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USER MANUAL MC1763E AEG-ELECTROLUX

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• Visit the webshop at www.aeg-electrolux.com/shop CONTENTS Important safety instructions ; Appliance overview 8 Before first use 10 Microwave cooking advice 12 Microwave operation 18 Programme charts 22 Recipes 26 Care & cleaning 27 Whattodoif Specifications 28 Installation 31 Environmental information 32 Service & spare parts 33 Guarantee conditions p. 27

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Important safety instructions

L\ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important safety instructions: Read carefully and keep for future reference To avoid the danger of fire The microwave oven should not be left unattended during operation. Power levels that are too high or cooking times that are too long may overheat foods resulting in a fire. The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency. Do not store or use the oven outdoors. If food being heated begins to smoke, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. Tum off and unplug the oven and wait until the food has stopped smoking. Opening the door while food is smoking may cause a fire. Only use microwave-safe containers and utensils. Do not leave the oven unattended when using disposable plastic, paper or other combustible food containers. Clean the waveguide cover, the oven cavity, the turntable and turtable support after use. These must be dry and free from grease. Built-up grease may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fire. Do not place flammable materials near the oven or ventilation openings. Do not block the ventilation openings. Remove all metallic seals, wire twists, etc. from food and food packages. Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a fire. Do not use the microwave oven to heat oil for deep frying. The temperature cannot be controlled and the oil may catch fire. To make popcorn, only use special microwave popcorn makers. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven. Check the settings after you start the oven to ensure the oven is operating as desired. See the corresponding hints in this operation manual. To avoid the possibility of injury A Warning! Do not operate the oven if it is damaged or malfunctioning. Check the following before use: a) The door; make sure the door closes properly and ensure it is not misaligned or warped. b) The hinges and door safety latches:; check to make sure they are not broken or loose. c) The door seals and sealing surfaces; ensure that they have not been damaged. d) Inside the oven cavity or on the door; make sure there are no dents. €) The power supply cord and plug; ensure that they are not damaged.

Important safety instructions Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. Do not operate the oven with the door open or alter the door safety latches in any way. Do not operate the oven if there is an object between the door seals and sealing surfaces. Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts. Follow instructions for “Care Et cleaning” Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to a deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. individuals with PACEMAKERS should check with their doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker for precautions regarding microwave ovens. To avoid the possibility of electric shock Under no circumstances should you remove the outer cabinet. Never spill or insert any objects into the door lock openings or ventilation openings. In the event of a spill, turn off and unplug the oven immediately and call your local Service Force Centre. Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven. Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp yourself or allow anyone who is not authorised by Service Force to do so. If the oven lamp fails, please consult your dealer or contact your local Service Force Centre. If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised Service Force technician. To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling: Warning! Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. Never use sealed containers. Remove seals and lids before use. Sealed containers can explode due to a build up of pressure even after the oven has been turned off. Take care when microwaving liquids. Use a wide-mouthed container to allow bubbles to escape. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container. To prevent sudden eruption of boiling liquid and possible scalding:

1. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

2. Itis advisable to insert a glass rod or similar utensil into the liquid whilst reheating.

3. Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven at the end of cooking time to prevent

delayed eruptive boiling.

Important safety instructions

Do not cook eggs in their shells, and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard boiled eggs before reheating them in the microwave oven. Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes, sausages and fruit before cooking, or they may explode. To avoid the possibility of burns Use pot holders or oven gloves when removing food from the oven to prevent burns. Always open containers, popcorn makers, oven cooking bags, etc, away from the face and hands to avoid steam burns. To avoid burns, always test food temperature and stir before serving and pay special attention to the temperature of food and drink given to babies, children or the elderly. Temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink; always check the food temperature. Always stand back from the oven door when opening to avoid burns from escaping steam and heat. Slice stuffed baked foods after heating to release steam and avoid burns. Keep children away from the door to prevent them burning themselves. To avoid misuse by children

Ony allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not lean or swing on the oven door. Do not play with the oven or use it as a toy. Children should be taught all important safety instructions: use of pot holders, careful removal of food coverings; paying special attention to packaging (e.g. self-heating materials) designed to make food crisp, as they may be extra hot. Other warnings Never modify the oven in any way. This oven is for home food preparation only and may only be used for cooking food. lt is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.

BEM important safety instructions To promote trouble-free use of your oven and avoid damage Never operate the oven when it is empty. When using a browning dish or self-heating material, always place a heat-resistant insulator such as a porcelain plate under it to prevent damage to the turntable and turntable support due to heat stress. The preheating time specified in the dish's instructions must not be exceeded. Do not use metal utensils, which reflect microwaves and may cause electrical arcing. Do not put cans in the oven. Only use the turntable and the turntable support designed for this oven. Do not operate the oven without the turntable. To prevent the turntable from breaking: a) Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the turntable to cool. b} Do not put hot foods or hot utensils on a cold turntable. €) Do not put cold foods or cold utensils on a hot turntable. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet during operation. Important: If you are unsure how to connect your oven, please consult an authorised, qualified electrician. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedure. Water vapour or drops may occasionally form on the oven walls or around the door seals and sealing surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is not an indication of microwave leakage or a malfunction.

