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Miele M 8261 User's Manual

1. and at the same time press the button GFF appears in the display Operation To open the door m Press the oa button 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 The turntable helps the food to cook reheat or defrost evenly Do not operate the microwave without the turntable in place The turntable starts turning automatically when the appliance is operated Do not cook reheat or defrost food directly on the turntable Check that the dish is not larger in size than the turntable Stir the food during the cooking time or turn the dish so that it heats up evenly To close the door m Push the door firmly shut 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 Starting a programme Use the appropriate selector to choose the microwave power level and the cooking time m Use the power selector to select a microwave power level The amp symbol lights up in the display and 0 00 flashes There is a choice of 7 power levels The higher the power level the more microwaves reach the food 23 Operation When heating up food which cannot be stirred or turned during cooking as with a plated meal it is best to use a
2. eee Viele Operating instructions Microwave oven M 8261 To avoid the risk of accidents or uUS GB CNZ damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 06 542 960 Contents Description of the appliance ee 4 Oven interior and acceSSOrleS a 4 Control PANG e ede Aan dee a kd ta ES Er a due X aa que aban ese 5 Accessories supplied sesse pe nb RR ag ea a nn 6 CNIG TACK 2 6 GAS SAN xu sedeat d D oe ge deos eb p px Sub eae Spee mac os e e 6 Gourmet plate naga kah sees OLE basen A EE Eb EE M xad 6 eo rv 6 Bollinicrtod xdv edu walsh a ROA pea ale 6 Caring for the environment ee sees 7 Warning and Safety instructions GG 8 Modes of operation GG 15 How does the microwave oven function 2 22 GG 15 Operating modes 22 22 ilie 16 What can a microwave oven dO tenes 16 In what ways can a microwave oven be used ee 16 Microwave solo mode iiis 16 GMM Gs u ice netos ee Plebe doo ce deed od toe de 16 Combination mode Microwave Grlll lt 2 uet trt deem ans Ya re Sn ve us 16 Automatic programmes ie 16 Suitable containers for microwave ovens lssn 17 Material arid Shape suse ded Cedex Reed ea ee 17 Testing dishes for their suitability 2 loe 19
3. 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 QD 9 m Turn the time selector to set the hour m Press the button m hen turn the time selector to set the minutes m Press the C button to confirm or wait a few seconds The set time is now registered The colon between hours and minutes flashes Altering the time of day m Press the C button The symbol will flash in the display and the current hour will light up for a few seconds m Use the time selector to alter the hour 22 m Press the button to confirm or wait a few seconds The symbol will flash and the current minutes will light up for a few seconds m Use the time selector to alter the minutes m Press the button to confirm or wait a few seconds Switching off the time of day display m Press and hold the CD button in until the display goes dark Pressing and holding the button again will bring the time of day back in the display Night time The time of day display can be set to switch itself off from 23 00 hrs until 04 00 hrs Setting the time of day display to switch off at night m Press and hold in the Stop C button and at the same time press the button GN appears in the display The appliance can still be operated To switch the display back on m Press and hold the Stop C button
4. dissolving gelatine etc In what ways can a microwave oven be used Microwave solo mode Suitable for defrosting reheating and cooking Grilling Ideal for grilling very thin cuts of meat e g bacon Combination mode Microwave Grill Ideal for browning dishes with toppings The microwave cooks the food and the grill browns it Automatic programmes You can choose from the following auto matic programmes four defrosting programmes Ad 1 to Ad 4 one cooking programme for frozen food f ML AC 1 and five cooking programmes for fresh food SSL AC 1 to AC 5 These programmes are weight dependent You enter the weight of the food and then the cooking time is calculated automatically Suitable containers for microwave ovens Microwaves are reflected by metal WA pass through glass porcelain plastic and card and are absorbed by food Material and shape The material and shape of containers used affect cooking results and times Heat distribution is more even in round and oval shaped flat containers than in rectangular containers providing better results Metal Metal containers aluminium foil and metal cutlery or china with metallic decoration such as gold rims or cobalt blue must not be used in an oven being used in microwave mode The metal reflects the microwaves hindering the cooking process Exceptions Read
5. TAG COVE CUI TIC ne ne Behr rien 20 Before using for the first time ee 21 Time of day display eese 22 Setting the time of day liiis re 22 Altering the time of day iiis 22 Switching off the time of day display iilii iilis 22 NIGRELIME FL a a eos a ende 22 Operation 2 2 2 ose ar era eh bee lese 23 T0 open the door sr seo bet eoe ae ee 23 Plaeing the dishintheoven 344 224 40 See bo Ad bbe Ge bd ee ee 23 MUTA TET 23 Toclosethe doof oe saneret Ace Nira an pr ER Berg ARE u 23 Starting a programme ee 23 Contents door Iiessageoxa sax aaa e rra baa e Ka ORs Da ee AK e b act feos 24 Interrupting or re starting a programme aas aa ae aaa ka aa sh 25 Altering THE settings isak at a BE GORGE eG ae Ae whee ag t 25 TO carcel a DIOgEtarmlie om aaa meer 25 At the end of a programme eee 25 Automatic warming function lise 25 Quick start programmable e 26 oyster MOCK aa Oba wknd fod ee bbb db aga be ee bd dd ak ds 26 Mittel der ana nia weit De deeb are a etch ee 27 Altering a minute minder ntry 00002 eee 27 Minute minder cooking function eee 27 Operation Grilling liliis 28 Gourmet plate illl e 30 USB oaks viet eee Maiti bas ique e veridica ee ees ie ees 30 Some suggested USES ee eee eee 30 REEIRES ana went eae Bea ASA Re ante a bean ee ee
6. cloth with a little washing up liquid or a mild detergent and water Wipe dry with a soft cloth For more heavy soiling heat a glass of water for 2 to 3 minutes until the water begins to boil The steam will collect on the walls and soften the soiling The oven interior can now be wiped clean using a little washing up liquid if necessary Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned with a proprietary non abrasive cleaner for stainless steel following the instructions given by the manufacturer on the packaging gt Nd Do not remove the cover to the microwave outlet inside the oven nor the film covering the inside of the door Do not let water or any small particles penetrate the vents in the appliance Wring out cloths before using them to wipe out the oven to avoid moisture getting into the openings Do not use abrasive cleaners as these scratch the surface To neutralise odours in the oven put a cup of water with some lemon juice in the oven and simmer for a few minutes 45 Cleaning and care 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 m Remove the turntable and wash in the dishwasher or by hand m Always keep the roller ring underneath it clean as well as t
7. goes out The audible tone will sound briefly as a reminder every 5 minutes for 20 minutes after the end of the programme m f you want to stop the audible tone press the Stop C button Automatic warming function The warming function will switch on automatically at 80 W for a maximum of 15 minutes approx 2 minutes after the end of a cooking programme which has used at least 450 W providing the door remains closed and no buttons are pressed 80 W and H H will light up in the display Opening the door or operating one of the buttons or selectors while the warming function is in progress cancels the function The warming function cannot be set as a separate function 25 Operation Quick start programmable Pressing the START button is sufficient to set the appliance operating on maximum power Three set times are stored in the memory m 30 secs Press START once m 1 min Press START twice m 2 min Press START three times Pressing the START button four times in succession will bring back the first stored time and so on The cooking duration can be increased by pressing the START button during operation each time the START button is pressed the cooking duration is increased by another 30 seconds Programming times To alter the set times m Use the START button to select the time you want to reprogramme press once twice or three times and hold the START
