Panasonic Cyclonic Inverter NN-ST975S, Cyclonic Inverter NN-ST785S, Cyclonic Inverter NN-ST775S, Cyclonic Inverter NN-ST765S, NN-ST965S Operating Instructions Manual
Operating Instructions
Microwave Oven
Household Use Only
Model No.
NN-ST975S
NN-ST785S
NN-ST775S
NN-ST765S
1200 W
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT, AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
Inverser le manuel pour lire les instructions en français.
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
Tel: (905) 624-5010
www.panasonic.com
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Printed in China
© Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 2015
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Microwave Oven Safety
......................................................................................1
Important Safety Instructions
..........................................................................2-5
Installation and Grounding Instructions
........................................................5-6
Safety Precautions
...........................................................................................7-8
Operation
Control Panel .......................................................................................................12
Starting to Use Your Oven ...................................................................................13
Setting the Clock .................................................................................................13
Child Safety Lock.................................................................................................13
Function Features................................................................................................14
Selecting Power & Cook Time .............................................................................15
3-Stage Cooking ..................................................................................................15
Keep Warm Feature ............................................................................................16
Quick 30 Feature .................................................................................................16
Coffee/Milk Feature .............................................................................................16
Popcorn Feature ..................................................................................................17
More/Less Feature ..............................................................................................17
Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature ............................................................................18
Defrosting Tips & Techniques .........................................................................18-19
Sensor Reheat Feature .......................................................................................20
Sensor Cook Feature ..........................................................................................20
Sensor Cook Chart ..............................................................................................21
Microwave Recipes .............................................................................................22
Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start) .......................................23
Microwave Shortcuts ......................................................................................24-25
Food Characteristics............................................................................................26
Cooking Techniques .......................................................................................26-27
Quick Guide to Operation ....................................................................................30
Maintenance
General Information
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven.......................................................10
Before Requesting Service ..................................................................................28
Warranty ..............................................................................................................29
Cookware Guide ....................................................................................................9
Oven Components Diagram ................................................................................11
Specifi cations ......................................................................................................31
User's Record ......................................................................................................32
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DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your
appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These
words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if
you don’t immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if
you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to
reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions
are not followed.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
1. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since opendoor operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
2. Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualifi ed service personnel.
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WARNING
—To reduce the risk of burns, electric
shock, fi re, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave
energy:
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.
Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care
as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance. When using electric
appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specifi c “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPO-
SURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet.
See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 6.
4. As with any cooking appliance,
DO NOT
leave oven unattended while in use.
5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions found on page 5, 6.
6.
DO NOT
cover or block any openings on this appliance.
7.
DO NOT
store this appliance outdoors.
DO NOT
use this product near
water — for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool or similar locations.
8. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
DO
NOT
use corrosive chemicals, vapors or non-food products in this appliance.
This type of oven is specifi cally designed to heat, or cook food.It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in
heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiation
leaks.
9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together upon closing
the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
10.
DO NOT
allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an
adult.
DO NOT
assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill
he/she can cook everything.
11.
DO NOT
operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
12.
DO NOT
immerse cord or plug in water.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
14.
DO NOT
let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualifi ed service personnel.
Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or
adjustment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
16. Some products such as whole eggs with or without shell, narrow neck bottles
and sealed containers — for example, closed glass jars — may explode and
should not be heated in this oven.
17. To reduce the risk of fi re in the oven cavity:
(a)
DO NOT
overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic,
or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate
cooking.
(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in
oven.
(c)
If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn oven
off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
(d)
DO NOT
use the cavity for storage purposes.
DO NOT leave paper
products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.
18.
Superheated Liquids
Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the
boiling point without showing evidence (or signs) of boiling. Visible bubbling is
not always present when the container is removed from the microwave oven.
THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER
WHEN THE CONTAINER IS DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO
THE LIQUID.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons:
(a)
STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH HEATING
IT.
(b)
DO NOT heat water and oil, or fats together. The fi lm of oil will trap
steam, and may cause a violent eruption.
(c)
DO NOT
use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
(d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a short
time before removing the container.
19.
DO NOT
cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, cause injury or damage to
the oven.
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WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:
DO NOT
remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualifi ed
service person.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO
MICROWAVE ENERGY:
DO NOT
tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to
Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any
other part of oven. Microwave leakage may result.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE:
1.
DO NOT
operate the microwave oven empty or use metal
containers. When using the microwave oven without
water or food, microwave energy can not be absorbed
and will continuously refl ect throughout the cavity. This will
cause arcing and damage the oven cavity, door or other
components, which can lead to a fi re hazard.
