Sharp R-28A0(B) User manual

R-28A0(B)
Microwave Oven
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKING GUIDE
Read all instructions carefully before using the oven
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WARRANTY
Congratulations on Your Purchase!
This Sharp Microwave Oven is warranted against faults in material and manufacture
for 12 months period.
If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp
Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the
owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
This warranty does not extend to defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes
not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not
limited to, defect or injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, lack of
maintenance, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid spillage, vermin infestation,
software, or any alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp.
Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a
warranty claim. This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes
any implied rights and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale.
This warranty does not cover transportation to and from the Sharp Approved Service
Centre. Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same
type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods.
The repair of your goods may result in the loss of user generated data, please ensure
that you have saved this data elsewhere prior to repair.
Australian customers: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under
the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The criteria of
a major failure is defined in the Australian Consumer Law. Should you require any
assistance with a major failure please contact Sharp Customer Care.
FOR LOCATION ENQUIRIES WITHIN
AUSTRALIA
REGARDING YOUR LOCAL
SHARP APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE
Customer service helplines
1300 742 770
(calling within Australia)
Monday- Saturday, 9am - 6pm
Open Monday to Saturday except on public holidays.
Distributed by
Tempo(Aust)Pty Ltd
PO Box 132 Frenchs Forest NSW 1640 Australia
[email protected]
For an electronic copy of this manual, please contact
our after sales support centre.
SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED
NEW ZEALAND
CONTACT YOUR SELLING DEALER/RETAILER
OR CALL
SHARP CUSTOMER SERVICES
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FACSIMILE: 09 573 0113
WEB:
www.sharp.net.nz
SHARP CORPORATION OF NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty applies only to products sold in Australia & New Zealand
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven.
Please keep this operation manual handy, as it
describes all the features of your oven and will
enable you to cook a variety of foods.
The manual is divided into two sections:
CONTENTS Page
Warranty Inside of front cover
Introduction 1
Important Safety Instructions 2
Other Warnings 3
Special Notes and Warnings 4
Installation Instructions 5
Oven and Accessories 6
Control Panel 7
Setting the Clock 8
Microwave Cooking 8
Reheating/Defrosting Tips 9
Time Defrost 9
Weight Defrost 10
Quick Start 10
Kitchen Timer 10
Auto Cooking 11
Auto Cook Menu Guides 12, 13
Memory Function 13
Multi-Stage Cooking 14
Other Useful Functions 14
Cleaning and Care 15
Service Call Check 15
Specifications 16
Manual Cooking Chart Guides
Defrost Meat, Poultry, Bread and Pies A-1
Frozen Vegetables A-2
Rice, Pasta, Porridge, Scrambled Eggs A-3
Fresh Vegetables A-4, 5
Reheat/Defrost Convenience Food A-6
Cooking and Utensils Guide A-7
Helpful Microwave Cooking Tips A-8
When selecting another home appliance, please
again consider our full range of Sharp products.
Please take some time to read your operation
manual carefully, the automatic cooking menus
programmed into your new oven have been
carefully developed to give optimum results
when the step-by-step instructions are followed.
1. OPERATION (P2~P16)
This section describes your oven and teaches
you how to use all the features.
2. SMART COOKING GUIDE
This section is at the back of the manual,
it contains the more commonly used
information such as how to prepare food,
which cooking utensil to use and standing
times.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
1. This oven is designed to be used on a countertop, on a shelf or in a cabinet. We do not recommend
installing the oven under the countertop or any other appliances. See page 5 for the installation. Place
or mount the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85 cm or more above the floor.
2. Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the oven of 10 cm. See page 5 for the other
necessary spaces.
3. This appliance is intended to be used in household 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
It is not suitable for commercial or laboratory use.
4. The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating
of warming pads, therapeutic devices (e.g. wheat bags), slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may
lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (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.
6. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
7. 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.
8. WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. To avoid burns young children should be kept
away.
9. WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been
repaired by an authorised SHARP service agent or microwave technician.
10. WARNING: Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than an
authorised SHARP service agent or microwave technician to carry out any service or repair operation
which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
11. If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a service centre approved
by SHARP in order to avoid a hazard.
12. WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to
explode.
13. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken
when handling the container.
14. Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated on microwave modes since they
may explode, even after microwave heating has ended. To cook or reheat eggs which have not been
scrambled or mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites, or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice hard
boiled eggs before reheating them on microwave modes.
15. Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in the oven. See page A-7. Use
only microwave safe containers and utensils.
16. Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave modes.
17. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken and the temperature
checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
18. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
19. If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any
flames.
20. The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed.
21. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be performed by children without supervision.
22. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition, particularly the inside of the door, cavity and wave-
guide cover could cause damage and adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation. This type of damage can void the warranty of the oven.
23. The appliance must not be cleaned with a steam cleaner.
24. See instructions for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts on page 15.
25. Handle with care when removing items from the oven so that the turntable does not displace.
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OTHER WARNINGS
1. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food.
b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in the oven.
c. Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying. The temperature of the oil cannot be controlled.
2. To reduce the risk of an explosion or delayed eruptive boiling, care should be taken when handling the
food and container. Your oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly with microwaves,
therefore it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and power level for the type and
quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure of the cooking time and power level required, begin with
low cooking times and power levels until the food is sufficiently heated evenly throughout.
Additionally:
a. Do not place sealed containers in the microwave. Baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or teat are
considered to be sealed containers.
b. Do not use excessive amounts of cooking time.
c. When boiling liquids in the oven, use a wide-mouthed container.
d. Do not heat for longer than the recommended time. See page A-1-A-6 at the back of this operation
manual.
e. Stand for at least 20 seconds at the end of cooking to avoid delayed eruptive boiling of liquids.
f. Stir the liquid before and during cooking. Use extreme care when handling the container or inserting a
spoon or other utensil into the container.
3. Never operate the oven whilst any object is caught or jammed between the door and the oven.
4. Handle with care when removing items from the oven so that the utensil, your clothes or accessories do
not touch the latches.
5. Never poke an object, particularly a metal object, through a grille or between the door and the oven while
the oven is operating.
6. Never tamper with or deactivate the latches.
7. Always use oven gloves 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.
8. If the oven lamp fails please consult your dealer or a qualified service technician trained by SHARP.
9. Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the furthest edge of a
dish’s cover including plastic wrap etc., and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags directed away
from the face.
10. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged, and that it does not run under the oven or over any
hot surfaces or sharp edges.
11. To prevent the turntable from breaking:
a. Before cleaning the turntable with water, leave the turntable to cool.
b. Do not place anything hot on a cold turntable.
c. Do not place anything cold on a hot turntable.
12. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet.
13. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven.
14. Ensure handles of utensils do not touch walls when turntables rotate. Take care as handles may become
extremely hot if utensil stops rotating.
15. Do not operate the oven without a load (i.e. an absorbing material such as food or water)in the oven
cavity.
Information on Disposal
This product should not be disposed of in a general waste bin as it contains materials that
should be recycled, which is good for the environment.
If you are in doubt about the correct disposal method, contact your local council.
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SPECIAL NOTES AND WARNINGS
DO DON’T
Eggs, fruits,
nuts, seeds,
vegetables,
sausages and
oysters
* Puncture egg yolks and whites and
oysters before cooking to prevent
“explosion”.
* Pierce skins of potatoes, apples,
squash, hot dogs, sausages and
oysters so that steam escapes.
* Cook eggs in shells. This can cause the
egg to “explode”, which may damage the
oven or cause injury to yourself.
* Cook hard/soft boiled eggs.
* Overcook oysters.
* Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
Popcorn * Use specially bagged popcorn for the
microwave oven.
* Listen while popping corn for the
popping to slow to 1-2 seconds.
* Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or
microwave safe glass bowls.
* Exceed maximum time on popcorn
package.
Baby food * Transfer baby food to small dish and
heat carefully, stirring often. Check for
suitable temperature to prevent burns.
* Remove the screw cap and teat before
warming baby bottles. After warming
shake thoroughly. Check for suitable
temperature.
* Heat disposable bottles.
* Overheat baby bottles. Only heat until
warm.
* Heat bottles with teats on.
* Heat baby food in original jars.
General * Food with filling should be cut after
heating, to release steam and avoid
burns.
* Use a deep microwave safe glass bowl
when cooking liquids or cereals to
prevent boiling over.
