Panasonic NN-ST34HWQPQ Operating instructions

Operating Instruction and Cook Book
Microwave Oven
For home Use
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this
manual for future use.
Model No. NN-ST342W

We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave oven. Before operating this oven, please
read these instructions carefully and completely, and keep them for further reference.
If you have never used a microwave oven before, you will realise that a microwave oven uses a totally different
method of converting energy into heat. This requires an understanding of what exactly happens to food when
placed in the oven. This is explained in the following pages.
After reading the introductory chapter, I am sure you will be able to master the basic technique and thereby
develop a firm understanding of your new oven. This book includes recipes from starters to desserts.After trying
our recipes be sure to adapt your favourite recipes to microwave methods.
Start experimenting now, and enjoy the first class results you will achieve by using your new microwave oven.
The serial number of this product may be found on the
Identification Plate (see page 6). You should note the
model number and serial number of this oven in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER _______________________
SERIAL NUMBER _______________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________
Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd
1 Innovation Road
Macquarie Park
NSW 2113

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Table of Contents
Before Operation
Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................................2
Installation and General Instructions..............................................................................................3
Microwaves and How They Work...................................................................................................4
Cookware and Utensils Guide.....................................................................................................4-5
Feature Diagram ............................................................................................................................6
Control Panel..................................................................................................................................7
Ingredient Conversion Chart ........................................................................................................16
Operation and Hints
To Set Clock...................................................................................................................................8
To Use Child Safety Lock...............................................................................................................8
To Cook by MICRO POWER AND TIME...................................................................................9
using AUTO COOK..............................................................................................14-15
To Reheat by MICRO POWER AND TIME..............................................................................9-11
using AUTO REHEAT ...............................................................................................14
To Defrost by MICRO POWER AND TIME........................................................................9, 12-13
using TURBO DEFROST.....................................................................................12-13
3-Stages Setting...........................................................................................................................16
To Use Timer................................................................................................................................17
Quick Guide to Operation.............................................................................................................40
Cooking Guide
Microwave Recipe Techniques................................................................................................18-20
Basic Recipes...............................................................................................................................21
Soups and Snacks ..................................................................................................................22-23
Fish and Shellfish.........................................................................................................................24
Poultry.....................................................................................................................................25-26
Main Fare Meats .....................................................................................................................27-29
Vegetable Varieties..................................................................................................................30-32
Rice, Pasta and Cereal ...........................................................................................................33-34
Desserts.......................................................................................................................................35
Maintenance
Before Requesting Service...........................................................................................................36
Care of Your Microwave Oven......................................................................................................37
Technical Specifications...............................................................................................................37
Panasonic Warranty (Australia)....................................................................................................38
Panasonic Warranty (New Zealand).............................................................................................39

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Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Precautions to be taken when
using Microwave Ovens for Heating
foodstuffs
INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE. A microwave oven
should only be used if an inspection confirms all of the
following conditions:
The door fits squarely and securely and opens and1. closes smoothly.
The door hinges are in good condition.2. The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are3. neither buckled nor deformed.
The door seals are neither covered with food nor4. have large burn marks.
PRECAUTIONS. Microwave radiation from microwave
ovens can cause harmful effects if the following
precautions are not taken:
Never tamper with or deactivate the interlocking1. devices on the door.
Never poke an object, particularly a metal object,2. through a grille or between the door and the oven
while the oven is operating.
Never place saucepans, unopened cans or other3. heavy metal objects in the oven.
Do not let other metallic articles, e.g., fast food foil4. containers, touch the side of the oven.
Clean the oven cavity, the door and the seals with5. water and a mild detergent at regular intervals.
Never use any form of abrasive cleaner that may
scratch or scour surfaces around the door.
Always use the oven with trays or cookware6. recommended by the manufacturer.
Never operate the oven without a load (i.e., an7. absorbing material such as food or water) in the
oven cavity unless specifically allowed in the
manufacturer’s literature.
For horizontally hinged doors, never rest heavy8. objects such as food containers on the door while
it is open.
Do not place sealed containers in microwave9. ovens. Baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or a
teat are considered to be sealed containers.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons10.(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Young children should be supervised to ensure11. that they do not play with the appliance.
Important Instructions
WARNING—To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
fire, injury to persons or excessive microwave energy:
Read all instructions before using the microwave1. oven.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed2. containers - (for example, closed glass jars and
sealed baby bottles with teat) - may explode and
should not be heated in the microwave oven.
Use this microwave oven only for its intended use3. as described in this manual.
As with any appliance, close supervision is4. necessary when used by children.
Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not working5. properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.
To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:6. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend(a) microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other
combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
Heating therapeutic wheat bags is not(b) recommended. If heating, do not leave
unattended and follow manufacturers’
instructions carefully.
Remove wire twist-ties from bags before(c) placing bag in oven.
If materials inside the oven should ignite,(d) keep oven door closed, turn oven off at the
wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
Never leave microwave unattended while(e) cooking or reheating.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition7. could lead to deterioration of the surface that
could adversely affect the life of the appliance and
possibly result in a hazardous situation.
Earthing Instructions
This microwave oven must be earthed. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This microwave oven is equipped with
a cord having an earthing wire with an earthing plug.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and earthed.
WARNING—Improper use of the earthing plug can
result in a risk of electric shock.
WE CERTIFY THAT THIS MICROWAVE OVEN
HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND COMPLIES WITH
THE REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATION 3,
SUBCLAUSE(2), OF THE MICROWAVE OVENS
REGULATIONS 1982.
(This statement applicable only to New Zealand.)
We certify that this microwave oven has been
inspected and complies with the safety requirements
of government notice 466 of March 1981, and
complies with the Radio Regulation of government
notice 587 of March 1986.
(This statement applicable only to South Africa)
WARNING
The door seals and door seal areas should bea) cleaned with a damp cloth. The appliance should
be inspected for damage to the door seals and
door seal areas and if these areas are damaged
the appliance should not be operated until it has
been repaired by a qualified service technician
trained by the manufacturer.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competentb) person to carry out any service or repair operation
that involves the removal of a cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.
If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, itc) must be replaced by a qualified service technician
with the special cord available only from the
manufacturer.
Before use, the user should check that whether thed) utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Liquids or other foods must not be heated ine) sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Only allow children to use the oven withoutf) supervision when adequate instructions have
been given so that the child is able to use the
oven in a safe way and understands the hazards
of improper use.

