Sharp Carousel R-1751 Use and care manual

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CONTENTS
To aid in reporting this microwave oven in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and
serial number located on the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future
reference.
MODELNUMBER _____________________ SERIALNUMBER _______________
DATEOFPURCHASE____________________
DEALER__________________________ TELEPHONE __________________
SERVICER_________________________ TELEPHONE __________________
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation can result
in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the
safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or cleaner
residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door close
properly and that there is no damage to the: (1) door (bent), (2) hinges and latches (broken
or loosened), (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service
personnel.
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
TO PHONE :
DIAL 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for :
SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)
PARTS (for your authorized parts distributor)
ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION
DIAL 1-800-642-2122 for :
ACCESSORIES and COOKBOOK
TO WRITE :
Sharp Electronics Corporation
Customer Assistance Center
1300 Naperville Drive
Romeoville, IL 60446-1091
Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial number, date of purchase,
your complete mailing address (including zip code), your daytime telephone number (including area code) and
description of the problem.
TO ACCESS INTERNET : www.sharp-usa.com

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CONTENTS
2 For Customer Assistance
2 Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure
to Excessive Microwave Energy
3Contents
4 Consumer Limited Warranty
4 Product Information Card
5 Important Safety Instructions
6 Unpacking Instructions
6Optional Accessories
6 Grounding Instructions
7-9 Information You Need to Know
7About Your Oven
7About Food
8About Utensils and Coverings
8About Children and the Microwave
9About Microwave Cooking
9About Safety
9-10 Part Names
11-12 Introduction to Touch Screen
12-14 Before Operating
13 To Set The Clock
14 Stop/Clear
14-16 Manual Operation
14 High Power Cooking
15 Variable Power Cooking
15 Multiple Sequence Cooking
16 Manual Defrost
16-17 One Touch Sensor
17 Reheat / Popcorn / Baked Potatoes
17 One Touch Sensor Cooking Chart
18-19 6x6 No Guess Cooking
18 Vegetables
18 Meats-Poultry-Fish/Seafood-Frozen Foods-
Pasta/Grains
19 6x6 No Guess Cooking Chart
20 -25 More From Your Microwave 6x6
20 Breakfast Bar / Lunch On The Run
20 Breakfast Bar / Lunch On The Run Chart
21 One Dish Dinners-Low Calorie Entrees
Supper Soups And Sauces-
Delicious Desserts
22 Recipes for One Dish Dinners
23 Recipes for Low Calorie Entrees
24 Recipes for Supper Soups And Sauces
25 Recipes for Delicious Desserts
26-28 Defrost 3+6
26 Super Defrost
26 Super Defrost Chart
27 CompuDefrost
27 CompuDefrost Chart
28 Beverage Center
28 Keep Warm
29 Fan Options
29 Light Options
30 Turntable On/Off
31-32 Set Up
31 1. Clock
31 2. Auto Start
32 3. Sound Adjustment
32 4. Child Lock
32 5. Video Demo
32 6. Screen Contrast
32 -34 Other Convenient Features
32 Minute Plus
33 Minute Plus+
33 Kitchen Timer
34 More or Less Time Adjustment
35 Cleaning and Care
36 Replacing Parts
36 Oven Light
36 Work Light and Night Light
36 Charcoal Filter
37 Specifications
37 THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY
38 COOKBOOK ORDER FORM
38 Service Call Check
39-40 Quick Reference
39 One Touch Sensor
39 6x6 No Guess Cooking
39 More From Your Microwave 6x6
39 Beverage Center
39 Defrost 3+6
39 Set Up
40 Auto-Touch Guide

