BOSCH FFL020MW0 Freestanding Microwave Oven Instruction Manual

July 17, 2024
Bosch

FFL020MW0 Freestanding Microwave Oven

Product Information

Specifications

  • Model: FFL020M
  • Standards: EN 55011 and CISPR 11
  • Group: 2, Class B
  • Intended Use: Heating food
  • Suitable for: Private households

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

It is crucial to follow these safety precautions to ensure safe
use of the microwave oven:

  • Avoid storing combustible objects in the cooking compartment to
    prevent fire hazards.

  • Remove food residues before using the appliance to prevent
    overheating and potential fires.

  • Use oven gloves when handling hot accessories or cookware to
    prevent burns.

  • Be cautious when opening the appliance door to prevent scalding
    from hot steam.

  • Avoid pouring water into the cooking compartment when it is hot
    to prevent steam-related injuries.

  • Avoid using harsh cleaners on the appliance door to prevent
    glass damage.

  • Only allow trained specialists to perform repairs on the
    appliance using genuine spare parts to avoid electric shock
    risks.

  • Keep packaging materials and small parts away from children to
    prevent suffocation hazards.

Usage Instructions

  1. Ensure the cooking compartment is clean before use.

  2. Place food or drink items in suitable microwave-safe
    containers.

  3. Set the desired cooking time and power level according to the
    food being heated.

  4. Avoid overfilling containers to prevent spillage and uneven
    heating.

  5. After cooking, use oven gloves to remove hot items from the
    microwave.

  6. Carefully open the door to release steam and avoid burns.

FAQ

Q: How should I clean the microwave oven?

A: Use a mild detergent and a soft cloth to clean the interior
and exterior surfaces of the microwave. Avoid using abrasive
cleaners that could damage the appliance.

Q: Can I use metal utensils in the microwave?

A: No, metal utensils should not be used in the microwave as
they can cause sparks and damage the appliance. Use only
microwave-safe cookware.

Q: What should I do if smoke is emitted during cooking?

A: If smoke is emitted, switch off the appliance, unplug it, and
keep the door closed to stifle any flames. Remove the source of
smoke carefully once it is safe to do so.

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Table of contents
INFORMATION FOR USE 1 Safety …………………………………………………………. 2 2 Preventing material damage ………………………… 5 3 Environmental protection and saving en-
ergy ……………………………………………………………. 6 4 Installation and connection………………………….. 6 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance ……. 7 6 Before using for the first time ………………………. 8 7 Basic operation …………………………………………… 8 8 Cleaning and servicing ………………………………. 10 9 Troubleshooting………………………………………… 11 10 Disposal……………………………………………………. 12 11 Customer Service………………………………………. 12 12 How it works……………………………………………… 12
1Safety
Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the
product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2Intended use This is a free-standing microwave oven. When installing in a fitted unit, observe the ventilation clearances. “Installation and connection”, Page 6 Only use this appliance: ¡ To prepare meals and drinks. ¡ Under supervision. Never leave the appliance unattended when cooking for short periods. ¡ For household use and similar applications, such as: In kitchens for employees in shops, offices and other commercial sectors; in agriculture; by customers in hotels and other residential facilities; in bed and breakfasts. ¡ up to an altitude of max. 4000 m above sea level.
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Do not use the appliance: ¡ With an external timer or a separate remote
control. This appliance complies with the standards EN 55011 and CISPR 11. It is a group 2, class B product. Group 2 means that microwaves are produced for the purpose of heating food. Class B means that the appliance is suitable for private households.
1.3Restriction on user group This appliance may be used by children aged 15 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers. Do not let children play with the appliance. Children must not perform cleaning or user maintenance unless they are at least 15 years old and are being supervised. Keep children under the age of 8 years away from the appliance and power cable.
1.4Safe use WARNING Risk of fire!
Combustible objects that are left in the cooking compartment may catch fire. Never store combustible objects in the
cooking compartment. If smoke is emitted, the appliance must be
switched off or the plug must be pulled out and the door must be held closed in order to stifle any flames. Loose food remnants, fat and meat juices may catch fire. Before using the appliance, remove the worst of the food residues and remnants from the cooking compartment, heating elements and accessories. Overheating of the appliance may cause a fire. Never install the appliance behind a decorative door or unit door. Never place the appliance in a fitted unit.
WARNING Risk of burns! Accessories and cookware get very hot. Always use oven gloves to remove ac-
cessories or cookware from the cooking compartment.

