MW 7844 - FOUR A MICRO-ONDES - Four à micro-ondes SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MW 7844 - FOUR A MICRO-ONDES SEVERIN

449 mm (L) x 392 mm (T) x 260 mm (H) ∅ 245 mm 170 mm

Programming examples

Re-heating a 1-course meal (approx. 300g) Turn rotary control clockwise (display 5) + press

Microwave operation at maximum power for 60 seconds

Microwave operation for 5 minutes at 80% (640 W)

2x + turn rotary control (display 5:00) +

8 minutes' grilling time

+ turn rotary control (display 8:00) +

Turn rotary control counter-clockwise (display 400g) + Combination microwave/grill for 20 minutes 1 or 2 + turn rotary control (display 20:00) +

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.

Door handle Inspection window Protective cover Interior light Display

Rotary control Glass turntable Roller ring Grill element Grill rack

Positioning the unit

● 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 operate the appliance outdoors. ● Sufficient ventilation must be ensured at all times. 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. At the back of the unit there are two spacers, which must be folded out and locked before use. The unit must not be installed inside a cupboard; when positioning the unit, also ensure that it is not placed directly underneath a cupboard or any other similar object. Connection to the mains supply The appliance should only be connected to an earthed socket installed in accordance with the regulations. Make sure that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage marked on the rating label. This product complies with all binding CE labelling directives.

Before using for the first time

● Remove any exterior and interior packaging materials. All these materials are suitable ● ●

Caution: Keep any packaging materials well away from children, as they are a potential source of danger e.g. from suffocation. After unpacking and every time before connecting the unit to the power supply, check the unit and its power cord carefully for any signs of damage. Also ensure that the door, including the viewing window and door locks, are not damaged or bent and that it closes firmly against the support. This is important to ensure that no microwave energy is allowed to escape during operation. For the same reason, the entire casing as well as the inside of the oven must be carefully checked. Should the unit show any signs of damage, it must not be used under any circumstances until it has been repaired by a qualified technician. Do not remove the protective film covering the inside of the door, nor the turntable drive unit or the grey-brown protective cover (4) next to the light on the right of the interior. Fold out the two rectangular white spacers at the back of the unit and lock them into place. Insert the roller ring and the glass turntable into the unit. Before the microwave appliance is used for the first time, let it heat up on the grill setting (without the microwave function activated) for approximately 10 minutes. This will remove the smell typically encountered when first switching on a grill. A little smoke may be emitted; this is quite normal, but ensure there is sufficient ventilation. 16

Note: Do not switch the unit on unless the food to be heated or cooked has been placed inside the oven. Operating the appliance empty could result in damage to the unit.

● When heating liquids in your microwave oven, the liquid may heat up beyond boiling-

point without visible evidence of bubbling. It is therefore important to exercise extreme caution when handling any containers, e.g. when removing them from the oven.

The risk of such over-boiling may be reduced by placing a heat-resistant glass rod in the container during the heating process. Eggs in their shells or whole hard-boiled eggs must not be heated up in a microwave oven, since they may explode even after the microwave heating process has finished. Caution: It is also highly dangerous to heat up liquids or any kind of solid food items in closed containers in the unit, since there is a real danger of explosion. The contents of baby bottles or glass containers with baby food must be thoroughly stirred or shaken to ensure that the temperature is evenly distributed. To avoid painful and dangerous scalding, always check the temperature before feeding a child. When heating or cooking food contained or wrapped in combustible materials such as plastic or paper, there is a danger of those materials igniting. It is also possible that food will dry out or even ignite if the selected cooking time is excessive. Fat or oil are also inflammable substances. It is therefore important to supervise the appliance during operation. Highly volatile or inflammable liquids such as concentrated alcohol must of course not be heated up. Should any smoke be noticed during operation, keep the door closed to inhibit or smother any flames. Switch the unit off immediately and remove the plug from the wall socket. To prevent danger of burns, a suitable oven-cloth must always be used when removing food items from the oven, since the utensils and cooking containers heat up not only during use of the grill, but also during microwave operation. Special food thermometers (as used in conventional baking ovens) are not suitable for use with microwave ovens.

Important safety instructions

● Caution: certain types of food may tend to catch fire. Do not, under any circumstances,

leave the appliance unattended when using the microwave, grill or combination functions.

