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This document is an instruction manual for a Siemens microwave, model CF634AGS1B. It provides comprehensive information on the appliance's operation, safety, maintenance, and cooking functionalities.
The Siemens microwave CF634AGS1B is designed for domestic use, primarily for the preparation of food and drink. It offers various operating modes, including microwave cooking, defrosting, and automatic programs, to facilitate quick and easy meal preparation. The appliance features a control panel with buttons, touch fields, and a rotary selector for intuitive setting adjustments. The display shows current settings, options, and notes, with a status bar indicating time, timer duration, and program length. A progress line visually tracks the elapsed time of an operation.
The microwave function allows for cooking, heating, or defrosting food quickly. Users can select from various microwave power settings, ranging from 90 W for delicate foods to 900 W for heating liquids. The appliance provides default cooking times for each power setting, which can be adjusted as needed. A cooling fan operates as required to prevent overheating, and interior lighting illuminates the cooking compartment during operation.
The appliance also includes a timer function that can be set independently of cooking operations, serving as a kitchen timer. This timer has its own audible signal to distinguish it from cooking time alerts. Automatic programs simplify cooking by allowing users to select a program and enter the food's weight, after which the appliance applies the most suitable settings. These programs often include instructions for turning or stirring food during preparation.
The microwave is designed for user-friendly operation. After switching on, the appliance displays a default operating mode, ready for immediate use. Users can navigate through the operating modes menu to select different functions like "Microwave," "Programmes," or "Settings." The rotary selector is used to change adjustment values and selections, while touch fields facilitate navigation.
Initial use involves setting the language, time, and date, which can be reconfigured later in the basic settings. The appliance provides notes and further information on ongoing actions, accessible via the "i" button. These notes can be scrolled through and cleared.
For microwave cooking, it is crucial to use microwavable cookware made of glass, glass ceramic, porcelain, ceramic, or heat-resistant plastic. Metal cookware is unsuitable as it blocks microwaves and can cause sparks, damaging the appliance. A "cookware test" is provided to check suitability: heat empty cookware at maximum power for a short duration and observe if it remains cold or warm.
The appliance automatically reduces microwave power output to below maximum after a certain period to protect itself, with full power becoming available again after a cooling period. During operation, opening the appliance door pauses the process, which can be resumed by closing the door and pressing the start/stop button. An audible signal indicates the end of a cooking time, which can be stopped early by touching the timer button.
The automatic programs guide users through the cooking process, often providing instructions for turning or stirring food. Resting times are recommended for certain dishes after the program ends to ensure even temperature distribution.
Regular care and cleaning are essential to maintain the appliance's appearance and functionality. The manual provides specific cleaning instructions for different areas of the microwave, including the appliance front, display, stainless steel surfaces, cooking compartment, door panels, and door seal.
For the appliance front, hot soapy water and a soft cloth are recommended, avoiding metal or glass scrapers. The display should be wiped with a microfibre cloth or a slightly damp cloth, but not a wet cloth. Stainless steel surfaces should be cleaned with hot soapy water and dried with a soft cloth, with immediate removal of limescale, grease, starch, and albumin to prevent corrosion. Special stainless-steel cleaning agents are also available.
The cooking compartment, made of stainless steel, can be cleaned with hot soapy water or vinegar solution, using a dish cloth and then drying with a soft cloth. Oven sprays, aggressive oven cleaners, abrasive materials, scouring pads, rough sponges, and pan cleaners are to be avoided as they can scratch the surface. The interior surfaces should be allowed to dry thoroughly.
Door panels should be cleaned with glass cleaner and a dish cloth, without using a glass scraper. The door seal should be cleaned with hot soapy water and a dish cloth, without scouring or using metal or glass scrapers. It is important to keep the door seal clean to ensure proper door closure and prevent damage to adjacent units.
The manual also advises against using harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, metal or glass scrapers, hard scouring pads, sponges, and cleaning agents with high alcohol content. New sponge cloths should be thoroughly washed before use. To remove unpleasant odors, a cup of water with a few drops of lemon juice can be heated in the microwave.
The appliance should be allowed to cool down before cleaning, and children should be kept at a safe distance from hot parts. High-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners are explicitly prohibited due to the risk of electric shock. Regular cleaning of the appliance and immediate removal of food residue are crucial to prevent damage to the surface and potential microwave energy leakage.
General| Power Output | 900 W |
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| Control Type | Electronic |
| Number of Power Levels | 5 |
| Weight | 17 kg |
| Color | Stainless steel |
| Door Opening | Side opening |
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