Panasonic NN-P295 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Over The Range Microwave Oven

Model: NN-P295

Safety Information
Precautions ................................................	Inside cover
Important Safety Instructions.................................	1-2
Installation and Grounding Instructions ...............	3-4
Safety Precautions......................................................	5
Operation
Control Panel ................................................................	8
Function Features .........................................................	9
Setting the Clock.........................................................	10
Selecting Light On/Night/Off........................................	10
Selecting Turntable On/Off..........................................	10
Selecting Fan High/Low/Off ........................................	10
Selecting Super/Turbo/Off...........................................	10
Selecting Auto Off 1/3/5/10 .........................................	10
Selecting Power & Cook Time.....................................	11
Quick Min Feature .......................................................	11
Keep Warm Feature ....................................................	11
Popcorn Feature .........................................................	12
More/Less Feature ......................................................	12
Beverages ...................................................................	12
Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature....................................	13
Defrosting Tips & Techniques ................................	13-14
Sensor Reheat Feature...............................................	15
Sensor Cook Feature..................................................	15
Sensor Cook Chart .....................................................	16
Microwave Recipes .....................................................	17

Operation
Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start)
....................................................................................	18
How to Use Shelf ........................................................	19
Microwave Shortcuts..............................................	20-21
Food Characteristics ...................................................	22
Cooking Techniques...............................................	22-23
Quick Guide to Operation ...........................................	29
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven ........	24-26
Accessory Purchases..................................................	24
Cleaning Vent Grille (Oven Air Vent)...........................	25
Installing Vent Grille ....................................................	25
Charcoal Filter Attachment/Replacement ...................	25
Cleaning Grease Filters ..............................................	26
Installing Grease Filters ..............................................	26
Cooktop/Night Light Replacement ..............................	26
Oven Light Replacement ............................................	26
Before Requesting Service .........................................	27
Limited Warranty & Customer Service Directory ........	28
General Information
Cookware Guide ...........................................................	6
Oven Components Diagram .........................................	7
Specifications ..............................................................	30
User’s Record .............................................................	30

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE OVEN.

Para instrucciones en español, voltee el libro.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or send e-mail to: [e-mail]
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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.

The 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.

You can be exposed to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

The 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.

© Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 2005.

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 this electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 this appliance.

2.Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on the inside front cover.

3.This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 3.

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 3.

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 on 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.

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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 oven empty. The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven causing overheating and damage, if food or water is not present to absorb energy.

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 Glass Tray. The Glass Tray can also be very HOT after removing the cooking container from the oven.

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 specifically 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, or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish.

6.If food or utensil on the Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.

Roller Ring

1.The Roller Ring and oven floor 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.

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INSTALLATION 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.

Installation

1.This oven must be installed in at least a 30 inch opening, it is suitable for use above gas or electric cooking equipment 36 inches or less wide. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install at least 135/8" (34.6 cm) above any cooktop.

2.It is recommended that the product be mounted to a flush wall of 2" x 4" (5 x 10cm) stud and 3/8" (1cm) minimum thickness drywall or plaster/lath construction. For further information, please consult the additional installation instructions provided.

3.Make sure the bottom of the top cabinet is 66" (1.67 m) or more from the floor and 30" (76 cm) or more from the cooking surface.

4.Be sure to install this oven only in accordance with the additional installation instructions provided.

5.This oven was manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.

30"

(76 cm)

30" (76 cm) 135/8" MINIMUM

(34.6 cm) MINIMUM

66" (167 cm) MINIMUM

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 grounded.

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.

•DO NOT use an extension cord.

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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

Wiring Requirements

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. The oven must be plugged into at least a 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. 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 Interference

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)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)

The Hood

1.The vent fan in your oven will operate automatically under certain conditions. Caution is required to prevent the starting and spreading of accidental cooking fires while the vent fan is in operation.

2.Never leave surface units unattended at high heat setting. Boil over causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite and spread if vent fan is operating. To minimize automatic fan operation, use adequate sized utensils and use high heat settings only when necessary.

3.In the event of a grease fire, smother flaming pan on surface unit by covering pan completely with well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray.

