Operating instructions Microwave oven M 8261-1 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. Downloaded From Microwave-Manual.com Manuals en - GB M.-Nr.
Contents Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Oven interior and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Accessories supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Grilling rack. . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Interrupting or re-starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Altering the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 To cancel a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Automatic warming function . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the appliance Oven interior and accessories a Oven door f Grilling rack b Door locking mechanism g Glass tray c Quartz grill h Gourmet plate d Control panel i Cover e Turntable j Boiling rod Downloaded From Microwave-Manual.
Description of the appliance Control panel k Electronic timer and clock display l Rotary selector for microwave power, grill and combination programmes m Rotary selector to enter time and weight n Automatic programme buttons o Time of day button m p Minute minder button l q Memory button (to save a 1-3 stage programme sequence) r Stop/cancel button s Start button / Add a minute button / Quick start button (programmable) c t Door release button a Downloaded From Microwave-Manual.
Description of the appliance Accessories supplied Cover Grilling rack The cover supplied must only be used in the Microwave Solo mode. The grilling rack can be used for all functions with and without microwave power, except for Microwave Solo mode. It prevents the food from drying out and the oven from becoming dirty, and it accelerates the heating process. Boiling rod To avoid the grilling rack being used inadvertently on Microwave Solo, it should not be kept inside the microwave oven.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal, and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Never use the microwave to store or This appliance complies with all relevant local and national safety requirements. Improper use can present a risk of both personal injury and material damage. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before installation and before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, operation and care of the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Never open the casing of the appliance. Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous and can cause operational faults or electric shock. ~ Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, make sure that the rating on the data plate corresponds to the voltage and frequency of the household supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid risk of damage to the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use ~ Do not use the microwave function ~ Always ensure that food is to heat up cushions or pads filled with cherry kernels, wheat grains, lavender or gel, such as those used in aromatherapy. These pads can ignite when heated, even after they have been removed from the microwave. sufficiently heated.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Before serving, remember to allow a sufficient standing time and then always check the temperature of the actual food itself after taking it out of the microwave. The temperature of the container is not an indication of the temperature of the food or liquid in it. This is particularly important when preparing food for babies, children, and the elderly or infirm.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Do not use any containers or cutlery made from or containing metal, aluminium foil, lead crystal glassware, temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden utensils or cutlery, metal clips or wire ties. Do not use bowls with milled rims, or plastic pots with the foil lid only partially removed. Such items could be damaged or cause a fire hazard.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Ovenproof earthenware can retain a considerable amount of moisture. Eartherware and porcelain containers with hollow handles and lid knobs must only be used in this oven if they have vent holes which allow the moisture to escape. Without vent holes pressure can build up, causing the container to crack or shatter with the danger of injury.
How the microwave oven works In a microwave oven there is a high-frequency tube called a magnetron. This converts electrical energy into microwaves. These microwaves are distributed evenly throughout the oven interior, and rebound off the metal sides of the oven interior to reach the food from all sides. Microwave distribution is improved with the turntable engaged. In order for microwaves to reach the food, they must be able to penetrate the cooking utensil being used.
Modes of operation What can a microwave oven do? In what ways can a microwave oven be used? In the microwave oven, food is cooked, reheated or defrosted quickly. Microwave Solo mode You can use the microwave in the following ways: – Food can be defrosted, reheated or cooked by entering a power setting and a time. – Deep-frozen, ready-made 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 Containers and lids with hollow handles or knobs in which moisture can collect are unsuitable, unless the hollowed areas are adequately vented. Without vent holes pressure can build up, causing the container to crack or shatter with the danger of injury.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Earthenware Do not place aluminium foil dishes on the grilling rack in case the dish sparks or arcs. If sparks occur, transfer food to a microwave-safe container. – 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.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Disposable containers, such as trays made from polystyrene, can only be used for very short, timed warming and reheating of food. Plastic boiling bags can be used for cooking and reheating. They should be pierced beforehand so that steam can escape. This prevents a build-up of pressure and reduces the risk of the bag bursting. Do not use metal clips, plastic clips containing metal parts, or paper ties containing wire.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens The cover Do not use a lid or cover if – prevents too much steam escaping, especially when cooking foods which need longer to cook, such as potatoes. – food coated with breadcrumbs is being cooked. – speeds up the cooking process. – cooking meals which are to be given a crisp finish. – the gourmet plate is being used. – prevents food from drying out. – helps keep the oven interior clean.
