Contents Overview ..................3 Use ....................3 Appliance parts ................4 About these operating instructions ..........7 Safety information ................8 Package contents ................18 About microwaves ................ 18 Cooking and heating up in the microwave oven......19 Before using the appliance for the fi rst time ......22 Operation ..................
Appliance parts Magnetron cover (DO NOT REMOVE!) Display: Display cooking time, power level, operating state and time Controls: a) Set time/time format/start of cooking time b) Start appliance, confi rm entry, quick start c) Automatic programme, enter cooking time/weight d) Interrupt operation/clear entry/activate button lock e) Set power output level f) Set time/weight defrost Glass rotary plate...
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Contents Contents Overview ......................3 Use ........................3 Appliance parts ....................4 About these operating instructions ............... 7 Key to symbols ..................... 7 Safety information ..................8 Proper use ......................8 Safety of children and persons .................9 General safety ....................10 Hot surfaces ......................13 Safety instructions relating specifi...
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Contents Weight defrost ....................26 Time defrost ....................... 26 Using multiple programmes ................27 Automatic cooking ....................28 End of the cooking process ................29 Cleaning and maintenance ................29 End of operation .................... 30 Troubleshooting ..................... 31 Disposal ......................31 Technical specifi cations ..................32 Declaration of Conformity ................32 Service information ..................33 Legal Notice ....................
About these operating instructions About these operating instructions Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using this appliance. Read the safety instructions carefully before using the appliance for the fi rst time. Note the warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions.
Safety information Declaration of conformity (see "Declaration of conformity" section): Products that feature this symbol meet the requirements of the EC directives. Protective earthing symbol (For protection class I) Electrical appliances in protection class I are electrical appliances that have at least basic insulation throughout and have either a plug with earth contact or a fi...
Safety information Safety of children and persons WARNING! Risk of injury! Risk of injury to children and persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities (for example, partially disabled people or older people with limited physical and mental abilities) or to those without experience and knowledge (such as older children).
Safety information General safety WARNING! Warning: risk of electric shock! There is a risk of electric shock due to live parts. − Before using for the fi rst time and after each use, check the microwave oven and the mains cable for damage. −...
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Safety information mains socket in this case. Do not use the microwave again until it has been repaired by a person trained for this purpose. − WARNING! It is dangerous for untrained persons to carry out repair or maintenance work which requires the removal of a cover which is in place to prevent the escape of microwave radiation.
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Safety information − Protect the microwave oven from water in droplet and spray form. Do not let the appliance come into contact with water or other liquids. Keep the appliance, the mains cable and the mains plug away from wash basins, sinks or similar. Should liquid ever penetrate into the appliance, disconnect the plug from the earthed mains socket immediately.
Safety information − Do not place the microwave oven near heat sources. Chemical additives in furniture coatings may corrode the material of the appliance feet and cause residue on the furniture surface. − Place the appliance on a heatproof mat if necessary. Hot surfaces DANGER! Risk of explosion!
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Safety information − The microwave oven is designed as a free-standing appliance. Do not operate in fi tted cabinets or a cupboard. − Never leave the appliance unattended during operation. − The microwave oven is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
Safety information Safety instructions relating specifi cally to the use of microwave ovens WARNING! Risk of injury! There is a risk of injury from exploding containers. − Do not heat up food or liquids in sealed or tightly closed containers! These can explode in the appliance and cause injuries on opening.
Safety information − The surfaces of the microwave, the accessory parts, as well as the dishes will become very hot during the cooking process. Use oven gloves. Allow parts to cool down before cleaning. NOTICE! Possible material damage! Risk of damage to the appliance due to improper use of the appliance.
Safety information − Place a glass rod or ceramic rod in the container when heating liquids in order to prevent delayed boiling. Wait a few moments after heating the liquid then take hold of the container carefully and stir the liquid before you take it out of the oven. Cleaning and maintaining the appliance NOTICE! Possible material damage!
