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- Page 1 MC_174 Microwave oven 900W Operating instructions...
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Page 2: Dear Customer
Dear customer, Thank you for buying an AEG microwave oven and putting your trust in the AEG brand name. Before using your AEG microwave for the first time, please read the instruction book thoroughly. This will enable you to take advantage of all the features that the appliance offers. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important information Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging and old appliances ....... . . Safety Instructions General . - Page 4 Contents Cooking charts and Tips Auto Defrost ........Practical tips for use .
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Page 5: Important Information Ecologically Responsible Disposal Of Packaging
Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging materials and old appliances Packaging materials AEG microwave ovens require effective packaging to protect them during transportation. Only the minimum packaging necessary is used. Packaging materials (e.g. foil or styrofoam) can place children at risk. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions General
·Should the door seals and/or door seal surfaces be damaged, the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by the Comet Service Centre or by an AEG-trained electrician. ·Damaged appliance parts can only be replaced by exactly the same make of parts. -
Page 7: Microwaves
Microwaves · When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid - with the risk of scalding the user. To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken: 1. - Page 8 Safety Instructions Do not use your microwave oven for the following : · to boil eggs or escargots in their shells, as they will burst. Eggs can be poached or «fried» in a microwave oven as long as the yolks are pricked. ·...
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Page 9: General Operating Instructions Suitable Ovenware
General operating instructions Suitable ovenware Ovenware material Mode of operation Defrost- Heating Cooking Ovenproof glass and ceramic dishes (without any metal parts, e.g. Pyrex, Oven-to-tableware) Non ovenproof glass and porcelain (e.g. table crockery) Glass ceramic and vitro-ceramic made of fire/frost proof material (e.g. -
Page 10: What Else To Look Out For
General operating instructions What else to note... · Food comes in all shapes, sizes and textures. The quantities also vary. For these reasons the time and amount of energy needed to defrost, heat or cook will also vary. As a general rule : Double the power = nearly half the time Please refer to the cooking charts. -
Page 11: Connecting To The Mains
Installation and Connection Installation 1. Remove any promotion label from the door. 2. Install the oven on a flat, level surface. The surface must be strong enough to safely bear the weight (22 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position. -
Page 12: Electrical Connections
Installation and Connection Electrical connections · WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. • If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. -
Page 13: Product Description The Appliance
Product Description The appliance 1 Cooking compartment. Wipe the compartment clean after using the oven. 2 Viewing window. Food can be checked while the microwave oven is in operation. 3 Oven door. The door must always be firmly closed while cooking. 4 Latch hook. -
Page 14: Control Panel
Product Description The control panel 1. Display window – showing time of day and cooking time. 2. Quick Set – Clock, for setting the clock. 3. Reheat – quick reheat. 4. Auto Defrost – Auto Defrost by weight. 5. Reduce Power – To reduce power to desired microwave power level. -
Page 15: Accessories
Product Description Accessories Turntable Installation 1. Place the turntable support on the cavity bottom. 2. Place the turntable on top of the turntable support as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. Never place the turntable upside down. -
Page 16: Setting The Clock
Before using the appliance Setting the clock Example: 4:30 hrs When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the numbers in the display reset 00:00 ”. to “ This 12 hour digital clock allows you to set it from “ 01:00 ” to 12:59 ” To set: 4:30 hrs 1. -
Page 17: «At A Glance» Operating Instructions
«At a glance» operating instructions Action Comments 1. Press door open. The door opens. 2. Place food on the turntable. 3. Shut the door. The door will click audibly when it is properly shut. If the door is not shut properly, the appliance will not function. - Page 18 ‘At a glance’ operating instructions Action Comments • Modify the selected cooking The cooking time/weight in the display time/weight: turn the rotary knob changes when turning the rotary clockwise or anticlockwise knob1) • Modify the selected microwave The new power setting is displayed for power.
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Page 19: Modes Of Operation
Modes of operation The appliance features the following functions: Kitchen timer The kitchen timer can also be used as a general purpose reminder. For example you could use it to set the time it takes to boil the egg that you are cooking on the hob. Microwave only In this mode, microwaves generate heat directly in the food. -
Page 20: Kitchen Timer
Modes of Operation Kitchen Timer Example: To set the kitchen timer for 7 minutes 1. Touch Reduce Power pad ”PO” (microwave power 0W) will be 11 times indicated in the display 2. Turn the Rotary knob to ”7:00” will be indicated in the display the right until 7:00 is indicated in the display 3. -
Page 21: Microwave Power Setting Guide
Microwave power cooking Example: To cook at 630W, power level 7, for 5 minutes 1. Touch Reduce Power pad ”P630” will be indicated in the display 4 times 2. Turn the Rotary knob to ”5:00” will be indicated in the display the right until 5:00 is indicated in the display 3. -
Page 22: Quick Reheat
Modes of Operation Quick Reheat • This is a convenient feature when in a hurry and is ideal for quickly reheating small quantities of liquid or a small portion of food. Example: To reheat a cup of water for 2 minutes. “... -
Page 23: Autodefrost
Autodefrost • The Autodefrost by weight feature is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry of fish. Example: To defrost 400g of minced meat: 1. Touch Autodefrost pad “dEF3” will be indicated in the display 2. Turn the Rotary knob to ”0.4”... -
Page 24: Autocook Programmes
Modes of Operation Autocook programmes • The Autocook programmes allow you to simply and automatically cook a range of popular foods. • Operation is very easy. Simply touch the appropriate key the correct amount of times (see directions below) and touch START. •... - Page 25 Autocook programmes SOUP, to reheat 250ml from fridge temperature: 1. Pour the soup into a suitable bowl. 2. Turn the Rotary knob to the left until “SOUP” lights up in the display 3. Touch Start pad Cooking time will count down. PLATE OF FOOD, to reheat 225g - 400g “ready meal”...
