Panasonic NN-ST756BQPQ, NN-ST776SQPQ User Manual

Operating Instruction and Cook Book

Microwave Oven

Household Use Only

© Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 2016

Model Number:

NN-ST756B and NN-ST776S

F0003BQ40QP	Please read these instructions carefully before using this
PA0815-0
Printed in China	product, and save this manual for future use.

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 confirms all of the following conditions:

1.The door fits squarely and securely and opens and closes smoothly.

2.The door hinges are in good condition.

3.The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are neither buckled nor deformed.

4.The door seals are neither covered with food nor have large burn marks.

PRECAUTIONS. Microwave radiation from microwave ovens can cause harmful effects if the following precautions are not taken:

1.Never tamper with or deactivate the interlocking devices on the door.

2.Never poke an object, particularly a metal object, through a grille or between the door and the oven while the oven is operating.

3.Never place saucepans, unopened cans or other heavy metal objects in the oven.

4.Do not let other metallic articles, e.g., fast food foil containers, touch the side of the oven.

5.Clean the oven cavity, the door and the seals with water and a mild detergent at regular intervals. Never use any form of abrasive cleaner that may scratch or scour surfaces around the door.

6.Always use the oven with trays or cookware recommended by the manufacturer.

7.Never operate the oven without a load (i.e., an absorbing material such as food or water) in the oven cavity unless specifically allowed in the manufacturer’s literature.

8.For horizontally hinged doors, never rest heavy objects such as food containers on the door while it is open.

9.Do not place sealed containers in microwave ovens. Baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or a teat are considered to be sealed containers.

10.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

11.Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

12.It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

13.The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.

Important Instructions

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

1.Read all instructions before using the microwave oven.

2.Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - (for example, closed glass jars and sealed baby bottles with teat) - may explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

3.Use this microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual.

4.As with any appliance, close supervision is necessary when used by children.

5.Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.

6.Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

7.Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

8.Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

9.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

10.To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:

(a)Do not overcook food. Carefully attend microwave oven if paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

(b)Heating therapeutic wheat bags is not recommended. If heating, do not leave unattended and follow manufacturers’ instructions carefully.

(c)Remove wire twist-ties from bags before placing bag in oven.

(d)If materials inside the oven should ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off at the wall switch, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

(e)Never leave microwave unattended while cooking or reheating.

11.Do not remove outer panel from oven.

12.Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remotecontrol system.

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

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Installation and General Instructions

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

a)The door seals and door seal areas should be cleaned with a damp cloth. The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a qualified service technician trained by the manufacturer.

b)It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.

c)If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service technician with the special cord available only from the manufacturer.

d)Before use, the user should check that whether the utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.

e)Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

f)Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.

General Use

1.In order to maintain high quality, do not operate the oven when empty. The microwave energy will reflect 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.

2.If smoke is observed, press the STOP/RESET Pad and leave door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, and/or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

3.Do not dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in oven. They may catch on fire.

4.Do not use recycled paper products, unless the paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven use. Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used.

5.Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking.

6.Do not hit or strike the Control Panel. Damage to controls may occur.

7.POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from food 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.

8.Do not store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven. It could be a fire hazard.

9.Do not cook food directly on Glass Tray unless indicated in recipes. (Food should be placed in a suitable cooking utensil.)

10.DO NOT 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.

11.If glass tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.

12.During cooking, some steam will condense inside and/or on the oven door. This is normal and safe. Steam will disappear after the oven cools down.

13.Do not leave the microwave unattended while reheating or cooking food in disposable containers made of plastic, paper or other combustible materials, as these types of containers can ignite if overheated.

14.The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

15.Metallic containers for food and beverages are not allowed during microwave cooking

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Installation and General Instructions (continued)

Placement of Oven

1.The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For correct operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. 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 flush to wall, the other side or top must not be blocked. Do not remove feet.

a.Do not block air vents. If they are blocked 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 sufficient space on back and both sides of the oven.

b.Do not place oven near a hot or damp surface such as a gas stove, electric range or sink etc.

c.Do not operate oven when room humidity is too high.

2.This oven was manufactured for household use only.

Building-in your oven

1.This oven is intended for counter-top and builtin use only. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. This oven may be built into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit (NN-TK712SSQP) which may be purchased from you local Panasonic dealer.

