Sharp R252M User Manual

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800 W (IEC 705)
R-252M
MICROWAVE OVEN
OPERATION MANUAL WITH COOKBOOK
OPERATION MANUAL
This operation manual contains important information which you should read
carefully before using your microwave oven.
or if the oven is modified so that it operates with the door open.
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CONTENTS
OVEN AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5
BEFORE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
SETTING THE CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
MAFF HEATING CATEGORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MICROWAVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
INSTANT COOK/INSTANT COOK CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-17
COOKING ADVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
SUITABLE COOKWARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20
ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
ADVICE FOR REHEATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24
TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
COOKBOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-38
CALLING FOR SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES
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ACCESSORIES:
Check to make sure the following accessories are provided: (12) Turntable (13) Roller stay (14) Seal Packing Place the roller stay in the seal packing on the floor of the cavity. Then place the turntable on to the roller stay. To avoid damage to the turntable, when removing dishes/containers from the microwave oven, please ensure that you lift them clear of the turntable rim. NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention two details: part name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service agent.
1 Control panel 2 Oven lamp 3 Door opening handle 4 Waveguide cover 5 Seal packing 6 Oven cavity 7 Door seals and sealing surfaces 8 Door latches
9 Ventilation openings 10 Outer cabinet 11 Power cord
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CONTROL PANEL
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1. DIGITAL DISPLAY
2. TIME keys
3. INSTANT COOK Keys
4. AUTO COOK key
5. AUTO DEFROST key
6. WEIGHT keys
7. LESS/MORE keys
8. POWER LEVEL key
9. STOP/CLEAR key
10. START/AUTO MINUTE key
11. TIMER key
12. AUTO START/CLOCK key
13. WEIGHT CONVERSION key
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R-252
KGTURNSTIR PCS
MICRO COOK
10min.
1min.
10sec.
1 Roast Beef/ Lamb 2 Roast Pork 3 Roast Poultry
1 Meat Joint
Beef/Lamb/Pork 2 Poultry 3
Minced Meat
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION
Oven Use:
• The oven is for domestic food preparation only. Never operate 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. This may result in exposure to microwave energy.
• Never operate the oven with any object caught in the door sealing surfaces, this again may cause microwave leakage.
• 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 Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
• Never attempt to move the oven while it is operating.
Pacemaker: If you have a heart pacemaker, consult your doctor or the pacemaker manufacturer prior to oven use.
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.
Do not allow anyone to play with the oven, or lean or swing on the oven door.
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.
• Inspect the oven interior and door for dents. Important: If any damage is apparent, do not operate the oven in any way. Contact your dealer or an authorised Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
1.Remove all packing materials. Do not remove the plastic film from the inside of the oven window as this protects it from dirt.
2.Place the oven on a secure, level surface, strong enough to take the oven weight, plus the heaviest item likely to be cooked in the oven.
3.Ensure there is a minimum of free space above the oven of 15cm.
Fire: If food overheats, starts to smoke or burn: Keep oven door closed; Turn oven off; Switch off the power at the socket and disconnect the plug from the socket. Failure to follow this procedure may result in fire and oven damage.
Liquids: Take care when microwaving liquids and beverages. To prevent delayed eruptive boiling of liquid and possible scalding: Stir liquid prior to and during heating/reheating, let liquid stand in the oven at the end of cooking.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION: READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
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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, as obstructions may ignite due to the emission of hot air. Do not place items on top of the oven.
5.Make sure the power supply cord is undamaged and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot or sharp surfaces.
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.
IMPORTANT! ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.
• Do not allow water to come into contact with the power supply cord or plug.
• Insert the plug properly into the socket as the plug may otherwise overheat and catch fire.
• Do not connect other appliances to the same socket using an adaptor plug as it may cause the house wiring to overheat and catch fire.
• If the power supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be relaced by a special cord. The exchange must be made by an authorised SHARP service agent. A defective plug, power supply cord or socket may overheat and catch fire during operation or cause an electrical shock.
• When removing the plug from the socket always grip the plug, never the mains lead as this may damage the power supply cord and the connections inside the plug.
• The product is fitted with a re-wireable plug. Should it not be suitable for the socket outlet in your home, remove the plug and fit an appropriate type, observing the wiring code given in “To replace the mains plug” on page 24.
If you wish to remove or replace the plug supplied, ensure the plug is removed properly and not cut off. 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 on page 24.
Plug in the oven.
1. The oven display will flash:
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key
3. The display will show:
1.
2.
x1
INSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATION
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SETTING THE CLOCK
NOTE:
1. If you pass the desired setting, continue to press the time keys until the desired time appears.
2. Press the STOP/CLEAR key if you make a mistake during programming.
3. If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show : after the power is reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. The time of day will also be erased.
4. When you want to reset the time of day, follow the above example again.
There are two setting modes: 12-hour clock and 24-hour-clock:
1. To set the 12-hour clock, press the AUTO START/ CLOCK key once, will appear in the display.
2. To set the 24-hour-clock, press the AUTO START/ CLOCK key twice, will appear in the display.
x2 x3
Select the 24-hour clock.
To set the hours press
10 MIN key twice,
Check the display.
Example:
To set the 24-hour clock to 23:35
x2
10min.
1min.
and then the 1 MIN key 3 times.
x5 x1
x3
10min.
1min.
To set the minutes press 10 MIN key 3 times,
To change from hours to minutes press AUTO START/ CLOCK key once.
and then the 1 MIN key 5 times.
To start the clock, press
AUTO START/CLOCK
key once.
x1
x1
x2
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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.
Microwave output power in watts (based on international (IEC 705) standard.)
600 700 800 900 1000 Watts
OVEN OUTPUT POWER
Less heating time required
More heating time required
Letter representing the oven heating category.
Microwave Symbol.
A B C D E
OVEN OUTPUT CATEGORY
Less heating time required
More heating time required
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.
Enter required time and select the power level:
There are 5 microwave power levels.
x1
x2
x3
x4
x5
100P (HIGH)
70P (MEDIUM HIGH)
50P (MEDIUM)
30P (MEDIUM LOW)
10P (LOW)
IMPORTANT: The microwave power level will default to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the POWER LEVEL key to the desired setting. To help you decide which power level is suitable, follow the advice given in the charts; for defrosting see page 26, for cooking see pages 27-29, for reheating see page 30. Power level: The microwave power level is varied by the microwave energy switching on and off.
When using power levels other than 100P (HIGH) you will be able to hear the microwave energy pulsing on and off as the food cooks or defrosts. Stopping the oven: If you wish to stop the oven during cooking press the STOP/CLEAR key or open the oven door. To start the oven, close the door and press the START/AUTO MINUTE key. If you wish to cancel the cooking programme, press the
STOP/CLEAR key twice.
MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
800W
E
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MICROWAVING
Introduction:
Water, sugar and fat in food absorbs microwaves and causes them to vibrate. This creates heat by friction, in the same way your hands get warm when you rub them together. Outer areas of food are heated by microwave energy, and remaining portions by conduction. It is, therefore, important to turn, rearrange or stir food to ensure even heating. Where recommended, allow food to stand. This is not optional but necessary to ensure
thorough cooking and is particularly important for dense food, such as joints of meat.
Microwaves pass through non-metallic dishes and utensils and heat the food inside the dishes. Microwaves are reflected by metal. The oven is lined with metal and has a fine metallic mesh in the door to prevent microwave leakage. Metallic dishes are not suitable for microwaving. (See suitable cookware, page 18-19)
Opening and closing the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door opening handle.
Stopping the oven:
If you wish to stop the oven during cooking press STOP/CLEAR key or open the oven door. To start the oven, close the door and press START/AUTO MINUTE key. If you wish to cancel the cooking programme, press STOP/CLEAR key twice.
Prepare and place food in a suitable container on to the turntable, or directly on the turntable. Close the door.
x2 x1
Press the 10 SEC key 3 times.
To select the time press the 1MIN key twice.
To input the power Level press the POWER LEVEL key twice.
x3
1min.
10sec.
Press START/AUTO MINUTE key once.
x2
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Display.
The display will count down through the set heating time.
NOTE:
1. When the door is opened during the cooking process, the cooking time on the digital display stops automatically. The cooking time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/AUTO MINUTE key is pressed.
2. If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the POWER LEVEL key. As long as your finger is touching this key, the power level will be displayed.
HOW TO OPERATE THE OVEN
Example:
To heat soup for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) microwave power.
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MULTIPLE SEQUENCE COOKING
Example:
To cook: 5 minutes on 100P (HIGH) power (Stage 1) followed by:-
16 minutes on 30P (MEDIUM LOW) power (Stage 2)
It is possible to programme a maximum of 3 stages in a sequence.
x1 x6
To input the power level press the POWER LEVEL key once.
