preparing food for babies, children,
and the elderly or infirm. After reheating food, especially food for

babies and small children, stir the food or shake the container and
check that the temperature does not pose any danger. Double check
after it has been left to stand.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc, using microwave power,

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, which 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. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.
Stir liquids well before heating. After heating, wait at least
20seconds before removing the container from the oven. In
addition, during heating a glass rod or similar item, if available, can
be placed in the container.

 To avoid fuelling any flames, do not open the oven door if smoke

occurs inside the appliance.
Interrupt the process by switching the appliance off and disconnect
it from the mains electricity supply.
Do not open the door until the smoke has dispersed.

 Oils and fats can ignite if allowed to overheat. Never leave the

microwave oven unattended when cooking with oil or fats. Do not
use the appliance for deep-fat frying. Never attempt to put out oil or
fat fires with water. Switch the oven off and extinguish the flames by
leaving the door closed.

 Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the

microwave oven when it is in use could catch fire. Do not use the
appliance to heat up the room.

 If using alcohol in your recipes, please be aware that high

temperatures can cause the alcohol to vaporise. The vapour can
catch fire on hot surfaces. Never heat undiluted alcohol in the
microwave, as this can easily ignite. Fire hazard.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Food which is stored in the oven or left in it to be kept warm can

dry out and the moisture released can lead to corrosion damage in
the microwave oven. This can also cause damage to the control
panel, worktop and surrounding kitchen furniture. Always cover food
that is left in the oven to keep warm.

 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 to stainless steel surfaces inside the cabinet.

 The oven interior can get hot during use. Danger of burning! Clean

the oven interior and accessories as soon as it has cooled down.
Waiting too long can make cleaning unnecessarily difficult and in
some cases impossible. Stubborn soiling could damage the
microwave oven in certain circumstances and could even be
dangerous. Fire hazard.
Please refer to the relevant instructions in “Cleaning and care”.

 Fire hazard. Plastic containers which are not suitable for use in

microwave ovens can be badly damaged and cause damage to the
appliance if used. 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).
Using these items could result in damage to the container or present
a fire risk.

 Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified by

the manufacturer as suitable for use in a microwave oven may be
used.
Do not leave the oven unattended when heating or cooking food in
disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other inflammable
materials.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Heat-retaining packaging consists of, among other things, a thin

layer of aluminium foil. Microwaves are reflected by metal. This
reflected energy can, in turn, cause the outer paper covering to
become so hot that it ignites.
Do not use heat-retaining packaging, such as bags for grilled
chicken for warming food in the microwave oven.

 If you cook eggs without their shells using microwave power, the

yolks could explode due to the resulting pressure. Prick the yolk
several times before cooking to avoid this.

 Eggs heated in their shells using microwave power can burst,

even after they have been taken out of the oven. Eggs can only be
cooked in their shells in a specially designed egg-boiling device.
Do not reheat hard-boiled eggs in the microwave oven.

 Food with a thick skin or peel, such as tomatoes, sausage,

potatoes and aubergines can burst when heated. Pierce or score the
skin of these types of food several times to allow steam to escape.

 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
microwave oven.

 Do not use a thermometer containing mercury or liquid as these

are not suitable for use with very high temperatures and break very
easily.
To check food temperature, first interrupt the cooking process. Only
use a thermometer specifically approved for food use to measure the
temperature of the food.

 The steam from a steam cleaning appliance could reach live

electrical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use a steam
cleaner to clean the appliance.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories

 Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used,

warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

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Before using for the first time

After transportation, let the unpacked
appliance stand for approx. 2hours
at room temperature before using it.

This is to allow time for the temperature
to equalise between the temperature in
the room and the appliance. This is
important for the correct electronic
functioning of the appliance.

 Risk of suffocation due to

packaging material.
While playing, children may become

entangled in packaging material
(such as plastic wrapping) or pull it
over their head with the risk of
suffocation.

Keep packaging material away from
children.

 Remove all the packaging materials

from the appliance.

 Check the appliance for any damage.

 Health risk caused by a faulty

appliance.
Operating a damaged appliance can

result in microwave leakage and
present a hazard to the user.

Do not use the microwave oven if:
– the appliance door is warped.
– the door hinges are loose.
– holes or cracks are visible in the
casing, the door or the oven interior
walls.

 Clean the oven compartment and all

the accessories with sponge or cloth
and hot water.

Do not remove the cover from the
microwave outlet inside the oven
compartment or the film on the
inside of the door.

 Stick the enclosed short instructions

to the frame behind the door as
illustrated, making sure they do not
block any of the vents.

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Installation

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When building in the appliance,
ensure that there is adequate
ventilation to the front of the
appliance.

Do not obstruct the air vents with
any objects! Ensure that the distance
to the surrounding furniture fronts is
a minimum 2.5mm at the sides and
4mm at the top.

The appliance can fit into a 350mm
high niche in a wall unit, or a 360mm
high niche in a tall unit.

For safety reasons do not build the
appliance into a wall unit that is
directly above a hob.

A minimum installation height of
85cm must be maintained.

To transport the appliance, make
sure that you lift it by the appliance
housing and not by the frame. The
frame is not sturdy enough to bear
the weight of the appliance when it is
being carried.

Installation dimensions

Dimensions are given in mm.

Tall unit installation

Wall unit installation

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Tall unit side view

372

6

22

Installation

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Installation

372

16

22

Wall unit side view

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Tall unit connection

3

15

62

1

2

372

595

Installation

a

Front view

b

Mains connection cable,
Length=1600mm

c

No connections permitted in this area

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Installation

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2

3

62

595

372

1

Wall unit connection

a

Front view

b

Mains connection cable,
Length=1600mm

c

No connections permitted in this area

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View from above

90°

22

480

595

min 2,5

Installation

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Installation

Building-in kit

The following items are supplied in the
accessory pack for installing the
appliance:

Carrying out installation

The microwave oven must be built in
before it can be used.

The accessories include an adapter,
which helps to position the hook strip.
There are 2arrows on this adapter
which allow the right wall thickness of
the niche to be selected. The standard
wall thicknesses are 16mm or 19mm.

 Observe the two wall thickness

measurements, which can be found
in the frame on the back of the
appliance.

 Insert the adapter so that the arrow

points to the number that
corresponds to the wall thickness.

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1. Niche height 350mm

Installation

 Carefully slide the microwave oven

into the niche. Feed the cable with
the plug through the niche.

