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
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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.
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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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