Operating instructions Microwave oven To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-GB M.-Nr.
Contents Warning and Safety instructions...................................................................... 4 Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 14 Setup and connection ....................................................................................... 15 Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 16 Caring for the environment ...............................
Contents Automatic keeping-warm function ...................................................................... Quick start (programmable)................................................................................. System lock......................................................................................................... Using the minute minder ..................................................................................... Altering a minute minder entry ..................................
Warning and Safety instructions This microwave oven complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage. Read the operating instructions carefully before using the appliance. They contain important information on the installation, safety, use and maintenance of the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and damage to the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions The oven compartment is fitted with a special lamp to cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised technician or by the Miele Customer Service Department.
Warning and Safety instructions If the electrical connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised technician to protect the user from danger. Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised with the mains power supply (e.g. island networks, back-up systems) is possible. A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply system complies with the specifications of EN 50160 or an equivalent standard.
Warning and Safety instructions The electrical safety of this microwave oven can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met to avoid the risk of damage or electric shock. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician. Do not situate the appliance too close to an adjacent furniture unit.
Warning and Safety instructions If the appliance is installed behind a kitchen furniture door, it may only be used with the furniture door open. Do not close the furniture door while the appliance is in use. Heat and moisture can build up behind the closed furniture door. This can result in damage to the appliance and furniture unit. Leave the furniture front/door open until the appliance has cooled down completely.
Warning and Safety instructions It is important that the temperature in the food being cooked is evenly distributed and sufficiently high. This can be achieved by stirring or turning the food, and observing a sufficiently long standing time (see charts), which should be added to the time needed for reheating, defrosting or cooking. During the standing time the temperature is distributed evenly in the food.
Warning and Safety instructions Be careful when removing dishes from the appliance. Although heat is not normally produced in the container itself by the microwaves (apart from stoneware), heat transfer from the food to the container may be considerable, making the container itself hot. The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food. Before serving, always check the temperature of the actual food itself after taking it out of the microwave.
Warning and Safety instructions Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the microwave oven when it is in use could catch fire. Do not use the appliance to heat up the room. If using alcohol in your recipes, please be aware that high temperatures can cause the alcohol to vaporise. The vapour can catch fire on hot surfaces. Never heat undiluted alcohol in the microwave, as this can easily ignite. Fire hazard.
Warning and Safety instructions Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified by the manufacturer as suitable for use in a microwave oven may be used. Do not leave the oven unattended when heating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other inflammable materials. Heat-retaining packaging consists of, among other things, a thin layer of aluminium foil. Microwaves are reflected by metal.
Warning and Safety instructions The steam from a steam cleaning appliance could reach live electrical components and cause a short circuit. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. The following applies for stainless steel surfaces: The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can cause scratches. Accessories Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
Before using for the first time After transportation, let the unpacked appliance stand for approx. 2 hours at room temperature before using it. This is to allow time for the temperature to equalise between the temperature in the room and the appliance. This is important for the correct electronic functioning of the appliance. Risk of suffocation due to packaging material.
*INSTALLATION* Setup and connection When installing the microwave oven ensure that there is unhindered ventilation to and from the appliance both underneath and to the rear. Do not block the ventilation gaps or block the gap between the base of the appliance and the worktop surface. A minimum installation height of 85 cm must be maintained. The microwave oven can be placed on a worktop.
*INSTALLATION* Setup and connection Electrical connection Risk of injury caused by a faulty appliance. Before connecting the appliance, ensure that it has not been damaged in any way. Never use a faulty appliance. The appliance is supplied ready for connection with a cable and plug. Ensure that the protective contact socket is easily accessible at all times. If that is not possible, ensure that a suitable means of disconnection is provided on the installation side for each pole.
Caring for the environment Disposing of the packaging material Disposing of your old appliance The packaging material is used for handling and protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging material used is selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can generally be recycled. Electrical and electronic appliances contain many valuable materials.
