How and what to choose a built-in microwave oven? What parameters to pay attention to?

A modern kitchen is hard to imagine without a microwave.making reheating food easy and comfortable.

Devices are either stand-alone or embedded. Last option not only fits perfectly into the interior, but also saves space.

What is a built-in microwave oven?

This type of device is installed in the niche of the kitchen set. In addition, this type of equipment usually has more impressive dimensions.

Kinds

Depending on the functionality and available modes, there are several types of built-in microwave:

1. Solo.
   They perform only basic functions - heating and defrosting food, cooking simple dishes.
2. Grill ovens.
   The grill can be top and bottom. In some models, the ten, if necessary, moves 45 degrees.
3. Grill and convection appliances.
   In addition to the heating element, there is a fan that evenly distributes warm air.
4. multifunction ovens, in addition to the main modes, they allow you to cook food for a couple

Ways to heat food

• microwave - do not create a fried crust, but are suitable for heating or defrosting food;
• grill - a heating element, the heat from which gradually spreads throughout the working chamber;
• convection - replaces the oven.

When you turn on the combined mode, convection and microwaves are activated at the same time.

This allows you to get a delicate product with a crispy crust and at the same time reduce the cooking time.

Standard dimensions

Modern built-in microwave ovens have the following dimensions:

• depth - from 30 to 59.5 cm;
• width - from 45 to 60 cm;
• height - from 30 to 45 cm.

Parameters to pay attention to when choosing

To use the device was really comfortable, you need study the principle of its installation and operation, check whether all the necessary components are included.

Control system

In the oven rotary mechanical, rotary tact, pushbutton or touch switches can be used.

Mechanical control is considered the most reliable and insensitive to power outages.

Experts do not advise purchasing models with touch buttons if you plan to use the oven exclusively for heating food.

Embedding rules

The oven with grill and convection can get hot, so the device should not be placed near surfaces that can be affected by high temperatures and hot steam.

Equipment

Complete with microwave supplied a glass dish, a clutch rotating it, instructions, a warranty card and a cable for connecting the device to the network.

Grill and convection appliances are usually supplied with two grids on stands: high and low.

If the oven supports the function of steaming food, a special container must come with it.

Some manufacturers include plastic containers for storing and heating food in the package of the device.

They can also provide a special crisping dish, a grease-preventing lid, etc.

Culinary functionality

Microwave ovens come with different feature sets, so it's important to check if the performance of the appliance is what you expect before buying.

Door

Depending on the model, it opens with a handle or by pressing a button.

Power and energy efficiency

Power affects the speed of cooking. For different models it can vary from 600 to 1200 watts.

This setting can be adjusted depending on the type of product.

Buying a microwave oven you need to measure its energy efficiency with the capabilities of your wiring.

The simplest microwave consumes from 0.5 to 1.5 kW, with a grill - from 1.5 to 2.8 kW, with a grill and convection - from 2 to 3 kW.

The characteristics of the device must indicate the energy efficiency class. Most economical: A, A+, A++, B and C.

To reduce costs, you need to turn off the device from the network.

Security questions

Into the microwave a locking device can be built in to prevent accidental activation by children.

When this function is activated, the appliance cannot be used until the lock is released.

Design

microwavethe oven should harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen.

When choosing a built-in model, it is worth considering that only the front side of the device will be visible.

Internal coating

The walls of the working chamber of the microwave oven can be covered with ceramics, enamel, stainless steel or bioceramic enamel.

The most commonly used enamel coating. It is wear resistant and easy to clean.

But enamel cannot be exposed to high temperatures, so this material is not suitable for models with oven functions.

Coating from ceramics and bioceramics - durable and smooth.

Stainless steel looks aesthetically pleasing and can withstand any temperature, but this material is more difficult to care for.

Burnt fat is difficult to remove, and if you use abrasives, scratches will remain.

To simplify the process of caring for stainless steel, it is recommended to cover the plates with special lids.

Additional features to look out for

When choosing a device It is worth paying attention to whether it supports the following functions:

1. defrosting - defrosting food mode.
2. Automatic defrost - a mode in which it is necessary to select a product category and its mass, but time and power do not need to be selected.
3. Delay start - programming the time of turning on the gadget.
   This feature is useful for busy people.
   You can put the dish in the oven in advance and it will warm up or cook it for your arrival.
4. Automatic cooking - classic recipes stored in the device's memory.
   It is enough to prepare the products in accordance with the instructions, place them in the working chamber and press the appropriate button.
   The oven itself will select the optimal temperature, power and time.
5. Convection. It is necessary if you plan to cook pastries.
6. Grill. Allows you to cook foods with a crispy crust.
   The grill can be presented in the form of a closed quartz element or ten.
   The first option simplifies the cleaning of the working chamber, because food particles do not fall on it.
   But ten copes with its functions better.
7. Automatic heating - one or more modes of heating a dish with an already set power and time.
8. Turning off the beeper - Silent operation.
   Important for those who do not want to disturb family members with loud sounds that the oven makes after the end of work.

Top companies of built-in microwave ovens:

Samsung

• Samsung FW77SUW;
• Samsung FW87SUT;
• Samsung MG22M8054AK;
• Samsung FW77SUB;
• Samsung FG77SUT.

Hansa

• Hansa AMG20BFH;
• Hansa AMM20BMXH;
• Hansa AMM20BEXH;
• Hansa AMM20BESH;
• Hansa AMM20BEIH.

Siemens

• Siemens BF525LMS0;
• Siemens BF525LMW0;
• Siemens BF634LGS1;
• Siemens BF525LMW0;
• Siemens BF634LGS1.

Kuppersberg

• Kuppersberg HMW 655 X;
• Kuppersberg HMW 650W;
• Kuppersberg HMW 650 BX;
• Kuppersberg HMW 655W;
• Kuppersberg HMW 393 W.

Bosch

• Bosch BFL524MS0;
• Bosch BFL520MS0;
• Bosch BFL524MW0;
• Bosch BFL554MW0;
• Bosch BFL554MS0.

Ariston

• Hotpoint-Ariston MWA 121.1X;
• Hotpoint-Ariston MWHA 222.1X;
• Hotpoint-Ariston MWHA 122.1IX;
• Hotpoint-Ariston MN 513 IX;
• Hotpoint-Ariston MD 764 IXHA.

Conclusions:

1. Built-in microwave does not clutter up the kitchen, while multifunctional models can replace the oven.
2. It must be taken into account that the niche should be slightly larger than the microwave.
3. When choosing instrument important to study on its specifications and functionality.
   For example, families with children may benefit from locking and silent mode.
4. Energy efficiency is an important parameterwhich many people don't pay attention to.
   Powerful appliances should be used in homes with reliable wiring.

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