4.Keep hood and grease filters clean, according to instructions on page 26, to maintain adequate venting and avoid grease fires.

5.To protect the automatic fan feature, always keep the filter clean (see page 26). Should the fan require repair, do not operate microwave oven until it has been repaired.

Indoor Venting

If this appliance is to be vented inside the kitchen, be sure the charcoal filter kit is installed in the unit before you operate. Additional replacement charcoal filter kits can be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer when needed (see page 25).

Fan Motor Operation

After using the oven repeatedly or for long time, the fan may operate to cool the electric components. This is perfectly normal, and you can take out the food from the oven while the fan operates.

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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 12). 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 facing 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) 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 1-inch (2.5 cm) 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 more 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 fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while the surface remains warm to the touch (ex. 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
		Yes for	Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of meat or poultry to
	Aluminum Foil	Shielding	prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall or
		only	door and damage to your oven will result.
			Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking only. Check
	Browning Dish	Yes	browning dish information for instructions and heating chart. Do not
			preheat for more than 6 minutes.
	Brown paper bags	No	May cause a fire in the oven.
	Dinnerware:		Check manufacturers' use and care directions for use in microwave
	Labeled	Yes	heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of the dish,
	“Microwave Safe”		“Oven-Microwave Safe”.
	Unlabeled Dinnerware	?	Use CONTAINER TEST below.
	Disposable polyester	Yes	Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Can be purchased in
	Paperboard Dishes		grocery stores.
	Fast Food Carton	No	Metal handle may cause arcing.
	with Metal Handle
	Frozen Dinner Tray	No	Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.
	Metal
	Frozen Dinner Tray	Yes	Heat only 1 tray in the oven at one time.
	Microwave safe
	Glass Jars	No	Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Do not use for cooking or reheating.
	Heat Resistant Oven	Yes	Ideal for microwave cooking and browning.
	Glassware & Ceramics		(See CONTAINER TEST below)
	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 fire in the oven.
			Follow manufacturers' directions. Close bag with the nylon tie provided,
	Oven Cooking Bag	Yes	a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Do not
			close with metal twist-tie. Make six 1/2-inch (1 cm) 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.
	Paper Towels & Napkins	Yes	Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for microwave use.
	Recycled Paper Towels	No	Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks.
	& Napkins
	Parchment Paper	Yes	Use as a cover to prevent spattering. Safe for use in microwave,
			microwave/convection and conventional ovens.
	Plastic:		Should be labeled, "Suitable for Microwave Heating." Check
	Microwave Safe	Yes,	manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. Some microwave safe
	Cookware	use caution	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,	Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use to reheat
		use caution	foods to a low serving temperature only.
			Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and prevent
	Plastic Wrap	Yes	spattering. Should be labeled “Suitable for Microwave Heating”. Check
			package directions.
	Straw, Wicker, Wood	Yes,	Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low serving
		use caution	temperature. Wood may dry out & split or crack when used.
	Thermometers-	Yes	Use only microwave safe meat and candy thermometers.
	Microwave safe
	Thermometers-	No	Not suitable for use in microwave oven, will cause sparks
	Conventional		and get hot.
	Wax paper	Yes	Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture.

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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Oven Components Diagram

Shelf

Shelf can be used for 2-level cooking, see page 19

1 See-through Oven Window

2 Waveguide Cover (do not remove)

3 Oven Light (Oven Light can be replaced, see page 26) 4 Glass Tray (Turntable)

5Oven Air Vent (Vent Grille/Vent Grille is removable and can be cleaned, see page 25)

6 Control Panel

7 Door Release Button

8 Cooktop Light (Cooktop Light can be replaced, see page 26)

9Grease Filter (Grease filter is removable and can be cleaned, see page 26)

Glass Tray	0 Shelf Supports
	- Door Safety Lock System
	= Identification Plate

Roller Ring

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Control Panel

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Function Features

This unique function of your PANASONIC microwave oven allows you to establish the initial non-cooking features of your oven such as CHILD LOCK, WORD SPEED, LANGUAGE CHOICE (ENGLISH, FRENCH OR SPANISH), plus many more. See below.

