Panasonic NN-ST27HB, NN-ST27HW Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual

Over The Range microwave Oven

Household Use Only

Model No.NN-ST27HB

NN-ST27HW

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT,

Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Tel: (905) 624-5010 www.panasonic.com

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CONTENTS

Safety Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 3-5

Installation and Grounding Instructions ........................................................................................................................................ 5-6

Food Preparation .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7

Oven Components Diagram................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Control Panel ..............................................................................................................................................................................................10

Operation

Using the Microwave for the First Time ...........................................................................................................................................11

Menu Action On/Off ................................................................................................................................................................................11

Demo Mode ON/OFF ...............................................................................................................................................................................11

Setting the Clock .......................................................................................................................................................................................12

Setting the Child Safety Lock ...............................................................................................................................................................12

Setting Light ...............................................................................................................................................................................................12

Setting Turntable On/Off .......................................................................................................................................................................12

Setting Fan ..................................................................................................................................................................................................13

Setting Auto Off 1/3/5/10 ......................................................................................................................................................................13

Cooking ........................................................................................................................................................................................................14

Quick 30 .......................................................................................................................................................................................................14

Setting the Timer ......................................................................................................................................................................................14

Setting a Standing Time .........................................................................................................................................................................15

Setting a Delayed Start ...........................................................................................................................................................................15

Keep Warm ..................................................................................................................................................................................................16

Popcorn ........................................................................................................................................................................................................16

Inverter Turbo Defrost ............................................................................................................................................................................17

Defrosting Tips & Techniques ..............................................................................................................................................................17

Sensor Reheat ............................................................................................................................................................................................18

Sensor Cook ................................................................................................................................................................................................18

Sensor Cook Chart ....................................................................................................................................................................................19

Food Characteristics ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21-22

Maintenance

Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven ........................................................................................................................... 23-25

Shop Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................................................25

Before Requesting Service ....................................................................................................................................................................26

Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................................................27

General Information

Cookware Guide ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................................................28

User’s Record ..............................................................................................................................................................................................28

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

WARNING

1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” above.

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. 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.

excessive microwave energy:

To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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.

(b) DO NOT heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap steam, and may cause a violent eruption.

(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, and cause injury or damage to the oven.

20. This appliance is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment 91.4 cm (36 inches) or less wide. To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, install at least 34.6 cm (135⁄8 inches), above a cooktop, measured to the bottom of the oven.

21. Clean Ventilating hoods Frequently – Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

22. Use care when cleaning the Grease filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter. Clean in hot detergent solution every month.

23. Never flame foods under the oven with the vent fan operating because it may spread the flames.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:

DO NOT remove remove top or

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 the oven. Microwave leakage may result.

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Safety Precautions

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 cannot 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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.

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

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.

Placement of Oven

1. This oven must be installed in at least a 76cm (30”) inch opening, it is suitable for use above gas or electric cooking equipment

91.4cm (36 inches) or less wide.

76 cm (30”) 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 three-prong

outlet.

• DO NOT remove ground prong.

• DO NOT use an adapter.

3-Pronged Plug

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

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

4. Make sure the kitchen cabinet height is as high as the specification described in the installation instructions.

5. This oven was manufactured for household use only.

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Ground Plug

3-Prong Receptacle

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 a 15A or 20A, 120V, 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 threeprong 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 / WIRELESS EQUIPMENT INTERFERENCE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Microwave Oven. This product can radiate radio frequency energy, which could cause interference to such products as radio, TV, baby monitor, cordless phone, Bluetooth, wireless router, etc., which can be confirmed by turning this product off and on. If present, the user is encouraged to try to correct by taking one or more of the following countermeasures:

(1) Increase the spacing distance between the microwave oven and

other product receiving the interference.

(2) If possible, use a properly installed receiver antenna and/or

reorient the receiving antenna of the other product receiving the interference.

(3) Plug the microwave oven into a different outlet from the other

product receiving the interference.

