Hotpoint MWHZ33 User's Manual
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1. 5 El Adjust the length of cooking time B QO and if included in the mode the 1 ZZ microwave power level and the f v oven temperature as shown in the Poco 5 l preceding paragraph par 2 2 e o O P Press the lt START key 13 O Qe The passage from defrosting to cooking will be signalled by a signal ef Be STE a ER EMERE 830 bi C INSIDE INSIDE c3 ce C Wo e Je eL Je 88 17 2 4 RECALLING THE PRE MEMORISED RECIPES AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS KEYS for key references see page 5 E Press the desired Automatic Functions key O O O The indicators of the length and temperature set will flash on the dis play and the pre memorised mode and power level indicators will come on Refer to paragraph 4 8 in order to choose the most suitable menu O Qe Press the lt START key 13 in order to start cooking eC END will appear on the display pp play AR At the end of the time set 3 long beeps will be heard and the word 2 5 QUICK REHEAT This mode is very useful for heating small quantities of food or drink e Press lt gt START key 13 the oven will come on for 30 seconds at full power By pressing the lt gt START key again the time will extend by 30 seconds intervals up to 3 minutes e This mode is activated onl2. LOW WIRE RACK Fan Oven Only mode for all types of traditional cooking especially cakes HIGH WIRE RACK Grill Only mode for all types of grilled food TURNTABLE and TURNTABLE SUP PORT The turntable and its support are used for all the modes except for the pasta mode RECTANGULAR RACK Only for ventilated oven For all types of traditional cooking in large sized rectangular casserole dishes Naturally the food must be stirred and turned during the cook ing process Position this rack directly on the bottom of the oven The rotating plate H can be left in place This rack cannot be used for microwave cooking MEDIUM WIRE RACK Microwave only function For all types of cooking on two levels AT THE SAME TIME e g large amounts of food or different foods See the instructions on page 30 Combined microwave and fan oven mode and microwave grill for rapid cooking of meat pota toes some leavened cakes and desserts and gratin ed dishes for example baked lasagne PASTA COOKER and COOKER SUPPORT Support to be used with pasta cooker only 1 8 OVENWARE TO USE In the Microwave Only and Microwave Combined modes all types of containers in glass preferably ceramics china and clay may be used provided that they are undecorated and free of metal parts i e gilt trim mings handles feet etc Heat resistant plastic containers can also be used but only for Microwave Only cooki
3. Hotpoint Instructions for Installation and Use Model no MWHZ33 To the Installer Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this book The information can be found on the rating plate To the User You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference Data and instruction for Performance Tests according to IEC 60705 and EN 60705 1999 04 The International Electrotechnical Commission SC 59H has developed a Standard for comparative testing of heating performances of microwave ovens We recommend the following for this oven Test Nr on Power Oven Standing ltem Duration Function temp Weight time Note E The upper surface shall be evaluated after the standing 12 3 1 99 16 min only mw 1000 W 750gr 5min time The inner custard evaluation shall be conducted custard after two hours Use the borosilicate glass container stated in the Sponge Standard max dia 210 mm or a jns glass 12 3 2 P dia 6 only mw 1000 W 475 gr 5 dia 210 mm height 50 mm and wall thick 6 mm Put container low wire rack placed on the turntable Cover the container with dling film and pierce the film Use rectangular borosilicate glass container stated 12 3 3 Meatloaf 20 min onlymw 750W 900 gr Smin the
4. INTRODUCTION The pasta cooker accessory can be used to cook all types of pasta maintaining its nutritional value This new and exclusive system reduces cooking time and simplifies preparation avoiding the need to add the pasta once the water has come to the boil mix it during cooking or raise the cover to avoid the foam boiling over Before using for the first time wash all pasta cooker accessories with water and washing up liquid or in a dishwasher 3 2 USING THE COOKER AND SETTING THE CONTROLS 1 Remove turntable and turntable support with wheels I from the oven Position the pasta cooker support as shown in the figure inserting the three pins into the three holes in the bottom of the cavity Ihe word PASTA should face the front Insert the shaft into the hole in the bottom of the container To lock the shaft push upwards and rotate until the two teeth protrude from the slots this can be facilitated by looking from the inside of the container Insert the mixer into the central housing making sure the blades are in contact with the bottom and not raised excessively Add the pasta to the container 400 g taking care not to exceed the L2 level on the mixer Whole spaghetti must be positioned in the special compartment illustrated in the figure Make sure the spaghetti are not raised 20 Level the pasta by shaking the container gently Pour in the water
5. knob 211 amp 14 1800 In order to choose the length of RV cooking time always refer to the Je tables shown in Chapter 3 b FUNCTION POWER LEVEL QO Oxo In the modes 800 150 300 500 750 1000 C INSIDE C3 Microwave Only Combined Microwave Fan Oven Combined Microwave Grill Select the power level of the microwave by repeatedly pressing the POWER LEVEL 5 key until it begins to flash the power desired expressed in numbers Watt above the display 2 on the bottom In order to select the power always refer to the tables shown in Chapter 3 Note it is not necessary to select any level of power for the Automatic Defrosting mode in the Combined Microwave Fan Oven mode the maximum microwave power which can selected is 750 Watts it is possible to modify the power set even during cooking simply by pressing the POWER LEVEL key 5 15 In the modes O Combined microwave fan oven 2 1 11 50 FUNCTION POWER LEVEL 5 ann Fan oven only 1900 150 300 500 750 1000 epage Select the cooking temperature by repeatedly pressing the 4 key 4 until display 2 below shows the desired temperature In order to select the temperature always refer to the tables shown in Chapter 3 Note once the cooking has started display 2 will show the increase in real temperature inside the oven once the temperat
6. page 1 4 Important safety warnings page 135 Technical dilucide itii ace page 1 6 Installation and Electrical Connection page 1 7 Accessories supplied iris isi eroi page 1 8 Ovenware to use page 1 9 General rules suggestions for using the oven page CHAP 2 USING THE CONTROLS AND SETTING THE MODES 2 1 Setting the clock page 2 2 Programming the page 2 3 Automatic sequence for defrosting and cooking page 2 4 Recalling the pre memorised recipes Automatic Functions keys page 2 5 Quick Reheot repetito page 2 6 Child lock out page 2 7 Turntable stop page 2 8 Function Memotime 4 page CHAP 3 USING THE PASTA FUNCTION 3 T Infroduciian iiiter tees i tese tea nud page 3 2 Using the cooker and setting the controls page 3 3 Important WANING Sessea page CHAP 4 USING THE OVEN SUGGESTIONS AND COOK CHARTS AT 4 BHehsalit 4 3 Cooking starters pasta and page AA Cooking meot adie page 4 5 Cooking side dishes and vegetables page oc erstens 4 7 Cooking desserts and cakes 1 ee page