Package contents Package contents DANGER! Risk of choking and suffocation! Risk of choking and suffocation through swallowing or inhaling small parts or plastic wrap. − Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children. − Remove the product from the packaging and remove all packaging material. −...
Cooking and heating up in the microwave oven Microwave oven • A microwave generator, known as the magnetron, generates the microwaves and directs them into the cooking area. • The inner walls and the viewing window grid refl ect the microwaves inwards so that they cannot escape from the cooking area.
Cooking and heating up in the microwave oven Suitable materials • Porcelain, glass ceramic and heatproof glass • Plastics which are heatproof and microwave-suitable (note: plastics may become discoloured by foods or become warped by the heat) • Baking paper. Overview of suitable materials The following list is a general guide to help you choose the correct cooking dishes: Cooking dishes...
Cooking and heating up in the microwave oven Unsuitable materials • Metals, metal pots, pans and lids. NOTICE! Possible material damage! Risk of damage to the appliance due to improper use of the appliance. − Never use dishes with metal trimmings, metal dishes or cooking grates in microwave mode as this may cause sparks that could damage the appliance and/or the dishes.
Before using the appliance for the fi rst time Before using the appliance for the fi rst time DANGER! Risk of injury! There is a risk of injury from electric shock or microwave radiation. Microwave radiation may leak outside if the appliance is damaged.
Operation Cleaning the appliance for the fi rst time − In order to remove the dust residue from the packaging and any other possible residues from the manufacturing process, wipe out the interior and the inner side of the viewing window with a slightly damp, soft cloth before using the appliance for the fi...
Operation − Press again. The time is now set. Setting the cooking timer The appliance can emit an acoustic signal after a defi ned duration has elapsed. You can use this function as an egg timer, for example. − Press the button once.
Operation Heating using microwave energy − Press the button once and turn the control knob to set the power output level. − Press the button once or several times to select one of the power output levels shown in the following table: Readout on the Output in watts Button...
Operation Interrupting a programme If you want to turn or stir the food, for instance midway through the cooking process, it is often necessary to interrupt the cooking programme. − Open the door or press the button to interrupt the programme. The remaining cooking time is still shown on the display.
Operation For your guidance, you will fi nd the thawing times for foodstuffs in the following table which lists the approximate defrosting times required for various weight classes: Weight Time setting 200 g Approx. 05:30 minutes 400 g Approx. 10:30 minutes 600 g Approx.
Operation Automatic cooking In automatic cooking, it is not necessary to enter the cooking time or power output level. The microwave automatically determines the values depending on the foodstuff and weight input. Setting an automatic programme − In standby mode, turn the control knob clockwise. A programme number (e. g.
Cleaning and maintenance Programme Weight Display Output A-8 Soup 200 ml 560 W 400 ml − Then press the button to start the cooking process. − The cooking process ends automatically and fi ve acoustic signals are output. If the food is not fully cooked through, cook it for a few minutes more with the microwave programme.
End of operation − Keep the interior of the microwave clean. Wipe away splashes or spilled liquids that stick to the inner walls of the cooking area with a damp cloth. A mild cleaning solution can be used for serious dirt. Do not use cleaning sprays or other caustic detergents as these could corrode, scratch or dull the door surface.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance The mains plug is not − Insert the mains plug into cannot be started. inserted. the socket. The mains socket is faulty. − Check the mains socket by connecting another appliance. The appliance does The door is not closed.
Rotary plate: 25.5 cm Net weight: 10.2 kg Declaration of Conformity Medion AG hereby declares that the product conforms to the following European requirements: • EMC Directive 2014/30/EU • Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
• In our Service Community, you can meet other users, as well as our staff, and you can exchange your experiences and pass on your knowledge there. You will fi nd our Service Community at http://community.medion.com. • Alternatively, use our contact form at www.medion.com/contact.
These operating instructions are protected by copyright. Mechanical, electronic and any other forms of reproduction are prohibited without the written permission of the manufacturer. Copyright is owned by the company: MEDION AG Am Zehnthof 77 45307 Essen Germany Please note that you cannot use the address above for returns. Please always contact...
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