The Microwave; Notes Regarding Ovenware; Microwave Power Settings; Setting The Microwave - Siemens HF12M540 Instruction Manual

The microwave

Microwaves are converted to heat in foodstuffs. You will find
information about ovenware and how to set the microwave.
Note: In the Tested for you in our cooking studio section, you
will find examples for defrosting, heating and cooking with the
microwave oven.
Try out the microwave straight away. You could heat up a cup
of water for your tea, for example.
Use a large cup without any decorative gold or silver trim and
place a teaspoon in it. Place the cup containing the water on
the turntable.
Set the power selector to 800 W.
1.
Use the time switch to set 2 minutes.
2.
A signal sounds after 2 minutes. The water for the tea is hot.
As you are drinking your tea, please take time to read again the
safety information that can be found at the front of the
instruction manual. This is very important.

Notes regarding ovenware

Suitable ovenware
Suitable dishes are heat-resistant ovenware made of glass,
glass ceramic, porcelain, ceramic or heat-resistant plastic.
These materials allow microwaves to pass through.
You can also use serving dishes. This saves you having to
transfer food from one dish to another. You should only use
ovenware with decorative gold or silver trim if the manufacturer
guarantees that they are suitable for use in microwaves.
Unsuitable ovenware
Metal ovenware is unsuitable. Metal does not allow microwaves
to pass through. Food in covered metal containers will remain
cold.
Caution!
Creation of sparks: metal – e.g. a spoon in a glass – must be
kept at least 2 cm from the oven walls and the inside of the
door. Sparks could destroy the glass on the inside of the door.
Ovenware test
Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food inside. The
following ovenware test is the only exception to this rule.
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 ½ to
1.
1 minute.
Check the temperature occasionally during that time.
2.
The ovenware should still be cold or warm to the touch.
The ovenware is unsuitable if it becomes hot or sparks are
generated.
Note: Do not use the appliance if the turntable is not in place.
Ensure that it is properly slotted into place. The turntable can
turn clockwise or anti-clockwise.
Special accessories
You can purchase special accessories from the after-sales
service or specialist retailers. Please specify the HZ number.
You will find a comprehensive range of products 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. Please see the sales
brochures for more details.
Steamer ovenware

microwave power settings

90 W for defrosting delicate foods
180 W For defrosting and continued cooking
360 W For cooking meat and heating delicate foods
600 W For heating and cooking food
800 W For heating liquids

Setting the microwave

Set the power selector to the required microwave power
1.
setting.
Set a cooking time using the time switch.
2.
Note: If the cooking time is less than two minutes, first turn to
a longer time and then immediately back to the desired time.
The set cooking time counts down.
A signal sounds once the time has elapsed.
Notes
If you open the appliance door during operation, microwave
■
operation is interrupted and the set time maintained. When
closed again, operation resumes.
In the tables, there are two microwave power settings and
■
times: set the first microwave power setting and time initially,
and after the signal, set the second.
Changing the cooking time
This can be done at any time. Change the cooking time using
the time switch.
Cancelling operation
Microwave operation is ended when you set the time switch to
0.
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