Bosch Appliances HMB402 Microwave Oven User Manual
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1. 3 Enter number to enter the weight Touch 1 then 2 4 Touch START 1 2 LBS TOUCH START Defrost begins and time counts down NOTE When you touch START the display changes to defrost time countdown The oven will beep twice during the DEFROST cycle reminding you to open the door and turn separate or rearrange the food Remove any thawed portions if possible and return frozen por tions to the oven Touch START to resume CODE CATEGORY ITEMS 1 Meat Ground beef steak beef cubes for stew pot roast rib roast rump roast chuck roast hamburger patties lamb chops rolled lamb roast pork chops pork roast hot dogs spareribs country style ribs rolled pork roast Sausage veal cutlets 2 Poultry W hole chicken under 4 Ibs cut up boneless breasts whole Rock Cornish hens turkey breast 3 Fish Fish fillets whole steaks shellfish crab meat lobster tails shrimp scallops Page 16 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Using Your Microwave Oven Multi Stage Cooking For best results some recipes call for different power levels during different stages of a cook cycle You can program your oven to switch from one power level to another for up to two stages Example To set a 2 stage cook cycle PROCEDURE DISPLAY 1 Touch COOK TIME ENTER COOKING TIME 2 Enter the time by touching the 3 00 TOUCH numbers in order 3 0 0 START OR POWER 3 Touch POW ER2. Dimensions WxDxH 177 32 X 1821 32 x 107 8 O ven Capacity 2 1 Cu Ft Cooking Uniformity Turntable system The International Electrotechnical C ommission s IEC standardized method for measuring output wattage Page 6 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual The touch control panel allows you to set the oven controls with the touch of a finger It is designed to be easy to use and understand Scrolling text provides step by step instructions to help through the process 1 DISPLAY Displays the timer the time of day cooking time power level being used and cooking functions selected 2 PERSONAL CHOICE Touch this pad to change the oven s default settings for sound clock scroll speed Ibs kg and demo on off 3 QUICK DEFROST This function lets you defrost quickly for up to 1 pound of frozen food Three food choices are available and the oven will automatically set the defros Page 7 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Cooking in the Microwave Oven IMPORTANT Do not overcook food fire could result Proper cooking depends on selecting the correct power level and cooking time for the amount of food in the oven Smaller portions of food that are cooked too long may catch fire Always have food in the microwave oven when it is on to absorb the microwave energy W hen using the oven at power levels below 10096 you can hear the magnetron cycling on and off Condensation is a nor
3. LEVEL ENTER POWER LEVEL 1 TO 10 4 Enter the power level by touching the P 80 number 8 TOUCH START 5 Touch COOK TIME ENTER COOKING TIME 6 Enter the time by touching the 7 00 TOUCH numbers in order 7 0 0 START OR POWER ENTER POWER 7 Touch POW ER LEVEL LEVEL 1 TO 10 P 50 8 Enter the power level by touching the TOUCH START number 5 3 00 9 Touch START W hen the first stage is over you will hear two short tones as the oven begins the second cook stage END Beeps sound at the end Page 17 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Cooking Tips Cooking Tips CAUTION Do not use aluminum foil during cooking cycle Meat Poultry 1 No special techniques are required Meatshould 1 Nospecialtechniques are required Poultry should be prepared as with conventional cooking Sea be prepared as with conventional cooking S ea son if desired Always thoroughly defrost meat son if desired before cooking 2 Poultry should be thoroughly defrosted Remove 2 Place the meat on a microwave roasting rack or giblets and any metal clamps microwave safe plate and place on the turntable 3 Prick the skin and brush lightly with vegetable oil 3 Cookaccording to the Meat Cooking Recommen unless the poultry is self basting dations below Use the longer time for large All poultry should be placed on a microwave roast meats and the shorter time for smaller meats For i
4. aces 21 Before Calling for S SMV nnna ridet ei dex mic SE x eda Ua UR us 22 Federal Communications C ommission Radio Frequency Interference Statement Only ocius orici rere Cette iab 22 Care of Your Microwave Oven unt 23 How to ODtain S eTVC casu toi ead utu tnl i at pp dn aliut pr editum qn liii tds 24 Bosch Built in Microwave Warranty niente innata reete rna 24 Semice Data osi nsi een ductae diebns bn C ted ee cpu ms eq EQ 24 Microwave Oven Quick Guide eren enr Back Cover Pagel Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Registration Microwave Oven Registration YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN MUST BE REGISTERED It is a Federal requirement that records be maintained on the location of all microwave ovens Therefore please 1 Fillinthe registration card and us The registration card is packed with this manual in the plastic bag 2 Ifyou are notthe original purchaser of this appliance or if the card is missing please establish your ownership by writing to us at Bosch Microwave Registration 555 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 3 When writing to us about your oven please be sure to include the model and serial number Microwave Identification Plate Copy the model and serial number from the microwave identification plate see Page 6 Keep your invoice for warranty validation Fill in the information below as a handy reference Dealer s