8. is a danger that they will ignite when heated Wood Wooden dishes are not suitable Moisture contained in the wood evaporates when exposed to microwave energy causing the wood to dry and crack Disposable containers Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified by the manufacturer as suitable for usein a microwave oven may be used Do not leave the oven unattended when reheating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic paper or other inflammable materials Disposable containers are not always recyclable or bio degradable Testing dishes for their suitability If in doubt as to whether glass earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a microwave oven a simple test can be performed m Place the item you wish to test in the centre of the oven fill a suitable glass with water and also place this in the oven m Close the door m Turn the power selector to 900 W m Enter a time of 30 seconds with the time selector m Press the Start button At the end of the test the water in the glass should be warm and the dish cool If the dish is hot the water cold it would be unwise to use the dish If a crackling noise is heard accompanied by sparks during the test switch the appliance off imme diately press button Stop C twice Any crockery which causes this reaction is unsuitable for use with microwave power If any doubt exists about the suitabil
9. lower microwave power level This ensures the heat is distributed evenly Heat for long enough to cook the food properly g m Set the required time using the time selector Any time between 10 seconds and 90 minutes can be selected Exception If the maximum microwave power is selected a maximum cooking duration of 15 minutes can be set If a longer time is selected the power level reduces automatically to 600 W The time required depends on the initial temperature of the food Food taken from the refrigerator will need longer to reheat or cook than food already at room temperature the type and texture of the food Fresh vegetables contain more water and cook more quickly than stored vegetables the frequency of stirring or turning the food Frequent stirring or turning heats the 24 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 For a smaller quantity possibly shorten the time but ensure food is cooked thoroughly the shape and material of the container m Press the START button to start the programme The interior lighting comes on A programme can only be started if the door is closed door message The door message in the display is a reminder that the appliance should not be used without food inside it Operating the appliance without food can damag
10. of aluminium foil which reflects microwaves This reflected energy can in turn cause the outer paper covering to become so hot that it ignites Always ensure that food the gourmet plate or a browning dish has been placed in the microwave and that the turntable is in place before switching on Warning and Safety instructions Do not use the appliance for deep frying food and do not leave it unattended when cooking with oils and fats as these can be a fire hazard if allowed to overheat Ovenproof earthenware can retain a considerable amount of moisture Earthenware and porcelain containers with hollow handles and lid knobs must only be used in this oven ifthey 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 When grilling with or without the microwave function the oven interior grill element and door can get hot Do not let small children touch the oven while it is in operation as there is the danger of being burnt Supervise its use by elderly or infirm people Wear oven gloves when taking dishes in and out of the oven or when handling dishes or food in the oven if the grill is on or has just been in operation Danger of burning 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 The
11. rack and glass tray get hot during grilling with and without the microwave function Take care not to burn yourself on them Never place the hot glass tray or any other hot cooking containers on a cold surface such as a tiled or granite worktop The glass tray or container could crack or shatter and the worktop surface could get damaged Use a suitable heat resistant mat or pot rest Do not use the oven to heat up the room Due to the high temperatures radiated objects left near the appliance could catch fire When using kitchen appliances connected to sockets near the appliance ensure that the cable cannot get trapped in a hot oven door which could melt the cable insulation and be dangerous To check food temperature first interrupt the cooking process Only use a thermometer specifically approved for food use to measure the temperature of the food Never use a thermometer containing mercury or liquid as these are not suitable for use with very high temperatures and will break very easily Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit Warning and Safety instructions When using browning dishes Always use oven gloves when handling the browning dish to avoid burns Never place the browning dish directly onto a table or work surface Use a suitable heat resistant mat grid or board to protect the wo
12. tighten both of these screws Place the appliance in the housing unit and using your hands push on both sides of the back of the oven interior to move the appliance into position It will engage in position when it is correctly installed Check that it is correctly aligned If it is not aligned correctly carefully pull it back out of the niche and realign it by slightly adjusting the position of the bracket on the long slots When correctly aligned insert the third screw into the middle of the bracket to prevent the bracket moving out of position m Slide the appliance into the housing unit and pull the cable with the plug through the back of the unit Plug shown is for illustration purposes only 55 Installation m Connect the appliance to the electricity supply m Then push the appliance right back into the housing unit as described above 56 57 58 59 United Kingdom Miele Co Ltd Fairacres Marcham Road Abingdon Oxon OX14 1TW tel Abingdon 01235 554455 Service Office 01235 554466 fax 01235 554477 Internet www miele co uk Ireland Miele Ireland Ltd Broomhill Road Tallaght Dublin 24 Tel 01 46 10 710 Fax 01 46 10 797 Email info miele ie Internet http www miele ie Australia Miele Australia Pty Ltd A C N 005635398 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield VIC 3180 Telephone 03 9764 7100 Fax 03 9764 7129 Internet www miele com au Distri
13. PLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by a Miele approved Service Technician only 53 Installation 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 The appliance is designed to be built into a tall unit A minimum installation height of 850 mm must be maintained To transport the appliance make sure that you lift it by the appliance housing and not by the frame The frame is not sturdy enough to bear the weight of the appliance when it is being carried 54 Building in dimensions Building in kit The following items are supplied in the accessory pack for installing the appliance 4 x 16mm MA A 3x Installation The appliance must be built in before it can be used Otherwise it poses an electric shock hazard Installation m Draw a line inside the housing unit to mark the middle of the unit as illustrated m Position the fitting bracket on this midale line Use the indented mark on the bracket to guide you m Fit one screw into the centre of the first long slot edge of the unit and with the middle line and then fit another screw into the other long slot Then
14. Warning and Safety instructions It is important that the heat is allowed to spread evenly throughout the food being cooked This can be achieved by stirring and or turning the food and by observing a sufficiently long standing time which should be added to the time needed for cooking reheating or defrosting Always remember that times for cooking reheating and defrosting in a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than with traditional methods of food preparation Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out and burning or could even cause it to catch fire There is also a danger of fire if breadcrumbs flowers herbs etc are dried in the microwave oven Always ensure that this type of procedure is supervised Do not use the microwave function 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 Exercise caution when cooking or reheating food with a high sugar content e g Christmas pudding If heated for too long the sugar may caramelise or ignite Do not use full power to warm empty dishes Do not use the appliance without food or if it is incorrectly loaded Never cook or reheat food or liquids in sealed containers jars or bottles With baby bottles the screw top and teat must be removed Otherwise pressure builds up w
