Miele DGC 4084 XL Operating Instructions Manual
Miele DGC 4084 XL Operating Instructions Manual

Miele DGC 4084 XL Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Combi-Steam Oven
DGC 4084 XL
DGC 4086 XL
en - US
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 09 064 860

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Combi-Steam Oven DGC 4084 XL DGC 4086 XL en - US To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 064 860...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....... . . 4 Guide to the appliance ..........8 Control panel .
  • Page 3 Contents Additional functions ..........37 Start time / Finish .
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct usage WARNING- When using your This appliance is not designed for appliance follow basic precautions, commercial use. It is intended for use in including the following: domestic households and in similar working and residential environments Read all instructions before such as: installation or use of the combi-steam oven to prevent injury...
  • Page 5 After it has been turned off, isolate it from the main power supply and contact the Miele Technical Service Department. Ensure that power is not restored to the appliance during maintenance or repair work.
  • Page 6 Installation, repair and maintenance Do not leave the appliance work should be performed by a Miele unattended when cooking with oil or authorized service technician. Work by grease. These items may ignite if unqualified persons could be overheated.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not store items on the appliance Do not leave cooked foods in the when not in use. Items could melt or cooking compartment. Do not use items catch fire from residual heat or if the in the steam oven which may rust. This appliance is turned on inadvertently.
  • Page 8: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance On/Off Lift Panel Clear Timer...
  • Page 9 Guide to the appliance a Control panel b Ventilation outlet c Moisture sensor d Temperature sensor e Lighting f Grease filter g Door gasket h Drip channel i Browning / Broil element j Side runners with 3 shelf levels k Drain l Slide-in compartment for condensate container m Condensate container n Slide-in compartment for water container...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Guide to the appliance Control panel On/Off Lift Panel Clear Timer The appliance is operated using the control panel, display a and the electronic touch controls b - g. An audible tone will sound each time a control is touched. Touch Function control...
  • Page 11: Display

    Guide to the appliance Display The display shows the following in addition to text: Symbol Description ß This symbol appears next to a menu item or a prompt, e.g. "Continue", and is allocated with a sensor. Select the desired option by touching the button beside the symbol.
  • Page 12: Included Accessories

    Guide to the appliance Included accessories All standard and additional accessories can be reordered if necessary (see "Optional accessories"). DGGL 20 1 perforated cooking container Size 17.7" W x 7.5" D x 1.6" H DGG 20 1 solid cooking container Size 17.7"...
  • Page 13: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time The appliance will turn on automatically when it is connected to the power supply. A welcome screen will appear in the display and you will then be asked to select some basic settings which are needed to set the appliance up for first time use.
  • Page 14 Before using for the first time Time of day You will then be requested to enter the Time of day. You can either use the controls next to + and - or the numerical keypad to enter the time. Enter the time as 4 figures, e.g. 10 minutes past 9 o'clock in the morning = 09:10.
  • Page 15: Cleaning For The First Time

    Before using for the first time A functional test is carried out on the appliance at the factory, this may cause some water may drip from the lines into the oven compartment during transport. Cleaning for the first time Remove any protective foil. Water container Take the water container out of the appliance and rinse it by hand or in the dishwasher.
  • Page 16: Setting The Correct Boiling Point For Water

    Before using for the first time Setting the correct boiling point for water Run the Steam / Universal (212°F / 100°C) program for 15 minutes. Continue as described in the "Quick Guide" section. This procedure sets the correct boiling point for water for the altitude in your area and also flushes the waterlines.
  • Page 17: Description Of The Functions

    Description of the functions Control panel The water and condensate containers are located behind the lift-up control panel. The panel can be opened by touching "Lift Panel" and closed by touching "Lift Panel" then "OK". The panel is equipped with a finger pinch protection. If it encounters resistance when opening/closing, the process is interrupted.
  • Page 18: Temperature

    Description of the functions Temperature Some functions have default temperatures. The default temperature can be altered within a given range (see "Functions") for an individual cooking program or permanently (see "Settings"). Cooking duration (time) Depending on the function, you can set a cooking duration of between 1 - 6 minutes and 10 - 12 hours.
  • Page 19: Preheating Phase

    Description of the functions Preheating phase While the appliance is heating up to the set temperature, the display will show the rising temperature inside the oven along with the words "Preheating phase" (Exceptions: MasterChef, Menu cooking, Reheating, Maintenance). Steam When cooking with steam, the duration of the preheating phase will depend on the quantity and temperature of the food.
  • Page 20: Interior Lighting

    Description of the functions Interior lighting To save energy, the oven compartment lighting has been set at the factory to turn off after the program has started. To turn the light on for a short time during operation, touch one of the inactive touch controls on the left or right hand side of the display.
  • Page 21: Programs / Functions

