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Problem solving guide

Problem

Cause and remedy

The microwave oven
switches itself off
during a cooking,
reheating or defrosting
programme.

There may be insufficient air circulation.

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Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked.
Remove any obstruction.

The appliance switches off automatically in cases of
overheating.

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Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down
period.

The appliance switches itself off again.

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Contact Miele Service.

Summary of Contents for M 7140 TC

Page 1: ...ting instructions Microwave oven To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time en GB M Nr 11 195 380 ...

Page 2: ...er the display 27 Display symbols 28 Using the appliance 29 Selecting a menu option and changing a value or setting 29 Selecting an operating mode or function 29 Cancelling a cooking programme 29 Description of function 30 Modes of operation 31 Functions 31 Microwave Solo mode 31 Automatic programmes 31 Suitable containers for microwave ovens 32 Material and shape 32 Testing containers 34 A heat r...

Page 3: ...g the door 44 Placing the dish in the oven 44 Turntable 44 Closing the door 44 Starting a programme 44 Food in oven 45 Interrupting or restarting a programme 45 Altering settings 45 Cancelling a programme 45 At the end of a programme 45 Keeping warm 45 Programming cooking durations 46 Selecting Quick microwave 46 Changing the time and power level 46 System lock 47 Using the minute minder 49 Changi...

Page 4: ... 50 Cook 50 Defrost 50 Reheat 51 Popcorn 51 Recipes for automatic programmes 52 Reheat 59 Cooking 61 Defrost 62 Examples of use 63 Note for test institutes 64 Cleaning and care 65 Problem solving guide 68 After sales service 71 Contact in case of malfunction 71 Warranty 71 ...

Page 5: ...tions and warnings Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non compliance with these instructions Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner Correct application This microwave oven is intended for private domestic use This appliance is not intended for outdoor use Do not use the appliance at altitudes of above 2000 m The microwave oven is intend...

Page 6: ...e Department Safety with children Children under eight years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised Children aged eight and older may only use the microwave oven without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner Children must be able to recognise and understand the potential risks of improper use Children must not be allowed to cl...

Page 7: ...o appliance malfunctions Do not open the appliance housing under any circumstances Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply ensure that the connection data on the data plate voltage and frequency match the mains electricity supply This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the appliance Compare this before connecting the appliance to the mains Consult a qualified ...

Page 8: ... off at the wall socket and the plug withdrawn Pull by the plug and not by the mains connection cable to disconnect your appliance from the mains electricity supply the mains circuit breaker is switched off the mains screw out fuse is removed in countries where this is applicable Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used Faulty comp...

Page 9: ...Warning and Safety instructions 9 Reliable and safe operation of this microwave oven can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply ...

Page 10: ...nding time see charts which should be added to the time needed for reheating defrosting or cooking During the standing time the temperature is distributed evenly in the food Always remember that times for cooking reheating and defrosting in a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than with traditional methods of cooking food Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out and ...

Page 11: ...ff Be careful when removing dishes from the appliance Although heat is not normally produced in the container itself by the microwaves apart from stoneware heat transfer from the food to the container may be considerable making the container itself hot The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food Before serving always check the temperature of the actual food itself after taking it out of the mi...

Page 12: ...ainer To avoid fuelling any flames do not open the appliance door if there is smoke inside the oven compartment Interrupt the process by switching the microwave oven off using the On Off button and disconnect the plug from the electricity supply Do not open the door until the smoke has dispersed Oils and fats can ignite if allowed to overheat Never leave the microwave oven unattended when cooking ...

Page 13: ...rowave oven in certain circumstances and could even be dangerous Fire hazard Please refer to the relevant instructions in Cleaning and care Fire hazard Plastic containers which are not suitable for use in microwave ovens can be badly damaged and cause damage to the appliance if used Do not use any containers or cutlery made from or containing metal aluminium foil lead crystal glassware temperature...

Page 14: ... Food with a thick skin or peel such as tomatoes sausage potatoes and aubergines can burst when heated Pierce or score the skin of these types of food several times to allow steam to escape Dishes with hollow knobs or handles are not suitable for use with microwave power Moisture which has gathered in the hollow recesses can cause pressure to build up and the item can explode If the hollow recess ...

