AEG MSB2548C-M Microwave Oven User Manual

AEG MSB2548C-M Microwave Oven

Product Specifications:

• Model: MSB2548C-M
• Manufacturer: AEG
• Power Levels: 100W, 300W, 500W, 700W, 900W
• Functions: Microwave, Grill
• Capacity: Not specified
• Dimensions (mm):
  • A: 450 + 2
  • B: 560 + 8
  • C: 550
  • D: 45
  • E: 5
  • F: 5

Product Usage Instructions

1. Safety Instructions:
   Ensure the microwave is placed on a stable surface and avoid storing anything inside the microwave.

2. Installation:
   Follow the provided template to securely mount the microwave in a cabinet using the screws provided.

3. Control Panel:
   Use the control panel to select functions such as defrosting, stopping/clearing, setting the clock, and accessing favorites.

4. Cooking Guidelines:
   Refer to the provided table to understand which cookware materials are suitable for microwave use. Use the appropriate power level for different types of food.

5. Cleaning and Maintenance:
   Regularly clean the microwave to prevent injuries, fires, or damage to the appliance. Use suitable cleaning materials and follow the guidelines provided.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

1. Q: How do I set the clock on the microwave?
   A: To set the clock, press the clock button, adjust the hours using the appropriate buttons, then press to confirm.

2. Q: Can I use metal cookware in the microwave?
   A: No, avoid using metal cookware in the microwave as it can cause damage to the appliance.

3. Q: How do I defrost food using the microwave?
   A: Follow the instructions on the control panel to defrost food in stages for best results.

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Microwave Oven

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

• Always use original spare parts.
• When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
• The information can be found on the rating plate.
  • Warning / Caution-Safety information
  • General information and tips
  • Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

Children and vulnerable people safety
WARNING!
Risk of suffocation, injury or permanent disability.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children of less than 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Keep children and pets away from the appliance when in use and when cooling down.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

General Safety

• This appliance is for cooking purposes only.
• This appliance is designed for single household domestic use in an indoor environment.
• This appliance may be used in, offices, hotel guest rooms, bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses and other similar accommodation where such use does not exceed (average) domestic usage levels.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
• Always use oven gloves to remove or insert accessories or ovenware.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.
• Do not operate the appliance by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• WARNING: Only a qualified person can carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
• WARNING: Do not heat liquids and other foods in sealed containers. They are liable to explode.
• WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the appliance must not be operated until it has been repaired by a qualified person.
• Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking. This requirement is not applicable if the manufacturer specifies size and shape of metallic containers suitable for microwave cooking.
• Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the appliance due to the possibility of ignition.
• The appliance is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
• If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
•  Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling. Care must be taken when handling the container.
• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
• Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in the appliance since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
• The appliance should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
• Failure to maintain the appliance in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• The microwave oven shall not be placed in a cabinet unless it has been tested in a cabinet.
• The rear surface of appliances shall be placed against a wall.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the glass door since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
• Do not activate the appliance when it is empty. Metal parts inside the cavity can create electric arcing.
• Pay attention to the minimum dimensions of the cabinet (if applicable). Refer to the installation chapter.
• The appliance must be operated with the decorative door open (if applicable).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

WARNING!
Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not pull the appliance by the handle.
• Keep the minimum distance from other appliances and units.
• Install the appliance in a safe and suitable place that meets installation requirements. The sides of the appliance must stay next to appliances or units with the same height.
• Do not install the appliance near the refrigerator.

Electrical Connection

WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.

• All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• If the appliance is connected to the socket via an extension cord, make sure the cord is earthed.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Contact the Service or an electrician to change a damaged mains cable.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

Use

WARNING!
Risk of injury, burns and electric shock or explosion.

WARNING!
Risk of injury, burns and electric shock or explosion.

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Do not let the appliance stay unattended during operation.
• Do not apply pressure on the open door.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
• Do not use the appliance as a work surface and do not use the cavity for storage purposes.

