Miele T 490 Operations Instructions

Operating and installation instructionsSteam combination ovenTo prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it isessential to read these

Technical safety~Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could bedangerous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electricalappliances m

Heating damp towelsProcedure^Moisten towels and then roll them up.^Place them beside one another in a perforated cookingcontainer.SettingsAutomatic pr

Preparing custard royaleProcedure^Stir 6 eggs into 375 ml milk (do not beat into a foam).^Season the egg/milk mixture and pour into a solid cookingcon

Making jamOnly use unblemished, fresh produce which is in goodcondition.Glass jarsOnly use sterilised glass jars with twist-off lids and up to amaximu

Sabbath programmeThis programme can be set to operate for 72 hours for thepurposes of religious observance.This programme uses the Conventional Heat f

How the food probe worksThe tip of the probe is pushed into the centre of the meatwhere it measures the core temperature continuously.The core tempera

ApplicationsThe food probe can be used with the following functions:- Combi mode Fan Plus- Combi mode Conventional Heat- Fan Plus- Fan Grill- Conventi

The metal tip of the food probe must be fully inserted into thecentre of the food. The handle should be angled upwardstowards the corners or the door

Procedure^Prepare the meat.^Remove the food probe from its holder located behind thefascia panel.^Fully insert the metal tip of the food probe into th

Useful tipsIf you are cooking several pieces of meat together, the foodprobe should be inserted into the largest piece of meat.If the food is not yet

We recommend roasting with Combi mode Fan Plus andCombi mode Conventional Heat.Please ensure that the grease filter is fitted.Never roast frozen meat

~Tampering with electrical connections or components andmechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can causeoperational faults.Do not open t

Combi modeThe lower the temperature in the oven compartment, thelonger the cooking process and therefore the more tender theresult.Roast the meat on t

Roasting chartRoast Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoistu-re in %Durationin minutesCore tempe-rature in °CPoultryDuck up to 2 kg,stuffedCombi m

Roast Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoistu-re in %Durat-ion inminutesCore tem-peraturein °CVealRoast fillet/saddle, rare Fan Grill 175 - - 55–

Roast Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoistu-re in %DurationinminutesCore tem-peraturein °CLambLeg Full Grill 1 Setting 3 - 18 -Combi mode Conve

Roast Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoistu-re in %DurationinminutesCore tem-peraturein °CBeefRoast sirloinjoint, rareFan Grill 175 - - 45Roast

Roast Oven function Stage Tempera-turein °CMoistu-re in %DurationinminutesCoretem-peraturein °CPorkFillet Fan Grill 200 - - 75Gammon joint Combi mode

Fan PlusFor baking on different shelf levels.When using Fan Plus, reduce the temperatures given forConventional Heat by about 20 °C.Conventional HeatF

Combi modeA shine on bread, bread rolls and puff pastry is achieved withmaximum moisture at a low temperature in the first cookingstage. Browning is a

Baking tipsCakes, pizzas and chips should be cooked until golden, notdark brown.Remove the grease filter from the back wall. Otherwise resultscan be u

Frozen foodWhen baking deep frozen products such as chips, croquet-tes, cakes, pizza and baguettes, use the lowest temperaturequoted on the manufactur

~Connection to the mains water supply should only be carried outby a qualified and competent person in accordance with nationaland local regulations.T

Baking chartFood Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoisturein %Duration inminutesWhisked mixtureTray Fan Plus 150-180 - 25Springform tin Conventio

Food Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoisturein %Duration inminutesYeast doughHerb rolls Combi mode Fan Plus 1 155 90 92 200 0 15-25Multigrain r

Food Oven function Stage Tempera-ture in °CMoisturein %Duration inminutesShort-crust pastryShort pastry Combi mode Fan Plus 185 50 6185 0 10-15Cakes w

The appliance door must be closed during grilling,otherwise the control panel will become hot. Danger ofburning!Do not use the food probe with Full Gr

Useful tipsMarinate lean meat or brush it with oil. Do not use other typesof fat as they can burn and cause smoke.It is best to grill food of a simila

