Sharp DMR0177 User Manual
Operating and Installation Instructions
Microwave Oven
To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these
instructions before installing or using the microwave.
M.-Nr. 09 798 370en - US, CA, MX
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................4
Appliance description .............................................16
Oven interior and accessories........................................16
Control panel .....................................................17
Included accessories ..............................................18
Before first use...................................................19
Principle of operation .............................................20
How does a microwave oven work? ...................................20
Functions .......................................................21
What can a microwave oven do?......................................21
What operating modes does the microwave have? .......................21
Microwave Solo mode ...........................................21
Automatic Programs .............................................21
Suitable cookware for microwave ovens..............................22
Material and shape ................................................22
The plate cover ...................................................25
Clock display ....................................................26
Setting the clock ..................................................26
Resetting the clock ................................................26
Hidden clock display ...............................................26
Operation .......................................................27
Opening the door..................................................27
Placing dishes in the microwave ......................................27
Turntable......................................................27
Closing the door ..................................................27
Starting a program.................................................27
"Door" message ................................................28
Interrupting or resuming a program ...................................29
Changing the settings ..............................................29
Cancelling a program ..............................................29
At the end of a program.............................................29
Keep-warm function................................................30
Minute + (programmable) ...........................................30
System lock ......................................................31
Timer ...........................................................32
Reprogramming the timer.........................................32
Timer + Cooking program ........................................32
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Contents
Using the automatic programs ......................................33
Automatic Defrosting )..............................................33
Automatic Cooking ................................................33
Popcorn Æ ......................................................35
Recipes for automatic programs 2..................................36
Saving your favorite programs......................................39
Changing settings ................................................41
Reheat ..........................................................44
Cooking.........................................................45
Defrosting / Defrosting and reheating or cooking ......................46
Canning.........................................................47
Suggested uses ..................................................48
Cleaning and care ................................................49
Oven interior and inside of door ......................................49
Appliance front ...................................................51
Included accessories ..............................................52
Frequently Asked Questions .......................................53
After sales service ................................................55
Caring for the environment.........................................58
Electrical connection..............................................59
Installation ......................................................60
Contact details ..................................................63
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances
always observe basic safety
precautions, including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
Read all instructions before
installing or using the oven.
Read and follow the specific,
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY" in the "IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
section of this manual.
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Only use
the appliance for its intended
purpose. Install or locate this
appliance only in accordance
with the provided installation
instructions.
Intended use
The appliance is intended for
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use in domestic households and
similar working and residential
environments.
This appliance is not intended
for outdoor use.
The microwave oven is
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intended for domestic use only
to cook, defrost, reheat and can
food. Any other use is not
permitted.
Do not use the microwave
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oven to store or dry flammable
materials. If such items are dried
in the microwave oven, the
moisture contained in the
material evaporates, causing the
items to dry out and
spontaneously combust.
This appliance complies with
current safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance
can lead to personal injury
and material damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Persons who are unable to
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safely operate the microwave
oven due to limited physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or
because of a lack of experience
or knowledge, may only use the
appliance if they are supervised
while doing so. These persons
may only use the appliance
without supervision if they have
been shown how to use it in a
safe manner, and if they are able
to recognize and understand the
potential risks of improper use.
Safety with children
All children must be kept
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away from the microwave oven
unless constantly supervised.
Children must not be allowed
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to clean or maintain the
microwave oven without
supervision.
Please supervise any children
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in the vicinity of the microwave
oven and do not let them play
with the appliance.
Danger of suffocation! Ensure
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that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely
and kept out of the reach of
children.
Risk of injury! The maximum
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allowable weight on the door is
17.6 lbs (8 kg). Do not allow
children to hang, lean or sit on
the door when open.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Technical safety
A damaged microwave oven
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can be dangerous. Always
check for visible signs of
damage. Never use a damaged
appliance.
If the power cord is damaged,
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it must be replaced by a Miele
authorized technician in order to
protect the user from harm.
Operating a damaged
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microwave oven can result in
microwave leakage and pose a
danger to the user. Do not use
the appliance if:
– The door is warped
– The door hinges are loose
– Holes or cracks are visible in
the casing, the door or the walls
of the oven interior.
