AEG MCD343EU-m- Manuals

7 English Microwaves • During delayed boiling, the boiling temperature is attained without the typical steam bubbles rising. When the container is shaken, even gently, theliquid may then suddenly vigorously boil over or spurt - with the risk of scal-ding the user. To prevent liquids from boiling ove...

8 Safety instructions • The viewing window heats up during grilling (and combination grilling and microwave cooking), so keep small children away from the appliance. • To close the door when the viewing window is hot, press on the lower right- hand side of the door. • The cooking area, the grill hea...

9 English General operating instructions Suitable ovenware X suitable - non suitable 1) excluding silver, gold, platinum or metal decoration 2) does not include glaze containing metal 3) please note the maximum temperature stated by the manufacturer 4) do not use the grill rack together with metal r...

10 What else to note... • Food comes in all shapes, sizes and textures. The quantities also vary. For these reasons the time and amount of energy needed to defrost, heat orcook will also vary. As a general rule : Double the quantity/weight = nearly * double the time • Please refer to the cooking cha...

11 English Built-in model To install the appliance in a kitchen cabinet, use the appropriate mountingframe. Note the relevant instructions for installation and connection. Whenbuilding in to a high cabinet, you may use the liftdoor. Note the relevantinformation for installation and connection given ...

13 English START/QUICK PROGRAMME STOP GRILL Product Description The appliance A Control panel B Turntable C Door seal D Door latch and catch E Viewing window F Grill A D B C E D F

14 Product description The control panel A Display for time of day, cooking time, function mode, power etc. B Multi function button to set the time of day and display the selected microwave power etc. C Power knob with signal light to select microwave power. D Rotary knob to select the cooking time ...

15 English Before using the appliance Cleaning Wipe over the front of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasivecleaning agents (these can damage the surface).For stainless steel fronts use a suitable stainless steel cleaning agent thatleaves a protective film against fingerprints.Before y...

16 Before using the appliance Setting the clock Example: 12:15 hrs 1. Plug the appliance into themains. The display starts to flash« A A E E G G » and then « 0 0 0 0 : 0 0 0 0 ». The dots between the digits blinkrapidly. 3. While keeping the Multi func-tion button pressed, set the timeof day with th...

17 English «At a glance» operating instructions Action 1. Press the door release button. . 2. Place food in the cooking space. 3. Shut the door. 4. Select according to the instructions given on the following pages. 5. If required : switch off the turntable . 6. Press the START-button ‘ START/QUICK’ ...

18 “At a glance” operating instructions Action • Open the door by pressing the door release button e.g.for stirring. • Shut the door and press the START button ‘ START/QUICK’ • Press the CLEAR button ‘ STOP’ . • Modify the selected cooking time: turn the rotary knob clockwise or counterclockwise. • ...

19 English Microwave only In this mode, microwaves generate heat directly in the food. Thismode is highly suitable for warming, for example, ready cookedfood and drinks, the defrosting of meat or vegetables, and forcooking food like fish and vegetables. Grilling Heat is generated by a grilling eleme...

20 Modes of operation Microwave Setting 1. Set the required microwavepower by turning the powerknob. The signal lamp lights up.The time of day disappears fromthe display and the requiredmicrowave power appears:turn to the left = lower powerturn to the right = higher power 7 5 0 2. Set the required c...

21 English 750 Watt - Heating liquids 700 Watt - to start a cooking sequence, start roasting, stewing, etc. - cooking vegetables- cooking dishes- defrosting and heating of deep frozen ready made meals - heating refrigerated ready made meals 600 Watt - finish cooking casseroles 500 Watt - cooking egg...

22 Programme Food categories Poultry fresh 1) Fish 2) Meat Delicate cakes and pastries Examples Poultry (whole orportions)Fish (whole/fillets) Pork roast, goulash Cream pie Weight from - to 100 - 2000 g 100 - 2000 g 100 - 2000 g 100 - 1000 g Unpack your frozen food item, place on the top of a small ...

23 English Programme Food categories Chicken 1) (fresh) pork roast 2) (fresh) Gratin 3) Weight from - to 200 - 2000 g 500 - 2000 g 100 - 1500 g Comments If cooking a dishweighing oven500g, a triple bellrings halfwaythrough cooktimeto remind you toturn. See above If cooking a dishweighing 200-500gyou...

