V-ZUG Ltd Microwave Miwell-Combi SL Operating instructions
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of it. Please follow the safety precautions. Modifications Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the time these operating instructions went to press.
Contents 1 2 Safety precautions 1.1 Symbols used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 General safety precautions . . . . . . . . 1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions 1.4 Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 Note on accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 8 9 Tips on settings 7.1 Optimal use . . . . . . . . . 7.2 Heating up . . . . . . . . . . 7.3 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . 7.4 Simultaneous defrosting 7.5 Meat, poultry, fish . . . . . 7.6 Vegetables, fresh . . . . . 7.7 Baking and cooking . . . 7.8 Popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... ........... ........... and cooking ........... ........... ........... ........... Care and maintenance 8.1 Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . 8.2 Cleaning the appliance door . . 8.
1 Safety precautions 1.1 Symbols used Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe said precautions can result in injury or in damage to the appliance or fittings! Information and precautions that should be observed. Information on disposal. Information about the operating instructions. ➤ Indicates step-by-step instructions. – Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken. • Indicates a list.
1 Safety precautions 1.2 General safety precautions • Read the operating instructions before using the appliance for the first time! • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
1 Safety precautions 1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions • READ THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE. • WARNING: Children should only use the appliance in the combined operating mode under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated. • WARNING: In the event that the appliance door or door seal is damaged, the appliance must not be used until it has been repaired by a qualified competent person.
1 Safety precautions • WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers, as they are liable to explode. • The appliance is intended to be used in household. • Only use containers that are suitable for use in microwave appliances. • The appliance must be carefully monitored when cooking foodstuffs in containers made from plastic or paper, as they could ignite. • The appliance is intended for heating food and beverages.
1 Safety precautions • Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the vessel. • The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken and the temperature must to be checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns and scalds. • Eggs in their shell or whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave appliances since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
1 Safety precautions • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or sharp metal scrapers for cleaning the glass of the appliance door, as they can scratch the surfaces. This can destroy the glass. • Under no circumstances use a steam cleaner.
1 Safety precautions 1.4 Disclaimer • Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly or in case of a repair order, follow the instructions given in the REPAIR SERVICE section.
1 Safety precautions 1.5 Instructions for use • The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please observe the precautions given in these operating instructions. • The appliance must be installed and connected up to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have the necessary work carried out by a qualified fitter/electrician.
1 Safety precautions Caution: Danger of injury! • Be careful that fingers do not get caught in the door hinges. Otherwise, if the appliance door is moved, there is a risk of injury. Particular care should be taken when children are around. • An open appliance door poses danger of tripping or injury! Do not sit or rest on the appliance door or use it as a storage surface. Caution: Burns hazard! • Accessible parts of the appliance can get hot when in use.
1 Safety precautions How to avoid damaging the appliance • The construction of the appliance may not be changed in any way. Do not apply force to or interfere with the appliance door or the control and safety devices. The illumination may only be replaced by our Customer Services. • Always keep the appliance clean. Clean the appliance door with mild detergent. • Take care not to damage the appliance door, the door frame and the door hinges.
1 Safety precautions Heating foods and liquids • Do not leave your appliance unattended when heating or cooking food in containers that are made of plastic, paper or other flammable materials. The containers can melt or ignite. • Do not heat beverages or food that contain alcohol. Ignition hazard and danger of explosion! • When heating liquids, place a teaspoon in the vessel to prevent delayed boiling (or superboiling).
1 Safety precautions • The cooking time depends on the quantity, nature and initial temperature of the food, as well the dishes being used. Always start with the shorter cooking time given to avoid overcooking the food. Otherwise, smaller quantities or food with a low moisture content can dry out and possibly ignite. If the food has not reached the right stage of cooking when the time is up, then extend the cooking time. • Prick food with a skin or peel such as potatoes, tomatoes, sausages, shell food, etc.
1 Safety precautions 1.7 Note on accessories The accessories get very hot during use – burns hazard! Always wear protective gloves or use oven cloths. Turntable roller and glass turntable • You should use the appliance at all times and exclusively with the turntable roller and the glass turntable supplied. • You should never place a vessel or container other than the glass turntable directly on the turntable roller.
