SCHOLTES MWI243 User Manual [fr]

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CONTENTS

CHAP. 1 – GENERAL 1.1 Description of the oven ...................................................pag. 82

1.2 Description of the control panel.......................................pag. 83

1.3 Building-in .....................................................................pag. 84

1.4 Important safety warnings...............................................page 87

1.5 Technical data................................................................page 88

1.6 Installation and Electrical Connection...............................page 88

1.7 Accessories supplied.......................................................page 89

1.8 Ovenware to use............................................................page 90

1.9 General rules / suggestions for using the oven.................page 91

CHAP. 2 – USING THE CONTROLS AND SETTING THE MODES

2.1 Setting the clock .............................................................page 92

2.2 Programming the cooking...............................................page 93

2.3 Automatic sequence for defrosting and cooking ...............page 95

2.4 Recalling the pre-memorised recipes

(“Automatic Functions” keys)...........................................page 96

2.5 Quick Reheat .................................................................page 96

2.6 Child lock-out feature .....................................................page 96

2.7 Turntable stop key ..........................................................page 96

2.8 Function “Memotime” .....................................................page 96

CHAP. 3 – USING THE OVEN: SUGGESTIONS AND COOK CHARTS

3.1 Defrosting......................................................................page 97

3.2 Reheating ......................................................................page 98

3.3 Cooking starters, pasta and entrees.................................page 99

3.4 Cooking meat ...............................................................page 99

3.5 Cooking side dishes and vegetables ................................page 100

3.6 Cooking fish ..................................................................page101

3.7 Cooking desserts and cakes ...........................................page101

3.8 Reheating/cooking using the

“Automatic Functions” keys.............................................page102

3.9 Simultaneous cooking on 2 levels ....................................page.103

CHAP. 4 – CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

4.1 Cleaning........................................................................pag. 105

4.2 Maintenance..................................................................pag. 106

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CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE OVEN

A Grill heating element B Control panel C Microwave outlet cover D Turntable spindle E Inside of door

F Low wire rack G Medium wire rack H High wire rack I Tur ntable L Tur ntable support

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1.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL

1. Time and mode display

2. Oven temperature display

3. Mode Fonction: mode

selection

4. Key : microwave power level selection

5. Key : oven temperature selection

6 - 7 - 8 - 14 - 15

Automatic function keys:: pre-memorised rapid cooking

9. STOP key: interruption of cooking and cancellation of settings

10.Knob : setting of time and length of cooking

11.Open door button

12.Key : setting the clock

13.Tu rntable stop key

16.START key: start of

cooking and rapid reheating

4 13 5

14 7 8

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1.3 BUILDING-IN

Inside the oven there is a plastic bag with fixing material. Take this bag out of the oven.

BEFORE USING THE OVEN,

REMOVE THE PLASTIC PROTECTION ANGLES ON THE GLASS DOOR (IF EQUIPPED)

Fasten metal strip (A) using the two 13 mm. screws (all of which can be found in the accessory bag).

The appliance needs sufficient ventilation. Make an opening in the plinth at least 280 cm2large for this purpose.

ventilation passageway

368 or 380

depending on the model

550 min.

50 min.

560

360

850 min

320 min.

595

368

a seconda del modello

oppure

380

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Fix the fastening bar such that the two lips stick out over the edge of the bottom of the recess and rest against it at the front.

Remove the 2 screws (X)from the fastening bar under the microwave oven.

3. Fit the fastening bar (B) at the correct position in the recess. Make sure that there is the same amount of free space at each side of the fastening bar. Fissare la barra con le viti (H) da 16 mm. che si trovano nella busta accessori.

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4. Open the lid of the smoke discharge (C) (if fitted) fully.

5. Slide the appliance into the recess. Slide the front of the appliance over the fastening bar (B). Keep sliding it

until the front of the oven (G) is resting against the cupboard and the holes (D) under the oven are aligned with the holes (E) in the fastening bar (B).

6. Fasten the appliance to the fastening bar (B) using the screws precedentemente rimosse (X).

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - IMPORTANT: If the appliance is provided with supply cord AND plug, the appliance shall be positioned so that the plug is always accessible. If the appliance is provided with a supply cord WITHOUT the plug, the appliance must be connected to a fixed main wiring incorporating a disconnection switch with contact separation of at least 3 mm in all poles and provided with permanent connection to earth.

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1.4 IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

Read carefully these instructions and keep for future reference. N.B. This oven has been designed to defrost, heat and cook food in the home. It must never be used for other purposes, modified or tampered with in any way.

1) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person (trained by the manufacturer or by its Customer Service).

2) WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

3) WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.

4) WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

5) WARNING: When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

6) Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the safety devices.

7) Do not operate the oven if objects for any kind get stuck between the front panel of the oven and the door. Always keep the inside of the door (E) clean, using a damp cloth and non-abrasive detergents. Do not allow dirt or remains of food to accumulate between the front panel of the oven on the door.

8) Do not operate the oven if the supply cable or the plug is damaged, as this may result in electric shocks. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

9) If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED in order to stifle any flames.

10)Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. In order to avoid overheating and the consequent risk of fire, it is advisable to supervise the oven when cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, cardboard or other inflammable materials, and when heating small quantities of food.

11)Never place the turntable in water after it has ben heated for a long time. The high thermal shock resulting would break the turntable.

12)When cooking "Only MICROWAVE" and "COMBINED WITH MICROWAVE" , you absolutely must not pre-heat the oven (without foodstuffs in it) and you must not operate it when it is empty, because you might cause sparking.

13)Before using this oven, check to be certain that the utensil and containers chosen are suitable for microwave oven use (see the section on "Glassware and Similar Items").

