Sharp R-8740M User manual

R-8740M
MICROWAVE OVEN WITH TOP & BOTTOM
GRILLS AND CONVECTION
OPERATION MANUAL
900 W (IEC 60705)
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Oven and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety:
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation:
Microwaving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Memory Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Time Reduce Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Manual Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Microwave Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Grilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preheating the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Convection Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Dual Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 - 16
Cooking Advice:
Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 - 18
Food Handling & Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 19
Advice for Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Advice for Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Advice for Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Cookbook:
Reheating Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 - 24
Cooking Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 - 29
Defrosting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 32
Aftercare:
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 - 35
To Replace the Mains Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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.
If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our
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CONTENTS
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WARNING:
The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot
during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle
provided.
1Control panel
2Oven lamp
3Grill heating element (top grill)
4Door opening button
5Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)
6Oven cavity
7Turntable motor shaft
8Grill heating element (bottom grill)
9Door seals and sealing surfaces
10 Ventilation openings
11 Power cord
12 Outer cabinet
ACCESSORIES:
Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:
13 Turntable 14 Handle (x1), use to remove turntable from the oven while hot.
Place the turntable on to the turntable motor shaft so that it locates firmly.
To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes and containers are lifted clear of
the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.
• Never touch the bottom grill when it is hot.
NOTES:
• Always operate the oven with the turntable fitted correctly. 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.
• When you order accessories, please mention two details: part name and
model name to your dealer or SHARP approved service facility.
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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Bottom grill
Turntable motor
shaft
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1. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. INDICATORS:
These indicators will light corresponding with
below symbols
: Time reduce
: Memory
: Manual
: Percentage (for microwave
power level)
: Lock (showing oven lock is set)
: Cook (showing oven in operation)
3. COOKING MODE indicator lights.
These indicator lights will light during
each cooking mode.
OPERATION KEYS:
4. NUMBER keys for time and memory
programming
5. START key
6. STOP key
7. SOUND key
8. BOTTOM GRILL key
9. TOP GRILL key
10. CONVECTION key
To change the convection temperature
11. MICROWAVE key
To change the microwave power setting
12. MANUAL key
13. MEMORY key
14. TIME REDUCE key
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CONTROL PANEL
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INSTALLATION
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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 SHARP approved
service facility. (see p. 36)
1. Remove all packing materials including the
feature sticker (if applicable). Do not remove the
plastic film from the inside of the oven window as
this protects it from dirt. The waveguide cover
prevents food and grease from entering the
waveguide area where it could cause damage.
DO NOT REMOVE.
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. The minimum height of
free space necessary
above the top surface of
the oven is 19cm.
4. The oven door may
become hot during
cooking. Place or mount
the oven so that the bottom of the oven is 85cm
or more above the floor.
5. 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. Do not
place objects on top of the oven.
6. Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged
(See IMPORTANT: ELECTRICAL CONNECTION!
below). Do not allow the power supply
cord to run over any hot or sharp
surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at
the top rear of the oven.
7. The socket must be readily accessible so that it
can be easily unplugged in an emergency.
8. Do not use the oven outdoors.
BUILDING-IN-KIT.
This oven is not designed to be built-in to 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.
• Do not connect other appliances to the same
socket using an adaptor plug.
• 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 a
SHARP approved service facility.
• 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.
• If the fitted mains plug to your oven is a rewireable
type and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet in
your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, remove the plug and fit an appropriate
type, observing the wiring code given in `To replace
the mains plug’ on page 35.
If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied,
ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off.
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-rewirable
plug and in the unlikely event of the socket outlet
in your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an
appropriate type, observing the wiring code given
in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 35.
Danger:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and
the plug disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be
inserted into a socket outlet as a serious electric
shock may occur.
The plug must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.
If you have any doubt about your microwave oven
obtain the help of a qualified electrician.
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 - IMPORTANT NOTE
Please note both the Operation Manual and Cookbook
supplied specify 900W (IEC 60705) microwave
output power. This applies only when the oven is
operated on a 230-240V supply.
