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Making cooking as much fun as eating
Please read this instruction manual. This will ensure that you
make full use of all the technical benefits your compact
microwave oven has to offer.
It will provide you with important safety information. You will
be familiarised with the individual components of your new
appliance. And we will show you how to configure the
settings step by step. It is quite simple.
The tables list the settings and shelf positions for numerous
well known dishes. All these dishes are tested in our cooking
studio.
In the unlikely event of a malfunction, look here for
information on how to rectify minor faults yourself.
A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way
around quickly.
Enjoy your meal!

Instructions for use

HB86P.72
en
S210190
9000 319 157

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  • Page 1: Instructions For Use

    Making cooking as much fun as eating Please read this instruction manual. This will ensure that you make full use of all the technical benefits your compact microwave oven has to offer. It will provide you with important safety information. You will be familiarised with the individual components of your new appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety information ......Before installation ......Safety information .
  • Page 3 Table of contents Setting the microwave ......Combination ....... Setting a combination .
  • Page 4 Table of contents Care and cleaning ......Cleaning agents ......Cleaning the glass panels .
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    d Safety information Read this instruction manual carefully. This will enable you to operate your appliance safely and correctly. Please keep the instruction and installation manual in a safe place. Please pass on these instruction manuals to the new owner if you sell the appliance. Before installation Check the appliance for damage after unpacking it.
  • Page 6 Hot cooking compartment Risk of burning. Never touch the hot surfaces of heating and cooking appliances. Never touch the internal surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Open the cooking compartment door carefully. Hot steam may escape. Small children must be kept at a safe distance from the appliance at all times.
  • Page 7 Casing open Danger of electric shock. Never remove the casing. The appliance is a high voltage appliance. Danger of serious damage to health Never remove the casing. It prevents microwave energy from escaping. Hot or humid environment Danger of short circuiting. Never expose the appliance to excessive heat or moisture.
  • Page 8: Information On The Microwave

    Information on the microwave Preparing food Risk of fire. Only use the microwave to prepare food which is fit for consumption. Using the microwave for other purposes may be dangerous and may result in damage, e.g. heated slippers and grain or cereal pillows could catch fire, even several hours later.
  • Page 9 Drinks Risk of scalding. There is a possibility of delayed boiling when a liquid is heated. This means that the liquid reaches boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. The slightest vibration of the container can cause the hot liquid to suddenly boil over or spatter.
  • Page 10: Causes Of Damage

    Drying food Risk of fire. Never use the microwave to dry food. Food with a low water Risk of fire. content Do not defrost or heat food at too high a power or for too long if the food has a low water content, e.g.
  • Page 11 Cooling with the appliance Only leave the cooking compartment to cool with the door open door closed. Do not trap anything in the appliance door. Even if the door is only open a crack, the fronts of adjacent units may be damaged over time. Heavily soiled seal If the seal is very dirty, the appliance door will no longer close properly during operation.
  • Page 12: Your New Appliance

    Your new appliance Use this section to familiarise yourself with your new appliance. The control panel and the individual controls are explained here. You will find information about the cooking compartment and the accessories. Control panel Here is an overview of the control panel. Depending on the appliance model, there may be differences in the particular details.
  • Page 13: Rotary Selector

    Symbol Button function Press briefly = selects memory Press and hold = stores memory Selects automatic self cleaning ¾ Moves to the left in the control panel ¿ Moves to the right in the control panel Opens and closes the time setting options menu Activates/deactivates the childproof lock Switches on rapid heating ±...
  • Page 14: Temperature Control

    Status bar Types of heating Hot air grilling 190 ºC Settings area Settings area (active) Rotation direction indicator Status bar The status bar is located at the top of the display. It shows the clock, the selected operating mode, information and the time setting options that have been set.
  • Page 15: Cooking Compartment

    Top/bottom heat. 180 ºC If you have selected a grill setting, self cleaning or the microwave, the bars do not appear. As the cooking compartment heats up, you can query the current heating temperature by pressing the i button. Due to thermal inertia, the displayed temperature may differ slightly from the actual temperature in the cooking compartment.
  • Page 16: Accessories