7. 4 8 Reheating cooking using the Automatic Functions page 4 9 Simultaneous cooking on 2 levels page CHAP 4 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE T ME NRI page 4 2 Maihtehcnce page 14 15 17 18 18 18 18 18 20 20 23 24 25 26 26 27 28 28 29 30 32 33 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL 1 1 DESCRIPTION D e LL g 00000000000000000 DEI EDEN SERES E ES D 7 A Grill heating element G High wire rack B Control panel H Turntable C Microwave outlet cover Turntable support D Turntable spindle Rectangular grill E Inside of door F low wire rack CD Fo Spacer wire rack at medium height level that makes it possible to cook defrost and reheot Z with microwave only function two food dishes at the same time simultaneous insertion of two plates or pans Consult the instructions given on page 55 a PASTA COOKER Hatch cover Handle Pasta container Cooker support Mixer Shaft ES 1 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL I Lt I 1 MESA LEJAEE 1 8888 150 300 500 750 1000 W C INSIDE 2 eBsso 3 2 6 2 O 15
8. Cauliflower 500 gr A 1000 10 11 Separate into florets None Cauliflower in b chamel 1000 gr 1000 7 Same cooking time as for raw cauliflower If LL cooked needs only 10 minutes with grill sauce 10 in Combined mode e Celery 500 gr a 1000 6 7 Separate into pieces None Aubergines 800 gr A 1000 5 6 Cut into cubes None Grilled aubergines 4 slices 9 11 Preheatfor 3 minutes Turn halfway through cooking High Aubergines parmigiana 1300 gr 22 1000 7 9 the aubergines may be first grilled or fried Low eLeeks 500 gr 1000 5 6 _ Leave whole None Button mushrooms 500 gr 1000 5 6 _ Leave whole and cover No need for water None Onions 250g 1000 4 5 Whole if even sized No need for water None Spinach 300 gr 1000 5 6 Cover after washing and draining None Peas 500 gr 1000 9 10 Fennel 500 gr A 1000 gt MEA lida None s Grated necs 800 gr 500 3 9 1 IIs preferable for them to be even sized low Peppers 500 gr 1000 E C into pieces None Grilled peppers Aquarders EM 3 mints Tir holiy through cooking High e Stuffed peppers 1400 gr 1000 8 Preferably ihe short braad kina Low 1000 2 9 Potatoes 500 gr 1000 EM Core None Roast potatoes fresh 500gr R 500 190 25 30 23 times Low Roast potatoes frozen 900 gr R 500 200 35 40 23 Low Potato gratin 1 1009 R
9. required to cover the pasta complete ly until it reaches one of the two levels L1 or L2 on the mixer as shown in the pictures below RIGHT The pasta is completely covered by the water at the L1 level min The pasta is completely covered by the water at the L2 level WRONG The pasta is not properly covered by the water Water level is between L1 and L2 it must be either L1 or L2 level The level of water exceeds the maximum amount of water allowed for the PASTA function over the L2 level Remember that the level of water must ALWAYS reach either Level L1 or Level L2 and must never be between the two IMPORTANT e REMEMBER TO PUT IN THE PASTA FIRST AND THEN THE WATER THE PASTA MUST BE COMPLETELY COVERED BY THE WATER OR PASTA EMERGING FROM THE WATER COULD BE OVERCOOKED AND ASSUME A BURNT COLOUR Remember that pasta increases considerably in volume during cooking If level 1 provides only minimal covera ge of the pasta eg pasta with high volume formats you are recommended to increase the water to L2 The water may be either at room temperature about 20 C or hot about 50 C The hotter the water the shorter the cooking time 21 FA Add salt 10 g salt for each liter of water and cover the container with the cover Make sure the hatch is free to open Pla
10. 750 190 C 20 see noliek Low e Courgettes 500 gr 1000 6 7 leave whole None x These indications are suitable for performing the cooking test according to Regulation 60705 Para 12 3 4 Further information including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 27 4 6 COOKING FISH Fish cooks very quickly and with excellent results It can be dressed with a little butter or oil or even left without Cover it with transparent film Naturally if it has its skin this must be scored or cut the fillets should be arranged evenly It is not advisable to cook fish breaded with egg QUANTITY FUNCTION oo NOTES SUGGESTIONS e Fillets 3009 AS 750 5 7 Covr with film None Pieces 300 gr A 750 7 9 Cover with film None Whole 500 gr RS 750 8 10 Cover with film None Whole 250 gr BS 750 5 7 Cover with film None Slices 400 gr BS 750 7 9 Cover with film None Prawns 500 gr 750 7 9 Cover with flm None Oven cooked 00gr R 150 190 30 Add oil a clove of gorlic and drop of wie wine ond Low 4 7 COOKING DESSERTS AND CAKES For cooking all cakes the oven must be preheated to the temperature shown in the table Only after reaching the tem perature set signalled by 5 beeps may the cake by placed in the oven TYPE QUANTITY FUNCTION POWER Tere mimos NOTES SUGGE
11. and a small amount of smoke This is only a result of protective substances applied to the heating element o 1 5 TECHNICAL DATA ENERGY CONSUMPTION ventilated oven only function CENELEC HD 376 norms To reach 200 To maintain a temperature of 200 for an hour Total consumption OUTPUT POWER MICROWAVE 1000 W IEC705 0 35 kWh 1 15 kWh 1 5 kWh For additional data consult the data plate placed on the front side of the appliance This appliance complies to E E C directive no 89 336 and 92 31 regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility and to directive 89 109 E E C regarding materials which come into contact with food OUTPUT POWER The microwave output power is written on the rating plate placed on the control panel see MICRO OUTPUT When you consult the tables always look up your oven s output power It will be useful also when you are consulting cook books intended for use with microwave ovens Aw LJ is NES ONLY FOR SOME MODELS The microwave output power is also indicated inside this simbol placed on the door ONLY FOR U K The letter indicates the heating category to which your oven belongs some pre cooked food packages frozen or chilled give heating instructions corresponding to the various categories Follow those instructions related to the cate gory indicated for your oven 1 6 INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1 Remove all the accessories and wash them 2 Cle
12. containers for the above cooking modes or bags or packets with metal parts Select the correct cooking mode or reduce the cooking time The food has not been completely defrosted before being cooked Select the correct cooking mode or reduce the cooking time Stir the food during cooking Remember that food cooks bet ter when cut in evenly sized pieces The turntable does not rotate Make sure the pasta support is correctly inserted in the bot tom of the oven and that the pins correspond to the relative holes The container must be correctly positioned over the pasta support 33 Hotpoint After Sales Service company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709 066 066 www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance Available 364 days of the year with a fast effective and value for money serv
13. fully 5 Slide the appliance into the recess Slide the front of the appliance over the n bar B Keep sliding it until the front of the oven G is resting against the cupboard and the holes D under the oven are aligned with the holes E in the fastening bar B 6 Fasten the appliance to the fastening bar B using the screws Important After the installation has been performed the power supply cable and the power socket must be easy to access 1 4 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference N B This oven has been designed to defrost heat and cook food in the home It must never be used for other purposes modified or tampered with in any way 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 12 13 14 15 16 WARNING If the door or door seals are damaged the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person trained by the manufacturer or by its Customer Service WARNING It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy WARNING Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwav
