Microwave tips
You cannot find any information about the settings for the
quantity of food you have prepared.
The food has become too dry.
When the time has elapsed, the food is not defrosted, hot or
cooked.
When the time has elapsed, the food is overheated at the
edge but not done in the middle.
After defrosting, the poultry or meat is defrosted on the out-
side but not defrosted in the middle.
Condensation
Condensation may appear on the door window, interior walls
and floor. This is normal. This does not affect how the
Test dishes in accordance with EN 60705
The quality and correct operation of microwave appliances are
tested by testing institutes using these dishes.
In accordance with EN 60705, IEC 60705, DIN 44547 and
EN 60350 (2009)
Cooking and defrosting with the microwave
Microwave cooking
Dish
Microwave power setting in watts, cooking
time in minutes
Egg wash, 565 g
600 W, 5 mins + 180 W, 20-25 mins
Sponge
600 W, 7-9 mins
Meat loaf
600 W, 22-27 mins
Microwave defrosting
Dish
Microwave power setting in watts, cooking
time in minutes
Meat
180 W, 5 mins + 90 W, 12-15 mins
Increase or reduce the cooking times using the following rule of
thumb:
Double the amount = almost double the cooking time
Half the amount = half the cooking time
Next time, set a shorter cooking time or select a lower microwave
power setting. Cover the food and add more liquid.
Set a longer time. Large quantities and food which is piled high
require longer times.
Stir it during the cooking time and next time, select a lower micro-
wave power setting and a longer cooking time.
Next time, select a lower microwave power setting. If you are
defrosting a large quantity, turn it several times.
microwave operates. Wipe away the condensation after
cooking.
Note
Place the 22 x 17 cm Pyrex dish on the turntable.
Place a pyrex dish with a diameter of 22 cm on the turnta-
ble.
Place the 28 cm Pyrex loaf tin on the turntable.
Note
Place the microwaveable plastic plate with a diameter
of 22 cm on the turntable.
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