Panasonic NN-C1358 User Manual
Please read these instructions completely before operating this oven.
Commercial Microwave Convection Oven
Operating Instructions and User Guide
Model: NE-C1358
NE C1358
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AB
CONVECTION
START
PROG
LOCK BUZZ
MICROWAVE
GRILL
STOP
COOLING
LAMP
PREHEAT
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B
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1
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A
B
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Index
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
When you first unpack your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Placement of Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Your Oven Explained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Accessories Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Types of Container to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Operating Instructions
Operating your Oven as a Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Operating your Oven on Convection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operating your Oven on Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Operating your Oven on Combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setting the Memory Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Using the Memory Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
How to activate Programme Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
How to release Programme Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
How to read Programme List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Keeping your Oven Hot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Cooling your Oven quickly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
How to change the Beep Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Care of your Oven and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
What to do if an “F” appears in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cooking Guide
How a Microwave works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Standing Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Defrosting by Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Reheating by Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Using the Combination Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Using the Convection Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Using the Grill Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
© Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 1998
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Safety Information
1. Earthing
IMPORTANT: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS
APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY EARTHED.
When an outlet is not earthed:
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the
customer to have it replaced with a properly earthed
outlet.
2. Voltage and Power
The voltage used must be the same as specified on
the oven.Using a higher voltage than that which is
specified is dangerous, and may result in a fire or
other type of accident causing damage.
3. Service
It is dangerous for anyone other than a service
technician trained by the manufacturer to perform
repair service.
Do not remove the outer casing of the oven.
High voltages are present inside the cabinet.
Repairs and adjustments should be done only by
qualified service personnel.
4. Door Seals
The door seals and door seal areas should always
be kept clean-use a damp cloth. Do not attempt to
tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to
door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches
or any other part of the oven. Do not remove outer
panel from the oven.
5. Operation when empty
The appliance must not be operated by microwave
or combination WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN.
Operation when empty will damage the appliance.
6. Cord/Plug
If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it
must be replaced by the special cord available only
from manufacturer.
Do not immerse cord, plug or oven in water. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.Do not let cord
hang over the edge of table or work top. Do not plug
your oven in via an extension cable as this can be
dangerous. It is important to plug the oven directly
into a wall socket.The back of the appliance heats
up during use. Do not allow the cord to be in contact
with the back of the appliance or cabinet surface.
7. Hot Surfaces
Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the
cabinet and the oven door will get hot during use.
(Grill, Convection and Combination) Take care when
opening or closing door and when inserting or
removing food and accessories.
The oven has heaters situated in the top and back
of the oven.After use, the roof, walls and floor will
be very hot.
8. Storage of Accessories
When the oven is not being used, do not store any
objects other than oven accessories inside the oven
in case it is accidentally turned on. In case of
electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall
socket.
WARNING
1. The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seals areas and if
these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by
service technician trained by the manufacturer.
2. It is dangerous for anyone other than a service technician trained by the manufacture to perform
repair service which involves the removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy.
3. Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Before use, the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in this oven. (See Page 7)
4. The accessible parts may become hot when Grill/Convection/Combination is in use. Children
should be kept away.
We certify that this microwave oven has been
inspected and complies with the safety
requirements of government notice 466 of
March 1981, and complies with the Radio
Regulation of government notice 587 of March
1986.
(This statement is applicable only for South Africa.)
1. Examine your Oven
Unpack oven, retain all packing material, and
examine the oven for any damage such as dents,
broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify
supplier immediately if unit is damaged. DO NOT
install if unit is damaged.
2. Removal of protective film
A protective film is used to prevent scratching of the
outer case during transportation. Peel this film off
before installation or use.
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When you first unpack your Oven
1. Placement of Oven
Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For
proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air
flow.
A minimum space of 20 cm must be left above the
oven and 10 cm free space at back wall. A gap of at
least 0 cm must be available on one side and the
other side must be opened.
Air vents
This oven requires free airflow at the back for
maximum cooling efficiency.
Do not block the air vents.
Maximum room temperature
Do not operate the oven when the room temperature
is higher than 40˚C and/or the humidity is more than
90%. Free airflow around the oven is important.
Outdoor use
Do not use this oven outdoors.
2. Shelves
Do not place the oven directly above or beside a
gas or electric hob.The oven may be damaged.It is
dangerous to position this oven on a shelf which is
so high that food and accessories cannot be safely
removed by the user.
3. Stacking
DO NOT attempt to stack these ovens.
Placement of Oven
1. Before Use
Before using CONVECTION, COMBINATION or
GRILL function for the first time, operate this oven
without food on Convection 250˚C for 20 minutes.