Before using for the first time Important: After unpacking, let the appliance stand for approx. 2 hours at room temperature after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains. This is important for the correct electronic functioning of the appliance. ^ Remove all the packaging materials and any protective foil from the appliance. ^ Check the appliance for any damage. Do not use the microwave if – the door is warped. – the door hinges are loose.
Time of day display Setting the time of day ^ Connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply. 12:00 and the m 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. ^ Press the m button to confirm, or wait a few seconds. The m symbol will flash, and the current minutes will light up for a few seconds.
Operation To open the door To close the door ^ Press the a button to open the door. ^ Push the door firmly shut. If the microwave oven is being used, opening the door will interrupt the cooking programme. Placing the dish in the oven Press the Start button again to resume an interrupted cooking programme. The appliance will not start again if the door has not been closed properly. Ideally the dish should be placed in the middle of the oven.
Operation When heating up food which cannot be stirred or turned during cooking, as with a plated meal, it is best to use a lower microwave power level. This ensures the heat is distributed evenly. Heat for long enough to cook the food properly. – the frequency of stirring or turning the food. Frequent stirring or turning heats the food more evenly, and it is therefore ready in a shorter time. – the amount of food. As a general rule, allow approx. time and a half for double the quantity.
Operation Interrupting or re-starting a programme To cancel a programme ^ Press the Stop/C button twice. At any time you can . . . . . interrupt a programme: ^ Press the Stop/C button, or open the appliance door. The time stops counting down. . . . continue the programme: ^ Close the door and press Start. The programme continues. Altering the settings If you discover after starting a programme that . . . . . 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 c 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 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 l button. 0:00 flashes in the display and the l symbol lights up. ^ Press the l button whilst the cooking function is in progress. 0:00 flashes in the display and the l symbol lights up.
Operation - Grilling The grill can be used on 4 settings: by itself, and in combination with the Microwave function at one of three different power levels. Grilling without the Microwave function Ideal for grilling thin cuts of meat, e.g. steak or sausages. If the total grilling time required is less than 15 minutes, the grill should be pre-heated for approx. 5 minutes before placing food under it. Thin, flat cuts of fish and meat should usually be turned half way through grilling for even results.
Operation - Grilling Combination mode Microwave + Grill This function is very good for baking and browning. The microwave cooks the food, and the grill browns it. The grill can be combined with one of three different microwave power levels: 150, 300 and 450 Watt. It is possible during the cooking process to switch between the different power levels without interrupting the programme. To change a cooking duration The cooking duration entered can be changed during operation if required.
Gourmet plate Use 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 pot rest. Before using for the first time Before using the gourmet plate for the first time, fill it with 400 ml water and add 3-4 tbsps vinegar or lemon juice. Heat for 10 minutes on 450 W + Grill L. The gourmet plate has an easy to clean anti-stick coating so that food can be removed easily.
Gourmet plate Recipes Croque monsieur (Serves 3) 6 slices of bread 30 g soft butter 75 g grated Emmental cheese 3 slices of cooked ham Butter the bread. Add the cheese to three of the bread slices in equal amounts and add a slice of ham. Place the remaining three slices of bread on top of the ham with the buttered side face down. Pre-heat the gourmet plate for 5 minutes at 450 W + Grill. Remove from the oven, then place the bread on the gourmet plate.