- Page 26 Modes of Operation Autocook programmes Example: To cook a “ready meal”, 350g from fridge temperature 1. Place the plate with food on the turntable. 2. Turn the Rotary knob to the left until “PLA2” lights up in the display 3. Touch Start pad Cooking time will count down.
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Page 27: Child Safety Lock
Autocook programmes Frozen vegetables, 150g - 450g 1. To cook 150g frozen vegetables, turn the Rotary knob to the left until “Fr01” lights up in the display To cook 300g frozen vegetables, turn the Rotary knob to the left until “Fr02”... -
Page 28: Defrosting Instructions Using 180W
Modes of Operation Defrosting instructions using 180W Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using the “180W” power setting. Food (180W) Standing Preparation time (mins) Bread Small loaf 8 -10 min 10 - 15 Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper. -
Page 29: Cooking Charts And Tips
Cooking Charts and Tips Auto Defrost STANDING FOOD PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS TIME Beef Cubed Remove any thawed cubes 10–15 min and stir, ensuring that the frozen cubes are around the edge of the dish. Minced Remove any thawed portions 5–10 min. and turn over. - Page 30 Cooking Charts and Tips Auto Defrost STANDING FOOD PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS TIME Lamb Lamb Joint Place on an upturned Remove foil and turn over. 30–40 min. saucer on a plate or on a microwaveproof rack. Shield thin areas and outer edges with smooth pieces of foil.
- Page 31 Auto Defrost STANDING FOOD PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS TIME Spareribs If frozen in a block, Remove foil. 10–15 min separate as soon as Turn over, rearrange and possible. Shield remove any thawed pieces. both ends with smooth pieces of foil. Pork Joint Place on an upturned Remove foil and turn over.
- Page 32 Cooking Charts and Tips Auto Defrost STANDING FOOD PREPARATION PAUSE DIRECTIONS TIME Turkey Pieces Use a microwaveproof Remove foil. 10–15 min. rack or shallow dish. Shield Turn over and shield any. thin parts with smooth warm areas with foil. pieces of foil. Arrange so thicker parts are towards the outside of the dish Fish...
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Page 33: Practical Tips For Use
Cooking Charts and Tips Practical tips for use General ·After switching off your appliance, let food stand inside for a few minutes to allow even heat distribution (standing time). ·Remove any aluminium foil or packaging containing metal before preparing the food. ·Metal objects must be placed at least 2cm away from the cooking space walls and door. -
Page 34: Tips On Microwaving
Cooking Charts and Tips Defrosting of butter, pieces of layer cake and cottage cheese –Do not fully defrost in the appliance, but leave to adjust out- side. This will give a more even result. –Remove any metal or aluminium foil packaging and/or accessories before defrosting Defrosting of fruit and vegetables –Fruit and vegetables that are to be used raw later should not be... -
Page 35: Cleaning And Care
3 Cleaning and care The Appliance Exterior Wipe the front of the appliance using a soft cloth and a mild, warm detergent solution. Do not use abrasive cleaning substances, strong detergents or coarse abrasive cleaning materials. Cooking area The interior will remain in good condition for a long time so long as you don't use scouring pads or rough abrasive materials. -
Page 36: What To Do If
...the interior light is not working ? -Call your local Comet Service Centre. The interior light bulb can be exchanged only by trained AEG technicians..the food is taking longer to heat through and cook than before ? -Set a longer cooking time (double quantity = nearly double time) or –if the food is colder than usual, rotate or turn from time to time or... -
Page 37: Service Information
Service Information You can perform certain maintenance on your own; these operations are listed in section «What to do if...». First verify the problem, then look it up in the section. If you do not find the solution therein, then please contact your local Comet Service Centre. -
Page 38: Technical Data
Technical Data Overall dimension Width 520 mm Depth 407 mm Height 292 mm Cavity dimension Width 349 mm Depth 350 mm Height 198 mm Volume 24 litre Power source 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz Fuse Power consumption 2750W Power output 900W Weight 22kg... -
Page 40: After Sales Service
Metric to Imperial 1 oz = 28.35 g = 0.0353 oz 1 lb = 454 g 1 kg = 2.20 lb Cornwall House 55 - 57 High Street SLOUGH SL1 1BQ Telephone: 08705 350350 ©Copyright by AEG 8221911-85 Revision 3/21.09.1999...