AEG Microwave Oven MCD_274 User Manual

MCD_274  
Microwave oven  
900W  
E
Operating instructions  
 
UK  
Contents  
Important information  
Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging  
and old appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Safety Instructions  
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
For trouble free and safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Microwaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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General operating instructions  
Suitable ovenware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
What else to look out for.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Installation and Connection  
Installation.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Connecting to the mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Product Description  
The Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Before using the appliance  
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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“At a glance” operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Modes of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Microwave Power cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Microwave Power setting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Grill cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Microwave and Grill cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Autodefrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Autocook programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Child Safety Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Defrosting instructions using 180W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Contents  
Cooking charts and Tips  
Grill cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Microwave and Grill cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Practical tips for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Tips on microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
What to do if... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Comet  
After Sales Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover  
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UK  
Important information  
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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.  
Danger of suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.  
All packaging materials used are environment friendly and recyclable.  
The cardboard is made from recycled paper and the wooden parts are  
untreated. Plastic items are marked as follows :  
«PE» polyethylene eg packaging film  
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«PS» polystyrene eg packaging (CFC-free)  
«PP» polypropylene eg packaging straps  
By using and re-using the packaging, raw materials are saved and  
waste volume is reduced.  
Packaging should be taken to your nearest recycling centre. Contact  
your local council for information.  
Disposal of old appliances  
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Old appliances should be made safe before disposal by removing the  
plug, and cutting off and disposing of the power cable.  
It should then be taken to the nearest recycling centre or returned to  
your electrical retailer, who may dispose of it for a small charge.  
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Safety instructions  
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General  
·The appliance should only be operated with the turntable and  
turntable support inserted.  
·Only suitable microwave ovenware should be used.  
To protect the appliance against corrosion from moisture  
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(condensation) in the cavity or on the door, wipe these areas dry  
after each use.  
Do not leave the appliance unattended when warming or cooking  
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food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper, or other  
flammable materials.  
·If smoke is observed, keep the oven door closed and disconnect  
the power supply. Never use the microwave oven if it is no longer  
functioning properly.  
·This appliance complies with all relevant safety instructions. In  
order to maintain the safety of the appliance, repairs should only  
be carried out by a fully qualified electrician, trained by the  
manufacturer. Repairs carried out by unqualified electricians can  
place the user in severe danger. In the case of any defect or  
breakdown, please therefore contact your local electrical dealer or  
the Comet Service Department directly.  
·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. Special tools are required for this operation.  
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·WARNING : Do not allow children to use the microwave oven  
without supervision unless they have been thoroughly instructed in  
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the proper use and the dangers of improper operation  
For trouble free and safe operation  
·Never jam anything between the door and the door frame.  
·Always keep the door seals and their surfaces clean.  
·Do not keep any flammable items in the microwave. They could  
ignite when the unit is switched on.  
·Switch the appliance on only when the food has been placed inside  
the cooking space, as it could overload if there is no food  
present.  
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Microwaves  
· When heating liquids, e.g. soups, sauces and beverages in your  
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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. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.  
2. Do not overheat.  
3. Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and  
again halfway through the heating time.  
4. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time,  
stirring again before carefully removing the container.  
· Food with «skin» or «peel», such as potatoes, tomatoes, sausages,  
and the like, should be pierced with a fork so that any steam  
present can escape and the food will not burst.  
· Make sure that a minimum temperature of 70°C is attained for the  
cooking/heating of food. Never use a mercury or liquid  
thermometer for measuring the temperature of the food.  
· Baby food in jars or bottles should always be heated without a lid  
or top, and well stirred or shaken after heating, to ensure  
uniform distribution of the heat. Always check the  
temperature before feeding your child.  
· The hot food in a microwave oven will heat up the ovenware. For  
this reason always use oven gloves for handling hot dishes.  
· Never cook your food for too long or at too high a power  
setting. Some areas of the food can dry out or even ignite.  
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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.  
· to heat large quantities of cooking oil (fondue or  
deep frying) and drinks containing a high  
percentage of alcohol - there is danger of  
spontaneous combustion!  
· to heat unopened cans, bottles, etc.  
· to dry animals, textiles or paper.  
· for crockery like porcelain, ceramics, or porous  
earthenware (e.g. on the handles or unglazed  
bases) that can fill up with water. This can cause  
vapour pressure to build up during cooking which  
could shatter the dish.  
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Grill  
The viewing window heats up during grilling (and  
combination grilling and microwave cooking), so keep small  
children away from the appliance.  
