Miele DG 155 User manual

Operating instructions
Steam oven
DG 155
DG 155-1
DG 155-2
DG 155-3
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
UV
M.-Nr. 05 229 041

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Guide to the steam oven
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
A essories
Before using for the first time
Setting the water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting the altitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Changing the temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operation
Before each use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Turning the oven on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Selecting a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Program table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing the preset temperature permanently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting the cooking time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Starting the cooking process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Changing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
At the end of cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Insufficient water / water container not in place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Overheating protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cooking tips
Suitable containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Steaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Defrosting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Meal planning
Preparing a whole meal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Contents
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Spe ial uses
Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reheating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Blanching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Disinfecting baby bottles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Cleaning and are
Appliance front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Drip tray, rack and cooking containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Removable door and drip plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Cooking compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Runners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
O-Ring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Descaling lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Descaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Frequently asked questions
Ele tri al onne tion
After sales servi e
Data Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Help prote t our environment
Disposal of packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Disposal of an old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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WARNING- When using your
steam oven, follow basi
pre autions, in luding the
following:
Read all instru tions before
installation or use of the steam
oven to prevent injury and
ma hine damage.
Use the steam oven only for its
intended purpose. This applian e
is intended for residential ooking
only.
This applian e onforms to all
uniform safety odes and
regulations. The manufa turer
annot be held responsible for
damage or injury aused by
improper use of this applian e.
Keep these operating instru tions
in a safe pla e and pass them on
to any future user.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Ele tri al Safety
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
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
Installation, repair and
maintenance work should be by a
Miele authorized service technician.
Work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous and may void the warranty.
Before installation or service,
disconnect the power supply to the
work area by removing the fuse,
"tripping" the circuit breaker, or
switching off the power main. Ensure
that the power is not restored to the
appliance during maintenance or repair
work.
Be certain your appliance is
properly installed and grounded by
a qualified technician. 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. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for damage caused
by the lack, or inadequacy of, an
effective grounding system.
Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to
electricity. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance, e.g. danger of overheating.
Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug, or if the
appliance has been damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Use
Inspect the steam oven for
shipping damage. Do not install or
operate a damaged unit. Contact your
Miele Dealer.
The steam oven should be installed
at a safe height for users to safely
access all cooking levels and
containers. Otherwise spills could
cause burns or scalding and children
might be put at risk by the hot
appliance door.
This equipment 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
an installation in these applications.
Please contact the nearest Miele dealer
or the Miele Technical Service
Department with specific requirements.
This appliance is intended for
domestic use only. It should not be
used for commercial purposes.
This appliance must only be
operated after it has been correctly
installed in cabinetry. This is necessary
to ensure that all electrical components
are shielded.
Only use the appliance for its
intended purpose. Any other use is
at the owner’s risk and could be
dangerous.
S alding and Burning hazards
When in use, the oven, particularly
the inside of the door as well as the
outer side by the vent, may become
very hot and remain so for a while after
the oven has been turned off. Keep
children away.
Allow the steam oven to cool
before putting in or taking out
racks.
Use pot holders when working with
a hot appliance.
Avoid hot steam, serious burns and
scalds could result.
Do not touch hot surfaces, use the
handles.
When handling cooking containers
take care not to let the contents
spill.
Extreme caution must be used
when moving hot liquids.
Do not use plastic containers. They
may melt at high temperatures in
the oven.
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Children
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on, or
near the steam oven.
Do not store items of interest to
children in cabinets near the oven.
Children climbing on the oven to reach
items could be seriously injured.
Use the safety lock so that children
cannot turn the steam oven on or
change the settings.
The door hinges of the appliance
could be hazardous. Ensure that
children are kept at a safe distance.
Ensure that any plastic wrap, is
disposed of safely and kept out of
the reach of children. Danger of
suffocation!
Before discarding an old
appliance, disconnect it from the
electrical supply, cut off the power
cord, and remove any doors to prevent
hazards.
Applian e damage
Do not heat unopened containers
of food in the oven. Pressure will
build up causing an explosion that will
damage the cooking compartment.
To prevent condensation which
could corrode the appliance; do
not leave cooked foods in the oven for
an extended period of time.
Do not use items in the steam oven
which might rust. This can lead to
corrosion of the appliance.
Do not lean, sit or place heavy
items on the open door of the
appliance. The door can support a
maximum weight of 17 lbs. (8 kg).