Full Grill / Economy Grill / Combination mode Grill–Use for thick toasts, muffins, cheese on toast,foccacia,bruschetta and bacon and lean cuts of meat

Settings Fan GrillNote: all temperatures are approximations and must be varied according to thethickness and preparation of the meat. The chart below

Your appliance has a wide range of Automatic programmes.Oven functions, temperatures and cooking durations forthese programmes are stored in the elect

To finish an Automatic programme early, you have to switchthe appliance off.If by the end of an Automatic programme the food is notcooked enough, sele

Using Automatic programmes^Select "Automatic programmes".^Select the appropriate submenu (e.g. Vegetables).^Select the type of vegetable (e.

Correct use~Danger of burning!The steam combi oven becomes hot when in use.Exercise care when handling food and trays so as not to burnyourself on hea

Your appliance is supplied with a number of standard defaultsettings. You can select and change these via the "Settings"menu.Currently selec

The factory setting for each option is shown in bold.Menu option Possible settingsLanguage J deutsch, and other languagesCountryTime of day DisplayOn

Menu option Possible settingsStart screen The main menu will appear when the steam combioven is switched on (factory default setting).You can also sel

,Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean thisappliance. The steam could reach the electricalcomponents and cause a short circuit.The appliance

Appliance frontRemove any soiling immediately.If not, it might become impossible to remove and couldcause surfaces to alter or discolour.Clean the fro

AccessoriesUniversal tray, Combi rack, shelf runnersThese accessories have been treated with PerfectCleanenamel. See the "PerfectClean" sect

Grease filterClean the grease filter after every roasting programme with asolution of washing-up liquid and hot water or in thedishwasher.^Pull the gr

Oven interiorThe oven compartment is made from stainless steel whichhas been treated with a special finish called PerfectClean.See the "PerfectCl

Door sealsGrease deposits on the seal between the inside of the ovendoor and the oven compartment can cause it to becomebrittle and cracked. Clean the

Remove any residual cleaning agents. Residual cleaningagents will hinder the non-stick qualities of PerfectCleansurfaces.The following cause lasting d

~Some foods dry out very quickly and can be ignited by highgrilling temperatures.Do not use grilling functions for crisping rolls or bread or to dryfl

MaintenanceSoakHeavy soiling can be soaked with this programme after aroasting programme.^Allow the oven compartment to cool down.^Remove all accessor

DescalingWe recommend using Miele descaling tablets fordescaling the appliance (see "Optional accessories").These have been specially develo

It is only possible to cancel the descaling process duringthe first 6 minutes. Do not switch the appliance off beforethe descaling process has finishe

Appliance doorRemoving the doorBefore removing the door, the locking clamps on both hingeshave to be released.^ Open the door fully.^Release the locki

^Raise the door up till it rests open.^Hold the door on either side and pull diagonally upwardsfrom the hinge guides.Do not lift the door off by the h

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily correctedwithout contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won

Problem Possible cause and remedyA buzzing sound canbe heard after switchingon the appliance,during operation andafter switching off theappliance.Wate

Problem Possible cause and remedyThe oven lightingdoesn't come on.The lamp needs to be replaced.^Call Miele to replace the lamp.The "Start t

Problem Possible cause and remedyF and a numberappear in thedisplay.F 10 The suction hose in the water container is–not correctly attached–not positio

Problem Possible cause and remedyF 94 No connection to the water supply:–the water intake hose is caught or kinked.^Remove the problem and restart the

~The appliance door can support a maximum load of 10 kg.Do not lean or sit on an open door, or place heavy items on it. Makesure that nothing gets tra

Problem Possible cause and remedyF 190 Faulty water connection valveThis fault can occur if the fascia panel is opened orclosed during water intake. C

To open the fascia panel manually^Open the appliance door carefully.^Hold the fascia panel at the top andbottom.^ Pull out the panel towards you.^ Car

Miele offers a range of useful accessories, as well ascleaning and conditioning products for your appliance.Depending on country, these can be ordered