    Accessories The accessories can be inserted into the oven at 3 different levels. The accessories can become deformed when they become hot. As soon as they have cooled down, the deformation disappears with no effect on the function. You can buy accessories from the after sales service, from specialist retailers or online.
  • Page 17: Special Accessories

    Special accessories You can purchase special accessories from the after sales service or specialist shops. You will find a comprehensive range of products for your oven in our brochures and on the Internet. The availability of special accessories and whether it is possible to order them online may vary depending on your country.
  • Page 18: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time This section tells you everything you need to do before using the appliance for the first time. Set the clock Change the language for the text display if required Heat up the cooking compartment Clean the accessories Read the safety information at the start of the instructions for use.
  • Page 19: Heating Up The Cooking Compartment

    Set the % top/bottom heating type and a temperature of 240 ºC. 1. Press the ‡ button. The Siemens logo appears. 2. Immediately press the " button. The : 3D hot air type of heating and a temperature of 160 ºC are suggested.
  • Page 20: Switching The Oven On And Off

    Press the ‡ button to switch the compact microwave oven on and off. Switching on Press the ‡ button. The Siemens logo appears. Select the desired operating mode. Press the 90, 180, 360, 600 or 1,000 W button to select the microwave power "...
  • Page 21 Types of heating and Application temperature ranges : 3D hot air For baking cakes and small items on two levels. 30 250 ºC 3 Hot air For baking sponge cakes in tins on one level. 30 250 ºC % Top/bottom heating For baking and roasting on one level.
  • Page 22: Setting The Type Of Heating And Temperature

    Setting the type of Example in figure: setting for top/bottom heating, heating and 200 ºC. temperature 1. Press the " button. In the display, 3D hot air, 160 ºC is suggested. 2. Set the required heating type using the rotary selector.
  • Page 23: Microcombi, Gentle Microcombi, Intensive

    Pausing operation Briefly press the † button. † flashes. The oven is paused. Press † again to resume operation. Cancelling the operation Press and hold the † button until Select function" appears in the status bar. You can make new settings.
  • Page 24: Recommended Settings

    MicroCombi, intensive This type of heating is suitable for Poultry, e.g. chicken Bakes, e.g. pasta bake Gratins, e.g. potato gratin Grilled fish, fresh or frozen. Use heat resistant, glass or ceramic dishes. If there are instructions for various types of heating in Setting procedure the recipe, make the setting for top/bottom heating.
  • Page 25 You can view the individual dishes via several selection levels. Try it out. See the variety of dishes for yourself. Selecting a dish 1. Press the " button. : 3D hot air and 160 ºC appear in the display as a suggestion.
  • Page 26: Setting Rapid Heating

    Setting rapid heating The rapid heating function is not suitable for all types of heating. 3D hot air Suitable types of heating Hot air Top/bottom heating Intensive heat The rapid heating function will not work if the Suitable temperatures temperature set is below 100 ºC. If the temperature in the cooking compartment is only slightly below the temperature set, the rapid heating function is not necessary.
  • Page 27: The Microwave

    The microwave Microwaves are converted to heat in foodstuffs. The microwave can be used solo, i.e. on its own, or in combination with a different type of heating. You will find information about cookware and how to set the microwave. Note In the Tested for your in our cooking studio section, you will find examples for defrosting, heating and...
  • Page 28: Microwave Power Settings

    Perform the following test if you are unsure whether your ovenware is suitable for use in the microwave: Heat the empty ovenware at maximum power for between 30 and 60 seconds. Check the temperature of the ovenware during this period. The ovenware should still be cold or warm to the touch.
  • Page 29 2. Set the cooking time using the rotary selector. Microwave min:sec 3. Press the † button. Operation begins. You will see the cooking time counting down. The cooking time has A signal sounds. Microwave operation has finished. elapsed x 0:00 is shown in the status bar. You can stop the acoustic signal early by pressing the 0 button.
  • Page 30: Combination

