Panasonic NN-ST34HWQPQ User Manual
Operating Instruction and Cook Book
Microwave Oven
For home Use
Model No.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this
manual for future use.
NN-ST342W
We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC microwave oven. Before operating this oven, please
read these instructions carefully and completely, and keep them for further reference.
If you have never used a microwave oven before, you will realise that a microwave oven uses a totally different
method of converting energy into heat. This requires an understanding of what exactly happens to food when
placed in the oven. This is explained in the following pages.
After reading the introductory chapter, I am sure you will be able to master the basic technique and thereby
develop a fi rm understanding of your new oven. This book includes recipes from starters to desserts. After trying
our recipes be sure to adapt your favourite recipes to microwave methods.
Start experimenting now, and enjoy the fi rst class results you will achieve by using your new microwave oven.
Panasonic Australia Pty Ltd
1 Innovation Road
Macquarie Park
NSW 2113
The serial number of this product may be found on the
Identifi cation Plate (see page 6). You should note the
model number and serial number of this oven in the
space provided and retain this book as a permanent
record of your purchase for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER _______________________
SERIAL NUMBER _______________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________
Table of Contents
Before Operation
Safety Instructions ..........................................................................................................................2
Installation and General Instructions ..............................................................................................3
Microwaves and How They Work ...................................................................................................4
Cookware and Utensils Guide .....................................................................................................4-5
Feature Diagram ............................................................................................................................6
Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................7
Ingredient Conversion Chart ........................................................................................................16
Operation and Hints
To Set Clock ...................................................................................................................................8
To Use Child Safety Lock ...............................................................................................................8
To Cook by MICRO POWER AND TIME ...................................................................................9
using AUTO COOK ..............................................................................................14-15
To Reheat by MICRO POWER AND TIME ..............................................................................9-11
using AUTO REHEAT ...............................................................................................14
To Defrost by MICRO POWER AND TIME ........................................................................9, 12-13
using TURBO DEFROST .....................................................................................12-13
3-Stages Setting ...........................................................................................................................16
To Use Timer ................................................................................................................................17
Quick Guide to Operation .............................................................................................................40
Cooking Guide
Microwave Recipe Techniques ................................................................................................18-20
Basic Recipes ...............................................................................................................................21
Soups and Snacks ..................................................................................................................22-23
Fish and Shellfi sh .........................................................................................................................24
Poultry .....................................................................................................................................25-26
Main Fare Meats .....................................................................................................................27-29
Vegetable Varieties ..................................................................................................................30-32
Rice, Pasta and Cereal ...........................................................................................................33-34
Desserts .......................................................................................................................................35
Maintenance
Before Requesting Service ...........................................................................................................36
Care of Your Microwave Oven ......................................................................................................37
Technical Specifi cations ...............................................................................................................37
Panasonic Warranty (Australia) ....................................................................................................38
Panasonic Warranty (New Zealand).............................................................................................39
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Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Precautions to be taken when
using Microwave Ovens for Heating
foodstuffs
INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE. A microwave oven
should only be used if an inspection confi rms all of the
following conditions:
The door fi ts squarely and securely and opens and 1.
closes smoothly.
The door hinges are in good condition.2.
The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are 3.
neither buckled nor deformed.
The door seals are neither covered with food nor 4.
have large burn marks.
PRECAUTIONS. Microwave radiation from microwave
ovens can cause harmful effects if the following
precautions are not taken:
Never tamper with or deactivate the interlocking 1.
devices on the door.
Never poke an object, particularly a metal object, 2.
through a grille or between the door and the oven
while the oven is operating.
Never place saucepans, unopened cans or other 3.
heavy metal objects in the oven.
Do not let other metallic articles, e.g., fast food foil 4.
containers, touch the side of the oven.
Clean the oven cavity, the door and the seals with 5.
water and a mild detergent at regular intervals.
Never use any form of abrasive cleaner that may
scratch or scour surfaces around the door.
Always use the oven with trays or cookware 6.
recommended by the manufacturer.
Never operate the oven without a load (i.e., an 7.
absorbing material such as food or water) in the
oven cavity unless specifi cally allowed in the
manufacturer’s literature.
For horizontally hinged doors, never rest heavy 8.
objects such as food containers on the door while
it is open.