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Applian e maintenan e
When descaling the oven, only use
descaling agents with a citric acid
base or the descaling tablets available
from Miele. Do not use vinegar. Vinegar
will damage the appliance. Follow the
manufacturer’s safety instructions on
the packaging.
Wipe out the appliance after each
use and leave the door open until
the moisture in the cooking
compartment has evaporated.
If the steam oven is not used for a
lengthy period, e.g. vacationing,
clean it to avoid odors.
See "Before using for the first time -
Setting the altitude" and leave the door
open until the cooking compartment is
dry.
Do not use a steam cleaner to
clean this appliance. The steam
from the cleaning appliance could
penetrate live components and
permanently damage the oven or cause
injury.
Further safety notes
In the event of damage or a defect,
turn off the appliance immediately.
After it has been turned off, isolate it
from the main power supply and
contact the Miele Technical Service
Department. Ensure that the power is
not restored to the appliance during
maintenance or repair work.
While the appliance is under
warranty repairs should only be
performed by a Miele authorized
service technician. Otherwise the
warranty will be void.
Do not tamper with electrical
connections, components or
mechanical parts. Never open the outer
casing of the appliance.
Be sure that cords of other
electrical appliances do not come
in contact with the steam oven door.
The insulation of the cords could
become damaged creating a hazard.
To protect against electric shock,
keep the appliance cord clear of
liquids.
Do not let the cord hang over the
edge of tables or counters, or
come in contact with hot surfaces.
The use of accessories not
recommended by Miele may cause
injury.
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aControl panel
bDoor seal
cSide runners with 4 levels
dTemperature sensor
eAir Outlet
fVent
gSteam inlet
hWater container contact
iFeed tube for water return
jWater container connector
kWater Valve
lDrip channel
Guide to the steam oven
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Control panel
mProgram selector
nProgram display
oDescale k
pInsufficient water p
qTemperature zand
Timer xdisplay
Buttons with light bars:
r-Decrease
+Increase
z/xTemperature/Cooking time
sStop and Start
Guide to the steam oven
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In luded
All the accessories can also be reordered if necessary.
Drip tray (3.5 pints, 1.7 l)
For catching excess liquids
Ra k
To place cooking containers on
2 ooking ontainers,
perforated (3.2 pints, 1.5 l)
For steaming
Side runners
Cookbook
Water ontainer
A essories
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Sili one grease
For lubricating the O-Rings on the
connecting valve of the water container.
See, "Cleaning and care-O-Ring" for
more details.
Conne ting valve
with:
Valve insert, t, white
creates a bridge between the water
container, j, and the appliance, k.
O-Ring, u, black
These two parts along with the tool, see
"Accessories-optional" can be ordered
individually or together as a repair kit.
A essories
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Optional
The following stainless steel cooking containers for steaming can be ordered as
optional accessories:
Container Capa ity
in pt (l)
Height in in hes ( m)
DGG 2
solid
4 (2.0) 2 3/8" (6)
DGG 3
solid
6.5 (3.1) 2 3/8" (6)
DGGL 4
perforated
6.5 (3.1) 2 3/8" (6)
Tool
For removing and inserting the valve insert.
This part can be ordered individually or together with the connecting valve parts,
see "Accessories-connecting valve," as a repair kit.
A essories
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Setting the water hardness
level
For the steam oven to function properly,
the water hardness level must be
programmed into the unit.
You can use the supplied test strip to
check your water hardness level or your
local water company can tell you the
water hardness of your area.
The steam oven is preset to water
hardness level IV (4). If your water is
softer than 21 gr/gal the setting should
be adjusted.
Please check that the program selector
is at "0".
^Press and hold the –button while
turning the program selector to
DESCALE k.
4 1 will appear in the display.
The 1represents the program number.
The 4represents the water hardness
level.
^Press –or +to select the level III (3),
II (2) or I (1) corresponding to your
water hardness.
The selected water hardness level will
be stored in memory as soon as the
program selector is turned to another
position.
The water hardness is shown as
settings I to IV, equivalent to the
following values:
Setting Display gr/gal ppm
I11-7 <20-130
II 28-14 140-250
III 315-21 270-380
IV 4>21 >380
Before using for the first time
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Setting the altitude
The steam oven must be run through
the DESCALE kprogram before the
first use to set the unit for the altitude in
your area.
