Sharp R-345M Instruction Manual

900W (IEC 60705)
R-345M
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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SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD MADE IN U.K.
MICROWAVE OVEN
230 - 240V ~ 50Hz
OUTPUT POWER
FREQUENCY
SERIAL No.
R-345(W)M
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
MODEL:
BEAB
Approved
WARNING - MICROWAVE ENERGY
DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER
2.4kW
900W
2450MHz
SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD MADE IN U.K.
MICROWAVE OVEN
230 - 240V ~ 50Hz
OUTPUT POWER
FREQUENCY
SERIAL No.
R-345(SL)M
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
MODEL:
BEAB
Approved
WARNING - MICROWAVE ENERGY
DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER
2.4kW
900W
2450MHz
RATINGS LABEL
Please record the SERIAL NUMBER of your microwave oven in the space provided below.
The SERIAL NUMBER is shown on the ratings label which is located on
the rear of the microwave oven.
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CONTENTS
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
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
Auto Cook/Auto Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Auto Cook/Auto Defrost Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Other Convenient Functions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cooking Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14
Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Advice for Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Aftercare:
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20
To Replace the Mains Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cookbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-45
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
Air vent openings
Outer cabinet
Power supply cord
Door opening button
Oven lamp
Waveguide cover
(distributing microwaves)
Oven cavity
Door Latches
Turntable support system
Door seals
& sealing surfaces
Control panel
(see facing page
for detail)
Turntable
Turntable
support
Coupling
Place the turntable support
in the centre of the oven
floor so that it can freely
rotate around the coupling.
Place the turntable onto
the turntable support so
that it locates firmly into
the coupling.
❏
❏
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Digital Display
2. AUTO COOK/DEFROST key
press to select 1 of 6 AUTO
COOK or 2 AUTO DEFROST
programmes.
3. POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT key
4. STOP/CLEAR key
5. START/AUTO MINUTE key
6. TIME keys
1
6
2
3
4
5
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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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 defeat 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.
(See page 21).
•Never attempt to move the oven while it is
operating.
Childcare: Only allow children to use the oven under
close adult supervision, children should be taught all
important safety instructions. Do not allow anyone to
play with the oven, lean or swing on the oven door.
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.
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 including the feature
sticker. Do not remove the plastic film from the inside
of the oven window as this protects it from dirt.
2.Place 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.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.
4.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged
(See Installation next page) and that it does not run
under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces.
5.The socket must be readily accessible so that it can
be easily unplugged in an emergency.
6.Do not use the oven outdoors.
Fire: If smoke is observed, switch off and
unplug the appliance and keep the door
closed in order to stifle any flames.
Liquids: Microwave heating of beverages.
can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care has to be taken when
handling the container.
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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INSTALLATION
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BUILDING-IN-KIT.
An installation frame is available which enables the
microwave oven to be integrated within a kitchen unit.
The microwave oven is not designed to be built above
or near a conventional oven.
SHARP recommend the use of the build in kit, EBR-
4500, available from your SHARP dealer. Only the
use of this frame will guarantee the quality and safety
of the oven. When building, follow installation
instructions supplied for A type models carefully.
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 plug or socket is loose or the power supply
cord is damaged, do not operate the oven, it must
be replaced with a special power cord, by the
manufacturer or their service agent or a similarly
qualified person.
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 cord as this may damage
the power supply cord and the connections inside
the plug.
•This 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 20.
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 given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 20.
BEFORE OPERATION
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key:
The display will show:
To set the clock, see page 6
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
1.
2. x1
STOP
CLEAR
19.5cm
Do not use the
oven outdoors.
The minimum
height of free
space necessary
above the top
surface of the
oven is 19.5cm.
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NOTE:
1. If you press any of the time keys too many times, continue to press until
your 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.
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SETTING THE CLOCK
There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and
24 hour-clock:
1. To set the 12 hour clock, press the POWER
LEVEL/WEIGHT key once for 3 seconds.
will appear in the display.
