Panasonic NN-ST966W, NN-ST966B, NN-ST766B, NN-ST766W User Manual
Operating Instructions
Microwave Oven
Household Use Only
Model No.
NN-ST966B
NN-ST966W
NN-ST766B
NN-ST766W
1200 W
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT, AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
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Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
Tel: (905) 624-5010
www.panasonic.com
© Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 2016
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Microwave Oven Safety
Important Safety Instructions
Installation and Grounding Instructions
Safety Precautions
......................................................................................1
..........................................................................2-5
........................................................5-6
...........................................................................................7-8
Operation
Control Panel .......................................................................................................12
Starting to Use Your Oven...................................................................................13
Setting the Clock .................................................................................................13
Child Safety Lock.................................................................................................13
Function Features................................................................................................14
Selecting Microwave Power & Cook Time...........................................................15
3-Stage Cooking ..................................................................................................15
Quick 30 Feature .................................................................................................16
Keep Warm Feature ............................................................................................16
Popcorn Feature ..................................................................................................17
More/Less Feature ..............................................................................................17
Inverter Turbo Defrost Feature ............................................................................18
Defrosting Tips & Techniques ........................................................................18-19
Sensor Reheat Feature .......................................................................................20
Sensor Cook Feature ..........................................................................................20
Sensor Cook Chart ..............................................................................................21
Microwave Recipes .............................................................................................22
Timer Feature (Kitchen Timer/Stand Time/Delay Start)..................................23-24
Microwave Shortcuts ......................................................................................25-26
Food Characteristics............................................................................................27
Cooking Techniques .......................................................................................27-28
Quick Guide to Operation ....................................................................................31
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning of Your Microwave Oven ......................................................10
Before Requesting Service ..................................................................................29
Warranty ..............................................................................................................30
General Information
Cookware Guide ....................................................................................................9
Oven Components Diagram ................................................................................11
Specifications ......................................................................................................32
User's Record ......................................................................................................32
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Microwave Oven Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on your
appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These
words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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 immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if
you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY
(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-
door operation can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is
important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.
(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door or
allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that
the oven door close properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) door (bent),
(2) hinges and latches (broken or loosened),
(3) door seals and sealing surfaces.
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.
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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.
Your microwave oven is a cooking appliance and you should use as much care
as you use with a stove or any other cooking appliance. When using electric
appliance, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave
energy:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY,” found on page 1.
3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet.
See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 6.
4. As with any cooking appliance,
5. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the installation instructions found on page 5, 6.
DO NOT
6.
DO NOT
7.
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.
NOT
This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, or cook food.It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use. The use of corrosive chemicals in
heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and may result in radiation
leaks.
9. When cleaning surfaces of the door and oven that come together upon closing
the door, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a
sponge or soft cloth.
DO NOT
10.
adult.
he/she can cook everything.
DO NOT
11.
working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
DO NOT
12.
13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
DO NOT
14.
15. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.
Contact the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair or
adjustment.
cover or block any openings on this appliance.
store this appliance outdoors.
use corrosive chemicals, vapors or non-food products in this appliance.
allow children to use this appliance, unless closely supervised by an
DO NOT
assume that because a child has mastered one cooking skill
operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
immerse cord or plug in water.
let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
—To reduce the risk of burns, electric
DO NOT
leave oven unattended while in use.
DO NOT
use this product near
DO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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:
DO NOT
(a)
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.
If material inside the oven ignites, keep oven door closed, turn
(c)
oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the
fuse or circuit breaker panel.
DO NOT
(d)
products, cooking utensils or food in the cavity when not in use.
Superheated Liquids
18.
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:
STIR THE LIQUID BOTH BEFORE AND HALFWAY THROUGH HEATING IT.
(a)
DO NOT heat water and oil, or fats together. The film of oil will trap
(b)
steam, and may cause a violent eruption.
DO NOT
(c)
(d) After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for a
short time before removing the container.
DO NOT
19.
the oven.
overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic,
use the cavity for storage purposes.
use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
cook directly on the turntable. It can crack, cause injury or damage to
DO NOT leave paper
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
TO AVOID THE RISK OF SHOCK:
DO NOT remove outer panel from oven. Repairs must be done only by a qualified
service person.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE TO
MICROWAVE ENERGY:
DO NOT tamper with, or make any adjustments or repairs to
Door, Control Panel Frame, Safety Interlock Switches, or any
other part of oven. Microwave leakage may result.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE:
1. DO NOT operate the microwave oven empty or use metal
containers. When using the microwave oven without
water or food, microwave energy can not be absorbed
and will continuously reflect throughout the cavity. This will
cause arcing and damage the oven cavity, door or other
components, which can lead to a fire hazard.
2. DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the oven.
3. DO NOT dry clothes, newspapers or other materials in the oven, or use news-
paper 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. The wire rack is designed for use only in the
browning mode and will be hot after use. Care in handling must be exercised.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For proper use of your oven, read remaining safety cautions and operating instructions.
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
touch 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, on a rack set in a microwave safe dish.
6. If food or utensils on the Glass Tray touch oven walls, causing the tray to stop
moving, the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
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. The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Place the front surface of
the door 7.6 cm (3 inches) or more from the counter top edge to avoid accidental tipping of the microwave oven during normal use. For proper operation,
the oven must have sufficient air flow. Allow 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space on both
sides of the oven and 5 cm (2 inches) of space on top of the oven.
(a) DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat and be damaged.
(b) DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a gas or electric
range, or dishwasher.
(c) DO NOT operate oven when room humidity is excessive.
2. This oven is manufactured for household use only. It is not approved or tested
for mobile vehicle, marine, or commercial use.
Installation
1. DO NOT block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may
overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off.
The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled.
2. If the oven is designed for installation into a wall cabinet, only use the proper
Panasonic trim kit available from a local Panasonic dealer, or online from the
Panasonic Canada eStore. Follow all instructions packed with the trim kit.
3. Use of a non-Panasonic trim kit will void the Manufacturer’s warranty for the
Microwave oven.
WARNING
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. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension
cord that has a three-prong polarized grounding plug, and a three-slot receptacle that
will accept the plug of the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should
be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
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—IMPROPER USE OF THE GROUNDING
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INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
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(continued)
Grounding Instructions
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
• Plug into properly installed and grounded 3-prong outlet.
• DO NOT remove ground prong.
• DO NOT use an adapter.
In the event of an electrical short circuit,
Power Supply
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
DO NOT
3. If a long cord or extension cord is used,
• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least
• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top
let cord hang over edge of a table or counter.
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
Wiring Requirements
1. The oven must be operated on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No other appliance should
share the circuit with the microwave oven. If it does, the branch circuit fuse may
blow or the circuit breaker may trip.
2. The oven must be plugged into a 15 AMP or 20 AMP, 120 VOLT, 60 Hz
GROUNDED OUTLET.
renovated single family homes must have at least a 20 A, 120 VOLT, 60 Hz
GROUNDED OUTLET)
the responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong outlet.
3. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specified on this
microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a higher voltage is
dangerous and may result in a fire or oven damage. Using a lower
voltage will cause slow cooking. Panasonic is NOT responsible for any damages
resulting from the use of the oven with any voltage other than specified.
(Beginning in 2017, all new construction and all
. Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is
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)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven.
IMPORTANT
Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time setting and quantity
of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended but cook at the
time for the recommended portion, fire could result.
1) HOME CANNING / STERILIZING / DRYING FOODS / SMALL
QUANTITIES OF FOODS
• DO NOT
at the proper canning temperature. The food may be contaminated and then
spoil.
• DO NOT
difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.
• DO NOT
of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if
overheated.
Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn
which pops in its own package is also available. Follow popcorn manufacturers'
directions and use a brand suitable for the cooking power of your microwave
oven.
CAUTION:
recommended package instructions or use the popcorn pad (refer to page 17).
Otherwise, the popcorn may not pop adequately or may ignite and cause a fire.
Never leave oven unattended when popping popcorn. Allow the popcorn bag
to cool before opening, always open the bag away from your face and body to
prevent steam burns.
use your oven for home canning. Your oven cannot maintain the food
use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It is
dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your oven. Small quantities
When using pre-packaged microwave popcorn, you can follow
2) POPCORN
3) DEEP FAT FRYING
• DO NOT
flames and may cause damage to the oven and perhaps result in burns.
Microwave utensils may not withstand the temperature of the hot oil, and can
shatter or melt.
deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oils may burst into
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
nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave
cooking to prevent them from exploding.
CAUTION:
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Cooking dry or old potatoes can cause fire.
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are examples of foods with
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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 2.5 cm (1-inch) of space between foil
and interior oven walls or door.