5. hot allow to cool before clean ing or placing in water DO NOT cook directly on the G lass Tray Always place food in a microwave safe dish or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches the oven walls causing the tray to stop moving the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite di rection This is normal the Glass Tray can turn in either direction Roller Ring i 3 Page 3 The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with G lass Tray Always replace the Roller Ring and the G lass Tray in their proper positions Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual A Important Safety Instructions Your microwave oven is a cooking device and you should use it with as much care as you use with a range or any other cooking device W hen using this electric appliance basic safety precautions should be followed including the following A WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy observe the following Microwave Safety Read all instructions before using the appliance Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EX CESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY found on Page 3 This appliance must be grounded Connect only 10 in the microwave oven for a short time be fore removing the contai
6. rotating or separating defrosted portions of food If food is not defrosted at end of defrost time set the oven at Power Level 3 for one minute increments until food is thawed Popcorn This feature allows you to use commercially packaged microwave popcorn Use one fresh bag of popcorn Place bag of popcorn on the center of turntable Touch POPCORN to pop packaged popcorn weighing 1 75 to 3 5 oz There is no need to touch START Oven will start automatically and the word SENSING will scroll in the display Page 11 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Power Level Recommendations The microwave oven has 10 power levels for cooking reheating and defrosting Lower power levels increase the cooking time and are used for foods containing cheese and milk or for cooking less tender cuts of meat Refer to the chart below for suggestions Touch Approximate POWER LEVEL Percentage and then of Power Use touch number 10 100 Boiling W ater Making candy Cooking poultry pieces fish and vegetables Cooking tender cuts of meat W hole poultry 9 9096 Reheating rice pasta and vegetables 8 8096 Reheating prepared foods quickly Reheating sandwiches 7 7096 Cooking egg milk and cheese dishes Cooking cakes and breads Melting chocolate 6 60 Cooking veal Cooking whole fish Cooking puddings and custard 5 50 Cooking ham whole poultry and lamb Cooking r
7. water or in a dishwasher Menu Label Do not remove W ipe with damp cloth Control Panel A removable protective film is installed at the factory to prevent scratches during shipping To remove film apply masking or clear tape to an exposed corner and pull gently If the control panel becomes wet clean it with a soft dry cloth Do not use harsh detergents orabrasives on the Control Panel Roller Ring and Oven Cavity Floor Wipe the oven bottom surface with mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry Roller Ring may be washed in mild soapy water or a dishwasher These areas should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise Page 23 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Warranty Bosch Built In Microwave Oven Warranty For Models HMB402 HMB405 HMB406 WHAT IS COVERED For one full year from the date of installation or date of occupancy for a new previously unoccupied dwelling any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge Save your dated receipt or other evidence of the installation occupancy date Bosch will pay for all repair labor and replacement parts found to be defective due to materials and work manship Service must be provided by a Factory Authorized S ervice Agency during normal working hours WHAT IS NOT COVERED 1 Service by an unauthorized agency Damage or repairs due to service by an unauthorized agency or use of unauthorized parts 2 S
8. H DOES NOTASSUME ANY RESPONSIBIL ITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province SERVICE DATA RECORD The location of the microwave identification plate and serial number on the product can be seen on the left side of control panel when the door is open see Page 6 Now is a good time to write this information in the space provided below Keep your invoice for warranty validation Model Number S erial Number Date of Installation or Occupancy Page 24 W e reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice Some models are certified for use in Canada Bosch is not responsible for products which are transported from the U S for use in Canada Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer For the most up to date critical installation dimensions by fax use your fax handset and phone 775 833 3600 Use code 8030 WE BOSCH BSH Home Appliances Corp Bosch Customer Support Call Center 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 800 828 9165 9000002506 Rev 2003 BSH Home Appliances Corp Litho U S A 12 03 P NO 3828W 5A3634 Printed in Korea MICROWAVE OVEN QUICK GUIDE For quick refer
9. Household Appliances A Special Message to Our Customers Thank you for buying a Bosch built in microwave oven We recommend that you take the time to read this entire booklet before using your new appliance We hope that the information in this manual will help you easily operate and care for your oven for years of satisfaction Please contact us if you have any questions or comments Phone us at 1 800 828 9165 orreach us through our website at www bosch usa com You may write to us at Customer S upport C all Center Bosch 555 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 Always include the model number and serial number with all communications S incerely Bosch Application Lab Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Contents Microwave Registration and Safety Instructions renes 2 5 Microwave ven Registration 2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy 3 Microwave Safety InStraCtiOfls 11 1 Gd x tank aaa 3 Important S afety INStrUCtIONS sae aio res ni gue 4 5 Microwave Oven Parts Identification and Specifications e 6 Control Panel Quick Reference eere nn a e 8 7 Cooking in the Microwave OVEN rernm re nnns 8 Cookware Guide and Cooking TIPS 9 Utensils Recommende