1.		• Press Function.
2.	to	• Press selection by number pad (see chart below).
	Press
3.	to	• Press selection by number pad (see chart below).
	Press

4. If other selections are desired, repeat steps 1-3.

1 LANGUAGE CHOICE

The oven has a choice of English, French or Spanish display. The display appears in English when you plug-in.

*1 ENGLISH Display appears in English.

2 FRANCAIS Display appears in French. 3 ESPANOL Display appears in Spanish.

2		Lb/KG CHOICE
		The oven has both imperial and metric weight measurements. The oven displays the weight
		in imperial when you plug it in.
		*1	Lb	Weight can be set in oz/lb, (Imperial).
		2	KG	Weight can be set in g/kg, (Metric).

3 WORD SPEED

The speed of word scrolling on the Display Window can be sped up or slowed down. 1 QUICK Words scroll quickly.

*2 MEDIUM Scrolling speed returns to initial setting. 3 SLOW Words scroll slowly.

4		MENU ACTION ON/OFF
		MENU ACTION SCREEN helps you to program your oven by prompting the next step to be
		taken. When you become familiar with your oven, the prompt can be turned off.
		*1	ON	Prompting Guide will appear.
		2	OFF	Prompting Guide will not appear.

5		CHILD LOCK ON/OFF
		The oven has a Child Safety Lock feature which prevents the electronic operation of the oven
		until cancelled. It does not lock the door.
		1	ON	Child Lock has been set and operation will not be accepted.
		*2	OFF	Child Lock has been cancelled.
6		BEEP ON/OFF
		If you wish to have the oven operate with no beep, it can be turned off.
		*1	ON	Beep sound will reactivate.
		2	OFF	Beep sound will not be heard.
7		REMINDER BEEP ON/OFF
		A reminder beep works to remind you to remove the food from the oven after the completion
		of cooking or timer. It will occur every 15 seconds until the door is opened.
		1	ON	Reminder beep will work.
		*2	OFF	Reminder beep will not work.
8		DAYLIGHT SAVING ON/OFF
		1	ON	Time of day will advance one hour.
		*2	OFF	Time of day returns to original setting.
9		CLOCK ON/OFF
		Clock display can be turned off.
		*1	ON	Clock display will appear on the Display Window.
		2	OFF	Clock display will not appear on the Display Window.
		Time of day will be stored in memory while the display is off.
0		DEMO MODE ON/OFF
		Demo mode is designed for retail store display. In this mode, the oven can be demonstrated
		with no power in the oven.
		1	ON	The oven is in Demo mode.
		*2	OFF	The oven is not in Demo mode.

* DEFAULT MODE

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Setting the Clock

Selecting Fan High/Low/Off

Example: To set 11:25

1.	• Press Clock once.
	Colon flashes.
2.	• Enter time of day
	pads.
	Time appears in
	colon continues
3.	• Press Clock.
	Colon stops flashing;
	entered.

NOTES:

1.To reset the clock, repeat steps 1-3.

2.The clock will retain the time of day as long plugged in and electricity is supplied.

3.Clock is a 12 hour display.

4.Oven will not operate while colon is flashing

The Fan (Vent Fan) reduces steam and other vapors from the cooking surface below the microwave oven. Press "Fan High/Low/Off" pad once for High fan speed, twice for Low fan speed, and press again to turn the fan off. When you turn it on, will appear in the display window

Automatic Fan

microwave oven is used for a long time or if cooking equipment under the microwave oven is used simultaneously,

temperature may get too hot around the microwave oven the vent hood fan will automatically turn on at the Turbo to cool the oven. When this occurs the display window

"VENTILATING", and the fan can not be manually off. If subsequently another key is pressed and "HOT"

in the display window, the microwave oven will not

,and you must wait until the microwave is cool and

"disappears from the display to re-program. The fan will automatically turn off when the internal components are cool. It

continue cooling for 30 minutes or longer.