When the cooking compartment is hot, any alcoholic vapours inside may catch fire. The appliance door may spring open. Hot steam and jets of flame may escape. Only use small quantities of drinks with a
high alcohol content in food. Do not heat spirits ( 15% vol.) when undi-
luted (e.g. for marinating or pouring over food). Open the appliance door carefully.
WARNING Risk of scalding! The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation. Never touch these hot parts. Keep children at a safe distance. Hot steam may escape when you open the appliance door. Steam may not be visible, depending on the temperature. Open the appliance door carefully. Keep children at a safe distance. If there is water in the cooking compartment when it is hot, this may create hot steam. Never pour water into the cooking compart-
ment when the cooking compartment is hot.
WARNING Risk of injury! Scratched glass in the appliance door may develop into a crack. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners
or sharp metal scrapers to clean the glass on the appliance door, as they may scratch the surface. The hinges on the appliance door move when the door is opened and closed, which could trap your fingers. Keep your hands away from the hinges. Cracks, splinters or breaks in the glass turntable are dangerous. Never allow hard objects to strike the turntable. Handle the turntable with care. Alcoholic vapours may catch fire in the hot cooking compartment, and the appliance door may spring open and may fall off. The door panels may shatter and fragment. “Preventing material damage”, Page 5 Only use small quantities of drinks with a high alcohol content in food. Do not heat spirits ( 15% vol.) when undiluted (e.g. for marinating or pouring over food). Open the appliance door carefully.

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WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be
carried out by trained specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repair-
ing the appliance. If the power cord of this appliance is dam-
aged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk. If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appliance parts or heat sources. Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges. Never kink, crush or modify the power cord. An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the appliance. If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never operate a damaged appliance. Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface. Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains. If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box. Call customer services. Page 12
WARNING Risk of suffocation! Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap themselves up in it and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from chil-
dren. Do not let children play with packaging ma-
terial. Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them to suffocate. Keep small parts away from children. Do not let children play with small parts. 1.5Microwave CAREFULLY READ THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND KEEP THEM SAFE FOR FUTURE USE
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WARNING Risk of fire! Using the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose is dangerous and may cause damage. For example, heated slippers and pillows filled with grain or cereal may catch fire, even several hours later. Never dry food or clothing with the appli-
ance. Never heat up slippers, pillows filled with
grain or cereal, sponges, damp cleaning cloths or similar with the appliance. The appliance must only be used to prepare food and drink. Food and its packaging and containers may catch fire. Never heat food in heat-retaining packaging. Do not leave food unattended while it is heating in containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials. Never set the microwave power too high or the cooking time too long. Follow the instructions provided in this user manual. Never use the microwave to dry food. Never defrost or heat food with a low water content, such as bread, at too high a microwave power or for too long. Cooking oil may catch fire. Never use the microwave to heat cooking oil on its own.
WARNING Risk of explosion! Liquids and other food may easily explode when in containers that have been tightly sealed. Never heat liquids or other food in contain-
ers that have been tightly sealed. WARNING Risk of burns!
Foods with peel or skin may burst or explode during heating, or even afterwards. Never cook eggs in their shell or heat hard-
boiled eggs in their shell. Never cook shellfish or crustaceans. Always prick the yolk of eggs before mi-
crowaving. The skin of foods that have a peel or skin,
such as apples, tomatoes, potatoes and sausages, may burst. Before heating, prick the peel or skin. Heat is not distributed evenly through baby food. Never heat baby food in closed containers.

Always remove the lid or teat. Stir or shake well after heating. Check the temperature before giving the
food or drink to a child. Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove cook-
ware or accessories from the cooking compartment. Airtight packaging may burst when food is heated. Always follow the instructions on the packaging. Always use oven gloves to remove the dishes from the cooking compartment. The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation. Never touch these hot parts. Keep children at a safe distance. Using the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose is dangerous. This is because, for instance, overheated slippers, pillows filled with grain or cereal, sponges and damp cleaning cloths, etc., may cause burns to the skin. Never dry food or clothing with the appliance. Never heat up slippers, pillows filled with grain or cereal, sponges, damp cleaning cloths or similar with the appliance. The appliance must only be used to prepare food and drink. The microwave appliance becomes very hot in combination with another type of heating. If the appliance is operated in combination mode, due to the temperatures that result from this, children must only use the appliance under the supervision of adults.

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WARNING Risk of scalding! There is a possibility of delayed boiling when a liquid is heated. This means that the liquid reaches the boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. Exercise caution even when only gently shaking the container. The hot liquid may suddenly boil over and splatter. Always place a spoon in the container
when heating liquids. This prevents delayed boiling.
WARNING Risk of injury! Unsuitable cookware may crack. Porcelain or ceramic cookware can have small perforations in the handles and lid. These perforations conceal a cavity below. If moisture penetrates this cavity, it could cause the cookware to crack. Only use microwave-safe cookware. Cookware and containers made from metal or cookware with metal edging may lead to sparks being formed during simple microwave operation. The appliance is damaged. Never use metal containers during mi-
crowave-only operation. Only use microwave-safe cookware.

