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- Page 1 MC_175 Microwave oven Operating instructions...
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Page 2: Dear Customer
COMBI L Micromat Dear customer, Thank you for buying an AEG microwave oven and putting your trust in the AEG brand name. Before using your AEG microwave oven for the first time, please read the instruction book thoroughly. This will enable you to take advantage of all the features that the appliance offers. It will also ensure trouble-free operation and minimise unnecessary service calls. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
MC175 Contents When using your microwave oven Safety Instructions Utensil safety Testing suitability of cookware Foil containers Food safety Unpacking Installation Maff Rating Connecting to the mains The microwave oven and accessories Name and function of parts Accessories Control panel Display window Before using your microwave oven for the first time Turntable installation... - Page 4 COMBI L Micromat Contents How to operate your microwave oven Microwave cooking Microwave setting guide Microwave cooking in two and three stages Manual Defrosting Microwave Hints Microwave Tips Memory Cooking Hold Warm Microwave and Grill cooking Auto Programmes Auto Programme Example Auto Defrost Oven utensils and accessories guide Charts...
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
MC175 Safety instructions. • WARNING : The built-in safety interlock switches prevent the microwave oven from operating when the door is open. • WARNING : Do not tamper with the safety interlock switches, or attempt to operate the oven with the door open as open door operation can result in exposure to microwave energy. -
Page 6: Testing Suitability Of Cookware
COMBI L Micromat Testing suitability of cookware • All Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave ovens. • Place the cookware in the microwave along with a glass half full of water. Heat on Hi W(900W) (100%) for one minute. -
Page 7: Food Safety
MC175 Food safety • Do not heat food in a can in the microwave oven. Always remove the food to a suitable container. • Deep fat frying should not be done in the microwave oven, because the fat temperature cannot be controlled, hazardous situations can result. •... -
Page 8: Installation
COMBI L Micromat Installation 1. Remove any promotion label from the door. 2. The oven should be installed on a flat, level surface. The surface must be strong enough to safely bear the weight (18 kg) of the oven, and the contents. To avoid the possibility of causing vibration or noise the oven must be in a stable position. -
Page 9: Connecting To The Mains
MC175 Connecting to the mains The oven is delivered with the power cord and a plug for 230–240 V, 50Hz, earthed socket outlet. Earth protection minimises the risks should a short circuit occur. Check to ensure the voltage of the oven matches the supply. N.B. -
Page 10: The Microwave Oven And Accessories
COMBI L Micromat The microwave oven and accessories Name and function of parts 1. Cooking compartment. Wipe the compartment clean after using the oven. 2. Viewing window. Food can be checked while the microwave oven is in operation. 3. Oven door. The door must always be firmly closed while cooking. 4. -
Page 11: Control Panel
MC175 Control panel 1. Display window - showing time of day, operating mode and cooking time. 2. Auto Defrost by weight. 1. Poultry 2. Meat 3. Fish 3. Auto Cook. 1. Potato 2. Reheat (Plated Meals) 4. Time. For setting cook time. 5. -
Page 12: Before Using Your Microwave Oven For The First Time
COMBI L Micromat Before using your microwave oven for the first time Turntable installation 1. Place the turntable support on the cavity bottom. 2. Place the turntable on top of the turntable support as shown in the diagram. Make sure that turntable hub is securely locked in the turntable shaft. -
Page 13: Setting The Clock
MC175 Setting the clock When your oven is plugged in for the first time or when power resumes after a power interruption, the clock symbol and numbers in the display window flash and the time is reset to 12:00. Example: To set 4.30 am 1. -
Page 14: Microwave Cooking
COMBI L Micromat Microwave cooking This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired time. In addition to the maximum power level, you can select from 10 different microwave power levels, Hi W(900W) to 90W for the foods that require slower cooking. Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on maximum power as this is the fastest cooking method and best maintains the natural flavour and texture of the foods. -