* Heat or cook in closed glass jars or air
tight containers.
* Deep fry fat.
* Heat or dry wood, herbs, wet papers,
clothes or flowers.
* Operate the oven without a load (i.e. an
absorbing material such as food or wa-
ter)in the oven cavity.
Liquids
(Beverages)
* For boiling or cooking liquids
see IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on page 2 to prevent
explosion and delayed eruptive boiling.
* Heat for longer than recommended
time. See REHEATING/DEFROSTING
CONVENIENCE FOOD COOKING
CHART on page A-6.
Canned foods * Remove food from can. * Heat or cook food while in cans.
Sausage rolls,
pies, Christmas
pudding
* Cook for the recommended time.
(These foods have high sugar and/or
fat contents.)
* Overcook as they may catch fire.
Meats * Use a microwave proof roasting rack to
collect drained juices.
* Place meat directly on the turntable for
cooking.
Utensils * Check the utensils are suitable for
MICROWAVE cooking before you use
them.
* Use metal utensils for MICROWAVE
cooking. Metal reflects microwave energy
and may cause an electrical discharge
known as arcing.
Aluminium foil * Use to shield food to prevent over
cooking.
* Watch for sparking. Reduce foil or
keep clear of cavity walls.
* Use too much.
* Shield food close to cavity walls. Sparking
can damage the cavity.
Browning dish * Place a suitable insulator such as
a microwave and heat proof dinner
plate between the turntable and the
browning dish.
* Exceed the preheating time recom-
mended by the manufacturer. Excessive
preheating can cause the glass turntable
to shatter and/or damage internal parts of
the oven.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity (do not remove the waveguide cover), and the feature
sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. Check the unit for any damage, such as a misaligned
door, damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door. If there is any
damage, please do not operate the oven until it has been checked by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED
BY SHARP and repaired, if necessary.
2. Accessories provided
1)Turntable 2)Roller stay 3)Operation manual and Cooking Guide
3. This oven can be installed in the locations indicated by the following “checkmarks”.
Installation location Countertop On a Shelf In a Cabinet Built-In
Installation image
Presence or absence of
check mark  –
Standard conformity number (AS/NZS60335)–
This oven is designed to be used on a counter top, on a shelf or in a cabinet.
It should not be installed in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated, for example, next to
a conventional oven unit. The oven should be installed so as not to block ventilation openings. When the
oven is mounted on a kitchen countertop, on a shelf or in a cabinet,allow a space of at least 10 cm on the
top, 5 cm on both sides and at the rear of the oven for adequate air circulation. Additionally, when
installing in a cabinet or on a shelf, the minimum inside dimension of the cabinet or a shelf should be
713mm (W)× 606mm (H)× 448mm (D). This oven must be operated with cabinet door open.
Do not built-in the appliance under the countertop or any other appliances.
WARNING: The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the unit can be unplugged easily in an emergency.
4. Neither the manufacturer nor the distributors can accept any liability for damage to the machine or
personal injury for failure to observe the correct electrical connecting procedure.
The A.C. voltage must be single phase 230 – 240V, 50Hz.
5. This appliance must be earthed.
6. Operate the oven from a general purpose domestic outlet. If a generator is used, do not operate the oven
with non-sinusoidal outputs.
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
Turntable Instructions:
1. Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass turntable
should never be restricted.
2. Both the glass turntable and roller stay must always be used
during cooking.
3. Place all food and food containers on the glass turntable when
cooking or defrosting.
4. If the glass turntable or roller stay cracks or breaks, contact
your nearest authorised service centre.
F
G
A
CE D B
H
I
Hub (underside)
Glass turntable
Turntable shaft
Roller stay
A. Control panel
B. Turntable shaft
C. Roller stay
D. Glass turntable
E. Observation window
F. Door assembly
G.Safety interlock system
H. Waveguide cover
I. Door open button
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CONTROL PANEL
(
2)
(
1)
(
4)
(
8)
(
9)
(
7)
(3)
(6)
(5)
(10
)
1. POWER KEY
2. CLOCK KEY
3. KITCHEN TIMER KEY
4. MEMORY KEY
5. TIME DEFROST KEY
6. WEIGHT DEFROST KEY
7. AUTO MENU KEYS
8. NUMBER PAD
9. STOP/CANCEL KEY
10. START/+30 SEC KEY
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SETTING THE CLOCK
MICROWAVE COOKING
This is a 12 hour clock. To set the clock
Example: 10 minute cooking time at 50% power.
