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Operating instructions

Ovens and cookers
Q\@ä}
It is
to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to avoid the risk of accident,
or damage to the machine.
M.-Nr. 05 008 610

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Ovens and cookers Q\@ä} It is to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident, or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 008 610...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents ......... 4 Accessories .
  • Page 3 Switch off automatically ......... . 30 Delaying the start of cooking time .
  • Page 4 Description of the appliance Oven function selector Heating element for top heat and Oven temperature selector grilling Indicator light for oven heating Air inlet for fan Timer * Runner heights 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Cooking zone controls * Oven door Indicator light for hob cooking areas * * depending on the model...
  • Page 5 Oven function selector Heating element for top heat and Oven temperature selector grilling Indicator light for oven heating Air inlet for fan Timer * Runner heights 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Oven door * depending on the model...
  • Page 6: Accessories

    The following accessories are supplied The cookers with integrated hob con- with all ovens trols can be combined with the follow- ing hobs: – dual purpose grill pan / oven tray KM 200 – non-tip rack KM 213 – roasting (grease) filter KM 215 Depending on model, your appliance may also be fitted with...
  • Page 7 Vario cooking zone: 14.5 cm / 21 cm Ø Cooking zone: 14.5 cm Ø Cooking zone / Extended cooking zone: 17 cm Ø / 17 cm x 26 cm * Cooking zone: 14.5 cm Ø Hob display field, residual heat indicator * Cooking zone: 18 cm Ø...
  • Page 8 Cooking zone: 18 cm Ø Cooking zone: 14.5 cm Ø Cooking zone: 18 cm Ø Cooking zone: 14.5 cm Ø Cooking zone control: front left Cooking zone control: back left Cooking zone control: back right Cooking zone control: front right...
  • Page 9 Caring for the environment Old machines contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled. Please The transport and protective packing contact your dealer, your local waste has been selected from materials collection centre or scrap merchant which are environmentally friendly for about potential recycling schemes, disposal and can normally be recycled.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions This appliance complies with all rele- vant legal safety requirements. Im- Before connecting the appliance to proper use of the appliance can, the mains supply make sure that however, present a risk of both per- the voltage and frequency correspond sonal injury and material damage.
  • Page 11 The seal- very hot, and there is a danger of being ing strip offers additional protection burnt. from any liquids that might spill down from the worktop, and can be purchased from the Miele Spare Parts dept.
  • Page 12 Wait until the grill element has If food is left in the oven after cook- cooled down before lowering it for ing, e.g. to take advantage of the cleaning, to avoid the danger of burn- residual heat, turn the temperature se- ing.
  • Page 13: Ceramic Hobs

    Do not allow either solid or liquid sugar or pieces of plastic or alu- When switched on the cooking mium foil to get on to the cooking areas heat up. A residual heat indi- zones when they are hot. If this is cator shows whether a cooking zone is allowed to cool before the hob has hot.
  • Page 14 When switched on the cooking Do not leave the appliance unat- areas become hot. tended when cooking with oils and fats as these can be a fire hazard if Avoid allowing liquids or foods con- allowed to overheat. taining salt to spill onto a stainless steel hob or trim.
  • Page 15 When using kitchen appliances connected to sockets near the Before discarding an old machine oven, ensure that the cable cannot get switch off and disconnect it from trapped in a hot oven door, which the power supply. This should be done could melt the cable insulation and be by a competent person.
  • Page 16 Before using for the first time Depending on model, your appliance may be fitted with a timer. Wipe out the using warm water and a little washing up liquid. Polish dry with a dry cloth. Do not close the oven door until the oven interior is dry.
  • Page 17 Thoroughly clean the ceramic hob be- For the first few times of using a smell fore first use, then clean regularly after will occur. use when just warm to the touch, or Heat the hotplates for about 5 cold. (see the section on "Cleaning and minutes at the highest setting.
  • Page 18: Residual Heat Indicator

