Medeli DD505 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Areas of use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setting up and electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Initial operation and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
About microwaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cooking and heating up in the microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before first use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
The meaning of the display symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Mounting the glass dish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mounting the grill stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Heat appliance while empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting clock time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Microwave/Grill Combi Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hot Air/Hot Air Combi Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using the defrost function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cooking in two stages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the automatic programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Timer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Hints for cooking with autoprogrammes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cleaning, disposa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Child security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Checking settings while cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Areas of use
• This appliance is intended solely for household use. It should only be used
for warming up appropriate foodstuffs in microwave-suitable containers
and dishes.
• When warming up meals in plastic or paper containers it is necessary to
monitor the appliance constantly because of the danger of fire.
• The microwave is not intended for the preparation of foods which require
frying. The appliance is also not intended for drying out objects. Caution!
This could cause a fire!
• Children should only use this appliance without adult supervision if they
have been given sufficient instructions to use the appliance safely and are
aware of the dangers of misuse.
Please read these operating instructions thoroughly
and follow them and the safety notes in particular
before using the appliance for the first time!
Anything done to or with this appliance should only be
undertaken as described in the operating instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place for further use.
If you pass on this microwave to a third party, please
include these instructions.
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Setting up and electrical connection
• Connect the microwave only with an appropriate 230V~50Hz safety plug
which has at least a 16 Amp fuse. To prevent tripping, please avoid using
an extension cable.
• Ensure that the power cable is undamaged and does not run underneath
the appliance or over any hot surfaces.
• The microwave should be set up on a level, stable surface, which is able
to carry the weight of the appliance as well as the food which is to be
prepared within it. Only set up the microwave in a safe, dry environment.
• Please pay attention to the minimum safe
distances and under no circumstances cover the
ventilation slots. Do not place any objects on the
microwave as these may become hot during use.
To ensure adequate ventilation a minimum safe
clearance distance of 30cm and 10cm on both
sides must be observed. The openings in the
appliance should not be covered or blocked.
• Protect the device from water droplets or spray. If the appliance does
become wet then pull out the plug immediately.
Warning!
During use the touchable surfaces may become very hot!
Attention!
Hot surface!
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Initial operation and use
• Use only the supplied accessories or those approved by us (see
“Microwave-suitable materials and objects” on page 10.).
• Never operate the appliance while empty.
• Use only microwave-suitable dishes. Look for markings such as
"Microwave-suitable" or "For the microwave".
• Never use dishes with metal trimmings, metal utensils or the grill stand in
microwave mode as this could damage the appliance.
• Do not remove any of the microwave's panels or the inner coating of the
viewing window as this could lead to microwave radiation leakage.
• Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• The appliance should be cleaned regularly and food particles should be
removed.
• Poor appliance hygiene can lead to damage of the surfaces, which in turn
can reduce the lifespan of the appliance and even lead to dangerous
situations.
Attention!
When heating liquids in the microwave so-called "delayed boiling"
can occur, i.e. the liquid has reached boiling temperature without
beginning to bubble as boiling liquids normally do. Agitation, for
instance when removing the liquid from the appliance, can lead to
a sudden boiling up of the liquid.
Warning!
There is a danger of scalding!
Therefore: always place a glass or ceramic rod in liquids that are
to be heated up. This will hinder sudden, belated boiling of the
liquid.
• Never heat up foods in closed containers. With bottles, such as baby
bottles, always remove the lid; otherwise there is a danger of explosion.
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• With foods that have a firm skin, e.g. sausages or tomatoes, make small
slits in the skin so that they do not burst during cooking.
• Do not try to warm up eggs in their shells or pre-boiled eggs unless in
specially designed microwave-suitable containers.
Warning!
Eggs which are already boiled can explode, even after being
removed from the oven.
• After heating, stir the food if possible to ensure even temperatures,
otherwise let the food stand for a short time.
