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    Microwave oven

    EMS26405

    User Manual

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    We were thinking of you

    when we made this product

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    electrolux 3

    GB

    Welcome to the world ofElectrolux

    Youve chosen a first class productfrom Electrolux, which hopefully willprovide you with lots of pleasure in thefuture. Electrolux ambition is to offer awide variety of quality products thatwould make your life even more com-

    fortable. You can look at some exam-ples on the cover in this manual. Butnow its time to study this manual andstart using and enjoying the benefitsfrom your new machine. We promisethat itll make your life a little easier.Good luck!

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    electrolux4

    Safety information 5Product description 9Before first use 12Operation 13Programme charts 23Recipes 31Care & cleaning 42Troubleshooting 43Specification 44Installation 45

    Environmental information 47Guarantee / Customer service 48

    ContentsGB

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    electrolux safety information 5

    Important safety instructions: Read carefully & keepfor future reference

    To avoid the danger of fire

    The microwave oven should not beleft unattended during operation.

    Power levels that are too high orcooking times that are too long may

    overheat foods resulting in a fire.

    The electrical outlet must be readilyaccessible so that the unit can beunplugged easily in an emergency.

    The AC power supply must be 230 V,50 Hz, with a minimum 16 A distributionline fuse, or a minimum 16 A distributioncircuit breaker.

    Do not store or use the oven outdoors.If food being heated begins to

    smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR.Turn off and unplug the oven andwait until the food has stopped

    smoking. Opening the door whilefood is smoking may cause a fire.

    Only use microwave-safecontainers and utensils. See pages15-16.

    Do not leave the ovenunattended when using disposableplastic, paper or other combustiblefood containers.

    Clean the waveguide cover, theoven cavity, the turntable andturntable support after use. Thesemust be dry and free from grease.

    Built-up grease may overheat andbegin to smoke or catch fire.

    Do not place flammable materialsnear the oven or ventilation openings. Donot block the ventilation openings.

    Remove all metallic seals, wire twists,etc., from food and food packages. Arcingon metallic surfaces may cause a fire.

    Do not use the microwave oven to heatoil for deep frying. The temperature cannotbe controlled and the oil may catch fire.

    To make popcorn, only use specialmicrowave popcorn makers.

    Do not store food or any other itemsinside the oven.Check the settings after you start the

    oven to ensure the oven is operating asdesired.

    See the corresponding hints in thisoperation manual.

    To avoid the possibility of injury

    Warning: Do not operate the oven ifit is damaged or malfunctioning.Check the following before use:a) The door; make sure the door

    closes properly and ensure it isnot misaligned or warped.

    b) The hinges and door safetylatches; check to make sure theyare not broken or loose.

    c) The door seals and sealingsurfaces; ensure that they havenot been damaged.

    d) Inside the oven cavity or on thedoor; make sure there are no dents.

    e) The power supply cord and plug;ensure that they are not damaged.

    Never adjust, repair or modify theoven yourself. It is hazardous foranyone other than a competentperson to carry out any service orrepair operation which involves theremoval of a cover which givesprotection against exposure tomicrowave energy.

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    To avoid the possibility of explosionand sudden boiling

    Warning: Liquids and other foodsmust not be heated in sealedcontainers since they are liable toexplode.

    Never use sealed containers. Removeseals and lids before use. Sealed

    containers can explode due to a build upof pressure even after the oven has beenturned off.

    Take care when microwaving liquids.Use a wide-mouthed container to allowbubbles to escape.

    Microwave heating of beveragescan result in delayed eruptiveboiling, therefore care has to betaken when handling the container.

    To prevent sudden eruption of boilingliquid and possible scalding:1. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

    2. It is advisable to insert a glass rodor similar utensil into the liquid whilstreheating.

    3. Let liquid stand for at least 20seconds in the oven at the end ofcooking time to prevent delayederuptive boiling.Do not cook eggs in their shells

    and whole hard boiled eggs shouldnot be heated in microwave ovenssince they may explode even aftermicrowave cooking has ended. Tocook or reheat eggs which have not

    been scrambled or mixed, piercethe yolks and the whites, or theeggs may explode. Shell and slicehard boiled eggs before reheatingthem in the microwave oven.

    Pierce the skin of such foods aspotatoes, sausages and fruit beforecooking, or they may explode.

    Do not operate the oven with thedoor open or alter the door safetylatches in any way.

    Do not operate the oven if there is anobject between the door seals andsealing surfaces.

    Do not allow grease or dirt tobuild up on the door seals andadjacent parts. Follow instructionsfor Care & cleaning, page 42.Failure to maintain the oven in a

    clean condition could lead to adeterioration of the surface thatcould adversely affect the life of theappliance and possibly result in ahazardous situation.

    Individuals with PACEMAKERSshould check with their doctor or themanufacturer of the pacemaker forprecautions regarding microwave ovens.

    To avoid the possibility of electricshockUnder no circumstances should you

    remove the outer cabinet.Never spill or insert any objects into thedoor lock openings or ventilation openings.In the event of a spill, turn off and unplugthe oven immediately and call anauthorised ELECTROLUX service agent.

    Do not immerse the power supply cordor plug in water or any other liquid. Do notallow the power supply cord to run overany hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hotair vent area at the top rear of the oven.

    Do not attempt to replace the ovenlamp yourself or allow anyone who is notauthorised by ELECTROLUX to do so. Ifthe oven lamp fails, please consult yourdealer or call an authorised ELECTROLUXservice agent.

    If the power supply cord of thisappliance is damaged, it must bereplaced with a special cord. Theexchange must be made by an authorisedELECTROLUX service agent.

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    To avoid the possibility of burnsUse pot holders or oven gloves whenremoving food from the oven to preventburns.

    Always open containers, popcornmakers, oven cooking bags, etc., awayfrom the face and hands to avoid steamburns.

    To avoid burns, always test foodtemperature and stir before servingand pay special attention to the

    temperature of food and drink givento babies, children or the elderly.

    Temperature of the container is not atrue indication of the temperature of thefood or drink; always check the foodtemperature.

    Always stand back from the ovendoor when opening to avoid burns fromescaping steam and heat.

    Slice stuffed baked foods afterheating to release steam and avoidburns.

    Keep children away from the door

    and accessible parts that may becomehot when the grill is in use. Childrenshould be kept away to prevent themburning themselves.

    Do not touch the oven door, outercabinet, rear cabinet, oven cavity,ventilation openings, accessories anddishes during GRILL mode, DUALGRILL mode andAUTO COOKoperation as they will become hot. Beforecleaning make sure they are not hot.

    To avoid misuse by children

    Warning: Only allow children to usethe oven without supervision whenadequate instructions have beengiven so that the child is able to usethe oven in a safe way and under-stands the hazards of improper use.

    Do not lean or swing on the oven door.Do not play with the oven or use it as atoy.

    Children should be taught allimportant safety instructions: use of potholders, careful removal of foodcoverings; paying special attention topackaging (e.g. self-heating materials)designed to make food crisp, as theymay be extra hot.

    Other warnings

    Never modify the oven in any way.This oven is for home foodpreparation only and may only beused for cooking food. It is notsuitable for commercial orlaboratory use.

    To promote trouble-free use of youroven and avoid damageNever operate the oven when it is emptyexcept where recommended in theoperation manual, see page 18 note 2.Doing so may damage the oven.

    When using a browning dish or self-heating material, always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a porcelainplate under it to prevent damage to theturntable and turntable support due toheat stress. The preheating timespecified in the dishs instructions mustnot be exceeded.

    Do not use metal utensils, whichreflect microwaves and may causeelectrical arcing. Do not put cans in the

    oven.Only use the turntable and theturntable support designed for this oven.Do not operate the oven without theturntable.

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    To prevent the turntable from breaking:a) Before cleaning the turntable with

    water, leave the turntable to cool.b) Do not put hot foods or hot utensils

    on a cold turntable.c) Do not put cold foods or cold

    utensils on a hot turntable.Do not place anything on the outercabinet during operation.

    Do not use plastic containers formicrowaving if the oven is still hot from

    using the GRILL mode, DUAL GRILLmode andAUTO COOKoperationbecause they may melt. Plasticcontainers must not be used duringabove modes unless the containermanufacturer says they are suitable.

    Note:If you are unsure how to connect youroven, please consult an authorised,qualified electrician.

    Neither the manufacturer nor thedealer can accept any liability for damageto the oven or personal injury resultingfrom failure to observe the correctelectrical connection procedure.

    Water vapour or drops mayoccasionally form on the oven walls oraround the door seals and sealingsurfaces. This is a normal occurrenceand is not an indication of microwaveleakage or a malfunction.

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    Product description

    1 Grill heating element2 Front trim3 Oven lamp4 Control panel5 Door opening button6 Waveguide cover7 Oven cavity8 Seal packing

    9 Door seals and sealing surfaces10 Fixing points (4 points)11Ventilation openings12 Outer cover13 Rear cabinet14 Power supply cord support clips15 Power supply cord

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    14 11

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    Control panel

    1 Digital display2 Indicators

    The appropriate indicator will flash orlight up, just above each symbolaccording to the instruction. When anindicator is flashing, press theappropriate button (having the samesymbol) or carry out the necessaryoperation.

    StirTurn over

    Weight/Power level

    Grill

    Microwave

    Cooking in progress3 TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob4 AUTO COOKbutton

    Press to select one of the 2 automaticprogrammes.

    5 AUTO COOK PLUS GRILL 1 button

    Press to select one of the 2 automaticprogrammes.6 AUTO COOK PLUS GRILL 2 button

    Press to select one of the 4 automaticprogrammes.

