Panasonic NNCF876S Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Convection Microwave Oven

Household Use Only

Model No. NN-CF876S

Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

Tel: [phone] www.panasonic.com

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Microwave Oven Safety ........................................................................................................................................................	1
Important Safety Instructions...........................................................................................................................................	2-4
Installation and Grounding Instructions .........................................................................................................................	5-6
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................	7-8
Operation
Control Panel.........................................................................................................................................................................	14
Display Window.....................................................................................................................................................................	15
Oven Accessories..................................................................................................................................................................	15
Cooking Modes......................................................................................................................................................................	16
Starting to Use Your Oven.....................................................................................................................................................	17
Setting the Clock ...................................................................................................................................................................	17
Child Safety Lock...................................................................................................................................................................	17
Demo Mode...........................................................................................................................................................................	17
Slider Bar...............................................................................................................................................................................	18
Function Features............................................................................................................................................................	18-19
Menu Action ON/OFF ............................................................................................................................................................	19
Microwave .............................................................................................................................................................................	20
Grill Feature...........................................................................................................................................................................	21
Convection Feature .........................................................................................................................................................	22-23
Combination Feature.............................................................................................................................................................	23
3-Stage Cooking....................................................................................................................................................................	24
Quick 30 Feature...................................................................................................................................................................	24
Popcorn Feature....................................................................................................................................................................	25
More/Less Feature ................................................................................................................................................................	25
Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature ..............................................................................................................................................	26
Defrosting Tips & Techniques ..........................................................................................................................................	26-27
Auto Cook Feature ................................................................................................................................................................	28
Sensor Reheat Feature .........................................................................................................................................................	29
Sensor Cook Feature ............................................................................................................................................................	29
Menu Chart......................................................................................................................................................................	30-36
Cleaning Feature...................................................................................................................................................................	36
Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start).........................................................................................................	37
Shortcuts ...............................................................................................................................................................................	38
Reheating Chart ..............................................................................................................................................................	39-41
Cooking Chart..................................................................................................................................................................	42-47
Food Characteristics..............................................................................................................................................................	48
Cooking Techniques ........................................................................................................................................................	48-49
Quick Guide to Operation................................................................................................................................................	53-55
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven.........................................................................................................................	11
Before Requesting Service..............................................................................................................................................	50-51
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................................	52
General Information
Cookware Guide................................................................................................................................................................	9-10
Oven Components Diagram............................................................................................................................................	12-13
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................................	56
User’s Record........................................................................................................................................................................	56

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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:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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

(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.

(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.

(c)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.

(d)The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

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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

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

1.Read all instructions before using this appliance.

2.Read and follow the specific “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 5.

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 specifically 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 qualified service personnel.

Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.

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 fire 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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 film 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.

WARNING

TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:

DO NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified 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 reflect throughout the cavity. This will cause arcing and damage the oven

cavity, door or other components, which can lead to a fire hazard. 2. DO NOT store flammable 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 flat table. The flat table can also be very HOT after removing the cooking container from the oven. Care in handling must be exercised.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

WARNING

1.The door seals and door seal areas should be cleaned with a damp cloth. The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be

operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.

2.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 from the oven which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

Repairs should only be done by a qualified service technician.

3.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. It is dangerous for anyone other than a service technician trained by the manufacturer to

perform repair service.

4.If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with the special cord available from the manufacturer.

5.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

6.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, including escaping steam. To prevent burns, ensure that children do not touch either the hot inner surfaces or the hot outer casing after

operation of the oven.

7.Liquids and foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

8.Take CAUTION when sliding out the Enamel Shelf from the sliding rail, do not let the Enamel Shelf rest half way on the sliding rail inside the oven. The sliding rail inside the oven is not designed with a stop-lock and the rail can not hold the Enamel Shelf.

Attention: Hot Surfaces

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Examine Your Oven

Unpack oven, remove all packing material and examine the oven for any dam-age 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 flat, stable surface, which is 91.6 cm (36”) height from the ground. Place the front surface of the door three 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 sufficient air flow. Allow 15 cm (6”) of space on the top of the oven, 10 cm (4”) at the back, 5 cm (2”) on the left and the other side being open. If one side of the oven is placed flush against wall, the other side or the top must not be blocked. Do not remove the bottom feet from 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, only use the proper Panasonic trim kit available from a local Panasonic dealer, or online from the Panasonic Canada eStore. Follow all instructions packed with the trim kit.