2.In case of fitting into an oven housing, please use Panasonic's Trim Kit, NN-TK712SSQP.

3.Microwave ovens should not be built into a unit directly above a top front venting conventional cooker. This may be a safety hazard and could result in damage to your oven. This will invalidate your one year guarantee.

4.A microwave which is built in must be more than 850 mm above floor level. Read Trim-Kit instructions carefully before installation. It is recommended that the microwave oven is placed below a conventional oven to avoid heat damage to the facia of the microwave.

5.Care should be taken not to displace the turntable when removing containers from the appliance.

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.

Food

1.Do not use your oven for home canning or the 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.

2.Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven.

3.Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs (unless otherwise stated in Cooking Guide section). Pressure will build up and the eggs will explode.

4.Potatoes, apples, egg yolks, chicken wings, whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins. This type of food must be pierced before cooking, to prevent bursting.

5.When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and 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:

a)Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.

b)Do not overheat.

c)Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and halfway through cooking time.

d)After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container.

e)Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care should be taken when handling the container.

6.DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT 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.

7.COOKING TIMES given in the Cooking Guide 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.

8.It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN 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.

9.Extreme care should be taken when cooking 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.

10.When heating food in plastic or paper containers, check the oven frequently due to the possibility of ignition.

11.The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars 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

Reflection:

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 reflect 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.

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 P10. 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

Ceramic cookware or dinnerware that has cracks or imperfections should not be used even if Microwave safe.

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 P10 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 disfiguration 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.

Metal

Metal cookware or utensils, or those with metallic trim, should NOT be used in the microwave. Since microwave energy is reflected 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 finished. 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 filled 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.

Jars and Bottles

Jars and bottles can be used to warm food to serving temperature, if the lid is removed first. 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.

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

1.Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Tray in place.

2.Only use the Glass Tray specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute another Glass Tray.

3.If Glass Tray is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.

4.Do not cook directly on Glass Tray. Always place food on a microwave-safe dish, or on a rack set in a microwave-safe dish.

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

6.Glass Tray can rotate in either direction.

	Menu Caution	Waveguide Cover
Oven Air Vents	Label Label	Do not remove. It is not
		packaging material and
		must remain in place.

Oven Window with Vapor Barrier Film (do not remove)

Caution

Label

	Oven Air	Identification Plate
	Vents	The model number
	Door Safety	and serial number are
		displayed here.
	Lock System

Oven	Door Safety
Light	Lock System
	Display
	Window
	Power
	Supply Cord
	Power
	Supply Plug

Control Panel

•The control panels are covered with removable protective film to prevent scratches during shipping. Small bubbles may appear

under this film. When this happens, remove film carefully.

(Hint - apply masking or clear tape to an exposed corner and pull gently to remove.)

Roller Ring

1.The Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise and scratching of painted surface.

2.The Roller Ring must always be used together with the Glass Tray for cooking.

Door Release Button

Press 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.

Oven Light:

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

NOTE:

The above illustration is for reference only.

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Control Panel

Display Window

(pg. 11)

Micro Power Pad

(pg. 13)

Time Pads

Timer Pad (pg. 27)

Beverage Pad

(pg. 17)

Sensor Cook Pads

(pg. 19)

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.

Sensor Reheat Pad (pg. 25)

Turbo Defrost Pad (pg. 14)

Clock Pad (pg. 12)

Add Time Pad (pg. 16)

Melt & Soften Pad (pg. 18)

More/Less/Weight

Pads

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 five 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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Let’s Start To Use Your Oven!

1 Plug in

Plug into a properly earthed electrical outlet.""appears

in the Display Window. (This will immediately cease when any pad is pressed.)

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

eg. P7

Press Power Level Pad four times. (see page 13 for Micro Power chart)

four times

4 Set Time

e.g. 12 minute 20 seconds Press Time Pads

once twice twice

5 Press

Cooking will start.

The time in the Display Window will count down.

Display Window

Number (Time/	Sensor Feature
Weight/Menu)
	Defrost Feature
Child Safety	Start

Lock Setting					g/		g
More/Less Feature						k		)
				Weight (

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To Set Clock

You can use the oven without setting the clock.

1	Press				once
2	Colon will blink in Display Window.
	Enter Time of Day
	Enter time of day using Time Pads.							e.g. 12:35

twelve three five times times times

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.Clock is a 12 hour display. There isn’t a.m. or p.m. setting.