2. To set the 24 hour clock, press the POWER
LEVEL/WEIGHT key once more after Step 1, in
the example above. will appear
in the display.
x2 x3
Choose the
24 hour clock.
Choose the clock
function.
(12 hour clock)
To enter the hours
press the 10 MIN
key twice.
Check the display:
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
To set the time of day, follow the example below:
Example:
To set the 24 hour clock to 23:35:
x1
10min.
10min.
1min.
1min.
then the 1 MIN key
3 times.
x5 x1
x3
To enter the minutes
press the 10 MIN
key 3 times.
To change from hours to
minutes press POWER
LEVEL/WEIGHT key once.
Then press the
1 MIN key 5 times.
To start the clock press
POWER LEVEL
/WEIGHT key once.
x1
x1 for 3 seconds.
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x1
for 3 seconds.
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E
900W
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MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
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 60705) 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
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
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.
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.
IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default
to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the POWER LEVEL
key to the desired setting.
Your oven has 5 power levels. To choose the power
level for cooking, follow the advice given in the
recipe section. Generally the following
recommendations apply:
HIGH - (100P output = 900W) used for fast
cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot
beverages, vegetables etc.
MEDIUM HIGH - (70P output = 630W) used for
longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints,
meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes
such as cheese sauce and sponge cakes. At this
reduced setting, the sauce will not boil over and
food will cook evenly without over cooking at the
sides.
MEDIUM - (50P output = 450W) for dense foods
which require a long cooking time when cooked
conventionally, eg. beef dishes, it is advisable to use
this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.
MEDIUM LOW - (30P output = 270W Defrost
setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to
ensure that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is
also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and
cooking egg custard.
LOW - (10P output = 90W) For gentle defrosting,
eg. cream gateaux or pastry.
P = Percentage
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x1
100P (HIGH)
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x2
70P (MED.HIGH)
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x3
50P (MEDIUM)
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x4
30P (MED.LOW)
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x5
10P (LOW)
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
To change the power level for cooking, enter the
required time and then press the POWER LEVEL
key.
For example:
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MICROWAVING
Introduction:
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves
which 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. Only use utensils that are
suitable for microwave ovens.
(See suitable cookware, pages 13 - 14).
HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN
Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, press the door opening button.
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.
Prepare and place food in suitable container onto the
turntable or directly onto the turntable. Close the door.
Example:
To melt 50g (2oz) butter on 70P (MEDIUM) for 30
seconds.
x2 x1
Press the 10 SEC key
3 times.
To input the power level
press the POWER LEVEL
key twice.
x3
10sec.
START
AUTO MINUTE
Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once.
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
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.
STOP
CLEAR
START
AUTO MINUTE
2. If you wish to know the power level during
cooking, press the POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT
key. As long as your finger is pressing this button,
the power level will be displayed.
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
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Example:
To cook rice: 5 minutes on 100P (HIGH) power (Stage 1)
16 minutes on 30P (MEDIUM LOW) power (Stage 2)
A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed, consisting of manual cooking time and mode.
x1 x6
To input the power level
press the POWER
LEVEL/WEIGHT key
once.
STAGE 1
To input the time, press
the 1 MIN key 5
times.
STAGE 2
To input the time
press the 10 MIN
key once.
x1
1min.
1min.
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
10min.
Then press the 1
MIN key 6 times.
x5
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
Display:
The oven will begin to cook for 5 minutes on 100P (HIGH) and then for 16 minutes on 30P
(MEDIUM LOW).
NOTE:
If 100P (HIGH) is selected as the final power level, it is not necessary to enter the power level.
START
AUTO MINUTE
x1
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
Display:
Press the START/AUTO
MINUTE key once to
start.
MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x4
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
Press the POWER
LEVEL/WEIGHT
key four times.