14. medium sized rolls 150 gr 1 2 None 3 4 medium sized rolls 300 gr 2 4 Put the bread directly onto the turntable None 3 Sliced bread 250 gr 2 4 None 3 Sliced wholemeal bread 250 gr 2 4 None 3 FRUIT Strawberries plums cherries redcurrants apricots 500 gr 8 10 Stir 2 3 times None 10 Raspberries 300 gr 5 7 Stir 2 3 times None 10 Blackberries 250 gr 3 5 Stir 2 3 times None 6 These indications are suitable for performing the minced meat defrosting test according to Regulation 60705 Par 13 3 see page 2 Turn over halfway through the set time Place directly on the turntable Further information including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 24 4 2 REHEATING Reheating food is one of the modes in which your microwave oven displays all its usefulness and efficiency Compared to tra ditional methods using a microwave obviously saves time and therefore electricity t is advisable to food especially if it is frozen to a temperature of at least 70 C it must be piping hot This means the food will not be ready to eat immediately because it is too hot but it will be completely sterilised n order to reheat pre cooked or frozen food always observe the following rules always remove the food from metal containers cover it with transparent film of the kind suitable for microwave ovens or grease proof paper so that all the natural flav
15. not incorporating a fuse the circuit must be protected by a 15 Amp fuse WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live 10 If the plug is a moulded on type the fuse cover must be re fitted when changing the fuse using a 13 Amp Asta approved fuse to BS 1362 In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must NOT be used until a replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest electrical dealer The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that as marked on the base of the plug B If your appliance is not fitted with a plug please follow the instructions provided below As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red 1 7 ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED Note The round metal racks supplied are protected by a special chrome plating which allows them to be used safely in your microwave
16. of meat and or vegetables 400 gr 5 7 suitable microwaves and cover Portion of pasta cannelloni 400 gr 2 6 8 Portions of cooked frozen food to be heated to 70 C Place the or lasagne frozen food onto the dish from which it is to be eaten and cover Portion of fish and or rice 300 gr 3 5 it with an upturned plate or Pyrex lid Make sure that it is thoroughly heated in the centre if possible stir the food CHILLED DRINKS 5 8 C up to approx 70 C 1 cup of water 180 cc 1000 1 30 2 All drinks should be shaken after reheating to spread tempera cup of milk 150 cc 4 n VAs ture evenly We recommend covering clear soup with an upturned 1 cup of coffee 100 VAS 1 45 plate 1 bowl of clear soup 300 cc t 3 4 DRINKS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE From 20 30 up to approx 70 cup of water 180 cc 1000 1 15 45 drinks should be shaken after reheating to spread the tempera 1 cup of milk 150 0 1 1 30 ture evenly We recommend covering dear soup with an upturned 1 cup of coffee 100 cc 0 45 1 15 plote 1 bowl of clear soup 300 cc 2 8 25 4 3 COOKING STARTERS PASTA AND ENTREES Vegetable soups and other soups in general require less liquid because in a microwave oven evaporation is rather min imal Salt must be added only at the end of cooking or during standing time as it dehydrates the food It is fair to s
17. size pieces and cover with plastic wrap Carrots below 500 1000 18 Cut in equal size pieces and cover with plastic wrap Zucchini above 475 1000 14 Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap After 14 min take out the rack Sliced fish below 400 1000 16 Cover with plastic wrap Zucchini above 475 1000 13 Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap After 13 min take out the rack Whole fish below 200 1000 14 Cover with plastic wrap Whole fish above 200 1000 14 Cover with plastic wrap Whole fish below 200 1000 14 Cover with plastic wrap Potatoes above 500 1000 16 Cut in equal size pieces and cover with plastic wrap e Goulash below 1500 1000 AO After 16 min take out the grill Stir 2 or 3 times s Cabbage above 500 1000 14 Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap After 14 min take out the rack Rice below 300 1000 20 Cover with plastic wrap and stir 2 times e Brussels sprouts above 500 1000 14 Cover with plastic wrap After 14 min take out the rack Peas below 500 1000 18 Cover with plastic wrap 31 CHAPTER 5 CARE AND CLEANING 5 CLEANING Always switch off at the power socket disconnect the plug and wait for the appliance to cool down before any cleaning and maintenance is carried out The internal cavity of your oven is covered with a special non stick finish to which splashes and food particles do not stick making cleaning particularly simple Always keep the microwave outlet cover C clean and free
18. water after it has ben heated for a long time The high thermal shock resulting would break the turntable You must not either preheat or operate the microwave oven in any way without food in the oven Sparking can occur if you were to ignore this warning Before using this oven make sure that the utensil and containers chosen are suitable for microwave oven use see the section on Glassware and Similar Items When heating liquids water coffee milk etc it is possible that the contents may sud denly start to boil and spill violently as a result of delayed boiling causing scalding To avoid this happening you should place a heat resistant plastic spoon or a glass rod in the container before starting to heat liquids Anyway care should be taken when handling the container Do not heat spirit with a high alcohol content nor large quantities of oil as these could catch fire The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature should be checked before consumption in order to avoid burns It is also advisable to stir or shake the food order to ensure that it has an even temperature When using commercially available bottle sterilisers before turning the oven on ALWAYS make sure the container is filled with the quantity of water indicated by the manufacturer When the oven is used for the first time it is possible that for a period of approx 10 minutes it may produce a new smell
19. 150 300 500 750 4000 W FUNCTION O Cal Press the key 6 again 1900 power evee E m The minutes flash on display 1 O O O 150 300 B n 290 1000 W e e X I 1r I pe HARRE El Set the desired minutes by PUE 4 turning the X knob 14 150 300 500 750 1000 W The minutes flash on display 1 E st bas d Les d FUNCTION H h k 3 J i M P in O l Cai ress the ey 6 again power LeveL The display shows the time set O O O 150 300 500 750 1000 If you wish to change the hour on the dial once it has been set press the key 6 before proceeding to set the new time as described above It is possible to display the current time even after starting the mode set by pressing the key 6 the time is displayed for 2 seconds 2 2 PROGRAMMING THE COOKING key references see page 5 FUNCTION ER LEVEL COu Do Press the FUNCTION key 3 mode selection and select the desired mode which will be shown by the 00 corresponding indicators coming mtn on on display 1 The available ef e modes are au 21 11218 INDICATOR MODE SELECTED INDICATOR MODE SELECTED Microwave Only wm Combined Microwave and Grill 5 Automatic Defrosting Fan Oven Only Combined Microwave and vvv Grill Only xXx X Fan Oven Countdown X Set length of cooking time in minutes by turning the
20. STIONS e Hazelnut cake 1100gr R 150 170 25 30 Use a heat resistant container low Cheese cake 1500 gr R 500 Use a heat resistant container Low Jam tart 700 gr e AQ Use a metal cake tin Low Plum cake 950g R 90 Use a rectangular mould Low Light sponge cake 700 gr R AQ Use a metal cake tin Low Walnut cake 650 gr R Use a metal cake tin lew Egg custard 750 gr See note sk None Sponge cake 475 gr See note low Cake 709 150 160 C 30 See note xs low These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705 Para 12 3 1 Further information including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705 Para 12 3 2 Further information including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 X X These indications are suitable for performing the cooking tests according to Regulation 60705 Para 12 3 5 Remember to preheat the oven in fan only mode with the low wire rack in place Further infor mation including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 28 4 8 REHEATING COOKING USING THE AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS KEYS The Automatic Functions keys are 3 different programmes with pre memorised length of c