If your supply is less than 230-240V, it may be
necessary to increase the cooking time when following
the Operation Manual and Cookbook instructions.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code
given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 35.
19cm
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Oven Use:
•Never operate when empty, except as directed in
the operation manual (see page 9).
•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.
•Never operate the oven with any object caught in
the door.
•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 SHARP approved service facility. (See page 36).
•Never move the oven while it is operating.
•Do not touch the oven door, outer cabinet, rear
cabinet, oven cavity, ventilation openings,
accessories and dishes during GRILL,
CONVECTION and DUAL COOKING modes,
unless wearing thick oven gloves, as they will
become hot. Before cleaning make sure they are
not hot.
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. Stir the liquid prior
to and during heating/reheating, let liquid
stand in the oven after cooking.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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 17 - 18).
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
•Your oven has a lock
function and is locked when
you first connect to an
electrical socket. At that time
the digital display will show:
•Your oven has 10 memory banks, which have
been pre-programmed (refer to page 7).
These can be changed, see page 14 for details.
•The programme or check mode is cancelled when
any keys are not pressed for more than 3 minutes.
•Heat the oven using the top and bottom grills
without food for 20 minutes. (For operation see
notes on page 9).
•or will appear on the display after
cooking is complete. will disappear when
the STOP key is pressed. If you press the STOP
key twice during cooking appears. If you
press the STOP key again the display will return
to .
LET THE OVEN COOL DOWN WHILE
IS DISPLAYED, TO PREVENT OVER-
COOKING.
LOCK FUNCTION
The lock will be set when the oven is plugged in. Only
the memory banks and time reduce key can be used.
To release the lock function, press the MANUAL key
and hold for 5 seconds until the audible signal sounds.
The LOCK indicator will disappear and all oven
functions can be used.
To lock the oven press the MANUAL key and hold for
5 seconds.
SOUND SETTING
If you wish to operate the oven without sound, press the
SOUND key once.
To restore the sound, press the SOUND key again and
the signal will sound twice.
STOPPING THE OVEN
If you wish to stop the oven during cooking, press the
STOP key once or open the door.
To start the oven again, close the door and press the
START key within 1 minute.
•If you wish to cancel a programme during cooking,
press the STOP key twice.
•If you wish to erase a mistake during programming,
press the STOP key once.
BEFORE OPERATION
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Your oven has 6 power levels. To choose the power
level for cooking, follow the advice given in the
recipe section. Generally the following
recommendations apply:
100% - (HIGH output = 900W) used for fast
cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot
beverages, vegetables etc.
70% - (MEDIUM HIGH 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.
50% - (MEDIUM 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.
30% - (MEDIUM LOW 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.
10% - (LOW output = 90W) For gentle defrosting,
eg. cream gateaux or pastry.
0% - (0 W, no microwave power)
For setting standing time.
POWER LEVEL: The microwave power level is
varied by the microwave energy switching on and
off. When using power levels other than 100% 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 100% unless you press the MICROWAVE
key to the desired setting.
TO CHECK THE POWER LEVEL: To check the
microwave power level during cooking, press the
MICROWAVE key. As long as your finger is
pressing the MICROWAVE key the power level will
be displayed. The oven continues to count down
although the display will show the power level.
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TIME REDUCE COOKING
MEMORY NO. COOKING MODE COOK TIME
1 Microwave 100% 10 sec.
2 Microwave 100% 20 sec.
3 Microwave 100% 30 sec.
4 Microwave 100% 45 sec.
5 Microwave 100% 1 min.
6 Microwave 100% 1 min. 15 sec.
7 Microwave 100% 1 min. 30 sec.
8 Microwave 100% 1 min. 45 sec.
9 Microwave 100% 2 min.
0 Microwave 100% 2 min. 15 sec.
Example: To cook using MEMORY 1 (programmed for 10 seconds at 100%).