Appliance overview APPLIANCE OVERVIEW Microwave oven £t accessories EE font trim Oven lamp Æ Control panel Door opening button Æ Maveguide cover EG Over cavity Seal packing Door seals and sealing surfaces Æ fixing points (4 points) I Ventilation openings Outer cover Rear cabinet Æ Power supply cord Check to make sure the following accessories are provided: Ærumtble Biumiable support 4 fxing screws (not shown) + Place the turntable support in the seal packing on the floor of the cavity. + Then place the turntable on the turntable support. + To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven. Important: When you order accessories, please mention two items: part name and model name to your dealer or local Service Force Centre.

Setting the clock The oven has a 12 and 24 hour clock. Example: To set the clock to 11:30 (12 hour clock).

1. Plug in the oven.

knob to adjust the minutes.

Before first use DER Example: To set the clock to 23:30 (24 hour clock).

1. Plug in the oven.

Adjusting the time when the clock is set Example: To set the clock to 11:45 (12 hour clock).

2. Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Rotate

Example: To set the clock to 23:45 (24 hour clock).

2. Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will beep. Rotate

Example: To change the clock from 12H to 24 H or 24H to 12H.

1. Open the door. Press and hold the START/QUICK button for 5 seconds. The oven will

beep. Press the START/QUICK button once then rotate the TIMER/WEIGHT knob to adjust the hour. Using the STOP button Use the STOP button to:

1. Erase a mistake during programming.

2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking, press once.

3. Cancel a programme during cooking, touch twice.

Microwave cooking advice Child safety lock The oven has a safety feature which prevents the accidental running of the oven by a child. When the lock has been set, no part of the microwave will operate until the lock feature has been cancelled. Example: To set the child safety lock.

1. Press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds.

The oven will beep twice and 'LOC' will be displayed: Note: + To cancel the child safety lock, press and hold the stop button for 5 seconds, the oven will beep twice and the time of day will be displayed. + Child safety lock cannot be set if the clock is not set.

MICROWAVE COOKING ADVICE

Microwave cooking To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware. Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones as the food in the corners tends to overcook. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating. Standing time is necessary after cooking as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food. Food characteristics Composition Foods high in fat or sugar (.g Christmas pudding, mince pies) require less heating time. Care should be taken as overheating can lead to fire. Density | Food density will affect the amount of cooking time needed. Light porous food such as cakes or bread, cook more quickly than heawy, dense food such as roasts and casseroles Quantity The cooking time must be increased as the amount of food placed in the oven increases. Eg. four potatoes will take longer to cook than to. Sie Srall food and small pieces cook faster than large ones as microwaves can penetrate from all sides to the centre. For even cooking make all the pieces the same size. Shape Foods which are irregular in shape, such as chicken breasts or drumsticks, take longer to cook in the thicker parts Round shapes cook more eventy than square shapes wihen microwave cooking. Temperature The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed. Chilled foods will offood take longer to cook than food at room temperature. Cut into foods with filings, eg. jam doughnuts to release heat or steam.

Microwave cooking advice Cooking techniques Arrange Place the thickest parts of food towards the outside of the dish. E.g. Chicken drumsticks. Cover Use vented microwave cing film or a suitable id. Pierce Foods with a shel, skin or membrane must be pierced in several places before cooking or reheating as steam will build up and may cause food to explode, eg, Potatoes, Fish, Chicken, Sausages Important: Eggs should not be heated using microwave power as they may explode, even after cooking has ended, eg. poached, hard boiled. Sti, turn and || For even cooking its essential to st, tum and rearrange food during cooking. Always str and rearrange | rearrange from the outside towardb the centre. Stand Standing time is necessary after cooking to enable the heat to disperse equal throughout the food. Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. Warm areas can be shielded with small pieces of foi, which reflect microwaves, eg. legs and wings on a chicken. Microwave safe cookware Cookware Microwave Comments safe Aluminiurn foi / V1X Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from foil containers overheating. Keep fol at least 2 em from the oven wall as arcing may oceur. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by. the manufactures eg. Microfoil® follow instructions careful. Browning dishes W Awaysfollowthe manufacturersinstructions Do not exceed ng times given. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot. China and ceramics 1% Porcelain, pottery glazed carthenware and bone china are usually suitable, except for those with metal decoration. Glassware eg. Pyrex® | Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if suddeny. Metal X ftisnot recommended to use metal cookware when using micro- wave power as it will are, which can lead to fire. Plastic / polystyrene W/ Care mustbe taken as some containers warp, mel or discolour at eg. fast food containers high temperatures. Ciing film # Should nottouch the food and mustbe pierced to letthe steam escape. Fréezer roasting bags | Mustbe pierced to let steam escape Emsure bags are suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal tes as they may melt or catch fre due to the metal arcing. Paper - plates cups Only use for warming or to absor moisture. Care must be taken as and Kitchen paper overheating may cause fire. Straw and wooden Always attend the oven when using these material 25 overheating containers may cause fie. Recycled paper X Maycontain extracts of metal which will cause ‘arcing' and maylead and newspaper to fire.

