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Miele M 7140 TC - User Manual

Miele M 7140 TC
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Operating instructions
Microwave oven
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 11 195 380

Table of Contents

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Summary

Warning and Safety Instructions

Correct Application

Specifies the intended use and limitations of the microwave oven for domestic purposes.

Safety with Children

Details crucial safety measures and precautions for children around the appliance.

Technical Safety

Covers essential safety aspects related to the appliance's electrical components and integrity.

Correct Use Guidelines

Provides instructions for proper usage to prevent hazards like fire and damage.

Accessory Safety

Emphasizes using only genuine Miele accessories to maintain safety and warranty.

Before First Use

Appliance Acclimatization

Instruction to let the appliance acclimatize to room temperature before operation.

Initial Safety Checks

Highlights risks from packaging material and damaged appliances before first use.

Installation

Installation Dimensions

Provides precise measurements required for the correct installation of the appliance.

Unit Installation Types

Illustrates installation procedures for both tall and base kitchen units.

Tall Unit Electrical Connection

Details the electrical connection requirements specifically for tall unit installations.

Base Unit Electrical Connection

Outlines the electrical connection specifications for base unit installations.

Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the microwave oven into its designated niche.

Electrical Connection Safety

Explains safe practices for connecting the appliance to the mains electricity supply.

Environmental Care

Packaging Disposal

Information regarding the recycling and environmentally conscious disposal of packaging materials.

Old Appliance Disposal

Guidance on the responsible and legal disposal of the microwave oven at its end of life.

Appliance Overview

Key Components

Identifies the main parts of the appliance: control panel, turntable, and door.

Control Panel

Control Elements Description

Details the On/Off button, display, and sensor controls located above the display.

Sensor Controls Under Display

Explains the functions of the sensor controls situated beneath the display.

Display Symbols Explained

Provides meanings for various symbols that appear on the appliance's display screen.

Using the Appliance

Navigating Menus and Settings

Guide on selecting menu options, changing values, and confirming selections.

Cancelling Cooking Programmes

Instructions on how to interrupt or cancel an ongoing cooking programme.

Microwave Functionality

How Microwaves Work

Explains the conversion of electrical energy into microwaves and their distribution.

Benefits of Microwave Heating

Lists advantages such as speed, nutrient retention, and improved food texture.

Modes of Operation

Microwave Solo Mode

Describes the basic mode for defrosting, reheating, and cooking with manual settings.

Automatic Programmes

Introduces categories for automated cooking: Cook, Defrost, Reheat, and Popcorn.

Suitable Containers

Container Material and Shape

Discusses how material and shape impact microwave heating and safety.

Metal and Metallic Decoration

Warns against using metal containers or items with metallic trim due to sparking risk.

Glass, Ceramic, Porcelain

Details suitable and unsuitable types of glass, ceramic, and porcelain containers.

Stoneware, Wood, and Plastics

Information on stoneware, unsuitability of wood, and guidelines for microwave-safe plastics.

Container Testing Method

Provides a simple test to determine if a container is suitable for microwave use.

Heat-Retaining Covers

Explains the function and correct usage of heat-retaining covers during microwave cooking.

Initial Setup

Setting the Language

Guide to selecting the desired language for the appliance interface.

Setting the Country

Instructions for choosing the appropriate country for regional settings.

Setting the Time of Day

Steps for configuring the time, clock display options, and energy saving features.

Altering Time Settings

Procedure for changing the time of day after the initial setup is complete.

Settings Overview

Language, Country, Time Settings

Configuration options for language, country, and time display preferences.

Volume, Display, Units Settings

Adjustments for buzzer volume, display brightness, and measurement units.

Function Settings Overview

Summary of settings for Keeping Warm, Quick MW, Popcorn, Query Food, and Safety.

Changing Settings

Language and Country Configuration

Detailed steps for setting the appliance's language and country.

Time Display and Clock Format

Options for time display modes (On, Off, Night dimming) and clock format.

Volume, Buzzer, Keypad Tone

Customizing buzzer volume, tones, and keypad activation sounds.

Display Brightness and Units

Adjusting display brightness and selecting units for weight measurement.

Keeping Warm, Quick MW, Popcorn

Configuring Keep Warm, Quick MW function, and Popcorn programme settings.

Query Food and Safety Locks

Explains 'Query food' prompt and managing system and sensor locks for safety.

Software, Demo Mode, Factory Reset

Information on software version, demo mode, and resetting to factory defaults.

