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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Before using for the first time

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Installation

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Installation dimensions........................................................................................ 17

Installation in a tall or base cabinet ................................................................ 17
Side view ........................................................................................................ 18
Connections and ventilation........................................................................... 19

Installing the microwave oven ............................................................................. 20
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 22

Caring for the environment

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Overview

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Control panel

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Display................................................................................................................. 27

Symbols.......................................................................................................... 27

Sensor buttons .................................................................................................... 28

Microwave operation

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How it works........................................................................................................ 30
Suitable dishware ................................................................................................ 30

Suitable dishware ........................................................................................... 31
Unsuitable dishware ....................................................................................... 32
Testing dishware............................................................................................. 33
Cover .............................................................................................................. 33

Before first use

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Setting the time of day ........................................................................................ 34

Settings

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Settings overview ................................................................................................ 35
Changing settings ............................................................................................... 37

Summary of Contents for M 2241 SC

Page 1: ...Operating and Installation Instructions Microwave Oven To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use en US CA M Nr 12 003 570 ...

Page 2: ...eat or tamper with the safety interlocks b Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 Door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surface...

Page 3: ... Side view 18 Connections and ventilation 19 Installing the microwave oven 20 Electrical connection 22 Caring for the environment 24 Overview 25 Control panel 26 Display 27 Symbols 27 Sensor buttons 28 Microwave operation 30 How it works 30 Suitable dishware 30 Suitable dishware 31 Unsuitable dishware 32 Testing dishware 33 Cover 33 Before first use 34 Setting the time of day 34 Settings 35 Settin...

Page 4: ...stem lock on and off 41 Timer 42 Quick MW and Popcorn 43 Automatic Programs 45 Using automatic programs 45 Overview of automatic programs 46 Using automatic program for vegetables 47 Recipes 47 Potatoes in a curry sauce 47 Salmon in white wine sauce 48 Carrots in a chervil cream sauce 48 Additional applications 49 Defrost 49 Reheat 50 Cooking 53 Canning 54 Cleaning and care 56 Unsuitable cleaning ...

Page 5: ... its intended purpose Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found at the beginning of this manual Only use the appliance for its intended purpose Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions and all loca...

Page 6: ...esistance abrasion resistance and vibration These special bulbs must only be used for the purpose for which they are intended They are not suitable for room lighting Replacement bulbs should only be installed by a Miele authorized technician or by Miele Customer Service Safety with children Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the microwave oven Never allow children to play with the mi...

Page 7: ... power supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronized with the grid power supply e g island networks back up systems is possible A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply system complies with the specifications of EN 50160 or an equivalent standard The function and operation of the protective measures provided in the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele p...

Page 8: ...Power bars and extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance Do not use these to connect the microwave oven to the power supply For safety reasons only use the microwave oven when it has been fully installed This appliance must not be used in a non stationary location e g on a ship Risk of injury due to electric shock Any contact with live connections or tampering with the ...

Page 9: ...ndered in any way e g by installing heat insulation strips in the cabinet niche In addition the required supply of cool air must not be excessively heated by other heat sources If the microwave oven is built in behind a cabinet door front do not close the cabinet door while the microwave oven is in use Heat and moisture can build up behind the cabinet door when closed This can result in damage to ...

Page 10: ...Oils and fats are a fire hazard if allowed to overheat Never leave the microwave oven unattended when cooking with oil or fats Never attempt to put out oil or fat fires with water Turn the microwave oven off and extinguish the flames by leaving the door closed Fire hazard If using alcohol in your recipes please be aware that high temperatures can cause the alcohol to evaporate The vapor can catch ...

Page 11: ... food Always remember that times for cooking reheating and defrosting in a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than in the case of traditional methods of food preparation Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out and burning or may even cause it to catch fire Do not dry bread rolls flowers herbs etc in the microwave oven as these could also catch fire When heating food...

Page 12: ... Double check after it has been left to stand Risk of injury from increased pressure in sealed containers or bottles Pressure can build up when reheating food or drinks in sealed containers or bottles which can cause them to explode Never cook or reheat food or liquids in sealed containers or bottles Open containers beforehand and with baby bottles the screw top and nipple must be removed If you c...

