Instructions for use

AMW 535

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 INSTALLATION
PRIOR TO CONNECTING AFTER CONNECTING
Check that the voltage on the rating plate The oven can be operated only if the oven
corresponds to the voltage in your home. door is firmly closed.
Do not remove the microwave inlet The earthing of this appliance is compulsory.
protection plates located on the side of the The manufacturer will accept no responsibility
oven cavity wall. They prevent grease & food for injury to persons, animals or damage to
particles from entering the microwave inlet objects arising from the non-observance of this
channels. requirement.
Ensure the oven cavity is empty before In the case of a permanent connection, the
mounting. appliance should be installed by a qualified
Ensure that the appliance is not damaged. technician.
Check that the oven door closes firmly against Important!
the door support and that the internal door A permanent connection requires the
seal is not damaged. Empty the oven and clean installation of a separating device. The
the interior with a soft, damp cloth. separating device must have an omnipolar
Do not operate this appliance if it has contact opening of more than 3 mm including
a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not LS switches, safety valves and relays. The
working properly, or if it has been damaged separating device must be connected directly
or dropped. Do not immerse the mains cord to the terminal.
or plug in water. Keep the cord away from hot The manufacturers are not liable for any
surfaces. Electrical shock, fire or other hazards problems caused by the user’s failure to
may result. observe these instructions.

Follow the supplied separate mounting instructions

when installing the appliance.

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Do not heat, or use flammable materials WARNING!
in or near the oven. Fumes can create a fire Only allow children to use the oven with adult
hazard or explosion. supervision after adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use the
oven in a safe way and understands the hazards
Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in of improper use.
this appliance. This type of oven is specifically The appliance is not intended for use by young
designed to heat or cook food. It is not children or infirm persons without supervision.
designed for industrial or laboratory use. Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
If your oven have a combination mode, children
should only use the oven under adult supervision
Do not use your microwave oven for drying due to the temperatures generated.
textiles, paper, spices, herbs, wood, flowers,
fruit or other combustible materials. Fire could
result.

WARNING!
If material inside / outside the oven should Do not use your microwave oven for heating
ignite, keep oven door closed and turn the anything in airtight sealed
oven off. Disconnect the power cord or shut off containers. The pressure increases
power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. and may cause damage when
opening or may explode.

Do not over-cook food. Fire could result. WARNING!

The door seals and the door seal areas must
be regularly inspected for damage. If these
Do not leave the oven unattended, especially areas are damaged the appliance should not be
when using paper, plastic or other combustible operated until it has been repaired by a trained
materials in the cooking process. Paper can service technician.
char or burn and some plastics can melt if used
when heating food. EGGS
Do not use your microwave
oven for cooking or reheating
whole eggs with or without
shell since they may explode
even after microwave heating has ended.

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 PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL LIQUIDS
This appliance is designed for domestic use E.g. beverages or water in your
only! microwave oven, overheating
The appliance should not be operated without the liquid beyond boiling point
food in the oven when using microwaves. can occur without evidence
Operation in this manner is likely to damage the of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil
appliance. over of the hot liquid.
To prevent this possibility the following steps
If you practice operating the oven, put a should be taken:
glass of water inside. The water will absorb the 1. Avoid using straight-sided containers with
microwave energy and the oven will not be narrow necks.
damaged. 2. Stir the liquid before placing the container
Do not use the cavity for any storage in the oven and let the teaspoon remain
purposes. in the container.
3. After heating, allow standing for a short
Do not remove the microwave inlet time, stirring again before carefully
protection plates located on the side of the removing the container from the oven.
oven cavity wall. They prevent grease & food
particles from entering the microwave inlet
channels.
CAREFUL
Remove wire twist-ties from Always refer to a microwave cookbook (not
paper or plastic bags before placing included) for details. Especially, if cooking or
bag in the oven. reheating food that contains alcohol.

