Sanyo EM-S1577W Instruction Manual

Microwave Oven

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL: EM-S1577W

Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven.
And keep it carefully for future reference.

If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many years of
good service.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE

EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE

MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since this can result
in harmful exposure to microwave energy.It is important not to

break

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 closes properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) DOOR(dent)
(2) HINGES AND LATCHES(broken or loosened)
(3) DOOR SEALS AND SEALING SURFACE
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly
qualified service personnel.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model:
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Maximum Output:
Oven Capacity:
Turntable Diameter:
External Dimensions (LxWxH):
Net Weight:

1 150 W
700 W
17 Litres
245 mm
461mmX357mmX280mm
Approx. 1 1.4 Kg

EM-S1577W
240V~ 50Hz 2450MHz

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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1) WARNING: when the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should
only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated;

2) WARNING: if the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until
it has been repaired by a competent person;

3) WARNING: 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;

4) WARNING: liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they
are liable to explode

6) the minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven

7) only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens

8) when heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the

possibility of ignition;

9) if smoke is observed, switch of or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in
order to stifle any flames;

10) microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care
must be taken when handling the container;
1 1) the contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars shall be stirred or shaken and the
temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns;

12) eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens
since they may explode, even after microwave heating has ended;

13) details for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts;

14) the oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed;

15) 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;

16) if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

5)

WARNING: This appliance is not intended for used by young children or

infirm persons unless they have been adequately supervised by a

responsible person or ensure that they can use the appliance safely.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play

with the appliance .

SAFETY

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1. The oven must be on a leveled surface.

2. The turntable and turntable roller rest must be in the oven during cooking. Place the
cookware gently on the turntable and handle it carefully to avoid possible breakage.

3. Incorrect use of browning dish may cause the turntable to break.

4. Use only the specified bag size when using Direct Access Popcorn.

5. The oven has several built-in safety switches to ensure that the power remains off when
the door is open. Do not tamper with these switches.

6. Do not operate the microwave oven empty . Operating the oven with no food or food that
is extremely low in moisture can cause fire, charring or sparking.

7. Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable. Excessive local heating of the turntable may
cause the turntable to break.

8. Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in the microwave oven. Uneven heating
may occur and could cause physical injury.

9. Do not heat narrow-necked containers, such as syrup bottles.

10. Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven.

11. Do not attempt home canning in this microwave oven as it is impossible to be
sure all contents of the jar have reached boiling temperature.

12. Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purpose. This microwave oven
is made for household use only.

13. To prevent delayed eruptive boiling of hot liquids and beverages or scalding
yourself, stir liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway
through cooking time. Let stand in the oven for a short time and stir again before
removing the container.

14 .Please do notice the food in the microwave oven to avoid burning due to excessive
cooking when cooking food in it.

15. When the appliance is operated in the combination mode, children should only use the
oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

16. 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.

1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific:" PRECAU-

TIONS TO A VOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE
TO EXCESSIVE MICROW AVE ENERGY".

3. As with most cooking appliances,close
supervision is necessary to reduce the
risk of a fire in the oven cavity.

If a fire should start:

1. Keep the oven door closed

2. Turn the oven off, and unplug the appliance.

3. Disconnect the power at the fuse or circuit
breaker panel.

Keep in mind the following rules at all times:

1. Do not overcook food. Carefully attend the

appliance if paper,plastic,or other combus­ tible materials are placed inside the oven to
facilitate cooking.

2. Do not use the oven cavity for storage pur­ poses. Do not store combustible items su­ ch as bread, cookies, paper products, etc.
inside the oven. If lightning strikes the power
line, the oven may turn on by itself.

3. Remove wire twist-ties and metal handles
from paper or plastic containers/bags before
placing them in the oven.

4. This oven must be grounded. Connect only
to properly grounded outlet. See"GROUN-

DING INSTRUCTIONS".

5. Install or locate this oven only in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.

6. Some products such as whole
eggs, water with oil or fat, sealed
containers and closed glass jars may

explode and therefore should not be
heated in this oven.

7. Use this appliance only for its intended
uses as described in the manual. Do
not use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance. This oven is specifically
designed to heat or cook food. It is not
designed for industrial or laboratory use.

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

9. Do not operate this oven if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly or if it has been damaged or
dropped.

10. This appliance should be serviced
only by qualified service technicians.
Contact the nearest authorized
service facility for examination,repair
or adjustment.

11. Do not cover or block any vents on the
oven.

12. Do not store or use this appliance
outdoors.

13. Do not use this oven near water,near
a kitchen sink, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool.

14. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

15. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

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

17. When cleaning door and oven surfaces
use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or
detergents applied with a sponge or
soft cloth.

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Important Safety Instructions

SAFETY

WARNING—

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury to
persons, or exposure to excessive microwave oven
energy when using your appliance, follow
these basic precautions :

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard T ouching

some of the internal components
can cause serious personal injury
or death.Do not disassemble this

appliance.

W ARNING

Electric Shock Hazard

Improper use of the grounding
can result in electric shock. Do
not plug into an outlet until
appliance is properly installed
and grounded.