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PRODUCT INFORMATION CARD
The product information card should be completed within ten days of purchase and returned. We will keep it on
file and help you access the information in case of loss, damage or theft. This will also enable us to contact you in
the unlikely event that any adjustments or modifications are ever required for your oven.
TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION,
CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP OR VISIT www.sharp-usa.com.
SAVE THE PROOF OF PURCHASE AS IT IS NEEDED SHOULD YOUR OVEN EVER REQUIRE WARRANTY SERVICE.
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand
product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and
materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part
thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s)
set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set
forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to
misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below
and provide proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchas-
ers by law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET
FORTH BELOW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than
those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described above on
behalf of Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the
sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of
time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the
purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on
contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible,
for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by
anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental
or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAYALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
Your Product Model Number
& Description:
Warranty Period for
this Product:
Additional Item(s) Excluded from
Warranty Coverage (if any):
Where to Obtain Service:
R-1750, R-1751, R-1752 and R-1754 Home Use Carousel™Microwave
Oven. (Be sure to have this information available when you need service
for your Product.)
One (1) year parts and labor in-home service. The warranty period
continues for an additional six (6) years, for a total of seven (7) years,
with respect to the magnetron tube in the Product for parts only. Labor
and the servicer trip charge are not provided free of charge for this
additional period.
Non-functional accessories, turntable and light bulbs.
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located In the United States. Be sure
to have Proof of Purchase available. For in-home service, the servicer
will come to the unit’s location. If it is necessary to remove the unit for
repair, the servicer will reinstall the unit at no extra charge, provided it
was installed according to Sharp’s Installation Instructions. To find the
location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at
1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277).
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure
to excessive microwave energy:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRE-
CAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE
MICROWAVE ENERGY” on page 2.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect
only to properly grounded outlet. See
“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
on page 6 and INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
4. Install or locate this appliance only in
accordance with the provided installation
instructions.
5. Some products such as whole eggs and
sealed containers — for example, closed
glass jars — may explode and should not
be heated in this oven.
6. Use this appliance only for its intended
use as described in this manual. Do not
use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this
appliance. This type of oven is specifically
designed to heat, cook or dry food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.
7. As with any appliance, close supervision
is necessary when used by children.
8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
9. This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact near-
est Sharp Authorized Servicer for exami-
nation, repair or adjustment.
10. Do not cover or block any openings on the
appliance.
11.Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.
Do not use this product near water—for
example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet base-
mentor nearaswimming pool,and the like.
12. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter.
15. See door surface cleaning instructions on
page 35.
16. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven
cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend
appliance if paper, plastic or other com-
bustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or
plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
c. If materials inside the oven 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.
d. Do not use the cavity for storage pur-
poses. Do not leave paper products,
cooking utensils or food in the cavity
when not in use.
17. Clean ventilation openings and grease
filters frequently—Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on ventilation
openings, hood (louver) or grease filters.
18. Use care when cleaning the louver and the
grease filters. Corrosive cleaning agents,
such as lye-based oven cleaners, may
damage the louver and the grease filters.
19. When flaming foods under the hood, turn
the fan on.
20. This appliance is suitable for use above
both gas and electric cooking equipment
36" wide or less.

