Panasonic NN-T990SA, NN-T790SA Owner’s Manual

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This manual contains Safety Instructions, Operating Instructions and Maintenance of the oven.

For Cooking Guide and Parts information, see page 6.

Before operating this oven, please read these instructions completely.

Antes de operar este producto, lea este instructive en su tctalidad.

El manua_ de instrucciones en espaSol puede ser encontrada en la pdginas 20 - 40.

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Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Microwave Oven.

Please read the instructions completely.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven withthe door open since open-door operation can result inharmful

exposure to microwave energy. It is important not todefeat 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.

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 notbe adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

STAPLE YOUR STORE RECEIPT HERE.

If you have any questions or it seems there is a problem with the oven, contact PANASONIC / QUASAR / TECHNICS Customer Ceil Center

for assistance, 1-800-211-PANA(7262) {9 a.m. - 9 p.m., E.S.T., toll free}.

Visit our web site : http'Jlwww.Panasonlc.com

The sedal number of this product may be found on the right side of the oven door opening. You should note the model number and the serial number of this oven in the space

provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase.

Before Operating

Precautions ........................................................ Inside Front Cover

Important Safety instructions ....................................................... 2

Installation Instructions and Grounding Instructions .................................... 3

Safety Precautions ................................................................. 4

Cookware and Utensil Guide .......................................................... 5

Feature Diagram ................................................................... 7

Control Panel ..................................................................... 7

Operation

Let's Start to Use Your Oven! ........................................................ 8

Setting the Clock .................................................................. 8

Quick Min ........................................................................ 8

Keep Warm ...................................................................... 8

Function Pad ..................................................................... 9

Power & Time Setting ............................................................. 10

Popcorn ........................................................................ 10

Using the Timer .................................................................. 11

Inverter Turbo Defrost & Conversion Chart ............................................ 11

Sensor Reheat ................................................................... 14

Sensor Cook Pad ................................................................. 14

Charts ...................................................................... 15

Recipes ..................................................................... 16

Cooking Tips

Defrosting Tips & Techniques ........................................................ 12

Microwave Shortcuts .............................................................. 13

Food Characteristics ............................................................... 18

Cooking Techniques ........................................................... 18 - 19

Maintenance

Cars of Your Microwave Oven ........................................................ 6

Parts and Order Form .............................................................. 6

Before Requesting Service .......................................................... 17

Warranty ....................................................................... 41

Service Center List ................................................................ 41

Technical Specifications .............................................. Bottom ofthis page

Quick Guide to Operation ................................................... Back Cover

Manual de instruccionea (Spanish Operating Instructions) .................. 2o- 40

Power source: Power consumption:

Output*: Outside Dimensions:

(HxWx D)

Oven Capacity Dimensions:

(HxWx D)

Operating Frequency:

Uncrated Weight (Approx.):

NN-T990SA 120V, 60 Hz

12.0 Amps 1,400 W

1300 W

14" x 237/8" x 19'/B"

356 x 606 x 485 mm

10'%_" x 18%6" x 18V="

278 x 469 x 470 mm

2,450 MHz

36.6 Ibs. (16.6 kg)

NN-T790SA 120V, 60 Hz

12.0 Amps 1,400 W 1300 W

11 _=1,,"x 217/8" x 19V,"

304 x 555 x 485 mm

9" x 167/,_" x 18%"

228 x 418 x 470 mm

2,450 MHz

32 Ibs. (14.5 kg)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

*IEC 705-88 Test procedure

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Yourmicrowaveovenisacookingdeviceandyoushoulduseasmuchcareasyouusewithastoveoranyothercookingdevice. Whenusingthiselectricappliance,basicsafetyprecautionsshouldbefollowed,includingthefollowing:

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vy/-_n IIII11g--To reducethe nskof bums,electric

shock,fire, injurytopersonsor exposuretoexcessive

microwaveenergy:

1. Read all instructionsbefore usingthe appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY," found on back of the front cover.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly

grounded outlet. See "GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS" found on page 3.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance withthe installationinstructionsfound on page 3.

5. Do notcoverorbioc_ any openingson thisappliance.

6. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this product near water--for example, near a

kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

7. Usethis app/ianceonlyfor its intended useasdescribedinthis

manual DO NOT use corrosivechemicals,vapours,ornon-fcod products inthisappl'mnce.This type ofoven is spedfically

designedtoheat orcook. It is notdesignedforindusttiaJor laboratoryuse. The use of corrosivechemicalsin he_dngor

cleaningwilldamagethe applianceand may resultin radiation leaks.

8. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closingthe door, use only mild, non-abrasive

soaps ordetergents applied with a sponge or softcloth.

