Miele M 6012 SC Operating instructions
Operating instructions
Microwave oven
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen-
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 11 357 070
Contents
Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 4
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 14
Setup and connection ....................................................................................... 15
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 16
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 17
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 18
Accessories supplied........................................................................................ 19
Control panel ..................................................................................................... 20
Description of function ..................................................................................... 21
Modes of operation ........................................................................................... 22
Functions............................................................................................................. 22
Microwave Solo mode.................................................................................... 22
Grilling ............................................................................................................ 22
Combination mode (Microwave + Grill).......................................................... 22
Automatic programmes.................................................................................. 22
Suitable containers for microwave ovens....................................................... 23
Material and shape.............................................................................................. 23
Testing containers ............................................................................................... 26
A heat-retaining cover ......................................................................................... 26
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 28
Setting the time ................................................................................................... 28
Altering the time of day ....................................................................................... 28
Switching off the time of day display .................................................................. 28
Night switch-off ................................................................................................... 28
Operation............................................................................................................ 29
Opening the door ................................................................................................ 29
Placing the dish in the oven ................................................................................ 29
Turntable.............................................................................................................. 29
Closing the door.................................................................................................. 29
Starting a programme ......................................................................................... 29
“door” message.............................................................................................. 30
Interrupting or re-starting a programme.............................................................. 31
Altering settings................................................................................................... 31
Cancelling a programme ..................................................................................... 31
At the end of a programme ................................................................................ 31
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Contents
Automatic keeping-warm function ...................................................................... 31
Quick start (programmable)................................................................................. 32
System lock......................................................................................................... 32
Using the minute minder ..................................................................................... 33
Altering a minute minder entry ....................................................................... 33
Minute minder + cooking function ................................................................. 33
Operation – grilling ............................................................................................ 34
Gourmet plate .................................................................................................... 36
Tips for use.......................................................................................................... 36
Searing/browning food........................................................................................ 36
Examples of use:................................................................................................. 37
Recipes................................................................................................................ 37
Operation - Automatic programmes................................................................ 42
Automatic defrosting .......................................................................................... 42
Automatic cooking .............................................................................................. 42
Recipes for automatic programmes................................................................ 44
Saving your favourite programme (Memory) .................................................. 50
Changing settings ............................................................................................. 52
Reheat ................................................................................................................ 54
Cooking .............................................................................................................. 56
Defrost................................................................................................................ 57
Examples of use: ............................................................................................... 58
Note for test institutes ...................................................................................... 59
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 60
Accessories supplied .......................................................................................... 63
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 64
After sales service............................................................................................. 66
Contact in case of malfunction ........................................................................... 66
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 66
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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 the installation,
safety, use and maintenance of the appliance. This prevents both
personal injury and damage to the appliance.
In accordance with standard IEC/EN60335-1, 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 operating 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 2000m.
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 ap-
pliance 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 en-
tangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their
head and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.
Danger of burning. Children's skin is far more sensitive to high
temperatures than that of adults. When grilling with or without the
microwave function, the oven interior, grill element and door can get
hot. Do not let children touch the microwave oven when it is in operation.
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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 guaran-
teed 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.
Do not situate the appliance too close to an adjacent furniture
unit. To ensure adequate ventilation, a minimum of gap of 5cm is required between the appliance and any neighbouring furniture or
walls. There must be a minimum gap of 19.5cm between the top of
the appliance and anything above it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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 genu-
ine 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.
If your microwave oven is built in with a lift-up door: do not bring the
door down into the closed position when the oven is in operation.
The appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
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
Risk of burning due to the grill.
When grilling with or without the microwave function, the microwave oven can get hot. You could burn yourself on the oven compartment, the grill element, food, accessories or the appliance
door.
Use oven gloves when placing hot food in the appliance or removing it and when working in the hot oven compartment.
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
10minutes. 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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.
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, caus-
ing 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 im-
portant 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 20seconds 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 micro-
wave 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 temper-
atures 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.
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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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.
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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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, pota-
toes 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 elec-
trical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use a steam
cleaner to clean the appliance.
The following applies for stainless steel surfaces:
The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can cause
scratches.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Accessories
Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-
ranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
The rack and gourmet plate supplied are designed for use with
microwave power and can be used for grilling with or without the
microwave function.
They must not, however, be used at the same time as this would
damage the gourmet plate. Always place the gourmet plate directly
on the turntable.
The gourmet plate gets extremely hot when in use. Always use
oven gloves when handling it to avoid burns. Place it on a suitable
heat-resistant mat or pot rest.
The rack and glass tray get hot during grilling (with and without the
microwave function).
Danger of burning.
Do not use the gourmet plate together with a commercially avail-
able, microwave-safe heat-retaining cover because the cover will get
too hot.
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Before using for the first time
After transportation, let the unpacked
appliance stand for approx. 2hours
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 pack-
aging material.
Whilst playing, children may become
entangled in packaging material
(such as plastic wrapping) or pull it
over their head, presenting the risk of
suffocation.
Keep packaging material away from
children.
Remove all the packaging materials
and any protective film 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 a 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.
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Stick the enclosed short instructions
to the frame behind the door as illustrated, making sure they do not block
any of the vents.
*INSTALLATION*
When installing the microwave oven
ensure that there is unhindered ventilation to and from the appliance
both underneath and to the rear.
Do not block the ventilation gaps or
block the gap between the base of
the appliance and the worktop surface.
A minimum installation height of
85cm must be maintained.
The microwave oven can be placed on
a worktop.
To ensure adequate ventilation, a
minimum of gap of 5cm is required
between the appliance and any
neighbouring furniture or walls. There
must be a minimum gap of 19.5cm
between the top of the appliance and
anything above it.
Do not situate the appliance too
close to an adjacent furniture unit.
Setup and connection
Heat and moisture can build up if the
microwave oven is installed behind a
closed furniture door. This can result
in damage to the appliance and furniture unit.
The microwave oven may only be
used with the furniture door open.
Do not close the furniture door while
the appliance is in use.
Leave the furniture front/door open
until the appliance has cooled down
completely.
If your microwave oven is built in
with a lift-up door: do not bring the
door down into the closed position
when the oven is in operation.
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*INSTALLATION*
Setup and connection
Electrical connection
Risk of injury caused by a faulty
appliance.
Before connecting the appliance, en-
sure 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.
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 VDE0100 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 carried
out by a qualified technician or the
Miele Customer Service Department.
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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 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
Grill
d
Control panel
e
Turntable
f
Grilling rack
g
Gourmet plate
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Accessories supplied
Grilling rack
The grilling rack can be used for all
functions with and without microwave power, except for Microwave
Solo mode.
To avoid the grilling rack being used inadvertently with Microwave Solo, it
should not be stored inside the oven
compartment.
Gourmet plate
The gourmet plate is a round, non-stick
grilling plate. It can be used to heat
snacks or small meals quickly whilst
maintaining crispness.
Tip: These products and other accessories can be ordered through the
Miele Webshop.
They can also be ordered from Miele
(see end of this booklet for contact details) or from your Miele dealer.
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Control panel
a
Display for showing the time of day
and information on operation
b
Rotary selector for microwave
power, grill and combination programmes
c
Rotary selector
to enter time and weight
d
Automatic programmes
e
Time of day
f
Minute minder
g
Memory button (to save a 1–3 stage
programme sequence)
h
Stop/Cancel button
i
Start/Add a minute/Quick start (programmable)
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 2.5billion 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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