Care and Cleaning

WAR NING!
Risk of injury, fire, or damage to the appliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Clean regularly the appliance to prevent the deterioration of the surface material.
• Do not allow food spills or cleaner residue to accumulate on door sealing surfaces.
• Fat and food remaining in the appliance can cause fire and electric arcing when the microwave function operates.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Use only neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
• If you use an oven spray, obey the safety instructions on the packaging.

Service

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

Disposal

WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.

INSTALLATION

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

General Information

• CAUTION!
  Do not block the air vents. If you do that, the appliance can overheat.

• CAUTION!

Do not connect the appliance to adapters or extension leads. This can cause overloading and risk of fire.

• CAUTION!
  The minimum installation height is 85 cm.

  • The microwave is for built-in use only. It must be placed on a stable and flat surface.
  • The cabinet can not have a back wall in the place where the microwave is located.
  • Put the microwave far away from steam, hot air and water splashes.
  • If the microwave is to close to the TV and radio it may cause interference in the received signal.
  • If you transport the microwave in cold weather, do not activate it immediately after the installation. Let is stand in the room temperature and absorb the heat.

Electrical installation

WARNING!
Only a qualified person must do the electrical installation.

• The manufacturer is not responsible if you do not follow the safety precautions from the chapter “Safety Information”.
• This microwave is supplied with a main cable and main plug.
• The cable has an earth wire with an earthing plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and earthed. In the event of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk of electric shock.

Installing the microwave

1. Check if the dimensions of the furniture meet the installation distances.
   Installation distances

2. Put the template on the bottom of cabinet and check if it fits. If yes, mark the spots for screws. Remove the template and fix the bracket with the screws (A) in the marked spot.

3. Install the microwave. If you fixed the bracket, make sure it locks the back of the appliance.

4.  Open the door and fix the microwave to  the cabinet with a screw (B).

 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

General overview

1. Lamp
2. Safety interlock system 3 Display
3. Control panel
4. Door opener
5. Waveguide cover
6. Grill
7. Turntable shaft

 Control Panel

 Accessories

Turntable set
Always use the turntable set to prepare food in the microwave.

Glass cooking tray and roller guide. Grill Rack

Use for:

• grilling food
• combi cooking
• convection cooking

 BEFORE FIRST USE

• WARNING!
  • Refer to Safety chapters.

Initial Cleaning

CAUTION!

Refer to chapter “Care and Cleaning”.

• Remove all the parts and additional packaging from the microwave.
• Clean the appliance before first use.

Setting the time
When you connect the appliance to the electrical supply or after a power cut, the display shows 0:00 and an acoustic signal sounds.

You can set the time in a 24 hour clock system.

1.  Press twice.
2. Press the Setting pads to set the hours.
3. Press  to confirm.
4.  Press the Setting pads to set the minutes.
5. Press  to confirm.

DAILY USE

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

General information about using the appliance

• After you deactivate the appliance, let the food stand for some minutes.
• Remove the aluminium foil packaging, metal containers, etc. before you prepare the food.

Cooking

• If possible, cook food covered with material suitable for use in the microwave. Only cook food without a cover if you want to keep it crusty
• Do not overcook the dishes by setting the power and time too high. The food can dry out, burn or catch fire in some places.
• Do not use the appliance to cook eggs or snails in their shells, because they can explode. With fried eggs, pierce the yolks first.
• Pierce skin or peel of potatoes, tomatoes, sausages and similar types of food with a fork several times before cooking so that the food does not burst.
• For chilled or frozen food, set a longer cooking time.
• Dishes which contain sauce must be stirred from time to time.
• Vegetables that have a firm structure, such as carrots, peas or cauliflower, must be cooked in water.
• Turn larger pieces of food after half of the cooking time.
• If possible, cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces.
• Use flat, wide dishes.
• Do not use cookware made of porcelain, ceramic or earthenware with unglazed bottoms or small holes for example on handles. Moisture going into the holes can cause the cookware to crack when it is heated.
• The glass cooking tray is necessary for the operation of the microwave. Place the food or liquids on it.