24 Modes of operation How to use automatic programmes Example : defrosting 1 kg chicken 1. Press the button for automaticprogrammes ‘ PROGRAMME ’ until the desired programme appearsin the display. 2. Use the Rotary knob to set theweight in grams . 1 0 0 0 3. Press the START button ‘ START/QUICK’ . T...

25 English How to setThe Quick-Start button ‘ START/QUICK’ provides full microwave power from 30 seconds up to 2 minutes and 30 seconds, by 30 second-inter-vals. Each time you push the Quick-START button ‘ START/QUICK’ the programme time is increased by 30 seconds. Example : heating a cup of water (...

26 Modes of operation Grilling How to set Example: 20 minutes with G G P P 2 2 1. Turn the power knob until reaching ‘ 0 0 ’. The time of day disappears. 2 . Set the required grilling time by using the Rotary knob. 3. Press the button for the grill function. The signal light for grill comes on. The ...

27 English Combined Microwave and Grill How to set Example: 20 minutes with 700 microwave power and grill power level G G P P 2 2 1. Set the required microwave power output using the Power knob. The signal light comes on and the time ofday disappears. The required microwave power appearsin the displ...

28 Modes of operation The minute timer with alarm can also be used as a general purposereminder. For example, you could use it to set the time it takes to boilthe egg that you are cooking on the hob.The timer works without switching on the appliance, as long as noother functions have been selected. ...

29 English Cooking charts and tips Defrosting Dish Weight Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (g) (Watt) (min) time(min) Meat Whole meat 500 150 10-15 10-15 Turn once. Cover fatty partswith aluminium foil after 1st half of defrosting time. Steak 200 150 4-6 5-10 Turn once. Mixed chopped 500 150 9-...

32 English Cooking charts and tips Cooking vegetables 1) The times stated here are for guidance only, and depend on the nature and type offood being cooked. i Description Weight Liquid Power Duration Standing Remarks/Hints (g) added (Watt) (min) time (min) Cauliflower 500 1/8 l 750 9-11 2-3 Dot with...

33 English Practical tips for use General • After switching off your appliance, let food stand inside for a few minutes to allow even heat distribution (standing time). • Remove any aluminium foil or metal containing packaging before preparing the food. • Metal objects must be placed at least 2 cm a...

34 Cooking charts and tips Defrosting of butter, pieces of layer cake and cottage cheese –Do not fully defrost in the appliance, but allow to complete defros- ting at room temperature to give a more even result. –Remove any metal or aluminium foil packaging and/or acces- sories before defrosting Def...

35 English Test procedures (Microwave output power 750 Watt)The quality and operation of microwave ovens are established byrecognised test institutes by testing specific dishes. IEC 705 Power Time Standing Comments (Watt) (min) time(min) Egg custard 350 20-21 120 1) (test A) Sponge mixture 750 6-7 5...

36 Cooking charts and tips Roasting and Grilling Description Weight Grill output Time Notes (gram) power (min) Fish 1) mackrel 800-1000 GP3 18-24 Brush with oil. Season sardines 1) 6 pieces GP3 15-20 with salt and pepper. Meat 1) Sausages 2) 6-8 pieces GP3 22-26 Frozen chopped meat 4 pieces GP3 18-2...

37 English Description Weight in Accessories Microwave Grill Time (gram) power level (min) (watt) Noodle casserole Approx. shallow dish 250 GP3 12-17 500 g pasta Potatoes au gratin Approx. 800 g shallow dish 750 GP3 20-22 potatoes Lasagne Approx. shallow dish 750 GP1 15-20 800 g 2 chicken thighs 1) ...

38 Cleaning and care Failure to clean the appliance regularly may damage its surfaces, reducedurability and lead to hazardous operation. The appliance exterior Regular cleaning of your oven will keep it in sound operating condi-tion. Wipe the front of the appliance using a soft cloth and a mild, war...

40 Your call will be automatically routed to the Service Centre covering yourpost code area. For the address of your local Service Force Centre and furtherinformation about Service Force, please visit the website at www.servicefor-ce.co.ukIn-guarantee customers should read the section headed ‘What t...

41 English Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance and for further infor-mation regarding AEG appliances please contact us by letter or telephone atthe address below or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk Customer Care DepartmentAEG Domestic Appliances55-77 High StreetSlough...

42 Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1. The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance ishanded over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by pur-chase invoice or similar documentation.The guarantee do...

43 English European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guaranteemoves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications: - The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. - The guarantee is for the same period and to the same ...