Siemens BF520LMR0, User Manual And Installation Instructions

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Before using for the first time
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4.3 Cooling fan
The cooling fan switches on and off as required.
The cooking compartment remains cold during mi-
crowave operation. Despite this, the cooling fan will still
switch on.
Note:
The cooling fan may run on even if the oven has
been switched off.
4.4 Condensation
Condensation can occur in the cooking compartment
and on the appliance door when cooking. Condensa-
tion is normal and does not adversely affect appliance
operation. Wipe away the condensation after cooking.
5 Before using for the first time
Configure the settings for initial start-up. Clean the ap-
pliance and accessories.
5.1 Cleaning the appliance before using it
for the first time
Clean the cooking compartment and accessories be-
fore using the appliance to prepare food for the first
time.
1.
Make sure that there is no leftover packaging, ac-
cessories or other objects in the cooking compart-
ment.
2.
Clean the smooth surfaces in the cooking compart-
ment with a soft, damp cloth.
3.
To eliminate the new-appliance smell, wipe the
empty cooking compartment with hot soapy water.
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"Cleaning the cooking compartment", Page 9
5.2 Fitting the turntable
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 the different
microwave power settings and when to use them.
Microwave power
setting in watts Use
90 Defrost delicate foods.
180 Defrost food and continue
cooking.
360 Cooking meat and fish or heat-
ing delicate foods.
600 Heat and cook food.
800 Heat liquids.
6.2 Microwave-safe cookware and
accessories
To heat food evenly and avoid damaging your appli-
ance, it is important to use the right cookware and ac-
cessories.
Note:
Read the manufacturer's instructions before us-
ing any cookware in the microwave. If in doubt, carry
out a cookware test.
Microwave-safe
Cookware and accessor-
ies Reason
Cookware made from
heat-resistant, microwave-
safe material:
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Glass
¡
Glass ceramic
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Porcelain
¡
Temperature-resistant
plastic
¡
Fully glazed ceramic
without cracks
These materials allow mi-
crowaves to pass
through. Microwaves do
not damage heat-resistant
cookware.
Metal cutlery
Note:
You can use metal
cutlery, e.g. place a
spoon in a glass, to pre-
vent delayed boiling.
ATTENTION!
Metal touching the wall of the cooking compartment
will cause sparks, which may damage the appliance or
the inner door pane.