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Operating and installation instructions Microwave combination oven H 5030 BM, H 5040 BM en - AU, NZ 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 at the owner's risk and damage. could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from To avoid the risk of accidents and incorrect or improper use or operation.
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Keep children away from the suitably qualified and competent appliance at all times to avoid the risk person authorised by Miele in strict of injury. accordance with current national and local safety regulations. Repairs and...
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Never open the housing of the If the connection cable is damaged, appliance. Tampering with electrical connections it must be replaced by a Miele or components and mechanical parts is approved service technician. highly dangerous to the user and can This microwave compact oven must cause operational faults.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use It is important that the heat is allowed to spread evenly throughout the food Caution! Danger of burning. being cooked. The oven interior will become very This can be achieved by stirring and/or hot when operating with functions turning the food, and by observing a which do not use microwave power sufficiently long standing time, which...
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Warning and Safety instructions Never heat undiluted alcohol in the – If you wish to complete a cooking microwave, as this can easily ignite. process using the residual heat in If using alcohol in your recipes, please the oven, do not switch the be aware that high temperatures can appliance off.
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Warning and Safety instructions The microwave combination oven is When heating liquids, the boiling rod not suitable for cleaning or disinfecting provided should always be placed into items. the container. Items can get extremely hot and there is a danger of burning when the item is removed.
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This reflected energy can, in turn, cause the outer paper covering Accessories to become so hot that it ignites. Only use genuine Miele spare parts Do not leave the oven unattended and accessories with this appliance. If when reheating or cooking food in...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material or machine The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances / has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of and can normally be recycled.
Guide to the appliance Appliance overview Control panel Oven interior Function selector Grill element Display Light Sensors V, OK, W, Three shelf levels Temperature selector Oven door...
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.
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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, the boiling rod provided should always be placed in the container. It helps liquids to heat evenly.
Description of functions Functions For defrosting, reheating and cooking food quickly. Microwave (Solo) Functions without For cooking food when a crisp finish is required. microwave The combination programmes enable food to be Combination programmes reheated and cooked quickly with even browning (with microwave) results.
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Description of functions Safety features System lock The system lock prevents the appliance being used by children, for example. Safety cut-out A function without microwave can be started without selecting a cooking duration. To prevent overuse and the consequent danger of fire, the appliance switches off automatically after a certain length of time.
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 Functions which use microwave energy microwave energy (Combination programmes) Fan Plus Microwave+Grill This system works by the circulation of heated air. As the heated air reaches Microwave+Fan Plus the food straight away, temperatures are lower than those needed for Microwave+Fan Grill "Conventional heat"...
Before using for the first time If there is a power cut, the current time Before the oven can be used, you of day will be stored by the appliance will need to for 24 hours. After 24 hours, "i2:00" will –...
Before using for the first time ^ Before heating it up, it is a good idea Cleaning and heating up for to wipe the interior out with a damp the first time cloth first. This way any dust or bits of packaging that may have Remove any protective foil from the accumulated in the oven...
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. microwave power (combination programmes).
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Wood Plastic boiling bags can be used for Wooden dishes are not suitable. cooking and reheating. They should Moisture contained in the wood be pierced beforehand so that evaporates when exposed to steam can escape. This prevents a microwave energy, causing the build-up of pressure and reduces wood to dry and crack.
Suitable containers for microwave ovens Testing dishes for their Placing the dish in the oven suitability If in doubt as to whether glass, earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a microwave oven, a simple test can be performed: ^ Insert the glass tray in the oven at the lowest shelf level and place the...
Suitable containers for microwave ovens A cover (optional accessories) 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 –...
Controls Function selector Temperature selector The right-hand control V The left-hand control is used to select the function. – is used to set the required It can be turned clockwise or anti- temperature. clockwise. – is used to enter times (alternative to The function selector can only be the V or W sensors).
Controls Sensors The time will change each time the V or W is touched The sensors underneath the display react to touch. – Duration Microwave (Solo) in 10 second increments, A keypad tone will sound each time a sensor is touched. You can switch off the –...
Controls Triangle V in the display Display I2:00 % W m Start When a sensor is touched, the symbols Symbols of the function at which the function selector is set will light up and you can The following symbols will appear in the enter settings.
Operation Functions without microwave Recommended temperature ^ Place the food in the oven. Functions which do not use microwave energy are allocated with ^ Select the function you want (e.g. Fan recommended temperatures. Plus Fan Plus ....160 °C The following will appear in the display: Grill .
Operation Rapid Heat-up Temperature indicator light The temperature indicator light will The Rapid Heat-up function can be appear next to the temperature in the used to pre-heat the oven. display. The indicator light is always on Pre-heating the oven when the heating is on. Most dishes can be placed in a cold When the set temperature is reached, oven.