Page 15: ... cause it to lose its dirt repellent effect Do not use sticky notes adhesive tape or other types of adhesive on the stainless steel surface The surface is susceptible to scratching Even magnets can cause scratches Accessories Only use original Miele accessories If other parts are used warranty performance and product liability claims will be invalidated ...

Page 16: ...pping or pull it over their head with the risk of suffocation Keep packaging material away from children Remove all the packaging materials from the appliance Do not remove the cover from the microwave outlet inside the oven compartment Check the appliance for any damage Health risk caused by a faulty appliance Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage and present a hazard to t...

Page 17: ...ir vents with any objects Lifting the microwave oven by the door handle could cause damage to the door Use the handle cut outs on the side of the casing to lift the appliance Installation dimensions Dimensions are given in mm Tall unit installation 595 450 562 550 _ 6 2 Base unit installation 595 460 2 550 _ _ 550 _ 550 _ _ 550 _ 550 _ 6 562 _ ...

Page 18: ...Installation 18 Side view 455 5 451 5 333 111 5 22 22 23 3 4 min 2 Glass Stainless steel ...

Page 19: ...Installation 19 Tall unit connection 3 70 53 2 1 451 5 595 a Front view b Mains connection cable Length 1600 mm c No connections permitted in this area ...

Page 20: ...Installation 20 Base unit connection 3 70 53 2 1 451 5 595 a Front view b Mains connection cable Length 1600 mm c No connections permitted in this area ...

Page 21: ...st be built in before it can be used Slide the microwave oven into the niche Feed the cable with the plug through the back of the unit Position the appliance Open the appliance door and secure the appliance onto the side walls of the unit using the screws provided ...

Page 22: ...VDE 0100 requirements and local regulations e g BS 7671 in the UK If the connection cable is damaged it must only be replaced with a specific connection cable of the same type available from the Miele Customer Service Department For safety reasons such replacement may only be carried out by a qualified technician or the Miele Customer Service Department The necessary connection data can be found o...

Page 23: ...lso contain specific materials compounds and components which were essential for their correct function and safety These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly Please do not therefore dispose of your old appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling cen...

Page 24: ...Guide to the appliance 24 a Control panel b Turntable c Door ...

Page 25: ...for changing values e Display for showing the time of day and information on operation f OK button for selecting functions and saving settings g button for setting a minute minder or a cooking duration h button for starting a cooking programme i button for further programmes and settings j for various automatic cooking programmes k button for popcorn l Various power levels of the microwave oven ...

Page 26: ... sensor control is confirmed with a keypad tone This keypad tone can be switched off by selecting the Volume setting and then Keypad tone Then turn the volume all the way down using the arrow buttons If the display is dark the sensor controls will not react until the microwave oven is switched on Sensor controls above the display Here you will find the operating modes and other functions of the mi...

Page 27: ...gramme by pressing it again In the navigation area use the arrow buttons or the area between them to scroll up or down in the selection lists The display shows the menu option that you want to select You can change the values and settings using the arrow buttons or the area between them OK If a function appears in the display you can select it by pressing OK The selected function can then be chang...

Page 28: ...confirm the information This indicates that there are more menu options available which are not visible because there is not enough space in the display Some settings e g display brightness and buzzer volume are selected using a bar with segments A tick next to a setting means that this option is currently selected The system lock is switched on see Safety section in the Settings chapter The contr...

Page 29: ...erating mode or function The sensor controls for the operating modes and functions e g settings are located above the display Select an operating mode or function using the relevant sensor control on the control panel see the Operation and Settings chapters Touch the sensor control for the function or operating mode you want The sensor control on the control panel lights up orange Set the values o...

Page 30: ...through a suitable container and find their way directly into the food All food contains moisture molecules which when subjected to microwave energy start to oscillate at a rate of 2 5 billion times a second This vibration creates heat It first starts developing around the outside of the food and then slowly penetrates towards the centre The more water a food contains the faster it is reheated or ...

Page 31: ... proving yeast dough melting chocolate and butter dissolving gelatine preparing cake glazes and bottling small amounts of fruit and vegetables Functions Microwave Solo mode Suitable for defrosting reheating and cooking Automatic programmes You can choose from the following automatic programmes You can choose from four different automatic programme categories Cook Defrost Reheat Popcorn The program...

