Miele M 637-45 ECR Operating Instructions Manual

Miele operating instructions microwave oven m 637-45 ecr
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Operating instructions

Microwave oven

M 637-45 ECR
ZiG
To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to this appliance
it is essential to read these instructions
before it is installed or used for the first time.
M.-Nr. 06 160 910

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Microwave oven M 637-45 ECR To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to this appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 06 160 910...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How the microwave oven functions ........15...
  • Page 3 Automatic warming function ......... 25 Quick-Start (programmable) .
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance Oven interior and accessories a Oven door b Door locking mechanism c Grill/browning element d Side runners e Control panel f Turntable g Grilling rack h Glass tray i Gourmet plate j Cover k Boiling rod...
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Control panel Description of the appliance l Electronic clock display m Microwave power and automatic programme selector n Rotary selector for entering: time, weight, temperature, grill setting o Grill button n p Fan grill button N q Fan heat button D r Time of day button m s Minute minder button l t Stop/cancel button...
  • Page 6: Accessories Supplied

    Description of the appliance Accessories supplied Side runners The side runners can be inserted into the oven walls to hold the grilling rack and the glass tray. When dishes are placed directly on the turntable, the microwave can be used without the side runners.
  • Page 7: Caring For The Environment

    Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
  • Page 8: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Technical safety If the connection cable is damaged, the new cable must be fitted by a Miele approved service technician. Do not use the microwave if - the door is warped. - the door hinges are loose.
  • Page 9 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating). The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 10 Always remember that times for cooking, reheating and defrosting in a microwave oven are usually considerably shorter than with traditional methods of food preparation. Excessively long cooking times can lead to food drying out and burning or could even cause it to catch fire.
  • Page 11 Do not open the door until the smoke has dispersed. Never heat undiluted alcohol in the microwave oven as this can easily ignite. Do not heat up tins in the microwave oven. Pressure can build up and they may explode.
  • Page 12 See appropriate section. Eggs can only be cooked in their shells in the microwave oven in a specially designed egg-boiling device available from specialist shops. Similarly, hard-boiled eggs should not...
  • Page 13 When using kitchen appliances connected to sockets near the microwave oven, ensure that the cable cannot get trapped in a hot oven door, which could melt the cable insulation and be dangerous.
  • Page 14 Browning dishes should only be used in a microwave oven, or as a serving dish. In a conventional oven the special glaze would suffer damage.
  • Page 15: How The Microwave Oven Functions

    How does the microwave oven function? In a microwave oven there is a high-frequency tube called a magnetron. This converts electrical energy into microwaves. These microwaves are distributed evenly throughout the oven interior and rebound off the metal sides of the oven interior to reach the food from all sides.
  • Page 16: Programmes

    Programmes What can a microwave oven In the microwave oven, food is cooked, reheated or defrosted quickly. You can use your microwave in the following ways: – Food can be defrosted, reheated or cooked by entering a power setting and a time.
  • Page 17: Suitable Containers For Microwave Ovens

    Exceptions: – Ready-meals in aluminium foil dishes These can be defrosted and reheated in the microwave oven, if recommended by the manufacturer. Important: Remove the lid first. However, as food is only heated from the top it is better to remove the food...
  • Page 18 Glassware Heat-resistant glass or ceramic glass are ideal for use in the microwave oven. Crystal glass contains lead which could cause the glass to crack. Glass dishes with a milled rim are also subject to this risk.
  • Page 19: Testing Dishes For Their Suitability

    If in doubt as to whether glass, earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a microwave oven, a simple test can be performed: ^ Place the item you wish to test in the centre of the oven, fill a suitable glass with water and also place this in the oven.
  • Page 20: The Cover

    Alternatively, use lids or covers made of microwave-safe glass or plastic, or use a clingfilm recommended for use in a microwave oven (pierce as instructed by the manufacturer). Heat can cause normal clingfilm to distort and fuse with the food.
  • Page 21: Before Using For The First Time

    Important: After unpacking, let the appliance stand for approx. 2 hours at room temperature after transporting it to its final location before connecting it to the mains. This is important for the correct electronic functioning of the appliance. ^ Remove all the packaging materials from the appliance.
  • Page 22: Time Of Day Display

    Time of day display Setting the time of day ^ Connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply. 12:00 flashes in the display for approx. 4 seconds and the m symbol lights up. ^ Use the time selector to set the time of day.
  • Page 23: Operation