STAGE 1
To input the time, press
1 MIN key 5 times.
STAGE 2
To input the time press the 10 MIN key once.
x1
Then press 1 MIN key 6 times.
x5
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Display:
Display:
The oven will begin to cook for 5 minutes at 100P (HIGH), and then 16 minutes at 30P (MEDIUM LOW).
NOTE: If 100P (HIGH) is selected as the final power level, it is not necessary to press the POWER LEVEL key.
x4
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Press START/AUTO MINUTE key once
to start.
To input the power level press the POWER
LEVEL key 4 times.
x1
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1min.
10min.
1min.
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NOTE:
• If the oven has not been used within the last minute, the instant cook function will not work unless the STOP/CLEAR key has been pressed.
• Your oven comes set for Kg/g mode. For converting to Lb/oz, see weight conversion on page 17.
When action is required (example, to turn food over) the oven stops and the audible signals sound, the remaining cooking time and any indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking press the START/AUTO MINUTE key.
• You can use the LESS/MORE function. See page 13.
• The final temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check the food is piping hot after cooking. If necessary you can extend the cooking time and change the power level.
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INSTANT COOK
This function allows you to cook 9 popular menus at the touch of a key. (See chart below) Example: To cook Fresh Fish weighing 450g.
After 2 seconds the oven will start to cook.
Press the key displaying fish 3 times until 0.45 is displayed.
(it is not necessary to press the START/AUTO MINUTE key)
x3
MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
Fresh Fish 150g, 300g, 450g • Arrange in a single layer in a large flan dish, cover dish (whole, fillets, steaks) (0.15, 0.3, 0.45) tightly with microwave cling film and pierce in several
places. Place on the turntable.
• After cooking, leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Minced Meat 250g, 500g, 750g • Place minced meat in a glass bowl. (Beef, Lamb, Pork, (0.25, 0.5, 0.75) Do not cover. Poultry) • Stir when oven indicates.
• Stir and stand for 1-2 minutes after cooking. NOTE: It is not possible to use the LESS function for minced meat.
INSTANT COOK CHART
Display:
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Place the fish in the microwave, as per the chart below.
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MENU WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
Fresh Vegetables 150g, 300g, 450g • Cut, chop or slice fresh vegetables into even sized pieces.
(0.15, 0.3, 0.45) Place fresh vegetables in a suitable container.
• Add 15ml (1tbsp) of water per 100g (4oz) of vegetables, cover dish with cling film and pierce in several places
• Place on the turntable.
• Stir when oven indicates.
• Stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Jacket Potatoes 1, 2 and 3 pieces • Pierce each potato in several places and place towards the
(1 potato = app. 250g) edge of the turntable.
• Turn food over when the oven indicates.
• Stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Boiled Potatoes 250g, 500g, 750g, •Peel and cut into even sizes, or if new potatoes, choose similar
(0.25, 0.5, 0.75) sizes. Each piece weighing approx. 60-70g (2
1
/
2
-3oz).
• Place in a suitable size dish and add 30ml (2tbsp) of water per 100g (4oz) of potatoes.
• Cover dish with cling film and pierce in several places.
• Place on the turntable.
• Stir when oven indicates.
• Stand for 2-3 minutes after cooking.
Rice / Pasta 100g, 200g, 300g • Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling water per 100g (4oz) rice.
(0.1, 0.2, 0.3) Do not cover.
• Stir when oven indicates.
• Stand for 3-4 minutes before draining and rinsing in boiling water.
Canned Foods: 200g, 400g, 600g • Empty the contents of the can into a suitable size dish. Baked beans, (0.2, 0.4, 0.6) • Cover the dish with cling film and pierce in several places. Chilli, Curry, • Place the dish in the centre of the turntable. Soup, Stew • Stir when oven indicates.
• Stir and stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Sponge Pudding 1 piece: • Cream together the sugar and the margarine until light
100g Margarine and fluffy. 100g Sugar • Add the eggs one at a time and beat well. 2 Eggs • Fold in the flour. 100g Self Raising flour • Mix in the water. 15ml Water • Place jam in a greased 1.2L pudding basin. Add sponge 2 tbs Jam (optional) mixture
Do not cover.
• Place in the centre of the turntable.
• Stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Cake 1 piece (700g) • Prepare the cake referring to the recipe on page 38.
• Place the prepared dish on the turntable.
• Stand for approx. 10 minutes after cooking.
• Remove the cake from the dish.
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INSTANT COOK CHART
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AUTO COOK /AUTO DEFROST
Weight Range: Food weight should be rounded up or down to the nearest 0.1 kg e.g. 0.65 kg to 0.7 kg or
0.34 kg to 0.3 kg. You are restricted to enter a weight within the range given (see chart on page 13). To cook/defrost weights below or above the range given, please refer to the charts on pages 26-30. To cook or defrost food which is not included in the AUTO COOK/AUTO
DEFROST menu, please refer to the charts on pages 26-30.
Defrost: If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with flat pieces of aluminium foil. This will
prevent thin areas becoming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls. Do not cook the meat or poultry until thoroughly defrosted.
This function enables you to cook or defrost the foods listed on the control panel (see Auto Cook/Defrost chart on page 13). To operate the Auto Cook/Auto Defrost function, follow the example given below.
Example: To cook a chicken weighing 1.6 kg using Auto Cook AC-3.
Enter the weight by pressing the WEIGHT keys.
Press the AUTO COOK key 3 times.
Press the START/AUTO
MINUTE key.
x6x1
x3
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Display.
NOTE:
• If an incorrect weight is entered when using the AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST function, “EE” will be displayed. To erase, press the STOP/CLEAR key.
• As recommended in the chart on the following page, select the LESS/MORE function before pressing
START/AUTO MINUTE key. See page 13.
x1
x1x1
When action is required (example, to turn food over) the oven stops and the audible signals sound, the remaining cooking time and any indicator will flash on the display. To continue cooking press the START/AUTO MINUTE key.
The final temperature will vary according to the initial food temperature. Check the food is piping hot after cooking. If necessary you can extend the cooking time and change the power level.
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AUTO COOK / AUTO DEFROST CHART
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST CHARTSOTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
For converting to Lb/oz please see weight conversion on page 17 and the conversion charts on page 25.
1. LESS ( ) and MORE ( )
The LESS( ) and MORE ( ) function allows you to cook food for more or less time than the pre-set programmes.
For Example: If you prefer Jacket Potatoes which are cooked but still crisp, or beef which is rare, use the LESS () key. The display will show “LESS”. Alternatively, if you prefer Jacket Potatoes softer or beef well done, use the MORE ( ) key. The display will show “PLUS”.
Guide for using LESS ( ) and MORE ( ) with instant cook/automatic programmes:
• INSTANT COOK: Press the INSTANT COOK key then immediately
press the
LESS( )/MORE ( ) key.
• AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST: Press the LESS ( ) /MORE ( ) key before pressing the
START/AUTO MINUTE key.
NOTE: To cancel LESS ( ) /MORE ( ), simply press the same key again.
0.5 - 1.5kg
1.2 - 1.6kg
0.2 - 0.8kg
AD-1
Meat Joint (Beef, Lamb and Pork)
AD-2
Poultry
AD-3
Minced Meat (Beef, Lamb, Pork, Poultry)
• Place meat in a flan dish on the turntable.
• Turn over when oven indicates.
• Stand, wrapped in foil, for 60-90 minutes until thoroughly defrosted.
• Place poultry breast side down in a flan dish, place on the turntable.
• Turn over when oven indicates.
• Stand wrapped in foil for 60-90 minutes until thoroughly defrosted.
• Place in a glass bowl on the turntable.
• When oven indicates turn over. Remove any defrosted parts.
• Leave meat to stand wrapped in foil, for 5-10 minutes until evenly defrosted.
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
AUTO DEFROST CHART
AC-1
Roast Beef / Lamb
AC-2
Roast Pork
AC-3
Roast Poultry
• Place meat in a heat resistant flan dish.
• Place dish on turntable.
• Turn meat over when oven indicates.
• After cooking, wrap in foil and leave meat to stand for 10 minutes.
NOTE: Use MORE for beef/lamb which is well done and LESS (for beef only) for meat which is rare. It is not possible to use LESS for pork.
• Pierce skin of poultry.
• Place poultry breast side down directly on a heat resistant flan dish.
• Place dish on turntable.
• Turn poultry over when oven indicates.
• After cooking, wrap in foil and leave meat to stand for 10 minutes.
NOTE: It is not possible to use LESS for poultry.
MENU NUMBER WEIGHT RANGE COOKING PROCEDURE
AUTO COOK CHART
0.5 - 1.5kg
0.5 - 1.5kg
1.2 - 1.6kg
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS (cont)
2. AUTO MINUTE
AUTO MINUTE enables you:
• To cook directly on 100P (HIGH) microwave power in multiples of 1 minute.