Enter the Cook Time
Start Cooking
Select the Power Level
Press the NUMBER PAD to input cooking time.
Press START/+30 SEC to start cooking.
Press POWER once, “PL10” will display, indicating 100% Power Level.
There are 11 power levels to choose from - 100%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40%, 30%, 20%, 10%, 0%.
Refer to the table below on how to select the right power level.
The cook time can be programmed for up to 99 minutes 99 seconds (99:99).
Press POWER continuously until the required power level is displayed.
1. Press CLOCK once. “00:00” will display and the hour figure will flash.
1. Press the NUMBER PAD of 1, 0, 0, 0in order; “10:00” will display.
Note:
• During the setting of the clock, if STOP/CANCEL is pressed or there is no operation for 1 minute, the
setting will be unsuccessful.
Microwave Power Level Guide
Level109876543210
Power 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%
Display PL10 PL9 PL8 PL7 PL6 PL5 PL4 PL3 PL2 PL1 PL0
2. Press POWER once, “PL10” will display. Press POWER continuously until “PL5” displayed.
3. Press START/+30 SEC to start cooking, the time will count.
2. Press NUMBER PAD to input the time, (Time range should be 1:00-12:59).
3. Press CLOCK to confirm the setting.
Notes:
• To stop the microwave before the end of the cook time, press STOP/CANCEL.
• If the door is opened during cooking/defrosting to stir or turn the food, the cook time on the display stops
automatically. The time will start to count down again once the door is closed and START/+30 SEC is
pressed.
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REHEATING / DEFROSTING TIPS
TIME DEFROST
Reheat/defrost times will be affected by the shape, thickness, size, quantity and initial temperature of food,
as well as the size, shape and material of the container.
The Time Defrost menu quickly defrosts food while enabling you to choose a suitable defrost time.
1. Press TIME DEFROST once, “00:00” will display.
Considerations when Reheating or Defrosting:
Plating Place thicker food towards the outside of the dish and thinner food towards the centre.
Packaging Remove food from packaging before reheating or defrosting.
Do not use foil or metal containers.
Rearrange Food placed towards the outside of the dish will defrost quicker than food placed towards
the center. It is recommended that the food is rearranged multiple times during defrosting to
ensure more even defrosting.
Separate Separate any food that may be stuck together as soon as possible.
Shield Some areas of food may become warm during defrosting. To prevent these areas from
cooking, shield with small pieces of foil, e.g.chicken legs and wings. This foil will reflect the
microwaves.
Stand Standing time is critical when defrosting to ensure food is thoroughly defrosted all the way to
its core. Always stand food in foil to quicken the defrost time.
Turn over Turn food over at least once during defrosting to ensure more even defrosting.
WARNING:
Never heat liquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the contents erupting from
the container and may cause burns.
WARNING:
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food containers are to be stirred or shaken and the
temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
2. To set defrost time, press NUMBER PAD to input the defrost time, ranging from 0:01~ 99:99.
The default power is “PL3”.
3. To start defrosting, press START/+30 SEC.
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WEIGHT DEFROST
QUICK START
KITCHEN TIMER
The Weight Defrost menu quickly defrosts food while enabling you to choose a suitable defrost time.
This feature provides 2 benefits:
The kitchen timer can be used for timing, when microwave is not in use, for example, it can be used for
standing times.
An alarm will sound 5 times once the timer has finished counting down.
Note: the timer can be programmed for up to 99:99 and cannot be used during microwave cooking.
To set the timer:
Notes:
1. Directly starts cooking on 100% microwave power for 30 seconds. To use, simply press START/+30 SEC
1. Press KITCHEN TIMER once.
1. During microwave cooking, press START/+30 SEC to add cooking time.
Press WEIGHT DEFROST once, “dEF1” is displayed.
Continue pressing WEIGHT DEFROST to see the other defrost options:
“dEF2”, ”dEF3”, ”dEF4”.
To set the defrost weight, press NUMBER PAD to input the defrost weight, ranging from 100g-2000g.
To start defrosting, press START/+30 SEC.
