Miele H 4170 Operating Instructions Manual
Miele H 4170 Operating Instructions Manual

Miele H 4170 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

Pyrolytic ovens
H 4170, H 4270
G
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these operating instructions
before it is installed or used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 06 234 920

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Pyrolytic ovens H 4170, H 4270 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 06 234 920...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Description of the oven systems ........
  • Page 3 Oven interior ........... . . 52 Pyrolytic cleaning of the oven interior....... . 52 To remove the oven door .
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance H 4170 BP, H 4270 BP Control panel a Function selector b Clock/timer with O, Q and P buttons c Temperature selector d Temperature indicator light y Oven interior e Door contact switch, Door lock for pyrolytic operation...
  • Page 5: Features

    – Settings can be customised Cooling system As soon as the oven is switched on, a cooling fan is automatically engaged. The cooling fan mixes hot air from the oven cavity with cool room air before...
  • Page 6: Energy Efficiency Rating According To En 50304

    Vented oven door The oven door is made up of a total of four panels. There is an opening at the top and bottom of these. During operation cool air is passed through the oven door to keep the outer panel cool and safe to touch.
  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories The following accessories are supplied with this oven. These and other accessories are also available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele Dealer. See "Extra accessories" further on in this booklet for more details. Baking tray, grill pan and rack...
  • Page 8: Anti-Splash Tray

    The juices from the food being cooked collect under the anti-splash tray. This prevents them from spitting and making the oven dirty. The juices can then be used for making gravy and sauces. Handle (depending on model) The handle makes it easier to take the baking tray, grill pan and rack out of the oven, or to put them into it.
  • Page 9: Caring For The Environment

    Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
  • Page 10: Warning And Safety Instructions

    If allowing older children to use the appliance without supervision, please ensure that they are aware of how the oven works and understand the dangers of improper use. Technical safety Before connecting the appliance to...
  • Page 11 When working with "Conventional" heating or when grilling, the element in the roof of the oven and the roof liner become very hot, and there is a danger of being burnt. The oven door gets much hotter during pyrolytic operation than during normal use.
  • Page 12 Do not push pots and pans around on the oven floor, as this could damage the surface. Do not lean or sit on an open oven door, or place heavy items on it. This could damage the appliance. The oven door can support a maximum load of 15 kg.
  • Page 13: General Notes

    Do not use the oven to heat up the room. Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the oven could catch fire.
  • Page 14 Alcohol should be burnt off before the dish is placed in the oven to avoid this danger. In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation...
  • Page 15: Safety Feature

    At the end of the programme it will not be unlocked until the temperature inside the oven has dropped to below 280 °C. Safety feature If the Pyrolytic . cleaning programme...
  • Page 16: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Depending on model, the oven is supplied with the controls pushed in. They have to be released before the oven can used. Setting the time of day for the first time On models with a clock/timer you also have to set the time of day before the oven can be used.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Heating Up For The First Time

    ^ Wait until the oven has cooled down to room temperature. ^ Then wipe out the oven cavity with a solution of hot water and mild detergent and then dry it thoroughly with a clean cloth.
  • Page 18: Description Of The Oven Systems

    This system works by the circulation of heated air. A fan situated on the back wall of the oven sucks in the air, heats it over a ring element and blows the heated air through the carefully spaced openings in the rear panel of the oven.
  • Page 19: Pyrolytic Cleaning

    In this mode the oven cleans itself. The oven is heated up to approx. 460 °C and any residual soiling in the oven interior is burnt off by the high temperatures. This oven offers two programme durations for pyrolytic cleaning.
  • Page 20: Using The Oven

    Using the oven Controls The oven is operated with the function selector and the temperature selector. Function selector Use the function selector to select the required oven function. The function selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise. Do not attempt to turn it all the way round in either direction as this will damage the selector.
  • Page 21: Temperature Selector

