Panasonic Sonic Steamer NE-3280 User manual

Operating
Instructions
(Original instructions)
Model No. NE-3280/NE-1880
3200/1800 Watts Microwave Oven
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven and keep for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .....................................................1
Important Safety Instructions ..........................................2–8
Care of Your Microwave Oven..........................................8–9
Types of Container to Use ..........................................10–11
How Does the Microwave Work? ........................................12
Before Use .........................................................13
Outline Diagram .....................................................14
How to Operate
A. MANUAL HEATING Single stage heating .........................15
2 or 3 stages heating.........................16
B. PROGRAMMED HEATING......................................17
C. PROGRAMMING MEMORY PADS Single stage heating .............18
2 or 3 stages heating.............19
D. PROGRAM LOCK ............................................20
E. BEEP TONE .................................................21
F. PROGRAM LIST..............................................22
G. CYCLE COUNTER............................................22
Before Cooking......................................................23
Cooking/Defrosting Guide ..........................................24–25
Self Diagnostics Failure Code Explanation.................................26
Technical Specifications ...............................................26
This product is an equipment that fulfills the European standard for EMC disturbances
(EMC = Electromagnetic Compatibility) EN 55011. According to this standard this product is an
equipment of group 2, class B and is within required limits. Group 2 means that radio-frequency energy is
intentionally generated in the form of electromagnetic radiation for warming and cooking of food.
Class B means that this product may be used in normal household areas.
Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation, 1006 Oaza Kadoma,
Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan
Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre,
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg,
Germany

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INSTALLATION
EXAMINE YOUR OVEN
Unpack the oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven
for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the
door. Notify the dealer immediately if the unit is damaged. DO NOT
install it if the unit is damaged.
REMOVAL OF PROTECTIVE FILM
A protective film is used to prevent scratching of the outer case during
transportation. Peel this film off before installation or use.
ATTACH CAUTION LABEL.
If a caution label is enclosed with your oven, please attach it to the top
of the appliance before using.
EARTHING
IMPORTANT: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLY EARTHED.
When an outlet is not earthed, it is personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly earthed
outlet.
This appliance must be connected to an outlet having a rated current greater than 13 amps. A 13 amp, B.S.
1363 plug and socket is, therefore, not suitable. It is recommended that this unit should be installed by a
professional contractor, as the installation wiring should be in accordance with current IEE regulations and
connected to the circuit with all poles having a disconnection of at least 3 mm.
VOLTAGE AND POWER WARNING
The voltage used must be the same as specified on the microwave
oven. Using a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous,
and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage.
Do not plug your oven in via an extension 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 during use. Do not allow the cord to
be in contact with the back of the appliance or cabinet surface.
CAUTION
The rear panel of model NE-3280 can become hot – take care when
handling.
Important Safety Instructions

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PLACEMENT OF THE OVEN
Locate the oven on a surface which is flat and stable. Do not place the
oven in a hot or damp place;
e.g. near a gas or electric range. Do not operate the oven when the
room temperature is higher than 40°C and/or the humidity is more than
85%. Free airflow around the oven is important.
There is a possibility of a small amount of interference with weak
broadcast signals if the microwave oven is too close to a radio or TV.
For safe and efficient operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow
to the air vents i.e. 5 cm at the side and rear; 20 cm at the top.
Do not install the appliance at heights above 1.6 m and, also, less than 0.8 m.
The oven must be placed for easy access to the control panel and door
and, also, for easy access to be able to disconnect power or shut off
power by fuse or circuit breaker.
An external equipotential bonding conductor is provided at the back
side of the oven and it is marked by this symbol.
GUARANTEE CARD
Fill out and post the pre-addressed guarantee card.
Sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A weighted).
WARNING
1. If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
2. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred
or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption, in
order to avoid burns.
3. Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers
since they are liable to explode.
4. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive
boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
5. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry
out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a
cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
1. To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or
excessive microwave energy:
Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.
2. In order to maintain the high quality of the magnetron tubes and
other components, you are requested not to turn the oven on with
no food inside.
3. High voltages are present inside the cabinet. Repairs and
adjustments should be done only by qualified service personnel.
4. This microwave oven requires free airflow in the back for maximum
cooling efficiency. You should keep the air vents clear while cooking.
5. Do not dry clothes in the microwave oven since there is a possibility
of the clothes burning if left in the oven for too long of a time.
6. Use this microwave oven only for its intended use as described in
this manual.
7. Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not working properly, or if
it has been damaged or dropped.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not immerse the cord or plug in water.
10. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
11. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter.
12. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend microwave oven if paper,
plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
b) Remove wire twist-ties from bags before placing bag in oven.
c) If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed,
turn oven off at the wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.