9. Donotallowchildrento usethisappliance,unlessclosely supervisedby anadult.

10. Do notoperate this appliance if ithas a damaged cord or plug, if it is notworking properly, or if ithas been damaged

or dropped.

11. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

12. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

13. Do notlet cord hang over edge of a table or counter.

14. This appliance should be serviced only by qualifiedservice

personnel Contact the nearest authorized servicentrefor examination,repair or adjustment.

15. Some products such as whole eggs, narrow neck bottles and

sealed contaicem---for example, closed glass jars---may explode and should not be heated in this oven.

16. To reduce the risk offire in the oven cavity:

(a) Do not ovemookfood. Carefullyattend appliance ifpaper,

plastic,or other combustible materials are placed inside the ovento facilitate cooking.

(b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before

placing bag in oven.

door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

(d) Do not use the cavityfor storage purposes.

Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, orfood in the cavitywhen not in use,

General Use

1. DO NOT tamper with ormake any adjustments or repairsto

door, controlpanel housing,safety interlockswitchesor any other part ofthe oven. DO NOT remove outer panel from oven.

Repairs must be done only by a qualifiedservice person.

2. DO NOT operate the oven empty. The microwave energy will reflectcontinuouslythroughout the oven causing overheating,

iffood or water isnotpresent to absorb energy. This could damage the oven and reSUltina risk of fire.

DO NOT dryclothes, newspapers or other materials in oven, or use newspapers or paper bags for cooking. Fire could

result.

DO NOT use recycledpaper products unless the paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven use.

Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks, and result in fires when used.

DO NOT hit or strike control panel. Damage to controls may occur. Fire could result.

POT HOLDERS should always be used when removing items from the oven. Heat is transferred from the HOT food

to the cooking containerand from the cocking container to

the Glass Tray. The Glass Trey can be very ROT after removing cookingcontainer from oven.

DO NOT store flammable materials next to, on top of, or in the

oven.These could be fire hazards.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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Examine Your Oven

Unpack even, remove allpacking msterial and examine the even for any damage such as dents, broken door latches orcracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately ifoven is damaged.

DO NOT install if oven is damaged.

Placement of Oven

1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface. For proper operation, the even must have sufficientair flow. Allow 3- inches (7.6 cm) ofspace on bothsides of the oven and 1-inch

(2.5 cm) of space on top of oven. a. DO NOT blockair vents. Ifthey are blocked during

operation,the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device willturnthe oven off. Unitshould be

taken to a Service Center.

b. DO NOT place oven near a hot, damp surface such as a

gas or electricrange.

c. DO NOT operate oven when room humidityis too high.

2. This even was manufactured for household use only.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,grounding reduces the riskof electric shockby

providingan escape wirefor the electriccurrent.This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding

plug. The plug must be plugged into an outletthat is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING--Improper use of the grounding plug can result In a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualifiedelectrician orservice person if the grounding instructionsare notcompletely understood or if doubt exists asto

whether the appliance is propertygrounded. Ifif is necessaryto

use an extension cord, use only a three wire extensioncord that has a three blade grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that

will accept the plugon the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating ofthe appliance.

Power Supply

1. A short power-supply cord isprovided to reduce the risks resultingfrom becoming entangled in ortripping over a longer

cord.

2. Longer cord setsor extension cords are available and may be used if care isexercised in their use.

3. If a longcord or extension cordis used, (a) the marked electrical ratingofthe cord set or extensioncord should be at

least as great as the electrical ratingof the appliance, (b) the extension cord must be a grounding-type3-wire cord, and (c) the longer cord should be arranged so that if will not drape

over the counter top ortabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over acoidentally.

Wiring Requirements

1. The oven must be on a SEPARATE CIRCUIT. No other appliance shouldshare the cimuitwith the microwaveoven.

Ifit does, the branch circuitfuse may blow, the circuitbreaker may trip, orthe food may cookslower than the times

recommended in this manusi.

2. The VOLTAGE used must be the same as specifiedon this

microwave oven (120 V, 60 Hz). Using a highervoifage is dangerousand may result inefire or other incidentcausing

oven damage. Using a lowervoltage will cause slowcooking. Panasonic is NOT responsiblefor damage resultingfrom the use of the even with other than specified voltage.

3. The oven mustbe plugged intoat least a 20 AMP, 120 VOLT,

60 Hz GROUNDED OUTLET. Where a standard two-prong outletis encountered, it is the personal responsibilityand

obligationofthe consumer to have it replacedwith a propedy

grounded thrse-prong outlst. _¢t_ .(_. _ _

TV / Radio Interference

t. Operation of the microwave oven may cause interferenceto

your radio, TV or similar equipment.