Note: The time reduce factor is preset at 0.9. This can be changed for each memory bank.
When you use the same memory key continuously, the oven may become hot. To prevent food
overcooking, it is recommended to use the TIME REDUCE key. This will shorten the total cooking time.
Example: To cook using MEMORY 1 with the TIME REDUCE key.
1. Press the NUMBER key 1. The total cooking time will appear
and the oven starts automatically.
•The oven has 10 memory banks (1 - 0) which can
store cooking programmes.
•These have been pre-programmed as shown in
the chart below.
•The memory banks can be changed individually if
required (see page 14).
•Information in these memory banks is not lost
during power interruptions. If the power goes off,
the oven does not need to be re-programmed.
•To check the stored programmes or reduce factors
refer to “memory check”on pages 15 - 16.
MEMORY COOKING
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2. Press the NUMBER key 1. The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x1
1. Press the TIME REDUCE key.
x1
x1
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•To use manual cooking:
1. Ensure the oven has been released from the LOCK function
2. Press the MANUAL key.
3. Enter cooking time. (for preheating, you can omit this step).
4. Select desired cooking mode.
5. Press the START key.
• The oven can be programmed for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (99.99) .
•When the door is opened during cooking, the cooking time on the display stops automatically. The cooking
time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START key is pressed.
•The programme is cancelled if the START key is not pressed within 1 minute after the door is closed. (But the
programme will not be cancelled when preheat is over or the pause in the sequence in your cooking
programme.)
•Before cooking check the suitable utensils on page 17 - 18.
MICROWAVE COOKING
MANUAL COOKING
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Example: To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 50%.
Notes:
•If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE key. As long as your
finger is touching the key the power level will be displayed.
1. Press the
MANUAL key. 2. Enter desired cooking time. (All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
3. Enter the desired power level 50% by
pressing the MICROWAVE key 3 times.
(MICRO cooking mode indicator light
will remain on.)
x1
x1
4. Press the START key. The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x3x1 x1 x1
MANUAL key
START key
Your oven has 6 preset power levels.
Press MICROWAVE key x1 x2 x3 x4 x5 x6
Microwave power level 100 % 70 % 50 % 30 % 10 % 0 %
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GRILLING
x1 x1 x1
The oven has top and bottom grills, which can be operated independantly or combined.
Example: To grill for 5 minutes using the top and bottom grills.
1. Press the
MANUAL key. 2. Enter desired cooking time. (All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
3. Press the TOP GRILL key, then the
BOTTOM GRILL key. (TOP and
BOTTOM GRILL cooking mode
indicator lights will remain on.)
4. Press the START key. The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x1 x1
x1
x1
NOTE:
When first using the grill heating elements, smoke and odour will be given off. To avoid this happening when
food is being cooked, heat the top and bottom grills without food for approximately 20 minutes.
WARNING:
The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot
during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle
provided.
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PREHEATING THE OVEN
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Your oven can be preheated to a desired temperature prior to oven cooking.
Example: To preheat the oven to 200˚C.
When the oven reaches 200˚C, the audible signal will
sound and the oven will display 200˚C. Place food in
the oven, enter the desired cooking time and
temperature before pressing the START key.
Notes:
•The preheated temperature will be maintained for approximately 30 minutes before automatically
turning off.
If you open and close the oven door during the 30 minutes will appear and the oven will stop
keeping the preheated temperature.
•You can check the actual temperature during preheating by pressing the CONVECTION key. The
temperature will appear on the display. This will not affect the oven operation.
•If you prefer not to preheat the oven where recommended in the following COOKING CHARTS section
(pages 25 - 29), allow extra cooking time.
1. Press the
MANUAL key. 2. Enter the desired temperature 200˚C by pressing the CONVECTION key 4 times.
(CONVEC cooking mode indicator light
will come on.)
3. Press the START key.
x1 x4 x1
WARNING:
The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot
during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle
provided.
