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Operating and installation instructions Microwave combination oven H 5080 BM, H 5088 BM en - GB 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.
Any other use is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. To avoid the risk of accidents and Miele cannot be held liable for damage damage to the appliance, please resulting from incorrect or improper use read these instructions carefully or operation.
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Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Technical safety Keep children away from the Installation, maintenance and microwave oven at all times. It is not a repairs should only be carried out by a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not suitably qualified and competent allow them to play with it or to play with person in strict accordance with local...
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These If the connection cable is damaged, do not guarantee the required safety of it must be replaced by a Miele the appliance (e.g. danger of approved service technician. overheating). This appliance must not be used in For safety reasons, this appliance a non-stationary location (e.g.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use It is important that the heat is allowed to spread evenly throughout Caution. Danger of burning. the food being cooked. This can be The oven interior will become very achieved by stirring and/or turning the hot when operating with functions food, and by observing a sufficiently which do not use microwave power...
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Warning and Safety instructions Never cover the floor of the oven Moisture in food could lead to with aluminium foil when using the oven corrosion in the oven interior and on the Conventional, Bottom heat, corrosion damage of the control panel, Intensive bake and Fan plus functions.
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not lean or sit on an open door, Before serving, remember to allow a or place heavy items on it. This could sufficient standing time and then damage the appliance. The door can always check the temperature of the support a maximum load of 8 kg.
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Warning and Safety instructions When heating liquids using Make sure that you only use microwave power, the boiling rod microwave safe containers when using provided should always be placed in the Microwave (Solo) function or a the container. combination programme which uses microwave power.
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Miele food the yolk membrane has been probe. If a replacement is necessary, it punctured several times first. The can be obtained from the Miele or your pressure could otherwise cause the Miele dealer. egg yolk to explode. Danger of injury.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for disposal human health and to the environment.
Guide to the appliance Control panel Meaning Display Sensors 0 - 9 Numerical key pad ON/OFF sensor Quick MW sensor (quick start for microwave function) Clear sensor Minute minder (egg timer) sensor See "Controls" for further details.
Guide to the appliance Accessories supplied Rack with non-tip safety notches Glass tray The rack is designed to be compatible with microwaves and so can be used The glass tray is suitable for use with all with programmes which use microwave cooking functions.
Guide to the appliance Boiling rod When pushing the rack back in, always ensure that the safety notches are at the rear of the oven (see illustration). When heating liquids using a programme with microwave, the boiling rod provided should always be placed in the container.
Miele{home Miele|home communication enabled appliances use the household electrical network to communicate information about their operational status and the progress of the programme to a master appliance These instructions are for a Optional accessories communication enabled oven that – Required: Communication module...
Description of power levels Function Automatic programmes ß Defrost Food can be cooked, reheated or defrosted using ß Reheat the microwave on its own, another function without the microwave, or a combination programme with ß Cook the microwave. The temperature or the power level and the cooking duration are selected automatically.
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Description of power levels Function User programmes Settings that you use frequently can be saved under a name of your choice. Settings Default settings which can be altered individually. For switching off a cooking programme automatically. Automatic switch-off Delay start For starting the cooking programme at a later time.
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Description of power levels Energy saving features Door contact switch If the door is opened during a cooking programme (with the exception of Microwave solo), the heating in the oven and the fan will switch off automatically. As soon as the door is closed again, the programme will continue.
Functions Microwave As heat is produced directly in the food, In a microwave oven there is a high- frequency tube called a magnetron. – food can generally be cooked This converts electrical energy into without adding much liquid or microwaves. These microwaves are cooking oil.
Functions Functions which do not use Fan heat microwave energy Only one shelf level can be used with Fan heat. Fan plus Intensive bake This system works by the circulation of heated air. As the heated air reaches This function lends itself to recipes the food straight away, temperatures which require a moist topping and a are lower than those needed for...
Functions Combination programmes (with microwave) MW+Auto roast MW+Grill MW+Fan plus MW+Fan grill The combination programmes enable food to be reheated and cooked quickly with even browning results. The MW+Fan plus combination programme is the most effective because the heat reaches the food im- mediately giving the greatest savings in both time and energy.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Microwaves Material and shape The material and shape of containers used affect cooking results and times. Heat distribution is more even in round and oval shaped flat containers than in rectangular containers, providing better results. Ovenproof earthenware can retain a considerable amount of moisture.
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Exceptions: – Metal meat skewers or clamps should only be used if they are very The rack supplied with the small in comparison to the size of the appliance is suitable for use with cut of meat. combination programmes (functions that use microwave power).
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Wood used for very short, timed warming and reheating of food. Wooden dishes are not suitable. Moisture contained in the wood Plastic boiling bags can be used for evaporates when exposed to cooking and reheating providing they are pierced beforehand so that microwave energy, causing the steam can escape.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Testing dishes for their This test cannot be used to check whether items with hollow knobs or suitability handles are suitable for use with microwave power. If in doubt as to whether glass, earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a Placing the dish in the oven microwave oven, a simple test can...