3.Use of a non-Panasonic trim kit will void the Manufacturer’s warranty for the Microwave oven.

WARNING	ELECTRIC SHOCK.
	— IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING PLUG CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF

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 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.

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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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 specified on this microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage is dangerous and may result in a fire 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 specified.

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”)

Fan Motor Operation

After using the oven, the fan may rotate to cool the electric components and “COOLING” appears in the display window. You can take out the food from the oven while the fan operates. It is recommended to keep the oven plugged in until the Fan Motor completely stops operating.

Note: It’s normal for the door cooling fan (inside the door) to remain operating after the cooking. No “COOLING” display during this cooling period.

Oven Light

When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult Panasonic for the nearest authorized service centre for examination or repair. Contact information is provided in the warranty page 52.

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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, fire 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 difficult 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 fire if overheated.

2)POPCORN

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 25). Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire. 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.

3)DEEP FAT FRYING

•DO NOT deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into flames 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 fire.

5)FLAT TABLE / COOKING CONTAINERS / FOIL

•Cooking containers get hot during microwaving. Heat is transferred from the HOT food to the container and the flat table. Use pot holders when removing containers from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from cooking containers, to avoid burns.

•The flat table will get hot during cooking. It should be allowed to cool 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 fiber woven into them. The synthetic fiber 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.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

(continued)

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 fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings 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. This oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. DO NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or other non-food products.

•Before use, check that utensils/containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

•DO NOT attempt to use this microwave oven to dry newspaper, clothing or any other materials. They may catch fire.

•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.

•The appliance shall not be operated by Microwave or Combination WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN. Operation in this manner may damage the appliance.

•If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, touch the Stop/Reset Pad and leave the door closed in order to extinguish the flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse.

•Extreme caution must be used when moving hot liquids.

•When handling cooking containers take care not to let the contents spill.

•Avoid hot steam, serious burns and scalds could result.

•To prevent injury, Do not allow anyone to lean, hang, sit or place heavy items on the open door of the appliance. Severe personal injury could result.

•Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance. The steam from the cleaning appliance could penetrate live components and permanently damage the oven or cause injury.

•The use of accessories not recommended by Panasonic may cause injury.

12)HEATER OPERATION

•Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during Convection, Combination or Grill functions. To prevent burns, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories.

•The oven has heaters situated in the top and rear of the oven. During and after using either the Convection, Combination or Grill functions, all inside surfaces of the oven will be very hot. To prevent burns, care should be taken to avoid touching the inside surfaces of the oven.

•TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDING, please use caution when touching accessible parts when oven is operated in Convection,Grill or Combination mode, because the accessible parts may become extremely hot.

13)BEFORE USING YOUR OVEN

•Before using the oven for the first time, wipe excessive oil off in the oven cavity and operate the oven without food and accessories on Convection at 230°C (450°F), for 10 minutes. This will allow the oil that is used for rust protection to be burned off. This is the only time the oven is used empty. (with the exception of preheating on Convection)