There are four defrost functions, as seen in the table below.
Key Display Weight Defrost Menu Weight Range
WEIGHT
DEFROST
dEF 1 Mince 500g - 1000g
dEF 2 Steak / Chops 500g - 1000g
dEF 3 Poultry 1000g - 2000g
dEF 4 Roast Meat 1000g - 2000g
2. Allows you to extend the cook time while the microwave is already operating. Simply press START/+30
SEC until the desired time has been added. Each press adds 30 seconds,and the maximum time can be
set is 99 minutes 99 seconds.
2. Press NUMBER PAD to input the time desired.
2. Quick Start can add cooking time during the Time Defrost.
3. Press START/+30 SEC to start the timer counting down.
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AUTO COOKING
Auto Menus have been pre-programmed with a cook time and power level to make cooking and reheating
more convenient.
Auto Menus include:
For a detailed guide on how to use each menu, refer to the next page.
Key Menu Display Key Menu Display
RICE/
PASTA
Rice A1 BEVARAGE Beverage 1, 2
Pasta A2 DINNER
PLATE Dinner Plate 400
VEGETABLES Vegetables 500, 750, 1000 CASSEROLE Casserole 500
MELT/
SOFTEN
Butter A4
Chocolate A5
Cream
Cheese A6
Example: Suppose you want to cook 500g of vegetables.
Procedure for RICE/PASTA and MELT/SOFTEN Menus:
Selecting an Auto Menu
1. Press VEGETABLES, “500” will display representing 500g.
1. Press RICE/PASTA once for the Rice menu and twice for the Pasta menu. The screen will display “A1”
for the Rice menu and “A2” for the Pasta menu.
Press START/+30 SEC to select the menu, and then press RICE/PASTA again to select the desired
weight.
2. Press START/+30 SEC to start cooking,
3. After cooking, the buzzer will ring 5 times, and then return to stand-by mode.
2. Press MELT/SOFTEN once for the Butter menu, twice for the Chocolate menu, and three times for the
Cream Cheese menu.
The screen will display “A4”, “A5”, and “A6” respectively.
Press START/+30 SEC to select the menu, and then press MELT/SOFTEN again to select the desired
weight.
- Rice/Pasta
- Vegetables
- Melt/Soften: Butter, Chocolate, Cream Cheese
- Beverage
- Dinner Plate
- Casserole
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AUTO COOK MENU GUIDES
Key Auto Menu Weight Procedure
RICE/
PASTA
1. Rice Rice Water
1 cup 2½ cups
2 cups 4½ cups
4 cups 6½ cups
• Wash the rice in sieve under cold running
water until the water runs clear.
• Place in a microwave safe bowl and add hot
tap water. Do not cover.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
• Stand for 2 minutes before serving.
2. Pasta Pasta Water
1 cup 2 cups
2 cups 4 cups
4 cups 8 cups
• Place pasta in a microwave safe bowl and add
hot tap water. Do not cover.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
• Drain excess water, stand for 2 minutes before
serving.
Vegetables
3. Vegetables 500g, 750g, 1000g • Wash and cut vegetables into uniform pieces.
• Place in a microwave safe bowl and add 1 Tbs
water. Cover with plastic wrap and pierce five
times with fork.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
• Drain excess water, stand for 2 minutes before
serving.
MELT/
SOFTEN
4. Melt
Butter
50g, 100g, 200g • Cut butter into small pieces and place in a
microwave safe bowl. Do not cover.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
5. Melt
Chocolate
50g, 100g, 200g • Break chocolate into small pieces and place in
a microwave safe bowl. Do not cover.
• Stir when alarm sounds and after cooking.
6. Soften
Cream
Cheese
125g, 250g • Cut cream cheese into small pieces and place
in a microwave safe bowl. Do not cover.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
BEVARAGE
7. Reheat
Beverage
1 Cup(120ml)
2 Cups(240ml)
• Place mug/s in the centre of the turntable. Do
not cover.
• Stir well after heating.
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AUTO COOK MENU GUIDES
MEMORY FUNCTION
Key Auto Menu Weight Procedure
DINNER
PLATE
8. Reheat Dinner
Plate
400g • Place ingredients on a microwave safe dinner
plate.
• Cover dinner plate with one sheet of paper
towel.