14)When heating liquids (water, coffee, milk, etc.) it is possible that the contents may suddenly start to boil and spill violently as a result of delayed boiling, causing scalding. To avoid this happening, you should place a heat-resistant plastic spoon or a glass rod in the container before starting to heat liquids. Anyway, care shall be taken when handling the container.

15)The temperature of the door or the outer surface may be high when the appliance is operating. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.

16)Do not heat spirit with a high alcohol content, nor large quantities of oil, as these could catch fire !

17)The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature shall be checked before consumption in order to avoid burns. It is also

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advisable to stir or shake the food in order to ensure that it has an even temperature. When using commercially available bottle sterilisers, before turning the oven on, ALWAYS make sure the container is filled with the quantity of water indicated by the manufacturer. N.B. When the oven is used for the first time it is possible that, for a period of approx. 10 minutes, it may produce a “new” smell and a small amount of smoke. This is only a result of protective substances applied to the heating element.

18)All microwaves are tested and approved in accordance with current electromagnetic safety and compatibility regulations and standards. As a precautionary measure, pacemaker manufacturers recommend wearers to keep a minimum distance of 20-30 cm between an operating microwave oven and the pacemaker in order to avoid possible interference with the pacemaker. If you suspect that such an interference is occurring, turn the oven off immediately and contact the pacemaker manufacturer.

19)Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

1.5 TECHNICAL DATA

• ENERGY CONSUMPTION (CENELEC HD 376 norms) To reach 200°C 0,3 kWh To maintain a temperature of 200°C for an hour 1,1 kWh Total consumption 1,4 kWh

• MICROWAVE OUTPUT POWER: 900W (IEC 705) For further data, consult the data plate placed on the appliance.

This appliance conforms to EC directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnetic Compatibility and EC regulation no. 1935/2004 of 27/10/2004 on materials intended for contact with food. The product is classified as Group 2, Class B ISM equipment in conformity to standard EN 55011, paragraph

1.6 INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The oven must be built-in at a minimum hight of 850 mm.

1) Remove all the accessories and wash them.

2) Clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.

3) Check that there is no damage as a result of transportation, and in particular that the door opens and closes properly.

4) Place the support (L) in the centre of the circular groove and fix the turntable (I) to it. The spindle (D) should be inserted in the corresponding groove in the centre of the turntable.

5) After the installation has been performed, the power supply cable and the power socket must be easy to access.

6) Only a qualified electrician may install or relocate a socket outlet.

7) Only connect the appliance to a power socket with a power capacity of at least 16A. Also make sure that the main switch installed in your home has a minimum power capacity of 16A in order to avoid it suddenly tripping while the oven is on.

8) Before use, check that the power supply voltage is the same as the one shown on the rating label and that the power outlet is properly earthed: the manufacturer disclaims any liability in the event of non-compliance with this safety regulation.

9) The majority of modern electronic appliances (TV, radio, stereo systems etc) are shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. Certain electronic appliances may not, however, be shielded from radio frequency signals deriving from a microwave oven. You should therefore keep a distance of at least 1 - 2 metres between these appliances and the operating oven.

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1.7 ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

LOW WIRE RACK

Fan Oven Only mode:

for all types of traditional cooking, especially cakes

HIGH WIRE RACK

Grill Only mode:

for all types of grilled food.

TURNTABLE

The turntable is used for all the modes.

MEDIUM WIRE RACK

Microwave-only function

For all types of cooking on two levels AT THE SAME TIME (e.g., large amounts of food or different foods). See the instructions on page 103

Combined microwave + fan oven mode and microwave + grill:

For rapid cooking of meat, potatoes, some leavened cakes and desserts and gratinéed dishes (for example, lasagne)

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (U.K. ONLY)

A) If your appliance comes fitted with a plug, it will incorporate a 13 Amp fuse. If it does not fit your socket, the plug should

be cut off from the mains lead, and an appropriate plug fitted, as below. WARNING: Very carefully dispose of the cut off plug after removing the fuse: do not insert in a 13 Amp socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock hazard. With alternative plugs not incorporating a fuse, the circuit must be protected by a 15 Amp fuse. If the plug is a moulded-on type, the fuse cover must be re-fitted when changing the fuse using a 13 Amp Asta approved fuse to BS 1362. In the event of losing the fuse cover, the plug must NOT be used until a replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest electrical dealer. The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that as marked on the base of the plug.

B) If your appliance is not fitted with a plug, please follow the instructions provided below:

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow. The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black. The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red.

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1.8 OVENWARE TO BE USED

In the “Microwave Only” and “Microwave Combined” modes, all types of containers in glass (preferably Pyrex), ceramics, china and clay may be used provided that they are undecorated and free of metal parts (i.e. gilt trimmings, handles, feet etc.). Heat resistant plastic containers can also be used, but only for “Microwave Only” cooking. If you are still doubtful about using a particular container, you can perform a simple test. Place the empty container in the oven for 30 seconds at maximum power (“Microwave Only” function). If the container is still cold or only slightly warm, it is suitable for microwave cooking. If it is very hot or gives out sparks, it is not suitable. Containers in heat-resistant plastic may also be used. Paper napkins, cardboard trays and disposable plastic plates can also be used for short cooking times. The size and shape of the containers must be such as to allow them to rotate properly inside the oven.

Metal, wood, cane and crystal containers are not suitable for microwave cooking.