10. Name Service Center Model Number Date of Purchase Dealer s Telephone Number Service Center s Telephone Number Serial Number Page2 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual A Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy It is im portant not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces c d Microwave Safety Do not operate the oven if it is damaged It is particularly important that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the 1 door bent 2 hinges and latches broken or loosened 3 door seals and sealing surfaces The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service person nel Microwave Safety Instructions Glass Tray b DO NOT operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place DO NOT operate the oven without the G lass Tray fully engaged on the drive hub Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result Verify that the Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you press START Only use the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven Do not substitute any other glass tray If the G lass Tray is
11. ake personalizing your microwave oven easy You can select SOUND ON OFF CLOCK ON OFF SCROLL SPEED and LBS KG Example To turn off beeper sound Example To select Kg unit PROCEDURE DISPLAY PROCEDURE DISPLAY 1 Touch Five modes show 1 Touch Five modes show PERSONAL CHOICE PERSONAL CHOICE 2 Enter number to SOUND ON TOUCH 1 2 Enter number to LBS TOUCH 1 select sound mode TOUCH 2 select Lbs Kg mode KG TOUCH 2 Touch 1 Touch 4 3 Enter number to SOUND OFF 3 Enter number to KG turn sound off select kilograms Touch 2 NOTE To turn beep sound back on repeat steps 1 3 then touch number 1 PERSONAL CHOICE OPTIONS Touch 2 NOTE To select LBS repeat Steps 1 3 then touch number 1 NUMBER OPTION KEYPAD SELECTION RESULT 1 SOUND ON OFF 1 Sound On 2 Sound Off 2 CLOCKON OFF 1 Clock On 2 Clock O ff 3 SCROLL SPEED 1 Slow Speed 2 Normal S peed 3 Fast Speed 4 LBS KG 1 Pounds 2 Kilograms 5 DEMO ON OFF 1 Demo On 2 Demo Off NOTE When the power cord is first plugged in the default settings are Sound On Clock On Normal S peed LBS Demo Off Page 15 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Using Your Microwave Oven Defrosting Forbestresults remove fish shellfish meat and poultry from original wrapping or packaging Forbestresults shape your ground meat into the form of a doughnut before freezing W h
12. ct Unevenly cooked foods O vercooked foods Was the time and cooking power level correct Undercooked foods Are you using approved cookware Were the foods completely defrosted before cooking Was the time and cooking power level correct Are the ventilation ports clear Are you using approved cookware Was the time and defrosting power level correct Did you turn or stir the food during the defrosting cycle Improper defrosting FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT U S A ONLY WARNING This equipment generates and uses ISM frequency energy and if notinstalled and used properly in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply with limits for ISM Equipment pursuant to part18 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient the receiving antenna of the radio or television Relocate the microwave oven with respect to the receiver Move the microwave oven away from the receiver Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet So that the microwave oven and the receiver are However there is no guarantee that interference will on different branch circuits not occurina particular installat
13. d be referred to an au thorized servicer Do not store flammable materials in or near the oven Do not use water on a grease fire Smother fire or flame or use a dry chemical or foam type extin guisher Use only dry potholders Moist ordamp pot hold ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let a potholder touch hot heating elements Do notuse a towel or other bulky cloth In the event that personal clothing or haircatches fire DROP AND ROLL IMMEDIATELY to extinguish flames As a precaution itis highly recommended that fire extinguisher be readily available and highly visible next to any cooking appliance SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions Page 5 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Oven Parts Description Microwave Oven Parts Identification OU BU n Cooking G uide Popcorn Smart Sensor Reheat Auto C ook Auto Defrost Q uick Defrost Glass Tray Internal Air Vents External Air Vents Control Panel Microwave Identification Plate and Serial Number Door Safety Lock System Roller Ring Microwave Specifications AC Line Voltage 120V 60Hz AC Power Required 13 AMPS Microwave Wattage utput 1100 watts IEC Test Procedure O perating Frequency 2450 MHz Outside Dimensions WxDxH 237 8 1913 16 x 139 16 Oven Cavity