    Programs / Functions Complete information on the following functions, as well as tips for using your appliance can be found in the enclosed booklets "User instructions". Default Available Program / Function temperature Temperature range Combination steam ConvectionPlus 300 °F 85 - 437 °F 150 °C 30 - 225 °C For roasting and baking...
  • Page 22 Programs / Functions Default Available Program / Function temperature Temperature range Bake 375 °F 210 - 437 °F 190 °C 100 - 225 °C Use this at the end of the baking time to brown the bottom of the food some more Broil 437 °F 300 - 437 °F...
  • Page 23 Programs / Functions Default Available Program / Function temperature Temperature range Defrost 140 °F 120 - 140 °F 60 °C 50 - 60 °C For gentle thawing of frozen products 300 °F 85 - 437 °F Humidity plus 150 °C 30 - 225 °C For cake mixes Lighting...
  • Page 24: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Check that the drain filter is fitted correctly before each cooking program. Coarse food particles can clog the drain. Filling the water container Make sure you do not touch the appliance door handle while the panel is opening or closing. Danger of pinching fingers! ^ Select "Lift Panel"...
  • Page 25: Setting A Cooking Duration

    Quick Guide Setting a cooking duration ^ Enter the duration with either + / - or the numerical keypad and confirm with "OK". If you are using the numerical keypad to enter the duration, you must enter both the hour and the minutes if the duration is more than 59 minutes.
  • Page 26 Quick Guide After use ^ Remove the water and condensate containers and empty. Push the water container slightly upwards to remove it. ^ Clean and dry the whole appliance after each use. See "Cleaning and care". Make sure the appliance is completely dry before closing the door.
  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation During operation Interrupting a program or cooking Operations are interrupted as soon as the door is opened. The heating will turn off and the remaining cooking duration will be stored in memory until the door is closed again. Operation will resume when the door is closed. Functions using steam: Steam will escape when the door is opened.
  • Page 28 Operation Saving settings You can save the settings for a cooking program while it is in progress, so that you can call it up again from the Favorites menu at a later date. ^ Select "Change". ^ Touch one of the buttons next to the arrows in the display until "Save as"...
  • Page 29: Steam Cooking - Universal / Defrost

    Operation Steam Cooking - Universal / Defrost ^ Fill the water container and place it into the appliance. ^ Place the food in the appliance. ^ Turn the appliance on. ^ Select the desired mode. ^ Confirm the default temperature with "OK". Or a different temperature can be entered at this time if desired.
  • Page 30: Combination Steam

    Operation Combination steam Combination steam works by combining heat and steam. You can combine up to six cooking stages in a combination steam program. You can set the temperature, moisture level and duration for each cooking stage. The cooking program will be completed in the order the individual stages were entered.
  • Page 31 Operation Cooking stage 2 ^ Select the desired mode. ^ Set the temperature and confirm with "Continue". ^ Set the moisture level and confirm with "Continue". ^ Set the duration and confirm with "Continue". ^ Select "Add another cooking stage". Cooking stage 3 ^ Select the desired mode.
  • Page 32: Convectionplus / Surround / Browning / Bake / Ecobroil / Convectionbroil / Intensive / Humidity Plus

    Operation ConvectionPlus / Surround / Browning / Bake / EcoBroil / ConvectionBroil / Intensive / Humidity Plus The grease filter on the back wall must be removed for baking. Exception: Place the grease filter in the back wall when baking single crust (bottom) deep fresh fruit pies or pizza with thick toppings.
  • Page 33: Menu Cooking

    Operation Menu Cooking You can select up to three ingredients, e.g. fish, rice and vegetables. The various components can be selected in any order. The combi-steam oven uses cooking duration for its calculations so that food with the longest cooking duration must be placed in the oven first.
  • Page 34: Reheat

    Operation Reheat ^ Fill the water container and place it in the appliance. ^ Turn the appliance on using the "On/Off" button. ^ Select "Reheat". ^ Either confirm the default temperature with "OK" or enter and confirm the desired temperature. ^ Either confirm the moisture level with "OK"...
  • Page 35: Favorites

    Operation Favorites You can save up to 25 cooking programs each with a maximum of 6 cooking stages under names that you can create in the Favorites menu. All the functions listed under "Favorites" can be combined together. The display will only show the standard functions until you have created a Favorite.
  • Page 36 Operation Create ^ Select "Favorites". ^ Select "Create". ^ Select the desired mode. ^ Enter the settings as usual and confirm with "Continue". A summary will appear in the display. You can add additional cooking stages or after confirming with "Continue" you can save the cooking program.
  • Page 37: Additional Functions