It is worth remembering that - since microwaves heat the food, not the dish - it is possible to cook the food directly on the plate on which it is to be served. This means that you do not need to use, and wash up, saucepans. However, remember that heat may be transferred from the food itself to the plate, making it necessary to use an oven glove. If the oven has the “Fan Oven Only” or “Grill only” settings, all types of ovenware may be used. In any case, observe the guidelines shown in the following table:

Metal

contai-

ners

Paper or

cardboard

PlasticSilver foilTerracotta

Glass-

ceramics

PyrexGlass

NOYESYESNOYESYESYESYES

NONONONOYESYESYESNO

YESNONOYESYESYESYESNO

Mode: “Microwave Only”

Mode: “Combined”

Mode:

“Fan Only” “Grill Only”

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1.9 RULES AND GENERAL SUGGESTIONS FOR USING THE OVEN

Microwaves consist of electromagnetic radiation found in nature under the form of light waves (e.g., sunlight). Inside the oven, these waves penetrate food from all directions and heat up the water, fatty and sugar molecules. Heat is produced very quickly only in the food itself, whereas the container being used warms up indirectly by means of heat given off by the heated food. This prevents food from sticking to its container, so you can use very little fatty substance or, in some cases, no fat at all during the cooking process. Therefore cooking in a microwave oven is considered to be healthy and good for one’s diet. And in contrast to traditional methods, cooking in a microwave foodstuffs are less dehydrated, lose less of their nutritional value, and retain more of their original flavour.

Basic rules for correct cooking with a microwave oven

1) In order to set cooking times correctly, remember (in referring to the charts on the following pages) that when you increase the amount of foodstuffs the cooking temperature must likewise be proportionately increased and vice-versa. It is important to respect the “standing” times: standing time means that period during which the food must be left to “rest” after being cooked so as to allow an even greater spreading of the temperature within. The temperature of meat, for example, will rise about 5°-8° C. (approx. 9°-15° F.) during the standing time. Standing times may be observed either inside or outside the oven.

2) One of the main things you must do is stir the food several times while it is being cooked. This helps make the temperature distribution more uniform and thus shortens the cooking time.

3) It is also advisable to turn the foodstuff over during its cooking process: this applies especially for meat, whether it is in large pieces (roasts, whole chickens, etc.) or small (chicken breasts, etc.).

4) Foods having a skin, shell or peel (e.g., apples, potatoes, tomatoes, frankfurters,

fish) must be pierced with a fork in several points so as to permit steam to escape and to prevent those items from exploding.

5) If you are preparing a large number of portions of the same food item (e.g., boiled potatoes), place those portions in a Pyrex dish in order to have them cook in a uniform manner.

6) The lower the temperature at which a foodstuff is placed in a microwave oven, the longer the cooking time required. Food having a room temperature will cook more quickly than food having a refrigerator temperature.

7) Always do your cooking by placing the food container in the centre of the turntable.

8) It is perfectly normal for condensation to form inside the oven and near the air out- let. To reduce such condensation, cover the foodstuffs with clear-sheet, wax paper, a glass lid or simply an overturned plate. Foods having a water content (e.g., greens and vegetables) cook better when covered. The covering of food also helps keep the oven clean on the inside. Use clear-sheet made expressly for microwave ovens.

9) Do not cook eggs in their shells: the pressure which builds up on the inside would cause the egg to explode, even after cooking has finished. Do not heat up eggs which have already been cooked, unless they are scrambled.

10)Do not forget to open containers which are air-tight or sealed, before heating or cooking food in the oven. The pressure on the inside of the container would rise, causing them to explode even after cooking has finished.

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CHAPTER 2 – USING THE CONTROLS AND SETTING THE MODES

2.1 SETTING THE CLOCK

•When the appliance is connected to the domestic power supply for the first time, or after a power cut, four dashes will appear on the display (----). In order to set the time of day, proceed as described below:

Press the key (12). (The hours flash on display 1)

Set the desired time by turning the knob (10). (The hours flash on display 1)

Press the key (12) again. (The minutes flash on display 1)

Set the desired minutes by turning the knob (10) (The minutes flash on display 1)

Press the key (12) again. (The display shows the time set)

• If you wish to change the hour on the dial once it has been set, press the key (12) before proceeding to set the new time as described above.

• It is possible to display the current time even after starting the mode set, by pressing the key (12) (the time is displayed for 2 seconds).

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2.2 PROGRAMMING THE COOKING

Press the Fonction key (3) (mode selection) and select the desired mode, which will be shown by the corresponding symbols coming on, above the display 1. The available modes are:

INDICATOR MODE SELECTED

Microwave Only Automatic Defrosting Combined Microwave and

Fan Oven

Combined Microwave and Grill Fan Oven Only Grill Only Timer

Set the length of cooking time, in minutes, by turning the knob (10). In order to choose the length of cooking time, always consult the tables shown in Chapter 3.

In the modes:

Microwave Only Combined Microwave + Fan

Oven Combined Microwave + Grill

select the microwave power level by repeatedly pressing the key (4) until the indicator of the desired level power (expressed in numbers) flashes, above the display 2 (on the bottom). In order to select the power, always consult the tables shown in Chapter 3.

Note • it is not necessary to select any level of power for the Automatic Defrosting mode.

• in the Combined Microwave + Fan Oven mode the maximum microwave power which can be selected is 700 Watts.

• it is possible to modify the power set even during cooking, simply by pressing the key (4).

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In the modes:

Combined microwave + fan oven Fan oven only

select the cooking temperature by repeatedly pressing the key (5) until display 2 (below) shows the desired temperature. In order to select the temperature, always consult the tables shown in Chapter 3.

Note • once the cooking has been started, display 2 will show the increase in real temperature inside the

oven.

• once the temperature set has been reached, a sound signal will be emitted (3 beeps). The temperature set will then remain shown on display 2.

• it is possible to modify the power set even during cooking, simply by pressing more times the key (5).

Start the cooking process by pressing the START key (16). The count- down of the remaining cooking time will appear on the display 1, and if included in the mode, the oven temperature on display 2.