To close the door when the viewing window is hot, press the  
on the lower right-hand side of the door.  
The cooking area, the grill heating elements, the shelf racks,  
the turntable and the anti-splash glass plate become very  
hot during all modes. You should therefore take care before  
touching anything. Take care not to be burned!  
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3 General operating instructions  
Suitable ovenware  
Ovenware material  
Mode of operation  
Micro- Grill  
wave  
Combination  
Ovenproof glass and ceramic  
dishes (without any metal parts,  
e.g. Pyrex, Oven-to-tableware)  
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Non ovenproof glass and porcelain  
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(e.g. table crockery )  
Glass ceramic and vitro-ceramic  
made of fire/frost proof material  
(e.g. Arcoflam)  
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Ovenproof earthenware )  
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Plastic, heat-resistant up to  
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200°C )  
Paper, cardboard  
Cling film  
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Microwave cling film  
Black-lacquered or silicone-  
coated baking tins  
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Roasting bag )  
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X suitable  
- non suitable  
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) excluding silver, gold, platinum or metal decoration  
) does not include glaze containing metal  
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) please note the maximum temperature stated by the manufacturer  
) do not use the grill shelf together with metal recipients.  
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What else to note...  
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· 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. To be on the safe side, always  
select the shorter cooking time. Then extend the time as necessary.  
· Microwaves work by making the food heat itself up. Because of this,  
not all areas of the food will be heated at the same time. When  
heating larger quantities of food, it is particularly important to stir or  
turn them over.  
· Standing time” is referred to in the cooking charts. This is the  
time you should leave the food to stand without power (either  
inside or outside the appliance). This ensures even distribution of  
heat throughout the food.  
Installation and Connection  
200mm  
50mm  
Installation  
A gap all around the oven is  
necessary in order to ensure  
perfect ventilation: 200 mm  
above the oven and any objects,  
50mm on the sides and behind  
the oven.  
This appliance complies with the following EC Directives :  
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC with  
amendment 90/683/EEC and the CE marking Directive  
93/68/EEC.  
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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.  
3. Keep the oven away from heat and water. Exposure to heat and water can  
lower oven efficiency and lead to malfunctioning, so be sure to install the  
oven away from heat and water sources.  
4. Do not block air vents on the top and the sides of the cabinet and also do  
not place any articles on the top of the oven. If air vents are blocked during  
operation, the oven may overheat, and this may lead to malfunctioning. Hot  
air escapes from the vents, so be sure not to obstruct it or let curtains come  
between the oven and the rear wall.  
5. Place the oven as far away from radios and TV’s as possible. This oven does  
conform to EEC requirements* of radio interference suppression, but some  
interference may occur if it is placed too close to a radio or TV, so keep  
them as far apart as possible.  
This appliance conforms to the requirements of EEC Radio Interference  
Directive 87/308/EEC.  
Connecting to the mains  
The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230240 V, 50Hz,  
earthed socket outlet.  
Earth protection minimizes the risks should a short circuit occur. Check to  
ensure the voltage of the oven matches the supply.  
N.B. If the oven is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the  
cord is earthed.  
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WARNING! This appliance must not be used on a nonearth protected power  
supply.  
Contact an electrician if you are uncertain regarding electrical connection of  
the oven or provision of earth protection of the supply.  
This appliance must be earthed. If this appliance is fitted with a non-  
rewirable plug for which your socket is unsuitable, the plug should be cut  
off and the appropriate plug fitted. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a  
nonrewirable plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost  
or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained.  
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Electrical connections  
· WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be  
observed.  
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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.  
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. The cut off plug should then be  
disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a  
13 Amp socket in another part of your home.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
GREEN AND YELLOW  
BLUE  
BROWN  
EARTH  
NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your  
appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your  
plug, proceed as follows:  
Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is  
marked with the letter E” or the earth symbol (  
yellow.  
) or coloured green and  
Connect the blue  
(neutral) wire to the  
terminal in  
GREEN & YELLOW  
13 AMP FUSE  
the plug which is  
marked with the letter  
”N” or coloured black.  
Connect the brown  
(live) wire to the  
terminal in the plug  
which is marked with  
the letter Lor  
BROWN  
coloured red.  
BLUE  
CORD CLAMP  
C
P0329  
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Product Description  
The appliance  
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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.  
