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HOW TO GET THE BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR OVEN
What power should I
choose?
What do I want to do?
• Defrost
• Melt butter and soften
cheese
• Heat pastry goods
• Cook meat
• Cook fruit
• Cook vegetables
• Cook fish
• Cook rice, pasta
• Heat up all types of ready
cooked or frozen food
• Keep food warm 38
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Function Defrost
Power level
Power level 4
Power level 1
GB
Use Instr.
page
Amt. &
time chart
page
37
40
43
41
Pre-memorized
“Quick Menù”
functions
• To make popcorn
• To heat frozen pre-baked
pizza, to reheat frozen pre-
cooked food
• To cook potatoes
• To heat drinks and liquids
• To heat chilled ready
meals.
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• Defrost, reheat, cook on
two levels at the same
time
Microwave only with (SPACER
LEVEL) (Not with all models) 34 35
23 lt 17 lt
135w 120w
auto auto
270w
450w 240w
400w
675w 600w
900w 800w
Power level 5
2
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Read carefully these instructions and keep for future reference
1) WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has
been repaired by a competent person (trained by the manufacturer or by its
Customer Service).
2) WARNING: 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.
3) WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable
to explode. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave
ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has
ended.
4) WARNING: Only 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. Do not allow children near the oven
when it is in operation, as this may result in severe burns.
5) Do not attempt to operate the oven with the door open by tampering with the safety devices.
6) Do not operate the oven if objects for any kind get stuck between the
front panel of the oven and the door. Always keep the inside of the door
(C) clean, using a damp cloth and non-abrasive detergents. Do not
allow dirt or remains of food to accumulate between the front panel of
the oven on the door.
7) Do not operate the oven if the supply cable or the plug is damaged, as
this may result in electric shocks.
8) If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and KEEP THE DOOR CLOSED in order
to stifle any flames.
9) Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. In order to avoid overheating and
the consequent risk of fire, it is advisable to supervise the oven when cooking food in disposable
containers made of plastic, cardboard or other inflammable materials, and when heating small
quantities of food.
10)Never place the turntable in water after it has ben heated for a long time. The high thermal shock
resulting would break the turntable.
11)When cooking "Only MICROWAVE", you absolutely must not pre-heat the oven (without
foodstuffs in it) and you must not operate it when it is empty, because you might cause sparking.
12) Before using this oven, check to be certain that the utensil and containers chosen are suitable for
microwave oven use (see the section on "Ovenware to be used").
13)During the use the appliance becomes hot. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.
14)When heating liquids (water, coffee, milk, etc.) it is possible that the contents may suddenly start
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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to boil and spill violently as a result of delayed boiling, causing scalding. To avoid this
happening, you should place a heat-resistant plastic spoon or a glass rod in the
container before starting to heat liquids. Anyway, care shall be taken when handling
the container.
15)Do not heat spirit with a high alcohol content, nor large quantities of oil, as these
could catch fire!
16) The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the
temperature shall be checked before consumption in order to avoid burns. It is also
advisable to stir or shake the food in order to ensure that it has an even temperature.
When using commercially available bottle sterilisers, before turning the oven on, ALWAYS make
sure the container is filled with the quantity of water indicated by the manufacturer.
INSTALLATION
1) After having removed the oven from its box, check to make certain that the turntable spindle (B) is cor-
rectly fitted into its housing. Place the turntable support (E) in the middle of the cooking chamber and
set the turntable (D) on top of it. The spindle (B) must be inserted in the related turntable housing.
2) Check to make certain that this equipment has not been damaged in transport and check espe-
cially to see if the door opens and closes correctly.
3) Place this oven on a surface so
that there remains a space of
about 5 cm. between the
oven’s surface portions and
the walls to the side and the
back, and a free space of at
least 20 cm. above the
oven (see Fig. 1).
4) Never block up or otherwise obstruct
the air outlet holes. In particular, never
place anything on the oven and check to
be certain that the air and steam outlet
slots (located atop the oven) are
ALWAYS FREE (see Figs. 2 and 3).
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QQ
QQ
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20 cm 5 cm
fig. 1
fig. 2
fig. 3
air outlet
air
intake
air outlet
air
intake
air outlet
OUTPUT POWER
ONLY FOR SOME MODELS: The microwave output power is also indicated
inside this simbol, placed on the oven door.
(ONLY FOR U.K.) The letter indicates the heating category to which your oven
belongs: some pre-cooked food packages (frozen or chilled) give heating instructions
corresponding to the various categories. Follow those instructions related to the cate-
gory indicated for your oven.
The microwave output power is written on the rating plate placed on the rear side of the appliance (see
“MICRO OUTPUT”). When you consult the tables, always look up your oven’s output power. It will be
useful also when you are consulting cookbooks intended for use with microwave ovens.
The levels of intermediate power available are shown on page 24. This information will be useful for you to consult
the prescription pads for microwaves currently on sale.
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MODEL WITH A 23-LITRE CAVITY
Outer measurements (LxDxH) 520x305x400
Inner measurements (LxDxH) 322x218x331
Approximate weight 17 kg.
Turntable diameter 31 cm
Oven light 25 W
MODEL WITH A 17-LITRE CAVITY
Outer measurements (LxDxH) 480x272x360
Inner measurements (LxDxH) 285x197x290
Approximate weight 16 kg.
Turntable diameter 27,5 cm
Oven light 25 W
TECHNICAL DATA
BOTH MODELS
For additional data, consult the serial plate glued to the back of the equipment.