• Extend cooking time in multiples of 1 minute.
Example:
To cook on 100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes, press the
START/AUTO MINUTE key twice.
Guide for use of LESS ( ) and MORE ( ) during manual oven operation:
To alter cooking or defrosting time whilst oven is in operation, use LESS ( ) or MORE ( ). Press the LESS ( ) or MORE ( ) key to decrease or increase the cooking or defrosting time in multiples of 1 minute. The overall cooking time can be increased to a maximum of 99 minutes and 90 seconds.
Example: To cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 10 minutes and then decrease the cooking time by 2 minutes:
x3 x1
To input the time press the 10 MIN key once.
To input the power press the POWER LEVEL key three times.
x1
10min.
To reduce the time by 2 minutes press the LESS key twice.
Cooking time is reduced by two minutes and continues to count down, for example:
x2
x2
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Press START/AUTO MINUTE key once
to start cooking.
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NOTE:
If the oven has not been used within the last minute, the auto minute function will not work unless the
STOP/CLEAR key has been pressed.
Display:
Example:
Display:
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS (cont)
3. AUTO START
AUTO START enables you to programme the oven to cook at any time during the:
• next 12 hours (if the 12-hour clock is set)
• next 24 hours (if the 24-hour clock is set)
IMPORTANT: it is recommended the oven is always attended when in use. Check to ensure you have programmed the oven correctly. Exceeding cooking times and use of excessive power levels can lead to food overheating and cause a risk of fire.
• You can use AUTO START only with manual cooking.
• Before programming the oven, always check the display is showing the correct time of day.
• Once the oven is programmed for AUTO START the display will flash between the time of day and the . If you press the
AUTO START/CLOCK key and hold, the AUTO START time will be displayed until you
release your finger from the key.
• If you want to cancel an AUTO START programme, press the STOP/CLEAR key.
• The AUTO START time can only be entered in multiples of 10 minutes, it is not possible to enter less than 10 minutes or any time which is not in multiples of 10 minutes.
• If the door is opened after programming, close the door and press the START/AUTO
MINUTE key to continue with AUTO START.
x4
Press the AUTO START/CLOCK key
once to set the start time for cooking.
Enter the time at which you want to begin re­heating by pressing the TIME keys.
Enter the cooking time by pressing the 10 MIN key four times (40 mins).
x1
1min.
10sec.
10min.
x3x4
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
Display:
Example:
The current time of day is 1:00pm and you want to programme the oven to reheat on 50P (MEDIUM) for 40 mins at 4:30pm. (In this example the oven is set to the 12 hour clock mode)
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS (cont)
Press START/AUTO MINUTE key to start
the programme.
Enter the power level by pressing the POWER LEVEL key three times.
When the oven starts at 4:30pm, the preprogrammed sequence will start. The cooking time and mode will appear on the display.
x1
Press the 1 MIN key 5 times.
Press the TIMER key once.
Press the
START/AUTO MINUTE key once.
The display will count down. When the display reaches zero, the audible signal will sound.
1min.
x3
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
Display:
4. TIMER
You can use the TIMER for timing where microwave cooking is not involved. For example, to time boiled eggs cooked on a conventional hob, to monitor the standing time for microwaved food or to remind you of the time when making a phone call.
Example:
To set the timer for 5 minutes.
You can enter any time up to 99 minutes, 90 seconds. To cancel the TIMER whilst counting down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR and the display will return to the time of day, if set.
NOTE: The timer function cannot be used whilst cooking or when the AUTO START
function is set.
Display:
x1 x5 x1
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OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS (cont)
AUTO COOK/AUTO DEFROST CHARTSCOOKING ADVICE
WARNING - Always attend the oven when in use. Carefully follow the SHARP Operation Manual at all times. If you exceed recommended cooking times and/or use power levels that are too high, food may overheat, burn, and in extreme circumstances, catch fire and damage the oven.
The microwave power level will default to 100P (HIGH) unless you press the POWER LEVEL key to reach the desired setting. Take care when heating foods with high sugar or fat content, for example, Christmas pudding, mince pies and fruit cakes. Before use, the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
Lids: Always remove lids from food jars and containers before you use them in the oven. If you do not, steam and pressure will build up inside and the container may explode. Do not place hot foods/utensils on a cold turntable, or cold foods/utensils on a hot turntable. For heating babies’ bottles, see page 22.
Example: To change from kg to lbs when using AUTO DEFROST 2 (poultry), when you want to input 3lb 5 oz.
x3
Press the WEIGHT CONVERSION key to
change from kg to lbs.
Press the AUTO DEFROST key to select poultry.
Enter the weight by pressing the
WEIGHT keys.
x1
x2
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
Display:
Press the START/ AUTO MINUTE
key once to begin cooking.
x1
x5
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
KGTURNSTIR PCS MICRO COOK
5. WEIGHT CONVERSION
Your oven comes set for kg. You can use the weight conversion function to convert kg to lbs or vice-versa. The oven memorises the weight unit of the last operation, until you change it. To change from kg to lbs press the WEIGHT
CONVERSION key when the display shows the time of day or before entering the weight.
NOTE: If you change from lbs to kg, the display will show .
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
YES
YES
YES
Microwave cling film and bags must be vented for steam to escape, pierce in 4-5 places. Do not use plastic or metal ties as they may melt or catch fire due to electrical ‘arcing’.
YES
Except for dishes with metallic decoration.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Look at the oven from time to time when cooking or reheating food in disposable containers of plastic, paper or other combustible material. Only use for warming food. Pay special attention as over­heating may cause a fire in your oven.
YES
Always attend the oven closely. Only use to absorb fat and moisture when warming food. Pay special attention as over-heating may cause a fire in your oven.
COOKWARE
Heat resistant glass, (e.g. Pyrex®, Fire King®, Corning Ware ®).
Microwave-safe plastic cookware.
Microwave cling film, microwave roasting bags.
Heat-resistant china and ceramics.
Disposable containers: thin plastic, paper, straw and wooden containers.
Kitchen paper.
When microwaving, use only utensils suitable for microwave cookery as indicated below.
A variety of cookware can be used for microwaving. Round/oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommended, as food in corners tends to overcook.
NOTE: Refer to the cookbook for cooking charts and recipe information.
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SUITABLE COOKWARE
FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
COOKWARE
SUITABLE FOR MICROWAVING
Stir, turn & stand
Initial and final temperature of food
The temperature of the container is not a true indication of the temperature of the food or drink. Cut into foods with fillings, for example, jam doughnuts, to release heat or steam.
Face & Hands: Always use oven gloves to remove food or cookware from the oven. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse. When removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands.
YES
Always place on an up-turned plate on the turntable to prevent heat stress. Follow manufacturer's' instructions. Be careful as these become very hot. Popcorn: Only use microwave popcorn within recommended packaging (follow popcorn manufacturer's instructions). Never use oil unless the manufacturer recommends and never cook for longer than instructed.
NO
YES/NO
Use small pieces of aluminium foil to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls. Foil containers are not recommended unless specified by the manufacturer, eg. MicroFoil ®, follow instructions carefully.
Browning dishes & self-heating packages.
Metal cookware.
Aluminium foil & foil containers, made from "Micro Foil®".
For even cooking stir, turn or rearrange food during cooking. Where recommended, leave food to stand after cooking or defrosting.
The initial temperature of food affects the amount of cooking time needed, eg. chilled food requires more cooking than food at room temperature.
Check the temperature of food and drink and stir (Before serving). Take special care when serving babies, children or the elderly. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumption to avoid burns.
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FOOD HANDLING & PREPARATION
Composition & quality
Piercing
Arrangement
Covering
Size & shape
Density & quantity
Hygiene
Food high in fat or sugar (Christmas pudding, mince pies) requires less heating time and should be watched, over-heating can lead to fire. Good quality ingredients should be used for microwaving. Economical cuts of meat are recommended for casseroles.
Food with skin (such as potatoes, apples, fish, chicken), or with membrane (such as the white and yolk of eggs, including boiled eggs), must be pierced in several places before cooking or reheating. If not, steam will build up and may cause food to explode.
Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be cooked in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave cooking has ended.
Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven as they may burst.
Place thickest parts of food on the outside of the dish, for example, the meaty ends of chicken drumsticks should be placed on the outside of the dish.
Fish, vegetables and certain other foods benefit from being covered during microwave cookery, follow recommendations where given and use vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid.
Food size and shape affect the amount of cooking time needed. When cooking more than one portion of the same food ensure they are of a similar size and shape.
Food density and quantity affect the amount of cooking time needed, for example, potatoes require more cooking than peas; four potatoes will take longer to cook than two.