2.
DO NOT
store fl ammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven.
3.
DO NOT
dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use newspaper or paper bags for cooking.
4.
DO NOT
hit or strike Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur.
5.
DO NOT
use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labeled as
safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities
which may cause sparking.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING:
POT HOLDERS
should always be used when removing items from the oven.
Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the cooking container and from the
container to the Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing
the cooking container from the oven. The wire rack is designed for use only in the
browning mode and will be hot after use. Care in handling must be exercised.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
Glass Tray
1.
DO NOT
operate the oven without the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in place.
2.
DO NOT
operate the oven without the Glass Tray fully engaged on the drive
hub. Improper cooking or damage to the oven could result. Verify that the
Glass Tray is properly engaged and rotating by observing its rotation when you
press Start.
Note
: The Glass Tray can turn in either direction.
3. Use only the Glass Tray specifi cally designed for this oven.
DO NOT
substitute
any other glass tray.
4. If the Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
5.
DO NOT
cook directly on the Glass Tray. Always place food in a microwave
safe dish, on a rack set in a microwave safe dish.
6. If food or utensils on the Glass Tray touch oven walls, causing the tray to stop
moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
Roller Ring
1. The Roller Ring and oven fl oor should be cleaned frequently to prevent
excessive noise.
2. Always replace the Roller Ring and the Glass Tray in their proper positions.
3. The Roller Ring must always be used for cooking along with the Glass Tray.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLA TION AND
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Examine Your Oven
Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer
immediately if oven is damaged.
DO NOT
install if oven is damaged.
Placement of Oven
1. The oven must be placed on a fl at, stable surface. Place the front surface of the
door 7.6 cm (3 inches) or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental
tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation, the oven
must have suffi cient air fl ow. Allow 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space on both sides of the
oven and 5 cm (2 inches) of space on top of the oven.
(a)
DO NOT
block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat and be damaged.
(b)
DO NOT
place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric
range, or dishwasher.
(c)
DO NOT
operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested
for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.
Installation
1.
DO NOT
block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off.
The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.
2. If the oven is designed for installation into a wall cabinet, use the proper trim kit
available from a local Panasonic dealer. Follow all instructions packed with the
kit.
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WARNING
—
IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING
PLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
INSTALLA TION AND GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
Consult a qualifi ed electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension
cord that has a three-prong polarized grounding plug, and a three-slot receptacle that
will accept the plug of the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should
be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
Grounding Instructions
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
• Plug into properly installed and grounded 3-prong outlet.
• DO NOT remove ground prong.
• DO NOT use an adapter.
Power Supply
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
DO NOT
let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used,
• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Wiring Requirements
1. The oven must be operated on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No other
appliance should share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does,
the branch circuit fuse may blow or the circuit breaker may trip.
2. The oven must be plugged into a 15 AMP or 20 AMP, 120 VOLT, 60 Hz
GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong outlet.
3. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specifi ed on this microwave oven
(120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fi re or
oven damage. Using a lower voltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT
responsible for any damages resulting from the use of the oven with any voltage
other than specifi ed.
TV / RADIO / WIRELESS EQUIPMENT INTERFERENCE
1. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, Wi-Fi,
cordless telephone, baby monitor, blue tooth, or other wireless equipment.
2. When there is interference, it may be reduced or eliminated by taking the following
measures:
(a) Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the microwave oven as far as possible.
(b) Use a properly installed antenna to obtain stronger signal reception.
(c) Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care and Cleaning of Your
Microwave Oven)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven.
IMPORTANT
Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity of
food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the time
for the recommended portion, fi re could result.
1) HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS / SMALL
QUANTITIES OF FOODS
• DO NOT
use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food
at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then
spoil.
• DO NOT
use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is
diffi cult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.
• DO NOT
dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities
of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fi re if
overheated.
2) POPCORN
3) DEEP FAT FRYING
• DO NOT
deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into
fl ames and may cause damage to the oven and perhaps result in burns.
Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can
shatter or melt.
4) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS
• DO NOT COOK/REHEAT WHOLE EGGS, WITH OR WITHOUT THE SHELL.
Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to explode, and possibly damage
the oven or cause injury. Reheating SLICED hard-boiled eggs and cooking
SCRAMBLED eggs is safe.
• Potatoes, apples, whole squash and sausages
are examples of foods with
nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave
cooking to prevent them from exploding.
CAUTION:
Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause fi re.
Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn
which pops in its own package is also available. Follow popcorn manufacturers'
directions and use a brand suitable for the cooking power of your microwave
oven.
CAUTION:
When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow
recommended package instructions or use the popcorn pad (refer to page 17).
Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fi re.
Never leave oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag
to cool before opening, always open the bag away from your face and body to
prevent steam burns.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(continued)
5) GLASS TRAY / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL
• Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the
HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use pot holders when removing
containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from
cooking containers, to avoid burns.
• The Glass Tray will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool before
handling or before paper products, such as paper plates or microwave popcorn
bags, are placed in the oven for microwave cooking.
• When using foil in the oven, allow at least 2.5 cm (1-inch) of space between foil
and interior oven walls or door.
• Dishes with metallic trim should
not
be used, as arcing may occur.
6) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
• DO NOT
use paper towels or cloths which contain a synthetic fi ber woven into
them. The synthetic fi ber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling
under supervision.
7) BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS
• Browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only. Always
follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.
DO NOT
preheat browning
dish for longer than 6 minutes.
• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to
package directions.
DO NOT
use a wire twist-tie to close bag; instead use
plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.
8) THERMOMETERS
• DO NOT
use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur.
Microwave safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.
9) BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD
• DO NOT
heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar
or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to
burn the infant's mouth and esophagus.
10) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
• When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of any fi llings before
eating. Some foods have fi llings which heat faster and can be extremely hot,
while the surface remains warm to the touch (e.g. jelly donuts).
11) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
• DO NOT
use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.
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Cookware Guide
Item Microwave Comments
Aluminum Foil
Yes for
Shielding
only
Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of meat or
poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
close to oven wall or door and damage to your oven will result.
Browning Dish Yes
Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking only.
Check browning dish information for instructions and heating
chart. Do not preheat for more than 6 minutes.
Brown paper bags No May cause a fi re in the oven.
Dinnerware:
Labeled “Microwave
Safe”
Yes
Check manufacturers' use and care directions for use in
microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back
of the dish, “Oven-Microwave Safe”.
Unlabeled Dinnerware ? Use
CONTAINER TEST
blew.
Disposable polyester
Paperboard Dishes
Yes
Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Can be
purchased in grocery stores.
Fast Food Carton with
Metal handle
Yes Metal handle may cause arcing.
Frozen Dinner Tray Metal No Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.
Frozen Dinner Tray
Microwave safe
Yes Heat only 1 tray in the oven at one time.
Glass Jars No
Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Do not use for cooking
or reheating.
Heat Resistant Oven
Glassware & Ceramic
Yes
Ideal for microwave cooking and browning.
(See
CONTAINER TEST
blew)
Metal Bakeware No
Not recommended for use in microwave ovens. Metal can
cause arcing and damage to your oven.
Metal Twist-Ties No May cause arcing which could cause a fi re in the oven.
Oven Cooking Bag Yes
Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with the nylon
tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of
cotton string. Do not close with metal twist-tie. Make six 1 cm
(
½
-inch) slits near the closure.
Paper Plates & Cups Yes
Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require
short cooking times such as hot dogs in the Microwave mode.
Paper Towels & Napkins Yes
Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for
microwave use.
Recycled Paper Towels &
Napkins
No
Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may
cause sparks or create a fi re hazard.
Parchment Paper Yes
Use as a cover to prevent spattering. Safe for use in
microwave, microwave/convection and conventional ovens.
Plastic:
Microwave Safe
Cookware
Yes, use
caution
Should be labeled, “Suitable for Microwave heating.” Check
manufacturers' directions for recommended uses. Some
microwave safe plastic containers are not suitable for cooking
foods with high fat or sugar content. The heat from hot food
may cause the plastic to warp.
Plastic, Melamine No This material absorbs microwave energy. Dishes get HOT!
Plastic Foam Cups
Yes, use
caution
Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use
to reheat foods to a low serving temperature only.
Plastic Wrap Yes
Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and
prevent spattering. Should be labeled “Suitable for Microwave
heating”. Check package directions.
Straw, Wicker, Wood
Yes, use
caution
Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low serving
temperature. Wood may dry out & split or crack when used.
Thermometers,
Microwave safe
Yes Use only microwave safe meat and candy thermometers.
Thermometers,
Conventional
No
Not suitable for use in microwave oven,will cause sparks and
get hot.
Wax paper Yes
Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture in
the Microwave mode only.
CONTAINER TEST
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE:
Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water
and place it in the microwave oven alongside the empty container to be tested;
heat one (1) minute at P10
(HIGH)
. If the container is microwave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container
should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some
microwave energy and should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.
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