Guide to the appliance a Door b Door lock c Grill d Control panel e Turntable f Grilling rack g Gourmet plate 18
Accessories supplied Grilling rack Gourmet plate The grilling rack can be used for all functions with and without microwave power, except for Microwave Solo mode. The gourmet plate is a round, non-stick grilling plate. It can be used to heat snacks or small meals quickly whilst maintaining crispness. To avoid the grilling rack being used inadvertently with Microwave Solo, it should not be stored inside the oven compartment.
Control panel a Display for showing the time of day and information on operation b Rotary selector for microwave power, grill and combination programmes c Rotary selector to enter time and weight d Automatic programmes e Time of day f Minute minder g Memory button (to save a 1–3 stage programme sequence) h Stop/Cancel button i Start/Add a minute/Quick start (programmable) j Door release 20
Description of function The microwave oven contains a magnetron. This converts electrical energy into electromagnetic waves (microwaves). These microwaves are distributed evenly throughout the oven compartment, and are reflected off the metal appliance walls. This enables the microwaves to reach the food from all sides and heat it up. Microwave distribution is improved with the turntable engaged. In order for microwaves to reach the food, they must be able to penetrate the cooking container being used.
Modes of operation Food is cooked, reheated or defrosted quickly in a microwave oven. Functions You can use the microwave oven in the following ways: Suitable for defrosting, reheating and cooking. – Food can be defrosted, reheated or cooked by entering a power setting and a duration. Grilling – Deep-frozen, ready meals can be defrosted and then reheated or cooked. – The microwave oven can also be used for other tasks, e.g.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Microwaves: Material and shape The material and shape of the container used affect reheating and cooking durations. Round and oval-shaped shallow containers are particularly suitable. Food heats up more evenly in these containers than in square containers. Risk of injury due to hollow - are reflected by metal. - pass through glass, porcelain, plastic and cardboard. - are absorbed by food. Fire hazard due to unsuitable container.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Do not place aluminium foil dishes on the rack in case the dish sparks or arcs. - Pieces of aluminium foil For even defrosting and to avoid overcooking unevenly shaped cuts of meat, poultry or fish, small pieces of aluminium foil may be used to mask wingtips or other thin parts for the last few minutes of the programme. Make sure that the aluminium foil is at least 2 cm from the oven walls at all times. It must not touch the walls.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens suitable for use in a microwave oven. Disposable containers, such as trays made from polystyrene, can only be used to reheat food for a short time. Plastic boiling bags can be used for cooking and reheating. They should be pierced beforehand. The holes allow the steam to escape. This prevents a build-up of pressure from forming and the bag from bursting. There are also special bags available for steam cooking which do not need to be pierced.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens A heat-retaining cover Damage due to heat-sensitive - prevents too much steam escaping, especially when cooking foods with longer reheating times. - speeds up the reheating process. - prevents food from drying out. - helps keep the oven compartment clean. plastic. The material of the cover can generally withstand temperatures of up to 110 °C (see manufacturer information). At higher temperatures the plastic can distort and fuse with the food.
Before using for the first time Setting the time Connect the appliance to the electricity supply. 12:00 and the symbol will flash in the display until the current time of day is set. Before this, the time of day will start to run from 12:00, as the clock will start as soon as the appliance is connected to the mains electricity supply. The symbol will flash and the current minutes will light up for a few seconds. Use the time selector to alter the minutes.
Operation Opening the door Press to open the door. If the microwave oven is being used, opening the door will interrupt the cooking programme. Placing the dish in the oven Ideally the dish should be placed in the middle of the oven. Turntable Use the power selector to select a microwave power level. The turntable helps the food to cook, reheat or defrost evenly. and the microwave power level will light up in the display. 0:00 will flash.
Operation A duration of between 10 seconds and 90 minutes can be set. Exception: If the maximum microwave power level has been selected, a maximum cooking duration 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.