Operation Programming cooking Automatic switch-off durations To switch a programme off automatically, enter the Duration or the By entering the duration and/or finish Finish time. time, the cooking process can be – Example: Entering a cooking programmed to switch off, or on and duration off automatically.
Operation Delaying the start with Automatic I:30 switch-off To switch a programme on and off automatically, enter both the cooking duration and the finish time. We recommend using automatic ^ Whilst the triangle V is flashing, switching on and off when roasting. enter the required duration in hours However, do not delay the start for and minutes (1:30) with the...
Operation The oven heating, lighting and cooling To check and change an entered time fan will switch off. The finish time will now appear in the It is possible to check or change times display as long as the triangle is not entered for a cooking programme at moved to under another symbol.
Operation Microwave function After a short while or after touching the OK sensor to confirm the entry, the The following power levels can be following will appear in the display: selected: I:30 80 W, 150 W, 300 W, 450 W, 600 W, 850 W, 1000 W.
Operation Combination programmes After a short while or after touching the OK sensor to confirm the entry, the Combination programmes combine following will appear in the display: microwave power with another I:30 cooking function, e.g. Fan Plus, Grill or Fan Grill. % W m Microwave+Fan plus Start...
Operation Microwave+Grill After a short while or after touching the OK sensor to confirm the entry, the ^ Select the Microwave+Grill following will appear in the display: function. I:30 The display will show a suggested power level of 300 W. This can be changed to 150 W or 80 W if you wish.
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 symbol will flash. A maximum minute minder time of –...
System lock ^ Confirm your choice of setting by The system lock prevents the touching the OK sensor. appliance being operated If the "I" setting is selected, the unintentionally, by children for appliance cannot be operated. example. symbol will remind you that the ^ Turn the function selector to "0".
Settings Your oven is supplied with standard factory default settings. You can select alternative settings by changing the status "s" of a setting "P" (see chart). Setting Status (* Standard default setting) When the time of day display is switched off and the function selector is turned to the "0"...
Settings To change the status of a The change to the setting remains in setting memory even after a power cut. ^ Select "Settings ". ^ Touch the OK sensor. "P I" will appear in the display. ^ Touch the V or W sensor repeatedly until the setting required appears in the display.
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Function Power level / Suitable for: Temperature Defrost Microwave 80 W Very delicate foods such as cream, butter, cream and butter creamgateaux, cheese 150 W All other types of food Reheat Microwave 450 W Food for babies and children 600 W All types of food;...
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Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Before defrosting, reheating and After defrosting, reheating and cooking cooking ^ Place food (including frozen) in a Allow the food to stand at room dish that is suitable for the temperature long enough to allow the microwave, and cover it.
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Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Guidance on reheating food Guidance on cooking Food for babies and young children Food with a thick skin or peel, such or the elderly must not be allowed to as tomatoes, sausages, jacket get too hot.
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Useful tips Tips Defrosting large The glass tray placed on the lowest level can be used quantities of food at for defrosting food. once, e.g. 2 kg fish Reheating food Always cover food when reheating it, except when reheating meat/fish coated in breadcrumbs.
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Chart for defrosting Microwave power setting Quantity 150 W 80 W Standing time Time in min. Time in min. in min. Dairy products Cream 250 ml – 13 – 17 10 – 15 Butter 250 g –...
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Chart for reheating food Drinks Microwave power setting Quantity 1000 W 450 W Standing time Time in min. Time in min. in min. Coffee, drinking temperature 60 – 65 °C 1 cup, 200 ml 0:50 –...
Defrosting, reheating and cooking using microwave power Chart for cooking food Microwave power setting Quantity 850 W 450 W Standing Time Time time in min. in min. in min. Meat Meatballs in gravy (400 g meat) 10 – 12 2 – 3 Stew (750 g meat) 2 –...
Baking Functions Bakeware For the best baking results make sure ß Fan Plus that you chose bakeware in a material suitable for the particular oven function Ideal for baking biscuits, sponges, choux pastry, puff pastry and filo you are using. pastry.
Baking Shelf level Eating food which has been cooked correctly is important for good Fan Plus health. Cakes baked in Lowest shelf level Only bake cakes, pizza, chips etc. cake tins until they are golden brown. Do not Biscuits, tray 2nd shelf level from overcook them.
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Baking Problem Possible cause and remedy Cakes or biscuits are Check that the correct temperature has been set. not properly cooked Check whether there has been a change to the recipe. after the time The addition of more liquid or more eggs makes a recommended in the moister mix which would take longer to cook.
