Sharp R-642M Instruction Manual

800 W (IEC 705)
R-642M
MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
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CONTENTS
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.
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Basic Operation:
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
How to Operate the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Maff Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Dual Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Auto Operation:
Auto Cook/Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Other Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Cooking Advice:
Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
Advice For Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Advice For Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Cookbook: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-34
Aftercare:
Cleaning & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-36
To replace the mains plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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13
14
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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 turntable damage, ensure dishes and
containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when
removing them from the oven.
15 Rack (For use of the rack, refer to the grilling and
dual grilling sections on pages 9 and 10 ).
NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention
two details: part name and model name to your dealer
or SHARP authorised service facility.
1Grill heating element
2Control panel
3Oven lamp
4Waveguide cover
5Seal packing
6Oven cavity
7Door seals and sealing surfaces
8Door opening handle
9Ventilation openings
10 Outer cabinet
11 Power cord
2
3
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654
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10
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CONTROL PANEL
1. DIGITAL DISPLAY.
2. AUTO COOK / DEFROST key.
Use for programming the AUTO
COOK/DEFROST menus. This key also
functions as LESS/PLUS key.
3. MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key.
Press to select the desired mode.
4. STOP/CLEAR key.
Press once to stop a programme,
and/or twice to cancel a programme.
5. START/AUTO MINUTE key.
Press to start a programme. Press to
cook on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute or
increase time during cooking in
multiples of 1 minute.
6. TIME/WEIGHT keys.
Press to enter the cooking time, and
also the desired weight when using.
AUTO COOK/DEFROST.
7. AUTO DEFROST menu.
8. AUTO COOK menu.
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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
WARNING:
Only allow children to use the oven without supervision
when adequate instruction has been given so that the
child is able to use the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper use.
Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker,
consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer
prior to oven 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.Ensure there is a minimum free space above the
oven of 21 cm.
4.Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or high
humidity are generated, (for example, near or
above a conventional oven or kettle) 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
(See Installation next page) 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.
Fire: If food overheats, starts to smoke or
burn: Keep the oven door closed; turn the
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.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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INSTALLATION
WARNING:
It is hazardous for anyone other than a
competant person to carry out any service
or repair operation which involves the
removal of a cover which gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy.
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 plug or socket is loose or the power supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special cord. The exchange must be made by an
authorised SHARP service agent. Contact your
dealer or a Service Technician appointed by
SHARP.
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 36.
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 36.
BEFORE OPERATION
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Touch the STOP/CLEAR key the display will
show:
To set the clock, see page 6.
Use of the STOP/CLEAR key.
Use the STOP/CLEAR key to:
1. Erase a mistake during programming.
2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.
3. Cancel a programme during cooking, touch twice.
1.
2.
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STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
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STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
Heat the oven using GRILL mode without food for
20 minutes. See note on page 9.
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SETTING THE CLOCK
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x1 x5 x9
Your oven is fitted with a clock which can be set to the time of day.
There are two setting modes: 12 hour clock and 24 hour clock.
To set the 12 hour clock, hold the
MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key for three seconds.
“12H” will appear on the display.
To set the 24 hour clock, press the
MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key once more after step 1, in
the example below. “24H” will appear in the display.
Example:
To set the 24 hour clock to 22:59 :
x2x2
3. Press the 10 min
key twice and the 1
min key twice to
enter the hours.
1. Press the MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key and hold for
three seconds.
4. Press the
MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key once.
Check the display.
6. Press the MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key once to start
the clock.
5. Press the 10 min key 5
times and the 1 min
key 9 times to enter
the minutes.
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
x1 for three secs
x1
x1
x1 for three secs
2. Select the 24 hour clock.
x1
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MICROWAVING
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HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN
Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle.
The oven lamp will come on while the door is open.
Close the door firmly and the oven lamp will go out.
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.
WARNING
Always operate the oven with the turntable
and support fitted correctly, see page 2. This
promotes thorough even cooking.
A badly fitted turntable may rattle, may not
rotate properly and damage the oven.
The turntable rotates clockwise or counter
clockwise. The rotary direction may change
each time you start the oven. This does not
affect cooking performance.
Enter cooking time,
press the 1 min
key twice.
Press the MICRO/
GRILL/DUAL key
twice for 70P
(MEDIUM HIGH).
Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once to
start cooking.
Display will count
down through
cooking time.
Example:
To cook for 2 minutes on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) power.
x2 x1
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 14-15).
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STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
1. 2. 3. 4.
x2
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E
800W
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 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
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.
Enter required time and select the power level:
There are 5 microwave power levels (eg. cooking time is 1 minute):
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 MICRO / GRILL
/ DUAL 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 20, for cooking
see pages 21 and 22, for reheating
see page 23.
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.
E
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GRILLING
DEFROSTING
To defrost foods not included in the Auto Defrost menu, use
microwave power levels 30P (MEDIUM LOW) or10P (LOW). Stir
or turn food at least 2-3 times during defrosting.