    ^ Use the temperature selector to set the required temperature. The oven starts to heat up and the cooling fan switches on. ^ Take the food out of the oven when it is ready. Turn the function selector and the temperature selector back to the "0"...
  • Page 22: Rapid Heat-Up

    – pre-heat the oven, – heat up ready-meals. Pre-heating the oven Most dishes can be placed in a cold oven. They will then make use of the heat produced during the heating-up phase. It is only necessary to pre-heat the oven in certain instances.
  • Page 23: Clock/Timer

    The clock/timer can: – show the time of day, – be used as a minute minder, – switch the oven off, or on and off automatically. Controls The clock/timer is operated via: – the Q, P and O buttons, and –...
  • Page 24: Setting The Time Of Day

    Clock/Timer Whilst triangle V is flashing, use the O or P buttons immediately to make any changes to the setting selected: – The P button increases the value shown. – The O button reduces the value shown. Triangle V will flash for approx. 5 seconds.
  • Page 25: Minute Minder

    – the l symbol flashes for approx. 1 minute. – "0:00" lights up for approx. 1 minute. – a buzzer sounds five times, if it is switched on (see "Altering oven settings v"). To cancel the time set for the minute minder ^ Call up the l symbol by pressing the Q button.
  • Page 26: Programming Cooking Durations

    You can set the timing for a cooking function, by selecting one of the symbols and entering a time. It is a good idea to set the oven to switch on and off automatically for roasting. When baking, the oven should not be set to start a long time off.
  • Page 27: Switching The Oven On And Off Automatically

    13:30. ^ Place the food in the oven. ^ Select your cooking function and set a temperature. The oven light will come on and the oven will heat up. Now enter the cooking duration: l m g )
  • Page 28: The End Of A Cooking Programme

    "0". The buzzer will stop and the symbols in the display will go out. ^ Remove the food from the oven. If the function selector is not moved, the buzzer (if switched on) will sound every five minutes as a reminder that the programme has finished.
  • Page 29: Altering Oven Settings V

    To alter the setting: ^ Turn the function selector to the "Light H/v" position, and press the Q button. Altering oven settings v "P I" will appear in the display. ^ Press the Q button. The following appears in the display: –...
  • Page 30: Buzzer (P 2)

    Altering oven settings v Buzzer (P 2) There is a choice of 3 different tones or alternatively, the buzzer can be switched off. To alter the setting: ^ Turn the function selector to the "Light H / v" position, and press the Q button.
  • Page 31: Baking

    In some cases the cakes might not cook properly. Place the tin or dish directly on the non-tip rack in the oven. Use one shelf position only. Fan plus Y Several shelf levels can be used at the same time for baking.
  • Page 32: Tips On Baking

    European standard EN 60350) have led to slight adjustments in oven temperature settings. The recipes in the cookery book supplied with your oven include these new adjusted temperatures for cooking with Conventional heat. However, if using an older recipe or cookbook, set the oven temperature for Conventional 10°...
  • Page 33 The cooling fan will continue for a while after switching off the oven. Always remove all accessories, trays and racks which are not being used, when using the oven to get the best cleaning results and to keep cleaning of the trays to the minimum. Baking...
  • Page 34: Baking Chart

    4) Take baking trays out of the oven at different times if the food is sufficiently browned before the specified time has elapsed. 5) The shelf levels are counted from the bottom of the oven upwards (1 = lowest; 4 = highest). Fan plus Y Temp.
  • Page 35 Temp. in °C 150 - 170 170 - 190 170 - 190 150 - 170 170 - 190 170 - 190 160 - 180 170 - 190 170 - 190 170 - 190 170 - 190 180 - 200 170 - 190 170 - 190 170 - 190 170 - 190...
  • Page 36: Roasting