Suitable containers for microwave ovens A cover Do not use a cover if – prevents too much steam escaping, – food coated with breadcrumbs is especially when cooking foods which being cooked. need longer to cook, such as – cooking food which requires a crisp potatoes.
Controls The appliance is operated via the display and the electronic sensors next to and below the display. These react to finger contact. A keypad tone will sound each time a sensor is touched. The volume of the keypad tone can be adjusted or switched off altogether (see "Settings - Volume - Keypad tone").
Controls Display Main menu ß Microwave All information about functions, microwave power levels, temperature, ß Fan plus cooking durations, Automatic ß Conventional heat programmes and settings is shown in the display. ß Grill After the appliance has been switched ß Auto roast on by touching the K sensor, the Main ß...
Controls Symbols The following symbols will appear in the display in addition to the text: Symbol Meaning Appears beside an option and is allocated to a sensor C. You select the option you want by touching the sensor beside the dot. A maximum of 3 options can be shown in the display.
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Controls When a function is selected, the following symbols may appear in the display, depending on setting: Symbol Meaning Duration Finish Start time Programme finished Rapid heat-up phase, Rapid searing phase Heating-up phase, Searing phase Core temperature when using the food probe Microwave MW+Auto roast MW+Grill...
^ Confirm your choice by touching the – your appliance is equipped for the sensor next to "OK". Miele|home system. – your appliance has been successfully Clock format set up to use it for the first time.
Before using for the first time Cleaning and heating up for Please ensure the kitchen is well the first time ventilated during this operation. Close doors to other rooms to Remove any protective foil from the prevent the smell spreading oven front.
Operation To use an Automatic If you do not wish to use the Automat- programme ic defrost/reheat/cooking programmes, you can carry out these Your microwave combination oven processes manually by selecting the has a wide range of automatic appropriate settings. programmes to enable you to achieve excellent results with ease.
Operation To enter a power level and a Duration or total duration duration or a total duration Now set: – the cooking duration for a Power level programme using Microwave (solo). As soon as you have called up the – the total cooking duration for a microwave solo function or a Combination programme.
Operation To select a temperature or grill To change a setting level The temperature or grill level which you have selected can be changed at any As soon as you have called up a time by calling up "Change" or the function (other than Microwave solo), relevant option in the menu.
Operation Heating-up phase It is only necessary to pre-heat the oven in a few instances: "Heating-up phase" appears in the display when Fan plus, Auto roast, With Fan plus pre-heat the oven: Conventional, MW+Auto roast and – for foods which cook in less than 20 MW+Fan plus are used.
Operation To change the function After a Microwave cooking programme or when using the food You can change the function selected probe: via the "Change function" option. – the oven switches off automatically. The cooking duration already entered – "Programme finished" and the will be kept.
Operation Entering the Duration, a Start Cooling system time or Finish time The cooling fan will continue to run for a while after the oven has been switched By entering the Duration, Start time or off to prevent any humidity building up Finish time, the cooking process can be in the oven, on the control panel or in programmed to switch off, or on and...
Operation To use Automatic switch-off Delaying the start with Automatic switch-off To switch a programme off automatically select Duration or Finish We recommend using automatic and enter the time required. switching on and off when roasting. Example: However, do not delay the start for The time is 11:45.
Operation Sequence of the cooking programme At the end of the cooking programme when using Automatic switch-off – The hot air fan switches off, depending on the cooking function The following will appear in the being used. – The message "Programme finished" display: and the symbol appear in the...
Food probe This appliance is supplied with a food probe, The food probe is used to accurately monitor the temperature of the food during cooking. The tip of the food probe, which is inserted into the food, measures the core temperature of the food. When the pre-selected core temperature is reached, the oven heating is switched off automatically.
Food probe Time left display Using the residual heat, Energy-save phase After a certain time the estimated time remaining, appears in the oven This feature works with Auto roast, display. Fan plus, Conventional heat and Fan The actual core temperature is no grill.
User programmes The User programmes menu Up to 25 frequently used recipes can If user programmes have already been be saved under a user-defined name, created and saved, the following will and then called up again as required. appear: Either ß...
User programmes To create a User programme Set a programme name After confirming with "Continue", either If programmes already exist under select an existing name from the list in User programmes, the "Create" the display, or enter your own name. To option has to be selected in order to do this: save additional programme stages to...
Settings Your appliance is supplied with a Currently selected settings are number of standard default settings. indicated by a "L" and without a " " next to them. To change a setting: ^ Select the "Settings J" option. Settings cannot be altered while a cooking programme is in progress.
Settings Time To set the time The options are: The time (of day) is set using either the ß Display numerical keypad or the ß Clock format sensors: ß Set First enter the hours and confirm with "OK". Then enter the minutes and If there is a power cut, the current confirm with "OK".