15. acking 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 ofthe reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Rather than just throwing these materials away please ensure that they are offered for recycling Disposal of your old appliance Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind it to prevent misuse See the Warning and Safety section of this booklet for further details Warning and Safety instructions 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 appli
16. an be susceptible to scratches and abrasions Avoid cleaning agents containing soda acids or chlorides abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners abrasive sponges e g pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents stainless steel cleaners cleaning agents containing descaling agents dishwasher cleaners oven sprays Stainless steel fronted appliances Stainless steel surfaces are susceptible to scratches and abrasions Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned with a proprietary non abrasive cleaning agent designed specifically for use on stainless steel N B Do not use it on the controls Avoid cleaning agents containing soda acids or chlorides abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners abrasive sponges e g pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents To help prevent re soiling a proprietary conditioning agent for stainless steel such as Neoblank available from the Miele Spare Parts Department can be used Follow the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging 47 Cleaning and care Accessories supplied Boiling rod The boiling rod can be washed in a dishwasher Cover Wash and dry the cover after each use The cover can be washed ina dishwasher However discolouration caused by natural dyes e g from carrot
17. ance please read these operating 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 Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Correct use The appliance is intended for domestic use only to cook defrost reheat and to grill food Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of the appliance Never use the microwave to store or dry items which could ignite easily Moisture evaporates Fire hazard This appliance is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play on or near it or to play with the controls Supervise its use by older children the elderly or infirm If allowing older children to use the appliance without supervision please ensure that they are aware of how a microwave oven works and understand the dangers of improper use 8 Technical safety If the connection cable is damaged the new cable must be fitted by a Miele approved service technician Do not use the microwave if the door is warped the door hinges are loose holes or cracks are visible in the casing the door or the oven interior walls Operating the appliance with this type of damage will result in microwave leakage and present a haz
18. ard to the user 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 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any doubt the on site electrical wiring should be inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock The appliance must be built in before operation to ensure that no electrical components are accessible Repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with national and local safet
19. arthenware is only suitable if the decoration is beneath an all over glaze Earthenware can get very hot and may crack Glazes and colours Some glazes and colours contain metals which make them unsuitable for use in a microwave oven Plastics When purchasing plasticware make sure that it is suitable for use in a microwave oven Plastic containers must only be used in microwave mode alone Plastics must be heat resistant to a minimum of 110 C Otherwise the plastic may melt and fuse with the food Special plastic utensils designed for use in microwave ovens are available from good retail outlets Melamine is not suitable as it absorbs energy and heats up 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 Suitable containers for microwave ovens Roasting bags and tubes can also be used Roasting tubes should be about 40 cm longer and roasting bags about 20 cm longer than the food being roasted and carefully tied with string Turn the ends over and secure them The bag should be pierced according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use metal clips plastic clips containing metal parts or paper ties containing wire There
20. ating Some suggested uses Pre heat the gourmet plate directly on the turntable for 5 minutes at 450 W Grill 9 Fish fingers frozen 150 g 2 tbsp oil Xi 3 4 minutes each side F3 Hamburgers 2 burgers 2 tbsp oil 3j 3 4 minutes each side Croquette potatoes frozen 10 12 2 tbsp oil 6 8 minutes turning halfway through Fillet steak approx 200 g 5 minutes each side according to taste Pizza frozen 300 g 35 7 9 minutes Pizza fresh without pre heating xi 15 minutes approx depending on topping 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 Now place the gourmet plate back on the turntable and brown for approx 3 minutes per side at 450 W Grill Other fillings could include drained tuna fish finely sliced onion rings pineapple cheese and ham Vegetable medley Serves 3 2 onions 2 tbsp oil 100 g mushrooms cleaned 150 g baby carrots or carrot slices 100 g broccoli florets 1
21. ay directly into the food All food contains moisture molecules which when subjected to microwave energy start to oscillate 2 5 thousand million times a second The friction caused by this vibration creates heat which first starts developing around the outside of the food and then slowly penetrates towards the centre The moisture fat and sugar content of food will affect the speed at which it is cooked As heat is produced directly in the food food can generally be cooked without adding much liquid or cooking oil cooking reheating and defrosting in a microwave oven is quicker than using conventional methods nutrients such as vitamins and minerals are generally retained the colour texture and taste of food are not impaired Microwaves stop being produced as soon as the cooking process is interrupted or the appliance door is opened When the appliance is in operation the closed sealed door prevents microwaves escaping from the appliance Operating modes What can a microwave oven do In the microwave oven food is cooked reheated or defrosted quickly You can use your 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 for proving dough melting chocolate and butter
22. boiling rod ensures that bubbles are produced and that liquids heat evenly To avoid fuelling any flames do not open the oven door if smoke occurs in the oven interior Interrupt the process by pressing the Stop C button twice Switch off at the wall socket and where applicable remove the plug Do not open the door until the smoke has dispersed Never heat undiluted alcohol in the oven as this can easily ignite Fire hazard Do not heat up tins in the microwave oven Pressure can build up and they may explode resulting in injury or damage Cover any food which is left in the oven to be kept hot as moisture in the food could lead to corrosion damage in the oven This also prevents the food from drying out Try to avoid the interior walls being splashed with food or liquids containing salt If it does happen wipe these away thoroughly to avoid corrosion on the stainless steel surface 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 cream pots with the tinfoil lid only partially removed Such items could be damaged or cause a fire hazard The rack and gourmet plate supplied with the appliance are designed to be compatible with microwaves and can therefore be used for grilling with or without th
