MICROMAT 153 E Microwave Oven Operating Instructions PROGRAMME STOP AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http: // www.aeg.hausgeraete.
Dear customer, Thank you for buying an AEG microwave oven and putting your trust in the AEG brand name. Before using your AEG microwave oven for the first time, please read the instruction book thoroughly. This will enable you to take advantage of all the features that the appliance offers. It will also ensure trouble-free operation and minimize unnecessary service calls.
English Contents Important information Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging and old appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Instructions General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For trouble free and safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microwaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 6 General operating instructions Suitable ovenware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important information Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging materials and old appliances ¤ ) Packaging materials AEG microwave ovens require effective packaging to protect them during transportation. Only the minimum packaging necessary is used. Packaging materials (e.g. foil or styrofoam) can place children at risk. Danger of suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children. ¤ i ¤ ! ¤ ¤ ) ¤ ¤ ¤ ) ¤ All packaging materials used are environment friendly and can be recycled.
English Safety instructions ! General • The appliance should only be operated with the turntable and turntable support inserted. • Only suitable microwave ovenware should be used. • To protect the appliance against corrosion from moisture (condensation) in the cavity or on the door, wipe these areas dry after each use. • Do not leave the appliance unattended when warming or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper, or other flammable materials.
Safety instructions Microwaves ! ! • Whenever heating liquid, please also place a teaspoon in the container to avoid delayed boiling. During delayed boiling, the boiling temperature is attained without the typical steam bubbles rising. When the container is shaken, even gently, the liquid may then suddenly vigorously boil over or spurt - with the risk of scalding the user.
English i General operating instructions Suitable ovenware Ovenware material Mode of operation Defrosting Ovenproof glass and ceramic dishes (without any metal parts, e.g. Pyrex, Oven-to-tableware) Non ovenproof glass and porcelain (e.g. table crockery)1) Glass ceramic and vitro-ceramic made of fire/frost proof material (e.g.
Installing and Connecting The oven should be set on a work surface at least 85 cm above floor level. To ensure the stability of the microwave oven, the front left foot is adjustable (5 positions). Turn it to raise or lower the appliance. Make sure that nothing obstructs the ventilation louvres and that air may circulate freely around the oven. Table top model 14 cm 10 cm 5 cm Connect to a plug socket with protective earth contact and fused with a 10 A-L automatic device or a 10 A slow-blowing fuse.
English Product Description The appliance H C E A PROGRAMME STOP START/QUICK D B F G C A Control panel B Door seal C Door latch and catch D Viewing window E Turntable F Wheel support/roller ring G Drive shaft H Interior lighting 9
Product description The control panel A Display for time of day, cooking time, function mode, power etc. A TAGESZEIT BETRIEBSD ATEN B C D B Multi function button to set the time of day and display the selected microwave power etc. C Power knob with signal light to select microwave power. D Rotary knob to select the cooking time or the weight , in grams, when using automatic programmes. E E Button for automatic programmes ‘PROGRAMME’ for defrosting and cooking.
English Accessories The turntable and turntable support should be installed as shown in the diagram. Take care to ensure the turntable support is properly in place. The turntable may turn clockwise or counterclockwise during operation. Do not try to rotate the roller ring manually, as you could damage the drive system. Before using the appliance ☞ Setting the clock Example: 12:15 hrs 1. Plug the appliance into the mains. The display 0 0 : 0 0 ».
☞ «At a glance» operating instructions Action 1. Press door release button Comments . The door opens. 2. Place food in the cooking space. 3. Shut the door. The door will click audibly when it is properly shut. If the door is not shut properly, the appliance will not function. 4. Select according to the instructions given on the following pages. The order in which you programme functions has no consequence 1). Turn the time button clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease time 2) 5.
English ☞ Action : • Open the door by pressing the door release button e.g. for stirring. Comments The appliance and interior lighting switch off. In the display, the two dots between the digits flash. The selected settings remain. The remaining time counts down automatically. • Shut the door and press the START button ‘START/QUICK’ . i • Press the CLEAR button ‘STOP’ . The running process is cancelled. The appliance and the interior lighting switch off. Time of day is displayed.
Modes of operation ☞ Microwaves Setting TAGESZEIT BETRIEBSD ATEN Example: 1 minute 15 seconds on microwave output level 700 W 1. Set the required microwave power by turning the power knob. The signal lamp lights up. The time of day disappears from the display and the required microwave power appears: turn to the left = lower power turn to the right= higher power 700 PROGRAMME 2. Set the required cooking time by turning the Rotary knob . The chosen time appears in the display.
English i Notes on microwave power levels The following list shows you the power settings and what they can be used for during microwave operation : 900 Watt 700 Watt - Heating liquids to start a cooking sequence, start roasting, stewing, etc.
Modes of operation Automatic Programmes Programmes for defrosting and cooking are available. After having selected the programme, merely enter the weight of the dish (in grams), the rest of the programming is done automatically. The following gives you an overview of which food can be defrosted and/or cooked with which programme.
English How to use automatic programmes ☞ Example : defrosting 1 kg chicken 1. Press the button for automatic programmes ‘PROGRAMME’ until the desired programme appears in the display. : TAGESZEIT BETRIEBSD ATEN d1 2. Use the Rotary knob to set the weight . 1000 3. Press the START button ‘START/QUICK’. The display shows the necessary time. PROGRAMME STOP START/QUICK i 25:00 4. If you want to modify the settings, you have to press the Clear-button, ‘STOP’, and start again.