Do not place sealed containers in microwave 9.
ovens. Baby bottles fi tted with a screw cap or a
teat are considered to be sealed containers.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons 10.
(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 11.
that they do not play with the appliance.
Important Instructions
WARNING—To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock,
fi re, injury to persons or excessive microwave energy:
Read all instructions before using the microwave 1.
oven.
Some products such as whole eggs and sealed 2.
containers - (for example, closed glass jars and
sealed baby bottles with teat) - may explode and
should not be heated in the microwave oven.
Use this microwave oven only for its intended use 3.
as described in this manual.
As with any appliance, close supervision is 4.
necessary when used by children.
Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not working 5.
properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.
To reduce the risk of fi re in the oven cavity:6.
Do not overcook food. Carefully attend (a)
microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other
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Earthing Instructions
This microwave oven must be earthed. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, earthing reduces the risk
of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This microwave oven is equipped with
a cord having an earthing wire with an earthing plug.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and earthed.
WARNING—Improper use of the earthing plug can
result in a risk of electric shock.
WE CERTIFY THAT THIS MICROWAVE OVEN
HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND COMPLIES WITH
THE REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATION 3,
SUBCLAUSE(2), OF THE MICROWAVE OVENS
REGULATIONS 1982.
(This statement applicable only to New Zealand.)
We certify that this microwave oven has been
inspected and complies with the safety requirements
of government notice 466 of March 1981, and
complies with the Radio Regulation of government
notice 587 of March 1986.
(This statement applicable only to South Africa)
WARNING
combustible materials are placed inside the
oven to facilitate cooking.
Heating therapeutic wheat bags is not (b)
recommended. If heating, do not leave
unattended and follow manufacturers’
instructions carefully.
Remove wire twist-ties from bags before (c)
placing bag in oven.
If materials inside the oven should ignite, (d)
keep oven door closed, turn oven off at the
wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.
Never leave microwave unattended while (e)
cooking or reheating.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition 7.
could lead to deterioration of the surface that
could adversely affect the life of the appliance and
possibly result in a hazardous situation.
The door seals and door seal areas should be a)
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 qualifi ed service technician
trained by the manufacturer.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent b)
person to carry out any service or repair operation
that involves the removal of a cover which gives
protection against exposure to microwave energy.
If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it c)
must be replaced by a qualifi ed service technician
with the special cord available only from the
manufacturer.
Before use, the user should check that whether the d)
utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Liquids or other foods must not be heated in e)
sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Only allow children to use the oven without f)
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.
Installation and General Instructions
General Use
In order to maintain high quality, do not operate 1.
the oven when empty. The microwave energy will
refl ect continuously throughout the oven if no food
or water is present to absorb energy. This can lead
to damage to the microwave oven including arcing
within the oven cavity.
If smoke is observed, press the 2. STOP/RESET Pad
and leave door closed in order to stifl e any fl ames.
Disconnect the power cord, and/or shut off power
at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.
Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials 3.
in oven. They may catch on fi re.
Do not use recycled paper products, unless the 4.
paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven
use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fi res when used.
Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking.5.
Do not hit or strike the Control Panel. Damage to 6.
controls may occur.
POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from food 7.
is transferred to the cooking container and from
the container to the Glass Tray. The GlassTray can
be very hot after removing the cooking container
from the oven.
Do not store fl ammable materials next to, on top 8.
of, or in the oven. It could be a fi re hazard.
Do not cook food directly on Glass Tray unless 9.
indicated in recipes. (Food should be placed in a
suitable cooking utensil.)
DO NOT 10. use this oven to heat chemicals or other
non-food products. DO NOT clean this oven with
any product that is labelled as containing corrosive
chemicals. The heating of corrosive chemicals in
this oven may cause microwave radiation leaks.
Do not leave the microwave unattended while 11.
reheating or cooking food in disposable containers
made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials,
as these types of containers can ignite if overheated.
Appliances are not intended to be operated by means 12.
of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Placement of Oven
The oven must be placed on a fl at, stable surface, 1.
more than 85 cm above the fl oor. For correct
operation, the oven must have suffi cient air fl ow.
Allow 15 cm of space on the top of the oven, 10 cm
at the back, and 5 cm on both sides. If one side of
the oven is placed fl ush to wall, the other side or
top must not be blocked. Do not remove feet.
