Sharp R-248D User Manual

800W (IEC 60705)
OPERATION MANUAL
with COOKBOOK
R
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4
8
D
MICROWAVE OVEN
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OPERATION MANUAL
This operation manual contains important information which you should read
carefully before using your microwave oven.
IMPORTANT: There may be a serious risk to health if this operation manual is
not followed or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.
If you require any advice or assistance regarding your
Sharp product, please visit our website:
http://www.sharp.co.uk/support
Customers without Internet access may telephone (during office hours):
08705 274277
or from Ireland
(01) 676 0648
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households)
1. In the European Union
Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance
with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.
Following the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*.
In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.
*) Please contact your local authority for further details. If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please
dispose of these separately beforehand according to local requirements. By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the
necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.
B. Information on Disposal for Business Users
1. In the European Union
If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the
product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.
For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take­back of your used products.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Attention:
Your product is
marked with this
symbol.
It means that used electrical and electronic
products should
not be mixed
with general
household
waste. There is
a separate
collection
system for these
products.
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
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ONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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AFETY:
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
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PERATION
:
Maff Heating Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
How Your Oven Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Microwave Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How to Operate Your Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 - 10
Express Cook / Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 - 12
Express Cook Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Express Defrost Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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OOKING ADV ICE
:
Microwave Cooking Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 - 16
Suitable Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Defrosting Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Reheating Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
C
OOKBOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 - 32
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FTERCARE:
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Tr oubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
To Replace the Mains Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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UARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
S
PECIFICATIONS
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CONTENTS
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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OVEN:
1. Oven lamp
2. Control panel
3. Door opening handle
4. Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)
5. Oven cavity
6. Coupling
7. Door latches
8. Door hinges
9. Door seals and sealing surfaces
10. Power cord
11. Ventilation openings
12. Outer cabinet
ACCESSORIES:
Check to make sure the following accessories are provided:
13. Turntable
14. Roller stay
• Place the roller stay in the coupling on the oven floor, then place the turntable on to the roller stay, ensuring it is located firmly.
•To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes or containers are lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the oven.
NOTES:
• The waveguide cover is fragile. Care should be taken when cleaning inside the oven to ensure that it is not damaged.
•Always operate the oven with the turntable and roller stay fitted correctly. This promotes thorough, even cooking. A badly fitted turntable may rattle, may not rotate properly and could cause damage to the oven.
• The turntable rotates clockwise or anti-clockwise. The rotary direction may change each time you start the oven. This does not affect cooking performance.
• When you order accessories, please quote both the PART NAME and MODEL NUMBER to your dealer or SHARP approved service facility.
WARNING:
The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity, turntable and dishes will become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, always use thick oven gloves.
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CONTROL PANEL
R-248D
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3
4
5
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1. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. INDICATORS
3. EXPRESS COOK/DEFROST button
4. POWER LEVEL button
5. STOP button
6. START/AUTO MINUTE button
7. TIME/WEIGHT/PORTION knob
6
7
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INSTALLATION
WARNING:
Inspect the Oven:
• Check the oven carefully for damage before and regularly after installation.
• Make sure the door closes properly, that it is not misaligned or warped.
• Check the hinges and door safety latches are not broken or loose.
• Ensure the door seal and sealing surfaces are not damaged. If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it has been repaired by a competent person.
• Inspect the oven interior and door for dents. IMPORTANT: If any damage is apparent, do not operate the oven in any way, until it has been repaired by a SHARP trained engineer.
1. Remove all packing materials including the feature sticker (if applicable). Do not remove the plastic film from the inside of the oven window as this protects it from dirt. The waveguide cover prevents food and grease from entering the waveguide area where it could cause damage. DO NOT REMOVE THE WAVEGUIDE COVER.
2. Place oven on a secure, level surface. Ensure it is strong enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked in the oven.
3. The minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven is 15cm.
4. Do not place the oven where heat, moisture or high humidity are generated, (for example, near or above a conventional oven) or near combustible materials (for example, curtains). Do not block or obstruct air vent openings. Do not place objects on top of the oven.
5. Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged (See “ELECTRICAL CONNECTION” below).
Do not allow the power supply cord to run over any hot or sharp surfaces, such as the hot air vent area at the top rear of the oven.