Food hygiene standards (storage, handling and preparation) apply to microwaving. Always store convenience foods as recommended by the food manufacturer and keep no longer than the "Use By" date.
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ADVICE FOR DEFROSTING
Meat joints
Poultry
Steak, Chops & Chicken Portions
Cubed & Minced Meat
Whole fish & Fillets
Prepacked Frozen Foods
Place in a flan dish, turn over at least 4-5 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, flat pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow meat to stand for 60-90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted.
Place in a flan dish breast side down, turn over at least 3-4 times during defrosting, shield any warm areas with small, pieces of foil. After defrosting, wrap in foil and allow poultry to stand for 60-90 minutes, until thoroughly defrosted. NOTE: Do not defrost poultry with giblets.
Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and turn over at least 2-3 times. Shield if necessary.
Place in a flan dish, stir or turn over at least 3-4 times during defrosting, remove defrosted parts each time. For frozen blocks of meat see ‘Minced Meat’ in the charts on page 26.
Place in a flan dish, separate during defrosting and turn over at least twice. Shield if necessary.
Remove packaging, including any foil and place in a suitable dish.
NOTES:
• To defrost food, use either 30P (MEDIUM LOW/DEFROST) or 10P (LOW) microwave power.
• Shield warm areas with small pieces of foil if necessary.
• It is important to turn food over, separate (where appropriate) and rearrange to ensure even defrosting.
• Standing time is necessary to ensure thorough defrosting.
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ADVICE FOR REHEATING
Remove any poultry or meat portions, reheat these separately, see below. Place smaller items of
food to the centre of the plate, larger and thicker foods to the edge. Cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM), stir/rearrange halfway through reheating. Ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Cover with vented microwave cling film or suitable lid, reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). Stir frequently to ensure even reheating.
Place thickest parts of the portions towards the outside of the dish, cover with microwave cling film and reheat on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH). Turn over halfway through. NOTE: Ensure poultry is thoroughly reheated, before serving.
Cover with vented microwave cling film and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). Rearrange at least once to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure meat is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Place pies on a plate or in a flan dish. Reheat meat pies on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) and fruit pies on 50P (MEDIUM).
Cover with vented microwave cling film or a suitable lid and reheat on 50P (MEDIUM). Stir at least once during reheating.
Plated meals
Casserole
Poultry portions
Sliced meat
Pies
Vegetables
WARNINGS: Oil & Fat: Never heat oil or fat for deep frying as this may lead to overheating and fire. When
removing covers (such as cling film), opening roasting bags or popcorn packaging, direct steam away from face and hands. Stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat or steam to disperse.
Never heat liquids in narrow necked containers such as baby bottles, as this could result in the contents erupting from the container and may cause burns.
Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
• Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating.
• Reheating times will be affected by the shape, depth, quantity and temperature of food together with the size, shape and material of the container.
• To avoid overheating and fire, special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content, for example, mince pies and Christmas pudding.
• Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the can.
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
WARNINGS:
• Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
• The door seal stops microwave leakage during oven operation, but does not form an airtight seal. It is normal to see drops of water, light or feel warm air around the oven door. Food with a high moisture content will release steam and cause condensation inside the door which may drip from the oven.
• Repairs & Modifications: Do not attempt to operate the oven if it is not working properly.
• Outer Cabinet & Lamp Access: Never remove the outer cabinet. This would be very dangerous due to high voltage parts inside which must never be touched, as this could be fatal. As your oven is not fitted with a lamp access cover, if the lamp fails, do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself, call a Service Technician appointed by SHARP.
If you think the oven is not working properly there are some simple checks you can carry out yourself before calling an engineer. This will help prevent unnecessary service calls if the fault is something simple. Simply answer “YES” or “NO” to the following questions: (Put half a cup of water in the oven, on the turntable and close the door. Select 100P (HIGH) and programme the oven to cook for 1 minute.)
1. Does the oven lamp come on when it is cooking? YES/NO
2. Does the turntable rotate? YES/NO
3. Does the cooling fan work? (Check by placing
your hand above the air vent openings) YES/NO
4. After 1 minute does the audible signal sound? YES/NO
5. Is the water in the cup hot? YES/NO
If you answer “NO” to any question first check that the oven is plugged in properly and the fuse has not blown, if there is no fault with either, check against the Troubleshooting chart on page 24.
OVEN INTERIOR
Clean the microwave oven cavity, after each use with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth, pay special attention to the waveguide cover.
Take care not to let soapy water drip through the small holes in the oven walls and the cavity floor particularly if the turntable and roller stay are removed. Excess water spillage through these holes will cause damage to the oven interior. It is important that the door seals and sealing surfaces are kept clean at all times, wipe regularly with a damp cloth. To prevent splashing, cover food wherever possible.
TURNTABLE & SUPPORT
Leave to cool before cleaning to prevent them from breaking.
OUTER CABINET
Wipe the outside cabinet with a mild detergent solution on a soft cloth. The control panel must be wiped clean whilst the door is open, therefore inactivating the oven.
• Do not allow grease or dirt to build up on the door seals and adjacent parts, as this may prevent the door from closing correctly and may cause a leakage of microwaves. To clean use a mild detergent solution on a soft damp cloth.
• Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times. If you leave grease or fat in the cavity, it may overheat, smoke or even catch fire when next using the oven.
Never use spray cleaners, oven keys or abrasive scourers as these damage the surface of the oven.
WARNINGS
TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG
POSSIBLE CAUSE
When oven is working, air circulates within the cavity. The door does not form an airtight seal so air may escape from the door.
The oven cavity will normally be colder than the food being cooked, and so steam produced when cooking will condense on the colder surface. The amount of steam produced depends on the water content of the food being cooked. Some foods, such as potatoes have a high moisture content. Condensation trapped in the door glass should clear after a few hours.
Arcing will occur when a metallic object comes into close proximity to the oven cavity during cooking. This may possibly roughen the surface of the cavity, but would not otherwise damage the oven.
Ensure all “eyes” are removed and the potatoes have been pierced, stand directly onto the turntable or in a heat resistant flan dish or similar.
Check the door is closed properly.
Ensure correct power level has been selected. The microwave energy pulses ON/OFF during cooking/defrosting. The cabinet may become hot to the touch - keep children away.
Outer cabinet is hot.
PROBLEM
Draught circulates around the door.
Flashing or arcing from within the cavity when cooking.
Arcing potatoes.
After setting the time, the oven does not start.
Oven cooks too slowly. Oven makes a noise.
Condensation forms in the oven, and may drip from the door.
The wires in the mains cable are colour coded as shown opposite:
As the colours of the cores in the mains lead of your oven may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug, connect the wires as described below: Make sure the terminal screws are tight and the cable is held securely by the cable grip where it enters the plug. Like most appliances in your home, your oven must be connected to a single phase 230-240 Volt, 50Hz alternating current supply. If you do not make the proper electrical connections you might damage the oven or injure yourself. Neither SHARP nor the supplier will be liable if this happens.
green and yellow stripes = EARTH blue = NEUTRAL brown = LIVE
• The green and yellow wire to the plug terminal marked E or or coloured green or coloured green and yellow.
• The blue wire to the plug terminal marked N or coloured black or coloured blue.
• The brown wire to the plug terminal marked L or coloured red or coloured brown.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT YOUR ELECTRICAL SUPPLY ASK A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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COOKBOOK
INTRODUCTION
This Cookbook contains a wide variety of recipes developed specifically for your microwave oven. These will give you successful results and will save time and electricity. The recipes demonstrate the capabilities of your oven and prove that microwave technology is the efficient and effective alternative to conventional cooking. The cookery notes below compliment all cooking procedures in this cookbook and should be read in advance of recipe preparation.
CONTENTS
Introduction & Conversion Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Defrosting Charts:
Meat, poultry, fish & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Cooking Charts
Meat, poultry & fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Fresh & frozen vegetables & fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Rice, pasta & eggs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Reheating Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-38
Where dishes are covered use vented microwave cling film unless otherwise stated. Where dishes are
lined, use greaseproof paper unless otherwise stated.
Please note that all preparation times and serving quantities are approximate.
All ingredients are given in both metric and imperial measures. Use either set but not a combination of
both measures.
Serve all dishes immediately unless otherwise stated.
Butter and margarine can be interchanged on recipes, as preferred.
Half-fat, skimmed or full-fat milk may be used in all recipes, as preferred.
Where it is necessary to blend foods, use a food processor, liquidiser or press through a sieve.
