Sharp R-743M Instruction Manual

R-743M
MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GRILL
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
900W (IEC 60705)
E
Quartz Dual Grill
R-743
Poultry
Meat Joint
8
7
1
Roast Beef / Lamb
2
Roast Pork
3
Roast Poultry
4
Oven Ready Pizza
5
Crispy Crumb Foods
6
Oven Chips
KG/%TURNSTIR GRILL MICRO COOK
Auto Cook
Auto Defrost
STOP
CLEAR
START
AUTO MINUTE
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
10min. 1min. 10sec.
1.0KG 0.1KG PCS
OPERATION MANUAL
This operation manual contains important information which you should read carefully
before using your microwave oven.
IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is not
followed or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.
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CONTENTS
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Oven & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety:
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Basic Operation:
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Dual Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Advanced/Auto Operation:
Auto Cook / Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Auto Cook / Defrost Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Other Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 - 14
Maff Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cooking Advice: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 17
Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 - 18
Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Advice for Cooking & Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
CookBook: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 - 47
Aftercare:
Cleaning & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 - 49
To replace the mains plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
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OVEN & ACCESSORIES
Door opening button
Waveguide cover
(distributing microwaves)
Oven cavity Turntable support system
Door seals
& sealing surfaces
Control panel
(see facing page
for detail)
Oven lamp
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.
To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes
or containers are lifted clear of the turntable
rim when removing them from the oven.
NOTE: When you order accessories, please
mention two details: part name and model
name to your dealer or SHARP authorised
service agent.
❏
❏
❏
Air vent openings
Outer cabinet
Power supply cord
Grill heating element
For use, see page 16.
❏
Low and High Racks
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CONTROL PANEL
R-743
Poultry
Meat Joint
8
7
1
Roast Beef / Lamb
2
Roast Pork
3
Roast Poultry
4
Oven Ready Pizza
5
Crispy Crumb Foods
6
Oven Chips
KG/%TURNSTIR GRILL MICRO COOK
Auto Cook
Auto Defrost
STOP
CLEAR
START
AUTO MINUTE
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
10min. 1min. 10sec.
1.0KG 0.1KG PCS
1
2
3
4
6
1. DIGITAL DISPLAY.
2. AUTO COOK/DEFROST key: Press to
select one of six AUTO COOK menus and
two AUTO DEFROST menus.
3. MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key:
Press to select desired function.
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 keys: Use to enter cooking time and
also the desired weights.
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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Oven Use:
• This 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.
• Never attempt to move the oven while it is
operating.
Childcare: Only allow children to use the oven
without supervision when adequate instuctions have
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.
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.
WARNING:
If the door or seals are damaged, the oven must not
be operated until it has been repaired by a competent
person.
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.
WARNING:
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent
person to carry out any service or repair operation
which involves the removal of a cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.
1.Remove all packing materials and the feature label,
(if attached). 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 of free space above the
oven of 19.5cm.
4.Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or high
humidity are generated, (for example, near or
above a conventional oven) or near combustible
materials (for example, curtains). Do not block or
obstruct air vent openings, as obstructions may
ignite due to the emission of hot air.
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.The oven door becomes hot during cooking. To
prevent burning, the oven should be placed at least
85cm or more above the floor.
8.Do not use the oven outdoors.
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
19.5cm
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BEFORE OPERATION
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 (for B type) supplied 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 power supply cord 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 49.
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 49.
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key the display will show:
(Heat the grill with the oven empty for 20 minutes. See
the NOTE and the instructions for grilling on page 9).
To set the clock, refer to the next page.
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.
STIR TURN KG/% GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG/% GRILL MICRO COOK
1.
2.
x1
STOP
CLEAR
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SETTING THE CLOCK
6
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 10 MINUTE
key twice and the 1
MINUTE key twice to
enter the hours.
1. Press MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key and hold for
three seconds.
4. Press MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key once.
Check the display.
6. Press MICRO/GRILL/
DUAL key once to start
the clock.
5. Press 10 MINUTE key 5
times and the 1 MINUTE
key 9 times to enter
the minutes.
STIR TURN KG/ % GRILL MICRO COOK
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
x1 for three
seconds
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
10min.
1min.
10min.
1min.
x1
x1 for three secs
2. Select the 24 hour clock.
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
x1
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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MICROWAVING
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MICROWAVING
Introduction: Microwave energy causes the
particles in food to vibrate. This results in the food
being heated up due to the 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. (Refer to suitable cookware
page 16-17)
Prepare and place food in suitable container onto
the turntable. Close the door.
