Miele H 6400 BM User manual

Operating and installation instructions
Microwave combination oven
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
M.-Nr. 09 830 140en-GB

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7
Caring for the environment.........................................22
Overview ........................................................23
Controls ........................................................24
On/Off sensor K..................................................25
Function selector ..................................................25
Functions .....................................................25
Rotary selector....................................................25
Sensor controls ...................................................25
Display ..........................................................28
Features ........................................................30
Model numbers ...................................................30
Data plate .......................................................30
Items supplied ....................................................30
Accessories supplied and available to order ............................30
Glass tray .....................................................31
Rack with non-tip safety notches ...................................31
Oven controls.....................................................35
Safety features ....................................................35
System lock 0..................................................35
Cooling fan ....................................................35
Safety switch-off ................................................35
PerfectClean treated surfaces ........................................36
Using for the first time.............................................37
Basic settings ....................................................37
Heating up the oven for the first time...................................39
Settings.........................................................40
Settings overview..................................................40
Calling up the Settings menu.........................................42
To change and save settings ......................................42
Language J......................................................42
Time ............................................................43
Display .......................................................43
Clock format ...................................................43
Set...........................................................43
Date ............................................................43
Lighting .........................................................43
Display brightness .................................................44
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Buzzer tones .....................................................44
Melody .......................................................44
Solo tone ......................................................44
Keypad tone .....................................................44
Units............................................................45
Weight........................................................45
Temperature ...................................................45
Quick MW .......................................................45
Popcorn .........................................................45
Keeping warm ....................................................46
Cooling fan run-on .................................................46
Recommended temperatures ........................................47
Recommended power levels .........................................47
System lock 0....................................................48
Showroom programme .............................................48
Demo mode ...................................................48
Factory default ....................................................49
Minute minder N.................................................50
Using the minute minder N..........................................50
To set the minute minder .........................................50
To change the time set for the minute minder .........................51
To cancel the time set for the minute minder ..........................51
Overview of functions .............................................52
Functions which do not use microwave energy ..........................52
Microwave solo _................................................52
Microwave combination programmes ..................................53
Microwave power .................................................54
How it works......................................................54
Power levels......................................................54
Suitable containers for microwave use ...............................55
Suitable containers for microwave use .................................55
Unsuitable .......................................................57
Testing dishes for their suitability .....................................58
Placing the dish in the oven..........................................59
Cover ...........................................................59
Tips on saving energy .............................................61
Using residual heat..............................................61
Energy save mode ..............................................61
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Functions without microwave power.................................62
Simple operation ..................................................62
Cooling fan.......................................................62
Using the oven - further functions .....................................63
Changing the function ..............................................63
Changing the temperature...........................................64
Rapid heat-up ....................................................65
Pre-heating the oven.............................................65
Setting the duration ................................................66
Switching off automatically ........................................66
Switching on and off automatically ..................................67
Sequence of a programme that switches on and off automatically .........67
Changing the set time............................................68
Cancelling cooking ..............................................68
Microwave solo _...............................................69
Simple operation ..................................................69
Cooling fan.......................................................69
Using the oven - further functions .....................................70
Changing the power level ...........................................70
Changing the cooking duration .......................................70
Changing the function ..............................................70
Setting further durations ............................................71
Switching on and off automatically ..................................71
Sequence of a programme that switches on and off automatically .........72
Changing the set time............................................72
Deleting a finish time ............................................73
Cancelling cooking ..............................................73
Microwave combination programmes ................................74
Simple operation ..................................................74
At the end of the cooking duration ..................................75
Cooling fan.......................................................75
Using the oven - further functions .....................................76
Changing the power level ...........................................76
Changing the temperature...........................................76
Rapid heat-up ....................................................76
Changing the function ..............................................76
Setting further durations ............................................77