Page 13: ...xplode If the hollow recess is sufficiently ventilated the item can be used Do not use dishware with hollow knobs or handles Non microwave safe plastic dishes can suffer damage or damage the microwave oven Do not use any containers or cutlery made from or containing metal aluminum foil lead crystal glassware temperature sensitive plastics wooden utensils or cutlery metal clips or plastic or paper ...

Page 14: ...ncorrectly the appliance can become damaged Do not use the microwave oven to preheat dishware or to dry herbs Risk of injury from the open door You could bang into the open door Do not leave the door open unnecessarily The following applies to stainless steel surfaces Adhesives will damage the coated stainless steel surface and cause it to lose its dirt repellent protective coating Do not use stic...

Page 15: ...isted in these operating and installation instructions Scratches on the door glass can cause the glass to break Do not use abrasive cleaners hard sponges brushes or sharp metal tools to clean the door glass Try to prevent the interior walls being splashed with food containing salt If this does happen wipe it away thoroughly to avoid corrosion to stainless steel surfaces inside the oven compartment...

Page 16: ...d side of the oven compartment and a layer of film protecting the inside of the door both of which are susceptible to damage Never remove the cover from the microwave outlet and never remove the film from the inside of the door Do not use the abrasive side of the dishwashing sponge to clean the cover or inside of the door Check the microwave oven for any damage Health risk posed by a faulty microw...

Page 17: ...f the appliance Do not block the ventilation slots with any objects Installation dimensions Installation in a tall or base cabinet Miele microwave ovens can be installed flush or proud Discuss your requirements with your architect kitchen designer and installer More installation drawings are available on the Miele website ...

Page 18: ...Installation INSTALLATION 18 Side view ...

Page 19: ... ventilation The outlet for the electrical connection should be accessible e g in an adjacent kitchen cabinet If the electrical connection is behind the microwave oven the kitchen cabinet needs to be deeper than specified E Electrical connection ...

Page 20: ...g the hooks make sure that the screws are inserted where the cabinet wall is at least 5 8 16 mm thick Draw a line on both sides of the cabinet 16 9 16 420 mm above the floor of the cabinet to mark the distance between the bottom of the cabinet and the lower edge of the spacer Position the lower edge of the spacer on this line and align the stopper at the front of the spacer with the front of the c...

Page 21: ...ven at the front by lifting it over the hooks and lowering it into position Check that the appliance is secure by pushing lightly on the upper edge of the front frame Check that it is correctly aligned Connect the microwave oven to the electrical supply ...

Page 22: ... Miele authorized technician The connection data voltage frequency and max rated load on the data plate of the microwave oven must match the power supply in order to avoid the risk of damage to the microwave oven The connection data can be found on the data plate which is visible on the front frame or at the back of the microwave oven Compare this before connecting the appliance to the power suppl...

Page 23: ...he data of the domestic electrical supply If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronized with the grid power supply e g island networks back up systems is possible A prerequisite for operation is that the power supply system complies with the specifications of EN 50160 or an equ...

Page 24: ...or the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment Handling these materials improperly by disposing of them in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment Therefore please do not dispose of your old appliance with regular household waste and follow local regulations on proper disposal Consult with local authorities dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle...

Page 25: ...Overview 25 Microwave oven a Door b Door lock c Controls d Turntable e Front frame with data plate ...

Page 26: ...ensor button For starting the Popcorn function f sensor button To activate or deactivate a timer g sensor button For starting a cooking process for increasing the cooking duration by implements and for starting the Quick MW function h Door release i C sensor button For interrupting a cooking process and for deleting cooking times and settings j sensor button To access settings k sensor button For ...

Page 27: ...rams and other modes see Settings W The unit used for the microwave power level This symbol flashes as soon as the appliance is ready for you to start a cooking process see Operation Setting Status of the setting see Settings Automatic keep warm function Heat and Hold see Operation This message appears if the door has been closed for 20 minutes or longer You cannot start a program see Operation Th...