Operation Altering settings At the end of a programme If you discover after starting a programme that . . . . . An audible tone will sound when the cooking programme is complete. The interior lighting goes off. . . . . . the microwave power level is too high or too low, you can select a new level. . . . . .
Operation Quick start (programmable) System lock Pressing the Start/ button is sufficient to set the appliance operating on maximum power. Three set times are stored in the memory: The system lock prevents the appliance being used by children, for example.
Operation Using the minute minder Minute minder + cooking function The minute minder can be used to time any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling eggs. The time set counts down in one second steps. The minute minder can be used at the same time as a cooking function, and counts down in the background. Press the button. Press the button during the cooking programme. 0:00 flashes and the symbol lights up in the display. 0:00 flashes and the symbol lights up in the display.
Operation – grilling The grill has 4 settings: grill solo and 3 combination settings where the grill is used together with a specific microwave power level. If the total grilling duration required is less than 15 minutes, the grill should be pre-heated for approx. 5 minutes. Thin, flat cuts of fish and meat should be turned half way through grilling for even results. Larger, chunkier pieces should be turned several times.
Operation – grilling To change a cooking duration The cooking duration entered can be changed during operation if required. Interrupt the process by pressing the Stop/C button, and change the duration. To continue, press the Start button. The cooking duration can also be extended during operation by pressing the Start button once for each minute you wish to extend the cooking duration by. Combination mode - Microwave + Grill This function is very good for baking and browning.
Gourmet plate Tips for use Risk of burning due to hot dishes. The gourmet plate gets extremely hot when in use. Always use oven gloves when handling it to avoid burns. Place it on a suitable heat-resistant mat or stand. Before using for the first time Before using the gourmet plate for the first time, fill it with 400 ml water and add 3 to 4 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice. Heat for 5 minutes at 450 W + Grill . The gourmet plate has an easy-to-clean anti-stick coating so that food can be removed easily.
Gourmet plate Eggs can explode. Do not use the gourmet plate to cook eggs or reheat cooked eggs. Examples of use: Pre-heat the gourmet plate directly on the turntable for up to max. 5 minutes at 450 W + Grill . - Fish fingers (frozen), 150 g + 2 tbsp oil , 3 – 4 minutes each side - Hamburgers, 2 burgers + 2 tbsp oil , 3 – 4 minutes each side - Croquette potatoes (frozen), 10 – 12 pieces + 2 tbsp oil , 6 – 8 minutes, turning halfway through - Fillet steak, approx.
Gourmet plate Vegetable medley (serves 3) Pork fillets (serves 2) Total time required: 25 – 35 minutes -Ingredients Total time required: 15 – 20 minutes -Ingredients 2 onions 2 tbsp oil 100 g oyster mushrooms or button mushrooms, cleaned 150 g sliced carrots 100 g broccoli florets 1 red pepper or 100 g frozen sliced peppers 1 tomato Salt and pepper 30 g grated Parmesan cheese 1 pork tenderloin (approx.
Gourmet plate Curried chicken (serves 3) Fisherman's salmon (serves 2) Total time required: 25 – 35 minutes - Total time required: 5 – 10 minutes - Ingredients 600 g chicken or turkey breast fillets 2 tbsp oil 2 tbsp white wine 2 tbsp apple juice 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp curry powder 1 pinch rosemary, ground 1 pinch ginger, ground 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 /2 tsp Tabasco 20 g butter Ingredients 2 salmon fillets (approx.
Operation - Automatic programmes All of the automatic programmes are weight dependent. The weight of the food can be displayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb) (see “Changing settings”). After selecting a programme, enter the weight of the food. The appliance automatically calculates the duration according to the weight entered. After cooking, allow the food to stand at room temperature for the suggested number of minutes (“standing time”) to allow the heat to be distributed evenly through the food.