Note: • should the cooking process for any reason fail to start, al the settings will be automatically cancel-

led after 2 minutes.

When cooking finishes, a sound signal is emitted every 30 seconds (3 beeps) and the word “END” will appear on the display. Open the door and take out the food (the time of day will appear, or if the oven is hot, the word “COOL” – see note below).

Note: • it is possible to check the progress of the cooking set at any time, by opening the door and inspec-

ting the food. This interrupts the emission of microwaves and oven stops working until the door is closed again and the START key (16) is pressed.

• Should it be necessary for any reason to suspend the cooking without opening the door, you only need press the STOP key (9).

• In order to complete the cooking, proceed as follows:

- if the oven door is open, press the STOP key (9) once;

- if the door is closed and cooking is underway, press the STOP key (9) twice; the display will go back to showing the clock.

• this model is equipped with an automatic cooling cycle which comes into action whenever the oven is very hot (for example after something has been cooked for a long time). During this cycle the word “

COOL

” will appear on display 1. The fans and the oven light will come on (they will go off auto-

matically).

At the end of each cooking cycle, the oven light and the cooling fan will remain in operation until the oven door is opened.

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2.3 AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING AND COOKING SEQUENCE

In order to programme an automatic defrosting and cooking sequence proceed as follows:

Set the automatic defrosting mode by pressing the Fonction key (3) twice (mode selection) . The indicator corresponding to the automatic defrosting will appear on the display.

Set the length of time required for the defrosting (in minutes) by turning the knob (10).

Set the cooking by selecting the desired mode with the Fonction key (3) (mode selection) until the corresponding indicators appear.

(ex. Combined microwave + fan function)

Adjust the length of cooking time and, if included in the mode, the microwave power level and the oven temperature as shown in the preceding paragraph (par. 2.2).

Press the START key (16). The passage from defrosting to cooking will be signalled by a sound signal.

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2.4 RECALLING THE PRE-MEMORISED RECIPES (AUTOMATIC FUNCTION KEYS)

Press the desired “Automatic function” key. (The indicators of the length and temperature set will flash on the display and the pre-memorised mode and power level indicators will come on.) Consult paragraph 3.8 in order to choose the most suitable menu.

Press the START key (16) in order to start cooking.

At the end of the time set 3 long beeps will be heard and the word

“

EE NNDD

” will appear on the display.

2.5 QUICK REHEAT

This mode is very useful for heating small quantities of food and drink.

•Press the START key (16); the oven will come on for 30 seconds at maximum power. By pressing the key again the time will increase by 30 seconds each time up to 3 minutes.

• This mode is activated only if it is carried out within 1 minute after the food has been placed in the oven. The Quick Reheat is also useful to complete unfinished cooking.

Once the cooking procedure has begun, the programmed time can be modified with the knob (10) to a maximum time limit of 60 minutes.

2.6 CHILD SAFETY

The oven is equipped with a safety device which prevents pre-set cooking times from being tampered with while the cooking is underway, in order to avoid accidental and dangerous extensions to the cooking time which might cause the food to burn. To activate the safety device:

• Keep the STOP key (9) pressed down for 5 seconds.

•A short beep is emitted: from this point it will no longer be possible to alter the times during all cooking.

• In order to deactivate the safety device once it has been previously activated, keep the STOP key (9) pressed until the beep is heard.

2.7 TURNTABLE STOPPER KEY

When using large sized containers/recipients (or containers with handles) that are not able to rotate, the movement of the turntable can be stopped. Press the key (13), after having first set a cooking function: the LED in the top right will start flashing. After having pressed the START key (16), the LED will flash a further 5 times, and will then remain on for the enti- re set time; for best results, the food should be mixed/stirred a number of times during cooking. The TURNTABLE STOPPER function will remain on the next time the oven is used, that is until the key (13) is pressed again. For the microwave-only function, the maximum power available is 700W (reduced automatically by the electronic controller when pressing the key (13)).

2.8 “MEMOTIME” FUNCTION

This function allows for the use of the timer, with the oven NOT functioning, for up to 60 minutes.

•Press the Fonction key (3) until 3 dashes appear on display 2, then select the time desired by turning the knob

(10) and start the timer by pressing the START key (16).

• At the end, 3 beeps will sound and the “

ee nndd

” warning will appear on display 1.

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3.1 DEFROSTING

•Frozen food in plastic bags, plastic film or cardboard packets can be placed directly in the oven for defrosting as long as the packet has no metal parts (e.g. metal ties or staples).

• Certain foods, such as vegetables and fish, do not require complete defrosting before being cooked.

• Boiled foods, stews and meat sauces defrost better and more quickly if they are stirred from time to time, turned over and/or separated.

•Meat, fish and fruit lose a certain amount of liquid during defrosting. Defrost these foods in a bowl.

• It is advisable to separate each individual piece of meat into its own bag before putting it into the freezer. This will enable you to save precious preparation time.

• It is important to observe the standing times immediately after defrosting, before cooking; the standing time (in minutes) is the length of time for which the food must be left to stand to allow the heat to continue spreading evenly in the food.

CHAPTER 3 – USING THE OVEN: SUGGESTIONS AND TIME CHART

TABLE OF DEFROSTING TIMES IN “AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING” MODE

These indications are suitable for performing the minced meat defrosting test according to Regulation 60705, Par. 13.3 (see page 2). Turn over halfway through the set time. Place directly on the turntable.

Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

19 - 21

4 - 6

10 - 12

5 - 7

10 - 12

5 - 7 6 - 8

25 - 27 25 - 27 13 - 15

8 - 10

7 - 9

8 - 10

10 - 12

8 - 10

4 - 6

5 - 7

7 - 9

1 - 2 2 - 4 2 - 4 2 - 4

8 - 10

5 - 7 3 - 5

MEAT

• Roasts (pork, beef, veal etc.)