After defrosting, cover food or wrap in aluminium foil and leave to
stand until thoroughly defrosted. Refer to the defrosting chart in the
cookbook section on page 20.
The grill at the top of the oven cavity has one power setting. Assisted by the turntable which rotates to ensure
even browning, the grill is both economical and ideal for cooking food such as bacon, gammon steaks, fish
fingers and tea cakes or for making cheese on toast. It is also ideal for browning and crisping food which
has been microwaved.
x8 x6 x1
Example:
To grill for 8 minutes. Close the oven door.
1. Enter the grilling time,
press the 1 min key eight
times.
2. Press the MICRO/
GRILL/DUAL key
six times.
3. Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key once to
start grilling.
The display will
count down
through the
grilling time.
It is not necessary to preheat the grill.
It is recommended to use the rack for grilling small items such as toast, bacon or steak, turn over halfway through
grilling. Place food directly on the rack, in a flan dish or on a heat-resistant plate.
When browning or crisping foods in a casserole dish, use the rack if the container is shallow enough. However, it
is advisable to place such containers directly onto the turntable, allow a little extra time to brown and crisp.
NOTE:
When first using the grill heater, smoke and odour will be given off. To avoid this happening when food is
being cooked, heat the grill heating element without food for approximately 20 minutes.
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DUAL GRILLING
The DUAL GRILL feature enables a combination of
any one of two microwave power levels with the grill,
30P (MEDIUM LOW), and 50P (MEDIUM).
The combination of microwaves with the grill reduces
cooking time and provides a crisp, brown finish
giving you the convenience of fast cooking with a
traditional appetising appearance.
DUAL GRILL is pre-programmed to combine the grill
with 30P (MEDIUM LOW) microwave power. If you
wish to change the microwave power level, press the
MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key until the desired power
level is shown on the display. The microwave power
level will change.
Example:
To cook using DUAL GRILL, 50P (MEDIUM) microwave power for 15 minutes.
Close the oven door.
1. Press the 10 min key once and the
1 min key five times to enter a
grilling time of 15 minutes.
2. Press the MICRO/GRILL
/ DUAL key eight times.
3. Press the START/
AUTO MINUTE
key once to start
cooking.
x1 x1
x5 x8
Use the rack for grilling small items such as bacon or burgers, turn over halfway through cooking. Food can be
placed directly on the rack, on a heat-resistant plate or in a flan dish on the rack.
When browning or crisping foods in a casserole dish, use the rack if the container is shallow enough.
However, it is advisable to place such containers directly onto the turntable to allow a little extra time to brown
and crisp.
Follow recommended Dual Grill times and procedures given in the chart on pages 24 and 25.
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
You cannot select the 100P (HIGH) or 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) or 10P (LOW) power level.
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AUTO COOK/DEFROST
AUTO COOK / AUTO 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 12.
HOW TO OPERATE AUTO COOK/DEFROST:
•Press the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key until
the number corresponding to the food listed
on the control panel appears in the display.
•Enter the weight or quantity.
•To start cooking press the START/AUTO
MINUTE key.
Example:
To cook two Chicken Portions (AC-4):
1. In the example given here, the AUTO COOK/
DEFROST key is pressed 4 times to select Chicken
Portions (AC-4) from the Auto Cook menu.
2. Enter the number of pieces (two) by pressing the
10 sec (pcs) key twice.
3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE key once to
start the cooking. The display will count down
through the cooking time.
NOTES:
• If using the PLUS or LESS function (as
recommended in the chart on P.12), press the
AUTO COOK/DEFROST key once or twice
immediately before pressing the START/AUTO
MINUTE key. For full instructions see P.13.
x4
1.
2.
3.
x1
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STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
x2
The display counts down
through the cooking time.
PCS
Weight Range:
Food weight should be rounded up or down to the nearest 0.1kg e.g. 0.65kg to 0.7kg
or 0.34kg to 0.3 kg. You are restricted to enter a weight within the range given (see chart on page 12).
To cook/defrost weights above or below the range given refer to the cookbook section. To cook or defrost
food which is not included in the AUTO COOK/DEFROST menu, refer to the charts on pages 20-25.
The oven will display the error message (EE) if you input a weight which is outside the range given in the
chart on page 12.
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AUTO DEFROST
AC-1
Roast Beef/Lamb
AC-2
Roast Pork
AC-3
Roast Poultry
AC-4
Chicken Portions
AC-5
Crispy Crumb Foods
(ie fish fingers,
chicken nuggets)
AC-6
Oven Chips
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AUTO COOK /DEFROST CHART
0.5 - 1.5kg
1.2 - 1.6kg
1-3 pieces
(1piece =250g)
0.1 - 0.4kg
0.1 - 0.4kg
• Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
• Turn meat over when the oven indicates.
• After cooking, leave meat to stand covered in aluminium foil for 10
minutes.
