Samsung Combinato MC28H5135CK User Manual

MC28H5135**
Microwave Oven
Owner’s instructions & Cooking guide
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contents
safety information
Safety information................................................................................. 2
Quick look-up guide..............................................................................11
Oven features.........................................................................................12
Oven.....................................................................................................12
Control panel........................................................................................12
Accessories..........................................................................................13
Oven use.................................................................................................13
How a microwave oven works..............................................................13
Checking that your oven is operating correctly......................................14
Setting the time....................................................................................14
Cooking/Reheating...............................................................................14
Power levels and time variations...........................................................15
Adjusting the cooking time....................................................................15
Stopping the cooking............................................................................15
Setting the energy save mode..............................................................16
Using the slim fry cook features............................................................16
Using the sensor cook features.............................................................18
Using the healthy cooking features.......................................................20
Using the dough proof/yogurt features..................................................22
Using the power defrost features..........................................................23
Using the auto reheat/cook features.....................................................24
Using the crusty plate...........................................................................25
Convection...........................................................................................25
Grilling..................................................................................................26
Choosing the accessories.....................................................................26
Combining microwaves and grill...........................................................26
Combining microwaves and convection................................................27
Switching the beeper off.......................................................................27
Using the child lock features.................................................................28
Using the turntable on/off features........................................................28
Cookware guide....................................................................................28
Cooking guide........................................................................................29
Troubleshooting and error code..........................................................38
Troubleshooting....................................................................................38
Error code............................................................................................39
Technical specifications.......................................................................39
USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG microwave oven. Your Owner’s
Instructions contain valuable information on cooking with your microwave
oven:
• Safety precautions
• Suitable accessories and cookware
• Useful cooking tips
• Cooking tips
LEGEND FOR SYMBOLS AND ICONS
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
Warning; Fire hazard
Warning; Hot surface
Warning; Electricity
Warning; Explosive material
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT touch.
Do NOT disassemble.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug
from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is
grounded to prevent electric
shock.
Call the service center for
help.
Note
Important
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WARNING
(Microwave function only)
WARNING: If the door or door seals
are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person.
WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone
other than a competent person to carry
out any service or repair operation that
involves the removal of a cover which
gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household only.
WARNING: Only allow children to use
the oven without supervision when
adequate instructions have been given
so that the child is able to use the oven
in a safe way and understands the
hazards of improper use.
WARNING: This appliance can be
used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made
by children unless they are aged from
8 years and above and supervised.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use
in microwave ovens.
When heating food in plasitic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven due
to the possibility of ignitions.
01 SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Make sure that these safety precautions are
obeyed at all times.
Before using the oven, confirm that the
following instructions are followed.
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The microwave oven is intended for
heating food and beverages. Drying of
food or clothing and heating of warming
pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and
similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition
or fire.
If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug
the appliance and keep the door closed
in order to stifle any flames.
WARNING: Microwave heating of
beverages can result in delayed eruptive
boiling, therefore care must be taken
when handling the container.
WARNING: The contents of feeding
bottles and baby food jars shall be
stirred or shaken and the temperature
checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled
eggs should not be heated in microwave
ovens since they may explode, even
after microwave heating has ended.
The oven should be cleaned regularly
and any food deposites removed.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
conditioin could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation.
The appliance is not intended for
installing in road vehicles, caravans and
similar vehicles etc.
This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Liquids or other foods must
not be heated in sealed containers since
they are liable to explode;
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During use the appliance becomes hot.
Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements inside the oven.
WARNING: Accessible parts may
become hot during use. Young children
should be kept away.
A steam cleaner is not to be used.
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is
switched off before replacing the lamp to
avoid the possibility of electric shock.
WARNING: The appliance and its
accessible parts become hot during use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements.
Children less than 8 years of age shall
be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
The temperature of accessible surfaces
may be high when the appliance is
operating.
The door or the outer surface may get
hot when the appliance is operating.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children less than 8 years.
WARNING
(Oven function only) - Optional
WARNING: When the appliance is
operated in the combination mode,
children should only use the oven
under adult supervision due to the
temperatures generated.
01 SAFETY INFORMATION
The appliance should not be cleaned
with a water jet.
This oven should be positioned proper
direction and height permitting easy
access to cavity and control area.
Before using the your oven first time,
oven should be operated with the water
during 10 minute and then used.
If the oven generates a strange noise,
a burning smell, or smoke is emitted,
unplug the power plug immediately and
contact your nearest service center.
The microwave oven has to be
positioned so that plug is accessible.
The microwave oven is intended to be
used on the counter or counter top use
only, the microwave oven shall not be
placed in a cabinet.
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This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or
sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven
door glass since they can scratch the
surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
Appliances are not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote-control system.
This product is a Group 2 Class B ISM
equipment. The definition of group 2 which
contains all ISM equipment in which radiofrequency energy is intentionally generated
and/or used in the form of electromagnetic
radiation for the treatment of material, and
EDM and arc welding equipment.
For Class B equipment is equipment
suitable for use in domestic establishments
and in establishments directly connected
to a low voltage power supply network
which supplies buildings used for domestic
purposes.
INSTALLING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Place the oven on a flat level surface 85 cm
above the floor. The surface should be strong
enough to safety bear the weight of the oven.
20 cm
10 cm
1.When you install your oven,
above
behind
make sure there is adequate
ventilation for your oven by
85 cm of
10 cm on
leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches) the floor the side
of space behind and, on the sides of the
oven and 20 cm (8 inches) of space above.
2.Remove all packing materials inside the oven.
3.Install the roller ring and turntable. Check
that the turntable rotates freely.
(Turntable type model only)
4.This microwave oven has to be positioned
so that plug is accessible.
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CLEANING YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
The following parts of your microwave oven
should be cleaned regularly to prevent
grease and food particles from building up:
•Inside and outside surfaces
•Door and door seals
•Turntable and Roller rings
(Turntable type model only)
ALWAYS ensure that the door seals are
clean and the door closes properly.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of the
surface that could adversely affect the life
of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
1.Clean the outside surfaces with a soft cloth
and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
2.Remove any splashes or stains on the
inside surfaces of oven with a soapy cloth.
Rinse and dry.
3.To loosen hardened food particles and
remove smells, place a cup of diluted
lemon juice in the oven and heat for ten
minutes at maximum power.
4.Wash the dishwasher-safe plate whenever
necessary.
DO NOT spill water in the vents. NEVER
use any abrasive products or chemical
solvents. Take particular care when
cleaning the door seals to ensure that no
particles:
•Accumulate
•Prevent the door from closing correctly
01 SAFETY INFORMATION
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
For your personal safety, plug the cable
into a proper AC earthed socket.
Do not install the microwave oven in hot or
damp surroundings like next to a traditional
oven or radiator. The power supply
specifications of the oven must be respected
and any extension cable used must be
of the same standard as the power cable
supplied with the oven. Wipe the interior and
the door seal with a damp cloth before using
your microwave oven for the first time.
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Clean the microwave oven cavity right after
each use with a mild detergent solution, but
let the microwave oven cool down before
cleaning in order to avoid injury.
When cleaning the upper
part inside the cavity, it will
be convenient to turn heater
downward by 45 ° and clean it.
(Swing heater model only)
STORING AND REPAIRING YOUR
MICROWAVE OVEN
A few simple precautions should be taken
when storing or having your microwave oven
serviced.
The oven must not be used if the door or
door seals are damaged:
•Broken hinge
•Deteriorated seals
•Distorted or bent oven casing
Only a qualified microwave service technician
should perform repair
NEVER remove the outer casing from
the oven. If the oven is faulty and needs
servicing or you are in doubt about its
condition:
•Unplug it from the wall socket
•Contact the nearest after-sales service
centre
If you wish to store your oven away
temporarily, choose a dry, dustfree place.
Reason : Dust and damp may adversely
affect the working parts in the oven.
This microwave oven is not intended for
commercial use.
The Light bulb should not be replaced in
person for safety reasons.
Please contact nearest authorised
Samsung customer care, to arrange for a
qualified engineer to replace the bulb.
WARNING
Only qualified staff should be allowed to modify or
repair the appliance.
Do not heat liquids and other food in sealed
containers for microwave function.
For your safety, do not use high-pressure water
cleaners or steam jet cleaners.
Do not install this appliance; near heater,
inflammable material; in a humid, oily or dusty
location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and
water or where gas may leak; on un level ground.
This appliance must be properly grounded in
accordance with local and national codes.
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Remove all foreign substances such as dust or
water from the power plug terminals and contact
points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power
cord or loose wall socket. When the power plug
or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest
service centre.
Do not pull or excessively bend or place heavy
objecton the power cord.
Do not pour or directly spray water onto the oven.
Do not place objects on the oven, inside or on the
door of the oven.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide
onto the surface of the oven.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the
power plug while an operation is in progress.
Do not store flammable materials in the oven. Take
special care when heating dishes or drinks that
contain alcohol as alcohol vapours may contact a
hot part of the oven.
Do not insert fingers or foreign substances, If any
foreign substance such as water has entered the
appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your
nearest service centre.
Keep children away from the door when opening or
closing it as they may bump themselves on the door
or catch their fingers in the door.
Do not apply excessive pressure or impact to the
appliance.
01 SAFETY INFORMATION
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP
gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without touching the
power plug.
WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can
result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must
be taken when handling the container; To prevent
this situation ALWAYS allow a standing time of at
least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched
off so that the temperature can equalize. Stir during
heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating.
In the event of scalding, follow these FIRST AID
instructions:
• Immerse the scalded area in cold water for at
least 10 minutes.
• Cover with a clean, dry dressing.