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24. button pressed in m While holding the START button pressed in alter the time with the time selector to max 15 minutes The altered programme runs when the START button is released An interruption to the power supply will cancel any altered programmed times and they will need to be entered again 26 System lock The system lock prevents the appliance being used by children for example To activate the system lock m Press and hold the Stop C button until an audible tone sounds and the key symbol appears in the display The key symbol will go out after a short time The key symbol reappears whenever any button or one of the rotary selectors is operated After an interruption to the mains power supply the system lock will need to be re activated To cancel the system lock m Press the Stop C button again and hold it pressed in until an audible tone sounds Operation Minute minder 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 m Press the A button 0 00 flashes in the display and the A symbol lights up m Use the time selector to set the minute minder time you require m Press the START button to start the minute minder The minute minder time will start itself after a few seconds if the START button is not pressed m At the end of the minute minder time an audible tone sounds The time of day reapp
25. cooking duration by The area on the ceiling around the grill becomes discoloured over time This is an unavoidable consequence of use and does not impair the function of the appliance in any way Operation Grilling Combination mode To change a cooking duration Microwave Grill The cooking duration entered can be This function is very good for baking changed during operation if required and browning The microwave cooks Interrupt the process by pressing the the food and the grill browns it Stop C button and change the duration To continue press the START The grill can be combined with one of button three different microwave power levels 150 300 and 450 Watt The cooking duration can also be It is possible during the cooking extended during operation by pressing process to switch between the different the START button once for each minute power levels without interrupting the you wish to extend the cooking duration programme by m Use the programme selector to select the required combination Ed amp or the microwave power level and the grill symbol C7 will light up in the display 0 00 will flash m Select a cooking duration using the time selector m Press the START button An audible tone will sound at the end of the process 29 Gourmet plate Use The gourmet plate gets extremely hot when in use Always use oven gloves when handling it
26. d add to the egg mixture Sift together the flour and the baking powder stir in the chocolate chips and fold into the mixture Spread the mixture into the gourmet plate Scatter the drained pineapple over the mixture and sprinkle over the sugar and desiccated coconut Place the gourmet plate on the turntable Bake the cake for approx 10 minutes at 450 W Grill until golden Cut into 8 slices 34 Quick almond tart For the pastry 100 g plain flour level tsp baking powder 75 g butter or margarine 30 g sugar Filling 75 g butter 100 g chopped almonds Few drops of almond essence 30 g sugar packet vanilla sugar 75 ml double cream To spread over the top 50 g apricot jam Mix together the flour baking powder butter and sugar and knead to a smooth dough Roll out the mixture into the gourmet plate and build up the edges to 1 cm Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and bake the pastry for approx 4 minutes at 450 W Grill For the filling melt the butter in a pan on the hob stir in the rest of the ingredients and simmer for approx 5 minutes Whilst still hot spoon the mixture into the pastry case Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and bake the tart for approx 5 minutes at 450 W Grill until golden When cool spread with apricot jam Cut into 8 slices Operation Automatic programmes All of the automatic programmes are weight dependent After selecting a programme enter t
27. d dressings 125 ml 150 1 2 Heat uncovered on a gentle heat Tempering citrus 150g 150 1 2 Place on a plate do not cover fruits Bacon 100 g 900 2 3 Place on kitchen paper do not cover Softening ice 500g 150 2 Place open ice cream container cream in microwave Warming plates 4 plates 900 2 3 Do not heat plates with metal rim or decoration in microwave Skinning tomatoes 3 tomatoes 450 6 7 Cut a cross shape into the top of each tomato cover and heat in a little water The skins will slip off easily Take care as the tomatoes may get very hot Strawberry jam 300 g strawberries 900 7 9 Mix the fruit and sugar in a deep 300 g jam sugar container cover and cook Defrosting and 2 rolls 150 Grill 1 2 Place uncovered on the rack baking bread rolls Grill 4 6 turning halfway through The information given in this chart is intended only as a guide 44 Cleaning and care Disconnect the microwave oven from the power supply before cleaning e g switch off atthe socket and remove the plug Oven interior and inside of the door The oven interior can get hot during use To avoid the danger of being burnt wait until it has cooled down before cleaning It should be cleaned after each use Waiting too long can make cleaning unnecessarily difficult and in some cases impossible In certain circumstances very heavy soiling can even damage the appliance The oven interior and door interior can be cleaned using a damp
28. de Strange noises are heard when the microwave oven is being used Check whether m the food is covered with aluminium foil If so remove it m 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 m Set the correct time of day food cools down too quickly In the microwave oven food begins to cook from the outside first the inside of the food relying on the slower conduction of heat If food is cooked at a high power level itis possible that the heat may not have reached the centre of the food so it is hot on the outside but cold in the centre During standing time heat is transferred to the centre of the food This may leave the food warm in the middle but cool on the outside When reheating food with different densities such as plated meals it is therefore sensible to start with a low power level and lengthen the duration required 50 the microwave switches itself off during a cooking reheating or defrosting programme There may be insufficient air circulation Check whether m the air inlet or outlet is blocked Remove any objects if necessary The appliance switches off automatically in cases of overheating Cooking can be continued after a cooling down
29. e microwave function N B Do not use the rack for Microwave solo Do not use the rack and the gourmet plate at the same time This will damage the gourmet plate Always place the gourmet plate directly on the turntable Do not use the cover with the gourmet plate as the cover will get too hot Do not leave the oven unattended when reheating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic paper or other inflammable materials Before using single use plastic containers make sure they are suitable for use in microwave ovens See appropriate section Eggs can only be cooked in their shells in the microwave oven in a specially designed egg boiling device available from specialist shops Similarly hard boiled eggs should not be reheated in the microwave oven as this may lead to the eggs bursting even after they have been taken out of the oven Eggs can be cooked without their shells using microwave heat only if the yolk membrane has been punctured several times first The pressure could otherwise cause the egg yolk to explode Danger of injury Food with a thick skin or peel such as tomatoes sausages jacket potatoes and aubergines should be pierced or the skin cut in several places before cooking to allow steam to escape and prevent the food from bursting Do not reheat food in the oven in heat retaining bags which are intended for normal ovens These heat retaining bags usually contain a thin layer
30. e the appliance If the door has been closed for 20 minutes or longer when the START button is pressed the word door will appear in the display to remind you to open the door and make sure there is food in the oven before you press START You cannot start a process until you do this Operation Interrupting or re starting a programme At any time you can interrupt a programme m Press the Stop C button or open the appliance door The time stops counting down continue the programme m 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 m select a new level the time set is too short or too long you can m interrupt the programme press the Stop C button once use the time selector to set a new time and continue the programme press the START button or alternatively m the cooking duration can be increased by pressing the START button during operation Each time the START button is pressed the cooking duration is increased by another minute Exception the increased cooking time is in increments of 30 seconds when the microwave is being used on maximum power To cancel a programme m Press the Stop C button twice At the end of a programme An audible tone will sound when the cooking programme is complete The oven interior lighting