Microwave operation MICROWAVE OPERATION Microwave cooking Your oven can be programmed for up to 90 minutes. The input unit of cooking time varies from 10 seconds to five minutes. It depends on the total length of cooking time as shown in the table. 0-5 minutes 10 seconds 5-10 minutes 30 seconds 10-30 minutes 1 minute 30-90 minutes 5 minutes Manual defrosting For manual defrosting (without operating the Auto defrost feature), use 240 W The defrost symbol appears in the window display whenever the power level is selected. Microwave power levels Your oven has 6 power levels: Power Suggested use setting 800 WW Used for fast cooking or reheating eg soup, casseroles canned food, hot beverages vegetables HGH fihete 560W Used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes At this reduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides. 400 W For dense food which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionalh eg. bee dishes, its advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender. 240 W]_… To defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenhy This setting is also DEFROST | ideal for simmering rice, past, dumplings and cooking egg custard. 80W For gent defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastny OW Forstanding/kitchen timer. W = WATT

Microwave operation Example: To heat soup for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 560 W microwave power.

1. Press the power level button twice.

2. Enter the time by rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT knob =

clockwise/anti-clockwise until 2:30 is displayed. ( V6 -Q 7.

3. Press the START/QUICK button.

Important: If the power level is not selected, HIGH/800 W is automatically set. Note: + When the door is opened during the cooking process, the cooking time on the digital display stops automatically. The cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/QUICK button is pressed. + If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the power button once. + You can increase or decrease the cooking time during cooking by rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT knob. + You can change the power level during cooking by pressing the power button. + To cancel a programme during cooking touch the STOP button twice. Kitchen timer Example: To set the kitchen timer for 7 minutes.

1. Press the power level button 7 times. 2

2. Enter the time by rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT knob clockwise/ TS

anti-clockwise until 7:00 is displayed. 7 À ô -Q 7:

Microwave operation Add 30 seconds The START/QUICK button allows you to operate the two following functions:

You can directly start cooking on 800 W/HIGH microwave power level for 30 seconds by pressing the START/QUICK button. START x1 aux

2. Extend the cooking time

You can extend the cooking time for multiples of 30 seconds if the button is pressed while the oven is in operation. START x1 aux Note: + You cannot use this function during AUTO COOK or AUTO DEFROST. Plus & minus The PLUS À and MINUS X7 function enables you to decrease or increase the cooking time when using the automatic programmes. If you prefer boiled potatoes which are cooked but still firm, use MINUS 7. Alternatively, if you prefer boiled potatoes softer, use PLUS A . Example: To cook 0.3 kg of boiled potatoes, well done.

1. Select the menu required by pressing the AUTO COOK button twice. __.

2. Turn the TIMER/WEIGHT knob until 0.3 kg is displayed.

3. Press the power button once to select the PLUS A\ adjustment.

Microwave operation Note: To cancel PLUS / MINUS, press the power level key 3 times. If you select PLUS the display will show A . If you select MINUS, the display will show 7. Multiple sequence cooking A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed using MICROWAVE. Example: To cook: 5 minutes on 800 W power (Stage 1) 16 minutes on 240 W power (Stage 2) Stage 1

1. Press the power button once.

2. Enter the desired time by rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT knob — ©

clockwise until 5:00 is displayed. € Va V7:

1. Press the power button 4 times. 4

2. Enter the desired cooking time by rotating the TIMER/WEIGHT NC)

knob clockwise until 16:00 is displayed. ( }° K _D+

3. Press the START/OUICK button once to begin cooking.

The oven will begin to cook for 5 minutes at 800 W, and then for 16 minutes on 240 W.

Microwave operation Auto cook & auto defrost operation AUTO COOK and AUTO DEFROST automatically work out the correct cooking mode and cooking time. You can choose from 6 AUTO COOK and 2 AUTO DEFROST menus. Auto Cook D Fond L Sim Beverage Boiled Potatoes| Jacket Potatoes Frozen Vegetables Fresh Vegetables Frozen Ready Meals Fish Filet with Sauce COICC Example: To cook 0.3 kg of boiled potatoes.