    7 AUTO DEFROST buttonPress to select one of the 4 automaticprogrammes.

    8 COOKING MODE buttonPress to select either microwave, grillor dual grill, or use to set the clock.1. Press once to select microwave

    function.2. Press twice to select the grill.3. Press three times to select dual

    grill mode, microwave with grill.9 START/+30 button10 STOP button11 DOOR OPENING button

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    2

    3

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    Accessories

    Check to make sure the followingaccessories are provided:(16)Turntable(17)Turntable support(18) High rack(19) Low rack(20) 4 fixing screws (not shown)

    Place the turntable support in the

    seal packing on the floor of thecavity. Then place the turntable on the

    turntable support. To avoid turntable damage, ensure

    dishes or containers are lifted clearof the turntable rim when removingthem from the oven.

    Note: When you order accessories,please mention two items: part nameand model name to your dealer or anauthorised ELECTROLUX serviceagent.

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    16

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    Before first use

    Example: To set the 24 hour clock to23:35.

    1. Choose the clock function. (12hour clock).

    Choose the 24 hour clock.

    2. Set the hours. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob until thecorrect hour is displayed (23).

    3. Press the COOKING MODE buttonto change from hours to minutes.

    4. Set the minutes. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob until thecorrect minute is displayed (35).

    5. Press the COOKING MODEbutton to start the clock.

    x1 and hold for 3 seconds

    x1

    x1

    x1

    Before operation

    1. Plug in the oven.2. The oven display will flash:

    3. Press the STOP button, the displaywill show:

    4. To set the clock, see below.5. Heat the oven without food. (See

    page 18 note 2.)

    Using the STOP button

    Use the STOP button to:1. Erase a mistake during programming.

    2. Stop the oven temporarily duringcooking.3. Cancel a programme during cooking,

    touch twice.

    Setting the clock

    There are two setting modes: 12 hourclock and 24 hour clock.1. To set the 12 hour clock, hold the

    COOKING MODE button downfor 3 seconds. will appear in

    the display.2. To set the 24 hour clock, press theCOOKING MODE button oncemore after Step 1, in the example

    will appear in the display.

    x1

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    Notes:1. You can rotate the TIMER/

    WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwiseor counter-clockwise.

    2. Press the STOP button if you makea mistake during programming.

    3. If the electrical power supply to yourmicrowave oven is interrupted, thedisplay will intermittently show

    after the power is reinstated.If this occurs during cooking, the

    programme will be erased. The timeof day will also be erased.4. When you want to reset the time of

    day, follow the example on page 12again.

    Microwave cookingadvice

    Microwaves are energy waves, similarto those used for TV and radio signals.

    Electrical energy is converted intomicrowave energy, which is directedinto the oven cavity via a waveguide.To prevent food and grease enteringthe waveguide it is protected by thewaveguide cover.

    Microwaves cannot pass throughmetal, because of this the oven cavityis made of metal and there is a finemetal mesh on the door. Duringcooking the microwaves bounce offthe sides of the oven cavity at random.

    Microwaves will pass throughcertain materials, such as glass and

    plastic, to heat the food. (See SuitableCookware on pages 15-16).

    To cook/defrost food in amicrowave oven, the microwaveenergy must be able to pass throughthe container to penetrate the food.Therefore it is important to choosesuitable cookware.

    Round/oval dishes are preferable tosquare/oblong ones, as the food in thecorners tends to overcook. A variety ofcookware can be used as listed onpages 15-16.

    Water, sugar and fat in foodabsorb microwaves which cause themto vibrate. This creates heat by friction,in the same way your hands get warmwhen you rub them together.

    The outer areas of the food are

    heated by the microwave energy, thenthe heat moves to the centre byconduction, as it does in conventionalcooking. It is important to turn,rearrange or stir food to ensure evenheating.

    Once cooking is complete, theoven automatically stops producingmicrowaves.

    Standing time is necessary aftercooking, as it enables the heat todisperse equally throughout the food.

    Microwaves cook food faster thanconventional cooking. It is thereforeessential that certain techniques arefollowed to ensure good results. Manyof the following techniques are similarto those used in conventional cooking.

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    Food characteristics

    Composition Foods high in fat or sugar (e.g. Christmas pudding, mince pies) require lessheating time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to fire.

    Density Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porousfoods, such as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heavy, dense foods,such as roasts and casseroles.

    Quantity The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in theoven increases. e.g. Four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.

    Size Small foods and small pieces cook faster than large ones, as microwaves canpenetrate from all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the piecesthe same size.

    Shape Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks,take longer to cook in the thicker parts. Round shapes cook more evenly thansquare shapes when microwave cooking.

    Temperature The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed.of food Chilled foods will take longer to cook than food at room temperature. Cut into

    foods with fillings, for example jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam.

    Cooking techniques

    Arrange Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish.e.g. Chicken drumsticks.

    Cover Use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.

    Pierce Foods with a shell, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places beforecooking or reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode.e.g. Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages.Note: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may

    explode, even after cooking has ended. e.g. poached, fried, hard boiled.Stir, turn & For even cooking it is essential to stir, turn and rearrange food during cooking.rearrange Always stir and rearrange from the outside towards the centre.Stand Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equally

    throughout the food.Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be

    shielded with small pieces of foil, which reflect microwaves, e.g. legs and wingson a chicken.

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    Drink / food Internal temp. at the Internal temp. afterend of cooking time 10 -15 mins standing

    time

    Using a food thermometer to determine cooking timesOnce cooked, every drink and every foodstuff has a certain internal temperature atwhich the cooking process can be switched off and the food will be cooked. Theinternal temperature can be ascertained with a food thermometer. The mostimportant temperatures are specified in the temperature table.

    Heating drinks 65-75 oC(Coffee, Water, Tea, etc.)Heating milk 60-65 oCHeating soup 75-80 oCHeating stew 75-80 oCPoultry 80-85 oC 85-90 oCLamb Rare 70 oC 70-75 oC

    Well done 75-80 oC 80-85 oCRoast beef Rare 50-55 oC 55-60 oC

    Medium 60-65 oC 65-70 oCWell done 75-80 oC 80-85 oC

    Pork, Veal 80-85 oC 80-85 oC

    Cookware Microwave Commentssafe

    Aluminium Foil/ / Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food

    Foil Containers from overheating. Keep foil at least 2 cm from the ovenwalls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are notrecommended unless specified by the manufacturer,e.g. Microfoil , follow instructions carefully.

    Browning Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do notDishes exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these

    dishes become very hot.China & / Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone chinaCeramics are usually suitable, except for those with metallic

    decoration.Glassware Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it cane.g. Pyrex break or crack if heated suddenly.Metal It is not recommended to use metal cookware when using

    microwave power as it will arc, which can lead to fire.

    Plastic/Polystyrene Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt ore.g. fast food discolour at high temperatures.containersCling film Should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the

    steam escape.Freezer/ Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags areRoasting bags suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties,

    as they may melt or catch fire due to the metal arcing.

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    Cookware Microwave Commentssafe

    Paper - plates Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must becups & kitchen taken as overheating may cause fire.paperStraw & wooden Always attend the oven when using these materials ascontainers overheating may cause fire.Recycled paper May contain extracts of metal which will cause& newspaper arcing and may lead to fire.

    To set the microwave power level:1. Rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT/

    POWER knob clockwise orcounter-clockwise to select cooking

    time.2. Press the COOKING MODE buttononce (microwave only). To changethe microwave power level rotate

    the knob until the desired powerlevel is reached.

    3. Press the START/+30 button.

    Note: If the power level is not selected,900 W is automatically set.

    Power Suggested usesetting

    900 W used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. soup, casseroles, canned food, hotbeverages, vegetables, fish, etc.

    630 W used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and platedmeals, also for sensitive dishes such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes. At thisreduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and food will cook evenly without overcooking at the sides.

    450 W for dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally,eg. beef dishes, it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will betender.

    270 W (Defrost setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrostsevenly. This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cookingegg custard.

    90 W for gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry.

    Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power level for cooking, follow theadvice given in the recipe section. Generally the following recommendations apply:

    Microwave power levels

    W = Watt

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    Microwave cooking

    Your oven can be programmed for upto 90 minutes. (90.00) The input unit ofcooking (defrosting) time varies from 10seconds to five minutes. It depends onthe total length of the cooking(defrosting) time as shown in the table.

    3. Choose the desired power level byrotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    4. Press the START/+30 button onceto begin cooking.

    Notes:1. When the door is opened during thecooking process, the cooking timeon the digital display stopsautomatically. The cooking timestarts to count down again when thedoor is closed and the START/+30button is pressed.

    2. If you wish to know the power levelduring cooking, press theCOOKING MODE button. As longas your finger is touching theCOOKING MODE button, thepower level will be displayed.

    3. You can rotate theTIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knobclockwise or counter-clockwise. Ifyou rotate the knob counter-clockwise, the cooking time willdecrease from 90 minutes bydegrees.

    Cooking time Increasing unit

    Check the display.

    x1

    0-5 minutes 10 seconds

    5-10 minutes 30 seconds10-30 minutes 1 minute30-90 minutes 5 minutes

    Example: Suppose you want to heatsoup for 2 minutes and 30 secondson 630 W microwave power.

    1. Enter the desired cooking time byrotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    2. Choose the desired cooking modeby pressing the COOKING MODEbutton once (microwave only).

    x1

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    Grill & dual grill cooking

    This microwave oven has two GRILLcooking modes:1. Grill only.2. Dual Grill (Grill with microwave).

