Bartscher 610181 User manual

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Bedienungs
anleitung
Mikrowellengerät
Seite 3 bis 22
Instruction manual
Microwave oven
from page 23 to 42
Mode
d’emploi
Four à micro-ondes
de page 43 à page 62
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Magnetron
blz. 63 t/m 82
Instrukcja
obsługi
Kuchenka mikrofalowa
strony od 83 do 102
610.181
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0112
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GB/UK
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1. General Information 24
1.1 Information about the instruction manual 24
1.2 Key to symbols 24
1.3 Liability and Warrantees 25
1.4 Copyright protection 25
1.5 Declaration of conformity 25
2. Safety 26
2.1 General information 26
2.2 Safety instructions for use of the device 26-27
2.3 Intended use 27
3. Delivery, packaging and storage 28
3.1 Delivery check 28
3.2 Packaging 28
3.3 Storage 28
4. Technical data 29
4.1 Technical specification 29
4.2 Overview of parts 29-30
5. Installation and operation 31
5.1 Safety instructions 31-33
5.2 Installation and connection 33
5.3 Guidelines for cooking with the microwave oven 34
5.4 Suitable dishes for use in the microwave oven 34-35
5.5 Operating 35-39
6. Cleaning and maintenance 40
6.1 Safety advice 40
6.2 Cleaning 40
6.3 Safety instructions for maintenance 41
7. Possible Malfunctions 41
8. Waste disposal 42
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Keep this instruction manual
ready to hand at the product!

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1. General information
1.1 Information about the instruction manual
This instruction manual contains information about the installation, operation and
maintenance of the device and should be consulted as an important source of
information and reference guide.
Awareness of the safety instructions and instructions for use in this manual will ensure
the safe and correct use of the device.
In addition to the information given here, you should comply with any local Health and
safety Controls and generally applicable safety regulations.
The instruction manual forms part of the product and should be kept near the device and
easily accessible for anyone carrying out the installation, servicing, maintenance or
cleaning.
1.2 Key to symbols
In this manual, symbols are used to highlight important safety instructions and any
advice relating to the device. The instructions should be followed very carefully to avoid
any risk of accident, personal injury or material damage.
WARNING!
This symbol highlights hazards, which could lead to injury.
Please follow the instructions very carefully and proceed with particular attention
in these cases.
WARNING! Electrical hazard!
This symbol draws attention to potential electrical hazards. If you do not follow
the safety instructions, you may risk injury or death.
CAUTION!
This symbol highlights instructions, which should be followed to avoid any risk of
damage, malfunctioning and/or breakdown of the device.
NOTE!
This symbol highlights tips and information, which have to be followed for
an efficient and trouble-free operation of the device.

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1.3 Liability and Warrantees
All the information and instructions in this manual take into account standard safety
regulations, current levels of technical engineering as well as the expertise and
experience we have developed over the years.
The instruction manual was translated with all due care and attention. However, we do
not accept liability for any translation errors. The German version of this instruction
manual is definitive.
If the delivery consists of a special model, the actual scope of delivery may differ from
the descriptions and illustrations in this manual. This is also the case for special orders
or when the device has been modified in line with new technology. If you have any
questions, you should contact the manufacturer.
NOTE!
Read the instruction manual carefully before using the device. The manufacturer
does not accept liability for any damage or malfunction resulting from not
following the instructions for use.
The instruction manual should be kept near the device, easily accessible for anyone
wishing to work with or using it. We reserve the right to make technical changes for
purposes of developing and improving the useful properties.
1.4 Copyright protection
The instruction manual including any texts, drawings, images or other illustrations is
copyright. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted or used in any form
or by any means without permission in writing from the manufacturer. Any person who
commits any unauthorized act in relation to this publication shall be liable to claims for
damages. All rights reserved.
NOTE!
The contents, texts, drawings, pictures and any other illustrations are copyright
and subject to other protection rights. Any person unlawfully using this
publication is liable to criminal prosecution.
1.5 Declaration of conformity
The device complies with the current standards and directives of the EU.
We certify this in the EC declaration of conformity.
If required we will be glad to send you the according declaration of conformity.