Page 32: ... lid knobs When using containers with hollow parts moisture can get inside and pressure can build up causing the container to crack or shatter Do not use containers with hollow handle elements or lid knobs unless the hollow parts are sufficiently ventilated Metal Metal containers aluminium foil metal cutlery and crockery with metallic decoration such as gold rims or cobalt blue must not be used in...

Page 33: ...istant glass or ceramic dishes are ideal for use with microwave power Crystal glass is unsuitable as it contains lead which could cause the glass to crack in the microwave It is therefore not suitable Porcelain Porcelain is a suitable material However do not use porcelain with gold or silver edging or items with hollow knobs or handles as insufficient ventilation may cause pressure Stoneware Decor...

Page 34: ...her inflammable materials can ignite Do not leave the appliance unattended when reheating or cooking food in single use containers made of plastic paper or other inflammable materials To protect the environment we do not recommend the use of single use containers Testing containers If in doubt as to whether glass earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a microwave oven a ...

Page 35: ...he food Damage due to heat sensitive plastic The material of the cover can generally withstand temperatures of up to 110 C see manufacturer information At higher temperatures the plastic can distort and fuse with the food The cover may therefore only be used in microwave ovens and only in Microwave Solo mode Damage due to covered openings If the cover is used with a container with a small diameter...

Page 36: ...e can build up during reheating in sealed containers or bottles causing them to explode Sealed glass containers such as jars of baby food must be opened before they are heated in the microwave oven Do not attempt to heat them up unopened With baby bottles the screw top and teat must be taken off ...

Page 37: ...of day using the arrow buttons Confirm with OK The display message Clock display off is marked with a Confirm with OK The Energy consumption information appears in the display because energy is saved when the time display is switched off Press OK Set up finished appears in the display Confirm with OK Select function appears in the display The time of day display is set to run in the background def...

Page 38: ... arrow buttons and confirm the selection with OK Then select the sub item Time using the arrow buttons and confirm with OK Select Set using the arrow buttons and confirm with OK The current time of day is highlighted in white in the display Change the time of day using the arrow buttons and confirm with OK Press the sensor control repeatedly to go back to the first level Select function appears in...

Page 39: ...t Volume Buzzer tones Keypad tone Display brightness Units Weight g lb lb oz Keeping warm On Off Quick MW Power level 900 W 750 W Duration 01 00 adjustable Popcorn Duration 03 20 adjustable between 2 30 and 3 50 min Query food On Off Safety Sensor lock Off On System lock Off On Software version Showroom programme Demo mode Off On Factory default Do not reset Reset Factory default ...

Page 40: ...ected by a power cut Language You can set your language and country You can then select the country if the language selected has different variants depending on where it is spoken After selecting and confirming your choice the language you have selected will appear in the display Tip If you have selected the wrong language by mistake select Follow the symbol to get back to the Language sub menu Ti...

Page 41: ...ounds ounces lb oz Keeping warm The Keeping warm function switches on automatically at the end of a cooking programme which has been using at least 450 W providing the door remains closed and no buttons are pressed After approx 2 minutes the food will be kept warm using 80 W for a maximum period of 15 minutes On The Keeping warm function is switched on Off The Keeping warm function is switched off...

Page 42: ... being used unintentionally The minute minder can still be set when the system lock is active The system lock will remain activated even after a power outage On The system lock has been activated Before you can use the microwave oven you need to switch it on and touch OK for at least 6 seconds Off The system lock is deactivated You can use the microwave oven as normal Sensor lock The sensor lock p...

Page 43: ... If you switch the microwave oven on while demo mode is activated the message Demo mode appears in the display The appliance does not heat up On Touch OK for at least 4 seconds to activate demo mode Off Touch OK for at least 4 seconds to deactivate demo mode The microwave oven is fully functional again Factory default One setting can be used to reset all the changes made to the initial state of th...

Page 44: ...ouch Start again to resume an interrupted cooking programme Starting a programme Select a microwave power level by pressing the corresponding sensor control Touch the sensor control for the power level you want The sensor control on the control panel lights up orange Use the arrow buttons to set the cooking duration you want and confirm your selection with OK Press the button The cooking programme...

Page 45: ... a programme Open the appliance door The duration stops counting down Close the door appears in the display continue a programme Close the door and touch the button The programme will continue Altering settings If you discover after starting a programme that the microwave power level is too high or too low you can Select a new level the duration set is too short or too long you can Change the time...