Opening and closing the door: To open the
oven door, press the door opening button. 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 STOP/CLEAR or open the
oven door. To start the oven, close the door and
press START/AUTO MINUTE. If you wish to
cancel the cooking programme, press
STOP/CLEAR twice.
1. Press the TIME
keys to enter the
cooking time.
2. Select power
level. (See Power
Levels, page 8).
3. Press
START/AUTO
MINUTE
once to
start cooking.
Press START/AUTO
MINUTE
once to start
cooking.
Enter heating time,
press the 10 SEC.
key three times.
Press MICROWAVE
POWER LEVEL once
for 100P (HIGH).
Display will count
down through
heating time.
Example:
To melt 50g (2oz) butter on 100P (HIGH) power for 30 seconds.
x3
GETTING STARTED:
Getting started in three simple steps:
Display will count down through cooking time.
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.
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
10min. 1min. 10sec.
10sec.
x1
x1
START
AUTO MINUTE
START
AUTO MINUTE
x1
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
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To defrost foods not included in the Auto Defrost menu, use microwave power levels 30P (MEDIUM LOW) or
10P (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 charts in the cookbook section of this manual.
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
100P
(HIGH)
x1
70P
(MEDIUM
HIGH)
x2
50P
(MEDIUM)
x3
30P
(MEDIUM
LOW)
x4
10P
(LOW)
x5
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
DEFROSTING
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
MICRO/GRILL/DUAL 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
To change the power level for cooking, enter the
required time and then press the
MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key.
For example:
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1. Press the TIME
keys to enter
grilling time.
2. Press MICRO /
GRILL / DUAL
key six times.
3. Press
START/AUTO
MINUTE to start
grilling.
GETTING STARTED: Getting started in three simple steps:
Display will count down through grilling time.
9
GRILLING
x8
x6
x1
x1
10min. 1min. 10sec.
START
AUTO MINUTE
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
1min.
START
AUTO MINUTE
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
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 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.
It is not necessary to preheat the grill. Follow
recommended grilling times and procedures in the
cookbook section of this manual.
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.
The high rack is recommended for grilling small items such as 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 high rack if the container is shallow enough.
However, it is advisable to place such containers directly onto the turntable or low rack - allow a little extra
time to brown and crisp.
Example:
To grill for 8 miutes. Close the oven door.
1. Enter the grilling time, press the 1 MINUTE key
eight times.
2. Press MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key six times.
3. Press START/AUTO MINUTE once to start
grilling.
x6
The oven will count down.
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DUAL GRILLING
The DUAL GRILL feature enables a combination of
any one of three microwave power levels with the grill,
30P (MEDIUM LOW), 50P (MEDIUM) and 70P
(MEDIUM HIGH).
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 MINUTE key once and
the 1 MINUTE key five times to enter
a grilling time of 15 minutes.
2. Press MICRO/GRILL /
DUAL key eight times.
3. Press START/
AUTO MINUTE
once to start
cooking.
10min.
1min.
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
GRILL
DUAL
MICRO
x1 x1
x5 x8
Use the high 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.
START
AUTO MINUTE
STIR TURN KG/ % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
You cannot select the 100P (HIGH) and 10P (LOW) power level when using DUAL GRILL.
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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 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 Pizza (0.5Kg):
1. In the example given here, AUTO COOK/
DEFROST key is pressed 4 times to select Pizza
(AC-4) from the Auto Cook menu.
2. Enter the weight by pressing the
1 min key five times.
3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE key once to
start cooking. The display will count down through
the cooking time.
NOTES:
•As recommended for using the PLUS or LESS
function in the chart on page 12, press the AUTO
COOK/DEFROST key immediately before
pressing START/AUTO MINUTE key. Refer to
page 13.
•The oven will display the error message (E E) if
you input a weight which is outside the range
given in the table on page 12.
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
x4
1.
2.
3.
x1
START
AUTO MINUTE
STIR TURN KG / % GRILL MICRO COOK
1min.
x5
0.1kg
The display counts down
through the cooking time.
Weight Range:
Food weight should be rounded up or down to the nearest 0.1kg. eg. 0.65kg to 0.7kg. You are restricted
to enter a weight within the range given (see chart on page 12). To cook/defrost weights below or above
that range, refer to the charts in the SHARP Cookbook.