This equipment is in compliance with EEC Directives 89/336 and 92/31 related to Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Connect this equipment only to electrical outlets
having a capacity of at least 10A. Before using
this oven, check to make certain that the electri-
cal network is the same as that indicated on the
equipment’s data plate and that the electrical
outlet is connected to an efficient grounding
(earth) terminal. The manufacturer shall not be
responsible in any manner whatsoever for
harm or damage caused by failure to observe
this norm.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
You can make use of all types of containers
made of glass (preferably Pyrex), ceramics,
porcelain and glazed pottery as long as they do
not have decorations or metal parts (gilded
borders, handles, feet). Heat resistant plastic
containers can also be used, but only for
“Microwave Only” cooking. If you are still
doubtful about using a particular container, you
can perform a simple test. Place the empty
container in the oven for 30 seconds at
maximum power (“Microwave Only” function).
If the container is still cold or only slightly warm,
it is suitable for microwave cooking.
If it is very hot or gives out sparks, it is not
suitable.
For short heating periods, you may use paper
napkins, cardboard trays and plastic
“throwaway” plates as a base.
As far as shape and size are concerned, it is
absolutely essential that containers be such as to
allow the turntable to rotate.
In order to use large-size rectangular containers
(which may not be able to rotate inside the
cooking cavity), you can remove the spindle (B)
from its housing to prevent the turntable (D)
moving. Bear in mind that to be assured of good
results when carrying this out you must stir the
food and turn the container around several
times during the cooking process. Containers
made of metal, wood, recycled kitchen paper,
cane and plate glass are not suitable for use in
microwave ovens. The metal rack supplied with
your microwave have been fully tested for safe
use. You should remember, too, that since
microwaves heat the food and not the
glassware, earthenware or similar containers
for that food, it is possible to cook such foods in
the serving dish and thereby avoid the problem
of having to clean pans later.
However, remember that heat may be trans-
ferred from the food itself to the plate, making it
necessary to use an oven glove.
In any case, observe the guidelines shown in the
following table:
OVENWARE TO BE USED
Plastic for
micro-
waves
YES
YES
YES
Paper
cups*
YES
YES
NO
Paper
plates*
YES
YES
NO
Parch-
ment
paper*
YES
YES
NO
Card-
board
YES
YES
NO
Metal
contain-
ers
NO
NO
NO
Glass-
ware with
metal
parts
NO
NO
NO
Special
roasting
paper
YES
YES
YES
Defrosting
Heating
Cooking
Clay
plates
YES
YES
YES
Porce-
lain
YES
YES
YES
Cera-
mics
YES
YES
YES
Glass
YES
YES
YES
*If the cooking time required is too long, there is a possibility of fire.
•Electrical Connection for UK only . . . . .see page 46
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
1. Display
The control panel shows a
24-hour clock, the pre-set
cooking times, the func-
tions chosen (upper indica-
tors) and the microwave
level selected (lower indi-
cators).
2. Defrost button:
automatic thawing
Push this button to thaw
foodstuffs.
3. Micro button:
microwave cooking
Push this button to cook or
heat foodstuffs.
4. Power Level button:
Microwave power level
Push this button to select
the microwave power level
required.
5 - 6 - 11 - 12 - 13:
"Quick Menu" button
Push one of these buttons
to make popcorn, baked
potatoes, warm beverages,
ready-to-serve dishes, fro-
zen pizza and pre-cooked
frozen food.
7.Stop/Clear button:
Cancelling a function
Push this button to stop
the cooking or to cancel
the pre-set cooking times.
8.Timer knob:
Cooking times
Use this knob to set the
cooking time or the time
of day.
9.Clock button:
Clock adjustment
Push this button to set the
correct time of day and to
get a view of the clock
while the oven is working.
10. One-minute button
Press this button to set
exactly one minute of
microwaving at max
power level. Each addi-
tional touch of this button
will increase the set time
by 30 seconds, up to a
maximum of 6 minutes.
14. Start button
Press this button to turn
the oven on, but only
after you selected the
function and the cooking
times.
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY
1
3
2
9
10
11
12
14
13
4
5
6
7
8
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1. Display
The control panel shows a
24-hour clock, the pre-set
cooking times, the func-
tions chosen (upper indica-
tors) and the microwave
level selected (lower indi-
cators).
2. Defrost button:
automatic thawing
Push this button to thaw
foodstuffs.
3. Micro button:
microwave cooking
Push this button to cook or
heat foodstuffs.
4. Power Level button:
Microwave power level
Push this button to select
the microwave power level
required.
5 - 6 - 11 - 12 - 13:
"Quick Menu" button
Push one of these buttons
to make popcorn, baked
potatoes, warm beverages,
ready-to-serve dishes, fro-
zen pizza and pre-cooked
frozen food.
7. Stop/Clear button:
Cancelling a function
Push this button to stop
the cooking or to cancel
the pre-set cooking times.
8. "Timer Adjust" buttons
Cooking times
Push these buttons to set
cooking times or the time
of day.
9. Clock button:
Clock adjustment
Push this button to set the
correct time of day and to
get a view of the clock
while the oven is working.
10. One-minute button
Press this button to set
exactly one minute of
microwaving at max
power level. Each addi-
tional touch of this button
will increase the set time
by 30 seconds, up to a
maximum of 6 minutes
14. Start button
Press this button to turn
the oven on, but only
after you selected the
function and the cooking
times.
MODEL WITH A 17-litre CAVITY
1
3
8
2
9
10
11
12
14
13
4
5
6
7
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1) In order to set cooking times correctly, remember (in referring to the charts on the following pages)
that when you increase the amount of foodstuffs the cooking time must likewise be proportionately
increased and vice-versa. It is important to respect the “standing” times: standing time means that
period during which the food must be left to “rest” after being cooked so as to allow an even
greater spreading of the temperature within. The temperature of meat, for example, will rise about
5°-8° C. (approx. 9°-15° F.) during the standing time. Standing times may be observed either
inside or outside the oven.
