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Cooking charts and tips

Description

Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints
in (g)

(Watt) (mins)

time
(mins)

1 portion

approx. 900

1-1

1/2

2-3

Heat in covered container,

vegetables,

200

stir once.

potatoes or rice

1 cup soup

approx. 900

1-2

2-3

Heat clear soup uncovered,

200 ml

cover thick soups. Stir.

Drinks

Milk or baby

200 ml 900 35-45 sec 2-3

Remove any lids. Stir after

food

warming!

Boil 1 cup water

180 ml 900

1-3

2-3

Stir instant coffee or tea
when the water has
stopped boiling.

1 cup milk

200 ml 900

1-2

2-3

Heat milk till it is just hot
enough to drink. Stir.

1 cup coffee

200 ml 900 45-5 5 sec 2-3

Stir. Check the temperature!

(reheat)

Defrosting and heating of frozen convenience foods

1 portion meat

150

700

2-4

2-3

Stir now and again. Heat in

with gravy

a covered container.

1 portion meat

350-

700

7-14

2-3

As for meat with gravy.

with vegetables,

450

garnish

MC 153 E UK,Plug 25/10/99 1:16 pm Page 24

Summary of Contents for MICROMAT 153 E

Page 1: ...ADVANCED ENGINEERING FROM GERMANY Operating instructions Microwave oven MICROMAT 153 E PROGRAMME STOP START QUICK MC 153 E UK Plug 25 10 99 1 16 pm Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...ecessary service calls Important information concerning your safety or the operation of your appliance is noted by this symbol and or mentions words such as Warning Take care Be sure to follow all instructions carefully Throughout the manual this symbol guides you step by step when operating the appliance This symbol indicates further information concerning the use of the appliance The clover indi...

Page 3: ...onnections 10 Product Description The Appliance 11 Control panel 12 Accessories 13 Before using the appliance Setting the clock 13 At a glance operating instructions 14 Modes of operation Microwave 16 Notes on power levels 17 Automatic programmes 18 Quick Start 20 Minute Timer with alarm 21 Cooking charts and Tips Microwave tables 22 Practical tips for use 26 Tips on microwaving 27 Test procedures...

Page 4: ...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 appliances should be made safe before disposal by...

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

Page 6: ...ion of the heat Always check the temperature before feeding your child The hot food in a microwave oven will heat up the ovenware For this reason always use oven gloves for handling hot dishes Never cook your food for too long or at too high a power setting Some areas of the food can dry out or even ignite Do not use porcelain or ceramic crockery or porous earthenware e g on the handles or unglaze...

Page 7: ... or silicone coated baking tins What else to note Food comes in all shapes sizes and textures The quantities also vary For these reasons the time and amount of energy needed to defrost heat or cook will also vary As a general rule Double the quantity weight nearly double the time Please refer to the cooking charts To be on the safe side always select the shorter cooking time Then extend the time a...

Page 8: ...Directives 73 23 EEC of 10 02 1973 Low voltage directive 89 336 EEC of 03 05 1089 incl Amendment Directive 92 31 EEC EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Microwave Power 900 Watt 4 Installing and Connecting Table top model A gap all around the oven is necessary in order to ensure perfect ventilation Above 14 cm Behind 10 cm Either side 5 cm 5 cm 14 cm 1 0 c m 5 cm The oven should be set on ...

Page 9: ...ression 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 short circuit occur Chec...

Page 10: ...re coloured in accordance 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 ...

Page 11: ...liance A Control panel B Door seal C Door latch and catch D Viewing window E Turntable F Wheel support roller ring G Drive shaft H Interior lighting START QUICK PROGRAMME STOP C G B D C H E F A MC 153 E UK Plug 25 10 99 1 16 pm Page 11 ...

Page 12: ...select the cooking time or the weight in grams when using automatic programmes E Button for automatic programmes PROGRAMME for defrosting and cooking F CLEAR button STOP to cancel settings G START button START QUICK to start the selected function and to switch on QUICK START H Button for switching the turntable off with signal light I Button for opening door TAGESZEIT BETRIEBSDATEN PROGRAMME STOP ...

Page 13: ... 00 0 0 00 0 The dots between the digits blink rapidly 0 0 0 0 2 Press the multi function button beneath the display top left side The dots between the digits blink faster 3 While keeping the multi function button pressed set the time of day with the rotary knob 1 Release the button as soon as the time of day is displayed The dots between the digits blink slowly The appliance is now ready for use ...

Page 14: ... been switched off the appropriate signal lamp lights up The turntable should only be turned off when using rectangular ovenware that is larger than the turntable and is in danger of jamming The appliance starts The display shows the selected cooking time counting down backwards in seconds The signal light representing the chosen function lights up The end of the cooking sequence is indicated by a...

Page 15: ...tically The running process is cancelled The appliance and the interior lighting switch off Time of day is displayed The cooking time in the display changes when turning the rotary button 1 The new power setting is displayed for 5 seconds The cooking process continues with the new power setting The selected parameters are displayed successively for 5 seconds each e g programme name weight microwav...

Page 16: ...ess the START button START QUICK The selected time starts to count down Cooking times can be set as follows from 0 to 2 min in 5 second steps from 2 to 5 min in 10 second steps from 5 to 10 min in 20 second steps from 10 to 20 min in 30 second steps starting from 21 min in 1 min steps Maximum programme length is 60 minutes Metal items must be kept at least 2 cm from the cavity wall and the oven do...