Do not block air vents. If they are blocked a.
during operation, the oven may be overheated
and damaged. When using any cloth over the
oven, the air intake and exhaust should not be
blocked. Also allow suffi cient space on back and
both sides of the oven.
Do not place oven near a hot or damp surface b.
such as a gas stove, electric range or sink etc.
Do not operate oven when room humidity is too high.c.
This oven was manufactured for household use only.2.
The appliance is freestanding type and shall not be 3.
placed in a cabinet.
This appliance is intended to be used in household 4.
and similar applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other •
working environments;
farm houses;•
by clients in hotels, motels and other residential •
environments;
bed and breakfast type environments.•
Food
Do not use your oven for home canning or the 1.
heating of any closed jar. Pressure will build
up and the jar may explode. In addition, the
microwave oven cannot maintain the food at the
correct canning temperature. Improperly canned
food may spoil and be dangerous to consume.
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave 2.
oven.
Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole hard-3.
boiled eggs (unless otherwise stated in Cooking
Guide section). Pressure will build up and the eggs
will explode.
Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, chicken wings, whole 4.
squash and sausages are examples of foods with
nonporous skins. This type of food must be pierced
before cooking, to prevent bursting.
When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and 5.
beverages, in your microwave oven, overheating
the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without
evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden
boil over of hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the
following steps should be taken:
Avoid using straight-sided containers with a)
narrow necks.
Do not overheat.b)
Stirc) the liquid before placing the container in the
oven and halfway through cooking time.
After heating, allow to stand in the oven for d)
a short time, stirring again before carefully
removing the container.
DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT 6.
THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN.
To check the degree of cooking of roasts and
poultry use a MICROWAVE THERMOMETER.
Alternatively, a conventional meat thermometer
may be used after the food is removed from the
oven. If undercooked, return meat or poultry to
the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the
recommended power level. It is important to ensure
that meat and poultry are thoroughly cooked.
COOKING TIMES given in the Cooking Guide 7.
section are APPROXIMATE. Factors that may
affect cooking time are preferred degree of
moisture content, starting temperature, altitude,
volume, size, shape of food and utensils used. As
you become familiar with the oven, you will be able
to adjust for these factors.
It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN 8.
OVERCOOK foods. If food is undercooked, it can
always be returned to the oven for further cooking.
If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always
start with minimum cooking times recommended.
Extreme care should be taken when cooking 9.
popcorn in a microwave oven. Cook for minimum
time as recommended by manufacturer. Use
the directions suitable for the wattage of your
microwave oven. NEVER leave oven unattended
when popping popcorn.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, 10.
check the oven frequently due to the possibility of
ignition.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars 11.
are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature
is to be checked before consumption, in order to
avoid burns.
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Microwaves and How They Work
Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves
similar to those used by a radio, including AM, FM
and CB. They are similar to a television where the
radio waves are converted to a picture on the screen.
However, microwaves are much shorter than radio
waves; approximately twelve centimetres wave length.
Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the
magnetron tube (which is the heart of the microwave
oven).
From the magnetron tube, microwave energy is
transmitted to the oven cavity through a small plastic
covered piece. The microwaves are converted to heat
in the food. The microwaves enter from the outside
of the food and travel through the food losing half of
their power every two to three centimetres. Continued
cooking to the centre occurs by conduction.
Although pacemakers used to be affected by
microwaves (as well as by other radio waves), they
are now shielded and are not bothered by these
interferences. This allows people with pacemakers
to sit calmly by their radio or television and cook with
microwave ovens.
When microwaves come in contact with a substance,
any one or combination of three things may occur.
They can be:
1. REFLECTED
2. TRANSMITTED
3. ABSORBED
Refl ection:
Metal substances REFLECT microwave energy and
because there is no absorption, there is no heating.
This is why the oven interior is either stainless steel or
epoxy-coated steel. This ensures that the microwaves
are kept inside the cavity and evenly distributed
throughout the food with the help of the turntable.
Transmission:
Such substances as paper, glass and plastic
TRANSMIT microwave energy and do not become
hot except from food. Because these substances do
not refl ect or absorb microwave energy, they are ideal
materials for microwave cooking containers.