	Selecting Light		"COOLING" appears in the display window
			either using the microwave oven for a long time or using
			cooking equipment under the microwave, "COOLING" may
		This feature allows you	in the display window, and the cooling fan will run until
			components inside are cool. The microwave oven will continue
		brightness of Cooktop
			operate normally.
		Press "Light On/Night/Off"
		bright light, twice for	"HOT" appears on the Display Window
		press again to turn the
			using the microwave oven and the cooking equipment
			the product simultaneously, "HOT" may appear on the
			window and the microwave oven does not work. In this
	Selecting Turntable
			wait until the microwave oven is cool and "HOT" disap-
			. It may stay on until it is finished performing the cooking
			operation.
		For best cooking results,
		turntable on. It can be
		large dishes.
		Press "Turntable On/Off"
		turntable on or off.
		When you turn it off,
		the display window.
	NOTE:
	When "Turntable OFF" is selected, it will
	to "ON" again after the heating cycle is
	Do not operate the oven "Turntable Off" when
	on Popcorn / Inverter Turbo Defrost / Sensor
	Cook.
	Sometimes the glass tray can become too
	careful when touching the glass tray during

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Selecting Power

& Cook Time

Example: To cook at P 6 (MEDIUM) power for 1 minute 30 seconds

1.				• Press Power Level until the desired
				power level appears in the display
Press 5 times.				window.
2.				• Set Cooking Time using number pads.
3.				• Press Start.
				Cooking will start. The time in the
				display window will count down.
Press				Power Level
once				P10 (HIGH)
twice				P9
3 times				P8
4 times				P7 (MED-HIGH)
5 times				P6 (MEDIUM)
6 times				P5
7 times				P4
8 times				P3 (MED-LOW)/DEFROST
9 times				P2
10 times				P1 (LOW)

NOTES:

1.For more than one stage cooking, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each stage of cooking before pressing Start Pad. The maximum number of stages for cooking is 5. When operating, two beeps will sound between each stage. Five beeps will sound at the end of the entire sequence.

2.When selecting P10 (HIGH) power for the first stage, you may begin at step 2.

3.When selecting P10 (HIGH) power, the maximum programmable time is 30 minutes. For other power levels, the maximum time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

4.For reheating: use P10 (HIGH) for liquids, P7 (MED-HIGH) for most foods and P6 (MEDIUM) for dense foods.

5.For defrosting, use P3 (MED-LOW).

DO NOT OVER COOK. This oven requires less time to cook than an older unit. Overcooking will cause food to dry out and may cause a fire. A microwave oven’s cooking power tells you the amount of microwave power available for cooking.

Quick Min Feature

This feature allows you to set or add cooking time in 1 minute increments up to 10 minutes.

To Set Cooking Time:

1.	• Press Quick Min until the desired
	cooking time (up to 10 minutes)
	appears in the display window. Power
	Level is pre-set at P10.
2.	• Press Start.
	Cooking begins and the time will count
	down. At the end of cooking, 5 beeps
	sound.

NOTES:

1.If desired, you can use other power levels. Select desired power level before setting cooking time.

2.After setting the time by Quick Min Pad, you cannot use Number Pads.

3.Quick Min Pad can be used to add more time during manual cooking.

Keep Warm Feature

This feature will keep food warm for up to 30 minutes after cooking.

Example: To keep 2 cups of gravy warm

1.		• Press Keep Warm.
2.	to	• Set warming time, up to 30 minutes.
3.		• Press Start.
		Keep Warm will start. The time in
		the display window will count down.

NOTES:

Keep Warm cannot be used in combination with sensor or auto features.