DGGL 4Perforated cooking containergross capacity 4.0 litres / useable capacity 3.1 litres325 x 265 x 65 mm (WxDxH)DGGL 5Perforated cooking containergr

DGGL 20Perforated cooking container (supplied accessory)gross capacity 2.4 litres / useable capacity 1.8 litres450x190x40mm(WxDxH)DGG 20Solid cooking

Gourmet oven dishesCast aluminium casserole dishes, non-stick coating, withstainless steel lid. These can be placed in the oven directlyon the shelf r

Miele|homeThe Miele@home system can be retrospectively installed by aMiele service technician (depending on country).Cleaning and care productsDGCLean

a Miele|home communication enabled applianceb Miele|home communication module XKM 3000 Zc Miele|home communication enabled Master appliance with Super

This appliance a/c is communicationenabled and can be connected to theMiele|home system via acommunication module b (optionalaccessory) and a conversi

~Before connecting the appliance, make sure that theconnection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency)match the mains electricity supply.This d

Cleaning and care~Do not use a steam cleaning appliance to clean this appliance.Pressurised steam could reach the electrical components andcause a sho

Appliance front dimensions* Appliances with a glass front** Appliances with a metal frontInstallation notes160

Room for the fascia panel toopen and shutIn the space in front of the fascia panel,there must be nothing (e.g. doorhandle) that would hinder the panel

a Tapb Inlet hose, L = 1500 mmc Drain hose, L = 3000 mmd The top end of the drain hose must not be higher than 500 mm where itconnects to the odour tr

Installation in a tall unita Steam combi ovenb Building-in recessc Inlet for mains connection cable to the applianced Recommended position for electri

Cut-outs for venting the steam combi oven and for installing the water hosesTo accommodate the water hoses and to ensure that the steam combi oven has

Installation in a base unitIf the appliance is to be installed under a cooktop, observe the instructions forinstallation of the cooktop, as well as th

Cut-outs for venting the steam combi oven and for installing the water hosesTo accommodate the water hoses and to ensure that the steam combi oven has

Installation in a tall unit in combination with an ovena Steam combi ovenb Building-in recessc Inlet for mains connection cable to the applianced Reco

Cut-outs for venting the steam combi oven and for installing the water hosesTo accommodate the water hoses and to ensure that the steam combi oven has

Installation in combination with the EGW/ESW 6xxxa Steam combi ovenb Building-in recessc Inlet for mains connection cable to the applianced Recommende

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly fordisposal, and

Cut-outs for venting the steam combi oven and for installing the water hosesTo accommodate the water hoses and to ensure that the steam combi oven has

Installation in combination with the ESW 6229a Steam combi ovenb Building-in recessc Inlet for mains connection cable to the applianced Recommended po

Cut-outs for venting the steam combi oven and for installing the water hosesTo accommodate the water hoses and to ensure that the steam combi oven has

Preparing the applianceBefore installing and connecting the appliance, please readthe section "Plumbing in the appliance".Fitting the inlet

^Secure the appliance by screwing the two wood screws 3.5x 25 mm (supplied) into the vertical strips on either side ofthe appliance (see illustration)

The inlet and drain hoses must be fitted in such a way thatthe appliance can be easily taken out of the housing unit by aservice technician should rep

All parts used for connecting the appliance to the mainswater supply must comply with current national and localsafety regulations in the country in w

Connection to the water inletBefore plumbing in the appliance, ensure that it isdisconnected from the mains electricity supply.^Switch off at the main

Notes on water drainageThe water drainage hose can be connected to:- An on-wall or in-wall odour trap with a fixed hose connectionor-The appliance con

Connection should be made via a switched socket. This willmake it easier for service technicians should the applianceneed to be repaired.The electrica

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Total power outputSee data plate.Connection and fuse ratingThis appliance is supplied for connection to an AC 230 V,single phase 50 Hz supply, trippin

This appliance is rated energy efficiency class A inaccordance with EN 50304. It refers to the programme dataof the "Cake Plus" function.Ene

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact Miele.The contact details for Miele are given at the back of these instruc