Defrosting meat, poultry, fish

• Put the frozen, unwrapped food on a small upturned plate with a container below it so that the defrosting liquid collects in the container.
• Turn the food after half of the defrosting time. If possible, divide and then remove the pieces that started to defrost.
• Defrosting butter, portions of gateau, quark
  • Do not fully defrost the food in the appliance, but let it defrost at room temperature. It gives a more even result. Remove all metal or aluminium packaging before defrosting.
• Defrosting fruit, vegetables
  • If fruit and vegetables should remain raw, do not defrost them fully in the appliance. Let them defrost at room temperature.
  • To cook fruit and vegetables without defrosting them first use a higher microwave power.
• Ready meals
  • You can prepare ready meals in the appliance only if their packaging is suitable for microwave use.
  • You must follow the manufacturer’s instructions printed on the packaging (e.g. remove the metal cover and pierce the plastic film).

Suitable cookware and materials

1. With no silver, gold, platinum or metal plating / decorations
2. Without quartz or metal components, or glazes which contain metals
3. You must follow the manufacturer’s instructions about the maximum temperatures.

suitable
not suitable

Activating and deactivating the microwave

CAUTION!
Do not let the microwave operate if there is no food in it.

1. Press   to set the power level. To choose the appropriate level see the table below.

2. Press  or to set the cooking time.

3. Press to confirm and activate the microwave.

4. To cancel the settings press .
   To deactivate the microwave:

   • wait until the microwave deactivates automatically, when the time comes to an end. The display shows 0:00.
   • open the door. The microwave stops automatically. Close the door and press to continue to cook. Use this option to inspect food.
   • press .

Power setting table
Microwave Symbols on the panel from left to right

1. Default temperature is 180 °C.

Quick Start
The maximum cooking time is 95 minutes.

• You can quickly activate the microwave in the following ways.
• Press   to activate the microwave for 30 seconds at full power.
• The cooking time increases by 30 seconds with each additional press of the button.
• Press _  once. Set the cooking time with the Setting pads. Press  to activate the microwave at full power.

Grilling and Combi Cooking

1. Repeatedly press to set the Grilling or Combi Cooking function.
2. Press the Setting pads to set the time.
3. Press to confirm and activate the microwave.

An acoustic signal sounds after half of the cooking time passes. You can turn over the food.

Defrosting
To activate weight defrosting you must use more than 100 g of food and less than 1000 g.

1. Press again and again to choose a type of food.
2. Press and to set the weight. The time is set automatically.
3. Press  to confirm and activate the microwave.

Multistage cooking
If one stage is defrosting, set it as the first stage.

• You can cook food in maximum 3 stages.
• Cook all frozen foods in 2 stages.
• To cook in one stage skip step 1 and 2.
  1. Press and set the defrosting mode.
  2. Press the Setting pads to set the defrosting time or weight.
  3. Repeatedly press   to select the power  level.
  4. Press  the Setting pads to set the time. Press to confirm and activate the microwave.
  5. The display counts down the time. When you hear an acoustic signal during the defrosting mode, turn over or rearrange the food.

Convection Cooking
For better result preheat the microwave to the right temperature before inserting the food.

1. Repeatedly press  to set  function

2. Press , to set  the temperature.

3. Press  to confirm.

4. Press  again to activate the preheating.

5. When you hear an acoustic signal, the temperature is set and flashes on the display. Skip this step to cook without preheating. When the preheating ends put in the food.

6. Press , to set the time.
   You can input the cooking time only when the microwave is preheated and the door is open. If you do not input the cooking time in 5 minutes, 5 acoustic signals sound and the microwave activates standby mode.

7. Press  to confirm and activate the microwave.

Favourite
You can save 3 Favourite settings.
Use this function to save a setting that you often use with the microwave.