Operation - Automatic programmes Cooking fresh food AC 1 Vegetables 100–600 g AC 2 Potatoes 100–800 g AC 3 Fish 500–1.500 g AC 4 Kebabs 200–800 g AC 5 Whole chicken 900–1.800 g AC 6 Chicken drumsticks 250–1.000 g AC 7 Fish pie 500–1.500 g AC 8 Gratins/bakes, z. B.: Potato gratin 500–1.500 g Use the rotary selector to enter the weight. Press the Start button.
Recipes for automatic programmes Below are some recipe suggestions for the Automatic programmes using the “Cooking fresh food ” function . These can be adapted to suit your requirements. If the weight guidelines are exceeded, the food will not cook sufficiently. It is important to follow the weight guidelines for the programme concerned. AC 1 Vegetables Method Place the washed and prepared vegetables in a container.
Recipes for automatic programmes AC 2 Potatoes This programme can be used to cook peeled, new and bouillon potatoes. Method Enter the weight for the potatoes and the cooking liquid. For peeled potatoes, peel, wash and drain the potatoes and place them in a cooking container. Season with a little salt, cover and cook. When cooking potatoes, add approx. 1 tbsp water per potato.
Recipes for automatic programmes AC 8 Gratins/Bakes: Vegetable gratin (serves 4) Total time required: approx. 40 minutes Ingredients 400 g cauliflower or broccoli 400 g carrots For the cheese sauce 20 g margarine 20 g flour 300 ml vegetable stock (instant) 200 ml milk 100 g diced Emmental cheese 50 g grated Gouda cheese Pepper, salt, ground nutmeg 1 tbsp chopped parsley Method Cut the cauliflower or broccoli into small florets, and thinly slice the carrots (approx. 3 mm thick).
Recipes for automatic programmes AC 4 Pork kebabs (makes 8 kebabs) Chicken kebabs (makes 8 kebabs) Total time required: approx. 25 – 35 minutes + 1 hour standing time - Total time required: approx. 25 – 35 minutes + 1 hour standing time - Ingredients 1 fillet of pork (approx. 300 g) 1 red pepper 2 onions Ingredients 4 chicken breasts each approx.
Recipes for automatic programmes AC 6 Chicken thighs Method Brush the chicken thighs with butter or oil and season. Place on the grill rack in the oven together with a heat-resistant, microwave-safe dish. Halfway through cooking when a buzzer sounds, turn the chicken thighs over and continue to cook. AC 5 Whole chicken Method Cut the chicken in half. Brush with melted butter or oil, and season.
Recipes for automatic programmes AC 7 Fish bake: Crispy fish pie (serves 2) Rosefish and tomato gratin (serves 4) Total time required: 25 – 35 minutes - Total time required: 35 – 45 minutes - Ingredients 400 g filleted white fish, e.g. cod 3 tbsp lemon juice Salt, white pepper 50 g butter 2 tsp mustard 1 onion, finely diced 40 g grated Gouda cheese 20 g breadcrumbs 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped Ingredients 500 g filleted rosefish or other white fish, e.g.
Saving your favourite programme (Memory) You have the option of saving one favourite programme to memory. This programme can be used for your most frequently cooked recipe. The programme can have up to 3 stages (e.g.: 1 minute at 600 W, followed by 2 minutes grill and finally 3 minutes at 150 W with grill). Programming (The example given is for a three-stage programme) First select the function for the first stage. Then select the duration. Press the M button.
Changing settings Some of the standard settings for the appliance have an alternative. The other settings can be changed in the same way. Please consult the chart for the different options for appliance settings. The factory settings are marked with a star* on the chart. When you have finished making the changes you require, press the Stop/ C button. To change a setting, proceed as follows: Press and hold the and M buttons at the same time until and light up in the display.
Changing settings Setting Settings available (* factory default) Night time switchoff * Night time switch-off is deactivated. Night time switch-off is activated. The time of day display is switched off between the hours of 23:00 and 04:00. Automatic keepingwarm function * The automatic keeping warm function is activated. The automatic keeping warm function is deactivated. * The “door” message appears if the door has not been opened for about 20 minutes. Start is then blocked.