Setting the duration for microwave cooking ...........................77
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Quick-MW W.....................................................78
Popcorn Æ.....................................................79
Automatic programmes............................................80
Overview of food categories .........................................80
To use an Automatic programme .....................................80
Notes on using these programmes .................................81
User programmes ................................................82
To create a User programme ........................................82
To start a User programme ..........................................84
To change User programmes ........................................85
Change cooking stages ..........................................85
Change name ..................................................86
To delete User programmes .........................................87
Baking ..........................................................88
Notes on the baking chart ...........................................89
Baking chart......................................................90
Roasting ........................................................92
Notes on the roasting chart ..........................................93
Roasting chart ....................................................94
Grilling .........................................................96
Notes on the grilling chart ...........................................96
Grilling chart .....................................................99
Microwave defrosting, reheating and cooking ........................100
Charts for defrosting, reheating and cooking food .......................103
Chart for defrosting food.........................................104
Chart for reheating food .........................................105
Chart for cooking food ..........................................106
Further applications .............................................107
Defrost .........................................................108
Gentle bake .....................................................109
Drying .........................................................110
Reheat .........................................................111
Heat crockery ...................................................111
Prove dough ....................................................112
Pizza ..........................................................112
Frozen food / Ready meals .........................................113
Note for test institutes............................................114
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Test food acc. to EN 60350 (Function: Microwave solo _)................114
Test food acc. to EN 60350 (functions without microwave power) ...........115
Cleaning and care ...............................................116
Unsuitable cleaning agents .........................................116
Tips ...........................................................117
Normal soiling ...................................................117
Stubborn soiling..................................................118
Lowering the top heat/grill element ...................................119
Problem solving guide ...........................................120
After Sales / Guarantee ...........................................126
Electrical connection.............................................127
Building-in diagrams .............................................128
Appliance and niche dimensions ....................................128
Installation in a tall unit ..........................................128
Installation in a base unit ........................................129
Front dimensions .................................................130
Installation .....................................................131
Addresses......................................................135
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This appliance complies with statutory safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important notes on installation, safety, use and
maintenance.
Miele cannot be held liable for non-compliance with these
instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the contents. Pass them on to any future owner.
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Correct application
~This oven is intended for use in domestic households and similar
working and residential environments.
~The oven is not intended for outdoor use.
~It is intended for domestic use only to cook food, and in particular
to bake, roast, grill, cook, reheat, defrost and dry food.
Any other use is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous.
~Do not use the microwave combination oven to store or dry items
which could ignite easily.
If such items were dried in the microwave oven, the moisture in the
item would evaporate causing it to dry out and even self-ignite.
~People with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience or knowledge who are not able to use the
appliance safely on their own must be supervised whilst using it.
They may only use it unsupervised if they have been shown how to
use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
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Safety with children
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
~Children 8 years and older may only use the oven unsupervised if
they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and
understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the oven and do not let
them play with it.
~Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must
be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing,
children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their
head and suffocate.
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~Danger of burning.
Children's skin is far more sensitive to high temperatures than that of
adults. External parts of the oven such as the door glass, control
panel and the vents become quite hot during use. Do not let
children touch the oven whilst it is in use.
~Danger of injury
The oven door can support a maximum weight of 8 kg. Do not let
children sit on the door, lean against it or swing on it.
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Technical safety
~Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and
repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
~Never use a damaged oven. It could be dangerous. Check it for
visible signs of damage before using it.
~Operating a damaged appliance can result in microwave leakage
and present a hazard to the user. Do not use the appliance if:
–the door is warped,
– the door hinges are loose,
– holes or cracks are visible in the casing, the door, the door seal or
the oven interior walls.
~The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician.
~To avoid the risk of damage to the oven, make sure that the
connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match
the mains electricity supply before connecting the oven to the
mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
~Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (fire hazard).
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~For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
~The oven must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g. on a
ship).
~Tampering with electrical connections or components and
mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause
operational faults.
Never open the casing of the appliance.
~While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
guarantee is invalidated.
~Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when
genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty
components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
~If the connection cable is damaged or if the oven is supplied
without a cable, it must be replaced or fitted with a special
connection cable by a Miele authorised technician (see "Electrical
connection").
