Sharp R-322STM Operation Manual

Important

ENGLISH

MICROWAVE OVEN

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.

R-322STM

900W

(IEC 60705)

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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 members 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 take-back 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.

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 modi ed so that it operates with the door open.

If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product,

please visit our website:

www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport

Customers without Internet access may telephone:

0845 888 8112(9am - 5pm)

[phone] (from Ireland)

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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HEATING CATEGORY

Microwaves will pass through certain materials, such as glass and
plastic, to heat the food. (See 'Suitable Ovenware' on page GB-

16).

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.

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  ne metal mesh on the door.
During cooking the microwaves bounce off the sides of the oven
cavity at random.

HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS

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 [ I lb 2oz]). It does
not represent the general performance of the oven.

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.

Microwave output power
in Watts (based on
international (IEC 60705)
standard).

Letter representing the
oven heating category.

Microwave Symbol.

OVEN
OUTPUT
POWER

Less heating time required

600 700 800 900 1000 Watts

More heating time required

OVEN
OUTPUT
CATEGORY

Less heating time required

A B C D E

More heating time required

Microwave Symbol.

Microwave output power
in Watts (based on
international (IEC 60705)
standard).

Letter representing the
oven heating category.

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SPECIFICATIONS

CONTENTS

Operation manual

Model name: R-322STM

AC Line Voltage : 230-240V~, 50Hz single phase
Distribution line fuse/circuit breaker : 10A

AC Power required: Microwave : 1450W
Output power: Microwave : 900W (IEC 60705)
O Mode (Energy Save Mode) : less than 1.0W
Microwave Frequency : 2450MHz*(Group 2/Class B)
Outside Dimensions (W) x (H) x (D)** mm : 513 x 306 x 429
Cavity Dimensions (W) x (H) x (D)*** mm : 330 x 208 x 369
Oven Capacity : 25 litres***
Turntable : ø 315mm
Weight : approx. 15kg
Oven lamp : 25W/230-240V~

* This product ful ls the requirement of the European standard EN55011.
In conformity with this standard, this product is classi ed as group 2 class B equipment.
Group 2 means that the equipment intentionally generates radio-frequency energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation for the heat

treatment of food.
Class B equipment means that the equipment is suitable to be used in domestic establishments.
** The depth does not include the door opening handle.
*** Internal capacity is calculated by measuring maximum width, depth and height. Actual capacity for holding food is less.

AS PART OF A POLICY OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT NOTICE.

INFORMATION ON CORRECT DISPOSAL .........................................................................................................................................................................................................1

HEATING CATEGORY ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2

HOW YOUR OVEN WORKS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2

CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3

SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3

OVEN AND ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

CONTROL PANEL .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6-9

INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10

BEFORE OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

SETTING THE CLOCK ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

KITCHEN TIMER FUNCTION ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................11

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................11-12

MANUAL OPERATION .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12

MICROWAVE COOKING ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13

WEIGHT DEFROST FUNCTION ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

TIME DEFROST FUNCTION ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................14

AUTO MENU FUNCTION ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................14

AUTO MENU CHART ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................15

SUITABLE OVENWARE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16

CARE AND CLEANING ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

CALLING FOR A SERVICE ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

GUARANTEE ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................18

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OVEN AND ACCESSORIES

OVEN

1. Door handle

2. Oven lamp

3. Door hinges

4. Door safety latches

5. Door

6. Door seals and sealing surfaces

7. Turntable motor shaft

8. Oven cavity

9. Control panel

10. Waveguide cover (DO NOT REMOVE)

11. Power supply cord

12. Ventilation openings

13. Outer cabinet

ACCESSORIES:

Check to make sure the following accessories are
provided:

(14) Turntable (15) Turntable support (16) Coupling

• Place the coupling into the turntable motor shaft and then place
the turntable support in the centre of the oven floor so that it can
freely rotate around the coupling. Place the turntable onto the
turntable support so that it locates firmly into the coupling.

• To avoid turntable damage, ensure dishes and containers are
lifted clear of the turntable rim when removing them from the
oven.

NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention two items: part
name and model name to your dealer or SHARP authorised service
agent.

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 turntable support fitted correctly. This promotes thorough, even cooking. A badly fitted
turntable may rattle, may not rotate properly and could cause damage to the oven.

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

• The turntable rotates clockwise or anti-clockwise. The rotary direction may change each time you start the oven. This does not affect
cooking performance.