Gourmet plate Home-made potato rösti (Serves 2) Pork fillets (Serves 2) 400 g peeled potatoes 2 small onions 50 g grated Emmental cheese Salt, pepper 20 g butter 1 piece pork fillet (approx. 400 g) 4 rashers streaky bacon Salt, pepper 10 g butter 200 g sliced mushrooms 200 ml double cream 2 tbsp brandy Coarsely grate the potato and onion, and mix together with the cheese, salt and pepper. Place the gourmet plate on the turntable, and pre-heat for approx. 5 minutes at 450 W + Grill.
Gourmet plate Curried chicken (Serves 3) 600 g chicken or turkey breasts 2 tbsp oil 2 tbsp white wine 2 tbsp apple juice 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt, freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp curry powder A pinch of finely chopped rosemary A pinch of ground ginger A pinch of cayenne pepper 1 /2 tsp Tabasco sauce 20 g butter Dice the meat into 2 x 2 cm pieces. Combine the rest of the ingredients apart from the butter, mix together well, and sprinkle over the meat.
Gourmet plate Pineapple cake Quick almond tart For the cake: 2 eggs 80 g sugar 11/2 ripe bananas 30 g chocolate chips 100 g plain flour 3 /4 tsp. baking powder For the pastry: 100 g plain flour 1 /2 level tsp baking powder 75 g butter or margarine 30 g sugar Topping: 1 tin pineapple chunks (drained weight 240 g) 11/2 tbsp brown sugar 11/2 tbsp desiccated coconut Beat together the eggs and sugar until frothy. Mash the bananas with a fork, and add to the egg mixture.
Operation - Automatic programmes All of the automatic programmes are weight dependent. Cooking food from frozen N ° After selecting a programme, enter the weight of the food. The microwave automatically calculates the time according to the weight given. AC 2 3 Ready meal which can be stirred (0.3 – 1.0 kg) 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. AC 1 1 Vegetables (0.
Operation - Automatic programmes g will flash in the display to request the weight to be entered, and the programme (e.g. AC 5) will light up, together with the symbols for the functions being used (h for Microwave and n for Grill). ^ Use the rotary selector to enter the weight. ^ Press the Start button. The time (which depends on the weight) will begin to count down, and the symbols for the functions that are currently in use will light up (h and/or n).
Saving your favourite programme One favourite programme can be saved in memory. This programme can be used for your most frequently cooked recipe. This programme can have up to 3 stages (e.g.: 1 minute at 600 W, followed by 2 minutes on Grill, and finally 3 minutes at 150 W + Grill). Programming (The example given is for a 3-stage programme.) ^ First select the function for the first stage. ^ Then select the duration. ^ Press button M. 1 will light up in the display, and 2 will flash.
Saving your favourite programme To call up your favourite programme ^ Turn the programme selector to the 12 o'clock position. ^ Press the M button. ^ Press the Start button. In the event of a power cut, the favourite programme is no longer saved and must be re-entered. Downloaded From Microwave-Manual.
Changing the settings Some of the standard settings for the appliance (which are set at the factory) have an alternative which you can select if required. Please consult the chart for the different options. The factory settings are marked with a star* on the chart. Proceed as follows: The other settings can be changed in the same way. ^ When you have finished making the changes you require, press the Stop/C button. The altered settings are retained after a power cut.
Changing the settings Setting P I Settings available (* factory default) Night time switch-off S 0* S I Night time switch-off is deactivated. Night time switch-off is activated. The time of day display is switched off from 11 pm to 4 am. P 2 Automatic warming function S I* S 0 The automatic warming function is activated. The automatic warming function is deactivated. P 3 "door" message S I* The "door" message appears if the door has not been opened during the 20 minutes before Start is pressed.
Reheating Select the following microwave power levels to reheat food: Drinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900 W Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 W Food for babies and toddlers . 450 Watt We do not recommend heating or reheating food or drinks for babies or young children in the microwave oven. Any decision to do this is the responsibility of the user, and should only be done with the utmost care.
