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Operating instructionsMicrowave oven

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essentialto read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.

en-GB M.-Nr. 10 229 700

Contents

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Guide to the appliance .......................................................................................... 4Oven interior and accessories................................................................................. 4Control panel ........................................................................................................... 5Accessories supplied .............................................................................................. 6Optional accessories............................................................................................... 6

Caring for the environment .................................................................................. 7

Warning and Safety instructions .......................................................................... 8

Description of function ....................................................................................... 20How the microwave oven works ........................................................................... 20

Modes of operation ............................................................................................. 21What can a microwave oven do?.......................................................................... 21Microwave oven functions .................................................................................... 21

Microwave Solo................................................................................................ 21Grilling .............................................................................................................. 21Combination mode (Microwave + Grill) ............................................................ 21Automatic programmes.................................................................................... 21

Suitable containers for microwave ovens......................................................... 22Material and shape................................................................................................ 22Testing containers ................................................................................................. 24The cover............................................................................................................... 25

Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 26

Time of day display ............................................................................................. 27Set the time ........................................................................................................... 27Altering the time of day ......................................................................................... 27Hidden clock display ............................................................................................. 27

Operation.............................................................................................................. 28Opening the door .................................................................................................. 28Placing the dish in the oven .................................................................................. 28

Turntable........................................................................................................... 28Closing the door.................................................................................................... 28Starting a programme ........................................................................................... 28

"door" message ............................................................................................... 29Interrupting or re-starting a programme................................................................ 30Altering settings..................................................................................................... 30Cancelling a programme ....................................................................................... 30At the end of a programme .................................................................................. 30Automatic keeping-warm function ........................................................................ 31

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Quick start (programmable)................................................................................... 31System lock........................................................................................................... 31Using the minute minder ....................................................................................... 33

Altering a minute minder entry ......................................................................... 33Minute minder + cooking function ................................................................... 33

Operation - Grilling .............................................................................................. 34

Gourmet plate ...................................................................................................... 36Use ........................................................................................................................ 36

Searing / browning food................................................................................... 36Examples of use: ................................................................................................... 37Recipes.................................................................................................................. 37

Operation - Automatic programmes.................................................................. 42Automatic defrosting ......................................................................................... 42Automatic cooking ................................................................................................ 42Popcorn .......................................................................................................... 44

Recipes for Automatic programmes ........................................................... 45

Saving your favourite programme (Memory) .................................................... 52

Changing settings ............................................................................................... 54

Reheating ............................................................................................................. 57

Cooking ................................................................................................................ 59

Defrosting............................................................................................................. 60

Examples of use: ................................................................................................. 61

Note for test institutes ........................................................................................ 63

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 64

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 67

After sales service ............................................................................................... 70Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 70Warranty ................................................................................................................ 70

Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 71

Installation............................................................................................................ 72

Guide to the appliance

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Oven interior and accessories

a Fascia panel

b Grill

c Turntable

d Appliance door

e Grilling rack

f Gourmet plate

g Cover


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Control panel

i On/Off sensor

j Automatic Popcorn programme

k Function selector for microwave power, grill, combination and automaticprogrammes (can be turned clockwise and anti-clockwise and can be retractedin the • position by pushing in)

l Electronic timer and clock display

m Memory (to save a 1-3 stage programme sequence) M

n Appliance settings

o Clock display

p Rotary selector, e.g. to enter time and weight (can be turned clockwise andanti-clockwise and can be retracted by pushing in)

q Minute minder

r Stop button

s Start / Add a minute / Quick start (programmable)

t Back for cancelling last entry

u OK button


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Accessories supplied

Cover

The cover supplied must only be usedwith Microwave Solo mode. It preventsthe food from drying out and the ovenfrom becoming dirty, and it acceleratesthe heating process.

Grilling rack

The grilling rack can be used for allfunctions with and withoutmicrowave power, except forMicrowave Solo mode.

To avoid the grilling rack being usedinadvertently with Microwave Solo, itshould not be kept inside themicrowave oven.

Gourmet plate

The gourmet plate is a round, non-stickgrilling plate. It can be used to heatsnacks or small meals quickly whilstmaintaining crispness.

Optional accessories

Glass tray

The glass tray is suitable for use with allcooking functions. It is heat-resistantand microwave safe.

When grilling directly on the rack, theglass tray should be placed underneaththe rack to catch any fat or juices.

Tip: These products and others can beordered through the Miele Webshop.They can also be ordered from Miele(see end of this booklet for contactdetails) or from your Miele dealer.

Caring for the environment

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Disposal of the packingmaterialThe packaging is designed to protectthe appliance from damage duringtransportation. The packaging materialsused are selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland should be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces theuse of raw materials in themanufacturing process and alsoreduces the amount of waste in landfillsites.

Disposing of your oldapplianceElectrical and electronic appliancesoften contain valuable materials. Theyalso contain specific materials,compounds and components, whichwere essential for their correct functionand safety. These could be hazardousto human health and to the environmentif disposed of with your domestic wasteor if handled incorrectly. Please do not,therefore, dispose of your old appliancewith your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your localcommunity waste collection / recyclingcentre for electrical and electronicappliances, or contact your dealer orMiele for advice. You are alsoresponsible (by law, depending oncountry) for deleting any personal datathat may be stored on the appliancebeing disposed of. Please ensure thatyour old appliance poses no risk tochildren while being stored prior todisposal.

Warning and Safety instructions

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This appliance complies with current safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury anddamage to property.

Read the Operating instructions carefully before using theappliance. They contain important information on the safety,installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. This preventsboth personal injury and damage to the appliance. Miele cannot beheld liable for damage caused by non-compliance with theseinstructions.

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

Correct application

This microwave oven is intended for use in the home and insimilar environments, for example– in shops, offices and similar work settings– by the guests in hotels,– motels, bed & breakfasts and other typical home settings.

This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.

Do not use the appliance at altitudes of above 2000 m.

The microwave oven is intended for domestic use only to cook,defrost and to reheat food. Any other use is not permitted.

Do not use the microwave oven to store or dry items which couldignite easily. If such items were dried in the microwave oven, themoisture in the item would evaporate causing it to dry out and evenself-ignite. Never use the microwave oven to store or dry items whichcould ignite easily.


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This microwave oven can only be used by people with reducedphysical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience andknowledge if they are supervised whilst using it. They may only use itunsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way.They must be able to recognise and understand the consequencesof incorrect operation.

This microwave oven is supplied with a special lamp to cope withparticular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemicalresistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lampmust only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is notsuitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted bya Miele authorised person or by Miele Service.

Safety with children

Children under eight years of age must be kept away from theappliance unless they are constantly supervised.

Children aged eight and older may only use the microwave ovenwithout supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safemanner. Children must be able to recognise and understand thepotential risks of improper use.

Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the applianceunsupervised.

Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the microwaveoven. Never allow children to play with the appliance.

Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children could becomeentangled in packaging (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over theirhead and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children.

Danger of burning. Children's skin is far more sensitive to hightemperatures than that of adults. When grilling with or without themicrowave function, the oven interior, grill element and door can gethot. Do not let children touch the microwave oven when it is inoperation.


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Danger of injury! The oven door can support a maximum weight of8 kg. Children could injure themselves on an open door. Do not letchildren sit on the door, lean against it or swing on it. They couldinjure themselves.

Technical safety

A damaged appliance could be dangerous. Check the appliancefor visible signs of damage. Do not use the appliance if it isdamaged.

If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replacedby a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user fromdanger.

Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakageand 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 oveninterior walls.

Any contact with live connections or tampering with the electricalor mechanical components of the microwave oven will endangeryour safety and may lead to appliance malfunctions. Do not open theappliance housing under any circumstances.

Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure thatthe connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) matchthe mains electricity supply. This data must correspond in order toavoid the risk of damage to the appliance. Compare this beforeconnecting the appliance to the mains. Consult a qualified electricianif in any doubt.

Multi-socket adapters and extension leads do not guarantee therequired safety of the appliance (fire hazard). Do not use them toconnect the appliance to the mains.


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The electrical safety of this microwave oven can only beguaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effectiveearthing system. It is essential that this standard safety requirementis met to avoid the risk of damage or electric shock. If in any doubt,please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician.

For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used when it hasbeen built in.

Unauthorised or incorrect repairs and other work by unqualifiedpersons could be dangerous. Repairs should only be carried out bya Miele authorised technician.

While the microwave oven is under guarantee, repairs should onlybe undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwisethe warranty is invalidated.

The microwave oven must be disconnected from the mains powersupply during repairs or cleaning and maintenance. It is onlycompletely isolated from the electricity supply when:– the plug has been disconnected from the back of the appliance orthe appliance has been switched off at the wall socket and the plugwithdrawn. Pull by the plug and not by the mains connection cable todisconnect 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 isapplicable).

Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance whengenuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faultycomponents must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spareparts.


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If the appliance is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it mayonly be used with the furniture door open. Do not close the furnituredoor while the appliance is in use. Heat and moisture can build upbehind the closed furniture door. This can result in damage to theappliance and furniture unit. Leave the furniture front/door open untilthe appliance has cooled down completely.

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


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Correct use

Danger of burning. When grilling with or without themicrowave function, the microwave oven can get hot.You could burn yourself on the oven interior walls, the grillelement, food, accessories or the oven door.

Wear oven gloves when placing hot food in the oven or removing itand when adjusting oven shelves etc. in a hot oven.

Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated.The time required for this depends a number of factors, such as thenature of the food, its initial temperature and the amount to becooked and recipe variations.Some foods may contain micro-organisms which are only destroyedby thorough cooking at temperatures over 70 °C for a minimum of10 minutes. Therefore when cooking or reheating foods, e.g. poultry,it is particularly important that food is fully cooked through. If in anydoubt 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 isevenly distributed and sufficiently high. This can be achieved by stirring or turning the food, and observing asufficiently long standing time (see charts), which should be addedto the time needed for reheating, defrosting or cooking. During thestanding time the temperature is distributed evenly in the food.

Always remember that times for cooking, reheating and defrostingin a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than withtraditional methods of cooking food. Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out andburning, or could even cause it to catch fire. Fire hazard. There isalso a danger of fire if breadcrumbs, flowers, herbs, etc., are dried inthe microwave oven. Do not dry these items in the microwave oven.