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Installation and General Instructions
General Use
In order to maintain high quality, do not operate1. the oven when empty. The microwave energy will
reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food
or water is present to absorb energy. This can lead
to damage to the microwave oven including arcing
within the oven cavity.
If smoke is observed, press the2. STOP/RESET Pad
and leave door closed in order to stifle any flames.
Disconnect the power cord, and/or shut off power
at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials3. in oven. They may catch on fire.
Do not use recycled paper products, unless the4. paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven
use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fires when used.
Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking.5. Do not hit or strike the Control Panel. Damage to6. controls may occur.
POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from food7. is transferred to the cooking container and from
the container to the Glass Tray. The GlassTray can
be very hot after removing the cooking container
from the oven.
Do not store flammable materials next to, on top8. of, or in the oven. It could be a fire hazard.
Do not cook food directly on Glass Tray unless9. indicated in recipes. (Food should be placed in a
suitable cooking utensil.)
DO NOT10. use this oven to heat chemicals or other
non-food products. DO NOT clean this oven with
any product that is labelled as containing corrosive
chemicals. The heating of corrosive chemicals in
this oven may cause microwave radiation leaks.
Do not leave the microwave unattended while11. reheating or cooking food in disposable containers
made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials,
as these types of containers can ignite if overheated.
Appliances are not intended to be operated by means12. of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Placement of Oven
The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface,1. more than 85 cm above the floor. For correct
operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow.
Allow 15 cm of space on the top of the oven, 10 cm
at the back, and 5 cm on both sides. If one side of
the oven is placed flush to wall, the other side or
top must not be blocked. Do not remove feet.
Do not block air vents. If they are blockeda. during operation, the oven may be overheated
and damaged. When using any cloth over the
oven, the air intake and exhaust should not be
blocked. Also allow sufficient space on back and
both sides of the oven.
Do not place oven near a hot or damp surfaceb. such as a gas stove, electric range or sink etc.
Do not operate oven when room humidity is too high.c.
This oven was manufactured for household use only.2.
The appliance is freestanding type and shall not be3. placed in a cabinet.
This appliance is intended to be used in household4. and similar applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other• working environments;
farm houses;• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential• environments;
bed and breakfast type environments.•
Food
Do not use your oven for home canning or the1. heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build
up and the jar may explode. In addition, the
microwave oven cannot maintain the food at the
correct canning temperature. Improperly canned
food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave2. oven.
Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole hard-3. boiled eggs (unless otherwise stated in Cooking
Guide section). Pressure will build up and the eggs
will explode.
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, chicken wings, whole4. squash and sausages are examples of foods with
nonporous skins. This type of food must be pierced
before cooking, to prevent bursting.
When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and5. beverages, in your microwave oven, overheating
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden
boil over of hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the
following steps should be taken:
Avoid using straight-sided containers witha) narrow necks.
Do not overheat.b) Stirc) the liquid before placing the container in the
oven and halfway through cooking time.
After heating, allow to stand in the oven ford) a short time, stirring again before carefully
removing the container.
DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT6. THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN.
To check the degree of cooking of roasts and
poultry use a MICROWAVE THERMOMETER.
Alternatively, a conventional meat thermometer
may be used after the food is removed from the
oven. If undercooked, return meat or poultry to
the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the
recommended power level. It is important to ensure
that meat and poultry are thoroughly cooked.
COOKING TIMES given in the Cooking Guide7. section are APPROXIMATE. Factors that may
affect cooking time are preferred degree of
moisture content, starting temperature, altitude,
volume, size, shape of food and utensils used. As
you become familiar with the oven, you will be able
to adjust for these factors.
It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN8. OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it can
always be returned to the oven for further cooking.
If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always
start with minimum cooking times recommended.
Extreme care should be taken when cooking9. popcorn in a microwave oven. Cook for minimum
time as recommended by manufacturer. Use
the directions suitable for the wattage of your
microwave oven. NEVER leave oven unattended
when popping popcorn.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers,10.check the oven frequently due to the possibility of
ignition.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars11. are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature
is to be checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.