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2. Safety
This section provides an overview of all important safety aspects.
In addition every chapter provides precise safety advice for the prevention of dangers
which are highlighted by the use of the above mentioned symbols.
Furthermore, attention should be paid to all pictograms, markers and labels on the
device, which must be kept in a permanent state of legibility.
By following all the important safety advice you gain an optimal protection against all
hazards as well as the assurance of a safe and trouble-free operation.
2.1 General Information
This device is designed in accordance with the presently applicable technological
standards. However, the device can pose a danger if handled improperly and
inappropriately.
Knowing the contents of the instruction manual as well as avoiding mistakes and thus
operating this device safely and in a fault-free manner is very essential to protect
yourselves from the hazards.
To prevent hazards and to ensure optimum efficiency, no modifications or alterations to
the device that are not explicitly approved by the manufacturer may be undertaken.
This device may only be operated in technically proper and safe condition.
2.2 Safety instructions for use of the device
The specifications regarding the industrial safety are based on the Regulations of the
European Union applicable at the time of manufacturing the device.
If the device is used commercially, the user is obliged to ensure that the said industrial
safety measures concur with the state of the rules and regulations applicable at the time
in question for the entire period of use of the device and to comply with the new
specifications.
Outside the European Union, the industrial safety laws applicable at the place of
installation of the device and the regional territorial provisions must be complied with.
Besides the industrial safety instructions in the instruction manual, the general safety and
accident prevention regulations as well as environment protection regulations applicable
for area of application of the device must be followed and complied with.

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CAUTION!
oThe device is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with physical or
mental disabilities, insufficient experience, and/or insufficient knowledge unless such
persons are under the care of a person responsible for their safety or have received
instructions regarding appropriate use of the device.
oChildren should be observed to ensure that they are not playing with the device.
oPreserve this manual safely. When passing on/selling the device to a third party, the
manuals must be handed over along with the device.
oEvery person using the device must act in accordance to the manuals and under
consideration of the safety advice.
oThe device is to be used indoors only.
2.3 Intended use
Safe operation is only guaranteed when using the device for its intended purpose.
Any technical interventions, as well as assembly and maintenance are to be made by a
qualified customer service only.
The microwave oven is intended only for preparation, heating and defrosting of
food products using appropriate dishes.
The microwave oven cannot be used for:
-industrial and laboratory purposes;
-storage of kitchen utensils and dishes;
-drying paper, textiles and other flammable materials;
-heating of fluids and/or flammable materials, substances damaging to health,
and substances easily vaporizing and/or other similar materials.
CAUTION!
Any use going beyond the intended purpose and/or any different use of the device
is forbidden and is not considered as conventional.
Any claims against the manufacturer or his authorized representative as a
consequence of experiencing damages resulting from unconventional use are
impossible.
The operator is liable for all damages resulting from inappropriate use.

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3. Transport, packaging and storage
3.1 Delivery check
Please check the delivery upon completeness and transport damage immediately after
receipt. In case of visible damage do not accept or accept the delivery with reservation
only.
Note the extent of damage on the carrier’s bill of delivery. Trigger off the complaint.
Hidden damages should be reclaimed immediately after notice, as claims for damages
can only be asserted within the effective period for complaints.
3.2 Packaging
Please do not throw away the covering carton of your device as it might be useful for
storage purposes, when moving or, in case of damages, when the device must be sent
back to a repair center. The outer and inner packing material should be removed
completely from the device before installation.
NOTE!
If you liked to dispose the packing, consider the regulations applicable in your
country. Supply re-usable packing materials to the recycling.
Please inspect the device upon completeness. In case any part is missing please
contact our customer service center immediately.
3.3 Storage
Keep the package closed until installation and under consideration of the outside
indicated positioning- and storage markings.
Packages should be stored under consideration of the following:
-Do not store outdoors.
-Keep it dry and dust-free.
-Do not expose it to aggressive media.
-Do not expose it to direct sunlight.
-Avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
-In case of longer storage (> 3 months) make sure you
check the state of the packaging and the parts regularly.
If required refresh or renew.

