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Operating instructions
Microwave oven
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 10 229 460

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Microwave oven To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-GB M.-Nr. 10 229 460...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance .................. 4 Oven interior and accessories................. 4 Control panel ......................5 Accessories supplied ....................6 Caring for the environment ..................  7 Warning and Safety instructions................ 8 Description of function .................. 19 How the microwave oven works ................19 Modes of operation .....................
  • Page 3 Contents Using the minute minder ..................32 Altering a minute minder entry .................  32 Minute minder + cooking function .............. 32 Operation - Automatic programmes.............. 33 Automatic defrosting  ..................33 Automatic cooking ....................33 Popcorn  ......................35 Recipes for Automatic programmes  ............ 36 Saving your favourite programme (Memory) ............

  • Page 4: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Oven interior and accessories a Fascia panel c Appliance door b Turntable d Cover...

  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Guide to the appliance Control panel f On/Off sensor g Automatic Popcorn programme  h Function selector for microwave power and automatic programmes (can be turned clockwise and anti-clockwise and can be retracted in the • position by pushing in) i Electronic timer and clock display j Memory (to save a 1-3 stage programme sequence) M k Appliance settings ...

  • Page 6: Accessories Supplied

    Tip: These products and others can be ordered through the Miele Webshop. They can also be ordered from Miele (see end of this booklet for contact details) or from your Miele dealer.

  • Page 7: Caring For The Environment

    / recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also responsible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.

  • Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Read the Operating instructions carefully before using the appliance. They contain important information on the safety, installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and damage to the appliance. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions.
  • Page 9 This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or by Miele Service. Safety with children ...
  • Page 10 Do not use the appliance if it is damaged.  If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger.  Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage and present a hazard to the user.
  • Page 11 – the mains screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).  Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions  Reliable and safe operation of this microwave oven can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
  • Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use  Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated. The time required for this depends a number of factors, such as the nature of the food, its initial temperature and the amount to be cooked and recipe variations.
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions  The appliance can be damaged if it is used without food being placed in it or if it is incorrectly loaded. Therefore do not use the appliance to preheat crockery or to dry herbs or similar items. ...
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions  When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc, using microwave power, 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.
  • Page 16 Warning and Safety instructions  Heating up food in closed containers e.g. tins or sealed jars results in an increase in pressure will can cause them to explode. Do not use the microwave oven for bottling food or for heating up food in tins.
  • Page 17 Warning and Safety instructions  Only those plastic disposable containers which are specified by the manufacturer as suitable for use in a microwave oven may be used. Do not leave the oven unattended when heating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other inflammable materials.
  • Page 18  The surface is susceptible to scratching. Even magnets can cause scratches. Accessories  Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, warranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

  • Page 19: Description Of Function

    Description of function As heat is produced directly in the food, How the microwave oven this has the following advantages: works – Food can generally be cooked without In a microwave oven there is a high- adding liquid or cooking oil, or with just frequency tube called a magnetron.

  • Page 20: Modes Of Operation

    Modes of operation What can a microwave oven Microwave oven functions Microwave Solo In the microwave oven, food is cooked, Suitable for defrosting, reheating and reheated or defrosted quickly. cooking. You can use the microwave oven in the Automatic programmes following ways: You can choose from the following –...

  • Page 21: Suitable Containers For Microwave Ovens

    Suitable containers for microwave ovens Microwaves 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 shallow containers. Food heats up more evenly in these containers than in square containers.
  • Page 22 Suitable containers for microwave ovens suitable for use in a microwave oven Porcelain will result in more even heat Porcelain is a suitable material. distribution. However do not use porcelain with Please note that sparks and arcing gold or silver edging or items with can occur when using aluminium foil hollow knobs or handles, as dishes in the microwave.

  • Page 23: Testing Containers

    Suitable containers for microwave ovens Melamine is not suitable for use in this Testing containers oven. Melamine absorbs microwave If in doubt as to whether glass, energy and gets hot. When purchasing earthenware or porcelain plates or plasticware, make sure that it is suitable dishes are suitable for use in a for use in a microwave oven.

  • Page 24: The Cover

    Suitable containers for microwave ovens The cover  If the cover is used with a container which only has a narrow – prevents too much steam escaping, diameter, the cover could form a seal especially when cooking foods which around the container and there might need longer to cook, such as not be enough room for potatoes.

  • Page 25: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time  After installation, let the appliance Do not use the appliance if stand for approx. 2 hours at room – the appliance door is warped. temperature before using it. – the door hinges are loose. –...