31. ears and the A symbol flashes m Press the Stop C button once and the A symbol disappears Altering a minute minder entry m Press the Stop C button The minute minder time is interrupted m Set a new minute minder time as described above Minute minder cooking function The minute minder can be used at the same time as a cooking function and counts down in the background m Press the A button whilst the cooking function is in progress 0 00 flashes in the display and the A symbol lights up m Use the time selector to set the minute minder time you require m After a few seconds the minute minder time set will begin to count down A few seconds later the display will change again to show the cooking duration counting down The minute minder time is represented by the A symbol in the background The START button is not used in this instance to start the minute minder as pressing the START button would also increase the cooking duration by a minute To find out the minute minder time remaining m Press the A button The minute minder time still remaining will show in the display 27 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 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 cut
32. ecialist shops Eggs can burst even after they have been taken out of the oven Eggs can be cooked without their shells in the microwave oven only if the yolk membrane has been punctured several times first The pressure could otherwise cause the egg yolk to explode After cooking Be careful when removing a dish from the oven It may be hot 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 Allow food to stand for a few minutes at room temperature at the end of cooking to enable the heat to spread evenly throughout the food 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 150W 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 half way through the defrosting time To defrost meat unpack the frozen meat and place it on an upturned plate in a glass or china container so that the meat juice can run off and be collected Turn halfway through defrosting After defrosting Allow the food to stand at room temperature for a few minutes after defrosting to enable the heat to spread evenly
33. he oven floor to enable the turntable to turn smoothly m Clean the area between the turntable and the carrier 46 Do not turn the carrier manually as this could damage the drive motor Appliance front and control panel E Cloth m A microfibre E Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals It can be washed 300 times m All surfaces and controls should be cleaned using an E Cloth or warm water and a little washing up liquid applied with a soft sponge or cloth m Wipe the surfaces dry using a soft cloth To prevent the risk of scratches and damage to the surface structure of your appliance pay particular attention to the following cleaning instructions Cleaning and care Glass fronted appliances The surfaces and controls are susceptible to scratches and abrasions Avoid abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaners abrasive sponges e g pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents oven sprays Aluminium fronted appliances Aluminium is affected by the way that light falls on it by the surrounding environment and by the angle you observe it from Aluminium may suffer discolouration or damage if soiling is left on it for too long Remove any soiling straight away External surfaces c
34. he weight of the food The microwave automatically calculates the time according to the weight given 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 Automatic defrosting There are four programmes for defrosting different types of food button The standing time for each programme is approx 10 minutes Ad 1 49 Steak cutlets 0 2 1 0 kg Ad 2 amp Mince 0 2 1 0 kg Ad 3 amp Cakes 0 1 1 4 kg Ad 4 Bread 0 1 1 0 kg Automatic cooking There is one programme for frozen food and there are five programmes for fresh food The standing time for each of these programmes is approx 2 minutes Cooking food from frozen 7 S55 AC 1 Chips 0 2 0 4 kg Cooking fresh food 555 AC 1 sf Kebabs 0 2 0 8 kg AC2 amp Chicken small whole 0 9 1 8 kg AC 3 C Chicken drumsticks 0 25 1 0 kg AC 4 XD Fish pie 0 5 1 5 kg AC 5 Savoury bakes e g Potato gratin 0 5 1 5 kg AUTOMATIC m Press the relevant button repeatedly until the automatic programme required shows in the display For example to select Programme Ad 4 ec for defrosting bread press the button four times g will flash in the display to request the weight to be entered and the programme e g Ad 4 will light up together with the symbols for the functions being used f
35. he appliance Please ensure that these match the household mains supply The fuse rating is quoted on the plug Connection should be made via a fused connection unit or a fused plug and a suitable switched socket or via a suitable isolator which complies with national and local safety regulations and the on off switch should be easily accessible after the appliance has been installed If it is installed via an isolator switch connection must be carried out by an electrician When switched off there must be an all pole gap of 3 mm in the isolator switch including switch fuses and relays acc to EN 60335 If the switch is not accessible after installation depending on country an additional means of disconnection must be provided for all poles 52 For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device with a trip current of 30 mA WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug as applicable to the design of plug fitted Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating Replacement fuses and fuse covers can be purchased from
36. hich can cause the bottle or container to explode posing a severe risk of injury Danger of injury 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 Shake or stir baby milk and food thoroughly after heating and try it for temperature to ensure that it will not scald the baby When heating food and drink remember that the heat is created in the food itself and that the container will normally be cooler The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food Warning and Safety instructions When heating liquids the boiling rod provided should always be placed into the container When heating liquids milk sauces etc in the oven without the boiling rod the boiling point of the liquid may be reached without the production of typical bubbles The liquid does not boil evenly throughout This so called boiling delay can cause a sudden build up of bubbles when the container is removed from the oven or shaken which can lead to the liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively Danger of burning The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the pressure forces the oven door open with a danger of burning The
37. inkle over the meat Turn the meat so it is well coated with the herbs and spices and leave to stand for approx 30 minutes Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and pre heat for approx 5 minutes at 450 W Grill Remove from the oven melt the butter in the heated plate then add the meat Place the plate back on the turntable and cook for approx 4 minutes at 450 W Grill Turn the meat and cook for a further 4 minutes at the same setting Drain surplus liquid from the meat if necessary so that it browns well Fisherman s salmon Serves 2 2 pieces of salmon fillet each 150 g 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt white pepper Drizzle the salmon with the lemon juice and leave to stand for approx 10 minutes Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and pre heat for approx 5 minutes at 450 W Grill Remove from the oven pat the fish dry with kitchen paper and place on the gourmet plate Place the gourmet plate back on the turntable and cook for approx 1 2 minutes per side at 450 W Grill Serve with rice hollandaise sauce or melted butter and a fresh green salad 33 Gourmet plate Pineapple cake For the cake 2 eggs 80 g sugar 1 ripe bananas 30 g chocolate chips 100 g plain flour 3 tsp baking powder Topping 1 tin pineapple chunks drained weight 240 g 1 tbsp brown sugar 11 5 tosp desiccated coconut Beat together the eggs and sugar until frothy Mash the bananas with a fork an