Operation

Door Operation and Safety

Guidelines for opening, closing the door, and safety risks associated with it.

Turntable and Dish Placement

Correct placement of dishes and the function of the turntable for even cooking.

Starting a Cooking Programme

Steps to select power, set duration, and initiate a cooking programme.

Interrupting and Restarting

Procedures for pausing, resuming, or cancelling an ongoing cooking programme.

Altering Programme Settings

How to adjust power level or duration while a programme is running.

Programme Completion Alerts

Information on audible signals and the automatic Keeping Warm function.

Programming Start;Finish Times

Setting automatic start and end times for cooking cycles.

Quick Microwave Function

Using the Quick MW button for immediate, high-power cooking for one minute.

Modifying Saved Programmes

Changing and saving preferred time and power level settings for programmes.

System Lock Management

Activating and deactivating the system lock to prevent accidental operation or changes.

Minute Minder Usage

Using the Minute Minder

Setting and managing the minute minder for timing kitchen activities.

Minute Minder with Programmes

Using the minute minder concurrently with cooking programmes.

Automatic Programmes

Programme Categories

Overview of automatic programme types: Cook, Defrost, Reheat, and Popcorn.

Operating Automatic Programmes

Steps for selecting programmes, entering food weight, and managing timings.

Vegetable Recipe Example

Provides a recipe for cooking vegetables using an automatic programme.

Carrot Cream Sauce Recipe

Details ingredients and method for preparing 'Carrots in a chervil cream sauce'.

Potato Recipe Example

Offers a recipe for cooking potatoes via the automatic programme.

Golden Curried Potatoes Recipe

Lists ingredients and method for 'Golden curried potatoes'.

Rice and Fish Recipes

Instructions for cooking rice and preparing fish curry using automatic programmes.

Reheating Food

Recommended Reheating Power Levels

Specifies microwave power levels suitable for reheating different food types.

Reheating Safety Precautions

Essential safety advice for reheating, including handling hot food and preventing boil-overs.

Cooking Food

General Cooking Tips

Advice on power levels, food preparation, and stirring for even cooking.

Egg Cooking Safety

Warnings and procedures for safely cooking eggs with or without shells.

Post-Cooking Procedures

Guidance on removing hot dishes and allowing food to stand for heat distribution.

Defrosting Food

Refreezing and Hygiene Risks

Warnings regarding refreezing thawed food and salmonella risk with poultry.

Defrosting Power Level Settings

Specifies appropriate microwave power levels for defrosting various food items.

Defrosting and Cooking Process

Steps for defrosting, preparing food, and subsequent reheating or cooking.

Examples of Use

Melting Butter and Gelatine

Examples for melting butter, dissolving gelatine, and proving yeast dough.

Sweet Preparations Examples

Examples for marshmallows, salad dressing oil, citrus fruits, and strawberry jam.

Test Institute Guidelines

Standardized Testing Procedures

Details test foods, power levels, durations, and standing times for laboratory testing.

Cleaning and Care

Safety Before Cleaning

Crucial safety steps, including power disconnection and avoiding high-pressure cleaning.

Oven Interior Cleaning Methods

Instructions for cleaning the oven cavity, including steam cleaning for tough residue.

Exterior Cleaning and Odour Removal

Guidance on cleaning the appliance front and neutralizing interior odours.

Interior Cleaning Details

Specific instructions for cleaning the turntable, roller ring, and oven floor.

Appliance Front Cleaning

How to clean the exterior front of the microwave, including air vents.

Surface Protection and Cleaning Agents

Advice on preventing scratches and a list of cleaning agents to avoid.

Problem Solving Guide

Programme Start Failures

Troubleshooting steps for when a cooking programme does not initiate correctly.

Operational Issues

Addresses problems like display not lighting up or turntable not turning smoothly.

Cooking and Defrosting Problems

Solutions for inadequate cooking/defrosting and potential function failures.

Noise, Time, and Heat Issues

Troubleshooting strange noises, inaccurate time, and food cooling too quickly.

Appliance Overheating Issues

Diagnosing and resolving instances where the microwave oven switches off due to overheating.

After Sales Service

Contacting Miele Service

Guidance on how to contact Miele for technical support and fault resolution.

Warranty Activation and Information

Details on warranty coverage, activation process, and where to find more information.

Summary

Warning and Safety Instructions

Correct Application

Specifies the intended use and limitations of the microwave oven for domestic purposes.