Miele utilises software for the operation and control of the appliance.The copyright authorisation of Miele and other software providers (e.g. Adobe)

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a Control panelb Ventilation outletc Door seald Moisture sensore Temperature sensorf Top heat/grill elementg Receiver for the wireless food probeh She

Warning and Safety instructions ...7Caring for the environment...17Description

Accessories suppliedThe accessories supplied with your appliance, as well as arange of optional ones, are available to order from Miele (see"Opti

Food probeFor precise temperature-controlled cooking.The food probe monitors the inner temperature of the meat(core temperature).Descaling tabletsFor

Control panelSensorsThe sensors react to touch. An audible tone will sound eachtime a sensor is touched.You can adjust the volume in the Settings menu

Touch displayThe touch display is operated by touching the display withyour fingertips.Touching the display with your finger emits a small electricalc

Each time you touch a sensor or icon it briefly lights uporange. A selected option is framed in orange. If severaloptions are selected, these are indi

Fascia panelThe water container, condensate container and food probeare located behind the fascia panel. The fascia panel can beopened and closed with

Cooking duration (time)Depending on the function, you can set a cooking duration ofbetween 1 minute and 6, 10 or 12 hours.The duration for the Automat

Heating-up phaseWhile the appliance is heating up to the set temperature, thedisplay will show the temperature of the cookingcompartment as it rises a

Oven compartment lightingFor energy saving reasons, the oven compartment lightinghas been set at the factory to go out after the programme hasbegun.If

Basic settingsThe steam combi oven will switch on automatically when it isconnected to the electricity supply.A welcome screen ("Miele - Willkomm

Operation ...38During operation ...38Interrupting o

Selecting the time of day displayYou can choose one of the following options:–On: The time is always visible in the display when theappliance is switc

Please stick the extra data plate for the appliance suppliedwith this documentation in the space provided in the "Aftersales service" sectio

Setting the correct boiling point for waterBefore cooking with the steam combi oven for the first time, itmust be set to the correct boiling point for

Main menu RecommendedtemperatureTemperaturerangeOven functionsFan PlusFor baking on different shelf levels160 °C 30 - 225 °CConventional HeatFor bakin

Main menu RecommendedtemperatureTemperaturerangeOven functionsEconomy GrillFor grilling thin cuts in small quantitiesand for browning small baked dish

Main menu RecommendedtemperatureTemperaturerangeSpecial applicationsBottling 90 °C 80 °C - 100 °CSterilise crockery --Drying 60 °C 60 °C - 70 °CProve

Check that the floor filter is correctly in place before eachprogramme as large food residues may block the wateroutlet.Selecting a function^Switch on

At the end of the durationAt the end of the cooking process a tone will sound and"Process finished" appears in the display.For some function

During operationInterrupting operationOperation will stop when the door is opened. The heating willbe switched off and the cooking duration remaining

Saving a programmeYou can save a cooking programme so that you can call it uplater in "User programmes"."Save" appears in the disp

Steam cooking ...56Vegetables...56Meat ...

Steam cooking^Switch on the appliance.^Place the food in the appliance.^Select the steam cooking function.^Select the required temperature and duratio

Combi modeThe Combi mode works by combining heat and steam. Youcan combine up to 10 cooking stages in a Combi modeprogramme. You can set the temperatu

Full Grill^Set the Full Grill setting, duration and moisture level.^Confirm with OK.A message will appear in the display.^Select "Add".Cooki

Fan Plus / Conventional Heat / Top Heat / Bottom Heat / Grill /Fan Grill / Intensive Bake / Cake PlusThe grease filter on the back wall must be remove

User programmesYou can save up to 20 cooking programmes under their ownindividual names in the "User programmes" menu.If no User programmes

You can now save the cooking process. The cooking processcan be saved under a name of your choice.^Touch "Save".^Use the keyboard to enter t

MyMieleYou can personalise your steam combi oven using theMyMiele  function by inputting frequently used processes.It is particularly useful with Aut

Editing MyMieleFirst select "Edit", then–add entries as long as MyMiele contains fewer than 20entries,–delete entries,–sort entries as long

Start time / FinishYou can delay the start of a cooking process. The appliancewill then switch on automatically.This is not possible when using the &q

Deleting the start and finish times^Touch "Change" in the display.^Select "Start at" or "Finish at".^Select ——.Minute mi

Food probe ...104Roasting ...109Baking ...