Hub (inside)

14. Turntable
(glass)

16. Coupling

15. Turntable
support

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CONTROL PANEL

1. DIGITAL DISPLAY and INDICATORS

MICROWAVE indicator

TIME DEFROST indicator

WEIGHT DEFROST indicator

POWER LEVEL indicator

CLOCK indicator

KITCHEN TIMER indicator

AUTO MENU indicator

CHILD LOCK indicator

WEIGHT indicator

2. Auto Menu options
A1: Pizza
A2: Meat
A3: Vegetables
A4: Pasta
A5: Potato
A6: Fish
A7: Beverage
A8: Popcorn

3. WEIGHT DEFROST button

4. CLOCK button

5. STOP/CLEAR button

6. START/ +30sec./ENTER button

7. MICRO. POWER button

8. TIME DEFROST button

9. KITCHEN TIMER

10. ENTRY dial

Rotate to enter the cooking time, time, power level, weight and select auto

menu

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

10. If the power supply cord of this appliance

is damaged, it must be replaced with
a special cord. The exchange must be
made by an authorised SHARP service
agent.

11. WARNING: Liquids and other foods
must not be heated in sealed containers
since they are liable to explode.

12. Microwave heating of beverages can
result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when
handling the container.

13. Do not cook eggs in their shells, and
whole hard boiled eggs should not be
heated in microwave ovens since they
may explode even after microwave
cooking has ended. To cook or reheat
eggs which have not been scrambled or
mixed, pierce the yolks and the whites,
or the eggs may explode. Shell and slice
hard boiled eggs before reheating them
in the microwave oven.

14. Utensils should be checked to ensure
that they are suitable for use in the oven.
See Page GB-16. Use only microwave safe
containers and utensils on microwave
modes.

15. The contents of feeding bottles and
baby food jars must be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked before
consumption, in order to avoid burns.

16. The door, outer cabinet, oven cavity,
dishes, accessories and especially the
grill heating elements will become very
hot during operation.

17. Care should be taken to avoid touching
these areas. To prevent burns, always use
thick oven gloves. Before cleaning make
sure they are not hot. When heating
food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the oven due to the possibility
of ignition.

18. If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug
the appliance and keep the door closed
in order to stifle any flames.

19. Clean the oven at regular intervals and
remove any food deposits.

1. This oven is designed to be used on a
countertop only. It is not designed to be
built into a kitchen unit. Do not place the
oven in a cabinet.

2. The oven door may become hot during
cooking. Place or mount the oven so that
the bottom of the oven is 85 cm or more
above the floor. Keep children away
from the door to prevent them burning
themselves.

3. Ensure there is a minimum of free space
above the oven of 30 cm.

4. This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and
supervised

5. Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children less than 8 years.

6. 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.

7. WARNING: Accessible parts may
become hot during use. Young children
should be kept away.

8. WARNING: If the door or door seals
are damaged, the oven must not be
operated until it has been repaired by a
competent person.

9. WARNING: 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5. Do not place the oven in areas where

heat is generated. For example, close to
a conventional oven.

6. Do not install the oven in an area of high
humidity or where moisture may collect.

7. Do not store or use the oven outdoors.

8. Clean the waveguide cover, the oven

cavity, the turntable and turntable
support after use. These must be dry and
free from grease. Built-up grease may
overheat and begin to smoke or catch
 re.

9. Do not place flammable materials near
the oven or ventilation openings.

10. Do not block the ventilation openings.

11. Remove all metallic seals, wire twists,

etc., from food and food packages.
Arcing on metallic surfaces may cause a
 re.

12. Do not use the microwave oven to heat
oil for deep frying. The temperature
cannot be controlled and the oil may
catch  re.

13. To make popcorn, use only special
microwave popcorn makers.

14. Do not store food or any other items
inside the oven.

15. Check the settings after you start the
oven to ensure the oven is operating as
desired.

16. To avoid overheating and fire, special
care must be taken when cooking or
reheating foods with a high sugar or fat
content, for example, sausage rolls, pies
or Christmas pudding.

17. See the corresponding hints in the
operation manual.

To avoid the possibility of injury

1. WARNING:

Do not operate the oven if it is damaged

or malfunctioning. Check the following
before use:

a) The door; make sure the door

closes properly and ensure it is not
misaligned or warped.

b) The hinges and safety door latches;

check to make sure they are not
broken or loose.

c) The door seals and sealing surfaces;

ensure that they have not been
damaged.

20. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of
the surface that could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation.

21. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners
or sharp metal scrapers to clean the
glass on the oven door since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in
shattering of the glass.

22. Steam cleaner is not to be used.

23. See instructions for cleaning door seals,

cavities and adjacent parts on page
GB-

16.

24. This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such
as:

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and

other working environments;

- by clients in hotels, motels and other

residential type environments;

- farm houses;

- bed and breakfast type environments.

25. WA R N I N G : The appliance and its
accessible parts become hot during use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements. Children less than 8
years of age shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.

26. During use the appliance becomes hot.
Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements inside the oven.

27. Accessible parts may become hot during
use. Young children should be kept
away.

To avoid the danger of  re.