This will allow the oil that is used for rust protection
to be burned off. Remove all accessories from the
oven.
2. Usage
Use this microwave oven only for its intended use as
described in this manual.
Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in
oven.They may catch on fire or be damaged.
Do not use this oven to heat chemicals or other nonfood products.
Do not store flammable materials next to, on top of,
or in the oven.It could be a fire hazard.
3. Smoke/Fire
If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press
Stop/Reset Pad, leave the oven door closed in order
to stifle any flames, and disconnect the power cord,
or shout off power at the fuse or circuit breaker
panel.
4. Interference
There is a possibility of a small amount of
interference with weak broadcast signals if the oven
is too close to a radio or TV.
5. Heater Operation during
Microwave Cooking
When using HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW and SIMMER
powers, the half of Grill elements operate to reduce
the build up of condensation.Take care NOT TO
TOUCH OVEN CEILING.
6. Fan Motor Operation
After using MICROWAVE, CONVECTION,
COMBINATION and GRILL fan motor always rotates
for approx.5 minutes to cool the electric
components.This is normal and you can take out
food even though fan motor operates.
7. Cleaning
Do not clean this appliance with a water jet.
(See page 22)
Caution
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Important Information––Read Carefully
1. Heating Times
As microwave heating times are much shorter than
other cooking methods, it is essential that
recommended heating times are not exceeded
without first checking the food.
Cooking times given in the charts and recipes are
approximate.Factors that may affect cooking times
are: star ting temperature, volume, size and shape of
foods and dishes used.
Fire!
If the recommended cooking times are exceeded the
food will be spoiled and in extreme circumstances
could catch fire and possibly damage the interior of
the oven.It is critical that the oven is cleaned
regularly and kept free of excess grease.See Care
of your Oven and Cleaning page 22.
2. Small Quantities of Foods
Particular attention should be paid to heating small
quantities of food and single items such as pastry
and bread items by Microwave.Small quantities of
food or foods with low moisture content can burn,
dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
Fire!
If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep the
oven door closed, turn the oven off, and switch off at
socket and remove plug from socket if possible or
shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
3. Food Components
Foods high in sugar, salt, fats and moisture content
heat faster by Microwave because their properties
attract microwave energy.Denser foods high in
protein and fibre, absorb microwave energy slower
which means a longer heating time.
4. Food High in Fat/Sugar
It is important to correctly set the cooking time for
food with a high fat, alcohol and sugar content.If
these foods are heated by microwave for too long,
they can ignite.NEVER LEAVE UNATTENDED.eg.
Donuts, syrup sponge puddings, christmas puddings
and mince pies.
5. Eggs
Do not cook/heat eggs in their shells in your
Microwave oven, unless otherwise stated in the
Cooking Guide section. Pressure may build up and
eggs will explode causing serious injury.
Do not cook/heat eggs without shells also, before
piercing the membranes of the yolk and white.The
pierced membrane allows the steam to escape and
avoid exploding.
6. Piercing Skins
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, whole vegetables and
sausages are examples of food with non-porous
skins.These must be pierced using a fork before
cooking by microwave to prevent bursting.
7. Deep fat frying
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.
8. Liquids
When heating liquids by Microwave, eg. soup,
sauces and beverages, overheating the liquid
beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of
bubbling.This could result in a sudden boil over of
the hot liquid.To prevent this possibility, the following
steps should be taken:
a. Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow
necks.
b. Do not overheat.
c. Stir the liquid before placing the container in the
oven and again halfway through the heating time.
d. After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a
short time, stirring again before carefully
removing the container.
9. Paper, Plastic
When heating food in plastic or paper containers,
check the oven frequently as these types of
containers may ignite if overheated.(See page 7)
Do not use re-cycled paper products, as they may
contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or
fires when used, unless packaging states they are
specifically designed for microwave use.
10.
Reheating
It is essential reheated food is served “piping hot”
(72˚C). Always check before serving and if in doubt
return food to oven for further heating.
11.
Standing Times
Standing times are essential for foods cooked or
reheated by microwave or combination. During the
stand time, heat will continue to conduct to the
centre to cook the food completely.
The denser the food, the longer the stand time.
Reheated foods also require a standing time.
12.
Accessories
Follow specific instructions in this book for proper
use of oven accessories and cookware.Failure to do
so could damage the oven.
Take care when removing food and/or accessories
from the oven.The Wire Rack Shelf provided DOES
NOT have a non-tip lock––take care when you pull
out to remove food.
13.
Baby bottles, jars
When reheating babies bottles always remove top
and teat. Liquid at top of the bottle will be much
hotter than at the bottom and must be shaken
thoroughly before checking the temperature.The lid
must also be removed from babies food jars, the
contents must also be stirred or shaken before the
temperature is checked.