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Cushions or pads filled with cherry kernels, wheat grain, lavenderor gel, such as those used in aromatherapy can ignite when heatedeven after they have been removed from the microwave oven. Do notheat these up in the microwave oven. Fire hazard.

The microwave oven is not suitable for cleaning or disinfectingitems. Items can get extremely hot and there is a danger of burningwhen the item is removed from the appliance. Fire hazard.

The appliance can be damaged if it is used without food beingplaced in it or if it is incorrectly loaded. Therefore do not use theappliance to preheat crockery or to dry herbs or similar items.

Always ensure that food or a suitable microwave browning dishhas been placed in the microwave oven and that the turntable is inposition before switching on.

Pressure can build up when reheating in sealed containers,causing the container to explode. Never cook or reheat food orliquids 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. Althoughheat is not normally produced in the container itself by themicrowaves (apart from stoneware), heat transfer from the food tothe 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 itout of the microwave. The temperature of the container is not anindication of the temperature of the food or liquid in it. This isparticularly important when preparing food for babies, children,and the elderly or infirm. After reheating food, especially food forbabies and small children, stir the food or shake the container andcheck that the temperature does not pose any danger. Double checkafter it has been left to stand.


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When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc, using microwave power,the boiling point of the liquid may be reached without the productionof typical bubbles. The liquid does not boil evenly throughout. Thisso-called 'boiling delay' can cause a sudden build-up of bubbleswhen the container is removed from the oven or shaken, which canlead to the liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively. Danger ofburning. The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the pressure forcesthe oven door open. Danger of injury and damage to the appliance.Stir liquids well before heating. After heating, wait at least20 seconds before removing the container from the oven. Inaddition, during heating a glass rod or similar item, if available, canbe placed in the container.

To avoid fuelling any flames, do not open the oven door if smokeoccurs inside the appliance. Interrupt the process by switching the appliance off and disconnectit 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 themicrowave oven unattended when cooking with oil or fats. Do notuse the appliance for deep-fat frying. Never attempt to put out oil orfat fires with water. Switch the oven off and extinguish the flames byleaving the door closed.

Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near themicrowave oven when it is in use could catch fire. Do not use theappliance to heat up the room.

If using alcohol in your recipes, please be aware that hightemperatures can cause the alcohol to vaporise. The vapour cancatch fire on hot surfaces. Never heat undiluted alcohol in themicrowave, as this can easily ignite. Fire hazard.


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Heating up food in closed containers e.g. tins or sealed jarsresults in an increase in pressure will can cause them to explode. Donot use the microwave oven for bottling food or for heating up foodin tins.

Food which is stored in the oven or left in it to be kept warm candry out and the moisture released can lead to corrosion damage inthe microwave oven. This can also cause damage to the controlpanel, worktop and surrounding kitchen furniture. Always cover foodthat is left in the oven to keep warm.

Try to avoid the interior walls being splashed with food or liquidscontaining salt. If it does happen, wipe these away thoroughly toavoid corrosion to stainless steel surfaces inside the cabinet.

The oven interior can get hot during use. Danger of burning! Cleanthe oven interior and accessories as soon as it has cooled down.Waiting too long can make cleaning unnecessarily difficult and insome cases impossible. Stubborn soiling could damage themicrowave oven in certain circumstances and could even bedangerous. Fire hazard. Please refer to the relevant instructions in "Cleaning and care".

Fire hazard. Plastic containers which are not suitable for use inmicrowave ovens can be badly damaged and cause damage to theappliance if used. Do not use any containers or cutlery made from orcontaining metal, aluminium foil, lead crystal glassware,temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden utensils or cutlery, metalclips or plastic or paper covered wire ties. Do not use bowls withmilled 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 presenta fire risk.


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Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified bythe manufacturer as suitable for use in a microwave oven may beused. Do not leave the oven unattended when heating or cooking food indisposable containers made of plastic, paper or other inflammablematerials.

Heat-retaining packaging consists of, among other things, a thinlayer of aluminium foil. Microwaves are reflected by metal. Thisreflected energy can, in turn, cause the outer paper covering tobecome so hot that it ignites. Do not use heat-retaining packaging, such as bags for grilledchicken for warming food in the microwave oven.

If you cook eggs without their shells using microwave power, theyolks could explode due to the resulting pressure. Prick the yolkseveral 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 becooked in their shells in a specially designed egg-boiling device. Do not reheat hard-boiled eggs in the microwave oven.

Food with a thick skin or peel, such as tomatoes, sausage,potatoes and aubergines can burst when heated. Pierce or score theskin of these types of food several times to allow steam to escape.

Dishes with hollow knobs or handles are not suitable for use withmicrowave power. Moisture which has gathered in the hollowrecesses can cause pressure to build up and the item can explode. Ifthe hollow recess is sufficiently ventilated, the item could be used.However, we recommend that you do not use such dishes in themicrowave oven.


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Do not use a thermometer containing mercury or liquid as theseare not suitable for use with very high temperatures and break veryeasily. To check food temperature, first interrupt the cooking process. Onlyuse a thermometer specifically approved for food use to measure thetemperature of the food.

The steam from a steam cleaning appliance could reach liveelectrical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use a steamcleaner to clean the appliance.

The following applies for stainless steel surfaces:

Adhesives will damage the stainless steel surface and cause it tolose its dirt-repellent protective coating. Do not use sticky notes,transparent adhesive tape, masking tape or other types of adhesiveon the stainless steel surface.

The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can causescratches.

Accessories

Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used,warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

The rack and gourmet plate supplied are designed for use withmicrowave power and can be used for grilling with or without themicrowave function. They must not, however, be used at the same time as this woulddamage the gourmet plate. Always place the gourmet plate directlyon the turntable.

The gourmet plate gets extremely hot when in use. Always useoven gloves when handling it to avoid burns. Place it on a suitableheat-resistant mat or pot rest. The rack and glass tray get hot during grilling (with and without themicrowave function). Danger of burning.


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Do not use the cover with the gourmet plate, as the cover will gettoo hot.

Optional accessories

Do not place the hot glass tray (or any other hot cookingcontainers) on a cold surface, such as a tiled or granite worktop. Theglass tray or container could crack or shatter. Use a suitable heat-resistant mat or pot rest.

Description of function

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How the microwave ovenworksIn a microwave oven there is a high-frequency tube called a magnetron.This converts electrical energy intomicrowaves. These microwaves aredistributed evenly throughout the oveninterior, and are reflected off the metalappliance walls. This enables themicrowaves to reach the food from allsides and heat it up. Microwavedistribution is improved with theturntable engaged.

In order for microwaves to reach thefood, they must be able to penetrate thecooking container being used.Microwaves can pass throughporcelain, glass, cardboard andplastics, but not metal. Do not,therefore, use utensils made of metal,or which contain metal, for example inthe form of gold or silver trim. The metalreflects microwaves and this couldcause sparking. The microwavescannot be absorbed.

Microwaves pass through a suitablecontainer and find their way directly intothe food. All food contains moisturemolecules which, when subjected tomicrowave energy, start to oscillate 2.5thousand million times a second. Thefriction caused by this vibration createsheat. It first starts developing aroundthe outside of the food and then slowlypenetrates towards the centre. Themoisture content of food will affect thespeed at which it is cooked.

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

– Food can generally be cooked withoutadding liquid or cooking oil, or with justa little water or oil.

– Cooking, reheating and defrosting in amicrowave oven is quicker than usingconventional methods.

– Nutrients, such as vitamins andminerals, are generally retained.

– The colour, texture and taste of foodare not impaired.

Microwaves stop being produced assoon as the cooking process isinterrupted or the appliance door isopened. When the appliance is inoperation, the closed, sealed doorprevents microwaves escaping from theappliance.

Modes of operation

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What can a microwave ovendo?In the microwave oven, food is cooked,reheated or defrosted quickly.

You can use the microwave oven in thefollowing ways:

– Food can be defrosted, reheated orcooked by entering a power setting anda duration.

– Deep-frozen, ready-made meals canbe defrosted and then reheated orcooked.

– The microwave oven can also be usedfor other tasks, e.g. for proving dough,melting chocolate and butter, dissolvinggelatine etc.

Microwave oven functionsMicrowave Solo

Suitable for defrosting, reheating andcooking.

Grilling

Ideal for grilling thin cuts of meat, e.g.steak or sausages.

Combination mode (Microwave +Grill)

Ideal for browning dishes with toppings.The microwave cooks the food, and thegrill browns it.

Automatic programmes

You can choose from the followingautomatic programmes:

– nine defrosting programmes (: Ad 1 to Ad 9),

– four cooking programmes for frozenfood(: Ac 1 to Ac 4 ),

– and ten cooking programmes for freshfood (: Ac 5 to Ac 14).

These programmes are weightdependent. You enter the weight of thefood and then the cooking duration iscalculated automatically.The weight of the food can bedisplayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb)(see "Changing settings").

In addition to these, there is also theautomatic Popcorn programme .

Suitable containers for microwave ovens

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Microwaves

– are reflected by metal,

– pass through glass, porcelain, plasticand card,

– and are absorbed by food.

Fire hazard.Containers which are not suitable foruse in microwave ovens can bebadly damaged and cause damageto the appliance if used.Please observe the information onsuitable containers!

Material and shapeThe material and shape of containersused affect cooking results and times.Heat distribution is more even in roundand oval shaped shallow containers.Food heats up more evenly in thesecontainers than in square containers.

Containers and lids with hollowhandles or knobs in which moisturecan collect are unsuitable, unless thehollowed areas are adequatelyvented.Without vent holes pressure canbuild up, causing the container tocrack or shatter. Danger of injury!

Metal

Metal containers, aluminium foil,metal cutlery, and china withmetallic decoration such as gold rimsor cobalt blue must not be used withmicrowave mode.Metal reflects microwaves andobstructs the cooking process.Do not use containers where the foillid has not been completely removedas small pieces of foil can causesparking.

Exceptions:

– Ready-meals in aluminium foildishes.

