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- Page 1 Operating and Installation Instructions Microwave Oven To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions before installing or using the microwave. en - US, CA M.-Nr. 09 798 350...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....... . . 4 Appliance description ..........16 Oven interior and accessories . - Page 3 Contents Automatic programs ..........31 Automatic defrosting .
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Intended use When using electrical appliances always observe basic safety The appliance is intended for precautions, including the following: use in domestic households and WARNING - To reduce the risk of similar working and residential burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive environments. - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person. Safety with children All children must be kept away from the microwave oven unless constantly supervised.
- Page 6 If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele Do not use a power bar or authorized technician in order to extension cord to connect the protect the user from harm.
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To guarantee the electrical Repair work should only be safety of this appliance, performed by a Miele authorized continuity must exist between the service technician. Repairs by appliance and an effective unqualified persons can cause grounding system. This considerable danger to users.
- Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use If the microwave oven is installed behind a cabinet door, PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID it may only be used with the POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO cabinet door open. Do not close EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE the cabinet door when the ENERGY appliance is in use.
- Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always ensure that food is Always remember that times sufficiently heated. for cooking, reheating and Many factors will affect the defrosting in a microwave oven overall cooking time, including are usually considerably shorter the type, amount and nature of than in the case of traditional the food, its initial temperature, methods of food preparation.
- Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The microwave oven can be When heating food and damaged if it is used without drinks, remember that the heat is food or when loaded incorrectly. created in the food itself, and Therefore, do not use the that the container will normally appliance to warm empty dishes be cooler.
- Page 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS place the boiling wand supplied The boiling stick ensures that into the cup or glass. liquids heat up evenly, allowing bubbles to form at the right time. When boiling and, in particular, when reheating liquids using microwave power without the boiling wand, the boiling point of the liquid may be reached without the typical production of...
- Page 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To avoid fueling any flames, Food which is stored in the do not open the appliance door oven interior or left there to be if you see smoke coming from kept warm can dry out, and the the food in the oven interior.
- Page 13 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS containing wire. Do not use To avoid corrosion on the bowls with milled rims, or plastic stainless steel surfaces of the containers without a fully microwave oven, thoroughly removed aluminum lid (see wipe away any splashes on the "Suitable cookware for interior walls from food or liquids microwave ovens").
- Page 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not reheat food in the Cookware with hollow knobs microwave oven in heat-retaining or handles is not suitable for use bags intended for normal ovens, in the microwave. Moisture such as bags used for grilled gathered in the hollow recesses chicken.
- Page 15 Stainless steel is easily scratched. Even magnets can cause scratching. Accessories Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts. Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers will void the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability for damage caused by the use of such parts.
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Page 16: Appliance Description
Appliance description Oven interior and accessories a Oven door d Turntable b Door locking mechanism e Plate cover c Control panel f Boiling stick... -
Page 17: Control Panel
Boiling stick When heating liquids, the boiling stick should always be placed in the container. It helps heat liquids evenly. These products and other useful accessories can be ordered via the Miele website or from your Miele dealer. -
Page 18: Before First Use
Before first use ^ Check the appliance for any Allow the microwave to sit damage. unpacked for approx. 2 hours after Do not use the microwave oven if: transport before using it for the first – The door is warped. time. -
Page 19: Principle Of Operation
Principle of operation How does a microwave oven Because the heat is produced directly in the food: work? – The food can generally be cooked The microwave oven contains a high- using microwaves without adding frequency tube called a magnetron. It much liquid or cooking oil. -
Page 20: Functions
Functions What can a microwave oven What operating modes does a microwave have? With a microwave oven, food can be Microwave Solo mode cooked, reheated or defrosted very quickly. Suitable for defrosting, reheating and cooking. You can use the microwave oven in the following ways: Automatic Programs –... -
Page 21: Suitable Cookware For Microwave Ovens
Suitable cookware for microwave ovens Material and shape Microwaves The material and shape of the container used affect the reheating and cooking time. Flat containers with a circular or oval shape generally work best, since the food will heat more evenly than in square or rectangular containers. - Page 22 Suitable cookware for microwave ovens Exceptions: Glassware – Ready-made meals in aluminum foil Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass trays- are ideal for use with microwave power. can be defrosted and reheated in the Crystal glassware is unsuitable microwave oven. Important: Remove because it contains lead which the lid and make sure the foil tray is at could cause the glass to crack in...