5 Safety interlock system.  
6 Control panel.  
7 Turntable. Made of special heat-resistant glass. Food in a suitable  
container is placed on this tray for cooking. Do not use the oven without  
the turntable.  
8 Turntable support. Place the support on the floor of the cooking  
chamber to support the turntable.  
9 Door open.  
A Browner/Grill element.  
B Grill rack used for most cooking and browning/grilling.  
C Drive shaft for turntable  
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The control panel  
1. Display window Ð showing  
time of day and cooking time.  
2.Quick Set Ð Clock, for setting  
the clock.  
3.Grill Ð 1300W.  
4.Grill + Micro Ð 150W or 450W  
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Micro + Grill.  
5.Auto Defrost – Auto Defrost  
by weight.  
6.Reduce Power Ð To reduce  
power to desired microwave  
power level.  
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7.Clear/Stop Ð Stop. For  
interrupting or cancelling a  
cooking programme.  
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8.Rotary Knob for setting time,  
weight and AutoCook  
programmes.  
9.Start Ð Start, to start desired  
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programme.  
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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.  
Both turntable and turntable support must always be used during cooking.  
All food and containers of food are always placed on this turntable for  
cooking.  
This turntable rotates clockwise and anticlockwise; this is normal.  
Turntable  
Turntable support  
Turntable shaft  
Before using the appliance  
Cleaning  
Wipe over the front of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use  
abrasive cleaning agents (these can damage the surface).  
Before you first use the appliance, remove the turntable from the cooking  
area. Wash the turntable in warm water and washing up liquid. Wipe  
clean the cooking space with a soft, damp cloth. Replace the turntable.  
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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  
to 00:00.  
This 12 hour digital clock allows you to set it from “01:00” to 12:59”  
To set: 4:30 hrs  
1. Touch Clock pad  
0:00” will flash in the display  
4:30” will flash in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 4:30 is  
indicated in the display  
3. Touch Clock pad  
4:30” will be indicated in the  
display. Time of day is now set.  
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0«At a glance» operating instructions  
Action  
Comments  
1. Press door open.  
2. Place food on the turntable.  
3. Shut the door.  
The door opens.  
The door will click audibly when it is  
properly shut. If the door is not shut  
properly, the appliance will not function.  
4. Select according to the instructions  
given in the following pages.  
Turn the rotary knob clockwise to  
increase and anti-clockwise to  
decrease time/weight 1)  
5. Press the START button  
6. End of cooking sequence  
2)The appliance starts.  
The display shows the selected cooking  
time, counting down backwards in seconds.  
The end of the cooking sequence is  
indicated by an audible tone. The  
appliance and the interior light will  
switch off.  
Press the clear/stop button once.  
AND/OR Open the door by pressing  
the door, e.g. for stirring  
The appliance switches off. In the display  
the two dots between the digits flash.  
The selected settings remain.  
Shut the door and press the START  
button.  
The remaining time counts down  
automatically.  
Press the Clear/Stop button twice  
The running process is cancelled. The  
appliance and the interior light will  
switch off. Time of day is displayed.  
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1)  
2)  
If the maximum cooking time setting “60:00” is exceeded the display  
shows “00:00”  
If the oven is not started within 4 minutes, the settings are  
automatically cancelled; time of day appears in the display.  
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Action  
Comments  
Modify the selected cooking  
time/weight: turn the rotary knob  
clockwise or anticlockwise  
The cooking time/weight in the display  
changes when turning the rotary  
knob  
1)  
Modify the selected microwave  
power. Press the REDUCE POWER  
button.  
The new power setting is displayed  
for 5 seconds. The cooking process  
continues with the new power  
setting.  
Operation of the grill by pressing  
the GRILL button.  
The selected grill power level is  
displayed. (Also see Microwave and  
Grill cooking)  
Auto Defrost and Autocook  
programmes.  
The display will change as described  
in the Auto Defrost and Autocook  
sections of these instructions.  
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1)  
If the new selection reaches “00:00” in the display, the cooking time is  
over and an audible signal is heard. The appliance and the interior  
light will switch off. During a cooking process the cooking time can  
be increased to a maximum of 60 minutes.  
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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.  
This mode is highly suitable for warming, for example, ready  
cooked food and drinks, the defrosting of meat or  
vegetables, and for cooking food like fish and vegetables.  
Grilling  
Heat is generated by a grilling element set in the roof of the  
oven. This is particularly suitable for toasting and grilling e.g.  
steaks and sausages.  
Microwave and Grill cooking  
The microwave mode can be used together with grilling.  