These can be defrosted and reheated inthe microwave oven, if recommendedby the manufacturer. Important: removethe lid and make sure the foil dish is atleast 2 cm from the oven walls at alltimes. However, food is only heatedfrom the top. Transferring the food fromthe aluminium foil container to a dish


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suitable for use in a microwave ovenwill result in more even heatdistribution.

Do not place aluminium foil disheson the rack in case the dish sparksor arcs.

– Pieces of aluminium foil

For even defrosting and to avoidovercooking unevenly shaped cuts ofmeat, poultry or fish, small pieces ofaluminium foil may be used to maskwingtips or other thin parts for the lastfew minutes of the programme.

Make sure that the aluminium foil isat least 2 cm from the oven walls atall times. It must not touch the walls.

– Metal meat skewers or clamps

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

Glazes and colours

Some dishes have glazes andcolours containing metallicsubstances.These dishes are unsuitable formicrowave functions.

GlassHeat-resistant glass or ceramic dishesare ideal for use with microwave power.

Crystal glass is unsuitable as itcontains lead which could cause theglass to crack in the microwave.It is therefore not suitable.

PorcelainPorcelain is a suitable material.

However do not use porcelain withgold or silver edging or items withhollow knobs or handles, asinsufficient ventilation may causepressure.

EarthenwareDecorated earthenware is only suitableif the decoration is beneath an all-overglaze.

Earthenware can get very hot andmay crack.Danger of burning.Wear protective gloves whenremoving dishes from the oven.

Wood

Moisture contained in the woodevaporates during the cookingprogramme.This causes the wood to dry andcrack.Wooden dishes are therefore notsuitable.

Plastic

Plastics must be heat-resistantto a minimum of 110 °C.Otherwise the plastic may melt andfuse with the food.Use only plastic utensils suitable foruse with Microwave Solo.

Special plastic utensils designed for usein microwave ovens are available fromretail outlets.


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Melamine is not suitable for use in thisoven. Melamine absorbs microwaveenergy and gets hot. When purchasingplasticware, make sure that it is suitablefor use in a microwave oven. Disposable containers, such as traysmade from polystyrene, can only beused for very short, timed warming andreheating of food.

Plastic boiling bags can be used forcooking and reheating. They shouldbe pierced beforehand. The holesallow the steam to escape. Thisprevents a build-up of pressure fromforming and the bag from bursting.

There are also special bags available forsteam cooking which do not need to bepierced. Please follow instructions givenon the packet.

Fire hazard.Do not use metal clips, plastic clipscontaining metal parts, or paper tiescontaining wire.

Disposable containersOnly those plastic disposablecontainers which are specified by themanufacturer as suitable for use in amicrowave oven may be used.

Do not leave the ovenunattended when heating or cookingfood in disposable containers madeof plastic, paper or otherinflammable materials.

To protect the environment the use ofdisposable containers should beavoided.

Testing containersIf in doubt as to whether glass,earthenware or porcelain plates ordishes are suitable for use in amicrowave oven, a simple test can beperformed:

Place the item you wish to test in thecentre of the oven.

Close the door.

Turn the power selector to 900 W.

Enter a duration of 30 seconds withthe time selector.

Touch Start.

If a crackling noise is heardaccompanied by sparks during thetest, switch the appliance offimmediately (touch On/Off button)Any crockery which causes thisreaction is unsuitable for use withmicrowave power. If any doubt existsabout the suitability of containers,please contact the supplier.

This test cannot be used to checkwhether items with hollow knobs orhandles are suitable for use withmicrowave power.


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The cover– prevents too much steam escaping,

especially when cooking foods whichneed longer to cook, such aspotatoes.

– speeds up the cooking process.

– prevents food from drying out.

– helps keep the oven interior clean.

When using Microwave Solo, alwayscover food with the cover supplied.

You can use a cling film recommendedfor use in a microwave oven (pierce asinstructed by the manufacturer) insteadof the cover if wished. Heat can causenormal clingfilm to distort and fuse withthe food.

The cover can withstandtemperatures of up to 110 °C.At higher temperatures the plasticcan distort and fuse with the food.Therefore it must only be used inmicrowave ovens and only inMicrowave Solo mode without theGourmet plate.

If the cover is used with acontainer which only has a narrowdiameter, the cover could form a sealaround the container and there mightnot be enough room forcondensation to escape through theholes in the top.The cover could get too hot andcould start to melt.Make sure that the cover does notform a seal.

Do not use a lid or cover if

– food coated with breadcrumbs isbeing cooked.

– cooking meals which are to be givena crisp finish.

– the gourmet plate is being used.

Pressure can build up whenreheating in sealed containers,causing the container to explode.Sealed glass containers, such as jarsof baby food or liquids, must beopened before they are placed in theoven. Do not attempt to heat themup unopened. With baby bottles, thescrew top and teat must be takenoff.

Before using for the first time

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After installation, let the appliancestand for approx. 2 hours at roomtemperature before using it.

This is to allow time for the temperatureto equalise between the temperature inthe room and the appliance. This isimportant for the correct electronicfunctioning of the appliance.

Danger of suffocation!Whilst playing, children couldbecome entangled in packaging(such as plastic wrapping) or pull itover their head and suffocate.Keep packaging material away fromchildren.

Remove all the packaging materialsfrom the appliance.

Do not remove the cover to themicrowave outlet inside the oven.

Check the appliance for any damage.

Do not use the appliance if – the appliance door is warped. – the door hinges are loose. – holes or cracks are visible in thecasing, the door or the oven interiorwalls.Operating a damaged appliance canresult in microwave leakage andpresent a hazard to the user.

Clean the inside of the oven and allthe accessories with hot waterapplied with a well wrung-out softsponge or cloth.

Stick the enclosed short instructionsto the frame behind the door asillustrated, making sure they do notblock any of the vents.

Time of day display

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The appliance must be built inbefore it can be used.

Press and release the function androtary selectors if they are retracted.

Set the time Connect the appliance to the mains

electrical supply.

12:00 lights up in the display, and the symbol flashes until the current timeof day is set.

Turn the time selector to set the time.

Touch the "OK" or sensor toconfirm your selection.

The set time is now adopted.

You can switch between the 24-hourand 12-hour format (see "Changingsettings").

Altering the time of day

Touch .

The symbol will flash in the displayfor a few seconds.

While the symbol is flashing, alterthe time with the time selector.

Touch the "OK" or sensor toconfirm your selection, otherwise theclock will revert to the original time.

Hidden clock displayIf the appliance is not used for 10 min,the time display is switched off but theclock continues to operate in thebackground. The display appears dark.The appliance is switched off and mustbe switched on using the ON/OFFbutton before it can be used again.

You can deactivate this appliancesetting if you would like to see the clockdisplay at all times (see "Changingsettings").

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Opening the doorIf the microwave oven is being used,opening the door will interrupt thecooking programme.

Danger of injury! The door cansupport a maximum weight of 8 kg.Children could injure themselves onan open door.Do not let children sit on the door,lean against it or swing on it. Theycould injure themselves.

Placing the dish in the ovenIdeally the dish should be placed in themiddle of the oven.

Turntable

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

Do not operate the microwavewithout the turntable in place.

The turntable starts turningautomatically when the appliance isoperated.

Do not cook, reheat or defrost fooddirectly on the turntable. Check that thedish is not larger in size than theturntable.

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

Closing the doorClose the door and touch "Start" againto resume an interrupted cookingprogramme.

Starting a programmeUse the appropriate selector to choosethe microwave power level and thecooking duration.

Use the power selector to select amicrowave power level.

and the microwave power level willlight up in the display. 00:00 will flashfor entering the minutes.

There is a choice of 7 power levels.The higher the power level, the moremicrowaves reach the food.

When heating up food which cannot bestirred or turned during cooking, as witha plated meal, it is best to use a lowermicrowave power level.

This ensures the heat is distributedevenly. Heat for long enough to cookthe food properly.

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Set the required duration using thetime selector.

The duration selected is visible in thedisplay.

A duration of between 10 seconds and90 minutes can be set. Exception: If themaximum microwave power level hasbeen selected, a maximum cookingduration of only 15 minutes can be set.If you then continue to select full power,the power level may reduce to 600 W,and this is shown in the display(protection against overheating).

The duration required depends on:

– the initial temperature of the food.Food taken straight from therefrigerator takes longer to cook thanfood which has been kept at roomtemperature.

– the type and texture of the food.Fresh vegetables contain more waterand cook more quickly than storedvegetables.

– the frequency of stirring or turningthe food. Frequent stirring or turning heats thefood more evenly, and it is thereforeready in a shorter time.

– the amount of food.

As a general rule, allow approx. timeand a half for double the quantity

and for a smaller quantity, possiblyshorten the duration.

– the shape and material of thecontainer.

Touch "Start" to start the programme.

The interior lighting comes on.

A programme can only be started if thedoor is closed.

"door" message

The "door" message in the display is areminder that the appliance should notbe used without food inside it.

Operating the appliance without foodcan damage the appliance.

If the Start button is pressed withoutthe door having first been opened, theword door appears in the display. If thedoor has been closed for 20 minutes orlonger when the Start button is pressed,the word door will appear in the displayto remind you to open the door andmake sure there is food in the ovenbefore you press Start. You cannot starta process until you do this.

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Interrupting or re-starting aprogrammeAt any time you can . . .. . interrupt a programme:

Touch , or open the appliance door.

The duration stops counting down.

. . continue a programme:

Close the door and touch "Start".

The programme will continue.

Altering settingsIf you discover after starting aprogramme that . . . . .

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

select a new level.

. . . . . the duration set is too short ortoo long, you can

interrupt the programme (touch ),use the time selector to set a newduration and continue the programmeby touching "Start",

or alternatively:

use the time selector to change theduration and continue the programmeby touching "Start",

or alternatively:

the cooking duration can beincreased by touching "Start" duringoperation. Each time "Start" istouched, the cooking duration isincreased by another minute.(Exception: the cooking duration isincreased in increments of30 seconds when the maximummicrowave power level is beingused).

Cancelling a programme Touch , or open the appliance door.

The duration stops counting down.

Touch .

At the end of a programmeAn audible tone will sound when thecooking programme is complete. Theinterior lighting goes off.