Absorption:
Food contains moisture and will ABSORB microwave
energy, which causes the moisture molecules within
the food to vibrate at an incredible rate (2,450,000,000
times per second). Friction, created by the vibration,
produces heat energy which is conducted throughout
the food.
Circuits
Your microwave oven should be operated on a
separate 10 A circuit from other appliances. Failure to
do this may cause the power board fuse to blow, and/
or food to cook slower. Do not insert higher value fuse
in the power board.
Cookware and Utensils Guide
It is important to use the correct container when
cooking in a microwave oven. The following will help
you make the right selection.
How to Test a Container for Safe
Microwave Oven Use
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE
OVEN USE: Fill a 1-cup glass measure with cool
water and place it in the microwave oven alongside
the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute
at High. If the container is microwave ovensafe
(transparent to microwave energy), the container
should remain comfortably cool, the water in glass
measure 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.
Paper Products and Freezer Wrap
Waxed paper, paper plates, cups and napkins should
not be used for heating or cooking food. Freezer wrap
should not be used as it is not heat resistant and
may melt. Paper towel, greaseproof paper and bake
paper may be safely used for short periods of time for
covering or lining.
Glass, Ceramic and China
Heat-Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in
microwave cooking. Many of these items are readily
available in most homes: glass jugs, mixing bowls, loaf
dishes, covered casseroles, oblong baking dishes, pie
plates and round or square cake dishes. Examples of
this type of cookware are Pyrex® and Corningware®.
Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating.
Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe.
Check the care information for reference to microwave
use for dinnerware and serving pieces. If dinnerware
is marked ovenproof, it frequently is safe to use in
the microwave oven. However, to be sure, check by
conducting microwave dish test previously mentioned.
Several types of glassware and dinnerware are not
recommended for use in the microwave oven. Do not
use dishes with metallic trim or containers with metal
parts. Do not use cups or mugs with glued on handles,
as they may fall off with continued heating. Do not use
delicate glassware. Although the glassware may be
transparent to microwave energy the heat from the
food may cause the glassware to crack.
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Cookware and Utensils Guide
(continued)
Plastics
Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers
should be used with care in a microwave oven.
Choose plastic containers carefully, as some plastic
containers may become soft, melt and may scorch.
The majority of plastic dishes, even those designed
for use in the microwave oven, are not suitable for
cooking foods with high fat or sugar content, or for
lengthy cooking times. Most microwave plastic dishes
should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes
on High power. These dishes, although not suitable
for extended cooking, may be used successfully for
defrosting or for use on lower power levels.
Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling, freezing,
or conventional heating are microwave safe. Prepare
bags according to manufacturer’s directions. When
cooking by microwave, DO NOT use wire twist-ties
to close bag. They can act as an antenna and cause
arcing (sparks).
DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE
BAGS.
Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP® can be used
to cover dishes in most recipes. Over an extended
heating time, some disfi guration of the wrap may
occur. When removing plastic wrap “covers”, as well
as any glass lid, be careful to remove it away from you
to avoid steam burns.
Loosen plastic but let dish stand, covered.
Jars and Bottles
Jars and bottles can be used to warm food to serving
temperature, if the lid is removed fi rst. Cooking should
not be done in these containers since most are not
heat resistant and during extended heating times, heat
from food would cause cracking or breaking.
Metal
Metal cookware or utensils, or those with metallic
trim, should NOT be used in the microwave. Since
microwave energy is refl ected by metal, foods in
metal containers will not cook evenly. There is also a
possibility of “arcing”.
Although metal utensils should be avoided in
microwave cooking, some metal can be helpful when
used correctly.
Aluminum foil can be used safely, if certain guidelines
are followed, to prevent overcooking. Small pieces of
foil are used to shield areas such as chicken wings,
tips of roasts, or other thin parts that cook before
the rest of the recipe is fi nished. Make sure foil is
attached securely and doesn’t touch sides of oven,
otherwise arcing may occur. Foil lined containers,
either cardboard or plastic, should NOT be used in the
microwave oven as arcing could occur.
Metal twist-ties, either paper or plastic coated, should
NOT be used in the microwave oven. Frozen dinner
trays can be used in the microwave, if the container
is no deeper than 2 cm and is fi lled with food. Metal
skewers can not be used in microwave ovens as
arcing may occur. Wooden skewers are readily
available and give the same result.