• Do not apply any creams, oils or lotions.
Do not place the oven over a fragile object such as a
sink or glass object.
Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, steam cleaner
or high pressure cleaner to clean the appliance.
Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and
current are the same as those of the product
specifications.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do
not use a multiple plug adapter, an extension cord or
an electric transformer.
Do not hook the power cord on a metal object,
insert the power cord between the objects or behind
the oven.
Do not put the tray or rack in water shortly after
cooking because it may cause breakage or damage
of the tray or rack.
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Do not operate the microwave oven for deep
fat frying because the oil temperature cannot be
controlled. This could result in a sudden boil over of
the hot liquid.
Stand at arms length from the oven when opening
the door to avoid getting scalded by escaping hot air
or steam.
Do not operate the microwave oven when it is
empty. The microwave oven will automatically
shut down for 30 minutes for safety purposes. We
recommend placing a glass of water inside the oven
at all times to absorb microwave energy in case the
microwave oven is started accidentally.
CAUTION
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in
microwave ovens; DO NOT use any metallic
containers, Dinnerware with gold or silver trimmings,
Skewers, forks, etc.
Remove wire twist ties from paper or plastic bags.
Reason: Electric arcing or sparking may occur and
may damage the oven.
Do not use your microwave oven to dry papers or
clothes.
Use shorter times for smaller amounts of food to
prevent overheating and burning food.
Install the oven in compliance with the clearances stated
in this manual. (See installing your microwave oven.)
Take care when connecting other electrical
appliances to sockets near the oven.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY.(MICROWAVE FUNCTION ONLY)
Always use oven mitts when removing a dish from
the oven to avoid unintentional burns.
Failure to observe the following safety precautions may result in harmful exposure to
microwave energy.
(a) Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to operate the oven
with the door open or to tamper with the safety interlocks (door latches) or to
insert anything into the safety interlock holes.
(b) Do NOT place any object between the oven door and front face or allow
food or cleaner residues to accumulate on sealing surfaces. Ensure that the
door and door sealing surfaces are kept clean by wiping after use first with a
damp cloth and then with a soft dry cloth.
(c) Do NOT operate the oven if it is damaged until it has been repaired by a
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer. It is
particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no
damage to the:
(1) door (bent)
(2) door hinges (broken or loose)
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone other than a properly
qualified microwave service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Stir liquids halfway during heating or after heating
ends and allow the liquid stand at least 20 seconds
after heating to prevent eruptive boiling.
Samsung will charge a repair fee for replacing an accessory or repairing a cosmetic
defect if the damage to the unit and/or damage to or loss of the accessory was
caused by the customer. Items this stipulation covers include:
Do not immerse the power cable or power plug in
water and keep the power cable away from heat.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs
should not be heated in microwave ovens since they
may explode, even after microwave heating has
ended; Also do not heat airtight or vacuum-sealed
bottles, jars, containers, nuts inshells, tomatoes etc.
Do not cover the ventilation slots with cloth or paper.
They may catch fire as hot air escapes from the
oven. The oven may also overheat and switch itself
off automatically, and will remain off until it cools
sufficiently.
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quick look-up guide
I want to cook some food.
1. Place the food in the oven. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: When cooking has finished, the oven will beep
and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will then beep
one time per minute.
If you want to add an extra 30 seconds.
Press START/+30s button one or more times for each extra
30 seconds that you wish to add.
By turning the Multi Function Selector Dial, You can set the
time as you want.
02 QUICK LOOK-UP GUIDE
(a) A Dented, Scratched, or Broken Door, Handle, Out-Panel, or Control Panel.
(b) A Broken or missing Tray, Guide Roller, Coupler, or Wire Rack.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this
instruction manual. Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this
manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when
installing, maintaining, and operating your appliance.
• Because these following operating instructions cover various models,
the characteristics of your microwave oven may differ slightly from those
described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you
have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service centre or find
help and information online at www.samsung.com.
• This microwave oven is supposed for heating food. It is intended for
domestic home-use only. Do not heat any type of textiles or cushions filled
with grains, which could cause burns and fire. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
• Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possible
result in a hazardous situation.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
(WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and
its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed
of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible
harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please
separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this
product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take
these items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions
of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be
mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
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oven features
CONTROL PANEL
OVEN
1
2
6
4
3
7
8
5
9
10
1. DOOR HANDLE
7. TURNTABLE
2. DOOR
8. COUPLER
3. VENTILATION HOLES
9. ROLLER RING
4. HEATING ELEMENT
10.SAFETY INTERLOCK HOLES
5.LIGHT
11.CONTROL PANEL
6. DOOR LATCHES
11
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
SLIM FRY BUTTON
SENSOR BUTTON
HEALTHY COOKING BUTTON
DOUGH PROOF/YOGURT BUTTON
POWER DEFROST BUTTON
AUTO REHEAT/COOK BUTTON
CONVECTION BUTTON
GRILL BUTTON
9. MICROWAVE BUTTON
10.COMBI BUTTON
11.TURNTABLE ON/OFF BUTTON
12.MULTI FUNCTION SELECTOR DIAL
13.CHILD LOCK BUTTON
14.STOP/ECO BUTTON
15.START/+30s BUTTON
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oven use
HOW A MICROWAVE OVEN WORKS
Depending on the model that you have purchased, you are supplied with several
accessories that can be used in a variety of ways.
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves; the energy released enables
food to be cooked or reheated without changing either the form or the colour.
You can use your microwave oven to:
• Defrost
• Reheat
• Cook
1. Roller ring, to be placed in the centre of the oven.
Purpose: The roller ring supports the turntable.
2.Turntable, to be placed on the roller ring with the centre
fitting on to the coupler.
Purpose: The turntable serves as the main cooking
surface; it can be easily removed for cleaning.
Cooking principle.
3. High rack, Low rack, to be placed on the turntable.
Purpose: The metal racks can be used to cook two dishes
at the same time. A small dish may be placed
on the turntable and a second dish on the
rack. The metal racks can be used in grill,
convection and combination cooking.
4. Crusty plate, see page 25.
Purpose: The crusty plate is used to brown food better
in the microwave or grill combination cooking
modes. It helps keep pastry and pizza dough
crisp.
1. The microwaves generated by the magnetron reflected at
cavity and are distributed uniformly as the food rotates on
the turntable. The food is thus cooked evenly.
03 OVEN FEATURES
ACCESSORIES
2. The microwaves are absorbed by the food up to a depth of
about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Cooking then continues as the heat is
dissipated within the food.
3. Cooking times vary according to the container used and the
properties of the food:
• Quantity and density
• Water content
• Initial temperature (refrigerated or not)
As the centre of the food is cooked by heat dissipation, cooking continues even
when you have taken the food out of the oven. Standing times specified in recipes
and in this booklet must therefore be respected to ensure:
• Even cooking of the food right to the centre.
• The same temperature throughout the food.
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CHECKING THAT YOUR OVEN IS OPERATING
CORRECTLY
The following simple procedure enables you to check that your oven is working correctly
at all times. If you are in doubt, refer to the section entitled “Troubleshooting” on the
page 38-39.
4. Turn the Multi Function Selector Dial to set the hour.
The oven must be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. The turntable must be
in position in the oven. If a power level other than the maximum (100 % - 900 W) is
used, the water takes longer to boil.
Open the oven door by pulling the handle on the right side of the door.
Place a glass of water on the turntable. Close the door.
5. Press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
6. Turn the Multi Function Selector Dial to set the minute.
Press the START/+30s button and set the time to 4 or
5 minutes, by pressing the START/+30s button the appropriate
number of times.
Result:The oven heats the water for 4 or 5 minutes.
The water should then be boiling.
7. When the right time is displayed, press the Multi Function
Selector Dial to start the clock.
Result: The time is displayed whenever you are not
using the microwave oven.
SETTING THE TIME
When power is supplied, “88:88” and then “12:00” is automatically displayed on the
display.
Please set the current time. The time can be displayed in either the 24-hour or 12-hour
notation. You must set the clock:
• When you first install your microwave oven
• After a power failure
COOKING/REHEATING
The following procedure explains how to cook or reheat food.
ALWAYS check your cooking settings before leaving the oven unattended.
Open the door. Place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door. Never switch
the microwave oven on when it is empty.
Do not forget to reset the clock when you switch to and from summer and winter
time.
1. Press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
2. Turn the Multi Function Selector Dial to set time display
type. (12H or 24H)
3. Press the Multi Function Selector Dial to complete the
setup.
1. Press the Microwave button.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
(microwave mode)
2. Turn the Multi Function Selector Dial until the appropriate
power level is displayed.
At that time, press the Multi Function Selector Dial to set
the power level.
• If don’t set the power level within 5 seconds,
Automatically changes to the cooking time setting stage.
3. Set the cooking time by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
Result: The cooking time is displayed.
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ADJUSTING THE COOKING TIME
You can increase the cooking time by pressing the START/+30s button once for each
30 seconds to be added.
• Check how cooking is progressing at any time simply by opening the door
• Increase the remaining cooking time
To increase the cooking time of your food during cooking, press
the START/+30s button once for each 30 seconds that you
wish to add.
• Example: To add three minutes, press the START/+30s
button six times.
POWER LEVELS AND TIME VARIATIONS
The power level function enables you to adapt the amount of energy dissipated and thus
the time required to cook or reheat your food, according to its type and quantity.
You can choose between six power levels.
Power level
Percentage
Output
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
DEFROST
LOW
100 %
67 %
50 %
33 %
20 %
11 %
900 W
600 W
450 W
300 W
180 W
100 W
STOPPING THE COOKING
The cooking times given in recipes and in this booklet correspond to the specific power
level indicated.