21. Standard or the Arcopol amp Cat nr 71 88 01 10460 1 Defrosting Place the frozen load directly on the turntable 1 Turn 13 3 minera 11 min only mw 6 500gr TSmin she load upsidedown after half of the defrosting time Use the borosilicate glass container stated in the combi Standard mox dia 210 mm or a glass 1234 Cs 20min mwefan 750W 190 C 1100gr 5min container dia 210 mm height 50 mm and wall thick 6 9 simult mm Put the container on the lower wire rack F placed on the turntable Do not preheat the oven Use the borosilicate glass container stated in the Standard mox dia 210 mm or a Pyrex glass combi container dia 210 mm height 50 mm and wall thick 6 12 3 5 Cake 30min mw fan 150W 160 C 710gr 5min The oven shall be preheated in FAN ONLY simult function with the lower rack F placed on the turntable Once preheated place the container on the lower rack F The following instruction shall be strictly observed for combi this type of load put the chicken in a pyrex glass 12 3 6 Chicken 40 min mw fan 750 W 190 C 1200gr 5min container dia 210 mm height 50 mm and wall simult thickness of 6 mm Put the container on the lower wire rack placed on the turntable CHAP 1 GENERAL CONTENTS 1 1 1 2 Description of the control pannel
22. a through door Pay attention to the escaping steam If the pasta is already cooked press the STOP key 12 to interrupt the remaining cooking programme If the pasta is still hard finish cooking for the remaining minute by pressing the lt START key 13 At the end of the minute the oven will emit three beeps and the word END will be displayed You can then remove the container to drain the pasta or check whether it is cooked again If the pasta is already cooked press the amp STOP key 12 drain the pasta keeping the firmly pressed and sloping the container forwards and leftwards to allow the water to drain out of the holes on the left side of the cover see figure alongside Remove the cover lifting it by the handles take care to avoid escaping steam remove the mixer pour out the pasta and add the sauce If the pasta is still not cooked to your taste the cooking time can be prolonged by replacing the container closing the door 228 will flash on the display and setting additional minutes by rotating the XX knob 14 and pressing the gt START key 13 3 3 IMPORTANT WARNINGS When using the pasta cooker accessory pay attention to the following Take care when removing the container from the oven and draining the pasta the plastic may seem cold but escaping steam could cause burns You are recommended to use oven gloves Never place the accessory above sources of heat or the oven when in operati
23. ame batch of pasta coming from the largest pasta manufacturer in Italy Results On the basis of the performed research it has been shown that the two methods of cooking are statistically equivalent for quality parameters i e water absorption weight increase stickiness firmness colour and volume increase during cooking The rate of release of organic material mainly starch from the pasta sample into the cooking water and the rate of gela tinisation of starch in the samples resulted significantly p lt 0 05 lower for MW cooked samples These results could mean a higher level of retention of original starch in the pasta structure This could be explained by the temperature profile of the cooking cycle that in MW cooking reaches the boiling point of water only at the end of the cooking time Sensorial analysis by panel test showed that the two samples MW and traditional cooked pasta are not significantly dif ferent taking into account most of the sensory descriptors such as firmness superficial stickiness sauce adhesion etc Judgement on MW pasta cooking apparatus The obtained results allow to confirm that the use of the innovative MW pasta cooking equipment by following manvfac ture directions is suitable to cook a good quality pasta in a domestic environment In witness whereof Prof Marco Dalla Rosa Visiting Professor of Food Technology Processes Food Sciences and Technologies University of Bologna 19 3 1
24. an the inside with a soft damp cloth 3 Check that there is no damage as a result of transportation and in particular that the door opens and clos es properly A Place the support I in the centre of the circular groove and fix the turntable to it The spindle D should be inserted in the corresponding groove in the centre of the turntable 5 After the installation has been performed the power supply cable and the power socket must be easy to access 6 Only a qualified electrician may install or relocate a socket outlet 7 Only connect the rd to a power socket with a power capacity of at least 16A Also make sure that the main switch insta ping while the oven is on in your home has a minimum power capacity of 16A in order to avoid it suddenly trip 8 Before use check that the power supply scs is the same as the one shown on the rating label and that the power outlet is properly earthed the manufacturer disclaims any liability in the event of non compliance with this safety regulation ELECTRICAL CONNECTION U K ONLY If your appliance comes fitted with a plug it will incorporate a 13 Amp fuse If it does not fit your socket the plug should be cut off from the mains lead and an appropriate plug fitted as below WARNING Very carefully dispose of he cut off plug after removing the fuse do not insert in a 13 Amp socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock hazard With alternative plugs
25. andardised procedures with similar ae samples obtained from traditional cooking cycles in boiling water following the directions suggested by the pasta producer Having thoroughly tested the innovative MW equipment subjected to critical evaluation in the present study it was possi ble to automatically cook pasta just by placing a well defined amount of uncooked dry pasta in the container supplied with the oven adding the right quantity of water tap water or pre heated water and starting the oven Methodology Analytical methodologies have been used to evaluate some characteristic aspects of cooked pasta as absolute values throu gh a comparison between MW oven cooked pasta and traditional cooked pasta following cooking directions generally used in both domestic and industrial cooking in catering service Analytical controls Analytical evaluations were carried out in laboratory about the behaviour of pasta during cooking water increase weight increase release of starch instrumental test of pasta rheology and quality superficial stickiness firmness colour volume increase etc and sensorial evaluation by a trained panel test Furthermore structures of samples from both MW and traditionally cooked pasta were examined by scanning electronic microscopy SEM Most of the methodologies have been chosen on the basis of national and international literature on pasta quality evalua fion To perform the comparative study was used the s