Dishes will be cooked more quickly, whilst being crisp and  
brown at the same time.  
Auto Defrost and Autocook programmes  
Automatic programmes for defrosting and cooking a range of  
popular foods are available. Select the programme (enter the  
weight for autodefrost programmes) and the rest of the  
programming is done automatically.  
Child Safety Lock  
This appliance has a safety feature which prevents the  
accidental running of the oven by a child.  
Manual Defrosting using 180W  
For manual defrosting (without using Autodefrost features)  
use 180W. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over  
450g (1lb), the appliance may start on full power for 1 - 3  
minutes, then be reduced to 180W until defrosting is  
complete.  
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Kitchen Timer  
Example: To set the kitchen timer for 7 minutes  
11 times  
indicated in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 7:00 is  
7:00” will be indicated in the display  
indicated in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
4:30” will be indicated in the display.  
Time of day is now set.  
Microwave Power cooking  
This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In  
addition to the maximum power level, you can select different microwave power  
from 10 levels, 90W to 900W for the foods that require slower cooking.  
Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on maximum power, as this is  
the fastest cooking method and best maintains the natural flavour and texture of  
the foods.  
Example: To cook at highest power level, 900W for 2 minutes  
1. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 2:00 is  
2:00” will be indicated in the display  
The microwave is preset for cooking at  
indicated in the display  
highest power level.  
2. Touch Start pad  
The microwave commences cooking,  
cooking time will count down.  
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Modes of Operation  
Microwave power cooking  
Example: To cook at 630W, power level 7, for 5 minutes  
1. Touch Reduce Power pad  
4 times  
P630” will be indicated in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 5:00 is  
5:00” will be indicated in the display  
indicated in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
The microwave commences cooking,  
cooking time will count down.  
Microwave Power setting Guide  
Notes on microwave power levels  
The following list shows you the power settings and what they can be used for  
during microwave operation :  
900 Watt  
High, Max. power  
- boiling liquids  
- baking fish or vegetables  
- preheating a browning dish  
810 Watt  
450 Watt  
Reheat  
- baking cakes  
- reheating precooked foods  
Simmer  
- completing the cooking cycle of pot roasts.  
- completing the cooking cycle of some  
– casseroles and stews  
– baked custards or cheese cakes  
360 Watt  
Med. low  
– completing the cooking cycle of some casseroles and  
stews  
180 Watt  
90 Watt  
Defrost  
– thawing foods  
Keeping Warm  
– keeping foods warm  
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Grill cooking  
This method is ideal for toasting bread or muffins.  
Remember the oven will be hot. Place all food on the grilling rack.  
Grill cooking can be set to a maximum of 35 minutes  
Example: To set the microwave to Grill for 15 minutes  
1. Touch Grill pad  
“Grill” will be indicated in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 15:00 is  
indicated in the display  
15:00” will be indicated in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
The microwave commences cooking,  
cooking time will count down.  
Microwave and Grill cooking  
This appliance offers a choice of two Grill and Micro settings  
Grill with micro 150W, touch  
Grill with micro 450W, touch  
twice  
once  
This function allows you to combine the advantages of the speed and  
convenience of a Microwave with the browning and crisping benefits of  
a Grill  
Example: To set Microwave and Grill cooking, 450W for 10 minutes  
1. Touch Grill+Micro pad once.  
“G450” will be indicated in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 10:00 is  
indicated in the display  
10:00” will be indicated in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
NB: Check food frequently when grilling, especially when using the high grill  
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Modes of Operation  
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  
0.4” will be indicated in the display  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to  
the right until 0.4 is  
indicated in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
Defrost time will count down.  
Defrosting Tips  
6. Place food in a larger container than  
that which it was frozen in, this will  
allow for easy stirring.  
1. It is better to underestimate defrosting  
time if you are unsure. Food will  
continue to defrost during the  
standing time.  
7. Begin thawing poultry, breast side  
down and turn over halfway through  
defrosting time. Delicate areas such as  
wing tips can be shielded with small  
pieces of smooth foil.  
2. Separate food as soon as possible.  
3. Turn large items, e.g. joints, halfway  
through the defrosting time.  
4. Remove any thawed food as soon as  
possible.  
8. Standing time is very important,  
particularly for large, dense foods  
which cannot be stirred to ensure that  
the centre is completely defrosted before  
cooking.  
5. Remove or open any packaging before  
defrosting.  