DEEP-FRYING After heating baby food or

Do not use your microwave liquids in a baby bottle or in
oven for deep-frying, because a baby food jar, always stir
the oil temperature cannot be and check the temperature
controlled. before serving. This will ensure that the heat
Use hot pads or oven mitts to prevent burns, is evenly distributed and the risk of scalding
when touching containers, oven parts, and pan or burns can be avoided.
after cooking. Ensure the Lid and the Teat is removed
before heating!

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 ACCESSORIES
GENERAL TURNTABLE SUPPORT
There are a number of accessories available Use the turntable support under
on the market. Before you buy, ensure they are the Glass turntable. Never put any
suitable for microwave use. other utensils on the turntable
support.
* Fit the turntable support in the oven.
Ensure that the utensils you use are oven
proof and allow microwaves to pass through GLASS TURNTABLE
them before cooking. Use the Glass turntable with
all cooking methods. It collects
the dripping juices and food
When you put food and accessories in the particles that otherwise would
microwave oven, ensure that they do not come stain and soil the interior of the oven.
in contact with the interior of the oven. This is * Place the Glass turntable on the turntable
especially important with accessories made support.
of metal or metal parts.
COVER
The Cover is used to cover food
during cooking and reheating
with microwaves only and helps
If accessories containing metal comes in
to reduce spattering, retain food
contact with the oven interior, while the oven
moisture as well as reducing the
is in operation, sparking can occur and the
time needed.
oven could be damaged.
Use the cover for two level reheating

Always ensure that the turntable is able to

turn freely before starting the oven.

Ensure that the utensils you use are oven

proof and allow microwaves to pass through
them before cooking.

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 ACCESSORIES
CRISP HANDLE WIRE RACK
Use the supplied special Crisp Use the high Wire rack when
handle to remove the hot Crisp cooking with grill.
plate from the oven. Use the low Wire rack
when grilling or cooking in
combination (microwaves and grill).
CRISP-PLATE
Place the food directly on the
STEAMER
Crisp-plate. Always use the Glass
Use the steamer with the strainer
turntable as support when using
in place for such foods as fish,
the Crisp-plate.
vegetables and potatoes.
Do not place any utensils on the
Use the steamer without the
Crisp-plate since it will quickly
strainer in place for such foods as
become very hot and is likely to
rice, pasta and white beans.
cause damage to the utensil.
Always place the steamer on the Glass
The Crisp-plate may be preheated Turntable.
before use (max. 3 min). Always use the Crisp
function when preheating the crisp-plate.

START PROTECTION / CHILD LOCK

This automatic safety function is activated The door must be opened and closed e.g.
one minute after the oven has returned to putting food into it, before the safety lock is
“stand by mode“. released. Else the display will show “door“.

PAUSE OR STOP COOKING

To pause cooking: If you don’t want to continue
The cooking can be paused to check, turn or cooking:
stir the food by opening the door. The setting Remove the food, close the door and
will be maintained for 10 minutes. press the STOP button
To continue cooking:
Close the door and press the Start A beep will signal once a minute
button ONCE. The cooking is resumed for 10 minutes when the cooking is
from where it was paused. finished. Press the STOP button or open the
Pressing the Start button TWICE will door to cancel the signal.
increase the time by 30 seconds. Note: The oven will only hold the settings for
60 seconds if the door is opened and then
closed after the cooking is finished.

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 CLOCK
Keep the door open while setting
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the Clock. This gives you 10 minutes
to complete the setting of the
Clock. Otherwise, each step must be
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1(a) 3

1(a). Turn the multifunction knob to the zero Note: When the appliance is first plugged in or
position. after a power failure, the display is blank. If the
2(b). Press the Select button (3 seconds) until clock is not set, the display will remain blank
the left-hand digit (hour’s) flicker. until the cooking time is set.
3. Turn the +/- knob to set the hours.
4. Press the Select button again. (The two right If you wish to remove the clock from the
hand digits (minutes) flicker). display once it has been set,
5. Turn the +/- knob to set the minutes. follow steps (a) & (b) and press the Stop button
6. Press the Select button again. (c).
The Clock is set and in operation. To reinstate the clock, follow the above
procedure.

