Operating and Installation Instructions Oven H 394 B To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 06 189 710...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation This appliance is intended for Before installation, make sure that residential use only. the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the Only use the appliance for its household electrical supply. This data intended purpose.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Oven use The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken WARNING: Ovens can produce not to rub, damage or move the gasket. high temperatures that can cause The door gasket should only be burns.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General notes Use only dry, heat resistant potholders. Moist or damp Do not use a steam cleaner to potholders used on hot surfaces may clean the oven. Steam could result in steam burns. Do not let penetrate electrical components and potholders come in contact with oils.
Guide to the oven a Control panel f Convection fan b Child safety lock g Light c Door contact switch* h Non-tip, six level runners d Upper heating element i Oven door e Catalytic liner *This switch shuts off the heating element and convection fan when the door is opened during use.
Guide to the display a Display e Keypad shows the time or functions. to enter times or temperatures. b Touch controls f "Clear" touch control to select or set a function. to delete the last entry or to clear menu items. c "ON"...
Oven accessories Wire rack The racks have non-tip safety notches which prevent them from being pulled out completely while the oven is in use. When inserting a rack, always check that the safety notches are at the rear of the oven. The rack can only be removed by raising it upwards and then pulling out.
Oven accessories Grease filter The filter helps to keep the oven fan clean from moisture and grease. Anytime meat or poultry is prepared insert the grease filter in front of the fan opening. Slide opener The slide opener is necessary for removing the light cover when changing a light bulb.
Locking the oven Child safety lock The child safety lock can be activated to prevent children from operating the oven or to conserve standby power when the oven will not be used for some time (e.g. vacation). The child safety lock is located below the right side of the control panel, only visible when the door is open.
Using the oven display This oven uses soft key technology and an LCD display to assist in the selection of functions. To select a function, touch the control next to the desired function. The arrow next to each displayed function points to its corresponding control.
SETTINGS The default oven settings can be changed in the function "SETTINGS". In this function you can customize the oven to suit your preferences. Settings may be adjusted by touching the appropriate touch control. Available settings:...
SETTINGS Language F ^ Select the touch control next to the desired language and confirm by touching "OK". The F symbol indicates the "Language" setting. If you accidentally select an unfamiliar language, simply look for the F symbol. Touch the control next to the flag symbol and select your language of choice.
SETTINGS Temperatures The default temperature of each function can be adjusted within the range shown below. If a temperature out of the range is selected, the oven will revert to the default temperature. ^ Touch the control of the function whose default temperature you wish to alter.
SETTINGS Oven Light The "on" duration of the oven light can be altered. ^ Touch the control of the light setting you wish to choose. – "Off after 1 minute" The light goes off after the first minute of a function. –...
SETTINGS Tone Options Unique tones may be set for each of the two timers to differentiate the timers from an oven function tone. "Timer 1" and "Timer 2" The tone of Timer 1 and Timer 2 can be set to one of five tone options. ^ Select "Timer 1 Tone"...
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SETTINGS "Volume" This control adjusts the volume of the tone options. ^ Touch the "Volume" control until you hear the desired volume. "Tone short / long" The duration of the timer and oven tones can be modified. – "Tone short" will beep in quick succession when an oven signal or the oven timer sounds.
SETTINGS Reset The factory settings of the oven can be restored through the "RESET" function. Reset Temperatures If the request is confirmed with "yes", all changed temperatures will be restored to the factory default setting. Reset Settings If the request is confirmed with "yes", all changed settings will be restored to the factory default settings.
Before using the oven Heat the oven New ovens may have a slight odor during the first few uses. To eliminate the odor quickly, the oven should be operated at a high temperature for 2 hours. Before heating the oven, remove all accessories and labels from the oven.
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Before using the oven ^ Set the temperature to 500°F (260°C) using the keypad. ^ Set the timer to run the oven for 2 hours by touching the "Delay Start" control. ^ Select "Duration". Set the duration by entering "2", "0", "0" using the keypad. ^ Touch the "OK"...
Using the oven Selecting a function ^ Touch the "ON" control to activate the display. ^ Touch the control next to the function you wish to select. For example, touch the control next to the word "BAKE" to select this function. The "BAKE"...
Using the oven Adjusting the oven temperature This oven has been factory tested for the optimum operating temperature of each function. This temperature can be adjusted if needed. ^ Touch the "Temperature" control. The temperature will be highlighted in the display. ^ Enter the new temperature using the keypad.
Using the oven Preheating For proper cooking results, most recipes call for a preheated oven. After a temperature has been selected, the rising temperature can be viewed in the display. "Preheating" will show in the display until the oven has reached the selected temperature.