6. The socket must be readily accessible so that it can be easily unplugged in an emergency.
7. Do not use the oven outdoors.
BUILDING-IN-KIT.
This oven is not designed to be built into a kitchen unit.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.
• Do not allow water to come into contact with
the power supply cord or plug.
• Insert the plug properly into the socket.
• Do not connect other appliances to the same
socket using an adaptor plug.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a Sharp approved service facility or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• When removing the plug from the socket
always grip the plug, never the cord as this may damage the power supply cord and the connections inside the plug.
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a rewireable
type and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, remove the plug properly (do not cut off).
• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non-
rewirable type and in the event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug.
• Refit with a suitable type, observing the wiring
code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 35.
15cm
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INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.
Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker,
consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to oven use.
Oven Use:
• The oven is for domestic food use only.
• Never operate the oven when empty.
• Do not leave or store anything inside the oven when not in use.
• Never attempt to use the oven with the door open. It is important not to force or tamper with the door safety latches.
• Never operate the oven with any object caught in the door.
• Do not insert fingers or objects in the holes of the door latches or air-vent openings as this may damage the oven and cause an electric shock.
• If water or food drops inside the air vent openings switch off the oven immediately, unplug it and call a SHARP approved service facility. (See page 35).
• Never move the oven while it is operating.
FIRE: If smoke is observed, switch off and unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken when handling the container. Stir the liquid prior to and during heating/ reheating, let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds in the oven after cooking.
IMPORTANT!
• The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the plug disposed of in a safe manner.
• Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted into a socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.
• The plug must not be used without the fuse cover fitted.
• If you have any doubt about your microwave oven obtain the help of a qualified electrician.
• When replacing the plug please ensure that you use a BSI or ASTA approved plug to BS1363, this should be fitted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or ASTA to BS1362. If you have any doubt about electrical connection seek the help of a qualified electrician.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in `To replace the mains plug’ on page 35.
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MAFF HEATING CATEGORY
The heating category (a letter A to E) developed by MAFF (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food) with microwave oven and food manufacturers indicates the ability of the oven to heat small quantities of food (up to 500g [1lb 2oz]). It does not represent the general performance of the oven.
HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS
Microwaves are energy waves, similar to those used for TV and radio signals.
Electrical energy is converted into microwave energy, which is directed into the oven cavity via a waveguide. To prevent food and grease entering the wave guide it is protected by the waveguide cover.
Microwaves cannot pass through metal, because of this the oven cavity is made of metal and there is a fine metal mesh on the door. During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides of the oven cavity at random.
Microwaves will pass through certain materials, such as glass and plastic, to heat the food. (See “Suitable Cookware” on page 17).
Water, sugar and fat in food absorb microwaves which cause them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together.
The outer areas of the food are heated by the microwave energy, then the heat moves to the centre by conduction, as it does in conventional cooking. It is important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating.
Once cooking is complete, the oven automatically stops producing microwaves.
Standing time is necessary after cooking, as it enables the heat to disperse equally throughout the food.
Microwave output power in Watts (based on international (IEC 60705) standard).
600 700 800 900 1000 Watts
OVEN OUTPUT POWER
Less heating time required
More heating time required
OVEN OUTPUT CATEGORY
Less heating time required
More heating time required
Letter representing the oven heating category.
Microwave Symbol.
A B C D E
Food packs carry cooking instructions for heating categories A to E. Follow instructions for the letter corresponding to the oven’s heating category. The higher the output power and heating category of the oven the less heating time is required as shown opposite.
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MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
• Your oven has 5 power levels, as shown.
• To change the power level for cooking, enter the required time and then press the POWER
LEVEL button until the display indicates the desired level.
Power level
The microwave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and off. When using power levels other than 100P you will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts.
Power Level
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW
(Defrost)
LOW
(Defrost)
Percentage
100P
70P
50P
30P
10P
Press the
POWER
LEVEL button
x 1
x 2
x 3
x 4
x 5
IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default to 100P unless you press the POWER LEVEL button.
• For use of the power levels, please refer to the cooking charts and recipes on pages 21 - 32.
Check the power level
To check the microwave power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL button. As long as your finger is pressing the POWER LEVEL button the power level will be displayed. The oven continues to count down although the display will show the power level.