2) One of the main things you must do is stir the food where appropriate several times while it is
being cooked. This helps distribute the heat more uniformly and thus shortens the cooking
time.
3) It is also advisable to turn the foodstuff over where appropriate during its cooking
process: this applies especially for meat, whether it is in large pieces (roasts,
whole chickens, etc.) or small (chicken breasts, etc.).
4) Foods with a skin, shell or peel (e.g., apples, potatoes, tomatoes, frank-
furters, fish) must be pierced with a fork or sharp knife in several points
so as to allow steam to escape and prevent exploding.
5) If you are preparing a large number of portions of the same food item (e.g., boiled potatoes),
place them in a large dish to allow uniform cooking.
6) The lower the temperature at which a foodstuff is placed in a microwave oven, the longer the
cooking time required. Food having a room temperature will cook more
quickly than food having a refrigerator temperature.
7) Always cook by placing the food container in the centre of the turntable.
8) It is perfectly normal for condensation to form inside the oven and near the
air outlet. To reduce such condensation, cover the foodstuffs with clear-film,
wax paper, a glass lid or simply an overturned plate. Foods having a water
content (e.g., greens and vegetables) cook better when covered. The cover-
ing of food also helps keep the oven clean on the inside. Make sure when using clear films that they
are suitable for microwave use.
ADVICE ON USING YOUR OVEN CORRECTLY
Basic rules for correct cooking with a microwave oven
Microwaves consist of electromagnetic radiation
found in nature under the form of light waves
(e.g., sunlight). Inside the oven, these waves
penetrate food from all directions and heat up the
water, fatty and sugar molecules.
Heat is produced very quickly only in the food
itself, whereas the container being used warms
up indirectly by means of heat given off by the
heated food. This prevents food from sticking to
its container, so you can use very little fatty sub-
stance or, in some cases, no fat at all during the
cooking process.
Therefore cooking in a microwave oven is con-
sidered to be healthy and good for one’s diet.
And in contrast to traditional methods, cooking
in a microwave foodstuffs are less dehydrated,
lose less of their nutritional value, and retain
more of their original flavour.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
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HOW TO PROGRAMME THE OVEN
HOW TO ADJUST THE CLOCK
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY
2. Set the time you want by turning the
knob (8) or by pushing the Time
Adjust buttons (8). (The hour will
begin blinking on the display.)
4. Set the minutes you want by turning
the knob (8) or by pushing the Time
Adjust buttons (8). (The minutes will
begin blinking on the display.)
• To change the time of the control panel once it has been set, push the Clock button (9) and then
proceed to a setting of the time as indicated above.
• You can obtain a showing of the time of day even after the oven has started operating simply by
pushing the Clock button (9). (The time will be shown for 3 seconds.)
• When this appliance is first plugged in, or after there has been a power failure, the figure 12:00
will start blinking on the display.
To set the time of day, proceed as follows:
1. Push the Clock button (9).
(The hour 12 will begin blinking on the
display.)
3. Push the Clock button (9) once
again. (The hour will disappear from
the display, and the minutes will begi
blinking.)
5. Push the Clock button one more time.
(The time selected will appear on the
display.)
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By using the spacer grill with the microwave-only function, you can defrost, reheat and cook foods at
the same time, even different dishes on two levels. The special double-microwave-emission system
makes possible, in fact, a perfect distribution of energy.
When you wish to cook two food dishes at the same time, all you have to do is keep these basic rules
in mind:
1) The cooking times for food dishes cooked at the same time are different from those for the cooking
of single dishes. So always consult the reference table on page 35.
2) Be careful to ALWAYS place on the SPACER WIRE RACK that food which requires less cookig time:
it will thus be easier to remove the upper pan.
Take the wire rack out and finish cooking the food underneath.
3) Pay strict attention to the indications and recommendations in the tables. In particular, always check to be sure
that the food being reheated is very hot before removing it from the oven.
Only for models provided with a spacer wire rack
USE THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION WHEN
COOKING ON TWO LEVELS AT THE SAME TIME
MICROWAVE
2
1
MICROWAVE
Potatoes
(above)
Goulash
(below)
24 min
48 min
Times for simultaneous cooking
Potatoes
Goulash 10 - 14 min 35 - 40 min
Cooking times for single dishes
Upper food dish
(less time)
Lower food dish
(more time)
Spacer wire rack
Turntable
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Defrosting times
Type Quantity
(grams) Defrost
function Minutes
• Ground meat
• Ground meat
• Chicken in pieces
• Stew
• Cauliflower
• Whole fish
• Meat, single serving
•Vegetables, single serving
• Plate of lasagne
• Plate of lasagne
• Meat, single serving
• Plate of lasagne
• Potatoes
• Potatoes
• Carrots
• Carrots
• Sliced fish
• Zucchini
• Whole fish
• Zucchini
• Whole fish
• Whole fish
• Potatoes
• Goulash
• Rice
• Cabbage
• Peas
• Brussels sprouts
• Meat loaf
• Potatoes
• Sausages
• Sausages
• Stew
• Pork roast
500
500
500
500
450
500
150
250
500
500
150
500
500
500
500
500
400
475
200
475
200
200
500
1500
300
500
500
500
500
500
300
300
700
700
20
20
24
24
22
22
6
6
9
9
6
8
20
20
16
16
13
15
11
14
11
11
20
40
22
22
20
20
30
30
22
22
36
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Notes
Pan
position
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
above
below
Turn the meat over after 15 min. When the
cooking is finished, let the meat sit for 15 min.