    1. Grill only cookingThis mode can be used to Grill/Brownfood.

    Example:To make toast for 4 minutes.

    1. Enter the desired cooking time byrotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob.

    2. Choose the desired cooking modeby pressing the COOKING MODEbutton twice. (Grill only).

    3. Press the START/+30 button onceto begin cooking.

    x2

    Check the display.

    x1

    Notes:1. The high or the low rack is

    recommended for grilling.2. You may detect smoke or a

    burning smell when using the grillfor the first time, this is normal andnot a sign that the oven is out oforder. To avoid this problem, whenfirst using the oven, operate the

    grill without food for 20 minutes.

    2. Dual grill cookingThis mode uses a combination of Grillpower and Microwave power (90 W to630 W). The microwave power level ispreset to 270 W.

    Example:To cook grill skewers (recipegiven on page 28) for 7 minutes onDUAL GRILL (450 W).

    1. Enter the desired cooking time byrotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    2. Choose the desired cooking modeby pressing the COOKING MODEbutton 3 times (Dual grill).

    x3

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    3. Choose the desired power level byrotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    4. Press the START/+30 button onceto begin cooking.

    Other convenientfunctions

    1. Multiple sequence cookingA sequence of 3 stages (maximum) canbe programmed using combinations ofMICROWAVE, GRILL or DUAL GRILL.

    Example:To cook: 2 minutes and 30 seconds

    on 630 W power (Stage 1)5 minutes Grill only (Stage 2)

    Stage 11. Enter the desired cooking time by

    rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    x1

    Check the display.

    2. Choose the desired cooking modeby pressing the COOKING MODEbutton once (microwave only).

    3. Choose the desired power level by

    rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    4. Press the COOKING MODE buttonbefore programming Stage 2.

    Stage 21. Enter the desired cooking time by

    rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob clockwise.

    x1

    x1

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    2. Choose the desired cooking modeby pressing the COOKING MODEbutton twice (grill only).

    3. Press the START/+30 button onceto begin cooking.

    (The oven will begin to cook for2 minutes and 30 seconds at 630 W,and then for 5 minutes on Grill only.)

    Note: If you set any programme aftersetting the GRILL mode, omit steps 3and 4. If you press the COOKINGMODE button continually after settingGRILL mode, the GRILL mode will bechanged to the DUAL GRILL modeautomatically.

    Example:To cook 1.0 kg Courgette &Noodle Gratin (on page 37).

    1. 18 minutes at 900 W.2. 7 minutes Dual Grill at 630 W.

    2. Add 30 seconds function

    The START/+30 button allows you tooperate the two following functions:

    a. Direct startYou can directly start cooking on900 W microwave power level for30 seconds by pressing theSTART/+30 button.

    Note:To avoid the misuse by childrenthe START/+30 button can be usedonly within 3 minutes after thepreceding operation, i.e., closing thedoor, pressing the STOP button orcooking completion.

    b. Extend the cooking timeYou can extend the cooking timefor multiples of 30 seconds if the

    button is pressed while the oven isin operation.

    3. To check the power level

    To check the microwave power levelduring cooking press the COOKINGMODE button.

    As long as your finger is touching theCOOKING MODE button the powerlevel will be displayed. The ovencontinues to count down although thedisplay shows the power level.

    x2

    Check the display.

    x1

    x1

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    4. Safety lock function

    To set the safety lock function1. Press and hold the STOP key for 3

    seconds.

    To cancel the safety lock function1. Press and hold the STOP key for 3

    seconds.

    Note: When the Safety Lock is set

    you cannot input any buttons exceptthe STOP button.

    Auto cook & defrostoperation

    1. AUTO COOKandAUTODEFROST automatically work outthe correct cooking mode andcooking time. You can choosefrom 2AUTO COOK, 6AUTOCOOK plus GRILL and 4AUTODEFROST menus. What you needto know when using this automaticfunction:

    The display will show the time of day, if set.

    x1 for 3 seconds

    The display will show:

    x1 for 3 seconds

    For example:AUTO COOK plus GRILL 1:TheAUTO COOK PLUS GRILL 1 buttonhas two menus. Press theAUTOCOOK PLUS GRILL 1 button once,the display will appear as shown.

    2.The menu can be chosen bypressing theAUTO DEFROST ordesiredAUTO COOKbutton untilthe desired menu number isdisplayed. See pages 23-25AUTO COOK & DEFROSTcharts. The menu will be changedautomatically by holding down theAUTO COOKorAUTODEFROST button.

    3. The weight or quantity of the foodcan be input by rotating theTIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knobuntil the desired weight/quantity isdisplayed.

    Enter the weight of the food only.Do not include the weight of thecontainer.

    For food weighing more or lessthan weights/quantities given in theAUTO COOK & DEFROSTcharts, use manual operation. Forbest results, follow the cookingcharts on pages 29-31.

    4. To start cooking press the START/+30 button.When action is required (e.g. to

    turn food over) the oven stops andthe audible signals sound,remaining cooking time and anyindicator will flash on the display.To continue cooking, press theSTART/+30 button.

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    The final temperature will varyaccording to the initial temperature.Check food is piping hot aftercooking. If necessary, you can extendthe cooking time and change thepower level.

    Note: If you use theADD 30SECONDS function duringcooking/defrosting, the food may beovercooked.

    Example for AUTO COOK plusGRILL 1:To cook Gratinated Fish Fillet 1,5 kgusing Auto Cook plus Grill 1 (A1-1).

    1. Select the menu required bypressing theAUTO COOK PLUSGRILL 1 button once.

    2. Enter the weight by rotating theTIMER/WEIGHT/POWER knob.

    3. Press the START/+30 button

    once.

    x1

    Check the display.

    x1

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    Programme charts

    Button Auto cook Weight (increasing Procedureweight) /utensils

    AC-1 Cook 0,5 - 1,5 kg* (500 g) See recipe for Chicken PanChicken Pan (initial temp Chicken 5 C) with Vegetables on page 26.with Vegetables Gratin dish with

    microwave cling film * Total weight of all ingredients.

    AC-2 Cook 0,5 - 1,5 kg* (500 g) See recipe for Mince andMince and (initial temp Mince 5 C) Onion on page 26.Onion Casserole dish with lid

    * Total weight of all ingredients.

    x1

    x2

    Button Auto cook Weight (increasing Procedureplus grill 1 weight) / utensils

    x1

    x2

    A1-1 Cook 0,5 - 1,5 kg* (500 g) See recipes for Gratinated FishGratinated (initial temp Fish 5 C) Fillet on page 27.Fish Fillet Gratin dish

    Low rack * Total weight of all ingredients.

    A1-2 Cook 0,5 - 1,5 kg* (500 g) See recipes for Gratin on pageGratin (initial temp 20 C) 28.

    Gratin dishLow rack * Total weight of all ingredients.

    Button Auto cook Weight (increasing Procedureplus grill 2 weight) / utensils

    A2-1 Cook 0,20 - 0,40 kg (50 g) Remove the frozen french friedFrench Fried (initial temp -18 C) potatoes from the package andPotatoes Flan dish place them on a flan dish.

    Thick type High rack Place the dish on the high rack in(recommended the oven.for conventional When the audible signals sound,ovens) turn over.

    After cooking, remove from the

    dish and put on a plate for serving.(No standing time is necessary).

    Add salt to taste.Note:The dish gets very hot duringcooking. To avoid burning yourself,please use oven gloves for removingthe flan dish from the oven.

    x1

    Auto cook charts

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    Button Auto cook Weight (increasing Procedureplus grill 2 weight) / utensils

    A2-2 Cook 0,2 - 0,8 kg (100 g) Prepare the grill skewers.Grill Skewers (initial temp 5 C) Place on the high rack and cook.See Recipe High rack When the audible signal soundson page 28. turn over.

    After cooking, remove and put ona plate for serving. (No standingtime necessary).

    A2-3 Cook 0,20 - 0,80 kg (50 g) Mix the ingredients and spread onChicken Legs (initial temp 5 C) the chicken legs.

    High rack Pierce the skin of the chicken legs. Put the chicken legs on the high

    Ingredients for 0,6 kg chicken legs: rack, skin side down, with the thin3 pieces, 1-2 tbsp oil, 1/2 tsp salt, ends towards the centre.1 tsp sweet paprika, 1 tsp rosemary When audible signals sound, turn

    the food over. After cooking, remove and stand

    for approximately 5 minutes.A2-4 Cook 0,9 - 1,8 kg (100 g) Mix the ingredients and spread onGrilled Chicken (initial temp 5 C) the chicken.

    Low rack Pierce the skin of the chicken. Put chicken breast side down on

    Ingredients for 1,2 kg grilled chicken: the low rack.Salt & pepper, 1 tsp sweet paprika, When audible signals sound, turn2 tbsp oil the chicken over.

    After cooking, leave for approx. 3minutes in the oven, remove andput on a plate for serving.

    x2

    x3

    x4

    Button Auto defrost Weight (increasing Procedureweight) / utensils

    Ad-1 Defrost 0,2 - 1,0 kg (100 g) Place the food on a plate in theSteak and (initial temp -18 C) centre of the turntable.Chops (See note on page 25) When the oven stops and the

    audible signals sound, turn thefood over, rearrange and separate.Shield thin parts and warm spotswith aluminium foil.

    After defrosting, wrap in aluminiumfoil for 10 - 15 minutes, untilthoroughly defrosted.

    x1

    Auto defrost charts

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    Ad-2 Defrost 0,2 - 1,0 kg (100 g) Cover the turntable with cling film.Minced Meat (initial temp -18 C) Place the block of minced meat

    Cling film onto the turntable.(See note below) When the oven stops and the

    audible signals sound, turn thefood over. Remove the defrostedparts if possible.