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When action is required (example, to turn food over) the oven stops and the audible signals sound, the
remaining cooking time and any indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking press the AUTO
MINUTE/START key.
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST
AUTO COOK / DEFROST
enables you to cook or defrost those foods listed on
the control panel of the microwave oven. For more
details, see the AUTO COOK / DEFROST chart
on page 11.
Poultry
Meat Joint
8
7
Auto Defrost
1
Roast Beef / Lamb
2
Roast Pork
3
Roast Poultry
Auto Cook
4
Fresh Vegetables
5
Jacket Potatoes
6
Rice / Pasta
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
x1
1. The AUTO COOK key is pressed
once to select the first item, Roast
Beef/Lamb. The display shows AC-1.
2. 1.5 kg is entered by pressing
the POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT
key ten times.
3. The oven will start
automatically.
The display counts down
through the cooking time.
x10
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
10
WEIGHT RANGE:
Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 0.1kg, for example, 0.65 kg to 0.7 kg.
You are restricted to enter a weight within the range given (see chart on page 11).
To cook/defrost weights below or above that range,
or foods not included in the AUTO COOK / DEFROST function refer to the charts on page 23-29.
NOTE:
Jacket potatoes: In this menu, the weight is input in pieces (ie 1 piece = 1 potato = 250g). After selecting menu, use
POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT key to select number of pieces from 1-4.
NOTES:
• As recommended in the chart on the following page, select the LESS/PLUS function immediately after
pressing POWER LEVEL/WEIGHT key, see page 12 for details.
•The final temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check food is piping hot after
cooking. If necessary, you can extend the cooking time and change the power level.
HOW TO OPERATE AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST:
•Press AUTO COOK or AUTO DEFROST until the number corresponding to the food listed on the control
panel appears in the display.
Example: To cook Roast Beef weighing 1.5kg.
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AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST CHART
No MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
AUTO DEFROST
Ad-7. Meat joint 0.6kg - 1.8kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
Beef/Lamb/Pork • Turn over when audible signal sounds.
•Stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-90 minutes until defrosted.
Ad-8. Poultry 1.2kg - 1.8kg • Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish on the
turntable.
•Turn over when audible signal sounds.
•Stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-90 minutes until evenly defrosted.
No MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
AUTO COOK
AC-1. Roast Beef / Lamb 0.6kg - 1.8kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
•Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.
•After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in
aluminium foil for 10 minutes.
• Select LESS for rare. • Select PLUS for well done.
AC-2. Roast Pork 0.6kg - 1.8kg • Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
•Turn meat over when the audible signal sounds.
• After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in
aluminium foil for 10 minutes.
NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for pork.
AC-3. Roast Poultry 1.2kg - 1.8kg • Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish on the
turntable.
•Turn poultry over when the audible signal sounds.
•After cooking, leave poultry to stand wrapped in foil for 10 mins.
NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for poultry.
AC-4. Fresh Vegetables 0.1kg - 0.5kg • Cut, chop or slice fresh vegetables into even sized pieces.
Place fresh vegetables in a suitable container.
•Add 15ml (1tbsp) water per 100g (4oz) vegetables,
cover dish with cling film, pierce in several places and
place on the turntable.
• Stir when oven bleeps.
• Stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
AC-5. Jacket Potatoes 1 - 4 pieces • Pierce each potato in several places, place towards the
(potatoes) edge of the turntable.
250g each • Stand for 5 minutes.
AC-6. Rice / Pasta 0.1kg - 0.3kg • Add 300ml (1/2 pint) of boiling water per 100g (4oz)
rice. Do not cover.
•Stir when oven bleeps.
•Stand for 3-4 minutes before draining and rinsing in boiling water.
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Defrost: If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent
the areas from becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls. Do
not cook the meat or poultry until thoroughly defrosted.
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The LESS and PLUS function allows you to cook food for plus or less time than the pre-set programmes.
