Panasonic NE-2180, NE-3280 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven.

NE-2180/NE-3280

Commercial Microwave Ovens

Before Calling for Service:

If failure code “F**”appears in the display, unplug oven and wait for 10 seconds before reconnecting. If nor mal operation does not resume, call the service agent with the information of failure code.

Contents

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Installation and Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Power Source Voltage Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

How Does The Microwave Work? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Outline Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

How to Operate

A.Manual Heating . .single stage heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 or 3 stage heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

B.Programmed Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

C. Programming Memory pads . . . . . . . . .single stage heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 or 3 stage heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

D.Program Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

E.Beep Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

F. Program List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

G.Cycle Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Self Diagnostics Failure Code Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Sanitary Counter Top Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Care of Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Cooking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Owner’s Record

Model No. Serial No.

The serial number of this products can be found on the lower right hand side of the oven.

Dealer’s Name Dealer’s Address Date of Purchase

See page 13 before calling

Toll Free

Service Information

To locate a convenient service agent call

1-888-350-9590

Chef Support: 201-348-7305

www.panasonic.com/cmo

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PRECAUTIONS

TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE

TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with

the door open since open-door operation can

result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.Under normal conditions, the oven will not operate with the door open.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven

front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

particularly impor tant that the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the :

(1) door (bent) (2) hinges and latches (broken or loose) (3) door seals and sealing surfaces.

(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired

by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. (See page 2.)

WARNING–––To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave energy:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Read and follow “PRECAUTIONS T O AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” above on this page.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “Grounding Instructions” found on page 4.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions found on page 4.

5. Do not cover or block any openings on this appliance.

6. Do not store or use 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, and the like.

7. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appliance.This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food.It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

8. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

9. As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

10.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.

11.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

12.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

13.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

14.This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.

15.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers (for example, closed glass jars) may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

16.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

(a) Do not overcook food.Carefully attend appliance

if 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.

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.

17.Liquids, such as water, coffee, or tea are able to be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid.Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present.THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN A SPOON OR OTHER UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.To reduce the r isk of injur y to persons:

(a) Do not overheat the liquid. (b) Stir the liquid both before and halfway through

heating it.

necks.

(d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the

microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.

(e) Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or

other utensil into the container.

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For proper use of your oven read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.

Your microwave oven is a cooking device and you should use as much care as you use with a stove or any other cooking device. When using this electric appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven.Do NOT remove the outer panel of the oven.Repairs should only be done by a qualified service person.

2. Do NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy, this could damage the oven and result in the danger of a fire.

3. If a fire occurs in the oven, press the Stop/Clear time Pad and LEAVE THE DOOR CLOSED. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

4. Do NOT attempt to dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, as they may catch on fire.

5. Do NOT use recycled paper products, as they may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires.

6. Do NOT use newspapers or paper bags for cooking.

7. Do NOT hit or strike the control panel. Damage to controls may occur.

8. POT HOLDERS may be needed when removing food from the oven.Heat is transferred from the hot food to the container.

9. Do NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven.It is a fire hazard.

10. Do NOT slide the removable middle shelf in or out when placing or removing food.This action could cause damage to the shelf or cause hot food to tip towards the operator.

11. Do NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or any other non - food products.Do NOT clean this oven with any product that is labeled as containing corrosive chemicals.Heating of corrosive

chemicals in this oven can cause microwave radiation leaks.

Placement of the Oven

Locate the oven on a smooth, flat and stable surface. There should be no gap between the table surface and the bottom of the oven.Do not place the oven in a hot or damp area, ie. near a stove, sink or directly above heat lamps on a serving line. Free airflow around the oven is important.There is a possibility of a small amount of interference with weak broadcast signals if the microwave oven is too close to a radio or TV.

Grounding Instructions

This oven must be electrically 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.The 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. WARNING

improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly connected. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

Removal of Protective Film

A blue protective film is used to prevent scratching of the outer case during transportation. Peel the film from the exterior of the oven before installation or use.

Wiring Requirements

1.No other appliance should share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse may overload and either cause the oven to produce lower power output or blow the fuse.

2.The microwave ovens are built to operate on 2 different voltages (220-240 V or 208 V). Be sure that the voltage selector connector (on the back of the oven) is set for your power supply (see page 5). Using a higher voltage setting is dangerous and may result in overheating of the electrical components thus shortening their life expectancy or possibly causing a fire or other accident. Using a lower voltage will lower the power output of the oven, resulting in slower heating of the food.Panasonic is NOT responsible for damage resulting from the use of the oven with other than the specified voltage.

For Model NE-3280/NE-2180

This oven must be on a separate 60 Hz GROUNDED CIRCUIT - minimum 30 amps.

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Installation and GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Caution

NEMA# 6-30P

NEMA# 6-30R Grounded Outlet

Your microwave oven is factory set for 208 V operation. For 220 V - 240 V operation, the following adjustment MUST be made.

(Step 1)Unplug the oven. (Step 2)Unscrew the voltage adjustment cover

which is located on the back of the oven. Do not remove any other parts from the oven.

(Step 3)Remove the connector from the white socket

and rotate it 180 degrees and plug it into black socket. (see sketch)

(Step 4)Reattach the voltage adjustment cover

to the cabinet. For 220 V - 240 V

Plug the connetcor into black socket.

For 208 V

Plug the connector into

white socket.

Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio including AM, FM, and CB.They are, however, much shorter than radio waves; approximately five inches in length.Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube. From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is transmitted to the oven cavity where it is:reflected, transmitted and absorbed.

Reflection

Microwave are reflected by metal just as a ball is bounced off a wall. A combination of stationary (interior walls) and rotating antenna, located underneath the bottom shelf and above the ceiling cover assure that the microwaves are well distributed within the oven cavity to produce even heating or cooking of foods.

Transmission

Microwave pass through some materials such as paper, glass and plastic much like sunlight shining through a window.Because these substances do not absorb or reflect the microwave energy, they are ideal materials for microwave oven heating containers when covered.

Absorption

During heating, microwaves will be absorbed by food. They penetrate to a depth of about

/4to 11/2inches. Microwave energy excites the molecules in the food (especially water, fat and sugar molecules), and causes them to vibrate at a rate of 2,450,000,000 times per second.This vibration causes friction, and heat is produced just as you will feel heat produced if you vigorously rub your hands together.The internal heating of larger foods is done by conduction.The heat which is produced by friction is conducted to the center of the food. Foods also continue to heat by conduction during standing time.(“carry-over” cooking) Because microwave energy dissipates, It is not stored in food.

Radio Inference

1.Operation of the microwave oven may cause

interference to your radio, TV or similar equipment.

2.When there is interference, it may be reduced or

eliminated by taking the following measures: a.Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven.

(See Care of Your Microwave Oven found on page

14.)

b.Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the microwave

oven as far as possible.

c.Use a properly installed antenna, to obtain stronger

signal reception.

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Power Source Voltage Adjustment

How Does The Microwave Work?

CAUTION Make sure that the power cord is unplugged before removing the voltage adjustment cover.

Voltage Adjustment Connector

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Voltage Adjustment Cover

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