Page 46: ...en you want the programme to start The microwave oven then switches on automatically at this time Place the food in the oven compartment Select the function you want to use Set the cooking duration and confirm with OK Press the button Select Finish at or Start at using the arrow buttons and confirm with OK Specify the time that you want the cooking programme to start or end using the arrow buttons...

Page 47: ... OK Select On and then OK Switch the appliance off to activate the system lock The appliance functions are now locked and can only be used when the system lock is deactivated Only the minute minder can be used when the system lock is activated see Minute minder chapter The system lock will remain activated even after a power outage Deactivating the system lock You can deactivate the system lock te...

Page 48: ... the display The system lock is then deactivated Select Select Settings and confirm with OK Select Safety and confirm with OK Select System lock and then OK Select Off and then OK Switch off the appliance The system lock is now deactivated The appliance functions are available again ...

Page 49: ...e minder Changing the minute minder duration Press the button Change appears in the display The current minute minder time is stopped Confirm with OK Modify the time using the arrow buttons and confirm with OK The minute minder will continue running Deleting the minute minder duration Press the button Change appears in the display The current minute minder time is stopped Select Delete using the a...

Page 50: ...f the food and confirm with OK Choose between the options Start now Start at and Finish at using the arrow buttons Follow the instructions in the display for example Turn food or Stir the food After cooking leave the food to stand at room temperature for the suggested time standing time to allow the heat to be distributed evenly through the food Cook You can choose between 13 automatic programmes ...

Page 51: ...hapter The duration cannot however be altered whilst the programme is running The programme is not suitable for making popcorn from kernels Only use this automatic programme for popcorn which is specifically labelled as microwave popcorn Place the packet on the turntable according to the instructions on the packaging Make sure that the packet has enough room to expand If it comes into contact with...

Page 52: ... turntable and cook About halfway through the cooking duration a buzzer will sound to prompt you to turn or stir the food When cooking 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 Total time required 25 35 minutes Ingredients 350 g carrots cleaned 5 g butter 50 ml vegetable stock instant 75 ml ...

Page 53: ...rce the skins several times with a fork or skewer before cooking then cover the container and cook Golden curried potatoes serves 3 Total time required 25 35 minutes Ingredients 500 g peeled potatoes 1 onion finely diced 10 g butter 1 2 tbsp curry powder 250 ml vegetable stock instant 50 ml double cream 125 g peas frozen Salt and pepper Method Roughly dice the potatoes approx 3 x 3 cm or use small...

Page 54: ... pineapple juice Salt sugar and chilli powder 2 tbsp cornflour Method Dice the fish 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 together with the pepper and pineapple pieces and mix well Add the butter Mix together the wine juice seasoning and cornflour and pour over th...

Page 55: ...2 tsp sage 4 chicken breast fillets 200 g each ready to cook Accessories Microwave safe ovenproof dish Method To make the sauce mix together the crème fraîche garlic mustard salt and sage Place the chicken breast fillets in the ovenproof dish and spread the sauce over the top Cover and start the programme Turn the chicken breast fillets over and baste them with the sauce when the instruction Turn ...

Page 56: ... Setting Soup Weight 1000 g Shelf level Turntable Tip Instead of pasta you could also use 150 g diced potatoes White cabbage stew serves 4 Total time required 45 minutes Ingredients 200 g beef mince 1 2 tsp salt 1 2 tsp sweet paprika Pepper 1 onion 250 g potatoes 100 g leeks 250 g white cabbage 250 g beetroot 250 ml beef stock 1 1 2 tsp salt 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 150 ml crème fraîche 1 tbsp pars...

Page 57: ...ons to the breadcrumbs Add the egg salt and pepper and knead into a meat dough Shape into 8 meatballs and place in an ovenproof dish Mix together the butter and flour Divide this mixture into small portions and place next to the meatballs Add the meat stock Cover and cook according to the programme When the buzzer sounds carefully stir the sauce until smooth Season with the cream capers and lemon ...

Page 58: ...frozen 50 ml strawberry syrup 1 2 tbsp cornflour 20 ml crème de cassis Method Add 100 ml water and the strawberry syrup to the berries in a bowl Mix together the cornflour with 2 tbsp water and the crème de cassis Add to the berries and cook according to the programme Setting Fruit compote Weight 500 g Shelf level Turntable Tip Serve with vanilla ice cream or custard ...

