Sanyo EM-Z9011N Instruction Manual And Cooking Manual

1

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AND COOKING GUIDE

EM-Z9011N

Over-The-Range Microwave Oven

Read these instructions carefully before using your microwave oven.
If you follow the instructions, your oven will provide you with many years of
good service.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID

POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE

ENERGY

(a)

Do not

attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open­door 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications subject to change without notice.

*According to IEC-705 test procedure. The IEC-705 test procedure is an
internationally recognized method of rating microwave wattage output.

Please record your product’s information

When you call to request service, you need to know your complete model
number and serial number. Please fill in the information below. Please also
record purchase date, price and where purchased.

Model: EM-Z9011N

Power Source:

AC 110-120V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption:

1500W

Maximum Output:

950W*

Oven Capacity:

1.4 cu. ft.

Turntable Diameter:

10-

13

/16"

Dimensions:

(w x h x d)

29-

7

/

8

" x 17" x 14

-1/

2

"

Weight:

Approx. 59.5 lbs.

Model Number:

(Located on the front of the oven)

Serial Number:

(Located on the front of the oven)

Date of Purchase:

Purchase Price:

Where Purchased:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

■ Proper and Safe Use of Your Oven. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

■ Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

■ Grounding Instructions . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

■ Utensils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

■ Names of Oven Parts and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

■ Turntable Installation . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

■ Charcoal Filter Installation.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

■ Grease Filter Installation . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

OPERATION

■ Control Panel and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

■ Selecting Ventilation Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

■ Setting Clock . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

■ Child Lock-Out . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

■ Kitchen Timer . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

■ Timed Cooking . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

■ Direct Access Cooking . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

■ Optional Settings . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

■ Automatic Defrost By Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

■ Add 30 Seconds . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

■ Quick-On Cooking. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

■ Turntable Setting . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

■ Fan Speed Control . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

■ Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

COOKING GUIDE

■ Cooking Principles and Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

■ Direct Access Cooking . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

■ Appetizers and Snacks . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

■ Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

■ Vegetables. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

■ Meats, Poultry and Fish . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

■ Eggs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

■ Baked Goods and Desserts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

MAINTENANCE

■ Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

■ Questions and Answers. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

■ Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

■ Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

SAFETY SET UP OPERATION

COOKING GUIDE

MAINTENANCE

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SAFETY

PROPER AND SAFE USE OF YOUR OVEN

• The oven must be level.

• The turntable and turntable roller
rest must be in the oven during
cooking.

• Place cookware gently on the
turntable and handle it carefully
to avoid possible breakage.

• Incorrect use of browning dish
may cause the turntable to break.
See page 7.

• When using the Popcorn feature
of this microwave oven, use only
the bag sizes specified in the
instruction manual.

• 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.

• 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.

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

break.

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

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

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

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

• Do not use this microwave oven
for commercial purposes. This
microwave oven is made for
household use only.

• To prevent delayed eruptive
boiling of hot liquids and
beverages or scalding, 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following

:

WARNING -

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

1. Read all instructions before using
the appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific
“PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID
POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE
ENERGY” on page 2.

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:

• Keep the oven door closed

• Turn the oven off, and

• Disconnect the power cord or
shut off power at the fuse or
circuit breaker panel.

Keep in mind the following rules at all
times:

a. Do not overcook food. Carefully

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

b. Do not use the oven cavity for

storage purposes. Do not store
combustible items such as bread,
cookies, paper products, etc.
inside the oven. If lightning strikes
the power line, the oven may turn
on by itself.

c. Remove wire twist-ties and metal

handles from paper or plastic
containers/bags before placing
them in the oven.

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SAFETY

4. This oven must be grounded.
Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. See
“GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS”
on page 6.

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

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, and the like.

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 that meet when door is
closed, use only mild,
nonabrasive soaps or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft
cloth. (See “Care and Cleaning”
instructions on page 32.)

18. Do not mount over a sink.

19. Suitable for use above both gas
and electric cooking equipment.

20. Intended to be used above ranges
with maximum width 36 inches.

21. Clean the underside of the
microwave oven often. Do not
allow grease to build up on the
microwave oven or the fan filters.

22. When flaming foods under the
hood, turn the fan on.

23. Use care when cleaning the vent­hood filter. Corrosive cleaning
agents, such as lye-based oven
cleaners, may damage the filter.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 that has 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.

Do not use an
extension cord. If the
power supply cord is
too short, have a qualified electrician or
serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

NOTE: If your electric power line or outlet voltage
is less than 110 volts, cooking times may be
longer. Have a qualified electrician check your
electrical system.

UTENSILS

See following page for further instructions
"Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be
avoided in microwave oven."

Utensil Test:

1.

Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of
cold water (250 mL) along with the utensil in
question.

2.

Cook on

maximum

power (P100) for 1 minute.

3.

Carefully feel the utensil.
If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for
microwave cooking.

Do not exceed 1 minute testing time.

CAUTION:

1.

Do not use plastic containers for testing.

2.

Some containers and dishware may be warm
(or hot) in only one area. Do not use a
container that becomes warm anywhere.

DANGER

Electric Shock Hazard

•

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

WAR NI NG

Electric Shock Hazard

•

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

Properly polarized and
grounded

Three-pronged
(grounding) plug

CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

•

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

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SAFETY

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Materials to be avoided 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 away from oven walls.

Browning dish Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of

browning dish must be at least

3

/

16

inch 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 bags Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal

tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.

Paper plates and
cups

Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave
oven unattended while cooking.

Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with

supervision for short-term cooking/warming only.

Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent spattering or a wrap for

steaming.

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 to retain

moisture.

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with

metal handle

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

Metal or metal­trimmed utensils

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim

may cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam cups Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside

when exposed to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and

may split or crack.

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SET UP

NAMES OF OVEN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Remove the oven and all materials from the carton.
Your oven comes with the following materials and accessories:

Turntable 1
Turntable roller rest 1
Instruction Manual 1

Installation Instructions 1
Upper cabinet template 1
Wall template 1
Grease filter 2

Damper assembly 1
Hardware package 1

Door

Interior light

Control panel

Door release button

• Press the button to open door.

• When you open the door during the
cooking process, cooking will stop but
the program will not be canceled. Close
the door and touch

START

to resume

cooking.

Safety interlock system

Shuts off oven power if door is
opened during operation

.

Cooktop light

Grease filters

Do not run the fan
without grease filters.

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SET UP

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

1. Place the roller rest on the cavity
bottom.

2. Place the turntable on top of the
roller rest as shown in the
diagram. Make sure the turntable
hub is securely locked in the
receptacle.

• Never place the turntable upside
down. The turntable should never
be restricted.

• Both turntable and roller rest
must always be used during
cooking.

• All food and containers of food
must always be placed on the
turntable for cooking.

• The turntable returns to its
original starting position when
cooking is finished. The light and
fan will remain on but microwave
power is turned off.

• The turntable rotates clockwise
and counterclockwise; this is
normal.

• If turntable or roller rest cracks or
breaks, contact your nearest
authorized service center for
more information regarding
replacement.

CHARCOAL FILTER INSTALLATION

If the microwave oven has been
installed for room venting, the air
vented by the fan will be recirculated
back into the room through a pair of
disposable charcoal filters that help to
remove smoke and odors. If these filters
become excessively dirty or discolored,
they should be replaced. Under normal
conditions, these filters should be
replaced once every 6 to 12 months.

Charcoal Filter Kit

If replacement charcoal filters are not
available from an authorized dealer in
your area, call 1-800-726-9662 for parts
ordering information. (see page 33 for
more details).