    After defrosting, stand for 5 - 10minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.

    Ad-3 Defrost 0,1 - 1,4 kg (100 g) Remove all packaging from theCake (initial temp -18 C) cake.

    Flat dish Place on a flat dish in the middle of the turntable.

    After defrosting, cut the cake intosimilar sized pieces keeping spacebetween each piece and let standfor 15 - 60 minutes until evenlydefrosted.

    Ad-4 Defrost 0,1 - 1,0 kg (100 g) Distribute on a flat dish in theBread (initial temp -18 C) centre of the turntable.

    Flat dish When the audible signal sounds(Only sliced bread is rearrange, and remove defrostedrecommended for this slices.programme.) After defrosting separate all slices

    and distribute on a large plate.Cover the bread with aluminium foiland let stand for 5 - 10 minutesuntil thoroughly defrosted.

    x2

    x3

    x4

    Note:Auto Defrost1. Steaks and Chops should be

    frozen in one layer.2. Minced meat should be frozen in a

    thin shape.3. After turning over, shield the

    defrosted portions with small, flatpieces of aluminium foil.

    4. Gateaux topped and coated with

    cream are very sensitive tomicrowave energy.

    For the best result, if the creambegins to soften rapidly, it is best toremove it from the ovenimmediately and stand for 10 - 30minutes at room temperature.

    5. For Steaks and Chops arrange thefood in the oven as shown:

    FoodPlate

    Turntable

    Steaks and chops

    Button Auto defrost Weight (increasing Procedureweight) / utensils

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    Preparation1. Mix the rice and saffron and place

    in the greased dish.2. Mix the onions, red pepper, leek

    and chicken. Season and place onthe rice.

    3. Put butter on the top.4. Pour the stock over and cover with

    microwave cling film and cook on

    AUTO COOK (AC-1) Chicken Panwith Vegetables.5. After cooking, let stand for 5-10

    minutes.

    Preparation1. Mix together the minced meat, onion,

    egg and the breadcrumbs. Seasonwith salt and pepper. Place the meatdough into a casserole dish.

    2. Mix the meat stock with the tomatopure.

    3. Add the liquid, potatoes, carrots andparsley to the meat, mix it up well.

    4. Cover and cook onAUTO COOK(AC-2) Mince and Onion.

    5. When the oven stops and the audiblesignals sound, stir and re-cover.

    6. After cooking, stir and stand forapprox. 5 minutes. Sprinkle withparsley and serve.

    Chicken pan with vegetables (AC-1)Spicy chicken fricassee

    Mince & onion (AC-2)

    Recipes for auto cook menus

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    60 g 120 g 180 g long grain rice(parboiled)

    1 1 1 sachet saffron25 g 50 g 75 g onion (sliced)50 g 100 g 150 g red pepper (in strips)50 g 100 g 150 g leek (in strips)

    150 g 300 g 450 g fillet of chicken breast(cubed)pepper, paprikapowder

    10 g 20 g 30 g butter or margarine150 ml 300 ml 450 ml meat stock

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    150 g 300 g 450 g minced meat(1/2 beef, 1/2 pork)

    50 g 100 g 150 g onion(finely chopped)1/2 1 11/2 egg

    15 g 30 g 45 g white breadcrumbssalt and pepper

    115 ml 230 ml 345 ml meat stock20 g 40 g 60 g tomato pure65 g 125 g 190 g potatoes

    (finely chopped)65 g 125 g 190 g carrots

    (finely chopped)1/2 tbsp 1 tbsp 11/2 tbsp chopped parsley

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    Preparation1. Wash and dry the fish and sprinkle

    with lemon juice, salt and anchovybutter.

    2. Place in a gratin dish (size dependson weight).

    3. Sprinkle the Gouda over the fish.4. Wash the tomatoes and remove the

    stalk-spore. Cut into slices andplace on top of the cheese.

    5. Season with salt, pepper and the

    mixed herbs.6. Drain the Mozarella, cut into slicesand place on the tomatoes.Sprinkle the basil over the cheese.

    7. Place the gratin dish on the lowrack and cook onAUTO COOKplus GRILL 1 (A1-1) Gratinatedfish fillet.

    8. After cooking, let stand for approx.5 minutes.

    Preparation1. Put vegetables, butter and the spices

    into a casserole dish and mix well.Cook for 2-6 minutes on 900 Wdepending on weight.

    2. Wash the fish, dry and sprinkle withlemon juice and salt.

    3. Mix the crme frache with thevegetables and season again.

    4. Put half of the vegetables in a gratindish. Place the fish on top and coverwith the remaining vegetables.

    5. Spread the Gouda over the top,place on the low rack and cook onAUTO COOK plus GRILL 1 (A1-1),Gratinated fish fillet.

    6. After cooking, let stand forapproximately 5 minutes.

    Grantinated fish fillet (A1-1)Fish gratin Italian style

    Grantinated fish fillet (A1-1)Fish esterhazy

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    200 g 430 g 630 g fish fillet1/2 tbsp 1 tbsp 11/2 tbsp lemon juice1/2 tbsp 1 tbsp 11/2 tbsp anchovy butter

    30 g 50 g 80 g Gouda (grated)salt and pepper

    150 g 300 g 450 g fresh tomatoes1 tbsp 11/2 tbsp 2 tbsp chopped mixed

    herbs100 g 180 g 280 g Mozarella

    1/2 tbsp 3/4 tbsp 1 tbsp Basil (chopped)

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    230 g 450 g 680 g fish fillet100 g 200 g 300 g leeks (cut into rings)20 g 40 g 60 g onion (finely sliced)40 g 100 g 140 g carrot (grated)10 g 10 g 20 g butter or margarine

    salt, pepper andnutmeg

    1 tbsp 11/2 tbsp 2 tbsp lemon juice50 g 100 g 150 g crme frache50 g 100 g 150 g Gouda (grated)

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    Preparation1. Mix together the leaf spinach with the

    onion and season with salt, pepperand nutmeg.

    2. Grease the gratin dish. Placealternate layers of potato slices, dicedham and spinach in the dish. The toplayer should be spinach.

    3. Mix the eggs with crme frache, addsalt and pepper and pour over thevegetables.

    4. Cover the gratin with the gratedcheese.

    5. Place on the low rack and cook onAUTO COOK plus GRILL 1 (A1-2),Gratin.

    6. After cooking, let stand for 5-10minutes.

    Preparation1. Grease the gratin dish and place

    alternate layers of potato slices andcourgette in the dish.

    2. Mix the eggs with crme frache,season with salt, pepper and garlicand pour over the vegetables.

    3. Cover the gratin dish with the gratedGouda cheese.4. Finally sprinkle the gratin with

    sunflower kernel.5. Place on the low rack and cook on

    AUTO COOK plus GRILL 1 (A1-2),Gratin.

    6. After cooking, let stand for 5-10minutes.

    Preparation1. Cut the escalope of pork and the

    pork belly into 2-3 cm cubes.2. Thread meat and vegetables

    alternately on four woodenskewers.3. Combine the oil with the spices and

    brush over the kebabs.4. Place the kebabs on the high rack

    and cook onAUTO COOK plusGRILL 2 (A2-2), Grill Skewers.

    Grill Skewers (A2-2)

    Gratin (A1-2)Spinach gratin

    Gratin (A1-2)Potato-courgette-gratin

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    150 g 300 g 450 g leaf spinach(defrosted, drained)

    15 g 30 g 45 g onion(finely chopped)salt, pepper,nutmeg

    150 g 300 g 450 g boiled potatoes(sliced)

    35 g 75 g 110 g cooked ham (diced)50 g 100 g 150 g crme frache

    1 2 3 eggs40 g 75 g 115 g grated cheese

    0,5 kg 1,0 kg 1,5 kg

    200 g 400 g 600 g boiled potatoes(sliced)

    115 g 230 g 345 g courgette

    (finely sliced)75 g 150 g 225 g crme frache1 2 3 eggs

    1/2 1 2 clove of garlic(crushed)salt, pepper

    40 g 80 g 120 g grated Goudacheese

    10 g 20 g 30 g sunflower kernel

    4 pieces

    400 g pork cutlets100 g bacon

    2 onions (100 g), quartered4 tomatoes (250 g), quartered

    1/2 green pepper (100 g), in eight pieces2 tbsp oil4 tsp sweet paprika

    salt1 tsp cayenne pepper1 tsp worcester sauce

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    Abbreviations used

    tbsp =tablespoon

    tsp = teaspoonCup = cupful

    kg = kilogramg = gram

    l = litreml = millilitre

    cm = centimetremin = minutes

    Heating food & drinkFood/Drink Quantity Setting Power Time Method

    -g- -Level- -Min-

    1 from chilled

    Coffee, 1 cup 150 900 W app. 1 do not coverMilk, 1 cup 150 900 W app. 1 do not cover

    Water, 1 cup 150 900 W app. 2 do not cover, bring to the boil6 cups 900 900 W 8-10 do not cover, bring to the boil1 dish 1000 900 W 9-11 cover, bring to the boil

    One-plate meal (Veg, 400 900 W 4-6 sprinkle sauce with water, cover,Meat + side dishes) stir halfway through cooking timeSoup / Stew 200 900 W 1-2 cover, stir after heating

    Vegetables 200 900 W 2-3 add water if necessary, cover, stir500 900 W 3-5 halfway through cooking time

    Side dishes 200 900 W 2-3 sprinkle with a little water, cover, stir500 900 W 4-5 halfway through cooking time

    Meat, 1 slice1 200 900 W app. 3 sprinkle with a little sauce, coverFish fillet 200 900 W 3-5 coverCake, 1 slice 150 450 W 1/2 -1 place on a plateBaby food, 1 jar 190 450 W 1/2 -1 remove lid, stir well after heating

    check the temperatureMelting Margarine 50 900 W 1/2 coveror Butter 1

    Melting chocolate 100 450 W 3-4 stir during cooking

    Cooking fresh vegetablesFood Quantity Setting Power Time Method Added water

    -g- -Level- -Min- -tbsps / ml-

    Broccoli 500 900 W 6-8 divide into florets, cover, stir 4-5 tbspoccasionally during cooking

    Peas 500 900 W 6-8 cover, stir occasionally during cooking 4-5 tbspOnions 250 900 W 4-5 whole, cook in microwave cling film -

    Carrots 500 900 W 9-11 cut into rings, cover, stir 4-5 tbspoccasionally during cookingBoiled 500 900 W 7-9 cut into large pieces of a similar size, 150 mlpotatoes add a little salt, cover, stir(salted) occasionally during cooking

    Cooking charts

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    DefrostingFood Quantity Power Time Method Standing

    -g- -Level- -Min- time-Min-

    The times shown in the table are guidelines which may vary according to freezingtemperature, quality and weight of the foodstuffs.