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4. Technical data
4.1 Technical specification
Name Microwave oven
Article no.:
610.181
Housing and cooking chamber: Stainless steel
Voltage: 230V ~ 50 Hz 1500 W
Microwave output: 1000 W
Cooking stage: 3
Program memory: 10, dual configuration
Dimensions outside: W 520 x D 440 x H 310 mm
Dimensions inside: W 330 x D 330 x H 208 mm
Capacity of cooking chamber: 25 litres
Weight: 17.6 kg
We reserve the right to make technical changes!
4.2 Overview of parts

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Control panel
1. Safety Lock System
2. Glasdoor
3. Control panel
4. Digital display
5. Cooking stages
6. X2 button
7. Program button
8. Stop/reset button
9. Start button
10. Number/memory buttons
The digital display
X2 Cooking in X2 mode
P Setting a cooking program
1,2,3 Cooking stage
The selected
cooking stages are
displayed
④
⑥
⑤
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩

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5. Installation and operation
5.1 Safety instructions
WARNING! Electrical hazard!
The device must only be connected to a properly installed single socket with
protective contact.
Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet.
Cable must not touch any hot parts.
•See that the cable does not touch any heat sources or sharp edges. Do not let the
cable dangle over the counter edge.
•Do not use the device in case it does not function properly, has been damaged or
dropped.
•Do not use any accessory or spare parts that have not been recommended by the
manufacturer. These can be dangerous for the user or lead to damages of the device
or personal injury, and further, the warranty expires.
•Do not lay the cable over carpets or heat insulations. Do not cover the cable. Keep
away the cable from operating range and do not dunk it into water.
•Do not move or tilt the device when in operation.
WARNING! Hazard via electrical current!
The device can cause injuries due to improper installation!
Before installation the local power grid specification should be compared with
that of the device (see type label).
Connect the device only in case of compliance!
Take note of the security advice!
•It is extremely important to not damage the door and that it can be closed properly.
Example of damage to the door which may be unsafe include the following:
1. warping and indentations,
2. cracked and/or properly secured hinges and screws,
3. damaged door seals,
4. cracked glass pane,
5. damaged locking elements.
•The space between the door and the device must be free of foreign objects.
•Door seals must be tight and clean, as dirt and damage may allow electromagnetic
waves to escape from the microwave oven. Take care to prevent buildup of any
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•Do not turn the microwave oven on when the door is open, as an excess of damaging
electromagnetic waves may be emitted by the device.
Never change the safety locks!
WARNING! Danger of burns!
When in use, certain elements of the device are very hot.
To avoid burns, do not touch the device!
•Never heat any flammable objects in the device.
•Do not prepare any food products which contain alcohol.
•Do not fry any food products in the device. Hot oil can lead to skin burns and/or
damage to the device.
•Do not place any objects inside the device (cookbooks, sponges, etc.). Sudden
activation of the device can cause damage to such objects, and even burn them.
•When heating or cooking food products in containers from flammable materials such
as plastic or paper, remain near the device as there is a risk of the device overheating.
WARNING! Danger of burns!
If objects in the device catch fire, leave the door closed, turn the device off and
remove the plug from its socket OR flip the main circuit breaker switch.
•Do not prepare food products and beverages in closed or sealed containers.
Such containers may crack inside the device or injure the user when being opened!
•Food products prepared in the device are heated unevenly. Also, containers are
usually hotter than the food products inside. Carefully check the temperature of food
products, especially those prepared for children. Risk of burns!
•Do not use the device for preparation of fresh or hard-boiled eggs, either in shell or
peeled, as eggs may explode.
•Food products with thick skins, such as potatoes, pumpkins, apples or chestnuts,
should be pierced prior to heating.
•Do not place solutions inside containing water, oil or grease, as such a mixture may
explode.
•Never use the device without the rotating tray nor without food products inside.
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•Do not use metallic pots, pans or covers. Metal may lead to sparks in the cooking
chamber. Use only dishes resistant to high temperatures, designed for use in
microwave ovens (see sec. 5.4). Risk of fire!
•During the heating of liquids in the microwave oven it is possible that the liquid may
reach boiling temperature without externally visible bubbling. For this reason, special
care must be taken when handling the container. Even a light bump, e.g. when
removing the liquid from the device, may lead to spillage. Risk of burns!
•For that reason avoid using tall, narrow containers with a thin neck.
•Place a spoon (only in exceptional cases use a metallic one) or glass stirrer in the