Programme  
Fish, def 1  
Min. weight  
0,1 kg  
Max. weight  
2,0 kg  
3,0 kg  
2,0 kg  
Poultry, def 2  
Meat, def 3  
0,1 kg  
0,1 kg  
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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.  
VERY IMPORTANT!  
For best results, please follow the guidelines below:-  
POPCORN, 100g:  
1. Turn the Rotary knob to the left until Popcorn”  
flashes in the display.  
2. Touch Start pad.  
Cooking time will count down.  
IMPORTANT  
-
Use prepacked room-temperature microwave popcorn.  
Place bag in the microwave according to the manufacturers directions.  
Pop only one bat at a time.  
After popping, open bag carefully, popcorn and steam are extremely hot.  
Do not reheat unpopped kernels or bag.  
-
Do not leave the microwave unattended while popping popcorn.  
Always follow the manufacturers instructions.  
If pre-packaged popcorn is of a different weight than the recommended weight, do  
not use the popcorn setting, or inadequate popping or a fire may occur.  
LIQUID, to reheat 250ml cups of liquid:  
1. For one cup of liquid, turn the Rotary knob to the left  
until CUP1” lights up in the display  
For two cups of liquid, turn the Rotary knob to the left  
until “CUP2lights up in the display  
2. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
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Modes of Operation  
Autocook programmes  
SOUP, to reheat 250ml from fridge temperature:  
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” or left overs:  
1. To reheat a plate of food or pre-cookedready meal”,  
225g - 300 G from fridge temperature,  
turn the Rotary knob to the left.  
PLA1” will light up in the display  
To reheat a plate of food or pre-cookedready meal”,  
300g - 400 G from fridge temperature,  
turn the Rotary knob to the left.  
PLA2” will light up in the display  
To reheat a plate of food or pre-cookedready meal”,  
300g - 400 G from frozen, turn the Rotary knob  
to the left.  
“PLA3will light up in the display  
.
2. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
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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  
“PLA2lights up in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
BAKED POTATOES, To bake 1 - 3 potatoes, 215g - 240g  
1. To bake one potato, turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“P01” lights up in the display  
To bake two potatoes, turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“P02” lights up in the display  
To bake three potatoes, turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“P03” lights up in the display  
2. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
PIZZA, To cook a 300g pizza, frozen or from fridge temperature  
1. To cook a 300g pizza from frozen,  
turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“Pi.F” (Pizza-Frozen) lights up in the display  
To cook a 300g pizza from fridge temperature  
turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“Pi.C” (Pizza-Chilled) lights up in the display.  
2. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
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Modes of Operation  
Autocook programmes  
CHICKEN PIECES, To cook chicken pieces 300g - 350g from fridge temperature  
1. Place the chicken pieces on the low rack provided  
2. Turn the Rotary knob to the left until  
“CHIC” lights up in the display  
3. Touch Start pad  
Cooking time will count down.  
NB: There is a pause in the middle of the Autocook programme for Chicken pieces.  
The display flashes “CHIC” and an audible tone will be heard.  
Simply open the door, and turn the chicken pieces over to brown the other side.  
Then close the door and touch START”.  
If you dont open the door, the microwave proceeds automatically after a few  
minutes.  
Child Safety Lock  
This appliance has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running  
of the oven by a child.  
Example: To lock the microwave for unauthorised use.  
1. Touch GRILL+MICRO” pad once  
G450will be indicated in the display  
2. Touch CLEAR/STOP pad 5 times  
LOC” will be indicated in the display.  
The microwave is now locked  
To cancel Child Lock, simply repeat setting procedure, indicator “LOC”  
disappears and time of day reappears.  
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Defrosting instructions using 180W  
Some foods such as bread and fruit, can successfully be thawed manually by using the  
180Wpower setting.  
Food  
(180W)  
Standing  
Preparation  
time (mins)  
Bread  
Small loaf  
8 -10 min  
10 - 13 min  
45 - 60 sec  
10 - 15  
10  
Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
Sliced large loaf  
Place on microwave proof rack or kitchen paper.  
Turn over halfway through defrosting time.  
2 slices  
5
5
5
Place on kitchen paper.  
Place on kitchen paper.  
Place on kitchen paper.  
1 bread roll  
2 bread rolls  
45 - 60 sec  
1/2  
1 - 1  
min  
Cakes and Pastry  
Gateau 450g/1 lb  
9 -10 min  
9 -10 min  
15 - 30  
15 - 30  
15 - 30  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
Remove from packaging, place on plate.  
