Miele H 4044 BM User manual

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Convection microwave oven
H 4044 BM
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 979 370
en - US, CA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Guide to the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Function selector ..................................................11
Temperature selector ..............................................11
Touch controls ....................................................12
Display ..........................................................12
Oven accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Safety and energy saving features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Settings %. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Selecting cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Before using the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Enter time of day ..................................................24
Cleaning the appliance .............................................25
Heating the oven ..................................................25
Using the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Microwave .......................................................26
Combi functions...................................................27
Solo functions ....................................................28
Temperature indicator 3............................................28
Rapid Heat.......................................................28
End of a cooking process ...........................................29
Selecting cooking times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Automatic shut-off .................................................30
Delay start with automatic shut-off.....................................31
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Setting the timer...................................................33
Canceling the timer ................................................33
Contents
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Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Solo functions ....................................................34
Combi functions...................................................34
Microwave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Convection bake ..................................................36
Combination bake .................................................36
Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Convection broil...................................................37
Combination broil..................................................37
Maxi Broil ........................................................38
Micro Broil .......................................................38
Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Defrost / Heat and Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Interior ..........................................................41
Inside of door with door seal .........................................43
Front of appliance .................................................43
Accessories ......................................................44
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Changing the light bulb .............................................47
Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Appliance front dimensions ..........................................54
Installation .......................................................55
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When using electrical appliances always observe basic safety precautions,
including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
burns, electric shock, fire, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive
microwave energy:
Read all instructions before installing
or using the oven.
Read and follow the specific,
"PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY".
This appliance is intended for
residential use only. Only use the
appliance for its intended purpose.
This appliance complies with current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can lead to
personal injury and material
damage.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Use
~The appliance is intended for
domestic use only: defrosting, heating,
cooking, baking, roasting and broiling
of food.
It is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
~Do not use the appliance to store or
dehydrate flammable materials. This is
a fire hazard.
~Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
Children
~Children should not be left
unattended in an area where the
appliance is in use. Never allow
children to hang or lean on any part of
the appliance.
~Children should not use the unit
without supervision unless its operation
has been sufficiently explained so that
they can run it safely. Children must be
able to recognize potential hazards or
improper operation.
~Do not allow children to touch or
play in, on or near the oven when it is in
operation. The oven gets hot at the
oven door glass, the vapor vent, the
handle and the operating controls.
Danger of burns.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Technical Safety
~Installation, repair and maintenance
work should be performed by a Miele
authorized service technician in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations and the provided
installation instructions. Contact Miele’s
Technical Service Department for
examination, repair or adjustment.
Repairs and other work by unauthorized
persons could be dangerous and may
void the warranty.
~Before installation, make sure that
the voltage and frequency listed on the
data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
appliance damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
~To guarantee the electrical safety of
this appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effective
grounding system. It is imperative that
this basic safety requirement be met. If
there is any doubt, have the electrical
system of the house checked by a
qualified electrician.
~Before installing the oven, check for
externally visible damage. Do not
operate a damaged appliance.
~This appliance must not be installed
or operated outdoors.
~Do not install this appliance near
water, e.g. sink, wet basement,
swimming pool, etc.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electricity.
Extension cords do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance.
~The appliance must only be
operated after it has been correctly
installed into cabinetry.
~Under no circumstances open the
outer casing of the appliance.
~While the appliance is under
warranty repairs should only be
performed by an authorized service
technician. Otherwise the warranty is
void.
~Before servicing, disconnect the
appliance from the main power supply.
~Defective components should be
replaced by Miele original spare parts
only. Only with these parts can the
manufacturer guarantee the safety of
the appliance.
~Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
~This appliance is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft. However, under
certain conditions it may be possible for
installation in these applications. Please
contact the Miele Technical Service
Department with specific requirements.
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Safety
~Do not use corrosive chemicals or
vapors in this appliance.
~Do not use the oven to heat the
room. Due to the high temperatures
radiated, objects left near the oven
could catch fire.
~Times for cooking, heating and
defrosting food in the convection
microwave oven are shorter than that of
traditional food preparation methods.
Extensive microwaving could dry out
food and cause possible ignition. This
is a fire hazard
~Do not use the microwave function
to dry bread, flowers, herbs, etc. Use
the Convection Bake function.
~Do not heat cushions filled with
herbs, gel, etc. with the microwave
function. The cushions could ignite,
even once removed from the oven after
heating. This is a fire hazard.
~Do not use full power when warming
empty dishes or drying herbs. The lack
or minimal amount of food could cause
damage to the appliance.
~Do not use for cleaning and
disinfecting utensils and cookware.
There is a risk of burns from the high
temperatures from the utensil when it is
taken out of the oven. This is a fire
hazard.
~Supervise cooking with grease or
oils. Oils and grease could ignite.
~Never heat undiluted alcohol in the
microwave oven, it can easily ignite.
~If materials inside the oven ignite,
keep the oven door closed to avoid
fueling any flames. Turn the function
selector to "Off" and disconnect the
power supply.