Safety with Children

Details crucial safety measures and precautions for children around the appliance.

Technical Safety

Covers essential safety aspects related to the appliance's electrical components and integrity.

Correct Use Guidelines

Provides instructions for proper usage to prevent hazards like fire and damage.

Accessory Safety

Emphasizes using only genuine Miele accessories to maintain safety and warranty.

Before First Use

Appliance Acclimatization

Instruction to let the appliance acclimatize to room temperature before operation.

Initial Safety Checks

Highlights risks from packaging material and damaged appliances before first use.

Installation

Installation Dimensions

Provides precise measurements required for the correct installation of the appliance.

Unit Installation Types

Illustrates installation procedures for both tall and base kitchen units.

Tall Unit Electrical Connection

Details the electrical connection requirements specifically for tall unit installations.

Base Unit Electrical Connection

Outlines the electrical connection specifications for base unit installations.

Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the microwave oven into its designated niche.

Electrical Connection Safety

Explains safe practices for connecting the appliance to the mains electricity supply.

Environmental Care

Packaging Disposal

Information regarding the recycling and environmentally conscious disposal of packaging materials.

Old Appliance Disposal

Guidance on the responsible and legal disposal of the microwave oven at its end of life.

Appliance Overview

Key Components

Identifies the main parts of the appliance: control panel, turntable, and door.

Control Panel

Control Elements Description

Details the On/Off button, display, and sensor controls located above the display.

Sensor Controls Under Display

Explains the functions of the sensor controls situated beneath the display.

Display Symbols Explained

Provides meanings for various symbols that appear on the appliance's display screen.

Using the Appliance

Navigating Menus and Settings

Guide on selecting menu options, changing values, and confirming selections.

Cancelling Cooking Programmes

Instructions on how to interrupt or cancel an ongoing cooking programme.

Microwave Functionality

How Microwaves Work

Explains the conversion of electrical energy into microwaves and their distribution.

Benefits of Microwave Heating

Lists advantages such as speed, nutrient retention, and improved food texture.

Modes of Operation

Microwave Solo Mode

Describes the basic mode for defrosting, reheating, and cooking with manual settings.

Automatic Programmes

Introduces categories for automated cooking: Cook, Defrost, Reheat, and Popcorn.

Suitable Containers

Container Material and Shape

Discusses how material and shape impact microwave heating and safety.

Metal and Metallic Decoration

Warns against using metal containers or items with metallic trim due to sparking risk.

Glass, Ceramic, Porcelain

Details suitable and unsuitable types of glass, ceramic, and porcelain containers.

Stoneware, Wood, and Plastics

Information on stoneware, unsuitability of wood, and guidelines for microwave-safe plastics.

Container Testing Method

Provides a simple test to determine if a container is suitable for microwave use.

Heat-Retaining Covers

Explains the function and correct usage of heat-retaining covers during microwave cooking.

Initial Setup

Setting the Language

Guide to selecting the desired language for the appliance interface.

Setting the Country

Instructions for choosing the appropriate country for regional settings.

Setting the Time of Day

Steps for configuring the time, clock display options, and energy saving features.

Altering Time Settings

Procedure for changing the time of day after the initial setup is complete.

Settings Overview

Language, Country, Time Settings

Configuration options for language, country, and time display preferences.

Volume, Display, Units Settings

Adjustments for buzzer volume, display brightness, and measurement units.

Function Settings Overview

Summary of settings for Keeping Warm, Quick MW, Popcorn, Query Food, and Safety.

Changing Settings

Language and Country Configuration

Detailed steps for setting the appliance's language and country.

Time Display and Clock Format

Options for time display modes (On, Off, Night dimming) and clock format.

Volume, Buzzer, Keypad Tone

Customizing buzzer volume, tones, and keypad activation sounds.

Display Brightness and Units

Adjusting display brightness and selecting units for weight measurement.

Keeping Warm, Quick MW, Popcorn

Configuring Keep Warm, Quick MW function, and Popcorn programme settings.

Query Food and Safety Locks

Explains 'Query food' prompt and managing system and sensor locks for safety.

Software, Demo Mode, Factory Reset

Information on software version, demo mode, and resetting to factory defaults.

Operation

Door Operation and Safety

Guidelines for opening, closing the door, and safety risks associated with it.

Turntable and Dish Placement

Correct placement of dishes and the function of the turntable for even cooking.