- Page 23 Suitable cookware for microwave ovens Plastics Disposable containers Disposable containers made of plastic Plasticware must only be used in the must meet the requirements indicated Microwave Solo mode. under "Plastics" to be suitable for use in It must be heat-resistant and able to the microwave.
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Page 24: The Plate Cover
Suitable cookware for microwave ovens The plate cover Sealed containers and glass – Prevents too much steam from jars, such as jars of baby food, must escaping, especially during longer be opened before they are placed reheating times. in the microwave oven. –... -
Page 25: Clock Display
Clock display Resetting the clock The microwave oven may not be ^ Press the m button. operated until it has been properly The m symbol will flash in the display installed in a cabinet. and the current hour will light up for a few seconds. -
Page 26: Operation
Operation Opening the door Closing the door ^ Press the a button to open the ^ Push the door shut. door. If the door was opened while the If the microwave oven is in use, microwave was in use, press the Start opening the door will interrupt the button to resume the interrupted current program. -
Page 27: Door" Message
Operation When heating up foods that cannot be – The frequency with which the food is stirred or turned during cooking, or stirred or turned. foods with very different consistencies, Frequent stirring or turning heats the it is best to use a lower microwave food more evenly, and it is therefore power level. -
Page 28: Interrupting Or Resuming A Program
Operation Interrupting or resuming a Cancelling a program program ^ Press the "Stop/C" button twice. At any time you can . . . At the end of a program . . . interrupt a program: An signal will sound when the cooking ^ Press the "Stop/C"... -
Page 29: Minute + (Programmable)
Operation Minute + (programmable) System lock Pressing the "Start /c" button is The system lock prevents unauthorized sufficient to start the appliance operation of the appliance. operating at maximum power. Three cooking times are stored in the To activate the system lock memory: ^ Press and hold the "Stop/C"... -
Page 30: Timer
Operation Timer Timer + Cooking Program The timer can be used to keep track of The timer can be used at the same time other activities in the kitchen, e.g. as a cooking program and will count boiling eggs. The time set counts down down in the background. -
Page 31: Automatic Programs
Automatic programs Automatic cooking All automatic programs are weight dependent. Three programs are available for frozen The weight can be displayed in either and fresh food. pounds (lb) or grams (g), see The recommended "standing time" for "Settings". these programs is approx. 2 minutes. Once a program is selected, enter the Cooking frozen food N °... -
Page 32: Popcorn Æ
Automatic programs If desired the time can be extended by a few minutes during operating by pressing the "Start" button repeatedly until the desired time shows in the display. It is only possible to extend the time by a few minutes. ^ Press the relevant button until the A signal will sound when the program is desired program appears in the... -
Page 33: Recipes For The Automatic Programs
Recipes for the automatic programs ° Here you will find a few suggested Carrots in a chervil cream sauce recipes for the "Cooking fresh food (serves 2) °" program, which you can add to or Preparation time: 25 - 35 minutes modify as desired. - Page 34 Recipes for the automatic programs ° AC 2 À Potatoes AC 3 $ Fish Fish curry This program can be used to cook (serves 4) peeled, new and bouillon potatoes. Enter the weight for the potatoes and Preparation time: 35 - 45 minutes the cooking liquid.