1. The microwave oven should not be
left unattended during operation.
Power levels that are too high, or
cooking times that are too long, may
overheat foods resulting in a fire.

2. The electrical outlet must be readily

accessible so that the unit can be
unplugged easily in an emergency.

3. The AC power supply must be 230-240V~,
50Hz, with a 10A distribution line fuse, or
a 10A distribution circuit breaker.

4. A separate circuit serving only this
appliance should be provided.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Never heat liquids in narrow necked

containers such as baby bottles,
as this may result in the contents
erupting from the container when
heated and cause burns.

To prevent sudden eruption of boiling

liquid and possible scalding:

1. Do not use excessive amount of time.

2. Stir liquid prior to heating/reheating.

3. It is advisable to insert a glass rod or
similar utensil (not metal) into the
liquid whilst reheating.

4. Let liquid stand for at least 20 seconds
in the oven at the end of cooking time
to prevent delayed eruptive boiling.

3. Pierce the skin of such foods as potatoes,

sausages and fruit before cooking, or
they may explode.

To avoid the possibility of burns

1. Use pot holders or oven gloves when

removing food from the oven to prevent
burns.

2. Always open containers, popcorn

makers, oven cooking bags, etc., away
from the face and hands to avoid steam
burns and eruption of boiling.

3. To avoid burns, always test food

temperature and stir before serving
and pay special attention to the
temperature of food and drink given
to babies, children or the elderly.
Temperature of the container is not
a true indication of the temperature
of the food or drink; always check the
food temperature.

4. Always stand back from the oven door

when opening it to avoid burns from
escaping steam and heat.

5. Slice stuffed baked foods after heating

to release steam and avoid burns.

To avoid misuse by children

1. Do not lean or swing on the oven door.

2. Children should be taught all important

safety instructions: use of pot holders,
careful removal of food coverings;
paying special attention to packaging
(e.g. self-heating materials) designed to
make food crisp, as they may be extra
hot.

d) Inside the oven cavity or on the door;

make sure there are no dents.

e) The power supply cord and plug;

ensure that they are not damaged.

2. Do not operate the oven with the door
open or alter the door safety latches in
any way.

3. Do not operate the oven if there is an
object between the door seals and
sealing surfaces.

4. Do not allow grease or dirt to build up
on the door seals and adjacent parts.
Clean the oven at regular intervals and
remove any food deposits. Follow the
instructions for ''Care and Cleaning'' on
page GB-

16.

5. Individuals with PACEMAKERS
should check with their doctor or the
manufacturer of the pacemaker for
precautions regarding microwave ovens.

To avoid the possibility of electric shock

1. Under no circumstances should you

remove the outer cabinet.

2. Never spill or insert any objects into
the door lock openings or ventilation
openings. In the event of a spill, turn o
and unplug the oven immediately, and
call an authorised SHARP service agent.

3. Do not immerse the power supply cord
or plug in water or any other liquid.

4. Do not let the power supply cord hang
over the edge of a table or work surface.

5. Keep the power supply cord away from
heated surfaces, including the rear of the
oven.

6. Do not attempt to replace the oven lamp
yourself or allow anyone who is not an
electrician authorised by SHARP to do so.
If the oven lamp fails, please consult your
dealer or an authorised SHARP service
agent.

To avoid the possibility of explosion and
sudden boiling:

1. Never use sealed containers. Remove

seals and lids before use. Sealed
containers can explode due to a build up
of pressure even after the oven has been
turned o .

2. Take care when microwaving liquids.
Use a wide mouthed container to allow
bubbles to escape.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:

If you are unsure how to connect your oven,
please consult an authorised, qualified
electrician. Neither the manufacturer nor the
dealer can accept any liability for damage
to the oven or personal injury resulting
from failure to observe the correct electrical
connection procedure. Water vapour or
drops may occasionally form on the oven
walls or around the door seals and sealing
surfaces. This is a normal occurrence and is
not an indication of microwave leakage or a
malfunction.

BUILT-IN KIT

No built-in kit is available for this oven.
This oven is designed to be used on a
countertop only.

Other warnings

1. Never modify the oven in any way.

2. Do not move the oven while it is in

operation.

3. This oven is for home food preparation
only and may only be used for cooking
food. It is not suitable for commercial or
laboratory use.

To promote trouble free use of your oven
and avoid damage.

1. Never operate the oven when it is empty

except where recommended in the
operation manual. Doing so may damage
the oven.

2. When using a browning dish or self­heating material, always place a heat­resistant insulator such as a porcelain
plate under it to prevent damage to the
turntable and turntable support due to
heat stress. The preheating time speci ed
in the dish’s instructions must not be
exceeded.

3. Do not use metal utensils, which reflect
microwaves and may cause electrical
arcing. Use only the turntable and the
turntable support designed for this oven.
Do not operate the oven without the
turntable.