    Goulash 500 270 W 8-9 stir halfway through defrosting time 10-15Sausages, 8 pieces 600 270 W 6-8 place next to each other, turn over 5-10

    4 pieces 300 270 W 3-5 halfway through defrosting time 5-10Chicken legs 200 270 W 3-4 turn over halfway through defrosting 10-15

    timeFish fillet 400 270 W 5-7 turn over halfway through defrosting 5-10

    time

    Bread rolls, 2 pieces 80 270 W 1-11

    /2 only begin to defrost -Cake, 1 piece 150 270 W 1-3 place on a plate 5Fruit e.g. strawberries 250 270 W 3-5 place next to each other, spread 5raspberries, cherries, out evenly turn over halfway throughplums defrosting time

    Defrosting & cookingFood Quantity Power Time Added Method Standing

    -g- -Level- -Min- water time-tbsps- -Min-

    Fish fillet 400 900 W 9-11 - cover 1-2One Plate Meal 400 900 W 8-10 - cover, stir after 6 minutes 2Broccoli 300 900 W 6-8 3-5 cover, stir halfway through time 2Peas 300 900 W 6-8 3-5 cover, stir halfway through time 2Mixed vegetables 500 900 W 9-11 3-5 cover, stir halfway through time 2

    Cooking, grilling & browningFood Quantity Setting Power Time Method Standing

    -g- -Level- -Min- time-Min-

    Roasts 500 450 W 5-8 season to taste, place on 10(Pork, Veal, 450 W 6-8 (*) the low rack, turn over after (*).Lamb) 450 W 5-8

    450 W 4-51000 450 W 16-18 10

    450 W 5-7 (*)

    450 W 14-16450 W 4-61500 450 W 26-28 10

    450 W 5-6 (*)450 W 26-28450 W 4-5

    Roast beef 1000 630 W 5-8 season to taste, place fatty side 10(medium) 630 W 8-10 (*) down on the low rack, turn over

    630 W 3-5 after (*).

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    Recipes

    All the recipes in this book are calculatedon the basis of 4 servings - unlessotherwise stated.

    Adapting recipes for the microwaveovenIf you would like to adapt your favourite

    recipes for the microwave, you shouldtake note of the following: Shortencooking times by a third to a half. Followthe example of the recipes in this book.

    Foods which have a high moisturecontent such as meat, fish, poultry,vegetables, fruit, stews and soups canbe prepared in your microwave withoutany difficulty.

    Foods which have little moisture,such as platters of food, should have thesurface moistened prior to heating orcooking.

    The amount of liquid to be added toraw foods, which are to be braised,should be reduced to about two thirds

    of the quantity in the original recipe. Ifnecessary, add more liquid duringcooking.

    The amount of fat to be added canbe reduced considerably. A smallamount of butter, margarine or oil issufficient to flavour food. For this reasonyour microwave is excellent for preparinglow-fat foods as part of a diet.

    Roast beef 1500 630 W 12-15 10(medium) 630 W 12-15 (*)

    630 W 4-6Chicken 1200 900 W 9-11 season to taste, place breast 3

    630 W 5-7 (*) side down on the low rack,900 W 9-11 turn over after (*).630 W 3-5

    Chicken legs 200 450 W 6-7 (*) season to taste, place skin 34-6 side down on the high rack,turn over after (*).

    Rump steaks 400 11-12 (*) place on the high rack, turn2 pieces, 6-8 over after (*), season aftermedium grilling.Browning of 8-13 place gratin dish on the lowgratin dishes rack. The grilling time depends

    on the type of cheese used.Croque 1 piece 450 W 1/2 toast the bread and spread itMonsieur 5-6 with butter; top with a slice of

    4 pieces 450 W 1/2 -1 cooked ham, a slice of pineapple5-6 and a slice of cheese. Prick the

    centre and place on the top grill.

    Frozen Pizza 300 450 W 4-6 place on the low rack.450 W 4-6400 450 W 6-7

    450 W 5-7

    Cooking, grilling & browningFood Quantity Setting Power Time Method Standing

    -g- -Level- -Min- time-Min-

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    Onion soupTotal cooking time: approx. 14-17 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 litre capacity)

    4 soup bowls (200 ml)Ingredients1 tbsp butter or margarine2 onions (100 g), sliced800 ml meat stock

    salt & pepper2 slices of bread for toasting4 tbsp grated cheese (40 g)

    1. Place the butter cut up into piecesin the bowl. Add the sliced onion,the meat stock and the seasoning.Cover and microwave.9-11 min. 900 W

    2. Toast the slices of bread, cut theminto cubes and divide them amongthe soup bowls. Pour the soupover the toast cubes and sprinkleon the cheese.

    3. Place the bowls on the turntable,

    use the top grill and brown thecheese topping.6-7 min.

    Mushrooms with rosemaryTotal cooking time: approx. 10-17 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (1 litre capacity)

    Shallow round dish with lid(approx. 22 cm diameter)

    Ingredients8 large mushrooms

    (approx. 225 g), whole2 tbsp butter or margarine (20 g)

    1 onion (50 g), finely chopped50 g bacon, finely dicedblack pepperground fresh rosemary, bruised

    125 ml dry white wine125 ml cream2 tbsp flour (20 g)

    1. Remove the stalks from themushrooms and chop the stalksinto small pieces.

    2. Spread the butter on the bottom ofthe dish. Add the onions, the dicedbacon and the mushroom stalks.Season with pepper and rosemary,cover and cook.3-5 min. 900 W

    Leave to cool.3. Heat 100 ml of the wine and creamin the other dish with its lid on.1-3 min. 900 W

    4. Mix the remaining wine with theflour, stir into the hot liquid and cookwith the lid on. Stir once duringcooking.approx. 1 min. 900 W

    5. Fill the mushrooms with the baconmixture, place in the sauce andcook on the high rack.6-8 min. 270 WAllow the mushrooms to stand for

    approximately 2 minutes oncecooked.

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    Aubergines stuffed with mincedmeatTotal cooking time: approx. 17-22 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (1 litre size)

    shallow oval gratin dish with lid(approx. 30 cm long)

    Ingredients2 aubergines, less stalks (app.

    250 g)3 tomatoes (app. 200 g)1 tbsp olive oil to grease the dish

    2 onions (100 g), chopped4 mild green chillies200 g mince (beef or lamb)2 garlic cloves, crushed2 tbsp parsley, chopped

    salt & pepper, pink paprika60 g Feta cheese, dicedTip: You can substitute courgettes for

    the aubergines.

    1. Cut the aubergines in half lengthways.Scoop out the flesh with a teaspoonto leave a shell about 1 cm thick.Sprinkle the aubergines with salt anddice the scooped-out flesh.

    2. Remove the skin from two of thetomatoes and chop them up, havingfirst cut out the stalks.

    3. Grease the bottom of the bowl withthe olive oil. Add the onions. Coverand cook.

    approx. 2 min. 900 W4. Remove the stalks and seeds fromthe chillies and cut them into rings.Retain a third for the garnish. Mix theminced meat with the dicedaubergines, onions and tomatoes, thechilli rings, the crushed garlic cloveand the parsley. Season to taste.

    5. Dry the aubergine halves. Fill with halfof the mince mixture, spread the fetacheese on top, and then add the restof the filling.

    6. Arrange the aubergine halves in thegreased oven proof dish, place thedish on the low rack and cook.11-13 min. 630 WGarnish the aubergine halves with thechilli rings and slices of tomato andcontinue cooking.4-7 min. 630 WAllow the aubergines to stand forabout 2 minutes after cooking.

    Zurich veal stewTotal cooking time: approx. 9-14 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)Ingredients

    600 g veal fillet1 tbsp butter or margarine1 onion (50 g), finely chopped100 ml white wine

    gravy thickener to make approx.1/2 litre

    300 ml cream1 tbsp parsley, chopped

    1. Slice the meat into finger-thick strips.2. Smear the butter evenly around the

    dish. Add the onion and the meat tothe dish, cover and cook. Stir once

    during cooking.6-9 min. 900 W3. Add the white wine, the gravy powder

    and the cream, stir, cover and continueto cook. Stir once during cooking.3-5 min. 900 W

    4. Taste the stew, stir again and allow tostand for 5 minutes. Serve withparsley garnish.

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    Fillet of sole(for 2 portions)Total cooking time: approx. 11-13 min.Utensils: shallow oval gratin dish with

    lid (approx. 26 cm long)Ingredients400 g fillet of sole1 lemon, untreated2 tomatoes (150 g)1 tsp butter or margarine to grease

    the dish1 tbsp vegetable oil1 tbsp parsley, chopped

    salt & pepper4 tbsp white wine (30 ml)2 tbsp butter or margarine (20 g)Tip: You can also use rosefish, halibut,

    mullet, plaice or cod in this recipe.