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Microwaves and How They Work
Cookware and Utensils Guide
Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves
similar to those used by a radio, including AM, FM
and CB. They are similar to a television where the
radio waves are converted to a picture on the screen.
However, microwaves are much shorter than radio
waves; approximately twelve centimetres wave length.
Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the
magnetron tube (which is the heart of the microwave
oven).
From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is
transmitted to the oven cavity through a small plastic
covered piece. The microwaves are converted to heat
in the food. The microwaves enter from the outside
of the food and travel through the food losing half of
their power every two to three centimetres. Continued
cooking to the centre occurs by conduction.
Although pacemakers used to be affected by
microwaves (as well as by other radio waves), they
are now shielded and are not bothered by these
interferences. This allows people with pacemakers
to sit calmly by their radio or television and cook with
microwave ovens.
When microwaves come in contact with a substance,
any one or combination of three things may occur.
They can be:
1. REFLECTED
2. TRANSMITTED
3. ABSORBED
Reflection:
Metal substances REFLECT microwave energy and
because there is no absorption, there is no heating.
This is why the oven interior is either stainless steel or
epoxy-coated steel. This ensures that the microwaves
are kept inside the cavity and evenly distributed
throughout the food with the help of the turntable.
Transmission:
Such substances as paper, glass and plastic
TRANSMIT microwave energy and do not become
hot except from food. Because these substances do
not reflect or absorb microwave energy, they are ideal
materials for microwave cooking containers.
Absorption:
Food contains moisture and will ABSORB microwave
energy, which causes the moisture molecules within
the food to vibrate at an incredible rate (2,450,000,000
times per second). Friction, created by the vibration,
produces heat energy which is conducted throughout
the food.
Circuits
Your microwave oven should be operated on a
separate 10 A circuit from other appliances. Failure to
do this may cause the power board fuse to blow, and/
or food to cook slower. Do not insert higher value fuse
in the power board.
It is important to use the correct container when
cooking in a microwave oven. The following will help
you make the right selection.
How to Test a Container for Safe
Microwave Oven Use
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE
OVEN USE: Fill a 1-cup glass measure with cool
water and place it in the microwave oven alongside
the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute
at High. If the container is microwave ovensafe
(transparent to microwave energy), the container
should remain comfortably cool, the water in glass
measure should be hot. If the container is hot, it has
absorbed some microwave energy and should NOT be
used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.
Paper Products and Freezer Wrap
Waxed paper, paper plates, cups and napkins should
not be used for heating or cooking food. Freezer wrap
should not be used as it is not heat resistant and
may melt. Paper towel, greaseproof paper and bake
paper may be safely used for short periods of time for
covering or lining.
Glass, Ceramic and China
Heat-Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in
microwave cooking. Many of these items are readily
available in most homes: glass jugs, mixing bowls, loaf
dishes, covered casseroles, oblong baking dishes, pie
plates and round or square cake dishes. Examples of
this type of cookware are Pyrex® and Corningware®.
Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating.
Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe.
Check the care information for reference to microwave
use for dinnerware and serving pieces. If dinnerware
is marked ovenproof, it frequently is safe to use in
the microwave oven. However, to be sure, check by
conducting microwave dish test previously mentioned.
Several types of glassware and dinnerware are not
recommended for use in the microwave oven. Do not
use dishes with metallic trim or containers with metal
parts. Do not use cups or mugs with glued on handles,
as they may fall off with continued heating. Do not use
delicate glassware. Although the glassware may be
transparent to microwave energy the heat from the
food may cause the glassware to crack.

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Cookware and Utensils Guide (continued)
Plastics
Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers
should be used with care in a microwave oven.
Choose plastic containers carefully, as some plastic
containers may become soft, melt and may scorch.
The majority of plastic dishes, even those designed
for use in the microwave oven, are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat or sugar content, or for
lengthy cooking times. Most microwave plastic dishes
should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes
on High power. These dishes, although not suitable
for extended cooking, may be used successfully for
defrosting or for use on lower power levels.
Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling, freezing,
or conventional heating are microwave safe. Prepare
bags according to manufacturer’s directions. When
cooking by microwave, DO NOT use wire twist-ties
to close bag. They can act as an antenna and cause
arcing (sparks).
DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE
BAGS.
Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP® can be used
to cover dishes in most recipes. Over an extended
heating time, some disfiguration of the wrap may
occur. When removing plastic wrap “covers”, as well
as any glass lid, be careful to remove it away from you
to avoid steam burns.
Loosen plastic but let dish stand, covered.
Jars and Bottles
Jars and bottles can be used to warm food to serving
temperature, if the lid is removed first. Cooking should
not be done in these containers since most are not
heat resistant and during extended heating times, heat
from food would cause cracking or breaking.
Metal
Metal cookware or utensils, or those with metallic
trim, should NOT be used in the microwave. Since
microwave energy is reflected by metal, foods in
metal containers will not cook evenly. There is also a
possibility of “arcing”.
Although metal utensils should be avoided in
microwave cooking, some metal can be helpful when
used correctly.
Aluminum foil can be used safely, if certain guidelines
are followed, to prevent overcooking. Small pieces of
foil are used to shield areas such as chicken wings,
tips of roasts, or other thin parts that cook before
the rest of the recipe is finished. Make sure foil is
attached securely and doesn’t touch sides of oven,
otherwise arcing may occur. Foil lined containers,
either cardboard or plastic, should NOT be used in the
microwave oven as arcing could occur.
Metal twist-ties, either paper or plastic coated, should
NOT be used in the microwave oven. Frozen dinner
trays can be used in the microwave, if the container
is no deeper than 2 cm and is filled with food. Metal
skewers can not be used in microwave ovens as
arcing may occur. Wooden skewers are readily
available and give the same result.
Shells: Scalloped baking shells are best used during
reheating and for short periods of cooking time only.
Thermometers are available for use in microwave
ovens. DO NOT USE CONVENTIONAL MERCURY
TYPE CANDY OR MEAT THERMOMETERS in food
while cooking in the microwave oven.
Straw, Wicker and Wood
Straw and wicker baskets may be used in the
microwave oven for short periods of time to warm
rolls or bread. Large wooden utensils, such as bowls
or cutting boards should NOT be used for prolonged
heating as the microwave energy may cause the wood
to become dry and brittle.