During the defrosting, pull the pieces apart. When
the cooking is finished, let the meat sit for 15 min.
At the end, let sit for 5 to 10 min.
At the end, let sit for 5 to 10 min.
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cover the food with plastic wrap
Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.
Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.
Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.
Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic wrap. After 13 min., take out the grill.
Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic wrap. After 11 min., take out the grill.
Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Cut in equal-size pieces and cover with plastic wrap.
After 24 min., take out the grill. Stir 2 or 3 times.
Cover with plastic wrap and stir 2 times
Leave whole and cover with plastic wrap
Cover with plastic wrap.
Cover with plastic wrap.
If needed, turn over at the halfway point
Cover with plastic wrap.
Stir 1 or 2 times
Stir 1 or 2 times
Stir 1 or 2 times
Turn over at the halfway point
REFERENCE TABLES FOR COOKING ON TWO LEVELS
Reheating times
Type Quantity
(grams) Power
level Minutes Notes
Pan
position
Cooking times
Type Quantity
(grams) Power
level Minutes Notes
2
1
MICROONDE
Pan
position
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
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HOW TO PROGRAMME AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY MODEL WITH A 17-litre CAVITY
1. Push the Defrost button (2).
(The display will begin blinking at 0:00 and the
defrost-function
indicator at the top
left will come on.)
3. Push the Start button (14) to begin the
defrosting. (The display will show the time set.)
2. Set the time you wish to use by turning the
knob (8) or by pushing the Time adjust
buttons (8). (The display will begin blinking.)
4. Once the set time has elapsed, you will
hear three long beeps, and the word End
will appear on the display.
• If you open the oven door to check on the progress of the defrosting, the microwaves will stop operating and
the time remaining will blink on the display. To continue the defrosting, close the door again and push the
Start button. The oven will resume the time count from the point that count was interrupted.
• To return the set time to zero, do as follows:
- if the oven door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (7) once;
- if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (7) twice.
- if the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (7) once.
When utilising this function, all you have to do is set the defrost time. The microwave power is pre-
set.
• Foods frozen in bags or plastic sheeting or in their packaging may be placed directly in the oven,
as long as they have no metal parts (e.g., bands or closure rivets).
• Certain foods, such as greens, vegetables and fish, do not have to be completely defrosted before
you begin cooking them.
• Stewed foods and meats as well as meat sauces defrost better and quicker if they are stirred from
time to time, turned over or separated.
• While defrosting, meat and fish lose their liquid content. It is recommended, therefore, that you
defrost such items in a tray or basin.
• It is advisable to separate each individual piece of meat from its bag before putting it in the
freezer. This will help you save valuable time will preparing foods.
• Be careful about following the cooking times printed on frozen products, because those times are
not always correct. It is best to use defrosting times slightly less than those indicated. The time
needed for defrosting will vary in terms of the degree to which the food has been frozen.
USING THE MICROWAVE-ONLY FUNCTION FOR DEFROSTING
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850/900W
output power 750/800W
output power
17 - 22
2 - 6
9 - 13
9 - 11
3 - 7
3 - 7
5 - 9
25 - 28
25 - 28
9 - 13
7 - 11
12 - 16
11 - 15
8 - 12
5 - 9
9 - 13
11 - 15
10 - 14
10 - 14
9 - 13
8 - 12
4 - 8
5 - 9
5 - 9
6 - 10
8 - 12
6 - 10
2 - 6
3 - 7
5 - 9
1 - 2
2 - 4
2 - 4
2 - 4
8 - 10
5 - 7
3 - 5
Defrosting times
Type Quantity Time to be
set
(minutes)
Standing
time
(minutes)
MEAT
• Roasts (pork, beef, veal,
etc.)
• Steaks, cutlets, meat slices
• Stew, goulash
• Ground meat
“
• Hamburger
• Sausages
POULTRY
• Duck, turkey
• Whole chickens
• Cut-up chicken
• Chicken breasts
VEGETABLES
• Cubed eggplant
• Cut-up peppers
• Shelled peas
• Artichoke hearts
• Pieces of asparagus
• Cut-up green beans
• Whole broccoli
• Brussels sprouts
• Cut-up carrots
• Cauliflower tops
• Mixed vegetables
• Cut-up spinach
FISH
• Filleted fish
• Cut-up fish
• Whole fish
• Prawn, shrimps
DAIRY PRODUCTS I
• Butter
• Cheese
• Cream
BREAD PRODUCTS
• 2 average-size rolls
• 4 average-size rolls
• Sliced home-style bread
• Whole-wheat bread
FRUIT
• Strawberries, prunes,
cherries, currants, apricots
• Raspberries
• Blackberries
1 kg
200 gr
500 gr
500 gr
250 gr
200 gr
300 gr
1,5 kg
1,5 kg
500 gr
300 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
300 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
450 gr
300 gr
300 gr
300 gr
400 gr
500 gr
400 gr
250 gr
250 gr
200 ml
150 gr
300 gr
250 gr
250 gr
500 gr
300 gr
250 gr
20
5
10
15
10
10
10
20
20
10
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
7
7
7
7
10
15
5
3
3
3
3
10
10
6
Remove the aluminium paper and
metal pieces.
Partially defrosted. Needs the standing
time.
Cream is to be removed from its contai-
ner and put on a plate.