CASSEROLE
9. Reheat
Casserole
500g • Place casserole into a microwave safe bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap and pierce five times
with fork.
• Stir when alarm sounds.
• Stand uncovered for 2 minutes.
The memory function allows you to store 3 frequently used microwave power levels and cook times to make
cooking/reheating more convenient.
Example: Set the following procedure as Memory 2.
Cook food for 3:20 at 80% microwave power.
1. Press MEMORY KEY to choose memory 1-3 procedure. The screen will display 1, 2, 3.
1. In the waiting state, press MEMORY KEY twice to display “2”.
2. If the procedure has been set, press START/+30 SEC to use it. If not, continue to set the procedure.
Only one or two stages can be set.
2. Then press 3, 2, 0in order to set cooking time.
3. After finishing the setting, press START/+30 SEC once to save the procedure.
When START/+30 SEC is pressed again, the microwave will begin the operation.
3. Press POWER once, “PL10” displays, then press another two times to display “PL8”.
The steps are as follows:
4. Press START/+30 SEC to save the setting.
If you press START/+30 SEC again, the procedure will be saved as the memory 2 and operated.
5. If you want to run the saved procedure from the waiting state, press MEMORY KEY twice and then
START/+30 SEC.
Notes:
• When using the auto menus, the final result may vary depending on the size, shape and initial
temperature of the food.
• Auto menus have been designed to cater for the most popular taste preferences.
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MULTI-STAGE COOKING
OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS
2 stages can be set for cooking. Auto Cook Menus cannot be used in multi-stage cooking.
Child Lock
To turn the Child Lock ON:
To turn the Child Lock OFF:
This safety feature prevents unsupervised use of the microwave by disabling the microwave keys.
Press and hold STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds. An alarm will sound once the keys
have been locked and the icon will show in the display.
Press and hold STOP/CANCEL for 3 seconds. An alarm will sound once the keys
have been released and the icon will disappear in the display.
Example: Suppose you want to cook for 4 minutes at 60% power followed by 2 minutes on 100% power.
Inquiring Functions
1. Press 4, 0, 0to set the desired cooking time.
1. While the microwave is operating, press CLOCK, the screen will display the time for
three seconds.
2. Select the power level by pressing POWER five times until “PL6” displays.
3. For the second sequence, press 2, 0, 0to set the desired cooking time.
If the power key is not selected, the oven will operate automatically at 100% power level.
4. Press START/+30 SEC. This display will show the time of the first sequence and begin to count down.
When zero is reached, the second sequence will appear and the timer will begin counting down to zero
again.
2. While the microwave is operating, press POWER and the current microwave power
will be displayed for three seconds. This inquiry function can be used in multi-stage
cooking also.
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CLEANING AND CARE
SERVICE CALL CHECK
Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven.
DO NOT USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER, ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS AND SCOURING
PADS ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.
NEVER SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF YOUR OVEN.
Avoid using excess water. After cleaning the oven, ensure any water is removed with a soft cloth.
Clean the oven at regular intervals: Keep the oven clean and remove any food deposits, as it could lead
to deterioration of the surface. This could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
Exterior:
The outside may be cleaned with mild soap and warm water. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of
harsh abrasive cleaners. Keep the ventilation openings free of dust.
Touch Control Panel:
Wipe the panel with a damp cloth only.
Do not scrub or use any sort of soap or chemical cleaners. Avoid the use of excess water.
Door:
Wipe both sides of the door, window, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to
remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Interior walls:
To clean the interior surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water. After use, wipe the waveguide cover in
the oven with a soft damp cloth to remove any food splashes. A build-up of splashes may overheat the oven
and it may begin to smoke or catch fire. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
Please check the following before calling for service:
1. At the power point, switch off the power for 10 seconds and switch
back on.
Does “0:00” appear in the display? YES_________ NO_________
2. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml)in a glass measuring jug in the oven and close the door securely.
Cook on 100% microwave power for 2 minutes.
A. Does the oven lamp come on? YES_________ NO_________
B. Does the cooling fan work?
(Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.)
YES_________ NO_________
C. Does the turntable rotate? YES_________ NO_________
D. After 2 minutes, did an alarm sound? YES_________ NO_________
E. Is the water inside the oven hot? YES_________ NO_________
If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your meter
box.
