User manual SEVERIN MIKROWELLE MIT GRILL- UND DAMPFFUNKTION MW 7816

[. . . ] Dear Customer Before using the appliance, please read the following instructions carefully and keep this instruction manual for future reference. The appliance must only be used by persons familiar with these instructions. Always place the microwave oven on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface, ensuring That it is protected from any heat source or excessive humidity. Do not place any objects on the unit, and make sure that the following minimum distances from any wall or other object are maintained: Side: 5 cm Rear: 10 cm Top: 20 cm The feet on the base of the unit must not be removed. [. . . ] Make sure that the container or plate used does not contain any metal parts. Cooking utensils Heat-resistant glass Non heat-resistant glass Heat-resistant ceramics Microwave-safe plastic kitchen utensils Metal bowls Metal trays or racks Drip tray Aluminium foil and foil containers Microwave yes no yes yes no no no no Light-wave yes no yes no yes yes yes yes Combi yes no yes no no yes yes no Using the steam generator Before the steam generator is used for the first time, the water container and its lid should be thoroughly cleaned in hot soapy water. - Fill the container up to its max level with clean, fresh water (do not use mineral water). If the level is below min, either the steam function cannot be started, or the container will need to be replenished after a very short time. With the water level exceeding the max-mark, there is a danger that water will reach the interior. Important notes: - Caution: do not open the water container during the cooking process. - If the water level falls below the min level, the programme is automatically interrupted. a beep signal is heard and the steam-cooking symbol flashes , reminding the user to replenish the water. However, before re-filling the container, allow the appliance to cool down for a short time. Fill the container with water and replace the lid before restarting the programme. - While steam-cooking is in progress , steam is emitted through the aperture on the top of the appliance. Once steam-cooking is complete, there may still be some residual steam left in the interior, and there is also a possibility that some hot water may have collected Around the lower part of the door. - The water collection channel should be emptied in good time to prevent it from overflowing. Before the steam-cooking function can be used, the water container and water collection channel must be fitted to the unit. - If the collection channel (3) is full of water , it must be emptied right away. - To achieve an even distribution of heat through the food, the container should be set aside for several minutes. For larger pieces of food, a longer cooking time is therefore needed than for the same amount of food if cut into pieces. - To ensure that any germs in the food are safely destroyed, the food needs to be exposed to high temperatures for a sufficiently long period. Setting the clock: Once the unit has been connected to the power supply, the display will show 1:00. While a programme is running, the present time can be called up by pressing . The clock must be set when the appliance is connected for the first time, and also if a power failure has reset it. The microwave function To programme the unit for cooking, the correct mode (microwave in this case), the required power setting and the cooking time must be selected before the programme sequence can be started. [. . . ] If food is to be defrosted in a microwave, it is therefore better to prepare it in smaller portions before initial freezing. Standing time Allowing the food to stand for a time after defrosting is also important, as the defrosting process continues. Defrosting times (at 20% microwave power) for meat and poultry: Food type Microwave time setting roast beef 9-12 minutes / 500g beef steak 5-8 minutes / 500g beef mince 6-10 minutes / 500g roast pork 9-14 minutes / 500g pork cutlet 6-10 minutes / 500g ribs 7-10 minutes / 500g pork mince 7-10 minutes / 500g roast lamb 9-12 minutes / 500g shoulder of lamb 8-12 minutes / 500g lamb cutlet 6-10 minutes / 500g poultry turkey (whole) 7-12 minutes / 500g pieces 8-12 minutes / 500g chicken (whole) 6-10 minutes / 500g pieces 6-9 minutes / 500g duck 9-12 minutes / 500g Defrosting times (at 20% microwave power) for fish and seafood: Fish and sea-food Microwave time setting Standing time whole fish 4-6 minutes / 500g 5 minutes mussels shrimps or prawns 6-10 minutes / 500g 5-8 minutes / 500g 2-3 minutes 2-3 minutes Handling turn the fish over half way through the defrosting process separate pieces as soon as possible. Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is switched off and has cooled down completely. [. . . ]