•Steaks, chops, rashers

• Stew, goulash

• Minced

• Hamburgers

• Sausages

POULTRY

• Duck, turkey

• Whole chicken

• Pieces of chicken

• Chicken breast

VEGETABLES

FISH

• Fillets

• Slices

• Whole

• Prawns

MILK/DAIRY PRODUCTS

•Butter

• Cheese

• Cream

BREAD

•2 medium-sized rolls

•4 medium-sized rolls

•Sliced bread

•Sliced wholemeal bread

FRUIT

•Strawberries, plums, cherries, redcurrants, apricots

•Raspberries

•Blackberries

1 kg 200 gr 500 gr 250 gr 500 gr 200 gr 300 gr

1,5 kg 1,5 kg 850 gr 300 gr

300 gr 400 gr 500 gr 400 gr

250 gr

200 ml

150 gr 300 gr 250 gr 250 gr

500 gr

300 gr 250 gr

Tu rn over halfway through defrosting

See note

Tu rn the poultry over halfway through . When the standing time is over, wash under warm water to remove any ice.

Frozen vegetables do not need to be defrosted before cooking

Tu rn the fish over halfway through defrosting

Remove the silver foil or the metal parts should not be completely defrosted. Observe the standing time. The cream should be removed from its container and placed in a dish.

Put the bread directly onto the turntable.

Stir 2-3 times

Stir 2-3 times Stir 2-3 times

5 10 15 15 10 10

20 20 10 10

None None None None None None None

None None None None

None

None None None None

None

None None

TYPE

QUANTITY

TIME (minutes) NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

STANDING

TIME

WIRE RACK TO BE USED

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3.2 REHEATING

Reheating food is one of the modes in which your microwave oven displays all its usefulness and efficiency. Compared to traditional methods, using a microwave obviously saves time and therefore electricity.

• It is advisable to reheat food (especially if it is frozen) to a temperature of at least 70°C (it must be piping hot). This means the food will not be ready to eat immediately because it is too hot!) but it will be completely sterilised.

• In order to reheat pre-cooked or frozen food, always observe the following rules:

- always remove the food from metal containers

- cover it with transparent film (of the kind suitable for microwave ovens) or grease proof paper so that all the

natural flavour is preserved and the oven will stay cleaner; the food may also be covered with a an upturned plate;

- if possible, stir or turn the food frequently in order to speed up the reheating process and to make it cook

more evenly;

- follow the cooking times shown on the packet with considerable caution; remember that, under certain con-

ditions, the times shown must be increased.

•Frozen food must be defrosted before being reheated. The lower the initial temperature of the food, the longer the reheating time will have to be.

Note: some dishes can also easily be reheated by using the pre-memorised recipes (see table on page 102).

450 900

900

“

900

“

“ “

“

900

“

“ “

“

900

“ “ “

900

“ “ “

4 - 5

0’.10”-0’.15”

0’.15”-0’.20” 0’.30”-0’.35”

3 - 5

2 - 4 4 - 6

4 - 6

3 - 5

5 - 7

4 - 6

2 - 4

6 - 8

5 - 7 6 - 8

3 - 5

1’30” - 2’ 1’.15” - 1’.45” 1’.15” - 1’.45”

3 - 4

1’.15” - 1’.45”

1 - 1’.30”

0’.45” - 1’.15”

2 - 3

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION POWER LEVEL

TIME

minutes

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

100 gr

50-70 gr

125 gr 240 gr

400 gr

300 gr 400 gr

400 gr

300 gr

400 gr

300 gr

400 gr 400 gr

300 gr

180 cc 150 cc 100 cc 300 cc

“

“ “

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Put in a dish. It is not necessary to stir chocolate cubes. Mix the icing once.

To melt butter, add one minute.

Remove the metal top. Heat the baby’s bottle without the teat and mix it

immediately after heating to make the temperatura uniform. Check the temperature of the contents before use. With milk at room temperature the

heating time is lower. To avoid risk of fire when using dried milk please stir evenly. Please use already sterilized milk.

Packets of any type of pre-cooked food available in the shops, to be reheated to 70°C. Remove the food from any metal packets and put it directly onto the plate from which it is to be eaten. For best results the food should always be covered.

Plate of meat and/or vegetables Portions of any type of cooked food to be reheated to 70°C. The food should be placed directly onto the plate from which it is to be eaten and should always be covered either with transparent film or with an upturned plate.

All kinds of pre-cooked frozen food to be reheated to 70°C directly in the packet. For metal containers, place the food directly onto the dish from which it is to be eaten and increase the cooking time by a few minutes.

Remove raw food from the packets, place it in a container suitable for microwaves and cover. Portions of cooked frozen food to be heated to 70°C. Place the frozen food onto the dish from which it is to be eaten and cover it with an upturned plate or Pyrex lid. Make sure that it is thoroughly heated in the centre; if possible, stir the food.

All drinks should be shaken after reheating to spread the temperature evenly. We recommend covering clear soup with an upturned plate.