    Hobs Turn the control in a clockwise direc- tion until a resistance is felt. Other- wise the control can be damaged. The cooking zones are clearly marked Turn the control in a clockwise direc- on the hob. Only the zone that is tion only to the symbol "n".
  • Page 19 Hobs - use The controls for the cooking zones / hot- plates regulate the heat output. Melting butter, Chocolate Dissolving gelatine Only turn the controls in a clockwise Preparing junket and yoghurt direction until a resistance is felt, Keeping food warm and back again.
  • Page 20 Hobs - use Attention to correct choice and use of pans – will help you obtain the best cooking result most economically, – and generally avoid food boiling over and sticking. The diameter of the saucepan or frying pan should be very slightly larger than that of the hotplate/cooking area.
  • Page 21 Aluminium or stainless steel pans with aluminium bases can leave marks with a metallic sheen on the ceramic surface. Clean these away at the earliest opportunity, (see Sec- Before switching on, place a saucepan tion on Cleaning and Care). containing water or food to be cooked on the hotplate or cooking area.
  • Page 22 Description of the oven systems This system works by the circulation of With this conventional method of heat- heated air. ing, radiant heat is directed on the food from above and below. A fan situated on the back wall of the oven draws in the air, heats it over a Pre-heating the oven is only necessary ring element and blows the heated air...
  • Page 23 Ovens - use – Light H Turns on the oven light inde- There is an oven function selector and pendently. a temperature selector. – Fan heat D For baking or roasting on several le- vels at the same time. (Type of selector depends on model) –...
  • Page 24 Turn the temperature selector only (Type of control depends on model) in a clockwise direction, and back, otherwise the control could be dam- aged. Defrost G: Do not set a tempera- ture when selecting “Defrosting”. Whilst the temperature selector is switched to the chosen temperature, the indicator light above this switch comes on.
  • Page 25 The "@" symbol must show in the timer display if you wish to operate With Fan Heat D the oven manually, i.e. using the – for baking bread made with dark temperature and function selectors flour, without the timer. Press "i" to –...
  • Page 26 Accessories When roasting on the rack, in an open pot or using "Fan heat D" make sure The baking tray, roasting / grill pan and that you fit the roasting filter in front of rack are fitted with non-tip safety not- the fan opening.
  • Page 27 (depending on model) (depending on model) To be placed in the grill pan when grilling. The juices from the food being grilled are gathered under the anti-splash tray, rather than being dried out, and they can then be used in sauces etc. To take the baking trays or the roast- ing / grill pan out of the oven, or to put them into it.
  • Page 28 Timer Your appliance may be fitted with a timer, depending on model. The following symbols appear: – lights up when a short time is set. AUTO – lights up when a cooking process is selected. – flashes when the cooking time is complete.
  • Page 29 (24 hour display) The minute minder can be used to time any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling eggs. When the appliance is first con- nected to the power supply, or after The short time can be entered inde- a power cut "0 00" and “AUTO” pendently of another entered process.
  • Page 30 For baking do not delay the start too long. This may affect the rising proper- ties of the dough or cake mixture, as it will dry out. Turn the oven function and tempera- ture selectors to the required set- tings. When the Press the “g”...
  • Page 31 There is a choice of 3 audible tones. It is possible to check or change times Press the “–” button. entered for a cooking process, or with The tone already set will sound. the minute minder at any time. Press the “–” button within approx. 7 seconds of hearing this first tone.
  • Page 32 Baking The following settings are recom- mended for baking: Several levels can be used at the same – Fan Heat D time for baking. The recommended po- – Conventional A sitions are: 1 tray = 1st runner from the bottom 2 trays = 1st and 3rd runners from For the best baking results make sure the bottom...
  • Page 33 The Baking Chart gives sugges- tions for temperature, runner height and timing. – in general select Increasing the temperature and reduc- ing the time can have an adverse ef- fect on even browning. – Select the according to the recipe and the setting chosen. Place oblong tins in the oven as shown –...
  • Page 34 Baking chart Sand cake 150 – 170 50 – 60 Dried fruit cake 150 – 170 70 – 80 Nut cake (tray) 150 – 170 20 – 25 Nut cake (tin) 150 – 170 60 – 70 Fresh fruit cake (tray) 150 –...
  • Page 35 160 – 180 50 – 60 160 – 180 70 – 80 180 – 200 1 or 2 15 – 20 160 – 180 60 – 70 180 – 200 1 or 2 35 – 45 160 – 180 45 – 55 180 –...
  • Page 36 Roasting We recommend the following settings Place the covered pot on the rack. for roasting in the oven: The meat should be put into a cold – Fan Heat D oven. – Conventional A Exception: Pre-heat the oven to the tem- perature recommended in the recipe Fan Heat D: when cooking roast beef or beef fillet.
  • Page 37 The traditional British method is to allow 15 to 20 minutes to the lb, according to type of meat, plus approx. 20 minutes, Season the meat and place in the pot. adjusting length of time as roasting pro- Add some knobs of butter or margarine ceeds, to obtain the required result.
  • Page 38 Oven roasting chart Rib of beef apprx. 1 kg 180-200 100-120 220-240 100-120 Sirloin, Steak apprx. 1 kg 190-210 35-45 240-260 35-45 Venison, game apprx. 1 kg 180-200 90-120 220-240 90-120 Leg of pork apprx. 1 kg 170-190 100-120 210-230 100-120 Rolled pork apprx.