    Combination This involves the simultaneous operation of one type of heating with the microwave. Using the microwave makes your dishes ready more quickly, but they are still nicely browned. You can set a cooking time of up to 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Page 31 3. Press the ¿ button to switch to the temperature and use the rotary selector to set the desired temperature. Types of heating Top/bottom heat. 200 ºC 4. Press the button for the microwave power setting you require. The button lights up. Combination min:sec 5.
  • Page 32: Series Of Operations

    Setting tips: Opening the oven door Operation is paused. † flashes. Press the † button during operation after closing the oven door. The programme will then continue. Pausing operation Press the † button. Operation is paused. † flashes. Press the † button again. The programme will then continue.
  • Page 33: Setting A Series Of Operations

    Setting a series of operations 1. Press the 2 button. 2 Series of operations appears in the status bar. The 1 is highlighted. The first operation can be set. Series Operations 2. Select and set the desired operating mode. 3. Press the 2 button again. The 2 is highlighted.
  • Page 34: Automatic Programmes

    Automatic programmes The automatic programmes enable you to prepare food very easily. You select the programme and enter the weight of your food. The automatic programme makes the optimum setting. Selecting a programme Example in figure: selecting a programme for 1 kg fresh chicken pieces and making settings.
  • Page 35 4. Press the ¿ button. A default value for the weight appears for the selected programme. 5. Set the weight using the rotary selector. The programme length is shown in the status bar. Programmes Chicken portions, fresh If you press the ¿ button once more, you will proceed to Adjust individually".
  • Page 36: Adjusting Individually

    Adjusting individually If the cooking result of a particular programme is not what you expected, you can change it for the next time. Make the settings as described in steps 1 to 5. Press the ¿ button and use the rotary selector to move the illuminated field.
  • Page 37 Liquid will be produced when meat, poultry or fish is defrosted. Drain off this liquid when you turn the food. Under no circumstances should it be used for other purposes or be allowed to come into contact with other foods. Place beef, lamb and pork on the dish fatty side down first.
  • Page 38 Programmegroup Suitable foodstuffs Weight range Ovenware/accessories, Programme in kg shelf height Whole poultry** Chicken, duck 0.70 2.00 Shallow open dish wire rack, level 1 Poultry portions** Chicken thigh, half chicken, leg of goose, 0.20 1.20 Shallow open dish goose breast, duck breast wire rack, level 1 Whole fish** Trout, haddock, cod...
  • Page 39 Potatoes Boiled potatoes: cut into pieces of equal size. Add 2 tablespoons of water per 100 g potatoes, and salt to taste. Unpeeled boiled potatoes: use potatoes of the same size. Wash the potatoes and prick the skin several times. Place them in a dish while still wet. Do not add water.
  • Page 40 Cereal products Cereal products foam a lot during cooking. Therefore, use a deep dish with a lid for all cereal products. Enter the weight of the uncooked cereal product (without liquid). Rice: do not use boil in the bag rice. Add two to two and a half times the amount of liquid to the rice.
  • Page 41: Frozen Products

    Bake Place the dish in microwaveable ovenware on the wire rack. Layer sweet and savoury bakes in a shallow dish approx. 5 cm deep. For potato gratin, layer the potatoes in a shallow dish 3 4 cm deep. After the programme has ended, leave the potato gratin to stand in the appliance for an additional 5 10 minutes.
  • Page 42 Programmegroup Weight range in kg Ovenware/accessories, Programme shelf height Mini pizza 0.10 0.60 Universal pan, level 1 Pizza baguettes, prebaked 0.10 0.75 Universal pan, level 1 Chips* 0.20 0.60 Universal pan, level 2 Croquettes* 0.20 0.70 Universal pan, level 2 Röstis* 0.20 0.80 Universal pan,...
  • Page 43 Programmegroup Suitable foodstuffs Weight range Ovenware/accessories, Programme in kg shelf height Poultry Chicken, fresh* Whole chicken 0.80 1.80 Deep ovenware with lid, wire rack, level 1 Chicken portions, fresh Chicken thigh, half chicken 0.40 1.20 Deep ovenware with lid, wire rack, level 1 Poulard, fresh* 1.50 3.00 Deep ovenware with lid,...
  • Page 44 Programmegroup Suitable foodstuffs Weight range Ovenware/accessories, Programme in kg shelf height Knuckle on the bone, fresh 0.80 3.00 Dish with lid wire rack, level 1 Osso buco 0.80 3.00 Dish with lid wire rack, level 1 Pork Pork neck joint, fresh, 0.80 2.00 Dish with lid boned***...
  • Page 45 Fish Whole fish, fresh: Add 1 to 3 tablespoons of water or lemon juice. Fish fillet, fresh Add 1 to 3 tablespoons of water or lemon juice. Breaded squid rings, frozen: They must be suitable for cooking in the oven. Programmegroup Weight range in kg Ovenware/accessories,...
  • Page 46: Time Setting Options