If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP.
NOTE: If you cook the food over 20 minutes on 100 % power, the microwave power will be automatically
reduced to avoid overcooking.
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SPECIFICATIONS
AC Line Voltage Single phase 230–240V, 50Hz
AC Power Required 1750 W
Output Power 1100 W* (IEC test procedure)
Microwave Frequency 2450 MHz (Class B/Group 2)**
Outside Dimensions (W × H × D)513 × 306 × 398mm
Cavity Dimensions (W × H × D)330 × 228 × 370mm
Overall Cavity Volume 28L
Weight Approx.15.0kg
* When tested in accordance with AS/NZS 2895.1:2007
** This is the classification of ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical)equipment described in the International
Standard CISPR11.
In conformity with this standard, this product is classified as group 2 class B equipment. Group 2 means
that the equipment intentionally generates radio-frequency energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation
for heating treatment of food. Class B equipment means that the equipment suitable to be used in
domestic establishments.
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MANUAL COOKING CHARTS
DEFROSTING MEAT, POULTRY, BREAD AND PIES CHART
1. Remove all wrapping and place frozen item on a shallow, Microwave oven safe defrost rack. If necessary
shield thin areas with aluminum foil to prevent the item from cooking while defrosting.
2. Set the Microwave power to 30%.
3. Defrost by following the corresponding steps in the “Microwave Time” column below.
4. When turning over, re-shield areas as well as any warm areas so the food continues to defrost without
cooking.
MEAT & POULTRY
CUT MICROWAVE TIME (minutes/500g)
Turn over half way through cooking
STANDING TIME
Wrapped in
aluminum foil
BEEF (Roast)7 – 9 minutes 10 – 15 minutes
Steaks 8 – 10 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
Minced Beef 8 – 10 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
PORK (Roast)7 – 8 minutes 10 – 15 minutes
Chops 7 – 9 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
Ribs 6 – 8 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
Minced Pork 8 – 10 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
LAMB (Roast)6 – 8 minutes 10 – 15 minutes
Shoulder 7 – 9 minutes 10 – 15 minutes
Chops 7 – 9 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
POULTRY
Chicken: Whole 6 – 8 minutes 10 – 15 minutes
Pieces 6 – 8 minutes 5 – 10 minutes
BREAD & PIES
BREAD / PIE MICROWAVE TIME DEFROST PROCEDURE
BREAD
Place bread between two paper
towels in a single layer.
2 Slices 35 – 40 seconds
4 Slices 1 minute
6 Slices 2 minutes
BREAD ROLLS
1 Roll 35 – 45 seconds
2 Rolls 1 minute 25 seconds
Individual Meat Pie 3 – 3 ½ minutes Remove pie from packaging and
foil case. On a plate, place the pie
between two paper towels.
Turn over pie halfway through the
cook time.
Allow to stand for 3 – 5 minutes
before reheating.
Whole Meat Pie 6 ½ - 7 ½ minutes
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MANUAL COOKING CHARTS
FROZEN VEGETABLES CHART
1. Place vegetables in a medium/large Microwave safe glass bowl or ceramic dish. Cover with plastic wrap
and pierce with a fork or cover with lid.
2. Halfway through cooking, stir the vegetables to allow for even cooking.
3. Allow vegetables to stand for 2 minutes before draining any water and then serve.
VEGETABLE WEIGHT COOK TIME
(100%Microwave Power)SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Green Beans
(Whole)
500g 6 – 7 minutes
Broccoli 500g 6 ½ - 7 minutes When stirring halfway through the
cook time, arrange the florets with
flowers facing towards the centre to
avoid burning.
Carrots (sliced)500g 7 – 7 ½ minutes
Cauliflower 500g 7 ½ - 8 ½ minutes When stirring halfway through the
cook time, arrange the florets with
flowers facing towards the centre to
avoid burning.
Corn on the Cob 4 pieces 6 – 6 ½ minutes
Peas (green)500g 6 – 6 ½ minutes
Spinach 250g 4 – 4 ½ minutes When stirring halfway through the
cook time, break apart the spinach as
much as possible.
Mixed Vegetables
(e.g. Peas, corn
kernels and
carrot)
500g 6 – 6 ½ minutes
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