 Lift the microwave oven over the

attachment hooks and then lower it.

 Mount the hook strip with the lower

hook facing out from the inside on
the right side of the niche.

 Attach the hook strip using the two

shorter screws from the accessories.

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Installation

 Insert the screwdriver at a slight

angle and attach the appliance on the
left side at the top and bottom using
the two longer screws.

 Ensure that the microwave oven is

securely mounted.

 Check whether the distance between

the sides of the microwave oven and
the furniture walls is at least 2.5mm
and there is a clearance of approx.
4mm above.

 Connect the appliance to the

electrical supply.

2. Niche height 360mm

When delivered, 4appliance feet are
mounted for a niche height of 350mm.
For a niche height of 360mm, the feet
need to be raised.

 Remove all the accessories including

the turntable and the roller ring from
the microwave oven compartment.

 Place the microwave oven on is right-

hand side so that the front frame
overhangs the front of the table or the
work surface.

 Unscrew the 4appliance feet from

the base of the appliance and rotate
the feet a quarter turn into the raised
position.

 To ensure the microwave oven is

stable, make sure that the small pin
clicks into place before you reattach
the feet.

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Installation

 Mount the hook strip with the upper

hook facing out from the inside on
the right side of the niche.

 Attach the hook strip using the two

shorter screws from the accessories.

 Now proceed as described in “1.

Niche height 350mm”.

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Installation

Electrical connection

 Risk of injury caused by a faulty

appliance.
Before connecting the appliance,

ensure that it has not been damaged
in any way.

Never use a faulty appliance.

The appliance is supplied ready for
connection with a cable and plug.

Ensure that the protective contact
socket is easily accessible at all times.
If that is not possible, ensure that a
suitable means of disconnection is
provided on the installation side for
each pole.

 Fire hazard due to overheating.

Connecting the appliance to a multi­socket plug adapter or to an
extension lead can overload the
cable.

For safety reasons, do not use an
extension lead or multi-socket plug
adapter.

Connect the appliance directly to the
power supply using the original cable
and do not use any intermediate
elements.

carried out by a qualified technician or
the Miele Customer Service
Department.

The necessary connection data can be
found on the data plate located on the
front of the oven interior or on the back
of the appliance.

Compare the specifications on the data
plate with those of the electricity
supply. Make sure that they match.

If in any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.

The appliance must not be connected
to the inverter of an autonomous power
supply, such as a solar power system.
When the appliance is switched on,
power surges could result in a safety
switch-off. This could damage the
electronic module.

The appliance must not be used with
so-called energy-saving devices. These
reduce the amount of energy supplied
to the appliance, causing it to overheat.

The electrical installation must comply
with VDE0100 requirements and local
regulations (e.g. BS 7671 in the UK).

If the connection cable is damaged, it
must only be replaced with a specific
connection cable of the same type
(available from the Miele Customer
Service Department). For safety
reasons, such replacement may only be

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should 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.

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, or contact your dealer or
Miele for advice. You are also
responsible (by law, depending on
country) for deleting any personal data
that may be stored on the appliance
being disposed of. Please ensure that
your old appliance poses no risk to
children while being stored prior to
disposal.

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Guide to the appliance

a

Door

b

Door lock

c

Control panel

d

Turntable

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Control panel

a

Display for showing the time of day
and information on operation

b

Arrow buttons and for scrolling
through lists and changing values

c

OKbutton for confirming values,
selecting functions and saving
settings

d

Various power levels of the
microwave oven

e

Automatic programmes

f

Minute minder

g

button for selecting
appliance settings

h

Start/Add a minute/Quick microwave
button

i

Stop/Cancel button

j

Door release

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Description of function

The microwave oven contains a
magnetron. This converts electrical
energy into electromagnetic waves
(microwaves). These microwaves are
distributed evenly throughout the oven
compartment, and are reflected off the
metal appliance walls. This enables the
microwaves to reach the food from all
sides and heat it up. Microwave
distribution is improved with the
turntable engaged.

In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate the
cooking container being used.
Microwaves can pass through
porcelain, glass, cardboard and
plastics, but not metal. Do not,
therefore, use containers made of
metal, or which contain metal, for
example in the form of gold or silver
trim. The metal reflects microwaves and
this could cause sparking. 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
microwave energy, start to oscillate at a
rate of 2.5billion times a second. This
vibration creates heat. It first starts
developing around the outside of the
food and then slowly penetrates
towards the centre. The more water a
food contains, the faster it is reheated
or cooked.

As heat is produced directly in the food,
this has the following advantages:

– Food can generally be cooked without
adding liquid or cooking oil, or with just
a little water or oil.

– Cooking, reheating and defrosting in a
microwave oven is quicker than using
conventional methods.

– Nutrients, such as vitamins and
minerals, are generally retained.

– The colour, texture and taste of food
are not impaired.

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.

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Modes of operation

Food is cooked, reheated or defrosted
quickly in a microwave oven.

You can use the microwave oven in the
following ways:

– Food can be defrosted, reheated or
cooked by entering a power setting and
a duration.

– Deep-frozen, ready meals can be
defrosted and then reheated or cooked.

– The microwave oven can also be used
for other tasks, e.g. for proving yeast
dough, melting chocolate and butter,
dissolving gelatine, preparing cake
glazes and bottling small amounts of
fruit and vegetables.

Functions

Microwave Solo mode

Suitable for defrosting, reheating and
cooking.

Automatic programmes

You can choose from the following
automatic programmes:

– 5defrosting programmes

(A1toA5)

– 3cooking programmes for frozen

food
(A6toA8)

– 3cooking programmes for fresh food

(A9toA11)

These programmes are weight
dependent. You enter the weight of the
food and then the cooking duration is
calculated automatically.
The weight of the food can be
displayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb)
(see “Changing settings”).

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

Microwaves:

– are reflected by metal.

– pass through glass, porcelain, plastic

and cardboard.

– are absorbed by food.

Material and shape

The material and shape of the container
used affect reheating and cooking
durations. Round and oval-shaped
shallow containers are particularly
suitable. Food heats up more evenly in
these containers than in square
containers.

 Risk of injury due to hollow

handle elements and lid knobs.
When using containers with hollow

parts, moisture can get inside and
pressure can build up, causing the
container to crack or shatter.

Do not use containers with hollow
handle elements or lid knobs unless
the hollow parts are sufficiently
ventilated.

