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Operating and Installation Instructions
Microwave Oven

To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these
instructions

before

installing or using the microwave.

M.-Nr. 09 798 370

en - US, CA, MX

Summary of Contents for M 6160 TC

Page 1: ...perating and Installation Instructions Microwave Oven To prevent accidents and damage to the appliance please read these instructions before installing or using the microwave M Nr 09 798 370 en US CA MX ...

Page 2: ...Suitable cookware for microwave ovens 22 Material and shape 22 The plate cover 25 Clock display 26 Setting the clock 26 Resetting the clock 26 Hidden clock display 26 Operation 27 Opening the door 27 Placing dishes in the microwave 27 Turntable 27 Closing the door 27 Starting a program 27 Door message 28 Interrupting or resuming a program 29 Changing the settings 29 Cancelling a program 29 At the ...

Page 3: ...g settings 41 Reheat 44 Cooking 45 Defrosting Defrosting and reheating or cooking 46 Canning 47 Suggested uses 48 Cleaning and care 49 Oven interior and inside of door 49 Appliance front 51 Included accessories 52 Frequently Asked Questions 53 After sales service 55 Caring for the environment 58 Electrical connection 59 Installation 60 Contact details 63 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ... this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions This appliance complies with current safety requirements Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage Intended use The appliance is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments This appliance is not intended for outdoor use The microwave oven i...

Page 5: ...of improper use Safety with children All children must be kept away from the microwave oven unless constantly supervised Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the microwave oven without supervision Please supervise any children in the vicinity of the microwave oven and do not let them play with the appliance Danger of suffocation Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed ...

Page 6: ...n the casing the door or the walls of the oven interior Any contact with live connections or tampering with the electrical or mechanical components of the microwave oven will endanger your safety and may lead to appliance malfunctions Do not open the casing of the appliance under any circumstances To avoid damaging the microwave oven make sure that the connection data voltage and frequency on the ...

Page 7: ...minate damage caused by a missing or disconnected grounding system e g electric shock When in doubt have the building s wiring system inspected by a qualified electrician For safety reasons the microwave oven may only be used when it has been fully installed Repair work should only be performed by a Miele authorized service technician Repairs by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to...

Page 8: ...Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is important not to damage or tamper with the safety interlocks Do not place any object between the oven front and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that...

Page 9: ...reheating or defrosting Standing times are resting times in which the heat is uniformly distributed in the 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 no...

Page 10: ...e will build up and can cause the bottle or container to explode When heating food and drinks remember that the heat is created in the food itself and that the cookware will normally be cooler The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food The temperature of the container is not an indication of the temperature of the food or liquid it contains Check the food for the desired temperature after rem...

Page 11: ... liquid does not boil evenly throughout This boiling delay can cause a sudden buildup of bubbles when the cookware is removed from the microwave oven or when it is shaken This can ultimately lead to the liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively Burn hazard The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the pressure forces the appliance door open Risk of injury and damage When reheating liquids ...

Page 12: ...ave oven to heat the room If using alcohol in your recipes please be aware that high temperatures can cause the alcohol to vaporize and even to ignite on hot surfaces Do not heat undiluted alcohol in the appliance Fire hazard Do not use the microwave oven to heat up or can food in sealed containers such as canisters or jars as pressure will build up in the container and may cause it to explode Foo...

Page 13: ...h plasticware that is not microwave safe can cause it to melt and damage the appliance Do not use any containers dishware or utensils made of or containing metal Do not use aluminum foil lead crystal glassware temperature sensitive plastics wooden dishes metal clips plastic clips with metal parts or paper twist ties containing wire Do not use bowls with milled rims or plastic containers without a ...

Page 14: ...eel such as tomatoes sausage potatoes and eggplant should be pierced or cut in several places before heating in order to allow steam to escape and prevent the food from bursting Cookware with hollow knobs or handles is not suitable for use in the microwave Moisture gathered in the hollow recesses can cause pressure to build up and the item can explode unless the recesses are sufficiently ventilate...

Page 15: ...es transparent adhesive tape masking tape or other types of adhesive on the stainless steel surface Stainless steel is easily scratched Even magnets can cause scratching Accessories Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers will void the warranty and Miele cannot accept liability for damage caused by the use of such parts ...

Page 16: ...Oven interior and accessories aControl panel bTurntable cOven door dPlate cover eBoiling stick Appliance description 16 ...

Page 17: ...clockwise iClock timer display jbutton for saving a 1 to 3 stage program sequence M kAppliance settings X lClock mSelector knob for entering time and weight can be turned clockwise and counter clockwise nTimer N oStop button UU UU pStart Add one minute Minute button programmable c qBack button for cancelling last entry rOK button Appliance description 17 ...