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		Popcorn Feature				More/Less Feature
					For Popcorn:
					By using the More/Less Pad, the programs can be adjusted to
					cook popcorn for a longer or shorter time if desired.
	Example: To pop a bag of microwave popcorn
	1.		• Press Popcorn.		1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 3% time)
					2 taps = More (Adds Approx. 6% time)
					3 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 3% time)
	2.		• (see More/Less Feature.)
					4 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 6% time)
					5 taps = Original setting
					Press More/Less pad before pressing Start.
	3.		• Press Start .		For Sensor Reheat/Cook and Beverages:
			Cooking starts.
					Preferences for food doneness vary with each individual. After
					having used the Sensor Reheat/Cook and Beverages feature
					a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food
					cooked to a different doneness.
					Sensor Reheat/Cook:
	NOTES ON POPCORN FEATURE:
					1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)
	1. Pop one bag at a time.				2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)
	2. Place bag in oven according to manufacturers’ directions.				3 taps = Original setting
	3. Start with popcorn at room temperature.
	4. Allow popped corn to sit unopened for a few minutes.				Beverages:
	5. Open bag carefully to prevent burns, because steam will				1 tap = More (Adds Approx. 10% time)
	escape.				2 taps = Less (Subtracts Approx. 10% time)
	6. Do not reheat unpopped kernels or reuse bag.				3 taps = Original setting
	REMARKS:				Press More/Less pad before pressing Start.
	When popping multiple bags one right after the other, the
	cooking times may vary slightly. This does not affect the pop-
	corn results.
							Beverages
					This feature allows you to reheat 1 cup (250 ml) or 2 cups
					(500 ml) of room temperature beverages without setting power
					and time.
					Example: To reheat 2 cups of beverage
					1.		• Press Beverages until the desired
							number of servings appears in the
							display window.
					2.		(see More/Less Feature.)
					3.		• Press Start.
							Cooking time appears in the display
							window and begins to count down.
					NOTE:
					1. Use a microwave safe cup.
					2. Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do not heat
					liquids in your microwave oven without stirring before and
					halfway through heating.
					3. Care must be exercised not to overheat liquids when using
					the Beverage feature. It is programmed to give proper result
					when heating 1 cup (250 ml) or 2 cups (500 ml) of liquid,
					starting from room temperature. Overheating will cause an
					increased risk of scalding, or water eruption. Refer to page
					1, item 18.

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Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature

This feature allows you to automatically defrost foods such as: meat, poultry and seafood simply by entering the weight.

	Example: To defrost 1.5 pounds of meat				Conversion Chart:
					Follow the chart to convert ounces or hundredths of a pound
	Place food on microwave safe dish.
					into tenths of a pound. To use Inverter Turbo Defrost, enter the
					weight of the food in lbs. (1.0) and tenths of a lb. (0.1). If a
	1.		• Press Inverter Turbo Defrost.		piece of meat weighs 1.95 lbs. or 1 lb. 14 oz., enter 1.9 lbs.
					Ounces		Hundredths of a Pound	Tenths of a Pound
						0	.01 - .05	0.0
	2.		• Enter weight of the food using the		1
			number pads.			- 2	.06 - .15	0.1
					3	- 4	.16 - .25	0.2
	3.		• Press Start.			5	.26 - .35	0.3
			Defrosting will start. The time will		6	- 7	.36 - .45	0.4
			count down. Larger weight foods will			8	.46 - .55	0.5
			cause a signal midway through		9 - 10		.56 - .65	0.6
			defrosting. If 2 beeps sound, turn		11 - 12		.66 - .75	0.7
			over, rearrange foods or shield with		13		.76 - .85	0.8
			aluminum foil.		14	- 15	.86 - .95	0.9

Defrosting Tips & Techniques

Preparation For Freezing:

1.Freeze meats, poultry, and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. Place wax paper between layers.

2.Package in heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled “For Freezer”), or freezer paper.

3.Remove as much air as possible.

4.Seal securely, date, and label.

To Defrost:

1.Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot and cook the food.

2.Set food in microwave safe dish.

3.Place roasts fat-side down. Place whole poultry breast-side down.

4.Select power and minimum time so that items will be under-defrosted.

5.Drain liquids during defrosting.

6.Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.

7.Shield edges and ends if needed. (See Cooking Techniques).

After Defrosting:

1.Large items may be icy in the center. Defrosting will complete during STANDING TIME.

2.Let stand, covered, following stand time directions on page 14.

3.Rinse foods indicated in the chart.

4.Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer stand time.