  • Page 39 Defrosting Turn the oven function selector to The time needed for defrosting de- Do not select any temperature set- pends on the type and weight of the ting. food, and at what temperature it was deep frozen. – Where possible remove the packa- ging and put the food to be de- frosted on a baking tray or into a dish.
  • Page 40 Conventional A ..190-210°C proper training in this method of pres- erving fruit and vegetables, and under- stands the implications of the chemical reactions involved. Consult your cook book. Instructions for bottling in this oven are available from the Miele Home Econo- mist.
  • Page 41 Grilling Pre-heat the grill for approx. 5 minutes with the oven door shut. Grilling with the oven door shut saves energy and minimizes cook- ing smells. Clean, wipe and season. Do not salt slices of meat beforehand as this de- Assemble the grill pan, anti-splash tracts from the taste.
  • Page 42 Pre-heat the grill for approx. 5 minutes with the oven door shut. It is best to grill food of a similar thick- Place the food to be grilled in the ness at the same time so that the grill pan and then the oven. for each item does not vary too greatly.
  • Page 43 Grill chart Pre-heat the grill for about 5 minutes with the door shut before using. Beef steaks 3 or 4 Kebabs 3 or 4 8-12 Escalope 3 or 4 10-12 Liver slices 3 or 4 8-12 Burgers 3 or 4 10-15 Sausages 3 or 4...
  • Page 44 Cleaning and care Treat the surface of your ceramic hob with the same care as any other glass surface. Never use scouring agents or pads, or strong cleaners such as oven sprays or stain removers, as these could harm the surface. There is a seal between the hob frame and worktop and between the frame and the ceramic plate.
  • Page 45 Some cleaners incorporate a silicone ingredient which acts as a protective film on the hob. It makes the hob sur- face smoother and prevents water and If such problems occur, switch off soiling adhering to the surface. the hob, but do not let it cool down. Scrape the sugar or other residue However, cooking at high temperatures thoroughly from the hob with a...
  • Page 46 Cleaning and care This can be cleaned with a suitable stainless steel cleaner. Wipe off any spilt food with a damp Do not use any cleaning agent with cloth after the hotplates have cooled a scouring effect. off. Use a plastic scouring pad if necessary for stubborn spills.
  • Page 47 Cleaning and care Use a mild cleaning agent or a dash of Wash in hot water with washing up washing up liquid in hot water. Wipe liquid, or clean with a stainless steel dry with a soft cloth. cleaner. Do not use a scouring agent, as this wash and dry after each use.
  • Page 48 Cleaning and care If an oven spray is used on the "Clean-Enamel", follow the manufac- The oven interior surfaces have been turer’s instructions carefully. designed to make cleaning easier. The oven cavity and door interior are Important: Oven spray must not finished in .
  • Page 49 Miele dealer or Miele Spare Parts dept. Normally the catalytic liners can be left in place and wiped over. Use a...
  • Page 50 Cleaning and care To make cleaning easier you can – remove the oven door, – take out the runners, – take out the rear wall, – lower the Top heat heating element. Please note : the oven door is quite heavy.
  • Page 51 Select the "Light H" setting. The oven heater elements must be switched off, to avoid the danger of burning. Take the runners out of the oven. in the reverse order, care- fully ensuring all parts are correctly in place. Pull on the fixing knob to release it.
  • Page 52 the catalytic side panels, ensure they sit correctly. Select the "Light H" setting. The oven heater elements must be switched off, to avoid the danger of burning. Take the runners out of the oven. Gently lift and pull out the catalytic side panels.
  • Page 53 Loosen the screws in the back panel and take it out. The oven must not be used without the back panel fitted. This could lead to injuries. in the reverse order, care- fully ensuring all parts are correctly in place. Put the runners back into place.
  • Page 54 Select the "Light H" setting. The oven heater elements must be switched off, to avoid the danger of burning. Wait until the grill element has cooled down enough to touch. Otherwise you could be burnt. Take out the runners. Gently lower the grill element. Do not use force to lower it, as this could cause damage.
  • Page 55 "AUTO" is flashing in the timer dis- play field. To switch on the oven independently of the timer, "@" should show in the display. Press the "i" button. the main fuse has blown. Contact a qualified electrician or the Miele Ser- vice Department.
  • Page 56 This is not a fault. There will always be a slight uneven- The cooling fan continues to run for a ness. Product information sheets give a short time after the oven has been percentage result for standard brown- switched off, to prevent any humidity ing tests.
  • Page 57 When roasting on the rack, the circulat- This is not a fault. ing air sometimes picks up spices, The time of day will shortly reappear in which are then deposited on the oven the display field. interior walls. Such residues are not removed by catalytic cleaning, they are best removed while fresh with a mild washing up liquid solution and a soft...
  • Page 58 – your Miele Dealer are shown on the data plate, visible below the oven interior, with the oven door open. – the nearest Miele Service Depart- ment, (see address on the back If you have an oven and hob combina- page).
  • Page 59 The following accessories are available at extra cost from your Dealer or the Miele Domestic Sales dept. The telescopic carriage with 5 levels of runners can be drawn right out of the To take the baking trays or the roast- oven.
  • Page 60: Hob Controls