WARNING Risk of electric shock! The appliance uses a high voltage. Never remove the casing.
WARNING Risk of serious harm to health! Inadequate cleaning may destroy the surface of the appliance, reduce its service life, and lead to dangerous situations, such as escaping microwave energy. Clean the appliance on a regular basis,
and remove any food residue immediately. Always keep the cooking compartment,
door and door stop clean. “Cleaning and servicing”, Page 10 Never operate the appliance if the cooking compartment door is damaged. Microwave energy may escape. Never use the appliance if the cooking compartment door or the plastic door frame is damaged. Any repair work must only be carried out by customer service. Microwave energy will escape from appliances that do not have any casing. Never remove the casing. For any maintenance or repair work, contact the customer service.

2 Preventing material damage Preventingmaterialdamage
2.1General
ATTENTION! Alcoholic vapours may catch fire in the hot cooking compartment and cause permanent damage to the appliance. The appliance door may spring open due to an explosion and it may fall off. The door panels may shatter and fragment. Due to the resulting negative pressure, the cooking compartment may become considerably deformed inwards. Do not heat spirits ( 15% vol.) when undiluted (e.g.
for marinating or pouring over food). The prolonged presence of moisture in the cooking compartment leads to corrosion. Always wipe away the condensation after cooking. Do not keep moist food in the cooking compartment
for a long time with the door closed. Do not store food in the cooking compartment.

If cookware has not been pushed in fully, it may scratch the door pane when the door is closed. Always slide cookware fully into the cooking com-
partment.
2.2Microwave
Follow these instructions when using the microwave. ATTENTION! Metal touching the wall of the cooking compartment will cause sparks, which may damage the appliance or the inner door pane. Metal (e.g. a spoon in a glass) must be kept at least
2 cm from the cooking compartment walls and the inside of the door. Placing aluminium containers in the appliance may cause sparks, which will damage the appliance. Do not use aluminium containers in the appliance.

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enEnvironmental protection and saving energy

Operating the appliance without food in the cooking compartment may lead to overloading. Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food
inside. The only exception to this rule is when performing a short cookware test. If you prepare several bags of microwave popcorn in immediate succession at a microwave power level that is too high, the cooking compartment may be damaged. Leave the appliance to cool down for several minutes between each use.

Never set a microwave power level that is too high. Use a maximum microwave output of 600 watts. Always place the popcorn bag on a glass plate. The microwave feed is damaged by the removal of the cover. Never remove the cover of the microwave feed in
the cooking compartment. Removing the transparent film from the inside of the door damages the appliance door. Never remove the transparent film on the inside of
the door. Liquid that penetrates the interior of the appliance may damage the turntable drive. Monitor the cooking process. Set a shorter cooking time first and, if necessary, in-
crease the cooking time. Never use the appliance without the turntable.

3 Environmental protection and saving energy Environmentalprotectionandsavingenergy

3.1Disposing of packaging
The packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be recycled.

Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separately.

4 Installation and connection Installationandconnection
4.1Safety clearances
Comply with the safety clearances for the appliance.
4.2Installing and connecting the appliance
WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. Connect and operate the appliance only in accord-
ance with the specifications on the rating plate. Connect the appliance to a power supply with al-
ternating current only via a properly installed socket with earthing. The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical installation must be properly installed. Never equip the appliance with an external switching device, e.g. a timer or remote control.

When installing the appliance, check that the power cable is not trapped or damaged.
If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never let the power cord come into contact with hot
appliance parts or heat sources. Never let the power cord come into contact with
sharp points or edges. Never kink, crush or modify the power cord.
WARNING Risk of burns! The rear of the appliance becomes very hot during operation. Place the appliance with the back panel against a
wall. Keep children at a safe distance. 1. Place the appliance on a level, solid surface with
sufficient load-bearing capacity. 2. Ensure that the ventilation slots are clear.
“Safety clearances”, Page 6 3. Using the mains plug, connect the appliance to an
earthed socket that has been correctly installed.

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5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarisingyourselfwithyourappliance
5.1Control panel
You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
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Function selector

2

Time switch

Select functions. Set the cooking time in minutes.

5.2Types of heating
Here you can find an overview of the types of heating. You can find recommendations on using the types of heating.

Symbol 90­800

Name Microwave

Use For defrosting, cooking and heating foods and liquids. Microwave power settings: ¡ 90 W ¡ 180 W ¡ 360 W ¡ 600 W ¡ 800 W

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enBefore using for the first time

5.3Cooling fan
The cooling fan switches on and off as required. The cooking compartment remains cold during microwave operation. Despite this, the cooling fan will still switch on. Note: The cooling fan may run on even if the oven has been switched off.

5.4Condensation
Condensation can occur in the cooking compartment and on the appliance door when cooking. Condensation is normal and does not adversely affect appliance operation. Wipe away the condensation after cooking.

6 Before using for the first time Beforeusingforthefirsttime

Configure the settings for initial start-up. Clean the appliance and accessories.
6.1Fitting the turntable
Never use the appliance without the turntable. Insert the turntable correctly depending on the product variant. 1. Variant 1:
Place the turntable on the roller ring .