The audible tone is repeated severaltimes. The audible tone will soundbriefly as a reminder at regular intervalsafter the end of the programme. Youcan deactivate this function (see"Changing settings").

If you want to stop the audible tone,touch .

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Automatic keeping-warmfunctionThe keeping warm function will switchon automatically after the end of acooking programme which has used atleast 450 W, providing the door remainsclosed and no buttons are pressed.After approx. 2 minutes the keepingwarm function will switch on at 80 W fora maximum period of 15 minutes.

, 80 W and H:H will light up in thedisplay.

Opening the door or operating one ofthe buttons or selectors while thekeeping warm function is in progresscancels the function.

The keeping warm function cannot beset separately.

You can deactivate this function (see"Changing settings").

Quick start (programmable)Pressing the Start/ button issufficient to set the appliance operatingon maximum power. Three set times are stored in thememory:

30 s: press Start / 1 x

1 min: press Start / 2 x

2 min: press Start / 3 x

Pressing Start / four times insuccession will bring back the firststored duration and so on.

The cooking duration can be increasedby pressing "Start" during operation;each time "Start" is pressed, thecooking duration is increased byanother 30 seconds.

Programming durations

Set durations can be altered.

Use the Start / button to select theduration you want to re-programme(press once, twice or three times) andhold the Start / button pressed in.

Alter the duration with the timeselector (to max 15 minutes).

The altered programme runs when youtake your finger off the Start / button.

An interruption to the power supplywill cancel any altered programmeddurations, and they will need to beentered again.

System lockThe system lock prevents the appliancebeing used by children, for example.

Activating the system lock

Touch .

and appear in the display and the symbol flashes.

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Turn the rotary selector anti-clockwise until appears in thedisplay.

and appear in the display andthe symbol flashes.

Confirm with OK.

will light up in the display, and will flash.

Turn the rotary selector anti-clockwise until appears in thedisplay.

will light up in the display, and willflash.

Confirm with OK.


After a few seconds the displaychanges to the time of day and the symbol.Almost all functions are now locked.Only the minute minder can be usedwhen the system lock is activated (see"Minute minder").

After an interruption to the mainspower supply, the system lock willneed to re-activated.

Cancelling the system lock

To cancel the system lock, touch OKfor a few seconds until an audibletone sounds.

The symbol will go out.

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Using the minute minderThe minute minder can be used to timeany activity in the kitchen, e.g. boilingeggs. The time set counts down in onesecond steps.

Touch .

00:00 flashes and the symbol lightsup in the display.

Use the time selector to set theminute minder time you require.

Touch "Start" to start the minuteminder.

The minute minder time will start itselfafter a few seconds if the Start button isnot pressed.

At the end of the minute minder time,an audible tone sounds, 0:00 appearsand the symbol flashes.

Touch the sensor once. The symbol will go out and the time ofday will appear again.

Otherwise, the audible signal isrepeated several times more, until thetime counts upwards in seconds toshow that the minute minder time sethas already expired.

Altering a minute minder entry

Touch .

The current minute minder time isstopped.

Alter the minute minder time with thetime selector.

Touch Start / to continue.

Minute minder + cooking function

The minute minder can be used at thesame time as a cooking function, andcounts down in the background.

Touch during the cookingprogramme.


Use the time selector to set theminute minder time you require.

Wait a few seconds and the minuteminder set will begin to count down.

A few seconds later, the display willchange again to show the cookingduration counting down. The minuteminder time counting down in thebackground is represented by theilluminated symbol.

Do not touch "Start" in this instance tostart the minute minder, as touching"Start" would also increase the cookingduration by a minute.

To find out the minute minder timeremaining

Touch .

The minute minder time still remainingwill show in the display.

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The grill has four settings: grill solo andthree combination settings where thegrill is used with one of three microwavepower levels.

If the total grilling duration required isless than 15 minutes, the grill should bepre-heated for approx. 5 minutes beforeplacing food under it.

Thin, flat cuts of fish and meat shouldusually be turned half way throughgrilling for even results. Larger, chunkierpieces should be turned several times.

Grilling durations depend on the typeand thickness of the food and on theuser's preference for a rare or well-cooked result.

When grilling directly on the rack, aheat-resistant, microwave safecontainer should be placed underneaththe rack to catch any fat or juices.

The gourmet plate supplied is notsuitable for catching fat.It could overheat when empty. Thiswould damage the coating.The glass tray available from Mieleas an optional extra is ideal for this.

Place the food in a suitable dish.

Place the rack and a heat-resistant,microwave safe container or the glasstray or the container with the food tobe cooked on the turntable.

The rack and container (andglass tray) become hot during use.Danger of burning.Wear protective gloves whenremoving dishes from the oven.

The container (and glass tray) and grillrack will be easier to clean if washed insoapy water immediately after grilling.

The area on the ceiling around the grillbecomes discoloured over time. This isan unavoidable consequence of use,and does not impair the function of theappliance in any way.

Grilling without the MicrowavefunctionIdeal for grilling thin cuts of meat, e.g.steak or sausages.

Turn the power selector to .


Select a cooking duration using thetime selector.

Touch Start.

An audible tone will sound when thecooking programme is complete.

To change a cooking duration

The cooking duration entered can bechanged during operation if required.Interrupt the process by pressing the button, and change the duration. Tocontinue, press the Start button. Thecooking duration can also be extended

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during operation by pressing the Startbutton once for each minute you wishto extend the cooking duration by.

Combination mode -Microwave + GrillThis function is very good for bakingand browning. The microwave cooksthe food, and the grill browns it.

The grill can be combined with one ofthree different microwave power levels:150, 300 and 450 W. It is possibleduring the cooking process to switchbetween the different power levelswithout interrupting the programme.

Use the power selector to select or as you require.

The symbol, the microwave powerlevel and the grill symbol will lightup in the display. 00:00 will flash.

Select a cooking duration using thetime selector.

Touch Start.

An audible tone will sound when thecooking programme is complete.

To change a cooking duration

The cooking duration entered can bechanged during operation if required.Interrupt the process by pressing the

button, and change the duration. Tocontinue, press the Start button. Thecooking duration can also be extendedduring operation by pressing the Startbutton once for each minute you wishto extend the cooking duration by.

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Use

The gourmet plate getsextremely hot when in use.Always use oven gloves whenhandling it to avoid burns. Place it ona suitable heat-resistant mat or potrest.

Before using for the first time

Before using the gourmet plate for thefirst time, fill it with 400 ml water andadd 3 to 4 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.Heat for 5 minutes at 450 W + Grill .

The gourmet plate has an easy-to-cleananti-stick coating so that food can beremoved easily.

The coating is susceptible to cutsand scratches.Metallic or sharp objects candamage the non-stick coating.Therefore do not cut food up directlyon the plate.Use wooden or plastic utensils tomix or turn food.

Searing / browning food

Oils and fats can ignite if allowedto overheat.Fire hazard.Never leave the applianceunattended when cooking with oil orfats.

Only very little fat or oil is necessarywhen cooking with this dish. This isbecause food does not stick to thenon-stick coating. This has the addedadvantage of keeping down thecalorie count.

When using the gourmet plate, makesure that the food is ready to transferto the gourmet plate as soon as it hasheated up.

Place the gourmet plate directly onthe turntable.

Sparking can damage the gourmetplate and the oven interior.Do not place the gourmet plate onthe rack. Make sure there is a gap ofapprox. 2 cm between the gourmetplate and the interior walls of themicrowave oven so that sparkingcannot occur.

Heat the plate up at 450 W + Grill for up to max. 5 minutes.

Do not overheat the empty gourmetplate.This would damage the coating.For this reason do not place thegourmet plate under the rack tocatch the fat when grilling.

If using oil, you can either heat up theoil on the gourmet plate, or you canheat the oil separately and then add itto the plate. Butter, however, should always beadded after heating up the gourmetplate. It has a lower burning point thanoil and would get too dark or burn ifadded too soon. Always dry meat, poultry, fish andvegetables thoroughly before placingthem on the gourmet plate.

Eggs can explode.Do not use the gourmet plate tocook eggs or reheat cooked eggs.

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Examples of use:Pre-heat the gourmet plate directly onthe turntable for up to max. 5 minutesat 450 W + Grill .

– Fish fingers (frozen), 150 g + 2 tbspoil , 3 – 4 minutes each side

– Hamburgers, 2 burgers + 2 tbspoil , 3 – 4 minutes each side

– Croquette potatoes (frozen), 10 –12 pieces + 2 tbsp oil , 6 –8 minutes, turning halfway through

– Fillet steak, approx. 200 g ,5 minutes each side (according totaste)

– Pizza (frozen), 300 g, , 7 –9 minutes

– Pizza (fresh), without pre-heating ,15 minutes approx. (depending ontopping)

RecipesPreparation times given are the totaltime required for preparation andcooking. Standing time or time formarinating food is quoted in addition topreparation time.

Croque monsieur (serves 3)Preparation time: 10 – 15 minutes-

Ingredients6 slices of white bread30 g soft butter75 g Emmental cheese, grated3 slices of ham

Method

Butter the bread. Add the cheese tothree of the bread slices in equalamounts and arrange a slice of ham ontop of each. Place the remaining threeslices of bread on top of the ham withthe buttered side face down. Pre-heatthe gourmet plate using 450 W + Grillfor approx. 5 minutes, then place thebread on it. Place on the turntable andcook using 450 W + Grill for approx.3 minutes each side until golden. Other fillings could include drained tunafish with finely sliced onion rings, orpineapple, cheese and ham.

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Vegetable medley (serves 3)Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes-

Ingredients2 onions2 tbsp oil100 g oyster mushrooms or buttonmushrooms, cleaned150 g sliced carrots100 g broccoli florets1 red pepper or 100 g frozen slicedpeppers1 tomatoSalt and pepper30 g grated Parmesan cheese

Method

Slice the onions into fine rings. Halve,quarter and deseed the pepper, andthen cut into strips. Dice the tomato.Place the gourmet plate on theturntable and pre-heat it using 450 W +Grill for approx. 5 minutes. Add oil andonion rings. Place gourmet plate backon the turntable and cook using 450 W+ Grill for approx. 2 minutes. Add themushrooms, carrots, broccoli, slicedpepper, diced tomato and seasoning.Mix well. Cook using 450 Watt + Grillfor approx. 6 minutes. Turn out andsprinkle with Parmesan cheese beforeserving.