Metal

Metal containers, aluminium foil,
metal cutlery, and crockery with
metallic decoration, such as gold
rims or cobalt blue, must not be
used in the microwave oven. Metal
reflects microwaves and obstructs
the cooking process.

Do not use containers where the foil
lid has not been completely
removed.

 Fire hazard due to unsuitable

container.
Containers which are not suitable for

use in microwave ovens can be
badly damaged and cause damage
to the appliance if used.

Please observe the information on
suitable containers.

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Exceptions:

– Ready meals in aluminium foil dishes.

These can be defrosted and reheated in
the microwave oven. Important:
Remove the lid and make sure the foil
dish is at least 2cm from the oven walls
at all times. However, food is only
heated from the top. Transferring the
food from the aluminium foil container

Suitable containers for microwave ovens

to a dish suitable for use in a
microwave oven will result in more even
heat distribution.

Please note that sparks and arcing
can occur when using aluminium foil
dishes in the microwave. If this
occurs transfer the food to a
microwave safe container.

– Pieces of aluminium foil

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
wingtips or other thin parts for the last
few minutes of the programme.

Make sure that the aluminium foil is
at least 2cm from the oven walls at
all times. It must not touch the walls.

– Metal meat skewers or clamps

These should only be used if they are
very small in comparison to the size of
the cut of meat.

Glazes and colours

Some dishes have glazes and
colours containing metallic
substances. These dishes are
unsuitable for microwave ovens.

Glass

Heat-resistant glass or ceramic dishes
are ideal for use with microwave power.

Crystal glass is unsuitable as it
contains lead which could cause the
glass to crack in the microwave.

It is therefore not suitable.

Porcelain

Porcelain is a suitable material.

However do not use porcelain with
gold or silver edging or items with
hollow knobs or handles, as
insufficient ventilation may cause
pressure.

Stoneware

Decorated stoneware is only suitable if
the decoration is beneath an all-over
glaze.

Stoneware can get hot.
Wear oven gloves.

Wood

Moisture contained in the wood
evaporates during the cooking
process. This causes the wood to
dry and crack.

Wooden dishes are therefore not
suitable.

Plastics

 Damage due to heat-sensitive

plastic.
Plastic containers must be heat-

resistant to a minimum of 110°C.
Otherwise the plastic may warp and
fuse with the food.

Use only plastic containers suitable
for use with Microwave Solo.

Special plastic containers designed for
use in microwave ovens are available
from specialist retail outlets.
Melamine containers are unsuitable.
Melamine absorbs microwave energy
and gets hot. When purchasing plastic

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

containers, make sure that they are
suitable for use in a microwave oven.
Disposable containers, such as trays
made from polystyrene, can only be
used to reheat food for a short time.

Plastic boiling bags can be used for
cooking and reheating. They should
be pierced beforehand. The holes
allow the steam to escape. This
prevents a build-up of pressure from
forming and the bag from bursting.

There are also special bags available for
steam cooking which do not need to be
pierced. Please follow instructions given
on the packet.

 Fire hazard due to unsuitable

material.
Metal clips and plastic or paper ties

containing wire can ignite.
Avoid using these clips and ties.

Single-use containers

Single-use containers made of plastic
must meet the requirements indicated
under “Plastics”.

 Fire hazard due to unsuitable

container.
Single-use containers made of

plastic, paper or other inflammable
materials can ignite.

Do not leave the appliance
unattended when reheating or
cooking food in single-use
containers made of plastic, paper or
other inflammable materials.

Testing containers

If in doubt as to whether glass,
earthenware or porcelain plates or
dishes are suitable for use in a
microwave oven, a simple test can be
performed:

 Place the empty item you wish to test

in the centre of the oven
compartment.

 Close the door.
 Select the maximum power level.
 Confirm the flashing 0 for the minutes

with OK.

 Use the arrow buttonsand to

enter 30seconds and confirm the
entry with OK.

 Press the Start button.

If you hear a crackling noise
accompanied by sparks during the
test, switch the appliance off
immediately (touch the Stop/
Cbutton twice). Any containers
which cause this reaction is
unsuitable for use with microwave
power. If in any doubt about the
suitability of a container, please
contact the manufacturer or supplier
of the container.

This test cannot be used to check
whether hollow handles are
sufficiently ventilated.

To protect the environment, we do not
recommend the use of single-use
containers.

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

A heat-retaining cover

– prevents too much steam escaping,

especially when cooking foods with
longer reheating times.

– speeds up the reheating process.

– prevents food from drying out.

– helps keep the oven compartment

clean.

 When using Microwave Solo mode,

always cover food with a microwave­safe heat-retaining cover.

Suitable heat-retaining covers are
available from retail outlets.

You can use a cling film recommended
for use in a microwave oven instead of
the cover. Heat can cause normal cling
film to distort and fuse with the food.

 Damage due to heat-sensitive

plastic.
The material of the cover can

generally withstand temperatures of
up to 110°C (see manufacturer
information). At higher temperatures
the plastic can distort and fuse with
the food.

The cover may therefore only be
used in microwave ovens and only in
Microwave Solo mode.

 Damage due to covered

openings.
If the cover is used with a container

with a small diameter, the cover
could form a seal around the
container and steam may not be able
to escape through the openings in
the side of the cover. The cover
could get too hot and could start to
melt.

Make sure that the cover does not
form a seal.

Do not use a heat-retaining cover if:

– food coated with breadcrumbs is

being heated.

– cooking food which needs a crisp

finish, e.g. toast.

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Suitable containers for microwave ovens

 Danger of explosion due to

pressure build-up.
Pressure can build up during

reheating in sealed containers or
bottles, causing them to explode.

Sealed glass containers, such as jars
of baby food, must be opened before
they are heated in the microwave
oven. Do not attempt to heat them
up unopened. With baby bottles, the
screw top and teat must be taken
off.

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Before using for the first time

The microwave oven must be built in
before it can be operated.

The microwave oven is ready to use
as soon as it has been connected to
the electricity supply.

Setting the time

 Connect the appliance to the

electricity supply.

12:00will appear in the display. The
numbers before the colon flash.

 Use the arrow buttons and to

set the hours.

 Confirm withOK.
 Use the arrow buttons and to

set the minutes.

 Confirm withOK.

The set time is now adopted.

You can switch between the 24-hour
and 12-hour format (1=p.m.) (see the
“Changing appliance settings”
chapter).

 Use the arrow buttons to set the

minutes and confirm with OK.

The changed time is now adopted.