SPOON MEASURES
1.25ml
1/
4
teaspoon
2.5ml
1/
2
teaspoon 5ml 1 teaspoon 15ml 1 tablespoon
CONVERSION CHARTS
WEIGHT MEASURES
15g
1/
2
oz 25g 1oz 50g 2oz 100g 4oz 175g 6oz 225g 8oz 450g 1lb
VOLUME MEASURES
30ml 1floz 100ml 3floz 150ml 5floz (
1/
4
pt)
300ml 10floz (
1/
2
pt)
600ml 20floz (1pt)
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60-90 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
25-30 Minutes
25-30 Minutes
25-30 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
5-10 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
60-90 Minutes
23-30 Minutes
15-30Minutes
15-20 Minutes
15 Minutes
15 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
5-10 Minutes
10-15 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
Meat Joints (Beef,Lamb,Pork)
Minced Meat
Steak 2cm (3/4”) thick
Chops
Liver
Sausages
Bacon
Beefburgers
Whole Poultry (Chicken,Turkey,Duck)
Chicken Portions
Chicken/Turkey Breasts & Drumsticks
Minced Turkey
Whole Fish (Trout, Mackerel)
Fish Fillets/Steaks
Apples/Blackcurrants Redcurrants/Raspberries Blackberries/Gooseberries Rhubarb/Strawberries
Bread (sliced)
Pastry (Puff or Shortcrust)
Meat & Fruit Pies (cooked)
28-30 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
8-9 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
11-12 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
20 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
9-10 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10-12 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10-12 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10-12 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
20-22 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
8-9 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10-12 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
10-12 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
8-9 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
8-9 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
7-8 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
6 Minutes/
400g(14oz)
5 Minutes/
450g(1lb)
7-8 Minutes/
large pie
10P
LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
10P
LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
30P
MEDIUM LOW
Place in a flan dish. Turn over 4-5
times during defrosting. Shield.
Place on a plate. Turn over 3-4 times,
removing defrosted mince each time.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place on a plate. Separate and re-
arrange twice during defrosting. Shield.
Place on a plate. Turn over and
separate twice during defrosting.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 4-5 times,
during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Turn 2-3 times,
separate during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a bowl. Turn 3-4 times,
removing defrosted mince each time.
Place in a flan dish. Separate and re­arrange twice during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a flan dish. Separate and re­arrange twice during defrosting. Shield.
Place in a dish. Stir during
defrosting. Shield.
Place on the turntable. Separate and
rearrange during defrosting.
Place on a plate. Turn over half way
through defrosting.
Remove from foil container. Place in
a flan dish.
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DEFROSTING CHART
FOOD DEFROST MICRO METHOD STANDING
TIME POWER LEVEL TIME
Method: If shielding is necessary, use small, pieces of foil. Poultry: Chicken, turkey and duck must be defrosted without giblets.
Standing Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil.
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COOKING CHARTS
6 Minutes
8 Minutes
10 Minutes
2-3 Minutes
2-3 Minutes
2 Minutes
2 Minutes
10 Minutes
4-5 Minutes
10 Minutes
4-5 Minutes
4-5 Minutes
10 Minutes
1 Minute
10-20 Minutes
5 Minutes
5 Minutes
2-3 Minutes
3-4 Minutes
10-11 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
13-14 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
16-17 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
8 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
3-8 Minutes/
2-8 sausages
2-5 Minutes
2-8 sausages
16-17 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10-11 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
20-21 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
18-19 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
14-15 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
19-20 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
3 Minutes/
2-4 slices
10-11 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
10 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
6-7 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
6-7 Minutes/
450g (1lb)
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
100P
HIGH
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a bowl.
Stir 2-3 times during cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place in a flan dish.
Turn over 4 times during cooking.
Place on a plate.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
Place on a plate.
Turn over halfway through cooking.
FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING
TIME POWER LEVEL TIME
Beef (rare) (Topside, Silverside)
Beef (medium) (Topside, Silverside)
Beef (well done) (Topside, Silverside)
Beefburgers
Minced Meat
Sausages (thick)
Sausages (thin)
Lamb (Fillet, Shoulder, Leg)
Lamb Chops
Pork (Loin, Leg)
Pork Chops (with bone)
Pork chops (boneless)
Gammon Joint
Bacon
Whole Poultry: Chicken, Turkey & Duck
Chicken/Turkey Portions, Breasts & Drumsticks
Minced Turkey
Fish Fillets
Whole fish & Steaks (Trout, Mackerel)
Method: If shielding is necessary, use small, pieces of foil.
Standing Time: During recommended standing time, wrap or cover food in foil.
Note: Prior to cooking, food is refrigerated, 50C.
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Aubergines & Broccoli (fresh)
Sliced Beans (green - fresh)
Brussels Sprouts (fresh)
Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery
Corn on the Cob (fresh)
Sliced Courgettes & Leeks (fresh)
Sliced Parsnips & Spinach (fresh)
Peas (fresh)
Potatoes, Jacket (250g/9oz - each)
Potatoes, Boiled (old & new - fresh)
Diced Swede & Turnips (fresh)
Beans & Cabbage (green - frozen)
Broccoli, Leaf Spinach /Brussels Sprouts (frozen)
Carrots - sliced (frozen)
Cauliflower florets (frozen)
Corn on the Cob (frozen)
Peas, Sweetcorn & Mixed Vegetables (frozen)
Apples & Rhubarb
Blackberries/Rasp­berries/Redcurrants
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COOKING CHARTS
2 Minutes
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2 Minutes
4 Minutes
4 Minutes
2 Minutes
2 Minutes
2 Minutes
3 Minutes
2 Minutes
3 Minutes
2 Minutes
2 Minutes
2 Minutes
FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING
TIME POWER LEVEL TIME
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6Minutes/
225g (8oz)
7 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
5 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
5 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
12 Minutes/
2 potatoes
11 Minutes/
225g (8oz)
8 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
7 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
7 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
12 Minutes/
2 Cobs
6 Minutes/ 225g (8oz)
6 Minutes/ 450g (1lb)
6 Minutes/ 450g (1lb)
100P HIGH
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Place in dish. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water.
Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.
Slice or break into florets. Place in dish.
Add 30ml (2tbsp) water. Cover. Stir halfway
through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 45ml (3tbsp) water.
Cover. Stir 1/2 through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 45ml (3tbsp) water.
Cover. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 30ml (2tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Prick in several places. Place in dish.
Place on the edge of the turntable.
Cut into quarters. Place in dish. Add 60ml
(4tbsp) water. Cover. Stir halfway through
cooking.
Place in dish. Add 45ml (3tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 15ml (1tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 15ml (1tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 15ml (1tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Add 15ml (1tbsp) water.
Cover dish. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place in dish. Cover dish. Turnover halfway
through cooking.
Place in dish. Cover dish. Stir halfway
through cooking.
Peel & slice. Place in a dish and cover.
Stir during cooking.
Place in a dish and cover.
Stir during cooking.
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5 Minutes
5 Minutes
4 Minutes
4 Minutes
4 Minutes
4 Minutes
30 Seconds
30 Seconds
30 Seconds
30 Seconds
White rice (long grain)
Brown rice
Spaghetti (short cut)
Macaroni (short cut)
Tagliatelle
Pasta shells
Omelette
Scrambled
Baked/ Poached
Fried
14 - 15 Minutes
20 - 21 Minutes
11 - 12 Minutes
12 - 13 Minutes
10 - 11 Minutes
11 - 12 Minutes
15g (1/2oz) butter
4 eggs (size 3)
90ml (6tbsp) milk
salt & pepper
15g (1/2oz) butter
2 eggs (size 3)
30ml (2tbsp) milk
salt & pepper
2 eggs (size 3)
10ml (2tsp) oil 1 egg (size 3)
Place in dish. Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling
water/100g (4oz) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
Place in dish. Add 400ml (14fl.oz) boiling
water/100g (4oz) rice. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
Place in dish. Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling
water/100g (4oz) pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
Place in dish. Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling
water/100g (4oz) pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
Place in dish. Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling
water/100g (4oz) pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
Place in dish. Add 300ml (1/2 pint) boiling
water/100g (4oz) pasta. Do not cover. Stir twice
during cooking.
1 Whisk together eggs and milk. Season. 2 Place butter in a 25.4cm (10”) flan dish.
Heat on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute, until melted. Coat the dish with the melted butter.
3 Pour omelette mixture into flan dish. Cook on
100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes. Whisk mixture and cook again on 100P (HIGH) for1minute.
1 Melt the butter in a bowl on 100P (HIGH)
for 1 minute. 2 Add the eggs, milk and seasoning and mix well. 3 Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3 minutes, stirring
every 30 seconds.
1 Break each egg into a ramekin dish. Care-
fully pierce the white and yolk in 3-4 places. 2 Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 50
seconds to 1 minute.
1 Place the oil in a 17.8cm (7”) shallow dish
and heat on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute. 2 Break the egg into the oil. Pierce the yolk
and white in 3-4 places. Cook on100P
(HIGH) for 1 minute.