Put the bread directly on the turntable
Mix 2 or 3 times
Mix 2 or 3 times
Mix 2 or 3 times
Notes
23 - 28
7 - 10
14 - 17
12 - 14
8 - 11
8 - 11
10 - 13
29 - 32
29 - 32
14 - 18
13 - 17
17 - 21
16 - 20
13 - 17
10 - 14
14 - 18
16 - 20
15 - 19
15 - 19
14 - 18
13 - 17
9 - 13
10 - 14
10 - 14
11 - 15
13 - 17
11 - 15
7 - 10
8 - 12
10 - 14
2 - 3
5 - 7
5 - 7
5 - 7
11 - 13
7 - 9
6 - 8
Time to be
set
(minutes)
The times indicated on the chart (timer knob) vary in relation to your oven’s output power. The output
power figure is printed on the oven door, inside the symbol (see page 28).
At the end of the rest period, wash
under hot water to remove possible ice
To make defrosting easier, stir the veg-
etables from time to time
(*)
(*) These indications are suitable for carrying out the minced meat defrosting test in accordance with IEC
regulation 705, par. 18.3. Turn the load upside-down halfway through the time set. The load should
rest directly on the rotating plate. Further indications, also regarding other performance tests in
accordance with IEC regulation 705, are shown in the table on page 2
Fish is better cook from
frozen if it does not require
further preparation.
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HOW TO PROGRAMME THE OVEN SO AS TO KEEP FOOD HOT, TO REHEAT AND TO COOK
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY MODEL WITH A 17-litre CAVITY
1. Push the Micro button (3)
(The display will begin blinking at 0:00 and the
second microwave-function indicator at the top
leftas well as the first microwave-level indicator
at the bottom right will come on.)
3. Push the Power Level button (4) to select
the power you wish to employ (5=
maximum, 1= minimum).
If you do not push this button, the oven will
operate at full power power 5).
(On the display, the indicator at the bottom will
show the power level selected.)
2. Set the time desired by turning the Timer
knob (8) or by pushing the Time adjust
buttons (8). (The display will begin blinking.)
4. Push the Start button (14) to activate this
function. (The display will shows the time and
the power level selected).
• It is possible to access the time of day even while the oven is operating,. Simply push the Clock
button (9). The correct time will appear on the display for about 3 seconds.
• You can check on the progress whenever you please by opening the oven door and taking a close
look at the foodstuff. By doing so, you interrupt the microwaves, but their emission will resume
when you close the door again and push the Start button (14).
• If for any reason whatsoever it becomes necessary to interrupt the cooking without opening the
door, simply push the Stop/Clear button (7).
• To stop the cooking, do as follows:
-if the oven door is open, push the Stop/Clear button (7) once;
-if the oven is operating, push the Stop/Clear button (7) twice;
-if the oven is turned off and its door closed, push the Stop/Clear button (7) once.
• The cooking time and the microwave power may be changed even after you have pushed the
Start button (14).
5. Once the set time has elapsed, you will
hear three long beeps and the word End
will appear on the display.
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KEEPING FOOD WARM
• This function enables you to keep food hot, whether that food be just cooked or re-heated, without
having it get dry or stick to its container.
• Selecting the 1power level and covering the food with a plate or plastic film, you will find that
foods will remain warm up to serving time
• You can leave foods in their cooking container if they are covered.
HEATING
Heating food in a microwave oven is much quicker and energy efficient than traditional methods.
• We recommend that you heat foodstuffs (especially if they are frozen) to a temperature of at least
70° C. (it must be piping hot!). Leave to stand for a few minutes as you will
not be able to eat that food immediately because it will be too hot.
• This will ensure that any possible bacteria present in food will have been
killed.
• To heat pre-cooked or frozen foods, follow these rules:
- remove the food from its metal containers;
- cover it with plastic wrap (the clear-film type suitable for microwave ovens) or wax paper; in
this way, all the food’s natural flavour will be preserved and the oven will stay cleaner; you may
also cover the food with an upside-down plate;
- if possible, stir or turn the food over frequently so as to speed up the heating process and keep
the heat uniform at the same time;
- follow the cooking times listed with great caution; remember that under certain conditions the
timings given must be lengthened
• Frozen foods must be defrosted before the heating process begins. The lower the food’s initial tem-
perature, the longer the time needed for heating.
• Foodstuffs and drinks may be heated briefly in paper or plastic containers. In any event, howev-
er, such containers may become misshapen if the heating time is too long.
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4 - 5
0’.5”-0’.10”
0’.10”-0’.15”
0’.25”-0’.30”
4 - 6
4 - 6
3 - 5
5 - 7
5 - 7
4 - 6
6 - 8
5 - 7
3 - 5
8 - 10
6 - 8
7 - 9
4 - 6
2 - 2’.30”
1’.30” - 2
1’.30” - 2
4 - 5
1’.30” - 2
1 - 1’.30”
1 - 1’.30”
3 - 4
5 - 6
0’.7”-0’.12”
0’.12”-0’.17”
0’.35”-0’.40”
6 - 8
6 - 8
5 - 7
7 - 9
7 - 9
6 - 8
8 - 10
7 - 9
5 - 7
10 - 12
8 - 10
9 - 11
6 - 8
2’.30”-3
2-2’.30”
2-2’.30”
5 - 6
2-2’.30”
1’.30”-2
1’.30”-2
4 - 5
40
Heating times
The times indicated on the chart (timer knob) vary in relation to your oven’s output power. The output power
figure is printed on the oven door, inside the symbol (see page 28).
N.B.: Some foodstuffs can easily be reheated by using the pre-memorised Quick menu functions (see p. 26 or p. 45).