This microwave oven is intended for the defrosting, heating and cooking of food only. No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with. This appliance is not intended for use by any person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the 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. Caution: The use of the microwave oven by children without supervision must not be permitted, unless specific and clear instructions have been given prior to use, allowing 17

the child not only to operate the microwave oven in a safe manner, but also to understand the dangers resulting from improper use or non-compliance with the instructions.

Warning because of the high temperatures that occur during operation in the combination functions, children must not use the appliance unless they are properly supervised by an adult. Always switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the wall socket: - before cleaning, - in case of any malfunction. Caution: The exterior surfaces of the appliance may become hot during operation. There is also a danger of steam being emitted through the ventilation slots, with a consequent risk of scalding. Do not allow the appliance or its power cord to touch hot surfaces or come into contact with any heat sources. Do not let the power cord hang free, and keep it away from any hot parts. If the unit is not kept properly clean, deterioration in the quality of its surfaces may be caused, with possible subsequent shortening of its life-cycle, as well as potential risk to the user's safety. This microwave oven is intended for domestic use only and not for commercial applications. (Class B in compliance with EN 55011:1998+A1+A2) Caution: Any maintenance or repair work requiring the removal of any microwave radiation protection cover represents a serious hazard to unqualified persons. This includes the replacement of the special power cord or an interior light bulb. The unit must not be opened, except by qualified personnel. If repairs are needed, please send the appliance to one of our customer service departments. The address can be found in the appendix to this manual.

The microwave function (Group II in compliance with EN 55011:1998+A1+A2)

Electromagnetic energy is generated inside the unit, causing the molecules in the food (mainly water molecules) to oscillate and subsequently causing the food to become hot. Food with high water content will therefore heat up faster than relatively dry food. The heat is generated gradually inside the food. Any utensils, container or plates used are heated up only indirectly as a result of the food temperature.

Always use suitable kitchen utensils

● Do not place the food directly onto the glass turntable; always use a suitable plate or

cooking container. Make sure that the container does not protrude over the rim of the glass turntable.

● Metal objects are to be avoided since microwaves are reflected from metal surfaces and might not reach the food to be cooked. Any metal in the oven might also cause sparks, resulting in possible damage to the unit. ● As a general rule, cutlery or metal containers must not be used in the microwave oven. Some food wrappings contain aluminium foil or wires underneath a layer of paper and are therefore also unsuitable for use with microwave appliances. ● Should the use of aluminium foil be recommended in a recipe, ensure that the food is tightly wrapped in the aluminium foil (avoiding any air blisters). Ensure a minimum distance of 2.5 cm between the aluminium foil and the interior walls of the oven. 18

● Always make sure that the cooking container or plate used does not have any metal

decoration, such as a gold rim, or colour containing metal particles. Lead crystal objects are also not suitable. Always make sure that the cooking containers used are not hollow in any part (e.g. in the handles). Porous materials may have absorbed water during cleaning and are again not suitable. Cooking containers or utensils made of 'Melamine' plastic material absorb energy and are also unsuitable.

- Using the microwave function - Containers made from heat-resistant glass or porcelain, however, are well suited for use in microwave appliances. - Plastic is suitable only if it is heat-resistant up to 180° C. Cooking bags etc. should be punctured to release any high pressure during cooking. Cooking containers especially designed for use with microwave ovens are available at most kitchenware dealers. - Cooking containers or plates can be tested for their suitability in a microwave appliance by placing the item (without any food) on the glass turntable, switching the unit on, adjusting the microwave power setting to 'High', and letting the appliance operate for approximately 20 seconds. Listen and watch carefully for crackling sounds and sparks. Should any be observed, switch the unit off immediately. It is also important to check the temperature of the container: a suitable container will only be lukewarm. - Using the grill function - When using the grill function, any heat-resistant containers or plates suitable for conventional ovens may be used. Do not use any plastic items with the grill. - The food to be cooked is put directly on the grill rack, which is then placed on the glass turntable. - Using the microwave/grill combination - When using the microwave/grill combination, the two functions are activated alternately. The containers or plates must therefore be suitable for use in a microwave appliance as well as being heat-resistant. Because of the relatively high temperatures, plastic items must not be used. The grill rack of this unit is suitable for use with the microwave oven. Make sure that container or plate used does not contain any metal parts.