1 Safety precautions Food cover • Use the food cover with the Power&Favorit and microwave modes only. The food cover could otherwise melt. Cookware • You should ensure that the cookware does not touch the sides of the cooking space as it rotates. Note also when using the microwave and combi modes: • You should use only heat-resistant, microwave-proof dishes, such as glass, ceramic, porcelain or temperature-resistant plastics. Microwaves can penetrate these materials.
1 Safety precautions 1.8 Disposal Packaging Danger of suffocation! Packaging materials (e.g. plastic, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Keep packaging materials away from children. All packaging material is marked and should be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection ➤ Pull the plug out of the mains socket or have the appliance disconnected from the mains supply by an electrician. Then cut off the mains cable.
2 Appliance description 2.
2 Appliance description 2.2 Operating and display elements Buttons Illumination Timer Operating modes Time, operating time, switch-off time Microwave operating modes Off Adjusting knob Displays Microwave power level, temperature Time, operating time, switch-off time, timer, etc.
2 Appliance description 2.3 Accessories Turntable roller and glass turntable ➤ You should always use the turntable roller and the glass turntable in combination with the other accessories. Place the turntable roller in the fitting in the floor of the cooking space. ➤ Position the glass turntable on the turntable roller so that the pegs on the base of the glass turntable engage in the corresponding recesses of the turntable drive in the floor of the cooking space.
2 Appliance description CombiCrunch grip ➤ Use the CombiCrunch grip for taking the CombiCrunch plate out of the cooking space. High or low wire rack ➤ ➤ When using the combi mode, you should never place metal dishware on the wire rack. Otherwise, arcing can occur which will damage the appliance. When using the hot air mode, place the food on the wire rack to allow the air to circulate freely. When using the grill mode, place the food directly on the wire shelf and do not cover.
2 Appliance description 2.4 Ventilation fan The fan switches on automatically during operation. The fan can continue to run at the end of operation to cool the electronic components. During this time, the appliance door can be opened and the food removed. The fan switches off automatically. 2.5 Installation Do not obstruct the ventilation openings at any time. The appliance may only be operated with the appropriate approved installation kit.
3 Operating the appliance The operating modes, the operating time, the switch-off time and various other functions can be selected by pressing the appropriate button once or more. • The symbol for the function selected illuminates or flashes. • A recommendation flashes in the corresponding digital display. • Turn the adjusting knob to change the setting. • Press the adjusting knob to confirm the setting or it will be automatically accepted after 10 seconds.
3 Operating the appliance 3.2 Start protection Start protection prevents an operating mode being started accidentally. If the length of time between closing the appliance door and starting the appliance is longer than 1 minute, start protection is automatically activated. • If any attempt is made to start any operating mode, appears in the digital displays. • Opening the appliance door deactivates start protection. • Press the adjusting knob to start the operating mode.
3 Operating the appliance Selecting the operating mode ➤ Select the – operating mode. flashes in the left digital display. – The – The – symbol flashes. symbol illuminates. illuminates in the right digital display. ➤ The microwave power level can be changed by turning the knob. ➤ Use the – ➤ button to select the operating time. illuminates in the left digital display. – The symbol illuminates. – The symbol flashes. – adjusting flashes in the right digital display.
4 User settings You can adjust the settings. ➤ With the appliance switched off, hold the for 5 seconds. ➤ Press the – adjusting knob depressed appears in the digital display. – adjusting knob to confirm. appears in the digital display for «Childproof lock off». ➤ Turn the ➤ Press the – E.g. adjusting knob to select the setting. adjusting knob to confirm. flashes in the digital display for «Time display visible».
4 User settings Possible settings Childproof lock off * on Time display visible * invisible Illumination automatically with door via button only * Acoustic signal on * off Temperature unit ˚C * ˚F Time format 24 h * 12 h Factory settings no change restore * Factory setting 29
4 User settings 4.1 Childproof lock The childproof lock is to prevent the appliance being inadvertently switched on. If the or button are pressed when the childproof lock is activated: – A double acoustic signal is emitted. – Nothing happens when the button is pressed. Operating the appliance when the childproof lock is activated ➤ Hold the button depressed and press the or button. – The childproof lock is overridden. The appliance can be operated as normal.
4 User settings 4.3 Illumination With the «automatically with door» setting, when an operating mode is running the illumination comes on when the appliance door is opened and goes off again when it is closed. Press the button to switch the illumination on or off at any time. If the illumination is not switched off by pressing the button, it will go off automatically 30 minutes after use. 4.