1. Select the menu required by pressing the AUTO COOK button twice.

2. Turn the TIMER/WEIGHT knob until 0.3 kg is displayed.

urn the dl nob until 0.3 kg is displaye "a -K 7:

3. Press the START/OUICK button. Fe

When action is required (e.g. to turn food over] the oven stops and the audible bell sounds, remaining cooking time and the indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking, press the START/QUICK button. At the end of the Auto cook time, the programme will automatically stop. The audible bell sounds and the cooking symbol will flash. After 1 minute and a reminder beep, the time of day will be displayed.

Microwave operation Auto Defrost Food Symbol Meat/Fish/Poultry Bread Example: To defrost 0.2 kg of bread.

1. Select the menu required by pressing the AUTO DEFROST

2. Turn the TIMER/WEIGHT knob until O2 is displayed.

When action is required (e.g. to turn food over] the oven stops and the audible bell sounds, remaining cooking time and the indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking, press the START/QUICK button. At the end of the Auto defrost time, the programme will automatically stop. The audible bell sounds and the cooking symbol will flash. After 1 minute and a reminder beep, the time of day will be displayed.

Programme charts PROGRAMME CHARTS Auto cook € auto defrost charts Auto cook | Weight(increasing | Button Procedure unit) / Utensils Beverage 1-4 cups Place cup towards edge of turntable. CeaCofe) 1 eup=200 mi L |

Boiled and 01-08 kg (100 g) | Boiled Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into jacket potatoes | Bowl and lid Similar sized pieces. ss Jacket Potatoes: Choose potatoes of similar size and wash them. + Put the boiled or jacket potatoes into a boul. + Add the required amount of water (per 100 g), approx. 2 tbsp and a little salt. e Cover with a lid. + When the audible bell sounds, stir and re-cover. + After cooking, stand for approx 2 min. Frozen 0.1 -06 kg (100 g) = + Add 1 tsp water per 100 g and salt as desired. (For vegetables Bowl and lid mushrooms no additional water is necessary) we & x3 + Cover with id.

• + When the audible bell sounds, tir and re-cover. «After cooking, stand approx 2 min. Important: frozen vegetables are compacted together, cook manual. Fresh vegetables 0.1 -0,6 kg (100 g) + Cutinto small pieces, eg. strips cubes or slces Bowl and lid BE tbsp water per 100 g and salt as desired. For S mushrooms no additional water is necessary) « Cover with a lid. When the audible bell sounds stir and re-cover. + After cooking, stand for approx 2 min. Frozenready 03-1,0kg (100 9) Transfer meal to suitable microwave-proof dis meals (strrable) _ Bowl and lid [_ _] logés liquid if recommended by the manufacturer. % * Cover with id. & + Cook without cover if the manufacturer instructs. «When the audible bell sounds stir and re-cover. After cooking, st and stand for approx 2 min. Fish filet 04 kg - 1,2 kg'{100 9) See recipes for Fish filet with sauce” on page 20. withsauce | Gratin dishand KD> | microwave cling film x6 “Total weight ofingredients. Important: Chilled foods are cooked from 5°C, frozen foods are cooked from -18°C.

Programme charts JAuto defrost | Weight (increasing | Button unit) / Utensils Meat, fish 02-08 kg (100 g) Place the food in a fian dish in the centre ofthe poultry an dish EN pe & y + When the audible bell sounds tum the food over, a rearrange and separate. Shield thin parts and warm Male: fa filets, spots with aluminium foi chicken legs, After defrosting, wrap in aluminium foi for 15-45 chicken breast, min, until thoroughly defrosted. minced meat, Note: Not suitable for whole pouttry. + Minced meat: When the audible bell sounds, turn the food over. Remove the defrosted parts if possible. Bread Q1-10kg(100 9) EH : Distribute in a flan dish in the centre of the turntable. as ve Fandish . For 1,0 kg distribute direct on the turntable. A7 & x2 + When the audible bell sounds, turn over, rearrange and remove defrosted slices. « After defrosting cover in aluminium foil and stand for 5-15 min, until thoroughly defrosted. steak, chops, burgers, sausages) Important: Chilled foods are cooked from 5°C, frozen foods are cooked from -18°C. Note: + Enter the weight of the food only. Do not include the weight of the container. + For food weighing more or less than weights/quantities given in the Auto cook € defrost charts, use manual operation. + The final temperature will vary according to the initial temperature. Check food is piping hot after cooking. + When action is required (e.g. to turn food over) the oven stops and the audible bell sounds, remaining cooking time and the indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking, press the START/QUICK button. + After microwave mode the cooling fan may come on. Note: Auto defrost