• Check the temperature before eating food cooked in the microwave.
Special care must be taken with baby food. Always stir or shake the baby
food before checking the temperature to avoid burns.
Faults
• Avoid damaging the appliance or the power cable.
• Always check the cable and the appliance before each use.
• If you detect any damage do not use the appliance under any
circumstances. Immediately remove the mains plug from the socket.
• Ensure that defective devices are repaired, or damaged mains cables
replaced, by a specialist workshop or contact your Medion Service Centre
to reduce risks.
Warning!
It is dangerous for untrained persons to carry out repair or
maintenance work which requires the removal of the plates which
are in place to prevent the escape of microwave radiation.
• If you see smoke, keep the door closed to prevent fire from breaking out,
or to smother flames which have already broken out, and immediately turn
off the appliance using the Cancel/Stop button.
• Then pull the plug out of the mains socket straight away.
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Warning!
If the housing, door, door seal or the door catch is damaged then
do not use the appliance under any circumstances. Have the
appliance repaired immediately by a specialist workshop or
contact your Medion Service Centre.
• Ensure that the microwave is not placed near any heat source or in an area
where it could come into contact with water.
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About microwaves
Microwaves are high-frequency electromagnetic waves which have a
warming effect on the food within the oven. Microwaves heat all non-metallic
objects. Therefore, do not place any metallic objects in the microwave oven.
This heating effect works better the higher the water content of the foodstuff.
To ensure optimal distribution of heat let food stand for a minute or two after
cooking.
The effect of microwaves on foodstuffs
• Microwaves penetrate foodstuffs to a depth of up to 3cm.
• They heat up water, fat and sugar molecules (foodstuffs with a higher water
content are heated more intensively).
• This heat then works its way – slowly – throughout the food and has a
defrosting, heating and cooking effect on the food.
• The cooking chamber and the air within are not heated (the food container
is heated mainly by the hot food).
• Each foodstuff requires a certain amount of energy to cook or defrost. As
a rule of thumb we can say high energy = short time or low energy = long
time.
The Microwave Oven
• A microwave generator, the so-called magnetron, generates the
microwaves and directs them into the cooking space.
• The inner walls reflect the microwaves inwards so that they cannot escape
from the interior.
• The rotary plate helps ensure even distribution of the microwaves onto the
food.
• The microwave power can be set in several steps; the cooking/defrosting
time is continuously variable.
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• After the cooking time has elapsed, or when the door is opened, the
magnetron turns off immediately.
Cooking and heating up in the microwave
• To arrange food so that it cooks properly place the food with the largest
pieces towards the outer edge.
• Note the exact cooking or heating times.
• Choose the shortest available cooking or heating time and extend it if
necessary. Overcooked food can start to smoke or even catch fire.
• Cover food during cooking or heating. Covering the food helps avoid
splashes; furthermore the food is more evenly cooked.
• Foods such as chicken pieces or hamburgers should be turned once during
cooking to speed up cooking. Larger pieces such as joints or roasting
chickens must be turn at least once.
• It is also important to reposition food, e.g. with meatballs. After half of the
cooking time is over the food should be repositioned from top to bottom and
from the middle to the outside.
Microwave-suitable materials and objects
You can buy special dishes and accessories for your microwave. Look for
markings such as "Microwave-suitable" or "For the microwave". You can also
use your existing dishes – if the material is suitable.
Suitable products include:
• Porcelain, glass ceramic and heat-proof glass
• Plastics which are heat-proof and microwave-suitable (note: plastics may
become discoloured by foods or become warped by the heat)
• Baking paper and foil
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Note:
Do not use porcelain, ceramic or plastic containers in grill or grill
combi mode. Cling film should also not be used. Due to the very high
temperatures the materials could break, warp or even melt.
Suitable in most cases are:
• Stoneware and ceramics. Use clay containers only for defrosting and for
short cooking times because the air and water content of the material could
cause the clay to crack or break.