26. ay that the time needed to cook rice in the microwave oven as indeed for pasta is more or less equal to that needed to cook it on a stove in the traditional manner The advantage of preparing a risotto in a microwave oven is that it does not need stirring continually this only needs to be done 2 or 3 times QUANTITY FUNCION POWER itt NOTES SUGGESTIONS WIRE RACK e Lasagne 1100 gr Suitable times for uncooked pasta If the pasta is Low pre cooked 8 minutes of Combined MICROGRILL cooking is enough Gnocchi alla romana 600 gr Avoid piling them up too heavily Low Macaroni 1500 gr The pasta should have previously been boiled separately Low The ingredients should_all be placed together ia T a container suitable for microwaves and covered Risotto 300 gr with transparent film 750 g of clear soup is None of rice needed for 300 g of rice with the microwaves on full power for approx 10 12 minutes rt PA ed FAN d F e i t t k 800 gr meid pa ing sheet for cakes Preheat the oven to i Use a cake tin with a handle the oven should be e Fresh Quiche Lorraine 800 gr Low oven should be pre heated Frozen Quiche Lorraine 550 gr low 4 4 COOKING MEAT Cooking is closely linked to the size and uniformity of the food which is to be cooked kebabs cook faster then a roast because they consist of smaller more evenly sized pieces of meat To keep roasts chicken and kebabs moi
27. bags If the packet is not suitable for microwaves however e g metal pans remove the food from the packet on to the serving dish placing it uncovered on the turntable 29 4 9 SIMULTANEOUS COOKING ON 2 LEVELS By using the spacer wire rack at medium height with the microwave only function you can defrost reheat and cook foods at the same time even different dishes on two levels The special double microwave emission system makes possible in fact a perfect distribution of energy When you wish to cook two food dishes at the same time all you have to do is keep these basic rules in mind 1 The cooking times for food dishes cooked at the same time are different from those for the cooking of single dishes So always consult the reference table on page 56 Times for simultaneous cooking Potatoes 16 min above Goulash 40 min below Cooking times for single dishes Potatoes 7 8 min Goulash 30 35 min 2 Be careful to ALWAYS place on the MEDIUM WIRE RACK food which requires less cookig time it will thus be easier to remove the upper pan Take the grill out and finish cooking the food underneath RES Upper food dish less time Lower food dish more time Medium wire rack Turntable V J 3 strict attention to the indications and recommendations in the tables In particular always check to be sure that the food being reheat
28. call Hotpoint Repair Service or visit our web site at www hotpointservice co uk and where necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your appliance or if you pre fer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 months parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance e Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet e Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use e Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate e Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our own service engineers CE For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpointservice co uk ix Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to u
29. ce inside the oven making sure the handles are facing the door as shown in the figure The container must be positioned on the pasta cooker mount inserted previously see point 2 the word PASTA will appear on the display Close the door about 50 C about 20 Select the key corresponding to the water temperature red if the b ma d water you have added is hot about 50 C or blue for water at L1 L2 room temperature about 20 Set the level of water in the con tainer L1 or L2 by pressing the same key a number of times The lower display will show the corre sponding key selected hot water or 150 300 500 750 1000 W C INSIDE cold water m el He X KC El Select the cooking time written on eee the pack for the pasta used eg 8 17 minutes by rotating the X knob 14 150 300 500 750 1000 W e He 22 STOP START 02 START key 13 to TE y E start cooking 17 18228 2000 150 300 use 1000 W e e e The oven will automatically calculate the TOTAL time required to heat the water and complete cooking This will be immediately displayed At the start of cooking the mixer is stationary It begins rotating automatically 2 E about halfway through cooking One minute from the end the oven will emit a beep This indicotes that the time is nearly over and you are recommended to remove the container and taste the past
30. e ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended WARNING Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance or tamper with its controls Do not allow children near the oven when it is in operation as this may result in severe burns Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the safety devices Do not operate the oven if objects for any kind get stuck between the front panel of the oven and the door Always keep the inside of the door E clean using a damp cloth and non abrasive detergents Do not allow dirt or remains of food to accumulate between the front panel of the oven on the door The following warnings must be observed when the door is open Do not place heavy objects on the door or pull the handle downwards any further Never place hot con tainers or pans e g just taken off the stove on the door If the power cable becomes damaged this must be substituted only by specialised per sonnel authorised or by the manufacturer If smoke is observed switch off or unplug the appliance and KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED in order to stifle any flames Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens In order to avoid over heating and the consequent risk of fire it is advisable to supervise the oven when cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic cardboard or other inflam mable materials and when heating small quantities of food Never place the turntable in
31. ed is very hot before removing it from the oven 30 REFERENCE TABLES FOR COOKING ON TWO LEVELS Defrosting times Pan Quantity Power Type position grams level Minutes Notes Ground meat above 500 20 Turn the meat over after 10 min When the Ground meat below 500 6 20 cooking is finished let the meat sit for 15 min Chicken in pieces above 500 24 During the defrosting pull the pieces apart When Stew below 500 6 24 the cooking is finished let the meat sit for 15 min Cauliflower above 450 m 22 Atthe end let sit for 5 to 10 min Whole fish below 500 22 At the end let sit for 5 to 10 min Reheating times Pan Quantity Power A Type position grams level Minutes Notes Meat single serving above 150 1000 6 Cover the food with plastic wrap Vegetables single serving below 250 1000 Cover the food with plastic wrap Plate of lasagne above 500 1000 9 Cover the food with plastic wrap Plate of lasagne below 500 1000 9 Cover the food with plastic wrap Meat single serving above 150 1000 Cover the food with plastic wrap Plate of lasagne below 500 1000 8 Cover the food with plastic wrap Pan Quanti Type position ni pend Minutes Notes Potatoes above 500 1000 16 Cut in equal size pieces and cover with plastic wrap Potatoes below 500 1000 16 Cut in equal size pieces and cover with plastic wrap Carrots above 500 1000 18 Cut in equal
32. er a glass lid or simply an overturned plate Foods having a water content e g greens and vegetables cook better when covered The covering of food also helps keep the oven clean on the inside Use clear sheet made expressly for microwave ovens 9 Do not cook eggs in their shells the pressure which builds up on the inside would cause the egg to explode even after cooking has finished Do not heat up eggs which have already been cooked unless they are scrambled 10 Do not forget to open containers which are air tight or sealed before heating or cooking food in the oven The pressure on the inside of the container would rise causing them to explode even after cooking has finished 13 CHAPTER 2 USING THE CONTROLS AND MODES 2 1 SETTING THE CLOCK for key references see page 5 e When the appliance is connected to the domestic power supply for the first time or after a power cut four dashes will appear on the display In order to set the clock proceed as described below TRING Press the key 6 nnn Cai The hours flash on display 1 POWER LEVEL y gt 150 300 1000 5 ele x po EE SESSEL E Set the desired time by turning the A sy X knob 14 The hours flash on display 1