Page 18: ... and the oven interior from becoming dirty and it accelerates the heating process Boiling stick When heating liquids the boiling stick should always be placed in the container It helps heat liquids evenly These products and other useful accessories can be ordered via the Miele website or from your Miele dealer Appliance description 18 ...

Page 19: ...ing material when unpacking the appliance Do not remove the plate cover to the microwave outlet in the oven interior Check the appliance for any damage Do not use the microwave oven if The door is warped The door hinges are loose Holes or cracks are visible on the casing Operating the appliance with this type of damage will result in microwave leakage and pose a danger to the user Clean the oven i...

Page 20: ...aves cannot be absorbed The microwaves will pass through any suitable cookware and find their way directly into the food All food contains moisture molecules which when subjected to microwave energy begin to oscillate at a rate of 2 5 billion times per second The friction caused by these vibrations creates heat which first starts developing around the outside of the food and then slowly penetrates...

Page 21: ...azes or to can small amounts of fruit vegetables and meat What operating modes does the microwave have Microwave Solo mode Suitable for defrosting reheating and cooking Automatic Programs You can choose from the following automatic programs Nine defrosting programs Ad 1 to Ad 9 Three cooking programs for frozen food 2 Ac 1 to Ac 3 And four cooking programs for fresh food 2 Ac 4 to Ac 7 These progr...

Page 22: ...tangular cookware Cookware with hollow knobs or handles in which moisture can accumulate is not suitable for use in microwave ovens except when these hollow recesses are sufficiently ventilated Otherwise pressure can buildup which may cause the recesses to explode Risk of injury Metal Metal containers aluminum foil metal utensils and dishware containing metal decoration such as gold rims or cobalt...

Page 23: ...if they are very small in comparison to the size of the cut of meat Glassware Heat resistant glass or ceramic glass are ideal for use with microwave power Crystal glassware is unsuitable because it contains lead which could cause the glass to crack in the microwave oven Porcelain Porcelain is a suitable material Do not use porcelain that has metal trim such as a gold edge or hollow knobs or handle...

Page 24: ...ehand so that steam can escape This prevents a buildup of steam and reduces the risk of the bag bursting Specially designed steam cooking bags that do not need to be pierced are also available Follow the instructions listed on the packaging Do not use metal clips plastic clips with metal parts or paper twist ties containing wire They can ignite when heated Disposable containers Disposable containe...

Page 25: ... baby bottles the screw top and nipple must be removed Otherwise pressure builds up which can cause the bottle or container to explode Do not use a lid or cover if Food coated with breadcrumbs is being cooked Cooking meals which are to be given a crisp finish The plate cover must only ever be used with the Microwave Solo mode Because the cover can only withstand temperatures of up to 230 F 110 C i...

Page 26: ... clock Touch the button The symbol will flash in the display for a few seconds While the symbol is flashing use the selector knob to change the clock Touch the OK or button to confirm otherwise the clock will reset to the original time Hidden clock display If the appliance has not been used in approx 10 minutes the clock will be hidden and continue to run in the background The display will be dark...

Page 27: ... is started Do not cook reheat or defrost food directly on the turntable Make sure that the dish is not larger in size than the turntable Turn or stir food during cooking or turn the dish so that it heats up evenly Closing the door If the door was opened while the microwave was in use touch the Start button to resume the interrupted program Starting a program Use the appropriate selector to choose...

Page 28: ...d Fresh vegetables contain more water and cook more quickly than stored vegetables The frequency with which the food is stirred or turned Frequent stirring or turning heats the food more evenly and it is therefore ready in less time The amount of food As a general rule Double the quantity nearly twice the time For a smaller quantity of food the cook time decreases proportionately The shape and mat...

Page 29: ...a new time and resume the program touch the Start button or alternatively Touch the Start button during operation to increase the cooking time Each touch of the button increases the time by another minute Exception The time increases by 30 seconds when the microwave oven is being used at maximum power Cancelling a program Touch the UU UU button or open the appliance door The time stops counting do...

Page 30: ...aximum power Three cooking times are stored in the memory 30 sec Touch Start c button once 1 min Touch Start c button twice 2 min Touch Start c button three times Touching Start c four times in a row will return you to the first saved time etc The cooking time can be increased during operation by tapping the Start button Each time the Start button is tapped the duration is increased by another 30 ...

Page 31: ... until S I appears in the display S I lights up in the display and 0 flashes Confirm with OK X and S I light up in the display and 0 flashes After a few seconds the display switches to the clock and the 0 symbol Nearly all appliance functions are now locked Only the timer can be used when the system lock is active see Timer If there is a power outage the system lock will need to be reactivated To ...

Page 32: ...the timer Touch the UU UU button The current timer countdown is interrupted Use the selector knob to change the time Touch the Start c button to resume the timer countdown Timer Cooking program The timer can be used at the same time as a cooking program and will count down in the background Touch the N button while the program is in process 00 00 flashes in the display and the N symbol lights up S...