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Unpacking and Examining Your Oven
Open the bottom of the carton, bend the carton flaps back and tilt the oven over to rest on plasticfoam pad.
Lift carton off oven and remove all packing materials, Installation Instructions, Wall Template, Top Template,
Charcoal Filter, Turntable and Turntable Support. SAVE THE CARTON AS IT
MAY MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER.
1.Remove the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one.
2.DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER, which is located on the
ceiling in the oven cavity. Check to see that there are Installation Instructions,
Wall Template,Top Template and RK-230 Charcoal Filter, which is used when
recirculating is chosen. Read enclosures and SAVE the Operation Manual.
Check the oven for any damage, such as misaligned or bent door, damaged door
seals and sealing surfaces, broken or loose door hinges and latches and dents
inside the cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, do not operate the oven
and contact your dealer or SHARPAUTHORIZED SERVICER. See Installation Instructions for more details.
This appliance must be grounded. This oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding
plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
WARNING – Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Electrical Requirements
Check Installation Instructions for proper location for the power supply.
The electrical requirements are a 120 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. or more protected
electrical supply. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the oven be
provided.
The oven is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded. DO NOT UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PIN FROM THE PLUG.
Notes: 1. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions, consult a qualified electri-
cian or service person.
2. Neither Sharp nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the oven or personal injury result-
ing from failure to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.
Radio or TV Interference
Should there be any interference caused by the microwave oven to your radio or TV, check that the microwave
oven is on a different electrical circuit, relocate the radio or TV as far away from the oven as feasible or check
position and signal of receiving antenna.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Two optional accessories are available for this oven.
1.Charcoal Filter (RK-230). The filter packed in the oven is required when hood exhaust is recirculated.
See Charcoal Filter on page 36. To purchase a replacement Charcoal Filter, check with the dealer or call
1-800-642-2122. Have credit card ready.
2.Filler Panel Kit. For use when the oven is installed in a 36-inch or 42-inch wide opening. The metal filler
panels come in 3-inch wide pairs. One set is needed for a 36-inch opening and 2 sets for a 42-inch opening.
White and black are available.
To purchase contact: Modern-Aire Ventilating Corporation
7319 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91605
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT YOUR OVEN
When using the oven at power levels below 100%,
you may hear the magnetron cycling on and off.
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking.
Room humidity and the moisture in food will
influence the amount of moisture that condenses in
the oven. Generally, covered foods will not cause as
much condensation as uncovered ones. Vents on the
oven back must not be blocked.
The oven is for food preparation only. It should not
be used to dry clothes or newspapers.
Your oven is rated 1100 watts by using the IEC Test
Procedure. In using recipes or package directions,
check food a minute or two before the minimum time
and add time accordingly.
This Operation Manual is valuable: read it carefully
and always save it for reference.
A good microwave cookbook is a valuable asset.
Check it for microwave cooking principles,
techniques, hints and recipes. See pages 37 and 38
for ordering the Ultimate Accessory, the SHARP
CAROUSEL MICROWAVE COOKBOOK.
NEVER use the oven without the turntable and
support nor turn the turntable over so that a large dish
could be placed in the oven. The turntable will turn
both clockwise and counterclockwise. See page 30
for complete instructions.
ALWAYS have food in the oven when it is on to
absorb the microwave energy.
ABOUT FOOD
DON'T
DO
•Puncture egg yolks before cooking to
prevent “explosion”.
•Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash,
hot dogs and sausages so that steam es-
capes.
•Use specially bagged popcorn for the
microwave oven.
•Listen while popping corn for the pop-
ping to slow to 1 or 2 seconds or use
special Popcorn pad.
•Transfer baby food to small dish and
heat carefully, stirring often. Check
temperature before serving.
•Put nipples on bottles after heating and
shake thoroughly. “Wrist” test before
feeding.
•Cut baked goods with filling after heat-
ing to release steam and avoid burns.
•Stir liquids briskly before and after
heating to avoid “eruption”.
•Use deep bowl, when cooking liquids
or cereals, to prevent boilovers.
Eggs, sausages,
nuts, seeds,
fruits &
vegetables
Popcorn
Baby food
General
•Cook eggs in shells.
•Reheat whole eggs.
•Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
•Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or
glass bowls.
•Exceed maximum time on popcorn
package.
•Heat baby food in original jars.
•Heat disposable bottles.
•Heat bottles with nipples on.
•Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air
tight containers.
•Can in the microwave as harmful bacte-
ria may not be destroyed.
•Deep fat fry.
•Dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers.
•Operate the oven empty.
FOOD

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INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT UTENSILS AND COVERINGS
Children below the age of 7 should use the micro-
wave oven with a supervising person very near to
them. Between the ages of 7 and 12, the supervising
person should be in the same room.
The child must be able to reach the oven comfort-
ably; if not, he/she should stand on a sturdy stool.
At no time should anyone be allowed to lean or swing
on the oven door.
ABOUT CHILDREN AND THE MICROWAVE
Children should be taught all safety precautions: use
potholders, remove coverings carefully, pay special
attention to packages that crisp food because they may
be extra hot.
Don’t assume that because a child has mastered one
cooking skill he/she can cook everything.
Children need to learn that the microwave oven is
not a toy. See page 32 for Child Lock feature.
The following coverings are ideal:
•Paper towels are good for covering foods for
reheating and absorbing fat while cooking bacon.
•Wax paper can be used for cooking and reheating.
•Plastic wrap that is specially marked for microwave
use can be used for cooking and reheating. DO NOT
allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent so steam
can escape.
•Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice
because heat is kept near the food to hasten cooking.
•Ovencooking bags are good for largemeats or foods
that need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal twist ties.
Remember to slit bag so steam can escape.
Howtousealuminumfoilin your microwaveoven:
•Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly
on the food can be used to shield areas that are
either defrosting or cooking too quickly.
•Foil should not come closer than one inch to any
surface of the oven.
Should you have questions about utensils or
coverings, check a good microwave cookbook or
follow recipe suggestions.
ACCESSORIES There are many microwave
accessories available for purchase. Evaluate carefully
before you purchase so that they meet your needs.A
microwave-safe thermometer will assist you in
determining correct doneness and assure you that
foods have been cooked to safe temperatures. Sharp
is not responsible for any damage to the oven when
accessories are used.
It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many
pieces already in your kitchen can be used success-
fully in your new microwave oven.
Usetheseutensilsforsafemicrowavecooking and
reheating:
•glass ceramic (Pyroceram®), such as
Corningware®.
•heat-resistant glass (Pyrex®)
•microwave-safe plastics (some microwave-
safe plastics are not suitable for cooking foods
with high fat and sugar content.)
•paper plates
•microwave-safe pottery, stoneware and
porcelain
•browning dish (Do not exceed recommended
preheating time. Follow manufacturer's
directions.)
These items can be used for short time reheating
of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:
•wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
•metal pans and bakeware
•dishes with metallic trim
•non-heat-resistant glass
•non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine tubs)
•recycled paper products
•brown paper bags
•food storage bags
•metal twist-ties
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for micro-
waving, place the empty dish in the oven and
microwave on 100% power for 30 seconds. A dish
which becomes very hot should not be used.