Home-made potato rösti(serves 2)Preparation time: 25 – 30 minutes-

Ingredients400 g peeled potatoes2 small onions50 g Emmental cheese, gratedSalt and pepper20 g butter

Method

Coarsely grate the potato and onion,and mix with the cheese, salt andpepper. Place the gourmet plate on theturntable and pre-heat it using 450 W +Grill for approx. 5 minutes. Melt thebutter on the hot gourmet plate. Addthe potato mixture and press it into thegourmet plate. Place the gourmet plateon the turntable and cook using 450 W+ Grill for approx. 8 minutes. Turn over,and cook for a further 4 minutes untilgolden. Garnish with smoked salmon or stripsof ham.

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Pork fillets (serves 2)Preparation time: 15 – 20 minutes-

Ingredients1 pork tenderloin (approx. 400 g)4 rashers of streaky baconSalt and pepper10 g butter200 g sliced button mushrooms200 ml double cream2 tbsp brandy

Method

Cut the pork tenderloin into four pieces.Season each piece with salt andpepper, and wrap in a rasher of streakybacon. Secure with a cocktail stick ifnecessary. Place the gourmet plate onthe turntable and pre-heat it using450 W + Grill for approx. 5 minutes.Add the butter to the plate, and placethe meat on top. Place on the turntableand cook using 450 W + Grill forapprox. 3 minutes each side. Transferthe meat to a serving dish, cover andkeep warm. Add the mushrooms, creamand brandy to the meat juices and heaton maximum power for approx.4 minutes. Serve with the meat.

Pork fillet in a Roquefort saucePreparation time: 10 – 12 minutes-

Method

Cut 1 pork tenderloin into four pieces.Place on the pre-heated gourmet plateand cook using 450 W + Grill forapprox. 4 minutes. Add 50 ml whitewine, 125 ml double cream, 2 tbsp roux(made from 1 tbsp each of flour andmelted butter) and 150 g Roquefortcheese. Stir the sauce until smooth,and cook for a further 3 minutes.

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Curried chicken (serves 3)Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes-

Ingredients600 g chicken or turkey breast fillets2 tbsp oil2 tbsp white wine2 tbsp apple juice1 tbsp lemon juiceSalt and freshly ground black pepper1 tsp curry powder1 pinch rosemary, ground1 pinch ginger, ground1 pinch cayenne pepper1/2 tsp Tabasco20 g butter

Method

Dice the meat into 2 x 2 cm pieces.Combine the rest of the ingredientsapart from the butter, and pour over themeat. Mix well, and leave to stand forapprox. 30 minutes. Place the gourmetplate on the turntable, Pre-heat it using450 Watt + Grill for approx. 5 minutes.Add the butter to the pre-heated plate,then add the slightly drained meat.Place the gourmet plate on theturntable and cook using 450 W + Grillfor approx. 4 minutes, turn and cook fora further 4 minutes on the same setting.Drain surplus liquid from the meat ifnecessary so that it browns well.

Fisherman's salmon (serves 2)Preparation time: 5 – 10 minutes-

Ingredients2 salmon fillets (approx. 150 g each)1 tbsp lemon juiceSalt, white pepper

Method

Drizzle the salmon with the lemon juice,and leave to stand for approx.10 minutes. Place the gourmet plate onthe turntable and pre-heat using 450 W+ Grill for approx. 5 minutes. Pat thefish dry with kitchen paper, and placeon the gourmet plate, pressing it downslightly. Place on the turntable and cookusing 450 W + Grill for approx. 11/2 –2 minutes each side. Serve with rice, hollandaise sauce ormelted butter and a fresh green salad.

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Pineapple cakePreparation time: 20 – 25 minutes-

Base2 eggs80 g caster sugar1.5 ripe bananas30 g grated chocolate100 g flour3/4 tsp baking powder

Topping1 tin of pineapple chunks (drainedweight 240 g)1.5 tbsp brown sugar1.5 tbsp desiccated coconut

Method

Beat together the eggs and sugar untilfluffy. Mash the bananas with a fork andadd to the egg mixture. Sift together theflour and the baking powder, stir in thegrated chocolate and fold into themixture. Spread the mixture into thegourmet plate. Scatter the drainedpineapple over the mixture and sprinkleover the sugar and desiccated coconut.Place the gourmet plate on theturntable. Cook using 450 Watt + Grillfor approx. 10 minutes until golden. Cutinto 8 slices.

Quick almond tartPreparation time: 20 – 25 minutes-

Base100 g flour1/2 level tsp baking powder75 g butter or margarine30 g caster sugar

Topping75 g butter100 g chopped almonds1 tsp of bitter almond essence30 g caster sugar2 tsp of vanilla sugar75 ml double cream

Glaze50 g apricot jam

Method

Mix the flour, baking powder, butter andsugar, and knead to a smooth dough.Roll out the mixture into the gourmetplate and build up the edges to 1 cm.Place the gourmet plate on theturntable and pre-heat using 450 W +Grill for approx. 4 minutes. For thetopping, melt the butter in a pan on thehob, stir in the rest of the ingredientsand simmer for approx. 5 minutes.Whilst still hot, spoon the almondmixture over the base. Place thegourmet plate on the turntable andbake using 450 W + Grill for approx.5 minutes until golden. When cool,spread with apricot jam. Cut into 8slices.

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All of the automatic programmes areweight dependent.

The weight of the food can bedisplayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb)(see "Changing settings").

After selecting a programme, enter theweight of the food. The applianceautomatically calculates the durationaccording to the weight entered.

After cooking, allow the food to stand atroom temperature for the suggestednumber of minutes ("standing time") toallow the heat to be distributed evenlythrough the food.

Automatic defrosting There are nine programmes fordefrosting different types of food. Thestanding time for programme Ad 5 is upto 30 minutes, depending on weight,and approx. 10 minutes for theremaining programmes.

Ad 1 Steak, chops 200 – 1500 g

Ad 2 Roast200– 2000 g

Ad 3 Minced meat200 – 1500 g

Ad 4 Chicken thighs200 – 1500 g

Ad 5 Chicken800 – 4000 g

Ad 6 Fish fillet150 – 1500 g

Ad 7 Whole fish150 – 1500 g

Ad 8 Cakes100 – 1400 g

Ad 9 Bread100 – 1500 g This programme is particularly suitablefor defrosting frozen sliced bread. Ifpossible, place single slices in theappliance, or separate the slices whenthe buzzer sounds.

Automatic cookingThere are four programmes for frozenfood and ten programmes for freshfood.

The standing time for each of theseprogrammes is approx. 2 minutes.

The cover can withstandtemperatures of up to 110 °C.At higher temperatures the plasticcan distort and fuse with the food.The cover supplied must only beused with Microwave Solo mode. Onno account must the cover be used ifthe grill is switched on, which can berecognised by the grill symbol inthe display when selecting theprogramme (with Ac 3, 4, 8, 9, 10,11, 13 and 14).

Cooking food from frozen

Ac 1 Vegetables50 – 2000 g

Ac 2 Ready meals which can bestirred300 – 1000 g

Ac 3 Bakes / gratin200 – 1200 g

Ac 4 French fries200 – 750 g


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Cooking fresh food

Ac 5 Vegetables50 – 2000 g

Ac 6 Potatoes100 – 1500 g

Ac 7 Rice50 – 500 g

Ac 8 Bakes / gratin250 – 2000 g

Ac 9 Kebabs200 – 1600 g

Ac 10 Chicken thighs200 – 1500 g

Ac 11 Whole chicken800 – 1800 g

Ac 12 Fish fillet in sauce400 – 2000 g

Ac 13 Fish pie250 – 1500 g

Ac 14 Whole fish150 – 1500 g

Turn the power selector to .

The symbol for the first availableautomatic programme will appear in thedisplay: The microwave powersymbol and light up, thedefrost symbol flashes.

Turn the rotary selector until theautomatic programme you wantappears in the display: e.g. the programme for grilled chicken .

Touch OK.

Either g or lb flash in the display as aprompt to enter the weight, and thefunction symbols ( for microwavepower and for grill) as well as and/or light up, depending on whichgroup the selected automaticprogramme belongs to.The minimum weight for the selectedautomatic programme also continues toshow in the display.

Use the rotary selector to alter theweight.

Touch OK.

The duration corresponding to theweight set appears in the display andthe start symbol flashes.

Touch Start.

The duration will begin to count down,and the symbols for the functions thatare currently in use will light up (and/or ) as well as and/or .

An audible tone will sound halfwaythrough the cooking duration.


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Interrupt the programme to turn or stirthe food, and then continue theprogramme.

The programmed duration can, ifnecessary, be extended by a fewminutes during operation by touchingStart repeatedly until the time requiredshows in the display. In allprogrammes it is only possible toextend the time by a few minutes.

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

Popcorn This automatic programme is suitablefor making microwave popcorn.

Microwave popcorn is commerciallyavailable in packets of various sizes.This programme is designed for apacket size of approx. 100 g. Theduration for this programme can bealtered within a certain interval to suitdifferent packet sizes (see "Changingsettings"). The duration cannot, however, bealtered whilst the programme is running.

The programme is not suitable formaking popcorn from kernels.Only use this automatic programmefor popcorn which is specificallylabelled as microwave popcorn.

Place the packet on the turntableaccording to the instructions on thepackaging.

Make sure that the packet hasenough room to expand. If it comesinto contact with the wall of the oveninterior and gets stuck there, a heatbuild-up may occur.Ensure that the packet can inflateunhindered.

Touch .

The programme will start after a shorttime. It will start immediately if Start istouched. You will soon hear the first kernelspopping.

Stop the programme before the end ifthe popping noises becomeinfrequent. Follow the instructions onthe packaging.

The packet is very hot.Take care when removing it.

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Below are some recipe suggestions forthe Automatic programmes using the"Cooking fresh food " function .These can be adapted to suit yourrequirements.

If the weight guidelines areexceeded, the food will not cooksufficiently.It is important to follow the weightguidelines for the programmeconcerned.