Poultry
Meat Joint
8
7
1
Roast Beef / Lamb
2
Roast Pork
3
Roast Poultry
4
Oven Ready Pizza
5
Crispy Crumb Foods
6
Oven Chips
Auto Cook Auto Defrost
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AC-1
Roast Beef / Lamb
AC-2
Roast Pork
AC-3
Roast Poultry
AC-4
Oven Ready Pizza
AC-5
Crispy Crumb Foods
AC-6
Oven Chips
12
AUTO COOK/DEFROST CHART
•Place meat in a flan dish on the low rack.
•Turn meat over when the oven indicates.
•After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for
10 minutes.
NOTE: Use the PLUS function for meat which is well done and the
LESS function (for beef/lamb only) for meat which is rare. It is not
possible to use the LESS function for pork.
•Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish on the low rack.
•Turn meat over when the oven indicates.
•After cooking, leave meat to stand wrapped in aluminium foil for
10 minutes.
NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for poultry.
•Place the pizza on the high rack.
•Stand for 2-3 minutes after cooking.
•Place in a flan dish on the high rack.
•Turn over when the oven indicates.
•Stand for 2-3 minutes after cooking.
NOTE: Use the PLUS function for frozen crispy crumb foods.
•Place in a flan dish on the high rack.
•Turn over when the oven indicates.
NOTE: Use the LESS function for French Fried oven chips.
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
AUTO COOK
AD-1
Meat Joint
(Beef/Lamb Pork)
AD-2
Poultry (Whole)
•Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
•Turn over when oven indicates.
•Leave to stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-90 minutes until thoroughly
defrosted.
•Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
•Turn over when oven indicates.
•Leave to stand, wrapped in foil, for 45-90 minutes until thoroughly
defrosted
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
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.
0.6 - 1.8kg
1.2 - 1.8kg
AUTO DEFROST
Auto cook: All menus use microwave power and
grill during cooking.
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 pad.
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.
0.6 - 1.8kg
0.6 - 1.8kg
1.2 - 1.8kg
0.1 - 0.9kg
0.1 - 0.4kg
0.1 - 0.4kg
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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. To select LESS or PLUS, press the
AUTO COOK/DEFROST key 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 automatic programmes.
Example: To cook using Auto Cook Roast Pork, weighing 1.0kg for a ‘well done’result.
3. Press AUTO COOK/
DEFROST once to select ‘PLUS’.
2. Enter the weight
(1.0kg).
1. Select AC-2
(Roast Pork).
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
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
AUTO COOK/
DEFROST
10min.
1.0KG
x1
x2
1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING:
A sequence of 3 stages (maximum) can be programmed using combinations of MICROWAVE, GRILL or
DUAL GRILL.
•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 START/AUTO MINUTE to start sequence cooking.
x1
4. Press START.
START
AUTO MINUTE
x1
NOTE: If you require beef ‘rare’press AUTO COOK/DEFROST key twice at stage three above.
The display will show ‘LESS’.
The oven will count down
through cooking.
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
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, pressing the STOP/CLEAR key or cooking completion.
3. AUTO MINUTE
START
AUTO MINUTE
To check the microwave power level during cooking press the MICRO/GRILL/DUAL key. As long as your
finger is pressing 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
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MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
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COOKING ADVICE
E
900W
The heating category (a letter A to E) developed
by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Food) with microwave oven and food
manufacturers shows 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.
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.
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
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 MICROWAVE 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.
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
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YES YES YES
YES NO NO
YES NO NO
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/NO* NO YES/
NO*
* Dishes with metallic decoration must
not be used.
YES NO NO
When heating food in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven
due to possiblity of ignition.
YES NO NO
When heating food in plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye on the oven
due to possiblity of ignition.
YES YES YES
The metal racks supplied have been
specifically designed for all cooking
modes, their use will not cause arcing
or damage to the 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.
Metal Racks.
SUITABLE FOR
MICROWAVING GRILL DUAL
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR
MICROWAVING GRILL DUAL
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 in order to avoid burns.
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
manufacturers' 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.
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
Metal cookware.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers, made
from
"Micro Foil®".
NO NO
YES NO
Metal trays
may be used
YES YES/NO
See method
recommended
for cooking
& defrosting
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
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Quality &
Composition
Piercing
Arrangement
Covering
Size & Shape
Density &
Quantity
Hygiene
Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas cake, 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), must be pierced in several places. If
not, steam will build up and may cause food to
explode.
Note: Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled
eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since
they may explode even after 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 affect the amount of cooking time
required. 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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