Cheesecake 450g/1 lb  
Pie (cooked) 450g/1 lb 7 - 9 min  
Butter  
250g/8.8oz  
(1 packet)  
3 - 4 min  
5 - 10  
If foil wrapped, remove from wrapper and place  
on plate.  
Fruit  
225g/8oz  
Soft berry fruits  
5 - 6 min  
7 - 8 min  
5 - 10  
5 - 10  
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
Place in a single layer in a shallow dish.  
450g/1 lb  
Soft berry fruits  
Plated meal  
400g/14oz  
7 - 8 min  
5 - 10  
Cover with a plate or non P.V.C. cling film.  
To reheat, microwave on HIGH for 3 - 4 minutes.  
Vegetables  
-
-
It is not necessary to defrost vegetables before  
cooking. All vegetables can be thawed and  
cooked on HIGH.  
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Cooking charts and tips  
Grill cooking  
Food  
QTY (Weight)  
Cooking  
Special notes  
time (mins)  
Toast  
2 Slices  
4 slices  
6 – 8  
Cheese with Toast  
Bacon  
10 – 12 6 – 8 min. to toast. 3 – 5 min. with top  
4 (120 g)  
10 – 12  
5 – 8  
Pizza with Topping  
Pork Chops  
Beef Steaks  
2 (400 g)  
2 (400 g)  
30 – 35 Brush with oil. Season with salt, pepper  
15 – 20 and paprika  
Sausages  
6 (300 g)  
14 – 16  
NOTE: Turn all foods except pizza, halfway through cooking time. Place dish  
on turntable under the grill rack to catch any liquid.  
NB: Check food frequently when grilling, especially when using the high  
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grill rack.  
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Microwave and grill cooking  
Food  
QTY (Weight)  
Power Selector Cooking  
Special notes  
position  
time (mins)  
Bacon  
4 (120 g)  
150W  
8 – 10  
Roast Beef (Boned)  
Roast Pork (Loin)  
1000 g  
1000 g  
450W  
450W  
30 – 35  
30 – 35  
Brush with oil. Season with  
salt and pepper. Allow 15 –  
20 minutes standing time  
after cooking  
Pork Chops  
2 (300 g)  
150W  
15 min  
Brush with oil. Season with  
then turn salt, pepper and paprika.  
over. Then  
12 min.  
grill only  
Chicken, Halved  
lengthwise  
Legs  
1000 g  
150W  
150W  
30 – 35  
22 – 25  
Brush with oil. Season with  
salt, pepper and paprika.  
4 (500 g)  
Hamburger Frozen  
Fresh  
4 (200 g)  
4 (400 g)  
150W  
150W  
12 – 15  
12 – 15  
Turn over after 7 – 8 min.  
Sausages  
12 (650 g)  
2 (350 g)  
150W  
150W  
14 – 15  
Fish Steak  
18 – 20 m Brush with oil, Season with salt  
and pepper  
Potato, Hash Brown 2 (150 g)  
Frozen  
150W  
12 – 14  
Ready Meal, Lasagne  
Potato Gratin  
400 g  
350 g  
450W  
450W  
7 – 9  
6 – 9 min  
NOTE:Use roasting rack on turntable for roast beef and pork. Shield thin  
parts and edges. Place dish on turntable under grill rack to catch any  
liquid. Turn halfway during cooking time, except for ready meal.  
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Cooking Charts and Tips  
Auto Defrost  
STANDING  
TIME  
FOOD  
PREPARATION  
PAUSE DIRECTIONS  
Beef  
Cubed  
Remove any thawed cubes  
and stir, ensuring that the  
frozen cubes are around  
the edge of the dish.  
10–15 min  
Minced  
Remove any thawed portions 5–10 min.  
and turn over.  
Beef Joint  
Place on an upturned saucer Remove foil from outer edges 30–40 min.  
on a plate or on a  
but leave on thin areas.  
Turn over.  
microwaveproof rack.  
Shield thin areas and outer  
edges with smooth pieces  
of foil.  
Steak  
If frozen in a block, separate Remove foil and turn over.  
as soon as possible. Shield  
10–15 min.  
outer edges with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
Lamb  
Cubed  
Place in an even layer in  
a shallow dish.  
Remove any thawed cubes  
and stir .Ensure that  
10–15 min.  
10–15 min.  
the frozen cubes are around  
the edge of the dish.  