TABLE OF REHEATING TIMES

SOFTENING AND MELTING FOOD

• Chocolate/icing

• Butter

CHILLED FOODS

(5/8°C) up to 20/30°C

•Yoghurt

• Feeding bottle

PRE-COOKED CHILLED FOODS (initial temp. 5/8°C)

up to approx. 70°C

• Packet of lasagne or stuffed pasta

• Packet of meat with rice and/or vegetables

• Packet of fish and/or vegetables

•

Plate of meat and/or vegetables

• Plate of pasta, cannelloni or lasagne

• Plate of fish and/or rice

FROZEN FOOD TO BE REHEATED/COOKED (initial temp. -18/-20°C)

up to approx. 70°C

• Packet of lasagne or stuffed pasta

• Packet of meat with rice and/or vegetables

• Packet of pre-cooked fish and/or vegetables

• Packet of fish and/or raw vegetables

•

Portion of meat and/or vegetables

• Portion of pasta, cannelloni or lasagne

• Portion of fish and/or rice

CHILLED DRINKS (5/8°C) up to approx. 70°C

•1 cup of water

•1 cup of milk

•1 cup of coffee

•1 bowl of clear soup

DRINKS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE

From 20/30°C up to approx. 70°C

•1 cup of water

•1 cup of milk

•1 cup of coffee

•1 bowl of clear soup

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3.3 - COOKING ANTIPASTI AND FIRST COURSES

Vegetable soups and other soups in general require less liquid because in a microwave oven evaporation is rather minimal. Salt must be added only at the end of cooking or during standing time as it dehydrates the food.

It is fair to say that the time needed to cook rice in the microwave oven (as indeed for pasta) is more or less equal to that needed to cook it on a stove in the traditional manner. The advantage of preparing a risotto in a microwave oven is that it does not need stirring continually (this only needs to be done 2 or 3 times).

3.4 - COOKING MEAT

Cooking is closely linked to the size and uniformity of the food which is to be cooked: kebabs cook before a roast because they consist of smaller, more evenly-sized pieces of meat. To keep roasts, chicken and kebabs moist, it is advisable to add 1 or 2 cups of water at the start of cooking.

These indications are suitable for performing the minced meat cooking test according to Regulation 60705, Para. 12.3.3.Cover the container with clear film for microwave use. Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

These indications are suitable for performing the cooking test according to Regulation 60705, Para. 12.3.6. Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

900 900

900

8 8

12-15

200°C

160°C

190°

TIME

minutes

•Lasagne

•Gnocchi alla romana

•Macaroni

•Risotto

•Pizza

•Fresh Quiche Lorraine

•Frozen Quiche Lorraine

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION

POWER

LEVEL

TEMPE-

RATURE

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

WIRE RACK

TO USE

1100 gr

600 gr

1500 gr

300 gr.

of rice

800 gr

550 gr

Suitable times for raw pasta. If the pasta is precooked, 8 minutes of Combined MICROGRILL cooking is enough.

Avoid piling them up too heavily

The pasta should have previously been boiled separately.

The ingredients should all be placed together in a container suitable for microwaves and covered with transparent film (750 g of clear soup is needed for 300 g of rice with the microwaves on full power for approx. 10-12 minutes).

Spread the pizza on oven paper resting on a shelf for cakes or on the detachable base of metal baking tin for cakes. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

Use a cake tin with a handle (the oven should be preheated).

Place on the bottom of a metal baking tin (the oven should be pre-heated).

Low

None

Low

450

700 700 700 450 900 700

35-40

22-25

20 40

25 17-20 30-35 10-15 16-18

10-12

190°C

180°C

190°C 190°C 180°C

TIME

minuti

•Roasts (pork, beef)

•Meatloaf

•Whole chicken

•Pieces of chicken

•Kebabs

•Goulash

•Chicken breast

•Veal or pork chop

•Sausages

•Hamburgers

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION

POWER

LEVEL

TEMPE-

RATURE

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

WIRE RACK

TO USE

1000 gr

800 gr

900 gr

1200 gr

850 gr 600 gr

1500 gr

500 gr

3 pieces

Leave on a little fat to avoid it drying out. Do not add much sauce.

Mix 500 g of minced beef with egg, ham, grated Bread, etc. Add a touch of oil and a little white wine.

See note

Prick the skin to allow the fat to run off. See note

Stir once during cooking

Turn halfway through cooking

Cook uncovered and stir 2-3 times

Turn halfway through cooking

Preheat the oven for 3 minutes. Turn through cooking, as the heating element only irradiates heat from the upper part of the oven.

Low

None

Low Low

Low None None

High

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These indications are suitable for performing the cooking test according to Regulation 60705, Para. 12.3.4.

Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

TIME

minutes

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION

POWER

LEVEL

TEMPE-

RATURE

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

WIRE RACK

TO USE

3.5 - COOKING SIDE DISHES AND VEGETABLES

Vegetables cooked in a microwave oven preserve their colour and nutritional value better than in traditional cooking. Wash and peel the vegetables before starting to cook. The larger vegetables should be cut into evenly-sized pieces. Add approx. 5 spoonfuls of water for every 500g of vegetables (vegetables which have a high fibre content require more water). The vegetables should always be covered with transparent film. Stir at least once halfway through cooking and add a little salt only at the end.

Warning: the cooking times in the table are purely intended as guidelines and are on the basis of the food’s weight and initial temperature as well as its consistency and structure.

900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900

900 900

900 900 900 900 900 900 900 450 900

900 900 900 450 450 700 900

8-9 10-11 10-11

6-7

8-9 10-11

10 6-7 5-6

9-11

7-9 5-6 5-6 4-5 5-6

9-10

11-12

9-11

8-9

9-11

8 9

7-8

25-30 35-40

20 6-7

•Asparagus

•Artichokes

•Green beans

•Broccoli

•Brussels sprouts

•White cabbage

•Red cabbage

•Carrots

•Cauliflower

•Cauliflower in béchamel sauce

•Celery

•Aubergines

•Grilled aubergines

•

Aubergines “alla parmigiana”

•Leeks

•Button mushrooms

•Onions

•Spinach

•Peas

•Fennel

•Grated tomatoes

•Peppers

•Grilled peppers

•Stuffed peppers

•Potatoes

•Roast potatoes (fresh)

•Roast potatoes (frozen)