1.  Set the function and parameters you want to save.
   Refer to the procedure for the function you want to set.

2. Press and hold for 2 seconds. An acoustic signal sounds after the settings are saved.

Using the Favourite programme

1. In standby mode press  repeatedly to choose setting 1, 2 or 3.
2. Press    to activate the microwave.

Favourite Menu
There is Favourite Menu pre-programmed in the microwave. You can modify it according to your preferences.

USING THE ACCESSORIES

WARNING!

Refer to Safety chapters.

Inserting the turntable set

CAUTION!
Do not cook food without the turntable set. Use only the turntable set provided with the microwave.
Never cook food directly on the glass cooking tray.

1.  Place the roller guide around the turntable shaft.
2. Place the glass cooking tray on the roller guide

Inserting the grill rack

Place the grill rack on the turntable set.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Child Safety Lock

• The Child Safety Lock prevents an accidental operation of the microwave.
• Press and hold for 3 seconds.
• An acoustic signal sounds.
• When the Child Safety Lock is active the display shows .
• To deactivate the Child Safety Lock press and hold  for 3 seconds
• An acoustic signal sounds.

Kitchen Timer
You can set a maximum 95 minutes.

1.  Press .
2. Press the Setting pads to set the time. After 2 seconds the timer starts automatically.
   The Timer stops working when you open the door or pause the appliance. When you continue to cook the timer returns to the previous set time.
   When the set time is reached, an acoustic signal sounds.

Standby and energy saving function
The display shows the time of day after the first plug in or when cooking is over. The display deactivates after 5 minutes of inactivity when the door is closed:

• the display deactivates when the clock is not set or the clock is OFF,
• when the time is set and the clock is ON the display shows the time of day for another 5 minutes.

When the display is inactive press any key or open the door to activate it:

• it will go back to the home mode 0:00 and 900 W if the time of day is not set,
• the display deactivates after 5 minutes if the Child Safety Lock function is ON.

HINTS AND TIPS

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

Tips for the microwave

To get better results for rice use a flat, wide dish.
Defrosting

• Always defrost roast with the fat side down.
• Do not defrost covered meat because this may cause cooking instead of defrosting.
• Always defrost whole poultry breast side down.

Cooking

• Always remove chilled meat and poultry from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking.
• Let the meat, poultry, fish and vegetables stay covered after cooking.
• Brush a little oil or melted butter over the fish.
• All vegetables should be cooked at full microwave power.
• Add 30 – 45 ml of cold water for every 250 g of vegetables.
• Cut the fresh vegetables into even size pieces before cooking. Cook all vegetables with a cover on the container.

Reheating
When you reheat packed ready meals always follow the instruction written on the packaging.

Grilling

• Grill flat food items in the middle of the grill rack.
• Turn the food over halfway through the set time and continue grilling.

Combi Cooking

• Use the Combi Cooking to keep the crispness of certain foods.
• At the half of the cooking time, turn over the foods then continue.
• There are 4 modes for Combi Cooking. Each mode combines the microwave, grill and convection functions at different time periods and power levels.

Convection Cooking

• You can cook food as in a traditional oven.
• No microwaves are used.

 CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING!

Refer to Safety chapters.

Notes and tips on cleaning

• Clean the front of the appliance with a soft cloth with warm water and a cleaning agent.
• To clean metal surfaces, use a usual cleaning agent.
• Clean the appliance interior after each use. Then you can remove dirt more easily and it does not burn on.
• Clean stubborn dirt with a special cleaner.
• Clean all accessories regularly and let them dry. Use a soft cloth with warm water and a cleaning agent.
• To soften the hard to remove remains, boil a glass of water at full microwave power for 2 to 3 minutes.
• To remove odours, mix a glass of water with 2 tsp of lemon juice and boil at full microwave power for 5 minutes.

 TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

What to do if…

Service data

• If you cannot find a solution to the problem yourself, contact your dealer or an Authorised Service Centre.
• The necessary data for the service centre is on the rating plate. The rating plate is on the appliance. Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance.

We recommend that you write the data here:

• Model (MOD.)
• Product number (PNC)
• Serial number (S.N.)

 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

•  Recycle materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

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References

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