(4) 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 cooktop operating conditions. This is normal. 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 24, to maintain adequate venting and avoid grease fires.

5. To protect the automatic fan feature, always keep the filter clean (see page 24). Should the fan require repair, do not operate microwave oven until it has been repaired.

6. Charcoal filter should be replaced periodically. It may be purchased from a local Panasonic dealer.

Indoor Venting

If the air exhaust must be recirculated by this unit inside the kitchen, a charcoal filter must be used. A charcoal filter has been installed for your convenience. However, we recommend that this filter be changed as soon as possible with the replacement charcoal filter kit (NN-CF203) that can be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.

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.

Food Preparation

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 that 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 16). Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire. Never leave the oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag to cool before opening, and always open the bag facing away from your face and body to prevent steam burns.

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Food Preparation (continued)

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 may 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.

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 (for example, jelly donuts).

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 that 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 six 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.

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

This section answers the question, “Can I use in the Microwave?”

Aluminum Foil

It is not recommended to use. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven wall or door and cause damage to your oven.

Browning Dish

Yes. Only use browning dishes that are designed for microwave cooking. Check browning dish information for instructions/heating chart. Do not preheat for more than six minutes.

Brown Paper Bags

No. They may cause a fire in the oven.

Microwave Safe

Yes. If labeled Microwave Safe, check manufacturers’ directions for use in microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of the dish, “OvenMicrowave Safe”.

Dinnerware

If unlabeled, use CONTAINER TEST below.

Disposable Polyester Paperboard Dishes

Yes. Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Also can be purchased in some grocery stores.

Fast Food Cartons with Metal Handle

No. Metal handle may cause arcing.

Frozen Dinner Trays

If made for the microwave, then yes. If it contains metal, then no.

Glass Jars

No. Most glass jars are not heat resistant.

Heat Resistant Oven Glassware/Ceramic

Yes, but only ones for microwave cooking and browning. (See CONTAINER

TEST below.)

Metal Bakeware

No. Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.

Metal Twist-Ties

No. May cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.

Oven Cooking Bag

Yes. Follow manufacturers’ directions. Close bag with the nylon tie provided, a strip cut from the end of the bag, or a piece of cotton string. Do

not close with metal twist-tie. Make six slits near the closure.

⁄2-inch

Paper Plates/Cups

Yes. Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require short cooking time, such as hot dogs. Do not

microwave paper cups; they may overheat and ignite.

Towels & Napkins

Yes, only paper napkins/towels. Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for microwave use. Do NOT use recycled paper towels.

Parchment Paper

Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering.

Check Microwave Safe manufacturers’ directions for recommended uses. Some microwave safe plastic containers are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content. The heat from hot food may cause warping.

Plastic, Melamine

No. This material absorbs microwave energy. Dishes get HOT!

Plastic Foam Cups

Yes, with caution. Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use short term only to reheat foods to a low serving temperature. Do not

microwave paper cups; they may overheat and ignite.

Plastic Wrap

Yes. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and prevent splattering. Should be labeled “Suitable for Microwave Heating”. Check package directions.

Straw, Wicker, Wood

Yes, short term only. Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low serving temperature. Wood may dry out, split or crack.

Thermometers

Only microwave safe thermometers can be used, NOT conventional thermometers.

Wax Paper

Yes. Use as a cover to prevent splattering and to retain moisture.

Plastic Cookware

Yes, with caution. Should be labeled, “Suitable for Microwave Heating.”

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 along side 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

Glass Tray

Roller Ring

See-through Oven Window

Waveguide Cover (do not remove)

Oven Light

Glass Tray (Turntable)

Oven Air vent (Vent Grille is removable and can be cleaned,

see page 24) Control Panel

Door Release Key

Grease Filter (Grease filter is removable and can be cleaned,

see page 25) Door Safety Lock System

Identification Plate

Warning Label

Function Label

Menu Label

DHHS Label

Cook-top Light

NOTE:

The illustration is for reference only.

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