KITCHEN TIMER
Use this function when you need a kitchen
F timer to measure exact time for various
purposes such as cooking eggs, pasta or
letting the dough rise before baking etc.

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1. Turn the multifunction knob to the zero An acoustic signal will be heard when the
position. timer has finished to count down.
2. Turn the +/- knob to set the time to measure.

The timer automatically starts the

countdown after 1 second.

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 COOK & REHEAT WITH MICROWAVES
Use this function for normal cooking
F and reheating, such as vegetables, fish,
potatoes and meat.

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1 2 5

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the Once the cooking process has been started:
microwave position. The time can easily be increased in 30-second
2. Turn the +/- knob to set the cooking time. steps by pressing the Start button. Each press
3. Press the Select button to select power level. increases the time with 30 seconds. You may
4. Turn the +/- knob to set the preferred power also alter the time by turning the +/- knob to
level. increase or decrease the time.
5. Press the Start button. By pressing the Select button you may switch
between cooking time and power level. Both
can be altered during cooking by turning the
+/- knob after selection.

JET START
This function is used for quick reheating
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of food with a high water content such as;
clear soups, coffee or tea.

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1. Turn the multifunction knob to the
microwave position.
2. Press the Start button.

This function automatically starts with Do not use with this function.
full microwave power level and the cooking
time set to 30 seconds. Each additional press
increases the time with 30 seconds. You may
also alter the time by turning the +/- knob to
increase or decrease the time after the function
has started.

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 GRILL
Use this function to quickly give a
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pleasant brown surface to the food.

1 2 3

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the grill

Do not use with this function.
position.
2. Turn the +/- knob to set the cooking time. For food like cheese toast, steaks and
3. Press the Start button. sausages, place the food on the high wire rack.

Do not leave the oven door open for long

periods when the Grill is in operation, as this
will cause a drop in temperature.
IMPORTANT!
Ensure that the utensils used are heat resistant
Note: If the cooking time is set to more than 90 and ovenproof before grilling with them.
minutes, the display will show ”CONT”, I.E. the Do not use plastic utensils when grilling. They
oven will run continuously without any time will melt. Items of wood or paper are not suitable
limit until you turn the oven off. either.

GRILL COMBI
Use this function to cook such food
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potatoes.

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1 2 5

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the grill low

or high position. Do not use with this function.
2. Turn the +/- knob to set the cooking time.
4. Press the Select button to select microwave
power level.
5. Turn the +/- knob to set the power level.
6. Press the Start button.

Using the multifunction knob you can select

two different power levels on the grill. High
grill is 80% (2) of full power and Low grill is 60%
(1) of full power.
The Max. possible microwave power level
when using the Grill is limited to a factory-
preset level.

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 CRISP
Use this function to reheat and cook
F pizzas and other dough based food. It
is also good for frying bacon and eggs,
sausages, hamburgers etc.

1 2 3

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the crisp

position.
2. Turn the +/- knob to set the cooking time.
3. Press the Start button.
The oven automatically works with Do not use with this function.
Microwaves and Grill in order to heat the Crisp-
plate. This way the Crisp-plate will rapidly reach It is not possible to change or switch, the
its working temperature and begin to brown Power level or Grill, on/off, when using the
and crisp the food. Crisp function.
IMPORTANT!
Ensure that the Crisp-plate is correctly placed in Use oven mittens or the special
the middle of the Glass turntable. Crisp handle supplied when
The oven and the crisp-plate become very hot removing the hot Crisp-plate.
when using this function. Only use the supplied Crisp plate
Do not place the hot crisp-plate on any surface with this function. Other
susceptible to heat. available Crisp plate on the
Be careful, not to touch the ceiling beneath the market will not give the
Grill element. correct result when using this
function.

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 JET DEFROST
Use this function for defrosting Meat,
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Poultry, Fish, vegetables and bread.

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1 3 6

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the Auto position.

