Operation
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Microwave-Solo mode
Suitable for defrosting,
Grill n
Ideal for grilling thin cuts of meat, e.g. steak or sausages.
Combination mode -
Microwave + Grill
Ideal for cooking and browning dishes with toppings. The microwave cooks the food and the grill browns it.
Automatic programmes
You can choose from the following auto- matic programmes:
–three automatic defrosting programmes (N O M),
–two automatic cooking programmes (°Q)
–and two combination programmes (QK).
These programmes are weight depend- ent. You enter the weight of the food and then the cooking time is calculated automatically.
Microwave power settings
There are 7 different microwave power settings to choose from.
The higher the power setting the more microwaves reach the food.
When heating up food which cannot be stirred or turned during cooking, as with a plated meal, it is preferable to use a lower microwave power setting. This ensures the heat is distributed evenly. Heat for long enough to reach the tem- perature required.
Times for defrosting, reheating, cooking
The time required depends on:
–the initial temperature of the food. Food taken from the refrigerator will need longer to be reheated or cooked than food already at room temperature.
–the type and texture of food.
Fresh vegetables contain more water and cook more quickly than stored vegetables.
–the amount of food.
In general:
allow approx. time and a half for double the quantity. For a smaller quantity, possibly shorten the time but ensure food is cooked thor- oughly.
–the shape and material of the container.
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