beverage, then place the dish in the center of the rotating tray. Stir the liquid prior to
heating and after half the heating time has elapsed. After heating: wait for a moment,
carefully stir the liquid, then remove from the cooking chamber.
•As food prepared in the microwave is heated unevenly, the contents of children’s
bottles must be mixed thoroughly - optimally by shaking – then, before giving
the bottle to the child, check the temperature of the food. Risk of burns!
Prior to heating food remove the bottle cap and nipple!
5.2 Installation and connection
•Unpack the device and remove all packing material.
•Place the device on a flat, stable surface which can support the weight of a
microwave oven, as well as heavy dishes and food products.
•Do not place the device near flammable materials avoid high temperatures, moisture
and high humidity.
•Never place the device on a flammable surface (e.g. tablecloth, rug, etc.).
•To ensure proper functioning, the device must have sufficient ventilation. For this
reason, it is necessary to maintain the following safe distances:
-above the device: 20 cm
-at rear of device: 10 cm
-at sides of device: 5 cm.
•Never block the ventilation ducts!
•The device must remain a minimum distance of 2 m from radios, televisions, and
other such electronics in order to avoid interference with the signal reception.
•The wall socket circuitry must be secured to a minimum of 16A. Connect the device
directly to a wall-mounted socket; do not use extension cords or power strips.
•Position the device so that the plug is readily accessible and if necessary can be
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5.3 Guidelines for cooking with the microwave oven
Instead of traditional heat sources, a microwave oven applies an electron lamp which
emits electromagnetic waves. These waves, like radio waves, are invisible but their effects
can be observed. Such waves can pass through materials such as glass, porcelain,
artificial materials and paper. As these materials do not contain water, grease or oil, they
are not heated by the microwaves. Simply put, the microwaves directly reach the food
product, causing molecules of water, grease and oil to vibrate; friction results in the
creation of heat which is used for defrosting, heating or cooking. During cooking with
microwaves, heat remains inside the product being prepared, in opposition to the
processes of boiling or grilling in which heat enters the food from the outside. If the device
is not damaged, energy created by the microwaves remains inside the device and does
not pose a threat to the user.
•Carefully place food products to be cooked inside the microwave oven, with larger
pieces at the outer edges.
•Remember the cooking time. It is best to at first set the shortest possible time and
then lenghten cooking time as necessary. Excessive cooking time may cause the
food product to smoke or catch fire.
•Cover food products during cooking. This will ensure even cooking and prevent
splattering.
•Turn food products over while cooking. This will speed up the process of cooking
such products as chicken or hamburgers. Large products, such as a roast, should
be turned over at least once.
•Such dishes as dumplings should, after half of the cooking time has elapsed, be turned
over, moved from the top to bottom, moved from the outside to the inside, etc.
5.4 Suitable dishes for use in the microwave oven
1. Check that a dish is suitable to be used in a microwave oven.
Test: place the empty dish together with a glass of water (never activate the
device when empty or with only an empty container inside), then heat at the
highest power level for 60 seconds. An appropriate dish will be lukewarm. If the
dish is hot, it is not appropriate for use in the microwave oven.
2. Proper materials for dishes for the microwave oven allow microwaves to pass
through. Energy goes through the container and heats the food product.
3. Do not use metallic containers or containers containing metallic parts (e.g. gold strips
around the edge of a plate). Microwaves do not pass through metal.
4. Do not use products from recycled materials, as they may contain small pieces of
metal. If such containers are used, sparks and even fire may result.
5. Dishes of oval and round shapes should be used, as food products cook more
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6. Wide, flat containers are best suited to use in the microwave oven as compared to
narrow and tall ones. Food products cook evenly in flat dishes.
7. To avoid food from baking onto the edge of dishes, you may cover the edges with
thin strips of aluminum foil. Do not use too much aluminum foil, and leave a minimum
distance of 2.5 to 3.0 cm between the foil and walls of the microwave oven’s cooking
chamber.
8. The table below will help you in selecting the proper dishes:
Dishes for cooking Usable in microwave ovens
Tempered baking glass yes
Glass not resistant to high temperature no
Tempered porcelain yes
Plastic dishes suitable for use in
microwave ovens yes
Kitchen paper yes
Metal tray / bowl no
Microwave-proof aluminum foil yes
Microwave-proof foil containers yes
5.5 Operating
SETTING THE COOKING TIME AND COOKING STAGE
To set a cooking program, select a Cooking stage and enter the cooking time with the
number/memory buttons before pressing the button .
Press one of these buttons Cooking stage
Once High
Twice Medium
Three times Defrost