    Additional functions Start time / Finish You can delay the start time. The appliance will turn on automatically at the selected time. It is not possible to delay the start time when using "Menu cooking"and "Maintenance". Using "Start time" you can enter when you would like the program to start.
  • Page 38: Timer

    Additional functions Timer The timer can be used to manage kitchen activities. You can also use the timer when a program is running. A time can be set between 1 second and 9 hours 59 minutes. A time of up to 10 minutes will be shown in min:sec in the display, and a time of more than 10 minutes in h:min.
  • Page 39: Lighting

    Additional functions Lighting You can set the lighting to stay on when the appliance is not being operated, e.g. when cleaning. ^ Turn the appliance on with the "On/Off" button. ^ Select "Lighting". System lock The system lock prevents the combi-steam oven from being turned on unintentionally.
  • Page 40: Settings

    Settings Some of the standard settings have an alternative which you can select if desired. Multiple settings can be changed one after the other. Proceed as follows: ^ Turn the appliance on. ^ Select the "Settings" menu. ^ Select the setting you want to change. A checkmark L indicates which setting is currently selected.
  • Page 41: Lighting

    Settings Lighting You can choose whether you want the oven cavity to be illuminated throughout the cooking program or only for 15 seconds. Change main menu You can change the order of options in the main menu by placing up to three options (except the Settings option) at the beginning of the main menu.
  • Page 42: Keep Warm

    Settings Keep warm This function can be activated or deactivated. This setting is deactivated as the factory default setting. Automatic rinse This function can be activated or deactivated. Default temperatures If you frequently change a default temperature it may be a good idea to change it permanently.
  • Page 43: Safety

    Settings Safety Once "System lock" setting has been changed to "Permitted", you will be able to activate the system lock when the combi-steam oven is turned off. Units of measurement The weight to be shown in lbs or kg, the temperature in °F or °C and the depth/thickness in inches or cm.
  • Page 44: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the combi-steam oven. The steam could reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Clean and dry the appliance and accessories after each use. Allow the appliance to cool down. Make sure the appliance is completely dry before closing the door.
  • Page 45: Appliance Front

    Cleaning and Care Appliance front Remove soiling on the appliance front right away. If soiling is left on, it may be impossible to remove and the surfaces can discolor or change. Glass cleaners may be used to clean the exterior. However do not allow them to sit or "puddle", this can cause damage to the surface.
  • Page 46: Accessories

    A small amount of vinegar can be used to remove any bluish discoloration on the cooking containers. You could also use the Miele ceramic and stainless steel cleaner (see "Optional accessories"). Rinse the containers thoroughly with clean water to remove any residual cleaning...
  • Page 47 Rinse and dry the drain filter after each use. Stains and limescale deposits can be removed with vinegar. You could also use the Miele ceramic and stainless steel cleaner (see "Optional accessories"). Rinse it thoroughly with clean water to remove any residual cleaning agents.
  • Page 48: Oven Interior

    Cleaning and Care Oven interior The oven interior is made from stainless steel which has been treated with a PerfectClean finish which gives the surface an iridescent appearance. See "Cleaning and Care - PerfectClean". For easy cleaning of the oven interior you can remove the door and the side runners.
  • Page 49 Wipe dry with a soft cloth. Replace the seal with a new one if it becomes porous or brittle. Door seals are available from Miele.
  • Page 50: Perfectclean

    Cleaning and Care PerfectClean The surfaces of the oven interior, side runners, Universal tray and wire oven rack have a PerfectClean finish. The PerfectClean enamel is a smooth, nonstick surface that cleans easily with a sponge. For optimal use, it is important to clean the surfaces each time the combi-steam oven is used.
  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Cleaning and Care Maintenance Soak Excessive soiling after roasting can be soaked using this program. ^ Allow the oven interior to cool down. ^ Remove all accessories and fill the water container. ^ Select "Maintenance". ^ Select "Soak" and follow the instructions in the display. The soaking process takes about 10 minutes.
  • Page 52 Cleaning and Care Descale For optimum cleaning results it is recommended that you use Miele descaling tablets to descale your combi-steam oven (see "Optional accessories") to avoid damage to the appliance. Ensure that the descaling agent does not come into contact with the door handle or the metal control panel as this could cause marks.
  • Page 53 Cleaning and Care After the final confirmation of "OK" the descaling starts. The descaling program can be canceled only during the first minute. Do not turn the appliance off during the descaling program or the program will have to be restarted. After a period of about 30 minutes there is a rinse cycle.
  • Page 54: Removing The Runners