To avoid damaging the
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microwave oven, make sure that
the connection data (voltage and
frequency) on the rating plate
correspond to the building's
power supply before connecting
the appliance. When in doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
Do not use a power strip or
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extension cord to connect the
microwave oven to electricity.
Any contact with live
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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
casing of the appliance under
any circumstances.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To guarantee the electrical
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safety of this appliance,
continuity must exist between the
appliance and an effective
grounding system. This
appliance must be grounded.
Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. It is imperative
that this basic safety requirement
be met. If there is any doubt,
have the electrical system of the
house checked by a qualified
electrician.The electrical safety
of the microwave oven can only
be guaranteed if it has been
connected to a grounding
system that complies with
applicable safety regulations.
Compliance with this
fundamental safety requirement
is extremely important in order to
eliminate damage caused by a
missing or disconnected
grounding system (e.g. electric
shock). When in doubt, have the
building's wiring system
inspected by a qualified
electrician.
Repair work should only be
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performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Repairs by
unqualified persons can cause
considerable danger to users.
Any repairs not performed by
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a Miele authorized service
technician will void the warranty.
The microwave oven must be
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disconnected from the power
supply during repair work,
cleaning or maintenance.
Miele can only guarantee the
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safety of the appliance when
genuine original Miele spare
parts are used. Defective
components must only be
replaced by genuine original
Miele spare parts.
For safety reasons, the
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microwave oven may only be
used when it has been fully
installed.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If the microwave oven is
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installed behind a cabinet door,
it may only be used with the
cabinet door open. Do not close
the cabinet door when the
appliance is in use. Heat and
moisture can build up behind the
door and cause damage to the
appliance and cabinetry. Do not
close the door until the
appliance has cooled down
completely.
The microwave oven may not
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be used in mobile installations
(e.g. on ships).
Proper use
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
Do not attempt to operate this
oven with the door open since
open-door operation can
result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy. It is
important not to damage or
tamper with the safety
interlocks.
Do not place any object
between the oven front and
the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate
on sealing surfaces.
Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly
important that the oven door
closes properly and that there
is no damage to the: (1) door
(bent), (2) hinges and latches
(broken or loosened), (3) door
seals and sealing surfaces.
The oven should not be
adjusted or repaired by
anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always ensure that food is
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sufficiently heated.
Many factors will affect the
overall cooking time, including
the type, amount and nature of
the food, its initial temperature,
and changes to the recipe.
Some foods may contain microorganisms which are only
destroyed by thorough cooking.
Therefore, when cooking or
reheating food, it is particularly
important that food is heated at
adequate temperatures for a
sufficient amount of time. When
in doubt, select a longer cooking
or reheating time.
It is important that enough
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heat is allowed to spread evenly
throughout the food being
cooked.
This can be achieved by stirring
and/or turning the food, and by
observing a sufficiently long
standing time, which should be
added to the time needed for
cooking, reheating or defrosting.
Standing times are "resting"
times in which the heat is
uniformly distributed in the food.
Always remember that times
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for cooking, reheating and
defrosting in a microwave oven
are usually considerably shorter
than in the case of traditional
methods of food preparation.
Excessively long cooking times
can lead to food drying out and
burning, or may even cause it to
catch fire.
Do not dry bread, rolls, flowers,
herbs, etc., in the microwave
oven as these could also catch
fire.
Do not use the microwave
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oven to heat up pads or
cushions filled with cherry pits,
wheat grains, lavender or gel,
such as those used in
aromatherapy. These pads can
ignite when heated even after
they have been removed from
the appliance.
The microwave oven is not
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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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The microwave oven can be
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damaged if it is used without
food or when loaded incorrectly.
Therefore, do not use the
appliance to warm empty dishes
or to dry herbs or other similar
items.
Always ensure that food or a
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browning dish has been placed
in the microwave oven and that
the turntable is in position before
turning on the appliance.
Do not cook or reheat food or
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liquids in sealed containers, jars
or bottles.
Otherwise, pressure will build up
and can cause the bottle or
container to explode.
When heating food and
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drinks, remember that the heat is
created in the food itself, and
that the cookware will normally
be cooler. The dish is only
warmed by the heat of the food.
The temperature of the container
is not an indication of the
temperature of the food or liquid
it contains. Check the food for
the desired temperature after
removing it. This is particularly
important when preparing food
for babies. Shake or stir baby
milk and food thoroughly after
heating, and try it yourself first to
ensure that it will not burn the
baby.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The boiling stick ensures that
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liquids heat up evenly, allowing
bubbles to form at the right time.