Setting the minute minder / alarmIf the time of day display is switched off (see "Settings -Time of day"), you need to switch on K the appli

System lockThe system lock prevents the appliance being switched onunintentionally, by children for example.It is deactivated as standard. To use this

Sensor lockYour appliance is equipped with a sensor lock to preventsettings being changed during cooking.If the sensor lock is activated, all sensors

This section contains general information. You will find moredetailed information about particular foods and how to cookthem in the other sections.Ste

–Ensure that there is a gap between the upper rim of thecontainer and the top of the cooking compartment to allowsufficient steam into the container.U

Cooking duration (time)In general, the cooking durations for cooking with steam arethe same as for cooking food in a saucepan. Moreinformation about a

VegetablesFresh vegetablesPrepare fresh vegetables in the usual way, i.e. wash, cleanand cut up.Frozen vegetablesFrozen vegetables do not need to be d

SettingsAutomatic programmes > Vegetables > ...orOven function > Steam cookingTemperature: 100 °CDuration: see chartThe durations given in th

Duration in minutesFairly firm potatoes, peeledwholehalvedquartered23-2818-2314-18Soft potatoes, peeledwholehalvedquartered25-3018-2314-18Kohlrabi, cu

Duration in minutesCarrots, chopped 6Spinach 1-2Spring cabbage, chopped 10-11Celery sticks, chopped 2-5Turnips, chopped 6-7White cabbage, chopped 12Sa

Installation in a tall unit in combination with an oven...167Installation in combination with the EGW/ESW 6xxx ...

MeatFresh meatPrepare the meat in the usual way.Frozen meatMeat should be thoroughly defrosted before cooking in thesteam combi oven (see "Defros

SettingsAutomatic programmes > Meat > ...orOven function > Steam cooking > ...Temperature: 100 °CDuration: see chartThe durations given in

SausagesSettingsAutomatic programmes > Sausages > ...orOven function > Steam cookingTemperature: 90 °CDuration: see chartSausages Duration in

FishFresh fishPrepare fresh fish in the usual way, i.e. clean, gut and fillet.Frozen fishFish should be at least partially defrosted before cooking (s

DurationThe cooking duration depends on the thickness andconsistency of the food and not the weight. The thicker thefood, the longer the cooking durat

SettingsAutomatic programmes > Fish > ...orOven functions > Steam cookingTemperature: see chartDuration: see chartThe durations given in the

ShellfishPreparationDefrost frozen shellfish before cooking with steam.Peel, remove and discard the intestines, and then wash theshellfish.Cooking con

MusselsFresh mussels,Only cook mussels which are closed.Do not eat mussels which have not opened after beingcooked. Danger of food poisoning!Steep fre

RiceRice swells when cooked and needs to be cooked in liquid.The proportion of rice to liquid will vary depending on thetype of rice.The rice absorbs

Pasta / NoodlesDry pasta and noodlesDry pasta and noodles swell when they are cooked and needto be cooked in liquid. The liquid must cover the pasta o

This steam combi oven complies with all current local andnational safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however,lead to personal injury and dama

DumplingsReady-made dumplings in wrappers need to be coveredcompletely with water. Otherwise they will not absorb enoughwater and will fall apart, eve

GrainsGrain swells when cooked and needs to be cooked in liquid.The proportion of grain to liquid will vary depending on thetype of grain.Grain can be

Pulses- Dried -Soak pulses for at least 10 hours in cold water beforecooking. Soaking makes the pulses more digestible andshortens the cooking duratio

Oven functions > Steam cookingTemperature: 100 °CDuration: see chartUnsoakedDuration inminutesRatioPulses : LiquidBeansKidney beans 130–140 1 : 3Az