•Potato gratin

•Courgettes

500 gr 300 gr 500 gr 500 gr 500 gr 500 gr 500 gr 500 gr 500 gr

1000 gr

500 gr 800 gr

4 slices

1300 gr

500 gr 500 gr 250 gr 300 gr 500 gr 500 gr 800 gr 500 gr

4 quarters

1400 gr

500 gr 500 gr 900 gr

1100 gr

(total)

500 gr

Cut into 2 cm pieces

It would be better to use artichoke bottoms

Cut in pieces

Separate into single “flowers”

Leave whole

Cut into evenly-sized pieces

Separate into tops

Times with raw cauliflower. If pre-cooked, needs only 10 minutes with grill in

Combined

mode

Separate into pieces

Cut into cubes

Preheat for 3 minutes. Turn halfway through cooking

The aubergines may be first grilled or fried

Leave whole

Leave whole and cover. No need for water

Whole in equal sizes. No need for water

Cover after washing and draining

Cut into quarters

It is preferable for them to be of equal sizes

Cut into pieces

Preheat for 3 minutes. Turn halfway through cooking

Preferably the short, broad kind

Cut into evenly-sized pieces

Stir 2-3 times

See note

Leave whole

None None None None None None None None None

Low

None None

High

Low None None None None None None

Low None

High

Low

None

Low

Low None

190°C 200°C 190°C

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These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705, Para.

12.3.1. Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705, Para.

12.3.2. Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

***

These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705, Para.

12.3.5. Remember to preheat the oven in fan only mode with the low wire rack in place. Further information, including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705, is given in the table on page 2.

TIME

minutes

5-7 7-9

8-10

5-7 7-9 7-9

3.6 - COOKING FISH

Fish cooks very quickly and with excellent results. It can be dressed with a little butter or oil (or even left without). Cover it with transparent film. Naturally if it ha its skin, this must be cut; the fillets should be arranged evenly. It is not advisable to cook fish breaded with egg.

700 700 700 700 700 700 150

•Fillets

•Pieces

•Whole

•Slices

•Prawns

•Baked fish

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION

POWER

LEVEL

TEMPERATURE

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

WIRE RACK TO BE USED

300 gr 300 gr 500 gr 250 gr 400 gr 500 gr 600 gr

Cover with film

Add oil, a clove of garlic and drop of white wine. Do not cover.

None None None None None None

Low

190°

3.7 - COOKING DESSERTS AND CAKES

For cooking all cakes the oven must be preheated to the temperature shown in the table. Only after reaching the temperature set (signalled by 5 beeps) may the cake by placed in the oven

TIME

minutes

25-30

35-40

150

450

900

150

•Hazelnut cake

•Quark cake

•Jam tart

•Plum cake

•Light sponge cake

•Walnut cake

•Egg custard

•Sponge cake

•Cake

TYPE

QUANTITY FUNCTION

POWER

LEVEL

TEMPERATURE

NOTES/SUGGESTIONS

WIRE RACK

TO BE USED

1100 gr

1500 gr

700 gr

950 gr

700 gr

650 gr

750 gr

475 gr

710 gr

Use a heat-resistant container

Use a metal cake tin

Use a rectangular mould

Use a metal cake tin

See note

***

Low

None

Low

170°C

160°C

170°C

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SUGGESTIONSWHAT TO DO

3.8 - REHEATING/COOKING USING THE “AUTOMATIC FUNCTION” KEYS

The “Automatic function” keys are 5 different programmes with “pre-memorised” length of cooking time, power level and oven temperature; they afford excellent results for the dishes described in the following table.

KEY

(8)

•Press once

•Press twice

•Press 3 times

•Press 4 times

• Reheat 1 small coffee cup (50 cc) at room temperature.

• Reheat a coffee cup (125 cc) starting from room temperature

• Reheat one large cup (200 cc) starting from chilled

• Reheat 1 soup dish (300 cc) starting from chilled

After reheating the liquid, stir well to spread the temperature evenly.

(14)

•Press once

•Press twice

•Press 3 times

• Cook 200 g of potatoes

• Cook 400 g of potatoes

• Cook 600 g of potatoes

Wash the potatoes thoroughly in their jackets, pierce them and put them on the turntable. They should be served stuffed with butter or cheese.

Warning: at the end of the reheating the food and the containersi may be very hot. Use tweezers or oven gloves.

• Reheat 1 portion (250-350 gr)

• Reheat 2 portions (450-550 gr)

Suitable for cooked portions of food, preserved in the refrigerator on the plate (the one from which the food is to be eaten). The food must never be covered. For pre-cooked dishes in packets, remove the food from possible aluminium tubs/packets and place it on a plate.

Warning: at the end of the reheating the food and the containersi may be very hot. Use tweezers or oven gloves.

• Reheat 1 frozen pizza da 250 - 500 gr

• Reheat 1 portion (250-350 gr)

• Reheat 2 portions (450-550 gr)

Place the pizza directly on the low wire rack. Place the packet on the turntable, being careful to remove any covers (film bags). If the packet is not suitable for microwaves, however, (e.g. metal tubs), remove the food from the packet pre-cooked frozen dishes (e.g. meat or side dishes) placing it uncovered on the turntable.

(6)

•Press once • Cook 1 100 g packet of popcorn for microwaves

Follow the instructions written on the box closely and place it on the turntable.

(15) chilled ready meals (5-8°C)

•Press once

•Press twice

(7) Pizza and frozen ready meals

•Press once

•Press twice

•Press 3 times

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3.9 - SIMULTANEOUS COOKING ON 2 LEVELS

By using the medium wire rack (G) with the microwave-only function, you can defrost, reheat and cook foods at the same time, even different dishes on two levels. The special double-microwave-emission system makes possible, in fact, a perfect distribution of energy. When you wish to cook two food dishes at the same time, all you have to do is keep these basic rules in mind:

1) The cooking times for food dishes cooked at the same time are different from those for the cooking of single dishes. So always consult the reference table on page 104.

