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Cooking charts and tips

Microwave Power setting Guide

900 Watt 

- boiling liquids
- baking fish
- baking vegetables
- preheating a browning dish

700 Watt

- baking cakes
- reheating precooked foods

550 Watt

- completing the cooking cycle of pot roasts.
- completing the cooking cycle of some 

casseroles and stews

- baked custards or cheese cakes
- soaking rice
- heating delicate dishes 
- melting of gelatin

350 Watt

- completing the cooking cycle of some 

casseroles and stews

180 Watt 

- thawing foods
- keeping foods warm

Notes on microwave power levels 

The following list shows you the power settings and what they can be
used for during microwave operation :

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Summary of Contents for MC_170

Page 1: ...ADVANCED ENGINEERING FROM GERMANY Operating instructions Microwave oven MC_170 900W E ...

Page 2: ...calls Important information concerning your safety or the operation of your appliance is noted by this symbol and or mentions such as Warning Take care Be sure to follow all instructions carefully Throughout the manual this symbol assists you in the proper use of your appliance This symbol indicates further information concerning the use of the appliance The clover indicates energy saving tips and...

Page 3: ...look out for 9 Installation and Connection Installation 9 Connecting to the mains 10 Electrical Connections 11 Product Description The Appliance 12 Control panel 13 Accessories 14 At a glance operating instructions 15 Cooking charts and Tips Microwave Power setting Guide 16 Defrosting instructions using 180W 17 Tips on microwaving 18 Cleaning and Care 20 What to do if 21 Service Information 22 Tec...

Page 4: ...the wooden parts are untreated Plastic items are marked as follows PE polyethylene eg packaging film PS polystyrene eg packaging CFC free PP polypropylene eg packaging straps By using and re using the packaging raw materials are saved and waste volume is reduced Packaging should be taken to your nearest recycling centre Contact your local council for information Disposal of old appliances Old appl...

Page 5: ... the user in severe danger In the case of any defect or breakdown please therefore contact your local electrical dealer or the Comet Service Department directly Should the door seals and or door seal surfaces be damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by the Comet Service Centre or by an AEG trained electrician Damaged appliance parts can only be replaced by exactly...

Page 6: ... the container Food with skin or peel such as potatoes tomatoes sausages and the like should be pierced with a fork so that any steam present can escape and the food will not burst Make sure that a minimum temperature of 70 C is attained for the cooking heating of food Never use a mercury or liquid thermometer for measuring the temperature of the food Baby food in jars or bottles should always be ...

Page 7: ...tities of cooking oil fondue or deep frying and drinks containing a high percentage of alcohol there is danger of spontaneous combustion to heat unopened cans bottles etc to dry animals textiles or paper for crockery like porcelain ceramics or porous earthenware e g on the handles or unglazed bases that can fill up with water This can cause vapour pressure to build up during cooking which could sh...

Page 8: ...de of operation Defrost Heating Cooking ing Ovenproof glass and ceramic dishes without any metal parts X X X e g Pyrex Oven to tableware Non ovenproof glass and porcelain X e g table crockery 1 Glass ceramic and vitro ceramic X X X made of fire frost proof material e g Arcoflam Ovenproof earthenware 2 X X X Plastic heat resistant up to X X X 200 C 3 Paper cardboard X Cling film X Microwave cling f...

Page 9: ...e When heating larger quantities of food it is particularly important to stir or turn them over Standing time is referred to in the cooking charts This is the time you should leave the food to stand without power either inside or outside the appliance This ensures even distribution of heat throughout the food Installation and Connection Installation A gap all around the oven is necessary in order ...

Page 10: ...adio interference suppression but some interference may occur if it is placed too close to a radio or TV so keep them as far apart as possible This appliance conforms to the requirements of EEC Radio Interference Directive 87 308 EEC Connecting to the mains The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230 240 V 50Hz earthed socket outlet Earth protection minimizes the risks should a sh...

Page 11: ...cordance with the following code GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE If you fit your own plug the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows Connect the green and yellow earth wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the earth symbol or coloured green...