1. Disconnect the power supply.

2. Grasp the charcoal filter with both
hands, each one holding an
opposite end of the filter.

3. Insert one end of the filter into the
opening as shown. Insert other end
into the opening and slide toward
the front side of microwave oven
until filter is securely in position.

4. Repeat for other charcoal filter.

GREASE FILTER INSTALLATION

The reusable metal grease filters trap
grease released by food on the
cooktop. They also prevent damage
to the inside of microwave due to
flames from food on the cooktop.

1. Disconnect the power supply.

2. Grasp the grease filter with one
hand holding the ring and the other
hand holding the opposite end.

3. Insert one end of the filter without
ring into the opening and slide
toward the rear of microwave oven.

4. Insert ring end of grease filter into
the opening and slide entire filter
towards the front side of the
microwave oven until filter is
securely in position.

5. Repeat for other grease filter.

Roller rest

Receptacle

Turntable

Hub (underside)

3

1

2

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OPERATION

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

1

2

3

4

5

7

6

11

10

12

9

15

16
8
14

13

Remember:

After connecting supply cord, follow word prompts
for setting proper ventilation direction.
The oven will not operate until ventilation direction is selected.

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OPERATION

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (CONT.)

(1) Display Window

Upper line:

Counts down cooking
time in minutes and/or seconds.
Shows clock time when oven is not
in use. The word prompt scrolls to
guide you when setting the clock
and at every operation stage.

Lower line:

Shows power level
when using Timed Cooking. Shows
Kitchen Timer time when this
feature is selected.

(2) Indicators

Indicators light or flash in the
display window.

1/ 2/ 3:

Lights to indicate current

cooking stage.

DEF:

Lights during Auto Defrost.

LOCK:

Lights to indicate the Child

Lock-Out feature is set.

START:

Flashes to prompt you to

press START.

(3)

Direct Access keypads

(page 15)

CHILLED ENTREE
FROZEN ENTREE
SOUP/BEVERAGE
PIZZA SLICE
POPCORN
POTATO
FRESH VEGETABLE
FROZEN VEGETABLE

MORE/LESS

Adds or reduces cooking time for
Direct Access menu keypads.

(4)

ADD 30 SEC.

(page 18)

(5) AUTO DEFROST

(page 17)
Provides two options. Press once to
set Quick Defrost, twice to set Total
Defrost.

TOTAL DEFROST:

Provides

thorough defrosting results.

QUICK DEFROST:

Provides faster
defrosting results. This option is
excellent for thawing items such as
ground meat for use in spaghetti
sauce or for taco meat.

(6) OPTIONS

(page 16)
Allows you to customize the
following oven feature settings:
word prompt on/off, clock on/off,
beep on/off, word speed, language
selection, weight selection and
turbo exhaust for room venting.

(7) QUICK ON

(page 19)
Used with a number key, this
feature allows for the immediate
start of one of 10 preset times from
30 seconds to 9 minutes.

(8) POWER LEVEL

(page 14)

(9) KITCHEN TIMER

(page 13)

(10) Number keys
(11) CLOCK

(page 12)

(12)

TURNTABLE ON/OFF

(page 20)

To turn turntable on or off.

(13)

FAN

(page 20)

To increase or decrease fan speed.

(14)

LIGHT

(page 20)
To turn the regular light or night
light on and off.

(15) START

•

To start cooking.

•

To set and cancel child lock-out.

(16) STOP/CLEAR

•

Clears all previous settings if
pressed before cooking starts.
Press once to stop oven during
cooking. Press twice to stop and
clear all entries.

Beep Sound

A beep sounds when a keypad is
pressed, to confirm your key
entry.

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SELECTING VENTILATION DIRECTION

After connecting power supply cord, you must select proper ventilation
direction. If your microwave oven has been installed for room venting, press
number 1. If your oven has been installed for roof or wall venting, press
number 2. This is to be sure that exhaust air is vented correctly.

Example:

To set for room ventilation:

Note: •

If you do not select a ventilation direction, you can not use the oven.

•

When you reset the ventilation direction or after a power interruption, unplug
the oven from the AC outlet and plug it in again and then reset the proper
ventilation direction.

SETTING CLOCK

To set the correct time of day, follow the steps below.

Example:

To set 3:15:

Note: •

If the clock (or display) shows any abnormality, unplug the oven from the AC
outlet. Plug it in again and then reset the clock.

•

When your oven is plugged in for the first time or after a power interruption,
reset the clock.

•

This is a 12-hour clock.

•

You can use the oven without setting the clock.

•

The clock display can be turned off. See page 16 (Optional Settings) for more details.

CHILD LOCK-OUT

The oven has a safety feature which prevents use by children. This feature
locks the operation of the oven until canceled.

To set:

To cancel:

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Plug in. Press 1 to select room venting.

2

Press any key except 1 and 2 to
fix the room venting direction.
Example: 3

Press Vent way

1
2

Room Venting

Roof or Wall Venting

1

3

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

CLOCK

.

2

Press

3, 1

and 5 to enter time of

day.

3

Press

CLOCK

.

The clock begins operation.

CLOCK

3

1

5

CLOCK

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

START

and hold for 4 seconds.

LOCK appears in the display.

START

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

START

and hold for 4 seconds.

LOCK disappears from the display.

START

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OPERATION

KITCHEN TIMER

You can set and use the Kitchen Timer function independently, or while
a cooking program is in progress. The Kitchen Timer will be displayed
on the lower line of the display.

Example:

To set timer for 3 minutes:

Note: •

To clear a Kitchen Timer setting, press

STOP/CLEAR

.

If you are using

both Kitchen Timer and cooking, press

KITCHEN TIMER

.

Kitchen Timer

on the lower line of the display flashes for 5 seconds. Press

STOP/CLEAR

while Kitchen Timer on the lower line of display flashes. The Kitchen
Timer will stop but the oven continues cooking to the end.

•

To stop beeps of Kitchen Timer, touch

KITCHEN TIMER

.

•

Kitchen Timer will not beep if the oven beeps at the same time to indicate
another oven operation (the end of a cooking, for example).

•

If you do not enter a time for 10 seconds after step 1, the setting is cleared
with a beep.

•

If cooking completes while you are setting the Kitchen Timer, all settings
are cleared. Restart from step 1.

•

If no key is touched for 5 seconds after the last key entry at step 2 above,
the timer automatically starts.

TIMED COOKING

This basic microwave cooking method allows you to cook food for a desired
time. The oven can be programmed up to 99 minutes 99 seconds. In addition
to the

P100

(maximum) power level, you can select different microwave power

from 10 levels,

P 0

to

P90

(0-90% of total power level).

Multistage Cooking:

You can program oven for 3 cooking stages. Each stage can be programmed
with a different power level and time. To program 2-stage or 3-stage cooking,
repeat Timed Cooking steps 1 and 2 on page 14 and press

START

. The oven

will automatically proceed to the end of cooking stages.

Delay Start Cooking:

You can delay the time when you want cooking to start. Cooking can be
delayed up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds. To delay cooking, follow procedure
for multistage cooking, but for stage1 use power level

P 0

.

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

KITCHEN TIMER

.

2

Press

3, 0

and 0 to set 3 minutes.

(up to 99 minutes 99 seconds)

3

Press

START

.
The timer starts counting and oven will
beep for 7 seconds when time is up.

KITCHEN

TIMER

3

0

0

START

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Example:

To cook at power level P80 for 40 seconds:

Note: •

If no power level is entered, the power level will always be

P100

(100%).