14. d for Microwave eese nnne tentent tte tnnnna 9 Covering Foods During Cooking assis iet pedea tnb omnts nhi rand 9 Microwave ACCeSSOT ES c 9 Not Recommended for Microwave VOTI 9 Tips for Cooking in the MiCTOWAVE esent 9 Using Your Microwave O Vel 10 17 tactis outset 10 Setting the C l0CK deter PCI 10 CRIA LOCK e EO D DTE 10 Using NOTATION aai eiaeia a 10 Timed CoO XIIe supin m 11 Manual C 11 FODE ONN aen a M 11 Power Level Recommendations use n potait mis cta et run 12 Smart s sensor RecommbndallUFiS 13 Auto COOK casera ME RC E 14 BU ee cii M EM eee 14 CHOICE Features H 15 DEOS nia ea aii Rd rn n ad 16 SIUS Defo T 16 Auto G10 S de P 16 Multi Stage Cooking usua itane dba pri disk a dto bass 17 IC MIC 18 19 Lr m 18 UU Pet S 18 gro m M 19 Trouble Shooting Questions and Answers rre nnne nnnm 20 22 OVen O NANO INS reece eee 20 COOkiNg EO Ntc icra
15. en defrost ing scrape off thawed meat when the beep sounds and continue defrosting e Place foods in a shallow container or on a micro wave roasting rack to catch drippings e Food should still be somewhat icy in the center when removed from the oven Quick Defrost This feature provides you with the quick defrosting method for one pound of frozen food Example To defrost 1 pound of ground beef PROCEDURE DISPLAY 1 Touch GROUND BEEF TOUCH 1 QUICK DEFROST CHICKEN PIECES TOUCH 2 FISH FILLETS TOUCH 3 2 Enter number to GROUND BEEF make selection Touch 1 Defrosting begins automatically and time counts down Auto Defrost Categories Auto Defrost The defrost feature provides you with the best defrost ing method for frozen foods The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting With the Auto Defrost feature the oven automatically sets the defrosting time and the powerlevels Foradded convenience the Auto Defrost includes a built in beep mechanism that re minds you to check turn over separate or rearrange the food Three different defrosting levels are provided for foods weighing 0 1 6 0 pounds 1 MEAT 2 POULTRY 3 FISH Example To defrost 1 2 pounds of ground beef PROCEDURE DISPLAY 1 Touch MEAT TOUCH 1 AUTO DEFROST POULTRY TOUCH 2 FISH TOUCH 3 2 Enter number to ENTER WEIGHT make selection Touch 1
16. ence open the door and refer to the Cooking G uide for available food categories FEATURE HOW TO OPERATE TO SET CLOCK Touch CLOCK Touch number keys to enter time of day Touch START TO SET TIMER Touch TIM ER gt Touch number keys Touch START to enter time in minutes and seconds MANUAL HIGH POWER COOKING OPERATION Touch COOK TIME Touch number keys Touch START TIMED COOKING to enter time to cook VARIABLE POWER LEVEL COOKING Touch COOK TIME Touch number keys to enter time to cook Touch POWER LEVEL Touch number keys gt to select power level Touch START MANUAL DEFROST Follow same procedure for Manual O peration Timed C ooking Enter the es timated defrosting time and touch 3 for 30 power level POPCORN Use commercially packaged microwave popcorn 1 76 to 3 5 oz Place one bag on center of turntable Touch POPCORN gt Popping begins REHEAT SMART SENSOR AUTO COOK QUICK DEFROST AUTO DEFROST Use these modes to reheat cook or defrost foods without entering a cook time power level or touching START Touch cook mode and a menu with available food categories food amounts or weight of foods will scroll in display Select food category and food weight Cooking will begin immediately Example To cook 4 slices of bacon Touch AUTO COOK Touch1 through4 gt Cooking begins NOTE Refer to the Cooking G uide on microwave oven for food categ
17. ervice visits to e Teach you how to use the appliance e Correct the installation Y ou are responsible for providing electrical wiring and otherconnecting facilities e Reset circuit breakers or replace home fuses 3 Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation or instal lation not in accordance with local electrical codes or plumbing codes or improper storage of the appliance 4 Damage due to other than normal home use HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE For authorized service or parts information call 800 828 9165 W e want you to remain a satisfied customer If a problem does come up that cannotbe resolved to your satisfaction please write to Bosch Customer S upport 555 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 or phone 800 828 9165 Please include the model number serial number and date of original purchase and installation WARRANTY APPLICATIONS This warranty applies to appliances used in normal family households it does not cover their use in commercial situations This warranty is forproducts purchased and retained in the 50 states ofthe U S A the District of C olumbia and Canada The warranty applies even if you should move during the warranty period Should the appliance be sold by the original purchaser during the warranty period the new owner continues to be protected until the expiration date of the original purchaser s warranty period BOSC
18. foam containers or cups e Metal or non microwave safe plastic commuter beverage containers e Metal twist ties Metal trimmed or metal banded dinnerware cas serole dishes etc e Corning Company recommends that you do notuse Centura tableware and some C orelle closed handle cups for microwave cooking e Food storage bags e Recycled paper products e Brown paper bags e Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil as it will hinder cooking and may cause arcing Tips for Cooking in the Microwave e Arrange food in a circular pattern with the thick est areas toward the outside of dish e Mostfoods will cook and reheat more evenly when covered e Pierce or score foods with skins or membranes allowing steam to escape e Stirfoods from the outer edges toward center of utensil or turn over once during cooking e Allow foods to stand to complete cooking before serving Some foods such as meats will require covering during standing time e Avoid adding extra cooking time First check for doneness of foods Watch for signs indicating that cooking temperatures have been reached Food is steaming Poultry thigh joints are easy to move Fish flakes easily with a fork e Baked items will cook more during standing time Foods should notbe served immediately remem ber the required standing time Page 9 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Be Page 10 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operat