2) Be careful to ALWAYS place on the MEDIUM WIRE RACK t that food which requires less cookig time: it will thus be easier to remove the upper pan. Take the grill out and finish cooking the food underneath.

3) Pay strict attention to the indications and recommendations in the tables. In particular, always check to be sure that the food being reheated is very hot before removing it from the oven.

Potatoes

(above)

Goulash

(below)

16 min

40 min

Times for simultaneous cooking

Potatoes

Goulash

7 - 8 min

30 - 35 min

Cooking times for single dishes

Upper food dish

(less time) Lower food dish (more time)

Medium wire rack

Tur ntable

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REFERENCE TABLES FOR COOKING ON TWO LEVELS

DEFROSTING TIMES

Type

Quantity

(grams)

Power

level

Minutes

•Ground meat

• Chicken in pieces

• Stew

• Cauliflower

•Whole fish

• Meat, single serving

• Vegetables, single serving

• Plate of lasagne

• Meat, single serving

• Plate of lasagne

• Potatoes

• Carrots

• Zucchini

• Sliced fish

• Zucchini

•Whole fish

• Potatoes

•Goulash

• Cabbage

• Rice

•Brussels sprouts

• Peas

500 500 500 500 450 500

150 250 500 500 150 500

500 500 500 500 475 400 475 200 200 200 500

1500

500 300 500 500

20 20 24 24 22 22

6 6 9 9 6 8

16 16 18 18 14 16 13 14 14 14 16 40 14 20 14 18

Notes

Pan

position

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

above

below

Turn the meat over after 10 min. When the cooking is finished, let the meat sit for 15 min. During the defrosting, pull the pieces apart. When the cooking is finished, let the meat sit for 15 min.

At the end, let sit for 5 to 10 min. At the end, let sit for 5 to 10 min.

Cover the food with plastic wrap Cover the food with plastic wrap Cover the food with plastic wrap Cover the food with plastic wrap Cover the food with plastic wrap Cover the food with plastic wrap

Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap. Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap

Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap

Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.

Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap. After 14 min., take out the rack. Cover with plastic wrap. Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap. After 13 min., take out the rack. Cover with plastic wrap.

Cover with plastic wrap. Cover with plastic wrap.

Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.

After 16 min., take out the grill. Stir 2 or 3 times.

Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap.

After 14 min., take out the rack.

Cover with plastic wrap and stir 2 times Cover with plastic wrap.

After 14 min., take out the rack.

Cover with plastic wrap.

REHEATING TIMES

Type

Quantity

(grams)

Minutes

Notes

Pan

position

COOKING TIMES

Type

Quantity

(grams)

Notes

Pan

position

900 900 900 900 900 900

900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 900

Power

level

Power

level

Minutes

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CHAPTER 4 - CARE AND CLEANING

4.1 CLEANING

Always switch off at the power socket, disconnect the plug and wait for the appliance to cool down, before any cleaning and maintenance is carried out.

The internal cavity of your oven is covered with a special non-stick finish to which splashes and food particles do not stick, making cleaning particularly simple. Always keep the microwave outlet cover (C) clean and free from grease and splashes of fat. Do not steam clean the inside of the oven.

Do not use abrasive detergents, wire sponges and sharp metal tools when cleaning the external surface of the oven. Also be careful to ensure that water or liquid detergent does not penetrate the air and steam vent grilles on the top of the appliance. It is also advisable not to use alcohol, abrasive detergents or ammonia-based detergents to clean the internal and external surfaces of the door.

Always keep the inside of the door clean to ensure that it closes properly, so that dirt and food residues do not become trapped between the door and the front panel of the oven.

Check from time to time that the ventilation openings located on the back and underneath the cabinet which houses the appliance are free from any obstructions or dust. Contact your Service Assistance Centre for any necessary controls of the ventilation openings found on the back of the appliance.

It is necessary to remove the turntable (I) and its corresponding support (L) periodically in order to clean them; the bottom of the oven should also be cleaned.

Wash the turntable and its support in soapy water using mild soap. They can also be washed in a dishwasher.

Do not immerse the turntable in cold water after prolonged heating; the sudden change in temperature would cause it to crack.

The turntable motor is sealed. When cleaning the bottom, you should nevertheless take care to avoid water penetrating under the turntable spindle (D)

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NOTE: The oven may be used safely even if the light bulb is not working. Contact an authorised Service Centre for bulb replacement.

CAUSE/SOLUTION

• The door is not closed properly.

• The plug is not correctly inserted.

• No power at the socket (check the fuse box)

• The time has not been set correctly.

• When food is cooked which contains water it is quite normal for the steam which is generated inside the oven to escape and condense inside the oven, on the cooking surface or around the doorframe.

• Do not turn the oven on without food in Microwave and Combined cooking modes.

• Do not use metal containers for the above cooking modes or bags or packets with metal parts.

• Select the correct cooking mode or reduce the cooking time.

• The food has not been completely defrosted before being cooked.

• Select a lower power level or or reduce the cooking time.

• Stir the food during cooking. Remember that food cooks better when cut in evenly-sized pieces.

• The turntable does not rotate.

PROBLEM

The appliance does not work

Condensation on the work surface, inside the oven or around the door.

Sparks inside the oven

The food does not heat or cook properly

The food burns

The food does not cook evenly

4.2 MAINTENANCE

Before calling Service for assistance, check through the following list, there may be nothing wrong:

Disposal of old electrical appliances

The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance.

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