5 Time functions The following time functions are available: • Time • Timer – can be used at any time and independently of all other functions • Operating time – time-controlled switch-off of the appliance • Delayed start – time-controlled switch-on and switch-off of the appliance When the appliance is switched off, the time display is dimmed between 24:00 and 6:00. 5.1 Setting and changing the time The time cannot be changed if the appliance is in operation or if a delayed start has been set.
5 Time functions 5.2 Timer The timer functions like an egg timer. It can be used at any time and independently of all other functions. Setting ➤ ➤ Press the button. – flashes in the right digital display. – The symbol flashes. Turn the adjusting knob to set the timer duration. The timer can be set for: • up to 10 minutes in 10-second intervals, e.g. seconds. • over 10 minutes in 1-minute intervals, e.g. 12 minutes.
5 Time functions Switching off before time ➤ ➤ Press the button 2×. – flashes in the right digital display. – The symbol flashes. Press the 5.3 adjusting knob to confirm. Operating time The operating mode selected switches off automatically when the operating time is up. Setting ➤ Select the desired operating mode. ➤ If the right digital display does not flash, press the button. – A corresponding recommended value appears in the right digital display.
5 Time functions End of the operating time When the set duration is up: – The appliance switches off automatically. – A long, intermittent acoustic signal is emitted for 1 minute. – flashes in the right digital display. – The symbol flashes. – The settings remain for 3 minutes. Extending the operating time ➤ Turn the adjusting knob within 3 minutes to select a new duration. Switching off ➤ Press the button to switch off. – The settings are cleared. 5.
5 Time functions Setting the operating time ➤ If the right digital display does not flash, press the button. – The corresponding recommended value flashes in the right digital display. – The ➤ symbol flashes. Turn the adjusting knob to set the duration. Setting the switch-off time ➤ Press the button again. – The switch-off time – without a delayed start – e.g. right digital display. – The flashes in the symbol flashes. ➤ Turn the adjusting knob to set the switch-off time.
5 Time functions Checking and changing ➤ Press the button 1×. – The operating time is visible for 2 seconds. ➤ Press the button 2×. – The switch-off time flashes. It can be changed. The operating time, the operating mode and the microwave power level cannot be changed. Switching off before time ➤ Press the button. End of the operating time When the set duration is up: – The appliance switches off automatically. – A long, intermittent acoustic signal is emitted for 1 minute.
6 Operating modes All the operating modes are described below. ➤ See also the notes in TIPS ON SETTINGS. Operating mode Symbol Range Recommendation 50–225 °C 0–1 hr. 30 mins. 180 °C/15 mins. – 15 mins. 1000 W 0–2 mins. 30 secs. 1000 W 50 secs. Microwave 0–850 W 0–1 hr. 30 mins. 650 W 5 mins. CombiCrunch 0–1 hr. 30 mins. 2 mins. AutomaticPlus – – 180 °C/350 W/5 mins. or 180 °C/350 W/15 mins. 650 W/5 mins. or 350 W/15 mins.
6 Operating modes ➤ Always use the turntable roller and the glass turntable in combination with the other accessories. Use Accessories For cake, bread, savouries and biscuits, etc. For browning and crisping food, as well as gratinating and toasting.Place the food to be grilled directly on the wire rack. Place a plate underneath the wire rack to catch food residues and condensate. For everyday use for heating liquids such as water for tea, milk, etc.
6 Operating modes 6.1 Power&Favorit The heating of liquids, e.g. 2 dl coffee, can be saved with this operating mode. ➤ Select the – operating mode. illuminates in the left digital display. – The – symbol flashes. flashes in the right digital display. ➤ Turn the ➤ Press the adjusting knob for at least 2 seconds to save the duration. adjusting knob to set the operating time. The next time the operating mode is selected, the operating time saved flashes in the right digital display. 6.
6 Operating modes 6.3 AutomaticPlus By using «AutomaticPlus», everyday recipes can be simply set up and quickly prepared. The programmes can be selected by the preparation method and the food category. ➤ Select the ➤ Turn the to confirm. – operating mode. flashes in the left digital display. adjusting knob to select the preparation method and press – In the left digital display the preparation method illuminates and the food category flashes. ➤ Turn the confirm.
