Sharp R-252M Instruction Manual

800 W (IEC 705)
R-252M
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
OPERATION MANUAL
This operation manual contains important information which you should read
carefully before using your microwave oven.
IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not followed
or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.

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CONTENTS
OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5
BEFORE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
SETTING THE CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
MAFF HEATING CATEGORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MICROWAVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
INSTANT COOK/INSTANT COOK CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-17
COOKING ADVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
SUITABLE COOKWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20
ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
ADVICE FOR REHEATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24
TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
COOKBOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-38
CALLING FOR SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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3
4
5
6
7
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12
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ACCESSORIES:
Check to make sure the following accessories
are provided:
(12) Turntable (13) Roller stay (14) Seal Packing
Place the roller stay in the seal packing on the floor
of the cavity.
Then place the turntable on to the roller stay.
To avoid damage to the turntable, when removing
dishes/containers from the microwave oven, please
ensure that you lift them clear of the turntable rim.
NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention
two details: part name and model name to your
dealer or SHARP authorised service agent.
1Control panel
2Oven lamp
3Door opening handle
4Waveguide cover
5Seal packing
6Oven cavity
7Door seals and sealing surfaces
8Door latches
9Ventilation openings
10 Outer cabinet
11 Power cord
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CONTROL PANEL
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8
7
6
5
4
2
3
1. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. TIME keys
3. INSTANT COOK Keys
4. AUTO COOK key
5. AUTO DEFROST key
6. WEIGHT keys
7. LESS/MORE keys
8. POWER LEVEL key
9. STOP/CLEAR key
10. START/AUTO MINUTE key
11. TIMER key
12. AUTO START/CLOCK key
13. WEIGHT CONVERSION key
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11 12
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R-252
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
10min. 1min. 10sec.
1 Roast Beef/
Lamb
2 Roast Pork
3 Roast Poultry
1 Meat Joint
Beef/Lamb/Pork
2 Poultry
3
Minced Meat

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION
Oven Use:
• The oven is for domestic food preparation only.
Never operate when empty.
• Do not leave or store anything inside the oven
when not in use.
• Never attempt to use the oven with the door open.
It is important not to force or tamper with the door
safety latches. This may result in exposure to
microwave energy.
• Never operate the oven with any object caught in
the door sealing surfaces, this again may cause
microwave leakage.
• Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of the
door latches or air-vent openings, as this may
damage the oven and cause an electric shock.
• If water or food drops inside the air vent openings
switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a
Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
• Never attempt to move the oven while it is
operating.
Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker,
consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer
prior to oven use.
WARNING: Only allow children to use the
oven without 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.
Do not allow anyone to play with the oven, or lean or
swing on the oven door.
WARNING!
Inspect the Oven:
Check the oven carefully for damage
before and regularly after installation.
• Make sure the door closes properly,
that it is not misaligned or warped.
• Check the hinges and door safety
latches are not broken or loose.
• Ensure the door seal and sealing
surfaces are not damaged.
• Inspect the oven interior and door for
dents.
Important:
If any damage is apparent, do not
operate the oven in any way. Contact
your dealer or an authorised Service
Technician appointed by SHARP.
1.Remove all packing materials. Do not remove the
plastic film from the inside of the oven window as this
protects it from dirt.
2.Place the oven on a secure, level surface, strong
enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest
item likely to be cooked in the oven.
3.Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the
oven of 15cm.
Fire: If food overheats, starts to smoke
or burn: Keep oven door closed; Turn
oven off; Switch off the power at the
socket and disconnect the plug from the
socket. Failure to follow this procedure
may result in fire and oven damage.
Liquids: Take care when microwaving
liquids and beverages. To prevent
delayed eruptive boiling of liquid and
possible scalding: Stir liquid prior to and
during heating/reheating, let liquid stand
in the oven at the end of cooking.
15cm
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
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4.Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or high
humidity are generated, (for example, near or
above a conventional oven) or near combustible
materials (for example, curtains). Do not block or
obstruct air vent openings, as obstructions may
ignite due to the emission of hot air. Do not place
items on top of the oven.
5.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged
and that it does not run under the oven or over any
hot or sharp surfaces.
6.The socket must be readily accessible so that it can
be easily unplugged in an emergency.
7.Do not use the oven outdoors.
BUILDING-IN-KIT.
This oven is not designed to be built into a kitchen unit.
IMPORTANT! ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.
• Do not allow water to come into contact with the
power supply cord or plug.
• Insert the plug properly into the socket as the plug
may otherwise overheat and catch fire.
• Do not connect other appliances to the same socket
using an adaptor plug as it may cause the house
wiring to overheat and catch fire.
• If the power supply cord of this appliance is
damaged, it must be relaced by a special cord.
The exchange must be made by an authorised
SHARP service agent.
A defective plug, power supply cord or socket may
overheat and catch fire during operation or cause
an electrical shock.
• When removing the plug from the socket always
grip the plug, never the mains lead as this may
damage the power supply cord and the
connections inside the plug.
• The product is fitted with a re-wireable plug. Should
it not be suitable for the socket outlet in your home,
remove the plug and fit an appropriate type,
observing the wiring code given in “To replace the
mains plug” on page 24.
If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied,
ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off.
When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a
BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363, this should be
fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved
by BSI or ASTA to BS1362. If you have any doubt
about electrical connection seek the help of a
qualified electrician.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code
on page 24.
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key
3. The display will show:
1.
2.
x1
INSTALLATIONBEFORE OPERATION