    Time setting options Call up the menu for the time setting options using the 0 button. The following functions are possible: If the oven is switched off: Set the timer Set the clock If the oven is switched on: Set the timer Set the cooking time Set a later end time Setting the time setting...
  • Page 47: Setting The Cooking Time

    When the cooking time A signal sounds. has elapsed U 0:00 is displayed. You can cancel the signal earlier by pressing the 0 button. Close the Time setting options menu with the 0 button. Setting tips: Cancelling the operating Open the Time setting options menu using the time 0 button and turn the time back to 0:00.
  • Page 48: Moving The End Time

    3. Press the 0 button. The time setting options menu closes. 4. If the operation has not yet started, press the † button. The cooking time x is shown counting down in the status bar. Top/bottom heat. 180 ºC A signal sounds. The oven no longer heats. The The cooking time has elapsed cooking time shown in the status bar is x 0:00.
  • Page 49 This function is also available for self cleaning. Move cleaning to during the night and keep the oven for use during the day. In some programmes, it is not possible to move the end time. Moving the end Prerequisite: The operation set has not started. A cooking time has been set.
  • Page 50: Setting The Time

    Setting tip: Correcting the end time This is only possible if the oven is on standby. To do this, press the 0 button to open the menu, press the ¿ or ¾ button to change the end time, and correct the end time using the rotary selector.
  • Page 51: Memory

    Memory The Memory function gives you the option to store programmes and call them up again at the touch of a button. You can store six programmes in the memory. The Memory function is useful for dishes that you prepare particularly often. Storing settings in the memory Exception: Self cleaning cannot be stored.
  • Page 52: Sabbath Mode

    Sabbath mode With this setting, the oven maintains a temperature of 85 ºC for top/bottom heating. You can set a cooking time of between 24 and 73 hours. During this time, food stays warm in the cooking compartment without the need to switch the oven on or off.
  • Page 53: Childproof Lock

    Childproof lock To ensure that children cannot switch on the oven accidentally or change a cooking time setting, the oven has a childproof lock. Press and hold the @ button until the @ symbol Activating the childproof lock appears. This takes about 4 seconds. The control panel is locked.
  • Page 54 - ÙÙÙÙÙØÙ + automatic programmes move right = more intensive move left = less intensive Display brand logo: The Siemens logo appears when the oven is switched on 3D hot air, from 30 to max. 250 ºC Permanently change the suggestion: 160 ºC...
  • Page 55 Basic setting Options Explanation Circulated air grilling, from 100 to max. 250 ºC Permanently change the suggestion: 190 ºC preferred temperature for the heating type Grill, large area, 3 (high) Permanently change the suggestion: 3 (high) 2 (medium) preferred level for the heating 1 (low) type Grill, small area,...
  • Page 56: Changing The Basic Settings

    Changing the basic settings Prerequisite: the oven must be switched off. Example in figure: changing the basic setting of the audible signal duration from medium to short. 1. Press and hold the ± button for roughly 4 seconds until "Select language:" appears on the left and "English"...
  • Page 57: Automatic Switch Off

    Automatic switch off Your oven has an automatic switch off function. It is activated if no cooking time is set and the settings have not been changed for a long time. Automatic switch off" appears in the display. Switch off activated The point at which this occurs depends on the temperature or grill setting that has been set.
  • Page 58: Important Notes