6 Operating modes Possible settings Preparation method Food category Quantity A Regenerate A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 Plated meal Frozen plated meal Soup Beverages Frozen lasagne 250–500 250–500 200–800 100–500 200–500 g g g g g B Crispy baking ** B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 Chips * Pizza (thin base) Pizza (thick base) Chicken nuggets/chicken wings * Quiche 200–500 200–400 300–800 200–500 200–500 g g g g g C Defrosting C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 Meat * Chicken * Fish * Vegetables * Bread * 100 g–2 kg 100 g–2,5 kg 100 g–2 kg 100
6 Operating modes 6.4 Combi mode The combi mode is only possible with the microwave and hot air or grill. ➤ Select the – operating mode. flashes in the right digital display. – The ➤ and Turn the symbols flash. adjusting knob to set the duration (maximum of ). The cooking time refers to both grill and microwave operation. ➤ Select the operating mode. – The operating time selected illuminates in the right digital display. – The symbol illuminates. – The symbol flashes.
7 Tips on settings Symbols used Operating modes Microwave operating modes W Watts mins. Duration in minutes Accessories 7.1 Optimal use The recommended settings given in recipe books are likely to be too high and the accessories not optimal for this appliance. In the following tables, you will find information to help you get the best use out of the appliance. ➤ Always place the food in the centre of the glass turntable. ➤ Cover liquid and steaming food, unless it should remain crispy.
7 Tips on settings 7.2 Heating up Quantity W mins. Milk * 2 dl – 650 1½–2 Beverages * 2 dl – 800 1½–2 300 g – 800 2½–3 550 g – 800 4–5 3–5 dl – 800 2–6 Lasagne, baked dish, gratin 400–500 g – 800 5–6 Pasta ** 200–300 g – 500 2–3 Rice ** 150–300 g – 800 1½–3 Vegetables 250–400 g – 800 1½–3 Plated meal Soup * – * When heating liquids, place a teaspoon in the vessel to prevent delayed boiling (or superboiling). ** Always add a little liquid.
7 Tips on settings 7.3 Defrosting Quantity Small sausages * W mins. – – 150 5–8 Minced meat * 500 g – 150 10–15 Joint of meat * 800 g – 150 18–25 Chicken parts * 600 g – 150 12–20 Fish * 400 g – 150 7–10 Spinach * 300 g – 150 6–8 Berries 200 g – 150 4–5 Bread loaf 500 g – 150 6–7 Baguette rolls 4 à 50 g – 150 2–3 – * Turn halfway through the cooking time. ➤ When freezing food, try to make as flat and small a shape as possible.
7 Tips on settings 7.4 Simultaneous defrosting and cooking Quantity Pizza W mins. 300–350 g – – 6–8 Hamburgers 2–4 – – 5–8 Fish fingers 200–300 g – – 5–7 400 g – – 15–16 200 g – 800 4 500 g – 800 7 200–400 g – 650 8 400 g – 650 13–17 Chips Mixed vegetables * Fruit compote – Lasagne Follow the frozen food manufacturers’ recommendations. * Turn halfway through the cooking time.
7 Tips on settings 7.5 Meat, poultry, fish Quantity W mins. Roast beef 1 kg 165–175 – – 60–75 Meat loaf 1 kg 180–190 – – 50–80 Chicken 1 kg 225 350 30–32 – 600 5–6 180–190 350 15–20 – – 3–9 Chicken breast 125–300 g Whole fish 500–600 g Fillet of fish 400–500 g – – Always use the low wire rack.
7 Tips on settings 7.6 Vegetables, fresh Quantity W mins. Broccoli 300–500 g – – 800 5–8 Cauliflower 300–500 g – – 800 3–8 Carrots 300–400 g – – 800 3–8 Tomatoes 400 g – – 800 2–3 Aubergines 400 g – – – 6–8 2–4 – – – 10–15 250 g – – – 3–5 250 g – – – 8–12 500 g – – – 15–18 – 650 7 Sweet pepper Zucchetti Chopped potatoes Baked potatoes * 1 à 250 g * Pierce with a fork before cooking and turn halfway through the cooking time.