Cooking Place the food in a microwave-proof dish 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. Tips on cooking Vegetable cooking times depend on the texture of the vegetable.
Defrosting/Defrosting and reheating or cooking Defrosting Select the following microwave power settings to reheat food: – 80 W for defrosting very delicate food, e.g. cream, butter, gateau and cheese. – 150 W for defrosting everything else. Remove the food from its packaging and place in a microwave-proof container. Do not cover. Turn, stir or separate the food about halfway through the defrosting time.
Some suggested uses Food Time (in minutes) Notes Quantity Microwave power level (in watts) Melting butter and 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.
Cleaning and care In the UK, Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products, as well as a microfibre E-Cloth which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals, are available to purchase from your Miele retailer, the Spare Parts Department or on-line at www.miele-shop.com. Disconnect the microwave oven from the power supply before cleaning (e.g. switch off at the socket and remove the plug).
Cleaning and care To neutralise odours in the oven, put a cup of water with some lemon juice in the oven and simmer for a few minutes. The door should be kept clean at all times and checked at regular intervals for any signs of damage. If any damage is noticed, the appliance should not be used until the fault has been rectified by a Miele authorised and trained service technician. To clean the interior: ^ Clean the area between the turntable and the carrier.
Cleaning and care To avoid damaging the outer surface, do not use: – cleaning agents containing soda, ammonia, acids or chlorides, – cleaning agents containing descaling agents, – abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder cleaners and cream cleaners. – solvent-based cleaning agents, – stainless steel cleaning agents, Rack Wash and dry the rack after each use. It is dishwasher-proof, or can be washed by hand in hot water with a little washing up liquid. Remove stubborn soils with a stainless steel cleaner.
Problem solving guide . . . the display does not light up. Repairs to this appliance must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting the Miele Customer Contact Centre. What to do if . . . . . . a programme will not start.
Problem solving guide . . . strange noises are heard when the microwave oven is being used. Check whether, ^ the food is covered with aluminium foil. If so, remove it. ^ Sparks are being created by the use of crockery with a metallic finish. See notes on suitable types of containers. . . . the time of day in the display is not accurate. If there has been a power cut, the time automatically switches back to 12:00. The time of day needs to be re-set. ^ Set the correct time of day. . . .
After sales service In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – the Miele Customer Contact Centre (see back cover for address). When contacting your Dealer or the Miele Customer Contact Centre, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are to be found on the data plate inside the front of the appliance.
Electrical connection Before connecting the appliance, ensure that it has not been damaged in any way. Do not use a damaged appliance. Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). The appliance is supplied with a mains cable and moulded plug ready for connection to an a.c. single phase 220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
Installation Building-in dimensions 452,5 When building in the appliance, ensure that the vent outlets at the front of the appliance are not hindered, and that there is adequate ventilation to the rear of the housing unit by leaving a large enough gap (see diagram: 50 mm x unit width). Do not block the ventilation gaps with any objects. 3 The appliance is designed to be built into a tall unit. 5 A minimum installation height of 850 mm must be maintained.
Installation Installation The appliance must be built in before it can be used. Otherwise it poses an electric shock hazard. ^ Position the fitting bracket on this middle line. Use the indented mark on the bracket to guide you. ^ Fit one screw a into the centre of the first long slot. ^ Draw a line inside the housing unit to mark the middle of the unit as illustrated. ^ Check the alignment with the front edge of the unit and with the middle line, and then fit another screw a into the other long slot.
Installation ^ When correctly aligned, insert the third screw a into the middle of the bracket to prevent the bracket moving out of position. ^ Slide the appliance into the housing unit, and pull the cable with the plug* through the back of the unit. ^ Connect the appliance to the electricity supply. ^ Then push the appliance right back into the housing unit as described above. * Plug shown is for illustration purposes only. Downloaded From Microwave-Manual.
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