    It is sufficient to clean the cooking compartment every two to three months. Cleaning only requires approximately 3.8 kilowatt hours. Important notes For safety reasons, the oven door locks automatically. You cannot open the oven door again until the cooking compartment has cooled slightly and the padlock symbol for the locking mechanism dis appears.
  • Page 59: Setting The Self Cleaning

    Setting the self cleaning 1. Press the V button. 2. Press † to start the cleaning. The oven door locks shortly after starting. The locked symbol S lights up. When cleaning has finished Self cleaning finished" appears in the status bar. The oven door cannot be opened again until the S symbol goes out.
  • Page 60: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning If carefully cleaned and taken care of, your microwave oven will remain fully functional and in a good condition for a long time to come. This section explains how to properly care for and clean your appliance. Danger of short circuiting.
  • Page 61: Appliance Door

    sharp or abrasive cleaning agents, metal or glass scrapers to clean the glass in the appliance door, metal or glass scrapers to clean the door seal, hard scouring pads and sponges, cleaning agents with high concentrations of alcohol. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use. Area Cleaning agents Appliance front...
  • Page 62: Cleaning The Glass Panels

    Cleaning the glass panels The glass panel can be removed from the oven door for cleaning. Risk of burning! Do not remove the panels immediately after switching the appliance off. The oven must be cold. Removal 1. Open the oven door. 2.
  • Page 63 Clean the glass panels using glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not use any sharp or abrasive agents. The glass scraper is not suitable. The glass could be damaged. Refitting 1. Grip the upper section of the intermediate panel with both hands and insert it into the guide at the bottom.
  • Page 64 4. Insert the door panel into the guide with both hands. (Fig. D) 5. Push the door panel downwards, lift it slightly and hook it in at the top. (Fig. E) Ensure that the door panel is flush with the control panel.
  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    7. Tighten the screws until hand tight using a slotted screwdriver (blade width 8 11 mm), then close the door. (Fig. G) The oven may only be used again when the panels are correctly installed. Troubleshooting Malfunctions often have simple explanations. Please refer to the table before calling our after sales service.
  • Page 66 Problem Possible cause Remedial action/notes The oven door cannot be opened. Power cut during Set the right time using the rotary Set clock" is shown in the status self cleaning. selector and press the 0 button. bar. The time displayed is not the The set language does not change after right time.
  • Page 67: Replacing The Oven Light

    Risk of electric shock. Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out by one of our experienced after sales engineers. Replacing the oven light It is possible to replace the oven light. Heat resistant 12 V, 20 W halogen bulbs can be obtained from the after sales service or a specialist dealer.
  • Page 68: Replacing The Door Seal

    5. Fit the glass cover again. (fig. C). 6. Remove the tea towel. Switch the circuit breaker in the fuse box back on or plug in the mains plug. Replacing the door seal If the door seal is defective, it must be replaced. Replacement seals for your appliance can be obtained from the after sales service.
  • Page 69: After Sales Service

    After sales service Our after sales service is there for you if your appliance should need to be repaired. You will find the address and telephone number of your nearest after sales service point in the phone book. The listed after sales service centres will also be pleased to give you the details of an after sales service point near you.
  • Page 70: Energy And Environment Tips

    Energy and environment tips Here you can find tips on how to save energy when baking and roasting and how to dispose of your appliance properly. Saving energy Only preheat the oven if this is specified in the recipe or in the tables in the instruction manual. Use dark, black lacquered or enamelled baking tins.
  • Page 71: Tested For You In Our Cooking Studio