Page 15: Microwave Setting Guide
MC175 Microwave setting guide Power Setting Suggested use PL-1 Keeping warm : Keeping foods warm 180W PL-2 Defrost : Thawing frozen foods. 270W PL-3 Simmer : Completing the cooking cycle of some pot roasts. Casseroles and stews. 360W PL-4 Medium Low : Baked custards or cheesecakes. 450W PL-5 Medium : Faster defrosting for casseroles and stews. -
Page 16: Manual Defrosting
COMBI L Micromat Manual defrosting For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto Defrost feature), use 180W. The blue defrost symbol appears in the window display whenever this power level is selected. To speed up the defrosting of dense foods over 450g (1lb), the oven may be started on Hi W(900W) power for 1- 3 minutes, then reduce to 180W until defrosting is complete. -
Page 17: Microwave Hints
MC175 Defrosting Tips 1. It is better to underestimate defrosting time if you are unsure. Food will continue to defrost during the standing time. 2. Separate food as soon as possible. 3. Turn large items, e.g. joints, halfway through the defrosting time, or at pause. 4. -
Page 18: Memory Cooking
COMBI L Micromat Memory Cooking If you often cook or reheat the same types of dishes, you can store the cooking times and functions in the oven’s memory, so that you do not have to reset them each time. You can only store one cooking process at a time. -
Page 19: Auto Programmes
MC175 Auto Programmes The Auto Programme features allow you to simply and automatically cook or defrost a range of popular foods. Your oven offers the following Auto programmes: Programme Microwave mode Quantity Display Defrost Poultry Microwave Only 0.1kg – 3.0kg de f1 Defrost Meat Microwave Only... -
Page 20: Auto Programme Example
COMBI L Micromat Auto Programmes Example: To automatically cook 2 potatoes: 1. Touch Pause/Clear 2. Touch the Auto cook button. 3. Press number ’ 1 ’ on the number pad to select the potato function. 4. Press number ’ 2 ’ on the number pad to select two potatoes. -
Page 21: Auto Defrost
MC175 Auto Programmes Auto Defrost Auto Defrost by Weight is an accurate defrosting method for frozen meat, poultry or fish. Example: To defrost 1.7 kg of Poultry: 1. Touch Pause/Clear 2. Touch Auto Weight Defrost button once. 3. Set the desired weight ( 1.7 kg ) by pressing buttons ’ 1 ’ then ’ 7 ’ on the number pad. 4. -
Page 22: Oven Utensils And Accessories Guide
COMBI L Micromat Oven utensils and accessories guide A variety of Utensils and Materials may be used for cooking in your microwave oven. For your safety and to prevent damaging utensils and your oven choose appropriate utensils and materials for each cooking method. The list below is a general guide. Material Utensils Microwave Cooking... -
Page 23: Recommendations For Defrosting Using 150W
MC175 Recommendations for Defrosting using 180W Some foods such as cakes and fruit will not defrost successfully using Auto Defrost. However these foods can be successfully thawed manually by using the 180W power setting. STANDING FOOD PREPARATION (180W) TIME Bread Place on microwave-proof rack or kitchen paper. -
Page 24: Care And Cleaning
COMBI L Micromat Care and cleaning The oven must always be clean. Residue of food from spill-overs or spatters will attract microwave energy causing it to burn on. This could reduce the efficiency of the oven and may cause bad odours. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to any part of the oven. -
Page 25: What To Do If
MC175 What to do if………………………. If the appliance does not work please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Comet Service Centre. If the oven does not come on: • Check the appliance is connected correctly. • Check that the oven is plugged in properly. •... -
Page 26: Service And Spare Parts
COMBI L Micromat Service and spare parts When you order service or spare parts, please refer to the product and model number of the microwave oven. You will find these on the data plate. Write them down here below so you have them handy whenever you need them. - Page 28 1 oz = 28.35 g = 0.0353 oz 1 lb = 454 g 1 kg = 2.20 lb Customer Care Department 55 - 57 High Street SLOUGH SL1 1BQ Telephone: 08705 950 950 ©Copyright by AEG 8221913 - 25 - 01...