SOFTENING FOOD
• Chocolate/icing
• Butter
• Yoghurt
• Baby’s bottle
• Packet of lasagne or of
pasta with filling
• Packet of meat with and/or
vegetables
• Packet of fish and/or
vegetables
• Plate of meat and/or
vegetables
• Plate of pasta, cannelloni or
lasagne
• Plate of fish and/or rice
• Packet of lasagne or of
pasta with filling
• Packet of meat with rice
and/or vegetables
• Packet of fish and/or pre-
cooked vegetables
• Packet of fish and/or raw
vegetables
• Portion of meat and/or
vegetables
• Portion of pasta, cannelloni
or lasagne
• Portion of fish and/or rice
• 1 cup of water
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 cup of coffee
• 1 plate of broth
• 1 cup of water
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 cup of coffee
• 1 plate of broth
100 gr
50 -70 gr
125 gr
240 gr
400 gr
400 gr
300 gr
400 gr
400 gr
300 gr
400 gr
400 gr
300 gr
300 gr
400 gr
400 gr
300 gr
180 cc
150 cc
100 cc
300 cc
180 cc
150 cc
100 cc
300 cc
Put on a plate. Mix the icing once.
Remove metal foil
Heat the baby’s bottle without the teat
and mix it immediately after heating to
make the temperature uniform. Check
the temperature of the contents before
use. With milk at room temperature the
heating time is lower. To avoid risk of fire
when using dried milk please stir evenly.
Please use already sterilized milk.
Packets of any kind of commercially
available pre-cooked food, to be
heated to a temp. of 70° C. Remove
the food from any rice metal packets
and put it directly onto the plate from
which it is to be eaten. For best
results, always cover the food.
Portions of any kind of already cooked
food, to heat to a temp. of 70°C. The
food is placed directly onto the plate
from which it is to be eaten and is
always covered either with a
transparent film or with an upturned
plate.
Packets of any kind of commercially
available pre-cooked frozen food, to be
heated to a temp. of 70° C directly in its
packet. Remove the food from any metal
containers and put it directly onto the
plate from which it is to be eaten,
increasing cooking time by a few minutes.
Remove the raw food from the packets
and place it in a container suitable for
microwaves and cover.
Portions of any kind of already cooked
frozen food, to be heated to a
temperature of 70°C. Place the frozen
food in the plate from which it is to be
eaten and cover it with another upturned
plate or pyrex dish. Check that it is hot in
the centre; where possible, mix the food.
All the drinks should be mixed after
being heated to make the temperature
uniform. For the broth we recommend
covering it with an upturned plate.
All the drinks should be mixed after
being heated to make the temperature
uniform. For the broth we recommend
covering it with an upturned plate.
Type Quantity power
level
time (min.)
Notes
time (min.)
3
5
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850/900W 750/800W
CHILLED FOOD (INITIAL TEMP. 5/8°C) UP TO 20/30°C
CHILLED PRECOOKED FOOD (INITIAL TEMP. 5/8°C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C
FROZEN FOOD TO REHEAT/COOK (INITIAL TEMP. -18°/-20°C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C
CHILLED DRINKS (INITIAL TEMP. 5°/8° C) UP TO APPROX. 70°C
DRINKS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE (INITIAL TEMP. 20°/30°C) UP TO APPROX. 70° C
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COOKING
Cooking times for meat, poultry and fish
Food
BEEF
Meat loaf
Meat loaf
Loin
Roast, leg
VEAL
Stew
Roast (rolled loaf)
Sliced rump steak
PORK
Leg
Roast
Saddle of pork
LAMB
Leg
Fresh hamburgers
Goulash
Sausages
POULTRY: CHICKEN
Whole
Half
Pieces
Breast
TURKEY
Pieces
Breast
DUCK
Whole
FISH
Filleted
Slices
Whole
Whole
Crayfish
Cut-up fish
(*)
Mix together 500 grams
of ground beef, eggs,
ham, bread crumbs, etc.
Turn at the halfway point
Stir 2 or 3 times
Turn at the halfway point
Turning not necessary
Turn at the halfway point
Turn at the halfway point
Turn at the halfway point
Turn at the halfway point
Stir 2 or 3 times
Turn at the halfway point
Turning not necessary
Turning not necessary
Turning not necessary
Turn at the halfway point
Turning not necessary
Turn at the halfway point
Cover while cooking
Cover while cooking
Cover while cooking
Cover while cooking
Cover while cooking
Cover while cooking
900 gr
800 gr
600 gr
1 kg
700 gr
1 kg
200 gr
500 gr
1 kg
700 gr
1 kg
100 gr
1,5 kg
300 gr
1,5 kg
500 gr
500 gr
300 gr
1,5 kg
500 gr
1,5 kg
300 gr
300 gr
500 gr
250 gr
500 gr
400 gr
4
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5
4
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5
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18 -20
15 - 20
17 - 22
25 - 30
17 - 22
25 - 30
10 - 15
15 - 20
25 - 30
17 - 22
25 - 30
7 - 10
35 - 40
10 - 14
40 - 45
15 - 20
15 - 20
10 - 14
40 - 45
15 - 20
40 - 45
4 - 7
6 - 9
7 - 10
4 - 7
6 - 9
6 - 9
22 - 24
20 - 25
22 - 27
32 - 37
22 - 27
32 - 37
15 - 20
20 - 25
32 - 37
22 - 27
32 - 37
10 - 13
45 - 50
14 - 19
50 - 55
20 - 25
20 - 25
14 - 19
50 - 55
20 - 25
50 - 55
7 - 10
9 - 12
10 - 13
7 - 10
9 - 12
9 - 12
5
5
5
10
8
10
2
5
10
8
10
3
3
3
10
5
5
3
8
8
10
2
2
2
2
2
2
Quantity Power
Level
Standing
time
(minutes)
MEATS
You can make roasts, braised meats
and stews. Turn over and rotate
those large pieces which cannot be
stirred. Be careful not to be deceived
by the meat’s outward appearance
(during and at the end of the cook-
ing), because it may not have the
brownish colour common to meats
prepared in a regular oven. In
return, however, the nutritional val-
ues and flavour of meat are retained
to an exceptional degree.