If you select a...
Then the cooking time must be...
Higher power level
Lower power level
Decreased
Increased
Just turning Multi Function Selector Dial to adjust cooking
time.
• To increase cooking time, turn to right and to decrease
cooking time, turn to left.
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4. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: The oven light comes on and the turntable starts
rotating. Cooking starts and when it has finished.
• The oven beep and flash “End” 4 times.
The oven will then beep one time per minute.
You can stop cooking at any time so that you can:
• Check the food
• Turn the food over or stir it
• Leave it to stand
To stop the cooking...
Then...
Temporarily
Temporarily : Open the door or press the STOP/ECO
button once.
Result: Cooking stops.
To resume cooking, close the door again and press the
START/+30s button.
Completely : Press the STOP/ECO button once.
Result: Cooking stops.
If you wish to cancel the cooking settings, press the
STOP/ECO button again.
Completely
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SETTING THE ENERGY SAVE MODE
The oven has an energy save mode.
3. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning the
Multi Function Selector Dial.
Refer to the table on the following page for a description of
the various pre-programmed settings.
At that time, press the Multi Function Selector Dial to
select the type of food.
• Press the STOP/ECO button.
Result: Display off.
• To remove energy save mode, open the door or press the
STOP/ECO button and then display shows current time.
The oven is ready for use.
4. Select the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
Auto energy saving function
If you do not select any function when appliance is in the middle of setting or
operating with temporary stop condition, function is canceled and clock will be
displayed after 25 minutes.
Oven Lamp will be turned off after 5 minutes with door open condition.
5. Press the START/+30s button.
USING THE SLIM FRY COOK FEATURES
The 12 Slim Fry cook features include/provide pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level.
You can adjust the slim fry cook category by press the Slim Fry button.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
ALWAYS use microwave-safe and oven-proof cookware. Glass or ceramic dishes
are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the food evenly. ALWAYS use
oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as they will be very hot.
The following table presents the 12 Slim Fry auto programmes for frying. It contains its
quantities and appropriate instructions.
You will use less oil compared to frying with oil fryer, while you will get tasty results.
Programmes are running with a combination of convection, top heater and microwave
energy.
1. Press the Slim Fry button.
2. Select the category of food by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial and press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
1) Potatoes/Vegetables
2) Seafood
3) Chicken
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1. Potatoes/Vegetables
Code/Food
2. Seafood
Serving Size
300-350 g
450-500 g
1-2
Frozen Potato
Croquettes
1-3
Homemade
French Fries
200-250 g
300-350 g
300-350 g
450-500 g
1-4
Potato Wedges
200-250 g
300-350 g
400-450 g
1-5
Frozen Onion
Ring
1-6
Sliced
Courgettes
100-150 g
200-250 g
100-150 g
200-250 g
Instructions
Code/Food
Distribute frozen oven chips evenly on the
crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Turnover after beep sounds. Press start to
continue. (The oven keeps operating if you do
not turn over). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Distribute frozen potato croquettes evenly on
the crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Use hard to medium type of potatoes and wash
them. Peel potatoes and cut into sticks with a
thickness of 10 x 10 mm.
Soak in cold water (for 30 min.).
Dry them with a towel, weigh them and brush
with 5 g olive oil.
Distribute homemade fries evenly on the crusty
plate. Set plate on low rack.
Turnover after beep sounds. Press start to
continue. (The oven keeps operating if you do
not turn over). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Wash normal sized potatoes and cut them into
wedges. Brush with olive oil and spices.
Put them with the cut side on the crusty plate.
Set plate on high rack. Stand for 1-3 minutes.
Put frozen breaded onion rings or frozen
breaded squid rings evenly on the crusty plate.
Set plate on low rack. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Serving Size
2-1
Frozen Prawns
200-250 g
300-350 g
2-2
Fish Cutlets
200-250 g
300-350 g
2-3
Fried Squid
100-150 g
200-250 g
Instructions
Distribute frozen breaded prawns evenly on
the crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Distribute breaded fish cutlets evenly on the
crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Distribute breaded squid rings evenly on the
crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
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1-1
Frozen Oven
Chips
3. Chicken
Code/Food
Serving Size
Instructions
3-1
Frozen Chicken
Nuggets
200-250 g
300-350 g
3-2
Chicken
Drumsticks
200-250 g
300-350 g
400-450 g
3-3
Chicken Wings
200-250 g
300-350 g
Distribute frozen chicken nuggets evenly on
the crusty plate. Set plate on low rack.
Turnover after beep sounds. Press start to
continue. (The oven keeps operating if you do
not turn over). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Weigh drumsticks and brush with oil and
spices. Place them evenly on high rack.
Turnover after beep sounds, oven will stop
process. Press start to continue. Stand for
1-3 minutes.
Weigh chicken wings and brush with oil and
spices. Place them evenly on high rack.
Turnover after beep sounds, oven will stop
process. Press start to continue. Stand for
1-2 minutes.
Rinse and slice courgettes. Brush with 5 g
olive oil and add spices. Put slices evenly on
the crusty plate and set plate on high rack.
Turnover after beep sounds. Press start to
continue. (The oven keeps operating if you do
not turn over). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
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USING THE SENSOR COOK FEATURES
The 8 Sensor Cook features include/provide pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level.
You can adjust the Sensor Cook category by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial.
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Code/Food
Serving Size
Instructions
1
Drinks
150-250 g
2
Broccoli Florets
200-500 g
3
Sliced Carrots
200-500 g
4
Cauliflower
Florets
200-500 g
Pour the liquid (room-temperature) into
ceramic cup or mug. Reheat uncovered.
Place in the centre of turntable. Leave them
to stand in the oven. Stir drinks before and
after standing time. Be careful while taking
the cup out (see safety instructions for
liquids). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Rinse and clean fresh vegetables, such as
broccoli and prepare florets. Put them evenly
into a glass bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml water
(2-3 tbsp).
Put bowl in the centre of turntable.
Cook covered. Stir after cooking.
This programme is suitable for broccoli as
well as sliced courgette, egg plant, pumpkin
or pepper. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Rinse and clean fresh vegetables, such as
carrots and cut into round slices evenly. Put
them into a glass bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml
water (2-3 tbsp).
Put bowl in the centre of turntable.
Cook covered. Stir after cooking.
This programme is suitable for sliced carrots
as well as cauliflower florets or turnip
cabbage. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Rinse and clean fresh vegetables, such as
cauliflower florets and prepare florets. Put
them evenly into a glass bowl with lid. Add
30-45 ml water (2-3 tbsp).
Put bowl in the centre of turntable.
Cook covered. Stir after cooking.
This programme is suitable for broccoli as
well as sliced courgette, egg plant, pumpkin
or pepper. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Use only dishes that are microwave-safe.
1. Press the Sensor button.
2. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning
the Multi Function Selector Dial. Refer to the table
on the following page for a description of the various
pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the Multi
Function Selector Dial to select the type of food.
3. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: Cooking starts. When it has finished.
1) The oven beeps 4 times.
2) The end reminder signal will beep 3 times
(once every minute).
3) The current time is displayed again.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
If the inside temperature is over the 60 °C, cooling fan will operate for 3 minutes. You
can’t use Sensor button temporarily until oven get cool to a desired temperature for
sensor safe mode.
The following table presents 8 Sensor Cook programmes. It contains its recommended
weight range per item after cooking and appropriate instructions. In the beginning of the
programme the display shows the sensor period. After this period the cooking time and
power level is calculated automatically and the remaining cooking time will be displayed.
The cooking process is controlled by the sensor system for your convenience.
Use oven gloves while taking out!
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Utensils & Cover for sensor cooking
Serving Size
5
Jacket Potatoes
200-800 g
6
Boiling Pasta
100-300 g
7
Mini Ravioli
200-400 g
8
Chicken Pieces
200-500 g
Instructions
Rinse and clean potatoes, each 200 g.
Brush with olive oil and pierce skin with a
knife. Put in a circle on the turntable. Stand
for 2-3 minutes.
Use a large glass ovenware dish with lid.
Add hot boiling water of 4 times, a pinch
of salt and stir well. Cook uncovered. Stir
before standing time and drain thoroughly
afterwards. Stand for 1-3 minutes.
Put mini ravioli in a deep ceramic plate.
Put plate in the centre of turntable. Cover
with plastic lid. Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Brush chilled chicken pieces with oil and
spices. Put skin-side down on the low rack.
Turnover, as soon as the oven beeps. Push
start button to continue process. Stand for
2-3 minutes.
Auto sensor cooking instructions
The Auto Sensor allows you to cook your food automatically by detecting the amount of
gases generated from the food while cooking.
• When cooking food, many kinds of gases are generated.
The Auto Sensor determines the proper time and power level by detecting these
gases from the food, eliminating the need to set the cooking time and power level.
• When you cover a container with its lid or plastic wrap during Sensor Cooking, the
Auto Sensor will detect the gases generated after the container has been saturated
with steam.
• Shortly before cooking ends, the remaining cooking time will begin its count down.
This will be a good time for you to rotate or stir the food for even cooking if it is
necessary.
• Before auto sensor cooking food may be seasoned with herbs, spices or browning
sauces. A word of caution though, salt or sugar may cause burn spots on food so
these ingredients should be added after cooking.
• To obtain good cooking results with this function, follow the directions for selecting
appropriate containers and covers in the charts in this book.
• Always use microwave-safe containers and cover them with their lids or with plastic
wrap. When using plastic wrap, turn back one corner to allow steam to escape at the
proper rate.
• Always cover with the lid intended for the utensil being used. If the utensil does not
have its own lid, use plastic wrap.
• Fill containers at least half full.