The time of day display can be set to
switch itself off from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
(see the “Changing appliance
settings” chapter).

Altering the time of day

 Press the button.

The display shows P1.

 PressOK.
 Modify the hours using the arrow

buttons and confirm with OK.

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Operation

Opening the door

 Press the door release to open the

door.

If the microwave oven is in use, opening
the door will interrupt the cooking
process.

Placing the dish in the oven

Ideally the dish should be placed in the
middle of the oven.

Turntable

If the appliance is built-in or installed
at a height of 900mm or higher above
floor level, please make sure the
turntable does not slip when removing
dishes from the cabinet.

The turntable helps the food to cook,
reheat or defrost evenly.

Do not operate the microwave
without the turntable in place.

The turntable starts turning
automatically when the appliance is
operated.

Do not cook, reheat or defrost food
directly on the turntable. Check that the
dish is not larger in size than the
turntable.

Turn or stir food during cooking, or turn
the dish so that it heats up evenly.

Closing the door

 Push the door shut.

Press the Start button again to resume
an interrupted cooking programme.

The appliance will not start again if
the door has not been closed
properly.

Starting a programme

Select a microwave power level by
pressing the corresponding sensor
control.

 Touch the sensor control for the

power level you want.

 and the microwave power level will
light up in the display.

 Use the arrow buttons to set the

cooking duration you want (minutes
first) and confirm your selection with
OK.

 Then set the seconds and confirm

again with OK.

 Press the button.

The cooking programme starts.

You can choose between 7power
levels.
The higher the power level, the more
microwaves reach the food.

When heating up food which cannot be
stirred or turned during cooking, as with
a plated meal, it is best to use a lower
microwave power level.

This ensures the heat is distributed
evenly. Heat for long enough to cook
the food properly.

The duration can be selected up to
90minutes. Exception: If the maximum
microwave power level has been
selected, a maximum cooking duration
of 15minutes can be set. If you then
continue to use the appliance at full

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Operation

power, the power level may reduce, and
this is indicated in the display
(overheating protection).

The duration required depends on:

– the initial temperature of the food.

Food taken straight from the
refrigerator takes longer to heat or
cook than food which has been kept
at room temperature.

– the type and texture of the food.

Fresh vegetables contain more water
and cook more quickly than stored
vegetables.

– the frequency of stirring or turning

the food.
Frequent stirring or turning heats the
food more evenly, and it is therefore
ready in a shorter time.

– the amount of food.

As a general rule, allow almost
double the time for double the
quantity

and for a smaller quantity, shorten
the duration accordingly.

– the shape and material of the

container.

“door” message

The “door” message in the display is a
reminder that the appliance should not
be used without food inside it.

been opened for a long time (approx.
20minutes). You cannot start a process
until the door is opened.

Interrupting or re-starting a programme

At any time you can . . . . .

. . interrupt a programme:
 Press the Stop/C button, or open the

appliance door.

The duration stops counting down.

. . continue a programme.

 Close the door and press Start.

The programme will continue.

Altering settings

If you discover after starting a
programme that . . .

. . . the microwave power level is too
high or too low, you can:

 Select a new level.

. . . the duration set is too short or too
long, you can:

 Interrupt the programme (press the

Stop/Cbutton once), use the arrow
buttons to set a new duration and
continue the programme (press the
Startbutton)

or alternatively:

Operating the appliance without food
can damage the appliance.

If the Start button is pressed without
the door having first been opened, the
word door appears in the display. It is
possible that there is no food in the
appliance because the door has not

 The cooking duration can be

increased by pressing the
Startbutton during operation. Each
time the Startbutton is pressed, the
cooking duration is increased by
another minute (exception: the
cooking duration increases in

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Operation

increments of 30seconds when the
microwave oven is being used on
maximum power).

Cancelling a programme

 Press the Stop/C button twice.

At the end of a programme

An audible tone will sound when the
cooking programme is complete. The
interior lighting goes off.

The audible tone will sound briefly as a
reminder every 5minutes for
20minutes after the end of the
programme.

 If you want to stop the audible tone,

press the Stop/C button.

Automatic keeping-warm function

The keeping warm function will switch
on automatically after the end of a
cooking programme which has used at
least 450W, providing the door remains
closed and no buttons are pressed.
After approx. 2 minutes the keeping
warm function will switch on at 80 W for
a maximum period of 15 minutes.

, 80W and H:H will light up in the
display.

Opening the door or operating one of
the buttons or selectors while the
keeping warm function is in progress
cancels the function.

The keeping warm function cannot be
set separately.

You can deactivate this function (see
“Changing settings”).

Quick microwave

Pressing the Start/button is
sufficient to set the appliance operating
on maximum power for oneminute.

 Press the Start/button.

The appliance runs at maximum power
for a cooking duration of 1minute if the
button is not pressed again.

The cooking duration can be increased
by pressing Start during operation.
Each time the Startbutton is pressed,
the cooking duration increases by
another 30seconds.

Changing the time and power level

You can change the saved time and
power level and save it as a main
application.

In the power range up to 300watts, a
maximum of 10minutes can be saved.
From 450watts, a maximum of
5minutes can be saved.

 Press the button.

The display shows P1.

 Select P8 using the arrow buttons.
 Confirm your selection withOK.
 Change the power level and confirm

with OK.

 Then change the duration and

confirm with OK.

 Press the OKbutton if you do not

want to change a setting.

 Press the Stop/Cbutton if you do not

want to change any other appliance
settings.

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The altered settings are retained after
a power cut.

System lock

The system lock prevents the appliance
being used by children, for example.

System lock activation

 Press and hold the OKbutton for

6seconds, which counts down in the
display, until a buzzer sounds and the
key symbol appears in the display:

The key symbol will go out after a short
time.

All appliance functions are now locked.
Only the minute minder can be used
when the system lock is activated (see
“Minute minder” chapter).

Operation

After an interruption to the power
supply, the system lock will need to
reactivated.

Cancelling the system lock

 To cancel the system lock, press the

OK button again and hold it pressed
in until an audible tone sounds.

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Operation

Using the minute minder

The minute minder can be used to time
any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling
eggs. The time set counts down in one
second steps.

 Press the button.
 Use the arrow buttons to set the

minutes for the minute minder you
want and confirm with OK.

 Then enter the seconds for the

minute minder you want and confirm
with OK.

lights up in the display and the time
counts down.
A buzzer sounds after the set time has
elapsed. This repeats several times.
flashes and the time starts counting
up. This is to show the time since the
minute minder expired.