•

Foods with high moisture content should be cooked on

P100

power.

•

To check the power level during cooking, press

POWER LEVEL

.

•

Refer to pages 24 - 29 for Timed Cooking Charts specifically for appetizers
and snacks, rice, vegetables, meats, poultry and fish, eggs, and baked
goods and desserts.

•

To change power level during cooking, Press

POWER LEVEL.

Power level
on the lower line of the display flashes for 3 seconds. During this time,
Press

POWER LEVEL

repeatedly until your desired power appears.

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Enter 40 seconds by pressing 4 and 0.

2

Press

POWER LEVEL

until

P80

appears

in the display.

3

Press

START

.

4 0

Power leve l P res s

P100 (100%) once
P90(90%) twice
P80(80%) 3 times
P70(70%) Medium High 4 times
P60(60%) 5 times
P50(50%) Medium 6 times
P40(40%) 7 times
P30(30%)

Med Low/Defrost

8 times
P20(20%) 9 times
P10(10%) 10 times
P 0 (0%) 11 times

POWER

LEVEL

START

POWER LEVEL SETTING GUIDE

P100

• Cooking poultry, vegetables,
and most casseroles.

• Boiling water.

• Preheating a browning dish.

P50 Medium

• Cooking custards and pasta.

• Cooking rump roast, ham, veal,
lamb.

P90

• Reheating rice and pasta.

P40

• Cooking less tender cuts of meat
in liquid or slow-cooking dishes.

• Completing the cooking cycle of
less tender roasts.

P80

• Reheating precooked or
prepared food quickly.

• Cooking fish.

P30 Med Low/ Defrost

• Completing the cooking cycle of
casseroles, stews, sauces.

• Time defrosting.

P70 Medium High

• Cooking cheese dishes.

P20

• Softening chocolate.

• Clarifying butter.

• Heating breads, rolls, pancakes,
tacos, tortillas, French toast.

P60

• Cooking scrambled eggs.

•Baking cakes.

P1 0

• Softening cream cheese, butter.

• Keeping casseroles warm.

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OPERATION

DIRECT ACCESS COOKING

Direct Access Cooking allows you to reheat or cook food automatically without
entering power level or time. Choose the appropriate keypad and press 1 - 4
times, depending on the serving size or weight, and press

START

.

Example:

To heat 2 servings of soup:

Direct Access Cooking Serving Sizes:

MORE/LESS TIME ADJUSTMENT

The

MORE+/LESS -

keypad allows fine adjustments in Direct Access
microwaving by either increasing or decreasing the preprogrammed cooking
time.
You can change the cooking time by pressing MORE/LESS key once or twice.

To increase the time, press

MORE/LESS

once, and press

START

.

To decrease the time, press

MORE/LESS

twice, and press

START

.

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

SOUP/ BEVERAGE

twice.

2

Press

START

.

The time counts down in the display.

Food Keypad

Press Food Keypad

once twice 3 times 4 times

CHILLED ENTREE

1 serving

(6 oz)

2 servings

(9 oz)

3 servings

(12 oz)

-

FROZEN ENTREE

6 oz 9 oz 15 oz 20 oz

SOUP/BEVERAGE

1 serving

(8 oz)

2 servings

(16 oz)

3 servings

(24 oz)

-

PIZZA SLICE

1 slice

(3 oz)

2 slices

(6 oz)

3 slices

(9 oz)

-

POPCORN

3.5 oz 3.0 oz 1.75 oz -

POTATO

1 potato

(6 oz)

2 potatoes

(12 oz)

3 potatoes

(18 oz)

-

FRESH VEGETABLE

4 oz 8 oz 12 oz -

FROZEN VEGETABLE

5 oz 10 oz 16 oz -

SOUP/

BEVERAGE

START

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OPTIONAL SETTINGS

The

OPTIONS

key allows you to customize oven feature settings as shown

below.

Optional Features

:

Example:

To select Spanish for Word Prompt display:

Note:

When first plugged in, the oven will automatically display English in the

Word Prompt display.

Features Press OPTIONS Press number

Word Prompt on/off

The Word Prompt may be
turned on or off*.

once

1-ON
2-OFF

*Prompt words may be shortened.

Clock on/off

The clock display can be
turned off and back on.

twice

1-ON
2-OFF

Beep on/off

The beep sound may be
turned off and back on.

3 times

1-ON
2-OFF

Word Speed Setting

The word speed can be
changed to your preference.

4 times

1-HIGH
2-MEDIUM (default setting)
3-LOW

Language Selection

You can select from English,
Spanish or French for display.

5 times

1-ENGLISH (default setting)
2-ESPAÑOL
3-FRANÇAIS

Weight Selection

The weight unit can be
change to your preference.

6 times

1-LB (default setting)
2-KG

Turbo Exhaust

To increase air speed of
exhaust fan for room
ventilation. This option only
appears on display when
Room Venting is selected.

7 times

1-YES (Exhaust fan operates at
highest speed.)
2-NO (Exhaust fan speed will
not change.)

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press the

OPTIONS

key 5 times until
language choice prompt appears:
1-ENGLISH
2-ESPANOL
3-

FRANCAIS

2

Press 2 to select Spanish.

OPTIONS

2

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OPERATION

AUTOMATIC DEFROST BY WEIGHT

Automatic Defrost allows you to easily defrost food. Power levels and times are
automatically determined when the food weight is entered.
TOTAL DEFROST: Use for thorough defrosting of larger, dense frozen foods, when it
is important to have the center section defrosted as well as the outside. Ideal for items
such as roasts, whole chicken and steak.
QUICK DEFROST:

Use to assist separation of frozen pieces of chicken or fish that

need preparation prior to cooking.

Excellent for defrosting ground meat for use in

spaghetti sauce or taco meat.

Example:

To thoroughly defrost a 2.5 lb whole chicken:

Defrosting Techniques:

•

Remove freezer paper, plastic wrap or foil wrap. Place food in a microwave-safe
dish.

•

To prevent thin parts and edges from becoming too warm and cooking before
center of food is defrosted, shield with small pieces of aluminum foil.

•

Because some foods will still be icy in the center, it is necessary to have standing
time after defrosting the food in the oven. Food should be taken out of the oven
to complete defrosting. A longer standing time might be required for denser
foods such as roasts.

•

The Total Defrost includes preset standing time.

•

Timed Defrosting

: Use power level

P30

(Medium Low). For most frozen foods,
allow approximately 5 minutes per pound. To speed up the defrosting of dense
foods over 1 lb, you may start on

P100 for 2 minutes.

Then reduce to the power

level

P30

and enter remaining time.

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

AUTO DEFROST

twice to select

Total Defrost course.

2

Enter the weight of food.
Weight must be converted to pounds
and tenths (0.1) of a pound.
Example: 2 lb. 8 oz. = 2.5 lbs

Conversion Chart:

3

Press

START

.
Total defrost time appears in the
display.

Press Defrost course

once

twice

QUICK DEFROST
TOTAL DEFROST

AUTO

DEFROST

2

5

Ounces Tenths of a Pound

1 - 2
3 - 4

5

6 - 7

8

9 - 10

11 - 12

13

14 - 15

0.1

0.2

0.3

0.4

0.5

0.6

0.7

0.8

0.9

START

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Note: •

Maximum weight for defrosting is 5.9 lbs. If weight is entered at more
than 5.9 lbs, a beep sounds to alert you to enter correct weight.