    Miele also offer Gourmet oven dishes with lids which are ideal for roasting and cooking larger quantities of food. Place the roasting pan on the rack into a cold oven.
  • Page 37 European standard EN 60350) have led to slight adjustments in oven temperature settings. The recipes in the cookery book supplied with your oven include these new adjusted temperatures for cooking with Conventional heat. However, if using an older recipe or cookbook, set the oven temperature for Conventional 10°...
  • Page 38 After the roasting process is finished take the roast out of the oven, wrap in aluminium foil and leave to stand for about 10 minutes. This helps retain juices when the meat is carved.
  • Page 39: Roasting Chart

    5) We recommend Fan plus Y for roasting, however Conventional A can also be used. 6) The shelf levels are counted from the bottom of the oven upwards (1 = lowest; 4 = highest) The information given in this chart is intended only as a guide.
  • Page 40: Grilling

    Grill settings Grill n For grilling thin cuts and for browning food. Put the roasting filter in front of the fan in the back of the oven when grilling. Fan grill N For grilling larger items, e.g. rolled meat, poultry.
  • Page 41: Tips On Grilling

    Temperature For thin cuts of meat (e. g. chops or steak). . . maximum (n) For grilling larger items, (e. g. rolled meat, poultry) ..240 °C See the grill chart for more information. To grill thicker pieces of food more gradually after an initial high temperature, continue grilling at a lower temperature setting to allow the food to...
  • Page 42: Grill Chart

    3) Select the appropriate shelf level for the thickness of the food. 4) The shelf levels are counted from the bottom of the oven upwards (1 - lowest; 4 = highest) The information given in this chart is intended only as a guide.
  • Page 43: Defrosting

    You can also use the oven for defrosting. To defrost select Fan plus Y with a maximum temperature of 50 °C. For defrosting meat and delicate foods, use the lowest possible temperature (30 °C). Please note: – Where possible remove the...
  • Page 44: Cooking

    Cooking We recommend using the following oven settings: – Fan plus Y – Conventional A Cooking containers made of ovenproof glass and china, and earthenware are all suitable. They should have heat-resistant handles and knobs. ^ Put the rack in on shelf level 1 and place the dish on the rack.
  • Page 45: Cooking Ready-Meals

    Observe recommended temperatures, cooking times and position in the oven given on the manufacturer’s packaging. Only use one level of the oven when cooking ready-meals using this function. If more than one shelf level is required, select Fan plus Y.
  • Page 46: Examples Of Ready-Meals

    Cooking Examples of ready-meals Food Potato, pasta or vegetable bake Lasagne, cannelloni Filled baguette, Panino Pre-cooked pizza Pre-cooked mini pizza Potato pancakes, Rösti, croquettes Pretzels * Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. Rapid heat-up Ä is not suitable for traditional baking or cooking. Gentle bake The Gentle bake x function is ideal for gratins and bakes which require a crispy finish.
  • Page 47: Cleaning And Care

    ^ Wipe the surfaces dry using a soft cloth. E-Cloth A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department, which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
  • Page 48 – stainless steel surfaces, – stainless steel coloured controls. Stainless steel surfaces Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a Miele E-Cloth or with a proprietary non-abrasive cleaning agent designed specifically for use on stainless steel. N.B. Do not use stainless steel cleaning agents on the controls.
  • Page 49: Accessories

    Remove all accessories as well as the runners and any extra accessories such as, for example, the baking carriage, or telescopic runners from the oven interior before starting the pyrolytic cleaning process. The high temperatures needed for pyrolysis will damage the...
  • Page 50: Perfectclean

    However if you still cannot get the surface clean, an oven cleaner can be used for a couple of minutes only. Do not attempt to use on a hot oven or accessories. Allow the PerfectClean surfaces to cool down to room...
  • Page 51 – sponges and cloths which have previously been used with abrasive cleaning agents. – oven spray must not be used in a hot oven or left on for too long. – items coated with PerfectClean enamelling must not be cleaned in a dishwasher.
  • Page 52: Oven Interior