19. fore cook ing CAUTION Never microwave eggs in the shell Why are scrambled eggs sometimes a little dry after cooking Eggs will dry out when they are overcooked The cooking time may need to be varied for one of these reasons Eggs vary in size Eggs are at room temperature one time and at refrigerator temperature another time Eggs continue cooking during standing time Is it possible to pop popcorn in a microwave oven Yes if using one of the two methods described below 1 microwave popping devices designed specifically for microwave cooking 2 prepackaged commercial microwave popcorn that is made for specific times and power output needed CAUTION Follow exact directions given by each manufacturer for its popcorn popping product and do not leave the oven unattended while the corn is being popped If corn fails to pop after the suggested time discontinue cooking Never use a brown paper bag for popping corn or attempt to pop leftover kernels vercooking could result in an oven fire Why do baked apples sometimes burst The peel has not been removed from the top half of each apple to allow for expansion of the interior of the apple during cooking As in conventional cooking methods the interior of the apple expands during the cooking process Why do baked potatoes sometimes burn If the cooking time is too long fire could result At the end of the recommended cooking time
20. ib roast sirloin tip 4 40 Thawing meat poultry and seafood 3 30 Cooking less tender cuts of meat Cooking pork chops and roasts Manual defrost 2 20 Taking chill out of fruit e Softening butter 1 10 e Keeping casseroles and main dishes warm e Softening butter and cream cheese 0 0 e Standing time Page 12 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Op Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Using Your Microwave Oven Microwave Operation Auto Cook Example To cook 4 slices of bacon Use this function to cook food without entering a cook PROCEDURE DISPLAY time or power Referto the Auto CookRecommenda tions below for more information 1 Touch AUTO COOK 2 Enter 1 3 Touch 4 Auto Cook Recommendations SELECT MENU 1 TO 6 SEE COOKING GUIDE BEHIND DOOR BACON TOUCH 2 TO 6 SLICES 4 SLICES Cooking begins automatically CODE CATEGORY DIRECTION AMOUNT 1 Bacon Place bacon strips on microwave bacon rack for best results 2 to 6 slices Use dinner plate lined with paper towels if rack is not available 2 Frozen Remove from package and place on plate 1 to 6 pieces Roll Muffin If muffins are over 3 oz each count each as two when entering 2 3 ounces each quantity 3 Fresh Remove from package and place on plate 1 to 6 pieces Roll Muffin If muffins are over 3 oz each count each as two when entering 2 3 ounces each quantity 4 Beverage Place co
21. ion Using Your Microwave Oven Timed Cooking This feature allows you to program a specific cook time and power level The microwave oven can be pro grammed for up to 99 minutes Power levels represent a percentage of microwave power See Page 12 Example You want the oven to cook for 5 minutes 30 seconds at 80 power PROCEDURE DISPLAY l Enter cooking time 5 30 590 TOUCH START OR POWER 2 Touch POWER LEVEL ENTER POWER LEVEL 1 TO 10 P 80 TOUCH START 3 Enter number to select power level 8 4 Touch START 5 29 Cooking begins time counts down END 5 Oven beeps when cooking is complete Manual Defrost Manual Defrost is designed for speedy thawing of frozen foods and is one of the great advantages of a microwave oven Manual Defrostcan be used to quickly thaw foods such as bread rolls vegetables fruits and frozen dinners QUICK DEFROST and AUTO DEFROST are preferred formeats and poultry because the oven is programmed with the defrosting time and power level You can defrost any frozen food either raw or cooked byusing PowerLevel 3 Follow the same procedure for Timed Cooking enter the estimated defrosting time and then touch 3 for 30 power level For raw or cooked foods a good rule is to defrost approximately four minutes perpound Forexample for 1 pound of pasta sauce defrost for four minutes Always check food periodically stirring
22. ion Ifthis equipment manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the oven off and on the user is encouraged to try to TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this microwave oven It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference Page 22 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Oven Care Care of Your Microwave Oven BEFORE CLEANING O pen oven door to prevent oven from acciden tally turning on AFTER CLEANING Be sure to replace the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in the proper position and press STO P RESET to clear the screen Inside of the Oven W ipe with a damp cloth Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty The use of harsh detergents or abrasives is not recommended e Oven Door W ipe with a soft cloth when steam ac cumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door During cooking es pecially under high humidity conditions steam is given off from food Some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the oven door This is normal The inside surface is covered with a heat and vapor barrier film Do not re move Outside Oven Surfaces Clean with a damp cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven water should not be allowed to seep into ventilation openings Glass Tray Remove and wash in warm soapy