Chops/  
Cutlets  
If frozen in a block separate Remove foil and turn over.  
as soon as possible. Arrange  
chops so the thinner ends  
are towards the centre  
of the turntable. Shield  
outer edges with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
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Auto Defrost  
STANDING  
TIME  
FOOD  
PREPARATION  
PAUSE DIRECTIONS  
Lamb  
Lamb Joint  
Place on an upturned  
saucer on a plate or on  
a microwaveproof rack.  
Shield thin areas and  
outer edges with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
Remove foil and turn over. 30–40 min.  
Pork  
Chops  
If frozen in a block,  
separate as soon as  
possible. Arrange  
chops so the thinner  
ends are towards  
the centre of the  
turntable. Shield thin  
areas and outer edges  
with smooth pieces of  
foil.  
Turn over, shield outer  
edges and thin ends  
with foil  
10–15 min  
Sausages  
If frozen in a block,  
separate as soon as  
possible. Shield both  
ends of the sausages  
with smooth pieces  
of foil.  
Rearrange and remove  
any sausages that have  
thawed.  
10–15 min.  
Bacon  
Separate as soon as  
possible. Shield both  
ends of bacon with  
smooth pieces of foil.  
Separate. Remove any  
thawed slices, arrange  
remaining slices in a  
single layer and shield  
both ends with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
5–10 min.  
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Auto Defrost  
STANDING  
TIME  
FOOD  
PREPARATION  
PAUSE DIRECTIONS  
Spareribs  
If frozen in a block,  
separate as soon as  
possible. Shield  
Remove foil.  
10–15 min  
Turn over, rearrange and  
remove any thawed pieces.  
both ends with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
Pork Joint  
Place on an upturned  
saucer on a plate or on  
a microwaveproof rack.  
Shield thin areas and  
outer edges with smooth  
pieces of foil.  
Remove foil and turn over. 30–40 min.  
Chicken  
Whole  
Use an upturned saucer  
on a plate or a  
Remove foil from outer edges 30–40 min.  
Turn over and shield warm.  
edges with foil.  
microwaveproof rack.  
Place chicken breast side  
down. Shield wings, legs and  
neck with smooth pieces  
of foil.  
Pieces  
Shield thin parts such as tips Remove foil  
10–15 min.  
with smooth pieces of foil.  
Arrange so thicker parts are  
towards the outside of  
the dish  
Turn over arrange so thicker  
parts are towards the outside  
of the dish.  
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Auto Defrost  
STANDING  
TIME  
FOOD  
PREPARATION  
PAUSE DIRECTIONS  
Turkey  
Pieces  
Use a microwaveproof  
rack or shallow dish. Shield  
thin parts with smooth  
pieces of foil. Arrange so  
thicker parts are towards the  
outside of the dish  
Remove foil.  
Turn over and shield any.  
warm areas with foil.  
10–15 min.  
Fish  
Fillets  
Use a shallow dish or  
microwaveproof rack.  
Remove foil, turn over,  
rearrange and arrange.  
tail ends under thicker .  
parts of fish  
5–10 min.  
Arrange fillets in an even  
layer. If frozen in a block,  
separate as soon as possible.  
Shield tail and thin ends  
with smooth pieces of foil  
Steaks  
Use a shallow dish or  
microwaveproof rack.  
Remove foil, turn over and  
rearrange  
5–10 min.  
Arrange steaks in an even  
layer. If frozen in a block  
separate as soon as possible.  
Shield outer edges of steaks  
with smooth pieces of foil  
Whole fish  
Use a shallow dish or  
microwaveproof rack.  
If more than one fish,  
arrange head to tail. Shield  
ends with smooth pieces of  
foil.  
Remove foil, turn over and  
rearrange  
5–10 min.  
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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. Otherwise arcing can occur,  
resulting in damage to the appliance.  
·Check food frequently when grilling, especially when using the  
high grill rack.  
Cooking  
Whenever possible cook covered. Only pastry dishes with crust  
should be cooked uncovered.  
Refrigerated or frozen food require longer cooking times.  
Foods containing sauces should be stirred from time to time.  
Cook soft vegetables such as carrots, peas and cauliflower with a little  
water.  
Cook soft vegetables such as mushrooms, peppers and tomatoes  
without liquid.  
Increase cooking time by approximately 50% for larger pieces.  
Whenever possible, cut vegetables into equal-sized pieces.  
Defrosting of meat, poultry and fish  
–Place frozen, unpacked meat on an inverted plate in a glass or  
porcelain container, or use a sieve, so that the meat juice can drain.  