•

The oven selects 1 lb if a weight is not entered.

•

Beep tone sounds 5 times during the defrosting cycle to signal that food
should be rearranged to improve defrosting performance.

The oven

continues the defrosting cycle to the end if you do not open the door.

•

Food can be defrosted in a styrofoam package.

DEFROSTING CHART

ADD 30 SECONDS

This feature provides 2 functions:

•

Allows you to cook for only 30 seconds on P100 (maximum power).

•

Allows you to extend a cooking time by 30 seconds without pressing

START

.

You can repeat this option up to 3 times during Timed Cooking.

Example:

To set 30-second cooking:

Note:

This feature cannot be used during Direct Access Cooking or Auto

Defrost by weight.

Item During Defrosting

Ground Meat (Beef, Poultry) Turn over. Remove defrosted portions.
Steaks/Chops/Ribs/Roasts/Whole

Chicken/Meat Pieces such as
Chicken Pieces, Liver, Stew
Meat, Bacon, Fish or Seafood

Turn over and rearrange. Shield warm or
defrosted portions with small pieces of
aluminum foil. Break apart pieces and remove
any meat or fish that is almost thawed.
Some ice crystals should remain. Rinse
chicken pieces, Cornish hens and fish fillets in
cold water to separate after defrosting.

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

ADD 30 SEC.

once.

2

Press

START

.
The display shows time countdown.

ADD

30 SEC.

START

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OPERATION

QUICK-ON COOKING

A time-saving feature, this simplified control lets you quickly set and
start microwave cooking without pressing

START

.

Example:

To set Quick-On cooking for 2 minutes:

Note:

This feature only cooks at highest power level (P100).

QUICK-ON REHEATING AND COOKING CHART

Step Procedure Keypad

1

Press

QUICK ON

.

2

Press 2.
The display shows time counting
down.

QUICK

ON

Press Cooking time

0

1 - 9

30 seconds

1 - 9 minutes

2

Reheating Amount Time Special Notes

Meat

Chili, stews

2 cups 3 - 4 min. Place in microwave-safe dish.

Cover. Stir halfway through
cooking time.

Hamburgers,
meat loaf slices

1 serving
2 servings

1

/

2

- 1 min.

1 - 2 min.

Place on microwave-safe plate.
Cover with paper towel.
Turn over once.

Poultry

Chicken pieces24

1 - 2 min.
2 - 3 min.

Heat on microwave-safe plate.
Cover with wax paper. If fried,
cover with paper towel.

Chicken, turkey,
sliced

3 - 5 oz 1 - 2 min. Heat on microwave-safe plate.

Cover with wax paper.

Seafood

Shrimp, crab, or
scallops in
sauce, frozen

6

1

/2

oz 3 - 5 min. Pierce pouch and place on

microwave-safe plate.
Flex pouch to mix halfway
through cooking time.

Cooked rice,
pasta

1 cup (250 mL)
2 cups (500 mL)

1 - 2 min.
2 - 3 min.

Heat in microwave-safe
casserole, covered with plastic
wrap.

Canned
vegetable

8 oz
15 oz

1 - 2 min
2 - 3 min.

Use microwave-safe casserole,
covered. Stir once.

Cooking Amount Time Special Notes

Mashed
potatoes

instant

4 servings 3 - 5 min. Follow package directions.

Reduce liquid by 1 tbsp (15 mL).

Pudding and
pie filling mix

3

1

/4 oz 4 - 6 min. Follow package directions.

Stir once.

Cereals

Cream of wheat
(regular)

1

/

4

cup (50 mL) 1 - 2 min.

Add

3

/

4

cup (175 mL) of water.
Cook uncovered. Stir once. Let
stand for 1 minute.

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TURNTABLE SETTING

The turntable plays an important part in even heat distribution in your
microwave oven. The turntable, however, may be turned off to accommodate
large dishes. Press

TURNTABLE ON/OFF

once to set turntable off and twice to

set turntable back on. It is better to keep turntable on for optimum results.

Note: •

Even if you change turntable setting to off mode, your turntable will turn
back ON when cooking is over.

•

This feature can only be set with Timed Cooking. You cannot turn off the
turntable when using Direct Access Cooking or Auto Defrost by weight.

•

The turntable will not return to its original starting position when cooking
is finished if set to the TURNTABLE OFF mode.

•

When your turntable is selected to off mode, rotate or rearrange the dish
halfway through cooking for best results.

FAN SPEED CONTROL

This feature allows you to vent air from around the cooktop. Press once to set
HIGH speed, twice to set LOW speed or 3 times to turn the fan off.

Automatic Fan:

When the oven senses too much heat rising from the cooktop below it, the fan
automatically turns on at

LOW

speed to protect the microwave oven. The fan
automatically turns off when the internal parts are cool and back to a safe level.
When the fan is in automatic operation,

*

flashes in the display.

LIGHT

There are two light settings: regular and night light.

Note: •

The light turns off automatically after 3 hours.

Press Turntable setting

once
twice

OFF

ON

Press Fan speed

once
twice

3 times

HIGH

LOW

OFF

Press Cooktop Light

once
twice

3 times

Regular Light

Night Light

OFF

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COOKING GUIDE

COOKING GUIDE

COOKING PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES

The advantages of microwave
cooking are speed and efficiency. For
warming, heating, and defrosting,
nothing compares. Here are a few tips
that will make microwaving easier
and more enjoyable.

Microwave Cooking Principles

Because microwave cooking requires
only one-quarter to one-third the time
of conventional cooking, the same
cooking principles become even
more important.

Quantity

In microwave cooking, the cooking
time is dependent on the amount of
food in the oven. If you double the
recipe, plan on doubling the cooking
time.

Density

Dense foods, such as potatoes, need
more cooking time as they take
longer for microwave energy to
penetrate and the heat to conduct
through them.

Shape and Size

Cut food into uniform shapes and
sizes for even cooking in the
microwave. When cooking irregular
shapes (such as chicken pieces), place
the thicker parts to the outer edge of
the dish.

Moisture, Sugar and Fat

Food high in moisture, sugar or fat
cook faster. Add a minimum of liquid
to moisten foods.
Excessive amounts of water slow
cooking.

Starting Temperature

Frozen or refrigerated foods take
longer to microwave than food at
room temperature.

Delicate Ingredients

Delicate foods such as eggs, cheese,
mayonnaise, etc., cook very quickly,
and should be watched carefully.

Microwave Cooking Techniques

Arranging:

Arrange food in a circular
pattern, with denser, thicker items at the
edge of the dish.

Piercing:

Pierce the membrane of foods
such as eggs, oysters, snails, sausages,
livers, clams and whole vegetables, so
they do not burst.

Reheating:

Cooked food reheat
extremely well by using a low level of
microwave energy. Place denser foods
near the outer edge of the dish when
reheating.

Covering:

Most foods will cook and
reheat better when covered. Pierce
plastic wrap to vent steam.

Stirring :

Stir foods to help cook/reheat

more quickly and evenly.

Turning Over:

To prom ote even cooking,
turn larger solid items such as roasts or
baked potatoes over halfway through
the cooking time.

Shielding:

Use small, smooth strips of
aluminum foil to prevent corners, thin
or bony areas from overcooking.

Standing Time:

Foods continue cooking
even after removal from the oven.
Standing time is necessary to allow
foods to complete cooking/defrosting.

Converting Recipes

Microwave recipes will likely call for
less liquid and cooking time.