• Foods that require stirring or rotating should be stirred or turned toward the end of
the Sensor Cook cycle, after the time has started to count down on the display.
04 OVEN USE
Code/Food
Important
• After installing the oven and plugging into an electrical outlet, do not unplug the
power cord. The gas sensor needs time to stabilize in order to cook satisfactorily.
• It is not advisable to use the auto sensor cooking feature on a continuous cooking
operation, i.e. one cooking operation immediately after another.
• Install the oven in a well ventilated location for proper cooling and airflow and to
ensure the sensor will operate accurately.
• To avoid poor results, do not use the Auto sensor when the room ambient
temperature is too high or too low.
• Do not use volatile detergent to clean your oven. Gas resulting from this detergent
may affect the sensor.
• Avoid placing the oven near high moisture or gas emitting appliances, since this will
interfere with the proper performance of the Auto Sensor.
• Always keep the inside of the oven clean. Wipe all spills with a damp cloth. This oven
is designed for household use only.
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USING THE HEALTHY COOKING FEATURES
The 15 Healthy Cooking features provide pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level.
You can adjust the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial.
The following table presents quantities and appropriate instructions about 15 Healthy
Cooking programmes. This is composed of Grain/Pasta(1), Vegetables(2) and Poultry/
Fish(3).
Use oven gloves when taking out food.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
1. Grain/Pasta
Open the door. Place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door.
Serving Size
Instructions
1-1
Brown Rice
Code/Food
150-200 g
200-250 g
1-2
Quinoa
150-200 g
200-250 g
1-3
Macaroni
100-150 g
200-250 g
Use a large glass ovenware dish with lid.
Add cold water of double quantity. Cook
covered.
Stir before standing time and add salt and
herbs. Stand for 5-10 minutes.
Use a large glass ovenware dish with
lid. Add cold water of double quantity.
Cook covered. Stir before standing time and
add salt and herbs. Stand for 1-3 minutes.
Use a large glass ovenware dish with lid.
Add hot boiling water of 4 times, a pinch
of salt and stir well. Cook uncovered.
Stir before standing time and drain thoroughly
afterwards. Stand for 1-3 minutes.
1. Press the Healthy Cooking button.
2. Select the category of food by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial and press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
1) Grain/Pasta
2) Vegetables
3) Poultry/Fish
3. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning
the Multi Function Selector Dial. Refer to the table
on the following page for a description of the various
pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the Multi
Function Selector Dial to select the type of food.
4. Select the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
5. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: The food is cooked according to the preprogrammed setting selected.
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
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2. Vegetables
Code/Food
2-1
Green Beans
3. Poultry/Fish
Instructions
200-250 g
300-350 g
Rinse and clean green beans. Put them
evenly into a glass bowl with lid. Add 30 ml
(2 tbsp) water when cooking for 200-250 g
and add 45 ml (3 tbsp) for 300-450 g.
Put bowl in the centre of turntable. Cook
covered. Stir after cooking. Stand for
1-2 minutes.
Rinse and clean spinach. Put into a glass
bowl with lid. Do not add water. Put bowl
in the centre of turntable. Cook covered.
Stir after cooking. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Wash and peel potatoes, cut into halves and
put into a glass bowl with lid. Add 15-30 ml
of water (1-2 tbsp). Stir after cooking. When
cooking higher quantities stir once during
cooking. Stand for 3-5 minutes.
Put the fresh potato gratin into a glass pyrex
dish. Put the dish on the low rack. Stand for
2-3 minutes.
Rinse and slice eggplants. Brush with oil and
spices. Put slices evenly on the high rack.
Turnover after beep sounds. Press start to
continue (The oven keeps operating if you do
not turnover). Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Rinse and clean tomatoes. Cut them
into halves and put in an ovenware dish.
Add grated cheese on top. Put dish on the
high rack. Stand for 1-2 minutes.
2-2
Spinach
100-150 g
200-250 g
2-3
Peeled Potatoes
300-350 g
400-450 g
500-550 g
2-4
Potatoes Gratin
400-450 g
800-850 g
2-5
Grilled Eggplants
100-150 g
200-250 g
2-6
Grilled Tomatoes
400-450 g
600-650 g
Serving Size
Instructions
3-1
Chicken Breasts
Code/Food
300-350 g
400-450 g
3-2
Turkey Breasts
300-350 g
400-450 g
3-3
Grilled Chicken
Breasts
3-4
Grilled Fish Fillets
300-350 g
400-450 g
Rinse chicken breast and put on a ceramic
plate. Cover with microwave cling film
and pierce film. Put dish on the turntable.
Stand for 2 minutes.
Rinse turkey breast and put on deep glass
ovenware dish. Cover with microwave cling
film and pierce film. Put dish on the turntable.
Stand for 2 minutes.
Rinse chicken breast, marinate and put them
on the high rack. Turnover as soon as the
beep sounds. Stand for 2 minutes.
3-5
Grilled Salmon
Steaks
3-6
Roast Fish
200-250 g
300-350 g
200-300 g
400-500 g
200-300 g
400-500 g
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Serving Size
Put fish fillets evenly on the high rack.
Turnover as soon as the beep sounds.
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Put fish steaks evenly on the high rack.
Turnover as soon as the beep sounds.
Stand for 2 minutes.
Brush skin of whole fish (trout or gilthead)
with oil and add herbs and spices. Put fish
side by side, head to tail on the high rack.
Turnover as soon as the beep sounds.
Stand for 3 minutes.
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USING THE DOUGH PROOF/YOGURT FEATURES
The 5 Dough Proof/Yogurt features include/provide pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level.
You can adjust the dough proof/yogurt category by turning the Multi Function Selector
Dial after press the Dough Proof/Yogurt button.
The following table presents how to use the auto programmes for rising yeast dough or
homemade yogurt.
1. Dough Proof
Code/Food
First, place the food in the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Serving Size
1-1
Pizza Dough
1-2
Cake Dough
1-3
Bread Dough
1. Press the Dough Proof/Yogurt button.
2. Select the Dough Proof or Yogurt and press the Multi
Function Selector Dial.
1) Dough proof
2) Yogurt
Put dough in suitable sized bowl and set on
the low rack. Cover with aluminium foil.
500-800 g
Put dough in suitable sized bowl and set on
the low rack. Cover with aluminium foil.
600-900 g
Put dough in suitable sized bowl and set on
the low rack. Cover with aluminium foil.
2. Homemade Yogurt
3. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning the
Multi Function Selector Dial. You have to choose the
number that you want to use for cooking by turning the
Multi Function Selector Dial.
Refer to the table on the following page for a description of
the various pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the
Multi Function Selector Dial to select the type of food.
Serving Size
Instructions
2-1
Small Cups
Code/Food
500 g
2-2
Large Bowl
500 g
Distribute 150 g natural yogurt into 5 ceramic
cups or small glass jars evenly (30 g each).
Add 100 ml milk into each cup. Use long-life
milk (room-temperature; 3,5 % fat). Cover
each with cling film and set in a circle on
turntable. After finish, keep 6 hours in a
refrigerator.
For the first time we recommend to use dried
yoghurt bacteria ferment.
Mix 150 g natural yogurt with 500 ml long-life
milk (room-temperature; 3,5 % fat). Pour
evenly into large glass bowl. Cover with cling
film and set on turntable. After finish, keep 6
hours in a refrigerator.
For the first time we recommend to use dried
yoghurt bacteria ferment.
4. Press the START/+30s button.
Turntable is not operating during yogurt cooking.
Instructions
300-500 g
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USING THE POWER DEFROST FEATURES
The Power Defrost features enable you to defrost meat, poultry, fish, bread, cake
and fruit. The defrost time and power level are set automatically. You simply select the
programme and the weight.
Use only containers that are microwave-safe.
1. Press the Power Defrost button.
2. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning
the Multi Function Selector Dial. Refer to the table
on the following page for a description of the various
pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the Multi
Function Selector Dial to select the type of food.
Code/Food
Serving Size
Instructions
1
Meat
200-1500 g
2
Poultry
200-1500 g
3
Fish
200-1500 g
Shield the edges with aluminium foil. Turn the meat
over, when the oven beeps. This programme is
suitable for beef, lamb, pork, steaks, chops, minced
meat. Stand for 20-90 minutes.
Shield the leg and wing tips with aluminium foil.
Turn the poultry over, when the oven beeps. This
programme is suitable for whole chicken as well as
for chicken portions. Stand for 20-90 minutes.
Shield the tail of a whole fish with aluminium foil.
Turn the fish over, when the oven beeps. This
programme is suitable for whole fishes as well as for
fish fillets. Stand for 20-80 minutes.
4
Bread/Cake
125-1000 g
5
Fruit
100-600 g
3. Select the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
4. Press the START/+30s button.
Result:
• Defrosting begins.
• The oven beeps through defrosting to
remind you to turn the food over.
5. Press the START/+30s button again to finish defrosting.
Result: When cooking has finished, the oven will beep
and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will then beep
one time per minute.
04 OVEN USE
Open the door. Place the frozen food on a ceramic in the centre of the turntable. Close
the door.
The following table presents the various Power Defrost programmes, quantities and
appropriate instructions. Remove all kind of package material before defrosting.
Place meat, poultry and fish on a flat glass plate or on a ceramic plate, arrange bread,
cake and fruit on kitchen paper.
Put bread horizontally on a piece of kitchen
paper and turn over, as soon as the oven beeps.
Place cake on a ceramic plate and if possible, turn
over, as soon as the oven beeps. (Oven keeps
operating and is stopped, when you open the door.)
This programme is suitable for all kinds of bread,
sliced or whole, as well as for bread rolls and
baguettes. Arrange bread rolls in a circle.