4. Do not place anything on the outer
cabinet during operation.

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INSTALLATION

WARNING: 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.

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 o ).

• If the plug fitted to your oven is a non­rewirable type and in the event of the
socket outlet in your home not being
compatible with the plug supplied, cut-o
the mains plug.

• Refit with a suitable type, observing the
wiring code given in 'To replace the mains
plug' on page GB-

17.

1. Remove all packing materials from the
inside of the oven cavity and remove any
protective film found on the microwave
oven cabinet surface. Check the oven
carefully for any signs of damage.

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. Do not place the oven in a
cabinet.

3. Select a level surface that provides enough
open space for the intake and/or outlet
vents. The rear surface of appliance shall
be placed against a wall.

• A minimum space of 20cm is required

between the oven and any adjacent walls.

• Leave a minimum space of 30cm above

the oven.

•

Do not remove the feet from the bottom of
the oven.

• Blocking the intake and/or outlet

openings can damage the oven.

• Place the oven as far away from radios

and TV as possible. Operation of the
microwave oven may cause interference
to your radio or TV reception.

20 cm

30 cm

20 cm

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85 cm

0 cm

4. The oven door may become hot during

cooking. Place or mount the oven so
that the bottom of the oven is 85cm
or more above the floor. Keep children
away from the door to prevent them
burning themselves.

5. Securely connect the plug of the oven to
a standard earthed (grounded) household
electrical outlet.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
To wire an appropriate plug, follow the wiring code given in 'To replace the
mains plug' on page GB-17.

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BEFORE OPERATION

SETTING THE CLOCK

Plug in the oven. The oven display will display: “0:00”, an audible signal will sound once.
This model has a clock function and the oven uses less than 1.0W in stand by mode.
To set the clock, see below.

Your oven has a 24 hour clock feature.

1. Press the CLOCK button twice. The hour  gure will  ash and the clock indicator will illuminate.

2. Rotate the ENTRY dial until the correct hour is displayed, the input time should be within 0-23.

3. Press the CLOCK button, the minute  gure will  ash.

4. Set the minutes. Rotate the ENTRY dial until the correct minutes are displayed, the input time should be within 0-59.

5. Press the CLOCK button to start the clock. The icon “:” of the digital time will  ash on the display and the clock indicator will disappear.

NOTES:

• 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
show "0:00".

• To check the time of day during a cooking process, press CLOCK button and the LED will display the time of day for 2-3 seconds. This does
not a ect the cooking process.

• In the process of clock setting, if the STOP/CLEAR button is pressed, the oven will go back to the former setting.

• If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted, the display will intermittently show "0:00" after the power is
reinstated. If this occurs during cooking, the programme will be erased. As will the time of day.

KITCHEN TIMER FUNCTION

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Your microwave oven has 5 power levels. To set the power level follow the instruction below.

To set the power level LED Display Microwave Power

• Press the MICRO. POWER button once, P100 will be displayed and

at the same time the microwave indicator and high heat indicator
will illuminate on the display.

• Press MICRO. POWER or rotate the ENTRY dial to change the
power level until the display indicates the desired level.

• Press the START/+30sec./ENTER button to confirm the setting,
enter the cooking time and then press the START/ +30sec./ENTER
button again to start the oven.

• To check the power level during cooking, press the MICRO. POWER
button, the current power level will be displayed for 4 seconds. The
oven will continue to count down although the display will show
the power level.

HIGH = 100 %

MEDIUM HIGH = 80 %

MEDIUM = 50 %

MEDIUM LOW = 30 %

LOW = 10 %

You can use the kitchen timer function, in instances where microwave cooking is not involved for example to time boiled eggs cooked on
conventional hob or to monitor the standing time for cooked/defrosted food.

Example:

To set the timer for 5 minutes.

1. P ress
button once.

2. Rotate ENTRY dial to select
time .

3. Press the START/+30sec/
ENTER key to start the timer.

4. Check the display.

(The display will count down

through the programmed
time.)

When the timer arrives at 0:00, an audible signal will sound 5 times and the LED will then display the time of day.
You can enter any time up to 95 minutes. To cancel the KITCHEN TIMER whilst counting down, simply press the STOP/CLEAR button.

NOTE: The KITCHEN TIMER function cannot be used whilst cooking.

KITCHEN TIMER

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MANUAL OPERATION

MICROWAVE COOKING

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS

Generally the following recommendations apply:

P100 - (HIGH output = 900W) used for fast cooking or reheating e.g.
for casseroles, hot beverages, vegetables etc.
P80 - (MEDIUM HIGH output = 720W) 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.

P50 - (MEDIUM output = 450W) for dense foods which require a
long cooking time when cooked conventionally, e.g. beef casserole,
it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be
tender.
P30 - (MEDIUM LOW output = 270W) 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.
P10 - (LOW output = 90W) For gentle defrosting, e.g. cream gateaux
or pastry.

