Miele DG2661 - Manual

Accessories supplied Additional accessories can be ordered at extra cost. Condensate tray(usable capacity 1.7 litres) To catch excess moistureGastronorm size GN 1/2 Rack For placing cooking containers on 2 cooking containers DGGL 1,perforated(usable capacity 0.9 litres) For steamingGastronorm size G...

Optional accessories Stainless steel containers Container Usable capacity in litres Height in cm Gastronorm size DGG 2solid 2.0 6 GN 1/3 DGG 3solid 3.1 6 GN 1/2 DGGL 4perforated 3.1 6 GN 1/2 DGGL 5perforated 2.0 6 GN 1/3 DGGL 6perforated 2.8 10 GN 1/3 DGG 7solid 2.8 10 GN 1/3 Lid - DGD for Gastronor...

Technical safety Before connecting the appliance tothe mains supply make sure that the voltage and frequency correspondto the rating on the data plate.This data must correspond in order toavoid the risk of damage to theappliance. Consult a qualifiedelectrician if in any doubt. This appliance may be ...

Correct usage To avoid the risk of accidents anddamage to the appliance, you should read these operatinginstructions carefully before using it forthe first time. They contain importantnotes on the installation, safety,operation and care of the appliance. Built-in appliances must not beused until aft...

Safety with children The appliance must be installed atsuch a height that small children cannot reach the appliance door, whichgets hot during use. Use the safety lock to preventchildren operating the appliance or altering the settings. The appliance is only intended foruse by adults who have read t...

Protecting the appliance fromdamage Do not use the appliance to heatup food in sealed jars and tins. Pressure will build up inside them andthey can explode causing damage tothe appliance, as well as the risk ofinjury and scalding. Do not store cooked food in theoven. The moisture in the food can lea...

Protection from burning The appliance, especially theinside of the door and the area around the ventilation outlet, becomesextremely hot during use, and remainshot for some time after switching off. If the oven is still hot, steam willescape when the door is opened. Stand back from the appliance and...

Disposal of the packingmaterial The transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings,bags etc. are disposed of safely andkept out of the reach of babies andyoung children. Da...

General notes You will hear noises similar to those of akettle boiling whilst steam is beinggenerated. When the appliance is switched on thefan which expels steam from the ovencan also be heard. The fan will continueto run for a while after the oven hasbeen switched off. If you want toreduce the run...

Setting the language The steam oven is set up at the factoryfor German. You will need to changethe language setting to your ownlanguage. Proceed as follows: Using the function selector: ^ Press it to switch the appliance on. A welcome screen will appear in thedisplay. The display will then change to...

Setting the water hardness The steam oven is set at the factory towater hardness setting IV (hard 4). If your water hardness level differs fromthis you will need to re-programme theappliance. You can use the test strip supplied tocheck the water hardness level, or yourlocal water supplier will be ab...

Before each use ^ When using a perforated cookingcontainer, push the condensate trayonto the lowest shelf runner to catchany drips. ^ Fill the water container. You do not need to remove the insert. Only use mains tap water . Never use distilled or mineral water. The water level must be between thetw...

Function chart Symbol Function Recommended temperature in °C / °F Temperature range which can be set in °C / °F Q COOK UNIVERSAL 100 / 210 40 - 100 / 105 - 210 Q1 COOK VEG 100 / 210 90 - 100 / 195 - 210 Q_ COOK FISH 85* / 185* 70 - 100 / 165 - 210 Q G COOKMEAT/POULTRY 100 / 210 90 - 100 / 195 - 210 ...

Switching on and selecting afunction ^ Switch the appliance on by pressingthe function selector. COOK UNIVERSAL will appear in thedisplay, with the symbols for thefunctions available below it. The symbolfor "Cook Universal" is highlighted inyellow. ^ Turn the function selector to therequired...

Setting a cooking duration After confirming the temperature, 3zeros will appear in the display, and thetime symbol g will start flashing. Proceed as follows: ^ Set the required duration, e.g. 20minutes, using the time/temperatureselector. A duration of between 1minute (0:01)and 4 hours 59 minutes (4...