2. Variant 2: Place the roller ring into the recess in the cooking compartment. Engage the turntable in the drive in the centre of the cooking compartment floor.

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7 Basic operation Basicoperation

7.1Microwave power settings
This is where you can find an overview of the different microwave output settings and recommendations on when to use them.

Microwave output in Use watts

90

Defrost delicate foods.

180

Defrost food and continue

cooking.

3. Check whether the turntable is correctly engaged. Note: The turntable can turn anti-clockwise or clockwise.
6.2Cleaning the appliance before using it for the first time
Clean the cooking compartment and accessories before using the appliance to prepare food for the first time. 1. Make sure that there is no leftover packaging, ac-
cessories or other objects in the cooking compartment. 2. Clean the smooth surfaces in the cooking compartment with a soft, damp cloth. 3. To eliminate the new-appliance smell, wipe the empty cooking compartment with hot soapy water. “Cleaning the cooking compartment”, Page 10

Microwave output in Use watts

360

Cook meat and fish or heat del-

icate foods.

600

Heat and cook food.

800

Heat liquids.

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7.2Microwave-safe cookware and accessories
To heat food evenly and avoid damaging your appliance, it is important to use the right cookware and accessories. Note: Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using any cookware in the microwave. If in doubt, carry out a cookware test.

Microwave-safe

Cookware and accessories Cookware made from heat-resistant, microwavesafe material: ¡ Glass ¡ Glass ceramic ¡ Porcelain ¡ Temperature-resistant
plastic ¡ Fully glazed ceramic
without cracks Metal cutlery

Reason These materials allow microwaves to pass through. Microwaves do not damage heat-resistant cookware.
Note: You can use metal cutlery, e.g. place a spoon in a glass, to prevent delayed boiling.

ATTENTION! Metal touching the wall of the cooking compartment will cause sparks, which may damage the appliance or the inner door pane. Metal (e.g. a spoon in a glass) must be kept at least
2 cm from the cooking compartment walls and the inside of the door.

Not microwave-safe

Cookware and accessor- Reason ies

Metal cookware

Metal does not allow microwaves to pass through. The food hardly heats up.

Cookware with gold or sil- Microwaves can damage

ver decoration

gold and silver decora-

tion.

Tip: You can only use this kind of cookware if the manufacturer guarantees that it is microwave-safe.

7.3Testing cookware for microwave suitability
Test cookware to see whether it is suitable for microwave use. Testing cookware is the only time the appliance should be operated in microwave mode without any food inside.
WARNING Risk of scalding! The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation. Never touch these hot parts. Keep children at a safe distance.