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Feature Diagram
Waveguide Cover
Do not remove. It is not packaging
material and must remain in place.
Door Safety
Lock System
Door Safety
Lock System
Power Supply
Plug
Control Panel
The control panels are covered with• removable protective film to prevent
scratches during shipping. Small
bubbles may appear under this film.
When this happens, remove film
carefully.
(Hint - apply masking or clear tape to
an exposed corner and pull gently to
remove.)
Door Handle
Lift handle to open the door. Opening the door
during cooking will stop the cooking process without
cancelling the program. Cooking resumes as soon
as the door is closed and Start Pad is pressed. It
is quite safe to open the door at any time during a
cooking program and there is no risk of Microwave
exposure.
Oven Window with
Vapor Barrier Film
(do not remove)
Roller Ring
The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent1. excessive noise and scratching of painted surface.
The Roller Ring must always be used together with the Glass Tray for cooking.2.
Identification Plate
The model number
and serial number are
displayed here.
Oven Air Vents
NOTE:
The above illustration is for reference only.
Display
Window
Internal
Air Vents
Internal
Air Vents
Caution
Lable
Power Supply
Cord
Glass Tray
Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in place.1. Only use the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute another Glass Tray.2. If Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.3. Do not4. cook directly on Glass Tray. Always place food on a microwave-safe dish, or on a rack set in
a microwave-safe dish.
If food or utensil on Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will5. automatically rotate in opposite direction. This is normal.
Glass Tray can rotate in either direction.6.

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Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL
(1) Display Window
(2) Power Level Pad (pg. 9)
(3) Time Pad
(4) Turbo Defrost Pad (pg. 12)
(5) Auto Cook Pads (pg. 14)
(6) Serving/Weight Pads
(7) Timer/Clock Pad (pg. 8, 17)
(8) Stop/Reset Pad
Before cooking: One tap clears all your
instructions.
During cooking: One tap temporarily stops
the cooking process. Another tap cancels
all your instructions and colon or time of day
appears in the Display Window.
(9) Start Pad
One tap allows oven to begin functioning. If
door is opened or Stop/Reset Pad is pressed
once during oven operation, Start Pad must
again be pressed to restart oven.
Beep Sound
When pad is pressed correctly, a beep sound will be heard. If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the unit
does not or cannot accept the instruction. The oven will beep twice between programmed stages.At the end of
any complete programme, the oven will beep five times.
NOTE:
If an operation is set and Start Pad is not pressed, after 6 minutes, the oven will automatically cancel the
operation. The display will revert back to clock or colon mode.
(1)
(2)
(4)
(8)
(3)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(9)

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To Set Clock
To Use Child Safety Lock
You can use the oven without setting the clock.
Press
1 twice
Colon will blink in Display Window.
Enter Time of Day
2
Enter time of day using Time Pads e.g. 12:35
Clock is a 12 hour display. There isn’t a.m. or p.m. setting.
Time appears in the Display Window, colon is blinking.
Verify time of day in the Display Window.
Press
3
Colon stops blinking; time of day is entered and locked into Display Window.
NOTES: 1. Oven will not operate while colon is still blinking.
2. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through 3.
3. The clock will keep the time of day as long as oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
4. Maximum time available is 12:59. Clock is 12 hour only. One o’clock will be displayed as 1:00
not 13:00.
This feature allows you to prevent operation of the oven by a young child; however, the door will open.
You can set Child Safety Lock when colon or time of day is displayed.
NOTE: To set or cancel child safety lock, Start pad or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10
seconds.
12 times 3 times 5 times
To set
Colon or time of day is displayed Press 3 times. Display Window
or
To cancel
Colon or time of day is displayedPress 3 times.Display Window
or

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To Cook/Reheat/Defrost by Micro Power and Time
Plug in
1
Plug into a properly earthed electrical outlet.
Open Door
2
Open the door and place container with food in a dish on Glass Tray in the oven. Then close the door.
Select Power Level
3
Press Micro Power pad until your desired power level appears in the Display Window. (see chart below)
eg. MEDIUM-HIGH
Press Power Level Pad twice.
Note: When selecting High Power on the first stage, you can start from step 4.
Set Time
4
e.g. 1 minute 30 seconds
Press Time Pads
Note: For High Power, up to 30 minutes. For other Power, up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds for a single stage.
Press
5
Cooking will start.
The time in the Display Window will count down.
For more than one stage cooking,
Repeat steps 3 & 4 above then press Start. The maximum number of stages for cooking is 3. The oven will
beep twice between stages. (For further information, refer to page 16)
Micro Power:
The Power Level Pad gives you a selection of different power levels representing decreasing amounts of
microwave energy, used for cooking foods at different speeds.
e.g.The lower the micro power setting, the more evenly the food cooks, although it will take a little longer.
To select the correct power level for cooking different foods, refer to the chart below.
Press POWER LEVEL WATTAGE EXAMPLE OF USE
1 tap HIGH 800W
Boil water. Cook fresh fruit, vegetables, rice, pasta and noodles.
2 taps MEDIUM-HIGH 550W Cook poultry, meat, cakes, desserts. Heat milk.
3 taps MEDIUM 400W Cook pot roasts, casseroles and meatloaves, melt chocolate.
Cook eggs and cheeses. Cook fish.
4 taps DEFROST 220W Thaw foods.
5 taps LOW 110W Keep cooked foods warm, simmer slowly.
Press
once 3 times