Page 17: ...ing dishes 350 Watt cooking of delicate dishes 250 Watt heating baby food in glass jars soaking rice heating delicate dishes melting of gelatin 150 Watt defrosting meat fish and bread 80 Watt defrosting cheese cream and butter defrosting cakes with cream or butter icing to let dough rise warming cold dishes drinks softening butter Notes on microwave power levels The following list shows you the po...

Page 18: ...resh vegetables I II 100 500 g 3 6 tablespoons 500 1000 g 9 12 tablespoons for frozen vegetables 100 500 g 3 9 tablespoons 500 1000 g 9 15 tablespoons C1 C2 C3 3 Unpack your frozen food item place on the top of a small overturned dish set inside a larger one to catch the liquid from defrosting Be sure and follow our recommended standing time general rule standing time defrosting time A triple bell...

Page 19: ...in grams d 1 1 0 0 0 3 Press the START button START QUICK The display shows the necessary time 2 9 4 0 4 If you want to modify the settings you have to press the Clear button STOP and start again Midway through the programme three short rings will be heard Stir or turn the food item at this time The oven does not switch off 3 TAGESZEIT BETRIEBSDATEN PROGRAMME STOP START QUICK MC 153 E UK Plug 25 1...

Page 20: ...sec 1 Press the START button START QUICK three times The time appears in the display and the programme begins The microwave power signal lamp comes on 0 1 3 0 2 You may increase the time by 30 second intervals while the programme is running up to a limit of 2 minutes and 30 seconds by pressing the START button START QUICK You cannot use Quick START for programmes exceeding 2 minutes and 30 seconds...

Page 21: ...ons have been selected How to set 1 Select microwave power 0 0 using the Power knob all the way to the left 2 Set the required time with the Rotary knob The time of day disappears from the display and the required length of time appears 3 Press the START button START QUICK The pre set time will start to count down An audible triple signal will sound when the timer has finished counting down Minute...

Page 22: ...0 35 40 40 60 As for chicken 2000 150 50 60 50 60 Fish Whole fish 500 150 10 15 10 15 Turn once Cover fins with aluminium foil Shrimps crab 250 150 6 8 10 15 Stir thoroughly Dairy produce Cottage cheese 500 150 15 20 15 20 Divide and stir frozen pieces from time to time Butter 250 150 2 3 15 20 Remove any aluminium foil wrapping Cheese 250 150 2 4 20 30 Turn once Cream 200 ml 150 6 8 15 20 As for ...

Page 23: ... slice covered 400 80 3 5 10 20 As for dry cakes apple tart Cream and butter 300 80 2 4 10 20 Begin defrosting with micro cake 400 waves then remove Melting of food Chocolate toppings 100 700 2 3 Break up into pieces stir from time to time Butter 50 900 15 45sec To warm set time for 30 sec longer Heating of refrigerated food and drink 1 jar baby food 125 450 30 50 sec 2 3 Heat jar without lid 250 ...

Page 24: ...any lids Stir after food warming Boil 1 cup water 180 ml 900 1 3 2 3 Stir instant coffee or tea when the water has stopped boiling 1 cup milk 200 ml 900 1 2 2 3 Heat milk till it is just hot enough to drink Stir 1 cup coffee 200 ml 900 45 55sec 2 3 Stir Check the temperature reheat Defrosting and heating of frozen convenience foods 1 portion meat 150 700 2 4 2 3 Stir now and again Heat in with gra...

Page 25: ...een 250 none 900 4 6 2 Cut into spikes or slices peppers Leeks 250 1 2 cup 900 4 6 2 Cut into rings or pieces Frozen Brussel 300 1 2 cup 900 7 9 2 sprouts Sauerkraut 250 1 2 cup 900 6 8 2 Cooking vegetables 1 1 Cook all vegetables in a covered container l litre Cooking fish The times stated here are for guidance only and depend on the nature and type of food being cooked 3 Description Weight Power...

Page 26: ...ulting in damage to the appliance Cooking Whenever possible cook food covered Only pastry dishes with crust should 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 li...

Page 27: ... 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 outside and unde...

Page 28: ... through fish fillet cooking turn fillets so that inner edges face outwards IEC 705 Power Time Standing Comments1 mins time mins Egg custard 350 Watt 16 18 120 test A Sponge mixture 900 Watt 5 6 5 test B Meat loaf test C 900 watt 11 13 5 Defrost minced 150 Watt 12 14 5 Place directly on turntable meat Turn over halfway through Defrost raspberries 150 Watt 6 8 3 Cover 1 Place directly on turntable ...

Page 29: ... 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 support Clean the turntable using washing up liquid or put it in the dishw...

Page 30: ...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 turntable is switched on the microwave will not switch off Isolate the appliance from the fuse box Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre or your local dealer the interior light is not working Call your local AEG Service Force Centre The...

Page 31: ... Your name Address and post code Telephone number Clear and concise details of the fault Name and model of the appliance E number 9 digit number found on the rating plate This information can be found on the rating plate in the interior of the appliance at the left Service and Spare Parts In the event of your appliance requiring service or if you wish to purchase spare parts contact your local AEG...

Page 32: ...lacement includes both labour and materials 5 Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the guarantee period of the appliance Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the property of AEG 6 The purchaser s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject...

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