Panasonic NN-3456 Product guide

MICROWAVE
QPERATItiG INSTRUCTIONS
& COOKERY BOOK
For Models; NN-3456 / NN-3496
NN-E238Y / NN-E238N
NN-3256 / NN-E218N

standard Conversion Chart
Weight Capacity
''hO'Z
-
15g /^tsp
-
3ml
102
-
25g
Itsp
-
5mi
202
-
50g 1 t bsp
-
15mi
302
-
75g
Vipt
-
150ml
402
-
lOOg ■ y^pt
-
300m!
5o2
-
150g
%pt
_
450ml
602
-
175g
1 p t
-
600mt
702
-
200 g
VApi
-
1 litre
802
-
225g
9oz
-
250g !
IO 02
-
275g
II 0 2
-
300g
12 oz 350g
13oz
-
375g
1402
-
400g
15oz 425g
1 l b/ 160 Z
-
450g
When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial
measurements. Do not combine the two. In some recipes the
conversions are not a direct equivalent due to recipe result.
Important
Your oven is rated 800 Watts (lEC). When using other cookbooks
remember to adjust cooking times accordingly. Take care also when
using packet instructions on convenience foods. ALWAYS check the
i progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply pressing the door
OPEN button and after checking the progress of the food, press START
to restart the cooking time.
Failure to follow the Instructions given In this Cookbook may affect
i the recipe result and in some instances may be dangerous.
Acknowledgements:
Photography: Sue Atkinson, Arc Studios, Windsor.
Film Making and
Origination: Deltaset Ltd
Printed by; Mid Wales Litho Ltd

Microwaving with Panasonic
Microwaving is still a relatively new method of
cooking and so even if this is not your first
microwave oven, do pfease read the opening
chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect
results every time.
Microwaves leave most foods tastier and leave you
with less washing up, but don’t expect to become
a perfect microwave cook overnight - some of the
nit^Li iuds art? v©ry different to those usew in
conventional cooking. The cooking times are short
because microwaves quickly convert energy into
heat in the food - because of this read carefully the
section of General Guidelines and Containers to
Use.
The Home Economists at the Test Kitchen have care¬
fully selected recipes in each chapter to give you a
basis on which to convert your own favourites.
Should you require any further help or explanation,
phone our COOKERY ADVICE LINE: 01344 8621C«
or write to;
The Microwave Test Kitchen
DonaennSr; ElectronlCS U-K.
Willoughby Road
Bracknell
Berks
RG12dFP
When writing, be sure to state your mode! number
and daytime telephone nLimber.
Contents
Unp«u:king your oven .2-3
Important information .4-5
Parts of your oven.6
'CdhTfbl Panel.7
Operating instructions .8-9
Containers to use.10-11
Microwaving Principles.12
NUccowaving Guidelines.13-14
Selecting Micro Power Levels .1b
Defrosting Guidelines . 16
Defrosting Chart . 17
Auto Programs.18
Increasing and Decreasing Recipes .19
Using Recipes from Other Books.19
care of your Oven.19
Reheating Charts .20-22
Cooking Charts . 23-26
Recipes
rreh ■ ..27
Meat and Poultry .28
. Cheese and Snacks.29
... 30
Vegetables.31
Desserts.32
Cakes.33
Operating Instructions I
Pages 2-9 of this cookbook are Operating j
Instructions. These must be read prior to [
operating the machine. Failure to read these |
instructions could rsstjit in ciomsQw to your ov©n ^
HEATING CATEGORY
Your oven is Heating Category D and this is
displayed on the front of your oven door. The
information on this label will assist you in using
new instructions on food packs to enable you to
program the best heating time in your oven.
_ The lEC (705) power
output (watts)
— The heating category for
small packs of food
Microwave symbol
At our busy Test Kitchen in Bracknell, all the ovens
are especially programmed for the UK market and
the recipes are tested many times to ensure you
achieve successful results every time.
800 W
D
The serial number of this product may be found on the
rear of the oven, You should note the model number Model No.^_
and the serial number of this oven in the space
provided and retain this book as a permanent record of * ’-
your purchase tor future reference. Date of Purchase