Starting a Cooking Programme

Steps to select power, set duration, and initiate a cooking programme.

Interrupting and Restarting

Procedures for pausing, resuming, or cancelling an ongoing cooking programme.

Altering Programme Settings

How to adjust power level or duration while a programme is running.

Programme Completion Alerts

Information on audible signals and the automatic Keeping Warm function.

Programming Start;Finish Times

Setting automatic start and end times for cooking cycles.

Quick Microwave Function

Using the Quick MW button for immediate, high-power cooking for one minute.

Modifying Saved Programmes

Changing and saving preferred time and power level settings for programmes.

System Lock Management

Activating and deactivating the system lock to prevent accidental operation or changes.

Minute Minder Usage

Using the Minute Minder

Setting and managing the minute minder for timing kitchen activities.

Minute Minder with Programmes

Using the minute minder concurrently with cooking programmes.

Automatic Programmes

Programme Categories

Overview of automatic programme types: Cook, Defrost, Reheat, and Popcorn.

Operating Automatic Programmes

Steps for selecting programmes, entering food weight, and managing timings.

Vegetable Recipe Example

Provides a recipe for cooking vegetables using an automatic programme.

Carrot Cream Sauce Recipe

Details ingredients and method for preparing 'Carrots in a chervil cream sauce'.

Potato Recipe Example

Offers a recipe for cooking potatoes via the automatic programme.

Golden Curried Potatoes Recipe

Lists ingredients and method for 'Golden curried potatoes'.

Rice and Fish Recipes

Instructions for cooking rice and preparing fish curry using automatic programmes.

Reheating Food

Recommended Reheating Power Levels

Specifies microwave power levels suitable for reheating different food types.

Reheating Safety Precautions

Essential safety advice for reheating, including handling hot food and preventing boil-overs.

Cooking Food

General Cooking Tips

Advice on power levels, food preparation, and stirring for even cooking.

Egg Cooking Safety

Warnings and procedures for safely cooking eggs with or without shells.

Post-Cooking Procedures

Guidance on removing hot dishes and allowing food to stand for heat distribution.

Defrosting Food

Refreezing and Hygiene Risks

Warnings regarding refreezing thawed food and salmonella risk with poultry.

Defrosting Power Level Settings

Specifies appropriate microwave power levels for defrosting various food items.

Defrosting and Cooking Process

Steps for defrosting, preparing food, and subsequent reheating or cooking.

Examples of Use

Melting Butter and Gelatine

Examples for melting butter, dissolving gelatine, and proving yeast dough.

Sweet Preparations Examples

Examples for marshmallows, salad dressing oil, citrus fruits, and strawberry jam.

Test Institute Guidelines

Standardized Testing Procedures

Details test foods, power levels, durations, and standing times for laboratory testing.

Cleaning and Care

Safety Before Cleaning

Crucial safety steps, including power disconnection and avoiding high-pressure cleaning.

Oven Interior Cleaning Methods

Instructions for cleaning the oven cavity, including steam cleaning for tough residue.

Exterior Cleaning and Odour Removal

Guidance on cleaning the appliance front and neutralizing interior odours.

Interior Cleaning Details

Specific instructions for cleaning the turntable, roller ring, and oven floor.

Appliance Front Cleaning

How to clean the exterior front of the microwave, including air vents.

Surface Protection and Cleaning Agents

Advice on preventing scratches and a list of cleaning agents to avoid.

Problem Solving Guide

Programme Start Failures

Troubleshooting steps for when a cooking programme does not initiate correctly.

Operational Issues

Addresses problems like display not lighting up or turntable not turning smoothly.

Cooking and Defrosting Problems

Solutions for inadequate cooking/defrosting and potential function failures.

Noise, Time, and Heat Issues

Troubleshooting strange noises, inaccurate time, and food cooling too quickly.

Appliance Overheating Issues

Diagnosing and resolving instances where the microwave oven switches off due to overheating.

After Sales Service

Contacting Miele Service

Guidance on how to contact Miele for technical support and fault resolution.

Warranty Activation and Information

Details on warranty coverage, activation process, and where to find more information.

Miele M 7140 TC Specifications

General IconGeneral
Microwave Power1000 W
Grill Power1000 W
Control TypeElectronic
Dimensions (H x W x D)280 mm x 462 mm x 320 mm
Weight13.5 kg
Number of power levels5
ColourStainless steel
ColorStainless steel
TypeMicrowave
Display typeLED

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