Shells: Scalloped baking shells are best used during
reheating and for short periods of cooking time only.
Thermometers are available for use in microwave
ovens. DO NOT USE CONVENTIONAL MERCURY
TYPE CANDY OR MEAT THERMOMETERS in food
while cooking in the microwave oven.
Straw, Wicker and Wood
Straw and wicker baskets may be used in the
microwave oven for short periods of time to warm
rolls or bread. Large wooden utensils, such as bowls
or cutting boards should NOT be used for prolonged
heating as the microwave energy may cause the wood
to become dry and brittle.
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Feature Diagram
Glass Tray
Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in place.1.
Only use the Glass Tray specifi cally designed for this oven. Do not substitute another Glass Tray.2.
If Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.3.
Do not4. cook directly on Glass Tray. Always place food on a microwave-safe dish, or on a rack set in
a microwave-safe dish.
If food or utensil on Glass Tray touches oven walls, causing the tray to stop moving, the tray will 5.
automatically rotate in opposite direction. This is normal.
Glass Tray can rotate in either direction.6.
Oven Air Vents
Oven Window with
Vapor Barrier Film
(do not remove)
Caution
Lable
Door Safety
Lock System
Identifi cation Plate
The model number
and serial number are
displayed here.
Internal
Air Vents
Internal
Air Vents
Waveguide Cover
Do not remove. It is not packaging
material and must remain in place.
Roller Ring
The Roller Ring and oven fl oor should be cleaned frequently to prevent 1.
excessive noise and scratching of painted surface.
The Roller Ring must always be used together with the Glass Tray for cooking.2.
Control Panel
The control panels are covered with •
removable protective fi lm to prevent
scratches during shipping. Small
bubbles may appear under this fi lm.
When this happens, remove fi lm
carefully.
(Hint - apply masking or clear tape to
an exposed corner and pull gently to
remove.)
Display
Window
Power Supply
Plug
Power Supply
Cord
Door Safety
Lock System
NOTE:
The above illustration is for reference only.
Door Handle
Lift handle to open the door. Opening the door
during cooking will stop the cooking process without
cancelling the program. Cooking resumes as soon
as the door is closed and Start Pad is pressed. It
is quite safe to open the door at any time during a
cooking program and there is no risk of Microwave
exposure.
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Control Panel
(2)
(4)
(1)
(3)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
CONTROL PANEL
(1) Display Window
(2) Power Level Pad (pg. 9)
(3) Time Pad
(4) Turbo Defrost Pad (pg. 12)
(5) Auto Cook Pads (pg. 14)
(6) Serving/Weight Pads
(7) Timer/Clock Pad (pg. 8, 17)
(8) Stop/Reset Pad
Before cooking: One tap clears all your
instructions.
During cooking: One tap temporarily stops
the cooking process. Another tap cancels
all your instructions and colon or time of day
appears in the Display Window.
(9) Start Pad
One tap allows oven to begin functioning. If
door is opened or Stop/Reset Pad is pressed
once during oven operation, Start Pad must
again be pressed to restart oven.
Beep Sound
When pad is pressed correctly, a beep sound will be heard. If a pad is pressed and no beep is heard, the unit
does not or cannot accept the instruction. The oven will beep twice between programmed stages. At the end of
any complete programme, the oven will beep fi ve times.
NOTE:
If an operation is set and Start Pad is not pressed, after 6 minutes, the oven will automatically cancel the
operation. The display will revert back to clock or colon mode.
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To Set Clock
You can use the oven without setting the clock.
1
Press
Colon will blink in Display Window.
2
Enter Time of Day
Enter time of day using Time Pads e.g. 12:35
Clock is a 12 hour display. There isn’t a.m. or p.m. setting.
Time appears in the Display Window, colon is blinking.
Verify time of day in the Display Window.
3
Press
Colon stops blinking; time of day is entered and locked into Display Window.
NOTES: 1. Oven will not operate while colon is still blinking.
2. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through 3.
3. The clock will keep the time of day as long as oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
4. Maximum time available is 12:59. Clock is 12 hour only. One o’clock will be displayed as 1:00
twice
12 times 3 times 5 times
not 13:00.