4.The clock will keep the time of day as long as oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.

5.Maximum time available is 12:59. Clock is 12 hour only. One o’clock will be displayed as 1:00 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

Display Window

Press 3 times.

Colon or time of day is displayed

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 Use Micro Power and Time

1 Select Power Level

Press Micro Power Pad until your desired power level appears

in the Display Window. (see chart below) Press Note: When selecting P10 on the first stage, you can start from step 2.

2 Set Cooking Time

Enter cooking time using Time Pads.

Maximum Length of cooking time:

P10 (High power): up to 30 minutes,

other powers: up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds for a single stage

e.g. 5 minutes

5 times

3 Press

Cooking will start.

The time in the Display Window will count down.

For more than one stage cooking,

Repeat steps 1 & 2 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 26)

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	DISPLAY	EXAMPLE OF USE
1x	P10	1100 W		Boil water. Cook vegetables, rice, pasta and
				noodles. Reheating.
2x	P9	1000 W		Cook fresh fruits.
3x	P8	900 W		Cook cakes, desserts. Heat milk.
4x	P7	800 W		Cook pork, whole chicken and chicken pieces.
5x	P6	700 W		Cook beef, lamb and eggs. Melt butter.
6x	P5	600 W		Cook meatloaves. Melt chocolate.
7x	P4	400 W		Cook fish and seafood.
8x	P3	300 W		Defrost meat, poultry and seafood.
9x	P2	200 W		Simmer soups, stews and casseroles (less
				tender cuts).
10x	P1	100 W		Keep cooked foods warm, simmer slowly.

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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 Press

until the desired weight appears in the Display Window.

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 (0.1 kg ~ 3.0 kg). For best results, the minimun recommended weight is 0.2 kg.

2 Press

Defrost time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.

NOTES:

1.After you select the Turbo Defrost feature, you can also press More/Less/Weight Pads to select weight before pressing Start.

2.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.

3.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 P3 and time.

1			2				3

Press 8 times to select P3. (Deforst power level, refer to page 13)

Set time according to chart on next page.

Press once.

NOTE:

Opening the door and taking out the defrosted parts during the operating time is recommended. Turn over, stir or rearrange the parts which are still in icy.

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Defrosting Tips and Techniques

Preparation for Freezing:

1.Heavy-duty plastic wraps, bags and freezer wrap are suitable.

2.Freeze meats, poultry and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. To aid in separating layers, place two pieces of wax paper between them.

3.REMOVE ALL AIR and seal securely.

4.LABEL package with type and cut of meat, date and weight.

5.Defrosting times given in the charts are for thoroughly frozen foods (i.e. at least 24 hours in freezer maintained at -18 °C or lower).

Defrosting Technique:

1.Remove from wrapper and set on a defrosting rack in a dish on Glass Tray.

2.On Turbo Defrost, the oven will beep during the defrosting time. At “beep”, turn over all meat, poultry, fish and shellfish. Break apart stewing meat, chicken pieces and minced meat. Separate chops and hamburger patties.Shield thin ends of roasts, poultry legs and wings, fat or bones with foil.

3.Throughout the defrosting time, remove any defrosted portions of mince or cubed meat, etc.

4.After defrosting, large roasts may still be icy in the centre. Let stand, 15 to 30 minutes, in refrigerator to complete defrosting.

Defrosting Chart (by setting Micro Power at P3):