Starting a programme The appliance is set up at the factoryso that it starts automatically as soon as you have confirmed the cookingduration. If you prefer to always start theprogramme manually , you will have to reset the standard setting for START to"manual" (see "Standard settings"...

After starting a programme After the start, you will hear the noise ofthe fan and the symbols in the functiondisplay will go out. The functionselected, e.g. COOK FISH will remaindisplayed until the end of the cookingduration. The time/temperature display will showyou which phase of the cookingprogra...

Interrupting a programme You can interrupt a programme at anytime by opening the door. The heating will be switched off and thecooking duration remaining stored inmemory. If the oven is still hot, steam willescape when the door is opened.Step back from the appliance andwait until the steam has dissi...

At the end of cooking duration At the end of the set cooking duration,an audible tone sounds and 3 zeros willappear in the time/temperature display. ^ To switch the appliance off, press thefunction selector until thetime/temperature display goes outand "Empty condensate tray"appears in the f...

After use ^ Switch the appliance off. ^ Remove the condensate tray andempty it out. ^ Remove the water container andempty it out. ^ After each use, clean and dry thewhole appliance as described in"Cleaning and care". ^ Leave the door open until thecooking compartment is completelydry. The ap...

System lock The appliance is set at the factory sothat you can lock it when it is switchedoff to prevent it from being operatedwithout your knowledge, by children forexample. If you also wish to lock the appliancewhile it is operating, so that the cookingtime and temperature cannot bealtered, you wi...

Suitable containers Some stainless steel cookingcontainers are supplied with theappliance. Other containers, in a varietyof sizes, both perforated and solid, areavailable as optional extras. When choosing the most suitablecontainer for the particular food you arecooking, please note: – Use perforate...

Steaming Food Function Temperature in °C Duration in minutes al dente well done Vegetables Asparagus, green COOK VEG 100 3-5 6-8 Baby Carrots (whole) " 100 3-5 6-9 Beans (french) " 100 3 4-5 Beans (runner, sliced) " 100 2-3 4-5 Beetroot (whole) " 100 - 20-30 Broccoli 100 4 5-7 Brusse...

Tips on steaming – In general, the cooking durations for cooking with steam are the same asfor cooking food in a saucepan. – Steam prevents food from drying out so it remains moist, and juices arenot lost. This applies to a wide varietyof food, including dumplings, steampuddings, fish and meat dishe...

Reheating REHEAT function Food to be reheated Duration in minutes Vegetables Cauliflower, runner beans, 2 kohlrabi, carrots 2 Side dishes Dumplings, potatoes(halved) 3-4 Pasta, rice 2-3 Meat and poultry Sliced meat1.5 cm thick 3-5 Stew 3-5 Chicken schnitzel 3-5 Meatballs in sauce 3-5 Sliced roulade ...

Defrosting DEFROST function Food to be defrosted Weight in g Temp. in °C Defrosting ti me in minutes Standing time in minutes Meat Stew 500 60 30-40 10-15 Minced meat 250 50* 15-20 10-15 Cutlets, chops, sausages 800 60 25-35 15-20 Poultry Chicken 1000 60 40 15-20 Chicken drumsticks 150 60 20-25 10-1...

Frozen food can be defrosted in thisappliance in much less time than whendefrosting at room temperature. Proceed as follows: ^ Place the food in a suitable containeror on the rack. ^ Select the Defrost function andconfirm your selection. ^ Change the recommendedtemperature if necessary (see chart)an...

Bottling Select "Cook Universal" for bottling. COOK UNIVERSAL function Produce Temp. in °C Duration in minutes** Fruit Apples 90* 50 Applesauce/stewedapples 90* 65 Red /Blackcurrants 80* 50 Gooseberries 80* 55 Fruit withstones 85* 55 Vegetables Beans 100 120 Gherkins 90* 55 * This temperatur...

Meal planning It is very economical and practical tocook a whole meal at the same time inthe steam oven. Proceed as follows: ^ Place cooking containers on differentlevels or place them side by side orone on top of the other on the rack. In general, cooking durations will varyaccording to the type of...