23. mal part of microwave cooking C overed foods willnot cause as much condensation as uncovered ones Do not block oven vents This oven is rated for 1100 watts by using the IEC Test Procedure W hen cooking foods check for doneness 1 2 minutes before the minimum time and add time accordingly FOOD ITEM OR PROCESS DO DON T Home Canning heat cook or can in closed glass jars or airtight containers can in the microwave as harmful bacteria may not be destroyed Drying dry meats herbs fruits vegetables gourds wood items or wet papers dry nuts or seed in the shell Foods with Nonporous Skins or Shells pierce skins of potatoes apples whole squash hot dogs and sausages so that steam can escape puncture whole egg yolks before Cooking to prevent explosion cook eggs in the shell reheat whole eggs Popcorn use popcorn packaged for microwave ovens leave oven unattended when popping popcorn use brown paper bags or glass bowls to pop corn in Baby Food Baby Formula or Milk place baby food in a small dish and heat gently stir often and check temperature before serving place nipple or cap on bottles after slightly heating formula or milk Shake thoroughly Always wrist test before feeding heat baby food in the original jars heat bottles with nipple or cap on heat bottles with disposable liners General use plastic ties or cotton string to clo
24. ner d Use extreme care when inserting a utensil into the hot liquid Avoid using corrosive vapors such as sulfide and chloride to properly grounded outlet See Grounding In 11 Liquids heated in certain shaped containers es structions found in Installation Instructions pecially cylindrical shaped containers may be Install or locate this appliance only in accordance come overheated The liquid may splash out with with the Installation Instructions a loud noise during or after heating or when add ing ingredients instant coffee etc resulting in ance results in all containers stirthe liquid several times Use this appliance only for its intended use as before heating Always stir liquid several times described in this manual DO NOT use corrosive between reheating chemicals vapors or nonfood products in this 72 Some products such as whole eggs narrow neck appliance This type of oven is specifically de bottles sealed containers and closed glass jars dustrial or laboratory use The use of corrosive oven chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the on appliance and may result in radiator leaks 13 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together upon closing the door use only mild nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth Do not allow children to use this appliance un less closely supervised by an adult Liquids that a
25. ng rack ora microwave safe plate and placed on thicker chops use the longer time the turntable 4 Turn the meat once halfway through the cooking 5 Cook according to the instructions the Poultry time Cooking Recommendations below Turn pieces 5 After removing from microwave oven cover loosely over halfway through the cooking time Because with foil Allow to stand for 5 10 minutes The of its shape poultry has a tendency to cook un standing time is very important as it completes the evenly especially in very bony parts Periodic turn cooking process ing helps to cook these areas evenly 6 Make sure meat especially pork is thoroughly 6 Let stand for 5 10 minutes wrapped in foil after cooked and juices run clear cooking before carving The standing time is very important as it completes the cooking process Meat Cooking Recommendations es id 7 Make sure poultry is thoroughly cooked before eat ing W hole poultry is completely cooked when the Page 18 Microwave Cooking Time de Meat Power Per Pound juices run clear Pierce with a sharp knife through the thickest part to ensure that the juices are clear BEEF and the flesh is firm Standing Rolled Rib Roast Bare 8 9 to 11 minutes Poultry Cooking Recommendations Medium 8 325 to 11 minutes Microwave Cooking Time er 8 2 to Meat Power Perpound Ground Bee 10 61 2 to 91 2 minutes to b
26. ntainer on turntable B e careful liquids can become 1 to 2 cups superheated beyond boiling temperatures without bubbling W hen the liquid is disturbed it may bubble suddenly and erupt Stir liquids before and halfway through heating to avoid eruption 5 C hicken Place the chicken pieces in an appropriately sized 1 2 to 2 pounds Pieces microwaveable container cover with plastic wrap and slit to vent 6 Hot Cereal Prepare as directed on package 1 to 6 servings Stir and allow standing time before eating Use only instant hot cereal If you open the door or press STOP CLEAR during cooking the process will be canceled Reheat This feature allows you to reheat precooked room temperature or refrigerated foods without selecting cooking times and power levels The word SENSING will scroll in the display while reheating Reheat Recommendations CODE CATEGORY DIRECTION AMOUNT il Dinner Place foods to be heated on dinner plate or similar dish Approximately Plate Cover with plastic wrap Slit to vent 1 2 1 pound 2 S oup Place foods to be heated in an appropriately sized 1 4 cups Sauce microwave container C over with plastic wrap Slit to vent 3 Casserole Cover dish containing the casserole with plastic wrap Slit to vent 1 4 cups Page 14 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Microwave Operation Using Your Microwave Oven Personal Choice Features PERSONAL CHOICE provides features which m