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	Defrosting Tips & Techniques			(continued)
	DEFROST		AFTER DEFROSTING
FOOD	TIME at P3	DURING DEFROSTING
	mins (per lb)		Stand Time	Rinse
Fish and Seafood
[up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]
Crabmeat	6	Break apart/Rearrange
Fish Steaks	4 to 6	Turn over	5 min.	YES
Fish Fillets	4 to 6	Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends
Sea Scallops	4 to 6	Break apart/Remove defrosted pieces
Whole fish	4 to 6	Turn over
Meat	4 to 5	Turn over/Remove defrosted portion/Shield edges	10 min.
Ground Meat
Roasts	4 to 8	Turn over/Shield ends and defrosted surface	30 min. in refrig.
[21/2-4 lbs. (1.1-1.8 kg)]
Chops/Steak	6 to 8	Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and
		defrosted surface
Ribs/T-bone	6 to 8	Turn over/Rearrange/Shield ends and	5 min.	NO
		defrosted surface
Stew Meat	4 to 8	Break apart/Rearrange/Remove defrosted pieces
Liver (thinly sliced)	4 to 6	Drain liquid/Turn over/Separate pieces
Bacon (sliced)	4	Turn over	- - - -
Poultry
Chicken, Whole	4 to 6	Turn over/Shield	20 min. in refrig.
[up to 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)]
Cutlets	4 to 6	Break apart/Turn over/Remove defrosted Pieces	5 min.	YES
Pieces	4 to 6	Break apart/Turn over/Shield
Cornish Hens	6 to 8	Turn over/Shield	10 min.
Turkey Breast	6	Turn over/Shield	20 min. in refrig.
[5-6 lbs. (2.3-2.7 kg)]

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Automatic features are provided for your convenience. If results are not suitable to your individual preference or if serving size is other than what is listed on page 16, please refer to page 11 for manual cooking.

Sensor Reheat

Feature

This sensor feature allows you to reheat food without setting time. The oven simplifies programming.

Example: To reheat a plate of food

1.		• Press Sensor Reheat.
2.		• (see More/Less Feature)
		( page 12)
	Optional
3.		• Press Start.
		Cooking starts.

After steam is detected by the Genius Sensor, 2 beeps sound. The remaining cooking time appears in the display window and begins to count down.

At the end of cooking, five beeps sound.

NOTE:

Casseroles - Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of liquid, cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Stir when time appears in the display window.

Canned foods - Empty contents into casserole dish or serving bowl, cover dish with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

Plate of food - Arrange food on plate; top with butter, gravy, etc. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. After reheating, let stand for a few minutes.

DO NOT USE SENSOR REHEAT:

1.To reheat bread and pastry products. Use manual power and time for these foods.

2.For raw or uncooked foods.

3.If oven cavity is warm.

4.For beverages.

5.For frozen foods.

Sensor Cook

Feature

This sensor feature allows you to cook food without setting time. The oven simplifies programming.

Example: To cook Frozen Entrées

1.		Press until the desired category
		appears on the display window.
	Press 3 times
2.		• (see More/Less Feature)
		( page 12)
	Optional
3.		• Press Start.
		Cooking starts.

Cooking is complete when 5 beeps sound. (When steam is detected by the Genius Sensor and 2 beeps sound, the remaining cooking time will appear in the display window.)

For the best results with the GENIUS SENSOR, follow these recommendations.

BEFORE Reheating/Cooking:

1.The room temperature surrounding the oven should be below 95° F (35° C).

2.Food weight should exceed 4 oz. (110 g).

3.Be sure the glass tray, the outside of the cooking containers and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Residual beads of moisture turning into steam can mislead the sensor.

4.Cover food with lid, or with vented plastic wrap. Never use tightly sealed plastic containers—they can prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overcook.

DURING Reheating/Cooking:

DO NOT open the oven door until the end of cooking or 2 beeps sound. Doing so will cause inaccurate cooking since the steam from food is no longer contained within the oven cavity. If 2 beeps sounds, the remaining cooking time will begin to count down. The oven door may be opened to stir, turn, or rearrange foods.

AFTER Reheating/Cooking:

All foods should have a stand time.