2. Press the Auto button to select the desired auto
function.
Do not use with this function.
3. Turn the +/- knob to choose desired food class.
4. Press the Select button (default weight is displayed). Always place the food on the glass
5. Turn the +/- knob to set the weight of the food. turntable.
6. Press the Start button. This function needs to know the net
weight of the food. The oven will then
Midway through the defrosting process the automatically calculate the needed time to
oven stops and prompts you to “TURN” food. finish the defrost / cooking procedure.
— Open the door.
— Turn the food. Frozen foods:
— Close the door and restart by pressing the Start If the food is warmer than deep-
button. freeze temperature (-18°C), choose
lower weight of the food.
Note: the oven continues automatically after 2min If the food is colder than deep-
if the food hasn’t been turned. The defrosting time freeze temperature (-18°C), choose
will be longer in this case. higher weight of the food.
RECOMMENDED WEIGHTS
For food not listed in this table and if the weight is lesser or greater than recommended weight,
you should follow the procedure for “Cook and reheat with microwaves” and choose 160 W when
defrosting.

1 MEAT (100g - 2Kg) Minced meat, cutlets, steaks or roasts.

2 POULTRY (100g - 3Kg) Chicken whole, pieces or fillets.

3 FISH (100g - 2Kg) Whole steaks or fillets.

4 VEGETABLES (100g - 2Kg) Mixed vegetables, peas, broccoli etc.

5 BREAD (100g - 2Kg) Loaf, buns or rolls.

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 6Th SENSE REHEAT
Use this function when reheating
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readymade food either frozen, chilled or
room tempered.
Place food onto a microwave-safe
2 heatproof dinner plate or dish.
1 3

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the Auto

position.
2. Press the Auto button to select the desired
auto function.
3. Press the Start button.

Adjusting doneness
When using this function, you also have the Do not use with this function.
possibility to personally control the end result
through the Adjust doneness feature. This Place thin slices of meat on top of each other
feature enables you to achieve higher or lower or interlace them.
end temperature or longer and shorter time. Thicker slices such as meat loaf
The standard setting normally gives you the and sausages have to be placed
best result. close to each other.
In case the food you heated became too warm Standing time
to eat at once. You can easily adjust this before 1-2 minutes standing time always improves the
you use this function the next time. result, especially for frozen food.
This is done by selecting a Hi or Low level with
the +/- knob. Always use the supplied cover with
this function except when reheating
chilled soups in which case the cover
+ Increases the end
temperature.
is not needed! If the food is packaged in such

- Decreases the end

temperature.
way that it isn’t possible to use the cover, the
package should be cut with 2-3 score to allow
for excess pressure to escape during reheating.
Note:
The doneness can only be set or altered during Releasing pressure
the first 20 seconds of operation including Plastic foil should be scored or pricked with
when “ ” is displayed. a fork, to relieve the pressure and to prevent
bursting, as steam builds-up during cooking.
The program should not be interrupted as
long as “ ” is displayed.
The Program can be interrupted when the The net weight shall be kept within 250 - 600
time is displayed. g when using this function. If not you should
When you are saving a meal in the refrigerator consider using the manual function to obtain
or ”plating” a meal for reheating, arrange the the best result.
thicker, denser food to the outside of the Ensure the oven is at room temperature before
plate and the thinner or less dense food in the using this function in order to obtain the best
middle. result.

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 6Th SENSE CRISP
Use this function to quickly reheat your
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food from frozen to serving temperature.
This function is used only for frozen ready-
made food.
2 3 4
1