FOOD	APPROX. TIME	g	INSTRUCTION
	(minutes per 500
		)
MEAT
Beef			Halfway through the defrost cycle, break apart
Minced Beef	5 - 6		minced beef, separate chops and remove meat
Roast: Topside	8 - 10		that is defrosted.
Beef Tenderloin	8 - 10
Chuck or Rump	8 - 10		Turn meat over two to three times during
Sirloin, rolled	8 - 10		defrosting.
Steak	6 - 8
Miscellaneous	7 - 9		Shield edges and unevenly shaped ends of
Pork/Lamb			roasts halfway through the defrost cycle.
Roast	8 - 10
Chops	6 - 8		Large roasts may still be icy in centre. Let stand.
Ribs	6 - 8
POULTRY			Turn poultry over two to four times during
Chicken			defrosting. Halfway through the defrost cycle,
whole	8 - 10		shield end of drumsticks, wings, breast bones
pieces	7 - 9		and ends of poultry with foil.
fillets	7 - 9
Duck	7 - 9		Break apart chicken pieces and remove small
Turkey	8 - 10		pieces such as wings, which may be defrosted
			before larger pieces.
			Rinse poultry under cold water to remove ice
			crystals. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes, before
			cooking.
FISH & SHELLFISH			Halfway through the defrost cycle, turn whole
Fish Fillets	8 - 10
			fish or blocks of fillets over. Also, break apart
Whole Fish	7 - 9
			prawns or scallops. Remove any pieces that are
Crabmeat	6 - 8
			defrosted.
Lobster Tails	6 - 8
Sea Scallops	6 - 8		Let stand, 5 to 10 minutes, before cooking.
Green Prawns	6 - 8

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To Use Add Time

This feature allows you to add cooking time at the end of previons cooking.

1	After cooking, press			once
	To select the Add Time feature
2	Add Cooking Time
	Enter cooking time using Time Pads.				e.g. 5 minutes
	Maximum cooking time:
	High power: up to 30 minutes,
	other powers: up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds				5 times

3 Press

Time will be added.

The time in the Display Window will count down.

NOTES:

1.This feature is only available for Micro Power function and it is not available for Auto Contorl function. (Such as Turbo Defrost, Sensor Cook/Reheat , Beverage and Inverter Melt & Soften function.).

2.The Add Time feature will be cancel after 1 minutes, if you don't do any operation after cooking.

3.You also can use Add Time function after the 3-Stage Setting except Standing Time feature and the default Power Level is same as the last stage.

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To Use Beverage

This feature allows you to reheat coffee/milk without setting power and time.

1 Press		Pad

Press once to reheat coffee, “1” will display in the dispay window.

Press twice to reheat milk, “2” will display in the dispay window.

2 Select the weight of beverage by pressing the		Pads

For example: To reheat 2 cups coffee - Press Beverage Pad once, “1” will display in the dispay window, then press More/Less/Weight ( or ) Pad twice until desired menu number “1-2” appears in the display window (See below chart).

	Press	Menu Number	Menu
		(Press / Pad)
	1x	1-1	1 cup coffee
		1-2	2 cups coffee
	2x	2-1	1 cup milk
		2-2	2 cups milk

3 Press

Reheat will start. The time in the display window will count down.

NOTES:

1.Use a microwave safe cup.

2.Heated coffee/milk can erupt if not mixed with air. Do not heat coffee/milk in your microwave oven without stirring before and halfway through heating.

3.Care must be exercised not to overheat coffee/milk when using the Beverage feature. It is programmed to give proper result when heating 1 cup or 2 cups of coffee/milk, starting from room temperature for coffee and refrigerator temperature for milk. Overheating will cause an increased risk of scalding, or water eruption. Refer to page 6, food, item 5.

4.1 cup of milk is 200 ml to 250 ml and 1 cup of coffee is 150 ml to 200 ml.

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To Use Inverter Melt & Soften

This feature allows you to melt & soften food at the touch of a pad. There is no need to select the power level or cooking time as the microwave does this for you.

1 Press			Pad
until the desired food number appears				e.g.: Cream Cheese
in the display window. (see below chart)				three times

2 Press		Pad
until the desired food weight appears						e.g.: 150 g
in the display window.			three times.

Melt & Soften

Menu		Menu			Weight				Recommended
Number									Containers
3		Chocolate	50 g	100 g	150 g	200 g	250 g	300 g	microwave safe dish
4		Butter	50 g	100 g	150 g	200 g	250 g	300 g	microwave safe dish
									with a lid or plastic wrap
5		Cream Cheese	50 g	100 g	150 g	200 g	250 g	300 g	microwave safe dish
6		Ice Cream	200 g	500 g	1000 g	2000 g	-	-	-

3 Press

Cooking time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.

For best results on Auto Cook, follow these recommendations:

3. Chocolate

Remove wrapper and place chocolate into a microwave safe dish. Cook without cover. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. After heating, stir until completely melted.

Note: Chocolate holds its shape even when softened.

4. Butter

Remove wrapper, cut butter into 2 tbsp cube, and place into a microwave safe dish. Melt with lid or plastic wrap. Stir after cooking.