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Sensor Cook Chart

Pad	Recipe	Serving/Weight	HINTS
Breakfast	1. Oatmeal	0.5 - 1 cup	Place inside a microwave safe serving bowl with no cover. Follow
		(40 - 80 g)	manufacturers’ directions for preparation.
	2. Breakfast Sausage	2 - 8 links	Follow manufacturers’ directions for preparation of pre-cooked
			breakfast sausage.
			Place in a radial pattern.
	3. Omelet	2, 4 eggs	Follow Basic Omelet recipe on page 17.
Lunch/Snack	4. Soup	1 - 2 cups	Pour soup into a microwave safe serving bowl. Cover with lid or
		(250 - 500 ml)	vented plastic wrap. Stir after cooking.
	5. Hot Dog	1, 2, 3, 4 pieces	Make 3 slits on each Hot Dog. Place Hot Dog on paper plate or
			microwave safe dish leaving space between each. Times may vary
			by size and manufacturer.
	6. Frozen Entrées	8 - 32 oz.	Follow manufacturers’ directions for preparation. After 2 beeps,
		(225 - 900 g)	stir or rearrange. Be careful when removing the film cover after
			cooking. Remove facing away from you to avoid steam burns.
			If additional time is needed, continue to cook manually.
	7. Frozen Pizza	8 oz.	Follow manufacturers’ directions for preparation.
	(single)	(225 g)
	8. Frozen Pocket	1 sandwich	Follow manufacturer's directions for preparation.
	Sandwich	(4.5 oz.)
		(128 g)
Side Dish	9. Potatoes	1 - 4	Pierce each potato with a fork 6 times spacing around surface.
		(6 - 8 oz. each)	Place potato or potatoes around the edge of paper-towel-lined
		(170 - 225 g)	glass tray (Turntable), at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart. Do not cover.
			Let stand 5 minutes to complete cooking.
	10. Fresh Vegetables	4 - 16 oz.	All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of
		(110 - 450 g)	water per 1/2 cup of vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic
			wrap. Do not salt/butter until after cooking.
	11. Frozen Vegetables	6 - 16 oz.	Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per 1/2 cup of vegetables,
		(170 - 450 g)	and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until
			after cooking. (Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce.)
			After 2 beeps, stir or rearrange.
	12. Canned Vegetables	15 oz.	Empty contents into microwave safe serving bowl.
		(430 g)	Do not cover.
	13. Rice	0.5 - 1.5 cups	Place rice with hot tap water in a microwave safe casserole dish.
		(110 - 335 g)	Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes
			before serving.
Dinner	14. Frozen Dinners	11 - 16 oz.	Follow manufacturers’ directions for covering or removing covers.
		(300 - 450 g)	Do not use frozen foods packaged in foil trays.
	15. Chicken Pieces	0.5 - 2 lb.	Place skin-side up. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Let stand 5
		(170 - 900 g)	minutes before serving.
	16. Pasta	2 - 8 oz.	Place pasta with hot tap water in a microwave safe casserole dish.
		(56 - 225 g)	Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.
	17. Ground Meat	16 - 32 oz.	Break apart in glass bowl or colander. Cover with lid or vented
		(450 - 900 g)	plastic wrap. After 2 beeps, stir. Re-cover and press Start.
			Juices should be clear. Drain.
	18. Fish Fillets	4 - 16 oz.	Arrange in a single layer.
		(110 - 450 g)	Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

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Microwave Recipes

OMELET

Basic Omelet

1tablespoon butter or margarine

2eggs

2tablespoons milk

salt and ground black pepper, if desired

Heat butter in a microwave safe 9-inch pie plate, 30 seconds at P10, or until melted. Turn the plate to coat the bottom with butter. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a separate bowl, beat together and pour into the pie plate.

Cook, covered with vented plastic wrap, using OMELET selection. Let stand 2 minutes. With a spatula, loosen the edges of the omelet from the plate, fold into thirds to serve. Always use scrambled eggs.

Yield: 1 serving

NOTE: Double ingredients for a 4 egg Omelet. (Cook at P6 power for 5 minutes.)