Microwave Thermometers

For best results, a microwave-safe
thermometer can be carefully and
properly inserted into the food. The
guide below gives suggested
thermometer readings for meat and
poultry. Keep in mind that standing
time is essential for most food to
reach its proper serving temperature.

Guide to Internal Temperatures

140°F (60°C) . Rare beef
150°F (66°C) . Vegetables, hot drinks,

soups, casseroles

160°F (71°C) . Medium beef, lamb,

veal
165°F (74°C) . Well-done beef, lamb
170°F (77°C) . Whole fish
185°F (85°C) . Well-done pork,

poultry pieces or

roasted bird

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DIRECT ACCESS COOKING

COOKING/REHEATING TIPS

FROZEN ENTREE

•

For "crisping" special packaged
frozen foods such as pizzas, French
fries and pocket sandwiches. They
should be cooked according to
manufacturer’s directions.

•

If entrée contains a sauce that may
bubble over (such as pot pies or
macaroni and cheese), place
container on a microwave-safe
plate to catch spills.

SOUP/BEVERAGE

•

When cooking canned soups,
remove soup from can and place in
a microwave-safe dish. Add milk or
water as directed on can. Cover.

POPCORN

•

Do not use this feature if popcorn
bag size is not 3.5 oz, 3.0 oz or

1.75 oz.

•

Do not leave the oven unattended
when popping popcorn.

•

Supervise children closely.

Caution:

1) Pop only one bag at a time.

2) Do not reheat unpopped kernels or
reuse bag. Overcooking can result
in an oven fire.

3) Never use a brown paper bag for
popping corn.

4) After popping, open bag carefully as
popcorn and steam are extremely
hot.

POTATO

•

Arrange multiple potatoes in a
circular pattern with heavier ends
pointing toward the outer edge of
the turntable.

•

Do not place potato in the center of
oven when cooking.

FRESH VEGETABLE

•

Place in a bowl or dish. Add
1 tablespoon water per serving.
Cover.

•

Weight shown is for washed,
prepared vegetables.

FROZEN VEGETABLE

• Frozen vegetables in a pouch

:
Remove frozen vegetables from
package and place them in a
microwave-safe casserole or dish.

Direct Access Cooking/Reheating Guide

Item/ Amount Press keypad Special Notes

Starting

Te m p .

Casserole/entree,
lasagna,
macaroni and
cheese or other
similar types.

CHILLED

ENTREE

(1 - 3 servings)

Cover with plastic wrap or
casserole lid. Stir after reheating.
Foods that cannot be stirred (Ex.
lasagna) should be allowed to
stand covered for a few minutes
after reheating.

Refridge.
Plate of food,
pasta in sauce,
meatloaf dinner,
turkey dinner or
other similar
types.

Arrange less dense foods in the
center of plate. To reheat 2 to 3
servings, place on large plate.
Cover with plastic wrap. Allow to
stand covered for a few minutes
after reheating.

Frozen entrees,
such as lasagna,
macaroni and
cheese or other
similar types.

FROZEN
ENTREE

(6, 9, 15, 20 oz)

Follow package directions for
removing or venting cover,
piercing pouch, replacing foil,
covering with plastic wrap, etc.

Frozen

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COOKING GUIDE

Coffee/Tea
1 serving (8 oz)

SOUP/

BEVERAGE

(1 - 3 servings)

No cover. Stir after reheating.

Room/

Refridge.

Soup
1 serving (8 oz)

Cover. Stir after reheating.

Milk
1 serving (8 oz)

No cover. Stir after reheating.
For hot chocolate, etc.

Cooked pizza
1 slice (3 oz)

PIZZA SLICE

(1 - 3 slices)

Place on paper towel or paper
plate or leave in uncovered
cardboard box, point toward
center.

CAUTION:

Be careful when eating
pizza. The pizza surface and sauce
can be very hot.

Room/
Refridge.

Popcorn

POPCORN

(3.5 oz,

3.0 oz,

1.75 oz)

Unfold the bag and place in oven
according to directions.

Room

Potatoes,
white, baking
1 potato (6 oz)

POTATO

(1 - 3 potatoes)

Pierce skin with fork. Place on a
paper towel. Turn over halfway
through cooking.
Let stand 3 -5 minutes after
cooking.

Room

Artichokes,
beans, broccoli,
Brussel sprouts,
cabbage, carrots,
corn, cauliflower,
eggplant,
mushrooms,
onion, okra, peas,
spinach, squash,
zucchini, or a
mixture of these.

FRESH

VEGETABLE

(4, 8, 12 oz)

Wash. Prepare and cut into slices,
cubes, wedges, or julienne strips.
Place in a microwave-safe bowl
or dish.
Add 1 tablespoon water per
serving.
Cover.

Room/
Refridge.

Broccoli, Brussels
sprouts, carrots,
corn, cauliflower,
green beans,
peas, spinach, or
a mixture of
these.

FROZEN

VEGETABLE

(5, 10, 16 oz)

Follow package directions for
adding water, piercing pouch,
cooking in a dish, venting
package, etc.

Frozen

Item/ Amount Press keypad Special Notes

Starting

Te m p .

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TIMED COOKING - APPETIZERS AND SNACKS

Reheating Guide - Convenient Appetizers and Snacks

Cook on P100 power.

TIMED COOKING - RICE

Cooking Guide - Rice

Use a 3-quart (3 L) microwave-safe casserole dish. Heat water 4 to 7 minutes to boil.
Add rice, salt and butter or margarine. Cover tightly. Set cooking time and power
level according to chart. Let stand for 5 minutes after cooking.

Item

Reheating Time

Special Notes

Bagel dogs
Frozen: 1
Room temp: 1

1

1

/2 min.

1 min.

Place on paper towel.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Corn dogs
Frozen: 1

1 min.

Remove from wrapper and wrap in paper
towel. Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Burritos
Frozen: 1
Room temp: 1

2 min.
1 min.

Place on paper plate or microwave-safe
dish. Turn over halfway through cooking.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Ta q ui t o s
Frozen: 3

6

1 min.
2 min.

Place on microwave-safe plate.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Mini pizza, pocket
snacks
Frozen: 6

1 min.

Place in a circle on microwave-safe plate.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Mini egg rolls
Frozen: 6

12

1 min.
2 min.

Place egg rolls in circle on paper towel.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Chicken or turkey
nuggets
Frozen: 3

6

1 min.
2 min.

Remove nuggets from bag and place on
paper towel. Let stand for 1 minute after
heating.

Meatballs
Frozen: 6

10

1 min.
2 min.

Use microwave-safe plate lined with paper
towels. Place meatballs in circle.
Let stand for 1 minute after heating.

Nacho cheese
sauce
Room temp:
16 oz.

1 min.

Place sauce in microwave-safe dish.
Stir halfway through heating and after
heating.

CAUTION:

Sauce may be very hot after

heating.

Rice Water Power Cooking Time

Long Grain,
1 cup (250 mL)

1

3

/4 cups (425 mL)

P30 20 - 25 min.

Short Grain,
1 cup (250 mL)

1

1

/2 cups (375 mL)

P30 22 - 27 min.

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COOKING GUIDE

TIMED COOKING - VEGETABLES

Fresh Vegetables

Spread out cut vegetables in a
shallow microwave-safe dish. Add
water as recommended in chart. If
desired, add salt to water or salt after
cooking. Cook covered. Whole
vegetables such as potatoes, squash
or eggplant should be pierced and
arranged in a circular pattern with
heavier ends pointing towards the
outer edge of dish.