For your safety read the following information carefully
This appliance is suppiied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp
fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a
rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSt
to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the 8SI
mark ^ on the body of the fuse.
If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug
with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover ^
required, ensure that it is the same colour as that
visible on the face of the plug (ie Red or Orange). A
r^tacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local Panasonic Dealer.
HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE
Open the fuse compartment with a
screwdriver and replace the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CLTT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY AND AN APPROPRIATE ONE FITTED. THERE IS
A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring
code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a
qualified electrician. (For U.K. Models only)
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yeiiow: Earth
Blue: NeiJtral
Brown* Uve
As the colours of the wire in the mains read of &iis
apf^iance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GPEEN-ANO-VELLOVV must
be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter E or by the Earth symbol —1— or coloured
GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be cor^nected to
the terminal m the plug which is marked with the letter N
or coloured BLACK
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be conriected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
L or coloured RED.
Vottage A
ITid tiSSSTm'usVfeo same as specified on
this microwave oven. Using a higher voltage than that
whfch’fe ^jeclfied ts dangerous and m^ rc^it in a
fire Of other fype of accident causing damage
Do not immerse cord, plug or oven sn water Keep cord
away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over
the ^ge of table or worktop. Oo not plug your oven, in
via an evtension cable as this can be dangerous. It is
important to plug the oven directly into a wall socket.
The back of the appliance heats up duhng use Do not
allow the cord to be in contact with the back of the
appliance or cabinet surface
Unpacking your oven
1. Examine Your Oven
Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and
examine the oven for any damage such as dents,
broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify
dealer immediately if unit Is damaged. Do NOT install
2. Quarantee Card
Fill out and post the pre-
addressed guarantee card.
3. Cord
If the supply cord of this
aptHiance is damaged, it must be replaced by the
special cord available or^iy Ircm the manufacturer.
N.B. The appliance should be inspected for damage to
the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas
damaged the appliance should not be operated until it
has been repair^ by serv'ce technician trained by the
manufacturer.
DO NOT REMOVE ADHESIVE PLASTIC FILM FROM INSIDE OF DOOR OR OVER VENTS ON OVEN CF'LtNG
Placement of your oven
Placement of Oven
1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For
proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air
flow, ie 5cm/2" at the side: i5cm/6‘ clear over the
top: 10cm/4" at the rear.
2. Do not place the microwave oven on a ^etf directly
above a gas or electric hob. This may be a safety
hazard and the oven may be damaged.
3. Do not block air vents on the rear and bottom or top
of the cabinet. Do not place any articles on the tc^ of
the oven on top of the top vents. H aw vents are
t^ocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If
the oven over hea t s , a thermal safety device will turn
the oven off. The oven will remain inoperable with
blank display until it has cooled.
4. Do not use outdoors.
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Using your oven
1. This oven must not be operated by Microwave
without food in the oven. Operation when empty wiM
damage the appliance. For mode's NN-3256 / NN-
E2t8N, always zero the timer vjhen food is removed
from the oven.
2. Chiidren should be kept av^ay from the oven at all
times and should only be allowed to operate the oven
under supervision. Ensure that children do not touch
the hot outer casing after operation of the oven.
3. S torage of accessories. Do not store any objects
other than oven accessories inside the oven in case it
is accidentally turned on. In case of electronic failure,
oven can be turned off at wall socket.
Maintenance of your oven
1. W HEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your
local Panasonic engineer (0990-357357) Customer
support. It is dangerous for anyone other than a
service technician trained by the manufacturer to
perform repair service. Do not attempt to remove the
outer casing of the oven.
2. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any
adjustments or repairs to door, control panel housing,
safety interlock switches or any other part of the
oven. Do not remove outer panel from oven. The
door seals and door seal areas should always be kept
clean - use a camp cioth.
3. The oven lamp must be
replaced by a service
technicisui trained by the
manufacturer. DO NOT
attempt to remove the
outer casing from the
oven.
4. Spare parts may be
ordered from SEME 01280-823523. Ensure you quote
the correct model number,
Technical specification
Rated Voltage
Required Power
Output Power
Outer Dimensions
Oven Cavity Dimensions
Operating Frequency
Weight
23a-240v 50H2
1.250W
800 W (1EC.705)
297mm (H) x 458mm (VV) x 315mm (D)
207mm (H) x 282mm (W) x 282mm {D)
2.450MHz
14kg
Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.
This appliance was produced to BS 800.
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Important information - Read Carefully
Short Cooking Times
As microwave cooking times are much shorter than other
cooking methods it is essentiai that recommended
cooking tsmes are not exceeded without first checking
the food.
Cooking times given in the cookbook are approximate.
Factors that may affect cooking times are: preferred
degree of cooking, starting temperature, attitude, volume,
size and shape of foods and utensils used. As you
become familiar with the oven, you will be able to adjust
these factors.
It is better to undercook rather than overcook foods. If
food is undercooked, it can always be returned to the
oven for further cooking. If food is overcooked, nothir^g
can be done. Always start with minimum cooking times.
Important.
If the recommended cooking times are exceeded the
food wiil be spoiled and in extreme circumstances
could catch fire and possibly damage the interior of
the oven.
4. Boiled Eggs.
Do r»ot boil eggs in their
shell in your microwave.
Raw eggs boiled in their
shelts can explode
causing injury.
5 .
.T- ffe;-. -n 'l : '
Foods wdth Skins.
Potatoes, apples, egg
•.-Qlk, v.-hofe vegetabres
arvS sausages are
ex^npies of food with
non porous skins. These
must be pierced using a
fork before cooking to
prevent bursting.
1. S mall quantities of food.
Take care when heating small quantities of food as
these can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if
cooked too long. Always set short cooking times and
check the food frequently.
NB. If materials inside the even should Ignite, keep
oven door closed, turn oven off. and disconnect the
power cord, or shut off power
at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
NEVER OPERATE THE
OVEN WITHOUT FOOD.
2 . F oods low In moisture.
Take care when heating
foods low in moisture, eg
bread items, chocolate,
popcorn, biscuits and
pastries. These can easily
burn, dry out or catch on
fire if cooked too long,
3. C hristmas Pudding.
Christmas puddmgs and
other foods high in fats or
sugar, eg. jam. mince
pies, must not be over
heated. These foods
must never be left
unattended as with over
cooking these foods can
ignite.
e. Liquids.
When heating liquids,
eg soup, sauces and
beverages in your
microv/ave oven,
overheating the hqurd
beyond boiling point
can occur without
evidence of bubblir»g.
This could result irt a sudden boil over of the hot
liquid. To prevent this possibility the following steps
should be taken:
a) Avoid using straight-sided contair*ers with nanpw
necks.
b) Do not overheat.
cj Stir the liquid before placing the container in the
oven and again halfway through the heating time
d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven tor a
short time, stimng again before carefully removing
the container.
7. Lids.
Always remove the lids of jars and containers and
takeaway food containers before you microwave
them. If you don't then steam and preroure Height
build up inside and cause an explosion even after the
microwave cooking has stopped
8. Deep Fat Frying.
Do not attempt to deep fat
fry in your oven,

9. Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has
been removed from the microwave. If undercooked,
return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes
at the recommended power
(eve!. Do not leave a
conventional meal
thermometer in the oven when
microwaving.
12. S tanding Time.
Standing time refers to the
period at the end of
cooking or reheating when
food is left before being
eaten, ie. it is a rest time
which allows the heat in
the food to continue to
conduct to the centre, thus
eliminating cold spots. See
page 14 for details.
10. Paper, Plastic.
Carefully attend the
appliance if paper, plastic
or other combustible
materials are used as
containers or for covering.
Do not use wire twist-ties
with roasting bags as
arcing will occur.
Do not use re-cycled paper
products, eg Kitchen roll unless they say they are
specifically designed for use «n a microwave oven.
These products contain impurities which may cause
sparks and/or fires when used.
11. Reheating.
It is essential that
reheated food is served
“piping hot".
Remove the food from
the oven and check that
it is “piping hot", ie steam
is being emitted from all
parts and any sauce is
bubbling. {If you wish you
may choose to check the
food has reached 72'C
with a food thermometer
“ but remember do not use this thermometer inside
the microwave.)
For foods that cannot be stirred, eg lasagne,
shephe.'ds pie, the centre should be cut with a knife
to test it is well heated through. Even if a
manufacturer’s packet instructions have been
foIlov;ed always check the food is piping hot before
serving and if in doubt return your food to the oven
for further heating.
13. K eeping Your Oven Clean.
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it
is wiped out regularly. Use warm soapy water,
squeeze the cloth out well and
use to remove any grease or
food from the interior. Pay
particular attention to the door
seal area and also the areas
around the microwave feed
guide situated on the right
hand side of the cavity wall.
The oven should be
unplugged when cleaning.
14. B abies Bottles and
Food Jars
When reheating babies
bottles always remove top
and teal. Liquid at the top
of the bottle will be much
hotter than at the bottom
and must be shaken
thoroughly before checking the temperature. The lid
must also be removed from babies food )ars, the
contents must also be stirred or shaken before the
tempe.'atu.'e is checked.
15. C ontainers
Befo.'e use check that utensil5.‘'containers are suitable
for use in microwave ovens.
16. C are of Your Oven Cavity
Your oven cavity is constructed of zinc coated steei.
painted with an extremely durable coating. After use,
the oven interior should be wiped out to remove any
remaining water in order to reduce the risk of
corrosion to the cavity- and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by abrasive
cleaners and sharp objects so care must be taken to
avoid damage caused in this way. If the cavity or
door becomes damaged the lining may begin to
co.TOde. Providing the above precautions are taken
regarding the cleaning and care of your oven the life
of the cavity and door may be extended.
However, should any corrosion of the cavity or door
occur \.vilhin a period of 3 years from the date of
purchase and providing the above precautions are
fbliowed the cavity and door will be serviced by your
supplier on a free of charge basis.
5