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SETTING THE CLOCK
NOTE:
1. If you pass the desired setting, continue to press the time keys until the
desired time appears.
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key if you make a mistake during programming.
3. If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the
display will intermittently show : after the power is reinstated.
If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of
day will also be erased.
4. When you want to reset the time of day, follow the above example again.
There are two setting modes: 12-hour clock and
24-hour-clock:
1. To set the 12-hour clock, press the AUTO START/
CLOCK key once, will appear in the
display.
2. To set the 24-hour-clock, press the AUTO START/
CLOCK key twice, will appear in the
display.
x2 x3
Select the
24-hour clock. To set the hours press 10 MIN key twice,
Check the display.
Example:
To set the 24-hour clock to 23:35
x2
10min.
1min.
and then the 1 MIN
key 3 times.
x5 x1
x3
10min.
1min.
To set the minutes
press 10 MIN key
3 times,
To change from hours to
minutes press AUTO
START/ CLOCK key once.
and then the 1 MIN
key 5 times.
To start the clock, press
AUTO START/CLOCK
key once.
x1
x1
x2

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MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
E
800W
The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by
MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food)
with microwave oven and food manufacturers
indicates the ability of the oven to heat small
quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]). It does
not represent the general performance of the oven.
Microwave output power in
watts (based on international
(IEC 705) standard.)
600 700 800 900 1000 Watts
OVEN
OUTPUT
POWER
Less heating time required
More heating time required
Letter representing the oven
heating category.
Microwave
Symbol.
A B C D E
OVEN
OUTPUT
CATEGORY
Less heating time required
More heating time required
Food packs carry cooking instructions for heating
categories A to E. Follow instructions for the letter
corresponding to the oven’s heating category. The
higher the output power and heating category of
the oven the less heating time is required. As
shown opposite.
Enter required time and select the power level:
There are 5 microwave power levels.
x1
x2
x3
x4
x5
100P (HIGH)
70P (MEDIUM HIGH)
50P (MEDIUM)
30P (MEDIUM LOW)
10P (LOW)
IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will
default to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the
POWER LEVEL key to the desired setting. To help
you decide which power level is suitable, follow the
advice given in the charts; for defrosting see page
26, for cooking see pages 27-29, for reheating see
page 30.
Power level: The microwave power level is varied
by the microwave energy switching on and off.
When using power levels other than 100P (HIGH)
you will be able to hear the microwave energy
pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.
Stopping the oven: If you wish to stop the oven
during cooking press the STOP/CLEAR key or
open the oven door. To start the oven, close the door
and press the START/AUTO MINUTE key. If you
wish to cancel the cooking programme, press the
STOP/CLEAR key twice.
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

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MICROWAVING
Introduction:
Water, sugar and fat in food absorbs microwaves and
causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction,
in the same way your hands get warm when you rub
them together.
Outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy,
and remaining portions by conduction. It is, therefore,
important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure
even heating. Where recommended, allow food to
stand. This is not optional but necessary to ensure
thorough cooking and is particularly important for
dense food, such as joints of meat.
Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and
utensils and heat the food inside the dishes.
Microwaves are reflected by metal. The oven is lined
with metal and has a fine metallic mesh in the door to
prevent microwave leakage. Metallic dishes are not
suitable for microwaving.
(See suitable cookware, page 18-19)
Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle.
Stopping the oven:
If you wish to stop the oven during cooking press
STOP/CLEAR key or open the oven door. To start
the oven, close the door and press START/AUTO
MINUTE key. If you wish to cancel the cooking
programme, press STOP/CLEAR key twice.
Prepare and place food in a suitable container on to
the turntable, or directly on the turntable. Close the
door.
x2 x1
Press the 10 SEC key
3 times.
To select the time
press the 1MIN
key twice.
To input the power
Level press the
POWER LEVEL key
twice.
x3
1min.
10sec.
Press START/AUTO
MINUTE key once.
x2
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Display.
The display will count down
through the set heating time.
NOTE:
1. When the door is opened during the cooking
process, the cooking time on the digital display
stops automatically. The cooking time starts to
count down again when the door is closed and the
START/AUTO MINUTE key is pressed.
2. If you wish to know the power level during
cooking, press the POWER LEVEL key. As long
as your finger is touching this key, the power level
will be displayed.
HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN
Example:
To heat soup for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) microwave power.