Opening the door:

To open the oven door, pull the door handle.

Starting the oven:

Depending on the food type and the required end results, either place food into a suitable container, then place the container onto the
turntable, alternatively place foods directly onto the turntable. Close the door and press the START/ +30sec./ENTER button after selecting
the desired cooking mode.
Once the cooking programme has been set if the START/ +30sec./ENTER button is not pressed in 1 minute, the setting will be cancelled.
The START/ +30sec./ENTER button must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during cooking. An audible signal will sound
once when pressing the button, if ine ciently pressed there will be no sound.

Use the STOP/CLEAR button to:

1. Erase a mistake during programming.

2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.

3. Cancel a programme during cooking, press the STOP/CLEAR button twice.

4. To set and to cancel the child lock (refer to page GB-

13).

Your oven can be programmed for up to 95 minutes (95:00).

The input unit of cooking (defrosting) time varies from 5 seconds to 95 minutes.
It depends on the total length of the cooking (defrosting) time as shown on the
table.

Cooking Time

0-1 minute
1-5 minutes
5-10 minutes
10-30 minutes
30-95 minutes

Increasing Unit

5 seconds
10 seconds
30 seconds
1 minute
5 minutes

MANUAL COOKING/MANUAL DEFROSTING

• Enter the cooking time and use the microwave power levels P100 to P10 to cook or defrost (refer to page GB-11).

• Stir or turn the food, where possible, 2 - 3 times during cooking.

• After cooking, cover the food and leave to stand, where recommended.

• After defrosting, cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted.

Example:

To cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds on P80 (80%) microwave power.

1. Press the
MICRO. POWER

button. P100 will be
displayed.

2. Rotate the ENTRY dial
to select the power
level for P80.

3. Press the START/
+30sec./ENTER button

to con rm the setting.

4. Enter the cooking time
by rotating the ENTRY
dial.

5. Press the START/
+30sec./ENTER button

to start cooking. (The
display will count
down through the
programmed cooking
time.)

NOTE:

• When the oven starts, the oven lamp will illuminate and the turntable will rotate clockwise or anticlockwise.

• If the door is opened during cooking/defrosting to stir or turn over food, the cooking time on the display will stop automatically. The
cooking/defrosting time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/ +30sec./ENTER 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 wish to know the power level during cooking, press the MICRO. POWER button. The current power level will displayed for 3 seconds.

GB-13

WEIGHT DEFROST FUNCTION

OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

WEIGHT DEFROST

The microwave oven is pre-programmed with a timer and power levels so that foods such as pork, beef and chicken can be easily defrosted.
The weight range for this is from 100g – 2000g in 100g steps.
Follow the example below for guidance on how to operate this function.

Example: To defrost a meat joint weighing 1.2kg using WEIGHT DEFROST.
Place the meat in a  an dish or alternatively on a microwave oven defrost rack on the turntable.

1. Press the WEIGHT DEFROST button
once.

2. Enter the desired weight by rotating the
ENTRY dial until the display shows:

3. Press the START/ +30sec./ENTER button

to start defrosting.

(The display will count down through

defrosting time)

NOTE:

• Frozen foods are defrosted from -18°C.

• Before freezing foods, ensure food is fresh and of good quality.

• If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with  at pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent the areas from becoming warm
during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls.

• Food weight should be rounded up to the nearest 100g, for example, 650g to 700g.

• After defrosting an audible signal will sound  ve times and the LED will then display time of day, if the clock has been set. If the clock has
not been set, the display will only show "0:00" when defrosting is complete.

1. SEQUENCE COOKING

This function allows you to cook using up to 2 di erent stages which can include manual cooking times or time defrost as well as a weight
defrost function. Once programmed there is no need to interfere with the cooking operation as the oven will automatically move onto the
next stage. An audible signal will sound once after the  rst stage. If the defrost function is needed within sequence cooking - please note
that this should always be the  rst stage of sequence cooking.

NOTE: AUTO MENU cannot be set as one of the multiple sequences.

Example: If you want to cook food for 20 minutes on P100 microwave power and then for 5 minutes with P80 microwave power. The
steps are as follows:

- 1. Press the MICRO. POWER button, P100 will appear in the LED display.

- 2. Press the START/+30sec./ENTER button once to con rm the setting.

- 3. Enter the cooking time by rotating the ENTRY dial until the display shows “20:00” minutes.

- 4. Press the MICRO. POWER button, P100 will appear in the LED display.

- 5. Press the MICRO. POWER button twice or rotate the ENTRY dial to select the microwave power to P80.

- 6. Press the START/+30sec./ENTER button once more to con rm the setting.

- 7. Enter the cooking time by rotating the ENTRY dial until the display shows “5:00” minutes.

