en Safety 1.2 Intended use Only a licensed professional may connect appliances without plugs. Damage caused by incorrect connection is not covered un- der the warranty. The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed ac- cording to the safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the appliance works perfectly at its installation loca- tion.
Safety en 1.4 Safe use Always place accessories in the cooking compartment the right way round. "Accessories", Page 14 WARNING ‒ Risk of fire! Combustible objects that are left in the cooking compartment may catch fire. Never store combustible objects in the cooking compartment. If smoke is emitted, the appliance must be switched off or the plug must be pulled out and the door must be held closed in or- der to stifle any flames.
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en Safety Keep children at a safe distance. Hot steam may escape when you open the appliance door. Steam may not be visible, depending on the temperature. Open the appliance door carefully. Keep children at a safe distance. If there is water in the cooking compartment when it is hot, this may create hot steam.
Safety en If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never operate a damaged appliance. Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface. Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains. If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately un- plug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box.
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en Safety Never defrost or heat food with a low water content, such as bread, at too high a microwave power or for too long. Cooking oil may catch fire. Never use the microwave to heat cooking oil on its own. WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Liquids and other food may easily explode when in containers that have been tightly sealed.
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Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of scalding! There is a possibility of delayed boiling when a liquid is heated. This means that the liquid reaches the boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. Exercise caution even when only gently shaking the container. The hot liquid may suddenly boil over and splatter.
en Preventing material damage Always keep the cooking compartment, door seal, door and hinge clean. "Cleaning and servicing", Page 27 Never operate the appliance if the cooking compartment door or the door seal is damaged. Microwave energy may escape. Never use the appliance if the cooking compartment door, the door seal or the plastic door frame is damaged.
Environmental protection and saving energy en 2.2 Microwave Always place the popcorn bag on a glass plate. Follow these instructions when using Using unsuitable cookware may res- the microwave. ult in damage. ATTENTION When using the grill or the mi- Metal touching the wall of the cook- crowave combined operation, only ing compartment will cause sparks, use cookware that can withstand...
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Touch Function 4 Familiarising yourself field Familiarising yourself with your appliance with your appliance Go back one setting. Start or pause operation. 4.1 Control panel "Basic operation", You can use the control panel to con- Page 15 figure all functions of your appliance Open the appliance door and to obtain information about the operating status.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 4.4 Automatic door opener If you open the appliance door during operation, this pauses the If you press the automatic door- operation. opener, the appliance door springs When you close the appliance open. You can fully open the appli- door, the operation does not con- ance door manually.
en Accessories appliance door remains open for tain period afterwards. If the appli- longer than approx. 15 minutes, the ance is running in microwave opera- interior lighting switches off. tion, the appliance remains cool, but With most types of heating and func- the cooling fan still switches on. The tions, the interior lighting remains on cooling fan may continue to run even while the appliance is in operation.
Before using for the first time en 6.2 Cleaning the appliance be- 6 Before using for the fore using it for the first Before using for the first time first time time Configure the settings for initial start- Clean the cooking compartment and up.
en Microwave 7.3 Starting the appliance 7.5 Cancelling the operation Press Press The appliance stops any ongoing 7.4 Pausing the operation functions. Open the appliance door or press 8 Microwave Operation is paused. Microwave To continue operation, close the You can use the microwave to cook, appliance door and press heat up or defrost food very quickly.
Microwave en ance should be operated in mi- Cookware and Reason crowave mode without any food in- accessories side. Fully glazed ceramic WARNING without cracks Risk of scalding! The accessible parts of the appliance Metal cutlery Note: You can become hot during operation. use metal cutlery, Never touch these hot parts.
en Microwave combi mode Press "Microwave". Set the required cooking time. Press "Microwave output". Press Select the required microwave out- 8.8 Extending the cooking time put. Press Once the cooking time has elapsed, Press "Cooking time". you can continue cooking the food. Use and to set the minutes or Press "Add extra cooking time".
Grill en Press "Grill". 9.4 Changing the cooking time Press "Level". You can change the cooking time Select the required grill setting. during operation. Press Press the set cooking time. Press "Microwave function". Set the required cooking time. Select the required microwave out- Press put.
en Grill 10.4 Changing the grill setting Grill setting Food You can change the grill setting dur- 1 (low) Deep-dish bakes ing operation. Soufflés Press 2 (medium) Shallow bakes Press "Level". Fish Set the required grill setting. 3 (high) Sausages Press Toast 10.5 Changing the cooking 10.2 Safety switch-off function time...
