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Microwave
Microwaves are converted to heat in food. The
microwave can be used solo, i.e. on its own, or in
combination with a different type of heating.
Note:
In the
Tables and Tips
section, you will find
examples for defrosting, heating, and cooking with the
microwave.
Notes regarding cookware
Heat-resistant cookware made of glass, glass ceramic,
porcelain, ceramic or heat-resistant plastic is suitable.
These materials allow microwaves to pass through.
You can also use serving dishes. This saves you
having to transfer food from one dish to another. You
should only use cookware with decorative gold or
silver trim if the manufacturer guarantees that it is
suitable for use in microwaves.
Metal cookware is unsuitable. Metal does not allow
microwaves to pass through. Food in covered metal
containers will remain cold.
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CAUTION
Metal e.g. a spoon in a glass must be kept at
least 1 in (25 mm) from the oven walls and the
inside of the door. Sparks could irreparably
damage the glass on the inside of the door.
Cookware test: Do not switch on the microwave
unless there is food inside. The following cookware
test is the only exception to this rule. If you are unsure
whether your cookware is microwave compatible,
perform this test: place the empty dish in the
appliance for
^
for 1 minute at maximum power.
Check the temperature during that time. The cookware
should be cold or warm to the touch. The cookware is
unsuitable if it becomes hot or sparks are generated.
Microwave output
You can make the following new settings:
Note:
The microwave power can be set to 1000 watts
for a maximum of 30 minutes. A cooking time of 90
minutes is possible with all other power settings.
Setting the microwave
1
Set the required microwave output setting using
the function selector.
2
Set the cooking time using the rotary selector.
3
Start with
I
.
The operation begins. The cooking time starts
counting down.
An audible signal sounds once the cooking time has
elapsed. The signal stops early if you touch the
™
symbol, open the appliance door, or set the function
selector to
0
. The microwave operation has finished.
If you open the oven door during operation, the
microwave operation is paused. After closing the
door, touch the
I
symbol. The operation continues.
You can change the cooking time at any time using the
rotary selector.
You can change the output at any time using the
function selector. Press
I
to restart.
You can call up the elapsed cooking time using the
(
symbol. Touch the
™
symbol to return to the standard
display.
Pause:
The operation can be paused using the
H
symbol. Use
the
I
symbol to continue.
Switching off:
To stop the operation and cancel the settings, turn the
function selector to
0
.
Note:
It is normal for the fan to continue operating
even when the door is open.
90 W
For defrosting delicate foods
180 W
For defrosting and continued cooking
360 W
For cooking meat and for heating deli-
cate foods
600 W
For heating and cooking food
1000 W
For heating liquids