Page 12: ...t always be firmly closed while cooking 4 Latch hook 5 Safety interlock system 6 Control panel 7 Turntable Made of special heat resistant glass Food in a suitable container is placed on this tray for cooking Do not use the oven without the turntable 8 Turntable support Place the support on the floor of the cooking chamber to support the turntable 9 Door open 10 Drive shaft for turntable 2 3 1 7 5 ...

Page 13: ...heat Power Selector Adjust this knob to select the correct power for your food Timer Set for desired cooking time Cooking will start All clockwork timers will operate more accurately if wound past the desired time first and then back ...

Page 14: ... of food are always placed on the turntable for cooking The turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise this is normal Turntable Turntable support Turntable shaft Before using the appliance Cleaning Wipe over the front of the appliance with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaning agents these can damage the surface Before you first use the appliance remove the turntable from the cooking area W...

Page 15: ...owave Power setting Guide and Defrosting Instructions using 180W The oven begins cooking 1 When cooking for less than 2 minutes turn the Timer for a longer period and then return to the desired time The end of the cooking sequence is indicated by an audible tone The appliance and the interior light will switch off This mode enables you to reheat food or liquids faster The oven begins cooking for a...

Page 16: ...king cycle of pot roasts completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and stews baked custards or cheese cakes soaking rice heating delicate dishes melting of gelatin 350 Watt completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and stews 180 Watt thawing foods keeping foods warm Notes on microwave power levels The following list shows you the power settings and what they can be used for during micr...

Page 17: ...0 Remove from packaging place on plate Pie cooked 450g 1 lb7 9 min 15 30 Remove from packaging place on plate Butter 250g 8 8oz 3 4 min 5 10 If foil wrapped remove from wrapper and 1 packet place on plate Fruit 225g 8oz 5 6 min 5 10 Place in a single layer in a shallow dish Soft berry fruits 450g 1 lb 7 8 min 5 10 Place in a single layer in a shallow dish Soft berry fruits Plated meal 400g 14oz 7 ...

Page 18: ...d be cooked uncovered Refrigerated or frozen food require longer cooking times Foods containing sauces should be stirred from time to time Cook soft vegetables such as carrots peas and cauliflower with a little water Cook soft vegetables such as mushrooms peppers and tomatoes without liquid Increase cooking time by approximately 50 for larger pieces Whenever possible cut vegetables into equal size...

Page 19: ...e oven only if they are explicitly marked as being suitable for microwave use Please follow the operating instructions printed on the packages e g remove the metal lid and prick the plastic foil 3 You can t find cooking details for specific quantity of food The food is too dry The food is not yet defrosted heated through or cooked on completion of programme time The food is overcooked on the outsi...

Page 20: ...ise odours inside the cooking area by boiling a cup of water with a little lemon juice for a few minutes in your oven Through normal operation liquid may evaporate and condensation may occur This is normal and is especially noticeable when the room temperature is high and the humidity of the air is low After operation be sure and wipe off the condensation with a soft cloth Turntable and Turntable ...

Page 21: ...ot extend beyond the turntable food does not extend beyond the edge of the turntable preventing it from rotating there is nothing in the well beneath the turntable the microwave will not switch off Isolate the appliance from the fuse box Contact your local Comet Service Centre the interior light is not working Call your local Comet Service Centre The interior light bulb can be exchanged only by tr...

Page 22: ...orm certain maintenance on your own these operations are listed in section What to do if First verify the problem then look it up in the section If you do not find the solution therein then please contact your local Comet Service Centre ...

Page 23: ...Overall dimension Width 520 mm Depth 407 mm Height 292 mm Cavity dimension Width 349 mm Depth 350 mm Height 198 mm Volume 24 litre Power source 230 240 V 50 Hz Fuse 13A Power consumption 1450W Power output 900W Weight 22kg ...

Page 24: ...en We are sure that this product will provide many years of trouble free service to you however should you experience any faults with this appliance please contact your local Comet Service Centre for help or advice Our number can be found in your local telephone directory Imperial to Metric 1 oz 28 35 g 1 lb 454 g Metric to Imperial 1 g 0 0353 oz 1 kg 2 20 lb Metric Imperial Weight Conversion Char...

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