1. Steaks and Chops should be frozen in one layer.

2. Minced meat should be frozen in a thin shape.

3. After turning over, shield the defrosted portions with small, flat pieces of

4. The poultry should be processed immediately after defrosting.

Programme charts Recipes for auto cook Fish fillet with piquant sauce

1. Mixingredients for the sauce. 0,4 kg | 0.8 kg [12kg | |

2. Place the fish fillet in a round gratin dish with the 140g 280g 420g canned tomatoes (drained)

thin ends toward the centre and sprinkle with salt. 40g 80g 120g com

3. Spread the sauce on the fish fillet. 4g 8g 12g chilisauce

4. Cover with microwave cling film and cook on 12g 24g 36g onion (finel chopped)

AUTO COOK, “fish fillet with sauce” 1tbsp 1-2 tbsp 2-3 tbsp red wine vinegar

5. After cooking, stand for approx. 2 min. mustard, thyme and

cayenne pepper 200g 400g 600g fish fillet sait Fish fillet with curry sauce

1. Place the fish fllet in a round gratin dish with the Kg [0,8 kg | 1,2kg[ |

thin ends toward the centre and sprinkle with salt. 200g 400g 600g fishfilet

2. Spread the banana and the ready made curry salt

sauce on the fish filet. 40g 80g 100g banana (siced)

3. Cover with microwave cling film and cook on 1609 320g 480g ready-made curry sauce

AUTO COOK, “fish fillet with sauce”

4. After cooking, stand for approx. 2 min.

Cooking charts Abbreviations used tbsp = tablespoon Cup = cupful {sp = teaspoon KG = kilogram Heating food €t drink Food/ CET Drink g/mi evel

ml= mililitre min = minutes cm = centimetre Mik Teup 800W approx 1 do not cover Water cup 159 800W 1-2 donotcover 6cups 900 800W 10-12 donotcover 1 dish 1000 80OW 11-13 donot cover One piate meal 400 800W 3-6 sprinkle some water onto the sauce, cover, st halfway {vegetables meat and through heating trimmings) Soup / stew 200 800W 1-2 cover, stir after heating

Programme charts Method Food/ Quantity | Power Drink ra vel 200 W Vegetables if necessary add some water, cover, stir halfway through 500 800W heating Meat, 1 slice* 200 800W 3-4 thiniyspread sauce over the top, cover Fish filet" 200 B0OW 23 cover Cake, 1 sice 150 400W 1 pleinafandish Baby food, 1 jar 190 400W approx 1 transfer into a suitable microwaveable container, after heating stir well and test the temperature Melting margarine 50 800 W Th cover orbutier* Meking chocolate 100 400W 23 stiroccasionaly

• from chilled Defrosting Food Quantity | Power | Time Method Standing vel in- time

Goulash 500 ZMOW 8-12 sürhalfvay through defrosting 10-15 Cake, 1 lice 150 8OW 25 plcinaflandish 5 Fruit eg. cherries 250 240W 45 spreadoutevenly tum over halfway through 5 strawberries defrosting raspberries, plums The times shown in the table are guidelines which may vary according to freezing temperature, quality and weight of Defrosting & cooking the foodstuffs. Food Quantity | Power pis Method Gus ng Level Fish fillet 10-12 One plate meal = an 9-1 Cover, FE after 6 minutes ; Cooking meat & fish Food Power Method Standing -Level- time -Min- Roasts 800W 19-21* season to taste, place in ashallow flan dish, tum over after (por, veal, 400W 11-14 lamb) 1500 800W 33-36* 10 400 W 13-17 Roastbeef 1000 &OOW 9-1 seasontotaste placeinaflandish tumowerafter‘ 10 (medium) 400 W 57 Fsh filet 200 &OW 34 szxontotase pacinaflandshcoer 3

Recipes RECIPES All the recipes in this book are calculated on the basis of 4 servings unless otherwise stated. Adapting recipes for the microwave oven If you would like to adapt your favourite recipes for the microwave, you should take note of the following: Shorten cooking times by a third to a half. Follow the example of the recipes in this book. Foods which have a high moisture content such as meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, fruit, stews and soups can be prepared in your microwave without any difficulty. Foods which have little moisture, such as platters of food, should have the surface moistened prior to heating or cooking. The amount of liquid to be added to raw foods, which are to be braised, should be reduced to about two thirds of the quantity in the original recipe. If necessary, add more liquid during cooking. The amount of fat to be added can be reduced considerably. À small amount of butter, margarine or oil is sufficient to flavour food. For this reason your microwave is excellent for preparing low-fat foods as part of a diet. Mushroom soup

Place the vegetables and the stock in the bowl, cover En Bowl with lid (2 1 capacity) and cook. 8-9 min. 800 W . Blend all the ingredients in the mixer. . Mix the flour and butter to a paste and blend into the 300 ml soup. Season with salt and pepper, cover and cook Stir 259 four mushrooms slced an onion, finely chopped 300 ml meat stock cream after cooking. 25g butteror margarine 4-6 min. 800 W salt and pepper Mix the egg volk with the cream, gradually stir into the 1 egg soup. Heat for a short time, but do not let it boil! 150g cream 1-2 min. 800 W After cooking, stand for approx. 5 min.