    1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Removeany bones.

    2. Slice the lemon and the tomatoesfinely.

    3. Grease the gratin dish with butter.Place the fish in it and drizzle withvegetable oil.

    4. Sprinkle the fish with parsley, laythe slices of tomato on top andseason. Lay the slices of lemon ontop of the tomato and pour thewhite wine over this.

    5. Dot the lemon with butter, cover

    and cook.11-13 min. 630 WLeave the fish fillets to stand for 2minutes after cooking.

    Stuffed hamTotal cooking time: approx. 13-18 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 litre capacity)

    Shallow oval gratin dish(approx. 26 cm long)

    Ingredients150 g fresh spinach, stalks removed150 g quark, 6 % fat50 g grated Emmental cheese

    pepper, paprika, mild6 slices cooked ham (300 g)

    125 ml water125 ml cream2 tbsp flour (20 g)2 tbsp butter or margarine (20 g)1 tsp butter or margarine to grease

    the dishTip: You can also use ready-made

    bchamel sauce for this recipe.

    1. Cut the spinach finely, mix with thequark and the cheese and seasonto taste.

    2. Place a tablespoon of the filling oneach slice of the cooked ham androll up. Secure the ham with awooden toothpick.

    3. Make a bchamel sauce. To dothis, pour the liquid into the dish,cover and heat.2-4 min. 900 W

    Rub the butter into the flour, add tothe liquid and beat with a balloonwhisk, until it is smooth. Cover,bring to the boil until thickened.1-2 min. 900 WStir and taste.

    4. Pour the sauce into the greaseddish, place the ham rolls in the dishand cook on the turntable.10-12 min. 630 WAllow the ham rolls to stand forapprox. 5 minutes after cooking.

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    Fish filet with cheese sauceTotal cooking time: approx. 21-25 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (1 litre capacity)

    shallow oval gratin dish(approx. 25 cm long)

    Ingredients4 Fish fillets (approx. 800 g)

    (e.g. perch, flounder or cod)2 tbsp lemon juice

    salt1 tbsp butter or margarine

    1 onion (50 g), finely chopped2 tbsp flour (20 g)100 ml white wine1 tsp vegetable oil to grease the dish100 g grated Emmental cheese2 tbsp chopped parsley

    1. Wash the fish, pat dry and sprinklewith lemon juice. Leave to stand for15 minutes, pat dry again and rubwith salt.

    2. Smear the butter on the bottom ofthe dish. Add the diced onion,cover with the lid and steam.1-2 min. 900 W

    3. Sprinkle the flour over the onionsand stir.Add the white wine and mix.

    4. Grease the gratin dish and placethe fish in it. Pour the sauce overthe fish and sprinkle with cheese.Place on the low rack and cook.1. 7-8 min. 450 W and then2. 14-16 min. 450 WAllow fish to stand forapproximately 2 minutes aftercooking. Serve with a garnish ofchopped parsley.

    Almond troutTotal cooking time: approx. 16-19 min.

    Utensils: shallow oval gratin dish(ca. 32 cm lang)Ingredients4 trout (200 g), trimmed

    juice of one lemonsalt

    30 g butter or margarine5 tbsp flour (50 g)1 tsp butter or margarine to grease

    the dish50 g almond flakes

    1. Wash and dry the trout and sprinklewith lemon juice. Apply salt to the

    interior and exterior of the fish andleave to stand for 15 minutes.2. Melt the butter.

    1 min. 900 W3. Dry the fish, spread on the butter

    and roll in the flour.4. Grease the dish. Put the trout in

    the dish and cook on the low rack.Two thirds through the cookingperiod turn the trout and scatterthe almonds over them.15-18 min. 450 WAllow the almond trout to stand for2 minutes after cooking.

    Tip: Suitable accompanying dishes areparsley potatoes and a greensalad.

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    Veal cutlet with mozzarellaTotal cooking time: approx. 24-31 min.Utensils: shallow square gratin dish

    with lid (approx. 25 cm long)Ingredients2 mozzarella cheese (150 g)500 g drained, peeled tinned

    tomatoes4 veal cutlets (600 g)20 ml olive oil2 cloves of garlic, sliced pepper,

    freshly milled2 tbsp capers (20 g)oregano, salt

    1. Cut the mozzarella into slices. Pureethe tomatoes with the pureeattachment of a hand mixer.

    2. Wash the cutlets, dry them and beatthem flat. Distribute the oil and thegarlic slices over the bottom of theoven-proof dish. Add the cutlets andpour over the tomato puree. Sprinklewith pepper, capers and oregano,cover and cook on the low rack.15-19 min. 630 W

    Turn the meat slices.3. Place a few slices of mozzarella oneach piece of meat, add salt andcook uncovered on the high rack.9-12 min. 630 WAfter cooking allow to stand forabout 5 minutes.

    Stuffed roast chicken(2 Portions)Total cooking time: approx. 36-40 min.Utensils: bowl (2 Iitre capacity) stringIngredients

    1 chicken (1000 g)saltrosemary & majoram, bruised

    1 stale bread (roll, 40 g)1 bunch parsley, finely chopped

    (10 g)1 pinch nutmeg5 tbsp butter or margarine (50 g)1 egg yolk 1 tbsp sweet paprika1 tsp Butter or Margarine to grease

    the dish

    1. Wash the chicken, dry it andseason it internally with salt,rosemary and marjoram.

    2. For the filling soak the bread roll incold water for about 10 minutes

    and then squeeze the water out.Mix with salt, parsley, nutmeg,butter (20 g) and egg yolk and stuffthe chicken with the mixture. Tie upthe opening with string.

    3. Heat the butter (30 g).approx. 1 min. 900 WStir the paprika and salt into thebutter and spread over the chicken.

    4. Place chicken in the greased dishand cook.Turn over halfway through cooking.35-39 min. 630 WLeave the stuffed roast chicken to

    stand for approx. 3 minutes aftercooking.

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    Courgette & noodle gratinTotal cooking time: approx. 37-44 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 l capacity)

    gratin dish (approx. 26 cm long)Ingredients500 ml water1/2 tsp oil80 g macaroni400 g tinned chopped tomatoes3 onion (150 g), finely chopped

    basil, thyme, salt & pepper

    1 tbsp oil to grease the dish450 g courgettes, sliced150 g sour cream2 eggs100 g grated Cheddar cheese

    1. Put the water, oil and salt in the bowl,cover and bring to the boil.3-4 min. 900 W

    2. Break the macaroni into pieces andadd them to the dish. Stir and allowto soak.9 -11 min. 270 WDrain the pasta and allow to cool.

    3. Mix the tomatoes with the onions andseason well. Add the macaroni andpour over the tomato sauce. Divide

    the courgette slices on top.4. Beat the sour cream and the eggsand pour over the dish. Sprinkle thegrated cheese on top. Place on thelow rack and cook.1. 18-21 min. 900 W and then2. 7-8 min. 630 WAllow the gratin to stand for about5-10 minutes after cooking.

    Lasagne al fornoTotal cooking time: approx. 18-25 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)

    shallow, square gratin dish

    with lid (approx. 20 x 20 x 6 cm)Ingredients300 g canned tomatoes50 g ham, finely cubed1 onion (50 g), finely chopped1 clove of garlic, crushed250 g minced meat (beef)2 tbsp mashed tomato (30 g)

    salt & pepper, oregano,thyme & basil

    150 ml cream (crme frache)100 ml milk50 g grated Parmesan cheese

    1 tsp mixed chopped herbs1 tsp olive oilsalt & pepper, nutmeg

    1 tsp vegetable oil to grease the dish125 g green flat pasta1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese1 tbsp butter or margarine

    1. Cut the tomatoes into slices, mix withthe ham, onion cubes, garlic, mincedmeat and mashed tomato. Seasonand cook with the lid on.5-8 min. 900 W

    2. Mix the cream with the milk,Parmesan cheese, herbs, oil andspices.

    3. Grease the souffl mould and coverthe bottom of the mould with about1/3 of the pasta. Put half of theminced meat mixture on the pastaand pour on some sauce. Put anadditional 1/3 of the pasta on topfollowed by another layer of theminced meat mixture and somesauce, finishing with the remaining

    pasta on top. Finally, cover the pastawith lots of sauce and sprinkle withParmesan cheese. Place butter flakeson top and cook with the lid on.13-17 min. 630 WAfter cooking, let the lasagne standfor approximately 5-10 minutes.

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    Tagliatelle with cream & basil sauce(for 2 Portions)Total cooking time: approx. 16-22 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)

    round souffl dish(approx. 20 cm diam.)