33. formance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 26 4 5 COOKING SIDE DISHES AND VEGETABLES Vegetables cooked in a microwave oven preserve their colour and nutritional value better than in traditional cooking Wash and peel the vegetables before starting to cook Larger vegetables should be cut into evenly sized pieces Add approx 5 spoonfuls of water for every 500g of vegetables vegetables which have a high fibre content require more water The vegetables should always be covered with transparent film Stir at least once halfway through cooking and add a little salt only at the end Warning the cooking times in the table are purely intended as guidelines and are on the basis of the food s weight and initial tem perature as well as its texture and structure QUANTITY FUNCION POWER e NOTES SUGGESTIONS Asparagus 500 gr 1000 8 9 Cut into 2 cm pieces None Artichokes 300 gr 1000 10 11 It would be better to use artichoke bottoms None Green beans 500 gr 1000 10 11 Cut in pieces None e Broccoli 500g e 100 67 Separate into single florets None Brussels sprouts 500 gr x 1000 6 7 _ Leave whole None White cabbage 500 gr A 1000 6 7 _ Leave whole None Red cabbage 500 gr 1000 6 7 Leave whole None Carrots 500 gr 1000 8 9 Cut into evenly sized pieces None
34. from grease and splash es of fat Do not use abrasive detergents wire sponges and sharp metal tools when cleaning the external surface of the oven Also be careful to ensure that water or liquid deter gent does not penetrate the air and steam vent grilles on the top of the appliance It is also advisable not to use alcohol abrasive detergents or ammonia based deter gents to clean the internal and external surfaces of the door Always keep the inside of the door clean to ensure that it closes properly so that dirt and food residues do not become trapped between the door and the front panel of the oven It is necessary to remove the turntable H and its corresponding support I periodi cally in order to clean them the bottom of the oven should also be cleaned Wash the turntable and its support in soapy water using mild soap They can also be washed in a dishwasher Do not immerse the turntable in cold water after prolonged heating the sudden change in temperature would cause it to crack To make the cleaning of the inside of the oven easier the upper heating element can be lowered by turning the ceramic hook IMPORTANT After cleaning reposition and refasten the electrical element The oven must not be used with the element in the lowered positioned The turntable motor is sealed When cleaning the bottom you should nevertheless take care to avoid water penetrating under the turntable spindle D or leaking from the h
35. he oven is used again that is until the TURNTABLE STOPPER key is pressed again For the microwave only function the maximum power available is 750W reduced automatically by the electronic controller when pressing the TURNTABLE STOPPER key 2 8 MEMOTIME FUNCTION This function allows for the use of the timer with the oven NOT functioning for up to 60 minutes e the FUNCTION key until dashes appear on display 2 then select the time desired by turning the X 14 knob and start the timer by pressing the lt gt START 13 key At the end 3 beeps will sound and the end warning will appear on display 1 18 CHAPTER 3 USING THE PASTA COOKER Pasta cooking using the exclusive accessory Pasta with this oven has been analysed by sensory and chemical tests at the University of Bologna Italy as confirmed by the accompanying certificate PRELIMINARY RESULTS OF ONGOING COLLABORATION WITH UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA SITE OF CESENA Introduction Object of the agreement was the comparative evaluation of pasta quality submitted to traditional cooking in boiling water and cooked using the microwave equipment Patent MI2001A0021 47 Description of tested technology During the experimental study a microwave MW oven suitable for domestic use equipped with an originally designed and patented container was used to cook spaghetti samples The quality parameters of MW cooked pasta have been compared using strictly st
36. howing the clock e this model is equipped with an automatic cooling cycle which comes into action whenever the oven is very hot for example after something has been cooked for a long time During this cycle the word coat will appear on display 1 The fans and the oven light will come on they will go off automatically While the word COOL is displayed the oven will accept each commands except the Pasta keys At the end of each cooking cycle the oven light and the cooling fan will remain in operation until the oven door is opened 16 2 3 AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING AND COOKING SEQUENCE key references see page 5 In order to programme an automatic defrosting and cooking sequence proceed as follows amp Set the automatic defrosting mode by AN pressing FUNCTION key 3 twice MILII a d x mode selection The indicator corre O O sponding to the automatic defrosting 150 200 500 750 1000 will appear on the display el je X Set the length of time required for L the defrosting in minutes by turn 01 16708 v ing the X knob 14 Set the cooking by selecting the N FUNCTION desired mode with the FUNCTION 010 1120 D key 3 mode selection until the 001 Per corresponding indicators appear ex Combined mi fon function c manc ex Combined microwave fan tunction e
37. ice We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1000 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover Kitchen Cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all available on our web site at www hotpointservice co uk 34 Hotpoint Guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply
38. m ERO Q Os 10 O Oj n STOP START 12 9O Of 13 X 958 POWER LEVEL A 14 1 Time and mode display 12 STOP key interruption of cooking and 2 Oven temperature display cancellation of settings 3 FUNCTION key mode selection 13 START key start of cooking and rapid 4 V key oven temperature selection reheating 5 POWER LEVEL key microwave power level 14 X knob setting of time and length of cooking selection 15 Turntable stop key 6 key setting the clock 7 8 9 Automatic Functions keys pre memorised rapid cooking 10 11 Pasta buttons 1 3 BUILDING IN Alnside the oven there is a plastic bag with fixing material Toke this bag out of the oven 1 Remove the two screws X from the fastening bar under the microwave oven 2 Fasten metal strip A using the two screws X that have just been removed Vom O Y The appliance needs sufficient ventilation Make an opening gt a lt gt the plinth at least 280 cm large for this purpose 3 Fit the fastening bar B at the correct position in the recess Make sure that there is the same amount of free space at each side of the fastening bar Fasten the bar with the screws H Fix the fastening bar such that the two lips stick out over the edge of the bottom of the recess and rest against it at the front 4 Open the lid of the smoke discharge C
39. mes immediately after defrosting before cooking the standing time in min nie Es length of time for which the food must be left to stand to allow the heat to continue spreading evenly in the food TABLE OF DEFROSTING TIMES IN AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING MODE TYPE QUANTITY minutes NOTES SUGGESTIONS A BAM MEAT Roasts pork beef veal etc 1 kg 19 21 None 20 Steaks chops rashers 200 gr 4 6 Turn over halfway through defrosting None 8 Stew goulash 500 gr 10 12 None 10 Minced 250 gr 9 7 None 15 500 gr 10 12 5 note None 15 Hamburgers 200 gr 5 7 None 10 Sausages 300 gr 6 8 None 10 POULTRY Duck 1 5 kg 25 27 the poultry over halfway through None 20 Whole chicken 1 5 kg 25 27 defrosting When the standing time is over None 20 Pieces of chicken 700 gr 13 15 wash Under warm water fo remove any ice None 10 Chicken breast 300 gr 8 10 None 10 VEGETABLES Frozen vegetables do not need to be defrost ed before cooking FISH Fillets 300 gr 7 9 the fish over halfway through None 7 Slices 400 gr 8 10 defrosting None 7 Whole 500 gr 10 12 None 7 Prawns 400 gr 8 10 None 7 MILK DAIRY PRODUCTS Butter 250 gr 4 6 Remove the silver foil or the metal parts None 10 Cheese should not be completely defrosted Cheese 250 gr 5 7 Respect the standing time The cream None 15 should be removed from its container and Cream 200 ml qe placed in a dish None 8 BREAD 2