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CONVECTION COOKING
Your oven can be programmed to cook with ten different temperatures by combining the top and bottom grills with
the convection fan.
Notes:
• Once the oven has started, the programmed temperature can be displayed by pressing the
CONVECTION key. The temperature will appear on the display. This will not affect the programme or
cooking time.
• After cooking is complete the cooling fan will continue working for a short time to lower the
temperature of the electrical and mechanical components.
x1
250
Press CONVECTION key
Oven Temp (° C)
x2
230
x3
220
x4
200
x5
180
x6
160
x7
130
x8
100
x9
70
x10
40
Example: To cook for 20 minutes at 200˚C.
1. Press the
MANUAL key.
2. Enter desired cooking time.
(All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
3. Enter the desired temperature 200˚C
by pressing the CONVECTION key
4 times. (CONVEC cooking mode
indicator light will remain on.)
4. Press the START key. The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x1
x1
x4x1 x1 x1 x1
WARNING:
The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot
during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle
provided.
Note:
Temperature measurements taken whilst the oven is in convection mode will differ slightly from the
displayed level. This is due to the grill elements turning on and off in order to regulate the oven
temperature. This will not affect the cooking results as long as the operation manual and cook book are
followed correctly.
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DUAL COOKING
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Example: To cook for 11 minutes, combining 200˚C Convection with 50% Microwave power.
1. Press the
MANUAL key. 2. Enter desired cooking time. (All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
3. Enter the desired temperature 200˚C
by pressing the CONVECTION key
4 times. (CONVEC cooking mode
indicator light will remain on.)
5. Press the START key.
4. Enter desired power level 50% by
pressing the MICROWAVE key 3
times. (MICRO cooking mode
indicator light will come on.)
x1 x1 x1
The display will count down
through the cooking time.
x1 x4
x1
x1
x3
DUAL COOKING combines the power of microwave with convection or the grill modes.
There are three DUAL COOKING modes: 1. Convection and Microwave
2. Top Grill and Microwave
3. Bottom Grill and Microwave
DUAL COOKING
MODE
Convection + Microwave *
Top Grill + Microwave *
Bottom Grill + Microwave *
PRESS KEYS:
NOTES:
* To adjust the microwave power level, press the MICROWAVE key.
* To adjust the convection temperature, press the CONVECTION key.
WARNING:
The oven cavity, turntable, dishes and especially the bottom grill will become very hot
during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves or the handle
provided.
Microwave Power
Range
10% - 50%
10% - 100%
10% - 100%
+
+
+
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1. MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING
This facility enables continued and uninterrupted operation of up to three different stages.
Example: To cook: 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70% microwave power (Stage 1)
5 minutes on Top grill (Stage 2)
Notes:
• It is possible to programme a “pause” as a stage in sequence cooking (Stage 1 ➝ Pause ➝ Stage 2).
To set the pause, press the NUMBER key “0” and MICROWAVE key once, after setting stage 1.
The oven will maintain the programme during the pause. After pause, you must press the START key
to resume cooking.
• It is possible to programme ‘Preheat’ as a stage in sequence cooking.
1. Press the
MANUAL key.
STAGE 1
2. Enter desired cooking time.
(All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
3. Enter desired power level 70% by
pressing the MICROWAVE key twice.
(MICRO cooking mode indicator light
will remain on.)
6. Press the
START key.
The display will
count down through
the cooking time.
STAGE 2
4. Enter desired cooking time.
(All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
5. Press the TOP GRILL
key. (TOP GRILL
cooking mode indicator
light will remain on.)
x1 x1 x1
x1 x2
x1
x1 x1 x1
x1
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2. MEMORY PROGRAMME ENTRY
The 10 pre-programmed memory banks can be changed.
Each memory bank can be programmed with a maximum of 3 cooking stages. The stages can combine
microwave, convection, grill or dual cooking.
Each stage can be
programmed for up to 99 minutes, 99 seconds (99.99) .