For Example, If you prefer vegetables which are
cooked but still crisp, or beef which is rare, use the LESS function.
Alternatively, if you prefer vegetables softer or beef well done, use the
PLUS function.
To select LESS or PLUS, press the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key immediately after entering the weight.
When pressing the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key once, PLUS function will be selected.
When pressing the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key twice, LESS function will be selected.
When pressing the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key 3 times, PLUS/LESS function will be cancelled.
NOTE: LESS and PLUS can only be used with the automatic programmes (see chart on page 11).
For example: To cook using Auto Cook Roast Pork, weighing 1.0kg for a “well done” result.
1. LESS and PLUS function.
OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
AUTO MINUTE enables you to cook on 100P
(HIGH) microwave power in multiples of 1 minute, or
extend cooking times in multiples of 1 minute.
Example:
To cook on 100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes, press the
START/AUTO MINUTE key twice.
AUTO MINUTE enables you to extend cooking time in
multiples of 1 minute during cooking.
START
AUTO MINUTE
STIR TURN KG PCS MICRO COOK
x2
2. AUTO MINUTE
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
POWER LEVEL/
WEIGHT
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
The oven will count
down through the
cooking time.
1. Select AC-2
(Roast Pork).
2. Enter the weight
(1.0kg).
3. Press the AUTO
COOK/DEFROST key
once within 2 seconds.
x2 x5 x1
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COOKING ADVICE
WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use.
Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed
recommended cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may
overheat, burn, and in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
The microwave power level will default to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the POWER LEVEL key to reach the
desired setting. Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding,
mince pies and fruit cakes. Before use, the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Lids: Always remove lids from food jars and containers before you use them in the oven. If you do
not, steam and pressure will build up inside and the container may explode.
Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable.
WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to
explode.
COOKWARE SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
YES
Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent
heat stress. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Be careful as
these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave
popcorn within recommended packaging (follow popcorn
manufacturer's instructions). Never use oil unless the
manufacturer recommends and never cook for longer than
instructed.
NO
YES/NO
Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from
overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil
containers are not recommended unless specified by the
manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
Metal cookware.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers, made
from "Micro Foil®".
SUITABLE COOKWARE
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SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
YES
YES
YES
Microwave cling film and bags must be vented for steam
to escape, pierce in 4-5 places. Do not use plastic or
metal ties as they may melt or catch fire due to electrical
‘arcing’.
YES
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Look at the oven from
time to time when cooking or reheating food in
disposable containers of plastic, paper or other
combustible material. Only use for warming food. Pay
special attention as over-heating may cause a fire in
your oven. When heating food in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the
possibility of ignition.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Only use to absorb fat
and moisture when warming food. Pay special
attention as over-heating may cause a fire in your
oven.
COOKWARE
Heat resistant glass,
(e.g. Pyrex®,
Fire King®,
Corning Ware ®).
Microwave-safe
plastic cookware.
Microwave cling film,
microwave roasting
bags.
Heat-resistant china
and ceramics.
Disposable containers:
Thin plastic, paper,
straw and wooden
containers.
Kitchen paper.
When microwaving, use only those utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated
below:
A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are
recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook.
SUITABLE COOKWARE
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
Stir, turn &
stand
Initial and final
temperature of
food
The temperature of the container is not a true
indication of the temperature of the food or drink. Cut
into foods with fillings, for example, jam doughnuts, to
release heat or steam.
Face & Hands: Always use oven gloves to remove food or cookware from the oven. Stand back
when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as
cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
For even cooking stir, turn or rearrange food during
cooking. Where recommended, leave food to stand
after cooking or defrosting.
The initial temperature of food affects the amount of
cooking time needed, eg. chilled food requires more
cooking than food at room temperature.
Check the temperature of food and drink
and stir before serving. Take special care
when serving babies, children or the
elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and
baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken
and the temperature is to be checked
before consumption to avoid burns.