27. o 3 minutes 1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice 15 to 30 ml Whole Mackerel 10 41 2 to 8 minutes 3 to 4 minutes Cleaned and Prepared Whole Trout 10 51 2 to 9 minutes 3 to 4 minutes Cleaned and Prepared Salmon Steaks 10 51 2 to 8 minutes Add butter as desired 3 to 4 minutes 1 to 2 tbsp lemon juice 15 to 30 ml Page 19 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Questions and Answers QUESTION ANSWER W hy is the oven light not on during cooking There may be several reasons why the oven light is not on Have you Set a cooking time Touched START Checked the light bulb Why does steam come out of the air exhaust vent Steam is normally produced during cooking The microwave oven has been designed to vent this steam Will the microwave oven be damaged if it operates when empty Yes Never operate the oven when empty or without the glass turntable Does microwave energy pass through the viewing screen in the door No The metal screen bounces the energy back to the oven cavity The holes or ports allow only light to pass through They do not let microwave energy pass through Why does a tone sound when the control panel is touched The tone tells you that the setting has been entered Can my microwave oven be damaged if food is cooked for too long Like any other cooking appliance it is possible to overcook food to the point that the food c
28. ories available in each mode T and This feature will change cooking time by 10 seconds Touch MORE to add 10 seconds to cooking time Touch to subtract 10 seconds from cooking time PLUS TIME Touch PLUS TIME and microwave will operate for 30 seconds at 100 power Each time PLUS TIME is touched another 30 seconds is added Thirty second time intervals can be added for a total of 3 minutes and 30 seconds After 3 minutes and 30 seconds 1 minute is added each time PLUS TIME is touched time can be added up to 99 minutes There is no need to touch START CHILD LOCK To set Child Lock touch STO P CLEAR once Touch START and hold until LOCKED appears in the display To cancel Child Lock touch START and hold for four seconds until LOCKED disappears from the display
29. potatoes should be slightly firm CAUTION Do not overcook W hy is a standing time recommended after microwave cooking time is over W hy is additional time required for cooking refrigerated food Standing time allows foods to continue cooking evenly for a few minutes after the actual microwave oven cooking cycle The amount of standing time depends upon food density As in conventional cooking the initial temperature of food affects total cooking time You need more time to cook food taken out of a refrigerator than for food at room temperature 21 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Before Calling for Service You can often correct operating problems yourself If your microwave oven fails to work properly locate the operating problem in the list below and try the solutions listed for each problem If the microwave oven still does not work properly refer to Page 24 to obtain service PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES 5 there power to the oven Is the door closed Is the cooking time set Oven does not start Are you using approved cookware Is the oven empty Have you tried to reset the time of day Arcing or sparking Incorrect time of day Are you using approved cookware Is the glass turntable in the oven Did you turn or stir the food while it was cooking Were the foods completely defrosted before cooking Was the time and cooking power level corre
30. re superheated beyond boiling can erupt or splash when moved or stirred To avoid this and to reduce the risk of injury a Do not overheat the liquid b Stir the liquid both before and halfway through heating c After heating allow the container to stand a Do not overcook food Carefully attend ap pliance if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to fa cilitate cooking b Remove wire twist ties from paper or plas tic bags before placing bag in oven c If materials inside the oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off and disconnect the power cord orshut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel d Do not use the cavity for storage purposes Do not leave paper products cooking uten sils or food in the cavity when not in use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions Page4 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual A Important Safety Instructions Please read all instructions before using this appliance General Microwave Use DO NOT operate the oven while empty The mi crowave energy will reflect continuously through out the oven causing overheating if food or wa ter is not present to absorb energy This could damage the oven and result in a risk of fire DO NOT dry clothes newspapers or other ma terials in oven oruse newspapers or paper bags for cooking Fire could res
31. reates smoke and even possibly fire and damage to the inside of the oven It is always best to be near the oven while you are cooking W hen the oven is plugged into wall outlet for the first time it did not work properly W hat is wrong The microcomputer controlling your oven may temporarily become scrambled when you plug it in for the first time or when power resumes after an interruption Simply shut the power off at the house electrical breaker for a moment then turn it back on to reset the microcomputer Why do see light reflection around the outer case This is the oven light located between the oven cavity and the outer wall of the oven What are the various sounds hear when the microwave oven is operating The clicking sound is caused by a mechanical switch turning the microwave oven s magnetron on and off The change in blower speed is due to the change in line voltage caused by the magnetron being turned on and off Page 20 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Questions and Answers QUESTION W hat is wrong when baked foods have a hard dry brown spot ANSWER A hard dry brown spot indicates overcooking Shorten the cooking or reheating time Why do eggs sometimes pop W hen baking frying or poaching eggs the yolk may pop due to steam build up inside the yolk membrane To prevent this simply pierce the yolk with a wooden toothpick be