General information on programming the unit To ensure optimum results, this microwave oven uses state-of-the-art electronics. - When any control button is pressed, the correct input is acknowledged by one beep signal. - If a programme is ready to be activated, the symbol flashes in the display. - While a programme sequence is running, the current setting can be called up by pressing the appropriate key. E.g., if during the microwave programme the key is pressed, the display will show the selected power setting. - A programme can be interrupted or restarted by pressing the key. 19

General operating sequence

- Place the food to be heated in a suitable container. Place the container onto the turntable in the oven. - When food is placed in the microwave, it should be covered to prevent it from drying out. Glass or plastic covers especially designed for use with microwave appliances are available at most kitchenware dealers. - When using the microwave/grill combination, do not cover the food to be cooked. Place the grill rack directly on the glass turntable and place the food on the grill rack. - Close the door and set the desired programme. - As the programme is started, the turntable starts to rotate. During operation, the interior light remains on. - If a programme is not started within 30 seconds, the unit will automatically go back to Stand-by mode. - If, during operation, the door is opened or the key is pressed (e.g. to stir or to turn the food in order to ensure that the temperature is evenly distributed), the timer and programme functions are automatically suspended. The programme will automatically resume only after the door is closed again and the key is pressed. - Press twice to interrupt the programme. - 4 beeps indicate that the pre-programmed time has elapsed; at the same time, the interior lighting switches off. The display shows END. The signals are repeated at 2-minute intervals until the door is opened or is pressed. - Open the door and remove the container with the food. - In order to achieve an even heat distribution through the food, the container should be set aside for several minutes. - The cooking times generally depend on several factors. - The microwaves penetrate the surface of the food. For larger pieces of food, a longer cooking time is therefore needed than for the same amount of food if cut into pieces. The food should also be evenly distributed on the plate. - 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. - As a basic rule: half the amount - half the time recommended (for the full amount). double the amount - almost double the time recommended. Setting the clock: Once the unit has been connected to the power supply, the display shows 1:01 and an acoustic signal is heard. The time setting process can be cancelled by pressing the key. The clock must be set when the appliance is connected for the first time, and also if a power failure has reset the clock. 1. Press once or twice to select the 24- or 12-hour display. The hour must be in the range 0-23 (for 24H) or 1-12 (for 12H). 2. Turn the rotary control to set the correct hour. 3. Press . 4. Turn the rotary control to set the correct minutes. The range must be 0-59. 5. Press to finish setting the time. The microwave function To programme the unit for cooking, the correct mode (microwave), the required power 20

setting and the cooking time must be selected, before the programme sequence can be started. The power setting is selected by repeatedly pressing

. The cooking time can be pre-set to a maximum of 60 minutes. Power settings Power (P)

Heating up liquids, cooking

Defrosting and heating up deep-frozen dishes

Cooking delicate food

Defrosting delicate food

Example: to programme the microwave function for a cooking time of 5 minutes at 60% power.

1. Press 3 times. The display shows 60 %, as well as and . 2. Turn the rotary control, until the display shows 5:00. 3. Press . Note: The following steps are used for setting the cooking time: 0 – 5 minutes : 10-second steps 5 – 10 minutes : 30-second steps 10 – 30 minutes : 1-minute steps 30 – 60 minutes : 5-minute steps The grill function The grilling process uses radiation heat to process the food. This programme is suitable for cooking 'au gratin' or for grilling thin pieces of meat. Select the desired grilling time, which can be pre-set to a maximum of 60 minutes. The power setting of the grill function cannot be changed. As the meat needs to be turned after one side is sufficiently browned, and taken out once it is done on both sides, the process should be closely monitored. Example: programming the grill function for 30 minutes. 1. Press . The display shows . 2. Use the rotary control to select the desired cooking time. 3. Press to start the grill programme Combination functions When using the combination functions, the microwave and grill functions are activated alternately at different time settings. Using the various combinations helps to reduce the overall cooking time. These programmes are useful for fish, potatoes, soufflés or cooking ‘au gratin’. Function

