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11  How it works

Here, you can find the ideal settings for various dishes
as well as the best accessories and cookware. We
have tailored these recommendations to your appli-
ance.

11.1 What is the best way to proceed?

In this section, you will find out the best way to proceed
step-by-step in order to be able to make optimum use
of the recommended settings. You will get information
on many meals, with details and tips on how to best
use and set your appliance.

WARNING ‒ Risk of burns!

Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become
hot.

Always use oven gloves to remove cookware or ac-
cessories from the cooking compartment.

Note: 

The times given in the tables are guidelines and

depend on the quality, temperature and consistency of
the food.

1.

Before using the appliance, remove all unnecessary
cookware from the cooking compartment.

2.

Select a type of food from the recommended set-
tings.

3.

Add the food to a suitable tableware. 
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"Microwave-safe cookware and accessories",

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4.

Always place the cookware on the turntable.

5.

Set the appliance according to the recommended
settings.
Time ranges are often specified in the recommen-
ded settings. Set the shorter cooking time first. If ne-
cessary, increase the cooking time. If two mi-
crowave power settings and times are specified in
the tables, set the first microwave power setting and
cooking time first and, after the signal, set the
second.

Tip: 

If you want to cook quantities that deviate from

those specified in the tables, set approximately double
the time for double the amount.

11.2 Tips for defrosting and heating

Follow these tips for good results when defrosting and
heating.

Issue

Tip

The food should be de-
frosted, hot or cooked
once the time has
elapsed.

Set a longer cooking
time. Larger quantities
and food which is piled
high require longer times.

Issue

Tip

Once the time has
elapsed, the food should
not be overheated at the
edge and cooked in the
middle.

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Stir the food occasion-
ally.

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Set a lower microwave
power setting and a
longer cooking time.

After defrosting, poultry or
meat should not be de-
frosted on the outside
only but still frozen in the
middle.

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Set a lower microwave
power setting.

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If you are defrosting a
large quantity, turn it
several times.

The food should not be
too dry.

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Set a lower microwave
power setting.

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Set a shorter cooking
time.

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Cover the food.

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Add more liquid.

11.3 Defrosting

With your appliance you can defrost frozen food.

Defrosting food

1.

Place the frozen food in an open container on the
turntable.
Delicate parts, such as the legs and wings of
chicken or fatty outer layers of roasts, can be
covered with small pieces of aluminium foil. The foil
must not touch the sides of the cooking compart-
ment.

2.

Start the operation.
You can remove the foil halfway through the defrost-
ing time.

3. Note: 

Liquid is produced when you defrost meat

and poultry.
Drain off any liquid when turning and under no cir-
cumstances use it for other purposes or allow it to
come into contact with other foods.

4.

Redistribute the food or turn it once or twice as it
defrosts.
Turn large pieces of food several times.

5.

To even out the temperature, leave the defrosted
food to stand at room temperature for approx. 10–
20 minutes.
You can remove the giblets from poultry at this
point. You can continue to cook the meat even if a
small section of it is still frozen in the centre.

Summary of Contents for BFL550M.0

Page 1: ...Register your new device on MyBosch now and get free benefits bosch home com welcome Microwave Oven BFL550MS0 BFL550MW0 BFL550MB0 BFL550M 0 en User manual and installation instructions ...

Page 2: ...y customers in hotels and other residential facilities in bed and breakfasts Up to an altitude of max 4000 m above sea level Do not use the appliance With an external timer or a separate remote control This appliance complies with the standards EN 55011 and CISPR 11 It is a group 2 class B product Group 2 means that mi crowaves are produced for the purpose of heating food Class B means that the ap...

Page 3: ...opened and closed which could trap your fingers Keep your hands away from the hinges Cracks splinters or breaks in the glass turntable are dangerous Never allow hard objects to strike the turntable Handle the turntable with care WARNING Risk of electric shock If the insulation of the power cord is dam aged this is dangerous Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appliance parts or hea...

Page 4: ...ld Heated food gives off heat The cookware may become hot Always use oven gloves to remove cook ware or accessories from the cooking com partment Airtight packaging may burst when food is heated Always follow the instructions on the pack aging Always use oven gloves to remove the dishes from the cooking compartment The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation Never touch these...

Page 5: ...oist food in the cooking compartment for a long time with the door closed Do not store food in the cooking compartment Sitting or placing objects on the appliance door may damage it Do not place hang or support objects on the appli ance door 2 2 Microwave Follow these instructions when using the microwave ATTENTION Metal touching the wall of the cooking compartment will cause sparks which may dama...