Ac 5 Vegetables

Method

Place the prepared vegetables in acontainer. Add 3 - 4 tbsp water and alittle salt or other seasoning, dependingon freshness and moisture content.Enter the weight including that of thewater, place the covered cookingcontainer on the turntable and cook.About halfway through the cookingduration, an audible tone will sound toprompt you to turn or stir the food.

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

Carrots in a chervil creamsauce (serves 2)Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes-

Ingredients350 g carrots, cleaned5 g butter50 ml vegetable stock (instant)75 ml crème fraîche1 tbsp white wineSalt and pepper1 pinch of sugar1/2 tsp mustard1-2 tbsp chervil, fresh, chopped or1 tbsp chervil, dried and groundApprox. 1 tbsp cornflour

Method

Peel carrots, then cut into batons orslice (approx. 3 – 4 mm thick). Combinethe rest of the ingredients, and pourover the carrots. Cover and cook. Stirwhen the audible tone sounds.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 5 Weight: 525 gShelf level: Turntable


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Ac 6 PotatoesThis programme can be used to cookpeeled, new and bouillon potatoes.-

Method

Enter the weight for the potatoes andthe cooking liquid.

For peeled potatoes, peel, wash anddrain the potatoes and place them in acooking container. Season with a littlesalt, cover and cook.

When cooking potatoes, add approx. 1tbsp water per potato. If cooking thepotatoes in their skins, pierce the skinsseveral times with a fork or skewerbefore cooking, then cover thecontainer and cook.

Golden curried potatoes(serves 3)Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes-

Ingredients500 g peeled potatoes1 onion, finely diced10 g butter1 – 2 tbsp curry powder250 ml vegetable stock (instant)50 ml double cream125 g peas (frozen)Salt and pepper

Method

Coarsely dice the potatoes (approx.3 x 3 cm) or use small potatoes. Mixtogether all the ingredients in a suitablylarge dish. Cover and cook. Stir whenthe audible tone sounds then continuecooking.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 6 Weight: 800 gShelf level: Turntable


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Ac 7 RiceUse this programme for cooking rice inthe microwave.-

Method

Enter the weight of the dry rice.

Add boiling water in the ratio of 1 partrice to 2 parts water.

Cook uncovered.

Ac 8 Gratins/Bakes:Vegetable gratin (serves 4)Preparation time: approx. 40 minutes-

Ingredients400 g cauliflower or broccoli400 g carrots

For the cheese sauce20 g margarine20 g flour300 ml vegetable stock (instant)200 ml milk100 g diced Emmental cheese50 g grated Gouda cheesePepper, salt, ground nutmeg1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method

Cut the cauliflower or broccoli intosmall florets, and thinly slice the carrots(approx. 3 mm thick). Place thevegetables in a baking dish (approx.24 cm in diameter), and mix well. Meltthe margarine in a pan on the hob, stirin the flour and then add the stock andmilk whilst continuing to stir. Stir in theEmmental cheese, and simmer until thecheese has melted. Season well withnutmeg, salt and pepper and add theparsley. Pour the sauce over thevegetables, and sprinkle over the gratedGouda cheese. Bake in the ovenuncovered.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 8 Weight: 1500 gShelf level: Turntable


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Potato cheese gratin (serves 4)Preparation time: 25 – 30 minutes-

Ingredients500 g potatoes, peeled250 ml double cream125 ml crème fraîche150 g grated Gouda cheese1 clove of garlicSalt, black pepper, nutmegButter

Method

Slice the potatoes finely, mix withapprox. 2/3 of the cheese, and place inthe base of a greased baking dish(approx. 24 cm in diameter) with thegarlic. Mix together the cream andcrème fraîche, season with salt, pepperand nutmeg and pour over the potatoand cheese mixture. Sprinkle with therest of the cheese and bake uncovered.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 8 Weight: 1050 gShelf level: Turntable

Ac 9 Pork kebabs (makes8 kebabs)Preparation time: approx. 25 – 35minutes + 1 hour standing time-

Ingredients1 fillet of pork (approx. 300 g)1 red pepper2 onions

For the marinade8 tbsp oilSalt, pepper, paprika and chilli powder8 wooden skewers

Method

Cut the pork fillet into 16 cubes. Washthe pepper and cut into bite-sizedpieces. Cut the onions into eight pieces.Place the meat, pepper and onionpieces alternately on the skewers. Mixtogether the ingredients for themarinade and brush the kebabs withthe mixture. Allow to marinate forapprox. an hour. Lay the kebabs on alightly oiled grill rack, brush with butterand place in the oven together with aheat-resistant, microwave safe dish.Turn halfway through grilling when theaudible tone sounds.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 9 Weight: approx. 100 g per kebabShelf level: Rack and dish on turntable


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Chicken kebabs (makes8 kebabs)Preparation time: approx. 25 – 35minutes + 1 hour standing time-

Ingredients4 chicken breasts each approx. 120 g4 tinned pineapple rings16 tinned apricot halves

For the marinade4 tbsp oil4 tbsp sesame oilSalt and pepper1/2 tsp paprika1/2 tsp curry powderA little chilli powderGround ginger or coriander, if desired

8 wooden skewers

Method

Cut each chicken breast into 4 pieces.Cut the pineapple slices into quarters.Drain the tinned apricot halves well. Mixall ingredients for the marinadethoroughly.

Arrange the chicken pieces, pineappleand apricots alternately on the woodenskewers, brush with the marinade andset aside for 1 hour. Put the kebabs onthe grilling rack and place in the oventogether with a heat-resistant,microwave safe dish. Turn halfwaythrough grilling when the audible tonesounds.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 9 Weight: approx. 100 g per kebabShelf level: Rack and dish on turntable

Ac 10 Chicken drumsticks

Method

Brush the drumsticks with melted butteror oil, and season. Place on the grillrack in the oven together with a heat-resistant, microwave safe dish. Halfwaythrough cooking when an audible tonesounds, turn the drumsticks over andcontinue to cook.

Ac 11 Whole chicken

Method

Cut the chicken in half. Brush withmelted butter or oil, and season. Thenplace the chicken halves on the grillrack in the oven with the cut side facingupwards together with a heat-resistant,microwave safe dish. Halfway throughcooking when an audible tone sounds,turn the chicken halves over andcontinue to cook.

Re. Ac 10 and Ac 11

Method

For a good colour and flavour whengrilling chicken, sprinkle with a mixtureof paprika and curry powder. Thespices will give the skin an appetisinggolden colour as well as enhancing theflavour.


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Ac 12 Fish fillet in sauce:Fish curry (serves 4)Preparation time: 35 – 45 minutes-

Ingredients300 g pineapple chunks1 red pepper1 small banana500 g firm white fish3 tbsp lemon juice30 g butter100 ml white wine100 ml pineapple juiceSalt, sugar and chilli powder2 tbsp cornflour

Method

Dice the fish and place in a suitablecontainer. Drizzle with lemon juice.Quarter the peppers, remove the seedsand pith, and cut into narrow strips.Peel and slice the banana. Add to thefish together with the pepper andpineapple pieces and mix well. Add thebutter. Mix together the wine, juice,seasoning and cornflour to make asmooth sauce and pour over the fish.Mix everything thoroughly, then coverand cook.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 12 Weight: approx. 1200 gShelf level: Turntable

Ac 13 Fish bake: Crispyfish pie (serves 2)Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes-

Ingredients400 g filleted white fish, e.g. cod3 tbsp lemon juiceSalt, white pepper50 g butter2 tsp mustard1 onion, finely diced40 g grated Gouda cheese20 g breadcrumbs2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Method

Drizzle the fish filet with the lemon juice,and leave to stand for approx. 10minutes. Grease a flat oven dish with alittle butter. Pat the fish dry, season withsalt and pepper and place in the dish.Mix the melted butter (450 W, 40 –50 sec.) with the mustard, onions,Gouda cheese, breadcrumbs and dilland brush onto the fish. Bake untilgolden.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 13 Weight: approx. 600 gShelf level: Turntable


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Rosefish and tomato gratin(serves 4)Preparation time: 35 – 45 minutes-

Ingredients500 g filleted rosefish or other whitefish, e.g. cod2 tbsp lemon juice500 g tomatoesHerbs, seasoning salt2 tsp ground oregano150 g grated Gouda cheese

Method

Cut the fish into pieces, drizzle withlemon juice and leave to stand forapprox. 10 minutes. Dice the tomatoes,and place in a baking dish with the fishand half of the cheese. Seasongenerously with herb salt and oregano,and mix well. Sprinkle with the rest ofthe cheese and bake uncovered.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 13 Weight: approx. 1150 gShelf level: Turntable

Ac 14 Fish: Grilled trout(serves 4)Preparation time: 25 – 30 minutes-

Ingredients4 trout, 250 g each4 – 8 tbsp chopped parsleySalt, pepper, lemon juiceflakes of butter

Method

Clean the trout, season inside and outand stuff with herbs. Lay the trout on alightly oiled grill rack, brush with butterand place in the oven together with aheat-resistant, microwave safe dish.-Setting: Cooking fresh food Ac 14 Weight: approx. 1000 gShelf level: Rack and dish on turntable

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You have the option of saving onefavourite programme to memory. Thisprogramme can be used for your mostfrequently cooked recipe. Theprogramme can have up to 3 stages(e.g.: 1 minute at 600 W, followed by2 minutes grill and finally 3 minutes at150 W with grill).

Programming(The example given is for a three-stageprogramme)

Turn the power level selector to the12 o'clock position.

Touch M.

1 will flash in the display.

Select the function and duration forthe first stage.

Touch OK.

Then select the second function andduration.

Confirm with OK.

Now select the third function andduration and then touch OK. TouchOK.

When you have finishedprogramming, turn the power selectorto the 12 o'clock position.

You can then scroll through your entriesand check them using the rotaryselector.

Start the programme to save theentry. Only ever run the entireprogramme with food in theappliance.

If there is no food in theappliance, touch as soon as youhave started the programme so thatthe appliance will not get damagedby having no food in it.

1- and 2-stage programmes can besaved in the same way. Theprogramming process is finished whenthe power selector is in the 12 o'clockposition and the programme has beenstarted.

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To access your favourite programme

Turn the programme selector to the12 o'clock position.

Touch M.