32. rown for CHICKEN casserole W hole 8 11 to 15 minutes Hamburgers B reast boned 8 10 to 14 minutes Portions 8 11 to 17 minutes 4 oz each Fresh or TURKEY defrosted W hole 8 11 to 15 minutes 2 patties 10 21 2 to 44 2 minutes 4 patties 10 31 2 to 54 2 minutes Notes PORK The times listed above are only a guide Allow for Loin Leg 8 121 2 to 16 2 minutes differences in individual tastes and preferences Bacon The times may also vary due to the shape cut and 4 slices 10 21 2 to 31 2 minutes composition of the food 6 slices 10 31 2 to 41 2 minutes e If whole poultry is stuffed the weight of the stuffed bird should be used when calculating the cooking time Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual Fish Cooking Tips Cooking Tips 1 Arrange fish in a large shallow non metallic dish 4 Cook according to the instructions in the Fresh or casserole 2 Cover with pierced microwave plastic wrap or casserole lid 3 Place the dish on the turntable Fish Cooking Recommendations below Butter and lemon juice can be added to the fish if de sired 5 Letstand as directed in the Cooking Recommen dations before serving 6 After standing time check to see that the fish is thoroughly cooked The fish should be opaque and flake easily Fresh Fish Cooking Recommendations Microwave Cooking Time Standing Fish Power Per Pound Butter and Lemon Juice Time Fish Fillets 10 4i to 8 minutes Add butter as desired 2 t
33. se during cooking and re heating DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food Straw wicker and wood use for reheating only at a low serving temperature Covering Foods During Cooking Paper towels are good for covering food during reheating or to absorb fat when cooking bacon W ax paper or parchment paper can be used for cooking and reheating Plastic wrap that is specifically labeled for micro wave use Do not allow plastic wrap to touch the food and vent so steam can escape Microwave safe oven cooking bags are good for aiding in tenderizing meats and other foods Do not use metal twist tie that may be provided with bag Slit bag so steam can escape Microwave safe lids Vent as needed Small pieces of foil may be used to prevent over cooking such as for shielding poultry legs and wings or corners of brownies in a square or rect angle baking dish Note that aluminum foil should be at least one inch from any surface of the mi crowave oven Microwave Accessories Many microwave accessories are available in the mar ket However Bosch Ois not responsible for any dam age to the oven or to oven parts when microwave accessories are used Not Recommended for Microwave Oven e Metal utensils metal pans and metal bakeware e Metal skewers e Metal thermometers e Foiltrays Glass that is not heat resistant e Food carton with metal handle i e take out carton e Non microwave safe plastics i e margarine tubs e Styro
34. se oven cooking bags stir liquids before and after heating to help prevent eruption cut open baked items with fillings to allow steam to escape and avoid burns check temperatures before eating Pizza sauce can become extremely hot use wire twist ties to close an oven cooking bag deep fat fry use paper towels or cloths that contain a synthetic fiber woven into them the fiber may cause the towel to ignite Page 8 Bosch HMB Oven Use and Care Manual 1 2 3 Microwave Operation Cookware Guide and Cooking Tips Most heat resistant non metallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven However to test cookware before using follow these steps Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup and place cup in the oven next to the cookware Microwave on 100 power for 1 minute If the dish is warm it should not be used for microwave cooking Utensils Recommended for Microwave Ovenproof Glass Pyrex Glass ceramic i e Pyroceram Corning Ware China and other dishes without metallic trim Microwave safe pottery stoneware porcelain Microwave safe paper plates paper cups pa per napkins paper towels waxed paper Refer to the manufacturer s label for use of any pa per product in the microwave oven Browning dish Follow manufacturers directions for preheating dish Plastic Wrap use wraps specifically labeled for the microwave u
35. ult DO NOT userecycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as safe for microwave oven use Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks and result in fires when used DO NOT hit or strike control panel Damage to controls may occur Fire could result POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven H eatis transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the cooking containerto the G lass Tray The G lass Tray can be very HOT after removing cook ing container from oven DO NOT store flammable materials next to on top of or in the oven These could be fire haz ards General Appliance Safety Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer If you have any questions contact the manufacturer Be sure the oven is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician Children and pets should not be left alone or un Microwave Safety attended in the area where the appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Never use the oven to warm or heata room Such use can damage the oven parts For personal safety wear proper apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using this appliance Tie long hair so that it doesn t hang loose Do not repairor replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing shoul
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