DeLonghi MW 965 FV manual

27 CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL 1.1 Description of oven and control panel ...........................Page 28 1.1 Important safety warnings ............................................Page 28 1.2 T echnical data .............................................................Page 30 1.3 Installation and electrical connections ............................Page [...]

28 CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION OF OVEN AND CONTROL P ANEL A Grill element B Control panel C Microwave outlet cover D Steam accessories E Inside of door F High wire rack G T urntable H T urntable suppor t I Low wire rack 1. Time and function display 2. STEAM button 3. AUTO MENU button 4. FUNCTION button: to select the function 5. POWER LEV[...]

29 chapter 1 - general flames. 10) Use utensils suitable for microwave ovens only . In order to avoid overheating and the consequent risk of fire, it is advisable to check the oven when cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, card- board or other inflammable materials, and when heating small quantities of food. 11) Never place the tu[...]

30 chapter 1 - general 1.4 INST ALLA TION AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1) Unpack the oven and remove the protective packaging containing the turn- table (G), turntable support (H) and accessories. Check that the tur ntable support (H) is correctly inser ted at the centre of the turntable. 2) Clean the inside of the oven with a soft, damp cloth. 3) Che[...]

31 10) Before you switch on the oven, check that the mains voltage corresponds to that specified on the oven rating plate and that the power socket is properly ear thed. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for fai- lure to obser ve this safety precaution. 11) The majority of modern electronic appliances (TV , radio, stereo systems etc) are[...]

32 chapter 1 - general 1.6 OVENW ARE In the microwave only and combi with microwave functions, any glass (preferably Pyrex), ceramic, china or terracotta ovenware may be used provided it has no metal decorations or parts (e.g. gold decorations, metal handles, feet etc.). Heat resistant plastic plates can also be used, but only for "microwave o[...]

33 1.7 RULES AND TIPS FOR USING THE OVEN chapter 1 - general Microwaves are a form of electromagnetic radiation. They occur in nature in the form of light waves (eg. sunlight). In the oven, these waves penetrate food from all directions to heat water , fat and sugar molecules. Heat is generated in the food itself, while the container warms up as a [...]

34 2.1 SETTING THE CLOCK • The first time the appliance is connected to the household electricity supply or after it has been without power for some time, the ’ delo ‘ welcome message is displayed for 2-3 seconds, followed by four dashes (--:--). T o set the time, proceed as follows: CHAPTER 2 - USING THE CONTROLS AND SETTING THE FUNCTIONS Pr[...]

35 chapter 2 - using the controls and setting the functions microwave only automatic defrost grill only fan only combi microwave + grill combi microwave + fan Press the TIME ADJUST buttons (6) (not together) to set the cooking time. Always consult the tables in Chapter 3 to establish the correct cooking time. Note: you can also change the cooking t[...]

36 chapter 2 - using the controls and setting the functions Note: If you do not start cooking within 2 minutes, the settings will be automatically cancelled. For combi microwave + fan only While the oven is preheating, the required temperature is displayed: Once the oven is at temperature, a countdown of the time left until the end of cooking is di[...]

37 chapter 2 - using the controls and setting the functions 2.3 QUICK HEA T This function is perfect for heating small quantities of food and drink. • Press the ST ART button (8) twice. The oven operates for 2 minutes at maximum power . This function is also useful to complete unfinished cooking. 2.4 CHILD SAFETY The oven is fitted with a safety [...]

38 3.1 DEFROSTING • Frozen foods in plastic bags, film, or oven ready containers can be placed directly in the oven. Check first that there are no metal objects like staples or ties. • Cer tain types of food such as green vegetables and fish do not require defrosting completely before cooking. • Foods in meat and other sauces defrost quicker [...]

39 3.2 HEA TING Y our microwave oven is at its most useful and efficient when heating up food. Compared to traditional methods, microwaves save both time and electricity . • Y ou are recommended to heat food (par ticularly if frozen) to a temperature of at least 70°C (it must be piping hot!). Y ou will not be able to eat the food at once as it w[...]

40 3.3 - COOKING HORS D'OEUVRES AND FIRST COURSES Soups in general can be made with less water because ver y little water is lost through evaporation in microwa- ve ovens. Add salt at the end of cooking or during standing time because salt has a dehydrating effect. Note that the time required to cook rice (or pasta) in a microwave oven is more[...]

41 3.5 - COOKING SIDE DISHES AND VEGET ABLES Compared to traditional cooking methods, vegetables retain more of their natural colour and nutritional goodness when cooked in a microwave oven. Before cooking, wash and clean the vegetables. Cut larger vegetables into evenly sized pieces. Add 5 dessertspoons of water for ever y 500 g of vegetables (fib[...]

42 180 180 180 180 180 - - - - - TEMPERA TUR chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables 7-9 9-11 10-12 7-9 9-11 9-11 35-40 3.6 - COOKING FISH Fish cooks fast and with excellent results. It can be flavoured with a little butter or oil (or not at all). Cover with clear film. Cut skin before cooking. Arrange fillets evenly . Do not cook [...]

43 chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables 3.8 - COOKING USING THE STEAM FUNCTION (NOT ALL MODELS) This function can be used to: • steam cook all types of food such as vegetables, fish, eggs, etc. T ur n the oven on in steam mode OK Remove the glass turntable (G), and turntable support (H) from inside the oven . 1 Pour 200/400 cc[...]

44 chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables The end of cooking is indicated by three beeps and " END " is displayed. Open the door and remove the food. When the STOP button (7) is pressed or 3 minutes after the end of cooking, the clock is displayed. 6 Impor tant: during cooking, ver y hot steam is produced inside the acce[...]

45 chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables 3.9 PROGRAMMING AUTOMA TIC COOKING CYCLES Press the AUTO MENU button (3) and choose the required function. The corresponding message is displayed. The following functions are available: A1: bread defrost A2: potatoes A3: roast A4: chicken A5: fish A6: cake 1 The metal base has a rubber gas[...]

46 chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables Set the required quantity of food to be cooked by pressing the AUTO MENU button (3) (cer tain functions only). 3 Confirm the automatic function by pressing the ST ART button (8). 2 Note: If you do not start cooking within 2 minutes, the settings will be automatically cancelled. In function[...]

47 chapter 3 - using the oven: tips and cooking time tables The end of cooking is indicated by three beeps and " END " is displayed. Open the door and remove the food. Open the door and remove the food. When the door is opened, a further cooking time is displayed in case the food is undercooked. T o begin the extra cooking, press the ST A[...]

48 CHAPTER 4 - CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before cleaning or maintenance, always unplug the appliance from the mains and wait until cold. T o keep your appliance in the best possible condition, clean the door and inside and outside of the oven with a damp cloth and neutral soap or washing up liquid. Always keep the microwave outlet cover ( C ) free f[...]

49 4.2 MAINTENANCE In the case of malfunction or defective operation, contact a technical ser vice centre authorised by the manu- facturer . Before contacting us, however , it is worth carr ying out the following simple controls. chapter 4 - cleaning and maintenance CAUSE/SOLUTION • Reset the electronic control by unplugging the appliance from th[...]