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~During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply, e.g. if the
oven lighting is faulty (see "Problem solving guide" and "Electrical
connection").
~In order to function correctly, the oven requires an adequate
supply of cool air. Ensure that the supply of cool air is not impaired
(e.g. by heat insulation strips in the housing unit). Please also ensure
that the cool air supply is not unduly heated by other heat sources
such as a solid fuel stove.
~If the oven is installed behind a furniture panel (e.g. a door),
ensure that the door is never closed whilst the oven is in use. Heat
and moisture can build up behind a closed furniture panel and
cause subsequent damage to the oven, the housing unit and the
floor. Do not close the door until the oven has cooled down
completely.
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Correct use
,Danger of burning.
The oven becomes hot when in use.
Depending on function being used, you could burn yourself on
the heating elements, oven interior, cooked food or oven
accessories.
Wear oven gloves when placing food in the oven, turning or
removing it and when adjusting oven shelves etc. in a hot oven.
~Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near the oven
when it is in use could start to burn.
Do not use the oven to heat up the room.
~Oil and fat can ignite if overheated. Never leave the oven
unattended when cooking with oil and fat. Do not use the oven for
deep fat frying.
Never use water to extinguish ignited oil or fat. Switch the oven off
immediately and then suffocate the flames by keeping the oven door
closed.
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~Please be aware that durations when using microwave power are
often considerably shorter when cooking, reheating and defrosting
than when using functions without microwave power. Excessively
long cooking times can lead to food drying out and burning or could
even cause it to catch fire.
Make sure you keep to recommended grilling times when using the
grill. Do not use Microwave solo _for drying items such as flowers,
herbs, bread or rolls. Never use functions with the grill for bake-off
products such as bread or bread rolls, or for drying flowers or herbs.
Use Fan plus Ufor these procedures and monitor the process
carefully.
~If using alcohol in your recipes, please be aware that high
temperatures can cause the alcohol to vaporise. The vapour can
catch fire on hot heating elements.
~When using residual heat to keep food in the oven warm, the high
humidity and amount of condensation in the oven can cause
corrosion in the oven. The control panel, the worktop or the housing
unit can also suffer damage.
Always cover food when using the Microwave solo _. Once food is
cooked through, use a lower power for continued cooking to reduce
the amount of steam produced from the food.
When using residual heat do not switch the oven off. Instead set the
temperature to the lowest setting and leave the oven on the selected
function.
The fan will then remain on automatically and dissipate the moisture.
~Food which is stored in the oven or left in it to be kept warm can
dry out and the moisture released can lead to corrosion damage in
the oven.
Always cover food that is left in the oven to keep warm.
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~A build-up of heat can cause damage to the enamel on the floor
of the oven.
When using Fan plus Udo not line the floor of the oven with
anything, e. g. aluminium foil or so-called protective liners. Neither
should you place roasting pans or glass trays directly on the oven
floor.
~It is important that the heat is allowed to spread evenly
throughout the food being cooked. This can be achieved by stirring
and/or turning the food, and observing a sufficiently long standing
time, which should be added to the time needed for cooking,
reheating or defrosting.
~When heating food and drinks, remember that the heat is created
in the food itself, and that the container will normally be cooler. The
dish is only warmed by the heat of the food.
Before serving, remember to allow a sufficient standing time and
then always check the temperature of the food after taking it out of
the microwave oven. The temperature of the container is not an
indication of the temperature of the food or liquid in it. This is
particularly important when preparing food for babies, children,
and the elderly or infirm. Shake or stir baby milk and food
thoroughly after heating, and try it for temperature to ensure that it
will not scald the baby.
~The oven is not suitable for cleaning or disinfecting items. Items
can get extremely hot and there is a danger of burning when the
item is removed from the appliance.
~Do not cook or reheat food or liquids in sealed containers, jars or
bottles. With baby bottles, the screw top and teat must be removed.
Otherwise pressure will build up which can cause the bottle or
container to explode, posing a severe risk of injury.