    Cleaning and care Oven interior The oven interior and roof liner are coated with dark pyrolytic enamel which facilitates cleaning. This is a particularly hard enamel with an extremely smooth surface. Because of its anti-stick properties most debris can be easily removed with warm water and a little washing-up liquid applied with a soft cloth.
  • Page 53 280 °C. Starting a pyrolytic process ^ Take all accessories out of the oven. ^ Turn the function selector to the pyrolytic . programme position. PY will appear in the diplay.
  • Page 54 Depending on soiling levels in the oven there may be visible deposits on the door and below the trim under the oven cavity. This is best removed using a non-abrasive sponge or non-abrasive spiral pad and a mild solution of warm water and washing-up liquid.
  • Page 55: To Remove The Oven Door

    Please note: the oven door is heavy and should be gripped firmly at both sides when being removed or refitted. The oven door is connected to the oven by hinges. Before removing the door, the locking clamps on both hinges have to be released.
  • Page 56: To Dismantle The Oven Door

    Make sure the glass lies flat to protect it from damage during cleaning. The oven door is made up of a total of four panels. Spacers are located next to the hinge guides which keep the individual door panels in position.
  • Page 57 ^ Then carefully lift the middle panes up and out. ^ The individual panes can then be cleaned. Handle them very carefully to avoid the risk of breakage. When putting the door back together again replace the middle panes first. These panes are identical and both have a corner missing.
  • Page 58 Then re-position them back next to the hinge guides. Before putting the door back on to the oven make sure that the inner pane is sitting correctly in its retainers and that it cannot come loose and get damaged by mistake.
  • Page 59: To Refit The Door

    To refit the door ^ Hold the door securely at both sides and carefully fit it back onto the hinge guides. Make sure that the door goes back on straight. Cleaning and care ^ Open the door fully. ^ Flip both locking clamps back up to lock them.
  • Page 60: To Remove The Runners

    Danger of burning. ^ Remove the runners. ^ Loosen the screws in the back panel and take it out. The oven must not be used without the back panel fitted. This could cause considerable injury. Reassemble in the reverse order, carefully ensuring all parts are correctly in place.
  • Page 61: Problem Solving Guide

    Some minor problems can be corrected without contacting the Miele Service Department. What to do if ..the oven does not heat up...
  • Page 62 The cooling fan continues to run for a while after the oven has been switched off to prevent any humidity building up in the oven, on the control panel or on the oven housing unit. When the temperature has fallen sufficiently, the fan switches off automatically.
  • Page 63 Interrupt the pyrolytic cleaning programme and turn the function selector to "0". If the door lock will still not open please contact the Miele Service Department. For all other fault codes please contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 64: After Sales Service

    After sales service In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact – your Miele Dealer – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
  • Page 65: Extra Accessories

    The following accessories are available at extra cost from your Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts dept. Telescopic baking carriage The telescopic baking carriage with 4 shelf levels can be drawn right out of the oven giving a good overview of cooking in progress.
  • Page 66 Gourmet oven dish The gourmet oven dish can be placed in the oven directly on the runners. It has non-tip safety notches like the oven tray to prevent it being pulled out too far.
  • Page 67: Electrical Connection Uk, Irl, Za

    Ensure that these match the household mains supply. Please quote these data, and the model and serial number when contacting the Miele Ser- vice dept. Connection of this appliance should be made via a suitable isolator, which...
  • Page 68 Electrical connection UK, IRL, ZA The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate, visible when the oven door is open. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. The appliance is supplied with a 3-core cable for connection to a 230-240 volt 50 Hz supply.
  • Page 69: Electrical Connection Aus, Nz

    The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate, visible when the oven door is open. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. Please quote these data, and the model and serial number when contacting the Miele Service dept.
  • Page 70: Installing The Oven

    Installing the oven If the oven is to be installed in a base unit which has both a back panel and an interim shelf, a ventilation cut-out will need to be made in either the back panel or the interim shelf to ensure adequate ventilation is provided for the appliance.
  • Page 72 Alteration rights reserved / 22 / 2504 M.-Nr. 06 234 920 / 00 en - GB (H 4170, H 4270) This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

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