Microwave Oven
Microwave Oven
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Time and function display
2. button: adjusts the clock
3. COMBI FUNCTION button: selects functions
4. GRILL button
5. FAN button
6. MICRO button
7. AUTO MENU button: rapid cooking programmes
8. TIME ADJUST knob: sets automatic defrosting, weight and cooking time.
12. STOP/CLEAR button: stops cooking and clears settings
13. START/+1 min button: starts cooking and rapid heating
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DESCRIPTION
A Grill element
B Control panel
C Microwave outlet cover
D Turntable spindle
E Inside of door
F Low wire rack
G High wire rack
H Turntable
I Turntable support ring
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MPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE
2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this ser-
vice.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and
health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain
significant savings in energy and resources.As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances
separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.
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15) The temperature of the door or the outer surface may be high when the appliance is operating. Do not
place anything on top of the oven while in use. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.
16) When heating liquids (water, coffee, milk, etc.) it is possible that the contents may suddenly 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 shall be taken when handling the container.
17) Do not heat spirit with a high alcohol content, nor large quantities of oil, as these could catch fire !
18) The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature shall be
checked before consumption in order to avoid burns. It is also advisable to stir or shake the food in 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.
19) Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could
adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
20) Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
21) All microwaves are tested and approved in accordance with current electromagnetic safety and
compatibility regulations and standards. As a precautionary measure, pacemaker manufacturers
recommend wearers to keep a minimum distance of 20-30 cm between an operating microwave oven and
the pacemaker in order to avoid possible interference with the pacemaker. If you suspect that such an
interference is occurring, turn the oven off immediately and contact the pacemaker manufacturer.
22) If the oven overheats (prolonged use, use empty, etc), the safety thermostat could turn the oven off. After
cooling down, the oven will operate as normal.
23) The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating.
24) Appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
25) The appliance must be placed to work with the rear side approached to the wall.
N.B. 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 and a small amount of smoke. This is only a result of protective substances applied
to the heating element
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On some models, the microwave output power is also given in this symbol, reproduced
on the control panel.
6) Do not block the air intake vents. In particular, never place anything on top of the
oven and make sure the air and steam outlet vents (on the top, bottom and rear
of the appliance) are ALWAYS FREE (fig. 7). AIR
USCITA
OUTLET
ARIA
7) Place the turntable support (I) in the centre of the circular housing and rest the
turntable (H) on top. The spindle (D) must be inserted into the housing in the cen- fig. 7
tre of the turntable.
N.B. Do not position the oven on or near sources of heat (for example on top
of a refrigerator) (fig. 8).
8) The appliance must be connected to a socket with a minimum current rating of
16A. Make sure the household main switch has a minimum rating of 16A to fig. 8
avoid it tripping unexpectedly during operation of the oven.
9) Position the oven in such a way that the power plug and socket are easily acces-
sible.
10) Before you switch on the oven, check that the mains voltage corresponds to that specified on the oven rating
plate and that the power socket is properly earthed. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for failure to
observe this safety precaution.
11) The majority of modern electronic appliances (TV, radio, stereo systems etc) are shielded from radio fre-
quency (RF) signals. Certain electronic appliances may not, however, be shielded from radio frequency sig-
nals deriving from a microwave oven. You should therefore keep a distance of at least 1-2 metres between
these appliances and the operating oven.
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TURNTABLE
Use for all operating and cooking
functions.
1.5 OVENWARE
In microwave only and combi with microwave functions, any glass (preferably Pyrex), ceramic, china or ter-
racotta ovenware may be used provided it has no metal decorations or parts (eg. gold paint decorations, metal
handles, feet etc.). Heat resistant plastic containers may also be used, but only in microwave only mode.
If you are in doubt as to the suitability of a particular container, carry out this simple test - place the empty
container in the oven for 30 seconds at maximum power (microwave only mode).
If the container remains cold or heats up only slightly, it is suitable for microwave cooking.
If it becomes very hot (or sparks are produced), the container is not suitable.
You can also use heat resistant plastic containers.
When heating food for brief periods, paper napkins, cardboard trays or disposable plastic plates can be used
as a base. The size and shape of containers must allow them to rotate easily inside the oven.
Metal, wood, cane and crystal glass containers are not suitable for microwave cooking.
Since microwaves heat food - and not the dish - you can also heat food on the plate you intend to serve it on.
This can save you a lot of unnecessary washing up.
Remember that heat may be transferred from the food to the plate. You may therefore have to use an oven
glove to take it out of the oven. All standard ovenware may be used in "FAN", "GRILL" or "FAN + GRILL" func-
tions.
The following table provides useful guidelines for choosing ovenware:
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• If you want to change the time set, press the button (2) and repeat the setting procedure as instruc-
ted above.
• You can press the button (2) at any moment, even when the oven is operating, to display the time.