If this is not done, too much steam will
be released from the appliance during
use.
^Fill the water container with a quart
(1 l) of water (do not add descaling
agent), place in the appliance and
close the door.
^Select DESCALE kusing the
program selector.
The following will be displayed:
^Press Start.
The time will count down from
33 minutes as shown in the display.
Do not turn the program selector
during this period or the descaling
program will have to be restarted.
A tone will sound when there are
8 minutes remaining and the following
will alternate in the display:
^Empty the water container, refill it with
another quart (1 l) of fresh water, and
close the door.
^Press Start.
The above procedure must be repeated
two more times when the tone sounds.
Do not be alarmed at the amount of
steam emitted.
Before using for the first time
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When the time has elapsed you will
see the following display:
^Turn the program selector to "0".
^Wait until the oven has pumped the
residual water back into the water
container, then open the door.
,Hot steam will escape when the
door is opened.
^Remove, empty and thoroughly dry
the water container.
^Wipe out the oven interior with an
absorbent cloth. Remember to wipe
down the vent and the drip channel.
^Leave the door open until the
moisture in the cooking compartment
has evaporated.
Before using for the first time
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Changing the temperature
display
The display is set to show the
temperatures in °F but it can be
programmed to show °C.
Please check that the program selector
is set to "0".
^Press and hold the -button while
turning the program selector to
DESCALE k.
^Release the -button.
4 1 will appear in the display.
^Press the z/grepeatedly until F9
appears in the display.
^Press the -button.
C9 will appear in the display.
^Turn the program selector to "0".
The conversion is now stored.
If you wish to revert back to °F follow
the previous instructions until C9
appears in the display.
^Press the +button.
F9 will appear in the display.
^Turn the program selector to "0".
Before using for the first time
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k
p

Sele ting a temperature
In the cookbook, temperatures are
specified in °C, but are shown on the
appliance display in °F. Use the
following conversion table for setting
the temperature on your steam oven.
The temperature on the display can
only be shown in 10 °F increments.
Therefore, the temperature shown in °F
does not always correspond exactly
with the temperature specified in °C,
i.e. the actual measurable temperature.
This discrepancy in temperature is
nominal and will not cause a significant
difference in cooking time or results.
Temperature
in °C
Corresponding
Temperature in °F
100 boil
95 205
90 195
85 185
80 175
75 165
70 155
65 145
60 135
55 125
50 115
Before using for the first time
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Before ea h use
^Fill the water container.
Only use tap water. Never use
distilled or mineral water.
The water level must be between the
1.0 l and 1.25 l markings.
Never exceed the "max" level marker.
1 quart (1 l) of water is enough for a
cooking time of approximately
20 minutes, 1 1/2quarts (1.25 l) for a
cooking time of approximately 60
minutes.
^Insert the drip tray to catch
condensed water.
^Push the water container into the
appliance until it connects.
Operation
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Turning the oven on
Do not worry if your appliance makes
unusual noises. This will occur when
the steam generating unit is being filled
or emptied and when the pump is
activated.
When the oven is turned on, the fan
which extracts steam from the oven will
also be heard. The fan will continue
running for a while after the oven has
been turned off.
To use the oven follow these four steps:
1. Select a program
2. Adjust the temperature if necessary
3. Set the cooking time
4. Press Start
The lit bar between the buttons will
prompt you to set the next step.
The following pages describe these
steps in more detail.
Sele ting a program
^Turn the program selector to the
desired program, e.g. COOK - Veg.
The preset temperature, e.g. 100 °C
(boil) will appear in the display for a
short time.
Operation
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Program table
Program Preset
temperature
in °F (°C)
Temperature
range °F (°C)
Suggested use
COOK
Universal
212 (100) 175-212
(80-100)
For food which can be
cooked at high temperatures,
or for boiling
COOK Veg 212 (100) 195-212
(90-100)
For all types of vegetables
COOK
Poultry /
Meat
212 (100) 195-212
(90-100)
For all types of meat and
poultry suitable for steaming
COOK Fish 165 (75) 155-205
(70-95)
For all types of fish
COOK Bio 165 (75) 155-175
(70-80)
For food requiring very gentle
cooking
DEFROST 125 (55) 125-140
(50-60)
For defrosting meat, fish, fruit,
etc.
REHEAT 205 (95) 175-212
(80-100)
For reheating food
DESCALE - - For descaling
Operation
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