- 8. Press the START/ +30sec./ENTER button to start cooking.

2. +30sec FUNCTION (Auto minute)

Direct start

You can directly start cooking on P100 microwave power level for 30 seconds by pressing the START/ +30sec./ENTER button. The cooking
process will start immediately and each time the button is pressed this will increase the cooking time by 30 sec.

NOTE: The cooking time may be extended to a maximum of 95 minutes.

3. CHILD LOCK:

Use to prevent unsupervised operation of the oven by children.
a. To set the CHILD LOCK:
In the stand-by mode, press STOP/CLEAR button for 3 seconds. There will be a long beep denoting entering the children-lock state and the

indicator will illuminate together with the current clock time. If the clock has not been set the display status will be as follows:

b. To cancel the CHILD LOCK:
In the stand-by mode, press STOP/CLEAR button for 3 seconds. There will be a long "beep" denoting that the lock is released.

ENGLISH

GB-14

TIME DEFROST FUNCTION

AUTO MENU FUNCTION

TIME DEFROST

This function quickly defrosts food while enabling you to choose a suitable defrost period, depending on the food type. Follow the example
below for guidance on how to operate this function. The time range is 0:05 – 95:00.

Example: To defrost food for 10 minutes.

1. Press the TIME DEFROST button. 2. Enter the cooking time by rotating the
ENTRY dial until the display shows: 10:00

3. Press the START/ +30sec./ENTER button

to start defrosting.

(The display will count down through

defrosting time)

Notes for Time Defrost:

• The preset microwave power level can not be changed.

• Before freezing foods, ensure food is fresh and of good quality.

• If necessary, shield small areas of meat or poultry with  at pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent the areas from becoming warm

during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the oven walls.

• After defrosting an audible signal will sound  ve times and the LED will then display the time of day, if the clock has been set. If the clock

has not been set, the display will only show "0:00" when defrosting is complete.

The AUTO MENU programmes automatically calculates the correct cooking mode and cooking time of foods (details on page GB-15). Follow
the example below for guidance on how to operate this function.

Example: To cook  sh with a weight of 250g by using the AUTO MENU function.

1. Rotate the ENTRY dial to

select the desired auto menu.

2. Press the START/ +30sec./
ENTER button to con rm the

setting.

3. Enter the desired weight by
rotating the ENTRY dial.

4. Press the START/ +30sec./
ENTER button to start cooking.

(The display will count down

through the programmed
cooking time.)

NOTES:

• The weight or quantity of the food can be input by rotating the ENTRY dial until the desired weight/quantity (’g’ or ml) illuminates on the
display. Enter the weight of the food only. Do not include the weight of the container.

• For food weighing more or less than the weights/quantities given in the AUTO MENU chart on page GB-

15 cook by manual operation.

GB-15

AUTO MENU CHART

Auto Menu Display Cooking

method

WEIGHT/ PORTION / UTENSILS Procedure

Chilled pizza A-1 100% Micro 200g, 400g

(initial temp. 5°C)
plate

Place the pizza on a plate in the centre of the turntable.
Do not cover.

Meat
(boneless meat e.g.
beef, lamb, pork or
poultry)

A-2 100% Micro 250g, 350g, 450g

(initial temp 20°C)
Flan dish and vented microwave
cling  lm or suitable lid

Cut the meat into small strips and place it in a  an dish.
Use vented microwave cling  lm or a suitable lid to
cover the  an dish. Place the  an dish in the centre of
the turntable.

Fresh vegetables e.g.
cauli ower, carrots,
broccoli, fennel, leek,
pepper, courgettes
etc.

A-3 100% Micro 200g, 300g, 400g

(initial temp 20°C)
bowl and lid

Cut, chop or slice fresh vegetables into evenly sized
pieces. Place the fresh vegetables in a suitable container.
Place on the turntable. Add the required amount of water
(1 tbsp per 100g). Cover with a lid. Stir after cooking and
let the food stand for approx. 2 minutes.

Pasta (dried pasta
e.g. Fussili,Farfalle,
Rigatoni)

A-4 80% Micro Pasta Water

50g 450 ml
100g 800 ml
(initial temp. for the water: 20°C)
large wide bowl

Place pasta in an appropriate sized bowl and add the
water. Do not cover. Place the bowl in the centre of the
turntable.
After cooking, stir well and stand for 2 minutes before
draining.

Boiled potatoes &
Jacket potatoes

A-5 100% Micro 200g, 400g 600g

(initial temp. 20°C)
bowl and lid

Boiled potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into
similar sized pieces.
Place the potatoes into a bowl. Add 1tbsp water per
100g, add a little salt and cover the bowl with a lid. After
cooking, allow to stand for approx. 2 minutes before
serving. Jacket potatoes: choose potatoes of similar size
and wash them, then place the potatoes onto the glass
turntable. After cooking, allow to stand for approx. 5
minutes before serving.