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
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MEDIUM HIGH
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
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HIGH
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FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING
TIME POWER LEVEL TIME
EGGS INGREDIENTS
Cooking Time: Cooking time is constant for any quantity of rice or pasta, quantity of boiling water has
to be adjusted according to quantity of rice or pasta, see Method.
Standing Time: After standing, rinse rice or pasta in boiling water prior to serving.
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REHEATING CHART
Remove from can. Place in a dish and
cover. Stir halfway through cooking.
Place on kitchen roll.
Place in a flan dish. Do not exceed
cooking time advised by food
manufacturer.
Place in a flan dish. Do not exceed
cooking time advised by food
manufacturer.
Place directly on the turntable or in a
flan dish.
Remove from foil container and place
in flan dish or on plate.
Remove from foil container and place
in flan dish or on plate.
FOOD COOKING MICRO METHOD STANDING
TIME POWER LEVEL TIME
Soup, Baked beans, Spaghetti, Potatoes, Vegetables (canned)
Bread rolls (med.) Croissants
Christmas pudding
Sausage rolls (cooked, chilled approx. 50g (2oz) each)
Quiche, (cooked, chilled)
Meat pie (cooked, chilled)
Fruit pie (cooked, chilled)
6 - 7 Minutes/
425g (15oz) can
40 - 50 Seconds/
2 croissants/2 rolls
40 Seconds/125g (5oz) slice
1 Minute/175g (6oz) pudding
50 Seconds/2 sausage rolls
1 Minute/4 sausage rolls
2 Minutes/6 sausage rolls
5 - 6 Minutes/small quiche 7 - 8 Minutes/large quiche
5 - 6 Minutes/small pie
9 - 10 Minutes/large pie
3 - 4 Minutes/small pie
5 - 6 minutes/large pie
2 Minutes
Nil
30 Seconds
30 Seconds
1 - 2 Minutes 2 - 3 Minutes
2 - 3 Minutes 3 - 4 Minutes
1 - 2 Minutes 2 - 3 Minutes
70P
MEDIUM HIGH
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MEDIUM HIGH
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MEDIUM
BAKED AVOCADOS WITH HAM
Serves 2-4 Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes
50g (2oz) butter 50g (2oz) fresh brown breadcrumbs 100g (4oz) cooked ham, finely chopped 90ml (6tbsp) double cream salt and pepper to taste
2.5ml (1/2tsp) fresh parsley, chopped 2 large ripe avocados 15ml (1tbsp) lemon juice 50g (2oz) cheese, grated fresh parsley sprigs to garnish
1 Place the butter in a bowl and heat on 100P
(HIGH) for 30 seconds. Stir in the breadcrumbs and ham. Add enough cream to bind the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste and stir in the parsley. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3-4 minutes.
2 Cut the avocados in half. Remove the stone and
brush the flesh with lemon juice. Fill each avocado half with the breadcrumb mixture.
3 Place the filled avocados in a flan dish and
sprinkle with the grated cheese.
4 Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute, until the
cheese has melted. Garnish with sprigs of fresh parsley.
RECIPES
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RECIPES
TOMATO & ORANGE SOUP
Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 minutes Orange and tomato flavours combine to make an unusually refreshing soup.
25g (1oz) butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 large carrot & 1 large potato, chopped 800g (1
3/
4
lb) canned, chopped tomatoes juice and grated rind of 1 small orange 900ml (1
1/
2
pints) hot vegetable stock
salt and pepper to taste
1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH)
for 1 minute.
2 Add the onion, carrot and potato and heat on
100P (HIGH) for 6 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking.
3 Add the tomatoes, orange juice, orange rind
and stock. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the bowl and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 15 minutes, stir 2-3 times during cooking, until the vegetables are tender.
4 Blend and serve immediately.
MUSHROOM SOUP
Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 minutes
1 medium onion, chopped 175g (6oz) mushrooms, sliced 25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) plain flour 450ml (3/4 pint) hot vegetable stock
2.5ml (1/2tsp) dried marjoram salt and pepper to taste 300ml (1/2 pint) milk
1 Place the onion, mushrooms and butter in a
bowl, mix well and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes.
2 Stir in the flour to form a paste. Gradually add
the stock.
3 Stir in the marjoram, salt and pepper to taste.
Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 9 minutes, stir halfway through cooking.
4 Blend the soup and add the milk. Check the
seasoning and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 7 minutes.
FRENCH ONION SOUP
Serves 4 Preparation time - 8 minutes
2 large onions, sliced 15ml (1tbsp) corn oil 50g (2oz) plain flour
1.2 litres (2 pints) hot meat or vegetable stock salt and pepper to taste 30ml (2tbsp) parsley, chopped 4 thick slices French bread 50g (2oz) cheese, grated
1 Place the onion and oil in a bowl, mix well and
heat on 100P (HIGH) for 1 minute.
2 Stir in the flour to make a paste and gradually
add stock. Season and add the parsley.
3 Cover the bowl and cook on 70P (MEDIUM
HIGH) for 18 minutes.
4 Pour the soup into serving bowls, submerge
bread and sprinkle generously with cheese.
5 Heat on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 2 minutes,
until the cheese has melted.
Variation:
Lentil and bacon soup: Make as above. After Stage 2, add 50g (2oz) cooked lentils and 2 rashers of bacon (cooked and chopped). Omit the French bread and grated cheese.
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RECIPES
POACHED SALMON WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes
4 salmon steaks (approx. 175g (6oz) each) 45ml (3tbsp) dry white wine 300ml (1/2 pint) mustard sauce (See Page 37) Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary
1 Place the salmon steaks in a large flan dish,
pierce in several places and add the wine. Cover and cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 8 minutes. Allow to stand whilst preparing the sauce.
2 Place the salmon steaks in a warm serving dish,
reheat on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 2 minutes. Serve the sauce separately. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
STIR FRIED VEGETABLES
Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes
15ml (1tbsp) sunflower oil 30ml (2tbsp) soy sauce 15ml (1tbsp) sherry
2.5cm (1”) root ginger, peeled and finely grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 medium carrots, cut into fine strips 100g (4oz) button mushrooms, chopped 50g (2oz) beansprouts 100g (4oz) mange-tout 1 red pepper, seeded and thinly sliced 4 spring onions, chopped 100g (4oz) canned water chestnuts, sliced 1/4 head of chinese leaves, thinly sliced
1 Place the oil, soy sauce, sherry, ginger, garlic
and carrots in a large bowl, mix thoroughly.
2 Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes,
stirring once.
3 Add the button mushrooms, beansprouts,
mange-tout, red pepper, spring onions, water chestnuts and chinese leaves. Mix thoroughly.
4 Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 6 minutes, until the
vegetables are tender. Stir 2-3 times during cooking.
Stir fried vegetables are ideally served with meat or fish.
FISH PIE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 18 minutes
675g (11/2/2lb) potatoes, peeled and chopped 25g (1oz) butter 150ml (1/4pt) milk salt and pepper to taste 450g (1lb) fish fillets (e.g. fresh cod) 300ml (1/2 pint) parsley sauce (See Page 37) 25g (1oz) cheese, grated 75ml (5tbsp) water
1 Place potatoes in a bowl, add 75ml (5tbsp)
water. Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 14-15 minutes, until soft enough to mash. Mash with butter, milk and seasoning.
2 Place fish in a flan dish in a single layer, cover
and cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 7 minutes. Flake the fish and mix with the parsley sauce. Pour into a flan or casserole dish. Spread the potatoes on top and sprinkle with the grated cheese.
3 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 7 minutes,
until the cheese has melted.
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RECIPES
STROGANOFF
Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes
1kg (2lb) rump steak or lean pork, cut into strips 50g (2oz) plain flour salt and pepper to taste 1 large onion, finely chopped 30ml (2tbsp) tomato purée 450ml (3/4 pint) hot stock 150ml (1/4 pint) white wine 30ml (2tbsp) cornflour mixed with a little water 100g (4oz) mushrooms, thinly sliced 150ml (1/4 pint) soured cream
1 Toss the meat in the flour, salt and pepper, until
evenly coated.
2 Place the steak, remaining flour, onion, tomato
purée, stock and white wine in a casserole dish. Cover and cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 30 minutes.
3 Stir in cornflour and mushrooms. Cook on 70P
(MEDIUM HIGH) for 5 minutes. Stir in the cream to serve.
Ideally served on a bed of tagliatelle or rice.
MOUSSAKA
Serves 6 Preparation time - 45 minutes
450g (1lb) aubergines, thinly sliced 30ml (2tbsp) olive oil 225g (8oz) onion, chopped 15ml (1tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 350g (13 oz) minced lamb 150ml (1/4 pint) hot stock 400g can of chopped tomatoes 30ml (2tbsp) tomato purée salt and pepper to taste 300ml (1/2 pint) white sauce (See Page 37) 200g (7oz) cheese, grated
1 Sprinkle aubergines with salt and leave to drain on
kitchen paper for 30 minutes. Heat 15ml (1tbsp) olive oil, onions, parsley and garlic on 100P (HIGH) for 30 seconds. Stir in meat, mix well and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 4 minutes, stirring twice.