The time will be displayed for 2 seconds.
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AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING
• If you open the door to check progress of defrosting, microwave emission stops and the remaining time
flashes on the display. To continue defrosting, close the door again and press the START/+1 min button
(10). The oven continues the countdown from where it was interrupted.
• To reset the time, proceed as follows:
- if the door is open, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) once;
- if the oven is operating, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) twice;
- if the oven is off and the door is closed, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) once.
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• You can open the door to check on cooking at any time. If you open the door during cooking, microwave
emission stops. To restart cooking, close the door and press the START/+1 min button (10).
• If cooking must be stopped for any reason, this can be done without opening the door by pressing the
STOP/CLEAR button (9).
• To finish cooking, proceed as follows:
- if the door is open, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) once;
- if the oven is operating, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) twice;
- if the oven is off and the door is closed, press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) once.
• The cooking time and microwave power level can be modified even after the required function has been
started by pressing the START/+1 min button (10).
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It enables cooked or heated food to be kept warm without becoming dry or sticking to the cooking container.
Set the microwave power level at 10 and cover the food with a plate or clear film to keep it warm until served.
If you prefer, you can keep the food warm directly on the serving plate (covered).
• You are recommended to heat food (particularly if frozen) to a temperature of at least 70°C (it must be
piping hot!). You will not be able to eat the food at once as it will be too hot, but complete sterilisation will
be guaranteed.
• Frozen food must be defrosted before heating starts. The lower the initial temperature of the food, the lon-
ger the time required for heating.
• Food and beverages may be heated for short periods in paper or plastic containers. However, if the
cooking time is too long, these containers may distort.
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HEATING TIMES
NB: Certain dishes can also be easily heated using the "AUTO MENU" programmes (see page 49).
SOFTENING
• Chocolate/icing 100 gr 50 5-6 Put on a plate. Mix the icing once
• Butter 50 -70 gr
100 0.7-0.12
FOOD AT REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE (5/8°C) TO 20/30°C
• Yoghurt 125 gr “ 0.12-0.17 Remove the metal foil
• Baby's bottle 240 gr 0.35-0.40 Heat the bottle without teat and mix immediately after hea-
“ ting to ensure an even temperature.
Check the temperature of the contents before consuming.
If the milk is at room temperature, shorten the time indicated sli-
ghtly. If you use powdered milk, mix well as residual powder
could catch fire. Use pre-sterilised milk.
• Portions of meat and/or 400 gr 8 - 10 Portions of all types of frozen precooked food to be hea-
“ ted to a temperature of 70°C. Place the frozen food direc-
vegetables
• Portion of pasta, cannelloni 400 gr 9 - 11 tly on the serving plate and cover with an upturned plate
“ or Pyrex dish. Make sure the centre is hot. If possible mix
or lasagne
the food.
• Portions of fish and/or rice 300 gr 6-8
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BEVERAGES AT ROOM TEMPERATURE (20°/30°C) TO ABOUT 70°C
• 1 cup of water 180 cc “ 1.30 - 2 All drinks must be stirred at the end of heating to distribu-
• 1 cup of milk 150 cc 1 - 1.30 te the temperature evenly.
“ When cooking broth, you should cover it with an upturned
• 1 cup of coffee 100 cc “ 1 - 1.30
plate.
• 1 bowl of broth 300 cc “ 3-4
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MEAT
When cooking meat with the microwave only function, you should cover it with microwave resistant clear film.
This helps spread the heat evenly and avoids the food becoming dry and stringy.
This function can be used to cook stews, goulash, chicken breast, etc. To cook roasts, kebabs, etc use the combi
function.
FISH
Fish cooks fast and with excellent results.
Flavour to taste with a little butter or oil (or cook without condiment if preferred).
Cover with clear film.
Cut skin before cooking. Arrange fillets evenly.
Cooking fish with egg and breadcrumbs is not recommended.
VEGETABLES
Vegetables conserve more of their natural colour and nutritional goodness when cooked in a microwave oven
compared to traditional cooking methods.
Wash and peel vegetables before cooking.
Large vegetables should be cut into even pieces.
For every 500 g of vegetables, add about five dessertspoons of water (fibrous vegetables require more water).
Always cover vegetables with clear film.
Stir at least once halfway through the cooking time. Add salt at the end of cooking only.