14.
Popcorn
Extreme care should be taken when cooking
popcorn in a microwave oven. NEVER leave oven
unattended when popping popcorn.
Shelf Supports
Put the shelf supports on left side wall (shelf support mar ked L)
and right side (marked R) as follows.
Locate left-hand support marked “L” on left-hand back lug.
Slide forward to locate front hole over front lug and ensure it
drops into position. Check shelf support is securely in place.
Fit right-hand support in similar way.
Accessories Supplied
Ceramic Insulating Tray Part No.A06033230GP
When using metal dishes on COMBINATION, place
the Ceramic Insulating Tray between the food container
and the Wire Rack Shelf.When Gr ill cooking, place the
Tray on the base of oven to catch the drip.
The Ceramic Insulating Tray should remain in the oven
during preheating on a combination programme.
DO NOT put it on Shelf Supports directly.
If placing food directly on the Ceramic Insulating Tray,
ensure it is clean and free of excess grease.
Cool the Ceramic Insulating Tray before cleaning to
avoid breakable.
Wire Rack Shelf Part No.A06023230BP
The shelf can be used on Convection, Combination
and Grill functions. DO NOT leave shelf in oven on
MICROWAVE ONLY function.
DO NOT PLACE METAL CONTAINERS DIRECTLY
ON WIRE RACK SHELF when using Combination
function. Use the Ceramic Insulation Tray.
There is no NON-TIP safety Lock on Shelf–– take care
when removing food.
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Your Oven Explained
Door Handle
Oven Window
External Oven Air Vents (back of oven)
Display Window
Control Panel
Door Safety Lock System
Shelf Supports
Door Seal Area
L
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Display Window
The cursor will illuminate to indicate the programme set. Always check the cursor position before you
press Start Pad.
A
B
1
2
3
Control Panel
Microwave Power
Convection
Grill
Preheat
Cool
A select Programme
in use
Microwave Power
Level
HIGH
MEDIUM
LOW
SIMMER
DEFROST
B Select Programme
in use
Cooking Stage
Indicator
Microwave Pad
Convection Pad
Grill Pad
Preheat Pad
Cooling Pad
Lamp Pad
Timer Dial
Stop/Reset Pad
Programme Number Pads
These are blank for your own
programme.(A1-A8, B1-B8)
See page 16.
A-B Shift Pad
Start Pad
Programme Key
Programme Lock Key
Buzzer Key
MICROWAVE
CONVECTION
GRILL
1
2
3
PREHEAT
COOLING
LAMP
STOP
PROG
4
4
5
6
7
8
AB
START
LOCK BUZZ
MICROWAVE
1. Glass
DO USE: Heat Resistant glass eg. Pyrex
DO NOT USE: Delicate glass, lead crystal which
may crack or arc.
2. China/Ceramics
DO USE: Glazed china dishes, porcelain
and ceramic dishes designed for
cooking.
DO NOT USE: Fine bone china dishes with metal
patterns. Jugs with glued handles.
3. Pottery/Earthenware/Stoneware
DO USE: If completely glazed.
DO NOT USE: If unglazed––these dishes can
absorb water which absorbs
energy.This makes the dish hot
and increase the heating time.
4. Foil/Metal
DO USE: For reheating only:
Individual portion, open topped foil
containers.Take care the
containers do not touch WALLS or
DOOR of oven.
Do not cook in foil containers.
Small amounts of Aluminium foil
can be used to shield joints of
meat during defrosting––take care
that foil does not touch sides or
door.
DO NOT USE: Metal platters, Wire Rack Shelf,
any dish with METAL PATTERN or
TRIM. METAL SKEWERS.
DO NOT REUSE FOIL
CONTAINERS––ARCING may
occur as they become
DENTED/DAMAGED. Do not use
Le Creuset style dishes (Cast iron
covered by enamel).These can be
used on convection or grill.
5. Plastics
DO USE: High temperature plastics like
Durable Polysulfon plastics rather
than soft flexible dishes, Roasting
bags. (Remove any metal twist
ties.)
DO NOT USE: Melamine, Polypropylene, Phenol
Urea, also do not use plastic food
storage bags and containers eg.
Margarine, Yoghurt and
Mayonnaise tubs.
6. Covering Films
DO USE: Non plasticiser cling film designed
for Microwave use.Do not allow
film to touch food.To prevent nasty
steam burns, pierce film to allow it
to escape and remove film from
dish carefully.
DO NOT USE:
Film designed only for covering food.
7. Wood/Wicker
DO USE: Wooden skewers designed for
food use.
