Miele H 4020 BM, H 4010 BM manual Testing dishes for their suitability, W g h

Suitable containers for microwave ovens

Testing dishes for their 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:

^Place the container centrally on the glass tray and slide into the lowest shelf level.

^Close the door.

A microwave oven process cannot be started until the door is closed.

^Turn the function selector to microwave mode.

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The display shows the highest power level (1000 W).

^Wait for 5 seconds or press the V button to confirm your choice.

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^Whilst triangle V is flashing, enter a duration of 30 seconds using the using the + button.

The h symbol will flash in the display to tell you to start the process.

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^Press the V button to start the process.

The oven interior light comes on. The time entered counts down in the display in seconds.

If a crackling noise is heard accompanied by sparks during the test, switch off the appliance imme- diately. Turn the function selector to "0".

Any crockery which causes this reaction is unsuitable for use with microwave power.

At the end of the 30 seconds the buzzer will sound and the g symbol will start flashing. Press any button to cancel the buzzer.

The time of day will reappear in the display. The oven interior light goes out.

If any doubt exists about the suitability of containers, please contact the supplier.

This test cannot be used to check whether items with hollow knobs or handles are suitable for use with microwave power.

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