When boiling and, in particular,
when reheating liquids using
microwave power without the
boiling wand, the boiling point of
the liquid may be reached
without the typical production of
bubbles. The liquid does not boil
evenly throughout. This "boiling
delay" can cause a sudden
buildup of bubbles when the
cookware is removed from the
microwave oven or when it is
shaken. This can ultimately lead
to the liquid boiling over
suddenly and explosively. Burn
hazard!
The formation of bubbles can be
so strong that the pressure
forces the appliance door open.
Risk of injury and damage!
When reheating liquids, always
place the boiling wand supplied
into the cup or glass.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid fueling any flames,
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do not open the appliance door
if you see smoke coming from
the food in the oven interior.
Interrupt the current process by
turning off the appliance with the
On/Off button and disconnecting
it from the power.
Do not open the door until the
smoke has dissipated.
Never leave the microwave
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oven unattended when cooking
with oil or fat.
Due to the high temperatures
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radiated by the microwave oven,
nearby flammable objects can
catch fire while the appliance is
in use. Do not use the microwave
oven to heat the room.
Food which is stored in the
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oven interior or left there to be
kept warm can dry out, and the
moisture released can lead to
corrosion damage in the
microwave oven. The control
panel, countertop and
surrounding cabinetry can also
be damaged.
Always cover food that is left in
the appliance.
If using alcohol in your
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recipes, please be aware that
high temperatures can cause the
alcohol to vaporize and even to
ignite on hot surfaces. Do not
heat undiluted alcohol in the
appliance. Fire hazard!
Do not use the microwave
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oven to heat up or can food in
sealed containers, such as
canisters or jars, as pressure will
build up in the container and
may cause it to explode.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid corrosion on the
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stainless steel surfaces of the
microwave oven, thoroughly
wipe away any splashes on the
interior walls from food or liquids
containing salt immediately after
they occur.
The oven interior can get hot
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during use. Burn hazard! Clean
the appliance interior and
accessories as soon as they
have cooled down. Waiting too
long can make cleaning
unnecessarily difficult and, in
extreme cases, impossible.
Under certain conditions, strong
grease and gunk buildup can
damage the appliance and even
be dangerous. Fire hazard!
Please follow the instructions on
cleaning in "Cleaning and care".
containing wire. Do not use
bowls with milled rims, or plastic
containers without a fully
removed aluminum lid (see
"Suitable cookware for
microwave ovens").
These items can be damaged or
cause a fire hazard.
Do not leave the microwave
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oven unattended when reheating
or cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic,
paper or other flammable
materials.
Before using disposable
containers, make sure they are
suitable for use in microwave
ovens. See "Suitable containers
for microwave ovens".
Fire hazard! Using
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microwave power with
plasticware that is not microwave
safe can cause it to melt and
damage the appliance.
Do not use any containers,
dishware or utensils made of or
containing metal. Do not use
aluminum foil, lead crystal
glassware, temperature-sensitive
plastics, wooden dishes, metal
clips, plastic clips with metal
parts or paper twist ties
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not reheat food in the
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microwave oven in heat-retaining
bags intended for normal ovens,
such as bags used for grilled
chicken.
Eggs can be cooked without
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their shells using microwave
power only if the yolk membrane
has been punctured several
times first. Otherwise, the
pressure may cause the egg
yolk to explode.
When eggs are cooked with
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their shells in the microwave
oven, they may explode, even
after being removed from the
oven interior. Only cook eggs in
their shells in the microwave
using a specially designed egg
boiler.
Do not reheat hard-boiled eggs
in the microwave oven.
Food with a thick skin or peel,
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such as tomatoes, sausage,
potatoes and eggplant, should
be pierced or cut in several
places before heating in order to
allow steam to escape and
prevent the food from bursting.
Cookware with hollow knobs
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or handles is not suitable for use
in the microwave. Moisture
gathered in the hollow recesses
can cause pressure to build up,
and the item can explode
(unless the recesses are
sufficiently ventilated). We
recommend that you do not use
these types of dishes for cooking
in the microwave oven.
To check the food
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temperature, interrupt the
cooking process.