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INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT MICROWAVE COOKING
•Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas toward
outside of dish.
•Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount
of time indicated and add more as needed. Foods
severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
•Cover foods while cooking. Check recipe or cook-
book for suggestions: paper towels, wax paper,
microwave plastic wrap or a lid. Covers prevent
spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
•Shield with small flat pieces of aluminum foil any
thin areas of meats or poultry to prevent overcook-
ing before dense, thick areas are cooked thoroughly.
•Stir foods from outside to center of dish once or
twice during cooking, if possible.
•Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed
cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers.
Large items like roasts must be turned over at
least once.
... for fresh pork, ground meat,
boneless white poultry, fish,
seafood, egg dishes and
frozen prepared food.
... for leftover, ready-to-reheat
refrigerated, and deli and
carry-out “fresh” food.
... white meat of poultry.
... dark meat of poultry.
160°F
•Check foods to see that they are cooked to the
United States Department of Agriculture’s recom-
mended temperatures:
ABOUT SAFETY
•Always use potholders to prevent burns when
handling utensils that are in contact with hot food.
Enough heat from the food can transfer through
utensils to cause skin burns.
•Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from
the face and hands. Slowly lift the farthest edge of
a dish’s covering and carefully open popcorn and
oven cooking bags away from the face.
•Stay near the oven while it’s in use and check cook-
ing progress frequently so that there is no chance
of overcooking food.
•NEVER use the cavity for storing cookbooks or
other items.
•Select, store and handle food carefully to preserve
its high quality and minimize the spread of
foodborne bacteria.
•Keep waveguide cover clean. Food residue can
cause arcing and/or fires.
•Use care when removing items from the oven so
that the utensil, your clothes or accessories do not
touch the safety door latches.
To test for doneness, insert a meat thermometer in a
thick or dense area away from fat or bone. NEVER
leave the thermometer in food during cooking,
unless it is approved for microwave oven use.
TEMP
•Rearrange foods like meatballs halfway through
cooking both from top to bottom and from the center
of the dish to the outside.
•Add standing time. Remove food from oven and
stir, if possible. Cover for standing time which
allows the food to finish cooking without
overcooking.
•Check for doneness. Look for signs indicating that
cooking temperatures have been reached.
Doneness signs include:
-Food steams throughout, not just at edge.
-Center bottom of dish is very hot to the touch.
-Poultry thigh joints move easily.
-Meats and poultry show no pinkness.
-Fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
FOOD
165°F
170°F
180°F

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PART NAMES
1Oven door with see-through window
2Door hinges
3Waveguide cover:
DO NOT REMOVE.
4Turntable motor shaft
5Oven light
It will light when oven is operating or
door is open.
6Rack holders
7Safety door latches
The oven will not operate unless the
door is securely closed.
8Handle
9Fan Options pad
10 Light Options pad
11 Turntable On/Off pad.
12 Auto-Touch control panel
13 Smart & Easy Touch Screen
14 Ventilation openings
15 Removable turntable
The turntable will rotate clockwise or
counterclockwise. Only remove for cleaning.
16 Removable turntable support
First, carefully place the turntable support in
the motor shaft in the center of the oven floor.
Then, place the turntable on the turntable
support securely.
17 Rack for 2-level cooking/reheating
18 Light cover
19 Grease filters
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BOTTOM VIEW
(Front of Microwave)
(Rear of Microwave)
FRONT VIEW