Fish and 'gratin' dishes

Potatoes, casseroles and poultry

2. Use the rotary control to select the desired cooking time.

3. Press to start the selected combination function. Quick-programming The most commonly used microwave time-settings can be called up simply by pressing . With this function, the microwave power setting is always 100%. Each press on the key adds 30 seconds to the cooking time, but if the cooking time exceeds 2:30, 1 minute is added with each press on the key. The time can be pre-set to a maximum of 12 minutes. Note: the cooking process starts as soon as the key is pressed for the first time. Example: to programme the microwave function for a cooking time of 2 minutes at 100% power 1. Press 4 times. The display shows 2:00, and . Defrost programme This defrosting programme is useful for defrosting food, according to its weight. For delicate food we recommend defrosting on the level ‘Low’ (see table Power settings), to ensure that the food is defrosted with an even, low temperature setting. Helpful notes: - The defrosting process should be interrupted at regular intervals and those food portions already defrosted should be taken out; this is to ensure that food already defrosted will not take away heat from food that still requires defrosting. - Food stored in plastic containers or wrapped in plastic should be left standing for a while after it has been taken from the freezer. Wait until the food can be easily detached from the plastic, before it is put into the oven inside a container suitable for use with microwave ovens. 1. Turn the rotary control anti-clockwise to set the weight of the food to be defrosted (between 100g and 1800g). The display shows Auto, and the selected weight in grammes. 2. Press to start the defrosting programme. A beep signal is heard and the defrosting time is displayed. Note: Halfway through the programmed defrosting time, a double-beep is heard and the programme automatically stops; this allows you to stir the food to be defrosted, or to take out those items that are already defrosted. Open the door, stir or remove the food, then close the door again and press to continue the programme. Automatic cooking programmes These programmes are helpful when cooking or heating up food without having to select any particular settings, e.g. for power or cooking time. 1. Turn the rotary control clockwise to select the desired menu. The display shows the symbol ‘Auto’ and the number-code of the selected programme (1 to 9). 2. Press to set the desired weight or programme. 3. Press to start the programme.

Childproof safety device:

This safety device prevents children from operating the appliance without supervision. To activate the safety device, press for 3 seconds. The symbol appears on the display. To switch off the safety device, press again for 3 seconds. The symbol now disappears. Note: Should you experience a problem switching the appliance on, first verify that the safety device is not activated. 23

● Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is switched off and has cooled down completely. ● Do not clean the unit with water. Make sure that no water - however small an amount - is

allowed to enter the ventilation slots on the inside or outside of the unit. Do not use any steam-cleaning appliances.

The interior surfaces must be cleaned thoroughly after each cycle of use. The inside of the door, the door seal as well as the surround must be kept clean at all times. The entire unit may be wiped with a slightly damp lint-free cloth and a mild household detergent. Wipe thoroughly dry afterwards. Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions. Commercially available sprays specifically developed for cleaning conventional baking ovens must not be used. The roller ring as well as the guiding track area underneath the glass turntable must be kept clean at all times. The grill rack may be cleaned with warm soapy water.

Technical specifications

Outside dimensions: Inside dimensions - glass turntable: - clearance above the glass turntable:

Total power consumption: - grill: - microwave: - microwave/grill combination:

449 mm (L) x 392 mm (T) x 260 mm (H)

Old or damaged units should be rendered unusable by removing the power cord. Should you be unsure about the recycling facilities available for such appliances in your area, please inquire at the relevant local authority department. Guarantee This product is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Under this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes to repair or replace any parts found to be defective, providing the product is returned to one of our authorised service centres. This guarantee is only valid if the appliance has been used in accordance with the instructions, and provided that it has not been modified, repaired or interfered with by any unauthorised person, or damaged through misuse. This guarantee naturally does not cover wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass and ceramic items, bulbs etc. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights, nor any legal rights you may have as a consumer under applicable national legislation governing the purchase of goods. If the product fails to operate and needs to be returned, pack it carefully, 24

enclosing your name and address and the reason for return. If within the guarantee period, please also provide the guarantee card and proof of purchase.

449 mm (L) x 392 mm (P) x 260 mm (H)

449 mm (A) x 392 mm (P) x 260 mm (A)

449 mm (W) x 392 mm (P) x 260 mm (H)

449 mm (B) x 392 mm (D) x 260 mm (H)

449 mm (L) x 392 mm (S) x 260 mm (K)