DO NOT USE: Wicker baskets, wooden bowls
(with prolonged use these tend to
dry out and may ignite)
8. Paper
DO USE: Disposable, polyester coated
paper board dishes if designed for
microwave.
DO NOT USE: Paper napkins (these can ignite),
wax coated cups, recycled
products (unless stated suitable by
manufacture)
COMBINATION
Combination programs use microwaves and heat
(CONVECTION or GRILL) therefore you must
choose the container carefully.
DO USE: Metal containers check they do not
have jagged metal seams.
Ceramics that do not have a metal
pattern. Heat proof glass and
china.
DO NOT USE: Enamelled items (that may be
chipped). Dishes with gold/metal
pattern. Enamelled cast iron eg. Le
Creuset. Any dish that is not heat
proof eg. plastics, and cling film.
CONVECTION
DO USE: Any container suitable for
conventional ovens eg. metal,
ceramic, earthenware, enameled
cast iron etc.
DO NOT USE: Plastic containers, food films,
wood/wicker, glass, paper
GRILL
DO USE: Any container suitable for fierce
grilling eg. stainless steel, Le
Creuset, Ceramics, Baking Sheets
etc.
DO NOT USE: Plastic containers, fine ceramics,
cling film etc.
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Types of Container to use
Before use, the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in your oven.
Do not use any closed jar for Microwave or Combination.Pressure will be build up and the jar may explode.
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Operating your Oven as a Microwave
CONTROLS T O USE
INFORMATIONACTION DISPLAY
1 Open Door.
Put in Food.
Close Door.
The oven light will come on.
Oven light turns off.
2 Select
Power.
Press Microwave Pad to
select correct power.
eg. Low––press three times.
3 Select Time. Turn timer dial to set a
heating time.
eg. 4 min 30 s
Max time you can set:
High 15 min
Medium 15 min
Low, Simmer 60 min
Defrost, Stand 60 min
4 Press
Start Pad.
Display window will count
down time.
The fan will be turned on.
A
B
1
2
3
At end of cooking, oven
beeps 3 times, and “0”
flashes in window until door
is opened.
Remove food.
Display window repeats
programme previously set.
5 Open Door.
ACCESSORIES T O USE
Do not use the Wire Rack Shelf or
Ceramic Insulating Tray when
cooking by microwave.
PRESS
Once
Twice
3 Times
4 Times
5 Times
6 Times
POWER LEVEL
High
Medium
Low
Simmer
Defrost
* Stand
%
100
50
30
15
25 10
0
WATTS
1300
650
400
200
340 130
0
Note:
¥ The display window will go blank, one minute later after cooking or
during setting when the door is closed.
* See Page 24.
MICROWAVE
START
End of Programme
Open Door
A
B
1
2
3
A
B
1
2
3
A
B
1
2
3
A
B
1
2
3
A
B
1
2
3
––––
MICROWAVE
CONVECTION
GRILL
PREHEAT
COOLING
LAMP
1
2
3
4
4
5
6
7
8
AB
STOP
PROG
START
LOCK BUZZ
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Operating your Oven as a Microwave
Multi-Stage (Sequential) Heating
The oven can be programmed with up to 3 different
functions to operate in sequence.These can be
MICROWAVE, GRILL, CONVECTION or
COMBINATION programs. If a required heating time is
greater than 15 minutes on HIGH/MEDIUM power, use
2 stage programming.
For 2 stage programming:
Follow steps 1-3 before then enter the next heating
programme, then press Start Pad.
For 3 stage programming:
Follow 2 stage programming and enter a 3rd heating
programme before pressing Start Pad.
Changing the Heating Time
The heating time can be increased or decreased
during cooking by turning the timer dial.
Oven Lamp
The Oven Lamp switches off when the door is closed.
If you want to check the food, press Lamp Pad, it will
then illuminate for 10 seconds.
The Oven Lamp turns on whenever the door is
opened.
Repeat Feature
You can repeat the same heating programme if you
press Start Pad within 1 minute of the previous
programme finishing.
After 1 minute, if Start Pad is not pressed, the display
returns to “0”, or goes blank if the oven door is closed.
Stop Pad
Before heating: One tap clears the display.
During heating: One tap stops the heating cycle and
two taps clears the display.
N.B. see page 18 for operation while in Programme
Lock.
Heater Operation
When using HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW and SIMMER
powers, the half of GRILL elements and
CONVECTION fan operate to reduce the build up of
condensation.Take care NOT TO TOUCH OVEN
CEILING.
Please use the container suitable for Microwave and
Heat.
A
B
1
2
3
A
B
1
2
3
START
LAMP
STOP
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