Meals en Whole poultry should be placed on 11 Meals the cookware breast-side down Meals and poultry portions skin-side The "Meals" operating mode helps down. you to use your appliance to prepare different meals by selecting the op- Vegetables timum settings automatically. Fresh vegetables: Cut into pieces of equal size.
en Meals Lasagne to start the operation. An audible signal sounds once the Best suited is frozen Lasagne with cooking time has elapsed. a maximum height of around 3 cm. Take lasagne out of the packaging Note: For some programmes, the and place in microwave-safe cook- display provides instructions during ware.
Time-setting options en Dish Suitable food Weight Cookware/ac- range cessories in kg Defrost meat 1 Joints, flat pieces of meat, 0.20-2 Shallow cookware chicken, minced meat without lid 1 Defrost fish Whole fish, fish fillet, fish steak 0.10-1 Shallow cookware without lid Fresh e.g.
en Time-setting options 12.1 Time Cancelling the cooking time You can cancel the cooking time at The time is hidden in order to reduce any time. standby consumption. If you touch the display, the time is Press the set cooking time. shown briefly. Reset the cooking time using For operating modes that always 12.2 Setting the cooking time...
Childproof lock en firming that the operation has fin- 13.2 Deactivating the child- ished. proof lock Once the cooking time has Press elapsed, perform one of the follow- Press and hold "Unlock" for ap- ing actions: prox. 4 seconds. If required, you can select other The controls are unlocked.
en Basic settings Display Selection Customisation Selection Clock Display Grill (this setting in- Meals creases energy Elapsed cooking Display 1 consumption) time Do not display Clock dis- 1 Child lock Available played, for set 1 Deactivated time Do not display Factory settings Selection Standby screen Digital + date Factory settings...
EasyClean en to return to the overview or WARNING go back to the main menu. Risk of electric shock! An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. 15 EasyClean Do not use steam- or high-pres- EasyClean sure cleaners to clean the appli- The cleaning aid is a quick alternat- ance.
en Cleaning and servicing 16.3 Cleaning the cooking WARNING compartment Risk of burns! The appliance and its parts that can ATTENTION be touched become hot during use. Incorrect cleaning may damage the Caution should be exercised here cooking compartment. in order to avoid touching heating Do not use oven spray, abrasive elements.
Cleaning and servicing en ATTENTION Clean the wire rack with stainless Using oven cleaner on the self-clean- steel cleaner or in the dishwasher. ing surfaces damages the surfaces. Use steel wool or oven cleaner to Do not use oven cleaner on the remove very heavy soiling.
en Troubleshooting To prevent corrosion on stainless stainless steel cleaning product steel fronts, remove any limescale, with a soft cloth. grease, starch and albumin (e.g. You can obtain the stainless steel egg white) stains immediately. cleaning products from the after- On stainless steel surfaces, use sales service or the online shop.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not The mains plug of the power cord is not plugged in. working. Connect the appliance to the power supply. The circuit breaker in the fuse box has tripped. Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box. There has been a power cut.
en Disposal Fault Cause and troubleshooting Food takes longer A larger amount than usual has been placed in the ap- than usual to heat up. pliance. Set a longer cooking time. You need double the time when you have double the amount.
You can find the information required Foods with peel or skin may burst or as per Regulation (EU) 2023/826 on- explode during heating, or even after- line at www.neff-home.com on the wards. product and service pages for your Never cook eggs in their shell or appliance, in the area of user manu- heat hard-boiled eggs in their shell.
en How it works Select the desired food from the 20.2 Defrosting, heating and recommended settings. cooking with the mi- Place the food in suitable cook- crowave ware. Recommended settings for defrost- Place the cookware in the middle ing, heating and cooking with the mi- on the cooking compartment floor.
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How it works en Food Weight Microwave output Cooking time Whole pieces of 1500 g 1. 180 W 1. 20 min meat, on the bone 2. 90 W 2. 25-30 mins or boned 1 Meat in pieces or 200 g 1. 180 W 1. 5-8 mins 1,2 slices 2. 90 W 2.
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en How it works Food Weight Microwave output Cooking time 2. 90 W 2. 2-4 mins 1 Loaf of bread 500 g 1. 180 W 1. 5 min 2. 90 W 2. 5-10 mins 1 Loaf of bread 1000 g 1. 180 W 1. 8 min 2. 90 W 2. 9-10 mins Cakes, plain, e.g. 500 g 90 W 8-10 mins...