 Touch the button to stop the

minute minder.

Altering a minute minder entry

 Press the button.

Using the minute minder plus a cooking programme

The minute minder can be used at the
same time as a cooking programme
and counts down in the background.

 Press the button during the

cooking programme.

 Use the arrow buttons to set the

minute minder you want and confirm
with OK.

A few seconds later, the display will
change again to show the cooking
duration counting down. The minute
minder time counting down in the
background is represented by the
illuminated symbol.

The current minute minder time is
displayed when you press the
button during the cooking
programme.

The current minute minder time is
stopped.

 Use the arrow buttons to change the

minute minder and confirm with OK.

The minute minder will continue
running.

Deleting the minute minder duration

 Press the Stop/Cbutton.

The current minute minder time is
stopped.

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Operation - Automatic programmes

All of the automatic programmes are
weight dependent.

The weight of the food can be
displayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb)
(see “Changing settings”).

After selecting a programme, enter the
weight of the food. The appliance
automatically calculates the duration
according to the weight entered.

After cooking, allow the food to stand at
room temperature for the suggested
number of minutes (“standing time”) to
allow the heat to be distributed evenly
through the food.

Automatic defrosting

There are 5programmes for defrosting
different types of food. The standing
time for programme A3 is up to
30minutes, depending on weight, and
approx. 10minutes for the other
programmes.

A1
Steak, chops

A2
Minced meat

A3
Chicken

A4
Cake

A5
Bread
This programme is particularly suitable
for defrosting frozen sliced bread. If
possible, place single slices in the
appliance, or separate the slices when
the buzzer sounds halfway through the
defrosting time.

Automatic cooking

There are 3programmes each for frozen
and fresh food.

The standing time for each of these
programmes is approx. 2 minutes.

Cooking food from frozen

A6
Vegetables

A7
Ready meals which can be stirred

A8
Bakes, gratin

Cooking fresh food

A9
Vegetables

A10
Potatoes

A11
Fish in sauce

Using an automatic programme

 Press the button.
 Select the programme you want from

the list of automatic programmes
using the arrow buttons.

 Confirm your selection withOK.
for microwave and the lowest food

weight for the selected programme light
up in the display.
The start symbol and g or lb flash as
a prompt to specify the weight.

 Adjust the food weight using the

arrow buttons.

 Start the programme.

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Operation - Automatic programmes

The duration (which depends on the
weight) will begin to count down and
the microwave symbol will light up.

A buzzer will sound halfway through the
cooking duration.

 Interrupt the programme to turn or stir

the food, and then continue the
programme.

The programmed duration can, if
necessary, be extended by a few
minutes during operation by touching
Start repeatedly until the time required
shows in the display. In all programmes
it is only possible to extend the time by
a few minutes.

An audible tone will sound when the
cooking programme is complete.
The interior lighting goes off.

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Recipes for automatic programmes

Below are some recipe suggestions for
the “Cooking fresh food” automatic
programmes. These can be adapted to
suit your requirements.

If the weight guidelines for the
relevant programme are exceeded,
the food will not cook sufficiently.

It is important to follow the weight
guidelines for the programme
concerned.

A9Vegetables

Method

Place the washed and prepared
vegetables in a container. Add 3–4tbsp
water, depending on freshness and
moisture content, and a little salt or
other seasoning. Enter the weight
including the water, place the covered
cooking container on the turntable and
cook. About halfway through the
cooking duration, a buzzer will sound to
prompt you to turn or stir the food.

When cooking vegetables in a sauce,
the weight entered must include the
sauce. Do not exceed the maximum
weight guidelines.

Carrots in a chervil cream
sauce (serves2)

Total time required: 25– 35minutes

-

Ingredients

350g carrots, cleaned
5gbutter
50ml vegetable stock (instant)
75ml crème fraîche
1tbsp white wine
Salt and pepper
1pinch of sugar

1

/2tsp mustard
1-2tbsp chervil, fresh, chopped or
1tbsp chervil, dried and ground
Approx. 1tbsp cornflour

Method

Peel carrots, then cut into batons or
slice (approx. 3 – 4mm thick). Combine
the rest of the ingredients, and pour
over the carrots. Cover and cook. Stir
when the audible tone sounds.

-

Setting: Cooking fresh foodA 9 
Weight: 525g
Shelf level: Turntable

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Recipes for automatic programmes

Golden curried potatoes (serves 3)

Total time required: 25– 35minutes

-

Ingredients

500g peeled potatoes
1 onion, finely diced
10gbutter
1 – 2tbsp curry powder
250ml vegetable stock (instant)
50ml double cream
125g peas (frozen)
Salt and pepper

Method

Coarsely dice the potatoes (approx.
3x3cm) or use small potatoes. Mix
together all the ingredients in a suitably
large dish. Cover and cook. Stir when
the audible tone sounds then continue
cooking.

-

Setting: Cooking fresh foodA 10 
Weight: 800g
Shelf level: Turntable

A 11 Fish:
Fish curry(serves4)

Total time required: 35– 45minutes

-

Ingredients

300g pineapple chunks
1 red pepper
1 small banana
500g firm white fish
3tbsp lemon juice
30g butter
100ml white wine
100ml pineapple juice
Salt, sugar and chilli powder
2 tbsp cornflour

Method

Dice the fish and place in a suitable
container. Drizzle with lemon juice.
Quarter the peppers, remove the seeds
and pith, and cut into narrow strips.
Peel and slice the banana. Add to the
fish together with the pepper and
pineapple pieces and mix well. Add the
butter. Mix together the wine, juice,
seasoning and cornflour to make a
smooth sauce and pour over the fish.
Mix everything thoroughly, then cover
and cook.

-

Setting: Cooking fresh foodA 11 
Weight: approx. 1200g
Shelf level: Turntable

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Some of the standard settings for the
appliance have an alternative.

Please consult the chart for the different
options for appliance settings.
The factory settings are marked with a
star* on the chart.

To change a setting, proceed as
follows:

 Press the button.

The display shows P1.
 Select the appliance setting you want

to change using the arrow buttons.

 Confirm your selection withOK.
 Depending on the appliance setting,

you can now enter values or select
setting options using the arrow
buttons.

 Press the OKbutton if you have not

changed a setting and want to switch
to another.

Changing settings

 Press the Stop/Cbutton if you do not

want to change any other appliance
settings.

The altered settings are retained after
a power cut.

