CONTENTS Your microwave oven Introduction Description of the appliance Control panel Display First use Before first use Microwaves Guidelines for cookware Operation Please note! Explanation of the knobs and the keys Using the microwave oven Temporary stop Description of the functions Program table defrosting by weight Program table auto functions Using the baking tray...
YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Introduction Congratulations on choosing this ASKO microwave oven. This product is designed with simple operation and optimum comfort in mind. This manual shows how you can best use this microwave. In addition to information about operating the appliance, you will also find background information that may be useful when using the appliance.
YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Description of the appliance 1. Door 2. Control panel 3. Grill rack 4. Baking tray 5. Glass of the door 6. Drop-down grill 7. Ceramic base Always place the dish / grill rack / baking tray in the center of the ceramic base! EN 5...
YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN Control panel 1. Function knob 2. Start key / Stop key 3. Ok key 4. Display 5. Timer key 6. Door release key 7. Selection knob Push the knobs to let them come out of the control panel. The keys respond best if you touch them shortly with a large area of your fingertip.
FIRST USE Before first use • Open the door, remove the packaging and check the oven for damage. • Do not use the oven if it is damaged, but contact your supplier. • Remove the protective film from the stainless steel parts. •...
FIRST USE Guidelines for cookware The table gives you a general idea of what type of cookware is suitable for each situation. Microwave Microwave Cookware Grill Defrosting Cooking Grill Heating Glass and china Home use, not flame resistant, can be used in the dish washer Glazed china Flame resistant glass and china...
OPERATION Please note! Warning! Heating liquids in the microwave can result in delayed boiling. This means that the liquid may start to boil furiously after it is removed from the microwave, with the risk of scalding. You can offset the delayed boiling effect by placing a plastic or glass spoon in the liquid prior to heating it in the microwave.
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OPERATION Start key / Stop key Quick Start Touch this key to start the appliance immediately for 30 seconds with 600 Watt power. Start Touch this key to start the operation of the appliance with the displayed settings. Temporary stop Touch this key during operation for a temporary stop of a cooking process.
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OPERATION Timer key Set the time of the day Touch this key to make it possible to set the hours and minutes after connecting the appliance to the mains (or after a power failure). Change the time of the day Touch this key to make it possible to change the hours and minutes.
OPERATION Using the microwave oven 1. Connect the appliance to the mains. 2. Set the time of the day. 3. Touch the door release key to open the door. 4. Place the dish in the appliance. 5. Close the door. 6.
OPERATION Description of the functions Microwave Symbol Function power Foods Display output Slowly defrosting delicate foods. 90 W Keeping food hot. Cooking with little heat. 180 W Boiling rice. Rapid defrosting. Melting butter. 360 W Heating baby food. Microwave Cooking vegetables and food. Cooking and heating carefully.
OPERATION Important notes! Always use plates for use in the microwave oven and a lid or cover to avoid loss of liquids. Stir or mix the foods several times during heating. The time required to heat the food will depend on its initial temperature. Food taken straight from the fridge will take longer to heat up than food that is at room temperature.
OPERATION How to cook with the baking tray 1. Preheat the baking tray by selecting the microwave + grill function for 3 to 5 minutes with a 360 W microwaves power level. 2. Brush the baking tray with oil in order to brown the food nicely. 3.
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OPERATION How to cook with the grill rack 1. Preheat the grill for 2 minutes. 2. Place a bowl or plate (resistant to a temperature of at least 300 °C) on the ceramic base for use as a drip tray during grilling. 3.
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OPERATION Grill + microwave The microwave + grill function is ideal for cooking quickly and, at the same time, browning foods. Furthermore, you can also grill and cook cheese covered food. Use the ceramic base for cooking, unless indicated otherwise. Please note! The plate that is used in the combined function must be suitable for microwave and grill use.
TIPS AND COOKING TABLES Warming up and cooking • The microwave always heats with the same intensity. The more you place in the microwave, the longer the cooking time. • Flat, level dishes heat up more quickly than narrow, tall dishes. •...
TIPS AND COOKING TABLES Basic techniques Stirring Stirring dishes regularly distributes the stored heat. Always stir from the outside in, since the outside of the dish always heats up first. Turning over Large, thick dishes should be turned over regularly. They then cook more evenly and quickly. Pricking Dishes with a skin or shell (such as egg yolks, seafood and fruit) burst open in the microwave.
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TIPS AND COOKING TABLES The table shows different defrosting and standing times (in order to ensure the food temperature is evenly distributed) for different types and weights of food, plus recommendations. Food Weight Defrosting Time Resting time Comment Pieces of meat, veal, 100 g 3-4 min 5-10 min...
TIPS AND COOKING TABLES Cooking vegetables with the microwave function • If possible, always use fresh vegetables. If vegetables have become a little limp because they've been left for too long, you can place them in cold water for a while so that they absorb moisture.
TIPS AND COOKING TABLES Cooking fish with the microwave function Fish needs to cook gradually. For thin fish, oily fish or small portions, use a low power level. In other cases you can set the power somewhat higher. Take continued cooking into account. Fish is ready when it becomes opaque.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the appliance Clean your appliance regularly to prevent a build-up of grease and food particles, especially on interior and exterior surfaces, the door and door seals. • Clean the exterior surfaces with a soft cloth and warm soapy water. Wipe afterwards with a clean, damp cloth and dry the surfaces.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the baking tray The best way to clean the baking tray is to wash it with hot 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.
MALFUNCTIONS Troubleshooting If the cooking results are not as desired, there are sparks in the microwave oven, the microwave oven does not start, etc., first try to discover the cause of the malfunction before calling the service desk. Check: • Is the plug in the wall socket? •...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical specifications The data plate indicates the total nominal load, the required voltage and the frequency. This appliance meets all relevant CE guidelines. Appliance dimensions (wxdxh) 595 mm x 334 mm* x 390 mm Contents 22 litres Connection 220-240V~50Hz Microwave power 850 W...
ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS Disposal of the appliance and packaging This product is made from sustainable materials. However, the appliance must be disposed of responsibly at the end of its useful life. The government can provide you with information about this. The appliance packaging can be recycled. The following materials have been used: •...
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The appliance rating label is located on the inside of the appliance. When contacting the service department, have the complete type number to hand. You will find the addresses and phone numbers of the service organisation on the guarantee card. *640649* 640649...
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