Using the oven Delay Start This feature allows you to delay the start of a function, from 1 minute to 23 hours 59 minutes, so that the cooking process begins at a specified time. ^ Touch the "Delay Start" control. ^ Touch the "Delayed Start Time"...
Using the oven Desired End Time The desired end time allows you to set the actual time you would like cooking to complete. This time is limited to 24 hours from the current time. ^ Touch the control left of "Delay Start". ^ Touch the "Desired End Time"...
Using the oven Interrupting cooking ^ Touch the "Clear" control. ^ Select which option you wish to clear. Turning off the oven ^ Touch the "OFF" control. The oven will turn off and the time of day will appear in the display. At the end of cooking: –...
Setting the timer Setting a timer The timer can be used to time any activity in the kitchen and can be set independently of a cooking function. Two alarms (Timer 1 and 2) can be selected simultaneously. A maximum time of 99 minutes and 59 seconds can be selected.
BAKE When baking (all Bake functions) meat or poultry, insert the grease filter in front of the fan opening. Remember to remove the grease filter from the fan opening when baking pastries. If the filter is not removed, increase the baking time. BAKE Default temperature .
BAKE CONVECTION BAKE Default temperature ..325°F (160°C) This function actively circulates heated air throughout the oven cavity for a consistent baking temperature. Use this function for: – cookies, cakes, – quick breads, – yeast breads, – cheesecakes, –...
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BAKE SURROUND Default temperature ..375°F (190°C) The "SURROUND" function is a premium conventional baking mode. The oven heats with both the upper and lower heating elements without the convection fan. Use this function for: – souffles, meringues, –...
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BAKE BROWNING Default temperature ..375°F (190°C) In the "BROWNING" function, food is heated from above. Use this function for: – browning meringue, – melting a cheese topping, – caramelizing a sugar topping as in crème brulee. The recommended position is the 4 runner from the bottom.
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BAKE INTENSIVE Default temperature ..325°F (160°C) The "INTENSIVE" function generates heat from the lower heating element. The oven’s fan gently circulates the heated air to create a brick oven (convection) environment. Use this function for: – pizza, –...
ROAST When roasting (all Roast functions), insert the grease filter in front of the fan opening. AUTO ROAST Default temperature ..325°F (160°C) This premium convection function heats the oven to a high temperature to sear the meat, retaining moisture and tenderness.
ROAST CONVECTION ROAST Default temperature ..325°F (160°C) This function uses the convection fan to actively circulate heated air throughout the oven. This function does not spike the oven temperature for searing. Use this function for: – chicken pieces, –...
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ROAST SURROUND ROAST Default temperature ..400°F (200°C) "SURROUND ROAST" is a conventional roasting program for traditional recipes. Use this function for: – pot roast, – brisket, – stew. The recommended position is the 2 runner from the bottom.
ROAST Roasting tips Roasting on the rack K – Always install the grease filter in the Add a little oil to very lean meat or back of the oven before roasting. place a few strips of bacon on top to help retain moisture.
BROIL When broiling (all Broil functions), insert the grease filter in front of the fan opening. BROIL No default temperature Only the inner part of the upper heating element is used for a smaller area of intense heating from above. This function is excellent for broiling or searing small quantities.
BROIL MAXI BROIL No default temperature The entire upper heating element is used for intense heating from above. This function gives excellent browning and searing results. Use this function for: – chops, ribs, – large quantities of meat, – browning large dishes. The recommended position is the 5 runner from the bottom.
BROIL CONVECTION BROIL No default temperature The hot air from the upper heating element is distributed over the food by the fan. This enables a lower temperature than conventional broiling to be used. Use this function for: – thick pieces of meat, –...
FAVORITES If you often cook a recipe with the same settings (function, time, temperature) you can save them as a "favorite" for easy recall. To save a favorite: ^ Enter the function, temperature and cooking times of the recipe. The oven will begin heating. ^ Touch the "Add to Favorites"...
SABBATH SABBATH Default temperature ..375°F/190°C For religious observance, the oven can be set to run for the duration of the Sabbath. There will be no visual change to the control panel and the clock will not be displayed. In this function, only "BAKE"...
DEHYDRATE DEHYDRATE Default temperature ..175°F (80°C) This function is for dehydrating fruits, vegetables and herbs. A consistent low temperature and the fan maintain the ideal conditions for the long dehydration process. For best results, blot food with a paper towel before dehydrating.
PROOF PROOF Default temperature ..125°F (50°C) The warm environment created in the proof function will allow you to effectively proof dough. This function maintains a low temperature perfect for yeast to rise. Place the dough in a large bowl on the oven rack positioned at the lowest runner level.