1. Place the olive oil and garlic in the bowil. Add the

prepared vegetables, except the artichoke hearts, and season with pepper. Add the bouquet garni, cover and cook, stirring once. 19-21 min. 800 W For the last 5 min, add the artichoke hearts and cook.

2. Season the ratatouille to taste with salt and pepper.

Remove the bouquet garni before serving. After cooking, stand for approx. 2 min. Sole fillets … Wash the fish and pat them dry, Remove any bones.

2. Cut the lemon and the tomatoes into thin slices.

3. Grease the oven dish with butter. Place the fish fillets in

the dish and drizzle with the vegetable oil.

4. Sprinkle parsley over the dish, place the tomato slices on

top and season. Place the lemon slices on top of the tomatoes and pour the white wine over them.

5. Place small pats of butter on top of the lemon, cover and

cook 16-19 min. 800 W After cooking, stand for approx. 2 min. 5tbsp olveoil love gare, crushed 50g onion,sliced 250g aubergine cubed 250g courgette, cubed 2009 | pepper large cubes 759 … fennel large cubes 1 bouquet garni 200g … tinned'artichoke hearts cutinto quarters salt and pepper microwave cling film (approx. 26 cm long) 400g sole filets 1 lemon, whole 150g tomatoes 10g butter 1tbsp vegetable oi 1tbsp parsley chopped salt and pepper Asp white wine 20g butteror margarine

Recipes Zürich veal stew

1. Cut the veal into strips.

2. Grease the dish with the butter Put the meat and onion

Dish with lid (2 | capacity) 600g veal fille into the dish, cover and cook. Stir once during cooking. 109 butter or margarine 7-10 min. 800 W 50g onion finelychopped

3. Add the white wine, grawy browning and cream, stir, 100 ml white wine

cover and continue cooking. Stir occasionally. seasoned gravy browning, for approx. 4-5 min. 800 W 1blitre grawy

4. Str the mixture after cooking, stand for approx. 5 min. 300mi cream

Garnish with parsley. 1tbsp parsiey, chopped Stuffed ham

1. Mix the spinach with the cheese and fromage frais,

. ls | Bowl with lid (2 | capacity) Oval gratin dish with lid (approx.

2. Place a tablespoon of the filling on top of each slice of 26 cm long)

season to taste. cooked ham, and roll up. Spear the ham with a wooden 1259 leafspinach, chopped skewer to fasten it. 1259 fromage frais, 20% fat content

3. Make a béchamel sauce: to do this pour the water and #9 Emmental cheese, grated

cream into a bowl and heat. Π= = ES 3-4 min. 800 W Tai Es em (200 ) Mix the flour and butter to make a roux, add to the D EE el . + ju 125ml cream liquid, and whisk until dissolved. Cover, cook until thick. 209 four 1 min. 800 W 20g butteror margarine Stir and taste. | | 109 butter or margarine to grease the dish

4. Place the sauce into the greased dish, place the filled

rolls of ham onto the sauce and cook with lid. 3-4 min. 800 W After cooking, stand for approx. 5 min.

1. Chop the tomatoes, mix with the ham and onion, garlic,

minced beef and tomato puree. Season, cover and cook 7-9 min. 800 W

2. Mixthe crème fraiche with the milk, Parmesan cheese,

herbs, oil and spices.

3. Grease the dish and cover the bottom with about 1/3 of

the pasta. Put half of the minced meat mixture on the pasta and pour on some sauce. Repeat and finish with the remaining pasta. Cover the pasta with sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cook with the lid on. 15-17 min. 560 W After cooking, stand for approx. 5-10 min. Fruit jelly with vanilla sauce

1. Put some of the fruit to one side for decoration. Purée

the rest of the fruit with the white wine, put it into a dish, cover and heat. 7-9 min. 800 W

2. Stir in the sugar and the lemon juice.

3. Soak the gelatin in cold water for approx. 10 min, then

take it out and squeeze dry. Stir the gelatin into the hot purée until it has dissolved. Place the jelly in the refrigerator and leave to set.