Settings Main menu Quick MW You can change the order in which A power level of 1000 W and a cooking options appear in the main menu. Up to duration of 1 minute are the default three options can be placed at the settings for the quick-start microwave beginning of the main menu (excluding programme.
Settings Cooling fan run-on Heating-up phase The cooling fan will continue to run for a The heating-up phase parameters can while after the appliance has been be altered with the following functions: switched off to prevent any humidity Fan plus, Auto roast, Conventional heat, building up in the oven, on the control MW+Auto roast and MW+Fan plus.
Settings Start Display The "Automatic" setting enables a Contrast programme to start automatically without having to select Start. The contrast is represented by a bar With the "Manual" setting, you have to with seven segments. select and confirm "Start". Microwave programmes can only be started manually.
Settings Volume Keypad tone The volume of the keypad tone (the Buzzer tones beep which sounds each time a sensor is touched) can be changed or The volume is represented by a bar with seven segments. switched off completely. Factory default: Three illuminated Factory default: three illuminated segments.
Settings Safety In operation lock (depending on model) System lock The In operation lock is not available The system lock prevents the appliance with the microwave (solo) function being switched on unintentionally, by and combination programmes which children for example. use microwave power.
Settings Units – Demo mode Touch one of the sensors next to the Weight display and follow the instructions. ß g Factory default (Factory default) ß All settings ß lbs Any settings that you have altered will be reset to the factory default Temperature setting.
Minute minder (egg timer) The minute minder can be used to time At the end of the time set for the minute any activity in the kitchen, e.g. boiling minder eggs. – The N symbol will flash. You can enter a time of up to a –...
Quick MW ^ Touch the c sensor. This starts the microwave function You can increase the time in one- immediately. It has a pre-set power minute steps by touching the sensor level of 1000 W and will operate for a several times.
Miele branded cleaning and If the oven is used frequently without conditioning products are available being cleaned, it may become very from the Miele Spare Parts Department difficult or even impossible to get clean or via the internet on www.miele- again.
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Cleaning and care The following cause lasting damage Note: to the surface structure and reduce – Soiling such as spilt juices and cake the anti-stick effect. They must not mixtures are best removed whilst the be used on PerfectClean surfaces: oven or tray is still warm.
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Cleaning and care Oven interior roof If the oven interior roof is badly soiled, the grill element can be lowered to make cleaning easier. Make sure the oven heating elements are switched off and cool. Danger of burning. ^ Lower the grill element gently. Do not use force to lower it as this can cause it to break.
Clean the interior of the door and the remove, and the surface could seal using a damp Miele microfibre E- become discoloured or altered. cloth or with a clean sponge and a...
Cleaning and care Accessories supplied The external surfaces of this appliance are all susceptible to Rack scratching. Scratches on glass The surface has been treated with surfaces could even cause a PerfectClean and should be cleaned breakage. according to the cleaning instructions Contact with unsuitable cleaning for PerfectClean described in "Cleaning agents can alter or discolour...
With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without contacting Miele. If you cannot resolve the problem following these instructions please contact Miele (see back cover for contact details). Do not attempt to open the appliance casing yourself!
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The appliance has This is a safety feature to protect the oven if it has been switched itself off operating for an exceedingly long period. The length of automatically during time depends on the function and temperature selected. use and a message The appliance will be ready for use again after it has been has appeared in the...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The microwave Check whether the oven interior lighting has been set to works and the oven come on for only 15 seconds (see "Settings - Lighting"). heats up, but the If this is not the case, the halogen lamp is defective and interior lighting does needs to be replaced: not come on.
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Problem solving guide Fault code in Possible cause and remedy display Fault 54 The food probe is defective. Remove the probe from its socket and the message will disappear. Another fault code Contact Miele. shown in the display "F + numbers"...
– your Miele Dealer – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are given on the data plate which is located on the front of the oven cavity.
Optional accessories Miele offer a comprehensive range of useful accessories as well as cleaning and conditioning products for your appliance. These products can be ordered online at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele (see back cover for contact details). Gourmet oven dish Gourmet oven dish lid A lid is available separately.
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Miele oven cleaner Suitable for removing stubborn soiling. It is not necessary to pre-heat the oven This circular pan is suitable for cooking beforehand.
For extra safety it is advisable to protect the appliance with a suitable residual current device (RCD). Please contact a qualified electrician for advice. If the cable is damaged a new cable must be fitted by a Miele approved service technician.
Installation Appliance dimensions and unit Installation in a base unit cut-out If fitted underneath a hob, the installation instructions for the hob Installation in a tall unit must also be taken into account. * Appliances with glass front ** Appliances with metal front * Appliances with glass front ** Appliances with metal front...
Installation Front dimensions Installation The appliance must not be operated until it has been correctly installed in its housing unit. Otherwise it poses an electric shock hazard. ^ Connect the appliance to the electricity supply. ^ Place the oven into the oven housing unit as far as the oven trim and align.