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Below is an example of a one-stage cooking program at the highest cooking stage and 3
minutes' cooking time:
1. Press the button once.
2. The display shows .
3. Press the buttons 3, 0, 0 in sequence.
4. Press the button .
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
Some foods have to be cooked in several stages or periodically at different cooking
stages and cooking times. You can choose between three manual stages here:
Stage 1 cooking
Set stage 1 as described above.
Stage 2 cooking
Here is an example of dual-stage cooking at a medium cooking stage and with 5
minutes cooking time:
1. Press the button twice.
2. The display shows .
3. Press the buttons 5, 0, 0 in sequence.
4. Press the button .
Stage 3 cooking
Select the cooking stage for defrost and set the cooking time to 5 minutes, for
example.
1. Press the button three times.
2. The display shows .
3. Press the buttons 5, 0, 0 in sequence.
4. Then press .

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Saving cooking programs on number/memory buttons
You can save frequently used programs on the number/memory buttons so you can
activate them at the push of a button.
Each number/memory button has a default cooking program assigned to it. When the
device is ready for operation, you can select a program by pushing one of the 10
buttons.
These are the default settings of the number/memory buttons:
Number/
memory button 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
Default
cooking time :10 :20 :30 :45 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30
You have the option of programming any button at wish. Below you will find a description
of how to save a three-stage cooking program with different cooking stages each on a
number/memory button:
1. Press once.
2. Press the button 5.
3. Press the button twice.
4. Then press the buttons 8, 0, 0 in sequence.
5. Press to save the program.
This way, you can save two or three-stage cooking programs by repeating the steps 3-4
once or twice. Afterwards, press to return to operating mode.
Notice: If you want to initiate a cooking process with the button and not by pressing
the corresponding Number/memory buttons, keep the button depressed for 5
seconds. After selecting a cooking program with a number/memory buttons, you now
have to press the button before the program starts.

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FUNCTION OF THE X2 BUTTON
The X2 button serves to save additional cooking programs on the number/memory
buttons. In operating mode, press the X2 button and afterwards the desired. The call-up
is as follows:
Number/
memory button 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
Default
cooking time :20 :40 1:00 1:30 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 7:00
The X2 function can only save one-stage cooking programs. After saving, press the
button to return to operating mode.
Now the device will execute the desired program after you press X2 and then the
corresponding number/memory button.
Here is an example of the X2 function with the highest cooking stage and three
minutes' cooking time on the number button 8:
1. Press the button .
2. Press the button X2 once.
3. Press the button 8.
4. Press the button once.
5. Press the buttons 3, 0, 0 in sequence.
6. Press to save the settings.
COUNTER
You can tell how many times the microwave was used by:
1. Opening the door.
2. Keeping the button depressed and pressing the button at the same
time. Now the display shows how often the device was used.
This function is especially intended for commercial use to analyze the use to capacity or
the utilization frequency at a certain location.