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To Reheat by Micro Power and Time
Reheat by Setting Power and Time - Frozen Pre-cooked Foods
FROZEN ITEM
(Pre-cooked) POWER TIME
(in minutes) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
BREAD &
BAKED PRODUCT
Bread 1 slice
1 loaf
6 rolls
HIGH
HIGH
MEDIUM
10 - 15 sec
2 - 4
1 - 2
Do not let bread get hot, or it will become
rubbery and dry out. Remove whole loaf from
original wrapper.
Place on paper towel to absorb moisture.
Cheesecake (600 g) DEFROST 2 - 3 Remove from container. Defrost on plate.
Muffins - 4 (350 g) HIGH 2 - 3 Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Scones - 6 (400 g) MEDIUM 1 - 2 Defrost on paper lined plate. Stand 2 minutes.
PIES
Fruit Pie (500 g) DEFROST
then
HIGH
6 - 8
4 - 6
Remove from foil container and place
uncovered into a pie dish.
Meat Pie (300 g) DEFROST
then
MEDIUM
4 - 6
2 - 3
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Pizza (350 g) HIGH 5 - 7 Remove from package and place onto paper
towel or follow manufacturer’s instructions.
FROZEN MEAL
Fish in Sauce (200 g) MEDIUM 6 - 7 Pierce corner of bag. Heat on a plate.
Frozen Casserole
(serves 2) MEDIUM 4 - 6 Pierce pouch. Heat on a plate or bowl.
Lasagne (300 g) MEDIUM 10 - 12 Remove from foil container, place into serving
dish.
Plate Food DEFROST
then
HIGH
3 - 4
2 - 3
Arrange food evenly on a dinner plate. Add
butter or gravy where desired. Cover plate
with plastic wrap.
TV style dinner (400 g) MEDIUM 8 - 10 Remove foil cover and replace with plastic
wrap.
Vegetables & Sauce
(in the bag) (400 g)MEDIUM 8 - 10 Pierce corner of bag. Heat on a plate.
MISCELLANEOUS
Chicken Pieces (500 g) DEFROST
then
HIGH
5 - 7
6 - 8
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Croissants - 4 (250 g) MEDIUM 2 - 3 Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Fish Fingers - 8
(200 g)DEFROST then
HIGH
3 - 5
2 - 3
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Sausage Rolls (250 g)MEDIUM 3 - 5 Place onto paper towel lined plate.

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Reheating Tips and Techniques
IMPORTANT POINTS TO CONSIDER
WHEN REHEATING COLD FOODS
STARTING TEMPERATURE —
Foods taken from the refrigerator will take longer to
reheat than foods from room temperature.
Quantity —
One serving heats faster than several servings. When
heating large quantities, stir food to ensure even
heating. It is quicker to heat individual plates of food
than large quantities in a casserole dish.
Plated Dinners —
Arrange foods with the most dense items towards
the outside of the plate. Cover meats with sauces/
gravies if desired, spread out mashed potatoes or rice
so it heats more evenly. When assembling plates of
leftover foods, use foods which have a similar starting
temperature.
Covering Foods —
Most foods need to be covered with one sheet of
absorbent paper towel to hold in the heat and prevent
splattering without steaming. When more moisture is
desired, cover with plastic wrap.
Heating —
Reheating is usually done on High, however, if food
has a more delicate texture, like a baked custard, a
lower power setting should be used. Medium for a little
longer will be gentler on the food. An average plate
of food would generally take 1 to 3 minutes to heat
depending on the density of the food. Place it in for the
minimum time and add extra heating time if required.
Ensure food is hot by feeling the bottom of the plate in
the centre. If the plate is cool, food may be warm but
will lose heat quickly as the plate will absorb the heat
and taste cold when served.
If food is not heated enough, consumption may cause
illness.
Elevation —
Elevate pastries and breads on a small plastic rack
with paper towel under the food to prevent it from
becoming soggy.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN
REHEATING FOODS FROM THE FREEZER
VOLUME —
The greater the volume and the more dense the item,
the longer it takes to reheat. E.g. frozen cake will take
less time than frozen casserole.
LARGE VOLUME —
Large, dense, frozen precooked foods are best
thawed on defrost until icy in the centre then heated
on Medium-High. This prevents overcooking of the
edges. Stirring is often needed to distribute heat
evenly.
Commercial frozen foods —
These foods should be removed from their foil
containers if possible and placed into suitable
microwave safe containers. If a foil container is used
in the microwave oven it shouldn’t be more than 4 cm
high and must not touch the interior of the microwave
oven. Remove the cover from the tray and replace
with paper towel or plastic wrap to prevent splattering.
Foods to be served at room temperature —
For best results, defrost for a short time and allow to
stand to complete thawing, e.g. frozen cake.
Vacuum sealed pouches —
Pierce pouches, bags before heating to allow steam to
escape. This prevents bursting.
Containers —
Use dishes about the same volume of the food or
slightly larger to allow for stirring. Remove or release
snap seal lids other wise they will pop during heating
and may disfigure.
Pies and pastries —
Pies and pastries that contain raw pastry and filling
cannot be cooked in the microwave oven. Precooked
products can be thawed and heated. Place them on
a sheet of paper towel and elevate on plastic rack
for best results. For added crispness place under the
grill or in a hot oven for few minutes. Pastry items can
become tough and rubbery if overheated, remember
to allow 5 minutes standing then test before adding
extra heating time.