CASSEROLE

Shepherd’s Pie

1 pound lean ground beef

1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

1/4 cup chopped onion

1tablespoon gravy powder 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2cups mashed potatoes

In a 2-Qt. casserole dish, crumble the ground beef and cook for 8-10 minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring twice. Add the remaining ingredients, except for potatoes. Stir well, and then spread the potatoes evenly on the top. Cover with a lid or vented plastic wrap and cook at P6 power for 19-21 minutes.

Yield: 4 servings

Macaroni and Cheese

1/4 cup butter

2 tablespoons chopped onion

1clove minced garlic 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1teaspoon dry mustard

1teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2cups milk

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

8 oz. (1/2 lb dry weight) macaroni, cooked and drained 1/3 cup bread crumbs

1 teaspoon paprika

In a 2-Qt. casserole, melt the butter for 40 seconds at P10. Add onion and garlic and cook for 1 minute at P10. Stir in flour, mustard, salt and pepper, and gradually add the milk. Cook for 3-4 minutes at P10 until sauce thickens, stirring once. Add the cheddar cheese, stirring thoroughly. Pour and stir the sauce into the macaroni, in a 3-Qt. casserole.Top with bread crumbs and paprika. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 19-21 minutes.

Yield: 6 servings

Beef and Macaroni Casserole

1 pound lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1/2 green bell pepper, chopped

1cup chopped celery

215 oz. cans tomato sauce

11/4 cups water

1cup uncooked elbow macaroni

1teaspoon parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Crumble the ground beef in a 3-Qt. casserole. Cook for 8-10 minutes at P6 or until the meat is cooked, stirring twice.

Stir in onion, peppers and celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes at P10. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except cheese. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 19-21 minutes.

Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Yield: 4-6 servings

Tuna Casserole

1 6 oz. can tuna, drained and flaked

4 cups cooked and drained noodles

1 103/4 oz. can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 4 oz. can mushroom pieces and stems, drained

1 16 oz. package frozen peas, defrosted

3/4 cup milk

1 cup crushed potato chips

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

In a 3-Qt. casserole, combine tuna, noodles, soup, mushrooms, peas and milk; mix well. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Cook at P6 power for 19-21 minutes. Top with potato chips and cheese before serving.

Yield: 4-6 servings

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Timer Feature

This feature allows you to program the oven as a kitchen timer. It can also be used to program a standing time after cooking is completed and/or to program a delay start.

CAUTION:

If oven lamp is lit while using the timer feature, the oven is incorrectly programmed. Stop oven immediately and re-read instructions.

To Use as a Kitchen Timer:

					To Set Delay Start:
	Example: To count down 5 minutes.
					Example: To delay the start of cooking for 5 minutes, and
	1.		• Press Timer.
						cook at P6 power for 3 minutes.
					1.					• Press Timer.
	2.		• Set desired amount of time using
			number pads.
					2.					• Enter desired amount of delay time
			(up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds).
										using number pads. (up to 99 minutes
										and 99 seconds)
	3.		• Press Start.
			Time will count down without oven		3.					• Enter the desired Power Level (see
			operating.							page 11 for directions).
					4.					• Set desired cooking time using num-
	To Set Stand Time:									ber pads.
	Example: To cook at P6 power for 3 minutes, with stand
		time of 5 minutes.			5.					• Press Start.
										Delay time will count down. Then
	1.		• Enter the desired Power Level (see							cooking will start.
			page 11 for directions).
					NOTE:
					1. When each stage finishes, a two-beep signal sounds. At the
	2.		• Set desired cooking time using num-		end of the program, the oven will beep five times.
			ber pads.		2. If the oven door is opened during Stand Time, Kitchen Timer
					or Delay Time, the time on the display will continue to count
					down.
					3. Stand time and Delay start cannot be programmed before
	3.		• Press Timer.
					any automatic Function. This is to prevent the starting tem-
					perature of food from rising before defrosting or cooking
					begins. A change in starting temperature could cause inac-
					curate results.
	4.		• Set desired amount of Stand Time
			using number pads. (up to 99 minutes
			and 99 seconds)
	5.		• Press Start.
			Cooking will start. After cooking,
			stand time will count down without
			oven operating.

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