    Tested for you in our cooking studio Here you will find a selection of dishes and the ideal settings for them. We will show you which type of heating and which temperature or microwave power setting are ideal for your dish. You can find information about suitable accessories and the height at which they should be inserted.
  • Page 72 Time ranges are often specified in the tables. Set the shortest time first and then extend the time if necessary. It may be that you have different quantities from those specified in the tables. A rule of thumb can be applied: Double amount just under double cooking time, half amount...
  • Page 73 Defrosting Weight Microwave power setting Notes in watts, cooking time in minutes 200 g 180 W, 5 min. + Meat in pieces or slices of beef, Separate the defrosted 90 W, 4 6 min. veal or pork parts when turning 500 g 180 W, 8 min.
  • Page 74 Defrosting Weight Microwave power setting Notes in watts, cooking time in minutes 300 g 180 W, 5 10 min. Fruit e.g. raspberries Stir carefully during defrosting and defrosting and 500 g 180 W, 8 min. + separate defrosted 90 W, 5 10 min. parts 125 g 90 W, 7 9 min.
  • Page 75 After heating, allow the food to rest for a further 2 to 5 minutes until it reaches an even temperature. Always use an oven cloth or oven gloves when removing plates from the oven. This will help the food retain its own distinct taste, so it will require less seasoning.
  • Page 76 When heating liquids, always place a spoon in the container to prevent delayed boiling. When delayed boiling occurs, this means that the liquid reaches boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. Even if the container only vibrates a little, the hot liquid can suddenly boil over or spatter.
  • Page 77: Cooking Food

    Heating food Weight Microwave power setting Notes in watts, cooking time in minutes 400 g 600 W, 5 7 min. Stew Ovenware with lid 800 g 600 W, 7 10 min. 150 g 600 W, 2 3 min. Vegetables Add a little liquid 300 g 600 W, 3 5 min.
  • Page 78: Tips For Microwave Operation

    Cooking food Weight Microwave power setting Notes in watts, cooking time in minutes 250 g 600 W, 6 10 min. Vegetables, fresh Cut into pieces of equal size. Add 1 2 tbsp water for every 100 g 1 2 tbsp water for every 100 g. 500 g 600 W, 10 15 min.
  • Page 79: Cakes And Pastries

    Cakes and pastries About the tables The times given apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. The temperature and baking time depend on the consistency and amount of the mixture. This is why temperature ranges are given in the tables. Begin with the lower temperature and, if necessary, use a higher setting the next time, since a lower temperature allows more even browning.
  • Page 80 Cakes in tins Accessories Level Type of Temperature Microwave Cooking heating power in time in watts minutes Fruit tart or cheesecake Dark 160 170 1800 W 30 40 on pastry base* springform cake tin Swiss flan Dark & 190 200 40 50 springform cake tin...
  • Page 81 Cakes on trays Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking heating ture C power in time in watts minutes Yeast dough with Universal pan and 160 180 50 60 dry topping enamel baking tray Yeast dough with Universal pan 170 190 45 55 moist topping(fruit) Yeast dough with...
  • Page 82 Top/bottom heating 3D hot air Small baked products Accessories Level Type of Temperature Cooking heating in C time in minutes Biscuits Universal pan 150 170 20 30 Biscuits Universal pan and 140 160 30 40 enamel baking tray* Macaroons Universal pan 120 140 35 45 Macaroons...
  • Page 83: Baking Tips

    Bread and rolls Accessories Level Type of Temperature Cooking heating in C time in minutes Flatbread Universal pan 220 240 15 20 Bread rolls Universal pan 200 220 20 30 Rolls made with yeast dough, Universal pan 190 210 15 25 sweet Baking tips You want to bake using your own...
  • Page 84: Roasting And Grilling