2. When there is interfarenoo, if may be reduced or

eliminated by takingthe followingmeasures: a. Clean door and sealing surfaces of the oven. (See Care

of Your Microwave Oven)

b. Place the radio, TV, etc. away from the microwave oven

as far as possible.

c. Use a properly installed antenna to obtain stronger signal

reception.

Glass Tray

1. DO NOT operate the oven withoutRoller Ringand Glass Tray in place.

2. DO NOT operate the oven withoutthe Glass Tray fully

engaged on the drivehub. Improper cooking or damage to the even could result. Verify thatthe Glass Tray is propedy

engaged and rotating by observingits rotationwhen you press

Start

3. Only use Glass Tray specificallydesigned for this oven. Do not substituteany other glass tray.

4. If Glass Tray is hot,allow to coolbefore cleaning orplacing in

water.

5. DO NOT cook directlyon GlassTray. Always place food in a

microwave-safe dish, or on a rackset i_a microwave-safe dish.

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

direction.This is normal.

7. Glass Tray can tum in either direction.

Roller Ring

1. RollerRing and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to

prevent excessive noise.

2. RollerRing must always be used for cooking along with Glass

Tray.

3. Always replace Roller Ring and Glass Tray in their proper positions.

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Follow These Safety Precautions When Cooking in Your Oven

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Proper cooking depends upon the power, the time set and the quantity of food. If you use a smaller portion than recommended and cook at the time for the recommended

portion, fire could result.

1) HOME CANNING / DRYING FOODS / SMALL

QUANTITIES OF FOODS

• DO NOT use your oven for home canning, your oven cannot maintain the food at the proper canning temperature. Improperly canned food may spoil and be

dangerous to consume.

• DO NOT dry meats, herbs, fruits or vegetables in your

oven. Small quantities of food or foods with low moisture content can dry out, scorch or catch on fire if overheated.

POPCORN

Popcorn may be popped in a microwave oven corn popper. Microwave popcorn which pops in its own package is also

available. Follow popcorn manufacturers' directions and use a brand suitable for the wattage of your microwave oven.

CAUTION: When using pre-packaged microwave popoom, follow

recommended package instructions. Check package weight before using the Popcorn pad (see Popcorn Pad

section). Set the oven for the weight of the popcorn package.

If these Instructions are not followed, the popcorn may

not pop adequately or may Ignite and cause a fire. Never

leave oven unattended when popping popoom. Allow the

I popcorn bag to cool before opening, always open the bag I away from your face and body to prevent steam bums.

3) DEEP FAT FRYING

• DO NOT attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven. Cooking oits may buret into flames and may cause damage

to the oven and perhaps result in burns, Microwave

utensils may not be able to withstand the temperature of

the hot oil, and could shatter or melt.

4) FOODS WITH NONPOROUS SKINS * Potatoes, apples, whole eggs, egg yolks, whole

squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins. These types of foods must be pierced before microwave cooking to prevent their bursting.

• Use fresh potatoes for baking and cook until just done. Use recommended weiohts for erooremmed cookina. Overcookinc causes dehydration and may result in a fire.

5) LIQUIDS

• Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. DO NOT

heat liquids in your microwave oven without first stirring. Overheated liquids will erupt.

6) GLASS TRAY / COOKING UTENSILS / FOIL

• Cooking utensils get hot during microwaving. Heat is

transferred from the HOT food to the container and the Glass Tray. Use potholdere when removing utensils from the oven or when removing lids or plastic wrap covers from

cooking utensils to avoid burns.

• The Glass Tray will get hotduring cooking. It should be

allowed to cool before handling or before paper products, suoh as paper plates or microwave popoorn bags, are

placed in the oven for microwave cooking.

• When using foil, skewers, warming rack or utensils made of metal in the oven, allow at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) of space

between metal matedal and interior oven walls. If aming occurs (sparking), remove metal material (skewers, etc.)

and/or transfer to a non-metallic container.

• Dishes with metallic trim should not be used, as arcing

may occur.

• If an entree is heated in a foil trey, maintain at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) spacing from the oven walls.

7) PAPER TOWELS / CLOTHS

• DO NOT use paper towels or cloths which contain a

synthetic fiber woven into them. The synthetic fiber may cause the towel to ignite. Use paper toweling under supervision.

8) BROWNING DISHES / OVEN COOKING BAGS

• Browning dishes or grills are designed for microwave cooking only. Always follow instructionsprovided by the

manuft_turer. DO NOT preheat browning dish more than 6 minutes.

• If an oven cooking bag is used for microwave cooking,

prepare according to package directions. DO NOT use a wire twist-tie to close bag, instead use plastic ties, cotton

string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag.