  • Page 26: Time Of Day Display

    Time of day display Altering the time of day  The appliance must be built in before it can be used.  Press and release the function and rotary selectors if they are retracted. Set the time  Connect the appliance to the mains ...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation Opening the door Starting a programme If the microwave oven is being used, Use the appropriate selector to choose opening the door will interrupt the the microwave power level and the cooking programme. cooking duration.  Danger of injury! The door can support a maximum weight of 8 kg.

  • Page 28: Door" Message

    Operation  Set the required duration using the A programme can only be started if the time selector. door is closed. The duration selected is visible in the "door" message display. The "door" message in the display is a reminder that the appliance should not A duration of between 10 seconds and be used without food inside it.

  • Page 29: Interrupting Or Re-Starting A Programme

    Operation  the cooking duration can be Interrupting or re-starting a increased by touching "Start" during programme operation. Each time "Start" is At any time you can . . . touched, the cooking duration is . . interrupt a programme: increased by another minute.

  • Page 30: Automatic Keeping-Warm Function

    Operation Programming durations Automatic keeping-warm function Set durations can be altered. The keeping warm function will switch  Use the Start /  button to select the on automatically after the end of a duration you want to re-programme cooking programme which has used at (press once, twice or three times) and least 450 W, providing the door remains hold the Start /...
  • Page 31 Operation  Turn the rotary selector anti- clockwise until   appears in the display.   and  appear in the display and the  symbol flashes.  Confirm with OK.   will light up in the display, and  will flash.  Turn the rotary selector anti- clockwise until  ...

  • Page 32: Using The Minute Minder

    Operation  Alter the minute minder time with the Using the minute minder time selector. The minute minder can be used to time  Touch Start / to continue. any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling eggs. The time set counts down in one Minute minder + cooking function second steps.

  • Page 33: Operation - Automatic Programmes

    Operation - Automatic programmes Ad 9  Bread All of the automatic programmes are weight dependent. 100 – 1500 g This programme is particularly suitable The weight of the food can be for defrosting frozen sliced bread. If displayed as metric (g) or imperial (lb) possible, place single slices in the (see "Changing settings").
  • Page 34 Operation - Automatic programmes  Use the rotary selector to alter the weight.  Touch OK. The duration corresponding to the weight set appears in the display and the start symbol flashes.  Touch Start. The duration will begin to count down and , ...

  • Page 35: Popcorn

    Operation - Automatic programmes The programme will start after a short Popcorn  time. It will start immediately if Start is This automatic programme is suitable touched. for making microwave popcorn. You will soon hear the first kernels popping. Microwave popcorn is commercially available in packets of various sizes.

  • Page 36: Recipes For Automatic Programmes

    Recipes for Automatic programmes  Below are some recipe suggestions for Carrots in a chervil cream the Automatic programmes using the sauce (serves 2) "Cooking fresh food " function . Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes These can be adapted to suit your requirements. Ingredients If the weight guidelines are 350 g carrots, cleaned exceeded, the food will not cook...
  • Page 37 Recipes for Automatic programmes  Ac 5  Potatoes Golden curried potatoes (serves 3) This programme can be used to cook peeled, new and bouillon potatoes. Preparation time: 25 – 35 minutes Ingredients Method 500 g peeled potatoes Enter the weight for the potatoes and 1 onion, finely diced the cooking liquid.
  • Page 38 Recipes for Automatic programmes  Ac 6  Rice Ac 7  Fish fillet in sauce: Fish curry (serves 4) Use this programme for cooking rice in the microwave. Preparation time: 35 – 45 minutes Ingredients Method 300 g pineapple chunks Enter the weight of the dry rice. 1 red pepper 1 small banana Add boiling water in the ratio of 1 part...

  • Page 39: Saving Your Favourite Programme (Memory)

    Saving your favourite programme (Memory) You have the option of saving one favourite programme to memory. This programme can be used for your most frequently cooked recipe. This programme can have up to 3 stages (e.g.: 2 minutes at 600 W, followed by 10 minutes at 450 W and finally 3 minutes at 300 W).
  • Page 40 Saving your favourite programme (Memory) To access your favourite programme  Turn the programme selector to the 12 o'clock position.  Touch M.  Turn the rotary selector to view the individual programme steps.  Touch Start. In the event of a power cut, the favourite programme is no longer saved and must be re-entered.