4. To make the vanilla sauce; put the milk into the other

dish. Slit the vanilla pod and remove the insides, stir this into the milk with the sugar and the comflour. Cover and cook, stir during cooking and again at the end. 3-4 min. 800 W

5. Turn out the jelly onto a plate and decorate with the

remaining fruit. Pour the vanilla sauce over the jelly. 300g 50g 50g

250g 2 tbsp 150 ml 100 ml 50g 1tsp 1tp 125g 1 tbsp 150g 150g 150g 250 ml 100 g 50 ml 300 ml 30g

msils |Dish with lid (2 | capacity) Bowl with lid (1 1 capacity) Bowl with lid (2 | capacity) Shallow square gratin dish with lid (approx. 20 x 20 x 6 cm) tinned tomatoes ham, chopped onion, finely chopped clove of garlie, crushed minced beef tomato puree salt and pepper crème fraiche mike Parmesan cheese, grated mixed chopped herbs olive oil vegetable oil to grease the dish lasagne verde Parmesan cheese, grated redeurrants, washed and stalks removed strawberries washed and hulls removed raspberries wrashed and hull removed vihite wine sugar lemon juice gelatin leaves milk varilla pod sugar comfiour

Care & cleaning CARE & CLEANING DO NOTUSE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS, STEAM CLEANERS, ABRASIVE, HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THAT CONTAIN SODIUM HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN. CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND REMOVE ANY FOOD DEPOSITS. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to a deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. Oven exterior The outside of vour oven can be cleaned easily with mild soap and water. Make sure the soap is wiped off with a moist cloth, and dry the exterior with a soft towel. Control panel Open the door before cleaning to de-activate the control panel. Care should be taken when cleaning the control panel. Using a cloth dampened with water only, gentiy wipe the panel until it becomes clean. Avoid using excessive amounts of water. Do not use any sort of chemical or abrasive cleaner. Oven interior .… For cleaning, wipe any splatters or spills with a soft damp cloth or sponge after each use while the oven is still warm. For heavier spills, use a mild soap and wipe several times with a damp cloth until all residues are removed. Do not remove the waveguide cover.

2. Make sure that mild soap or water does not penetrate the small vents in the walls which

may cause damage to the oven.

3. Do not use spray type cleaners on the oven interior.

Turntable & turntable support Remove the turntable and turntable support from the oven. Wash the turntable and turntable support in mild soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth. Both the turntable and the turntable support are dishwasher safe. Door To remove all trace of dirt, regularly clean both sides of the door, the door seals and sealing surfaces with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass. Important: A steam cleaner should not be used.

Important: If you cook the food over the standard time with only 800 W, the power of the oven will lower automatically to avoid overheating. (The microwave power level will be reduced to 560 W)) After pausing for 90 seconds, 800 W can be reset. Cooking mode Standard time Reduced power level Microwave 800 W 20 minutes Microwave - 560 W

What to do if. €t Specifications WHAT TO DO IF... The microwave appliance is + The fuses in the fuse box are working. not working proper ? There has not been a power outage. the fuses continue to blow, please contact a qualified electrcian. The microwave mode is not» The door is properly closed. working ? The door seals and their surfaces are clean. The START/QUICK-button has been pressed. The turntable is not tuming ? + The tumtable support is correctiy connected to the drive. The ovenwiare does not extend beyond the turntable. Food does not extend beyond the edge of the turntable preventing it from rotating. There is nothing in the well beneath the turntable. The microwave will not * Isolate the appliance from the fuse box: sitch off? Contact your local Service Force Centre. The interior light is not Cal your local Service Force Centre. The interior light bulb can be working ? exchanged only by trained Service Force technicians. The food is taking longer to + Set a longer cooking time (double quantity = neariÿ double time) or, heat through and cook than … * the food is colder than usual rotate or turn from time to time or, before ? Set a higher power setting. SPECIFICATIONS AC Line Voltage 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz, single phase AC Powrer required: Microwave 1.2 KW Output power: Microwave 800 W (IEC 60705) Microwave Frequency 2450 MHz* (Group 2 / Ciass B) Outside Dimensions: MC1753E 494 mm (W) x 371 mm (H) x 316 mm (D) MC1763E 894 mm (W) x 371 mm (H) x 316 mm (D) Cavity Dimensions 285 mm (M) x 202 mm (H) x 298 mm (D) * Oven Capacity 17 litres * Tumtable 9 272 mm, gless Weight approx 16kg Oven lamp 25 W/240 - 250V This Product fuifils the requirement of the European standard ENS5011 In conformity with this standard, this product is classified as group 2 class B equipment. Group 2 means that the equipment intentionally generates radio-frequency energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the heat treatment of food. Class B equipment means that the equipment is suitable to be used in domestic establishments ** Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height Actual capacity for holding food is less. This oven complies with the requirements of Directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/98/EC and 2005/32/EC. SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AS PART OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Installation G) INSTALLATION The microwave can be fitted in position À, B, C or D: Niche siz W D A 560 x 550 x 360 B+C 462x300x350 462 x 300 x 360 560 x 300 x 350 560 x 300 x 360 D 462 x 500 x 350 462 x 500 x 360 560 x 500 x 350 560 x 500 x 360 Measurements in (mm) Installing the appliance

1. Remove all packaging and check carefully for any signs of

2. This oven is designed to fit into a 360mm high cupboard as

standard. When fitting into a 350mm high cupboard:- Unscrew and remove the 4 feet from the bottom of the oven. There are 3 tall feet and 1 short foot. Replace the 3 tall feet with those provided in the accessory pack. Do not replace the short foot.