Reheat Select the following microwave power levels to reheat food: Drinks 900 W Food 600 W Food for babies and children 450 W Risk of burning due to hot food. Food for babies and children must not be too hot. Only heat it for 1/2 to 1 minute at 450 watts. Tips on reheating Always use a lid or cover when reheating food, except when a crispier finish is needed, e.g. food with a breadcrumb coating. Danger of explosion due to pressure build-up.
Reheat Food taken straight from the refrigerator takes longer to cook than food which is at room temperature. The time required depends on the nature of the food, its initial temperature and the amount to be cooked. Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated. If in any doubt that a sufficiently high temperature has been reached, continue reheating for a little longer. Stir or turn larger amounts of food from time to time during reheating.
Cooking Place the food in a microwave safe container and cover it. When cooking, it is a good idea to select a power level of 900 W to start with and then when the food is hot reduce the power level to 450 W for more gentle continued cooking. For dishes such as rice or semolina pudding, first select a power level of 900 W, and then reduce it to 150 W for simmering. Risk of injury due to eggs with Tips on cooking without shells.
Defrost Health risk due to refreezing. Thawed or defrosted food loses nutritional value through refreezing and can go off. Do not refreeze food once it has thawed. Use it as quickly as possible. Defrosted food may only be refrozen after it has been cooked. Select the following microwave power levels for defrosting food: - 80 W for defrosting very delicate food, e.g. cream, butter, gateau and cheese. - 150 W for defrosting everything else.
Examples of use Food Quantity MW Duration power (in level (W) minutes) Notes Melting butter/ margarine 100 g 450 1:00 – 1:10 Do not cover Melting chocolate 100 g 450 3:00 – 3:30 Do not cover, stir halfway through melting Dissolving gelatine 1 packet + 5 tbsp water 450 0:10 – 0:30 Do not cover, stir halfway through dissolving Preparing flan topping/jelly glaze 1 packet + 250 ml liquid 450 4–5 Do not cover, stir halfway through heating Yeast dough Starter dough made with 100 g flour 80
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Cleaning and care To help prevent re-soiling, a conditioning agent for stainless steel (available from the Miele Customer Service Department) can be used. Use a soft cloth to apply sparingly with an even pressure. Disconnect the microwave oven from the power supply before cleaning. Under no circumstances should a pressure cleaner be used to clean the microwave oven. The steam from a steam cleaning appliance could reach live electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Cleaning and care To neutralise odours in the microwave oven compartment, put a cup of water with some lemon juice in the appliance and simmer for a few minutes. Health risk caused by a faulty appliance. If any damage to the door is noticed, the appliance should not be used until the fault has been rectified by a Miele authorised and trained service technician. Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage and present a hazard to the user.
Cleaning and care Appliance front Soiling that is left too long might become impossible to remove and could cause the surfaces to alter or discolour. Remove any soiling on the front of the appliance straight away. Clean the appliance front with a clean soft sponge and a solution of warm water and washing-up liquid. After cleaning, wipe dry using a soft cloth. A clean, damp microfibre cloth without cleaning agent can also be used. All surfaces are susceptible to scratching.
Problem solving guide Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be needed. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault, and to correct it. Problem Cause and remedy A programme will not start. Check whether: the appliance door is closed. the system lock has been activated (see “System lock” section in the “Operation” chapter).
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Food is not adequately defrosted, heated or cooked at the end of the selected cooking duration. The duration or power level were insufficient to cook the food. Check whether the correct power level was selected for the duration set. The lower the power level, the longer the duration required. Check whether the programme has been interrupted and not restarted. The microwave function The lamp is faulty.
Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The microwave oven There may be insufficient air circulation. switches itself off dur Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked. ing a cooking, reheating Remove any obstruction. or defrosting proThe appliance switches off automatically in cases of gramme. overheating. Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down period. The appliance switches itself off again. Contact your Miele dealer.
After sales service Contact in case of malfunction In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet. N.B. A call-out fee will be charged for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions. When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
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