Basic operationen 1. Place the empty cookware in the cooking compart-
ment. 2. Set the appliance to the maximum microwave power
setting for 30 seconds to 1 minute. 3. Start the operation. 4. Check the cookware several times:
­ If the cookware is cold or warm to the touch, it is suitable for microwave use.
­ If the cookware becomes hot or sparks are created, stop the cookware test. The cookware is not microwave-safe.
7.4Configuring the microwave settings
WARNING Risk of scalding! There is a possibility of delayed boiling when a liquid is heated. This means that the liquid reaches the boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. Exercise caution even when only gently shaking the container. The hot liquid may suddenly boil over and splatter. Always place a spoon in the container when heating
liquids. This prevents delayed boiling.
ATTENTION! Operating the appliance without food in the cooking compartment may lead to overloading. Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food
inside. The only exception to this rule is when performing a short cookware test.
Tip: To ensure optimum use of your appliance, refer to the information in the recommended settings. “How it works”, Page 12 1. Follow the safety instructions. Page 3 2. Observe the information on how to prevent material
damage. Page 5 3. Read the information on microwave-safe cookware
and accessories. Page 9 4. Use the function selector to set the required mi-
crowave power setting. 5. Use the time switch to set the required cooking
time. a An audible signal sounds once the cooking time
has elapsed.
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enCleaning and servicing
Note: If you open the cooking compartment door while the appliance is in operation, the appliance stops the operation and keeps the set time schedule. When you close the cooking compartment door, the appliance continues to operate as before.
8 Cleaning and servicing Cleaningandservicing
To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.
8.1Cleaning products
Only use suitable cleaning agents. WARNING Risk of electric shock!
An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. Do not use steam- or high- pressure cleaners to
clean the appliance. ATTENTION! Unsuitable cleaning agents damage the surfaces of the appliance. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning products. Do not use cleaning products with a high alcohol
content. Do not use hard scouring pads or cleaning
sponges. Do not use any special cleaners for cleaning the ap-
pliance while it is hot. Only use glass cleaners, glass scrapers or stainless
steel care products if recommended in the cleaning instructions for the relevant part. Salt contained in new sponge cloths may damage surfaces. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use. You can find out which cleaning products are suitable for each surface or part of the appliance in the individual cleaning instructions.
8.2Cleaning the appliance
Clean the appliance as specified. This will ensure that the different parts and surfaces of the appliance are not damaged by incorrect cleaning or unsuitable cleaning products.
WARNING Risk of fire! Loose food remnants, fat and meat juices may catch fire. Before using the appliance, remove the worst of the
food residues and remnants from the cooking compartment, heating elements and accessories.
WARNING Risk of injury! Scratched glass in the appliance door may develop into a crack. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners or sharp
metal scrapers to clean the glass on the appliance door, as they may scratch the surface. 1. Read the information on cleaning products. Page 10 2. Observe the information on cleaning the appliance components or surfaces.
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Changing the cooking time You can change the cooking time at any time. Use the time switch to set the required cooking
time. Stopping operation Set the time selector to 0.
3. Unless otherwise specified: Clean the components of the appliance with hot soapy water and a dish cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
8.3Cleaning the cooking compartment
ATTENTION! Incorrect cleaning may damage the cooking compartment. Do not use oven spray, abrasive materials or other
aggressive oven cleaners. 1. Read the information on cleaning products.
Page 10 2. Clean with hot soapy water or a vinegar solution. 3. Use oven cleaner to remove very heavy soiling.
Only use oven cleaner when the cooking compartment is cold. Tip: To eliminate unpleasant odours, heat up a cup of water with a few drops of lemon juice for 1 to 2 minutes at maximum microwave power setting. Always place a spoon in the container to prevent delayed boiling. 4. Wipe out the cooking compartment with a soft cloth. 5. Leave the cooking compartment to dry with the door open.
8.4Cleaning the front of the appliance
ATTENTION! Incorrect cleaning may damage the front of the appliance. Do not use glass cleaner, metal scrapers or glass
scrapers for cleaning. To prevent corrosion on stainless steel fronts, re-
move any limescale, grease, starch and albumin (e.g. egg white) stains immediately. On stainless steel surfaces, use special stainless steel cleaning products suitable for hot surfaces. 1. Read the information on cleaning products. Page 10 2. Clean the front of the appliance using hot soapy water and a dish cloth. Note: Slight differences in colour on the front of the appliance are caused by the use of different materials, such as glass, plastic and metal. 3. For stainless steel appliance fronts, apply a thin layer of the stainless steel cleaning product with a soft cloth. You can obtain the stainless steel cleaning products from the after-sales service or the online shop. 4. Dry with a soft cloth.

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8.5Cleaning the control panel
ATTENTION! Incorrect cleaning may damage the control panel. Never wipe the control panel with a wet cloth. 1. Read the information on cleaning products.
Page 10 2. Clean the control panel using a microfibre cloth or a
soft, damp cloth. 3. Dry with a soft cloth.
8.6Cleaning the door panels
ATTENTION! Incorrect cleaning may damage the door panes. Do not use a glass scraper.

1. Read the information on cleaning products. Page 10
2. Clean the door panels with a soft dish cloth and glass cleaner. Note: Shadows on the door panels, which look like streaks, are caused by reflections made by the interior lighting.
3. Dry with a soft cloth.
8.7Cleaning aid
The cleaning aid is a quick alternative for occasionally cleaning the cooking compartment. The cleaning aid softens dirt by vaporising the soapy water. The dirt can then be removed more easily.

9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshooting information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unnecessary costs.
WARNING Risk of injury! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out
by trained specialist staff. If the appliance is defective, call Customer Service.
“Customer Service”, Page 12

WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out
by trained specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the
appliance. If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.

9.1Malfunctions

Fault

Cause and troubleshooting

The appliance is not The mains plug of the power cord is not plugged in.

working.

Connect the appliance to the power supply.

The circuit breaker in the fuse box has tripped.

Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box.

There has been a power cut.

Check whether the lighting in your room or other appliances are working.

Malfunction 1. Switch off the fuse in the fuse box. 2. Switch the fuse back on after approx. 10 seconds. 3. If the malfunction occurs again, call after-sales service.

Door is not fully closed.

Check whether food remains or foreign material are trapped in the door.

The time selector is not set.

Set the time selector.

Food takes longer

The microwave power setting is set too low.

than usual to heat up. Set a higher microwave power setting.

A larger amount than usual has been placed in the appliance.

Set a longer cooking time. You need double the time when you have double the amount.

The food is colder than usual.

Turn or stir the food from time to time during cooking.

Turntable grates or grinds.

There is dirt or foreign objects in the area of the turntable drive. Clean the roller ring and recess in the cooking compartment.

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enDisposal

Fault Microwave mode is cancelled.

Cause and troubleshooting
Appliance has a fault. If this fault recurs, call the after-sales service.