Turn the rotary selector to view theindividual programme steps.

Touch Start.

In the event of a power cut, thefavourite programme is no longersaved and must be re-entered.

To change an entry

Entering a new programme overridesthe previously saved programme.

Turn the programme selector to the12 o'clock position.

Touch M.

The first step appears in the display.

Touch OK to alter the first step.

1 will flash in the display.

Enter the new programme sequenceas described above.

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Some of the standard settings for theappliance (which are set at the factory)have an alternative which you canselect if required.

Please consult the chart for the differentoptions.The factory settings are marked with astar* on the chart.

To change a setting, proceed asfollows:

Touch .


Touch OK.

will appear in the display.

Use the rotary selector to select thesetting you wish to change ( to and ). Turn it until the settingrequired shows in the display.

Touch "OK" to call up the setting.

The currently valid status appears in thedisplay, e.g. etc.

Turn the rotary selector if you wish tochange the status (see chart), andconfirm your entry by touching OK(for and , touch OK for approx.4 seconds).

The change to the setting is then storedin memory. will appear in the displayagain together with the number for thesetting.

The other settings can be changed inthe same way.

Touch if you have not changed onesetting and wish to switch to another.

Touch if you do not want tochange any more settings.

The altered settings are retained aftera power cut.

If there is too long a pause before thenext entry, the time of day reappears inthe display. If this happens, repeat yourentries.

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Setting Settings available (* factory default)

Time of day display * If the appliance is not used for a while, thetime display is switched off but the clockcontinues to operate in the background. Theappliance is also switched off and must beswitched on again before it can be used.

The time of day display is switched on andremains visible. The appliance is ready foroperation.

Buzzervolume

Buzzer is deactivated.

— , *

Buzzer is activated. You can adjust thevolume. When you select a status, you willhear the corresponding buzzer.

Keypad tone Keypad tone is deactivated.

* Keypad tone is activated.

Clock display 24 h * 24 hour display is activated.

12 h 12 hour display is activated.

Reminder tone Reminder tone is deactivated.

* The reminder tone sounds briefly every 5minutes in the first few minutes after the endof the programme.

Unit of weight * Food weight is displayed in grammes (g).

Food weight is displayed in pounds (lb).

Display brightness — , *

Different levels of brightness can be set. Thebrightness assigned to a status will appearwhen the status is selected.

Demo mode (fordealer showroomuse only)

* Demo mode is deactivated.

Demo mode is activated. When a button orselector is operated, shows briefly inthe display. The appliance cannot beoperated.

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Setting Settings available (* factory default)

Automatic keeping-warm function

The automatic keeping warm function isdeactivated.

* The automatic keeping warm function isactivated.

"door" message The "door" message does not appear.

* The "door" message appears if the door hasnot been opened for about 20 minutes. Startis then blocked.

Popcorn 2:30 2:40 2:50

3:20*

3:50

The maximum duration for this programmecan be altered between these values.

Factory defaultsettings

Factory default settings have been changed.

* Factory default settings have been restored,or have not been changed.

Reheating

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Select the following microwave powerlevels to reheat food:

Beverages 900 W

Food 600 W

Food for babies andchildren

450 W

Food for babies and childrenmust not be too hot.We do not recommend heating orreheating food or drinks for babies oryoung children in the microwaveoven. Any decision to do this is theresponsibility of the user, and shouldonly be done with the utmost care.Pasteurised or sterilised cooked foodshould be gently heated for 1/2 to1 minute at 450 W, and tasted tomake sure it is not too hot for ababy's palate before serving. Whenreheating other food or drink, heat toa high temperature and allow to coolto a suitable heat for eating. Forformula milk follow themanufacturer's instructions.

Tips on reheatingAlways use a lid or cover for reheatingfood, except when a drier finish isneeded, e.g. breaded poultry/meat.

Never reheat sealed jars. Remove the lid from baby food jars.

With baby bottles, the screw top andteat must be taken off.

Flash boiling can be avoided bystirring liquids before heating them.After heating, wait at least20 seconds before removing thecontainer from the oven. In addition,during heating a glass rod or similaritem, if available, can be placed inthe container.

Never reheat hard boiled eggs usingMicrowave Solo mode, even withoutthe shell. The eggs can explode.

Food taken straight from the refrigeratortakes longer to cook than food whichhas been kept at room temperature.The time required depends on thenature of the food, its initial temperatureand the amount to be cooked.

Always ensure that food issufficiently cooked or reheated.

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

Stir or turn food from time to timeduring cooking. Stir the food from theoutside towards the middle, as foodheats more quickly from the outside.

After reheating

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

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Although heat is not normally producedin the container itself by themicrowaves (apart from stoneware),heat transfer from the food to thecontainer may be considerable, makingthe container itself hot.

Allow food to stand for a few minutes atroom temperature at the end of areheating process. This enables theheat to spread evenly throughout thefood.

After reheating food, especiallyfood for babies and small children,stir the food or shake the containerand check that the temperature doesnot pose any danger. Double checkafter it has been left to stand.

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Place the food in a microwave safecontainer and cover it.

When cooking, it is a good idea toselect a power level of 900 W to startwith and then when the food is hotreduce the power level to 450 W formore gentle continued cooking.

For dishes such as rice or semolinapudding, first select a power level of900 W, and then reduce it to 150 W forsimmering.

Tips on cookingVegetable cooking durations depend onthe texture of the vegetable. Freshvegetables contain more water thanvegetables which have been stored,and usually cook more quickly. Add alittle water to vegetables which havebeen kept stored.

Food taken straight from the refrigeratortakes longer to cook than food whichhas been kept at room temperature.

Stir or turn food from time to timeduring cooking. This helps it cook moreevenly.

It is very important to make surethat food which goes off easily, suchas fish is cooked sufficiently. Ensure that this type of food iscooked for an appropriate length oftime.

Food with a thick skin or peel, suchas tomatoes, sausages, jacket potatoesand aubergines, should be pierced orthe skin cut in several places beforecooking to allow steam to escape andto prevent the food from bursting.

Eggs heated in their shells canburst, even after they have beentaken out of the oven.Eggs can only be cooked in theirshells in the microwave oven in aspecially designed egg-boilingdevice available from specialistshops.

If you cook eggs without theirshells using microwave power, theyolks could explode due to theresulting pressure.Eggs can be cooked without theirshells in the microwave oven only ifthe yolk membrane has beenpunctured several times first.

After cooking

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

Although heat is not normally producedin the container itself by themicrowaves (apart from stoneware),heat transfer from the food to thecontainer may be considerable, makingthe container itself hot.

Allow food to stand for a few minutes atroom temperature at the end ofcooking. This enables the heat tospread evenly throughout the food.

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Do not refreeze food once it hasthawed.Defrosted food should be used up asquickly as possible as food soonloses it nutritional value and goes off.Defrosted food may only be re-frozenafter it has been cooked.

Select the following microwave powerlevels for defrosting food:

– 80 Wfor defrosting very delicate food, e.g.cream, butter, gateau and cheese.

– 150 Wfor defrosting everything else.

Remove the food from its packagingand place in a microwave-proofcontainer. Defrost uncovered. Turn, stiror separate the food about halfwaythrough the defrosting time.

To defrost meat, unpack the frozenmeat and place it on an upturned platein a glass or porcelain container so thatthe meat juice can run off and becollected. Turn halfway throughdefrosting.

It is particularly important toobserve food hygiene rules whendefrosting poultry. Do not use theliquid from the defrosted poultry.Pour it away, and wash the tray, thesink and your hands. Risk of salmonella poisoning.

Fish does not need to be fully defrostedbefore cooking. Defrost until the food has started tothaw. The surface will then besufficiently thawed to take herbs andseasoning.

Defrosting and cookingDeep-frozen food can be defrosted andimmediately reheated or cooked.

First select 900 W followed by 450 W.

Remove the food from its packagingand place in a covered microwave-proof dish for defrosting and reheatingor cooking. Exception: Minced meatshould be left uncovered while cooking.

Food with a high water content such assoup, stew and vegetables should bestirred several times during the process.Carefully separate and turn slices ofmeat halfway through the programme.Turn pieces of fish at the halfway stage.

After defrosting and reheating orcooking allow the food to stand at roomtemperature for a few minutes to enablethe heat to spread evenly throughoutthe food.

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Food Quantity MWpower-(Watt)

Duration(in

minutes)

Notes

Melting butter/margarine

100 g 450 1:00 – 1:10 Do not cover

Meltingchocolate

100 g 450 3:00 – 3:30 Do not cover, stir halfwaythrough melting

Dissolvinggelatine

1 packet + 5 tbsp water

450 0:10 – 0:30 Do not cover, stir halfwaythrough dissolving

Preparing flantopping/jelly glaze

1 packet + 250 ml liquid

450 4 – 5 Do not cover, stir halfwaythrough heating

Yeast dough Starter doughmade with 100 g flour

80 3 – 5 Cover and leave to prove

Chocolatecoatedmarshmallows

20 g 600 0:10 – 0:20 Place on a plate, do notcover

Steeping oilfor saladdressing

125 ml 150 1 – 2 Heat uncovered on a gentleheat

Temperingcitrus fruits

150 g 150 1 – 2 Place on a plate, do notcover

Cookingbacon

100 g 900 2 – 2:30 Place on kitchen paper, donot cover

Softening icecream

500 g 150 1 – 3 Place open container in theappliance

Skinning tomatoes

Qty 3 450 6 – 7 Cut a cross into the top ofeach tomato, cover, andheat in a little water. Theskins will slip off easily. Takecare, as the tomatoes mayget very hot.

