Microwave 18 L

Yes. There are manufacturing or oil residues left in the cavity and on the heating element, which are given off during the first few uses. To speed things up, place a cup of water in the oven, set it to maximum power, and run it several times. This then disappears on its own.

Place a cup of water (about 150 ml) in a glass container, close the door properly and run the oven for 1 minute. Then check that the lamp comes on, that the fan blows at the back, that the turntable rotates and that the water is hot. If any of these points fails, check the wall socket and the fuse on the electrical panel, then contact an approved service centre.

Turn off or unplug the appliance immediately and keep the door closed to smother any flame. Do not open the door until the smoke has stopped. Always keep an eye on the oven when heating food in plastic or paper containers, due to the risk of ignition.

Place a few lemon slices in a cup and heat for 2 to 3 minutes at high power. A cup of red tea heated at high power gives the same result, as do orange peels heated for 1 minute at high power. Between uses, store the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place.

Wipe the housing, the door, the door seals and the control panel with a soft, damp cloth. Clean the interior surfaces and the waveguide cover with a soft, damp cloth to remove splashes and grease, which can overheat and catch fire. Wash the turntable, the roller ring and the rotation shaft in mild soapy water, rinse and leave to dry completely.

No, contact with cold water may crack the glass while it is still hot. Let the turntable stand for at least 20 minutes before placing it in water.

Leave at least 20 cm between the back of the oven and the wall, 5 cm on the sides and 20 cm above, and place the appliance at least 85 cm above the floor. The oven is designed as a freestanding unit: do not build it into a cabinet or place it inside a cupboard. Also install it more than 5 metres from a television, radio or antenna to avoid picture or sound interference.

Use heat-resistant ceramic, glass that withstands high temperatures, or plastic rated for more than 120°C. Never use glazed ceramic or ceramic decorated with a metal rim. Heat-resistant plastic is not suitable for prolonged cooking.