Two-round-pin plug

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Grounding Installation

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an elec­trical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman 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 3 ­wire extension cord that has a 2-pronged plug with a
grounding slot & 2 grounding plates .A 2-slot receptacle ,
with a grounding prong or grounding terminal(s), will
accept the plug of the appliance.

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the
risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.

2. If a long cord set or extension cord is used: 1)The
marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating
of the appliance. 2)The extension cord must be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and 3)The long cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally .

CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

Tightly-closed containers
could explode. Closed
containers should be
opened and plastic
pouches pierced
before cooking.

Utensils

See next page for further instructions “Materials you
can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in micro­wave oven.”There may be certain nonmetallic utensils
that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt,
you can test the utensil in question following the
procedure below.

Utensil Test:

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold

water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the utensil is warm,

do not use it for microwave cooking.

4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

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Materials to be avoided in microwave oven

Utensils
Aluminum tray
Food carton with
metal handle
Metal or metal­trimmed utensils
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Plastic foam

Wood

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks
Aluminum foil Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat
or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to
oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at

least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable.Incorrect usage may cause
the turntable to break.
Dinnerware Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked
or chipped dishes.
Glass jars Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars
are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do
not use cracked or chipped dishes.

Oven cooking Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to
bags allow steam to escape.
Paper plates Use for short –term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while
and cups cooking.
Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision and

only for short-term cooking.

Parchment Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
paper
Plastic Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.Should be labeled

“Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot.
“Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented
as directed by package.
Plastic wrap Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do
not allow plastic wrap to touch food.

Thermometers Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.

Remarks

May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause
arcing.
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed
to high temperature.
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or
crack.

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

Names of Oven Parts and Accessories

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton.
Your oven comes with the following accessories:
Glass tray 1
Turntable ring assembly 1
Instruction Manual 1

Shuts off oven power if door is opened during operation.

a. Never place the

glass tray

upside down.The

glass tray

should never be restricted.

b. Both

glass tray

and

turntable ring assembly

must always
be used during cooking.
c. All food and containers of food should be always placed

on the

glass tray

for cooking.

d. The

glass tray

rotates clockwise; this is normal.

e. If

glass tray

or

turntable ring assembly

cracks or breaks,

contact your nearest authorized service centre.

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

Hub(underside)

Glass tray

Turntable ring assembly

Turntable shaft

F

G

A

C

B

E

D

A)Control panel
B)Turntable shaft
C)Turntable ring assembly
D)Glass tray
E)Observation window
F) Door assembly
G)Safety interlock system

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Installation

Remove all packing material and accessories.
Examine the oven for any damage such as
dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is
damaged.

Countertop

Cabinet: Remove any protective film found

on the cabinet surface.

Do not remove the light brown Mica cover
that is screwed to the oven cavity to
protect the magnetron.

Installation

1. Select a level surface that provide

enough open space for the intake
and/or outlet vents.

A minimum clearance of 3.0 inch
(7.5cm) is required between the oven and
any adjacent wall.One side must be open.
(1) Leave a minimum clearance of 12
inch(30cm) above the oven.
(2) Do not remove the legs from the
bottom of the oven.

(3) Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings
can damage the oven.
(4)Place the oven as far away from
radios and TV as possible.Operation
of microwave oven may cause interference
to your radio or TV reception.

2. Plug your oven into a standard household

outlet. Be sure the voltage and the
frequency is the same as the voltage and
the frequency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a
range cooktop or other heat-producing
appliance. If installed could be damaged
and the warranty would be void.

3.0 inch(7.5cm)

3.0 inch(7.5cm)

12 inch(30cm)

OPEN

1. Operation and Function

1) Clock Setting

When the microwave oven is plugged into a wall outlet, the LED indication is
"0:00". The input time should be within 0:00--23:59;
Example: to set "12:12" .
(1) Press the " Clock/Pre-Set " key, the hour figures flash, and the indicator
for clock is lighted.

(2) Press the numeral pads of "1","2","1","2" in sequence;

(3) Press " Clock/Pre-Set " to finish clock setting;

Note: In the process of clock setting, if " Stop " is pressed or if there is no operation within 1
minute, the unit will go back to the previous status automatically.

2) Microwave Cooking

Select different microwave power level and set cooking time as you wish. There are five
power levels available for choosing. Refer to Chart 1.The maximum microwave cooking time
is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. Keep on pressing "Power Level" to choose the power wished.

Chart 1:
Microwave Power Chart

Press "Power level"

Mcirowave Power

Display

Application

Once 100%

Twice

Thrice

4 times

5 times

80%

50%

30%

10%

Reheat, boil water, cook

vegetable and chicken

Cook rice, fish and seafood,

cookie, meats

Cook milk, cake, stew food

Defrost

Keep warm, soften ice cream

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OPERATION

Example: choose 50% power for cooking 10 minutes
(1) Press " Power Level " thrice;
(2) Press the numeral pads of "1" , "0", "0", "0" in consequence;
(3) Press " Start/Speed Cook " to start cooking, timing counting down.