5. Cream Cheese

Remove wrapper and place in a microwave safe bowl/dish. Soften without cover.

6. Ice Cream

Soften slightly without lid.

NOTE: If food needs more time cooking or weight exceeds range, cook using P3 for melting or softening.

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To Use Sensor Cook

Sensor Cook allows you to cook foods without selecting times and power levels. The sensor detects the heat and humidity generated by the food and cooks your food automatically.

Place food into an appropriate sized dish for the volume of food you are cooking. Cover securely with plastic wrap or a securely fitting lid (do not use any snap closing lids). Plastic dishes are not suitable as a secure seal cannot be achieved and inaccurate cooking may result.

1 Press Desired Food Category Pad

Select and press the appropriate pad for the food you are cooking. The number of category appears in the Display Window.

Press once for Vegetables.

eg.: Press twice for Frozen Vegetables.

Menu number appears in the display window.

* More /Less Function:

Preferences for food doneness varies with each individual. After having used Sensor Cook a few times, you may decide you prefer your food cooked to a different doneness. By using the More/Less/Weight Pads, the Auto Sensor programmes can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. Press More/Less/Weight Pads before pressing Start Pad.

Press More Pad (): “+” will display in display window. If you want to return to average cooking result, press Less Pad ().

Press Less Pad (): “-” will display in display window. If you want to return to average cooking result, press More Pad ().

If you are satisfied with the result of the SENSOR COOK programme, you don’t have to use this pad.

2 Press

The menu number you have selected remains in the display window. Do not stop the oven or open the door during this part of the cooking stage as inaccurate cooking may result. After the heat humidity is detected by the SENSOR, the remaining time appears in the Display Window and begins to count down.

NOTES:

1.The door should not be opened before the time appears in the Display Window.

2.Do not use plastic dishes as a secure seal cannot be achieved and inaccurate cooking may occur.

3.Only cook foods within the weight ranges described and accessories as indicated, see table on page 20-24.

4.To prevent any mistakes during auto sensor programs ensure that the base of the oven and container are dry.

5.To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving.

6.The cavity may become very hot during and after use, please take special care and use kitchen gloves to take out the container when the oven beeps.

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To Use Sensor Cook (continued)

For best results, follow these recommendations:

Vegetables

	Menu	Menu	Recommended Weight	Recommended Containers
	Number
	7	Vegetables	125 g - 500 g	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap
	8	Frozen Vegetables	125 g - 1.0 kg	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap

7. Vegetables

It is suitable for cooking all types of leaf, green and soft varieties of vegetables, including broccoli, squash cauliflower, cabbage, asparagus, beans, celery, zucchini, spinach, capsicum or a mixture of these. All vegetables should be trimmed or prepared and cut into evenly sized pieces. Clean the vegetables and place them in a microwave safe container, add 1 tablespoon to ¼ cup of water to vegetables if dehydrated or a softer cooked texture is desired. Butter, herbs, etc., may be added before heating, but do not salt vegetables until serving. Cover dishes securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of cooking, stir larger quantities of vegetables. Let stand, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes.

8. Frozen Vegetables

It is suitable for all types of frozen vegetables. Put them in a microwave safe container. Do not use plastic dishes. Best results are achieved if large quantities are placed in a single layer. Add 1 tablespoon to ¼ cup water to vegetables, if desired. Butter, herbs etc. may be added before heating, but do not add salt until serving. Cover dishes securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of the cooking, stir vegetables and let stand, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes.

Legumes

	Menu	Menu	Recommended Weight	Recommended Containers
	Number
	9	Legumes	1 cup - 4 cups	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap
	10	Potatoes	125 g - 1.0 kg	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap

9. Legumes

It is Suitable for cooking chickpeas, split peas dried beans and peas. Cover legumes with cold water and soak overnight, drain. Place legumes and boiling water into an appropriate sized microwave safe container. (See table for quantities)

Amount of Legumes	1 cup	2 cups	3 cups	4 cups
Amount of Boiling Water	3 cups	4 cups	6 cups	8 cups
Dish Size	2 litre	3 litre	4 litre	4 litre

Cover dishes securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR AND REMOVE THE PLASTIC WRAP WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of cooking, allow legumes to stand for 5 minutes if required. If food needs more time cooking, cooking using P6.