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To Defrost
To Defrost using Turbo Defrost
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood automatically by just setting the weight of the food.
Set Weight
1
The shape and size of the food will determine the maximum weight the oven can accommodate. The
recommended maximum weight of food depends on the oven cavity size. Weight must be programmed in
kilograms and tenths of a kilogram (max 2.0 kg). For best results, the minimun recommended weight is
0.2 kg.
Press
2
Defrost time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.
NOTE:
The oven will beep once or twice during the total defrosting time. This indicates that food should be turned,
broken apart or removed. After attending to food, close door and press Start to resume defrosting.
For further information, refer to next page.
To Defrost by Micro Power and Time Setting
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood by Defrost and time.
Enter weight.
step 1 step 2 step 3
PressPress 4 times to select Defrost • Set time according to chart on next page.

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Defrosting Tips and Techniques
Preparation for Freezing:
Heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags and freezer wrap are suitable.1. Freeze meats, poultry and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. To aid in separating layers, place2. two pieces of wax paper between them.
REMOVE ALLAIR and seal securely.3. LABEL package with type and cut of meat, date and weight.4. Defrosting times given in the charts are for thoroughly frozen foods (i.e. at least 24 hours in freezer5. maintained at -18°C or lower).
Defrosting Technique:
Remove from wrapper and set on a defrosting rack in a dish on Glass Tray.1. On Turbo Defrost, the oven will beep during the defrosting time. At “beep”, turn over all meat, poultry, fish2. and shellfish. Break apart stewing meat, chicken pieces and minced meat. Separate chops and hamburger
patties.Shield thin ends of roasts, poultry legs and wings, fat or bones with foil.
Throughout the defrosting time, remove any defrosted portions of mince or cubed meat, etc.3. After defrosting, large roasts may still be icy in the centre. Let stand, 15 to 30 minutes, in refrigerator to4. complete defrosting.
Defrosting Chart (by setting Micro Power at Defrost):
FOOD APPROX. TIME
(minutes per 500 g)INSTRUCTION
MEAT
Beef
Minced Beef
Roast: Topside
Beef Tenderloin
Chuck or Rump
Sirloin, rolled
Steak
Miscellaneous
Pork/Lamb
Roast
Chops
Ribs
8 - 11
12 - 15
12 - 15
10 - 13
11 - 14
8 - 10
8 - 12
9 - 12
8 - 11
8 - 12
Halfway through the defrost cycle, break apart
minced beef, separate chops and remove meat that
is defrosted.
Turn meat over two to three times during defrosting.
Shield edges and unevenly shaped ends of roasts
halfway through the defrost cycle.
Large roasts may still be icy in centre. Let stand.
POULTRY
Chicken
whole
pieces
fillets
Duck
Turkey
9 - 12
8 - 11
8 - 10
10 - 12
10 - 13
Turn poultry over two to four times during defrosting.
Halfway through the defrost cycle, shield end of
drumsticks, wings, breast bones and ends of poultry
with foil.
Break apart chicken pieces and remove small pieces
such as wings, which may be defrosted before larger
pieces.
Rinse poultry under cold water to remove ice crystals.
Let stand 5 to 10 minutes, before cooking.
FISH & SHELLFISH
Fish Fillets
Whole Fish
Crabmeat
Lobster Tails
Sea Scallops
Green Prawns
9 - 11
9 - 12
8 - 10
8 - 10
8 - 10
10 - 12
Halfway through the defrost cycle, turn whole fish
or blocks of fillets over. Also, break apart prawns or
scallops. Remove any pieces that are defrosted.
Let stand, 5 to 10 minutes, before cooking.