Blanching You can use your steam oven to blanchvegetables and fruit to prepare them forfreezing. Proceed as follows: ^ Put the prepared vegetables/fruit(cleaned, washed, chopped etc.) intoa perforated cooking container. ^ Select the Cook Veg function andconfirm your selection. Confirm therecommended...

Disinfecting baby bottles The steam oven can be used todisinfect baby bottles and othercontainers. Check beforehand that allparts, teats etc., are declared by themanufacturer to be heat-resistant to100 °C. Proceed as follows: ^ Place the condensate tray on the firstrunner level and place the rackabo...

General notes Clean the whole appliance and then dryit thoroughly after each use. Allow theappliance to cool down to a safetemperature before cleaning. Make sure the appliance is completelydry before closing the door. Do not use a steam cleaner to cleanthis appliance. The steam couldreach electrical...

Oven interior Dry the oven interior, oven interior roof,door seal, drip channel, inside of thedoor and the compartment for the watercontainer after each use. Use asponge or absorbent cloth to wipe offthe condensate which has built up. Remove grease deposits with a mildsolution of washing up liquid a...

Water container Remove, empty and dry the watercontainer after each use. Also removethe insert from the water container. ^ Release the insert by pushing thecatches on the sides in towards eachother and then pull it out of thecontainer. ^ After cleaning, dry both parts of theinsert thoroughly before ...

Coupling seal If the water container becomes difficultto remove and replace, you will need tolubricate the seal. Rub a small amountof the silicone grease supplied (see"Accessories supplied") into the insideof the seal. When doing this, do notdetach the seal but leave it in place. When handli...

Descaling Only use proprietary citric acidbased descaling agents ordescaling tablets to descale theappliance (available from the SpareParts Dept). Follow themanufacturer’s instructions on thepackaging. Do not use vinegar ordescaling agents containing vinegar,as these can cause corrosion. With alumin...

The standard settings listed in the chart can be altered. The standard settings are set using the function selector . The appliance will guide you through the procedure. Several settings can be altered in succession. Standard settings Alternatives* Use C SETTINGS for: F LANGUAGE English, German etc....

Installation work and repairs toelectrical components of thisappliance must only be carried outby a suitably qualified andcompetent person in accordancewith local and national safetyregulations. Repairs and other workby unqualified persons could bedangerous. The manufacturercannot be held liable for...

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – your Miele dealer, or – the Miele Service Department (see address on back cover). When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the modeland serial number of your appliance. These are on the data pla...

Safety instructions forinstallation Before connecting the appliance tothe mains supply make sure that the voltage and frequency correspondto the rating on the data plate.This data must correspond in order toavoid the risk of damage to theappliance. Consult a qualifiedelectrician if in any doubt. The...

Appliance dimensions DG 2351 Freestanding appliance c Inlet for mains connection cable to the appliance Installation 57

Appliance and building-in dimensions DG 2561 / DG 2661 Installation in a tall unit a Steam oven b Building-in recess c Inlet for mains connection cable to the appliance d Recommended position for electrical socket.Important: Do not position behind the appliance! e Mains connection cable Installation...

Appliance and building-in dimensions DG 2551 / DG 2651 Installation in a tall unit a Steam oven b Building-in recess c Inlet for mains connection cable to the appliance d Recommended position for electrical socket.Important: Do not position behind the appliance! e Mains connection cable Installation...

Fitting the feet The appliance is supplied with four feet. If the building-in recess is 350 mm high, the steam oven is installed without fitting the feet. If the building-in recess is 360 mm high, the feet need to be screwed into theappliance before installing it in the recess. If the appliance is b...

Installing the appliance ^ Before installing the appliance securewood trim (supplied) h to the left hand side of the recess using the two3 x 20 mm screws g supplied (see illustration). Dimension x is: 30 ± 5 mm for a recess height of350 mm40 ± 5 mm for a recess height of360 mm. ^ Push the appliance ...

Electrical connection All electrical work should be carriedout by a suitably qualified andcompetent person, in strictaccordance with national and localsafety regulations. Installation, repairs and other workby unqualified persons could bedangerous. The manufacturercannot be held liable forunauthoris...