3) Speedy Cooking:

When the unit is in waiting state, the press on " Start/Speed Cook " can start cooking at 30
seconds with 100% microwave power. Each additional press will increase the cooking time
by 30 seconds until the accrued time reaches 2 minutes or less. By then, each press will
increase cooking time by 1 minute.
Example: set 3 minutes speedy cooking:
(1) Press " Start/Speed Cook " once;
(2) Cooking begins; cooking time begins to countdown.
(3) Press " Start/Speed Cook " again for 4 times

4) Defrost by Weight

Example: defrost a beef of 500g:

(1) Press " Defrost By Weight ";
(2) Press "5", "0", "0", in sequence;
(3) Press " Start/Speed Cook " to start defrosting.

5) Speedy Defrost

Example: defrost a beef of 500g

(1) Press " Speed Defrost ";
(2) Press "5" "0" "0" in sequence;
(3) Press " Start/Speed Cook " to start defrosting.
Note: Time needed for defrosting under "Speedy Defrost" is less that "Defrost by Weight"
for the food with the same weight.

6) Auto Menu Cooking

The numeral pads 1–9 is matching with nine different subjects respectively;

Pad CookDisplay

Pad CookDisplay Pad CookDisplay

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Auto

Reheat

Vegetable

Fish

Meat
Pasta

Potato

Pizza
Soup

Porridge

10

Refer to chart 2 for the automatic menu procedure:
Chart 2:

Menu

Weight(g)

Press Times

Display

A-1

(Auto Reheat)

A-2

Vegetable

A-3

Fish

A-4

Meat

A-5

Pasta

A-6

Potato

A-7

Pizza

A-8

Soup

A-9

Porridge

150
250
350
400
150
350
500
150
250
350
400
450
150
300
450
600

50
100
150

1
2
3
1
2

3
500
750

1000

550

1100

Once

Twice

Thrice

4 times

Once

Twice

Thrice

Once

Twice

Thrice
4 times
5 times

Once

Twice

Thrice
4 times

Once

Twice

Thrice

Once

Twice

Thrice

Once

Twice

Thrice

Once

Twice

Thrice

Once

Twice

Example: to cook vegetable of 350g:
(1) Press pad "2";
(2) Press pad "2" twice;

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8) Delay Start

Example: to start a cooking at 12:12.

(1) Set the cooking program wanted;
(2) Press " Clock/Pre-Set " to display the current clock. The hour figures flash:
(3) Press "1", "2", '1", '2";
(4) Press " Start/Speed Cook " to confirm the setting. The unit will turn back to
the clock state.
(5) Cooks begin when the time arrives.
Note: (1) If the setting is not within the range 0:00–23:59, the setting will be invalid;
(2) In the process of setting, if "STOP" is pressed or there is no operation within 1
minute, the unit will go back to the previous state automatically;
(3) The clock must be set before the delay start cooking. If the pre-set cooking has
not been programmed and only time to start cooking is set, the whole set will be
regarded as an alarm clock setting and 5 "beep" will be sound when the pre-set
time is reached.

9) Inquiring Function

(1) In one stage cooking state, press " Power Level ", the current microwave power will be
displayed for 3 seconds. After three seconds, the oven will turn back to the former state;
(2) In pre-set state, press " Clock/Pre-Set " to inquire the time for delay start cooking. The
pre-set time will be flashing in the LCD for 2-3 seconds, then the oven will turn back to
the clock display.

10). Fan Pro-longed Protection Function

If the cooking time is equal to or above 5 minutes, when the cooking ends, the microwave
operation will be stopped automatically, while the fan will be still working for 15 seconds.

11). Lock-out Function for Children

Lock: In waiting state, press " STOP " for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep" denoting
entering into the children-lock state and LCD will display " ".
Lock quitting: In locked state, press " STOP " for 3 seconds, there will be a long "beep"
denoting that the lock is released.

12). Automatic Going Out Function

When the door is kept open, the oven light will be on and will go out automatically without
any operation for 10 minutes.

13). Cooking End Reminding Function

When cooking ends, there will be 5 "beep" which is reminding the completion of cooking.

14). Display Specification

(1) In waiting state, LCD will display clock and " : " will flash.
(2) In function setting state, LCD will display the related setting.
(3) In the operation and suspending state, LCD will display the residual cooking time.
(4) In the operation or suspending state or when the door is open, the flashing "Micro"
indicator will be lighted and the restarting indicator will be flashing.

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Trouble shooting

Radio and TV reception may be interfered when
microwave oven is operation. It is similar to the
interference of small electrical appliances , like
mixer , vacuum cleaner,and electric fan.

It is normal.

Microwave oven interfering
TV reception

Dim oven light

In low power microwave cooking , oven light may
become dim . It is normal.

In cooking , seam may come out of food . Most will
come out from vents . But some may accumulate
on cool place like oven door . It is normal.

It does no damage to oven if it operates empty for
quite short time . But it should be avoided.

Steam accumulating on
door, hot air out of vents

Oven started accidentally
with no food in .

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