Page 33: ...cken drumsticks 8 oz 3lbs 5 oz 0 2 1 5 kg Ad 5 Chicken 1 lb 13 oz 8 lbs 13 oz 0 8 4 0 kg Ad 6 Â Fish fillet 6 oz 3 lbs 5 oz 0 15 1 5 kg Ad 7 Fish whole 6 oz 3 lbs 5 oz 0 15 1 5 kg Ad 8 Cakes 4 oz 3 lbs 1 oz 0 1 1 4 kg Ad 9 Bread 4 oz 3 lbs 5 oz 0 1 1 5 kg This program is particularly suitable for defrosting sliced bread If possible place individual slices of bread in the microwave oven or carefull...

Page 34: ...am also continues to show in the display Use the selector knob to change the weight Touch OK The time corresponding to the weight entered appears in the display and the start symbol flashes Touch the Start button The time begins to count down and h lights up as well as and or 2 A signal will sound halfway through the cooking time Interrupt the program to turn or stir the food and then resume the p...

Page 35: ...ly use this automatic program for popcorn which is specifically labelled as microwave popcorn Place the bag on the turntable according to the instructions on the packaging Make sure that the bag has enough room to expand If it comes into contact with the wall of the oven interior and gets stuck there a heat buildup may occur Touch Æ The program will start after a short time It will start immediate...

Page 36: ...ing vegetables in a sauce the weight entered must include the sauce Do not exceed the maximum weight guidelines Carrots in a chervil cream sauce serves 2 Preparation time 25 35 minutes 3 4 lb 350 g carrots washed and peeled 1 3 tbsp 5 g butter 1 4 cup 50 ml vegetable stock instant 1 3 cup 75 g crème fraîche 1 tbsp white wine Salt and pepper A pinch of sugar 1 2 tsp mustard 1 2 tbsp fresh chervil c...

Page 37: ...b 2 oz 500 g peeled potatoes 1 onion finely diced 3 4 tbsp 10 g butter 1 2 tbsp curry powder 1 cup 250 ml vegetable stock instant 1 4 cup 50 ml cream 1 4 lb 125 g peas frozen Salt and pepper Cut the potatoes into large cubes approx 1 1 8 x 1 1 8 in 3 x 3 cm or use small potatoes Place all of the ingredients into a suitable container and mix well Cover and cook Stir when the signal sounds halfway t...

Page 38: ...and place in a suitable container Drizzle with lemon juice Quarter the peppers remove the seeds and pith and cut into narrow strips Peel and slice the banana Add to the fish along with the pepper and pineapple pieces and mix well Add the butter Mix together the wine juice spices and thickener to make a smooth sauce and pour over the fish Mix everything thoroughly then cover and cook Setting Cookin...

Page 39: ...m with OK Now select the third power level and duration and then touch OK Once you have finished programming turn the power selector to the 12 o clock position You can then use the selector knob to scroll through your entries and check them Start the program to save the entry Do not run the entire program unless there is food in the appliance If there is no food in the appliance touch the UU UU bu...

Page 40: ...the program will no longer be saved and must be reentered Changing an entry You can override the previously saved program by entering a new program Turn the power selector to the 12 o clock position Touch M The first program stage appears in the display Touch OK to change the first stage 1 will flash in the display Enter the new program sequence as described above Saving your favorite programs 40 ...

Page 41: ...ing The status that is currently valid appears in the display e g S 1 etc Turn the selector knob if you wish to change the status see chart and confirm your entry by touching OK for P 8 and P 0 hold OK for approx 4 seconds The change is then saved to the memory P will appear in the display again together with the number for the setting The other settings can be changed in the same way If you do no...

Page 42: ...ock display is active The 12 hour clock display is active P 5 Reminder signal S 0 S I The reminder signal is turned off The reminder signal sounds every 5 minutes for a period of time after the end of the program P 6 Unit of weight S I S 2 Food weight is displayed in grams g Food weight is displayed in pounds lb P 7 Display brightness S I to S 7 S 4 Different levels of brightness can be set The br...

Page 43: ...0 minutes before Start is pressed Start is then blocked P II Popcorn 2 30 2 40 2 50 03 20 03 50 The maximum duration for this program can be altered between these values P 0 Factory default S O S I Factory default settings have been changed Factory default settings have been restored or have not been changed Changing settings 43 ...

Page 44: ...of the food its initial temperature and the amount to be cooked Always ensure that food is sufficiently reheated If you are unsure whether a sufficiently high temperature has been reached continue reheating a little longer Larger amounts of food should be stirred or turned from time to time during cooking Stir the food from the outside towards the middle as food heats more quickly from the outside...