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DEFROSTING FROZEN FOOD
1. Due to the varying thickness and shape of foods, it is not advisable to completely
defrost food in the microwave oven, as this may result in irregular defrosting. There
may also be dripping and some spots may be cooked while others are still frozen.
When using frozen food, you should therefore only defrost the food to 70% with the
microwave oven. This helps optimally with further processing of the food.
2. To defrost food evenly, you should turn it frequently during defrosting.
3. To defrost fatty (heavy) meat, heat it shortly in the microwave oven and then put it in
a pot at room temperature or heat it with short breaks in between.
4. If you want to defrost a whole chicken or frozen food with irregular shapes, you
should wrap the legs or thinner parts with a bit of aluminum foil so that these are not
heated as fast as thicker parts. With large pieces of meat, wrap the sides with
aluminium foil so that they are defrosted evenly by the vertical microwaves.
5. Remove the ice from time to time.
TIPS & DETAILS
The length of cooking time depends on the following characteristics of foods:
Beginning temperature: The lower, the longer the cooking time
Density: The denser, the longer the cooking time
Humidity: The drier, the longer the cooking time
Form: The thicker, the longer the cooking time
Weight: The heavier, the longer the cooking time
The foods should be covered in order to:
oaccelerate the heating process ,
oto avoid the drying up of foods,
oto avoid fat splashes in the cooking chamber,
Exceptions: Bread, pastries/cookies, bread-coated foods and those foods, that shall stay
crispy should not be covered.

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6. Cleaning and maintenance
6.1 Safety advice
oBefore beginning with repair or cleaning works make sure the device has been
disconnected from power socket (pull the power plug!!!) and has cooled down.
oDo not use any acid agents and make sure no water ingresses the device.
oTo protect yourself from electric shock, never immerse the device, its cables and the
plug in water or other liquids.
CAUTION!
The device is not suited for direct washing via water jets. Therefore, you must not
use any kind of pressure water jet for cleaning the device!
6.2 Cleaning
oWash the device regularly.
oAfter each use, wipe the device with a moist cloth. Remove any remnants of food
and beverages from the interior of the device with a moist cloth. A delicate cleaning
agent may be used in case of more stubborn dirt.
oAvoid using sprays and other aggressive cleaning agents, as such chemicals may
leave stains on the device and even damage its surface.
oWash the exterior surface of the device with a moist cloth. To protect the parts located
inside the device from damage, do not allow water to seep through the ventilation
ducts into the interior of the device.
oTo remove dirt, wash the door, door seals and attached elements with a moist cloth.
Do not use harsh cleaning agents.
oDo not get the control panel overly wet. Wash it with a moist, soft cloth. Do not close
the door while washing the device, to avoid accidentally turning it on.
oIf condensation forms on the inside or outside of the door, remove it with a soft cloth.
Condensation forms when the device is operated in conditions of high humidity.
This is a normal occurrence.
oUnpleasant odours can be removed from the device by placing a glass of water with
lemon juice and lemon peel, then heating for approx. 5 minutes. Afterwards, wipe the
device thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
oWhen washing use only soft cloths, never scouring pads which may damage the
surface of the device.
oAfter washing the device, wipe its surface dry and polish with a soft, dry cloth.

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6.3 Safety instructions for maintenance
oCheck the mains connection cable for damage from time to time. Never operate the
device when the cable is damaged. A damaged cable must immediately be replaced
by customer service or a qualified electrician to avoid dangers.
oIn case of damage or malfunction, please contact your stockist or our customer
service centre. Pay attention to the troubleshooting tips in pt. 7.
oOnly a qualified technician and using original spare parts and accessories should
carry out repairs and maintenance of the device. Do not attempt to repair the
device yourself.
7. Possible Malfunctions
If the microwave oven fails to function:
1. Check that it has been properly plugged in. Remove the plug from its socket and
wait approx. 10 seconds, then reinsert it into the socket.
2. Check that a circuit breaker or the main circuit has not been disconnected. If they
are functioning properly, check the connection using other electronic appliances.
3. Check that the door is closed properly (safety lock). If it is not, to ensure safety
microwaves will not be formed inside the cooking chamber.
In the event you are able to exclude the above-mentioned explanations, please
contact qualified technical support personnel or a service center to examine and
repair the device.