    The cake cannot be turned out of After baking, allow the cake to cool for a further 5 to 10 minutes the dish when it is turned upside then it will be easier to turn out of the dish. If it still sticks, down.
  • Page 85 Tips for roasting Use a high sided roasting dish for roasting meat and poultry. Check that your ovenware fits in the cooking compartment. It should not be too big. Meat: Cover approx. two thirds of the dish base with liquid. Add a little more liquid for pot roasts. Turn pieces of meat halfway through the cooking time.
  • Page 86 Top/bottom heating = % Grill, large area Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking time in heating ture C, power in minutes grill watts setting Pot roasted Ovenware with lid, 190 210 120 140 beef, wire rack approx. 1 kg Pot roasted Ovenware with lid, 180 200...
  • Page 87 Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking heating ture C, power in time in grill setting watts minutes Roast veal, Ovenware with 210 220 90 W 60 70 approx. 1 kg lid, wire rack Roast veal, Ovenware with 200 210 90 W 70 80 approx.
  • Page 88 Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking time in heating ture C, power in minutes grill watts setting Fillet of pork, Ovenware with lid, 210 230 90 W 20 25 approx. 500 g wire rack Pork joint, lean, Ovenware with lid, 210 230 90 W 50 60...
  • Page 89 Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking heating ture C, power in time in grill setting watts minutes Saddle of venison on Ovenware with 210 220 40 50 the bone, approx. 1 kg lid, wire rack Boned leg of roe Ovenware with 180 190 105 120...
  • Page 90 Poultry Place whole chickens, chicken breast and young turkey breast side down. Turn after Z of the cooking time. Place the poulard breast side down. Turn after Z of the cooking time and set the microwave power to 180 watts. Place half chickens and chicken pieces skin side up.
  • Page 91 Accessories Level Type of Temperature Microwave Cooking heating power in time in grill setting watts minutes Chicken portions, Ovenware 190 210 360 W 35 40 approx. 1.5 kg without lid, wire rack Chicken breast Ovenware 190 210 180 W 25 30 approx.
  • Page 92 Fish For grilling, place the whole fish, e.g. trout, onto the middle of the wire rack. For braised fish, cook the whole fish in its swimming position. Grill, small area Grill, large area Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking time in heating ture C, power in...
  • Page 93: Tips For Roasting And Grilling

    Tips for roasting and grilling The table does not contain For small roasts, select a higher temperature and a shorter information for the weight of cooking time. For larger roasts, select a lower temperature and a the roast. longer cooking time. How to tell when the roast is Use a meat thermometer (available from specialist shops) or ready.
  • Page 94: Preprepared Products

    Hot air grilling Hot air Top/bottom heating = % Grill, small area Grill, large area Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking heating ture C, power in time in grill watts minutes setting Bake, sweet, Ovenware with 140 160 360 W 25 35 approx.
  • Page 95 Turn fish fingers, chicken goujons, nuggets and veggie burgers halfway through the cooking time. Place the cream gateau on the oven floor without accessories, level 0. Top/bottom heating = % Hot air Hot air grilling Accessories Level Type of Tempera Microwave Cooking heating...
  • Page 96: Slow Cooking

    Slow cooking Slow cooking, also known as low temperature cooking, is the ideal cooking method for all tender pieces of meat which are to be cooked medium rare or "à point". Meat remains very succulent and tender. Advantages: The benefit of this cooking method is that it allows lots of scope for menu planning because slow cooked meat is easy to keep warm.
  • Page 97: Tips For Braising

    Even large joints of meat do not need to be turned. You can cut the meat immediately after slow cooking. No standing time is required. Due to the special cooking method, the meat always looks pink in the middle. This does not mean, however, that it is raw or not well done enough.
  • Page 98: Test Dishes

    Test dishes The quality and function of microwave combination appliances is tested by testing institutes using the following dishes. In accordance with EN 60705, IEC 60705 DIN 44547 and EN 60350 Microwave defrosting Meal Microwave power setting in Note watts, cooking time in minutes Meat 180 W, 5 min.+ Place the 22 cm dia.
  • Page 99 Combined microwave cooking Hot air grilling Top/bottom heating = % Meal Microwave power Type of Temperature Notes setting in watts, heating in ºC cooking time in minutes Potato gratin 600 W, 20 25 min. 170 190 Place the 22 cm dia. pyrex dish on the wire rack at level 1.
  • Page 100 Ovenware and notes Level Type of Temperature Baking time, heating in ºC minutes Hot water sponge Springform cake tin on the 160 170 30 40 cake wire rack Universal pan 170 190 45 55 Yeast cakes on a b ki baking tray Universal pan* and 160 180...
  • Page 101: Acrylamide In Foodstuffs

    Acrylamide in foodstuffs Which foods are affected? Acrylamide is mainly produced in grain and potato products heated at high temperatures, such as potato crisps, chips, toast, rolls, bread, baked goods (biscuits, gingerbread, cookies). Tips for keeping acrylamide to a minimum when preparing food General Keep cooking times to a minimum.
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