This programme is suitable for all kinds of yeast
cake, biscuit, cheese cake and puff pastry. It is not
suitable for short/crust pastry, fruit and cream cakes
as well as for cake with chocolate topping.
Stand for 10-60 minutes.
Spread fruits evenly into a flat glass dish.
This programme is suitable for all kind of fruits.
Stand for 5-20 minutes.
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USING THE AUTO REHEAT/COOK FEATURES
The 5 Auto Reheat/Cook features include/provide pre-programmed cooking times.
You do not need to set either the cooking times or the power level.
You can adjust the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial.
The following table presents quantities and appropriate instructions for auto reheat and
cook.
Use oven gloves when taking out food.
Use only recipients that are microwave-safe.
1. Auto Reheat
Open the door. Place the food in the centre of the turntable. Close the door.
1. Press the Auto Reheat/Cook button.
Code/Food
Serving Size
1-1
Ready Meal (Chilled)
300-350 g
400-450 g
1-2
Frozen Pizza
1-3
Frozen Lasagne
300-350 g
400-450 g
2. Turn the Multi Function Selector Dial to select Cook
category. (Auto Reheat or Auto Cook)
3. Select the Auto Reheat by pressing the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
4. Select the type of food that you are cooking by turning
the Multi Function Selector Dial. Refer to the table
on the following page for a description of the various
pre-programmed settings. At that time, press the Multi
Function Selector Dial to select the type of food.
400-450 g
600-650 g
Instructions
Put on a ceramic plate and cover with
microwave cling film. This programme
is suitable for meals consisting of
3 components (e.g. meat with sauce,
vegetables and a side dish like potatoes,
rice or pasta). Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Put frozen pizza on the low rack.
Put frozen lasagne into a suitable sized
ovenproof dish. Put dish on low rack.
Stand for 3-4 minutes.
2. Auto Cook
Code/Food
5. Select the size of the serving by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
2-1
Roast Chicken
6. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: The food is cooked according to the preprogrammed setting selected.
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
2-2
Muffins
Serving Size
Instructions
1100-1150 g
1200-1250 g
Brush chilled chicken with oil and spices.
Put breast-side-down, in the middle of
the low rack. Turnover, as soon as the
oven beeps. Push start button to continue
process. Stand for 5 minutes.
Pour dough into 6-8 paper or silicone
cups for muffins (each 45 g) and set
on low rack. Start programme (oven is
preheating). After beep sounds insert rack
with food.
250-300 g
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CONVECTION
This crusty plate allows you to brown food not only on the top with the grill, but also the
bottom of the food turns crispy and brown due to the high temperature of the crusty
plate. Several items which you can prepare on the crusty plate can be found in the chart
(see next page). The crusty plate can also be used for bacon, eggs, sausages, etc.
The convection mode enables you to cook food in the same way as in a traditional oven.
The microwave mode is not used. You can set the temperature, as required, in a range
varying from 40 °C to 200 °C. The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.
• Always use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as they will be
very hot.
• You can get better cooking and browning, if you use the low rack.
Check that the heating element is in the horizontal position. Open the door and place the
recipient on the low rack and set on turntable.
1. Place the crusty plate directly on the turntable and preheat it
with highest Microwave-Grill-Combination [600 W + Grill] by
following the times and instructions in the chart.
2. Brush the plate with oil if you are cooking food, such as
bacon and eggs, in order to brown the food nicely.
1. Press the Convection button.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
180 °C
3. Place the food on the crusty plate.
(convection mode)
(temperature)
4. Place the crusty plate on the metal rack (or turntable) in the
microwave.
2. Set the temperature by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
(Temperature : 40~200 °C, 10 °C interval)
• If don’t set the temperature within 5 seconds,
Automatically changes to the cooking time setting stage.
5. Select the appropriate cooking time and power.
(Refer to the table on the side)
3. Press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
Always use oven gloves to take out the crusty plate, as will become very hot.
Please note that the crusty plate has a teflon layer which is not scratch-resistant. Do
not use any sharp objects like a knife to cut on the crusty plate.
Do not place any objects on the crusty plate that are not heat-resistant.
Never place the crusty plate in the oven without turntable.
Clean the crusty plate with warm water and detergent and rinse off with clean water.
Do not use a scrubbing brush or a hard sponge otherwise the top layer will be
damaged.
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USING THE CRUSTY PLATE
4. Set the cooking time by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
(If you want to preheat the oven, select “ : 0”)
5. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: Cooking starts:
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
Please note that the crust plate is not dish washer-safe.
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GRILLING
COMBINING MICROWAVES AND GRILL
The grill enables you to heat and brown food quickly, without using microwaves.
• Always use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as they will be
very hot.
• You can get better cooking and grilling results, if you use the high rack.
You can also combine microwave cooking with the grill, to cook quickly and brown at the
same time.
ALWAYS use microwave-safe and oven-proof cookware. Glass or ceramic dishes
are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the food evenly.
ALWAYS use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as they will be
very hot.
You can improve cooking and grilling, if you use the high rack.
Open the door. Place the food on the rack best suited to the type of food to be cooked.
Place the rack on the turntable. Close the door.
1. Open the door and place the food on the rack.
2. Press the Grill button.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
(grill mode)
• You cannot set the temperature of the grill.
1. Press the Combi button.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
Cb - 1
3. Set the grilling time by turning the Multi Function Selector
Dial.
• The maximum grilling time is 60 minutes.
4. Press the START/+30s button.
Result: Grilling starts.
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
CHOOSING THE ACCESSORIES
Traditional convection cooking does require cookware.
You should, however, use only cookware that you would use in
your normal oven.
Microwave-safe containers are not usually suitable for
convection cooking; don’t use plastic containers, dishes, paper
cups, towels, etc.
If you wish to select a combined cooking mode (microwave and grill or convection), use
only recipients that are microwave-safe and oven-proof.
For further details on suitable cookware and utensils, refer to the Cookware Guide
on page 28-29.
(Microwave + Grill)
2. Make the display indicating Cb-1, and then press the Multi
Function Selector Dial.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
600 W
(microwave & grill combi mode)
(output power)
3. Select the appropriate power level by turning the Multi
Function Selector Dial until the corresponding output
power is displayed (600, 450, 300 W). At that time, press
the Multi Function Selector Dial to set the power level.
• You cannot set the temperature of the grill.
• If don’t set the temperature within 5 seconds,
Automatically changes to the cooking time setting stage.
4. Set the cooking time by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
• The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.
5. Press the START/+30s button.
Result:
• Combination cooking starts.
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
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COMBINING MICROWAVES AND CONVECTION
4. Select the appropriate temperature by turning the Multi
Function Selector Dial (Temperature : 200~40 °C). At that
time, press the Multi Function Selector Dial to set the
power level.
• If don’t set the temperature within 5 seconds,
Automatically changes to the cooking time setting stage.
ALWAYS use microwave-safe and oven-proof cookware. Glass or ceramic dishes
are ideal as they allow the microwaves to penetrate the food evenly.
ALWAYS use oven gloves when touching the recipients in the oven, as they will be
very hot.
You can get better cooking and browning, if you use the low rack.
Result:
600 W
180 °C
Open the door. Place the food on the turntable or on the low rack which should then be
placed on the turntable. Close the door. The heating element must be in the horizontal
position.
6. Press the START/+30s button.
Result:
• Combination cooking starts.
• The oven is heated to the required
temperature and then microwave cooking
continues until the cooking time is over.
• When cooking has finished, the oven will
beep and flash “End” 4 times. The oven will
then beep one time per minute.
(Microwave + Grill)
2. Make the display indicating Cb-2 (Microwave + Convection)
by turning the Multi Function Selector Dial, and then
press the Multi Function Selector Dial.
3. Select the appropriate power level by turning the Multi
Function Selector Dial until the corresponding output
power is displayed (600, 450, 300, 180, 100 W). At that
time, press the Multi Function Selector Dial to set the
power level.
• If don’t set the power level within 5 seconds,
Automatically changes to the cooking time setting stage.
(Default : 180 °C )
(microwave & convection combi
mode)
(output power)
(temperature)
5. Set the cooking time by turning the Multi Function
Selector Dial.
• The maximum cooking time is 60 minutes.
1. Press the Combi button.
Result: The following indications are displayed:
Cb - 1
The following indications are displayed:
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Combination cooking uses both microwave energy and convection heating. No
preheating is required as the microwave energy is immediately available.
Many foods can be cooked in combination mode, particularly:
• Roast meats and poultry
• Pies and cakes
• Egg and cheese dishes
SWITCHING THE BEEPER OFF
You can switch the beeper off whenever you want.
1. Press the START/+30s and STOP/ECO button at the same
time.
Result: The oven does not beep to indicate the end of a
function.
2. To switch the beeper back on, press the START/+30s and
STOP/ECO button again at the same time.
Result: The oven operates normally.
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cookware guide
USING THE CHILD LOCK FEATURES
Your microwave oven is fitted with a special child lock programme, which enables
the oven to be “locked” so that children or anyone unfamiliar with it cannot operate it
accidentally.
To cook food in the microwave oven, the microwaves must be able to penetrate the food,
without being reflected or absorbed by the dish used.
Care must therefore be taken when choosing the cookware. If the cookware is marked
microwave-safe, you do not need to worry.
The following table lists various types of cookware and indicates whether and how they
should be used in a microwave oven.
1. Press the Child Lock button for 3 second.
Result:
• The oven is locked (no functions can be
selected).
• The display shows “L”.
Cookware
2. To unlock the oven, press the Child Lock button for
3 second.
Result: The oven can be used normally.