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Changing settings

Appliance setting Settings available (* factory default)

 Setting the time Hours Use the arrow buttons to enter the hours.

MinutesUse the arrow buttons to enter the minutes.

 Buzzer   Buzzer is deactivated.

  * Buzzer is activated.

 Keypad tone   Keypad tone is deactivated.

  * Keypad tone is activated.

 Clock format 24h * 24hour display is activated.

12h 12hour display is activated.

 Night time switch-

off

 Unit of weight  * Food weight is displayed in grams (g).

 Automatic keeping

warm function

 Quick microwave Power The maximum power can be changed.

 “door” message   The “door” message does not appear.

 * Night time switch-off is deactivated.

  Night time switch-off is activated. The time

of day display is switched off between the
hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.

  Food weight is displayed in pounds (lb).

  The automatic keeping warm function is

deactivated.

  * The automatic keeping warm function is

activated.

DurationThe duration of 1minute can be changed.

  * The “door” message appears if the door has

not been opened for about 20minutes. Start
is then blocked.

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Changing settings

Appliance setting Settings available (* factory default)

 Demo mode (for

showroom use only)

 Factory defaults   Factory default settings have been changed.

 * Demo mode is deactivated. When demo

mode is deactivated, _ _ _ _appears briefly
in the display.

  Demo mode is activated. When a button or

selector is operated, appears briefly in
the display. The appliance cannot be
operated.

  * Factory default settings have been restored,

or have not been changed.

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Reheat

Select the following microwave power
levels to reheat food:

Drinks 800W

Food 600W

Food for babies and
children

450W

 Risk of burning due to hot food.

Food for babies and children must
not be too hot.

Only heat it for 1/2 to 1minute at
450watts.

Tips on reheating

Always use a lid or cover when
reheating food, except when a crispier
finish is needed, e.g. food with a
breadcrumb coating.

 Danger of explosion due to

pressure build-up.
Pressure can build up during

reheating in sealed containers or
bottles, causing them to explode.

Sealed glass containers, such as jars
of baby food, must be opened before
they are heated in the microwave
oven. Do not attempt to heat them
up unopened. With baby bottles, the
screw top and teat must be taken
off.

 Risk of injury caused by

overboiling.
When heating liquids using

microwave power, 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 microwave or
shaken, which can lead to the liquid
boiling over suddenly and
explosively. The formation of bubbles
can be so strong that the pressure
forces the appliance door open.

A boiling delay can be avoided by
stirring liquids before reheating them.
After reheating, wait at least
20seconds before removing the
container from the oven
compartment. In addition, a glass
rod or similar item, if available, can
be placed in the container during
heating.

Eggs can explode.
Never reheat hard boiled eggs using

the microwave oven, even without
the shell.

Food taken straight from the refrigerator
takes longer to cook than food which is
at room temperature. The time required
depends on the nature of the food, its
initial temperature and the amount to be
cooked.

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Always ensure that food is
sufficiently cooked or reheated.

If in any doubt that a sufficiently high
temperature has been reached,
continue reheating for a little longer.

Stir or turn larger amounts of food from
time to time during reheating. Stir the
food from the outside towards the
middle, as food heats more quickly
from the outside.

After reheating

Be careful when taking out a
container. It may be hot.

Although the container is not normally
heated by the microwaves (apart from
stoneware), heat may transfer from the
food to the container.

Allow food to stand for a few minutes at
room temperature at the end of a
reheating process. This enables the
heat to spread evenly throughout the
food.

Reheat

 Risk of burning due to hot food.

The food can be very hot after
reheating.

After reheating food, especially food
for babies and small children, stir the
food or shake the container and
check that the temperature does not
pose any danger.

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Cooking

Place the food in a microwave safe
container and cover it.

When cooking, it is a good idea to
select a power level of 800W to start
with and then when the food is hot
reduce the power level to 450W for
more gentle continued cooking.

For dishes such as rice or semolina
pudding, first select a power level of
800W, and then reduce it to 150W for
simmering.

Tips on cooking

Vegetable cooking durations depend on
the texture of the vegetable. Fresh
vegetables contain more water than
vegetables which have been stored,
and usually cook more quickly. Add a
little water to vegetables which have
been stored.

Food taken straight from the refrigerator
takes longer to cook than food at room
temperature.

Stir or turn food from time to time
during cooking. This helps it cook more
evenly.

 Health risk due to insufficient

cooking duration.
It is very important to make sure that

food which goes off easily, such as
fish, is cooked for a sufficient time.

Ensure that this type of food is
cooked for an appropriate length of
time.

Food with a thick skin or peel, such
as tomatoes, sausages, jacket potatoes
and aubergines, should be pierced or

the skin scored in several places before
cooking to allow steam to escape and
to prevent the food from bursting.

 Risk of injury due to eggs with

shells.
Eggs heated in their shells can burst,

even after they have been taken out
of the oven compartment.

Eggs can only be cooked in their
shells in the microwave oven in a
specially designed egg-boiling
device.

 Risk of burning due to eggs

without shells.
If you cook eggs without their shells

using microwave power, the yolks
could explode due to the resulting
pressure.

Eggs can only be cooked without
their shells in the microwave oven if
the yolk membrane has been
punctured several times first.

After cooking

Be careful when removing a dish
from the oven. It may be hot.

Although heat is not normally produced
in the container itself by the
microwaves (apart from stoneware),
heat transfer from the food to the
container may be considerable, making
the container itself hot.

Allow food to stand for a few minutes at
room temperature at the end of
cooking. This enables the heat to
spread evenly throughout the food.

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Defrost

 Health risk due to refreezing.

Thawed or defrosted food loses
nutritional value through refreezing
and can go off.

Do not refreeze food once it has
thawed. Use it as quickly as
possible. Defrosted food may only be
re-frozen after it has been cooked.

Select the following microwave power
levels for defrosting food:

– 80W

for defrosting very delicate food, e.g.
cream, butter, gateau and cheese.

– 150W

for defrosting everything else.

Remove the food from its packaging
and place in a microwave-proof
container. Defrost uncovered. Turn, stir
or separate the food about halfway
through the defrosting time.

To defrost meat, unpack the frozen
meat and place it on an upturned plate
in a glass or porcelain container so that
the meat juice can run off and be
collected. Turn halfway through
defrosting.

thaw. The surface will then be
sufficiently thawed to absorb herbs and
seasoning.

Defrosting and cooking

Deep-frozen food can be defrosted and
immediately reheated or cooked.