Baking chart Fan Plus Microwave+Fan Plus Temperature Time Power level Temperature Time in °C in min. in W in °C in min. Creamed mixture Victoria sponge 140 – 160 60 – 80 – – – Fruit cake 150 – 170 65 –...
Roasting Functions Containers For best results, make sure that you ß Fan Plus select containers suitable for roasting. Suitable for meat and poultry dishes with a crispy topping. Fan Plus The following containers are suitable: ß Microwave+Fan Plus Roasting tins, casserole dishes, ovenproof glass, earthenware.
Roasting Pot roasting Shelf level Roasting in a covered pot is highly Fan Plus recommended: ^ Insert the rack with the food on it at – The meat stays succulent, the lowest shelf level. – and the oven stays cleaner, too. Microwave+Fan Plus –...
Roasting Roasting time Useful tips The roasting time will depend on the Take the meat out of the oven, wrap in type of meat, the size and thickness of aluminium foil and leave to stand for the cut, The traditional British method is about 10 minutes.
Roasting chart Fan Plus Microwave+Fan Plus Temperature Time Power level Temperature Time 1) 2) in °C in min. in W in °C in min. Roast beef (approx. 1 kg) 170 – 190 100 – 120 – – – 3), 4) Beef fillet (approx.
Grilling Functions Grilling on the rack ß Grill Pre-heat the grill for approx. 5 minutes with the oven Suitable for flat items, such as: cutlets, door shut. Do not select or switch on steak, burgers, toast, cheese toast. the microwave function during this time.
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Grilling Fan Grill Testing to see if cooked One way of finding out how far through Temperature a piece of meat has been cooked is to press down on it with a spoon. 220 °C For thin, lean cuts of –...
Grilling tips Fan Grilling guide (Fan Grill – Use the Fan Grill function for meat, fish, poultry and vegetables. – Always pre-heat for at least 5 minutes before Fan Grilling. – It is not necessary to turn food when Fan Grilling. –...
Grilling tips Grilling guide (Grill – Use for thick toasts, muffins, cheese on toast, foccacia, bruschetta. – Pre-heat grill for at least 5 minutes. – Select the appropriate shelf level for the thickness of the food. – Thinner foods can be positioned on shelf 3, while thicker foods should be grilled on shelf 2.
Defrosting without microwave power Function Useful tips ß Defrost It is particularly important to observe food hygiene rules when The air in the oven is kept at room defrosting poultry. Do not use the temperature and circulated by the fan liquid from the defrosted poultry.
Allow the surfaces to cool down to room stainless steel which has been treated temperature. Apply a proprietary oven with a special finish called cleaning spray (such as from Miele's PerfectClean. This finish has an CareCollection), and leave to take effect iridescent appearance. Perfect-Clean for a maximum of ten minutes only.
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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 and must not be mixtures are best removed whilst the 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! This can damage the element.
Cleaning and care Door interior and door seal Appliance front The oven interior can get hot Remove any soiling on the front of during use. Danger of burning. the appliance straight away. Soiling that is left too long is harder to Clean the front using a damp microfibre remove, and the surface could cloth or with a clean sponge and a...
Cleaning and care Accessories supplied Avoid damage to the surface. To prevent damage to your appliance Rack when cleaning, do not use: – Cleaning agents containing soda, The surface has been treated with ammonia, acids or chlorides PerfectClean enamel. They should be cleaned according to –...
With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without contacting Miele. If you then can't remedy the problem yourself, please call Miele (see back cover for details). Please note that a call-out charge will be applied for unnecessary ser- vice visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in these operating instructions.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy A noise is heard after a The cooling fan continues to run for a while after the programme has oven has been switched off to prevent any humidity finished. building up in the oven, on the control panel or on the oven housing unit.
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^ Reconnect the appliance to the mains supply. Fault messages in the Possible cause and remedy display Fault messages are Call Miele. indicated by "Fault" plus a number.
Optional accessories Miele offers a range of useful accessories, as well as cleaning and conditioning products for your appliance. These products can be purchased via the internet at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele (see back cover for contact details) or your Miele Chartered Agent.
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The surface has been treated with PerfectClean enamel. Original Miele all purpose microfibre cloth Light soiling and fingerprints can be easily removed with the microfibre cloth.
– your Miele Chartered Agent For further information, please refer to your warranty booklet. – Miele. You will find the contact details for Miele on the back cover of this manual. When contacting Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.
Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out WARNING by a competent person, in accordance THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE with national and local safety EARTHED regulations. Depending on the version, the appliance is supplied with a mains cable, or a mains cable and plug for connection to AC 50 Hz, 230 V.
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.