Only use a thermometer
specifically approved for use
with food to measure the
temperature. Do not use
thermometers containing
mercury or liquid, as these are
not suitable for use at very high
temperatures and can break
easily.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use a steam cleaner to
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clean the microwave oven. The
steam may reach electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
Stainless steel surfaces
Adhesives will damage the
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coated stainless steel surface
and cause it to lose its
resistance to grease and grime.
Do not use sticky notes,
transparent adhesive tape,
masking tape or other types of
adhesive on the stainless steel
surface.
Stainless steel is easily
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scratched. Even magnets can
cause scratching.
Accessories
Only use genuine original
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Miele accessories and spare
parts. Using accessories or
spare parts from other
manufacturers will void the
warranty, and Miele cannot
accept liability for damage
caused by the use of such parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND REVIEW THEM
PERIODICALLY
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Appliance description
Oven interior and accessories
a Control panel
b Turntable
c Oven door
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d Plate cover
e Boiling stick
Control panel
f On/Off button K
g Automatic Popcorn program Æ
h Selector knob
for microwave power and automatic programs
(can be turned clockwise and counter-clockwise).
i Clock/timer display
Appliance description
j button (for saving a 1- to 3-stage
program sequence) M
k Appliance settings X
l Clock +
m Selector knob for entering time and weight
(can be turned clockwise and counter-clockwise).
n Timer N
o Stop button UU UU
p Start / Add one minute /
Minute + button (programmable) c
q Back button # for cancelling last entry
r OK button
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Appliance description
Included accessories
Plate cover
The plate cover supplied must only be
used in the Microwave Solo mode.
It prevents food from drying out and the
oven interior from becoming dirty, and it
accelerates the heating process.
Boiling stick
When heating liquids, the boiling stick
should always be placed in the
container. It helps heat liquids evenly.
These products and other useful
accessories can be ordered via the
Miele website or from your Miele dealer.
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Allow the microwave to sit
unpacked for approx. 2 hours after
transport before using it for the first
time.
During this time, the temperature of the
appliance can equalize with the room
temperature.
This is important for the correct
electronic functioning of the appliance.
Ensure that any packing material
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is disposed of safely and kept out of
the reach of children. Danger of
suffocation!
^ Remove all packaging material when
unpacking the appliance.
Before first use
Check the appliance for any
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damage.
Do not use the microwave oven if:
–The door is warped.
– The door hinges are loose.
– Holes or cracks are visible on the
casing.
Operating the appliance with this
type of damage will result in
microwave leakage and pose a
danger to the user.
Clean the oven interior and all
^
accessories with a soft sponge and
warm water.
Do not remove the plate cover to the
microwave outlet in the oven interior.
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Place the enclosed quick guide to
the frame behind the door (as
illustrated), making sure they do not
block any of the vents.
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Principle of operation
How does a microwave oven
work?
The microwave oven contains a highfrequency tube called a magnetron. It
converts electrical energy into
electromagnetic waves called
microwaves. These microwaves are
then distributed evenly throughout the
oven interior and reflected by its metal
walls, which allows the microwaves to
reach and penetrate the food from all
sides. Distribution of the microwaves is
optimized by an activated turntable.
In order for microwaves to reach the
food, they must be able to penetrate
the cookware being used. Microwaves
can penetrate porcelain, glass,
cardboard and plastics, but not metal.
Therefore, you should not use
containers which are either made of
metal or contain it in any form, such as
gold or silver trim. The metal reflects
the microwaves, which may cause
sparking to occur. The microwaves
cannot be absorbed.
Because the heat is produced directly
in the food:
Food can generally be cooked with
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little liquid or oil.
Defrosting, heating and cooking is
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faster than using a conventional
oven.
Nutrients, such as vitamins and
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minerals, are generally retained.
The color, texture and taste of food
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are not impaired.
The production of microwaves stops
whenever the program is interrupted or
the microwave oven door is opened.
During operation, the closed and intact
door prevents microwaves from
escaping the appliance.
The microwaves will pass through any
suitable cookware and find their way
directly into the food. All food contains
moisture molecules which, when
subjected to microwave energy, begin
to oscillate at a rate of 2.5 billion times
per second. The friction caused by
these vibrations creates heat, which
first starts developing around the
outside of the food and then slowly
penetrates it toward the center. The
more water a food contains, the faster it
is reheated or cooked.
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