First select 800W followed by 450W.

Remove the food from its packaging
and place in a covered microwave­proof dish for defrosting and reheating
or cooking. Exception: Minced meat
should be left uncovered while cooking.

Food with a high water content such as
soup, stew and vegetables should be
stirred several times during the process.
Carefully separate and turn slices of
meat halfway through the programme.
Turn pieces of fish at the halfway stage.

After defrosting and reheating or
cooking allow the food to stand at room
temperature for a few minutes to enable
the heat to spread evenly throughout
the food.

 Health risk due to risk of

salmonella.
It is particularly important to observe

food hygiene rules when defrosting
poultry.

Do not use the liquid produced
during defrosting.

Meat, poultry and fish does not need to
be fully defrosted before cooking.
Defrost until the food has started to

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Examples of use:

Food Quantity MW

power
level (W)

Melting butter/
margarine

Melting
chocolate

Dissolving
gelatine

Preparing flan
topping/
jelly glaze

Yeast dough Starter dough

Making
popcorn

Chocolate
coated
marshmallows

Steeping oil
for salad
dressing

Tempering
citrus fruits

Cooking
bacon

Softening ice
cream

Skinning
tomatoes

100g 450 1:00 – 1:10 Do not cover

100g 450 3:00 – 3:30 Do not cover, stir halfway

1 packet +

5tbsp water

1 packet +

250ml liquid

made with

100g flour

1 tbsp (20g)

popcorn

20g 600 0:10 – 0:20 Place on a plate, do not

125ml 150 1 – 2 Heat uncovered on a gentle

150g 150 1 – 2 Place on a plate, do not

100g

500g 150 2 Place open container in the

Qty 3 450 6 – 7 Cut a cross into the top of

Duration
(in
minutes)

450 0:10 – 0:30 Do not cover, stir halfway

450 4 – 5 Do not cover, stir halfway

80 3 – 5 Cover and leave to prove

800

800

3 – 4 Place popcorn in a 1litre

2 – 3 Place on kitchen paper, do

Notes

through melting

through dissolving

through heating

container, cover and cook,
sprinkle with sugar or salt
after cooking

cover

heat

cover

not cover

appliance

each tomato, cover, and
heat in a little water. The
skins will slip off easily. Take
care, as the tomatoes may
get very hot.

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Examples of use:

Food Quantity MW

power
level (W)

Strawberry
jam

The information given in this chart is intended only as a guide.

300g strawberries,

300g jam sugar

800

Duration
(in
minutes)

7 – 9 Mix the fruit and sugar in a

Notes

deep container, cover and
cook

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Note for test institutes

Test food acc. to
EN60705

Custard,
750 g

Sponge cake,
475g

Minced meat,
900g

Defrost meat,
(minced meat)
500g

MW power

level (W)

300 26–28 120 Container see

600 8 5 Container see

600
450

150 12 5–10 Container see

Dura-

tion

(min)

6

11

Stand-

ing

time*

(min)

Notes

Standard, dimensions
at the upper rim (21 x
21 cm)

Standard, external
diameter at the upper
rim 220mm, cook
uncovered

5 Container see

Standard, dimensions
at the upper rim
250mmx124mm,
cook uncovered

standard, do not
cover, turn halfway
through defrosting

Raspberries,
250g

* Allow the food to stand at room temperature for the standing time quoted to
enable the heat to spread evenly throughout the food.

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150 7 3 Container see

Standard, cook
uncovered

Cleaning and care

Disconnect the microwave oven from
the power supply before cleaning.

Under no circumstances should a
pressure cleaner be used to clean
the microwave oven.
The steam from a steam cleaning
appliance could reach live electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.

Oven interior and inside of the door

 Risk of burning due to hot oven

compartment.
The oven compartment may be too

hot to clean immediately after use.
Clean the oven compartment as

soon as it has cooled down.

 Fire hazard due to excessive

soiling.
Excessive soiling could damage the

appliance in certain circumstances
and could even be dangerous due to
the fire risk.

Do not wait too long to clean the
appliance as this will make cleaning
unnecessarily difficult and in extreme
cases, impossible.

soften the soiling. The oven interior can
now be wiped clean using a little
washing-up liquid if necessary.

Do not remove the cover to the
microwave outlet inside the oven,
nor the film covering the inside of the
door.

Do not let water or any object find its
way into or block the air vents of the
appliance.

Do not use too much water and do
not let water or any other liquid find
its way into any openings.

Do not use scouring agents. These
will scratch.

The oven compartment and the inside
of the door can be wiped using a mild
detergent or a little washing-up liquid
and water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

For heavier soiling, heat a glass of water
inside the oven compartment for 2 or
3minutes until the water begins to boil.
The steam will collect on the walls and

To neutralise odours in the microwave
oven compartment, put a cup of water
with some lemon juice in the appliance
and simmer for a few minutes.

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Cleaning and care

 Health risk caused by a faulty

appliance.
If any damage to the door is noticed,

the appliance should not be used
until the fault has been rectified by a
Miele authorised and trained service
technician. Operating a damaged
appliance can result in microwave
leakage and present a hazard to the
user.

The door should be kept clean at all
times and checked at regular
intervals for any signs of damage. Do
not use the microwave oven if:
– the appliance door is warped.
– the door hinges are loose.
– holes or cracks are visible in the
casing, the door or the oven interior
walls.

To clean the interior:

 Always keep the roller ring

underneath it clean as well as the
oven floor. Otherwise the turntable
will not turn smoothly.

 Clean the surfaces between the

turntable and the roller ring.

Do not turn the turntable and/or
locator manually, as this could
damage the drive motor.

Appliance front

 Remove the turntable, and wash in

the dishwasher or by hand.

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Do not let water or any object find its
way into or block the air vents in the
door frame.

Soiling that is left too long might
become impossible to remove and
could cause the surfaces to alter or
discolour.

Remove any soiling on the front of
the appliance straight away.

Clean the appliance front with a clean
soft sponge and a solution of warm
water and washing-up liquid. After
cleaning, wipe dry using a soft cloth.
A clean, damp microfibre cloth without
cleaning agent can also be used.

All surfaces are susceptible to
scratching. Scratches on glass can in
some circumstances lead to
breakage.
Contact with unsuitable cleaning
agents can alter or discolour the
external surfaces.

Please observe the cleaning
instructions.