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~The boiling rod ensures that the liquid heats up evenly with
bubbles forming at the right time.
When reheating liquids, always place the boiling rod supplied into
the cup or glass.
When boiling and in particular when re-heating liquids, milk, sauces
etc, using microwave power without the boiling rod, the boiling point
of the liquid may be reached without the production of typical
bubbles. The liquid does not boil evenly throughout. This so-called
'boiling delay' can cause a sudden build up of bubbles when the
container is removed from the oven or shaken. This can lead to the
liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively. Danger of scalding and
burning. The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the
pressure forces the oven door open, with a danger of injury and
damage. The user could be injured and the appliance damaged.
~Eggs can be cooked without their shells using microwave power
only if the yolk membrane has been punctured several times first.
The pressure could otherwise cause the egg yolk to explode.
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~Eggs in their shells will explode if cooked with microwave power,
even after taking them out of the oven.
They can only be cooked in their shells using microwave heat in a
specially designed egg-boiling device available from specialist
shops. Hard-boiled eggs must not be reheated in the microwave
oven either as they too will explode.
~Food with a thick skin or peel, such as tomatoes, sausages,
jacket potatoes and aubergines, should be pierced or cut in several
places to allow steam to escape and prevent the food from bursting.
~To check food temperature, first interrupt the cooking process.
Only use a thermometer specifically approved for food use to
measure the temperature of the food. Do not use a thermometer
containing mercury or liquid as these are not suitable for use with
very high temperatures and break very easily.
~Do not use the oven to heat up cushions or pads filled with cherry
kernels, wheat grains, lavender or gel, such as those used in
aromatherapy.
These pads can ignite when heated even after they have been
removed from the oven.
~To avoid fuelling any flames, do not open the oven door if smoke
occurs inside the appliance. Interrupt the process by switching the
appliance off and disconnect it from the mains electricity supply. Do
not open the door until the smoke has dispersed.
~Dishes with hollow knobs or handles are not suitable for use with
microwave power. Moisture which has gathered in the hollow
recesses can cause pressure to build up and the item can explode.
If the hollow recess is sufficiently ventilated, the item could be used.
However, we recommend that you do not use such dishes in the
microwave oven.
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~Fire hazard. Using Microwave solo _or Microwave combination
programmes with plastic dishes which are not microwave safe can
cause them to melt and damage the appliance. Do not use any
containers or cutlery made from or containing metal, aluminium foil,
lead crystal glassware, temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden
utensils or cutlery, metal clips or plastic or paper covered wire ties.
Do not use bowls with milled rims, or plastic pots with the foil lid only
partially removed (see "Suitable containers for microwave use").
~For functions without microwave power: plastic containers which
are not suitable for use in an oven can melt at high temperatures
and can even damage the oven or catch fire. Only use containers
which are declared by the manufacturer as being suitable for use in
an oven. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on use.
~Do not leave the microwave oven unattended when reheating or
cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or
other inflammable materials.
Before using single-use containers make sure they are suitable for
use in microwave ovens. See "Suitable containers for microwave use
- Plastics".
~Do not reheat food in the oven in heat-retaining bags which are
intended for use in normal ovens.
These heat-retaining bags usually contain a thin layer of aluminium
foil which reflects microwaves. This reflected energy can, in turn,
cause the outer paper covering to become so hot that it ignites.
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~The oven can suffer damage when using Microwave solo _or
Combination programmes if it is empty or incorrectly loaded.
For this reason please do not use functions with microwave power to
pre-heat crockery or to dry herbs.
Instead use Fan plus Ufor these procedures.
~Do not heat up food in closed containers e.g. tins or sealed jars in
the oven, as pressure will build up in the container, causing it to
explode.
~You could injure yourself on the open oven door or trip over it.
Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily.
~The door can support a maximum weight of 8 kg.
Do not sit on or lean against an open door, and do not place heavy
objects on it. Also make sure that nothing can get trapped between
the door and the oven cavity. The oven could get damaged.
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