Page 28: ...in watts Use this sensor control to start the Popcorn function The cooking process runs at microwave power level power level 900 W for a cooking duration of minutes see section Popcorn To set the cooking duration select This function can only be used when no other cooking processes are in use You can use this sensor button at any point to set a timer e g when boiling eggs see Timer Use this sensor...

Page 29: ...ngs menu or switch off the microwave oven This sensor control allows you to reheat the contents of up to 6 cups The cooking process runs at the maximum microwave power level of 900 W The actual duration depends on the number of cups set and is adjusted automatically see Operation Reheat drinks To set the quantity of liquid inside each cup select Use this sensor button to access the settings ...

Page 30: ...rowaves to reach the food they must be able to penetrate the dishware being used Microwaves can pass through porcelain glass cardboard and plastics but not metal Therefore do not use metal containers or dishware that contains metal Metal reflects the microwaves which can create sparks and the microwaves are not absorbed by the metal Danger of injury from increased pressure in sealed containers or ...

Page 31: ...e and disposable plastic containers Tip To protect the environment avoid the use of disposable containers Plastic dishware and bags that are not heat resistant may melt and fuse with the food inside Only use plastic dishware or bags that are heat resistant Plastic dishware and bags must be heat resistant to a minimum of 230 F 110 C Microwave safe plastic dishware Special plastic dishware designed ...

Page 32: ...ips Unsuitable dishware Moisture can collect in the hollow spaces on dishware and lids with hollow handles or knobs When the moisture evaporates pressure can build up and the item can explode If the hollow recess is sufficiently ventilated the item can be used Do not use dishware with hollow knobs or handles for cooking Do not use the following dishware and material Wire racks are not at all suita...

Page 33: ...ng noises If there are sparks or if you can hear crackling noises the tested dishware is not suitable for microwave use Cover Tip Covers are available from retail outlets A cover prevents too much steam escaping especially when cooking foods which need longer to cook It speeds up the process of heating the food It prevents food from drying out It helps keep the oven compartment clean When cooking ...

Page 34: ...d to the electrical supply Setting the time of day The time of day is shown in 12 hour clock format When you connect the appliance to the electrical supply the symbol and will flash on the display Use the and arrow keys to set the hour Confirm with OK Use the and arrow keys to set the minutes Confirm with OK The set time is now applied You can also display the time of day in 24 hour format by goin...

Page 35: ...hour format If you change the clock from a 12 hour clock to a 24 hour clock after 1 00 pm you will need to update the hour accordingly Night dimming Night dimming is switched off Night dimming is switched on The time of day display is switched off between the hours of 11 pm and 5 am Unit of weight Food weight is displayed in pounds lb Food weight is displayed in grams g Automatic keeping warm func...

Page 36: ...y Popcorn The cooking duration of minutes can be adjusted within the range of minutes see Popcorn Cup size The cup size of liquid oz can be adjusted within the range of liquid oz see Operation Reheat drinks Demo mode Select and press OK for approx 4 seconds appears briefly to indicate that Demo mode has been deactivated Select and press OK for approx 4 seconds appears briefly to indicate that Demo...

Page 37: ... another setting select the appropriate number with the or arrow keys Confirm with OK The setting is selected and the current status appears e g To switch from the currently selected setting to a different one press OK and then select the setting you want Set the desired status using the or arrow keys Confirm with OK The status is saved and the setting appears again To change additional settings p...

Page 38: ...f food shortens the cooking duration The shape of the dishware and material from which it is made may affect the cooking duration see Microwave operation Suitable dishware Using the turntable Placing food directly on the floor of the oven can cause damage to the microwave oven Always use the turntable placing the dishware on top The turntable begins turning automatically whenever you start a proce...

Page 39: ... another audible signal after 5 10 15 and 20 minutes to remind you At the end of the cooking process select the C sensor control You can also keep the food warm at the end of the cooking process see Automatic keeping warm function Take the food out of the oven Changing the microwave power level You can use sensor controls through to change the microwave power level during a cooking process Select ...