    Please quote these data, and the model and serial number when contact- Brown = live ing the Miele Service dept. Connection of this appliance should be made either via a fused connection unit (rated load under 3000 W), or via a suit-...
  • Page 61 are given Data relating to electrical connection on the data plate, visible when the will be found on the data plate, visible oven door is open. Please ensure that when the oven door is open. Make sure these match the household mains sup- that these figures comply with the main ply.
  • Page 62 Please quote these data, and the model and serial number when contact- The wall oven is suitable for connection ing the Miele Service dept. to a single phase 230 V, 50 Hz elec- Connection of this appliance should be tricity supply.
  • Page 63 Installation - Ceramic hobs These hobs are classified in Germany as "Y" class for heat protection. They must be positioned so that there is ade- quate ventilation. There may be a wall at the rear and wall or tall units at one side.
  • Page 64 Set the ceramic hob in the cut-out and centre it. (The Miele inscription must be legible at the front). Turn the clamps outwards tighten the screws Check that the hob unit fits tightly...
  • Page 65: Enclosed Hotplates

    Installation - Hobs with enclosed hotplates These hobs are classified in Germany as "Y" class for heat protection. They must be positioned so that there is ade- quate ventilation. There may be a wall at the rear, and wall or tall units at one side.
  • Page 66 Installation - Cooker Turn off the mains electricity supply to the isolator. Connect cooker cable to isolator. Align the cooker in front of the base unit. Connect the hob plug to the socket Then open the oven door and screw on the cooker.
  • Page 67 The seal- ing strip offers additional protection from any liquids that might spill down from the worktop, and can be purchased from the Miele Spare Parts dept. Open the oven door and using two screws secure the oven to the side walls of the housing unit through the holes in the oven trim.
  • Page 68 Alteration rights reserved / 22 / 003 GB / IRL / AUS / NZ / ZA – 2398 M.-Nr. 05 008 610 (H 250-1, H 250, H 251, H 260, H 261) This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

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