2 Add stock, tomatoes, purée and seasoning. Stir
well and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 4 minutes.
3 Rinse salt from aubergines and pat dry with
kitchen paper. Place in a bowl with remaining oil. Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 4 minutes.
4 Use 2/3 of the aubergines to cover bottom and
sides of a 1.5 litre casserole dish. Add meat and top with remaining aubergines.
5 Stir half the cheese into the sauce. Pour over
aubergines and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
6 Cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 25-28 minutes.
CANNELLONI
Serves 4 Preparation time - 25 minutes
1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 25g (1oz) butter 450g (1lb) minced beef/lamb 100g (4oz) mushrooms, chopped 15ml (1tbsp) tomato purée 400g (14oz) canned, chopped tomatoes 150ml (1/4 pint) hot stock 10ml (2tsp) cornflour, mixed with 20ml (4tsp) cold water salt and pepper to taste 12 pieces of cannelloni 300ml (1/2 pint) cheese sauce (See Page 37) extra grated cheese to sprinkle
1 Place onion, garlic and butter in a dish. Cook
on 100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes.
2 Add the minced meat and cook on 100P
(HIGH) for 8 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.
3 Add mushrooms, tomato purée, tomatoes, meat
stock cornflour and seasoning. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 15 minutes, stir every 5 minutes until thick.
4 Fill cannelloni with meat mixture and place in a
deep 20.4cm (8”) square dish. Place any remaining mixture around the cannelloni.
5 Pour the cheese sauce over the cannelloni and
sprinkle with cheese. Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 20 minutes.
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BOLOGNESE SAUCE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 10 - 12 minutes
50g (2oz) butter 45ml (3tbsp) vegetable oil 2 small onions, finely chopped 2 sticks of celery, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 3 rashers of bacon, finely chopped 1 bay leaf 400g (14oz) canned, chopped tomatoes 30ml (2tbsp) tomato purée 450g (1lb) lean minced beef/lamb 30ml (2tbsp) dried mixed herbs 300ml (1/2 pint) dry red wine 300ml (1/2 pint) beef stock salt and pepper to taste
1 Melt the butter and oil in a large bowl on 100%
(HIGH) for 1 minute. Stir in the onion, celery, garlic and bacon. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 6 minutes, stir halfway through cooking.
2 Add the bay leaf, tomatoes, tomato purée and
minced meat to the vegetable mixture. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, stir 2-3 times during cooking to break up the mince as it cooks.
3 Add the herbs, wine and stock, mix thoroughly.
Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 20-22 minutes, stir 2-3 times during cooking until the sauce has thickened. Season to taste and serve hot with spaghetti.
STEAK & KIDNEY PUDDING
Serves 4 Preparation time - 20 - 25 minutes
450g (1lb) stewing steak, cubed 100g (4oz) kidney, cubed 1 medium onion, chopped
2.5ml (1tsp) dried mixed herbs 450ml (3/4 pint) hot beef stock 30ml (2tbsp) cornflour, mixed with a little water 225g (8oz) self raising flour
2.5ml (1/2tsp) salt 5ml (1tsp) baking powder 100g (4oz) suet approximately 150ml (1/4 pint) cold water 15ml (1tbsp) milk
1 Place steak, kidney, onion, herbs and stock in a
large casserole dish. Cover and cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 30 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking and add the cornflour to thicken.
2 To make the pastry, place the flour, salt, baking
powder and suet in a bowl and mix well.
3 Add enough cold water to form a soft dough.
Knead lightly. Roll out two thirds of the pastry and line a 1 litre (1
3/
4
pint) greased pudding basin with this pastry. Roll out the remaining pastry and cut a circle large enough to cover the surface.
4 Fill the basin with the meat mixture, top with
pastry circle and brush with milk. Make a slit in centre to allow steam to escape.
5 Cover and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 15 minutes.
Bolognese Sauce- Variations:
Shepherds pie: Make as the bolognese sauce, omitting the wine. Place in dish, top with 675g (11/2lb) mashed potatoes. Heat on 100P (HIGH) for 5-6 minutes. Chilli Con Carne: Make as the bolognese sauce. At stage 3, add 450g (1lb) drained canned red kidney beans and 5-15ml (1-3 tsp) chilli powder, to taste.
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TURKEY FRICASSEE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 - 7 minutes
50g (2oz) butter 1 medium onion, finely chopped 50g (2oz) plain flour 300ml (1/2 pint) milk 300ml (1/2 pint) single cream 2 egg yolks (size 3) 100g (4oz) cooked peas 450g (1lb) cooked turkey, chopped
2.5ml (1/2tsp) grated nutmeg salt and pepper to taste Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs to serve
1 Melt the butter in a large bowl on 100P (HIGH)
for 1 minute.
2 Stir in the onion and cook on 100P (HIGH) for
2 minutes.
3 Stir in the flour and gradually add the milk and
cream. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, stirring every minute, until smooth and thickened.
4 Allow to cool slightly before stirring in the egg
yolks.
5 Add peas, turkey, nutmeg and seasoning.
Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 12 minutes, stir every 3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs to serve.
HONEYED CHICKEN
Serves 4 Preparation time - 5 minutes
4 boneless chicken breasts 30ml (2tbsp) clear honey 5ml (1tsp) whole grain mustard
2.5 ml (1/2tsp) dried tarragon 15ml (1tbsp) tomato purée 150ml (1/4 pint) chicken stock 10ml (2tsp) cornflour 20ml (4tsp) water Salt & Pepper to taste
1 Place the chicken breasts in a casserole dish. 2 Mix all remaining ingredients together and pour
over the chicken. Salt and pepper to taste.
3 Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 15 minutes.
Rearrange and coat the chicken with the sauce twice during cooking.
CHICKEN CACCIATORE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes Chicken Cacciatore is a tasty, colourful dish.
225g (8oz) mushrooms, sliced 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 60ml (4tbsp) tomato purée 300ml (1/2 pint) red wine 5ml (1tsp) dried oregano 5ml (1tsp) dried parsley salt and pepper to taste 4 chicken portions
1 Place mushrooms, onion and garlic in a large
casserole dish. Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 2 minutes.
2 Stir in all remaining ingredients apart from the
chicken. Finally add the chicken and coat with the sauce.
3 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 25 minutes.
Stir and coat the chicken twice during cooking.
Serve with rice or jacket potatoes.
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QUICHE LORRAINE
Serves 4-6 Preparation time - 18 minutes
275g (10oz) short crust pastry 6 slices bacon, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 4 eggs (size 3) 300ml (1/2 pint) milk salt and pepper to taste 5ml (1tsp) dried mixed herbs 100g (4oz) Cheddar cheese, grated
1 Line a 20.4cm (8”) flan dish with pastry. 2 Place the bacon and the onion in a bowl, cover
and cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3-4 minutes.
3 Place the eggs, milk, salt and pepper and
mixed herbs in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
4 Spread the bacon and onion on pastry base.
Pour in the egg mixture and top with the grated cheese.
5 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 33-35
minutes.
Variations:
Stilton & mushroom: Replace bacon with 125g (5oz) sliced mushrooms and Cheddar cheese with Stilton. Cottage cheese & spinach: Replace bacon with 125g (5oz) cooked spinach and cheddar cheese with cottage cheese.
BLUE CHEESE & CHIVE JACKETS
Serves 2 Preparation time - 8 minutes
2 baking potatoes, (approx. 250g (9oz) each) 50g (2oz) butter 100g (4oz) blue cheese, chopped 15ml (1tbsp) fresh chives, chopped 50g (2oz) mushrooms, sliced salt and pepper to taste
1 Prick each potato in several places. Cook on
100P (HIGH) for 12-13 minutes. Halve and scoop the flesh into a bowl, add the butter, cheese, chives, mushrooms, salt and pepper, mix thoroughly.
2 Pile mixture into the potato skins and place in a
flan dish, on the high rack.
3 Cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 8 minutes.
CHEESE, HAM & POTATO CASSEROLE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 15 minutes
450g (1lb) par-boiled potatoes, thinly sliced 225g (8oz) Cheddar cheese, thinly sliced 2 medium onions, sliced 100g (4oz) cooked ham, chopped 300ml (1/2 pint) white sauce (See Page 37) 25g (1oz) cheese, grated
1 Place alternate layers of potato, cheese, onion,
ham and white sauce in a casserole dish, until all ingredients are used. Top with grated cheese.
2 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 25-30
minutes.