Halfway through defrosting, turn the food, dividing it where  
possible and removing the pieces that have defrosted.  
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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  
fully defrosted in the appliance, but left to complete defrosting at  
room temperature outside.  
Fruit and vegetables that are to be cooked immediately afterwards  
can be cooked straight from frozen using a higher power level.  
Ready made meals  
Ready made meals in metal packages or plastic containers with  
metal lids should be heated or defrosted in your microwave oven  
only if they are explicitly marked as being suitable for microwave  
use. Please follow the operating instructions printed on the packages  
(e.g. remove the metal lid and prick the plastic foil).  
3
Tips on microwaving  
You cant find cooking details for Base programming on a similar  
a specific quantity of food.  
type of food. Lengthen or shorten  
the cooking time accordingly:  
Double quantity = almost double  
time  
Half quantity = half time  
The food is too dry.  
Set a shorter cooking time or  
reduce the microwave power  
output.  
The food is not yet defrosted, Select a longer programme time  
heated through or cooked on or a higher microwave power  
completion of programme time.  
setting. Note that larger food will  
require a longer time.  
The food is overcooked on the Next time, try a lower power  
outside and undercooked in the setting for a longer time. Stir  
middle on completion of cooking liquids, such as soup, periodically.  
time.  
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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. Use mild  
dishwashing liquid to clean the interior.  
The grill heating element is built into the appliance and cannot be  
removed. The element may be stained with spattered fat or oil while  
the oven is in use. Wait until the cavity cools down and wipe off the  
spattered oil before the oven is used again. Stained grills may cause  
unpleasant odours and smoke.  
You can neutralise odours inside the cooking area by boiling a cup of  
water with a little lemon juice for a few minutes in your oven.  
Through normal operation, liquid may evaporate and condensation  
may occur. This is normal and is especially noticeable when the room  
temperature is high and the humidity of the air is low. After  
operation, be sure and wipe off the condensation with a soft cloth.  
Turntable and Turntable support  
Clean the turntable using washing-up liquid, or put it in the dishwasher.  
Clean the turntable support with washing-up liquid.  
This should be removed straight after each use and cleaned using  
washing-up liquid or in the dishwasher.  
Other accessories  
The grill racks should be removed immediately after use and soaked  
in an appropriate cleaning fluid. Food remains can then be removed  
quite easily using a brush and ordinary washing up liquid.  
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What to do if...  
..the microwave appliance is not working properly ?  
Check that  
–the fuses in the fuse box are working,  
–there has not been a power outage.  
-If the fuses continue to blow, please contact a qualified electrician.  
0
0
0
...the microwave mode is not working ?  
Check that  
–the door is properly closed,  
–the door seals and their surfaces are clean,  
-the START-button has been pressed  
...the turntable is not turning ?  
Check that  
–the turntable support is correctly connected to the drive,  
–the ovenware does not extend beyond the turntable,  
–food does not extend beyond the edge of the turntable preventing  
it from rotating.  
-there is nothing in the well beneath the turntable.  
...the microwave will not switch off ?  
- Isolate the appliance from the fuse box.  
-Contact your local Comet Service Centre.  
0
0
0
...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  
–set a higher power setting.  
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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.  
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Technical Data  
Overall dimension  
Width  
Depth  
Height  
520 mm  
407 mm  
292 mm  
Cavity dimension  
Width  
349 mm  
Depth  
Height  
350 mm  
198 mm  
Volume  
24 litre  
Power source  
230 - 240 V, 50 Hz  
Fuse  
13A  
Power consumption  
2750W  
Power output  
Browner/Grill  
900W  
1300W  
Weight  
22kg  
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Comet After Sales Service  
Thank you for purchasing this A.E.G. microwave oven.  
We are sure that this product will provide many years of trouble free  
service to you, however, should you experience any faults with this  
appliance please contact your local Comet Service Centre for help or  
advice.  
Our number can be found in your local telephone directory.  
Metric/Imperial Weight Conversion Chart  
Imperial to Metric  
Metric to Imperial  
1 oz = 28.35 g  
1 g  
= 0.0353 oz  
1 lb  
= 454 g  
1 kg = 2.20 lb  
AEG  
Cornwall House  
55 - 57 High Street  
SLOUGH  
SL1 1BQ  
Telephone: 08705 350350  
©Copyright by AEG  
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Revision 2 /21.09.1999  
 

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