Page 6: ...ng process Set a shorter cooking time first and if necessary in crease the cooking time Never use the appliance without the turntable 3 Environmental protection and saving energy 3 1 Disposing of packaging The packaging materials are environmentally compat ible and can be recycled Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separately ...

Page 7: ... On certain models specific details such as col our and shape may differ from those pictured 1 2 3 1 Door opener Open the door 2 Time switch Set the cooking time in minutes 3 Power selector Set the microwave power setting in watts 4 2 Types of heating Here you can find an overview of the types of heating You can find recommendations on using the types of heating Symbol Name Use 90 900 Microwave De...

Page 8: ...table Never use the appliance without the turntable 1 Place the roller ring into the recess in the cooking compartment 2 Engage the turntable in the drive in the centre of the cooking compartment floor 3 Check whether the turntable is correctly engaged Note The turntable can turn anti clockwise or clock wise 6 Basic operation 6 1 Microwave power settings This is where you can find an overview of t...

Page 9: ...ot microwave safe 6 4 Configuring the microwave settings ATTENTION Operating the appliance without food in the cooking compartment may lead to overloading Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food inside The only exception to this rule is when per forming a short cookware test Tip To ensure optimum use of your appliance you can refer to the information in the recommended settings How it ...

Page 10: ...ces 3 Unless otherwise specified Clean the components of the appliance with hot soapy water and a dish cloth Dry with a soft cloth 7 3 Cleaning the cooking compartment ATTENTION Incorrect cleaning may damage the cooking compart ment Do not use oven spray abrasive materials or other aggressive oven cleaners 1 Read the information on cleaning products Page 10 2 Clean with hot soapy water or a vinega...

Page 11: ...a further three minutes 8 Wipe out the cooking compartment with a soft cloth 9 Leave the cooking compartment to dry with the door open 8 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself Read the troubleshooting information before contacting after sales service This will avoid unnecessary costs WARNING Risk of injury Improper repairs are dangerous Repairs to the appliance sho...

Page 12: ... author ity This appliance is labelled in accord ance with European Directive 2012 19 EU concerning used elec trical and electronic appliances waste electrical and electronic equip ment WEEE The guideline determines the frame work for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU 10 Customer Service If you have any queries on use are unable to rectify faults on the ap...

Page 13: ...nd heating Follow these tips for good results when defrosting and heating Issue Tip The food should be de frosted hot or cooked once the time has elapsed Set a longer cooking time Larger quantities and food which is piled high require longer times Issue Tip Once the time has elapsed the food should not be overheated at the edge and cooked in the middle Stir the food occasion ally Set a lower micro...

Page 14: ...rtions5 600 1 180 2 90 1 8 2 10 20 Poultry or poultry portions5 1200 1 180 2 90 1 15 2 10 20 Fish fillet fish steak or fish slices5 400 1 180 2 90 1 5 2 10 15 Vegetables e g peas 300 180 10 15 Fruit e g raspberries5 300 180 7 106 Fruit e g raspberries5 500 1 180 2 90 1 86 2 5 10 Butter defrosting7 125 1 180 2 90 1 1 2 2 3 Butter defrosting7 250 1 180 2 90 1 1 2 3 4 Loaf of bread 500 1 180 2 90 1 6...

Page 15: ...okware 2 Distribute the food flat in the cookware 3 Cover the food with a suitable lid a plate or special microwave foil 4 Start the operation 5 Turn or stir the food several times during cooking The speed at which different components of the meal heat up may vary 6 Check the temperature 7 To even out the temperature leave the heated food to stand at room temperature for approx 2 5 minutes Heating...

Page 16: ... without the teat or lid 5 Always shake the food well after heating 6 Always check the temperature 7 Separate the slices of meat 8 Add a little liquid to the food 11 5 Test dishes These overviews have been produced for test institutes to facilitate appliance testing in accordance with EN 60350 1 2013 or IEC 60350 1 2011 and EN 60705 2012 IEC 60705 2010 Cooking with the microwave Food Microwave pow...

Page 17: ...at are accessible during installation may have sharp edges and may lead to cut ting injuries Wear protective gloves WARNING Risk of fire It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non approved adapters Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips 12 2 Electrical connection In order to safely connect the appliance electrically fol low these instructions WARNING Risk of electric shoc...

Page 18: ...ed unit Screw the connection plate tightly to the tall unit When doing so observe the x value that was de termined 12 7 Installing the appliance 1 Secure the spacers to the appliance in accordance with the wall thickness 2 Note Do not trap or kink the power cable Insert the appliance into the unit and move it to the right 3 Screw the appliance in until the appliance is cent rally aligned 4 Check t...

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