~If smoke occurs in the oven, to avoid
fueling any flame, do not open the oven
door. Turn the function selector to "Off"
and disconnect the power supply. Do
not open the oven door until the smoke
has dispersed.
~To avoid corrosion damage from
condensation:
– Cover meals when cooking with the
Microwave Solo function.
– When using residual heat to keep
food warm leave the selected
function on and select the lowest
temperature. Do not turn the oven
off. Condensation from food and
drinks could cause damage at the
machine or the countertop and
cabinetry. Leaving the machine on
will keep the fan running to aid in
dissipating the condensation.
–Cover food stored in the oven
interior. Condensation from food and
drinks could cause corrosion
damage. It also prevents the food
from drying out.
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~Only use accessories approved by
Miele for use with this machine. Use of
other accessories may cause damage
and void the warranty.
~Do not lean, sit or place heavy items
on the open oven door. The machine
may be damaged. The door can hold a
max. of 17.5 lbs (8 kg).
~Do not cover or block any opening
on the appliance.
Microwave function
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY
Do not attempt to operate this oven
with the door open since open-door
operation can result in harmful
exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to damage or tamper
with the safety interlocks.
Do not place any object between the
oven front and the door or allow soil
or cleaner residue to accumulate on
sealing surfaces.
Do not operate the oven if it is
damaged. It is particularly important
that the oven door closes properly
and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent), (2) hinges and
latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
The oven should not be adjusted or
repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
~Do not operate the convection
microwave oven empty! The oven will
be damaged.
~Be sure to use cookware suitable for
the function being used. See "Selecting
cookware".
The provided combi rack is specially
designed for use in this oven.
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~Do not leave the appliance
unattended when heating food in
disposable, e.g. plastic, paper or other
flammable materials.
See "Selecting cookware".
~Do not use the oven to heat food in
heat retaining packaging, e.g. take-out
food bags.
This packaging contains a thin layer of
aluminum foil which reflects the
microwaves. This reflected energy can
cause the paper layer to ignite.
~Before serving food allow a
sufficient standing time. Always check
the temperature of the food itself after
taking it out of the microwave oven. Do
not judge by the plate temperature. The
heat is created in the food, the dishes
may stay cool to the touch.
~Always check the temperature
before serving heated baby food.
~Use a food thermometer to measure
the foods temperature. Do not use
thermometers containing mercury or
liquids, they are not suitable for high
temperatures and break easily.
~Always check that food is sufficiently
heated. The time required varies
depending on a number of factors,
such as initial temperature, quantity,
type and consistency of the food, and
changes in the recipe. Germs present
in the food are killed off only at a
sufficiently high temperature (> 158°F /
70°C) and after a sufficiently long time
(> 10 Min.). Select a longer cook time if
you are unsure if food is thoroughly
heated. To ensure temperature is
distributed evenly, stir and rotate food
occasionally time before serving.
~Never cook or reheat food and
liquids in sealed containers or bottles.
Remove the nipple or lid before heating
in the microwave oven. Built-up
pressure may cause them to burst.
Danger of injuries.
~When heating liquids, the provided
boiling wand should be placed into the
container.
When heating liquids, milk, sauces,
etc., in the oven without the boiling
wand, the boiling point of the liquid may
be reached without the production of
bubbles. The liquid will not boil evenly.
This "boiling delay" can cause a sudden
build up of steam bubbles, when the
container is removed from the oven or
shaken. This can lead to the liquid
boiling over suddenly and explosively.
Danger of burning!
The built-up pressure may force the
oven door open. This could result in
injury or damage. The boiling wand
ensures that the liquid boils evenly and
that steam bubbles form at an early
stage.
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~Eggs must only be cooked in their
shells in the microwave oven in a
specially designed egg-boiling device.
Hard-boiled eggs should not be
reheated in the microwave oven. The
eggs may burst, even once they have
been removed from the oven.
~Eggs can be cooked without their
shells in the microwave oven only if the
yolk membrane has been punctured
first. The pressure could otherwise
cause the egg yolk to explode. Danger
of injuries.
~Food with a thick skin or peel, such
as tomatoes, sausages and potatoes
should be pierced in several places
before cooking to allow steam to vent
and prevent the food from bursting.
~Do not use dishware with hollow
handles or lid knobs. Moisture can get
into the hollow parts. (The hollow parts
of some dishware can be vented).
Danger of built-up pressure and the
explosion of the hollow parts may
cause injuries.
Solo functions:
Rapid Heat, Convection Bake, Maxi
Broil, Convection Broil
Caution! Danger of burns!
When using solo functions the oven
interior gets very hot.
~Be sure to use cookware suitable for
the function being used. See "Selecting
cookware".
~Use pot holders when working with
a hot appliance. Especially the upper
heating element gets extremely hot
when using any broil function. Danger
of burning!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND REVIEW THEM
PERIODICALLY
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aFunction selector
bDisplay
cTouch controls V, OK, W, Timer
dTemperature selector
eHeating element
fLight
gThree level runners
hOven door
Guide to the oven
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