UK Operating instructions Microwave Oven
Table of contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 The control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Setting the clock / Microwave power settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The display & the selector knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 The folding rack . . .
Installation BEFORE CONNECTION • Check whether your oven has suffered any damage during transport (deformed door or door seal, etc.). If you see any signs of damage, contact your dealer before use. • Verify the power voltage. If there is a PERMANENT undervoltage (200-210 volts), consult your electrical installer. LOCATION • The appliance should be installed at a distance of 85 cm above floor. • Place the oven on a flat and horizontal surface, away from any source of heat or steam.
Warning • Your appliance is designed exclusively for the domestic purposes of defrosting, heating or cooking foods. The manufacturer bears no responsibility in the case of improper usage. • Only use ustensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. • To avoid deterioration of your microwave oven, never operate it empty or without the turntable. • Never tamper with the lock mechanism of your microwave oven; you could cause damage requiring repair by an authorised technician.
General description Identification Drive shaft label Wheel support Speed DEFROST sticker Turntable Grill • THE TURNTABLE : ensures equal cooking of food throughout with no need to intervene. - It may be used as a cooking surface. - Rotation is controlled by the drive shaft and the wheel support. - The turntable rotates in both directions. - If it does not turn, verify that all components are properly positioned. - For easy removal, wells are provided on either side.
The control panel A Display window : to simplify programming, the display indicates : the time of day, the types of food and functions, the minutes / seconds, weight or temperature programmed. B The selector knob : to choose the food type, function, programme time, weight or temperature. A C FOOD TYPE key : to choose the food type, with the selector knob. D FUNCTION key : to choose the appropriate function, with the selector knob.
Setting the clock After first plugging in your microwave oven or after a power outage, 00:00 the clock reads 0 0 : 0 0 and the two dots flash. To set the clock : - Press the PAUSE / CANCEL key for 5 seconds. The 4 numbers flash, and a tone sounds indicating the hour must be set. 00:00 - Turn the selector knob to display the correct time. - Validate by pressing the PAUSE / CANCEL key Your clock is set. .
The display & the selector knob 12:30 200°C The display and the selector knob guide you in your choice of : food types beverages fish pork, veal turkey beef lamb fresh readymade dishes vegetables poultry frozen readymade dishes functions DEFROST LOW GRILL HIGH GRILL SIMMER HEAT MICROWAVE + GRILL FAN COOK FAN + MICROWAVE the weight for Automatic programming the programme time (or clock) 1 2 : 0 0 the temperature for programming the fan functions 200°C The food type or function being s
The folding rack To fold down the rack ➥ : Push in on the hooked ends and fold the bars in towards the center. When used with the microwave only or combined microwave functions, it must be positioned on the center of the turntable. Metal dishes may be used on the rack only with the GRILL function. The rack : ➡ ➨ ➡ ➥ ➥ high position low position (folded) Never set any metal dish on the rack when using the microwave, grill + microwave or fan + microwave functions.
Programming Your microwave oven is now plugged in and the clock is set. Open the door. Set the dish inside, close the door. If the door is not properly shut, the appliance will not operate. The following keys are used for the various programmes : FOOD TYPE FUNCTION AUTOMATIC FAN GRILL SPEED DEFROST • 3 beeps announce the end of a programme. The beeps are repeated every minute for 10 minutes until you open the door.
Programming the microwave function You may choose amongst the following programmes : Express programme ▼ Set the programme time (ex. 2 minutes) with the selector knob. The functions & blink alternatively to indicate that the express programme (900 W) is set. ▼ Press START 2:00 . Programming with the function key ▼ Press the FUNCTION key, make your selection. With this key, the SIMMER setting is available. ▼ Wait until 0 0 : 0 0 flashes, set the programme time with the selector knob.
Auto Programming Automatic programming With the AUTO key, the programme time is set automatically according to the weight of your food item. ▼ Press the FOOD TYPE key, make your selection. ▼ Press the FUNCTION key, make your selection. ▼ Press the AUTO key; 50 flashes, use the selector knob to indicate the weight of your food item. ▼ Press START 500 . The appropriate time is programmed automatically.