1. Turn the multifunction knob to the Auto

position.
2. Press the Auto button to select the desired
auto function.
3. Turn the +/- knob to choose desired food
class.
Do not use with this function.
Step a & b need only to be performed when Note:
food class #5 is chosen. The doneness can only be set or altered during
(a). Press the Select button (default weight is the first 20 seconds of operation including
displayed). when “ ” is displayed.
(b). Turn the +/- knob to set the weight of the
The program should not be interrupted as
food.
long as “ ” is displayed.
4. Press the Start button. The Program can be interrupted when the
time is displayed.
Adjusting doneness During the heating process the oven may
When using this function, you also have the stop (depending on program) and prompts
possibility to personally control the end result you to “TURN” food.
through the Adjust doneness feature. This — Open the door.
feature enables you to achieve higher or lower — Turn the food.
end temperature or longer and shorter time. — Close the door and restart by pressing the
The standard setting normally gives you the Start button.
best result. Note: the oven continues automatically after 1
In case the food you heated became too warm min if the food hasn’t been turned. The heating
to eat at once. You can easily adjust this before time will be longer in this case.
you use this function the next time.
This is done by selecting a Hi or Low level with
Only use the supplied Crisp plate
the +/- knob.
with this function. Other available
Crisp plates on the market will not
+ Increases the end
temperature.
give the correct result when using
this function.

- Decreases the end

temperature.
IMPORTANT!
Do not place any containers or wrappings on the
Crisp plate!
Only the food is to be placed on the Crisp plate.

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 6Th SENSE CRISP

RECOMMENDED WEIGHTS
For food not listed in this table and if the weight is lesser or greater than recommended weight,
you should follow the procedure for the manual Crisp function.
Spread out the fries in an even layer on
1 FRENCH FRIES (250g - 600g) the crispplate. Sprinkle with salt if crispier
fries are desired.

2 PIZZA, thin crust (250g - 500g) For pizzas with thin crust.

3 PAN PIZZA (300g - 800g) For pizzas with thick crust.

Spread out the chicken wings in an even

4 CHICKEN WINGS (250g - 600g)
layer on the crispplate.

Preheat the crispplate with a little butter

or oil. Add the fish fingers when the oven
5 FISH FINGERS (200g - 600g)
stops and promts you to “Add Food”. Turn
the fish when the oven beeps.

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 6Th SENSE STEAM
Use this function for such food as
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vegetables, fish, rice and pasta.
This function works in 2 steps.
* The first step quickly brings the food to
2 boiling temperature.
1 3 4 * The second step automatically adjusts
to simmering temperature in order to
avoid over boiling.
1. Turn the multifunction knob to the Auto
position.
2. Press the Auto button to select the desired
auto function.
3. Turn the +/- knob to set the cooking time.
4. Press the Start button.

Always cover the food with a lid. Ensure that

the vessel and lid are microwave proof before
using them. If you don’t have a lid available Do not use with this function.
to your chosen vessel, you may use a plate
instead. It should be placed with the underside WARNING!
facing the inside of the vessel.
The Steamer is designed to be used
Do not use plastic or aluminum wrappings with microwaves only!
when covering the food. Never use it with any other
Vessels used should not be more than half function at all.
filled. If you intend to boil large amounts, you Using the steamer in any other
should choose a larger vessel in order to ensure function may cause damage.
that it’s not filled to more than half of its size. Always ensure that the turntable is able to turn
This is to avoid over boiling. freely before starting the oven.
Always place the steamer on the Glass Turntable.

Cooking vegetables
Place the vegetables into the strainer. pour 50-
100 ml water into the bottom part. Cover with
the lid and set the time.
Soft vegetables such as broccoli and leek
require 2-3 minutes cooking time.
Harder vegetables such as carrots and potatoes
require 4-5 minutes cooking time.

Cooking rice
Use the recommendations on the package
regarding the cooking time, the amount
of water & rice. Place the ingredients in the
bottom part, cover with the lid and set the
time.