    Opening the door ^ Press the a button to open the door. If the microwave oven is being used, opening the door will interrupt the cooking programme. Placing the dish in the oven Ideally the container should be placed in the middle of the oven.
  • Page 24: Starting A Programme

    Operation Starting a programme Use the appropriate selector to choose the microwave power level and the time. It does not matter which is chosen first. ^ Turn the power selector to the required level. h lights up in the dixplay and 0:00 flashes. There is a choice of 7 power levels.
  • Page 25: Interrupting Or Re-Starting A Programme

    – the shape and material of the container. ^ Press the START button to start the programme. The interior lighting comes on. A programme can only be started if the door is closed. Interrupting or re-starting a programme . . . To interrupt a programme: ^ Press the Stop/C button, or open the appliance door.
  • Page 26: Quick-Start (Programmable)

    Operation Quick-Start (programmable) Pressing the START /c button is sufficient to set the appliance operating on maximum power. Three set times are stored in the memory: ^ 30 secs: Press START /c once ^ 1 min: Press START /c twice ^ 2 mins: Press START /c three times Pressing the START /c button four times in succession will bring back the...
  • Page 27: Minute Minder

    Minute minder The minute minder can be used to time any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling eggs. The time set counts down in one second steps. ^ Press the l button. 0:00 flashes in the display and the l symbol lights up.
  • Page 28: Programming The End Of Cooking Time

    Operation Programming the end of cooking time The duration and end of a programme can be pre-programmed. This applies to all functions your appliance offers. ^ Proceed as for starting a programme. ^ However, at the end press the m button instead of the START button.
  • Page 29: Operation - Grilling

    There are three grill settings. Use grill setting 3, the highest setting, when cooking flat pieces of meat just under the grill so that the meat cooks in the shortest time possible. You can change from one grill setting to another at any time during operation.
  • Page 30: Grilling Without Automatic Pre-Heating

    Operation - Grilling At the end of the automatic pre-heating time, the grill setting selected and also the n symbol light up constantly and an audible tone sounds. ^ Place the food in a suitable dish. ^ Slide the grilling rack or glass tray containing the food into the oven at the appropriate height, or place the dish containing the food on the...
  • Page 31: Combination Mode - Microwave + Grill

    Take care, the rack and glass tray become hot during use. Danger of burning. To change a time The time entered can be changed during operation by interrupting the process (press the Stop/C button), and changing the time. To continue press the START button.
  • Page 32: Gourmet Plate

    Gourmet plate The gourmet plate gets extremely hot when in use. Always use oven gloves when handling it to avoid burns. Place it on a heat-resistant mat. Searing / browning food ^ When using the gourmet plate, make sure that the food is ready to transfer to the gourmet plate as soon as it has heated up.
  • Page 33: Fan Grill

    The Fan grill function is ideal for grilling or roasting larger pieces of meat and poultry. The fan and the grill element operate at the same time. There are three grill settings. You can change from one grill setting to another at any time during operation.
  • Page 34: Fan Grill Without Automatic Pre-Heating

    Fan grill At the end of the automatic pre-heating time, the grill setting selected and also the D and n symbols light up constantly and an audible tone sounds. ^ Place the food in a suitable dish. ^ Slide the grilling rack or glass tray containing the food into the oven at the appropriate height, or place the dish containing the food on the...
  • Page 35: Combination Mode (Microwave + Fan Grill)

    Take care. The rack and glass tray become hot during use. Danger of burning. Combination mode (Microwave + Fan grill) This combination is very good for roasting and grilling. When used in combination with the microwave function (except with automatic programmes), Fan grill can be switched on either at the beginning or during cooking.
  • Page 36: Fan Heat

    Fan heat The Fan heat system is ideal for baking. The temperature can be set in a range between 50 and 250 °C. The recommended temperature of 160 °C can be altered at any time even when the oven is operating. If placing food on the turntable, leave the turntable switched on, to give a more even result.
  • Page 37: Fan Heat Without Rapid Heat-Up

    ^ Press D. The D symbol and 0:00 light up and the recommended temperature of 160 °C flashes in the display. ^ Use the rotary selector to change the temperature if required. ^ After selecting the temperature press the START button. The rotating "C"...
  • Page 38: Combination Mode (Microwave + Fan Heat)

