Bosch HMC80251UC - Manual (Page 15)

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3. Enter the desired power level using the number keys.
The entered power level and start/enter are blinking.
4. Touch Start/Enter to start microwave operation.
The microwave timer will start to count down.
You can step up the microwave timer at any time during
operation by touching +30 sec.
The appliance turns off and a beep sounds once the
microwave time has run out. The appliance turns off and
the clock is displayed.
Change power level
You can change the power level at any time during
microwave operation.
1. Touch Power Level.
The display shows POWER LEVEL
‚ - ‚‹ .
2. Enter the desired power level with the number keys.
The entered power level and start/enter are blinking.
3. Touch Start/Enter.
Microwave operation continues with the new power
level.
Opening appliance door during operation
Opening the appliance door during operation will
interrupt the current mode. Close the appliance door and
then touch Start/Enter to resume operation.
+ 30 sec
Use the +30 sec key to quick start your microwave at the
highest power level. You can touch the key repeatedly to
increase the microwave time in steps of 30 seconds.
Touching this key during microwave operation will add
30 seconds to the remaining microwave time.
Cancel operation
Touch Clear/Off to cancel the active oven mode. The
appliance turns off and the clock is displayed.
The cooling fans may continue to run for a while and then
switch off automatically.
Suggestions for best results
To help you achieve the best possible results from your
microwave oven, read the following suggestions below:
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Storage temperature
Foods taken from the freezer or refrigerator take
longer to cook than the same foods would at room
temperature.
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Size
Small pieces of food cook faster than large ones.
Pieces similar in size and shape will cook more evenly
when cooked together. For more even results, reduce
the power levels when cooking large pieces of food.
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Natural moisture
Very moist foods cook more evenly because
microwave energy heats water molecules very
efficiently.
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Stirring
Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetable from the
outside to the center to distribute the heat more
evenly. This will allow the food to cook faster. Constant
stirring is not necessary.
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Turn over items
Turn over foods such as pork chops, roasts or whole
cauliflower halfway through the cook time. This will
help to expose all sides equally to microwave energy.
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Food placement
Place delicate areas of food items, such as asparagus
tips, toward the center of the turntable tray.
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Food arrangement
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken
pieces or salmon, with the thicker or meatier parts
toward the outside of the turntable tray.
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Let food stand
After removing the food from the microwave, cover the
food with foil or a casserole lid and let it stand to finish
cooking. This will help the food finish cooking in the
center and avoids overcooking the outer edges. The
length of stand time depends on the density and
surface area of the food items.
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Wrapping in paper towels or wax paper
Sandwiches and many other food types containing
pre-baked bread should be wrapped prior to placing in
the microwave to help prevent the food items from
drying out while heating.