    Ingredients1 I water1 tsp salt200 g tagliatelle1 clove of garlic

    15-20 basil leaves200 g cream (crme frache)30 g grated Parmesan cheese

    salt & pepper

    1. Place the water and the salt into thebowl, cover and bring to the boil.9-11 min. 900 W

    2. Add the pasta, bring to the boilagain, then simmer.1. 1-2 min. 900 W2. 6-9 min. 270 W

    3. Meanwhile rub the garlic cloves overthe souffl dish. Chop the basilleaves. Keep some aside forgarnishing.

    4. Drain the pasta well. Stir in thecrme frache and sprinkle the basilover the pasta.

    5. Add the parmesan cheese, salt andpepper, place into a souffl dish andstir. Garnish the dish with basil andserve hot.

    Bread dumplings(for 5 Portions)Total cooking time: approx. 8-11 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (1 Iitre capacity)

    5 cups or pudding moulds

    Ingredients2 tbsp butter or margarine (20 g)1 onion (50 g), finely chopped500 ml milk200 g dried bread cubes

    (from approx. 5 bread rolls)3 eggs

    1. Cut the bread rolls into small cubesand soak in the milk.

    2. Divide the fat on the bottom of thebowl and add the chopped onion.Cover and cook.

    1-2 min. 900 W3. Add the onion to the bread cubes.Beat the eggs, add them and mixwell to form a workable paste. Ifnecessary add a little milk.

    4. Divide the paste equally into 5 cupsor pudding moulds, cover withmicrowave cling film, arrange onthe edge of the turntable and cook.6-8 min. 900 WAllow the dumplings to stand forabout 2 minutes after cooking. Turnthe dumplings onto a plate beforeserving.

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    Berry jelly with vanilla sauceTotal cooking time: approx. 8-12 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)Ingredients150 g redcurrants, washed and

    sorted150 g strawberries, washed and

    sorted150 g raspberries, washed and sorted250 ml white wine100 g sugar

    50 ml lemon juice8 gelatine sheets300 ml milk

    flavouring from 1/2 vanilla pod30 g sugar15 g cornflourTip: You can also use frozen fruit once it

    is defrosted.

    1. Reserve some of the fruit fordecoration. Puree the rest of theberries with the wine. Put into thebowl, cover and cook.5-7 min. 900 WAdd sugar and lemon juice.

    2. Leave gelatine in cold water for 10minutes to soften. Remove andsqueeze out water. Stir gelatine intothe hot fruit until it dissolves. Put thejelly into the fridge to set.

    3. To make the vanilla sauce, put themilk in a bowl. Slice the vanilla podopen and scrape out the vanillaflavouring. Stir the flavouring, sugarand cornflour into the milk and coverbefore cooking. Stir occasionallyduring cooking and to finish.3-5 min. 900 W

    4. Tip the set jelly onto a plate andgarnish with the whole berries. Servewith the vanilla sauce.

    Pears in chocolate sauceTotal cooking time: approx. 8-13 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)

    bowl with lid (1 Iitre capacity)Ingredients4 pears (600 g)60 g sugar1 pack vanilla sugar (10 g)1 tbsp pear liqueur, 30 % proof150 ml water130 g plain chocolate pieces100 g cream (crme frache)Tip: You could also serve this with

    vanilla ice cream.

    1. Peel the pears, keeping them whole.2. Put sugar, vanilla sugar, liqueur and

    water into the bowl. Stir and heat.1-2 min. 900 W

    3. Place the pears in the juice, coverand cook.5-8 min. 900 WTake the pears out of the juice andallow to cool.

    4. Put 50 ml of the juice in the smallbowl, add the cream and chocolate.Cover and heat.2-3 min. 900 W

    5. Stir the sauce well and pour over

    the pears to serve.

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    Cheesecake(for 12 Portions)Total cooking time: approx. 21-27 min.Utensils: Round baking tin

    (approx. 26 cm diam.)Ingredients300 g flour1 tbsp cocoa3 tsp baking powder (9 g)150 g sugar1 egg

    150 g butter or margarine1 tsp butter or margarine to greasethe dish

    100 g butter or margarine100 g sugar1 pack vanilla sugar (10 g)3 eggs400 g fromage frais, 20 % fat content1 pack powdered vanilla pudding mix

    (40 g)

    1. Mix the flour and cocoa with thebaking flour. Add the sugar, egg andbutter and use the kneading hook onthe hand-held blender to knead.

    2. Grease the tin, roll out 2/3 of thedough and place it in the tin. Lift theedges 2 cm to form a rim. Pre-bakethe pastry.6-8 min. 630 W

    3. For the filling, whisk the butter untillight and fluffy, add the sugar and

    eggs one at a time. Finally add thefromage frais and the powderedvanilla pudding mix.

    4. Spread the filling over the pre-bakeddough and add the remainingcrumbling dough on the cake andbake.15-19 min. 630 W

    Semolina pudding with raspberrysauceTotal cooking time: approx. 15-20 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)Ingredients500 ml milk40 g sugar15 g chopped almonds50 g semolina1 egg yolk 1 tbsp water1 egg white250 g raspberries50 ml water40 g sugar

    1. Put the milk, sugar and almonds intothe bowl, cover and heat.3-5 min. 900 W

    2. Add the semolina and stir. Cover andmicrowave. Stir once during cooking.10-12 min. 270 W

    3. Mix the egg yolk with the water in acup and fold into the hot semolina.Beat the egg white until stiff andlightly fold it in. Transfer the puddingto small bowls.

    4. For the sauce wash the raspberries,dry carefully and put into a bowl withwater and sugar. Cover and heat.2-3 min. 900 W

    5. Puree the raspberries and serve either

    hot or cold with the semolinapudding.

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    Chocolate with cream(for 1 Portion)Total cooking time: approx. 1 min.Utensils: large cup (200 ml capacity)Ingredients150 ml milk30 g plain chocolate, grated30 ml cream

    chocolate vermicelli

    1. Pour the milk into the cup. Add thechocolate, stir and heat. Stiroccasionally.approx. 1 min. 900 W

    2. Whip the cream until stiff andspoon this on top of the chocolate.Serve garnished with chocolatevermicelli.

    Fiery drink(for 30 Portions)Total cooking time: approx. 8-10 min.Utensils: bowl with lid (2 Iitre capacity)Ingredients500 ml white wine500 ml dry red wine500 ml rum, 54 % proof1 whole orange3 cinnamon sticks75 g sugar10 tsp rock candy

    1. Pour the alcohol into the bowl. Peelthe orange so that the peel is thinand put this in the alcohol togetherwith the cinnamon and sugar.Cover and heat.8-10 min. 900 W

    2. Remove the peel and cinnamon.Put one teaspoon of the rockcandy into each grog glass, top upwith the fiery drink and serve.

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    Care & cleaning

    CAUTION: DO NOT USECOMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS,STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE,HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THATCONTAIN SODIUM HYDROXIDE ORSCOURING PADS ON ANY PARTOF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.

    CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULARINTERVALS AND REMOVE ANYFOOD DEPOSITS. Failure tomaintain the oven in a cleancondition could lead to adeterioration of the surface thatcould adversely affect the life ofthe appliance and possibly resultin a hazardous situation.

    Oven exteriorThe outside of your oven can be easilycleaned with mild soap and water.

    Make sure that the soap is wipedoff with a moist cloth, and dry theexterior with a soft towel.

    Control panelOpen the door before cleaning to de-activate the control panel. Care shouldbe taken in cleaning the control panel.

    Using a cloth dampened with wateronly, gently wipe the panel until it

    becomes clean. Avoid using excessiveamounts of water. Do not use any sortof chemical or abrasive cleaner.

    Oven interior1. For cleaning, wipe any spatters or

    spills with a soft damp cloth orsponge after each use while theoven is still warm. For heavier spills,use mild soap and wipe severaltimes with a damp cloth until allresidues are removed.

    2. Make sure that mild soap or water

    do not penetrate the small vents inthe walls which may cause damageto the oven.

    3. Do not use spray type cleaners onthe oven interior.

    4. Heat up your oven regularly byusing the grill, refer to note 2 onpage 18. Remaining food or fatsplashed can cause smoke or abad smell.

    Turntable & turntable supportRemove the turntable and turntable

    support from the oven. Wash theturntable and turntable support in mildsoapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.Both the turntable and the turntablesupport are dishwasher safe.

    DoorTo remove all trace of dirt, regularlyclean both sides of the door, the doorseals and surfaces with a soft, dampcloth.

    RacksThese should be washed in a mild

    washing up liquid solution and dried.The rack is dishwasher safe.

    Note:A steam cleaner should not beused.

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    Troubleshooting

    Note: If you cook the food over thestandard time with only the samecooking mode, the power of the ovenwill lower automatically to avoidoverheating.

    (The microwave power level will bereduced or the grill heating element willbegin to light on and off). Afterpausing for 90 seconds, full power canbe reset.

    Symptom Possible symptoms/remedies

    ... the microwave appliance is not Check thatworking properly? - 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.... the microwave mode is not Check that

    working? - the door is properly closed,- the door seals and their surfaces are clean,

    - the START/+30-button has been pressed.... the turntable is not turning? Check that

    - the turntable support is correctly connected to thedrive,

    - 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.- Call an authorised ELECTROLUX service agent.

    ... the interior light is not working? - Call your local ELECTROLUX service agent. Theinterior light bulb can be exchanged only by a trainedELECTROLUX service agent.

    ... the food is taking longer to heat - Set a longer cooking time (double quantity = nearly

    through and cook than before? double time) or- if the food is colder than usual, rotate or turn from timeto time or

    - set a higher power setting.

    Cooking mode Standard time Reduced power level

    Microwave (900 W) 20 minutes Microwave - 630 WGrill 30 minutes Grill - 50 %Dual Grill Grill - 30 minutes Grill - 50 %

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    Specifications

    * This Product fulfils the requirement of the European standard EN55011.In conformity with this standard, this product is classified as group 2 class B equipment.Group 2 means that the equipment intentionally generates radio-frequency energy in theform of electromagnetic radiation for the heat treatment of food.Class B equipment means that the equipment is suitable to be used in domesticestablishments.

    ** Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height.Actual capacity for holding food is less.

    This oven complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EECand 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

    SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ASPART OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

    AC Line VoltageDistribution line fuse/circuit breaker

    AC Power required: MicrowaveGrill

    Microwave/GrillOutput power: Microwave

    GrillMicrowave FrequencyOutside Dimensions

    Cavity DimensionsOven Capacity

    TurntableWeightOven lamp

    : 230 V, 50 Hz, single phase: Minimum 16 A: 1.37 kW: 1.00 kW: 2.35 kW: 900 W (IEC 60705): 1000 W: 2450 MHz * (Group 2, Class B): 592 mm (W) x 460 mm (H) x 437 mm (D)

    : 342 mm (W) x 207 mm (H) x 368 mm (D) **: 26 litres **: 325 mm, glass: approx. 20 kg: 25 W/240 - 250 V

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    Installation

    Installing the appliance

    1. Remove all packaging and checkcarefully for any signs of damage.

    2. If fitting the microwave oven abovea conventional oven (position A)then use the mylar sheet provided.

    a. Cut the Mylar sheet to fit theinternal width of the unit.

    b. Peel back the protective cover onthe tape and fix to the rear of theshelf so that it covers the servicegap. (See diagram).

    3. Fit the appliance into the kitchencupboard slowly, and withoutforce, until the front frame of theoven seals against the frontopening of the cupboard.

    4. Ensure the appliance is stable andnot leaning. Ensure that a 5 mmgap is kept between the cupboarddoor above and the top of the

    frame (see diagram).

    Mylar sheet

    Conventionaloven Ser

    vicegap

    Internalwidth

    5 mm

    5. Fix the oven in position with thescrews provided.The fixing points are located on thetop and bottom corners of the oven(see diagram, item 10, page 9).

    6. It is important to ensure that theinstallation of this productconforms to the instructions in thisoperation manual and theconventional oven manufacturersinstallation instructions.

    The microwave can be fitted inposition A or B:

    D

    Chimney Chimney

    Conventionaloven

    Position A Position B

    Position Niche Size Chimney GapW D H (min) Between

    Cupboard

    & CeilingA 560x550x450 50 50B 560x500x450 40 50

    Measurements in (mm)

    Note: Ensure the bottom of theoven is 85 cm or more abovethe floor.

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    Connecting the appliance tothe power supply

    The electrical outlet should bereadily accessible so that theunit can be unplugged easily inan emergency.

    The socket should not bepositioned behind the cupboard.

    The best position is above thecupboard, see (A). When not

    connecting the power supply cordto position (A) it should be removedfrom the support clip (see diagram,item 14, page 9) and routed underthe oven.

    Connect the appliance to a singlephase 230 V/50 Hz alternatingcurrent via a correctly installedearth socket. The socket must befused with a 16 A fuse.

    The power supply cord mayonly be replaced by anelectrician.

    Before installing, tie a piece ofstring to the power supply cord tofacilitate connection to point (A)when the appliance is beinginstalled.

    When inserting the appliance intothe high-sided cupboard, DO NOTcrush the power supply cord.

    Do not immerse the power supplycord or plug in water or any otherliquid.

    (A)

    Electrical connections

    WARNING: THIS APPLIANCEMUST BE EARTHED.The manufacturer declines anyliability should this safety measurenot be observed.

    If the plug that is fitted to yourappliance is not suitable for your

    socket outlet, iyou must call your localElectrolux service agent.

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    Environmental information

    Ecologically responsible disposal ofpackaging materials and oldappliances

    Packaging materialsElectrolux microwave ovens requireeffective packaging to protect themduring transportation. Only theminimum packaging necessary is used.

    Packaging materials (e.g. foil orstyrofoam) can place children at risk.Danger of suffocation. Keeppackaging material away fromchildren.

    All packaging materials used areenvironment friendly and can berecycled. The cardboard is made fromrecycled paper and the wooden partsare untreated. Plastic items are markedas follows:PE polyethylene eg packaging film

    PS polystyrene eg packaging (CFC-free)PP polypropylene eg packaging

    strapsBy using and re-using the packaging,raw materials are saved and wastevolume is reduced. Packaging shouldbe taken to your nearest recyclingcentre. Contact your local council forinformation.

    Disposal of old appliancesOld appliances should be made safebefore disposal by removing the plug,

    and cutting off and disposing of thepower cable.

    It should then be taken to thenearest recycling centre. Check withyour local Council or EnvironmentalHealth Office to see if there are facilitiesin your area for recycling the appliance.

    The symbol on the product or onits packaging indicates that thisproduct may not be treated ashousehold waste. Instead it shall behanded over to the applicablecollection point for the recycling ofelectrical and electronic equipment. Byensuring this product is disposed ofcorrectly, you will help preventpotential negative consequences forthe environment and human health,which could otherwise be caused byinappropriate waste handling of thisproduct. For more detailed informationabout recycling of this product, pleasecontact your local city office, yourhousehold waste disposal service orthe shop where you purchased theproduct.

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    Guarantee / Customer service

    Standard guarantee conditionsWe, Electrolux, undertake that if within12 months of the date of the purchasethis Electrolux appliance or any partthereof is proved to be defective byreason only of faulty workmanship ormaterials, we will, at our option repairor replace the same FREE OFCHARGE for labour, materials or

    carriage on condition that: The appliance has been correctly

    installed and used only on theelectricity supply stated on therating plate.

    The appliance has been used fornormal domestic purposes only,and in accordance with themanufacturers instructions.

    The appliance has not beenserviced, maintained, repaired,taken apart or tampered with byany person not authorised by us.

    Electrolux Service Force Centremust undertake all service workunder this guarantee.

    Any appliance or defective partreplaced shall become theCompanys property.

    This guarantee is in addition to yourstatutory and other legal rights.

    Exclusions Damage or calls resulting from

    transportation, improper use orneglect, the replacement of anylight bulbs or removable parts of

    glass or plastic. Costs incurred for calls to put right

    an appliance which is improperlyinstalled or calls to appliancesoutside the United Kingdom.

    Appliances found to be in usewithin a commercial environment,plus those which are subject torental agreements.

    Products of Electroluxmanufacturer that are not marketedby Electrolux.

    Service & spare parts

    In the event of your appliance requiringservice, or if you wish to purchasespare parts, please contact your localService Force Centre by telephoning:08705 929 929

    Your telephone call will be automaticallyrouted to the Service Force Centrecovering your post code area.For the address of your local ServiceForce Centre and further informationabout Service Force, please visit thewebsite atwww.serviceforce.co.uk

    Before calling out an engineer, pleaseensure you have read the details underthe heading Troubleshooting.When you contact the Service ForceCentre you will need to give thefollowing details:1. Your name, address and postcode.2. Your telephone number.3. Clear and concise details of the

    fault.4. The model and serial number of the

    appliance (found on the rating plate).5. The purchase date.

    Please note that a valid purchasereceipt or guarantee documentation isrequired for in-guarantee service calls.

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    Customer careFor general enquiries concerning yourElectrolux appliance, or for furtherinformation on Electrolux productsplease contact our Customer CareDepartment by letter or telephone atthe address below or visit our websiteat www.electrolux.co.uk

    Customer Care DepartmentElectrolux Major Appliances

    Addington WayLutonBedfordshire, LU4 9QQTel: 08705 950 950 (*)(*) Calls may be recorded for trainingpurposes

    European guaranteeThis appliance is guaranteed byElectrolux in each of the countrieslisted at the back of this user manual,for the period specified in theappliance guarantee or otherwise bylaw. If you move from one of thesecountries to another of the countrieslisted below the appliance guaranteewill move with you subject to thefollowing qualifications:- The appliance guarantee starts

    from the date you first purchasedthe appliance which will beevidenced by production of a validpurchase document issued by theseller of the appliance.

    The appliance guarantee is for thesame period and to the sameextent for labour and parts as

    exists in your new country ofresidence for this particular modelor range of appliances.

    The appliance guarantee ispersonal to the original purchaserof the appliance and cannot betransferred to another user.

    The appliance is installed and usedin accordance with instructionsissued by Electrolux and is onlyused within the home i.e. is notused for commercial purposes.

    The appliance is installed inaccordance with all relevantregulations in force within your newcountry of residence.

    The provisions of this EuropeanGuarantee do not affect any of the

    rights granted to you by law.

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    Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 TiraneBelgique/Belgi/ +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 LembeekBelgienCjesk republika +420 2 61 12 61 12 Budejovick 3, Praha 4, 140 21Danmark +45 70 11 74 00 Sjllandsgade 2, 7000 FredericiaDeutschland +49 180 32 26 622 Muggenhofer Str. 135, 90429 NrnbergEesti +37 2 66 50 030 Mustame tee 24, 10621 Tallinn

    Espaa +34 902 11 63 88 Carretera M-300, Km. 29,900 Alcal deHenares Madrid

    France www.electrolux.frGreat Britain +44 8705 929 929 Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire LU4 9QQHellas +30 23 10 56 19 70 4, Limnou Str., 54627 ThessalonikiHrvatska +385 1 63 23 338 Slavonska avenija 3, 10000 ZagrebIreland +353 1 40 90 753 Longmile Road Dublin 12Italia +39 (0) 434 558500 C.so Lino Zanussi, 26 - 33080 Porcia (PN)Latvija +37 17 8


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