38. inutes before START is pressed START is then blocked 50 The door message does not appear P 4 Audible tone 5 The audible tone sounds briefly as a reminder every 5 minutes for 20 minutes after the end of the programme 50 The audible tone is deactivated P 5 Demo mode 5 0 Demo mode is deactivated When demo for dealer mode is deactivated _ _ appears briefly showroom use only in the display 51 The microwave is set to the showroom demo mode When a button or selector is operated fiES_ shows briefly in the display The appliance can be operated but the microwave and grill functions do not come on P B Factory default 5 Factory default settings have been restored or have not been changed 50 Factory default settings have been changed 40 Reheating Select the following microwave power levels to reheat food Food for babies and toddlers 450 W 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 Pasteurised or sterilised cooked food should be gently heated at 450 W and tasted to make sure it is not too hot for a baby s palate before serving When reheating other food or drink heat to a high temperature and allow to cool to a suitable heat for eating For formula milk follow the manufacturer s instructions Tips on rehea
39. isplay amp 2 Rotary selector for microwave power grill and combination programmes amp 3 Rotary selector to enter time and weight amp 4 Automatic programme buttons amp 9 Time of day button amp 6 Minute minder button A Memory button to save a 1 3 stage programme sequence dd Stop cancel button amp 9 Start button Add a minute button Quick start button programmable Door release button o Description of the appliance Accessories supplied Cover The cover supplied must only be used Grilling tack in the Microwave solo mode The grilling rack can be used for all It prevents the food from drying out and functions with and without the oven from becoming dirty and it microwave power except for accelerates the heating process Microwave solo mode Boiling rod To avoid the grilling rack being used inadvertently with Microwave solo it should not be kept inside the microwave oven When heating liquids the boiling rod provided should always be placed in the container It helps liquids to heat evenly Glass tray The glass tray is suitable for use with all cooking functions When grilling directly on the rack the glass tray should be placed underneath the rack to catch any fat or juices Gourmet plate The gourmet plate is a round non stick grilling plate It can be used to heat snacks or small meals quickly whilst maintaining crispness Caring for the environment Disposal of the p
40. ity of containers please contact the supplier This test cannot be used to check whether items with hollow knobs or handles are suitable for use with microwave power Suitable containers for microwave ovens The cover prevents too much steam escaping especially when cooking foods which need longer to cook such as potatoes shortens and evens out the cooking process prevents food from drying out prevents any loss of aroma helps keep the oven interior clean Always cover food with the cover supplied Alternatively use lids or covers made of microwave safe glass or plastic or use a clingfilm recommended for use in a microwave oven pierce as instructed by the manufacturer Heat can cause normal clingfilm to distort and fuse with the food Sealed glass containers such as jars of baby food must be opened before they are placed in the oven 20 Do not use a lid or cover if food coated with breadcrumbs is being cooked cooking meals which are to be given a crisp finish the gourmet plate is being used Because the cover can only withstand temperatures of up to 110 C it must only be used in microwave solo mode It must not be used in conjunction with the gourmet plate At temperatures in excess of 110 C the plastic can melt and get into the food The cover should not form a seal with the container If the cover is used with a container which on
41. ly has a narrow diameter there might not be enough room for condensation to escape through the holes in the top The cover could get too hot and could start to melt Before using for the first time m Check the appliance for any Important damage After unpacking let the appliance stand for approx 2 hours at room Do not use the microwave if temperature after transporting it to the door is warped its final location before connecting it the door hinges are loose to the mains holes or cracks are visible in the casing the door or the oven interior This is important for the correct walls electronic functioning of the appliance Operating the appliance with this type of damage will result in microwave leakage and present a hazard to the user m Remove all the packaging materials from the appliance m Clean the inside of the oven and all the accessories with warm water applied with a well wrung out soft sponge or cloth gt nm Do not remove the cover to the microwave outlet inside the oven nor the film covering the inside of m Stick the enclosed short instructions the door to the frame behind the door as illustrated making sure they do not block any of the vents 21 Time of day display Setting the time of day m Connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply 12 00 and the symbol will flash in the display until the current time of
42. od for babies and small children stir the food or shake the container and check that the temperature does not pose any danger Double check after it has been left to stand 41 Cooking Place the food in a microwave proof dish and cover it When cocking itisa 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 Fresh vegetables contain more water than vegetables which have been stored and usually cook more quickly Add a little water to vegetables which have been kept stored Food taken straight from the refrigerator takes longer to cook than food which has been kept at room temperature Stir or turn food from time to time during cooking to help it cook more evenly Ensure that food such as meat and fish are thoroughly cooked for an appropriate length of time 42 Food with a thick skin or peel such as tomatoes sausages jacket potatoes and aubergines should be pierced or the skin cut in several places before cooking to allow steam to escape and to prevent the food from bursting Eggs can only be cooked in their shells in the microwave oven in a specially designed egg boiling device available from sp
43. or Microwave and for Grill m Use the rotary selector to enter the weight m 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 amp 9 and or A An audible tone will sound halfway through the cooking time m interrupt the programme to turn or stir the food and then continue the programme 35 Operation Automatic programmes The programmed time can if necessary be extended by a few minutes during operation by pressing the START button repeatedly until the time required shows in the display On all programmes it is only possible to extend the time by a few minutes An audible tone will sound when the cooking programme is complete The interior lighting of the oven goes out 36 Saving your favourite programme One favourite programme can be saved in memory 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 m First select the function for the first stage m hen select the duration m Press button M 1 will light up in the display and 2 will flash m hen select the second function and duration m Press button M again 2 will light up in the display and 3 will flash m Now select the third function and duration and
44. period If the microwave oven switches itself off repeatedly please call the Miele Service Department If it is not possible to remedy a fault by following the instructions given above on no account open the appliance casing This microwave oven should only be repaired by a suitably qualified technician trained by Miele 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 Service Department see back cover for contact details When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department 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 Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes 51 Electrical connection IRL U K ZA Before connecting the appliance ensure that it has not been damaged in any way Do not use a damaged appliance Electrical connection 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 The voltage and connected load are given on the data plate which is located inside the door to t