Page 59: ...g point of the liquid may be reached without the production of typical bubbles The liquid does not boil evenly throughout This so called boiling delay can cause a sudden build up of bubbles when the container is removed from the microwave or shaken which can lead to the liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the pressure forces the appliance doo...

Page 60: ...iner It may be hot Although the container is not normally heated by the microwaves apart from stoneware heat may transfer from the food to the container Allow food to stand for a few minutes at room temperature at the end of a reheating process This enables the heat to spread evenly throughout the food Risk of burning due to hot food The food can be very hot after reheating After reheating food es...

Page 61: ... an appropriate length of time Food with a thick skin or peel such as tomatoes sausages jacket potatoes and aubergines should be pierced or the skin scored in several places before cooking to allow steam to escape and to prevent the food from bursting Risk of injury due to eggs with shells Eggs heated in their shells can burst even after they have been taken out of the oven compartment Eggs can on...

Page 62: ...lla It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when defrosting poultry Do not use the liquid produced during defrosting Meat poultry and fish does not need to be fully defrosted before cooking Defrost until the food has started to thaw The surface will then be sufficiently thawed to absorb herbs and seasoning Defrosting and cooking Deep frozen food can be defrosted and immediately ...

Page 63: ...3 5 Cover and leave to prove Chocolate coated marshmallows 20 g 600 00 10 00 20 Place on a plate do not cover Steeping oil for salad dressing 125 ml 150 1 2 Heat uncovered on a gentle heat Tempering citrus fruits 150 g 150 1 2 Place on a plate do not cover Softening ice cream 500 g 150 1 3 Place open container in the appliance Skinning tomatoes 3 pieces 450 6 7 Cut a cross into the top of each tom...

Page 64: ...meter at the upper rim 220 mm cook uncovered Minced meat 900 g 600 450 4 17 5 Container see Standard dimensions at the upper rim 250 mm x 124 mm cook uncovered Defrost meat minced meat 500 g 300 150 3 6 30 10 Container see standard do not cover turn halfway through defrosting Raspberries 250 g 150 7 3 Container see Standard cook uncovered Allow the food to stand at room temperature for the standin...

Page 65: ...g unnecessarily difficult and in extreme cases impossible The oven compartment and the inside of the door can be wiped using a mild detergent or a little washing up liquid and water Wipe dry with a soft cloth For heavier soiling heat a glass of water inside the oven compartment for 2 or 3 minutes until the water begins to boil The steam will collect on the walls and soften the soiling The oven int...

Page 66: ... oven interior walls To clean the interior Remove the turntable and wash in the dishwasher or by hand Always keep the roller ring underneath it clean as well as the oven floor Otherwise the turntable will not turn smoothly Clean the surfaces between the turntable and the roller ring Do not turn the turntable and or locator manually as this could damage the drive motor Appliance front Do not let wa...

Page 67: ...al surfaces Please observe the cleaning instructions To avoid damaging the surfaces of the appliance do not use detergents containing soda ammonia acids or chlorides cleaning agents containing descaling agents abrasive cleaning agents e g scouring powder scouring liquid or pumice stones cleaning agents containing solvents stainless steel cleaning agents dishwasher cleaner oven sprays glass cleanin...

Page 68: ...here could be a fault with the appliance the household electricity supply or another appliance disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply and contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Customer Service Department see Customer service chapter A noise can be heard after a cooking programme This is not a fault The cooling fan will continue to run for a while after the oven has been switch...

Page 69: ...e food is covered with aluminium foil Remove the aluminium foil Sparks are being created by the use of crockery with a metallic finish Please observe the information on suitable containers The time of day in the display is not accurate The time of day must be reset following an interruption to the power supply Set the correct time of day Food cools down too quickly In the microwave oven food begin...

Page 70: ...or defrosting programme There may be insufficient air circulation Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked Remove any obstruction The appliance switches off automatically in cases of overheating Cooking can be continued after a cooling down period The appliance switches itself off again Contact Miele Service ...

Page 71: ...roblem could have been resolved as described in these instructions When contacting your Dealer or Miele please quote the model and serial number of your appliance This information can be found on the data plate located on the front of the oven interior Warranty The appliance warranty is valid for 2 years from date of purchase In the UK you must activate your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or regis...

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