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Cookware Guide

	Item		Microwave	Grill	Convection	Combination	Comments
							Small strips of foil can be molded
			Yes for				around thin parts of meat or poultry
						Yes for	to prevent overcooking. Arcing can
	Aluminum Foil		Shielding	Yes	Yes
						Shielding only	occur if foil is too close to oven wall
			only
							or door and damage to your oven
							will result.
							Browning dishes are designed for
							microwave cooking only. Check
	Browning Dish		Yes	No	No	No	browning dish information for
							instructions and heating chart. Do
							not preheat for more than 6 minutes.
		Labeled
		"Oven/	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Check manufacturers' use and care
		Microwave-					directions for use in oven/microwave
	Dinnerware	safe"					heating. Some dinnerware may
		Labeled					state on the back of the dish, "Oven/
		"Microwave-	Yes	No	No	No	Microwave-safe".
		safe"
		Unlabeled	?	No	No	No	See CONTAINER TEST on page 10.
	Disposable polyester						Some frozen foods are packaged in
			Yes	No	No	No	these dishes. Can be purchased in
	Paperboard Dishes
							grocery stores.
	Fast Food Carton with		No	No	No	No	Metal handle may cause arcing and
	Metal Handle						create a fire hazard.
							Metal can cause arcing and damage
	Frozen Dinner Tray Metal		No	Yes	Yes	No	to your oven in the Microwave and
							Combination modes.
	Frozen Dinner Tray		Yes	No	No	No	For one time use only. Do not reuse.
	Microwave-safe
							Most glass jars are not heat
	Glass Jars		No	No	No	No	resistant. Do not use for cooking or
							reheating.
	Heat Resistant Oven						Ideal for microwave cooking and
			Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	browning. (See CONTAINER TEST
	Glassware & Ceramics
							on page 10.)
	Metal Convection Bake						Metal can cause arcing and damage
			No	Yes	Yes	No	to your oven in the Microwave and
	ware
							Combination modes.
							Metal can cause arcing and damage
	Metal Twist-Ties		No	Yes	Yes	No	to your oven in the Microwave and
							Combination modes.
							Follow manufacturers' directions.
							Close bag with the nylon tie
							provided, a strip cut from the end of
	Oven Cooking Bag		Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	the bag, or a piece of cotton string.
							Do not close with metal twist-tie
							for the Microwave or Combination
							mode. Make six 1 cm (½-inch) slits
							near the closure.
	Paper bags		No	No	No	No	May cause a fire in the oven.

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Cookware Guide

(continued)

Item

Microwave

Grill

Convection

Combination

Comments

Use to warm cooked foods, and

Paper Plates & Cups

Yes, with

No

No

No

to cook foods that require short

supervision

cooking times such as hot dogs in

the Microwave mode.

Yes, with

Use to warm rolls and sandwiches,

Paper Towels & Napkins

No

No

No

only if labeled safe for microwave

supervision

use.

Recycled Paper Towels &

Recycled paper products may

No

No

No

No

contain impurities which may cause

Napkins

sparks or create a fire hazard.

Use as a cover to prevent spattering.

Parchment Paper

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Safe for use in the Microwave,

Convection, Grill and Combination

modes.

Should be labeled, “Suitable

for Microwave Heating”. Check

manufacturers' directions for

Yes, use

recommended uses. Some

Plastic, Microwave-safe

No

No

No

microwave-safe plastic containers

caution

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

No

No

No

This material absorbs microwave

energy. Dishes get HOT!

Plastic foam will melt if foods reach

Plastic Foam Cups

Yes, short

No

No

No

a high temperature. Use caution

term only

to reheat foods to a low serving

temperature only.

Silicon Rubber Container

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Check Manufacturer's directions for

recommended uses.

Use to cover food during cooking

to retain moisture and prevent

Plastic Wrap

Yes

No

No

No

spattering. Should be labeled

“Suitable for Microwave Heating”.

Check package directions.

Use only for short term reheating

Straw, Wicker, Wood

Yes, short

No

No

No

and to bring food to a low serving

term only

temperature. Wood may dry out &

split or crack when used.

Thermometers,

Yes

No

No

No

Use only microwave-safe meat and

Microwave-safe

candy thermometers.

Thermometers,

No

Yes

Yes

No

Not suitable for use in microwave

Conventional

oven, will cause sparks and get hot.

Use as a cover to prevent spattering

Wax paper

Yes

No

No

No

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 1000 W. 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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Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven

Caution:

After cooking, the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. If the oven is not cleaned occasionally to eliminate grease, it can accumulate and cause the oven to “Smoke and Fire” during use.

BEFORE CLEANING:

Unplug oven at wall outlet. If outlet is inaccessible, leave oven door open while cleaning.

AFTER CLEANING:

Be sure the microwave oven is clean and dry, touch Stop/Reset Pad to clear the Display.

Label:

Do not remove, wipe with a damp cloth.

Oven Door:

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth when steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door. During cooking, especially under high humidity conditions, steam is given off from the food. (Some steam will condense on cooler surfaces, such as the oven door. This is normal.) Inside surface is covered with a heat and vapor barrier film. Do not remove.

Rubber Seal:

Wipe with a soft dry cloth. Mild detergent may be used if needed. Do not use knife or sharp edge.

Flat Table

Always clean the flat table after cooling down with a mild detergent and wipe to dry.

Outside oven surfaces:

Clean with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into ventilation openings.

Inside of the oven:

Wipe with a damp cloth after using, mild detergent may be used if needed. Do not use of harsh detergents or abrasives.