    Fan heat Combination mode (Microwave + Fan heat) This combination is ideal for reheating and cooking one pot dishes e.g. casseroles. When used in combination with the microwave function (except with automatic programmes), Fan heat can be switched on either at the beginning or during cooking.
  • Page 39: Baking

    Baking Useful tips The side runners can be taken out to give more room if a large dish is being used. To achieve the best results only bake on one level at a time. Make use of residual heat by leaving the baking in the oven for five minutes after the end of the cooking time.
  • Page 40: Automatic Programmes

    Automatic programmes The seven automatic programmes are weight dependent. After selecting a programme, enter the weight of the food. The microwave automatically calculates the time according to the weight given. Automatic defrosting There are three programmes for defrosting different types of food. Fruit / vegetables Fish / poultry Meat...
  • Page 41: Reheating

    Never reheat hard boiled eggs in a microwave oven, even without the shell. The eggs can burst. Food taken straight from the refrigerator will take longer to reheat than food stored at room temperature.
  • Page 42: Cooking

    Eggs can burst, even after they have been taken out of the oven. Eggs can be cooked without their shells in the microwave oven only if the yolk membrane has been punctured several times first. The pressure could otherwise cause the egg yolk to explode.
  • Page 43: Defrosting / Defrosting And Reheating Or Cooking

    Defrosting / Defrosting and reheating or cooking Defrosting Select the following microwave power settings to defrost food: – 80 W: for defrosting very delicate foods, e.g. cream, butter, cheese and gateaux made with cream or butter cream. – 150 W: for defrosting other types of food.
  • Page 44: Other Uses

    Other uses Melting margarine, butter Melt 100 g at 450 watts uncovered for approx. 1-1 minutes. Melting chocolate Break 100 g into pieces, melt at 450 watts uncovered for approx. 2 minutes. Dissolving gelatine Add water according to manufacturer’s instructions given on the packet and melt at 450 watts for approx.
  • Page 45: Cleaning And Care

    (e.g. switch off at the socket and remove the plug). ^ A microfibre E-Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
  • Page 46 If any damage is noticed, the appliance should not be used until the fault has been rectified by a Miele authorised and trained service technician. To clean the inside of the oven: ^ Remove the side runners. Pull the...
  • Page 47: Appliance Front And Control Panel

    Appliance front and control panel ^ All surfaces and controls should be cleaned using warm water with a little washing up liquid applied with a soft sponge or cloth. ^ Wipe the surfaces dry using a soft cloth. To prevent the risk of scratches and damage to the surface structure of your appliance, please pay particular attention to the following cleaning...
  • Page 48 Cleaning and care Accessories supplied Boiling rod The boiling rod can be washed in a dishwasher. Cover Wash and dry the cover after each use. The cover can be washed in a dishwasher. However, discolouration caused by natural dyes, e.g. from carrots, tomatoes or ketchup, may occur.
  • Page 49: Problem Solving Guide

    Repairs to this appliance should only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
  • Page 50 This safety feature protects the oven if it has been operating for an exceedingly long period. Press the Stop/C button. You can now continue to use the microwave oven as normal..food cools down too quickly In the microwave oven, food begins to...
  • Page 51 Cooking can be continued after a cooling-down period. If the microwave oven switches itself off repeatedly, please call the Miele Service Department. Problem solving guide If it is not possible to remedy a fault...
  • Page 52: After Sales Service

    In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, please contact: – your Miele dealer or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or the...
  • Page 53: Electrical Connection

    Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct rating. Replacement fuses and fuse covers can be purchased from your local electrical supplier. If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced by a Miele approved Service Technician only.
  • Page 54: Installation

    Installation When installing the appliance ensure that there is unhindered ventilation to the rear and at the front of the appliance. Do not block the ventilation gaps with any objects. The appliance is designed to be built into a tall unit. Building-in dimensions Fitting kit A fitting kit comprising of the following...
  • Page 55 Building in ^ Push the appliance into the unit and pull the cable with the plug through the back of the unit. ^ Now align the appliance. If necessary, use stoppers c supplied to adjust the appliance so that it is postioned horizontally.
  • Page 56: Technical Data

    Technical data M 637-45 ECR Voltage Rated load Power levels Fuse rating (UK) Timer Net weight 220-240 V, 50 Hz see data plate (80/150/300/450/600/750/900 watts) 15 A 60 / 90 minutes 27 kg...
  • Page 60 Alteration rights reserved / 4304 M.-Nr. 06 160 910 / 02 en / GB M 637-45 ECR...

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