40. ng If you are still doubtful about using a particular container you can perform a simple test Place the empty container in the oven for 30 seconds at maximum power Microwave Only function If the container is still cold or only slightly warm it is suitable for microwave cooking If it is very hot or gives out sparks it is not suitable Paper napkins cardboard trays and disposable plastic plates can also be used for short cooking times The size and shape of the containers must be such as to allow them to rotate properly inside the oven Metal wood cane and crystal containers are not suitable for microwave cooking It is worth remembering that since microwaves heat the food not the dish it is possible to cook the food direct ly on the plate on which it is to be served This means that you do not need to use and wash up saucepans However remember that heat may be transferred from the food itself to the plate making it necessary to use an oven glove If the oven has the Fan Oven Only or Grill only settings all types of ovenware may be used In any case observe the guidelines shown in the following table Glass Paper or Metal Glass Pyrex Clay Silver foil Plastic arbor estes ceramics Microwave Only YES YES YES YES NO YES YES NO Combined NO YES YES YES NO NO NO gout NO YES YES YES YES NO YES Important Do not use this access
41. oles in the bottom of the oven see figure How to clean the pasta cooker accessory The container cover and mixer can be washed in a dishwasher You are recommended to remove the central shaft from the container The central shaft is fixed in the container However it can be removed for cleaning by rotating it until the tongues match the relative holes and pressing lightly downwards Make sure the hatch in the cover is always clean and free to rotate open The water drain holes should also be kept clean Make sure the accessories are completely dry before repeating the cooking cycle 32 5 2 Before calling Service for assistance check through the following list there may be nothing wrong PROBLEM The appliance does not work Condensation on the work surface inside the oven or around the door Sparks inside the oven The food does not heat or cook properly The food burns The food does not cook evenly PASTA mode cannot be set PASTA is not displayed The door is not closed properly The plug is not correctly inserted No power at the socket No power at the socket check the fuse box When food is cooked which contains water it is quite normal for the steam which is generated inside the oven to escape and condense inside the oven on the cooking surface or around the doorframe Do not turn the oven on without food in Microwave and Combined cooking modes Do not use metal
42. on not cook pasta immediately after using the oven in combi or grill mode The temperature of the oven could be too high thus damaging the container While the word 201 is displayed the oven will accept each commands except the Pasta keys Make sure the hatch in the cover is always clean and free to open The pasta cooker must be used to cook pasta according to the instructions in this book It must never be used for other purposes e Never use the pasta cooker empty without water and pasta e While the pasta cooker is in the oven other modes cannot be set To clean the accessory see page 57 23 4 HAPTER 4 USING THE OVEN SUGGESTIONS AND COOK CHARTS 1 DEFROSTING Frozen food in plastic bags plastic film or cardboard packets can be placed directly in the oven for defrosting as long as the packet has no metal parts e g metal twist ties or staples Certain foods such as vegetables and fish do not require complete defrosting before cooking Boiled foods stews and meat sauces defrost better and more quickly if they are stirred from time to time turned over and or separated Meat fish and fruit lose a certain amount of liquid during defrosting Defrost these foods in a bowl It is advisable to separate each individual piece of meat into its own bag before putting it into the freezer This will enable you to save precious preparation time It is important to observe the standing ti
43. ooking time power level and oven temperature they afford excellent results for the dishes described in the following table ee WHAT TO DO SUGGESTIONS 8 Press twice Press 3 times e Press 4 times e Reheat 1 small coffee cup 50 at room temperature e Reheat 1 coffee cup 125 cc starting from room temperature e Reheat one large cup 200 cc starting from chilled e Reheat 1 soup dish 300 cc starting from chilled After reheating the liquid stir well to spread the temperature evenly e Press once e Press twice Warning at the end of the reheating the food and the containersi may be very hot Use tweezers or oven gloves e Reheat 1 portion 250 350 g e Reheat 2 portions 450 550 g Suitable for cooked portions of food stored in the refrigerator on the plate the one from which the food is to be eaten In the case of pre cooked food products remove the food from any aluminium packaging containers and place it on an ovenproof plate 9 Press once Press twice Press 3 times Warning at the end of the reheating the food and the containersi may be very hot Use tweezers or oven gloves e Reheat 1 frozen pizza 250 500 g e Reheat 1 portion 250 350 g e Reheat 2 portions 450 550 g Place the pizza directly on the low wire rack Place the packet on the turntable being careful to remove any covers film
44. ory with the Grill Only Fan Only Combi Fan or Combi Grill mode as the high temperatures could cause damage 1 9 GENERAL RULES FOR MICROWAVE COOKING Microwaves consist of electromagnetic radiation found in nature under the form of light waves e g sunlight Inside the oven these waves penetrate food from all directions and heat up the water fatty and sugar molecules Heat is produced very quickly only in the food itself whereas the container being used warms up indirectly by means of heat given off by the heated food This prevents food from sticking to its container so you can use very little fatty substance or in some cases no fat at all during the cooking process Therefore cooking in a microwave oven is considered to be healthy and good for one s diet And in contrast to traditional methods cooking in a microwave foodstuffs are less dehydrated lose less of their nutritional value and retain more of their original flavour Basic rules for correct cooking with a microwave oven 1 In order to set cooking times correctly remember in referring to the charts on the fol lowing pages that when you increase the amount of foodstuffs the cooking temper ature must likewise be proportionately increased and vice versa It is important to respect the standing times standing time means that period during which the food must be left to rest after being cooked so as to allow an even greater spreading of the
45. our is preserved and the oven will stay cleaner the food may also be covered with a an upturned plate if possible stir or turn the food frequently in order to speed up the reheating process and to make it cook more evenly follow the cooking times shown on the packet with considerable caution remember that under certain conditions the times shown must be increased Frozen food must be defrosted before being reheated The lower the initial temperature of the food the longer the reheat ing time will have to be Note some dishes can also easily be reheated by using the Automatic Functions pre memorised recipes see table on page 54 TABLE OF REHEATING TIMES TIME FUNCTION POWER LEVEL TYPE QUANTITY NOTES SUGGESTIONS SOFTENING AND MELTING FOOD Chocolate icing 100 gr Aas Put in a dish the icing once Butter 50 70 gr a 1000 0 10 0 15 To melt butter add one minute CHILLED FOODS 5 8 C up to 20 30 C Remove the metal top Heat the baby s bottle without the teat and mix it Yoghurt 125 gr 1000 0 15 0 20 immediately after heating to make the temperatura uniform Check the Feeding bottle 240 gr 0 30 0 35 temperature of the contents before use With milk at room temperature the heating fime is lower To avoid risk of fire when using dried milk please stir evenly Please use already sterilized milk PRE COOKED CHILLED FOODS initial temp 5 8 C up