Page 40: ...s and will keep the food warm for up to 15 minutes by using microwave power level 80 W The appliance will emit an audible signal after 5 10 and 15 minutes W and Heat and Hold appear on the display You can adjust this function with the setting The automatic keeping warm function cannot be combined with the Popcorn and Reheat drinks functions Oven compartment query Operating the microwave oven while...

Page 41: ...time with the C sensor control Select the sensor control to resume the cooking process or the C sensor control to cancel it Switching the system lock on and off The system lock prevents the microwave oven from being switched on inadvertently The timer can still be used when the system lock is active If you attempt to start a cooking process the key symbol will appear on the display In the event of...

Page 42: ...e shown together with the running timer instead of the time of day If a cooking process is taking place at the same time the timer will count down in the background To see how much time has elapsed so far select the sensor control while the cooking process is running At the end of the timer duration will flash the time will start counting up and an audible signal will sound Select the sensor contr...

Page 43: ...any time with the C sensor control Select the sensor control to resume the cooking process or the C sensor control to cancel it At the end of the cooking process an audible signal will sound Popcorn This function is suitable for making microwave popcorn If you select the sensor control the microwave starts with a set microwave power level and cooking duration Microwave popcorn is commercially avai...

Page 44: ...ft will appear on the display You will be able to hear the corn popping Stop the cooking process before the end if the popping noises become infrequent Follow the instructions on the pack Risk of injury caused by hot popcorn The pack containing the microwave popcorn will be very hot at the end of the cooking process Use pot holders to remove the popcorn ...

Page 45: ...bol will flash together with either lb or g Use the and arrow keys to set the weight Select the sensor control The cooking process starts The cooking duration depends on which automatic program is selected and the weight that is set About halfway through the cooking duration an audible signal will sound to remind you to turn or stir the food Open the door to interrupt the cooking process Turn or s...

Page 46: ...c programs Category Food Weight lb oz Weight g Minim um Maxi mum Minim um Maxi mum Defrost Steak chops Ground meat Chicken Cake Bread Defrost and Cook Vegetables TV dinners that can be stirred Bakes gratin Cook Vegetables Potatoes Fish in sauce ...

Page 47: ...s covered For this use a cover or microwavable film for example Recipes Here are some recipes for you to try with the automatic programs For best results we recommend using the exact quantities and accessories listed in the recipes If the weights given for the relevant programs are exceeded the food will not be sufficiently cooked so please observe the guidelines Potatoes in a curry sauce Serves 3...

Page 48: ...lb 1 100 g Carrots in a chervil cream sauce Serves 2 Ingredients 3 4 lb 350 g carrots sliced 1 tsp butter 1 4 cup 50 ml vegetable stock 1 4 lb 75 g crème fraîche 1 tbsp white wine tsp sugar tsp salt 1 tbsp cornstarch tsp mustard 1 2 tbsp chervil fresh chopped Pepper Accessories Bowl microwave safe Total time required 35 minutes Method Place the carrots in a bowl along with the butter and vegetable...

Page 49: ...delines Risk of infection from bacteria Bacteria such as salmonella can cause life threatening food poisoning It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting fish and meat and in particular when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid produced during defrosting Process the food as required as soon as it has been defrosted Tips for defrosting Only use dishware that is mi...

Page 50: ...hen reheating cooking it This standing time allows the heat to spread more evenly throughout the food Reheat It is essential that the information in IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use is observed Always observe USDA CFIA food safety guidelines Danger of injury caused by hot food If food for babies and children is heated at too high a temperature they can burn themselves Only heat food for b...

Page 51: ...n a specially designed egg boiling device Do not reheat hard boiled eggs in the microwave oven Danger of burning due to hot surfaces The microwave oven gets hot during operation There is a risk of burning yourself on the hot oven compartment dishware or food Spots of condensation may form on the bottom of the dishware Wear oven gloves when reaching into the hot oven compartment and when removing t...