Page 45: ...f time Food with a thick skin or peel such as tomatoes sausages potatoes cooked in their skins and eggplant should be pierced or the skin cut in several places before cooking to allow steam to escape and prevent the food from bursting When cooking eggs in their shells in the microwave oven you must use a specially designed egg boiler Otherwise the eggs will explode even after being removed from th...

Page 46: ...o not use the liquid from the defrosted poultry Risk of salmonella poisoning Always follow USDA guidelines on food safety Meat poultry and fish do not need to be fully defrosted before cooking Defrost the food until its surface is soft enough to accommodate herbs and seasoning Defrosting followed by reheating or cooking Deep frozen food can be defrosted and immediately reheated or cooked After def...

Page 47: ...wer level to 900 W and bring the jar contents to a boil The amount of time required for this depends on The initial temperature of the contents The number of jars The amount of time required for the contents in all jars to start bubbling evenly is as follows 1 jar approx 3 minutes 2 jars approx 6 minutes 3 jars approx 9 minutes 4 jars approx 12 minutes This is enough time for canning fruit and cuc...

Page 48: ...mallows 1 oz 20 g 600 00 10 00 20 Place on a plate do not cover Salad dressings 1 2 cup 125 ml 150 1 2 Heat uncovered at low power to bring out flavor Bacon 4 oz 100 g 900 2 2 30 Place on paper towel do not cover Softening ice cream 1 2 gallon 500 g 150 1 3 Place open ice cream container in microwave oven Skinning tomatoes 3 tomatoes 450 6 7 Cut a cross into the top of each tomato cover and heat i...

Page 49: ...r liquid dish soap mixed with water Wipe dry with a soft cloth For grease and grime heat a glass of water for 2 to 3 minutes until the water begins to boil The steam will collect on the walls and soften the buildup The oven interior can now be wiped clean with liquid dish soap if necessary Do not remove the plate cover to the microwave outlet in the oven interior Do not let water or any objects pe...

Page 50: ...ized technician To clean the oven interior Remove the turntable and wash it either in the dishwasher or by hand with liquid dish soap and water Always keep the roller ring and the oven floor below the turntable clean so that the turntable can turn smoothly Clean the contact surfaces between the turntable and the roller ring Do not turn the support manually as this could damage the drive motor Clea...

Page 51: ...an also be used without cleaner All of the appliance surfaces are easily scratched Scratches on glass surfaces may even lead to breakage under certain conditions Contact with unsuitable cleaners can alter or discolor the surfaces To avoid damaging the surfaces when cleaning do not use any of the following Cleaning products containing soda ammonia acid or chloride Lime removers Abrasive cleaning pr...

Page 52: ...e cover Wash and dry the cover after each use The cover can be washed in a dishwasher However discoloration caused by natural dyes e g from carrots tomatoes or ketchup may occur This discoloration is permanent but will not affect the stability of the cover Cleaning and care 52 ...

Page 53: ...d from the outlet and contact a qualified electrician or Miele see After sales service a noise can be heard after the cooking process is complete This is not a malfunction The cooling fan will continue to run for a while after the cooking process to dispel any moisture from the oven interior and prevent it from settling on the control panel or surrounding cabinetry It will turn off automatically t...

Page 54: ...t causing it to be hot on the outside but cold in the middle During the standing time the heat is then transferred to the center of the food This may leave the food warm in the middle but cold on the outside When reheating food with different consistencies such as plated meals it is therefore useful to select a lower power level and lengthen the cooking time the microwave oven turns off during a c...

Page 55: ...dustry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by Miele s Service department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will...

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Page 58: ...plastic wrap is disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children Danger of suffocation Disposal of your old appliance Old appliance may contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials Before discarding an old appliance ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Unplug ...

Page 59: ...ge and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply This data must correspond in order to prevent machine damage Consult an electrician if in doubt Only operate the appliance after it has been installed into cabinetry The appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Power ...

Page 60: ... the front of the appliance Do not block the ventilation slots with any objects When transporting the microwave oven do not carry the appliance by the door handle Doing so may damage the door Use the handle recesses on the sides of the casing Installation dimensions Installation 60 ...

Page 61: ...ns The microwave oven may not be operated until it has been properly installed in a cabinet Slide the microwave oven into the cabinet space and pull the cable with the plug through the rear wall of the cabinet Installation 61 ...

Page 62: ... Align the appliance Open the microwave door and screw the appliance into the side walls of the cabinet using the screws provided Installation 62 ...

Page 63: ...vice Canada Importer Miele Limited Headquarters and Miele Centre 800 843 7231 609 419 9898 609 419 4298 Technical Service Support Nationwide Phone Fax TechnicalService mieleusa com 161 Four Valley Drive Vaughan ON L4K 4V8 www miele ca 800 999 1360 888 586 8056 Customer Care Centre Phone customercare miele ca 800 565 6435 905 532 2272 Germany Manufacturer Miele Cie KG Carl Miele Straße 29 33332 Güt...

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