MD 344 IX HA - Four à micro-ondes HOTPOINT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MD 344 IX HA HOTPOINT

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1 4

1. SELECTION KNOB For switching the oven on by selecting a function. Turn to the position to switch the oven off.

3. STOP For interrupting an active function at any time. Press twice to stop the function and put the oven on stand-by.

2. BACK For returning to the previous settings menu.

7 6. CONFIRM For confirming a function selection or a set value. 7. ADJUSTMENT KNOB For scrolling through the menus and applying or changing settings.

5. START For starting functions and confirming settings. When the oven is switched off, it activates the “Jet Start” microwave function. 1

ACCESSORIES TURNTABLE Placed on its support, the glass turntable can be used with all cooking methods. The turntable must always be used as a base for other containers or accessories, with the exception of the rectangular baking tray.

TURNTABLE SUPPORT Only use the support for the glass turntable. Do not rest other accessories on the support.

CRISP PLATE Only for use with the designated function. The Crisp plate must always be placed in the centre of the glass turntable and can be pre-heated when empty, using the special function for this purpose only. Place the food directly on the crisp plate.

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HANDLE FOR THE CRISP PLATE Useful for removing the hot crisp plate from the oven.

WIRE RACK This allows you to place food closer to the grill, for perfectly browning your dish. Place the wire rack on the turntable, making sure that it does not come into contact with other surfaces.

COVER (IF SUPPLIED) Useful for covering containers during microwave cooking and heating. The cover reduces splashes, keeps foods moist and can also be used to create two cooking levels. Not suitable for use with any of the grill functions (including “Crisp”).

The number of accessories may vary according to which model is purchased. Other accessories that are not supplied can be purchased separately from the After-sales Service.

There are a number of accessories available on the market. Before you buy, ensure they are suitable for microwave use and resistant to oven temperatures. Metallic containers for food or beverages should never be used during microwave cooking.

Always ensure that foods and accessories do not come into contact with the inside walls of the oven. Always ensure that the turntable is able to turn freely before starting the oven. Take care not to unseat the turntable whilst inserting or removing other accessories.

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WWW MICROWAVES For quickly cooking and reheating food or beverages.

POWER RECOMMENDED FOR

1000 W Quickly reheating beverages or other foods with a high water content

800 W Cooking vegetables

650 W Cooking meat and fish

500 W Cooking meaty sauces, or sauces containing cheese or egg. Finishing off meat pies or pasta bakes

350 W Slow, gently cooking. Perfect for melting butter or chocolate

160 W Defrosting frozen foods or softening butter and cheese

90 W Softening ice cream

Recommended accessory: cover

EN AUTO DEFROST For quickly defrosting various different types of food simply by specifying their weight. Food should be placed directly onto the glass turntable. Turn the food when prompted

CATEGORY RECOMMENDED FOODS WEIGHT MEAT (mince, cutlets, steaks, roasting joints)

POULTRY (whole chicken, pieces, fillets)

FISH (whole, steaks, fillets)

VEGETABLES (mixed vegetables, peas, broccoli, etc.)

BREAD (loaves, scones, rolls)

CRISP For perfectly browning a dish, both on the top and bottom of the food. This function must only be used with the special Crisp plate. Required accessories: Crisp plate, handle for the Crisp plate

GRILL For browning, grilling and gratins. We recommend turning the food during cooking. For best results, preheat the grill for 3-5 minutes. Recommended accessory: wire rack

GRILL + MW For quickly cooking and gratinating dishes, combining the microwave and grill functions. Recommended accessory: wire rack

AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS With the automatic functions, simply select the type and weight or the quantity of the food items to obtain the best results. The oven will automatically calculate the ideal settings. Where indicated, the function can only be used in combination with the Crisp plate provided. Turn or stir the food when prompted.

FRENCH FRIES (spread out in a single layer on the Crisp plate and sprinkle with salt before cooking)

FRESH VEGETABLES (cut uniformly and add 2 to 4 tablespoons of water. Cover)

CHICKEN WINGS, CHICKEN PIECES (lightly oil the Crisp plate.)

FROZEN VEGETABLES (turn when prompted, cover)

FRIED CUTLETS (Crisp plate must be preheated)

USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME . SET THE TIME You will need to set the time when you switch on the appliance for the first time: The two digits for the hour will flash on the display.

Turn the adjustment knob to set the correct hour and to confirm. The two digits for the minutes press will start flashing. Turn the adjustment knob to set the to confirm. correct hour and press Please note: to change the time at a later point, press and hold for at least 3 seconds while the oven is off and repeat the steps above. You may need to set the time again following lengthy power outages.

1. SELECT A FUNCTION When the oven is off, only the time is shown on the display. Turn the selection knob to select one of the available functions.

. AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS / AUTO DEFROST CATEGORIES Once you have chosen one of the automatic functions, you will need to select a category for the food you are cooking.

2. SET A FUNCTION . MANUAL FUNCTIONS After having selected the function you require, you can change its settings. The display will show the settings that can be changed in sequence.

MICROWAVE LEVEL When the icon flashes on the display, turn the adjustment knob to change the selected item, to confirm, and proceed with the following press settings. Please note: once the function has been activated, the power can be changed by pressing two times to access the power settings menu, then turning the adjustment knob to change the setting.

DURATION When the icon flashes on the display, turn the adjustment knob to select the digit that corresponds to confirm. to the desired category, then press WEIGHT To achieve the best results, the automatic functions require you to enter the weight of the food, selecting from amongst the default settings: the oven will calculate the ideal length of time for the function to run for each category of food.

When the default setting appears on the display and icon flashes, turn the adjustment knob to enter the to confirm and start the the weight, then press function.

3. ACTIVATE THE FUNCTION Once you have applied the settings you require, press to activate the function. Every time the button is pressed again, the cooking time will be increased by an additional 30 seconds (only for the manual functions). Please note: You can press at any time to pause the function that is currently active.

When the icon flashes on the display, turn the adjustment knob to set the desired cooking time. Once the displayed cooking time corresponds with to confirm and start the what you desire, press function. Please note: During cooking, you can adjust the cooking time by turning the knob; each time you press , the cooking time increases by 30 seconds.

JET START When the oven is switched off, press to activate cooking with the microwave function set at full power (1000 W) for 30 seconds. . SAFETY LOCK This function is automatically activated to prevent the oven from being switched on accidentally.

Open and close the door, then press function.

4. PAUSE For pausing an active function, for example to stir or turn the food, simply open the door. To start it up again, close the door and press It is also possible to temporarily pause cooking by . To resume the cooking process, close pressing . the door and press AUTOMATIC PAUSE (STIR OR TURN THE FOOD)

Certain functions will pause to allow you to turn or stir the food.

When the oven pauses the cooking and “Turn food” or “Stir Food” appear on the display, open the door to turn or stir the food, then close the door and press to start cooking again. Please note: after 2 minutes, even if the food has not been turned or stirred, the function will start again automatically. 5. END OF COOKING An audible signal will sound and "End" will appear on the display to indicate that a cooking function is complete.

For some functions, it is possible to delay cooking while maintaining previously established settings: turn the adjustment knob to set a new cooking time, . then press . TIMER When the oven is switched off, the display can be used as a timer. The timer does not activate any of the cooking cycles. To activate the function and set the cooking time you require, turn the adjustment knob.

Press to activate the timer. An audible signal will sound and the display will indicate once the timer has finished counting down the selected time. To make a change to the timer once it has been activated, turn the adjustment knob, then press OK to confirm. To interrupt it or return to the current time display, turn the adjustment knob until 0:00 is on the display and press Please note: Once the timer has been activated, you can activate a function as well: The timer will continue to count down the selected time automatically without having any effect on the function. To go back to viewing the timer, wait for the function to finish or stop the oven function by pressing two times. 6

EN COOKING TABLE PRE HEATING POWER (W)

* Turn the food halfway through cooking

** Preheat the Crisp plate for 3-5 minutes

Download the Use and Care Guide from docs.hotpoint.eu to consult the table of tested recipes, which has been compiled for the certification authorities in accordance with the IEC 60350 standard.

Grill + MW Heatproof plate/container suitable for use in microwaves

FUNCTIONS ACCESSORIES

CLEANING Make sure that the oven has cooled down before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. Do not use steam cleaners. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES • Clean the surfaces with a damp cloth. If they are very dirty, add a few drops of pH-neutral detergent. Finish off with a dry cloth. • Clean the door glass with a suitable liquid detergent. • At regular intervals or in case of spills, remove the turntable and its support to clean the bottom of the oven, removing all food residue. • The grill does not need to be cleaned as the intense heat burns away any dirt: Use this function on a regular basis.

TROUBLESHOOTING Do not use wire wool, abrasive scourers or abrasive/corrosive cleaning agents, as these could damage the surfaces of the appliance.

ACCESSORIES All accessories are dishwasher safe with the exception of the crisp plate. The crisp plate should be cleaned using water and a mild detergent. For stubborn dirt, rub gently with a cloth. Always leave the crisp plate to cool down before cleaning.

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The oven is not working.

Check for the presence of mains electrical power and whether the oven is connected to the electricity supply. Turn off the oven and restart it to see if the fault persists.

Disconnection from the mains.

The oven makes noises, even when it is switched off.

two times or open the door and Press wait until the food has cooled down.

The display shows the letter “F” followed by a letter or number.

Contact you nearest After-sales Service Centre and state the letter or number that follows the letter “F”.

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