DEFROST DEFROST Default temperature ..75°F (25°C) This function allows you to defrost food at a constant temperature. Defrosting times depend on the type and weight of the food, and at what temperature it was deep-frozen. Defrosting tips –...
Cleaning Appliance front Accessories The glass front of the appliance and the Grease filter control area can be cleaned with glass cleaner when cool. Clean with liquid dish soap and hot water, or in the dishwasher. Stainless steel Depending on the detergent, cleaning Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned the grease filter in a dishwasher may using a non-abrasive stainless steel...
Cleaning PerfectClean The revolutionary PerfectClean enamel is a smooth, nonstick surface that cleans easily with a sponge. The following have been treated with "PerfectClean": – oven walls, – roasting pan, – anti-splash tray, – runners. ^ Do not clean items with PerfectClean in a dishwasher.
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Cleaning Cleaning the oven cavity by hand Danger of burns! Allow the oven to cool before cleaning. To make cleaning easier – remove the oven door, – remove the runners, – lower the upper heating element. ^ Clean the oven surfaces with a solution of hot water, liquid dish soap and a sponge or soft nylon brush.
Cleaning Removing the oven door Please note: The oven door is quite heavy. It should be gripped firmly at the sides when being removed or refitted. ^ Open the door fully. ^ Flip up the locking clamps on each door hinge. ^ Slowly shut the door until the protruding clamps stop the movement.
Cleaning Refitting the oven door ^ Insert the door onto the hinges and open the door completely. ^ Flip the locking clamps down. Be sure that the locking clamps are flipped down when the door is reinstalled. Otherwise, on closing the door, the hinges could work loose from the guide holes and cause damage.
Cleaning Catalytic liners Circulating air in the oven deposits oil and fat on the back of the oven. These deposits are burnt off from the catalytic liner when the temperature of the oven reaches over 400°F/200°C. Cleaning at high temperatures: ^ Touch the "ON"...
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^ Select "Duration" and set the duration for 1 hour. More time may be needed if the oven is heavily soiled. ^ Touch "OK". If the catalytic liner is damaged, a replacement may be purchased from your local Miele dealer or from Miele.
Changing the light bulb To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply by shutting off the power main or tripping the circuit breaker. Changing the light bulb ^ Remove the runners. ^ Spread a dishtowel on the oven floor to protect the enamel, in case the light cover falls.
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Changing the light bulb ^ Replace the halogen bulb. Only use a 12 V, 10 W, 572°F (300°C) heat resistant, Osram, type w818 bulb. Do not touch the new light bulb with your fingers; touching the bulb will reduce its life. Follow the bulb manufacturer’s instructions.
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Changing the light bulb ^ Put the light cover back in place with the notch to the rear of the metal clamps. ^ Press the light cover into the metal frame. ^ Reassemble the runners.
Frequently asked questions What if the oven does not heat? Possible fault The child safety lock is activated. Deactivate the child safety lock. The circuit breaker has tripped. Check the breaker. The delay start has been set. Cancel the delay start. The door is not fully closed.
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Optional accessories The following accessories are available for purchase from your Local Miele Dealer or from Miele. Pizza pan This circular pan is suitable for cooking fresh or frozen pizzas, flat cakes, tarts, and baked desserts. Pizza stone The pizza stone is ideal for baking dishes with a crisp bottom like pizza and bread.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of an old appliance materials Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact The cardboard box and packing your local recycling authority about the materials protect the appliance during possibility of recycling these materials.
Electrical connection Power supply CAUTION: Before servicing, The oven is equipped with a 6 ft. disconnect the power supply by (1.8 m) flexible power cord consisting either removing the fuse, shutting off of 4 wires ready for connection to a the power main or manually dedicated 3 pole, 4 wire grounded "tripping"...
Appliance and Cut-out Dimensions a Vent (min. 24" / 150 cm ) cut-out possible at rear or platform of cabinet b Cut-out for power cord (min. 1" / 3 cm c Power cord...
Installing the oven The oven must be installed into cabinetry and be supported from underneath. IMPORTANT INFORMATION For proper heat ventilation a 24" (150 cm ) cut out must be made within the cabinetry. Do not make this cutout flush to the wall or to "dead space".
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Installing the oven ^ Slowly shut the door until the protruding clamps stop the movement. Pull the door upward. ^ Connect the oven to the electrical supply. ^ Slide the oven into the cabinet and align. ^ Reinstall the door. ^ Open the oven door and locate the two mounting screw holes in the oven frame.
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Installing the oven Set the time "Enter Time: hh : mm" will appear in the display once the oven is connected to electricity. ^ Set the current time using the keypad. ^ Save the time by touching the "OK" control.