Composition
& quality
Piercing
Arrangement
Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding or mince
pies) requires less heating time and should be
watched, over-heating can lead to fire.
Good quality ingredients should be used for
microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are
recommended for casserole.
Food with skin (such as potatoes, apples, fish,
chicken), or with membrane (such as the
white and yolk of eggs, including boiled
eggs), must be pierced in several places
before cooking or reheating. If not, steam will
build up and may cause food to explode.
Note: Eggs in their shells and whole hard
boiled eggs should not be heated in the
microwave ovens since they may explode
even after microwaving has ended.
Place thickest parts of food on the outside of the dish,
for example, the meaty ends of chicken drumsticks
should be placed on the outside of the dish.
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Covering
Size & shape
Density &
quantity
Hygiene
Fish, vegetables and certain other foods benefit from
being covered during microwave cookery, follow
recommendations where given and use vented
microwave cling film or a suitable lid.
Food size and shape affect the amount of cooking time
needed. When cooking more than one portion of the
same food ensure they are of a similar size and shape.
Food density and quantity affect the amount of
cooking time needed, for example, potatoes require
more cooking than peas; four potatoes will take
longer to cook than two.
Food hygiene standards (storage, handling and
preparation) apply to microwaving. Always store
convenience foods as recommended by the food
manufacturer and keep no longer than the "Use
By" date.
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
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ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING
Meat joints
Poultry
Steak, Chops
& Chicken
Portions
Cubed &
Minced Meat
Whole fish
& Fillets
Prepacked
Frozen Foods
Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4-5 times
during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small,
flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and
allow meat to stand for 45-60 minutes, until
thoroughly defrosted.
Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 3-4 times
during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small,
pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow
poultry to stand for 45-90 minutes, until thoroughly
defrosted.
NOTE: Do not defrost poultry with giblets.
Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and
turn over at least 2-3 times. Shield if necessary.
Place in a flan dish, stir or turn over at least 3-4 times
during defrosting, remove defrosted parts each time.
For frozen blocks of meat see ‘Minced Meat’ in the
charts on page 23.
Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and
turn over at least twice. Shield if necessary.
Remove packaging, including any foil and place in a
suitable dish.
NOTES:
•To defrost food, use either 30P (MEDIUM LOW) or
10P (LOW) microwave power.
•Shield warm areas with small pieces of foil if
necessary.
•It is important to turn food over, separate (where
appropriate) and rearrange to ensure even
defrosting.
•Standing time is necessary to ensure thorough
defrosting.
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ADVICE FOR REHEATING
WARNINGS:
Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. Stand back
when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as
cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken
and the temperature is to be checked before consumption in order to avoid
burns.
•Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating.
•Reheating times will be affected by the shape, depth, quantity and temperature of food together
with the size, shape and material of the container.
•To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high
sugar or fat content, for example, minced pies or Christmas pudding.
•Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturers’
instructions on the can.
Remove any poultry or meat portions, reheat
these separately, see below. Place smaller items of
food to the centre of the plate, larger and thicker foods
to the edge. Cover with vented microwave cling film
and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM) , stir/rearrange halfway
through reheating. Ensure food is thoroughly reheated
before serving.
Cover with vented microwave cling film or suitable lid,
reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). Stir frequently to ensure
even reheating.
Place thickest parts of the portions on the outside of the
dish, cover with microwave cling film and reheat on
70P (MEDIUM HIGH) . Turn over halfway through.
NOTE: Ensure poultry is thoroughly reheated, before serving.
Cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on
50P (MEDIUM). Rearrange at least once to ensure
even reheating. NOTE: Ensure meat is thoroughly
reheated before serving.
Place pies on a plate or in a flan dish. Reheat meat
pies on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) and fruit pies on 50P
(MEDIUM) .
Cover with vented microwave cling film or suitable lid
and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). Stir at least once
during reheating.
Plated meals
Casserole
Poultry portions
Sliced meat
Pies
Vegetables
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