45. ream 2 tbsp brandy Cut the pork into 4 slices Season each slice with salt and pepper and wrap in a rasher of streaky bacon Secure with a cocktail stick if necessary Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and pre heat for approx 5 minutes at 450 W Grill Remove from the oven add the butter to the plate and place the pork slices on top Now place the gourmet plate back on the turntable and cook for approx 3 minutes per side at 450 W Grill Transfer the meat to a serving dish cover and keep warm Add the mushrooms cream and brandy to the juices from the meat Lightly cook for approx 4 minutes at 900 W Serve with the meat Pork fillet in a Roquefort sauce Cut a piece of pork fillet into 4 slices Cook for approx 4 minutes in the pre heated gourmet dish at 450 W Grill Add 50 ml white wine 125 ml double cream 2 tbsp roux made from 1 tbsp each of flour and melted butter and 150 g Roquefort cheese Stir the sauce until smooth and cook for a further 3 minutes 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 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 spr
46. red pepper 1 tomato Salt pepper 30 g grated Parmesan cheese Slice the onions into fine rings Half quarter and deseed the pepper and then cut into strips Dice the tomato Place the gourmet plate on the turntable and pre heat for approx 5 minutes at 450 W Grill Remove from the oven and add the oil and the onions Place the gourmet plate back on the turntable and brown the onions for approx 2 minutes at 450 W Grill Add the mushrooms carrots broccoli pepper strips diced tomato and seasoning Mix well Cook for 6 minutes at 450 W Grill Turn out and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving 31 Gourmet plate Home made potato r sti Serves 2 400 g peeled potatoes 2 small onions 50 g grated Emmental cheese Salt pepper 20 g butter 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 Melt the butter on the hot gourmet plate Remove from the oven add the potato mixture and press it into the gourmet plate Place the gourmet plate back on the turntable and cook for approx 8 minutes at 450 W Grill Turn over and cook for a further 4 minutes until golden Garnish with smoked salmon or strips of ham 32 Pork fillets Serves 2 1 piece pork fillet approx 400 g 4 rashers streaky bacon Salt pepper 10 g butter 200 g sliced mushrooms 200 ml double c
47. rk surface or table and prevent heat marks Browning dishes should only be used in a microwave oven or as a serving dish In a conventional oven the special glaze would suffer damage Disposal of your old appliance Before disposing of your old appliance first make it unusable Disconnect it from the mains cut off the cable near the appliance and cut off and render any plug unusable This should be done by a competent person The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Modes of operation How does the microwave oven function 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 Microwaves can penetrate porcelain glass cardboard and plastics but not metal Do not therefore use utensils made of metal or which contain metal for example in the form of gold or silver trim The metal reflects the microwaves and this could lead to the creation of sparks The microwaves cannot be absorbed Microwaves pass through a suitable container and find their w
48. s tomatoes or ketchup may occur This discolouration is irreversible but does not affect the stability of the cover 48 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 Glass tray The glass tray can be washed by hand using a solution of hot water and washing up liquid or in a dishwasher Do not use abrasive cleaning agents Gourmet plate Clean the gourmet plate with hot water and a cloth with a little washing up liquid to remove any grease Do not use wire wool or abrasive sponges agressive or abrasive cleaning agents The gourmet plate is not suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher If the gourmet plate has been used to prepare foods with a strong aroma you can neutralise any odours by adding some water and lemon juice to the gourmet plate and heating in the microwave at maximum power for a few minutes Rinse the gourmet plate afterwards with clean water Problem solving guide 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 Service Department What
49. s of fish and meat should usually be turned half way through grilling for even results Larger chunkier pieces should be turned several times Grilling times depend on the type and thickness of the food and on the user s preference for a rare or well cooked result When grilling directly on the rack the glass tray should be placed underneath the rack to catch any fat or juices m Place the food in a suitable dish m Place the glass tray the rack and glass tray or the dish containing the food on the turntable Caution The rack and glass tray become hot during use Danger of burning The glass tray and grill rack will be easier to clean if washed in soapy water immediately after grilling Grilling without the Microwave function Ideal for grilling thin cuts of meat e g steak or sausages 28 m Turn the power selector to M The grill symbol M will light up in the display 0 00 will flash m Select a cooking duration using the time selector m Press the START button An audible tone will sound at the end of the process To change a cooking duration The cooking duration can be changed during operation To do this interrupt the cooking programme by pressing the Stop C button and change the duration Continue the cooking process by pressing 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
50. then press the M button After this third step you can use the M button to scroll through your entry and check it m When you have finished programming turn the power selector to the 12 o clock position m Start the programme to save the entry Only ever run the entire programme with food in the appliance If there is no food in the appliance then press the Stop C button twice as soon as you have started it so that the appliance is not damaged by having no food in it 1 and 2 stage programmes can be saved in the same way the programming process is finished when the programme selector is in the 12 o clock position and the START button has been pressed while pressing the M button shows the next stage Changing an entry m Entering a new programme overrides the previously saved programme 37 Saving your favourite programme To call up your favourite programme m Turn the programme selector to the 12 o clock position m Press the M button m Press the START button In the event of a power cut the favourite programme is no longer saved and must be re entered 38 Changing the settings Some of the standard settings for the The other settings can be changed in appliance which are set atthe factory the same way have an alternative which you can select if required m When you have finished making the changes you require press the Please consult the chart for the different Stop C button op
51. throughout the food Defrosting followed by reheating or cooking Deep frozen food can be defrosted and immediately reheated or cooked After defrosting select 900 W followed by 450 W Remove the food from its packaging and place in a covered microwave proof dish for defrosting and reheating or cooking Exception Minced meat should be left uncovered while cooking Soups stew and vegetables should be stirred several times during the process Carefully separate and turn slices of meat halfway through the programme Turn pieces of fish at the halfway stage After defrosting followed by reheating or cooking Allow the food to stand at room temperature for a few minutes to enable the heat to spread evenly throughout the food 43 Some suggested uses Food Quantity Micro Time Notes wave in power minutes level in watts Melting butter and 100g 450 1 00 1 15 Do not cover margarine Melting chocolate 100 g 450 3 00 3 30 Do not cover Stir halfway through melting Dissolving gelatine 1 packet 4 450 0 15 0 30 Do not cover 5 tbsp water Stir halfway through dissolving Preparing flan 1 packet 450 4 5 Do not cover topping jelly glaze 250 ml liquid Stir halfway through heating Yeast dough Made with 100 g 80 3 5 Cover and leave to prove flour Popcorn 1 tbsp 20 g 900 3 4 Place popcorn in a 1 litre popcorn container cover and cook Sala
52. ting Always use a lid or cover for reheating food except when a drier finish is needed e g breaded poultry meat Always remove the lids from jars especially jars of baby food Remove the rubber teat and screw cap before warming baby bottles When reheating liquids place the boiling rod supplied with the appliance into the cup or glass Never reheat hard boiled eggs in a microwave oven even without the shell The eggs can burst Food taken straight from the refrigerator will take longer to reheat than food stored 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 food from time to time during cooking Stir the food from the outside towards the middle as food heats more quickly from the outside After reheating Be careful when removing a dish from the oven It may be hot 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 Allow food to stand for a few minutes at room temperature at the end of a reheating process to enable the heat to spread evenly throughout the food After heating food especially fo
