Medion MD 11471 User manual

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Contents
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Initial operation and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
About microwaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cooking and heating up in the microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Microwave-suitable materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Before first use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting up the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Heat appliance while empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Set the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The kitchen timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Child protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cooking and heating up with microwave energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Quick start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Automatic defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Grill mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Combi mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Automatic cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Error recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Safety instructions
Please read these operating instructions thoroughly and
follow 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.
Areas of use / Proper use
• This appliance is intended solely for household use. It may only be used
for warming up appropriate foodstuffs in suitable containers and dishes
(see “Size and shape of microwave-suitable containers” on page 11).
• 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!
• This device is not intended to be used by individuals with restricted
physical, sensory or intellectual abilities or lacking experience and/or
lacking knowledge (including children), unless they are being supervised
an individual responsible for their safety or receive instructions about how
the device is used from such an individual. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the device.
WARNING!
If you operate the appliance in combi or grill mode, then children may only
use the appliance under adult supervision due to the occurring
temperatures.

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Setting up and electrical connection
• Connect the microwave only with an appropriate 230 V~50 Hz safety
plug which has at least a 16 Amp fuse. Do not use 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 that 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.
• The device is free-standing. It is not intended to be built in.
WARNING!
Please observe the minimum safe distances and never 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 20 cm and 10cm on both sides and
the back must be observed. The openings in the
appliance may not be covered or blocked.
• Protect the appliance from water droplets or
spray. If the appliance does become wet then pull
out the plug immediately.
WARNING!
During use the touchable surfaces of the appliance may
become very hot!
Note!
Hot surface!

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Initial operation and use
Important information
• Never operate the microwave while empty, meaning without food in the
cooking chamber.
• Only use the included accessories, or accessories that have been
described as suitable in the instructions.
• Never use dishes with metal trimmings, metal utensils or the grill stand in
microwave mode as this could damage the appliance.
• After cooking with the grill the rotating dish will become very hot!
Therefore, make sure you use pot holders or heat-resistant gloves when
you remove it from the microwave.
• Use only microwave-suitable dishes. Look for markings such as
"Microwave-suitable" or "For the microwave" (see “Size and shape of
microwave-suitable containers” on page 11).
• Do not remove any of the microwave's panels from the inside or the inner
coating of the viewing window as this could lead to microwave radiation
leakage.
• Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
WARNING! Delayed boiling!
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. That is why you should use
caution when handling the liquid container.
There is a danger of scalding!
Therefore, always place a glass or ceramic rod in liquids that are to be
heated up. This will prevent sudden, belated boiling of the liquid.

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• Never heat up food in closed containers as they could easily explode. For
bottles and closeable containers, such as baby bottles, always remove
the closure beforehand.
• 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 hard-boiled eggs unless in
specially designed microwave-suitable containers.
WARNING
Eggs that are already boiled can explode, even after being removed from
the cooking chamber.
• 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 and baby bottles. Always stir
or shake the baby food before checking the temperature to avoid burns.

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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. In this case, immediately remove the mains plug from the
socket.
• Ensure that defective devices or damaged mains cables are repaired
immediately 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 Stop/Cancelar button.
• Then pull the plug out of the mains socket straight away.
WARNING!
If the housing, panels, door 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 that have a warming
effect on the food in the cooking space. Microwaves heat all non-metallic
objects. Therefore, do not use any metallic objects during microwave
operation. This heating effect works better if the foodstuff has a higher water
content.
To ensure optimal distribution of heat let food stand in the microwave 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 high 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 power = short time or low power = long
time.
The Microwave Oven
• A microwave generator, the so-called magnetron, generates the
microwaves and directs them into the cooking chamber.
• The inner walls reflect the microwaves inwards so that they cannot escape
from the interior.
• The microwave power and the cooking time can be set in several stages.
• After the cooking time has elapsed, or when the door is opened, the
magnetron turns off immediately.

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Cooking and heating up in the
microwave
General notes
• 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 as
necessary.
WARNING!
Overcooked food can start to smoke or even catch fire.
• Cover the food during cooking or heating with a microwave-suitable
cover. Covering the food helps avoid splashes; furthermore the food is
cooked more evenly.
• Foods such as chicken pieces or hamburgers should be turned once
during cooking to speed up cooking. Larger pieces such as roasts or roast
chicken must be turned at least once.
• It is also important to reposition food, e.g. with meatballs. After half of the
cooking time the food should be repositioned from top to bottom and from
the middle to the outside.