USING THE TURNTABLE ON/OFF FEATURES
The Turntable On/Off button enables you to use large dishes which fill the whole oven
by stopping the turntable from rotating (only manual cooking mode).
The results will be less satisfactory in this case as the cooking is less even.
We recommend that you turn the dish by hand halfway through the cooking
process.
WARNING
Never operate the turntable without food in the oven.
Reason: This may cause fire or damage to the unit.
1. Press the Turntable On/Off button.
Result: The turntable will not rotate.
2. To switch the turntable rotating back on, press the
Turntable On/Off button again.
Result: The turntable will rotate.
Microwavesafe
Aluminum foil
✓✗
Crust plate
China and
earthenware
✓
✓
Disposable
polyester
cardboard dishes
Fast-food
packaging
✓
• Polystyrene cups
containers
• Paper bags or
newspaper
• Recycled paper
or metal trims
✓
Comments
Can be used in small quantities to protect
areas against overcooking. Arcing can occur
if the foil is too close to the oven wall or if
too much foil is used.
Do not preheat for more than 8 minutes.
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware
and bone china are usually suitable, unless
decorated with a metal trim.
Some frozen foods are packaged in these
dishes.
✗
Can be used to warm food. Overheating
may cause the polystyrene to melt.
May catch fire.
✗
May cause arcing.
This Turntable On/Off button is available only during cooking.
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Microwavesafe
Comments
• Oven-totableware
✓
Can be used, unless decorated with a metal
trim.
• Fine glassware
✓
• Glass jars
✓
Can be used to warm foods or liquids.
Delicate glass may break or crack if heated
suddenly.
Must remove the lid. Suitable for warming
only.
Cookware
MICROWAVES
Glassware
• Dishes
✗
• Freezer bag twist
ties
✗
May cause arcing or fire.
✓
For short cooking times and warming.
Also to absorb excess moisture.
✗
May cause arcing.
✓
Particularly if heat-resistant thermoplastic.
Some other plastics may warp or discolour
at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine
plastic.
Can be used to retain moisture. Should not
touch the food. Take care when removing
the film as hot steam will escape.
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be
airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary.
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent
spattering.
Plastic
• Containers
• Cling film
✓
• Freezer bags
✓✗
Wax or greaseproof paper
✓
✓
: Recommended
✓✗
: Use caution
✗
Cookware for microwave cooking:
Cookware must allow microwave energy to pass through it for maximum efficiency.
Microwaves are reflected by metal, such as stainless steel, aluminium and copper, but
they can penetrate through ceramic, glass, porcelain and plastic as well as paper and
wood. So food must never be cooked in metal containers.
Food suitable for microwave cooking:
Many kinds of food are suitable for microwave cooking, including fresh or frozen
vegetables, fruit, pasta, rice, grains, beans, fish, and meat. Sauces, custard, soups,
steamed puddings, preserves, and chutneys can also be cooked in a microwave oven.
Generally speaking, microwave cooking is ideal for any food that would normally be
prepared on a hob. Melting butter or chocolate, for example (see the chapter with tips,
techniques and hints).
Paper
• Plates, cups,
napkins and
kitchen paper
• Recycled paper
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Metal
Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by its water, fat and
sugar content.
The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid movement of
these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.
Covering during cooking
To cover the food during cooking is very important, as the evaporated water rises as
steam and contributes to cooking process. Food can be covered in different ways: e.g.
with a ceramic plate, plastic cover or microwave suitable cling film.
Standing times
After cooking is over food the standing time is important to allow the temperature to even
out within the food.
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Cooking Guide for frozen vegetables
Cooking Guide for fresh vegetables
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for the minimum time – see table.
Continue cooking to get the result you prefer.
Stir twice during cooking and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking.
Cover during standing time.
Use a suitable glass pyrex bowl with lid. Add 30-45 ml cold water (2-3 tbsp) for every
250 g unless another water quantity is recommended – see table. Cook covered for the
minimum time – see table. Continue cooking to get the result you prefer. Stir once during
and once after cooking. Add salt, herbs or butter after cooking. Cover during a standing
time of 3 minutes.
Hint:
Cut the fresh vegetables into even sized pieces. The smaller they are cut,
the quicker they will cook.
Food
Spinach
Broccoli
Peas
Green Beans
Portion
Power
Time (min.)
150 g
600 W
5-6
Instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
300 g
600 W
8-9
Instructions
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
300 g
600 W
7-8
Instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
300 g
600 W
7½-8½
Instructions
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
300 g
600 W
7-8
Instructions
Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Mixed
Vegetables
(Carrots/Peas/
Corn)
300 g
600 W
7½-8½
Mixed
Vegetables
Instructions
(Chinese style) Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) cold water. Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
Food
Broccoli
Brussels
Sprouts
Carrots
Cauliflower
Courgettes
Egg plants
Portion
Power
Time (min.)
250 g
900 W
4½-5
500 g
7-8
Instructions
Prepare even sized florets. Arrange the stems to the centre. Serve
after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
6-6½
Instructions
Add 60-75 ml (5-6 tbsp) water. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
4½-5
Instructions
Cut carrots into even sized slices. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
5-5½
500 g
7½-8½
Instructions
Prepare even sized florets. Cut big florets into halves. Arrange
stems to the centre. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
4-4½
Instructions
Cut courgettes into slices. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water or a knob of
butter. Cook until just tender. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
3½-4
Instructions
Cut egg plants into small slices and sprinkle with 1 tbsp lemon
juice. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
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Cooking Guide for rice and pasta
Food
Leeks
Onions
Pepper
Potatoes
Turnip
Cabbage
Power
Rice:
Time (min.)
250 g
900 W
4-4½
Instructions
Cut leeks into thick slices. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
125 g
900 W
1½-2
250 g
2½-3
Instructions
Prepare small whole or sliced mushrooms. Do not add any water.
Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spice with salt and pepper. Drain before
serving. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
5-5½
Instructions
Cut onions into slices or halves. Add only 15 ml (1 tbsp) water.
Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
4½-5
Instructions
Cut pepper into small slices.
250 g
900 W
4-5
500 g
7-8
Instructions
Weigh the peeled potatoes and cut them into similar sized halves
or quarters. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
5½-6
Instructions
Cut turnip cabbage into small cubes. Serve after 3 minutes
standing.
Pasta:
Use a large glass pyrex bowl with lid - rice doubles in volume during
cooking. Cook covered.
After the cooking time is over, stir before standing time and salt or add
herbs and butter.
Remark: the rice may not have absorbed all water after the cooking time
is finished.
Use a large glass pyrex bowl. Add boiling water, a pinch of salt and stir
well. Cook uncovered.
Stir occasionally during and after cooking. Cover during standing time
and drain thoroughly afterwards.
Food
White Rice
(Parboiled)
Brown Rice
(Parboiled)
Mixed Rice
(Rice + Wild
rice)
Mixed Corn
(Rice + Grain)
Pasta
Portion
Power
Time (min.)
250 g
900 W
15-16
375 g
17½-18½
Instructions
Add cold water of double quantity. Serve after 5 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
20-21
375 g
22-23
Instructions
Add cold water of double quantity. Serve after 5 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
16-17
Instructions
Add 500 ml cold water. Serve after 5 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
17-18
Instructions
Add 400 ml cold water. Serve after 5 minutes standing.
250 g
900 W
10-11
Instructions
Add 1000 ml hot water. Serve after 5 minutes standing.
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Mushrooms
Portion
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REHEATING
REHEATING BABY FOOD
Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional ovens
hobs normally take.
Use the power levels and reheating times in the following chart as a guide. The times in
the chart consider liquids with a room temperature of about +18 to +20 °C or a chilled
food with a temperature of about +5 to +7 °C.
BABY FOOD:
Empty into a deep ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir well after reheating! Let stand
for 2-3 minutes before serving. Stir again and check the temperature. Recommended
serving temperature: between 30-40 °C.
Arranging and covering
Avoid reheating large items such as joint of meat - they tend to overcook and dry out
before the centre is piping hot. Reheating small pieces will be more successful.
Power levels and stirring
Some foods can be reheated using 900 W power while others should be reheated using
600 W, 450 W or even 300 W.
Check the tables for guidance.
In general, it is better to reheat food using a lower power level, if the food is delicate, in
large quantities, or if it is likely to heat up very quickly (mince pies, for example).
Stir well or turn food over during reheating for best results. When possible, stir again
before serving.
Take particular care when heating liquids and baby foods. To prevent eruptive boiling
of liquids and possible scalding, stir before, during and after heating. Keep them in the
microwave oven during standing time. We recommend putting a plastic spoon or glass
stick into the liquids. Avoid overheating (and therefore spoiling) the food. It is preferable to
underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time, if necessary.
Heating and standing times
When reheating food for the first time, it is helpful to make a note of the time taken - for
future reference.
Always make sure that the reheated food is piping hot throughout.
Allow food to stand for a short time after reheating - to let the temperature even out.
The recommended standing time after reheating is 2-4 minutes, unless another time is
recommended in the chart.
Take particular care when heating liquids and baby food. See also the chapter with the
safety precautions.
BABY MILK:
Pour milk into a sterilised glass bottle. Reheat uncovered. Never heat a baby’s bottle with
teat on, as the bottle may explode if overheated. Shake well before standing time and
again before serving ! Always carefully check the temperature of baby milk or food before
giving it to the baby. Recommended serving temperature: ca. 37 °C.
REMARK:
Baby food particularly needs to be checked carefully before serving to prevent burns.
Use the power levels and times in the next table as a guide lines for reheating.
Reheating Liquids and Food
Use the power levels and times in this table as a guide lines for reheating.