To avoid damaging the surfaces of
the appliance, do not use:

– detergents containing soda,

ammonia, acids or chlorides

– cleaning agents containing descaling

agents

– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.

scouring powder, scouring liquid, or
pumice stones

– cleaning agents containing solvents

Cleaning and care

– stainless steel cleaning agents

– dishwasher cleaner

– oven sprays

– glass cleaning agents

– hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,

e.g. pot scourers

– eraser stain remover blocks

– sharp metal scrapers

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Problem solving guide

Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily
remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be
needed.

The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault,
and to correct it.

Problem Cause and remedy

A programme will not
start.

A noise can be heard
after a cooking
programme.

The display does not
light up.

The turntable does not
turn smoothly.

Check whether:

 the appliance door is closed.
 the system lock has been activated (see “System

lock” section in the “Operation” chapter).

 “door” has appeared in the display. The door has

not been opened for a long time (approx.
20minutes) (see “door message” section in the
“Operation” chapter).

 the appliance is plugged into the electricity supply

and switched on at the socket.

 the mains fuse has tripped. If it has, there could be

a fault with the appliance, the household electricity
supply or another appliance (disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply and contact a
qualified electrician or the Miele Customer Service
Department, see “Customer service” chapter).

This is not a fault. The cooling fan will continue to run
for a while after the oven has been switched off to
prevent any humidity building up in the oven
compartment, on the control panel or on the oven
housing unit. It will switch off automatically.

It is between 11p.m. and 5a.m. and night time
switch-off is activated.

 Deactivate night time switch-off if you want to be

able to see the clock display at all times.

The area underneath the turntable could be dirty.
 Check whether there is any soiling underneath the

turntable.

 Check whether the surfaces between the turntable

and the roller ring are clean.

 Clean the area underneath the turntable.

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Problem Cause and remedy

Food is not adequately
defrosted, heated or
cooked at the end of
the selected cooking
duration.

The microwave function
is working but not the
oven lighting.

Strange noises are
heard when the
microwave oven is
being used.

The time of day in the
display is not accurate.

Food cools down too
quickly.

The duration or power level were insufficient to cook
the food.

 Check whether the correct power level was

selected for the duration set.
The lower the power level, the longer the duration
required.

 Check whether the programme has been

interrupted and not restarted.

The lamp is faulty.
You can then operate the appliance as normal, but
not the lighting.

 Contact Miele Customer Service if you need to

replace the lighting.

The food is covered with aluminium foil.
 Remove the aluminium foil.

Sparks are being created by the use of crockery with
a metallic finish.

 Please observe the information on suitable

containers.

If there has been a power cut, the time automatically
switches back to 12:00.
The time of day needs to be reset.

 Set the correct time of day.

In the microwave oven, food begins to cook from the
outside first, the inside of the food relying on the
slower conduction of heat.
If food is cooked at a high power level, it is possible
that the heat may not have reached the centre of the
food, so it is hot on the outside but cold in the centre.
During standing time heat is transferred to the centre
of the food.

 When reheating food with different densities, such

as plated meals, it is therefore sensible to select a
lower power level and lengthen the duration
required.

Problem solving guide

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Problem solving guide

Problem Cause and remedy

The microwave oven
switches itself off
during a cooking,
reheating or defrosting
programme.

There may be insufficient air circulation.
 Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked.

Remove any obstruction.

The appliance switches off automatically in cases of
overheating.

 Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down

period.

The appliance switches itself off again.
 Contact Miele Service.

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Contact in case of malfunction

In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please contact
your Miele Dealer or Miele Service.

Contact details for Miele are given at
the end of this booklet. N.B. A call-out
fee will be charged for service visits
where the problem could have been
resolved as described in these
instructions.

When contacting your Dealer or Miele,
please quote the model and serial
number of your appliance.

This information can be found on the
data plate located on the front of the
oven interior.

Warranty

The appliance warranty is valid for 2
years from date of purchase. In the UK,
you must activate your cover by calling
0330 160 6640 or registering online at
www.miele.co.uk.

After sales service

For further information, please refer to
your warranty booklet.

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United Kingdom

Miele Co. Ltd.
Fairacres, Marcham Road
Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW
Tel: [phone]
Internet: www.miele.com

Australia

Miele Australia Pty. Ltd.
ACN 005 635 398
ABN 96 005 635 398
1 Gilbert Park Drive
Knoxfield, VIC 3180
Tel: [phone]
Internet: www.miele.com.au

Miele (Shanghai) Trading Ltd.
1-3 Floor, No. 82 Shi Men Yi Road
Jing' an District
200040 Shanghai, PRC
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail],
Internet: www.miele.cn

China

41/F - 4101, Manhattan Place
23 Wang Tai Road
Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email:
[e-mail]
Website: www.miele.hk

Miele (Hong Kong) Limited

Miele India Pvt. Ltd.
Ground Floor
Copia Corporate Suites
Plot No. 9, Jasola
New Delhi - 110025
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.miele.in

India

Miele Ireland Ltd.
2024 Bianconi Avenue
Citywest Business Campus
Dublin 24
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.miele.ie

Ireland

Malaysia

Miele Sdn Bhd
Suite 12-2, Level 12
Menara Sapura Kencana
Petroleum
Solaris Dutamas No. 1
Jalan Dutamas 1
50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Miele New Zealand Limited
IRD 98 463 631
Level 2, 10 College Hill
Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011
New Zealand
Tel: [phone]
Internet: www.miele.co.nz

New Zealand

Miele Pte. Ltd.
163 Penang Road
# 04 - 03 Winsland House II
Singapore 238463
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.miele.sg

Singapore

Miele (Pty) Ltd
63 Peter Place, Bryanston 2194
P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.miele.co.za

South Africa

Miele Appliances Ltd.
Gold & Diamond Park
Office No. 6-217
Sheikh Zayed Road
P.O. Box 11 47 82 - Dubai
Tel. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
800-MIELE (64353)
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Website: www.miele.ae

United Arab Emirates

Manufacturer:

Miele & Cie. KG, Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany

K.E. & Kingstone Co., Ltd.
6th Fl., No. 120, Sec. 2
Jianguo N. Rd.
Taipei, Taiwan
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Website:
www.kenk.com.tw/ke/miele

Taiwan

Thailand

BHIRAJ TOWER at EmQuartier
43rd Floor Unit 4301-4303
689 Sukhumvit Road
North Klongton Sub-District
Vadhana District
Bangkok 10110, Thailand

M 2230 SC

M.-Nr. 11 198 300 / 01en-GB