Halfway
through
cooking, stir,
rearrange
and/or turn
vegetables
over. Let
stand,
covered. Whole vegetables should
stand 10 minutes and cut vegetables 5
minutes.

Fresh Vegetable Cooking Chart

Cook on P100 power. All weights in this chart are weights after peeling and
trimming.

Vegetable Amount Water

Approx.

Cooking Time

Asparagus, spears 1 lb (450 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 3 - 4 min.

Beans, green or wax, cut in
pieces

1 lb (450 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.

Broccoli, cut in pieces 1 lb (450 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.

Brussels sprouts 10 oz. (280 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.

Cabbage shredded 1 lb (450 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 6 min.

Carrots, sliced or diced 1 lb (450 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 5 - 7 min.

Cauliflower, chopped 1 medium

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 3 - 5 min.

Corn on the cob 1 ear

2 ears
4 ears

none
none
none

2 - 5 min.
5 - 8 min.

10 - 13 min .

Mushrooms, sliced

1

/2 lb (230 g) 2 tbsp (30 mL) 2 - 4 min.

Peas, green, shelled 1 lb (450 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.

Potatoes, white, baking,
6 - 8 oz. (170 - 230 g) each.
Pierce skin.

1
2
4

none
none
none

3

1

/2 - 6 min.

6 - 8 min.

8 - 11 min.

Potatoes, red, boiling 3

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 7 - 9 min.

Spinach, leaf 1 lb (450 g) none 3 - 5 min.

Squash, pierce with fork 1

1

/2 lb (680 g) none 7 - 9 min.

Zucchini, sliced 1 lb (450 g)

1

/4 cup (50 mL) 5 - 7 min.

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TIMED COOKING - MEATS, POULTRY AND FISH

PREPARATION

•

Use a microwave-safe dish.

•

Defrost frozen food completely.

•

Wash poultry and fish in cool
water.

•

Arrange small items in a single
layer in dish, avoid overlapping
edges of food.

•

Place thick sections toward edge of
the dish.

•

Use a rack in the dish to elevate
meat out of the juices.

•

Use spices, seasonings as desired.

•

Add salt after cooking if necessary.

•

Aluminum foil can be used to
cover thin parts of meat or poultry
wings and legs to prevent
overcooking.

•

Foil should be applied toward the
end of cooking time.

•

Place meat fat side down.

COOKING

•

Use wax paper or plastic wrap to
stop splattering.

•

Turn over or rearrange meat,
poultry and fish halfway through
cooking time.

CHECKING DONENESS

Beef:

The color inside meat indicates
doneness. Rare roast should be red
inside. Medium is pink and gray
indicates well done.

Pork:

Cooked pork meat should be
gray with clear juice.

Poultry:

Juices should be clear yellow
when cooked. Legs should move
freely.

Fish and Seafood:

Should be opaque

in color and flake easily.

To check internal temperature of
various meats and poultry, use a
microwave or conventional meat
thermometer after removing meat
from the oven. Insert the
thermometer avoiding bone or fat.
Lower temperatures are found in the
center of the roast or in the muscle
close to a large bone.

Never use a
conventional meat thermometer in
the microwave oven.

Return undercooked food to oven for
a short period of time at the
recommended power level. Let stand
as recommended in chart. Cover
roasts and whole poultry during
stand time.

Food Power

Cooking

Time

Standing

Time

Special Notes

Beef

4 oz each
Hamburgers,
refrigerated 2

4

Hamburgers, frozen

2
4

P100
P100

P100
P100

2 - 4 min.
4 - 6 min.

4 - 6 min.
7 - 9 min.

2 min.
2 min.

3 min.
3 min.

Place in a shallow dish
and cover loosely with
wax paper. Turn over
halfway through
cooking.

Defrost frozen patties
just enough to easily
separated. Turn over
halfway through
cooking.

Roasts, tender
1 lb P50 10 - 13 min. 10 - 15 min.

Cover with wax paper.
Shield halfway through
cooking and turn roast
over if necessary. Stand
tented with foil.

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COOKING GUIDE

*Check with conventional thermometer.

Food Power

Cooking

Time

Standing

Time

Special Notes

Beef

Meat loaf, 1

1

/2 lb P50

15 - 20 min.

5 min.

Arrange in loaf dish.
Cover with wax paper.

Pork

Chops, loin

1

/2 inch

thick, 7 oz each 1

2
4

P100
P100
P100

3 - 5 min.
6 - 8 min.

9 - 11 min.

2 min.
3 min.
3 min.

Place in a shallow dish.
Cover loosely with wax
paper.
Turn over halfway
through cooking.

Pork roast,
1 lb P50

12 - 15 min.

10 - 15 min.

Cover with wax paper.
Shield halfway through
cooking and turn roast
over if necessary.
Approx. temp. after
standing: 170°F to
175°F (77°C to 79°C)*

Ham, slice 1 inch
thick, 1 lb P100 7 - 9 min. 5 min.

Cover with wax paper.
Turn over halfway
through cooking.

Sausage links,
Wieners, fresh
1 - 2 oz each 24P100

P100

1

/2 - 2 min.

1 - 3 min.

1 min.
1 min.

Score or pierce before
cooking.
Cover with wax paper.
Turn over once.

Bacon, slices

24P100

P100

1

1

/2 - 2 min.

2

1

/2 - 4 min.

1 min.
1 min.

Cook on bacon rack and
cover with a paper
towel, or place bacon
between two sheets of
paper towel on dish. Do
not turn bacon over.

Lamb

Chops, shoulder

1

/2 inch thick 12P100

P100

2 - 4 min.
4 - 6 min.

2 min.
5 min.

Cover loosely with wax
paper.

Poultry

Chickens, whole,
up to 4 lb

1 lb

Cornish hens

1 lb

P100

P100

6 - 9 min.

5 - 8 min.

10 min.

10 min.

Place breast-side down
on a roasting rack in a
dish. Cover with plastic
wrap or wax paper.
Turn over halfway
through cooking. Stand
tented with foil. When
cooked, internal
temperature should be
185°F (85°C) and juices
should run clear.

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TIMED COOKING - EGGS

SCRAMBLED EGGS

Break eggs into a microwave-safe
glass measure.
Add 1 tablespoon milk and
1 teaspoon butter for each egg.
Beat with a fork.
Cook at

Power Level P60

according to
time in the chart. Stir at least once
during cooking time.
Stir after cooking, and let stand for
1 minute.

POACHED EGGS

Use 6-ounce (170 mL) microwave­safe custard cup with

1

/4 cup (50 mL)
water for 1 to 3 eggs.
Use 1-quart (1 L) microwave-safe dish
with 1 cup (250 mL) water for 4 eggs.
Heat at

P100

POWER to bring water to

a boil with

1

/8 teaspoon salt and up to

1

/4 teaspoon vinegar. Break egg
carefully into hot water.
Pierce egg several times lightly with
toothpick.
Cover with wax paper.
Cook at

Power Level P50

according to
time in the chart. Let stand, covered,
1 minute before serving.

Food Power

Cooking

Time

Standing

Time

Special Notes

Poultry

Chicken pieces,
up to 2 lb

1 lb

P100 5 - 8 min. 5 min.

Arrange skin-side up
in a baking dish.
Halfway through
cooking, place meatier
portions toward edge
of dish. Cover with
plastic wrap or lid.

Fish and Seafood

Fish fillets,

3

/4 lb
Fish steaks 2, 6 oz each
Scallops 1 lb
Shrimp, medium size,

shelled and cleaned,
1 lb

Whole fish,

stuffed or unstuffed,
1

1

/2 to 13/4 lb

P100

P50
P70
P70

P100

4 - 6 min.
6 - 9 min.
4 - 7 min.
4 - 7 min.