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RECIPES
FRUIT CRUMBLE
Serves 4 Preparation time - 6 - 8 minutes
450g (1lb) seasonal fresh fruit, lightly cooked 100g (4oz) brown sugar 5ml (1tsp) cinnamon 100g (4oz) plain wholemeal flour 75g (3oz) rolled oats 75g (3oz) butter
1 Place the fruit, 50g (2oz) of the brown sugar
and the cinnamon in a dish, mix well.
2 Place flour and oats in bowl, mix well and rub
in butter, until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add remaining brown sugar, mix well. Sprinkle over the fruit and cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 12-14 minutes.
“Setting point”: To determine setting point, place 5ml (1tsp) of jam onto a chilled saucer. Allow to stand
for 1 min. Move surface of the jam gently with your finger, if the surface wrinkles the setting point has been reached.
WHITE SAUCE
300ml (
1/
2
pint)
Preparation time - 5 - 6 minutes
25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) plain flour 300ml (1/2 pint) milk salt and pepper to taste
1 Place the butter in a bowl and heat on 100P
(HIGH) for 30 seconds, until melted.
2 Stir in the flour and whisk in the milk. Cook on
100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until thick and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
MUSTARD SAUCE
300ml (
1/
2
pint)
Preparation time - 4 - 5 minutes
25g (1oz) butter 45ml (3tbsp) whole grain mustard 200ml (7floz) soured cream salt and pepper to taste 15ml (1tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped
1 Melt the butter in a bowl on 100P (HIGH) for
30 seconds Add the mustard, soured cream, salt, pepper and parsley. Mix well.
2 Cook on 100P (HIGH) for 3 minutes. Stir every
minute until smooth and thick.
This dish is ideal served with meat or fish.
Variations:
Cheese sauce: Stir in 75g (3oz) grated cheese and 5ml (1tsp) mustard powder at Stage 2. Serve with vegetables, fish or meat. Parsley sauce: Stir 15-30ml (1-2tbsp) fresh, chopped parsley into the finished sauce. Serve with fish. Onion sauce: Stir 1 large cooked onion, finely chopped into the finished sauce. Heat on 100P (HIGH) for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve with vegetables. Sweet white sauce: Omit salt and pepper from basic recipe. Add 15-30ml (1-2tbsp) caster sugar at Stage 2. Serve with puddings as an alternative to custard.
STRAWBERRY JAM
Makes 675g(1
1/
2
lb)
Preparation time - 15 minutes
675g (11/2lb) strawberries, hulled 45 ml (3tbsp) lemon juice 675g (11/2lb) caster sugar
1 Place strawberries and lemon juice in a very large
bowl, heat on 100P (HIGH) for 5 minutes, or until the fruit has softened. Add sugar, mix well.
2 Cook on 70P (MEDIUM HIGH) for 50 mins, until
setting point is reached, stir every 4-5 mins.
3 Pour into hot, clean jars. Cover, seal and label.
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RECIPES
GINGER CAKE
Serves 4-6 Preparation time: 12 - 14 minutes
150g (5oz) dark soft brown sugar 150g (5oz) margarine 3 eggs (size 3) 225g (8oz) self raising flour 2” piece, stem fresh ginger, grated 1 tbsp (15ml) ground ginger 2 tbsp (30ml) orange juice topping: 225g (8oz) cream cheese Grated rind of one orange 5ml (1tsp) orange juice 30ml (2 tbsp) icing sugar
1 Cream the sugar and margarine until light and
fluffy. 2 Beat in the eggs one at a time. 3 Sift the flour and fold into the mixture. 4 Add the grated and ground ginger and mix to a
dropping consistency. 5 Spoon the mixture into a greased and lined 7”
PYREX cake dish. 6 Cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 16 minutes. 7 Leave to stand for 5 minutes. 8 To prepare the topping, combine the cream cheese,
orange juice and icing sugar until smooth. Spread
on top of the cake.
Keep refrigerated.
COFFEE & ALMOND CAKE
Serves 4-6 Preparation time: 12 - 14 minutes
150g (5oz) dark soft brown sugar 150g (5oz) margarine 3 eggs (size 3), beaten 225g (8oz) self raising flour 1 tsp (5ml) almond essence 1 tbsp (15ml) instant coffee 2 tbsp (30ml) hot water topping: 100g (4oz) icing sugar 1 tbsp (15ml) water 25g (1oz) almonds 25g (1oz) glace cherries
1 Cream the sugar and margarine until light and
fluffy. 2 Beat in the eggs one at a time. 3 Sift the flour and fold into the mixture. 4 Dissolve the coffee in the hot water and add to
the mixture. 5 Spoon into a greased and lined 7” PYREX cake
dish. 6 Cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 16 minutes. 7 Leave to stand for 5 minutes. 8 Mix the icing sugar and water to make a
smooth paste.
Drizzle over the cake and sprinkle with the nuts
and cherries.
CHOCOLATE & ORANGE CAKE
Serves 4-6 Preparation time: 12 - 14 minutes
175g (6oz) dark brown sugar 175g (6oz) margarine 3 eggs (size 3), beaten 175g (6oz) plain flour Grated rind of one orange 50g (2oz) plain chocolate drops
1 Cream the sugar and margarine until light and fluffy. 2 Beat in the eggs one at a time. 3 Sift the flour and fold into the mixture. 4 Place half the mixture in a separate bowl, stir in
the orange rind. 5 Heat the chocolate on 100P (HIGH) for 2
minutes, stir every 30 seconds until melted. 6 Stir the chocolate into the remaining mixture. 7 Place alternate spoonfuls of the two mixtures
into a greased and lined 7” PYREX cake dish. 8 Cook on 50P (MEDIUM) for 16 minutes.
Leave to stand for 5 minutes.
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CALLING FOR SERVICE
• Replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts distributor Willow Vale Electronics Ltd, telephone numbers follow. Telephone: Manchester: 0161 682 1415
Reading: 01734 876444
WARNING
For your own safety, certain microwave oven parts must be replaced by a qualified Engineer appointed by SHARP, these are, therefore, unavailable to customers.
• If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks covered on the last few pages, do not
attempt to service this microwave oven yourself.
• Contact the dealer or supplier from whom the oven was purchased in order to obtain service. Where this is not possible, please contact the following telephone number: LoCall 0345 125387 (All calls will be charged at local rate).
• For general information & assistance with oven queries, please contact our
Customer Information Centre:
Telephone: 0161 205 2623.
Subject to the conditions listed below, SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd (hereafter called “the Company”), guarantee to provide for the repair of, or, at its option replace this SHARP equipment, or any component thereof, (other than Glass/Ceramic Turntables), which is faulty or below standard, as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.
The conditions of the Guarantee:
1. This Guarantee shall only apply to defects or faults which are notified to the Company, or its Service Technician appointed by Sharp, within one year from the date of purchase of the equipment, provided that this Guarantee shall extend for a further period of one year in respect of microwave oven magnetron parts only.
2. This Guarantee covers equipment intended for private domestic use only. This oven is suitable for domestic food preparation and is not designed for commercial, industrial or laboratory use. This Guarantee does not apply to equipment used in the course of a business, trade or profession. Only use the microwave oven for cooking, defrosting or reheating of food. SHARP declines any liability for damages caused by improper use.
3. This Guarantee does not cover any faults or defects caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the equipment,
or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than by a Service Technician Appointed by Sharp. Please clean your microwave oven regularly and remove any stains or fat residues without delay. Failure to do this may affect the quality and safety of the product or prejudice your guarantee.
4. In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring repair, please contact the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased. You will need to provide proof of date of purchase to the repairing company. Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the time of purchase. Where it is not possible to contact the dealer or supplier from whom the oven was purchased, please contact the telephone number given below. You will then be given details of how to obtain service. Telephone: LoCall 0345 125387 (All calls will be charged at local rate.)
5. This Guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to the consumer’s statutory rights and does not affect these rights in any way.
SHARP parts and accessories have been specifically designed for SHARP Microwave ovens. No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
GUARANTEE
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SPECIFICATIONS
AC Line Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Single phase 230 - 240V, 50Hz
Power Consumption:
Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.24kW
Input Current:
Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.4A
Output power:
Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800W (IEC 705)
MAFF heating category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E
Microwave frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2450MHz
Outside Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .449(W) x 282(H) x 385(D) mm
Cavity Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287(W) x 220(H) x 311(D) mm
Oven capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 litres
Cooking uniformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Turntable diameter (272mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Approx. 13.3kg
This oven complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.
As part of a policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to alter design and specification with out notice.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronically, mechanically, photocopied, recorded, translated or other means without prior permission from SHARP Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.
The illustrations, technical information and data contained in this publication were to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of going to print. The right to change specifications, at any time, without notice, is reserved as part of our policy of continuous development and improvement.
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SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD
Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BE, United Kingdom.
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