10 Disposal Disposal
10.1Disposing of old appliance
Valuable raw materials can be reused by recycling. 1. Unplug the appliance from the mains. 2. Cut through the power cord. 3. Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally
friendly manner. Information about current disposal methods are available from your specialist dealer or local authority.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

11 Customer Service CustomerService
Function-relevant genuine spare parts according to the corresponding Ecodesign Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at least 10 years from the date on which your appliance was placed on the market within the European Economic Area. Note: Under the terms of the manufacturer’s warranty the use of Customer Service is free of charge. Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is available from our aftersales service, your retailer or on our website. If you contact Customer Service, you will require the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of your appliance. The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website.

11.1Product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD)
You can find the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) on the appliance’s rating plate. You will see the rating plate with these numbers if you open the appliance door.
Make a note of your appliance’s details and the Customer Service telephone number to find them again quickly.

12 How it works Howitworks
Here, you can find the ideal settings for various dishes as well as the best accessories and cookware. We have tailored these recommendations to your appliance.
12.1What is the best way to proceed?
In this section, you will find out the best way to proceed using step-by-step instructions to make optimal use of the recommended settings. You will get information on many meals, with details and tips on how to best use and set your appliance. Note: ¡ The recommended settings always apply to the
cooking compartment when it is cold and empty. ¡ The times specified in the overviews are intended as
a guide only. They will depend on the quality and composition of the food.
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WARNING Risk of burns! Foods with peel or skin may burst or explode during heating, or even afterwards. Never cook eggs in their shell or heat hard- boiled
eggs in their shell. Never cook shellfish or crustaceans. Always prick the yolk of eggs before microwaving. The skin of foods that have a peel or skin, such as
apples, tomatoes, potatoes and sausages, may burst. Before heating, prick the peel or skin. Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove cookware or accessories from the cooking compartment. 1. Before using the appliance, remove all unnecessary cookware from the cooking compartment. 2. Select the desired food from the recommended settings. 3. Add the food to a suitable tableware. “Microwave-safe cookware and accessories”, Page 9

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4. Always place the cookware on the turntable. 5. Use the recommended settings when configuring
the appliance settings. Set the shorter cooking time first. If necessary, increase the cooking time. If two microwave power settings and times are specified in the tables, set the first microwave power setting and cooking time first and, after the signal, set the second. If you want to cook quantities that deviate from those specified in the tables, set approximately double the time for double the amount. 6. Use an oven cloth or oven gloves when taking hot cookware out of the cooking compartment.

12.2Tips for defrosting and heating
Follow these tips for good results when defrosting and heating.

Issue

Tip

The food should be defrosted, hot or cooked once the time has elapsed.

Set a longer cooking time. Larger quantities and food which is piled high require longer times.

Once the time has elapsed, the food should not be overheated at the edge and cooked in the middle.

¡ Stir the food occasionally.
¡ Set a lower microwave power setting and a longer cooking time.

After defrosting, poultry or ¡ Set a lower microwave

meat should not be de-

power setting.

frosted on the outside

¡ If you are defrosting a

only but still frozen in the

large quantity, turn it

middle.

several times.

The food should not be too dry.

¡ Set a lower microwave power setting.
¡ Set a shorter cooking time.
¡ Cover the food. ¡ Add more liquid.

12.3Defrosting
With your appliance you can defrost frozen food.
Defrosting food 1. Place the frozen food in an open container on the
turntable. Delicate parts, such as the legs and wings of chicken or fatty outer layers of roasts, can be covered with small pieces of aluminium foil. The foil must not touch the sides of the cooking compartment. 2. Start the operation. You can remove the foil halfway through the defrosting time. 3. Note: Liquid is produced when you defrost meat and poultry. Drain off any liquid when turning and under no circumstances use it for other purposes or allow it to come into contact with other foods. 4. Redistribute the food or turn it once or twice as it defrosts. Turn large pieces of food several times. 5. To even out the temperature, leave the defrosted food to stand at room temperature for approx. 10­ 20 minutes. You can remove the giblets from poultry at this point. You can continue to cook the meat even if a small section of it is still frozen in the centre.

Defrosting with the microwave Observe the recommended settings for using the microwave to defrost frozen food.

Food

Weight in g

Microwave power setting in W

Whole pieces of beef, veal or pork (on the 800 bone or boned)

1. 180 2. 90

Whole pieces of beef, veal or pork (on the bone or boned)

1000

1. 180 2. 90

Whole pieces of beef, veal or pork (on the bone or boned)

1500

1. 180 2. 90

Meat in pieces or slices of beef, veal or pork 200

1. 180 2. 90

1 Separate any defrosted parts when turning. 2 Freeze the food flat. 3 Remove any meat that has already defrosted. 4 Turn the food several times. 5 Separate any defrosted parts. 6 Carefully stir the food occasionally. 7 Remove all packaging. 8 Only defrost cakes without icing, whipped cream, gelatine or custard. 9 Separate the pieces of cake.