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To Cook/Reheat Food Using Auto Cook
This feature allows you to cook foods without selecting times and Power Level. Only set desired menu number
and Serving/Weight, the oven will cook your food automatically.
Select desired menu number
1
Press the Auto Cook pad until the desired menu number appears in the display window. (see below chart)
eg.:
Select desired Serving/Weight
2
Press the Serving/Weight pad until the desired number of weight appears in the display window. (see below
chart)
Menu number Category Serving/Weight Pad
1 tap 2 taps 3 taps 4 taps
1 Auto Reheat 200 g400 g600 g800 g
2 Vegetables 120 g180 g250 g370 g
3 Frozen Vegetables 150 g300 g450 g600 g
4 Potatoes 200 g400 g600 g—
5 Fresh Pasta 150 g250 g375 g—
6 Dried Pasta 150 g250 g375 g—
7 Casserole Rice 100 g200 g300 g—
8 Fish 100 g200 g300 g400 g
9 Chicken 200 g400 g600 g800 g
Press
3
The time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.
For best results on Auto Cook, follow these recommendations:
Auto Reheat
Suitable for casseroles, plated dinners, soups, stews,
pasta dishes (except lasagne), and canned food.
All foods must be pre-cooked and reheated from
room temperature or refrigerator temperature. Do
not reheat bread or pastry products; raw; uncooked
or frozen foods; or beverages on this setting. Foods
weighting less than 200 gand more than 800 gshould
be reheated by Micro Power and Time only.
Foods should be placed in a suitable size microwave
safe bowl and completely covered with plastic wrap.
Add 1-4 tbsp of water for desired. When cooking
larger quantities of food, the oven will ‘beep’ to prompt
you to stir the foods. At the end of the cooking time,
stir and let stand for 3 to 5 minutes.
Vegetables
Suitable for cooking a variety of fresh vegetables. All
vegetables should be trimmed or prepared and cut into
even size pieces. Place prepared vegetables into a
suitable size microwave-safe casserole and add 2-4 tbsp
of water for desired.
Cover with a well fitting lid. When
cooking larger quantities of vegetables, the oven will
‘beep’ to prompt you to stir the foods. At the end of
the cooking time, let it covered and stand for 3 to 5
minutes.
Frozen Vegetables
Suitable for all types of frozen vegetables, like frozen
peas, sweetcorn or mixed vegetables. Place prepared
vegetables into
a suitable size microwave-safe casserole
and add 2-6 tbsp of water for desired.
Cover with a well
fitting lid. Stir after the beep sounds. At the end of
cooking, let it covered and stand for 3 to 5 minutes.
Press once - 2 is displayed
twice - 3 is displayed
three times - 4 is displayed
four times - 5 is displayed

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To Cook/Reheat Food Using Auto Cook(continued)
Potatoes
Suitable for cooking potatoes. Pare potatoes well
and cut into
even size pieces . Place in a suitable size
microwave safe casserole. Cover with a well fitting lid.
Stir after beep sounds.
Fresh Pasta
Suitable for cooking a variety of fresh pastas.Place
them into a suitable sized microwave safe casserole
with boiling water. Allow at least ½ depth of volume for
evaporation to prevent boiling over. Use the following
as a guide:
Fresh Pasta Recommended
Boiling Water Dish Size
150 g3 cups 3 litre
250 g4 cups 3.5 litre
370 g5 cups 4 litre
(It may be necessary to adjust the amount of water to
your personal preference.)
Do not cover with lid. Do not cook in plastic
containers unless suitable for high temperature
cooking. Stir after beep sounds. Allow pasta to stand
for 5 to 10 minutes after cooking if required then drain.
Dried Pasta
Suitable for cooking a variety of dried pastas.Place
them into a suitable sized microwave safe casserole
with boiling water. Allow at least ½ depth of volume for
evaporation to prevent boiling over. Add a little oil if
desired. Use the following as a guide:
Dried Pasta Recommended
Boiling Water Dish Size
150 g4 cups 3 litre
250 g5 cups 3.5 litre
370 g6 cups 4 litre
(It may be necessary to adjust the amount of water to
your personal preference.)
Only cover with lid at stage 1. Do not cook in plastic
containers unless suitable for high temperature
cooking. Stir after beep sounds. Allow pasta to stand
for 5 to 10 minutes after cooking if required then drain.
Casserole Rice
Suitable for cooking white rice including short grain,
long grain, Jasmine and Basmati. Place washed rice
with recommended amount of cold water in a suitable
sized casserole. Allow at least ½ depth of volume for
evaporation to prevent boiling over. Use the following
as a guide:
Rice Recommended Water Dish Size
100 g150 ml 3 litre
200 g300 ml 3 litre
300 g450 ml 4.5 litre
(It may be necessary to adjust the amount of water to
your personal preference.)
Cover with a well fitting lid. Do not cook in plastic
containers unless suitable for high temperature
cooking. Stand rice for 5 to 10 minutes after cooking,
if necessary. This setting is not suitable for cooking
brown rice.
Fish
Suitable for cooking whole fish and fish fillets. Select
fish suitable for microwave cooking and place in a
single layer in a shallow microwave safe dish, with
skin-side down. Add butter, spices, herbs, or lemon
juice to flavor. Overlap thin edges of fillets to prevent
overcooking. If stuffing whole fish with seasoning,
cooking time may need to be extended. Use the
following as a guide:
Fish Recommended sauce and little water
100 g1 tbsp sauce and little water
200 g2 tbsp sauce and little water
300 g3 tbsp sauce and little water
400 g4 tbsp sauce and little water
(It may be necessary to adjust the amount of water or
sauce to your personal preference.)
Shield the eye and tail area of whole fish with small
amounts of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking.
Cover dish securely with plastic wrap. Allow large
amounts of fish to stand for 3 to 5 minutes after
cooking before serving.
Note: (thickness of fish should not be more than 3 cm)
Chicken
It is suitable for cooking chicken pieces such as wings,
drumsticks, thighs, half breasts etc. Pierce the chicken
pieces well with fork before cooking. Place prepared
chicken pieces in a suitable size microwave safe
casserole. Add 1-5 tbsp oil if desired. Cover with well
fitting lid. Stir after beep sounds.