9) THERMOMETERS

• DO NOT use a conventional meat thermometer in your oven. Arcing may occur. Microwave-safe thermometers

are available for both meat and candy.

10) BABY FORMULA / FOOD

• DO NOT heat baby formula orfood in the microwave oven.

The glass jar or surface of the food may appear to be only warm while the interior can be so hot as to burn the

infant's mouth and esophagus.

11) REHEATING PASTRY PRODUCTS

• When reheating pastry products, check temperatures of

any fillings before eating. Some foods have fillings which heat faster and can be extremely hot, while the surface

remains warm to the touch (ex. Jelly Donuts).

12) GENERAL OVEN USAGE GUIDELINES

• DO NOT use the oven for any reason other than the

preparation of food.

• OO NOT leave oven unattended while in use.

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ITEM

Aluminum Foil

Browning Dish

Brown paper bags

Dinnerware

Labeled "Microwave-Safe"

Other Dinnerware

Disposable polyester Paperboard Dishes

Fast Food Carton

with Metal Handle

Frozen Dinner Trey

Metal

Microwave-safe

Glass Jars Glassware

Heat Resistant

Oven Glassware &

Ceramics Metal Bakeware Metal Twist-Ties

Oven Cooking Bag

Paper Plates& Cups Paper Towels& Napkins

Parchment Paper Plastic

Microwave-SafeCookware

Reheat & Storage

Melamine

PlasticFoamCups

PlasticWrap

Straw, Wicker,Wood Thermometers

Microwave-safe, only Conventional

Wax paper

MICROWAVE

Yes, for

Shieldingonly

Yes

Yes Yes

Yes,

use caution

Yes

No No

Yes

Yes Yes

Yes

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use caution

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usecaution

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COMMENTS

Small strips offoil can be moulded around thin parts of meat or poultryto prevent ovemooking. Arcing canoccur if foilistoo closeto oven wall or if

too muchfoil is used. Browningdishes are designed formicrowave cookingonly. Check

browningdish informationfor instructionsand heatingchart. Do not preheat for more than B minutes.

May cause a fire inthe oven.

Check manufacturers'use and care directionsfor usein microwaveheating. Some dinnerwaremay state on the back of the dish,"oven-Microwave Safe".

Use CONTAINER TEST below. Some frozen foods are packaged in these dishes.Can be

purchased ingrocery stores. Metal handle may cause arcing.

Frozen dinnersmay be heated infoil trey, if trey is less than 3/,-inch(2 cm) high. Place foiltreyin center ofoven. Leave at least 1-inch (2.5 cm) space between foil bay and oven walls. Heat only1 foil trayinthe oven ata time. For containersmore than%-inch(2 cm) deep, removefood and placein a

similarsize microwave-sefeconta:Jner. Remove lid. Heat food untiljust warm, not HOT. Most glass jars are not

heat resistant. Do notuse for cooking.

Ideal for microwavecookingand browning.

(See CONTAINER TEST below).

Not recommended for use in microwave ovens. May cause aming which could cause a fire in the oven.

Followmanufacturers'directions.Close bag withthenylon tieprovided,a strip

cut from the end of the bag ora pieceof cottonstring.Do notclosewith

metaltwist-tie. Make sixV=-inch(1 cm) slitsnear the closure. Use to warm cookedfoods and to cook foods thatrequireshortcooking

times suchas hot dogs.

Use to warm rollsand sandwiches by microwave. Use as a cover to preventspattering. Safe for use inmicrowave,

microwave/convectionand conventional ovens.

Shouldbelabeled,"Suitablefor MicrowaveHeating."Check manufacturers'directionsfor recommendeduses.

Some microwave-sefeplasticdishesare not suitableforcookingfoods withhigh fator sugarcontent. The heatfromhot foodmay causethe plasUcto warp.

This rnatedalabsorbsmicrowaveenergy. Dishes getHOTI Plas_cfoam willmelt iffoods reacha hightemperature. Use to bringfoodsto

a low servingtemperature.

Useto coverfood duringcookingtoretain moistureandpreventspattering.

Should belabeled"Suitable for MicrowaveHealing". Check packagedireclJons.

Useonlyforshorttermreheatingand tobringfood toa low serving

tampereturo.

Use only microwave-sere meat and candy thermometers. Not suitable for use inmicrowave oven_will cause sparks and get hot.

Use as a cover to preventspattenng and to retainmoisture.

CONTAINER TEST

TO TEST A CONTAINER FOR SAFE MICROWAVE OVEN USE: Fill a 1-cup glass measure with water and place it in the microwave oven aJongwith the container to be tested; heat one (1) minute at PIO (HIGH). If the container is microwave oven-safe

(transparent to microwave energy), the 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 plasticcontainers.

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