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Microwave-suitable materials
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 materials
• Porcelain, glass ceramic and heat-proof glass
• Plastics which are heat-proof and microwave-suitable (Caution: plastics
may become discoloured by foods or become warped by the heat)
• Baking paper.
Warning
Do not use porcelain, ceramic or plastic containers in grill or grill combi
mode. Do not use cling film either. Due to the very high temperatures the
materials could break, warp or even melt.
Conditionally suitable materials
• 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 if the manufacture
has labelled it "microwave-suitable".
• Aluminium foil. Do not use aluminium foil in large quantities. However,
you can use small pieces, e.g. to cover delicate parts. Cover the corners
of containers to prevent boiling over, as the microwave energy is
concentrated primarily on the corners. Keep a distance of 2.5 cm between
the foil and the inner wall.
• 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.

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Non-suitable materials
• Metal, i.e. metal pots, pans and lids.
Warning
Metal in the cooking space can lead to sparks! These can destroy the
appliance or the viewing window! Therefore use the supplied grill only in
the grill or combi mode.
• Dishes with metal parts (handles, decoration or bottoms) or with gold or
silver décor can also lead to sparks in microwave operation.
• Crystal or lead crystal can shatter, coloured glass may become
discoloured.
• Any materials that are not heat-proof can lose their shape or even burn.
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. Then press the button
Menú/Hora twice to start the microwave at the highest power setting. If
you find 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.
WARNING!
As soon as you notice sparks, flashes or even fire, turn off the microwave
immediately using the
Stop/Cancelar button!

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Overview of suitable materials for the microwave and grill
The following list is a general guide to help you choose the correct cooking
dishes:
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.
Cooking dishes Microwave
Combi mode
(microwave +
grill)
Grill
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
Setting up the unit
• Make sure that all packaging materials were removed from the appliance
and from the inside of the door.
Warning
The screwed on cover in the cooking space is not part of the packaging
and must not be removed!
Note:
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 is dented
or damaged. If you discover any damage, do not use the microwave. In this
case please contact our customer service.
• Do not place the microwave near 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.
Warning
The microwave is intended for household use and may not be used out of
doors!
• Connect the microwave to a 230V~50Hz safety plug.

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Heat appliance while empty
Before using the microwave the appliance must be heated up while empty first
so that production residues can evaporate. Turn on the appliance in the grill
mode without any food and accessories as follows.
• Open the door and remove any packaging or accessory parts from the
cooking chamber. Then close the door again.
•PresstheGrill button once. You have selected the grill mode. The
symbol will appear in the display.
• Use the turning knob Menú/Hora to set a cooking time of 10 minutes.
•Pressthe Menú/Hora button to start the heating process.
Note:
During this initial heating period you may notice faint odours. These vapours
are not dangerous and will disappear after a short time. Make sure you
have adequate ventilation, e. g. by opening a window.
• After 10 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 thoroughly dry it off.
Using accessories
After the microwave has been heated up in an empty state as described
above, it may never again be put into operation without properly placed roll
star and rotating dish.
• Put the roll star in the cooking chamber over the drive axis.
• Place the rotating dish on the roll star in such a way that the notches in the
rotating dish lock onto the drive axis.

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Operation
Every time a button is pressed you will hear a signal tone as confirmation.
Set the time
When the microwave is operated for the first time, or if the power supply was
interrupted, the display will show "1:01". Set the clock as described in the
following example:
Let us assume you would like to set the time to 13:56 hours.
1. Press the Reloj button. The clock symbol in the display will blink.
2. Turn the Menú/Hora control to 13 hours.
3. Press the Reloj button.
4. Turn the Menú/Hora control to 56 minutes.
5. Press the Reloj button as confirmation; the clock is now set to 13:56
hours and the clock symbol in the display now lights up permanently.
To read the current time of day while the microwave is in operation, press the
Reloj button; the time will be shown for 5 seconds in the display.
The kitchen timer
With the timer function, you can set a time. At the end of this period of time
you will hear a signal tone. This function is independent of the microwave
operation.
1. Press the Temporizador de cocina button.
2. Turn the Drehen Sie das Drehrad Menú/Hora control to the desired time
(95 minutes at maximum).
3. Press the Menú/Hora button.

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Child protection
1. Press the Stop/Cancelar button and keep it
pressed for 3 seconds. You will hear a beep and
the indicator lamp of the child protection will
light up. The buttons and the control of the
microwave are now without function.
2. To deactivate the child protection, press the Stop/Cancelar button and
again keep it pressed for 3 seconds until you hear a beep and the child
protection display extinguishes.