POULTRY
You can defrost and then cook all
types of poultry in a microwave
oven. Poultry skin may not roast to
the colour usually associated with
other ovens: to obtain a golden
brown tone, baste the skin with a
brush dipped in melted butter or
margarine.
FISH
In a microwave oven, fish can be
prepared very quickly and with
excellent results. You can season it
with a little oil or butter (or not season
it at all, if you so prefer). Cover the
fish with clear-sheet. The skin is to be
slit, of course, and filleted fish must
be placed in a uniform fashion. We
recommend that you not use this
oven to cook fish which has been
dipped in egg batter.
Notes
Time to be
set
(minutes)
850/900W
output power 750/800W
output power
Time to be
set
(minutes)
If you wish to make meat more tender, we recommend that you add 1/2 of a cup of water at the start of
the cooking process.The times indicated on the chart (timer knob) vary in relation to your oven’s output
power. The output power figure is printed on the oven door, inside the symbol (see page 28).
(*)These indications are suitable for carrying out the minced meat cooking test in accordance with IEC regulation
705, test C. Cover the container with a transparent film for microwave oven, perforated in several places.
Further instructions, also with regard to other performance tests in accordance with IEC regulation 705, are
shown in the table on page 2
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GREENS AND VEGETABLES
Greens and vegetables cooked in a microwave oven retain more of their colour and nutritional value
than when cooked in traditional ovens.
Per every 500 gr. of greens or vegetables add about 5 teaspoons of water
Greens and vegetables must always be covered with clear-sheet.
Sturdier Items (e.g., carrots) should be cut into regular-sized pieces..
Stir greens and vegetables at least once at the halfway point. Add a little salt only at the end.
N.B: The cooking times on this table are approximate and depend on the weight, the temperature
before cooking, and the sturdiness as well as the constitution of the greens and vegetables.
5
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500 gr
300 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
450 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
250 gr
300 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
500 gr
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Cut into 2-cm. pieces.
It would be better to use arti-
choke bottoms.
Cut into pieces.
Separate into individual “flo-
rets”.
Leave whole.
Cut into strips.
Cut into strips.
Cut into same-size pieces.
Separate into stalks.
Separate into pieces.
Cut into cubes..
Cut into strips.
Leave whole. No water is nee-
ded.
Whole, but of the same size.
No water is needed.
Cover after having washed
and drained the leaves.
Cut into quarters.
Cut into pieces.
Cut into same-size pieces.
Cut into slices.
Type Quantity Power
Selector Notes Standing
time
(minutes)
• Asparagus
• Artichokes
• Green beans
• Broccoli
• Brussels sprouts
• White cabbage
• Red cabbage
• Carrots
• Cauliflower
• Celery
• Eggplant
• Leek
• Mushrooms
• Onions
• Spinach
• Peas
• Fennel
• Peppers
• Potatoes
• Zucchini
Cooking times for greens and vegetables
Time to be
set
(minutes)
850/900W
output power 750/800W
output power
Time to be
set
(minutes)
The times indicated on the chart (timer knob) vary in relation to your oven’s output power. The output
power figure is printed on the oven door, inside the symbol (see page 28).
9 - 10
11 - 12
11 - 12
7 - 8
7 - 8
7 - 8
7 - 8
9 - 10
11 - 12
7 - 8
6 - 7
6 - 7
6 - 7
5 - 6
6 - 7
10 - 11
12 - 13
9 - 10
8 - 9
7 - 8
11 - 12
12 - 13
13 - 14
9 - 10
9 - 10
9 - 10
9 - 10
11 - 12
13 - 14
9 - 10
8 - 9
8 - 9
8 - 9
7 - 8
8 - 9
12 - 13
14 - 15
11 - 12
10 - 11
9 - 10
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SOUPS AND RICE
• Soups or broth usually require a smaller amount of liquid because the evaporation in microwave
ovens is rather limited. Because it is a dehydrating agent, salt must be added only when the
cooking is finished or during the standing time.
• It is correct to say that the temperature required for cooking rice in a microwave oven (as is true
also for pasta) is more or less the same as that needed to cook this foodstuff over a burner on a
regular stove. The advantage of preparing a risotto dish in a microwave oven lies in the fact that
you do not have to stir the rice constantly (two or three times is enough).
The ingredients are placed in a container suitable for microwave ovens and covered with clear-
sheet (for about 300 gr. of rice, you need 750 gr. of broth with the oven programmed at top
power for about 12 to 15 minutes). In addition, the rice will not stick to the bottom of its container
and, since it can be cooked in a tureen or some other such receptacle to be brought to the table,
you will not have to transfer that rice to a serving plate.
May be used in combination with
any cream whatsoever
To be filled with jam or jelly.
The pineapple slices can be laid on
the bottom of the pin plate or cut into
pieces and mixed into the dough.
The apples are spread on top as a
decorative effect.
Excellent when filled with cream.
Mix with a whisk every 30 seconds
The pears are to be cut into quarters.
The apples are to be cut into pieces.