NOTE: Use the PLUS function for meat well done and the LESS function
( beef/lamb only) for rare meat.
It is not possible to use the LESS function for pork.
• Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish on the turntable.
• Turn poultry over when the oven indicates.
• After cooking, leave poultry to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for
10 minutes.
NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for poultry.
• Place chicken portion(s) on the rack (best side down).
• Turn chicken portion(s) over when the oven indicates.
• After cooking, leave to stand covered with aluminium foil for 4-5
minutes.
NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for chicken portion(s).
• Place the Crispy Crumb Foods in a flan dish on the rack.
• Turn the food over when the oven indicates. After cooking, leave to
stand for 2-3 mins before serving.
NOTE: Use the PLUS function for Frozen Crispy Crumb Foods.
• Place the oven chips in a flan dish on the rack. Turn over when the
oven indicates. Leave to stand for 2-3 mins before serving.
NOTE: Use the LESS function for thin oven chips.
Use the PLUS function for thick oven chips.
AD-7
Meat Joint
(Beef/Lamb/Pork)
AD-8
Poultry (Whole)
• Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
• Turn over when oven indicates.
• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-90 minutes until thoroughly
defrosted.
• As above.
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
NOTE: For converting to Lb/oz, please see conversion
charts on page 19.
Auto cook : All menus use microwave power and grill
during cooking.
Auto defrost: If necessary, small pieces of aluminium foil
can be used to shield small areas of meat/poultry if they
become warm during defrosting. Ensure foil does not touch
oven walls. Do not cook meat/poultry until thoroughly
defrosted.
0.5 - 1.5kg
1.2 - 1.6kg
AUTO COOK
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 START/AUTO MINUTE key.
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.
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
2. LESS AND PLUS:
The LESS and PLUS function allows you to cook food more or less than the preset automatic programmes.
For example, if you prefer beef which is rare, or if you prefer beef well done
3. Press the AUTO COOK/
DEFROST key once to select
‘PLUS’.
2. Enter the weight
(1.0kg).
1. Select AC-2
(Roast Pork).
Example: To cook using Auto Cook Roast Pork, weighing 1.0kg for a ‘well done’ result.
A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed using combinations of MICROWAVE, GRILL or
DUAL GRILL.
1st Stage 2nd Stage
Example:
Suppose you want to cook for 2 minutes on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) microwave power and then for 5minutes on grill.
Input the time
(2 mins.)
Press the
MICRO/GRILL
/DUAL key
twice
Input the time
(5 mins.)
Press the
START/
AUTO
MINUTE key
Press the
MICRO/
GRILL/DUAL
key 6 times
x1
x2
• To programme a series of sequences: Input the cooking time followed by the desired cooking mode.
• Repeat this procedure twice, to a maximum of three sequences.
• Finally, press the START/AUTO MINUTE key to start sequence cooking.
NOTE: If you require beef ‘rare’ press the AUTO COOK/DEFROST key twice at stage three above.
The display will show ‘LESS’.
1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING:
x1
4. Press the
START/AUTO
MINUTE key.
x1
AUTO MINUTE enables you to cook on 100P (HIGH) microwave power in
multiples of 1 minute, by pressing the START /AUTO MINUTE key.
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.
NOTE: To avoid misuse by children the START/AUTO MINUTE key can be used only within 1 minute after
preceding operation, i.e. closing the door or pressing the STOP/CLEAR key.
3. AUTO MINUTE
To check the microwave power level during cooking press the MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key. As long as your
finger is touching the MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key the power level will be displayed. The oven continues to
count down although the display will show the power level.
4. TO CHECK THE POWER LEVEL
1.0kg
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
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 MICRO/GRILL/DUAL 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.
SUITABLE FOR
MICROWAVE GRILL DUAL GRILL
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.
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.
YES
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO
YES
Except for dishes with
metallic decoration.
NO
NO
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.
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
NO
YES
Metal trays
may be used.
YES
NO
NO
YES
See procedure
recommended
for microwaving.
COOKWARE
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.
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
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.
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
Metal cookware.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers, made
from "Micro Foil®".
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 should be stirred or
shaken and the temperature checked
before consumption to avoid burns.
SUITABLE FOR
MICROWAVE GRILL DUAL GRILL
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
Composition
& quality
Piercing
Arrangement
Covering
Size & shape
Density &
quantity
Hygiene
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 casseroles.
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
microwave ovens since they may explode
even after microwave heating has ended.
Canned potatoes should not be heated in
the microwave oven as they may burst.
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.
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 affects 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.
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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.
Never heat liquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the
contents erupting from the container and may cause 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, Mince pies or Christmas pudding.
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 pierced or vented 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 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 70P (MEDIUM HIGH). Stir at least once
during reheating.
Plated meals
Casseroles
Poultry portions
Sliced meat
Pies
Vegetables
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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 45-60 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 20.
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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