Parts of Your Oven
Glass Turntable
1. Do not operate the oven without
the Roller Ring and Glass
Turntable in place.
2. Only use the Glass Turntable
specifically designed for this
oven. Do not substitute with any
other Glass Turntable.
3. If Glass Turntable is hot, allow
to cool before cleaning or
placing in water.
4. Do not cook directly on Glass
Turntable. Always place food in
a microwave safe dish. The only
exception to this is when
cooking Jacket Potatoes or
Auto Program Jacket Potatoes.
5. if food or utensil on Glass
Turntable touches oven walls,
causing the tray to stop moving,
the tray wtH automatically rotate
in opposite direction. This is
normal. Open oven door,
reposition the food arxJ restart.
6. The Glass Turntable can rotate
in either direction.
See-through Oven Window External Air Vents Glass Turntable
resumes as soon as the door is closed
arxi Start Pad is pressed. The oven
light will stay on or turn on w'henever
the door is opened.
6

Oven Control Panels
NN-3456
NN-E238Y
NN-E238N
NN-3496
NN-3256
NN-E218N
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Stall
Display
When oven is first plugged in "88:68'’ will
appear in the display window.
Clock Pad
Press the clock pad. Using the minute
and second pads set the clock (12hr
clock). Press clock pad again to stop
colon flashing. (See page 8 to set the
clock.)
Microwave Power Pads
There are 4 different power levels to
select.
Auto Weight Programs
After selecting the program and entering
in the weight of the food the oven will
automatically select the correct cooking
time and power level. (See page 9 for
more details.)
Start Pad
One press allows the oven to begin
functioning. If the door is opened or the
Stop/Cancel pad is pressed once during
the oven operation the Start Pad must be
p.'essed again to restart the oven.
Stop/Cancel Pad
Befo.'e cooking: one press clears your
instructions. During cooking: one
press temporarily stops the cooking
program. Another press cancels all y'our
instructions and the time of day will
reappear in the display window.
Beep Sound
When a pad is touched correctly a beep
will be heard. If a pad is touched and no
beep is heard, the unit has net or canrK>t
accept the instruction. At the end of any
complete program, the oven will beep 5
times.
Auto Weight Defrost Pad
After selecting the correct category of
food and the weight, the oven will
automatically select the power and the
correct time. (See page 9 for more
details.)
Deiay/Stand Pad
This can be used to delay a cooking
program for up to 99 mins 99 sec. or used
to time or for standing (non-cookinc) time.
Door Release Pad
(except NN-3496)
Opening the door during cooking will stop
the cooking program. Cooking continues
as soon as the door is closed emd the
start pad is pressed. The oven light will
turn on and stay on whenever the door is
open. It is qu'rte safe to open the door
during a cooking progsam. TTiere is no
risk of microwave eeposure.
Microwave Power Selection
6 different power levels to choose from by
turning the dial.
Easy Defrost Dial
Turn to select weight for defrost time.
Defrost power on these ovens is not
cyclic. All times given in the Defrost Chart
should be approximately .halved.
Timer Dial
Turn to select length of cooking time. NB.
When food is removed from oven after
cooking is complete, check timer is in
zero position.
Door Release Pad
Opening the door during cooking will stop
the cooking program. Cooking continues
as soon as the door is closed. The oven
light will turn on and stay on whenever the
door is open. It is quite safe to open the
door during a cooking program. There is
no risk of microv/ave exposure.
7

Select Power
7 ^
Turn dial to select power leve^
Set Time
Set cooking time by turning d*a}. ff the door
is already closed cooking time will begin
immediately. For short cooking times always
=lum-t he d i a l to 4 m i ns and t h a n adjust to-
time reouired.
Defrosting using the NN-3256 and NN-E218N
Setting the Clock (NN-3456/NN-E238Y/NN-E238N/NN-3496)
1. Press Clock Pad
Colon in window will start blinking.
2. Press Time Pads
Enter time of day by pressing appnapriate
Time Pads
3. Press Clock Pad
Colon stops blinking.
J Clock i
I_i
eg. 11.25pm
Press ?o T I Press
once . > ■ '- ■ >- -p once
Press j to T Press
twice ! ^ ^ 5 times
'. To reset t:rne cf day, repeat step 1 through to step 3.
2, The clock will kee p thelir!>e.of.dav as tone as the oweris oiug ged in and eieetn aty is SttQpifed.
'3. ThVs la a 'i2 hour clock. <e i?pm s 2:00 riot 14:00. The oven win not fipnchon « s 24 hour e*ocfc ’9 set.
Microwave Cooking
The oven will automatically work on HIGH microwave power If a
cot^irtg ffme is entered without the power level prevlouely being selected.
1. Select Power
Select correct power pad.
2. Set Time
Set cooking time by pressing appropriate Press I to
Time Pads. eg. to set 13 minutes 45 seconds: 4 times . ^
3. Press Start
The cooking program will start and the time
In the display will couatdowa_
Two/Three Stage Cooking: see page i5