7 - 10 min.

3 min.
5 min.
3 min.
3 min.

5 min.

Arrange in a single
layer in dish.
Cover with wax paper.
Rearrange or stir
shrimp or scallops
halfway through
cooking.

Eggs Cooking Time

1

3

/4 - 11/2 min.

21

1

/2 - 21/2 min.

32

1

/4 - 4 min.

43

1

/4 - 5 min.

Eggs Cooking Time

1

3

/4 - 11/2 min.

21

1

/2 - 3 min.

32 - 3

1

/2 min.

43 - 5 min.

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COOKING GUIDE

TIMED COOKING - BAKED GOODS AND DESSERTS

Converting Recipes

When adapting quick bread recipes,
you will find it necessary to reduce
the amount of leavening (baking
powder or soda) by about one­quarter the normal amount. A bitter
aftertaste is apparent if too much
leavening is used in biscuits or
muffins. Since food rises higher in the
microwave oven, you will not see a
loss in volume from the reduction of
soda or baking powder.

If a recipe contains buttermilk or sour
cream, do not change the amount of
soda, since it serves to counteract the
sour taste and does not act only as a
leavening agent.

When using a mix where leavening
cannot be reduced, allow the dough
to stand about 10 minutes before
cooking in order for some of the gas
to escape.

Breads and rolls should be reheated
only until they are warm to the touch.
Overheating or overcooking makes
bread tough and rubbery.

Cooking/Reheating Guide

Item Power

Cooking

Time

Special Notes

French bread,
Frozen: 1 lb
Room temp: 1 lb

P80
P80

1 - 2 min.

20 - 30 sec.

Place on paper plate or
paper towel.

Whole coffee cake,
Frozen: 10 - 13 oz
Room temp: 10 - 13 oz

P80
P80

1 - 2 min.

1

/2 - 1 min.

Place on paper plate or
paper towel. Let stand for
5 - 10 minutes before
serving.

Butter cake
21/4 cups (550 mL) batter

1st stage
2nd stage

P50

P100

5 - 7 min.
1 - 2 min.

Place on inverted pie
plate.

Brownies
2 cups (500 mL) batter P50 8 - 11 min.

Cover with wax paper.
Place on inverted pie
plate.

Muffins,1/4 cup (50 mL)
batter each 2

6

P70
P70

1 - 11/2 min

.

3 - 4 min.

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MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check your problem by using the chart below and try the solutions for each
problem. If the microwave oven still does not work properly, contact the
nearest authorized service center.

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY

Oven will not start.

•

Electrical cord for oven is
not plugged in.

•

Door is open.

•

The oven will not run.

•

A fus e in yo ur h om e may be
blown.

•

The circuit breaker tripped.

•

Plug is not inserted into wall
outlet properly.

•

Plug into the outlet.

•

Close the door and try
again.

•

You did not press
START.

•

Replace fuse or contact a
qualified electrician.

•

Reset circuit breaker.

•

Fully insert the 3-prong
plug into wall outlet.

Arcing or sparking.

•

Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven such as
metal or foil are used.

•

The oven is operated when
empty.

•

Spilled food remains in the
cavity.

•

Check materials and
utensils you can use in
microwave oven.
(page 7)

•

Do not operate with oven
empty.

•

Clean cavity with wet
towel.

Food is not cooked,
defrosted enough or
overcooked.

•

Materials to be avoided in
microwave oven are used.

•

Oven ventilation ports are
restricted.

•

The cooking time or power
level is not at recommended
setting.

•

Food is not turned or stirred.

•

Use microwave-safe
cookware only. (page 7)

•

Check to see that oven
ventilation ports are not
restricted.

•

Check the chart.
(page 14)

•

Turn or stir food.

LOCK appears on
display.

•

The control is locked.

•

Press START and hold
for 4 seconds to unlock
control panel. (page 12)

The oven is not
cooking even though
the display shows
time counting down.

•

You may be using Kitchen
Timer.

•

Press STOP/CLEAR to
cancel the Kitchen Timer.

The turntable will not
rotate.

•

You have turned the
turntable off.

•

The turntable is not correctly
in place.

•

Set TURNTABLE ON/OFF
key to on. (page 20)

•

Check that the turntable
is correctly placed on the
receptacle. See turntable
installation on page 9.

You do not hear any
tone when keypad is
pressed or end-of­cooking sound.

•

You have turned off beep
sound.

•

Reset the setting to beep
sound on. See the
optional settings on
page 16.

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MAINTENANCE

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q.

When the microwave oven is plugged into a wall outlet for the first time, it
does not work properly. What is wrong?

A.

The microcomputer used in the microwave oven control may temporarily
become scrambled and fail to function as programmed. Unplug the oven
from the wall outlet and then plug it back in again. The microcomputer
should then automatically reset for proper functioning.

Q.

Why is there noise coming from the turntable when the microwave oven is
turned on?

A.

This noise occurs when the turntable roller rest and cavity bottom are dirty.
Clean the turntable roller rest and cavity bottom. Frequent cleaning of
these parts should eliminate or reduce the noise.

Q.

Why is there noise coming from the microwave oven when reducing
power?

A.

When cooking with a power other than P100, the oven cycles on and off to
obtain the lower power level. The clicking noise can be heard when the
oven cycles on and off. This is normal.

Q.

Why is there steam coming out of the air exhaust vent?

A.

Steam is produced during cooking. The microwave oven has been made to
vent this steam out of the air exhaust vent.

Q.

What is wrong when the microwave oven interior light will not glow?

A.

There may be several reasons why the interior light will not glow. The light
bulb may have burned out or

START

may have not been pressed. Replace

the light bulb or press

START

. Never replace the light bulb by yourself.

Contact an Authorized Sanyo Service Center.

Q.

Why do eggs sometimes pop?

A.

The egg yolk may pop because of steam build-up inside the membrane.
Pierce the membrane with a toothpick before cooking it.

Never microwave

eggs in the shell since they may explode.

Q.

How are boil-overs avoided?

A.

Use a larger utensil than usual for cooking. If you open the microwave oven
door or touch

STOP/CLEAR

, the food will stop boiling.

Q.

Why does the beep tone sound when a pad on the control panel is pressed?

A.

The beep tone sounds to assure that the setting is being properly entered.
However, you can turn off the beep tone. See optional settings on page 16.

Q.

Why does the exhaust fan start when the FAN keypad is not pressed?

A.

High temperature air from the heating surface below microwave oven can
cause an overheating condition that may damage the oven. The exhaust
fan will start automatically to cool off the microwave oven and prevent
damage to it.

Q.

How can you be sure your microwave oven is turned off when the exhaust
fan is operating?

A.

When you are operating the microwave, the sound of the exhaust fan may
be louder than the microwave itself. This could possibly prevent you from
knowing for sure if the microwave oven is turned off. The microwave oven
is designed to automatically turn off when door is open.
If for some reason you are not sure the microwave oven is turned off, turn
the exhaust fan off to eliminate the sound and check to see if the
microwave oven is operating. If you are still not satisfied, have the
microwave oven checked.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Wipe the microwave oven inside and
outside with a soft cloth and a mild
detergent solution. Then rinse and
wipe dry. This should be done on a
weekly basis, more often if needed.
Never use cleaning powders or rough
pads. Excessive oil splatters on the
top of teh interior cavity will be
difficult to remove if left for many
days. Wipe splatters with a wet paper
towel, especially after cooking
chicken or bacon.