Hen's eggsUse a perforated container to prepare boiled eggs in thesteam combi oven.The eggs do not need to be pierced before cooking as theyare g

FruitCook fruit in a solid container so that none of the juice is lost.If you wish to cook fruit in a perforated container, place asolid container dir

Menu cooking - manualSwitch off steam reduction when doing menu cooking (see"Settings").Menu cooking involves cooking various foods with dif

Example:Rice 20 minutesPerch fillet 6 minutesBroccoli 4 minutes20 minutes - 6 minutes = 14 minutes (1st cooking duration:rice)6 minutes - 4 minutes =

ReheatThe steam oven is very effective at reheating food gently,without drying it out or cooking it further. The food reheatsevenly and does not need

Produce Temperaturein °CMoisturein %Durationin minutesVegetablesCarrotsCauliflowerKohlrabiBeans120 70 8–10Side dishesPastaRicePotatoes, halved lengthw

Correct application~This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similarenvironments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakf

DefrostIt is much quicker to defrost items in the steam oven than atroom temperature.Temperature60 °C is the best temperature for defrosting.Exception

Useful tipsFish does not need to be fully defrosted before cooking.Defrost so that the surface is sufficiently thawed to take herbsand seasoning. Depe

Food to bedefrostedWeightin gTemperaturein °CDefrostingdurationin minutesStanding timein minutesDairy productsSliced cheese 125 60 15 10Quark 250 60 2

Food to bedefrostedWeightin gTemperaturein °CDefrostingdurationin minutesStanding timein minutesMeatRoasting in slices 60 8–10 15–20Mince 250 50 15–20

BottlingFruit / VegetablesOnly use unblemished, fresh produce which is in good condi-tion.Glass jarsUse clean glass jars and accessories and check the

Fill the jars with liquid. The produce must be completely co-vered.Use a sugar solution for fruit and a salt or vinegar solution forvegetables.Useful

SettingsSpecial applications > Bottling, orOven functions > Steam cookingTemperature: see chartDuration: see chartFood Temperature in °C Duratio

Cakes (bottling)Whisked, sponge or yeast mixtures are suitable for bottling.Cakes last approx. 6 months.Cakes with fruit cannot be stored. They must b

Extracting juiceYou can use the steam combi oven to extract juices from fruit,such as soft berries and cherries.It is best to use overripe fruit as th

Menu cookingYou can choose up to three components, e.g. fish with sidedish and vegetables.The various components can be selected in any order. Theappl

Safety with children~Activate the system lock to ensure that children cannot switch onthe steam combi oven inadvertently.~Young children must not be a

DryingOnly use the "Combi mode Fan Plus" function to dry food sothat moisture can be dissipated.Procedure^Cut the food into similar sized pi

PizzaSettingsSpecial applications > PizzaTemperature: 180 °C - 225 °CDuration: 1-20 minutesNote: Use rack with baking paperorOven functions > Fa

Making yoghurtTo prepare yoghurt, you will need milk and live culture oryoghurt starter powder, e.g. from a health food store.Use natural yoghurt with

Useful tipIf you are using yoghurt starter powder, you can prepare theyoghurt from a mixture of milk and cream. For that, mix3/4 litre milk with 1/4 l

Prove yeast doughProcedure^Prepare the dough according to the recipe.^Place the bowl in a perforated cooking container or on therack.SettingsSpecial a

Melting chocolateYou can use the steam combi oven for melting any type ofchocolate.Procedure^Break the chocolate into small pieces.Place chocolate ici

Skinning fruit and vegetablesProcedure^Cut a cross in the top of tomatoes, nectarines etc. This willallow the skin to be removed more easily.^Place th

Preserving applesYou can treat homegrown apples in the steam combi oven toincrease the length of time for which you can store them.Once treated, the a

Sweating onionsSweating means cooking the onions in their own juices, withthe addition of a little fat if necessary.Procedure^Cut the onions up into s

Sterilising crockeryThe steam combi oven will sterilise baby bottles and othercontainers so that at the end of the programme they are asgerm free as t