Control Panel:

Do not allow the Control Panel to become wet. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use detergents, abrasives or spray on cleaners on the Control Panel. After cleaning touch Stop/Reset Pad to clear display window.

After using, clean it with a mild detergent or dishwasher.

	Drip tray
1.	Always keep the drip tray clean.
2.	Clean and wipe dry after use.
3.	After cleaning, re-connect the drip tray to the plastic feet.	Wire shelf	Glass shelf	Enamel Shelf
4.	DO NOT USE A DISHWASHER TO CLEAN THE DRIP TRAY.

NOTES:

1.When using the Grill, Convection or cooking in the Combination mode, some foods may inevitably splatter grease on to the oven walls. If the oven is not cleaned, occasionally it may start to “smoke” during use. These marks will be more difficult to clean later.

2.After Grill, Convection or Combination cooking the ceiling and walls of the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth squeezed in soapy water. Particular care should be taken to keep the window area clean particularly after cooking by Grill, Convection or Combination. Stubborn spots inside the oven can be removed by using a small amount of microwave oven cleaner sprayed onto a soft damp cloth. Wipe onto problem spots, leave for recommended time and then wipe off. This method can not be used to clean the oven door.

DO NOT SPRAY DIRECTLY INSIDE THE OVEN. A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning.

3.Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

4.Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

5.When it becomes necessary to replace the oven light, please consult the service center specified by Panasonic.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE OVEN CLEAN AND DRY. FOOD RESIDUE AND CONDENSATION MAY CAUSE RUSTING OR ARCING AND DAMAGE TO THE OVEN. AFTER USE, WIPE DRY ALL SURFACES-INCLUDING VENT OPENINGS, OVEN SEAMS.

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Oven Components Diagram

Flat Table

If the flat table is hot, allow cooling down before cleaning

Do not directly place the food on the flat table. Place it on a container or container rack special for the microwave oven.

Power Supply Cord

Power Supply Plug

Shelf Positions

Door Hinge

Never put the finger in.

Grill Elements Convection Heater	Warning Label
	Door Safety Lock System
	LED Lights

Warning Label

Oven Window

Door Safety Lock System

	NOTE:	Pull Door Handle
		Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process
	This illustration is for reference only.
		without cancelling the program. Cooking resumes as soon as the
	Oven Light:	door is closed and Start Pad is touched. The oven light will turn
	Oven Light will turn on during cooking and also when door	on and stay on whenever the door is opened. It is quite safe to
	is opened.	open the door at any time during a cooking program and there is
		no risk of Microwave exposure.

Glass shelf

1.The glass shelf can be used in any of the shelf positions for cooking on any mode.

2.If the glass shelf is hot, let it cool before cleaning or placing in cold water, as this could crack or shatter the accessory.

3.The maximum weight that can be placed on the glass shelf is 4 kg (8.8 lb) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

Wire shelf

1.The wire shelf can be used in Grill, Convection or Combination mode.

2.Do not use any metal container directly on the wire shelf in Combination.

3.Do not use the wire shelf in MICROWAVE mode only.

4.The maximum weight that can be placed on the wire shelf is 4 kg (8.8 lb) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

Enamel Shelf

1.The Enamel Shelf can be used in Grill and Convection mode. Do not use it in Microwave or Combination mode.

2.For 2 level Convection cooking, the wire shelf can be used in the highest shelf position and the Enamel Shelf can be used in the lowest shelf position.

3.The maximum weight that can be placed on the Enamel Shelf is 4 kg (8.8 lb) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

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Oven Components Diagram

(continued)

				Control Panel							Air Vents Exhaust
											(Do not remove)

Identification Plate

The model number and serial number are displayed here.

Warning Label

Front View		Rear View

Drip Tray

1.Before using the oven, the drip tray must be fitted as it collects excess water during cooking. The drip tray should be removed and cleaned on a regular basis.

2.Clean and wipe dry after use.

3.To remove the drip tray, hold with both hands and gently ease forward. Wash in warm soapy water.

4.After cleaning, re-connect the drip tray as shown in the diagram.

5.Fit the drip tray by holding with both hands and clicking onto the front legs of the oven, before using the oven.

6.DO NOT USE A DISHWASHER TO CLEAN THE DRIP TRAY.

Oven Light:

Oven Light will turn on during cooking and also when door is opened.