Fish ( sh  llet) A-6 80% Micro 250g, 350g, 450g

(initial temp. 20°C)
Flan dish and vented microwave
cling  lm or suitable lid

Place in a single layer in a  an dish. Use vented microwave
cling  lm or a suitable lid to cover.

Beverage A-7 100% Micro 1 (cup) 120ml

2 (cups) 240ml
3 (cups) 360ml
(initial temp. 5C)

Place the cup(s) on the turntable and stir after heating.

Popcorn A-8 100% Micro 0.05kg, 0.1kg Place the popcorn bag directly on the turntable

(Please see the note below: ‘Important Information
About Microwave Popcorn Feature’)

Important Information about Microwave Popcorn Feature:

1. When selecting 0.1 kg of popcorn, it is suggested that you fold down a
triangle on each corner of the bag before cooking.

Refer to the picture at right.

2. If/when the popcorn bag expands and no longer rotates properly, please
press STOP/CLEAR key once and open the oven door and adjust the bag
position to ensure even cooking.

ENGLISH

GB-16

To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food.
Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware.
Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook. A variety of cookware can be used as
listed below.

Cookware Microwave Safe Comments

Aluminium foil
Foil containers

✔

/

✘

Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from overheating. Keep
foil at least 2cm from the oven walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are
not recommended unless speci ed by the manufacturer, e.g. Microfoil ®, follow
instructions carefully.

Browning dishes

✔

Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do not exceed heating time given.
Be very careful as these dishes become very hot.

China and ceramics

✔

/

✘

Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable, except
for those with metallic decoration.

Glassware e.g. Pyrex ®

✔

Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or crack if heated
suddenly.

Metal

✘

It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc, which can lead to  re.

Plastic/Polystyrene e.g fast food
containers

✔

Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour at high
temperatures.

Cling  lm

✔

It should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam escape.

Freezer/Roasting bags

✔

Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for microwave use.
Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or catch  re due to the metal
‘arcing’.

Paper - plates, cups and kitchen
paper

✔

Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken as overheating
may cause  re.

Straw and wooden containers

✔

Always attend the oven when using these materials as overheating may cause  re.

Recycled paper and newspaper

✘

May contain extracts of metal which will cause ‘arcing’ and may lead to  re.

WARNING:

When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

CARE AND CLEANING

CAUTION: DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS, STEAM
CLEANERS, ABRASIVE, HARSH CLEANERS, ANY THAT CONTAIN
SODIUM HYDROXIDE OR SCOURING PADS ON ANY PART OF
YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN.
CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND REMOVE ANY
FOOD DEPOSITS - Keep the oven clean, or the oven could lead
to a deterioration of the surface. This could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation.

Oven exterior

The outside of your oven can be cleaned easily with mild soap and
water. Make sure the soap is wiped o with a moist cloth, and dry
the exterior with a soft towel.

Control panel

Open the door before cleaning to de-activate the control panel.
Care should be taken in cleaning the control panel. Use a cloth
damp with water only, gently wipe the panel until it becomes clean.
Avoid using excessive amounts of water. Do not use any sort of
chemical or abrasive cleaner.

Oven Interior

1. For cleaning, wipe any splatters or spills with a soft damp cloth or
sponge after each use while the oven is still warm. For heavier spills,
use a mild soap and wipe several times with a damp cloth until all
residues are removed. Do not remove the waveguide cover.

2. Make sure that mild soap or water does not penetrate the small
vents in the walls which may cause damage to the oven.

3. Do not use spray cleaners on the oven interior.
Keep the waveguide cover clean at all times.
The waveguide cover is constructed from a fragile material and
should be cleaned with care (follow the cleaning instructions
above).

NOTE: Excessive soaking may cause disintegration of the waveguide
cover.
The waveguide cover is a consumable part and without regular
cleaning, will need to be replaced.

Turntable and Turntable support

Remove the turntable and turntable support from the oven.
Wash the turntable and turntable support in mild soapy water. Dry
with a soft cloth. Both the turntable and the turntable support are
dishwasher safe.

Door

To remove all traces of dirt, regularly clean both sides of the door,
the door seals and adjacent parts with a soft, damp cloth. Do not
use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the
glass oven door since they can scratch the surface, which may result
in shattering of the glass.

NOTE: A steam cleaner should not be used.

Cleaning tip - For easier cleaning of your oven:

Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% for 10 -12 minutes.
Wipe the oven clean using a soft, dry cloth.

SUITABLE OVENWARE

GB-17

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

QUERY ANSWER

Draught circulates around the door. When the oven is working, air circulates within the cavity.

The door does not form an airtight seal so air may escape from the door.

Condensation forms in the oven,
and may drip 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.