Generally the following recommendations apply:
100P - (HIGH output = 800W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g. for casseroles, hot beverages, vegetables etc.
70P - (MEDIUM HIGH output = 560W) used for longer cooking of dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides.
50P - (MEDIUM output = 400W) for dense foods which require a long cooking time when cooked conventionally, eg. beef casserole, it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.
30P - (MEDIUM LOW output = 240W Defrost setting) to defrost, select this power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg custard.
10P - (LOW output = 80W) For gentle defrosting, eg. cream gateaux or pastry.
BEFORE OPERATION
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP button.
3. The display will show:
1.
2.
3.
x1
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SETTING THE CLOCK
Your oven has a 12 hour and a 24 hour clock.
• To select the 12 hour clock, press and hold the POWER LEVEL button for 3 seconds. “12H” will appear on the display.
• To select the 24 hour clock, press and hold the POWER LEVEL button for 3 seconds, then press again. “24H” will appear on the display.
To set the time of day follow the instructions opposite.
x1 and hold for 3 seconds.
x1
1. x1 and hold for 3 seconds.
2. x1 again.
1. Select the clock type required.
x1
2. Enter the hours by turning the TIME/WEIGHT/PORTION knob.
4. Enter the minutes by turning the TIME/WEIGHT/PORTION knob.
5. To start the clock, press the POWER LEVEL button once.
NOTES:
• Press the STOP button if you make a mistake during programming.
• If the clock is set, when cooking is complete, the display will show the correct time of day. If the clock has not been set, the display will only show “ : ” when cooking is complete.
• If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show “88:88” after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of day will also be erased.
• When you want to reset the time of day, follow the opposite example again.
3. Press the POWER LEVEL button once.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR OVEN
Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle.
Starting the oven:
Close the door and press the
START/AUTO MINUTE
button.
Stopping the oven:
If you want to stop the oven during cooking, press the STOP button once or open the oven door. If you want to cancel the cooking programme, press the STOP button twice.
Your oven enables you to cook and defrost food using the automatic programmes, or to cook and defrost food manually. Automatic cooking and defrosting allows you to cook and defrost using preset programmes where the timings have been calculated for you, e.g Express Cook and Express Defrost.
Manual cooking and defrosting allows you to cook/defrost foods and weights which are not included in the automatic programmes. The following are examples of manual cooking and defrosting. For automatic cooking and defrosting refer to pages 11 - 13.
MANUAL COOKING
• Enter the cooking time and use microwave power levels 10P to 100P to cook (refer to page 7).
• Stir or turn the food, where possible, 2 - 3 times during cooking.
• After cooking, cover the food and leave to stand.
• Refer to the cooking charts in the cookbook section, pages 22 - 25.
Example:
To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds on 70P microwave power.
1. Enter the cooking time by turning the TIME/WEIGHT/PORTION knob.
2. Input the power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button twice.
3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button
once to start cooking.
The display will count down
through the set cooking time.
x2
x1
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR OVEN
MANUAL DEFROSTING
• Enter the defrosting time and use microwave power levels 10P or 30P to defrost (refer to page 7).
• Stir or turn the food, where possible, 2 - 3 times during defrosting.
• After defrosting, cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted.
• Refer to the defrosting charts in the cookbook section, page 21.
NOTES FOR MANUAL COOKING AND DEFROSTING:
• When the oven starts, the oven lamp will light and the turntable will rotate clockwise or anti-clockwise.
• Your oven can be programmed up to 90 minutes (90.00).
• If the door is opened during cooking/defrosting to stir or turn over food, the cooking time on the display stops automatically. The cooking/defrosting time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/AUTO MINUTE button is pressed.
• When cooking/defrosting is complete, the time of day will reappear on the display, if the clock has been set.
• If you want to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL button. As long as your finger is touching the button, the power level will be displayed.
Example:
To defrost for 10 minutes on 30P microwave power.
1. Enter the defrosting time by turning the TIME/WEIGHT/PORTION knob.
2. Input the power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL button 4 times.
3. Press the START/AUTO MINUTE button
once to start defrosting.
The display will count down through the defrosting time.
x4
x1
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