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COOKING TIME
Type Quantity Power level Time set (minutes) Notes Standing time
(minutes)
FISH
• Fillets 300 gr 70 4-6 Cover with film 2
• Slices 300 gr “ 5-7 Cover with film 2
• Whole 500 gr “ 8 - 10 Cover with film 2
• Whole 250 gr “ 4-6 Cover with film 2
• Slices 400 gr “ 5-7 Cover with film 2
• Shrimps/prawns 500 gr “ 5-7 Cover with film 2
VEGETABLES
• Asparagus 500 gr 100 9 - 11 Cut into 2 cm pieces 4
• Artichokes 300 gr “ 10 - 12 Use of artichoke bottoms is prefera-
ble. 4
• Green beans 500 gr “ 11 - 13 Cut into pieces 4
• Broccoli 500 gr “ 7-9 Divide into individual florets 4
• Brussels sprouts 500 gr “ 7-9 Leave whole 4
• White/green cabbage 500 gr “ 7-9 Cut into strips 4
• Red cabbage 500 gr “ 7-9 Cut into strips 4
• Carrots 500 gr “ 9 - 11 Cut into equal sized pieces 4
• Cauliflower 500 gr “ 11 - 13 Divide into florets 4
• Celery 500 gr “ 7-9 Divide into pieces 4
• Aubergines 500 gr “ 6-8 Dice 4
• Leaks 500 gr “ 6-8 Cut into strips 4
• Champignon 500 gr “ 6-8 Lasciarli interi. Non occorre acqua 4
mushrooms 4
• Onions 250 gr “ 5-7 Leave whole. No water required. 4
MEAT
• Goulash 1,5 kg “ 40 - 44 Cook uncovered and mix 2–3 times. 4
NB: The cooking times given here are purely indicative. Increase or reduce them to suit the weight and star-
ting temperature of the food and, in the case of vegetables, their consistency and fibre content.
( ) These indications are suitable for performing the minced meat defrosting test according to standard no.
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60705, paragraph 13.3 (see page 2). Turn the food over halfway through the set cooking time. Rest the
food to be defrosted directly on the turntable. Further information, including on other performance tests
according to standard no. 60705, is given in the table on page 2.
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COOKING TIME
Timer knob
Type Quantity Temperature (minutes) Notes
• Fresh pizza 600 gr 200° 30 Preheat the oven. Lay the pizza on greaseproof
paper directly on the wire rack
• Fruit tart 700 gr 190° 40 Preheat the oven. Use a cake tin
• Plum cake 950 gr 190° 90 Preheat the oven. Use a rectangular tin
• Quiche Lorraine 800 gr 190° 40 Preheat the oven. Use a cake tin with hook
• Walnut cake 650 gr 190° 40 Preheat the oven. Use a cake tin with hook
H D H
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• You can open the door to check on cooking at any time. If you open the door during cooking, grilling
pauses. To restart, close the door and press the START/+1 min button (10).
• If cooking must be stopped for any reason, this can be done without opening the door by pressing the
STOP/CLEAR button (9).
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COOKING TIME
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Notes:
• you can open the door to check on cooking at any time.
If you open the door during cooking, microwave emission pauses. To restart cooking, close the door and
press the START/+1 min (10) button.
• If cooking must be stopped for any reason, this can be done without opening the door by pressing the
STOP/CLEAR button (9).
• to finish cooking, proceed as follows:
• If the oven door is open, simply press the STOP/CLEAR button (9) once.
• if the oven door is closed and cooking is in progress, press STOP/CLEAR (9) twice.
The clock is displayed again to show that cooking has stopped.
• this model is fitted with an automatic cooling cycle triggered each time the grill function is used.
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A1. Auto Reheat: ideal for heating liquids such as tea, milk, coffee, broth, etc.
Place the cup or plate directly on the turntable, select the weight and press the START/+1 min button (10).
When the liquid has been heated, you should make sure heat is distributed evenly by stirring with a spoon.
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Always keep the microwave outlet covers (C) free from grease or splashes of fat.
Do not use abrasives, steel wool or sharp metal utensils to clean the outside of
the oven.
Do not allow water or liquid detergent to penetrate the air and steam outlet vents
on the top of the appliance.
Do not use alcohol, scouring powders, or ammonia-based detergents to clean
the inside or outside of the door.
Never steam clean the inside of the oven.
Always keep the inside of the door clean to ensure that it closes properly. Make
sure that dirt and food residues do not build up between the door and the front
panel of the oven.
Clean the air vents at the rear of the oven regularly to prevent dust and dirt
from blocking them over time.
Remove the turntable (H) and its support ring (I) periodically to clean them. Also
clean the bottom of the oven under the turntable.
Wash the turntable and its support ring in soapy water using a neutral deter-
gent. Both the turntable and its support ring can be washed in a dishwasher.
Never plunge the hot turntable into cold water. The sudden change in tempe-
rature could cause it to crack.
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3.2 MAINTENANCE
In the case of malfunction or defective operation, contact a technical service centre authorised by the manu-
facturer. Before contacting us, however, it is worth carrying out the following simple controls.
PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION
The food burns. • Select the correct mode or reduce cooking time.
NOTE: If the oven light malfunctions, you can continue using the appliance without problems.
To replace the bulb, contact an authorised service centre.
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