Flashing or arcing from within the
cavity when cooking.

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.

Arcing potatoes. Ensure all "eyes" are removed from the potatoes and that they have been pierced, place directly onto

the turntable or in a heat resistant  an dish or similar.

The display is lit but the control
panel will not work when pressed.

Check the door is closed properly.

Oven cooks too slowly. Ensure correct power level has been selected.

Oven makes a noise. The microwave energy pulses ON and OFF during cooking/defrosting.

Outer cabinet is hot. The cabinet may become warm to the touch - keep children away.

WARNING: Never adjust, repair or modify the oven yourself. It
is hazardous for anyone other than a SHARP trained engineer
to carry out servicing or repairs.
This is important as it may involve the removal of covers that
provide protection against 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 and Modi cations: Do not attempt to operate the oven if
it is not working properly.

• Outer Cabinet & Lamp Access: Never remove the outer cabinet.
This is very dangerous due to high voltage parts inside which must
never be touched, as this could be fatal.

Your oven is not  tted with a lamp access cover. If the lamp fails, do

not attempt to replace the lamp yourself, call a SHARP approved
service facility.

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.
Follow this simple check below:
Place half a cup of water on the turntable and close the door.
Programme the oven to cook for 1 minute using 100% microwave
power.

1. Does the oven lamp come on when it is cooking?

2. Does the turntable rotate?

3. Does the cooling fan work? (Check by placing your hand above

the air vent openings.)

4. After 1 minute does the audible signal sound?

5. Is the water in the cup hot?

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 below.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TO REPLACE THE MAINS PLUG

IMPORTANT

•

The fuse from the cut-o plug should be removed and the plug
disposed of in a safe manner.

•

Under no circumstances should the cut-o plug be inserted into
a socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.

•

The plug must not be used without the fuse cover  tted.

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
 tted with a brown coloured 13 amp fuse approved by BSI or ASTA
to BSI 362. If you have any doubt about electrical connection seek
the help of a quali ed electrician.

The wires in the mains cable are colour coded as shown:
Green and yellow stripes = EARTH
Blue = NEUTRAL
Brown = LIVE
As the colours 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:

•

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.

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 230-240V~, 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.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
If you have any doubts about your electrical supply ask a
quali ed electrician.

ENGLISH

GB-18

GUARANTEE

Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd. ("Sharp") guarantees that for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase the enclosed product will be free

from defects in materials and workmanship. Sharp agrees to provide for the repair or, at its option, the replacement of a defective product.
Sharp reserves the right to replace defective parts, or the product, with new or refurbished items. Items that are replaced become the
property of Sharp.
To bene t from this guarantee, any fault that occurs must be noti ed to Sharp, or its appointed Service Facility, within one year from the date
the product was purchased. Proof of purchase, such as a receipt or invoice, must be provided.
If the product is exchanged, the replacement shall be covered by the unexpired portion of the original guarantee.
In the unlikely event of the product requiring repair, please contact the supplier from whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible,
please contact an appointed Service Facility. Details of Service Facilities appointed by Sharp can be obtained from www.sharp.co.uk/
customersupport/service or by contacting the Sharp Customer Information Centre whose details are given below.
This guarantee shall only apply to faults that are due to inferior workmanship or materials. It does not cover faults or damage caused by
accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the product, or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Sharp.
The product is intended for private domestic use only. The guarantee will not apply if the product is used in the course of a business, trade or
profession.

The guarantee does not cover:

• Glass/ceramic turntables, as they can be damaged by handling/cleaning methods.

• Faults resulting from inadequate cleaning. Regular cleaning is required to prevent a build up of food residue that can also affect the
performance of the product.

• Carriage costs to or from the repair centre.

No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.
This guarantee is o ered as an additional bene t to your statutory rights, and does not a ect these rights in any way.
You may not transfer your rights or obligations under this warranty to anyone else.
If you have any di culty operating the product, or would like information on other Sharp products, please teleph

one the Sharp Customer

Information Centre on the number given below.

Sharp Customer Information Centre

Website: www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport

Telephone: [phone] (01 676 0648 in Southern Ireland)

Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd is a company registered in England under number 965877

whose registered o ce is at

4 Furzeground Way, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB11 1EZ.

CALLING FOR SERVICE

• For general information and assistance with oven queries, please
contact our

Customer Information Centre:
U.K.: 0845 888 8112 (o ce hours)
Ireland: 01 676 0648 (o ce hours)
Website: www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport

• Replacement accessories may be obtained from our main parts
distributor:

Wizard Distributors
Telephone: [phone]

• 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 SHARP Customer

Information Centre. Telephone: [phone]

(o ce hours).

Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd.

London, UK

UK: 0845 888 8112 (o ce hours)

Ireland: 01 676 0648 (o ce hours)

Website: http://www.sharp.co.uk/support

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