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How it works en Food Weight Microwave output Cooking time setting Menu, plated 300-400 g 600 W 8-13 mins meal, ready meal (2-3 components) Soup 400 g 600 W 8-12 mins Stews 500 g 600 W 10-15 mins Slices or pieces of 500 g 600 W 10-15 mins meat in sauce, e.g. goulash Fish, e.g.
en How it works Issue Issue frosted, hot or food which is After defrosting, Reduce the mi- cooked. piled high require the poultry or crowave power longer times. meat is defrosted setting. on the outside Turn large The time has Stir occasion- but not defrosted pieces of frozen elapsed but your...
How it works en The food transfers heat to the cookware. The cookware can become very hot. Use oven gloves. To achieve best results, we recommend that you reheat food or ready meals at 600 watts. If the packaging specifies a higher microwave output setting, extend the time.
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en How it works Cooking with the microwave Note Cooking tips Place the cookware on the bottom of the cooking compartment. Distribute the food flat in the cookware. Food which lies flat cooks more quickly than food which is piled high. Use microwave-safe cookware with a lid.
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How it works en Blancmange made from blanc- package instructions so that there are no lumps. mange powder Add the rest of the milk and stir WARNING again. Risk of burns! Place the bowl into the cooking Heated food gives off heat. The cook- compartment and close the appli- ware may become hot.
en How it works Food Weight Microwave output Cooking time Microwave 1 bag, 100 g 600 W 2.5-3.5 mins 1 popcorn 20.5 Grilling Grill food if you want it to be crispy. Note Cooking tips Do not preheat. Use food to be grilled that is of a similar weight and thickness. This allows the food to be grilled to brown evenly and remain succulent and juicy.
How it works en Food Quantity Weight Grill set- Cooking ting time 1 Fish steak Approx. 3 (high) 1st side: 150 g Approx. 10 each mins 2nd side: Approx. 15-20 mins Fish, whole, e.g. trout 1 Approx. 3 (high) 1st side: 260 g Approx.
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en How it works Leave bakes and gratins to stand for 5 minutes in the appliance after it has been switched off. Check whether the cookware fits in the cooking compartment. The cookware should not be too big. Leave the meat to sit for 5-10 minutes before carving. This allows the meat juices to be distributed evenly so that they do not run out when the meat is carved.
How it works en Food Weight Grill setting Microwave Cooking time output setting Potato gratin Approx. 2 (medium) 360 W 25-30 mins (made from 1000 g raw potatoes), max. 3 cm deep Fish, gratin- Approx. 600 g 3 (high) 360 W 15 mins ated Baked quark, Approx. 850 g 1 (low) 360 W 20-25 mins max.
en Installation instructions Food Microwave power Cooking time Note: setting in W in mins Cakes Not recommended 21 Installation instructions Installation instructions Observe this information when installing the appliance. 21.1 Scope of delivery After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit and complete- ness of the delivery.
Installation instructions en ¡ Before starting up the appliance, remove any packaging mater- ial and adhesive film from the cooking compartment and the door. ¡ Proceed in accordance with the installation sheets for installing accessories. ¡ Fitted units must be heat-resistant up to 95 °C, and adjacent unit fronts up to 70 °C.
en Installation instructions The appliance corresponds to pro- must be freely accessible. If free tection class I and must only be access to the mains plug is im- operated with a protective earth possible, an all-pole isolating connection. switch must be integrated into the The fuse protection must corres- permanent electrical installation in pond to the power rating specified...
Installation instructions en 21.6 Installation in a tall unit ATTENTION Unsuitable tools may damage the Observe the installation dimensions surface of the appliance. and the safety clearances in a tall Only use plastic tools. unit. Do not use pointed or sharp tools. WARNING Risk of tipping! Appliances with an open appliance...
en Installation instructions on the appliance door down and and press down at the top until it towards the panel is in place. There may be noises when the Attach the red fastening elements panels are removed. at the top. Take hold of the panel on the side Attach the green fastening ele- without the door hinges using both ments at the bottom.
Installation instructions en Screw the appliance into place. Insert the panels until a clicking sound is heard. 21.9 Installing panels The arrow inside the panels must point upwards. WARNING Position the groove on the panels Risk of injury! above the corresponding trans- Parts that are accessible during in- verse rib on the red fastening part.
en Installation instructions panel between the appliance door If necessary, press on the fasten- and the control panel ing elements again. Turn the adjustment screws for the fastening elements to the left or right to adjust the alignment of the panels. To loosen the panel, close the ap- pliance door and at the same...
Installation instructions en Pre-drill the filling piece and the 21.12 Removing the appliance unit to establish a screw connec- WARNING tion. Risk of injury! Parts that are accessible during in- stallation may have sharp edges and may lead to cutting injuries. Wear protective gloves. ATTENTION Unsuitable tools may damage the surface of the appliance.
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