Modes of operation QUICK-Start ☞ How to set The Quick-Start button ‘START/QUICK’ provides full microwave power from 30 seconds up to 2 minutes and 30 seconds, by 30 second-intervals. Each time you push the Quick-START button ‘START/QUICK’ the programme time is increased by 30 seconds. Example : heating a cup of water (1 min. 30 sec.) 1. Press the START-button ‘START/QUICK’ three times. The time appears in the display and the programme begins. The microwave power signal lamp comes on.
English Minute timer with alarm The minute timer with alarm can also be used as a general purpose reminder. For example, you could use it to set the time it takes to boil the egg that you are cooking on the hob. The timer works without switching on the appliance, as long as no other functions have been selected. ☞ How to set: 0» using the Power knob 1.Select microwave power «0 way to the left). (all the 2. Set the required time with the Rotary knob .
Cooking charts and tips Defrosting Dish Weight in (g) Power (Watt) Meat Whole meat parts 500 150 10-15 10-15 Turn once. Cover fatty with aluminium foil after 1st half of defrosting time. Steak 200 150 4-6 5-10 Turn once. Mixed chopped meat 500 150 9-14 15-20 Halfway through the defrosting time remove any pieces of meat that have already defrosted. Goulash 500 150 10-12 15-20 As above Poultry Chicken 1000 150 20-30 20-30 Turn once.
English Defrosting Description Weight Power Duration Standing in (g) (Watt) (mins) time (mins) Remarks/Hints Rolls (50g) 4 units 150 1-3 3-5 Wholemeal, mixed, rye loaf 1 slice (60-80 g) 500 150 15-30 sec 2-3 Set on a paper towel, turn once. Defrost in a covered container. 150 6-8 15-20 Cover cutting surface. 300 80 2-3 5-10 Set on a paper towel, cover. 400450 400 400 80 4-8 10-20 As for dry cakes. 80 80 4-8 3-5 10-20 10-20 As for dry cakes. As for dry cakes.
Cooking charts and tips Description Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints in (g) (Watt) (mins) time (mins) 1 portion vegetables, potatoes or rice approx. 200 900 1-11/2 2-3 Heat in covered container, stir once. 1 cup soup approx. 200 ml 900 1-2 2-3 Heat clear soup uncovered, cover thick soups. Stir. 200 ml 900 35-45 sec 2-3 Remove any lids.
English Cooking vegetables 1) Description Weight Liquid in (g) added Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (Watt) (mins) time (mins) Cauliflower 500 1/8 l 900 8-10 2 Dot with butter. Frozen broccoli 300 1/8 l 900 7-9 2 Stalks facing outwards. . Mushrooms 250 none 900 4-6 2 Cut into slices. Frozen peas and carrots 300 1/2 cup 900 7-9 2 Carrots 250 2-3 tsp 900 6-8 2 Cut into cubes or slices. Potatoes 250 2-3 tsp 900 4-6 2 Peel and quarter.
Cooking charts and tips Cooking of meat and poultry Description Quantity Power (g) (Watt) Duration (min.) Pork Pork chop 900 6-8 600 12-14 900 12-14 Poultry Chicken 3 pieces, 370 g 1000 Remarks/Hints 1. Cook on full power, 900 for 6-8 minutes 2. Turn over, reduce power to 600 and cook for 12 -14 minutes Cook covered, add no liquid Practical tips for use General • After switching off your appliance, let food stand inside for a few minutes to allow even heat distribution (standing time).
English i Defrosting of butter, pieces of layer cake and cottage cheese – Do not fully defrost in the appliance, but leave to adjust out-side. This will give a more even result.
Cooking charts and tips Test procedures (Microwave output power 900 Watt) The quality and operation of microwave ovens are established by recognised test institutes by testing specific dishes. DIN Nr. 44 566 Part 2 Defrost and cook fish fillet IEC 705 Power Time (mins) Standing time (mins) 900 Watt 7-9 3 Power Time (mins) Standing time (mins) Cover. Halfway through cooking turn fillets so that inner edges face outwards.
English i Cleaning and care The Appliance Exterior Wipe the front of the appliance using a soft cloth and a mild, warm detergent solution. Do not use abrasive cleaning substances, strong detergents or coarse abrasive cleaning materials. Cooking area The interior will remain in good condition for a long time so long as you don't use scouring pads or rough abrasive materials. Use mild dishwashing liquid to clean the interior.
What to do if... 28 ☞ ... the microwave appliance is not working properly ? Check that – the fuses in the fuse cupboard are working, – there has not been a power outage. - If the fuses continue to blow, please contact a qualified electrician. ☞ ... the microwave mode is not working ? Check that – the door is properly closed, – the door seals and their surfaces are clean, – the START-button has been pressed. 0’ - the power knob is not set on ‘0 ☞ ...
English AEG Service You can perform certain maintenance on your own; these operations are listed in section «What to do if...». First verify the problem, then look it up in the section. If you do not find the solution therein, then please contact your Service Centre. Have all necessary information handy; this way it will be easier for the technician to diagnose the problem and determine whether or not he must make a service call.