7 Tips on settings 7.7 Baking and cooking Quantity W mins.
7 Tips on settings Baking and cooking Quantity Bread W mins. 500 g–1 kg 210–225 – – 30–35 Bread rolls 5–7 225 – – 15–20 Bread rolls, pre-baked 6–10 225 – – 10–15 Lasagne, baked dishes, gratin for 4 persons 180–200 350 25–30 Gratinating vegetables – – 350 7–12 Always use the low wire rack. 7.8 Popcorn Quantity Popcorn * 100 g W – – 850 mins. 2 – * Follow the manufacturers’ recommendations.
8 Care and maintenance Allow the appliance and accessories to cool down before cleaning. The appliance may not be used if the appliance safety door catch is damaged. Inspect these parts regulary. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or cleaning aids such as steel wool, knives, glass scrapers, razor blades, etc. to clean the door glass. Scratches on the door glass could cause breakage. Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents or stainless steel cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, wire wool, etc.
8 Care and maintenance 8.3 Cleaning the cooking space Always replace the turntable roller and glass turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents. Do not use scouring pads, wire wool, etc. as such products will damage the surface. ➤ Clean the cooking space regularly, especially when food has been spilt. Take care that no grease splashes or food residues harden. Take all accessories out of the cooking space before cleaning.
8 Care and maintenance 8.4 Cleaning the accessories Allow the glass turntable to cool down before cleaning. Allow the CombiCrunch plate to cool down well before cleaning. Do not immerse the CombiCrunch plate in water whilst still hot or cool it under running water. Rapid cooling will damage the ComiCrunch plate. Scouring pads, steel wool, etc. will cause visible damage.
9 Trouble-shooting This section lists faults that can be solved simply by following the instructions given. If another fault is displayed or the fault cannot be remedied, please call Customer Services. Please note down the FN number and the error message in full, e.g. xx , before calling Customer Services. 9.1 What to do if … … the appliance was switched on without any food in it Possible cause Solution The appliance will be undamaged if only switched on for a short time.
9 Trouble-shooting … a scratching noise can be heard when the appliance is switched on Possible cause Solution • Cooking space floor and turntable roller are soiled. ➤ Clean the floor of the cooking space and the turntable roller regularly. … the appliance affects your television reception Possible cause Solution Your appliance is not faulty in this case. When in use, it can cause interference to television or radio reception.
9 Trouble-shooting … the appliance switches off prematurely Possible cause Solution • Appliance is overheated. ➤ Check the ventilation slots. These must be freely accessible. • Ventilation slots are obstructed. ➤ Remove any objects obstructing the ventilation slots. ➤ Wait for the appliance to cool down. ➤ Restart the appliance. 9.2 After a power failure After a power failure, symbol flashes.
10 Accessories and spare parts Please give model number of the appliance and exact description of the accessory or spare part when ordering parts.
11 Technical data External dimensions ➤ See installation instructions Electrical connection ➤ See identification plate 1 1 Automatic energy-saving stand-by To avoid consuming power unnecessarily, the appliance is equipped with automatic energy-saving stand-by. To reduce power consumption to a minimum, select , «Time display invisible», in the user settings. Despite automatic energysaving stand-by, all safety functions are active.
12 Disposal Packaging • All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection • Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety • Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, especially through children playing.
13 Index A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 22, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acoustic signal . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . Appliance description . . . . . . . . . . Appliance door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AutomaticPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, Programme table. . . . . . . . . . . . . Avoiding damaging appliance . . . .
13 Index O Operating elements. . . . Operating mode AutomaticPlus . . . . . . . CombiCrunch . . . . . . . Power&Favorit . . . . . . . Operating modes . . . . . Operating the appliance Example . . . . . . . . . . . Operating time . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . Optimal use. . . . . . . . . . Orders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . P Packaging . . . . . . . . Power failure . . . . . . Power&Favorit . . . . . Preparation method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Repair service The TROUBLE-SHOOTING section will help you to correct minor malfunctions yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service technician and the cost that goes along with it. Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance. Enter these details below and also on the service sticker which comes with the appliance. Stick it in a conspicuous place or in your telephone or address book.
Quick instructions Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions! To set the time ➤ Press the ➤ Turn the ➤ Press the ➤ Turn the button. adjusting knob to set the hour. button again. adjusting knob to set the minutes. To switch off the appliance ➤ Press the button. To set the timer ➤ Press the ➤ Turn the button. adjusting knob to set the timer duration. Switching Power&Favorit on ➤ Press the ➤ Press the button. adjusting knob to confirm.