Page 52: ...2 cup 100 g flour Cover and leave to proof Chocolate marshmallows 0 7 oz 20 g Place on a plate do not cover Salad dressings 1 2 cup 125 ml Heat uncovered at low power to bring out flavor Tempering citrus fruits 1 3 lb 150 g Place on a plate do not cover Bacon 1 4 lb 100 g Place on paper towel do not cover Softening ice cream 1 lb 500 g Place inside oven uncovered Skinning tomatoes 3 tomatoes Cut a...

Page 53: ...w steam to escape Eggs heated in their shell can burst even after they have been removed from the oven Eggs can only be cooked in their shells in a specially designed egg boiling device Do not reheat hard boiled eggs in the microwave oven If you cook eggs without their shells there is a risk of the yolks exploding due to the resulting pressure Prick the yolk several times before cooking to avoid t...

Page 54: ...tch to power level 150 W Canning Risk of infection from bacteria The spores of the botulinum bacterium are not sufficiently killed by canning pulses and meat only once Toxins may form which can lead to serious poisoning These spores are only destroyed by canning the food again After they have cooled down always reheat pulses and meat a second time within 2 days If unsuitable materials are used the...

Page 55: ...anning other vegetables reduce the microwave power level to microwave power level 450 W as soon as bubbles become visible in the jars Continue cooking at microwave power level 450 W for approx 15 minutes if canning carrots and for approx 25 minutes if canning peas Removing the jars after canning Danger of injury caused by hot surfaces The jars will be very hot after canning Use oven gloves when re...

Page 56: ...e discolored or damaged if unsuitable cleaning agents are used The front of the microwave oven is particularly susceptible to damage from oven cleaners All surfaces are susceptible to scratching Scratches on glass can lead to breakage in some circumstances Remove all cleaning agent residues immediately Operating a damaged microwave oven can result in microwave leakage and present a hazard to the u...

Page 57: ... can cause damage Do not use too much water on the cloth or sponge and do not let water or any other liquid find its way into any internal oven openings Remove soiling immediately with warm water liquid dish soap and a clean sponge or a clean damp microfiber cloth Remove all cleaning agent residues thoroughly with clean water After cleaning wipe the surfaces dry using a soft cloth For heavier soil...

Page 58: ...washing sponge to clean the cover or inside of the door Do not turn the turntable manually as this could damage the drive motor To remove the turntable press down on one side 1 and lift it up by the other 2 Wash the turntable in the dishwasher or by hand with a weak solution of dish detergent Remove the roller ring on which the turntable normally rotates Clean the roller ring and the floor of the ...

Page 59: ...ed The key symbol appears on the display You can deactivate the system lock by touching the OK sensor control for at least 6 seconds There is no power running to the microwave oven Check that the electrical plug of the microwave oven is correctly inserted in the outlet Check if the breaker has tripped If it has contact a qualified electrician or Miele Customer Service The display is dark It is bet...

Page 60: ...king process was interrupted restart it from the beginning The turntable is very jerky The turntable roller ring or floor of the oven may be dirty Clean the turntable the roller ring and the floor of the oven Clean the contact surfaces between the turntable and the roller ring Put the roller ring back inside and place the turntable on top A noise is heard after the cooking process is complete Afte...

Page 61: ...short Check that the correct duration is selected for the microwave power level The lower the microwave power level the longer the duration required Food has cooled down too quickly after being reheated or cooked using microwave power In the microwave food begins to cook from the outside first the inside of the food relying on the slower conduction of heat If food is cooked at a high microwave pow...

Page 62: ...d of this document Please quote the model identifier and serial number of your appliance SN when contacting Miele Customer Service Both pieces of information can be found on the data plate This information is given on the data plate which is visible on the front frame of the oven when the door is fully open Appliance warranty and product registration You can register your product and or view the m...

Page 63: ...en contacting Customer Service Canada Importer Miele Limited Headquarters and Miele Centre Customer Support Phone 888 99 MIELE 64353 info mieleusa com 161 Four Valley Drive Vaughan ON L4K 4V8 www miele ca Customer Care Centre Phone customercare miele ca 800 565 6435 905 532 2272 International Headquarters Miele Cie KG Carl Miele Straße 29 33332 Gütersloh Germany ...

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