• Dishes with gold or silver décor should only be used when the manufacture
has labelled it "microwave-suitable".
• Aluminium foil, if used in small pieces to protect delicate parts, in order to
prevent overcooking in the corners in which the microwave energy is
mainly concentrated. However, do not use too much aluminium foil and
ensure that it does not come within 2.5cm of the inner walls.
• Aluminium containers (e. g. those for ready-to-serve meals) are suitable,
but they must be at least 3cm high to be used in the microwave.
Unsuitable products include:
• Metal, i.e. metal pots, pans and lids.
Attention!
Metal in the cooking space can lead to sparks! These can damage
the appliance or the viewing window! Therefore use the supplied
grill only in grill or combi mode.
• Dishes with metal parts (handles, decoration or bottoms) or with gold or
silver décor can also lead to sparks.
• Crystal or lead crystal can shatter, coloured glass may become
discoloured.
• Any materials which are not heat-proof can lose shape or even burn.
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Note:
To test whether a dish is suitable for use in the microwave, put some
water in the container and place it in the microwave. Press the button
Micro/Micro+Grill and choose the highest power setting (100) using
the dial. Start the microwave with the Start/OK button for one minute.
If you ascertain that the container is hotter than the food, then it is not
suitable for the microwave. Microwave-suitable dishes are only
warmed by the heat of the food.
Attention!
As soon as you notice sparks, flashes or even fire, then turn off the
microwave immediately using the Cancel/Stop button!
Size and shape of microwave-suitable containers
Flat, broad containers are better than narrow, tall ones. "Flat" foods can be
cooked more evenly.
Round or oval containers are better than angular ones. There is a danger of
local overheating in the corners.
The following list is a general guide to help you choose the correct cooking
dishes:
Cooking dishes for
combi cooking
In the
microwave
Combi mode Grilling
Heatproof glass Yes Yes Yes
Non-heatproof glass No No No
Heatproof ceramic Yes Yes Yes
Microwave-suitable plastic
dishes
Yes No No
Kitchen paper Yes No No
Metal No No Yes
Metal grill No No Yes
Aluminium foil and foil
containers
No No Yes
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BEFORE FIRST USE
• Completely unpack the appliance and accessories and check that all the
parts are present before throwing away the packaging. An overview of all
the parts can be found on the cover page of these instructions.
Your microwave is wrapped in packaging to protect it against
transportation damage. Packaging is raw material and can be re-
used or added to the recycling system.
The meaning of the display symbols
1. Microwave operation
(flashes during all microwave
operations)
2. Hot air operation
(flashes during all hot air
operations)
3. Grill operation (flashes during
grill operation)
4. Defrosting (flashes during defrosting operation)
5. Child protection (lights up when child protection is activated)
6. Automatic programme (lights up during an automatic programme)
7. Temperature control (during hot air operation)
8. Weight entry field (lights up when entering weight)
9. Temperature read out (during hot air operation shows the progress of
the heating up process from 140°C to 230°C in steps of 10°)
10. Number display
Note:
Please note that several symbols may be displayed at the same time!
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Mounting the
glass dish
• Place the roller ring
into the middle of the
cooking space.
• Place the glass dish
onto the roller ring and
position it so that it
clicks into the drive axis.
Mounting the grill
stand
• For grilling or hot air
operation place the grill
stand with the grill
upwards in the middle
of the glass dish.
Attention!
Do not place the grill stand into the cooking space during
microwave operation!
• Set up the microwave as described in the section “Setting up and electrical
connection” on page 5.
• Ensure that the microwave is not placed near any heat source or in an area
where it could come into contact with water.
• Do not place any objects (vases, covers etc.) onto the appliance.
• Check that all the accessories are present before throwing away the
packaging.
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• Before you use your new microwave with grill and hot air for the first time,
please clean the appliance and all accessories to remove any possible
production residues.