NOTE: Before you change the memory programme ensure that the oven is not in the lock function.
2a. TO PROGRAMME TIME AND POWER LEVEL INTO A MEMORY
Example: To change the programme for Memory 1 as follows:
4 minutes on 50% microwave power (Stage 1)
2 minutes on Dual cooking, combining TOP GRILL with 10% microwave power (Stage 2)
1. Press the MEMORY
key and hold for 2
seconds until the
signal sounds twice.
(MEMORY indicator
will come on.)
2. Select the
number.
STAGE 1
4. Enter desired cooking time.
(All cooking mode indicator
lights will flash on and off.)
STAGE 2
6. Enter desired cooking
time. (All cooking mode
indicator lights will flash
on and off.)
7. Press the TOP
GRILL key. (TOP
GRILL cooking
mode indicator light
will remain on.)
5. Press the MICROWAVE
key 3 times for 50%
power. (MICRO
cooking mode indicator
light will remain on.)
3. Press the
MANUAL
key.
8. Press the MICROWAVE
key twice for 10 %
power. (MICRO
cooking mode indicator
light will come on.)
x1
for 2 seconds
x1 x1 x1
x1
x1
x1 x1 x1
x3 x1 x2
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Note:
To change memory banks consecutively, press the desired NUMBER key prior to pressing the STOP key.
After selecting the NUMBER key, follow the example on page 14.
9. Press the
MEMORY key. 10. Press the STOP key to release
the memory setting mode.
Notes:
•The reduce factor can be set from 0.00 to 0.99.
•To change the reduce factor consecutively, press the desired NUMBER key prior to pressing the STOP
key. After selecting the NUMBER key, follow the example above.
2b. TO CHANGE THE REDUCE FACTORS
The reduce factor is preset at 0.9.
This can be changed for each memory bank individually.
Example: To reduce the factor in memory 1 to 0.8.
1. Press the MEMORY key and hold for 2
seconds until the signal sounds twice.
(MEMORY indicator will come on.)
2. Press the TIME
REDUCE key. 3. Select the MEMORY number.
Press the NUMBER 1 key.
5. Press the
MEMORY key. 6. Press the STOP key to release
the memory setting mode.
4. Set the reduce factor.
x1 x1
x1 x1
x1 x1 x1 x1
x1
for 2 seconds
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2c. MEMORY CHECK
You can check the information programmed into the memory, for example, time and power level.
Before you check the memory programme ensure the oven has been released from the lock function.
NOTE:
•To cancel MEMORY CHECK, press the STOP key.
•To check memory banks consecutively, press the desired NUMBER key prior to pressing the STOP key.
After selecting the NUMBER key, follow the example above.
•To check the reduce factor, press the TIME REDUCE key before pressing the NUMBER key.
Example: To check the information programmed into NUMBER 6 key. (Programmed for 1 minute 15
seconds on 100% microwave power.)
1. Press the
MEMORY key. 2. Select the NUMBER 6 key. 3. The programme will appear.
(MICRO cooking mode indicator light will come on.)
x1 x1
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL CONVEC- DUAL
TION COOKING
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 ‘arcing’.
YES
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Look at the
oven from time to time 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.
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
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.
Browning dishes
& self-heating
packages.
Metal cookware.
For 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 the corners tends to overcook.
YES YES YES
NO NO NO
NO NO NO
NO YES YES
Except for
dishes with
metallic
decoration.
NO NO NO
NO NO NO
NO NO NO
YES YES NO
If desired,
metal trays
may be
used.
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING GRILL CONVEC- DUAL
TION COOKING
YES YES YES/NO
Use aluminium
foil for shielding
only.
COOKWARE
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.
Aluminium
foil & foil
containers,
made from
"Micro Foil®".
Stir, turn &
stand
Initial and final
temperature of
food
Composition
& quality
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.
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.
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.
Check the temperature of food and drink and stir before serving. Take special care when
serving to 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.
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