Cooking time in mins
1. 15 2. 10­20 1. 20 2. 15­25 1. 30 2. 20­30 1. 21 2. 4­6

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Food

Weight in g

Microwave power setting in W

Meat in pieces or slices of beef, veal or pork 500

1. 180 2. 90

Meat in pieces or slices of beef, veal or pork 800

1. 180 2. 90

Minced meat, mixed2, 3

200

90

Minced meat, mixed2, 3

500

1. 180

2. 90

Minced meat, mixed2, 3

800

1. 180

2. 90

Poultry or poultry portions5

600

1. 180

2. 90

Poultry or poultry portions5

1200

1. 180 2. 90

Fish fillet, fish steak or fish slices5

400

1. 180 2. 90

Vegetables, e.g. peas

300

180

Fruit, e.g. raspberries5

300

180

Fruit, e.g. raspberries5

500

1. 180

2. 90

Butter, defrosting7

125

1. 180

2. 90

Butter, defrosting7

250

1. 180

2. 90

Loaf of bread

500

1. 180

2. 90

Loaf of bread

1000

1. 180 2. 90

Cakes, plain, e.g. sponge cake8, 9

500

90

Cakes, plain, e.g. sponge cake8, 9

750

1. 180 2. 90

Cakes, moist, e.g. fruit flan, cheesecake8

500

1. 180 2. 90

Cakes, moist, e.g. fruit flan, cheesecake8

750

1. 180 2. 90

1 Separate any defrosted parts when turning. 2 Freeze the food flat. 3 Remove any meat that has already defrosted. 4 Turn the food several times. 5 Separate any defrosted parts. 6 Carefully stir the food occasionally. 7 Remove all packaging. 8 Only defrost cakes without icing, whipped cream, gelatine or custard. 9 Separate the pieces of cake.

12.4Heating
With your appliance you can heat food. Heating food
WARNING Risk of burns! Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove cookware or ac-
cessories from the cooking compartment.

Cooking time in mins
1. 51 2. 5­10 1. 81 2. 10­15 104 1. 54 2. 10­15 1. 84 2. 10­20 1. 8 2. 10­20

  1. 15 2. 10­20 1. 5 2. 10­15 10­15 7­106 1. 86 2. 5­10 1. 1 2. 2­3 1. 1 2. 3­4
  2. 6 2. 5­10 1. 12 2. 10­20 10­15 1. 5 2. 10­15 1. 5 2. 15­20 1. 7 2. 15­20

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WARNING Risk of scalding! There is a possibility of delayed boiling when a liquid is heated. This means that the liquid reaches the boiling temperature without the usual steam bubbles rising to the surface. Exercise caution even when only gently shaking the container. The hot liquid may suddenly boil over and splatter. Always place a spoon in the container when heating
liquids. This prevents delayed boiling.

ATTENTION! Metal touching the wall of the cooking compartment will cause sparks, which may damage the appliance or the inner door pane. Metal (e.g. a spoon in a glass) must be kept at least
2 cm from the cooking compartment walls and the inside of the door. 1. Take ready meals out of the packaging and place in microwave-safe cookware. 2. Distribute the food flat in the cookware. 3. Cover the food with a suitable lid, a plate or special microwave foil. 4. Start the operation. 5. Turn or stir the food several times during cooking. The speed at which different components of the meal heat up may vary. 6. Check the temperature. 7. To even out the temperature, leave the heated food to stand at room temperature for approx. 2­5 minutes.

Heating frozen food in the microwave Observe the recommended settings for using the microwave to heat frozen food.

Food

Weight in g

Set menu, plated meal, ready meal with 2­3 300­400 components

Soup

400

Stew

500

Slices or pieces of meat in sauce, e.g.

500

goulash

Bakes, e.g. lasagne, cannelloni

450

Side dishes, e.g. rice, pasta2

250

Side dishes, e.g. rice, pasta2

500

Vegetables, e.g. peas, broccoli, carrots3

300

Vegetables, e.g. peas, broccoli, carrots3

600

Creamed spinach4

450

1 Separate the pieces of meat when stirring. 2 Add a little liquid to the food. 3 Pour water into the dish so that it covers the base. 4 Cook the food without any additional water.

Microwave power setting in W 600
600 600 600
600 600 600 600 600 600

Cooking time in mins
8­11
8­10 10­13 12­171
10­15 2­5 8­10 8­10 14­17 11­16

Heating in the microwave Observe the recommended settings for using the microwave to heat food.

Food
Beverages1 Beverages1 Baby food, e.g. baby bottles4 1 Place a spoon in the glass. 2 Do not overheat alcoholic drinks. 3 Check the food occasionally. 4 Heat up baby food without the teat or lid. 5 Always shake the food well after heating. 6 Always check the temperature. 7 Separate the slices of meat. 8 Add a little liquid to the food.