Strawberryjam

300 g strawberries, 300 g jam sugar

900 7 – 9 Mix the fruit and sugar in adeep container, cover andcook

Examples of use:

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Food Quantity MWpower-(Watt)

Duration(in

minutes)

Notes

Defrosting andbakingpart-bakedbread rolls

2 rolls 150 +Grill Grill

1 – 24 – 6

Place uncovered on therack, turning halfwaythrough

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

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Test food acc.to EN 60705

Microwavepower level(W) /Automaticprogramme

Dura-tion(min) /weight

Stand-ingtime*(min)

Notes

Custard, 1000 g

300 38 – 40 120 Container see Standard,dimensions at the upperrim (25 x 25 cm)

Sponge cake, 475 g

600 7 – 7:30 5 Container see Standard,external diameter at theupper rim 220 mm, cookuncovered

Minced meat, 900 g

600450

417

5 Container see Standard,dimensions at the upper rim250 mm x 124 mm, cookuncovered

Potato gratin,1100 g

Ac 8 1100 g 5 Container see Standard,external diameter at theupper rim 220 mm, cookuncovered

Chicken, 1200 g frozenweight

Ac 11 1200 g 2 Grill rack with a heat-resistant microwave safedish underneath, make surethe breast side facesdownwards, turn halfwaythrough cooking time

Defrost meat,(minced meat),500 g

300150

36:30

10 Container see standard, donot cover, turn halfwaythrough defrosting

Raspberries, 250 g

150 7 3 Container see Standard,cook uncovered

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

Cleaning and care

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Disconnect the microwave oven fromthe power supply before cleaning.

Under no circumstances should apressure cleaner be used to cleanthe microwave oven.The steam from a steam cleaningappliance could reach live electricalcomponents and cause a shortcircuit.

Oven interior and inside of thedoor

The oven interior can get hotduring use. Danger of burning!Waiting too long can make cleaningunnecessarily difficult and in somecases impossible.Stubborn soiling could damage themicrowave oven in certaincircumstances and could even bedangerous. Fire hazard.Clean the oven interior as soon as ithas cooled down.

The oven interior and door interior canbe cleaned using a damp cloth with alittle washing-up liquid or with a mildcleaning agent. Wipe dry with a softcloth.

For more heavy soiling, heat a glass ofwater for 2 or 3 minutes until the waterbegins to boil. The steam will collect onthe walls and soften the soiling. Theoven interior can now be wiped cleanusing a little washing-up liquid ifnecessary.

Do not remove the cover to themicrowave outlet inside the oven.

Do not let water or any object find itsway into or block the air vents in thedoor frame.Do not use too much water on thecloth or sponge and do not let wateror any other liquid find its way intoany openings.Do not use scouring agents. Thesewill scratch.

To neutralise odours in the microwaveoven, put a cup of water with somelemon juice in the appliance andsimmer for a few minutes.

The door should be kept clean at alltimes and checked at regular intervalsfor any signs of damage.

If any damage to the door isnoticed, the appliance should not beused until the fault has been rectifiedby a Miele authorised and trainedservice technician.

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To clean the interior:

Remove the turntable, and wash inthe dishwasher or by hand.

Always keep the roller ringunderneath it clean as well as theoven floor. Otherwise the turntablewill not turn smoothly.

Clean the surfaces between theturntable and the roller ring.

Do not turn the turntable and/orlocator manually, as this coulddamage the drive motor.

Appliance front

Do not let water or any object find itsway into or block the air vents in thedoor frame.

Soiling that is left too long mightbecome impossible to remove andcould cause the external surfaces toalter or discolour.Remove any soiling on the front ofthe appliance straight away.

Clean the front with a clean sponge anda solution of hot water and washing-upliquid. After cleaning, wipe dry using asoft cloth.A clean, damp microfibre cloth withoutcleaning agent can also be used.

All surfaces are susceptible toscratching.Scratches on glass can in somecircumstances lead to breakage.Contact with unsuitable cleaningagents can alter or discolour theexternal surfaces.Please observe the cleaninginstructions.

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

– cleaning agents containing soda,ammonia, acids or chlorides,

– cleaning agents containing descalingagents,

– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.powder cleaners and cream cleaners,

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– solvent-based cleaning agents,

– stainless steel cleaning agents,

– dishwasher cleaner,

– oven sprays,

– glass cleaning agents,

– hard, abrasive sponges and brushes,e.g. pot scourers,

– eraser blocks,

– sharp metal scrapers.

Accessories suppliedCover

Wash the cover after each use.The cover can be washed in adishwasher. However, discolourationcaused by natural dyes, e.g. fromcarrots, tomatoes or ketchup, mayoccur.This discolouration is irreversible butdoes not affect the stability of thecover.

Rack

Wash and dry the rack after each use. Itis dishwasher-proof. Remove stubbornsoiling with a stainless steel cleaner.

Gourmet plate

Clean the gourmet plate with hot waterand a cloth with a little washing-upliquid to remove any grease.

Do not use wire wool, or abrasivesponges, aggressive or abrasivecleaning agents.Do not clean the gourmet plate in adishwasher.

If the gourmet plate has been used tocook food with a strong aroma, you canneutralise any odours by adding somewater and lemon juice to the gourmetplate and heating it up in the microwaveoven using maximum power for a2-3 minutes. Rinse the gourmet plateafterwards with clean water.

Optional accessoriesGlass tray

The glass tray is dishwasher safe. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

Problem solving guide

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

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

What to do if . . .

Problem Cause and remedy

. . . a programme willnot start.

Check whether, the appliance door is closed properly. the system lock has been activated (see "System

lock"). "door" has appeared in the display. The door has

remained closed for 20 minutes or longer (see"door message").

the appliance is plugged into the mains supply andswitched on at the socket.

the mains fuse has tripped. If it has, there could bea fault with the appliance, the household electricitysupply or another appliance (disconnect theappliance from the mains supply and contact aqualified electrician or the Miele ServiceDepartment, see "After sales service").

. . . a noise can be heardafter a cookingprogramme.

This is not a fault! The cooling fan will continue to runfor a while after the oven has been switched off toprevent any humidity building up in the oven, on thecontrol panel or on the oven housing unit. It willswitch off automatically.

. . . the display does notlight up.

The time of day display has been switched off. Switch on the appliance using the On/Off

button .

. . . the turntable doesnot turn smoothly.

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

turntable. Check whether the surfaces between the turntable

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. . . food is notadequately defrosted,heated or cooked at theend of the selectedcooking duration.

The duration or power level were insufficient to cookthe food. Check whether the correct power level was

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

Check whether the programme has beeninterrupted and not restarted.

. . the microwavefunction is working butnot the oven lighting.

The lamp is faulty.You can then operate the appliance as normal, butnot the lighting.

Contact Miele Customer Service if you need toreplace the lighting.

. . . strange noises areheard when themicrowave oven isbeing used.

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

Sparks are being created by the use of crockery witha metallic finish. Please observe the information on suitable

containers.

. . . the time of day inthe display is notaccurate.

The time of day must be reset following aninterruption to the power supply. Set the correct time of day.

. . . food cools down tooquickly.

In the microwave oven, food begins to cook from theoutside first, the inside of the food relying on theslower conduction of heat.If food is cooked at a high power level, it is possiblethat the heat may not have reached the centre of thefood, so it is hot on the outside but cold in the centre.During standing time heat is transferred to the centreof the food. When reheating food with different densities, such

as plated meals, it is therefore sensible to select alower power level and lengthen the durationrequired.


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. . . the microwave ovenswitches itself offduring a cooking,reheating or defrostingprogramme.

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

Remove any obstruction.The appliance switches off automatically in cases ofoverheating. Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down

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

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Contact in case of malfunctionIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contactyour Miele Dealer or Miele Service.

Contact details for Miele are given atthe end of this booklet. N.B. A call-outfee will be charged for service visitswhere the problem could have beenresolved as described in theseinstructions.

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

This information can be found on thedata plate located on the front of theoven interior.

WarrantyThe appliance warranty is valid for 2years from date of purchase. In the UK,you must activate your cover by calling0330 160 6640 or registering online atwww.miele.co.uk.

For further information, please refer toyour warranty booklet.

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Before connecting the appliance,ensure that it has not been damagedin any way.Do not use a damaged appliance.

The microwave oven is supplied with amains cable with moulded plug forconnection to an a.c. single phase220-240 V 50 Hz mains supply.

The following fuse protection isnecessary: connection to an earthedsocket, protected by a 10 A circuitbreaker or a fused plug and socket. Seedata plate for fuse rating. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEEARTHED.

The electrical installation must be incompliance with current local andnational safety regulations. In the U.K. itmust comply with BS 7671.

Ensure that the plug and switchedsocket are accessible at all times.

If the appliance is hardwired or if theswitch is not accessible afterinstallation, an additional means ofdisconnection means must beprovided.

Switches with an all-pole contact gap ofat least 3 mm are suitable for isolatingthe appliance. These include circuitbreakers, fuses and protective devices(EN 60335).

This connection data can be found onthe data plate located on the front ofthe oven interior or on the back of theappliance. Please ensure these matchthe household mains supply.

If the connection cable is damaged, itmust be replaced by a Miele approvedservice technician.

This appliance complies with EuropeanStandard EN 55011. It is classified as aGroup 2, class B product. Group 2appliances use high frequency energyin the form of electro-magnetic wavesto create heat in food. Class B isassigned to appliances that are suitablefor domestic use.

The appliance must not be connectedto the inverter of an autonomous powersupply such as e.g.a solar powersystem. When the appliance isswitched on, power surges could resultin a safety switch-off. This coulddamage the electronic unit.The appliance must not be used withso-called energy saving deviceseither. These reduce the amount ofenergy supplied to the appliance,causing it to overheat.

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When building in the appliance,ensure that there is adequateventilation to the front of theappliance.Do not obstruct the air vents withany objects!

Lifting the microwave oven by thedoor handle could cause damage tothe door.Use the handle cut-outs on the sideof the housing to lift the appliance.

Building-in dimensions

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Carrying out installation

The appliance must be built in beforeit can be used.

Slide the appliance into the niche.Feed the cable with the plug throughthe back of the unit.

Align the appliance.

Open the appliance door and securethe appliance into the side walls ofthe furniture unit using the screwsprovided.

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K.E. & Kingstone Co., Ltd.6th Fl., No. 120, Sec. 2Jianguo N. Rd.Taipei, TaiwanTEL: +886 2 2502-7256FAX: +886 2 2502-3077E-mail: [email protected]:www.kenk.com.tw/ke/miele

Taiwan

ThailandBHIRAJ TOWER at EmQuartier43rd Floor Unit 4301-4303 689 Sukhumvit RoadNorth Klongton Sub-DistrictVadhana DistrictBangkok 10110, Thailand

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