To Use Child Safety Lock
This feature allows you to prevent operation of the oven by a young child; however, the door will open.
You can set Child Safety Lock when colon or time of day is displayed.
To set
or
Colon or time of day is displayed Press 3 times. Display Window
To cancel
or
Colon or time of day is displayedPress 3 times.Display Window
NOTE: To set or cancel child safety lock, Start pad or Stop/Reset pad must be pressed 3 times within 10
seconds.
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To Cook/Reheat/Defrost by
1
Plug in
Plug into a properly earthed electrical outlet.
2
Open Door
Open the door and place container with food in a dish on Glass Tray in the oven. Then close the door.
3
Select Power Level
Press Micro Power pad until your desired power level appears in the Display Window. (see chart below)
eg. MEDIUM-HIGH
Press Power Level Pad twice.
Micro Power and Time
Press
Note: When selecting High Power on the fi rst stage, you can start from step 4.
4
Set Time
e.g. 1 minute 30 seconds
Press Time Pads
once 3 times
Note: For High Power, up to 30 minutes. For other Power, up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds for a single stage.
5
Press
Cooking will start.
The time in the Display Window will count down.
For more than one stage cooking,
Repeat steps 3 & 4 above then press Start. The maximum number of stages for cooking is 3. The oven will
beep twice between stages. (For further information, refer to page 16)
Micro Power:
The Power Level Pad gives you a selection of different power levels representing decreasing amounts of
microwave energy, used for cooking foods at different speeds.
e.g.The lower the micro power setting, the more evenly the food cooks, although it will take a little longer.
To select the correct power level for cooking different foods, refer to the chart below.
Press POWER LEVEL WATTAGE EXAMPLE OF USE
1 tap HIGH 800W
2 taps MEDIUM-HIGH 550W Cook poultry, meat, cakes, desserts. Heat milk.
3 taps MEDIUM 400W Cook pot roasts, casseroles and meatloaves, melt chocolate.
4 taps DEFROST 220W Thaw foods.
5 taps LOW 110W Keep cooked foods warm, simmer slowly.
Boil water. Cook fresh fruit, vegetables, rice, pasta and noodles.
Cook eggs and cheeses. Cook fi sh.
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To Reheat by
Micro Power and Time
Reheat by Setting Power and Time - Frozen Pre-cooked Foods
FROZEN ITEM
(Pre-cooked)
BREAD &
BAKED PRODUCT
Bread 1 slice
1 loaf
6 rolls
Cheesecake (600 g) DEFROST 2 - 3 Remove from container. Defrost on plate.
Muffi ns - 4 (350 g) HIGH 2 - 3 Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Scones - 6 (400 g) MEDIUM 1 - 2 Defrost on paper lined plate. Stand 2 minutes.
PIES
Fruit Pie (500 g) DEFROST
POWER
HIGH
HIGH
MEDIUM
then
HIGH
TIME
(in minutes)
10 - 15 sec
2 - 4
1 - 2
6 - 8
4 - 6
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Do not let bread get hot, or it will become
rubbery and dry out. Remove whole loaf from
original wrapper.
Place on paper towel to absorb moisture.
Remove from foil container and place
uncovered into a pie dish.
Meat Pie (300 g) DEFROST
then
MEDIUM
Pizza (350 g) HIGH 5 - 7 Remove from package and place onto paper
FROZEN MEAL
Fish in Sauce (200 g) MEDIUM 6 - 7 Pierce corner of bag. Heat on a plate.
Frozen Casserole
(serves 2)
Lasagne (300 g) MEDIUM 10 - 12 Remove from foil container, place into serving
Plate Food DEFROST
TV style dinner (400 g) MEDIUM 8 - 10 Remove foil cover and replace with plastic
Vegetables & Sauce
(in the bag) (400 g)
MISCELLANEOUS
Chicken Pieces (500 g) DEFROST
MEDIUM 4 - 6 Pierce pouch.
then
HIGH
MEDIUM 8 - 10 Pierce corner of bag. Heat on a plate.
then
HIGH
4 - 6
2 - 3
3 - 4
2 - 3
5 - 7
6 - 8
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
towel or follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Heat on a plate or bowl.
dish.
Arrange food evenly on a dinner plate. Add
butter or gravy where desired. Cover plate
with plastic wrap.
wrap.