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3-Stages Setting
This feature allows you to program 3 Stages of cooking continuously.
E.g.: Continually set [High Power] 2 minutes, [Medium Power] 3 minutes and [Low Power] 2 minutes.
NOTES:
When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage.1. This feature is not available for Turbo Defrost, Auto Cook and Reheat function.2.
INGREDIENT CONVERSION CHART
INGREDIENT CONVERSION CHART
1⁄4cup 60 ml 1⁄4teaspoon 1 ml
1⁄3cup 85 ml 1⁄2teaspoon 2 ml
1⁄2cup 125 ml 1 teaspoon 5 ml
2⁄3cup 165 ml 2 teaspoons 10 ml
3⁄4cup 190 ml 3 teaspoons 15 ml
1 cup 250 ml 1 tablespoon 20 ml
11⁄4cups 310 ml 11⁄2tablespoons 30 ml
11⁄2cups 375 ml 2 tablespoons 40 ml
2 cups 500 ml 3 tablespoons 60 ml
3 cups 750 ml 4 tablespoons 80 ml
31⁄2cups 875 ml
4 cups 1 litre
6 cups 1.5 litre
8 cups 2 litre
All recipes are tested using standard measurement that appear in the above chart.
1. Press once to select
“High power”.
5. Press 5 times to select
“Low power”.
3. Press 3 times to select
“Medium power”.
2. Set as 2 minutes using
Time Pad.
4. Set as 3 minutes using
Time Pad.
6. Set as 2 minutes using
Time Pad.
7. Press once. The time will count
down at the first stage in the display
window.
twice
twice three times

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To Use Timer
This feature allows you to paogram standing after cooking is completed and to program the oven as a minute or
10 seconds timer or program delay start.
To Use as a Kitchen Timer
To Set Standing Time
To Set Delay Start
NOTES:
If oven door is opened during the Standing Time, Delay Start or Kitchen Timer, the time in the Display1. Window will continue to count down.
Delay Start/Standing Time cannot be programmed before/after any Auto Control function. This is to prevent2. the standing temperature of the food from rising before defrosting or cooking begins. A change in the starting
temperature could cause inaccurate results and/or food may deteriorate.
When using Standing time or Delay time, it’s up to 2 Power stages.3.
Press Start.
Delayed time will
count down without
oven operating. Then
cooking will start.
Set the desired
cooking programme.
(see Page 9)
Set desired amount
of delay time.
(up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds)
Press once.
Set desired amount
of standing time.
(up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds)
Press Start.
Cooking will start. After
cooking, standing time
will count down without
oven operating.
Press once.
Set the desired
cooking programme.
(see Page 9)
Press once. Set desired amount of time.
(up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds) Press Start. Time will count down
without oven operating.

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Microwave Recipe Techniques
Microwaves penetrate the surface of the food to a
depth of about two to three centimetres and then
the heat is gradually conducted in a random pattern.
Some parts of food matter cook faster than others.
Special microwave techniques are used to promote
fast and even cooking. Some of these techniques
are similar to those used in conventional cooking, but
because microwaves produce heat very quickly the
following techniques are extremely important. It’s a
must for you to be familiar with the following tips.
Food Characteristics
Size and Quantity
Small portions cook faster than large portions. As
you increase the quantity of food you put into the
microwave oven, you must also increase your cooking
time. The microwave oven has the same power
regardless of quantity; thus the power is divided
between more items and so it takes longer to cook.
As a general guide, if you double the quantity of food
suggested in the recipe, add half the time suggested
again.
Liquid Content
Low moisture foods take a shorter time to cook than
foods with a lot of moisture.
Shape
Uniform sizes cook more evenly. To compensate for
irregular shapes, place thin pieces towards the centre
of the dish and thicker pieces towards the outer edge
of the dish.
Bone and Fat
Bones conduct heat and cause the meat next to
them to be heated more quickly. Large amounts of fat
absorb microwave energy and the meat next to these
areas may overcook.
Starting Temperature
Food which has been sitting at room temperature
takes less time to cook than refrigerated or frozen
food.
Density and Composition
Porous, airy foods (cakes and breads) take less
time to cook than heavy compacted foods (meat and
vegetables). Recipes high in fat and sugar content
cook more quickly.
Techniques for Preparation
Timing
A range of cooking times is given in each recipe for
two reasons. First, to allow for the uncontrollable
differences in food shapes, starting temperatures and
personal preferences. Secondly, these allow for the
differences in electrical voltage input which changes
during peak load periods. Always remember that it is
easier to add time to undercooked food. Once the food
is overcooked, nothing can be done. For each recipe,
an approximate cooking time is given.
Stirring
Stirring is often necessary during microwave cooking.
We have noted when stirring is helpful in the recipes.
Always bring the outside edges towards the centre
and the centre portions to the outside.
Rearranging or Turning
Some foods should be turned in the container during
cooking. For example, because of the different
thicknesses in the breast and back sections of poultry,
it is a good idea to turn poultry over once to ensure
more even cooking.
Rearranging or turning over uneven shaped food in
the dish should be done as suggested to ensure a
satisfactory result. Rearrange small items such as
chicken pieces, prawns, hamburger patties, steak or
chops. Rearrange pieces from the centre to the edge
of the dish.
Cooking in Layers
Cooking in layers is not always successful as it takes
twice as long to cook a single layer and cooking may
be uneven. You can successfully reheat two dinner
plates of food at one time but remember to increase
the reheating time and use a microwave warming
rack.
Piercing of Foods
Pierce the skin or membrane of foods when cooked
whole in the microwave oven. This allows steam to
escape. If the skin has not been pierced, food may
burst.
Cured Meats
Cured meats may overcook in some areas due to the
high concentration of salts used in the curing process.
So take care when cooking different brands of bacon
as cooking times may vary slightly.