  • Page 41: Changing Settings

    Changing settings  Turn the rotary selector if you wish to Some of the standard settings for the appliance (which are set at the factory) change the status (see chart), and have an alternative which you can confirm your entry by touching OK (for  ...
  • Page 42 Changing settings Setting Settings available (* factory default)   Time of day display   * If the appliance is not used for a while, the time display is switched off but the clock continues to operate in the background. The appliance is also switched off and must be switched on again before it can be used.
  • Page 43 Changing settings Setting Settings available (* factory default)   Automatic keeping-   The automatic keeping warm function is warm function deactivated.   * The automatic keeping warm function is activated.   "door" message   The "door" message does not appear. ...

  • Page 44: Reheating

    Reheating Select the following microwave power  Never reheat sealed jars. levels to reheat food: Remove the lid from baby food jars. Beverages 900 W With baby bottles, the screw top and Food 600 W teat must be taken off. Food for babies and 450 W Flash boiling can be avoided by children...
  • Page 45 Reheating 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.

  • Page 46: Cooking

    Cooking Place the food in a microwave safe  Eggs heated in their shells can container and cover it. burst, even after they have been taken out of the oven. When cooking, it is a good idea to select a power level of 900 W to start Eggs can only be cooked in their with and then when the food is hot shells in the microwave oven in a...

  • Page 47: Defrosting

    Defrosting Defrosting and cooking  Do not refreeze food once it has thawed. Deep-frozen food can be defrosted and Defrosted food should be used up as immediately reheated or cooked. quickly as possible as food soon First select 900 W followed by 450 W. loses it nutritional value and goes off.

  • Page 48: Examples Of Use

    Examples of use: Food Quantity Duration Notes power level (W) minutes) Melting butter/ 100 g 1:00 – 1:10 Do not cover margarine Melting 100 g 3:00 – 3:30 Do not cover, stir halfway chocolate through melting Dissolving 1 packet + 0:10 – 0:30 Do not cover, stir halfway gelatine 5 tbsp water through dissolving...

  • Page 49: Note For Test Institutes

    Note for test institutes Test food acc. to MW power Dura- Stand- Notes EN 60705 level (W) tion (min) time* (min) Custard, 38 – 40 Container see 1000 g Standard, dimensions at the upper rim (25 x 25 cm) Sponge cake, 7 –...

  • Page 50: Cleaning And Care

     If any damage to the door is necessary. noticed, the appliance should not be used until the fault has been rectified by a Miele authorised and trained service technician.

  • Page 51: Appliance Front

    Cleaning and care To clean the interior: Do not turn the turntable and/or locator manually, as this could damage the drive motor. Appliance front Do not let water or any object find its way into or block the air vents in the door frame.
  • Page 52 Cleaning and care – solvent-based cleaning agents, Accessories supplied – stainless steel cleaning agents, Cover – dishwasher cleaner, Wash the cover after each use. The cover can be washed in a – oven sprays, dishwasher. However, discolouration – glass cleaning agents, caused by natural dyes, e.g.

  • Page 53: Problem Solving Guide

    (disconnect the appliance from the mains supply and contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Service Department, see "After sales service")..a noise can be heard...
  • Page 54 You can then operate the appliance as normal, but not the oven lighting. not the lighting.  Contact Miele Customer Service if you need to replace the lighting..strange noises are The food is covered with aluminium foil.
  • Page 55  Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked. during a cooking, Remove any obstruction. reheating or defrosting The appliance switches off automatically in cases of programme. overheating.  Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down period. The appliance switches itself off again.  Contact Miele Service.

  • Page 56: After Sales Service

    In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet. N.B. A call-out fee will be charged for service visits...

  • Page 57: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection If the connection cable is damaged, it  Before connecting the appliance, must be replaced by a Miele approved ensure that it has not been damaged service technician. in any way. This appliance complies with European Do not use a damaged appliance.

  • Page 58: Installation

    Installation When building in the appliance, ensure that there is adequate ventilation to the front of the appliance. Do not obstruct the air vents with any objects! Lifting the microwave oven by the door handle could cause damage to the door. Use the handle cut-outs on the side of the housing to lift the appliance.
  • Page 59 Installation Carrying out installation The appliance must be built in before it can be used.  Align the appliance.  Open the appliance door and secure  Slide the appliance into the niche. the appliance into the side walls of Feed the cable with the plug through the furniture unit using the screws the back of the unit.
  • Page 63 Tel. +971 4 3044 999 Tel: (01) 461 07 10, Fax: (01) 461 07 97 Fax. +971 4 3418 852 E-Mail: info@miele.ie, Internet: www.miele.ie 800-MIELE (64353) Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG E-Mail: info@miele.ae Website: www.miele.ae Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany...
  • Page 64 M 6160 TC, M 6260 TC  en-GB M.-Nr. 10 229 460 / 03...

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