Food
Drinks (Coffee,
Tea and Water)
Soup (Chilled)
REHEATING LIQUIDS
Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been switched off
to allow the temperature to even out. Stir during heating, if necessary, and ALWAYS stir
after heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and possible scalding, you should put a spoon
or glass stick into the beverages and stir before, during and after heating.
Portion
Power
Time (min.)
150 ml (1 cup)
900 W
1-1½
300 ml (2 cups)
2-2½
450 ml (3 cups)
3-3½
600 ml (4 cups)
3½-4
Instructions
Pour into cups and reheat uncovered: 1 cup in the centre, 2 cups
opposite of each other, 3 cups in a circle. Keep in microwave
oven during standing time and stir well. Serve after 1-2 minutes
standing.
250 g
900 W
2½-3
350 g
3-3½
450 g
3½-4
550 g
4½-5
Instructions
Pour into a deep ceramic plate or deep ceramic bowl. Cover with
plastic lid. Stir well after reheating. Stir again before serving.
Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
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Reheating Baby Food and Milk
Food
Portion
Power
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for reheating.
Time (min.)
Food
Stew (Chilled)
Baby Food
(Vegetables +
Meat)
Baby Porridge
(Grain + Milk +
Fruit)
Baby Milk
Portion
Power
Time
190 g
600 W
30 sec.
Instructions
Empty into ceramic deep plate. Cook covered. Stir after cooking
time. Before serving, stir well and check the temperature carefully.
Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
190 g
600 W
20 sec.
Instructions
Empty into ceramic deep plate. Cook covered. Stir after cooking
time. Before serving, stir well and check the temperature carefully.
Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
100 ml
300 W
30-40 sec.
200 ml
1 min. to 1 min.
10 sec.
Instructions
Stir or shake well and pour into a sterilized glass bottle. Place into
the centre of turntable. Cook uncovered. Before serving, shake
well and check the temperature carefully. Serve after 2-3 minutes
standing.
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350 g
600 W
4½-5½
Instructions
Put stew in a deep ceramic plate. Cover with plastic lid. Stir
occasionally during reheating and again before standing and
serving.
Serve after 2-3 minutes standing.
350 g
600 W
3½-4½
Pasta with
Sauce (Chilled) Instructions
Put pasta (e.g. spaghetti or egg noodles) on a flat ceramic plate.
Cover with microwave cling film. Stir before serving.
Serve after 3 minutes standing.
350 g
600 W
4-5
Filled Pasta
with Sauce
Instructions
(Chilled)
Put filled pasta (e.g. ravioli, tortellini) in a deep ceramic plate.
Cover with plastic lid. Stir occasionally during reheating and again
before standing and serving. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
350 g
600 W
4½-5
Plated Meal
450 g
5½-6½
(Chilled)
Instructions
Plate a meal of 2-3 chilled components on a ceramic dish. Cover
with microwave cling-film. Serve after 3 minutes standing.
400 g
600 W
6-7
Cheese Fondue
Ready-To-Serve Instructions
(Chilled)
Put the ready-to-serve cheese fondue in a suitable sized glass
pyrex bowl with lid. Stir occasionally during and after reheating.
Stir well before serving. Serve after 1-2 minutes standing.
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DEFROSTING
Microwaves are an excellent way of defrosting frozen food. Microwaves gently defrost
frozen food in a short period of time. This can be of great advantage, if unexpected
guests suddenly show up.
Frozen poultry must be thoroughly thawed before cooking. Remove any metal ties and
take it out of any wrapping to allow thawed liquid to drain away.
Put the frozen food on a dish without cover. Turn over half way, drain off any liquid and
remove any giblets as soon as possible. Check the food occasionally to make sure that it
does not feel warm.
If smaller and thinner parts of the frozen food start to warm up, they can be shield by
wrapping very small strips of aluminium foil around them during defrosting.
Should poultry start to warm up on the outer surface, stop thawing and allow it to stand
for 20 minutes before continuing.
Leave the fish, meat and poultry to stand in order to complete defrosting. The standing
time for complete defrosting will vary depending on the quantity defrosted. Please refer to
the table below.
Hint:
Flat food defrosts better than thick and smaller quantities need less time
than bigger ones. Remember this hint while freezing and defrosting food.
For defrosting of frozen food with a temperature of about -18 to -20 °C, use the following
table as a guide.
Food
Meat
Minced Meat
Pork Steaks
Portion
250 g
500 g
Power
180 W
Food
Poultry
Chicken Pieces
Whole Chicken
Fish
Fish Fillets
Whole Fish
Time (min.)
6-7
8-13
250 g
180 W
7-8
Instructions
Place the meat on turntable. Shield thinner edges with
aluminium foil. Turn over after half of defrosting time!
Serve after 15-30 minutes standing.
Fruits
Berries
Bread
Bread Rolls
(Each ca. 50 g)
Toast/Sandwich
Portion
Power
Time (min.)
500 g (2 pcs)
180 W
14-15
1200 g
180 W
32-34
Instructions
First, put chicken pieces first skin-side down, whole chicken
first breast-side-down on a flat ceramic plate. Shield the
thinner parts like wings and ends with aluminium foil. Turn
over after half of defrosting time!
Serve after 15-60 minutes standing.
200 g
180 W
6-7
400 g
180 W
11-13
Instructions
Put frozen fish in the middle of a flat ceramic plate. Arrange
the thinner parts under the thicker parts. Shield narrow ends
of fillets and tail of whole fish with aluminium foil. Turn over
after half of defrosting time!
Serve after 10-25 minutes standing.
300 g
180 W
6-7
Instructions
Spread fruit on a flat, round glass dish (with a large diameter).
Serve after 5-10 minutes standing.
2 pcs
4 pcs
180 W
1-1½
2½-3
250 g
180 W
4-4½
Instructions
Arrange rolls in a circle or bread horizontally on kitchen paper
in the middle of turntable. Turn over after half of defrosting
time! Serve after 5-20 minutes standing.
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GRILL
Grill Guide for Fresh Food
The grill-heating element is located underneath the ceiling of the cavity. It operates while
the door is closed and the turntable is rotating. The turntable’s rotation makes the food
brown more evenly. Preheating the grill for 3-5 minutes will make the food brown more
quickly.
Preheat the grill with the grill-function for 2-3 minutes.
Use the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for grilling.
Use oven gloves when taking out.
Food suitable for grilling:
Chops, sausages, steaks, hamburgers, bacon and gammon rashers, thin fish portions,
sandwiches and all kinds of toast with toppings.
Important remark:
Whenever the grill only mode is used, please remember that food must be placed on the
high rack, unless another instruction is recommended.
MICROWAVE + GRILL
This cooking mode combines the radiant heat that is coming from the grill with the speed
of microwave cooking. It operates only while the door is closed and the turntable is
rotating. Due to the rotation of the turntable, the food browns evenly. Three combination
modes are available with this model:
600 W + Grill, 450 W + Grill and 300 W + Grill.
Cookware for cooking with microwave + grill
Please use cookware that microwaves can pass through. Cookware should be
flameproof. Do not use metal cookware with combination mode. Do not use any type of
plastic cookware, as it can melt.
Food suitable for microwave + grill cooking:
Food suitable for combination mode cooking include all kinds of cooked food which
need reheating and browning (e.g. baked pasta), as well as foods which require a short
cooking time to brown the top of the food. Also, this mode can be used for thick food
portions that benefit from a browned and crispy top (e.g. chicken pieces, turning them
over half way through cooking). Please refer to the grill table for further details.
Important remark:
Whenever the combination mode (microwave + grill) is used, the food should be placed
on the high rack, unless another instruction is recommended. Please refer to the
instructions in the following chart.
The food must be turned over, if it is to be browned on both sides.
Fresh food
Toast Slices
Grilled
Tomatoes
TomatoCheese Toast
Toast Hawaii
(Ham,
Pineapple,
Cheese slices)
Baked
Potatoes
Gratin
Potatoes/
Vegetables
(Chilled)
Portion
Power
1 step (min.)
2 step (min.)
4 pcs
Grill only
3-4
2-3
(each 25 g)
Instructions
Put toast slices side by side on the high rack.
400 g (2 pcs)
300 W + Grill
5-6
Instructions
Cut tomatoes into halves. Put some cheese on top. Arrange in a
circle in a flat glass pyrex dish. Place it on the high rack. Stand for
2-3 minutes.
4 pcs (300 g)
300 W + Grill
4-5
Instructions
Toast the bread slices first. Put the toast with topping on the high
rack. Stand for 2-3 minutes.
4 pcs (500 g)
300 W + Grill
5-6
Instructions
Toast the bread slices first. Put the toast with topping on the high
rack. Stand for 2-3 minutes.
500 g
600 W + Grill
7-8
Instructions
Cut potatoes into halves. Put them in a circle on the high rack with
the cut side to the grill.
450 g
450 W + Grill
9-11
Instructions
Put the fresh gratin into a small glass pyrex dish. Put the dish on
the high rack. After cooking stand for 2-3 minutes.
(continued)
06 COOKING GUIDE
Cookware for grilling:
Should be flameproof and may include metal. Do not use any type of plastic cookware,
as it can melt.
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CONVECTION
Fresh food
Baked Apples
Chicken
Pieces
Roast Chicken
Roast Fish
Portion
Power
1 step (min.)
2 step (min.)
2 apples
300 W + Grill
7-8
(ca. 400 g)
Instructions
Core the apples and fill them with raisins and jam. Put some
almond slices on top. Put apples on a flat glass pyrex dish. Place
the dish directly on the low rack.
500 g (2 pcs)
300 W + Grill
8-10
6-8
Instructions
Brush chicken pieces with oil and spices. Put them in a circle on
the high rack. After grilling stand for 2-3 minutes.