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Page 35: Reheating
Reheating Select the following microwave power If you are unsure whether a sufficiently levels to reheat food and drinks: high temperature has been reached, continue reheating a little longer. Drinks ..... 900 W Food . -
Page 36: Cooking
Cooking Place the food in microwave-safe Food with a thick skin or peel, such cookware and cover it. as tomatoes, sausages, potatoes (cooked in their skins) and eggplant, When cooking, it is recommended to should be pierced or the skin cut in initially select a power level of 900 W several places before cooking to allow and then, when the food is hot, reduce... -
Page 37: Defrosting / Defrosting And Reheating Or Cooking
Defrosting / Defrosting and reheating or cooking Defrosting followed by Do not refreeze partially or fully reheating or cooking defrosted food. Consume defrosted Deep-frozen food can be defrosted and food as soon as possible, as it will immediately reheated or cooked. lose its nutritional value and spoil if left for too long. -
Page 38: Canning
Canning You can use the microwave to can The amount of time required for the small amounts of fruit, vegetables and contents in all jars to start bubbling meat in glass jars. Prepare the items as evenly is as follows: you normally would. -
Page 39: Suggested Uses
Suggested uses Food Quantity Power Time Notes level (min) (in W) Melting butter 1/4 lb (100 g) 1:00 – 1:10 Do not cover. Melting 1/4 lb (100 g) 3:00 – 3:30 Do not cover. chocolate Stir halfway through melting. Dissolving gelatin 1 packet + 00:10 –... -
Page 40: Saving Your Favorite Programs
Saving your favorite programs One favorite program can be saved into memory. This program can be used for your most frequently cooked recipe. The program can have up to 3 stages (for example: 2 minutes at 600 W, followed by 10 minutes at 450 W, and finally 3 minutes at 300 W). - Page 41 Saving your favorite programs Using the favorite program ^ Turn the power selector to the 12 o'clock position. ^ Press the "M" button. ^ Press the "Start" button. If there is a loss of power, the program will no longer be saved and must be reentered.
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Page 42: Changing Settings
Changing settings Some of the appliance's factory default The other settings can be changed in settings can be changed if desired. the same way. ^ When you have finished making the See the chart on the following page for the different options available. desired changes, press the "Stop/C"... - Page 43 Changing settings Settings Available settings (* factory default) Time of day 12 h * 12-hour clock display. 24 h 24-hour clock display. P 2 Automatic "Keep S I * The keep-warm function is activated. warm" function The keep-warm function is deactivated. P 3 "Door"...
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Page 44: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Do not use a steam-cleaner to clean the microwave oven. Steam can reach the live electrical components of the appliance and cause a short circuit. Oven interior and inside of door The oven interior can get hot during use. -
Page 45: Appliance Front
Do not let water or any object get Miele authorized technician. into or block the air vents in the door frame. To clean the oven interior:... -
Page 46: Included Accessories
Cleaning and care Included accessories To avoid damaging the surfaces when cleaning, do not use any of the Boiling stick following: – Cleaning products containing soda, The boiling stick is dishwasher safe. ammonia, acid or chloride Plate cover – Lime removers Wash and dry the plate cover after –... -
Page 47: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Repairs to this appliance must only be carried out by a Miele authorized service technician in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons may pose a danger to the user. - Page 48 . . . the microwave function is working but not the oven lighting. ^ You can operate the appliance as usual, but the lamp has blown. To replace the lamp, contact Miele..strange noises are heard when the microwave oven is in use.
- Page 49 If the microwave oven switches off repeatedly, please contact the Miele. If you are not able to solve the problem by following the instructions above, do not, under any circumstances, open the appliance casing. This microwave oven should only be repaired by a Miele authorized technician.
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Page 50: After Sales Service
Miele’s Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal here is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home. - Page 51 Installation Instructions...
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Page 52: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of packaging material Disposal of your old appliance The cardboard box and packing Old appliance may contain materials materials protect the appliance during that can be recycled. Please contact shipping. They have been designed to your local recycling authority about the be biodegradable and recyclable. -
Page 53: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection Power supply CAUTION: Before servicing, The microwave comes equipped with a disconnect the power supply by power cord with a NEMA 5-15 P either removing the fuse, shutting off molded plug ready plug ready for the power main or manually connection to a: "tripping"... -
Page 54: Installation
Installation Building-in dimensions When building in the appliance, ensure that the vents located at the Tall cabinet front of the appliance are not blocked, and that there is adequate ventilation to the rear of the unit (see illustrations). Do not block the ventilation gaps! This microwave is suitable for installation into a tall cabinet. - Page 55 Installation Installation accessories (supplied) 4 x 16mm Only operate the appliance after it has been installed into cabinetry. ^ Position the fitting bracket on the center line. Use the mark on the bracket as a guide. ^ Mark the center line of the cabinet.
- Page 56 Installation ^ Fit a screw a in to the center of the first long hole. ^ Check the alignment of the unit, then fit another screw a into the other long hole. ^ Tighten both screws. ^ Place the appliance in the niche. Using both hands on the back of the microwave interior move it into place.
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Page 59: Contact Details
Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive 800-843-7231 Phone: Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-9898 www.miele.ca 609-419-4298... - Page 60 M 6040 SC en - US, CA M.-Nr. 09 798 350 / 00...