SEVERIN MW 9675, Instructions For Use Manual

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The microwave function (Group II in compliance with EN 55011)
Electromagnetic energy is generated inside the unit, causing the molecules in the food (mainly water molecules) to oscillate and
subsequently causing the food to become hot. Food with high water content will therefore heat up faster than relatively dry food. The
heat is generated gradually inside the food. Any utensils, container or plates used are heated up only indirectly as a result of the food
temperature.
Always use suitable kitchen utensils
∙ Do not place the food directly onto the glass turntable; always use a suitable plate or cooking container. Make sure that the
container does not protrude over the rim of the glass turntable.
∙ Metal objects are to be avoided since microwaves are re fl ected from metal surfaces and might not reach the food to be cooked.
Any metal in the oven might also cause sparks, resulting in possible damage.
∙ As a general rule, cutlery or metal containers must not be used in the microwave oven. Some food wrappings contain aluminium
foil or wires underneath a layer of paper and are therefore also unsuitable for use with microwave appliances.
However, should the use of aluminium foil be recommended in a recipe, ensure that the food is tightly wrapped in the foil (avoiding
any air blisters). Ensure a minimum distance of 2.5 cm between the foil and the interior walls of the oven.
∙ Always make sure that the cooking container or plate used does not have any metal decoration, such as a gold rim, or colour
containing metal particles. Lead crystal objects are also not suitable. Always make sure that the cooking containers used are not
hollow in any part (e.g. in the handles). Porous materials may have absorbed water during cleaning and are again not suitable.
Cooking containers or utensils made of ‘Melamine’ plastic material absorb energy and are also unsuitable.
Using the microwave function
∙ Containers made from heat-resistant glass or porcelain, however, are well suited for use in microwave appliances.
∙ Plastic is suitable only if it is heat-resistant. Cooking bags etc. should be punctured to release any high pressure during cooking.
Cooking containers especially designed for use with microwave ovens are available at most kitchenware dealers.
Using the grill or hot-air convection function
∙ With these functions, any heat-resistant containers or plates suitable for conventional ovens may be used, though not any plastic
items.
∙ The food to be cooked can be put directly on the grill rack, which is then placed on the glass turntable.
Microwave/grill combination
∙ When using the microwave/grill combination, the microwave and grill functions are activated alternately. The containers or
plates must therefore be suitable for use in a microwave appliance as well as being heat-resistant. Because of the relatively high
temperatures, plastic items must not be used. Make sure that the container or plate used does not contain any metal parts.
Grill rack
∙ For grilling, the rack should be placed on its longer feet.
∙ When placed on its shorter feet, the rack can be used with the hot-air convection function.
Operation
General information on programming the unit
To ensure optimum results, this appliance uses state-of-the-art electronics.
∙ When any control button is pressed, the correct input is acknowledged by one beep signal.
∙ While a programme sequence is running, the current setting can be called up by pressing the appropriate key. E.g., if during the
microwave programme the key is pressed, the display will show the selected power setting.
∙ A programme can be interrupted or restarted by pressing the key.
General operating sequence
∙ Place the food to be heated in a suitable container. Place the container onto the turntable in the oven.
∙ When food is placed in the microwave, it should be covered to prevent it from drying out. Glass or plastic covers especially
designed for use with microwave appliances are available at most kitchenware dealers.
∙ When using the grill, hot-air convection or any of the combination functions, do not cover the food to be cooked.
∙ When using the grill function, place the grill rack directly on the glass turntable and place the food on the grill rack.
∙ Close the door and set the desired programme.
∙ As the programme is started, the turntable starts to rotate. During operation, the interior light remains on.