• Dishes with metallic trim should
not
be used, as arcing may occur.
6) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS
DO NOT
•
them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling
under supervision.
use paper towels or cloths which contain a synthetic fiber woven into
7) BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS
• Browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only. Always
follow instructions provided by the manufacturer.
dish for longer than 6 minutes.
• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking, prepare according to
package directions.
plastic ties, cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.
DO NOT
use a wire twist-tie to close bag; instead use
DO NOT
preheat browning
8) THERMOMETERS
DO NOT
•
Microwave safe thermometers are available for both meat and candy.
use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur.
9) BABY FORMULA / BABY FOOD
DO NOT
•
or surface of the food may appear warm while the interior can be so hot as to
burn the infant's mouth and esophagus.
heat baby formula or baby food in the microwave oven. The glass jar
10) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS
• When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of any fillings before
eating. Some foods have fillings which heat faster and can be extremely hot,
while the surface remains warm to the touch (e.g. jelly donuts).
11) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES
• DO NOT
use the oven for any purpose other than the preparation of food.
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Cookware Guide
Item Microwave Comments
Aluminum Foil
Browning Dish Yes
Brown paper bags No May cause a fire in the oven.
Dinnerware:
Labeled
"Microwave Safe"
Unlabeled Dinnerware ? Use
Disposable polyester
Paperboard Dishes
Fast Food Carton with
Metal handle
Frozen Dinner Tray Metal No Metal can cause arcing and damage to your oven.
Frozen Dinner Tray
Microwave safe
Glass Jars No
Heat Resistant Oven
Glassware & Ceramic
Metal Bakeware No
Metal Twist-Ties No May cause arcing which could cause a fire in the oven.
Oven Cooking Bag Yes
Paper Plates & Cups Yes
Paper Towels & Napkins Yes
Recycled Paper Towels &
Napkins
Parchment Paper Yes
Plastic:
Microwave Safe
Cookware
Plastic, Melamine No This material absorbs microwave energy. Dishes get HOT!
Plastic Foam Cups
Plastic Wrap Yes
Straw, Wicker, Wood
Thermometers,
Microwave safe
Thermometers,
Conventional
Wax paper Yes
TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a microwave safe cup with cool water
and place it in the microwave oven alongside the empty container to be tested; heat one (1) minute at P10
(HIGH). If the container is microwave oven safe (transparent to microwave energy), the empty container
should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot. If the container is hot, it has absorbed some
microwave energy and should NOT be used. This test cannot be used for plastic containers.
Yes for
Shielding
only
Yes
Yes
Yes Metal handle may cause arcing and create a fire hazard.
Yes Heat only 1 tray in the oven at one time.
Yes
No
Yes, use
caution
Yes, use
caution
Yes, use
caution
Yes Use only microwave safe meat and candy thermometers.
No
Small strips of foil can be molded around thin parts of meat or
poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close
to oven wall or door and damage to your oven will result.
Browning dishes are designed for microwave cooking only.
Check browning dish information for instructions and heating
chart. Do not preheat for more than 6 minutes.
Check manufacturers' use and care directions for use in
microwave heating. Some dinnerware may state on the back of
the dish, “Oven-Microwave Safe”.
CONTAINER TEST
Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes. Can be
purchased in grocery stores.
Most glass jars are not heat resistant. Do not use for cooking or
reheating.
Ideal for microwave cooking and browning.
CONTAINER TEST
(See
Not recommended for use in microwave ovens. Metal can cause
arcing and damage to your oven.
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 1 cm (
slits near the closure.
Use to warm cooked foods, and to cook foods that require short
cooking times such as hot dogs in the microwave mode.
Use to warm rolls and sandwiches, only if labeled safe for
microwave use.
Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may
cause sparks or create a fire hazard.
Use as a cover to prevent spattering. Safe for use in microwave,
microwave/convection and conventional ovens.
Should be labeled, "Suitable for Microwave heating." Check
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 the plastic to warp.
Plastic foam will melt if foods reach a high temperature. Use to
reheat foods to a low serving temperature only.
Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture and prevent
spattering. Should be labeled "Suitable for Microwave heating".
Check package directions.
Use only for short term reheating and to bring food to a low
serving temperature. Wood may dry out & split or crack when
used.
Not suitable for use in microwave oven,will cause sparks and get
hot.
Use as a cover to prevent spattering and to retain moisture in the
microwave mode only.
CONTAINER TEST
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