46. se quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appli ance Dispose of these parts seperately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 35 Hotpoint Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1000 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 5 30 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri 9 to 12 Sat www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 Merloni elettrodomestici UK Itd Morley Way Peterborough 9 36 5719133500 07 04
47. st it is advis able to add 1 or 2 cups of water at the start of cooking POWER D TYPE QUANTITY FUNCTION LEVEL RATURE minuti NOTES SUGGESTIONS O e Roasts pork beef 1000 gr Leave on a little fat to avoid it drying out Do not add Low much sauce Mix 500 g of minced beef with egg ham Bread crumbs 800 gr Ms 5 g cf ined bet wih agg bem Brood MEME Meatloaf 900 gr See note None Whole chicken 1200 gr Prick the skin to allow the fat to run off See note Low Pieces of chicken 850 gr Stir once during cooking low Kebabs 600 gr Tum halfway through cooking low Goulash 1500 gr Cook uncovered and stir 2 3 times None Chicken breast 500 gr Tum halfway through cooking None i Prcheat the oven for 3 minutes Tum through cooking as the heating element onh i pieces oe E Sausages 3 Hetty i ie High Hamburgers 3 pieces ven 10 12 High These indications are suitable for performing the minced meat cooking test according to Regulation 60705 12 3 3 Cover the con tainer with clear film for microwave use Further information including on other performance tests according to Regulation 60705 is given in the table on page 2 These indications are suitable for performing the cooking test according to Regulation 60705 Para 12 3 6 Further information includ ing on other per
48. temperature within The temperature of meat for example will rise about 5 8 approx 9 15 during the standing time Standing times may be observed either inside or outside the oven 2 One of the main things you must do is stir the food several times while it is being cooked This helps make the temperature distribution more uniform and thus short ens the cooking time 3 It is also advisable to turn the foodstuff over during its cooking process this applies especially for meat whether it is in large pieces roasts whole chickens etc or small chicken breasts etc 4 Foods having a skin shell or peel e g apples potatoes tomatoes frankfurters fish must be pierced with a fork in several points so as to permit steam to escape and to prevent those items from exploding 5 If you are preparing a large number of portions of the same food item e g boiled potatoes place those portions in a Pyrex dish in order to have them cook in a uni form manner 6 The lower the temperature at which a foodstuff is placed in a microwave oven the longer the cooking time required Food having a room temperature will cook more quickly than food having a refrigerator temperature 7 Always do your cooking by placing the food container in the centre of the turntable 8 It is perfectly normal for condensation to form inside the oven and near the air out let To reduce such condensation cover the foodstuffs with clear sheet wax pap
49. to approx 70 C Packet of lasagne 400 gr 1000 3 5 Packets of any type of pre cooked food available in the shops to stuffed pasta be reheated to 70 C Remove the food from any metal container Packet of meat with rice 400 gr 2 3 5 and put it directly onto the plate from which it is to be eaten For and or vegetables best results the food should always be covered Packet of fish and or vegetables 300 gr 0 2 4 Plate of meat and or vegetables 400 gr i A 4 6 Plate of meat and or vegetables Portions of any type of cooked Plate of pasta cannelloni 400 gr x 4 6 food to be reheated to 70 C The food should be placed directly lasagne onto plate from which it is to be eaten should always be Plate of fish and or rice 300 gr x a 3 5 covered either with transparent film or with an upturned plate FROZEN FOOD BE REHEATED COOKED initial temp 18 20 C up to approx 70 C Packet of lasagne or 400 gr D 1000 5 7 kinds of pre cooked frozen food to be reheated to 70 C stuffed pasta directly in the packet For metal containers place the food Packet of meat with rice 400 gr 4 6 directly onto the dish from which it is to be eaten and increase and or vegetables the cooking time by a few minutes Packet of pre cooked fish 300 gr u 2 4 and or vegetables Packet of fish and or raw 300 gr u 6 8 vegetables Remove raw food from the packets place it in a container Portion
50. ure set has been reached a signal will be emitted 3 beeps The temperature set will then remain shown on display 2 it is possible to modify the power set during cooking simply by pressing the key 4 sm sme Start the cooking process by pressing the START gt key 13 The count O down of the remaining cooking time will appear on the display 1 and if included in the mode the oven temperature on the display 2 Note Should the cooking process for any reason fail to start all the settings will be automatically cancelled after 2 minutes 599 J When cooking finishes a signal is emitted 3 beeps and word 95 END will appear on the display Open the door and take out the food KR the clock will appear or if the oven is hot the word 00 see note PP HAERE below Note e Itis possible to check the progress of the cooking at any time by opening the door and inspecting the food This interrupts the emission of microwaves and the oven stops working until the door is closed again and the P START key 13 is pressed e Should it be necessary for any reason to suspend the cooking without opening the door you only need to press the STOP key 12 e n order to complete the cooking proceed as follows if the oven door is open press the S STOP key 12 once if the door is closed and cooking is underway press the S STOP key 12 twice the display will go back to s
51. y if it is carried out within 1 minute after the food has been placed in the oven The Quick Reheat is also useful to complete unfinished cooking Once the cooking procedure has begun the programmed time can be modified with the 14 knob to a max imum time limit of 60 minutes 2 6 CHILD LOCK OUT FEATURE The oven is equipped with a safety device which prevents pre set cooking times from being tampered with while the cooking is underway in order to avoid accidental and dangerous extensions to the cooking time which might cause the food to burn To activate the safety device e Keep the STOP key 12 pressed down for 5 seconds A short beep is emitted from this point it will no longer be possible to alter the times during all cooking n order to deactivate the safety device once it has been previously activated keep the 7 STOP key 12 pressed until the is heard 2 7 TURNTABLE STOP KEY When using large sized containers recipients or containers with handles that are not able to rotate the move ment of the turntable can be stopped Press the TURNTABLE STOPPER key 15 after having first set a cook ing function the LED in the top right will start flashing After having pressed START the LED will flash a further 5 times and will then remain on for the entire set time for best results the food should be mixed stirred a number of times during cooking The TURNTABLE STOP PER function will remain on when t
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