3. Fit the appliance into the kitchen cupboard slowly, and

without force, until the front frame of the oven seals against the front opening of the cupboard.

4. Ensure the appliance is stable and not leaning. Ensure thata

4mm gap is kept between the cupboard door above and the top of the frame (see diagram). Fixing Option 1: Fix the oven in position with the screws provided. The fixing points are located on the top and bottom corners of the oven. Fixing Option 2: Please see the template sheet supplied with this oven.

Installation EX Safe use of the appliance If fitting the microwave in position B or C (see diagram on page 28): The cupboard must be a minimum of 500mm (E) above the worktop & must not be installed directly above a hob. This appliance has been tested and approved for use near domestic gas, electric and induction hobs only. Sufficient space between hob and microwave should be allowed to prevent overheating of microwave oven, surrounding cupboard and accessories. Do not operate the hob without pans when the microwave oven is operating. Care should be taken when attending to the microwave oven while the hob is on. Connecting the appliance to the power supply + The electrical outlet should be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency. Or it should be possible to isolate the oven from the supply by incorporating a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. + _ The socket should not be positioned behind the cupboard. + The best position is above the cupboard, see (A). + Connect the appliance to a single phase 230 - 240 V/50 Hz alternating current via a correctly installed earth socket. + _lIfthe appliance is to be operated in a non-European country, the supply voltage, current type and frequency of the appliance indicated on the rating plate must correspond with the specification of your power supply. The rating plate can be found on the inside face of the control panel. + _The power supply cord may only be replaced by an electrician. + Before installing, tie a piece of string to the power supply cord to facilitate connection to point (A) when the appliance is being installed. + When inserting the appliance into the high-sided cupboard, DO NOT crush the power supply cord. + Do not immerse the power supply cord or plug in water or any other liquid.

Installation Electrical connections A WARNING!

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. + lfthe plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. + Remove the fuse from the cut off plug. The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home. IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH

BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: + Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter "E" or the earth symbol ( L ) or coloured green and yellow. + Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter "N' or coloured black. + Connect the brown {live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter "L'or coloured red.

Environmental information ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Ecologically responsible disposal of packaging materials and old appliances we Packaging materials AËG microwave ovens require effective packaging to protect them during transportation. Only the minimum packaging necessary is used. Packaging materials {e.g. foil or styrofoam) can place children at risk. A Danger of suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children. All packaging materials used are environment friendly and can be recycled. The 5e cardboard is made from recycled paper and the wooden parts are untreated. Plastic items are marked as follows: «PE» polyethylene eg packaging film «PS» polystyrene eg packaging (CFC-free) «PP» polypropylene eg packaging straps By using and re-using the packaging, raw materials are saved and waste volume is reduced. Packaging should be taken to your nearest recycling centre. Contact your local council for information. rt Disposal of old appliances Old appliances should be made safe before disposal by removing the plug, and cutting off and disposing of the power cable. It should then be taken to the nearest recycling centre. Check with your local Council or Environmental Health Office to see if there are facilities in your area for recycling the appliance. The symbol Hon the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be ) treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Service € spare parts SERVICE €t SPARE PARTS If you wish to purchase spare parts or require an engineer, contact your local AËG Service Force Centre by telephoning:

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the website at: www.serviceforce.co.uk When you contact the Service Force Centre they will need the following information:

1. Your name & address, including post code.

Your telephone number. Clear and concise details of the fault. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate). nm 8 e R The purchase date: Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls. CUSTOMER CARE For general enquiries concerning your AËG appliance or for further information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at: wWww.aeg.co.uk Customer Care Department For Customer Service in Ireland please Major Appliances contact us at the address below: psdingon Way AEG Bedfordshire Electrolux Group (rl) Ltd LUA 900 Long Mile Road Dublin 12 Tel. 08445 611 611 (*) Republic of Ireland () Calls may be recorded for training purposes. Tel: + 353 (0)1 4090754 Email: service.eid@electrolux.ie

Guarantee information GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We, AËG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity or gas supply stated on the rating plate. The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions. The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with 6y any person not authorised by us. All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service Force Centre. Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company/'s property. This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights. Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged. Exclusions This guarantee does not cover: Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic. Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom. Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental agreements. Products of AEG manufacture which are not marketed by AEG. European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications: The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products. This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user. Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area. The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household. The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country. Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances. France Senlis +33 (0) 3 44 62 29 29 Germany Nürnberg +49 (0) 800 234 7378 Italy Pordenone +39 (0) 800 117511 Sweden Stockholm +46 (0) 8 672 5360