• Remove the protective foil from the appliance and the control panel.
• Clean all accessories in hot water with a mild detergent and dry them off.
• Clean the appliance carefully inside and out with a damp cloth and then dry
it off.
Heat appliance while empty
Before first use, the microwave must be heated up empty one time for
cleaning before using it with food.
• Turn on the appliance without any food and without accessories in hot air
mode. To do this press the Hot air/Micro+Hot air button and turn the dial
right until the display shows 230° C.
• Press the Start/OK button. Then turn the dial right until a cooking time of
20:00 minutes is displayed.
• Press the Start/OK button. During this initial heating period you may notice
faint odours. These smells are not dangerous and will disappear after a
short time.
• Ensure that ventilation is adequate.
• After 20 minutes the appliance turns itself off automatically. Wait until it has
completely cooled down.
• Remove the plug from the socket and then clean the appliance once more
inside and out with a damp cloth and then dry it off.
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Attention!
Do not remove the protective foil on the inside of the door or the
card on the right of the cooking space otherwise microwaves could
escape!
Check the microwave for any damage – e.g. if the door is crooked or bent,
door seals and other seals are damaged, hinges and the closing mechanism
are defective or loose, or if the interior of the appliance or the door are dented
or damaged. If you discover any damage, do not use the microwave. In this
case please contact our customer service.
Attention!
In case of any kind of damage the appliance should not be
connected to the mains. Have the appliance repaired immediately
by a specialist workshop or contact the service hotline.
• Plug the appliance in to an appropriate safety socket (230 V ~ 50 Hz).
• Do not place the microwave near to any heat sources, in a location prone
to wetness or high humidity, or in the immediate vicinity of inflammable
materials.
• The feet must not be removed.
• Do not use the microwave without properly installing the rotating glass dish,
the roller ring and the shaft.
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OPERATION
Every time a button is pressed you will hear a beep.
Setting clock time
As soon as the microwave is connected to the power the display shows 0:00.
To set the clock proceed as follows:
• Press the Clock/Timer. button. The numbers for the hours display will
flash in the display.
• Use the dial to set the hours.
• Press the Clock/Timer button to confirm the entry for the hours. The
numbers for the minutes display will flash in the display.
• Use the dial to set the minutes.
• Press the Clock/Timer button to confirm your entry.
Note
If you press the Cancel/Stop button while setting the clock or press
no button at all for over a minute the display will revert to its previous
position.
Microwave/Grill Combi Operation
After pressing the Micro/Micro+Grill button you must choose the
appropriate settings for both types of operation.
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Microwave
• Press the Micro/Micro+Grill button. The display P100 will appear as well
as the symbol for microwave operation.
• Use the dial to choose a performance setting from 10% to 100% and press
the Start/OK button to confirm.
• Use the dial to set a cooking time of up to 95 minutes.
• Press the Start/OKbutton to start cooking. The symbol flashes during
the operation.
The following table shows the relation between the performance in percent
and in watt:.
Microwave/Grill Operation
• Press the Micro/Micro+Grill button.
• Use the dial to choose one of the grill settings G-1 to G-3 and press the
Start/OK button to confirm.
• Use the dial to set a cooking time of up to 95 minutes.
• Press the Start/OKbutton to start cooking. The symbol flashes during
the operation.
An overview of the characteristics of the three grill levels
PERFORMANCE
PERC.(%)102030405060708090100
WATT 85 170 255 340 425 510 595 680 765 850
Grill level/
Display
Performance
G -1 100% Grill
G -2 36% Microwave/64% Grill
G -3 55% Microwave/45% Grill
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Note:
To check whether you have set the grill programme. During grilling
only the heating element and the ventilator are in operation. When the
cooking time reaches the half-way stage you will hear two beeps to
remind you to turn over the food. If, after a minute, no entry has been
made the cooking process will resume.