These indications are suitable for
carrying out the cooking test in
accordance with IEC regulation 705,
par. 17.3, test A and test B
respectively. Further instructions, also
with regard to other performance
tests in accordance with IEC
regulation 705, are shown in the
table on page 2
Nut cake (700 gr)
Viennese torte (850 gr)
Pineapple cake (800 gr)
Apple cake (1000 gr)
Coffee cake (750 gr)
Zabaione
Cooked pears (300 gr)
Cooked apples (300 gr)
Egg custard (750 gr)
Test A
Sponge cake (475 gr)
Test B
3
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4
5
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5
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
3
3
5
5
13 - 17
17 - 21
15 - 19
17 - 21
13 - 17
1,30 - 3
3 - 5
4 - 6
14 - 16
6 - 7
Type/quantity Power
Selector
Standing
time
(minutes) Observations and advice
BROWNING
The foodstuffs most difficult to brown while being cooked in a microwave oven are usually cutlets, sca-
loppine, and chicken breasts. To obtain such a browning effect, however, you are advised to grease
the outer portion with butter (preferably combined with paprika). You will find on the market sauces
especially researched to give colour to foodstuffs cooked in a microwave oven. In each and every
case, you must allow the meats or fish to be browned to absorb some fatty and colouring substances.
18 - 23
22 - 27
20 - 25
22 - 27
18 - 23
4 - 6
6 - 8
7 - 10
18 - 20
8 - 9
Cooking times for baked goods and fruit
Time to be
set
(minutes)
850/900W
output power 750/800W
output power
Time to be
set
(minutes)
FRUIT AND BAKED GOODS
Baked goods rise (at lower oven power) much more than then do with regular baking. Since no crust
is formed, it is better to garnish the surface portions with cream or icing (e.g., chocolate); in addition,
you must keep the item being baked fully covered, because such foodstuffs tend to dry out more
quickly than those baked in a regular oven. Fruit is to be pierced if cooked with its peel on and is to
be kept covered: it is essential that you adhere to the standing time (3 to 5 minutes).
The times indicated on the chart (timer knob) vary in relation to your oven’s output power. The output
power figure is printed on the oven door, inside the symbol (see page 28).
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5. Push the Power Level button (4) until you
have selected the power you wish to employ
(5= maximum, 1= minimum). If you do not
push this button, the oven will operate at full
power. (On the display, the indicator at the
bottom will show the power level selected.)
PROGRAMMING SEVERAL OPERATIONS ONE AFTER ANOTHER
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY MODEL WITH A 17-litre CAVITY
2. Set the time desired by turning the Timer
knob (8) or by pushing the Time Adjust
buttons (8). (The display
will begin blinking.)
• You may set up the following sequences:
- defrosting + cooking
- cooking 1 + cooking 2
- defrosting + cooking 1 + cooking 2
Example: Setting up a defrosting + cooking sequence
7. Once the set time has elapsed, you will hear
three long beeps and the word End will
appear on the display.
1. Push the Defrost button (2). (The display will
begin blinking at 0:00 and the defrosting function
indicator at the upper left will come on).
3. Push the Micro button (3). (The display will
begin blinking at 0:00 and the microwave-func-
tion indicator at the upper left as well as the maxi-
mum-power indicator on
the right will come on.)
4. Set the time desired by turning the knob (8)
or by pushing the Time adjust buttons (8).
(The display will begin
blinking.)
6. Push the Start button (14) to initiate the
sequence. (The display will show in order the
time for the function selected.)
and
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USING THE "QUICK MENU" BUTTONS
MODEL WITH A 23-litre CAVITY MODEL WITH A 17-litre CAVITY
1. Press the Quick Menu button desired (see
above). (The pre-set time will blink on the
display, while the second indicator in the upper
left and the one below it for the pre-set
microwave power will switch on.)
2. Push the Start button (14) to turn the oven
on.
3. When the set time has expired, you will
hear three (3) long beeps and the word
End will appear on the display.
The "Quick Menu" buttons apply to five (5) different programmes with "pre-memorised" cooking times and
power levels. These programmes guarantee excellent results for the dishes indicated in the table below.
Button What you can make Recommendations
(6) Beverages
• Press 1time
• Press 2times
• Press 3times
• Press 4times
• Reheat one small cup of coffee (60 cc)
already at room temperature.
• Reheat 2 small cups or one large cup of
coffee (120 cc) already at room temperature
• Reheat one large cup (200 cc) still at
refrigerator temperature
• Reheat one serving of soup (300 cc) still at
refrigerator temperature.
After having heated the liquid,
stir well to give it an even
temperature
(11) Jacket potatoes
• Press 1time
• Press 2times
• Press 3times
• Cook 200 gr. of potatoes
• Cook 400 gr. of potatoes
• Cook 600 gr. of potatoes
Wash the skin very well, puncture
with a fork, and place on the
turntable. To be served hot with a
butter or cheese filling.
• Reheat a 100-gr. serving still at refrigerator
temperature.
• Reheat 250 gr. of meat or meat + vegetables
still at refrigerator temperature
(5) Pop Corn
• Press 1time • Make one 100-gr. package of popcorn
prepared for use in a microwave oven.
Carefully read the instructions
on the package and place on
the turntable.
• Heat 1 frozen pre-cooked pizza (300 gr.).
• To reheat one pack (max. 300 gr. of frozen
pre-cooked food or a max. of 300 gr. of
frozen ready meals (eg. meat or vegetables).
• To reheat two packs (max. 550 gr. of
frozen pre-cooked food or a max. of 550
ge. of frozen ready meals (eg. meat or
vegetables).
Place the pizza right on the turntable.
If the pack is suitable for
microwave cooking, rest it
directly on the turntable.
Alternatively tip the contents of
the tray onto the serving plate
and cover it with transparent
film or an upturned plate.
• TO SET PRE-MEMORISED COOKING TIMES, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
Suggested for reheating foods
cooked and placed in the
refrigerator the previous day.
Cover with transparent film or
an upturned plate.
(12) Chilled Ready Meals
• Press 1time
• Press 2times
(13) Pizza frozen pre-cooked food
• Press 1time
• Press 2times
• Press 3times
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