Miele M 8261-1 manual

Warning and Safety instructions

~Before serving, remember to allow a sufficient standing time and then always check the temperature of the actual food itself after taking it out of the microwave. The temperature of the container is not an indication of the temperature of the food or liquid in it.

This is particularly important when preparing food for babies, children, and the elderly or infirm. Shake or stir baby milk and food thoroughly after heating, and try it for temperature to ensure that it will not scald the baby. When heating food and drinks, remember that the heat is created in the food itself, and that the container will normally be cooler. The dish is only warmed by the heat of the food.

~When heating liquids, the boiling rod provided should always be placed into the container.

When heating liquids, milk, sauces etc. in the oven without the boiling rod, the boiling point of the liquid may be reached without the production of typical bubbles. The liquid does not boil evenly throughout. This so-called 'boiling delay' can cause a sudden build-up of bubbles when the container

is removed from the oven or shaken, which can lead to the liquid boiling over suddenly and explosively. Danger of burning.

The formation of bubbles can be so strong that the pressure forces the oven door open, with a danger of burning. The boiling rod ensures that bubbles are produced, and that liquids heat evenly.

~To avoid fuelling any flames, do not open the oven door if smoke occurs in the oven interior.

Interrupt the process by pressing the Stop/C button twice. Switch off at the wall socket, and where applicable, remove the plug. Do not open the door until the smoke has dispersed.

~Never heat undiluted alcohol in the microwave, as this can easily ignite. Fire hazard.

~Do not heat up tins in the microwave. Pressure can build up and they may explode, resulting in injury or damage.

~Cover any food which is left in the microwave to be kept hot, as moisture in the food could lead to corrosion damage in the microwave. This also prevents the food from drying out.

~Try to avoid the interior walls being splashed with food or liquids containing salt. If it does happen, wipe these away thoroughly to avoid corrosion on the stainless steel surface.

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