Stubborn messes:

Boil a cup of water
in the oven for 2 minutes. Steam will
soften the mess. To get rid of odors
inside the oven, boil a cup of water
with some lemon juice in it.

REMOVABLE PARTS

The following parts may be removed
as described. They should be washed
in warm (not hot) water with a mild
detergent and a soft cloth. Once they
are clean, rinse them well and dry
with a soft cloth. Never use cleaning
powders, steel wool or rough pads.

• The turntable may be cleaned in
the sink. Be careful not to chip or
scratch the edges as this may
cause the turntable to break
during use.

• The turntable roller rest should be
cleaned regularly.

• The metal grease filters should be
cleaned once a month or as
needed. Soak grease filters in hot
water and a mild detergent. Scrub
to remove embedded dirt and
grease. Rinse well and shake to
dry. Do not use ammonia,
corrosive cleaning agents such as
lye-based oven cleaner, or place
in a dishwasher. The filter will
turn black or could be damaged.

SPECIAL CARE

For best performance and safety, the
inner door panel and the oven front
frame should be free of food or
grease buildup. Wipe them often with
a mild detergent. Then rinse and wipe
dry. Never use cleaning powders or
rough pads.
After cleaning the control panel, press

STOP/CLEAR

to clear any entries that
might have been entered accidentally
while cleaning the panel.

COOKTOP LIGHT replacement

When cooktop light does not light, it
may be time to replace the bulb.
Follow instructions below for
replacement.

1. Disconnect the power.

2. Remove the screw and carefully

remove the cover.

3. Replace with a 40-watt

incandescent lamp (617-222-2011)
available from an authorized
Sanyo Service Center (see page

33).

4. Replace the cover and put the

screw back in.

5. Plug in oven or reconnect power.

Caution:

Be sure the power is disconnected at
the house circuit breaker or unplug
the power supply cord.
When light is damaged, contact an
Authorized Sanyo Service Center.

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MAINTENANCE

SANYO MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY

OBLIGATIONS

In order to obtain warranty service, the product must be delivered to and
picked up from an Authorized Sanyo Factory Service Center at the user’s
expense, unless specifically stated otherwise in this warranty. The names and
addresses of Authorized Sanyo Service Centers may be obtained by calling the
toll-free number listed below.

THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY ON SANYO PRODUCTS PURCHASED OR
RENTED AND USED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, EXCLUDING ALL
U.S. TERRITORIES AND PROTECTORATES.

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL USER, AND DOES
NOT APPLY TO PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY INDUSTRIAL, PROFESSIONAL OR
COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. THE ORIGINAL DATED BILL OF SALE, SALES SLIP
OR RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE AUTHORIZED
SANYO SERVICE CENTER AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED.

Subject to the OBLIGATIONS above and EXCLUSIONS on next page, SANYO
FISHER COMPANY (SFC) warrants this Sanyo product against defects in
materials and workmanship for the periods of LABOR and PARTS specified
below. SFC will repair or replace (at its option) the product and any of its parts
which fail to conform to this warranty. The warranty period commences on the
date the product was first purchased or rented at retail.

For product operation, authorized service center referral,

service assistance or problem resolution, call

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 1 - 800 - 421 - 5013

Weekdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time

For accessories and/or parts not available from an authorized dealer, call

PARTS ORDER INFORMATION 1 - 800 - 726 - 9662

Weekdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time

LABOR PARTS MAGNETRON TUBE

(Part only)

SERVICE

1 YEAR 1 YEAR 5 YEARS IN HOME

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SANYO MICROWAVE OVEN LIMITED WARRANTY (CONT.)

EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not cover (A) the adjustment of customer-operated
controls as explained in the appropriate model’s instruction manual, or
(B) the repair of any product whose serial number has been altered,
defaced or removed.
This warranty shall not apply to the temperature probe, turntable, lights,
filters, shelf, stirrer cover and any damage initiated by spark fires
caused by using anything metal inside the oven, except those
accessories approved by SFC.
This warranty does not apply to uncrating, setup, installation, removal
of product for repair, or reinstallation of the product after repair.
This warranty does not apply to repairs or replacements necessitated by
any cause beyond the control of SFC including, but not limited to, any
malfunction, defect or failure caused by or resulting from unauthorized
service or parts, improper maintenance, operation contrary to furnished
instructions, shipping or transit accidents, modification or repair by the
user, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect line voltage, fire, flood
or other Acts of God, or normal wear and tear.
The foregoing is in lieu of all other expressed warranties and SFC does
not assume or authorize any party to assume for it any other obligation
or liability.

THE DURATION OF ANY WARRANTIES WHICH MAY BE IMPLIED BY
LAW (INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS) IS LIMITED TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT
SHALL SFC BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF
THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS
OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY DUE TO CAUSES BEYOND ITS
CONTROL. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

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0

QUICK REFERENCE

SELECT VENTILATION DIRECTION

1. Plug in.

2. Press number 1 or 2 to select
direction.

DIRECT ACCESS COOKING

1. Pr e ss

CHILLED ENTREE,
FROZEN ENTREE,
SOUP/BEVERAGE,
PIZZA SLICE,
POPCORN,
POTATO,
FRESH VEGETABLE

or

FROZEN VEGETABLE,

1 - 4 times until desired food weight
or number of servings appears.

2. If desired, press

MORE/LESS

once or
twice to increase or decrease cooking
time.

3. Press

START.

CHILD LOCK-OUT

To s e t:

1. Press and hold

START

for

4 seconds. Indicator LOCK lights.

To cancel:

1. Press and hold

START

for
4 seconds. Indicator LOCK
disappears.

QUICK-ON COOKING
(HI-power only)

1. Pr e s s

QUICK-ON

.

2. Press a number (0-9) for cooking
time.

NOTE: To set Quick-On Cooking for 30
seconds, press

QUICK-ON

and

0.

TIMED COOKING

1. Press numbers for cooking time (in
minutes and seconds).

2. Press

POWER LEVEL

until desired
power level (P100 - P 0) appears in
the display.

3. Press

START.

AUTO DEFROST

1. Press

AUTO DEFROST

once or twice
to select QUICK DEFROST or TOTAL
DEFROST.

2. Enter the weight of food in pounds.

3. Press

START

.

4. At pause, rearrange food.

5. Press

START

to resume.

NOTE: If you do not open the door at the
pause, the microwave oven continues
to complete the defrosting.

CLOCK

1. Press

CLOCK

.

2. Press numbers to set time.

3. Press

CLOCK.

KITCHEN TIMER

1. Press

KITCHEN TIMER

.

2. Press numbers for desired time.

3. Press

START

.

ADD 30 SECONDS

1. Press

ADD 30 SEC

.

2. Press

START.

NOTE: If you use

ADD 30 SEC.

while

cooking, you do not need to press

START

. The microwave oven allows

you to use

ADD 30 SEC.

up to 3 times

while oven is in operation.

OPTIONAL SETTINGS

Allows you to customize the following
oven features:

1. Press

OPTIONS

to select:
once Word Prompt on/off
twice Clock on/off
3 times Beep on/off
4 times Word speed setting
5 times Language selection
6 times Weight selection
7 times Turbo Exhaust for room

vent

2. Press a number (1 - 3) to select your
desired setting.

NOTE:

Turbo Exhaust feature only
appears when room ventilation
direction is selected.

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