53. tions The factory settings are marked with a star on the chart Proceed as follows The altered settings are retained after a power cut m Press and hold the C and M buttons at the same time until P and amp light up in the display Then release them If you press them for too long the time of day will appear again in the display m Use the time selector to select the setting that you wish to change P I to P 5 and P 0 Turn it until the setting required shows in the display m hen press the M button to call up the setting 5 will appear in the display to show that the setting can be changed m Turn the time selector if you wish to change the setting see chart and confirm your entry by pressing the M button for P 5 and P O press and hold the M button for approx 4 seconds The change is then stored in memory P will appear in the display again together with the number for the setting 39 Changing the settings Setting Settings available factory default P Night time switch off 5 Night time switch off is deactivated 51 Night time switch off is activated The time of day display is switched off from 11 pm to 4 am P 2 Automatic warming 5 The automatic warming function is activated function 5 The automatic warming function is deactivated P 3 door message 5 i The door message appears if the door has not been opened during the 20 m
54. 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 o Searing browning food m When using the gourmet plate make sure that the food is ready to transfer to the gourmet plate as soon as it has heated up m Place the gourmet plate directly on the turntable Do not place it on the rack as this could cause sparking and damage the gourmet plate m Heat the plate up on 450 W Grill amp for approx 5 minutes o If using oil you can either heat up the oil on the gourmet plate or you can heat the oil separately and then add it to the plate Butter however should always be added after heating up the gourmet plate It has a lower burning point than oil and would get too dark or burn if added too soon Always dry meat poultry fish and vegetables thoroughly before placing them on the gourmet plate 30 Do not use the gourmet plate to cook eggs or reheat cooked eggs The eggs can burst The gourmet plate has an easy to clean anti stick coating so that food can be removed easily The coating is susceptible to cuts and scratches Therefore do not cut food up directly on the plate Use wooden or plastic utensils to mix or turn food Metallic or sharp objects can damage the co
55. to do if 8 programme will not start Check whether m the appliance door is closed properly m the system lock has been activated see System lock m the appliance is plugged into the mains supply and switched on at the socket m the mains fuse has blown call a qualified electrician or the Service Department if it has See After sales service a noise can be heard after a cooking programme This is not a fault The cooling fan will continue to run for a while after the oven has been switched off to dispel any moisture from the oven and prevent it settling on the control panel or surrounding furniture It will switch off automatically the display does not light up Check whether m the time of day display has been switched off press and hold the button for a few seconds m the time of day display has been programmed to switch off at night the turntable does not turn smoothly m Check whether the area underneath the roller ring is clean m Check whether the surfaces between the turntable and the carrier are Clean Remove any soiling lt food is not adequately defrosted heated or cooked at the end of the selected cooking duration m Check whether the correct power level was selected for the duration set The lower the power level the longer the duration required m Check whether the programme has been interrupted and not restarted 49 Problem solving gui
56. u 31 Operation Automatic programmes les e lessen 35 Automatic deff stihg saa kg svp 220 keke Sal oe ek 35 Automatic COOKING id aa agak oad de eave beaded Re E Le Burke bees 35 Saving your favourite programme 0 0 0002s 37 Changing the settings 0 00 0 eee 39 hehealllig ooo ee ees ee eee cena o e E e ees ee eee ds 41 COOKING RE a e teda sad ida Ves e ed es 42 Defrosting Defrosting and reheating or cooking 43 Some suggested uses iilii llis 44 Cleaning and Care ils 45 Oven interior and inside of the door 02 0 0 iilis 45 Appliance front and control panel eee 46 ACCESSONES supplied 1 iuh crees a Dae ule A P oro Fu a ee ets ad 48 Problem solving guide eee 49 After sales service lille 51 Electrical connection IRL U K ZA cc oo onen 52 Electrical connection AUS NZ a 53 Installation coss ee tended ee eed eee desde Peo vee dee awe S 54 Description of the appliance Oven interior and accessories Oven door 2 Door locking mechanism 3 Grill browning element Control panel Turntable Grilling rack Glass tray 8 Gourmet plate 9 Cover 49 Boiling rod Description of the appliance Control panel Fo f N e JA Electronic timer and clock d
57. y meals in aluminium foil dishes These can be defrosted and reheated in the microwave oven if recommended by the manufacturer However as food is only heated from the top it is better to remove the food from the aluminium foil container and transfer it to a dish suitable for a microwave oven The heat distribution will be more even If sparks and arcing occur when using an aluminium container stop and transfer the food to a microwave safe container Suitable containers for microwave ovens 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 Metal meat skewers or clamps These should only be used if they are very small in comparison to the size of the cut of meat Glassware Heat resistant glass or ceramic glass are ideal for use in the microwave oven Crystal glass contains lead which could cause the glass to crack Glass dishes with a milled rim are also subject to this risk Both are unsuitable Porcelain Porcelain is a suitable material Do not use porcelain with gold or silver edging or items with hollow knobs or handles as insufficient ventilation may cause pressure Earthenware Decorated e
58. y regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work The appliance is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when itis switched off at the wall socket and the plug removed the mains fuse is disconnected or the screw out fuse is removed in countries where this is applicable This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships caravans aircraft etc if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee Use Always ensure that food is sufficiently heated Many factors will affect the overall cooking time including the size and amount of food its initial temperature changes to the recipe and the shape and size of cooking container Some foods may contain micro organisms which are only destroyed by thorough cooking therefore when cooking or reheating foods e g poultry it is particularly important that food is fully cooked through at temperatures over 70 C for more than 10 minutes If in doubt select a longer cooking or reheating time
59. your local electrical supplier If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by a Miele approved Service Technician only This appliance conforms with European Standard EN 55011 as a Group 2 Class B product Group 2 appliances use high frequency energy in the form of electro magnetic waves to create heat in food Class B is assigned to appliances that are suitable for domestic use Electrical connection AUS NZ Before connecting the appliance ensure that it has not been damaged in any way Do not use a damaged appliance All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations 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 The voltage and connected load are given on the data plate which is located inside the door to the appliance Please ensure that these match the household mains supply Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket or via a suitable isolator which complies with national and local safety regulations and the on off switch should be easily accessible after the appliance has been installed If it is installed via an isolator switch connection must be carried out by an electrician For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device with a trip current of 30 mA WARNING THIS AP

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