    Cleaning and Care Removing the runners ^ Pull the runners sideways first a then forward b and out. ^ Re-insert them in the reverse order. Oven door To remove the door Before the door can be removed the release levers on both door hinges must be unlocked.
  • Page 55 Cleaning and Care ^ Unlock the release levers on both door hinges by pushing on them. Turn the release levers until they click and are in a slanted position. Never pull the door off the brackets in the horizontal position. These will then snap back, and damage the device.
  • Page 56 Cleaning and Care To dismantle the door The door is protected all around by seals against the penetration of vapors. If soiling builds up in the space between the glass panels, you can disassemble the door to clean the inside of the glass.
  • Page 57 Cleaning and Care ^ Lift the inner panel slightly and pull it out. ^ Lift the middle glass panel slightly and pull it out. The seals may sometimes loosen during this process. These seals protect the panel from slipping in the frame. ^ Clean the glass panels and other items.
  • Page 58 Cleaning and Care ^ Replace the inner panel with the printed text facing down. Slide the panel back as far as it will go. Ensure that the side seals do not slip. Proper fit of the seal ensures that no vapors can penetrate the door during cooking programs.
  • Page 59: Faq

    1 minute. Reconnect the power and turn the appliance on. If it still does not heat, contact Miele Technical Service. The demo program Deactivate the demo program is activated and the (see "Settings - Showroom device does not program").
  • Page 60 (see "Frequently the "Lift Panel" button. happen occasionally that asked questions - Manually the control panel does not opening the control panel). open or close. If the problem occurs very frequently, contact Miele Technical Service.
  • Page 61 This does not indicate a defect. The lighting is burned out Contact Miele Technical The oven lighting does not work. Service to replace the lighting. The "Start time" These functions are not available when using "Menu function does not cooking"...
  • Page 62 Communications failure Turn the appliance off and after a F 195 few minutes on again. If the fault message still appears, contact Miele Technical Service. F 55 The maximum duration The appliance can be used for operating on a again immediately by turning it function has been off and back on again.
  • Page 63 Confirm with "OK" and continue the operation. If the fault message is displayed again, contact Miele Technical Service. F 196 There is a technical fault. Turn the appliance off and then back on again.
  • Page 64 Frequently asked questions Manually opening the control panel Manually closing the control panel ^ Carefully open the appliance door. ^ Grasp the panel at top and bottom. ^ Gently push the panel downwards. ^ Grasp the panel at top and bottom. ^ Pull the panel out forward first.
  • Page 65: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Miele offers a range of useful accessories as well as cleaning and care products for your appliance. You can easily order these products from the Mieleusa.com store or your Miele dealer. Cooking containers There are a number of perforated and soiled cooking containers in different sizes.
  • Page 66 Optional accessories DGGL 5 Perforated cooking container Gross capacity 5.28 pints (2.5 liters) / net capacity 4.23 pints (2 liters) 12.8" W x 10.4" D x 2.4" H DGGL 6 Perforated cooking container Gross capacity 8.45 pints (4 liters) / net capacity 5.92 pints (2.8 liters) 12.8"...
  • Page 67 Optional accessories DGD 1/3 Small lid for DGGL 1, DGGL 5, DGGL 6, DGG 2, DGG 7 and DGG 11 cooking containers DGD 1/2 Large lid for DGGL 4, DGGL 8 and DGG 3 cooking containers Other FlexiClip The FlexiClip can be used on any shelf level. Each shelf level can be taken out of the oven individually.
  • Page 68 Optional accessories Gourmet casserole dish Die-cast aluminum dish with a non-stick finish and stainless steel lid. Fits directly into a side runner or the FlexiClips. Not suitable for use on induction or gas cooktops. HUB 5000-XL Depth 13.8" (35 cm), maximum capacity approx. 17.6 lbs (8 kg) The dish cannot be placed in the appliance with the lid on.
  • Page 69 Optional accessories Cleaning and care products The Miele range includes cleaning and care products specifically for your appliance. Descaling tablets 6 tablets To descale the appliance Ceramic and stainless steel cleaner 250 ml Removes discoloration from cooking containers...
  • Page 70: Technical Data

    WARNING: please consult a licensed electrician THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE or contact Miele’s Technical Service GROUNDED! Department. Installer: Please leave these instructions with the consumer.
  • Page 71: After Sales Service And Data Plate

    After sales service and data plate In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Technical Service Department at the phone numbers listed on the back of this booklet. When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
  • Page 72: Caring For Our Environment

    Caring for our environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of an old appliance The transport and protective packing Old appliances may contain materials materials are environmentally friendly that can be recycled. Please contact for disposal and may be recyclable. your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials.
  • Page 76 Alteration rights reserved / 1013 M.-Nr. 09 064 860 / 02 INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE TO OBTAIN THE MOST CURRENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, TECHNICAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION.

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