Amount
200 ml 500 ml 50 ml

Microwave power setting in W 800 800 360

Cooking time in mins
2­32, 3 3­42, 3 Approx. 0.55, 6

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Food

Amount

Baby food, e.g. baby bottles4 Baby food, e.g. baby bottles4 Soup, 1 cup Soup, 2 cups Set menu, plated meal, ready meal with 2­3 components Meat in sauce7 Stew Stew Vegetables, 1 portion8 Vegetables, 2 portions8 1 Place a spoon in the glass. 2 Do not overheat alcoholic drinks. 3 Check the food occasionally. 4 Heat up baby food without the teat or lid. 5 Always shake the food well after heating. 6 Always check the temperature. 7 Separate the slices of meat. 8 Add a little liquid to the food.

100 ml 200 ml 200 g 400 g 350­500 g
500 g 400 g 800 g 150 g 300 g

Microwave power setting in W 360 360 600 600 600
600 600 600 600 600

Cooking time in mins
Approx. 15, 6 1.55, 6 2­3 4­5 4­8
8­11 6­8 8­11 2­3 3­5

12.5Cooking
With your appliance you can cook food. Cooking food
WARNING Risk of burns! Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove cookware or ac-
cessories from the cooking compartment.

1. Check whether the cookware fits in the cooking compartment and that the turntable can turn freely.
2. Distribute the food flat in the cookware. 3. Cover the food with a suitable lid, a plate or special
microwave foil. 4. Always place the cookware on the turntable. 5. Start the operation. 6. To even out the temperature, leave the heated food
to stand at room temperature for approx. 2­5 minutes.

Cooking with the microwave

Food

Amount

Fish, e.g. fillets Vegetables, fresh

400 g 250 g

Vegetables, fresh Potatoes

500 g 250 g

Potatoes

500 g

Potatoes

750 g

Accessories
Cookware without lid Cookware with lid

Microwave power setting in W 600
600

Cooking time in mins 10 ­ 15
5 ­ 10

Cookware with lid 600 Cookware with lid 600

10 ­ 15 8 ­ 10

Cookware with lid 600

11 ­ 14

Cookware with lid 600

15 ­ 22

Information
Add a little water, lemon juice or wine to the food. Cut the ingredients into equalsized pieces. Add 1 to 2 tbsp water for every 100 g. Stir the food occasionally. Stir the food occasionally. Cut the ingredients into equalsized pieces. Add 1 to 2 tbsp water for every 100 g. Stir the food occasionally. Cut the ingredients into equalsized pieces. Add 1 to 2 tbsp water for every 100 g. Stir the food occasionally. Cut the ingredients into equalsized pieces. Add 1 to 2 tbsp water for every 100 g. Stir the food occasionally.

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Food
Rice
Rice
Fruit, compote Desserts, e.g. blancmange (instant)

Amount
125 g
250 g
500 g 500 ml

Accessories

Microwave Cooking power set- time ting in W in mins

Cookware with lid 1. 800 2. 180

1. 5 ­ 7 2. 12 ­ 15

Cookware with lid 1. 800 2. 180

1. 6 ­ 8 2. 15 ­ 18

Cookware with lid 600

9 ­ 12

Cookware with lid 600

5 ­ 8

Information
Add double the amount of liquid. Add double the amount of liquid. ­ Stir the blancmange 2 to 3 times using the whisk.

Blancmange made from blancmange powder
WARNING Risk of burns! Heated food gives off heat. The cookware may become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove cookware or ac-
cessories from the cooking compartment. 1. Mix together one packet of blancmange powder
with sugar and a little milk in a tall microwave-suitable bowl in accordance with the package instructions so that there are no lumps.

2. Add the rest of the milk and stir again. 3. Place the bowl into the cooking compartment and
close the appliance door. 4. Set the appliance according to the recommended
settings. 5. Only stir for the first time after 3 minutes. Then stir
again every minute until it reaches the required consistency. The cooking time depends on the temperature of the milk and the container that is used.

12.6Test dishes
These overviews have been produced for test institutes to facilitate appliance testing in accordance with EN 60350-1:2013 or IEC 60350-1:2011 and EN 60705:2012, IEC 60705:2010.

Cooking with the microwave Food Custard, 750 g Biscuit

Microwave power setting in W 1. 360 2. 90 600

Meatloaf

600

Cooking time in mins Note:

1. 12­17 2. 20­25 8­10
23 – 28

Place the Pyrex dish 20 x 25 cm on the turntable. Place a 22 cm diameter Pyrex dish on the turntable. Place a Pyrex dish on the turntable.

Defrosting with the microwave Recommended settings for using the microwave to defrost food.

Food Meat

Microwave power setting in W 1. 180 2. 90

Cooking time in mins Note:

1. 5­7 2. 10­15

Place the Pyrex dish (22 cm diameter) on the turntable.

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