1200 g
450 W + Grill
18-19
17
Instructions
Brush the chicken oil and spices. Put the chicken on the low rack.
After grilling stand for 5 minutes.
400-500 g
300 W + Grill
5-7
5½-6½
Instructions
Brush skin of whole fish with oil and add herbs and spices. Put two
fishes side by side (head to tail) on the high rack. After grilling stand
for 2-3 minutes.
Cooking with convection is the traditional and well known method of cooking food in a
traditional oven with hot air.
The heating element and the fan position is at the back-wall, so that the hot air is
circulating. This mode is supported by the top heating element.
Cookware for convection cooking:
All conventional ovenproof cookware, baking tins and sheets – anything you would
normally use in a traditional convection oven – can be used.
Food suitable for convection cooking:
All biscuits, individual scones, rolls and cakes should be made by this mode as well as
rich fruit cakes, choux pastry and soufflés.
MICROWAVE + CONVECTION
This mode combines the microwave energy with the hot air and is therefore reducing the
cooking time while giving the food a brown and crispy surface.
Cooking with convection is the traditional and well known method of cooking food in an
oven with hot air circulated by a fan on the back-wall.
Cookware for cooking with microwaves + convection:
Should be able to let the microwaves pass through. Should be ovenproof (like glass,
pottery or china without metal trims); similar to the cookware described under Microwave
+ Grill.
Food suitable for Microwave + Convection cooking:
All kinds of meats and poultry as well as casseroles and gratin dishes, sponge cakes and
light fruit cakes, pies and crumbles, roast vegetables, scones and breads.
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Convection Guide for fresh and frozen food
Preheat the convection with the auto pre-heat function to the desired temperature. Use
the power levels and times in this table as guide lines for convection cooking. Use oven
gloves when taking out.
PIZZA
Frozen Pizza
(Ready baked)
Portion
Power
300 g
1 step 300 W + 200 °C
2 step Grill
1 step
(min.)
2 step
(min.)
11-12
2-3
Instructions
Place the pizza on the low rack.
After baking stand for 2-3 minutes.
PASTA
Frozen Lasagne
400 g
1 step 450 W + 200 °C
2 step Convt. 200 °C
15-16
5-6
Instructions
Put into a suitable sized glass pyrex dish or leave in the original
packaging (take care that this is suitable for microwaves and oven
heat). Put frozen pasta gratin on the low rack. After cooking stand
for 2-3 minutes.
MEAT
Roast Beef/
Roast Lamb
(Medium)
Roast Chicken
1200-1300 g
600 W + 180 °C
20-23
10-13
Instructions
Brush beef/ lamb with oil and spice it with pepper, salt and
paprika. Put it on the low rack, first with the fat side down. After
cooking wrap in aluminium foil and stand for 10-15 minutes.
1000-1100 g
450 W + 200 °C
20-22
20
Instructions
Brush chicken with oil and spices. Put chicken first breast side
down, second side breast side up on the low rack. Stand for
5 minutes.
BREAD
Fresh Bread
Rolls
Garlic Bread
(Chilled,
Prebaked)
CAKE
Marble Cake
(Fresh Dough)
Small Cakes
(Fresh Dough)
Cookies
(Fresh Dough)
Frozen Cake
Portion
Power
1 step
(min.)
2 step
(min.)
6 pcs (350 g)
100 W + 180 °C
8-10
Instructions
Put bread rolls in a circle on the low rack. Stand for 2-3 minutes.
200 g (1 pc)
180 W + 200 °C
8-10
Instructions
Put the chilled baguette on baking paper on the low rack. After
baking stand for 2-3 minutes.
500 g
Only 180 °C
38-43
Instructions
Put the fresh dough in a small rectangular black metal baking dish
(length 25 cm). Put the cake on the low rack. After baking stand
for 5-10 minutes.
10 x 28 g
Only 160 °C
26-28
Instructions
Fill the fresh dough evenly in paper cups and set on baking tray
on the low rack.
After baking stand for 5 minutes.
200-250 g
Only 200 °C
15-20
Instructions
Put the chilled croissants on baking paper on the low rack.
1000 g
180 W + 180 °C
18-20
Instructions
Put the frozen cake directly on the low rack. After defrost and
warming stand for 15-20 minutes.
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Fresh food
Fresh food
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troubleshooting and error code
TIPS AND TRICKS
MELTING BUTTER
Put 50 g butter into a small deep glass dish. Cover with plastic lid.
Heat for 30-40 seconds using 900 W, until butter is melted.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have any of the problems listed below try the solutions given.
MELTING CHOCOLATE
Put 100 g chocolate into a small deep glass dish.
Heat for 3-5 minutes, using 450 W until chocolate is melted.
Stir once or twice during melting. Use oven gloves while taking out!
This is normal.
• Condensation inside the oven.
• Air flow around the door and outer casing.
• Light reflection around the door and outer casing.
• Steam escaping from around the door or vents.
MELTING CRYSTALLIZED HONEY
Put 20 g crystallized honey into a small deep glass dish.
Heat for 20-30 seconds using 300 W, until honey is melted.
The oven does not start when you press the START/+30s button.
• Is the door completely closed?
MELTING GELATINE
Lay dry gelatine sheets (10 g) for 5 minutes into cold water.
Put drained gelatine into a small glass pyrex bowl.
Heat for 1 minute using 300 W. Stir after melting.
COOKING GLAZE/ICING (FOR CAKE AND GATEAUX)
Mix instant glaze (approximately 14 g) with 40 g sugar and 250 ml cold water. Cook
uncovered in a glass pyrex bowl for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 900 W, until glaze/icing is
transparent. Stir twice during cooking.
COOKING JAM
Put 600 g fruits (for example mixed berries) in a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid.
Add 300 g preserving sugar and stir well.
Cook covered for 10-12 minutes using 900 W.
Stir several times during cooking. Empty directly into small jam glasses with twist-off lids.
Stand on lid for 5 minutes.
COOKING PUDDING
Mix pudding powder with sugar and milk (500 ml) by following the manufacturers
instructions and stir well. Use a suitable sized glass pyrex bowl with lid. Cook covered for
6½ to 7½ minutes using 900 W.
Stir several times well during cooking.
BROWNING ALMOND SLICES
Spread 30 g sliced almonds evenly on a medium sized ceramic plate.
Stir several times during browning for 3½ to 4½ minutes using 600 W.
Let it stand for 2-3 minutes in the oven. Use oven gloves while taking out!
The food is not cooked at all.
• Have you set the timer correctly and/or pressed the START/+30s button?
• Is the door closed?
• Have you overloaded the electric circuit and caused a fuse to blow or a breaker to be
triggered?
The food is either overcooked or undercooked.
• Was the appropriate cooking length set for the type of food?
• Was an appropriate power level chosen?
The light bulb is not working.
• The Light bulb should not be replaced in person for safety reasons. Please contact
nearest authorised Samsung customer care, to arrange for a qualified engineer to
replace the bulb.
The oven causes interference with radios or televisions.
• Slight interference may be observed on televisions or radios when the oven
is operating. This is normal. To solve this problem, install the oven away from
televisions, radios and aerials.
• If interference is detected by the oven’s microprocessor, the display may be reset.
To solve this problem, disconnect the power plug and reconnect it. Reset the time.
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technical specifications
Sparking and cracking occur inside the oven (arcing).
• Have you used a dish with metal trimmings?
• Have you left a fork or other metal utensil inside the oven?
• Is aluminum foil too close to the inside walls?
SAMSUNG strives to improve its products at all times. Both the design specifications and
these user instructions are thus subject to change without notice.
If the above guidelines do not enable you to solve the problem, then contact your
local SAMSUNG customer service centre.
Please have the following information read;
• The model and serial numbers, normally printed on the rear of the oven
• Your warranty details
• A clear description of the problem
Then contact your local dealer or SAMSUNG aftersales service.
ERROR CODE
“SE” message indicates.
• Clean the keys and check if there is water on the surface around key. Turn off the
microwave oven and try setting again. If it occurs again, call your local SAMSUNG
Customer Care Centre.
“E-12” message indicates.
• The “E-12” message is Gas Sensor Short. This error may occur because of the high
humidity in the cavity when you operate the microwave oven once again shortly
after the previous operation of microwave oven for some food is finished. In this
case, because there is a possibility that the Gas Sensor is not out of order turn off
the microwave oven and try setting again. If this error occurs again, call your local
SAMSUNG Customer Care Centre.
Model
MC28H5135**
Power source
230 V ~ 50 Hz AC
Power consumption
Maximum power
Microwave
Grill (heating element)
Convection (heating element)
2900 W
1400 W
1500 W
Max. 2100 W
Output power
100 W / 900 W - 6 levels (IEC-705)
Operating frequency
2450 MHz
Dimensions (W x D x H)
Outside
Oven cavity
517 x 475.6 x 310 mm
358 x 327 x 235.5 mm
Volume
28 liter
Weight
Net
17.8 kg approx.
07 TROUBLESHOOTING & TECHNICAL SPEC
Smoke and bad smell when initial operating.
• It’s a temporary condition by new component heating. Smoke and smell will
disappear completely after 10 minutes operation.
To remove smell more quickly, please operate microwave oven with putting lemon
formation or lemon juice in the cabinet.
“E-24” message indicates.
• Before the microwave can overheat, the “E-24” message appears on the display. If
the “E-24” message appears, press the Stop/Eco key to utilize the initialization mode.
After the oven cools, try operating the oven. If the “E-24” message appears again,
contact your local Samsung Customer Care Centre.
For any codes not listed above, or if the suggested solution does not solve the
problem, contact your local SAMSUNG Customer Care Centre.
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