10. Potatoes

It is suitable for cooking root vegetables such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, onions, swede, carrots, turnip and beetroot. All vegetables should be trimmed or prepared and cut into even sized pieces. Clean the vegetables and place them in a microwave safe container, add 1 tablespoon to ¼ cup of water to vegetables if dehydrated or a softer cooked texture is desired. If desired, butter, herbs etc. may be added, but do not add salt until after cooking. Cover dishes securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of the cooking, stir larger quantities of vegetables. Let stand, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes.

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To Use Sensor Cook (continued)

Fish

	Menu	Menu	Recommended Weight	Recommended Containers
	Number
	11	Steam Fish	125 g - 500 g	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap

11. Steam Fish

It is suitable for cooking whole fish and fish fillets (thickness of fish should not be more than 3 cm). Select fish suitable for microwave cooking and place in a single layer in a shallow microwave safe dish, with skinside down. Add butter, spices, herbs, or lemon juice to flavour. Overlap thin edges of fillets to prevent overcooking. Shield the eye and tail area of whole fish with small amounts of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Cover dishes securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Allow large amounts of fish to stand for 3 to 5 minutes after cooking before serving.

Chicken

	Menu	Menu	Recommended Weight	Recommended Containers
	Number
	12	Steam Chicken Pieces	400 g - 1.0 kg	microwave safe dish with
				plastic wrap or fitted lid

12. Steam Chicken Pieces

It is suitable for cooking chicken pieces, such as wings, thighs, legs, breast fillets. Chicken pieces should be completely thawed before cooking. Pierce the chicken pieces. Marinate chicken pieces before cooking for added flavour and colour. Put the prepared chicken pieces onto a microwave safe dish. Cover securely with plastic wrap or fitted lid and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes at the end of cooking.

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To Use Sensor Cook (continued)

Rice

	Menu	Menu	Recommended Weight	Recommended Containers
	Number
	13	Rice	1 cup - 2½ cups	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap
	14	Curries	250 g - 750 g	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap
			(meat weight only)
	15	Quinoa	¼ cup - 1 cup	microwave safe dish with plastic wrap

13. Rice

It is suitable for cooking short and long grain rice including spceialty rices. It is not suitable for cooking brown rice or wild rice. Place rice with water at room temperature in a suitable microwave safe dish. We recommend the following proportions of rice to cold tap water:

Rice	1 cup	1½ cups	2 cups	2½ cups
Water	1½ cups	2½ cups	3½ cups	4½ cups
Dish Size	3 litre	3 litre	4.5 litre	4.5 litre

It may be necessary to adjust the water to your personal preference. Soak in water for 10 - 15 minutes. Always allow at most ½ depth of volume for evaporation to prevent boiling over. Do not cook rice in plastic dishes as incorrect cooking times may result. Cover securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR AND REMOVE THE PLASTIC WRAP WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of the cooking, let stand 5 to 10 minutes, covered.

14. Curries

It is suitable for cooking curries. See chart below for quantities to use.

	Serves	2	4	6
	Weight of meat	250 g	500 g	750 g
	Amount of liquid	375 ml	500 ml	750 ml
	(coconut milk, stock)
	Weight of hard vegetables	200 g	400 g	600 g

Cut meat and vegetables into even size pieces. Place curry paste, meat, onion and hard vegetable into a suitable size casserole dish, do not use plastic dishes. Cover securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select curries then Start. Open the door to STIR AND ADD REMAINING INGREDIENTS INCLUDING LIQUID WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of cooking time, allow to stand for 5-10 minutes. Serve with rice.

15. Quinoa

It is suitable for cooking quinoa. Place quinoa in a microwave safe casserole dish. Add 2 parts water to 1 part quinoa. Use the above chart as a guide:

Quinoa	¼ cup	½ cup	¾ cup	1 cup
Tap water	½ cup	1 cup	1½ cups	2 cups
Dish Size	2 litre	2.5 litre	3 litre	3.5 litre

Allow at least ½ depth of volume for evaporation to prevent boiling over. Soak in water for 10 - 15 minutes. Cover securely with plastic wrap and place container at the center of the glass tray. Select the program then press Start. Open the door to STIR WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking, press Start Pad to continue. At the end of the cooking, let stand 10-15 minutes.

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