NOTE:

The above illustration is for reference only.

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Control Panel

Display Window

Step by step instructions scroll for easy operation

Slider bar (page 18)

Touch or hold “+”/“-”,

swipe the slider bar to select the cooking options.

Sensor Reheat/Cook Pad

(page 29)

Auto Cook Pad (page 28)

Popcorn Pad (page 25)

Convection Pad (page 22)

Grill Pad (page 21)

Combination Pad (page 23)

Stop/Reset Pad

Before cooking: One touch clears all your instructions.

During cooking: One touch temporarily stops the cooking process. Another touch cancels all your instructions, and time of day or colon appears in the Display Window.

Inverter Turbo Defrost Pad

(page 26)

More/Less Pad (page 25)

Quick 30 Pad (page 24)

Micro Power Pad (page 20)

Timer/Clock Pad (page 17, 37)

Start Pad

After cooking program setting, one touch allows oven to begin functioning.

If door is opened or Stop/Reset Pad is touched once during oven operation, Start Pad must be touched again to restart oven.

Beep Sound:

When a pad is touched correctly, a beep will be heard.

If a pad is touched and no beep is heard, the unit did not or cannot accept the instruction. When operating, the oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the end of any complete program, the oven will beep 5 times.

Notes:

1.If there is no operation for 6 minutes after setting cooking program, the oven will automatically cancel the cooking program. The display will return to clock or colon display.

2.The oven will enter stand-by mode after the last operation has completed. When in stand-by mode, the backlight of the display will be reduced and the backlight of key will be turned off.

3.When in stand-by mode, it is necessary to open and close the oven door before operating the oven.

4.If no beep sound is heard, check “Beep ON/OFF” function feature (P18, 19).

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Display Window

To help you operate the oven, the following numbers/symbols will appear in the display window.

	Number/Character (Time/	Temperature Display
	Menu/Weight/Temp.)
		Weight Display
	Child Safety Lock
		Time Display
	Setting	(Minute/Second)
	3-Stage Display	Defrost Feature
	Wire shelf Display	Start Feature
	Enamel Shelf Display	Micro power Feature
	Glass Shelf Display	Grill Feature
	Accessory Placement	Convection Feature
	NOTES:

1.When the selected cooking time is less than one hour, the time counts down second by second.

2.When the selected cooking time is more than one hour, the time will appear in hours and minutes. Time counts down minute by minute until 1 hour remains. The timer will then count down second by second.

Oven Accessories

The following chart shows correct use of the accessories in the oven.

		Glass Shelf	Enamel Shelf	Wire Shelf
	MICROWAVE	Yes	No	No
	GRILL	Yes	Yes	Yes
	CONVECTION	Yes	Yes	Yes
	COMBINATION	Yes	No	Yes
	(Microwave + Grill)

NOTES:

1.Metal containers can not be placed directly on the wire shelf in Combination mode.

2.DO NOT use any metal containers for Microwave mode.

3.After cooking, the accessories and surrounding oven will get very hot. Use oven gloves.

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Cooking Modes

Cooking modes

Uses

Recommended

Containers

accessories

MICROWAVE

Defrosting

Reheating

Melting: butter, chocolate, cheese.

Cooking fish, vegetables, fruits, eggs.

Use your own dishes,

Microwaveable,

Preparing: stewed fruits, jam, sauces, custards, choux,

plates or bowls, directly

no metal.

pastry, caramel, meat, fish.

on the base of the oven.

Baking cakes without color.

No Preheating

GRILL

Grilling of meat or fish.

Toast grilling.

Enamel Shelf, glass

Heat proof,

Coloring of gratin dishes or meringue pies.

metal tin can

shelf or wire shelf.

Preheating advised

be used.

COMBINATION

Roasting chicken wings, seafood, fried foods, meat

Microwaveable

skewers, frozen potato fries, pizza etc.

Wire shelf or glass shelf.

No Preheating

& heat proof.

CONVECTION

Baking of small pastry items with short cooking times:

puff, pastry, cookies, choux, short pastry, roll cakes.

Special baking: souffles, meringues, vol-au-vent, small

Enamel shelf, glass shelf

Heat proof,

loaves of bread or brioches, sponge cake, meat pie, etc.

metal tin can

Baking of quiches, pizza and tarts.

and or shelf.

be used.

Preheating advised

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