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Cooking and heating up with microwave
energy
To cook just with microwave energy, proceed as follows:
1. Press the Potencia button once or several times to select a power setting
according to the following table:
Press the
"Potencia"
button
Readout in the display Power
(Watt)
1 x 800 W
2 x 640 W
3 x 480 W
4 x 320 W
5 x 160 W

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2. Then turn the Menú/Hora control to set the desired cooking time in the
following time intervals.
The longest cooking time is 95 minutes.
The symbol "Operational Readiness" flashes at the
same time.
3. Press the Menú/Hora button. The cooking
process starts.
End of cooking process
After every cooking process is over, you will hear a beep End will be shown
in the display in order to show that the cooking process is ended.
– Open the door or press the Stop/Cancelar button. You will hear three
signal tones every two minutes until you open the door or press the Stop/
Cancelar button.
WARNING!
Since the food or the containers can be very hot, use pot holders or heat-
proof gloves by all means when removing the food from the cooking
chamber.
Interrupt or prematurely cancel the programme
To turn over the food or to stir it, e.g. after half of the elapsed cooking time, it
is often necessary to interrupt the programme.
–PresstheStop/Cancelar button once or open the door to interrupt the
programme. The symbol "Operational Readiness" flashes in the display.
6 x
No power;
Timer, e. g. to let
the food stand after
cooking
From 10 seconds to 5 minutes: in 10-second intervals
From 5:30 to 10 minutes: in 30-second intervals
From 11 to 30 minutes: in 60-second intervals
From 35 to 95 minutes: in 5-minute intervals

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– After closing the door again, press Menú/Hora to continue the
cooking process.
–PresstheStop/Cancelar button twice to definitely cancel the programme
prematurely.
Timer (let food stand)
Your microwave has a timer which emits a signal tome after the preset time has
elapsed. When the power setting 00 is set, the timer runs without the switched
on microwave. This is helpful, for example, when you would like to leave the
heated food in the microwave to stand while using the rotating dish.
Let us assume you would like to set the time to 3 minutes.
1. Press the Potencia button six times until 00 appears in the display.
2. Turn the Menú/Hora control to 3:00.
3. Press the Menú/Horabutton.
Quick start
If you press the Menú/Hora button without selecting a power setting
beforehand, the cooking programme will begin at the highest power setting
(800 Watt).
– To increase the cooking time, press the Menú/Horabutton quickly
several times:
press once: 0:30 minutes;
press twice: 01:00 minutes;
press 3 times: 01:30 minutes;
press 4 times: 02:00 minutes;
press 5 times: 02:30 minutes;
press 6 times: 03:30 minutes;
press 7 times: 04:30 minutes;
etc. in 60 second intervals until a maximum of 12 minutes.

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Automatic defrost
You can also use your microwave to defrost, e. g.
meat, poultry and fish. The defrost time and power
setting are set automatically as soon as you enter the
weight of the food to be defrosted. The scale for the
weight of the frozen goods ranges from 100 to 1,800
grams.
Let us assume you would like to defrost 600 grams.
1. Press the Descongélación button.
2. Turn the control Time/Menu to 600 g.
3. Press the Time/Menu button. The defrost symbol and the
AUTO display will appear.
Grill mode
The longest grill time is 95 minutes.
The grill function is especially useful for thin slices of meat, steaks, minced
meat, kebabs, sausages or pieces of chicken. It is also suitable for baked
sandwiches and gratin dishes.
WARNING!
Observe the minimum safe distances of the appliance to a wall and never
cover the ventilation slots.
Let us assume you would like to grill for 8 minutes.
1. Press the Grill button once.
2. Turn the Menú/Hora control to 08:00.
3. Press the Menú/Hora button to start the
grilling process.

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Combi mode
The combi mode combines the microwave and grill modes. Two combi
programmes are available. Both have a maximum cooking time of 95 minutes.
Combination 1
With this setting, 30% of the time is used for cooking/heating with the
microwave, and 70% for grilling.
Use this setting for fish, potatoes or gratin dishes.
Let us assume you would like to set the cooking function Combination 1 for 25
minutes.
1. Press the Combi button once.
2. Set the Menú/Hora control to 25:00.
3. Press the Menú/Hora button. COMB1 will
appear in the display.
Combination 2
With this setting, 55 % of the time is used for cooking/heating with the
microwave, and 45 % for grilling.
Use this setting for puddings, omelettes, backed potatoes and poultry.
Let us assume you would like to set the cooking function Combination 2 for 12
minutes.
1. Press the Combi button twice.
2. Set the Menú/Hora control to 12:00.
3. Press the Menú/Horabutton. COMB2 will
appear in the display.