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 MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Cleaning is the only maintenance normally Use a mild detergent, water and a soft cloth
required. It must be carried out with the to clean the interior surfaces, front and rear of
microwave oven disconnected. the door and the door opening.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean Do not allow grease or food particles to build
condition could lead to deterioration of up around the door.
the surface that could adversely affect the For stubborn stains, boil a cup of water in the
life of the appliance and possibly result in a oven for 2 or 3 minutes. Steam will soften the
hazardous situation. marks.
Do not use metal scouring pads Adding some lemon juice to a cup of water,
on the inside of the oven cavity. placing this on the turntable and boiling for
They will scratch the surface. a few minutes can eliminate odors inside
the oven.
At regular intervals, especially if spillovers
Abrasive cleansers, steel-wool pads, gritty
have occurred, remove the turntable, the
wash cloths, etc. can damage the control panel,
turntable support and wipe the base of the
and the interior and exterior oven surfaces.
oven clean.
This oven is designed to operate with the Use a sponge with a mild detergent or a paper
turntable in place. towel with spray glass cleaner. Apply spray glass
Do not operate the microwave oven when the cleaner to a paper towel.
turntable has been removed for cleaning. Do not spray directly on the oven.

DISHWASHER SAFE: CAREFUL CLEANING:

The Crisp-plate should be cleaned in mild,
Turntable support. detergent water. Heavily soiled areas can be
cleaned with a scouring sponge and a mild
cleanser.
Glass turntable. Always let the crisp-plate cool off
before cleaning.
Do not immerse or rinse with water while the
Cover crisp-plate is hot. Quick cooling may damage it.
Do not use steel-wool pads.
Crisp handle. This will scratch the surface.

Wire rack.

Steamer

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
If the oven does not work, do not make a Important:
service call until you have made the following If the mains cord needs replacing it should
checks: be replaced by the original mains cord, which
* The Turntable and turntable support is in is available via our service organization. The
place. mains cord may only be replaced by a trained
* The Plug is properly inserted in the wall service technician.
socket.
* The Door is properly closed.
* Check your Fuses and ensure that there is
WARNING!
power available.
* Check that the oven has ample ventilation. Service only to be carried out by a trained
* Wait for ten minutes and then try to operate service technician. It is hazardous for anyone
the oven once more. other than a trained person to carry
* Open and then close the door before you try out any service or repair operation,
again. which involves the removal of
* During the operation of some functions, a any cover, which gives protection
symbol “ ” may be displayed. This is against exposure to microwave
normal and indicates that the oven performs energy.
some calculations in order to reach a good Do not remove any cover.
end result.

This is to avoid unnecessary calls for which

you will be charged.
When calling for Service, please give the serial
number and type number of the oven (see
Service label). Consult your warranty booklet
for further advice.

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 ENVIRONMENTAL HINTS
The packing box may be fully recycled as The symbol on the product, or on the
confirmed by the recycling documents accompanying
symbol. Follow local disposal the product, indicates that this
regulations. Keep potentially appliance may not be treated as
hazardous packaging (plastic household waste. Instead it shall
bags, polystyrene etc.) out of the reach of be handed over to the applicable
children. collection point for the recycling
This appliance is marked according to the of electrical and electronic
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste equipment.
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By Disposal must be carried
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, out in accordance with local
you will help prevent potential negative environmental regulations for
consequences for the environment and human waste disposal.
health, which could otherwise be caused by For more detailed information about
inappropriate waste handling of this product. treatment, recovery and recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office,
your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
Before scrapping, cut off the mains cord so
that the appliance cannot be connected to the
mains.

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 SPECIAL NOTE
When a function is finished, the oven carries After this procedure the oven switches off
out a cooling procedure. This is normal. automatically. The cooling procedure can be
interrupted without any harm to the oven by
opening the door.

DATA FOR TEST AND HEATING PERFORMANCE

In accordance with IEC 60705.
The International Electrotechnical Commission has developed a standard for comparative testing
of heating performance of different microwave ovens. We recommend the following for this oven:

Test Amount Approx. time Power level Container

12.3.1 1000 g 11 min 750 W Pyrex 3.227
12.3.2 475 g 5 min 750 W Pyrex 3.827
12.3.3 900 g 15 min 750 W Pyrex 3.838
12.3.4 1100 g 20 - 22 min Grill 2 + 650 W Pyrex 3.827
12.3.6 1000 g 23 - 25 min Crisp Crisp plate
13.3 500 g 2 min 12 sec Jet defrost

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