Hot Air/Hot Air Combi Operation
As in the last section, after pressing the Hot air/Micro+Hot air button you
must choose the appropriate settings for both types of operation.
Hot Air Operation
In the hot air operation, the row of squares at the bottom of the diplays
indicates the temperature which is currently reached:
- The first square lit up permanently: 140 °C;
- the first two sqares lit up permanently: 150 °C;
- the first three sqares lit up permanently: 160 °C,
etc.
As long as a square flashes, the temperature is not
reached yet.
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HOT AIR OPERATION WITH PRE-HEATING
• Press the Hot air/Micro+Hot air button.
• Use the dial to choose a temperature from 140 °C to 230 °C and press the
Start/OK button to confirm.
• Press the Start/OK button again to start pre-heating. The symbol
flashes during the operation.
• When the selected temperature is reached 5 beeps will be heard.
• Open the door and place the food in the oven.
• Use the dial to set the cooking time and press the Start/OK button to
confirm. The symbol flashes during the cooking time.
When the temperature is reached, the microwave oven will keep this
temperature for 5 minutes. If the cooking process is not started during
these 5 minutes, the oven switches off automatically and the display
will show the time again.
HOT AIR OPERATION WITHOUT PRE-HEATING
• Place the food in the oven.
• Press the Hot air/Micro+Hot air button.
• Use the dial to choose a temperature from 140 °C to 230 °C and press the
Start/OK button to confirm.
• Use the dial to set a cooking time of up to 95 minutes.
• Press the Start/OK button to start cooking. The symbol flashes during
the operation.
Hot Air Combi Operation
• Press the Hot air/Micro+Hot air button.
• Use the dial to choose one of the hot air settings C1 to C4 and press the
Start/OK button to confirm.
• Use the dial to set a cooking time of up to 95 minutes.
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• Press the Start/OK button to start cooking. During this operation the
symbol and the microwave symbol will flash in the display.
In order to reach the set hot air temperature in the minimum time, the
hot air function will be supported by the grill function. Therefore, the
display will show the symbol for the grill as well as the symbol
for the hot air during the cooking process.
An overview of the characteristics of the four hot air levels:
Using the defrost function
• Press the Defrost button. The display now shows dEF 1.
• Turn the dial to enter the weight of the food to be defrosted. The symbols
, , and will appear in the display.
• Press the Start/OK button to start defrosting. The symbol will flash in
the display, this means that the defrosting process has begun.
Cooking in two stages
To make cooking more convenient you can also programme two cooking
programmes to run one after the other.
• To do this, choose one function (e. g. microwave) and confirm your entries
as described previously. However, do not press the Start/OK button to
start cooking.
• Now set another function (e. g. hot air) and confirm your entries.
• Press the Start/OKbutton to start cooking. The two stages will take place
one after the other.
Hot Air Level/
Display
Performance
C - 160 % Microwave / 40 % Hot Air
C - 251 % Microwave / 49 % Hot Air
C - 340 % Microwave / 60 % Hot Air
C - 427 % Microwave / 73 % Hot Air
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Note:
The defrost function can only be set as stage number one.
The "Cooking in two stages" function is not available for automatic
programmes.
Using the automatic programmes
• Press the Auto Menu key.
• Use the dial to select one of the automatic programmes "A1-A8".
• Press the Start/OKbutton to confirm the chosen auto-programme.
• Turn the dial to enter the weight of the food to be cooked for programmes
"A1-A7" or the portions for the programme "A8".
• Press the Start/OKbutton to start the automatic programme.
Table of the weight-dependent automatic programmes
Auto-
programme A1 A2 A3 A4
Setting on
dial
Reheat Rice Vegetables Chicken
1 140 g 50 g 100 g 400 g
2 210 g 100 g 200 g 600 g
3 280 g 150 g 300 g 800 g
4 350 g 200 g 400 g 1 kg
5 470 g 250 g 500 g 1.2 kg
6 500 g 600 g 1.5 kg
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