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Croissants - 4 (250 g) MEDIUM 2 - 3 Place onto paper towel lined plate.
Fish Fingers - 8
(200 g)
Sausage Rolls (250 g)
DEFROST
then
HIGH
MEDIUM 3 - 5 Place onto paper towel lined plate.
3 - 5
2 - 3
Place onto paper towel lined plate.
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Reheating Tips and Techniques
IMPORTANT POINTS TO CONSIDER
WHEN REHEATING COLD FOODS
STARTING TEMPERATURE —
Foods taken from the refrigerator will take longer to
reheat than foods from room temperature.
Quantity —
One serving heats faster than several servings. When
heating large quantities, stir food to ensure even
heating. It is quicker to heat individual plates of food
than large quantities in a casserole dish.
Plated Dinners —
Arrange foods with the most dense items towards
the outside of the plate. Cover meats with sauces/
gravies if desired, spread out mashed potatoes or rice
so it heats more evenly. When assembling plates of
leftover foods, use foods which have a similar starting
temperature.
Covering Foods —
Most foods need to be covered with one sheet of
absorbent paper towel to hold in the heat and prevent
splattering without steaming. When more moisture is
desired, cover with plastic wrap.
Heating —
Reheating is usually done on High, however, if food
has a more delicate texture, like a baked custard, a
lower power setting should be used. Medium for a little
longer will be gentler on the food. An average plate
of food would generally take 1 to 3 minutes to heat
depending on the density of the food. Place it in for the
minimum time and add extra heating time if required.
Ensure food is hot by feeling the bottom of the plate in
the centre. If the plate is cool, food may be warm but
will lose heat quickly as the plate will absorb the heat
and taste cold when served.
If food is not heated enough, consumption may cause
illness.
Elevation —
Elevate pastries and breads on a small plastic rack
with paper towel under the food to prevent it from
becoming soggy.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN
REHEATING FOODS FROM THE FREEZER
VOLUME —
The greater the volume and the more dense the item,
the longer it takes to reheat. E.g. frozen cake will take
less time than frozen casserole.
LARGE VOLUME —
Large, dense, frozen precooked foods are best
thawed on defrost until icy in the centre then heated
on Medium-High. This prevents overcooking of the
edges. Stirring is often needed to distribute heat
evenly.
Commercial frozen foods —
These foods should be removed from their foil
containers if possible and placed into suitable
microwave safe containers. If a foil container is used
in the microwave oven it shouldn’t be more than 4 cm
high and must not touch the interior of the microwave
oven. Remove the cover from the tray and replace
with paper towel or plastic wrap to prevent splattering.
Foods to be served at room temperature —
For best results, defrost for a short time and allow to
stand to complete thawing, e.g. frozen cake.
Vacuum sealed pouches —
Pierce pouches, bags before heating to allow steam to
escape. This prevents bursting.
Containers —
Use dishes about the same volume of the food or
slightly larger to allow for stirring. Remove or release
snap seal lids other wise they will pop during heating
and may disfi gure.
Pies and pastries —
Pies and pastries that contain raw pastry and fi lling
cannot be cooked in the microwave oven. Precooked
products can be thawed and heated. Place them on
a sheet of paper towel and elevate on plastic rack
for best results. For added crispness place under the
grill or in a hot oven for few minutes. Pastry items can
become tough and rubbery if overheated, remember
to allow 5 minutes standing then test before adding
extra heating time.
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To Defrost
To Defrost using Turbo Defrost
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood automatically by just setting the weight of the food.
1
Set Weight
The shape and size of the food will determine the maximum weight the oven can accommodate. The
recommended maximum weight of food depends on the oven cavity size. Weight must be programmed in
kilograms and tenths of a kilogram (max 2.0 kg). For best results, the minimun recommended weight is
0.2 kg.
Enter weight.
2
Press
Defrost time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.
NOTE:
The oven will beep once or twice during the total defrosting time. This indicates that food should be turned,
broken apart or removed. After attending to food, close door and press Start to resume defrosting.
For further information, refer to next page.
To Defrost by Micro Power and Time Setting
This feature allows you to defrost meat, poultry and seafood by Defrost and time.
step 1
step 2 step 3
PressPress 4 times to select Defrost • Set time according to chart on next page.
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