Speed DEFROST With the Speed DEFROST key you can quickly defrost all types of frozen food. To guarantee quality results, use Speed DEFROST for dishes weighing up to 500g. To defrost food items over 500g, use the FUNCTION key (as described on the preceding page). ▼ For quick defrosting of meat, poultry, fish,vegetables and beverages, press the Speed DEFROST key once : -1 Sj is displayed. ▼ For quick defrosting of bread, rolls and pastry, press the Speed DEFROST key twice : -2 Sj is displayed.
The grill function This function enables you to brown dishes such as gratins or meat. It may be used before or after cooking, as called for in the recipe. Grill Positions 1 • The grill folds down for easy cleaning : 1. Horizontal position: for cooking au gratin, grilled food laid flat. 2. Vertical position : for cleaning the oven. Always allow the grill to cool off 25 minutes before touching it.
The microwave + grill function This function enables you to use the microwaves and grill simultaneously, for rapid cooking. Programming the microwave + grill functions simultaneously : ▼ Press the FOOD TYPE key, make your selection. ▼ Press the FUNCTION key grill , select the microwave + unction. The appropriate microwave power setting and the grill level will be automatically adjusted according to your food type. ▼ Wait until 0 0 : 0 0 flashes, set the programme time with the selector knob.
The fan functions 2 convection cooking functions are available : the fan function • to cook and brown food just as in a traditional convection oven the fan + microwave function • to combine microwave power with fan cooking, for considerable time savings. Pointers •The cooking temperature may be set from 5 0 ° - 2 5 0 ° C by 5° steps. •Cooking time may be set from 0 - 9 0 by 1 minute steps. •You may modify the cooktime at any point during the programme.
Programming the fan function Example : to bake an apple pie Using your favorite recipe, prepare the pie in the glass pie dish. Set the dish on the rack in the low position and place together on the turntable. You choose the temperature and cooktime yourself according to personal preference. ▼ Press the FAN key. ▼ 1 7 5 ° flashes, requesting you set the desired temperature, ex. 220°. ▼ When 0 0 : 0 0 flashes, enter the programme time, ex. 40 minutes.
Programming the fan + microwave function Timed programming You choose the cooktime yourself according to personal preference. ▼ Press the FOOD TYPE key, select BEEF. ▼ Press the FUNCTION key, select the FAN + MICROWAVE function. ▼ The appropriate temperature for the roast is set automatically, 0 0 : 0 0 flashes, requesting you set the desired programme length, ex. 30 minutes. ▼ Press START 200° 30:00 .
Recommendations WHILE THE OVEN IS OPERATING : • If you used the time or AUTO key, ➤ you may change the programme length at any time. • You may stop or start the turntable revolving during a programme by pressing the TURNTABLE STOP key . • To change the food type or FUNCTION selection, press the CANCEL key programme again. twice and • If you open the door before the end of the programme, shut the door and press the START key to continue the programme.
Care & cleaning • WARNING : It is recomended to clear the oven regularly and to take any food deposit inside and outside the appliance.Use a soapy and wet cloth. If the appliance is not kept clean, its surface could deteriorat and adversely affect its life and possibly result in a hazardous situation. SOAP + WATER If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person. • A steam cleaner is not to be used.
Troubleshooting guide Problem Suggestion ▼ The time counts down, but the appliance does not function (the turntable does not rotate, the light does not come on and the food is not heated) ▲ Press the TURNTABLE OFF key seconds. ▼ The microwave oven is noisy when operating. ▲ Adjust the front left foot. Clean the wheels and the well areabeneath the turntable. ▼ Condensation forms on the door glass ▲ Clean the vents under the appliance. ▼ The grill element smokes when it heats up.
After-sales service • If the equipment has sustained any damage : - Check that the door is not deformed. • If the oven does not operate, before calling the repairman : - Check the electrical supply. - Check that the door is properly closed. - Check your programming. CAUTION : never attempt to repair your oven yourself. WARNING : it is dangerous for anyone other than qualified personnel to make any repairs requiring removal of the cover providing protection from exposure to microwave energy.
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